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  • When Rajesh Khanna refused to meet Akshay Kumar at his bungalow, said, “Main uska sasur hoon, woh aayega mere paas, main kyun jaaun?”

    Rajesh Khanna reportedly refused to meet Akshay Kumar at his bungalow, asserting his seniority. The anecdote highlights his stature, reflecting his larger-than-life persona even in personal interactions.

  • When Dev Anand spotted Shah Rukh Khan smoking, said, “Tu itna achha ladka hai, kyun yaar smoke karta hai?”

    Dev Anand once gently scolded Shah Rukh Khan for smoking, calling him a “nice boy,” while also sharing advice on hard work, leaving a lasting impression on the superstar.

  • When Madhubala cried and begged Dilip Kumar to say 'sorry' to her father, said, “Dekho humari zindagi barbaad ho jayegi..."

    Madhubala pleaded with Dilip Kumar to apologise to her father to save their relationship, but he refused, leading to their breakup after the Naya Daur controversy and court case.

  • "Madhubala died painfully in front of my eyes, she would scream, rant, doctor told me...", When Kishore Kumar spoke about actress' last days and his four marriages

    Kishore Kumar’s rare interview reveals his turbulent marriages, heartbreak of watching Madhubala die, brief third marriage, and eventual peace with Leena Chandavarkar, offering a deeply personal glimpse into his life.

  • Abhishek Bachchan opens up about mentor who changed his perspective, says, "sports taught me everything”

    Abhishek Bachchan recalls his school coach Desmond Hahn, whose lessons on sportsmanship, resilience, and teamwork shaped his life, career, and mindset, leaving a lasting impact he still follows today.

  • Virat Kohli poses with fan artist after receiving portrait of him and Anushka Sharma

    Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma received a heartfelt fan-made painting that went viral online, days after Kohli’s flying kiss to Anushka during RCB’s IPL 2026 win melted hearts.

  • Dhurandhar 2 box office collection day 14: Net hits Rs 920 crore, gross crosses Rs 1101 crore despite 27.6% drop

    Dhurandhar 2 earned Rs 20.10 crore on Day 14, taking its India net to Rs 920.02 crore and gross to Rs 1,101.47 crore, despite a noticeable mid-week slowdown.

  • When Dharmendra denied encouraging Meena Kumari to drink alcohol, said, ‘I don’t like women drinking,’ Nargis said, ‘she was crazy for him'

    Dharmendra denied encouraging Meena Kumari’s drinking, saying “I don’t like women drinking,” while Nargis later revealed her deep love for him. Meena died in 1972, and Dharmendra passed away years later, leaving behind enduring legacies.

  • Dhurandhar 2 box office collection day 12: Ranveer Singh's film to rewrite Bollywood records as it eyes for Rs 900 crore milestone in India

    Dhurandhar 2 continues its historic run, nearing Rs 900 crore in India by day 12. The Ranveer Singh starrer is set to break records and may even target Rs 1000 crore.

  • Aamir Khan shares strict rule he has taught his children, says, 'Never do drunk driving'

    Aamir Khan emphasized accountability, stating no one should misuse influence to bypass the law. He highlighted equal responsibility for all, reinforcing his belief that rules apply regardless of status or power.

  • Dhurandhar World TV premiere: When and where to watch Ranveer Singh's spy thriller

    Star Gold announced Dhurandhar TV premiere with a nationwide glitch across 20 channels. The film airs May 30 at 7 PM on Star Gold, Star Gold 2, and Colors Cineplex.

  • Akshay Kumar and Shilpa Shetty’s reunion at an award show leaves fans nostalgic

    Akshay Kumar and Shilpa Shetty’s warm reunion at the Pinkvilla Awards sparked nostalgia, reminding fans of their iconic films together and reigniting excitement to see the beloved on-screen duo return.

  • When Emraan Hashmi said he was ‘sick’ of kissing actresses in movies, ‘I reached a saturation point, I started this in 2003 but...’

    As Emraan Hashmi celebrates his birthday today (March 24), it’s the perfect time to revisit his candid reflection on a career phase that made him popular but also typecast him.

  • Despite retirement buzz, Arijit Singh approached makers for Bhooth Bangla song Tu Hi Disda

    Amid retirement buzz, Arijit Singh reportedly reached out to sing Tu Hi Disda from Bhooth Bangla, showcasing his instinctive musical choices and reaffirming his emotional connect with audiences through the romantic track.

  • When Ranveer Singh spoke about his struggles and failures before Dhurandhar: “There was no hope, phone wouldn’t ring for months, I was foolish…”

    Amid Dhurandhar’s success, Ranveer Singh’s old reflections on struggle, risk and authenticity resurface, where he emphasised perseverance, passion and belief, saying life has no failures, only lessons learned.

  • Do you know Ranveer Singh’s grandmother Chand Burke was a Bollywood actress and known as the ‘Dancing Lily of Punjab’? Details inside

    Ranveer Singh’s lesser-known connection to cinema traces back to his grandmother Chand Burke, a popular actress known as the Dancing Lily of Punjab, who worked in Hindi and Punjabi films.

  • Dhurandhar 2 box office collection Day 1: Ranveer Singh’s film creates history with Rs 100 Cr earnings, becomes Bollywood’s biggest opener

    Dhurandhar 2 creates history with a Rs 100 crore Day 1, boosted by strong previews and star power, beating Pathaan, Jawan, and Animal to set a new Bollywood opening record.

  • Dhurandhar 2 opens strong but sequel success remains a gamble for Bollywood

    In the post-pandemic period, sequels have, on average, earned about 43% more than their predecessors in real terms

  • When Shashi Kapoor refused to work with Mumtaz in Bollywood, called her 'Dara Singh ki heroine'

    Mumtaz recalled being dismissed by top actors like Shashi Kapoor early in her career, despite her talent, highlighting the industry’s bias and the struggles she faced before achieving success.

  • Sonali Bendre shares her unseen pics from 90's: ‘When photos were kinda blur but life was much simpler’

    Sonali Bendre shared a nostalgic video of her 1990s modelling and Bollywood photos, captioning it “when photos were kinda blur but life was simpler,” reminding fans of her iconic films and timeless style.

  • Sana Raees Khan says Shilpa Shetty's personality rights verdict reinforces that fame does not override privacy

    Legal expert Sana Raees Khan says Shilpa Shetty’s personality rights verdict reinforces that fame does not override privacy, stressing celebrities retain full control over the commercial and digital use of their identity.

  • Meet Raaj Kumar’s son Puru Raaj Kumar, who gave 10 flop movies, failed to become a star, and was charged for ramming his car while drunk driving

    Puru Raaj Kumar, son of legendary actor Raaj Kumar, struggled to succeed in Bollywood despite multiple film roles. After several flops and limited recognition, he eventually stepped away from mainstream acting.

  • Shah Rukh Khan features again on Hurun Global Rich List with net worth of Rs 10,800 Crore

    Shah Rukh Khan has again featured on the Hurun Global Rich List with an estimated net worth of USD 1.3 billion (Rs 10,800 crore), remaining one of the world’s richest actors. His wealth slightly declined from last year.

  • Rajkummar Rao pens an emotional note for his late mother on her death anniversary, calling her his 'best friend'

    Rajkummar Rao shared an emotional post remembering his late mother, Kamlesh Yadav, on social media. The actor often writes heartfelt messages about her and says he feels her presence and blessings even after her passing in 2016.

  • Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday share sweet selfie moment at News18 Showsha Reel Awards 2026

    Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday celebrated a memorable night at the News18 Showsha Reel Awards 2026, winning Star of the Year awards for Saiyaara and sharing a cheerful selfie together.

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