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City FOREVER GRATEFUL: WINNERS REACT TO NATIONAL HONOURS
KARTIK AND MAMMOOTTY SHARE BEST ACTOR Kartik Aaryan won his first National Award for his portrayal of Murlikant Petkar in Chandu Champion. “A dream I’ve carried for years has finally come true. Forever humbled, forever grateful,” he wrote on Insta....
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AAMIR GETS THREAT
Aamir Khan has reportedly received a death threat allegedly linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, the latest Bollywood celebrity to be targeted
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MAKE IT ‘FRICY’!
Summer fruits paired with spicy toppings like chilli crisps and black salt are social media’s latest food obsession, dominating this season’s menus
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MESSI X BABY YAMAL
19 years after their charity photoshoot, Messi and Yamal are set for a face-off at FIFA WC final
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ALL ABOUT CYCLOSPORIASIS, THE ‘EXPLOSIVE DIARRHOEA’ SURGE IN THE US
Since May, at least 7,000 people across 34 states in the US have been reported to have contracted cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal illness, dubbed ‘explosive diarrhoea’ on social media. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is tracing produce items,...
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Haaland, Haaland, he’s blue… and he has a raccoon!
The Internet’s favourite Norwegian may already be missed at the World Cup, but Erling Haaland made sure his homecoming was anything but dull. Returning to Norway on Monday after his team’s historic quarter-final run, the 25-year-old stepped off the...
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City SOUTHEAST ASIA, WITH CAUTION?
The recent tragedies in Bangkok and Vietnam may not deter Indian tourists, but travel experts expect greater scrutiny of operators, safety protocols and adventure experiences For Indian travellers planning an overseas holiday, Southeast Asia continues...
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DIDN’T KNOW THEY WERE BIG STARS: CAFE MANAGER ON SERVING DAMON, NOLAN AND HOLLAND
It’s not every day that you spot three Hollywood heavyweights — American actor-producer Matt Damon, British-american filmmaker Christopher Nolan and English actor Tom Holland — sipping chai and tucking into bun maska at a local eatery in India. But...
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‘I AM SINGLE; LOVING THE SUCCESS’
His relationship status sparks almost as much curiosity as his film choices. Fresh off the success of Main Vaapas Aaunga, a film that went from a disappointing start to one of the year’s most talked-about success stories, Vedang Raina has plenty on his...
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TANISHQ X RAHUL MISHRA SHINE AT PARIS COUTURE WEEK
Tanishq Natural Diamonds and designer Rahul Mishra unveiled The Signature Couture Edit at Paris Couture Week 2026 on Monday, marking a one-of-its-kind foray between the jewellery brand and the couturier. The collection was showcased alongside Mishra’s...
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A tearful Ronaldo bows out of his final WC
Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup dream came to a heartbreaking end as Portugal crashed out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday with a 0-1 Round of 16 defeat to Spain in Texas. The Portuguese captain appeared almost in tears after the final whistle,...
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SATLUJ VANISHES AFTER 48 HOURS: WHAT HAPPENED?
After years of censorship battles, title changes and release delays, Diljit Dosanjh’s long-delayed film finally reached audiences without cuts — only to disappear from ZEE5 within two days. As speculation grows, no official explanation has emerged For...
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here may not be any official pictures of ride singer Taylor Swift just yet, but her wedding to NFL star Travis Kelce was nothing short of a celebrity style parade. rom Selena Gomez to Dakota Johnson, ere’s who wore what at the black-tie elebration at...
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₹100 CRORE;
Akshay Kumar-led Welcome To The Jungle has crossed the ₹100-crore gross mark in India, with trade website Sacnilk pegging its current gross collection at approx ₹116.27 crore. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh believes the film has connected with audiences...
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‘I learned comedy by watching Akshay, Johnny and Arshad’
Disha Patani may be basking in the success of Welcome To The Jungle, but the actor says the film gave her a newfound appreciation for comedy — a genre she now believes is among the toughest to master. “Making people laugh is much harder than it looks....
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‘SALMAN ASKED IF I WAS SURE ABOUT REALITY TV’
Actor, director, and producer Sohail Khan is set to make his reality show debut with Alliance. Calling it an opportunity to move beyond being only seen as “Salman Khan’s brother”, Sohail says, “In the show, there’s no family name to lean on. No...
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Nora Fatehi cheers Morocco’s giant-killing night
My love for football reignited in 2022 when I watched Morocco go from being a team that no one really cared for to suddenly becoming the underdog that won everyone’s hearts and reached the semi-finals,” says Nora Fatehi, as Morocco scripted another...
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Misogyny isn’t a punchline Audiences drew the line
The “₹370 biryani” controversy became one of the most discussed social media talking points of the year after comments made by an audience member during comedian Pranit More’s show went viral. The fallout extended beyond social media, leading to public...
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SPLITSVILLE FOR AKANKSHA, GAURAV
Actor Akanksha Chamola, 35, shocked everyone at the premiere of a reality TV show with the revelation that she and husband, actor Gaurav Khanna, 44, are getting a divorce. She said, “Gaurav (and I) are getting a divorce. We have been living separately...
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WELCOME TO INDIA
Hollywood actor and R&B singer Tyrese Gibson arrived at Jamnagar airport in Gujarat on Friday evening, reportedly on a special invitation from the Ambani family
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An emotional Neymar Jr. marked his return to the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Thursday, fighting back ears as he stepped onto the field or Brazil after a 981-day absence rom the national team. The 34-year-old, Brazil’s allime leading scorer with 79 goals n...
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‘Being in a race with others is boring’
It began in 2024 and has continued well into 2026 — Kriti Sanon’s successful run at the movies shows no signs of slowing down. It started with Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, followed by the heist comedy Crew and a darker turn in Do Patti. 2025...
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THE G.O.A.T STILL HAS IT
Defending champions Argentina may have another World Cup in sight, but one thing is already clear: Lionel Messi is far from done. In his sixth FIFA World Cup appearance, the 38-year-old became the tournament’s all-time leading scorer with 18 goals,...
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PANKAJ TRIPATHI RUSHES TO PATNA
On Monday, reports emerged that actor Pankaj Tripathi’s elder brother, Vijayendranath Tripathi, was attacked with a sharp object and seriously injured in Bihar’s Gopalganj district. HT City has learnt that the actor has since reached Patna to be by his...
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Baby on board: Samantha and Raj expecting first child
Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu is expecting her first child with filmmakerhusband Raj Nidimoru. The news comes a little over six months after the pair tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in Coimbatore. An insider source tells HT City, “Yes, it is true....
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YOGA HAS ANSWERS
International Day of Yoga: Actor Neha Dhupia on why yoga remains her constant, her foundation, her very core
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The mother of all reunions: Vozinha gets his World Cup wish
From a tearful postmatch confession to becoming one of the breakout stars of the ongoing FIFA World Cup, Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha’s fairytale run is about to get even more emotional. The 40year-old shot to global fame after making seven crucial...
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TOKENISM?
Amid renewed speculation about actor Govinda and Sunita Ahuja’s marriage, their daughter Tina Ahuja has reacted to rumours surrounding the couple’s alleged separation and reports linking the actor to an affair. “Clickbait is taken from somewhere, and...
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Samantha admits myositis diagnosis changed her ‘egoistic’ outlook as an actor
Actor Samantha recently opened up on her complicated relationship with fame, saying a diagnosis of her autoimmune disorder myositis in 2022 changed her outlook on life and career. The actor reflected on how sudden fame shaped her early years in the...
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Ram Charan, Upasana share first glimpse of twins on anniversary
Actor Ram Charan and his wife, businesswoman Upasana Kamineni Konidela, gave fans a wholesome surprise on their 14th wedding anniversary on Sunday. Marking the special occasion, the couple shared a rare photograph on social media, offering the first...
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Abdu Rozik, Prince Narula in payment controversies
ABDU ROZIK CLAIMS NOT BEING PAID FOR BIGG BOSS 16 Tajikistani singer and influencer Abdu Rozik, known for his stint in Bigg Boss 16, has accused his former management team of withholding his earnings and misappropriating his income. “I worked with...
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I’ve worked all my life to reach here: Nora on sharing FIFA WC stage with Katy Perry, Lisa
Singer-actor Nora Fatehi took centre stage at the FIFA Club World Cup 2026 opening ceremony in Toronto on Friday, performing Siir Siir, the official track from the tournament’s music album. The song, which Nora sings and features in alongside French...
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The FIFA World Cup 2026 is officially underway, and it began with a concert as grand as the tournament itself. More than 80,000 fans packed Mexico City’s iconic Estadio Azteca on June 11 as global music stars, dazzling performances and Mexican cultural...
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ONE STAGE, TWO CONTROVERSIES, ONE BIG QUESTION
JWho gets cancelled, who gets a pass? In less than a week, two viral crowdwork clips from comedian Pranit More’s shows have sparked a wider debate on consent, medical ethics, public shaming and where society should draw the line ust days after the...
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Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, Sharan Sharma to wed next month
Actor Akansha Ranjan Kapoor and filmmaker Sharan Sharma, best known for directing Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl (2020) and Mr & Mrs Mahi (2024), are set to tie the knot next month. We have exclusively learnt that the couple will marry in Mumbai on...
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OLD SONGS, NEW HITS: B’WOOD DEBATES THE REMIX TREND
I don’t have any problem with recreations, but when I am there and the writer is there, why not give us a film to create? Can’t we recreate or remix our own songs that we have created with our heart and soul? From Chunnari Chunari (Biwi No. 1, 1999)...
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WANTED TO DO THE MOVIES I DID’
Three decades into Bollywood, Saif Ali Khan believes longevity in the industry is a mix of hard work, timing and a fair bit of luck. The actor, recently seen in the cop drama Kartavya, admits his early years were far from smooth, despite perceptions...
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ARMY OFFICER’S PROPOSAL SPARKS DECORUM DEBATE
Amarriage proposal by an Indian Army officer moments after receiving his wings has sparked a debate online over military decorum and personal expression. The moment unfolded on June 2 at the Combat Army Aviation Training School near Nashik,...
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City ‘THE ATTITUDE OF ‘MERE KARNE SE KYA HOGA’ CANNOT EXIST TODAY’
On World Environment Day, actor Bhumi Satish Pednekkar says her journey as a climate advocate began long before she entered films. Recalling her days as a “curious, troubled, worried teenager” who feared for the planet’s future, the actor, who serves...
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DELHI HOTEL
The devastating fire that ripped through Flourish Stay B&B in Malviya Nagar on Wednesday morning, killing at least 21 people (18 foreign nationals) and injuring several others, has left Delhi shaken. As investigators probe the blaze, believed to have...
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Viral but NOT REAL
May 2026 may well be remembered as the month deepfakes went mainstream in celebrity culture. Within weeks, actors including Madhuri Dixit, Katrina Kaif, Urvashi Rautela and Rukmini Vasanth found themselves battling Aigenerated images and videos that...
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JAYEIN TOH AYEIN KAHAN?
With Prime Minister Narendra Modi championing domestic travel, Indians are eager to explore their own backyard this summer. The only problem? Everyone seems to have had the exact same idea at the exact same time. As the summer break hits its peak,...
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Actor Jacqueline Fernandez, alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar and his wife Leena Maria Paul and 14 others have been summoned on June 3 after a Delhi court ordered the framing of money laundering charges against them in the ₹200-crore extortion case...
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‘When it comes to mangoes, I never worry about the sugar City rush! Alphonsos are my fave’
Actor Nikita Dutta is thrilled about mango season being back! In a summer shoot with us, she shares how she waits the whole year for the king of fruits When we were kids, we had two mangoes divided among the three of us. Almost every day, I would...
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Jankee Mehta on donating 90 packets of breast milk and why awareness matters
Singer-actor Jankee Mehta recently revealed that she donated nearly 90 packets of breast milk after realising her daughter Rumi, born in August last year, no longer needed her stored supply once she started solids. “I thought, if this milk isn’t going...
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New Baywatch, OG charm
Actors Michael Bergin, Kelly Packard and David Chokachi, who were a part of the hit series Baywatch in the 1990s, returned to their lifeguard duties as the trio was pictured filming scenes for the upcoming reboot of the series in Venice Beach,...
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‘WE ARE NOT BANNING RANVEER SINGH’
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE)’S decision to issue a Noncooperation Directive (NCD) has sparked reactions across the film industry and on social media. While many questioned whether a film body can “ban” an artiste, FWICE...
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RANVEER SINGH TO BE BOYCOTTED BY BOLLYWOOD?
Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has issued a Non-cooperation Directive (NCD) against actor Ranveer Singh amid his reported fallout with filmmakers Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani over his exit from The directive, issued on Monday,...
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ANANYA’S BHARATANATYAM ACT GETS TROLLED
Monday morning saw social media abuzz with Ananya Panday and Lakshya’s new film Chand Mera Dil, but not for the plot or the actors’ performances. Clips of Ananya performing what is a fusion Bharatanatyam choreography in two key sequences drew sharp...
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The Cannes regular traded classic gowns for a theatrical white tuxedo with sequins, feathers and power shoulders
Actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan turned up the drama for her final Cannes 2026 appearance on Saturday, stepping onto the closing ceremony red carpet in a sharply tailored all-white tuxedo by designer Cheney Chan. Styled by Mohit Rai, the sequinned look...
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‘I WAS SKEPTICAL’
Actor Paramvir Singh Cheema is enjoying the success of surprise hit series Sapne Vs Everyone Season 2 and Punjabi debut Pitt Siyapa. He admits the show’s success leave more impact on him.
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MATT TO REPLACE RYAN
Matt Damon is ‘in talks’ to star in the next feature film from Daniels, says The Hollywood Reporter
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‘I beg for an audition; I’m very comfortable with it’
Actor Radhikka Madan says she still “begs for auditions” despite earning praise for her performances, admitting that every project feels like a “do or die” situation. The actor, recently appreciated for her work in Subedaar by filmmaker Hansal Mehta,...
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The ‘Melodi’ universe strikes again — this time with Melody toffees
On the final leg of his fivenation tour, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Italian PM Giorgia Meloni over dinner in Rome on Tuesday. Soon after, Meloni shared a video thanking Modi for gifting her a packet of Melody toffees, instantly sending social...
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ON ‘STAYING ALIVE’ WITH THEATRE
The actor is currently busy with his new theatre play Jaane Pehchaane Anjane, which comes to Delhi this week after being staged in Mumbai last weekend. “I have been performing my one-man show Kucch Bhi Ho Sakta Hai for the last 21 years. But this is a...
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STARTED FINISHED
Saif Ali Khan says audiences no longer relate to the classic ‘confused privileged guy’ romcom hero, but admits he still has ’one romcom left’ in him Over a career spanning more than three decades, Saif Ali Khan has explored genres across films and...
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YOGRAJ SEEKS ANTICIPATORY BAIL
Former cricketer and now actor Yograj Singh, 68, has sought anticipatory bail following an FIR filed against him Chandigarh on May 14. The complaint was made by a local advocate over alleged anti-women dialogue by his character in the web series The...
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Bringing my culture to the Cannes felt special: Huma Qureshi
Actor-producer Huma Qureshi spotlighted Indian craftsmanship at the French Riviera on Saturday during the ongoing Cannes Film Festival. She adorned a plum-hued Banarasi saree with gold zari detailing and temple jewellery, a look she describes as a...
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‘MAINE SAARE TABOO TOPICS KHATAM KAR DIYE HAIN’
His career spans 14 years, and he already has a National Award to his name, apart from the moniker ‘clutter breaker’. Actor Ayushmann Khurrana, currently tickling the audience’s funny bone with his latest flick Pati Patni Aur Woh Do (PPAWD), spoke on...
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Goal-den trio: BTS, Shakira, Madonna to rock FIFA’S first-ever halftime
The 2026 FIFA World Cup (June 11-July 19) is set to make history beyond football. In a major announcement on Thursday, FIFA revealed that global music icons Madonna, Shakira and BTS will headline the tournament’s first-ever halftime show during the...
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CANNES OR CAN’T-SEE? INTERNET ZOOMS IN ON ALIA BHATT
Viral videos from Cannes triggered debate online after users claimed photographers appeared focused elsewhere while Alia Bhatt waved on the red carpet Alia Bhatt’s Cannes 2026 appearance sparked unexpected social media debate late Tuesday night after...
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Amish Tripathi denies reports of Ranveer Singh acquiring Shiva Trilogy rights
Multiple reports on Monday claimed that actor Ranveer Singh had acquired the rights to author Amish Tripathi’s bestselling Shiva Trilogy under his production banner, Maa Kasam Films. The reports further suggested that the actor had partnered with Birla...
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‘WED IN INDIA’ PUSH SPARKS FRESH INTEREST IN LOCAL DESTINATION WEDDINGS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal to reduce nonessential foreign exchange spending has struck a chord with India’s wedding industry. Addressing a public rally in Telangana on Sunday, the PM urged citizens to avoid unnecessary foreign travel and...
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The global success of the recently released series, If Wishes Could Kill, has turned its cast into overnight stars. Riding the success, South Korean actor and singer Kang Mi-na opens up about the experience, the pressures that came with it, and what...
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THE MOTHERS BEHIND IPL STARS
From financial struggles to emotional support during career setbacks, the mothers of several IPL stars played defining roles
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BCCI’S CRACKDOWN ON IPL TEAMS
After multiple protocol breaches at the ongoing IPL 2026, the BCCI has issued an 8-page SOP advisory to all teams. Check out the list
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THE HANTAVIRUS CRISIS
After 3 deaths and suspected infections aboard the MV Hondius, here’s a look at how a cruise ship became a quarantine drama
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OP SINDOOR TITLE FINALLY ALLOCATED TO A FILM
On the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor today, as India marks the triumphant strike against the Pakistan-based terror camps, production house Bihar Film Company has secured the official rights to use the title Operation Sindoor for a film. The...
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G-dragon under fire over racist shirt; agency apologises
South Korean rapper-singer G-dragon, aka Kwon Ji-yong, recently faced backlash after wearing a shirt featuring a Dutch racial slur during a performance in Macau, prompting an apology from his agency. The controversy began after G-dragon took the stage...
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VIJAY FEVER SPREADS ACROSS TAMIL NADU!
Actor-turned politician Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar, fondly called Vijay, is on the brink of making history as he leads his political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), in the polls of Tamil Nadu assembly elections. The early celebrations have...
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Huma Qureshi, Rachit Singh to marry in October
Actor Huma Qureshi and her beau, actor and acting coach Rachit Singh, who’ve largely kept their relationship private, are now gearing up for the next step. After details of their US engagement, we have exclusively learnt that the couple is reportedly...
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You have to abstain from being gullible and listening to a narrative.
On AR Rahman saying he got less work in B’wood over ‘communal thing’
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Actor-entrepreneur Malaika Arora on shutting down age stereotypes and why men are rarely questioned about their appearance
Fitness goals, fashion goals… You name any benchmark in showbiz, and chances are Malaika Arora has already achieved it. As the actor approaches three decades in the industry, she continues to remain relevant. This week on The Right Angle with Sonal...
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Did Diljit go gender-fluid on Fallon’s show?
Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh turned heads with a high fashion moment for his Tuesday appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Here’s decoding his look
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