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Veteran actor Achyut Potdar, famed for 3 Idiots, passed away at 91 in Thane. Despite entering films at 44, he built a remarkable career with over 125 films and 100 TV serials. Veteran actor Achyut Potdar, who was best known for his portrayal of a college professor in Rajkumar Hirani's popular film 3 Idiots, passed away at the age of 91. On Monday, the actor passed away in Thane. According to reports, he was recently admitted to the hospital for age-related complications, though the precise cau ...Read More >
Chennai, Aug 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Shilpa Shirodkar, who worked with Tamil superstar Rajinikanth in the Hindi blockbuster 'Hum' almost 34 years ago, has now congratulated the Tamil superstar on completing 50 glorious years in the film industry, saying, Indian cinema was blessed to have him. Taking to her Instagram page to pen a heartfelt post, Shilpa Shirodkar, who worked alongside superstars Amitabh Bachchan and Rajinikanth along with Govinda in the film, said, "I had the privilege of wo ...Read More >
Chennai, Aug 14 (PTI) Firecrackers, drums, sweets, confetti, cake, milk and so on. Rajinikanth fans on Thursday went all out in their celebration of the 50th anniversary of their favourite superstar and the arrival of his new movie "Coolie". Rajinikanth debuted with K Balachander's Tamil movie "Apoorva Raagangal", which released on August 15, 1975. The film also starred Kamal Haasan, Sunddarrajan, Srividya and Jayasudha. "Marking half a century of cinematic brilliance, my dear friend Rajinikan ...Read More >
Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh): 'War 2', one of the highly anticipated movies of this year, has finally been released in theatres across India today. Starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR in the lead roles, the fans of the latter actor have been praising Jr NTR's performance in the movie. Vijayawada NTR Fans District Association president Kavuri Krishna states that the movie 'War 2' has been released in theatres, and they hope NTR's action will secure great viewership across the world. Talking to A ...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 cl ...Read More >
Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) [India], August 14 (ANI): 'War 2', one of the highly anticipated movies of this year, has finally been released in theatres across India today. Starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR in the lead roles, the fans of the latter actor have been praising Jr NTR's performance in the movie. Vijayawada NTR Fans District Association president Kavuri Krishna states that the movie 'War 2' has been released in theatres, and they hope NTR's action will secure great viewership across ...Read More >
Hyderabad: War 2, the much-awaited sequel to the 2019 blockbuster War, has stormed into theatres a day before Independence Day. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, the high-octane action spectacle marks the first-ever collaboration between Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan and Telugu sensation Jr NTR. Also starring Kiara Advani, the film is the sixth instalment in YRF's spy universe. Packed with slick action sequences, grand visuals, and an intense face-off between two screen heavyweights, War 2 had pro ...Read More >
Thane, Aug 14 (PTI) A fire broke out at a cafe located in a multi-storey residential building in Maharashtra's Thane city early Thursday morning, following which 35 persons were evacuated from the structure, officials said. No casualty has been reported as of now, Thane Municipal Corporation's disaster management cell chief Yasin Tadvi said. The blaze erupted in the Parsik Cafe located on the ground floor of the six-storey building at Kharegaon in Kalwa (West), he said. The disaster managemen ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): The credit-to-deposit ratio in Indian banks has stayed below 80 per cent as credit offtake in the country continues to lag, according to a report by CareEdge Ratings. The report highlighted that while both credit offtake and deposit growth have increased sequentially, they remain significantly lower than the levels seen last year. Deposits continued to outpace credit offtake in the current fortnight, leading to a narrowing of the credit-deposit gap. It state ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], August 14 (ANI): Actor Nani shared his excitement ahead of the release of the highly anticipated movies Coolie and War, which are headlined by superstar Rajinikanth and Jr NTR-Hrithik Roshan, respectively. Taking to his X handle, the Hit actor highlighted his anticipation to watch Nagarjuna playing the negative role in the film Coolie, which is slated to release in theatres today. Coolie is directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and stars Rajinikanth and Nagarjuna in the l ...Read More >
Shimla, Aug 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Braving darkness, fast currents and unstable terrain, the Indian Army on Thursday said its swift response averted a potential tragedy when a sudden flash flood struck Hojis Lungpa Nala in Himachal Pradesh's mountainous Kinnaur district. The incident happened at around 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Triggered by a cloudburst in the higher reaches of the Rishi Dogri Valley, the deluge engulfed the bridge across the Sutlej River and injured one individual. The site was an ac ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], August 14 (ANI): Actor Nani shared his excitement ahead of the release of the highly anticipated movies 'Coolie' and 'War', which are headlined by superstar Rajinikanth and Jr NTR-Hrithik Roshan, respectively. Taking to his X handle, the 'Hit' actor highlighted his anticipation to watch Nagarjuna playing the negative role in the film Coolie, which is slated to release in theatres today. 'Coolie' is directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and stars Rajinikanth and Nagarjuna ...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 ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Rajinikanth's much-awaited Coolie has finally hit theatres. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the film brings together a stellar cast including Nagarjuna, Aamir Khan, Upendra, Sathyaraj, Soubin Shahir, and Pooja Hegde. Released just ahead of Independence Day, Coolie comes as Rajinikanth marks 50 glorious years in cinema. On social media platform X, the reactions have been pouring in since the early morning shows. Many fans are hailing the first half as vintage Rajinikanth magic. One exci ...Read More >
The buzz surrounding War 2 has reached a fever pitch, and at the heart of this frenzy is none other than Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao Jr., popularly known as NTR. One of the most celebrated actors in Indian cinema, NTR commands a fan following that stretches far beyond India's borders. His every big-screen appearance turns into a festival for movie lovers, and this time, the celebration is bigger than ever. With War 2 set to release on August 14, 2025, ticket pre-sales have already kicked off in s ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) has suggested prioritising women in allocation of deceased donor organs.In a letter to the states/UTs, the apex authority for regulating organ donations and transplants in the country, has said a provision should be made to mark additional points for women recipients of donor organs, to address gender disparity. Studies have shown that while women make up a large percentage of donors, they receive fewer organs than men. "Wo ...Read More >
Kolkata: In 1975, the release of 'Sholay' marked a pivotal moment in Bollywood, not just for its groundbreaking action sequences but for its revolutionary approach to film soundtracks. The film's music and dialogues became a cultural phenomenon, especially in Kolkata, where fans eagerly played the LPs and EPs until they wore out. This was the first time Bollywood embraced stereo sound, offering an immersive auditory experience that captivated audiences.Shiladitya Chaudhury, a music enthusiast an ...Read More >
Mumbai, August 6, 2025 -- Director Mohit Suri's romantic drama Saiyaara continues to light up the box office even in its third week. On its 20th day in theatres, the film brought in an estimated ₹1.13 crore in India net collections, taking its cumulative total to ₹305.73 crore. The Wednesday figures, though modest compared to its opening week, solidify Saiyaara as one of 2025's biggest commercial hits. Starring newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, the film opened to great anticipation and st ...Read More >
Mumbai, August 4: As Shashi Tharoor simply congratulated Shah Rukh Khan after winning his maiden National Award in 33 years, the Bollywood superstar had a hilarious way of thanking the politician and said that he would not have understood something more magniloquent and sesquipedalian. Shah Rukh was feted with the National Award for the Best Actor for his film "Jawan" at the 71st National Film Awards. Tharoor, who is known for his fluency in English, congratulated Shah Rukh on X, formerly called ...Read More >
Mumbai, Aug 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) As Shashi Tharoor simply congratulated Shah Rukh Khan after winning his maiden National Award in 33 years, the Bollywood superstar had a hilarious way of thanking the politician and said that he would not have understood something more magniloquent and sesquipedalian. Shah Rukh was feted with the National Award for the Best Actor for his film "Jawan" at the 71st National Film Awards. Tharoor, who is known for his fluency in English, congratulated Shah Rukh on X, ...Read More >
At the trailer launch of Rajinikanth's Coolie, Rajinikanth stopped Aamir Khan from touching his feet and embraced him. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Coolie releases August 14. The trailer launch of Coolie, Rajinikanth's much-anticipated action entertainer, turned into a celebration in Chennai on Saturday. While the event showcased explosive visuals from the film, it was an off-screen gesture that truly captivated audiences. In one of the highlights of the day, Rajinikanth stopping Bollywood act ...Read More >
Scenes from 12th Fail and Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway New Delhi: The winners of the 71st National Film Awards have been announced, celebrating the best in cinema from 2023. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting revealed the winners on Friday at a press conference in New Delhi. The 71st National Film Awards recognise films certified by the censor board from January 1 to December 31, 2023. Rani Mukerji, who won her very first National Award for Best Actress for Mrs Chatterjee Vs. Norway sh ...Read More >
New Delhi/Imphal, Aug 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has made a second consecutive arrest in the 2024 killings in Manipur's Jiribam, central probe agency sources said on Friday. The NIA in a statement said that the national probe agency caught Lalrosang Hmar alias Rosang, a resident of Moinathol Village in southern Assam's Cachar district, from the Mizoram capital Aizawl on Thursday. The arrest came after the arrest of another key accused, Thanglienlal Hmar, by a jo ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 1 (ANI): King Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, is beaming with joy after winning his first-ever National Film Award. The actor bagged the Best Actor award at the 71st National Film Awards for his powerful performance in Jawan. Even though he is recovering from an injury, Shah Rukh made sure to thank his fans and everyone who supported him on his journey. In a video shared on X, Shah Rukh appeared in a black t-shirt and a beanie, with his arm in a sling. He stood in f ...Read More >
Chennai, August 1: Actor, music director and producer G V Prakash Kumar, who has won the National Award for Best Music Direction (Songs) for the Tamil, Telugu bilingual film Vaathi, has called the honour "a blessing for the second time". Taking to his X timeline soon after the 71st National Awards were announced, G V Prakash expressed his gratitude to the jury and the selection committee of the National Awards and the entire team of Vaathi. G V Prakash wrote, "A blessing for the second time. I' ...Read More >
Shah Rukh Khan has won his first-ever National Film Award for Best Actor at the 71st National Film Awards for his performance in Jawan. He shares the honour with Vikrant Massey, who was recognised for his role in 12th Fail. This marks a major milestone in SRK's career, which spans over three decades. Jawan, directed by Atlee, was a commercial and critical success in 2023. Shah Rukh Khan has been awarded the prestigious National Film Award for Best Actor for his performance in Jawan, marking a s ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 1 (PTI) Malayalam cinema secured a fair share of honours at the 71st National Film Awards announced in Delhi on Friday. The awards for the year 2023 were announced by jury head and filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker. Veteran actors Vijayaraghavan and Urvashi were named Best Supporting Actor and Actress, respectively. Vijayaraghavan was recognised for his performance as an elderly man in 'Pookkaalam', directed by Ganesh Raj, while Urvashi earned the honour for her role in 'Ul ...Read More >
Telugu star Pawan Kalyan, who is also the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, is busy wrapping up his pending projects one after the other to concentrate on his political career. After completing Hari Hara Veera Mallu and OG, he is now busy shooting for yet another film, Ustaad Bhagat Singh, directed by Harish Shankar. The long-delayed film's shoot is progressing at a brisk pace in Hyderabad, with the Telugu sensation Sreeleela playing the female lead. The latest update is that popular her ...Read More >
Hyderabad, July 20 (SocialNews.XYZ) Putting out an adorable birthday post for his daughter Sitara Ghattamaneni, who has now turned a teenager, Telugu star Mahesh Babu on Sunday said that he loved his daughter who was always lighting up his life. Taking to his Instagram timeline to pen a birthday greeting, Mahesh Babu, who posted a picture of himself with his daughter, wrote, "And just like that... she's a teenager! Happy birthday @sitaraghattamaneni. Always lighting up my life. Love you so much ...Read More >
Mumbai: The next generation of the Hindi film industry is not the one to hold on to when it comes to lauding the fellow members of the fraternity. As the recently released film Saiyaara continues to charm the audience in theatres, good wishes and congratulations are in order for the film's team, especially its lead pair of Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday. Recently, actress Rasha Thadani, who made her debut with Azaad took to the Stories section of her Instagram and shared words of appreciation fo ...Read More >
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