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‘No one can dictate what Bengalis eat’: BJP’s blunt message amid Bageshwar Baba’s Durga Puja food row | Delhi hostel collapse: Owner detained after seven die in Satya Niketan tragedy | No Muslims, Aadhaar card and tilak mandatory: VHP lays down rules for Garba, Dandiya in Maharashtra | 'No non-veg near Durga Puja pandals': Bageshwar Baba's big Bengal appeal sparks controversy | 'Law will take its action': Vijay's zero tolerance on insulting women weeks after Udhayanidhi's arrest | Delhi Metro's big warning to content creators: Don't try this viral stunt or face action | Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj detained after viral assault clip; Chirag Paswan’s party files complaint for ‘falsely’ naming him | Bengaluru horror: Woman stripped, assaulted and filmed over unpaid loan interest; 4 arrested | West Bengal CM's big warning: Teacher suspended over tilak row, govt employee punished for PM Modi post | Tragedy on Kerala Highway: 8 Tamil Nadu students killed after car crashes into parked lorry

Samantha Ruth Prabhu revisits Isha Yoga Centre, reflects on ‘five years’ of personal growth

Sep 08, 2026, at 12:19 am

Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently returned to the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore, a place she has been visiting for several years, and reflected on how the experience has shaped her perspective over time.

Zendaya takes social media break? Her mother’s birthday post sparks buzz

Sep 07, 2026, at 07:56 pm

Zendaya Turns 30 as Mother Says Actress Has Taken Break From Social Media

‘Bring Nicole Kidman Back!’ Days of Thunder actor Randy Quaid aims Anne Hathaway casting

Sep 06, 2026, at 10:57 pm

It has been days since the makers of the Days of Thunder sequel announced the film's two lead stars, Tom Cruise and Anne Hathaway.

'I really want to work in Srijit Mukherji’s love story': Angana Roy reveals her wishlist amid Winkle Twinkle theatrical run

Sep 06, 2026, at 11:25 am

Actor Angana Roy, who features in Srijit Mukherji’s upcoming film Winkle Twinkle, opened up about her journey from child artiste in Aalo to working with the acclaimed filmmaker. Speaking to IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh, Roy discussed her character Indrani, her approach to ensemble casts, her admiration for Mukherji’s storytelling and her dream of featuring in his love story. She also spoke about manifestation, staying private about her political views and the impact of artificial intelligence on artistes.

‘I felt shattered’: Rasika Dugal recalls Beena Tripathi’s darkest Mirzapur moment

Sep 05, 2026, at 11:22 am

Mumbai/IBNS: For an uninitiated viewer, Rasika Dugal's role in the Mirzapur series might appear less significant when looking at the cast list. However, the perception is starkly different for those familiar with the popular crime thriller.

‘The trailer is misleading’: Aninditaa Bose teases a shocking twist in Bengali thriller Ghun Gaon

Sep 04, 2026, at 03:30 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The trailer and music of upcoming Bengali film Ghun Gaon – Chapter 1 was unveiled earlier this week, offering a glimpse into its mysterious world ahead of its release.

From ‘Toilet Adda’ to Ganguly’s favourite balcony: 5 must-see Bigg Boss Bangla spots

Sep 04, 2026, at 11:54 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The Bengali version of the popular television reality show Bigg Boss returned last Sunday, with show host and cricket icon Sourav Ganguly launching the new season with a promise of fun, games, struggles, politics and plenty of drama.

Uttam Kumar at 100: The making of Bengal’s 'Mahanayak'

Sep 03, 2026, at 07:24 pm

A century after his birth, Uttam Kumar remains difficult to place in a single frame.

Dolly Parton’s final days revealed: Niece opens up on why ‘Queen of Country’ kept illness private

Sep 03, 2026, at 04:38 pm

Los Angeles/IBNS: Days after American singing sensation Dolly Parton died at the age of 80, her niece Jada Star has opened up about the final days of the ‘Queen of Country’.

Srijit Mukherji’s ‘Emperor Vs Sarat Chandra’ teaser unveiled: When the pen takes on the sword

Sep 03, 2026, at 03:52 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The teaser of Emperor Vs Sarat Chandra, Srijit Mukherji’s ambitious new film for Durga Puja 2026, has been unveiled by Nandy Movies, offering audiences a powerful glimpse into a world where literature, ideology and rebellion collide.

Dev arrives with parents to support Jeet’s ‘Keu Bole Biplobi Keu Bole Dakat’ at special screening

Sep 01, 2026, at 03:12 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Amid its theatrical run, a special screening of Jeet-starrer period action drama Keu Bole Biplobi Keu Bole Dakat was held at a city mall last week.

‘Mom and Dad’: ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’ actor Kashmira Irani announces pregnancy at 40 with husband Akshat Saxena

Sep 01, 2026, at 03:06 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Main Vaapas Aaunga actor Kashmira Irani has announced her pregnancy with her husband, Akshat Saxena, in a joint social media post.

Shiboprosad-Koushani’s chemistry returns as ‘Phool Phutechhe’ sets the mood for ‘Bohurupi: The Golden Daku’

Sep 01, 2026, at 12:14 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Phool Phutechhe, a new song from Nandita Roy-Shiboprosad Mukherjee's Bohurupi: The Golden Daku, was unveiled by the makers recently.

‘Daktar Kaku’ teaser: Prosenjit Chatterjee and Riddhi Sen clash over principles and purpose

Sep 01, 2026, at 11:47 am

Kolkata/IBNS: The teaser of Bengali film superstar Prosenjit Chatterjee's Daktar Kaku was unveiled last week.

Bonny Sengupta, Darshana Banik’s ‘C/O A Journey’ teaser promises a tale of love, friendship and a hidden connection

Sep 01, 2026, at 11:31 am

Kolkata/IBNS: The teaser of Bonny Sengupta and Darshana Banik starrer upcoming Bengali film C/O a Journey was unveiled by the makers recently.

India’s first AI-led anime film is here: The Dwarka Project trailer unveiled at Anime India

Aug 31, 2026, at 08:12 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: BULLET Microdrama, backed by ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. ('Z'), on Monday unveiled the trailer of The Dwarka Project, an original Indian sci-fi anime feature film and India’s first AI-led anime film, at Anime India.

‘Days of Thunder’ returns: Tom Cruise, Anne Hathaway announce 2028 racing movie

Aug 30, 2026, at 11:45 pm

Tom Cruise is set to return as NASCAR driver Cole Trickle in the sequel to his 1990 racing drama Days of Thunder, with Anne Hathaway joining the cast. The film is scheduled to release in summer 2028.

Emraan Hashmi tests positive for swine flu amid Awarapan 2 success, cancels upcoming events

Aug 29, 2026, at 07:52 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi has tested positive for H1N1 swine flu after returning from Ranchi, media reports said.

Kartik Aaryan’s Captain India to begin shoot in London; this is when the much-awaited film releases

Aug 29, 2026, at 11:12 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan's upcoming film Captain India is set to go on floors on September 1 in London.

26 years later, he returns to a changed world: Srijit Mukherji’s Winkle Twinkle trailer sparks political intrigue

Aug 28, 2026, at 09:57 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Director Srijit Mukherji on Thursday launched the trailer and music of his latest movie Winkle Twinkle at the Jadavpur University Open Air Theatre here.

Ghun Gaon – Chapter 1: Secrets, betrayal and revenge collide in this dark Bengali thriller

Aug 28, 2026, at 09:26 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: What happens when a seemingly peaceful village becomes a maze of secrets, deception and revenge? The mystery deepened around Ghun Gaon – Chapter 1 as the film's cast and crew unveiled cryptic clues about its dark world at a specially curated event on Tuesday, offering glimpses into a thriller where nothing is quite as it seems.

‘While the Rakhi fashion committee is still in session...’: Kriti Sanon takes indirect swipe at GIVA row on Raksha Bandhan

Aug 28, 2026, at 03:04 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actor Kriti Sanon has made a sarcastic and indirect reference to the ongoing debate over her GIVA Raksha Bandhan advertisement as she celebrated the festival with her sister Nupur Sanon on Friday.

‘My body, my choice… but boundary is important’: Priyanka Chopra's mother Madhu Chopra weighs in on Kriti Sanon’s GIVA ad row

Aug 28, 2026, at 02:29 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas' mother Madhu Chopra has weighed in on the controversy surrounding Kriti Sanon's GIVA Raksha Bandhan advertisement.

Kangana Ranaut vs Kriti Sanon: Old National Award video sparks 'double standards' row

Aug 28, 2026, at 12:18 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Actor-MP Kangana Ranaut's criticism of Bollywood star Kriti Sanon's outfit in jewellery brand GIVA's Raksha Bandhan advertisement has sparked a wider debate over women's choice of clothing and adherence to tradition during festivals.

Kangana Ranaut's 'traditional' Rakhi celebration grabs attention amid Kriti-GIVA row

Aug 28, 2026, at 11:05 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Draped in a saree with her veil covering her head, actor-MP Kangana Ranaut celebrated Raksha Bandhan with her brother, days after advocating the celebration of Hindu festivals in accordance with traditional norms.

Vijay Deverakonda-Rashmika Mandanna’s Ranabaali gets worldwide release date; here’s when it hits theatres

Aug 27, 2026, at 05:08 pm

Hyderabad/IBNS: The much-awaited period action drama Ranabaali, starring Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, is set for a grand worldwide theatrical release on October 16, 2026.

Yash’s Toxic defies negative reviews, roars past Rs 100 crore on day 1

Aug 27, 2026, at 03:25 pm

Bengaluru/IBNS: Kannada superstar Yash's Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups has overcome negative reviews to register a strong opening at the box office.

‘Who is stopping her from wearing what she wants?’: Kangana Ranaut hits back at Kriti Sanon over Raksha Bandhan ad

Aug 27, 2026, at 12:00 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Actor-MP Kangana Ranaut has defended her objection to Kriti Sanon's outfit in GIVA's now-removed controversial Raksha Bandhan advertisement, stressing the need to uphold traditional rituals associated with a Hindu ceremony.

Kriti Sanon's controversial Raksha Bandhan ad withdrawn amid criticism over outfit

Aug 26, 2026, at 02:06 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Jewellery brand GIVA has withdrawn its Raksha Bandhan advertisement featuring Bollywood actor and brand ambassador Kriti Sanon after the campaign triggered criticism from certain quarters over her outfit and portrayal of the festival.

The queen of country has left the stage: world mourns Dolly Parton, dead at 80

Aug 26, 2026, at 01:40 pm

There are voices the world simply assumes will always be there — steady, warm, singing somewhere in the background of ordinary life. Dolly Parton's was one of them. On Tuesday, that voice went quiet. She was 80.