A treasured family heirloom lies at the heart of a new Netflix series featuring Bollywood's famous Kapoor dynasty. Karisma Kapoor revealed a handwritten recipe collection given to her by legendary filmmaker Raj Kapoor, who inscribed words of wisdom about winning hearts through culinary skills before she would eventually meet her future partner. The compilation featured dishes the cinema icon enjoyed, prompting cousin Armaan Jain to plan a family gathering centered around fried delicacies from those very pages.
Alongside the recipes sat a photograph capturing a young Karisma with her grandfather, which sparked tender memories and laughter about her lifelong passion for food. Armaan expressed regret at never having known the showman...
Anupam Kher reflected on his remarkable career trajectory during an International Film Festival of India masterclass, emphasizing perseverance as fundamental to success. The veteran performer gained prominence at 28 by portraying a pensioner in Mahesh Bhatt's Saaransh before expanding into Hollywood productions and working across numerous Indian language cinemas.
The actor recalled his transformative experience on Silver Linings Playbook, where his longtime idol Robert De Niro initially questioned his character's presence in a pivotal sequence. Kher risked dismissal by defending his interpretation, a bold stance that ultimately earned De Niro's respect and forged a lasting friendship between the two performers. The Hollywood legend...
Malaysian Tamil rappers Yogi B, Dr Burn and Emcee Jesz will headline the Thalapathy Thiruvizha tribute concert at Bukit Jalil Stadium in Kuala Lumpur next month, celebrating the audio release of Jana Nayagan. The H Vinoth-directed action film represents Vijay's final screen appearance before retiring from cinema, lending emotional weight to what would typically be a routine promotional event. Co-producer Jagadish Palanisamy expressed profound sentiment about organizing the swan song celebration, reflecting on his evolution from an admiring spectator at previous launches to coordinating this historic farewell.
The ensemble cast features Bobby Deol, Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju, Prakash Raj and Gautham Vasudev Menon under KVN Productions...
Bigg Boss 19 contestants face a high-stakes decision as producers challenge them to determine whether housemates Shehbaz Badeshah and Malti Chahar should compete for the season's first finale ticket. The announcement sparked immediate division among participants, with Farrahna Bhatt questioning both contenders' personalities while Tanya Mittal defended Shehbaz's consistent effort in challenges.
Ashnoor Kaur bluntly declared her intention to triumph over Malti in every task, and Gaurav Khanna expressed confusion about Malti's strategy. The competition unfolds among the eight remaining contestants following Kunickaa Sadanand's recent elimination from the reality program.
Salman Khan continues as host for this edition of the long-running...
Imtiaz Ali's biographical drama about the late Punjabi singer failed to secure either of its two International Emmy nominations during Monday evening's ceremony in New York. The Netflix production competed unsuccessfully for recognition in both the TV movie category and for lead performer Diljit Dosanjh's portrayal, with British series Lost Boys and Fairies claiming the former honor while Spanish actor Oriol Pla captured the acting prize.
Despite leaving the awards empty-handed, Dosanjh and Ali generated significant attention on the red carpet, where the Punjabi star greeted photographers with his characteristic namaste gesture. Netflix India executives accompanied the creative team to the Manhattan event.
Ali previously characterized...
Scarlett Johansson will enter demonic possession territory as the lead in a fresh Exorcist installment from Universal and Blumhouse-Atomic Monster. Mike Flanagan, the filmmaker behind Doctor Sleep and The Life of Chuck, will helm what has been characterized as a radical reimagining within the universe established by William Friedkin's 1973 supernatural landmark. Production will unfold in New York City, though narrative specifics and supporting performers remain undisclosed.
Flanagan praised Johansson's ability to ground performances across genres, from tentpole spectacles to intimate character studies. The actress recently contributed to Universal's profitable Jurassic World Rebirth and made her directorial debut with Eleanor the...
Elnaaz Norouzi embraced a comedic opportunity with Mastiii 4 after building her reputation through dramatic and nationalistic performances. The Iranian-German performer explained that joining the established comedy series allowed her to demonstrate versatility beyond her previous serious work, while the proven chemistry among returning stars Vivek Oberoi, Riteish Deshmukh and Aftab Shivdasani added appeal.
The actress acknowledged substantial differences between herself and Bindiya, her character, who risks marital harmony by sheltering strangers. Norouzi admitted she could never replicate such generous behavior given her protective nature regarding personal boundaries. The theatrical release follows three married friends seeking...
Hugh Jackman has reversed his stance on retiring from the Wolverine character after initially appearing to make a definitive exit in 2017's Logan. The Australian actor confessed during an appearance on The Graham Norton Show that he will no longer declare any absolute departure from the clawed mutant role, acknowledging his return for the massively successful Deadpool and Wolverine proved his earlier retirement promises unreliable.
The performer admitted his resolve weakened after watching the first Deadpool film, prompting an immediate call to Ryan Reynolds to propose their collaboration before even notifying his representation. Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige initially discouraged the comeback, warning against undermining Logan's...
Filmmaker Karan Johar paid tribute to Dharmendra following the Bollywood icon's death at 89, describing the loss as marking the conclusion of a cinematic chapter. Through social media remarks, Johar celebrated the performer's magnetic screen presence and remarkable career while emphasizing his kindness toward colleagues and industry peers. The director reflected on working alongside the star and expressed how profoundly his absence would resonate throughout the entertainment community.
Following confirmation of his passing, Dharmendra's remains were transported to Pawan Hans Crematorium in Vile Parle. Family members accompanied the procession as fellow actors Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan, and Abhishek Bachchan arrived to honor the...
