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Popular Spanish singer Enrique Iglesias is returning to India after 13 years for a performance. He also plans to do some sightseeing, including a visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra. Popular Spanish singer Enrique Iglesias is all set to return to India after 13 years for a performance, and he plans to take some time to do a little sightseeing, including a visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra. According to a report by Hindustan Times, Iglesias is likely to extend his stay in India to explore more of the co
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 >
New Delhi, Jun 27 (PTI) R D Burman had already made four films, all forgotten and with them their music, when he came up with "Teesri Manzil", the 1966 Shammi Kapoor starrer that broke all traditions of Hindi cinema music and is testament to the talent of the ever-experimenting genius. Burman, one of India's most versatile composers, would have been 86 on Friday. Also Read | 'Bepanaah' Teaser Out: Tiger Shroff Gives Fans a Sneak Peek of Upcoming Song With Captivating Instagram Teaser. With songs that ranged from romantic to rock, the "Teesri Manzil" album was an instrumentalist's dream, a s ...Read More >
New Delhi: The entertainment world mourns the untimely demise of actor and model Shefali Jariwala, best known for her iconic appearance in the music video Kaanta Laga. She passed away at the age of 42, reportedly due to cardiac arrest. Following the postmortem at Mumbai's Cooper Hospital, Shefali's mortal remains were brought to her residence in Andheri.. The body was placed for close family, friends, and well-wishers to pay their final respects before the last rites. The funeral procession took place at Oshiwara Crematorium, where an emotional gathering witnessed Shefali's final journey. A ...Read More >
Kangana Ranaut compared her struggles to Shah Rukh Khan's, saying she came from an unknown village while he was convent-educated from Delhi. Actor-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut has always made headlines for her remarks, and this time, the Queen star has compared her struggles with those of King Khan, Shah Rukh Khan. Speaking at an event in the capital city, Kangana talked about how her struggles have been greater in comparison to those of other actors. "Why did I get so much success? There i ...Read More >
Ed Sheeran has collaborated with Indian musicians for his new project. Ed Sheeran/ Instagram Mumbai: Popstar Ed Sheeran has unveiled Play - The Remixes EP, a new project that features collaborations with some of India's most celebrated artists, including Karan Aujla, Arijit Singh, Jonita Gandhi, Hanumankind, Dhee and composer Santhosh Narayanan. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ed Sheeran (@teddysphotos) The four-track EP reimagines songs from Sheeran's chart-topping ninth album ...Read More >
New Delhi: Bollywood actor Imran Khan, who has been on a long hiatus and away from the spotlight, is reportedly all set to make his comeback. He will reunite with his Break Ke Baad director, Danish Aslam, returning to the screen nearly 15 years after the film's release. In a recent interview, Imran shared insights into his new project and also spoke about his co-star Bhumi Pednekar. Imran revealed that the past several years were spent navigating a divorce and focusing on personal growth. Speaking to Hindustan Times, Imran described his upcoming film as "a natural progression," adding, "The ...Read More >
Mumbai, Dec 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood singer Rahul Vaidya took to social media to highlight how football legend Lionel Messi, despite being a global icon, chose to stay true to his roots and culture, even during his visit to India. Rahul wrote, "One thing we Indians must learn from Messi: Own your language. Own your culture. English is a skill -- not a master. Learn it well, but don't be enslaved by it. Looking down on your own language is the real insecurity. Global icon. Zero language insecurity." Much to everyone's surprise, the footballer refrained from speaking in English or any oth ...Read More >
A bench of Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav, while hearing a petition filed by Hindu Shakti Dal seeking the song's removal, observed that the lyrics were not merely offensive but were ex facie calculated to normalise the portrayal of women as objects of ridicule and sexual gratification. Directing the two singers, along with any other people claiming rights in the song, to take it down from all social media platforms, the court said that permitting the dissemination of such content online, incl ...Read More >
New Delhi: Shah Rukh Khan has left fans anxious after sustaining a muscular injury on the Mumbai set of his upcoming action flick 'King' on July 18, 2025. The 'Dunki' star, now seeking treatment in the USA, has been prescribed a month-long break, halting the film's shoot. Now, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed her concern for the Bollywood superstar. Taking to her X account, Mamata Banerjee referred to the actor as her "brother" and sent her warm wishes for his speedy recovery. She wrote, "Reports regarding my brother Shah Rukh Khan sustaining muscular injuries during shoot ...Read More >
From timeless classics to modern chartbusters, India's musical legacy is rich with songs that celebrate the nation's spirit. This Independence Day, relive the magic of these 10 iconic tracks -- from Lata Mangeshkar's soulful tributes to A.R. Rahman's powerful anthems -- that continue to stir hearts, unite generations, and inspire love for the motherland. India's journey to freedom and its enduring spirit of unity have been beautifully captured in music over the decades. From soulful tributes to ...Read More >
Manoj Bajpayee warns that the Indian film industry's obsession with box office numbers, likened to Bhasmasura, threatens independent cinema. Manoj Bajpayee, one of India's most respected actors, has spoken out against the growing focus on box office numbers in the film industry. Bajpayee warns that the obsession with collections can be harmful. He describes it as a "monster" that could end up hurting even the people who created it. His comments come ahead of the release of his upcoming film, Jug ...Read More >
Mumbai - India's longest-running film celebrates 30 years in the same cinema on Oct 20, a Bollywood romance so beloved that fans know it simply by its acronym DDLJ. First released on Oct 20, 1995, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, or The Brave Hearted Will Take The Bride, has been running daily at Mumbai's Maratha Mandir cinema since its debut. "I have seen it about 30 times... and I will continue watching it," said Mr Mohammad Shakir, 60, smiling as he bought another 40 rupee (S$0.60) ticket. The film, which catapulted Indian actor Shah Rukh Khan to superstardom and redefined modern Hindi roman ...Read More >
Grammy-winning artist Pitbull's much-awaited return to India has been cancelled, with organisers citing "operational constraints" as the reason behind the decision. The 'I'm Back' India Tour, which was announced just days ago, had scheduled performances in Gurugram on December 6 and Hyderabad on December 8. Both shows have now been called off, disappointing fans who were eagerly looking forward to seeing the global hitmaker live. The cancellation comes less than a week after tickets went on sale ...Read More >
What was meant to be a well-publicized wedding is now the subject of rumors and intrigue. One of the key players in India's victory, Smriti Mandhana, was set to marry music composer Palash Muchhal on November 23, just weeks after the country won the Women's World Cup. That didn't happen though. Smriti's father, Shrinivas, fell ill on the day of the wedding and needed to be taken to the hospital. Palash was admitted to a hospital in Sangli, Smriti's hometown, the next day, and subsequently transf ...Read More >
New Delhi: After a long absence from the Hindi film industry, Priyanka Chopra Jonas is getting ready to return with a new project, much to everyone's delight. With the highly anticipated film 'Jee Le Zaraa' co-starring Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif, the renowned actress is getting ready for a successful return after a six-year absence. Though Priyanka is currently occupied with shooting the Prime Video series 'Citadel season 2', she has recently disclosed thrilling details about her next Hindi film ventures. She met with producers and examined screenplays, hinting at a promising project in an i ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 7: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, on Saturday, congratulated the University of Kashmir for getting an A++ grade in the NAAC inspection. The Lt Governor extended his heartiest congratulations to the Vice Chancellor, faculty, staff, and students of the University of Kashmir for attaining the prestigious A++ Grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), and securing an outstanding Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.68 on a seven-point scale. Calling it a proud moment for J&K UT, the Lt Governor said, "The A++ Grade places the Un ...Read More >
VIJAYAWADA: The State government on Friday accorded approvals to a slew of industries. Among those are Krishnapatnam Power Corporation Limited (KPCL), which is set to establish a 350 MW Solar and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Thamminapatnam and Mommidi villages of SPSR Nellore district with a Rs 1,225 crore investment, creating 575 jobs. Furthermore, the government also waived off a Rs 54 crore extension of time fee, contingent on project completion within two years as per the Andhra Pradesh Integrated Clean Energy Policy-2024. The government also allocated 22.80 acres at MPSEZ in N ...Read More >
As Enrique Iglesias makes his comeback to India, rumours are swirling that he may make a crossover with Bollywood's superstar. As per reports, Shah Rukh Khan and Enrique Iglesias could join forces for a song in SRK's highly anticipated film King. The Spanish singer is currently in Mumbai for a two-night concert, and reports suggest that a possible meet-up with the actor could spark a one-of-a-kind musical collaboration. Naturally, the idea has social media buzzing with anticipation. The specu ...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 >
Hyderabad: Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan has criticised the media for what he calls inhuman and immoral responses regarding the passing of actor Shefali Jariwala. Varun has been vocal about the things he feels are right to speak about and took to Instagram Stories on Sunday to comment on media coverage over someone's sadness and tragedy. In his emotional note, Varun wrote, "Again one more passing of a soul being insensitively covered by the media. I just don't understand why do u have to cover someone's grief. Everyone looks so uncomfortable with this, how is this benefitting anyone? My reques ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 29 (ANI): Pop star Enrique Iglesias is set to perform two back-to-back shows in Mumbai this October after tickets for his first concert sold out within just a few hours of going live. The first show, scheduled for October 30, saw a huge response from fans across the country, prompting organisers EVA Live to add another concert on October 29 at the same venue -- MMRDA Grounds, BKC. Tickets for the show are exclusively available on the District App. Also Read | Shefali Jariwala Passes Away: Varun Dhawan Slams Media Fraternity Over Insensitive Coverage of Demi ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 4: Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai took to social media to shower praise on Aamir Khan for his continued efforts to elevate the stature of Hindi cinema. Lauding his decision to release 'Sitaare Zameen Par' in theatres and hold off on its OTT release for six months, Ghai called it a move that brings "dignity to Hindi cinema." In his heartfelt note, the director expressed his happiness at how exhibitors across the country honoured Aamir as a "brave filmmaker" for supporting the big-screen experience and showing deep respect for theatrical business. Sharing a photo featuring Aamir Kh ...Read More >
New Delhi: The reboot of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi (KSBKBT), starring Amar Upadhyay and Smriti Irani, has created a wave of excitement among fans. While Amar and Smriti have already begun shooting for the limited-episode reboot of the iconic show, anticipation is mounting around the rest of the cast, especially who will play which character. Actress Barkha Bisht has now confirmed that she will be part of the reboot. According to a report by Hindustan Times, Barkha said, "Yes, I am joining the show," but remained tight-lipped about her character. "I can't reveal much about the role right ...Read More >
New Delhi: Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra's health news has been making fans worry about the icon. Today, several reports alleged that the seasoned actor has been put on ventilator support at Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital. However, Mid-Day quoted his team has clarified that he is under observation and there is nothing to worry about. He is 89. A week ago, he was rushed to the hospital in Mumbai, after he reportedly complained of breathlessness. On October 31 Dharmendra was hospitalised for his routine check-up. His team had stated to Hindustan Times, "There is absolutely no cause for con ...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 (Maharashtra) [India], August 14: Medulla Communications Pvt. Ltd., one of the world's most awarded healthcare-specialist advertising agencies, has announced the launch of its new hub in Singapore. With over 15 years of experience in solving complex healthcare challenges, Medulla is now looking to create a super-specialist category as the first digital healthcare advertising agency in Asia. New Hub to Deliver Scalable, Specialist Healthcare Marketing Solutions Across APAC. Also Read | New Cheque Clearing System: Banks To Clear Cheques Within Few Hours Starting October 4, Announces RBI. ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui will share screen with 'Mission Impossible' actor Ilia Volok in a heist film titled 'Faraar'. Nawazuddin will be seen as a Physics professor, whereas Volok, known for his roles in Hollywood blockbusters such as 'Mission Impossible', 'GI Joe', 'Indiana Jones' etc, will play the antagonist. Director Kushagra Sharma, who will be helming the heist film, shared, "Casting Ilia Volok opposite Nawazuddin Siddiqui was a creative decision driven by the desire to reintroduce the essence of a powerful, layered villain while breaking away from conventional port ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 22 (ANI): Filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan's film 'Homebound', which was recently chosen as India's contender for the Oscars 2026, is now all set to open the upcoming edition of the Dharamshala International Film Festival. The 14th edition will open with Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa-starrer 'Homebound' and close with Anuparna Roy's Venice prizewinner 'Songs of Forgotten Trees', as per Variety. Also Read | 'There Used To Be Gatherings at Home': Rajat Bedi Recounts Legendary Bollywood Open Lunches at Father Narendra Bedi's Office and Praises Co-Star Raghav Juy ...Read More >
Actor Rajpal Yadav recently shared his experiences during his time in Tihar Jail, in a conversation with filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan. He spoke about the discipline required to stay in jail and expressed gratitude for the support he received from fellow actors and filmmakers during this challenging period. Rajpal Yadav recalls jail days While appearing on Farah Khan's vlog, Rajpal prepared mixed vegetable rice, a dish he recalled making during his struggling days in Mumbai when he liv ...Read More >
Mumbai: Actress and model Shaifali Jariwala, who became an overnight sensation in the 2000s following her performance in the music video 'Kaanta Laga' and became a household name, died after suffering a cardiac arrest on the intervening night of June 27-28. According to reports, Shaifali was rushed to the hospital by her husband and three others, but by the time they arrived, she had already passed away. Media sources confirm that she was brought in dead and could not be revived. The sudden demise of the 42-year-old star has come as a shock to both the entertainment industry and her fans. ...Read More >