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‘ANGRY, HAIRY MAN COVERED IN BLOOD GENRE DISTURBS ME’
He was Hindi cinema’s quintessential chocolate boy ever since his debut in Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na (2008) — until he disappeared from the screen in 2015. Eleven years on, his resurgence has been organic, driven by fans who kept asking, “Where is Imran...
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GAME ON: CITY PUBS SERVE IPL VIBES
With a new season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) underway, fans are returning to their familiar ritual of enjoying match nights with friends, food, and plenty of drinks. And it’s this social side of cricket that restaurants across Mumbai are...
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Priyanka visits Golden Temple, joins seva
Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas visited the Golden Temple on Tuesday, where she offered prayers and performed seva by cleaning utensils at Sri Darbar Sahib, dressed in a pink suit with her head covered with dupatta. Social media users praised the...
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‘THERE SHOULD BE STRONG LAWS AGAINST CYBERBULLYING’
Actor Bhumi Satish Pednekkar didn’t hold back as she spoke during a session on Monday at the just-concluded International Film Festival Delhi’s inaugural edition, getting candid about social media trolling and the need to support smaller films. In...
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Former cricketer Harbhajan Singh got into a full-blown war of words on social media after being trolled for his commentary in the ongoing IPL KONKONA-RANVIR MAKE A JOINT APPEARANCE
Actors and former couple Konkona Sen Sharma and Ranvir Shorey were spotted attending the match together on Sunday. The duo, who married in 2010, divorced in August 2020 and share a 15-yearold son, Haroon Shorey. This comes not long after Konkona was...
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Rasha eyes South debut: I enjoy how all their films are larger than life
I have loved watching South cinema, be it the films of Prabhas sir, Jr NTR sir, Mahesh Babu sir. Just one film into her career, Rasha Thadani is already looking South. The 21year-old is set to make her South cinema debut with Srinivasa Mangapuram...
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DDH AT 18 MONTHS
Actor Varun Dhawan reveals that his daughter Lara was diagnosed with developmental dysplasia of the hip at 18 months; urges early detection
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WHISTLEPODU FOR SANJU SAMSON
One of the biggest talking points this season is wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson’s move to Chennai Super Kings in a high-profile trade, after years as the face of Rajasthan Royals. CSK brought him in to bolster their batting after a disappointing...
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Vishakha Pandit
n World Theatre Day today, Anupam Kher says the stage still unsettles him, in the best way. “Nervousness is still there… I don’t eat on the day of a show, I’m petrified,” admits the 71year-old, adding that the fear is what keeps him “alive” as an...
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PLAY HARD, WORK HARDER: IPL’S NEW RULEBOOK
DEW RULE: BALL CHANGE To counter the impact of dew, which often affects the grip and control of the ball, the bowling side in the second innings can now request a ball change after the 10th over. From curtailed practice sessions and dressing room...
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INDRIYA’S MODERN EXPRESSION OF HERITAGE JEWELS
Indriya, Aditya Birla Jewellery, presented Orizon at Lakmē Fashion Week X FDCI in collaboration with designer Amit Aggarwal, recently. With Orizon, Indriya, Aditya Birla Jewellery and Amit Aggarwal look at tradition as something that inspires the...
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Bigger stories. Bigger entertainment. It starts here!
Lights, cameras, big announcements and an entire galaxy of stars — the recent Prime Video Presents India event turned into a full-blown celebration of entertainment as the streaming service unveiled its biggest Indian slate yet. With nearly 55 upcoming...
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INSIDE BTS’ BIG RETURN
K-pop boy band BTS officially marked their group comeback after nearly four years with BTS The Comeback Live: Arirang concert, held on Saturday at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul. Here’s what went down
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THE WORLD BIDS FAREWELL TO ITS FAVOURITE TOUGH GUY
TRIBUTES POUR I Soon after the news broke, tributes to Norris poured Speaking to reporters outside the White House, US President Donald Trump described him as a “great guy” and a “tough cookie”, adding, “You didn’t want to fight him, I’ll tell...
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‘I will never make Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham 2’
Iconic — the adjective doesn’t just describe the body of work, but the man behind it as well. Filmmaker-host-actor Karan Johar, in a candid chat on The Right Angle with Sonal Kalra, talks about everything under the sun — his upcoming films and the...
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City DHURANDHAR-
For actor Danish Pandor, this Eid-ul-Fitr feels different, coming on the back of the success of his recent release Dhurandhar The Revenge. But he says his sense of gratitude remains unchanged. “The gratitude has always been there. Success is just a...
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NEW RULES TO SOAR HIGH
Frequent flyers and cabin crew alike are welcoming the new, ‘passenger-friendly’ rules for Indian airlines laid out by the DGCA
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‘OSCARS SHOULD HAVE MENTIONED DHARAM JI’S NAME’
The 98th Academy Awards missing out on legendary Indian actor, late Dharmendra’s mention in the televised In Memoriam section has not gone down well with his fans. Social media, since Monday morning, has been reacting strongly to the miss on the...
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THE BIGGEST ACTING SURPRISE
The Best Actor win had been one of the most closely watched contests all season. For months, industry chatter had pitted Timothée Chalamet and Leonardo DiCaprio in this race. But it went to Michael B Jordan for Sinners, picking up his first Oscar and...
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DESCRIBE ME’
Actor Naga Chaitanya’s heartfelt portrayal of Andhra fishermen earns critical acclaim and government recognition Actor Naga Chaitanya is riding a high professionally, having recently won the Best Actor award at the Telangana Gaddar Film Awards 2025...
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FROM INDIA TO PARIS: W FOR WOMAN TAKES CONTEMPORARY ETHNIC WEAR TO PARIS FASHION WEEK ELLI AVRRAM CHANNELS SPRING, THE PARIS WAY
Indian ethnic wear has stepped onto one of fashion’s biggest global stages. W for Woman, part of Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd., became the first major Indian wear retail brand to present its collection at Paris Fashion Week, showcasing its...
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‘WHY DOES AUDIENCE CARE ABOUT THE OPENING OF A FILM?’
Actor Bhumi Satish Pednekkar’s clarity of thought is refreshing in a world of rehearsed answers by celebrities. In the latest episode of The Right Angle with Sonal Kalra, she talks about her journey, troll culture and urges fans to support low budget...
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City
Actor Kritika Kamra and TV presenter-cricket commentator Gaurav Kapur tied the knot on Wednesday at their home in Mumbai STOP PRESS Bahraini rapper and singer Flipperachi, who sang the popular song, FA9LA in Dhurandhar, has cancelled his upcoming...
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How restaurants across India are coping with the LPG shortage
The commercial food sector across India is grappling with the ripple effects of the US-Israel and Iran conflict. The ongoing crisis in the Gulf has pushed global oil prices higher and disrupted energy supply routes. This includes LPG cylinder shortages...
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‘I DIDN’T MEAN TO INSULT RAJPAL’
Days before the Delhi High Court granted actor Rajpal Yadav 30 days of interim bail in a ₹9 crore cheque bounce case, filmmaker Priyadarshan had said in an interview that the actor’s financial troubles stemmed from “poor education”. The director has...
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Fans spot extra Shakira show! Third concert in India?
It seems global pop star Shakira has added a second Mumbai show to her India tour next month following overwhelming demand. The extra concert, scheduled for April 11 at Mahalaxmi Racecourse, comes a day after her originally announced Mumbai date on...
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BOLLYWOOD REWIND
As over 25 Hindi films re-released in the year gone by, we speak to trade analysts and industry insiders on the trend of re-releasing old films and what the box office report card says
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SLIP INTO STYLE
Take a look at how celebrities are taking lingerie out of the bedroom and onto the runway
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Ahead of International Women’s Day tomorrow, actor Huma Qureshi says women in Bollywood are flipping the status quo to build a truly inclusive industry
Along with compelling femaleled storytelling, we need more women in decision-making roles: more writers, directors, producers, studio heads. While change is coming in, we need more women to join the movement. I’m glad to see a growing number of women...
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ARJUN WEDS SAANIYA
Arjun Tendulkar, son of legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar, tied the knot with entrepreneur Saaniya Chandhok on March 5 in a star-studded ceremony in Mumbai
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City
Actor Richa Chadha talks about following in the footsteps of her husband, actor Ali Fazal, by taking on international projects and hoping to build a more sustained presence for herself in Hollywood [email protected] ctor Richa...
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‘FEASTING ON KARANJIS IS STILL THE BEST PART OF HOLI’
Waking up at 6am on the day of Holi, actor Bhumi Satish Pednekkar recalls filling up buckets of water balloons to engage in the ensuing festive bedlam. “My sister Samiksha and I would play with our friends from the building (in Mumbai). And my mother...
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City ‘Acting is about taking risks’
Shanaya Kapoor’s recent casting choices have sparked conversation. After making her debut in Aankhon Ki Gustakhiyan opposite Vikrant Massey, where their age gap drew attention, the actor is now seen in Tu Yaa Main Gourav, with their height difference...
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‘The mystery surrounding actors has faded’
Close to two decades into her film career, Aditi Rao Hydari has called out what she describes as a growing culture of “paid negativity” and agendadriven narratives amplified by social media. While smear campaigns are not new, she believes the speed at...
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Deepika of The White Lotus after being asked to audition
After weeks of speculation about Deepika Padukone’s return to Hollywood with the new season of The White Lotus, a report states that the actor will not be a part of the show because she refused to audition. “Auditions are a mandatory part of the...
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PRIYANKA REVEALS BEING ‘FORCED’ TO ANNOUNCE MM’S BIRTH
Actor-producer Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently revealed that she was “forced” to publicly announce the birth of her daughter, Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, during what she describes as a “personally traumatic time”. Speaking on the Jay Shetty podcast,...
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Flipperachi looks forward to finally watching
Bahranian rapper Flipperachi, whose high-energy viral track FA9LA featured in director Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar (2025), is excited to watch the film nearly three months after its release. The delay wasn’t by choice as the film was banned across...
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‘KAT IS A SUPERHERO’
Actor Vicky Kaushal opens up on his new phase as a father, says that his wife, actor Katrina Kaif has been like a ‘warrior’ throughout the pregnancy
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Kerala Story 2 director: Anurag ab maansik roop se durbal hain
The controversy around The Kerala Story 2 escalated on Sunday after director Kamakhya Narayan Singh criticised filmmaker Anurag Kashyap for calling the film “bulls**t propaganda.” Anurag (53) made the remarks while speaking to paparazzi in Kochi at an...
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Indians treat cricketers with adulation usually reserved for movie stars: Dale
From roaring crowds in stadiums across the world to tense World Cup battles with nailbiting finishes, few cricketers understand the theatre of international cricket quite like former South African pacer Dale Steyn. In a recent interview, held on the...
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RAJPAL, WIFE ON LEGAL BATTLE: TAKING IT ONE STEP AT A TIME
Days after being granted interim bail and walking out of Tihar Jail on February 17 in a ₹9 crore cheque bounce case, actor Rajpal Yadav is choosing reflection over reaction. The 54-year-old, who travelled with his wife, Radha Yadav, to his hometown in...
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SUPER INKS FOR SUPER INNINGS
SHIMRON HETMYER The West Indies’ batter has bold and expressive ink, echoing the Caribbean culture’s vibrant storytelling tradition. They celebrate identity, belief and memories as colourful as his strokeplay. The South African wicket-keeper batter’s...
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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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INDIA ROASTS PAK ON PITCH AND IN POSTS
Sunday night saw India thrash Pakistan in the T20 Cricket World Cup match. What followed was a social media storm and love for the men in blue
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STOP PRESS
Singer Shaan, who has seen the music industry evolve from a pre-social media era to today’s hyper-digital space, says he now enjoys engaging online, even if it comes with occasional unpleasant moments. Many younger users recognise him from an Instagram...
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Sunny Leone: I’m glad Mouni spoke up
Recently, actor Mouni Roy spoke about facing harassment while performing at a public event, urging greater respect for artistes. Actor Sunny Leone, who frequently performs at large shows has now weighed in. While she has not faced a similar situation,...
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‘I DIDN’T WANT TO DO A FILM FOR A SMALLER, INTELLECTUAL AUDIENCE’
Actor Shahid Kapoor has played brooding men before, but as O’Romeo releases today, he appears surprisingly at ease. Calm, measured, almost detached from the chaos his character brings to screen. Excerpts... O’Romeo is your fourth outing with filmmaker...
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RANVEER’S SIDE EXCEL’S SIDE
The drama around Don 3 appears to be unfolding off screen. Actor Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Entertainment have reportedly been at loggerheads since Ranveer exited the third instalment of the franchise in December 2025. Ranveer’s entry into...
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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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‘THE YEARS WHEN NO ONE WANTED TO WORK WITH ME WERE PAINFUL’
Actor Rhea Chakraborty speaks candidly about her break from acting, the pain of being sidelined and why stepping back on set now feels healing After nearly seven years away from acting, actor Rhea Chakraborty returns to the screen with filmmaker...
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RIGHTS KI HERA PHERI?
In a strange twist of events, the Madras High Court has questioned producer Firoz Nadiadwala on whether his film, Hera Pheri 3 is being made at all, because a production house Seven Arts International- has claimed that they, and not Nadiadwala, own the...
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City FASHION X POLITICS
Our political leaders aren’t just making policies, but serving statements at the Parliament Budget Sessions. From nailing the quarter-zip trend to contemporising the elegance of sarees, here’s decoding the fashionable shift in political wardrobes
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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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Rohit Shetty house firing: Film body seeks CM’s intervention
Following the firing incident outside filmmaker Rohit Shetty’s Juhu residence between 12.30 and 1am on Sunday, the Indian Film & Television Directors’ Association (IFTDA) has urged Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to intervene. A part of...
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City FOUR DETAINED FOR FIRING OUTSIDE ROHIT SHETTY’S RESIDENCE
Four people were detained from Pune on Sunday in connection with the firing incident outside filmmaker Rohit Shetty’s Mumbai residence, police said. They were picked up from the Karvenagar and Dhayari areas in Pune during an operation carried out by...
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INFLUENCE
Actor Sobhita Dhulipala, who married actor Naga Chaitanya in December 2024, says that her professional path remains firmly independent of her marital ties to one of Telugu cinema’s most influential film families. After stepping away from work for over...
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In collaboration with fashion designer Gaurav Gupta, Indriya marks a significant international milestone
For the first time-ever, Indriya, Aditya Birla Jewellery showcased its exquisite designs at Paris Couture Week in collaboration with designer Gaurav Gupta, as their official jewellery partner. Known for its design superiority, Indriya takes the...
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Mumbai
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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City
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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‘LOVE FOR INDIA IS A WAY OF LIFE’
With the Tricolour unfurled at her Mumbai home, Yami Gautam Dhar reflects on pride and purpose, on screen and off, in a Republic Day shoot with HT City
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City Deepti Sharma, Rani Mukerji champion power, pride and Nari Shakti this Republic Day
I want to inspire each girl in the country to follow their dreams because sapne zarur poore hote hain. Every girl is a mardaani and a warrior! As India prepares to celebrate its 77th Republic Day tomorrow, cricketer Deepti Sharma and actor Rani...
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NARI SHAKTI BOLLYWOOD BREAK
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 national event....
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A private bestie check-in turns public, with actor Blake Lively and singer Taylor Swift’s unsealed messages in New York federal court filings revealing the latest twist in Blake’s It Ends With Us legal battle with co-star/director Justin Baldoni
I always want the opportunity to be a better friend if there’s something [I] unintentionally did. I know how busy and taxed you are physically, emotionally, practically, so I don’t expect any more from you ever. Just want to make sure all is...
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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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Karisma calls Priya’s bid to access her divorce papers ‘frivolous’
The Supreme Court sought actor Karisma Kapoor’s response to a plea filed by Priya Kapur seeking certified records, including documents related to Karisma’s 2016 divorce from the late businessman Sunjay Kapur. Karisma’s counsel opposed the plea,...
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HONEY LEAVES A BAD TASTE
Rapper-singer Yo Yo Honey Singh has landed in controversy after a video from his gig at a Delhi concert went viral, triggering widespread criticism over an explicit onstage remark. The clip, recorded at a January 12 concert by Nanku and Karun in the...
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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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