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Kochi: Superstar Mammootty's son, actor Dulquer Salmaan, on Friday approached the Kerala High Court seeking the release of his luxury vehicles seized by the Customs Department during 'Operation Numkhoor', early this week. In his petition, the actor challenged the legality of the seizure and demanded that the vehicle be returned at the earliest. According to the petition, Customs authorities had taken into custody one among four vehicles owned by Salmaan, two Land Rovers and two Nissan models. He argued that he had already produced all the necessary records to prove his ownership, including payment receipts, and therefore, there was no justification for the continued detention of the vehicle. Salmaan emphasised that he had purchased the cars by paying cash in accordance with the law of the land, and all supporting documents were available for verification. The petition further stated that despite submitting complete documentation, neither the actor nor his representatives were being given a fair hearing by Customs officials. He alleged that the records relating to the seized car were being ignored and that the seizure memo issued by the department should be cancelled. Also Read | Delhi HC Rejects Ex-NCB Officer Sameer Wankhede's Defamation Suit Over Aryan Khan's Directorial Debut 'Ba***ds Of Bollywood' Series Salmaan maintained that the vehicle should be immediately restored to him since no violation had occurred. The actor also pointed out that sections of the media had linked the case with alleged "anti-national activities", which he described as misleading and damaging to his reputation. He clarified that the vehicle was legally purchased, and there was no basis for such insinuations. Legal observers believe the case could set a significant precedent in disputes involving the seizure of high-value personal property by enforcement agencies. Also Read | Zubeen Garg Death Probe: Singer's Long-Time Associate Shekhar Goswami Arrested, Organiser Of Northeast Festival Likely To Surrender For now, Salmaan's plea has once again brought the spotlight on high-profile celebrity ownership of luxury vehicles and the scrutiny such possessions attract from enforcement bodies in India. In Kerala alone, the probe authorities have identified 36 vehicles, while more than 150 vehicles have not been traced.
Thiruvananthapuram, May 21: Malayalam cinema's iconic actor Mohanlal turned 65 on Wednesday. The veteran star is celebrating the occasion with his entire family in Thailand. As he nears the golden jubilee of his illustrious acting career, Mohanlal's achievements continue to shine. He has won five National Film Awards, including two Best Actor honours, a Special Jury Mention, a Special Jury Award, and a Best Feature Film award as a producer. He has also been conferred with the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan, two of India's highest civilian honours. Coincidentally, his birthday comes when two of ...Read More >
Kochi, July 3: The Kerala High Court has held that a married woman cannot allege that she was coerced into sex under the false promise of marriage. The court's ruling came while hearing the prosecution's statement against the petitioner (accused) that he sexually assaulted the woman after falsely promising to marry her. He was also accused of having threatened to publish her photos and videos after borrowing Rs 2.5 lakh from her. "It is observed that while considering the cases alleging rape on the basis of the promise of marriage, it is difficult for this court at this juncture to enter into ...Read More >
In a significant legal blow to Saif Ali Khan, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has rejected his long-pending petition against the government's move to designate his ancestral assets, worth Rs 15,000 crore, as "enemy property." In a major legal setback for Saif Ali Khan, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has dismissed his long-standing plea challenging the government's decision to classify his ancestral properties, valued at Rs 15,000 crore, as "enemy property." A trial court decision from 2000 that ac ...Read More >
PATNA: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is all set to embark on 'Vote Adhikar Yatra' from Bihar's Rohtas district on August 17 to register a protest against how the ongoing special intensive revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls was being conducted in the state. This comes at a time when the Opposition is ratcheting up its protest against the SIR and casting aspersions on the integrity of elections. AICC general secretary (organisation) and MP KC Venugopal held a meeting with the INDIA bloc leaders at Sasaram in Rohtas district on Wednesday and reviewed preparations for Rahul Gandhi's visit to Bi ...Read More >
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], August 19 (ANI): Rajasthan's Manika Vishwakarma, who was crowned Miss Universe India 2025, said that former Miss Universe and actor Sushmita Sen and her mother are her two role models in life. The grand finale of the Miss Universe India pageant was held in Jaipur on August 18, where Manika was crowned by Miss Universe India 2024 Rhea Singha, taking over the title from last year's winner. Also Read | Famous Birthdays on 20 August: Narayana Murthy, Zakir Khan, Andrew Garfield, Demi Lovato and More, Know About Celebrities and Influential Figures Born on 20th August. ...Read More >
Mumbai: Actor Bobby Deol, who stunned everyone with his impressive performance in the blockbuster 'Animal', will be next seen in the upcoming streaming show 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood' marking his another project after hugely popular 'Aashram'. The actor recently spoke with IANS ahead of the release of 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood' in the BKC area of Mumbai, and shared how he became a part of the show, and what led to him sitting with Aryan Khan, the son of Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan, and the director of the show, for 7 hours. Recollecting how he was offered the show, Bobby told IANS, "Wh ...Read More >
Filmfare shared the update on their official Instagram handle on Tuesday evening. "The Superstar, The Icon, The Enigma Hold your hearts, because the one and only #ShahRukhKhan is making his way to co-host the most awaited #70thHyundaiFilmfareAwards2025withGujaratTourism, happening on October 11 at Eka Arena, Ahmedabad," the post read. Shah Rukh has previously hosted the Filmfare Awards on multiple occasions, most memorably alongside fellow actor Saif Ali Khan in 2003 and 2004. He returned as co- ...Read More >
Rahul Gandhi arrives in Guwahati to honor the late singer Zubeen Garg. He will visit Garg's resting place and meet his family. Meanwhile, the Baksa region faces unrest after clashes erupted when accused in Garg's death case were moved. Police have cancelled leaves and suspended internet services. The Chief Minister stated a team will travel to Singapore for justice. Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, will arrive in Guwahati on Friday to pay tribute to the late singer Zubeen Gar ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bollywood actress Rekha's cult film 'Umrao Jaan' is all set to enchant the audience once again on June 27. Director Muzaffar Ali and Rekha hosted a special re-release screening of the film today in Mumbai. The event was graced by AR Rahman, Tabu, Anil Kapoor and others. Rekha stunned everyone in a traditional white outfit with golden embroidery that reminded of her iconic character of Umrao Jaan from the film. She posed for the camera with the director and ace music composer AR Rahman. Rekha can also be seen dancing with Anil Kapoor in a fun moment. Superstar Aamir Khan looked dash ...Read More >
VISAKHAPATNAM: Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar inaugurated Andhra Pradesh's first Super ECBC (Energy Conservation Building Code) compliant building at Sagar Nagar in Visakhapatnam on Friday. Terming it a landmark in sustainable infrastructure, he emphasised the government's commitment to energy efficiency and green design in public facilities. The facility will serve as a national-level training hub for power sector staff. He urged power utilities to expedite 20 lakh rooftop solar connections, targeting 10,000 in each Assembly segment. He reaffirmed nine-hour uninterrupted power for agri ...Read More >
* Ex-NCB officer Sameer Wankhede moves Delhi High Court over Aryan Khan's Ba***ds of Bollywood series * Wankhede, who arrested Aryan Khan on a false drugs charge in 2021, claims damages over his portryal * He has sought Rs 2 crore for alleged malicious depiction of himself and the federal anti-drugs body Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode New Delhi: Ex-Narcotics Bureau officer Sameer Wankhede - the centre of a massive row in October 2021 after he arrested Bollywood ...Read More >
Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty has issued a strong rebuttal through her legal team after reports surfaced alleging that she received Rs 15 crore from her husband, businessman Raj Kundra, nearly a decade ago in connection with a financial transaction under investigation by the Economic Offences Wing (EOW), Mumbai. She issued a statement via her lawyer and has categorically denied the reports, calling them 'totally fake and mischievous.' She also accused certain media outlets of deliberately doin ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Today is Gauri Khan's birthday, and fans across the world are celebrating the woman who has been the biggest support in Shah Rukh Khan's life for more than three decades. But Gauri is not just the wife of a superstar. She is a film producer, designer, and businesswoman who built her own name in the world of style and luxury. On her special day, some old stories about SRK and Gauri Khan are resurfacing online. There's a funny yet emotional story about Shah Rukh and Gauri's first night after marriage. Not many people know that it was spent on a movie set because of Bollywood's Drea ...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 >
Mumbai, Sep 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Bobby Deol, who stunned everyone with his impressive performance in the blockbuster 'Animal', will be next seen in the upcoming streaming show 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood' marking his another project after hugely popular 'Aashram'. The actor recently spoke with IANS ahead of the release of 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood' in the BKC area of Mumbai, and shared how he became a part of the show, and what led to him sitting with Aryan Khan, the son of Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan, and the director of the show, for 7 hours. Recollecting how he was offered the sh ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 29 (ANI): After the historic win of India at the Asia Cup final on Sunday, the Bollywood celebrities, including Mammootty, Anupam Kher, Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, and others, congratulated the Indian cricket team on their social media platforms. Taking to his X handle, actor Mammootty hailed the Indian cricket team for playing like a champion. "Team India didn't just win the Asia Cup, they owned it. Champions without a single defeat. Absolutely magnificent! (Blue heart and trophy emojis)," wrote Mammootty. https://x.com/mammukka/status/1972374230122877 ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 6 (PTI) It has been 30 years to the day since he made his debut with "Barsaat". Bobby Deol's career has been a rollercoaster ride since, the dizzying highs and terrible lows that could make for a film script all its own, and it is almost as if a star has been reborn -- complete with a new fan base and roles in all shades of grey. The chocolate box hero, better known as Dharmendra's son when he hit the screens in "Barsaat" opposite another debutante and star kid Twinkle Khanna on October 6, 1995, has evolved into the character actor who grabs attention with his turn as the villa ...Read More >
Guwahati, Oct 8 (PTI) Zubee Garg's cousin and Assam Police DSP Sandipan Garg was apprehended on Wednesday in connection with the singer's death in Singapore last month, taking the total number of arrests in the case to five, a senior officer said. The DSP was remanded to seven-day police custody by the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) of Kamrup Metropolitan district, he said. A special investigation team under the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Assam Police is probing into the singer's death. The police will also issue fresh summonses to 10 people associated with the Assam As ...Read More >
Lokah: Chapter 1 - Chandra will debut later this month, most likely before Diwali, though the official OTT release date has not yet been confirmed. Kalyani Priyadarshan's most recent book, Lokah: Chapter 1-Chandra, marks a significant turning point in her career. The superhero drama, which was produced by Dulquer Salmaan and directed by Dominic Arun under the Wayfarer Films banner, has changed the course of Malayalam box office history. The film has officially become the highest-grossing Malayal ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Jul 14 (PTI) As actor Khushbu Sundar puts it, with the passing away of legendary actor B Saroja Devi, an era of golden cinema comes to an end. The actress known for her doe-eyed beauty and endearing screen presence made her debut when she was only 17 years old, as a co-star of Honnappa Bhagavathar, one of the pioneers of Kannada cinema in 'Mahakavi Kalidasa' (1955). Bengaluru-born Saroja Devi would eventually be crowned the first female super star of Kannada cinema. Soon after her death, another film legend from Bengaluru who made it big in Tamil Nadu, Superstar Rajnikanth, took ...Read More >
New Delhi: Protest at the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) against a recently announced fee hike, the long-standing suspension of students' union elections and calls for administrative accountability have entered their sixth day, with students boycotting classes and staging sit-ins at the Bab-e-Syed gate (the iconic entrance of the varsity). The fee structure for different courses has witnessed a sharp revision. Students say the hike ranges from 25% to over 60% across various programmes. Many claim they first learned of the revised fees only while trying to pay through the university's online ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 13 (ANI): Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh has only good things to say about superstar Shah Rukh Khan son Aryan. Diljit, who had earlier sung the Banda song in Shah Rukh film Banda, has now collaborated with Khan Jr on the Tenu Ki Pata track from his upcoming directorial The Ba***ds of Bollywood. On Friday, Shah Rukh shared a BTS video from the making of Tenu Ki Pata. In the clip, Diljit and Aryan could be seen laughing and having a fun conversation as they record the song. A heartfelt thanks and big jhappi to Diljit paaji....you are too kind and s ...Read More >
Customs officials in Kerala are conducting raids at multiple locations, including the residences of actors Prithviraj and Dulquer Salmaan, as part of "Operation Numkhor." The operation investigates alleged tax evasion involving luxury vehicles imported from Bhutan using fraudulent registrations. Authorities are examining vehicle documents and have detected approximately 15 violations related to this scheme. Residences of Malayalam stars Prithviraj Sukumaran (Thevara) and Dulquer Salmaan (Panampi ...Read More >
Kochi, The Kerala High Court on Friday sought a response from the Customs Preventive Department on a plea by actor Dulquer Salmaan seeking the release of his vehicle seized by the agency as part of its operation to identify and confiscate luxury cars smuggled into India from Bhutan. Justice Ziyad Rahman A A issued notice to the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs and directed its counsel to come with instructions on September 30, the next date of hearing. In his plea, Dulquer stated tha ...Read More >
IMAGE: Vikrant Massey in The Sabarmati Express. At 46, Quentin Tarantino said he would quit Hollywood at the age of 60 after he directs his 10th movie, reasoning he wouldn't want to linger on past his prime. He's 61 now and still deciding on the script of his much-hyped grand finale. Academy-award winner Daniel Day Lewis announced he would hang his boots in 2017 only to make an exception, seven years later for son Ronan's direction, Anemone. Back home, Vikrant Massey is grabbing headlines by his sudden decision to retire from films. 'Coming 2025, we would meet each other for one last time ...Read More >
Kochi: The Kerala High Court on Friday postponed the hearing for businessman Boby Chemmanur's bail application in the sexual harassment case brought by actress Honey Rose to January 14, highlighting the necessity for the state government to submit its response. The court also expressed concerns regarding the urgency of this case and underscored the importance of resolving other outstanding cases. Chemmanur was taken into custody by the Ernakulam Central Police in Wayanad on Wednesday. The Ernakulam First Class Judicial Magistrate Court subsequently remanded him to 14 days of judicial custody ...Read More >
Bareilly (UP), Jul 17 (PTI) A teacher from Bahedi district, who went viral recently after reciting a poem mentioning Kanwar Yatra, approached the police on Thursday stating a threat to his life from anti-social elements. A case has been registered at Bahedi police station based on a complaint from Dr Rajneesh Kumar Gangwar, a teacher at MGM Inter College in the district. According to Circle Officer Arun Kumar Singh, Gangwar's complaint says that ever since his recitation of the poem 'Tum Kanwad Lene Mat Jana, Gyaan Ka Deepak Jalaana' (You don't go get Kavad, light the lamp of knowledge inste ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has filed a formal police complaint against the Congress, accusing it of circulating an AI-generated deepfake video that allegedly maligns Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late mother, Heeraben Modi. In a complaint addressed to the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Parliamentary Street, Delhi BJP Election Cell Convenor Sanket Gupta sought immediate registration of an FIR, citing "gross violation of law, morality, and women's dignity." The complaint refers to a video posted on the official social media handle of the Bihar Co ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Delhi High Court on Friday questioned IRS officer and former NCB zonal director Sameer Wankhede over maintainability of his defamation suit against actor Shahrukh Khan and his wife Gauri Khan owned Red Chillies Entertainment and Netflix for allegedly maligning his reputation in their series 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood'. Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav asked Wankhede's lawyer as to how the plea was maintainable in Delhi. Senior advocate Sandeep Sethi, representing Wankhede, said the web series is meant for across cities, including Delhi, and the officer has been defamed here. ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 20: Max Fashion, one of India's leading multinational fashion brands, makes a historic shift by naming its first-ever male brand ambassador: actor and cultural trendsetter Siddhant Chaturvedi. The new campaign, "How New Is Your New?", is fronted by actor and cultural trendsetter Siddhant Chaturvedi. Known for his effortless style and ability to connect with a generation that values both individuality and cultural edge, Siddhant perfectly embodies the energy and edge that Max stands for. Also Read | Did Shashi Tharoor Go Against Party Line and Speak in Favo ...Read More >