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Karan urges actors to let their work speak for themselves

Karan Johar has stirred conversation by calling out Bollywood’s growing dependence on PR. He criticised the heavy use of paid promotions, calling it “method marketing,” and said artists should focus more on their work than on curated image. He added that “everything is available at a price,” making it hard to judge what is genuinely connecting and what is paid praise—even he sometimes pays for visibility.

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Date: 26-04-2026

Watch: Jackky Bhagnani Holds His Ears, Says Sorry As Wife Rakul Preet Singh Brings Up 'Situationship' Remark

Rakul has shared her humorous take on Jackky’s “situationship” comment.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Mohit opens up on not being offered Awarapan 2 for direction

Excitement is building for Awarapan 2, the sequel to the 2007 hit, releasing August 14, 2026. Emraan Hashmi reprises his lead role, joined by Disha Patani. Director Nitin Kakkar helms the project, as Mohit Suri confirms he wasn’t offered the film but remains supportive of his frequent collaborator, Emraan Hashmi.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Bryan Adams talks about ‘Summer of 69’

Canadian rock icon Bryan Adams, a music veteran of over five decades, recently revealed the inspiration behind his iconic hit Summer of 69. He confessed a tinge of regret for not writing the lyrics himself, citing Bob Segers Night Moves as a brilliant, nostalgic influence that perfectly captured teenage angst and burgeoning sexuality.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Ameesha Patel Hits Back At Zakir Khan For Claiming Bollywood Is Jealous Of Dhurandhar 2: 'Aapko Kisne Call Karke Bataya?'

The controversy began when Zakir Khan, who was co-hosting an awards show with Alia Bhatt, made a remark about the film's impact

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Date: 26-04-2026

Director talks about Robert De Niro’s ‘Sleepers’ controversy

Director Barry Levinson is defending Robert De Niros role in the 1996 film Sleepers, which faced controversy for a priests false testimony. Levinson argues the focus on this detail missed the films broader narrative about the consequences of abuse. He expressed bewilderment at the "noise" surrounding the films release, stating the plot was a story, not a documentary requiring authentication.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Mohit celebrates as Shraddha and Aditya film Aashiqui 2 clocks 13 years

Aashiqui 2 turns 13: Mohit Suri shares BTS photos, calls it life-changing. Film launched Aditya Roy Kapur-Shraddha Kapoor to fame with timeless music. "Every silence, every tear... echoes havent faded." Thanks endless team; love stories play on loop. Latest: Saiyaara (2025) - 3rd highest-grosser.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Suriya meets Dhee in Sri Lanka; praises ‘Vari Vari’

Singer Dhees latest independent track Vari Vari is gaining popularity. Actor Suriya met Dhee in Colombo and praised her new song. He expressed his admiration for her work and unique voice. Suriya even inquired about using Vari Vari in his films. Music composer Santhosh Narayanan also acknowledged Suriyas support for the song.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Michael Jackson forgave his father before his demise

Pop icon Michael Jackson reportedly forgave his father, Joe Jackson, for past alleged abuse shortly before his 2009 death. A close friend revealed Jackson understood his fathers actions better after becoming a parent himself. This reconciliation offers a new perspective on their complex relationship, detailed in a recent biography and highlighted by the release of the biopic Michael.

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Date: 26-04-2026

'People said Salman Khan...': Chitrangada Singh unprofessional tag

Maatrubhumi highlights: Chitrangada Singh praises Salman Khans professionalism on set, dismissing rumours of delays and unprofessionalism. She lauds his crew care and punctuality. The Galwan-inspired war drama stars Salman as Colonel, her as wife. Plus, Salmans SVC63 with Nayanthara eyes Eid 2027.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Farah Khan Defends Michael Biopic Amid Criticism: 'This Film Is For Fans, Not Critics'

Directed by Antoine Fuqua and produced by Lionsgate, Michael features Jaafar Jackson, Michael Jackson's nephew, in the lead role

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Date: 26-04-2026

Before Dhurandhar, There Was Sarfarosh, The First Bollywood Film That Named Pakistan And The ISI As Villains

Sarfarosh may not have been a phenomenon like Dhurandhar, but it definitely changed expectations for realistic cop dramas and terrorism thrillers that followed

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Date: 26-04-2026

Shreya Ghoshal Buys Apartment Worth Rs 21 Crore In Mumbai

Prior to this, Shreya Ghoshal had also purchased two apartments in the Godrej Trilogy project, developed by Godrej Properties

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Date: 26-04-2026

Rhea Chakraborty's Frozen Bank Accounts Released In Sushant Singh Rajput Case

Rhea Chakraborty is now set to return with filmmaker Hansal Mehta's upcoming series

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Date: 26-04-2026

Rishab Shetty’s massive salary hike explained

Rishab Shettys career skyrocketed after the pan-India success of Kantara. His fee reportedly jumped from Rs. 4 crore for the original to nearly Rs. 100 crore for Kantara: Chapter 1, a staggering 2400% increase. He also secured a Rs. 50 crore profit-sharing deal, cementing his status among elite actors. This success propels him into bigger projects, including playing Lord Hanuman.

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Date: 26-04-2026

'Bhooth Bangla' BO day 10 [LIVE]: Akshay Kumar starrer holds strong in second weekend

Bhooth Bangla, directed by Priyadarshan and starring Akshay Kumar, Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Wamiqa Gabbi, Rajpal Yadav, Mithila Palkar and the late Asrani, has officially crossed the Rs. 100 crore India net milestone on Day 9, entering the domestic century club with an extraordinary 87% surge to Rs. 10.75 crore. Having delivered a first-week India net of Rs. 84.40 crore against the competition of Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge and IPL 2026, Bhooth Bangla is comfortably Akshay Kumars most significant box office comeback in recent years.

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Date: 26-04-2026

‘Resort’ actress Anuragha accuses team of non-payment and abandonment

Actress Anuragha Nambiar has accused the makers of the web series Resort of unfair treatment, including non-payment and being blocked from other projects. She tearfully revealed her financial struggles and health issues, alleging disrespectful behavior from the lead actors wife. Nambiars plea for justice has garnered significant social media support.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Ameesha Patel On Replacing Aishwarya Rai In Mangal Pandey: "Aamir Khan Found Me Very Intelligent"

The role of Jwala had initially been offered to Aishwarya, whose exit from the film had generated speculation at the time

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Date: 26-04-2026

'Dhurandhar 2' BO day 39 [LIVE]: Ranveer Singh film needs Rs. 106 crore to beat 'Pushpa 2'

On Day 39, Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is on the cusp of making history as it chases the worldwide record of SS Rajamouli’s Baahubali 2. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the espionage thriller has reached a global gross of Rs. 1,772.94 crore, needing just Rs. 15.12 crore more to become the second highest-grossing Indian film ever. Domestically, the film is locked in an intense battle to dethrone Pushpa 2: The Rule as the all-time India net champion.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Margaret Qualley, Callum Turner to star in ‘ Possession’ remake

The legendary horror classic Possession from 1981 is getting a fresh twist! With the mesmerizing talents of Margaret Qualley and Callum Turner at the forefront, this remake, produced by visionary Parker Finn and Robert Pattinson, promises to channel the gripping essence of the original film, which featured Isabelle Adjani and Sam Neill.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Manoj Bajpayee confirms ‘The Family Man Season 4’

Manoj Bajpayee teased The Family Man Season 4, saying it will answer questions from Season 3. Interacting with fans on X, he shared updates and confirmed the show is in planning. Season 3 ended on a cliffhanger, and reports suggest the season may take one to two years to release.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Olivia Rodrigo launches new song at invite-only LA show

At a hush-hush LA concert, Olivia Rodrigo shared her latest emotionally charged ballad, featuring the ethereal voice of Weyes Blood, hinting at her much-anticipated album you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love, scheduled for release on June 12. Fans were treated to a mix of her greatest hits and an unexpected cameo at Coachella 2026.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Robert De Niro was once denied entry at his own hotel

Picture this: Hollywood superstar Robert De Niro, celebrated for his profound commitment to method acting, finds himself in a hilarious predicament at a swanky hotel. While channeling his homeless character from Being Flynn, his elaborate disguise was so convincing that the hotel staff mistook him for an actual drifter, barring his entry.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Rashmika Mandanna to undergo brutal training for 'Mysaa'

Rashmika Mandannas film Mysaa has started a new 15-day shooting schedule in Kerala. The team is filming intense action sequences in the woods. Rashmika underwent rigorous training for her role as a tribal Gond girl. The film is an emotional action-thriller set on tribal lands. Eshwari Rao, Guru Somasundaram, and Rao Ramesh also star in the movie.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Kailash Kher Refuses To Sing On Demand At Event: "Don't Turn Artists Into Clowns"

Kailash Kher began his musical career by recording jingles for major brands such as Coca-Cola, Citibank, Pepsi, IPL and Honda Motorcycles

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Date: 26-04-2026

Samuthirakani celebrates birthday during ‘Arasan’ shoot

Actor-director Samuthirakani celebrated his birthday on the Arasan film sets amidst his team. Viral photos reveal fun moments, including Yogi Babus playful cake feeding. Babus presence, alongside Silambarasan TR and Vetri Maaran, fuels anticipation for the politically themed film, promising realistic storytelling and comedic relief.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Boney reveals Satish was suicidal after ‘Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja' flopped back in 1993

Filmmaker Satish Kaushik candidly shared the immense pressure and emotional toll of his ambitious 1993 film Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Rajas box office failure. He humorously recounted how the films poor performance almost led him to a drastic act, but a witty observation about landing on food saved the day, showcasing his resilience and wit.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Sanjay officially confirms ‘Vaastav 2’

Sanjay Dutt has confirmed a sequel to his iconic 1999 film Vaastav is in development. The actor revealed this at the launch event for Khalnayak Returns. Dutt is actively working on Vaastav 2. He also expressed a desire for another Munna Bhai film. Filmmaker Subhash Ghai shared an anecdote about casting Dutt in Khalnayak.

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Date: 26-04-2026

‘Running Point’ star Kate Hudson reflects on life after the Oscar buzz

Kate Hudson celebrated a memorable 2026, marked by an Oscar nomination for her role in Song Sung Blue. After the awards season buzz, the actress took a well-deserved spring break with her children to decompress. She also cherished the bonds formed with fellow Best Actress nominees during the experience.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Ameesha Patel regrets rejecting Salman Khan’s ‘Tere Naam’: 'It is definitely my loss'

Ameesha Patel recently expressed her regret over turning down the lead role in the 2003 hit Tere Naam opposite Salman Khan. In an interview with Bollywood Bubble on April 26, 2026, the actress revealed that Salman Khan had personally narrated the story and played the songs for her, but the lack of a fixed director and shooting dates at the time led her to prioritize other commitments. Tere Naam, eventually directed by Satish Kaushik and starring Bhumika Chawla, went on to become a cult classic.

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Date: 26-04-2026

'RRR' trivia: How Jr NTR’s jungle entry shot was filmed

Director SS Rajamouli revealed the challenging filming of Jr NTRs iconic Bheem introduction in RRR. A parkour artist, pushed to his limits by NTRs incredible speed, operated the camera for the continuous jungle run. Rajamouli also lauded the lead actors dedication to performing their own stunts, calling their performances the best of his career.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Chitrangda Singh At NDTV Yuva 2026: "Dhurandhar Is One Of The Best Films Made In India"

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Date: 26-04-2026

Krushna Abhishek Falls At Sunita Ahuja's Feet After 14-Year Rift, Kashmera Shah Says, "I'm So Sorry"

Krushna and Kashmera apologised to Sunita for their past behaviour and misunderstanding, bringing an end to their 14-year feud.

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Date: 26-04-2026

IPL 2026: Athiya Shetty Amazed By Husband KL Rahul's 152 Knock - "Just Insane"

Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) Indian cricketer KL Rahul left everyone awestruck with a spellbinding innings during the Delhi Capitals vs the Punjab Kings' IPL match on Saturday.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Casting Director Shanoo Sharma Is Now Married. Ranveer Singh, Kriti Sanon And Others Send Big Love

Shanoo Sharma introduced Ranveer Singh in Band Baaja Baaraat, Bhumi Pednekar in Dum Laga Ke Haisha, and Vaani Kapoor in Shuddh Desi Romance

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Date: 26-04-2026

Box Office: Akshay Kumar's Bhooth Bangla Enters Rs 100 Crore Club, Outpaces Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2

Akshay Kumar's film entered the Rs 100 crore club in its second week.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Archana Puran Singh's Son Loses Rs 87,000 In Online Scam, Parmeet Sethi Says, "You're Always In A Hurry"

Efforts to reach the service provider also proved difficult. "They are making me speak to the AI only," Aayushmaan said

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Date: 26-04-2026

Sangeeth Shobhan’s ‘Raakaasa’ OTT release date announced

The Telugu horror-comedy Raakaasa is now available on Netflix. The film, starring Sangeeth Shobhan and Nayan Sarika, was released in theatres on April 3, 2026. It garnered appreciation from audiences and achieved box office success. The movie promises a blend of scares and laughs for digital viewers. Raakaasa is expected to entertain a wider audience on the streaming platform.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Ranbir and Aditya Roy spotted together at Mumbai event

Actors Ranbir Kapoor and Aditya Roy Kapur, who played Bunny and Avi in the beloved film Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, were recently spotted together in Mumbai. Their reunion sparked immense excitement among fans, with many expressing their desire for a sequel to the iconic romantic drama.

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Date: 26-04-2026

'Kara' star Dhanush recalls being mocked for his physique

Dhanush, promoting his upcoming film Kara in Coimbatore, reminisced about being mocked for his physique before Polladhavan, where a sudden six-pack earned him his first audience applause. He also detailed his packed film schedule, including Vadachennai 2, and expressed strong confidence in Karas content, hoping it resonates with audiences without relying on trends.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Ashley Park recalls croissant scene in ‘Emily in Paris’

Ashley Park reminisces about a memorable Emily in Paris Season 5 scene where Mindy throws croissants at Emily. Despite initial hesitation, the stars embraced the conflict, finding it strengthened their characters bond. Adding to the chaos, both actresses parents were on set for their first Paris visit during the filming.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Ameesha says Indira Gandhi was the first person to visit her as a newborn

Ameesha Patel revealed her family’s close ties with Indira Gandhi, who first visited her as a newborn and even fixed her parents’ wedding date. She highlighted her grandfather Rajni Patel’s strong political influence, noting his close association with Indira Gandhi and key role within the Congress party.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Balu Charan steps into lead role with ‘Sugriva’

Actor Balu Charan embarks on a new chapter with his lead role in Sugriva, a film he describes as a crucial step. Having previously acted in films like Mirapakay and explored business and distribution, Charan emphasizes his enduring passion for acting.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Meghan Markle shares marriage advice in a sweet video

During a heartfelt conversation from Australian shores, Meghan Markle offered inspiring wedding wisdom to bride-to-be Ellie, shifting the focus from the grandeur of the wedding day to the depth of the marriage itself. She wished Ellie a fulfilling and enduring love story, reflecting on her own cherished union with Prince Harry, whom she affectionately describes as her rock.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Meghan Markle shares ‘hardest seven years’ astrology post

Meghan Markles recent Instagram shares, particularly an astrology post about the end of a difficult seven-year period, have sparked widespread speculation. This follows candid remarks in Australia about enduring intense trolling and the challenges of her royal life. The Duchesss posts suggest a personal turning point, coinciding with her reflections on motherhood and finding perspective amidst public scrutiny.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Mohit Suri Exclusive: 'My Wife Says All My Emotions Are Only For Films, Not For Her'

Mohit Suri spoke To NDTV on 13 years of Aashiqui 2, it's lasting legacy and why his wife thinks his emotions are only saved for films

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Date: 26-04-2026

'Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna' being adapted into web series; Karan confirms

Filmmaker Karan Johar has confirmed that his 2006 film Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna is being adapted into a long-form web series for a digital platform. Johar discussed the films polarized reception and its exploration of marital complexities. He also revealed his talk show will return this Diwali.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Daniel Craig, Cillian Murphy star in new drama

Director Damien Chazelle is set for a major comeback with an untitled 1940s prison psychodrama. Daniel Craig and Cillian Murphy are reportedly leading the cast, with Craig as a warden and Murphy as a defiant inmate. Michelle Williams and Mia Threapleton are also confirmed. The film, expected in 2027, is already generating significant awards buzz.

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Date: 26-04-2026

When Subhash teased ‘Khalnayak Returns’ actor Sanjay Dutt

Sanjay Dutts first look from Khalnayak Returns has been unveiled, reigniting excitement for the sequel. During a 30th-anniversary screening of the original, director Subhash Ghai playfully teased Dutt about his focus on Madhuri Dixit, while Dutt shared a humorous anecdote about the iconic "Choli Ke Peeche" song shoot.

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Date: 26-04-2026

Parvathy REVEALS why Mohanlal, Mammootty are legends

Actress Parvathy Thiruvothu delves into the fabric of legendary fame in Malayalam film, focusing on mammoth figures Mammootty and Mohanlal. Rather than mere celebrity, she highlights their profound humanity and the grace they demonstrate on set. Their empathy and steadfast dedication to their roles resonate deeply within the film community.

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Date: 26-04-2026

David Hasselhoff is seen using a walker with his wife, Hayley Roberts

Screen legend David Hasselhoff, aged 73, was recently seen out and about in Los Angeles using a walker after undergoing knee and hip replacement surgery. His team has reported that he is on the mend and engaged in physical therapy sessions. This sighting follows a past incident where he relied on a wheelchair at the airport due to health issues.

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Date: 26-04-2026