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Bigg Boss 19: Hina Khan hints at the reality show being rigged; says, ‘It has lost its charm…’

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Bigg Boss 19: Hina Khan hints at the reality show being rigged; says, ‘It has lost its charm…’

While there have been a lot of discussions with fans rooting for their favourite contestants, Hina Khan, the well-known TV actress who placed first runner-up in Bigg Boss Season 11, expressed doubts about the nomination process's openness.

Bigg Boss 19: Neelam Giri ends friendship with Tanya Mittal; housemates slam the latter

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Bigg Boss 19: Neelam Giri ends friendship with Tanya Mittal; housemates slam the latter

Neelam confronts Tanya about her actions and calls her "dogli" (two-faced) in the episode teaser, which causes an emotional outburst involving other housemates. Amaal Mallik, Baseer Ali and others jump to Neelam’s rescue. 

Smriti Irani on Bill Gates’ special appearance in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: 'He has never appeared in fictitious setting on any media platform'

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Smriti Irani on Bill Gates’ special appearance in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: 'He has never appeared in fictitious setting on any media platform'

Given that this season of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 addresses a number of societal and women's concerns, Smriti Irani views Bill Gates' appearance on the show as a logical next step.

Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai actor Rohit Purohit celebrates his first Diwali as a father; shares pictures with his son and wife Sheena Bajaj

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Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai actor Rohit Purohit celebrates his first Diwali as a father; shares pictures with his son and wife Sheena Bajaj

With the festival of Diwali being celebrated by various celebrities along with many commoners, Rohit and Sheena shared pictures of their baby boy and mentioned how elated he is to celebrate his first Diwali as a father.

Shoaib Ibrahim, Dipika Kakar, Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain celebrate Diwali with their family, see pics 

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Shoaib Ibrahim, Dipika Kakar, Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain celebrate Diwali with their family, see pics 

Shoaib Ibrahim and Dipika Kakar celebrate Diwali with their family and so did Ankita Lokhande who was at her in laws home with husbnd Vicky Jain for the Festival of Lights.

Bigg Boss 19: Nehal Chudasma accused of trying to fake a love angle with Baseer Ali

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Bigg Boss 19: Nehal Chudasma accused of trying to fake a love angle with Baseer Ali

When the makers showed her brother's video, Abhishek said that Nehal was crying and requesting a ‘single shot’. Ashnoor concurred with him, claiming to have seen the same event multiple times.

Indian Idol 16: Contestant Manav reveals not taking formal training; says, ‘Learnt singing through the show’

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Indian Idol 16: Contestant Manav reveals not taking formal training; says, ‘Learnt singing through the show’

One of the  contestants on Indian Idol this season, Manav, shared how he learnt to sing during the auditions. Manav talked about how he watched Indian Idol to learn how to sing.

Rise and Fall: Arjun Bijlani opens up on his major fight with Akriti Negi; says, ‘I hope she does not make the same mistakes…’

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Rise and Fall: Arjun Bijlani opens up on his major fight with Akriti Negi; says, ‘I hope she does not make the same mistakes…’

Arjun spoke about his fight with Akriti Negi and also that he initially thought there was a miscommunication but later learnt that Aditya Narayan had betrayed him. Read on to know more…

Alice Kaushik and Eisha Singh to play cameo roles in Naagin 7: Reports

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Alice Kaushik and Eisha Singh to play cameo roles in Naagin 7: Reports

Alice and Eisha would both make significant cameo appearances in Naagin 7, as per latest reports. 

Bigg Boss 19: Mridul Tiwari’s brother warns Malti Chahar for her remarks; says, ‘Is your brother a gangster?’

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Bigg Boss 19: Mridul Tiwari’s brother warns Malti Chahar for her remarks; says, ‘Is your brother a gangster?’

Malti Chahar spoke about how if Mridul met her brother and cricketer Deepak Chahar outside the house, he would not spare him and that he would be taught a lesson that he will remember for a lifetime. 

Diwali 2025: Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain throw a grand bash; Isha Malviya, Nia Sharma, Aly Goni and others attend

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Diwali 2025: Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain throw a grand bash; Isha Malviya, Nia Sharma, Aly Goni and others attend

Celebrities attended Ankita and Vicky’s Diwali bash in their most fashionable ethnic attire, adding to the evening's sparkle, laughter, and festive warmth, making it an absolutely unforgettable occasion.

Kahaani Ghar Ghar Ki: Ekta Kapoor gets emotional as the Sakshi Tanwar starrer show completes 25 years

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Kahaani Ghar Ghar Ki: Ekta Kapoor gets emotional as the Sakshi Tanwar starrer show completes 25 years

Kahaani Ghar Ghar Ki, which starred Sakshi Tanwar as Parvati Agarwal and Kiran Karmakar as Om Agarwal, explored the intricacies of Indian relationships, family life, and traditional beliefs. The show recently completed 25 years.

Bigg Boss’ narrator Vijay Vikram Singh reveals his earnings from the top-rated reality show

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Bigg Boss’ narrator Vijay Vikram Singh reveals his earnings from the top-rated reality show

Since Season 4 of Bigg Boss in 2010, Vijay Vikram Singh has been a part of the show. Being the Bigg Boss narrator is more than just a profession for him; it's a defining aspect of his career. He attributes his rise to prominence as one of India's most well-known voice actors to the show.

TRP Report: Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 bounces back at number 2; Anupamaa continues to rule the charts

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TRP Report: Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 bounces back at number 2; Anupamaa continues to rule the charts

There has been a tough competition with many shows riding high on drama. Here is the list of the top shows that managed to keep the audience engrossed the entire week. 

Pankaj Dheer death: The Mahabharat actor’s times spent with his granddaughter resurface on the internet, and they are sure to make you emotional

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Pankaj Dheer death: The Mahabharat actor’s times spent with his granddaughter resurface on the internet, and they are sure to make you emotional

At the age of 68, the seasoned actor passed away on October 15, 2025. The news, which has shocked and saddened his family, friends, and fans around the world, was confirmed by his friend and colleague Amit Behl. Pankaj was undergoing medical care after being ill for a while.

Tejasswi Prakash takes jibe at Anusha Dandekar in her birthday post for Karan Kundrra; says, ‘The only right swipe he does now’

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Tejasswi Prakash takes jibe at Anusha Dandekar in her birthday post for Karan Kundrra; says, ‘The only right swipe he does now’

In a podcast, reality show star Anusha said that her ex-boyfriend had cheated on her using a dating app. Tejasswi's lighthearted reference to ‘right swipe’ in her post appears to be a clear reference to the issue.

Bigg Boss 19: Malti Chahar humiliates Nehal Chudasma, says ‘Next time kapde pehenke…’

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Bigg Boss 19: Malti Chahar humiliates Nehal Chudasma, says ‘Next time kapde pehenke…’

Nehal Chudasama and Malti are seen arguing angrily in the new promo, with the former making remarks about her attire, which infuriates the other contestants, particularly Kunickaa Sadanand.

Chhoriyan Chali Gaon: Krishna Shroff reunites with co-stars Rameet Sandhu, Anjum Faikh and others

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Chhoriyan Chali Gaon: Krishna Shroff reunites with co-stars Rameet Sandhu, Anjum Faikh and others

Despite coming from quite diverse backgrounds, Erika, Anjum, Rameet, and Krishna were able to find common ground in their humor, strength, and refusal to let anyone make them less of who they were. They recently had a reunion.

Jennifer Winget to join Mohsin Khan for the romantic thriller Beyhadh 3: Report

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Jennifer Winget to join Mohsin Khan for the romantic thriller Beyhadh 3: Report

Beyhadh managed to garner immense praise and appreciation for its engaging drama and crisp storyline. While the two seasons of the show have been loved by the audience, Jennifer is touted to be back in season 3 of the show. Mohsin Khan will apparently be seen opposite her. 

Bigg Boss 19: Farrhana Bhatt and Amaal Mallik get into a heated debate; the latter tells him to ‘get lost’

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Bigg Boss 19: Farrhana Bhatt and Amaal Mallik get into a heated debate; the latter tells him to ‘get lost’

Farrhana Bhatt is shown in a recent social media video forgetting to wash one plate while doing her dishwashing chore. "Don't forget things; just finish what you start," says Amaal Mallik. Farrhana, however, takes offense at his remark. 

Bigg Boss 19: Zeishan Quadri makes a big statement about Tanya Mittal; calls her ‘selfish’

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Bigg Boss 19: Zeishan Quadri makes a big statement about Tanya Mittal; calls her ‘selfish’

Zeishan shared that Tanya Mittal does not care about others getting nominated and that she is selfish. He also mentioned her making a huge issue about Malti Chahar throwing her in the pool. Read on to know more…

Bigg Boss 19: Zeishan Quadri opens up on the reality of Tanya Mittal’s extravagant lifestyle

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Bigg Boss 19: Zeishan Quadri opens up on the reality of Tanya Mittal’s extravagant lifestyle

The internet is rife with Tanya Mittal's claims about her extravagant lifestyle, which include having 150 bodyguards and traveling to Dubai merely to eat baklava. Zeishan opened up about his views on the same 

Gauahar Khan slams Amaal Mallik for charging at Abhishek Bajaj; says, ‘How dare one touch someone’s face?’

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Gauahar Khan slams Amaal Mallik for charging at Abhishek Bajaj; says, ‘How dare one touch someone’s face?’

Singer-composer Amaal Mallik touched actor Abhishek Bajaj's face in Bigg Boss 19. Both competitors and spectators were stunned by the incident, which immediately led to a violent argument. Gauahar Khan, a former Bigg Boss winner, voiced her indignation and denounced Amaal's behavior as offensive and aggressive.

Bigg Boss 19: Jamie Lever gets flak for joking about Tanya Mittal’s mental health

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Bigg Boss 19: Jamie Lever gets flak for joking about Tanya Mittal’s mental health

After making a comment that many people felt was offensive and insensitive to mental health, Jamie, who had come as a guest to roast contestants, faced criticism. The comment, according to viewers, went too far and straddled the boundary between humor and personal assault.

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