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Renee Sen wishes Sushmita Sen on her 50th birthday
Renee Sen marked her mother Sushmita Sen's 50th birthday with social media tributes featuring family photographs. One image showed the former Miss Universe alongside both daughters, while another captured the trio at a recent Durga Puja celebration. Sushmita Sen, who maintains a close friendship with her adopted daughters, had shared sunset beach footage ahead of her birthday celebration. The actress regularly expresses affection for Renee and her younger daughter, Alisah, through public posts. Earlier this year, Sushmita Sen celebrated Renee's birthday by posting childhood images and describing her elder daughter as a life-changing gift. The actress acknowledged Renee's generous nature and expressed pride in her development...
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan attends Sathya Sai Baba centenary
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan participated in centenary observances honoring spiritual leader Shri Sathya Sai Baba at an event in Andhra Pradesh attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The actress, whose most recent film appearance was in Ponniyin Selvan: II, expressed appreciation for the Prime Minister's attendance and referenced her background as a participant in Bal Vikas, an educational initiative supported by the Sai Baba trust that teaches children principles from Sanathana Dharma. During her address, Rai Bachchan emphasized that the guru's influence and compassionate philosophy continue resonating with millions globally despite the passage of a century since his birth. She highlighted his conviction that authentic leadership...
Karishma Tanna reflects on role in Hush Hush
Karishma Tanna has shared her reflections on portraying a police officer without cosmetics or enhancement filters in the Amazon Prime Video series Hush Hush. The actress posted images from her performance as Geeta while discussing how the role enabled her to demonstrate abilities beyond conventional glamorous presentations. Tanna credited director Tanuja Chandra for providing an opportunity to embody an authentic character stripped of typical celebrity aesthetics. The actress stated that professional appearances represent only one dimension of her identity and emphasized that powerful performances can emerge from unglamorous portrayals. In the suspense thriller, her character investigated concealed activities involving four wealthy...
'1942 A Love Story' to screen at IFFI 2025
The International Film Festival of India will present a restored version of the 1942: A Love Story during its 56th edition in Goa. The Vidhu Vinod Chopra production has undergone an 8k restoration with 5.1 surround sound remastering, with portions of the work completed at L'Immagine Ritrovata laboratory in Bologna, Italy. The romantic drama features performances by Anil Kapoor, Manisha Koirala, Jackie Shroff, and Anupam Kher. The restoration honors both the enduring appeal of this Hindi cinema classic and composer R.D. Burman, whose musical score became deeply embedded in popular memory. Set during India's independence movement, the production achieved both critical acclaim and commercial success upon release three decades ago...
FIR filed against five for blackmailing Yash’s mother over film publicity
Authorities in Karnataka registered a case against five individuals following allegations from film producer Pushpa, mother of actor Yash, who accused them of misappropriating funds meant for promoting her production Kottalawadi. The complaint filed at High Grounds police station names PRO Harish Urs, Manu, Nitin, Mahesh Guru, and Swarnalatha as defendants who allegedly received approximately Rs 64 lakh but failed to deliver promised publicity services. Pushpa told reporters the accused engaged in deliberate sabotage of the film's release while threatening both her and the director when questioned about financial accounting. She stated that negative propaganda emerged shortly before theatrical distribution and that associates falsely...
Surbhi Chandna celebrates second Karva Chauth
Television actress Surbhi Chandna commemorated her second Karva Chauth alongside husband Karan Sharma at a villa in Alibaug, transforming a casual retreat into a meaningful celebration surrounded by relatives and customs. The performer shared how the oceanside property provided an ideal setting for family activities, including pickleball matches, competitive gaming sessions, and outdoor film screenings, while the couple observed their annual fasting tradition. Sharma repeated his gesture from the previous year by fasting alongside his wife, with both partners acknowledging their fifteen years together before breaking their fast after moonrise. The couple, who married through an intimate ceremony at Chomu Palace in Rajasthan, spent...
Vipin Sharma opens up about a 12-year break from Bollywood
Actor Vipin Sharma has revealed details about an extended absence from Bollywood that lasted approximately twelve years following his initial work in the industry during the late eighties. The performer relocated abroad and transitioned into editing before returning to Indian cinema through his role in Taare Zameen Par, which he characterized as a fresh beginning that reinvigorated his professional path. The actor recently appeared in the fourth season of Maharani, a political drama series streaming on SonyLIV featuring Huma Qureshi. Sharma credited his longtime connection with director Subhash Kapoor as the primary factor behind his participation, noting their fifteen-year friendship made accepting the role an immediate decision...
This Tempting Madness to premiere at IFFI 2025
Psychological thriller This Tempting Madness will make its global debut at the International Film Festival of India in Goa, featuring Simone Ashley from Bridgerton alongside Austin Stowell, Suraj Sharma, and Zenobia Shroff. Director Jennifer E. Montgomery based her feature directorial debut on events experienced by someone close to her, crafting a narrative about a woman emerging from a coma with fragmented memories and an absent spouse while her family remains suspiciously watchful. Ashley portrays Mia, who struggles to distinguish reality from perception after her accident, delivering what early viewers describe as her most complex screen work. Montgomery expressed gratitude for showcasing the film before audiences appreciating...
Kajal Aggarwal shares magical experience in Australia's Field of Light
Actress Kajal Aggarwal documented her Australian journey through social media posts highlighting visits to Uluru and Kata Tjuta, natural formations she described as spiritually moving and architecturally magnificent. The performer characterized her encounter with the ancient monolith as profoundly calming while comparing the rock domes to walking through sacred spaces defined by vibrant desert hues. Among her experiences, Aggarwal emphasized viewing the Field of Light installation created by British artist Bruce Munro, where thousands of illuminated spheres spread across the landscape, creating what she termed a surreal earthbound galaxy. Her accommodation at Longitude 131 provided direct views of Uluru alongside memorable dining under...
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