In a frank and unsettling revelation, actor Vijay Varma has spoken about a chapter in his life steeped in isolation, anxiety and depression—one that many in the entertainment industry might recognise but few openly confront. According to his recent interview, the lockdown was a breaking point: he found himself unable to rise from his couch for days, locked in his Mumbai apartment, feeling utterly paralysed. Varma explained that the interruption of his relentlessly busy sched

Bollywood is buzzing with excitement as Indian film Homebound received a major signal boost in New York. The screening was personally hosted by legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese — who also serves as executive producer on the project — and brought along the film’s key cast and crew, including Ishaan Khatter , Vishal Jethwa , and director Neeraj Ghaywan . The Big Picture Homebound , which premiered in the Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival, has been ridin

Veteran filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has once again pulled back the curtain on his prolonged battle with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) , revealing that board members were “surprised” when viewing his work — a startling admission that exposes deeper structural issues in India’s film‐certification machinery. Kashyap states that during his decades-long fight for creative freedom, the surprise from the board extended beyond simple shock at content. According to him,

Bollywood’s social-media radar lit up when Janhvi Kapoor dropped a cheeky comment on her boyfriend Shikhar Pahariya ’s Instagram post featuring Ananya Panday — the twinning moment that has now stirred speculation, amusement and eyebrow raises among fans. Here’s what sparked the chatter: At a recent wedding, Ananya posted a carousel of her pictures, one of which showed her and Shikhar dressed in precisely matching brown-embroidered outfits. Janhvi’s playful comment, simply “

Veteran filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan revealed a behind-the-scenes nugget from the making of the hit track “ Dard-E-Disco ” (from the 2007 film Om Shanti Om) that has revived the conversation around creative shortcuts and pop-cultural “absurdity”. According to her, lyricist Javed Akhtar was stuck on the songwriting process until she gave him a playful yet provocative directive: “Just write like Gulzar.” The remark was reportedly what finally got the lyrics turned around

The buzz around Dhurandhar has just escalated as actor R. Madhavan ’s electrifying first-look poster has been revealed, marking him as the ominous “Charioteer of Karma”. In the snapshot, Madhavan adopts a steely expression and menacing posture, seated authoritatively — costume and styling signalling that he plays a powerful, strategic figure in the upcoming spy-thriller. This unveiling comes on the heels of similar character posters from the cast that amplify the darker, hig

In a bold look behind the curtain of The Ba***ds of Bollywood, actress Mona Singh disclosed how working on the series led her into an unexpectedly challenging kissing scene with veteran star Bobby Deol — directed by Aryan Khan — and how the moment thrown into the narrative was anything but ordinary. Singh said the scene in question required her to perform a kiss with Deol dressed in a full-blue costume — a choice she admitted nearly derailed her composure, stating: “I died

During a recent episode of the talk-show Two Much With Kajol & Twinkle , filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan clinched a viral moment after she was asked by host Kajol : “And you are relevant till today, and at least you believe that you are relevant.” The question, rather than a compliment, came across as a pointed jibe. Farah didn’t waste a beat: “Yeah, see I don’t like that word, Kajol, because I feel every person is relevant in some way or the other, even if you’re not wor

Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar has opened up in a surprisingly candid way about how his childhood experiences continue to affect his parenting. In a conversation with sports-star-turned-podcaster Sania Mirza , Johar revealed that early body-shaming and social rejection left deep emotional scars — scars that manifest today in what he calls his “paranoia” over his twins, Yash Johar and Roohi Johar, gaining weight or skipping physical activities. Johar shared how, as a child,

Bollywood actress Yami Gautam has found herself at the centre of a storm — not for controversy this time, but for a supposedly emotional moment that’s now dividing the internet. During a screening of her latest courtroom drama Haq , an emotional Muslim woman reportedly burst into tears, kissed Yami’s hand, and thanked her for giving her “strength to fight.” While the incident was widely shared online as a heart-warming encounter between a star and her fan, critics argue it m

Bollywood star-turned-global icon Priyanka Chopra is back in the music game. She has lent her voice to a desi version of the classic “Last Christmas” for Christmas Karma — directed by Gurinder Chadha — blending Indian instrumentation and Hindi lyrics into the beloved holiday anthem. The track, titled “Last Christmas (Desi Version)” , appears on the film’s soundtrack and is part of a broader musical offering that also includes contributions from global artists. The film is

Bollywood and Tollywood are abuzz yet again as star actress Rashmika Mandanna makes a startling statement amid swirling rumours about her relationship with co-star Vijay Deverakonda . While neither has publicly confirmed their alleged engagement or forthcoming wedding, Rashmika’s recent comments have stirred fresh speculation about the pair possibly tying the knot in early 2026. During a promotional event for her new film, Rashmika spoke candidly about her vision of love and

Veteran actor Manoj Bajpayee is stepping once again into the shoes of Srikant Tiwari, the every‐man-turned­undercover-agent in the hit spy-drama franchise “ The Family Man ”, and things are far from returning to calm. This third season ups the ante: Srikant is no longer merely balancing missions and family. According to the trailer and early coverage, he’s been exposed, framed, hunted—by foes both known and terrifyingly new. The teaser and promotional materials don’t shy awa

In a striking display of camaraderie in Bollywood, Kriti Sanon has publicly extended her good wishes to her upcoming co-star Rashmika Mandanna for the release of her new film The Girlfriend. Sanon shared a behind-the-scenes snap from the shooting of their mutual project Cocktail 2 — where both are signed on alongside Shahid Kapoor — accompanied by a warm message: “Good luck for the release Rashuuu.” This gesture may seem innocuous, but it raises subtle questions about timi

Bollywood actress Mouni Roy , known for her glamour and grace, has made a shocking revelation that has stirred the industry. The “ Naagin ” star recalled a disturbing encounter from her early career when a man allegedly misbehaved with her under the pretext of narrating a script . Her emotional confession has reignited the debate about the hidden exploitation that continues to lurk behind Bollywood’s shiny facade. In a recent interview, Mouni revealed that the incident left h

In a frank and unexpected moment of self-reflection, Shah Rukh Khan , one of Bollywood’s most celebrated stars, shared that he felt “exploited” during the making of Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham … (2001), directed by Karan Johar . In his remarks at a fan-interaction event, SRK quipped, “Main toh nanga hoon,” literally, “I’m naked,” referring to the vulnerability and exposure he experienced while shooting the iconic film. 🔍 What He Really Meant Khan’s mention of being “naked” shou

In her latest candid chat, actress Sonakshi Sinha , who married actor Zaheer Iqbal in June 2024, shared an intimate insight into her relationship dynamics before tying the knot: her husband-to-be asked if she would like to live separately from his parents. Sonakshi emphasised that the question wasn’t about pressure but about understanding her comfort level and boundaries. She revealed that Zaheer’s family is very close-knit and welcoming, so she had no issue with living with

Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor has described the 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup triumph of the Indian women’s team as “our 1983 moment” — drawing a bold parallel with the legendary men’s team victory of that year. Her comments underscore both national pride and a shift in sporting narrative that goes beyond just numbers. What She Said In her message, Shraddha wrote: “For decades we heard from our parents what 1983 felt like. Thank you girls for giving us our own mome

The horror-comedy franchise entry Thamma , starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna , has rattled the Indian box office by crossing the ₹150 crore mark worldwide. But while the headline number is impressive, deeper analysis reveals a more nuanced verdict. ✅ The Strong Points Solid start and wide reach : Thamma opened to about ₹24 crore domestically on Day 1 and crossed the ₹100 crore domestic mark within its first week. Franchise uplift : It’s now among the more s

Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan has reignited fan hopes of revisiting his iconic superhero avatar with his cryptic remarks at a fan meet held for his 60th birthday. Khan openly discussed his 2011 sci-fi blockbuster Ra.One and suggested that a sequel featuring his character G.One might well be in the cards — provided original director Anubhav Sinha decides to helm it. ✅ What He Said Describing Ra.One as a film “very close to my heart,” Khan reflected on how the world at