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Akshay Kumar celebrates Independence Day with ‘everyday heroes’: 'Freedom feels brighter when we care...'

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Akshay Kumar celebrates Independence Day with ‘everyday heroes’: 'Freedom feels brighter when we care...'

Akshay Kumar is celebrating Independence Day with real life heroes who clean beaches everyday. He also penned a tribute to mark the day.

Adnan Sami’s top 10 evergreen songs that still touch hearts

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Adnan Sami’s top 10 evergreen songs that still touch hearts

Adnan Sami, known for his soulful voice and timeless melodies, has given music lovers some unforgettable gems. From romantic ballads to spiritual tracks, his songs like Tera Chehra, Bheegi Bheegi Raaton Mein, and Bhar Do Jholi Meri continue to resonate across generations. Here are his top 10 iconic hits you must listen to again.

Rajinikanth gets a stylish hair makeover for Coolie from celebrity stylist Aalim Hakim

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Rajinikanth gets a stylish hair makeover for Coolie from celebrity stylist Aalim Hakim

Hakim Aalim's inputs to the look and makeover of Rajinikanth in Coolie seem to have added value to the film for sure. The superstar looks different and a little stylish.

Anupam Kher to portray Gandhi Ji in Vivek Agnihotri’s ‘The bengal files’

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Anupam Kher to portray Gandhi Ji in Vivek Agnihotri’s ‘The bengal files’

Anupam Kher transforms into Mahatma Gandhi for Vivek Agnihotri’s The Bengal Files. The film revisits the 1946 Calcutta killings and releases on September 5, with the trailer dropping August 16.

Hina Khan backs Mrunal Thakur amid Bipasha Basu comment row: 'We all make mistakes'

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Hina Khan backs Mrunal Thakur amid Bipasha Basu comment row: 'We all make mistakes'

Hina Khan has come forward in support of Mrunal Thakur, praising her for taking responsibility after her comment about Bipasha Basu resurfaced on the internet. She also urged people to end the controversy and spread kindness.

Saira Banu on Dilip Kumar’s love for India, calls him 'most desi man' in Independence Day tribute: 'His patriotism wasn’t loud it was lived'

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Saira Banu on Dilip Kumar’s love for India, calls him 'most desi man' in Independence Day tribute: 'His patriotism wasn’t loud it was lived'

Veteran actress Saira Banu revealed that Dilip Kumar was respected by the prominent names like andit Jawaharlal Nehru Sahab, Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sahab, and P. V. Narasimha Rao Sahab. She also reflected on her roots.

Ram Charan, Kangana Ranaut and Ananya Panday share heartfelt Independence day post

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Ram Charan, Kangana Ranaut and Ananya Panday share heartfelt Independence day post

Kangana Ranaut, Ram Charan, and Ananya Panday celebrated India’s 79th Independence Day with patriotic zeal, promoting the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign through heartfelt social media posts and family festivities.

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update August 14: Tulsi offers Malti money in exchange for proof against Ajay

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Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update August 14: Tulsi offers Malti money in exchange for proof against Ajay

During the wedding ceremony, Tulsi tells Munni to secure the pen drive, leaving Nandini in charge, while Hemant quietly calls the police.

Bhumi Pednekar shares mother’s emotional story as former Paratrooper in the army

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Bhumi Pednekar shares mother’s emotional story as former Paratrooper in the army

Bhumi Pednekar shared a candid video of her mother, a former paratrooper, recounting her struggles and pride in serving India, inspiring fans this Independence Day.

From espionage thrillers to superhero epics: OTT releases to watch this week

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From espionage thrillers to superhero epics: OTT releases to watch this week

This week’s OTT lineup spans high-octane spy thrillers, gripping legal dramas, horror mysteries, and superhero reboots. From Pratik Gandhi’s nuclear-stakes chase in Saare Jahan Se Accha to Chris Hemsworth’s adventure docuseries Limitless, the slate promises edge-of-the-seat entertainment.

Coolie OTT release: When and where to watch the Rajinikanth starrer

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Coolie OTT release: When and where to watch the Rajinikanth starrer

The makers have recently teased Coolie OTT release and streaming platform. The film was released in the theatres on August 14 with positive reviews.

Rohit Shetty, Nushrrat Bharuccha celebrate Independence Day with Mumbai Police

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Rohit Shetty, Nushrrat Bharuccha celebrate Independence Day with Mumbai Police

Rohit Shetty, Nushrrat Bharuccha, and Amruta Khanvilkar celebrated India’s 79th Independence Day with the Mumbai Police, hoisting the tricolour and sharing special patriotic moments. Amruta also marked the occasion with her children, while Shetty, known for his iconic cop films, expressed admiration for the officers’ dedication.

Saiyaara actors Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda twin in black to watch War 2 amid dating rumours

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Saiyaara actors Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda twin in black to watch War 2 amid dating rumours

Saiyaara actors Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda watched together Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR's high-octane spy thriller, War 2. They were spotted outside the theatre.

Amitabh Bachchan breaks silence on his changed look in Kaun Banega Crorepati 17: ‘Doing my best for my age’

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Amitabh Bachchan breaks silence on his changed look in Kaun Banega Crorepati 17: ‘Doing my best for my age’

At 82, Amitabh Bachchan has candidly addressed recent discussions about his changed appearance on Kaun Banega Crorepati 17, attributing it to age and assuring fans he’s “trying to rectify it.” The megastar also reflected on the emotional challenges of hosting the show, from witnessing contestants’ dashed hopes to offering them words of encouragement.

Border 2 release date and poster unveiled on Independence Day, Sunny Deol returns in iconic soldier avatar

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Border 2 release date and poster unveiled on Independence Day, Sunny Deol returns in iconic soldier avatar

Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan starrer Border 2 was initially expected to hit the theatres on January 23, 2026, but the makers have decided to postpone the film by a day.

Sharvari praises Bobby Deol’s casting as powerful antagonist in YRF’s Alpha, reviews War 2

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Sharvari praises Bobby Deol’s casting as powerful antagonist in YRF’s Alpha, reviews War 2

Sharvari then shared a screne of Alpha featuring Bobby Deol which was teased in War 2 post credit scene. She also praised Hrithik Roshan and Kiara Advani's spy action thriller.

Coolie: Fans of Nagarjuna express disappointment, say a legend was hired for a badly written script

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Coolie: Fans of Nagarjuna express disappointment, say a legend was hired for a badly written script

Rajinikanth starrer action thriller Coolie recently hit the theatres with positive reviews but some of Nagarjuna's fans seems to be disappointed with his role.

BTS’ Jin’s Run Jin star KwakTube teases his dating life and marriage plans

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BTS’ Jin’s Run Jin star KwakTube teases his dating life and marriage plans

Netflix variety show sensation KwakTube has recently confirmed that he has a girlfriend and revealed that she is not a celebrity.

Sonu Sood celebrates Independence Day with Indian army at Attari–Wagah border in throwback pic, see here

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Sonu Sood celebrates Independence Day with Indian army at Attari–Wagah border in throwback pic, see here

Sonu Sood posed with the Indian army at Attari–Wagah border in the pictures. The actor proudly holds the Indian flag in his hands in one photo.

Metal legends Megadeth announce final album and tour: '40 years of metal forged in steel, ending in fire'

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Metal legends Megadeth announce final album and tour: '40 years of metal forged in steel, ending in fire'

The thrash metal band Megadeth confirmed the “end of their career” after over four decades in the business with a gripping teaser. The band also announced their final album and tour.

BTS leader RM calls loyal ARMY his 'greatest strength', says "Your presence isn’t something we take for granted"

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BTS leader RM calls loyal ARMY his 'greatest strength', says "Your presence isn’t something we take for granted"

BTS member RM addressed BTS’s loyal ARMY directly, acknowledging their unwavering support even during uncertain times. He also reflected on how his conversations with the BTS members have evolved over the years.

Varun Badola feels Saiyaara with Shah Rukh Khan would flop: 'Too big for the film'

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Varun Badola feels Saiyaara with Shah Rukh Khan would flop: 'Too big for the film'

Varun Badola expressed strong disagreement with the claims that Saiyaara’s success proves stars aren’t essential for a hit. He believed that the film would have been a flop with Shah Rukh Khan.

War 2 box office collection day 1: Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR film crosses Rs 50 crores, falls short of Coolie’s lead

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War 2 box office collection day 1: Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR film crosses Rs 50 crores, falls short of Coolie’s lead

War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, opened to an estimated ₹52.50 crore nett across India on day one, but fell short of pre-release expectations. Despite its strong debut, the film was outshone by Rajinikanth’s Coolie in the box office clash.

Coolie box office collection day 1: Rajinikanth, Aamir Khan film earns Rs 65 crores

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Coolie box office collection day 1: Rajinikanth, Aamir Khan film earns Rs 65 crores

Rajinikanth’s Coolie stormed the box office on August 14, surpassing expectations with record-breaking advance bookings. Trade analysts say it’s enjoying one of the biggest openings ever for a Tamil film.

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