Entertainment

JioStar will launch six editions of Bigg Boss across Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Bangla this festive season, beginning in September. The company also unveiled India’s Bigg Reality, a coffee table book highlighting the franchise’s audience reach, cultural influence and marketing impact.

Actress Namrata Shirodkar celebrated daughter Sitara's birthday with a heartfelt social media post, calling her growth the greatest blessing of her life. The touching message drew attention from fans while highlighting the close bond shared by the mother and daughter.

Actor Aadar Jain celebrated Spain's FIFA World Cup 2026 triumph after watching the final in New York. Calling it a "legend versus prodigy" clash between Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal, he praised Spain while reaffirming Cristiano Ronaldo as his greatest of all time.

Salman Khan responded to online comments about his health and appearance by sharing new black-and-white pictures with a witty caption asking fans about their well-being. The actor faced mixed reactions after a recent public appearance, with fans defending him against age-related criticism

Shah Rukh Khan congratulated the Los Angeles Knight Riders after they won their maiden Major League Cricket title with a thrilling one-run victory over Washington Freedom. The Bollywood superstar praised the team's determination and celebrated another milestone in cricket's growth in the United States.

Rakul Preet Singh said being part of Ramayana is an honour beyond words as she shared photographs from the film's trailer launch. The actress will portray Surpanakha in Nitesh Tiwari's two-part adaptation, slated for release during Diwali 2026 and 2027.

Filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli and actors Chiranjeevi and Mahesh Babu congratulated Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace on the successful launch of Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital rocket, calling it a proud milestone for the nation and a testament to young India's innovation.

Katrina Kaif shared heartwarming photographs from her first birthday as a mother, featuring husband Vicky Kaushal and their son Vihaan. The actress also penned a heartfelt note expressing gratitude as fans got a rare glimpse into her family life.

Actor Jennifer Winget married businessman William Ishmael, announcing the news through a social media post featuring wedding photographs. The television star, previously married to Karan Singh Grover, recently appeared in the 2024 series Raisinghani vs Raisinghani

AR Rahman congratulated nephew GV Prakash Kumar on winning his third National Award for the background score of Amaran. Rahman called it a proud family milestone, saying they have now collectively won 10 National Awards for their musical achievements

Telugu stars Mahesh Babu and Chiranjeevi congratulated Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace after the successful launch of Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital rocket. The milestone strengthens India's private space sector and positions the country among global leaders in commercial space launches

Kartik Aaryan shared an emotional video capturing the moment he was announced as the National Award winner for Best Actor for Chandu Champion. The heartfelt clip shows his parents celebrating the achievement, while the actor expressed gratitude for fulfilling a long-cherished dream.

Kannada star Yash said working on Ramayana was professionally and personally rewarding, crediting producer Namit Malhotra for the opportunity and helping him learn Hindi. He praised co-stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and the team for bringing Lord Ram's story to a global audience

The makers of Ramayana launched their journey with a grand "Pratham Sankalp" event in New Delhi, unveiling the trailer ahead of its global release on July 24. With music by Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman, the film’s first part will release during Diwali 2026.

Mammootty and Kartik Aaryan shared the Best Actor honors while Yami Gautam won Best Actress at the 72nd National Film Awards. Kalki 2898 AD and Srikanth secured top honors as the 2024 cinematic excellence list was unveiled

The 72nd National Film Awards were announced in New Delhi, with Kartik Aaryan and Mammootty jointly winning Best Actor for Chandu Champion and Bramayugam. Yami Gautam won Best Actress for Article 370, while Kalki 2898 AD was named Best Feature Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.

Priyanka Chopra revealed the sweet story behind calling husband Nick Jonas "Babu" during an appearance on the Jonas Brothers' podcast. The couple's playful banter delighted Kevin and Joe Jonas, who praised their affectionate relationship and fun chemistry.

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey made a strong start at the Indian box office, grossing over Rs 20 crore on its opening day. Starring Matt Damon, Tom Holland and Anne Hathaway, the mythological epic also recorded an impressive global opening collection

Actor Suriya has wrapped shooting for director Jithu Madhavan's tentatively titled "Suriya 47". The action entertainer features Suriya as an unconventional police officer and also stars Nazriya Nazim and Naslen K. Gafoor

Director Ravi Namburii shared an emotional post after completing Kiran Abbavaram's portions in 'Chennai Love Story', saying it was difficult to call "action" for the final time. The romantic entertainer also stars Sri Gouri Priya and is produced by SKN and Sai Rajesh.

Anna Konidala, wife of Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, shared her emotional experience of climbing Tirumala after offering prayers following her husband's surgery. She said counting her blessings instead of the steps helped her complete the physically and mentally demanding pilgrimage.

S.S. Rajamouli unveiled Priyanka Chopra's first look as Mandakini from 'Varanasi', showcasing two contrasting avatars of the character. The much-awaited film stars Mahesh Babu in the lead, with Prithviraj Sukumaran playing the antagonist, and is slated for release next April.

Mumbai Police are verifying reports of an alleged Facebook threat against actor Aamir Khan, reportedly linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. No formal complaint has been filed by the actor or his team. The report also highlights Aamir's remarks on "3 Idiots".

Tom Holland expressed gratitude after the release of 'The Odyssey', calling the Christopher Nolan-directed epic the "opportunity of a lifetime". The actor praised the cast, crew and filmmakers, describing the project as one of the most rewarding experiences of his career.