'Namaskar..': Alia Bhatt adds Indian flavour to her BAFTA presentation, draws cheers
Feb 23, 2026, at 04:13 pm
London/IBNS: Bollywood star Alia Bhatt impressed audiences as one of the presenters at the 79th British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards, held at the Royal Festival Hall in London.
‘Felt restricted in Hindi films’: Priyanka Chopra reveals why she moved abroad
Feb 21, 2026, at 03:21 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Global star Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who moved to the West at the peak of her Hindi film career, has carved out a distinct identity in Hollywood over the past 12 years.
‘I am secure enough to support another character’: Taapsee Pannu on Assi and owning her space
Feb 21, 2026, at 10:57 am
As Assi releases, Taapsee Pannu opens up about playing a public prosecutor with emotional depth, collaborating again with Anubhav Sinha, and why she is secure enough to support another character while still leaving a lasting impact. The actor also reflects on realism in courtroom dramas, evolving cinema trends, and her belief in choosing meaningful roles over screen time. IBNS-TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh catches up with Taapsee in Kolkata for a candid interview...
Out on interim bail, Rajpal Yadav urges film fraternity to offer him roles
Feb 18, 2026, at 09:09 pm
Actor Rajpal Yadav, who was released from Tihar Jail on Tuesday, 12 days after surrendering in connection with a Rs 9 crore cheque bounce and loan default case, has requested work.
Alia Bhatt to present at 79th BAFTA Awards; to join Cillian Murphy, Kate Hudson, among others
Feb 17, 2026, at 10:54 pm
Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt is set to present an award at the 79th edition of the BAFTA Awards, the British Academy announced on Tuesday.
Feb 26 wedding? Viral invite sparks buzz around Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna
Feb 16, 2026, at 11:07 pm
A wedding invitation allegedly belonging to actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna has gone viral on social media, sparking fresh speculation about a possible celebrity wedding in 2026.
'Remarkable young woman': Kangana Ranaut roots for Dhurandhar actor Sara Arjun
Feb 16, 2026, at 09:41 pm
Actor Sara Arjun, who is gearing up for the release of her film Dhurandhar: The Revenge, received praise from Kangana Ranaut after the latter visited the Isha Foundation on Maha Shivratri.
Feb 16, 2026, at 10:25 am
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor met Indian actress Priyanka Chopra at the annual Harvard India Conference, when he praised her for making the country proud.
YouTuber finds Dhurandhar's pirated copies being sold in Pakistan for just Rs 16
Feb 13, 2026, at 04:06 pm
YouTuber Karl Rock, based in India, recently posted a video on social media where he showed pirated copies of Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar, which is banned in Pakistan, being sold in Karachi's Rainbow Centre.
Feb 13, 2026, at 11:31 am
Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri open up about collaborating with filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj in O'Romeo, discussing its intense romantic world, emotionally layered performances, and the challenges of portraying love, transformation and unspoken desire. The film releases on February 13, on the eve of Valentine’s Day. IBNS-TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh notes their thoughts from the promotional trail.
Taapsee Pannu on her hat-trick collaboration with Anubhav Sinha: ‘His films are dramatically real’
Feb 12, 2026, at 12:12 pm
Taapsee Pannu and Anubhav Sinha have established themselves as one of the most lethal actor-director duos in Hindi cinema, delivering hard-hitting films like Mulk and Thappad.
Feb 11, 2026, at 10:36 pm
Several prominent figures from the Hindi film industry, including Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn, have come forward to support actor Rajpal Yadav after he surrendered at Tihar Jail on February 5 in connection with a decade-old Rs 9-crore cheque bounce case.
Ranveer Singh receives ransom threat; security tightened outside the actor’s Mumbai home
Feb 10, 2026, at 08:25 pm
Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh has received a threatening WhatsApp voice note demanding crores of rupees in ransom, the Mumbai Police has said.
Feb 09, 2026, at 11:35 pm
Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Entertainment has reportedly demanded Rs. 40 crore in damages from actor Ranveer Singh following his alleged exit from the much-anticipated film Don 3 in December last year.
‘Jana Nayagan’ producers move Madras High Court to withdraw plea against CBFC
Feb 09, 2026, at 10:53 pm
The producers of actor Vijay-starrer Jana Nayagan have submitted a letter to the Madras High Court Registry seeking to withdraw their writ petition against the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), after agreeing to have the film referred to the revising committee.
Arijit Singh is back! Aamir Khan reunites with the singer for romantic drama Ek Din
Feb 09, 2026, at 04:18 pm
Aamir Khan Productions has officially announced that Arijit Singh will be lending his voice to its upcoming film Ek Din, setting the stage for a much-anticipated musical collaboration.
Salman Khan, Ranbir Kapoor attend 100-year celebration event of RSS in Mumbai
Feb 08, 2026, at 12:38 pm
The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on Saturday began a two-day event in Mumbai to mark 100 years since its formation, with several prominent Bollywood personalities attending the opening day of the celebrations titled “100 Years of Sangh Journey: New Horizons.”
Feb 06, 2026, at 04:21 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: The makers of the upcoming Netflix film Ghooskhor Pandat have taken down its trailer following a massive backlash and an action order from Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, media reports said.
Assi trailer drops: Taapsee Pannu takes on a dark, disturbing courtroom battle
Feb 04, 2026, at 04:15 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: The trailer of Anubhav Sinha's Assi, which is based on harrowing everyday news, was on Wednesday unveiled by the makers.
Ranveer Singh unleashes vengeance: Dhurandhar: The Revenge Teaser breaks the internet
Feb 03, 2026, at 02:07 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: The makers of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, the sequel to the 2025 blockbuster Dhurandhar, unveiled the film’s teaser on Tuesday, promising a high-octane action spectacle.
Just from the heart: Shah Rukh Khan wishes Rani Mukherji for Mardaani 3 success
Jan 31, 2026, at 05:51 pm
Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan wished his onscreen heroine of several projects, Rani Mukherjee, for the success of her latest released movie 'Mardaani 3'.
Alia Bhatt announces new film ‘Don’t Be Shy’ as producer with Amazon Prime Video
Jan 30, 2026, at 04:30 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood star Alia Bhatt on Friday announced her next project as a producer, titled Don’t Be Shy.
From box-office storm to Netflix: Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar arrives on OTT
Jan 30, 2026, at 11:12 am
Mumbai/IBNS: After a blockbuster theatrical run, Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna-starrer Dhurandhar has begun streaming on Netflix.
Success doesn’t guarantee peace: Vishal Dadlani after Arijit Singh announces playback retirement
Jan 29, 2026, at 09:42 pm
Singer and composer Vishal Dadlani has weighed in on Arijit Singh’s shock decision to retire from playback singing, saying the move is a reminder that professional success does not always translate into personal peace or contentment.
Jan 29, 2026, at 04:28 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali’s upcoming film, starring Diljit Dosanjh, Vedang Raina, Sharvari, and Naseeruddin Shah, is scheduled to release in theatres on June 12, 2026.
Ranveer Singh booked for mimicry of Rishab Shetty’s Kantara act, allegedly insulting Chavundi Daiva
Jan 29, 2026, at 01:02 am
An FIR has been filed against actor Ranveer Singh in Bengaluru for allegedly insulting Hindu religious sentiments and the Chavundi Daiva tradition of coastal Karnataka.
Arijit Singh announces retirement from playback singing, says he will continue making music
Jan 27, 2026, at 09:55 pm
Singer Arijit Singh has announced his retirement from playback singing, a move that has left fans across social media stunned.
Republic Day roar! Sunny Deol’s Border 2 storms box office with ₹59 cr in a day
Jan 27, 2026, at 04:15 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Sunny Deol-starrer Border 2, the spiritual sequel to J. P. Dutta’s iconic 1997 film Border, posted a massive box office haul on Republic Day, earning ₹59 crore in India on Monday, which was a public holiday.
Border 2 crosses ₹100 crore in just 3 days! Sunny Deol’s epic sequel smashes box office records
Jan 26, 2026, at 04:41 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: The Sunny Deol starrer Border 2, a spiritual successor to J.P. Dutta’s iconic 1997 film Border, has stormed past the ₹100‑crore mark within just three days of its release.
Border 2 fever grips nation as Mona Singh shares BTS moments
Jan 25, 2026, at 05:37 pm
Border 2 has been winning over audiences across the country since its release on Friday, rekindling the patriotic fervour and buzz created by the original Border in 1997.