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Raghubir Yadav and Anshuman Jhas upcoming father-son drama comedy has undergone a title change. Originally titled Hari-Om, the film will now be released as Om Ka Hari. The change comes after the makers, First Ray Films, were unable to secure the rights to the original title from Tips. According to the makers, the title Hari-Om had been used for a film over two decades ago, with the rights currently held by Tips. Since the company did not agree to part with the title, the team decided to retain t

Emraan Hashmi recently shared an emotional note on Instagram about Awarapan 2, describing the film as his best film yet and acknowledging director Vishesh Bhatts vision and conviction behind the project. Reflecting on his experience of working on the sequel, Emraan wrote, There are films you work on, and then there are films you are genuinely proud to be a part of. Awarapan 2 belongs to the latter. The actor described Awarapan 2 as an emotionally charged action musical mounted on a grand visual

The trailer of Daayra has received reactions from several Bollywood celebrities, with actors and filmmakers taking to social media to share their thoughts on Meghna Gulzars upcoming crime thriller. The film, which stars Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead roles, has generated interest following the launch of its trailer. Alia Bhatt, who previously collaborated with Meghna Gulzar on Raazi, shared the trailer on social media and wrote, THIS cast + my favourite director say no

Swara Bhasker has revisited the controversy surrounding her 2018 open letter to filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali after watching Padmaavat. Years after the films release, Swara explained that the debate around her letter largely focused on one particular line, while the broader concerns she raised about women, sexual violence and the portrayal of jauhar received less attention. Speaking at an event hosted by the India International Centre (IIC) in Delhi, Swara recalled her reaction to the films cl

The 31st Busan International Film Festival has unveiled the trailer of Selvi, the upcoming Tamil-language drama produced by and starring National Film Award-winning actor Anjali Patil. Directed by debut filmmaker Sailesh Rathnakumar, the film has been selected for the prestigious Vision Asia section of the festival and is set to have its world premiere at Busan in October. Selvi is one of only two Indian films selected for the Vision Asia section, which features a curated lineup of 11 titles f

Kareena Kapoor Khan recently attended the trailer launch of Daayra along with director Meghna Gulzar and the team of the upcoming film. During the event, the actress was asked about the ongoing controversy surrounding the Giva jewellery commercial featuring Kriti Sanon. However, Kareena appeared hesitant to address the issue and did not share her views on the matter. The controversy erupted after Kriti Sanon featured in a Raksha Bandhan special advertisement for jewellery brand Giva, wearing an

Saif Ali Khan is set to showcase a vibrant side of his character in Haiwaan. The makers of the upcoming action thriller have unveiled striking new frames from the song Rangiyara, featuring Saif in a lively setting as he interacts with people during a ferry ride. In the newly released pictures, Saif Ali Khan can be seen playing a guitar while travelling on a local ferry. The actor is also seen singing and dancing along with the people around him, bringing a burst of music and colour to the sequen

Former Bigg Boss contestant Mandana Karimi has opened up about an alleged cyberbullying and stalking ordeal that she claims has continued for more than six years. The actress spoke about the issue on social media on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, and alleged that the person behind the harassment has also targeted people from her professional circle. Mandana claimed that the alleged stalker contacted her producers and co-stars with defamatory messages and even asked them for money. She shared screen

Aditya Datt has spent two decades moving between romance, thrillers, action and biographical drama, but the genres have changed more than the filmmaker's instincts. From Aashiq Banaya Aapneand Table No. 21 to Commando 3 and Bad Cop, Datt's works have repeatedly been built around characters pushed into difficult situations, action that serves the story and emotion that gives the spectacle its stakes. With Gunmaaster G9, he returns to Emraan Hashmi and, intriguingly, to Himesh Reshammiya, almost 2

Farah Khan recently visited celebrity chef Vikas Khannas popular New York restaurant, Bungalow, turning the occasion into a warm and personal gathering. Vikas Khanna shared a series of photographs and moments from Farahs visit on Instagram, along with a heartfelt note describing his bond with her. The pictures show Farah spending time with Vikas and people associated with Bungalow. In one photograph, the duo can be seen posing together against the New York skyline, while other pictures capture c

Yash Raj Films (YRF) has promoted Hemant Kundnani to Head of Marketing from his current position as Senior General Manager - Communications. In his new role, he will report to Akshaye Widhani, Chief Executive Officer of Yash Raj Films. Kundnani will take on a wider mandate, overseeing the studios marketing strategy across its film and entertainment businesses. The move comes as YRF continues to expand and develop its operations across India and international markets. With more than 15 years of e

Kubbra Sait has shared a light-hearted video on Instagram after making an unusual discovery about her forehead. The actress appeared amused when a small metallic object seemed to stick to the centre of her forehead, prompting her to test it further. In the video, Kubbra places the object on her forehead and watches as it remains in place. Surprised by what she sees, she continues experimenting with it while recording her reactions. Sharing the reel on Instagram, Kubbra added her own humorous tak

The makers of the Arshad Warsi and Sanjeeda Shaikh-starrer, which was earlier promoted under the name Jeevan Bheema Yojana, have finally unveiled the films official title as Jeevan Ya Bheema Con?. The title reveal comes during the films release week, following a promotional strategy that kept audiences guessing about the movies actual name. As part of what the makers describe as a first-of-its-kind marketing approach, the phrase Jeevan Bheema Yojana was used extensively throughout the promotiona

Bhumi Pednekar has spoken out following the alleged rape of a 16-year-old girl inside a moving sleeper bus in the Delhi-NCR region. The incident has raised fresh concerns about the safety of women and minors while travelling on private buses. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has also taken cognisance of the case. Bhumi addressed the incident through her Instagram Stories on Monday. Questioning how such cases continue to occur despite repeated discussions about womens safety, she wrote

Akshay Oberoi has opened up about his experience working around the sets of King, his bond with filmmaker Siddharth Anand, and how years of struggle have shaped his career. The actor, who recently appeared as gangster Tony in Geetu Mohandas Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, described the film as one of the biggest projects of his career while reflecting on his journey in the industry. Speaking to Hindustan Times, Akshay said that his recent projects have made him appreciate how far he has come.

Gurdeep Mehndi is slowly and steadily making his mark as a singer and composer, carving an identity of his own beyond that of his father, Daler Mehndi, and uncle, Mika Singh. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Gurdeep spoke about his latest single as a singer, Chan Mahi. He also features in the music video alongside Aditi Sharma, and its unique, cinematic visuals have been widely appreciated. What kind of reactions have you received for Chan Mahi? The ones who are close to me and

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan celebrated Raksha Bandhan with her family this year, and an unseen picture from the festivities has now surfaced online. The photo was shared by her sister-in-law Shrima Rai and offers a glimpse into the private family celebrations. In the picture, Aishwarya is seen posing with her brother Aditya Rai, sister-in-law Shrima and their children. Aishwarya's mother, Vrinda Rai, is also part of the family photograph. Her daughter Aaradhya Bachchan can be seen alongside her grand

Indian pop titan and streaming powerhouse Darshan Raval is plotting a massive return to the road. Produced and promoted by leading live events promoter Team Innovation in association with Warner Music India, the singer-songwriter has announced a five-city tour The Love Letters India Tour, marking his first extensive live trek following a three-year hiatus. Riding high on the success of his latest monsoon anthem Barsaat Lagdi Ae, Raval will bring his high-production, fan-first show to major arena

Zee TVs Tu Hi Re Dil Mein is set for another major twist with the entry of actor Anuraj Chahal. The actor has joined the show as Sanjog, a character who shares a close friendship with Sanjay, played by Abrar Qazi. According to Chahal, his entry will bring new developments to the ongoing storyline involving Sanjay, Vrinda and Swati. The show recently moved into a new phase following Vrinda, played by Priyanshi Yadav, and Sanjays marriage. At the same time, Vrinda and Swati, portrayed by Simran Ra

Indian rock band Euphoria has released its ninth studio album, 'Dhoomsday.' The multilingual album brings together a range of artists from different musical backgrounds, including Shalmali, Akriti Kakar, Dhanji, Abhay Jodhpurkar, Jyotsna Radhakrishnan and Kinshuk Sen. The album also features the voice of late singer KK on its closing track. The album comprises eight tracks, beginning with 'Dhoomsday - The Prologue.' It moves across different musical styles and languages through collaborations wi

Mirzapur: The Movie is heading to theatres on September 4, and Ravi Kishan has added to the anticipation with a fresh update from Gorakhpur. The actor shared that the film is receiving a positive response while teasing fans with what he called a garma-garam report ahead of its worldwide theatrical release. Sharing the update, Ravi Kishan said, I am coming directly from Gorakhpur with a garma-garam report. There is a great response to the film, and people can't wait for 4th September! His comment

Ali Fazal, Pankaj Tripathi, Divyenndu, Jitendra Kumar, Shweta Tripathi, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Harshita Gaur, Rasika Dugal, Sonal Chauhan, Romy, Rashmeet Kaur, Dhanda Nyoliwala, Anand Bhaskar, Ginny Diwan, Junaid Kumar, John Stewart Enduri, director Gurmmeet Singh and writer Puneet Krishna attended the music launch of Mirzapur The Movie in Mumbai. During the trailer launch, the media was told that Ravi Kishan would attend. However, he was nowhere to be found. This time, the invite message didnt ment

Devgn CineX is set to expand its presence in South India with the addition of 18 screens across Bengaluru and Hyderabad by the end of 2026. The cinema exhibition brand will open an 11-screen megaplex in Bengaluru and a seven-screen property in Hyderabad as part of its next phase of expansion. The two upcoming properties will take Devgn CineX further into two of South Indias prominent entertainment markets. The Bengaluru venue will be among the brands larger properties, while the Hyderabad launch

Kareena Kapoor Khan, Prithviraj Sukumaran, director Meghna Gulzar, producers Vineet Jain and Dr Jayantilal Gada and Junglee Pictures CEO Amrita Pandey attended the trailer launch of Daayra at a multiplex in Mumbai. The film deals with violence by a minor against another minor. Kareena was asked about what she feels about it, especially as a mother to sons, Taimur and Jeh. Kareena Kapoor Khan said, Its the responsibility of the boy and man as well. I am a mother of two sons and, of course, I am t

Amyra Dastur, known for her appearances in films like Mr. X, Kaalakaandi and Made in China, is gearing up for Netflixs upcoming multi-generational comedy series Chumbak. Created and directed by Aatish Kapadia and produced by JD Majethia, the show features a large ensemble cast comprising several familiar names from Indian television and entertainment. With the trailer now released, audiences have been introduced to the shows world of family, friendships, neighbourhood relationships and the every

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has praised Dhurandhar The Revenge for its realistic portrayal of characters while appearing to take an indirect dig at films that focus heavily on hero elevation, style and spectacle. Although Varma did not name any film in his lengthy post on X, his comments come amid ongoing comparisons between Ranveer Singhs Dhurandhar The Revenge and Yashs Toxic: A Fairy Tale For Grown Ups. The comparison between the two films began after both were initially scheduled to release on

Actress Sonali Kulkarni once took on an unusual role in Ali Abbas Zafars Bharat, where she played Salman Khans mother despite being nine years younger than the superstar. Sonali, who is 51, portrayed the older character opposite Salman, who is now 60. In a recent interaction with SCREEN, the actress opened up about how she came to accept the challenging part. Sonali revealed that she initially questioned whether she was the right choice for the role. During the casting process, she felt she cant

Abhishek Banerjee has spoken about how his work in Stolen influenced the way filmmakers approached him professionally. Following the success of Stree 2, the actor took on the lead role in the survival thriller, which presented him in a different genre and required him to carry much of the films emotional and narrative arc. Reflecting on the shift in his career after Stree 2, Abhishek said, Stree 2 jaisi commercial film ke baad, meri agli film thi Stolen. It was a completely different space and a

Zee TVs Ganga Mai Ki Betiyan, starring Amandeep Sidhu as Sneha and Sheizaan Khan as Siddhu, is set to enter an emotionally intense phase. The show, which recently focused on the developing relationship between Siddhu and Sneha, is now gearing up for a dramatic turn involving Madhu, played by Priya Bhardwaj. In the recently released promo, Madhu meets with a major accident, following which Durgawati, portrayed by Indira Krishnan, holds Sneha responsible for her condition. Durgawati subsequently a

Orry has given fans a glimpse into his 45-day stint on Khatron Ke Khiladi by sharing pictures of the room he stayed in during the shoot. Taking to Instagram, Orry reflected on the space that became an unexpected part of his daily life, documenting the routines, long days, exhaustion and moments that unfolded behind the scenes. Describing just how much the room became a part of his life, Orry revealed that it was his bedroom, dressing room, dining room, office, gym, coffee shop and even his break

Excel Entertainment co-founder and producer Ritesh Sidhwani has opened up about the challenges of bringing Mirzapur from streaming to the big screen with Mirzapur: The Movie. The upcoming film marks the theatrical transition of the popular franchise and is set to bring its established characters and world to cinemas on September 4, 2026. With the series having already completed three seasons, one of the key challenges for the makers was creating a feature film that could offer something new to e

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has finally reacted to Salman Khans viral Sonam, its done bro remark, which became a talking point on social media after the actor appealed to him to call off his hunger strike. Wangchuk addressed the comment during his appearance on Prakhar Guptas podcast, where he was also shown a T-shirt featuring Salmans picture along with the now-famous line. During the conversation, Wangchuk was asked whether he was aware of Salman Khans comment. As the T-shirt was handed to him, th

Manisha Koirala has spoken about the ongoing aftermath of the devastating floods in Nepal and urged neighbouring countries and the international community to extend support to the country during the crisis. The actress was speaking at an event titled In Solidarity With Nepal, organised in association with Sadhgurus Isha Foundation. Addressing the situation faced by the country, Manisha said that Nepal would have to gather its strength and move forward despite the challenges. She stated, All I kn

Fashion often draws from existing trends, silhouettes and cultural references, but recreating a designer creation almost exactly can quickly become a subject of debate. That is what happened after Urvashi Rautelas appearance at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival drew comparisons with Gigi Hadids much-discussed 2023 Abu Jani-Sandeep Khosla ensemble. Now, designer Sandeep Khosla has shared his candid reaction to the controversy. Speaking to NDTV on August 29, Khosla addressed Urvashis Cannes look and s

Kareena Kapoor Khan, Prithviraj Sukumaran, director Meghna Gulzar, producers Vineet Jain and Dr Jayantilal Gada and Junglee Pictures CEO Amrita Pandey attended the trailer launch of Daayra at a multiplex in Mumbai. The film releases next month, on September 18, and incidentally its the month of several films of Kareena and her family. Haiwaan, starring Kareenas husband, Saif Ali Khan, and co-starring Akshay Kumar, releases on September 11. Meanwhile, September 18 will also see the release of Vib

Filmmaker Nidhi Dutta and Binoy Gandhi recently celebrated their daughter Sitaras first birthday with a family getaway that took them from London to Disneyland. The couple marked the milestone with an intimate celebration at their home in London before continuing the birthday festivities with a visit to Disneyland. The first birthday was celebrated in the presence of close family members, with the couple choosing to keep the occasion centred around family and creating memories with their daughte

Kareena Kapoor Khan, Prithviraj Sukumaran, director Meghna Gulzar, producers Vineet Jain and Dr Jayantilal Gada and Junglee Pictures CEO Amrita Pandey attended the trailer launch of Daayra at a multiplex in Mumbai. Prithviraj Sukumaran entertained the audience as he narrated how he came on board Daayra. Prithviraj Sukumaran began by saying, I was offered Daayra when I had said yes to a very big film in South India S S Rajamoulis Varanasi. Hence, I knew that in the months ahead, I wont have time

Kareena Kapoor Khan, Prithviraj Sukumaran, director Meghna Gulzar, producers Vineet Jain and Dr Jayantilal Gada and Junglee Pictures CEO Amrita Pandey attended the trailer launch of Daayra at a multiplex in Mumbai. The film deals with violence by a minor against another minor. Prithviraj Sukumaran was asked what he feels about it as a father. Prithviraj Sukumaran said, We are not worried just as parents. I am worried as a husband, as a friend to someone, as a responsible citizen of this country

The much-awaited emotional drama Om Ka Hari, starring Anshuman Jha and Raghubir Yadav in the titular roles, is set to release theatrically on September 18, 2026. Directed by Harish Vyas, the film also stars Soni Razdan, Samta Sudiksha and Ayesha Kapur in key roles and brings to the screen one of the oldest rivalries known to mankind, father vs son. At its heart, Om Ka Hari is a story about a relationship where love is often the hardest thing to say out loud. This is First Ray Film's 5th producti

Excel Entertainments Mirzapur The Movie is one of the most keenly-awaited films of the year. Directed by Gurmmeet Singh, it stars Ali Fazal, Divyenndu, Pankaj Tripathi, Jitendra Kumar, Ravi Kishan, Rasika Dugal, Shweta Tripathi, Shriya Pilgaonkar, among others. The film is special since it is based on the web series Mirzapur, which is a big hit on OTT. It has had three successful seasons on Amazon Prime Video. The film is expected to take a strong opening. It is widely believed that Mirzapur The

Celebrating 30 glorious years of his musical journey, Indian singer Sonu Nigam has brought his much-awaited The Revolution Tour 2026 to North America. Following the global launch of the tour, which began on August 21 in Abu Dhabi, Sonu Nigam embarked on its North American leg on August 29 in San Jose. The tour is being meticulously organised by leading global event company B Live Events, headed by Karl Kalra. The much-awaited North American leg of The Revolution Tour 2026 marks a major milestone

Television fiction is a daily companion, bringing into homes aspirational characters whose dreams, dilemmas and journeys often feel deeply personal. It is this unique relationship between audiences and storytelling that brings ZEE and Google together to introduce fiction-led AI Search integration, bringing Google Searchs AI Mode into the storytelling worlds of Zee TV's popular fiction show Ganga Mai Ki Betiyan among others. Launching on Independence Day, the collaboration moves beyond convention

Rohit Saraf is set for a diverse line-up of projects this year, with the actor moving across genres and characters in The Revolutionaries, Mismatched Season 4 and the upcoming Telugu film Mahakali. The projects see Saraf take on roles that are markedly different in tone, allowing him to explore both intense and romantic spaces on screen. The actor will next be seen in The Revolutionaries, directed by Nikkhil Advani. Saraf plays Sachindranath Sanyal in the period series, which is set against the

Concerns over fake and synthetic paneer have reportedly made their way into celebrity kitchens, with Twinkle Khanna revealing that she and her mother, actor Dimple Kapadia, have started making the popular dairy product at home. Twinkle opened up about the change in her latest Mrs Funnybones column, published on August 30, while adding her trademark humour to the ongoing food-safety conversation. According to Twinkle, reports surrounding allegedly fake paneer prompted the mother-daughter duo to r

Shweta Tripathi recently took a break from her professional commitments and travelled across Europe with her husband, rapper Chaitnya Sharma, and a group of close friends. The getaway included a stop in Vienna, where the couple attended Australian singer-songwriter Chet Fakers live concert at Arena Wien as part of his A Love for Strangers tour. The Vienna concert became one of the highlights of the trip for Shweta, with the journey being planned around Chaitnyas fondness for Chet Fakers music. T

Priyadarshans upcoming thriller Haiwaan is among the films generating considerable anticipation ahead of its September 11 release. The dark thriller features an ensemble cast including Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan, Boman Irani, Shriya Pilgaonkar and Saiyami Kher. While the trailer has already sparked interest, Boman Irani says that the perception of comedy continues to follow both him and Priyadarshan, despite the filmmaker having explored multiple genres throughout his career. The comedy stamp a

Ishaan Khatter and Janhvi Kapoor are bringing back some serious Dhadak nostalgia! The actors, who made their Bollywood debut together with the 2018 romantic drama, recently recreated a rather familiar moment from the film, but with their own playful twist. The quirky behind-the-scenes interaction has given fans a fun throwback to their much-loved on-screen dynamic, as the duo reunites for KALKI Fashions latest campaign. The nostalgic moment is part of KALKIs Chapter 2: Bride & Groom Couture 26

Subhash Ghai has opened up about his past fallout with Salman Khan and revealed how the actors father, veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, intervened after the two had a scuffle. Ghai recalled the incident while discussing his collaboration with Salman in the 2008 film Yuvvraaj. According to Ghai, his professional association with Salman came after an unpleasant incident at a party. The filmmaker said that Salman was under the influence of alcohol during the gathering when an argument broke out bet

The journey of Orry aka Orhan Awatramani on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 may have hit an unexpected roadblock. The internet media personality, who has been participating in the stunt-based reality show and taking on a series of challenges, has seemingly hinted at an emotional exit following an injury sustained during a task. Orry recently shared a video on his Instagram Stories in which he appeared to be helped by others after getting injured during a challenge. Alongside the video, he posted an emotio

Guru Randhawa marked his birthday with a humanitarian gesture, announcing a personal contribution of Rs.5 lakhs towards the ongoing Nepal flood relief efforts. The singer and actor has chosen to use the occasion to draw attention to the situation faced by flood-affected families, with his contribution being directed towards rescue operations, medical supplies and emergency food distribution. According to the information shared, Randhawa is supporting the relief work through the Hemkunt Foundatio