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Designer Manish Malhotra shared behind-the-scenes glimpses from his Mijwan show featuring Alia Bhatt. The designer’s Instagram post captured backstage preparations, model line-ups and final touches as the showcase celebrated 15 years of his association with Mijwan Welfare Society.

  Actor Nushrratt Bharuccha suffered a spinal fracture after an accident in Bali and is undergoing medical observation. Her publicist said arrangements are being made to bring her to Mumbai by air ambulance, where she will undergo surgery and require recovery time 

Actress Kerry Washington joked that her Animals co-star Ben Affleck would do anything for her except promote their upcoming Netflix crime thriller on social media. Washington shared a humorous Instagram reel featuring Affleck walking away when asked to make a TikTok video

Florence Pugh says playing Cathy Ames in ‘East of Eden’ helped her grow as an actress and expand creatively. She praised writer Zoe Kazan’s invitation to collaborate and said exploring Cathy’s character was both exciting and daunting for her.

Actress Bhagyashrii Borse, who stars opposite Mohanlal in the upcoming film Operation Ganga, expressed gratitude to the Malayalam superstar, calling it a blessing to be his co-actor and praising him as an inspiration during the film's shoot in Georgia.

Disha Patani marked 10 years in Bollywood by sharing a throwback picture with late actor Sushant Singh Rajput from MS Dhoni: The Untold Story. The actress expressed gratitude for her journey, characters and those who supported her career

Veteran actor Anupam Kher, 71, successfully climbed a 35-foot indoor rock-climbing wall at a mall in Raleigh, North Carolina. Sharing the experience online, Kher said the challenge strengthened his belief in himself and highlighted the triumph of the human spirit

The makers of Talcum Powder, starring Shiva Kandukuri, have released a glimpse video and announced the film's theatrical release on November 13. Directed by Sainath Ponna, the crime dramedy follows a drug peddler caught in a chaotic situation while being chased by both police and criminals.

Actor Upasana Singh has alleged financial irregularities within CINTAA, claiming that fixed deposits worth up to Rs 90 lakh were broken and funds transferred despite bank accounts being frozen amid an ongoing committee dispute.

Telugu star Mahesh Babu has praised Fahadh Faasil’s performance in the upcoming fantasy entertainer Don’t Trouble The Trouble, calling him a “stupendous actor”. He also lauded child artiste Ssara, director Shashank Yeleti and the film’s producers ahead of its October 2 release

As Kantara marked four years since its release, Rishab Shetty recalled his journey of bringing the Kannada film to the screen. The actor-director thanked the cast, crew and viewers, saying the film was a world he lived in

Malayalam superstar Mammootty has narrated ‘Panthadikkam’, ZEE5’s first Malayalam sports documentary. The five-episode series explores Kerala’s deep-rooted football culture, tracing its history, rivalries, fandom and influence while featuring stories from fans and the sport’s community

BRS leader T Harish Rao praised actor Priyadarshi for his portrayal of a character akin to K Chandrashekhar Rao in The Paradise. Priyadarshi met Harish Rao at his residence and discussed his film journey and upcoming projects.

Filmmaker-host Karan Johar announced that “Koffee With Karan” will conclude with its ninth season, premiering on JioHotstar on October 14. The show, launched in 2004, has completed eight seasons and 161 episodes, becoming a prominent celebrity talk show

Actor Siddharth praised the streaming era for enabling artists to take on contrasting roles, citing his characters in “Operation Safed Sagar” and “Lust Stories 3”. Filmmakers discussed bold programming, audience expectations, algorithms, entertainment and the evolving streaming landscape at FICCI FRAMES

Nick Jonas recalled a funny backstage moment when his four-year-old daughter Malti Marie unexpectedly walked into the Jonas Brothers’ green room while he and brothers Joe and Kevin were preparing for a show, leading to an amusing exchange.

Amitabh Bachchan was amused when KBC 18 contestant Almas Khan recalled falling asleep during his 1997 film Mrityudaata at Jaipur’s Raj Mandir theatre as a child. Bachchan joked about how she could watch the movie while sleeping, recalling the film’s release

Actress Wamiqa Gabbi welcomed a “new beginning” as she shared glimpses of her birthday celebrations on Instagram. The actress said she felt “very, very loved” after celebrating with friends and reflecting on her life, relationships and experiences.

Director Pawan Basamsetti’s bilingual comedy entertainer Golden Bhagyam brings Telugu actor Satya and Tamil star Yogi Babu together. Produced by Nagarjuna Reddy and Basamsetti, the film blends Telugu and Tamil elements with love, crime and action in a crossover setting

Actress Raashii Khanna shared glimpses of her Mysore schedule while shooting for ‘Dharman’, featuring temple visits, city outings, workouts, UNO games and moments with friends. She also shared pictures with Rajinikanth and Ram Pothineni from the upcoming Tamil film

  Industry experts attribute stronger cinema-going culture in South India to affordable, regulated ticket prices, compared with the North. They say high ticket costs and premium multiplex positioning have reduced movie consumption, with audiences watching fewer films in theatres despite OTT growth 

Bigg Boss 20 contestant Uditi Singh described her breakup with actor Karan Wahi as a “blessing in disguise”. Recalling their COVID-19 lockdown relationship struggles, she said the separation transformed her personal and professional life and changed the course of her career

Actress Ishita Dutta is returning as Anju Salgaonkar in ‘Drishyam: The Conclusion’, the third and final instalment of the franchise. She said the mystery, unanswered questions and nostalgia surrounding the series make her return exciting and meaningful for audiences

Actor-politician Ravi Kishan will headline an upcoming devotional drama presented by Mahaveer Jain Films. Directed by Amit Aarryan, the film explores a unique friendship between a man and God, blending spirituality, humour, emotion and drama into a family entertainer