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Photos: Arbaaz Khan and Sshura Khan snapped in Bandra

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Neeti Mohan to Perform at Paris Olympics 2024; says, “It’s an absolute honor to represent India at such a prestigious event”

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The highly anticipated Paris Olympic Games 2024 are generating a lot of interest on social media, with people all around the world talking about it. While Indian sportsmen prepare to make their country proud with their accomplishments, artists are equally prepared to entertain them. Among some of the biggest Indian artists, playback singer Neeti Mohan is also ready to entertain the fans and to boost the morale of Indian athletes with her melodious voice at the India House i.e. the official hub for the Indian Olympic team. Neeti Mohan has created a tremendous name for herself in the Indian music industry with famous songs like Galat Baat Hai and Kashmir. Main Tu Kanyakumari, Sapna Jahan, Nainowale Ne, Kheech Meri Photo, Tune Maari Entriyaan, Manwa Laage, Meri Jaan, and more. Known for her powerful vocals and agility, Neeti has thrilled millions of music fans and inspired many of them. Neeti expressed her enthusiasm at playing at the India House and said, “It’s an absolute honor to r

Amjad Khan’s dhobi was the inspiration behind his famous dialogue “Arre O Sambha” from Sholay

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July 27 marked the 32 nd death anniversary of Amjad Khan, one of the most iconic actors from India cinema. Although he was known for his villainous roles, he also excelled while playing different roles. But he is known the most for his legendary act as the dacoit Gabbar Singh in Ramesh Sippy’s classic Sholay (1975). Khan’s role as Gabbar Singh is not only still remembered but it also sends a chill down your spine. A major highlight about his performance in Sholay was that he made some of the mundane lines memorable. For example, “Kitne aadmi the?”, “Arre O Sambha”, “Holi kab hai, kab hai Holi?”, etc. It would come as a complete surprise to many that out of these dialogues, Khan’s inspiration behind the line “Arre O Sambha” was his dhobi (laundry guy). This interesting trivia is disclosed by journalist turned author Roshmila Bhattacharya in her book ‘Bad Men: Bollywood’s Iconic Villains’. The book has numerous chapters based on some of the most iconic onscreen bad men from Hindi c

20 years of Mujhse Shaadi Karogi EXCLUSIVE: “Duggal sahab was inspired from a real person,” reveals writer Rumy Jafry

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David Dhawan’s Mujhse Shaadi Karogi turned out to be yet another success for him in the comedy genre. The film completes 20 years today (July 30). Starring Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar and Priyanka Chopra, the movie is still being enjoyed by the audience. It told the story of Sameer (Salman) who has had anger issues since childhood. After growing up, he relocates to Goa where he falls in love with Rani (Priyanka). However, luck keeps ditching him and on top of that, he has to deal with his new flat mate, the naughty Sunny (Akshay). Duggal Sahab inspired from THIS real person Mujhse Shaadi Karogi is known for the performance and start power of Salman, Akshay and Priyanka. However, the late Kader Khan in the role of Duggal sahab also gained equal importance for his strange illness. In fact, one can find numerous memes and posts on Duggal sahab on social media today. For the unversed, the character suffered through a rare condition in which becomes blind one day, deaf the other day and

Photos: Khushi Kapoor and Vedang Raina walk the ramp for Gaurav Gupta at India Couture Week 2024

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Rajeev Khandelwal speaks out against restriction on Pakistani actors; says, “It is all politics”

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Rajeev Khandelwal is known for playing a variety of characters in films, television, and online series. The actor, who recently participated in the Emraan Hashmi-starring film Showtime , replied to the restriction on Pakistani artists. In an interview with Bollywood Bubble, Rajeev stated that politicians advocating a ban on Pakistani actors is wrong. Rajeev, remarking about the restriction on Pakistani artists, stated, “No, it is all politics. This is very wrong. Who are these politicians to ban artists? Our politics dictates a certain narrative. Where there is love blossoming between two nations, you don’t even allow that for whatever reasons. So, I don’t understand this. I also feel that it’s wrong on my part to comment on this as I don’t understand it. We often speak about harmony and peace. So, where there is genuine peace and harmony, there too political parties give it a Hindu-Muslim angle. That is not right. It’s not that the Pakistani government is sending the artists as agen

Nick Jonas talks about being India’s ‘National Jiju’: “I’m India’s older brother”

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Nick Jonas recently responded to being dubbed ‘National Jiju’ in India. The singer-actor explained the significance and meaning of the phrase to his Indian followers. Nick Jonas shares a special bond with both his Indian fans and the paparazzi. The singer-actor recently reacted to being dubbed ‘National Jiju’ because of his marriage to Priyanka Chopra. In an interview with Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show, Nick explained why the ‘Jiju’ tag was given to him. The American singer-songwriter told Jimmy, “As you know, I am married to Priyanka. When we got married, this hashtag began. I was ‘National Jiju.’ Jiju means “elder sister’s husband,” thus I’m India’s older brother. The show host also played a footage from the Jonas Brothers’ concert in India, during which Joe and Kevin Jonas introduced him as “Jiju.” On December 1, 2018, Priyanka and Nick married in the beautiful Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. On January 15, 2022, the couple welcomed their daughter Malti Marie, born

Ranbir Kapoor calls wife Alia Bhatt “marketing genius”, shares his thoughts on launching lifestyle brand: “I do have an idea and a vision, but I’m still trying to do the groundwork”

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In the latest episode of People by WTF, Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor engaged in an insightful conversation with host Nikhil Kamath. Ranbir delved into his personal and professional life, discussing his milestones, challenges, and the surprising similarities between him and Kamath. One significant topic was his long-standing aspiration to launch a brand. Ranbir Kapoor’s Vision for His Brand Ranbir Kapoor shared his enthusiasm for launching a lifestyle brand, a dream he has nurtured for a decade. “I’ve been a sneakerhead since I was a kid. I am very passionate about it. But I am very scared because I don’t know India as well. I don’t know the market,” Kapoor admitted. He expressed his curiosity about the lack of Indian equivalents to global brands like Zara and H&M, despite the vast consumer market. His envisioned brand would focus on essentials, redefining staples like white T-shirts, jeans, white shirts, and, naturally, sneakers. The Rockstar actor spoke about his desire to c

Photos: Celebs grace the special screening of The UP Files

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Mahesh Bhatt calls himself “outdated, and has-been”, rules out return to direction after Sadak 2

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Veteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt has officially declared the end of his directorial journey. He has decided to step away from the director’s chair, citing a change in his outlook and the evolving landscape of cinema. Mahesh Bhatt helmed over 50 films before hanging up his directorial hat in 1999 with the Sanjay Dutt starrer Kartoos . However, a brief return in 2020 with Sadak 2 starring his daughter Alia Bhatt marked a departure from his initial plan. Mahesh Bhatt On Being Mentor And Not Director In a recent interview, Mahesh Bhatt expressed his satisfaction with his current role as a mentor. He stated the joy of nurturing young filmmakers and providing them with the tools to realise their creative visions. “This is a new age, a new vibrant dawn,” he told Indian Express, adding that he feels more fulfilled in his current position. He said, “Nothing can be more gratifying than creating people. Vikram is a true protegee, who has provided me a space under the metaphorical Banayan tree

Goli says goodbye: Kush Shah quits Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah after 16 years

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Kush Shah, the beloved actor who portrayed the character of Goli in the popular sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (TMKOC), has announced his departure from the show. In a heartfelt video shared on the official TMKOC YouTube channel, Kush reflected on his journey and bid adieu to the audience and his on-screen family. A Heartfelt Farewell The video showcased a nostalgic look back at Kush’s time on the show, from his early days as a young actor to his growth as a beloved character. Expressing his gratitude, Kush shared, “When this show started, when you and I first met, I was very young. You have given me a lot of love since then. And this family has given me as much love as you have given me. I have made a lot of memories here. I have enjoyed a lot here.” He further extended his appreciation to the show’s creator, Asit Kumar Modi, for his unwavering support and belief in him. “I have spent my childhood here and most importantly I want to thank the creator of Taarak Mehta Ka Ool

Janhvi Kapoor opens up about wedding plans with Shikhar Pahariya; says, “No time for multiplication right now”

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The romance between Janhvi Kapoor and Shikhar Pahariya frequently draws notice from the public. Shikar and Janhvi don’t hesitate to show off their relationship, whether it’s by going to weddings together or wearing a necklace with his name on it. The actress was recently questioned about her upcoming wedding amid all of this. At Pinkvilla’s masterclass, Janhvi Kapoor declared, “I am very happy in my life right now. Neither I nor him has any time for multiplication right now.” When a fan of the actress said that Janhvi and Shikhar’s ship name or hashtag should be ‘Jassie’, the actress said, “Oh no, I don’t like this.” She added that the hashtag should be ‘Janhvar’. Janhvi made a hint in a recent conversation that she had only ever felt heartbroken once—when she and Shikhar had broken up earlier. Janhvi Kapoor also revealed her thoughts on what she took away from going through heartbreak in a love relationship in a recent interview with Hautterfly. She disclosed that she had only expe

Deepika Padukone declares July as National self-care month, shares skincare routine for glowing skin

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Deepika Padukone is using a number of Instagram postings to declare July to be National Self-Care Month. In her most recent Instagram post, the actor shared her skincare routine with her followers along with a ton of brand-new selfies. In her new post, Deepika began in the captioned, “It’s Self-Care Month! But why celebrate ‘Self-Care Month’ when you can practice simple acts of Self-Care every day? Now, when it comes to Skincare, of course eating right, sleeping well, adequate hydration and movement are the key pillars of maintaining healthy skin, but a Simple yet Consistent Skincare Routine is what has truly worked for me! It consists of 3 simple steps: Cleanse, Hydrate and Protect.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by दीपिका पादुकोण (@deepikapadukone) She continued, “Then, there is that one day in the week where I like to Indulge and do just a little bit more…A full body massage, a face mask, a hair mask.” After locating the l

Photos: Taapsee Pannu, Ammy Virk, Fardeen Khan and others snapped at ‘Hauli Hauli’ song launch from Khel Khel Mein

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Photos: Ananya Panday and Rasha Thadani snapped in Bandra

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Photos: Celebs grace the music launch of James Barla’s Rocky – The Slave on Red Ribbon

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Sonu Nigam struggles to hold back tears at Tishaa Kumar’s prayer meet; Kartik Aaryan, Bobby Deol, Anil Kapoor, Rakesh Roshan, and others pay their respects

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While her family members are still recouping from the shock of the demise of Tishaa Kumar, the T-Series’ co-owner and Tishaa’s father Krishna Kumar hosted a prayer meet on July 23. While it was attended by several renowned personalities from the film industry like Rakesh Roshan, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Fardeen Khan, and young actors such as Kartik Aaryan, many musicians and singers like Udit Narayan and Sonu Nigam, who have had a long-standing association with the music label also made their presence felt. Sonu Nigam breaks down at Tisha Kumar’s prayer meet The musician-singer, who has lent his voice for many of T-Series’ ventures and songs, was seen paying his last respects to Tishaa Kumar. As he proceeded towards offering his condolences to the latter’s father Krishna Kumar, he couldn’t control himself and lost his composure. The popular singer was breaking down on the lap of Krishna Kumar as he held back tears. An artist named Siddharth Mohan who was a part of the prayer meet sh

Janhvi Kapoor questions social media’s shock over her Ambedkar-Gandhi joke

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Janhvi Kapoor wants to know why a part of social media was so astonished when she made a joke about Ambedkar and Gandhi a few months ago. Janhvi was speaking with Mashable in a new interview ahead of the premiere of her film Ulajh when she revealed that her PR staff wanted to cut that part of the discussion. She was concerned that the attention would be diverted from the picture she was promoting at the time, Mr & Mrs Mahi. When the host reminded her of how the internet collectively gasped at her comment on Ambedkar and Gandhi, Janhvi responded, “Is it so hard to believe that a young female actress can have an opinion? I was so shocked. The irony, I remember, is that one of the reactions that, ‘Ye toh PR trained hein.’ Till a day before the interview came out… I had said in the conversation, and after that interview got over I looked at my PR team and I was like, ‘Kuch galat toh nahi bola maine?’ They said, ‘Woh shayad ek cheez pick up ho sakta he lekin hum dekhte he!’ She furt

Kiran Rao opens up about box office struggle of Laapataa Ladies; says, “I feel a sense of failure

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Kiran Rao returned to direct 14 years after her debut, Dhobi Ghat (2010). Her most recent directorial, Laapataa Ladies, was well-received by the public, but only after it was launched on Netflix India. Laapataa Ladies, When it was first released in theaters, it received few takes. In an interview with Faye D’Souza, Kiran acknowledged that she thinks Laapataa Ladies’ box office performance a failure. Kiran said, “In some ways, both these films Dhobi Ghat and Laapataa Ladies, haven’t done great at the box office. Dhobi Ghat , in fact, did some big business for its time. Ten-15 years later, Laapataa Ladies, didn’t do that much more than Dhobi Ghat . So, in some ways, I do feel that sense of failure. By box office metrics, we weren’t a success. In the conventional sense, we didn’t do hundreds of crores, or even ₹30, 40, 50 crore. She further stated, “Failure is the way to put it. I do feel responsible that the film didn’t do that well at the box office. I felt it a lot during Dhobi

Ranbir Kapoor BREAKS SILENCE on being called “Casanova”, opens up on dating “two very successful actresses”: “I was labelled a cheater for a very large part of my life. I still am”

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In an upcoming episode of entrepreneur Nikhil Kamath’s podcast, People by WTF, Ranbir Kapoor is set to offer a glimpse into his personal life. A trailer, released on Saturday, provides a sneak peek at the conversation, which will touch on his relationship with his late father, Rishi Kapoor, his wife Alia Bhatt, and their daughter, Raha. Ranbir Kapoor Addresses Being Called ‘Casanova’ The teaser hints at Ranbir addressing past perceptions surrounding his dating life. “I dated two very successful actresses, and that just became my identity, that he’s a Casanova,” he says in the clip, likely referring to his high-profile relationships with Deepika Padukone and Katrina Kaif. He further reveals, “I was labelled a cheater for a very large part of my life. I still am.” Ranbir Kapoor Opens Up On Public Scrutiny Over His Relationships  Both Deepika and Katrina have been Ranbir’s co-stars, adding another layer to their public relationships. Comments made by Deepika on Karan Johar’s Koffee w

Rhea Kapoor shares enchanting glimpses of Scottish vacation with Sonam Kapoor, Anand Ahuja and baby Vayu

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Rhea Kapoor and her husband, Karan Boolani, are enjoying a Scottish vacation with her sister, Sonam Kapoor, her husband Anand Ahuja, and her nephew Vayu. Rhea has given her fans an insight inside their vacation by posting postcard-worthy lovely photos from their trip. Rhea took to Instagram to share photos from her vacation in Scotland. In one of the photographs, she is relaxing by a lake, surrounded by lush foliage. Then there’s another image that shows us a glimpse inside her hotel room. There is also an image of her husband, Karan, swinging a golf club. She also uploaded a sweet photo of Sonam with her tiny munchkin, Vayu, on her lap. The image depicts Vayu playing with a spoon. In another photo, Vayu was seen standing in the centre of this beautiful garden.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Rhea Kapoor (@rheakapoor) Rhea also shared some of the delicious dishes they ate throughout their holiday. The final scene showed Ana

Good Partner Review: Jang Na Ra and Nam Ji Hyun tackle battles as fierce divorce attorneys in new courtroom K-drama

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Calling all fans of legal dramas with a twist! Good Partner pairs up two strong female leads: the experienced Cha Eun Kyung (Jang Na Ra) and the passionate rookie Han Yu Ri (Nam Ji Hyun). This isn’t your typical law firm drama. Here, the focus is on divorce law, offering a unique perspective on love, loss, and navigating the complexities of separation. What makes Good Partner intriguing? It’s the clash of personalities. Cha Eun Kyung is a seasoned lawyer who prioritizes results, while Han Yu Ri is a newcomer driven by a strong sense of justice. As they work together, can these contrasting styles lead to a powerful legal duo? This drama joins the growing trend of female-led stories in Korea, offering relatable and heartfelt narratives. With its strong cast and intriguing premise, Good Partner promises to be a must-watch for fans of legal dramas and strong women. Good Partner premiered on July 12. The drama follows Cha Eun Kyung (Jang Na Ra), a successful and celebrated divorce law

Sushmita Sen reveals she is single since two years; says, “I have no man in my life”

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Sushmita Sen has refuted reports that she is currently dating anyone. The actress is reported to be dating her ex-boyfriend Rohman Shawl. In the first episode of actress Rhea Chakraborty’s podcast, Sushmita disclosed that she had been single for two years. She revealed that, although she has fantastic pals, she is not presently dating anyone. As per report by HT she said, “I have no man in my life. I’ve been single for a while. It has been almost two years since I have been single, to be precise since 2021… I am not in a relationship. I have some incredibly wonderful people in my life who are my friends and they are all just waiting for a moment for me to call them and say, ‘Look, I’m pulling the car out, get in the backseat. We’re driving to Goa.” The former Miss Universe announced that she is taking a break from dating and enjoying it. She said, “I am not even interested in anyone at the moment. It is lovely to take a break because I was in a relationship for almost five years. An

Sophie Choudry charms Instagram with stunning Paris holiday photos

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Sophie Choudry is a versatile Indian actress, singer, and television presenter known for her dynamic presence in the entertainment industry. She made her marks in mark in Hindi cinema with roles in popular films such as Pyaar Ke Side Effects and Shaadi No. 1. She had also established herself as a talented singer, releasing several successful music albums and singles. Sophie recently surprised her followers by posting a series of lovely photos from her holiday on Instagram. The photograph captures Sophie radiating joy and elegance, with the iconic Eiffel Tower serving as a picturesque backdrop.  Some photos included some cup cakes. Another captures Sophie standing near the lake, dressed in a cosy shorts and top attire. Another especially sweet photograph shows Sophie in library with books, while another has some sunset view which is absolutely lovely.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by SOPHIE (@sophiechoudry) She posted the p

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant received lavish wedding gift, Luxury villa on Palm Jumeirah worth Rs 640 crore, private plane worth Rs 300 crore, luxury boat worth Rs. 180 crore……

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Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant were married in a lavish wedding ceremony on July 12, 2024. Fourteen thousand individuals from all around the world attended the three-day wedding celebration. After five months of celebrations, here’s a list of some lavish presents the couple received from their parents and well-known guests. Jackie Shroff gave the newlywed pair plants as a confirmed gift. Anant Ambani’s parents, Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani, also gave the newlyweds some lavish presents, including a luxury villa with a large 3,000-square-foot space on Palm Jumeirah. The luxury mansion, which has ten bedrooms and a private beach, is valued more than Rs. 640 crore. Aside from that, Anant received a Bentley Continental GTC Speed vehicle worth Rs 5.42 crore, while his wife, Radhika, received custom-made jewellery from Mukesh and Nita, including a Cartier brooch for Rs 21.7 crore and a pearl and diamond choker worth Rs. 108 lakh. Previously, it was reported that prominent internationa