Karan Patel confirms participating in the new reality show The 50
Reality show The 50 has announced Karan Patel as its first confirmed contestant. Excited by the game-based format, he promises honest, positive gameplay and healthy competition as the Banijay-owned show prepares for its India debut on JioHotstar and Colors
15 January,2026 04:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNia Sharma calls Laughter Chefs' set her second home on returning as a guest
Nia Sharma returns to Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment amid laughter, nostalgia and emotional moments. Her reunion sparks playful banter, heartfelt memories and tears, as she calls the show her “home” and credits it for a connection deeper than her 15-year career
15 January,2026 01:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAmaal Mallik lauds fellow BB19 contestant Shehbaz Badesha's new project
A few weeks ago, Shehbaz, opening up on his equation with Amaal, had called their relationship one rooted in genuine friendship and mutual respect rather than rivalry
15 January,2026 01:33 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSRashami Desai deletes AI-generated post about Amit Shah, Mamata Banerjee
Actress Rashami Desai was recently asked to take down an AI-generated post about politicians Amit Shah and Mamata Banerjee, which she happily obliged. Sharing the communication email, she said that she was happy to see the youth raise the concern
14 January,2026 01:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRashami Desai shares her take on Shilpa Shinde vs Shubhangi Atre row
Shilpa Shinde had opened up on how she sees no comparison of herself with the former Angoori Bhabi, aka Shubhangi. Rashami Desai has reacted to Shilpa's statement
14 January,2026 10:35 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSExclusive | Srishti Singh on working with Iqbal Khan in Hui Gumm Yaadein
Srishti Singh, who plays Dr Vani in Hui Gumm Yaadein, says the show offers a fresh take on medical dramas by focusing on a doctor’s life and emotions. She calls her role mature, meaningful and different from her past work
13 January,2026 09:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIsha Malviya quits Laughter Chefs 3 for Bollywood debut? Actress reacts
Isha Malviya has quit Laughter Chefs 3 due to scheduling conflicts with her upcoming projects. She clarified that no one has replaced her and urged fans to support her career
13 January,2026 05:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentFan claims Farrhana Bhatt's PR didn't pay him for handling her social media
A fan accused Bigg Boss 19 finalist Farrhana Bhatt’s PR team of harassment and nonpayment after managing her social media. The viral claims, though not targeting Farrhana directly, have sparked legal action and mixed reactions online
13 January,2026 04:49 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentArchana Puran Singh's recent diagnosis leaves her son emotional; here's why
Archana Puran Singh was moved as son Ayushmaan revealed her battle with rare CRPS after a wrist injury. Praising her strength and work ethic, he highlighted her resilience, inspiring fans and drawing attention to the chronic condition
13 January,2026 02:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSmriti Irani reacts to old photo of KSBKBT girl gang, calls them 'madcaps'
Smiriti Irani reshared a photo on her Instagram stories, which was originally shared by actress Ritu Chaudhary Seth and featured the primary female cast of the show
13 January,2026 11:40 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSHui Gumm Yaadein – Ek Doctor, Do Zindagiyaan: Iqbal Khan details his character
Sony SAB’s Hui Gumm Yaadein stars Iqbal Khan as Dr Dev Mehta, a brilliant doctor who loses eight years of memory. The emotional medical drama explores second chances, empathy, and rediscovering humanity through healing
12 January,2026 07:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPrashant Tamang death: Funeral and antim darshan to be held in Darjeeling
Indian Idol 3 winner Prashant Tamang’s mortal remains were brought to Siliguri, with a public viewing planned in Darjeeling. Fans and leaders paid tribute to the 43-year-old singer, remembering his inspiring journey and lasting legacy
12 January,2026 05:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMasterChef India: Shilpa Shetty welcomes the season of harvest
Shilpa Shetty graces the MasterChef kitchen during its Harvest Special episode. Coinciding with festivals Pongal, Makar Sankranti, Lohri, and Magh Bihu, the episode reflects India’s shared spirit
12 January,2026 04:26 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent"Bigg Boss 19 Was Special & Introspective": Pranit More on Finishing Third
After finishing as the second runner-up in Bigg Boss 19, Pranit More got candid about his time on the show — the friendships, fights, regrets and lessons he’ll take forward. He called the journey “special and introspective,” emphasising how the experience helped him grow emotionally. Pranit admitted he initially didn’t expect to go far, but once he saw the audience support and made it to the final five, he began hoping for the trophy.