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Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh announce pregnancy, expecting first child in Sept 2024

Feb 29, 2024, at 04:14 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone and her actor husband Ranveer Singh on Thursday announced their pregnancy.

Taapsee Pannu to marry beau Mathias Boe next month in Udaipur: Reports

Feb 29, 2024, at 05:47 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Actress-producer Taapsee Pannu is all set to marry her longtime boyfriend Mathias Boe at the end of March, media reports said.

BBFC lifts age rating of 1964-released cult classic Mary Poppins from U to PG

Feb 28, 2024, at 08:19 pm

Julie Andrew's Mary Poppins, a 1964-released cult classic which has been loved by moviegoers for generations, recently had its age rating lifted from U to PG because it contains 'discriminatory language'.

Robert Pattinson's former movie co-star Buddy Duress dies of cardiac arrest from drug cocktail

Feb 28, 2024, at 07:58 pm

Robert Pattinson's former movie co-star Buddy Duress died due to cardiac arrest from a 'drug cocktail', his brother said.

Aamir Khan on Sitaare Zameen Par: Trying to release it on Christmas 2024

Feb 28, 2024, at 05:12 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actor Aamir Khan has given an update about his next release, titled as Sitaare Zameen Par.

9-day French Film Festival in Kolkata concludes with a cultural ode

Feb 28, 2024, at 05:36 am

Kolkata/IBNS: The first edition of the French Film Festival in Kolkata has concluded amidst glitz and glamour. The nine-day cinematic extravaganza, which commenced on Feb 16, positioned itself as a significant cultural exchange platform between India and France, showcasing the depth and diversity of French and Indian cinema.

International singing sensation Taylor Swift's father accused of punching photographer in Australia

Feb 27, 2024, at 11:27 pm

An Australian photographer has accused singing sensation Taylor Swift's father Scott Swift of punching him on Tuesday.

Sonam Kapoor wishes mother-in-law Priya Ahuja on her birthday by posting a heart-melting Instagram message

Feb 27, 2024, at 10:25 pm

In a delightful gesture of familial love, Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor took to her Instagram handle to extend warm birthday wishes to her mother-in-law Priya Ahuja.

I realised my purpose of life during Covid-19 lockdown: Sonu Sood

Feb 27, 2024, at 04:20 pm

Actor-producer-philanthropist Sonu Sood, who helped lakhs of migrant workers reach home during Covid-19 lockdown, was the guest at the celebration of Emami's 50 years in Kolkata recently. At the event, Sonu speaks on his social works, acting and fitness. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh brings excerpts...

Kumar Shahani, an Indian parallel cinema movement pioneer, dies at 83 after prolonged illness

Feb 27, 2024, at 01:13 am

Filmmaker, screenwriter and academic Kumar Shahani, known for his contribution to India’s parallel cinema movement with his style known as formalism, died in a Kolkata hospital on Sunday due to prolonged old-age-related issues.

Ghazal icon Pankaj Udhas dies after prolonged illness

Feb 26, 2024, at 11:01 pm

Ghazal maestro Pankaj Udhas, whose mellifluous voice enchanted music lovers for generations and gave a pure expression of love, emotions, lament and longing through his soulful vocals, died in Mumbai after a prolonged illness on Monday.

Yami Gautam's Article 370 becomes second Indian movie in two months to be banned in Gulf nations

Feb 26, 2024, at 08:27 pm

Actor Yami Gautam's recently released movie Article 370 has hit a roadblock after it was banned in Gulf countries.

Captain Marvel, Star Trek actor Kenneth Mitchell dies at 49 due to suspected ALS complications

Feb 26, 2024, at 04:16 pm

Hollywood actor Kenneth Mitchell, who appeared in movies like 'Star Trek: Discovery' and Marvel’s 'Captain Marvel', has died, his family confirmed on Sunday.

Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa: Shah Rukh Khan's 'sweetest' movie turns 30

Feb 26, 2024, at 04:23 am

Shah Rukh Khan Khan's 90s-released movie Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa completed 30 years journey on Sunday with the superstar describing it as the  'sweetest' film he has worked on in his career.

Rashmika Mandanna says why she did not take 'ownership' of her Animal success

Feb 26, 2024, at 02:37 am

Actress Rashmika Mandanna has written a long post to elaborate on the reason behind not taking “ownership” of Animal's success which featured her in a pivotal role.

John Cena sings 'Bholi Si Surat' from 1997-hit Bollywood movie Dil To Pagal Hai, Shah Rukh Khan 'loves' his performance

Feb 26, 2024, at 12:04 am

Shah Rukh Khan's popularity is far and wide and this time wrestling star John Cena left him impressed by singing a track from his 1997-hit movie Dil To Pagal Hai.

Priyanka Chopra is 'obsessed' with teaser of Kareena Kapoor's upcoming release Crew

Feb 25, 2024, at 11:39 pm

Indian actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who is currently busy with her Hollywood projects, is left impressed by the teaser of the upcoming Bollywood movie Crew which was released by its makers on Saturday.

Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kriti Sanon, Tabu promise to take you to an interesting journey with 'Crew', makers unveil teaser

Feb 24, 2024, at 11:47 pm

Three Bollywood beauties-Kareena Kapoor, Tabu and Kriti Sanon- are promising to take you on a thrilling journey along with them as a teaser of their upcoming movie 'Crew' was unveiled by makers on Saturday.

Animal team wishes Bhaabi 2 Triptii Dimri on her birthday

Feb 24, 2024, at 08:28 pm

Actress Triptii Dimri, who became the country's latest crush last year since the release of her movie Animal, turned 30 on Friday (February 24, 2024) and it was one wish on X which gained the attention of fans who fondly called her 'Bhaabi 2'.

Bikini-clad Samantha Ruth Prabhu is enjoying nature in Malaysia vacation

Feb 24, 2024, at 03:51 pm

Actress Samatha Ruth Prabhu is cherishing her stay in Malaysia amid nature and greenery and this is evident from her series of images shared on Instagram.

Hindi film Kusum Ka Biyaah was premiered in Kolkata

Feb 23, 2024, at 08:29 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Kusum Ka Biyaah, a Hindi film based on a true story, premiered at a mall in Kolkata on February 21.

Alia Bhatt wraps up shooting for Vasan Bala's Jigra

Feb 23, 2024, at 05:31 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt has wrapped up shooting for her upcoming film Jigra, which is directed by Vasan Bala.

Aamir Khan meets Dangal actor Suhani Bhatnagar's parents, condoles her demise

Feb 23, 2024, at 04:38 am

New Delhi/IBNS: Days after Dangal actor Suhani Bhatnagar's death, actor Aamir Khan met her parents and relatives in Faridabad around 6 pm on Thursday.

Ram Charan's wife Upasana is ready for another baby, says 'my health, my choice'

Feb 22, 2024, at 07:06 pm

Hyderabad/IBNS: Telugu film superstar Ram Charan and his wife Upasana Konidela were blessed with a baby girl in June last year.

Mamata Banerjee participates in Rachana Banerjee's reality show Didi No. 1

Feb 22, 2024, at 05:07 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday participated in actress Rachana Banerjee-hosted Didi No. 1, which is one of the most popular reality shows of the state.

'All films with Karisma Kapoor turned out to be blockbusters,' David Dhawan says accepting Lifetime Achievement Award

Feb 22, 2024, at 04:45 am

Having made significant contributions to Bollywood with his iconic comedy films and being called the King of Comedy, David Dhawan was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the recently held Filmfare Awards for his contribution over the years in the industry.

'Kennedy came from me when I was in a very dark place': Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap

Feb 22, 2024, at 04:16 am

Kolkata/IBNS: Filmmaker Anurag Khashyap discussed his recent movie 'Kennedy' here at the first edition of the French Film Festival Kolkata last Saturday.

Rakul Preet Singh marries beau Jackky Bhagnani in a dreamy ceremony in Goa

Feb 22, 2024, at 03:41 am

Bollywood actors Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani tied the nuptial knot in a dreamy wedding ceremony in Goa.

Triptii Dimri joins Kartik Aaryan starrer Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3

Feb 22, 2024, at 03:21 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actress Triptii Dimri, who shot to massive fame after featuring in Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Animal last year, has joined the star cast of Kartik Aaryan starrer Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.

Meera Chopra is set to get married next month. Know more

Feb 22, 2024, at 12:03 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Actress Meera Chopra, who is known for her acting in Section 375, is all set to get married next month.