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Actress Tara Sutaria has made a startling revelation on social media, exposing how her image and career were targeted through paid negative publicity. According to Tara, social media influencers were given ₹6,000 each to create content aimed at defaming her. Her post has quickly gone viral. The controversy stems from Tara and her boyfriend Veer Pahadiya attending AP Dhillon’s concert in Mumbai, where Tara performed on stage and danced to the song “Thodi Si Daaru” with the singer. A video of the performance showed AP Dhillon attempting a kiss while Tara gestured “no,” and Veer appeared visibly upset by the situation. Sharing evidence of the paid PR, Tara reposted an influencer’s post stating: “Thank you for speaking up. This was all paid PR to damage my image. It’s disgusting that the...

Following the massive success of ‘The Kerala Story’ in 2023, which ran in theatres for over 40 days and earned ₹241.74 crore net in India and ₹302 crore worldwide, its sequel ‘The Kerala Story 2’ is all set for release on 27 February 2026. The film’s shooting, produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, has been completed under tight security. The original film had made waves at the box office and received national acclaim, winning National Awards for Best Direction and Best Cinematography. The sequel, set in Kerala, promises a deeper and more intense storyline, though the details of its cast and director are being kept under wraps. According to an industry source, the production team ensured that no information leaked during filming, prohibiting cast and crew from using phones on set. The film...

The seventeenth season of “Kaun Banega Crorepati” (KBC17), hosted by Amitabh Bachchan, has witnessed its second crorepati. Biplab Biswas from Ranchi, Jharkhand, stunned everyone by answering the ₹1 crore question instantly, winning the prize along with a car. The episode began with Fastest Finger First, where Biplab secured the top spot and advanced to the hot seat. Before starting, he shared his inspiring journey as a CRPF inspector posted in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh, speaking emotionally about surviving in harsh jungle conditions and honoring the sacrifices of his colleagues. Amitabh consoled and encouraged him warmly. Without using any lifelines, Biplab navigated through the questions, winning ₹50,000, and then played the Super Sandook, correctly answering ten questions to earn ₹1 la...

South superstar Yash’s highly anticipated film ‘Toxic’ has revealed the first look of Nayanthara, who will portray the character of Ganga. The film is slated for release in March 2026. Prior to Nayanthara, first looks of Huma Qureshi, Kiara Advani, and Yash himself had already been unveiled. After captivating audiences with his 2022 blockbuster ‘Rocky Bhai’, Yash is gearing up to create another sensation with ‘Toxic’, directed by Geetu Mohandas. The makers are gradually releasing the first looks of all key characters, with fans praising Nayanthara’s powerful and stylish reveal. Yash shared her look on 31 December 2025, captioning it: “Presenting Nayanthara as Ganga.” Earlier, Huma Qureshi’s Elizabeth and Kiara Advani’s Nadia were introduced through their first looks, generating excit...

Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday’s film “Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri” (TMMTMTTM) is struggling at the box office. Released on Christmas, 25 December, the romantic comedy has failed to earn even ₹30 crore in its first six days, against a production budget of ₹90 crore. Despite massive promotions, the film has been overshadowed by the blockbuster “Dhurandhar”, which continues to rake in huge numbers, grossing ₹11.25 crore on its 26th day in India alone. Social media users have heavily criticized TMMTMTTM, especially for its remakes of popular songs like “Sajan Ji Ghar Aaye” and “Saat Samundar Paar.” In response to the criticism, producer Karan Johar shared a long Instagram note, without naming anyone, admonishing those who celebrate others’ failures. Johar urged people to stop g...

Bollywood actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu and her husband Raj Nidimoru are enjoying a romantic honeymoon in Portugal, nearly a month after their wedding on 1st December 2025. Samantha has been sharing glimpses of their trip on social media, giving fans a peek into their celebration. Honeymoon Highlights:The couple, both celebrating their second marriages, have been exploring iconic landmarks across Portugal and enjoying the local cuisine. Samantha captioned one of her posts, “December is going like this…”, sharing her excitement and happiness with fans. From strolling along scenic streets adorned with flower beds to soaking in stunning ocean views under the bright sun, Samantha and Raj appear to be making every moment of their honeymoon memorable. Wedding and Personal Life:Samantha’s...

Bollywood actress Nusrat Bharucha recently visited the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain ahead of the New Year celebrations, performing rituals and offering prayers. Videos of her visit quickly went viral, but the trip drew criticism from Bareilly cleric Maulana Shahabuddin Rizvi, who publicly expressed his displeasure. Cleric’s Reaction:Speaking to ANI, Maulana Rizvi, National President of the All India Muslim Jamaat, stated:"Nusrat Bharucha visited the Mahakal temple, performed rituals, applied sandalwood on her forehead, offered prayers, and draped herself in a ceremonial cloth. From the perspective of Sharia, these acts constitute a sin – a major sin. She has violated Sharia principles and is therefore obliged to repent, seek forgiveness, and recite the Kalma." Nusrat’s Spiritual Ba...

Actress Tara Sutaria has revealed a shocking attempt to sabotage her career and personal life through paid negative publicity. Sharing a post on social media, Tara exposed that influencers were paid ₹6,000 each to create content aimed at tarnishing her image. The post has gone viral, drawing widespread attention. The Incident:Tara and her boyfriend Veer Pahadiya recently attended AP Dhillon’s concert in Mumbai, where Tara performed on stage and danced to the song “Thodi Si Daaru.” During the performance, a video surfaced showing AP Dhillon attempting to kiss Tara while she gestured “no.” Veer was reportedly upset observing the incident. The Paid PR Scheme:Tara reshared a post by one of the influencers, highlighting that they were paid to target her. She wrote: “Thank you for raising ...

Actress Jiya Shankar has put an end to circulating rumors about her engagement with reality TV star Abhishek Malhan. The actress shared a photo with her boyfriend, clarifying that the engagement stories are false. Social media had linked Jiya and Abhishek after their stint on Bigg Boss OTT 2, claiming that the duo was engaged. However, on 30 December 2025, Jiya posted a picture with a mystery man on Instagram, showing him kissing her forehead. She accompanied the photo with a red heart emoji and the caption: “Let’s leave false rumors in 2025.” This subtly but clearly refutes any claims about her engagement to Abhishek. The Rumor:The portal Tele Khazana had reported that Jiya and Abhishek were about to get engaged and eventually marry, stating that their relationship was now public. A...

Bollywood actress Chitrangda Singh reflects on a memorable 2025 and looks forward to an exciting 2026, sharing insights on her professional journey, personal life, and her perspective on women in the industry in an exclusive interview with Navbharat Times. Chitrangda, who made her film debut in 2005 with Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi, has consistently chosen meaningful roles over superficial ones. From Ye Saali Zindagi and Inkaar to Saheb Biwi Gangster 3, she has made her mark with strong performances. After a challenging seven-year hiatus, she returned to the screen and in 2025 starred in Khaki: The Bengal Chapter, Housefull 5, and Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders. In 2026, she will be seen in Battle of Galwan alongside Salman Khan. On Choosing Quality Over Quantity:“My career was neve...