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One of the biggest films of 2026, Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayanam, is all set for a Diwali release. The film reportedly has a budget of ₹4,000 crore and features a star-studded cast enhanced with AI-generated imagery. From Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram to Yash as Ravana, the film promises a spectacular retelling of the Indian epic. AI-Generated Cast Images Go Viral Since the release of the first look in 2025, fans have eagerly awaited updates on Ramayanam. Recently, an Instagram user named Digital Dreamer shared AI-generated images depicting scenes from the film in an animated style. In these images: Sunny Deol appears as Hanuman, flying over the ocean. Ranbir Kapoor is shown as a young Lord Ram, standing with a bow and arrow, breaking Shiva’s bow to win Sita’s hand. Yash, in the ...

Late on the night of 31 January, four rounds of gunfire were fired outside filmmaker Rohit Shetty’s residence, an attack claimed by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Before Shetty, other Bollywood celebrities including Salman Khan, Kapil Sharma, and Disha Patani were also targeted. One celebrity was even shot 16 times in 1997, resulting in his death. While Bollywood may appear glamorous from afar, the industry has often been marred by scandals, feuds, and threats from gangsters. Over the years, many celebrities have faced the wrath of the underworld, with some surviving attacks while others tragically lost their lives. 4 Rounds Fired Outside Rohit Shetty’s House On Saturday, 31 January, unknown assailants fired four rounds outside Rohit Shetty’s residence. Shetty was inside the house at ...

Mumbai: Actor Salman Khan has delivered a sharp response to critics who mocked his expressions in the film ‘Battle of Galwan’, calling them romantic. Salman clarified that he plays a colonel, and his look is meant to inspire and motivate his soldiers, not convey romance. Responding to the TrollingDuring an Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) match, Salman was asked to recreate the iconic scene from the film. While performing, he addressed the criticism, saying:"Now people will understand this isn’t a romantic look. I’m a colonel, Bhaiya. This is a colonel’s look—it shows how to inspire your team, your soldiers. I could give the same look to them too, but it would be meaningless. That look has a purpose." The trolling began when the teaser of ‘Battle of Galwan’ was released. In one sc...

Mumbai: Actor Sunny Deol shared a video celebrating the success of his film ‘Border 2’, marking the first time he has been seen smiling publicly since the passing of his father, Dharmendra, on 24 November 2025. In the video, Sunny is seen cutting a cake, dancing, and thanking fans, while his team presents him with a bouquet of flowers. Celebrating ‘Border 2’The film, directed by Anurag Singh and produced by Nidhi Dutta, has taken the box office by storm. Released just a week ago, ‘Border 2’ has already grossed over ₹224 crore. In the Instagram story, Sunny celebrated with his team, cutting a cake inscribed, “Congratulations Border 2”, and joyfully singing, “Happy Border 2 you, Happy Border 2 Sunny Sir, Happy Border 2 you.” A Moment of Joy with the TeamSunny’s team members, playfully ...

Mumbai: Fans are eager to know what Ranveer Singh’s next film will be after the megahit ‘Dhurandhar 2’, scheduled for release on 19 March. Reports suggest that the actor is in talks with acclaimed filmmaker Shankar, known for hits like ‘Nayak’ and ‘2.0’. If everything falls into place, Ranveer will play the lead role in Shankar’s upcoming pan-India project, ‘Vel Pari’, alongside Tamil superstar Vikram. ‘Dhurandhar’ Sets a New BenchmarkDirected by Aditya Dhar, ‘Dhurandhar’ not only redefined box office success but also elevated Ranveer Singh’s career to new heights. Earlier, Ranveer reportedly opted out of Farhan Akhtar’s ‘Don 3’, leaving fans curious about his next big venture. The buzz around ‘Vel Pari’ has now generated widespread excitement among audiences. Talks Between Ranveer S...

Mumbai: In a significant legal relief for Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, a Mumbai court has restrained director Abhinav Kashyap from making any “derogatory or insulting remarks” against the actor or his family. Salman had filed a defamation suit seeking unconditional apology and damages of ₹9 crore. The legal action follows a series of 26 video interviews and podcasts released by Kashyap between September and December 2025, in which he allegedly made “false, defamatory, and highly insulting” statements targeting Salman Khan and his family. In addition to Kashyap, other parties, including Khushboo Hajare and multiple social media platforms, have been named in the suit. Court Finds Remarks Defamatory and Insulting The court, after reviewing the podcasts, observed that Kashyap’s st...

Veteran actress Upasana Singh, best known as “Bua” from The Kapil Sharma Show, has raised serious concerns about the harsh realities of the entertainment industry. Speaking about her experiences and observations after becoming the Secretary General of CINTAA (Cine & TV Artists Association), she revealed the struggles many actors face behind the glamour. The Hidden Struggles of ActorsUpasana told IANS, “People often don’t see the dark side of the film industry. Common people think this is a glamorous life and that actors live comfortably. But the truth is very different.” She added that after assuming her role in CINTAA, actors began approaching her with their grievances. “Many revealed that they barely earn ₹1,200 in a year. Some get only four or five working days, where 25% of t...

Bollywood actor Ahan Shetty is currently basking in the success of his latest film Border 2, directed by Anurag Singh. The action-packed movie has collected ₹224.25 crore net in just one week, with Ahan portraying Lieutenant Commander Mahendra Singh Rawat of the Indian Navy’s 14th Frigate Squadron. However, the actor revealed in an interview that following his debut film Tadap, he was not allowed to sign any other movies for four years due to a binding contract with Sajid Nadiadwala’s production house. Four-Year Hiatus ExplainedAhan spoke to Mid-Day, reflecting on how January 23 changed his life. About Tadap, he said, “Tadap earned ₹40 crore, which was significant at a time when many films struggled to even cross ₹10 crore. People called it a poor performer, but we made a profit.” ...

The release of Thalapathy Vijay’s latest film Jana Nayakan continues to be mired in controversy. Speaking for the first time amid the ongoing dispute, the superstar told a TV channel that the delays and scrutiny around his film are politically motivated. Meanwhile, reports emerged that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has filed a caveat in the Supreme Court, potentially delaying the film’s release further. Actor-Turned-Politician Speaks OutVijay, who is now actively involved with his political party, Tamilga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), said in an off-camera interview with NDTV that he feels sorry for the filmmakers as their project remains unreleased. He acknowledged that his political career had always made him anticipate such targeting and credited his father, S.A. Chandrasekh...

A video of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has gone viral online after the actor tried shaking hands with a robot at the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) match in Surat. The robot initially didn’t respond, causing amusement among onlookers, before eventually extending its hand following a few commands. The Viral MomentSalman Khan, who is currently in the spotlight for his upcoming film Battle of Galwan, which is set to release on April 17, 2026, visited Surat for the ISPL match on January 30. After greeting all the players, he approached a robot at the end of the line to shake hands. Initially, the robot didn’t react, leaving Salman slightly awkward. After someone in the background gave a command, the robot finally moved, and Salman completed the handshake. Fans’ ReactionsThe vide...