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When Rekha allegedly revealed she became a vegetarian because of Amitabh Bachchan, "I stopped living dangerously..."

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When Rekha allegedly revealed she became a vegetarian because of Amitabh Bachchan, "I stopped living dangerously..."

Rekha turned a year older on October 10, but her real transformation began in 1976. In her early twenties, she chose discipline, self-mastery, and reinvention, shifting from carefree starlet to one of Bollywood’s most refined and enigmatic icons.

Amitabh Bachchan buys three plots worth Rs 6.6 Crore in Alibaug from house of Abhinandan Lodha

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Amitabh Bachchan buys three plots worth Rs 6.6 Crore in Alibaug from house of Abhinandan Lodha

Amitabh Bachchan has expanded his real estate investments by purchasing three adjoining plots worth Rs 6.6 crore in Alibaug’s luxury project ‘A Alibaug Phase-2,’ developed by the House of Abhinandan Lodha.

Sajid Khan to launch Govinda’s son Yashvardhan in romantic comedy: Report

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Sajid Khan to launch Govinda’s son Yashvardhan in romantic comedy: Report

Filmmaker Sajid Khan is reportedly making a comeback after seven years with a romantic comedy under discussion with Zee Studios, starring Govinda’s son Yashvardhan Ahuja alongside Laapataa Ladies star Nitanshi Goel and South Indian actress Krithi Shetty in pivotal roles.

Suniel Shetty moves Bombay High Court against misuse of his and granddaughter Evaraah’s pics online

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Suniel Shetty moves Bombay High Court against misuse of his and granddaughter Evaraah’s pics online

Actor Suniel Shetty has approached the Bombay High Court seeking protection of his personality rights after discovering that several websites and social media pages were using his and his granddaughter Evaraah’s photos without consent for misleading commercial promotions and advertisements.

Zubeen Garg death probe: SIT arrests two personal security officers over suspicious Rs 1 crore transaction

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Zubeen Garg death probe: SIT arrests two personal security officers over suspicious Rs 1 crore transaction

In a major breakthrough in the Zubeen Garg death probe, Assam Police’s SIT arrested two of the late singer’s personal security officers after detecting suspicious financial transactions worth over Rs 1 crore in their accounts, intensifying scrutiny around the case.

Deepika Padukone calls film industry 'very disorganised', says ‘a lot of male superstars have been working for 8 hours for years’

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Deepika Padukone calls film industry 'very disorganised', says ‘a lot of male superstars have been working for 8 hours for years’

Deepika Padukone broke her silence on leaving Spirit and Kalki 2898 AD, clarifying rumours that her eight-hour work limit post-motherhood led to disagreements with the makers and her eventual exit.

Kantara Chapter 1 storms box office, Rishab Shetty starrer crosses Rs 500 crore worldwide

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Kantara Chapter 1 storms box office, Rishab Shetty starrer crosses Rs 500 crore worldwide

Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 has crossed Rs 500 crore globally, earning Rs 509.25 crore within a week of release, marking one of India’s biggest box office triumphs of 2025.

Who is Mahieka Sharma? Know everything about Hardik Pandya's 24-year-old rumoured girlfriend and model

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Who is Mahieka Sharma? Know everything about Hardik Pandya's 24-year-old rumoured girlfriend and model

Hardik Pandya grabbed headlines again, this time for his personal life. The cricketer was seen at Mumbai airport with model Mahieka Sharma, marking their first public appearance together and igniting widespread speculation about a possible romance between the two.

Hardik Pandya makes first public appearance with rumoured girlfriend Mahieka Sharma, tells paps "bhai log side mein ho jao"

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Hardik Pandya makes first public appearance with rumoured girlfriend Mahieka Sharma, tells paps "bhai log side mein ho jao"

Love rumours are buzzing again around Hardik Pandya after he was spotted at Mumbai airport with model-actress Mahieka Sharma. Their first public appearance together has set social media abuzz, with fans speculating about a possible new chapter in the cricketer’s life.

Rashami Desai's ex-husband Nandish Sandhu gets engaged to Kavita Banerjee

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Rashami Desai's ex-husband Nandish Sandhu gets engaged to Kavita Banerjee

Television actor Nandish Sandhu, widely known for his role in Uttaran, has shared the happy news of his engagement to his girlfriend, Kavita Banerjee.

When Amitabh Bachchan lifted Jaya Bachchan in his arms on stage, fans say "It was the last time when she smiled"

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When Amitabh Bachchan lifted Jaya Bachchan in his arms on stage, fans say "It was the last time when she smiled"

A rare 1980s video of Amitabh Bachchan singing live has gone viral, showing Jaya Bachchan joining him mid-performance. What followed, a playful, heartwarming moment between the couple, has reignited fans’ love for their timeless chemistry and the golden era of Hindi cinema.

Kareena Kapoor turns heads in bold Sabyasachi animal-print saree at Delhi event

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Kareena Kapoor turns heads in bold Sabyasachi animal-print saree at Delhi event

Kareena Kapoor stunned in a Sabyasachi animal-print saree with a statement jacket from the designer’s Resort 2015 collection, blending bold glamour with timeless elegance and effortless confidence at a Delhi event.

Varinder Singh Ghuman, Punjabi actor, bodybuilder dies of heart attack at 47 in Amritsar

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Varinder Singh Ghuman, Punjabi actor, bodybuilder dies of heart attack at 47 in Amritsar

Punjabi actor and celebrated bodybuilder Varinder Singh Ghuman died of a heart attack in Amritsar. The 47-year-old was at Fortis Hospital for a minor bicep surgery when he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest and passed away unexpectedly.

Mohanlal finally announces Vrushabha release date, shares new poster

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Mohanlal finally announces Vrushabha release date, shares new poster

Mohanlal has announced that his highly anticipated action-adventure film Vrushabha will release on November 6, marking his return to the big screen with an intense mythological drama.

Dude trailer: Pradeep Ranganathan returns with a heartfelt story of love and self-discovery

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Dude trailer: Pradeep Ranganathan returns with a heartfelt story of love and self-discovery

Pradeep Ranganathan returns with Dude, a lighthearted yet emotional tale of love and self-discovery. Playing Agan, he explores loneliness, rejection, and the journey of finding meaning beyond singlehood.

Paramjeet Kaur: The 19-year-old rapper from Punjab's village is winning hearts, even Sushmita Sen is a fan

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Paramjeet Kaur: The 19-year-old rapper from Punjab's village is winning hearts, even Sushmita Sen is a fan

Meet 19-year-old Paramjeet Kaur, the village girl from Punjab turning grit into rhythm. Born with hearing in one ear, she found her voice in fearless rap, proving that talent doesn’t need privilege—just raw courage and relentless determination.

Rajiv Thakur says 'even YRF's backing couldn't make Uday Chopra a star'

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Rajiv Thakur says 'even YRF's backing couldn't make Uday Chopra a star'

Comedian Rajiv Thakur (from The Kapil Sharma Show) used Uday Chopra's career in a chat with Hindi Rush to make a point about success. Thakur argued that despite having the backing of Yash Chopra and YRF, no amount of privilege can guarantee stardom, as the audience ultimately decides an actor's fate.

War 2 OTT release date update: When and where to watch Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR’s action drama on OTT

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War 2 OTT release date update: When and where to watch Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR’s action drama on OTT

Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR’s War 2 has finally arrived on Netflix. After months of anticipation and a blockbuster theatrical run, the high-octane action thriller is now streaming for fans worldwide.

Rajvir Jawanda was riding a Rs 31-lakh BMW adventure motorcycle when he died in the accident

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Rajvir Jawanda was riding a Rs 31-lakh BMW adventure motorcycle when he died in the accident

Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda, known for hit tracks like Kangani and Chakvi Mandeer, died in a tragic motorcycle accident near Baddi, Himachal Pradesh, on September 27, 2025. The 33-year-old was riding a BMW R1250 GS Adventure, a high-end motorbike worth around Rs 31 lakh, when the accident occurred.

Priyanka Chopra writes Nick Jonas’ name in her Karwa Chauth mehendi, daughter Malti joins celebrations

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Priyanka Chopra writes Nick Jonas’ name in her Karwa Chauth mehendi, daughter Malti joins celebrations

Priyanka Chopra Jonas is celebrating Karwa Chauth with her signature blend of global and traditional styles. Despite her busy schedule, the actor has started preparations, with her daughter Malti Marie joining the festivities this year.

Taylor Swift breaks Adele’s record as The Life of a Showgirl hits 3.5 million first-week sales

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Taylor Swift breaks Adele’s record as The Life of a Showgirl hits 3.5 million first-week sales

Taylor Swift's album, broke Adele's record of million first-week album units, achieving over million equivalent units in just five days.

Rishab Shetty reveals he sold tickets of Tuglak with Rakshit Shetty for free still people didn't watch the film

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Rishab Shetty reveals he sold tickets of Tuglak with Rakshit Shetty for free still people didn't watch the film

Kantara director-actor Rishab Shetty shared with Siddharth Kannan his struggles before success. He and friend Rakshit Shetty had to literally beg people to watch their films during their early, challenging days in cinema.

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms OTT release update: When and where to watch the spinoff series in India

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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms OTT release update: When and where to watch the spinoff series in India

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, the Game of Thrones prequel, will premiere in early 2026. The fantasy drama will stream on Max in the US, while Indian audiences can watch it exclusively on JioCinema’s premium tier.

Lyricist Puneet Sharma on his Jolly LLB 3 collaboration with Subhash Kapoor: “After a long time, I saw a filmmaker do full justice to my song”

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Lyricist Puneet Sharma on his Jolly LLB 3 collaboration with Subhash Kapoor: “After a long time, I saw a filmmaker do full justice to my song”

Lyricist, poet, and screenwriter Puneet Sharma talks to Moneycontrol about his creative journey, from the viral poem Tum Kaun Ho Bey? to Jolly LLB 3’s Hua Na, exploring how poetry, politics, and personal conviction shape his storytelling.

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