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08 Jul

Veteran actor Jagdeep passed away

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Veteran actor and Bollywood's favourite comedian Syed Ishtiaq Ahmed Jafri, better known by his stage name, Jagdeep, breathed his last today in Mumbai. He was 81.Jagdeep passed away at his residence at 8:40 pm on July 8 due to age-related issues. Jagdeep had been a part of several big Bollywood films through the 70s and the 80s and even through the 90s. He was known for his impeccable comic timing and electric screen presence. He played the role of Soorma Bhopali in Sholay, and went on to direct a film of the same name, Soorma Bhopali in 1988. He also…

05 Jul

Salman Khan’s look from Eid 2020 release ‘Radhe’ out

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After months of no show due to the coronavirus lockdown, Bollywood producers and actors are eager to release their films as soon as the ban on cinema halls is lifted. In the list is superstar Salman Khan, who is eying Diwali release for his film Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai. The film was supposed to release on May 22 but the date had to be postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Sharing it in his Instagram stories, the superstar also made announcement of his Eid 2020 release titled 'Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai'. Helmed by Prabhudeva, 'Radhe' will also be a cop-drama.…

05 Jul

Ajay Devgn Announces Movie on India-China Galwan Clash

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Ajay Devgn, who has done several movies portraying the strength and valour of Indian soldiers in the past such as LOC: Kargil, Tango Charlie and Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior, will next be seen in Bhuj: The Pride Of India, a film based on the story of 300 women who help rebuild a destroyed airstrip during the 1971 Indo-Pak War. The film, directed by Abhishek Dudhaiya, will release on Disney+Hotstar. will now make a film based on the recent Galwan Valley clash, the film will narrate the story of the 20 Indian army men who were martyred in the line of duty in Galwan Valley while…

02 Jul

Sanjay Leela Bhansali to be interrogated by Mumbai Police

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Actor Sushant Singh Rajput's sudden demise left the Bollywood industry as well as the country in shock. The 'Kai Po Che' actor known for his stellar performances in various films was found handing at his Bandra residence in Mumbai on June 14, 2020. Ever since, an investigation is underway and Mumbai Police is probing every angle as to why the lost star took such a stern step of ending his life. In a recent development, ace filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali will be summoned by Mumbai police in connection with investigations being carried out. The 'Padmavaat' director will have to appear before the police…

01 Jul

Manoj Bajpayee was ‘close to committing suicide’

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New Delhi: Actor Manoj Bajpayee, who has carved a niche for himself in Bollywood with his performance in some highly-acclaimed films, recently spoke about his journey to Bollywood from a village in Bihar. In a 'Humans Of Bombay' post, he shared the story of his struggle, rejections that he faced, and how his life changed post 'Satya', for which he also received a National Award. "I'm a farmer's son; I grew up in a village in Bihar with 5 siblings - we went to a hut school. We led a simple life, but whenever we went to the city, we'd…

01 Jul

Deepika Padukone’s Latest Recommendation Is Literally The Godfather Of Movies

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New Delhi: Movie buff Deepika Padukone is back with her film recommendations and let's just say it's an offer that you just can't refuse. If that isn't a hint, we don't know what it. Yes, we are talking about the godfather of all mafia movies - the 1972 film starring late actor Marlon Brando and Al Pacino. On Wednesday morning, Deepika shared a poster of Francis Ford Coppola's The Godfather on her Instagram story and she wrote: "Watch it now." The classic clearly needs no introduction, but for those who require one, The Godfather was the first installment of the trilogy, which focused on the…

01 Jul

Sanjana Sanghi leaves Mumbai for Delhi

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Dil Bechara actress Sanjana Sanghi jetted off to Delhi from Mumbai. She shared her selfie as her Instagram story and informed her followers that she is heading to Delhi. In the post, the actress also hinted at never returning to Mumbai. She wrote, "Khuda Hafiz, Mumbai. 4 mahine baad aapke darshan hue. Mein chali Dilli vaapis. Aapke sadke kuch alagse lagi, sunsaan thi. Shayad mere dil mein jo dukh hai, mere nazariye ko badal rahe hain, ya Shayaad filhaal aap mein bhi thodi dukh mein hain. Milte hain? Jaldi, ya shayad nahi (sic)." Sanjana stars opposite late actor Sushant Singh…

30 Jun

Cinema chains confirm theatrical release of 83 including Sooryavanshi

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A day after Disney Plus Hotstar announced the digital release of seven Bollywood films including Laxxmi Bomb, Sadak 2, Dil Bechara, Bhuj: The Pride of India, The Big Bull, Khuda Haafiz and Lootcase, cinema chains PVR, INOX, Wave Cinemas and Carnival Cinemas have announced the theatrical release of Rohit Shetty directorial Sooryavanshi and Kabir Khan’s sports drama 83. Though there is no information on when cinema halls will reopen, the cinema chains have confirmed the most awaited films of the year will be festival releases. Sooryavanshi will hit theatres on Diwali and 83 will be a Christmas release. Confirming the…

30 Jun

Aamir Khan’s Staff Test Coronavirus Positive

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New Delhi: Aamir Khan, on Tuesday afternoon, said that members of his staff have been diagnosed with COVID-19. In an Instagram post, the 55-year-old actor revealed that he and his family members have tested negative. However, Aamir Khan added that at the time of sharing the post on Tuesday morning, he was on his way to get his mother tested. The staff members who tested positive were immediately quarantined at a medical facility, he wrote in his post. "This is to inform you that some of my staff have tested positive. I would like to thank the BMC for taking such…

23 Jun

Rumours of Sushant Singh Rajput’s dog Fudge passing away are FAKE

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New Delhi: The untimely demise of actor Sushant Singh Rajput, who committed suicide in his Mumbai residence earlier this month, left the entire nation in shock. But at the same time, the shocking incident also led to a storm of fake news and rumours on social media. One of the friends of the late actor shared pictures of Sushant’s fur buddy Fudge (black labrador) who was apparently heart-broken by the actor’s absence. Soon, rumours were rife that the dog passed away in grief after being unable to cope with his owner’s death. Several social media posts claimed that the dog stopped…