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Details are emerging about a scam in which a bullion trader based in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad received payment for 2.1 kg of gold in fake notes featuring Bollywood actor Anupam Kher’s face. On Wednesday, the city Crime Branch arrested three individuals who disclosed the details of their plan. The accused are identified as Deepak Rajput, 32, […]
Veteran actor Atul Parchure, widely known for his roles in The Kapil Sharma Show and several other popular television series, has sadly passed away at the age of 57 on 14th October. The actor had been battling cancer for several years. His remarkable comedic talent and significant contributions to both television and film will be […]
Renowned scriptwriter, film director, and producer Rajkumar Hirani has been honoured with the Madhya Pradesh government’s National Kishore Kumar Award for 2023. The esteemed award was presented to Hirani on Sunday at an event in Khandwa, the birthplace of the legendary singer, by MP Tribal Affairs and Bhopal Gas Tragedy Relief and Rehabilitation Minister Vijay […]
The gang of Lawrence Bishnoi has taken responsibility for the murder of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique, while also issuing fresh threats to Bollywood star Salman Khan. The assassination of Siddique, known for his close ties to Khan, marks a significant escalation in the long-standing vendetta between Bishnoi and the actor. Siddique, a prominent political […]
Actor Divya Khosla took aim at Alia Bhatt, accusing her of falsifying the box office figures for her latest movie, Jigra. Divya claimed that Alia bought tickets to her own film and reported ‘false earnings’ to mislead the public. On Saturday, Divya criticised Alia on her Instagram Stories by posting a photo of an empty […]
The political and film industries suffered blows on Saturday night when armed attackers in Mumbai shot and killed senior politician and former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique. In addition to his wide range of political connections and his capacity for unity, Siddique was well-known for throwing extravagant ‘iftar’ parties that drew the best of Bollywood. A […]
The organisers of the 2024 MAMI Mumbai Film Festival have announced that veteran actor Shabana Azmi will receive the ‘Excellence in Cinema Award’ in recognition of her remarkable 50-year career. On October 18, Azmi will receive the award from the Mumbai Academy of Moving Image (MAMI), which hosts the annual film gala, according to a […]
The trailer for Singham Again, starring Ajay Devgn, has been released and is drawing a range of responses from fans and critics alike. While many praise the action-packed thriller, others express more tempered reactions. Among those impressed is filmmaker Karan Johar, who hailed the trailer as a “mass entertainer”. The film, directed by Rohit Shetty, […]
The Delhi police issued notices to Bollywood actor Rhea Chakraborty, comedian Bharti Singh, and her husband Harsh Limbachiyaa seeking them to assist in the investigation of an app-based scam that is estimated to be about Rs 500 crore, an official said on Saturday. On Thursday, the Delhi police said they had uncovered the fraud involving […]
In an unexpected collaboration, Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt made an appearance at Grammy-winning DJ Alan Walker’s concert in Bengaluru. Several videos and photos of her interacting with the crowd have been circulating online. In one clip, Alia took to the stage to enthusiastic cheers, greeting the audience with, “Namaskara Bengaluru. Surprise, surprise.” She smiled and […]
Bollywood actor and Shiv Sena leader Govinda sustained an accidental gunshot injury at his home in Mumbai on Tuesday. He was taken to the hospital and is now out of danger. He was getting ready for a trip to Kolkata when the accident happened at 4:45 am. His knee has been injured by a gunshot. […]
The 74-year-old veteran Bollywood actor Mithun Chakraborty will receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Information & Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shared the news on X (formally Twitter). “Mithun Da’s remarkable cinematic journey inspires generations! Honoured to announce that the Dadasaheb Phalke Selection Jury has decided to award legendary actor, Sh. Mithun Chakraborty Ji for his iconic […]
Devara: Part 1, featuring Jr NTR in the lead role, has grossed over Rs 200 crore globally within two days of its release. Released on Friday, the pan-India film earned Rs 172 crore on its opening day. Devara: Part 1 also stars Janhvi Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan, both making their debut in Telugu cinema, […]
Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan has lauded Congress leader and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi as a courageous politician who has a remarkable capacity to take criticism. During the India Today Conclave, he said, “I like a brave and honest politician.” When asked whom he considers to be a courageous politician capable of leading India […]
Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt made a spectacular debut at Paris Fashion Week on Monday. She looked stunning as she walked the ramp, representing the cosmetics brand L’Oreal Paris. She appeared wearing a metallic silver bustier paired with a black off-the-shoulder jumpsuit. She added a pink touch to her lips for makeup. She seemed far more […]
This year marks veteran actress Shabana Azmi’s 50th year in the Indian film industry. The 13th edition of the International Film Festival of South Asia (IFFSA) Toronto 2024 will recognise her contributions to cinema in honour of her exceptional career. The festival will run from October 10 to 20. It will feature a tribute presentation […]
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has received a legal notice from Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) in New Delhi on Friday, seeking that Kangana Ranaut’s upcoming film Emergency not be released because they claim it will “incite communal tensions” and “spread misinformation.” It claimed that “erroneous historical facts that not only misrepresent the Sikh […]
Celebrities including Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla, Hrithik Roshan and Amitabh Bachchan are included in the 2024 Hurun India Rich List. The Hurun India Rich List, which was unveiled on Thursday, is an annual list prepared by the Hurun Report, which tracks and rates the wealth of the richest people and families in […]
The makers of the horror-comedy Stree 2, featuring Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor, announced on Sunday that the film has surpassed Rs 500 crore in global box office takings. The Hindi film, which is a sequel to 2018’s Stree, is directed by Amar Kaushik and produced by Maddock Films’ Dinesh Vijan. On its X account, […]
Gulzar once said lyrics should “amaze or amuse”, or otherwise no one would care. In his six-decade career as a poet-lyricist, he certainly stuck to this principle. His best work in the first half of his career was with R.D. Burman. After a lull following Burman’s death, with composers like A.R. Rahman, Vishal Bhardwaj and […]
