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Bigg Boss 19: Who is Gaurav Khanna’s wife, Akanksha Chamola; read to know

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Bigg Boss 19: Who is Gaurav Khanna’s wife, Akanksha Chamola; read to know

Bigg Boss 19 contestant Gaurav Khanna is attracting interest for his composed demeanour and tactical gameplay, leading viewers to wonder about his private life, particularly his marriage to Akanksha Chamola. Here are some interesting facts about her.

Bigg Boss 19: Mridul Tiwari reacts to Gaurav Khanna being called ‘fake’; says, ‘Never performed solely for the sake of…’

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Bigg Boss 19: Mridul Tiwari reacts to Gaurav Khanna being called ‘fake’; says, ‘Never performed solely for the sake of…’

While there have been many discussions if Gaurav Khanna is calm and composed or aggressive as he is seen now, Mridul Tiwari, who has been eliminated from the show, shares if Gaurav is genuine or not.

Bigg Boss 19: Tanya Mittal’s sibling, Farrhana Bhatt's mother and more relatives to enter the show in the family week - Check out the complete list

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Bigg Boss 19: Tanya Mittal’s sibling, Farrhana Bhatt's mother and more relatives to enter the show in the family week - Check out the complete list

The channel and production house are preparing for Bigg Boss 19 Family Week, where family members will have a crucial influence on which contestant earns a place in the Ticket to Finale task.

Bigg Boss 19 contestant Mridul Tiwari gets a grand welcome as he returns to his hometown; gets showered with flower petals by fans

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Bigg Boss 19 contestant Mridul Tiwari gets a grand welcome as he returns to his hometown; gets showered with flower petals by fans

In the viral footage, Mridul is observed smiling and engaging with admirers. He donned multiple garlands and exchanged handshakes with fans as they called out his name.

Bigg Boss 19: Abhishek Bajaj, Awez Darbar and Nagma Mirajkar take a jibe at the eviction process; hint at the eliminations being ‘well planned’

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Bigg Boss 19: Abhishek Bajaj, Awez Darbar and Nagma Mirajkar take a jibe at the eviction process; hint at the eliminations being ‘well planned’

Abhishek, Awez and Nagma talked about their eviction experience and the trend of cancelled eliminations in Bigg Boss 19.

Pati Patni and Panga finale: Rubina Dilaik and Abhinav Shukla’s best moments from the reality show

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Pati Patni and Panga finale: Rubina Dilaik and Abhinav Shukla’s best moments from the reality show

Rubina Dilaik and Abhinav Shukla's journey on Pati Patni Aur Panga was marked by their emotional candour and playful chemistry. As they won the coveted trophy, we list down their best moments from the show.

Tejasswi Prakash, Karan Kundrra to get married in 2026? Bharti Singh reveals details…

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Tejasswi Prakash, Karan Kundrra to get married in 2026? Bharti Singh reveals details…

Tejasswi Prakash was on the latest guests on Bharti Singh's podcast and the Naagin actress disclosed that Karan Kundrra had first made a proposal to her right after Bigg Boss 15 concluded.

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Tulsi and Mihir’s growing distance disappoints fans; say, ‘Mihir does not know how to respect…’

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Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Tulsi and Mihir’s growing distance disappoints fans; say, ‘Mihir does not know how to respect…’

In a newly launched promo of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahut Thi, Tulsi appears notably distressed because of her deteriorating relationship with her husband, Mihir. Netizens are concerned about the growing conflict between the two and want to see them patch things up before their marriage falls apart.

Bigg Boss 19: Mridul Tiwari opens up on his eviction being “orchestrated”

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Bigg Boss 19: Mridul Tiwari opens up on his eviction being “orchestrated”

Mridul notes that specific incidents in the Bigg Boss 19 house were presented in a manner that portrayed him unfavourably, causing the audience to perceive only one perspective of the narrative.

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Mihir’s intimate ‘drunk scene’ with Noina gets leaked; netizens call it ‘disgusting’

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Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Mihir’s intimate ‘drunk scene’ with Noina gets leaked; netizens call it ‘disgusting’

The leaked footage of Mihir’s drunk scene with Noina shows Mihir seemingly under the influence, embracing Noina. The circulated image has astonished and disturbed viewers, with numerous people asserting that the upcoming season deviates significantly from the essence of the original.

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Mihir holds Tulsi responsible for Angad and Vrinda’s marriage; will their relationship hit the rocks?

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Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Mihir holds Tulsi responsible for Angad and Vrinda’s marriage; will their relationship hit the rocks?

In the forthcoming episodes of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, it appears that Tulsi's marriage to Mihir is close to complete failure.

Ankita Lokhande celebrates Cinestars Ki Khoj's 20th anniv, shares pics with Shraddha Arya and others from their 6-year-old reunion pictures

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Ankita Lokhande celebrates Cinestars Ki Khoj's 20th anniv, shares pics with Shraddha Arya and others from their 6-year-old reunion pictures

India's Best Cinestars Ki Khoj was a talent hunt reality show designed to find fresh acting talent for the Indian entertainment industry. Several participants from the show went on to establish careers in television and film such as Ankita Lokhande, Sharad Malhotra, and Divyanka Tripathi Dahiya, among others.

Bigg Boss 19: Rohit Shetty exposes Tanya Mittal’s reality; calls her a ‘liar’ (Watch Video)

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Bigg Boss 19: Rohit Shetty exposes Tanya Mittal’s reality; calls her a ‘liar’ (Watch Video)

Rohit Shetty approached Tanya Mittal, introduced himself, and asked her what she would have chosen in the captaincy task – 30 per cent ration or captaincy – to which Tanya asserted that she would go for the ration. 

Bigg Boss 19: Malti Chahar gets referred to as a ‘lesbian’ by Kunickaa Sadanand; netizens spark outrage (Watch Video)

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Bigg Boss 19: Malti Chahar gets referred to as a ‘lesbian’ by Kunickaa Sadanand; netizens spark outrage (Watch Video)

Kunickaa Sadanand was spotted conversing with Tanya Mittal in the bedroom during the latest episode of Bigg Boss 19. She informed Tanya Mittal that she believed Malti Chahar was "lesbian". As Tanya enquired about it, Kunickaa quietly mentioned that she could see Malti's actions within the house.

Bigg Boss 19: Ashnoor Kaur opens up on her mother’s sacrifices to support her career; says, ‘All I am is because of her…’

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Bigg Boss 19: Ashnoor Kaur opens up on her mother’s sacrifices to support her career; says, ‘All I am is because of her…’

Ashnoor conveyed profound appreciation for her mother's steadfast support, recognising that without it, she wouldn't have achieved her present success. Looking back on her journey, Ashnoor highlighted the significance of her mother's influence.

Pati Patni Aur Panga Finale: When and where to watch the Munawar Faruqui - Sonali Bendre show on TV

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Pati Patni Aur Panga Finale: When and where to watch the Munawar Faruqui - Sonali Bendre show on TV

Rubina Dilaik and Abhinav Shukla, Hina Khan and Rocky Jaiswal, Avika Gor and Milind Chandwani, Debina Bonnerjee and Gurmeet Choudhary, Mamta Lehri and Sudesh Lehri, Geeta Phogat and Pawan Kumar, along with Swara Bhasker and Fahad Ahmed will compete in the finale for the Pati Patni Aur Panga trophy. 

Bigg Boss 19: Rohit Shetty takes over the Weekend Ka Vaar episode with the team of Pati Patni Aur Panga; schools Amaal Mallik with his tantrums of quitting, calling the show ‘biased’.

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Bigg Boss 19: Rohit Shetty takes over the Weekend Ka Vaar episode with the team of Pati Patni Aur Panga; schools Amaal Mallik with his tantrums of quitting, calling the show ‘biased’.

Rohit Shetty allegedly commended Gaurav Khanna for his conduct despite missing out on his captaincy. The filmmaker reportedly taught Badesha and Amaal Mallik a lesson for their accusations against Bigg Boss.

Priyank Sharma’s ex-girlfriend Divya Agarwal shares heartfelt condolences on the demise of his father

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Priyank Sharma’s ex-girlfriend Divya Agarwal shares heartfelt condolences on the demise of his father

Priyank Sharma recently faced the demise of his father at the age of 59. Many other celebrities offered condolences,Kishwer Merchantt, Rashai Desai and Abhishek Nigam, among others. One of them was Divya Agarwal, Priyank’s ex-girlfriend.

Pati Patni Aur Panga finale: Bharti Singh brings a hilarious aaloo paratha cook-off challenge

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Pati Patni Aur Panga finale: Bharti Singh brings a hilarious aaloo paratha cook-off challenge

Bharti challenges the jodis - Rubina and Abhinav, Swara and Fahad, Geeta and Pawan, Gurmeet and Debina to create the ideal aloo ka paratha. The difficulty lies in achieving the correct shape, flawless taste, and solid teamwork, all while enduring unexpected electric shocks in the process.

Bigg Boss 19: Malti Chahar and Amaal Mallik get into an intense fight; Pranit More questions their relationship

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Bigg Boss 19: Malti Chahar and Amaal Mallik get into an intense fight; Pranit More questions their relationship

Amaal and Malti were witnessed in a tense discussion, with the music composer giving her a taste of her own medicine. Pranit More went on to justify Amaal’s actions and say that she too hurls taunts. 

Bigg Boss 19: Gaurav Khanna’s strategic move attracts criticism from ex-contestant Kishwer Merchantt; says, ‘Paisa dekar aya hai…’

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Bigg Boss 19: Gaurav Khanna’s strategic move attracts criticism from ex-contestant Kishwer Merchantt; says, ‘Paisa dekar aya hai…’

When the Anupamaa actor was named the new captain of Bigg Boss 19, the other contestants voiced their discontent about him giving up the '30 per cent ration'. Amaal Malik and Shehbaz Gill attempted to mock the TV star for his decision. Kishwer indirectly hints that the show is.

Malti Chahar, sister of Deepak Chahar’s boldest statements on Bigg Boss 19

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Malti Chahar, sister of Deepak Chahar’s boldest statements on Bigg Boss 19

Malti Chahar, a wildcard contestant in Bigg Boss 19, made several controversial and bold statements that created significant drama in the house. She is the sister of cricketer Deepak Chahar, and ever since her entry, she has made some shocking statements. 

Netflix drops trailer for Dining with the Kapoors: Kareena Kapoor, Ranbir Kapoor, and Karisma Kapoor join the family table for food, laughter, and memories

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Netflix drops trailer for Dining with the Kapoors: Kareena Kapoor, Ranbir Kapoor, and Karisma Kapoor join the family table for food, laughter, and memories

Netflix has dropped the trailer for Dining with the Kapoors, offering a delightful glimpse into Bollywood’s most iconic family. From playful banter to heartfelt moments, it promises laughter, nostalgia, and behind-the-scenes warmth.

Bhavya Gandhi sheds light on his engagement with Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah co-actress Munmun Dutta

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Bhavya Gandhi sheds light on his engagement with Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah co-actress Munmun Dutta

Bhavya Gandhi became part of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah in 2008 and rapidly gained fame for portraying Tappu. His sincerity and talent in acting captured the affection of viewers throughout India. Munmun Dutta plays the role of Babita on the show. 

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