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BollywoodJul 02, 2026

Excitement Builds for Upcoming Indian Film Releases in 2026

As we reach the midpoint of the year, the cinematic landscape has been heavily influenced by major announcements and significant releases such as Ranveer Singh's "Dhurandhar: The Revenge," Sunny Deol's "Border 2," and Akshay Kumar's "Bhoot Bangla." Now, attention shifts to the latter half of 2026, which promises an array of high-profile films featuring some of the biggest stars in Indian cinema. In line with this, IMDb has released its list of the Most Anticipated Indian Movies for the second half of the year, with Ranbir Kapoor's eagerly awaited "Ramayana: Part 1" leading the rankings. This
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BollywoodJun 23, 2026

Samay Raina Puts Alia Bhatt in the Hot Seat as India’s Got Latent Season 2 Returns

The comeback of India’s Got Latent Season 2 has already sparked conversations online, with Samay Raina bringing his trademark brand of unfiltered comedy back to audiences. The new season premiered on June 20 and featured actors Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, who joined the show as guests while promoting their upcoming action thriller Alpha. From the moment the episode began, Samay set the tone with a barrage of playful jabs aimed largely at Alia, keeping the audience entertained with his quick wit and unpredictable humour. Introducing the actress in his signature style, Samay joked that she was
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BollywoodJun 23, 2026

Zakir Khan Brings Heartfelt Tribute to Fathers With Upcoming Netflix Special

Comedian Zakir Khan is gearing up to make his return to Netflix with a new stand-up special titled Papa Yaar. The announcement was made by the streaming giant through a video shared on its official Instagram account on Sunday, offering fans a glimpse of the project ahead of its release. The teaser showcased an intimate exchange between Khan and his father, Ustad Ismail Khan, hinting at the personal and emotional themes that will feature in the special. Accompanying the clip was a caption that read, “Papa’s big day is almost here. Catch Zakir Khan’s Papa Yaar, arriving soon exclusively
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BollywoodJun 17, 2026

Delhi High Court Reviews Salman Khan's Plea Against "Kala Hiran" Film Release

The Delhi High Court requested a response from the creators of the film "Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legal" concerning actor Salman Khan's request for a release stay. Khan's legal team argued that the movie is allegedly based on the blackbuck poaching incident linked to him, infringing upon a court order safeguarding his personality rights. Justice Neena Bansal Krishna's vacation bench issued notices to the film's producers, Amit Jani and Akshay Pandey, and scheduled a hearing for June 19. Although the film's release date remains unclear, the filmmakers released a trailer that same day. Kha
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BollywoodJun 15, 2026

TV actress Sanchita Ugle found dead at Mumbai home; police investigating

Television actress Sanchita Ugle, known for her work in the serial "Kumkum Bhagya," was found dead at her residence in Mumbai's Nalasopara area on Monday, according to preliminary information provided by police. Police said Ugle lived with her parents and sister and was alone at home when the incident occurred. Initial findings indicate the death is being investigated as an apparent suicide. Her body has been sent for post-mortem examination, and the investigation remains ongoing. Authorities said a sari was allegedly used in the incident. Investigators have not recovered a suicide note from t
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BollywoodJun 12, 2026

Comedian Pranit More Faces Backlash After Controversial Audience Comments

In a recent episode of Pranit More's stand-up show, a segment featuring an audience member's objectionable remarks about a woman has sparked significant outrage online. The incident, dubbed the "Rs 370 biryani" clip, showcased a male attendee recounting a date where he spent Rs 370 on biryani, only to express feelings of entitlement to intimacy afterward. The comedian's laughter during the segment further fueled criticism, as many felt the comments were inappropriate and disrespectful. As backlash intensified, Pranit issued an apology, stating that the audience member's views do not align
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BollywoodJun 10, 2026

Kangana Ranaut Reacts to ‘Peddi’ Controversy

Amid the ongoing controversy surrounding Peddi and its portrayal of women, actress-politician Kangana Ranaut has shared her views on the debate. The film, directed by Buchi Babu Sana, has faced criticism for the depiction of Janhvi Kapoor’s character Achiyamma, with viewers calling out repeated close-up shots, suggestive camera angles, and certain dialogues delivered by Ram Charan’s character. Following the backlash, Buchi Babu Sana apologised to audiences and announced changes to the disputed scenes. He clarified that objectifying women was never his intention and that he did not want v
BollywoodJun 05, 2026

‘Lagaan’ Set for Special Theatrical Comeback as Classic Film Marks 25 Years

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan’s iconic movie Lagaan is heading back to theatres to commemorate its 25th anniversary. The acclaimed sports drama, first released in June 2001, will return to the big screen for a limited run from June 12 to June 14. The announcement was made by Aamir Khan Productions through a social media post, inviting audiences to relive the cinematic experience that left a lasting impact on movie lovers across generations. Directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, Lagaan is set during British rule in India and follows a group of villagers who challenge their colonial rulers to a high-st
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BollywoodJun 04, 2026

Aamir Khan Confirms Wedding with Gauri Spratt, Set to Marry on July 5

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan has officially confirmed that he is set to marry his partner, Gauri Spratt, on July 5. Rumours about the couple planning a private wedding ceremony began circulating on Wednesday, with several media reports suggesting that the celebrations would take place next month. While Aamir initially remained silent on the speculation, he has now confirmed the news. While travelling in the United States, the actor said, “The reports about the wedding are correct. We are getting married on July 5.” The upcoming wedding will mark Aamir’s third marriage. He was previously

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PollywoodSep 04, 2026

Sidhu Moosewala Murder Case: Punjab and Haryana High Court Rejects Joginder Singh’s Bail Plea

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has rejected the regular bail plea of Joginder Singh alias Joga, an accused in the murder case of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala. The court observed that Joga was allegedly among the key conspirators in the case and had a previous criminal record. According to the court, he not only provided shelter to the alleged attackers but also supplied a weapon to one of his associates. The court further said there was a strong possibility that Joga could tamper with evidence or influence witnesses if released on bail. Joga had sought regular bail in the case registered
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PollywoodSep 04, 2026

Rapper Badshah and Punjabi Actress Isha Rikhi Separate After Just Five Months of Marriage

Rapper Badshah and Punjabi actress Isha Rikhi have reportedly decided to part ways just five months after their marriage. The rapper has announced his separation from his second wife, with the couple confirming the decision in a joint statement shared on social media. Rumours about the couple’s relationship had been circulating on social media for the past few months. On Monday night, Badshah and Isha addressed the speculation through separate Instagram posts, confirming that they had mutually decided to go their separate ways. In their statement, the couple said they had made the decision w
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BollywoodAug 31, 2026

Kangana Ranaut Defamation Case: Government Witness Cross-Examined

A government witness was cross-examined on Tuesday in a criminal defamation case against BJP Mandi MP and Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut at a court in Bathinda, Punjab. The witness, Gurpreet Singh, is a relative of complainant Mahinder Kaur. According to Mahinder Kaur’s lawyer, three government witnesses have so far been examined in the case. The complainant’s cross-examination is scheduled for the next hearing on September 15, subject to her health condition. Kangana Ranaut appeared before the court through video conferencing. Meanwhile, arguments were not heard today on an application se
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BollywoodAug 31, 2026

The Great Khali Shares Health Update After Accident Video Goes Viral

Former professional wrestler The Great Khali, whose real name is Dalip Singh, has reassured fans that he is safe and doing well after a video showing him involved in an accident went viral on social media. Khali was reportedly involved in a minor accident on Saturday when his SUV collided with another vehicle at a toll plaza in Panipat, Haryana. A video from the scene quickly surfaced online, showing a damaged white car following the collision. Khali was also seen walking towards the other vehicle after the accident. Hours after the video went viral, Khali took to Instagram to share a video up
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BollywoodAug 26, 2026

Film Fraternity Mourns at Kuku Kohli’s Funeral, Aruna Irani Gets Emotional

Veteran actress Aruna Irani was overcome with emotion as she bid a final farewell to her husband and renowned filmmaker Kuku Kohli, whose last rites were performed at Oshiwara Crematorium in Mumbai on Wednesday. Kuku Kohli passed away on Tuesday at the age of 77 after suffering a heart attack at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai. His final journey began at around 10 a.m. from his residence, Green Acres, in Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri West, and proceeded to the Oshiwara Crematorium. During the funeral procession, Aruna Irani was seen in tears and struggled to hold back her emotions