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Sachin-Jigar remember SSR on 11th anniversary of ‘Shuddh Desi Romance’

Set in Jaipur, Rajasthan, the movie explored the views of the younger generation on commitment, live-in relationship and arranged marriage. Mumbai: On the 11th anniversary of the romantic comedy film ‘Shuddh Desi Romance’, the dynamic music composer duo, Sachin-Jigar remembered late actor Sushant Singh Rajput (SSR) who starred in the film. ‘Shuddh Desi Romance’ was directed by Maneesh Sharma and produced by Aditya Chopra. It features Sushant Singh Rajput, Parineeti Chopra, and Vaani Kapoor in lead roles. Set in Jaipur, Rajasthan, the movie explored the views of the younger generation on commitment, live-in relationship and arranged marriage. Talking about the same, Sachin-Jigar said: “Shuddh Desi Romance is an album that’s really close to our hearts. As the movie turns 11,…

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Nandamuri Mokshagna is all set for his debut into Telugu Film Industry

On the occasion of Mokshagna’s birthday, the makers released the poster of his debut film, though the title is yet to be announced. Hyderabad: Nandamuri Balakrishna’s son, Mokshagna Teja, is all set to make his debut in the Telugu film industry. Prashanth Varma, the young sensation and director of “The Hanuman”, has taken on the responsibility of launching Mokshagna as a hero. On the occasion of Mokshagna’s birthday, the makers released the poster of his debut film, though the title is yet to be announced. The poster features a stylish Mokshagna in a casual look, standing in what appears to be a foreign location, possibly during springtime. He is dressed in a black hoodie, white t-shirt, and blue jeans, paired…

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Karan Johar remembers late father Yash Johar on 95th birth anniversary with throwback photos

Karan Johar shared several childhood photos with his father on Instagram, marking Yash Johar’s 95th birth anniversary. He wrote, “Miss you every day, Papa. Thank you for being the brightest guiding light for me, even now.” Yash Johar began his career as a publicist and still photographer with the 1951 film “Badal” and later founded Dharma Productions in 1976. Mumbai: On late filmmaker Yash Johar’s 95th birth anniversary on Friday, his son and director Karan Johar remembered his “papa” and shared a string of throwback pictures. Karan took to Instagram, where he shared a handful of images some from his childhood days featuring his father and him. For the caption, he wrote: “Stole a few moments of nostalgia to share here…

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Taylor Swift arrives at Chiefs opener to support beau Travis Kelce

Swift arrived at the football stadium wearing a denim corset top, matching shorts, and maroon thigh-high boots. She was spotted greeting workers with a friendly, “Hello… how are you guys?” according to Rolling Stone. Los Angeles: Singer Taylor Swift was seen arriving at the Kansas City Chiefs season opener to support her beau Travis Kelce. Swift was seen dressed in a denim corset top, matching shorts, and maroon thigh-high boots. She was captured saying hello to workers as she arrived to the football stadium. “Hello… how are you guys?” she greeted folks, reports Rolling Stone. The “Lovestory” hitmaker’s arrival at the game comes just a day after Kelce’s team debunked a letter that claimed to have a “comprehensive media plan” for Kelce’s…

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Narsingi Police files chargesheet against actor Raj Tarun

Lavanya presented evidence, including hospital reports, indicating that she was compelled to undergo an abortion. Hyderabad: The Narsingi police have filed a chargesheet against actor Raj Tarun in response to complaints lodged by his ex-girlfriend, Lavanya. Lavanya presented evidence, including hospital reports, indicating that she was compelled to undergo an abortion. She also claimed to have provided proof of Raj Tarun’s infidelities. The police have confirmed the validity of her complaints. Raj Tarun had previously obtained anticipatory bail in connection with the case. Lavanya alleged that Raj Tarun, with whom she had been in a relationship for 11 years, had been unfaithful by dating his co-actress Malvi Malhotra and neglecting her. Raj Tarun, on the other hand, has denied these…

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Diljit Dosanjh joins Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan for ‘Border 2’

Sunny Deol took to his Instagram and welcomed Diljit on board. Mumbai: Actor and Punjabi music sensation Diljit Dosanjh has joined stars Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan for “Border 2”. A motion poster shared by the makers started with a verse of “Sandese Aate Hai” from the 1997 blockbuster “Border”. It then had “The bravest come together for the biggest war” written after Diljit’s name was unveiled. “The battlefield grows mightier with Diljit Dosanjh stepping in alongside Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan on the frontline of Bhushan Kumar & JP Dutta’s Border 2 for the Anurag Singh directorial! #Border2 hits the theatres on January 23, 2026,” mentioned the makers. Sunny Deol took to his Instagram and welcomed Diljit on board.…

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Kareena Kapoor Khan reveals “hot bag” saved her from weather woes during shoot

Kareena posted on Instagram with three photos from the set of her upcoming film “The Buckingham Murders.” The first image features her in a thick bomber jacket, arms wrapped around herself. The second is a monochrome shot of her smiling in a sweater and pants. The final picture shows the actress holding a hot bag. Mumbai: Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan has revealed that a “hot bag” rescued her from shooting in “every weather.” Kareena took to Instagram, where she shared three photographs from the sets of her upcoming film “The Buckingham Murders.” The first image has Kareena wearing a thick bomber jacket with her arms wrapped around. The second is a monochrome photograph, where she is seen smiling dressed in a…

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Telugu cinema sees a change: Content over star power

Audiences are increasingly choosing films based on content rather than star power, and debutant directors are proving that with the right story, even the biggest of competitors can be outshined. Hyderabad: August has been a remarkable month for Telugu cinema, especially for small-budget films. While the usual expectation is that star-studded films dominate the box office, this month proved that even films without a star cast can create a buzz. Movies like “Committee Kurrollu” have been running to packed theaters, even in their final week, showcasing the audience’s preference for simple stories with good screenplays over star power. This trend is not just a one-off. Young, debutant directors are winning over audiences with fresh, engaging content, often outperforming established directors…

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Allu Arjun among top celebrity taxpayers, pays Rs 14 crore for FY24

Allu Arjun, who gained widespread acclaim for his role in Pushpa: The Rise, paid Rs 14 crore in taxes, placing him among the top tax contributors from India’s entertainment industry. Hyderabad: Telugu superstar Allu Arjun has emerged as one of the highest tax-paying celebrities in India for the financial year 2023-24, according to Fortune India’s latest report. The actor, known for his strong fan base in South Indian cinema, is the only Telugu actor to make it to the list of top 22 celebrity taxpayers in the country. Allu Arjun, who gained widespread acclaim for his role in Pushpa: The Rise, paid Rs 14 crore in taxes, placing him among the top tax contributors from India’s entertainment industry. Meanwhile, topping the list of…

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Nani’s HIT: The Third Case first look poster released

The poster of the upcoming film featuring Nani, HIT: The Third Case was released in Hyderabad Hyderabad: The first look poster of Nani as Sarkaar in HIT: The Third Case has been released on Thursday. Nani’s character, Sarkaar, was introduced in the second part of the ‘HIT’ franchise as a ruthless police officer. The poster for the third part continues this theme, showing Nani with a bloody axe, smoking a cigar, hinting at a violent and intense action film. While fans are excited about this new release, Nani is also celebrating the success of Saripodhaa Sanivaaram, which is nearing the 100-crore mark at the box office. The success meet for the film is taking place on Thursday at Shilpakalavedhika. HIT: The…

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