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Yashika Mathur

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Exclusive | Hansal Mehta on Manmohan Singh film row: To admit I've erred...

Hansal Mehta talks to us exclusively after his fight with Anupam Kher on X, about The Accidental Prime Minister. Hopes to make "lesser errors of judgement"

Hansal Mehta and Anupam Kher had a war of words on Twitter

Cinema

Updated on Dec 28, 2024 01:33 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Year-ender 2024: Malaika-Arjun, Hardik-Natasa; celebs who called it quits

From Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor to Hardik Pandya-Natasa Stankovic, here’s a look back at celebrity separations that made headlines this year.

Arjun Kapoor-Malaika Arora, Hardik Pandya-Natasa Stankovic

Cinema

Published on Dec 27, 2024 02:04 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur, Akash Bhatnagar

Paparazzo shares details of Deepika and Ranveer's event for daughter Dua

Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone organised a special event for Mumbai paparazzi and requested that they not click pictures of Dua until they were ready for it

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh made first appearance together after becoming parents.

Cinema

Updated on Dec 23, 2024 09:51 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Shyam Benegal, pioneer of Indian parallel cinema, passes away at 90

Shyam Benegal was suffering from chronic kidney disease for a few while. The veteran director celebrated his 90th birthday earlier this month on December 14.

Director, scriptwriter and documentary filmmaker Shyam Benegal at his office in Tardeo, Mumbai, on September 30, 2021 (Satish Bate/HT PHOTO)

Bollywood

Updated on Dec 24, 2024 01:13 AM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Year-ender 2024: A look at the most talked-about celebrity weddings

2024 saw some stunning celebrity weddings, with couples like Rakul-Jackky and Naga-Sobhita captivating fans with their love-filled celebrations

A photo of actor couple Naga Chaitanya-Sobhita Dhuliapa (L) and Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal (R)

Cinema

Published on Dec 21, 2024 12:50 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Shahana Goswami on Santosh making it to Oscars shortlist: 'India has every…'

Shahana Goswami plays the role of a cop in the film Santosh, which is UK's entry in Oscar 2025.

Shahana Goswami plays the role of a cop in Santosh.

HTCity

Updated on Dec 18, 2024 06:07 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Your ultimate guide to dating apps

Hooked on finding love? Not all dating platforms are the same. We’ve analyzed the top apps to help you choose wisely.

A recent report by a web tech platform,WedMeGood, reveals about one-third of engaged couples in India found their partners via dating apps.

Wellness

Updated on Dec 16, 2024 03:55 PM IST

ByKriti Shukla, Yashika Mathur

'Allu Arjun is in our custody': Chikkadapally police on Pushpa 2 star's arrest

The police took Pushpa 2: The Rule actor Allu Arjun into custody on Friday after arriving at his residence in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad.

Allu Arjun had earlier pleased Telangana High Court to quash the FIR against him.

Cinema

Updated on Dec 13, 2024 04:06 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Aanchal Singgh: Labels of art house and commercial have become diluted on OTT

Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhein actor Aanchal Singgh reflects on the benefits of OTT for actors and audience.

Aanchal Singgh was recently seen in Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhein 2.

Cinema

Published on Dec 06, 2024 07:01 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Class actor Gurfateh Pirzada: OTT has been kinder to me

Gurfateh Pirzada feels OTT has made his footing stronger in hearts of the audience and that an outsider has to work harder to get that one break.

Gurfateh Pirzada is currently shooting for the show Dynasty

Cinema

Published on Dec 06, 2024 05:32 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Rupali Ganguly files defamation suit against stepdaughter Esha Verma

Earlier, Rupali had sent a legal notice demanding an apology from Esha along with the monetary compensation and a demand to take down the negative posts.

Rupali Ganguly's case will be enlisted in the court soon.

Cinema

Published on Dec 04, 2024 11:45 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

World AIDS Day 2024: Sanjay Suri recalls Bollywood's reaction to My Brother…

Sanjay Suri played the titular role in My Brother…Nikhil, a HIV Positive man who becomes the victim of social stigma associated with the AIDS.

Sanjay Suri played the titular role of Nikhil in the film.

Cinema

Published on Dec 01, 2024 01:39 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Ali Fazal: We can’t keep pushing formula films

Ali Fazal says that sometimes big franchises work with sequels but its best if makers don't focus too much on formula films.

Ali Fazal has films like Mirzapur, Metro...In Dino etc in the pipeline.

Cinema

Published on Nov 30, 2024 10:29 AM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Nayanthara, Vignesh's lawyer reacts to Dhanush's legal notice

The dispute began when Nayanthara accused Dhanush of pressuring her and blocking her from using footage from their film Naanum Rowdy Dhaan in her documentary.

Nayanthara and Dhanush's next court date is reportedly on December 2.

Cinema

Published on Nov 28, 2024 06:26 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Is AR Rahman’s divorce linked to Mohini Dey? Saira Banu’s advocate reveals

Advocate Vandana Shah, who is representing Saira Banu in her separation from AR Rahman, shares that the decision to end their 29-year-long marriage was mutual

Saira Banu's advocate Vandana Shah has dismissed claims of any connection between Rahman and Mohini's respective separation.

Cinema

Published on Nov 21, 2024 01:20 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Onir on censorship on OTT: Platforms want films to first go through CBFC

Onir's film We Are Faheem & Karun is a queer love story set against the backdrop of Jammu And Kashmir.

We Are Faheem & Karun, recently premiered at the Dharamshala International Film Festival

Cinema

Published on Nov 19, 2024 12:29 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Raima Sen wants to remake grandmother Suchitra Sen’s Deep Jwele Jaai

Raima Sen says Deep Jwele Jaai was one of her grandmother, late iconic actor Suchitra Sen's best films.

Raima Sen talks about late grandmother Suchitra Sen.

Cinema

Published on Nov 12, 2024 05:30 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

20 years of Veer Zaara: Divya Dutta feels ‘there should never be a sequel to it’

Veer Zaara completes 20 years of release today and Divya Dutta, who played Shabbo in the film talks about the magic of the film in today's time.

Divya Dutta played the role of Shabina aka Shabbo in the film.

Cinema

Published on Nov 12, 2024 12:01 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Battling the fake ticket menace, India’s music scene is on the edge

After Diljit Dosanjh and Coldplay's tickets went live, fan frenzy led to several of them getting duped by getting fake tickets of the concerts.

Diljit Dosanjh's concert was subjected to a lot of fake ticket scams.

Cinema

Published on Nov 11, 2024 05:49 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Ssudeep Sahir remembers friend Nitin Chauhaan: He always had a smile on his face

Actor Nitin Chauhaan was found dead in his Mumbai residence on November 8.

Cinema

Published on Nov 09, 2024 06:17 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Sai Tamhankar on constantly seeking work: It can get lonely

Sai Tamhankar, who has dabbled in multiple film industries, talks about constantly seeking work and how it can get exhausting after a point.

Sai Tamhankar was recently seen in Manvat Murders.

Cinema

Published on Nov 08, 2024 08:50 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Sunny Hinduja on his Malayalam film debut: Yeh offer saamne se aaya and…

As someone who has deep appreciation for the work done in the Malayalam film industry, when an offer came his way, Sunny Hinduja says he couldn’t refuse it.

Sunny Hinduja will play the role of an exorcist in Hello Mummy.

Cinema

Published on Nov 08, 2024 08:26 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Arjun on completing two decades in showbiz: Staying relevant is a challenge

Arjun Bijlani notes that while the competition is fierce, he continues to focus on diversifying his portfolio, staying open to varied formats and new genres.

Arjun Bijlani made his acting debut with 2004 show Kartika.

Cinema

Published on Nov 08, 2024 10:37 AM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Pankaj Tripathi to Gurmeet Choudhary, how actors celebrate Chhath Puja in Mumbai

Chhath Puja is being celebrated in India and actors who are away from hometown in Bihar share how they celebrate the festival in Mumbai.

Pankaj Tripathi, Gurmeet Choudhary and others speak about Chhath Puja plans.

Cinema

Published on Nov 07, 2024 12:25 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Anees Bazmee: Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 bahut khoobsurat kahaani hai

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 stars Kartik Aaryan, Vidya Balan, Madhuri Dixit and Triptii Dimri in the lead role.

Anees Bazmee's directorial Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 takes Rooh Baba's story forward.

Cinema

Published on Nov 07, 2024 11:26 AM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Aditya Seal's favourite Diwali memory is being chased by a rocket!

Actor Aditya Seal shares a memorable Diwali moment from his childhood, recalling a incident that stands out vividly in his mind.

Aditya Seal talks about Diwali memories.

Cinema

Published on Nov 01, 2024 08:32 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Arjun Bijlani on celebrating a special birthday on Diwali: I’m planning to…

Arjun Bijlani is enjoying a week of festivities and celebrations as not just Diwali but even his birthday is falling on October 31.

Arjun Bijlani's pre-birthday week is all about celebration with family.

Cinema

Published on Oct 29, 2024 02:44 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Sai Tamhankar confirms breakup with Anish: It was a mutual decision

Reports of their breakup surfaced a few weeks ago when Tamhankar shared a cryptic post on Insta: "I'm single by choice. Not my choice. But it's still a choice."

Sai Tamhankar with ex boyfriend Anish Joag.

Cinema

Published on Oct 28, 2024 04:44 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Diwali 2024 | Delnaaz Irani: Learned how to perform Laxmi puja from YouTube

When it comes to her most fond Diwali memories, the actor can’t help but think of her naani’s homemade Parsi meals.

Delnaaz Irani quite recently started doing Laxmi puja.

Cinema

Published on Oct 26, 2024 02:03 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

Border 2 to Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3: Makers balance nostalgia with a fresh spin

Vidya Balan and Kartik Aaryan, Sunny Deol and Ahan Shetty, several combinations of original and new cast will be seen in sequels of blockbuster films.

Vidya Balan and Kartik Aryan will be seen in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3

Cinema

Published on Oct 26, 2024 01:15 PM IST

ByYashika Mathur

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Hansal Mehta talks to us exclusively after his fight with Anupam Kher on X, about The Accidental Prime Minister. Hopes to make "lesser errors of judgement"

From Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor to Hardik Pandya-Natasa Stankovic, here’s a look back at celebrity separations that made headlines this year.

Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone organised a special event for Mumbai paparazzi and requested that they not click pictures of Dua until they were ready for it

Shyam Benegal was suffering from chronic kidney disease for a few while. The veteran director celebrated his 90th birthday earlier this month on December 14.

2024 saw some stunning celebrity weddings, with couples like Rakul-Jackky and Naga-Sobhita captivating fans with their love-filled celebrations

Shahana Goswami plays the role of a cop in the film Santosh, which is UK's entry in Oscar 2025.

Hooked on finding love? Not all dating platforms are the same. We’ve analyzed the top apps to help you choose wisely.

The police took Pushpa 2: The Rule actor Allu Arjun into custody on Friday after arriving at his residence in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad.

Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhein actor Aanchal Singgh reflects on the benefits of OTT for actors and audience.

Gurfateh Pirzada feels OTT has made his footing stronger in hearts of the audience and that an outsider has to work harder to get that one break.

Earlier, Rupali had sent a legal notice demanding an apology from Esha along with the monetary compensation and a demand to take down the negative posts.

Sanjay Suri played the titular role in My Brother…Nikhil, a HIV Positive man who becomes the victim of social stigma associated with the AIDS.

Ali Fazal says that sometimes big franchises work with sequels but its best if makers don't focus too much on formula films.

The dispute began when Nayanthara accused Dhanush of pressuring her and blocking her from using footage from their film Naanum Rowdy Dhaan in her documentary.

Advocate Vandana Shah, who is representing Saira Banu in her separation from AR Rahman, shares that the decision to end their 29-year-long marriage was mutual

Onir's film We Are Faheem & Karun is a queer love story set against the backdrop of Jammu And Kashmir.

Raima Sen says Deep Jwele Jaai was one of her grandmother, late iconic actor Suchitra Sen's best films.

Veer Zaara completes 20 years of release today and Divya Dutta, who played Shabbo in the film talks about the magic of the film in today's time.

After Diljit Dosanjh and Coldplay's tickets went live, fan frenzy led to several of them getting duped by getting fake tickets of the concerts.

Actor Nitin Chauhaan was found dead in his Mumbai residence on November 8.

Sai Tamhankar, who has dabbled in multiple film industries, talks about constantly seeking work and how it can get exhausting after a point.

As someone who has deep appreciation for the work done in the Malayalam film industry, when an offer came his way, Sunny Hinduja says he couldn’t refuse it.

Arjun Bijlani notes that while the competition is fierce, he continues to focus on diversifying his portfolio, staying open to varied formats and new genres.

Chhath Puja is being celebrated in India and actors who are away from hometown in Bihar share how they celebrate the festival in Mumbai.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 stars Kartik Aaryan, Vidya Balan, Madhuri Dixit and Triptii Dimri in the lead role.

Actor Aditya Seal shares a memorable Diwali moment from his childhood, recalling a incident that stands out vividly in his mind.

Arjun Bijlani is enjoying a week of festivities and celebrations as not just Diwali but even his birthday is falling on October 31.

Reports of their breakup surfaced a few weeks ago when Tamhankar shared a cryptic post on Insta: "I'm single by choice. Not my choice. But it's still a choice."

When it comes to her most fond Diwali memories, the actor can’t help but think of her naani’s homemade Parsi meals.

Vidya Balan and Kartik Aaryan, Sunny Deol and Ahan Shetty, several combinations of original and new cast will be seen in sequels of blockbuster films.

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