Bhumi Pednekar gets candid about Sonchiriya, a performance she believes was her best, and her experience working with late actor Sushant Singh Rajput. Decribing his journey and work, she says it's a blessing to have a co-star like him
Bhumi Pednekar reflected on her father, a young Maharashtra minister who left politics for family, and his enduring influence on her values. She recalled losing him early, shared her parents’ activist love story, and expressed patriotism, emphasising service and socially driven cinema
Bhumi Pednekkar revealed how she was thrown out of film school for having low attendance, while she was still paying her student loan. She also got candid about her first job as a casting directpr at YRF, which gave her Rs 7,000
Bhumi Pednekar expressed her admiration for Priyanka Chopra, recalling a memorable school annual day incident that showcased Priyanka’s early talent and charm. She spoke about their bond and how Priyanka’s journey continues to inspire her and many in Bollywood
Iulia Vantur revealed that the best advice she got from Salman Khan was to be true to herself, as that will reflect on camera and said he loved her song Tere Sang
Bhumi Pednekar revealed that Randeep Hooda is her distant cousin through her maternal Haryanvi roots, recalling meeting him at a family wedding. She also shared an unforgettable encounter with Shah Rukh Khan, praising his humility, warmth, and respectful nature that left a lasting impression
Mouni Roy announced that she has wrapped up filming for The Wives, calling it a beautiful film and one of her favourite roles she has done so far in her career
Bhumi Pednekar criticised today’s film criticism culture, saying everyone has become a critic without deep cinematic understanding. She lamented the obsession with opening numbers, harsh social media discourse, and PR-driven narratives, adding that smaller, word-of-mouth films are losing the opportunity to grow
With Akshay Kumar, Anupam Kher, and Manoj Bajpayee as the core cast, the project also has Jimmy Sheirgill, Kajal Aggarwal, Rajesh Sharma, Divya Dutta, and Kishor Kadam in supporting roles, along with others.
Bhumi Pednekar recalls feeling accepted in the industry after the success of her debut Dum Laga Ke Haisha and being praised by Shah Rukh Khan. She says his warmth, humility and respect left a lasting impression, calling the experience unforgettable and deeply inspiring
Boman Irani took to social media to share a heartfelt note as he said goodbye to his beloved pet, Lisa, remembering her not just as a pet, but as family and a royal, noble and gentle soul
Before stepping into acting, Bhumi Pednekar worked as a casting director at Yash Raj Films, witnessing auditions of stars like Ranveer Singh, Vicky Kaushal, Parineeti Chopra, and Pankaj Tripathi. She credits the experience and mentorship of Aditya Chopra for shaping her nuanced approach to acting
Boman Irani took to social media to share a heartfelt note as he said goodbye to his beloved pet, Lisa, remembering her not just as a pet, but as family and a royal, noble and gentle soul
12 February,2026 10:16 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSBefore stepping into acting, Bhumi Pednekar worked as a casting director at Yash Raj Films, witnessing auditions of stars like Ranveer Singh, Vicky Kaushal, Parineeti Chopra, and Pankaj Tripathi. She credits the experience and mentorship of Aditya Chopra for shaping her nuanced approach to acting
12 February,2026 10:03 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSanjay Dutt and Maanayata Dutt both celebrated their 18th anniversary by paying nostalgic tributes to each other, recalling fond memories and sharing old photos
12 February,2026 09:54 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIRatna Pathak Shah has praised Alia Bhatt’s attentiveness and focus on set, calling her gifted and professional. At the same time, she criticised a trend among some young actresses who try to act cute on set
12 February,2026 09:35 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPriyanka Chopra has opened up about the intense scrutiny surrounding her 2018 wedding to Nick Jonas, saying criticism over their intercultural relationship and age gap was deeply hurtful. Now eight years into their marriage, she says they chose to focus on each other instead of public opinion
12 February,2026 08:34 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Triptii Dimri is gearing up for the release of Vishal Bhardwaj's O’Romeo alongside Shahid Kapoor. Be it the trailer launch, interviews, or social gatherings, the actors have left no stone unturned to promote their film. With every appearance, Triptii has made heads turn with her sartorial choices. Whether it’s chic power dressing or traditional elegance, she is proving she can own every look with equal flair.
After the success of Dhurandhar, Ranveer Singh is set to star in Pralay, a Rs 300 crore zombie drama set during the COVID-19 pandemic and directed by Jai Mehta. The actor has reportedly signed a backend profit-sharing deal
12 February,2026 07:34 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist Team
A day after Ranveer Singh received a threat voice note on WhatsApp, actor Ayush Sharma has received a threat email, allegedly linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Following the incident, FWICE has sought an urgent meeting with CM Devendra Fadnavis
11 February,2026 11:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Singer Udit Narayan has found himself in trouble after his former wife Ranjana filed a complaint against him in Bihar, alleging that he got her uterus removed without her consent or knowledge
11 February,2026 08:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Shots were fired outside Rohit Shetty’s Mumbai home on February 1, sparking a major police probe. Authorities detained multiple suspects, invoked MCOCA citing possible organised crime links, and are investigating gang connections, a weapon supplier, and the absconding main shooter while tightening the filmmaker’s security
11 February,2026 08:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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