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Zee Music Company has released Phata Patakha, the second song from Nayyi Navelli, the upcoming fantasy family entertainer from Amazon MGM Studios and Colour Yellow. Composed and produced by G. V. Prakash Kumar, the track features Yami Gautam Dhar in a new avatar as she leads an unusual dance sequence involving zombies. Directed by Balaji Mohan and written by Himanshu Sharma and Divy Nidhi Sharma, Nayyi Navelli combines fantasy, mystery and family entertainment. The film stars Addinath M Kothare,

By the end of July, international films had amassed Rs. 1,424 crores at the Indian box office, putting 2026 within striking distance of the all-time annual record of Rs. 1,595 crores set in 2019. Leading the charge was Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which emerged as the highest-grossing international film ever in India. The strong momentum continued through August, with international cinema commanding a 15% share of the Indian box office, up from 10% in 2025. The overall Indian box office, too, has

Vijay Deverakonda has begun promotions for his upcoming Telugu period action-drama Ranabaali, which also stars Rashmika Mandanna as his onscreen wife. While the actor has been discussing his film and its music during his promotional interactions, a recent conversation with Shubhankar Mishra also led to an interesting revelation about the popularity of Hindi film music in South India. During the podcast, Vijay Deverakonda was asked about his personal music preferences and the kind of songs he lis

Veteran actor Anupam Kher received a special recognition from the Town of North Hempstead during his ongoing North American tour of the Hindi musical play Jaane Pehchaane Anjaane. The recognition came following the New York presentation of the play, which stars Kher alongside Swaroop Sampat. Taking to social media on October 6, Kher shared glimpses from the curtain call and reflected on the response to the New York show. He wrote, THANK YOU NEW YORK! For a truly memorable evening of Jaane Pehc

Aafiya Sayed, who marked her Bollywood debut with Prem Keetanu, has penned a heartfelt note for Salman Khan following her appearance on Bigg Boss 20 Weekend Ka Vaar. Aafiya appeared on the reality show with her co-star Veer Pahariya to promote their film and thanked Salman for the warmth and encouragement he extended to the newcomers. Taking to social media, Aafiya shared a video from the episode along with a throwback picture featuring her with Salman. In the older photograph, a young Aafiya ca

Shefali Shah has generally kept her personal life away from the public eye, but the actor has now reflected on her first marriage and divorce in her memoir-in-essays, The Audacity of Being. In a recent interaction, she spoke about her decision to write about the experience and explained that the book does not focus on specific individuals or details of what led to the separation. Speaking to The Indian Express, Shefali clarified that she was not interested in revealing private details about her

The latest episode of Rise and Fall Season 2 saw another shift in the Towers power dynamics as the Rulers and Workers returned to the Penthouse and Basement following a tense weekend. With another Fall approaching, the Rulers had to make crucial choices about which contestants would enter the danger zone. This time, three pairs were placed against each other, while Gautam Gulati faced the challenge individually. Swara Bhasker and Raj, along with Karan Patel and Priyanka Chahar Chaudhary, selecte

Farhan Akhtar has added another international luxury association to his portfolio with Emporio Armani announcing him as its first Indian brand ambassador for watches. The actor, filmmaker, producer and singer will represent Emporio Armani Watches in India, with the association bringing together the brands focus on contemporary style and Farhans diverse creative career. Emporio Armani has described Farhans versatility and ability to reinvent himself while retaining his individual identity as qual

A musical tribute turned into a trip down memory lane on Sony Entertainment Television's Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 18. Actors Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan visited the show, hosted by Amitabh Bachchan, to promote their upcoming film Udta Teer, and the episode produced a nostalgic moment for the host. In keeping with the birthday month celebrations on the show, Ayushmann sang the iconic title track Kabhi Kabhie Mere Dil Mein as a heartfelt tribute. The performance took Bachchan back to

Arijit Singh has announced his biggest-ever India tour, which will take him across nine cities between January and May 2027. The tour will mark 20 years of his journey in the music industry and bring his music to audiences across some of the countrys large-scale venues. Titled Kotak Solitaire presents Arijit Singh India Tour 2027 powered by Visa, the tour will begin in Ahmedabad on January 9 and conclude in Hyderabad on May 15. The singer will also perform in Chandigarh, Jaipur, Mumbai, Bengalur

Yami Gautam Dhar is set to take on a different kind of role with Nayyi Navelli, an upcoming fantasy comedy that combines elements of family drama, mystery, action and humour. The actor plays Mohini, a character that required her to work on skills beyond her usual preparation for a role. Speaking at an event, Yami opened up about the process of developing Mohini and the challenges that came with the character. She explained that every role brings its own set of demands and requires an actor to ap

Ali Fazal has marked Mirzapur: The Movie completing a month in theatres with a note of gratitude for the audience. The actor, who plays Guddu Pandit in the film, thanked viewers for their response to the theatrical continuation of the popular franchise and also encouraged them to support other films currently playing in cinemas, including Ajay Devgn-starrer Drishyam 3. Taking to Instagram, Ali shared a selfie along with a handwritten note reflecting on the films theatrical run. The grill the foc

Riz Ahmed has named Huma Qureshi among the Indian actors he would like to collaborate with, praising the journey she has carved out for herself in the entertainment industry. The international actor spoke about Huma during a recent conversation, where he shared his thoughts on the actor and their association. Speaking about Huma, Riz said, I like Huma, shes a friend. I think shes carved out a really wonderful journey for herself. Riz and Huma were most recently seen together at the Emmys, where

Vidyut Jammwal attended the launch of the new teaser of Street Fighter, which features him as the iconic Dhalsim and gives viewers a glimpse of what they can expect from the action star in his Hollywood debut. Vidyut interacted with the media at the event and, towards the end, stunned the attendees by holding his breath for 16 minutes. As the feat continued, tears streamed down his face, but Vidyut remained focused and successfully completed the challenge. During the Q-and-A session with the med

Amitabh Bachchan has spoken about his struggle to find enough time for sleep amid his busy professional schedule. The actor, who continues to juggle his television commitments with film projects, shared his late-night thoughts on his personal blog, reflecting on the importance of sleep and his plans to get some rest before another early day at work. Amitabh noted that sleep is widely considered an important part of the bodys recovery process, but admitted that finding enough time for it can be d

Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai actor Mohsin Khan has tied the knot with his fiance Tamanna in an intimate ceremony in California. The actor, who has largely kept his personal life away from the spotlight, shared the first glimpse of his wedding celebrations with his wife on social media. The picture captures the couple during their first dance as husband and wife. On October 4, Mohsin took to Instagram to share a photograph from the special occasion. In the picture, the actor can be seen dancing wit

Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha has shared the creative process behind 'Barish Aur Tum,' the debut track from his newly launched music label, Benaras Beat. In a recently released behind-the-scenes video, Sinha spoke about his first reaction to the song and the collaborative process involving composer Shashi Suman, lyricist Abhendra Kumar Upadhyay and singer Abdul Shaikh. According to the video, the song took shape during a post-lockdown jamming session, where Upadhyays poetry became the starting point f

Elli AvrRam has opened up about a deeply personal experience from the sets of her upcoming web series Chumbak. While the actress stepped into the flamboyant and comic world of Alicia, she was simultaneously navigating a challenging phase in her personal life. It was during the shoot that Elli experienced an anxiety attack for the first time in her career. Despite the difficult moment, Elli says the experience was eased by the supportive atmosphere on the Chumbak sets. Talking about how playing A

Esha Gupta has shared a glimpse of a practical gift she received from her sister as she returned to Delhi. The actress took to her Instagram Stories and posted a picture of a pepper defence spray, highlighting it as a safety essential. In the Instagram Story, Esha was seen holding a Sirona Impower Defence Spray. The product is labelled as a pepper spray and carries the hashtag #mustcarryone. Sharing the picture, Esha wrote, Back to Delhi gift by my sister. The post appeared to show that her sist

After winning hearts with her moving performance in Ghoomer, actress Saiyami Kher is once again stepping into an emotionally rich narrative with filmmaker Vikram Phadnis Pal Bhar Ke Liye. Playing the role of a photographer, Saiyami says the film has been one of the most fulfilling and emotionally layered experiences of her career, reminding her of the profound impact Ghoomer had on her as an actor. Pal Bhar Ke Liye is a heartfelt human drama that explores relationships, love, loss, healing and t

Geeta Agarwal Sharma has emerged as one of the most dependable character actors in recent years, thanks to her arresting screen presence and, equally importantly, her choice of roles. Especially in the post-pandemic era, several of her films and shows have either struck a chord with audiences or generated considerable attention, like 12th Fail (2023), Laapataa Ladies (2024), Fighter (2024), Saiyaara (2024), Satluj (2026), Ohh My Dog (2026), etc. Two weeks ago, the title song of the much-awaited

Anupam Kher recently met his longtime friend and Hollywood actor Robert De Niro during his ongoing North America tour. The actor shared a series of pictures from their meeting on Instagram, along with a heartfelt note expressing his admiration for De Niro and their friendship. Kher is currently travelling across the United States and Canada with his play Jaane Pehchaane Anjaane. Amid his tour, he took time out to meet De Niro, who invited him to his home for lunch. Sharing a carousel of pictures

From backing KGF to reinventing Hindi cinema with hits like Don, veteran producer Ritesh Sidhwani has explained why authentic storytelling and constant evolution are preferred over chasing box-office formulas. When Excel Entertainment backed the Hindi release of Prashanth Neels KGF, the blockbuster franchise reshaped Pan-India box-office dynamics. But for veteran producer Ritesh Sidhwani, the co-founder behind ground-breaking Hindi hits like Don and Dil Chahta Hai, success has never been a reaso

Salman Khan recently opened up about a difficult phase in his career when he was surrounded by intense negativity and public scrutiny. While interacting with the contestants of Bigg Boss 20 during Weekend Ka Vaar, the actor recalled how he initially hesitated to host the television game show Dus Ka Dum and how his father, writer Salim Khan, encouraged him to simply be himself. Salman said that after establishing himself as a film actor with movies including Maine Pyaar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Koun.

The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) is set to return with its 27th edition in January 2027, and Kareena Kapoor Khan is among one of the stars confirmed to be part of the celebrations. The actor will bring her performance to the IIFA stage in Abu Dhabi, where the two-day IIFA Weekend & Awards will be held on January 22 and 23, 2027. The 27th edition of IIFA will take place at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The event will begin with the IIFA Digital Awards on January 22, follo

When it comes to bringing a sense of command in fashion, nothing brings clear definition than black. Our leading ladies from Bollywood have often let the charm of black take center stage, whether through patterned outfits or elevated ones. Take a look at 6 actresses who are defining fashion sophistication in black: Alia Bhatt View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alia Bhatt (@aliaabhatt) Alia Bhatt keeps it chic and sophisticated in a black midi dress featuring off-shoulders. The actres

On September 23, the nominations for the 54th International Emmy Awards were announced and, in a significant achievement for India, the SonyLIV series Real Kashmir Football Club bagged a nomination in the Best Drama Series category. The recognition came as a pleasant surprise for the team, who are understandably on cloud nine. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Simaab Hashmi, the lead writer and an executive producer of Real Kashmir Football Club, spoke about the making of the sho

Anil Kapoor has won the 2026 National Winner Best Actor in a Leading Role at the Asian Academy Creative Awards for his performance in Subedaar. The recognition adds another achievement to the actors long career and will see him represent India at the Asian Academy Creative Awards Grand Gala Final in Singapore on December 3. Kapoor plays Arjun Maurya in Subedaar, a retired soldier who struggles to adjust to civilian life while taking a stand against local corruption to protect his family. His pe

Actress Fatima Sana Shaikh recently gave her followers a glimpse into a personal project that has clearly brought her a lot of joy. The actress took to social media to share a series of photos and videos featuring her bike, documenting its transformation as it went through a detailed customisation process. Sharing glimpses of the bike before and after the modifications, Fatima opened up about how the idea gradually came together and thanked the team involved in bringing her vision to life. In th

Janhvi Kapoor brought Indian craftsmanship to the international fashion spotlight as she attended the BoF 500 Gala in Paris. For the occasion, the actor opted for a custom creation by Pankaj S Heritage, styled by Rhea Kapoor. The ensemble drew from the traditional six-yard silhouette while giving it a contemporary interpretation through its low-slung drape, bare shoulders and floor-skimming pallu. Crafted from 460-count Bengal Muslin, the off-white ensemble highlighted the texture and character

During the latest Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Bigg Boss, host Salman Khan asked Aamrapali Dubey to share her perspective on her equation with fellow contestants Love Gill and Scout, as well as the ongoing dynamics inside the house. Aamrapali spoke openly about her relationships with the two contestants and explained her concerns about certain situations that have unfolded during the game. Speaking about her bond with Love Gill, Aamrapali admitted that she sometimes feels protective of her and is

Mona Singh has begun shooting for her next film in the UK, continuing a busy year that has seen the actor take on multiple roles across different projects. After appearing in six distinct roles in 2026, Singh has now started work on another feature film. The actor took to social media to share a glimpse from the films picturesque shooting location in the Cotswolds. Along with the post, Mona expressed her excitement about being part of the project and hinted at its unconventional approach to film

Ramesh Taurani and Kumar Taurani spoke to Komal Nahta about their journey and experience of working on the music of some important films in their career. They shared fascinating trivia about one of most popular films of Tips Music, Raja Hindustani (1996). Ramesh Taurani revealed, During our first sitting of Raja Hindustani, we locked 5 songs. Instead of Kitna Pyaara Tujhe Rab Ne Banaya, we had initially finalized Yaara O Yaara Milna Humara. However, Dharmesh Darshan later dropped the song and op

Ramesh Taurani and Kumar Taurani spoke to Komal Nahta about their journey and experience of working on the music of some important films in their career. At the beginning, Ramesh Taurani said, The first film whose music rights we acquired was Gunahon Ka Devta (1990). We paid Rs. 2.25 lakhs for it. We both didnt sleep for 2 nights as we had paid Rs. 25,000 to the makers. Then we wondered, Inko Rs. 2 lakhs chukayenge kaise? (laughs)! We also bought the music rights of Elaan-E-Jung (1989), which, a

Eisha Singh has been enjoying her stint on Indian Game Show, describing her time on the show as a different experience from her usual work as an actor. The actress says the format has allowed her to step away from scripted performances and explore a more spontaneous and candid side of herself. During her time on the show, Eisha has taken part in various games and challenges while also sharing moments of laughter and camaraderie with her co-participants. According to the actress, the unscripted n

Netflixs The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 5 takes a spooky turn as the cast of The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest Sidharth Malhotra, Tamannaah Bhatia, Shweta Tiwari, Anup Soni and Maniesh Paul join Kapil Sharma for an evening of ghost stories, conversations, confessions and comedy. The episode airs tonight at 8:00 PM and brings the cast together for a mix of paranormal anecdotes and light-hearted banter. During the episode, Kapil asks the guests whether they have ever experienced any paranormal