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Mumbai: A new song 'Raat Bhar' from the upcoming film 'De De Pyaar De 2' was released on Wednesday. The song is picturised on Meezaan Jafri and Rakul Preet Singh. It is a soulful romantic track that captures the blossoming chemistry between Ayesha (Rakul Preet Singh) and Aditya (Meezaan Jafri) as he does everything he can to win her heart. Aditya Rikhari and Payal Dev have lent their voices to the song. De De Pyaar De 2 is directed by Anshul Sharma and is set to release in theatres on 14th November 2025. The film also stars Ajay Devgn, R. Madhavan, and Meezaan Jaaved Jaaferi. The makers recently released the trailer of 'De De Pyaar De 2'. The trailer opens with Rakul Preet revealing her relationship with Ajay Devgn to her parents. It is followed by a meeting between R. Madhavan, Gautami Kapoor, who plays the role of Rakul's parents in the movie. Also Read | De De Pyaar De 2 Trailer Out: Fans Say 'Mazza Aa Gaya' As Ajay Devgn & Rakul Preet Singh Return Madhavan appears to be shocked after meeting Ajay due to the huge age gap between Rakul and her soon-to-be husband. After being unhappy with Ajay, Madhavan and Gautami decide to plot a strategy to cancel the marriage by introducing Meezaan Jafri into Rakul Preet's life.The film is expected to be a tussle between love and family. The story of the film is penned by Luv Ranjan.
New Delhi, Aug 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Easing inflation and favourable monsoon boosted rural demand in India in the April-June period this year, outpacing urban consumption once again, according to a new report. According to the report by global research firm NielsenIQ, rural markets and small manufacturers propelled the packaged consumer goods sector in Q2 2025. Rural markets grew twice as fast as cities, as urban areas showed signs of recovery, particularly in smaller towns. According to the report, e-commerce also rose significantly, led by increased shopper penetration and spending, especia ...Read More >
New Delhi: Ajay Devgn is back as Jassi in Son of Sardaar 2 -- and so is another iconic dance step! Following the teaser, the latest song from the movie has sent fans into a frenzy. The dance step in the new track has netizens drawing comparisons to another of Ajay Devgn's iconic songs. In the song, Ajay Devgn and Mrunal Thakur ooze fresh and heartwarming energy. Pehla Tu Duja Tu has been shot against the picturesque backdrop of the streets of Scotland. Sung by Vishal Mishra and composed and penned by Jaani, the song has sparked a meme fest and hilarious reactions online. Earlier, Devgn had g ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19: The release date of Ajay Devgn's highly anticipated film 'Son Of Sardaar 2' has been postponed after it was earlier scheduled to release in theatres on July 25. The makers dropped a new poster, which said, "The laughter riot just got a new date. Son of Sardaar 2 will now release in cinemas on 1st August 2025 worldwide." Taking to Instagram handle, trade analyst Taran Adarsh shared, "#Xclusiv... WISE DECISION - AJAY DEVGN - JIO STUDIOS TO RELEASE 'SON OF SARDAAR 2' ONE WEEK LATER - ON 1 AUGUST 2025... OFFICIAL STATEMENT...#SonOfSardaar2 | #AjayDevgn | #JyotiDeshpande | #JioStud ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 28 (PTI) India's gains from importing discounted Russian oil are estimated to be just USD 2.5 billion per annum, significantly lower than the previously speculated range of USD 10-25 billion, a research report said on Thursday. Stopping Russian oil imports would force India, the world's third-largest oil importer and consumer, to rely on limited alternatives, potentially driving global crude prices up to USD 100 per barrel amid rising demand and tight supply. "Benefit from Russian oil imports is way less than exaggerated media numbers," brokerage CLSA said in a report. While ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) As his film "Dil Dhadakne Do" turned 10, Bollywood's livewire star Ranveer Singh has shown immense reverence for Zoya Akhtar and used a reference from the film to showcase his bond with the director. Ranveer took to Instagram stories, where he shared a hilarious scene involving a "butter knife" featuring him, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Zarina Wahab, Rahul Bose and Anil Kapoor. For the caption he wrote: "ZOIE SUPREMACY I love you like Pluto loves Kabir. #10yearsofddd." "Dil Dhadakne Do", a family comedy drama film, which is directed by Zoya Akhtar, has a star-stud ...Read More >
Fatima Sana Shaikh reacts to dating rumours with Vijay Varma. Vijay Varma and Tamannaah Bhatia broke up after nearly two years of dating. Bollywood actor Fatima Sana Shaikh is set to release two films in July -- Metro In Dino and Aap Jaisa Koi. But the spotlight quickly shifted when she was photographed sharing a hug and laughter with her Gustakh Ishq co-star, Vijay Varma, outside a Mumbai café. The clip went viral, fuelling speculation that Fatima Sana Shaikh might just be dating Vijay Varma. ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Harshvardhan Rane, who was last seen in 'The Miranda Brothers', is heaping praise on the recently released film 'Saiyaara', and its team. On Saturday, the actor took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and penned a special note for the film and its makers after it witnessed a stellar opening day. He wrote, "Another melodious example of a love story shattering all myths and formulas of the industry. Honest heart wrenching love story wins again in 2025! #Saiyaara". 'Saiyaara', which stars Aneet Padda, and marks the debut of Ahaan Panday, is helmed b ...Read More >
One of Bollywood's most iconic films, Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge, has completed three decades this year. The Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol-starrer was released on October 20, 1995. Celebrating this happy occasion, Pooja Ruparel, who played the role of 'Chutki' in the Aditya Chopra directorial, opened up on SRK and Kajol's bond on the sets of the film. She revealed that the iconic on-screen couple were such "great co-actors" and no matter how romantic the scene was, SRK and Kajol switched to being f ...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 >
R. Madhavan, after captivating audiences with romantic roles, now stars in 'Aap Jaisa Koi' alongside Fatima Sana Shaikh, exploring mature love. Reflecting on his career, Madhavan acknowledges the changing landscape of romance in cinema and hints at transitioning to age-appropriate characters. R. Madhavan, widely acknowledged for his adaptability as an actor, first entered the Hindi film industry in 2001 with Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein (RHTDM). Though the movie did not generate major success at th ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 1 : The title track of Ajay Devgn-starrer 'Son Of Sardaar 2' has been released. Sung by Romy and Sudhir Yaduvanshi, with music composed by Harsh Upadhyay and lyrics penned by Shabbir Ahmed, Khara, and Sukriti Bhardwaj, the song was shot in the "picturesque pinds" of Punjab. In the song's video, Ajay, in a turbaned look, can be seen dancing with full enthusiasm. Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora, the film also stars Ravi Kishan, Sanjay Mishra, Mrunal Thakur, Neeru Bajwa, Chunky Panday, Kubbra Sait, Deepak Dobriyal, Vindu Dara Singh, Roshni Walia, Sharat Saxena, ...Read More >
Dimapur, Jul 18 (PTI) Two persons have died of Japanese Encephalitis (JE) in Nagaland, a health department official said on Friday. Chief Medical Officer, Dimapur, Dr Yartenla Jamir, said that of the seven JE cases detected in Dimapur, Chumoukedima, and Niuland districts, two persons have died so far. She expressed concern over the rise in Japanese encephalitis (JE) cases in the three districts, especially during the monsoon season, which increases the risk of transmission. The Health department has urged district administrations to issue a public advisory on JE prevention measures and to i ...Read More >
The controversy surrounding actress Gouri Kishan has sparked a wave of solidarity across Tamil Nadu's media and film fraternity. Following the viral incident in which a journalist asked the actress an inappropriate question about her body weight during the press meet of her upcoming film Others, both the Chennai Press Club and the South Indian Artistes' Association (Nadigar Sangam) have issued official statements condemning the behaviour and extending support to the actress. In an official stat ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has responded strongly to recent remarks made by Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos about the streaming platform's initial programming choices in India. Kashyap, who co-created Netflix India's debut original series 'Sacred Games', did not mince words in his criticism. The controversy began during Sarandos' appearance on a podcast, where the executive reflected on Netflix's early foray into the Indian market. He expressed reservations about whether launching with 'Sacred Games' in 2018 was the right strategic move, suggesting the platform mi ...Read More >
Mumbai, Aug 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Rakul Preet Singh is over-the-moon as she is getting to work with ace couturier Manish Malhotra on a film and said that she cannot wait to bring his magic through his costumes on screen. Manish took to his Instagram stories, where he shared a selfie with Rakul and wrote: "Costume trial first film together." The actress re-shared the post and expressed her happiness. She wrote: "Yayy so happy to finally work on a film together... Can't wait to bring your magic onscreen." The actress is currently shooting for "De De Pyaar De 2", where she will be repri ...Read More >
New Delhi: After a three-year hiatus, Bollywood star Kajol has returned to the big screen with Maa, a horror drama that has captured audience attention and has delivered a solid box office opening. Marking her first venture into the horror genre, Maa exceeded expectations on Day 1, both critically and commercially. The horror drama not only drew positive audience response but also surpassed the Day 1 collection of her previous film, Salaam Venky. According to trade tracking portal Sacnilk, Maa earned Rs 4.65 crore on its opening day in India, significantly outperforming Kajol's last theatri ...Read More >
MUMBAI: A new song 'Pehla Tu Duja Tu' from Ajay Devgn and Mrunal Thakur-starrer 'Son of Sardaar 2' has been unveiled. Set against the stunning streets of Scotland, Ajay and Mrunal bring a fresh and heartwarming energy in Pehla Tu Duja Tu. Sung by Vishal Mishra and composed and penned by acclaimed Jaani, this is the second song from Son of Sardaar 2. Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora, the film also stars Ravi Kishan, Sanjay Mishra, Mrunal Thakur, Neeru Bajwa, Chunky Panday, Kubbra Sait, Deepak Dobriyal, Vindu Dara Singh, Roshni Walia, Sharat Saxena, Sahil Mehta and the late Mukul Dev. Son of Sa ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jul 14 (PTI) His latest outing, "Aap Jaisa Koi", marks R Madhavan's return to a love story, a space where he has found considerable success, but the actor says he does not see himself as "romantic hero now" and is only interested in portraying characters that resonate with his age. In his nearly three-decade career, the actor has been a part of quintessential romantic films like "Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein", "Tanu Weds Manu", and "Alai Payuthey", which was later remade in Bollywood as "Saathiya". "I've done very few films, so I don't know how that image (of a romantic hero) has stuck fo ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 25 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condoled the passing away of veteran actor Satish Shah and said the late actor will be remembered as a true legend of Indian entertainment. In an X post, PM Modi said Satish Shah's "effortless humour and iconic performances brought laughter into countless lives". "Deeply saddened by the passing of Shri Satish Shah Ji. He will be remembered as a true legend of Indian entertainment. His effortless humour and iconic performances brought laughter into countless lives. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti," he said ...Read More >
CHANDIGARH: A portion of the frontal section of Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira's house in Bholath, Kapurthala, was demolished on Monday by the office of the Block Development and Panchayat Officer (BDPO). Khaira, a strong critic of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, condemned the move, calling it the dangerous introduction of "bulldozer (Pila-Panja) politics" in Punjab by Mann under directions from AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal, aimed at silencing criticism and democratic dissent. As the demolition began, Khaira went live on social media, criticising the state government. Anticipating the ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 1 (ANI): The title track of Ajay Devgn-starrer 'Son Of Sardaar 2' has been released. Sung by Romy and Sudhir Yaduvanshi, with music composed by Harsh Upadhyay and lyrics penned by Shabbir Ahmed, Khara, and Sukriti Bhardwaj, the song was shot in the "picturesque pinds" of Punjab. In the song's video, Ajay, in a turbaned look, can be seen dancing with full enthusiasm. Also Read | Mawra Hocane, Saba Qamar and Few Pakistani Actors' Instagram Accounts Now Visible in India but Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan Remain Banned. https://www.instagram.com/p/DLjvn1lu3vm/?hl=en ...Read More >
Patna, Jul 19 (PTI) The Bihar government on Saturday said that more than 12,000 new polling stations have been created in the state as per the recommendation of the Election Commission, as part of special intensive revision (SIR). According to a release issued by the election department, the total number of polling stations has risen to 90,712 from 77,895, after the establishment of 12,817 new ones. Of these, 12,479 polling stations have been set up "at the same building or premises housing the existing ones", while the remaining ones are "in the vicinity". A "district-wise list" of the new ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19: Ahaan Panday has received much love and support from his family, having made his much-awaited Bollywood debut. Panday starrer 'Saiyaara,' also featuring newcomer Aneet Padda, opened in theatres on Friday. The film's early reviews appeared mostly positive, with fans showering the young actors with praise for their performances. Amid the warm reception, the entire Panday clan has been rooting for Ahaan, with heartwarming posts grabbing social media attention. The actor's cousin, Ananya Panday shared their childhood pictures and showered Ahaan with love. "Been obsessed with my b ...Read More >
Bhopal, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav's seven-day foreign visits to Dubai and Spain concluded on Saturday, and he is scheduled to return to New Delhi on Sunday, government officials said. Talking to media in Barcelona in Spain on Saturday, Chief Minister Yadav said that his visit has been successful as various memorandums of understanding were signed with investors to increase production, employment opportunity and farmers' income in the state. Speaking at the conclusion of his visit, the Chief Minister highlighted the state's focused efforts on developme ...Read More >
Mumbai, September 13: Bollywood star Ajay Devgn penned a tender note for his son Yug, whom he tagged as his "strongest critic and softest corner", as he turned 15 on Saturday. Ajay took to Instagram, where he shared a picture featuring him and his son. The image showcases the beautiful father-son bond as they sit together. Ajay's arm is wrapped around Yug, who is leaning affectionately against his father. "My strongest critic and my softest corner...happy birthday my boy... love you lots... @yug_dvgn," Ajay wrote as the caption. Ajay's wife and actress Kajol too penned a note for her son on S ...Read More >
Ajay Devgn with his new car. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Ajay Devgn turned 57 on April 2 and bought a Mercedes-Benz V-Class * The luxury car cost around Rs 1.40 crore * Devgn owns multiple high-end cars including Rolls-Royce Cullinan and BMW X7 Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Ajay Devgn turned 57 on April 2. On the occasion, the actor gifted himself a brand-new luxury car. Details Actor Ajay Devgn marked his 57th birthday by ad ...Read More >
Kolkata, Jul 19 (PTI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday wished a speedy recovery to Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who sustained injuries while shooting for his upcoming film 'King'. Banerjee, who shares a warm and cordial relationship with the actor and often refers to him as her "brother," expressed concern upon hearing the news of his injury. Also Read | Chandan Mishra Murder: 5 Held in West Bengal, Prime Suspects Manage to Flee, Say Police. "Reports regarding my brother Shah Rukh Khan sustaining muscular injuries during shooting make me worried. Wish him speedy ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 22 (ANI): A new song 'Raat Bhar' from the upcoming film 'De De Pyaar De 2' was released on Wednesday. The song is picturised on Meezaan Jafri and Rakul Preet Singh. It is a soulful romantic track that captures the blossoming chemistry between Ayesha (Rakul Preet Singh) and Aditya (Meezaan Jafri) as he does everything he can to win her heart. Aditya Rikhari and Payal Dev have lent their voices to the song. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDpZjSX_TdoDe De Pyaar De 2 is directed by Anshul Sharma and is set to release in theatres on 14th November 2025. The fil ...Read More >
Mumbai Oct 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) R Madhavan is all set to grace the screen yet again with the highly anticipated biopic, "G.D.N.". Adding to the hype for the forthcoming flick, the makers have unveiled the first look teaser of the film. The clip opened with Madhavan as Gopalaswamy Doraiswamy Naidu hard at work in his workshop. His face is initially covered with a welding shield. Later, he removes the shield, and we see Madhavan as Naidu in an aged, bold look with spectacles. Madhavan is hard to recognize in his latest avatar as the 'Edison of India'. Posting the first look teaser of "G.D.N." o ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) It might be hard to believe but fitness icon Shilpa Shetty has turned 50 years old on Sunday. Shamita Shetty wished her elder sister on her special day with the following words, "Happy Birthday my Munki ! It's been absolutely wonderful to watch you grow into the beautiful ,strong woman you are today.. balancing life so well with such grace . Thankyou for always watching over me like a second mother ,for being such an important part of my life and for teaching me so much . Side by side or miles apart.. you and I will ALWAYS be connected by heart ! Love you to th ...Read More >