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20 years of Pyaar Ke Side Effects EXCLUSIVE: Rahul Bose reveals how Mallika Sherawat's casting CHANGED the film: She was a DELIGHT to work with; added, My friends used to send me videos from theatres and would tell me, Dekho kitne log hass rahe hain

Pyaar Ke Side Effects (2006) completed 20 years on September 16 this year. The film was a one-of-a-kind romantic comedy for Bollywood. Director Saket Chaudhary's execution was unique, the plot and characters were relatable, and the humour was refreshingly different. Rahul Bose was highly entertaining in the lead role, while Mallika Sherawat, who was largely being typecast in bold roles until then, got an opportunity to showcase a different side of her acting abilities. Moreover, Pritam's soulful

2 Nov 2026 2:41 pm
Orry opens up about falling out with Sara Ali Khan on Neha and Angads Double Date: I never got any apology. I can't stay friends with her

Orrys latest revelations on Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedis show Double Date have sparked curiosity about some of Bollywoods most talked-about social circles. Speaking candidly about genuine friendships, one-sided support and people who disappointed him, Orry opened up about falling out with people he once considered close, including Sara Ali Khan. During the conversation, Orry admitted that he values genuine connections and does not believe in maintaining friendships that lack sincerity. Reflecting

2 Nov 2026 2:41 pm
Can Ramayana achieve what RRR, Baahubali and Dangal couldn't: Make Indian cinema a truly global mainstream force?

Indian cinema has conquered several international markets over the decades. Shah Rukh Khan enjoys extraordinary popularity across the world. Aamir Khan's Dangal became a sensation in China. S.S. Rajamouli's Baahubali franchise demonstrated that an Indian spectacle could attract audiences across linguistic boundaries, while RRR went a step further, earning international acclaim and winning an Oscar for the song 'Naatu Naatu'. Yet, one elusive dream remains. Can an Indian film become a truly globa

2 Nov 2026 12:41 pm