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Ahaan Panday’s Filmy Family ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Mohit Suri’s latest romantic musical movie, Saiyaara, featured fresh faces in the lead, including Ahaan Panday (debutant) and Aneet Padda. While the film has generated a massive buzz online, it has also broken several box office records. People are going crazy about the love story of Krish and Vaani. While it was Aneet’s big break in movies, this movie was Ahaan’s debut, and it made him a star overnight.

Although the actress doesn’t have any film background, the actor comes from a family of stars. He grew up in Mumbai and has seen a few actors at home, even spent time with others. His father, Chikki Panday, is a businessman who has connections in Bollywood, while his uncle is a popular actor, Chunky Panday. Scroll ahead to know more about his family members.

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Lahore 1947 Isn’t Aamir Khan’s First Sunny Deol Link ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Aamir Khan is currently basking in the praise for his latest film, Sitaare Zameen Par, which has been winning over both critics and cinema lovers. As a producer, the perfectionist actor’s next project is the period action-drama Lahore 1947, featuring Sunny Deol in the lead role. Diehard movie buffs are especially excited about it because the film marks another collaboration between Sunny Deol and filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi, who previously directed him in Ghayal, Damini, and Ghatak.

The Aamir Khan-Sunny Deol Collaboration You Might Not Know About

Long before their upcoming collaboration in Lahore, 1947, did you know that Aamir Khan was involved in a film starring Sunny Deol and Dimple Kapadia? But not as an actor or producer. That film was the 1984 romantic drama Manzil Manzil. According to a report by The Times of India, Aamir...

Aamir Khan Films ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Aamir Khan’s latest release Sitaare Zameen Par is now playing in theatres and is being admired by critics and audiences. It remains to be seen whether it becomes the hit film the perfectionist actor has been waiting for. Over the years, the celebrated star has delivered many stellar performances. But when it comes to films that have scored the highest on Rotten Tomatoes, three stand out above the rest. Many might assume they’re Lagaan, Dangal, or Taare Zameen Par. Interestingly, that’s not the case. Read on to find out which three Aamir Khan movies have a perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes score.

1. Fanaa Release Year – 2006 Rotten Tomatoes Score – 100% Director – Kunal Kohli Streaming On – Amazon Prime Video

Plot: The romantic thriller follows a blind Kashmiri girl, Zooni (played by Kajol), who travels to Delhi with her friends. There, she meets a charming and flirtatious tour guide,...

Subhash K Jha looks back at 21 Years Of Farhan Akhtar’s Lakshya, which starred Hrithik Roshan.

Here’s a rare, refreshing, pathbreaking film which is as noble in intent as it is in treatment. Intensely individualistic and pioneering in its fusion of a social conscience with fiction, Lakshya takes us to Kargil …slowly and deliberately. The pacing of the narration is so uniquely unhurried, you wonder if Farhan Akhtar is out on a sublime stroll through a picaresque highway where, like his aimless protagonist Karan, he can encounter anything at any point.

But you soon realize nothing is by chance in this film about finding one’s metier in life. Lakshya takes us through one man’s journey into finding a purpose in life. In doing so, the narration effortlessly finds its own centre. There are no full stops in the seamless narration. And yet the punctuation marks, like Hrithik’s subtly shaded,...

In another installment of his great series This Day That Year, Subhash K Jha revisits the wacky world of Jhoom Barabar Jhoom.

Everybody in Jhoom Barabar Jhoom which clocks 18 years today, including the director, is an impossible imposter. Abhishek Bachchan poses as a small-town guy in love with a ver-r-r-y poised and sexy Pakistani-French mademoiselle from Paris. Preity Zinta poses as a modern-day Cinderella with a very posh British-Indian fiancee. Bobby Deol, a nerd-optician poses as a cyber-Superman.

Lara Dutta, God bless her luscious presence, is a tart masquerading as a prima donna. Director Shaad Ali poses as an auteur with the wickedly audacious sense of humour of a comic-book aficionado. While the audience, not to be left behind, is supposed to pretend that it finds the bizarre goings-on hilarious.

But sorry, no go. This is Bunty without the bubbly. The joke, if any, is on the creator of this...

Mani Ratnam’s Underrated Movie To Watch On Ott(Photo Credit –Wikimedia)

Celebrated Indian filmmaker Mani Ratnam is gearing up for his upcoming action-drama movie Thug Life, which features veteran actor Kamal Haasan in the lead. The eagerly anticipated movie is slated for a theatrical release on June 5, 2025. Until Thug Life hits the big screens, we recommend checking out these three underappreciated yet unmissable movies helmed by the Nayakan director on his birthday. You can stream these movies right now on Indian Ott platforms — and trust us, they’re well worth your time.

1. Dil Se.. Release Year – 1998 Streaming On – Amazon Prime Video & Netflix IMDb Rating: 7.5/10

Plot: The intense romantic thriller follows a radio broadcaster, Amar (Shah Rukh Khan), who falls in love with a mysterious woman named Meghna (Manisha Koirala). Though she remains emotionally distant, Amar becomes increasingly obsessed with her, not knowing about her true motives. When he is...

Who Was S.Shankar’s Pick For Robot Before Rajinikanth?(Photo Credit –Instagram/Sun Nxt)

S. Shankar’s big-budget sci-fi action film Robot, aka Enthiran, starring Rajinikanth and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, was released in theatres in 2010. Eventually, it became a massive hit and got a big thumbs up from critics and audiences. Robot garnered immense praise for Rajinikanth’s performance, Shankar’s direction, and its top-grade visual effects.

Moreover, the film has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10. But did you know that neither Rajinikanth nor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan were the first choices for Robot? Read on to find out which actor and actress were initially supposed to be in the film.

This Legendary Actor Was The First Choice For Robot

According to a Times Now report, Robot was in the works since the 1990s, and the National Film Award-winning actor Kamal Haasan was the first choice to play the titular role in Robot.

Subhash K Jha takes a look back at Honey Irani’s 2003 Armaan which starred Preity Zinta, Anil Kapoor, Gracy Singh, Randhir Kapoor, and the Amitabh Bachchan. The feature not only revisits the terrific medical drama, but it also shares highlights from an interview he conducted with Amitabh Bachchan.

The aged but agile doctor swoops up the dying child in his arms and runs through the jungle to the hospital. In the process, he loses his own life. The most memorable moment in Honey Irani’s noble but finally unsuccessful large-screen soap opera reminds you of Dilip Kumar trying to stop vehicles on the road to take his dying wife to the hospital in Yash Chopra’s Mashaal.

Coincidentally, Mashaal too starred Anil Kapoor. As Dr Aakash Sinha, Kapoor puts in an earnest performance. His sequences with his father, played with sophisticated wisdom by the inimitable Amitabh Bachchan, are the muted highlights of the film.

Aamir Khan’s 10 Best Movies To Watch On Ott (Photo Credit – Prime Video)

Aamir Khan’s next film, Sitaare Zameen Par, is slated for a theatrical release on June 20th, 2025. As fans eagerly await the film’s release, we’ve rounded up a list of the top ten highest-rated Aamir Khan films, ranked by their IMDb ratings. To keep it practical, we’ve only included films currently available on Indian Ott platforms, making it easy for you to stream these acclaimed movies before Sitaare Zameen Par hits the big screen.

1. 3 Idiots Year of Release – 2009 Available On – Amazon Prime Video IMDb Rating – 8.4/10

Plot: The buddy comedy film starts with two college friends, Farhan (R. Madhavan) and Raju (Sharman Joshi), who are in search of their long-lost friend Rancho (Aamir Khan), a charismatic genius who disappeared after college. The film also focuses on the time the three friends spent on the campus...

When Mahesh Bhatt Opened Up About His Extramarital Affair With Parveen Babi ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

Mahesh Bhatt has had a glorious body of work in Indian cinema with some unconventional and soul-stirring movies. But his personal life made a lot of noise time and again, one of them being his highly publicized extramarital affair with Parveen Babi. Their relationship had grabbed several eyeballs because Bhatt was already married to his first wife, Lorraine Bright who had changed her name to Kiran during her marriage with the filmmaker.

According to Bollywood Shaadi, Mahesh Bhatt met Lorraine Bright when he was in school. She used to study at the Bombay Scottish Orphanage. Theirs was a teenage romance wherein the Saaransh director used to jump across the wall to meet her which also led to the latter being expelled.

The report further stated that Mahesh Bhatt revealed in a throwback interview, “I would...

Preity Zinta Once Shared An Appalling Incident Of Being Molested(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Preity Zinta is not just a bubbly girl-next-door and drop-dead gorgeous actress, she is also known for speaking up on important issues without being unapologetic. She once opened up about the time a man molested her. The Kal Ho Na Ho star also shared how she tackled the situation, and this fearlessness made her brother worry about her well-being. Keep scrolling for the deets.

Her blend of confidence, academic background, a degree in criminal psychology, and a strong sense of independence has garnered both admiration and criticism. Yet, Preity remains widely regarded as someone who refuses to conform to industry norms. She bravely testified in court during the Bharat Shah underworld case in the early 2000s, something very few people in the film industry were willing to do. She has also spoken openly about harassment and unfair...

Kesari Chapter 2 Is Being Hailed As One Of The Finest Offerings By Dharma Productions (Photo Credit – Dharma Productions)

The Akshay Kumar starrer Kesari Chapter 2, bankrolled by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, was released in the theatres on April 18, 2025. The film unravels the untold story of the horrifying Jallianwala Bagh massacre. It chronicles the tale of C Sankaran Nair’s fight against the British Empire. The riveting subject has struck a positive chord with the audience, such that it is being hailed as one of the finest offerings by Dharma Productions.

Kesari Chapter 2 is being celebrated to be a fine blend of a gut-wrenching story and a soulful connect. The incidents shown in the film promise to tug at your heartstrings, and how! On top of it, the intricate direction by Karan Singh Tyagi and the powerful performances by Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan, and Ananya Panday is being the cherry on the cake.

Ananya Panday Impresses In Kesari Chapter 2 (Photo Credit – Dharma Production)

Kesari Chapter 2 which was released on April 18, 2025, in the theatres, has won the hearts of the audience and evoked a sense of pain, anger, and patriotism in our hearts. The movie unravels the untold story of the horrifying Jallianwala Bagh massacre and the fight of one man, C Sankaran Nair, against the British Empire. Actress Ananya Panday, who plays lawyer Dilreet Gill in the film, has also been winning several laurels for her performance in the movie.

Ananya Panday plays the colleague of Akshay Kumar’s C Sankaran Nair who encourages him to wage a fight against the British Empire. Fans are in awe of the resilience and determination that she has showcased in her performance. Be it her powerful dialogues or authentic look, the audience feels that nobody other than her would have done justice to this role.

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When Preity Zinta Spoke About Not Wanting To Be A Home Breaker(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Not only for her glorious contribution to Indian cinema, but Preity Zinta was also known for her no-nonsense interviews and opinions. One such example was her appearance on Simi Garewal’s show, Rendezvous With Simi Garewal. A throwback clip from the chat show has been going viral wherein the actress had spoken strongly against getting involved with a married man.

What Did Preity Zinta Say?

Preity Zinta could be seen telling Simi Garewal, “I don’t want to be the third person. I have too big an ego to be number 2 or 3 in anybody’s life. I don’t believe in breaking homes, especially where kids are involved. Those kids end up growing complex.”

The Kal Ho Na Ho actress further added that she also tried to understand whether she would have a future with...

Divya Dutta Recalls Veer Zaara’s Premier Show(Photo Credit –Facebook/Prime Video)

Bollywood actress Divya Dutta is one of the prominent names in the film industry. With a career spanning over three decades, the actress has proved her versatility with every performance. Let’s revisit when Divya Dutta opened up on her role in the blockbuster film Veer-Zaara.

In an interview with Siddharth Kannan, Divya reminisced about being afraid of people’s mentality of stereotyping actors easily. The diva shared, “I was sitting at the movie’s premier holding my mother’s hand. It’s a Yash Chopra film, so the whole world would be watching it. I enjoyed it a lot. But, at the same time, I was worried I would be stereotyped as the best friend of all the heroines in the industry. Everyone runs after the one who looks good and leaves the rest behind.”

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In an exhilarating encounter, Punjab Kings secured a win against Chennai Super Kings (Csk) in the Ipl 2025, propelled by Priyansh Arya’s stunning century. The 24-year-old batsman from Delhi scored 103 runs off merely 42 balls, featuring seven fours and nine towering sixes. Arya’s explosive performance made him the second-fastest Indian to achieve a century in Ipl history, reaching the landmark in just 39 deliveries.

As Arya celebrated his century with a six over long-on, the cameras focused on the Punjab Kings’ dugout, where co-owner Preity Zinta was visibly ecstatic. She sprang to her feet, applauding and cheering alongside the enthusiastic crowd. Zinta’s exuberant response truly captured the moment, reflecting her deep passion and commitment to the team.

In a post-match interview, Preity Zinta engaged with Arya, inquiring about his outstanding display. “When I met you a day ago, you were completely silent and didn’t say a word, yet you played such an incredible game.

Kavya Maran Net Worth 2025(Photo Credit –Instagram)

In the male-dominated Ipl, we have seen some ladies making their mark. After Shilpa Shetty, Preity Zinta, and Gayatri Reddy, Kavya Maran is grabbing all the attention of cricket fans. She is seen during almost every game of Sunrisers Hyderabad, cheering up her team and making fans’ hearts skip a beat. But do you really know who she is and how much net worth she enjoys in 2025? Here’s all you need to know!

Kavya shot to fame in the last couple of years. Time and again, we have seen her cute and emotional reactions during Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Ipl matches go viral. She’s already a crush for many guys, and it’s no wonder she is always on the cameraman’s focus whenever Hyderabad is out to play a game. Besides her beauty, Kavya continues to win hearts with her passion and involvement in the game.

Priyanka Chopra is rumored to be making a comeback as Priya in the upcoming Krrish 4, starring alongside Hrithik Roshan. Sources indicate that she has inked a massive deal worth Rs 30 crore for her role, which also marks Hrithik’s first time directing.

This film is set to be the next installment in the beloved sci-fi series and is creating quite a stir among fans and industry experts. Krrish 4 is reportedly being produced by Rakesh Roshan and Aditya Chopra, with Preity Zinta also returning to the franchise.

The Rs 30 Crore Deal: A Closer Look

The reported Rs 30 crore deal for Priyanka’s role in Krrish 4 underscores her status as a top actress in Bollywood. Interestingly, there are whispers that she might choose a profit-sharing arrangement instead of a fixed salary, similar to her deal for SSMB29.

This strategy not only reflects her confidence in the film but also...

Hrithik Roshan Director Debut (Photo Credit – Prime Video/Zee5/Youtube)

The buzz for Krrish 4 just reached a new high as the superhero series is coming back with a new story and a huge twist. Hrithik Roshan is officially taking on the director’s hat for the first time. Moreover, Rekha and Preity Zinta are negotiating to play their legendary roles again, giving the much-awaited installment a nostalgic kick.

According to reports, Hrithik will not only be directing the film but also play an ambitious triple role, portraying characters in various time zones. The movie is stated to delve into the intriguing theme of time travel, and Krrish will have to destroy a significant threat that is common across generations. Action-packed and sci-fi enough, the franchise promises to be pushed to its limits this time around.

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From balancing between two motorcycles in his maiden film Phool Aur Kante to chewing gham in Singham….that’s Ajay Devgan for you. Quietly accomplished…and quite accomplished, thank you! Since, Phool Aur Kante Devgan has learnt to effortlessly stride different kinds of cinema without making a song and dance of his versatility.

If, on one hand, he played the smirking villain to vamp Aishwarya Rai in Khakee, on the other hand, he was equally home playing her shy lover from the past in Raincoat. Ajay’s directorial roster includes everyone from Prakash Jha to Kuku Kohli.

True, he doesn’t have the support of the Chopra-Johar group of powerful filmmakers in Bollywood. But Devgan has managed to make his place without depending on the brand-name directors.

“I don’t put labels on films and directors. To me, every film I make is important. And whether it’s Prakash Jha,...

Bhaiyaji Superhit Re-release Action ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

Sunny Deol’s action-packed entertainer, Bhaiyaji Superhit, is set to make a grand return to theaters in 2025. This cult classic action-comedy promises to bring back Deol in his iconic mass entertainer role, delivering his trademark high-octane performance.

Directed by Neeraj Pathak, the film features a stellar ensemble cast, including Preity Zinta, Arshad Warsi, Ameesha Patel, Shreyas Talpade, Pankaj Tripathi, Sanjay Mishra, Jaideep Ahlawat, Raftaar, Vijay Raaz, and Manoj Joshi. A perfect blend of action, comedy, and drama, Bhaiyaji Superhit is a thrilling ride that promises to entertain audiences of all ages.

The re-release is expected to bring excitement and rekindle the magic that made this film a fan favorite. With Deol’s electrifying action sequences, gripping dialogues, and an engaging storyline, Bhaiyaji Superhit is primed for a successful box office run once again.

Trending Suhana Khan Once Asked Shah Rukh Khan, “Papa Hum Kaun Se Religion Ke Hain?...

In another edition of the terrific feature series, This Day That Year, Subhash K Jha revisits a masterpiece – Deepa Mehta’s Heaven On Earth.

Deepa Mehta’s Heaven On Earth (Videsh in Hindi), which completes 17 years, still has the power to hit us hard where it hurts the most. When the first slap comes, it hits the audience hard across the face. Spousal abuse as a theme is not new to cinema.

What sets Deepa Mehta’s Heaven On Earth apart from other films, including Jagmohan Mundhra’s Provoked, is the fusion of unspoken, unexpressed terror with mythological elements all packed with sardine-like compactness into a small apartment in Ontario, Canada, where Chand (Preity Zinta) arrives fearful and hopeful after her wedding. What she brings with her is her mother’s tales and homilies, songs, and mythology that follow the bride into her chamber of horrors.

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To celebrate the brilliant Rani Mukherjee’s birthday, Subhash K Jha shares some special memories and outstanding performances by the actress in this fabulous feature.

Though she was already one by then, the first time I met Rani Mukherjee, I couldn’t believe she was a star. Short and pretty plain, she walked into my then-good friend Akshay Kumar’s makeup room to say hello. They were both shooting in the same studio on adjoining sets…he for Khiladi 420 and she for Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega .

Akshay and I were having lunch with some friends when the door opened. Rani walked in wearing clothes that depict a typical party sequence in our films and heels so high they looked like stilts!

Rani, being Rani, shook hands with everyone in the room with a democratic smile and saved a special smile and a hug for the hero in the room.

Javed Akhtar On Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (Photo Credit – Prime Video/Wikipedia)

Legendary lyricist Javed Akhtar has given many iconic songs to Hindi cinema. However, did you know Javed Akhtar once refused to work with Karan Johar in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai after writing the title song? Here’s what he shared.

In an interview with comedian Sapan Verma’s YouTube channel, Javed openly talked about the reason for declining to work in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and later regretting it. He shared, “I consider the 80’s to be the darkest time for Hindi cinema. People were either writing double-meaning songs or songs with no meaning at all. I avoid films that, in any way, had lyrics I found absurd or vulgar. This principle led me to turn down a very successful film— Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. I had written the first song for it, but when Karan decided on the title,...

When Preity Zinta Was Allegedly Insulted By Ex Ness Wadia’s Mother (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Preity Zinta is currently happily married to American financial analyst Gene Goodenough. However, before this, she was in a highly publicized relationship with businessman Ness Wadia before they had quite an ugly breakup. But, did you know that the actress was once allegedly humiliated by Wadia’s mother during the course of their relationship? For the unversed, Preity had started dating Ness in the year 2005.

When Ness Wadia’s Mother Allegedly Insulted Preity Zinta

According to a news report in Ib Times, Ness Wadia’s mother Maureen Wadia reportedly was not pleased with her son’s relationship with Preity Zinta. She had sparked rumors of the same when she allegedly took a dig at the Kal Ho Na Ho actress in an old interview. Maureen was said to have been quoted, “I don’t care...

Akshay Kumar’s Gentleman Side ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Preity Zinta is one of the prominent names in the industry. The actress started her acting journey in 1998 with the film Dil Se alongside Manisha Koirala and Shah Rukh Khan. However, Priety once reminisced about the initial days of her career from the Sangharsh shoot.

During an episode of her show, Up Close & Personal with Pz, on her YouTube channel, Preity Zinta shared her experience of working with Akshay Kumar in the initial days of her career. The actress stated that she adores, respects, and loves her co-star Akshay Kumar, as he helped her feel comfortable and was quite decent with her because she was a newcomer in the industry.

Recalling an incident of Akshay Kumar from the shoots of Sangharsh, the actress shared, “Aap lete hue the aur I had to come and bend there aur mera top niche gira jaa raha tha.

Did Farah Khan have a hard time with Deewaangi Dewaangi? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Farah Khan and Shah Rukh Khan achieved the nearly impossible task of assembling the biggest superstars of Bollywood for the music video of Deewangi Deewangi from Om Shanti Om. The multi-starrer song had Salman Khan, Priety Zinta, Rekha, Tabu, Karisma Kapoor, Rani Mukherjee, Saif Ali Khan, Sanjay Dutt, Dharmendra, and many others in the line-up.

In a conversation with Iftda YouTube channel, Farah shared the difficulties she faced while shooting and that Govinda came 24 hours late. She said, “So we are waiting.It’s his time, his shot is ready. So I called him ‘Chichi, where are you’? He said, ‘I’m shooting in Dharavi.’ I said, ‘But we are in film city.’ But then he came the next day.”

Earlier, on Zee Comedy Show Farah Khan shared that throughout her career as a choreographer, she had never worked with Govinda.

From Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak through his Laal Singh Chaddha and all the myriad of outstanding performances in between, Aamir Khan is considered one of the best in cinema. As an actor, director, and producer, Aamir Khan has brought incredible characters and outstanding movies to the big screen. As Aamir Khan turns 60 this week, Subhash K Jha presents some facts you may not know about The Meticulous Khan.

1. Aamir started his film career as a child actor in his uncle Nasir Hussain’s Yaadon Ki Baraat in 1973. He was part of the gaggle of kids singing the title song by Lata Mangeshkar. Aamir played the childhood version of his cousin Tariq Shah, who was being launched as a hero by his father, Nasir Hussain. Tariq made no headway in his career. Aamir made history.

2. A huge fan of Lataji, Aamir makes sure he listens to her songs each day, no matter how busy.

When Aamir Khan Took A Subtle Dig At Shah Rukh Khan’s Popularity (Photo Credit – Instagram)

There have often been rumors of Bollywood stars getting insecure of each other especially in case of box office successes. However, there was a time when Aamir Khan once admitted that he was unfazed by Shah Rukh Khan’s success and popularity. In a throwback interview, the Mr Perfectionist of Bollywood stated that he was not threatened by King Khan’s box office successes.

Aamir Khan On Getting Envious Of Shah Rukh Khan’s Popularity

In a throwback interview with Screen, Aamir Khan revealed that he would have felt threatened by Shah Rukh Khan’s soaring popularity if he had not have gotten the same love and respect that the Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge actor has been getting. He added that the audience is also bestowing the same love on him that they are giving to Shah Rukh.

Bollywood Mascot: Actress Preity Zinta recently embarked on a spiritual journey to Maha Kumbh 2025, an event of immense religious and cultural significance. Known for her vibrant personality and strong values, Preity took to social media to share heartfelt reflections from her visit, highlighting the deep lessons she learned during this sacred experience.

One of the most touching takeaways from her trip was her belief that the “greatest seva (service) is towards parents.” In a world where success and ambition often overshadow familial bonds, Preity’s words served as a gentle reminder of the importance of honoring and caring for one’s parents. Her message resonated deeply with fans, who appreciated her wisdom and connection to traditional Indian values.

During her Maha Kumbh visit, Preity immersed herself in the rituals and traditions that define this centuries-old festival. From taking a holy dip in the sacred waters to offering prayers, she embraced every moment with reverence.

What happened to Sanjay Dutt’s The Good Maharaja? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The Good Maharaja is an Indo-Polish war epic film that promised to bring a remarkable historical tale to the screen. Directed by Vikash Verma and produced by G7 Films Poland, the story centers on Maharaja Digvijaysinhji Ranjitsinhji Jadeja of Nawanagar who sheltered 1,000 Polish children during World War II. Sanjay Dutt stars as the titular Maharaja, joined by Dhruv Verma in a lead role, with Deepraj Rana, Gulshan Grover, and Sharad Kapoor in supporting parts.

With a staggering ₹400 crore (US$47 million) budget, the film was to rank among India’s most expensive films. Filming began in February 2020 in Hindi, English, and Polish, aiming to blend action, drama, and a cross-cultural love story. Initially conceived by Omung Kumar of Legend Studios, the project faced legal hurdles that shifted its trajectory, leaving its fate uncertain as of March 2025.

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Did Aamir Khan shoot a time machine movie? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The science fiction genre has been one of the most anticipated film genres worldwide. It takes the force of human imagination to its limit and the makers are then challenged to match their wildest dreams with the technologies available, and the results have been mind-blowing. In India, while the genre hasn’t been as prolific, there have been notable attempts to delve into sci-fi narratives.

Aamir Khan’s 2014 film Pk stands out as a successful venture into this realm, which blended sci-fi with humor. However, years before Pk, Aamir Khan had already worked on an ambitious sci-fi project titled Time Machine in collaboration with acclaimed director Shekhar Kapur. This movie was initiated in the early 1990s and promised to be a groundbreaking addition to Indian cinema but unfortunately remained unfinished.

Time Machine was meant to be an Indian version...

Ar Rahman Is The Highest-Paid Singer In India, Guess Others In The Top 5? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

India has been blessed with some iconic songs. Ar Rahman continues the legacy after Lata Mangeshkar, Kishore Kumar, and other legendary musicians. He’s currently the highest-paid singer, but do you know his remuneration exceeds by leaps and bounds compared to other vocalists in the top 5? Scroll below for the exciting scoop!

How much does Ar Rahman charge per song?

As per online reports, the Maa Tujhe Salaam singer charges a whopping sum of 3 crores per song. That’s not it, his remuneration per film goes as high as 8-10 crores. He’s one of the most successful Indian celebrities with a staggering net worth of 1700 crores.

On the professional front, Ar Rahman recently composed the film score and soundtrack album for Chhaava, which is ruling the Indian box office. He is also joining...

Suneil Shetty 9/11 Incident (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Suniel Shetty has been a powerhouse of Indian cinema, known for his action-packed roles in the 90s and 2000s. From Mohra to Dhadkan, his career has spanned decades, earning him a reputation as a bankable action star. Alongside his film career, Shetty has also ventured into entrepreneurship, making his name as a versatile personality in the industry.

In 2001, Shetty was part of Kaante, a Bollywood film heavily inspired by Reservoir Dogs, which was being filmed in Los Angeles. However, the timing of the shoot coincided with the tragic 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, an event that shook the world and heightened security tensions globally. In a recent interview, the actor revealed a terrifying personal incident that occurred right after the attacks, one where he was held at gunpoint by American cops simply because of his appearance.

Suneil Shetty was handcuffed due to...

What Did Preity Zinta Said About Joining Politics? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Preity Zinta, one of the most beloved actresses of the 2000s, is making a grand return to Bollywood with Lahore 1947. After a successful career in films like Kal Ho Naa Ho, Veer-Zaara, and Dil Chahta Hai, she stepped back from the industry, moving to Los Angeles after her marriage. Now, she is ready to grace the silver screen once again. Beyond Lahore 1947, it is not clear what career path Zinta will follow, and some fans are speculating that the actress may enter the field of politics.

Bollywood and politics have long been connected, with many actors transitioning into political roles. From Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini to Kangana Ranaut, several film stars have found a new stage in governance. With Zinta’s return to the limelight, fans are curious if she will take the political plunge,...

Preity Zinta’s loan was written off by the bank? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Preity Zinta, one of Bollywood’s most beloved actresses, is central to a financial controversy. Known for films like Dil Se, Kal Ho Naa Ho, and Veer-Zaara, Zinta has often maintained a low profile outside the industry. However, recent allegations claimed that a ₹18 crore loan in her name was written off by the troubled New India Cooperative Bank Ltd., leading to widespread speculation.

The controversy arose after a Moneylife report highlighted alleged corruption within the bank, including mismanagement of corporate loans, many of which became non-performing assets (NPAs). The issue quickly escalated with ₹25 crore loans reportedly approved without informing branch managers.

In response to the claims, Zinta vehemently denied any wrongdoing, calling the reports “fake news” and setting the record straight about her financial dealings with the bank.

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When Amitabh Bachchan Drove His Family Crazy Due To His Unemployment (Photo Credit – Koimoi)

Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan are hailed as one of the power couples on the block. The couple have been married for over 50 years and are each other’s biggest support systems. However, once Jaya was rather perturbed over her husband trying to run their household when he was out of work.

When Amitabh Bachchan Had Drove His Family Crazy

Talking about the same, in an old Filmfare interview in 2012, Jaya Bachchan revealed how Amitabh Bachchan was keen on constantly buying a new washing machine and an oven. The superstar wanted to discard the old appliances and go for new ones. She revealed that her husband almost drove the entire family crazy while doing so. However, the Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani actress maintained that her husband is not a control freak.

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When Preity Zinta Blasted Tusshar Kapoor For Taking Her Name While Answering A Question On Cosmetic Surgery( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Preity Zinta has millions of fans known for her charming looks, dimpled smile, and vibrant personality. Whether on-screen or off, she radiates elegance and grace. However, she was once infuriated with Tusshar Kapoor for his controversial comment regarding her looks. Kapoor did not intend to hurt her, but it backfired anyway. Keep scrolling for the deets.

Actresses are always pressured to look good and are often accused of undergoing several cosmetic surgeries to enhance their beauty. Preity is no exception; she, too, has been alleged to have gone under the knife owing to her changing appearances over the years. It might be because of her aging and loss of teenage features, as the actress never confirmed any procedures. It is all-natural for Preity, and she truly is a Pretty Woman.

Originally released in 2016, Sanam Teri Kasam, which stars Harshvardhan Rane and Mowra Hocane is going back to the big screen. Subhash K Jha revisits the drama that re-releases today.

Co-directors Vinay Sapru-Radhika Rao’s Sanam Teri Kasam moves forward with no lofty aspirations except to tell a tale of star-crossed lovers with feelings affection charm simplicity and sincerity. It succeeds in doing that.

In how many ways do we love Shakespeare’s paean to love about the doomed alliance between two socially unequal lovers? Sanam Teri Kasam is a winsome nugget on love romance and heartbreak with two very watchable newcomers helming the rapturous emotions, navigating the nifty numbers and namkeen dialogues through a coherently charted route to a tragic finale.

A charming simplicity and an arcadian innocence runs through Sanam Teri Kasam, a film far superior in its aspirations and achievements than its namesake released in 1982. If first impressions are the last,...

Continuing to shine the spotlight on the esteemed actress, Subhash K Jha revists Preity Zinta’s five finest films.

1. Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna (2006):

Sometimes, you hold a film close to your heart, not because the characters embrace you but because they do so for the opposite reason. The four protagonists who colonise Karan Johar’s marital romance are so distanced from their spouses and their dormant desires that you wonder why they got married! Or, why do any two people decide to opt for what many would say is an obsolete institution in the first place!! Kabhi Alvidaa Na Kehna (Kank) is indeed a definite sign of Karan Johar’s maturation as an artiste and a filmmaker. This is a film that derives its inspiration energy from Karan’s favourite filmmaker Yash Chopra’s interesting but abortive Silsila. Even more interesting is the casting… the role of the unfaithful...

Subhash K Jha in this special feature reflects on Preity Sinta’s career and shares a throwback conversation with the actress when they discussed her role in the hit film Dil Chahta Hai.

At one point of time, Preity Zinta and I used to be friends, so close that she once told me if she had ten guests at her wedding, I would be one of them. We’ve met several times over the years, once famously for lunch at a high-end Mumbai restaurant with Karan Johar, where heads turned towards us as Preity, Karan, and I entered.

The last time I met her was when she came home for lunch in Patna. We haven’t been much in touch since then, after her marriage and babies. But I have only good wishes for this Zinta Dil actress.

Among the work she did, Preity was understandably the proudest of Farhan Akhtar’s Dil Chahta Hai.

To celebrate Preity Zinta’s birthday, Subhash K Jha revisits Preity Zinta’s finest performance.

When the first slap comes, it hits the audience hard across the face. Spousal abuse as a theme is not new to cinema. What sets Deepa Mehta’s Heaven On Earth, released in 2008, apart from other films, including Jagmohan Mundhra’s Provoked, is the fusion of unspoken, unexpressed terror with mythological elements all packed with sardine-like compactness into a small apartment in Ontario, Canada, where Chand arrives fearful and hopeful after her wedding.

Chand brings with her her mother’s tales, homilies, songs, and mythology, which follow the bride into her chamber of horrors. What follows in Chand’s new life is a nightmare that could claim the life of any Indian bride transported into a foreign country after marriage. Absolute authenticity is the hallmark of Deepa Mehta’s vision.

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2025 is shaping up to be a banner year for Hindi film, with many intriguing stories getting ready to play the big screen. Subhash K Jha reveals his selections for the five movies that must be seen at the cinema!

1. Loveyapa:

The chemistry between Sridevi’s daughter Khushi and Aamir Khan’s son Junaid in this cute-as-a-button love story is the highlight among many highlights of the Madhu Mantena production. After this Valentine’s Day release, directed by Advait Chandan, there will be a queue of producers signing this screen pair together and apart. Loveyapa is the Bobby of our times. And that’s saying a lot.

2. Lahore 1947:

Raj Kumar Santoshi is back in form in this heartrending drama of a family during the Partition trying to retain their ancestral home in Lahore. Lahore 1947 also stars Aamir Khan, Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, and Shabana Azmi. While Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta,...

Does Shah Rukh Khan’s Veer-Zaara inspire Prabhas’ Fauji? (Photo Credit – Twitter/Instagram)

Prabhas is working on many films, one of which is with director Hanu Raghavapudi. Hanu Raghavapudi directed Sita Ramam, which became a surprise hit. The film starred Dulquer Salmaan and marked Mrunal Thakur’s Tollywood debut.

Meanwhile, the shooting of Fauji was happening fast. But Prabhas got injured, so production stopped for some time. Despite this, the film is in the news for many reasons. A new rumor is spreading in Telugu cinema circles, and those speculations state that Fauji is inspired by Shah Rukh Khan’s film Veer-Zaara, which was directed by Yash Chopra.

In Veer-Zaara, Shah Rukh Khan plays an army officer who gets imprisoned in Pakistan while searching for his love. Preity Zinta plays the female lead. Rumors suggest that Fauji also has a similar story, and It may be about lost love over many years.

Rani Mukerji Once Revealed How Yash Chopra Locked Her Parents In His Office For A Reason She Was Grateful (Photo Credit – Koimoi)

Rani Mukerji is one of the biggest actresses in the Hindi film industry. Over the years, she has worked with some of the most eminent filmmakers, including the legendary director Yash Chopra. Rani has worked with Chopra and his Yash Raj Films on multiple movies, and she is married to his son Aditya Chopra. Rani once shared how the late filmmaker locked her parents in his office. But why? To know the answer, scroll below.

Rani has worked in Chopra-helmed Veer Zaara alongside Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta. She did Mujhse Dosti Karoge with Yash Raj Films, and with Saathiya, her career got a new life. The production house established by the late filmmaker has given some of the biggest and most iconic movies in Bollywood, and...

Is Preity Zinta Safe Amid LA Wildfires? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Preity Zinta moved to the US following her marriage to Gene Goodenough in 2016. The actress owns a mansion in Los Angeles, California, where she lives with her husband and family. As wildfires have engulfed parts of the county, Preity has shared an update about her home.

The Kal Ho Naa Ho star revealed that she and her family are fortunately safe amid the fires. However, she is devastated about the damage caused by the calamity, which has already claimed over 12 lives and burned more than 10,000 buildings.

Preity Zinta Says She Is Heartbroken Due To The Devastation Caused By The LA Fires

The wildfire started in Los Angeles on January 7th, 2025, and has caused severe destruction in the city. Several Hollywood celebs have lost their homes to the fire. Amid the chaos, fans were concerned about Preity Zinta as she also...

Preity Zinta Net Worth ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Preity Zinta is inevitably one of the most adored female celebrities out there. Even now, some fans manifest her return on the big screen, and her public appearances are often quick to go viral on social media. Even though she took a sabbatical from movies after 2008, she established a strong entrepreneurial journey by becoming the owner of the Ipl team, Punjab Kings. Over the years, her film career and journey as a businesswoman have catapulted her net worth and bankability.

Preity Zinta’s Journey

Preity Zinta made her Bollywood debut with the 1998 film Dil Se. Since then, there has been no looking back for the actress. She went on to do commercially successful and critically acclaimed films like Kal Ho Na Ho, Veer Zaara, Soldier, Dil Chahta Hai, Koi Mil Gaya, Kya Kehna, Dil Hai Tumhara, Lakshya, Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna, Mission Kashmir,...

Wny Was Preity Zinta Cast In Hrithik Roshan’s Koi Mil Gaya Over Aishwarya Rai & Kareena Kapoor? (Photo Credit – Instagram/YouTube)

Released in 2003, Koi… Mil Gaya became a landmark film in Indian cinema. It is one of the finest sci-fi attempts by Bollywood. The director, Rakesh Roshan, tried to popularize the concept of sci-fi through this attempt, where he perfectly balanced humor, romance, and emotions to make a great movie. The talented cast perfectly complemented Roshan’s efforts, including his son Hrithik Roshan, Preity Zinta, Rajat Bedi, and Rekha Ji.

While Hrithik was the movie’s highlight, Preity Zinta stole the viewers’ hearts equally. Her role as Nisha won her immense praise. However, fans might not know she was not the first choice for the role. Instead, she only got the role after two other A-lister actors were already considered.

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When Karisma Kapoor Did Not Want To Work With Akshay Kumar ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Karisma Kapoor is one of the biggest actresses who ruled Bollywood in the 90s. She made some memorable movies back then, and her pairing with Govinda was loved by many. However, she faced great competition from her contemporaries, including Madhuri Dixit and Juhi Chawla. She has worked with Ajay Devgn, Suniel Shetty, and Akshay Kumar; however, there was a time when she reportedly refused to work with Akshay. Scroll below to know more.

Karisma and Akshay have appeared in movies including Deedar, Suhaag, Maidan-E-Jung, Sapoot, Lahoo Ke Do Rang, and others. Unfortunately, some films underperformed at the box office and were big flops. Today, Kumar is one of the biggest stars in the Indian film industry and is also the highest-paid actor. Karisma might not be doing many movies, but she was a prominent name in the 1990s.

When Saif Ali Khan Rejected Dil Chahta Hai ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The 2001 film Dil Chahta Hai remains a landmark film when it comes to the theme of friendship. The Farhan Akhtar directorial starred Aamir Khan, Akshaye Khanna, and Saif Ali Khan in the lead roles and still remains etched in the hearts of all the cinema enthusiasts. However, did you know that Saif had almost rejected the film? Yes, you heard that right! The actor had turned down the film initially because he was not convinced about the length of his role.

In an interaction with journalist Nilufer Qureshi in 2001, Saif Ali Khan revealed that he had turned down Dil Chahta Hai at first and that it was only after the reassurances from Dimple Kapadia and Javed Akhtar, that he decided to change his decision. And the rest we know is history! The Kal Ho Na Ho actor said, “I...