Jan 18, 2026, at 08:12 pm
Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman has issued a statement following widespread backlash over his recent comments suggesting a possible “communal” element in Bollywood, saying he never intended to cause pain with his words.
Kangana Ranaut accuses AR Rahman of prejudice after his 'communal' remarks on Bollywood
Jan 18, 2026, at 12:26 pm
Actor-filmmaker Kangana Ranaut on Saturday accused Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman of being “prejudiced and hateful,” alleging that he refused to associate with her directorial film Emergency because he considered it a “propaganda film.”
Young Malayalam scriptwriter Praful Suresh dies at 39 — Mollywood in shock!
Jan 14, 2026, at 04:04 pm
Thiruvananthapuram/IBNS: Young Malayalam scriptwriter Praful Suresh passed away at the age of 39 due to a heart attack on January 13, media reports said.
Rani Mukerji is back in uniform! Mardaani 3 trailer promises darkest, deadliest chapter yet
Jan 12, 2026, at 03:03 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Yash Raj Films has unveiled the trailer of the much-awaited Rani Mukerji film Mardaani 3, the latest chapter of this blockbuster female-led franchise of India.
Indian Idol winner Prashant Tamang, who worked in Paatal Lok, dies at 43
Jan 11, 2026, at 02:27 pm
Indian Idol Season 3 winner and singer-actor Prashant Tamang passed away at the age of 43 on January 11 in New Delhi, according to reports.
Prayers are answered!” Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal reveal first photo and name of their newborn son
Jan 07, 2026, at 06:10 pm
Bollywood’s power couple Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal have shared the first glimpse of their newborn son and revealed his name to the public.
‘Shah Rukh Khan is the GOAT’: GOT star Sophie Turner names her Bollywood favourites, eyes Hindi film
Jan 07, 2026, at 04:29 pm
Los Angeles/IBNS: Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner has named Bollywood superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone as her favourite actors from Indian cinema, while expressing her desire to feature in a Hindi film.
Deepika Padukone turns 40, unveils 'passion project' to mentor aspiring technicians
Jan 05, 2026, at 01:35 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone marked her 40th birthday on Monday by announcing her “passion project” OnSet, an initiative aimed at providing a platform for aspiring technicians seeking to build careers in Indian film, television and advertising.
Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar smashes records: First Hindi film to cross Rs. 800 crore in 30 days!
Jan 04, 2026, at 10:24 pm
Director Aditya Dhar’s latest release, Dhurandhar, has maintained a remarkable box office momentum, becoming the first Hindi film to cross Rs. 800 crore at the domestic box office within 30 days of its release.
Internet melts as Ranbir Kapoor lifts Raha in adorable New Year moment shared by Alia Bhatt!
Jan 04, 2026, at 08:47 pm
Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt welcomed the New Year with a quiet and heartfelt celebration by the beach alongside her husband Ranbir Kapoor and their daughter Raha, cherishing a tender family moment.
Madhuri Dixit’s Mrs. Deshpande smashes records, beats Stranger Things S5!
Jan 02, 2026, at 04:24 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Veteran Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit’s web series Mrs. Deshpande has become the most viewed series in India, surpassing Netflix’s popular Stranger Things Season 5.
Tax-Free, Rs. 784 cr and counting: Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar’ gets big Ladakh boost
Jan 02, 2026, at 03:21 pm
Ranveer Singh’s December release Dhurandhar has been declared tax-free in Ladakh, further boosting the film’s remarkable box-office run.
Prabhas–Triptii set screens on fire! Spirit first look drops on New Year 2026
Jan 01, 2026, at 01:23 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: The makers of the upcoming film Spirit unveiled the striking first-look poster featuring Prabhas and Triptii Dimri on Thursday, marking the beginning of New Year 2026.
‘Grave sin’: Row erupts after Nushrratt Bharuccha offers prayers at Mahakal Temple
Dec 31, 2025, at 03:39 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actress Nushrratt Bharuccha’s recent visit to the Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain has sparked controversy, drawing sharp reactions from sections of the Muslim community.
Salman Khan's Battle of Galwan trailer sparks massive outrage in China – Here’s why?
Dec 30, 2025, at 05:36 pm
The trailer of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's upcoming movie Battle of Galwan has sparked strong reactions in China, with the neighbouring country's experts claiming it attempts to rewrite history.
Huma Qureshi stuns in dark, gothic look from Yash’s ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups’
Dec 28, 2025, at 08:21 pm
The makers of the upcoming Yash starrer, ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups’, have unveiled the first look of Huma Qureshi, who will be seen playing a character named Elizabeth.
Dec 27, 2025, at 04:23 pm
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan treated fans to a special 60th birthday gift — the teaser of his upcoming movie ‘Battle of Galwan’, set to release next year.
Internet can’t stop talking about Tara Sutaria, AP Dhillon and Veer Pahariya’s viral concert moment
Dec 27, 2025, at 01:59 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actress Tara Sutaria’s recent appearance at AP Dhillon’s concert with boyfriend Veer Pahariya has sparked widespread discussion on social media, with several videos from the event going viral, media reports said.
Christmas 2025 wrapped in love: Tamannaah, Katrina, Alia and Ranbir share their festive joy
Dec 27, 2025, at 11:44 am
Mumbai/IBNS: Indian celebrities took Christmas 2025 as an opportunity to reunite with family, sharing moments of warmth and celebration amid their hectic schedules.
Box office explosion! Dhurandhar smashes Rs 1,000 crore, Ranveer–Akshaye rewrite Bollywood history
Dec 27, 2025, at 10:56 am
Mumbai/IBNS: Ranveer Singh-starrer Hindi film Dhurandhar has crossed the Rs 1,000-crore mark globally within 22 days of its theatrical release, according to trade tracker Sacnilk.
Dec 23, 2025, at 09:43 am
Talking about her return to the rom-com genre with Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, Ananya Panday says she grew up on classic Karan Johar films and believes Gen Z still craves old-school love. Calling her character Rumi a perfect mix of modern sensibilities and rooted values, she adds that the film challenges stereotypes around today’s hook-up culture and celebrates commitment, family, and heartfelt romance. IBNS-TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh reports.
Bollywood 2025: Hits, Hype and Heartbreaks as Dhurandhar Redefines the Year
Dec 23, 2025, at 12:45 am
2025 proved to be one of the most eventful years for Bollywood in recent memory—a year defined as much by spectacle and surprises as by sharp creative shifts. From box-office shocks and OTT dominance to the arrival of new stars and the loss of enduring legends like Dharmendra, the Hindi film industry witnessed it all. Towering over many of the year’s conversations was Dhurandhar, a late-year release that became both a commercial force and a creative statement—resetting expectations from mainstream action cinema. IBNS–TWF correspondent Supriyo Hazra tracks how Bollywood’s many stories unfolded over the past 12 months.
New mom Kiara Advani stuns fans with bold first look in Yash’s ‘Toxic’
Dec 21, 2025, at 09:17 pm
Kiara Advani, who recently entered the news phase in her life when she became a mother, will play the character named Nadia in Yash's upcoming film Toxic: A Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups, the makers of the film announced on Sunday.
‘Rom-coms are tough to crack’: Kartik Aaryan ahead of Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri release
Dec 20, 2025, at 11:07 am
Actor Kartik Aaryan opens up about returning to romantic comedies with Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, his evolving chemistry with Ananya Panday, being labelled a marketing whiz, and why he still believes in old-school love. IBNS-TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh reports...
Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbachiyaa welcome their second child
Dec 19, 2025, at 11:02 pm
Comedian Bharti Singh and her husband, writer-host Haarsh Limbachiyaa, welcomed their second child on Friday.
₹400 crore and counting! Ranveer–Akshaye’s Dhurandhar dominates box office
Dec 17, 2025, at 03:32 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood spy action thriller Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna in lead roles, has crossed the ₹400-crore mark at the domestic box office, continuing its strong theatrical run.
From Metros to Kashmir: Dhurandhar storms Box Office, packs theatres in Shopian, Pulwama
Dec 15, 2025, at 03:31 pm
Dhurandhar, the action-packed spy thriller directed by Aditya Dhar, is sweeping across India like a storm, setting new box-office records since its release.
You are the GOAT: Sara Arjun’s emotional note for Dhurandhar director Aditya Dhar goes viral
Dec 14, 2025, at 10:51 pm
Actress Sara Arjun penned a heartfelt note for Dhurandhar director Aditya Dhar, calling his presence on set deeply motivating and transformative.
He was school crush: West Bengal politician’s throwback on Akshaye Khanna goes viral
Dec 13, 2025, at 04:33 pm
Akshaye Khanna has been making headlines ever since Dhurandhar released, where the stylish actor is seen playing the character of Rehman Dakait, winning hearts and the appreciation of fans.
Akshaye Khanna’s viral Dhurandhar entry puts Bahraini rapper Flipperachi in the spotlight
Dec 12, 2025, at 07:22 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Akshaye Khanna is the man of the moment! His viral entry in Dhurandhar, set to the energetic track FA9LA, has taken Instagram by storm.