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Desi bling’s Mirza sisters in Mumbai
From shopping on Hill Road in Bandra to indulging in the city’s famous street food, the fashionistas from Desi Bling brought their oomph to Mumbai. In a special shoot with us, they share their experience I want to collaborate with (filmmaker) Aryan...
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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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FOOTBALL’S LATEST POSTER BOY... AND A
Nearly a decade after singer Nick Jonas slid into actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ DMS, it turns out he is still doing some serious scrolling — only now, it is Bollywood gossip keeping him occupied. Priyanka, 43, joined husband Nick, 33, and his brothers...
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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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Ananya Panday shares glimpses from Pitbull’s record-breaking concert
Peaky Blinders; Jurassic Park Turns out, Wimbledon was only half of Ananya Panday’s eventful Friday in London. After turning heads at the men’s singles semi-finals at the All England Club, the actor headed to Hyde Park for Pitbull’s BST concert, and...
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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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Bollywood shows up for Akansha Ranjan Kapoor’s pre-wedding bash
Actor Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, who married filmmaker Sharan Sharma on July 11, hosted a glittering soirée for family and friends on Friday evening
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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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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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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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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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₹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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DEL TO HYD: COUTURE WEEK IS TRAVELLING!
Designer Have you ever heard of a fashion week packing its bags and going on a road trip? Well, it’s actually happening! For the first time ever, the most awaited fashion gala — the India Couture Week — is heading straight to Hyderabad for its opening...
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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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TAYLOR MADE FAIRYTALE
PRIVACY FIRST Team Swift isn’t taking any chances. Multiple reports claim guests have been asked to sign electronic non-disclosure agreements (NDAS), while invitations have reportedly been watermarked to prevent leaks and unauthorised sharing...
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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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SAIF ON ATTACKER: I WANTED TO FORGIVE HIM
Actor-producer Saif Ali Khan has said he would be open to forgiving the attacker involved in the burglary attempt at his Mumbai residence in Bandra last year on January 16, during which he was stabbed multiple times. Admitting that he genuinely...
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SUNEEL DARSHANSUNNY DEOL LEGAL FEUD REIGNITES
Filmmaker Suneel Darshan, has who been embroiled in a legal with battle Sunny Deol for over a decade after the actor allegedly walked out of Darshan’s film India in 2008, is back to seeking recourse. legal The filmmaker had originally for ₹20 sued...
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City
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 comedy Crew and a darker turn in Do Patti. 2025 brought intense...
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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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THEN NOW
The girls who grew up in the White House are all grown up! In 2009, Malia (10) and Sasha (7) stood beside their parents, Barack and Michelle Obama, as they began life in the White House as America’s First Family. Seventeen years later, the sisters, now...
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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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LUCAS HERNÁNDEZ NEYMAR JR (BRAZIL)
(FRANCE) An eagle, clockwork designs, scripts and geometric patterns dominate the French defender’s body art, giving it a sleek, graphic aesthetic. One of football’s most heavily tattooed stars, Neymar’s collection features faith-based messages,...
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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
Goals Game Time 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...
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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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Her professionalism has not changed: Akshay Kumar on Raveena Tandon
fter delivering several hit films together, including (1994), (1996) and (2004), actors Akshay Kumar and Raveena Tandon are set to reunite on screen in The two also famously dated in the 1990s before parting ways. Responding to a question from HT City...
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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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It’s confirmed! Jennifer Winget is all set to tie the knot
Actor Jennifer Winget recently set the rumour mill abuzz after a seemingly innocuous comment on a wedding dance Reel caught fans’ attention. Soon after, eagle-eyed followers noticed another intriguing detail: the actor had begun following several...
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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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(@Tinydhillon): “You want the young officer to sacrifice his life for the love of the nation, but you don’t want him to express his love for his fiancée. In the Army we say, ‘Youngster nahi karega, toh kaun karega.’ If you cannot find a fault in his...
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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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Viral but NOT REAL
ay 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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ROYAL ‘CHAMPIONS’ BENGALURU, AGAIN!
Royal Challengers Bengaluru defended their IPL title on Sunday, defeating Gujarat Titans in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Chasing 156, RCB rode on Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 75 off 42 balls to seal a second successive title. The...
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DELHI COURT FRAMES CHARGES AGAINST JACQUELINE, SUKESH
After withdrawing her plea to turn approver in the ₹200crore extortion case last month, actor Jacqueline Fernandez now faces money laundering charges alongside alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar Actor Jacqueline Fernandez, alleged conman Sukesh...
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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
ctors 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 Don 3. The directive, issued on...
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QUEEN FOR QUEEN
After trolls called her ‘old’, Kangana Ranaut called Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s looks at the Cannes Film Festival ‘glorious’
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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...
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COSMIC SPARKLE Two looks, one Cannes queen
After much anticipation over her appearance, actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan finally stepped onto the Cannes 2026 red carpet on Friday evening in a sculpted abyss-blue couture gown by Amit Aggarwal. The mermaid-finish silhouette, paired with a sheen...
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THAILAND’S VISA-FREE PARTY IS OVER FOR INDIAN TRAVELLERS
Thailand may remain one of India’s favourite foreign getaways, but spontaneous holidays just got a lot less easy. In a major policy shift, the Thai Cabinet has approved a proposal to end the relaxed 60-day visa-free entry scheme that travellers from 93...
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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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Was this Dhoni’s last IPL hoorah at CSK home ground? The mystery continues
When Chennai Super Kings (CSK) faced Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in a crucial clash on Monday, attention drifted from the result onto a lingering question: Was this MS Dhoni’s final IPL appearance at home ground Chepauk? Dhoni has not featured in the...
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STARTED FINISHED
Over a career spanning more than three decades, Saif Ali Khan has explored genres across films and OTT, from intense dramas like recently released to beloved romcoms such as (2004) and Salaam Namaste (2005). But the actor now feels Bollywood-style...
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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...
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Bringing my culture to 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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‘I can’t put a woman in boxes like abla naari, strong-headed’
It is important to tell stories of all kinds of women. What matters to me is how she rises above the difficult situation she is in. The story should not end with her feeling helpless. In a shoot with HT City Showstoppers, actor Nushrratt Bharuccha...
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I read the script in one sitting: Kang Mi-na on If Wishes Could Kill
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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DEVOLEENA BHATTACHARJEE
“A private room specially curated for moms to breastfeed and be with toddlers is something that should be made available on all sets. This will help for a smoother shoot too, as emergencies could be handled well without going to the vanity van,” says...
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‘PEOPLE SHOULD STOP TALKING ABOUT FILM BUDGETS’
Riteish Deshmukh is a relieved man, physically, mentally and emotionally. His latest labour of love, Raja Shivaji, has worked at the box office, especially in Maharashtra. His craft as a director, apart from acting, too has found praise. Speaking on...
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50,000 fans. 5 hours. Mexico says ‘Te Amo’ to BTS
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum with BTS members at the National Palace
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Vi a ’s eak detailin : GOAT number late sparks CM buzz
Actor Vijay appears to have already manifested his political victory. Contesting his first election with his newly-formed party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), he secured 108 of 234 seats in the recently held Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, emerging as...
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ALL THINGS INDIAN AT MET 2026
MANISH MALHOTRA The businesswoman wore a Gaurav Gupta saree that was crafted by kaarigars using pure gold threads. The bodice was handembroidered with 200 vintage mine-cut diamonds from her mum, businesswoman Nita Ambani’s personal collection. She...
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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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Karl Urban on levelling up with Mortal Kombat after The Boys: It belongs to fans
After becoming a globally recognised name with web series The Boys, Kiwi actor Karl Urban is now stepping into another massive pop-culture universe. He will be seen in the upcoming film Mortal Kombat II, based on the iconic video game franchise. For...
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