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Dhurandhar 2 action director Oh Sea Young reveals how Ranveer Singh would take notes on fights Relentless action fuels the almost four-hour saga that is Dhurandhar: The Revenge. To bring his story from paper to screen, filmmaker Aditya Dhar roped in action directors Oh Sea Young, Yannick Ben, Aejaz Gulab, and Ramazan Bulut. According to Young, the film has shaped up as a stylised action fare for two reasons -- Dhar's vision and leading man Ranveer Singh's "obsession". "Ranveer is a beast -- pur
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 >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 7 (ANI): After 'Jawan', actor Deepika Padukone and director Atlee have reunited for a sci-fi action film, which also stars Allu Arjun in the lead role. On Saturday, the makers made the announcement with a special video. In the clip, we can see Atlee and Deepika discussing about the film. Later, we saw the 'Piku' star seamlessly transitioning into full prep mode as she donned elaborate headgear and stepped onto set in full costume. Also Read | Subhash Ghai Says PM Narendra Modi Has Brought Positive Change in Thought-Process of Citizens in 11 Years. https:// ...Read More >
Hyderabad: With the release of the much awaited spy thriller Dhurandhar round the corner, all eyes are not only on Ranveer Singh's intense new avatar in the film but also on young actress Sara Arjun, the leading lady opposite Ranveer Singh in this Aditya Dhar directorial. The 20-year-old was primarily known for her work in Tamil and Telugu films prior to being cast opposite Ranveer Singh in her Bollywood film debut as the lead. Sara Arjun: a rising star Sara Arjun was born in Mumbai on June 18, 2005, and appeared on camera when she was a child. She started appearing in commercials at the age ...Read More >
Mumbai: Ranveer Singh is back and how! On his 40th birthday, the first look and teaser of his much-anticipated film Dhurandhar dropped, and it has already taken the internet by storm. Directed by Uri fame Aditya Dhar, this action-packed spy thriller promises a gripping ride -- with a few surprises along the way. Dhurandhar boasts an impressive cast: Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal -- all in never-seen-before avatars. The teaser, loaded with action, mystery, and powerful background music by Shashwat, has caught everyone's attention. Although the story ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 18 (MExN): Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) and Coal India Ltd (CIL) has partnered for improving the quality of education given to the tribal students in the state of Chhattisgarh. CIL will support 68 Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) in Chhattisgarh under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), which will be benefiting more than 28000 tribal students, stated a PIB update. Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India establishes EMRS to impart quality education to ST children thereby enabling them to avail of opportunities in higher and professional educational c ...Read More >
Moradabad (UP), Aug 1 (PTI) The Moradabad district administration has cancelled the allotment of a government bungalow granted to former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mulayam Singh Yadav. The Samajwadi Party (SP) has been asked to vacate the premises within 30 days. The bungalow, located in the posh Civil Lines area near the Police Training College (PTC II), was allotted to the SP patriarch 31 years ago. Spread across nearly 1,000 square meters on Nazul land, the property serves as the local SP office. District Magistrate Anuj Singh said the property is needed for housing officers and other ...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 >
Puri: Lord Jagannath and His Siblings Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra were adorned with 208 kg gold ornaments during the 'Suna Besha' ritual on chariots Sunday, an integral part of the annual Rath Yatra festival in Puri. The devotees can have 'darshan' of the deities from 6.30 pm to 11 pm, said the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA). According to temple sources, the deities adorn around 30 different designs of ornaments which include gold, diamond, silver and other precious metals. "Initially, around 138 designs of ornaments were used during the era of King Kapilendra Deb in 146 ...Read More >
Hyderabad, July 18 (UNI) In view of the ongoing heavy rains in Hyderabad, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has directed all concerned departments to stay on high alert and ensure swift response to public grievances. The Chief Minister instructed officials from GHMC, HMDA, Water Works, Electricity, and Police departments to work in close coordination to prevent any rain-related disruptions. He also emphasised the need for immediate action in areas facing waterlogging, power outages, or other rain-induced issues. CM Revanth Reddy further directed the deployment of SDRF, NDRF, Hydra teams, and ot ...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 >
Mumbai, Jul 1 (PTI) Actor Rajkummar Rao on Tuesday said he was looking for an opportunity to step out of the box and he found it in "Maalik" where he essays the role of a gangster. Set against the gritty backdrop of 1980s Allahabad, the action thriller is a hard-hitting tale of ambition, power, and survival that explores the price of rising in a world ruled by guns, greed, and loyalty. It is directed by filmmaker Pulkit of "Bhakshak" fame. "There are very few instances when an actor gets the opportunity to break an image, and I'm always looking for such roles, like I did with 'Srikanth'. "A ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Makers of Dhurandhar, starring actor Ranveer Singh in the lead, along with Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal, have unveiled the first look of the film on Sunday, marking Ranveer's birthday. Actor Sara Arjun of Deiva Thirumagal and Ponniyin Selvan fame will be seen as the female lead alongside Ranveer Singh. Directed by Aditya Dhar, Jio Studios and B62 Studios unveiled the electrifying 160 seconds first look of the film which exuded raw, relentless visual onslaught, blending mystery, grit, and high-octane action. Ranveer Singh looks nothing short of a fierce, b ...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 >
On July 9, Tiger Shroff shared a series of pictures from the set, holding Baaghi 4's clapboard. Sonam Bajwa is all set to bring her glam and groove to Bollywood's action-packed franchise Baaghi 4. As per reports, the actress will be seen performing a high-octane dance number in the upcoming Tiger Shroff starrer. Recently, Tiger Shroff has apologised to his fans for the delay in the Baaghi 4 trailer launch. Recently, the actress shared that BTS of shooting for a grand dance number on her Instagr ...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 >
Mumbai: Bollywood star Varun Dhawan, who is currently promoting his upcoming film "Baby John", got a chance to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah during his visit in the National Capital and said it was an "absolute pleasure." Varun took to Instagram, where he shared a picture with the renowned leader. In the photograph, the two are seen looking at the camera smiling. "Inke Saamne Toh Hum Sab 'Baby' Hai'," Varun wrote for Amit Shah, who is tagged as the Chanakya of Indian politics. Varun expressed his gratitude on meeting the leader. "It was an absolute pleasure to meet the Honorable Home ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The Don movie series has been one of the most popular action thrillers in Bollywood. It started with Amitabh Bachchan in 1978, where he played the role of a smart and fearless criminal named Don. Years later, the franchise was brought back by Farhan Akhtar with Shah Rukh Khan in the lead. Don (2006) and Don 2 (2011) became huge hits, and SRK's stylish and powerful performance won hearts all over again. Now, after a long break, the makers have announced a new Don - Ranveer Singh. From the moment this was announced, fans started talking non-stop. Some were excited, others were unsure ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 11 (ANI): Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone's newborn daughter, Dua Padukone Singh, turned three months old on December 8. To mark the occasion, Anju Bhavnani, Ranveer's mother and grandmother to little Dua, donated her hair to charity as a gesture of love and hope. Also Read | 'Crime Patrol' Actress Sapna Singh Seeks Justice After Son's Tragic Death; Police Arrest Two Friends. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Anju shared a series of pictures in which she was seen holding four braids of her donated hair with the caption, "Donated." The next photo d ...Read More >
Varun took to Instagram, where he shared a picture posing with the rapper. Mumbai: Rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh was joined by actor Varun Dhawan in West Delhi during the promotions of his upcoming film "Baby John" in the National Capital. Varun took to Instagram, where he shared a picture posing with the rapper. In the image, Honey Singh is seen all dressed up in a black overcoat, shirt and pants to beat the winter cold while Varun unfazed by the Delhi chills wore a white half sleeves T-shirt with ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 19 (ANI): Seasoned pacer Mohammed Shami, who missed out on a place in India's squad for the England tour, has been named in Bengal's expanded list of 50 probables for the upcoming domestic season, according to ESPncricinfo. Shami could potentially be a part of the East Zone in the season-opening Duleep Trophy, which kicks off on August 28, which could mark his return to competitive cricket. The 34-year-old, who has 64 Tests, 108 ODIs and 25 T20Is appearances under his belt, hasn't featured for India since the Champions Trophy, which concluded in March earlier this year ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bombay High Court has now got its fifth bench, located in Kolhapur. The HC bench at Kolhapur will start functioning from Aug 18, as stated in a notification issued on Friday."I, Alok Aradhe, Chief Justice of the High Court of Judicature at Bombay, with the approval of the Governor of Maharashtra, appoint Kolhapur as a place at which Judges and Division Courts of the High Court may also sit, with effect from August 18, 2025," the notification dated Aug 1 said. The other benches of the HC are at Nagpur, Aurangabad, and Goa, apart from the principal bench in Mumbai.Lawyers and bar associa ...Read More >
Hyderabad, July 6 (Maxim News): In a major boost to employment opportunities in the banking sector, public sector banks (PSBs) are set to recruit around 50,000 personnel during the current financial year (FY2025), according to data compiled from various banks. The move is aimed at supporting expanding business operations, enhancing customer services, and strengthening digital and physical infrastructure. The State Bank of India (SBI), the country's largest lender, is leading the hiring wave with plans to employ nearly 20,000 people in FY2025. This includes both probationary officers and speci ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Arjun Rampal is over-the-moon with the response he is getting for his first look in the upcoming film "Dhurandhar", which he said isn't like anything like he has seen before. Arjun said: "This film isn't anything like I have seen before. It's a well-researched and fantastically made film with every department of the unit putting in their best. I hugged Aditya soon after seeing the incredible outpour of love." The film also stars Ranveer Singh, R Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt and Akshaye Khanna. Arjun has pushed the bar by going all guns blazing as a grey chara ...Read More >
While Shahid was expected to return to theatres on Valentine's Day once again, it seems that the actor will be arriving sooner. After the much success that Shahid Kapoor enjoyed with his 2024 Valentine's Day release Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Ulja Jiya, the actor was expected to return to theatres yet again on the same occasion in 2025. The actor was said to be seen in the actioner Deva which will also feature Pooja Hegde as the leading lady. However, news is that fans will be able to see the actor in theatres, a few days sooner. Shahid Kapoor - Pooja Hegde starrer Deva gets preponed; to release ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) Priyanka Chopra Jonas, on Friday, took to social media to give fans a behind-the-scenes look at her intense preparation for the action-packed scenes in her film "Heads of State." From rigorous training sessions to stunt rehearsals, the actress shared glimpses of the hard work that went into bringing her powerful role to life. Taking to Instagram, the 'Baywatch' actress posted a video where she is seen performing action stunts and captioned it, "Don't try this at home...unless you have @neeshnation #HeadsOfState streaming now on @primevideo." The clip opens wit ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 14 (ANI): The prestigious Tennis tournament, Wimbledon, was full of on-court dramas and huge upsets with Iga Swiatek cruising past Amanda Anisimova to claim the women's singles title and Italy's Jannik Sinner making history as he saw off defending champion Carlos Alcaraz for the men's. However, the smashes and serves weren't limited to the court at Wimbledon 2025. The royal box was decked out with Indian celebrities, who served up some serious fashion at the annual tennis championship this year. Also Read | 'Coolie' Trailer Release Date Confirmed: Lokesh Kanagaraj Rev ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh, known for his electric energy, fearless fashion, and versatile role choices, has turned 40 today. Ranveer Singh is considered one of the bankable stars for producers in the Hindi film industry. Since his explosive debut in Band Baaja Baaraat (2010) under Yash Raj Films, Ranveer has consistently treated his fans with his impeccable performances across different movie genres. From his soothing performance in 'Lootera' to displaying the underdog grit in 'Gully Boy', Ranveer has proved that no genre or character is beyond his reach. ...Read More >
New Delhi: Bollywood's one of the most adorable couples Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani are now proud parents to a baby girl. The good news has not been officially shared by the duo yet, however social media is abuzz with congratulatory messages for the new parents. According to Hindustan Times report, the baby was born via normal delivery at Reliance Hospital in Mumbai - both mother and baby are doing fine. Neither Sid or Kiara has put any post or released a statement as of now. In February this year, Kiara and Sidharth announced that they are expecting their first child together. Droppi ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19: The thieves, who carried out burglary at former actress Sangeeta Bijlani's bungalow in Pawandharan area, stole a TV worth Rs 7,000 and Rs 50,000 cash, totalling Rs 57,000. The actress' bungalow is located in Tikona Peth area of Pune district. A case has been registered at Lonavla Rural Police Station. Mohammed Mujeeb Khan has lodged a complaint at the Lonavala Rural Police Station. The police shared that the complainant is a private employee with Sangeeta Bijlani. The bungalow was vacant for 4 months. The theft was discovered on July 18 when Sangeeta Bijlani reached her bunga ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Amid the ongoing verbal spat between Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray and BJP MP Nishikant Dubey over the Hindi language debate in Maharashtra, Union Minister and Republican Party of India (Athawale) president Ramdas Athawale on Saturday has called for restraint, urging all parties to maintain peace and avoid statements that could disrupt Mumbai's communal harmony. Responding to the exchange of inflammatory remarks, Athawale said, "Such statements against each other can spoil the atmosphere of Mumbai. We should maintain peace. It's not righ ...Read More >