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Ajay Bijli has embarked on a new creative chapter with the launch of his debut EP, On Another Note in Aug 2026, marking his official foray into music as an independent artist. A project born out of a personal passion for music and a desire to explore a new form of creative expression, the three-song EP has music by Amit Trivedi and lyrics by Shellee. Distributed by Warner Music India, On Another Note explores three distinct emotions through its songshope, gratitude and celebration. The EP was in

Actor Rasika Dugal recently appeared on Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedis Double Date with her husband, actor Mukul Chadda, for a candid conversation that touched upon their professional journeys, struggles, marriage, college days and some of the more personal chapters of their lives. During the episode, Neha Dhupia reflected on Rasikas distinctive body of work and told her, Rasika, you have become a genre and it is amazing. The conversation also saw Rasika open up about the point in her career when s

Zee TV has announced the return of the OG music reality show, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, at a media press conference in Mumbai, unveiling a new season that brings to life Hindustan Ka Sangeetsthan, a world dedicated to the celebration of music and giving media a first glimpse into Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2026 through a Virtual Reality experience showcasing its spectacular new set. The show premieres on September 19 2026, every Saturday and Sunday at 9:30 PM on Zee TV and Hindi Zee5. Celebrating nearly three decades

Sidharth Malhotra, Tamannaah Bhatia, Ektaa R Kapoor, Deepak Mishra, Arunabh Kumar, Anup Soni, Sunil Grover, Maniesh Paul and Shweta Tripathi Sharma attended the trailer launch of their film The Vvaan at a multiplex in Mumbai. Ektaa R Kapoor talked about her association with Arunabh Kumar of TVF, Balaji jo banata hai aur TVF jo banata hai; our content is very different. (smiles). But my admiration has been there for the makers because inki jo kahaniyaan hain, woh mitti se judi hui hoti hain. The

Netflix is set to bring back The Great Indian Kapil Show with its fifth season, with the comedy series premiering on September 26. The new season will stream every Saturday at 8 PM, with Kapil Sharma returning alongside the show's much-loved ensemble. Season 5 will see Kapil Sharma reunite with Sunil Grover, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Archana Puran Singh and Navjot Singh Sidhu. The new season has been positioned around the theme of Hasi Ka Tyohaar, with the show set to coincide with the upco

Arjun Bijlani has stepped into a new space with Chumbak, the comedy series created by Aatish Kapadia, in which he plays cardiac surgeon Dr. Mikhael Oberoi. The actor, who is paired with Helly Shahs actress character Twinkle Ravjiani, says the opportunity to explore a doctor in a comic setting was one of the key reasons he was drawn to the show. What really pulled me towards Chumbak was the concept and the opportunity to play a surgeon in a comedy. Ive never played a doctor in this kind of space

Actress Shalini Pandey shared a deeply touching moment this Ganeshotsav, turning her interaction with a frightened little cat into a heartfelt message about kindness, compassion and celebrating responsibly. Sharing glimpses of the adorable little soul, Shalini opened up about how the little soul, overwhelmed by the noise and crackers, found its way to her. In her words: A frightened little soul, overwhelmed by the noise and crackers, found his way to me. Somehow, in that quiet moment, he underst

Following the success of Hanuman-Ansh, Cinepolis is backing the Anshuman Jha and Raghubir Yadav starrer Om Ka Hari as its next major bet on strong, content-led Hindi cinema, in theatres through its distribution arm. Directed by Harish Vyas, Om Ka Hari brings together a spiritually resonant title, a warm familial drama-comedy and the universally relatable theme of the oldest rivalry Father Vs Son. Powered by a strong ensemble cast and anchored by the formidable pairing of Raghubir Yadav and Ansh

Filmmaker Tigmanshu Dhulia has exclusively spoken about his recently-released film Ghamasaan and his long-standing association with stories set in the Hindi heartland. The director explained how the region gives him a distinct world to explore, while also offering changing social dynamics that continue to provide new perspectives. Talking about what the heartland allows him to explore as a filmmaker, Dhulia said, It gives me access to a very distinct way of life and a set of social dynamics that

Bigg Boss 20 contestant and television actor Mahhi Vij recently opened up about her early years in the entertainment industry and the film opportunities that came her way before she eventually established herself on television. During a conversation with fellow contestant Kanika Mann, Mahhi recalled her first music video, her work in South Indian films and how a series of cancelled film projects led her towards television. Mahhi Vij recalls her first music video Mahhi revealed that she moved to

After working in Broken But Beautiful, Bambai Meri Jaan, Kajol-starrer Maa (2025), etc., Jitin Gulati will next be seen in two Pan-India projects Mahakali, co-starring Akshaye Khanna, and Prabhas-starrer Fauzi. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, the talented actor spoke about his experience of working on Fauzi. Jitin Gulati said, I wish I could talk a lot about it. But I can assure you that what they are creating with Fauzi is something never seen before. Theres a reason why this

Following a special screening of Om Ka Hari, which stars her mother Soni Razdan, Alia Bhatt opened up about her father, filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt, recalling a childhood memory that captured his theatrical, larger-than-life personality and the small, often amusing ways in which love finds expression within a family. Speaking about one of her fathers quirks that has stayed with her, Alia said, My father is very theatrical and that sometimes makes for great memories. For example, when I was in 1st sta

Punjabi actress Isha Rikhi recently opened up about her experiences in relationships following her separation from rapper-singer Badshah. During the latest episode of Bigg Boss 20, Isha spoke to fellow contestant Kanika Mann about trust, infidelity and how she believes some relationship dynamics only become clear after they end. While Isha did not name Badshah during the conversation, her comments came after she recently announced their separation. She appeared to speak about her personal experi

National Award-winning actor Parvathy Thiruvothu is currently exploring the world of policing across three very different projects, languages and industries. From playing a constable in Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar to lending her voice to Kareena Kapoor Khans cop character in Daayra and now portraying a DCP in Dhootha 2, the actor is bringing a distinct shade to each. In Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar, Parvathy plays Aleena Abraham, a police constable who joins the force after her husbands death and

Sidharth Malhotra is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest, which also stars Tamannaah Bhatia in the lead role. Ahead of the trailer launch, the actor visited Mumbais Lalbaugcha Raja pandal on Tuesday to seek the blessings of Lord Ganesha during the ongoing Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. He was accompanied by the films producer, Ektaa R Kapoor. For the visit, Sidharth wore a cream and red ombre kurta with cream trousers, while Ektaa was dressed in a red

A Mumbai Ganpati pandal has added a Marvel-themed touch to its celebrations, with popular Avengers characters featuring prominently in its dcor. Videos from the pandal have surfaced online, showing superheroes from the Marvel Cinematic Universe becoming part of the festive setup. The pandal is marking its 50th year, and its decorations include characters such as Robert Downey Jr.s Iron Man, Chris Evans Captain America, Mark Ruffalos Hulk, Scarlett Johanssons Black Widow and Ryan Reynolds Deadpoo

The makers of Mirzapur: The Movie have released the lyrical video of the song Sanson Ki Mala. The film, backed by Excel Entertainment and Amazon MGM Studios, stars Pankaj Tripathi, Divyenndu and Ali Fazal in key roles. It marks the franchises transition from the streaming space to the big screen, bringing its familiar characters and world to cinemas. The film has been performing at the box office since its theatrical release, and the makers have now unveiled the lyrical video of Sanson Ki Mala.

Orry recreated a fashion moment associated with Kim Kardashian as Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 reached its grand finale. The social media personality made an appearance in a yellow Balenciaga tape-inspired outfit featuring the fashion houses signature typography, drawing comparisons to Kims look from Balenciagas Fall/Winter 2022 show in Paris. Kims original outfit featured a body-hugging ensemble wrapped in yellow Balenciaga-branded tape. The distinctive look attracted considerable attention during Par

Himesh Reshammiya and Rajshri Productions are set to begin the promotions of Sooraj R. Barjatyas upcoming musical family entertainer Yeh Prem Mol Liya with a special live musical evening at Mumbais Royal Opera House on September 20. The event will feature composer Himesh Reshammiya performing with an orchestra of nearly 25 musicians. The evening will also mark the unveiling of the films title track. Instead of a conventional digital song launch, the makers and music label have planned a live exp

Celina Jaitly has shared an emotional message for her sons Winston, Viraaj and Arthur as they begin a new school year. The actor, who is currently involved in divorce proceedings with her estranged husband Peter Haag, spoke about the difficulty of being away from her children during an important moment in their lives. In her note, Celina recalled the school-year traditions she once shared with her sons, including wrapping their books, working on school projects and preparing homemade treats. She

Vijay Varma has shared a glimpse of a personal ritual he appears to follow before stepping into a new professional phase. The actor recently posted a picture of himself receiving blessings from spiritual leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, revealing that he is starting something new and has once again turned to prayer and gratitude. Sharing the picture on social media, Vijay wrote, Just before Matka King released I was fortunate to receive blessings from Gurujii.. now that I am starting somethi

Practical Magic 2 may be built around supernatural elements, but director Susanne Bier insists that the film is ultimately about something far more universal: relationships. As she returns audiences to the world of the Owens family, Bier has deliberately placed sisterhood, motherhood, family and love at the centre of the story. Explaining her approach to the sequel, Bier said the magic was never intended to become the story itself. Magic is wonderful and fun and seductive. And I love it. But thi

Shah Rukh Khan recently interacted with fans during an #AskSRK session on X, where he spoke about working with two of his popular co-stars, Rani Mukerji and Deepika Padukone. The actor was asked about reuniting with them on screen and shared that he enjoyed working with both actors, referring to them as his best friends. A fan asked Shah Rukh, Reuniting with Deepika and Rani once again how does it feel to share the screen with her this time? Responding to the question, Shah Rukh said, The best e