Alia Bhatt shared her first post of 2026, wishing fans a 'Happy 2026' by giving them a glimpse of her fairytale life with her husband Ranbir Kapoor and daughter Raha. She shared an adorable picture from their New Year's vacation. The couple who tied the knot in 2022, welcomed their daughter Raha the same year. Alia Bhatt shares dreamy picture with Ranbir and Raha Alia's shared a post on Instagram which featured a photo of her dressed like a fairy in a white dress, with a wand in her hand, while Ranbir holds little Raha in the air. Alia, in the caption, wished her little angel writing, "& up you go love.. happy 2026 (sic)". View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alia Bhatt 💛 (@aliaabhatt) All three are seen twinning in white in the lovely picture from their New Year getaway. Many netizens showered love on the post with comments such as "What a happy family", "Heart is so full, such a beautiful frame", and "Pics like these make me forget every other complaint I keep having". Alia and Ranbir welcomed the New Year with their little bundle of joy on a vacation to an undisclosed location. Last week, the three were papped at the Mumbai airport, as they posed for the shutterbugs before they left the city for their holiday. Alia and Ranbir were seen in comfortable athleisure for their flight. Notably, Ranbir and Alia are known to go on a holiday every year during the New Year. Alia Bhatt work front Work-wise, Alia and Ranbir will be seen sharing screen space in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's highly discussed love saga Love and War, co-starring Vicky Kaushal. The movie will reportedly revolve around a dramatic wartime love triangle, exploring the conflict between duty and desire. It is believed that the project, helmed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, is inspired by the Bollywood classic Sangam, which featured Ranbir's grandfather Raj Kapoor, along with Vyjayanthimala and Rajendra Kumar. Over and above this, Alia will also be seen starring in an action-packed avatar in the latest instalment of the Yash Raj Films' spy universe, "Alpha", where she will be seen alongside Sharvari. The upcoming spy film will mark YRF's spy universe's first female-led action film. (With inputs from IANS)
04 January,2026 06:49 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSalman Khan enjoys a massive fan following, and there are no two opinions about it. Fondly called Bhaijaan, even kids adore Khan for his humble demeanor. The actor recently visited Goa to attend his nephew Ayaan Agnihotri’s engagement. However, he met young fans at the airport, and his reaction towards them is winning hearts. Salman Khan’s fans call him ‘maamu’ On Saturday night, the superstar reached Goa to attend his nephew Ayaan Agnihotri’s engagement. As he arrived at the venue, several kids waited eagerly to catch a glimpse of him. Some even carried handmade cards. They greeted the actor by calling him ‘maamu’. Surprised by their adorable gesture, Khan stopped and had a heartfelt interaction with them. His gesture has won hearts once again. The clip left netizens gushing. "Salman Khan walking with pure love for his fans," commented a user. Another wrote, "How cute!" A comment read, "Sabki jaan, bhaijaan." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) This is the second time the actor left us in awe of his gesture towards kids. A few days back, he was in Hyderabad for the Indian Supercross Racing League event, where he met and interacted with young fans. The actor took time to greet the children, shaking hands and posing for photographs. A video from the event captured Khan greeting each young fan individually. More about Salman Khan On the work front, Khan is currently gearing up for the release of Battle of Galwan. The film chronicles the 2020 clash between Indian and Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley. Salman essays the role of Colonel B. Santosh Babu, the commanding officer of the 16 Bihar Regiment. The Apoorva Lakhia-directed war drama is currently in post-production. It also stars Chitrangada Singh in a pivotal role. On the occasion of the actor’s 60th birthday, the first look of the film was unveiled, and it garnered rave reviews. About Ayaan’s engagement Ayaan Agnihotri, the nephew of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, has announced his engagement to Tina Rijhwani. Taking to Instagram on Saturday, Ayaan posted a series of pictures capturing intimate and celebratory moments from the special occasion. In one of the images, Tina proudly flaunts her engagement ring in a solo pose, while another picture captures Ayaan planting a sweet kiss on her.
04 January,2026 11:55 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood beauty Kriti Sanon is unable to control her emotions as her younger sister Nupur Sanon got engaged to her long-time beau Stebin Ben. The 'Tere Ishk Mein' actress shared a picture from Nupur and Stebin's dreamy proposal on the Stories section of her Instagram handle and wrote, "Ahh, am gonna cry so much!! (sic)". On Saturday, Nupur took to her Instagram handle and posted a couple of sneak peeks from her lakeside proposal, along with the caption, "In a world full of maybes, I found the easiest YES I’ve ever had to say", followed by red heart and evil eye emojis. The first pic in the post showed Stebin down on one knee, lovingly holding Nupur's hands. People holding the placards saying, "Will You Marry Me?" were also visible in the background. The newly-engaged couple was also seen sharing the precious moment with their parents through a video call. Looking mesmerizing in a floral dress, Nupur was seen flaunting her massive engagement ring. In one of the pictures from the post, a female figure was seen hugging the happy couple. Although her face is not visible, it is most likely Kriti showing her excitement for Nupur and Stebin's new journey. Reports were doing the rounds for some time that Nupur and Stebin will be tying the knot in Udaipur soon. Stebin keeps joining Nupur's family at numerous events. Recently, Stebin celebrated Christmas with Nupur, Kriti, and their parents. Taking to her Insta, the 'Mimi' actress uploaded some insights into her Christmas celebration. The snaps had Kriti posing with her parents, sister Nupur, and Stebin. "Late Christmas Post.. was busy celebrating," the caption on the post read. Nupur and Stebin, who are reported to be in a relationship since 2023 have now finally decided to take the plunge. 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
04 January,2026 10:32 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSStar couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh were recently spotted at an NBA game in New York, and their stylish appearance garnered attention on social media. The couple also posed for selfies with fans at the venue, creating a buzz among their admirers present at the match. One of the fans posted the video on her Instagram handle and shared her experience. In the video, Deepika looked stunning in her black leather jacket and smoky eyes. Ranveer was his usual fabulous, fashionable self in a black coat and black beanie. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) Ranveer and Deepika welcomed the New Year in the United States. Deepika also ticked off a Backstreet Boys concert from her bucket list in Las Vegas. Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh have been spotted lately in New York, enjoying a vacation. Fans spotted them and keenly clicked selfies with them. On the other hand, the couple also shared a special moment, preparing 'modaks' at celebrity chef Vikas Khanna's New York-based restaurant, Bungalow. "This has to be the most blessed end to 2025 -- a new beginning in honor of India. Team Bungalow had the privilege of celebrating with Ranveer & Deepika her first modak. All our guests walking into Bungalow today will enjoy pomegranate & cardamom modaks for an auspicious beginning to 2026," Khanna wrote in the caption, further offering a nod to Ranveer Singh's latest release, 'Dhurandhar'. "Celebrating DHURANDHAR -- standing taller than any film in the world," he added. Ranveer, meanwhile, continues to enjoy a strong run professionally, following the blockbuster success of his latest film, 'Dhurandhar'. Directed by Aditya Dhar, 'Dhurandhar' emerged as one of the biggest films of 2025, offering a perfect closure for Bollywood this year. With Ranveer Singh in the lead role, actors like Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and R Madhavan also feature in key roles. The film has already achieved huge box office success. It has become the "first Hindi film ever" to cross the Rs 100 crore mark in its fourth week. In two parts, the second instalment of the movie is scheduled to arrive in theatres on March 19, 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
04 January,2026 10:08 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIStar couple Suriya and Jyotika have joined the growing list of admirers, hailing Aditya Dhar's latest cinematic outing 'Dhurandhar'. In an X post, Suriya penned a heartfelt note and praised the "masterpiece." "Thank you AdityaDharFilms for giving this masterpiece. Dhurandhar what a movie! Completely blown by your craft... love & respect to you and the whole team," the couple shared. Thank you @AdityaDharFilms for giving this masterpiece. #Dhurandhar what a movie! Completely blown by your craft... love & respect to you and the whole team. Special congrats to my bro @ActorMadhavan - what a transformation! #AkshayeKhanna 👍🏻 & @RanveerOfficial congrats on a very… — Suriya Sivakumar (@Suriya_offl) January 3, 2026 The post also offered a special nod to the lead actors Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, and R Madhavan as it added, "Special congrats to my bro ActorMadhavan - what a transformation! AkshayeKhanna & RanveerOfficial congrats on a very deserving blockbuster! Love Suriya & Jo." Reacting to the high words of praise, director Aditya Dhar expressed his gratitude and wrote, "Grateful beyond words, Suriya sir. Your love and encouragement mean everything to us. Deeply honoured and inspired. Much love and respect to you and Maam." Grateful beyond words, Suriya sir. 🤩🙏Your love and encouragement mean everything to us. Deeply honoured and inspired. Much love and respect to you and Maam. 🙏✨ — Aditya Dhar (@AdityaDharFilms) January 3, 2026 R Madhavan, who was seen essaying a powerful character of Indian spymaster Sanyal, also responded to Suriya and Jyotika's review. "Wow Brother, this means the world to me coming from you and Jo. How gracious large hearted and sweet of you. All the love right back at you brother can't wait to see your movies coming up. God bless you and thank God for you both," he wrote. Wow Brother, this means the world to me coming from you and Jo. How gracious large hearted and sweet of you. All the love right back at you brother can’t wait to see your movies coming up. God bless you and thank God for you both.🤗🤗🤗❣️❣️❣️❤️ https://t.co/M8SHjw6XZB — Ranganathan Madhavan (@ActorMadhavan) January 3, 2026 Directed by Aditya Dhar, 'Dhurandhar' emerged as one of the biggest films of 2025, offering a perfect closure for Bollywood this year. With Ranveer Singh in the lead role, actors like Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and R Madhavan also feature in key roles. The film has already achieved huge box office success. It has become the "first Hindi film ever" to cross the Rs 100 crore mark in its fourth week. Made in two parts, the sequel is set to release in Eid 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
04 January,2026 09:51 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIActor Anupam Kher is set to bring back the magic of his 2006 cult classic film 'Khosla Ka Ghosla', reuniting with his onscreen son Ranvir Shorey. Taking to his Instagram, Kher shared glimpses from the film's set, showing him celebrating his 550th film with the entire team. Besides Kher, Ranvir Shorey and Kiran Juneja also joined the frame, sparking a nostalgic emotion among fans. Parvinn Dabass, who essayed the elder son, will also return for the sequel along with his onscreen love interest, Tara Sharma. Actor Ravi Kishan could also be seen on the sets, suggesting a fresh character addition to the sequel. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anupam Kher (@anupampkher) "Thank you team KhoslaKaGhosla2 for celebrating my 550th film with so love, warmth and appreciation! It is so amazing and joyous to be on the sets of our CultClassic film. Wishing everyone great luck for the part two. LET'S GO FOR IT! Jai Ho!!" the actor wrote in his caption. Earlier in the day, Kher announced commencing work on 'Khosla Ka Ghosla 2' - his 550th film, along with a detailed gratitude note. Sharing his thoughts on social media, Kher recalled an interaction with an international director at the Cannes Film Festival last year. The actor wrote, "So You are the MARATHON MAN of Indian Cinema!!" Said an International Director at the #CannesFilmFestival last year when I told him the number of films I have acted in! So today as I start my 550th film #KhoslaKaGhosla2 my heart is filled with GRATITUDE and THANKFULNESS!" Dibakar Banerjee's 2006 film 'Khosla Ka Ghosla' is a delightful comedy that connects with viewers. The movie, directed by Banerjee, cleverly tackles societal issues such as property scams and generation gaps. Besides Kher, the film starred Vinay Pathak, Boman Irani, Ranvir Shorey, Parvinn Dabass, and Tara Sharma in pivotal roles. Earlier in a 2024 interview with ANI, producer Savita Raj opened up about her plans to make 'Khosla Ka Ghosla 2'. "We all are coming together soon in part 2," Savita said, leaving the film's team excited. 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 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
04 January,2026 09:41 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIActress Sara Arjun, who made her debut as the leading lady in Aditya Dhar’s "Dhurandhar" opposite Ranveer Singh, posted a heartfelt note on social media showing her gratitude to the audience for showing love and support to the film. Calling the audience, her 'strongest Dhurandhars', Sara pointed out that this movie is proof that cinema has not lost its place in the growing era of short content. Thanking the viewers for dismissing the assertion, she wrote on her Instagram, "For a long time, there has been a narrative that audiences no longer have the patience for long-form storytelling, that attention spans have shortened, that cinema no longer finds its place. But you proved otherwise. You reminded everyone of the true strength of an audience and what happens when people come together to support something they genuinely believe in. (sic)." Sara expressed her delight that they were able to connect with the audience. She revealed, "As artists and makers, we can control every part of the process, but we have no control over the audience, and that’s beautiful. We give our everything and trust that someone, somewhere, will connect. When that connection happens, it is one of the most fulfilling feelings in the world." "I bow my head in front of God, and in front of you, with a sincere thank you from the bottom of my heart," she added. Sara further explained that being able to reach out to people is a true victory for an artist, for which she credits the makers of Dhurandhar. She shared, "At the end of the day, acting is a performative art. We do what we do so that someone out there feels something real. To see that you truly felt it, that the story reached you, is a victory I don’t take credit for." Sara concluded the note by wishing all a great 2026. "As we step into a new year, I wish each one of you reading this, good health, love, growth, peace, and prosperity. Thank you for making me feel seen, supported, and loved," her post ended. 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
04 January,2026 09:34 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSIn 2018, we first heard Baarishein. Since then, we have spent many nights listening to Anuv Jain’s renditions on repeat, getting lost in his melodies and the emotions he carves out through his singles. Each song rekindles feelings of love and heartbreak. His newest single, Inaam, released late last year, turns inward — speaking about growing up, emotional evolution, and what happens when the chase slows down. When asked whether the song was written for a version of himself that existed before the echoes of the audience, Jain refuses to choose a single timeline. The song, he explains, holds multiple emotional states at once. “I think Inaam is all of these things because it is a thank you to my audience, family, friends, and the universe for making all of it possible,” he explains. The gratitude he expresses in Inaam also carries a confession that few artistes are comfortable articulating. He agrees that it is a confessional song, saying, “People get to see a part of my life that I haven’t really spoken about — the emptiness you feel when you’re constantly chasing [something] or not taking a moment to realise what you’ve achieved,” he tells mid-day. The reward of success, Jain suggests, does not hold meaning on its own; it only acquires value when you choose to acknowledge it. “Fulfilment comes because you assign some value to it. You start caring about what you’re doing and you start being happy with these little wins in life. We chase many things with passion, but when we finally get it, that passion or the value of that fizzles out,” he reflects. The realisation that achievement does not automatically translate into contentment did not arrive all at once. For Jain, it “started happening a year and a half ago”. Those around him noticed the shift before he fully articulated it himself. “Even though I wasn’t really ungrateful for what was going on, the people around me could sense that I was not happy,” Jain recalls. “Somebody very close to me [reminded] me that what I have now is something that I wanted so badly.” The reminder was simple but necessary, he says, “So at least enjoy it while you have it.” Anuv Jain’s hits >> 2018: ‘Baarishein’>> 2018: ‘Alag Aasmaan’>> 2019: ‘Gul’>> 2019: ‘Ocean’>> 2020: ‘Riha’>> 2021: ‘Maula’>> 2021: ‘Meri Baaton Mein Tu’ >> 2023: ‘Husn’
04 January,2026 07:32 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuThe collaboration between director Raaj Shaandilyaa, of Dream Girl franchise fame, and Nana Patekar dates back to Welcome Back (2015). So, when ASP Rahul Srivastava of the Uttar Pradesh Cyber Crime unit approached the filmmaker-actor duo to create a short film on cyber security and digital arrest scams, the decision was a no-brainer. “The ad is about an elderly couple, who is asked to pay up by a fraudster threatening to implicate him in a money-laundering case. However, Nana turns the tables on him,” explains Shaandilyaa. He adds that the video aims to educate the public about cybercrime and digital arrest scams, which are rampant these days. Raaj Shaandilyaa The five-minute and 30-second ad was shot in November last year at an Andheri East studio. While the duo has worked together before, it did not eliminate the nervousness the director felt. “We shot in just four hours as he had other commitments. Nana is a fantastic actor, just like a coconut — hard on the outside and soft inside. He has his own andaaz. Unke saath darr ka mahaul toh rehta hai as he is very particular about what he wants, but it was never so with me. You just need to make him comfortable in his space. If he likes someone, he will go all out for them,” smiles the director. Shaandilyaa adds that the two have also discussed collaborating on a feature film together, “maybe within a year.” Latest cybercrimes £ Digital arrest scams£ Malicious download scams£ Fraudulent gaming and money-making apps£ AI-driven voice/identity cloning£ Sim-related fraud£ Cloning official website/data harvesting
04 January,2026 07:18 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBRTwo films, one hero — and the release plan is set. Homi Adajania is eyeing a September release for Cocktail 2, a date that ensures a clear six-month gap after Shahid Kapoor’s earlier outing, Vishal Bhardwaj’s O’ Romeo, which hits theatres in February. Vishal Bhardwaj with Shahid Kapoor on the set of ‘O’ Romeo’ “The gap was very consciously planned. O’ Romeo and Cocktail 2 are very different films, and no one wanted them stepping on each other’s toes. Six months gives Shahid the space to arrive with a new energy and image. From a trade point of view, it makes sense. Audiences need time to move on from one character before embracing the next. September gives Cocktail 2 its own identity,” informs our source. The Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna-starrer is nearing completion, with the film firmly in its final stages. Sources close to the project tell mid-day that the edit is largely in place, and the makers are now concentrating on perfecting the soundtrack. “The film is more or less ready in terms of its narrative cut,” says an insider. “Right now, the maximum attention is on the songs — their sound mix, final arrangements, and how they flow within the film. Music is central to Cocktail 2, and the team wants to get it absolutely right.”
04 January,2026 07:13 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuAyaan Agnihotri, the nephew of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, has announced his engagement to Tina Rijhwani, sharing the happy news with fans on social media. Taking to Instagram on Saturday, Ayaan posted a series of pictures capturing intimate and celebratory moments from the special occasion. Ayaan Agnihotri shares pictures of his engagement The photos show Ayaan and Tina embracing each other warmly as they mark their engagement. In one of the images, Tina proudly flaunts her engagement ring in a solo pose, while another picture captures Ayaan planting a sweet kiss on her as the couple stands outdoors with firecrackers lighting up the background. The set also includes a serene photograph of the two praying together, along with an old, nostalgic picture from their earlier days as a couple, making the post a mix of emotions and memories. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Agni (@ayaanagnihotri) Sharing the pictures, Ayaan captioned the post with a playful yet heartfelt line: “Leaving my girlfriend behind in 2025.” The announcement quickly drew reactions from friends and family in the film industry. Malaika Arora commented enthusiastically, “Yaaaaaaaniiiiiiii, tinaaaaa,” while Sonakshi Sinha expressed her excitement with, “Omg omg omg omg I cannnnnt!!!!!” Zaheer Iqbal also joined in, writing, “Broooooooo, congratulations, guys, so so happy for u both.” All about Ayaan Agnihotri Ayaan Agnihotri is the son of Salman Khan’s sister Alvira Khan Agnihotri and actor-producer Atul Agnihotri. He also has a younger sister, Alizeh Agnihotri, who recently made her acting debut with Farrey and earned praise for her performance. Unlike his sister, Ayaan chose a different creative path and ventured into music. Earlier, Ayaan got candid about his journey with music, “I began exploring poetry and the spoken word in the 10th grade, and then transitioned to [writing] rap. Subsequently, I began writing songs, including chorus sections, and also began to compose them. While I didn’t think I wanted to pursue [music] as a profession, I wanted to start putting some stuff out there,” says Ayaan, adding that his early influences include Thomas Hardy, whose works he appreciated for their ability to showcase “life from a different lens”. For those unfamiliar, Salman Khan previously collaborated with Ayaan on the song You Are Mine, which was composed by Vishal Mishra. While Salman featured in the track, the rap portions were performed by Ayaan, highlighting his musical talent. The young artist has since released his single Universal Laws and is currently working on his own EP, steadily carving a niche for himself in the music industry alongside celebrating a new personal milestone.
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