Hindustan Times (Gurgaon) - City
‘I LOVE DOING STUNTS’
Hollywood star Jason Statham on still doing his own stunts and shooting on a real ship for Mutiny
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or actor Randeep Hooda, photography has been a passion for years. He brought that love for the lens into his professional life with his 2024 directorial debut, Swatantrya Veer Savarkar, which recently earned him the National Film Award for Best Debut...
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NO MONKEYING AROUND AT THE WORLDS THIS TIME
For 18-year-old Unnati Hooda, making her World Championships debut, the measures show how seriously the hosts have taken January’s criticism: “The competition is returning to India after 17 years so of course it a huge responsibility to have a smooth...
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SRK, AJAY, TIGER GET FDA NOTICES
Weeks before winning gold at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, boxer Jaismine Lamboria was in a Mohali hospital battling a bacterial infection. After a 14-day treatment, the 24-year-old had barely three weeks to recover and prepare for the Games....
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NO OZEMPIC: SOHAIL
The actor opens up on his drastic transformation, denies taking weight-loss drugs
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ALL FOR THE NATION
AActor Vedang Raina marks India’s 80th Independence Day with an exclusive shoot with HT City as he reflects on how Main Vaapas Aaunga increased his love for the country
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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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#MyCity DELHI’S I-DAY PLANS
From 80-km pedal for 80 years of independence to Old Delhi’s kite flying traditions, here’s a look
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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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What’s going on at CINTAA? 11 members resign, Poonam Dhillon hits back
Abitter power tussle has erupted within the Cine and TV Artistes Association (CINTAA), with 11 members resigning amid serious allegations. Eight elected Executive Committee members, along with three co-opted members, have stepped down, alleging that...
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Delhi holds a special place for Grammy-nominated artiste Raja Kumari. In the Capital on Friday for Dhaagon Ki Sargam ,a National Handloom Day event by the Ministry of Textiles and the FDCI, the rapper-singer opened up about her roots, craft and her...
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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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NETAS GET GEN-Z CODED
AFrom GRWMs and AMAs to Snapchat and “clock it”, politicians are speaking the language of the scroll to connect with younger Indians
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#Showbiz HUMA QURESHI OPINES
The actor on her wedding plans, the value of smallbudget cinema and the burden of public scrutiny
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#Showbiz KANIKKA OR KIARA?
Actor Kanikka Kapur reacts on being mistaken for actor Kiara Advani in Batwara 1947 poster
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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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Dot your nails with this season’s latest trend
HOW TO DO IT AT HOME Start with clean, prepped nails and apply your chosen base colour Once dry, use a dotting tool, the rounded end of a bobby pin or any round-tipped tool to create dots Keep dots evenly spaced for a clean, graphic finish, or vary...
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KANGANA VS HRITHIK, AGAIN
Kangana Ranaut has hit back at actor Hrithik Roshan after he commented on a viral social media post saying that “the world owes an apology” to him. The post followed backlash against Ranaut over her remarks on recent student protests, including those...
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BEYOND THE CAMERA
On Friendship Day today, actors Abhishek Banerjee and Divyenndu pose for us as they trace their friendship that began in Delhi University and continues to thrive in Bollywood
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#Lifestyle DRESS AND JEANS AGAIN
The newest Y2K fashion resurgence is throwing on minidresses over a pair of denims. Here’s a dekko
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EVERY GENERATION INHERITS A DIFFERENT DREAM
We often think inheritance begins with wealth. In reality, it begins much earlier - with beliefs. Every generation inherits its own definition of success. For one generation, it meant stability. For another, ownership. Today, the dream is evolving once...
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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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KANGANA FIRES AT PROTESTERS
Actor and MP Kangana Ranaut has criticised participants in the CJPled student protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, which had demanded then-Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak and other examination...
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‘For 6 years I had no name for what I was going through’
Actor Sana Saeed recently opened up about her battle with bulimia, an eating disorder (ED) in which a person repeatedly eats too much and then forces themselves to vomit. She shared her journey on Instagram to help anyone suffering silently “feel less...
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New superheroes incoming!
Marvel Studios has dropped two major casting announcements at the San Diego Comic-Con, unveiling David Jonsson as the new Black Panther and Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider. Six years after Chadwick Boseman’s death, the legacy of Black Panther will be...
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REMEMBERING KARGIL
On Kargil Vijay Diwas, a look at films and shows that brought the bravery of the 1999 war to the screen
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There has to be a balance. It should not be done to satisfy the actor’s ego.
On the rising costs of celebrity entourages
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BADSHAH BIN BEGUM?
Actor Isha Rikhi’s emotional post has sparked concern over her marriage to rapper Badshah
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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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‘The global rise of K-pop is driven by how we communicate with our fans’
YEONJUN, the first member of Kpop boy band TOMORROW x TOGETHER (TXT) to venture solo, is riding high on the success of his recently-released second mini album, No Labels: Part 02. As K-pop has evolved into a multibillion-dollar global phenomenon,...
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Final fever grips the Capital
‘We really controlled the ball, played much better throughout, and honestly, we earned this win.’ The chants grew louder, the tension sharper, and every move drew a roar as football fans packed Instituto Cervantes New Delhi for the FIFA World Cup 2026...
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FOREVER GRATEFUL: WINNERS REACT TO NATIONAL HONOURS
From Kartik Aaryan’s dream come true and Manoj Muntashir’s ‘second chance’ to surprise calls and family legacies, the 72nd National Film Awards sparked deeply personal reactions across Indian cinema
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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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BABY, MESSI MET HIS MATCH… 19 YEARS AGO
Before they became World Cup rivals, Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal shared a bathtub moment, a rubber duck and one seriously prophetic photograph. In 2007, a shy, 20-year-old Messi was photographed helping bathe six-month-old Yamal during a UNICEF...
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‘A HISTORIC WIN’
Cricketer Sneh Rana on India defeating England in the women’s Test held in Lord’s last week
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Bollywood gets real, again
EETHA Based on: Who’s playing her: Shraddha Kapoor When: August 28 The USP: Among the defining stories of her resilience is that she returned to perform on stage shortly after giving birth. The Laxman Utekar directorial marks Shraddha’s return to the...
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MICHAEL OLISE 9.6M
JUDE BELLINGHAM MARCUS RASHFORD ENGLAND Most viral moment: A stadium-wide rendition of Hey Jude after Jude Bellingham’s winner, with David Beckham and son Romeo joining in. Famous fans: Former captain David Beckham and family! SPAIN Most viral...
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DIDN’T KNOW THEY WERE BIG STARS: CAFE MANAGER ON SERVING DAMON, NOLAN AND HOLLAND
After Matt Damon, Christopher Nolan and Tom Holland’s chai and bun maska stop went viral, the manager of the Mumbai café they visited shares what it was like hosting the trio It’s not every day that you spot three Hollywood heavyweights — American...
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Wimbledon’s starstudded stands
Wimbledon London turned into a who’s who of sports, as Sachin Tendulkar posed with Roger Federer, Brian Lara took the Royal Box, and Shubman Gill attended the men’s semi-finals on Saturday in style. Meanwhile, actor Ananya Panday added a Bollywood...
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THE WINNING DIET
As FIFA World Cup 2026 fever continues to grip fans, here’s a look at the diets that help football’s biggest stars stay fast, strong and match-ready
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WHAT’S UP, SWIFTIES?
Fans are lining up to buy trash and literal bags of air as souvenirs from Taylor Swift’s wedding
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MESSI MAGIC, VAR TRAGIC? EGYPT’S EXIT SPARKS DEBATE
It was a night that had everything — a stunning comeback, a recordbreaking Lionel Messi, VAR controversy and allegations that sparked a social media meltdown. Argentina looked headed for a shock exit against Egypt before three late goals turned a 2-0...
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City KRITI REVEALS SHE FROZE HER EGGS IN 2021: NOT EASY, BUT WORTH IT
Actor Kriti Sanon has revealed for the first time that she froze her eggs in 2021, sharing that she never wanted to feel tied down by a “need to get married now or have kids, keeping a timeline in mind”. Speaking on the Humans of Bombay podcast, the...
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TEARS AND CHEERS
World Chocolate Day special: From Indiangrown cacao and regional flavours to entertainment world’s sweetest chocolate moments, here’s a delicious deep dive into all things cocoa From Neymar’s tearful international farewell and Cristiano Ronaldo’s...
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SOORYAVANSHI: THE YOUNGEST EVER
On Saturday, cricket prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made history at England’s Old Trafford as he became the youngest to represent India in men’s international cricket. On his debut, the left-hander scored 14 off 10 balls, including two sixes. Within...
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A ₹100 CRORE BONANZA
Akshay Kumar’s Welcome To The Jungle crosses the box office milestone, trade overjoyed
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IT’S HAPPENING!
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding celebrations begins with a July 2 rehearsal dinner in NYC
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‘LUCKY TO BE ALIVE’
Actor Jasmine Bhasin recalls how her birthday trip turned into a health scare
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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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G2 gears up for crucial Hyderabad schedule
Eight years after Goodachari (2018) became one of Telugu cinema’s most acclaimed spy thrillers and a commercial success, actorwriter Adivi Sesh is raising the stakes with G2. A source close to the team tells us that the film’s next schedule will begin...
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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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Nobody has the right to ban an actor; nobody can ban art.
On Ranveer Singh being issued an NCD by FWICE after Don 3 exit
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THE POWER OF PINK!
From tennis courts to fashion runways, pink has become this summer’s boldest style signal
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SHORT IS HOT AGAIN!
From Aneet Padda to Kim K, celebs are rocking bobs. Here's how to pick the right hairstyle for you
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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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Tom-Zendaya: Here comes the wedding ring...
Days after actor Tom Holland confirmed that he and actor Zendaya had secretly tied the knot, the newlyweds turned heads at the Spider-Man: Brand New Day fan event in Berlin, Germany, on Monday, with Zendaya’s dazzling ring stack stealing the show. Her...
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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 Pataudi takeover, UK edition
SUPER(MAN) PLUS-ONE SARA’S best known for British actor Henry Cavill, Actor Sara Ali Khan joined Ascot. They an event at England’s Royal playing Superman, for and quintessential of Bollywood glamour served up a stylish blend British elegance.
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Preity Zinta gets Bombay HC nod to sue Google, Meta over deepfakes
Actor Preity G Zinta has been granted permission by the Bombay High Court to file a civil suit against Google LLC, Meta and several other entities over alleged AIgenerated deepfakes and unauthorised use of her identity. According to a report by Bar...
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Tom Holland confirms he’s married to Zendaya
After months of speculation — and an AI-fuelled wedding photo frenzy — actor Tom Holland, 30, has finally confirmed that he is married to long-time partner and SpiderMan co-star Zendaya. Rumours about their wedding have been swirling since January,...
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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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Vijay-Sangeetha divorce case adjourned to August 7
The divorce proceedings involving Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor Vijay and his wife, Sangeetha Sornalingam, saw no major developments on Monday, June 15, as the Chengalpattu Mahila Court adjourned the matter to August 7. According to an India...
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Gadar turns 25: Ameesha Patel recalls concern over casting opposite Sunny Deol
Actor Aamir Khan’s Lagaan (2001) is celebrating its 25th anniversary today, June 15. Ahead of the milestone, the star cast of the period sports drama and several notable members of the film fraternity, including Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan and...
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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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FIFA WC 2026 BEGINS
The opening ceremony of the international football tournament saw performances by artistes such as Shakira, Burna Boy and EJAE, among others, in Mexico on Thursday
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Her professionalism has not changed: Akshay Kumar on Raveena Tandon
fter delivering several hit films together, including Mohra (1994), Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi (1996) and Police Force: An Inside Story (2004), actors Akshay Kumar and Raveena Tandon are set to reunite on screen in Welcome to the Jungle. The two also...
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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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City WANTED TO DO THE MOVIES I DID’
Saif Ali Khan reflects on career setbacks, second chances and why audiences were far more forgiving when he entered the industry three decades ago Three decades into Bollywood, Saif Ali Khan believes longevity in the industry is a mix of hard work,...
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DRAMA ON THE LIPS
From Kareena Kapoor Khan to Ananya Panday, here’s how to wear celeb-approved oxblood lips
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‘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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