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Sunil Pal is a comedian and actor. Besides being an actor, Sunil is also a director. Back in 2024, he made headlines after he slammed the makers of Kapil Sharma's show, The Great Indian Kapil Show. He also urged the famous comedian, Kapil Sharma, not to use foul language on the show. However, currently, Sunil is grabbing a lot of attention due to his drastic weight loss transformation. The sudden change has sparked health concerns among his fans. Sunil Pal appears at the Mumbai premiere of Kapil
New Delhi: Actress and reality TV star Sana Makbul, winner of Bigg Boss OTT 3, has been hospitalised due to a serious health issue, according to a statement by her close friend Aashna Kanchwala on social media. While the exact nature of her condition has not been disclosed, Kanchwala described it as a "grave condition" in an Instagram Story. Sharing her support, Aashna wrote: "My strongest Diva, I'm so proud of you for showing so much strength and resilience as you battle such a grave condition. Inshallah, you will fight this and come out even stronger... Allah is with you. And I am always s ...Read More >
New Delhi: The comedy series Laughter Chefs: Unlimited Entertainment has once again captured the audience's attention, but this time in the latest promo for Season 2, actress Ankita Lokhande left viewers buzzing with speculation after she appeared to hint at a pregnancy during a fun on-screen moment. The recently released promo opens with comedian Krushna Abhishek snatching an ingredient from Ankita's hand and sprinting away. As Ankita chases him, she suddenly stops and says, "Main pregnant hoon, main bhaag nahi sakti" (I am pregnant, I can't run), a line which shocks the entire cast. Krushn ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) Veteran actress Neetu Kapoor is celebrating her 67th birthday on Tuesday. Commemorating the special day wishes poured in from all sides for the 'Jugjugg Jeeyo' actress. Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan wished her aunt with a heartfelt post. Bebo took to the stories section of her Instagram handle and dropped a candid photo of her enjoying some yummy food with Neetu- most likely Kareena's favorite Sindhi curry. The pic was accompanied by a heartfelt wish that read, "Happy birthday, Neetu Aunty. Sindhi curry forever, ok? Lots of love." A well-known foodie, Kareena s ...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 >
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 >
Mumbai, Aug 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Hrithik Roshan and NTR-starrer "War 2" directed by Ayan Mukerji has hit the big screen and it seems not many are impressed as viewers have drawn comparison between the latest and its first installment, which was released in 2019. "War 2" is an action thriller film directed by Ayan Mukerji. The film stars Hrithik Roshan, NTR, Kiara Advani, Ashutosh Rana and Anil Kapoor. A viewer said that "War 2" is a good action movie but looks very made up. "The action was good but it looked very fictional. 'War 1' looked more raw and natural. It looked made up in this o ...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 >
New Delhi: Famous television actress Avika Gor has tied the knot with her longtime beau Milind Chandwani on Tuesday amid much pomp and show. The wedding ceremony took place on the sets of the reality show Pati, Patni Aur Panga, in which they are currently participants. Family, friends and celeb guests attended the gala event. Avika wore a stunning blood red coloured bridal lehenga-choli with traditional heavy jewellery while the groom Milind looked dapper in a beige sherwani and safa along with emerald neckpiece. Their first pictures as man and wife feature them posgin as a couple for the pap ...Read More >
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 19 (ANI): On the eve of Diwali, the city of Ayodhya witnessed grand celebrations as a spectacular drone show illuminated the sky, adding a modern and artistic dimension to the traditional Deepotsav festivities. Organised at Ram Ki Paidi, located on the banks of the River Saryu in Ayodhya, as part of the vibrant Deepotsav celebrations, the drone show added a modern touch to the traditional festivities and mesmerised attendees with its synchronised displays. Also Read | Sunny Deol Turns 68: Suniel Shetty, Ameesha Patel and Others Wish 'Gadar' Actor on H ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 30 (ANI): Actor Vivian Dsena and his wife Nouran Aly have been blessed with a baby boy. On Monday morning, Vivian took to Instagram and shared the good news with his fans and followers. "Went a little off the radar... not without reason. Some stories aren't announced, they're lived first. The silence said enough... The kingdom just got bigger... and this time... It's a Prince (sic)," he posted. "Alhamdulillah #BabyBoy #NewBeginnings #OurLittlePrince #Blessed #Family," He further wrote in the caption. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vivian D ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra), April 7 (ANI): Superstar Salman Khan has come out in praise of Rajpal Yadav for his three decades of contribution to the film industry, lauding his consistency and the value he brings to every performance. Khan's remarks in support of the comedian came in the wake of a recent award show in which the host apparently takes a dig at Rajpal's ongoing cheque bounce case. Reportedly, the controversy arose during the Screen Awards held in Mumbai on April 5, where the conversation between journalist Saurabh Dwivedi, Zakir Khan, and Rajpal Yadav was linked to his ongoing financia ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Filmmaker Siddharth Anand has weighed in on comedian Zakir Khan's controversial remarks about the success of Dhurandhar, joining the conversation shortly after actor Ameesha Patel urged Khan to "stop spreading negativity." The exchange has sparked debate across social media, with many users linking Anand's post directly to Khan's comments at a recent award show. The controversy began when Zakir Khan joked that the massive box-office success of Dhurandhar had left many in Bollywood feeling jealous. In a viral clip, the comedian said, "Kitne hi congratulatory post aap daal de... sach ...Read More >
MUMBAI: The much-anticipated 'Baaghi 4', produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, has just added a new star to its roster, with Punjabi sensation Sonam Bajwa joining the cast alongside Tiger Shroff. Set to go on floors soon in Mumbai, 'Baaghi 4' promises to deliver high-octane action sequences, with a storyline that combines intense thrills with romance. Sonam Bajwa will be playing the female lead opposite Tiger Shroff, marking her second collaboration with Sajid Nadiadwala after she makes her Bollywood debut in 'Housefull 5'. In an Instagram post, Tiger Shroff welcomed Sonam to the team, expressing h ...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 >
Mumbai, Jun 27 (PTI) Veteran movie star Rekha recreated her look from the 1981 film "Umrao Jaan" at the theatrical re-release premiere of the film that brought out the who's who of Bollywood in attendance, including Aamir Khan, Alia Bhatt, Tabu, and Hema Malini. Directed by Muzaffar Ali, the period drama has been restored and re-released in cinemas on June 27. The film has been restored by the National Film Development Corporation-National Film Archive of India under the National Film Heritage Mission. Rekha turned heads as she appeared in a stunning white and gold anarkali by Manish Malhotr ...Read More >
Comedian and host Bharti Singh, who recently announced her second pregnancy, shared a heartwarming moment with her son, Laksh Singh Limbachiyaa, fondly called Golla. In her latest YouTube vlog, Bharti was seen tearing up as her two-year-old son adorably promised to take care of his soon-to-be-born sibling. Bharti's Emotional Moment With Golla In the video, Bharti asked her son, "Chota baby ko pyaar karoge na (Will you love the little baby)?" Golla, in his innocent yet confident tone, replied, " ...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 >
New Delhi, Jul 12 (PTI) Bollywood star Sunny Deol has completed shooting for his upcoming film "Border 2". Directed by Anurag Singh, the project is a follow-up to the 1997 blockbuster film "Border", which featured Deol alongside Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff and Akshaye Khanna. The war epic was helmed by J P Dutta. The 67-year-old actor announced the news on his Instagram handle with a video post on Friday. "Mission Accomplished! Fauji, signing off! My Shoot wrapped for #Border2. Jai Hind," he wrote in the caption. The post featured him in a soldier's uniform. "Border 2" also stars Varun Dh ...Read More >
Salman Khan (L) and Rajpal Yadav (R). ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Salman Khan supported Rajpal Yadav amid Rs 9-crore cheque bounce case controversy * An award show host's remark on Rajpal's case sparked criticism and social media praise * Rajpal said the controversial segment was meant as a broader commentary on global issues Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Salman Khan came out in support of actor Rajpal Yadav after a remark at a ...Read More >
Samay Raina also revealed that he had several "ulta seedha" thoughts while on the hot seat but refrained from making them. Samay Raina roasted Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan during his recent 'Still Alive' show. During the show, the stand-up comedian recalled the time he appeared on Big B's Kaun Banega Crorepati in 2025 and revealed that he had lied to the actor regarding his grandmother being a big fan of the actor. "Dadi mar gayi hai meri. 7 saal ho gaye hain mere dadi ko mar ke," he sa ...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 >
Kargil , Jul 2: Pursuant to putting in place a comprehensive legal framework to ensure fair, inclusive, and transparent recruitment to public services, the Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has initiated a large-scale recruitment drive for 359 Gazetted posts through the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). This marks the first-ever recruitment of Gazetted posts through UPSC since the formation of the Union Territory, officials said. This follows the establishment of a unique and dedicated legal framework specifically designed for Ladakh. The framework ensures maximum local re ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Meta has rolled out a new update, introducing the celebrity AI voice of Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone in its Ray-Ban Meta smartglasses. The voices of global celebrities like John Cena, Awkwafina, Judi Dench, and others are also present in the smartglasses. Along with this, the smartglasses now offer hands-free voice interactions and Hindi language support for UPI Lite payments. It also enables users to create festive-inspired restyles of their photos. Padukone is likely the first Indian actress to lend her voice to Meta AI. It is worth noting that her collaboration with the te ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 16 (PTI) Bollywood star Priyanka Chopra Jonas is set to feature in the first episode of Kapil Sharma's "The Great Indian Kapil Show", which will start streaming on Netflix from December 20. The streaming platform shared the announcement with a post on its Instagram handle on Monday, which featured Kapil alongside Priyanka. "When the desi girl arrives, things get Pri-etty humorous. Watch Priyanka Chopra in the premiere episode of 'The Great Indian Kapil Show's' new season, streaming from 20th December, at 8 PM, only on Netflix," read the caption. The upcoming edition marks the ...Read More >
"Dude - Stop spreading negativity!" Ameesha Patel said. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Zakir Khan remarked that major Bollywood players are jealous of Dhurandhar 2 success * Ameesha Patel criticised Zakir Khan for "spreading negativity" about Bollywood * She stated the film industry respects Dhurandhar and its success Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode After Zakir Khan took a swipe at Bollywood with his remarks around Dhurandhar 2 succ ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra is set to arrive as the first guest in the upcoming fourth season of 'The Great Indian Kapil Show' on December 20 on Netflix. From playful banter to hilarious fun activities, Kapil Sharma and Priyanka's on-set chemistry has often turned into a full-blown laughter ride for audiences, as seen in previous episodes of Kapil Sharma's comedy shows. On Monday, Netflix India shared the new look poster of 'The Great Indian Kapil Show' featuring Kapil Sharma and Priyanka Chopra on their Instagram handle. They wrote, "When the desi girl arrives, things get Pri-et ...Read More >
After comedian Sunil Pal, actor Mushtaq Khan revealed that he was kidnapped. After the news broke and the actor's statement went viral, people on the internet began to wonder if this kidnapping is a new trend or a marketing stratergy. After comedian Sunil Pail, Welcome actor Mushtaq Khan was kidnapped recently under the false pretense of being invited to an event. Mushtaq was invited to an award show in Meerut on November 20, according to his business colleague Shivam Yadav. He even received an ...Read More >
New Delhi: Comedian-actor Mushtaq Khan, who was recently seen in Stree-2, has managed to escape after being kidnapped from Delhi-Meerut highway. The actor has shared that the kidnappers tortured him for 12 hours and demanded a ransom of one crore rupees to release him. Narrating about the incident, the actor was reportedly lured into Delhi through an invitation of attending an award show in Meerut on November 20. The kidnapper even gave flight tickets and an advance payment to attend the event. When he landed in Delhi, he was duped into getting into a car that transported him away from Delhi ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Police arrested four gang members for kidnapping actor Mushtaq Mohammad Khan from Delhi airport and holding him captive in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor, while demanding ransom. Officials revealed that the criminals had also planned to kidnap veteran actor Shakti Kapoor by inviting him to a purported event. Bijnor superintendent of police Abhishek Jha disclosed on Saturday that event manager Shivam Yadav lodged a complaint on December 9. The complaint said that on October 15, Lavi, also kno ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 1 (ANI): The trailer of actor Anupam Kher's upcoming directorial 'Tanvi The Great' has received widespread acclaim from fans and celebrities, including Shah Rukh Khan and Anil Kapoor. The film, which tells the story of a young autistic woman aspiring to join the Indian Army, has sparked anticipation ahead of its theatrical release on July 18. Also Read | 'She Was Too Young, Sending Condolences to Parag': Priyanka Chopra Reacts to Shefali Jariwala's Untimely Death - See Post. Taking to his X handle, Shah Rukh Khan commended Kher's vision and courage, writin ...Read More >