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When Alia Bhatt Shared The Adorable Pic Of Her ‘Cat Of Honour’ From Her Wedding Diary

Everyone’s life is divided into different chapters and segments. Some hold their childhood accounts close to their hearts, some cherish teen romance, while many embrace the chapter of their wedding day memories. Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt is certainly from the third lot. The ‘Highway’ star Alia Bhatt tied the knot…

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Arijit Singh Love Story: First Marriage, Second Wife & Kids

Almost everyone in India knows the most mesmerising singer Arjit Singh. In fact, there may be few individuals hasn't enjoyed his voice at least once. However, Arjit Singh is one of those rare celebrities who make sure that his private life remains private. A lot of us may not know…

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Box office over backbone: The anxiety behind Bollywood's reaction to the AR Rahman row

During a recent interview, BBC Asian Network's Haroon Rashid politely pressed Oscar-winning music composer A.R. Rahman to respond to the criticism that Islamophobia is coded into the way Muslims are depicted in the Hindi film Chhaava, for which Rahman did the music. Chhaava was one of the highest-grossing Hindi films…

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Bollywood Directors Who Became Bigger Stars Than Actors in 2025

As Bollywood continued to evolve, a new era unfolded where directors didn’t just craft films — they became cultural personalities with influence and attention that rivalled, and in some cases eclipsed, that of leading actors. From box-office juggernauts to breakout streaming hits, filmmakers emerged as the true star power of…

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Oscar winner AR Rahman apologises after saying he faces discrimination in Bollywood

Rahman says while he had not faced overt discrimination early in his career, there have been changes in the last eight years

The Independent UK

Bangladesh bans IPL broadcasts after one of its star cricketers is dropped by team

India and Bangladesh have been locked in an escalating spiral of geopolitical and diplomatic tensions since the summer of 2024 when a mass uprising toppled the government of Sheikh Hasina and sent her fleeing to Delhi

The Independent UK

Epic tales and star power: How Tollywood is reshaping Indian cinema

Tollywood, the Telugu-language film industry, is rapidly gaining global attention, challenging Bollywood's dominance

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Dharmendra, Bollywood’s ‘He Man’ and one of its most enduring stars, dies at 89

India’s prime minister among those paying tribute to celebrated actor whose career spanned six decades

The Guardian - UK

Dharmendra Cause of Death: Beloved Bollywood Actor Dies, Leaves Wife With £38.4 Million Empire

Dharmendra's death at 89 shocks Bollywood as the beloved actor leaves behind a multi-million-pound empire, a legacy of iconic films, and an unclear cause of death.

International Business Times UK

Dharmendra death: ‘He-Man of Bollywood’ dies aged 89

Actor was admitted to hospital after complaining of respiratory issues earlier this month

The Independent UK

Dharmendra Health Update: Veteran Actor Stable But Still Under Close Observation

Dharmendra is reportedly stable days after being in a critical condition while confined at a hospital in India.

International Business Times UK

From 'Sarabhai' to Stardom: Bollywood Mourns the Loss of Satish Shah at 74

Veteran actor Satish Shah, best known for his iconic role in Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, passed away at the age of 74. Found unresponsive at his home, Shah was declared dead at a Mumbai hospital.

International Business Times UK

India’s latest party trend: Extravagant fake wedding parties

From Delhi rooftops to Hyderabad clubs, fake weddings allow young urban Indians to experience the glamour of fancy marriage celebrations without the exorbitant costs or expectations of the real thing. Shahana Yasmin reports

The Independent UK

Britain Welcomes Bollywood: What It Could Mean for the UK Economy

Britain is set to host three major Bollywood productions from 2026 under a landmark UK–India partnership, expected to create 3,000 jobs and boost the nation's £12 billion screen industry with fresh investment and cultural exchange.

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Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan reveals details of stabbing attack at home: ‘My son asked if I was going to die’

Actor was stabbed six times, and sustained injuries in his spine and neck, while his son’s nanny and his son had been nicked by the intruder on their hands

International Business Times

British PM Starmer Hails India Opportunities After Trade Deal

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer touted "unparalleled" opportunities opening up in India as he made his inaugural visit to the country on Wednesday, seeking to promote a trade deal signed this summer.

The Independent UK

Narcotics officer who arrested Shah Rukh Khan’s son files lawsuit over portrayal in Netflix show

Officer claims series intends to malign his ‘reputation in a colourable and prejudicial manner’

Newslaundry

Let Me Explain: Coconut, curd, jasmine, and what Bollywood thinks of the South

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Cheer up, Ice Cube, your War of the Worlds movie may be really bad, but it’s not worthless

Awful clunkers occasionally emerge from both Hollywood and Bollywood, but I have found value in most cinematic calamities, says student Saranka Maheswaran

Newslaundry

When caste takes centre stage: How Dhadak 2 breaks Bollywood’s pattern

In India, the phrase “love is political” is a cliche you’ll hear often. But what does it really mean? It’s not just that politics controls love. It’s that the family, that sacred unit of Indian society, isn’t always a cosy nest of affection; it’s also a political fortress, a miniature…

International Business Times

India-Pakistan Conflict Hits Shared Love Of Film, Music

While conflict raged between the powerful militaries of India and Pakistan, a battle was also fought on the cultural front lines despite years of shared love for films and music.

Euronews

New Miss World crowned as controversy brews over Miss England accusations

Opal Suchata Chuangsri of Thailand was crowned Miss World in India this weekend. Despite the celebrations, controversy has been brewing over Milla Magee, the reigning Miss England, and her comments. Magee has accused the organisers of exploiting her and other contestants.

Evening Standard

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan surprises DDLJ musical cast in London

Visit comes days after unveiling of statue of actor in Leicster Suqare postponed over the India-Pakistan conflict

Dynamite News

"Ground Zero" first film in 38 years to have red carpet premiere in Srinagar; For details

With each passing day, the excitement around the Bollywood thriller “Ground Zero” is rising to a fever pitch. Read further on Dynamite News

The Independent UK

Bollywood film about anti-caste icons delayed after protests from Brahmins

India’s film certification body accused of censoring anti-caste film ‘Phule’ under pressure from so-called upper caste groups, sparking backlash over historical erasure

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