Amid the success of Dhurandhar, the Ranveer Singh starrer has now been declared tax-free in the region of Ladakh in India. The governor of the union territory announced the news on his social media account, noting that the decision reinforces the push to emerge as a preferred destination for film shoots and tourism
Nidhi Dutta said the song was created 29 years ago by her father, JP Dutta, Javed Akhtar, Anu Malik, Sonu Nigam, and Roop Kumar Rathod. She said, "Same Emotions, Lyrics that Echo The Heartache of New Characters but the Same Immortal Melody"
The cast of Oh My God 3, Akshay Kumar's beloved franchise, just got bigger with actress Rani Mukerji joining the upcoming instalment. The film is currently in the pre-production stage and is expected to go on floors by mid-2026
Simar Bhatia began 2026 by penning a note of gratitude, thanking her family, teachers, director Sriram Raghavan and the entire team of Ikkis, including Agastya Nanda
Calling the experience deeply fulfilling, Minissha Lamba said vegetarianism has brought her a sense of peace and alignment with her inner voice, and wished she had started sooner
An AI-generated video falsely claimed to be a scene from Salman Khan’s upcoming film Battle of Galwan has gone viral, drawing mixed reactions online. Netizens pointed out inconsistencies and debated its quality, with some calling it better than the official teaser
Ahan Shetty revealed that he grew up watching his father, Suniel Shetty, be a part of the iconic patriotic song Sandese Aate Hain, making his own journey with Ghar Kab Aaoge all the more emotional
Sriram Raghavan’s Ikkis, an anti-war drama based on Param Vir Chakra awardee Arun Khetarpal, opened to strong Day 1 collections on January 1, 2026. Dharmendra’s final screen appearance, with Bobby Deol dubbing for his younger portions, adds emotional weight to the film
Shah Rukh Khan faces backlash from some Hindu groups over Bangladeshi players in his IPL team amid violence in Bangladesh. An All India Hindu Mahasabha leader made inflammatory threats, prompting outrage, while political parties have yet to respond officially
Kirti Kulhari and Rajeev Siddhartha made their relationship Instagram official on New Year 2026, sharing cosy pictures together and ending months of dating rumours. They have shared screen space in Four More Shots Please
For the uninitiated, Anil Kapoor and Nana Patekar have worked together in superhit Bollywood films like Parinda in 1989, Welcome in 2007 and Welcome Back in 2015
Sudhir Mishra came out in support of Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar amid propaganda claims, calling it a well-made film with terrific acting and skilled filmmaking. He also slammed netizen calling it an evil intent film
For the uninitiated, Anil Kapoor and Nana Patekar have worked together in superhit Bollywood films like Parinda in 1989, Welcome in 2007 and Welcome Back in 2015
02 January,2026 10:31 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSSudhir Mishra came out in support of Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar amid propaganda claims, calling it a well-made film with terrific acting and skilled filmmaking. He also slammed netizen calling it an evil intent film
02 January,2026 10:27 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBoth Sagarika Ghatge and Vidya Malvade shared a picture of themselves posing with their families and other friends who joined them in the celebration
02 January,2026 10:21 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSJaved Akhtar condemned a deepfake video falsely showing him “turned to God,” calling it “rubbish.” He warned he may report the creators and those sharing it to cyber authorities, highlighting concerns over AI content misrepresentation
02 January,2026 08:19 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNearly six years after its release, Dear Comrade is getting a Hindi remake. Dharma Productions is actively pushing the project forward, with Siddhant Chaturvedi and Pratibha Ranta emerging as frontrunners to lead the film
02 January,2026 07:31 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuADVERTISEMENT
From Hollywood spectacles to Bollywood blockbusters, 2026 is shaping up to be the year of sequels fans have been waiting for. With beloved franchises returning and iconic characters back on the big screen, these much-awaited follow-ups promise bigger stories, higher stakes and plenty of nostalgia. Here’s a look at the most anticipated sequels set to hit theatres in 2026.
After Do Patti, Kriti Sanon says she isn’t in a hurry to announce her next production. The actor-producer is exploring ideas, waiting for a script that truly speaks to her, and hopes to back meaningful stories with equality and strong, layered roles
02 January,2026 07:23 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBR
After Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders, Chitrangada Singh gears up for 2026 with Battle of Galwan. She recalls initial nervousness working with Salman Khan but praises his warmth, professionalism, and caring attitude towards people on set
02 January,2026 07:16 AM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka Sharma
If 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 correspondent
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 correspondent
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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.
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