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Padmaavat writer on Swara’s remarks: Jauhar was the reality of those times
After Swara Bhasker called jauhar in Padmaavat ‘problematic’, Prakash Kapadia (above) calls it rooted in research As actor Swara Bhasker continues to face backlash for her remarks about the depiction of jauhar in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Padmaavat...
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PM MODI’S ‘SWADESHI’ PITCH ENTERS WEDDING SEASON
When Prime Minister Narendra Modi renewed his “Wed in India” call in May, it was a pitch to keep big-ticket celebrations, and their spending, closer home. On September 1, as he hailed India’s 7.8% Aprilne growth, he returned to the Swadeshi essage with...
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Gal Gadot to pass the Wonder Woman torch?
Hollywood actor Gal Gadot, best known for playing Wonder Woman in the DC Extended Universe films, has recently shared an update that dashes the hopes of fans eagerly awaiting her return. The 41-year-old actor, who will next be seen in the The Runner,...
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Naruto director Hayato Date: I do add Indian elements
For a generation of anime fans, Naruto is more than just a Japanese series — its orange-clad ninja hero has become one of the genre’s most recognisable global characters. Hayato Date, who directed Naruto and later Naruto: Shippuden, says Indian...
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Dil Chahta Hai gang reunites, but where are Sid & Shalini?
Twenty-five years after Dil Chahta Hai made Goa road trips, friendship and growing up feel impossibly cool, its gang came together again in Mumbai on Friday — well, almost. Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan and filmmaker Farhan Akhtar reunited to celebrate 25...
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ESCAPE AMID DISASTER
As rescue operations continue in flood-hit Nepal and Tibet, actors caught in the region recount their narrow escapes
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I always wanted a wedding that had my culture’s nuances.
On her fantasy wedding with Naga Chaitanya
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Kriti’s Raksha Bandhan ad withdrawn after backlash
Jewellery brand GIVA has withdrawn its Raksha Bandhan campaign featuring actor Kriti Sanon after it sparked a social media row over her revealing outfit and the way the festival was portrayed. Actor-mp Kangana Ranaut also weighed in without naming...
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EID AT THE QURESHIS
Actor Huma Qureshi shares food is central to the family celebrations for Eid-e-milad-un-nabi
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IMPPA member responds after Ranveer warns of legal action
Eight months after actor Ranveer Singh exited actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar and producer Ritesh Sidhwani’s Don 3, the controversy surrounding the project continues. In the latest development, Ranveer’s legal team has reportedly submitted a letter to...
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Pagal kar dete ho tum log: Kareena tells paps after third pregnancy rumours
After a couple of days of speculation surrounding a possible third pregnancy, Kareena Kapoor Khan has now set the record straight. The actor was spotted in Mumbai again on Saturday and, as she got into her car, she jokingly told the paps, “Pagal kar...
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SAIF X PRIYADARSHAN
Teaming up with Priyadarshan for the first time in Haiwaan, actor Saif Ali Khan says that the filmmaker reminds him of his father, late Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi
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WHY DEEPIKA REALLY LEFT?
Spirit’s co-producer, Pranay Reddy Vanga, has claimed that the actor demanded a 10% share of the film’s profit
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Mujhe koi ₹5, ₹10, ₹100 crore mein bhi nahin khareed sakta: Rajpal
Actor Rajpal Yadav has defended his standing in the film industry amid his recent financial and legal troubles, saying his personal difficulties should not define his career. The comments came in the context of a bounced cheque case that led to his...
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‘I FELT I DESERVED THE RECOGNITION EARLIER’
Chess Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi’s Tuesday began like any other day, until his phone didn’t stop buzzing with congratulatory messages as he walked out of the Delhi airport. It was only when Vidit got a call from the Sports Authority of India (SAI) that...
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WHAT’S COOKING ON FILM SETS? INSIDERS REVEAL FOOD HYGIENE LAPSES AFTER FDA RAID
Nobody will be spared, says Tukaram Mundhe Maharashtra FDA recently issued show-cause notices to actors Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff over their roles as brand endorsers in advertisements for Vimal Elaichi. The agency suspects the...
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Indian films that have such a positive influence on people’
South Korean actor Kang Hoon has an India connect already: he is a self-confessed fan of the Aamir Khan-starrer 3 Idiots (2009), a film he says taught him tenacity. Now leading the romantic K-drama My Bias Is My Boss, the 35-year-old says India has...
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Kpop Demon Hunters’ EJAE shows off rings ahead of wedding
KPop Demon Hunters singersongwriter EJAE has given fans a rare glimpse into her ine-year relationship ith fiancé Sam Kim, owing off their wedding gs (inset left) ahead of their November nuptials. EJAE rose to global fame through Kpop Demon Hunters and...
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Main Vaapas Aaunga
Actor Vedang Raina marks India’s 80th Independence Day with an exclusive shoot with HT City as he reflects on how increased his love for
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FRAMES OF PARTITION
On Partition Horrors Remembrance Day today, here’s a look at the Bollywood films that turned the lens on the pain, violence and scars left on the people of India by the 1947 Partition
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10 YEARS, 5 KIDS AND FINALLY MARRIED!
Cristiano Ronaldo married longtime partner Georgina Rodríguez in Portugal, exactly a year after their engagement
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#Showbiz IS 2026 YEAR OF THE YOUTH?
On International Youth Day today, Prahlad Kakkar, Suhel Seth and Soni Razdan weigh in on how Gen Z is changing perceptions of youth
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Credit card scam fallout landed me in the hospital: Kirti Kulhari
PI got caught in a whirlwind of affairs. We as humans can only surrender, as everything passes. [email protected] D ays after news emerged that actor Kirti Kulhari had fallen victim to a credit card fraud of around ₹2.42 lakh, she says dealing...
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ACCEPTED ME AS THEIR OWN: RAVI KISHAN ON BEING DUBBED LORD RAVI
Ravi Kishan may not have set out to become the internet’s latest obsession, but social media had other plans. The actor and Member of Parliament has lately found himself at the centre of a meme frenzy, with his expressions, dance moves and distinctive...
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MIDNIGHT MUSINGS
Cricketer Rishabh Pant’s unfiltered midnight land plea sparks meme fest, evoking a response from Uttarakhand Chief Minister Dhami
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#Showbiz PRIYANKA X RUSSELL
Priyanka Chopra Jonas is set to star opposite Oscar winner Russell Crowe in sci-fi thriller Bluefly
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Handloom, but make it Gen Z
Aadrika Sominder FROM LOOMS TO INSTA Discovering niche handloom is getting easier as Gen Zforward labels leverage social media and online retail to reach digital-first shoppers. Brands like Otsü — which translates Nagaland’s 16-tribe heritage into...
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Our superhero stories to the world’
The recently released trailer of director Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana has garnered massive buzz. Actor Kajal A Kitchlu, who portrays Mandodari in the upcoming film, is glad that the epic is being positioned for the global audience. “I really believe that...
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LOVE, RINGS, AND GOLDEN FINALE
TATE MCRAE GOES GOLD AT LOLLAPALOOZA Canadian singer-dancer Tate Mcrae surprised fans during her set at Lollapalooza in Chicago on Sunday when she dipped into a pool of gold paint while performing her song Sports Car. Tate walked barefoot up a set of...
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Ronaldo and Rodriguez set for an August 8 church wedding?
The coming weekend might see a big celebrity wedding, as footballer Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly set to marry his longtime partner, Spanish-argentinian model and influencer Georgina Rodriguez, on August 8. The couple got engaged in August 2025. As...
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Jugni singer files complaint over alleged Aimanipulated clip
Singer Sonu Thukral has filed a complaint with the Delhi Police’s cybercrime unit over an allegedly Ai-manipulated clip from his recently released song Jugni, featuring actor Jacqueline Fernandez. The track, sung by Thukral and B Praak, was released...
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ABHISHEK & DIVYENNDU’S BOND BEYOND THE CAMERA
[email protected] n the words of legendary American essayist Ralph Waldo Emerson, “It is one of the blessings of old friends that you can afford to be stupid with them.” Few friendships embody that sentiment better than the twodecade-long bond...
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NEW LOVE IN ARYAN’S LIFE?
Filmmaker Aryan Khan has sparked fresh dating speculation after being spotted leaving a London casino with Danish singer Vinnie Takair
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Grammys defend Asian Pop category after BTS pullout
The Recording Academy has defended its newly introduced Best Asian Pop Music Performance category after K-pop band BTS announced that it would not submit its music for consideration at the 2027 Grammy Awards. All seven BTS members shared a joint...
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‘I LOST 18KG BY CHANGING HOW I EAT’
Actor-politician Ravi Kishan opens up about losing 18kg through a fruit-heavy, flexible diet and regular exercise At a time when weightloss drugs dominate transformation conversations, actorpolitician Ravi Kishan says he relied on dietary changes and...
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When the Guru isn’t who you expect
Shovana Narayan, Kathak guru “For me, it’s a paragraph from Gandhi’s autobiography. Ramchandra Gandhi once asked me to reread the story of Rambha from his grandfather, Mahatma Gandhi’s autobiography. She was the family help who comforted a frightened...
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Ohh My Dog pushed to avert clash and avoid OMG 2 mistake, says Amit Rai
Actor Pankaj Tripathi’s upcoming film Ohh My Dog, which was scheduled to release on July 31, has been postponed by a week and will now hit theatres on August 7. Explaining the reason behind the decision, director Amit Rai told Screen, “We made a...
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Newlyweds Tom Holland and Zendaya speak about growing up together on set, sharing the screen again, and the food memories they carry from every project
Nearly a decade after the franchise that brought them together, Hollywood star couple Tom Holland and Zendaya will be seen in the fourth film Spider-man: Brand New Day, on the heels of The Odyssey. During the London leg of promotions, the newlyweds...
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IT’S DONE, BRO! Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns; protesting students claim victory; celebrity reactions pour in
Singer Armaan Malik and actor Aahana S Kumra were among the first to post Actor Abhishek Banerjee’s post. Earlier, he had changed his DP to that of a cockroach Author Tahira Kashyap Khurrana Actor Alia Bhatt’s post celebrating the students’...
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4 months into marriage, all not well between Badshah and Isha?
Isha Rikhi has set social media buzzing with an emotional post featuring moments from her relationship and wedding with rapper Badshah. The reel ends with a photograph of a teary-eyed Isha being comforted by him. “Every storm is a lesson. Every prayer...
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SUPPORT ON THE MENU
At Jantar Mantar, support is arriving one delivery bag at a time. As students continue their protest, citizens, restaurateurs and volunteers are sending in meals, water and hydration supplies through food delivery apps. Several orders reportedly carry...
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HANUMANKIND,
As protesters marched towards Parliament in Delhi on Monday over education-related concerns, several members of the film industry reacted after the demonstration turned tense Rapper There’s no justification for this kind of force being used against...
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A TROPHY AND A TOUCH OF STARDUST City
The Spanish team lift the World Cup Trophy after it was presented by US President Donald Trump and FIFA president Gianni Infantino Sixteen years after their maiden triumph, Spain lifted their second FIFA World Cup title with a 1-0 extra-time win over...
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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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City
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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