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Sweat it out

29-06-2026

As the countdown to Alpha begins, Alia Bhatt and Sharvari are proving that action heroes are not made overnight. The actresses recently treated fans to an intense fitness video, showcasing the grit, discipline and determination powering their upcoming action film.

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Sunita Ahuja gets Locked Upp

29-06-2026

Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa has started streaming on Netflix. The show is backed by Ekta Kapoor, and actor Govinda’s wife and YouTuber Sunita Ahuja has participated in it. Before entering the reality show, Sunita interacted with The Free Press Journal and spoke to us about why she said yes to the show, whether she has planned any strategy, and more... Excerpts:

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Madonna says daughter avoids working with her

29-06-2026

Global star Madonna has revealed that her daughter, Lourdes Leon, was initially reluctant to work with her because she did not want to be perceived as benefiting from her mother’s fame.

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Anil Kapoor remembers K. Bhagyaraj

29-06-2026

Veteran actor Anil Kapoor recalled how his first movie as a lead, Woh 7 Din (1983) which also turned out to be a major milestone in his career, was adapted from late Tamil actor, director, and screenwriter K. Bhagyaraj’s work.

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A life-changing spiritual journey

29-06-2026

Hollywood actor and singer Tyrese Gibson has described his latest visit to India as a “life-changing” spiritual journey, sharing an emotional message from Mumbai about meditation, gratitude and the enduring influence of Mahatma Gandhi on Dr Martin Luther King Jr.

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‘We have been living separately’

29-06-2026

Ashocking revelation unfolded on an OTT reality show when contestant Akanksha Chamola opened up about her personal life during the introduction round. As part of the ‘Expose’ card task, contestants were asked to reveal a secret about themselves or their fellow inmates.
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Venkatesh-Trivikram reunite for ‘Aadarsha Kutumbam House No: 47 – AK47’

28-06-2026

Actor Victory Venkatesh and ace filmmaker Trivikram reunite for the much-awaited family entertainer “Aadarsha Kutumbam House No: 47 – AK47,” which is officially slated for a worldwide theatrical release on October 2, 2026. The release date poster, which also offers the first glimpse featuring Venkatesh and Srinidhi Shetty, promises a film filled with emotions, entertainment and heartwarming moments.
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'Hey Chikittha' to release on July 24

28-06-2026

The movie “Hey Chikittha”, produced by N Ashok RNS and Garudavega Anji under the banners Amaravathi Movie Makers and Sundarakanda Motion Pictures LLP and directed by Dhanraj Lekkala is scheduled for a theatrical release on July 24. The film stars Abhinav Manikanta, Divija,Tanmayi Khushi in the lead roles. The film’s teaser was unveiled on Saturday by renowned cinematographer KK Senthil Kumar and Director G.Nageswara Reddy
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the Akshay going Amitabh way!

28-06-2026

The film heroes in South Indian cinema had no qualms about cradle-snatching. When N. T. Rama Rao, the No. 1 Telugu cinema actor and also the erstwhile Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, serenaded Sridevi in Vetagadu (1979), Sr NTR was close to 56 years of age, and Sri was a teenager, just 16.
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Tamil cinema loses a legend

28-06-2026

Veteran Tamil filmmaker, actor and screenwriter K Bhagyaraj passed away on Saturday after suffering a massive cardiac arrest. He was 73.One of India’s finest screenplay writers and among the most celebrated names in Tamil cinema, Bhagyaraj is survived by his wife, actress Poornima Bhagyaraj, son Shanthnu Bhagyaraj and daughter Saranya Bhagyaraj.
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Anupam Kher to produce Bengali cinema after 26 yrs

28-06-2026

Anupam Kher shall be back as a Bengali film producer after 26 years with Shuru Theke Shuruto. Talking to the media, Kher said that the last Bengali movie he produced was Bariwali which was directed by Rituparno Ghosh and had Kiron Kher in the lead. “I have met with the Chief Minister, he wants to develop the state. I also want to start an Anupam Kher acting school here.

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‘Our eyes are still moist’

28-06-2026

Actress-politician Khushbu Sundar and filmmaker Sundar C’s elder daughter, Avantika Sundar, tied the knot with Shravan Sreenivasan in an intimate ceremony on Thursday. Sharing the first pictures from the wedding, Khushbu described the occasion as a “truly speechless” moment and revealed that the ceremony was attended only by family members and close friends.