Entertainment - The Purbottar

06 Jan

From Co-Stars to Close Friends: Ishaan Khatter on Working With Vishal Jethwa

Preeti SinghEntertainment

Ishaan Khatter experienced a remarkable year in his acting career, highlighted by the film "Homebound," directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, which served as India's official submission for the Oscars 2026. This film, featuring Ishaan alongside Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor, achieved the significant milestone of making it to the Top 15 shortlist. During the Oscar campaign in the United States, Ishaan developed a close bond with his co-star Vishal Jethwa, a friendship that he cherishes as he returns to the U.S. for the campaign again. Vishal and the speaker have been pivotal support for each other, highlighting that their friendship is…

05 Jan

A Month After Winning Bigg Boss 19, Gaurav Khanna Awaits His Promised Car

Preeti SinghEntertainment

Season 19 of Bigg Boss, hosted by Salman Khan, concluded with a grand finale on December 7, 2025. Actor Gaurav Khanna emerged as the winner, taking home the trophy, a cash prize of ₹50 lakh, and a car. However, in a vlog alongside housemate Pranit More on his YouTube channel, Gaurav disclosed that he has not yet received the promised car, more than a month after the finale. Gaurav Khanna's recent vlog includes a moment where he reconnects with former Bigg Boss housemate Pranit, discussing their experiences in the reality show. During a dinner together, Gaurav humorously noted that he…

03 Jan

A Day Before Peace, a Braveheart Made the Ultimate Sacrifice

Preeti SinghEntertainment

Agastya Nanda's film Ikkis, which premiered in theatres on New Year's Day, narrates the story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, a martyr of the 1971 India-Pakistan war. The title, Ikkis, meaning "Twenty one," reflects Arun's age at his death. The film features the late Dharmendra, who portrays Arun's father, Brigadier ML Khetarpal, in his final on-screen role. Over the past 55 years, Arun's family has consistently shared accounts of his bravery, ensuring his heroic legacy endures in the public consciousness. Arun Khetarpal, who completed his training at the Indian Military Academy in 1971, was commissioned into the 17 Poona Horse…

02 Jan

Ikkis Review: A War Drama That Chooses Humanity Over Heroics

Preeti SinghEntertainment

Ikkis is a movie that depicts the story of Second Lt Arun Khetarpal, a young soldier who, when asked his age while covered in birthday cake, responds that he is 21, marking his coming of age. Tragically, Khetarpal did not reach the age of 22, as he fought valiantly during the decisive December day of the 1971 Indo-Pak war, ultimately becoming the youngest Army officer to be awarded the Param Vir Chakra for his bravery. Ikkis is not merely a war film highlighting a young man's bravery; it delves into the traumatic consequences of conflict, distinguishing Sriram Raghavan's work from…

31 Dec

Power Draped in Poise: Nayanthara Commands Attention in Toxic

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On December 31, Yash unveiled the first look of Nayanthara in the upcoming film "Toxic – A Fairytale For Grown-Ups," directed by Geetu Mohandas. This introduction portrays Nayanthara as the character Ganga, highlighting her duality of elegance and danger. Her look is part of a promotional series that has previously included reveals of Kiara Advani and Huma Qureshi. Nayanthara's character Ganga in the upcoming project titled "Toxic" is introduced in a promotional poster shared by Yash on social media. The caption reads “Introducing Nayanthara as GANGA in - A Toxic Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups.” The poster depicts Ganga confidently walking…

30 Dec

Ikkis Gets Early Love as Mukesh Chhabra Highlights Strong Cast Chemistry

Preeti SinghEntertainment

Sriram Raghavan’s film Ikkis has generated significant anticipation as one of the most awaited releases of the year. This biographical war drama marks several notable milestones: it is the theatrical debut of Agastya Nanda, grandson of the iconic Amitabh Bachchan, and represents the inaugural performance of Simar Bhatia, niece of renowned actor Akshay Kumar. Additionally, Ikkis is marked by its importance as the last film of legendary superstar Dharmendra. However, the film’s release has faced delays, initially scheduled to premiere earlier but now confirmed for a clash-free theatrical release on January 1, 2026. In the lead-up to the release, a…

29 Dec

Composure in Conflict”: Tehseen Poonawalla Defends Salman Khan Amid Teaser Debate

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Political analyst and former Bigg Boss contestant Tehseen Poonawalla has defended actor Salman Khan in light of recent online backlash regarding a brief smile in the teaser for his upcoming film, Battle of Galwan. This film is a war drama inspired by actual events, and certain social media users have criticized Khan's expression as inappropriate for the context of the movie. Tehseen responded to the criticism by asserting on X that the interpretation of the moment is flawed. He believes that Salman Khan's expression demonstrates a sense of inner control and psychological strength, contradicting claims of casualness or inappropriate emotional…

27 Dec

Katrina Kaif’s Birthday Wish for Salman Khan Wins Hearts Online

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As Salman Khan celebrated his 60th birthday on Saturday, he received heartfelt wishes from his close friend Katrina Kaif. In her touching message, Katrina affectionately referred to him as 'Tiger' and expressed her desire for Salman to experience a life filled with love and light every day. On Saturday, Katrina Kaif utilized Instagram Stories to honor Salman Khan on the occasion of his 60th birthday. She shared a heartfelt post featuring an image of Salman and accompanied it with the message: “Tiger Tiger Tiger.... Happiest 60th Birthday To the Super Human that you are... May everyday be full of Love…

26 Dec

Music Stops as Chaos Erupts at Kailash Kher’s Gwalior Show

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In a surprising development, renowned singer Kailash Kher was compelled to abruptly conclude his concert in Gwalior. This concert was organized to commemorate the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, a significant event that likely drew considerable public interest and attendance. The unexpected termination of the performance left many in attendance surprised and seeking clarity on the reasons behind this decision, marking the occasion with an unusual and unforeseen twist. After an initially celebratory atmosphere, the event quickly spiraled into chaos as audience members became unruly, leaping over barricades. Despite the singer's attempts to manage the situation,…

23 Dec

A Grandfather’s Pride: Big B Applauds Agastya’s Poise and Screen Presence

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Amitabh Bachchan has expressed his admiration for his grandson Agastya Nanda's performance in Sriram Raghavan's war drama film Ikkis. In a heartfelt blog post, he reflected on his memories of holding Agastya as a newborn. In the film, Agastya portrays Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, who is recognized as India's youngest Param Vir Chakra recipient. Khetarpal heroically fought and ultimately lost his life at the age of 21 during the 1971 Indo-Pak War. Amitabh shares a heartfelt narrative on his blog about the journey of his grandson's life, from the moment of his birth as his mother, Shweta, was rushed to…