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The Indian box office witnessed an interesting weekend as new releases and long-running hits battled for audience attention. While Border 2’s collections have slowed after 17 days and Mardaani 3 continues a slow climb, the newly released crime thriller Vadh 2 made a strong impression on its opening weekend. Yet the most surprising story comes from Dhurandhar, which continues to draw audiences in theaters even after its OTT release, 66 days post-release. Vadh 2’s Strong Weekend Released on 6 February 2026, Vadh 2, starring Nina Gupta and Sanjay Mishra and directed by Jaspal Singh Sandhu, has captured attention with its content-driven narrative. Competing against films like Border 2, Mardaani 3, and Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain, the sequel earned ₹50 lakh on opening day, followed by ₹1 crore ...

The much-anticipated film Spirit, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and starring Telugu superstar Prabhas, has hit another setback. After actress Deepika Padukone reportedly left the project, national award-winning actor Prakash Raj has also walked out, leaving fans shocked. Creative Differences Behind the Exit Reports suggest that Prakash Raj, initially cast in a pivotal role, exited the film due to creative differences with director Sandeep Reddy Vanga. Sources indicate that a disagreement over the shooting of a particular scene and its execution escalated tensions on set. This, combined with reportedly poor coordination with the production team, led to the actor stepping away from the project. Neither the makers nor Prakash Raj have issued an official statement, but the news has ...

Divya Agarwal, who married businessman Apoorv Pandgaonkar on 20 February 2024, is currently a contestant on the reality show The 50, streaming on JioCinema and Colors TV. The show, which features 50 participants competing over 50 days for a prize of ₹50 lakh, has already witnessed intense drama. In the latest episode, co-contestant Bhavya Singh made personal claims about Divya, alleging that she lives separately from her husband and calling her a “gold digger.” Clash During Tasks The controversy unfolded during the Bull and Intelligence task, where Bhavya and Divya had a heated argument and later criticized each other behind the scenes. Divya, frustrated during the task, commented that fellow contestant Archana lacked intelligence, which angered Bhavya, a close friend of Archana. ...

Mumbai witnessed a grand celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) over two days, drawing Bollywood stars including Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar, Vicky Kaushal, Shilpa Shetty, and filmmaker Karan Johar. Speaking at the event, Shilpa Shetty expressed her admiration for RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and said she would dedicate herself wholeheartedly to serving the nation. Star-Studded Celebration The centenary event was held at the Nehru Centre Auditorium on February 7 and 8, 2026. Among the attendees were prominent Bollywood personalities such as Salman Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Akshay Kumar, Vicky Kaushal, Karan Johar, Ananya Panday, Raveena Tandon, Jackie Shroff, Roopali Ganguly, Vineet Kumar Singh, Nitesh Tiwari, Madhur Bhandarkar, Mahesh Manjrekar, and Anand ...

Actor Saif Ali Khan and actress Amrita Singh tied the knot in 1991 and divorced in 2004, during which they had two children. The actor had concerns about their children’s religious upbringing but trusted that Amrita would not influence them in any particular direction. Today, Amrita Singh is single, while Saif is remarried. A Marriage Amid Concerns and Family Hesitation Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh met on a film set and instantly connected. Despite their 12-year age difference and differing religious backgrounds, they began dating. Saif revealed in an interview that his mother, actress Sharmila Tagore, was initially unhappy with the relationship and advised him not to marry Amrita. “My mother knew about our relationship but did not want us to marry. She said I could be happy in the...

The early 2000s witnessed a stylish and thrilling Indian television series called CATS, India’s own take on Charlie's Angels. Despite its popularity and 32-episode run, the show later earned a grim reputation for the tragic fates of its three lead actresses: Nafisa Joseph, Kuljeet Randhawa, and Malini Sharma. Nafisa Joseph: From Miss India to Tragedy Nafisa Joseph, a former Miss India and MTV VJ, was the first to star in CATS. Before the show, she had already made a mark in the entertainment industry, participating in Miss Universe 1997 and emerging in the Top 10. She aspired to work in human resources and help the underprivileged but quickly rose to fame as a model and VJ. After her role in CATS, Nafisa’s career flourished, but tragedy struck in 2004 when she died by suicide at h...

Mumait Khan, who rose to fame with the item number Dekh Le in Sanjay Dutt’s blockbuster Munna Bhai MBBS, has reinvented herself after a life-altering accident. Once one of the most sought-after performers for Hindi, Telugu, and Kannada films and chart-topping item numbers, Mumait now runs a makeup and hairstyling academy in Hyderabad. From Stardom to Tragedy Mumait, born Mumtaz Abdul Rashid Khan to a Pakistani father and South Indian mother, started working in the entertainment industry at just 13. By 18, her performance in Dekh Le made her an instant sensation. Her filmography includes hits like Halchal, Lucky: No Time for Love, Rowdy Rathore, as well as Telugu blockbusters Chhatrapati and Pokiri. She was among the most in-demand artists for item songs. However, her career came t...

Kartik Aryan and Ananya Panday’s romantic comedy Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri is now available on OTT after its theatrical release, but viewers will have to pay ₹349 to watch it. The film, which hit cinemas during the Christmas 2025 weekend, failed to make an impact at the box office and received lukewarm responses from audiences. OTT Premiere Details The movie has premiered on Amazon Prime Video, where it is currently available on a rental basis. Even subscribers of the platform will need to rent the film for ₹349 to watch it. Amazon Prime Video typically releases films for rental first and gradually includes them in the streaming library for subscribers. Kartik Aryan’s Record Fee Despite Flop Despite the film’s poor box office performance, Kartik Aryan reportedly recei...

The upcoming Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, and Suniel Shetty starrer Hera Pheri 3 has hit fresh trouble as the film reaches the Madras High Court. A South Indian producer has alleged that Firoz Nadiadwala is making the third installment without proper rights. Original Rights Holder Files Petition Sevan Arts International, a production house based in South India, has approached the Madras High Court, claiming that the rights to the Hera Pheri franchise do not belong to Firoz Nadiadwala. According to their petition, Nadiadwala only had the rights to make a Hindi remake of the 1989 Malayalam film Ramji Rao Speaking, which he used to produce Hera Pheri in 2000, directed by Priyadarshan. Later, Nadiadwala reportedly produced the 2006 sequel Phir Hera Pheri without authorization and then ...

Mumait Khan, known for her item song Dekh Le from Munna Bhai MBBS, recently shared intimate details about her personal life, career struggles, and why she chose to remain unmarried at 40. Career Break After Tragic Accident Rising quickly in Bollywood and South Indian cinema for her item songs, Mumait’s career came to an abrupt halt following a severe accident at home. She suffered multiple brain vessel ruptures, went into a coma for 15 days, and began experiencing epileptic seizures. Doctors warned her against strenuous work and activities, forcing her to spend seven years in recovery, largely confined to bed. Why She Remained Single Mumait revealed that her personal life took a backseat to her career and recovery. She stated, “I’m not a typical girl. I have both male and femal...