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EntertainmentOct 06, 2025 10:05 AM

Sikkimese filmmaker Tribeny Geeta Rai's 'Shape of Momo' wins two awards at Busan film festival

The 114-minute film is the story of a young woman, Bishnu, returning to her Himalayan village after quitting her job and the family pressures and societal expectations she faces. Sikkimese filmmaker Tribeny Geeta Rai's debut film 'Shape of Momo', which explores the experiences of women navigating and negotiating social norms across generations, has won two awards at the recently concluded Busan International Film festival. 'Shape of Momo', A Nepali film, won the Taipei Film Commission Award an ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 02, 2025 05:53 PM

Rani Mukerji On Work-Life Balance Amid Deepika Padukone's 8-hour Shift Talk: 'When Adira Was...'

Rani Mukerji recently won the Best Actress award at the 71st National Film Awards for her role in Mrs Chatterjee vs. Norway.Source : PTI As discussions swirl around Deepika Padukone's reported request for an eight-hour workday -- a factor said to have led to her exit from Spirit, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and starring Prabhas -- veteran actor Rani Mukerji has offered her perspective, drawing on her own experience of juggling career and motherhood. Speaking to ANI, Rani recalled filming h ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 02, 2025 05:53 PM

Shah Rukh Khan to Kim Kardashian: top 10 celebrity billionaires list is full of surprises By Invezz

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has become the latest celebrity to enter the billionaire club, becoming the first Indian celebrity to touch the milestone and stand with global icons like Michael Jordan, Taylor Swift, and George Lucas. As per the Hurun India Rich List 2025, Shah Rukh Khan witnessed a sharp rise of 71% in his net worth this year to Rs 12,490 crore ($1.4 billion). This significant surge is fueled by the blockbuster success of his production house Red Chillies Entertainment and ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 01, 2025 09:10 AM

Shah Rukh Khan returns as host of Filmfare Awards after 17 years

Filmfare shared the update on their official Instagram handle on Tuesday evening. "The Superstar, The Icon, The Enigma Hold your hearts, because the one and only #ShahRukhKhan is making his way to co-host the most awaited #70thHyundaiFilmfareAwards2025withGujaratTourism, happening on October 11 at Eka Arena, Ahmedabad," the post read. Shah Rukh has previously hosted the Filmfare Awards on multiple occasions, most memorably alongside fellow actor Saif Ali Khan in 2003 and 2004. He returned as co ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 30, 2025 11:43 PM

Mohanlal Celebrates Dadasaheb Honour With Members of His Fans' Association on the Sets of 'Drishyam ...

Chennai, September 30: Members of the All Kerala Mohanlal Fans and Cultural Welfare Association (AKMFCWA) on Tuesday called on Malayalam superstar Mohanlal on the sets of 'Drishyam 3' and celebrated the actor being honoured with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Mohanlal, who took to his X timeline to share pictures of the celebrations on the sets, wrote in Malayalam that he had celebrated the joy of receiving the Dadasaheb Phalke Award along with the members of the All Kerala Mohanlal Fan ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 30, 2025 10:08 PM

Urvashi Rautela joins ED's probe in Bet app case | Central India's Premier English Daily

New Delhi, Sept 30 (UNI) Actress Urvashi Rautela today joined the investigation in a money laundering case linked to the illegal banned betting app '1XBet'. Earlier, Bollywood actor Sonu Sood, former Indian Cricketer Yuvraj Singh and web series 'Gandi Baat' actress Anveshi Jain recorded their statements. According to ED sources, these celebrities were utilized in promotional campaigns for 1xBet, which significantly helped the illegal platform build a substantial user base in India despite its ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 30, 2025 07:43 PM

Indian filmmakers say too early to assess impact of Donald Trump's 100 per cent tariff proposal

New Delhi, Sep 30 (PTI) Producers and distributors say it is too early to assess the exact implication of US president Donald Trump's announcement of a 100 per cent tariff on foreign-made films but if it applies to Indian films releasing in America, then the ticket rates will go up. On Monday, Trump reiterated his comments in May by announcing that he will be imposing a "100 per cent tariff" on any and all movies that are "made outside of the United States". Asked about Trump's latest announce ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 29, 2025 11:24 PM

Hyderabad police holds high-level meet with Telugu film industry on piracy

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], September 29 (ANI): The Hyderabad Police, in the wake of unravelling one of the largest film piracy rackets in recent times, convened a high-level meeting with members of the Telugu film fraternity.According to an official release, those who attended the meeting included heroes, producers, exhibitors, and digital distribution partners. They were briefed on the findings and explained how the offences were being committed, as well as the precautions to be taken.Durin ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 29, 2025 07:08 PM

Japanese-British Breakdancer Hokuto Konishi Joins Allu Arjun-Deepika Padukone's Upcoming Film

New Delhi: Japanese-British breakdancer Hokuto Konishi, popularly known as Hok or Falcon, has revealed that he is working on the upcoming film starring Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone, directed by Atlee. Sharing photos and videos from the film set in India, Hok expressed his enthusiasm about his first foray into the Indian film industry. Hok took to social media to update his followers, saying, "Well now that the cat is out of the bag, I wanted to do a life update post for my past month working ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 29, 2025 03:31 PM

Imtiaz Ali reflects on emotional compulsion of making 'Amar Singh Chamkila'

Mumbai Sep 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Director Imtiaz Ali believes that some films are not logical choices but emotional compulsions, and "Amar Singh Chamkila" was exactly that. The movie that recently has won a nomination at the International Emmy Awards has made both fans and Imtiaz Ali thrilled and overwhelmed. Speaking exclusively with IANS, the filmmaker shared how faith drew him to tell the story of Punjab. Ali revealed that Chamkila's name had been suggested to him many times during shoots in P ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 28, 2025 07:59 PM

Mahesh Manjrekar's First Wife, Deepa Mehta, Passes Away: Son Satya Manjrekar Confirms Demise

New Delhi: Deepa Mehta, the first wife of renowned actor and filmmaker Mahesh Manjrekar, has passed away. The news of her demise was confirmed by their son, actor Satya Manjrekar, who took to Instagram to share a heartfelt tribute. Posting a throwback picture on his Instagram story, Satya captioned the image: "I miss you mumma." Soon after, tributes began pouring in from friends, colleagues, and well-wishers. Deepa Mehta and Mahesh Manjrekar tied the knot in 1987 after dating since their colle ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 27, 2025 10:08 AM

Rajat Bedi's daughter hailed as 'next Kareena Kapoor', actor reacts: 'She is thinking of...'

Actor Rajat Bedi, who recently returned to the screen as Jaraj Saxena in Netflix's The Ba**ds of Bollywood*, finds himself sharing the limelight with his daughter, Vera Bedi. Ever since she accompanied him to the show's star-studded premiere in Mumbai, social media has been buzzing with comparisons between Vera and Kareena Kapoor. Vera compared to Kareena Kapoor Several pictures from the red carpet went viral, with fans praising Vera's beauty. Comments ranged from "Better than Kareena with blu ...Read More >

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BusinessSep 27, 2025 06:09 AM

Telangana CM to inaugurate tourism conclave at Shilparamam tomorrow

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], September 26 (ANI): Telangana Government is set to redefine the definition of Tourism in the state. Apart from regular visits to wildlife forests and waterfalls, the government is ready to introduce a slew of new services for both domestic and international tourists to ensure a delightful experience.The services include overnight stays in the forests and safaris, double-decked boat rides, helicopter tours, introducing traditional cuisine to every tourist, and makin ...Read More >

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BusinessSep 26, 2025 11:54 PM

India News | Telangana CM to Inaugurate Tourism Conclave at Shilparamam Tomorrow

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], September 26 (ANI): Telangana Government is set to redefine the definition of Tourism in the state. Apart from regular visits to wildlife forests and waterfalls, the government is ready to introduce a slew of new services for both domestic and international tourists to ensure a delightful experience. The services include overnight stays in the forests and safaris, double-decked boat rides, helicopter tours, introducing traditional cuisine to every tourist, and mak ...Read More >

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BusinessSep 26, 2025 11:26 PM

Telangana CM to inaugurate tourism conclave at Shilparamam tomorrow

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], September 26 (ANI): Telangana Government is set to redefine the definition of Tourism in the state. Apart from regular visits to wildlife forests and waterfalls, the government is ready to introduce a slew of new services for both domestic and international tourists to ensure a delightful experience. The services include overnight stays in the forests and safaris, double-decked boat rides, helicopter tours, introducing traditional cuisine to every tourist, and mak ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 16, 2025 09:51 AM

UP CM Yogi Adityanath calls Disha Patani's father post firing incident; assures security for family

The Patani family, still shaken by the incident, recalled how the attack unfolded. Actress Disha Patani's family recently faced a scare after the firing incident outside their Bareilly residence. Following the incident, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath personally called Disha's father, Jagdish Singh Patani, late on Sunday night, September 14, to express his condolences and extend his full support to the family. According to report by India Today, Jagdish confirmed receiving the cal ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 15, 2025 04:42 PM

Entertainment News | 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari' Trailer Out: Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor Set U...

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 15 (ANI): The fans of actors Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor are in for a treat as their favourite stars film 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari's trailer is finally out on Monday. After the chartbuster hits like 'Panwadi' and 'Bijuria', the 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari' has been creating quite a buzz in the film industry. Also Read | 'The Godfather' India 4K Re-Release: Fans Unhappy After Censor Board Chops Off Iconic Horse Head Scene, Nudity and More in ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 15, 2025 06:44 AM

CM launches 'Ilaiyaraaja award' | Chennai News - The Times of India

Chennai: Chief minister M K Stalin announced on Saturday an annual award named after musician Ilaiyaraaja for best performing music composers from Tamil Nadu. State govt felicitated Ilaiyaraaja for 50 years of his music journey in Tamil cinema at the Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai. During the function titled 'Tamil maestro who scaled the heights of symphony', Stalin praised Ilaiyaraaja, saying, "Everyone would have hummed Ilaiyaraaja's song in TN at least once. His songs will fit in every mood ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 14, 2025 05:44 PM

When Hema Malini got rejected for a Tamil film for being 'too slim'

Mumbai, Sep 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Veteran actress Hema Malini had once opened up about an early setback in her career, revealing how she was rejected for a Tamil film because she was considered 'too slim.' The legendary actress reflected on how this experience, though disappointing at the time, shaped her journey in the film industry. During her early appearance on the popular talk show "Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai," Hema revealed she was offered a role in a Tamil film. Although she had started working ...Read More >

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OtherSep 14, 2025 11:45 AM

Karnataka issues notification to fix cinema ticket prices at Rs 200 in state

The Karnataka government has capped movie ticket prices at Rs 200 across all theaters, including multiplexes, excluding taxes, through an amendment to the Karnataka Cinema (Control) Rules, 2014. This decision, finalized after reviewing stakeholder feedback, exempts premium multi-screen cinemas with 75 seats or less. The Karnataka government on Friday issued notification, amending the Karnataka Cinema (Control) Rules, 2014 and fix ticket price in all theatres in the state, including multiplexes, ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 13, 2025 04:05 PM

Brahmanandam reveals why Bollywood was never his choice

Hyderabad: Brahmanandam, the most popular comedian in Tollywood film industry and a Guinness World Record holder for appearing in the highest number of films as a comedian, has carved one of the most impactful careers in Indian cinema. With over a thousand films and four decades of unmatched comic timing, he remains the undisputed king of comedy. During the launch of his autobiography Me in English and Hindi at the Foreign Correspondents Club of South Asia, Delhi, Brahmanandam finally addressed ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 13, 2025 02:06 PM

Karnataka Caps Movie Tickets at Rs 200, Producers And Exhibitors Cheer

Bengaluru: After a long-pending demand from the state's film industry, Karnataka has capped cinema ticket prices at Rs 200 across multiplexes and single screens. The move comes amid growing concerns nationwide over spiralling ticket costs that have kept family audiences away from theatres. Earlier this year, Bollywood superstar Salman Khan had called for a nationwide cap, citing Karnataka's proposed Rs 200 limit as a model. He also urged that the cost of food and beverages inside multiplexes be ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 13, 2025 12:58 PM

MP HC notice to Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi over song in 'Jolly LLB 3' - OrissaPOST

Jabalpur: The Madhya Pradesh High Court has issued notices to Hindi film actors Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi, along with producer Alok Jain, director Subhash Kapoor, and others, in response to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the Hindi song "Bhai Vakeel Hai" from the upcoming film Jolly LLB 3. The Division Bench, comprising Chief Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva and Justice Vinay Saraf, has directed all parties to submit their replies by September 17, just two days ahead of the film's sc ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 13, 2025 12:40 PM

Firing outside Disha Patani's Bareilly home; gangster Goldy Brar claims responsibility

LUCKNOW: A fring incident took place at the parental house of Bollywood actor Disha Patani in Civil Lines area of Bareilly district in the wee hours of Friday. As per sources, two unidentified motorbike-borne men fired two rounds at Patanis' residence before fleeing the spot. Gangsters Goldy Brar and Rohit Godara claimed responsibility for the incident on social media. In a post on Facebook, that the attack was carried out in retaliation against alleged remarks about Sant Premanandji Maharaj ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 13, 2025 11:45 AM

Tamil Nadu government to honour Ilaiyaraaja, Kamal Haasan-Rajinikanth to attend

The Tamil Nadu government will felicitate Ilaiyaraaja on September 13 in Chennai. Music maestro Ilaiyaraaja, popularly known as Isaignani, will be felicitated by the MK Stalin-led Tamil Nadu government as he completes 50 years in the film industry. The star-studded event will take place at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium on September 13. Kamal Haasan, Rajinikanth and several other celebrities are expected to attend the event. Recently, Ilaiyaraaja expressed his happiness at the honour whil ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 12, 2025 11:26 PM

Disha Patani's House Shooting: Gun Shots Fired Outside Actor's Bareilly Home; Gangster Goldy Brar Cl...

Mumbai, September 12: Gunshots were fired outside actress Disha Patani's Bareilly home during the early hours of Friday. However, no one was injured. The attack is reportedly in response to the alleged remarks made against Hindu spiritual leaders Premanand Maharaj and Aniruddhacharya Maharaj. The reports suggest that the responsibility for the attack has been claimed by the Rohit Goldy Brar group. A post written in Hindi had two individuals, named Virendra Charan and Mahendra Saran, taking resp ...Read More >

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EntertainmentSep 12, 2025 10:58 PM

Disha Patani's Bareilly home attacked by shooters; Gangster Goldy Brar claims responsibility

Mumbai, Sep 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Gunshots were fired outside actress Disha Patani's Bareilly home during the early hours of Friday. However, no one was injured. The attack is reportedly in response to the alleged remarks made against Hindu spiritual leaders Premanand Maharaj and Aniruddhacharya Maharaj. The reports suggest that the responsibility for the attack has been claimed by the Rohit Goldy Brar group. A post written in Hindi had two individuals, named Virendra Charan and Mahendra Saran, ...Read More >

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EntertainmentAug 22, 2025 09:57 PM

Kriti Sanon shares struggles of non-film background actors in bollywood

Mumbai (Web Desk): Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon has candidly shared her experience navigating the film industry without a cinematic background, saying that outsiders often face more criticism, rejection, and hardship compared to those from film families. In a recent interview with entertainment portal Bollywood Hungama, the Mimi star said there are no shortcuts to success in Bollywood, and those coming from outside the industry must work significantly harder to make their mark. "In this indus ...Read More >

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EntertainmentAug 20, 2025 06:33 PM

Mohanlal's kiss on Mammootty's cheek melts hearts as superstar prepares for big comeback

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal's recent heartwarming picture with Mammootty has ignited a frenzy among fans, especially amidst news of Mammootty's comeback after a health-related hiatus. The image, showing Mohanlal affectionately kissing Mammootty, symbolizes their strong bond. Fans flooded social media with comments celebrating the legends and their camaraderie, eagerly anticipating Mammootty's return to Mahesh Narayanan's film set in September. Malayalam icon Mohanlal has dropped a picture with ...Read More >

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EntertainmentAug 19, 2025 10:54 PM

3 Idiots' professor and veteran actor Achyut Potdar, passes away at 91

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 >

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