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Kaun Banega Crorepati 16: Contestant Ranveer Raghuvanshi drops from Rs 1,60,000 to Rs 10,000; can you answer the question?

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Kaun Banega Crorepati 16: Contestant Ranveer Raghuvanshi drops from Rs 1,60,000 to Rs 10,000; can you answer the question?

The recent episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 started with rollover contestant Ranveer Raghuvanshi, who had already secured Rs 80,000 in the previous episode. Host Amitabh Bachchan humorously teased the young contestant, saying Ranveer was still waiting for his "real-life Deepika." Ranveer, hopeful of advancing further, faced the Rs 1,60,000 question early in the episode.

Cops reveal Rs 25 lakh contract by Bishnoi gang to kill Salman Khan, connected to handler in Pakistan

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Cops reveal Rs 25 lakh contract by Bishnoi gang to kill Salman Khan, connected to handler in Pakistan

A new chargesheet filed by Navi Mumbai Police reveals that a Rs 25 lakh contract was allegedly offered by a member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang to assassinate Bollywood actor Salman Khan. The chargesheet comes after the arrest of Sukha, also known as Sukhbir Balbir Singh, in Panipat, Haryana. Sukha is accused of enlisting members of the Bishnoi gang for the plot.

Tamannaah Bhatia questioned by ED over Mahadev betting app

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Tamannaah Bhatia questioned by ED over Mahadev betting app

Bahubali fame Tamannaah Bhatia appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Guwahati on Thursday. She was called in by the Enforcement Department (ED) for allegedly encouraging the unauthorized streaming of Indian Premier League (IPL) matches on a subsidiary app of the Mahadev online gambling and betting app.

Kriti Sanon, Taapsee Pannu, and more attend Kanika Dhillon's grand bash honouring women in Indian cinema

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Kriti Sanon, Taapsee Pannu, and more attend Kanika Dhillon's grand bash honouring women in Indian cinema

Celebrating the leading women in Bollywood, ace writer and producer Kanika Dhillon, along with co-host producer and curator Smriti Kiran, hosted a grand bash that became a night to remember. Kanika, a strong advocate for women taking the lead in all aspects of life, brought together a gathering of inspirational women who have played pivotal roles in transforming the landscape of Indian cinema.

Tahira Kashyap’s ‘Sharmajee Ki Bete’ gets 7 nominations at an award show; filmmaker breaks down

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Tahira Kashyap’s ‘Sharmajee Ki Bete’ gets 7 nominations at an award show; filmmaker breaks down

Tahira expressed her break down as her first feature film and directorial debut, Sharmajee ki bete has got seven nominations.

When Kareena Kapoor called Bollywood a "male-dominated industry" and demanded "meaty" roles

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When Kareena Kapoor called Bollywood a "male-dominated industry" and demanded "meaty" roles

Actress Kareena Kapoor, celebrated for her remarkable performances in Chameli and Refugee, once spoke out against the male dominance in Bollywood. Kareena made a striking debut in 2000 with Refugee, starring opposite Abhishek Bachchan, who was also making his debut, alongside Jackie Shroff and Suniel Shetty.

OTT releases this week: Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives, 1000 Babies, The Office and more must watch

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OTT releases this week: Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives, 1000 Babies, The Office and more must watch

Here's a roundup of the new OTT releases this week, each offering unique genres and gripping stories, all set to premiere this week. From Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives, 1000 Babies to The Office.

Anirudh Ravichander set to compose music for Nani and Srikanth Odela's new film

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Anirudh Ravichander set to compose music for Nani and Srikanth Odela's new film

This will be the third time when Nani and Anirudh will be collaborating with each other following their successful ventures with blockbusters - Jersey and Gang Leader.

Netizens rally behind Vedang Raina for young Ratan Tata role in his biopic

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Netizens rally behind Vedang Raina for young Ratan Tata role in his biopic

Vedang Raina has made a remarkable impact as an actor since his debut in The Archies. His recent performance in Jigra has also received widespread acclaim, not just from fans but even from superstar Jr NTR, who praised the young talent. With his rising popularity, many Netizens are now expressing their desire to see Vedang portray the young version of the late Ratan Tata in a biopic.

SRK's school teacher passes away with a final wish to meet the star

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SRK's school teacher passes away with a final wish to meet the star

Some say that his dying wish was to meet the Dear Zindagi actor, and had even reached out to him via social media. But this meeting couldn’t happen and D’Souza passed away.

Kangana Ranaut confirms certification for her film Emergency, release date announcement coming soon

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Kangana Ranaut confirms certification for her film Emergency, release date announcement coming soon

Kangana Ranaut has shared an exciting update regarding her much-anticipated film Emergency. After encountering multiple delays and controversies, the film has finally obtained its certification, and the official release date will be announced soon. Originally slated for release on September 6, Emergency faced postponement due to various legal and controversy-related issues.

Hansika Motwani's griha pravesh photos go viral, fans swoon over the beautiful ceremony

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Hansika Motwani's griha pravesh photos go viral, fans swoon over the beautiful ceremony

Hansika can be seen wearing a stunning green saree that she paired with a red blouse. Hansika rounded her look with dewy makeup and pulled her hair into a bun. Along with this, she decided to go with gold jewellery that added more panache to her look.

Liam Payne's death: Buenos Aires Security Ministry reveals former One Direction singer "jumped from the balcony"

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Liam Payne's death: Buenos Aires Security Ministry reveals former One Direction singer "jumped from the balcony"

A heartbreaking new development has surfaced about the death of One Direction’s Liam Payne, who passed away on October 16. While initial reports suggested he fell from his hotel balcony in Argentina, a new statement from the Buenos Aires Security Ministry has confirmed that Liam Payne “jumped from the balcony of his room.”

Yami Gautam’s touching tribute to father Mukesh Gautam after National Award victory will melt your heart

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Yami Gautam’s touching tribute to father Mukesh Gautam after National Award victory will melt your heart

Yami Gautam is beaming with pride, and her heartfelt social media post says it all. The actor took to Instagram to share pictures with her father, Mr. Mukesh Gautam, celebrating his recent achievement of winning a National Award. In the touching post, Yami expressed her emotions and shared the significance of this special moment with her fans and followers.

Will Salman Khan stop Sikandar shoot amid death threats from Lawrence Bishnoi? Read to know the real story

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Will Salman Khan stop Sikandar shoot amid death threats from Lawrence Bishnoi? Read to know the real story

Actor Salman Khan is facing serious security concerns following threats from gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. This comes after the tragic death of his close friend, Baba Siddique, a Nationalist Congress Party leader, who was shot by three attackers on October 12. In response, Salman’s security has been significantly increased.

Sara Ali Khan and her mother Amrita Singh expand real estate investments with Rs 22.26 crore purchase in Mumbai

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Sara Ali Khan and her mother Amrita Singh expand real estate investments with Rs 22.26 crore purchase in Mumbai

Bollywood star Sara Ali Khan and her mother, Amrita Singh, have expanded their real estate portfolio by purchasing two commercial office spaces in Andheri West, Mumbai, for a total of Rs 22.26 crore.

Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan's Vettaiyan smashes box office with Rs 275 crore in 7 days, set to surpass Rs 300 crore worldwide

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Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan's Vettaiyan smashes box office with Rs 275 crore in 7 days, set to surpass Rs 300 crore worldwide

The film made Rs 77.90 crore on its day 1, Rs 45.26 crore on its day 2, Rs 47.87 crore on its day 3, Rs 41.32 crore on its day 4, Rs 27.80 crore on its day 5, Rs 24.16 crore on its day 6, and Rs 20.58 crore.

Bougainvillea Twitter review: Fahadh Faasil and Kunchacko Boban's crime thriller film gets mixed reactions

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Bougainvillea Twitter review: Fahadh Faasil and Kunchacko Boban's crime thriller film gets mixed reactions

Bougainvillea is a Malayalam crime action thriller that marks the much-anticipated return of Jyothirmayi to cinema after 11 years. Directed and written by Amal Neerad, with a screenplay co-written by Lajo Jose, the film was released worldwide on October 17, 2024.

War 2 and The Delhi Files to witness box office clash on Independence Day 2025

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War 2 and The Delhi Files to witness box office clash on Independence Day 2025

The Delhi Files, the highly anticipated film by filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri and the last part of the successful trilogy that started with The Tashkent Files and The Kashmir Files, is set to face up against the second part of the spyverse War 2 at the box office on August 15, 2025. The Delhi Files is expected to surpass its predecessors, which achieved blockbuster status and ran in theaters for more than 150 days.

Karan Johar supports Jigra director Vasan Bala as Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina starrer struggles at box office

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Karan Johar supports Jigra director Vasan Bala as Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina starrer struggles at box office

Alia Bhatt's latest film, Jigra, has faced multiple controversies in the lead-up to its release, seemingly affecting its box office results. Despite the film's underwhelming performance, producer Karan Johar showed his unwavering support for director Vasan Bala.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of raping woman with TV remote, lawsuit filed

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Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of raping woman with TV remote, lawsuit filed

Rapper Sean 'Diddy' Combs is facing serious legal trouble as a new lawsuit has been filed against him. A woman identified as Ashley Parham has accused Combs of sexual assault, gang rape, and other serious crimes.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu 'begged' directors Raj-DK to find her replacement for Citadel Honey Bunny after myositis diagnosis

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Samantha Ruth Prabhu 'begged' directors Raj-DK to find her replacement for Citadel Honey Bunny after myositis diagnosis

Speaking to Galatta India, Samantha said, "I begged them to move on because I really didn’t think I could do it. I was really sure I couldn’t. I sent other recommendations: ‘Look at this heroine; she is so amazing. She will kill it. I beg you, I can’t do this.’ I sent like four options to them. I was really not well.”

Lawrence Bishnoi gang recruited 60 shooters to target Salman Khan: Report

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Lawrence Bishnoi gang recruited 60 shooters to target Salman Khan: Report

Lawrence Bishnoi, a known gangster, has been threatening Bollywood star Salman Khan for some time now. This conflict dates back to a case from 1998 when Salman was involved in the illegal hunting of blackbucks, which are sacred animals to the Bishnoi community that Lawrence belongs to. Because of this history, Lawrence holds a deep grudge against Salman.

Liam Payne death: Fans gather to honour One Direction's singer Buenos Aires hotel following tragic passing

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Liam Payne death: Fans gather to honour One Direction's singer Buenos Aires hotel following tragic passing

Fans are mourning the tragic loss of Liam Payne, the beloved former One Direction singer, who passed away at the age of 31 after a fall from the third floor of a Buenos Aires hotel in Argentina. Outside the hotel, candles were lit in tribute as heartbroken supporters gather to honour the artist who was once a key member of the iconic British boy band that captured a generation's hearts.

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