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Kriti Sanon opens up on outsider struggles in Bollywood, reveals there are no free lunches: ‘There will be so many people telling you…’

Kriti Sanon shares her journey in Bollywood. She highlights the struggles faced by those without industry connections. Sanon emphasizes the importance of hard work and perseverance. She advises aspiring actors to remain patient and focused. She encourages continuous self-improvement. Kriti was last seen in 'Do Patti'. She will next star in 'Tere Ishk Mein' opposite Dhanush.

Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi welcome first child; when actress revealed WHY she wanted to be a mom at 21

Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi surprised everyone by announcing the adoption of their first child, a daughter. Brown had previously expressed her desire to start a family early, inspired by her own parents. She emphasized that adoption was equally meaningful to her as having biological children, aligning with her and Bongiovi's open-door policy of love and acceptance.

From Bobby Deol to Mona Singh: Meet the cast of Aryan Khan's directorial series 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood'

Aryan Khan's directorial debut, 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood', is set to premiere on September 18, 2025, following a grand preview hosted by Shah Rukh Khan. Lakshya Lalwani stars as Aasmaan Singh, a larger-than-life superstar, with Mona Singh portraying his mother. Manoj Pahwa plays Aasmaan's father, while Raghav Juyal is cast as his best friend.

Shilpa Shetty's diet secrets to stay fit at 50: How ghee, Noni juice, wholesome breakfast habits, and simple daily rituals keep her glowing naturally

Shilpa Shetty, Bollywood's fitness icon, emphasizes mindful eating and simple rituals for a healthy lifestyle at 50. She starts her day with lukewarm water, Noni juice, and oil pulling. Shetty prioritizes breakfast, incorporating fruits, muesli, and eggs. She includes ghee and healthy fats in her diet, advocating for wholesome, nutritious meals and early dinners, balancing carbs for weight management.

Chiranjeevi rings in 70th birthday with 'Vishwambhara' glimpse; fantasy actioner promises mega blast - WATCH

On Chiranjeevi's 70th birthday, the makers of 'Vishwambhara' unveiled a 'Mega Blast Glimpse,' showcasing the megastar in an action-packed fantasy world. The film, also starring Trisha Krishnan and others, is now slated for a Summer 2026 release due to extensive VFX work. Fans are excited about the visuals and music, anticipating a grand cinematic experience.

'Coolie' Box Office Collection Day 8: The Rajnikanth starrer mints over Rs 6 crore on Thursday, beats Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR's 'War 2'

Rajinikanth's 'Coolie', directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has grossed ₹229.75 crore after eight days, despite a slowdown after a strong opening. On its eighth day, the film earned ₹6.25 crore, narrowly missing the ₹230 crore mark. 'Coolie' stars Nagarjuna Akkineni, Soubin Shahir, Aamir Khan, Sathyaraj, Shruti Haasan, Upendra, and Rachita Ram. The film released on August 14, 2025.

Mastodon guitarist, Brent Hinds, passes away in a tragic motorcycle accident at 51

The music world mourns the loss of Brent Hinds, the acclaimed guitarist of Mastodon, who tragically passed away at 51 in a motorcycle accident. Mastodon confirmed the news, expressing their profound grief over the loss of a creative force. Hinds, a founding member of the band in 2000, contributed to iconic albums and helped earn the band a Grammy.

Rajesh Khanna was ‘quite a foodie’; alleged partner Anita Advani reveals he wanted at least ten dishes at the table: ‘I would also cook for him’

Rajesh Khanna, Bollywood's first superstar, lived like royalty even at home, demanding a lavish spread for every meal. Anita Advani revealed his love for diverse dishes, from chhole-bhaturas to multiple paratha flavors. Khanna insisted on a mini-buffet with at least ten items, humorously questioning the lack of options while ensuring the staff shared the same royal feast.

Lil Nas X hospitalised on suspected overdose; later jailed and charged with battery and misdemeanour

Lil Nas X was arrested in Los Angeles after allegedly charging at officers responding to a report of a naked man on Ventura Boulevard. Police suspected a drug overdose and took him to a hospital before booking him on suspicion of misdemeanour obstructing an officer.

Anita Advani says Rajesh Khanna’s family abandoned him yet inherited his entire property while she got nothing: 'You can't escape Karma'

Anita Advani, who recently revealed that she was secretly married to India’s first superstar Rajesh Khanna and lived together for nearly 12 years, has revealed new details about his final years, his family’s absence, and the property battle that continues to this day. Despite years of togetherness, Anita said she was left with nothing.

Like father, like son: Aryan Khan follows in Shah Rukh Khan’s footsteps, debuts with show just like his father

Aryan Khan, son of Shah Rukh Khan, is debuting with 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood'. The show releases in September 2025 on Netflix. Aryan is directing the show. This mirrors Shah Rukh Khan's debut with 'Fauji'. SRK played Lt. Abhimanyu Rai in 'Fauji'. Aryan jokingly said his father is there if he makes mistakes.

Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi welcome their first child, adopt a baby girl

Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi have joyfully announced the adoption of their baby girl. The couple, married in 2024, shared their excitement on Instagram, emphasizing their desire to start a family. Brown values adoption and embraces love, inspired by her parents' early parenthood and strong family bonds.

Did you know THIS actress was linked to cricketer Kapil Dev, later got married to superstar, and then parted ways?

In the 1980s, actress Sarika was linked to cricket legend Kapil Dev, with marriage seemingly on the cards. However, the relationship ended, and Dev reconciled with and married Romi Bhatia. Sarika later married superstar Kamal Haasan in 1988, after the birth of their daughter Shruti Haasan. Read on to know more.

Rajesh Khanna and Anita Advani first met when she was a teenager, lived together for 12 years: ‘I couldn’t accept another man touching me’

Anita Advani has often spoken about her relationship with superstar Rajesh Khanna, and in a recent conversation, she went back to the very beginning. She said their connection started when she was still a teenager and it left a lasting impression. She revealed that fate kept bringing them together, and eventually, when the actor was left isolated from his family, they reconnected. According to her, they went on to live together for nearly 12 years.

Thalapathy Vijay almost breaks down in front of his parents as fans shower immense love at Madurai event: WATCH

Tamil superstar Thalapathy Vijay, preparing for a political career, recently held a massive gathering in Madurai, and was overwhelmed by the outpouring of love from his fans. His parents were also present at the event and looked proud. Soon, the video of Vijay's emotional moment went viral on the internet.

‘The Conjuring: Last Rites': All about the real story, release date, cast and more

Get ready for 'The Conjuring: Last Rites'. The film releases on September 5, 2025, in India. It marks the end of the popular series. This film focuses on Ed and Lorraine Warren's last major case. It explores the Smurl haunting. The family faced demonic torment for over ten years. The Warrens investigated the powerful entity in 1986.

Ram Gopal Varma slams 'dumb dog lovers' after Supreme Court's order: 'You can't see children being bitten, mauled and killed?'

Ram Gopal Varma has strongly criticized those opposing the Supreme Court's order to relocate stray dogs to shelters, citing rising cases of dog bites and rabies. He questioned the practicality of mass vaccination and shelters, suggesting measures like culling and euthanasia. Varma emphasized the need for a balanced approach considering public safety and animal rights.

AR Rahman battled stage fright at his first concert in Malaysia after Roja success, recalls concert director: ‘Throughout the show, he remained reserved’

After the groundbreaking success of Roja in 1992, AR Rahman became a national sensation and a new voice in Indian music. By 1996, the maestro was invited to perform his first-ever concert in Malaysia at Stadium Shah Alam, a venue filled with over 40,000 eager fans. But while the audience waited with anticipation, Rahman was backstage, battling stage fright.

Gauri Khan's restaurant’s co-founder says finding insect or hair strand in food is 'part and parcel of doing work': 'Nothing can change that'

Gauri Khan's restaurant faced controversy after its co-founder, Abhayraj Kohli, stated that finding a fly or hair in food is "part and parcel of doing work." This statement followed an earlier incident where the restaurant was accused of using fake paneer. Kohli defended the restaurant's hygiene standards, mentioning the use of a super freezer for raw meat storage.

Ravi Chhabriya FINALLY reveals what DELETED scene from Salman Khan's 'Bharat' featuring Varun Dhawan was about: 'Dono…'

Ravi Chhabriya, assistant director of 'Bharat,' disclosed that Varun Dhawan filmed a cameo for the movie, involving a playful arm-wrestling scene with Salman Khan. However, the scene was ultimately cut during the final editing phase. Chhabriya mentioned the decision rests with producer Atul Agnihotri regarding any potential release of the deleted scene.