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BollywoodJun 24, 2021

Shabana Azmi falls prey to an online payment scam

Veteran actor Shabana Azmi has found herself at the receiving end of online fraud. On Thursday, Shabana took to Twitter to alert social media users about how she has been cheated by one of the Mumbai-based alcohol delivery platforms. "BEWARE... I have been cheated by them. #Living Liquidz I paid upfront and when the ordered item didnt turn up they stopped picking up my calls! I paid Account no.919171984427..IFSC- PYTM0123456..Name living liquidz..Paytm payment bank," she tweeted. Shabana's tweet caught the attention of Twitterati. Many people shared their experiences of placing orders through
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BollywoodJun 24, 2021

Britney Spears says she didn't believe Paris Hilton's boarding school abuse claims

During an explosive court hearing in Los Angeles on Wednesday over Britney Spears's conservatorship, the pop megastar said she didn't believe former bestie Paris Hilton when she spoke out about an abusive boarding school she attended and that's why she's kept quiet herself. According to Fox News, Spears told a judge during the virtual hearing in Los Angeles Superior Court, "To be honest with you, the Paris Hilton story on what they did to her at that school, I didn't believe any of it. I'm sorry." Spears was referring to Hilton's public allegations about the Provo Canyon School in Utah where s
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BollywoodJun 23, 2021

Billie Eilish apologizes for mouthing racial slur in old video

American singer and songwriter Billie Eilish recently broke her silence after being accused of mocking Asian people in a recently resurfaced video on a popular video-sharing social media platform. According to Fox News, a user on the platform posted videos of Eilish in which the 'Bad Guy' singer allegedly mocked an Asian accent. In another clip, Eilish appears to mouth an ethnic slur referring to someone of Chinese descent. On Monday, the performer posted a lengthy statement on her Instagram Story apologizing for the slur, explaining that she did not know its derogatory meaning at the time of
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BollywoodJun 23, 2021

Emmy Awards to replace 'Actor', 'Actress' statues with 'Performer' at winner or nominee's request

The Emmy Awards are giving nominees the option to be more gender-inclusive with their statues by replacing 'actor' and 'actress' statues with 'Performer' at the winner or nominee's request. According to Fox News, the Television Academy's Board of Governors announced on Monday that it has approved rule changes that will allow nominees an option to request that their nomination certificate and possible Emmy statuette use the term 'Performer' rather than 'Actor' or 'Actress'. The move answers recent calls from gender non-conforming stars to make the awards system less dependent on pronouns and ge
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BollywoodJun 22, 2021

Millind Gaba comes up with new song 'Shanti'

Singer Millind Gaba on Tuesday launched the music video of his new song, titled 'Shanti', which features none other than Nikki Tamboli. For the unversed, Nikki rose to fame with her stint in 'Big Boss 14'. "'Shanti' is a fun party song. The lyrics and music are catchy and the sets are really bright with pop colours. I'm sure my fans are going to love it," Millind said in a statement. Millind is best known for crooning to songs such as 'Zindagi ki Paudi' and 'Yaar Mod Do'.
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BollywoodJun 22, 2021

Victoria's Secret hires Priyanka Chopra, 6 others in major rebranding bid

American lingerie giant Victoria's Secret on Friday signed a new roster of female brand representatives that includes actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas, to replace its supermodels (or Angels as they were called), and focus on women empowerment, giving a platform to female athletes, activists and entrepreneurs. Victoria's Secret announced the creation of two new partnerships, designed to positively impact the lives of women. The new partnerships are 'The VS Collective' and 'The Victoria's Secret Global Fund for Women's Cancers'. Priyanka and six other new brand ambassadors called the 'VS Collective'
BollywoodJun 22, 2021

Kangana expresses happiness as 'Thalaivi' gets 'U' certificate in Tamil version

After the Tamil Version of 'Thalaivi' was given a 'U' certificate recently, actor Kangana Ranaut on Tuesday took to Instagram Story to share the good news with her fans. "'Thalaivi' gets U certificate in Tamil version...it means after 'Queen' and 'Manikarnika: Queen of Jhansi' one more film of mine which even children can enjoy with parents and grandparents," Kangana wrote. Directed by A.L. Vijay, 'Thalaivi' revolves around the life of late politician Jayalalithaa. Kangana will be seen playing the titular role of Jayalalithaa.
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BollywoodJun 22, 2021

Swara Bhasker, Divya Dutta' s 'Sheer Qorma' to be screened at Indian Film Festival Stuttgart

Swara Bhasker and Divya Dutta-starrer 'Sheer Qorma' is all set to be screened at the upcoming edition of Indian Film Festival Stuttgart (IFFS), which will take place from July 21 to 25. Directed by Faraz Arif Ansari, 'Sheer Qorma' is based on an LGBTQ+ theme and it narrates a story of love between two women (played by Divya and Swara). Sharing the news on her Twitter handle, Swara wrote: "HUGE! #SheerQorma will have its German Premiere at the prestigious #IFFStuttgart ! Also nominated for the Best Film Award and German Star of India Award. Grateful to the entire team at Indisches Filmfestival
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BollywoodJun 22, 2021

After 'Sherni', Vidya Balan gets candid on real life lionesses

Vidya Balan, who is currently basking in praise after the release of her action-thriller movie 'Sherni', says she thinks every woman is a lioness in real life, much like the character she played in the film. "Every woman is a 'Sherni'. A few of them are bold and badass; while others are introverted just like Vidya Vincent, but does that make them inferior? I think they have the ability to do the right tasks in the right ways--- even if that makes her liable for punishment", says Vidya. On a related note, Vidya also shared her excitement on the trailer launch of the movie earlier, and said, "T

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BollywoodJan 28, 2026

Welcome Franchise Returns with Third Film Set for 2026 Release

The makers officially announced the release date of Welcome to the Jungle, the third chapter in the much-loved Welcome film series. After facing several postponements since 2024, the film is now locked for a theatrical release on June 26, 2026. Helmed by director Ahmed Khan, Welcome to the Jungle features a grand ensemble cast comprising more than 30 actors. The line-up includes Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff, Raveena Tandon, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Johnny Lever, Aftab Shivdasani, Lara Dutta, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor, D
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BollywoodJan 28, 2026

Priyanka Chopra to Lead Harvard’s India Conference 2026

The 23rd edition of the India Conference at Harvard University will be held on February 14 and 15, 2026, at the university’s campus. Organised by students, the annual event will be led by actor and global icon Priyanka Chopra and will focus on India’s changing influence in the global arena. Alongside Priyanka, the conference will host a notable roster of speakers, including Dr Shashi Tharoor and Amitav Acharya, as well as other prominent figures from the worlds of policy-making, academia, business, and culture. This year’s theme, “The India We Imagine,” invites speakers to explore t
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BollywoodJan 28, 2026

Arijit Singh Steps Back from Playback Singing, Chooses a Quieter Musical Path

Arijit Singh, widely regarded as one of the most cherished voices in Indian music, has taken fans by surprise with an unexpected announcement: he is stepping away from playback singing. The singer shared this update on Instagram, instantly stirring emotions among listeners who have grown up with his songs and associate his voice with an entire era of Bollywood music. In his heartfelt Instagram post, Arijit expressed sincere gratitude to his audience for the constant love and support he has received throughout his journey. He revealed that he will no longer be accepting new projects as a play
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BollywoodJan 27, 2026

Mouni Roy Claims Distressing Experience During Wedding Performance in Karnal

Actor Mouni Roy has spoken out about an alleged incident of harassment that she says took place during her performance at a private wedding event in Karnal. According to Mouni, the uncomfortable episode unfolded while she was on stage entertaining guests at the function. She alleged that a section of the audience behaved in an inappropriate manner, passing offensive comments and crossing personal boundaries. In her note, the actress expressed shock over the conduct of some attendees, including elderly men, stating that their actions left her feeling humiliated. The actress further claimed t
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BollywoodJan 27, 2026

Anurag Singh’s Border 2 Storms Past ₹100 Crore in Just Three Days

Anurag Singh, the celebrated Punjabi filmmaker from Jalandhar who enjoys a massive fan following, has delivered a blockbuster moment with his latest directorial Border 2. The patriotic action drama has achieved a major milestone by crossing the ₹100 crore mark at the domestic box office within just three days of its release, according to the film’s makers. Backed by T-Series and J P Films, Border 2 features an ensemble cast led by Sunny Deol, alongside Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty. The war drama opened to a solid ₹32.10 crore nett on day one, followed by ₹40.59 cror