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Sushant Singh Rajput birth anniversary: 9 unknown truths about the actor that fans still don’t know

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Sushant Singh Rajput birth anniversary: 9 unknown truths about the actor that fans still don’t know

On Sushant Singh Rajput’s birth anniversary, fans remember an actor whose life went far beyond cinema, defined by intellect, curiosity, compassion, and an unending quest for knowledge and meaning.

When Manoj Bajpayee revealed he would chat with Sushant Singh Rajput about industry politics, "maine usse kaha tha, keep thick skin warna yeh jaan maar denge tumhari..."

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When Manoj Bajpayee revealed he would chat with Sushant Singh Rajput about industry politics, "maine usse kaha tha, keep thick skin warna yeh jaan maar denge tumhari..."

Manoj Bajpayee recalled his thoughtful conversations with Sushant Singh Rajput during Sonchiriya, where he warned him about Bollywood’s politics, emotional toll, rejection, and the need to develop resilience to survive.

Kim Kardashian reportedly considers removing Kanye West’s surname from children’s names amid co-parenting tensions

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Kim Kardashian reportedly considers removing Kanye West’s surname from children’s names amid co-parenting tensions

Kim Kardashian is reportedly considering a significant legal move involving her four children with ex-husband Kanye West amid escalating co-parenting tensions.

“Parveen Babi ate only eggs fearing FBI in her final days”, When Pooja Bedi realised something was wrong after meeting the veteran actress

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“Parveen Babi ate only eggs fearing FBI in her final days”, When Pooja Bedi realised something was wrong after meeting the veteran actress

On Parveen Babi’s death anniversary, Pooja Bedi recalls a disturbing meeting where the actress revealed she ate only eggs, fearing food tampering, signalling her severe mental health struggle.

Suniel Shetty on Marathi language debate: 'Don’t force me to speak Marathi, I will do it when I want to do it'

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Suniel Shetty on Marathi language debate: 'Don’t force me to speak Marathi, I will do it when I want to do it'

Suniel Shetty opens up about identity and language in Mumbai, saying Marathi should be learnt out of respect, not force, while proudly carrying Mangaluru within everything he does.

After arrest on S*x abuse charges, Timothy Busfield to be digitally removed from upcoming Prime Video film

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After arrest on S*x abuse charges, Timothy Busfield to be digitally removed from upcoming Prime Video film

After his arrest on child sexual abuse charges, Timothy Busfield is being digitally removed from Amazon Prime Video’s upcoming rom-com You Deserve Each Other as studios swiftly distance themselves.

Avengers: Doomsday teasers decoded: Endgame time codes may reveal the MCU’s next multiversal collapse

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Avengers: Doomsday teasers decoded: Endgame time codes may reveal the MCU’s next multiversal collapse

Marvel’s Avengers: Doomsday teasers hide Endgame time codes that may foreshadow a looming multiversal collapse, hinting at Loki’s return, cosmic threats, and devastating consequences for the MCU.

Shah Rukh Khan wears an ultra-rare Rolex Daytona Blue Sapphire watch worth over Rs 13 crore at Joy Awards

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Shah Rukh Khan wears an ultra-rare Rolex Daytona Blue Sapphire watch worth over Rs 13 crore at Joy Awards

Shah Rukh Khan grabbed attention at the Joy Awards as he wore an ultra-rare off-catalogue Rolex Daytona Blue Sapphire, valued at over Rs 13 crore, marking his first luxury wrist flex of 2026.

Parveen Babi sent gifts to her doctor in Junagadh weeks before her mysterious death, reveals college friend

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Parveen Babi sent gifts to her doctor in Junagadh weeks before her mysterious death, reveals college friend

On Parveen Babi’s death anniversary, college friend Hemant Nanavati recalls intimate memories that reveal a gentle, grounded side of the Bollywood icon, far removed from her glamorous on-screen persona.

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.

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