Saif Ali Khan, now avid book lover, once laughed at the idea of reading poetry. Watch hilarious video

Actor Saif Ali Khan is among the biggest bookworms in Bollywood. One look at his home library will show you just how much he loves to read and collect books of his favourite authors.

Actor Michael Pitt charged with sex abuse, assault of ex-girlfriend in New York

Actor Michael Pitt has been indicted on multiple charges, including sexual assault and strangulation, stemming from alleged incidents involving his ex-girlfriend between April 2020 and August 2021. Pitt, 44, pleaded not guilty and was released on bail. His lawyer claims the allegations are baseless, asserting that evidence exists to exonerate him. Pitt is scheduled to return to court on June 17.

Deepika Padukone reveals director's jab at her ‘taking motherhood seriously’ because she was busy with Dua

Deepika Padukone revealed a director criticized her for prioritizing motherhood after her daughter Dua's birth. She emphasized her commitment to parenting with Ranveer Singh, dismissing criticism and focusing on her family's needs.

William Christie is busy as ever at 80 and putting his imprint on the period-instrument movement

William Christie, a celebrated Baroque conductor, reflects on his career as he turns 80, recalling a 2014 conversation about Wagner's "Tristan." While he embraces his role in the period-instrument movement and continues teaching at Juilliard, he has no Wagner plans. Christie's innovative approach blends historical music practices with modern interpretations, influencing many young musicians through his ensemble, Les Arts Florissants.

What JK Rowling said about Paapa Essiedu's role as Snape in Harry Potter series

JK Rowling affirmed she lacks power to remove Paapa Essiedu from the Harry Potter series, emphasizing she wouldn't fire him over differing beliefs. She responded to his signing a pro-trans open letter criticizing the UK Supreme Court's ruling.

Aamir Khan says he didn't receive payment for Laal Singh Chaddha for this reason: 'I don't regret it'

Aamir Khan revealed he didn't receive payment for Laal Singh Chaddha due to its box office failure. He takes full responsibility, believing actors should only be paid if the film profits, while emphasizing this shouldn't become an industry standard.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu posts pictures with Raj Nidimoru amid dating rumours; fans say ‘so it's confirmed’

Samantha Ruth Prabhu shared pictures with filmmaker Raj Nidimoru, sparking dating rumors. Fans speculate their relationship is confirmed, noting their close interactions and collaborative work on various projects. She also launched her production house with the film Subham.

Victoria Beckham is living her ‘worst nightmare’ amid feud with son Brooklyn, Nicola Peltz

Victoria Beckham is distressed over a family rift with son Brooklyn and daughter-in-law Nicola Peltz, experiencing "worst nightmare" after they allegedly skipped David Beckham's 50th birthday, causing significant emotional strain on the family.

Music Review: PinkPantheress' club pop mixtape 'Fancy That' is a lighthearted level up

Charli XCX's vibrant track "BRAT" sparked the cultural phenomenon "BRAT summer," while PinkPantheress is set to debut her sophomore mixtape "Fancy That," capturing Gen Z's attention on TikTok. The mixtape blends '90s British electronic influences with catchy beats, exploring themes of infatuation and romance across its nine upbeat tracks, marking a significant evolution for the 24-year-old artist.

Prateik Smita Patil reveals he was offered Ranbir Kapoor's role in Saawariya: 'I was in rehab unfortunately'

Actor Prateik Smita Patil revealed director Sanjay Leela Bhansali initially offered Saawariya's lead role to him, but he was in rehab at 18. He later expressed regret about his addiction's impact on his grandparents.

At age 87, Kenyan author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o remains impassioned about the power of language

At 87, Kenyan author Ng?g? wa Thiong'o aims to write "Normalized Abnormality," exploring colonialism's enduring scars. Despite health struggles, he remains an influential voice advocating for African languages and cultures. Ng?g? reflects on his literary journey and experiences in the U.S., emphasizing the importance of knowing one's mother tongue for empowerment. His recent work includes "Decolonizing Language."

Bebe Rexha and Azealia Banks' feud explained as singer reveals emotional pregnancy loss

Rapper Azealia Banks criticized Bebe Rexha's Met Gala appearance, body-shaming her online. Rexha responded by revealing her pregnancy loss and PCOS struggles, while Banks continued attacking her mental health medication and weight.

Movie Review: The sweep of history courses through Jia Zhangke's 'Caught By the Tides'

Jia Zhangke?s film ?Caught by the Tides? spans 21 years, blending fiction and documentary to explore China's rapid technological and social changes. Following the journey of Qiaoqiao searching for her lover, the film contrasts past and present, depicting the evolution of life and environment. With a runtime of 116 minutes, it captures the bittersweet nature of progress.

Aimee Lou Wood sets the record straight about her crying pics after ‘mean’ SNL skit: ‘People analyse too much’

Aimee Lou Wood clarified she wasn't crying over the SNL skit that mocked her appearance. She addressed the incident, criticizing excessive social media analysis and explaining her emotional moment was unrelated to the comedy sketch.

R Madhavan says he, Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi 'looked younger than actual college kids' while filming 3 Idiots at 40

R Madhavan, Aamir Khan, and Sharman Joshi played college students in 3 Idiots at ages 40, 44, and 30 respectively. Surprisingly, they looked younger than actual students during filming, boosting their confidence in portraying college characters.

Marco star Unni Mukundan says superheroes helped keep the child in him alive and sustain in 'harsh' film industry

Actor Unni Mukundan plans his directorial debut with a Malayalam superhero film, inspired by childhood fascination with cartoons and action figures. He believes maintaining childlike wonder helps sustain oneself in the challenging film industry and wants to create entertaining content for all ages.