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Mumbai, Apr 8 (PTI) Telugu cinema star Allu Arjun's upcoming Pan-India movie with director Atlee has been titled "Raaka", the makers announced on Wednesday. Billed as a grand fantasy-action entertainer, the movie marks the maiden collaboration between the "Pushpa" star and the Tamil director. It is backed by production banner Sun Pictures. The title announcement was made on Arjun's 44th birthday and the makers also released the first look poster of the actor from the film. The poster presents ...Read More >
Reportedly, Rajeev Khandelwal's show Tum Ho Naa will replace Akshay Kumar's quiz reality show Wheel of Fortune. Bollywood actor Rajeev Khandelwal is all set to mark his return to the television space with his upcoming show Tum Ho Naa. The actor, who has always chosen quality over quantity in terms of content, explained that he has picked projects that he felt were meaningful. "Over the years, I have been offered so many kinds of roles, some experimental, some quite unconventional. But I have ...Read More >
Arshdeep Singh's dating life has suddenly become the centre of attention during IPL 2026 after a viral Snapchat clip showed the Punjab Kings pacer holding hands with a mystery woman. The brief story quickly spread online and sparked speculation about whether Arshdeep Singh is dating and who his girlfriend might be. Fans now believe the woman in the clip could be actor and influencer Samreen Kaur. The buzz picked up after users noticed similarities between the viral hand holding video and Samree ...Read More >
Zareen Khan with her mother. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Parveen Khan, mother of Zareen Khan, died on April 8 in Mumbai * Zareen Khan's team shared a statement and provided funeral details * Last month, Zareen said her mother was out of ICU but still hospitalised Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Zareen Khan's mother, Parveen Khan, died after a prolonged illness on April 8 in Mumbai, her team said in a statement. She was 65 years ...Read More >
Chhabra said, "It is a problem in our industry. Once people see an actor in a certain kind of role, they keep casting them in the same space again and again." "I always feel we should go a little against that thinking for a part like this." "Also two to three people had said no. I don't want to take their names. I respect all the actors." Chhabra recalled that the decision to cast Bedi was made during a discussion with director Aditya Dhar. "I remember everyone had refused, and I was sitting wi ...Read More >
Sushant Singh Rajput as Lord Rama in AI-pics ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Sushant Singh Rajput's sister shared AI images of him as Lord Rama on Instagram * She claimed no current actor could portray Lord Rama as beautifully as Sushant would * Sushant died by suicide in June 2020; postmortem confirmed asphyxia as cause of death Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Days after the first look of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana was unveiled, the ...Read More >
Tamil Nadu election 2026 nomination: Tamil Nadu's election landscape witnessed major upheaval after authorities rejected 2,449 nomination papers in a single day during scrutiny for the upcoming Assembly elections scheduled on April 23. The large-scale rejection has created unease among political parties and independent candidates alike. The nomination process, which began on March 30 and concluded on April 6, saw an overwhelming response, with nearly 7,600 candidates filing papers over four day ...Read More >
Mumbai: On superstar Allu Arjun's 44th birthday, Wednesday, the makers of his next, which was tentatively titled as #AA22xA6, revealed that the film has been christened Raaka and even shared the first look of the actor from the upcoming movie. Production banner Sun Pictures, along with Arjun and director Atlee, took to Instagram in a collaborative post to unveil the first look and the title of the upcoming film, which also stars Deepika Padukone. The first look featured an intense close-up of ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 8 (ANI): Megastar Rajinikanth has shared a strong message for the youth, urging them to stay focused on their future and make the right choices in life. The veteran actor was seen speaking to the media outside Chennai airport, where he emphasized the importance of discipline, education, and a healthy lifestyle. When asked about the growing influence of film actors in politics and how many youngsters follow them, sometimes leading to risky behaviour like bike ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8 (ANI): On the occasion of superstar Allu Arjun's 44th birthday, the makers have revealed the title of his upcoming project with director Atlee. The film, which was earlier referred to as 'AA22xA6,' has now been officially titled 'Raaka.' Also Read | Offset Makes First Appearance After Shooting Incident, Rapper Seen Smoking Outside Florida Hospital (See Pics). The announcement was made on social media along with a new poster. The title reveal came as a spe ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood actor Saqib Saleem has spoken about playing SSP Samardeep in the show 'Kaptaan' and said that what stood out for him was that his character does not try to be hero. Opening up about what drew him to the role, Saqib said in a statement, "Honestly, the first thing that stood out to me was that Samardeep does not try to be a hero. He isn't chasing validation. He walks into a room, and the energy shifts." "That kind of presence is rare to find on paper. A ...Read More >
Rapper-singer Badshah on Tuesday apologised to the National Commission for Women (NCW) over the controversial video of his song 'Tateeree' that portrayed schoolgirls. In settling the matter before the commission, he also pledged to two specific tasks: sponsoring the education of 50 girls from economically weaker sections, and a song on women's empowerment within four months. Aditya Prateek Singh Sisodia, popularly known as Badshah, appeared before the commission in connection with a suo motu ca ...Read More >
Sohum Shah's Tumbbad 2 goes on floors as makers share muhurat ceremony pictures, marking the start of the much-awaited sequel's shoot. Sohum Shah's Tumbbad 2 is one of the most eagerly awaited projects, with fans awaiting updates, and it seems we have some happy news for them. The moment we have been waiting for has finally arrived, as the movie has gone on floors, with pictures from the muhurat shot being circulated on social media. The makers of the film took to their social media accounts t ...Read More >
"Dude - Stop spreading negativity!" Ameesha Patel said. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Zakir Khan remarked that major Bollywood players are jealous of Dhurandhar 2 success * Ameesha Patel criticised Zakir Khan for "spreading negativity" about Bollywood * She stated the film industry respects Dhurandhar and its success Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode After Zakir Khan took a swipe at Bollywood with his remarks around Dhurandhar 2 suc ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Producer Namit Malhotra has said the team behind Ramayana is striving to bring the epic to life on an unprecedented scale this Diwali, while expressing gratitude for the response to the film's teaser. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, best known for Dangal, the film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Ram, Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana. The recently released teaser sparked debate online, with some praising its scale while others criticised the visual effects. Respondin ...Read More >
Mumbai: The man who made millions laugh has now made his fans emotional like never before. Stand-up comedian Samay Raina has made a powerful comeback with his new special 'Still Alive', opening up about his personal struggles, controversies, and identity. Samay used the special to directly address the controversy surrounding his banned show India's Got Latent and to reflect on his journey as a Kashmiri Pandit. From defending his bold comedic style to speaking about his parents' struggles and hi ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8 (ANI): On the occasion of superstar Allu Arjun's 44th birthday, the makers have revealed the title of his upcoming project with director Atlee. The film, which was earlier referred to as 'AA22xA6,' has now been officially titled 'Raaka.' The announcement was made on social media along with a new poster. The title reveal came as a special surprise for fans on the actor's birthday, making the day even more memorable for his followers. In the striking poster ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 8 (PTI) "Ramayana" producer Namit Malhotra says the team behind the movie values "every conversation, excitement and thoughtful feedback" and he hopes to release the movie on a grand scale in Diwali this year. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari of "Dangal" fame, the movie features Ranbir Kapoor as Ram, Ravi Dubey as Lakshman, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana. The recent teaser of the film sparked a debate with some praising the scale while many criticising the special effects. Mal ...Read More >
Mumbai: On superstar Allu Arjun's 44th birthday on Wednesday, the makers of his next, which was tentatively titled as #AA22xA6, revealed that the film has been christened "Raaka" and even shared the first look of the actor from the upcoming movie. Production banner Sun Pictures, along with Arjun and director Atlee, took to Instagram in a collaborative post to unveil the first look and the title of the upcoming film, which also stars Deepika Padukone. The first look featured an intense close-up ...Read More >
When asked about the upcoming Tamil Nadu elections, he politely refused to comment and added, "Vanakkam." The elections will take place on April 23. Last month, Rajinikanth broke his silence after recent claims were made by Aadhav Arjuna, who said that the actor refrained from entering politics due to a threat from the DMK. In the statement written in Tamil, Rajinikanth said, "I wish to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who condemned his slanderous remarks and raised their voices in su ...Read More >
After a gap of nearly 15 years, Trisha and Vijay reunited on screen in Leo. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Trisha Krishnan shared a video emphasising peace, self-respect, and love on social media * Trisha appeared with Vijay at a Chennai wedding amid intense social media scrutiny * Vijay and Trisha are well-known Kollywood co-stars with multiple box-office hits Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Trisha Krishnan recently shared a video ...Read More >
The 'Paita Lagi' ritual of Lord Jagannath and his siblings will take place today at the Jagannath Temple in Puri, marking an important occasion in the temple's traditional calendar. The public darshan will be suspended for four hours from 6 PM to 10 PM to allow the ritual to proceed smoothly. The 'Paita Lagi' ritual, performed on Baisakh Krushna Chaturthi, involves the Daitapati servitors adorning the deities with the sacred thread known as Paita. The ceremony symbolises divine protection and p ...Read More >
Namish Taneja praises working with transgender actor Ella D Verma in Hungama OTT series Mangal Mukhi, a crime drama on a UP transgender cop launching 09 April 2026 Actor Namish Taneja has shared his experience of working with a transgender actor for the first time in his career, in the show Mangal Mukhi. Sharing his experience of working on the show, Namish Taneja said, "This is the first time I have been part of a story like this, and also the first time I have worked so closely opposite a tr ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Filmmaker Siddharth Anand has weighed in on comedian Zakir Khan's controversial remarks about the success of Dhurandhar, joining the conversation shortly after actor Ameesha Patel urged Khan to "stop spreading negativity." The exchange has sparked debate across social media, with many users linking Anand's post directly to Khan's comments at a recent award show. The controversy began when Zakir Khan joked that the massive box-office success of Dhurandhar had left many in Bollywood fe ...Read More >
Mumbai: Actor Allu Sirish shared a video on his social media account that highlighted the immense love and massive fan following that his brother and South superstar Allu Arjun enjoys. In the video posted by him, a massive crowd of fans can be seen gathered outside Allu Arjun's house at midnight to celebrate his birthday on the 8th of April. In the video, the fans can be seen holding up their phone flashlights at night and shouting out Allu Arjun's name wishing him on his birthday. The visual ...Read More >
He wrote, "Juhu - Bandra peeps have given all ATBBs (all-time blockbusters) since the past 50 years. You have to be a real duffer to undermine their contribution." Many felt the Bandra-Juhu statement was in response to Zakir claiming that film fraternity people living in these suburbs were rankled by Dhurandhar's success. Speaking at the Screen Awards 2026 recently, the comedian had said, "Bomb film mein foote Lyari mein par dhuan udaa hai Bandra se Juhu mein (There were bomb blasts in Lyari in ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Dhurandhar: The Revenge has been receiving widespread praise from Bollywood celebrities since its theatrical release on 19 March. However, Deepika Padukone, wife of Ranveer Singh, faced online speculation for allegedly remaining silent about the film's success. Deepika has now addressed the chatter, emphasising her support for Ranveer and the film after skipping the sequel's Mumbai screening. Commenting on an Instagram reel highlighting her absence and questioning whether her "silence ...Read More >
Samay Raina also revealed that he had several "ulta seedha" thoughts while on the hot seat but refrained from making them. Samay Raina roasted Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan during his recent 'Still Alive' show. During the show, the stand-up comedian recalled the time he appeared on Big B's Kaun Banega Crorepati in 2025 and revealed that he had lied to the actor regarding his grandmother being a big fan of the actor. "Dadi mar gayi hai meri. 7 saal ho gaye hain mere dadi ko mar ke," he s ...Read More >
Pondering over his thoughts and unanswered questions, Big B spoke about the elusive nature of definitive answers and the ongoing journey of self-introspection. Cine icon Amitabh Bachchan shared that he spent a "quiet contemplated day" as he reflected on the uncertainties of life and the constant search for meaning. He wrote on his blog: "A quiet contemplated day .. with the self and the surroundings and the circumstances .. so many thoughts and chatters within the self, addressing to the self . ...Read More >
Vijay Varma in Matka King ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Prime Video will premiere the series Matka King globally on April 17 * The show is set in 1960s Bombay and follows Brij Bhatti's gambling empire rise * Vijay Varma stars as Brij Bhatti, a cotton trader turned Matka kingpin Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Mumbai (Maharashtra): Prime Video on Tuesday unveiled the trailer of its upcoming Original drama Matka King, headlined by ...Read More >
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