DailyWorld News - The First International Newspaper From India https://dailyworld.in/ Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:16:44 +0530 en https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ethan-hawke-sheds-light-on-the-toughest-role-of-his-career-662936.html Los Angeles Feb 27 Hollywood actor Ethan Hawke has revealed the most challenging role in his filmography The actor considers his role in Blue Moon to be one of the toughest of his career The 55yearold actor has enjoyed huge success in Hollywood starring in movies such as âDead Poets Societyâ âTraining Dayâ and âBoyhoodâ but Ethan admits that playing lyricist Lorenz Hart in the biopic was particularly challenging reports âFemale First UKâSpeaking to The Hollywood Reporter Ethan said âThere have been a handful of roles that have been extremely challenging Itâs just one of the few jobs thatâs used everything Iâve learned over the years from the physical stuff to the vocal work to the movement work to the verbiage to the text to the ideas that weâre trying to communicate It was not a light liftâEthan credited director Richard Linklater with helping him to find his characters voice The actor said When you become a professional actor thereâs a great push to just always stay in the same box You stop letting yourself play as much and the play is where really good things happen So in that way I love that Rick was giving me a chance to really jump out of the normal sandbox So I could really find a voice that matched his wit and his energy and his soul for lack of a better word and making all that language feel like it was my ownâAs per âFemale First UKâ Ethan actually worked on his character during a series of workshops over several years and he enjoyed developing the character with the help of RichardHe shared It really all comes back to my friendship with Linklater We would just read it and work on it We would talk about Larry about the people we know that were like this or what the film is about and what do we think heâs thinking about that Then weâd send each other records and be like Thatâs an interesting line where does that line come from And we started kind of seeing the movie as a Rodgers and Hart song like What if we made a movie that was a 90minute Rodgers and Hart song In a lot of ways Rickâs job was to create the architecture and skeleton and musculature the way that Richard Rodgers would for the song and my job was the lyrics to sit on top of it and dance and playââWhatâs so powerful about their music is that it has all the strength and gravitas and at the same time itâs completely silly And when you can be silly and strike a note thatâs profound itâs a magic trickâ he added IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ethan-hawke-sheds-light-on-the-toughest-role-of-his-career-662936.html Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:13:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ishita-dutta-reveals-her-latest-obsession-662999.html Mumbai Feb 27 Actress Ishita Dutta has discovered a new passion and itâs bringing out her sporty side like never before She took to Instagram where she shared a video of herself playing pickleball and described the fastgrowing sport as her âlatest obsessionâPickleball is a racket sport in which two or four players use a smoothfaced paddle to hit a perforated hollow plastic ball Pickleball is played indoors and outdoorsOn the work front the actress began shooting for âDrishyam 3â starring Ajay Devgn last monthIshita had posted a picture of the filmâs clapboard followed by another snapshot of herself standing next to her vanity vanCaptioning the post she wrote âDo I need to say moreâDrishyam3âThe makers of the upcoming film âDrishyam 3â started the Goa schedule in DecemberActor Jaideep Ahlawat has also joined the franchise Jaideep is known for his intense screen presence and nuanced performances and brings a compelling new energy to the âDrishyamâ universe promising a fresh and unpredictable dynamic as the story unfoldsFilming in Goa flagged off from January 8 with the schedule expected to continue till the end of February The entire cast will be part of the Goa schedule with Ajay Devgn Tabu Shriya Saran and Rajat Kapoor returning for this edgeoftheseat family thrillerDrishyam tells the gripping tale of a family caught in the shadow of a shocking disappearance â a policewomanâs son goes missing and she threatens to destroy Vijayâs family Determined to protect his loved ones Vijay spares no effort in keeping them safeSeven years later in the sequel the Salgaonkars have tried to move on from the traumatic events of their past But just when life seems to have found its rhythm unexpected circumstances arise threatening to unearth dark truths long buriedThe film is a Hindi remake of the Malayalam film of the same nameIshita began her acting career in 2012 with the Telugu film Chanakyudu She then transitioned to television with her breakout role in Ek Ghar Banaunga in 2013 She made her Bollywood debut playing Anju Salgaonkar in the 2015 thriller Drishyam which significantly raised her profile IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ishita-dutta-reveals-her-latest-obsession-662999.html Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ishaan-khatter-says-love-ya-big-brother-in-a-lovely-birthday-wish-for-shahid-kapoor-662805.html Mumbai Feb 25 Bollywood actor Ishaan Khatter penned a heartfelt birthday wish for his actor brother Shahid Kapoor as he turned a year older on Wednesday The Dhadak actor uploaded two photos with Shahid on his official Insta handleThe first was a throwback pic of a young Shahid holding little Ishaan in his lap Next was a recent click of the brother duo trying to recreate the same photo The second snap seems to be from Shahids birthday celebration as we could also see a birthday cake on the tableExpressing his love for his big brother Ishaan penned on the photosharing app What to even say not much has changed Love ya big brother Happy birthday Hereâs to having each otherâs back or godi always sicIshaan and Shahid are often seen cheering one another on social media and also showering each other with love on special occasionsFor the unaware Ishaan is Shahids halfbrother While Shahid is the son of actors Pankaj Kapur and Neelima Azeem Ishaan was born from Neelimas marriage to actor Rajesh KhattarMarking Shahids special day many prominent names from Bollywood compiled lovely wishes for him on social mediaActress Genelia Deshmukh who has worked with Shahid in the movie Chance Pe Dance uploaded a picture with the birthday star from her wedding to Riteish Deshmukh on Insta The photo had the caption âDear Shahid wishing you a year filled with victories endless laughter and everything that makes your heart happiest Happy BirthdayAlso Shahids Vivaah costar Amrita Rao published a still from the hit drama on the Stories section of Instagram However Amrita had edited the photo adding a cake and the text Happy BirthdayActress Rakul Preet Singh also wished Shahid saying Happy Birthday Shahid May this year elevate you to new heights and bring endless reasons to celebrate Keep shining and keep killing it IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ishaan-khatter-says-love-ya-big-brother-in-a-lovely-birthday-wish-for-shahid-kapoor-662805.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:10:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/subhash-ghai-says-people-remember-films-but-not-filmmakers-for-too-long-662818.html Mumbai Feb 26 Filmmaker Subhash Ghai has reflected on the fact of how films dwell in minds and hearts forever and people tend to forget the filmmaker after a point of time The veteran filmmaker emphasized on âpeople remember films but not filmmakers for too long in a recent social media post underlining that ultimately it is the work that lives on in the hearts of audiences foreverSharing a picture that features the names of many of his iconic films mounted aesthetically on a wall Ghai wrote âNothing matters in a period to come except his work Which reflects his thoughts thru his work Same applies in cinema We remember films not film maker for too long So keep searching for excellence till end of our time with AI within you your own third eyeâTalking about the picture shared by Subhash Ghai it shows a vertical installation with titles of his celebrated films such as Karz Ram Lakhan Saudagar Khalnayak Pardes Taal Yaadein Kisna Black amp White and Yuvvraaj among othersOver the past five decades the star filmmaker has delivered innumerable hits under his banner Mukta ArtsFor the uninitiated it was Ghai who launched actors Jackie Shroff and Meenakshi Sheshadri in the 1983 blockbuster Hero a film that went on to become one of the biggest hits of its timeRecently Subhash Ghai had taken a trip down memory lane as he received a copy of the original poster of his 1982 action entertainer VidhaataThe movie is said to be extremely special for the director as it marked his primary collaboration with some of Bollywood legends like Dilip Kumar Sanjeev Kumar Shammi Kapoor Padmini Kolhapure and Sanjay DuttPublishing the original poster of Vidhaata on his social media account Ghai penned an emotional note reminiscing about the good old daysHe further joked that the film has so many stories and memories associated with it that he can write an entire book on itThe Taal maker shared Thank u Anirudh for sending the copy of original poster of vidhaata as my first film with dilip sahib sanjiv kumar shammi kapoor n Padmini Kolhapur n with my nutkhutt star sanjay dutt as his own second film was declared as super hit in 1982 So many stories So many memories Need to write a book sicâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/subhash-ghai-says-people-remember-films-but-not-filmmakers-for-too-long-662818.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:41:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/amitabh-bachchan-shares-prosthetic-wisdom-asks-to-focus-on-self-growth-662820.html Mumbai Feb 26 Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has shared a thoughtprovoking note where he spoke about what he termed as âprosthetic wisdomâ and the human tendency to misunderstand deeper truths Big B took to his blog where he shared a picture of himself as the character of Ashwatthama from the upcoming film âKalki 2âThe cine icon shared that sometimes what is written or said âgoes for a bouncerâ with the real meaning failing to register He hinted that certain truths no matter how clearly expressed are not easily understood adding that perhaps that is simply the way of the worldâIsse pehle jo likha sab ka sab bouncer gaya Ji haan huzoor bouncer Kisi ko bhi jo asal baat kahi ja rahi thi samajh mein hi nahin aayi achha hai Kuch baatein batane se bhi samajh mein nahin aati logon ko sansaar ka ravayya yahi hota hai Khair jaane do sicâReflecting on knowledge and achievement he wrote âYou can never be the wisest the most knowledge driven the most accomplished human ever there shall ever always be another better than you know it accept it and be in learning to keep at it sicâThe veteran actor also underlined that it is far better to focus on oneâs own abilities and push oneself towards personal horizons rather than attempting to step into someone elseâs life to acquire what can never truly be yoursâBetter to be at it than to slink into the other humans life to acquire that can never be your own so delve deep into your assets and drive the body to its ultimate horizon which incidentally never does get reached Oh what a lovely world we live in prosthetic wisdom sic âTalking about the mythological sciencefiction film Kalki 2898 AD it is by Nag AshwinKalki 2898 AD stars Amitabh Bachchan Kamal Haasan Prabhas Deepika Padukone and Disha Patani Inspired by Hindu scriptures the film serves as the first instalment in the planned Kalki Cinematic UniverseSet in a dystopian future in the year 2898 AD in the city of Kashi the story follows a group on a mission to protect lab subject SUM80s unborn child believed to be Kalki the final incarnation of Vishnu IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/amitabh-bachchan-shares-prosthetic-wisdom-asks-to-focus-on-self-growth-662820.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/lupita-nyongo-talks-about-dealing-with-over-50-fibroids-662821.html Los Angeles Feb 26 Hollywood actress Lupita Nyongo has opened up about her over 50 uterine fibroids The 42yearold actress was first diagnosed with the condition which sees noncancerous growths developing in or around the uterus and can cause symptoms including long and heavy periods and pain in the pelvis back and leg 11 years ago She admitted things are worse this time around with few treatment options available reports âFemale First UKâSpeaking on Today she said âThe first time I got the fibroids taken out they took out 23 And this time Iâve been informed two years ago that I have over 50 And Iâm being faced with the same options Surgery or live with the painâThe actress is not ready to decide whether to have the fibroids surgically removed because of the big threat to any future family plansShe said âIâm not ready to make that decision Itâs quite invasiveâ and itâs a big threat to our reproductive organsâAs per âFemale First UKâ not only does she have dozens of fibroids some of them are very large Lupita said âWhen you have fibroids doctors usually use fruit to explain to you what size your fibroids are So your fibroid could be the size of a grape My biggest fibroid is the size of an orangeâThe â12 Years a Slaveâ actress recalled feeling shame and fear when she was first diagnosed with fibroids but shes found community since opening up about her conditionShe said âI felt shame What did I do to cause them And I felt very alone and quite scared for my reproductive health Iâm excited right now because speaking up has really empowered me Iâve found a communityââIâve locked arms with women who have been fighting this fight for a long time Thereâs a lot of power in speaking up I spoke up and the amount of support I got hearing women say âme tooâ and share their stories made me feel less alone and itâs honestly what has bolstered me to do the work that I do nowâ she added IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/lupita-nyongo-talks-about-dealing-with-over-50-fibroids-662821.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/jackie-shroff-pays-tribute-to-filmmaker-manmohan-desai-on-his-69th-birth-anniversary-662823.html Mumbai Feb 26 Veteran actor Jackie Shroff remembered legendary filmmaker Manmohan Desai on his 69th birth anniversary recalling his largerthanlife cinema and the joy he brought to audiences Taking to his Instagram stories section Jackie shared a picture of Manomohan Desai who was known for delivering some of Hindi cinemaâs most iconic entertainersâManmohan Desai Ji 26 Feb 19571 Mor 1994â Jackie who has worked in Hindi films for almost four decades and has appeared in more than 250 films in thirteen languages wrote as the captionManmohan Desai was one of the most successful filmmakers of the 1970s and 1980s He was a pioneer of making Masala films His most successful films are Amar Akbar Anthony Dharam Veer Chacha Bhatija Parvarish Suhaag Naseeb Coolie and MardManmohan Desai was known for his familycentered action songanddance films that catered to the tastes of the Indian masses through which he achieved great success A common theme in his films was the lostandfound plot in which family members were separated and reunitedHe is also known for helming movies such as Chacha Bhatija Aa Gale Lag Jaa Roti Gangaa Jamunaa Saraswati and Bluff MasterJackieâs latest release is Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri a romantic comedy film directed by Sameer Vidwans The film stars Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday in the roles alongside Neena Gupta and Tiku TalsaniaHe will next be seen in Ahmed Khanâs upcoming comedy film titled âWelcome To The JungleâThe film has a huge star cast including names such as Akshay Kumar Sanjay Dutt Suniel Shetty Arshad Warsi Paresh Rawal Raveena Tandon Disha Patani Lara Dutta Jacqueline Fernandez Shreyas Talpade Aftab Shivdasani Mika Singh Mukesh Tiwari Zakir Hussain Yashpal Sharma Johnny Lever Rajpal Yadav Krushna Abhishek Kiku Sharda Daler Mehndi Tusshar Kapoor and Sayaji Shinde IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/jackie-shroff-pays-tribute-to-filmmaker-manmohan-desai-on-his-69th-birth-anniversary-662823.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:06:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ryan-coogler-talks-about-sinners-making-oscars-history-662825.html Los Angeles Feb 26 Filmmaker Ryan Cooglerâs âSinnersâ has emerged as a cultural force earning a recordbreaking 16 Oscar nominations For nearly a century the Academy has handed out the best director award without ever placing it in the hands of a Black filmmaker This year that streak long reduced to a footnote may move from the margins of history to the center and Ryan Coogler is the reason reports âVarietyâRyan Cooglerâs directing nod makes the 39yearold Oakland native the seventh Black filmmaker nominated in the category after John Singleton Lee Daniels Steve McQueen Barry Jenkins Jordan Peele and Spike Lee Of course none of them wonAs per âVarietyâ Ryan Coogler is aware of all that But heâs made a deliberate choice to keep it at armâs length He told âVarietyâ âThe biggest danger is something like that can dampen your hope make you disillusioned or feel like what you do isnât worth it I try to protect my love for what I do If I know statistics are going to make me feel sad I donât think about itâItâs a survival strategy rooted in lineage and in the values shaped by his influences Ryan Coogler grew up watching Singletonâs and Leeâs moviesHe said âI knew what John and Spike looked like before I knew what Spielberg looked likeâ When Coogler arrived at USC the late Singleton befriended him and guided his path âThe whole reason I went there was because of him He would mentor me and watch my short filmsâThat special relationship informs how Ryan Coogler moves through the industry today With Proximity Media which he runs with his wife Zinzi Evans and Sev Ohanian heâs built a company that keeps him engaged with the community IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ryan-coogler-talks-about-sinners-making-oscars-history-662825.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ileana-dcruz-on-rihannas-bounce-back-chatter-she-made-a-whole-baby-662826.html Mumbai Feb 26 Actress Ileana DCruz has slammed unrealistic beauty standards after global pop star Rihanna was trolled online for not âbouncing backâ soon after childbirth Ileana took to her Instagram stories to react to a viral discussion that erupted after Rihanna was spotted with her younger son Riot where several social media users questioned why the singer had not returned to her prepregnancy bodyIleana shared post by a magazine which read âThis week Rihanna was spotted with her younger son Riot and X did what it does best bullied a woman for not immediately âbouncing backâSharing her strong views Ileana who is a mother of two wrote that the online criticism was âbloody infuriatingâ and highlighted the absurdity of expecting women to âbounce backâ right after giving birthIleana wrote âShes a powerful womanâThe actress stressed that such expectations placed on new mothers are unrealistic and unfair pointing out that bringing a child into the world itself is an incredible featâShe made a whole baby and birthed that baby and is feeding and keeping that baby alive and healthy yet the question is hmm why hasnt she bounced back yet Bloody infuriating unrealistic expectationsâ said IleanaIleana married Michael Dolan in 2023 and welcomed their first child a son the same year In 2025 she gave birth to their second child a sonOn the acting front the actress was last seen in the romantic comedy drama âDo Aur Do Pyaarâ directed by Shirsha Guha Thakurta The film which also stars Vidya Balan Pratik Gandhi and Sendhil RamamurthyThe 38yearold made her screen debut in 2006 with the Telugulanguage romanticdrama film Devadasu She was then seen in films Pokiri Jalsa Kick and JulayiShe also starred in the Tamil film Nanban The actress expanded to Hindi cinema in 2012 with Anurag Basus comedydrama BarfShe was then seen in films such as box office successes such as Main Tera Hero Phata Poster Nikhla Hero Happy Ending Mubarakan Pagalpanti The Bigg Bull and the crime thrillers Rustom and Raid IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ileana-dcruz-on-rihannas-bounce-back-chatter-she-made-a-whole-baby-662826.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/karan-johar-beams-with-pride-as-dhadak-2-screens-at-ivy-league-universities-662829.html Mumbai Feb 26 Filmmaker Karan Johar has expressed pride as Dhadak 2 is being screened at Ivy League universities calling it a significant milestone for the team at his production house Karan took to Instagram where he shared a poster of the film starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri Sharing his thoughts Karan said that seeing Dhadak 2 resonate in prestigious academic spaces has been a âgreat moment of prideâ for everyone associated with the filmHe wrote âDhadak 2 being screened at all the IVY leave universities is such a great moment og pride for us at dharmamoviesââThe filmmaker credited director Shazia Iqbal for bringing an important voice and perspective to the screen Calling her the soul of the film Karan praised her storytelling and vision stating that the impact the film has created is a testament to her talent and convictionâThe love and respect it has garnered over the past few months had been overwhelming and I all credit to the immensely talented Shazia Iqbal for being this important voice and storyteller Sheâs the soul of our filmâ he wroteDhadak 2 is a spiritual sequel to Dhadak and a remake of the Tamil film Pariyerum Perumal The film follows Nilesh and Vidhi who fall in love However tragedy strikes when their relationship is threatened by caste differences creating a significant obstacle to their unionThe film underperformed significantly at the box office failing to recover its investment during its theatrical runKaranâs latest production is the romantic comedy film Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri directed by Sameer Vidwans The film stars Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday in the roles alongside Neena Gupta Jackie Shroff and Tiku Talsania The filmmaker has been feted with the National Film Awards and the Padma Shri IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/karan-johar-beams-with-pride-as-dhadak-2-screens-at-ivy-league-universities-662829.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:34:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/karthi-releases-first-single-uyire-uyire-from-selvaraghavans-mental-manadhil-662831.html Chennai Feb 26 Popular Tamil star Karthi has now released the first single Uyire Uyire from director Selvaraghavans eagerly awaited upcoming romantic entertainer Mental Manadhil featuring actors G V Prakash and Madhuri Jain in the lead Taking to his X timeline Karthi wrote selvaraghavan amp gvprakash so happy to release this single and looking forward to more magic from you guys UyireUyire MentalManadhil ParallelUniPic saregamasouthThe mellifluous number which has been set to tune by G V Prakash has lyrics by Selvaraghavan himself and has been rendered by Kapil KapilanThe film has triggered huge interest among fans and film buffs as this is the third time that ace director Selvaraghavan and twotime National Award winning music director and actor G V Prakash are teaming up The music of both the films that the duo collaborated on earlier Aayirathil Oruvan and Mayakkam Enna went on to emerge as chartbusters So expectations are high from this film as well Interestingly G V Prakash apart from scoring music for the film is also playing the lead in Selvaraghavans direction for the first time It may be recalled that G V Prakash had dropped an update on the film last year in which he had uploaded a still from the sets of the film and said Shoot mode with the legendary selvaraghavan sir â the film and its music is going to be a special treat for aayirathiloruvan and mayakkamenna fansActress Madhuri Jain plays the female lead opposite G V Prakash in this romantic film which will also feature a number of leading character artistes in supporting roles The first four schedules of the film were completed last yearOn the technical front cinematography for the film is being by Arun Ramakrishnan while music is being scored by GV Prakash Kumar himselfEditing for the eagerly awaited romantic entertainer is by Balaji while art direction for the film is by RK Vijay Murugan Dinesh Guna is serving as the executive producer of this film which is being produced by G V Prakash Kumar under the banner of Parallel Universe Pictures IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/karthi-releases-first-single-uyire-uyire-from-selvaraghavans-mental-manadhil-662831.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/gulshan-devaiah-never-been-comfortable-with-the-idea-of-dressing-to-please-the-moment-662843.html Mumbai Feb 26 Actor Gulshan Devaiah who is known for his quirky unconventional and outofthebox fashion choices says that he has never been comfortable with the idea of dressing to please the moment Talking about his approach to fashion Gulshan said âFashion came into my life much before acting did I studied fashion at NIFT so for me clothing has always been about individuality rather than chasing trendsââIâve never been comfortable with the idea of dressing to fit into a box or to please the moment I style myself because it feels natural I know what I like what Iâm comfortable in and how I want to express myselfâThe actor understands that trends come and go brands rise and fall but personal style evolves with life and experienceâI enjoy experimenting being quirky because thatâs part of the process As long as it feels honest fun and true to who I am Iâm happyâGulshan recently featured alongside Saiyami Kher in a soulful romantic music video titled âAise Na Humkoâ composed by celebrated lyricistcomposer Swanand KirkireGulshan had described the collaboration as a creative continuation rather than a conventional reunionHe shared I loved working with Saiyami loved spending time with her and getting to know her over Glitch amp 8 am Metro Some people are just really nice to be around amp she is one of them We have a wonderful camaraderie and onscreen chemistry I jumped at the opportunity of creating something along with her again Thatâs it itâs that simple The music video has been shot exclusively in Nashik with key portions filmed at Saiyami Kherâs farmstay lending the visuals an organic and deeply personal charmGulshan was last seen onscreen in Kantara A Legend â Chapter 1 directed by Rishab Shetty The film stars Rishab in four roles as Berme Mayakara Annappa and Kaadubettu Shiva along with Jayaram Rukmini Vasanth and Gulshan DevaiahA prequel to the 2022 film Kantara the story delves deeper into the origins of the tradition and ancestral conflict introduced in the first film IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/gulshan-devaiah-never-been-comfortable-with-the-idea-of-dressing-to-please-the-moment-662843.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:25:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rj-balaji-releases-gripping-trailer-of-nivedhithaa-sathish-starrer-oh-butterfly-662844.html Chennai Feb 26 Director RJ Balaji has now released a gripping trailer of director Vijay Ranganathans upcoming romantic crime thriller Oh Butterfly featuring actress Nivedhithaa Sathish in the lead Taking to his X timeline RJ Balaji wrote The past doesnt die it just waits for the lights to fade out Happy to launch the trailer of OhButterfly Wishing the team the very best OhButterflyFromMar6The film which has been produced by Vennky Anand S Shah Vijay Ranganathan and Nisha Patial also features a host of actors including Ciby Nasser Lakshmipriyaa Chandramouli Geetha Kailasam and Attul in pivotal roles The released trailer begins with a couple arriving at a hill station for their honeymoon It is evident that the honeymoon is happening after quite a while and that the husband is glad that it finally happening However the wife who is called Gouri played by Nivedhithaa Sathish doesnt appear too happy with either the honey moon or the wedding She refuses to get physically intimate with her husband As a result he gets frustrated We also learn that he has now lost his job and that he is in a restless state ever sinceIt is under these circumstances that Gouris husband introduces his college friend Suri to her The trailer gives the impression that Suri is Gouris exboyfriend and that he tries to get close to her But then a series of intense developments occur The trailer ends with Gouri saying To the police to my parents and to everyone else this might seem like an accident But it was I who killed himThe trailer shows Nasser as a Lepidopterist someone who collects butterflies and moths He considers them to be Gods angels as they can fly The director looks to emphasise the point of enjoying the present without worrying about the future through his character When Nassers character is asked why he chose to have butterflies as his pets as their life span is only 15 days he replies What is important is how happy we are in those 15 days On the technical front the film has music by the talented music director Vaisakh Somanath and cinematography by Vedaraman Sankaran Editing for the film is by Bhuvanesh Manivannan The film has songs penned by three lyricists namely Karthik Netha Vijay Ranganathan and Vignesh Srikanth Costumes in the film have been designed by Tina Rosario The story of the film has been written by director Vijay Ranganathan himself with additional screenplay having been penned by Harish Rajagopal IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rj-balaji-releases-gripping-trailer-of-nivedhithaa-sathish-starrer-oh-butterfly-662844.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/christina-applegate-on-childhood-abuse-i-barely-understood-662847.html Los Angeles Feb 26 Actress Christina Applegate who has worked in films such as Hall Pass Vacation and Bad Moms has spoken about how she was molested by a female babysitter which has had a lasting impact on her life The 54yearold actress who was primarily raised by her mom Nancy Priddy after her father Robert Applegate left the family when she was just a few months old wrote her new memoir âI knew every part of it was wrong I felt sick and scared and sadâââI never fully felt comfortable being touched and thatâs true still Iâve never felt comfortable with it my whole life really and all because of that girl forcing me to do something I barely understood but that I knew was shamefulâ she wrote in her new memoir titled You With the Sad Eyes in an extract obtained by People magazineThe actress home life was unstable in her early years thanks to her moms struggle with heroin addiction and a physically abusive boyfriend who also lashed out at Christina reports femalefirstcoukShe wrote âI think I had kind of the worst situation from 3 to 7 But there was stuff like that going on in all our homes Single moms men coming in and out drugsâThe actress said that she doesnt want people to read her book to see her as a victim but hopes her story can resonate with readersShe told People âBecause a lot of it is so heavy I had someone say to me âAre you doing this because youâre being a victimâ Iâm like âNo Iâm empowering other people out thereâ At least I hope toâI hope that some girl or boy or anyone whoâs gone through being molested or beaten or anything Iâve gone through can go âOh my God okay Iâm going to be okayâ âThe former Married With Children actress has 15yearold Sadie with husband Martyn LeNoble and when it comes to parenting she doesnât âbuy into this thing of you shouldnât be your kidâs friendShe added âBecause I am especially now Iâm her biggest supporter I fight for her at every turn And I drive her to school blaring Sex and Candy by Marcy Playground Thatâs kind of me in a nutshellâThe actress isnt afraid to laugh at herself amid her battle with multiple sclerosis MSShe said âLike I put my diaper on and go into her room I toddle in with a tank top above my belly and sometimes I draw faces on my belly button Sheâs like âMom Mom Just stopâ â IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/christina-applegate-on-childhood-abuse-i-barely-understood-662847.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/wamiqa-gabbi-wraps-up-lucknow-schedule-for-next-says-guess-the-film-662857.html Mumbai Feb 26 Actress Wamiqa Gabbi who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film âBhoot Banglaâ has wrapped up the Lucknow schedule of her upcoming project and left a playful âguess the filmâ tease on social media Wamiqa took to Instagram stories where she shared a video of herself boarding the flight with her team and saying that itâs a wrap for her on the film which reportedly stars Bhuvan Bam and is by Dharma ProductionsâLucknowScheduleWrap for us But you have to guess the filmââ she wrote as the captionShe then shared a playful video of herself from onboard a flight and wrote âHamla Achanak se kia thaâMeanwhile talking about her upcoming film Bhoot Bangla the film is by Priyadarshan It brings the iconic trio of Priyadarshan Akshay Kumar and Paresh RawalThe project will also see Tabu Rajpal Yadav and Mithila Palkar in crucial roles along with othersPriyadarshans directorial has been produced by Shobha Kapoor and Ektaa R Kapoors Balaji Telefilms in collaboration with Akshay Kumars production house Cape of Good Films The film is coproduced by Faara Sheikh and Vedant BaaliThe story of the movie has been written by Akash A Kaushik and the screenplay by Rohan Shankar Abilash Nair and Priyadarshan The dialogues have been penned by Rohan ShankarBhooth Bangla is slated for a theatrical release on May 15 2026She has also been roped in for Pati Patni Aur Woh Do which also stars Ayushmann Khurrana Rakul Preet Singh and Sara Ali KhanWamiqa was last seen in Bhool Chuk Maaf a fantasy romantic comedy directed by Karan Sharma The film also stars Rajkummar Rao and Seema Pahwa The film follows Ranjan a smalltown romantic boy from Banaras who lands a government job to marry Titli but forgets his vow to Lord Shivaonly to be trapped until he fulfils his promise IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/wamiqa-gabbi-wraps-up-lucknow-schedule-for-next-says-guess-the-film-662857.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:56:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ankita-lokhande-calls-praying-with-husband-vicky-jain-powerful-after-performing-bhaktambar-puja-662861.html Mumbai Feb 26 Actress Ankita Lokhande shared a note on spirituality and togetherness after performing the Bhaktambar Puja with her husband Vicky Jain saying the experience left her feeling peaceful and blessed Bhaktamar Puja is a sacred Jain ceremony centered around the devotional chanting and reverence of the Bhaktamar Stotra a revered 7thcentury hymn composed by Acharya MantungaAnkita took to Instagram where she shared a few glimpses from the puja and wrote âWe performed Bhaktambar Puja and once again I felt how powerful it is when a married couple prays togetherââThere is a different kind of peace that comes when two souls sit side by side and offer something meaningful to God â it calms the heart settles the mind and nourishes the soulâAnkita said that she feels deeply grateful that she is âmarried into a family whose values reflect the same devotion I was brought up withââThe way we all come together for every spiritual momentâ it feels like a blessing in itself For me God is one â and when you offer anything with a pure heart it reaches Him in the most beautiful wayâAnkita said that after the puja she felt âthat purity that connection that togethernessââAnd I felt blessed I am thankful for everything I have everything I had and all that is coming my way in the future My heart is open My soul is ready I am always prepared to receive the best that the universe has written for me Thank you God Thank you universeâAnkita and businessman Vicky Jain got married in 2021 The couple held their wedding ceremony in Mumbai celebrating with a threeday extravaganza of festivitiesThe couple are currently seen in the new edition of âLaughter Chefs Fun Unlimitedâ which also featured Arjun Bijlani Karan Kundrra Elvish Yadav Jannat Zubair Krushna Abhishek Kashmera Shah Nia Sharma Abhishek Kumar and Samarth Jurel to name a few IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ankita-lokhande-calls-praying-with-husband-vicky-jain-powerful-after-performing-bhaktambar-puja-662861.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/bigg-boss-monalisa-reveals-she-amp-husband-vikrant-have-been-trying-to-have-a-baby-for-a-long-time-662862.html Mumbai Feb 26 Actress Monalisa known offscreen as Antara Biswas in an exclusive conversation with IANS opened up about her longstanding desire to embrace parenthood with husband Vikrant Singh Rajpoot She mentioned that both she and Vikrant have been trying for a long time and are hopeful for âthat blessed dayâWhen IANS asked about her family planning the actress said âYes of course We have been trying for a long time Ultimately it is in Godâs hands I am hopeful and waiting for that blessed dayâMonalisa and Vikrant both established actors in the Bhojpuri film industry have been married since January 2017 after tying the knot inside the Bigg Boss 10 houseMonalisa and Vikrant who recently participated in the reality show The 50 spoke about a recent moment in the reality show where fellow contestant Bebika Durve had mentioned male contestants flirting with Monalisa and conveyed it to Vikrant adding âmasalaâ probably to see his reaction Vikrant was seen siding with his wife and explained that he is absolutely secure as a husband and trusts his wife to deathTalking about it Monalisa told IANS that she did watch the clip She explained that there was ânothing inappropriateâ and that Vikrant had handled the situation maturely âVikrant and I have been together for eighteen years We understand each other deeply and share a very strong bond When I saw the clip I wondered why she made that commentâ Trust has always been the foundation of our relationshipâ she saidMonalisa further also spoke about the pressures reality shows can easily put on relationships as the couple is then constantly under scrutiny âReality shows simply show who we truly are Inside the house we live as we do at home Disagreements and arguments are natural but that does not mean trust disappears We communicate openly and resolve issues Communication is the cornerstone of any strong relationshipâ she addedTalking about Monalisa and Vikrant the couple was also seen in Bigg Boss 10 where they got married inside the houseFor the uninitiated Monalisa is a prominent figure in the Bhojpuri industry and has also acted in television shows and Hindi films IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/bigg-boss-monalisa-reveals-she-amp-husband-vikrant-have-been-trying-to-have-a-baby-for-a-long-time-662862.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:28:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ramayans-sita-aka-dipika-chikhlias-daughter-gets-married-662875.html Mumbai Feb 26 Veteran actress Dipika Chikhlia best known for essaying the role of Sita in Ramanand Sagarâs iconic television series Ramayan has shared heartwarming glimpses from her daughter Juhiâs wedding ceremony on her social media account The actress took to her social media stories to post en number of pictures and videos capturing intimate and joyous moments from the celebrationsThe pictures show Dipikaâs daughter Juhi dressed as a radiant bride in a heavily embroidered golden lehenga paired with traditional jewellery including a maang tikka choker necklace and banglesIn one of the pictures Juhi and her groom are seen smiling brightly as they walk hand in hand during the varmala ceremony Guests are seen showering them with flower petalsAnother picture shared by Dipika features her daughter as the bride posing gracefully with a caption that read âThe prettiest brideâ Dipika also reshared a congratulatory post that read âCongratulations on the upgrade to 20âEarlier Juhi had shared visuals from her prewedding rituals show where she was seen seated in a traditional red saree with floral garlands around her neck holding coconuts as part of the ceremony Her family members were seen placing their hands together over a ceremonial kalash during a puja ritualAt the wedding Dipika herself looked elegant in a gold saree with a maroon velvet shawl and traditional jewelleryFor the uninitiated Dipika Chikhlia rose to humongous fame with her portrayal of Goddess Sita in Ramanand Sagarâs Ramayan The show first aired in 1987 and ran until 1988 on DoordarshanThe mythological series written and directed by Ramanand Sagar became a cultural phenomenon across the country Actor Arun Govil played Lord Ram Dipika Chikhlia essayed Sita Sunil Lahri portrayed Lakshman and late actor Dara Singh appeared as HanumanThe showâs impact was so immense and intense that audiences began associating the actors with the divine characters they portrayed in true senseDuring the COVID19 lockdown in 2020 the rerun of the Ramayan series on national television once again garnered massive viewership IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ramayans-sita-aka-dipika-chikhlias-daughter-gets-married-662875.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:43:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/aamir-khan-says-alvira-shares-positive-updates-on-salim-khans-health-662877.html Mumbai Feb 26 Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan shared that Salman Khanâs sister Alvira has been giving him regular updates about veteran lyricist and screenwriter Salim Khanâs health assuring that the veteran screenwriter is showing signs of improvement The actor who recently went to check on Salim Khan after he was admitted to the ICU said the family remains hopeful and continues to pray for his speedy recovery and return homeAamir told reporters âI went to meet Mr Salim We are all praying that his health gets better soon because he was in ICU I couldnt meet him personally but I was with his familyââAlvira is telling me every day that his health is improving We are all praying that he comes home soon and his health improvesâ he addedIt was on February 17 when Salim Khan was admitted to the hospital in Mumbai and was taken to the ICUSalim Khanâs treating doctor Jalil Parkar had issued a statement giving an update on the veteran screenwriterâs healthHe had said âYes itâs true that Salim Khan father of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan amp an icon in himself has been admitted to Lilavati Hospital under Dr Jalil Parkar in the ICU early morning at 830 am He was brought into the emergency by their family doctor Sandeep ChopraââEmergency care was initiated in the emergency and Mr Salim Khan was shifted to the intensive care on the 1st floor A team of doctors consisting of Dr Vinay ChavanneurologistDr Ajit Menoncardiologist ampamp Dr Nitin Dange neurosurgeon amp Dr Bineet Ahluwalia attended to him Respecting the relativeâs request further details ainât being shared todayââHowever tomorrow at 1100 am we shall be addressing a press bulletin with due consent of the relatives amp maintaining the confidentiality of the patient to the utmost Kindly bear with ushe is stable but is under close observation in regards to his clinical statusâ he addedIt was in the late 1960s Salim Khan partnered with Javed Akhtar forming SalimâJaved one of the most influential screenwriting teams in Indian cinemaThey wrote a series of commercially successful and culturally influential films including âAndazâ âSeeta Aur Geetaâ âZanjeerâ âYaadon Ki Baaraatâ âDeewaarâ âSholayâ âTrishulâ âDonâ and âKaala Pattharâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/aamir-khan-says-alvira-shares-positive-updates-on-salim-khans-health-662877.html Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:51:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/arijit-singh-issues-clarification-on-songs-coming-out-after-retirement-662624.html Mumbai Feb 25 Superstar singer Arijit Singh who earlier announced his retirement from playback singing has issued a clarification with regards to his songs constantly getting released after the retirement On Tuesday the singer took to his X formerly Twitter and shared a long note as he explained the process of rolling out of the songsHe wrote âThis message is just for my listeners please donât read and swipe right now if you are not my listener its a humble request Hello beautiful people I just want to tell you all that I love you Thank you so much for your kindness in this ruthless worldââAlthough I have stopped taking new assignments the list of pending songs are not less you know I will have to complete a lot of songs Dont involve into explaining people How many times will you there are so many Unfinished songs they are gonna keep releasing until they are done May be through this whole year may be it will touch next year too Be peaceful Try to get out of this platform Remove spike proteins from your body leave 5g Read love meditate Jay Devi sicâ he addedEarlier Arijit announced his retirement from playback singing In a heartfelt note Arijit expressed gratitude for the journey so far writing âI am not going to be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist from now on I am calling it off It was a wonderful journeyâ Reportedly the singer is set to make his directorial debut with an upcoming film In 2018 Arijit directed the Bengali film âSaâ a lyrical comingofage story centered on a young boyâs relationship with music IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/arijit-singh-issues-clarification-on-songs-coming-out-after-retirement-662624.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:22:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/the-kerala-story-2-goes-beyond-makers-clear-the-air-around-teaser-being-pulled-down-662626.html Mumbai Feb 25 The makers of the upcoming film âThe Kerala Story 2 â Goes Beyondâ have cleared the air around the reports of the filmâs teaser being pulled down On Tuesday the production house behind the film Sunshine Pictures shared in an official statement that such reports are false and misleadingThey said in a statement âSunshine Pictures would like to categorically clarify that the news currently circulating regarding the removal of âThe Kerala Story 2 â Goes Beyondâ teaser is completely false baseless and misleadingThe matter is presently sub judice No judgment or order has been passed by any court directing the removal of any content We have not deleted or taken down any materialâThey further mentioned âBoth the teaser and the trailer of âThe Kerala Story 2 â Goes Beyondâ continue to remain available across all our official platforms We strongly urge media houses digital platforms and individuals to refrain from spreading unverified information and speculative reports Such misinformation only creates unnecessary confusionâEarlier reports stated that the teaser of âThe Kerala Story 2 â Goes Beyondâ was briefly released online before being pulled down across official social media handles triggering fresh debate around the franchiseâs already contentious positioningThe original âThe Kerala Storyâ attracted intense scrutiny legal challenges and political reactions over its claims and portrayal of sensitive social themes Against that backdrop the sequel teaserâs takedown was widely interpreted as a preemptive or corrective move rather than a routine marketing error The incident underscores how politically and socially sensitive cinema in India now operates under heightened scrutiny where promotional material itself can become a flashpoint even before a film reaches theatresâThe Kerala Story 2 â Goes Beyondâ is set to release in theatres on February 27 2026 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/the-kerala-story-2-goes-beyond-makers-clear-the-air-around-teaser-being-pulled-down-662626.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/bafta-issues-clarification-over-alleged-offensive-remark-heard-at-ceremony-662628.html Los Angeles Feb 25 The BAFTA awards have issued a statement over the allegedly offensive remark that was heard during the ceremony The committee has shared that the alleged sound made by John Davidson was a result of a verbal tic caused by Tourette SyndromeThey took to their social media and shared a long note explaining what went down at the ceremony They wrote âAt the BAFTA Film Awards last night our guests heard very offensive language that carries incomparable trauma and pain for so many We want to acknowledge the harm this has caused address what happened and apologise to all One of our guests John Davidson MBE has Tourette Syndrome and has devoted his life to educating and campaigning for better understanding of this condition Tourette Syndrome causes involuntary verbal tics that the individual has no control over Such tics are in no way a reflection of an individuals beliefs and are not intentionalâThey further mentioned âJohn Davidson is an executive producer of the BAFTA nominated film I Swear which is based on his life experience We take the duty of care to all our guests very seriously and start from a position of inclusion We took measures to make those in attendance aware of the tics announcing to the audience before the ceremony began and throughout that John was in the room and that they may hear strong language involuntary noises or movements during the ceremonyââEarly in the ceremony a loud tic in the form of a profoundly offensive term was heard by many people in the room Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo were on stage at the time and we apologise unreservedly to them and to all those impacted We would like to thank Michael and Delroy for their incredible dignity and professionalism During the ceremony John chose to leave the auditorium and watch the rest of the ceremony from a screen and we would like to thank him for his dignity and consideration of others on what should have been a night of celebration for him We take full responsibility for putting our guests in a very difficult situation and we apologise to all We will learn from this and keep inclusion at the core of all we do maintaining our belief in film and storytelling as a critical conduit for compassion and empathyâ they added IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/bafta-issues-clarification-over-alleged-offensive-remark-heard-at-ceremony-662628.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sunny-leone-explains-the-reason-behind-the-absolute-silence-on-sets-of-anurag-kashyaps-kennedy-662631.html Mumbai Feb 25 Actress Sunny Leone in an exclusive conversation with IANS has opened up about the atmosphere on the sets of âKennedyâ addressing the speculation that the filmâs shoot was marked by total silence on sets and filled with heavy moods Responding to the reports of pin drop silence on the sets of the movie Sunny clarified that the quiet environment was simply a reflection of professionalismâThe set was so silent because it was a professional set and people were not whispering They were doing their work thatâs why they were quietâ she told IANSThe actress further emphasized that the silence was not in any negative aspect but rather something that contributed positively to the entire filming of the movie âEverybody got into their work and was so deeply engrossed We also got into our work with full passion and dedication that there was hardly any time to talk But I donât think that was a bad thing I think it actually helped It helped you focusâ she explainedActor Rahul Bhatt further noted that such an atmosphere is common on the sets of serious filmmakers âEvery serious directorâs set is very quiet There is not much noise Any serious directorâs set is very quietâ he addedEarlier the actress had shared that she was in disbelief about being part of the film until the day she walked into the setThe actress had stated that despite attending the trials and the workshops for the Anurag Kashyap directorial she felt that she wasnt going to be a part of the filmThe actress said âMy first reaction was disbelief that I had been offered the role I didnât 1000 believe I was part of the film until I actually got on set Even though I did the trials and the workshops and everything happened we all know entertainment is very volatile and things can change at the drop of a dime I was so happy when the first shot was taken and we moved on to the next Thatâs when I felt âAlright now they wonât replace me I think I did a good jobâDirected by Anurag Kashyap âKennedyâ also stars Rahul Bhat The film is set to stream on ZEE5 from February 20 2026 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sunny-leone-explains-the-reason-behind-the-absolute-silence-on-sets-of-anurag-kashyaps-kennedy-662631.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:28:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/nanis-aaya-sher-from-the-paradise-unleashes-pure-adrenaline-662635.html Hyderabad Feb 25 The makers of director Srikanth Odelas eagerly awaited action entertainer The Paradise featuring actor Nani in the lead have now released the first single from the film Aaya Sher to mark the birthday of actor Nani Nani who thanked everyone for the love they had shown on his birthday shared the link to the first single Aaya Sher from Paradise He wrote Thank you to each one of you for showering such immense love on me and raising me as your own With gratitude presenting you AayaSher TheParadise When two mad boys get on a mission This is how it explodes anirudhofficial odelasrikanthThe song has been set to tune by Anirudh Ravichander who unleashes a roaring blend of tribal percussion and gritty electronic layers creating a soundscape that feels primal dangerous and thunderously aliveKasarla Shyamâs lyrics built around the arrival of the âSherâ throb with hunger dominance and raw territorial force an anthem sculpted for a king who rises from the shadows Popular Telangana folk singers Addula Jangireddy and Akunoori Deviah supercharge the track with their fierce earthy vocals pushing the energy to its peakNaniâs transformation is arresting â he sports a radically different look and sports a swag that immediately catches the viewers attention With long flowing braids jadal a thick beard and a blazing red blazer thrown over a rugged barechested frame he cuts a striking figure half warrior half icon Itâs a look soaked in grit rebellion and the swagger of a leader shaped by dust fire and survivalSudhan Masterâs choreography amplifies the madness Nani doesnât dance but he detonates The hook step the singlefoot moments the floor moves everything is engineered for viral domination Each movement erupts from the characterâs core chaotic yet rhythmic raw yet commanding Right from the moment he arrives with biryani handis to the final frame where he sits like an emperor on his throne every beat is designed to amplify his presence His entry commands attention and his exit seals his dominanceFor the unaware The Paradise has triggered huge expectations among fans and film buffs for a number of reasonsSrikanth Odela made his directorial debut with Dasara which featured Nani in the lead The film garnered critical acclaim and became a box office success crossing the â¹100 crore mark Now Odela and Nani have teamed up again for The ParadiseWell known Bollywood actor Raghav Juyal too is a part of The Paradise It may be recalled that the makers of the film had welcomed actor Raghav Juyal on board the films unit last year Also actor Raghav Juyal who is basking in the success of of Bads of Bollywood has already announced that he will be changing his look for the filmThe film is to release on August 21 this year in eight languages namely Hindi Telugu Tamil English Spanish Bengali Kannada and Malayalam IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/nanis-aaya-sher-from-the-paradise-unleashes-pure-adrenaline-662635.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/chris-hemsworth-regrets-moving-to-australia-after-shark-attacks-662642.html Los Angeles Feb 25 Hollywood actor Chris Hemsworth is expressing regret over moving back to his native Australia after a series of deadly shark attacks near his home The Thor star 42 grew up Down Under but lived in the US for many years before moving back to Australia in 2015 with his wife Elsa Pataky and their children but Chris has now admitted he thought hed made a huge mistake after two surfers were killed by sharks just minutes away from his home in Byron Bay reports âFemale First UKâDuring an appearance on the SmartLess podcast he explained When I first moved to Byron Bay there was a string of shark attacks two deaths then one guy survived in the space of two weeks One out the front of my house and one 10 minutes south of me and one five minutes north I was like Where have I moved to What have I done This is crazyâ And so for the next I was only going out surfing when there were other people in the waterâHe further mentioned âYour chances are a little better There was a period when there would just be choppers helicopters going up and down the coastline shark spotting and then they have a siren on because for whatever reason there was this feeding frenzy They put the siren on or they tell the police and the police would come down with a big speaker and tell you to get out of the water And youd all sit there and be like Argh Im not getting out of the water and then each guys starts paddling in like Fine fine well go in Bull sharks and great whites are the most predominantâAs per âFemale First UKâ however Chris refuses to let the risk of shark attacks put him off the sport he lovesHe added I surf every day I heard that more people die in America by shaking a vending machine to get chocolate out and it collapsing on them I dont know if its trueâThe actor went on to reveal there are heaps of snakes around his house and his three children arent bothered by them but his Hollywood pal Matt Damon got a nasty surprise during his first visit Down UnderThe actor said There are heaps of snakes We see a lot of snakes around our house and a lot of pythons but the pythons are very territorial so they keep the bad ones away We dont mind having the pythons around My kids will go and grab them by the tail sometimes Matt Damon he was asking me all these questions before they came to Australia I was like Ah youre fine The first day he drives down the street gets out of a car and steps straight on a snake Ive been there 42 years and never stepped on a snake Day one Hes a dummyâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/chris-hemsworth-regrets-moving-to-australia-after-shark-attacks-662642.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:54:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/yashs-toxic-team-introduces-darrell-dsilva-as-salvador-in-film-662645.html Bangalore Feb 25 The makers of director Geethu Mohandass Toxic A Fairy Tale for Grown Ups featuring Rocking Star Yash in the lead have now officially unveiled the stylish first look of actor Darrell DSilva as Salvador in the film Taking to his social media timelines Yash shared Darrell DSilvas first look poster saying Introducing Darrell DâSilva as SALVADOR in A Toxic Fairy Tale For GrownUps Toxic In Cinemas Worldwide from 19032026 ToxicTheMovie ToxicOnMarch19thDirector Geethu Mohandas praised Darrell DSilvas work in the film saying It isnt easy to learn Kannada and deliver it with such fluency and confidence I truly bow to your dedication and discipline Your energy on set was absolutely infectious You lifted every moment with your presence and passion See you soon in India humphrybaudilaireThe makers have already released actors Akshay Oberoi Sudev Nair and Balaji Manohars first looks in the film While Balaji Manohar plays Bheera actors Akshay Oberoi plays Tony and Sudev Nair plays Karmadi in the filmDirector Geethu Mohandas who took to her Instagram stories to share her experience of directing Balaji Manohar wrote It has been an absolute pleasure working with you I noticed how you chose to stay on set even after your shots were done simply to soak in the process of cinema That kind of dedication is rare Your enthusiasm your constant curiosity and your willingness to contribute thoughtful suggestions never go unnoticed You just dont perform your role you invest in the film Thank you balajimanoharofficialSpeaking about Sudev director Geetu Mohandas shared on social media âThis journey would have been much tougher without the right casting for Karmadi I needed someone who could be present and quietly supportive of the film and Sudev made it effortless Having worked with him before I knew the depth of his talent and once again he reminded me why I value him so highlyShe further said His craft is powerful yet understated and he committed himself not just to the role but to the entire journey of our film He brought a quiet strength to every frame â depth without display emotion without excess â and on set he led gently simply by example I believe talent alone doesnt take you far â good people do And Sudev is not just here to stay but to truly thriveâThe director also penned a post about working with AkshayShe wrote âWorking with Akshay has been one of those rare experiences that reminds me why I enjoy directing actors so much What sets him apart immediately is his curiosity He doesnât approach a script passively he interrogates it in the most thoughtprovoking way He asks questions not to intellectualize the work but to deepen it He wants to understand the emotional architecture of a scene â what precedes it what it costs what it leaves behindStating that as a director she didnt have to pull him towards the truth as heâs already searching for it the director said Akshay genuinely enjoys acting Even in the most intense complex moments thereâs a sense of discovery in him Watch out for this talent because heâs gonna kill itâThe recently unveiled teaser has already amplified intrigue clocking over 200 million views in 24 hours while introducing Yash in a striking new cleanshaven avatar as âTicketâ â instantly sparking multiple theories of a possible dual role Written by Yash and Geetu Mohandas and directed by Geetu Mohandas Toxic A Fairytale for GrownUps has been simultaneously shot in Kannada and English with dubbed versions planned in Hindi Telugu Tamil Malayalam and several other languages â underscoring its global ambitionProduced by Venkat K Narayana and Yash under KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations Toxic is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on March 19 this year The film also stars Nayanthara Kiara Advani Huma Qureshi Rukmini Vasanth and Tara Sutaria in pivotal roles IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/yashs-toxic-team-introduces-darrell-dsilva-as-salvador-in-film-662645.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:55:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/pooja-hegde-gets-back-to-work-after-returning-from-travel-662650.html Mumbai Feb 25 Actress Pooja Hegde is back in the bay and has dived straight into work after wrapping up her recent travel Pooja took to her Instagram stories where she shared a photograph One featured the actress in her vanity van all dolled up as she took a mirror selfie She also reshared a picture with celebrated photographer Avinash GowarikarFor the caption the actress who recently attended the live concert by American singersongwriter John Mayer wrote âBack home and back to shootâPooja did not divulge detaiils about what she was shooting forIt was earlier in February when the actress took to Instagram to share glimpses from the show admitting she has been âfan girlingâ over the Grammywinning musician John Mayer for years and still canât believe she finally got to see him perform livePooja took to Instagram stories where she shared a string of images and videos from the concert and captioned it with âCanât believe Iâve finally seen him liveâ âBucket list doneâ âFan girling for LIFEâ and âNeed to do this againâPooja was last seen in a song titled âMonicaâ from the recently released film âCoolieââCoolieâ is an Indian Tamillanguage action thriller film directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj The film stars Rajinikanth Nagarjuna Upendra Soubin Shahir Sathyaraj Shruti Haasan Reba Monica John Junior MGR Monisha Blessy and Kaali VenkatThe film features actors Sathyaraj and Rajinikanth together after almost 38 yearsCoolie which is Rajinikanths 171st film revolves around gold smuggling Interestingly director Lokesh Kanakaraj has disclosed that Coolie will be a stand alone film and not a part of his Lokesh Cinematic Universe LCU She will next be seen in Jana Nayagan a political action thriller film directed by H VinothShe will next be seen in Jana Nayagan directed by H Vinoth It is intended to be the final film appearance of Vijay before he enters politics as well as KVNs first Tamil language productionShe also has Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai with Varun Dhawan and Mrunal Thakur IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/pooja-hegde-gets-back-to-work-after-returning-from-travel-662650.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/nawwab-shah-recalls-arriving-in-bombay-in-1990-dreams-in-my-pockets-stars-in-my-eyes-662653.html Mumbai Feb 25 Actor Nawwab Shah took a jog down memory lane as he revisited the year 1990 the time he first arrived in Bombay with aspirations of making it big in the film industry Nawwab took to Instagram where he shared a string of images from his younger days and reflected on stepping into the city with âdreams in my pockets passion in my bones and stars in my eyesâFor the caption Nawwab wrote â1990 Just arrived in Bombay with dreams in my pockets passion in my bones and stars in my eyesâHe added âThe â90s on the calendar but a pure â70s soulâfree fearless a little wild I lived hard loved deep chased the moment and Iâm still doing the same Life was never meant to be rushed or postponed itâs meant to be felt right here right nowâEncouraging others to remain grounded and grateful Nawwab shared that the true essence of living lies in staying present being in love with life and pushing boundaries without fearâStay present Stay in love Fly high break limits feel the adrenaline the power the poetry of being alive Weâre not here by accidentâweâre here to bloom to fly to love to careâ and to truly liveâ he concludedNawwab made his acting career in 1993 with Akbar The Great as Babar Later he appeared in popular serials such as Shaktimaan in 1997 and Indian in 1999He worked with director Rajeev Kumar in 2000 in Raja Ko Rani Se Pyar Ho Gaya The film starred Arvind Swamy and Manisha KoiralaUjjal Chattopadhyays Escape from Taliban was the first film which had given Nawwab a chance to prove his talent The story was more focused on Manisha Koirala but Shahs performance was praisedHis performances in Farhan Akhtars Lakshya and Saurabh Shuklas Chehraa fetched some praise In 2011 Nawwab was signed to play a villain in Salman Khans Bodyguard He then played another negative role as Jabbar in Don 2 which starred Shah Rukh Khan in the lead He also appeared in Bhaag Milkha Bhaag as a Pakistani athletics coach The actor married Pooja Batra in July 2019 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/nawwab-shah-recalls-arriving-in-bombay-in-1990-dreams-in-my-pockets-stars-in-my-eyes-662653.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:28:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sushmita-sen-celebrates-3-year-milestone-says-no-excuse-only-result-662655.html Mumbai Feb 25 Actress Sushmita Sen is celebrating a significant milestone in her professional and fitness journey as she shared her âno excuse only resultâ Sushmita took to Instagram where she shared a video montage featuring her working out flaunting her abs showcasing her slender body and swimmingShe added a text overlay that read âNo excuse just resultâSushmita whoat the age of 18 Sen entered and won the title Femina Miss India earning the right to compete at the Miss Universe 1994 contest wrote as the captionâThank you God 3years I love you guys duggaduggaâJust last month Sushmita shared a glimpse from her workout session where she was seen training alongside Alisah labelling her daughter as her âinspired gangâ In the clip the two are could doing a core workoutâkeepgoing strongerthanyesterday My inspired gang alisahsen47 zellastrid Thank you for being this amazing amp sooooo much fun Come join usâletâs get stronger together I love you guys duggadugga 2026â Sushmita wroteThe 50yearold actress is the mother of two adopted daughters At the age of 24 years old she adopted her first daughter Renee Sen in 2000 while her second daughter Alisah joined the family in 2010On the work front Sushmita was last seen in Aarya 3 an Indian crimethriller drama television series by Ram Madhvani The show stars Sushmita Sen in the title role and is based on the Dutch drama series PenozaThe series is about Aarya an independent woman who seeks to protect her family and joins a mafia gang to get revenge for her husbands murder Recently the show has been nominated for the International Emmy Awards for best Drama seriesThe 50yearold star made her acting debut playing a fictionalised version of herself in the 1996 thriller Dastak She was then seen in films such as Biwi No1 Sirf Tum Filhaal Aankhen Main Hoon Na Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya Aarya and Taali where she portrayed transgender activist Shreegauri Sawant in the miniseries which was released in 2023 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sushmita-sen-celebrates-3-year-milestone-says-no-excuse-only-result-662655.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:43:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sivakarthikeyan-lauds-radhika-sarathkumar-for-shooting-for-thaai-kelavi-despite-knee-pain-662656.html Chennai Feb 25 Stating that only actress Radhika Sarathkumar could have pulled off the lead role of director Sivakumar Murugesans Thaai Kelavi so convincingly actor and producer Sivakarthikeyan lauded the veteran actress for her commitment and revealed how she continued to work on the film despite her severe knee pain that required a surgery Participating in the trailer and audio launch of the film which has been produced by his production house Sivakarthikeyan Productions the actor said Only Radhika maam could have pulled off this character She had knee pain and had to undergo a surgery So she requested us if she could complete the surgery and then come and shoot the remaining portionsHe went on to sayHowever all the artistes working along with her were very busy and assembling all of them again would be difficult So we requested Radhika maam that we will shoot all the portions in which she is seen sitting with the artistes We told her we would shoot those portions in which she is seen walking in which she appears alone laterSivakarthikeyan added Thanks to her cooperation we shot the entire film in one schedule Thanks to the support of the entire cast Sivakumar Murugesan completed the film on the day he said he would complete Sivakarthikeyan also praised the genuinity of director Sivakumar Murugesan on the occasion He went on on to say I like the genuineness of Sivakumar Murugesan more than his writing This ecosystem film industry tends to bring it down I think my job is to make sure that that does not happen The genuineness is what makes us appreciate this script My next film after Seyon too will be with Sivakumar Murugesan This is not for result or business or collection It is for Sivakumars genuinenessFor the unaware Thaai Kelavi which will be a comedy drama features actress Radhika in the lead The film also features actors Singam Puli Arul Doss Bala Saravanan Munishkanth Ilavarasu George Maryan Muthukumar and Raichal Rabecca in pivotal rolesThe film which has been produced by Sudhan Sundaram and Sivakarthikeyan has music by Nivas K Prasanna and editing by San Lokesh Cinematography for the film is by Vivek Vijayakumar while art direction is by Ramu Thangaraj IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sivakarthikeyan-lauds-radhika-sarathkumar-for-shooting-for-thaai-kelavi-despite-knee-pain-662656.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:46:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/danny-denzongpa-turns-78-friend-jackie-shroff-celebrates-with-song-sun-sun-kasam-se-662660.html Mumbai Feb 25 As veteran actor Danny Denzongpa turned 78 on Wednesday his longtime friend and actor Jackie Shroff marked the occasion with a musical tribute in his honour Danny and Jackie share a decadeslong friendship The two have even shared screen space in films such as Andar Baahar Bandish and 1942 A Love Story to name a fewJackie took to Instagram where he shared a video montage featuring pictures of Danny from his younger days to now For the caption he simply wrote âdannydenzongpa happybirthdayâHe added the song Sun Sun Kasam Se picturised on Danny and actress Farida Jalal from the 1975 film Kala Sona directed by Ravikant Nagaich It also stars Feroz Khan Parveen Babi Prem Chopra Helen Durga Khote Keshto Mukherjee and BhagwanThe film follows the story of Rakesh who in a bid to seek revenge sets off to a village and discovers the identity of his fathers killer Poppy Singh To accomplish his mission Rakesh strives to earn Poppys trustDanny in a career spanning five decades has acted in over 190 films since 1971 In 2003 he was awarded the Padma Shri He has also starred in some international films the most famous being Seven Years in Tibet where he appeared alongside Brad PittHis best known villainous roles are in Dhund 36 Ghante Bandish Jeeo Aur Jeene Do Pyar Jhukta Nahin AandhiToofan Agneepath Hum Krantiveer Indian and Enthiran In contrast his best known positive roles were in Chor Machaye Shor Fakira Kalicharan Devata Bulundi Adhikar Aag Hi Aag and China GateHis directorial venture Phir Wahi Raat was considered among the top five horrorsuspense films of Hindi CinemaHe was last seen in onscreen in Uunchai directed by Sooraj Barjatya It also features Amitabh Bachchan Anupam Kher Boman Irani Parineeti Chopra Neena Gupta and Sarika IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/danny-denzongpa-turns-78-friend-jackie-shroff-celebrates-with-song-sun-sun-kasam-se-662660.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:22:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/mamta-kulkarni-remembers-divya-bharti-on-her-52nd-birth-anniversary-662661.html Mumbai Feb 25 Former actress Mamta Kulkarni took a moment to remember late star Divya Bharti on her 52nd birth anniversary on Wednesday sharing a heartfelt wish in her memory Mamta took to Instagram where she shared a throwback picture of herself along with Divya who passed away aged 19 in 1993She posted a warm message saying âWish you Happy Birthday Divya Bhartiâ accompanied by celebratory emojis as she fondly recalled the actress who left an indelible mark on Hindi cinema despite her shortlived careerDivya Bharti was known for her acting vivacity and beauty she was among the highestpaid actresses of her time She began her career as a teenager while working as a pinup modelDivya made her acting debut with the Telugu film Bobbili Raja in 1990 which was a blockbuster at the box office She subsequently starred in successful Telugu films such as Assembly Rowdy and Rowdy Alludu establishing herself as a leading actress in the industryShe transitioned to Hindi cinema with the action thriller Vishwatma in 1992 She was then seen in Shola Aur Shabnam The actress featured in films such as Jaan Se Pyaara Deewana Balwaan Dil Hi To Hai Dushman Zamana Geet Dil Aashna Hai Kshatriya and Rang Her last release was the 1993 film Shatranj starring Mithun Chakraborty Jackie Shroff Juhi ChawlaIn 1993 Bharti died at the age of 19 after falling from the balcony of her fifthfloor apartment in Bombay The circumstances of her death led to various conspiracy theories but it was officially ruled as an accidental fallTalking about Mamta she featured in films such as Waqt Hamara Hai Krantiveer Karan Arjun Sabse Bada Khiladi Andolan Baazi China Gate and Chhupa Rustam A Musical Thriller She quit the film industry after her appearance in the film Kabhie Tum Kabhie Hum IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/mamta-kulkarni-remembers-divya-bharti-on-her-52nd-birth-anniversary-662661.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:42:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/pooja-bhatt-marks-10th-birthday-sober-calls-it-a-milestone--662669.html Mumbai Feb 25 Actressfilmmaker Pooja Bhatt described her latest birthday as special âfor more reasons than oneâ as she celebrated turning 54 along with a a decade of sobriety Pooja took to Instagram where she shared a picture of herself In the image the actressfilmmaker is seen holding a rose as sunrays gently fall on her skin adding a golden glowSharing her thoughts on social media Pooja expressed gratitude for the âtsunami of loveâ and went on to underscore that what made the day most meaningful was it being her â10th birthday soberââYesterday was special for more reasons than one the tsunami of love received from all of youfor which I am truly grateful The privilege of turning 54â she wrotePooja added âBut mostly for the milestone of it being my 10TH Birthday SOBER 54 yrs of being 10 years of TRULY living Gratitude to the Universe for everything and more sobrietyrocksâThe daughter of Mahesh Bhatt and halfsister of actress Alia Bhatt Pooja played her first leading role in the television film Daddy in 1989Her breakthrough came with the romance comedy Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin in 1991 which also emerged as her highest grossing release In the following decade she earned critical acclaim for her performances in the films Sadak Junoon Naaraaz Angrakshak Chaahat Tamanna Border Kabhi Na Kabhi Angaaray and Zakhm This was followed by a hiatus and intermittent workShe was recently seen on screen in Chup Revenge of the Artist directed by R BalkiThe film stars Sunny Deol Dulquer Salmaan and Shreya Dhanwanthary Set in Mumbai the film focuses on a serial killer targeting corrupt film critics and a police officer assigned to catch the killerPooja was also seen as a contestant in the controversial reality show âBigg Boss OTT 2â where Elvish Yadav emerged as the winner and Abhishek Malhan was the runnerup IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/pooja-bhatt-marks-10th-birthday-sober-calls-it-a-milestone--662669.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/drew-barrymore-revisits-her-90s-memories-through-old-photographs-662671.html Mumbai Feb 25 Hollywood star Drew Barrymore took a trip down memory lane as she looked back at photographs from the 1990s reminiscing about a defining decade that shaped her journey Barrymore took to Instagram where she shared a video that began with the actress having a good laugh The clip had the text overlay which read âMom what were you like in the 90sâWith Goo Goo Dollâs âIrisâ playing in the background the actress shared some throwback pictures and video clips from her younger daysâOh the 90s I went down memory lane looking at these photographsâ Barrymore wrote in the captionHer friend from the industries took over the comment section and dropped their messages for the actressKat Dennings wrote âAn angel now and foreverâFlorence Pugh penned âYou were just the coolest ever with the coolest hair and the coolest smile AhhhhhâChelsea Hobbs said âYou WERE the 90âsâRachel Zegler said that Barrymore is âstill the baddest in the gameâBarrymore who has received multiple awards and nominations including a Golden Globe Award an Emmy Award and an Actor Award rose to prominence as a child star in ET the ExtraTerrestrial in 1982She gained stardom with roles in Firestarter Poison Ivy Boys on the Side Scream Ever AfterNever Been Kissed Charlies Angels and Charlies Angels Full ThrottleShe has starred with Adam Sandler in The Wedding Singer 50 First Dates and Blended Her other notable film credits include Batman Forever Donnie Darko Confessions of a Dangerous Mind Music and Lyrics Hes Just Not That Into You and Going the DistanceShe took home the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Television Film for her portrayal of Edith Bouvier Beale in Grey Gardens She made her directorial debut with Whip It in 2009 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/drew-barrymore-revisits-her-90s-memories-through-old-photographs-662671.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/flipperachi-recalls-moment-he-realised-fa9la-became-a-sensation-in-india-662675.html New Delhi Feb 25 Bahraini rapper Flipperachi says he knew his track âFA9LAâ which featured in Aditya Dharâs âDhurandharâ had turned into a fullblown phenomenon in India when videos roaring crowd reactions and an overwhelming flood of messages from across the country began pouring in consistently Asked when and how he got to know that his track âFA9LAâ which featured Akshaye Khanna in the Hindi film became a phenomenon in India Flipperachi whose real name is Hussam Aseem told IANS âWhen the videos crowd reactions and messages from India came flooding in consistentlyââThatâs when I knew we hit something bigâ said the singer who is famous for blending Khaleeji sounds with modern beatsAsked if he were to perform in India tomorrow what would the stage represent for you the leading figure in Arab hiphop said âIt would represent growth Every new market is a new chapterââItâs validation in a way but also motivation to keep building Its always been in my pursuit to level up and this is definitely a reflection of thatâ said the talent who is all set to perform in Mumbai on March 13Meanwhile Dhar is currently busy shooting for the second installment of âDhurandharââDhurandhar 2â resumes with Hamza Ali Mazhari an Indian undercover agent who has successfully infiltrated Pakistanâs underworld After taking down Rehman Dakait Hamza ascends the ranks of power only to face his most formidable adversary yet Major Iqbal the ISI mastermind known as Bade SahabThe film features an ensemble cast consisting of Ranveer Singh Akshaye Khanna Sanjay Dutt Arjun Rampal and R MadhavanThe first instalment of the duology centres on a highstakes covert counterterrorism operationThe film follows an undercover Indian intelligence agent who infiltrates Karachis criminal syndicates and political power structures in Pakistan in an effort to dismantle a terror network targeting IndiaThe films storyline draws loose inspiration from multiple reallife geopolitical events and conflicts in South Asia including the 1999 IC814 hijacking the 2001 Indian Parliament attack the 2008 Mumbai attacks and developments linked to Pakistans Operation Lyari IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/flipperachi-recalls-moment-he-realised-fa9la-became-a-sensation-in-india-662675.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shatrughan-sinha-remembers-late-sunil-dutt-vinod-khanna-after-watching-dhurandhar-662676.html Mumbai Feb 25 Veteran actorpolitician Shatrughan Sinha remembered late stars Sunil Dutt and Vinod Khanna after watching the âcommercial masterpieceâ âDhurandharâ praising their sons Sanjay Dutt and Akshaye Khanna After watching the Aditya Dhar directorial Shatrughan called Dhurandhar a gripping and entertaining cinematic experienceShatrughan took to X formerly called Twitter and wrote âWow Just happened to see the most talked about film an absolute masterpiece Dhurandhar What propaganda film A film is a film is a film Its a great film gripping interesting amp full of entertainment made with sincerityââThe sets too have been created beautifully in Bangkok Thailand depicting Pakistan in a very realistic manner Technically brilliant with great editing The cinematographer deserves applause for his exquisite work Kudos to the entire supremely talented cast amp crew who have made this film a visual delight Everyone stands out superblyâHe heaped praise on the cast as wellTalking about Ranveer Singh Shatrughan said âOne amp only our Ranveer Singh RanveerOfficial fits the bill amp is outstandingâHe described Sanjay as a âworthy son of a most worthy fatherâ and said Akshaye has carved his own identity with a remarkable portrayal that leaves a lasting impressionâWorthy son duttsanjay of the most worthy father late amp great SunilDutt is brilliant our dear great VinodKhannas son AkshayeKhanna now creates his own identity by portraying an extraordinary role amp leaves an extremely lasting impression with his flawless performanceably amp aptly directed by AdityaDhar amp rightly marketed through Youtube which highlights itâShatrughan called Rakesh Bedi as the âicing on the cakeââThe icing on the cake certainly is our dear friend RakeshBedi who has won our hearts with a wonderful amp amazing role with a fine balancing act which only he could have doneââMusic amp choreography has brought revolutionary in cinema especially Shararat amp Ishq JalakarKarvaan are euphoricfoot tapping with great repeat value Also in a powerful cameo portrayal is our charming saumyatandon who stands out Team Dhurandhars brilliance in performances can be credited to the role model now in cinema AdityaDharFilmsâTagging the film as a âcommercial masterpieceâ he called Aditya Dhar most sought after and successful filmmakerâThis commercial masterpiece by most sought after successful filmmaker AdityaDharFilms is an unforgettable cinematic treat masterstroke indeed Long Live Indian cinema Jai Hindâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shatrughan-sinha-remembers-late-sunil-dutt-vinod-khanna-after-watching-dhurandhar-662676.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ishita-dutta-says-god-how-fast-they-grow-as-she-drops-son-to-school-with-daughter-veda-662690.html Mumbai Feb 25 Actress Ishita Dutta shared a heartwarming family glimpse as she accompanied her little one Vaayu for school drop duty with husband Vatsal Sheth and daughter Veda Taking to Instagram Stories the actress shared a cheerful glimpse from inside a car posing with her husband actor Vatsal Sheth and their childrenWhile the couple flashed bright smiles for the camera their son Vaayu looked adorably into the lens and the younger one was seen resting in Vatsalâs arms with a heart emoji placed over the babyâs faceâVeda on school dro god how fast are this growing upâ Ishita wrote as the captionVatsal and Ishita met on the sets of their show Rishton Ka Saudagar Baazigar in 2016 They got married in 2017 in Mumbai In 2023 the couple had a baby boy VaayuThe couple welcomed their second child Veda in June 2025 They announced the news on Instagram sharing a hospital picture and stating their family of four is now completeIshita began her acting career in 2012 with the Telugu film Chanakyudu She then transitioned to television with her breakout role in Ek Ghar Banaunga in 2013 She made her Bollywood debut playing Anju Salgaonkar in the 2015 thriller Drishyam which significantly raised her profileLast month the actress commenced shooting for âDrishyam 3âIshita had posted a picture of the filmâs clapboard followed by another snapshot of herself standing next to her vanity vanCaptioning the post she wrote âDo I need to say moreâDrishyam3âThe makers of the upcoming film âDrishyam 3â started the Goa schedule in DecemberActor Jaideep Ahlawat has also joined the franchise Jaideep is known for his intense screen presence and nuanced performances and brings a compelling new energy to the âDrishyamâ universe promising a fresh and unpredictable dynamic as the story unfoldsFilming in Goa flagged off from January 8 with the schedule expected to continue till the end of February The entire cast will be part of the Goa schedule with Ajay Devgn Tabu Shriya Saran and Rajat Kapoor returning for this edgeoftheseat family thrillerDrishyam tells the gripping tale of a family caught in the shadow of a shocking disappearance â a policewomanâs son goes missing and she threatens to destroy Vijayâs family Determined to protect his loved ones Vijay spares no effort in keeping them safeSeven years later in the sequel the Salgaonkars have tried to move on from the traumatic events of their past But just when life seems to have found its rhythm unexpected circumstances arise threatening to unearth dark truths long buriedThe film is a Hindi remake of the Malayalam film of the same name Drishyam has also IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ishita-dutta-says-god-how-fast-they-grow-as-she-drops-son-to-school-with-daughter-veda-662690.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:58:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rupali-ganguly-shares-stage-with-amitabh-bachchan-amp-sachin-tendulkar-says-iconic-aapko-kya-dialogue--662704.html Mumbai Feb 25 Television superstar Rupali Ganguly recently shared the stage with megastar Amitabh Bachchan and cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar at the ISPL event The actress apart from dancing at the opening act of the event and meeting her fans also delivered her iconic âAapko Kyaâ dialogue from her hit show AnupamaaRupali took to her social media to share a video featuring glimpses from the event and captioned her post as âOne of the most cherished evenings of my life Hosting the ISPL event sharing the stage laughter and moments with so many talented soulsâ this is why I love what I do Grateful for the love the respect and the beautiful energy around me Memories like these stay forever Thank u Aditya Bhatt and Saagar thakkar for this wonderful opportunity ISPL rupaliganguly actorlife indiaâAt the event Rupali was seen elegantly dressed in a traditional lehenga choli ensemble as she stood alongside Amitabh Bachchan and Sachin TendulkarIn one of the moments captured the actress was seen greeting Big B Another clip showed her enthusiastically recreating her popular âAapko Kyaâ dialogueShe was also seen holding the cricket bat and flung an imaginary ball into the air along with Sachin TendulkarRupali looked thrilled and excited to meet the legendsTalking about Rupali the actress who is one of the highestpaid television actresses in India is best known for portraying Monisha Singh Sarabhai in the sitcom Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Anupamaa Joshi in the hit television drama AnupamaaShe made her acting debut at age seven in her fathers directorial venture Saaheb in 1985The actress was also seen as Dr Simran Chopra in the medical drama series Sanjivani A Medical Boon where she essayed an antagonist She also participated in Bigg Boss season 1 The actress was also seen in Ek Packet Umeed and Parvarrish â Kuchh Khattee Kuchh MeethiRupali is currently seen in the TV show Anupamaa that is a remake of Star Jalshas Bengali series SreemoyeeThe show revolves around Anupamaa Joshi a selfless homemaker who reclaims her identity independence and self respect after being taken for granted by her family for years and dealing with husbands infidelity IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rupali-ganguly-shares-stage-with-amitabh-bachchan-amp-sachin-tendulkar-says-iconic-aapko-kya-dialogue--662704.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:42:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/lights-camera-campaign-left-turns-to-cultural-icons-seeking-3rd-term-for-cm-vijayan-662714.html Thiruvananthapuram Feb 25 As Kerala moves closer to the Assembly polls the ruling CPIM is leaving little to chance in its bid to secure a rare third consecutive term for Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan Stung by an unexpected drubbing in the December local body elections the Left has recalibrated with a conspicuous pivot towards the stateâs influential cultural sphereAt the centre of this outreach is the partyâs Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas widely seen as devising a strategy to harness the persuasive power of cinema and literatureThe most highprofile move was bringing in superstar and Dadasaheb Phalke award winner Mohanlal who was âflownâ out of a shooting schedule in Thodupuzha for a twoday programme culminating in a televised interaction with the Chief MinisterDirected by filmmaker TK Rajeev Kumar the exercise followed structured discussions on tone and content underscoring the meticulous planning behind the opticsSignificantly this came months after Mohanlal and Kamal Haasan skipped the state governmentâs âExtreme Poverty Freeâ declaration ceremony held on November 1 2025 in Thiruvananthapuram despite being listed as special guestsOnly Mammootty attended marking his first public appearance after months of medical treatmentPolitical observers note that Mohanlalâs subsequent decision to interview CM Vijayan restored visible proximity recalling a similar interaction he once had with former Chief Minister Oommen ChandyEarlier Mohanlal had featured in a promotional film for the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation directed by Priyadarshan under Transport Minister KB Ganesh Kumar further blurring the line between governance messaging and celebrity endorsementThis intensified engagement with film personalities also unfolds against the backdrop of the controversial Hema Committee report which had sent ripples through the Malayalam film industrySenior officials in the Vijayan government are understood to have examined the report in detail including the sensitive names it referencesWhile the government has maintained procedural discretion political observers note that the timing of cultural outreach cannot be entirely divorced from this contextAttention has also turned to actor Jayaram questioned in the Sabarimala gold heist case and whether he will once again campaign for CM VijayanWith Culture Minister Saji Cherian roping in rap singer Vedan and actress Bhavana for a cultural event in Chengannur his home turf on Saturday the message is clear the Left is tapping every strand of Keralaâs cultural capitalAs the highstakes Kerala Legislative Assembly election approaches the lingering question is whether this is astute image management or a sign of a party determined not to leave narrative control to chance IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/lights-camera-campaign-left-turns-to-cultural-icons-seeking-3rd-term-for-cm-vijayan-662714.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sanjay-leela-bhansali-is-hale-and-hearty-says-his-team-662715.html Mumbai Feb 25 Indian auteur Sanjay Leela Bhansali who was earlier reported to have a health scare is doing perfectly fine The directorâs publicist has shared a statement calling the reports of his hospitalisation as false and misleadingThe statement read âReports about SLB being hospitalised are completely false and baseless There is no truth to them We request you to kindly refrain from carrying any such stories as they have no verified sourceâEarlier Sanjay Leela Bhansali celebrated a working birthday on the sets of Alia Bhatt Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushalstarrer âLove amp Warâ Many fans and industry colleagues took to social media to wish the director producer and music composer Among them was Alia Bhatt who has worked with him earlier in âGangubai KathiawadiâActress Manisha Koirala also penned a heartfelt birthday note for filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali calling him a âgeniusâ and praising his unwavering devotion to cinema and the pursuit of excellenceTaking to Instagram Manisha lauded Bhansaliâs intensity discipline and poetic storytelling saying that stepping into the world he creates is both a challenge and a privilege for any actorâHappy Birthday Sanjay To call you a genius would be easy but what truly defines you is your devotion Your devotion to cinema to beauty to music to emotion and to the relentless pursuit of excellence I have always admired the way you surrender yourself completely to your art The intensity the discipline the madness the poetry all of it becomes part of the world you create And as actors stepping into your universe is both a challenge and a privilegeâShe credited him for not just directing scenes but âsculpting feelingsâ and composing stories like symphonies while highlighting the rare vulnerability that underlines the grandeur of his cinema âYou donât just direct scenes you sculpt feelings You donât just tell stories you compose them like symphonies Your cinema has grandeur yes but it also carries deep vulnerability And that is rareâManisha first worked with SLB in the 1996 romantic drama musical film âKhamoshi The Musicalâ The film also stars Salman Khan Nana Patekar and Seema Biswas The film followed Annie a hearing and speechimpaired couples daughter who meets Raj who brings music and love to her life IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sanjay-leela-bhansali-is-hale-and-hearty-says-his-team-662715.html Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:33:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/amid-break-up-buzz-with-veer-pahariya-tara-sutaria-purchases-her-maiden-home-in-mumbai-662436.html Mumbai Feb 23 Actress Tara Sutaria seems to be focusing on both her personal and professional life following her breakup with actor Veer Pahariya She has become a proud homeowner after buying her first house in Mumbai Sharing the happy news with the netizens on social media Tara treated them with a couple of pictures of her new abode and wrote âTo new beginningsâ To endless laughter and love in my first home and to embracing 2026 with arms wide open sicThe post showed Tara dressed in a beautiful offwhite saree She accessorized her ethnic look with some traditional golden jewellery and a gajra in her hair which had been tied in a bunWe could also see various glimpses of her stunning home from various cornersCarrying a charming retro vibe the house was spotted with some aesthetically pleasing teakwood furnitureTara was also seen flaunting her piano placed in an open space with wooden flooringShe was also seen performing what appears to be a housewarming ritual for her new homeAs soon as the post was up many Bollywood celebs such as Orry Rhea Chakraborty Badshah and Sonam Bajwa extended warm wishes to Tara in the comment section Recently Tara has been creating a lot of buzz due to her alleged breakup with actor Veer Pahariya If the reports are to be believed these two began dating in 2025 The couple confirmed their relationship in July last year However the speculation that Tara and Veer have parted ways started doing rounds after Punjabi singer AP Dhillons Mumbai concert controversyWhile neither of the two has commented on the matter Tara was missing from Veers recent birthday bash Not just that she did not even share a birthday wish for him on social media Before this fueling the breakup rumours Veer was also seen attending Nupur Sanon and Stebin Bens wedding reception alone IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/amid-break-up-buzz-with-veer-pahariya-tara-sutaria-purchases-her-maiden-home-in-mumbai-662436.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:43:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/winona-ryder-reunites-with-jenna-ortega-tim-burton-for-wednesday-season-3-662441.html Los Angeles Feb 24 Hollywood actress Winona Ryder is set to appear in a special appearance in the upcoming season of the superhit streaming show âWednesday The role means a âBeetlejuice Beetlejuiceâ reunion is set for the hit showâs third season reports âVarietyââWednesdayâ star Jenna Ortega played Ryderâs daughter in the film while Winona Ryderâs longtime collaborator Tim Burton directed the film and continues to direct and executive produce âWednesdayâAs per âVarietyâ meanwhile âWednesdayâ creators and showrunners Al Gough and Miles Millar wrote the screenplay for âBeetlejuice BeetlejuiceâTim Burton said in a statement âI am so happy that Winona has joined us she fits right into this world And sheâs a dear friend I always feel lucky to work with herâThe role marks a swift return to Netflix for Winona Ryder who recently starred in the fifth and final season of âStranger Thingsâ having originally joined that show in 2016 Exact details on who she will play in âWednesdayâ are being kept under wrapsâWhen it comes to Outcasts Winona Ryder is the GOATâ Gough amp Millar said âHer legendary partnership with Tim Burton has defined some of cinemaâs most unforgettable characters We loved collaborating with her on âBeetlejuice Beetlejuiceâ and couldnât be more thrilled to welcome her to NevermoreâWinona Ryder is the latest new cast member announced for season 3 of the show following the news that Eva Green would portray Morticia Addamsâ sister Ophelia Ryder famously starred in the original âBeetlejuiceâ in 1988 before returning for the longawaited sequel in 2024She and Burton also worked together on the criticallyacclaimed feature âEdward Scissorhandsâ as well as the 2012 animated movie âFrankenweenieâ Winona Ryder is a twotime Oscar nominee one for best supporting actress for âThe Age of Innocenceâ and another for best actress for âLittle Womenâ Aside from âStranger Thingsâ her other TV roles include âThe Plot Against Americaâ and âShow Me a Heroâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/winona-ryder-reunites-with-jenna-ortega-tim-burton-for-wednesday-season-3-662441.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 03:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/vijay-deverakonda-rashmika-mandanna-wedding-guests-to-be-served-with-japanese-cuisine-662442.html Mumbai Feb 24 The wedding festivities of actor couple Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are set to feature a fullblown Japanese cuisine for the guests The actress recently took to the Stories section of her Instagram and shared a picture from the festivities The actress offered a glimpse into an exquisitely curated dinner settingThe image showcases a beautifully styled tablescape bathed in warm golden light At the centre sits a delicate floral arrangement featuring blush pink lilies and soft green hydrangeas artfully paired with fresh green apples and cascading grapes giving the decor an organic gardenmeetsluxury aestheticPlaced elegantly on the table was a bespoke printed menu card hinting at a specially curated Japanese dining experience for guests The choice reflects a refined and globally inspired palate adding an intimate gourmet touch to the prewedding celebrationsRashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are set to tie the nuptial knot on February 26 The couple landed in Udaipur on Monday to flag off their wedding festivities The wedding ceremony will take place at Mementos by ITC Hotels Ekaaya Udaipur While Vijay was dressed in a black leather ensemble his woman Rashmika Mandanna complemented him in a sophisticated outfitThe actressâ attire featured a blazer with a notch lapel collar padded shoulders fulllength sleeves folded to the elbow double front pockets a tailored design and fit and an open frontVijay rounded up his look with a moustache and waved to the media and fans before leaving for the wedding venueThe ceremony is described as intended to be private and intimate with only close family and friends followed by planned receptionsReports suggest a strict nophone policy and NDAs for planners to keep the event private Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakondaâs love story began when they worked together on the Telugu hit âGeetha Govindamâ in 2018 their onscreen chemistry sparked early dating rumours They reunited again in âDear Comradeâ which intensified fan speculation about a reallife bond Over subsequent years they were frequently seen together privately and at events though both kept personal details out of the spotlight IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/vijay-deverakonda-rashmika-mandanna-wedding-guests-to-be-served-with-japanese-cuisine-662442.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 03:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/meiyang-chang-celebrates-chinese-new-year-with-flu-662443.html Mumbai Feb 24 Actorsinger Meiyang Chang celebrated the Chinese New Year of the Fire Horse with flu The actorsinger took to his Instagram recently and shared a picture from the occasion In the picture he can be seen sitting with his family He wrote in the caption âWhen the Chinese New Year of the Fire Horse started with 3 Fs Family Friends and Flu Iâd like to hold the first two close to my heart and abolish the third The annual feast that brings us and a slice of our custom amp culture together Kung XI Fa Cai to all celebrating the CNY and Tashi Delek for those celebrating Losar the Tibetan New YearâMeiyang Chang is an Indian of Chinese descent often referred to as IndianChinese born in Dhanbad Jharkhand which was part of Bihar when he was born in 1982 A thirdgeneration IndianChineseEarlier Meiyang Chang who was Prashant Tamangâs best friend for years spoke about his demise He revealed how the late singer was looking up to his project âThe Battle of Galwanâ and was thrilled to be working with Salman KhanâHis recent work in Paatal Lok Season 2 and the upcoming film with Salman Khan were big milestones in his career Prashant was extremely happy and excited about this phaseâ he sharedHe mentioned that they were to meet in the upcoming week in Mumbai and have a mini gettogether with their other friends a plan that was long dueExpressing concern for Prashants wife and daughter Meiyang Chang said âRight now my only wish is strength for his family His wife and daughter mean a lot to us and we will try our best to support them in every possible wayâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/meiyang-chang-celebrates-chinese-new-year-with-flu-662443.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 03:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/tom-hanks-to-portray-abraham-lincoln-in-film-adaptation-of-lincoln-in-the-bardo-662444.html Los Angeles Feb 24 The Oscarwinning actor Tom Hanks is set to portray the former President Abraham Lincoln in the upcoming film adaptation of âLincoln in the Bardoâ from Starburns Industries The actor will also produce the project based on George Saundersâ bestselling novel through his Playtone label with partner Gary Goetzman reports âVarietyâGeorge Saunders is adapting the novel with Oscarnominated filmmaker Duke Johnson set to direct and produceAs per âVarietyâ this is far from Hanksâ first time portraying a reallife figure with his filmography ranging from astronaut Jim Lovell to hero pilot Chesley âSullyâ Sullenberger as well as Washington Post editor Ben Bradlee Fred Rodgers and Walt Disney but it is the actorâs first time portraying a US PresidentWhile President Lincolnâs life leading the country through the Civil War and abolishing slavery as in Steven Spielbergâs âLincolnâ for which Daniel Day Lewis won the best actor Oscar and his 1865 assassination are more often explored in cinema and other forms of mediaâLincoln in the Bardoâ centers on Abraham Lincolnâs relationship with his recently deceased 11yearold son To capture one of the most intimate aspects of the politicians life the production will blend stopmotion animation and liveaction to explore âthemes of love empathy and human capacity in the face of unimaginable griefâ via an ensemble of characters âboth living and dead historical and inventedâJohnson Paul Young and Devon Young Rabinowitz are producing for Starburns Industries with the project as the first to go into production since the studio announced its film fund Steven Shareshian Aaron Mitchell and Saunders will serve as executive producers Production will take place in London IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/tom-hanks-to-portray-abraham-lincoln-in-film-adaptation-of-lincoln-in-the-bardo-662444.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 04:34:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/tara-sutaria-flaunts-her-special-koffee-with-karan-mug-on-the-wall-unit-of-her-new-luxurious-house-662447.html Mumbai Feb 24 Actress Tara Sutariaâs new house has a beautiful wall unit that features her âKoffee With Karanâ special mug The actress recently shared pictures from her aesthetically done living room where a welllit builtin wall unit displayed an array of books framed photographs vinyl records artefacts and dÃcor pieces It also included the iconic black âKoffee With Karanâ mug placed proudly among her possessed collectiblesFor the uninitiated Tara had appeared on âKoffee With Karanâ Season 6 in 2022 alongside her âHeropanti 2â costar Tiger ShroffThe actress seems to have moved on with her reported breakup with actor Veer Pahariya and seems to be focusing on both her personal and professional life The actress who shared glimpses of her new luxurious abode wrote on her social media account âTo new beginningsâ To endless laughter and love in my first home and to embracing 2026 with arms wide open sicThe post showed Tara dressed in a beautiful offwhite saree She accessorized her ethnic look with some traditional golden jewellery and a gajra in her hair which had been tied in a bunShe also gave a sneak peek into various corners of of her stunning homeCarrying a charming retro vibe the house flaunted some aesthetically pleasing teakwood furnitureTara was also seen flaunting her piano placed in an open space with wooden flooringShe was also seen performing what appears to be a housewarming ritual for her new homeRecently Tara had been creating a lot of buzz due to her alleged breakup with actor Veer Pahariya If the reports are to be believed the exes had begun dating in early 2025 The couple confirmed their relationship in July last year However the speculation that Tara and Veer have parted ways started doing rounds after Punjabi singer AP Dhillons Mumbai concert controversyWhile neither of the two have commented on the matter Tara was missing from Veers recent birthday bash Not just that she did not even share a birthday wish for him on social media fueling the breakup rumoursRecently Veer was also making a solo appearance at Nupur Sanon and Stebin Bens wedding reception in Mumbai IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/tara-sutaria-flaunts-her-special-koffee-with-karan-mug-on-the-wall-unit-of-her-new-luxurious-house-662447.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/big-b-meets-kamal-haasan-as-they-begin-kalki-2-shoot-we-shall-be-working-together-after-ages-662451.html Mumbai Feb 24 Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has reunited with cinema icon Kamal Haasan after almost four decades as the shoot for the muchanticipated sequel to âKalki 2898 ADâ has begun Big B took to his blog where he shared a string of pictures from the sets of âKalki 2â in the character of Ashwatthama the son of sage and warrior Dronacharya He even shared pictures with Kamal and said that the two last worked together in the 1985 film âGeraftaarâ directed by Prayag RaajTaking to his blog the veteran actor shared that he would be missing his customary Sunday meeting with fans as he is currently shooting in HyderabadâTold them that this Sunday I shall not be able to come since I was shooting in Hyderabad but still they come to confirm but apologies work first rest later sicâThe octogenarian shared his excitement about collaborating with Kamal Hasan again after a long gapâAnd meeting up with the great KAMAL HAASAN we shall be working together after ages last in GiraftarâGeraftaar also stars Poonam Dhillon and Rajinikanth The film which is one of the highestgrossing movies of the year 1985 follows the story of brothers Karan and Kishan who are separated when Karan is framed for a murder leading him to commit suicideTalking about working on the sequel to the 2024 epic mythological science fiction film by Nag Ashwin he said âKalki 2 begun the work and shall ever cherish the love and affection of anticipated presence on the Sunday but hopefully shall be with all this coming Sunday My loveâKalki 2898 AD stars Amitabh Bachchan Kamal Haasan Prabhas Deepika Padukone and Disha Patani Inspired by Hindu scriptures the film serves as the first instalment in the planned Kalki Cinematic UniverseSet in a dystopian future in the year 2898 AD in the city of Kashi the story follows a group on a mission to protect lab subject SUM80s unborn child believed to be Kalki the final incarnation of Vishnu IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/big-b-meets-kamal-haasan-as-they-begin-kalki-2-shoot-we-shall-be-working-together-after-ages-662451.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:11:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/big-b-meets-kamal-haasan-as-they-begin-kalki-2-shoot-working-together-after-ages-662452.html Mumbai Feb 24 Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has reunited with cinema icon Kamal Haasan after almost four decades as the shoot for the muchanticipated sequel to âKalki 2898 ADâ has begun Big B took to his blog where he shared a string of pictures from the sets of âKalki 2â in the character of Ashwatthama the son of sage and warrior Dronacharya He even shared pictures with Kamal and said that the two last worked together in the 1985 film âGeraftaarâ directed by Prayag RaajTaking to his blog the veteran actor shared that he would be missing his customary Sunday meeting with fans as he is currently shooting in HyderabadâTold them that this Sunday I shall not be able to come since I was shooting in Hyderabad but still they come to confirm but apologies work first rest later sicâThe octogenarian shared his excitement about collaborating with Kamal Hasan again after a long gapâAnd meeting up with the great KAMAL HAASAN we shall be working together after ages last in GiraftarâGeraftaar also stars Poonam Dhillon and Rajinikanth The film which is one of the highestgrossing movies of the year 1985 follows the story of brothers Karan and Kishan who are separated when Karan is framed for a murder leading him to commit suicideTalking about working on the sequel to the 2024 epic mythological science fiction film by Nag Ashwin he said âKalki 2 begun the work and shall ever cherish the love and affection of anticipated presence on the Sunday but hopefully shall be with all this coming Sunday My loveâKalki 2898 AD stars Amitabh Bachchan Kamal Haasan Prabhas Deepika Padukone and Disha Patani Inspired by Hindu scriptures the film serves as the first instalment in the planned Kalki Cinematic UniverseSet in a dystopian future in the year 2898 AD in the city of Kashi the story follows a group on a mission to protect lab subject SUM80s unborn child believed to be Kalki the final incarnation of Vishnu IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/big-b-meets-kamal-haasan-as-they-begin-kalki-2-shoot-working-together-after-ages-662452.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:12:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/on-sridevis-8th-death-anniversary-jackie-shroff-pays-heartfelt-tribute-662458.html Mumbai Feb 24 On the eighth death anniversary of Sridevi actor Jackie Shroff remembered his late costar saying she continues to live on in the hearts of millions through her timeless performances Jackie took to Instagram Stories where he shared a sepiatoned vintage photograph of the late actress dressed as a dancerFor the caption Jackie who has worked with Sridevi in films such as âKarmaâ and âRoop Ki Rani Choron Ka Rajaâ wrote âSridevi ji Forever in our hearts 13 Aug 196324 Feb 2018âSridevi was cited as the first female superstar of Indian cinema Her career spanned over 50 years in a wide range of genresSridevi made her debut as a child in the 1967 Tamil film Kandhan Karunai at the age of four and began playing lead roles as a child in M A Thirumugams 1969 mythological Tamil film ThunaivanHer first role as an onscreen adult came in 1976 at age 13 in the Tamil film Moondru Mudichu She soon established herself as a leading female star of South Indian cinema with roles in such films as 16 Vayathinile Sigappu Rojakkal Padaharella Vayasu Varumayin Niram Sivappu Meendum Kokila Premabhishekam Vazhvey Maayam Moondram Pirai Aakhari Poratam Jagadeka Veerudu Athiloka Sundari and Kshana KshanamSridevi passed away on February 24 2018 at age 54 in Dubai due to accidental drowning in her hotel bathtubShe was last seen on the big screen in 2017 in the film âMomâ In the action thriller the actress played a vigilante who sets out to avenge her stepdaughter after she is raped at a partyTalking about Jackie he will next be seen in Ahmed Khanâs upcoming comedy film titled âWelcome To The JungleâThe film has a huge star cast including names such as Akshay Kumar Jackie Shroff Suniel Shetty Arshad Warsi Paresh Rawal Raveena Tandon Disha Patani Lara Dutta Jacqueline Fernandez Shreyas Talpade Aftab Shivdasani Mika Singh Mukesh Tiwari Zakir Hussain Yashpal Sharma Johnny Lever Rajpal Yadav Krushna Abhishek Kiku Sharda Daler Mehndi Tusshar Kapoor and Sayaji Shinde IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/on-sridevis-8th-death-anniversary-jackie-shroff-pays-heartfelt-tribute-662458.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:41:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/anup-soni-says-viral-monkey-reminded-him-of-his-short-film-chintu-662464.html Mumbai Feb 24 Actor Anup Soni was reminded of his short film âChintuâ directed by Anubhav Anand after a viral video of a baby monkey hugging its soft toy surfaced online A video of a baby monkey tightly hugging his soft toy after being abandoned by its mother left the internet emotionalAnup took to Instagram where he shared a picture of himself along with a toy monkey similar to the viral clipThe actor shared that the clip stayed with him and brought back memories of the short film he had done a few years ago Titled Chintu the film was directed by Anubhav Anand and revolved around a man returning to his childhood homeAnup wrote in the caption âThat viral video of a baby monkey hugging his soft toy stayed with me Few years back I did a short film called CHINTU directed by very talanted anubhavanand2010 in which I played a man returning to his childhood home only to find his old monkey soft toy still thereââThe house was empty but the conversation wasnât Do watch it on youtubeâ he addedAnup who is married to actress Juhi Babbar began his career with roles in television serials such as Sea Hawks and SaayaHe then took a break from television to work in cinema and appeared in the 2003 films Kharaashein Scars From Riots Hum Pyar Tumhi Se Kar Baithe and HathyarIn 2004 he appeared in Ashoke Pandits film Sheen But he returned to television to work in CID Special Bureau Anup continues working in both films and television and he previously worked on the serial Crime PatrolHe was recently seen in the series Saare Jahan Se Accha which follows a resilient Indian spy who must defeat his counterpart across the border in Pakistan in a battle of wits and tradecraft to sabotage its nuclear programAnup also appeared in a cameo in the film The Great Shamsuddin Family directed by Anusha Rizvi It stars an ensemble cast including Kritika Kamra Shreya Dhanwanthary Sheeba Chaddha Farida Jalal and Purab Kohli IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/anup-soni-says-viral-monkey-reminded-him-of-his-short-film-chintu-662464.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:08:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rajinikanths-thalaivar173-shoot-to-begin-in-mid-april-says-director-cibi-chakravarthy-662466.html Chennai Feb 24 Cibi Chakravarthy the director of Superstar Rajinikanths eagerly awaited upcoming film which is being tentatively referred to as Thalaivar173 has now disclosed that shooting for the muchawaited film would commence in the middle of April this year Cibi Chakravarthy who participated in the prerelease promotional event of Thaai Kelavi which has been produced by actor Sivakarthikeyans SK Productions was asked specifically after his speech about Thalaivar173 the film in which he is to direct Superstar Rajinikanth The director who was reluctant to disclose details of the film initially said I will very soon be saying action and cut to the Superstar We intend to start filming in midApril this year It may be recalled that the director has made a promise to both fans of Rajinikanth and his family about the filmThe young director who had participated in the prerelease event of Soundarya Rajinikanths film With Love had said I am meeting all of you after the announcement of Thalaivar173 only now So I wish to say something hereI want to say only one thing with love As a fan of Thalaivar I want to tell the fans of Thalaivar and his family when you walk out of the theatres after watching Thalaivar173 you will be walking out with satisfaction Its a promise Again I am saying Its a promise he had saidIt may be recalled that Rajinikanth was recently asked about his eagerlyawaited upcoming film with director Cibi Chakravarthy which is being produced by actor Kamal Haasans production house Raaj Kamal Films International Rajinikanth had said Shooting is to begin in April this year It will be a proper commercial entertainerThe film has triggered excitement ever since actor producer and politician Kamal Haasan announced that his production house Raaj Kamal Films International RKFI would be producing the filmIt may be recalled that one of Tamil cinemas most successful directors Sundar C was to originally direct this film which Kamal Haasan had said would be a magnum opus However to everybodys surprise director Sundar C opted out of the projectIn a statement titled A Heartfelt Note to My Dearest Fans and WellWishers Sundar C said It is with a heavy heart that I share some important news with you Due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances I have made the difficult decision to step back from the prestigious project Thalaivar173The director went on to sayThis venture featuring the legendary Superstar Thiru Rajinikanth Avl and to be produced by the illustrious Ulaghanayagan Thiru Kamal Haasan Avl was indeed a dream come true for me In life there are moments when we must follow the path laid out for us even if it diverges from our dreamsStating that his association with the two icons went back a long way the director said I will always hold them in the highest regard The special moments we have shared over the past few days will be cherished forever by me They have taught me invaluable lessons and I will continue to seek their inspiration and wisdom as I move forwardSundar C who is also the husband of actress and politician Khushbu further said that although he was stepping away from the opportunity he would continue to seek the expert guidance of both stalwarts of Tamil cinemaI thank both of them from the bottom of my heart for considering me for this magnum opus he told the superstars of Tamil cinema before going on to address his fansTo his fans the director said Please accept my sincere apologies if this news has disappointed those who had eagerly anticipated this venture I am committed to making it up to you and promise to continue bringing you entertainment that keeps your spirits high Thank you for your unwavering support and understanding It means the world to me and I look forward to creating more memories with you allSoon after Sundar Cs exit the makers in the new year announced that director Cibi Chakravarthy would be directing the film Music for the film which has the tag line Every family has a hero is to be scored by Anirudh IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rajinikanths-thalaivar173-shoot-to-begin-in-mid-april-says-director-cibi-chakravarthy-662466.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:11:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sonam-bajwa-shares-glimpse-of-impromptu-cool-down-post-sweaty-session-662468.html Mumbai Feb 24 Actress Sonam Bajwa gave a peek into her postworkout mood as she shared a fun video of herself enjoying an âimpromptu cool downâ after a âsweaty sessionâ Taking to social media the actress posted a clip of herself dancing freely after wrapping up her workout Dressed in greyish blue athleisure Sonam looked relaxed and cheerful as she let her hair down and groovedCaptioning the video she wrote âThis was our impromptu cool down after a sweaty sessionâIn the video Sonam was seen dancing to the track âUffâ by Nav Prince and Preetinder matching her moves to the songs upbeat rhythmShe had earlier given a peep into her midnight madness as she found herself buried under a pile of sunglasses in what she hilariously described as an unplanned âsunglass haulâThe actress took to Instagram stories where she shared a string of videos showcasing her jawdropping collection of sunglasses in the middle of the night She suddenly realised she owned far too many pairs she had never wornâIn the middle of the night I realised that I have so many sunglasses that I have not worn I got them and look they all look so similarâ Can you spot the differenceâ she saidThe actress started trying the glasses and went on to share âAnd I am not done yetâ I think these are I really like these and then I haveââWhat started as a simple check quickly snowballed into a fullblown messâOkay I created a full mess And these are just all in black shadesââ said SonamClearly amused at her own latenight impulse she questioned her decisionmaking âWhy did I do this Who asked me to do a sunglass haul middle of the night Nobodyâ she laughedHowever leaving the chaos untouched was not an option for the perfectionistâAnd I can I leave it like thisâ No I wont get sleep I need to clear everything keep everything where it is supposed to be in my wardrobe and then go to sleep And I have created this mess here and I have to unpack and do my skincareââ she concludedThe actress captioned the last clip âWhy am I like this IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sonam-bajwa-shares-glimpse-of-impromptu-cool-down-post-sweaty-session-662468.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:30:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/the-paradise-director-srikanth-odela-tells-nani-each-time-i-broke-you-you-built-me-662469.html Hyderabad Feb 24 Srikanth Odela who is directing the Nanistarrer The Paradise has penned an emotional post of gratitude to his films lead actor Nani on the occasion of the latters birthday Taking to his X timeline to pen the post of gratitude Srikanth Odela said Nuvvu Ni istam Srikanth ani anna prathisari I hear I trust you Srikanth Every time you say It is your wish Srikanth I hear I trust you Srikanth And that trust scares me every single second to give my blood and soul to The ParadiseThe director then went on to admit I broke your every rule of cinema I broke your working days pattern I broke your release date streak I broke your working style I almost broke every rule of you making of cinema Each time I broke you you built me anna You built me in a way that everything I have today is because of you Nuv namminatha nannu evaru nammaledu anna Nobody else has trusted me to the level you have trusted meOdela then went on to list how Nani had gone on to extend his cooperation for the film He wrote I asked you to wear braids you said ok ra ni istam Ok It is your wish I asked you to wear a slur as a tattoo on your handyou said ok ra ni istam Ok It is your wish I torture you everyday with countless retakes you simply say ok ra ni istam Ok It is your wish I never said this to you directly but now I should confess anna I spend every second of my life by constantly chasing the answer to why you always say Ni istam Srikanth It is your wish And maybe subconsciously I will find my own answer with THE PARADISENannu nammina na Dharani ki Nannu malli nammuthunna na Jadal ki For the Dharani who trusted me and to the Jadal who trusts me Happy Birthday Nani Anna Indebted for life time he wrote For the unaware the film has triggered huge expectations among fans and film buffs for a number of reasonsSrikanth Odela made his directorial debut with Dasara which featured Nani in the lead The film garnered critical acclaim and became a box office success crossing the â¹100 crore mark Now Odela and Nani have teamed up again for The ParadiseWell known Bollywood actor Raghav Juyal too is a part of The Paradise It may be recalled that the makers of the film had welcomed actor Raghav Juyal on board the films unit last year Also actor Raghav Juyal who is basking in the success of of Bads of Bollywood has already announced that he will be changing his look for the filmThe film is to release on August 21 this year in eight languages namely Hindi Telugu Tamil English Spanish Bengali Kannada and Malayalam IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/the-paradise-director-srikanth-odela-tells-nani-each-time-i-broke-you-you-built-me-662469.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/helen-mirren-reveals-where-she-found-her-red-carpet-confidence-662473.html Los Angeles Feb 24 Veteran Hollywood star Helen Mirren shared that she found her red carpet confidence in a stripper shop Revealing that towering platform heels were her âsecret weaponâ during her early years in Hollywood the 80yearold star spoke about her longstanding love of poledancing heels in an interview with British Vogue from the front row of London Fashion WeekReflecting on attending awards ceremonies in Los Angeles in her earlier career she said âIn my early days in LA you know the awards things and there would be all these actresses like Nicole Kidman and these beautiful tall thin gorgeous actresses and Iâd be this dumpy little fivefootfour thing amongst themâAt the time she said high platforms were not readily available in mainstream fashion reports femalefirstcoukMirren added âPlatform heels were not in fashion So the only place I could find a platform heel was in the stripper shops on Hollywood BoulevardâShe also said âIt was 3999 my first pair of stripper heels and they worked like magic Suddenly I was up there eye to eye with 5ft 11in Nicole KidmanâThe star has previously spoken about her preference for high platformsIn 2010 she told Woman and Home magazine âFourinch platforms give you great height and make your legs look unbelievably long I used only to be able to get them in stripper shops but now you can buy them everywhere â although unfortunately that means everyone else has discovered the trick tooâHer fondness for dramatic footwear was referenced again in 2024 when Mattel created a Barbie doll in her likenessThe doll was modelled on her appearance at the Cannes Film Festival in 2023 featuring a periwinkle Del Core gown matching blue hair and platform shoesSpeaking to British Vogue at the time Helen said âBless the Mattel team because they got my me pump shoes rightâShe added âEnormous platform Pleasers have always been my secret weapon on red carpets â they give you six inches of height on your legs and because theyâre made for strippers theyâre quite stable tooâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/helen-mirren-reveals-where-she-found-her-red-carpet-confidence-662473.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:14:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/maniesh-paul-pens-bday-note-for-wife-sanyukta-says-she-makes-life-beautiful-blessed-662480.html Mumbai Feb 24 Actor and television host Maniesh Paul shared a tender birthday note for his wife Sanyukta Paul calling her the reason he believes life is âbeautiful and blessedâ Maniesh took to Instagram where he shared three pictures posing romantically with Sanyukta who he described as someone who makes âeverything beautiful because she is beautiful inside outâManiesh wrote as the caption âHappy birthday to the girl who makes everything beautiful because she is beautiful inside outâHe added âThe one who is always there for everyone The one because of whom I can say life is beautiful and blessed Love you sanyuktap Thank you for everything and by everything I mean EVERYTHINGâManiesh met Sanyukta in school The couple finally got married in 2007 They have a daughter born in 2011 and a son born in 2016 In January the couple completed 19 years of marital bliss The actor had penned a note for his wife on the photosharing appHe had written Happy anniversary sanyuktap 19 years flew by Life will be easyLife will be toughIt will be smoothIt wil be roughFor me to get back to the best of me your standing by me is enoughI love yousic Ps but I will irritate you foreverâthat wonât changeTalking about the actor Maniesh started his career in Delhi as a host in cultural events in schools and colleges He was then seen in Ghost Bana Dost to play the role of a ghost Maniesh has acted in many serials such as Radhaa Ki Betiyaan Kuch Kar Dikhayengi Zindadil SsshhhhPhir Koi Hai and Kahani Shuru with Love GuruHe appeared in Akshay Kumar and Katrina Kaifstarrer Tees Maar Khan in 2010 Maniesh made his debut in a lead role of the computer geek Mickey in Mickey VirusManiesh was recently seen in âSunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumariâ The film features Varun Dhawan Janhvi Kapoor Sanya Malhotra Rohit Saraf and Akshay Oberoi The movie is directed by Shashank Khaitan and produced by Karan Johar IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/maniesh-paul-pens-bday-note-for-wife-sanyukta-says-she-makes-life-beautiful-blessed-662480.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kajol-ajay-devgn-feel-they-both-deserve-a-medal-and-a-trophy-call-it-a-rare-moment-of-understanding--662490.html Mumbai Feb 24 Actress Kajol believes that both she and husband Ajay Devgn deserve a âmedal and a trophyâ and the actress expressed it in her quintessential fun style on her social media account Sharing a rare candid moment with Ajay Kajol wrote âIn a rare moment of understanding we both agree that we both deserve a medal and a trophyâThe picture features the gorgeous couple posing together against a muted green backdrop Ajay Devgn is seen dressed in a deep dark black suit paired with a white shirt and glasses sporting his signature beard Kajol on the other hand looks stunning in a maroon saree with intricate detailing styled with a sleek ponytail and a statement choker necklace The two are seen looking at each other with warm smiles and loveOn account of Valentines Day this yearAjay Devgn had shared a special reel dedicated to KajolIn the video montage the actor was seen revisiting his onscreen journey with Kajol Sharing a montage Ajay wrote âWill you be my Valentine kajolâHe captioned the video as âHis valentine in every eraâThe video brought together clips from all the movies the two have worked on as costars over the years The montage includes glimpses from including Ishq Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha Dil Kya Kare Raju Chacha U Me Aur Hum and Tanhaji The Unsung Warrior The video montage traced their collaborations from the mid1990s through later projectsFor the uninitiated Ajay and Kajol fell in love while filming their movie Hulchul and strengthened their bond through their work journey on Pyaar Toh Hona Hi ThaAfter dating for a few years Kajol and Ajay got married on February 24 1999 in a traditional Maharashtrian ceremony held in Mumbai The couple is blessed has two children daughter Nysa and son Yug IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kajol-ajay-devgn-feel-they-both-deserve-a-medal-and-a-trophy-call-it-a-rare-moment-of-understanding--662490.html Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/anupam-kher-says-his-play-made-him-completely-forget-his-extreme-foot-pain-662273.html Mumbai Feb 23 Veteran Bollywood actor Anupam Kher shared that he performed his acclaimed play âKuch Bhi Ho Sakta Haiâ despite severe foot pain describing the evening as a âtriumph against all oddsâ Anupam took to Instagram where he shared a string of glimpses from his play being performed in a packed theatreâLast night at my play Kuch Bhi Ho Sakta Hai was truly a TRIUMPH AGAINST ALL ODDS My foot was in extreme pain before the show Every step reminded me of it But the moment the lights came on and the play beganâ I forgot CompletelyâHe called it the âmagic of live performanceââTheatre has a joy an immediacy an energy that no other medium can replicate It doesnât allow you to hide It demands presence And in that presence pain dissolvesâ he saidAnupam added that standing on stage and telling his own life story âthe failures the rejections the doubts to a fullhouse is deeply therapeuticââIt is my way of healing And perhaps in some small way it heals others too Thank you to everyone who came and watched the play Your applause was not just appreciation It was strength Because trulyâThe show must go on Har Har MahadevâOn the work front Anupam is currently shooting for the second installment of the 2006 film âKhosla Ka GhoslaâDirected by Dibakar Banerjee the story follows Kamal Kishore Khosla a middleclass Delhiite and his familys attempt to reclaim their land which has been seized by a builder KhuranaThe film was screened at the 2006 Kara Film Festival It won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi at the 54th National Film Awards It was remade in 2008 in Tamil and in 2010 in KannadaOn January 3 Anupam reflected on his cinematic journey on the first day of shooting his 550th film Khosla Ka Ghosla 2 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/anupam-kher-says-his-play-made-him-completely-forget-his-extreme-foot-pain-662273.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/smriti-irani-says-friend-divya-seth-shah-brings-out-the-best-in-her-662276.html Mumbai Feb 23 Actressturnedpolitician Smriti Irani shared a tender note dedicated to her close friend and actress Divya Seth Shah expressing gratitude for a bond that continues to inspire her creatively Smriti took to Instagram where she posted a selfie with Divya who started her career with the television serial Hum Log playing the character of MajhliIn the caption section Smriti posted a few lines in Hindi reflecting on friendship light and togethernessâTu har raah par yun mil muskura kar Tu har nazm mein mil dil ko rula karTu har mod par mil is dua ke saath Ke yun hi milte rahein hum rehguzar ki har aah parâTagging Divya Seth Shah Irani admitted that she hadnât written in a while but credited her friend for bringing out the best in those around herâHey divyasethshah see what you make me do havenât written in a whileââShe labelled Divya as âthe light and the laughterâ even on dimly lit roads adding that she is deeply loved and cherishedâYou my friend bring out the best in your friends No matter how dimly lit at times are the roads we meet on you are always the light and the laughter you are loved and cherisheddelhidiariesâ concluded SmritiDivya is known for her work in films such as âJab We Metâ âDil Dhadakne Doâ âThe Accidental Prime Ministerâ âSardar Ka Grandsonâ and âArticle 370â Sheâs also showcased her acting prowess in TV shows such as Abhimaan Tehkikaat Banegi Apni Baat and Ek Nayi Ummeed Roshni to name a fewTalking about Smriti she returned to television in July 2025 after 17 years reprising her iconic role as Tulsi Virani in the reboot of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2The show is a sequel and reboot of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi It also stars Rohit Suchanti Tanisha Mehta Shagun Sharma and Aman Gandhi IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/smriti-irani-says-friend-divya-seth-shah-brings-out-the-best-in-her-662276.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/saiyami-kher-portraying-vulnerability-is-far-more-challenging-662277.html Mumbai Feb 23 Actress Saiyami Kher who is all set to showcase her softer side in filmmaker Vikram Phadnisâ upcoming yetuntitled social drama feels that sometimes portraying vulnerability is far more challenging Speaking about the role Saiyami told IANS âIâve played characters that are physically very demanding for a long time and those roles have shaped me a lot as an actor This film is very different Itâs softer more emotional and relies heavily on internal journeys rather than external actionââThat was what attracted me to it Sometimes portraying vulnerability is far more challenging and I was keen to explore that space againâ said the actress about the film which also stars actor Tahir Raj BhasinSaiyami recently wrapped up shooting for âHaiwaanâ starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan Directed by Priyadarshan the film also stars Sharib Hashmi Shot across picturesque locations including Kochi Ooty and Mumbai the film went on floors in August this year and marks the reunion of Akshay and Saif after 18 yearsSaiyami she was last seen in Jaat directed by Gopichand MalineniThe film stars Sunny Deol Randeep Hooda Regena Cassandrra Vineet Kumar Singh and Saiyami Kher in pivotal roles along with Ramya Krishnan Jagapathi Babu Prashant Bajaj Zarina Wahab P Ravi Shankar and Babloo PrithiveerajJaat follows a mysterious passenger whose obsessive demand for an apology brings him face to face with a ruthless labourerturnedcrime boss sparking a battle between the twoBorn in Maharashtra Saiyami whose elder sister is also a Marathi actress made her acting debut with the Telugu film Rey in 2015 and her Hindi debut with Mirzya in 2016 Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra directed Mirzya and also featured actor Harshvardhan KapoorSaiyami has since appeared in Mauli Choked Wild Dog and Ghoomer She has also starred in the streaming series Special OPS and Faadu IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/saiyami-kher-portraying-vulnerability-is-far-more-challenging-662277.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/paritosh-tripathi-asks-if-he-looks-like-amol-palekar-from-gol-maal-662279.html Mumbai Feb 23 Actor and host Paritosh Tripathi seems to have taken inspiration from veteran actor Amol Palekarâs iconic look from the 1979 film âGol Maalâ for his recent appearances on a dance reality show Taking to his social media account Paritosh shared a sidebyside comparison of his look and Amol Palekarâs still from the classic film He captioned the post in Hindi that translates to âWho all think I look like Amol PalekarâTheatre arrist and Raj Babbarâs daughter Juhi Babbar replied in the comments âMujh ko To me âIn the images Paritosh is seen sporting a neatly combed hairstyle a thin moustache and a simple traditional outfit impeccably resembling Amol Palekarâs middleclass look from his hit movieâGol MaalâParitosh Tripathi known for his comic timing and anchoring skills has hosted several television shows He has been a part of dancebased reality shows such as âSuper Dancerâ and has also appeared in films including âJanahit Mein JaariâTalking about the superhit movie âGolmaalâ it was directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee and released in 1979 The movie remains one of Bollywoodâs most celebrated comedies The film starred Amol Palekar Utpal Dutt Bindiya Goswami and Deven Verma in pivotal rolesThe storyline revolved around a young man who after many failed attempts finally secures a job but under a strict and traditional employerHe then ends up leading a double life to maintain his employment leading to a series of humorous misunderstandings and disguises making it a cult comedy over the years The film was both a critical and commercial success IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/paritosh-tripathi-asks-if-he-looks-like-amol-palekar-from-gol-maal-662279.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:47:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/swanand-kirkire-on-arijit-singhs-retirement-maybe-hell-refresh-and-come-back-662280.html Mumbai Feb 23 National Awardwinning musician Swanand Kirkire has shared his two cents on Arijit Singhâs reported retirement from playback saying the film music industry still needs the singer even as he respects his decision to explore independent music Kirkire noted that while the fast pace of Bollywood can be exhausting a creative break could help the acclaimed singer return refreshedSpeaking about Arijitâs retirement and Neha Kakkarâs break Kirkire told IANS âArijit Singh taking retirement thatâs not something that should have happened because they are young and brilliant and the film music world needs them a lot it rides on their shoulders Maybe they got tired of that you knowâTalking about Airijit he shared âMaybe he got bored because heâs many more things heâs a filmmaker he wants to do other things also So Iâm sure he has his reasons and he can afford to do that He can afford to take retirement because there are so many more people who are still making still trying to make a way inside you know like when he was on the insideââIndependent music if heâs trying to do that will be great for music And maybe heâll refresh and come backâKirkire stressed âWe need him thatâs for sure And we need them thatâs for sureâIt was last month when Arijit Singh announced his retirement from playback singing In the same month Neha too had shared that she is taking a break from her personal and professional commitments citing the need to step away from responsibilities relationships and workKirkire understands that the current pace of Bollywood music sometimes tires you out âbecause youâre constantly doing the same kind of thing again and againââThatâs why the independent music scene even today I am also making it Like Arijit Iâm sure he wants to make independent music thatâs what he saidâThe lyricist also pointed out that the rise of streaming platforms has changed the music landscape allowing artistes to create and release music beyond filmsâIn the world of streaming apps the music scene has changed a lot because now music for musicâs sake is also coming out You donât need to make music only for films anymore Lots and lots of new artists and even established ones are doing that They donât want to get into films they are just doing their independent music and that is refreshingâKirkire shared that he too has been focusing on independent projects alongside his film assignments He has released several nonfilm tracks some of which have received encouraging responsesâI have released five of my songs which are independent and have nothing to do with films Three or four of them are doing quite well â âShorgulâ âMeri Jaanâ âChandawaraâ âAise Na Humko Dekheâ I made a video with Sayami and Gulshan DevaiahâSimilarly he is planning to bring many moreâSo thatâs one holiday you take you do your film work and then you try to steal that little world of your own where you put out whatever you want to put out without any policingThank youâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/swanand-kirkire-on-arijit-singhs-retirement-maybe-hell-refresh-and-come-back-662280.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:04:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/farhan-akhtar-backed-boong-wins-bafta-director-says-its-a-homage-to-my-homeland-662281.html Mumbai Feb 23 The Manipurilanguage film âBoongâ backed by Farhan Akhtar won the prestigious Best Childrens amp Family Film award at the 79th British Academy Film Awards BAFTA Itâs director Lakshmipriya Devi described the moment as âthe last few steps to reach a summit of a mountain we never knew we were climbing in the first placeâ Boong was competing alongside international titled such as Arco Lilo amp Stitch and Zootropolis 2The official Instagram page of BAFTA shared a video of Lakshmipriya Devi accepting the honour She began with âKurumjariâ a traditional greetingShe added âThe walk up till here felt like the last few steps to reach a summit of a mountain we never knew we were climbing in the first place So thank you to the jury members and BAFTA for giving our very small film such big loveâThe director underscored that the film is deeply rooted in his homeland Manipur a region he described as troubled ignored and underrepresented in IndiaâA film that is not only rooted in a place which is very troubled very much ignored and very unrepresented in India my homeland Manipur Its a homage to my homeland So I just want to use this opportunity to say that we pray for peace to return to Manipurâ Devi saidShe also expressed hope that internally displaced children including the young actors who featured in the film would regain their joy innocence and dreamsâWe pray that all the internally displaced children including the child actors in the film regain their joy their innocence and their dream once again We pray that no conflict is ever formidable enough to destroy the one superpowerâ she concludedBoong stars Gugun Kipgen Bala Hijam Angom Sanamatum Vikram Kochhar Nemetia Ngangbam Jenny Khurai and Hamom Sadananda The film had its world premiere at the Discovery section of the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival on 5 September 2024It tells the story of a young boyâs heartfelt quest to reunite his family in the backdrop of social tensions in Manipur IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/farhan-akhtar-backed-boong-wins-bafta-director-says-its-a-homage-to-my-homeland-662281.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/nani-starrer-paradises-aaya-sher-promo-sparks-excitement-662286.html Hyderabad Feb 23 The makers of director Srikanth Odelas eagerly awaited action entertainer The Paradise featuring Telugu star Nani in the lead on Monday dropped a muchawaited promo of the number Aaya Sher from the film The makers shared the promo on the officla handle of the film on X They said Ever seen a lion dance his heart out You will tomorrow Hereâs a glimpse of his roar AayaSher promo out now Full song out tomorrow TheParadise GRAND RELEASE WORLDWIDE ON AUGUST 21st 2026 JadalZamanaFromAug21The song which appears to be a celebratory number features Nani dancing along with his supporters Nani sports two plaits in the dance number which has been set to tune by Anirudh The song has been penned by Kasarla Shyam Kumar and has been rendered by Addula Jangireddy and Akunoori Devaihah along with Anirudh RavichanderIt may be recalled that The Paradise which is backed by SLV Cinemas was originally set for a grand release on March 26 2026 The film is now scheduled to hit screens worldwide on August 21 this yearThe new date picked by the unit for the release thrusts The Paradise straight into a rare threeweek festival wave The first week gets a strong midweek boost with Onam and MiladunNabi followed by Raksha Bandhan in the second weekend and Janmashtami in the thirdFor a highbudget spectacle of this scale this extended holiday stretch offers an exceptional runway at the box officeMeanwhile the team recently shot one of the filmâs biggest highlights Naniâs explosive introduction song set on a gigantic set with hundreds of dancers Choreographer Sudhan Master had crafted largescale dynamic visuals to turn the song into a complete crowdpleaserIt may be recalled that only recently the makers of the film had disclosed that actor Sampoornesh Babu plays a character called Biryani in the filmThe film has triggered huge expectations among fans and film buffs for a number of reasonsFor the unaware Srikanth Odela previously served as an assistant director to ace director Sukumar in Nannaku Prematho and Rangasthalam He made his directorial debut with Dasara which featured Nani in the lead The film garnered critical acclaim and became a box office success crossing the â¹100 crore mark Now Odela and Nani have teamed up again for The ParadiseWell known Bollywood actor Raghav Juyal too is a part of The Paradise It may be recalled that the makers of the film had welcomed actor Raghav Juyal on board the films unit last year Also actor Raghav Juyal who is basking in the success of of Bads of Bollywood has already announced that he will be changing his look for the film It is to release in eight languages namely Hindi Telugu Tamil English Spanish Bengali Kannada and Malayalam IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/nani-starrer-paradises-aaya-sher-promo-sparks-excitement-662286.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/avika-gor-believes-late-pet-dog-sent-rescued-kitten-as-sign-of-love-662290.html Mumbai Feb 23 Actress Avika Gor penned an emotional note remembering her pet dog Shiroo on his death anniversary while sharing how a rescued kitten Sheree has brought unexpected healing into her life Avika took to Instagram where she shared two pictures The first featured her cuddling the kitten she rescued The second was a monochrome photograph of the actress adorably kissing her dog shiroo who passed away last yearRecalling February 21 last year as the day her âlittle angelâ crossed the rainbow bridge Avika described Shiroo as her âtiny shadowâ and âheartbeat in a fur coatâShe wrote âShiroo ki Sheree Some souls never really leaveâ they just change the way they love us On 21st Feb last year my little angel Shiroo crossed the rainbow bridge My tiny shadow my heartbeat in a fur coat my forever babyâThe actress revealed that earlier this month on February 1 a rescued kitten came into her life in what she called an unplanned but âguidedâ momentâAnd this year on 1st Feb life placed a rescued kitten in my arms I didnât plan it I didnât expect it We couldnt find a home for her and even thought of just fostering for a while But somehow it feltâ guided Maybe love doesnât disappear Maybe it returns in softer paws in new whiskers in different eyesâAvika said she believes it was Shirooâs way of ensuring they would have âsomething to holdâ before the difficult month arrivedâHis passing broke us my Shiroo knew we would need something to hold before this month arrived I dont think if itâs just a sign Its all his plan And I do know that love like his only multiplies Forever my baby I love you And thank you we are grateful for the second chance at love Sheree the cutest naughtiest kitten has chosen you and we are so gratefulâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/avika-gor-believes-late-pet-dog-sent-rescued-kitten-as-sign-of-love-662290.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/zareen-khan-seeks-prayers-for-hospitalized-mother-on-her-islamic-birthday-662302.html Mumbai Feb 23 Actress Zareen Khan on Monday shared an emotional note on social media as she marked her Islamic birthday on the 5th day of Ramadan further revealing that her mother is currently hospitalized Taking to her social media account the actress wrote âIts the 5th of Ramadan today which is my Islamic Birthday Those who know me closely know how much I love my Birthdays This year too I had plans of celebrating this one in a certain way but unfortunately thats not going to happen as my Mom is hospitalizedâShe added âI would request everyone of you to keep my Mom in your prayers as thats going to be the greatest gift for meâShe accompanied the post with folded hands a heart and sparkle emojisOn the professional front the actress made her Bollywood debut opposite Salman Khan in Veer and later featured in films such as Hate Story 3 and Housefull 2In October last year Zareen had revealed that her mother was hospitalized but was discharged soon afterTaking to her social media account then the Veer actress had revealed that her mother was doing much better and had also been discharged from the hospitalShe had taken to her social media account to upload an image of her posing with her mother in the hospitalSharing the update Zareen wrote Moms much better evil eye emoji Taking her home today from the hospital Big Thanks to each and every one of you who sent good wishes and prayers fr hermeans the world to me folded hands and red heart emoji sic IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/zareen-khan-seeks-prayers-for-hospitalized-mother-on-her-islamic-birthday-662302.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sonam-bajwas-midnight-sunglass-haul-turns-into-chaos-who-asked-me-to-do-this-662316.html Mumbai Feb 23 Actress Sonam Bajwa gave a glimpse of her midnight madness as she found herself buried under a pile of sunglasses in what she hilariously described as an unplanned âsunglass haulâ The actress took to Instagram stories where she shared a string of videos showcasing her jawdropping collection of sunglasses in the middle of the night She suddenly realised she owned far too many pairs she had never wornâIn the middle of the night I realised that I have so many sunglasses that I have not worn I got them and look they all look so similarâ Can you spot the differenceâ she saidThe actress started trying the glasses and went on to share âAnd I am not done yetâ I think these are I really like these and then I haveââWhat started as a simple check quickly snowballed into a fullblown messâOkay I created a full mess And these are just all in black shadesââ said SonamClearly amused at her own latenight impulse she questioned her decisionmaking âWhy did I do this Who asked me to do a sunglass haul middle of the night Nobodyâ she laughedHowever leaving the chaos untouched was not an option for the selfconfessed perfectionistâAnd I can I leave it like thisâ No I wont get sleep I need to clear everything keep everything where it is supposed to be in my wardrobe and then go to sleep And I have created this mess here and I have to unpack and do my skincareââ she concludedThe actress captioned the last clip âWhy am I like thisSonamâs latest release is âBorder 2â an epic action war film directed by Anurag Singh A standalone sequel to J P Duttas 1997 film BorderSet against the backdrop of the IndiaâPakistan war of 1971 the film serves as a multifront war drama expanding the scope of its predecessor by featuring the combined operations of the Indian Armed Forces â Army Air Force and Navy IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sonam-bajwas-midnight-sunglass-haul-turns-into-chaos-who-asked-me-to-do-this-662316.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shilpa-shetty-gives-an-insight-into-her-full-body-compound-exercise-662350.html Mumbai Feb 23 Actress and fitness enthusiast Shilpa Shetty keeps on motivating fitness junkies with her social media posts comprising some inspiring videos of her intense workout sessions Most recently Shilpa was seen strengthening her entire body including her core legs back shoulders and arms by performing a fullbody compound exerciseAlong with engaging all the major muscles of the body this exercise also helps stabilize the muscles something that proves crucial for balance and joint controlThis fullbody compound exercise also plays a major role in building overall endurance strength coordination and powerShilpa uploaded a clip of herself performing the exercise with dumbbells along with the caption Full body fired up no muscle left behind sicThe Dhadkan actress further mentioned the benefits of performing this exercise consistently in the long run in the caption saying Benefits This is a fullbody compound exercise that engages the core legs back shoulders arms and stabilizing muscles that are essential for balance and joint control It is a highintensity movement because all major muscle groups work in synchronization combined with an explosive propulsion component Ideal for short timeefficient workouts and can be performed either for repetitions or timed intervals Builds overall endurance strength coordination and power with regular practice sicShilpa loves to treat the netizens with such inspiring videos of pushing her limits when it comes to fitnessRecently the Sukhee actress was seen doing the Supine contralateral stability drill which helps improve ones core stability along with improving neuromuscular coordinationPointing out that Strength without control is incomplete Shilpa mentioned in the caption This supine contralateral stability drill challenges core stability inner thigh engagement and neuromuscular coordination while maintaining pelvic control A small block A big demand on control IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shilpa-shetty-gives-an-insight-into-her-full-body-compound-exercise-662350.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sudev-nairs-first-look-as-karmadi-in-yashs-toxic-released-662352.html Bangalore Feb 23 The makers of director Geethu Mohandass eagerly awaited action entertainer Toxic A Fairytale for Grown Ups featuring actor Yash in the lead on Monday released the look of actor Sudev Nair in the film and disclosed that he plays a character called Karmadi in the film KVN Productions the firm producing the film took to its X timeline to share the first look poster of the actor It wrote Introducing Sudev Nair as KARMADI in A Toxic Fairy Tale For GrownUps Toxic In Cinemas Worldwide from 19032026 ToxicTheMovie ToxicOnMarch19thIt may be recalled that only recently the makers had released a gritty and intense teaser of the film much to the delight of fans and film buffsThe Toxic teaser reveals a massive cinematic world that is both vibrant and brutal Moving from a circus setting to an East Asianinspired backdrop the story spans different time periods with a dark edgy atmosphere Yet beneath the brutal exterior and highoctane visuals the teaser offers a glimpse into something deeper a meticulous focus on storytelling and powerhouse performance that serves as the beating heart of this gritty universeAt the centre of this cinematic storm stands Rocking Star Yash undergoing a transformation that is nothing short of a total reinvention His physical evolution serves as one of the filmâs most powerful statements showcasing a range of appearancesâfrom a lean agile silhouette to a massive battlehardened physiqueâall forged through relentless disciplineIt may be recalled that the makers have already disclosed the looks and character names of the actresses who are a part of the film Nayanthara plays Ganga Kiara Advani plays Nadia Huma Qureshi plays Elizabeth Rukmini Vasanth plays Mellisa and Tara Sutaria stars as Rebecca in the filmFor the unaware Toxic A Fairytale for GrownUps is slated to hit cinemas worldwide on March 19 this yearWritten by Yash and Geetu Mohandas and directed by Geetu Mohandas Toxic A Fairytale for GrownUps has been simultaneously shot in Kannada and English with dubbed versions planned in Hindi Telugu Tamil Malayalam and several other languages IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sudev-nairs-first-look-as-karmadi-in-yashs-toxic-released-662352.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:40:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rashmika-mandanna-vijay-deverakonda-arrive-in-udaipur-in-coordinated-outfits-ahead-of-wedding-662360.html Mumbai Feb 23 Actors Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda who are set to tie the nuptial knot landed in Udaipur on Monday to flag off their wedding festivities The wedding ceremony will take place at Mementos by ITC Hotels Ekaaya Udaipur While Vijay was dressed in a black leather ensemble his woman Rashmika Mandanna complemented him in a sophisticated outfit The actressâ attire featured a blazer with a notch lapel collar padded shoulders fulllength sleeves folded to the elbow double front pockets a tailored design and fit and an open frontVijay rounded up his look with a moustache and waved to the media and fans before leaving for the wedding venueOn Sunday the actor couple officially announced their wedding Taking to their respective Instagram handles Rashmika and Vijay wrote Our Dearest loves Before we made any plans before we chose anything for ourselves you were already there With so much love you gave us a name You called us âVIROSHâ So today with full hearts we name our coming together in your honour We would like to name it âThe Wedding of VIROSHâ Thank you for holding us with so much love You are a part of us always Biggest hugs and full loveâThe couple are expected to exchange the vows on February 26 2026 in Udaipur Rajasthan The ceremony is described as intended to be private and intimate with only close family and friends followed by planned receptionsReports suggest a strict nophone policy and NDAs for planners to keep the event private Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakondaâs love story began when they worked together on the Telugu hit âGeetha Govindamâ in 2018 their onscreen chemistry sparked early dating rumours They reunited again in âDear Comradeâ which intensified fan speculation about a reallife bond Over subsequent years they were frequently seen together privately and at events though both kept personal details out of the spotlight IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rashmika-mandanna-vijay-deverakonda-arrive-in-udaipur-in-coordinated-outfits-ahead-of-wedding-662360.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/parth-samthaan-warns-netizens-of-fake-account-impersonating-him-on-snapchat-662364.html Mumbai Feb 23 Popular television actor Parth Samthaan used social media to alert the netizens regarding a fake account impersonating him on Snapchat Parth took to the Stories section of his official Instagram handle and uploaded a screenshot of the alleged fake account claiming that it does not belong to himThe screenshot of the fake account even included a picture of ParthSharing the image Parth captioned the post âThis person is impersonating me and asking girls for inappropriate snaps through video calls sicâPls report this Snapchat account and block it asap he addedFor the unaware Parth began his acting journey by appearing in shows such as Savdhaan India Webbed Yeh Hai Aashiqui and Pyaar Tune Kya KiyaHe rose to fame with his character Manik Malhotra in the drama Kaisi Yeh Yaariaan and playing Anurag Basu in Kasautii Zindagii Kay At the moment Parth is seen as Mahid Niyazi in the show Seher Hone Ko HaiDuring an exclusive conversation with IANS he opened up about breaking the chocolate boy image with his latest dramaWhen asked Audiences have often seen you in softer romantic roles Do you think this intense role fits your image Parth shared that he does not believe in sticking to one imageEvery character demands a different appearance and personality Initially I thought I should maintain a certain stylish look but the producers writers and director had a clear vision for MahidIt was important to present a completely new version of myself and I embraced that change he went on to explain Revealing what attracted him the most about the character he disclosed that Mahid is someone who believes that justice should be immediateHe does not wait for the system or the police to take action If something is wrong he feels it must be corrected right away That urgency and moral clarity are his most compelling traits he added IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/parth-samthaan-warns-netizens-of-fake-account-impersonating-him-on-snapchat-662364.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:32:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/karan-singh-grover-receives-a-cute-gift-from-three-year-old-devi-im-the-luckiest-girl-662372.html Mumbai Feb 23 Actor Karan Singh Grover on Monday received the sweetest birthday surprise from his little daughter Devi The cute birthday surprise melted hearts with an adorable handmade note that she dedicated to her âbestâ papaIn a heartwarming video shared by Bipasha Basu little Deviâs message for her father was read out by Karan Bipasha mentioned in the video that while she penned it it was dictated by Devi herselfThe note said âBest friend I am the luckiest baby girl You are the best papa in the worldâ Another petal on the flower card read âPapa papa I love you Happy you birthdayâAnother petal read âHappy birthday sir Madam Gazelle I love you Oh thank you papaâThe birthday greeting for the uninitiated was crafted like a flower card with each petal carrying a special message for KaranKaran and Bipasha welcomed their daughter Devi on November 12 2022For the uninitiated Bipasha and Karan tied the knot in April 2016 in a grand ceremony attended by close friends and family They welcomed their daughter Devi on November 12 2022Bipasha who was last seen in the 2015 horror film Alone was where she first met Karan Singh Grover The two became best friends and eventually fell in loveRecently Bipasha Basu had relived some fond memories from 2016 which included a fun time with Karan Singh GroverRewinding the clock 10 years Bipasha took to her official social media account handle and published some throwback photos from 2016The post showcased Bipashas journey from saying yes to getting married to Karan to finally getting hitched to himThe primary pic from the post showed her flaunting her engagement ring Just said yes she wrote on the pictureThe post also featured other glimpses from some more milestone moments from their love saga such as Meeting the parents Bachelorette party Mehendi ceremony and finally their traditional Bengali wedding IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/karan-singh-grover-receives-a-cute-gift-from-three-year-old-devi-im-the-luckiest-girl-662372.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/neil-nitin-mukesh-quits-as-brand-ambassador-of-the-music-reality-show-after-facing-bounced-cheques-662374.html Mumbai Feb 23 Bollywood actor Neil Nitin Mukesh has decided to quit as the brand ambassador of the music reality show Universal Idol after facing payment issues from the organizers HMC events Neil claimed in his latest social media post that three of the cheques issued by the organizers were bounced and when he and his team reached out to them it yielded no resultHis social media post read This is to formally announce my exit as Brand Ambassador from The Universal Idol associated with HMC events Despite repeated assurances my agreed payments were not honoured Three cheques issued towards the same have been returned unpaid bounced constituting a serious breach of trust and commitment Multiple followups by my team and me personally and opportunities to resolve the matter amicably were made unfortunately without resultNeil has announced his disassociation with the Universal Idol and the organizers in all capacitiesIn the light of the above I have withdrawn from all present and future associations with Universal Idol HMC Events and Mr Shakeel Haasan and his associates with immediate effects he went on to addNeil concluded his post saying This note is issued in the interest of transparency and to caution fellow artists partners vendors and collaborators to exercise due diligence and be mindful of claims commitments and payment assurances made I reserve all rights to pursue appropriate remedies available to me under lawWorkwise Neil last graced the screen with the black comedy thriller Ek Chatur NaarHimanshu Tripathi has penned the story of the project made under the direction of Umesh Shukla Along with Neil the movie further stars Divya Khossla as the leadSet against the backdrop of a quirky smalltown Indian landscape the movie shares the tale of a seemingly charming woman with a naivety that masks her razorsharp wit Her ambition makes her outsmart everyone around her When a lucrative opportunity presents itself she jumps on it leading to an unpredictable twist that tests her cunning IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/neil-nitin-mukesh-quits-as-brand-ambassador-of-the-music-reality-show-after-facing-bounced-cheques-662374.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:25:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sunny-deol-and-vijay-varma-teaming-up-for-upcoming-action-thriller-662375.html Mumbai Feb 23 Actors Sunny Deol and Vijay Varma are joining forces for a high intensity action thriller The film blends powerful action with a gripping layered storytelling A source close to the development revealed âSunny Deol and Vijay Varma are coming together for a highoctane action thriller that promises both intensity and scaleââItâs an interesting casting coup as the duo has never worked together before The project blends powerful action with a gripping layered story and with Sunny and Vijay joining hands its going to be an exciting watch for the audienceâ the source addedThis collaboration brings together two actors renowned for their contracting yet commanding presence Sunny Deol is celebrated for iconic roles and has long defined highstakes action with raw power and emotional depth Vijay Varma one of the most compelling and exciting actors of his generation shines in intense nuanced performances in films âGully Boyâ âDarlingsâ and âDahaadâ Each role demonstrates his skill at uncovering nuance in complex characters suiting bold characterdriven narrativesBringing these two dynamic forces together signals a film that might balance scale with substance While details about the director and production timeline remain under wraps insiders suggest that the narrative will go beyond stylised action offering emotional heft and dramatic complexity alongside adrenalinepumping sequencesOn the work front Sunny Deol is gearing up for âLahore 1947â âGabruâ and a significant portrayal of Lord Hanuman in âRamayanaâ Meanwhile Vijay Varma has an eclectic lineup ahead with âMatka Kingâ an upcoming family drama and âLust Stories 3â in the pipeline With such diverse and ambitious projects on their respective rosters their coming together for an action thriller only heightens anticipation making it one of the most awaited collaborations IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sunny-deol-and-vijay-varma-teaming-up-for-upcoming-action-thriller-662375.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shruti-haasan-i-am-my-home-662378.html Chennai Feb 23 Actress singer and musician Shruti Haasan who has lived and worked across industries and languages says that she has come to see the idea of home very differently For her home is not a pin on the map It is a deeply personal space she carries within herselfReflecting on what belonging means to her Shruti shares âHome is not geography at all for me is what Ive realized When I go back to Chennai I feel an ease and I feel a love that is so infinite In Mumbai I feel a different kind of love In Hyderabad because I work in these industries I feel a different kind of loveâHaving built a career that spans multiple film industries she says each city has offered her its own warmth But over time she has discovered something more profoundâWhat Ive realized is you could probably throw me in the middle of anywhere and if I have to find my comfort I will Thats my joy in life its getting to know people and a place and its culture and finding the thing that I love about it and making it then mine Home is really where I am she saysIts something thats deeply personal and I could be in what is socalled the most comfortable place including my physical home and I could be completely discombobulated because I dont feel at home with myself So that concept of myself is superior in my brain of that I am my home and that has given me a great sense of safety and security in navigating anything in life she addsShruti goes on to point out To me home has never been geography Its never been a person maybe apart from my dad who really feels like the physical embodiment of home to me Nothings really been more home than me for myself that might sound a bit selfcentered but its worked out really well for meâIn a life that constantly takes her across cities languages and cultures Shruti Haasanâs idea of home feels deeply personal and quietly powerful a reminder that true belonging is not about an address on a map but about feeling at ease within yourself IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shruti-haasan-i-am-my-home-662378.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/dibyendu-bhattacharya-on-his-character-in-sur-he-is-a-broken-artist-who-feels-betrayed-662379.html Mumbai Feb 23 Actor Dibyendu Bhattacharya opened up about his character in the short film SUR Dibyendu plays a oncetalented painter who has now lost his eyesight and therefore his livelihood and hope Forced to live in a cramped Mumbai chawl he ends up projecting his disappointment onto his son Sandeep Played by Roshann Chauhan whose passion for music clashes with the familyâs harsh economic reality As the pressure builds the fatherâs frustration turns into silence anger and ultimately rejectionTalking about the venture Dibyendu shared that his character represents countless parents whose own unfulfilled dreams harden into bitterness Shedding light on his role Dibyendu said âHe is not a villain He is a broken artist who feels life has betrayed him When survival becomes the only priority dreams begin to look irresponsibleThe narrative reaches an emotional peak when Sandeep earns his first money through singing and uses it to buy glasses for his father a gesture that is met not with gratitude but rage Dibyendu revealed that this particular moment from the short film captured the tragedy of pride and pain colliding âSometimes love exists but ego and regret speak louderâ he went on to addHe further noted that SUR is ultimately the story of two artists wounded by the same world He explained âIt asks whether failure kills art or whether art quietly survives inside usSUR is a deeply emotional tale that explores the fragile bond between a struggling father and a son who refuses to give up on his artistic dreams It offers a deeply moving look at ambition dignity and the silent inheritance of broken dreamsThe short film has been made under the direction of Abhay Chopra and backed by Shamshad Khan and Nilesh Nanaware the founders of Mango Curry Films and Shivam GuptaSUR is presently streaming on YouTube IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/dibyendu-bhattacharya-on-his-character-in-sur-he-is-a-broken-artist-who-feels-betrayed-662379.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/randeep-hooda-flaunts-his-clean-shaven-look-in-throwback-pics-asks-shall-do-it-again-662391.html Mumbai Feb 23 Actor Randeep Hooda has something very important to ask his InstaFam The Kick actor took to his official Instagram handle and posted a string of throwback photos of himself in a cleanshaven look In his latest post Randeep confessed that he is thinking about going cleanshaven once again He further asked the netizens what they thought about itThinking of going clean shaven againâ What do you guys think Throwback CleanShavenOrNot he wrote the captionWhile some were on board with the idea and wrote Yes in the comment section others had a different point of viewOne of the Insta users commented Please no you look more handsome in a mustache and beardMeanwhile others had some interesting advice for the Highway actorChange the look before the baby comes out else the baby will not recognise u pre amp post shaving the third comment readIn another update Randeep was seen taking blessings at the Mahalaxmi Temple also known as the Ambabai Temple ahead of welcoming his first child with his better half Lin LaishramOn the work front Randeep is currently busy with the final leg of his upcoming drama Eetha costarring ShraddhaA source close to the actor revealed âThis phase has been incredibly transformative for Randeep Heâs finishing an important film and at the same time preparing to become a father something heâs deeply emotional and excited about Visiting the Kolhapur Mahalaxmi Temple was very integral and spiritualâMade under the direction of Laxman Utekar Eetha is based on the life of one of Indiaâs earliest TamashaLavni dancers The film intends to share a powerful journey rooted in cultureOver and above this Randeep has also been roped in for the epic war drama âOperation Khukriâ The Sarbjit actor has procured the official movie rights to âOperation Khukri The Untold Story of the Indian Armyâs Bravest Peacekeeping Mission Abroadâ by Major General Rajpal Punia and Damini Punia IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/randeep-hooda-flaunts-his-clean-shaven-look-in-throwback-pics-asks-shall-do-it-again-662391.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 19:43:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sanjay-dutt-shares-glimpse-of-his-positive-exchange-with-cm-yogi-adityanath-662410.html Mumbai Feb 23 Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt met with the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Yogi Adityanath recently On Monday the actor took to his Instagram and shared a picture of his meeting with the CM In the picture the two can be seen shaking hands The actor wrote in the caption âIt was a pleasure meeting Honâble Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ji in Lucknow Truly appreciate the blessings and the positive exchangeâEarlier Sanjay Dutt confessed that his wife Maanayata Dutt has stood by him like a rock for the last 18 years of their marriage In a heartfelt anniversary post the actor thanked his better half for being his strength and picking him whenever he seemed to fall in life Sanjay further thanked Maanayata for their two amazing kids Shahraan and IqraPosting some unseen family photos of the couple Sanjay wrote on the photosharing app Happy anniversary mama you have always been strength in my life and stood by me like a rock through thick and thin when I have fallen you have picked me up you have given me me the most amazing kids we stand together through life what ever it throws to us as a team thank you for being there with me and taking care of me may we see many many good times together love you mother jai bhole nath sicâNot just Sanjay but Maanayata also commemorated 18 years of marital bliss with an emotional note for her husband on social media Reflecting on their time together she said that their journey is one she âwouldnât trade for anything ever 18 years Recapping the Countless moments endless love and a journey I wouldnât trade for anything ever From then to now itâs justâandâstill youâ happy anniversary my bestest half love you always amp forever duttsanjay love grace positivity dutts thankyougod one of my fav moment is the two of us on the scooter in Budapest and also with duttiqra on karwachauthâFor the unversed Sanjay and Maanayata first tied the knot in Goa in a registered marriage back in 2008 which was followed by a Hindu ceremony in Mumbai In October 2010 the couple welcomed twins a boy and a girl IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sanjay-dutt-shares-glimpse-of-his-positive-exchange-with-cm-yogi-adityanath-662410.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/keerthy-suresh-enjoys-an-evening-to-remember-with-rani-mukerji-rekha-662414.html Mumbai Feb 23 Southern beauty Keerthy Suresh enjoyed a fun evening in the presence of some legendary Bollywood beauties Rani Mukerji and Rekha While Keerthy looked as stunning as ever in a black pantsuit with a crop top Rekha was her regal self wearing a white salwar kameez paired with a golden dupattaJoining them Rani opted for a maroon top along with pink satin trousersSharing some glimpses of the quality time with the ladies on social media Keerthy wrote the caption An evening to remember sic followed by a red heart emojiWe could also see actress Huma Qureshi posing with the Dasara actress twinning with her in blackWorkwise Keerthy will next be seen sharing screen space with Vijay Deverakonda in the highly anticipated Rowdy JanardhanaIn December last year the makers treated the fans to Vijay Deverakondas initial glimpse from his nextAnnouncing the drama on social media VD shared the powerpacked first promo from the project on his official Instagram handleThe video showed Vijay Deverakonda in a fierce avatar for his next A shirtless VD was seen drenched in blood flaunting his long hair and a thick moustache Donning a dark lungi he was seen wielding a machete If the promo is any hint the Arjun Reddy actor will be seen essaying the role of a feared rowdy from Kalingapatnam in the project directed by Ravi Kiran KolaâThe Biography of a Wounded man in 1 year RowdyJanardhana December 2026 VD captioned the postFurthermore Keerthys lineup includes Rishi Sivakumars Thottam in which she will be seen alongside Antony Varghese PepeThe technical crew of the movie includes cinematographer George C Williams known for his work in Atlees superhit films Raja Rani and Theri The editing department of Thottam will be headed by Chaman Chacko Harshavardhan Rameshwar has provided the tunes and background score for the filmMohammed Irrfan who has been a part of international projects such as The Night Comes for Us and Headshot is also on board the technical crew of Thottam IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/keerthy-suresh-enjoys-an-evening-to-remember-with-rani-mukerji-rekha-662414.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 22:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/zeenat-aman-supports-idea-of-fulfilling-relationship-without-state-or-religious-approval-662426.html Mumbai Feb 23 Veteran actress Zeenat Aman has shared a blast from the past On Monday the actress took to her Instagram and shared a throwback clip from Simi Garewalâs show in which she can be seen talking about the idea of marriage and commitment In the video she shared that she wonât get married for the 2nd time and that she has no problem staying singleShe said âI dont think I will ever get married again and I definitely wont have any more children See you have to qualify being single as opposed to being married You can have a relationship without being married I never want to get married again Theres nothing thats permanent Why should we assume that any relationship is going to be permanent Your children are not yours Theyre going to grow up and go away and have their own livesâShe further mentioned âI think that there is more respect in a relationship when it is not bound by you know signatures and tradition and laws and rules You are with each other because you want to be and because you choose to be not because you have to be And theres no question of taking each other for granted I think thats what happened to me in my marriage I was completely taken for grantedâShe also penned a long note in the caption as she wrote âRemember I posted my opinion on livein relationships some months ago It caused a bit of a kerfuffle amongst some of my contemporaries and was accompanied by the usual accusations of insulting traditional values Well hereâs a blast from the past with my younger self sharing the same view I am honestly not courting controversy but simply expounding the truth I have discerned from my own experiences The core of my view is that itâs more important that the relationship between two people be held sacred by THEM than it is that it be âsanctifiedâ for society through marriageâShe went on âThe idea that you cannot have a fulfilling relationship without statereligious approval is quite frankly as ridiculous as the idea that getting married will make an unhappy relationship suddenly happy I understand societal pressures and I also understand that more and more young people today are entering relationships as equals Not to grow wealth or build alliances or seek protection or please parents or have children but to experience the beauty of human connection The bedrock of a healthy relationship isnât its governmental status itâs the respect and love two people share regardless of paperwork Here is the truth should either of my boys to choose to get married I will be elated But whatâs far more important to me is that they have meaningful and equal romantic partners in their lives Whether they get married or not This clip is from an overwhelming interview that I did in 1999ââI was not at all expecting to be questioned about such personal matters but ended up going with the flow To be frank it makes me uncomfortable to watch even now Yet time enough has passed for me to realise how important such conversations are In inciting raw and unfiltered answers from me Simi made such subjects less taboo for others to talk about Iâm sure many of you have thoughts on this Iâd love to read them in the comments but please be respectful We are allowed to have differing opinions without verbal violenceâ she added IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/zeenat-aman-supports-idea-of-fulfilling-relationship-without-state-or-religious-approval-662426.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 22:58:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/drashti-dhami-wishes-husband-neeraj-on-11th-anniversary-says-he-makes-coffee-at-3-am-as-she-holds-their-baby-662264.html Mumbai Feb 22 Television actress Drashti Dhami marked her 11th wedding anniversary with husband Neeraj Khemka and penned a heartfelt social media post that reflected on how their relationship has evolved over the years Sharing a series of romantic pictures from intimate moments together to fun travel memories and an adorable family portrait with their baby Leela Drashti expressed how her husband now makes coffee for her even at office hours while she holds and takes care of their babyâHappy 11 years to the man who once gave me butterflies and now gives me coffee while I hold our baby at 3 am Our life may not be glamorous anymore but itâs full of giggles cuddles and a tiny boss who runs the house Wouldnât trade this crazy beautiful life with you for anythingI love you âHappy 11 to us khemkanirajâ she wrote on her social media accountThe actressâ post highlights how her love story with Neeraj transitioned from romancefilled beginnings to embracing parenthood and further shared responsibilities One of the pictures shared in the carousel shows the couple wrapped in a warm hug while another picture captures them enjoying a snowy holiday A portrait features the two smiling at the camera with holding their baby girl in their armsFor the uninitiated Drashti Dhami married businessman Neeraj Khemka in February 2015 in a traditional ceremony attended by family and close friends Actress Suhasi Dhami known for her role in the television show âYahaan Main Ghar Ghar Kheliâ is her sisterinlaw her brothers wifeOn the professional front Drashti rose to fame with her popular show âGeet â Hui Sabse Parayiâ more than a decade ago She also won hearts as Dr Muskaan in the hit medical drama âDill Mill Gayyeâ Later she starred opposite Vivian Dsena in âMadhubala â Ek Ishq Ek Junoonâ which carved her position as a leading female face on television Drashti also explored hosting with âJhalak Dikhhla Jaaâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/drashti-dhami-wishes-husband-neeraj-on-11th-anniversary-says-he-makes-coffee-at-3-am-as-she-holds-their-baby-662264.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ankita-lokhande-gets-emotional-as-sister-gets-engaged-662268.html Mumbai Feb 23 Actress Ankita Lokhande recently turned emotional as she penned a heartfelt note for her sister Aashita on her engagement Taking to her social media account Ankita posted a video montage featuring series of throwback pictures and penned a long message that read âGoing down memory lane from our little Gudiya Raani to this beautiful moment of celebrating your engagementââMy darling Aashu I hope you always know how deeply you are loved and how incredibly happy we all are to see you step into this new chapter of your lifeâYou truly mean the world to us always have always willWishing you a life full of love happiness and everything brightFinally finding her soulmate our Gudiya Raani is all grown up and engaged now Love you foreverâ She also added âAashi bashi Iâm gonna miss uâFor the uninitiated Aashita is often seen at Ankitaâs family gatherings and professional celebrations and has been a constant at important occasions including festivals and Poojas Recently during Mahashivratri celebrations Ankita and her husband Vicky Jain performed a special puja Aashita was also seen participating in the rituals alongside the familyAnkita who married Vicky Jain in December 2021 in a grand ceremony in Mumbai frequently shares glimpses of her closeknit family on social mediaOn the occasion of Mahashivratri Ankita Lokhande and her husband Vicky Jain performed an elaborate puja where the actress highlighted how âShiva and Parvati showed that love existsâThe two were seen offering prayers together in a traditional ceremony at their residence in MumbaiSharing glimpses from the rituals on her social media account Ankita posted a series of pictures and wroteâRead this quote somewhereâWhen the one you prayed for becomes the one you pray withââAnd honestly thatâs exactly how the universe made us happenForever grateful to the Almighty to faith and to divine timingHave faith Wait for your turnHar Har MahadevBecause love existsâ because Shiva amp Parvati showed usHappyMahaShivRatri AnViâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ankita-lokhande-gets-emotional-as-sister-gets-engaged-662268.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/jackie-shroff-remembers-madhubalas-enduring-legacy-on-her-57th-death-anniversary-662269.html Mumbai Feb 23 Actor Jackie Shroff paid a heartfelt tribute to legendary actress Madhubala on her 57th death anniversary remembering her as an eternal icon of grace and beauty Honouring her timeless legacy he also referenced the classic song Jab Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya from her 1960 magnum opus âMughalEAzamâJackie took to Instagram stories where he shared a sepiahued vintage photograph of Madhubala who was one of the finest actresses in the history of Indian cinema He added the song Jab Pyar Kiya To Darna Kiye by Lata Mangeshkar playing in the backgroundFor the caption he simply wrote âIn loving memory of Madhubala ji Remembering her enduring legacy on her death anniversaryâMadhubala appeared in over 70 films ranging from slapstick comedies to historical dramas in a twodecadelong career She was 8 years old and shortly after began playing minor roles starting with BasantShe then began starring in leading roles in the late 1940s She earned success with Neel Kamal and Amar the horror films Mahal Badal and TaranaFollowing a brief setback Madhubala found continued success with her roles in the comedies Mr amp Mrs 55 1955 Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi 1958 and Half Ticket 1962 the crime films Howrah Bridge and Kala Pani and the musical Barsaat Ki RaatMadhubalas portrayal of Anarkali in the historical epic drama MughaleAzam 1960 earned her widespread critical acclaimShe married actorsinger Kishore Kumar in 1960 Throughout her adult life Madhubala suffered from recurring bouts of breathlessness and hemoptysis caused by a ventricular septal defect ultimately leading to her death at the age of 36 in 1969Talking about Jackie he will next be seen in Ahmed Khanâs upcoming comedy film titled âWelcome To The JungleâThe film has a huge star cast including names such as Akshay Kumar Jackie Shroff Suniel Shetty Arshad Warsi Paresh Rawal Raveena Tandon Disha Patani Lara Dutta Jacqueline Fernandez Shreyas Talpade Aftab Shivdasani Mika Singh Mukesh Tiwari Zakir Hussain Yashpal Sharma Johnny Lever Rajpal Yadav Krushna Abhishek Kiku Sharda Daler Mehndi Tusshar Kapoor and Sayaji Shinde IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/jackie-shroff-remembers-madhubalas-enduring-legacy-on-her-57th-death-anniversary-662269.html Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ravi-udyawar-deconstructs-visual-texture-of-do-deewane-seher-mein-662185.html Mumbai Feb 21 Director Ravi Udyawar who has helmed the recently released film âDo Deewane Seher Meinâ has spoken about the logistics of the film and how he arrived at the colour palette of the film The director spoke with IANS during the promotions of the film and shared insights into the look and feel of the film and its visual textureHe told IANS âI think every film has its own canvas Im an artist I paint I remember so Abhiruchi Chand has written the story and shes also written the screenplay We spent a lot of time together Every film has emotional highs and lows And so the minute you decide âOkay these are the charactersâ And when you fixate on that a lot of things fall into placeâThe director shared that the film talks about the flaws within and how one has to accept it HE said âThe minute you open it it changes the world Like the person that youre hiding in todays world you always show the best side of you So the flaw is always hidden The minute you show that because this is who you are is when you connect is when everything gets easier because youre not scared of anything Youre like âOkay this is who I amâ Even the charactersâ outfit there is a colour journeyââLike you see them finding their own self So its a discovery of colour Theyre very different as people And when they find their true identity is when they find their colour and the colours bring out When you fall in love you start liking colours So all that you see it beautifully designed to the film And thats how its designed Weve made the city of Mumbai as the character as the always had that softer romantic side to itâ he added IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ravi-udyawar-deconstructs-visual-texture-of-do-deewane-seher-mein-662185.html Sun, 22 Feb 2026 00:13:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sargun-mehta-refutes-pregnancy-rumours-just-ask-us-662186.html Mumbai Feb 21 Actress Sargun Mehta has finally reacted to the speculations that she is expecting her first child with husband Ravi Dubey after 12 years of marriage Breaking her silence on the matter Sargun revealed that any such reports are absolutely baseless She further took a jibe at the media saying that according to the reports she has been pregnant for the last 2 yearsMocking it as one long pregnancy the Qismat actress dropped a post on her official Instagram handle that read News apparently knows before us about our pregnancy for the last 2 years According to them Ive been pregnant Thats one long pregnancy sicSargun further urged all to stop spreading such false narratives and advised them to simply confirm the news from them before writing anythingJust calm down and stop spreading baseless news It wouldnt take much time to ask us or our team if the news is genuine before writing about it she went on to pen on the photosharing appExpressing her disappointment in the caption as well the Saunkan Saunkne actress shared How do you know about a pregnancy that me and ravi are unaware about STOP IT KINDLY sic followed by a folded hands emojiKeeping things on the lighter side Ravie commented caption along with laughing with tears emojiIt is not the first time that speculations regarding the couples pregnancy have been doing the rounds on social media From time to time rumours of these two being ready to embrace parenthood keep making it to the internetFor those who do not know Sargun and Ravie first crossed paths back in 2009 on the sets of the popular show â1224 Karol Baghâ where they played husband and wife During the shoot they became friends and gradually their friendship transpired into loveAfter dating for several years Ravie proposed to Sargun during a live show on national TVThe couple finally got married in a grand Punjabi wedding on 7 December 2013 and have been shelling relationship goals ever since IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sargun-mehta-refutes-pregnancy-rumours-just-ask-us-662186.html Sun, 22 Feb 2026 00:15:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/mariah-carey-shares-rare-pictures-of-her-twins-662188.html Los Angeles Feb 22 Singersongwriter Mariah Carey is getting real and showing a rare aspect of her life The singer recently shared rare photos of her twins Moroccan Scott and Monroe 14 on the Stories section of her Instagram The singer shares the kids with exhusband Nick Cannon reports âPeopleâ magazineThe âObsessedâ singer 56 reposted photos from her teen twins Instagram accounts Rocstarâ she captioned a repost of Moroccan who wore Timberland boots baggy lightwash jeans and a black hoodie layered under a coordinating denim and suede jacketAs per âPeopleâ he appeared to be standing on a New York City subway platform RoeRoe Divaâ the Grammy winner captioned the second Instagram Stories post which featured a selfie of Monroe who wore a grey hoodie and two black star patches on her faceThe singer most recently shared a snap with her twins on Christmas 2025 when they matched her height as they wore holiday sweaters with her face on them âChristmas Eveâ she captioned the photos at the timeNick Cannon 45 is also the father of 10 other children following his split from Mariah Carey in 2014 The former couple finalized their divorce in 2016Theyre a lot but they give me so much love in return I wouldnt be the same person without themâ the singer told âPeopleâ in August 2019 I think Nick and I have done pretty well in coparenting staying friends with each other so that we can talkMariah Carey and Nick Cannon 45 have also been open about how they are raising their children to be humble I want my kids to understand that every child isnt as fortunate as they areâ Nick earlier said The singer shared the same sentiment in 2019 saying Its hard but I try to keep them grounded so they dont think everything is just handed to themâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/mariah-carey-shares-rare-pictures-of-her-twins-662188.html Sun, 22 Feb 2026 03:49:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/britney-spears-bares-it-all-in-her-social-media-post-662189.html Los Angeles Feb 22 Pop icon Britney Spears is setting Instagram on fire with her latest post The singersongwriter didnt leave much to the imagination in her post The singer 43 shared a photo on the social media platform in which she could be seen posing nude on a beach reports âPeopleâ magazineShe held her arms up to her chest and looked back at the camera behind her as she censored her butt with a rose emoji The singer who didnt include a caption with her post wore her hair in a halfup halfdown styleAs per âPeopleâ Britney shared a similar photo on Instagram back in August That image showed the mom of two posing with her arms stretched above her head as she looked out a large window With her back facing the camera Spears wore nothing but a pair of black kneehigh boots and she used the same rose emoji to cover her buttThe âToxicâ singer explained in her 2023 tellall memoir âThe Woman in Meâ why sharing her risque selfies with the world brings her âa lot of joyââI know that a lot of people donât understand why I love taking pictures of myself naked or in new dresses But I think if theyâd been photographed by other people thousands of times prodded and posed for other peopleâs approval theyâd understand that I get a lot of joy from posing the way I feel sexy and taking my own picture doing whatever I want with itâ she sharedEarlier Britney had come out victorious after managing the tensions in her family The singersongwriter says sheâs âlucky to be aliveâ after managing ongoing family tensionsThe singer 44 opened up about her family and feelings of loneliness in a post on Instagram As people all we really want is to feel connected to each other and never feel aloneâ she began her Instagram caption âFor those of you in your family that have said to help you is to isolate you and make you feel unbelievably left out â they were wrong We can forgive as people but u donât ever forget Yearning and longing for contact is always crucial sicâShe added that she believes she is âincredibly lucky to even be alive with how my family treated me once in my life and now Iâm scared of themâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/britney-spears-bares-it-all-in-her-social-media-post-662189.html Sun, 22 Feb 2026 03:58:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/dipika-kakar-forgets-wedding-anniversary-three-year-old-son-says-sharam-karo-dipika-kakar-662195.html Mumbai Feb 22 Television star couple Shoaib Ibrahim and Dipika Kakar recently gave fans a dose of laughter after their threeyearold son Ruhaan adorably poked fun at his mother for âforgettingâ her wedding anniversary that falls on the 22nd of February In a recent YouTube vlog shared by Shoaib the actor was seen teasing Dipika for being confused about their anniversary date Dipika who appeared confused and forgetful was seen asking him whether their wedding anniversary falls on February 23 or 24 Shoaib continued to pull her leg further jokingly questioning how she could forget their wedding anniversaryTaking the joke a little further Shoaib turned to their little son Ruhaan and jokingly prompted him to say âSharam karo mamaâ Have some shame mom But little Ruhaan took the entire fun a step ahead and to everyoneâs surprise said âSharam karo Dipika Kakarâ leaving both his parents in splits The unexpected response from the three yearold boy left Shoaib and Deepika bursting into laughterDipika later was then seen pretending to be upset over her sonâs remark but the adorable baby boy melted her heart as he walked up to her hugged her and planted a kiss making her smile againTalking about Shoaib and Dipikaâs love story it began on the sets of the television show âSasural Simar Kaâ where they first met and gradually grew close over the period of time The couple dated for several years before tying the knot on February 22 2018 in a traditional ceremony in Maudaha Shoaibâs hometownThe couple welcomed their first baby a son whom they call Ruhaan in June 2023 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/dipika-kakar-forgets-wedding-anniversary-three-year-old-son-says-sharam-karo-dipika-kakar-662195.html Sun, 22 Feb 2026 07:52:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/salim-merchantreflects-on-the-economics-of-independent-music--662203.html Mumbai Feb 22 Composer Salim Merchant reflected on the economics of independent music during an exclusive conversation with IANS When asked about the current scene of independent music in the country Salim said that with the emergence of independent music it has become extremely easy for the makers to release a song something which was not so uncomplicated previouslySalim told IANS Independent music has already changed There used to be only film music before of course Gazals and classical music were there but earlier there was music mostly made for films Now if you look closely more independent music is being made compared to film music and this had to happen It has become extremely easy for a musician a singer a composer to make a song and to release it it was not the case earlier Now all the music is digitalbased hence it has become easier for the makers to make music There is no restriction in case there is no film no impediment as a creator as a musician as a singer or as a composer You have all the freedom to do what you wantHe added that given how things are moving it can be assumed that independent music will reach new heights in the future and will also cater to a bigger audienceSo the expression of the art form of music has gone really high up because of independent music and I believe it will grow even further It will reach new heights and will be available to more people and this is just the beginning the composer went on to addTowards the end Salim shared that the COVID19 pandemic has managed to set a very good benchmark for independent music to growThis is just the beginning he concluded IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/salim-merchantreflects-on-the-economics-of-independent-music--662203.html Sun, 22 Feb 2026 09:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shalini-pandey-on-her-independent-journey-in-cinema-everyone-should-pursue-their-dreams-662204.html Mumbai Feb 22 Actress Shalini Pandey opened up about her independent journey in the entertainment industry During an exclusive interaction with IANS she said that everyone should pursue their dreams The Dabba Cartel actress added that she looks back on her decision to leave her home to become an actress with kind eyesShalini was asked You have had an independent journey in cinema without any industry legacy When you decided to leave your home to pursue your dreams how do you look back at that phase of your lifeTo this the Maharaj actress told IANS I think that was the best decision of my life because I feel anyone who wants to do something should pursue their dreams I believe if I had not pursued my dream and had done something else I would not have been happy So I am glad that I made that decision I always look back and see it with very kind eyes and I am very grateful that I made myself go through that to be hereReflecting on making her space in the industry without any help Shalini shared that it is very crucial to be patient and consistent when you are in your growth phaseThe Arjun Reddy actress further stated that the industry has taught her to have selfbeliefReiterating her belief that constancy is the key to growing in life Shalini shared I think it is not about the industry but in life as well it takes a lot of patience and consistency when you are growing So I think thats life and I believe this industry has taught me a lot and it has taught me to be patient it has also taught me to have selfbelief and all this has only gotten stronger with time I do believe that consistency matters in your growth and that is also my approach to life in general IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shalini-pandey-on-her-independent-journey-in-cinema-everyone-should-pursue-their-dreams-662204.html Sun, 22 Feb 2026 09:49:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/big-b-says-considerate-partner-abhishek-bachchans-surprise-visit-washed-away-his-anxiety-662070.html Mumbai Feb 21 Megastar Amitabh Bachchan shared an emotional note about son Abhishek Bachchan saying the actorâs unexpected visit brought him comfort during a moment of distress The cinema icon took to his blog and reflected on feelings of âdislocationâ and âdisplacementâ admitting he was weighed down by worry and anxiousness when Abhishek walked into his room unannounced âAnd in the distress of dislocation of disconnection of just the futility of displacement comes a welcome breath the SON walks into my room unannounced in a surprise simply washed away all the negativity the worry the anxiousness sicâ Amitabh wroteThe thespian expressed gratitude for the warmth and reassurance his son brought him in that quiet momentâAbhishek is a beautiful considerate partner friend and more sicâ he added The octogenarian married veteran actress and politician Jaya Bhaduri on June 1973 and together they have two children Shweta and AbhishekBig B was last seen on screen in Vettaiyana Tamillanguage action drama film directed by T J Gnanavel Rajinikanth Fahadh Faasil Rana Daggubati Manju Warrier Ritika Singh Dushara Vijayan Rohini Rao Ramesh Abhirami and Ramesh Thilak The film follows a senior police officer who accidentally shoots an innocent person during an encounter killing while investigating the murder of a teacherTalking about Abhishek he was last seen in Kaalidhar Laapata Madhumita directs the drama film The story follows Kaalidhar a middleaged man experiencing memory loss and a sense of abandonment after overhearing his familys plan to leave him behind during a religious gathering Choosing to leave on his own Kaalidhar embarks on a journey that leads him to meet Ballu an eightyearold orphanHe will next be seen in Raja Shivaji directed by Riteish Deshmukh The film is based on the life of Shivaji the founder of the Maratha EmpireIt features an ensemble cast led by Riteish Deshmukh in the title role alongside Sanjay Dutt Abhishek Bachchan Mahesh Manjrekar Sachin Khedekar Bhagyashree Fardeen Khan Jitendra Joshi Amole Gupte and Genelia Deshmukh IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/big-b-says-considerate-partner-abhishek-bachchans-surprise-visit-washed-away-his-anxiety-662070.html Sat, 21 Feb 2026 11:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kim-kardashian-recalls-performing-belinda-carlisle-classic-tarck-in-1987-talent-show-662073.html Mumbai Feb 21 Reality TV star Kim Kardashian took a trip down memory lane as she shared a few childhood photographs from 1987 remembering a special talent show performance with her closest friends Kim posted two throwback images on InstagramIn one image a young Kim is seen standing outdoors in front of a chainlink fence dressed in a lightpatterned dress paired with a matching long jacket She completed the look with white socks and sneakers The other photograph had little Kim posing with her friends all dressed in a similar outfits Taking to the caption section Kim said that she and her âlifersâ had performed Belinda Carlisleâs hit track Heaven Is a Place on Earth at their school talent show that year She wrote âMe and some of my lifers the year was 1987 we performed Belinda Carlisle âheaven is a place on earthâ for the talent show this dayâShe fondly remembered how they practised tirelessly in a friendâs basement and dressed up in coordinated outfits ordered by her grandmother MJ from her storeâMy grandma MJ ordered us these outfits from her store we practiced so hard in Ashleyâs basement my dad video taped this performance I have to find itâ Kim concluded On February 10 Kim enjoyed a fun night in with her sisters Khloe Kardashian and Kylie Jenner Kylie who is a makeup mogul took to her official Instagram handle and shared a video of herself trying some fun tricks from the internet with Kim and Khloe The clip showed Khloe attempting to lift Kim and Kylie on her legs just like shown in a social media video However when they fail even after multiple attempts Khloe playfully starts pulling KimSharing the hilarious video with her Insta Family Kylie declared her love for her siblings in the caption saying love us kimkardashian khloekardashian sic IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kim-kardashian-recalls-performing-belinda-carlisle-classic-tarck-in-1987-talent-show-662073.html Sat, 21 Feb 2026 11:30:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/gurmeet-choudhary-says-tom-cruise-inspires-him-to-push-limits-662074.html Mumbai Feb 21 Bollywood actor Gurmeet Choudhary has shared that his recent highoctane stunt sequence shot on the rocks of Kullu Manali was inspired by Hollywood star Tom Cruise whom he calls one of his biggest motivations Gurmeet took to Instagram where he shared a string of glimpses as BTS from his shoot in Himachal PradeshHe first wrote BTS from Kullu Manali Doing my own stunt on those real rocksâ taking a small breakâ and then going again for that perfect shot Canât even explain how much I enjoy doing my own stunts The pain the focus the fire â this is where I feel aliveâThe actor shared that he doesnât always tell his wife Debinna about his risky stunts as he doesnât want her to panicâYesâ thatâs me hanging on the rocks doing my own stunts again and again until we get that perfect shot I donât always tell Debina when something is risky because love worries and I never want her to panic but donât worry â everything is done with full precautions full safety and full preparationâ he wroteâThe thrill the height the challengeâ thatâs what gives me real joy Actor on screen family man at heart adrenaline in my bloodâGurmeet spoke about performing the physically demanding stunt himself hanging off real rocks and repeating the shot until it met his expectations Calling it both mentally testing and physically exhausting the actor said admiration for artistes who push boundaries for every frame leaves no room for backing outâThis BTS stunt on the rocks was dedicated to one of my biggest inspirations Tom Cruise It was seriously a tough one physically demanding and mentally testingbut when you admire someone who pushes limits for every frame you dont back outââYou prepare harder focus deeper and go again Inspiration doesnt make it easy it makes BTS you fearless inspired NoShortcuts tomcruiseâ he concluded the post IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/gurmeet-choudhary-says-tom-cruise-inspires-him-to-push-limits-662074.html Sat, 21 Feb 2026 11:31:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ranveer-singh-threat-case-loc-issued-against-voice-note-sender-harry-boxer-662079.html Mumbai Feb 21 The Mumbai Crime Branch has issued a Look Out Circular LOC against a member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang for reportedly threatening Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh and demanding Rs 20 crore Security around the actor has been tightened as the AntiExtortion Cell probes the case An FIR was registered after police verified a voice note in which the caller identified himself as Harichandra alias Harry BoxerAs per the Mumbai Police the Mumbai Crime Branch has issued a Look Out Circular LOC against Harichandra alias Harry Boxer a member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang in connection with threatening RanveerPolice had sent the threatening voice note received by Ranveer Singhâs manager to Punjab and Haryana for verification The sender of the voice note had identified himself as Harry Boxer and demanded a ransom of Rs 20 croreAfter Mumbai Police received information about the threatening voice note it was forwarded to the Punjab and Haryana Police Once authorities there confirmed that the voice in the note matched that of Harry Boxer an FIR was registeredThe Mumbai Cyber Police registered an FIR against Harry Boxer based on a complaint filed by Ranveer Singhâs manager Vijay Subramanian The case is being investigated in coordination with the Crime Branchâs AntiExtortion CellAccording to police the manager received calls on his phone from an international number 340 which is believed to be the country code for the Virgin Islands The caller allegedly demanded money and issued threatsFollowing the threats security at Ranveerâs residence has been tightened He has also been advised to remain cautious while travelling for film shootsIt is reported that âBoxerâ left lengthy voice notes stating that if his demands were not met âthe next seven generationsâ would remember the consequencesIn the voice note he allegedly said âRanveer Singh you went back on something you had said fineâ either return to that commitment or we will show you what punishment follows for backing out Thatâs why we are leaving this voice note for youâââRohit Shetty and you come on the lineâ and we are telling the entire Bollywood as wellâ the firing carried out today in Portugal I and my brothers take responsibility for the firing at âMarina Grandâ and at Sukhdevâs shopâThis is the second FIR registered against members of the Bishnoi gang Earlier on February 1 a firing incident took place outside the Juhu residence of filmmaker Rohit ShettyThe agency investigating the case has so far arrested 12 people including alleged shooter Deepak Sharma who reportedly opened fire at filmmaker Rohit Shettyâs residence at the behest of the Shubham Lonkar group IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ranveer-singh-threat-case-loc-issued-against-voice-note-sender-harry-boxer-662079.html Sat, 21 Feb 2026 11:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/vikram-announces-he-is-to-begin-work-on-four-films-662080.html Chennai Feb 21 One of Indias finest actors Vikram fondly called Chiyaan Vikram by his fans has now announced that he is to do four films with directors that he deeply admires Taking to his Instagram page to make the announcement Vikram wrote Sometimes silence is preparation I spent this year waiting for stories that moved me Grateful to now begin four films each very different with directors I deeply admire I canât wait to share these journeys with you Anban ChiyaanThe announcement has sparked great excitement not just among fans but also among film buffs Vikrams last release was in March 2025 when director S U Arun Kumars eagerly awaited action thriller Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 released Although the films release was postponed at the last minute because of a legal issue the film went on to emerge a superhit when it finally releasedThe films success and the support given by the audience left Vikram so overwhelmed that he released a video clip to express his gratitude after it became evident that the film was emerging a successReleasing a video clip after a week of the filmâs release Vikram had said âThere is only one life Turn it into history said someone with ease But life hurls some problem some curveball at us We have to face several such issuesâFor instance before Veera Dheera Soorans release several people saw the film and expressed awe at the way it had been made They said that this film would emerge a huge blockbuster They said it was raw a mass film and that it would be one of the biggest films of the year All this made us very excited he recalledâHowever as you all know Legal problems cropped up The High court said that we couldnt release the film for four weeks I wanted to somehow take this film to fans That is because we had all put in so much effort into this film Be it the producer the actors or me everybody Vikram explainedâI wanted to do something raw and rustic for my fans At the same time I wanted it to be realistic and mass So when this film did not release I found it hardI decided I had to do something Everybody knows that for cinema I can do anything I did what I could and the film releasedâ he saidPointing out that it would be almost impossible for a film whose first two shows get cancelled Vikram said despite this disadvantage Veera Dheera Sooran was now emerging a huge successâWhen a films first show is cancelled and so is the second show it will not be able to rise Two shows of our film got cancelled and it released only in the evening The first days draw was definitely affected However every single person who came to the theatre to watch the film went back and said things that were more beautiful than what they had said before Especially families put out so many videos saying the film was superb and that they enjoyed the film very much Listening to all this made me very happy Vikram saidâI can now say with certainty that the film is now heading towards a massive victory When I think of all this I can only feel gratitude in my heart I want to thank all of you This was a film that was made for you What we thought has happened I feel very happy that it is reaching the place it is meant to reach I believe everybody who has watched Veera Dheera Sooran would have enjoyed it I hope those who havent watched it will watch itâ he saidNow with the actor announcing four films at one stretch there is huge excitement among the fans as to what the actor will serve up next IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/vikram-announces-he-is-to-begin-work-on-four-films-662080.html Sat, 21 Feb 2026 11:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/jackky-bhagnani-on-two-years-with-backbone-rakul-preet-singh-thank-you-for-being-mine-662083.html Mumbai Feb 21 Actorproducer Jackky Bhagnani shared an emotional note for his wife actress Rakul Preet Singh as the couple celebrated their second anniversary Jackky took to Instagram where he shared a video featuring special moments from their wedding holidays and time they spent togetherExpressing his love and gratitude Jackky wrote that words would never be enough to describe what Rakul means to himâI love you more than words could ever hope to express I may never truly be able to explain what you mean to me but today I just want to thank you for being in my life for being my constant for being mineâHe shared that the last two years spent together felt like âtwo fleeting secondsâ because every moment by her side makes time stand stillâHappy Second Anniversary my love These two beautiful years with you have felt like two fleeting secondsâ because every moment spent by your side simply makes time stand stillâ hew wroteâLove you to the moon and back and beyond In ways you may not even realise Iâve learned so much from youCalling Rakul his backbone and the light that brightens even his darkest skies Jackky added âYou are my strength when I feel weak My backbone when I need to stand tall And the star that softly lights up even my darkest skies rakulpreetâThe couple got married on February 21 2024 in a traditional ceremony in Goa They had made their relationship official in 2021Talking about work Rakul was recently seen in De De Pyaar De 2 with Ajay Devgn R Madhavan and Gautami KapoorShe is currently busy with Pati Patni Aur Woh Do costarring Ayushmann Khurrana Sara Ali Khan and Wamiqa Gabbi Made under the direction of Mudassar Aziz Pati Patni Aur Woh Do is slated to release on May 15Talking about Jackky he made his debut with Kal Kissne Dekha which was released in 2009 He was then seen in FALTU Ajab Gazabb Love Rangrezz Youngistaan and Welcome To KarachiIn 2016 he produced Sarbjit with his sister Deepshikha Deshmukh under the banner Pooja EntertainmentHe was last seen acting on the big screen in the 2018 film âMitronâ directed by Nitin KakkarAn official remake of the 2016 Telugu film Pelli Choopulu it stars Vijay Devarakonda with Ritu Varma Priyadarshi and Abhay Bethiganti The film showcases the journey of characters Jay and Avni as they walk through the path of finding themselves amidst their social and cultural backgrounds IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/jackky-bhagnani-on-two-years-with-backbone-rakul-preet-singh-thank-you-for-being-mine-662083.html Sat, 21 Feb 2026 11:40:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/amy-jackson-shares-a-picture-perfect-kiss-with-ed-westwick-662088.html Mumbai Feb 21 Bollywood actress Amy Jackson shared a glimpse of her romantic evening with husband English star Ed Westwick as she shared a pictureperfect kiss from their dinner date Amy took to her Instagram stories where she shared a picture with Westwick where the two looked deeply in love while enjoying an intimate nightThe image featured the couple sharing a romantic kiss Amy dressed in a sleek black outfit with her hair neatly pulled back leans in as Westwick wearing a black Tshirt holds her close across the table A plated gourmet meal and wine glasses can be seen kept on the tableAmy chose to keep it simple by letting the picture speak for itself and hence omitted adding a captionThe couple were also joined by their toddler son Oscar as the actress had earlier shared a glimpse of him In the image Oscarâs mouth was smeared with ice cream and his two tiny teeth were visibleShe captioned it âOscarâs having a lovely timeâAmy began dating English actor Ed Westwick in 2022 In 2024 they announced that they had gotten engaged in Gstaad and got married in August of that year in Campania In October the same year she announced she was pregnant with her second child and first with Westwick In March 2025 they revealed that their son Oscar Alexander had been bornAmy predominantly works in Tamil films in addition to few Hindi Telugu Kannada and English films Her most notable roles include Amy Wilkinson in Madrasapattinam Sarah in Singh Is Bliing Annie in Theri and Nila in 20She made her Hindi debut in Ekk Deewana Tha in 2012 and Telugu debut in Yevadu in 2014 She made her American debut as Imra Ardeen Saturn Girl in the television series Supergirl and her British debut as Nimisha in Boogie ManAmy was last seen in Crakk an extreme sports action film directed by Aditya Datt It stars Vidyut Jammwal Arjun Rampal Nora Fatehi Amy Jackson Jamie Lever Pooja Sawant Ankit Mohan and Rukmini Maitra IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/amy-jackson-shares-a-picture-perfect-kiss-with-ed-westwick-662088.html Sat, 21 Feb 2026 12:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rakul-preet-singh-on-two-years-with-jackky-bhagnani-youre-everything-i-ever-dreamt-of-and-more-662089.html Mumbai Feb 21 As they celebrate two years of marital bliss on Saturday actress Rakul Preet Singh poured her heart out for husband Jackky Bhagnani in a romantic post saying that he is everything she dreamt of and more Rakul took to Instagram where she shared a video montage highlighting the moments from their wedding day to nowâHappy 2nd anniversary to the love of my life You are everything I ever dreamt of and more Being with you feels like home you are my comfort my best friend and the most gentle person I know I am so proud of the man you are and the drive and passion with which you approach lifeâ she wrote as the captionRakul added âYour kindness and strength inspire me every day Thank you for filling my life with laughter love and adventure Hereâs to many more years of creating beautiful memories together I love you beyond wordsâThe couple got married on February 21 2024 in a traditional ceremony in Goa They had made their relationship official in 2021Talking about work Rakul was recently seen in De De Pyaar De 2 with Ajay Devgn R Madhavan and Gautami Kapoor She is currently shooting for Pati Patni Aur Woh Do costarring Ayushmann Khurrana Sara Ali Khan and Wamiqa Gabbi Made under the direction of Mudassar Aziz Pati Patni Aur Woh Do is slated to release on May 15The actress also celebrated one year of Mere Husband Ki Biwi which also stars Bhumi Pednekkar and Arjun KapoorFor the caption Rakul wrote âOne year of celebrating a film that brought more than just entertainment countless memories and friends for lifeâThe film followed Ankur a divorced man who gets a second chance at love when his college crush Antara reenters his life However things get complicated when his amnesiac former wife also returns confusing IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rakul-preet-singh-on-two-years-with-jackky-bhagnani-youre-everything-i-ever-dreamt-of-and-more-662089.html Sat, 21 Feb 2026 12:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/hariharan-on-working-with-r-d-barman-he-had-a-child-in-him-662090.html Mumbai Feb 21 Veteran singer Hariharan shared his experience of working with legendary singer and composer R D Burman Talking exclusively to IANS during the launch of his latest album Jaan Meri Hariharan revealed that R D Barman had a child in him which made him different from othersHe told IANS He had a child in him and that was his special quality He was so simple and he had a brilliance about him the way he did his phrases and his compositionsHariharan who has completed 5 decades in the music industry further pointed out that the compositions of R D Burman have been used the most for fusion as they are extremely modern and ahead of their time and hence able to contributeHe is a person whose compositions have been done the fusion with the most because it could lend to it The compositions are so open and so modern so ahead of their time you could do something with it he went on to addTaking a trip down memory lane Hariharan further revealed that he used to sing with Asha Bhosle as a cosinger and Puncham Da R D Burman used to be there I have traveled with him and I have learned a lot of things from him He was like a mentor to me he concludedDuring the same interaction Hariharan pitched in on the debate around whether singers should perform at weddings or not Stating that he needs decorum when he sings he shared See Ill tell you one thing I do all kinds of concerts I am very open But I need decorum when I sing and I make sure I have it and I am peaceful with itWhy do you sing To bring happiness and if you can get happiness that happiness in any situation with proper ambiance is fine he went on to add IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/hariharan-on-working-with-r-d-barman-he-had-a-child-in-him-662090.html Sat, 21 Feb 2026 12:41:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/mohnish-bahl-remembers-mother-nutan-on-35th-death-anniversary-662094.html Mumbai Feb 21 On her 35th death anniversary on Saturday actor Mohnish Bahl remembered his mother legendary actress Nutan and paid a heartfelt tribute to the late star Mohnish took to Instagram where he shared a monochrome picture of Nutan who was noted for her naturalistic acting in parts of conflicted women often deemed unconventionalFor the caption he simply dropped red hearts and a folded hand emojiIn a career spanning four decades and a filmography of almost 100 films ranging from urban romances to sociorealist dramas Nutan made her debut at the age of 14 in the 1950 film Hamari Beti directed by her motherShe was known for her work in films such as Sujata Bandini Milan Main Tulsi Tere Aangan Ki Anari Chhalia Tere Ghar Ke Saamne Khandan Saraswatichandra Anuraag and Saudagar to name a fewNutan was last seen in the film Insaniyat in 1994 in which she appeared posthumously The legendary star was married to naval LieutenantCommander Rajnish Bahl from 1959 until her death from breast cancer in 1991Talking about her son Mohnish debuted with the film Bekarar in a supporting role opposite Padmini Kolhapure and Sanjay Dutt He was then seen in Teri Bahon Mein a remake of The Blue Lagoon with Ayesha Dutt wife of Jackie ShroffHis only commercial success in a leading role was Purana Mandir He was then seen in Hum Aapke Hain Koun and Hum SaathSaath Hain are considered landmark films that transformed He has starred in over 100 filmsMohnishâs daughter Pranutan Bahl made her acting debut with Notebook in 2019 She has since starred in Helmet and Amar Prem Ki Prem Kahani IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/mohnish-bahl-remembers-mother-nutan-on-35th-death-anniversary-662094.html Sat, 21 Feb 2026 13:11:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/nani-releases-gripping-trailer-of-varalaxmis-saraswathi-662095.html Hyderabad Feb 21 Telugu star Nani on Saturday released the trailer of Saraswathi which marks actress Varalaxmi Sarathkumars debut as a director in the film industry Taking to his X timeline Nani wrote Some journeys are special because of the people behind them Super proud to launch the trailer of Saraswathi directed by dear friend varusarath5 Iâve seen the hard work sheâs poured into this and it truly deserves all your love Wishing the entire team nothing but success Saraswathi Produced by poojasarathkumar varalaxmisarathkumar Under the banner Dosadiariesoffl A MusicThaman MusicalThe trailer begins with Varalaxmi waiting at a police station We get to know that her daughter Saraswathi has gone missing I dropped her at school myself but when I went to pick her up they say that she is not there we hear the actress say Meanwhile Priyamani and Kishore too find themselves in the same predicament Priyamani asks the schools watchman that her child hasnt come yet The watchman replies that everybody has left and that there is nobody in school We then see both Priyamani and Kishore frantically searching for their child inside the school The cops soon swing into action and begin to make inquiries even as Varalaxmi says that her daughter will not go anywhere without informing her Without proof Varalaxmi seems helpless We then see Varalaxmi after several anxious moments approach Prakash Raj who plays advocate Ramanunajam in the film Initially reluctant to take her case as there is no evidence or proof we see him accepting her and appearing on her behalf in court We get to realise that a crime has happened and that even after a long drawn legal battle Varalaxmi will be unable to get justice The trailer ends with Varalaxmi procuring a gun and learning to fire it Not every woman will be a Saraswathi If there is a need she will even turn into a Kali she saysThe film is being produced by Varalaxmi herself along with her sister Pooja under the banner of Dosa DiariesThe film apart from featuring Varalaxmi herself features a host of actors including actors Prakash Raj Priya Mani Radhikaa Sarathkumar and Naveen ChandraSaraswathi also boasts of a sound technical team The film has music by one of Tamil and Telugu film industries top music director ThamanCinematography for the film has been handled by Edwin Sakay while editing for the film is by Venkat Raajen Art direction is by Sudheer and dance choreography is by Brinda IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/nani-releases-gripping-trailer-of-varalaxmis-saraswathi-662095.html Sat, 21 Feb 2026 13:12:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/konkona-sen-sharma-on-accused-role-what-moved-me-was-her-internal-collapse-under-scrutiny-662096.html Mumbai Feb 21 The makers of âAccusedâ on Saturday unveiled the trailer of the upcoming psychological drama Actress Konkona Sen Sharma who plays the lead Dr Geetika Sen has spoken about her role and said that what moved her was her characterâs internal collapse under scrutiny The trailer of the film offers a haunting glimpse into the life of Dr Geetika Sen a celebrated and respected surgeon and gynaecologist whose world begins to unravel after allegations of sexual misconduct surface at her workplaceAs scrutiny intensifies and public judgment grows louder the fracture seeps into her most intimate space her marriage to Dr Meera Set against an atmosphere of quiet tension and emotional restraint Accused resists sensationalism instead choosing to sit with ambiguityTalking about the trailer Konkona Sensharma who plays Dr Geetika Sen shared âGeetika is a woman used to control of her work her credibility her space What moved me was her internal collapse under scrutinyâDirected by Anubhuti Kashyap and produced by Dharma Productions the haunting new drama also stars Pratibha Rannta The film is releasing on February 27Pratibha Rannta who essays the role of Dr Meera said âPlaying Meera meant living in that messy space where you want to trust but your heart isnt sureâSpeaking about the trailer director Anubhuti Kashyap said âWith Accused I wanted to explore what happens when we are denied clarity The trailer reflects the emotional stillness and unease that runs through the filmâAccused challenges conventional narratives by telling the story from the accuseds perspective a lens rarely explored in Indian cinema With restrained performances and a measured directorial voice the film navigates themes of power vulnerability bias and emotional survivalAccused premieres on February 27 on NetflixKonkona made her debut as a child artist in the film Indira in 1983 She had her first leading role as an adult in the Bengali thriller Ek Je Aachhe Kanya She gained notice with the Englishlanguage film Mr and Mrs Iyer in 2002Meanwhile Pratibha made her acting debut with the television soap opera Qurbaan Hua She expanded to films with a leading role in the comedydrama Laapataa Ladies IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/konkona-sen-sharma-on-accused-role-what-moved-me-was-her-internal-collapse-under-scrutiny-662096.html Sat, 21 Feb 2026 13:14:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/soha-ali-khan-gives-peep-into-jehs-naruto-themed-bday-calls-kareena-kapoor-cool-as-cucumber-662115.html Mumbai Feb 21 Actress Soha Ali Khan gave a candid peek into the Narutothemed birthday celebrations of her nephew Jeh revealing that the cakecutting ceremony was nothing short of delightful chaos Soha took to Instagram to share a string of images from the birthday party The pictures featured Soha Saif Ali Khan Kareena Karisma Kapoor Saba Ali Khan Neha Dhupia several children and Jeh who seemed to be at the centre of the cheerful mayhem even if he wasnât clearly visible in the framesTaking to social media Soha shared snapshots from the celebration and wrote âBlink and heâs five Cake cutting photos have to be chaos Can see the cake birthday boy not so much But we could hear him And through it all is Bebo looking as cool as a cucumber howâKareena married Saif Ali Khan in 2012 in an intimate ceremony in Mumbai following a fiveyear courtship The couple welcomed their second child Jehangir Ali Khan on February 21 2021 The two had welcomed their first son Taimur in 2016On the work front Soha who is married to actorfilmmaker Kunal Kemmu was last seen in the horror drama âChhorii 2â where she played an impactful portrayal of Daasi Maa Directed by Vishal Furia the film is a sequel to the 2021 thriller ChhoriiStarring Nushrratt Bharuccha in the lead the sequel also featured key performances by Gashmeer Mahajani and Saurabh Goyal among others The film produced by Bhushan Kumar Krishan Kumar and Vikram Malhotra was released on 11 April 2025 She is set to star in the upcoming film BridgeSoha started her acting career with the romantic comedy film Dil Maange More in 2004 and is best known for her role in the drama film Rang De Basanti and the romance film Ahista Ahista In 2017 she authored a book The Perils of Being Moderately Famous IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/soha-ali-khan-gives-peep-into-jehs-naruto-themed-bday-calls-kareena-kapoor-cool-as-cucumber-662115.html Sat, 21 Feb 2026 14:37:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/bulleya-singer-amit-mishras-new-song-uth-ke-jaandi-is-about-pain-of-letting-go-662122.html Mumbai Feb 21 Playback singer Amit Mishra who is known for songs like âBulleyaâ âManma Emotion Jaageâ âGalti Se Mistakeâ and others has released his new song âUth Ke Jaandiâ The singer has said that the song speaks of the quiet pain of letting go The music video of the song features Aayush Anand and Sana Khan The soulstirring romantic ballad is a bilingual HindiâPunjabi love song that captures the quiet pain of separation Adding depth and emotional intensity to âUth Ke Jaandiâ Amit Mishraâs dynamic rendition makes the song deeply relatable especially for those navigating the pangs of heartbreakTalking about the song Amit Mishra told IANS âThereâs a lovely oldschool romance in âUth Ke Jaandiâ that instantly connected with me The song speaks about a very real moment in love the quiet pain of seeing someone you love walk away What I liked most was how simple and honest the song is I also really enjoyed singing both the Hindi and Punjabi parts which I donât often get to do in the same song I feel many listeners will relate to it and see their own stories in itâWith âUth Ke Jaandiâ Amit Mishra revisits the space of timeless romance offering listeners a song that stays with them long after it ends a gentle reminder that quiet emotions can often leave the strongest impressionThe music video of the song has been shot across picturesque locations in France with the visuals beautifully enhancing the songâs romantic mood giving it a soft dreamy cinematic feel The song has been composed by Neeru Mehta who doubles up as the lyricistThe song has been released under the label of NeeMelo Music IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/bulleya-singer-amit-mishras-new-song-uth-ke-jaandi-is-about-pain-of-letting-go-662122.html Sat, 21 Feb 2026 15:23:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kritika-kamra-gaurav-kapurs-wedding-signing-ceremony-date-finalised-for-march-11-661935.html Mumbai Feb 1 Actor Kritika Kamra and Gaurav Kapur will formalize their union in an intimate signing ceremony on March 11 at the television presenterâs residence in Mumbai The couple will exchange vows in the presence of immediate family followed by a private celebration with closed family and closest friendsA source close to the couple said âKritika and Gaurav wanted their wedding to feel authentic and personal rather than extravagant While they deeply value tradition they also wanted the celebrations to mirror who they are warm rooted elegant and surrounded by the people who truly matter to themââThe 12th party is being planned with a grand thought in Mumbai that beautifully captures their shared love for timeless aesthetics and meaningful gatheringsâKritika and Gaurav are wrapping up their professional commitments to immerse themselves in their wedding celebrations in March fullyA source close to the couple had earlier shared âBoth Kritika and Gaurav are extremely dedicated to their work so it was important for them to responsibly close all prior commitments before shifting their focus entirely to their wedding They donât want to rush through this special timeâKritika who recently began shooting for an independent genre film has been committed to completing her schedule seamlessly The project filmed on a starttofinish schedule is expected to wrap by the first week of MarchThe actress has been balancing long shoot hours while simultaneously coordinating personal workGaurav on the other hand has been juggling a packed schedule with his hosting commitments for the ongoing World Cup Post the March celebrations Gaurav is expected to resume work commitmentsâThe idea is to be fully present not thinking about shoots scripts or schedules Once March begins they plan to switch into complete brideandgroom mode and enjoy every moment with family and close friendsâ the source added IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kritika-kamra-gaurav-kapurs-wedding-signing-ceremony-date-finalised-for-march-11-661935.html Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kritika-kamra-gaurav-khanna-to-host-intimate-sundowner-wedding-in-golden-hues-661936.html Mumbai Feb 20 Golden hues and a warm sundowner glow will set the stage as Kritika Kamra and Gaurav Khanna host an intimate wedding ceremony in Mumbai this March Designed as a sundowner affair the celebration will feature elegant goldtoned decor creating a refined and festive ambience for the evening gathering followed by a celebratory partyA source close to IANS said âThe theme is golden hues as itâs a sundowner event Decor will be elegant gold tones to go with the celebration 12th the after celebrations are in south Mumbai its in an old colonial Victorian style venueâThe couple will formalise their union on March 11 with a private signing and registration ceremony at Gauravâs residence in Bandra attended by close family members and select friends The source added âKritika family is flying down to mumbai in early March The ceremony on 11th will be an intimate one where their wedding signing registration will take place at Gauravâs house in Bandra followed by a celebratory partyThe couple will exchange vows in the presence of immediate family followed by a private celebration with closed family and closest friendsA source had shared âKritika and Gaurav wanted their wedding to feel authentic and personal rather than extravagant While they deeply value tradition they also wanted the celebrations to mirror who they are warm rooted elegant and surrounded by the people who truly matter to themââThe 12th party is being planned with a grand thought in Mumbai that beautifully captures their shared love for timeless aesthetics and meaningful gatheringsâKritika and Gaurav are wrapping up their professional commitments to immerse themselves in their wedding celebrations in March fully Kritika made her acting debut in 2007 with Yahan Ke Hum Sikandar In 2009 she played a singer Arohi in Kitani Mohabbat Hai opposite Karan She was then seen in Pyaar Ka Bandhan Kitani Mohabbat Hai 2 Kuch Toh Log KahengeIn 2015 Kritika played a reporter Ananya Kashyap opposite Rajeev Khandelwal in Reporters She was then seen as Princess Chandrakanta in Prem Ya Paheli â ChandrakantaKritika made her film debut in 2018 with Mitron In 2021 she played a college student Sana in the web series Tandav In 2022 she first played a princess Kamini in Kaun Banegi Shikharwati Next she played Dolly a woman in a troubled marriage in Hush HushThe actress played a reporter Vidhi in the 2023 film Bheed In the same year she played Habiba in Bambai Meri Jaan Her most recent release Gyaarah Gyaarah IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kritika-kamra-gaurav-khanna-to-host-intimate-sundowner-wedding-in-golden-hues-661936.html Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kritika-kamra-gaurav-kapur-to-host-intimate-sundowner-wedding-in-golden-hues-661937.html Mumbai Feb 20 Golden hues and a warm sundowner glow will set the stage as Kritika Kamra and Gaurav Kapur host an intimate wedding ceremony in Mumbai this March Designed as a sundowner affair the celebration will feature elegant goldtoned decor creating a refined and festive ambience for the evening gathering followed by a celebratory partyA source close to IANS said âThe theme is golden hues as itâs a sundowner event Decor will be elegant gold tones to go with the celebration 12th the after celebrations are in south Mumbai its in an old colonial Victorian style venueâThe couple will formalise their union on March 11 with a private signing and registration ceremony at Gauravâs residence in Bandra attended by close family members and select friendsThe source added âKritika family is flying down to mumbai in early March The ceremony on 11th will be an intimate one where their wedding signing registration will take place at Gauravâs house in Bandra followed by a celebratory partyThe couple will exchange vows in the presence of immediate family followed by a private celebration with closed family and closest friendsA source had shared âKritika and Gaurav wanted their wedding to feel authentic and personal rather than extravagant While they deeply value tradition they also wanted the celebrations to mirror who they are warm rooted elegant and surrounded by the people who truly matter to themââThe 12th party is being planned with a grand thought in Mumbai that beautifully captures their shared love for timeless aesthetics and meaningful gatheringsâKritika and Gaurav are wrapping up their professional commitments to immerse themselves in their wedding celebrations in March fullyKritika made her acting debut in 2007 with Yahan Ke Hum Sikandar In 2009 she played a singer Arohi in Kitani Mohabbat Hai opposite Karan She was then seen in Pyaar Ka Bandhan Kitani Mohabbat Hai 2 Kuch Toh Log KahengeIn 2015 Kritika played a reporter Ananya Kashyap opposite Rajeev Khandelwal in Reporters She was then seen as Princess Chandrakanta in Prem Ya Paheli â ChandrakantaKritika made her film debut in 2018 with Mitron In 2021 she played a college student Sana in the web series Tandav In 2022 she first played a princess Kamini in Kaun Banegi Shikharwati Next she played Dolly a woman in a troubled marriage in Hush HushThe actress played a reporter Vidhi in the 2023 film Bheed In the same year she played Habiba in Bambai Meri Jaan Her most recent release Gyaarah Gyaarah IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kritika-kamra-gaurav-kapur-to-host-intimate-sundowner-wedding-in-golden-hues-661937.html Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/hailey-bieber-feels-fame-can-be-exhausting-661941.html Los Angeles Feb 20 Hailey Bieber the wife of singersongwriter Justin Bieber feels fame is not an easy path to tread She has found fame to be mentally exhausting The 29yearold model who is married to pop star Justin Bieber shared that its easy to lose a sense of perspective when youre in the spotlight reports âFemale First UKâSpeaking on the Therapuss with Jake Shane podcast Hailey shared What the f did I ever do to you Its that times a million of people Then you get caught up in a cycle of constantly trying to prove yourself sicâHailey has actually given up trying to justify what she does and how she behaves to other peopleShe said I think its so easy to misunderstand people and pick things apart see a tiny sliver of such a bigger picture Ive realised theres no amount of explaining yourself It really doesnt make a difference at allâAs per âFemale First UKâ earlier this month Hailey opened up about her marriage revealing that she and her husband find ways of sharing responsibilitiesThe lovedup couple have a 17monthold son called Jack and Hailey revealed how they balance their individual careers with their parenting responsibilitiesThe model who is the founder and chief creative officer of the Rhode skincare brand said during Vogueâs Forces of Fashion event in Australia Having a great partner is really important And sharing responsibilities Iâm here working and my son is at home with his dad living his best life Having that support is very freeing and makes the decision a little bit easierHailey also revealed that she loves to collaborate with her husband Hailey who married Justin in 2018 shared Iâm always super excited to collaborate with the person that I love Justin and I donât think of it as a work thing We look at it as âHow fun is it that we can both do the things that weâre passionate about so letâs do something that weâre passionate about togetherâ Weâre both people that really love things that feel effortless and seamless and want to do things that feel funâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/hailey-bieber-feels-fame-can-be-exhausting-661941.html Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:31:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shahid-kapoor-reveals-his-immediate-plans-post-wrapping-up-cocktail-2-and-farzi-2-661944.html Mumbai Feb 20 Actor Shahid Kapoor has revealed his plans post wrapping up with his work commitments in the coming weeks The actor who is hands full of projects like Cocktail 2 and Farzi 2 mentioned that he would like to go on a holiday to unwindDuring an âAsk me anythingâ session on Instagram a fan asked Shahid âWhatâs after Cocktail 2 and Farzi 2â The actor replied with a brief message on his story âHoliday âOn the work front Shahid is currently gearing up for Farzi 2 the second season of the popular crime thriller created by Raj amp DKThe first season of Farzi marked Shahidâs OTT debut and starred alongside Vijay Sethupathi Kay Kay Menon Raashii Khanna and Bhuvan Arora in pivotal roles The actor along with the show received a strong response from audienceTalking about Cocktail 2 the movie is a sequel to the 2012 romantic drama Cocktail which originally featured Saif Ali Khan Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty in lead Cocktail 2 will star Shahid Kapoor alongside Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna in leading roles The sequel will be produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock FilmsShahid meanwhile has been receiving some great reviews from both audiences and critics alike for his powerpack performance in his recently released movie O Romeo The movie that also starred Tripti Dimri opposite Shahid was directed by ace filmmaker Vishal BhardwajPost the movies release Shahid Kapoor had taken to his social media account to express his gratitude to filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj for giving him another memorable character in ORomeoHe wrote Ye hai from me as an actor for this man vishalrbhardwajThank you for OROMEO Another character for me thats etched in my filmography So proud so happy and so grateful sic along with a red heart emojiShahid also added the Hum To Tere Hi Liye The track from ORomeo as the background score IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shahid-kapoor-reveals-his-immediate-plans-post-wrapping-up-cocktail-2-and-farzi-2-661944.html Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:34:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/timothee-chalamet-on-ai-theres-a-level-of-fatalism-661946.html Los Angeles Feb 20 Hollywood star Timothee Chalamet feels Gen Z will bear the brunt of teaching society how to live with AI He also accepts that he has a duty to support them to achieve that Speaking at Variety and CNNâs town hall event in Texas Chalamet said Itâs going to be all of our war to wage â sounds confrontational I donât mean to say it like that â but itâs a dual responsibility Unfortunately for your generation I think itâs going to be you guys that figure out how to integrate it Thereâs a huge responsibility for people that are positions of power now like myself like Matthew to safekeep so that doors stay openââSome of the roles I got that helped kickstart my career I wouldnât even know if theyâre available todayThe actor told collegeage students at the event that they have a moral responsibility to implement AI ethically according to femalefirstcoukHe shared Thereâs a level of fatalism I feel It will be on your generation and mine to an extent to know how to ethically integrate it if at all or do away with itBut the fatalist in me feels like this stuff is coming And the dreamer in me wants to go âHey if it enables a 19yearold to produce something they couldnât otherwise because gatekeepers is standing in the way then goodâ But ultimately itâs not my place to sayChalamet believes that ultimately the movie industry will find a healthy way to embrace AI technologyHe said I wanna keep the doors open for you guys But someoneâs gonna figure out how to do it all at once Iâm fiercely protective of actors and artists in this industry And equally whatever tide is coming itâs coming IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/timothee-chalamet-on-ai-theres-a-level-of-fatalism-661946.html Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:38:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ranveer-singh-threat-case-lawrence-bishnoi-gang-demands-rs-10-crore-661947.html Mumbai Feb 20 In a fresh development in the case Bollywood star Ranveer Singh reportedly received a threat from the Bishnoi gang which demanded Rs 10 crore through a voice note sent to his manager from an American number A senior Mumbai Police official said the crime branch is contacting the concerned agency in the United States through official protocol to obtain details about the numberDuring its probe the Mumbai crime branch found that one of the Bishnoi gangâs close aides Harry Boxer reportedly sent the voice note threatening Ranveer Singh and demanding Rs 10 crore as extortionIn the preliminary investigation the crime branch confirmed that the voice note received on Ranveer Singhâs managerâs WhatsApp bore Harry Boxerâs voiceOfficials are currently gathering further evidence in the case According to the crime branch the voice note was sent after the firing incident at filmmaker Rohit Shettyâs residenceThe threat was sent to Ranveerâs managerâs mobile number following the firing at Rohit Shettyâs house After the threat surfaced security around Ranveer Singh was tightened The crime branch has recorded the statement of his manager and is continuing the investigationPolice have not yet registered an FIR in the matter but have initiated a preliminary inquiryOn the professional front Ranveer will soon be seen in the sequel to the blockbuster Dhurandhar Titled âDhurandhar The Revengeâ the film is slated to release on March 19Dhurandhar also stars R Madhavan Akshaye Khanna Sanjay Dutt and Arjun Rampal Serving as the first instalment of a twopart film series it centres on a highstakes covert counterterrorism operationThe film follows an undercover Indian intelligence agent who infiltrates Karachis criminal syndicates and political power structures in Pakistan in an effort to dismantle a terror network targeting IndiaThe films storyline draws loose inspiration from multiple reallife geopolitical events and conflicts in South Asia including the 1999 IC814 hijacking the 2001 Indian Parliament attack the 2008 Mumbai attacks and developments linked to Pakistans Operation LyariâDhurandhar 2â resumes with Hamza Ali Mazhari an Indian undercover agent who has successfully infiltrated Pakistanâs underworld After taking down Rehman Dakait Hamza ascends the ranks of power only to face his most formidable adversary yet Major Iqbal the ISI mastermind known as Bade Sahab IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ranveer-singh-threat-case-lawrence-bishnoi-gang-demands-rs-10-crore-661947.html Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/trisha-krishnan-seeks-blessings-at-sri-venkateswara-temple-in-tirupati-661949.html Mumbai Feb 20 Actress Trisha Krishnan visited the sacred Sri Venkateswara Temple in Tirumala and sought divine blessings Trisha took to Instagram where she shared a few pictures of herself dressed in a simple pastel traditional outfit offering prayers at the revered shrineFor the caption she wrote âBest day Still feeling itâThe Venkateswara Temple of Tirumala or Sri Venkateswara Swami Temple is dedicated to Venkateswara a form of god Vishnu who is believed to have appeared on earth to save mankind from trials and troubles of Kali YugaHence the place is also known by the name Kaliyuga Vaikuntha and the deity here is referred to as Kaliyuga Prathyaksha Daivam The temple is also known by other names like Tirumala Temple Tirupati Temple and Tirupati Balaji Temple Venkateswara is also known by other names including Balaji Govinda and Srinivasa It is referred to as Temple of Seven HillsTrisha who is one of the highestpaid actresses in India has sustained a successful career as a leading actress for over two decades in Tamil cinemaShe gained prominence after winning the 1999 Miss Chennai pageant which marked her entry into cinema Often referred to as the Queen of South Indiaâ she made her debut with a minor supporting role in the Tamil romantic drama Jodi in 1999Trisha had her first lead role in the 2002 film Mounam Pesiyadhe She gained fame with films such as Saamy Ghilli Aaru and Unakkum Enakkum in Tamil cinema and Varsham Nuvvostanante Nenoddantana Athadu Aadavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule and KrishnaTrisha made her Hindi cinema debut with Khatta Meetha her Kannada cinema debut with Power and her Malayalam cinema debut with Hey JudeShe was last seen in Mani Ratnamâs Thug Life It also stars Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan in the lead roles alongside Aishwarya Lekshmi Abhirami Ashok Selvan Joju George Nassar Mahesh Manjrekar Ali Fazal Sanjana Krishnamoorthy and Tanikella Bharani IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/trisha-krishnan-seeks-blessings-at-sri-venkateswara-temple-in-tirupati-661949.html Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:42:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/hrithik-roshan-says-shahid-kapoor-is-best-in-quirky-genre-661952.html Mumbai Feb 20 Hrithik Roshan has heaped praise on Shahid Kapoor calling him the âbestâ when it comes to pulling off quirky roles The Bollywood star went on to share that he thoroughly enjoyed âOâRomeoâ and called him âtoo goodâ Taking to X formerly Twitter Hrithik shared that he had a great time watching the film and lauded Shahidâs effortless grasp of the genreHrithik wrote âThe quirkiness of ORomeo eventually wins you over I had fun shahidkapoor you do this genre BEST Too good you are Go watch it in the theatres guys Also that running in circles action was brilliantâFilmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj has directed Romeo Based on the book Mafia Queens of Mumbai by Hussain Zaidi the film also stars Triptii Dimri Nana Patekar Avinash Tiwary Tamannaah Bhatia Disha Patani Farida Jalal and Vikrant MasseyIt follows the story of Ustara a deadly contract killer working for the Intelligence Bureau who agrees to help Afsha avenge her husbands murder leading them on a dangerous journey from Mumbai to SpainHrithik was last seen in War 2 an actionthriller film directed by Ayan Mukerji It is the sixth instalment in the YRF Spy Universe and sequel to the 2019 film War The film stars Hrithik Roshan NTR Jr and Kiara Advani in the lead roles alongside Ashutosh Rana and Anil Kapoor in pivotal rolesIt follows Kabir Dhaliwal a former RAW agent who goes rogue and becomes a major threat to national security and a special units officer Vikram Chelapathi who is assigned to neutralize himHrithik recently wrote a profound reflective note drawing inspiration from American poet and environmentalist Wendell Berry and spoke about change freedom and selfrealisationThe actor took to X formerly called Twitter where he shared a string of images of himself surrounded by nature including snowcapped mountains a serene lake and a clear blue sky He posted a poetic note expressing an awakening to self and nature IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/hrithik-roshan-says-shahid-kapoor-is-best-in-quirky-genre-661952.html Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:46:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/hariharan-on-singers-performing-at-weddings-i-need-decorum-when-i-sing-661954.html Mumbai Feb 20 Acclaimed singer Hariharan has opened up about the ongoing debate regarding whether singers should perform at weddings or not He revealed that he needs decorum when he sings Speaking to IANS exclusively he said that singing is done to get happiness and as long as that goal is achieved while maintaining a proper ambiance he is happyHe told IANS See Ill tell you one thing I do all kinds of concerts I am very open But I need decorum when I sing and I make sure I have it and I am peaceful with itWhy do you sing To bring happiness and if you can get happiness that happiness in any situation with proper ambiance is fine he went on to addBefore Hariharan several singers have shared their views on people inviting singers to perform at their weddingsRefreshing your memory earlier singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya got into a heated argument with Neha Kakkar about singers performing at weddingsAbhijeet said that performing at weddings reduces the status of a singerâKoi bhi paisa diya or shaadi mein gaane lage usme aukaat kam ho jaati hai Meri aukaat hai main bol deta hu main nahi gaunga Duniya ki koi taakat tumhe khareed nahi sakti Performing at a wedding reduces the value I have the authority I can say no I will not sing No power in the world can buy you However Neha was of the opinion that no work is big or smallâAap apni mehnat ka kamao or mehnat ka toh kaise bhi kamaya jaa sakta hai Shaadi mein gaana buri baat nahi hai Jo fans hote hai woh aapko pasand karte hai issliye aapko bulate hain Kaam koi chhota ya bada nahi hota hai Earn from your hard work Singing at weddings is not a bad thing Fans like you thats why they invite you No work is big or small IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/hariharan-on-singers-performing-at-weddings-i-need-decorum-when-i-sing-661954.html Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:49:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/jennifer-garner-says-her-kids-think-shes-fully-cringe-661958.html Mumbai Feb 20 Actress Jennifer Garner has told how her three children whom she shares with Hollywood star Ben Affleck think she is fully cringe and embarrassing Asked on The Jennifer Hudson Show what she does to gain cool points from her children she said I am fully cringe I am only embarrassingGarner recently asked her offspring whether they plan to watch the second season of her latest series The Last Thing He Told Me but they werent keen reports femalefirstcoukShe added I asked my kids if they were going to watch this season of the show season 2 and they were like âDo you need us toâ But I mean kids donât want to see their parents in rightThey donât want to see us cry or see us have a romantic scene or anything Weâre just embarrassingHowever Garner said being on Hudsons show will have landed her some cool points as is starring opposite Game of Thrones actor Nikolaj CosterWaldau who played Jamie Lannister in the fantasy drama in The Last Thing He Told MeThatâs because Garner admitted her son Samuel is really into Game of Thrones right nowLast month Garner described her children as so cool but she told how her parenting style has changed since her children stepped into their teenage and adult yearsShe told Marie Claire UK Parenting now has shifted Itâs more about parenting with a button on my mouth You have to let them grow up and make their choices You donât get to control itShe also told how she is so proud of how they walk through the world and proud of them for trying hardGarner said it is the hardest thing navigating the spotlight being on her familyShe said Not hard in the grand scheme of what is hard in the world but tricky for me and tricky for my family IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/jennifer-garner-says-her-kids-think-shes-fully-cringe-661958.html Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:15:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/delhi-hc-grants-injunction-in-favour-of-kajol-in-personality-rights-case-661971.html New Delhi Feb 20 IANS The Delhi High Court on Friday passed an adinterim injunction protecting the personality and publicity rights of Bollywood actress Kajol Devgan restraining various entities from unauthorised use of her name image and likeness for commercial gains and directing the removal of obscene and pornographic content published against hernbspA singlejudge Bench of Justice Jyoti Singh issued notice in the suit filed by the actress and granted interim protection restraining the defendants from using Kajols photographs and other personality attributes while selling commercial merchandise without her authorisationJustice Singh further directed the immediate takedown of pornographic and objectionable material circulated on different online platforms in her nameThe Delhi High Court observed that prima facie the plaintiff had made out a case for protection of her personality and publicity rights against unauthorised commercial exploitation and misuseA detailed order would be passed restraining the misuse of Kajols personality traits including her name image voice and other identifiable attributes through Artificial Intelligence AI tools or Deepfake technologyThe interim relief was granted in a plea seeking protection against the misuse of Kajols personality rights including unauthorised sale of merchandise bearing her image and the circulation of morphed obscene and defamatory material on the InternetThe Delhi High Court observed that no entity can commercially exploit the actress identity without her consent and that social media platforms and other online intermediaries are required to act promptly upon being notified of infringing contentThe Kajol case adds to a growing list of highprofile personalities invoking their personality and publicity rights before the Delhi High CourtIn recent months former India captain Sunil Gavaskar actor Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao Jr NTR spiritual leader and Art of Living founder Sri Sri Ravi Shankar actors Nagarjuna Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan filmmaker Karan Johar and podcaster Raj Shamani have secured court protection against the unauthorised use of their identity likeness or AIgenerated imitationsIANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/delhi-hc-grants-injunction-in-favour-of-kajol-in-personality-rights-case-661971.html Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:15:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/akshay-kumar-calls-out-racism-against-north-east-indians-they-have-given-their-blood-for-india-they-are-indians-661911.html Mumbai Feb 19 On Wheel of Fortune India Akshay Kumar did what very few celebrities consistently choose to do he turned a mainstream entertainment platform into a space for social reckoning further acknowledging the racism that takes place against North East Indians It all began when a contestant shared her lived experience of racial abuse faced by people from the Northeast to which Akshay leaned into and completely acknowledged it further making his stand knownRather than positioning himself as a distant ally he made the issue personal The actor further called his makeup artist Kim who is from Manipur onto the stageHe stated âThere is a boy with me who does my makeup and takes care of meHe is here KimâFurther when Kim narrated his experience of being mocked stereotyped reduced to slurs like âChineseâ âChinkyâ âMomoâ Akshay seemed disturbed and shockedAkshay didnât dilute the moment with politeness or denial and said that âToday after listening to Kim I am convinced that these things happenâHe further said âI want to tell all the people of India there is discrimination with the people of NorthEast They are all Indians They are as much Indians as I am you are and the people sitting hereâHe went further reminding viewers that the same people who are mocked for their features are often the first to stand at the bordersâThere is so much contribution for this country The Naga Regimentâ Kargil war Bangladesh war They have given their blood They are IndiansâFor the uninitiated Akshay Kumar is currently seen hosting the quiz reality show Wheel of Fortune IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/akshay-kumar-calls-out-racism-against-north-east-indians-they-have-given-their-blood-for-india-they-are-indians-661911.html Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:58:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rita-ora-recites-mantras-to-herself-every-morning-to-help-ignore-trolls-661916.html Mumbai Feb 19 Pop star Rita Ora says she recites mantras to herself in the mirror every day about ignoring online trolls The 35yearold singer said nasty comments on social media can cut but daily she tells herself she cant control what others say and tries not to think about it reports femalefirstcoukShe said in an Instagram series You canât be afraid of something you canât control You canât control it stop thinking about it These are the mantras I say to myself every day in the mirror Being on social media puts you under a definite microscopeI dont think there are many people out there who havent felt the impact of it in some wayWhether you are in the public eye or youre not comments can cut Every tiny thing gets magnified and everyone can see through the walls So yeah someone in the public eye may have more people looking at them but the walls are just as fragileHowever the Poison hitmaker said doubts about herself are what helps to make good musicShe added The doubts really are kind of what helps me make good songs though I like rehearsing and I like practicing and perfecting my craftOras mother Vera believes the most important thing is for her daughter to be happySpeaking about Ritas initial rise to fame psychiatrist Vera said In my mind Im first thinking Oh my God shes enjoying it loving it talented shows I know I wanted you to be happy and do what you like but then as a mother I was thinking What is that world going to be As long as youre happy thats the most importantRita Ora made the comments in an episode of her new Instagram series Rita after she teamed up with Meta for the projectShe wrote in an Instagram caption Being on social media puts you under a definite microscope No matter who you are we all feel the impact of it in some way Words can cut deep Be kind to one another Rita Episode 4 is out now IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rita-ora-recites-mantras-to-herself-every-morning-to-help-ignore-trolls-661916.html Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/aishwarya-rajesh-vikranths-film-titled-under-18-661917.html Chennai Feb 19 Director Karthik Perumalsamis upcoming film featuring actors Aishwarya Rajesh and Vikranth in the lead has now been titled Under 18 Ace director Vetrimaran unveiled the title look of the film much to the delight of fans and film buffs For the unaware director Karthik Parumalsami had worked with ace director Vetrimaran as his associate director prior to turning director The film is being produced by B Jagadish of SR Productions after the success of their earlier film Madraskaaran Sources close to the unit of the film say that Under 18 will be another attempt by the makers to shine the light on the ground realities of society Producer Jagadish who has chosen a realistic storyline with a newage vision is making this film with a view to continue delivering films with quality contentSources in the unit of the film say that Under 18 will be an emotional drama that will be showcase the cruel face of crime and the feelings of a family affected by itDirector Karthik Perumalswami sources point out has explored unknown crime backdrops of Tamil Nadu to come up with this emotional story that is based on true events Sources further claim that the film will be a mix of social reality and family emotions and will seek to make a deep impact on fans and audiencesThe film stars Aishwarya Rajesh Vikranth and Kishore in the lead roles Along with them many other stars will be seen in prominent rolesShooting of the film is scheduled to start soon and major portions of the film are to be shot in Hosur Chengalpet and Chennai The team says that the film is to be shot at real locations and in a real environmentOn the technical front the film will have cinematography by well known cinematographer and director Velraj Music for the film is to be scored by Sam C S Lyrics for the songs in the film are to be penned by Ilango Krishnan and Karthick Netha IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/aishwarya-rajesh-vikranths-film-titled-under-18-661917.html Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:04:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rajpal-yadavs-first-social-media-post-after-bail-is-all-about-gratitude-and-love-661920.html Mumbai Feb 19 Bollywood actor and star comedian Rajpal Yadav has shared his first post on social media after being granted bail recently where he has expressed his gratitude to his fans and wellwishers Taking to his Instagram account the actor posted a simple yet heartfelt message written in Hindi The message further translated into English read âHeartfelt thanks to all of you for your love and supportâRajpal captioned the post with folded hands emoticons conveying his immense gratitudeThe actor known for his impeccable comic timing and memorable performances in films such as âHungamaâ âBhool Bhulaiyaaâ âChup Chup Keâ and many more has remained a popular figure in Bollywood for over two decades Unfortunately his recent legal troubles had made headlines and news of his recent bail was widely reportedFor the uninitiated Rajpal stepped out of the Tihar Jail on Tuesday after being granted interim bail by the Delhi High Court in the cheque bounce caseAddressing the media after his release from jail Rajpal said that he has the support of the entire country with him from children to the elderly everyone loves him dearlyHe added that in his tenure spanning 3 decades in the industry he has been a part of more than 2OO movies something which has been possible only because of the love of peopleRajpal shared If you need any legal information you can ask our lawyer Mr Bhaskar Otherwise I would like to say in general that I will complete 30 years in Bollywood soon Every child across the country has been with me and thatâs why I was able to do 200â250 films This journey commenced in 201213 and by 2026 I have been a part of around 250 movies Every citizen of this country was and continues to be with meIn the last 10 years whenever the honorable High Court has issued orders I have appeared and I will continue to appear whenever further orders are given he addedHe shared Bachpan se 55 tak sab pyaar karte hainFor the uninitiated Rajpal has been granted interim bail by the Delhi High Court till March 18 to attend his nieces wedding in ShahjahanpurRajpals lawyer informed the High Court that he has submitted a DD of Rs 15 crore Additionally the actor has also been asked to surrender his passportThe next hearing in the matter is scheduled to take place on March 18 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rajpal-yadavs-first-social-media-post-after-bail-is-all-about-gratitude-and-love-661920.html Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kiran-rao-down-with-chikungunya-taking-it-slow-661768.html Mumbai Feb 17 Filmmaker Kiran Rao has shared that she is down with chikungunya and is currently recuperating at home while urging people to take necessary precautions Kiran took to her Instagram stories section where she shared a picture of herself lying down with her cat beside herSharing a health update on social media Rao wrote âOk folks I now have chikungunya And yes Miri is an excellent paramedic timely monitoring her mammas feverâShe also shared a picture of a book thermometer and a card kept next to herDespite the illness the filmmaker said she is trying to stay positive and take things slow She also highlighted the severity of the symptomsKiran wrote âTaking it slow admiring my friendsâ cards and catching up on my reading when I can hold up the book âI know you know this but the joint pain is so TAKE ALL PRECAUTIONSâChikungunya is a viral disease transmitted to humans through by mosquitoes infected with the chikungunya virus The most common symptom is fever along with joint painKiran who is the former wife of superstar Aamir Khan started her career as the assistant director in the epic film Lagaan directed by Ashutosh Gowariker whom she also assisted later on Swades We the PeopleBefore Lagaan she has also done minutelong role in the 2001 hit film Dil Chahta Hai She also worked as second assistant director with Academy Awardnominated director Mira Nair on the indie hit Monsoon WeddingShe scripted and directed the film Dhobi Ghat which was released in January 2011 under Aamir Khan Productions She also sang a Marathi song Toofan Aalaya the Satyamev Jayate Water Cup AnthemHer film Laapataa Ladies was selected as the Indian entry for the Best International Feature Film for the 97th Academy Awards IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kiran-rao-down-with-chikungunya-taking-it-slow-661768.html Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/salim-khan-hospitalised-following-complaints-of-swelling-661781.html Mumbai Feb 17 Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan of SalimJaved has been rushed to Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai His elder son Bollywood superstar Salman Khan daughters Alvira Khan Agnihotri and Arpita Khan and the actor Aayush Sharma were seen arriving at the hospital Salman left the shooting in Madh Island and went to meet his father Reportedly Salim Khan has complained of swellingSalim Khan celebrated his 90th birthday in November last year which coincided with the demise of DharmendraSalim Khan moved to Mumbai in the 1950s and initially worked as a film extra and supporting actor in Hindi cinema His acting career was limited but it led him to scriptwriting In the late 1960s Salim Khan partnered with Javed Akhtar forming SalimâJaved one of the most influential screenwriting teams in Indian cinema Between 1971 and 1982 they wrote a series of commercially successful and culturally influential films including âAndazâ âSeeta Aur Geetaâ âZanjeerâ âYaadon Ki Baaraatâ âDeewaarâ âSholayâ âTrishulâ âDonâ and âKaala Pattharâ Their work helped establish the template of the Hindi commercial film driven by strong narratives dialogue and a central male protagonistSalim Khan was primarily responsible for story development and screenplay structure within the duo Their scripts significantly shaped the careers of actors such as Amitabh Bachchan After the partnership ended in the early 1980s Salim Khan continued to write independently but with fewer releases He is the father of actors Salman Khan Arbaaz Khan and Sohail Khan and film producer Alvira Khan Agnihotri is his daughter Salim Khan has received multiple industry honors for lifetime contribution to Hindi cinema including Filmfare and IIFA recognition for SalimâJavedâs body of work IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/salim-khan-hospitalised-following-complaints-of-swelling-661781.html Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/aadhi-starrer-maragadha-naanayam-2-goes-on-floors-with-grand-pooja-ceremony-661697.html Chennai Feb 16 Director A R K Saravans eagerly awaited fantasy comedy adventure Maragadha Naanayam 2 featuring actors Aadhi and Priya Bhavani Shankar in the lead went on floors with a grand pooja ceremony here in the city on Monday Sources present at the pooja ceremony said that the film went on floors with actor Karthi clapping the board for the first shot and director Venkat Prabhu saying action and cut for the inaugural shot The films script was handed over to the team by actor Arya on the occasion Sources in the unit told IANS that filming would begin from around February 20 this year For the unaware the 2017 fantasy comedy caper Maragadha Naanayam went on to emerge a blockbuster prompting its makers to announce a sequel Earlier this year one of the films makers Passion Studios released a visual glimpse of the sequel Producer Sudhan Sundaram of Passion Studios had at that point saidI am delighted to produce Maragadha Naanayam 2 a project close to my heart as I am a massive fan of the original blockbuster This is a prestigious endeavor designed to draw universal crowds to theatres with its magical entertainment Like the first part Aadhi and Priya Bhavani Shankar play the lead roles Shot on a grander canvas with an expanded starcast we are committed to delivering the ultimate entertainerMaragadha Naanayam 2 directed by ARK Saravan and produced by Sudhan Sundaram Manish Singhal Durgaram Choudhary Dev amp KV Durai under Passion Studios Dangal TV RDC Media Axess Film Factory amp Good Show will feature Aadhi and Priya Bhavani Shankar in the lead roles The film will also feature actors Sathyaraj Nikki Galrani Pinisetty Munishkanth Anandaraj Danie Arunraja Kamaraj and Muruganandam in pivotal rolesDhibu Ninan Thomas is to score the music for this film which will have cinematography by PV Shankar NK Rahul will be the art director for this film and Thirumalai Rajan R will be its editor Rajesh Kannan has penned the dialogues for the fantasy adventure which will have stunts choreographed by PC Stunts IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/aadhi-starrer-maragadha-naanayam-2-goes-on-floors-with-grand-pooja-ceremony-661697.html Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:58:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/lara-dutta-celebrates-15-years-of-her-amp-husband-mahesh-bhupathi-choosing-each-other-every-day-661698.html Mumbai Feb 16 Actress Lara Dutta is celebrating 15 years of her and husband Mahesh Bhupathis choosing each other every single day as they completed another year of enjoying marital bliss Lara revealed that their relationship is like that of fire and air While she keeps starting flames her husband enjoys the task of fanning them outThe Partner actress shared that all these years they have had a blast annoying each other and pretending that they are not competitivePosting some loveydovey pictures with her husband on IG Lara shared 15 years of Fire ME Air HIM me starting the flames him fanning them ferociously â and somehow we havenât burned the house downââ yet Weâve mastered the art ofâ Annoying each other professionallyâ Fighting like itâs a sportâ Pretending weâre not competitiveâ And still choosing each other every day mbhupathi sicTalking about their love saga Lara and Mahesh first met for a business meeting If the reports are to be believed the meeting was just an excuse for Bhupathi to meet Lara However things were not easy for the two as Bhupathi was already married to model Shvetha Jaishankar at the time but the couple ended up getting amicably divorced in 2009 After being in a relationship for some time Lara and Mahesh finally got married in a simple ceremony on February 16 2011 in Mumbai followed by a Church wedding on February 20 2011The lovebirds embraced parenthood on January 20 2012 as they welcomed their firstborn daughter SairaWorkwise Lara will be a part of Welcome To The Jungle made under the direction of Ahmed KhanThe sequel enjoys an ensemble cast with Suniel Shetty Johnny Lever Rajpal Yadav Tusshar Kapoor Shreyas Talpade Krushna Abhishek Kiku Sharda Daler Mehndi Mika Singh Rahul Dev Mukesh Tiwari Sharib Hashmi Inaamulhaq Zakir Hussain Yashpal Sharma Jacqueliene Fernandez and Vrihi Kodvara IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/lara-dutta-celebrates-15-years-of-her-amp-husband-mahesh-bhupathi-choosing-each-other-every-day-661698.html Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/bhojpuri-star-pawan-singhs-ex-girlfriend-akshara-singh-supports-his-wifes-jyoti-singhs-demand-of-alimony-661629.html Mumbai Feb 15 Actress Akshara Singh has come out in support of actorpolitician Pawan Singhs wife Jyoti Singh The actress has supported Jyoti Singhâs demand of alimony Akshara Singh is the exgirlfriend of Pawan Singh and she feels that Jyoti Singhâs demands are completely valid and the society should step in to help divorced women get the alimony with no capShe said Whenever a girl gets married and she goes with someone it becomes her responsibility At the same time it is her right to take her alimony and she should receive it fully Definitely it should be given whether she asks for Rs 10 crore Rs 20 crore or even Rs 100 crore it may still not be enoughâJyoti Singh the estranged wife of Bhojpuri actorsinger Pawan Singh has formally sought alimony and financial maintenance as part of her ongoing matrimonial litigation In her petition Jyoti Singh has argued that she is legally entitled to maintenance under Indian matrimonial law citing the disparity in income social standing and earning capacity between the two partiesAs per the court filings reported in the media Jyoti Singh has stated that she does not have an independent source of income sufficient to maintain a lifestyle comparable to that of her husband She has alleged emotional distress marital discord and abandonment contending that the marriage broke down due to circumstances beyond her controlOn these grounds she has requested interim and permanent alimony to cover basic living expenses legal costs and future security The matter has been contested by Pawan Singh who has challenged the claims and sought legal relief of his own The case has gone through multiple hearings with the court examining financial disclosures marriage records and legal submissions from both sidesAs with most matrimonial disputes the final determination of alimony will depend on judicial assessment of income liabilities and evidence presented The case remains sub judice and no final order has conclusively settled the alimony issue to date IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/bhojpuri-star-pawan-singhs-ex-girlfriend-akshara-singh-supports-his-wifes-jyoti-singhs-demand-of-alimony-661629.html Sun, 15 Feb 2026 08:08:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/harry-styles-opens-up-on-his-learnings-on-his-music-break-661630.html Los Angeles Feb 15 Singersongwriter Harry Styles has had his share of lessons when it comes to professional life The singer has shared that he learnt how to slow down on his career break The 32yearold singer realised the importance of being in the moment and focusing on what matters in his personal life after he took time out following his globally successful Love on Tour gigs in July 2023 reports âDeadlineâHarry told âThe Sunday Timesâ magazine At the end of the tour the idea of taking time out felt insane I didnât know if I could do it But it was the right time for me weâd finished the tour in July and I was turning 30 in February It was time for me to stop for a bit and pay some attention to other parts of my life Italy has become really special to me over the past few years I drove from London to Rome during COVID in that time when you could travel Iâd spent all my years before that touring with little gaps in between and if I had a week off Iâd never have driven somewhere I would have got there and back as fast as possibleâHe further mentioned âPresented with this time I drove there and I thought Iâm going to enjoy doing this When I was in Rome the city just taught me how to slow downâAs per âDeadlineâ the âWatermelon Sugarâ hitmaker even relished sipping on a hot coffee in a cafe something he had not done in agesHe continued Italy became so important to me because I was so used to everything moving so quickly and being on the go But then I remember going to a cafe and sitting and having a coffee and thinking I donât remember the last time I sat down and had a coffee if Iâve ever sat down and just had a coffeeâ I was suddenly learning through my friends that eating a meal is more than just sitting down and refuelling I realised the pleasure in just being in the moment of what youâre doing The Romans are the best at that thatâs their speciality The pace theyâve taught me has been so specialâThe downtime allowed the threetime Grammy award winner to be present in his baby nieces life Harry whose new LP in four years âKiss All The Timeâ âDisco Occasionallyâ drops on March 6 shared Also in that time my sister Gemma had a baby and at any other time in my life I would have missed a lot of that To be there to get to know my niece as sheâs growing up itâs so obvious to me whatâs real It was really obvious that was where I wanted to beâUltimately adopting a slower pace to life has been powerful for the former One Direction boy band member IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/harry-styles-opens-up-on-his-learnings-on-his-music-break-661630.html Sun, 15 Feb 2026 08:08:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/raashii-khanna-devotes-a-heartfelt-melody-this-maha-shivratri-with-shiv-kailashon-ke-waasi-661636.html Mumbai Feb 15 Actress Raashii Khanna offered a heartfelt tribute to Lord Shiva with her soulful rendition of âShiv Kailashon Ke Waasiâ Crooned by the Farzi actress from a place of faith and gratitude Raashii shared the devotional bhajan on social media with a heartfelt note captioning âOn this divine day I offer Shiv Kailashon Ke Waasi as my prayer to Mahadev sung from a place of faith surrender and gratitude A dream close to my heart I share it with you as an offering with the hope that it brings calm strength and blessings Har Har Mahadev sicâMusic Composer amp Producer tanishqseth sparshmsic jehysmusicBackgroundVocals jehysmusic drishtisharrmaFlute tramusicoodMixed amp Mastered at freshlimestudio Delhi Mix amp MasterEngineers sparshmsic jehysmusic tanishqseth vampiremuzicAlbum art killion007Directed amp Shot by Soham Sutar sohamsutarMusic Supervision Vedansh Shashvat Mishra Collective Artists Network she added revealing some more details about the bhajan in the captionâShiv Kailashon Ke Waasiâ is a reverent invocation of Mahadev the cosmic force who resides in the serenity of Mount Kailash symbolising the destruction of ego inner awakening and transcendence Talking about Raashiis professional commitments she will soon be a part of Ustaad Bhagat Singh opposite Pawan KalyanBacked under the prestigious banner of Mythri Movie Makers the project will also have Sreeleela Parthiban KS Ravikumar Ramky Nawab Shah Avinash of KGF fame Gauthami Naga Mahesh and Temper Vamsi in key roles along with othersMade under the direction of Harish Shankar Ustaad Bhagat Singh marks Raashiiâs firstonscreen pairing with Pawan KalyanShe recently commenced dubbing for the movie in which Raashii will be essaying an important character called ShlokaMoreover Raashiis lineup further includes Farzi 2 with Shahid Kapoor and Vijay Sethupathi Talakhon Mein Ek alongside Vikrant Massey and the thriller named Bridge costarring R MadhavanShe also has an untitled drama with Akshay Kumar in her kitty IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/raashii-khanna-devotes-a-heartfelt-melody-this-maha-shivratri-with-shiv-kailashon-ke-waasi-661636.html Sun, 15 Feb 2026 14:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shekhar-kapur-talks-about-significance-of-free-will-as-he-reflects-on-his-journey-from-ca-to-movies-661637.html Mumbai Feb 15 Ace filmmaker Shekhar Kapur couldnt help but reflect on the importance of free will in ones life as he looked back on his unconventional yet fascinating journey from being a CA student to making movies Shekhar recalled the time he went to London to pursue a career in Chartered Accountancy heading towards a life of comfort However destiny had some other plans for himHe wrote on social mediaThat was a night before I left India for London to be a Chartered Accontant Life seemed set The best qualification you could have then Great job whe you got back High up the ladder in the marriage market Membership to the Delhi Gymkhana Club and a great retirement playing bridge amongst the then elite at the club Except it did not turn out that way I walked away after qualifying and doing a couple of jobs in London I wasnât sure what I was going to do so I just walked away into nothingness I had no choice sicThe Mr India maker questioned if Karma had a role to play in his journey which led him to become a significant name in the entertainment industryOr did I Is there Karma involved Itâs not like I did nothing I acted and made MoviesTV in India and Hollywood I created theatrical productions in the West End in Broadway in Europe and Dubai I created Indiaâs first Digital Start Up I taught at MIT been on tBoard of Singaporeâs Media Development Authority and tBoard of Dubai Expo And so so much more because I had no choice because I like a child walked through any door that opened for I had no choice I had no choice he addedAdmitting how little of our lives we actually have control over the Masoom maker shared We donât control when we we were born When we die When we fall in love or out of love when we are betrayed or betray Looking back I ask myself this did you control what you did or was it supposed to happen Or were you just rebellious Or just constantly giving into the flow life Did I have a choice or was it supposed to happen Karma Destiny really the director asked IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shekhar-kapur-talks-about-significance-of-free-will-as-he-reflects-on-his-journey-from-ca-to-movies-661637.html Sun, 15 Feb 2026 15:56:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/dhanush-performs-on-stage-with-rahman-during-surprise-appearance-at-chennai-show-661639.html Mumbai Feb 15 Tamil star Dhanush who was recently seen in âTere Ishk Meinâ made a surprise appearance at the Oscar and Grammywinning music composer A R Rahmanâs Chennai leg of his Wonderment Tour Marking an electrifying presence on stage the actor also performed with A R Rahman to the thumping beats A R Rahman also took to his Instagram and shared a picture from the show as he notified his followers of his sabbatical from social media for over a monthHe wrote âHome sweet home my loving clan touched EPI Ps before I take a sabbatical for the next 40days from social media this is a nice way to sign offâMeanwhile Dhanush who predominantly works in Tamil cinema was recently seen in the Hindi film âTere Ishk Meinâ in the role of an airforce pilot He made his acting debut with âThulluvadho Ilamaiâ directed by his father Kasthuri Raja He gained wide recognition with âKaadhal Kondeinâ and âPudhupettaiâ both directed by Selvaraghavan He has won two National Film Awards for Best Actor for âAadukalamâ and âAsuranâHis performances are often noted for naturalism and physical transformation In 2011 he achieved international visibility with the song âWhy This Kolaveri Diâ for which he wrote the lyrics and performed as a singer the track became one of Indiaâs earliest viral music hits He made his Bollywood debut with âRaanjhanaaâ and his Hollywood debut in âThe Extraordinary Journey of the FakirâAs a producer he runs Wunderbar Films backing several Tamil projects Dhanush directed his first film âPa Paandiâ and later directed âRaayanâ His career spans acting music and production across multiple languages with consistent boxoffice presence and critical recognition IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/dhanush-performs-on-stage-with-rahman-during-surprise-appearance-at-chennai-show-661639.html Sun, 15 Feb 2026 15:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/babulsupriyo-reflects-on-the-changing-role-of-female-singers-male-singers-sing-in-high-octave-661579.html Mumbai Feb 14 Singer Babul Supriyo opened up about the ongoing disparity between male and female singers in the music industry During an exclusive conversation with IANS he shared that the male singers these days sing in such a high octave that the female singers are forced to lower their voicesWhen asked about the changing dynamics in the music industry Babul Supriyo went on to share The male singers are singing in such a high octave that sometimes the female singers who are extremely talented are left with no choice but to sing in a low octave In this sometimes the actual voice quality ends up suffering Today there has come a major change in playback singing For a lot of songs there is no lipsyncing it is all playing in the backgroundHe further gave an example of Celine Dions My Heart Will Go On from Titanic which is used as background music and not as a playbackDuring the conversation Babul Supriyo further reacted to Arijit Singhs decision to step away from playback singingHe believes that we should all have faith in Arijit as he must have put a lot of thought behind his decision to retire from playback singingSpeaking to IANS Babul Supriyo advised all to just wait for what Arijit has in store for usHe told IANS I believe he Arijit is an intelligent guy He is an intense extremely talented and one of the best singers we have ever had So someone who can express his craft in such a beautiful way it is not like he will not be able to convert his feelings into actions So definitely he has put a lot of thought behind his decisionWhat is important is for us to not create noise about it but to quietly wait and see what new things we are going to see from him in the future because we all love him that is what it is Supriyo added IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/babulsupriyo-reflects-on-the-changing-role-of-female-singers-male-singers-sing-in-high-octave-661579.html Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/priyanka-chopra-wishes-birthday-to-the-most-incredible-father-in-law-ever-661591.html Mumbai Feb 14 Global sensation Priyanka Chopra penned a sweet birthday wish for the most incredible fatherinlaw ever Paul Kevin Jonas Sr who is also fondly called Papa Jonas PeeCee took to the Stories section of her official Instagram handle and published an adorable photo of Papa Jonas lovingly holding little Malti Marie He seems to be pointing towards something while enjoying some quality time with the little oneHappiest birthday to the most incredible fatherinlaw ever We love You senior papakjonas sic Priyanka wrote on the photosharing appAmerican singer and actor Nick Jonas also wished his father by dropping a throwback photo with his dad from his childhoodNick shared on his Insta Stories Happy birthday to the best dad paw paw in the world papakjonassicSpeaking of Priyanka and Nicks love saga Nick first contacted PeeCee on Twitter back in 2016 However the two were able to meet in person only in 2017 at the Vanity Fair Oscars partyEventually they ended up falling for each other and after dating for some time PeeCee and Nick finally tied the knot in 2018 in a grand ceremony The lovebirds got married according to both Christian and Hindu traditions Priyanka and Nick welcomed their firstborn daughter Malti Marie via surrogate in January 2022Shifting our focus to Priyankas work commitments she is awaiting the release of her forthcoming swashbuckler action thriller The Bluff She will be seen in an actionpacked avatar as Ercell Bodden a fierce pirate in her nextBacked by the Russo Brothers under AGBO Studios in association with Amazon MGM Studios The Bluff enjoys a powerful cast with Temuera Morrison as Quartermaster Lee Captain Connorâs goldhungry consigliere along with Ismael Cruz Córdova Safia OakleyGreen Zach Morris David Field and Vedanten NaidooThe Bluff will be released on February 25Furthermore Priyanka has also been roped in as the leading lady in SS Rajamoulis eagerlyawaited Varanasi costarring Mahesh Babu IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/priyanka-chopra-wishes-birthday-to-the-most-incredible-father-in-law-ever-661591.html Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:50:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/malavika-mohanan-shares-bts-clips-to-prove-she-did-her-stunts-herself-in-the-raja-saab-661607.html Hyderabad Feb 14 Actress Malavika Mohanan who did all her stunts herself without a body double in director Maruthis horror comedy The Raja Saab featuring actor Prabhas in the lead has now hit back at those who have been disputing that claim by releasing a series of BTS videos showing her doing the stunts herself ïTaking to her X timeline Malavika Mohanan wrote Been seeing a lot of tweets and articles about how I claimed to do my own stunts for âThe Rajasaabâ but a body double did it as thereâs a photo circulating online of a stunt artist who was my stunt double on the filmShe then went on to say Firstly I do action because I really enjoy doing action Iâve been a sporty girl since a young age and I enjoy physically challenging my body and learning new thingsSecondly thereâs always a stunt double on sets even when the actors are doing their own stunts as the action director gets them to do the rehearsals of the shot as theyâre the experts before getting the actor to do a final shot Or in the case of certain shots when they feel itâs too risky for the actor to do it they feel itâs better for a professional to execute the shot so youâre not doing anything too risky without knowing how to do it correctlyShe concluded the post sayingSo hereâs some bts of me doing some fun shots amp a big hug to my stunt double who taught me how to execute them right It may be recalled that Malavika Mohanan who played one of the three heroines in director Maruthis horror comedy The Raja Saab had almost a month ago shared a BTS video of her fight sequence in the film and disclosed that she loved to do stuntsTaking to her social media timelines to share the BTS clip of her fight sequence in the film she had said As girls we rarely get to do action in films but I love doing stunts and had so much fun doing this scene Did you like this sceneHer question on X received a number of responses from both her followers and fans with many of her fans praising her for stunts in the film IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/malavika-mohanan-shares-bts-clips-to-prove-she-did-her-stunts-herself-in-the-raja-saab-661607.html Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:52:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/smriti-irani-stresses-the-importance-of-self-love-this-valentines-day-become-your-own-safe-place-661613.html Mumbai Feb 14 Actress and politician Smriti Irani stressed the importance of selflove this Valentines Day The Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi actress shared that during a time when love is measured with tangible things it is crucial to keep in mind the significance of a quiet romancePosting a candid selfie of herself on her Instagram handle Smriti expressed herself using some beautifully chosen words that went In a world that measures love in decibelsâin roses that promise forever in candlelight that flickers like borrowed devotion in greeting cards that say what the heart sometimes cannotchoose a quieter romance sicShe further reflected on how ones validation should not be external but should rather come from a safe space withinSmriti said that when one is at peace with themselves there is nothing much that they cannot deal withLove yourself without the audience without the applause Center your soul so deeply that no storm can drag you to the ocean floor of your own despair Become your own safe place Your own steady pulse Your own home For when you find yourselfâ love will not feel like something to chase It will feel like peace she went on to writeSmriti often uses social media to connect with her admirers sharing with them some precious moments from both her personal and professional lifeRecently Smriti called actress Gauri Pradhan the âperfect oneâ from the Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi castShe reshared a nostalgic reunion montage from the iconic television show initially posted by Gauri Pradhan on her social media handleThe clip showed the Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi cast having a gala time during a fun dinner outing The post which featured Smriti Gauri Apara Mehta Hiten Tejwani Sumeet Sachdev Tina Vohra Komolika Guhathakurta Sandeep Biswas and Ashlesha Savant was captioned âA night to rememberâ along with three red heart emojis IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/smriti-irani-stresses-the-importance-of-self-love-this-valentines-day-become-your-own-safe-place-661613.html Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:56:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/tamannaah-bhatia-junaid-khan-to-star-in-shashanka-ghoshs-horror-ragini-3--661509.html Mumbai Feb 13 Actors Tamannaah Bhatia and Junaid Khan will be seen in the upcoming date night horror film âRagini 3â headlined by Shashanka Ghosh known for helming Khoobsurat and Veere Di Wedding Ragini 3 is a gripping date night horror that promises thrills humour and edgeoftheseat entertainment by Balaji Motion Pictures With Shashanka Ghosh stepping in as director Sahir Raza continues to be the creative force on the projectProduced by Ekta Kapoorâs Balaji Motion Pictures a division of Balaji Telefilms Ltd Ragini 3 is already generating strong buzz Further details about the project remain under wraps but anticipation around this Date Night Horror continues to buildTamannaah was last seen in âOdela 2â The film is a sequel to Odela Railway Station It centers on the fictional village of the same name The film portrays how Odela Mallanna Swamy protects his village from evil forcesShe will next be seen in Vvan with actor Sidharth MalhotraâVvanâ is written by Arunabh Kumar directed by Deepak Mishra and Arunabh Kumar with DOP and Visual Director Manu Anand and produced by Shobha Kapoor Ektaa R Kapoor Arunabh Kumar and Niraj Kothari âVvanâ is set to release in theatres this yearThe film which also features Tamannaah Bhatia is scheduled to release on 15 May 2026 Originally the movie was set to hit theaters around Chhath in 2025 Announcing the updated release date on social media Sidharth had written âThe Forest has whispered the Force will be unleashed on 15 May 2026 Get ready for the bigscreen adventureâMeanwhile Junaid is the son of Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan He made his lead acting debut with the leading role of social reformer Karsandas Mulji in the period drama film Maharaj It is based on the Maharaj Libel Case of 1862 about a priest who sexually assaulted womenIn 2025 Khan had his first theatrical release opposite Khushi Kapoor in the romantic comedy Loveyapa a remake of the Tamil film Love Today He will next star with Sai Pallavi in the Sapporoset film Mere Raho produced by his father IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/tamannaah-bhatia-junaid-khan-to-star-in-shashanka-ghoshs-horror-ragini-3--661509.html Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:22:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/pooja-hegdes-fan-girling-john-mayer-for-life-cant-believe-ive-finally-seen-him-live-661511.html Mumbai Feb 13 Actress Pooja Hegde couldnât contain her excitement after attending a live concert by American singersongwriter John Mayer The actress took to Instagram to share glimpses from the show admitting she has been âfan girlingâ over the Grammywinning musician for years and still canât believe she finally got to see him perform livePooja took to Instagram stories where she shared a string of images and videos from the concert and captioned it with âCanât believe Iâve finally seen him liveâ âBucket list doneâ âFan girling for LIFEâ and âNeed to do this againâMayerâs first two studio albums Room for Squares and Heavier Things were both met with critical and commercial successThe single Your Body Is a Wonderland which won Best Male Pop Vocal Performance at the 45th Annual Grammy Awards while the latter peaked atop the Billboard 200Outside of his solo career Mayer has produced and provided music for various artists spanning multiple genres such as Frank Ocean Kanye West Travis Scott Alicia Keys Jack Harlow Ed Sheeran Shawn Mendes Harry Styles Daniel Caesar Khalid Jhenà Aiko and Barbra Streisand among othersIn 2015 three former members of the Grateful Dead joined with Mayer and two other musicians to form the band Dead amp CompanyTalking about Pooja she was recently seen in a song titled âMonicaâ from the recently released film âCoolieââCoolieâ is an Indian Tamillanguage action thriller film directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj The film stars Rajinikanth Nagarjuna Upendra Soubin Shahir Sathyaraj Shruti Haasan Reba Monica John Junior MGR Monisha Blessy and Kaali VenkatThe film features actors Sathyaraj and Rajinikanth together after almost 38 yearsCoolie which is Rajinikanths 171st film revolves around gold smuggling Interestingly director Lokesh Kanakaraj has disclosed that Coolie will be a stand alone film and not a part of his Lokesh Cinematic Universe LCU She will next be seen in Jana Nayagan a political action thriller film directed by H VinothShe will next be seen in Jana Nayagan directed by H Vinoth It is intended to be the final film appearance of Vijay before he enters politics as well as KVNs first Tamil language productionShe also has Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai with Varun Dhawan and Mrunal Thakur IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/pooja-hegdes-fan-girling-john-mayer-for-life-cant-believe-ive-finally-seen-him-live-661511.html Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/christina-applegate-points-to-the-source-of-her-covid-19-infection-661395.html Los Angeles Feb 11 Hollywood actress Christina Applegate seems to have cracked the origins of her Covid19 infection The actress has shared that she is certain she contracted the bug at the âMarried With Childrenâ reunion The 54yearold actress teamed up with former costars Ed ONeill Katey Sagal and David Faustino for the An Evening with the Buntys event two weeks ago She said that she thinks she picked up the virus because she didnt wear a mask and there were so many germs in the room reports âFemale First UKâSpeaking to Jamie Lynn Sigler on their MeSsy podcast she said âIt was at the Wiltern theatre in Los Angeles A couple thousand folk thereââI just tried to be funny You know me Questions were asked There was a moderator this guy who used to do our warmup actually in our audience And it went on for it felt like a few hours but it wasnât it was probably an hourâ she addedAs per âFemale First UKâ Christina who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis MS in 2021 enjoyed the evening though it was exhausting for herShe said I was really tired sweet Jamie you know me when the MS hits that fit like it was so late at night It didnât start till 730 dude I know youâre like laughing at me but to me thatâs like the worst ever Youâre supposed to be in the pyjamas and you got the stuff on at 730 youâre not supposed to be in hair and makeup and in front of thousands of people answering questions I donât know It was great I think that the people had fun and it was nice to be with my familyâThe actress who has 15yearold Sadie with husband Martyn LeNoble previously shared that she misses the person she was before she got sickSpeaking on the Lets Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa podcast Christina said I dont get up in the morning with that I get up because of herââShes the reason Im still here and trying But she did say to me and we got into a big thing the other day and sorry Sadie but it has to be said She said I missed who you were before you got sickâ That is just like a knife to the heart because I miss who I was before I got sick too Very muchâ she added IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/christina-applegate-points-to-the-source-of-her-covid-19-infection-661395.html Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/og-ramba-ho-girl-kalpana-iyer-recalls-what-it-was-like-working-with-vinod-khanna-in-kudrat--661407.html Mumbai Feb 11 The original âRamba Hoâ girl Kalpana Iyer decided to turn back the clock and recall what it was like working with the late legendary actor Vinod Khanna in the 1981 drama Kudrat During an exclusive conversation with IANS she called Vinod Khanna a wonderful person who was always polite to everyone around himKalpana was asked How do you remember Vinod KhannaDescribing the late legend in one word she said an absolute gemAdding some more adjectives the Hum SaathSaath Hain actress went on to call him a Wonderful human being classic and elegantKalpana further shared that Vinod Khanna had one of the most elegant walks in the industryShe stated When he entered a room you had to see because of the way he walked in I have always said this I have seen him upclose I knowHe was always polite always gentle always with a pleasant smile I have never seen him be angry or upset with anybody Apart from Kudrat I also knew him at a personal level for a very long time It was not like we used to meet every day but whenever I met him he was very respectful There are some people who have an amazing value system and Vinod sahab was one of them For me he will always be a very very enduring wonderful and lovely memory Kalpana went on to addShe further revealed that she is happy to see that Vinod Khannas actor son Akshaye Khanna has inherited his fathers smileTalking about Kudrat the film was made under the direction of Chetan Anand with Rajesh Khanna Hema Malini Raaj Kumar and Priya Rajvansh in significant roles along with othersBacked under the banners of Mehboob Studios and R K Studios the movie enjoys the tunes scored by R D Burman IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/og-ramba-ho-girl-kalpana-iyer-recalls-what-it-was-like-working-with-vinod-khanna-in-kudrat--661407.html Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sonam-kapoor-shares-glimpses-of-her-seemantonnayan-ceremony-says-i-felt-so-held-661416.html Mumbai Feb 11 Bollywood fashionista Sonam Kapoor who is all set to become a mommy again shared a heartfelt note offering a glimpse into her Seemantonnayan ceremony calling the ancient ritual a deeply meaningful and emotional experience Taking to Instagram Sonam shared a reel video of herself with her close ones including Anil Kapoor Arjun Kapoor Kareena Kapoor Khan Shabana Azmi Khushi Kapoor Masaba Gupta Anupam Kher and Sanjay Kapoor amongst othersShe reflected on the significance of Seemantonnayan the third of the sixteen sacred sanskars in Sanatan Dharma often referred to as the âhairparting ritualâ which honours the mother and the life she carriesSonam wrote âSeemantonnayan the third of the sixteen sacred sanskars in Sanatan Dharma Often called the âhairparting ritualâ it honours the mother and the life she carries Known as Godh Bharai Shrimant Dohale Jevan Shaad Seemantham Valaikappu Seemantha Pulikkudi and Sadhabhakshan across different parts of India â the names may change but the blessing remains the same love protection and celebration of new lifeâThe ritual involves the hair of the expecting mother being parted by her husband to promote the healthy development of the fetus ensure the motherâs mental health and provide protection from negative energiesDescribing the ceremony as special Sonam shared that it felt even more meaningful because her closest friends and family members were presentâThis ancient ritual felt even more meaningful because all my best friends in the world showed up for me My whole family did too I felt so held And to my mum my motherinlaw and my sister â thank you for organising everything and making me feel so deeply loved cherished and celebrated I will never forget this A lap full of blessings A heart overflowing with gratitudeâIt was in November 2025 that Sonam announced that she was all set to welcome her second bundle of joySonam took to Instagram where she shared a picture of herself dressed in a striking hotpink pure wool suit featuring oversized padded shoulders and a softly curved shoulder line The actress is seen lovingly holding on to her blossoming baby bumpShe captioned the post âMOTHERâSonam tied the knot with businessman Anand Ahuja in a grand wedding ceremony in May 2018 after being in a relationship for several years The couple welcomed their first child a baby boy whom they named Vayu in August 2022 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sonam-kapoor-shares-glimpses-of-her-seemantonnayan-ceremony-says-i-felt-so-held-661416.html Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:14:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/anne-hathaway-jokes-no-one-saw-her-2017-film-colossal-one-of-my-favorite-movies-661421.html Mumbai Feb 11 Actress Anne Hathaway has humorously recalled that despite high hopes âno one sawâ her 2017 film Colossal when it first released in theatres Taking to Instagram Hathaway reflected on shooting the quirky kaiju comedy in 2015 while she was pregnant with her first child She shared that she and her husband Adam Shulman spent time in Vancouver with their dogs while filming director Nacho Vigalondoâs âwonderfully insaneâ movie which also starred Jason SudeikisShe wrote in the caption âIn 2015 while pregnant with our first baby Adam and I went with our pups to Vancouver to make nachovigalondoâs wonderfully insane kaiju movie Colossal costarring a brilliant and preTed Lasso Jason SudekisââWe all had a blast the awesome nina was even there for Halloween and it is both one of my favorite movies I have ever been in and one of the best times I have ever had on setâHowever speaking about its theatrical release in 2017 Hathaway joked about its boxoffice performanceâWhen it arrived in theatres in 2017 it shattered box office records and became the shining hope of all lowbudget indies that if you stick to your guns you can make it big and transcend it all Jk no one saw itâThe actress revealed that Colossal has now landed on an OTT platform and expressed hope that the film might finally find its audience in 2026âBUT it just landed on Netflix So if you have the inclination maybe 2026 is finally Colossalâs yearâHathaway added Itâs funny and strange and sillysmart and great just my opinionâ and 82 of critics on RT soâ Hope you give it a go Stay weirdâColossal is a science fiction black comedy film directed and written by Nacho Vigalondo The film stars Anne Hathaway Jason Sudeikis Dan Stevens Austin Stowell and Tim Blake NelsonThe film follows an unemployed writer who unwittingly manifests a giant creature in Seoul while struggling with alcoholism and an abusively controlling colleague IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/anne-hathaway-jokes-no-one-saw-her-2017-film-colossal-one-of-my-favorite-movies-661421.html Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:17:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/varun-konidela-celebrates-8-years-of-tholiprema-not-just-a-memory-but-something-far-deeper-661423.html Mumbai Feb 11 As his romantic drama film âTholipremaâ completed eight years in Indian cinema actor Varun Konidela took a stroll down memory lane and recalled why it is still so special to him Varun took to Instagram where he shared a string of throwback pictures from the shoot of the 2018 filmHe went on to add âSome films stay with you long after the cameras stop rolling Tholiprema is one such chapter that was made with so much love and with some incredible people Not just a memory but something far deeper 8 years and forever gratefulââTholipremaâ was directed by Venky Atluri The film stars Varun Tej and Raashii Khanna The music is composed by S Thaman It was remade in Bengali language as Fidaa named after the 2017 Telugu film of the same name which also stars Varun TejThe film traces the story of Aditya an outgoing young man who falls in love with Varsha an introvert Varsha has feelings for him but is reluctant to profess them and they both part ways only to meet again after a few yearsVarun made his acting debut in 2014 with Mukunda He received praise for featuring in Krishs critically acclaimed war film Kanche The actor who is the son of Nagendra Babu established himself as a leading actor with the romantic drama FidaaHe has since starred in films including Gaddalakonda Ganesh F2 and F3The actor was last seen in âMatkaâ a period action thriller film written and directed by Karuna Kumar It also stars Meenakshi Chaudhary and Nora Fatehi The film is based on the life of the Matka gambler Ratan KhetriThe story takes place between 1934 and 1988 in Visakhapatnam based on reallife incidents It follows the life of Vasu a young man who is lured into the Matka gambler business and gets entangled in the complex world of crime deceit and betrayalThe actor is married to Lavanya Tripathi whom he met on the sets of their film Mister in 2017 and eventually started dating They went on to work together in Antariksham 9000 KMPH in 2018 The couple got engaged on 8 June 2023 in Hyderabad The couple got married on 1 November 2023 in Tuscany ItalyOn 9 September 2025 they welcomed their son whom they named Vaayuv Tej Konidela IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/varun-konidela-celebrates-8-years-of-tholiprema-not-just-a-memory-but-something-far-deeper-661423.html Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/jaafar-jackson-on-playing-michael-jackson-in-biopic-it-was-a-calling-661425.html Los Angeles Feb 11 Debutant Jaafar Jackson said that playing his late uncle and King of Pop Michael Jackson in the upcoming biopic Michael is his calling He went on to share that he had never even thought about an acting career until the project came along In a new behindthescenes video for the movie the 29yearold who is the son of Michaels older brother Jermaine Jackson said I never dreamed to be an actor or even thought of playing him But I knew it was a callingEmbodying Michael I really had to earn the role and prove to the filmmakers that I was capable of becoming Michael Essentially it was starting at the roots and finding the authenticityJaafar praised the love for Michaelâ who died in 2009 aged 50 that surrounded the project reports femalefirstcoukHe said I felt that love for Michael every day on set from the crew and the cast Everybody had that love and wanted to put their heart and soul into itProducer Graham King and director Antoine Fuqua couldnt be happier with their lead actors performanceGraham said in the clip Going through this process of who can play Michael how do you even start with that And then of course I meet Jaafar JacksonAntoine added Day one all I could think of was Can Jaafar really pull this off Man when the music started and he hit those first few moves I mean this guy killed it I looked at Graham and Graham looked at me I was like Who is this guy He has the desire â like Michael â to be the bestMichael follows Michael Jacksonâs journey from The Jackson 5 to recordbreaking solo stardom driven by perfectionism family pressure and artistic genius The biopic traces the making of music history while examining the personal battles behind the legendThe upcoming film also stars Miles Teller as Jacksonâs longtime attorney and advisor John Branca Colman Domingo and Nia Long as Jacksonâs parents Joe and Katherine Jackson and Larenz Tate as the founder of Motown Records Berry GordyMeanwhile Laura Harrier plays Suzanne de Passe a pioneering female music executive alongside Kat Grahamâs Diana Ross and Kendrick Sampsonâs Quincy Jones who produced Jacksonâs three most successful albums Off the Wall Thriller and BadMichael was initially due to release on October 3 2025 but was pushed back to April 2026 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/jaafar-jackson-on-playing-michael-jackson-in-biopic-it-was-a-calling-661425.html Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/yo-yo-honey-singh-says-its-time-for-hollywood-after-meeting-american-rapper-ali-dee-theodore-661426.html Mumbai Feb 11 Popular Indian rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh has hinted at going global as he declared âitâs time for Hollywoodâ after meeting American rapper and producer Ali Dee Theodore Honey Singh took to Instagram to share a picture with Ali Dee Theodore In the image the two musicians are seen posing togetherFor the caption Honey Singh wrote âIts time for Hollywood now Much love n respect alideeofficialâAli Dee Theodore also shared the same picture on his Instagram Stories and heaped praise on the Indian rapper Calling Honey Singh one of the finest in the business he wrote âOne of the most talented producers Ive ever heardâAli Dee Theodore released hip hop recordings in the late 1980s and 1990s before focusing on composition and production for film and television He led DeeTown Entertainment a New Yorkbased music production companyTheodore is credited as executive music producer on three films in the Alvin and the Chipmunks franchiseFor Disneyâs global Mickey Mouse 90th celebration Theodore wrote and produced the original single Its a Good Time for use across Disney parks and around Mickeys 90th Spectacular broadcastOther Disney titles he has worked on include Descendants Beverly Hills Chihuahua Kickinâ It Teen Beach Movie and Hannah Montana His work also appears on major studio soundtracks such as Despicable Me 4Honey Singh whose real name is Hirdesh Singh made his mark on the music scene with the release of his Punjabi album International Villager in 2011 The albums track Gabru featuring JStar quickly climbed to the top of the Asian music charts including the official BBC Asian chartsThe Delhiborn musicianâs collaborations with prominent artists such as Diljit Dosanjh on âLak 28 Kudiâ further cemented his positionThe 42yearold rapper sang his first Hindi song in Mastan His popularity surged on YouTube with two of his videos Brown Rang and High Heels ranking among the toptrending videos that year Following the success of Brown Rang Singh released Angreji Beat in collaboration with Gippy GrewalIn 2024 Singh launched his album Glory featuring 18 tracks including Millionaire Rap God and Jatt Mehkma In December 2024 a documentary titled Yo Yo Honey Singh Famous was released on Netflix IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/yo-yo-honey-singh-says-its-time-for-hollywood-after-meeting-american-rapper-ali-dee-theodore-661426.html Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/lillete-dubey-laughs-at-her-80s-perm-as-she-celebrates-35-years-of-theatre-661427.html Mumbai Feb 11 Veteran actress and theatre personality Lillete Dubey took a nostalgic trip down memory lane after an old photograph resurfaced from actor Amar Talwarâs archives Lillete took to Instagram where she shared a monochrome image of herself from her younger theatre days Amidst celebrating her 35year theatre festival she revealed that Amar Talwar surprised her with a throwback image from the 1980sâOmg In the midst of my 35 year theatre festival Amar Talwar sends me this from his archivesThanks Amar but where are u digging these out fromâ she wrote as the captionThe actress couldnât help but poke fun at her old hairstyle adding âHow I detest my hair Uff that 80âs permâAmid the nostalgia Lillete also announced the next leg of her ongoing theatre festivalâNext part of the fest coming up this weekend 2 favourites at the NCPA Exp 14 Feb completing 706 shows with these 2 shows is our classic â Dance like a Man â And 15 Feb Mahesh Elkunchwarâs brilliant quartet drama â Autobiographyâ C u backstage on the weekend sicâTalking about Lillete the 72yearold actressâ latest release âSongs of Paradiseâ is directed by Danish Renzu The lead role is played by Saba Azad Soni Razdan and Zain Khan Durrani The film also stars Taaruk Raina Lillete Dubey Sheeba Chaddha Shishir Sharma and Lalit ParimooThis story follows the journey of a Kashmiri woman who dreams of becoming a singer inspired by Raj Begums music Raj Begum known as the Melody Queen of Kashmir was a Padma Shri awardee and a recipient of the Sangeet Natak Akademi AwardThe movie narrates the story of Kashmiri artists their struggles and their eventual success despite the challenges The plot is set in Kashmir and showcases the areas music culture and historyLillete is best known for her film performances Zubeidaa Monsoon Wedding Chalte Chalte Baghban Kal Ho Naa Ho My BrotherâNikhil Delhi in a Day Bow Barracks Forever 3 Days to Go The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel and The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel and Sonata IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/lillete-dubey-laughs-at-her-80s-perm-as-she-celebrates-35-years-of-theatre-661427.html Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/maanayata-dutt-celebrates-18-years-with-sanjay-dutt-wouldnt-trade-for-anything-ever-661430.html Mumbai Feb 11 Marking 18 years of togetherness Maanayata Dutt penned a heartfelt note for husband and actor Sanjay Dutt saying their journey is one she âwouldnât trade for anything everâ Maanayata took to Instagram where she shared a reel featuring several pictures of her and Sanjay from the precious moments they have spent together She also used the track âCome Check Thisâ by Fetish as the background score She went on to reflect on the countless memories they have built over the yearsExpressing her love she wrote â18 years Recapping the Countless moments endless love and a journey I wouldnât trade for anything everââFrom then to now itâs justâandâstill youâ happy anniversary my bestest half love you always amp forever duttsanjay love grace positivity dutts thankyougod one of my fav moment is the two of us on the scooter in Budapest and also with duttiqra on karwachauthâSanjay and Maanayata married first in Goa through a registry in 2008 and then in a Hindu ceremony in Mumbai after two years of dating In October 2010 he became a father to twins a boy and a girlThe actor was previously married to actress Richa Sharma in 1987 She died of a brain tumour in 1996 His second marriage was to an airhostessturnedmodel Rhea Pillai in February 1998 The divorce finalised in 2008Sanjayâs latest release is Dhurandhar an action spy action thriller film written directed and coproduced by Aditya Dhar It stars Ranveer Singh Akshaye Khanna Sanjay Dutt R Madhavan Arjun Rampal and Sara ArjunSet against the backdrop of a highstakes intelligence operation the narrative follows a covert agent navigating complex political conspiracies national security threats and personal dilemmas blending action with themes of loyalty sacrifice and deceptionHe will next be seen in Ahmed Khanâs upcoming comedy film titled âWelcome To The JungleâThe film has a huge star cast including names such as Akshay Kumar Jackie Shroff Suniel Shetty Arshad Warsi Paresh Rawal Raveena Tandon Disha Patani Lara Dutta Jacqueline Fernandez Shreyas Talpade Aftab Shivdasani Mika Singh Mukesh Tiwari Zakir Hussain Yashpal Sharma Johnny Lever Rajpal Yadav Krushna Abhishek Kiku Sharda Daler Mehndi Tusshar Kapoor and Sayaji Shinde IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/maanayata-dutt-celebrates-18-years-with-sanjay-dutt-wouldnt-trade-for-anything-ever-661430.html Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/anil-ravipudi-trashes-rumours-about-his-next-project-i-havent-even-put-pen-to-paper-yet-661432.html Hyderabad Feb 11 Ace director Anil Ravipudi who is basking in the success of his blockbuster film the Chiranjeevi Nayantharastarrer Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu has now trashed rumours about his next film that were doing the rounds on social media with a hilarious post on X in which he pointed out how he hadnt even put pen to paper yet but how those speculating had already decided on his next films story actors and even its title Anil Ravipudi who is one of the most sought after directors today as he has been delivering blockbuster after blockbuster took to his X timeline to clarify rumours that were doing the rounds on social media that claimed that his next film would feature Venkatesh and Fahadh Faasil in the lead and that the film had been titled Srimathi Lalitha ReddyThe ace director in Telugu said I havent even put pen to paper yet They have already decided on the actors story and even the title At this rate they might even say Action Cut any moment smiley facesStating that he could understand the enthusiasm of fans eager to know about what he was to do next the director said that he himself would share all the correct details about who he was to work with next and what movie he was to make very soon It may be recalled that Anil Ravipudis previous film Mana Shankara Varea Prasad Garu had set the cash registers ringing at the box office collecting over a whopping Rs 300 crore In fact actor Chiranjeevi who was pleased with the phenomenal success of the film gifted the director a brand new Range Rover Sport Pictures showing Chiranjeevi presenting the director the vehicle had gone viral on the InternetThe film which released for the festival of Sankranthi went on to emerge a huge blockbuster In fact Megastar Chiranjeevi who was moved by the roaring success of the film which grossed a whopping Rs 300 Crore worldwide had poured his heart out in a deeply emotional messageIn his heartfelt note Chiranjeevi had reflected on the journey that had brought the film to this moment and reiterated that every milestone in his career had been shaped by the affection of generations of movie lovers His message resonated widely among fans who have been celebrating the film as much as they celebrate his enduring legacyMegastar Chiranjeeviâs message read Looking at the humongous success of our MSG my heart is filled with gratitude I have always said that I am a product of your love and today you have proven it yet again This record belongs to the Telugu audience beloved distributors and my dear Mega fans who have stood by me for decades Your whistles in the theatre are the energy that keeps me going Records come and go but the love you shower upon me stays foreverIn particular Chiranjeevi put on record the hard work put in by director Anil Ravipudi for the film He had said This blockbuster success is a tribute to the hard work of our Anil Ravipudi producersSahu and Sushmita along with the entire team and the unwavering faith you have in me Letâs continue the celebration Love you all IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/anil-ravipudi-trashes-rumours-about-his-next-project-i-havent-even-put-pen-to-paper-yet-661432.html Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/isha-koppikar-enjoys-comfort-on-a-plate-as-she-savours-her-gujarati-thali-661434.html Mumbai Feb 11 Actress Isha Koppikar enjoyed Comfort on a plate as she relished a Gujarati Thali during her recent trip to Gandhinagar Isha took to the stories section of her official Instagram handle and dropped a video of herself enjoying a lavish Gurajati thali in a restaurant during her fun getawayThe clip opened with her saying Okay we are in Gandhinagar GujaratNext the Ek Vivaah Aisa Bhi actress went on to show the various items in her appetizing Thali flaunting the enriched food culture of GujaratShe pointed towards the various items such as Basundi Dal Aloo ki sabzi Kaddu Gobi Chutney Dhokla Chat Roti and Thepla in her thali We could also see Isha enjoying all the Gujarati delicacies savouring every bite along the wayComfort on a plate happiness in every bite Eating it Loving it Enjoying it sic Isha captioned the postThe Hello actress likes to keep her InstaFam uptodate with whatever is going on in her personal and professional lifeBefore stepping into 2026 Isha decided to reflect on her journey through 2025 She admitted that her passion for cinema has grown significantly stronger over the yearShe shared that for her storytelling has always felt like home and in 2025 her connection with films has deepened even furtherIshas heartfelt note on the photosharing app went â2025 rocked with all the right momentsânow owning 31st with faith for an amazing 2026 Universe got us 2026 newyearfaith vibehigh faithwinsâShe was further heard saying in her Instagram video âThis year taught me once again consistency beats everything Moments with my little ones reminded me what truly matters My love for cinema only grew deeper because storytelling feels like home Every set every frame pushed me to move hearts and inspire mindsââNew places new energies kept me evolving exploring becoming And everywhere I went I felt a deeper pride for our culture our roots and our rising Bharat To my friends and family thank you for the warmth the love that kept me steady I am stepping into a new year with gratitude in my heart fire in my spirit I am Bappas blessings guiding every step added Isha IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/isha-koppikar-enjoys-comfort-on-a-plate-as-she-savours-her-gujarati-thali-661434.html Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:43:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/jasmine-sandlas-pauses-delhi-concert-midway-asks-security-to-remove-men-harassing-women-661437.html New Delhi Feb 11 Known for churning out hit numbers such as âShararatâ âTarasâ âYaar Naa Mileyâ and âRaat Jashan Diâ singer Jasmine Sandlas during her recent concert in Delhi by paused her performance midway after noticing harassment in the crowd The Dhurandhar singer firmly addressed the situation and made it clear that she would not continue performing until women in the audience felt safeVisibly disturbed by the incident Sandlas directly called out the men involved and asked the event security to immediately remove them from the venue She stated that creating a safe and respectful environment for women was nonnegotiable and took precedence over the show continuingShe was heard saying âSecurity can you please remove these two guys as they are troubling these women I will not perform if women donât feel safe in my concertâTalking about Sandlas her first song Muskan in 2008 became a hit In 2014 she began her Bollywood playback singing career with the song Yaar Na Miley for the film KickHer latest hits are Taras for the movie Munjya 2024 and Nasha for Raid2 2025 She also received several awards including the Most Popular Song of the Year 2016 She was also featured on the TEDx Talks MTV Coke Studio and Spoken Word platformsHer latest chartbuster song âShararatâ is picturized on actresses Ayesha Khan and Krystle DSouza featuring them as dancers at a wedding celebration sequence in Aditya Dharâs Dhurandhar starring Akshaye Khanna Ranveer Singh Sanjay Dutt R Madhavan and Arjun RampalThe film also stars Sara Arjun Rakesh Bedi Manav Gohil Danish Pandor Saumya Tandon Gaurav Gera and Naveen Kaushik in supporting rolesThe first installment of a twopart film series it depicts an antiterror covert operation where an undercover agent infiltrates Karachis criminal and political underworld in PakistanThe plot loosely joins several reallife events involving geopolitical tensions such as the 1999 IC814 hijacking the 2001 Indian Parliament attack the 2008 Mumbai attacks and events revolving around Operation Lyari IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/jasmine-sandlas-pauses-delhi-concert-midway-asks-security-to-remove-men-harassing-women-661437.html Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:12:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/harish-shankar-words-cant-express-the-way-my-heart-raced-after-listening-to-aura-of-ustaad-661439.html Hyderabad Feb 11 Harish Shankar who is directing the eagerlyawaited action entertainer Ustaad Bhagat Singh featuring actor Pawan Kalyan in the lead has now admitted that the upcoming song that the team is to release from the film Aura of Ustaad had made his heart race Taking to his X timeline to pen his thoughts on the number the director pointed out that he had seldom praised a song before its release He wrote Generally I never do this Iâve never done this before But this song truly deserves it Words simply canât express the way my heart raced after listening to Aura of Ustaadâ Harish Shankars compliment moved the films music director Devi Sri Prasad who quoted Harishs tweet and said Dearest sirji harish2you amp dearest Chandrabose garu Thank you for the amazing concept and the mindblowing lyrics Love you both for inspiring me to create this Aura of UstaadFor the unaware the eagerly awaited film is to hit screens on March 26 this yearIt may be recalled that dubbing for the film had begun only on January 27 this yearWell known production house Mythri Movie Makers which is producing the film had taken to its X timeline to share a video clip showing director Harish Shankar joining in the pooja that was conducted prior to the commencement of dubbing for the filmThe production house wrote UstaadBhagatSingh dubbing begins on an auspicious note Get ready for the POWERFUL DIALOGUES penned by our CULT CAPTAIN POWER STAR PawanKalyan harish2you sreeleela14 RaashiiKhanna ThisIsDSP rparthiepan DoPBose AnandSai Venupro MythriOfficial SonyMusicSouth UBSthefilmThe film has triggered huge excitement among fans and film buffsIt may be recalled that on July 29 last year the makers of the film had announced that the unit had completed shooting the films climaxTaking to its X timeline production house Mythri Movie Makers had then saidUstaadBhagatSingh completes shooting for climax An electrifying climax high on emotions and action was wrapped up under the supervision of NabaKanta masterIt may be recalled that Pawan Kalyan had officially joined the unit that was shooting in Hyderabad in the month of June last yearSreeleela plays the female lead in this film which is being produced on a grand scale by Naveen Yerneni and Y Ravi Shankar under the Mythri Movie Makers bannerCinematography for the film is by Ayananka Bose while editing is being taken care of by Ujjwal KulkarniThe duo of RamLaxman has choreographed the action sequences in this film which has Anand Sai as its production designer Screenplay for the film is by K Dasharath while additional writing is by C Chandra Mohan IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/harish-shankar-words-cant-express-the-way-my-heart-raced-after-listening-to-aura-of-ustaad-661439.html Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sanjay-dutt-says-wife-maanayata-stood-by-him-like-a-rock-for-the-last-18-years-661440.html Mumbai Feb 11 Actor Sanjay Dutt confessed that wife Maanayata Dutt has stood by him like a rock for the last 18 years of their marriage In a heartfelt anniversary post the Vaastav actor thanked his better half for being his strength and picking him whenever he seemed to fall in lifeSanjay further thanked Maanayata for their two amazing kids Shahraan and IqraPosting some unseen family photos of the couple Sanjay wrote on the photosharing app Happy anniversary mama you have always been strength in my life and stood by me like a rock through thick and thin when I have fallen you have picked me up you have given me me the most amazing kids we stand together through life what ever it throws to us as a team thank you for being there with me and taking care of me may we see many many good times together love you mother jai bhole nath sicNot just Sanjay but Maanayata also commemorated 18 years of marital bliss with an emotional note for her husband on social media Reflecting on their time together she said that their journey is one she âwouldnât trade for anything everâ18 years Recapping the Countless moments endless love and a journey I wouldnât trade for anything ever From then to now itâs justâandâstill youâ happy anniversary my bestest half love you always amp forever duttsanjay love grace positivity dutts thankyougod one of my fav moment is the two of us on the scooter in Budapest and also with duttiqra on karwachauth she went on to writeFor the unversed Sanjay and Maanayata first tied the knot in Goa in a registered marriage back in 2008 which was followed by a Hindu ceremony in MumbaiIn October 2010 the couple welcomed twins a boy and a girlSanjay was earlier married to actress Richa Sharma in 1987 However unfortunately she passed away from a brain tumour in 1996 After that he married an airhostessturnedmodel Rhea Pillai in February 1998 but the couple got divorced in 2008 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sanjay-dutt-says-wife-maanayata-stood-by-him-like-a-rock-for-the-last-18-years-661440.html Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:18:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shekhar-kapoor-on-being-taught-about-article-films-by-a-black-marketeer-661250.html Chennai Feb 9 One of Indias finest directors Shekhar Kapoor has now recalled a funny incident in which a person selling black tickets tried to teach him about how he shouldnt make article films if he wanted to have a career as a director Taking to his X timeline to pen a lengthy post about the incident that took place when his first film Masoom which went on to emerge a superhit and also a cult classic released Shekhar Kapoor wrote Throw back pic from my first film Masoom On the first day of release I went to the main theatre and there were only two people in the whole cinema hall and one of them was meThe ace director then explained Those days âblack marketingâ of cinema tickets was really prelavent Young men or even gangs would bulk by cinema tickets and then sell them at higher prices on the day of the show Of course if the hall was fullExcept the first show on the first day for Masoom the hall was completely empty the director recalled and said Outside I got surrounded by some pretty angry looking young boys when they discovered I was the director They had lost their money that day I must have looked pretty crestfallen So one of them actually took pity on me and said âSir the problem is youâve made an âarticleâ filmâ if you want a career donât do that he recounted Article film I kept wondering article film I realized he meant an âartistic filmâ Donât ever make an artistic film this young black marketeer was trying to warn me Well the Friday of release all the cinema halls were empty as they were on Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday he said The distributors of the film gave up trying to support the film It was too expensive to keep the film showing to empty halls the director said and added I remember the feeling that day when they told me they had decided to give up trying to hold the theatres I walked the streets of Mumbai and thought about what I was going to do next in my life for making films was certainly no longer an option he said However something strange happened on Thursday the director informed and said a friend had called him to ask if he could help him get tickets to MasoomI told him the friend that was a bad joke But then on Thursday one cinema hall had filled up Then on Friday there were lines of people waiting to buy tickets And over the weekend the distributors were scrambling to get back the halls they had given up and my âArticleâ film was declared a hit he said What happened that weekend People say in retrospect it was âWord of mouthâ but how could it be when hardly anyone saw the film What happened that Thursday I still wonder as am about to go into making âMasoom the next generationâ years after Masoom the original became a cult film Is âMasoom the next generationâ another âArticle filmâ he wondered IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shekhar-kapoor-on-being-taught-about-article-films-by-a-black-marketeer-661250.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:58:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/miranda-kerr-says-all-of-her-kids-have-been-taught-vedic-meditation-661251.html Los Angeles Feb 9 Model Miranda Kerr has shared how she practices Vedic rounding a technique that combines yoga poses and breathing techniques with her children Kerr has son Flynn 15 with her exhusband Orlando Bloom and sons Hart seven Myles six and Pierre two with her current spouse Evan Spiegel reports femalefirstcoukShe told LYMAs Power Women series Each of my kids except the baby have been taught Vedic meditation and they each have their own mantra Its something Ive been practicing since I was 17 and its key to my connection and devotionAs an adult you do it for 20 minutes but for my children my six year old does it for six minutes seven year old seven minutes and so onShe added This New Year he Flynn said Mum I want to meditate with you every morning at 6am and do it for 20 minutes On the days he does it hes like I really noticed a difference I felt much calmer the days I did itKerr also said that she wakes up at 530am every morning as she has become an early bird since she started dating Snapchat cofounder SpiegelShe said I wake up every morning between 5am and 530am Im quite an early bird I naturally wake up so its been years of practice because I was naturally a night owl before I met my husband and weve been together 12 years this yearI remember one of the first Friday nights we spent together and hes like Okay lets go to bed Im like Its like 830pm And hes like Yeah lets go to bed Now I absolutely love itKerr explained that she fits looking after her children into her daily routine as she sends them to bed early before having a round of laser therapy when she retires to the bedroomShe said I get them into bed early and then I have time for myself I put relaxing music on throughout the whole house at like 5pm and dim the lights so I can naturally help my kids wind downI put the baby down at 530pm because its getting dark The kids and I eat at 430pm which is a little bit early And then I get into bed and put on two mats a cell optimising mat and my web laser device mat I do this routine for 15 minutes with the Lyma laser I then put on the milky mushroom mask and it really plumps the skin its an overnight mask IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/miranda-kerr-says-all-of-her-kids-have-been-taught-vedic-meditation-661251.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 01:01:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/farah-khan-ali-remembers-beautiful-mamma-zarine-khan-thank-you-for-all-the-signs-you-send-me-661252.html Mumbai Feb 9 Jewellery designer Farah Khan Ali shared a poignant post as she marked three months since the passing of her mother Zarine Khan wife of veteran Bollywood star Sanjay Khan Revealing that she had initially shared the memory as a story Farah said she felt it deserved a permanent place on her feed both as a reminder of how blessed she was to receive her motherâs love and as a message for others to cherish moments with their parentsShe took to Instagram where she shared a throwback video of her mother wishing Farah on her birthday In her emotional note Farah urged people to take photographs and videos of their parents calling them invaluable memories that bring comfort after their lossFarah wrote âPosted this as a story yesterday three months to the day my Mom zarinekhan1207 passed but thought it deserved to be a post on my page to remind me how blessed i was to have had her love Also to remind all those who do have their parents to take lots of pictures and videos of them so that when they pass you will have beautiful memories of your time togetherâRemembering Zarine Khan as her âbeautiful mammaâ she expressed hope that she would find her motherâs strength with time and gratitude for the signs she feels her mother continues to send herâRest in peace my beautiful mamma Hopefully i will find all your strength in time Thank you for all the âSignsâ you send me when I look for you I am so so grateful to have found this video in an IPad I had not opened in a year yesterdayââIt made me both happy to be loved as much and sad because i wish i could tell you in person what you mean to me and how your legacy has shaped us your children post your passing Love you infinitelyâIt was in November 2025 when actor Zayed Khan Farah and Sussanne Khans mother Zarine Katrak passed away aged 81 after suffering from age related ailmentsAs per sources Zarine Katrak who was the motherinlaw of Hrithik Roshan was suffering from agerelated ailments for a while She breathed her last at her residence in MumbaiZarine is survived by her husband Sanjay Khan and children Sussanne Khan Simone Arora Farah Ali Khan and Zayed KhanZarineâs eldest daughter Farah Khan Ali is married to DJ Aqeel their second daughter Simone Arora is married to businessperson Ajay Arora while their youngest daughter is Sussanne Khan was formerly married to actor Hrithik Roshan Their son Zayed is married to MalaikaAs per reports it was at a bus stop that Sanjay and Zarine met and got married in 1966 She ventured into films such as Tere Ghar Ke Saamne and Ek Phool Do Mali IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/farah-khan-ali-remembers-beautiful-mamma-zarine-khan-thank-you-for-all-the-signs-you-send-me-661252.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 01:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shivaleeka-oberoi-marks-3-years-of-togetherness-with-abhishek-pathak-soul-mated-so-hard-661255.html Mumbai Feb 9 Actress Shivaleeka Oberoi known for her work in the âKhuda Haafizâ franchise marked three years of togetherness with husband Abhishek Pathak by sharing a heartfelt message that beautifully captured their journey Shivaleeka took to Instagram where she shared a string of romantic images from their intimate anniversary celebrationsCelebrating the milestone Shivaleeka wrote âSoulmated so hard that we hung out once amp just knew we would get married and have babies one day Happy 3 to usâsoon becoming 3âShivaleeka and Abhishek first met while working on the 2020 Vidyut Jammwalstarrer Khuda Hafizâ which follows the story of Sameer a young man leads a content life with Nargis his wife However when she is kidnapped by human traffickers he must rescue herThe duo exchanged rings in July 2022 and finally tied the knot in February 2023Shivaleeka made her acting debut with the 2019 release Yeh Saali Aashiqui and later rose to fame with Khuda Haafiz in 2020 She was last seen in Khuda Haafiz Chapter 2 â Agni Pariksha in 2022 where both she and Vidyut reprised their characters Nargis and Sameer from the original dramaOn the other hand Abhishek directed Drishyam 2 featuring Ajay Devgn Shriya Saran Tabu and Akshaye KhannaHe has also directed Udta ChamanAbhishek has also produced movies such as Pyaar Ka PunchnamaPyaar Ka Punchnama 2 Section 375 and Khuda HaafizIt was on December 19 when the actress announced that the couple is set to welcome their first bundle of joyThe parentstobe announced the news in a joint social media post that read Our love story has found itâs sweetest verse â a tiny blessing is joining our universe Baby angel evil eye and Dizzy emojis sicOn February 1 the actress shared a heartwarming glimpse from her traditional âgodh bharaiâ ceremony offering a peek into the intimate celebration filled with love blessings and joy as she embraces a new chapter in her lifeShivaleeka took to Instagram where she shared a video from the ceremony The clip begins with a board which read âWelcome to the Godh Bharai ceremony of parents to be Shivaleeka and Abhishekâ The video featured their family blessing them for the new chapterâGodh bharai Surrounded by love traditions laughter and endless blessingsâ she wrote as the caption IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shivaleeka-oberoi-marks-3-years-of-togetherness-with-abhishek-pathak-soul-mated-so-hard-661255.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 01:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/konkona-sen-sharma-pratibha-rannta-starrer-psychological-thriller-accused-to-release-on-february-27-661256.html Mumbai Feb 9 Konkona Sen Sharma and Pratibha Ranntaâs upcoming psychological thriller titled âAccusedâ directed by Anubhuti Kashyap is all set to premiere on Netflix on 27 February Talking about the film Team Accused shared âAccused is the kind of story that stays with you because it refuses to simplify human behaviour or moral conflict Anubhuti has crafted a deeply nuanced film that places women at the centre of a narrative we rarely explore one where power perception and belief are constantly shiftingââWith Konkona and Pratibha leading the film weâre looking at a relationship tested not just by accusation but by doubt itself Itâs a story told with restraint empathy and courage and weâre proud to bring it to Netflix a platform that has supported the filmâs intent to provoke thought rather than judgmentâProduced by Dharma Productions Accused follows a celebrated doctor in London whose carefully constructed life begins to fracture after she is accused of sexual misconductAs scrutiny intensifies and public opinion hardens the film explores the strains this places on her closest relationships and how quickly perception can take hold when certainty is out of reach By centring on a woman as the accused Accused asks viewers to sit with discomfort and doubt unfolding as a story of one womanâs word against anotherRuchikaa Kapoor Sheikh Director Original Films Netflix India shared âAccused is a meaningful emotionally resonant film that explores truth belief and the personal consequences of an accusationââAnubhuti Kashyapâs sensitivity and restraint add depth to a powerful subject With standout performances from Konkona Sen Sharma and Pratibha Rannta the film embodies the kind of layered characterdriven storytelling Netflix stands behindâAccused will stream exclusively on Netflix from 27 FebruaryKonkona made her debut as a child artist in the film Indira in 1983 She had her first leading role as an adult in the Bengali thriller Ek Je Aachhe Kanya She gained notice with the Englishlanguage film Mr and Mrs Iyer in 2002 directed by her mother which won her the National Film Award for Best Actress She forayed into Hindi cinema with the drama Page 3 in 2005Meanwhile Pratibha made her acting debut with the television soap opera Qurbaan Hua She expanded to films with a leading role in the comedydrama Laapataa Ladies IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/konkona-sen-sharma-pratibha-rannta-starrer-psychological-thriller-accused-to-release-on-february-27-661256.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 01:42:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/bhumi-pednekkar-reflects-on-bhakshak-as-jeffrey-epstein-case-reminds-world-of-buried-truths-661259.html Mumbai Feb 9 As the crime thriller âBhakshakâ completes two years since its release actress Bhumi Pednekkar says the film feels even more heartbreaking today as the grim realities it highlighted continue to dominate headlines across the world Reflecting on the journey of the hardhitting film Bhumi shared that when Bhakshak released it travelled across borders and deeply moved audiences globally However two years later the actress admitted she feels shattered by how relevant the story still remainsBhumi took to Instagram where she wrote â Two years ago Bhakshak travelled across borders messages poured in from every corner of the world not because people just watched it but because people felt it I was overwhelmed then Iâm heartbroken todayâThe actress said that the story about Bhakshak is relevant todayâBecause the truth is this story is still so relevant Sexual violence on women and children is becoming the basic thread of usâ she wroteBhumi pointed out that recent global developments have once again exposed how unsafe the world continues to be for children Her remarks come at a time when international cases such as the Jeffrey Epstein scandal continue to resurface in public discourseâThe last few weeks have reminded us how unsafe the world can be for children No child should have to grow up hyperaware of danger That burden belongs to us not themâ she addedâChildren deserve freedom To play To dress as they choose To be protected accepted and held by society when they have no one Some films end when the credits roll Some refuse to let us look awayâBhumi says that Bhakshak will always be one of those for meâTo the team that brought this gutsy story forward Thank you justpulkit jyotsananath for writing this beautiful film and seeing me as Vaishali gaurikhan redchilliesent netflixin monikashergill ruchikaakapoor for giving this film the platform it needed imsanjaimishra adityasrivastava and the entire team for coming on board this courageous storyââBhakshakâ follows the story of a struggling local journalist who begins a dogged investigation into harrowing cases of abuse being covered up at a shelter for young girlsTalking about Epsteinâs controversy it happened after the United States Department of Justice DoJ recently released a massive collection of records linked to the convicted sex offender The release reportedly includes more than three million files over 2000 videos and approximately 180000 photographs connected to the disgraced financiers activities IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/bhumi-pednekkar-reflects-on-bhakshak-as-jeffrey-epstein-case-reminds-world-of-buried-truths-661259.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 02:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/adivi-sesh-on-collaborating-with-bhojpuri-star-pawan-singh-for-dacoit-very-unique-association-661261.html Mumbai Feb 9 Actor Adivi Sesh has confirmed his collaboration with Bhojpuri music powerhouse Pawan Singh for his upcoming film Dacoit and called the association âvery uniqueâ Sesh said âCollaborating with Pawan Singh on Dacoit has definitely got people excited and rightly so Itâs a very unique associationââWhat exactly weâre doing together is something audiences will have to wait and watch forâPawan Singh began his professional career in music by working as an accompanist notably performing on the harmonium during live musical performancesHe used his voice in the Hindi film industry with the track Aayi Nai from Stree 2 in addition to the track Chumma from Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala VideoWithin Bhojpuri cinema Pawan has gained success with his work in films such as Pratigya Bajrang Satya Crack Fighter Raja Sher Singh Maa Tujhe Salaam Jai Hind Maine Unko Sajan Chun Liya Tabadala Dhadkan Powerstar Mera Bharat Mahaan Pawan Raja Sarkar Raj Har Har Gange and numerous other productions including Sooryavansham Wanted Hamar Swabhiman Challenge Gadar Boss Truck Driver Pawan Putra Bhojpuriya Raja and BajarangiHe was recently seen in the reality show âRise and Fallâ hosted by Ashneer Grover On the film front his next is âPowerstarâDacoit also stars Mrunal Thakur Prakash Raj Sunil Atul Kulkarni Zayn Marie Khan and Kamakshi Bhaskarla among othersIt traces the journey of an angry convict determined to seek revenge on his exgirlfriend who betrayed him As he crafts a perilous plan to trap her the story evolves into an emotionally intense tale of love betrayal and vengeanceShot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu the filmâs story and screenplay have been jointly crafted by Adivi Sesh and Shaneil Deo Currently in postproduction Dacoit is gearing up for a grand panIndia releaseSesh made his film debut in 2010 as a lead actor and director with the romance Karma and gained recognition for his antagonistic roles in Panjaa 2011 Balupu 2013 and Baahubali The BeginningSesh then established himself with his work in films such as Dongaata 2015 Kshanam 2016 Ami Thumi 2017 Goodachari 2018 Evaru 2019 Major 2022 and HIT The Second Case 2022 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/adivi-sesh-on-collaborating-with-bhojpuri-star-pawan-singh-for-dacoit-very-unique-association-661261.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 02:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shilpa-shetty-claims-vyaghrasana-improves-balance-strengthens-back-amp-core-661264.html Mumbai Feb 9 Actress Shilpa Shetty continues to shell fitness goals even at 50 all thanks to her strict fitness regime and clean diet One of the secrets of Shilpas pictureperfect physique is yoga which is an integral part of the fitness routine of the Dhadkan actressThrough her latest Instagram post Shilpa gave a glimpse of herself performing the variations of Vyaghrasana to her InstaFamListing the benefits of the asana Shilpa penned the caption Benefits of this variation of Vyaghrasana Improves balance and enhances coordination between the mind and body Strengthens the lower back glutes hamstrings and core muscles Supports hip mobility sicHowever she advised fellow fitness junkies to avoid this practice in case they are experiencing back pain and or knee issuesShilpas feed is a hub of such motivational videosIn January Shilpa gave a sneak peek into her mobility exercisesShe took to her official Instagram account and dropped a video of her gym session She was seen working on her mobility with some difficult floor exercisesShe stressed that high mobility on a daily basis is a major factor in improving the quality of life as it helps reduce stiffness in the body enhances flexibility and also provides healthy jointsChallenging netizens to try the regime Shilpa captioned the post Hip hipâ no hoorayBut mobility is so important for daily movement and quality of life It helps reduce stiffness improves flexibility and keeps the joints happy So if you can get through this you are already winning Go give it a shot while I complete my challengeWorkwise Shilpa is awaiting the release of her next KD The DevilHelmed by Prem the film will see Dhruva Sarja in the titular role along with Sanjay Dutt V Ravichandran Ramesh Aravind Reeshma Nanaiah Jisshu Sengupta and Nora Fatehi as the ancillary cast IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shilpa-shetty-claims-vyaghrasana-improves-balance-strengthens-back-amp-core-661264.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 02:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/after-allegations-of-illegally-entering-wb-college-aamir-khan-shares-heartwarming-note-for-arijit-singh-661272.html Mumbai Feb 9 Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan who was last seen in âSitaare Zameen Parâ has expressed his gratitude to superstar playback singer Arijit Singh On Monday the actorâs production house took to their Instagram and shared a picture of the superstar and the singer jamming over a song The actor also penned a special note for Arijit as he wrote âThank you Arijit for lending your voice to our film Ek Din The 4 days spent with you your family and your team felt magicalâEarlier the actor paid a visit to the singer at his residence in Jiaganj West Bengal after the singer announced his retirement from playback singing recently The actor landed in Kolkata on Sunday and was initially seen trying to dodge the paparazzi at the airportFollowing the visit Aamir and Arijit became the subject of allegations that they entered the Rani Dhanya Kumari Government College campus in Jiaganj Murshidabad West Bengal late at night without official permissionThe media reported that the college principal Ajoy Adhikari posted CCTV clips on social media that purportedly showed the two celebrities arriving around 105 am with a group of about 20 people and several motorcycles spending over an hour inside playing badminton and filming before leaving past 200 am The principalâs post and the videos were subsequently deleted with him later saying he was âforced to deleteâ them and opting not to pursue a police complaintLocal reports also alleged that the temporary night guard was pressured into opening the gate As of now neither the actor nor Arijit has issued an official response and thereâs no confirmation of any legal actionPrior to this Arijit announced his retirement from playback singing in pursuit of a bigger purpose In a heartfelt note Arijit expressed gratitude for the journey so far writing âI am not going to be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist from now on I am calling it off It was a wonderful journeyâ Reportedly the singer is set to make his directorial debut with an upcoming film In 2018 Arijit directed the Bengali film âSaâ a lyrical comingofage story centered on a young boyâs relationship with music IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/after-allegations-of-illegally-entering-wb-college-aamir-khan-shares-heartwarming-note-for-arijit-singh-661272.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 02:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sidharth-malhotra-tamannaah-bhatia-to-shoot-special-folklore-dance-sequence-for-vvan-in-mumbai-661275.html Mumbai Feb 9 Actor Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia are set to shoot a special folklore dance sequence for the upcoming film âVvanâ in Mumbai The film is set to explore the cultural folklore genre further adding to its everrising anticipation While the glimpse has already left audiences hooked the buzz around the film continues to grow and as per a source close to the film the lead actors may soon be filming a visually rich folklore dance sequence in the city Given that the film delves deep into the folklore genre it would be intriguing to see the lead pair come together for a dedicated sequence that beautifully complements the filmâs thematic essenceâVvanâ is written by Arunabh Kumar directed by Deepak Mishra and Arunabh Kumar with DOP and Visual Director Manu Anand and produced by Shobha Kapoor Ektaa R Kapoor Arunabh Kumar and Niraj Kothari âVvanâ is set to release in theatres this yearLast month Sidharth Malhotra turned a year older and his âVvanâ costar Tamannaah Bhatia penned a lovely birthday wish for him on social media On his special day Tamannaah wished Sid health happiness and joy in the coming yearUploading a picture of Sidharth on the Stories section of her Instagram handle Tamannaah wrote Wishing health happiness and so much joy in the year ahead Happy happy birthday sidmalhotra sicâVvanâ was initially slated to release around the festival of Chhatt in 2025 However later the drama was pushed due to reasons best known to the makers Announcing the new release date for the highly anticipated drama Sidharth earlier shared on social media The Forest has whispered the Force will be unleashed on 15 May 2026 Get ready for the bigscreen adventureâStarring Maniesh Paul and Shweta Tiwari in crucial roles the folkfantasy thriller has been jointly produced by Balaji Telefilms and TVF Motion Pictures IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sidharth-malhotra-tamannaah-bhatia-to-shoot-special-folklore-dance-sequence-for-vvan-in-mumbai-661275.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rishab-shetty-says-life-feels-better-when-you-hold-my-hand-on-9-years-of-marital-bliss-661280.html Mumbai Feb 9 Kannada heartthrob Rishab Shetty has successfully completed 9 years of marital bliss with his better half Pragathi Shetty Marking the special milestone in their romantic journey filled with enduring love laughter pain smiles and a compilation of some loving moments Rishab penned a sweet post on social mediaThe Kirik Party maker shared that this love from his wife is the reason for the light and peace in his lifeHe added that it has also helped shape him into the person he is todayHis heartfelt anniversary wish for Pragathi read It has been nine years since we tied the knot and nurtured our love into a beautiful marriage Looking back every moment spent together is a treasure of sweet memories There is laughter pain smiles lovely momentsâ a harmony that balances everythingâ and above all an enduring love That love has brought light peace and selfconfidence shaping me into who I am today sicTo you my companion supporter goddess of fortune who has made life as vast as the oceanâHappy wedding anniversary he addedRishab reportedly first met Pragathi during a film event and soon the two grew fond of each otherAlthough Pragathis family was initially not in favour of her marriage to Rishab due to his uncertain career the couple ended up tying the knot in 2017 The couple has been blessed with two children a son named Ranvit and a daughter named Radhya It might also be noted that Pragathi who previously worked as a software engineer now contributes as a costume designer for husband Rishabs films Rishab loves to share glimpses from his personal and professional life on social mediaIn December last year the Kantara actor uploaded some lovely throwback glimpses of his family getaway to GoaThese stills have Rishab and Pragathi enjoying some quality time with their two little munchkinsThrowback to the Goa trip the caption on the post read IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rishab-shetty-says-life-feels-better-when-you-hold-my-hand-on-9-years-of-marital-bliss-661280.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:08:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/anil-kapoor-on-45-years-of-mashaal-the-fire-still-burns-just-as-strong-661285.html Mumbai Feb 9 Veteran actor Anil Kapoor marked his 1984 actioner Marshaal completing 42 years of release with a special social media post Commemorating the milestone Anil shared a photo collage of some scenes from the movie on the Stories section of his Instagram account claiming that the fire continues to burn strongly even after more than 4 decades42 years of Mashaal and the fire still burns just as strong fire emoji A film that will always live in my heart yrf he added the text to the postIf the reports are to be believed the role essayed by Anil in the movie was initially offered to Amitabh Bachchan and then to Kamal Haasan However after both of them turned down the offer the part finally went to AnilDirected and produced by Yash Chopra Marshaal saw Dilip Kumar Waheeda Rehman and Rati Agnihotri in key roles along with othersThe project marked Anils primary onscreen collaboration with Dilip KumarMarshaal talks about Vinod Kumar Played by Dilip Kumar a respected lawabiding citizen who turns to crime to seek revenge The project was adapted from the Marathi play Ashroonchi Zhali Phule written by Marathi writer Vasant KanetkarThe movie was later remade in Malayalam with the title Ithile Iniyum Varu with Mammootty in the leadShifting our focus to Anils present work commitments he will next be seen leading Suresh Trivenis SubedaarHe will be seen as the former soldier Arjun Singh who is trying to navigate through the complexities of civilian life while also attempting to heal his relationship with his daughter Shyama Played by Radhikka MadanFurthermore Anil has also been roped in to essay a significant role in the upcoming Netflix show Family Business in which he will share the screen with Vijay Varma Rhea Chakraborty Neha Dhupia and Dhruv SehgalAnil further has Alpha alongside Alia Bhatt in his kitty IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/anil-kapoor-on-45-years-of-mashaal-the-fire-still-burns-just-as-strong-661285.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:17:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/anil-kapoor-on-42-years-of-mashaal-the-fire-still-burns-just-as-strong-661290.html Mumbai Feb 9 Veteran actor Anil Kapoor marked his 1984 actioner Marshaal completing 42 years of release with a special social media post Commemorating the milestone Anil shared a photo collage of some scenes from the movie on the Stories section of his Instagram account claiming that the fire continues to burn strongly even after more than 4 decades42 years of Mashaal and the fire still burns just as strong fire emoji A film that will always live in my heart yrf he added the text to the postIf the reports are to be believed the role essayed by Anil in the movie was initially offered to Amitabh Bachchan and then to Kamal Haasan However after both of them turned down the offer the part finally went to AnilDirected and produced by Yash Chopra Marshaal saw Dilip Kumar Waheeda Rehman and Rati Agnihotri in key roles along with othersThe project marked Anils primary onscreen collaboration with Dilip KumarMarshaal talks about Vinod Kumar Played by Dilip Kumar a respected lawabiding citizen who turns to crime to seek revengeThe project was adapted from the Marathi play Ashroonchi Zhali Phule written by Marathi writer Vasant KanetkarThe movie was later remade in Malayalam with the title Ithile Iniyum Varu with Mammootty in the leadShifting our focus to Anils present work commitments he will next be seen leading Suresh Trivenis SubedaarHe will be seen as the former soldier Arjun Singh who is trying to navigate through the complexities of civilian life while also attempting to heal his relationship with his daughter Shyama Played by Radhikka MadanFurthermore Anil has also been roped in to essay a significant role in the upcoming Netflix show Family Business in which he will share the screen with Vijay Varma Rhea Chakraborty Neha Dhupia and Dhruv SehgalAnil further has Alpha alongside Alia Bhatt in his kitty IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/anil-kapoor-on-42-years-of-mashaal-the-fire-still-burns-just-as-strong-661290.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:22:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ektaa-kapoor-recalls-the-time-she-cried-during-the-narration-of-laila-majnu-661293.html Mumbai Feb 9 Producer Ektaa Kapoor recalled the time she cried during the narration of the 2018 romantic tragedy Laila Majnu Ektaa revealed that when director Sajid Ali was narrating the script to her she ended up getting so emotional that he was forced to hold the narration as she was crying so muchShe further disclosed that she has gotten tearyeyed during a narration only 3 times The other two times were when she heard the first episode of the popular show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi and when Vidya Balans character dies in The Dirty PictureEktaa penned on her official Instagram handle So there are only three times in a narration I have cried once in the first episode of Kyunki when mihir remembers baas bday second in the dirty pictures narration when silk dies and third this scene I had to stop the narration because I cried so much Sajid Ali Ali was shocked I needed five minutes to continue sicDescribing the hardhitting scene from Laila Majnu in her own words she penned The scene is still as amazing as it was then when I heard it first You imagine the moment you see your loved one so much that when you see the person you faint and Laila told millions of timesthat qais is having a blast in London but when she sees a thin scrawny version of the man she loved she doesnât need anyoneâs lies She realises his soul missed her like hers didStarring Avinash Tiwary and then newcomer Triptii Dimri the film is a modernday retelling of the legendary Arabic tragedy Layla and Majnun The drama talks about two lovers Laila Played by Triptii Dimri and Qais Bhatt Played by Avinash Tiwary who are unable to unite due to the opposition from their families IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ektaa-kapoor-recalls-the-time-she-cried-during-the-narration-of-laila-majnu-661293.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rohit-shetty-clarifies-golmaal-5-is-not-influenced-by-do-aur-do-paanch-in-any-form-661296.html Mumbai Feb 9 Superstar director Rohit Shetty has issued a clarification with regards to his upcoming film âGolmaal 5â The director has said through his team that the film is not based on or inspired by the Amitabh Bachchanstarrer âDo Aur Do Paanchâ On Monday his team took to Instagram and shared a note in which they called out media houses for publishing factually incorrect news pertaining to the filmThey wrote âWe wish to issue a strict clarification regarding certain news reports currently circulating across online and digital media platforms claiming that Golmaal 5 is inspired by or based on the film Do Aur Do Paanch We categorically state that these reports are factually incorrect misleading and completely untrue We strongly request all media houses publications portals and digital platforms to refrain from publishing or circulating unverified informationââAny news update or clarification pertaining to Rohit Shetty or Golmaal 5 must be verified with us or the official PR representatives prior to publication or Strict Legal action will be taken We expect your cooperation in maintaining journalistic accuracy and responsibility We also request that incorrect reports currently in circulation be corrected or taken down at the earliestâ they addedâGolmaalâ is the 2nd film franchise in India with 5 parts the first being âHousefullâ âGolmaalâ film franchise completes 20 years in 2026âDo Aur Do Paanchâ also stars Shashi Kapoor Hema Malini Parveen Babi and Kader Khan in pivotal roles The story revolves around two rival petty criminals Vijay and Sunil who are hired by their respective bosses to abduct the young son of a wealthy businessman from his boarding school To carry out their mission they assume fake identities and become teachers at the school Vijay as the physical education instructor and Sunil as the music teacher As days go by both men unexpectedly bond with the boy and fall in love with their female colleagues leading them to abandon their original planEventually when the real villain tries to kidnap the child Vijay and Sunil join forces to rescue him and bring the criminals to justice IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rohit-shetty-clarifies-golmaal-5-is-not-influenced-by-do-aur-do-paanch-in-any-form-661296.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/jlo-cheers-for-bad-bunny-for-his-super-bowl-performance-661316.html Los Angeles Feb 9 Singeractress Jennifer Lopez is cheering for rapper Bad Bunny On Monday the singeractress took to her Instagram and shared a series of pictures with him JLo also penned a long note in the caption as she lauded him She wrote âlove positivity and the biggest hug in the world Were all with you tonightâShe spoke about the Super Bowl performance of Bad Bunny During his performance Bad Bunny called for unity in America following the recent political turmoil in the countryShe added I know you will break it Im here with you the same way you were with me So proud to be boricua Hit it hard Benito As only you can do it LatinoGangGangâEarlier Jennifer Lopez explained why skin care is so important to her own selfconfidenceAsked what she cant step outside without the charttopping star told âPeopleâ magazine Fragrance I could say a lip stain or mascara But I think for me when I feel completely done has to do with fragrance applying a signature scent I feel very confident once Ive got my skin care going and my fit check is right and my makeup is on point and my glow is glowing but I need to put that little last finishing touchââJLo became a beauty entrepreneur five years ago and the experience has actually taught her a lot about herselfThe singer shared I can honestly say that I think of myself five years ago and Im a totally different person now And a lot of that has been the journey not just the beauty journey but the inside And I have grown so much and so much has happened in my life in the last five years I really feel like Im a different more selfrealised selfaware person and that contributes to the beautyâThe singer is keen to embrace the wellness element of her brand IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/jlo-cheers-for-bad-bunny-for-his-super-bowl-performance-661316.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 04:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/nani-begins-shooting-for-his-intro-song-aaya-sher-in-the-paradise-661333.html Hyderabad Feb 9 The unit of director Srikanth Odelas eagerly awaited action entertainer The Paradise featuring Telugu star Nani in the lead has now begun shooting Aaya Sher actor Nanis introduction song in the film on a massive set erected here in the city Sources in the film unit say that Nani is turning up the heat on the sets of his ambitious film The Paradise Shooting they point out is progressing at a brisk pace The team has started filming Nanis explosive introduction song titled Aaya Sher on a colossal set swarming with hundreds of dancers Music director Anirudh Ravichander is believed to have delivered an electrifying mass number packed with grit and highadrenaline vibes perfectly tuned to suit Nanis raw uninhibited dance styleChoreographer Sudhan who recently worked on Vijays Jana Nayagan is believed to have incorporated sharp dynamic moves to elevate the song into a goosebumpinducing spectacle It may be recalled that only recently the makers of the film had disclosed that actor Sampoornesh Babu plays a character called Biryani in the filmThe film has triggered huge expectations among fans and film buffs for a number of reasons Many of the fans believe The Paradise will turn out to be yet another cinematic spectacle from Srikanth Odela showcasing his distinctive visionFor the unaware Srikanth Odela previously served as an assistant director to ace director Sukumar in Nannaku Prematho and Rangasthalam He made his directorial debut with Dasara which featured Nani in the lead The film garnered critical acclaim and became a box office success crossing the â¹100 crore mark Now Odela and Nani have teamed up again for The ParadiseWell known Bollywood actor Raghav Juyal too is a part of The Paradise It may be recalled that the makers of the film had welcomed actor Raghav Juyal on board the films unit last year Also actor Raghav Juyal who is basking in the success of of Bads of Bollywood has already announced that he will be changing his look for the filmBacked by SLV Cinemas The Paradise is to set for a grand release on March 26 2026 It is to release in eight languages namely Hindi Telugu Tamil English Spanish Bengali Kannada and Malayalam IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/nani-begins-shooting-for-his-intro-song-aaya-sher-in-the-paradise-661333.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 05:53:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ethan-hawke-sheds-light-on-role-he-wishes-he-could-go-back-in-time-and-take-from-former-rival-661334.html Los Angeles Feb 9 Hollywood actor Ethan Hawke has said that as a young actor he was often facing off against a nowfriend for roles Billy Crudup The actor recently attended the episode of âThe Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallonâ The 55yearold actor shared that Crudup happens to be a friend of mine but not at firstâ reports âPeopleâ magazineHe said Because we used to go up we used to audition for everything together And you know when youre a kid you think youre against everybody right You dont understand that theres room for everybody to find themselves to do their thingâHe further mentioned âSo I would see him at every audition Id often have to be outside the room and listen to him do the scene before me And he was so good It was so irritating In fact I was offered a play once I think he knows this and I had to say no to it because I was doing a movieââIt was a Tom Stoppard play And they gave him the part and then his career blew up And sometimes I just want to go back in time take the part to stop his careerâ he addedAs per âPeopleâ Billy Crudup starred in the 1995 Broadway debut of Stoppards play Arcadia as Septimus Hodge later returning to the plays 2011 revival as a different character Bernard Nightingale Billy Crudup and Hawke starred alongside one another in the 2006 Stoppard trilogy of playsThe Coast of Utopia Both actors were nominated for a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play for their roles and Crudup ultimately won the awardEhtan Hawke recently earned his first Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his role as lyricist Lorenz Hart in the 2025 Richard Linklater film Blue Moon Hawke was previously nominated for Oscars in other categories including Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Supporting Actor IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ethan-hawke-sheds-light-on-role-he-wishes-he-could-go-back-in-time-and-take-from-former-rival-661334.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 06:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/zeenat-aman-reflects-on-how-bygone-era-declared-her-a-fallen-women-661339.html Mumbai Feb 9 Veteran actress Zeenat Aman who is often dubbed the queen of Instagram has shared a thoughtful and sarcastic remark On Monday the actress took to her Instagram and shared a throwback image of a magazine cover which said that her career has fallen She also penned a long note in the caption as she wrote âIâm filing this magazine headline under âthings that didnât age like fine wineâ though at least they chose a charming photograph of meâShe also took a shot at the publication behind the cover saying the one who claimed her end didnât exist long enough to see her rise in the era of OTTâI donât think this publication is around anymore but guess which âfallenâ woman still is Anyway take this as your Monday reminder that resilience is a virtue and to quote one of the youngsters on set recently âhaters gonna hateââ she addedEarlier the actress decided to turn back the clock and reflect on the change that came in the projection of Hindi cinema heroines within a short span between her two movies âDostanaâ and âTeesri Ankhâ Zeenat Aman was watching some scenes from her old movies which brought something very interesting to her noticeShe pointed out A few weeks ago you watched me be eveteased and slut shamed by Amitjiâs character in a clip from Dostana this week you can watch me be the aggressor to Dharmjiâs character in Teesri Ankh sicIn her Instagram post the actress revealed how things changed so much within a short span of only two yearsThe veteran actress further pointed out that the reason why one scene seems delightful but the other one is infuriating is due to the traditional role reversalShe shared The truth is I canât endorse Barkhaâs approach just as I couldnât endorse Inspector Vijayâs Banter and mischief are excellent tools of courtship but I think our industry sometimes took these to the extremeâZeenat Aman shared that several of our films glorify obsession and limerence instead of portraying real and healthy love something she also finds herself guilty of Now I recognise that I have played a part in propagating the ludicrous idea of romance that Bollywood has exported to Indians everywhereâ she added IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/zeenat-aman-reflects-on-how-bygone-era-declared-her-a-fallen-women-661339.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 06:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sc-to-hear-plea-by-wasifuddin-dagar-against-ar-rahman-over-ponniyin-selvan-ii-song-tomorrow-661348.html New Delhi Feb 9 The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Tuesday a plea filed by renowned classical vocalist Ustad Faiyaz Wasifuddin Dagar against music composer AR Rahman alleging that the song Veera Raja Veera featured in the Tamil film Ponniyin Selvan II is inspired by his familyâs traditional composition Shiva Stuti As per the cause list published on the website of the apex court the matter is listed before a bench headed by Chief Justice of India CJI Surya Kant and comprising Justices Joymalya Bagchi and NV Anjaria for hearing on February 10Earlier the Delhi High Court in a judgment passed on September 24 2025 had set aside an interim order directing Rahman and the filmâs producers to deposit Rs 2 crore and to modify song credits in favour of the Junior Dagar BrothersA division bench of Justices C Hari Shankar and Om Prakash Shukla had held that there was no prima facie material to establish that the late Ustad N Faiyazuddin Dagar and Ustad N Zahiruddin Dagar â popularly known as the Junior Dagar Brothers â were the authors or composers of Shiva StutiThe Delhi High Court drew a clear distinction between a performerâs rights and authorship observing that mere performance or fixation of a musical piece does not by itself confer copyright in the underlying compositionSetting aside the singlejudge Benchâs order the Justice Hari Shankarled Bench had ruled that the materials relied upon by Wasifuddin Dagar including recordings of performances and album inlay cards at best demonstrated performance rights under the Copyright Act and could not be treated as proof of authorshipIt further observed that the Shiva Stuti forms part of the broader Dagarvani or Dhrupad tradition of Hindustani classical music which has historically evolved through oral transmission across generations and allowing exclusive copyright claims over such compositions could have serious implications for the gurushishya paramparaAggrieved by the setting aside of interim relief Wasifuddin Dagar has now approached the Supreme Court seeking restoration of recognition and protection of the moral and copyright interests of the Junior Dagar Brothers IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sc-to-hear-plea-by-wasifuddin-dagar-against-ar-rahman-over-ponniyin-selvan-ii-song-tomorrow-661348.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:01:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/karnataka-govt-owned-ksdl-ropes-in-actress-tamannaah-bhatia-as-brand-ambassador-targets-rs-5-000-crore-turnover-by-2030-661357.html Bengaluru Feb 9 Karnataka Minister for Large and Medium Industries MB Patil said on Monday that as part of efforts to strengthen the market presence of products manufactured by the stateowned Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Limited KSDL the twoyear tenure of renowned film actress Tamannaah Bhatia as the companys brand ambassador will commence from Tuesday On the same occasion the iconic heritage product Mysuru Sandal Soap will be relaunched with a refreshed and contemporary look the Minister addedSpeaking on Monday in Bengaluru the Minister said that KSDL has set a target of scaling up its annual turnover to Rs 5000 crore by 2030 In line with this objective a comprehensive promotional campaign is being undertaken to reach the youthActress Tamannaah Bhatia who enjoys considerable star appeal and has more than three million followers on social media has been engaged as part of this strategy The initiative is expected to help create a strong market for the companys products including Mysuru Sandal Soap in North India as well Minister Patil saidKSDL has a rich legacy spanning over a century The enterprise was established with the vision of the Maharaja of Mysuru Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar the then Diwan Sir M Visvesvaraya and industrial chemist SG Shastri popularly known as Soap Shastri The organisation which is witnessing healthy turnover and profits recorded alltime high production last month across its three divisions soaps detergents and cosmetics Minister Patil saidAt present the organisation manufactures a total of 57 premium products ranging from Mysuru Sandal Soap to packaged drinking water As brand ambassador Tamannaah Bhatia will feature in advertisements promotional campaigns and related programmes for KSDL products It has also been ensured that during the twoyear tenure beginning from February 10 2026 she will not endorse similar products of other private companies the Minister addedThere is strong demand for the organisations products such as shower gels talcum powder hand wash agarbatis sambrani dhoop Millennium Soap and bathing soaps Promotional videos and other campaign material will be released to coincide with the commencement of the brand ambassadors tenure In addition production units will soon be commissioned in the Vijayapura and Dabaspete industrial areas with the necessary procedures currently underway Plans are also in place to double the export turnover which presently stands at around Rs 25â30 crore Minister Patil saidSpeaking on the occasion KSDL Chairman CS Appaji Nadagouda said that production activities are being carried out using existing machinery without purchasing any new equipment To facilitate this a strict threeshift work system has been implemented Markets in Europe and West Asia are also being explored and efforts are underway to ensure that KSDL products reach nonresident Kannadigas as well he addedKSDL Managing Director Prashanth said that the menace of counterfeit Mysuru Sandal Soap has been effectively curbed While KSDL products are currently more popular in South India greater emphasis is now being placed on market expansion in regions such as Delhi and Central India The organisations turnover is expected to touch Rs 2000 crore in 2025â26The controversy surrounding Tamannaah Bhatia and Mysore Sandal Soap erupted in May 2025 after the Karnataka government appointed the actress as brand ambassador for a Rs 62 crore twoyear deal sparking backlash from Kannada activists and social media users who felt local talent was overlooked IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/karnataka-govt-owned-ksdl-ropes-in-actress-tamannaah-bhatia-as-brand-ambassador-targets-rs-5-000-crore-turnover-by-2030-661357.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:22:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/karnataka-ksdl-ropes-in-tamannaah-bhatia-as-brand-ambassador-targets-rs-5-000-crore-turnover-by-2030-661359.html Bengaluru Feb 9 Karnataka Minister for Large and Medium Industries MB Patil said on Monday that as part of efforts to strengthen the market presence of products manufactured by the stateowned Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Limited KSDL the twoyear tenure of renowned film actress Tamannaah Bhatia as the companys brand ambassador will commence from Tuesday On the same occasion the iconic heritage product Mysuru Sandal Soap will be relaunched with a refreshed and contemporary look the Minister addedSpeaking on Monday in Bengaluru the Minister said that KSDL has set a target of scaling up its annual turnover to Rs 5000 crore by 2030In line with this objective a comprehensive promotional campaign is being undertaken to reach the youthActress Tamannaah Bhatia who enjoys considerable star appeal and has more than three million followers on social media has been engaged as part of this strategyThe initiative is expected to help create a strong market for the companys products including Mysuru Sandal Soap in North India as well Minister Patil saidKSDL has a rich legacy spanning over a centuryThe enterprise was established with the vision of the Maharaja of Mysuru Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar the then Diwan Sir M Visvesvaraya and industrial chemist SG Shastri popularly known as Soap ShastriThe organisation which is witnessing healthy turnover and profits recorded alltime high production last month across its three divisions soaps detergents and cosmetics Minister Patil saidAt present the organisation manufactures a total of 57 premium products ranging from Mysuru Sandal Soap to packaged drinking water As brand ambassador Tamannaah Bhatia will feature in advertisements promotional campaigns and related programmes for KSDL products It has also been ensured that during the twoyear tenure beginning from February 10 2026 she will not endorse similar products of other private companies the Minister addedThere is strong demand for the organisations products such as shower gels talcum powder hand wash agarbatis sambrani dhoop Millennium Soap and bathing soaps Promotional videos and other campaign material will be released to coincide with the commencement of the brand ambassadors tenure In addition production units will soon be commissioned in the Vijayapura and Dabaspete industrial areas with the necessary procedures currently underway Plans are also in place to double the export turnover which presently stands at around Rs 25â30 crore Minister Patil saidSpeaking on the occasion KSDL Chairman CS Appaji Nadagouda said that production activities are being carried out using existing machinery without purchasing any new equipmentTo facilitate this a strict threeshift work system has been implemented Markets in Europe and West Asia are also being explored and efforts are underway to ensure that KSDL products reach nonresident Kannadigas as well he addedKSDL Managing Director Prashanth said that the menace of counterfeit Mysuru Sandal Soap has been effectively curbedWhile KSDL products are currently more popular in South India greater emphasis is now being placed on market expansion in regions such as Delhi and Central IndiaThe organisations turnover is expected to touch Rs 2000 crore in 2025â26The controversy surrounding Tamannaah Bhatia and Mysore Sandal Soap erupted in May 2025 after the Karnataka government appointed the actress as brand ambassador for a Rs 62 crore twoyear deal sparking backlash from Kannada activists and social media users who felt local talent was overlooked IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/karnataka-ksdl-ropes-in-tamannaah-bhatia-as-brand-ambassador-targets-rs-5-000-crore-turnover-by-2030-661359.html Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/adrien-brody-has-managed-to-hit-the-sweet-spot-as-sports-fan-661217.html Los Angeles Feb 9 Hollywood actor Adrien Brody is quite balanced when it comes to sports fandom The actor has said that his sports fandom isnt extreme but it also isnt laidback The actor seems to have hit the sweet spot in terms of fandom reports âPeopleâ magazineHe told âPeopleâ Im like right in the middle I grew up in Queens where every kid was home watching football if there was a game and would then come out and play afterwardâStill Brody said that Its very hard for me to have routines I always seem to have a lot going on either creatively or other responsibilities so Ill wait until the big heavy games to get a little bit more keyed inâHe shared But I do love sports and I love the energy of attending gamesâAs per âPeopleâ during the 2026 Super Bowl he will star in his secondever ingame commercial and his first in 15 years playing a TurboTax agent The ad pokes fun at Brody known for his dramatic and serious acting roles and how he doesnt need to bring the same energy to the TurboTax spot because the company makes tax season a breezeHe further mentioned âI love the Super Bowl and I love the playoffs The rare times that Ive actually been able to go to the Super Bowl its such a great American moment To be a part of it in this sense of having a Super Bowl spot is a really exciting thing for me and I get to in a way be a part of something that is very meaningful to us all I love thatâSuper Bowl LX will take place between the New England Patriots There will be various musical performances from Green Day Charlie Puth Coco Jones and Brandi Carlile IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/adrien-brody-has-managed-to-hit-the-sweet-spot-as-sports-fan-661217.html Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/olivia-colman-says-she-has-always-sort-of-felt-non-binary-661219.html Los Angeles Feb 9 Hollywood actress Olivia Colman is mulling over her gender The actress feels as though she is nonbinary The 52yearold actress explained that she has never been comfortable with traditional gender roles and describes herself as a gay man to her husband of 25 years Ed Sinclair reports âFemale First UKâOlivia who stars in the new queer film âJimpaâ told Them Throughout my whole life Ive had arguments with people where Ive always sort of felt nonbinary Ive never felt massively feminine in my being female Ive always described myself to my husband as a gay man And he goes Yeah I get that And I do feel so at home and at easeâThe Oscarwinning actress shared I dont really spend a whole lot of time with people who are very staunchly heterosexual The men I know and love are very in touch with all sides of themselves I think with my husband and I we take turns to be the strong one or the one who needs a little bit of gentleness I believe everyone has all of it in themâShe added âIve always felt like that Im not alone in saying I dont feel like its binary And I loved that I came away from making this film with yeah I knew I wasnt aloneâAs per âFemale First UKâ Olivia previously recalled how she fell in love with Ed who was an actor before becoming a screenwriter and producer as soon as she saw him for the first time when rehearsing for a stage productionThe actress said Id gone to two of the rehearsals and there was no one particularly fanciable there Then I walked in and saw his lefthand profile At the time he was smoking a ciggie his feet were crossed and hes got this lovely bump in his nose and I saw his side profile and just went Oh my God Im going to marry himâ I had proper thunderbolts thats him thats him Poor thing he didnt knowâOlivia previously suggested that her marriage to Ed has lasted for so long because the pair are not big fighters IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/olivia-colman-says-she-has-always-sort-of-felt-non-binary-661219.html Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:17:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/manisha-koirala-pays-a-heartfelt-tribute-to-late-nepali-amp-bollywood-actor-sunil-thapa-661222.html Mumbai Feb 9 Veteran actress Manisha Koirala paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Nepali and Bollywood actor Sunil Thapa who passed away on Saturday at the age of 68 In her latest social media post Manisha pointed out that the depth truthfulness and human empathy of his character were clearly visible in his actingHer emotional post read Heartfelt tribute to Sunil Thapa We have lost a strong fearless and dedicated artist of Nepali cinema and theater Depth truthfulness and human empathy were always reflected in his acting Whether on screen or in the theatre his presence weighed the story soul to the character sicOffering her condolences to those who had been close to Sunil Thapa she added His contribution to the Nepali art field is priceless and his works will live in memory forever Deepest condolences to the family colleagues and well wishers May peace be upon youIt must be noted that Manisha herself has her roots in Nepal She is the granddaughter of the former Prime Minister of Nepal Bishweshwar Prasad Koirala Previously actress Priyanka Chopra also remembered how her late Mary Kom costar Sunil Thapa helped her through one of the toughest phases of her life after the passing away of her father Ashok ChopraYou will always be my Coach Sir You kept me together when I had just lost my dad You loved me and helped me through many tough days without even realizing Your warm hugs and your laugh will always be part of my memories Gone too young but never forgotten Thank you for your kindness at a time that I was broken PeeCee pennedShe added Rest in peace Sunil ThapaMy condolences and prayers are with the family and loved onesThe officials told the local media that Sunil Thapa was brought to the hospital in an unconscious state on Saturday He was later declared dead due to suspected cardiac arrest IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/manisha-koirala-pays-a-heartfelt-tribute-to-late-nepali-amp-bollywood-actor-sunil-thapa-661222.html Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/fahadh-faasil-reveals-he-plays-the-villain-in-mammootty-mohanlal-starrer-patriot-661223.html Chennai Feb 9 Actor Fahadh Faasil has now disclosed that he plays the villain in director Mahesh Narayanans eagerlyawaited thriller Patriot featuring both superstars of Malayalam cinema Mammootty and Mohanlal For the unaware the film is scheduled to hit screens worldwide on April 23 this yearFahadh who participated in an event recently made this disclosure on stage I play the villain in Patriot he said and went on to also confirm that there would be a second part to his blockbuster film Aavesham Yes Aavesham 2 is there That is a question that people ask me everywhere I go Hopefully in 2027 or 2028 he saidMeanwhile the makers of Patriot have confirmed that Mohanlal has completed dubbing for his portions in the film On the films official Instagram handle the makers posted a video clip of Mohanlal flashing the thumbs up sign after dubbing and wrote Some voices do not just speak they define moments Mohanlal has completed dubbing for Patriot In Cinemas Worldwide from April 23 Mohanlal AntoJoseph AntoJosephFilmCompany Patriot MaheshNarayananOn January 4 this year the makers of the film had announced that the unit had wrapped up the films shooting They wroteThatâs a wrap Blood sweat belief PATRIOT marches on See you on the Big screenThey also shared a BTS video of all the stars on the sets on the occasionThe film which has triggered huge expectations ever since it was announced also features acclaimed actors Fahadh Faasil Kunchacko Boban Nayanthara and Revathy in addition to the two Malayalam superstarsA teaser which the makers released last year went on to amplify the expectations of fans and film buffsThe teaser begins with a voiceover which says I remember there was a time when this nation was controlled by the two of them Together Over these years what they earned wasnt just followers Faith TrustWe then see a series of intriguing but intense scenes and hear Mammoottys voice say They are going to bring social score to people We next hear Mohanlal who appears to play an army general in the film say There are three of us Do you think you can stop usThe teaser then gives us an idea that there is a program called Periscope and that Kunchacko Boban plays a character called DanielNayanthara is heard askingThis program which is part of the student laptop scheme Is that similar to Periscope We also hear another voice askingIs this program watching them secretly The teaser ends with Mammootty asking someone to complete the sentence Great Indian traitor or PatriotOverall the teaser gives the impression that the film will revolve around a group of socially responsible individuals trying to thwart an illegal attempt by the government to monitor its citizens IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/fahadh-faasil-reveals-he-plays-the-villain-in-mammootty-mohanlal-starrer-patriot-661223.html Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/salman-khan-says-he-loved-close-friend-iulia-vanturs-song-tere-sang-661224.html Mumbai Feb 9 Bollywood hunk Salman Khan showered praises on his close friend Iulia Vanturs latest track Tere Sang from Echoes Of Us Salman revealed that he really enjoyed the soulful composition of the song by acclaimed singer Arijit SinghWishing the entire team of the short film Echoes Of Us starring Iulia Deepak Tijori and Spanish actress Alessandra Whelan Merediz Salman reshared the track on the Stories section of Instagram and wrote Loved the song Tere Sang a truly soulful composition Big congratulations to Joe Rajann on his film Echoes of Us wishing you and the entire team all the success ahead sicBacked by Pooja Batra in association with Alliance Media Pty Ltd Echoes of Us has already garnered a lot of attention at the 14th Bangalore Shorts Film Festival 2025 Global Indie Filmmaker Awards 2025 Independent Shorts Awards 2025 and Love amp Hope International Film Festival 2025Earlier Iulia called working with Arijit Singh an incredible experienceRevealing that singing alongside Arijit Singh for the first time turned out to be extremely special and fulfilling she shared âI feel truly grateful that Arijit liked the song I initially sang for our film Echoes Of Us and agreed to bless it with his beautiful voiceââBeing part of his magical musical world has been an incredible experience Tere Sang has been sung with a lot of love for a story that I hope will touch many heartsâ added IuliaTalking about Salmans professional commitments he is presently busy with his forthcoming war drama Battle of GalwanHelmed by Apoorva Lakhia the film is a cinematic interpretation of the Galwan standoff between India and its expansionist neighbour China back in 2020Produced by Salma Khan under the banner of Salman Khan Films Battle of Galwan features Chitrangda Singh as the leading lady IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/salman-khan-says-he-loved-close-friend-iulia-vanturs-song-tere-sang-661224.html Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:22:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/adarsh-gourav-being-around-underground-rap-community-helped-me-understand-where-the-fire-comes-from-661234.html Mumbai Feb 9 BAFTAnominated actor Adarsh Gourav has taken an immersive approach for his upcoming film Tu Yaa Main in which he essays the role of Maruti a local rapper from Nalasopara Adarsh spent time across Govandi Nalasopara Kurla Dharavi and Andheri observing and jamming with artists who have built the cityâs independent rap movement from the ground upSpeaking about the process Adarsh said âVery early on I realised that Maruti couldnât be built in isolation His voice his body language even his silences come from a place thatâs deeply tied to where he grew upâAdarsh said that he felt it was important to step into that world before attempting to portray it on screenHe shared âI spent time with artists across different parts of the city Govandi Nalasopara Kurla Dharavi Andheri and what stayed with me was how personal their music is We spoke about ambition about being unheard about using music as a way to claim spaceââThose conversations shaped how I approached the character far more than any written note couldâReflecting on what the experience gave him as an actor Adarsh says âBeing around the underground rap community helped me understand where the fire comes from Their music isnât performative itâs livedââI wanted Maruti to carry that truth to feel like someone who belongs to that world rather than someone pretending to That honesty is what Iâve tried to hold on to while playing himâDirected by Bejoy Nambiar Tu Yaa Main is produced by Aanand L Rai and Himanshu Sharma under the banner of Colour Yellow along with Vinod Bhanushali and Kamlesh Bhanushali of Bhanushali Studios Limited Rooted in todayâs creatordriven culture the film offers a fresh youthful take on love and survival and is set for release on 13 February 2026Talking about Adarsh Gourav he is known for his work across film television and digital platforms He trained in Hindustani classical music before transitioning fully into acting He began his career as a child artiste appearing in films such as âMy Name Is Khanâ where he played a younger version of Shah Rukh Khanâs characterHe gained wider recognition for his role in the Prime Video series âMade in Heavenâ portraying Balram Menon a layered contemporary character showcasing his ability to handle such roles His international breakthrough came with âThe White Tigerâ in which he played the lead role of Balram HalwaiThe performance earned him critical acclaim globally and a nomination for Best Actor in a Motion Picture Drama at the Golden Globe Awards making him one of the few Indian actors to receive that recognition He has also acted in international productions including âExtrapolationsâ an Apple TV series Gourav is regarded for his grounded performances and consistent choice of characterdriven roles IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/adarsh-gourav-being-around-underground-rap-community-helped-me-understand-where-the-fire-comes-from-661234.html Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/halle-berry-im-sad-i-wont-be-in-avengers-doomsday-661237.html Los Angeles Feb 9 Hollywood star Halle Berry who played the weathercontrolling superhero Storm from 2000 to 2014 in XMen movies is upset that she will not join a string of names from the XMen universe in Marvelâs upcoming scifiaction movie Avengers Doomsday However the 59yearold would jump at the chance to reprise her alter ego in future film reunionsShe told ScreenRant While Im sad I wont be in Doomsday this round there are other rounds And I would do that in a heartbeatThe Oscarwinning actress shared how proud she is to have been a part of the XMen universe reports femalefirstcoukThe star who has daughter Nahla with her 49yearold exhusband fashion model Gabriel Aubry and son MaceoRobert with her 60yearold former spouse actor Olivier Martinez saidI think the whole world of the XMen and being mutants and outcastsAnd thereve been movies that Ive been proud to have my children watch They have so much to say that I thought has been really important especially for my children as theyve grown So theyre belovedThe actress played Storm also known as Ororo Munroe in 2000s XMen 2003s X2 XMen United 2006s XMen The Last Stand and 2014s XMen Days of Future PastShe relished every moment of bringing the powerful Earth mutant to lifeBerry said Storm is a very special character to me Ive been so blessed when I gotten to play herWhile the star will not appear in Avengers Doomsday which is set to be released on December 18 some of her XMen costars will be These include Sir Patrick Stewart Professor X Sir Ian McKellen Magneto Kelsey Grammer Beast Channing Tatum Gambit James Marsden Cyclops Alan Cumming Nightcrawler and Rebecca Romijn MystiqueAvengers Doomsday will also star Chris Hemsworth Thor Tom Hiddleston Loki Paul Rudd AntMan Anthony Mackie Captain America Florence Pugh Yelena Belova Sebastian Stan James âBuckyâ Barnes Wyatt Russell US Agent David Harbour Red Guardian and Lewis Pullman SentryRobert Downey Jr will appear but not as Tony Stark He will be seen playing villain Doctor Doom The Fantastic Four as portrayed by Pedro Pascal Mr Fantastic Vanessa Kirby Invisible Woman Joseph Quinn The Human Torch and Ebon MossBachrach The Thing are set to feature in Avengers Doomsday alsoIt has also been confirmed that Chris Evans will be returning to play Steve Rogers again after last portraying Captain America in 2019âs Avengers EndgameHowever Mark Ruffaloâs The Incredible Hulk will not appear in Avengers Doomsday despite the giant green hero having appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe MCU since 2012âs The Avengers and was last seen in SheHulk Attorney at Law reports femalefirstcoukDespite his alter ego not being a part of the largest ensemble cast in the franchiseâs history Ruffalo is up for playing Hulk in future projects IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/halle-berry-im-sad-i-wont-be-in-avengers-doomsday-661237.html Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:30:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/meghan-trainor-on-son-riley-turning-5-somebody-slow-down-time-now-please-661242.html Los Angeles Feb 9 Singersongwriter Meghan Trainor marked a special milestone as her son Riley Thomas Trainor turned five sharing a heartfelt message that captured her pride and joy as a mother The âAll About That Bassâ hitmaker took to Instagram where she shared a string of images featuring Riley with Trainor her husband Daryl Sabara along with siblings Barry and newborn sister Mikey MoonCalling him her âfirst babyâ the Grammywinning artiste described Riley as smart silly and endlessly curious revealing that the little one is currently fascinated by the tallest buildings in the world and can name them along with the countries they are located inâMY BABY IS 5 somebody slow down time now please RILEY THOMAS TRAINOR you make us so beyond proud You are SO smart and SO silly Youâre always trying to make everyone laugh At 5 years old you are currently obsessed with the tallest buildings in the world You can name them all AND say what country theyâre inâ she wrote in the captionTrainor also shared that Riley enjoys My Little Pony airplanes and listening to songs by Zara Larsson while pizza remains his favourite foodâYou love My Little Pony and airplanes Youâre favorite song is anything by zaralarsson Your favorite food is pizza and your dream is to travel all over the world You are one of the top readers in your class You are the BEST big brother You care deeply about othersâTrainor concluded âYou are way too much like me it scares mebut I also love it I love you past the moon out to all the galaxies and back Forever in my heart Happy birthday to my first baby RileyâThe âNoâ hitmaker met actor Daryl Sabara in 2014 at a house party in Los Angeles and they began dating in 2016 The couple were engaged in 2017 and married one year later In 2021 she gave birth to their first child a boy Riley In 2023 she gave birth to their second son whom they named Barry She welcomed their daughter in JanuaryTrainor rose to prominence in 2014 after releasing her debut single All About That Bass which reached number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and sold 11 million copies worldwide She has released six studio albums with the label and has received various accolades including a Grammy Award four ASCAP Pop Music Awards and two Billboard Music AwardsHer popular tracks include No Title Lips Are Movin Like Im Gonna Lose You Takin It Back Timeless and Made You Look among many others IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/meghan-trainor-on-son-riley-turning-5-somebody-slow-down-time-now-please-661242.html Mon, 09 Feb 2026 17:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rakul-preet-singh-gives-a-glimpse-of-her-rehearsal-for-pati-patni-aur-woh-do-song-661244.html Mumbai Feb 9 Actress Rakul Preet Singh is presently busy with her muchtalkedabout sequel Pati Patni Aur Woh Do She used social media to drop an exciting glimpse of her rehearsal for an upcoming track from the drama which will also see Ayushmann Khurrana Sara Ali Khan and Wamiqa Gabbi in significant rolesRakuls latest Insta Story features her getting ready to practise her moves with her choreographer while a peppy number plays as the background scoreHowever Rakul did not reveal the song she was practising for which will be a part of Pati Patni Aur Woh DoHer video included the text overlay And then we rehearse for a super fun song followed by a red heart emojiDirected by Mudassar Aziz Pati Patni Aur Woh Do is expected to reach the cinema lovers on May 15Initially the project was locked for a Holi release on March 4 however the makers later decided to push the release reportedly due to the remaining postproduction workFor the unaware before this Mudassar Aziz had also directed the 2019 drama âPati Patni Aur Woh A retelling of the 1978 film of the same name the project had Kartik Aaryan Bhumi Pednekar and Ananya Panday as the primary castThe movie revolves around a married couple Chintu and Vedika Things take an unexpected turn when Chintu finds himself attracted to Tapasya a young fashion designerThe 1978 âPati Patni Aur Wohâ was helmed by B R Chopra and featured Sanjeev Kumar Vidya Sinha and Ranjeeta Kaur with cameos by Rishi Kapoor Neetu Singh Tina Munim and Parveen BabiIn October last year the makers unveiled the first look poster of Pati Patni Aur Woh Do The still showed Ayushmann Khurrana as Prajapati Pandey If the poster is any hint the movie will tell a tale full of romance chaos and inevitable marital misunderstandings IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rakul-preet-singh-gives-a-glimpse-of-her-rehearsal-for-pati-patni-aur-woh-do-song-661244.html Mon, 09 Feb 2026 17:34:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ishita-dutta-vatsal-seth-are-thankful-to-all-those-who-help-them-manage-work-with-kids-661182.html Mumbai Feb 8 Actor couple Ishita Dutta and Vatsal Sheth expressed their gratitude to all those who help them manage their work with two kids She shared that they make sure to spend time with their little munchkins in between pickup and drops and meltdowns Ishita admitted that all this would not have been possible without the help of some special peopleThe Drishyam actress also uploaded a video compilation of spending some precious moments with her kids on InstagramThanking her and Vatsals parents for always being by their side Ishita went on to write on her IG How do we manage work and kidsâ itâs true when they say you need a village and luckily we do Between pick up and drops and work and meltdowns we try to make the most and spend as much time as possible togetherâ not all days are same and this wouldnât be possible without our parents and the support of our didis at home who help my mom when I am awayâA day in our lifeâ red heart emoji sicRecently Ishita revealed another secret behind managing two toddlersShe took to social media and dropped a picture of herself with husband Vatsal enjoying their quality time together accompanied by a âstrong cup of coffeeââFor those askingâHow we are managing 2 kidsâ this is our secret That strong cup of coffee she wroteIshitas feed is flooded with such heartfelt moments from her personal and professional lifeIshita who had to stay away from her little ones for the shoot of her next Drishyam 3 was elated to return to her childrenTreating the netizens with a glimpse of her coffee time at the airport she shared âTime doesnât really fly by when you are away from your kidsâ Finally time to head back Canât wait to hug my babiesâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ishita-dutta-vatsal-seth-are-thankful-to-all-those-who-help-them-manage-work-with-kids-661182.html Sun, 08 Feb 2026 10:30:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/soha-ali-khan-navigates-through-the-dangerous-sidewalks-in-mumbai-calls-them-death-traps-661185.html Mumbai Feb 8 Actress Soha Ali Khan has once again used social media to raise concern regarding the horrible conditions of the Mumbai roads She revealed that as she was on a relaxing evening walk she came across a broken sidewalk Pointing out how dangerous this can be if someone ends up falling inside Soha called it a death trapPublishing a video of herself navigating her way through such a sidewalk on her Insta Stories she wrote Just a relaxing evening stroll navigating sidewalks that collapse into death traps sicHowever this is not the first time that Soha has highlighted the problemPrior to this she shed light on the ânever ending and risky road constructionâ in the Bandra area of MumbaiThe Chhorii 2 actress dropped a picture showing the harsh ground reality of the place on social media The still featured Sohas daughter Inaaya watching the unchecked construction of the roads while standing carefully on a muddy broken road lined with barricades debris and other construction materialMeanwhile Soha recently celebrated 20 years of her iconic movie Rang De Basanti along with Aamir Khan Siddharth Sharman Joshi Kunal Kapoor Atul Kulkarni Ronnie Screwvala Siddharth Roy Kapur and Ajit AndhareSoha took to her Instagram and shared a few glimpses from the emotional reunionA video from the post had the cast and crew of Rang De Basanti cutting a cake to mark 2 decades of the film reaching the cinema halls20 years later we showed up A few were missed but the spirit was still fire emoji rangdebasanti ðð³ twentyyearsofrangdebasanti reunion Soha wrote the captionThe Rakeysh Omprakash Mehras directorial Rang De Basanti shares the tale of a group of young friends who are inspired by our revolutionary freedom fighters and end up taking a stand against the ongoing corruption in modern India IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/soha-ali-khan-navigates-through-the-dangerous-sidewalks-in-mumbai-calls-them-death-traps-661185.html Sun, 08 Feb 2026 10:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/anupam-kher-says-honesty-is-alive-as-a-security-guard-returns-his-fallen-credit-card-661187.html Mumbai Feb 8 Veteran actor Anupam Kher was left impressed by the honesty and simplicity of a security guard who reached his home to return his credit card lost during a morning walk Kher uploaded a video with the guard praising him for his kind gestureHe revealed that when he applauded the guard for the good deed the guard casually replied that it was not a big dealNarrating the incident in his own words Kher captioned the post âHonesty is alive My credit card fell somewhere during the morning walk last week I could not find it even after searching for it a lot When I reached home sir SanjayYadav who is a guard somewhere nearby had found it He reached my house asking about the credit card And returned it to me The funny and impressive thing was that they were amazingly casual with their honesty When I praised him he said Whats the big deal â Wow Mr Yadav Felt so good All hail Honesty Simplicity sicWorkwise Kher will soon be seen sharing screen space with Boman Irani in the highly anticipated sequel Khosla Ka Ghosla 2Recently the veteran actor posted a lighthearted moment with Boman at the New Delhi airport on social mediaHe took to his Instagram and dropped a few photos of the two togetherâWe are HANDSOME No Buts or Ifs Jai Hoâ Kher captioned the postEarlier Kher reflected on his cinematic journey on the first day of shooting his 550th film Khosla Ka Ghosla 2Remembering the day when he arrived in Mumbai he penned So today as I start my 550th film KhoslaKaGhosla2 my heart is filled with GRATITUDE and THANKFULNESS When I landed in Mumbai the city of dreams on the 3rd June 1981 never had I dreamt that I will reach this LANDMARK of 550 films IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/anupam-kher-says-honesty-is-alive-as-a-security-guard-returns-his-fallen-credit-card-661187.html Sun, 08 Feb 2026 10:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kunal-kapoor-calls-rang-de-basanti-still-worth-the-theatre-seat-even-after-20-years-661190.html Mumbai Feb 8 Actor Kunal Kapoor who essayed the role of Aslam in the iconic movie Rang De Basanti called the film still worth the theatre seat even after 2 decades of release Kunal recently joined the cast and crew of Rang De Basanti for their 20th anniversary celebration along with Aamir Khan Siddharth Sharman Joshi Soha Ali Khan Atul Kulkarni Ronnie Screwvala Siddharth Roy Kapur and Ajit AndhareThey all came together to mark the milestone moment with a special screening of the movie in MumbaiKunal used social media to share some snippets from the nostalgic gettogether along with some scenes from the movie and wrote When the past and present collide again 20 years later still worth the theatre seat So grateful to have been part of something so special sicBollywood hunk Hrithik Roshan commented on the post with an Amazing Earlier actress Soha Ali Khan who was seen as Sonia in the Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra directorial also marked the special moment with a social media postTaking to her official Insta handle Soha posted a few sneak peeks from the reunionShe dropped a clip of the cast and crew of Rang De Basanti celebrating with a cakecutting ceremonySoha further published a beforeandafter snap of the primary cast of the drama20 years later we showed up A few were missed but the spirit was still fire emoji rangdebasanti ðð³ twentyyearsofrangdebasanti reunion the caption on the post readRefreshing your memory when the project was released back in 2006 it received a lot of critical acclaim It was honored with the National Award for Best Popular Film along with being nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the 2007 BAFTA AwardsMoreover Rang De Basanti was also chosen as Indias official entry for the Golden Globe Awards and the Academy Awards in the Best Foreign Language Film category IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kunal-kapoor-calls-rang-de-basanti-still-worth-the-theatre-seat-even-after-20-years-661190.html Sun, 08 Feb 2026 14:02:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kareena-kapoors-wish-for-her-jaane-jaan-co-star-jaideep-ahlawat-happy-birthday-professor-661199.html Mumbai Feb 8 Actress Kareena Kapoor penned a lovely birthday wish for her Jaane Jaan costar Jaideep Ahlawat on social media Sharing a black and white photo of the versatile actor she wrote on the Stories section of her Instagram Happy birthday ProfessorYoure the bestLots of lovejaideepahlawat sicIt might be interesting to know that Jaane Jaan was the first time Bebo shared screen space with JaideepHelmed by Sujoy Ghosh the project also featured Vijay Varma in the lead along with Saurabh Sachdeva Lin Laishram and Naisha Khanna as the supporting castBacked by Jay Shewakramani Akshai Puri Hyunwoo Thomas Kim Shobha Kapoor and Ekta Kapoor under the banner of 12th Street Entertainment and Northern Lights Films in association with Kross Pictures and Balaji Motion Pictures the film enjoys the tunes scored by SachinâJigar Jaane Jaan is a cinematic adaptation of the 2005 Japanese novel The Devotion of Suspect X by Keigo Higashino which was also made into the 2012 South Korean film Perfect Number by Bang EunjinThe cinematography of the movie has been performed by Avik Mukhopadhyay with Urvashi Saxena as the head of the editing departmentJaane Jaan revolves around a single mother Maya Played by Kareena Kapoor who gets involved in a murder case but manages to get out with the help of her reclusive neighbor Naren Played by Jaideep Ahlawat a brilliant mathematics teacherUp next Kareena will soon be seen leading Meghna Gulzars DaayraShe will be sharing the screen space with Prithviraj Sukumaran for the first time in the forthcoming investigative crime thrillerâDaayraâ is touted to be an investigative crime thriller that explores how a diabolical act can trigger equal and opposite reactions fracturing opinions across societyBebo has already wrapped up the shoot for her nextShe shared the professional update on social media with a post that read âDaayra Itâs a wrap Months of hard work creativity and collaboration have come together to bring this story to life Immense gratitude to the cast crew and everyone who made this journey possible Onward to the next chapter In Cinemas 2026 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kareena-kapoors-wish-for-her-jaane-jaan-co-star-jaideep-ahlawat-happy-birthday-professor-661199.html Sun, 08 Feb 2026 14:16:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/deepak-parashar-calls-himself-old-school-in-this-new-era-of-cinema-and-ott-661202.html Mumbai Feb 8 Veteran actor Deepak Parashar talks about being old school in this new era of cinema during an exclusive conversation with IANS He was asked What do you feel about the changing scenario of the entire industry the way senior actors are also getting very different kinds of roles in the new era of cinema and OTTReacting to this Parashar noted how the entertainment industry is lacking content in todays timeHe shared Somehow I am very oldfashioned I remember when I first came and I was the first Mr India back in 1976 and Poonam Dillon was Miss Delhi at the time the glitz and glamour which was there in the industry was very different from today But now I have seen that the film industry it is slowly lacking contentTalking about what the future of the industry might be amidst digitalisation and the emergence of AI he went on to add Digitalisation has taken place It is also speculated that AI will take over everything so I dont know what the future of the film industry is going to beWhile speaking to IANS Parashar also shared how the eighthour shift demanded by actress Deepika Padukone will have no benefit for the small actorsHighlighting why leading stars do not come forward to publicly support struggling artistes he said âThatâs why Deepika Padukone raised the point that she will not work for more than eight hours and that if an artiste is pregnant she must be given leave She did raise this issueâHowever Parashar added that such concerns do not have an impact on the top actors âMost of the top people donât have any problems neither of money nor of time nor of survival Issues of needy actors donât really matter to them because everything works according to them They are the selling factorâ he explained IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/deepak-parashar-calls-himself-old-school-in-this-new-era-of-cinema-and-ott-661202.html Sun, 08 Feb 2026 14:21:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/priyanka-chopra-decides-to-take-back-a-piece-of-hyderabad-with-her-as-she-heads-back-to-la-661203.html Mumbai Feb 8 Global star Priyanka Chopra decided to take back a piece of Hyderabad with her as she was headed back to LA after completing the latest schedule of her forthcoming drama Varanasi She took to the Stories section of her official Instagram handle and shared a picture of the famous bun maska from Hyderabad which PeeCee was carrying with her on the flightTaking a piece of Hyderabad with mesee you soonxx sic she added the textPrior to this Priyanka informed through another social media post that it was her last working day in Hyderabad for the month for the SS Rajamoulis directorialShe added that she will soon be going back to Los Angeles to promote her English action thriller The BluffPeeCee assured that she will be joining the âVaranasiâ sets shortly following the promotionsPriyanka has been roped in as the leading lady Mandakini in the muchawaited drama which will mark her return to the Indian cinema after a long time The firstlook posters from Varanasi featured her holding a pistol while wearing a yellow sareeApart from PeeCee the project will also see Mahesh Babu playing Rudhra and Prithviraj Sukumaran as KumbhaMeanwhile Mahesh Babu could not help but praise his costar after witnessing the powerpacked trailer of The BluffThe Tollywood heartthrob called PeeCees performance in her next uncompromising and formidableResharing the trailer on his Instagram Stories Mahesh Babu penned Loved the trailerâ PriyankaChopra is uncompromising and formidable yet again collision emojis Wishing the entire team of TheBluff the very best for Feb 25thâsic followed by hug emojisShifting our focus to The Bluff the project will have Priyanka in an actionpacked avatar as Ercell Bodden a fierce pirateBacked by the Russo Brothers under AGBO Studios along with Amazon MGM Studios The Bluff also features Temuera Morrison as Quartermaster Lee Captain Connorâs goldhungry consigliere along with Ismael Cruz Córdova Safia OakleyGreen Zach Morris David Field and Vedanten Naidoo in key roles The Bluff is expected to reach the audience on February 25 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/priyanka-chopra-decides-to-take-back-a-piece-of-hyderabad-with-her-as-she-heads-back-to-la-661203.html Sun, 08 Feb 2026 14:28:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ghooskhor-pandat-row-fwice-writes-to-ott-platforms-asks-producer-to-withdraw-the-title-of-manoj-bajpayee-starrer-film-661123.html Mumbai Feb 7 The Federation of Western lndia Cine Employees FWICE has registered a strong objection to the title of the upcoming streaming film âGhooskhor Pandatâ On Friday the body representing 36 affiliated associations and members comprising workers technicians and artists of the media and entertainment industry wrote to different OTT platforms to address the issueThey wrote âFWICE and all its affiliated associations strongly object to the use of this title as it appears to single out and target a particular community and its traditional means of livelihood in a derogatory and offensive manner Such a title has the potential to hurt sentiments provoke misunderstanding and disturb social harmonyâThe film stars Manoj Bajpayee in the lead role and is produced by Neeraj Pandey under his banner Friday FilmworksThey further mentioned âFWICE firmly believes that there should be no division in society on the grounds of caste creed religion or profession All professions are equally dignified and deserving of respect The film industry being a powerful medium of expression carries a moral and social responsibility to ensure that its content and titlesdo not promote hatred disrespect or unrest among citizens We therefore appeal to all producer bodies to refrain from allowing the registration or continuation of film titles that are provocative in nature and capable of creating unrest among Indians FWICE strongly condemns the registration of the said title and advises Neeraj Pandey and his production house Friday Filmworks to withdraw the same with immediate effect in the larger interest of social harmony and unityâThe body has said that the failure to comply with result in its affiliated associations and its members distancing themselves from any project of the producerThe row erupted after social media users slammed the title of the film for its defamatory overtones A petition has been filed in the Delhi High Court against the film alleging that its title is derogatory towards the Brahmin community IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ghooskhor-pandat-row-fwice-writes-to-ott-platforms-asks-producer-to-withdraw-the-title-of-manoj-bajpayee-starrer-film-661123.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 08:26:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/vansh-bhardwaj-on-varun-dhawan-being-trolled-for-border-2-first-see-the-work--661127.html Mumbai Feb 7 Actor Vansh Bhardwaj who is seen as a Haryanvi soldier in the blockbuster Border 2 shared his views on the trolling Varun Dhawan had to face ahead of the release of the war drama During an exclusive conversation with IANS he said that an audience reaction is welcome but they should first see the work before forming an opinionTalking about the comparison between Border and Border 2 Vansh shared that it is not correct to compare as no two people are the sameHe was asked When Border 2 was released a lot of people were comparing it to Border and even the actors were trolled People criticised Varun Dhawans acting What would you like to say about thatReacting to this Vansh told IANS See people are going to compare It is part of the human habit to make comparisons you cannot deny it But at the same time as an artist I would like to say that no two things can ever be similar We do not end up being like our siblings even after being born in the same family and being raised in the same way When we are not similar how do we expect others to be similar Comparing is not correctRefreshing your memory Varun was heavily trolled before Border 2s theatrical release As the song Ghar Kab Aaoge reached the audience a section of netizens criticised Varuns expressionsThere has been a lot of trolling to that I would like to say that first see the work and then give your verdict Whatever your final reaction might be we are ready to accept it As an actor as an artist I create my work for the audience but what I wish to convey to you through my art I want to do that with honesty If my work has truth it will definitely connect with you Even if it fails to connect this time we will work harder the next time Vansh addedHe further urged everyone to first see the work before passing judgment IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/vansh-bhardwaj-on-varun-dhawan-being-trolled-for-border-2-first-see-the-work--661127.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 08:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kaley-cuoco-speaks-up-on-toxic-mom-group-drama-661128.html Los Angeles Feb 7 Hollywood actress Kaley Cuoco who is known for her work in âThe Big Bang Theoryâ has shared her thoughts on the drama surrounding Ashley Tisdale French and her toxic mom group The actress appeared on âWatch What Happens Live with Andy Cohenâ to promote her latest series was asked by a fan to weigh in on the saga since she has a mom group of her own reports âPeopleâ magazineShaking her head and closing her eyes the actress who is mom to daughter Matilda 2 with her fiance Tom Pelphrey responded âI mean if you donât like being part of a group just leave babyâ âRightâ Host Andy Cohen added âI donât think we have to talk about itâ the actress continued to which Cohen 57 interjected âLike write an essay about itââYou donât have to do thatâ she said with a smile âJust leave â find a new groupââFind someone elseâ added fellow guest Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Erika Jayne Yeahâ Kaley agreedAs per âPeopleâ the âFlight Attendantâ star sharing her thoughts comes after a member of her own mom group celebrated their âsupportiveâ unit following Tisdale Frenchâs viral essay for The Cut titled âBreaking Up With My Toxic Mom Groupâ last month Days after the article caused a stir actress Ashley Jones took to Instagram to share a sincedeleted post featuring her celebrity friends such as Cuoco Lacey Chabert Kimberley J Brown and Ali FedotowsMom groups are having a real moment on the interweb this weekâ Jones wrote alongside a carousel of photos of the women with their little ones Shoutout to my village without whom I could be very lost and lonelyâTag your supportive ride or die mom group I miss them all this little but so grateful we had each other during this stage and every stageâ she continued lifteachother womensupportingwomen not all are pictured but all who are pictured are loved momgroupâIn her essay Tisdale French wrote that being part of her own group felt like âmeanâ girls and that it was âtoo high school for herâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kaley-cuoco-speaks-up-on-toxic-mom-group-drama-661128.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 08:45:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rasha-thadani-takes-nostalgic-look-at-mom-raveena-tandons-younger-years-661129.html Mumbai Feb 7 Actress Rasha Thadani took a nostalgic trip down memory lane as she shared throwback pictures of her mother Bollywood star Raveena Tandon from her younger acting days Rasha took to Instagram where she shared unseen photos capturing Raveena in her early years in the film industry radiating charm and screen presence that made her a 1990s iconAdding a playful touch to the post Rasha set the pictures to the popular track âAkhiyon Se Goli Maareâ from the 1998 blockbuster âDulhe Rajaâ starring GovindaKeeping her caption simple yet heartfelt Rasha wrote just one word âMomâRaveena took to the comment section and showered love on her daughter as she wrote âCookiiiieeee several heart emojisâTalking about Dulhe Raja it also stars Kader Khan Johnny Lever Prem Chopra and Asrani It went on to become the seventh highest grossing Bollywood film of 1998 The film is considered a cult classic and is now regarded as one of the best comedy movies in BollywoodRasha made her Bollywood debut last year with âAzaadâ Directed by Abhishek Kapoor the film also stars Ajay Devgn and Diana Penty alongside debutant Aaman Devgan The film was set in 1920s India where a young stable boy bonds with a spirited horse Amid rebellion and tyranny his quest to ride the majestic animal becomes a journey of courage awakening him to the countrys fight for freedomShe will next be seen in Laikey Laikaa with Abhay Verma Directed by Saurabh Gupta it centers on a dark love story set against a gritty backdrop exploring intense romance pain and dangerRasha has also been locked for a film in Tollywood with filmmaker Ajay Bhupathi The project has been tentatively titled AB4 Presented by Ashwin Dutt AB4 has been backed by Gemini Kiran under the banner of Chandamama Kathalu PicturesSpilling her excitement on her new cinematic journey Rasha wrote on her Instagram New beginnings endless gratitude Mee andariki prema tho Iâm stepping into Telugu cinema Thank you ajaybhupathi sir for this opportunity Chala excited to start this journey Dizzy emoji AB4 TeluguDebut Presented by AshwinDutt Produced by geminikiranofficial under the ckpicturesoffl banner vyjayanthimovies swapnacinema anandiartcreations sic IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rasha-thadani-takes-nostalgic-look-at-mom-raveena-tandons-younger-years-661129.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 08:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rupali-ganguly-marks-13-years-with-husband-ashwin-terah-hai-par-mera-hai-661131.html Mumbai Feb 7 Popular TV actress Rupali Ganguly is celebrating a special milestone as she marked her 13th wedding anniversary with husband Ashwin K Verma Taking to Instagram the âAnupamaaâ star shared a string of pictures from their romantic Maldivian getaway and penned a romantic post expressing gratitude for her partnerâs constant support She wrote Terah hai par Mera hai Happy 13th Rudransh ke Baapu Thank u for having my back always I want to grow old with uâRupali married businessman Ashwin in February 2013 The couple has a son Rudransh born in August 2013 Talking about Rupali she is one of the highestpaid television actresses in India The actress is best known for portraying Monisha Singh Sarabhai in the sitcom Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Anupamaa Joshi in the drama AnupamaaShe made her acting debut at age seven in her fathers directorial venture Saaheb in 1985 Rupali featured opposite Tapas Paul in her fathers Bengali film Balidan Despite the success of the film she no longer had any further feat in Bengali cinemaThe actress later had her breakthrough with her portrayal of Dr Simran Chopra in the medical drama series Sanjivani A Medical Boon She also participated in Bigg Boss 1 The actress was also seen in Ek Packet Umeed and Parvarrish â Kuchh Khattee Kuchh MeethiRupali is currently seen in Anupamaa The show is a remake of Star Jalshas Bengali series Sreemoyee It is one of the longestrunning Indian television soap operas Rupali Ganguly plays the titular role and formerly starred Sudhanshu Pandey Madalsa Sharma and Gaurav Khanna Since October 2024 the series stars Rupali with Adrija Roy and Shivam Khajuria as secondgeneration leadsThe show revolves around Anupamaa Shah a selfless homemaker who reclaims her identity after being taken for granted by her family After discovering her husbandâs infidelity she chooses selfrespect independence and personal growth navigating relationships and societal expectations while redefining her role in life IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rupali-ganguly-marks-13-years-with-husband-ashwin-terah-hai-par-mera-hai-661131.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:08:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sara-arjun-euphoria-found-me-at-a-time-when-nothing-felt-certain-661132.html Mumbai Feb 7 Young actress Sara Arjun has described her latest film Euphoria as a deeply personal and special project saying it came into her life at a time when ânothing felt certain yet everything felt possibleâ Taking to Instagram after attending the filmâs premiere Sara reflected on her emotional journey with the project and expressed gratitude to filmmaker Gunasekhar and producer Neelima Guna for trusting the story and telling it with honestyShe wrote âeuphoria premier Some stories donât just choose you they stay with you long after the moment passes This film found me at a time when nothing felt certain yet everything felt possibleââTo gunasekhar1 garu neelimaguna garu and their family thank you so much for trusting this story for believing in its heart and for having the courage to tell it with honesty Your belief made space for something real to be felt and seenâ Sara wroteThe actress thanked her father for giving her the freedom to choose her path âTo my own family especially my dad thank you for always holding my hand for listening and still giving me the freedom to choose my path That trust has shaped me more than you knowâSara added âThis film pushed me emotionally and made me uncomfortable in the most meaningful way To everyone reading this today this film has reached you I truly hope it connects with you in some way To me this is a very important storyâidi okka special filmâIn âEuphoriaâ Sara stars as a troubled teen Chaitra in the upcoming Telugu social thriller The film explores issues like drug abuse and youth crime inspired by reallife events The film also featuring Bhumika Chawla and Gautham MenonSara will also be seen in the second installment of the Dhurandhar franchise TitledâDhurandhar The Revengeâ is slated to hit the big screen on March 19 2026 Dhurandhar also stars Ranveer Singh R Madhavan Akshaye Khanna Sanjay Dutt and Arjun Rampal Serving as the first instalment of a twopart film series it centres on a highstakes covert counterterrorism operationThe film follows an undercover Indian intelligence agent who infiltrates Karachis criminal syndicates and political power structures in Pakistan in an effort to dismantle a terror network targeting IndiaThe films storyline draws loose inspiration from multiple reallife geopolitical events and conflicts in South Asia including the 1999 IC814 hijacking the 2001 Indian Parliament attack the 2008 Mumbai attacks and developments linked to Pakistans Operation Lyari IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sara-arjun-euphoria-found-me-at-a-time-when-nothing-felt-certain-661132.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:19:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kareena-kapoor-shares-loc-kargil-scene-with-saif-ali-khan-says-little-did-we-know-661139.html Mumbai Feb 7 Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan took a nostalgic trip down memory lane as she shared an emotional scene featuring her and Saif Ali Khan from the 2003 war film âLOC Kargilâ Kareena took to Instagram where she shared a scene from the film where Saif played Captain Anuj Nayyar from 17 Jat Regiment getting ready to go on a battleThe clip showcased an emotional exchange between the two actors with Kareenaâs character urging Saifâs character to look back at least once before leaving while he asks her to always keep moving forward no matter what happensSharing the scene on social media Kareena captioned it simply as âLittle did we knowâ hinting at how they have happily ended up together in real lifeLOC Kargil is based on the Kargil War fought between India and Pakistan The film features an ensemble cast including names such as Sanjay Dutt Ajay Devgn Akshay Khanna Abhishek Bachchan Suniel ShettyManoj Bajpayee Nagarjuna Ashutosh Rana and Raj Babbar to name a fewThe female leads featured Rani Mukerji Raveena Tandon Namrata Shirodkar Kareena Esha Deol Mahima Chaudhry Preeti Jhangiani Isha Koppikar Divya Dutta and Priya Gill to name a fewThe film is based on the Indian Armys successful Operation Vijay that was launched in May 1999 in the wake of the Pakistani intrusion and occupation of the strategic heights in the Kargil sector to flush out the Pakistani intruders from the Indian side of the Line of Control LoCWith a running time of 255 minutes it is one of the longest Indian films ever made and fifth in terms of running timeTalking about Kareena Kapoor she wrapped up shooting for her next âDaayraâ an investigative crime thriller with actor Prithviraj Sukumaran in December The film is directed by Meghna Gulzar has wrapped upâDaayraâ is a gripping investigative crime thriller that explores how a diabolical act can trigger equal and opposite reactions fracturing opinions across society Rather than offering easy answers Daayra encourages deeper thought raising questionsSet against the complex world of crime and justice Daayra positions its lead pair in roles that harness their full dramatic prowess Prithviraj steps into the shoes of a police inspector while Kareena embodies a fierce enigmatic character whose presence adds a striking edge to the narrative IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kareena-kapoor-shares-loc-kargil-scene-with-saif-ali-khan-says-little-did-we-know-661139.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/harman-baweja-arati-kadav-join-hands-for-new-film-after-mrs-661142.html Mumbai Feb 7 Director Arati Kadav has joined hands with producer Harman Baweja once again for a new film marking their second collaboration following last yearâs Sanya Malhotrastarrer âMrsâ Details of the new projects are under wraps at the momentââMrsâ reaffirmed my belief audiences are ready for audacious cinema that is intimate and transformative all at onceâ Baweja said reports varietycomâCollaborating with Arati evoked a thrill that you get from being on the same page with someone while also being challenged Iâm excited to have her bring honesty intelligence and immense emotional clarity to our fresh collaboration which we have the pleasure of announcing on âMrsâ first anniversaryâHe shared that when a collaboration is built on trust and shared intent you naturally want to create againâThis next project is born from that very faith and Iâm looking forward to once again pushing boundaries togetherâKadav added âI feel very happy safe inspired and delighted to work with Harman Baweja He and his team including our creative producer Tasneem Lokhandwala have always helped me do my best As a team we have a lot of mutual respect and faith in each other which I feel is the foundation of a great relationshipShe said that âMrsâ was a great collaboration and it was because of the team that Baweja Studios brought together for me including my actress Sanya MalhotraâI am actually very happy to collaborate with Harman for the rest of my life As I said Baweja Studios feels like homeââMrsâ produced by Baweja Studios with backing from Jio Studiosâ Jyoti Deshpande earned widespread acclaim including at Black Nights Tallinn and IFFI Goa and collected multiple awards across major platformsThe film reimagined the Malayalamlanguage cult hit âThe Great Indian Kitchenâ through a North Indian cultural framework incorporating traditions like Karwa Chauth while chronicling the gradual erosion of a womanâs sense of selfâMrsâ told the story of a young woman who gets married into a middleclass joint family Initial happiness soon changes to frustration as she gets extremely busy adjusting to the new domestic responsibilities She then decides to take corrective action to fulfil her desire IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/harman-baweja-arati-kadav-join-hands-for-new-film-after-mrs-661142.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rajkumar-periasamy-announces-the-technical-team-of-dhanushs-d55-661144.html Chennai Feb 7 Director Rajkumar Periasamy whose next film features Tamil star Dhanush and Malayalam superstar Mammootty in the lead has now announced the technical team for the eagerly awaited film The ace director took to his X timeline to share a picture of his entire technical team at the official launch of the film and disclosed that the film was to be shot by cinematographer Ezhil ArasuHe also went on to reveal that editing would be by Kalaivanan R and that Kavya Sriram would be designing the costumes for this film Although art director Rajeevan was missing in the picture the director mentioned his name and said that he would be handling the production designAlready the team had announced that Sai Abhyankkar would be scoring the music for the muchawaited entertainerRajkumar Periasamys announcement post on X read The primary Technical crew of D55 Cinematographer EzhilDOP Music Director SaiAbhyankkar Editor kalaivananoffl Production Designer rajeevan69 sir missing in the below pictureCostume designer kavyasriram amp theSreyas of wunderbarfilmsIt may be recalled that the makers of the film had on Wednesday welcomed Malayalam star Mammootty on board the film Wunderbar Films one of the production houses that is producing the film had said When the Big M chooses a story it becomes history Super excited to welcome Megastar mammukka onboard D55 We are honoured Thank you Mammootty sirDirector Rajkumar Periasamy who took to his X timeline to personally welcome the Malayalam superstar wrote Dear mammukka the day you said âYesâ I knew the almighty has blessed D55 with Divinity Iâm honoured and ecstatic to welcome you our very own Mammootty sir on board for the film Canât wait to see your magic unfold along with dhanushkraja sir Hereâs to my OyeMammootty times for lifeResponding to the welcome messages Mammootty wrote back saying Elated and excited to be a part of this journey with dhanushkraja and RajkumarKP smileyIt may be recalled that Wunderbar Films the production house of actor Dhanush had taken to its X timeline to welcome actress Sai Pallavi on Monday It had said Sheâs about grace and strength all at once Welcoming everybodyâs favourite SaiPallavi92 on board D55 The hit combo returns to the big screenThe makers of the film being tentatively referred to as D55 had already welcomed actress Sreeleela onboard the unit of the film on January 30 this yearThe film has triggered huge excitement as the makers have already disclosed that this film will be a magnum opus It may be recalled that only a few days ago another production house called R Take Studios had announced that it was joining hands with Wunderbar Films for producing this film IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rajkumar-periasamy-announces-the-technical-team-of-dhanushs-d55-661144.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 13:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/huma-qureshi-has-an-evening-full-of-love-with-her-forever-icon-rekha-661145.html Mumbai Feb 7 ActressHuma Qureshi recently enjoyed what she described as an âevening full of loveâ with the legendary star calling her a âforever iconâ Taking to her Instagram stories Huma shared a warm picture of herself posing with Rekha and penned a heartfelt note that read âPosing with my forever icon An evening full of loveâ Rekha maamâThe picture seems to have been taken during the success party for âMardaani 3â as Huma had posted another picture with brother Saqib Saleem and RaniShe captioned it âOnly love for youâ Rani maamâ what a performance Mardaani3 Blown AwayâTalking about âMardaani 3â the film is directed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya ChopraMardaani exposed the grim realities of human trafficking and Mardaani 2 explored the disturbing psyche of a serial rapist who challenged the system Mardaani 3 delves into another dark and brutal reality of our society further strengthening the franchiseâs legacy of impactful issuebased storytellingAayush Gupta has written Mardaani 3 of The Railway Men fame âMardaani 3â is scheduled to release in theatres worldwide on January 30The first installment of the Mardaani franchise was released in 2014 It featured Rani Jisshu Sengupta Tahir Raj Bhasin and Anant Vidhaat Sharma in supporting roles The second installment premiered in 2019 It was directed by Gopi Puthran It also stars Vishal JethwaMeanwhile Huma is all set to be seen in Yashstarrer âToxic A Fairytale for GrownUpsâ The makers had earlier unveiled the looks of Yash Kiara Advani Nayanthara Rukmini Vasanth and Tara Sutaria of the filmWritten by Yash and Geetu Mohandas and directed by Geetu Mohandas Toxic A Fairytale for GrownUps has been simultaneously shot in Kannada and English with dubbed versions planned in Hindi Telugu Tamil Malayalam and several other languagesâToxic A Fairy Tale for GrownUpsâ is reportedly a gripping tale of crime and deception set in 1980s Goa where a powerful drug cartel manipulates lives behind the states picturesque beaches and vibrant culture IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/huma-qureshi-has-an-evening-full-of-love-with-her-forever-icon-rekha-661145.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 13:07:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/priyanka-chopra-celebrates-brother-siddharth-neelam-upadhyayas-first-wedding-anniversary-661146.html Mumbai Feb 7 Global star Priyanka Chopra has marked a special milestone as her brother Siddharth Chopra and sisterinlaw Neelam Upadhyaya completed one year of marriage She took to Instagram where she shared a video featuring unseen moments from Siddharthâs wedding She also gave out a heartfelt message expressing her love for the couple and wished them a lifetime of togethernessâCannot believe its been a year Love you both so much Hereâs wishing you the best life together forever happy one year anniversary SidNee neelamupadhyaya siddharthchopra89â Priyanka wrote as the captionTalking about her film work Priyanka will be seen in an upcoming movie starring South star Mahesh Babu helmed by SS RajamouliPriyanka who has been feted with two National Film Awards and a Padma Shri has also been roped in for the latest instalment in the popular franchise Krrish 4 marking Hrithik Roshanâs debut as a directorThe 42yearold actress who is the winner of the Miss World 2000 pageant will also be seen as a 19thcentury Caribbean pirate in the forthcoming swashbuckler action drama âThe BluffâShe was last seen in âHeads Of Stateâ directed by Ilya Naishuller It stars Idris Elba and John Cena as the UK Prime Minister and US President respectivelyRecently her husband Nick Jonas talked about their daughter Malti who needed to be resuscitated shortly after she was bornHe said on the On Purpose podcast She came to the world under sort of very intense circumstances We were expecting her to arrive in April of the year she was born and we get a call that itâs going to be soonerHe recalled his daughter looking purple shortly after she was born reports femalefirstcoukNick said We basically you know went into action and she was born via surrogate We got to the hospital and she came out She was 1 pound 11 ounces and purple basicallyMalti ultimately spent nearly 100 days in a neonatal intensive care unit and Nick said that the situation felt perilous at one point in timeHe shared These angels at the NICU kind of resuscitated her in that moment and got her taken care of really quickly and intubated her and everything else Because it was COVID times my wife and I would basically do 12hour shifts at the hospital for three and a half months I could still sort of smell it IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/priyanka-chopra-celebrates-brother-siddharth-neelam-upadhyayas-first-wedding-anniversary-661146.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 16:03:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/vishal-jethwa-want-to-come-back-as-a-villain-in-mardaani-4-661148.html Mumbai Feb 7 Actor Vishal Jethwa has heaped praise on Bollywood star Rani Mukerji and said that he wants to come back as a âvillainâ in the fourth installment if it is made Vishal who played a pivotal role in Mardaani 2 has often spoken about the deep respect and admiration he holds for RaniVishal said âMardaani will always be very special to me and so will Rani maâam Working with her has been one of the most important learning experiences of my lifeââShe leads by example with honesty strength and so much grace Reuniting with her at the screening brought back so many memories and I couldnât be more grateful to have been a part of this journeyâThe actress added âMardaani is Rani Mukharjee maâam and Rani Mukharjee maâam is Mardaani No one can perform Shivani Shivaji Roy better then Rani maâam Saw Mardaani 3 and she again proved that she is Rani Mukharjee for a reason I want to come back as a villain in Mardaani 4âA special screening was held and it was a starstudded affair It saw the presence of several prominent names from the industry including legendary actor Rakha Huma Qureshi Ahaan Pandey Aneet Padda and Keerthy SureshTalking about âMardaani 3â the film is directed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya ChopraMardaani exposed the grim realities of human trafficking and Mardaani 2 explored the disturbing psyche of a serial rapist who challenged the system Mardaani 3 delves into another dark and brutal reality of our society further strengthening the franchiseâs legacy of impactful issuebased storytellingAayush Gupta has written Mardaani 3 of The Railway Men fame âMardaani 3â is scheduled to release in theatres worldwide on January 30The first installment of the Mardaani franchise was released in 2014 It featured Rani Jisshu Sengupta Tahir Raj Bhasin and Anant Vidhaat Sharma in supporting roles The second installment premiered in 2019 It was directed by Gopi Puthran IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/vishal-jethwa-want-to-come-back-as-a-villain-in-mardaani-4-661148.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 16:04:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/naga-chaitanya-says-thank-you-as-his-superhit-film-thandel-completes-one-year-661149.html Hyderabad Feb 7 Actor Naga Chaitanya on Saturday chose to pen a note of gratitude on the occasion of his superhit film Thandel completing one year of its release Taking to his X timeline to pen the post Naga Chaitanya wrote 1 year for Thandel thank you all for making this special sending out love to the entire team DhullakotteyalaGeetha Arts the popular production house for its part wrote 1 Year of the Epic Win of Rajuâs Freedom Satyaâs Struggle and Their Incredible Love Story ððð ðððð ððð Thandel Celebrating Love Life and Blockbuster Success with Gratitude to Everyone 1YearForBBThandelWell known producer Bunny Vas too penned a note on the occasion He wrote Dhullakottesaam Itâs been 1 year since our ThandelRaju and Bujji Thalli Satya received your love This is a truly special film and as promised we delivered a BLOCKBUSTER for our Yuvasamrat chayakkineni garu Thanks to our director chandoomondeti SaiPallavi92 ThisIsDSPFor the unaware Thandel was a film that was directed by Chandoo Mondeti and which featured actors Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi in the lead The film was based on a true story in which Indian fishermen from Andhra Pradesh were taken prisoners by Pakistan authorities and imprisoned for 22 yearsProducer Allu Aravind in one of the films pre release events had said âThis true story happened in a place nearby Vizag in a small village People had gone to Gujarat for fishing for 30 days Unfortunately due to some weather problem they crossed the international borders and suddenly they realised that Pakistan people had caught them and taken them to jail They were there for 22 years Their families in the village how they suffered how they rose to bring them back and what their struggle was this is the story of the filmâHe had added âI was inspired by 10 lines of the story and we approached those 20 people who stayed in the Pakistan jails took rights from all of them Though somebody has written the story it took nine months to develop it and bring a proper narration to me and when he gave the narration to me I was flat on the floorâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/naga-chaitanya-says-thank-you-as-his-superhit-film-thandel-completes-one-year-661149.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 16:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/boman-irani-says-this-one-stayed-with-people-as-the-mehta-boys-turns-1-661150.html Mumbai Feb 7 Veteran actor Boman Iranis directorial debut The Mehta Boys completed one year of release on Saturday Reflecting on the milestone Boman who made his directorial debut at 65 shares that for him the biggest thing is that the drama didnât stop with its release Films often have a brief moment but this one seems to have stayed with people in a quieter lasting wayâ he sharedDuring the last year discussions around the film have continued both online and offline with viewers often pointing out how the story mirrored their own family dynamics Sharing his experience Boman noted âWhen people reach out and tell me they saw their own families in the story that stays with me far more than any number ever couldFor those who have still not watched the show The Mehta Boys revolves around relationships between parents and children siblings and families as they all navigate complicated emotions âThese are relationships we all recognise and I think that familiarity is what allows the film to endureâ Boman saidBoman also used social media to thank the audience for showering the project with so much love and appreciationHis Insta post read Itâs been a year since The Mehta Boys found its way into the world I carried this story for a long timeâ and the love youâve shown it has been deeply humbling To every person who believed in it and to my wonderful team who helped shape it thank you for making this journey so special sicJointly backed by Irani Movietone and Chalkboard Entertainment banners The Mehta Boys stars Boman Avinash Tiwary and Shreya Chaudhary as the leads with the screenplay written by BomanUp next Boman will soon return in his beloved avatar in the highlyawaited sequel Khosla Ka Ghosla 2Over and above this he will further be a part of Haiwaan costarring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan and Peddi led by Ram Charan IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/boman-irani-says-this-one-stayed-with-people-as-the-mehta-boys-turns-1-661150.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 16:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/amitabh-bachchan-calls-india-first-world-after-u-19-mens-wc-triumph-661153.html Mumbai Feb 7 Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has lauded Indiaâs Under19 cricket team for clinching the World Cup calling the victory a moment of immense pride for the nation Amitabh took to X formerly called Twitter where he reacted to the young teamâs titlewinning performance The icon also celebrated Indiaâs dominance across formats pointing out that the country has emerged as world champions in menâs womenâs and blind cricket as wellHe wrote âU19 Cricket INDIA WORLD CHAMPIONS Thok diya dushmano ko Blind Womens Mens Cricket ALL world Champions we are NUMBER 1 ONE on top FIRST in World We are NOT 3rd World we are FIRST World BHARAT MATA KI JAIâIt was on Friday when India beat England by 100 runs to win the ICC Under19 Mens Cricket World Cup final at the Harare Sports Club claiming a recordextending sixth U19 World Cup crownA staggering century from 14yearold Vaibhav Sooryavanshi fired India to ICC U19 Menâs Cricket World Cup glory as they overcame England by 100 runs in the finalThe young opener blasted 15 fours and as many sixes in his brutal 175 from 80 balls recording the highest individual score in the history of finals in this competitionCaptain Ayush Mhatre 53 and wicketkeeper Abhigyan Kundu 40 also made valuable contributions as India racked up 4119England made a promising start in reply but a middle order collapse proved costly with Caleb Falconerâs brilliant 115 in vain as India completed a recordextending sixth ICC U19 Menâs Cricket World Cup triumphIn other news Amitabh recently shared a deeply introspective note on life struggle and silence drawing a moving parallel between the thoughts of his father the late poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan and eminent Urdu poet Firaq Gorakhpuri IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/amitabh-bachchan-calls-india-first-world-after-u-19-mens-wc-triumph-661153.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 16:10:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sanya-malhotra-promises-to-represent-women-more-honestly-as-mrs-clocks-1-year-661154.html Mumbai Feb 7 Sanya Malhotras Mrs started a heated debate on social media regarding the actual meaning of feminism and the representation and role of women in Indian society As the project completed one year of release on Saturday Sanya expressed gratitude to the viewers for continuing to love the story of Richa even after a yearShe further promised to keep learning listening and unlearning and representing women more honestly and responsibly on screen in the futureSanya took to her official Insta handle and posted a video compilation of all the behindthecamera fun they had while shooting the Arati Kadav directorialHer heartfelt note on social media read Mrs ko ek saal hogaya and everytime someone tells me how deeply the film moved them it stays with me long after the conversation ends I may not always have the right words but as a performer I carry these stories with me sicAnd I promise to keep learning listening unlearning to represent women more honestly and responsibly on screen Thank you so much for watching sharing and loving Mrs she went on to addAhead of the release Mrs was showcased at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne the New York Indian Film Festival and IFFI Goa Sanya even received a standing ovation at the New York Indian Film Festival for her performance making the film one of the most talked about even before audiences experienced itA remake of the 2021 Malayalam film The Great Indian Kitchen the project received a direct OTT release on ZEE5 on 7 February 2025 Mrs shares the journey of Richa Played by Sanya Malhotra a married woman who grapples with her identity while navigating the challenges of domestic life The movie sheds light on the struggle of leading an independent life while managing the societal expectations regarding marriage and gender roles IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sanya-malhotra-promises-to-represent-women-more-honestly-as-mrs-clocks-1-year-661154.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 16:10:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/twinkle-khanna-indulges-in-a-gluttony-contest-with-hubby-akshay-kumar-661160.html Mumbai Feb 7 Author and host Twinkle Khanna went on to share the three golden rules of gluttony in her latest social media post She treated her InstaFam with a couple of glimpses of herself indulging in a fun eating contest with her actor husband Akshay KumarWhile one of the photos showed Twinkle lovingly feeding Akshay the other one had him showing her a fist while Twinkle relished her foodExplaining the rules of gluttony in the caption the Mela actress shared Rule 1 Dessert always winsâRule 2 Pretending to share is mandatory even if you have zero intention of itâRule 3 A mock punch is a valid negotiation tactic Gluttony must be defended at all costsâVerdict Following these rules and getting fun pictures in the bargain is the literal version of eating your dessert and having it too sicTowards the end of the post Twinkle asked Now tell me who at your table would actually lose this battle Tag them belowTwinkle is known to speak her mind whenever she gets the opportunityMeanwhile in a recent post on social media Twinkle opened up about her journey of navigating life through menopauseThanking the Hormone Replacement Therapy for giving her a better sense of health and wellness she penned on her IG âAt 52 and makeup free Iâd love to say that all you need is some great afternoon sun to feel and look good But menopause is not that generous I once joked that menopause is a bigger bitch than I have ever been For a long stretch it made me feel like I was a phone with a faulty charger I feel better now not because I âaccepted my age gracefullyâ whatever that means but thanks to regular weight training a small pharmacyâs worth of supplements the joy and purpose I find in books reading and writing and because after 50 Iâve finally embraced my shallow side and play mahjong regularly with my girlfriendsâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/twinkle-khanna-indulges-in-a-gluttony-contest-with-hubby-akshay-kumar-661160.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 16:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/anil-kapoor-says-malang-still-has-a-kick-even-6-years-later-661166.html Mumbai Feb 7 Veteran actor Anil Kapoor shared that his romantic actioner Malang still has a kick even 6 years after the release In his latest social media post Anil even expressed thanks for all the love and the memories the project has brought his wayUploading a few photographs of himself as Inspector Anjaney Agashe on the Stories section of his Instagram Anil shared 6 years later and Malang still has that kick Grateful for all the love madness and memories sicAnil further tagged the entire team of Malang in the post starting from his costars Aditya Roy Kapur Disha Patani and Kunal Kemmu to the director Mohit Suri to producers Bhushan Kumar Krishan Kumar Luv Ranjan Ankur Garg Jay Shewakramani and Ramana Rudrapati along with the production banners TSeries Films and Luv FilmsAside from Anil Malang also starred Aditya Roy Kapur as Advait Thakur Disha Patani as Sara Nambiar Kunal Khemu as Michael Rodrigues Amruta Khanvilkar as Teresa Rodrigues Vatsal Sheth as Victor Ferns Makarand Deshpande as Tony Elli AvrRam as Jessabelle alias Jessie Keith Sequeira as Nitin Salgaonkar Prasad Jawade as Deven Shivaji Jadhav Sanjeev Dhuri as Borkar Siddharth Narayanan as Mady and Devika Vatsa as Vaani AgasheBacked by Luv Films TSeries amp Northern Lights Entertainment and distributed by Yash Raj Films Malang turned out to be a success at the box officeUp next Anil will be seen as the former soldier Arjun Singh who is trying to navigate through the complexities of civilian life in Suresh Trivenis Subedaar At the same time his character is also attempting to heal his relationship with his daughter Shyama Played by Radhikka MadanIn addition to Subedaar Anil will also be seen essaying a crucial role in the forthcoming Netflix show Family Business costarring Vijay Varma Rhea Chakraborty Neha Dhupia and Dhruv SehgalHis lineup further includes Alpha alongside Alia Bhatt IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/anil-kapoor-says-malang-still-has-a-kick-even-6-years-later-661166.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 16:27:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/iulia-vantur-being-part-of-arijit-singhs-magical-musical-world-has-been-an-incredible-experience-661168.html Mumbai Feb 7 Actresssinger and Bollywood superstar Salman Khanâs close friend who has teamed up with Arijit Singh for the romantic track âTere Sangâ from Echoes Of Us says that being part of Arijit Singhâs magical musical world has been an incredible experience Sharing her thoughts Iulia Vantur expressed how special and fulfilling it was to sing alongside Arijit Singh for the first time âI feel truly grateful that Arijit liked the song I initially sang for our film Echoes Of Us and agreed to bless it with his beautiful voiceââBeing part of his magical musical world has been an incredible experience Tere Sang has been sung with a lot of love for a story that I hope will touch many heartsâTere Sang marks the first time Arijit Singh and Iulia Vantur have collaborated as singers coming together for Iuliaâs upcoming short film Echoes Of Us The song showcases Iulia and Deepak Tijori in a tender romantic space adding depth and emotion to the melodyDirected by Joe Rajan Echoes Of Us stars Iulia Vantur in her international debut alongside Deepak Tijori in a pivotal role The filmâs first song Tere Sang has been released under the Salman Khan Films Music labelThe film also stars Spanish actress Alessandra Whelan Merediz Produced by Pooja Batra in collaboration with Alliance Media Pty Ltd âEchoes of Usâ gained recognition at the 14th Bangalore Shorts Film Festival 2025 Global Indie Filmmaker Awards 2025 Independent Shorts Awards 2025 Love amp Hope International Film Festival 2025 and more film festivalsThough the plot details are currently kept under wraps the film is expected to explore emotional connection and personal transformation Echoes Of Us is produced by actress Pooja Batra in collaboration with Alliance Media Pty LtdBorn in Romania Iulia was previously a TV presenter She made her singing debut in India with Himesh Reshammiyas Every Night And Day She later lent her vocal prowess for tracks in Salman Khanâs films such as âRadheâ âSultanâ and âRace 3âLast year Iulia called acting a profound way of expressing through another characters skinIulia shared In the last few years Ive focused on my musical career I love performing live for the audience around the world but I also love exploring Im an artist who needs to express myself in various forms Acting is a beautiful and profound way of expressing through another characters skinâShe added Ive done Theatre in Romania before acted in a musical or in some movies but this time its actually my debut Im happy I get to play this role as it resonates with me and the values I believe inâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/iulia-vantur-being-part-of-arijit-singhs-magical-musical-world-has-been-an-incredible-experience-661168.html Sat, 07 Feb 2026 16:29:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/lily-allen-speaks-about-her-addiction-with-materialism-661006.html Los Angeles Feb 5 Hollywood actresssinger Lily Allen has shared that she is addicted to material things The 40yearold singeractress is recovering after spending years dealing with drug and alcohol issues She has now shared that shes swapped one addiction for another and now uses shopping as an escape revealing she tries to get rid of her money by splashing her cash on designer goods reports âFemale First UKâShe told Elle Addiction is a need to escape myself And to find something to help me with that Because I am unbearable Unbearable And alcohol and drugs numb you to that So does sex food spending money conflict If I have an addiction itâs to material thingsâShe further mentioned âI donât believe that I am worthy of the things that I have in the world or money that I make so a part of me tries to get rid of it And designer goods are a really good way of doing that I also feel titillated by the idea of running out of money It drives meâAs per âFemale First UKâ Lily went on to reveal her recent purchases include a Porsche 911 Carrera sports car a painting and an emerald ring She added of the USD 162762 car I feel a bit silly but also Iâve always wanted one I donât like to be too comfortableâWhen asked if she feels happier on the edge the singer repliedYes but thatâs not healthy Because if I felt like a complete whole full person then I would think I was worthy ofâhaving a nice house and paying off my mortgage and doing the weekly shoppingâLily added that she really likes pretty things and has kept a large collection of fashion pieces that shes planning to share with her two daughters Ethel 14 and Marnie 13 The revelation comes after Lily revealed she narrowly avoided a nasty accident when a lorry ran her new Porsche off the road last month IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/lily-allen-speaks-about-her-addiction-with-materialism-661006.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sean-baker-and-actress-michelle-yeoh-team-up-for-new-film-to-be-showcased-at-berlinale-661012.html Los Angeles Feb 5 Hollywood filmmaker Sean Baker and actress Michelle Yeoh are joining forces for a new project which will world premiere at the Berlin Film Festival later this month The film titled âSandiwaraâ marks the return of the âAnoraâ director to his iPhoneshooting roots The film is touted to be an âimmersive cinematic experienceâ reports âVarietyâThe film is being made in collaboration with the Londonbased fashion house SelfPortrait Itâs the first film from SelfPortraitâs Residency program which launched last year with the aim of inviting creatives âfrom all disciplines into the brand to design using their own distinctive styleâ the release statesThe initiative provides SelfPortraitâs âinfrastructure platforms resources teams and distribution network to spotlight and promote external creatives offering them the freedom to dream and createâAs per âVarietyâ the film stars Yeoh as five different characters and is set in a Malaysian night marketA synopsis for the film states that it âmoves beyond fashion and into the world of cinema and storytelling to capture the heart of Malaysian culture Each character tells their own unique story and represents a facet of Malaysian culture rarely exploredâThe film gets its title from the Malay word for âdrama theatrical performance or playâ and was shot in PenangThe Berlin Film Festival will host a special screening of âSandiwaraâ on February 13 followed by a conversation between the director and actor Baker will also be on hand at the Berlinaleâs opening ceremony on February 12 to present Yeoh with this yearâs Honorary Golden Bear for Lifetime Achievement The Berlin Film Festival runs from February 12 to February 22 2026 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sean-baker-and-actress-michelle-yeoh-team-up-for-new-film-to-be-showcased-at-berlinale-661012.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:31:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sree-vishnu-starrer-mrithunjay-to-hit-screens-on-february-27-661028.html Chennai Feb 5 The makers of director Hussain Sha Kiranâs upcoming thriller Mrithunjay featuring actors Sree Vishnu and Reba John in the lead have now announced that the film will hit screens worldwide on February 27 this year Actor Sree Vishnu took to his Instagram page to share the release date poster of the film He wrote 27th February it is for Mrithyunjay to win your hearts in theatresSee you all with a thrilling taleActress Reba John who plays the female lead in the film too shared the release date poster on her social media pages and said My next Every answer raises a deadlier question Mrithyunjay arrives in cinemas on Feb 27thIt may be recalled that Light Box Media the firm producing the film had taken to its X timeline to share the YouTube link to the filmâs title teaser It had then said Every clue matters Every move is a risk But in this game Jay decides when itâs overâActor Sree Vishnu too had shared the link to the title teaser when it released last year He had then said âA New me A New game I see it Now itâs your turn Mrithyunjay This one hits different Thank you to the entire team for the wishesâThe films title teaser gave away the fact that the film would be an interesting crime thriller and that Reba John plays a cop in the film However it is unclear as to what role Sree Vishnu plays in the film although a fleeting glimpse of Sree Vishnu in the title teaser has led viewers to believe he plays a convict in prisonThe film directed by Hussain Sha Kiran has triggered huge interest in fans and film buffs The film has been produced by Sandeep Gunnam and Vinay Chilakapati and is being presented by Ramya GunnamMusic for the film is by Kaala Bhairava and editing is by renowned editor Sreekar Prasad Cinematography for the film is by Vidyasagar and production design is by Manisha IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sree-vishnu-starrer-mrithunjay-to-hit-screens-on-february-27-661028.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/harshita-gaur-reveals-ali-fazals-heartwarming-gesture-on-her-birthday-661038.html Mumbai Feb 5 Actress Harshita Gaur who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film âMirzapur The Movieâ has shared her experience of working on the film The actress shared that she celebrated her birthday on the sets of the film and her coactor Ali Fazal called for a cook to make the occasion special and prepare a meal for the entire production The fanfavourite series that has long enjoyed cult status among audiences is officially set to make its bigscreen debut with âMirzapur The Movieâ It brings together its iconic characters in a largerthanlife cinematic experience the film promises to elevate the gritty raw world of Mirzapur while staying rooted in the soul that made the series a phenomenonTalking about the film the actress shared ââMirzapurâ has been a journey of immense growth for me not just as an actor but as a person Dimpy came into my life at a very formative stage of my career and I feel like Iâve grown up with her Over the years Iâve understood her silences her strength and her pain far more deeply Iâm incredibly grateful to this character for challenging me shaping me and trusting me to tell her storyâShe further mentioned âFor the film we actually shot in Mirzapur for the very first time which made the experience incredibly authentic and special Being there in the real lanes and locations added a whole new emotional layer to the process One of my most cherished memories is shooting on my birthday nightââAli Fazal very sweetly called for a khansama for the entire production In the middle of all the celebration I ended up eating mutton galouti kebabs thinking they were mushroom galoutis which still makes all of us laugh These little moments truly made the journey even more memorableâ she addedApart from Harshita Gaur Mirzapur The Movie also brings back the ensemble cast that has defined the seriesâ legacy including Ali Fazal Abhishek Banerjee Divyendu Sheeba Chadha Pankaj Tripathi Jitendra Kumar Rajesh Tailang among othersThe film is set to release in cinemas on September 4 2026 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/harshita-gaur-reveals-ali-fazals-heartwarming-gesture-on-her-birthday-661038.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 01:11:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/grammys-bosses-were-unaware-of-justin-biebers-plan-to-perform-in-his-shorts-661039.html Los Angeles Feb 5 Singersongwriter Justin Bieber brought down the house at this years Grammy Award with his rather unusual choice of outfit for the performance However he didnt tell bosses at the Grammy Awards he planned to perform in his underpants The 31yearold singer was among the performers at the glitzy prizegiving in Los Angeles and he stunned the audience at arena by walking out on stage wearing nothing but a pair of satin boxer shorts made by his fashion brand and a pair of socks reports Female First UKHis fashion choice also surprised organisers because the singer didnt tell anyone about his planDuring an appearance on the Rolling Stone Music Now podcast Grammy Awards executive producer Ben Winston said I donât think he decided what the outfit would be until he walked on stageHe added Hes not even really going This is what Im going to do When we had got reached out to him about his creative he was just like Im just going to get on stage and singAs per Female First UK Winston went on to reveal the Baby star didnt need much rehearsal time for the performance only taking 15 minutes out of his allotted 90 minutesHe shared It was brilliant We are seven minutes into his hourandahalf rehearsal And he goes Howâd it look to you You happy with it And I was like Oh my God It looked beautiful I loved it And he went Okay fantastic See you SundayHowever Winston did ask the singer to perform the song one more time so the camera operators could set up their shotsHe said of Biebers performance It was what he wanted to do It was all him It was a careerdefining moment for him It was so different to what weve seen over the yearsThe awards show also featured a major flub by singer Cher who mistakenly announced Luther Vandross as the winner of Record of the Year even though the singersongwriter passed away in 2005The Believe hitmaker swiftly corrected herself and awarded the gong to the real winner Kendrick Lamar who won Record of the Year for his SZA collaboration LutherDuring his appearance on the podcast Winston insisted Cher was fully briefed before going on stage but he wouldnt want to erase the moment from Grammys history if he was given the chanceHe said I promise you we had briefed her and I promise you what she had to do was in the prompterIf I could go back in time Iâd want that to happen againWinston also insisted Cher was happy with her onstage presenting despite the initial error He added Sheâs happy with it She had a great time You want a bit of anarchy IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/grammys-bosses-were-unaware-of-justin-biebers-plan-to-perform-in-his-shorts-661039.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 01:12:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/aishwarya-wishes-babyyy-papa-abhishek-bachchan-on-behalf-of-daughter-aaradhya-on-birthday-661061.html Mumbai Feb 6 Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has wished her husband Abhishek Bachchan on his birthday on behalf of her daughter Aaradhya Bachchan The actress recently took to her Instagram and shared a throwback picture with a closeup shot of Abhishek Bachchanâs eyesHe also penned a long note in the caption as he wrote âHappy HAPPY 50th Birthday dearest BabyyyPapa with lots of love peace happiness contentment and best health God Blesssss Stay Goldenâ Shine on LoveâEarlier actress Aishwarya Rai treated the netizens with an adorable unseen picture of her daughter Aaradhya Bachchan as she wished her parents on their anniversary The photo had little Aaradhya flaunting her sweet smile for the camera while in her mom Aishwaryas arm as she posed with her grandparentsWishing her parents on their wedding anniversary Aishwarya wrote Dearest Darling MommyDoddaaa and DaddyAjjaaa Prayers and Anniversary Love God Bless Always LOVE YOU ETERNALLY sicâThe post further included another photo of the Taal actresss parents facing the camera with a smile On November 21 Aishwarya decided to pay a heartfelt tribute to her late father Krishnaraj Rai on his birth anniversary through an emotional postTaking to her Instagram the Devdas actress posted a couple of pictures of her late father with her and her daughter AaradhyaâHappy Birthday dearest DaddyAjjaaa our Guardian Angel Love you eternally Thanking you for ALL your infinite love and blessings as our Aaradhya turned 14 sicâ Aishwarya wrote the caption For those who do not know Krishnaraj Rai was a Marine biologist He passed away in 2017 in Mumbai after a prolonged illnessAishwarya is considered to have been extremely close to her father and never misses an opportunity to remember him In a recent update Aishwarya and Abhishek Bachchan were seen together after a very long time at their daughter Aaradhyas annual day The couple was accompanied by Aishwaryas mother Vrinda Rai and Abhisheks father and legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/aishwarya-wishes-babyyy-papa-abhishek-bachchan-on-behalf-of-daughter-aaradhya-on-birthday-661061.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 02:53:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/amid-controversy-over-being-uninvited-naseeruddin-shah-stresses-urgency-of-climate-crisis-661064.html Mumbai Feb 6 Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah stressed the urgency of dealing with the massive climate crisis we are facing as a species Speaking during the screening of his short film âItâs Only 47ÂCâ Naseeruddin said I dont know much about the technicalities I learned what I have learned from Harish Borah and from my own experiences of not having seen a blue sky for monthsShedding light on how the climate has become unpredictable in the recent past making things difficult for the common man he added It has started to snow in places where it never used to rain it has started to rain in places where peoples homes are not prepared for the rains There are times when unseasonal rain damages the crops These are the things I did encounter and though I have to confess I am one of the guilty parties we dont live in an airconditioned house but we have done our bit to pollute the atmosphereI dont know what amends we can make but I think it is important to at least realize that you are doing this and maybe find a solution for the future and for ourselves really the veteran actor sharedHe added that the earth has survived without humans for millions of years so we do not need to worry about the earth but ourselves We are the ones who are going to be affected ultimatelyNaseeruddin further urged everyone to do their bit to preserve the environmentOn another note recently the veteran actor claimed that he was disinvited from Mumbai Universitys JashnEUrdu event at the last momentNaseeruddin termed the experience as both insulting and disappointing He stated that he had been looking forward to interacting with the studentsWorkwise Naseeruddin will also be a part of Anubhav Sinhas upcoming courtroom drama Assi costarring Taapsee Pannu IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/amid-controversy-over-being-uninvited-naseeruddin-shah-stresses-urgency-of-climate-crisis-661064.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/akshay-kumar-reveals-dharam-ji-used-to-be-his-favourite-hero-during-the-struggling-days-661065.html Mumbai Feb 6 The late legendary actor Dharmendra ruled not just the screen but also numerous hearts for several years During his appearance on the former celebrity chat show Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai Bollywood hunk Akshay Kumar revealed that when he was struggling to make it big in the industry he used to look upto Dharam Ji as his beloved hero Talking about his struggling days with host Farooq Sheikh Akshay shared My favourite hero used to be Dharam Ji When you watch him you can see him for hours and hours He is was a very manly man and I think these are the qualities any man would like to acquire Pitching in host Farooq Sheikh added And a lot of women would like them in a manFor those who do not know Akshay and Dharam Ji shared screen space back in 1995 in K C Bokadias action entertainer MaidanEJungThe project further starred Manoj Kumar Jaya Prada and Karisma Kapoor in the lead roles along with Mukesh Khanna Amrish Puri and Gulshan Grover as the ancillary castThe HeMan of Bollywood passed away in November last year at the age of 89Dharmendra was admitted to the Breach Candy Hospital in South Mumbai after complaining of breathing difficulties However he was later discharged after receiving the required treatmentSome time later as his health deteriorated once again he was reportedly put on a ventilatorBorn in 1935 in Punjab Dharmendra was discovered through a talent hunt competition organized by the Filmfare magazine and Bimal Roy Productions to find fresh faces for Hindi cinema With his handsome looks and natural charisma Dharmendra went on to win the competitionAfter making his debut with Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere he became a part of several blockbuster hits like Phool Aur Patthar Dharam Veer and Seeta Aur Geeta IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/akshay-kumar-reveals-dharam-ji-used-to-be-his-favourite-hero-during-the-struggling-days-661065.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:11:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/whoopi-goldberg-says-she-is-not-good-with-relationships-661077.html Los Angeles Feb 6 Hollywood actress Whoopi Goldberg has said that she is ânot cut out to be in a relationshipâ The actress has been single for several decades since her 1995 divorce from actor Lyle Trachtenberg Whoopi insisted that she no longer has any interest in sharing her life with a partner reports âFemale First UKâShe told Interview magazine âIn the last 25 years I have seen that not everybodyâs cut out to be in a relationship Some people are just cut out to be onenight stands I donât want to live with anybody I lived with my daughterââThatâs all I can handle I have lots of people that I love but I donât need them living with me I donât need to be sleeping with themâ she addedAs per âFemale First UKâ Whoopi who has daughter Alex 51 with first husband Alvin Martin â was also married to David Claessen from 1986 to 1988 before her third marriage to Trachtenberg in 1994 and she admitted she doesnât enjoy thinking about a partner and their needsThe actress said âIâm not good at relationships because you have to think about other people and I have enough to think about with my daughter and her husband and my grandkids and my greatgrandkids and all the people at workâShe further mentioned âI donât necessarily get lonely because thereâs enough people around who donât let me But most people are not comfortable being alone because weâve been taught that thereâs something wrong with you if youâre not a pair that being singular eating singular is a bad thing Sometimes you donât want to eat with other people Sometimes you just want to go and have some pasta You donât want to say Do you want red wine or white wine I donât give a f what you wantâWhoopi 70 has previously admitted she didnât want a relationship as she doesnât want to âshare moneyâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/whoopi-goldberg-says-she-is-not-good-with-relationships-661077.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:13:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/tovino-thomas-starrer-pallichattambi-shooting-wrapped-up-661079.html Chennai Feb 6 Director Dijo Jose Antony has now announced that the shooting of his upcoming big budget Malayalam action entertainer Pallichattambi featuring actor Tovino Thomas in the lead has come to a close Taking to his Instagram page to post a pictures from the places they had shot the director wrote From the first shot in Thodupuzha to the final patch shoot across states the long road of Pallichattambi comes to an end today A beautiful journey of hard work finally crosses the finish line See you in theatres on April 09 2026 Love from Team Pallichattambi PallichattambiMovie April092026 DijoJoseAntonyThe film has triggered huge expectations among fans and film buffs It may be recalled that only last Monday the makers released the first look poster of actress Kayadu Lohar in the filmFor the unaware Kayadu Lohar who shot to fame with her fine performance in the Tamil blockbuster film Dragon plays the female lead in this film along with Tovino ThomasActor Tovino Thomas who took to his Instagram page to share the first look poster of Kayadu Lohar in the film wrote And then there was love Love for a character for a world and for the soul of Pallichattambi Worldwide release on April 9 2026 PallichattambiMovie April092026 DijoJoseAntony TovinoThomasKayaduLohar JakesBejoyThe makers of the film have already announced that the film would hit screens worldwide on April 9 this yearProduced under the banners of World Wide Films and C Qube Bros Entertainments Pallichattambi will seek to present actor Tovino Thomas in a neverbeforeseen look Sources close to the unit of the film have disclosed that the story of the film is set in the 1950sâ60s periodThe film is being produced by Noufal and Brijeesh under the World Wide Films banner along with Chanukya Chaithanya Charan under the C Qube Bros Entertainments banner The film is being released in five languages including MalayalamThe cast apart from Tovino and Kayadu Lohar will also include Vijayaraghavan Sudheer Karamana Baburaj Vinod Kedamangalam Prashanth Alexander and several other prominent actorsOn the technical front the films script has been penned by S Suresh BabuIts cinematography has been handled by Tijo Tomy while its music has been composed by Mollywoodâs music sensation Jakes Bejoy Editing is by Sreejith Sarang and production design is by Dileep NathMeghasyam and Thanzeer have served as the associate producers of the film which has its costumes designed by Manjusha RadhakrishnanRenit Raj and Kiran Raphael have worked as the chief associate directors in this film the sound design of which is by Sync Cinema Art direction for the film is by Rajesh Menon and casting is by Binoy Nambala IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/tovino-thomas-starrer-pallichattambi-shooting-wrapped-up-661079.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:14:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shabana-azmi-calls-herself-a-russell-crowe-admirer-a-beautiful-mind-continues-to-haunt-me-661081.html Mumbai Feb 6 Veteran actress Shabana Azmi declared herself to be a Russell Crowe admirer through her latest social media post She shared a throwback picture with Crowe on her IG back from the time the Hollywood actor served as the Chairman of the jury of which Shabana was also a partShabana admitted that Crowes 2001 American biographical drama A Beautiful Mind continues to haunt her to dateHer post read Throwback picture Russell Crowe was Chairman of the jury in Australia of which I was a memberMemorable moment Iâm such an admirer of his work A Beautiful Mind continues to haunt me sicA Beautiful Mind narrates the journey of the mathematician John Nash who won a Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences Crowe played the mathematician in the biographical dramaShabana is known to share such precious moments from the past with the netizensOn Monday Shabana uploaded an old picture with her screenwriter lyricist and poet husband Javed Akhtar on the Stories section of her Instagram The picture had the couple facing the camera with a smile on their facesWhile Shabana posed in a beautiful red saree along with a traditional Himachali cap Javed Akhtar accompanied her in a classic black kurta lookShe further added the Home In My Heart track by Oliver Max as the background scoreFor those who do not know Shabana and Javed Akhtar first met at Shabanas fathers the legendary poet Kaifi Azmiâs residence At the time of their first meeting Javed Akhtar was already married to his first wife Honey Irani Not just that he also had two kids with herâFarhan Akhtar and Zoya AkhtarIf the reports are to be believed Shabanaâs family was initially against their daughter entering into matrimony with Javed Akhtar however the couple ended up getting hitched in 1984 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shabana-azmi-calls-herself-a-russell-crowe-admirer-a-beautiful-mind-continues-to-haunt-me-661081.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:28:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/neeraj-pandeyon-ghooskhor-pandat-title-controversy-film-doesnt-represent-any-caste-661085.html Mumbai Feb 6 Filmmaker Neeraj Pandey has issued a statement on social media after the title of his forthcoming drama Ghooskhor Pandat garnered some massive backlash The film announced by Netflix during the grand event Next on Netflix made headlines as the title of the project was found to be defamatory to the Brahmin community by manyIn his latest post Neeraj Pandey has explained that the term Pandat is used as a colloquial name for a fictional character and it does not represent any particular caste religion or communityHis social media post went like this Our film is a fictional cop drama and the term âPandatâ is used simply as a colloquial name for a fictional character The story focuses on an individualâs actions and choices and does not comment on or represent any caste religion or community As a filmmaker I approach my work with a deep sense of responsibility to tell stories that are thoughtful and respectfulsicNevertheless he apologised for any hurt caused because of the title The producer and cowriter of the movie further informed that they have decided to take down any promotional material related to the drama for nowThis film like my earlier work has been created with sincere intent and solely to entertain audiences We understand that the title of the film has caused hurt to some viewers and we genuinely acknowledge those feelings In light of these concerns we have decided to take down all promotional materials for the time being as we believe the film should be experienced in its entirety and understood in the context of the story we intended to tell rather than judged on partial glimpses I look forward to sharing the film with audiences soon he addedAlong with Manoj Bajpayee as the lead Ghooskhor Pandat further stars Nushrat Bharuccha Saqib Saleem Akshay Oberoi and Divya Dutta in crucial roles IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/neeraj-pandeyon-ghooskhor-pandat-title-controversy-film-doesnt-represent-any-caste-661085.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:32:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/neha-dhupia-lists-all-the-things-hubby-angad-bedi-loves-to-do-in-a-heartfelt-birthday-post-661087.html Mumbai Feb 6 Actress Neha Dhupia decided to list all the things her husband Angad Bedi loves to do in a heartfelt birthday post Sharing a video montage of a couple of unseen moments of the birthday boy on social media Neha stated that the Pink actor loves to spend time with his family and friends along with shooting playing sports and travelingNeha went on to share happybirthday my love â wishing you a year filled with all things you love â Time and bedtime with our babies family time friends action dramas film sets sport live sport travel high protein diets coffee in low fat milk late night gup shup laying under the sun cool calls from casting directors and endless travel and FaceTime calls with meeeeee sicThe Phas Gaye Re Obama actress concluded the post with an adorable I love you followed by several red heart emojisFor the unaware Angad first met Neha in the gym when he used to play under19 in Delhi At the time Neha was also preparing for the Miss India pageantThese two came face to face once again years later in Mumbai and soon became friends As their friendship transpired into love Angad proposed to Neha four years before they actually tied the knotAngad and Neha finally got married back in May 2018 in a simple ceremonyThe couple welcomed their first child daughter Mehr in November 2018 In October 2021 they became parents for the second time to a baby boyMeanwhile Neha and Angad stepped into 2026 with a beach holiday with their familyShe took to her official Instagram handle and uploaded some pictures from her fun getaway with Angad children family and friends âRefreshedâ renewedâ rechargedâ n ready for you 2026â she wrote adding the hashtag BeKindâ Neha captioned the post IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/neha-dhupia-lists-all-the-things-hubby-angad-bedi-loves-to-do-in-a-heartfelt-birthday-post-661087.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:36:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/manoj-bajpayee-says-ghooskhor-pandat-is-not-about-any-community-amid-title-controversy-661098.html Mumbai Feb 6 After filmmaker Neeraj Pandey actor Manoj Bajpayee has also reacted to the ongoing controversy regarding the name of their forthcoming Netflix drama Ghooskhor Pandat In a statement shared on his official Instagram Stories Bajpayee assured that he takes the emotions of the people hurt by the title of his next very seriously however he added that through his character he only wished to depict the journey of a flawed person and it should not be taken as a remark on any community in particularHe wrote on the photosharing app I respect the emotions and concerns people have shared and I take them seriously When something you are part of causes hurt to some people it makes you pause and listen As an actor I come to a film through the character and the story I am playing For me this was about portraying a flawed individual and his journey of self realisation This was not meant to be a statement about any community sicBajpayee further shed light on Neeraj Pandays approach towards his projects saying In my experience of working with Neeraj Panday there has been a consistent seriousness and care in how he approaches his filmsHe also pointed out that the decision by the makers to take down the promotional material of the drama in light of the public sentiment shows the seriousness with which they are taking these concernsAn FIR has been filed against the film director and team of the forthcoming web series Ghooskhor Pandat at Hazratganj police station LucknowSome organisations have even warned of aggressive protests claiming that the title Ghooskhor Pandat is defamatory to the Brahmin communityEarlier Neeraj Pandey also shared a social media post clarifying that the term Pandat is used as a colloquial name for a fictional character and it does not represent any particular caste religion or communityHe also apologised for any hurt caused due to the title IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/manoj-bajpayee-says-ghooskhor-pandat-is-not-about-any-community-amid-title-controversy-661098.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:47:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/fir-registered-on-cm-yogi-adityanaths-directive-against-ghoooskhor-pandat-amid-title-controversy-661102.html Mumbai Feb 6 On the directions of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Lucknows Hazratganj Police has registered an FIR against the forthcoming web series Ghoooskhor Pandat According to Lucknow Police strict action has been taken following allegations that the content attempts to disturb social harmony and hurt religious and caste sentimentsDue to the name and content of the film there is intense anger and outrage among the Brahmin community and various social organizations These organizations have even warned of aggressive protests against the drama Legal action and investigation are underway in view of the seriousness of the matterStrictest action is expected to be taken against those who intend to hurt the sentiments of any community or disturb peace under the zerotolerance policyMeanwhile the lead of the project Manoj Bajpayee claimed through a recent social media post that Ghooskhor Pandat is not about any communityI respect the emotions and concerns people have shared and I take them seriously When something you are part of causes hurt to some people it makes you pause and listen As an actor I come to a film through the character and the story I am playing For me this was about portraying a flawed individual and his journey of self realisation This was not meant to be a statement about any community he sharedBajpayee also said that the decision by the makers to take down the promotional material of the drama goes to show how seriously they are taking these concernsAdditionally Neeraj Pandey also clarified in an official statement issued through Netflixs publicity team that the term Pandat is used as a colloquial name for a fictional character and it does not represent any particular caste religion or communityIn his post he also apologised for hurting any sentiments due to the title of his nextThe statement has also been published on Neeraj Pandeys official Insta handle IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/fir-registered-on-cm-yogi-adityanaths-directive-against-ghoooskhor-pandat-amid-title-controversy-661102.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:51:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rakul-preet-singh-celebrates-the-couple-whose-love-is-rooted-in-trust-661106.html Mumbai Feb 6 Actress Rakul Preet Singh decided to mark the wedding anniversary of her fatherinlaw Vashu Bhagnani and motherinlaw Pooja Bhagnani by celebrating the couple whose love is rooted in trust care and understanding Uploading a video montage of some precious moments with the two over the years Rakul shared that their relationship reminds her what truly matters in lifeShe wrote on the photosharing app Celebrating the beautiful journey of a couple whose love is rooted in trust understanding and care Your relationship is a blessing to witness and a reminder of what truly matters in life Thank you for the warmth and love you bring into our family every day Wishing you many more happy years together Mom amp Dad sicRakuls actor and filmmaker husband Jackky Bhagnani also used social media to wish the two people who have shown him over the years what true love looks likeTreating the netizens to some more unseen family moments Jackky penned Happy anniversary to the two people who shaped everything I believe in todayWatching you both over the years has taught me what love really looks like It is not always about grand gestures but about showing up every single day standing by each other through highs and lows and choosing the relationship even when it is not easy he addedJackky also credited his parents for building a home for him the root of which is based on mutual respect honesty and supportYour strength as individuals and your unity as partners have been my biggest inspiration Youâve built a home rooted in respect honesty and unwavering support and that foundation has carried all of us forward The way you protect encourage and grow together is something I deeply admire Happy anniversary Mom amp Dad May your bond continue to inspire us all the post concluded IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rakul-preet-singh-celebrates-the-couple-whose-love-is-rooted-in-trust-661106.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/atharvaa-muralis-film-with-jeeva-sankar-titled-valai-661107.html Chennai Feb 6 The makers of director Jeeva Sankars upcoming revenge thriller featuring Atharvaa Murali in the lead on Friday announced that their film had been titled Valai much to the delight of fans and film buffs Actor Vijay Sethupathi took to his X timeline to release the films eagerly awaited official teaser on Friday The actor wrote Launching the Teaser of VALAI Wishes to Atharvaamurali JeevaSankar and the entire cast and crew RaadhuInfo ProductionNo1The films teaser shows that Atharvaa Murali will be portraying two characters in the film While the first character he portrays is called Kutty the second character is called Saraa in the film Both characters appear to be sea farersThe gripping teaser also gives a glimpse of the roles that actors Rupa Manjari Vani Bhojan Murali Sharma and Aadukalam Naren play in the film It is evident from the teaser that the film is a revenge thriller The teaser ends with a voiceover stating that if a decision to take revenge is made two pits must be dug One is for your enemy while the other is for you The film has triggered huge expectations among fans and filmbuffs Rupa Manjari and Vani Bhojan play the female leads in this film which also has Murali Sharma Aadukalam Naren and Jayaprakash playing pivotal roles Apart from these actors the film will also feature Arjai Arul D Shankar Thulasi Mayilsamy and Imman Annachi among others Produced by Pepsi VS Balamurali on behalf of the production house Raadhu Infotainment the film has music by well known music director Ghibran Cinematography for the film is by the director Jeeva Sankar himself Editing for the film is by Sathish Suriya and art direction is by Shanmugaraja Gopi Prasannaa has served as the production designer of this film the stunts of which have been choreographed by Stunner Sam Lyrics for the songs in the film have been penned by Karthik Netha Mohanraj and Vamanaa IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/atharvaa-muralis-film-with-jeeva-sankar-titled-valai-661107.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:02:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shalmali-kholgade-reveals-how-she-flipped-the-narrative-of-love-with-her-new-song-impression-661110.html Mumbai Feb 6 Playback singer Shalmali Kholgade who is known for songs like âPareshaanâ âBalam Pichkariâ âLatt Lag Gayiâ has released her new song âImpressionâ The singer said that she has flipped the narrative of love with the song giving women the control to set the tone The music video of the song features Shalmali shaking a leg âImpressionâ is a groovy track that flips the script on modern courtship and flips the typical gender narrative of girls making an impression on men Instead of loud declarations or borrowed bravado the song celebrates attraction in its quieter more assured form The song places Shalmali in control of her playful composed and unapologetically presentTalking about the song Shalmali told IANS âImpression is a really special song for me both from an expression and performative point of view It combines both my passion for music and dance and as an artist I find that very fulfilling For decades a lot of love songs followed very fixed emotional roles especially for womenâShe further mentioned âThere was a lot of waiting yearning and sacrifice Thatâs not the full picture anymore With Impression I loved the idea of flipping the narrative a bit letting the woman set the tone hold the gaze decide the emotional pace I think listeners today want to see themselves in songs and that includes feeling powerful not just vulnerableââImpressionâ also marks a natural evolution of Shalmaliâs journey as an independent artist to a pop performer After years as one of Hindi cinemaâs most recognisable playback voices sheâs constantly pushed the boundaries of her own music Shalmali has released two fulllength albums and collaborated with artists across genres With Impression she further strengthens her repertoireImpression is a result of a songwriting camp where many incredible artists came together to build this world along with her Cowritten with Shloke Lal and cocomposed with Rutvik Talashilkar Guitarist Amandeep Singh Soni Shalmaliâs songwriting is something to watch out for in the coming years The track was produced by Rutvik Talashilkar and mixed and mastered by Sunny MR at Chordfather Productions IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shalmali-kholgade-reveals-how-she-flipped-the-narrative-of-love-with-her-new-song-impression-661110.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sonam-kapoor-says-fantastic-dad-after-witnessing-anil-kapoors-teaser-poster-for-subedaar-661112.html Mumbai Feb 6 As movie buffs await the release of Anil Kapoors Subedaar the makers have unveiled the powerpacked first look teaser poster from the drama Adding to the hype Anil took to his official Instagram handle and dropped a captivating poster that featured the protagonist crashing his fist through debris with the knuckles etched with a brutal message âDONâT FK WITH SUBEDAARâ We could also see Anilâs eyes cutting through the chaos with a controlled piercing and unflinching gazeâYouâve been warned SubedaarOnPrime Coming Soon he captioned the enchanting postReacting to this Anils actress daughter Sonam Kapoor wrote in the comment section Fantastic dad On a roll followed by a red heart emojiMade under the direction of Suresh Triveanhi and backed by Vikram Malhotra and Anil Kapoor Subedaar talks about Arjun Singh a former soldier navigating through the complexities of civilian life while also working on his relationship with his daughter Shyama played by Radhikka MadanOver and above Subedaar Anil will also be seen playing a key role in the forthcoming Netflix show Family Business where he will be seen sharing screen space with Vijay Varma Featuring Rhea Chakraborty Neha Dhupia and Dhruv Sehgal as the core cast the web series explores a struggle for power within one of Indias most influential business dynastiesThe recently released teaser shows Anil as the head of a multibilliondollar company with Vijay Varma as one of his loyal and hardworking employees However things take an unexpected turn when Anil fires Vijay leading to a massive power struggleHis lineup further includes Alpha alongside Alia Bhatt and SharvariHelmed by Shiv Rawail and produced by Aditya Chopra for Yash Raj Films the project is a part of the YRF Spy Universe after Ek Tha Tiger War and Pathaan IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sonam-kapoor-says-fantastic-dad-after-witnessing-anil-kapoors-teaser-poster-for-subedaar-661112.html Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:59:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/valentines-day-outfit-ideas-from-myntra-that-fits-every-mood-moment-and-date-plan-660994.html Mumbai Feb 5 Valentineâs Day has evolved beyond just candlelit dinners and grand gestures Itâs now about celebrating connection in all its forms From easy coffee dates and movie nights to long brunches that stretch into evening plans The modern Valentineâs wardrobe is all about expression Think pieces that feel relaxed yet intentional stylish without being overdone At Myntra the focus this season is on dressing for the moment youâre in romantic lowkey or unapologetically your own rather than sticking to any set rules From elevated casuals and smart mixandmatch separates to statement pieces that move easily from day to night these outfit ideas are designed to match your vibe your plans and your personal style no matter how the date unfolds Coffee Dates amp Casual CatchUps Effortlessly Put Together Lowkey plans call for outfits that feel relaxed yet intentional Think easy silhouettes that balance comfort with polish like trendy tees breezy dresses relaxed coord sets and wellfitted denim Finished with sneakers loafers or flats these looks feel natural and unfussy making them perfect for long conversations and dates that last longer than plannedMovie Nights amp AtHome Dates Comfort Styled Thoughtfully When the plan is to stay in comfort takes centre stage but with a polished edge Soft loungewear sets relaxed joggers oversized tees and stretchfriendly separates strike the right balance between cosy and puttogether Subtle hues minimal prints and breathable fabrics keep the vibe easy while still feeling effortless and intentionalRomantic Dinner Dates Elevated Not Overdone Dinner plans are your cue to dial things up without going over the top Sleek dresses satin finishes structured shirts tailored trousers and refined ethnic silhouettes bring just the right amount of drama Classic hues clean tailoring and thoughtful accessories add polish creating looks that feel confident elegant and datereadyAllDay Dates Built to Transition Dates that unfold over the day need outfits that can keep up Coord sets midi dresses smart casual separates and versatile ethnic wear work seamlessly from brunch to evening plans Layering becomes key light jackets shrugs or relaxed blazers that can be added or removed as the mood shiftsFirst Dates Confident Comfortable Authentic Firstdate dressing is about striking a balance between effort and ease Clean silhouettes flattering fits and neutral or soft colour palettes help create a look that feels approachable yet puttogether The focus is on comfort and confidence with styles that allow personality to shine through naturallyGalentineâs Bro Dates amp SelfLove Plans Style Your Way Valentineâs Day is also about celebrating friendships and yourself Statement pieces bold colours playful prints and expressive layers take centre stage here Whether itâs dressing up just because or experimenting with personal style these looks are all about joy individuality and feeling good in what you wear This Valentineâs Day forget rigid dress codes and predictable outfits Dress for the date youâre on the mood youâre in and the connection youâre celebrating With versatile thoughtfully curated styles every kind of Valentineâs plan finds its perfect fashion expression effortless expressive and unmistakably modern IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/valentines-day-outfit-ideas-from-myntra-that-fits-every-mood-moment-and-date-plan-660994.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 19:09:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/lisa-ray-heaps-praise-on-pamela-anderson-for-dismantling-male-gaze-in-real-time-660810.html Mumbai Feb 4 Actress Lisa Ray has spoken about redefining the idea of a âbeach bodyâ in her 50s describing it as a quiet personal revolution rooted in freedom and selfacceptance while drawing inspiration from Hollywood star Pamela Andersonâs journey of reclaiming identity beyond the male gaze Lisa took to Instagram where she shared a string of glimpses of herself from the beach Sharing her thoughts Lisa reflected on a time when beach beauty came with rigid expectations such as red swimsuits red lipstick and the pressure to look perfect an image she says shaped much of her early careerâUnfiltered Unapologetic On the beach in my 50s There was a time when a beach body meant a red swimsuit red lipstick that 1991 Gladrags cover that became its own moment and the quiet pressure to be perfect I built a career in that image I donât disown itâbut I donât live there anymoreâThe actress noted that today freedom feels better than approvalâToday freedom feels better than approval Freedom in a body that has lived healed changed Freedom from impossible standards that were never designed for women to winâ she addedDrawing a parallel Lisa spoke about Pamela Anderson once considered the ultimate redswimsuit fantasy and praised her for consciously dismantling the male gaze and reclaiming her identity on her own termsâI think of pamelaanderson once the ultimate redswimsuit fantasy now dismantling the male gaze with intention and reclaiming herself in real timeâShe added that while glam and makeup can be fun for appearances and reels the beach is where she prefers to be her most natural selfâYes I wear makeup for my reels and appearances Glam can be fun But on a beach Catch me in my most natural formâsalt on my skin lines on my face stories everywhereâ she addedLisa candidly acknowledged the realities of ageing skin recalling how sunscreen was rarely a priority in the 1990s and how years of sun exposure show up todayâAnd sunscreen Letâs be honestâwho wore it in the 90s I burned myself to a crisp more times than I can count And you know what Even though that shows up in my skin today itâs okay Iâm okayâHowever she emphasised that she has made peace with it saying she is okay with the lines the marks and the stories they carryâBeach beauty in my 50s isnât about being looked at Itâs about feeling at homeIn my skin In my life That to me feels like a quiet revolution But oh yes girls and Queenagers remember to wear sunscreenâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/lisa-ray-heaps-praise-on-pamela-anderson-for-dismantling-male-gaze-in-real-time-660810.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:15:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/zoya-afroz-says-she-doesnt-agree-with-a-r-rahman-on-his-remarks-about-industry-660813.html Mumbai Feb 4 Actress Zoya Afroz doesnât agree with the Oscar and Grammywinning music composer A R Rahmanâs statement on industry discriminating against talents on the basis of their faith The actress recently attended the special screening of âGandhi Talksâ for which Rahman has composed the music The actress spoke with IANS at the screening and said she hasnât faced any discrimination in the industry despite belonging to the same faith as RahmanShe told IANS âMy personal experience has not been like this till now and I hope it will not be like this Because in our country we celebrate unity and diversity and I think that is the spirit that we should keepâShe also spoke about how films reflect society as she said âI think movies are a mirror of society they depict life Of course if there is no movie for kids they should not be shown and that is why the certification is done So I think we should keep it like thatâThe controversy around A R Rahman erupted after his statement in an interview about his experience working in the Hindi film industry During a recent interaction with BBC Asian Network Rahman spoke about getting limited work offers in BollywoodHe suggested that over the past eight years a shift in power dynamics and âcommunalâ factors meaning issues tied to religion regional identity and industry politics may have influenced the types of opportunities he received in Bollywood His comments sparked a strong public and media backlash with many interpreting his words as implying discrimination or bias within the industryFollowing the uproar Rahman issued a video clarification stressing that his intentions were misunderstood and that he ânever meant to hurt anyoneâ He described India as his inspiration and reaffirmed that his music is rooted in unity and cultural celebration IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/zoya-afroz-says-she-doesnt-agree-with-a-r-rahman-on-his-remarks-about-industry-660813.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:31:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sonali-kulkarni-says-what-a-ride-as-she-concludes-the-shoot-for-the-wives-660817.html Mumbai Feb 4 Actress Sonali Kulkarni penned a gratitude note on social media as she completed the shoot for Madhur Bhandarkars The Wives Sharing some snippets from the celebration with the team on social media Sonali wrote And thatâs a wrap for TheWivesWhat a ride this one has been sicShe further thanked the entire cast and crew of the drama for all the hard work they put into bringing the project to lifeGrateful for the magic the madness and the incredible energy that brought this story to life So much passion hard work and heart poured into every frame Huge love and respect to the cast crew and everyone behind the scenes this journey was truly special Sonali went on to addJointly backed by Bhandarkar Entertainment and PJ Motion Pictures The Wives features Sonali Kulkarni Mouni Roy Regina Cassandra Rahul Bhatt Saurabh Sachdeva Arjan Bajwa and Freddy Daruvala in significant roles along with othersMaking the exciting announcement about the film wrap on social media Bhandarkar penned on IG Today marks the wrapup of my 16th film TheWivesIntheShadowofStardom an original amp captivating story set in the glamorous world of star wives that we have delved into Bringing this project to life is beyond exciting Your unwavering support means the world as we completed the principal photography of the film Endless gratitude to the dedicated actors amp technicians who poured their hearts day and night into this project Thanks to the team of Bhandarkar Entertainment amp PJ motion picturesShedding light on his next the Fashion maker shared âThe Wives is a story that looks beyond the spotlight and into the personal lives that are often overshadowed by fame It explores relationships ambition insecurity and emotional survival in a world driven by image and success I wanted to tell this story with honesty and sensitivity and Iâm grateful to my cast and crew for bringing so much authenticity to the screenâ IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sonali-kulkarni-says-what-a-ride-as-she-concludes-the-shoot-for-the-wives-660817.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:39:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/hina-khan-takes-a-fun-acting-challenge-asks-kaisa-laga-660820.html Mumbai Feb 4 Actress Hina Khan who has ruled the small screen for years took on a fun acting challenge on social media The Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai actress decided to go from saying I love you with her expression to declaring hatred with her look in a single go However the condition was that the transition had to be made without moving the faceHina was able to complete the challenge with just a slight shift in her lips along with the movement of her eyes She was able to beautifully show the transition with minimum movement proving her acting prowessActing challenge Go from I love you to I hate you without moving your face sic the text overlay on the clip readMeanwhile Hina was recently on a family getaway to IstanbulThrough one of her social media posts she gave her Insta Fam an insight into her fun sojournHina was seen feeding the birds during breakfast with the breathtaking Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque in the backgroundWhile taking in the beauty of the historic city she further noted that the birds seemed especially fond of cheeseâHappiness is feeding birds with a breathtaking view of Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque They love cheese istanbul breakfast feedingbirds travelgramâ Hina wrote the captionDuring her stay in Istanbul Hina also enjoyed the delicious Turkish breakfast including a couple of local delicacies of the placeWhen in Istanbul never miss to explore the amazing Turkish breakfast jointsTheir view food hospitality and warmth is so special and heart touching Itâs simply unmissable and once you experience it Itâs unforgettable Loved itAlhamdullilah Evil eye emoji her Insta post readFurthermore Hina had also published some pictures from her flight and shared Here we go again evil eye emoji Thank you for the extra special care and attention IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/hina-khan-takes-a-fun-acting-challenge-asks-kaisa-laga-660820.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:57:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ahan-shetty-calls-swimming-his-therapy-it-just-shuts-out-all-the-noise-660821.html Mumbai Feb 4 Actor Ahan Shetty who is receiving a lot of good response to his work in the recently released film âBorder 2â has said that swimming feels like therapy to him as it untangles his mind and body and cuts down on stress The actor spoke with IANS after the filmâs release and said swimming allows him to focus better and tunes his mindHe told IANS âFor me it also is kind of like therapy It just kind of shuts out all the noise and Im just focusing whether that be in the gym or if Im playing cricket or paddle or football or swimming Also because of the amount of activity we do in our daytoday life swimming helps put less stress on the body but still helps tone the body in a great wayâHe added âSo I think thats a very important exercise And I love doing my ice baths as well That also helps release some stress and anxiety and definitely has a lot of benefits in terms of recovery for the body So I guess just being underwater for me benefits me emotionally mentally and physicallyââBorder 2â follows the story of the Battle of Basantar It was one of the vital battles fought as part of the IndoPakistani War of 1971 in the western sector of India The Indian troops won a hardfought battle that secured this area in the Punjab and Jammu sectorThe film is directed by Anurag Singh known for âKesariâ suggesting a treatment that combines battlefield realism with characterdriven storytelling Production responsibilities are said to be shared by J P Duttaâs banner along with major studio backing indicating a significantly higher budget and contemporary production values IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ahan-shetty-calls-swimming-his-therapy-it-just-shuts-out-all-the-noise-660821.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/delhi-hc-rejects-rajpal-yadavs-plea-for-more-time-to-surrender-660831.html New Delhi Feb 4 The Delhi High Court on Wednesday rejected Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadavâs plea seeking extension of time to surrender before jail authorities in connection with multiple cheque bounce cases Holding that there was no ground left to show any further leniency a singlejudge Bench of Justice Swarna Kanta Sharma observed that the order directing Yadav to surrender was passed only after he repeatedly failed to comply with assurances and undertakings given earlier to the Delhi High Court âYou were granted two daysâ time to surrender as you said you were in Bombay I donât think there is any ground There is no ground to show leniency anymore Today you have to surrender at 4 pmâ Justice Sharma observedIn an order passed on Monday the Delhi High Court had directed the actor to surrender before the concerned Jail Superintendent by 4 pm on February 4 noting his repeated failure to honour settlement commitments despite being granted several opportunitiesRajpal Yadav was convicted and sentenced in 2024 in cheque bounce cases under the Negotiable Instruments Act His sentence had been suspended earlier after he expressed willingness to amicably settle the dispute with the complainant company and the matter was even referred to mediationHowever the Delhi High Court had noted that no payment was made for nearly a year despite specific timelines and assurances given from time to timeObserving that âconsiderable leniencyâ had already been shown Justice Sharma had said there was no justification to continue the indulgence granted to the actorWhile directing him to surrender the Delhi High Court had allowed him time till February 4 accepting the submission that Rajpal Yadav was engaged in professional work in Mumbai The matter is listed on February 5 for reporting compliance by the concerned jail authorities IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/delhi-hc-rejects-rajpal-yadavs-plea-for-more-time-to-surrender-660831.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:25:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/taapsee-pannu-plays-a-lawyer-in-pursuit-of-justice-in-anubhav-sinhas-assi-660833.html Mumbai Feb 4 Before hitting the big screen on February 20 the makers of Anubhav Sinha and Taapsee Pannus courtroom drama Assi have unveiled the gripping trailer of the film The preview introduces Taapsee as a relentless lawyer who refuses to bow down in her pursuit of justice with Kani Kusruti handling the emotional end of the narrativeThe hardhitting drama challenges the conscience raising some uncomfortable yet crucial questions about morality accountability and the future we are shaping for the coming generationsShedding light on her next Taapsee shared âI felt it was time to bring these stories together and put them in front of people to remind ourselves that what we read as everyday crime news should never be normalised These incidents are alarming theyâre happening around us and they seem to be growing Sometimes itâs not just about the crime itself but also about how little we do to stop it in our own capacity When we shaped this into a twohour narrative it became deeply moving for me as a performer because it forces you to confront a reality we often look away fromâDirector Anubhav Sinha added âFor me my film has to hit the core of the story With ASSI it felt like a loud thud exactly where it should That impact compelled me to make this film The story draws from everyday news realities we often choose to ignore To tell a story like this Taapsee is a natural you just take her there and she delivers her best And with Bhushan Kumar backing a film like ASSI we know weâre striking the nail in the right cornerâProducer Bhushan Kumar went on to state âAt TSeries we believe in backing meaningful hardhitting stories that need to be told ASSI is a story that stayed with me from the moment I heard it it reflects realities we see around us every day but often choose to look past Anubhav has approached this film with immense honesty and Taapsee has brought a rare sincerity and strength to her performanceApart from Taapsee the film features Kani Kusruti Revathy Manoj Pahwa Kumud Mishra and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub in key roles along with special appearances by Naseeruddin Shah Supriya Pathak and Seema PahwaGulshan Kumar and TSeries present ASSI a Benaras Mediaworks Production backed by Bhushan Kumar Krishan Kumar and Anubhav Sinha IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/taapsee-pannu-plays-a-lawyer-in-pursuit-of-justice-in-anubhav-sinhas-assi-660833.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:34:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/pawan-kalyan-starrer-ustaad-bhagat-singh-to-hit-screens-on-march-26-660834.html Hyderabad Feb 4 The makers of director Harish Shankars action entertainer Ustaad Bhagat Singh featuring actor Pawan Kalyan in the lead on Wednesday announced that the film would hit screens on March 26 this year Using the films official handle on X to make the announcement the films makers said Get ready to cheer whistle and stomp your feet to celebrate our Ustaad This summer the box office will be on fire with the duo of power star and cult captain UstaadBhagatSingh GRAND RELEASE WORLDWIDE ON 26th MARCH 2026It may be recalled that dubbing for the film had begun only on January 27 this year Well known production house Mythri Movie Makers which is producing the film had taken to its X timeline to share a video clip showing director Harish Shankar joining in the pooja that was conducted prior to the commencement of dubbing for the filmThe production house wrote UstaadBhagatSingh dubbing begins on an auspicious note Get ready for the POWERFUL DIALOGUES penned by our CULT CAPTAIN POWER STAR PawanKalyan harish2you sreeleela14 RaashiiKhanna ThisIsDSP rparthiepan DoPBose AnandSai Venupro MythriOfficial SonyMusicSouth UBSthefilmThe film has triggered huge excitement among fans and film buffsIt may be recalled that on July 29 last year the makers of the film had announced that the unit had completed shooting the films climaxTaking to its X timeline production house Mythri Movie Makers had then saidUstaadBhagatSingh completes shooting for climax An electrifying climax high on emotions and action was wrapped up under the supervision of NabaKanta masterThe production house had praised actor Pawan Kalyan for making time for their films shoot despite his busy schedule as he was also the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra PradeshIt may be recalled that Pawan Kalyan had officially joined the unit that was shooting in Hyderabad in the month of June last yearSreeleela plays the female lead in this film which is being produced on a grand scale by Naveen Yerneni and Y Ravi Shankar under the Mythri Movie Makers bannerMusic for this film is being composed by Rockstar Devi Sri Prasad who is on a success spree Cinematography for the film is by Ayananka Bose while editing is being taken care of by Ujjwal KulkarniThe duo of RamLaxman has choreographed the action sequences in this film which has Anand Sai as its production designer Screenplay for the film is by K Dasharath while additional writing is by C Chandra Mohan IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/pawan-kalyan-starrer-ustaad-bhagat-singh-to-hit-screens-on-march-26-660834.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:35:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ajay-devgn-lauds-shatak-trailer-exploring-100-years-of-rss-660839.html Mumbai Feb 4 Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn is impressed with the trailer of the upcoming film âShatakâ On Wednesday the actor took to his X formerly Twitter and shared the trailer of the film He wrote âRSS ko sau saal poore hone par dher saari badhaaiyan Inn sau saalon mein rashtra nirmaan mein sangh ka bada yogdaan raha hai Iss kaam par aur roshni daalne aa rahi hai film Shatak Yeh rahi uski pehli jhalak Shatak ke sampurn team ko meri ore se dher saari shubhkamnaye Congratulations on RSS completing a hundred years In these years the Sangh has made a significant contribution to nationbuilding The film Shatak is coming to shed more light on this matter Heres its first glimpse My best wishes to the entire team of ShatakâThe film traces the origins of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh from K B Hedgewar and how he came up with the idea to lay the foundations of the organisationMeanwhile on the work front the release of Ajay Devgnâs upcoming film âDhamaal 4â has been pushed to July 3 this year This is the second time that the release of the film has been pushed Initially the film was slated to arrive in cinemas on March 19 However in order to avoid a boxoffice clash with two muchhyped dramas Ranveer Singhs âDhurandhar The Revengeâ and Yashs âToxicâ the makers chose June 12 as the new release date before pushing it to JulyâDhamaal 4â will retain the core cast of the popular franchise including Ajay Devgn Riteish Deshmukh Arshad Warsi Sanjay Mishra and Jaaved Jaaferi Joining in on the fun Esha Gupta Sanjeeda Shaikh Anjali Anand Upendra Limaye Vijay Patkar and Ravi Kishan will also be a part of the cast this timeThe film is jointly backed by Ajay Devgn Bhushan Kumar Krishan Kumar Ashok Thakeria Indra Kumar Anand Pandit and Kumar Mangat Pathak and is presented by Gulshan Kumar and TSeries in association with Devgn Films a TSeries Films Maruti International and Panorama Studios production IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/ajay-devgn-lauds-shatak-trailer-exploring-100-years-of-rss-660839.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:42:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/urmila-matondkar-says-life-should-be-about-bringing-smile-to-others-660842.html Mumbai Feb 4 Bollywood actress Urmila Matondkar shared that Life should be about bringing a smile to others as she expressed gratitude for all the love received by her on her birthday Sharing a dazzling black and white picture of herself on her official IG Urmila wrote My heart filled with Great Gratitude and my universe full of unconditional love that I receive from all of you and spread it right back amongst all you lovely people sicBlessed with zillions of precious moments that make up a fulfilling life she went on to add Life should always be about zillions of tiny moments when you can manage to bring a tiny smile on as many faces as possible By the grace of God Iâve been blessed with many such memories And I pray to the Almighty for many more opportunities when I can make a difference to others in any n every way possibleThank you for all the Love Support Goodness and Adulation Several members from the film fraternity penned lovely wishes for the Satya actress on her birthdayAce designer Manish Malhotra penned on the photosharing app From Rangeela to now gorgeous urmilamatondkarofficial birthday girlits been more than 30 years of iconic films together to you being my first showstopper to many other firsts together and always stunning in manishmalhotraworld sicJackie Shroff also went on to wish Urmila on social media He shared a video montage of her along with the song Tanha Tanha Yahan Pe Jeena from their 1995 blockbuster Rangeela in the backdrop along with the caption Happiness AlwaysâAfter making her debut as a child artist in the 1977 film Karm Urmila went on to become a part of several noteworthy dramas such as Judaai 1997 Satya 1998 Dillagi 1999 Khoobsurat 1999 Jungle 2000 Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya 2001 Ek Hasina Thi 2004 Pinjar 2003 Maine Gandhi Ko Nahin Mara 2005 and Bas Ek Pal 2006 to name just a few IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/urmila-matondkar-says-life-should-be-about-bringing-smile-to-others-660842.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:48:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/zeenat-aman-finds-herself-guilty-of-propagating-the-ludicrous-idea-of-romance-660853.html Mumbai Feb 4 Veteran actress Zeenat Aman decided to turn back the clock and reflect on the change that came in the projection of Hindi cinema heroines within a short span between her two movies Dostana and Teesri Ankh Zeenat Aman was watching some scenes from her old movies which brought something very interesting to her noticeShe pointed out A few weeks ago you watched me be eveteased and slut shamed by Amitjiâs character in a clip from Dostana this week you can watch me be the aggressor to Dharmjiâs character in Teesri Ankh sicIn her latest Instagram post Zeenat revealed how things changed so much within a short span of only two yearsDid things really change quite that radically for Hindi cinema heroines in the two short years that passed between the two films Itâs doubtful but I do think this scene offers a nice gender flip on the usual trope Here Dharmjiâs Ashok is naive and imposed upon while my Barkha is roguish and completely inappropriate She aggressively pursues him while he plays the reluctant and irritated object of her desireThe veteran actress further pointed out that the reason why one scene seems delightful but the other one is infuriating is due to the traditional role reversal The truth is I canât endorse Barkhaâs approach just as I couldnât endorse Inspector Vijayâs Banter and mischief are excellent tools of courtship but I think our industry sometimes took these to the extremeZeenat Aman shared that several of our films glorify obsession and limerence instead of portraying real and healthy love something she also finds herself guilty ofNow I recognise that I have played a part in propagating the ludicrous idea of romance that Bollywood has exported to Indians everywhere So this is my twobit effort to address it Let me be clear when it comes to relationships consent is nonnegotiable and respect has to flow both ways Believe me I learnt this the hard way her post concluded IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/zeenat-aman-finds-herself-guilty-of-propagating-the-ludicrous-idea-of-romance-660853.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 02:20:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/netflixwarner-deal-sparks-antitrust-alarm-in-us-senate-660863.html Washington Feb 4 A US Senate panel has flagged serious antitrust risks in Netflixs 83billion bid for Warner Bros Discovery questioning whether the merger would give the streaming giant excessive market power and reshape competition across the entertainment industry Senate Antitrust Subcommittee Chair Mike Lee said the proposed transaction was extraordinary in both scale and in potential consequence and warranted close scrutinyHe said that Netflix the worlds largest streaming platform would gain control of Warner Bros film and television studios streaming services and an extensive library of iconic contentAt a Congressional hearing on Tuesday Lee said the merger raised horizontal antitrust concerns because Netflix and HBO Max compete directly for subscription streaming customers seeking premium films and web seriesHe also warned that the companies compete for creative talent including writers directors and actors and that consolidating two major employers could weaken competition in the labour marketLee also cited vertical risks saying that combining Netflixs dominant global distribution platform with Warner Bros content portfolio could disadvantage rivalsThe Utah Republican said the merged company could withhold marquee titles raise licensing fees or favour its own content through Netflixs recommendation algorithms even small changes that could affect visibility and competitionRanking Member Cory Booker said corporate concentration had reached levels not seen for generations and warned that selling Warner Bros to a competitor could have serious consequences for consumers and for the television and film industryThe New Jersey Democrat said consolidation had often led to higher subscription prices fewer choices and shrinking opportunities for artists and creatorsBooker also raised concerns about the broader cultural impact saying another large merger could give a single corporation greater control over what we see what we hear and the news we consume while tens of thousands of workers across the entertainment industry worried about their livelihoodsDefending the deal Netflix coCEO Ted Sarandos told lawmakers that a combined Netflix and Warner Bros would strengthen the American entertainment industry preserve choice and value for consumers and create opportunities for creatorsHe said Netflix planned to operate Warner Bros studios largely as they are today keep traditional 45day theatrical release windows for major films and continue investing in US productionSarandos said that the market remained highly competitive citing broadcast networks rival streamers and technology companiesHe said Netflix accounted for about nine per cent of US television viewing time and would rise to about 10 per cent after the mergerHe added that Netflix productions had created more than 155000 American jobs and contributed 225 billion to the US economyWarner Bros Discovery Chief Revenue and Strategy Officer Bruce Campbell said the companys board unanimously determined that Netflixs offer was the best option after reviewing competing bidsHe added that the vertical merger would pair Warner Bros studios with Netflixs streaming platform while allowing the planned separation of the companys news and sports networks into a new entitySeveral Senators pressed both executives on potential layoffs price increases and the future of movie theatersLee and others warned that the deal could divert major releases from theatres to streaming and reduce consumer choice while Sarandos insisted the company intended to support theatrical releases and keep investing in contentThe hearing comes as the US Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission review the proposed merger under federal antitrust law with lawmakers from both parties urging regulators to examine its impact on competition prices jobs and the future of the entertainment industry IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/netflixwarner-deal-sparks-antitrust-alarm-in-us-senate-660863.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 02:43:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sreeleela-says-may-you-be-my-amma-in-every-lifetime-in-a-heartfelt-birthday-post-660864.html Mumbai Feb 4 Actress Sreeleela wished for her mother to be her Amma in every lifetime in a heartfelt birthday post on social media Wishing her mother on her special day Sreeleela published a couple of sweet photos of the mother and daughter duo on her IGShe admitted that her mother is the one who showed her what selfless love is Sreeleela said that her mother has always taught her to be a brave person who can handle any situationHer birthday post for her Amma went like this Happy Birthday Amma247 entertainment365 days of emotional supportAs we walk through everyday life I see what selfless love truly looks like I love what we shareâyou teach me to be brave and I teach you how to handle a storm with a little wit sicMay you always be my Amma in all my lifetimes Thank you for manufacturing me she addedHer post further included a blackandwhite photo of her mother from her younger daysOn the work front Sreeleela has come onboard Dhanushs D55 which is being made under the direction of Rajkumar PeriasamyThe makers made the exciting announcement on social media with the following post You didnât see this coming Welcoming the dazzling damsel sreeleela14 on board D55The post had a photo of Sreeleela and Dhanush together It must be noted that this will be Sreeleelas primary collaboration with DhanushRecently a firstlook video from the movie titled The Name is Kara was also unveiled by the makersGoing by the initial glimpse Dhanush will be seen in a serious and intense role in his nextOver and above this Sreeleela will also be seen romancing Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan in Anurag Basus forthcoming romantic entertainerTouted to be a romantic entertainer this yet untitled drama will also mark the Bollywood debut of Sreeleela IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sreeleela-says-may-you-be-my-amma-in-every-lifetime-in-a-heartfelt-birthday-post-660864.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 02:44:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rhea-chakraborty-expresses-gratitude-after-making-a-solid-comeback-following-sushant-singh-episode-660872.html Mumbai Feb 4 Actress Rhea Chakraborty seems to be slowly taking back control of her life She will be returning to acting after 7 long years with the recently announced Netflix drama Family Business Returning to the set after such a long time left the Jalebi actress a little emotional She ended up reflecting on her journey in Bollywood which started with a 17yearold girl coming to Bombay with nothing but a dream to become an actorRhea penned on her official Instagram handle 7 years have passed since I went to set But Iâm still the same girl who came to Bombay at 17 with a dream to be an actor A part of me moved on but a part of me stayed and waited And Iâm here once again in my chapter2 It seems Life is what happens to you while youâre busy making other plans sicâRhea further thanked director Hansal Mehta the makers and her costars Anil Kapoor and Vijay Varma for being a part of her lifes chapter 2 Thankyou hansalmehta abundantiaent vikrammalhotra aktalkies nirenbhatt anilskapoor itsvijayvarma for being a part of my chapter2 she went on to addRheas last release was back in 2021 with Amitabh Bachchan and Emraan Hashmis ChehreRheas life was left upside down after the sudden demise of her then partner Sushant Singh Rajput in 2020 She was arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau in September 2020In recent years Rhea has been a part of the reality show MTV Roadies as a gang leader She even started her own podcast with the name Chapter 2Coming back to Family Business the teaser features Anil Kapoor as the head of a multibilliondollar company with Vijay Varma as one of his loyal and hardworking employees However the story gains momentum when Anil fires Vijay leading to a power struggle IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/rhea-chakraborty-expresses-gratitude-after-making-a-solid-comeback-following-sushant-singh-episode-660872.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 03:01:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sanya-malhotra-reflects-on-the-importance-of-fitness-amp-the-discipline-it-requires-660885.html Mumbai Feb 4 Actress Sanya Malhotra delivered a powerful performance midinnings during the Womenâs Premier League Eliminator Being surrounded by so many female athletes also made her reflect on the importance of fitness and the immense discipline it requiresLooking back at the experience Sanya revealed how deeply personal the moment was for herShe shared âPerforming at the WPL was incredibly special The energy of the crowd was unreal and it felt amazing to be part of a space that celebrates women in sportSanya added that training like an athlete for her movie changed her outlook on discipline and fitnessShe called our women athletes superheroes I feel grateful to have a platform where I can be inspired by them and hopefully inspire others to be unapologetically themselves and believe that nothing is impossible the Mrs actress addedSanya further expressed This was the first time I felt so good performing I came out feeling like this was really good The crowd was amazing and it feels incredible to have performed in a stadium this amazingReflecting on her personal journey as an actor when she trained for Dangal she shared I have trained like an athlete for a year for a movie It completely changed my mind towards fitness towards discipline I still somewhere try and match that life The kind of discipline that the women athletes follow the kind of routine that they follow theyre superheroes honestly I think I feel really grateful that I have this platform as an actorI want to empower women because I get empowered by watching these women play on the field or even in my industry every day and get empowered and get motivated to be better at representing them and just being myself As an actor I follow a very disciplined life I would encourage and I would want women to just be themselves unapologetically For the upcoming players just be confident Try whatever you feel like trying Do whatever you want to do Dont let anyone tell you that you cant do it ever added Sanya IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/sanya-malhotra-reflects-on-the-importance-of-fitness-amp-the-discipline-it-requires-660885.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 03:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/govindas-wife-sunita-ahuja-says-shaadi-barbadi-hai-on-masterchef-india-660896.html Mumbai Feb 4 Sunita Ahuja the wife of Bollywood actor Govinda feels that the institution of marriage is akin to disaster She recently appeared on the latest episode of the cooking reality show âMasterChef Indiaâ and engaged in a banter with a contestant The upcoming episode recently witnessed a moment that perfectly blended progressive thinking with sidesplitting humor between Bollywood icon Sunita Ahuja Chef Vikas Khanna and Masterchef Jodi Saishree and ChandanaThe playful interrogation began during a conversation with contestant Saishree about her marriage plans When Saishree expressed her desire to put her career first and build her business before walking down the aisle turning to Saishreeâs mother Sunita mentioned âShadi vaddi barbadi hai shadi nahi karaneka isko business karnedo ladki pair pe khadi hogi toh acha ladka milega Marriage is a big disaster Dont get her married Let her do business If a girl stands on her own two feet shell find a good husbandAdding to this fun conversation Chef Vikas Khanna suggested that while a career is vital marriage remains one of lifeâs most beautiful and essential milestones Sunitaâs eyes lit up she had found her next target âAapne kyu nahi kiyaâ A visibly blushing Vikas Khanna tried to defend himself saying Pehchaan zyada jaruri hai mere liye shaadi seâ Refusing to let the worldrenowned chef off the hook Sunita countered with a laugh Pehchaan toh hai aapka oh ab aapke liye ladki main dhoondungi Kaisi ladki chahiye bataye Meri jaisi chahiye ya mere se aur achhi chahiye ya shareef chahiyeâ In a moment of pure charm Vikas gracefully replied with the ultimate compliment Aapse achhi kaun hogiâMasterChef Indiaâ is available on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/govindas-wife-sunita-ahuja-says-shaadi-barbadi-hai-on-masterchef-india-660896.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 03:50:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/janki-bodiwala-on-working-with-idol-rani-mukerji-an-actors-dream-660911.html Mumbai Feb 5 Actress Janki Bodiwala has described working on âMardaani 3â as a dream come true as the film allowed her to collaborate with the âOGâ including Rani Mukerji Janki took to Instagram where she shared a string of images from the sets of âMardaani 3â in which she played a police officerâAn actorâs dream to work with your idols to work with the OGs and to learn as much as you canâ she wrote as the captionThe actress thanked Yash Raj Films Rani Mukerji director Abhiraj Minawala casting director Shanoo Sharma and the entire team for making the experience memorable and enjoyableJanki added âAll fulfilled again and this time with Mardani 3 and guess what that too with yrf Canât thank enough to yrf RaniMukherjee Maâam abhiraj88 sir shanoosharmarahihai Maâam and each and every member of our teamfamily for making this the most enjoyable experience Go and watch Mardani 3 in cinemas near youâJanki is known for Chhello Divas Chhutti Jashe Chhakka Naadi Dosh and Vash She made her Hindi debut with Shaitaan in 2024Talking about her latest release âMardaani 3â the film is directed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya ChopraMardaani exposed the grim realities of human trafficking and Mardaani 2 explored the disturbing psyche of a serial rapist who challenged the system Mardaani 3 delves into another dark and brutal reality of our society further strengthening the franchiseâs legacy of impactful issuebased storytellingAayush Gupta has written Mardaani 3 of The Railway Men fame âMardaani 3â is scheduled to release in theatres worldwide on January 30The first installment of the Mardaani franchise was released in 2014 It featured Rani Jisshu Sengupta Tahir Raj Bhasin and Anant Vidhaat Sharma in supporting roles The second installment premiered in 2019 It was directed by Gopi Puthran It also stars Vishal Jethwa IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/janki-bodiwala-on-working-with-idol-rani-mukerji-an-actors-dream-660911.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:17:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shahid-kapoors-daughter-misha-pens-thank-you-note-for-mom-mira--660913.html Mumbai Feb 5 Actor Shahid Kapoorâs daughter Misha has penned a heartfelt âthank youâ note for her mother Mira Rajput appreciating her for âworking every day and taking care of us dailyâ Mira took to Instagram to share a picture of the handwritten letter written by Misha which read âYou are the best mom ever Thank you for working every day and taking care of us daily I love you from the bottom of my heartâSharing the emotional moment Mira captioned the post âDaughtersâMy Misha true to her nameâ Short of words just that feelingâShahid married Mira in 2015 in a private ceremony held in Gurgaon The wedding was an intimate affair attended by family and close friends They have two children a daughter named Misha whom they welcomed in 2016 and a son named Zain who was born in 2018Shahid is busy with his upcoming film directed by Vishal Bhardwaj The gangster film titled âOâRomeoâ also stars Triptii Dimri Nana Patekar and Randeep Hooda It is set in Mumbai in the 1990s and is about the postindependence underworldâOâRomeoâ is a love story set in the 1990s that is also full of action and gangsters The film is set in the postindependence underworld of MumbaiThe film marks the 4th collaboration between Shahid Kapoor and Vishal Bhardwaj after âKamineyâ âHaiderâ and âRangoonâHe was last seen in Deva which premiered in theaters on January 31 2025 The film also stars Pooja Hegde and Pavail Gulati The action thriller film is directed by Rosshan Andrrews in his first Hindi filmThe plot revolves around a skilled but defiant police officer who is investigating a major case The officer discovers layers of lies and betrayal during the investigationShahid had recently shared a glimpse of himself grooving to the peppy track âAashiqon Ki Colonyâ from his upcoming film OâRomeoâ during his workout session at the gym Talking about âAashiqon Ki Colonyâ the song is composed by Vishal Bhardwaj and has lyrics by Gulzar Madhubanti Bagchi and Javed Ali have lent their vocals for the number IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/shahid-kapoors-daughter-misha-pens-thank-you-note-for-mom-mira--660913.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/saiee-m-manjrekar-the-india-house-is-rooted-in-distinct-historical-backdrop-adds-layers-to-performance-660915.html Mumbai Feb 5 Actress Saiee M Manjrekar is currently busy with the upcoming panIndia period drama The India House and she said working on a film that is being shot in two languages simultaneously requires her to stay constantly âalert emotionally mentally and technicallyâ Saiee said âBeing part of The India House has been creatively enriching in ways I hadnât experienced before Working on a film that is being shot in two languages simultaneously pushes you to stay constantly alert emotionally mentally and technicallyâ She added âYouâre not just performing scenes youâre adapting your instincts to different linguistic rhythms and sensibilities often backtobackâ The actress said that her earlier experience with Major definitely helped her understand the mechanics of a bilingual shootâBut every project has its own learning curve The India House is rooted in a distinct historical backdrop and that automatically adds layers to the performance Portraying Sati meant immersing myself in the time she comes from her emotional world her quiet courage and the internal conflicts she carries even when unspokenâSpeaking about the collaborative nature of a true panIndia production Saiee said âWhat excites me most about films like this is the collective spirit on set Youâre surrounded by artists and technicians from different regions all aligned towards a single visionââWorking with Nikhil Siddhartha director Vamsi and the entire team has been a wonderful experience Thereâs a strong sense of focus and respect for storytelling which naturally elevates your own performanceâBacked by Ram Charan in his debut production venture the project is being shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu Mounted on a big canvas the film delves into a compelling period narrativeTalking about Saiee she made her film debut with a brief appearance as Kushi Damle in the Marathi film Kaksparsh in 2012She did her first leading role as Khushi Chautala in the 2019 Hindi actioncomedy Dabangg 3 opposite Salman Khan In 2020 she appeared in the music video for Manjha alongside Aayush SharmaShe next appeared in Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay opposite Guru Randhawa Saiee was last seen in the Telugu action drama Arjun Son Of Vyjayanthi directed by Pradeep ChilukuriThe film stars Nandamuri Kalyan Ram and Vijayashanti alongside Saiee Manjrekar Sohail Khan Babloo Prithiveeraj Srikanth and R SarathkumarIt is a spiritual sequel to the 1990 film Karthavyam with Vijayshanti reprising the same role as Kalyan Rams mother IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/saiee-m-manjrekar-the-india-house-is-rooted-in-distinct-historical-backdrop-adds-layers-to-performance-660915.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:32:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/parul-gulati-have-been-a-huge-admirer-of-bejoy-nambiars-films-660916.html Mumbai Feb 5 Actress Parul Gulati who will soon be seen in âTu Yaa Mainâ has opened up about her experience of collaborating with acclaimed filmmaker Bijoy Nambiar She called it one of the most enriching phases of her career Speaking about the film Parul said âWorking with Bijoy sir has honestly been one of the best experiences of my career I have always been a huge admirer of his films his storytelling the intensity he brings to characters and the way he creates atmospheres that stay with you long after the film endsâ âTo be directed by someone whose work youâve admired for years is incredibly special and Tu Yaa Main gave me that opportunityâ she addedThe actress further stated âSharing screen space with talents like Adarsh Gourav and Shanaya Kapoor made the journey even more excitingâ Heaping praise on her costars Parul said âAdarsh is such a committed actor and brings so much honesty to every scene while Shanaya has a wonderful freshness and dedication that really reflects on screen Being surrounded by such passionate performers pushes you to do better every single dayâFor Parul Tu Yaa Main holds special significance as it marks her second theatrical release after Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 Reflecting on this milestone she shared âThis is only my second theatrical film after Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 and I feel truly grateful and thrilled to be part of a project like thisââOpportunities like these donât come easily and I feel extremely lucky to be trusted with such a film at this stage of my journey Tu Yaa Main challenged me as an actor and allowed me to explore new emotional spaces and I couldnât have asked for a better team to do this withâDirected by Bejoy Nambiar Tu Yaa Main is produced by Aanand L Rai and Himanshu Sharma under the banner of Colour Yellow along with Vinod Bhanushali and Kamlesh Bhanushali of Bhanushali Studios Limited Rooted in todayâs creatordriven culture the film offers a fresh youthful take on love and survival and is set for release on 13 February 2026 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/parul-gulati-have-been-a-huge-admirer-of-bejoy-nambiars-films-660916.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:05:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/nick-jonas-recalls-doing-12-hour-hospital-shifts-with-priyanka-chopra-after-daughter-maltis-birth-660918.html Los Angeles Feb 5 American popsinger Nick Jonas has talked about his daughter Malti who needed to be resuscitated shortly after she was born He said on the On Purpose podcast She came to the world under sort of very intense circumstances We were expecting her to arrive in April of the year she was born and we get a call that itâs going to be soonerHe recalled his daughter looking purple shortly after she was born reports femalefirstcoukNick said We basically you know went into action and she was born via surrogate We got to the hospital and she came out She was 1 pound 11 ounces and purple basicallyMalti ultimately spent nearly 100 days in a neonatal intensive care unit and Nick admits that the situation felt perilous at one point in time He shared These angels at the NICU kind of resuscitated her in that moment and got her taken care of really quickly and intubated her and everything else Because it was COVID times my wife and I would basically do 12hour shifts at the hospital for three and a half months I could still sort of smell itNick also hailed Maltis nurses as truly angelsHe said Itâs a tough reality check Just driving there and back each day and seeing each other sort of as passing ships was a crazy thing Iâll just say this about the NICU nurses they are truly angelsNick shared that Malti already knows about the first chapter of her lifeHe added Every day is a gift and you can actually feel it on her in the way that she behaves and how exciting everything is I donât know how much she remembers probably nothing but spiritually I believe thereâs gratitude in her and sheâs incredibleThe 33yearold pop star and his wife Priyanka Chopra welcomed their first child via a surrogate in January 2022 IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/nick-jonas-recalls-doing-12-hour-hospital-shifts-with-priyanka-chopra-after-daughter-maltis-birth-660918.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:15:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/chris-pratt-talks-about-how-hes-approaching-valentines-day-660921.html Los Angeles Feb 3 Hollywood star Chris Pratt who has been married to Katherine Schwarzenegger since 2019 and revealed how hes approaching this years Valentines Day The Hollywood star told Extra Katherine is somebody who does not love to go out on Valentines Day She thinks its like a little bit too busy out there but that just means that every day thats not Valentines Day I have to treat like Valentines DayPratt subsequently offered some words of advice to other men in the runup to Valentineâs Day reports femalefirstcoukHe said So gentlemen if youre out there and youre wondering what to do dont wait until Valentineâs Day Get in early Do something thats not Valentines Day You know thats when shes least expects itThe actor previously revealed that he thought Katherine was really cute when he first saw herThe actor also dismissed suggestions that Maria Shriver his motherinlaw played an instrumental role in him meeting KatherineDuring an appearance on FOX and Friends Pratt said Thatâs actually not true Letâs settle it now I met my wife in church I was at a church in Hollywood and I looked over and I saw her And I know youâre not supposed to be like checking out girls at church but Iâm only human And I thought âWow sheâs really cuteâBefore that Pratt joked that he was sneaking glances at his future wife in ChurchDuring an appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show Chris shared You kind of dont want to be like Whoa who is that at church you know what I mean But I was kind of sneaking some glances and I was like Who is that Anyway what am I doing Come on Im broken help mePratt also explained that their relationship moved quicklyHe said God has a fastforward button When its right boom You fall in love you get married Now we have two beautiful daughters to add to my family My own journey finding a higher power and leaning on that and being like please save me and then feeling saved And then shortly later finding the woman of my dreams IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/chris-pratt-talks-about-how-hes-approaching-valentines-day-660921.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:24:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/pankaj-tripathi-ali-fazal-starrer-mirzapur-the-movie-locked-for-september-4-release-660922.html Mumbai Feb 5 The makers of the upcoming movie adaptation of âMirzapurâ on Thursday announced that the film is all set to hit the silver screens on September 4 The official Instagram handle of Excel Entertainment on Thursday morning shared a poster of the upcoming film Set against a vast golden desert the poster showed a convoy of rugged SUVs tearing through dunes leaving behind dust clouds and a dark trail that resembles blood instantly hinting at violence and power strugglesAt the top the title âMIRZAPURâ appears in bold cracked red letters evoking blood heat and raw aggression with âTHE MOVIEâ placed just below it The release date â4th September 2026â is clearly highlightedThe caption read âAb dekhiye bhaukaal bade parde par Watch MirzapurTheMovie releasing at your nearest theatres on 4th September Dekhiye MirzapurTheMovie 4 September ko aapke nazdeeki cinemagharon meinââMirzapurâ follows Akhandanand âKaleenâ Tripathi a crime boss and businessman who is the proverbial ruler of Mirzapur district in the Purvanchal region of Uttar Pradesh IndiaIn the first season the main cast features Pankaj Tripathi Ali Fazal Divyendu Sharma Vikrant Massey Shweta Tripathi Shriya Pilgaonkar Rasika Dugal Harshita Gaur and Kulbhushan KharbandaThe second season retains the main cast from the first season excluding Vikrant and Shriya and features a new cast of Vijay Varma Isha Talwar Lilliput Anjum Sharma Priyanshu Painyuli Anangsha Biswas and Neha SargamThe upcoming movie adaptation features new cast additions alongside returning stars including Jitendra Kumar Sonal Chouhan and Ravi KishanThe film produced by Excel Entertainment brings back core cast members Pankaj Tripathi Ali Fazal Shweta Tripathi Rasika Dugal and Divyenndu to the silver screenThe film was wrapped up on February 1 Announcing the shoot wrap on social media actress Shweta Tripathi shared a picture of the clapperboard with the text Mirzapur The Film WrappedShweta shared another post that included the entire cast and crew posing together for a group photo She added the text Its a wrap Mirzapur The Movie IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/pankaj-tripathi-ali-fazal-starrer-mirzapur-the-movie-locked-for-september-4-release-660922.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:28:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/uttam-singh-shares-his-experience-of-working-with-lata-mangeshkar-calls-her-goddess-saraswati-660924.html Mumbai Feb 5 Music composer Uttam Singh who is known for his work on âGadarâ has shared his experience of working with the late singing legend Lata Mangeshkar The music composer spoke with IANS and shared how the industry treated the late singing legendHe told IANS âI have always seen Lata ji as Goddess Saraswati We worship Saraswati because we belong to the arts And living Saraswati was only and only Lata ji I have worked with her for almost 40 years since I started playing around 19651966 I kept working with her And I have arranged many songs with her Here I would like to tell you one thing that there was a time when producers directors music directors writers cameramen actresses actors everyone had a wish that Lata ji should sing in our filmâHe further mentioned âThis was everyones wish When the film started people used to say âJust sing Lata jis songâ I said this because I am a very fortunate musician My first song was of Paintar Babu sung by Lata ji and Mahendra Kapoor And maximum songs if I have 10 songs then 8 of them are of Lata ji So I was a very fortunate musician So it was a great blessing of my Saraswati who gave me a lot of love And today the award I am receiving in her name this is the third award for me The first award in the name of Lata ji was of the Maharashtra government the second award was of the MP government and the third award is being given todayâHe also spoke about the trend of recreating old songs for Hindi films as he said âLook the old music is still going on Today no matter how big films are getting hit old songs are being taken So first of all this is a very wrong thing That you are making films with old songs because new songs are being createdââWhy are they not being said Because there is no depth Because there is no melody because there is no music because there are no lyrics Thats why those songs come get danced and goâ he added IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/uttam-singh-shares-his-experience-of-working-with-lata-mangeshkar-calls-her-goddess-saraswati-660924.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:33:00 +0530 https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kristen-stewart-buys-broken-down-movie-theater-says-want-to-see-what-mysteries-it-holds-660942.html Los Angeles Feb 5 Hollywood star Kristen Stewart is doing her part to preserve the moviegoing industry and has bought a brokendown movie theatre in Los Angeles Stewart explained that sheâs âfascinated by brokendown old theaters I always want to see what mysteries they holdâ The theatre closed its doors in 2024 just short of its 100th anniversaryOne of many 1920s Los Angeles cinemas designed by architect Lewis Arthur Smith it opened with a screening of Lady of the Night on March 2 1925âI didnât realize I was looking for a theater until this place came to my attentionâ recalled Stewart in an Architectural Digest profile reports peoplecomShe added âThen it was like a gunshot went off and the race was on I ran toward it with everything I hadâThe Chronology of Water director sees the restoration project as âan opportunity to make a space to gather and scheme and dream togetherâ she saidâWe want to make it a family affair something for the community Its not just for pretentious Hollywood cinephilesâ she said âI see it as an antidote to all the corporateâ a place that takes movie culture away from just buying and selling I think thereâs a huge desire and craving for what this kind of space can offerâThe theater Stewart said contains âso many beautiful details that need to be restored I think thereâs a way to bring the building back to life in a way that embraces its history but also brings something new to the neighborhood and something new to the whole LA film communityâThe Oscar nominee is not alone in giving LA cinema a boost Quentin Tarantino owns the New Beverly Cinema and the Vista Theatre A team of filmmakers including Jason Reitman Steven Spielberg Christopher Nolan and Bradley Cooper purchased the historic Fox Village Theatre in WestwoodâI absolutely love this cityâ Stewart said of her hometownâThereâs a kind of unified dissonance because itâs not really a city as much as a cluster of neighborhoods but thereâs unity in that I like the spaciousness You can decide how you want to fill itâThe Stewartdirected The Chronology of Water starring Imogen Poots is in theaters now Among her upcoming projects is The Wrong Girls which is directed by her wife Dylan Meyer Stewart stars in the film and cowrote the script with Meyer IANS https://dailyworld.in/cinema/kristen-stewart-buys-broken-down-movie-theater-says-want-to-see-what-mysteries-it-holds-660942.html Thu, 05 Feb 2026 17:17:00 +0530