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Danish Pandor praises Dhurandhar co-star Ranveer Singh ‘He makes everyone feel important’

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Danish Pandor praises Dhurandhar co-star Ranveer Singh ‘He makes everyone feel important’

Dhurandhar co-star Danish Pandor praised Ranveer Singh for his warmth, generosity and ability to make co-actors feel valued on set, calling him a true superstar and highlighting their strong on-screen chemistry during filming.

Tom Cruise emerges as the highest-paid actor of 2025 with record-breaking earnings

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Tom Cruise emerges as the highest-paid actor of 2025 with record-breaking earnings

Tom Cruise emerged as 2025’s highest-paid actor.

Imran Khan exposes Bollywood’s budget-driven casting, reveals A-Listers' massive fees

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Imran Khan exposes Bollywood’s budget-driven casting, reveals A-Listers' massive fees

Imran Khan exposes Bollywood’s budget-driven casting, reveals A-Listers' massive fees

Sharmila Tagore reveals what she learned from her granddaughter Sara Ali Khan

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Sharmila Tagore reveals what she learned from her granddaughter Sara Ali Khan

Veteran actress Sharmila Tagore shared a heartfelt insight into her bond with granddaughter Sara Ali Khan, revealing that she has learned the value of warmth and inclusivity from the young actress.

From Maine Pyar Kiya to Tiger: Salman Khan’s timeless movies to binge on his birthday

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From Maine Pyar Kiya to Tiger: Salman Khan’s timeless movies to binge on his birthday

Salman Khan celebrates his birthday, fans across the globe revisit the films that shaped his extraordinary journey in Bollywood. From romantic blockbusters and family entertainers to action-packed spectacles and emotional dramas, Salman’s filmography reflects decades of superstardom and unmatched fan love. To mark the occasion, here’s a specially curated list of his most iconic movies, now streaming across major OTT platforms — the perfect way to celebrate Bhaijaan’s legacy on his special day.

Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 gets another shot, re-release planned in January 2026

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Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 gets another shot, re-release planned in January 2026

Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2, starring Kapil Sharma and released on 12 December 2025, faced limited screen availability due to competition from major releases like Dhurandhar.

Hrithik Roshan and girlfriend Saba Azad share loved-up Christmas pictures

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Hrithik Roshan and girlfriend Saba Azad share loved-up Christmas pictures

Hrithik Roshan and girlfriend Saba Azad shared festive Christmas pictures on social media.

Ranveer Allahbadia reacts with humor to Saurav Gurjar’s threat after India’s Got Latent Row ‘Mahabharat’s Bheem will beat me now?’

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Ranveer Allahbadia reacts with humor to Saurav Gurjar’s threat after India’s Got Latent Row ‘Mahabharat’s Bheem will beat me now?’

After India’s Got Latent controversy and threats issued by Saurav Gurjar over his remarks on the show, YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia has finally reacted.

MS Dhoni joins Salman Khan’s birthday celebrations at Panvel farmhouse

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MS Dhoni joins Salman Khan’s birthday celebrations at Panvel farmhouse

Salman Khan is celebrating his 60th birthday at his Panvel farmhouse, and cricket legend MS Dhoni attended with his family.

Alia Bhatt starrer Alpha Postponed Again to avoid clash with Salman Khan’s Battle of Galwan

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Alia Bhatt starrer Alpha Postponed Again to avoid clash with Salman Khan’s Battle of Galwan

Yash Raj Films has postponed Alia Bhatt and Sharvari’s spy thriller Alpha once again to avoid a theatrical clash with Salman Khan’s war film Battle of Galwan, originally scheduled for the same April 2026 window.

Megastar Chiranjeevi sends warm birthday wishes to Salman Khan on his 60th birthday

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Megastar Chiranjeevi sends warm birthday wishes to Salman Khan on his 60th birthday

Tollywood legend Chiranjeevi wished Bollywood superstar Salman Khan a happy 60th birthday with an emotional message on social media, calling him a beloved brother and inspiration to millions.

Rakul Preet Singh’s Brother Aman Preet Singh booked by Hyderabad Police in a drugs case

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Rakul Preet Singh’s Brother Aman Preet Singh booked by Hyderabad Police in a drugs case

Hyderabad police have booked Aman Preet Singh, brother of actress Rakul Preet Singh, as an accused in the Masab Tank drugs case after interrogations linked him to regular drug purchases from arrested suppliers.

Malavika Mohanan cheers for Thalapathy Vijay ahead of ‘Jana Nayagan’ audio launch

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Malavika Mohanan cheers for Thalapathy Vijay ahead of ‘Jana Nayagan’ audio launch

The highly anticipated event, titled Thalapathy Thiruvizha, celebrates Vijay’s latest film, set for a Pongal 2026 release and possibly marking a milestone before his political future.

Krystle D’Souza responds to trolls after viral ‘Shararat’ performance: “Who cares?”

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Krystle D’Souza responds to trolls after viral ‘Shararat’ performance: “Who cares?”

Krystle D’Souza reacted to online trolling following her performance in the Dhurandhar song Shararat.

Rashmika Mandanna’s Mysaa launches with stunning theme OST first glimpse

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Rashmika Mandanna’s Mysaa launches with stunning theme OST first glimpse

Mysaa, starring Rashmika Mandanna, is an emotional action thriller set in tribal lands.

Suriya 46: Producer Naga Vamsi shares official genre and story insights

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Suriya 46: Producer Naga Vamsi shares official genre and story insights

Suriya 46, directed by Lucky Baskhar fame Venky Atluri, stars Suriya playing the lead, with Mamitha Baiju in a key role.

Fans are excited as Asim Azhar and Hania Aamir are rumoured to tie the knot in 2026

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Fans are excited as Asim Azhar and Hania Aamir are rumoured to tie the knot in 2026

Asim Azhar and Hania Aamir have sparked buzz with rumours they might tie the knot in 2026.

Ashok Pandit thanks Janhvi Kapoor for speaking out against Dipu Das killing

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Ashok Pandit thanks Janhvi Kapoor for speaking out against Dipu Das killing

Film producer-director and social activist Ashok Pandit has openly praised actress Janhvi Kapoor. Janhvi recently strongly condemned the violence against the Hindu minority in Bangladesh, particularly the killing of Dipu Chandra Das. For taking this stand, Ashok Pandit not only appreciated her courage but also thanked her for raising her voice.

When Nick Jonas said ‘I Love You’ to wife Priyanka Chopra during a live concert

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When Nick Jonas said ‘I Love You’ to wife Priyanka Chopra during a live concert

A throwback to the heart-melting moment when Nick Jonas surprised fans by signing “I love you” to Priyanka Chopra during a live Jonas Brothers concert in 2019.

Singer Jubin Nautiyal moves Delhi High Court to protect personality rights

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Singer Jubin Nautiyal moves Delhi High Court to protect personality rights

Singer Jubin Nautiyal has approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection of his personality rights, citing concerns over the unauthorised use of his name, image and voice in the digital space.

Sunny and Bobby Deol to host special screening of Dharmendra’s last film Ikkis in Mumbai

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Sunny and Bobby Deol to host special screening of Dharmendra’s last film Ikkis in Mumbai

Sunny and Bobby Deol will host a special screening of their father Dharmendra’s final film Ikkis in Mumbai on December 29, creating an emotional tribute to the legendary actor ahead of its January 1, 2026, theatrical release.

From Katrina Kaif to Kiara Advani: Celebs who became parents in 2025

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From Katrina Kaif to Kiara Advani: Celebs who became parents in 2025

2025 was a joyful year for Bollywood as several celebrities welcomed babies and embraced parenthood. From Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal to Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra, stars shared heartfelt announcements and first glimpses of their little ones, making it a memorable baby boom year in the industry.

Aishwarya Mohanraj delivers a hilarious farewell to Four More Shots Please with a stand-up special

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Aishwarya Mohanraj delivers a hilarious farewell to Four More Shots Please with a stand-up special

Four More Shots Please! concludes its journey on Prime Video, comedian Aishwarya Mohanraj delivers a special stand-up performance inspired by the show’s iconic characters.

Esha Deol shares festive Christmas video, turns off comments later

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Esha Deol shares festive Christmas video, turns off comments later

Esha Deol shared a festive Christmas video dressed in a Santa hat and green-red outfit. The post comes a few days after her father and legendary actor Dharmendra’s death. The Dhoom actress chose to turn off the comments.

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