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EntertainmentOct 20, 2025 02:34 AM

Raj Babbar remembers Smita Patil, writes about his 'unhealed grievance'

He shared a picture of her and wrote, "Smita consciously used her cinematic journey as a medium to drive change. Her portrayals dared to question norms and dismantle stereotypes. Her ease with complex roles and her deep understanding of characters woven into our social fabric set her apart. She achieved so much within the brief span that destiny allowed. The brevity of her life will always feel like an unhealed grievance. On her birth anniversary, I fondly remember Smita Patil." Raj and Smita ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 19, 2025 10:32 PM

When Hema Malini felt sorry for superstar's wife: 'She smoke and drank a lot, she was lonely...'

Hema Malini's biography details her deep bond with Dimple Kapadia. Dimple married Rajesh Khanna at sixteen, sacrificing her film career. Hema observed Dimple's struggles with solitude and early motherhood. They confided in each other during personal challenges. Dimple also offered blunt advice on Hema's relationship with Dharmendra. Their enduring friendship spanned decades and professional collaborations. When superstar Rajesh Khanna decided to marry Dimple Kapadia in 1973, it sent shockwaves ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 19, 2025 06:32 PM

Shah Rukh Khan's 'DDLJ': India's ultimate love story still shows 30 years on to packed cinemas

MUMBAI, Oct 19 -- India's longest-running film celebrates 30 years in the same cinema on Monday, a Bollywood romance so beloved that fans know it simply by its acronym "DDLJ". First released on October 20, 1995, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, or The Brave Hearted Will Take the Bride, has been running daily at Mumbai's Maratha Mandir theatre since its debut. "I have seen it about 30 times... and I will continue watching it," said Mohammad Shakir, 60, smiling as he bought another 40 rupee (US$0.45 ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 19, 2025 03:23 PM

Bollywood's favourite romance still going strong after 30 years

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 ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 19, 2025 10:19 AM

'DDLJ'@30: Mumbai's Maratha Mandir continues its love affair with romance classic

Mumbai, Oct 19 (PTI) Mumbai's iconic single-screen theatre, Maratha Mandir, has remained the permanent home of "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" for 30 years and it will continue to do so as long as audiences keep coming, says the theatre's executive director Manoj Desai. Opened in 1952, the 1,107-seater cinema has screened numerous iconic films, including "Mughal-E-Azam" and "Pakeezah". Yet it is the Shah Rukh Khan-Kajol starrer "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" that has cemented its place in history ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 18, 2025 03:34 PM

PVR Inox to re-release Shah Rukh Khan's blockbusters in theatres

PVR Inox will host a Birthday Film Festival for Shah Rukh Khan. The event starts October 31, ahead of his 60th birthday. Over two weeks, 75 cinemas across 30 cities will screen his biggest hits. Films like Chennai Express, Devdas, Dil Se, Main Hoon Na, and Jawan will be shown. This celebrates the actor's 33-year journey in cinema. Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan will be honoured with the Birthday Film Festival at India's PVR Inox, India's largest film exhibition company, which is set to re-r ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 17, 2025 08:20 PM

Film Festival To Honour Shah Rukh Khan's Legacy Announced Ahead Of His 60th Birthday

Mumbai: PVR Inox, the largest multiplex chain, announced a special film festival to honour the legacy of Shah Rukh Khan ahead of his 60th birthday. The superstar, who recently won the National Award for Best Actor for his film 'Jawan', called the announcement a 'beautiful reunion'. "Decades of charm. Endless emotions. One legend. Celebrate the films that defined generations -- the Shah Rukh Khan Film Festival starts Oct 31!", PVR Inox posted on its official Instagram handle. The films listed ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 17, 2025 01:20 PM

10th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival postponed to 2026 as Assam mourns Zubeen Garg

Guwahati, Oct 17: The organisers of the Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival (BVFF) have announced the postponement of its 10th edition, originally scheduled for December 4-7, 2025, as Assam continues to mourn the passing of its beloved cultural icon, Zubeen Garg. The festival will now be held sometime in 2026, organisers confirmed on Thursday. In a statement, Festival Director Tanushree Hazarika said the decision was made as a mark of respect to Garg's enduring legacy and immense contribution to ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 17, 2025 10:30 AM

Simbu, Vishal back young heroes; ask their fans to lend support to films releasing for Deepavali!

Chennai, Oct 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a heartwarming development, two of Tamil cinema's top heroes -- Simbu and Vishal -- have now urged their fans to extend their support to all three Tamil films, featuring young heroes in the lead. For the unaware, the Tamil film industry has always witnessed films of big Tamil stars releasing for the festival of Deepavali. However, this year, departing from this practice, films of young heroes are releasing for the festival. Now, top heroes have urged their f ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 17, 2025 05:32 AM

Raju Talikote death reason: Sudden heart attack claims life of Kannada actor-comedian at 62

Noted Kannada theatre artist and comedian Raju Talikote passed away at the age of 62 after suffering a heart attack at a private hospital in Manipal, Udupi district. Talikote, who was in Udupi for a film shoot, reportedly suffered the cardiac arrest on Sunday night and was admitted to the hospital, where he breathed his last the following evening. His last rites will be held on Tuesday at his native Chikka Sindagi in Sindagi taluk, Vijayapura district, according to sources close to the family. ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 16, 2025 11:29 PM

'Some Stories Don't Just Entertain, They Shape Dreams': Actress Sana Saeed, Played Role of Little An...

Mumbai, October 16: Actress Sana Saeed, who played the role of little Anjali Khanna, Shah Rukh Khan's daughter in "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai", celebrated 27 years of the timeless romantic drama with a heartfelt tribute on social media, sharing a photo of herself from the 20th anniversary celebration that was held in 2018. She wrote, "27 years of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. One of the most important films that made me fall in love with cinema Some stories don't just entertain, they shape dreams." Directed by K ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 16, 2025 05:56 PM

Esha Deol sends heartfelt birthday wishes to "Dream Girl of the nation" Hema Malini

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 16 (ANI): Actor Esha Deol extended a warm and heartfelt birthday wish to her mother, veteran Bollywood actress and Member of Parliament Hema Malini. Popularly known as the "Dream Girl" of Indian cinema, Hema Malini, turned a year older on Thursday and received an outpouring of birthday wishes from fans, admirers, and colleagues across the country. Marking the occasion, Esha Deol shared unseen pictures with her mother from what appeared to be a special cele ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 16, 2025 05:34 PM

Shriya Pilgaonkar, Pan Nalin Join Jury Panel Of India's Biggest Environmental Film Festival ALT EFF

ALT EFF 2025 returns to Mumbai December 4 to 14, featuring global environmental films, new watch parties, and a jury including Shriya Pilgaonkar and Pan Nalin. The All Living Things Environmental Film Festival (ALT EFF), India's largest platform celebrating cinema dedicated to the planet, is set to return for its sixth edition from December 4 to 14, 2025. The festival will open in Mumbai and run for 11 days, showcasing an impressive mix of feature films, documentaries, shorts, and student proje ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 16, 2025 04:54 PM

Celebrating 27 years of 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai', Sana Saeed shares memories

Mumbai Oct 16: Actress Sana Saeed, who played the role of little Anjali Khanna, Shah Rukh Khan's daughter in "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai", celebrated 27 years of the timeless romantic drama with a heartfelt tribute on social media, sharing a photo of herself from the 20th anniversary celebration that was held in 2018. She wrote, "27 years of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. One of the most important films that made me fall in love with cinema Some stories don't just entertain, they shape dreams." Directed by Karan ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 16, 2025 03:59 PM

'Full-Circle Moment': Zeenat Aman on Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award 2025 Win | 🎥 LatestLY

Mumbai, October 16: Veteran actress Zeenat Aman, known for her iconic roles and timeless charm, opened up about being selective when it came to accepting the prestigious Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award. In her post on Instagram, the 'Satyam Shivam Sundaram' reflected on her remarkable journey in cinema, drawing a touching parallel between her first Filmfare Award in 1973 and her recent honour in 2025. Zeenat reminisced about being a young, wide-eyed newcomer when she won her first Filmfare ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 16, 2025 03:56 PM

'Full-Circle Moment': Zeenat Aman on Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award 2025 Win | 🎥 LatestLY

Mumbai, October 16: Veteran actress Zeenat Aman, known for her iconic roles and timeless charm, opened up about being selective when it came to accepting the prestigious Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award. In her post on Instagram, the 'Satyam Shivam Sundaram' reflected on her remarkable journey in cinema, drawing a touching parallel between her first Filmfare Award in 1973 and her recent honour in 2025. Zeenat reminisced about being a young, wide-eyed newcomer when she won her first Filmfare ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 16, 2025 03:33 PM

Raashii Khanna Brings Soft Glam To Telusu Kada Promotions In A Pink Floral Saree

Raashii Khanna turned heads in a pastel pink floral saree as she stepped out to promote her upcoming movie, Telusu Kada. She paired the saree with a strapless corset-style blouse. Raashii Khanna's sartorial choices have always been a talking point, and her recent look for the Telusu Kada movie promotion was no exception. The actress looked ethereal in a pastel pink saree that showcased her flawless style and grace. As the lead actress of this upcoming Telugu romantic comedy, Raashii's promotion ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 16, 2025 02:59 PM

Veteran Actress And Dancer Madhumati Dies At 87

IMDB and X/Vindu Dara Singh New Delhi: Veteran actress and dancer Madhumati, who made an immense contribution to the world of cinema, has died at the age of 87. She was known as an incredible artist and was often compared to legendary performers of her time such as Helen. Madhumanti is known for films such as Ankhen, Tower House, Shikari, Mujhe Jeene Do. Actor Vindu Dara Singh took to X to share his condolences, writing, "Rest in peace, our teacher and guide #Madhumati ji. A beautiful life l ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 16, 2025 10:00 AM

Salman Khan Walks The Ramp After Ages In A Classic Black Embroidered Sherwani. Watch Video

One of Salman Khan's memorable ramp walks took place in 2018. Photo: Instagram It is not often that we see Salman Khan walk the ramp. But when he does, it surely turns into a showstopper moment. What On Monday, October 14, the Sikandar actor dished out absolute festive vibes at fashion designer Vikram Phadnis' 35th anniversary gala. The glittery night of sartorial presentations celebrated the theme of Vintage India, with 100 models showcasing the designer's breathtaking creations. The spotlig ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 16, 2025 08:59 AM

Deepika Padukone Becomes New English Voice Of Meta AI In Six Countries

Deepika Padukone becomes the new English voice of Meta AI, available across six countries including India, the US, UK, and Australia. Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone has joined hands with Meta as the new English voice of Meta AI, expanding her global footprint beyond cinema. The actress announced the news through a post on her official Instagram handle, sharing her excitement about lending her voice to the next generation of AI technology. She wrote, "Okay, so this is pretty cool I think! ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 14, 2025 06:09 PM

Hansal Mehta, Lijo Jose Pellissery And AR Rahman Team Up For New Romance Drama

Hansal Mehta, Lijo Jose Pellissery and A.R. Rahman join forces for a new romance drama, promising a lyrical cinematic journey with casting underway. A new romance drama is in the works, bringing together filmmaker Lijo Jose Pellissery, producer Hansal Mehta, and music composer A.R. Rahman. True Story Films and Amen Movie Monastery announced the project, which is written by Karan Vyas and Pellissery. promises to explore love, longing, and human relationships. The film is described as a lyrical e ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 14, 2025 04:31 PM

30th European Union Film Festival Opens in India October 31

"This year's selection at EUFF 2025 is both bold and deeply moving" - Artur Zaborski, Festival Curator According to a press note shared by EUFF, the Delhi leg of the festival will present 28 acclaimed films from all EU Member States and Ukraine, before travelling to Bengaluru and Hyderabad. Through this vibrant showcase of European films, EUFF continues to foster Indo-European cultural collaboration, offering audiences a Window to Europe, its people, culture and society. Audiences in New Delh ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 09, 2025 04:29 PM

Mohanlal Says He Is Proud To Serve Territorial Army, Pays Tribute To Soldiers

Mohanlal shared a heartfelt message honouring the Indian Territorial Army's 77 years of service, saying he's proud to serve alongside brave men and women. Malayalam superstar Mohanlal has paid a heartfelt tribute to the Indian Territorial Army (TA) on its 77th anniversary, commending its legacy of "selfless service, resilience, and unwavering commitment." Taking to social media, the actor expressed pride in being part of the 122 INF BN (TA) Madras, Kozhikode, while honouring every soldier who c ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 09, 2025 04:29 PM

Lokah OTT release update: When and where to watch Kalyani Priyadarshan and Dulquer Salmaan starrer

Lokah: Chapter 1 - Chandra will debut later this month, most likely before Diwali, though the official OTT release date has not yet been confirmed. Kalyani Priyadarshan's most recent book, Lokah: Chapter 1-Chandra, marks a significant turning point in her career. The superhero drama, which was produced by Dulquer Salmaan and directed by Dominic Arun under the Wayfarer Films banner, has changed the course of Malayalam box office history. The film has officially become the highest-grossing Malaya ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 09, 2025 04:29 PM

Bollywood studio to return production to the UK, Starmer announces

Three Bollywood films will be made in the UK from next year, the Prime Minister has revealed during his trade mission to India. Sir Keir Starmer made the announcement as he visited Yash Raj Films (YRF), a film studio in Mumbai, alongside a delegation from the British film industry. The studio, India's leading film production and distribution company, will bring three major productions to locations across the United Kingdom from early 2026. The announcement marks the end of an eight-year hiatu ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 09, 2025 01:10 AM

Raghav Juyal to begin shooting for The Paradise, shares excitement for the March 2026 release

Bollywood actor Raghav Juyal is now the latest addition of the highly anticipated pan-India film The Paradise starring Natural Star Nani in the lead role. The actor was at the script reading session of the film and will begin shooting for the film soon. This news was confirmed by the actor himself through a social media post, where he shared his excitement regarding joining the new project. In the caption he wrote, "#TheParadise begins...Had a blast at the script reading session with my deares ...Read More >

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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 03, 2025 10:00 PM

Mammootty set to return for Patriot shoot in October after 8-month break amid health scare

Malayalam star Mammootty has recently taken a hiatus from shooting following an unspecified health issue for which he received treatment. Fans have been waiting for the actor to resume his next project, and the latest reports have an update. Director Mahesh Narayanan has recently revealed that Mammootty will soon return to the set of his upcoming film, Patriot. In a recent interview with OnManorama, filmmaker Mahesh Narayanan spoke about the actor returning to the set. The filmmaker revealed t ...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 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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