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Cocktail 2 is very Indian: Shahid Kapoor; Kriti Sanon, Rashmika Mandanna open up

Shahid Kapoor says Cocktail 2 carries a distinctly Indian emotional core despite its international look, adding that working on the film pushed him out of his comfort zone in refreshing ways. Kriti Sanon opens up about the challenges behind filming the song Mashooqa, revealing the strict diet and demanding shoot conditions, while also sharing her experience of reuniting with Shahid. Rashmika Mandanna, meanwhile, admits she was initially nervous about stepping into a more urban avatar but s...

‘Go get them Sigma girl!’: Shah Rukh Khan praises Alia Bhatt’s action avatar in Alpha teaser

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood star Alia Bhatt has received heaps of praise from superstar Shah Rukh Khan after the teaser of her upcoming film Alpha was unveiled by YRF on Wednesday.

Raised to kill! Alia Bhatt unleashes her fiercest avatar yet in Alpha teaser

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood star Alia Bhatt is set to showcase her action-packed avatar on the big screen as Yash Raj Films (YRF) unveiled the teaser of its much-anticipated action thriller Alpha on Wednesday.

'It's not just South Cinema': Nithya Menen on Janhvi Kapoor objectification row over 'Peddi'

Hyderabad/IBNS: Actor Nithya Menen has strongly defended the South Indian film industry amid the backlash over the alleged objectification of Janhvi Kapoor in Peddi.

Ram Charan's 'Peddi' nears ₹250 crore worldwide! Can it overcome Monday's sharp box office dip?

Hyderabad/IBNS: Ram Charan-starrer Peddi continued its strong run at the box office, dominating its opening weekend and posting impressive collection figures across domestic and international markets, though the film witnessed a notable drop in earnings on Monday.

Christopher Nolan pushes limits again — Matt Damon calls The Odyssey his toughest shoot ever

Hollywood actor Matt Damon has described his upcoming film The Odyssey as the most challenging project of his career.

Masks off! Hoichoi unveils star-studded cast of The Eken: Kerala-e Kurukshetra

Kolkata/IBNS: Hoichoi Studios on Friday unveiled the cast of The Eken: Kerala-e Kurukshetra through an immersive and theatrical reveal event that brought together mystery, culture and intrigue in true Eken style.

Srijit Mukherji brings Sarat Chandra's greatest battle to life; pre-teaser of Pujo 2026 epic out

Kolkata/IBNS: The makers have unveiled the pre-teaser of Emperor Vs Sarat Chandra in a first glimpse of what promises to be one of the most anticipated Bengali films of Pujo 2026.

Janhvi Kapoor's Peddi role sparks 'objectification' debate; director issues apology, edits scenes

Hyderabad/IBNS: The debate over the objectification of female actors in Indian cinema has resurfaced after the makers of Telugu film Peddi faced criticism over the portrayal of actor Janhvi Kapoor.

From blackout to screening: Late Anik Dutta's 'respect restored' as Aparajito finally reaches Nandan

Kolkata/IBNS: Maestro Satyajit Ray completed his debut masterpiece Pather Panchali in 1955 with financial support from the West Bengal government led by then Chief Minister Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy.

Kit Boy to Cricket King: Varun Aradya leads Kannada's first-ever sports microdrama amid massive online buzz

Bullet, the microdrama app, has announced the launch of Kit Boy to Cricket King, Kannada's first-ever sports microdrama series.

Husband on screen, wife cheers loudest: Ram Charan wins Upasana Konidela’s support at ‘Peddi’ premiere

Hyderabad/IBNS: Ram Charan starrer Peddi received one of its loudest cheers from his wife Upasana Konidela, who was seen enthusiastically supporting the film during its theatrical premiere.

Former CBFC chief Pahlaj Nihalani, face of India's censorship debate, dies at 76

Mumbai/IBNS: Veteran film producer and former Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) chairman Pahlaj Nihalani passed away on Thursday due to liver cirrhosis, media reports said. He was 76.

Aamir Khan to marry Gauri Spratt in intimate ceremony: SRK, Salman Khan on guest list

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actor Aamir Khan is reportedly set to marry his girlfriend Gauri Spratt in an intimate ceremony attended by family members and close friends.

FWICE backs down! Ranveer Singh's non-cooperation notice withdrawn after legal move

Mumbai/IBNS: The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has withdrawn its non-cooperation directive against Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh, bringing an end to a controversy that erupted following his exit from Farhan Akhtar's upcoming film Don 3, media reports said.

Off Campus star Mika Abdalla splits from fiancé Jake Short: Report

Los Angeles/IBNS: As actor Mika Abdalla shot to overnight fame following the success of Off Campus, curiosity about her personal life has also surged among fans.

IShowSpeed’s World Cup song goes viral — Fans demand it replace official FIFA anthem

YouTuber IShowSpeed has released his latest track celebrating the excitement surrounding the upcoming FIFA World Cup, and the song has gone viral within just 24 hours, with fans calling for it to be made the official tournament anthem.

Wedding bells! Dua Lipa marries Callum Turner in intimate London ceremony

Los Angeles/IBNS: Three-time Grammy Award-winning singer Dua Lipa has tied the knot with British actor Callum Turner, media reports said.

Voice that defined an era silenced: Singer Suman Kalyanpur dies at 89

Veteran singer Suman Kalyanpur, renowned for her soulful voice and distinguished playback singing career, passed away on Sunday due to age-related health complications. She was 89.

Off Campus fans, brace yourselves! Mika Abdalla and Stephen Kalyn reunite for a steamy new romance

Los Angeles/IBNS: Off Campus stars Mika Abdalla and Stephen Kalyn, whose sizzling chemistry in the hit web series won over fans worldwide, are set to reunite for a new three-episode audio romance titled Rent Free.

Varun Dhawan moves Delhi High Court to protect personality rights

Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan has approached the Delhi High Court seeking legal protection of his personality and publicity rights, amid rising concerns over the misuse of celebrity identity through AI-generated content.

From Garrett-Hannah to Dean-Allie: Off Campus romance heads into Season 2

Los Angeles/IBNS: The second season of Prime Video’s romance drama series Off Campus will centre around the relationship between Allie Hayes and Dean Di Laurentis, the makers announced after the strong response to the debut season.

‘Did she convert to Islam?’: Ankita Lokhande trolled over hijab look in Abu Dhabi

Mumbai/IBNS: Popular television actor Ankita Lokhande has sparked controversy on social media after wearing a hijab during her vacation in Abu Dhabi.

Karan Johar unfollows SRK, Alia Bhatt and others—but keeps following Priyanka Chopra; calls it ‘digital detox’

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar triggered massive speculation online after unfollowing several of his closest industry friends on Instagram, including Shah Rukh Khan, Alia Bhatt, Ananya Panday, and designer Manish Malhotra.

‘Never felt left out’: Ella Bright opens up on 10-year age gap with Off-Campus co-star Belmont Cameli

Los Angeles/IBNS: Prime Video’s new OTT series Off Campus, an American college romance drama based on Elle Kennedy’s bestselling novels, has created a storm online, largely due to its college romance vibes and the chemistry between its lead pair.

‘A void that can never truly be filled’: Anik Dutta’s ‘Bijoya’ Saayoni Ghosh mourns filmmaker

Kolkata/IBNS: Actor and Trinamool Congress MP Saayoni Ghosh, who played the onscreen wife of maestro Satyajit Ray in Aparajito, mourned the death of filmmaker Anik Dutta, who died after falling from the terrace of his south Kolkata residence under mysterious circumstances.

‘Society judges women for no reason’: Triptii Dimri on the powerful message of ‘Maa Behen’

Triptii Dimri opens up about sharing screen space with Madhuri Dixit and Ravi Kishan in Netflix film Maa Behen, the unforgettable atmosphere on set, and why the film became one of the most special projects of her career. From playing Antakshari with Madhuri during breaks to reflecting on society’s harsh judgments towards women, Triptii offers an emotional and candid glimpse into the film's making and message during the promotional activities. Directed by Suresh Triveni, the film pr...

'No one responsible': Handwritten note found after Bengali filmmaker Anik Dutta's mysterious death

A handwritten note was recovered from the residence of Anik Dutta after the Bengali filmmaker died on Wednesday following a fall from the terrace of his south Kolkata home, news channel TV9 Bangla reported.

Ayushmann Khurrana’s ‘Pati Patni Aur Woh Do’ nears ₹50 cr, recovers most of budget

Mumbai/IBNS: Pati Patni Aur Woh Do continued its run at the box office with a collection of Rs. 1.72 crore on Day 12, taking its total India net earnings to Rs. 45.47 crore.

Kolkata: Bhooter Bhabishyat director Anik Dutta dies after falling from the roof of Gariahat residence

Bengali film director Anik Dutta died on Wednesday after falling from the roof of his residence located in Gariahat area in south Kolkata, media reports said.