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Exclusive | Chef Sanjeev Kapoor: 'Social media gives visibility, not expertise'

In an exclusive chat, legendary chef Sanjeev Kapoor tracks his journey from receiving sacks of handwritten fan mail to navigating today's digital landscape, offering crucial insights on maintaining lasting audience trust

15 June,2026 03:31 PM IST | Mumbai | Oshin Fernandes
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Comedian Madhur Virli apologises after backlash over controversial rape joke

Comedian Madhur Virli apologised after facing backlash for a controversial joke involving rape and a “cuddle” reference. Acknowledging the hurt caused, he admitted the joke was wrong, said he learned from the criticism, and promised to be more mindful in future performances

15 June,2026 12:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Kunal Kamra takes a jibe at Pranit More's apology amid Rs 370 biryani row

Amid the ongoing row surrounding the Rs 370 biryani comment at Pranit More's show, comedian Kunal Kamra has now taken a dig after the former apologised. He said that comedians should stop hiding behind crowdwork

14 June,2026 05:51 PM IST | Mumbai
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Rajasthani influencer Anita Bishnoi consumes poison after facing trolling

Rajasthani content creator Anita Dinram Bishnoi was hospitalised after reportedly consuming poison during an Instagram Live session. Before the incident, she alleged that she had been facing online harassment, defamation and threats from several individuals

04 June,2026 12:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Samay Raina announces India’s Got Latent Season 2 comeback with new set

Samay Raina has confirmed that filming for India’s Got Latent Season 2 is underway. Sharing a behind-the-scenes photo from the set, the comedian teased the show's return months after its controversial first season was taken down from YouTube

29 May,2026 01:34 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Shenaz Treasury slammed as ‘anti-national’ over cleanliness remarks; she reacts

Ishq Vishk actress and vlogger Shenaz Treasury faced backlash after calling India “the dirtiest country” while praising Sri Lanka’s cleanliness in a viral travel video

28 May,2026 02:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Sara Tendulkar calls out paparazzo for body-shaming her

Sara Tendulkar recently took to her Instagram stories to lash out at a paparazzo for capturing her from an inappropriate angle and body-shaming her. She called them disgusting

21 May,2026 06:00 PM IST | Mumbai

Ankush Bahugana faces homophobic abuse on London streets over pink suit

Ankush Bahuguna revealed he faced homophobic abuse on the streets of London after attending a beauty event in a pink suit and makeup look. The influencer said multiple groups mocked him throughout the day, leaving him shocked and intimidated

19 May,2026 09:31 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI

RJ Mahvash says she has been a good friend to Yuzvendra Chahal

RJ Mahvash has dismissed rumours of dating Yuzvendra Chahal, saying she has only been a supportive friend . She also clarified that their social media unfollowing was merely a minor disagreement between friends

18 May,2026 12:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

India's Got Latent 2: RJ Mahvash reveals Samay Raina invited her for the sequel

RJ Mahvash confirmed she will join Season 2 of India's Got Latent after comedian Samay Raina personally invited her. She also defended creators linked to the show’s past controversy

17 May,2026 10:55 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Hairstylist Aalim Hakim calls out actors whose managers disrespect crew

Celebrity hairstylist Aalim Hakim has sparked a conversation by announcing that he will work with actors whose managers disrespect the crew and creative people accompanying them. His decision was lauded by many celebrities, including Rajkummar Rao, Farah Khan and others

15 May,2026 03:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

NEET-UG cancelled: Kamal Haasan slams authorities, speaks in support of students

After NEET-UG 2026 was cancelled amid alleged paper leak and malpractice concerns, Kamal Haasan came out in support of the 22 lakh affected students. Calling it a “criminal conspiracy,” the actor asked who would take responsibility for the mental trauma caused to aspirants

12 May,2026 07:09 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay shuts down over 700 government liquor shops, here's why

Vijay has issued orders for a total of 717 government run TASMAC retail liquor shops across Tamil Nadu to be closed within two weeks, for the welfare of the general public

12 May,2026 03:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent