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Amid Deepika Padukone's eight-hour shift debate, Huma Qureshi reveals, 'I work 10–12 hours a day' - Exclusive

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Amid Deepika Padukone's eight-hour shift debate, Huma Qureshi reveals, 'I work 10–12 hours a day' - Exclusive

Moneycontrol spoke exclusively with Maharani and Delhi Crime Season 3 actress Huma Qureshi about the eight hour shift debate and she said it is a personal perspective.

'We want to establish ghee as India’s essential superfood', says Nei Native's Nitya Ganapathy - Exclusive

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'We want to establish ghee as India’s essential superfood', says Nei Native's Nitya Ganapathy - Exclusive

Nitya Ganapathy, founder of Nei Native, spoke about her approach to ghee and Indian superfoods in this exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol.

Salman Khan does not interfere, gives a lot of creative freedom: Ashley Rebello on his designing journey and styling superstar for 2 decades - Exclusive

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Salman Khan does not interfere, gives a lot of creative freedom: Ashley Rebello on his designing journey and styling superstar for 2 decades - Exclusive

In an exclusive chat with Moneycontrol, celebrated costume designer Ashley Rebello spoke about his three-decade journey shaping Bollywood style - from iconic Salman Khan looks in films like Wanted, Kick, Bajrangi Bhaijaan and Bharat to his research-heavy work in Haq.

Priyanka Chopra shares selfie with Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj as they start early promotions for Varanasi

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Priyanka Chopra shares selfie with Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj as they start early promotions for Varanasi

Priyanka Chopra set social media abuzz after she shared a wonderful selfie with her co-stars and southern superstars Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran.

Huma Qureshi on delivering two back-to-back hits in Delhi Crime 3 and Maharani 4: 'Kuch toh ghatna ghat rahi hai' - Exclusive

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Huma Qureshi on delivering two back-to-back hits in Delhi Crime 3 and Maharani 4: 'Kuch toh ghatna ghat rahi hai' - Exclusive

Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi has two back-to-back releases, Maharani 4 and Delhi Crime 3, both trending at No. 1. In this exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, the actress opened up about the unparalleled love coming her way.

Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa welcome their first child, a baby girl on their fourth wedding anniversary

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Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa welcome their first child, a baby girl on their fourth wedding anniversary

Rajkummar and Patralekhaa have welcomed their first child a baby girl on November 15

'Salman Khan has launched many actors, but without him they won’t survive' - Viveck Vaswani - Exclusive

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'Salman Khan has launched many actors, but without him they won’t survive' - Viveck Vaswani - Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, filmmaker and educator Viveck Vaswani offers a sharp take on Bollywood’s nepotism debate.

Do you know Dharmendra's production house Vijayta Films was named after his daughter?

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Do you know Dharmendra's production house Vijayta Films was named after his daughter?

When Dharmendra founded Vijayta Films in the early 1980s, it wasn’t just another production banner it was an extension of his family and his vision for legacy. Named after his daughter Vijeta Deol, the production house launhced the next generation of Deols, introducing Sunny and Bobby Deol.

Exclusive | Saiyami Kher on Haiwaan: 'It is Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan's reunion after 17 years, I was watching them in awe'

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Exclusive | Saiyami Kher on Haiwaan: 'It is Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan's reunion after 17 years, I was watching them in awe'

Actor Saiyami Kher is working with superstars Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan in Priyadarshan’s upcoming action entertainer Haiwaan, marking the duo’s reunion after 17 years. In an exclusive chat, Saiyami told us how it felt to work with two stars she grew up watching, calling the experience “a big picnic”.

Dharmendra: Why the Sholay actor will always be people’s hero of Hindi cinema

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Dharmendra: Why the Sholay actor will always be people’s hero of Hindi cinema

Legendary actor Dharmendra, fondly known as the original He-Man of Indian cinema, passed away at 89 after battling age-related ailments. With a glorious career spanning six decades, he leaves behind an enduring legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable performances.

Exclusive - Bhavya Gandhi is not returning to Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, makers say 'our current Tapu is doing well'

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Exclusive - Bhavya Gandhi is not returning to Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, makers say 'our current Tapu is doing well'

In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, makers of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah dismissed the reports of Bhavya Gandhi returning to show as Tapu.

Saiyaara actress Aneet Padda to give her college final year exams in December, will start Shakti Shalini post that

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Saiyaara actress Aneet Padda to give her college final year exams in December, will start Shakti Shalini post that

Aneet Padda, who is riding high on the success of her latest movie Saiyaara, is set to give her college final year exams in December and January.

Exclusive - Mona Singh, Kunaal Roy Kapur on digital detox and family bonds in ‘Thode Door Thode Paas’, former says 'Sundays we keep our phones aside'

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Exclusive - Mona Singh, Kunaal Roy Kapur on digital detox and family bonds in ‘Thode Door Thode Paas’, former says 'Sundays we keep our phones aside'

Moneycontrol sat down with the show's lead actors - Mona Singh and Kunaal Roy Kapur in an exclusive video chat and asked them the reason behind them choosing this show and its relevance in today's digitally addicted world.

'After 3 Idiots, I was only offered sister roles, I said no to many: Mona Singh on how she avoided being typecast - Exclusive

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'After 3 Idiots, I was only offered sister roles, I said no to many: Mona Singh on how she avoided being typecast - Exclusive

In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, Mona Singh revealed she said no to many roles after the success of 3 Idiots. She is seen in Zee5's Thode Door Thode Paas.

Sonali Bendre: 'Icy could sense my immense pain, she slept on my legs every night during cancer recovery' - EXCLUSIVE

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Sonali Bendre: 'Icy could sense my immense pain, she slept on my legs every night during cancer recovery' - EXCLUSIVE

Sonali Bendre is returning with the second season of The Happy Pawdcast and in this exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, she spoke about how she found unexpected strength and comfort in her golden retriever, Icy Behl.

Exclusive - Saiyami Kher on film fraternity making it to the Wimbledon but MIA from Indian Women’s World Cup Finals: 'Wish the red carpet had reached DY Patil'

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Exclusive - Saiyami Kher on film fraternity making it to the Wimbledon but MIA from Indian Women’s World Cup Finals: 'Wish the red carpet had reached DY Patil'

In a recent interview with Moneycontrol, Bollywood actor Saiyami Kher recently lauded India’s women’s cricket team for their World Cup win while calling out Bollywood’s absence from the stands. She also spoke about Ghoomer’s special re-release as a tribute to the team’s historic victory.

Shah Rukh Khan's friend Viveck Vaswani on nepotism: 'When I could help Shah Rukh, why can’t he launch his own kids Suhana and Aryan?' - Exclusive

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Shah Rukh Khan's friend Viveck Vaswani on nepotism: 'When I could help Shah Rukh, why can’t he launch his own kids Suhana and Aryan?' - Exclusive

As the debate around nepotism continues to divide Bollywood, filmmaker and actor Viveck Vaswani — who played a pivotal role in shaping Shah Rukh Khan’s early career — has shared a refreshingly grounded take. For him, supporting SRK’s children, Aryan and Suhana Khan, isn’t about privilege, but about love, loyalty, and mentorship.

Ayushmann Khurrana to play new age Prem replacing Salman Khan in Sooraj Barjatya's next, says 'big shoes to fill' - Exclusive

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Ayushmann Khurrana to play new age Prem replacing Salman Khan in Sooraj Barjatya's next, says 'big shoes to fill' - Exclusive

For over three decades, Salman Khan immortalised the name Prem in Sooraj Barjatya’s timeless family dramas. Now, Ayushmann Khurrana is all set to carry that legacy forward onscreen. In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, the actor spoke about stepping into Salman’s iconic shoes,

Exclusive- Aditya Sarpotdar refutes reports of Pratibha Ranta replacing Sharvari in Maha Munjya, says 'there's no truth'

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Exclusive- Aditya Sarpotdar refutes reports of Pratibha Ranta replacing Sharvari in Maha Munjya, says 'there's no truth'

Director Aditya Sarpotdar has dismissed rumours of Sharvari being replaced in Maha Munjya, calling them “baseless.” He confirmed that Sharvari remains a central part of the film.

Shah Rukh Khan didn't want to do films he was happy doing serials, it was after his mother's death he decided: Viveck Vaswani on his friend - Exclusive

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Shah Rukh Khan didn't want to do films he was happy doing serials, it was after his mother's death he decided: Viveck Vaswani on his friend - Exclusive

As Shah Rukh Khan turns 60, his long-time friend and mentor Viveck Vaswani spoke about the actor's early days in an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol. He also talked about SRK's early days, struggles, and unstoppable rise. The man, who once gave SRK a home in Mumbai recalls how they built his career “one film at a time.”

Thamma director Aditya Sarpotdar on box office success: 'Every film must justify its budget, that’s the mantra I learnt from Marathi cinema'  - Exclusive

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Thamma director Aditya Sarpotdar on box office success: 'Every film must justify its budget, that’s the mantra I learnt from Marathi cinema' - Exclusive

Thamma director Aditya Sarpotdar has cemented his place in Hindi cinema’s evolving horror-comedy space with his two back-to back hits. In this exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, he spoke about Thamma’s Diwali success, the discipline of working within tight budgets, and how his Marathi film roots shaped his storytelling and business sense.

Exclusive Thamma's Ayushmann Khurrana on film's success: 'It will help me take more risks and the movie has all the triggers for a sequel'

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Exclusive Thamma's Ayushmann Khurrana on film's success: 'It will help me take more risks and the movie has all the triggers for a sequel'

After delivering his first Diwali blockbuster Thamma, Ayushmann Khurrana joins Moneycontrol for an exclusive interview to talk about the film’s Rs 100-crore success, his journey from unconventional roles to mainstream stardom, and how he continues to blend content with commercial cinema.

Do you remember Gangster actor Shiney Ahuja, he reportedly runs a business in the Philippines: Look back at his life after conviction in rape case

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Do you remember Gangster actor Shiney Ahuja, he reportedly runs a business in the Philippines: Look back at his life after conviction in rape case

Shiney Ahuja was once seen as one of Bollywood’s most promising actors who was on the cusp of stardom in the mid-2000s with back to back hits.

Exclusive: Producer Prerna Arora says Sonakshi Sinha was her first choice for ‘Jatadhara’, calls working with Akshay Kumar 'heaven'

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Exclusive: Producer Prerna Arora says Sonakshi Sinha was her first choice for ‘Jatadhara’, calls working with Akshay Kumar 'heaven'

Producer Prerna Arora, known for films like Rustom, Toilet: Ek Prem Katha and Padman, returns to the spotlight with Jatadhara. It also makes Sonakshi Sinha’s Telugu debut. In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, Prerna opens up about her powerful comeback, the soul of Jatadhara, her admiration for Sonakshi’s performance.

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