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'I would have died, if I was Phoolan Devi', when Bandit Queen actress Seema Biswas recalled playing Indian dacoit

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'I would have died, if I was Phoolan Devi', when Bandit Queen actress Seema Biswas recalled playing Indian dacoit

On Seema Biswas’s birthday, we remember a career shaped by impact over volume, and a fearless Bandit Queen performance that redefined how Indian cinema portrayed strength, trauma, and survival.

Bigg Boss Marathi 6: Tanvi Kolte gets into a heated argument with Sagar Karande after nominating him, latter says, 'she doesn't have sense'

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Bigg Boss Marathi 6: Tanvi Kolte gets into a heated argument with Sagar Karande after nominating him, latter says, 'she doesn't have sense'

Bigg Boss Marathi 6 has begun on a dramatic note, with the first nomination task triggering tension, heated moments, and early rivalries, clearly setting the stage for an intense season ahead.

Bigg Boss Marathi 6: Who is Prabhu Shelke aka Kalu Don? Influencer with 2.3 Million followers, living with Thalassemia

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Bigg Boss Marathi 6: Who is Prabhu Shelke aka Kalu Don? Influencer with 2.3 Million followers, living with Thalassemia

Bigg Boss Marathi 6 introduces Prabhu Shelke, popularly known as Kalu Don, who enters the house with 2.3 million followers and a powerful life journey that extends far beyond his viral internet fame.

Ameesha Patel warns fans after imposter uses fake phone number to scam people

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Ameesha Patel warns fans after imposter uses fake phone number to scam people

Ameesha Patel has issued a public warning after an imposter used a fake phone number in her name to scam people, urging fans to stay alert and avoid falling for fraudulent messages.

'I would get rape, death threats when I was in Roadies', reveals Bigg Boss Marathi 6 contestant Ruchita Jamdar

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'I would get rape, death threats when I was in Roadies', reveals Bigg Boss Marathi 6 contestant Ruchita Jamdar

Bigg Boss Marathi 6 contestant Ruchita Jamdar revealed receiving severe threats before entering the show, describing intense fear, emotional pressure, and mental turmoil while continuing to chase her acting dreams.

Mona Singh celebrates Lohri with family in an intimate gathering at her Mumbai restaurant Kona Kona

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Mona Singh celebrates Lohri with family in an intimate gathering at her Mumbai restaurant Kona Kona

Actor Mona Singh celebrated Lohri with her family at her Mumbai restaurant Kona Kona, sharing warm moments from the intimate festivities on social media that reflected tradition, togetherness, and a cosy family celebration.

Paps ask Govinda's wife Sunita Ahuja about actor's health, says, "jabtakk biwi sath mein hai usko kuch nahi hone vala..."

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Paps ask Govinda's wife Sunita Ahuja about actor's health, says, "jabtakk biwi sath mein hai usko kuch nahi hone vala..."

Paparazzi recently asked Sunita Ahuja about Govinda’s health amid ongoing curiosity, and she responded confidently, reassuring everyone that the actor is fit and doing absolutely fine.

Aamir Khan to reunite with Rajkumar Hirani for Dadasaheb Phalke Biopic, shoot to begin in March 2026

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Aamir Khan to reunite with Rajkumar Hirani for Dadasaheb Phalke Biopic, shoot to begin in March 2026

Aamir Khan is set to reunite with Rajkumar Hirani for a long-awaited Dadasaheb Phalke biopic, finally nearing production, with the film expected to begin shooting in March 2026 next year.

Rs 30,000 crore estate battle escalates as Priya Sachdev and Karisma Kapoor’s children clash in Court

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Rs 30,000 crore estate battle escalates as Priya Sachdev and Karisma Kapoor’s children clash in Court

The estate dispute of late industrialist Sunjay Kapur has escalated, as new submissions before the Delhi High Court raise questions over financial responsibilities and the validity of his Will.

Isha Koppikar shares a warm Makar Sankranti note on sweet words and strong relationships

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Isha Koppikar shares a warm Makar Sankranti note on sweet words and strong relationships

Isha Koppikar shared a heartfelt Makar Sankranti message, using sesame seeds and jaggery as symbols to remind fans that kindness, sweet words, and small acts strengthen relationships despite life’s challenges.

Bigg Boss 19 winner Gaurav Khanna’s wife Akanksha Chamola sets social media ablaze with bold pics ahead of her birthday

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Bigg Boss 19 winner Gaurav Khanna’s wife Akanksha Chamola sets social media ablaze with bold pics ahead of her birthday

Bigg Boss 19 winner Gaurav Khanna’s wife Akanksha Chamola grabbed attention with bold pre-birthday pictures, earning praise for her confidence, fashion sense, and striking screen presence across social media platforms.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu co-founded secret Alchemist raises $3 million in seed funding to scale clean fragrance brand

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Samantha Ruth Prabhu co-founded secret Alchemist raises $3 million in seed funding to scale clean fragrance brand

Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s clean fragrance brand Secret Alchemist raised $3 million in seed funding, combining primary and secondary capital, with institutional investors backing its long-term vision and category-building ambitions globally.

Parasakthi star Sivakarthikeyan and team celebrate Pongal with PM Narendra Modi in Delhi amid political row

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Parasakthi star Sivakarthikeyan and team celebrate Pongal with PM Narendra Modi in Delhi amid political row

Tamil actor Sivakarthikeyan, fresh off Parasakthi’s January 10 release, is in Delhi for Pongal celebrations, where he told media about the film, upcoming projects, and the Jana Nayagan controversy during recent interview.

Pongal with Thalaiva: Madurai fan offers prayers to Rajinikanth’s 300 Kg idol at home temple

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Pongal with Thalaiva: Madurai fan offers prayers to Rajinikanth’s 300 Kg idol at home temple

Rajinikanth’s unmatched stardom took centre stage during Pongal, as a devoted fan from Madurai marked the harvest festival in an extraordinary way, blending faith, fandom, and tradition, and turning a personal celebration into a moment that captured statewide attention.

Bigg Boss Marathi 6: “You brought bar dancing to the stage, not Lavani",  Deepali Sayyed’s sharp taunt sparks clash with Radha Patil

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Bigg Boss Marathi 6: “You brought bar dancing to the stage, not Lavani", Deepali Sayyed’s sharp taunt sparks clash with Radha Patil

On day two of Bigg Boss Marathi 6, tensions escalated quickly as Deepali Sayyed clashed with Lavani dancer Radha Patil, following an earlier spat between Tanvi Kolte and Ruchita Jamdar.

Celina Jaitly says she is denied access to children despite joint custody, shares a note amid divorce battle

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Celina Jaitly says she is denied access to children despite joint custody, shares a note amid divorce battle

Bollywood actress Celina Jaitly says she has been denied access to her three children despite joint custody, after returning to India amid marital abuse and divorce from Peter Haag proceedings.

Karan Aujla alleged extra-marital affair controversy: Know about Tauba Tauba singer's wife Palak Aujla and CEO of Maison Palke

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Karan Aujla alleged extra-marital affair controversy: Know about Tauba Tauba singer's wife Palak Aujla and CEO of Maison Palke

Punjabi singer-rapper Karan Aujla faces online backlash after US-based influencer Ms Gori alleged he hid his marriage while being romantically involved, claims shared via her verified Instagram handle recently surfaced.

Jeetendra and Tusshar Kapoor sell massive Mumbai commercial property for Rs 559.25 crore to Japanese firm

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Jeetendra and Tusshar Kapoor sell massive Mumbai commercial property for Rs 559.25 crore to Japanese firm

Actor Tusshar Kapoor and veteran star Jeetendra have sold a Mumbai commercial property for Rs 559.25 crore, marking one of the biggest celebrity-linked real estate deals in recent years India.

Peter Claffey opens up about his big break in The Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

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Peter Claffey opens up about his big break in The Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

Peter Claffey recalls sleepless nerves before landing Ser Duncan the Tall in The Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, a character-driven Westeros tale streaming on JioHotstar from January 19 in India.

MTV Splitsvilla X6: Afghanistani model Sadhaaf adds ‘Shankar’ to her name, opens up about being a Shiv devotee

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MTV Splitsvilla X6: Afghanistani model Sadhaaf adds ‘Shankar’ to her name, opens up about being a Shiv devotee

Afghanistan-born model Sadhaaf Shankar has drawn attention on Splitsvilla 16 since its January 9, 2026 premiere, with her faith, name, and cultural journey quickly becoming a major talking point.

When Karan Johar revealed Shah Rukh Khan judges people if they wore badly fitted jeans, says, "wo samjhega ki you are bad person, isly main kabhi mannat mein..."

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When Karan Johar revealed Shah Rukh Khan judges people if they wore badly fitted jeans, says, "wo samjhega ki you are bad person, isly main kabhi mannat mein..."

In a throwback moment, filmmaker Karan Johar recalled a candid anecdote highlighting Shah Rukh Khan’s sharp eye for detail, reflecting their decades-long friendship and shared Bollywood journey together publicly.

Varun Dhawan bags two major brand deals ahead of Border 2: Source

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Varun Dhawan bags two major brand deals ahead of Border 2: Source

After trending across social media, Varun Dhawan reportedly converted online buzz into two major brand deals, as excitement around Border 2 boosted his commercial value ahead of its theatrical release.

Bigg Boss Marathi 6: Roshan Bhajankar reveals he works as a cement worker and coolie at a railway station for survival, trains for bodybuilding at night

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Bigg Boss Marathi 6: Roshan Bhajankar reveals he works as a cement worker and coolie at a railway station for survival, trains for bodybuilding at night

Bigg Boss Marathi 6 contestant Roshan Bhajankar revealed his gruelling routine, working as a cement worker and railway coolie by day, while spending nights relentlessly training in bodybuilding.

Emraan Hashmi’s Mumbai–Ahmedabad Akasa flight fails to land, diverted to Jaipur after two attempts: Report

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Emraan Hashmi’s Mumbai–Ahmedabad Akasa flight fails to land, diverted to Jaipur after two attempts: Report

Actor Emraan Hashmi faced a tense moment on Tuesday morning when his Mumbai–Ahmedabad flight failed to land and was diverted to Jaipur while he was travelling to promote his upcoming web series Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web.

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