Bollywood star Kajol seems to currently be soaking in the festive spirit, and her latest social media post simply screams volumes of the same. The actress, in her pictures shared on her social media account, is seen dressed in a dazzling green ensemble. The actress struck a playful note as she captioned her photos, “Since ’tis the season… I decided to match a Christmas tree,” also adding a Christmas tree emoticon. The outfit, with rich emerald tones and a sparkle finish, perfectly resonated with the caption and echoed the joy of the festival around the corner. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kajol Devgan (@kajol) The actress had recently been turning heads with her talk show, Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle, which she co-hosted with her long-time friend and former actress, Twinkle Khanna. December also marked a significant milestone in Kajol’s career. The actress, just a few days ago, joined Shah Rukh Khan at London’s Leicester Square to unveil the bronze statue of their iconic characters, Raj and Simran, on the 30th anniversary of their all-time superhit movie Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. Talking about the same, Kajol revealed that when they were making the film, they never imagined it would become a global phenomenon for Indians and South Asians. Kajol said, “It's been 30 years, and we are happy to say it's the longest-running film not only in India but in the world, and it's actually gone into the Guinness Book of World Records, so I'm super kicked to be a part of it. I don't think we planned for DDLJ to become a global phenomenon for Indians and South Asians. I think somewhere down the line that DDLJ has become kind of a touchstone for Indians living abroad.” She further spoke about how the statue will make Indians and South Asians proud not only in the UK but all over the world. “I think for all Indians who stay in the UK or come here, it might become a moment to go see the statue, to recognise their nostalgia for the film, and there is also a familiarity, and there is also a massive pull towards it. So, I’m hoping that everyone feels that touch of home when they see us here in Leicester Square," Kajol added. The DDLJ actress also spoke about what the honour means to her. She said, “It’s incredible to see Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge continue to receive so much love, even 30 years later. Watching the statue being unveiled in London felt like reliving a piece of our history, a story that has truly travelled across generations.” This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
11 December,2025 12:38 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSBollywood's rising star Ahaan Panday recently took to his social media account to share some happy moments with his mother on account of her birthday. In one photo, Ahaan shared a childhood memory of his mother teaching him how to swim. Young Ahaan can be seen in the pool with a baby float, while his mother, Deanne Panday, holds him close, helping him learn to move through the water. In the other pictures, Ahaan and Deanne can be seen posing cutely with each other as they click a selfie. Earlier today, Ananya Panday, who is the first cousin of Ahaan Panday and also a successful Bollywood actress, took to her social media account to wish her Chachi on her birthday. Sharing a picture of herself with Deanne, Ananya wrote, "Happy Birthday, Chachi." Talking about Ahaan, the Bollywood debutant who debuted with Saiyaraa this year, he went on to become an internet sensation overnight. His movie Saiyaraa received a great response from audiences, especially the young crowd. The movie that was released a few months ago was received well by critics too. Ahaan, back then he had recalled the first time his mother, Deanne, ever saw a billboard of her son from his movie Saiyaara. Taking to her social media back then, Deanne had shared some photos and videos of admiring the Saiyaara billboard three months ago. Expressing her gratitude for all the love showered on Saiyaara, Deanne wrote, "It’s been a little over 3 months since Ahaan & I saw his first ever billboard. What a joyful ride that night & ever since for our son & family. So much gratitude for all the love you all have shown our son. Blessed to have experienced the purest form of joy (sic)." "Thank you from our hearts. God bless you and your families always & forever. (Folded hands, hugs, dizzy and infinity emojis)," she added. Following the massive success of Mohit Suri’s Saiyaara, Ahaan has reportedly now been locked in for Ali Abbas Zafar’s forthcoming action romance. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
11 December,2025 12:05 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSActress Sara Arjun has penned a deeply heartfelt note for filmmaker Aditya Dhar, crediting him for shaping her journey during the making of Dhurandhar. She went on to call him invincible, untouchable, and greatest of all times (GOAT) of them all. Sharing an image with Dhar on Instagram, Sara wrote that one of the greatest things she has gained from the film is the filmmaker’s presence in her life. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sara Arjun (@saraarjunn) “To the real DhuranDHAR with a golden heart and the courage to trust. Dearest Aditya sir. You indeed are invincible, untouchable, and the goat of them all! One of the most important things I’ve earned from Dhurandhar is your presence,” she wrote. Sara said she looks up to him as the kind of person she hopes to grow into — “brilliant, but grounded; accomplished, yet a pure soul.” “You carry so much wisdom, the kind that only life, time, and experience can teach. And what I admire most is how all of it has made you even more humble. When I look at you, I see the kind of person I hope to shape myself into: brilliant, but grounded; accomplished, yet such a pure soul.” “I truly feel God has been kind to me, because at every stage of my journey, I’ve been guided by people with genuinely good hearts, and you’re one of the finest among them. The world deserves to know the kind of extraordinary human you are.” Reflecting on his leadership on set, Sara shared that Dhar never raised his voice or lost composure, yet held the team together with patience and calm. She wrote: “The way you led all of us, with patience, with composure, without ever raising your voice or losing your calm, it reflected on screen. You were the strength that held us together. You are not the silence before the storm, you are the silence that caused it.” The actress said that Dhar dreams without limits, and watching him dream so freely, she let her own dreams grow larger. “And watching your dreams come true makes me believe that anything is possible. A huge part of why I’ve become so open, uninhibited, and so receiving as a person is because I trusted you. You taught me that,” Sara added. In an industry defined by pressure and fear of failure, Sara praised Dhar for choosing patience over shortcuts. “In an industry shaped by pressure, expectations, and the fear of getting things wrong, You chose patience to take a step back and work so hard that no one can question the product. And then, without noise, without distractions, without even a hint of arrogance.” “You went for it. How you always say, 'Arjun ki nazar sirf aankh par thi'. Your vision doesn’t bend for convenience. And in staying true to that vision, you quietly teach others to do the same.” Talking about what stayed with her most, Sara said: “What mattered most was not just the freedom you gave me, but the grace with which you gave it. You never made me feel new, small, or grateful just to be present. You made me feel capable.” “I will always remember the safety of the space you created within it. Where questions were welcome. Where growth felt natural. Thank you for giving me the rarest gift of all, a safe space to dream big.” This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
11 December,2025 11:54 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSVeteran actor Ashutosh Rana is stepping into a refreshing new space with One Two Cha Cha Chaa, taking on a comic character that marks a shift from his trademark intense roles. The actor describes the role of Chacha as a joyful kind of chaos — a part that allowed him to break creative boundaries, experiment freely, and explore humour in its most uninhibited form. Speaking about stepping into this uniquely comic role, Ashutosh said, “Chacha is a beautiful chaos—unlike anything I’ve ever played. This role let me break boundaries, experiment freely, and embrace humour in its most uninhibited form.” “I’ve portrayed intense characters for years, but this film allowed me to be outrageous, spontaneous, and joyfully unpredictable. It reminded me that comedy, when done with honesty and madness, can be deeply liberating,” he added. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pellucidar Production (@pellucidarp) On Wednesday, the makers unveiled the teaser of One Two Cha Cha Chaa on social media. For the caption, they wrote, “Love - Laughter.. Bullets- Crackers... Drugs - Thugs.. Sadness - Madness .. Jailbreak- Heartbreak ..Buckle up….this ride starts now! OneTwoChaChaChaa16thJan.” The teaser offers a glimpse into the hilariously chaotic storyline. It centres on Lalit Prabhakar and Anant V Joshi, who are assigned to deliver a mysterious bag. Just as they are close to completing their task, Ashutosh Rana’s eccentric and unpredictable Chacha bursts onto the scene, makes off with their car and the bag, and throws their mission into utter chaos. The teaser was unveiled on 8th December at a special launch event. The occasion was attended by the ensemble cast — Ashutosh Rana, Abhimanyu Singh, Mukesh Tiwari, Harsh Mayar, Lalit Prabhakar, Anant V Joshi, Ashok Pathak, and Nyyraa Banerji — along with the creative team behind the project. Directed by Abhishek Raj and Rajnish Thakur, One Two Cha Cha Chaa will hit theatres on 16th January 2026. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
11 December,2025 11:16 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSBollywood actors Akshay Kumar and Salman Khan graced the high-profile auction for the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) season 3, bringing their star powers to the event. Speaking at the event, Salman Khan, who is the owner of the Delhi team, emphasised that events like ISPL should be promoted. "Long live ISPL. It should keep continuing season after season... The kind of talent I introduced in the film industry, I hope I don't introduce the same kind of talent here," he said at the event. In a lighthearted moment, the Tiger 3 star also shared that his team is already prepared for the competition. Actor Akshay Kumar, who is the co-owner of the Srinagar team in ISPL, also addressed the media and reflected on his journey with the league. "I've been involved with the ISPL since its inception. I've witnessed its growth. When I was first told that we wanted to give all the people who play cricket in the streets an opportunity to come to the stadium, I loved the idea... I hope this continues so the talented people get the chance to play cricket and earn money," the actor shared. Also present at the ISPL Auction were stars like Saif Ali Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Ajay Devgn, and Sachin Tendulkar. Tiiger of Kolkata co-owner Saif Ali Khan said, "Cricket and Bollywood have always had a connection. Many other sports are growing, and that's fantastic, but cricket and movies have always shared a special bond in India--it is part of our culture. When Tiigers of Kolkata approached me, it felt natural. My mother is from Kolkata, my father was a cricketer, so the city and the sport both feel personal." The upcoming eight-team tournament is scheduled to take place in the Lalbhai Contractor Stadium in Surat from January 9 to February 6, 2026. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
11 December,2025 10:51 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIMake-up and prosthetics artiste Preetisheel, who has designed the looks of actors in the recently released film Dhurandhar, is sharing insights into the look of Akshaye Khanna’s character, Rehman Dakait, in the film. On Wednesday, she took to her Instagram and shared a series of pictures of the actor from the film. She also penned a long note, and shared how the character was brought to life with prosthetics and make-up. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Preetisheel Singh (@preetisheel) She wrote, “Designing the legendary akshayekhanna ‘s look for Dhurandhar was all about capturing the subtle intensity he brings to every frame. We built his appearance around clean structures, controlled detailing and tones that highlight his strong features without overpowering the character. Watching the look come alive through his performance made the entire process incredibly rewarding”. With an ensemble led by Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan and Arjun Rampal, individuality and consistency had to coexist. Preetisheel explained that the script demanded a visual universe where every character’s appearance felt rooted in the same soil but still distinct enough to instantly communicate personality. She said in a statement, “I put a lot of thought into even the secondary and tertiary characters as well because they each had their own quirks and unique traits”. “Showing their rawness through makeup was important to me. Adding detailed layers and textures helped bring out who they really were, making even the briefest appearances feel real and lived-in. Hair became a key storytelling tool, evolving across the film to show time, pressure, and emotional shifts. Even little elements like scars, tanning, sweat, and dust were added with purpose and matched meticulously for continuity. And the blood work and prosthetics took things to another level; some of it is genuinely stomach-churning”, she added. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
11 December,2025 10:42 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSCelebrities from around the world have arrived at the star-studded affair of the Red Sea International Film Festival, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Salman Khan was also one of the attendees at the prestigious event. At the Golden Globes dinner, Bhaijaan had a memorable time with Idris Elba, and he also reacted to Alia Bhatt getting honoured at the festival. Salman Khan poses with Idris Elba at Golden Globes event Pictures from the event show Bhaijaan posing with Idris Elba, Edgar Ramirez, Olga Kurylenko, Emad Iskande, and other attendees. He was all smiles as he posed for the cameras. For the dinner, the actor arrived looking dapper in a black suit and tie. Talking about attending the Red Sea Film Festival, Salman said, "I love it here. I like Saudi. A lot of people here like the culture. It's nice. I keep on visiting this place quite a bit nowadays. So it's good." Salman Khan at the Golden Globes Gala Dinner. #RedSeaIFF25 pic.twitter.com/nXH1lDFNSv — Iyan Amjad (@IyanAmjad) December 10, 2025 He also reacted to Alia Bhatt getting honoured at the Golden Globes event. "Yes, Alia Bhatt, it's amazing! I think only Saudi could've done this. It's amazing. They're going places really rapidly; it's a good thing. I like it that they bring their best and our culture together." At the 5th Red Sea International Film Festival, Alia Bhatt was honoured with the Golden Globe Horizon Award. The festival also featured a first look at her upcoming female-led action thriller Alpha. The film will be the seventh entry in YRF’s expanding Spy Universe. The actioner, directed by Shiv Rawail, also stars Sharvari Wagh, Anil Kapoor, and Bobby Deol in pivotal roles. Salman Khan’s upcoming movies On the work front, the actor was recently seen hosting Bigg Boss season 19. His last big-screen outing was Sikandar, which received a mixed response at the box office. He is now gearing up for Apoorva Lakhia’s Battle of Galwan. Chronicling the 2020 clash between Indian and Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley, the film sees Khan as Colonel B. Santosh Babu, the commanding officer of the 16 Bihar Regiment. Battle of Galwan, which went on floors in August, has been shot extensively in Ladakh and was wrapped up over the weekend in Mumbai. The film stars Chitrangda Singh alongside Salman. As per reports, the first look of the actor will be unveiled on his 60th birthday.
11 December,2025 09:41 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentJaya Bachchan’s strict demeanour and rude interaction with paparazzi has always grabbed the limelight. A few days back, she appeared at an event where she was questioned about her relationship with paps. However, the actress didn’t hold herself back and commented on their dressing, educational qualifications, and style of working. This triggered a huge debate, with several celebs slamming her. Now, Shatrughan Sinha has taken a lighthearted dig at her comment. Shatrughan Sinha takes a dig at Jaya Bachchan At a recent event in Mumbai, he said, “Aap log pant bhi achhi pehente hain aur shirt bhi achhi pehente hain. (You wear nice pants and shirts).” His comment elicited laughter, with Poonam expressing how it felt as though “the new year has already begun.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by LaxmiKant Rai (@laxmikantbabloo) For the unversed, veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha, fondly known as ‘Shotgun’, celebrated his 79th birthday recently, and warm wishes poured in from across the film industry, friends, family, and fans. About Jaya Bachchan’s remark During her conversation with Barkha Dutt, she said, “Bahar drain-pipe type gande-gande pants pehen kar, haath mein mobile le kar… they think just because they have a phone, they can take your picture and say whatever they want, along with the kind of comments they pass. (Wearing dirty pants like drain pipes, and mobile in hands, they think they can take your picture).” The actress added, "I am the product of the media, but my relationship with paparazzi is zero. Who are these people? Are they trained to represent the people of this country? You call them media? I come from the media. My father was a journalist. I have tremendous respect for such people." The Sholay actress also reacted to being called the most hated person on social media. She said, "I don't give a damn. I don't care.” Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit also criticised the veteran actress for her “harsh” comment. Her sharp comments were deemed “elitist” by several industry voices. However, the issue has now escalated further. As reported earlier by mid-day, some of Bollywood’s paparazzi agencies are preparing to file a formal complaint with the Cine & TV Artistes’ Association (CINTAA) against the veteran actor’s remarks. They are even planning to boycott the actress and stop clicking her completely.
11 December,2025 09:04 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRanveer Singh’s Dhurandhar is enjoying a monstrous run at the box office. Touted as one of the biggest films of 2025, it is earning praise from all corners for its raw depiction and authentic portrayals. However, a section of the audience is also miffed by its portrayal of Pakistani politics. Amid this, Hrithik Roshan took to social media and praised Aditya Dhar’s directorial. Hrithik Roshan praises Dhurandhar On Wednesday, the actor took to his Instagram Stories and shared his views. He praised the project for its storytelling, adding that he did not align with its political stance. Hrithik wrote, “I love cinema. I love people who climb into a vortex and let the story take control, spin them, shake them until what they want to say is purged out of them onto that screen. Dhurandhar is an example of that. Loved the storytelling. It’s cinema. I may disagree with the politics of it, and argue about the responsibilities us filmmakers should bear as citizens of the world. Nevertheless, can’t ignore how I loved and learnt from this one as a student of cinema. Amazing.” Before this, Hrithik Roshan backed Yami Gautam when she called out Bollywood’s “paid hype” trend as a growing threat to the industry ahead of Dhurandhar’s release. She had written, “This so-called trend of giving money, in the disguise of marketing a film, to ensure good ‘hype’ for a film is created or else ‘they’ will continuously write negative things (even before the film is released), until you pay ‘them’ money, feels nothing but a kind of extortion.” Other celebs who praised Dhurandhar Apart from Hrithik, War 2 director Siddharth Anand praised Ranveer Singh’s film and called it a nasha. Even politician Smriti Irani was blown away by its cinematic brilliance. Rakul Preet, Arjun Kapoor, and Deepika Padukone were among other celebs who heaped praises. Akshay Kumar also took to his X handle and shared a note where he described the film as a gripping tale. He extended his appreciation to Aditya, noting that stories like these need to be told in a hard-hitting way. About Dhurandhar The film features a star-studded cast including Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, R Madhavan, Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi and others. Released on December 5, Dhurandhar has already announced its sequel, slated for March 19, 2026. Set in Pakistan, the film follows the journey of an Indian spy who goes undercover within the infamous Lyari gangs.
11 December,2025 08:30 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentShining brighter for them We love Shah Rukh Khan when he is witty, and we adore him when he is debonair — but when the Badshah gets emotional, he simply steals your heart. Fans felt their heartstrings tug as, at a glitzy Dubai event with close friend Farah Khan — where a commercial tower was launched in his name — the 60-year-old spoke about losing his parents at a young age. “I thought they had become stars in the sky, they would not be able to see me,” he said, adding that the grief pushed him to “work harder to become a bigger person.” Reflecting on recent milestones — a bronze Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge statue in London and a National Award — he shared that he wanted to grow “so big on Earth” that his parents could see him “from heaven.” Ruling the roost Aaryan Khan, Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday Love is clearly in the air for Saiyaara. The film, starring newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, has surged to the top of IMDb’s list as the most popular Indian film of 2025. Meanwhile, Aryan Khan’s directorial debut, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, leads the rankings among Indian web series, IMDb announced on Wednesday (December 10). The platform, which tracks films, television, and creators, said its annual list reflects page views from more than 250 million monthly global visitors.
11 December,2025 07:46 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamGurinder Chadha is set to bring her British musical comedy, Christmas Karma, to Indian theatres on December 12. Ahead of its release, the filmmaker screened the Kunal Nayyar-starrer for her friends in the Hindi film industry. So, when we met her, we couldn’t help but ask if she had plans to make a Bollywood film. The bad news is that she doesn’t have an immediate plan, but the good news is that she already has an inspiration, should she make one. “I enjoyed Rocky Aur Rani [Kii Prem Kahaani, 2023]. I even messaged Karan [Johar, director], saying, ‘Karan, I spent 13 pounds to see your film. I loved it.’ He sent me a voice note thanking me. I would be happy to do something like that. But I always have some Western panga [in my films]. So, I will put that in the story,” she laughed. A still from ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’ In Mumbai, the filmmaker met many Bollywood artistes, some of whom she keeps in touch with when she is at home in the UK. The director shared that she messages her Bride and Prejudice (2004) actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan “time and again”. There’s another Indian artiste the filmmaker couldn’t stop gushing over — Diljit Dosanjh. Chadha shared that she recently met the singer and actor for the first time, and the two bonded over mutual admiration for their work. “Diljit asked to meet me the last time he was in London, so I did. It was lovely. He had watched all my films. He is another diaspora force. It doesn’t matter what you throw at him, he [bounces] back,” she said.
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