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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.

R Madhavan, 55, turns heads with sharp new haircut and effortless salt-and-pepper swagger

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R Madhavan, 55, turns heads with sharp new haircut and effortless salt-and-pepper swagger

At 55, R Madhavan’s sharp haircut and salt-and-pepper look prove ageing can be stylish. Clean, effortless, and confident, his latest makeover reminds everyone that honesty in age is undeniably dashing.

When Mohammed Rafi and Lata Mangeshkar banned each other for 3 years, Rafi called Lata 'Maharani' and said, "I will not sing with her..."

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When Mohammed Rafi and Lata Mangeshkar banned each other for 3 years, Rafi called Lata 'Maharani' and said, "I will not sing with her..."

Mohammed Rafi and Lata Mangeshkar defined Hindi film music with 448 songs, yet at the height of their fame, a three-year rift silenced this legendary pairing and surprised the entire industry.

Shraddha Kapoor declares Monday her Sunday, writes 'Kya Kar Loge?'

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Shraddha Kapoor declares Monday her Sunday, writes 'Kya Kar Loge?'

Shraddha Kapoor amused fans by declaring Monday as her personal Sunday, sharing a playful social media post that redefined her weekly routine and showcased her light-hearted, relatable take on work-life balance.

Vinod Khanna–Simi Garewal’s Wada Kar Le Sajna: The 52-year-old love song by Lata Mangeshkar and Mohammed Rafi that still feels timeless

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Vinod Khanna–Simi Garewal’s Wada Kar Le Sajna: The 52-year-old love song by Lata Mangeshkar and Mohammed Rafi that still feels timeless

Actor Vinod Khanna’s charisma in Haath Ki Safai lives on through an evergreen song that, 52 years later, is still played, hummed, and tied to personal memories across generations worldwide.

Sudhanshu Rai’s Dreamers tells the story of Sakshi Malik, the woman who redefined wrestling for girls

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Sudhanshu Rai’s Dreamers tells the story of Sakshi Malik, the woman who redefined wrestling for girls

Dreamers – The Storytelling Series returns with a powerful third episode tracing Sakshi Malik’s journey of belief, defiance and triumph, capturing not just a champion’s rise but a transformative social movement.

Border 2 sees strong overseas advance, India bookings open in phases ahead of January 23 release

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Border 2 sees strong overseas advance, India bookings open in phases ahead of January 23 release

BORDER 2 has opened overseas advance bookings to a strong response, reflecting growing international interest and positive early momentum ahead of its worldwide theatrical release.

Kareena Kapoor Khan revisits 2016 with intimate first pregnancy throwbacks, calls it 'the year of the bump'

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Kareena Kapoor Khan revisits 2016 with intimate first pregnancy throwbacks, calls it 'the year of the bump'

Kareena Kapoor Khan shared throwback photos from 2016, titled The year of the bump revisiting her pregnancy with son Taimur and offering fans an intimate glimpse into that special phase.

'Smita Patil ka dil kaafi saaf tha...' reveals veteran actress Rohini Hattangadi

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'Smita Patil ka dil kaafi saaf tha...' reveals veteran actress Rohini Hattangadi

Veteran actor Rohini Hattangadi shared a warm glimpse of late Smita Patil, recalling their shared past and a little known Gandhi screen test moment linked to Richard Attenborough film legacy.

Ranveer Singh convinced Kalyani Priyadarshan to sign Zombie thriller Pralay: Report

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Ranveer Singh convinced Kalyani Priyadarshan to sign Zombie thriller Pralay: Report

Ranveer Singh’s production debut Pralay is making noise early, with reports saying he personally convinced Kalyani Priyadarshan to join the Jai Mehta–directed zombie thriller after initial hesitation.

Aamir Khan reignites language debate, says 'Yeh Maharashtra hai bhai' after being asked to make a statement in Hindi during BMC elections

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Aamir Khan reignites language debate, says 'Yeh Maharashtra hai bhai' after being asked to make a statement in Hindi during BMC elections

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan sparked a language debate at a BMC polling booth after declining to repeat his Marathi message in Hindi, remarking that Maharashtra’s identity should be respected.

Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma buy over 5 acres of Alibaug land for Rs 37.86 crore

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Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma buy over 5 acres of Alibaug land for Rs 37.86 crore

Indian cricketer Virat Kohli and actor-producer Anushka Sharma have jointly bought over five acres of land in Alibaug’s Raigad district for Rs 37.86 crore, as per CRE Matrix property documents.

Punjabi actress Mandy Takhar files for divorce from Shekhar Kaushal less than two years after marriage

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Punjabi actress Mandy Takhar files for divorce from Shekhar Kaushal less than two years after marriage

Punjabi actress Mandy Takhar filed for divorce from husband Shekhar Kaushal, as the Saket Court allowed their mutual plea. Married in 2024, the couple has lived separately since last year.

Selena Gomez tops Golden Globes Red Carpet power rankings, Priyanka Chopra follows with double impact

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Selena Gomez tops Golden Globes Red Carpet power rankings, Priyanka Chopra follows with double impact

Selena Gomez and Priyanka Chopra emerged as the biggest fashion powerhouses at the 2026 Golden Globe Awards, dominating the Red Carpet Power Rankings and driving massive global attention with their standout looks.

Ishita Dutta begins ‘Drishyam 3’ shoot, shares first glimpse from Goa schedule

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Ishita Dutta begins ‘Drishyam 3’ shoot, shares first glimpse from Goa schedule

Actress Ishita Dutta has officially begun shooting for Drishyam 3, sharing a clapboard photo and a snapshot by her vanity van, quietly confirming her return to the hit thriller franchise.

When Kabir Bedi married 30 years younger Parveen Dusanj on his 70th birthday, she was five years younger than his daughter Pooja Bedi

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When Kabir Bedi married 30 years younger Parveen Dusanj on his 70th birthday, she was five years younger than his daughter Pooja Bedi

On his 70th birthday, Kabir Bedi married Parveen Dusanj, who is 30 years younger than him and five years younger than his daughter, Pooja Bedi, sparking widespread public debate.

Who is Nabha Natesh, Know everything about Nagabandham's Parvathi

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Who is Nabha Natesh, Know everything about Nagabandham's Parvathi

Nabha Natesh plays Parvathi in Nagabandham, embracing a serene mythological avatar. Her first look highlights devotion, symbolism, and inner strength, marking a graceful shift from contemporary roles to pan-India spectacle.

BMC polls: Senior citizen voter complains to Hema Malini about chaos at Mumbai poll booth; actress reacts

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BMC polls: Senior citizen voter complains to Hema Malini about chaos at Mumbai poll booth; actress reacts

Veteran actor and BJP MP Hema Malini’s Mumbai BMC Elections 2026 voting visit turned tense when a senior citizen loudly alleged poll booth mismanagement, briefly unsettling the actor-politician.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu celebrates first Sankranthi after marriage with husband Raj Nidimoru, shares intimate festive moment

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Samantha Ruth Prabhu celebrates first Sankranthi after marriage with husband Raj Nidimoru, shares intimate festive moment

Samantha Ruth Prabhu celebrated her first Sankranthi after marriage with husband Raj Nidimoru, sharing intimate Instagram moments that offered fans a warm, personal glimpse into a quietly meaningful festive celebration.

Bigg Boss Marathi 6 elimination poll: 40% netizens think Roshan Bhajankar will get eliminated from the show

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Bigg Boss Marathi 6 elimination poll: 40% netizens think Roshan Bhajankar will get eliminated from the show

The first eviction week of Bigg Boss Marathi 6 has triggered buzz online, with viewers sharing predictions through polls that reveal early opinions on which contestants face the highest risk.

Bigg Boss Marathi 6: Sagar Karande, Radha Patil, Deepali Sayyed get nominated for eviction in the first week

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Bigg Boss Marathi 6: Sagar Karande, Radha Patil, Deepali Sayyed get nominated for eviction in the first week

The first nomination task of Bigg Boss Marathi 6 set a tense tone, mixing strategy and power, and resulted in several contestants landing in the eviction zone during the very first week.

When SD Burman called Hare Rama Hare Krishna 'disgusting' and asked Dev Anand not to make it, Zeenat Aman was NOT the first choice

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When SD Burman called Hare Rama Hare Krishna 'disgusting' and asked Dev Anand not to make it, Zeenat Aman was NOT the first choice

Released in 1972, Hare Rama Hare Krishna became Dev Anand’s boldest film, redefining youth cinema, introducing Zeenat Aman, and cementing Dum Maro Dum as a cultural anthem for generations worldwide.

Salman Khan flaunts inked finger after casting his vote in Mumbai BMC Election 2026

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Salman Khan flaunts inked finger after casting his vote in Mumbai BMC Election 2026

Salman Khan cast his vote in Mumbai’s BMC Election 2026, flashed his inked finger for cameras, and returned to work, gearing up for his upcoming patriotic drama Battle of Galwan.

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