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Hyderabad: To mark the centenary of Raj Kapoor, one of Indian cinema's most iconic filmmakers, a grand retrospective celebrating his unparalleled legacy is set to take place from December 13 to December 15, 2024. Titled Raj Kapoor 100 - Celebrating the Centenary of the Greatest Showman, the event will showcase 10 of his most beloved films across 40 cities in India. This cinematic tribute will include screenings of classics like Aag, Awaara, Shree 420, Sangam, and Bobby, along with other masterpieces such as Barsaat, Jagte Raho, Jis Desh Mein Ganga Behti Hai, Mera Naam Joker, and Ram Teri Ganga Maili. Kareena Kapoor, Raj Kapoor's granddaughter, expressed her pride in celebrating the centenary of the legendary filmmaker, calling him "India's Greatest Showman." She shared her excitement on social media, writing: "His legacy lives on. We are so proud to celebrate the 100th birth anniversary of my grandfather. Join us from Dec 13-15, 2024, on a nostalgic journey through his most iconic films." Alia Bhatt added to the sentiment by sharing Kareena's post on her Instagram story, accompanied by three shining star emojis.
Panaji (Goa) [India], November 27 (ANI): Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar, known for his films with gripping storylines, shared his experience of being part of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) and discussed his upcoming project, Wives of Bollywood. Speaking with ANI, he said, "I am very happy to be here. I have been attending for almost 20 or 22 years. I have been involved in various capacities -- sometimes as part of the standing committee, sometimes as a jury member, and sometimes as the chairman. It's a place where filmmakers from all over the world, as well as different sta ...Read More >
New Delhi: Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has officially revealed the release date for his much-anticipated horror-comedy, 'Bhooth Bangla.' The film, which marks his reunion with veteran director Priyadarshan, will be released on April 2, 2026. The actor shared the exciting news on his official Instagram account, alongside a new poster for the movie, which has already sparked a wave of enthusiasm among fans. In his Instagram post, Akshay Kumar wrote, "Beyond excited to be on set with my favourite @priyadarshan.official as we begin the shoot of our horror comedy #BhoothBangla today. Yeh darr ...Read More >
Kareena Kapoor Khan brought a deeply personal and touching element to her meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi by requesting him to write a heartfelt message for her two sons, Taimur Ali Khan and Jeh Ali Khan, who were unable to attend the event. A memorable highlight from the gathering showcased Kareena watching intently, her expression radiating pride and warmth, as the Prime Minister inscribed a note dedicated to her children, affectionately called "Tim and Jeh."Kareena Kapoor Khan added ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Dilip Kumar, the 'Tragedy King' of Indian cinema, continues to be remembered for his unmatched contributions to Bollywood. Born on December 11, 1922, as Muhammad Yusuf Khan in Peshawar, Pakistan, he ruled the silver screen with his impeccable acting skills, emotional depth, and charisma. On the occasion of his birth anniversary, let's take a trip down memory lane to revisit some of the most iconic roles that made Dilip Kumar a cinematic legend, a man who left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. 1. 'Andaz' (1949) In 'Andaz', Dilip Kumar shared the screen with Nargis and Raj Kapoo ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], January 27 (ANI): Actress Kangana Ranaut has officially announced her return to movie sets for the filming of her new movie, which reunites her with her 'Tanu Weds Manu' co-star R Madhavan. The two actors, who previously delighted audiences with their performances in the successful romantic comedy series, will now collaborate again in a psychological thriller. Also Read | 'Those First Loves Always Stay With You': 'Loveyapa' Pair Junaid Khan and Khushi Kapoor on True Love, Sibling Rivalry and Inspiration From Actor Parents (LatestLY Exclusive). The announcement came shortl ...Read More >
Trisha Krishnan's old video is currently circulating on Instagram from the success party of Ponniyin Selvan 1 (PS-1). This party was a celebration of the film's massive success at the box office, where it earned over Rs 460 crore worldwide, according to a Deadline report. Ponniyin Selvan 1 has become the third highest-grossing Indian movie of 2022, a remarkable achievement for a Tamil film. The movie has been widely praised for its direction, performances, and grand visuals, making it a milestone in Indian cinema. Trisha Krishnan's old video is currently circulating on Instagram from the succ ...Read More >
Oxford has chosen "brain rot" as its Word of the Year for 2024. Read on to know more about its meaning and origin. Do you endlessly scroll through Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, or memes? If so, there's a term for people who get caught in this mindless scrolling - "brain rot". And Oxford has chosen it as its Word of the Year for 2024. The word was selected from a shortlist of six contenders: brain rot, demure, dynamic pricing, lore, romantasy, and slop. Before diving deep into the origins of the word brain rot, which saw a 230 per cent increase in its usage from 2023 to 2024, let us first ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 11 (PTI) A day after the members of Raj Kapoor's family met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan thanked him for inviting them to "commemorate the extraordinary life and legacy" of their grandfather ahead of the cinema icon's birth centenary. The Kapoor family, including actors Ranbir Kapoor, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, and Neetu Kapoor, met the prime minister on Tuesday and invited him to the Raj Kapoor Film Festival to be held to celebrate the occasion. December 14, 2024 marks the 100th birth anniversary of Raj Kapoor, an actor, editor, a director, and ...Read More >
Aishwarya Rai recently attended the Global Women’s Forum in Dubai, where her name appeared without the "Bachchan" surname, sparking social media buzz amid ongoing divorce rumors with Abhishek Bachchan. Speculations intensified after Aishwarya attended a wedding solo with daughter Aaradhya, while Abhishek was elsewhere with his family. Rumors also linked Abhishek to actress Nimrat Kaur. Breaking his silence, Amitabh Bachchan addressed these rumors through a blog post, urging readers not to believe unverified information marked by "question marks," emphasizing the harm of baseless speculation. T ...Read More >
The #ShameOnMTVHUSTLE trend surfaced on Monday with several users coming together to support comedian Rohan Cariappa. It all started when Rohan took to his Instagram Stories to claim that his YouTube channel was getting shut. "50 plus strikes," he wrote in one story along with a screen recording of the strikes on his videos about the show. In another story, he wrote, "The channel shuts down on the 7th ... Killswitch aur Danish ke baad mera bhi elimination ho raha hai (I have been eliminated after Killswitch and Danish)." Danish and Killswitch were contestants of the show. It is being said th ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 4 (ANI): The pre-wedding celebrations of filmmaker Anurag Kashyap's daughter, Aaliyah Kashyap, have officially begun, with her best friend Khushi Kapoor sharing her excitement on social media. On Wednesday, Khushi took to her Instagram Stories to re-share a picture from the festivities. The image featured Aaliyah, her fiance Shane Gregoire, and their close friends, including Khushi, Ida Ali (daughter of filmmaker Imtiaz Ali), and others. The group, dressed in traditional attire, looked stunning as they posed for the camera. Also Read | Maryam Faisal's X ...Read More >
Allu Arjun is one of the biggest names in the Telugu film industry. The mass hero enjoys a massive fan following because of his charismatic screen presence and engaging performances. He is currently in the limelight because of Pushpa 2, which hit the screens on December 5 and opened to an earth-shattering response at the box office. Amid this, a photo of Bunny from a wedding has become the talk of the town. Allu Arjun, the star of films such as DJ and Pushpa, recently attended a wedding in Hyder ...Read More >
New Delhi, December 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said the government is committed to providing every facility to the devotees visiting Prayagraj for Maha Kumbh. Ahead of his visit to Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Friday, PM Modi said that he will take stock of the works related to the Maha Kumbh and also inaugurate and launch multiple development projects. PM Modi Prayagraj Visit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi To Arrive in Prayagraj Today To Launch Development Projects Worth Around INR 5,500 Crore. "Along with making the Maha Kumbh of faith divine and grand, we are committed to providi ...Read More >
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) January 27 (ANI): Spiritual leader and orator Devkinandan Thakur on Monday said that the Sanatana Dharma Sansad, which he convenes at the ongoing Mahakumbh, is organised for safeguarding Sanatanis. Devkinandan Thakurji Maharaj, as he is popularly known, said that the Dharma Sansad has been called for a board that can bring all our puja, tradition, culture, and Gau mata together and protect them. Also Read | Mahakumbh 2025: After Taking Holy Dip, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Along With His Family, Performs 'Aarti' at Triveni Sangam. "This Sanatana Dharma Sansad is ...Read More >
Melbourne: A celebrity and "public relations maven" from Australia Roxy Jacenko has said she regrets turning her daughter, Pixie Curtis, into a child social media influencer. The 13-year-old's Instagram account had long been used by her mother to generate income via brand sponsorships and online businesses such as Pixie's Bows and Pixie's Toys. But Jacenko is now saying the money wasn't worth the negative effects of Pixie's public persona, which included being bullied at school. This admission, along with the government's decision to ban social media for under-16s, is a timely reminder for p ...Read More >
'Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein' (2001) is a romantic drama directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, marking the Bollywood debut of R Madhavan and Dia Mirza. At the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, actor R Madhavan opened up about the emotional journey of his iconic film 'Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein' (RHTDM), which has achieved cult status over the years. The film, initially released in 2001, marked a significant milestone in Bollywood, both for R Madhavan and his co-star Dia Mirza, as it was their debut film. Directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, the romantic drama also starred Saif ...Read More >
MS Dhoni stole the show with his charming presence and enthusiastically matched the steps with his fellow dancers. It has hardly been a week since MS Dhoni broke the internet with his pout selfie. The former Indian captain has once again gone viral for a video that captured him dancing to a folk song along with his wife Sakshi and some friends. The clip is claimed to be from a wedding ceremony in Rishikesh. Joined by some local folk artists, Dhoni was seen grooving to the beats of the popular "pahadi" song- Gulabi Shahara. The former World Cup winning-skipper stole the show with his charming ...Read More >
Bollywood's OTT couple, Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal, just redefined couple goals as they celebrated three years of marital bliss with a magical jungle retreat. Katrina took to Instagram on Tuesday to give fans a peek into their intimate celebration, and it was the perfect blend of adventure, romance, and aesthetic vibes. Dressed in a sunny yellow outfit, Katrina looked radiant as she posed amidst nature. Another candid shot showed her running through the jungle in a chic white shirt paired wi ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (Dec 11) interacted with members of the Kapoor family who extended an invitation to him to join them in commemorating the 100th birth anniversary of legendary actor-filmmaker Raj Kapoor on Saturday (Dec 14). Members of the Kapoor family including Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Karisma Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor, and Riddhima Kapoor Sahni were present during the brief interaction with the Prime Minister. Modi, who had the conversation with the Kapoor family on 100 years of cinematic legend Raj Kapoor, shared his ad ...Read More >
Alia Bhatt has always shared a special bond with her sister, Shaheen Bhatt, and their close relationship is often evident on social media. On Shaheen's birthday, Alia made the day even more special by posting a heartfelt wish on Instagram, referring to her sister as "her life." Alia Bhatt shares heartfelt birthday wish for sister Shaheen Bhatt with adorable selfie, watch The Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani star shared an adorable selfie with her sister Shaheen. In the photo, Alia looked radiant in a floral outfit, while Shaheen wore a chic orange dress. Alongside the image, Alia wrote, "Happy ...Read More >
Uber has launched India's first Shikara ride on Srinagar's Dal Lake, offering a unique and scenic experience. This new service allows passengers to enjoy the tranquil beauty of the lake while riding in a traditional Shikara boat. Booking is easy through the Uber app, with rides available daily from 10 AM to 6 PM. This initiative aims to boost tourism in the region while providing locals with a new way to experience the lake. With Uber's entry into the Shikara market, visitors can now enjoy a blend of modern convenience and traditional charm on Dal Lake. ...Read More >
Mumbai: Actor Vikrant Massey recently caused a stir in the entertainment industry with a social media post that many interpreted as an announcement of his retirement. The actor's heartfelt message reflected on his career, gratitude for his supporters, and his plans to take a step back. However, in a recent interview with News18, Vikrant clarified the misunderstanding, explaining that he is taking a long break rather than retiring from acting altogether. In his Instagram post, Vikrant wrote: "Hello, The last few years and beyond have been phenomenal. I thank each and every one of you for your ...Read More >
It seems like the lady has found love again. Reports suggest that Malaika Arora has started seeing fashion stylist Rahul Vijay, and here's everything you need to know about him and their growing romance. Malaika Arora seems to have found love again months after breaking up with Arjun Kapoor. The diva recently attended AP Dhillon's Mumbai concert with a mystery boy and the internet quickly recalled that he was the same guy Malaika was spotted with last week on a dinner date. This time, Arora even ...Read More >
New Delhi: Fans are going crazy over BLACKPINK member Jisoo's formal announcement that her solo comeback would be dropping on February 14, 2025. In a teaser video that became popular all over social media, Jisoo made the news on her official Instagram. The simple teaser shows an electrocardiogram (ECG) recorder drawing a heartbeat on paper, set to music that sounds like static. The teaser builds up to her return on Valentine's Day, and it ends with that confirmation. Just writing "2025.02.14...coming soon" in the description had her fans even more pumped up. The comment area was filled with ...Read More >
Jammu: Hours after 37-year-old Sumit Jandyal of the Vijaypur area of Samba district, was shot dead in broad daylight in the heart of Jammu city yesterday, the Khauff gang claimed responsibility. In a post on its Instagram page "khauff_group", the gang claiming responsibility wrote, "What happened in Jewel Chowk, our two brothers Anil Rajee and Bunty Rajee take the responsibility for that. This was the revenge for killing our brother Shunu." However, the family members and relatives of the deceased refuted the allegations of any gang affiliation, asserting that Jandyal was a well-regarded per ...Read More >
This is a celebration of everyone who worked so passionately on the film, says the celebrated director. History was made as Payal Kapadia became the first Indian director to have won a Golden Globe nomination for Best Director. Her much talked about movie, 'All We Imagine as Light' has won two GG nominations in total. One for Best Director and the other for Best Motion Picture (Non-English). The two prestigious nominations at the 82nd Golden Globes mark a milestone in Indian cinema. After Canne ...Read More >
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 27 (ANI): The ongoing Mahakumbh in Prayagraj has witnessed an extraordinary surge in devotees, with over 6.019 million pilgrims taking the holy dip at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers as of 12 pm on Monday, as per Uttar Pradesh government. Earlier today, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday took a holy dip at the Sangam Triveni in Prayagraj in the ongoing Mahakumbh Mela. Also Read | Uttarakhand Becomes First State To Implement Uniform Civil Code; CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Launches UCC Portal, Credits People for Implementatio ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Netflix is set to release a highly anticipated documentary series titled The Roshans, offering an intimate glimpse into the world of Bollywood's most influential family, the Roshans. This powerful docu-series traces the remarkable journey of the Roshan family, whose legacy has significantly shaped the Indian film industry. The series delves into the lives of the patriarch, legendary music composer Roshan, and his sons: filmmaker Rakesh Roshan and composer Rajesh Roshan, along with their famous grandson, actor Hrithik Roshan. Hrithik Roshan, sharing the update on his Instagram, expr ...Read More >
In a viral video, AP Dhillon performs for Malaika Arora, who looks stunning in a brown dress as fans sing along with them. Global Punjabi music sensation AP Dhillon, who recently performed in Mumbai, was seen dedicating a song to Bollywood actress Malaika Arora during his live concert. A video capturing the moment has taken social media by storm, sparking a wave of fan reactions. In a video shared by Filmygyan, AP Dhillon is seen holding a guitar while being joined on stage by Malaika Arora, wh ...Read More >
SSAB, a Nordic and US-based steel company, along with its subsidiary Ruukki Construction, has announced a donation of roofing products and steel to aid in the reconstruction of war-damaged buildings in Ukraine. This philanthropic effort is in collaboration with the nongovernmental organisation OperationAid, focusing on the Mykolaiv region's urgent rebuilding needs. The donation includes approximately 3,000m² of colour-coated steel for roofing, manufactured at Ruukki's plant near Ukrainian capi ...Read More >