Hindustan Times (Gurgaon) - City
IT’S A LIE: SARGUN
Ravie Dubey and Sargun Mehta shut down pregnancy rumours after fresh speculation surfaced online.They calls the viral reports “a lie”
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THE ‘THANDA-BASTA’ SPECIAL
More gossip, more fun, more food for thought... Season 3 of The Right Angle with Sonal Kalra ,is finally here! A new episode drops every Friday at 7pm on YouTube
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NOT FROM GALGOTIAS!
From tech showcase to trending joke, social media has erupted in brutal (and hilarious) memes about Galgotias University’s ousting from the ongoing AI Summit in Delhi
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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 2027....
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‘NOW AT PEACE WITH MIRROR’
Anaya Bangar, daughter of former cricketer Sanjay Bangar, on waiting 5 years for genderaffirming surgery
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No replacement for hard work: Shehnaaz Gill
Actor Shehnaaz Gill talks about keeping the right mindset, banking on her fans’ support, and carefully experimenting with her fashion choices as she shoots for HT City Showstoppers
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City
In an industry increasingly driven by aggressive PR visibility, Sobhita Dhulipala says the constant amplification is not for her. Even as many celebrities lean into round-theclock buzz, the actor maintains she prefers a more measured presence. “Over...
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RAVEENA’S SHIVBHAKTI
On Mahashivratri today, actor Raveena Tandon reflects on her deep faith in Lord Shiva, calling Him “all-loving, allforgiving, universal entity”
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B’WOOD UNDER FIRE?
From shots being fired outside Rohit Shetty’s residence to the constant death threats being sent to Ranveer Singh, is the mafia culture back to tinsel town? We speak to industry insiders
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THE CONFLICTED HERO
In an exclusive interview, actor Shahid Kapoor talks about creative honesty, family validation and bridging the gap between mass and meaningful cinema
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SONU’S HELPING HAND
Sonu Sood confirms Rajpal Yadav for upcoming film following his cheque bounce case surrender
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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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RHEA’S COMEBACK
Actor Rhea Chakraborty opens up about the emotional struggle of being away from her acting career due a prolonged period of legal battles and public scrutiny
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RIGHTS KI HERA PHERI?
The legal tussle over the rights of Hera Pheri is heating up amid buzz around its third instalment
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WHEN FASHION MEETS POLITICS
Our political leaders aren’t just making policies, but also serving fashion statements at the Parliament Budget Sessions
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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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‘The response to Ikkis has been very encouraging’
It almost feels as though Simar Bhatia was meant for the big screen. With her girl-nextdoor charm and an easy, natural presence, the actor has already begun to carve a space for herself among her contemporaries. As she shoots for HT City Showstoppers,...
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GRAMMYS STRIKE A CHORD, AND A NERVE
Bad Bunny has become the first artiste in the 68year history of the Grammys to win album of the year with a record sung entirely in Spanish Billie Eilish (right) with her brother, Finneas O’Connell; (inset below) the ‘ICE OUT’ pins sported by some of...
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ALL ABOUT ORANGE ECONOMY
From Institute of Creative Technology to content creator labs, the 2026 Budget focuses on the creative economy
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RANI REJECTS LABELS!
In the latest edition of Stars in the City, actor Rani Mukerji meets fans, plays games and candidly rejects labels like ‘female-oriented cinema’
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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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Gurugram
In a shocking (and quiet) move, actor Janhvi Kapoor, among filmmaker Karan Johar’s most fiercely guarded protégées, has exited his talent roster Dharma Collab Artists Agency (DCAA) and signed with another agency. Karan has earlier produced six of...
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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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Gurugram
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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EU’s diplomatic nod to Indian crafts at R-Day
In a heartwarming gesture towards India’s crafts and culture, President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen opted for a quintessentially Indian brocade outfit as Chief Guest at the 77th Republic Day Parade on Monday in Delhi. Fashion...
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‘LOVE FOR INDIA IS A WAY OF LIFE’
With the Tricolour unfurled at her Mumbai home, reflects on pride and purpose, on screen and off, in a Republic Day shoot with HT City
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R-DAY ’26: NARI SHAKTI
Ahead of Republic Day celebrations, cricketer Deepti Sharma and actor Rani Mukerji came together as proud flag bearers for an HTCity exclusive
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R-DAY PARADE MEET THE DEBUTANTS
NARI SHAKTI Simran Bala, Assistant Commandant, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) is a 26year-old from Jammu and Kashmir. She will lead an allmen contingent, making her the first female officer to command over 140 male personnel at the annual...
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WHERE ARE THOU ROMEO?
Actor Nana Patekar left the trailer launch of O’Romeo in Mumbai after he was kept waiting for over an hour by his co-stars
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BRB, TAKING A BREAK
On Tuesday, a video from comedian Zakir Khan’s recent show in Hyderabad went viral after he spoke about taking a ong break from work to focus on his ealth. Addressing the audience, Zakir aid the hiatus could last three to five ears, potentially until...
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Fashion frat mourns the loss of Valentino
Fashion brands pay heartfelt tributes to the Italian powerhouse ”He was in love with colour just like we Indians are - it is a central part of our celebrations! While Western couture is dominated by black, his tribute to that scarlet hue, now a...
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City LOVE & WAR RELEASE ‘NOT’ POSTPONED TO 2027
With several tentpole releases locking in dates for late 2026 and 2027, chatter around big-screen timelines has only grown louder, and Love & War is the latest to be pulled into it. A recent update suggested that Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film, starring...
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AR RAHMAN SPARKS DEBATE
The singer’s recent ‘communal’ remark triggered sharp reactions from Javed Akhtar, Anup Jalota and Shobhaa De
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HONEY LEAVES BAD TASTE
Explicit onstage remark at Delhi concert puts rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh at the centre of a fresh controversy, triggering backlash online
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‘WANT AADYA TO EXPERIENCE MAKAR City SANKRANTI CELEBRATIONS’
On Makar Sankranti, a festival of renewal, gratitude, and harvest, actor Shreyas Talpade joins HTCity for a special shoot where he shows his kite flying skills and gorges on tilgul (jaggery and sesame candy). He shares his thoughts on the festival,...
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VIEWERS KNOW WHAT TO TAKE FROM DHURANDHAR
After nearly 15 years of navigating auditions, actor Danish Pandor is basking in widespread recognition for his role as gangster Uzair Baloch in Dhurandhar (2025). The 38-year-old credits the “overwhelming” appreciation in part to his co-stars Ranveer...
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Proud to have promoted Homebound in Hindi abroad; even made Scorsese say ‘namaste’: Vishal
Actor Vishal Jethwa has been travelling the world since last year to promote his Oscarshortlisted film Homebound (2025). Through it all, one constant for him, whether in India or abroad, has been his strong connection to the Hindi language. On World...
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2026, WHY SO DRY ON THE BIG SCREEN?
Despite big releases such as Shah Rukh Khan’s King, Salman Khan’s Battle of Galwan, Akshay Kumar’s Bhooth Bangla and Welcome To The Jungle, Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam 3, and Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar Part 2 lined up for 2026, the Hindi films release...
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CRITICS CHOICE AWARDS
From Jacob Elordi to Timothée Chalamet, here’s a round-up of who won the top honours
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‘WE HAVE BEEN EACH OTHER’S SAHARA’
Ishaan Khatter has had a dream run on screen over the past year. One of the biggest highlights was Neeraj Ghaywan’s Homebound — India’s official entry to the Oscars 2026. The film, starring Ishaan alongside Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor, even made it...
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Nupur Sanon confirms wedding to Stebin; flaunts huge diamond ring
Most celebrity couples prefer to keep their relationships private until marriage. So when reports urfaced that actor Nupur Sanon is et to marry singer Stebin Ben, fans waited for confirmation. As reported arlier, the couple is expected to tie he knot...
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SRK under fire as KKR’s IPL 2026 roster includes Bangladeshi player
Kolkata Knight Riders’ decision to sign Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman for ₹9.2 crore at the IPL 2026 auction on December 16 has drawn criticism in India, with several leaders linking the move to recent reports of violence against Hindu...
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Love, lights and 2026
As the clock struck 12, star couples rang in the New Year together, giving fans a front-row seat on Instagram, while the city celebrated in its own style
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Franchises and more franchises
AKSHAY KUMAR-PRIYADARSHAN (BHOOTH BANGLA) This actor-director duo has given us cult hits such as Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007), Hera Pheri (2000) and Bhagam Bhag (2006). Now, 20 years later, they will reunite for the horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla and possibly...
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THE A TO Z OF 2025
From the Saiyaara craze to Saif Ali Khan’s stabbing and Smriti Mandhana’s cancelled wedding, the year was packed with drama, action, and more
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V’S ‘NAMASTE’ TRIGGERS FRENZY OVER BTS INDIA STOP IN 2026
BTS fans in India, collectively known as ARMY, are abuzz after group member Kim Taehyung, popularly known as V, appeared to hint that the K-pop supergroup could include India in its 2026 world tour. During a live chat with fans on Saturday, the...
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‘SUCCESS AKSHAYE KE SAR PE CHADH GAYI’
After delivering two major hits in 2025 — Chhaava and Dhurandhar — Akshaye Khanna emerged as one of the year’s most bankable actors. But the 50-year-old is now making headlines for a less flattering reason: his sudden exit from Drishyam 3, amid rumours...
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ZYDUS PINKATHON MUMBAI SETS WORLD RECORD FOR INCLUSION
Bringing together over 5,300 women participants, the 10th edition of the Zydus Pinkathon Mumbai, held on December 20 and 21 at the MMRDA Grounds, BKC, reaffirmed its position as one of India’s largest women’s running event. The two-day meet featured 3...
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Dharma denies plagiarism claim by author over Homebound
Dharma Productions has denied author and journalist Puja Changoiwala’s allegation that its film Homebound directed by Neeraj Ghaywan plagiarises her 2021 novel of the same name, calling the claims “baseless and unfounded”. The production house also...
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City
Actor Varun Dhawan slips into full festive mode on Christmas today, turning Santa for a special shoot with HT City — complete with a sleigh and plenty of cheer. “Christmas time means togetherness, celebrating friends and family,” he shares. Looking...
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RANVEER QUITS DON 3?
Amid Dhurandhar’s success, the actor has reportedly exited Don 3; now prioritising Pralay
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DAVID GUETTA TURNS SUNBURN INTO A GIANT SING-ALONG
Global EDM icon David Guetta, who last performed in India in 2017, turned Day 2 of Sunburn Festival in Mumbai into a full-throttle celebration as thousands sang along to his set. Taking over the main stage, the DJproducer wasted no time igniting the...
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MALLIKA @ WHITE HOUSE
The actor, who attended the Christmas celebrations at the US President’s residence, shares the deets
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GEN Z TURNS ZEN G
The generation is choosing commitment over casual hookups and IRL meet-cutes over swipe culture
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WEDDING BABYSITTER
Decoding the growing trend of hiring trained professionals to babysit kids at weddings
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RAKUL SLAMS DOCTOR
Actor Rakul Preet Singh denies plastic surgery claims, warning people against fraud doctors
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BOLLYWOOD BABIES
From Katrina-Vicky to Kiara-Sidharth, 2025 was all about actors stepping into the new role of parenthood and embracing it to the fullest
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You can’t see me... anymore: John Cena retires; celebs share tributes
Legendary WWE superstar John Cena has officially closed the curtain on his inring wrestling career after 26 years, concluding a farewell run that culminated in his final match at Saturday Night’s Main Event XLII on December 13. Cena (48) tapped out to...
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SHOLAY 4K RE-RELEASE
Ramesh Sippy dedicates Sholay: The Final Cut (1975) 4K version to the late actor Dharmendra
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XMAS WONDERLAND
Christmas baubles are shining bright and have beautifully taken over the city. Here’s what you must check out for your décor from INA and Khan Market
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Vishal blasts Anuv’s act; but Neha, Chaar
Singer-composer Vishal Dadlani slammed musician Anuv Jain for an “embarrassing” act during English musician Jacob Collier’s Mumbai concert on November 30. A clip showing Anuv crooning his hit Baarishein alongside Jacob has viewers criticising the...
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‘Happy to see Bobby make a huge comeback’
Ramesh Taurani, co-producer of Race 3 — Bobby’s comeback film in 2018 after a career slump — is thrilled with the actor’s return to the limelight. He says, “Bobby was a star even before his debut film… I can’t describe the craze people had for him even...
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‘NEEDED MORE SILENCE’
The intrusive pap culture has been a hot topic of discussion, especially after actor-MP Jaya Bachchan’s recent remarks. Actor Vijay Varma, who returned with Gustaakh Ishq after a 14-month break, says the gap feels bigger because he once had frequent...
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AAMIR OPENS HIS HEART: ON REENA, KIRAN & GAURI
Celebrated actor-filmmaker Aamir Khan, long known as Bollywood’s Mr Perfectionist, has often drawn attention not just for his work but for the unusually warm relationships he maintains with his former partners. On Sunday, at the 2025 Hindustan Times...
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SHAGGY ON DRIVING IN INDIA
The musician says driving in India is ‘the craziest he has ever seen in the world’, calls the traffic like ‘nothing else’
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CELEB WATCH LIST
Actor Shilpa Shirodkar opens up about her current OTT watch, her viewing routine, and binge-watching partner
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TIËSTO’S INDIA TOUR
EDM icon is set to return to India for a three-city tour next year
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The King shows why he’s The King!
Cricketer Virat Kohli once again stole the spotlight, this time in Raipur on Wednesday, smashing his 53rd ODI century in the second match against South Africa, his second ton in consecutive games after the one in Ranchi. With this knock, Kohli extends...
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RAJAN SHAHI’S YRKKH CREATES HISTORY WITH
Indian television celebrates a landmark moment as Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai (YRKKH), produced by Rajan Shahi’s Director’s Kut Productions (DKP), achieves the extraordinary milestone of 5000 episodes, further strengthening its position as India’s...
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SAMANTHA-RAJ ARE MARRIED!
On Monday, actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu put all speculation about her relationship to rest by sharing her wedding photos with filmmaker Raj Nidimoru, one half of the acclaimed director duo Raj & DK, confirming their intimate ceremony at the Ling Bhairavi...
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Taapsee Pannu calls AQI crisis inevitable, says clean air cannot be a luxury
Actor Taapsee Pannu, who grew up in Delhi and now lives in Mumbai, says the alarming air-quality levels in both cities come as no surprise. With AQI readings touching hazardous levels over the past week, she says the crisis was “inevitable”. “It’s not...
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RAJINIKANTH @ IFFI
‘If there are 100 more janams, I’d like to be born as Rajinikanth,’ says the Tamil actor as he was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award
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I’ve received a lot of proposals. I don’t want to misbehave with anyone using my fame.
On receiving marriage proposals from fans
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