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BollywoodNov 02, 2020

Aamir Khan's daughter Ira talks about her sexual abuse

Aamir Khan's daughter Ira Khan in her latest Instagram entry spoke her heart out and talked about the factors that could have possibly contributed to her depression. In the video, Ira revealed that she was sexually abused at the age of 14. "When I was 14, I was sexually abused. That was a slightly odd situation in the sense that I didn't know whether the person knew what they were doing, I sort of knew them. It wasn't happening every day." In the video, Ira added, "It took me about a year to be sure that they knew what they were doing and that's what they were doing. I immediately wrote my par
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BollywoodNov 02, 2020

Vivaan Shah tests positive for Covid-19

Naseeruddin Shah's son Vivaan Shah who was recently seen in the much-talked web series, A Suitable Boy, has tested positive for COVID-19.The Happy New Year actor underwent a test after which it was confirmed that he is Covid-19 positive. "Yes, I am not well as I have tested positive for Covid-19," Vivaan confirmed the news on his social media account.Vivaan Shah made his acting debut with the comedy-drama Saath Khoon Maaf starring Priyanka Chopra.
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BollywoodNov 02, 2020

Padmini Kolhapure launches her own music label

Actress Padmini Kolhapure of film Woh Saat Din fame launched her new music record label called Dhamaka Records. Padmini will be releasing her first song on her own record label. As per Padmini Kolhapure, Dhamaka will not only give prominent positioning to already established singers, artistes and musicians but also aim to promote new talent. Padmini, along with her sisters Shivangi, Tejaswini and niece Shraddha have always loved to sing growing up and have always had a keen interest in music. Not many people know that Padmini started her career as a playback singer, singing for iconic songs li
BollywoodNov 02, 2020

Bollywood biggies cancel Diwali parties

Amid the pandemic, many Bollywood celebrities will not be organising their parties this year. In April, actor Rishi Kapoor passed away after his prolonged battle with leukemia. Bollywood megastar has decided not to host the annual Diwali party in respect of his departed friend and co-actor Rishi Kapoor. Amitabh Bachchan considered Rishi Kapoor his younger brother. The two had worked together in several films like Amar Akbar Anthony, Coolie, Kabhie Kabhie, Ajooba, and others. Their last work together was in 2018's 102 Not Out.Following suit, film and television producer Ekta Kapoor has also dec
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BollywoodNov 02, 2020

Bhuvan Bam of BB Ki Vines fame tests positive for coronavirus

YouTube sensation Bhuvan Bam, who rose to fame with his YouTube channel BB Ki Vines has tested positive for coronavirus. The 26-year-old took to Instagram to share this news. He wrote, "Beetey kuch dino se tabiyat kharab chal rahi hai (I have been feeling unwell for a while). Tests results have come and I am Covid-19 positive," Bhuvan wrote.Bhuvan urged people to take proper precautions. "Is virus ko lightly mat lena, mask lagaao, keep sanitising yourself and social distancing maintain karo (Don't take this virus lightly. Keep sanitising yourself and do maintain social distancing)," Bhuvan add
BollywoodNov 02, 2020

FIR registered against Amitabh Bachchan and KBC

In an unexpected happening, an FIR has been filed in Lucknow against the makers of Kaun Baneyga Crorepati 12 and Amitabh Bachchan for hurting Hindu sentiments on one of the episodes.In one of the episodes, Amitabh Bachchan asked social activist Bezwada Wilson and actor Anup Soni a question related to Dr BR Ambedkar. The question was, "On 25 December 1927, Dr BR Ambedkar and his followers burned copies of which scripture?" The options that were provided were, "(A). Vishnu Purana (B). Bhagavad Gita, (C). Rigdev (D). Manusmriti."As the answer was Manusmriti, Amitabh Bachchan went onto explain how
BollywoodOct 30, 2020

Bobby Deol moves to Love Hostel

Actor Shah Rukh Khan’s production house Red Chillies has announced a new film, Love Hostel, which will be produced in association with Dhrishyam Films. The film will feature Vikrant Massey, Sanya Malhotra and Bobby Deol in the lead roles. The film is written and directed by Shanker Raman of  Gurgaon film fame. The makers of this film describe it as a survival tale in the game of power, money and principles with mayhem and bloodshed. Love Hostel will be the second collaboration between Red Chillies Entertainment and Drishyam films, who previously came together for the critically acclaimed K
BollywoodOct 30, 2020

Akshay Kumar starrer Laxmmi Bomb renamed as Laxmii

Akshay Kumar’s much-awaited film Laxmmi Bomb has already created a buzz among the audience. Now, the producers of the film- Shabinaa Khan, Tusshar Kapoor, and Akshay Kumar have decided to change the title of their film. The horror-comedy starring Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani is now titled as Laxmii.As per reports, the notice was sent by advocate Raghavendra Mehrotra on behalf of the Karni Sena. According to the notice, Laxmmi Bomb was being considered "derogatory and offensive" to Goddess Laxmi worshipped by the Hindu community. The notice also claims that the name sends out a wrong message
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BollywoodOct 29, 2020

All is well, if the language is well

Television reality show Bigg Boss 14 finds itself in yet another controversy, and this time it is a contestant Jaan Kumar Sanu’s remark on Marathi language that has irked the political parties Shiv Sena and MNS. As per report, the political parties released a statement that demanded an apology in 24 hours from the channel as well as the contestant and they threatened to shut down the shoot if they failed to do so. During one of the episodes, Jaan Kumar Sanu was seen speaking to a fellow contestant and said that they should not speak to him in Marathi if they wish to have a conversation with

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