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MUMBAI-Actor Kartik Aaryan shared a heartwarming video capturing the emotional moment he and his family watched him being announced as a Best Actor winner at the 72nd National Film Awards. As his name was announced as the Best Actor winner for

MUMBAI-Actor Sanjay Mishra, who won the National Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in the streaming film 'Bhakshak', has described the honor as the pinnacle of appreciation for any film artist in the country. Reacting to his win at

NEW DELHI-Malayalam cinema legend Mammootty and Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan shared the National Film Award for Best Actor as the winners of the 72nd National Film Awards were announced on July 18 at the National Media Centre. Mammootty was honored for

MUMBAI- Producer Ashwin Varde has strongly refuted actor Paresh Rawal's recent claims about the making of 'OMG-2', describing them as "shocking, untrue and unsubstantiated" and alleging that Rawal wanted to keep actor Akshay Kumar out of the project despite the

MUMBAI – The first look of the upcoming thriller 'Haiwaan', starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, was unveiled on July 15, introducing audiences to the film's intense and enigmatic world. Directed by filmmaker Priyadarshan, the first look is steeped in

MUMBAI - Stating that censoring films is an insult to audiences, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma on July 15 called for a ban on film censorship. Varma wrote, "Censoring films actually is an insult to the audiences. In an era of smartphones,

MUMBAI- Anupam Kher has spoken over the controversy surrounding his remarks on the reported theft of donations linked to the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, saying he spoke with “complete honesty” and stands by his comments. “A few days ago, I went

MUMBAI - Javed Akhtar with his daughter-in-law Shibani Dandekar attended Wimbledon. Shabana Azmi took to her Instagram handle and posted images from the family’s outing at the tennis tournament 2026. For the caption, she simply wrote, “The #Akhtars at #Wimbledon finals.” The

MUMBAI-Veteran Bollywood stars Jeetendra and Shatrughan Sinha and filmmaker-actor Rakesh Roshan were all smiles as they reunited at a grand celebration marking actress Hema Malini's 60 years in Indian cinema. In videos from the venue, Jeetendra and Rakesh Roshan were seen

MUMBAI-Actor Bobby Deol, who played ruthless operative and trainer Fateh Singh Lakhawat in 'Alpha,' has described his digital transformation in the film as a “surreal” experience, saying that while cinema technology has evolved significantly, an actor’s performance and emotional connection

CHENNAI- Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu's 'Maa Inti Bangaram' has become the first female-led Telugu film to gross Rs 100 crore worldwide, its makers claimed on July 12. Tralala Moving Pictures, Samantha's production house, which produced the film, announced the box-office milestone on

MUMBAI- Bollywood actor Shilpa Shirodkar has revealed a hilarious family secret involving her superstar brother-in-law, Mahesh Babu, saying he secretly understood Marathi during the early years of his marriage to her sister, actor Namrata Shirodkar. Appearing on the latest episode of the

MUMBAI-Filmmaker Anurag Basu has voiced his support for director Honey Trehan after Trehan's film 'Satluj' was taken down from an OTT platform in India. Basu compared Trehan's situation to acclaimed Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi, who has faced years of state censorship,

MUMBAI- Arjun Kapoor shared an emotional message for his sister, social media influencer Anshula Kapoor, after she married her longtime boyfriend, Rohan Thakkar, in Mumbai on July 6. Arjun shared pictures from Anshula's wedding and penned a note as she began

MUMBAI - Aamir Khan married Gauri Spratt in an intimate registered ceremony at his Bandra residence on July 5, surrounded by close family and friends. Aamir and Gauri’s sons took on the role of ring bearers during the ceremony. Aamir’s 15-year-old

MUMBAI-Singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh has shared a thoughtful message on the importance of staying positive and finding happiness even in the face of negativity. During a recent Instagram Live session, the actor said true happiness comes from within rather than external validation.

MUMBAI-Aamir Khan confirmed he’s getting married to Gauri Spratt on July 5. The actor is keeping things quiet, planning a small ceremony at home with just his family and a few close friends. During a chat at a press screening for ‘Pritam

MUMBAI-Actress Soni Razdan paid an emotional tribute to her 97-year-old mother, Gertrude Hoelzer, recalling her extraordinary journey of escaping Nazi Germany as a six-year-old. She also shared a rare photograph featuring four generations of women from her family, including her

MUMBAI-Actress Tillotama Shome, who will soon be seen sharing screen space with Akshaye Khanna in the forthcoming courtroom drama 'Ikka', shared a funny anecdote about the time she failed to recognize the actor. Tillotama recalled that she was leaving after pack-up

MUMBAI - Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani has revealed how his upcoming show “Pritam and Pedro” will help change the perception that Arshad Warsi is limited to only comedy roles. He shared that the project is designed to showcase a different side of

MUMBAI - Kunal Kemmu has spoken about raising daughter, Inaaya Naumi with wife Soha Ali Khan by incorporating the beauty of their respective religions and culture. Saying that they have always trusted their instincts over societal expectations when it comes to parenting,

MUMBAI - The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) president Suresh Shyamlal Gupta slammed filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali over the death of a worker on the set of ‘Love and War.’ He alleged that the incident was a “murder” caused by

MUMBAI - Months after the firing at his Juhu home, filmmaker Rohit Shetty has reportedly received a threat from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, demanding Rs 20 crore as extortion money. The threat was allegedly made through an audio clip, in which

MUMBAI-Filmmaker Indrajit Lankesh has revisited one of the most memorable moments of his career, recalling how he launched Deepika Padukone in her acting debut with the Kannada film 'Aishwarya'. Speaking to IANS, Lankesh said he was looking for a new heroine

MUMBAI-Veteran actress Divya Dutta has said it is unfair to generalize Bollywood or regional cinema, stressing that the success of a film ultimately depends on the strength of its story and presentation. Speaking at the premiere of Punjabi comedy film 'Carry

MUMBAI-Actor Akshay Kumar believes that while today's actresses enter the film industry far better prepared than previous generations, they are often less willing to take risks, particularly when it comes to multi-starrer films. Akshay, who will next be seen in director

MUMBAI/CHENNAI — Actor R. Madhavan and Malayalam superstar Mammootty expressed gratitude to the Government of India, the film industry and their audiences after receiving prestigious Padma honors from President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Madhavan, who recently starred in 'Dhurandhar: The

MUMBAI- Popular Tollywood star Vijay Deverakonda opened up about how theatre helped him discover his passion for acting. Looking back on those early days that helped shape his journey as an actor, the actor shared, “I think it's as much about

MUMBAI-As the iconic film 'Lagaan' marks 25 years, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has recalled helping director Ashutosh Gowariker capture the authentic sound of a cricket crowd for the movie. Speaking about his connection with the film, Tendulkar revealed that Gowariker had

MUMBAI-Indian Punjabi actor, singer and producer Gippy Grewal has opened up about the struggles he faced before finding success, revealing that his first job in Canada was as a security guard. Grewal is currently awaiting the release of his upcoming

NEW DELHI/MUMBAI — The controversy surrounding the upcoming film 'Kala Hiran' escalated June 19 after the Delhi High Court deferred hearing Salman Khan's plea to halt its release, while producer Amit Jani reported receiving fresh death threats. A vacation bench of

India-West News Desk MUMBAI-Actor Tusshar Kapoor has praised director Ahmed Khan’s commitment to his vision in the upcoming comedy film ‘Welcome To The Jungle’, saying the filmmaker did not compromise on the film’s execution despite its large ensemble cast. Speaking about the

MUMBAI-The makers of 'Batwara 1947' on June 17 unveiled the character posters of the film's principal cast, offering a first look at actors Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, Shabana Azmi, Karan Deol, Ali Fazal and Abhimanyu Singh in the upcoming Partition-era

MUMBAI-Writer and filmmaker Tahira Kashyap has shared a heartfelt reflection on the evolving relationship between parents and children, describing how she now finds herself encouraging and guiding her parents much as they once guided her. Taking to Instagram, Tahira, who is

MUMBAI – Filmmaker Karan Johar on June 16 announced that Dharma Productions is entering Malayalam cinema with the upcoming film 'Odiyan', starring actor Prithviraj Sukumaran and actress Manju Warrier. Subtitled 'Odiyan: The Age of Illusion', the film is rooted in the

MUMBAI- Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan once revealed that he has not watched several of his own films, including some of his most celebrated works. During an appearance on filmmaker Sajid Khan's television show 'Yaaron Ki Baraat', actor Riteish Deshmukh asked

MUMBAI — Bollywood actor Salman Khan has approached the Delhi High Court seeking to stop the release of the film 'Kaala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy'. Khan has filed a petition seeking permanent and interim injunctions against filmmaker Amit Jani, Jani

MUMBAI -Veteran actor Shabana Azmi is set to explore a new dimension in her acclaimed career with 'Awarapan 2', where she will portray an antagonist for the first time. Producer Vishesh Bhatt announced the development on social media, sharing a photograph

MUMBAI- Veteran actress Hema Malini has expressed her gratitude for the recognition extended to her by the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) as she celebrates a milestone of 60 years in the film industry. To mark this journey, the

CHENNAI - Bharathiraja, one of Tamil cinema's most influential filmmakers and a pioneer who transformed the portrayal of rural life on screen, died in Chennai on June 10 after battling health issues. He was 84. A Padma Shri awardee and recipient

MUMBAI – Actress Rakul Preet Singh has shared glimpses of a food-filled outing in New York with her husband, film producer and actor Jackky Bhagnani. The couple explored several popular eateries in the city, sampling a variety of cuisines during their

MUMBAI- Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit has spoken out against the double standards women face in matters of love and relationships, saying society continues to judge women differently than men because of deeply rooted patriarchal attitudes. While discussing her latest film, 'Maa

MUMBAI-Actor and dancer Jaaved Jaaferi has distanced himself from the controversy surrounding actor Ranveer Singh's reported exit from the upcoming film 'Don 3', saying the matter does not concern him and is likely to be resolved. Jaaved said he prefers to

MUMBAI — Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai has shared his perspective on the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, saying that while AI can perform many mental tasks, the future will belong to those who remain connected to human creativity, emotion, and

MUMBAI- The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has withdrawn its non-cooperation directive against actor Ranveer Singh after discussions with major industry bodies, including the Indian Motion Picture Producers' Association (IMPAA), the Cine and TV Artistes' Association (CINTAA), and the

MUMBAI-Bollywood actor Aamir Khan is reportedly set to marry partner Gauri Spratt, with the couple's wedding said to be scheduled for July 5. According to a source close to Aamir, the couple plans to formalize their relationship through a simple registered

MUMBAI- Days after the makers unveiled the first-look poster of ‘Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy,’ a film based on the blackbuck poaching case involving Salman Khan, the Bollywood superstar’s legal team has sent a notice seeking to halt its

MUMBAI - Acclaimed filmmaker Shekhar Kapur and Academy Award-winning composer A.R. Rahman have announced their collaboration on 'Masoom: The New Generation', a contemporary reimagining inspired by Kapur's 1983 classic 'Masoom'. The project will also feature Kaveri Kapur, Shekhar Kapur's daughter, as

MUMBAI - The poster of the upcoming film 'Kala Hiran', based on the black buck poaching case involving Bollywood actor Salman Khan, was unveiled on May 29. The courtroom drama-crime thriller is based on the 1998 black buck hunting case and has

MUMBAI- Filmmaker Karan Johar has clarified that his recent decision to unfollow several celebrities and industry colleagues on Instagram was part of a personal "digital detox." The move drew attention after Johar unfollowed a number of prominent Bollywood figures, including actors