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Alpha locks release date! Alia Bhatt’s action film to hit theatres on July 10, 2026

Mar 09, 2026, at 04:50 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: YRF has officially announced the release date of Alia Bhatt starrer Bollywood film Alpha.

Is 'Dhurandhar' actress Sara Arjun starring in Imtiaz Ali’s Heer Ranjha? Mukesh Chhabra reacts

Mar 09, 2026, at 03:57 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Rumours have been circulating that Dhurandhar actress Sara Arjun has signed Imtiaz Ali’s upcoming film Heer Ranjha.

Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar 2’ to storm theatres on March 19 — Makers release trailer that hints at massive action showdown

Mar 07, 2026, at 05:49 pm

Actor Ranveer Singh ended the year with an unexpected bang after his spy thriller Dhurandhar set the box office on fire in December and emerged as one of the highest-grossing Bollywood films of the year.

Kriti Sanon turns heads in black lehenga at Vijay–Rashmika wedding reception

Mar 05, 2026, at 03:53 pm

Hyderabad/IBNS: Celebrity couple Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna’s wedding has sparked a buzz on social media over the past few days. The newlywed couple hosted a grand reception for their friends, colleagues and family in the city on Wednesday.

Nick Jonas shares romantic Holi throwback with Priyanka Chopra

Mar 04, 2026, at 06:12 pm

Singer Nick Jonas shared a heartwarming throwback photo with his wife, actress Priyanka Chopra, as the couple celebrated Holi.

‘India has betrayed me’: Iran-born actress Mandana Karimi, who works in Bollywood, vows to return to Tehran after Khamenei’s death

Mar 04, 2026, at 12:53 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Iran-born actress Mandana Karimi, who claimed her anti-Khamenei protests cost her work in India, has said she plans to move back to her home country following the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a US-Israel strike, according to media reports.

Aamir Khan, Hrithik Roshan step in to mediate after Ranveer Singh’s exit from Don 3

Mar 03, 2026, at 09:11 pm

Don 3 has become one of the most closely watched projects in Bollywood after reports emerged that Ranveer Singh has exited the film amid a dispute with the makers.

'Most incredible news': Sacred Games famed Iranian actress Elnaaz Norouzi celebrates Khamenei's death

Mar 02, 2026, at 01:45 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Iranian actress Elnaaz Norouzi has joined others in reacting to the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a joint United States–Israel strike on Tehran on Saturday.

High court relief paves way for release of The Kerala Story 2

Feb 27, 2026, at 05:49 pm

A Division Bench of the Kerala High Court on Friday granted interim relief for the release of The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond, clearing the way for the film’s theatrical debut and providing relief to its makers.

‘Homosexuality isn’t an issue in Accused’: Konkona Sen Sharma on normalising queer love onscreen

Feb 26, 2026, at 06:04 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Actress Konkona Sen Sharma has spoken about the portrayal of homosexuality on screen in the context of her role in Netflix’s Accused.

Producer opposes Kerala HC screening order for The Kerala Story 2, cites CBFC authority

Feb 25, 2026, at 09:52 pm

Amid mounting controversy surrounding the release of The Kerala Story 2, producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah has filed a counter-affidavit in the Kerala High Court, challenging its direction to hold a pre-release screening of the film.

‘I disconnect after pack-up’: Actor Kani Kusruti on playing a gang-rape survivor in Anubhav Sinha’s Assi

Feb 25, 2026, at 04:12 pm

Kani Kusruti speaks about portraying a rape survivor and fight for justice in Anubhav Sinha’s Assi, revealing how she approaches emotionally demanding roles, adapts to different directorial styles, and consciously detaches from her characters once the camera stops rolling. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh brings excerpts of his conversation with the actor who plays a pivotal role - a school teacher who becomes the victim of a brutal abduction and gang rape inside a moving car —  anchoring the film’s emotional and moral core.

'I follow my heart, my films speak to the audience': Anubhav Sinha on Assi

Feb 24, 2026, at 10:27 am

From casting Taapsee Pannu to the risks of portraying sexual assault on screen, filmmaker Anubhav Sinha reflects on audience readiness, the creative freedom OTT offers, and how AI could reshape storytelling—all while staying true to films that connect with the heart while promoting his new film Assi. IBNS-TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh brings excerpts of his conversation with Sinha...

Ranveer Singh moves Karnataka HC to quash FIR over alleged Kantara 2 Daiva gesture

Feb 23, 2026, at 09:41 pm

Actor Ranveer Singh has approached the Karnataka High Court seeking to quash a first information report (FIR) registered against him in Bengaluru for allegedly insulting religious sentiments by depicting Daiva traditions during a public performance.

'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.

Harvard India Conference: Shashi Tharoor praises Priyanka Chopra for making country proud, actress responds 

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.

O'Romeo thrives on silence and unsaid emotions: Shahid Kapoor; Triptii Dimri calls it a dream come true

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.

Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn, other industry figures offer support to Rajpal Yadav after he surrenders in jail

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.

Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment seeks Rs. 40 crore in damages from Ranveer Singh over ‘Don 3’ exit: Report

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.