Spotted in the city: Arjun Bijlani, Janhvi Kapoor, Nia Sharma and more
Spotted in the city: It's time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day.
01 January,2026 10:10 PM IST | Amarylisa GonsalvesIf latest developments are to be believed, filmmaker Farhan Akhtar is allegedly considering The Ba***ds of Bollywood star Rajat Bedi to replace Vikrant Massey in the highly-anticipated Don 3. Vikran had earlier exited the project due to lack of depth
01 January,2026 09:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentKapil Sharma has hit back at a troll who called him an 'idiot' and 'clown' on social media. It started when a user shared a clip from his show about a Chak De India hero confusion during a episode with Amol Muzumdar
01 January,2026 08:41 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentArjun Bijlani was seen breaking down in tears at his father-in-law's funeral in a video that has now surfaced online. His father-in-law, Rakesh Chandra Swami, passed away on Thursday after suffering a brain stroke
01 January,2026 07:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentStranger Things season 5 concludes with Hawkins finding peace, but Eleven’s fate remains deliberately ambiguous. The Duffer Brothers chose hope over certainty, leaving fans with an emotional, open-ended farewell
01 January,2026 07:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentVirat Kohli’s first Instagram post of 2026 featuring Anushka Sharma from their Dubai New Year celebrations won hearts online. Fans poured in love as the couple rang in the year in style
01 January,2026 06:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentEntertainment Top Stories: End your day with the most happening highlights. It's time to relax and take a look at the latest news and events.
01 January,2026 06:39 PM IST | Amarylisa GonsalvesVecna’s transformation in Stranger Things 5 relies heavily on practical prosthetic makeup, taking nearly seven hours daily to apply, with CGI used only to enhance details. The physical effects shape Jamie Campbell Bower’s performance, creating a realistic, menacing villain
01 January,2026 05:53 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTelevision actor and host Arjun Bijlani's father-in-law, Rakesh Chandra Swami, passed away on January 1, after suffering a stroke. According to reports, he has been on ventilator support. The couple had also cut short their Dubai vacation after learning about his health
01 January,2026 06:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAmid reports of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love and War getting delayed, Vicky Kaushal has now shared an update on the film, revealing that they are currently filming it. The actor also opened up about his experience working with the ace filmmaker
01 January,2026 04:58 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMusic composers Sachet and Parampara were recently mobbed by a huge crowd after their New Year's concert in West Bengal. The unruly crowd even damaged their car by breaking the rear glass
01 January,2026 04:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentYami Gautam–Emraan Hashmi’s courtroom drama Haq, inspired by Shah Bano’s landmark legal battle, is set to stream on Netflix from January 2. The film follows Shazia’s fight for justice, praised for its sensitive storytelling, performances, and thoughtful visual detailing
01 January,2026 04:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Stranger Things Season 5 finale leaves Eleven’s fate ambiguous after her apparent sacrifice to stop Dr Kay. The Duffer Brothers confirm the ending is intentionally open, rooted in hope and belief rather than certainty
01 January,2026 04:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBobby Deol reacts as Esha Deol remembers Dharmendra on New Year
Esha Deol welcomed 2026 by sharing a picture from her celebration in Dubai, remembering her late father Dharmendra, who passed away in November 2025. Her half-brother Bobby Deol reacted to the post with heart emojis
01 January,2026 07:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentZahan Kapoor on not getting work despite Black Warrant being a hit
After earning acclaim for Black Warrant, Zahan Kapoor says he is yet to sign his next project despite the show’s success. The actor insists he’s prioritising meaningful stories over PR-driven relevance
01 January,2026 06:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRam Gopal Varma takes a dig at Toxic for clashing with Dhurandhar 2
Ram Gopal Varma has thrown his weight behind Dhurandhar 2 ahead of its 2026 box office clash with Yash’s Toxic. The filmmaker boldly predicts Aditya Dhar’s sequel will dominate the numbers
01 January,2026 06:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIkkis: Bobby Deol dubbed for a young Dharmendra in Sriram Raghavan's directorial
Dharmendra’s final film Ikkis sees the legendary actor play Brigadier M.L. Kheterpal, the emotional core of Sriram Raghavan’s anti-war drama. His son Bobby Deol dubbed for him in select portions, while Sunny and Bobby paid a heartfelt tribute ahead of the release
01 January,2026 02:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSunny, Bobby Deol call Ikkis Dharmendra's 'gift to the earth'
Earlier this week, Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol were present at the special screening of Ikkis, where the visibly emotional actors stood beside Dharmendra's poster.
01 January,2026 01:09 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIKapil Sharma's Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 re-release set for January 9
Kapil Sharma’s Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 is set for a theatrical re-release on January 9, 2026, after strong word of mouth. The family entertainer returns to capitalise on audience demand despite its earlier limited screen run
01 January,2026 12:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Bombay Film Story: Singer Shilpa Rao Gets Candid On Mumbai Struggles
In this heartfelt episode of The Bollywood Film Story, singer Shilpa Rao sits down with Mayank Shekhar for a deeply personal and thought-provoking conversation. Shilpa opens up about growing up with a father who quietly shaped her musical journey, her early struggles after arriving in Mumbai, and why she believes “Bombay people are not starstruck.” She reflects on life-altering failures, the importance of constantly learning, and the moment her first song changed everything.
Vecna vs Netflix: Stranger Things finale causes massive streaming meltdown
Netflix released the Stranger Things finale on December 31, but massive traffic briefly crashed the app. Fans flooded X with memes, frustration and jokes blaming Vecna, turning the outage into a viral moment as the decade-long series ended
01 January,2026 11:20 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentKhatron Ke Khiladi 15 to Subedaar, top shows to watch in 2026
Streaming turns super-sized in 2026 as OTT lines up edgy thrillers, grand period epics, and fan-favourite sequels. Expect bigger casts, bolder stories, and worlds that don’t fit inside the frame
01 January,2026 08:11 AM IST | Mumbai | Letty Mariam AbrahamDoes the Stranger Things finale hint at Steve Harrington's death? Find out
Jim Hopper urges Eleven to fight one last time, for the sake of her friends, and for the days that await them after all of this is over, setting the tone for a showdown driven by emotion as well as spectacle
31 December,2025 01:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentKaran Tacker calls it 'most disturbing experience' on being a part of Bhay
Karan Tacker discusses the psychological toll of portraying real-life paranormal investigator Gaurav Tiwari in his latest outing ‘Bhay’. The actor calls it the most disturbing experience of his life
30 December,2025 07:56 AM IST | Mumbai | Letty Mariam AbrahamNetizens react to Sunil Grover's mimicry as Aamir Khan, call it better than AI
Sunil Grover wowed fans on The Great Indian Kapil Show with a spot-on impersonation of Aamir Khan, complete with look, mannerisms and witty banter. His mimicry sparked hilarious moments, drew praise online, and left many viewers briefly mistaking him for the Bollywood superstar
29 December,2025 06:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMouni Roy runs for life after hearing leopard's spine-chilling roar on her trek
The 'Naagin' actress shared another hint in the form of another video of something exciting being made in the kitchen.
28 December,2025 02:30 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSHollywood film producer Meyer Gottlieb passes away at 86
The news of his demise was shared by Meyer's wife Pattikay Gottlieb, as per The Hollywood Reporter. He breathed his last on Monday at his home in Los Angeles.
01 January,2026 04:47 PM IST | Los Angeles | ANIThe Wire actor Isiah Whitlock Jr passes away at 71
Isiah Whitlock was a prolific character actor and a frequent collaborator of Spike Lee, appearing in his films BlacKkKlansman, Da 5 Bloods, She Hate Me, 5th Hour, Red Hook Summer and Chi-Raq
01 January,2026 12:38 PM IST | Los Angeles | ANIGeorge Clooney teases next Ocean's Eleven film with Brad Pitt, Matt Damon
George Clooney shared his plans to revive the iconic Ocean's Eleven. Clooney featured in the lead alongside actors like Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Matt Damon, and Don Cheadle
01 January,2026 10:34 AM IST | Los Angeles | ANIAvengers Doomsday to The Odyssey, must-watch Hollywood films in 2026
After 2025 exposed franchise fatigue and inconsistent footfalls, Hollywood heads into 2026 with lessons learned. The coming year sees studios doubling down on scale, star power and stortelling ambition
01 January,2026 07:46 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamJennifer Lopez is currently single and wants to focus on herself
Jennifer Lopez is focusing on being single. Nearly a year after the performer finalized her divorce from Ben Affleck, she is occupied with her children and work
31 December,2025 02:26 PM IST | Los Angeles | IANSImran bids adieu to 2025 by recalling his film on India’s Mangalyaan mission
In 2018, Imran Khan had taken up to make a short film on India's Mangalyaan mission. This passion project came three years after he quit acting
31 December,2025 02:19 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBigg Boss 19's Gaurav Khanna reacts to being 'Colors face' controversy
Gaurav Khanna addressed claims that he won Bigg Boss 19 due to fame or being a “Colors face,” calling them baseless. He credited his 20 years of hard work and smart gameplay, saying the show was about personal growth, not pleasing others
01 January,2026 06:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentGarima Kaushal talks about entering Sumbul Touqeer's Itti Si Khushi as Dhruvi
Itti Si Khushi follows Anvita as she navigates emotional turmoil caused by Sanjay’s insecurity and Virat’s return, now bitter and controlling. When Virat threatens to demolish Percy Cafe, Anvita fights to save it
01 January,2026 04:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentKBC 17: Big B pokes fun at Agastya Nanda’s gentlemanly act with Simar Bhatia
Agastya Nanda appeared on Kaun Banega Crorepati with Ikkis co-star Simar Bhatia to promote the film. Amitabh Bachchan teased Agastya for being overly formal and caring toward Simar, while also sharing a heartfelt anecdote honoring late co-star Dharmendra from Sholay
01 January,2026 02:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentArjun Bijlani and Neha Swami skip New Year celebration; father-in-law admitted
Arjun Bijlani cut short his New Year trip to Dubai and rushed back to Mumbai after his father-in-law was admitted to the ICU. The actor prioritised family amid the emergency, while fans and industry colleagues sent prayers and support for his recovery
01 January,2026 01:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentParas Chhabra talks about Sidharth Shukla, Shefali Jariwala's death
Paras shared that after witnessing the untimely deaths of his friends from his BB 13 season, he has come to feel that one should also live in the moment as much as possible
01 January,2026 12:05 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSSara Khan and Krishh Pathak launch production house months after marriage
Actors Sara Khan and Krish Pathak who recently tied the knot have now turned business partners by launching their own production house. The couple is also working on a feature film together
31 December,2025 06:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSoundarya Rajinikanth announces February 6 as release date for With Love
Produced by Soundarya Rajinikanth, With Love stars Abishan Jeevinth and Anaswara Rajan and is set for a February 6 release. The romantic entertainer has already created buzz with its quirky title teaser and strong technical team
01 January,2026 08:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentDhanush looks back at 2025: 'Three superhits in three different languages'
He wished the netizens a great 2026, saying, "As we welcome 2026, I wish you and your families a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year. May it bring you joy, success, and everything your heart desires
01 January,2026 03:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRajinikanth keeps up with New Year tradition, greets fans outside Chennai home
Rajinikanth greeted fans outside his Chennai residence on New Year’s Day, continuing his annual tradition. The superstar also shared an iconic Muthu dialogue on social media to wish fans a happy 2026
01 January,2026 02:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTeja Sajja calls reports of exiting Rishab Shetty’s Jai Hanuman 'false news'
Teja Sajja has denied reports of exiting Jai Hanuman or distancing himself from the PVCU, calling them false. The actor confirmed he remains part of the sequel, starring Rishab Shetty, which is yet to begin filming
01 January,2026 12:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSandeep Reddy Vanga unveils first look of Prabhas, Triptii Dimri's Spirit
The first look of Spirit is out. Released on New Year, the poster shows a wounded Prabhas in a fierce avatar while Triptii Dimri lights his cigarette, offering a glimpse into Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s much-awaited intense saga
01 January,2026 08:57 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentEverything you need to know about AR Rahman's acting debut Moonwalk
A R Rahman is set to make his acting debut in Manoj N S’s Moonwalk, playing a fictional “angry young film director.” The film stars Prabhudeva in the lead and promises a quirky, experimental narrative
31 December,2025 06:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent