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Mumbai Police arrest Mercedes driver for rash driving in crash linked to Akshay Kumar’s convoy

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Mumbai Police arrest Mercedes driver for rash driving in crash linked to Akshay Kumar’s convoy

Mumbai Police detained the driver of a speeding Mercedes involved in a late-night Juhu crash that hit a vehicle from Akshay Kumar’s security entourage, registering a case for rash and negligent driving.

Dhurandhar actor Hitul Pujara drops BTS video of Naieem Baloch death scene, calls playing Rehman Dakait’s son an honour

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Dhurandhar actor Hitul Pujara drops BTS video of Naieem Baloch death scene, calls playing Rehman Dakait’s son an honour

Actor Hitul Pujara shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse from Dhurandhar, where he plays Naieem Baloch, son of Rehman Dakait, and Akshaye Khanna’s on-screen son.

Sophie Turner breaks away from period roles with Prime Video’s Steal: “I hadn’t really done anything like this before”

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Sophie Turner breaks away from period roles with Prime Video’s Steal: “I hadn’t really done anything like this before”

Sophie Turner steps away from period dramas to play a chaotic, modern character in Prime Video’s Steal, calling the role unfamiliar, messy, and impossible to turn down.

Kashish Kapoor on why she is not doing The 50:  “we were in the final stages of negotiating the payment but..."

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Kashish Kapoor on why she is not doing The 50: “we were in the final stages of negotiating the payment but..."

Kashish Kapoor confirmed she was approached for The 50 and was in advanced payment talks, but a date clash with another hosting project forced her to step away from the show.

Sanjay Dutt asks paps not to disturb him after they ask him to pose amid a shoot, watch video

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Sanjay Dutt asks paps not to disturb him after they ask him to pose amid a shoot, watch video

Veteran actor Sanjay Dutt asked photographers to maintain distance on a film set, a moment caught on camera that has sparked discussion online about celebrity boundaries and on-set etiquette.

Bigg Boss Marathi 6: Raqesh Bapat wants to quit the show after Anushree Mane accuses him of touching her without consent

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Bigg Boss Marathi 6: Raqesh Bapat wants to quit the show after Anushree Mane accuses him of touching her without consent

In the very first week of Bigg Boss Marathi 6, frequent arguments and emotional clashes set the tone, and after Riteish Deshmukh’s warning, Anushree sparked fresh controversy on day one of week two.

Lollapalooza India 2026 returns to Mumbai with Linkin Park, Playboi Carti and 40+ Artists

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Lollapalooza India 2026 returns to Mumbai with Linkin Park, Playboi Carti and 40+ Artists

Lollapalooza India 2026 returns to Mumbai’s Mahalaxmi Racecourse on January 24–25, promising its biggest edition yet with over 40 Indian and international artists across four stages.

Akshay Kumar convoy accident: Injured Autorickshaw driver seeks medical help and compensation, says, "my vehicle is destroyed"

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Akshay Kumar convoy accident: Injured Autorickshaw driver seeks medical help and compensation, says, "my vehicle is destroyed"

A vehicle from actor Akshay Kumar’s security convoy was involved in a late-night accident in Mumbai’s Juhu, leaving an autorickshaw driver seriously injured. Police have launched an investigation.

When AR Rahman spoke about his 'painful' childhood, "my parents were thrown onto the street, was seeing trauma every day.."

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When AR Rahman spoke about his 'painful' childhood, "my parents were thrown onto the street, was seeing trauma every day.."

AR Rahman, now a global music icon, once endured a childhood shaped by loss and hardship. In a throwback conversation, he reflects on the pain and resilience that defined him early on.

Content creator Dushyant Kukreja and Shiny Doshi join Banijay’s reality show The 50 on JioHotstar and Colors

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Content creator Dushyant Kukreja and Shiny Doshi join Banijay’s reality show The 50 on JioHotstar and Colors

The reality show The 50 adds content creator Dushyant Kukreja and actor Shiny Doshi to its lineup, heightening anticipation ahead of its February 1 Indian premiere on JioHotstar and Colors.

Shah Rukh Khan refuses selfie at Riyadh event, divides internet as fans defend his action

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Shah Rukh Khan refuses selfie at Riyadh event, divides internet as fans defend his action

A brief moment at the Joy Awards turned viral as Shah Rukh Khan declined a selfie request, splitting opinion online, with critics questioning him and fans defending boundaries, protocols, context.

Amitabh Bachchan’s house has a ‘golden toilet’, Vijay Varma shares throwback selfie with it from 2016

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Amitabh Bachchan’s house has a ‘golden toilet’, Vijay Varma shares throwback selfie with it from 2016

Vijay Varma shares throwback pic of Amitabh Bachchan’s house ‘golden toilet’

When AR Rahman called Shah Rukh Khan ‘Brand Ambassador of Islam’, SRK replied, "I am completely against it, being a model for any religion is..."

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When AR Rahman called Shah Rukh Khan ‘Brand Ambassador of Islam’, SRK replied, "I am completely against it, being a model for any religion is..."

Shah Rukh Khan is admired for his thoughtful views on identity and belief. When AR Rahman once called him the “Ambassador of Islam,” the actor calmly but firmly rejected the label.

AR Rahman’s most talked-about controversies: From communal bias remark to rights dispute with Salman Khan’s film

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AR Rahman’s most talked-about controversies: From communal bias remark to rights dispute with Salman Khan’s film

AR Rahman’s career has seen sharp controversies, from his recent communal bias remarks to past legal and cultural disputes, highlighting how artistic expression often collides with politics, identity, and public sentiment.

AR Rahman’s daughters Khatija and Raheema stand by their father amid ‘communal bias’ backlash, say, "disagreement is fine, abuse is not"

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AR Rahman’s daughters Khatija and Raheema stand by their father amid ‘communal bias’ backlash, say, "disagreement is fine, abuse is not"

Oscar-winning composer A. R. Rahman sparked intense debate after alleging a possible “communal” bias in Bollywood and claiming the Hindi film Chhaava gained traction through divisiveness.

Kriti Sanon to get married soon? sister Nupur Sanon’s Kaleera falls on her at Chooda Ceremony

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Kriti Sanon to get married soon? sister Nupur Sanon’s Kaleera falls on her at Chooda Ceremony

Kriti Sanon unintentionally stole the spotlight at sister Nupur Sanon’s choora ceremony in Udaipur, as viral photos sparked playful online speculation, turning a candid wedding moment into full-blown internet folklore.

Javed Akhtar's old statements resurface online amid the AR Rahman controversy; 'I can write Rama and Krishna aartis'

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Javed Akhtar's old statements resurface online amid the AR Rahman controversy; 'I can write Rama and Krishna aartis'

Javed Akhtar responded to AR Rahman’s “communal” remark, saying he never felt sidelined in Hindi cinema, as his old interviews on belief, culture, and coexistence resurfaced online.

Rashmika Mandanna on why Sikandar with Salman Khan failed at box office: ‘The script I heard was very different from what eventually happened’

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Rashmika Mandanna on why Sikandar with Salman Khan failed at box office: ‘The script I heard was very different from what eventually happened’

Rashmika Mandanna has opened up about signing Sikandar, revealing the script she accepted differed greatly from the final film, reigniting debate over creative changes after its box office failure.

Bhojpuri actor Manoj Tiwari’s Mumbai residence burgled, Rs 5.40 lakh cash stolen, former employee arrested

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Bhojpuri actor Manoj Tiwari’s Mumbai residence burgled, Rs 5.40 lakh cash stolen, former employee arrested

Actor-singer and BJP MP Manoj Tiwari was robbed at his Andheri West residence in Mumbai, where Rs 5.40 lakh cash was stolen. Police have arrested a former employee.

Karisma Kapoor’s children question gaps in Priya Kapur's assets list, say 'Sunjay Kapur had Polo Horses'

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Karisma Kapoor’s children question gaps in Priya Kapur's assets list, say 'Sunjay Kapur had Polo Horses'

Karisma Kapoor’s children, Samaira and Kiaan, have challenged Sunjay Kapur’s widow Priya Kapur’s asset disclosure in Delhi High Court, claiming it fails to fully reflect his holdings at death.

Randeep Hooda takes a leap into entrepreneurship with a health and wellness focused venture

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Randeep Hooda takes a leap into entrepreneurship with a health and wellness focused venture

Randeep Hooda steps into entrepreneurship as an investor in wellness brand TeinPro, backing clean, protein-focused nutrition designed for everyday Indian lifestyles and long-term health over fitness fads.

Raqesh Bapat on life after divorce with Riddhi Dogra, "we are now good friends, she has not married, and I have not either"

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Raqesh Bapat on life after divorce with Riddhi Dogra, "we are now good friends, she has not married, and I have not either"

Actor Raqesh Bapat spoke candidly on Bigg Boss Marathi 6 about marriage, separation, and mutual respect, drawing attention for his composed reflections on his relationship with ex-wife Riddhi Dogra.

Pooja Hedge reveals she slapped a star hero for inappropriately touching her, ‘he entered my caravan without permission and...’

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Pooja Hedge reveals she slapped a star hero for inappropriately touching her, ‘he entered my caravan without permission and...’

Actor Pooja Hegde revealed facing inappropriate behaviour from a male co-star early in her career, speaking openly about the unsettling experience during a major pan-India film project.

Jiiva’s ‘conditions follow Pannungada’ dialogue triggers backlash after Karur tragedy link

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Jiiva’s ‘conditions follow Pannungada’ dialogue triggers backlash after Karur tragedy link

Jiiva’s Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil opened to positive word-of-mouth and crossed Rs 1 crore on day one, signalling a confident theatrical comeback for the actor with a warm, slice-of-life drama.

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