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Exclusive - 'After Baazigar and Tirangaa, I was being offered 2 minute roles; was jobless: Daboo Malik

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Exclusive - 'After Baazigar and Tirangaa, I was being offered 2 minute roles; was jobless: Daboo Malik

Daboo Malik, who has unveiled his book 'Never Too Late: A Daboo Malik Odyssey', spoke about his decision to step away from the world of acting and find his space in music.

Exclusive - Urvashi Rautela becomes first Indian female artist to perform in Jeddah, charging Rs 7 Cr: 'It feels like a divine reward for years of dedication'

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Exclusive - Urvashi Rautela becomes first Indian female artist to perform in Jeddah, charging Rs 7 Cr: 'It feels like a divine reward for years of dedication'

In an exclusive chat with Moneycontrol, Urvashi Rautela spoke about the overwhelming love she received in Saudi Arabia, getting paid Rs 7 cr for his performance.

Special Ops 2 changed the game for me: Vikkas Manaktala on breaking his TV image - Exclusive

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Special Ops 2 changed the game for me: Vikkas Manaktala on breaking his TV image - Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, former Tv actor Vikkas Manaktala says with Special Ops 2 he has found a fresh new footing on OTT.

'Amaal shouldn’t have said that, it wasn’t necessary': Dabboo Malik on son's remarks against Anu Malik - Exclusive

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'Amaal shouldn’t have said that, it wasn’t necessary': Dabboo Malik on son's remarks against Anu Malik - Exclusive

Veteran music composer Daboo Malik, who launched his first book, 'Never Too Late: A Daboo Malik Odyssey,' on Thursday (July 24), spoke exclusively with Moneycontrol about his son Amaal Malik's comments against uncle Anu Malik.

Explained - How ‘Tadpaoge Tadpa Lo,’ song became a Reels sensation 70 years later and why now?

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Explained - How ‘Tadpaoge Tadpa Lo,’ song became a Reels sensation 70 years later and why now?

'Tadpaoge Tadpa Lo' from a 1959 Hindi film is suddenly the soundtrack to hundreds of Instagram reels nowadays.

Explained: Why 'Saiyaara' is winning hearts, how a newcomer-led film became 2025's surprise hit

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Explained: Why 'Saiyaara' is winning hearts, how a newcomer-led film became 2025's surprise hit

Saiyaara, which marks the debut of Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, was released with modest expectations. But what followed was an organic wave of appreciation.

'I was nervous to meet Salman Khan while shooting for Bajrangi Bhaijaan, says Khushaal Pawaar aka Kamil

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'I was nervous to meet Salman Khan while shooting for Bajrangi Bhaijaan, says Khushaal Pawaar aka Kamil

In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, actor Khushaal Pawaar opened up about his unforgettable experience working with Salman Khan in Bajrangi Bhaijaan.

Exclusive - Manushi Chhillar says Beauty Queens are considered for glam roles, 'I don’t think I was the natural choice for Maalik'

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Exclusive - Manushi Chhillar says Beauty Queens are considered for glam roles, 'I don’t think I was the natural choice for Maalik'

In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, Manushi Chhillar said that former beauty queens are mostly offered glam roles and that she was tested for the role of Shalini in Maalik.

Exclusive - 'I was scared of him': Kanwaljit Singh recalls working with Amitabh Bachchan in 'Satte Pe Satta'

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Exclusive - 'I was scared of him': Kanwaljit Singh recalls working with Amitabh Bachchan in 'Satte Pe Satta'

In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, veteran actor Kanwaljit Singh recalls his experience working alongside Amitabh Bachchan in the 1982 cult classic Satte Pe Satta.

Exclusive - Ram Kapoor on early days in showbiz: 'I lived off Gautami’s income for a whole year''

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Exclusive - Ram Kapoor on early days in showbiz: 'I lived off Gautami’s income for a whole year''

In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol recently, Ram Kapoor spoke about the difficult early years of his profession and how Gautami's work helped him remain afloat at a particularly trying time.

'I didn't even use my full name at auditions': Mistry's Shikha Talsania on nepotism debate and being Tiku Talsania's daughter - EXCLUSIVE

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'I didn't even use my full name at auditions': Mistry's Shikha Talsania on nepotism debate and being Tiku Talsania's daughter - EXCLUSIVE

In a candid interview with Moneycontrol, actor Shikha Talsania opens up about carving her own path in the industry, far away from the shadows of her iconic father, Tiku Talsania.

Mistry actress Shikha Talsania supports Deepika Padukone's 8-hour shift request - 'I think it's absolutely fine, she’s a new mom'

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Mistry actress Shikha Talsania supports Deepika Padukone's 8-hour shift request - 'I think it's absolutely fine, she’s a new mom'

In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, Shikha Talsania, who is earning praises for her role in Mistry, came out in support of Deepika Padukone's eight hour shift demand.

Exclusive - Taarak Mehta's Asit Kumar Modi on delay in Dayaben’s return: 'Replacing Disha Vakani is difficult'

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Exclusive - Taarak Mehta's Asit Kumar Modi on delay in Dayaben’s return: 'Replacing Disha Vakani is difficult'

In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashamh's creator and producer, Asit Kumar Modi, finally spoke about the long-anticipated comeback of Dayaben aka Disha Wakani.

Ram Kapoor on controversy with Ektaa Kapoor over kiss scene in 'Bade Achhe Lagte Hain': 'Nobody in the industry has done what she did...' - Exclusive

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Ram Kapoor on controversy with Ektaa Kapoor over kiss scene in 'Bade Achhe Lagte Hain': 'Nobody in the industry has done what she did...' - Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, Ram Kapoor spoke about the entire controversy over his kiss scene in Bade Achhe Lagt Hain and his fallout with Ektaa Kapoor.

Ram Kapoor says had no work for three years, lost out on big OTT shows: 'A Suitable Boy helped me shatter my TV image' - Exclusive

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Ram Kapoor says had no work for three years, lost out on big OTT shows: 'A Suitable Boy helped me shatter my TV image' - Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, Ram Kapoor revealed that he was  without work for over three years after leaving television.

Exclusive - Ram Kapoor thanks audience for loving Mistry despite the controversy: 'I was enjoying the luxury of being a brat...'

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Exclusive - Ram Kapoor thanks audience for loving Mistry despite the controversy: 'I was enjoying the luxury of being a brat...'

In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, Ram Kapoor spoke about his controversy ahead of Mistry and accepted that he was bwing arrogant in the past.

Asit Kumar Modi refutes rumours of Dilip Joshi, Munmun Dutta quitting Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, says "Aise koi baat nahi hai"- Exclusive

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Asit Kumar Modi refutes rumours of Dilip Joshi, Munmun Dutta quitting Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, says "Aise koi baat nahi hai"- Exclusive

Showrunner Asit Kumar Modi dismissed rumours about Dilip Joshi and Munmun Dutta quitting Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. He urged fans to stay positive and avoid spreading misinformation online.

Diljit Dosanjh not getting replaced in Border 2 amid Sardaar Ji 3 controversy: Sources - Exclusive

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Diljit Dosanjh not getting replaced in Border 2 amid Sardaar Ji 3 controversy: Sources - Exclusive

Diljit Dosanjh is going to be a part of Border 2, sources close to the movie told Moneycontrol.

Exclusive - Kriti Kharbanda recalls being ousted from a big movie once: 'I was replaced after signing the film'

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Exclusive - Kriti Kharbanda recalls being ousted from a big movie once: 'I was replaced after signing the film'

In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, Kriti Kharbanda looked back at her 16-year-long journey in the industry and how she was ousted from a big movie despite having signed for the project.

Kannappa director Mukesh Kumar Singh says Bollywood never noticed him, 'but Telugu cinema did'  - EXCLUSIVE

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Kannappa director Mukesh Kumar Singh says Bollywood never noticed him, 'but Telugu cinema did' - EXCLUSIVE

Kannappa director Mukesh Kumar Singh talks about working with Prabhas, Akshay Kumar, and his Pan-India directorial debut, says 'the story of Kannappa is enough to give you goosebumps.'

Exclusive -  'Rekha was always in my mind for Umrao Jaan: Muzaffar Ali

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Exclusive - 'Rekha was always in my mind for Umrao Jaan: Muzaffar Ali

In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, Umrao Jaan director Muzaffar Ali said: "From the moment the character started taking form in my head, I started looking around. And I felt maybe only Rekha's image, felt she could only do it."

Exclusive - Special Ops' Karan Tacker says not opposed to working long hours: 'I've never really had qualms about it'

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Exclusive - Special Ops' Karan Tacker says not opposed to working long hours: 'I've never really had qualms about it'

Actor Karan Tacker, who will be seen in Special Ops 2, revealed why he has no difficulty working 18 hours a day if that is what is needed for the project at that time.

'I wasn’t intimidated by Rana Daggubati and Venkatesh,' says Rana Naidu 2's Kriti Kharbanda | Exclusive

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'I wasn’t intimidated by Rana Daggubati and Venkatesh,' says Rana Naidu 2's Kriti Kharbanda | Exclusive

In an exclusive chat with Moneycontrol, Kriti Kharbanda opened up about playing a strong role of Alia Oberoi in Rana Naidu 2. Kriti says she wasn't intimidated by Southern superstars Rana Daggubati and Venkatesh.

Exclusive - Muzaffar Ali on Aishwarya Rai starrer remake of Umrao Jaan: 'Some classics should never be touched'

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Exclusive - Muzaffar Ali on Aishwarya Rai starrer remake of Umrao Jaan: 'Some classics should never be touched'

In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, Umrao Jaan director Muzaffar Ali was very forthright in his assessment of the 2006 remake, which featured Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan.

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