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T-Series honours Neeraj Kalyan for 30 years of leadership; Bhushan Kumar calls him a pillar of strength

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T-Series marked a significant milestone on Friday as it celebrated 30 years of President & Executive Director Neeraj Kalyan’s association with the company, recognising the executive whose leadership has played a defining role in shaping the entertainment giant’s growth over the last three decades. Having joined the company during a period when the Indian music industry was on the cusp of transformation, Kalyan has been instrumental in steering T-Series through some of its biggest transitions. From the era of physical music formats to the rise of digital streaming, and from domestic success to establishing a formidable global footprint, his strategic vision has helped the company remain ahead of the curve in an ever-evolving entertainment landscape. Over the years, Kalyan has overseen key areas including music publishing, digital licensing, strategic partnerships and legal affairs, while also helping drive the company’s commercial expansion. His leadership has be...

Birthday special: Mrunal Thakur’s western style is anything but basic, and THESE 6 looks prove it!

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Mrunal Thakur is keeping herself far away from the basics of fashion, and it’s clearly working for the Dacoit star. One look at her western wardrobe, and you’d see how she’s adding flair to it with a plethora of colours, patterns, fabrics and aesthetics. As she celebrates her birthday today, here’s looking at the times she dramatised her western wardrobe. Blacked Out: Mrunal dons a fitting, straight black outfit with strapless shoulders, offering a silhouette that accentuates her curves. The actress keeps it richly sophisticated by pairing her ensemble with contrasting drop earrings, styling her hair in a slick bun and glamming up with striking deep kohled eyes that add character.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Mrunal Thakur (@mrunalthakur) Denim-ed Up: Thakur offers a new twist to denims by donning a checkered midi dress featuring floral embroidery. Keeping it neat and simply letting the outfit take centre stage,...

Harry Potter turns 46: Celebrate the Boy Who Lived with Hugh Laurie, James McAvoy, Keira Knightley and more in Audible’s star-studded series

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Harry Potter, one of the most beloved fictional characters in modern literature, turns 46 on July 31, giving fans around the world another reason to celebrate the enduring legacy of the Boy Who Lived. Nearly three decades after readers first boarded the Hogwarts Express alongside Harry, the wizarding world continues to captivate audiences across generations. While the eight-film franchise introduced millions to J.K. Rowling’s magical universe, many memorable moments from the original books never made it to the big screen. Now, Audible is offering fans a chance to rediscover the series through its immersive Harry Potter Full-Cast Audiobooks, featuring an ensemble of acclaimed actors. A Star-Studded Cast Brings Hogwarts to Life Audible’s adaptation boasts an impressive lineup of performers, including Hugh Laurie, James McAvoy, Kit Harington, Matthew Macfadyen, Keira Knightley, Riz Ahmed, Michelle Gomez, and several other renowned actors. Designed as a full-cast audio expe...

The Traitors Season 2 launch: Karan Johar refers to rival reality shows, leaves attendees amused: “Unlike other shows, winner won’t be a hack…when we get LOCKED UP with Prime Video, there will always be an ALLIANCE!”

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Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta and Prime Video’s Nikhil Madhok attended the launch of The Traitors Season 2 at a studio in Mumbai. The lavish and intriguingly themed event also saw the contestants of the new season being introduced for the first time – Rhea Chakraborty, Krystle D’Souza, Ranveer Brar, Mallika Sherawat, Shahneel Gill, Abhishek Malhan, Munawar Faruqui, Rida Tharana, Tanya Puri, Shalini Passi, Soundous Moufakir, Harman Singha, Ansh Chopra, Aditya Kulshreshtha aka Gullu, Karan Singh, Ikka, Parul Gulati, Shweta Tiwari, Prish, Sahil Salathia and Dalip Tahil. Karan Johar, who’s also the host of the show and the producer, was asked whether he would be more unforgiving and ruthless than last season. He said, “My reputation precedes me! I won’t be forgiving. I’ll definitely be more ruthless. But we will never forget to be entertaining. That is the modus operandi for any popular show. “I am so proud that our show, The Traitors, is in its second season. You know, when you get the gre...

Kirti Kulhari falls victim to cyber fraud, loses Rs 2.43 lakhs in unauthorized credit card transactions

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Actress Kirti Kulhari has reportedly become the latest celebrity to fall victim to cyber fraud after unauthorized transactions amounting to Rs 2,43,852 were allegedly made using her credit card. Following the incident, the actress approached Mumbai Police, leading to the registration of a case against unidentified persons. Authorities have now launched an investigation to trace those responsible. According to reports, the incident came to light while Kirti was at a multiplex near Fun Republic Mall in Andheri West, Mumbai. During her visit, she reportedly received an alert on her mobile phone informing her of a foreign transaction worth $2,525 on Aeromexico Airlines through her credit card. The unexpected notification immediately raised concerns, as the actress had not authorized any such payment. Realizing the transaction appeared suspicious, Kirti is said to have contacted her bank’s customer care helpline without delay. During the verification process, bank officials reported...

Salman Khan spotted on Alliance sets; sparks rumours of a special episode with Sohail Khan

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Salman Khan has added to the buzz surrounding Amazon Prime Video’s reality series Alliance after being spotted on the show’s sets. While there has been no official confirmation about the purpose of his visit, videos of the superstar arriving at the location have surfaced on social media, prompting speculation that he may be making a special appearance on the reality show. Alliance has emerged as one of the most talked-about reality series in recent weeks, thanks to its mix of celebrity contestants, unexpected twists, and emotional moments. Among its prominent participants is actor-filmmaker Sohail Khan, who had earlier admitted that stepping into the world of reality television was something he was initially hesitant about. The show recently witnessed one of its most emotional phases after Sohail’s former wife, Seema Sajdeh, entered Alliance as a wildcard contestant. Her entry attracted considerable attention, offering viewers a glimpse into the former couple’...

Ramayana trailer FINALLY out: Sunny Deol missing but Yash AMAZES as Ravana; Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi IMPRESS in the grand 3D spectacle

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In recent times, very few films have managed to generate as much excitement as Ramayana . The promotional campaign began nearly a year and a half before its release, in July 2025. Since then, the makers have organised events across the world, with several more expected to follow. Finally, the keenly awaited trailer was unveiled online on the morning of July 30. Bollywood Hungama got a sneak peek at the promo 10 days earlier at a multiplex in Mumbai, and it was evident that the experience was on another level when viewed on the big screen in 3D. The earlier promotional asset focused on Lord Rama, played by Ranbir Kapoor, while the trailer introduces several other characters. However, the character which dominates the proceedings is Ravana, played by Yash. The trailer opens with him, and the manner in which he has been presented is sure to amaze viewers. His ferocious avatar and action sequences particularly stand out. Several actors have portrayed Ravana in the past, but Yash’s inter...

Elli AvrRam launches ‘Ellness Life’ on her birthday, celebrates wellness and mindful living on social media

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Actress and artist Elli AvrRam has unveiled ‘Ellness Life’, a new platform that reflects her personal journey of growth, healing, curiosity and self-expression. Described as more than just a platform, Ellness Life is envisioned as a space that encourages authenticity over perfection while inspiring people to reconnect with themselves and the world around them. According to its vision, Ellness Life represents living with heart, mind, body and purpose, celebrating the beauty of becoming rather than striving for perfection. Through honest reflections, movement, dance, creativity, nature, mindfulness, wellness and conscious living, the initiative aims to encourage people to slow down, breathe and embrace everyday moments as opportunities for self-discovery. The platform also underlines that growth is not limited to major life milestones but can be found in everyday choices—choosing kindness, presence, movement, gratitude, authenticity, curiosity and care for oneself, others and the Eart...

Raja Chaudhary alleges Shweta Tiwari had affair with Kasautii Zindagii Kay co-star Cezanne Khan: “She lied about everything”

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Former actor Raja Chaudhary, the ex-husband of television actress Shweta Tiwari, has made a series of allegations regarding her personal life during a recent conversation with Siddharth Kanan. Speaking about the period when Tiwari was working on the popular television show Kasautii Zindagii Kay, Raja claimed that she was involved in a relationship with her co-star Cezanne Khan. During the interview, Raja alleged that his suspicions about the two actors’ relationship were based on incidents he claims to have witnessed at the time. “Not just Cezanne Khan. There are so many people. She had an affair with each and every person, I feel,” he said.  He went on to elaborate on his allegations, claiming that people close to them had also spoken to him about the matter. “What I saw at that time was totally proven… yaar (friend), she was working with him. She was staying in his house. Even a common friend of ours confessed that she used to come here with him. What else ca...

World Nature Conservation Day 2026: Tarun Mansukhani, Sadia Khateeb, Harshita Gaur and Lauren Gottlieb reflect on protecting nature through culture, community and conscious choices

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World Nature Conservation Day 2026 serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the planet’s natural resources and biodiversity for future generations. Marked every year on July 28, the day encourages individuals and communities to adopt sustainable practices while recognising that environmental conservation is a shared responsibility. Joining the conversation this year, filmmaker Tarun Mansukhani, actors Sadia Khateeb and Harshita Gaur, and actress-dancer Lauren Gottlieb shared their personal perspectives on why protecting nature matters and how conservation can become a part of everyday life. Filmmaker Tarun Mansukhani highlighted the inseparable bond between nature and storytelling, saying, “As someone who’s spent years working in cinema, I’ve come to realise that nature isn’t just scenery we place a story in front of, it actually shapes the stories we end up telling and the memories we carry as an audience. Some of our most iconic landscapes have be...

20 years of Omkara EXCLUSIVE: “Saif Ali Khan jumped at the opportunity to utter cuss words. He said, ‘I am never going to get a chance to do this again’,” shares Abhishek Chaubey; also reveals ONLY Vishal Bhardwaj was sure about Saif’s casting

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Vishal Bhardwaj is known for his Shakespeare trilogy in the form of Maqbool (2004), Omkara (2006) and Haider (2014), adapted from Macbeth, Othello and Hamlet. Out of these, Omkara completes 20 years today. The film starred Ajay Devgn, Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Vivek Oberoi who reprised the characters of Othello, Iago, Desdemona and Michael Cassio respectively from the original Shakespearean play. It is still remembered for its bold storytelling and trying something hugely different at that time with mainstream Hindi film stars. Omkara is also special for filmmaker Abhishek Chaubey as he was an associate director and co-writer on the project. In an exclusive and candid interview with Bollywood Hungama , he looked back at the enjoyable process of making Omkara . Personal milestone Chaubey calls Omkara a “milestone” for his career. “This was just the second film which I had written,” he said. “This was also the biggest film I had done in my life. It just fell into m...

Photos: Karan Kundrra and Tejasswi Prakash snapped in Bandra

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Rishab Shetty teams up with Spider-Man: Brand New Day in special collaboration; says, “My love for Spider-Man has only grown stronger”

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National Award-winning actor and filmmaker Rishab Shetty has joined hands with Marvel’s beloved superhero in a special collaboration ahead of the release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day . The unique association brings together one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated storytellers with one of the world’s most iconic superheroes, celebrating the enduring legacy of Spider-Man across generations. In a special promotional video, the Kantara actor-director is seen unexpectedly crossing paths with Spider-Man before sharing his long-standing admiration for the friendly neighbourhood superhero. Reflecting on his first experience of watching Spider-Man on the big screen, Rishab recalled how deeply he connected with Peter Parker’s journey. “I still remember watching Spider-Man for the first time in a single-screen theatre many years ago and instantly connecting with Peter Parker. He has always reminded me that it’s okay to stumble, make mistakes, and even experience heartbre...

Pankaj Tripathi starrer Ohh My Dog release postponed to August 7 due to Spider-Man: Brand New Day screen shortage

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Pankaj Tripathi’s upcoming family drama Ohh My Dog has reportedly suffered a last-minute release setback. The Amit Rai directorial, which was initially slated to arrive in theatres on July 31, has now been postponed by a week, with reports suggesting that the decision was taken to avoid a direct box office clash with Marvel Studios’ highly anticipated Spider-Man: Brand New Day . The film will now arrive on August 7. According to sources close to the development, the makers of Ohh My Dog have been facing a shortage of screens as exhibitors are expected to prioritize Spider-Man: Brand New Day , one of the most eagerly awaited films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Headlined by Tom Holland and Zendaya, the superhero entertainer is expected to command a massive theatrical rollout, making it challenging for smaller films to secure adequate showcasing. The postponement is believed to be a strategic move aimed at ensuring Ohh My Dog receives better screen availability and a ...

Dhamaal 4 vs Welcome to the Jungle Day 17 box office comparison: Dhamaal 4 earns over three times more, sells 1.82 lakh additional tickets

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The battle between the two ensemble comedy entertainers, Dhamaal 4 and Welcome to the Jungle , has produced an interesting box office comparison. While both films arrived with popular franchises, sprawling star casts and strong audience awareness, Dhamaal 4 has established a substantial lead over Welcome to the Jungle , particularly when their respective 17th-day performances are compared. On its third Sunday, July 26, 2026, Dhamaal 4 collected an impressive Rs. 5.82 crores at the box office. The film was screened across 5,492 shows and recorded an overall occupancy of 23.60%. It sold as many as 2,62,903 tickets during the day. In comparison, Welcome to the Jungle collected Rs. 1.85 crores on its 17th day, which fell on Sunday, July 12, 2026. It played across 2,266 shows, registered an occupancy of 20.80% and sold 81,069 tickets. Hence, Dhamaal 4 earned Rs. 3.97 crores more than Welcome to the Jungle on Day 17. In percentage terms, the fourth instalment of the Dhamaal franchi...