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  • When Shah Rukh Khan said, 'I will pull it off' after industry had doubts over him playing both the hero and the villain in Baazigar

    The 1993 hit Baazigar was a seismic shift in Bollywood. Despite industry skepticism over the anti-hero script, writer Javed Siddiqui noted Shah Rukh Khan was the sole believer.

  • When Dharmendra allegedly flew to Chennai to stop Hema Malini from marrying Jeetendra, actress’s father told him, 'Why don’t you get out...'

    Dharmendra and Hema Malini’s romance faced intense family opposition, leading to the dramatic Chennai wedding episode where Dharmendra allegedly crashed Hema’s secretly arranged marriage to Jeetendra, halting the ceremony and reshaping the course of their lives.

  • Preity Zinta sells her Bandra apartment for Rs 14.08 crore

    Preity Zinta has sold her Bandra flat for Rs 14.08 crore, two years after buying it. Despite the lower price, she plans to reinvest the amount into another luxury property.

  • When Prabhas performed on Tip Tip Barsa Paani with Raveena Tandon

    Prabhas, usually calm and introverted, surprised fans in a viral throwback clip from Nach Baliye 9 where he lit up with genuine excitement on meeting his longtime favourite, Bollywood star Raveena Tandon.

  • When Dharmendra revealed he kept drinking the entire night after losing Anand to Rajesh Khanna, "Maine 2 drinks tikake Hrishikesh Mukherjee se kaha..."

    Dharmendra’s death at 89 has revived several memorable clips from his long career, including one where he admitted he drank all night and kept calling Hrishikesh Mukherjee after losing the role of Anand to Rajesh Khanna.

  • ‘Abhishek Bachchan didn’t just play me in I Want To Talk, he understood me,’ says Arjun Sen – Exclusive

    I Want To Talk captures Arjun Sen’s extraordinary survival journey with quiet intensity. His first glimpse of Abhishek Bachchan performing a difficult emotional scene showed him the film’s honesty and depth.

  • When Dharmendra's first wife Prakash Kaur defended his second marriage with Hema Malini: ‘How dare anyone call him a womaniser…’

    Dharmendra’s life blurred fame and vulnerability, with every choice observed by millions. Even false death rumours in November 2025 reignited public reflection on the emotional, complicated journey he carried behind his on-screen legend.

  • When Dharmendra revealed why he never wanted Esha Deol to do movies: "It's good if my daughters don't attend filmy functions, our family is very..."

    Dharmendra reflected on his long career, family bonds, and life choices with the same warmth that shaped his legacy, offering a rare blend of honesty, nostalgia, and understated humour in the conversation.

  • Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Ananya Panday and others visit Deol family at late Dharmendra’s Juhu residence

    Dharmendra’s passing at 89 has shaken Bollywood. His last rites at Mumbai’s Pawan Hans Crematorium drew family, friends and colleagues who gathered in quiet grief to honor the legendary star’s legacy.

  • Dharmendra’s Dharam-Veer co-actor Zeenat Aman writes an emotional note on his passing: 'world lost a jewel from the Hindi film industry'

    Zeenat Aman shared a moving tribute to Dharmendra, posting old photos and a heartfelt note after his passing. Her message resonated widely, reflecting their long bond and the industry’s deep affection for him.

  • Who is Dharmendra’s first wife Prakash Kaur who lived with him at Pune farmhouse in his last days, mother of Sunny, Bobby, Vijeta and Ajeeta

    Dharmendra passed away at 89 at his Juhu bungalow after months of health struggles that began at his Pune farmhouse, led to treatment at Breach Candy Hospital, and ended with home care in Mumbai.

  • The Man for Every Season- Dharmendra, the gentle strong man

    Dharmendra’s Sholay heroism and action stardom defined generations, yet his true charm went far beyond the he-man image, revealing a warm, emotional, deeply human artist cherished far more than his iconic on-screen toughness.

  • Dharmendra tribute: How the Bollywood superstar made every decade between 1960 and 1990 his own

    RIP Dharmendra: You shone even when Rajesh Khanna and Amitabh Bachchan were at the top of their popularity in the 1970s, even as Aamir Khan and Salman Khan made their Bollywood debuts in the late 1980s, and right up to the 2020s.

  • Helen birthday: Asha Parekh, Waheeda Rehman, Salim Khan arrive to celebrate veteran Bollywood star's birthday

    Helen marked her birthday in Mumbai surrounded by close friends and family, with Waheeda Rehman, Asha Parekh and husband Salim Khan joining the warm celebration that brought together icons of Hindi cinema’s golden era.

  • Karisma Kapoor poses with Hollywood actor and host Terry Crews at an event

    Karisma Kapoor’s unexpected photo with Hollywood star Terry Crews at a recent high-profile event quickly went viral, delighting fans and creating a lively crossover moment between Bollywood and global entertainment circles.

  • Chhaava, Paatal Lok are superhits by Marathi directors, people should change their perspective: Ajinkya Deo - Exclusive

    Actor Ajinkya Deo, who has worked across languages and watched Marathi cinema’s evolution from within, says real change begins with ambition. Speaking to Moneycontrol.com, he explained that growth will require a shift in mindset, larger canvases and bolder storytelling choices.

  • When Kamini Kaushal broke down after receiving lifetime achievement award, said, "I miss my gang, most of them are gone..."

    Veteran actress Kamini Kaushal has died at 98 after age-related health issues. Her passing marks the loss of a rare link to Hindi cinema’s earliest era and its formative storytelling years.

  • Ajinkya Deo hails Farhan Akhtar's discipline and humility in 120 Bahadur: ‘He went through a lot...', Exclusive

    Ajinkya Deo reflects on his journey into 120 Bahadur, the harsh Ladakh shoot, and finding roles that match his evolution as an actor, revealing a phase of confidence, depth and creative alignment.

  • Jaya Bachchan and Waheeda Rehman attend veteran actress Kamini Kaushal’s prayer meet

    Jaya Bachchan and Waheeda Rehman’s presence at Kamini Kaushal’s prayer meet created a quiet, emotional moment as two generations of Hindi cinema came together to honour the 98-year-old legend’s enduring legacy.

  • Ranveer Singh hugs a fan who gifted him picture of his daughter Dua and wife Deepika amid huge crowd, watch video

    The Dhurandhar trailer launch stirred social media after a touching moment between Ranveer Singh and a fan went viral. The event, held before the film’s December 5 release, drew a massive, excited crowd.

  • Vijayta Pandit accuses Rajendra Kumar for 'brainwashing' son Kumar Gaurav against her, "I had loved him, My life was finished, career was over..."

    Veteran actress Vijayta Pandit claims Rajendra Kumar destroyed her career by removing her from films opposite Kumar Gaurav, and "brainwashed" his son into marrying Namrata Dutt, turning her life into a tragedy.

  • Piyush Mishra says Bollywood has 'ajeeb sa stardom', slams entourage cost, "8-9 people will come with them, 12-14 bodyguards’

    Piyush Mishra called out Bollywood’s growing entourage culture, saying actors now arrive with unnecessary teams that disrupt work and inflate costs, contrasting it with the grounded, respectful approach he experienced while working in South cinema.

  • When Pran revealed he had to punch Kishore Kumar for real, ‘unko kaha tha serious scene hai, shant ho jao but sunn he nahi rhe the"

    Kishore Kumar’s legacy blends genius with delightful chaos. Colleagues remember him as an unpredictable force whose voice, performances, and eccentric spark shaped Hindi cinema and turned his life stories into enduring folklore.

  • When Rishi Kapoor spoke about his affair rumours with Juhi Chawla: ‘I was brain-washed into going…’

    Rishi Kapoor didn’t mince words when addressing his alleged affair with Juhi Chawla. In a 1997 interview, he called the gossip baseless and insisted the rumours were nothing more than publicity chatter fuelled by their on-screen hit pairings.

  • Dharmendra net worth: Properties in Maharashtra, restaurants, luxurious cars, expensive things veteran actor owns

    Dharmendra’s empire stretches well beyond acting. Apart from his film earnings, he owns sprawling properties across Mumbai, Lonavala, and Punjab, including a 100-acre farmhouse in Lonavala where he now spends most of his time. The legendary actor has also invested in restaurant ventures such as Garam Dharam Dhaba, inspired by his on-screen persona, which has become a hit in North India.

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