Right when Amira Gill heard the scratch version of Badli Si Hawa Hai, she knew it would be a hit. The singer’s instinct was bang-on — the breezy number, composed by Anirudh Ravichander, for Aryan Khan’s maiden web series The Ba***ds of Bollywood, became instantly popular among listeners. “I was called by Anirudh’s management team…
Growing up, musician Rahul Sharma saw his father Pandit Shivkumar Sharma convert the santoor from a little-known instrument into an integral part of Indian classical music. Rahul is taking the legacy forward with his international collaborations. The santoor virtuoso will perform at the October 11 fundraiser for the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival 2026. He will…
It’s a moment of validation and pride for Abhishek Banerjee as his film, Stolen, has been nominated in two top categories at the upcoming Asian Academy Creative Awards (AACA) 2025. Karan Tejpal’s directorial debut has earned him a nomination in the Best Director category, and is in the running for the Best Feature Film (Fiction)…
Two diverse offerings, a mythological spectacle and a romantic comedy, were presented to the audience over the extended four-day weekend. The audience has made its pick known, loud and clear. Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: Chapter 1’s Hindi version is poised to end its opening weekend run at over Rs 60 crore, in contrast to Varun Dhawan…
While work on Aamir Khan and filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani’s biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke is underway, uncertainty seems to be looming on SS Rajamouli’s production on the Father of Indian cinema. The buzz is that Rajamouli’s project, to be helmed by Nitin Kakkar of Filmistaan (2012) fame, is on hold for the foreseeable future. Khan’s project…
Popular Assamese filmmaker Rajesh Bhuyan has shared that the upcoming film `Roi Roi Binale`, which was a personal project of the late music legend Zubeen Garg, will be released nationwide on October 31. Bhuyan also revealed that the upcoming film will feature the “original voice” recordings of Garg and will now serve as a tribute…
Actress Sonam, who is known for ‘Tridev’ and ‘Vishwatma’, is sharing her fondest memories from her first shoot. While beachwear scenes are something that can make even seasoned actors nervous, the actress shared that she was surprisingly at ease. She credited the late filmmaker-producer Yash Chopra for making her comfortable on the sets. On Saturday,…
Bollywood star couple Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif left fans in joy after they announced their pregnancy in September amid speculations. The star couple shared the good news on social media. Everyone including their fans as well as industry friends, including Kareena Kapoor, Varun Dhawan and others, showered the soon-to-be-parents with love and good wishes….
Actor Raghav Juyal, who recently earned widespread praise for his performance as Parvez in The Ba***ds of Bollywood, opened up about one of his biggest dreams while interacting with fans at a recent event in Mumbai. The actor has been receiving critical acclaim and audience appreciation for his recent performances in Kill and The Ba***ds…
AI, more specifically ChatGPT, is slowly becoming a part of our daily life, and actress Shraddha Kapoor is no exception. On Saturday, Shraddha had something very important to ask, and ChatGPT came to her rescue. Dropping an appetizing photo of a piece of cake on the Stories section of her Instagram, the `Stree` actress wrote,…
Garima Saikia Garg, wife of Zubeen Garg, has expressed faith in the legal system over the probe into the death of her husband in Singapore and said everything needful should be done to get justice. She also responded to a question about the remand note or `Detailed Grounds of Arrest` in which the singer`s bandmate,…
Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor made a stylish arrival in the national capital on Saturday, turning heads with his dapper look. Ranbir Kapoor attended the store launch event of his fashion and lifestyle brand `ARKS` a mall in Saket. The actor looked handsome as ever, dressed in a plain white t-shirt, which he paired with a…
In a candid conversation on Komal Nahta’s YouTube podcast Game Changers: The Producers Series, filmmaker Karan Johar shared his unfiltered thoughts on the growing culture of star entourages and revealed an interesting wish for his children, Roohi and Yash. The Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani director admitted that he doesn’t want his kids to…
When Kangana Ranaut walks into a room, she makes sure all eyes are on her, and on Friday night, she did exactly that as she returned to the ramp in style after quite some time. The actor-turned-MP was the showstopper for designer Raabta by Rahul`s latest bridal jewellery collection, `Saltanat`, and the audience couldn`t get…
Bobby Darling rose to fame in the early 2000s for her memorable supporting roles in Bollywood films, reality shows, and television series. The actor was recently spotted in the city, and a video of her soon went viral, with fans expressing concern about her health. The clip shows Bobby having difficulty walking. Bobby Darling`s latest…
Bollywood star siblings and actors Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Ali Khan turned showstoppers for designer Abhinav Mishra, turning the runway into a spectacular couture showcase in the capital. As the designer launched his latest collection `The Shrine`, paying homage to carved pillars, mirrored walls and fading frescoes, Sara and Ibrahim brought their playful equation,…
Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor made heads turn on Saturday as they bumped into each other at the Mumbai airport on their way to Delhi. The duo was later spotted arriving back in the city together later that night. On Saturday night, the paparazzi captured Deepika and Ranbir exiting the Mumbai airport together. While Deepika…
Aanand L Rai’s romantic drama Raanjhanaa was re-released in theatres this August. However, it wasn’t a regular re-release; the producers had altered the ending using AI. This move sparked debate in the industry, with Rai openly expressing his disappointment over the film’s climax being changed to a “happy ending” through artificial intelligence. The decision was…
What a dreamy debut Addressing recent buzz, Riddhima Kapoor has clarified that she is not romantically paired opposite Kapil Sharma in her much-talked-about debut with mother Neetu Kapoor. Speaking to mid-day, she said, “Actually no, I’m not opposite him, but it’s an exciting role and I’m glad I agreed to play it.” Reflecting on her…
It’s been a few days since the country’s most talked-about film hit the screens. Naturally, leading man Vishal Jethwa is still absorbing the wave of love and acclaim for Homebound — India’s official entry to the Oscars. When we get on a call with him, he starts with, “Everyone is talking about the film, and…
They gave a glimpse of the magic they could create together when they teamed up for Sanju (2018). Since then, people have hoped Rajkumar Hirani and Ranbir Kapoor would return to the drawing board for another project. In fact, there was considerable chatter about the duo collaborating on a biopic. However, we now hear that…
Lakshya Lalwani, who recently shot to fame with his much-talked-about debut in The Ba***ds of Bollywood, was spotted earlier today at Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s office in Mumbai. The sighting immediately set off chatter across the industry, with many wondering if the breakout star is being considered for a Bhansali project. Lakshya Lalwani at SLB’s office…
Bollywood actress Soha Ali Khan turned a year older on 4th October 2025. Her sister-in-law and Bollywood superstar Kareena Kapoor Khan took to her social media account to wish Soha on her birthday. Penning a heartfelt note, Kareena shared a set of pictures and captioned it as, “May the books, sugar-free cake, and the hugs…
Did you know actor Sanjay Dutt, the son of the late actor Sunil Dutt, ended up stopping a performance of legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar midway? Yes, you read it right! During a throwback episode of the chat show “Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai”, Dutt sahab revealed that when they went to Bangladesh during the 1971…
Actress Palak Tiwari will be celebrating her 25th birthday on October 8, and ahead of her special day, the newbie decided to spend her birthday weekend with her actress mother, Palak Tiwari, in Lonavala. Shweta will also be turning a year older on Saturday, making it a double celebration for the mother-daughter duo. “A Pre birthday…
Being an actor means having to lose or gain weight in a short span to look a particular role. During an exclusive conversation with IANS, Rohit Saraf reflected on the fitness challenges he faces as an actor. He was asked, “How challenging is it for an actor to gain or lose weight for a role?”…
Just like many of us, actress Bhumi Pednekar is no stranger to skin problems. Through her latest Insta Story, the Dum Laga Ke Haisha actress opened up about her struggle with eczema. Bhumi revealed that she has been facing the issue ever since she was young, and even got diagnosed three years ago. She was…
Bigg Boss Season 19 contestants are leaving no stone unturned to entertain the audience. During the captaincy task recently, Amaal Mallik got into a heated argument with Kunickaa Sadanand, during which they even dragged families into the matter. This has left fans fuming, with many demanding that he be thrown out of the show. Now,…
Arbaaz Khan and his wife Sshura Khan are all set to welcome their first child after two years of marriage. Although the couple hasn’t officially announced the news, their frequent public appearances have left fans speculating. A few days ago, a star-studded baby shower was hosted for the mom-to-be. Now, a video has surfaced showing…
Zubeen Garg, a popular Assamese singer, passed away on September 19 in Singapore. Earlier reports stated that he died while scuba diving; however, his wife, Garima Saikia Garg, explained that he had a seizure while swimming at Lazarus Island, refuting suspicions of a scuba-related mishap. The Assam Police recently detained Shyamkanu Mahanta, the organiser of…
Veteran actress Sandhya Shantaram, wife of legendary filmmaker V. Shantaram, has passed away at the age of 87. A noted performer in both Hindi and Marathi cinema, she was celebrated for her acting and dancing skills that left a lasting impression on audiences. Fans mourned her demise by writing heartfelt condolence messages on social media….
Sunjay Kapur’s kids from his first wife, Karisma Kapoor, filed a lawsuit demanding share in his property. While the inheritance dispute continues, Sunjay’s sister Mandira made shocking revelations about his marriage with Karisma Kapoor. She claimed Priya Kapur was reason behind their separation and Sunjay’s father was even against his relationship with the former. Mandira…
Zubeen Garg`s untimely demise left everyone in shock. The renowned singer breathed his last on September 19 in Singapore. While an intense probe is underway into his death case, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma issued a strict warning against the circulation of AI-generated images aimed at misleading people. His remarks came after the Assam Criminal…
Anshula Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor`s sister, got engaged to her boyfriend Rohan Thakkar on October 2. Her father, Boney Kapoor, hosted a modest engagement ceremony at his Bandra home, and the entire Kapoor clan was seen there. Two days later, Anshula has finally revealed official images from the `Gor Dhana`, or engagement ceremony. She uploaded gorgeous…
The police have filed a case against the driver of actor Farhan Akhtar`s mother, Honey Irani, and an employee of a petrol outlet near Bandra Lake. The accused driver, Naresh Singh, 35, allegedly used Akhtar`s cards to fuel Irani`s vehicles. However, he simply swiped the cards at the petrol pump, and an employee, Arun Singh,…
Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor recently sparked fan excitement when they were photographed at the airport. The viral videos of the two embracing each other with hugs at the airport went global. It is unclear whether the two are travelling together. The viral videos showed Deepika and Ranbir arriving at the airport in separate cars….
Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda, who had been reported to be dating for several years, are now engaged. As reports about the couple`s engagement spread on social media on Friday, Vijay`s team confirmed the news to Hindustan Times on Saturday morning. The specifics of Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika`s engagement have yet to be announced. His…
If things had gone as planned, the audience would have seen the yet-untitled Richa Chadha and Sumeet Vyas-starrer by now. But the film, shot in 2023, has been waiting in the wings for almost two years with no release date in sight. A source shares, “With the shoot and post-production done, the film was ready…
‘Homebound’ compensation row Neeraj Ghaywan Filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan has dismissed reports that the family whose story inspired his Oscar-shortlisted film Homebound was paid only R10,000. The director clarified on X that the sum was a token he had personally given Amrit’s father years ago during research, not the full compensation. “Please do not mistake this…
‘Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1’U/A: Adventure, drama, thillerDir: Rishab ShettyCast: Rishab Shetty, Jayaram, Vasanth, Gulshan DevaiahRating: ****1/2 After getting into the lift of a Mumbai suburban mall to catch the late night show of Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1, we overheard an exchange between two young men. “Bollywood khatam hai. Hum bas Adipurush hi bana sakte…
