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Mumbai, April 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) As the makers of Matka King unveiled the trailer of the intense drama on Tuesday, it's lead actor Vijay Varma shared that the at its heart, the series is a story of ambition, power, and the price one pays for success. Vijay, who plays the titular character Brij Bhatti in the series, said in a statement: "Working in Matka King has been an exhilarating journey. Bringing this world and this character to life was both challenging and deeply fulfilling, especially in ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 7 (ANI): Executive Director of Reliance Industries Limited, Anant Ambani has announced Rs 18 crore in contributions towards temple infrastructure and animal welfare in Kerala, including Rs 6 crore in donations to the Rajrajeshwaram and Guruvayur temples and a Rs 12 crore commitment to restore the historic East Gopuram at Rajrajeshwaram, alongside new initiatives for the care of temple elephants. Anant Ambani, visited two of Kerala's most revered temples, the ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 7 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday paid tribute to legendary sitarist Pandit Ravi Shankar on his birth anniversary, calling him one of the foremost cultural torchbearers of Bengal's Renaissance and a pride of Bengal and Bengalis. In a post on X, CM Banerjee highlighted that the rapturous melodies of Pandit Ravi Shankar's music have introduced Indian classical music to a new global recognition. Also Read | Kanpur S*x Racket: Rohit ...Read More >
Hyderabad: South actress Trisha Krishnan has been making headlines amid link-up rumours with Thalapathy Vijay. The actress also faced trolling and online criticism following news around Vijay's personal life, including his separation from his wife. Adding to the buzz, several rumours had been doing the rounds claiming that Trisha was planning to quit films soon and had secretly married a wealthy businessman. However, the actress has now broken her silence and dismissed all such claims in her si ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 7: Bollywood superstar Ranbir Kapoor's first look as Lord Ram from his upcoming film Ramayana was unveiled by the makers on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti this year. Ever since the first look of Ranbir has been out, fans of late Bollywood star Sushant Singh Rajput have been sharing AI-generated images, reimagining him in the divine role. Reacting to these visuals, Sushant's elder sister Shweta Singh Kirti shared a heartfelt note on her social media account, expressing how she fee ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has extended the suspension of Television Rating Points for news channels by another four weeks, keeping the industry in a ratings blackout for a longer stretch. In an order dated March 31, the ministry directed the Broadcast Audience Research Council to continue withholding TRP data "for a further period of four weeks or until further directions, whichever is earlier." This marks the second such directive after an initial four-week pause ...Read More >
Mumbai, Apr 7 (PTI) Filmmaker Priyadarshan has dismissed rumours that he borrowed the lines of a song in "Bhooth Bangla" from a song in Satyajit Ray's 1969 film "Goopy Gyne Bagha Byne". The hook line of the film's "Ram Ji Bhala Karein" song features an expression similar to "Bhuter Raja Dilo Bor", a song in Ray's film. Priyadarshan pointed out that repetition is not uncommon in the industry. "I have huge respect for him because he's one of the masters from whom I learned cinema. The word you ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The teaser of Chand Mera Dil has finally been unveiled, offering audiences a glimpse into a passionate and emotional love story set against a college backdrop. Starring Ananya Panday and Lakshya, the film promises a youthful romance packed with intensity, vulnerability and self-discovery. Backed by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions and directed by Vivek Soni, the film marks the first on-screen pairing of the two actors. The teaser introduces viewers to Chandni and Aarav, played by Ana ...Read More >
A viral party selfie of Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh has fans buzzing, sparking calls for a big-screen collaboration and sending social media into overdrive. Bollywood fans are currently buzzing with excitement as a new photo of Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh has surfaced online. The two actors recently attended a party in the city, and while the event took place over the weekend, the images of the duo together are just now beginning to trend across social media platforms. In the viral ph ...Read More >
Addressing the media on Monday, Rampur superintendent of police (SP) Somendra Meena said the woman constable's husband, his younger brother and three associates conspired to kill her to allegedly claim insurance and compensation money, while also seeking to remove an obstacle to the husband's alleged relationship with another woman. Police on Monday arrested Daan Singh, 34, the victim's husband, along with Noor Hasan, 27, and Salman, 26. Daan Singh's brother Ravi Singh, 31, and another accused ...Read More >
Mumbai: One of India's most popular adventure reality shows, Khatron Ke Khiladi 15, hosted by filmmaker Rohit Shetty, is all set to go on floors next month. As preparations pick up pace, the makers are reportedly reaching out to several well-known faces from the entertainment industry to join the upcoming season. While multiple celebrity names are already circulating online, a fresh addition to the rumoured list has caught fans' attention, comedian Harsh Gujral. According to reports, Harsh Guj ...Read More >
Kolkata, April 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actors and technicians in the Bengali film and television industry on Tuesday began an indefinite strike to protest the death of actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee, who died during a shoot at Odisha's Talsari beach recently. The forum is pressing for improved safety measures on sets. Film studio Bharat Lakshmi Studio on Prince Anwar Shah Road in south Kolkata wore a deserted look on Tuesday morning, with shooting floors locked and no technical activity underway. The ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 7 (IANS) Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar had a dream-come-true moment in Tokyo as he finally met Hollywood stars Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway, joking that the picture would be featured in his will. Karan took to Instagram, where he first shared a picture posing with Streep and Hathaway, who are currently promoting their upcoming film "The Devil Wears Prada 2". He mentioned that he is "obsessed and inspired by the unmatchable brilliance of Meryl Streep" in the caption section, wh ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 6: The National Commission for Women heard the suo motu case with regards to the song 'Sarke Chunarr Teri' featuring Nora Fatehi and Sanjay Dutt. The commission's chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar presided over the meeting. Rakib Alam, the lyricist, Prem, the director, and Gautam K. M. and Supreeth, the representatives of KVN Productions appeared in the hearing. During the hearing, Vijaya Rahatkar expressed concern over the lyrics of the song and said that it is against the dignity of wo ...Read More >
A petition was filed against Tamil film, TN 2026, seeking court's intervention to stall the release citing election norms. A public interest litigation (PIL) petition has been filed in the Madras High Court seeking to stall the release of the Tamil film, TN 2026, until after the completion of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The petitioner, ML Ravi, president of Desiya Makkal Sakthi Katchi (DMSK), referred to actor-turned-politician Vijay's last film, Jana Nayagan, which he claims, has not be ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge continues its impressive run at the box office even as it entered its third week in theatres. While the film saw a noticeable slowdown on day 19, the overall momentum remains strong, added by glowing praise from power couple Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma. Their enthusiastic reactions have added fresh buzz to a film that is already dominating conversations across the country. On its third Monday, the Ranveer Singh-led action drama collected Rs 10.00 crore ne ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 7: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) on Tuesday directed the Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) to continue withholding the publication of Television Rating Points (TRPs) for news channels for an additional four weeks, or until further orders, citing concerns over sensationalism and speculative reporting related to the ongoing West Asia conflict. "According to the direction, whereas the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting had issued a Direction dat ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 6: Filmmaker Priyadarshan has reacted to the alleged use of an expression from the song 'Bhuter Raja Dilo Bor' in his upcoming film 'Bhooth Bangla'. The song 'Ram Ji Bhala Karein' from 'Bhooth Bangla' features the hook line of the song 'Bhuter Raja Dilo Bor' from the National Award-winning Bengali film 'Goopy Gyne Bagha Byne', helmed by Satyajit Ray. Priyadarshan attended the trailer launch of 'Bhooth Bangla' in the city on Monday, and reacted to the allegations of plagiarism. He ...Read More >
INDORE: At a hearing on the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula mosque dispute case on Monday, the Indore bench of the Madhya Pradesh high court was informed that there were, in fact, two idols - of Vaghdevi (Goddess Saraswati) and Amba - recovered from the Bhojshala site in Dhar during the colonial period and presently housed in the British Museum in London.The counsel for Hindu Front for Justice, advocate Vishnu Shankar Jain, made the submission before the bench comprising Justice Vijay Kumar Shukla and Jus ...Read More >
Nora Fatehi and Badshah release 'Sajan Re', a genre-blending summer anthem featuring hip-hop beats, melodic vocals and a vibrant music video. A new summer anthem has arrived, bringing together global performer Nora Fatehi and hitmaker Badshah in Sajan Re, a track that blends swagger with melody and marks a fresh creative turn for both artists. A Genre-Blending Collaboration Sajan Re stands out as a high-energy track that merges desi hip-hop with a vibrant melodic groove. Driven by Badshah's s ...Read More >
KOZHIKODE: Kerala's long-pending tunnel project received a decisive legal clearance on Monday as the Supreme Court declined to halt the Kozhikode-Wayanad twin tunnel project, dismissing petitions challenging its environmental approval and effectively allowing construction to proceed. A Bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi upheld an earlier verdict of the Kerala High Court, which had validated the environmental clearance granted by the Ministry of Environment, Forest ...Read More >
Chennai: A court in Tamil Nadu's Madurai district on Monday awarded death sentence to nine policemen in the custodial death of trader P Jayaraj and his son J Benicks in Thoothukudi district that triggered nationwide outrage six years ago. The nine policemen are Inspector Sridhar, Sub-Inspectors Balakrishnan and Raghu Ganesh, and police personnel Murugan, Samadurai, Muthuraja, Chelladurai, Thomas Francis, and Veilumuthu. Underlining that this was a "case of abuse of authority", the court mainta ...Read More >
Bollywood actor Salman Khan found himself at the centre of a hilarious online debate after his designer footwear caught everyone's attention. The actor, who has been making the most of his time off the film sets, attending events and making public appearances, left the internet divided over his choice of footwear during his latest appearance. A video circulating on social media shows Khan stepping out of his car at the ariport rocking a checked shirt, statement jeans and distressed footwear. The ...Read More >
JAIPUR: The conflict in West Asia has severely disrupted key trade sectors of Rajasthan, leading to stalled shipments and rising production costs. In particular, the war and the related shipping and fuel crisis have started to dent exports of Bikaner's famed namkeen industry and Sojat's mehendi trade. Currently, consignments of Sojat mehndi and Bikaneri bhujia worth crores are stuck at ports or are in long transit routes to the Gulf and European markets, causing losses to traders. Bikaneri bhu ...Read More >
Cricketer Virat Kohli has shared a glowing review of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, calling it a "cinematic experience" unlike anything he has seen in India. The cricketer took to social media after watching the film, praising director Aditya Dhar for his vision and conviction, and describing him as a "genius". Kohli also singled out Ranveer Singh for special praise, stating that the actor has "attained a different level" with his performance. He added that while all actors delivered strong performan ...Read More >
Shocking news has emerged from the Tamil TV industry. Popular actress Subhashini breathed her last today, on April 6, 2026. Following a family conflict, the actress reportedly took her own life by hanging herself. She took this step just a few days before her birthday. According to reports, Subhashini committed suicide at her residence in Chennai. Subhashini was known for playing a pivotal role in the popular Tamil serial Kayal. The actress, who was of Sri Lankan origin, had been residing in an ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 7 (ANI): Singer-songwriter Jasleen Royal is set to collaborate with rapper Badshah for the emotionally romantic track 'Inaam'. According to the press note, anchored in delicate production and stripped-back instrumentation, 'Inaam' foregrounds Royal's signature soft, expressive vocals as she traces the contours of a relationship defined by emotional security rather than fleeting intensity. Also Read | IPL 2026: Shah Rukh Khan's Intense Chat With KKR CEO Venky ...Read More >
On a recent podcast, actor Divya Dutta spoke about women's expression of love, responding to a question about whether she had ever experienced the kind of intense love often associated with veteran actor Rekha. YouTuber Shubhankar Mishra, on his podcast, referred to Rekha as someone who has never shied away from expressing her love and admiration for megastar Amitabh Bachchan. He cited instances such as her jumping with joy at an award show when Bachchan won a trophy, and her warm gesture towar ...Read More >
Chennai: Madras high court quashed the prosecution launched by income tax dept against film director Gautham Vasudev Menon for the alleged failure on part of Photon Kathaas Production Pvt Limited, his film production company, to file I-T returns for the assessment year 2013-14.Justice G K Ilanthiraiyan passed the order in view of a submission made by advocate Revathi Manivannan for Gautham Menon, that he was no longer a director of the company and that he resigned from the post on May 2, 2011.Th ...Read More >
Chennai: President of the Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), Vijay, cancelled his scheduled campaign at the T Nagar Assembly constituency area on Monday, peeved over the police cutting down the duration for the event from four hours to one hour, while a party member raised an objection over the impending release of a Tamil film, 'Thanga Natchathiram - TN 2026' on April 10. While the general secretary of the party's election campaign management Aadhav Arjuna blamed the Chennai City Police and Commis ...Read More >
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