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Veteran actor Arun Govil, famed for his portrayal of Lord Ram in Ramanand Sagar’s iconic TV series Ramayan, recently shared his thoughts on the upcoming film ‘Ramayanam’, starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram. Govil, who plays King Dasharath in the film, also addressed comparisons being made between Ramayanam and the 2022 movie Adipurush. Govil Praises Ranbir Kapoor Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, Ramayanam is one of the most anticipated films in the coming months. Arun Govil lauded the film and its lead actor, saying:"Nitesh Tiwari, the cast, and the entire team have worked very hard. Ranbir Kapoor looks very good as Lord Ram. He is not only a talented actor but also a good human being." Govil emphasized the spiritual and moral qualities needed to portray a deity on screen:"To play the r...

Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan continues his Sunday tradition of greeting fans outside his Mumbai residence. Recently, a humorous video surfaced featuring a man claiming to be Bachchan’s neighbour, sharing his admiration for the legendary actor. Neighbour Expresses Gratitude Every Sunday, Amitabh Bachchan steps out of his Jalsa bungalow to personally greet the thousands of fans who gather outside. With his signature smile and a wave, he interacts with admirers, who eagerly capture glimpses of him on their phones. The Instagram user Nirmit Jesrani shared a video that quickly went viral, in which he peeks out from his window and introduces himself as Amitabh Bachchan’s neighbour. In the video, Nirmit points to a young boy visible behind Bachchan and says, “Who is this boy behi...

Rani Mukerji’s crime-thriller ‘Mardaani 3’ failed to make a strong impression at the box office on its third day, continuing to struggle against the blockbuster success of Sunny Deol’s ‘Border 2’. Despite being released during the weekend, the film managed a modest collection of ₹7.25 crore on Sunday. Box Office Performance According to industry tracker Sacnik, ‘Mardaani 3’ has shown only incremental growth since its release: Day 1 (Friday, 30 January): ₹4 crore Day 2 (Saturday, 31 January): ₹6.25 crore Day 3 (Sunday, 1 February): ₹7.25 crore This brings the total domestic collection to ₹17.50 crore. While Sunday’s earnings were 16% higher than Saturday, the film has not benefitted significantly from the weekend rush, partly due to stiff competition from ‘Border 2’. ...

Veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar shared candid views on religion, politics, faith, and atheism during an event in Lucknow, sparking widespread discussion. Speaking at a program commemorating Comrade Shankar Dayal Tiwari’s birth anniversary, Akhtar reflected on personal experiences, social issues, and the evolving cultural landscape of India. Faith, Atheism, and Patriotism Akhtar emphasized the moral choices faced by believers and non-believers in today’s context. He remarked,"A devout person has two options: faith and nationalism. An atheist, however, has no choice of religion and naturally prioritizes the nation." Personal Anecdotes Recalling his childhood in Gwalior, Akhtar shared a humorous anecdote:"At birth, I was reportedly given the call to prayer in my ear...

Mumbai police have made significant progress in the firing incident at filmmaker Rohit Shetty’s Juhu residence, with four arrests and CCTV footage revealing a shooter in action. The case, initially handed over to the Crime Branch, saw the accused sent to police custody until 5 February. Details of the Arrests On Sunday, 1 February, the Mumbai Crime Branch arrested four men in connection with the case. Preliminary investigations indicate that the accused have links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang and Shubham Lonkar, who is wanted in the murder case of RCP leader Baba Siddiqui. The arrested individuals are: Aditya Gyaneshwar Gayaki (19 years) Siddharth Deepak Yenpure (20 years) Samarth Shivsharan Pomaji (18 years) Swapnil Bandu Sakat (23 years) A fifth suspect is still...

Ten days after its release, Sunny Deol’s war drama Border 2 continues to dominate the box office. On its second Sunday, the film recorded a remarkable collection of ₹22.50 crore, surpassing three major films in the process and proving its stronghold at the theaters. 10th Day Box Office Performance Following a strong opening, Border 2 had seen a dip in collections after the fourth day. However, on the 9th and 10th days, the film bounced back impressively. According to SACNIK, the 10th day collection of ₹22.50 crore was: 58.72% lower than the first Sunday collection 26.76% higher than the previous day (Saturday) collection of ₹17.75 crore With this, the net domestic collection has now reached ₹275.25 crore, while the gross collection stands at ₹329 crore. Day-wise Box Off...

The highly anticipated reality show The 50 premiered on 1 February 2026 with a grand and explosive first episode. While the premiere showcased all 50 celebrity contestants, the episode was marked by an ugly clash between Karan Patel and Siddharth Bharadwaj, and Vanshaj Singh became the first contestant to be eliminated. Another highlight was Maxtern revealing a shocking twist involving a social media feud with Elvish Yadav. Grand Premiere at a Lavish Palace The show kicked off with a glimpse of a luxurious mansion, where host Lion introduced all 50 contestants and revealed that viewers would get a chance to win ₹50 lakh. After the introductions, contestants were divided into 10 teams, and singer Himesh Reshammiya performed his hit songs, making the contestants dance and energizing th...

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...