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Mumbai: Bigg Boss 19 has already become one of the most talked-about upcoming reality shows, with names of several celebrities doing the rounds as potential contestants. One of the first big names to surface was television veteran Ram Kapoor, which instantly got fans excited about the possibility of watching his unfiltered avatar inside the Bigg Boss house. However, putting all speculations to rest, Ram Kapoor has officially rejected the offer to be a part of Bigg Boss 19. In a recent interview with Filmibeat, the Bade Achhe Lagte Hain actor made his stance crystal clear. "I will never ever come in Bigg Boss even if they offer me 20cr because that kind of show is not for me. That doesn't mean it's a bad show, I know it's a very very successful show. My point is, I consider myself an actor." He further added, "These kind of shows although they are very successful but they are just voyeurism. Bigg Boss or any kind of reality show, you are not showing any talent, it's just voyeurism. It's just people liking to see other people's life. That's fine. It's not for me. I am a very private person. I would be the worst person for Bigg Boss". He also said that even if he did take part, it wouldn't serve any purpose professionally. "If I do a show like Bigg Boss, I'll be forgotten in no time," he added. Interestingly, there are now whispers that his wife, actress Gautami Kapoor, might be entering Bigg Boss 19, although there is no confirmation from her side yet. Meanwhile, Bigg Boss 19 is expected to premiere in August with the theme of "Rewind." This season will reportedly bring back the iconic secret room twist, and in a new game-changing format, housemates may not have the power to eliminate any contestants. With excitement building and speculations swirling, fans are now waiting to see which celebrities will finally make it to the controversial house this season.
Mumbai, June 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Shefali Jariwala, who passed away on Friday night in Mumbai, climbed the ladder to success with the remix of her song, 'Kaanta Laga'. The actress has an interesting connection with Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. Back in the early 2000s, the dot com bubble had burst, a decade had passed since the New Economic Policy of India was enacted. Like other sectors, India's entertainment industry too was looking west. But to make the content marketable, it was imperative to have the basic thread from India. That's how the remix of 'Kaanta Laga' came to life. ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Ankita Lokhande shared some "raw" pictures of herself as she celebrated unfiltered beauty that comes from being present. Ankita took to Instagram, where she shared a string of pictures of herself standing on the balcony. The sunlight softly touches her skin adding an extra golden glow and the wind adds the drama to the actress' perfect curly hair. The actress, who looks stunning dressed in a black and white dress, wrote her thoughts in the caption section. She wrote: "There's a kind of beauty that isn't filtered, posed, or planned... It's in the way ...Read More >
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], September 15 (ANI): Popular reality show 'Bigg Boss 19' saw its first eviction, and it turned out to be a shocking double elimination. This week's 'Weekend Ka Vaar' was hosted by Farah Khan, along with Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi. The episode saw two contestants, Nagma Mirajkar and Natalia Janoszek, leaving the house after receiving the lowest votes from the audience. In Sunday's WKV episode, Farah Khan first announced Natalia's name for eviction. Just as the housemates gathered to bid her goodbye, Farah surprised everyone with another twist, revealing that Nagm ...Read More >
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], September 29 (ANI): As Navratri festivities light up the country, the state government has permitted food stalls and other businesses to remain open till the early morning hours, a move that has been welcomed by vendors and traders who said it would significantly boost their earnings during the festive season. The move has been welcomed by vendors and traders who consider it profitable for their business. Also Read | 'Expectations vs Reality': Smriti Irani Shares Her Weekend on 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2' Set (View Post). The decision, taken under the gui ...Read More >
Mumbai: 'Bigg Boss 19' contestant, actor-filmmaker Zeishan Quadri, who got evicted from the Salman Khan hosted reality show last week, has opened up about his bond with Tanya Mittal. Inside the 'Bigg Boss 19' house, Zeishan was seen bonding quite well with social media influencer Tanya Mittal. When asked about his equation with Tanya post his exit from the show, Zeishan said, "Mera uske sath koi equation nahi hai, maine sirf maze liye hain baithkar uske sath. (There is no equation between me and Tanya. I just enjoyed her company in the Bigg Boss house)" He continued, "Mujhe aisa character l ...Read More >
Bigg Boss Marathi 6 Week 12 elimination: Saagar Karande and Reva Kaurase are in the danger zone as voting trends hint at a possible eviction. Drama continues to peak inside the Bigg Boss Marathi 6 house as the show inches closer to its finale. This week has seen intense clashes, including a heated face-off between Raqesh Bapat and Vishal Kotian, along with Rakhi Sawant bringing her signature dose of chaos and humour. With Week 12 nominations in place, all eyes are now on who might face eliminati ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has reaffirmed that the personal liberty of two consenting adults to marry and live together peacefully is protected under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. In a recent ruling, the court emphasised that family opposition cannot override this autonomy. Justice Sanjeev Narula stated that the Supreme Court has consistently upheld this principle, directing law enforcement to protect couples from threats or coercion. In this case, the court ordered police protection for a young couple who feared harassment from the woman's family. The couple had solemnised the ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) Choreographer, filmmaker and star Youtuber Farah Khan, who hosted the Weekend Ka Vaar segment of "Bigg Boss 19" during superstar Salman Khan's absence, has asked actor Akshay Kumar if he's game to make part two of their 2010 heist comedy film "Tees Maar Khan". Farah took to Instagram stories, where she shared a picture of herself along with Akshay from the sets of "Bigg Boss 19". The actor was seen in the controversial reality show promoting his upcoming film "Jolly LLB 3." The filmmaker-choreographer and Youtuber found hosting with Akshay "such fun." "Tees m ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 18 (ANI): Bollywood actor Salman Khan extended warm Diwali greetings at the Kalina airport, following his return to Mumbai on Friday. The actor was given a rousing welcome by the eager paparazzi who were seen calling out his name and even sharing 'Happy Diwali' wishes. In response to the shoutout, Salman obliged the media by waving his hand toward them and folding his hands in gratitude. At one point, the actor also greeted them by wishing "Happy Diwali." Before heading towards his car, Salman came to the front and posed for the media for one final time ...Read More >
Mohammed Siraj and Mahira Sharma spark fresh dating rumours after a cafe sighting, social media reacts as the unconfirmed relationship buzz grows Star India pacer Mohammed Siraj was recently spotted at the same cafe as Bollywood actress Mahira Sharma, as dating rumours ignited. A recent café sighting of Siraj and Mahira has sparked fresh dating rumours. While they were not spotted together, their simultaneous presence set social media buzzing. Fans started speculating about a potential connec ...Read More >
Mumbai: In a heartbreaking moment for TV fans, Shefali Jariwala, famous for the hit song Kaanta Laga and a popular contestant from Bigg Boss 13, passed away on June 27 due to a suspected cardiac arrest. She was only 42 years old. Her sudden death has sparked fresh talk of a so-called "Bigg Boss curse" -- a growing list of young contestants who've died unexpectedly. Here's a list of 8 former contestants who tragically passed away under the age of 45: Died of suspected cardiac arrest in 2025. Known for her performance in Kaanta Laga and appearance in Bigg Boss 13. Bigg Boss 13 winner. Passed ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], August 14: Large-sized deals (>=100,000 sq. ft.), continue to drive India's commercial office market, consistently accounting for bulk of the Grade A office space uptake in the last 5 years. In H1 2025 too, 51% of the total leasing across the top 7 cities was through large-sized deals at 17.2 million sq feet, reflecting occupiers' sustained appetite for high-quality office spaces to support growth strategies. Also Read | 'Bigg Boss 19': Transgender Athlete Anaya Bangar Approached for Salman Khan's Upcoming Reality Show? Here's What We Know. Technology sector co ...Read More >
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], September 15 (ANI): Popular reality show Bigg Boss 19 saw its first eviction, and it turned out to be a shocking double elimination. This week Weekend Ka Vaar was hosted by Farah Khan, along with Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi. The episode saw two contestants, Nagma Mirajkar and Natalia Janoszek, leaving the house after receiving the lowest votes from the audience. In Sunday WKV episode, Farah Khan first announced Natalia name for eviction. Just as the housemates gathered to bid her goodbye, Farah surprised everyone with another twist, revealing that Nagma would al ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 15 (ANI): Sonakshi Sinha and Sudheer Babu starrer much-awaited Telugu film 'Jatadhara' is set to officially hit theatres on November 7. On Monday, the makers announced the film's release date, revealing that it will be out in both Hindi and Telugu languages. They also unveiled a jaw-dropping motion poster of 'Jatadhara', taking the excitement to the next level. Also Read | 'Nishaanchi' Fever Hits Delhi: Aaishvary Thackeray, Vedika Pinto & Anurag Kashyap Soak in Sights and Gorge in Delicacies of the Capital (View Pics). Sonakshi Sinha also shared the s ...Read More >
Actor-Singer Shehnaaz Gill recently opened up about consuming black alkaline water, which can cost up to Rs 600 per bottle. Despite the high price, Gill claimed that the water doesn't have a different taste and she drinks it simply because she finds it black. Alkaline water has become a popular trend among celebrities and many people claim it is good for health. However, Gill's remarks about the water being just like normal water surprised fans. In her comments, Shehnaaz Gill also mentioned that ...Read More >
Mumbai: Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 has been making headlines even before the shooting has officially begun. Several celebrity names rumoured to be part of the upcoming season of the Rohit Shetty-hosted show have been circulating online, leaving fans excited. Interestingly, every year, there is a strong crossover between Bigg Boss and Khatron Ke Khiladi, which is one of the main reasons why reality show lovers eagerly follow both formats. This year too, several popular former Bigg Boss contestants are expected to take on the daredevil stunts in the adventure-based show. So far, around 10 names fro ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) The demise of actress Shefali Jariwala has deeply shocked the entertainment industry. The actress is reported to have passed away on Friday due to cardiac arrest. However, this is not the first case of an actor passing away due to a heart related ailment at a relatively young age. Actor Sidharth Shukla, who was a fellow contestant of the actress in the 13th season of the reality show 'Bigg Boss', passed away in 2021 at the age of 40 following a heart attack. The actor, who won the 13th edition of 'Bigg Boss' was also reported to be the ex-boyfriend of Shefali. ...Read More >
Bigg Boss 19 continues to stir emotions inside the house, with contestants sharing personal stories that leave a lasting impact. In a recent clip from the upcoming episode, Farrhana Bhatt opened up about the pain of growing up in a broken family. Speaking candidly with co-contestant Kunickaa Sadanand, she revealed how her parents separated when her mother was just 25. When Kunickaa asked about her father, Farrhana made a heartbreaking confession: "I have not seen him. I have just seen him in pic ...Read More >
The image was shared on X. Mumbai: The cause behind actor Shefali Jariwala's death is yet to be ascertained, and her body has been taken for postmortem, the Mumbai Police said on Saturday. "Her body was found at her residence in Andheri. The police received the information at 1 am (Saturday). Her body has been sent to Cooper Hospital for postmortem. The cause of her death is not yet clear," police stated. A mobile forensic unit and a team of Mumbai Police reached the actor's apartment in the ...Read More >
Mumbai, Aug 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) As the latest season of the popular reality show "Bigg Boss" is set to entertain the fans soon, JioHotstar has revealed the house for this season. The house for the show hosted by Salman Khan has been conceptualized by renowned designer Omung Kumar with production designer Vanita Garud. For Season 19, the design of the house has been inspired by the spirit of camping in the wild, invoking the raw simplicity of a cabin in the woods. Wooden textures ground the house in tradition, while vibrant colours reflect the diversity and unpredictability of the opinions of ...Read More >
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], September 15 (ANI): Popular reality show 'Bigg Boss 19' saw its first eviction, and it turned out to be a shocking double elimination. This week's 'Weekend Ka Vaar' was hosted by Farah Khan, along with Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi. The episode saw two contestants, Nagma Mirajkar and Natalia Janoszek, leaving the house after receiving the lowest votes from the audience. Also Read | Emmy Awards 2025: Netflix Hit 'Adolescence' Wins 6 Major Awards at 77th Primetime Ceremony. In Sunday's WKV episode, Farah Khan first announced Natalia's name for eviction. Just as the ...Read More >
In one of the previous episodes of Bigg Boss 19 too, Amaal Mallik claimed that Awez Darbar was cheating on his girlfriend, Nagma Mirajkar. Bigg Boss 19: Amaal Mallik has once again issued an open threat about Awez Darbar, making comments about his personal life. In the recent episode of Salman Khan's controversial reality show, Amaal questioned Nehal Chudasama for telling Pranit More and the team that they were better in the comedy task. Nehal explained that she felt guilty after announcing the ...Read More >
BENGALURU: BBMP marshals deployed at lake security and supervision wing, ward monitoring and Indira Canteens are working without salaries since March. The situation has arisen after Bangalore Solid Waste Management Limited was carved out of BBMP for garbage management. Their salaries are usually given through the Ex-Servicemen Welfare Society and each marshal is paid Rs 17,500 monthly. "Supervisors say the delay is due to a set of procedures. Earlier, the amount was given to the Ex-Servicemen Welfare Society towards payments from BBMP. Now the files have to be cleared from BWSML to ward mars ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Nearly a decade after her explosive exit from Bigg Boss 10, controversial contestant Priyanka Jagga is making headlines once again. The reality TV star, known for her fiery clashes and particularly her spat with host Salman Khan, has now claimed that she will be returning to the show in its upcoming 19th season. Taking to Facebook on Tuesday, Priyanka shared several throwback pictures from her time on Bigg Boss 10. Alongside the pictures, she included a note about her eventful time on the show and admitted she had been offered a return to the Bigg Boss house for the new season. Sh ...Read More >
New Delhi: Former beauty queen and Bollywood actress Tanushree Dutta, who is hailed as the torchbearer of MeToo movement in India, recently in one of her interviews revealed about rejecting a staggering Rs 1.65 crore Bigg Boss offer. She alleged 'men and women sleep in same hall...fight there, I can't do that'. In an interview with Bollywood Thikana, Tanushree Dutta said, "Do you really think I would go to a show like that? I can't stay in a place like that; I don't even stay with my own family. I was never interested in Bigg Boss and will never be. They have offered me Rs 1.65 crore to be a ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 29 (ANI): 'Bigg Boss 19' contestant Awez Darbar has been evicted from the Salman Khan-hosted reality show. His elimination took place on Sunday, after he was nominated alongside Ashnoor Kaur, Pranit More, Gaurav Khanna, Mridul Tiwari, and Neelam Giri. Also Read | 'Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle' Box Office: Japanese Anime Smashes Records Worldwide, Becomes 7th Highest-Grossing Film of 2025!. Awez, a well-known social media content creator, could not survive the show despite having a strong fan base outside the house. His eviction came just a day after ...Read More >
Friends who were familiar with Gaurav prior to Bigg Boss 19, along with those he met during the program, gathered to celebrate the dual event -- his Bigg Boss 19 win and his birthday. Gaurav Khanna's latest achievement on Bigg Boss 19 resulted in a day-long celebration, as dear friends from TV and digital realms gathered for a cosy birthday (December 11) and victory bash. The evening event showcased Gaurav's rising fame following his Bigg Boss 19 victory and signified another personal achievemen ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 12 (ANI): As it's Sidharth Shukla's birth anniversary on Thursday, fans have taken social media to pay heartfelt tributes to the late actor. Shehnaaz Gill, who shared a close bond with Sidharth Shukla, also remembered the 'Bigg Boss 13' winner. She took to her Instagram story and wrote, "12:12" on a black background. Though she didn't explain more about it, her post clearly showed how much she misses the presence of Sidharth in her life. #SidharthShuklaLivesOn," a fan wrote on X. Be it X or Instagram, Sidharth's fans have flooded all social media plat ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 25 (PTI) Kashmiri actor-activist Farhana Bhat, best known for her roles in Bollywood films such as "Laila Majnu" and "Notebook", is one of the 16 contestants in the popular reality show "Bigg Boss 19". Bhat, who is known to be a fearless voice against terrorism in the Valley, made her acting debut in 2016 with the comedy-drama film "Sunshine Music Tours and Travels". Her latest work includes the 2023 film "Country of Blind" from Rahhat Shah Kazmi. Speaking about her journey, well-wishers from the Valley have expressed how Bhat represents a new face of Kashmiri youth -- educate ...Read More >
Mumbai Sep 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Television actor Abhishek Kumar currently is seen as a participant on the reality TV show "Pati Patni Aur Panga". The actor recently created a light-hearted moment on the set when he jokingly said, "I love you" to Sunita Ahuja, wife of Bollywood superstar Govinda. Sunita was present on the show as a special guest, and the exchange, meant in fun, left both the audience and fellow contestants in splits. The reality shop Pati Patni Aur Panga, hosted by Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbhachiyaa, has quickly become a buzzworthy show with an amalgamation of entertainment, ...Read More >