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City KEEN TO DO AN INDIAN FILM
The South Korean star talks about his growing Indian fanbase and his latest hit Turning heads with his ripped physique and hard-hitting punches in the global hit Bloodhounds 2, South Korean star Woo Do Hwan has another reason to smile — his growing...
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He’s been in the film industry for almost 20 years now, and people swear by his school of filmmaking. Unrequited, often incomplete love (barring a few exceptions) forms an integral part of his stories. Yet, when you speak to him, he’s all heart....
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Tanishq reimagines the natural gemstone trend with ‘Hues’ as Triptii shines
Tanishq’s latest collection, Hues, was unveiled at an intimate showcase recently by actor Triptii Dimri; Pelki Tshering, chief marketing officer, Tanishq; and Garima Maheshwari, head of design, Tanishq. The actor’s look mirrored the essence of Hues:...
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THE BIG BOX OFFICE CLASH
KHOSLA KA GHOSLA 2- VVAN The sequel to the 2006 National Award winning comedy Khosla Ka Ghosla marks the return of its original cast of Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, Ranvir Shorey, Tara Sharma Saluja and Parvinn Dabass, with Ravi Kishan as the new entry....
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New jodis on the block!
Rohit Suresh Saraf and Sahher Bambba are reportedly set to share screen space in an upcoming film. While an official announcement is awaited, reports suggest the project has completed its scripting stage and is expected to go on floors in the second...
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Dhadak was the most successful debut film
Actor Janhvi Kapoor made her Bollywood debut in 2018 opposite Ishaan Khatter with Dhadak. Now, she has revealed struggling with depression despite her first film’s commercial success. “Every time anyone talks to me about my first film, they are like,...
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City
Veteran actor Brian Cox, best known for the series Succession and films such as Manhunter (1986) and Troy (2004), is no stranger to speaking his mind. The 79year-old has once again made headlines for his unfiltered remarks, this time aiming for several...
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SKY’S DHURANDHAR MOMENT
Cricketer Surya Kumar Yadav had a playful exchange when he recreated actor Akshaye Khanna’s viral step from Dhurandhar
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‘ANGRY, HAIRY MAN COVERED IN BLOOD GENRE DISTURBS ME’
He was Hindi cinema’s quintessential chocolate boy ever since his debut in Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na (2008) — until he disappeared from the screen in 2015. Eleven years on, his resurgence has been organic, driven by fans who kept asking, “Where is Imran...
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GAME ON: CITY PUBS SERVE IPL VIBES
Lucknowites have gone all out to cash in on the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) frenzy. With the state capital hosting Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) matches, the excitement is even more, with hotels, restaurants and nightclubs dishing out a host of...
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Priyanka visits Golden Temple, joins seva
Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas visited the Golden Temple on Tuesday, where she offered prayers and performed seva by cleaning utensils at Sri Darbar Sahib, dressed in a pink suit with her head covered with dupatta. Social media users praised the...
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‘THERE SHOULD BE STRONG LAWS AGAINST CYBERBULLYING’
Actor Bhumi Satish Pednekkar didn’t hold back as she spoke during a session on Monday at the just-concluded International Film Festival Delhi’s inaugural edition, getting candid about social media trolling and the need to support smaller films. In...
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Sonam-Anand welcome baby no. 2!
Actor Sonam A Kapoor, 40, and businessman Anand Ahuja, 41, have welcomed their second child, a baby boy, on March 29. Sharing the news on Instagram on Sunday, Sonam wrote that their “family has grown,” adding that their son Vayu is “overjoyed to...
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Rasha eyes South debut: I enjoy how all their films are larger than life
I have loved watching South cinema, be it the films of Prabhas sir, Jr NTR sir, Mahesh Babu sir. Just one film into her career, Rasha Thadani is already looking South. The 21year-old is set to make her South cinema debut with Srinivasa Mangapuram...
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DDH AT 18 MONTHS
Actor Varun Dhawan reveals that his daughter Lara was diagnosed with developmental dysplasia of the hip at 18 months; urges early detection
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WHISTLEPODU FOR SANJU SAMSON
One of the biggest talking points this season is wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson’s move to Chennai Super Kings in a high-profile trade, after years as the face of Rajasthan Royals. CSK brought him in to bolster their batting after a disappointing...
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VIRAT’S NEW INK GOES VEGAN City
Ahead of the Indian Premiere League (IPL) 2026, cricketer Virat Kohli has added a new tattoo using plant-based cruelty-free ink to his left arm. The tattoo, completed over 24 hours across three sessions (so far), restores his faded Shiva design with...
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PLAY HARD, WORK HARDER: IPL’S NEW RULEBOOK
From curtailed practice sessions and dressing room access to stricter dress codes and travel norms, the BCCI has introduced tighter, more disciplined rules for cricketers ahead of Indian Premier League 2026 starting on March 28 DEW RULE: BALL...
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BADSHAH WEDDING PICS SURPRISE FANS
Singer-rapper Badshah has reportedly married Punjabi actormodel Isha Rikhi. The news surfaced after Isha’s mother, Poonam Rikhi, shared a series of pictures and videos on Instagram on Tuesday. The photos show Badshah and Isha performing wedding...
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Lucknow
The song Sarke Chunar from KD The Devil has sparked controversy, from backlash over its lyrics to a reported fatwa against actor Nora Fatehi, who features in the track. Amid allegations that the outrage was orchestrated for publicity, director Prem has...
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INSIDE BTS’ BIG RETURN City
K-pop boy band BTS officially marked their group comeback after nearly four years with BTS The Comeback Live: Arirang concert, held on Saturday at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul. Here’s what went down
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City ‘I will never make Kabhi
IK3G... conic — the adjective doesn’t just describe the body of work, but the man behind it as well. Filmmaker-host-actor Karan Johar, in a candid chat on The Right Angle with Sonal Kalra, talks about everything under the sun — his upcoming films and...
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City DHURANDHAR-
For actor Danish Pandor, this Eid-ul-Fitr feels different, coming on the back of the success of his recent release Dhurandhar The Revenge. But he says his sense of gratitude remains unchanged. “The gratitude has always been there. Success is just a...
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NEW RULES TO SOAR HIGH
Frequent flyers and cabin crew alike are welcoming the new, ‘passenger-friendly’ rules for Indian airlines laid out by the DGCA
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‘OSCARS SHOULD HAVE MENTIONED DHARAM JI’S NAME’
The 98th Academy Awards missing out on legendary Indian actor, late Dharmendra’s mention in the televised In Memoriam section has not gone down well with his fans. Social media, since Monday morning, has been reacting strongly to the miss on the...
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THE BIGGEST ACTING SURPRISE
The Best Actor win had been one of the most closely watched contests all season. For months, industry chatter had pitted Timothée Chalamet and Leonardo DiCaprio in this race. But it went to Michael B Jordan for Sinners, picking up his first Oscar and...
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DESCRIBE ME’
Actor Naga Chaitanya’s heartfelt portrayal of Andhra fishermen earns critical acclaim and government recognition Actor Naga Chaitanya is riding a professional high. He recently won the Best Actor award at the Telangana Gaddar Film Awards 2025 for his...
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FROM INDIA TO PARIS: W FOR WOMAN TAKES CONTEMPORARY ETHNIC WEAR TO PARIS FASHION WEEK ELLI AVRRAM CHANNELS SPRING, THE PARIS WAY
Indian ethnic wear has stepped onto one of fashion’s biggest global stages. W for Woman, part of Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd., became the first major Indian wear retail brand to present its collection at Paris Fashion Week, showcasing its...
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‘WHY DOES AUDIENCE CARE ABOUT THE OPENING OF A FILM?’
Actor Bhumi Satish Pednekkar’s clarity of thought is refreshing in a world of rehearsed answers by celebrities. In the latest episode of The Right Angle with Sonal Kalra, she talks about her journey, troll culture and urges fans to support low budget...
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LARA’S RETURN FROM DUBAI: FELT LIKE AIRLIFT 2
Among many Indians stranded in the UAE during the bombings in the midst of the ongoing US Israel Iran war was actor Lara Dutta Bhupathi. After posting an emotional video on social media about the situation she was facing in Dubai, the actor is now...
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Allu Sirish: I introduced Nayanika as my wife even before our wedding
Actor Allu Sirish, 38, married businessperson Nayanika Reddy, 35 on March 6, and the reality has been sinking in. In his first interview since, Sirish says he had been introducing Nayanika as his wife even before the wedding. “It was easy to call her...
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Kuldeep Yadav set to marry on Saturday
After India’s victory at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, Indian cricketer Kuldeep Yadav is preparing for a new innings in his personal life as he gets set to marry his childhood friend Vanshika on Saturday, March 14 in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand. The...
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ABHISHEK SHARMA
India clinched the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup on Sunday night, defeating New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. While cricket fans celebrated the triumph, the players’ victory was also marked by heartfelt moments with family on the...
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B’WOOD REWINDS: ARE RE-RELEASES A GUARANTEE OF BOXOFFICE SUCCESS?
Bollywood is increasingly turning to its past to draw audiences back to theatres. Multiplexes have witnessed a steady rise in films returning to the big screen, from cult favourites to relatively recent titles finding a second theatrical life. In the...
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We deserve more equality and respect: Kabaddi Team captain Ritu Negi
When the Indian Women’s Kabaddi team lifted the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup last year, it marked a significant moment for women in the sport. Leading the side to victory was captain Ritu Negi, 33, whose journey came with its own challenges. Growing up...
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Ahead of International Women’s Day tomorrow, actor Huma Qureshi says women in Bollywood are flipping the status quo to build a truly inclusive industry
Along with compelling femaleled storytelling, we need more women in decision-making roles: more writers, directors, producers, studio heads. While change is coming in, we need more women to join the movement. I’m glad to see a growing number of women...
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ARJUN WEDS SAANIYA
Arjun Tendulkar, son of legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar, tied the knot with entrepreneur Saaniya Chandhok on March 5 in a star-studded ceremony in Mumbai
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Are Tom Holland and Zendaya already married?
Hollywood’s power couple, actors Tom Holland and Zendaya, seem to have said ‘I do’ in a quiet, secret ceremony, according to Zendaya’s stylist Law Roach. While walking the red carpet of the 2026 Actors Awards on Sunday, Law said during media...
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‘Acting is about taking City risks’
Shanaya Kapoor’s recent casting choices have sparked conversation. After making her debut in Aankhon Ki Gustakhiyan opposite Vikrant Massey, where their age gap drew attention, the actor is now seen in Tu Yaa Main Gourav, with their height difference...
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‘The mystery surrounding actors has faded’
Close to two decades into her film career, Aditi Rao Hydari has called out what she describes as a growing culture of “paid negativity” and agenda-driven narratives amplified by social media. While smear campaigns are not new, she believes the speed at...
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Of The White Lotus after being asked to audition
After weeks of speculation about Deepika Padukone’s return to Hollywood with the new season of The White Lotus, a report states that the actor will not be a part of the show because she refused to audition. “Auditions are a mandatory part of the...
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PRIYANKA REVEALS BEING ‘FORCED’ TO ANNOUNCE MM’S BIRTH
Actor-producer Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently revealed that she was “forced” to publicly announce the birth of her daughter, Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, during what she describes as a “personally traumatic time”. Speaking on the Jay Shetty podcast,...
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Flipperachi looks forward to finally watching Dhurandhar
Bahranian rapper Flipperachi, whose high-energy viral track featured in director Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar (2025), is excited to watch the film nearly three months after its release. The delay wasn’t by choice as the film was banned across several Gulf...
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SHE’S A WARRIOR
Actor Vicky Kaushal recently opened up about how fatherhood has transformed his life after welcoming his first child, Vihaan, with actor Katrina Kaif in November last year. Vicky revealed the journey has filled him with awe, especially for Katrina,...
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Kerala Story 2 director: Anurag ab maansik roop se durbal hain
The controversy around The Kerala Story 2 escalated on Sunday after director Kamakhya Narayan Singh criticised filmmaker Anurag Kashyap for calling the film “bulls**t propaganda.” Anurag (53) made the remarks while speaking to paparazzi in Kochi at...
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SRK visits Salim Khan at Mumbai hospital
Saturday evening saw actor Shah Rukh Khan visit veteran screenwriter Salim Khan at Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital, extending support to the Khan family after the 90-year-old’s recent health scare. Salim, father of actor Salman Khan, has been admitted...
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Indians treat cricketers with adulation usually reserved for movie stars: Dale
From roaring crowds in stadiums across the world to tense World Cup battles with nailbiting finishes, few cricketers understand the theatre of international cricket quite like former South African pacer Dale Steyn. In a recent interview, held on the...
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RAJPAL, WIFE ON LEGAL BATTLE: TAKING IT ONE STEP AT A TIME
Days after being granted interim bail and walking out of Tihar Jail on February 17 in a ₹9 crore cheque bounce case, actor Rajpal Yadav is choosing reflection over reaction. The 54-year-old, who travelled with his wife, Radha Yadav, to his hometown in...
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SUPER INKS FOR SUPER INNINGS
The batter represents England’s newer generation of cricketers who prefer small, geometric or symbolic tattoos. His ink is minimalist: clean lines rather than large statements. SHIMRON HETMYER The West Indies’ batter has bold and expressive ink,...
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‘I CRIED TO GET MY MONEY BACK FROM RAJPAL’
As Rajpal Yadav walked out of the Tihar Jail on Tuesday, thanks to the Delhi High Court granting him interim bail till March 18, he thanked the country and his industry for their support. “I will complete 30 years in Bollywood, in Mumbai in...
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‘My father paying for my genderaffirming surgery means a lot’
Cricketer Anaya Bangar, who is set to undergo genderaffirming surgery in Bangkok next month, feels her biggest victory is the acceptance she has received from her family, especially her father, former cricketer Sanjay Bangar. While her father...
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INDIA ROASTS PAK ON PITCH AND IN POSTS
Sunday night saw India thrash Pakistan in the T20 Cricket World Cup match. What followed was a social media storm and love for the men in blue
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STOP PRESS
Singer Shaan, who has seen the music industry evolve from a pre-social media era to today’s hyper-digital space, says he now enjoys engaging online, even if it comes with occasional unpleasant moments. Many younger users recognise him from an Instagram...
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Sunny Leone: I’m glad Mouni spoke up
Recently, actor Mouni Roy spoke about facing harassment while performing at a public event, urging greater respect for artistes. Actor Sunny Leone, who frequently performs at large shows has now weighed in. While she has not faced a similar situation,...
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Richa-Ali’s journey from friends to forever
Marriage doesn’t feel any different from a live-in relationship, except that now there are common things to consider: families, child, what you do for them and paying the bills. Today on Valentine’s Day, actorcouple Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal pose...
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‘I DIDN’T WANT TO DO A FILM FOR A SMALLER, INTELLECTUAL AUDIENCE’
Actor Shahid Kapoor has played brooding men before, but as O’Romeo releases today, he appears surprisingly at ease. Calm, measured, almost detached from the chaos his character brings to screen. Excerpts... O’Romeo is your fourth outing with filmmaker...
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RANVEER’S SIDE
The drama around Don 3 appears to be unfolding off screen. Actor Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Entertainment have reportedly been at loggerheads since Ranveer exited the third instalment of the franchise in December 2025. Ranveer’s entry into...
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HERE’S WHY MADDY COULDN’T ATTEND RDB REUNION
Where was Maddy? That was the question buzzing on social media when Rang De Basanti marked 20 years with a special screening on February 6. As director Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra reunited with cast members Aamir Khan, Soha Ali Khan, Siddharth, Sharman...
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THE RELEASE DATE SHUFFLE
In a span of just a few days, at least five films have altered their release dates in 2026. Some have been changed to dodge clashes, others because shoots and clearances are still underway. From strategic delays to pulling up the schedules, the...
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Kritika Kamra, Gaurav Kapur to tie the knot in March
Actors Kritika Kamra and Gaurav Kapur surprised fans when they made their relationship public in December. Now, we have exclusively learnt that the couple is gearing up for the next big step, with wedding bells set to ring in next month. According to a...
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‘THE YEARS WHEN NO ONE WANTED TO WORK WITH ME WERE PAINFUL’
Actor Rhea Chakraborty speaks candidly about her break from acting, the pain of being sidelined and why stepping back on set now feels healing After nearly seven years away from acting, actor Rhea Chakraborty returns to the screen with filmmaker...
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RIGHTS KI HERA PHERI?
In a strange twist of events, the Madras High Court has questioned producer Firoz Nadiadwala on whether his film, Hera Pheri 3 is being made at all, because a production house Seven Arts International- has claimed that they, and not Nadiadwala, own the...
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FASHION POLITICS
Our political leaders aren’t just making policies, but serving statements at the Parliament Budget Sessions. From nailing the quarter-zip trend to contemporising the elegance of sarees, here’s decoding the fashionable shift in political wardrobes
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When HT City spoke up
The Right Angle with Sonal Kalra was the first to question the behaviour of trolls, urging commenters to show more empathy, compassion and respect towards the actor. The Reel clocked 2 million views, nearly 94k likes and over 5k comments, including...
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DESI ROOTS, VIDESHI JERSEYS
They may wear different colours, but the batting stance, hustle and hunger feel familiar. Meet the Indian-origin players flying the flag for other nations at the World T20 ◄ UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Eight Indian-origin players feature in the USA...
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GRAMMYS STRIKE A CHORD, AND A NERVE
Music’s biggest night, the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, on Sunday delivered record-breaking wins, bold statements, and political satire Billie Eilish (right) with her brother, Finneas O’Connell; (inset below) the ‘ICE OUT’ pins sported by some of the...
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City FOUR DETAINED FOR FIRING OUTSIDE ROHIT SHETTY’S RESIDENCE
Four people were detained from Pune on Sunday in connection with the firing incident outside filmmaker Rohit Shetty’s Mumbai residence, police said. They were picked up from the Karvenagar and Dhayari areas in Pune during an operation carried out by...
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INFLUENCE
Actor Sobhita Dhulipala, who married actor Naga Chaitanya in December 2024, says that her professional path remains firmly independent of her marital ties to one of Telugu cinema’s most influential film families. After stepping away from work for over...
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THE BUDGET WISHLIST
From tax relaxations to streamlined SOPs boosting growth, here’s what the entertainment industry wants from the 2026 Union Budget, which will be presented on Sunday
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Tanishq Diamonds X Rahul Mishra shine at Paris Couture Week
For the fourth consecutive year, Tanishq returned to Paris Couture Week, reinforcing its journey from India’s most trusted jewellery brand to a globally aspirational luxury maison. The showcase marked its third collaboration with couturier Rahul Mishra...
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Genetic illnesses in my family, says Zakir
Stand-up comic Zakir Khan told his live audience during his January 18 show in Hyderabad that he is going on a long break owing to health reasons. Now, Zakir revealed that he is predisposed to some illnesses. “There are certain genetic illnesses in my...
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City
Social media influencer Orhan Awatramani aka Orry, has been dominating showbiz chatter lately, following unfiltered social media posts that have openly hinted at tensions with his former close friends, actor Sara Ali Khan and her brother, actor Ibrahim...
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NAME AND SHAME?
Actor-siblings Sara Ali Khan, Ibrahim Ali Khan unfollow social media personality Orry after he lists ‘Sara, Palak, Amrita’ as ‘worst names’
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City Deepti Sharma, Rani Mukerji champion power, pride and Nari Shakti this Republic Day
I want to inspire each girl in the country to follow their dreams because sapne zarur poore hote hain. Every girl is a mardaani and a warrior! As India prepares to celebrate its 77th Republic Day tomorrow, cricketer Deepti Sharma and actor Rani...
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‘Palaash was caught red-handed at wedding and beaten by female cricketers’
Actor-producer Vidnyan Mane has made allegations that appear to confirm what many had feared, that singer-composer Palaash Muchhal allegedly cheated on Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana. He has also accused Muchhal of cheating him of over ₹40 lakh,...
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I SW S S SS S ‘FU DARK’ R D UNSEALED CHATS
IT ALL STARTED... The Blake Lively–Justin Baldoni dispute traces back to the It Ends With Us press run in 2024, when rumours of friction began doing the rounds. The situation escalated in December 2024 after Blake filed a complaint alleging sexual...
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