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AR Rahman, Shreya Ghoshal and Sukhwinder Singh deliver an enchanting performance at Anant Ambani’s wedding reception

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AR Rahman, Shreya Ghoshal and Sukhwinder Singh deliver an enchanting performance at Anant Ambani’s wedding reception

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding reception became a social media sensation, featuring viral videos of performances by AR Rahman, Sukhwinder Singh, and Shreya Ghoshal.

Justin Trudeau joins Diljit Dosanjh on stage, the latter praises Canada’s diversity

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Justin Trudeau joins Diljit Dosanjh on stage, the latter praises Canada’s diversity

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh at Toronto's Rogers Centre on Sunday, just hours before Dosanjh's performance. Trudeau shared a photo of the meeting on X expressing his best wishes for Dosanjh's show.

Shreya Ghoshal shares video of Sonu Nigam, Shankar Mahadevan, and more practicing before performance at Anant Ambani’s Shubh Aashirwad

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Shreya Ghoshal shares video of Sonu Nigam, Shankar Mahadevan, and more practicing before performance at Anant Ambani’s Shubh Aashirwad

Renowned singers including Shankar Mahadevan, Shreya Ghoshal, Sonu Nigam, Kaushiki Chakraborty, and Hariharan created a magical atmosphere at Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani’s Shubh Aashirwad ceremony. Shreya Ghoshal recently posted a video showing them rehearsing before their performance.

MS Dhoni and wife Sakshi congratulate Anant-Radhika, share beautiful picture with the newlyweds

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MS Dhoni and wife Sakshi congratulate Anant-Radhika, share beautiful picture with the newlyweds

Cricketer MS Dhoni and his wife Sakshi attended the lavish wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. Dhoni wore an ivory beaded kurta, and Sakshi donned a sequinned lime green suit. Sakshi posted a congratulatory picture of the newlyweds on Instagram.

Sonakshi Sinha wishes Anant-Radhika ‘all the love and happiness in the world,' shares pictures from Shubh Aashirwad ceremony

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Sonakshi Sinha wishes Anant-Radhika ‘all the love and happiness in the world,' shares pictures from Shubh Aashirwad ceremony

Sonakshi Sinha attended Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's grand Shubh Aashirwad ceremony, stunning in a bright red Anarkali suit with intricate gota patti work and a churidar. She shared captivating photos of her outfit and wished the couple love and happiness.

Sonam Kapoor serves chic royalty in Bottega Veneta at Wimbledon Women's Final

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Sonam Kapoor serves chic royalty in Bottega Veneta at Wimbledon Women's Final

As Wimbledon 2024's finale approaches, Bollywood star Sonam Kapoor and her husband Anand Ahuja enjoyed a charming day in London, soaking up the tournament's excitement. Sonam was captured in a chic Bottega Veneta striped skirt and top.

Father-son musicians duo Daler Mehndi and Gurdeep Mehndi deliver enthralling performance at Anant Ambani’s wedding

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Father-son musicians duo Daler Mehndi and Gurdeep Mehndi deliver enthralling performance at Anant Ambani’s wedding

Gurdeep and Daler Mehndi electrified the Ambani celebration with a performance that had everyone dancing to their dynamic beats and energetic presence. The audience was captivated by the infectious Punjabi rhythms and powerful dhol beats delivered by the father-son duo.

Kim Kardashian embodies Jasmine from Aladdin at Anant, Radhika’s day 2 of wedding celebrations

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Kim Kardashian embodies Jasmine from Aladdin at Anant, Radhika’s day 2 of wedding celebrations

Kim Kardashian wowed at the Ambani wedding's second day in a daring Princess Jasmine-inspired outfit by Gaurav Gupta. Her ensemble included a structured bralette top, a pleated draped skirt, and a coordinating veil, combining modern elegance with dramatic details like a thigh-high slit and a flowing train.

The Ambani women: Nita Ambani poses with Radhika Merchant, Isha Ambani and Shloka Mehta

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The Ambani women: Nita Ambani poses with Radhika Merchant, Isha Ambani and Shloka Mehta

At Anant and Radhika's wedding, the Ambani women, including Nita Ambani, Isha Ambani, and Shloka Mehta, wore exquisite Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla designs, showcasing royal glamour and Indian artistry. The event drew global and national dignitaries, highlighting its grandeur.

Shah Rukh Khan, Gauri Khan won’t attend Anant-Radhika’s Mangal Utsav as they are headed to London

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Shah Rukh Khan, Gauri Khan won’t attend Anant-Radhika’s Mangal Utsav as they are headed to London

Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan were seen in a fan-shared video at Mumbai's Kalina airport, heading to London which will lead to their absence from the anticipated Mangal Utsav at Antilla, the Ambani residence.

Will Smith performs the Fresh Prince of Bel Air theme song at boxing event

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Will Smith performs the Fresh Prince of Bel Air theme song at boxing event

Will Smith performed the iconic theme song of Fresh Prince of Bel Air at a boxing event in front of nearly 80,000 people 28 years after the end of the show.

Indian 2 box office collection day 2: Kamal Haasan starrer beats Akshay Kumar’s Sarfira, earns Rs 42 crore in total

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Indian 2 box office collection day 2: Kamal Haasan starrer beats Akshay Kumar’s Sarfira, earns Rs 42 crore in total

Kamal Haasan starrer Indian 2 has been doing well at the box office with a reported total collection of Rs 42.30 crore by the end of its second day. Akshay Kumar's Sarfira was only able to rake in less than Rs 7 crore on its second day.

Priyanka Chopra shares picture with daughter Malti after travelling for 42+ hours, ‘This is all I needed’

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Priyanka Chopra shares picture with daughter Malti after travelling for 42+ hours, ‘This is all I needed’

After attending Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding on 12 July, Priyanka Chopra shared a picture with her daughter, Malti Marie Jonas, indicating how much she missed her.

Harry Styles duets with Stevie Nicks in a tribute to Christine McVie

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Harry Styles duets with Stevie Nicks in a tribute to Christine McVie

Harry Styles surprised the audience at the BST Hyde Park concert series by joining Stevie Nicks on stage. They performed a memorable duet, including songs like Stop Dragging My Heart Around and Landslide in tribute to Christine McVie on her 81st birthday.

SRK hugs Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh at Anant Ambani’s wedding

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SRK hugs Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh at Anant Ambani’s wedding

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's lavish wedding at the Jio World Convention Centre brought together Bollywood's elite, highlighting Shah Rukh Khan's touching reunion with Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh, showcasing their enduring bond amid glitz and camaraderie.

Did you know that Radhika Merchant’s Shubh Aashirwad lehenga was hand painted by Indian artist Jayasri Burman?

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Did you know that Radhika Merchant’s Shubh Aashirwad lehenga was hand painted by Indian artist Jayasri Burman?

Radhika Merchant's bridal ensemble, crafted through the collaboration of Rhea Kapoor, Abu Jani Sandeep, and artist Jayasri Burman, is a vibrant blend of art and fashion. The Lehenga, adorned with twelve intricately hand-painted panels on special Italian canvas, merges haute couture with artistic expression.

Radhika Merchant’s mother and sister deliver a mesmerising performance for Anant Ambani

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Radhika Merchant’s mother and sister deliver a mesmerising performance for Anant Ambani

Radhika's mother, Shaila Merchant, and sister, Anjali Merchant, performed a mesmerising dance for Anant on 'Mithila Ka Kan Khila' by Maanya Arora. Their synchronised performance brought immense joy to Anant, clearly visible on his radiant face.

Aishwarya Rai embraces Deepika Padukone at Anant Ambani wedding

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Aishwarya Rai embraces Deepika Padukone at Anant Ambani wedding

At Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's opulent wedding on July 12 at the Jio World Convention Centre, Bollywood stars Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Deepika Padukone shared a touching moment. Aishwarya warmly hugged Deepika, creating a memorable scene.

Amitabh Bachchan seeks Rambhadracharya’s blessings at Anant, Radhika’s Shubh Aashirwad ceremony

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Amitabh Bachchan seeks Rambhadracharya’s blessings at Anant, Radhika’s Shubh Aashirwad ceremony

A viral video shows Amitabh Bachchan honouring Swami Rambhadracharya at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's Shubh Aashirvaad ceremony in Mumbai. Swami Rambhadracharya, the founder of Tulsi Peeth in Chitrakoot, is a respected spiritual leader, scholar, and author.

Shloka Mehta does Tilak ceremony for Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant at the Shubh Aashirwad ceremony

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Shloka Mehta does Tilak ceremony for Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant at the Shubh Aashirwad ceremony

In a heartwarming ceremony, Shloka Merchant and Akash Ambani performed the tilak ritual for newlyweds Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant after their wedding.

PM Modi blesses Anant, Radhika Merchant Ambani at Shubh Aashirwad ceremony

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PM Modi blesses Anant, Radhika Merchant Ambani at Shubh Aashirwad ceremony

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Shubh Aashirwad ceremony for Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant, a day after their wedding. A video captured Anant and Radhika seeking blessings from PM Modi, who presented them with a gift.

Did you know that Alia Bhatt wore a 160 year old Ashavali saree at Anant Ambani’s wedding?

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Did you know that Alia Bhatt wore a 160 year old Ashavali saree at Anant Ambani’s wedding?

Alia Bhatt made a stunning statement at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding by choosing a rare 160-year-old Ashavali saree from Manish Malhotra's collection.

Chiyaan Vikram’s Thangalaan trailer earns over 10 million views

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Chiyaan Vikram’s Thangalaan trailer earns over 10 million views

The highly awaited Thangalaan trailer starring Chiyaan Vikram has already garnered over 10 million views on YouTube in multiple languages, marking it as a significant cinematic milestone.

Sarfira box office collection day 1: Akshay Kumar delivers lowest opening in 15 years, debuts with Rs 2.40 crore

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Sarfira box office collection day 1: Akshay Kumar delivers lowest opening in 15 years, debuts with Rs 2.40 crore

Akshay Kumar’s latest film, Sarfira, earned only Rs 2.40 crore on its opening day, significantly less than Akshay’s previous release, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, which opened at Rs 16.07 crore.

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