The fate of Honey Trehan’s second directorial venture, Punjab ’95, continues to hang in the balance. The film tells the story of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, who had attempted to uncover the disappearance and killing of Sikh youths during insurgency in Punjab between 1984 and 1994. We hear the Diljit Dosanjh-starrer was screened…
Baddie once more Almost 10 years after Happy New Year (2014), Abhishek Bachchan is set to share screen space with Shah Rukh Khan again. Rumours are rife that Abhi has been cast as the baddie in SRK’s next, tentatively titled King. While details of the thriller, to be helmed by Sujoy Ghosh, are being closely…
Meena Kumari’s fans have been looking forward to her biopic, which will see Kriti Sanon step into the actor’s shoes and couturier Manish Malhotra turning director. But it looks like the much-anticipated project has been postponed again. Sources say that Malhotra, who was supposed to call action on his first directorial venture in October, has…
Papa ki pari Thrilled to have the company of daughter Raha, Ranbir Kapoor is seen at the construction site of the new Kapoor home. Guess, he will seek his little one’s inputs in designing the kid’s room Ab Bas Dressed in an orange top and wide-legged jeans, Nushrratt Bharuccha seems tired of posing for shutterbugs Just…
Tone down the kisses Vicky Kaushal, Triptii Dimri and Ammy Virk’s Friday release Bad Newz has been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification with a U/A rating. While the Anand Tiwari-directed comedy hasn’t got any audio cuts, the Examining Committee of the Censor Board recommended modifications of three kissing sequences that features two…
Neha Dhupia hops on a call with us at the end of a rather busy day. It began with a flight that took her to Delhi for a professional commitment and concluded with an interaction with a friend later that evening. She tells us that she heads on a road trip the next morning and…
Not too long ago, Pratibha Ranta would look in awe at Alia Bhatt’s performances on the big screen. Today, her performance in Laapataa Ladies has scored her a nomination alongside Bhatt in the Best Actor category at the upcoming Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. “Alia, Jyotika [for Kaathal—The Core, 2023] and Parvathy [for Ullozhukku] have…
When Saqib Saleem gave his nod to Kakuda, he did not anticipate that his role would take a physical toll on him. Director Aditya Sarpotdar’s horror comedy revolves around a ghost that attacks the men of a small town by kicking them, which leads to a hump growing on their back, after which the victim…
Superstar Salman Khan undoubtedly added chaar chand with his presence at the wedding festivities of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. The `Dabangg` star has been leaving no stone unturned to make the newlyweds feel special. On Monday, he penned down a special post for Anant and Radhika. In the note, he also expressed his wish…
Earlier it was reported that Akshay Kumar would skip the grand wedding celebration of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant after he tested positive for COVID-19 ahead of the ceremony date of July 12. However, the actor turned up to congratulate the couple on Monday evening at the final reception. He was accompanied by his author-wife…
Nitanshi Goel, known for her role as Phool in the film Laapataa Ladies has been nominated for the Best Actress category at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. She joins a prestigious list of nominees, including Alia Bhatt, Sanya Malhotra, Jyothika, and Alizeh Agnihotri. The Best Actor category sees stars like Shahrukh Khan, Diljit Dosanjh,…
Shah Rukh Khan is known for his wit and charm and that often comes across in his interviews. If there is someone who has outwitted him during a press meet then it is Katrina Kaif (at least in recent memory). Ahead of Katrina Kaif`s birthday, we revisit, a viral moment when Katrina left Khan stumped…
Bollywood star Rakul Preet Singh`s brother Aman Preet Singh has been arrested by the Hyderabad police in connection with a drug case. He along with four others have been arrested and taken in custody for further probe. They also did a medical test on the accused which turned out to be positive. Aman along with…
Lauren Gottlieb is a popular choreographer, dancer, and actor. She is well-known for her work in the film `ABCD`. She is also a social media influencer. Gottlieb is all set to tie the knot to her longtime boyfriend Tobias Jones. The excited bride-to-be has been enjoying the days in the run-up to her wedding. She…
Janhvi Kapoor was busy over the weekend with the grand wedding ceremony of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. Come Monday, the actress is back to work. While she was spotted with her `Ulajh` co-stars Gulshan Devaiah and Roshan Matthew, the paparazzi seem to not have not done with the wedding fever. As Jnahvi posed for…
The second instalment of the Taapsee Pannu and Vikrant Massey-starrer ‘Haseen Dillruba`, titled ‘Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba`, is set to premiere on Netflix on August 9. While the first part was directed by Vinil Mathew of ‘Hasee Toh Phasee’ fame, Jayprad Desai has taken over the directorial reins from Vinil for the second part. The…
Actor Abhay Deol is celebrating 13 years of his iconic film ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’. On Monday, the actor took to Instagram and shared behind-the-scenes pictures from the making of the film. In the pictures, the actor can be seen enjoying his time with fellow actors and the crew. Abhay wrote in the caption: “@zoieakhtar…
Punjabi sensation Ammy Virk has highlighted the invaluable contributions of spot boys, technicians, and the crew working behind the camera to a film`s success and said that they deserve maximum love. During a press conference for his upcoming film `Bad Newz` in the national capital, Ammy spoke about giving due credit to the behind-the-scenes crew….
After her debut in 2017 with `Poster Boyz`, national crush Triptii Dimri has mainly done films in the genre of drama. The actress, who will be seen in `Bad Newz`, minced no words in saying that she has since the beginning found comedy as a genre difficult and believes that, as an actor, it is…
Katrina Kaif is making all the headlines owing to her pregnancy rumours. Vicky Kaushal, who is busy promoting his film Bad Newz, has been questioned about his wife Katrina Kaif’s pregnancy rumours time and again. Again, while rubbishing all the rumours, Vicky Kaushal has revealed his plans for Katrina Kaif’s birthday. Katrina Kaif celebrates her…
Today marks the 13th anniversary of the beloved film `Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara` (ZNMD). Released in 2011, this Zoya Akhtar directorial continues to resonate with audiences for its exploration of friendship, self-discovery, and the pursuit of dreams. Featuring an ensemble cast of Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar, Abhay Deol, Katrina Kaif, and Kalki Koechlin, ZNMD has…
Parineeti Chopra and her husband Raghav Chadha witnessed the epic Wimbledon 2024 men`s finals between Alcaraz and Djokovic on Saturday. On Monday morning, Parineeti took to her Instagram feed to share some pictures and videos from the final match. The pictures features Parineeti in an all-white outfit posing with a handsome Raghav Chadha dressed in…
Global star Priyanka Chopra, brand ambassador for Bvlgari took the Ambani wedding by storm with her regal look. The former Miss World was a bonafide baraati alongside her husband and singer Nick Jonas at Anant and Radhika Ambani’s grand wedding at Jio World Convention Centre on July 12. Priyanka wore a yellow saffron lehenga with…
Zoya Akhtar`s films are best known for their unique yet relatable narratives, with ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’ standing out for breaking away from traditional Bollywood narratives. Produced by Excel Entertainment, it focused on realistic, relatable characters and their emotional journeys, striking a chord with audiences. With an ensemble cast including Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar, Abhay…
Mukesh Ambani’s son Anant Ambani tied the knot with Radhika Merchant in a grand ceremony at the Jio World Convention Centre, on July 12. The union was marked by several pre-wedding functions leading up to D-day. Reddit users have found a video of Sanjay and Maheep Kapoor’s daughter Shanaya Kapoor having a heated argument with…
Actor Abhay Deol, who was recently seen in the streaming series ‘Trial By Fire’, turned the tables at his recent gig in Kolkata. The actor has found a new interest in DJing and has performed in Kolkata. On Sunday, he took to Instagram and shared a video of himself playing music at the console under…
Punjabi actor and singing sensation Diljit Dosanjh who has taken India to the global stage is currently busy enthralling fans worldwide with his tours. Diljit, who is set to perform at the Rogers Centre, in Downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada, received a surprise visit from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Sharing a video of Justin arriving at…
Music maestro AR Rahman and singing sensation Shreya Ghoshal added a soulful touch to the wedding reception of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant with their live performance. Several videos from the occasion surfaced online in which the duo could be seen enthralling the guests with their soulful voice. A clip that stands out is of…
In the past 14 months, we’ve seen Sonakshi Sinha play five dramatically different women. While her maiden web series Dahaad (2023) saw her as a police officer from an oppressed caste, Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar featured her as a ruthless courtesan and her revenge-seeking daughter. Over the weekend, we met two more versions of Sinha,…
It’s a transcontinental on-screen heist for Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat. In March, mid-day reported that an extensive schedule of Jewel Thief—The Red Sun Chapter was being conducted in Mumbai, after which the team would head to a European country (Chor in the city, March 27). Now, it has come to light that director…
Over the past nine months, it has been one film festival after another for Sanya Malhotra’s Mrs. Last November, Arati Kadav’s directorial venture premièred at the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival, followed by screenings at the Palm Springs International Film Festival and the New York Indian Film Festival. Now, the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne…
Established in 2013, the Indian Singers and Musicians Rights Association (ISAMRA) has been spearheading the fight for monetary benefits for musicians in the film industry. Navigating the workings of music labels and associations to ensure that artistes earn their due royalties, the board of directors tells mid-day that they have worked towards tweaking laws that…
Meethi boliyan: This one by Amit Trivedi is a really sweet number that appeals to me. Fields of gold: This one by Sting has been a favourite for a long time. It has an eternal, romantic vibe. Kalank: Pritam’s track has a haunting melody that draws you into his world. Jab yaar dekha: It’s such…
Holiday ke after-effects In May, mid-day had reported that Saif Ali Khan and Priyadarshan are teaming up for a film. The yet-untitled movie is an adaptation of the director’s Malayalam hit, Oppam (2016). Initially, Priyan was planning to kick off prep and pre-production this month so that he could begin filming with Saif in August….
Director Ramesh Sippy has shared an interesting anecdote about the legendary Bollywood film ‘Sholay’. The director spoke about the film’s runtime and how it was caught between the quagmire of its box office collections and audience demand. ‘Sholay’ was released during the politically turbulent times of the Emergency in India imposed by former Prime Minister…
Couple Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha were spotted holding hands as they watched Wimbledon 2024 men`s singles final live from the stands.T aking to Instagram Story, Parineeti posted a couple of pictures from her tennis court date with Raghav, who is an Aam Aadmi Party leader. In one of the snaps, Parineeti and Raghav can…
Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut, who is gearing up for her upcoming film `Emergency`, reacted to the assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump, saying that Left`s ideology never ceases to amaze her. The actress took to the Stories section of her Instagram and shared two pictures of the Pennsylvania rally where Trump was shot….
As several Indian actors serve desi fashion goals back home in Mumbai at the much talked about Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant wedding, Bollywood actor Sonam Kapoor went on a tennis court date with hubby Anand Ahuja on Saturday. The `Neerja` star was spotted watching the Wimbledon Women`s Final in London with Anand. Both husband and wife…
The songs from the upcoming film `Bad Newz` starring Vicky Kaushal, Ammy Virk and Triptii Dimri have been the talks of the town. After `Tauba Tauba` and `Jaanam`, the makers have now dropped the remake of the classic 90s song `Mere Mehboob Mere Sanam`. The original song is from the film `Duplicate` and was picturised…
