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A video of veteran actress Mahima Chaudhary and actor Sanjay Mishra has gone viral on social media, showing both of them holding a varmala (garland) during what appears to be a wedding ritual. The video also captures a priest chanting mantras in the background, leaving many viewers surprised. Mahima, who rose to fame in the 1990s with films like Pardes, was seen alongside Sanjay Mishra in the video. However, before rumors spread about a real-life wedding, it’s important to note that this event was part of the promotional campaign for their upcoming film, Durlabh Prasad Ki Doosri Shaadi. Promotional Gimmick for Upcoming FilmThe viral video is actually a clever promotional strategy to bring attention to the film. While social media users initially speculated whether Mahima and Sanjay w...

As 2025 nears its end, Google has released the Top 10 Most Searched Movies in India for the year. From Bollywood to South Indian cinema and Hollywood, several films captured audiences’ attention, but only a few dominated online searches. Surprisingly, the list even features a film originally released in 2016. 1. SaiyaraDirected by Mohit Suri, Saiyara led 2025 searches in India. This musical romantic film, starring Ahan Pandey and Anit Padda, reignited the love for cinematic romance. Made on a budget of ₹45 crore, it grossed ₹329.73 crore net domestically and ₹570.33 crore worldwide. Apart from its box office success, Saiyara’s music and lead actors became a hot topic online, dominating search trends. 2. Kantara Chapter 1Rishabh Shetty’s prequel to Kantara, exploring the Kadamba dynas...

Indigo Airlines triggered nationwide travel chaos on Thursday, 4th December, by cancelling nearly 550 flights across India, leaving passengers—including several celebrities—frustrated and stranded. Cities most affected included Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, and Ahmedabad, which saw around 191 flight cancellations. Among the high-profile travelers impacted were Rahul Vaidya, Nia Sharma, Ali Goni, Anjali Arora, and Naresh Vijay Krishna, the step-brother of Telugu actor Mahesh Babu. Rahul Vaidya’s ₹4.2 Lakh SetbackRahul Vaidya revealed the financial blow caused by the cancellations. Sharing pictures of multiple boarding passes on Instagram, he wrote that the disruptions had cost him ₹4.2 lakh, while also expressing frustration over uncertainty regarding reaching his Kolkata show that night....

‘Dhurandhar’ starring Ranveer Singh has finally hit theaters on Friday, 5th December, and early morning shows are already seeing a strong turnout of audiences. The film has witnessed a remarkable surge in advance bookings, which jumped 346% in just 22 hours as show availability increased, signaling a massive opening day. According to Sacnilk, as of Thursday 11 AM, 58,801 tickets had been booked across 4,016 shows. By Friday morning, with 14,672 shows now available, total advance bookings soared to 2,62,543 tickets, generating a gross collection of ₹9.23 crore. Including blocked seats, pre-sales have pushed the figure to approximately ₹14 crore. Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar is one of the biggest releases of 2025, featuring an ensemble cast including Sara Arjun, Sanjay Dutt, Aks...

Actress and former Miss India Celina Jaitly has been fighting for over a year to secure justice for her brother, Retired Major Vikrant Kumar Jaitly, who has been held in a UAE prison since 6th September 2024. She finally has reason to hope. The Delhi High Court granted relief during a recent hearing, offering Celina a much-needed sense of reassurance. Balancing her personal struggles and marital challenges, Celina has also been relentlessly working to bring her brother back to India. In a recent heartfelt social media post, she expressed her gratitude and shared the update on the legal proceedings. During the hearing, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) submitted its status report and appointed a nodal officer to assist in contacting Vikrant. Celina described the development as a ...

Palak Mucchal has spoken out for the first time regarding her brother Palash Mucchal’s wedding to Indian cricket star Smriti Mandhana, which was recently postponed amid controversy. She shared insights into the family’s current situation and how they are coping with the challenging circumstances. The wedding, initially scheduled for 23rd November in Sangli, was suddenly postponed following the sudden illness of Smriti Mandhana’s father, who was admitted to the hospital. Reports also emerged about Palash Mucchal being hospitalized briefly. Speculation about the wedding being called off intensified when Smriti deleted all photos and videos of her engagement with Palash from Instagram, leading to unfounded rumors that Palash had cheated. Speaking to Filmfare, Palak described the period ...

Renowned fashion designer and film producer Manish Malhotra, currently known for producing the recently released film Gustakh Ishq, had humble beginnings. Long before he became a household name, Malhotra earned just ₹500 a month working in a small boutique in Bandra, folding clothes and assisting customers—a job that would unknowingly lay the foundation for his future success. From a young age, Malhotra was deeply passionate about films. In an interview, he revealed that while in the tenth grade, he eagerly awaited new film releases every Friday. Although academics didn’t particularly captivate him, he was drawn to colors, pencils, and paper. Accompanying his mother to markets to shop for saris, he developed an early fascination for fashion, which his mother encouraged and appreciated. ...

Nandamuri Balakrishna’s highly anticipated film ‘Akhanda 2’ has faced an unexpected setback just a day before its scheduled release on 5th December, leaving fans disappointed. The film, which had generated massive excitement—especially with Harshali Malhotra, known as Munni from Bajrangi Bhaijaan, adding to the hype—will now see its release postponed due to reasons beyond the makers’ control. Premiere Shows Cancelled Due to Technical Issues On 4th December, the production house 14 Reels Plus announced the cancellation of all paid premiere shows, citing technical problems. In a statement on X, they said: "Today’s 'Akhanda 2' premiere shows have been cancelled due to technical issues. We made every possible effort, but certain matters were beyond our control. We sincerely regret the...

Aditya Dhar’s highly anticipated film ‘Dhurandhar X’ starring Ranveer Singh, Akshay Khanna, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Sanjay Dutt has hit theaters on 5th December, garnering enthusiastic responses from audiences and critics alike. Set against the backdrop of the 1999 IC-814 hijacking and the 2001 Indian Parliament attack, the film explores the tense aftermath of these historic events. Early reviews suggest that the film immediately captivates viewers from the first frame, with Ranveer Singh delivering a powerhouse performance. Standout Performances and Fan Reactions Fans and critics have particularly praised Akshay Khanna, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal, noting that their performances add depth and intensity to the story. Many have lauded Akshay Khanna’s negative role, suggest...

Haridwar, December 3:The ashes of legendary Bollywood icon Dharmendra were immersed in the holy Ganga at Har Ki Pauri on Wednesday. The ceremony was carried out in the presence of the entire Deol family, including Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, and Dharmendra’s grandson Karan Deol, who performed the rituals with full Vedic traditions. Emotional moments unfolded as Karan, overwhelmed with grief, broke down during the immersion. According to reports, the rituals were conducted at 9:30 AM, after which the family proceeded to the Pilibhit Hotel in Haridwar. There, they took a ceremonial bath at the private ghat located behind the property. Sunny Deol Loses Cool at Paparazzi A video from the site has gone viral on social media, showing Sunny Deol confronting a paparazzo who was attempting to ...