Hema Malini, the iconic Bollywood actress and politician, will be launching the authorised biography of legendary filmmaker, lyricist, and poet Gulzar on January 9. The biography, titled Gulzar Saab: Hazara Rahein Mudke Dekhin, is written by National Award-winning author Yatindra Mishra. 

It chronicles Gulzar's life and career, from his early days as a poet to his success as a filmmaker and lyricist. He has compiled his interactions over 15 years with Gulzar in the book. Other guests at the launch included Sahitya Akademi award-winning writer and poet Sheen Kaaf Nizam, and filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj.

A report by ANI, quoted publisher Arun Maheshwari saying, “Gulzar Saab: Hazara Rahein Mud Ke Dekhin... will open alleys of learnings and stories about the master craftsman Gulzar saab. Yatindra has done a commendable work in delicately compiling his interactions with the legend.” In addition to this, the CEO of the group, Aditi Maheshwari believes that this book will contribute poetic continuity to the legendary generation of Gulzar to the younger ones. There will be a lot to learn from this book.

Speaking of Gulzar, born in 1934, his journey in cinema began as a lyricist, penning iconic songs that impressed audiences with their social commentary and emotional depth. His foray into filmmaking further showcased his masterful storytelling, creating cinematic masterpieces that reflected social realities and human struggles. His contributions have been recognized with numerous accolades, including 5 National Film Awards, 22 Filmfare Awards, the Sahitya Akademi Award, and the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award.

Also Read: Hema Malini pays heartfelt tribute to late mother Jaya Chakravarthy on birth anniversary; watch

In a seismic shift for the Indian film industry, insiders are buzzing with excitement as Jim Sarbh embarks on his first-ever Pan-India film, joining forces with the dynamic Dhanush. Sources spill the beans, revealing that the stars are not just collaborating – they're set to ignite the screen with a jaw-dropping spectacle.

Sources reveal that "Jim Sarbh is gearing up for his inaugural Pan-India film, joining forces with the talented Dhanush. The duo, known for their remarkable performances, is actively preparing for the project, and production is set to commence in the upcoming weeks."

This collaboration promises to be an extravaganza, creating anticipation among fans eager to witness the magic these two stars will bring to the silver screen. Stay tuned for more updates on this cinematic spectacle.

As the anticipation builds, fans can brace themselves for a mega-blockbuster, where these two titans of talent come together to create an unforgettable cinematic symphony. Get ready to be swept away as Jim Sarbh and Dhanush redefine the meaning of entertainment on the big screen! Stay tuned for the cinema event of the year!

Also Read: Captain Miller Trailer: Dhanush goes all guns blazing against the British Raj to protect the villagers from colonization and torture

Bollywood actress Bipasha Basu recently turned 45 this year. The actress received a heartfelt birthday wish from her husband, Karan Singh Grover. He took to his social media account to express love for his wife.

Karan shared a picture of Bipasha with their daughter Devi. In the accompanying caption, he wrote, “Wish you a very very very happy birthday my sweet little baby bumbi princess pie! @bipashabasu. You are always the brightest light, have the most beautiful smile, the heartiest laugh, say the funniest things and the wisest words have the purest soul, are the most giving being, the best part about everything and you’ll always have all my heart. I love you so much. Happy birthday monkey!”

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Reacting to the wish, Bipasha, wrote, “Thank you for loving me and being mine forever My person My everything.”

Meanwhile, on the work front, Bipasha Basu was last seen on the big screen in the film Alone with Karan Singh Grover. The couple once again were seen together in the film Dangerous in 2020, which is streaming on MX Player. The actress also essayed the character of an anchor in the horror show Darr Sabko Lagta Hai which aired on &TV.

On the other hand, Karan Singh Grover is gearing up for his upcoming project in the film industry. The talented actor has secured a significant role in director Siddharth Anand's much-anticipated aerial action thriller film titled Fighter. In this high-octane movie, Karan will be sharing the screen with an ensemble cast comprising of renowned stars such as Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor. The film promises to offer a gripping storyline filled with adrenaline-pumping action sequences and compelling performances.

Also Read: Bipasha Basu shares heartwarming photos with Karan Singh Grover and daughter Devi on her birthday; see pics

Restaurateur Timmy Narang has confirmed his divorce from actress Isha Koppikar. For weeks, rumours about their separation were rife. However, Narang has now confirmed that not only is the divorce final, but the actress has also moved out of their house with their daughter.

In a statement to ETimes, Timmy Narang said that they were contemplating divorce for one and half years before taking the decision. He said, “The divorce was granted in November last year, and it was on amicable terms. Both of us are now free to move on with our lives, which is a fact. So, I don’t see why there should be any confusion regarding that. While I haven’t read the latest report, considering the legal option isn’t even an option because the divorce has already come through, it’s as simple as that.”

The source was earlier quoted saying, “The couple parted ways due to compatibility issues, which cropped up a while ago. They tried every bit to save the marriage but didn’t succeed. Isha has moved out of the house and is living separately with their daughter.”

Isha Koppikar married hotelier Timmy Narang in November 2009. They have now parted ways after 14 years of marriage.

On the work front, Isha Koppikar has worked in movies in several languages including Hindi, Telugu and Tamil. She has been a part of several films including Don, 36 China Town, Kya Kool Hain Hum, Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya and Krishna Cottage among others. She made her Telugu debut with Chandralekha alongside Nagarjuna and her Tamil debut with Ayalaan.

In 2019, Isha Koppikar entered politics and worked as the BJP President in the Women Transport Wing. ALSO READ: Isha Koppikar to end her 14 year marriage; intends to parts ways with husband Timmy Narang, say reports

Celebrating her birthday on January 5, 2024, Bollywood star Deepika Padukone, accompanied by her actor-husband Ranveer Singh, marked the occasion with an intimate dinner at Mumbai's Taj in Colaba. On Monday, the pair embarked on a vacation and were seen arriving at the Mumbai airport on January 8. But, the birthday cheer persisted, as she cut the cake at the airport.

As they were leaving town, Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh were greeted by a paparazzi who came with a cake. Deepika cut a cake with them while Ranveer watched with a sweet smile on his face. The couple was twinning in all-black ensembles.

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On the work front, Deepika Padukone is gearing up for the release of Fighter. Helmed by Siddharth Anand, the actress will star alongside Hrithik Roshan and Anil Kapoor in India’s first aerial movie. It is set to release on January 25, 2024. She also has Nag Ashwin’s Kalki 2898 AD; The Intern remake and Rohit Shetty’s Singham Again.

Meanwhile, Ranveer Singh will be seen in Rohit Shetty's Cop Universe Singham Again alongside Deepika Padukone. He has reportedly signed Baiju Bawra with Sanjay Leela Bhansali. He also has Farhan Akhtar’s Don 3. ALSO READ: Deepika Padukone drops a photo of her birthday cake as she rings in her special day with Ranveer Singh

Actor Babil Khan, who has been working in the industry for over a year, often fondly remembers his late father, critically acclaimed star Irrfan Khan, who passed in April 2020 following his battle with cancer. On Sunday, Babil penned a heartfelt and emotional note remembering his father on his birth anniversary. On January 8, 2024, Irrfan Khan would have turned 57.

Babil Khan took to Instagram on Sunday to share an unseen photo of his father Irrfan Khan from the sets of the 2017 film The Song of Scorpions. In the picture, the actor was seen feeding cake to Anup Singh and had celebrated his birthday on the sets of the film. The actor wrote, “Celebrating a man who always forgot his own birthday @irrfan.”

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Anup Singh also shared the same photo and wrote, “The look, the smile, the hand on the shoulder, the taste of the cake, the scent of the desert and the cheer of the team remain. The force of memory does help to accept and reconcile oneself with the grief.”

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Meanwhile, Babil Khan made his Bollywood debut with the 2022 Netflix movie, Qala. The actor was most recently seen in YRF's first web series, The Railway Men. ALSO READ: 6 years of Qarib Qarib Singlle: When Irrfan Khan’s son Babil played his body double

Bollywood actress Bipasha Basu celebrated her birthday with a heartwarming post on social media. The actress shared a picture featuring herself along with husband Karan Singh Grover, and their daughter Devi.

In the shared post, Bipasha can be seen gazing at her daughter while Karan Singh Grover can be seen embracing their daughter. Sharing the picture, Basu wrote in caption, “My (globe emoji).”

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Bipasha later shared another picture of the three from the trip where they can be seen enjoying their time in pool. Basu captioned, “Perfect Birthday. Just need my 2 babies and sunshine and water.”

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Meanwhile, on the work front, Bipasha Basu was last seen on the big screen in the film Alone with Karan Singh Grover. The couple once again were seen together in the film Dangerous in 2020, which is streaming on MX Player. The actress also essayed the character of an anchor in the horror show Darr Sabko Lagta Hai which aired on &TV.

On the other hand, Karan Singh Grover is gearing up for his upcoming project in the film industry. The talented actor has secured a significant role in director Siddharth Anand's much-anticipated aerial action thriller film titled Fighter. In this high-octane movie, Karan will be sharing the screen with an ensemble cast comprising of renowned stars such as Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor. The film promises to offer a gripping storyline filled with adrenaline-pumping action sequences and compelling performances.

Also Read: Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover along with daughter Devi enjoy a relaxing getaway in the Maldives

Bollywood actor Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif starrer Tiger 3 released on November 12 and performed well at box office. After the success in theatres, the film is now available on OTT platform, Prime Video.

Salman Khan recently took to his social media account to share the news with his fans. In a post, he shared the poster of his film and wrote that the film is now available for streaming on the popular OTT platform, Amazon Prime Video. He wrote, “Locked, loaded and ready! Aa raha hai Tiger…#Tiger3OnPrime, watch now only on @primevideoin.”

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For the unversed, Maneesh Sharma directorial is a spy-thriller that garnered rave revews for its high-octane action sequences and storyline. Tiger 3 featured Salman Khan alongside Katrina Kaif, continuing their on-screen partnership. The film explored the world of espionage, presenting suspense, action, and drama.

“At Prime Video, we take immense pride in being the home to Yash Raj Films’ dynamic slate of films. As purveyors of top-notch entertainment, we’re thrilled to be able to take their stories to customers and fans across India and the world,” said Manish Menghani, director and head of content licensing, at Prime Video India. “We have had a longstanding and successful partnership with Yash Raj Films and have over the years, been home to some of the most successful films of Indian Cinema – be it the everlasting romance of Silsila or Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge or the thrill of the Dhoom franchise. Early last year, we premiered one of India’s biggest blockbuster hit, Pathaan, on the service, and now we’re thrilled to bring yet another super-hit from the YRF Spy Universe, Tiger 3. It is the perfect start to the year!”

“The Tiger franchise and the YRF Spy Universe is turning out to be the biggest IP of Indian cinema with the biggest stars coming on-board these franchises. The Legacy of Tiger is one that has grown from strength to strength with each installment,” said Akshaye Widhani, CEO of Yash Raj Films. “We’re thrilled that our relationship with Prime Video has proven to be so fruitful, with our most loved titles being available to stream on the service. With Tiger 3 premiering today, I am glad we’re able to give our viewers the chance to enjoy this film with their families, on a device of their convenience!”

On the work front, Katrina Kaif is currently gearing up for the Sriram Raghavan’s unique thriller Merry Christmas, co-starring Vijay Sethupathi. Katrina is also expected to have signed Tiger Baby and Excel Productions’ Jee Le Zaraa, alongside Alia Bhatt and Priyanka Chopra Jonas but the film’s status is yet to be determined.

On the other hand, Salman Khan has a bunch of projects in his kitty including The Bull, which will be produced under Karan Johar-owned Dharma Productions. He will also reunite with Sooraj Bharjatya for a film.

Also Read: Katrina Kaif talks about her equation with Tiger 3 co-star Salman Khan; says, “our dynamic has changed throughout the years”

Earlier, as the world celebrated the arrival of 2024, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Nick Jonas were rejoicing this moment with Dr. Madhu Chopra at a private bash in Cabo. Their fan clubs were seen sharing the latest trip shenanigans of the couple from the New Year’s Eve. The couple had also extended their trip to spend some relaxing time away from the city hustle on the beach. Now Priyanka has herself shared a series of pictures from the trip.

The actress took to her Instagram account and gave fans a sneak peek into her recent holiday with husband Nick Jonas and their daughter Malti Marie. The post included romantic snaps with Nick, relaxed family time, cradling the little one, enjoying tropical delights with coconuts, and moments basking in the sunshine in a bikini. A video also featured the Malti steering the yacht while humming, with her parents. Priyanka accompanied the post with a caption that read, “Took some time to feed my soul. 2023 had me spent.. maybe I still am. Here’s to a 2024 highlighted by peace, respite, family, love, joy and community. Hold your loved ones close. We are very lucky if we can. Happy new year.”

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On the professional front, Priyanka Chopra's latest project is the Russo Brothers' web series, Citadel, which premiered on April 28, 2023, on Prime Video and is renewed for a second part. The series features Priyanka as Nadia Sinh and Richard Madden as Mason Kane. Additionally, Priyanka appeared in Love Again. The actress has also announced her next film, Heads Of State, where she will share the screen with John Cena and Idris Elba. Priyanka Chopra continues to prove her mettle in the entertainment industry with her diverse roles and unwavering dedication.

Also Read: Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Nick Jonas spend relaxing time on the beach; their intimate photos go viral

Aamir Khan's daughter Ira Khan and fitness trainer Nupur Shikhare tied the knot in Mumbai earlier this week, followed by wedding celebrations in Udaipur. Ira recently shared glimpses from their Udaipur trip on Instagram along with a twist to the wedding posts.

Taking to her Instagram account, Ira shared pictures from the Taj Lake Palace in Udaipur, giving a sneak peek into their wedding celebration. Sharing the post, Ira wrote in caption, “Can it be our wedding without a bunch of workouts?” The photos featured Ira, Nupur, and their friends engaged in a workout session. Ira listed the exercises they performed. The warm-up included “Bring Sally Up” push-ups, followed by a series of exercises such as push-ups, jump squats, Namashkar push-ups, squat and press, wide push-ups, side squats, burpees, donkey kicks to wrestler sitouts, and handstands.

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Prior to the Udaipur festivities, Aamir Khan and his son Azad were spotted at the airport on Friday evening, departing for the occasion. While details about the Udaipur celebrations are yet to unfold, the glimpses shared by Ira Khan on her Instagram story offer a sneak peek into the couple's journey.

As the celebrations continue in Udaipur, fans and well-wishers eagerly await more glimpses and updates from Ira Khan and Nupur Shikhare's wedding festivities. The couple will be holding a traditional wedding ceremony in Udaipur on January 8, followed by two grand receptions in the city for friends and family.

Also Read: Ira Khan shares adorable in-flight snapshot with husband Nupur Shikhare; see pic

In the realm of Bollywood, where gossip and rumours are part and parcel of the industry, Divya Khosla Kumar has recently stirred curiosity with her Instagram story, hinting at a potential venture in the South film industry. Known for her roles in films like Satyamev Jayate 2, and Yaariyan 2, Divya Khosla Kumar is no stranger to the limelight. Sources are now abuzz with the possibility of her making a foray into Telugu-Hindi cinema with a lead role in an upcoming project.

A recent Instagram story by Divya now has rumour mills churning faster, where she posted, “Coming Soon. I’m really excited to share something awesome with all of you. Will be announcing on 16th January 2024. Stay Tuned!”

A few trusted sources were quick to speculate that Divya is looking forward to getting into the Telugu film industry and doing a unique project. It is said that the film is titled Hero N Heroine, and the first poster of the same may be unveiled on January 16, 2024.

Apart from her acting career, Divya Khosla Kumar is also known as a director and producer in the Indian film industry. If these rumours are true, it will be great for her fans to see Divya don a new character.

Also Read: Catch a glimpse of Divya Khosla Kumar’s stunning array of gowns

Following the tremendous success of the 2018 film Raid, Ajay Devgn will be reuniting with director Rajkumar Gupta as well as producers Bhushan Kumar, Kumar Mangat Pathak, Abhishek Pathak, and Krishan Kumar for the highly anticipated sequel – Raid 2. The makers took to social media to make this announcement, much to the excitement of Ajay’s fans, and even asserted that it will releasing in the final quarter of this year. Furthermore, the makers also revealed that the film is already going on floors, adding to the anticipation.

Celebrating the unsung heroes of the Income Tax Department, Raid 2 yet again will narrate a true case from their books. The makers took to social media to mark the return of the franchise with a first look poster. Although the poster refrained from revealing the look Ajay Devgn will sporting in the film, it featured a caption that read, “The wait is over! Ajay Devgn is back as IRS Officer Amay Patnaik in #Raid2, ready to bring another true case to the big screen on 15th November 2024!. IRS officer Amay Patnaik AKA Ajay Devgn is all set to get a new tip this time! So, are you ready to know whose house will be raided by him this time?”

The wait is over! Ajay Devgn is back as IRS Officer Amay Patnaik in #Raid2, ready to bring another true case to the big screen on 15th November 2024!@ajaydevgn @rajkumar_rkg #BhushanKumar #KrishanKumar @KumarMangat @AbhishekPathakk @TSeries @PanoramaMovies #ShivChanana… pic.twitter.com/5F010yu6Jq — T-Series (@TSeries) January 6, 2024

The shoot has commenced on January 6, and we hear that while it kicked started in Mumbai. It will also be extensively shot in other places like Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Readers would be aware that the prequel captivated audiences with its gripping narrative, and now, with the sequel underway, Raid 2 promises even more intensity with double the drama and suspense.

Produced by Bhushan Kumar, Kumar Mangat Pathak, Abhishek Pathak and Krishan Kumar under their banner T-Series and Panorama Studios, the film will release theatrically on November 15, 2024. Further details on the casting are still awaited.

Also Read: Ajay Devgn shares heartwarming family vacation moments; see pics

Rashmika Mandanna, who has been currently shooting in Hyderabad for her much-awaited film Pushpa 2, along with Allu Arjun will be taking some time off her busy schedule to make a quick trip to Mumbai. The reason? To celebrate the humongous success of her recent film Animal, co-starring Ranbir Kapoor, which featured her in the role of his wife Gitanjali in the Sandeep Reddy Vanga directorial.

A source close from the production confirmed the same adding that she has already taken permission for this break as she is keen on attending the bash and celebrating the success of one of the record-breaking films this year. The source revealed, “Rashmika, who has been shooting for a song for her upcoming film Pushpa 2 has taken special permissions from the producers of the film to make a quick trip to Mumbai amidst shoot, to be part of the success party of Animal. She will be flying to Mumbai on Saturday just in time for the party and returning to Hyderabad to resume shoot. Clearly the celebration would have been incomplete without her!”.

Speaking of the success bash, the entire team of the film will be seen hosting celebrations in Mumbai and it is undoubtedly anticipated to be a star-studded affair. And Rashmika's presence is expected to add an extra layer of excitement. Rashmika’s role as Gitanjali seems to have made space in the hearts of many and we hear that the actress will also play an integral role in the sequel to the Sandeep Reddy Vanga directorial, titled Animal Park.

Meanwhile, talking about Pushpa 2, the film will too see her reprise the character of Srivalli and it will also feature Fahadh Faasil in an integral role along with Allu Arjun as the lead. The film is scheduled for release on August 15 this year.

Also Read: Trade predicts that Pushpa 2 – The Rule and Singham Again can be the BIGGEST hits of 2024; also have high hopes from Fighter, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Welcome To The Jungle

Fighter, which is touted to be one of the biggest releases this year, is garnering eyeballs for the intense chemistry between Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone, who will be coming together for the first time on the big screen, later this month. Ahead of its release, as Deepika turned a year older on January 5, and Hrithik decided to pen a heartfelt wish for his co-star. He was joined by Anil Kapoor, who will also be essaying one of the lead roles in the upcoming Siddharth Anand directorial.

Hrithik Roshan took to Instagram to share a few glimpses of Deepika Padukone from their upcoming aerial actioner, and also penned a long birthday wish for her. He wrote, “Happy Birthday Deepika Padukone! You Truly exemplify the spirit of Fighter with the way you persevere through every challenge and setback on your way to victory. It has been an absolute pleasure working with you - wishing you health, happiness and peace for this year and all the years to come.” He concluded it by wishing her in true-blue ‘Patty’ style as he added, “Soar High, Sqaud Leader Minal Rathore.” For the unversed, Deepika plays the role of an Squadron Leader of the Indian Air Force by the same name in the upcoming entertainer. On the other hand, Hrithik will be essaying the role of Squadron Leader Shamsher Pathania.

Further, Anil Kapoor, who will be playing Group Captain Rakesh Jai Singh aka Rocky also took to the platform to share his birthday wish for Padukone as he wrote, “Many Many happy returns of the day. To more and more health and success to you!"

Apart from them, Fighter is also expected to star Akshay Oberoi and Karan Singh Grover in key roles and the two actors also wished the actress on her special day. Produced by Viacom18, Fighter is expected to hit the big screens on January 25.

Also Read: Deepika Padukone kicks off her birthday with behind-the-scenes of Fighter, watch

Actor Vikrant Massey is basking in the success of 12th Fail which was released in October 2023. Directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, it collected Rs. 54.18 crore at the box office. While it continues receiving critical and audience acclaim after its streaming release, Vikrant is getting appreciation from Kangana Ranaut.

Kangana took to her Instagram stories to share her thoughts on 12th Fail. She wrote, “What a terrific film.. Coming from a Hindi medium myself belonging to a rural village and being a general caste student for entry tests without reservations in my school years, I was weeping through out the film, ufff never cried so much in a flight, my co passengers were stealing concerned glances at me, I am embarrassed.” In the next story she wrote, “Vidhu sir has won my heart all over again. @vikrantmassey is beyond amazing!! In his coming years he might just fill the void Irfan Khan saab left behind… salutations to your talent dear one.”

12th Fail, based on a true story, draws from the struggles of the millions of students who attempt the UPSC entrance exam. But at the same time, it goes beyond that one exam and encourages people not to lose heart in the face of failure and to restart.

Reportedly, the film has been submitted for Oscars 2024 consideration as an independent nomination. ALSO READ: Rajkumar Hirani to venture into OTT space with Vikrant Massey-led series on Disney+ Hotstar

Bollywood actor Sidharth Malhotra is kicking off 2024 with Rohit Shetty’s first web series Indian Police Force. The actor also makes his streaming debut with this upcoming series. However, Sidharth Malhotra is already in talks for two projects with the production house Junglee Pictures. These projects are reportedly being directed by Meghna Gulzar and Drishyam’s Jeethu Joseph.

According to a report in Peeping Moon, a source revealed, “Sidharth and Junglee Pictures have been talking about collaborating for the past few months and are mainly discussing two movies — one directed by Meghna Gulzar and the other by Jeethu Joseph, acclaimed for his blockbuster Malayalam movie franchise, Drishyam. Sid, however, hasn’t signed them yet, as it’s still in the conversation stage. Depending on how the talks go, he might decide to do one of them or ultimately agree to both.”

Like always, Meghna Gulzar’s project is based on a true story. Meanwhile, Jeethu Joseph’s project is about a “valiant, sharp, and quick-witted law enforcement officer who embarks on a journey to fight for truth and bring justice in a high-stakes case at the international level.” Both projects are eyeing the 2024 production stage.

Meanwhile, Sidharth Malhotra has Yodha as his next theatrical release. It is set for an April 2024 release. Apart from this and his web series, he has reportedly signed Dinesh Vijan’s Spider alongside Janhvi Kapoor. The action thriller will be directed by Dasvi fame Tushar Jalota. It goes on floors in January 2024. ALSO READ: Power couple Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra become brand ambassadors of Quaker

In the latest episode of Koffee With Karan 8, sisters Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor made their appearance together. While this was Janhvi's third time on the show, The Archies debutante made her first appearance. Janhvi Kapoor talked about her rumoured boyfriend Shikhar Pahariya. She also said that she is over dating actors and there’s a reason for it.

"You also have a philosophy which we have spoken about that you don't really want to date actors because you think it is somewhere or the other turbulent," asked Karan Johar.

Janhvi said, “I am extremely vain. I think with this profession, you have to be obsessed with it all the time and it consumes you completely. I want someone to be obsessed with me. You need someone to be okay with you to let you have your moment. It needs to have a balance. But I find with actors is that they get very competitive and weird with each other. There's always tension when there's an actor and I can't deal with that emotion because I like to be undyingly devoted and I expect that devotion and I think when you're in the same profession it's difficult.”

During the Rat Race round, when Karan asked Janhvi to “name three people on your speed-dial list,” she responded, “Papa, Khushu (Khushi) and Shiku (as in Shikhar Pahariya).”

Koffee With Karan 8 is currently streaming on Disney+ Hotstar. ALSO READ: Koffee with Karan 8: Janhvi Kapoor on reconciling with rumoured boyfriend Shikhar Pahariya: “He was just there in a very selfless dignified way”

In the latest episode of Koffee With Karan 8, sisters Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor made their appearance together. While this was Janhvi's third time on the show, The Archies debutante made her first appearance. As they spoke about their lives and careers, they also recalled the time when they heard about their mother Sridevi's death.

Recalling the moment when she learnt about her mother's death, Janhvi said, “When I got the call, I was in my room and I could hear wailing from Khushi's room. I think I barged into her room, howling and crying but what I do remember is she looked at me and the minute she looked at me, she just stopped crying. She just sat next to me and started comforting me and I've never seen her cry about it since.”

Khushi Kapoor shared, “I felt like I had to hold it together for everyone because I feel like I've always been the strong one.”

In the same episode, Janhvi also spoke about how Khushi is more similar to Sridevi, “She is a very quiet person and I think that is one thing she has in common with Mumma. But in front of the camera, she just explodes,” she said.

Sridevi died in 2018 in Dubai, where she was attending Boney Kapoor's nephew Mohit Marwah’s wedding. It was announced that the cause of her death was accidental drowning. ALSO READ: Koffee With Karan 8 Promo: Janhvi Kapoor has rumoured boyfriend Shikhar Pahariya on her speed dial; Khushi Kapoor addresses Vedang Raina dating rumours

In the latest episode of Koffee With Karan 8, sisters Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor made their appearance together. While this was Janhvi's third time on the show, The Archies debutante made her first appearance. As they spoke about their lives and careers, they also recalled the time when they heard about their mother Sridevi's death.

Recalling the moment when she learnt about her mother's death, Janhvi said, “When I got the call, I was in my room and I could hear wailing from Khushi's room. I think I barged into her room, howling and crying but what I do remember is she looked at me and the minute she looked at me, she just stopped crying. She just sat next to me and started comforting me and I've never seen her cry about it since.”

Khushi Kapoor shared, “I felt like I had to hold it together for everyone because I feel like I've always been the strong one.”

In the same episode, Janhvi also spoke about how Khushi is more similar to Sridevi, “She is a very quiet person and I think that is one thing she has in common with Mumma. But in front of the camera, she just explodes,” she said.

Sridevi died in 2018 in Dubai, where she was attending Boney Kapoor's nephew Mohit Marwah’s wedding. It was announced that the cause of her death was accidental drowning. ALSO READ: Koffee With Karan 8 Promo: Janhvi Kapoor has rumoured boyfriend Shikhar Pahariya on her speed dial; Khushi Kapoor addresses Vedang Raina dating rumours

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan's daughter, Ira Khan, is poised to tie the knot today with her longtime partner, Nupur Shikhare. The couple, who got engaged last year, shared a delightful series of pre-wedding photos, radiating love and excitement. As the much-anticipated day unfolds, the duo's affectionate snapshots echo the anticipation and happiness surrounding their union.

Nupur Shikhare shared a set of fun pictures with his fiancée and wrote, "One more day of being your fiancé.” Ira Khan posted in the comments, “I love you so much” along with heart and hug emojis.

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Ira and Nupur began their wedding celebrations with a haldi ceremony on Tuesday in the presence of their families and friends. The evening unfolded with a mehendi ceremony.

Ira’s cousin Zayn Marie shared a photo of herself along with Nupur from the celebrations.

Following the celebrations, a pre-wedding party was hosted at Salman Khan’s residence in Mumbai. Aamir Khan, Junaid Khan, Kiran Rao, and Azad Rao Khan among other family members were in attendance at the party.

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Ira Khan is Aamir Khan's younger child with ex-wife Reena Dutta. On the work front, she made her directorial debut with Euripides' Medea, starring Hazel Keech in 2019. ALSO READ: Aamir Khan and Reena Duttas residences sparkle with lights in anticipation of Ira Khans wedding; watch

Filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya is all set to venture into digital streaming and will be making his OTT debut with Sony LIV’s upcoming family drama series, Badaa Naam Karenge. The streaming platform has announced its robust 2024 line-up and the filmmaker’s project is set for Diwali 2024 release.

The upcoming debut series, though casting details remain undisclosed, is set to grace screens during the festive season. While the makers are tight-lipped about the ensemble, the confirmed promise of a family drama series has heightened anticipation.

Meanwhile, Sooraj Barjatya will next helm a project starring Maine Pyar Kiya actor Salman Khan. Many reports suggested that it was supposed to be announced on his 58th birthday last month. However, it wasn’t announced. Speaking to the news outlet India Today last year, Sooraj said, “I am starting with Salman mid-next year because when I make a film, I become selfish. Today, at this stage of my life as a director, I have become selfish. I write the film myself and when I write myself, then I take my own time. With Salman especially, since we are doing something together after a long time, it has to be something special, especially after all these years. So yeah, I will start next year mid.” ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: “Sooraj Barjatya sir made us treat movie set as a temple,” reveals Dono actress Kanikka Kapur

Kicking off the New Year on a big note, designer Manish Malhotra has announced his third production Ul Jalool Ishq under his banner Stage5 Productions. The announcement was made on January 2, 2024. Starring Naseeruddin Shah, Vijay Varma, Fatima Sana Shaikh and Sharib Hashmi, the film will be directed by Vibhu Puri with Vishal Bhardwaj and Gulzar’s involvement in the project. The shooting for the film commences on January 9.

Manish took to his Instagram account on Tuesday to share a few photos of the cast and wrote, “Bewakoofiyan, Nadan galtiyan, badi bhool hai ishq; Sach Poochiye toh mere huzoor ul jalool hai ishq! I am so happy to announce Stage5 Production's third film production. A beautiful film, Ul Jalool Ishq, written and directed by Vibhu Puri, starts shooting on January 9 with this supremely talented cast: Naseeruddin Shah, Vijay Varma, Fatima Sana Shaikh, and Sharib Hashmi. It is an honour to work with Gulzar and Vishal Bhardwaj, produced by Dinesh Malhotra.”

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Last year, Manish Malhotra announced two of his productions. One is Bun Tikki which features veteran actors Zeenat Aman and Shabana Azmi, along with Abhay Deol. It is being directed by Faraz Arif Ansari. The second project is Train from Chhapraula, marking the directorial debut of Tisca Chopra. The film features Sharat Saxena and Radhika Apte in lead roles. ALSO READ: Karan Johar's Showtime web series with Naseeruddin Shah, Emraan Hashmi and Mouni Roy set to premiere in 2024, see first look

Bollywood star Deepika Padukone recently watched Hollywood actor Bradley Cooper's Maestro and has been mesmerised by the actor's performance. The film has gotten rave reviews last year and already has Oscar buzz.

Taking to her Instagram stories, the Fighter actress shared the video of a particular scene which impacted her and wrote, “Aah this scene! & probably one of the greatest performances I’ve experienced in recent years. #maestro #bradleycooper.”

Maestro premiered at the 80th Venice International Film Festival last year. It has been nominated for the Golden Lion Award and four Golden Globe Awards. The film was released on December 20 on Netflix. Directed by Bradley Cooper, the film is a story chronicling the lifelong relationship between Leonard Bernstein and Felicia Montealegre Cohn Bernstein. A love letter to life and art, Maestro at its core is an emotionally epic portrayal of family and love.

On the work front, Deepika Padukone will next star in Fighter directed by Siddharth Anand. The film stars Hrithik Roshan, and Anil Kapoor in the lead roles. It is set for Republic Day 2024 release. ALSO READ: Ahead of Fighter release, Siddharth Anand recalls waking up numb when Pathaan released; says Hrithik Roshan-Deepika Padukone starrer is more than just a film

Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn had taken a sentimental journey down memory lane, sharing heartwarming snapshots from the Devgn family's 2023 vacation. The actor offered a glimpse into the cherished moments he spent with his loved ones during the year-end holiday season.

The series of pictures began with a delightful family portrait, featuring Ajay Devgn alongside his daughter Nysa and son Yug. The trio radiated joy as they pose together, capturing a moment of togetherness. In the subsequent image, the focus shifted to the special bond between Ajay and Nysa, showcasing their beaming smiles. Adding an adventurous touch to the family album, Ajay is seen cycling with his nephews, Danish Devgn and Aaman Devgan, against the backdrop of the picturesque Maldives. In the accompanying caption, Ajay expresses the sentiment of revisiting these treasured moments. He wrote, “Digging through the gallery and found these gems.. Cheers to traditions, loved ones, and the warmth that always fills our hearts during the holidays!! Wishing you all the same magic this new year.”

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The actor's fans and well-wishers welcomed this intimate glimpse into his personal life, showering the post with warmth and wishes for the upcoming year.

Ajay Devgn's ability to effortlessly balance his illustrious career with cherished family moments continues to endear him to audiences. Ajay Devgn's post serves as a delightful moment for fans, offering a glimpse into the actor's off-screen charisma and his cherished relationship with his family. He will be soon seen in Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha and Singham Again. He also has Maidaan in his pipeline.

Also Read: Ajay Devgn credits daughter Nysa for his sun-kissed “SPF-ready” look; see post

Actress Ankita Lokhande, a contestant on Bigg Boss 17, has touched a chord with viewers once again as she openly discussed her emotional journey following the passing of Sushant Singh Rajput. In a recent episode, she shared a poignant recollection of his death with fellow contestant Munawar Faruqui, leaving many viewers moved by her vulnerability. 

Lokhande spoke candidly about the immediate aftermath of his demise in June 2020. Describing a particularly impactful image she received, she revealed, "When I saw him, I felt everything was over. There was this one picture of him which was very bad... It looked like he was sleeping. I just kept looking at that picture and thought there was so much in his brain."

Expressing her anguish at the loss of Rajput's potential, she added, "I knew him very well. He must have had so much in his brain but all was vanished. You are nothing, you're just a body then." While remaining discreet about the specifics surrounding Rajput's death, Lokhande acknowledged his struggle, stating, "Tut gaya voh kisi chiz se. Nahi hona chahiye tha (He was broken because of something. This shouldn't have happened)."

The conversation also touched on the online harassment Lokhande faced in the wake of Rajput's death. "But maine na bohot logo ko uss time pe block kiya. Kyuki mujhe itna ganda bola jaata tha, mei nahi le sakti thi. Maine block kar diya. (But I blocked many people that time because there were bad things told to me which I couldn't take it)," she confided.

For the unversed, Lokhande rose to fame alongside Rajput in the popular television series Pavitra Rishta. The duo fell in love on the sets of the ZEE TV show. However, they ended their relationship after seven years of dating. Now, Ankita is married to Vicky Jain, who is also participating in the Salman Khan-hosted show. 

Also Read: Bigg Boss 17: Ankita Lokhande recalls crying after watching Sushant Singh Rajput’s intimate scenes in Shuddh Desi Romance; says, “Whenever we got intimate…”

Bollywood's renowned filmmaker, Karan Johar, has thrown his weight behind the controversial yet successful film, Animal, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. In a bold statement at the Mega Pan India Roundtable 2023, Johar declared the Ranbir Kapoor starrer the "best film of the year" and a "game-changer" for Indian cinema.

Johar, seated right next to Vanga during the roundtable, elaborated on his admiration for the film's unconventional narrative. Animal is a stark contrast to Johar's own recent romantic comedy, Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. He said, “People have come up to me after I spoke about how much I loved Animal, and said, 'You have made Rocky Aur Rani,' That's the vaccination for a film like Animal. It's the opposite extreme. I said that I cannot disagree with you more, because Animal to me is the best film of the year.”

“It took me a while to reach to this statement and a lot of courage because when you are around people, you fear judgement. Like during the time of Kabir Singh, which I also loved... I was like I am going to say this and I am going to get dirty looks from certain people but I don't care anymore,” KJo added further. 

Explaining his take, the 51-year-old producer-director said, “I loved Animal for its front-footed, absolutely conviction-based narrative storytelling, breaking grammar, breaking myths, breaking everything that you think conforms to mainstream cinema. Suddenly you have an interval block where the hero is getting bashed up and everyone's singing a song... I am like, 'Where have you seen a sequence like this?' It's genius.”

Speaking of the climax, Karan asserted, “The end, where the two men are going for each other and they play that song... I had tears in my eyes, but there was only blood. So I was like something is wrong with me or something is wrong with him, but something put together is very right about this film.

Heaping praises on Vanga, Karan said, “This is not an average thinking mind. This is the mind of someone who is so distinct, so individualistic that I was blown away. I saw the film twice, first as an audience member and second to study it. I think the success and acceptance of Animal is game-changing. The conviction is something that I want to have.” 

Animal, starring Ranbir Kapoor in a dark and intense role, has already crossed the Rs 500 crore mark at the domestic box office. Despite its controversial themes, the film has garnered critical acclaim for its raw portrayal of human emotions and its captivating storytelling.

Also Read: Makers of Ranbir Kapoor starrer Animal to celebrate the incredible success of the film on January 6

Filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal has not only attained success at the box office but it has also become one of the highest grossing Bollywood movies ever. Starring Ranbir Kapoor in the lead role, the movie has achieved this despite being 3 hours 23 minutes long and, more importantly, getting an Adults only certificate from the CBFC (Central Board of Film Certification). Released exactly a month ago on December 1, the movie also stars Anil Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Bobby Deol and Tripti Dimri.

When a film attains such a stupendous success, it is obvious for the makers to celebrate. Hence, as per information received by Bollywood Hungama, the team of Animal will be throwing a success bash in Mumbai on Saturday January 6. We have also come to know that the party is going to be a grand one at the posh Jio World Convention Centre at BKC (Bandra Kurla Complex).

As expected, along with the cast and team Animal, some big names from the film world are expected to attend the celebration.

Animal is a story about a son, played by Ranbir, and his deep love for his father (Anil Kapoor). The film is produced under the banners of T-Series, Cine1 Studios and Bhadrakali Pictures.

Also Read: #2023Recap: A to Z of Bollywood in 2023: A for Animal, F for Five Hundred Crores, L for Lipstick, O for Organic, S for Shah Rukh Khan and more…

Koffee With Karan season 8 is kicking of the year 2024 with sisters Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor in its forthcoming episodes. While this will be Janhvi’s third appearance on the show, The Archies debutante Khushi Kapoor will be making her debut on the celebrity talk show. And the promo for the upcoming episode is out.

In the promo, Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor talk about being confident about their episode. Karan asks Khushi about the conjecture of her dating The Archies actor Vedang Raina. To which, Khushi responds, “You know the scene in Om Shanti Om where the people are saying, ‘Om and I are just good friends!’” leaving both Karan and Janhvi in laughter.

Karan then talks about Janhvi Kapoor's mimicing skills where the actress shows how her uncle Anil Kapoor behaves. In a fun segment, Karan asks Khushi about the boys she has dated. To which she responds, “I have only dated three and we are sticking to that” as she points finger at her younger sister.

When asked about the three people on her speed dial list, she mentions her father Boney Kapoor, sister Khushi Kapoor and her alleged boyfriend Shikhar Pahariya.

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Koffee With Karan 8 airs on Disney+ Hotstar on Thursday midnight.

Also Read: Koffee With Karan 8: Saif Ali Khan opens up about losing Bekhudi starring Kajol; says, “Rahul Rawail chucked me out of the movie”

Filmmaker Ali Abbas Zafar’s Bade Miyan Chote Miyan is one of the most keenly awaited films of 2024, more so for its fresh casting of Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff. To kick off the year on a lively note, both the actors and the film's makers turned to social media, offering a celebratory toast to the upcoming film.

Akshay and Tiger, in a joint post, shared their first look from the film where the two actors are seen enjoying a ride on the beach. The post is captioned, “Aapka naya saal Bada bane, chhoti chhoti khushiyon se. Happy New Year, from #BadeMiyanChoteMiyan. Don’t forget to block #Eid2024 to meet us in theatres. Let’s rock 2024!” The title song of the film is played in the background.

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Sharing a glimpse from the film, they set the stage for a year that promises not just festivities but also an adrenaline-packed cinematic experience. The synergy between these two actors has undoubtedly become the focal point of discussions, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the unfolding of Bade Miyan Chote Miyan on the silver screen.

The film also stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, adding another layer of intensity to this rollercoaster ride of emotions. From jaw-dropping stunts to a storyline that'll keep you hooked, this film is a promise of entertainment that spans across all ages.

Vashu Bhagnani and Pooja Entertainment present Bade Miyan Chote Miyan in association with AAZ films. The film is written and directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, and produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh, Jackky Bhagnani, Himanshu Kishan Mehra, Ali Abbas Zafar.

Bade Miyan Chote Miyan is all set to release on Eid 2024 in April.

Also Read: Akshay Kumar warns against fitness shortcuts in PM Modi’s Mann Ki Baat, encourages healthy living: “Don’t live a filter life, live a fitter life”

Karan Johar has been successful in taking his home production house Dharma Productions to newer heights ever since he had to take on the responsibility following his father and well-known producer Yash Johar’s death in 2004. The filmmaker has now given a major credit for Dharma’s success to their banner’s CEO (Chief Executive Officer) Apoorva Mehta in an emotional post on Instagram.

By sharing his picture with Apoorva, Karan said that he came to his rescue to serve the banner despite being settled in the UK with his family. “When my father passed away in 2004… he left a void that perhaps can never be filled … on an emotional impulse I called my best friend @apoorva1972 who was based in the UK and very settled with his wife Bijal… I said “I need you … I have no family to help me build my father’s dream … Dharma productions” without even a pause he said “I will be there” and just like that overnight Bijal and him changed their settled life to walk into an unknown territory and as we enter 2024 I want to take this moment to express my deepest love and gratitude to both of them for being emotional and professional pillars to me in my most trying and challenging times!”

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Adding how proud Yash Johar would have been, Karan ended the note saying, “Thank you Aps! My father would have been so proud of us … just knowing that we could keep it together and do our best to build his dream….love you and thank you! Happy new year to us and the entire @dharmamovies @dharma2pointo @dharmaticent @dcatalent families! You are all the reason we stand firmly on our feet.”

Dharma Productions’ last venture was Karan’s directorial Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, which released last year and became a success. It had an ensemble cast of Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan and Shabana Azmi.

Also Read: Varun Dhawan’s Dulhania 3 to go on floors in 2024; Karan Johar likely to launch a fresh face opposite Varun

Rajkumar Hirani returned to the direction scene with Shah Rukh Khan starrer Dunki. The filmmaker recently talked about the film in detail, and why he cast Vicky Kaushal in a special role.  

In a recent conversation with NDTV, Rajkumar Hirani said, “As we were chatting, the topic of casting came up. When he asked about the ideal boy for the role of Sukhi, I mentioned, ‘A boy like Vicky would be perfect’. However, I made it clear that I wouldn’t offer him the role because it’s a small role. Now he’s doing lead roles, so I wouldn’t offer it to him. Sham (Vicky’s father and action director Sham Kaushal) didn’t say anything.”

“That night, I got a call from Vicky, and he said, ‘How could you tell dad that you can’t offer the role to me?’ He met me the very next day, and it was kind of him to take on that role. It also showed what a good actor can do with a role like that, and Vicky made the biggest difference to the film,” he added.

Befor Dunki, Vicky Kaushal was a part of Sanju starring Ranbir Kapoor. 

Meanwhile, Dunki has collected Rs. 156.27 crores so far.  ALSO READ: Rajkumar Hirani breaks silence on Munna Bhai 3: “I have 5 half-written scripts”

A strong crowd of more than 2000 people had a great time attending the show 'Main Koi Aisa Geet Gaoon'. Presented by Saregama, it featured Javed Akhtar narrating never-before-heard stories behind some of the classic songs he wrote. This was followed by Meiyang Chang and Jahnvi Shrimankar singing those songs. At the very beginning of the show, the legendary songwriter brought the house as he revealed the funny episode of writing the evergreen song 'Tumko Dekha Toh Yeh Khayal Aaya' from Saath Saath (1982).

Javed Akhtar started writing lyrics after Yash Chopra coaxed him to do so for his film Silsila (1981). He said, “A film takes a lot of time to be made. When it releases after 1 ½ years, tab log bolte hai ‘Bahut acche dialogue likhe hai aapne’. Matlab dedh saal lag jaata hai taarif sunne mein! With song lyrics, you write the song, it’ll be recorded in 2 days and the same evening, you’ll get to hear praises! Hence, I started to enjoy writing lyrics. Yeh aasaan bhi hai aur isme taareef zyada hai!”

He then said how he came on board for Saath Saath saying, “Yash Chopra’s fourth assistant, Raman Kumar, a very talented man, approached me. He told me that he is making a small film and doesn’t have a huge budget. He told me ‘Main aapse free mein likhwana chahta hoon’!”

Javed Akhtar, in his trademark style, quipped, “Now, there could be two reasons why I wrote the songs for free. One is that I am kind-hearted and I felt that gareeb ki madat karna mera kartavya hai. The other reason could be that I was enjoying songwriting. Which reason you feel is correct, uspe aap tick mark kar dijiye!”

He continued, “You might be a very good person but when you do work for free, you take time! Those days, I used to drink extensively, that too every night. I had to deliver just one song. Raman used to come home every night and tell me, ‘Sir, woh ek gaana reh gaya tha’. I would reply, ‘Haan, bilkul’. Because of me, his liver also got affected!”

Javed Akhtar added, “Every night, I would tell him, ‘Kal tumhara gaana likhte hai’. The scenario would repeat every night. He had to catch a train. Hence, he used to check his watch (to ensure he doesn’t miss the last local train).”

The Padma Bhushan awardee continued to raise laughs as he stated, “One night, he told me, ‘Aaj toh der ho gayi. Kal pakka likh dena aap’. I was 8-9 pegs down and aise mein, confidence bada aa jaata hai! I told him ‘Abhi kar dete hai’. I asked him for pen and paper. He was checking his watch, to catch the train. Hence, I know how much time I took to write the song.”

Javed Akhtar amazed the crowd as he revealed, “Yeh gaana sirf 9 minute mein likha tha. That song ('Tumko Dekha Toh Yeh Khayal Aaya') became a hit and continues to be popular even today.” As expected, the audience couldn’t stop clapping.

Saath Saath starred Farooq Shaikh and Deepti Naval. Incidentally, it was edited by none other than David Dhawan.

Also Read: REVEALED: Javed Akhtar was paid a whopping Rs. 25 lakhs to write Dunki’s song ‘Nikle The Kabhi Hum Ghar Se’; is the HIGHEST fee charged by any lyricist ever

Kareena Kapoor Khan forayed into digital space earlier this year with Jaane Jaan, helmed by Sujoy Ghosh. While she had a great year in terms of her work, she is ending the year with a Forbes India cover. In the conversation, the actress heaped praises on Rani Mukerji and Tabu and the kind of work they are doing!

Praising Rani Mukerji, Kareena called her one of the most talented actresses in the Indian film industry. She said, “Rani is absolutely cinematic in every which way. Whatever role she plays, she just transforms on the screen. You cannot take your eyes off her.”

She further added that Tabu is one of the finest actors the industry has ever seen. “For them, no one thinks of age. They're entertaining the audience. We're here to entertain. How does age matter?” asked Kareena.

She added, “All these actors are doing better than even, sorry, but even the younger lot. We're all raring to go. Age is just a number now and it shouldn’t even be discussed. Y’all are not asking these things to the older crop of actors so why are we (women) being asked?”

On the work front, Kareena Kapoor Khan will next star in The Buckingham Murders. The film is directed by Hansal Mehta. ALSO READ: Kareena Kapoor Khan gives a peek into the holiday diaries with Natasha Poonawalla; see pics

In 2003, filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani released his iconic comedy film Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. Starring Sanjay Dutt and Arshad Warsi, the characters of Munna and Circuit became iconic. This was followed by the 2006 sequel Lage Raho Munna Bhai which also featured Vidya Balan. However, there has been no update on Munna Bhai 3, which fans eagerly are waiting for.

In a recent conversation with ANI, Rajkumar Hirani said, “Munna Bhai ke sath humesha mera struggle yehi raha hai ki pichli do films itni achi ban gayi hai ki mere paas 5 aadhi likhi scripts abhi tak padi huyi hai (The struggle with this film is that the first two films were so well made and I have five half-written scripts. I feel that if I don’t reach the level of those two films, I won’t be able to make the third one. I have one story that can be made but some stories get outdated so only time will tell.)”

“Meri aksar baat hoti rehti hai Sanju (Sanjay Dutt) se. Woh kehta hai ki ek banani chahiye. Abhi yeh Dunki khatam huyi hai toh ab main kholunga pitara purani kahaniyon ka. Mann toh hai ki ek Munna Bhai aur banani hai par kab woh mujhe abhi nahin pata (Sanju and I often discuss about Munna Bhai 3. He also tells me to make it. Dunki just finished…now I will go through the collection of the old stories that I have. I really want to make Munna Bhai 3 but I don’t know when),” he continued.

Meanwhile, Rajkumar Hirani released Dunki on December 21 starring Shah Rukh Khan, Vicky Kaushal, Taapsee Pannu, and Boman Irani among others. ALSO READ: Real life Dunki in France makes Shah Rukh Khan and Rajkumar Hirani film even more topical

Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan is currently revelling in the winter wonderland of Switzerland, and her Instagram stories provide a delightful peek into her picturesque holiday in the snow-clad Alps. The actress shared a series of captivating shots that radiate the magic of the snowy landscapes.

In the first snapshot, Kareena is seen gazing out of a window, capturing the ethereal beauty of the surroundings. She accompanied the image with a poetic caption, “Chasing the light, 4 days to 2024.” The second image offered a panoramic view of the snowy expanse, with Kareena urging her followers to "find your light." In the third picture, Kareena Kapoor shared a heartwarming moment with her friend Natasha Poonawalla. The duo struck a pose, showcasing their camaraderie amid the snowy backdrop. The actress playfully captioned the image, "This is how we keep warm in the snow," capturing the essence of their joyful bond against the wintry backdrop.

The actress, who recently celebrated Christmas in London with her family, including husband Saif Ali Khan and their two kids, Jeh and Taimur, has been actively documenting her holiday experiences on social media. Earlier, she treated fans to stunning images of Saif and their elder son, Taimur, from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, creating memories during their London festivities.

Kareena Kapoor Khan's winter holiday escapades have become a much-anticipated annual tradition, offering fans a glimpse into the star's family life and travel adventures. The breathtaking landscapes of the loation provide a perfect backdrop for the Kapoor-Khan family's holiday retreat, promising a visual treat for Kareena's followers.

Also Read: Kareena Kapoor Khan jets off to Switzerland for a picturesque holiday in the alps with baby Jeh and family

While earlier this week, Anil Kapoor received some of the most emotional and heartfelt messages on social media from his fraternity friends and family members, Anand Ahuja was among the few who missed out on the same. However, the doting son-in-law dedicated a beautiful ‘belated birthday wish’ to his father-in-law on this special occasion and it also received much love from Anand’s wife and Anil’s daughter Sonam Kapoor Ahuja.

Taking to social media, Anand Ahuja posted a photo of a lovely father-daughter moment as Anil Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor Ahuja were seen taking in the picturesque view of colourful trees overlooking a lake. Along with a scenic picture, he also penned a lovely birthday wish for his father-in-law saying ““The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” #Tagore”. He added, “A late birthday post for @anilskapoor (& always timely appreciation post for @sonamkapoor & @anilskapoor ) I saw the prep for #Fighter and while hardwork & results often correlate, the fact is that success is largely out of our control. Our only focus remains on the work and the age old certainty that the reward for hardwork is more hardwork… Always Happy @anilskapoor,” and he concluded it with a folding hands emoji.

In the same post, he also expressed his love for Sonam Kapoor as he mentioned, “(Love you lots @sonamkapoor (kiss emoji))”. Reacting to the post, Sonam dropped a comment saying, “Love you both the most..”

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Speaking about his work commitments, Anil Kapoor is gearing up for the first release of 2024, Fighter, which will see him play the role of a Air Force Captain alongside Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone. It is slated for release on January 25.

Also Read: Ranbir Kapoor is all praises for Animal co-star Anil Kapoor; says, “His energy and enthusiasm on set are infectious”

Prithviraj Sukumaran rocked the show with his performance of Varda in Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire. His bonding with Prabhas was one of the strengths of the film and the dashing, talented actor spoke about the film’s success and a lot more in an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama.

How has been the feedback for Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire? You must be flooded with messages and DMs! (Smiles). I am. I am elated with how Salaar has been received. It’s heartening that the film has resonated equally well with people all over the country. That’s what our intention was. Full credit goes to Hombale Films, Prashanth Neel, Prabhas and the whole team. I have had the privilege of enjoying lots of successes and failures in cinema. But this feels special because I am getting calls and messages from people from different industries. Each one of them spoke to me as if they had seen a film from their own industry!

Salaar must have been your biggest release in terms of reach… Indeed. It was also the biggest release in terms of scale and as you said, how widely it was distributed and the magnitude of the release. It’s a dream for any artist for their work to be showcased and celebrated in such a fashion. I hope this is the beginning of a lot of new good things to come.

How are the team of Hombale Films, Prashanth Neel Prabhas reacting? Are they happy with the feedback? Oh yes. I have worked very closely with Hombale Films. I am also directing a film for them. And yes, Prabhas and others are very happy with the reaction. Prashanth is the kind of guy who is unaware of what the film has done! Even during KGF, he pretty much behaved the same way. But I am sure he’s also very happy. To see all our hard work and efforts bore fruit is truly gratifying.

Did you get a chance to see Salaar in theatres? I am in Kerala right now. It’s not easy for me to go and watch the film in theatres here.

I request you to come to Mumbai and experience the madness in Gaiety-Galaxy. Maybe, you can do so for Salaar’s sequel… I agree. Salaar is a film that you have to watch with a big crowd. I’d love to do that. Going by how things are and assuming that Salaar is going to run with packed houses for a few weeks more, I am hoping I get a chance to see the film in a sold-out show.

Your character Varda doesn’t do any action for most part of the film, leaving many to assume that he’ll not beat up baddies. But in the climax, he goes all out. Was it intentional to keep the best for the last? Prashanth had this deliberate design in mind to keep giving hints about how deep the bond between Varda and Deva is. So finally when they join hands, you know how deadly a force they can be collectively. Let’s just say that the climax portion of Salaar is just a hint of what is going to come in part 2.

At times, scenes are written well on paper but they don’t translate the same way on celluloid. But the ‘Yaa Yaa’ scene went to another level on celluloid. Also, the way you kept your eyes shut added to the effect… When Prashanth narrates the film to you, he also tells you his vision. Prashanth had a clear vision for that fight sequence. Like I am closing my eyes while everyone else opens when Deva walks ahead. It’s like, ‘Everyone else will want to see what is going to happen. You (Varda) are the only ones who knows what is going to happen and is thinking, I don’t want to see it’. He got this aspect so well in his writing and execution. Plus, he’s also a spectacular technician. He has this amazing sense of style which he neatly incorporates into the drama. Prashanth’s imagination is boundless.

On a lighter note, it is often joked that Prashanth Neel doesn’t like lights as the visual tone of the film is quite dark. Your thoughts? (Laughs) Som Prashant doesn’t like too many colours and prefers monochrome, high contrast and shadows. I understand that a lot of people are saying that ‘Salaar looks a lot similar to KGF’ in terms of styling and cinematography. But I know for a fact that Prashanth always wanted a particular look in Salaar. And Salaar was written before KGF. He preferred the black dust and the texture on the clothes to create a world where probably the most colourful thing is the blood! He always had that in his mind. Nevertheless, the styling, the colour tone, the cinematography, the contrast ratio and the play between shadow and light contribute a lot to what the visuals of Khansaar make you feel. The styling is very much part of the writing. Hats off to Prashanth for imagining how the world would look like. It’s entirely fictional and created in his mind. It’s akin to J R R Tolkien creating the whole world of The Lord Of The Rings. He imagined what the place would be, what the politics of the place would be, how that place is ruled, the hierarchy, dynamics between players etc. A whole lot of effort has gone into conceiving the world. Part of that effort is also the style and the feel; like how do you feel when you look at the screen and see Khansaar? Prashanth, more than anyone else, would have known that comparisons are bound to happen. He still chose to go with this styling for Salaar.

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Which was the most difficult scene for you? The entire climax action sequence was challenging. We were shooting in December when Hyderabad can get quite cold during the night. You have to wear a woollen jacket. And Prabhas and I were drenched in blood. The fake blood, which we use in films, feels very cold. At 1 or 2 am, Prabhas and I would sit in front of the fire. And it was not just for one night. The shoot took place for many nights. Now that you have seen the film, you know that the people whom we fight against have to behave in a particular way for some reason. They couldn’t be very exact with their movements. They had to act like they were completely out of control. That made it quite challenging.

Did you get the chance to see Dunki? I have neither watched Dunki nor Salaar! I have been shooting continuously. I am really looking forward to watching both movies. I am a big fan of Rajkumar Hirani and Shah Rukh Khan sir. I am very happy that both the films are doing well.

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Prithviraj Sukumaran reveals Prabhas checked on him everyday on the sets of Salaar: “He would ask, ‘Shall I send some food? Are you okay?’”

After a whirlwind wedding in 1991 with Amrita Singh right at the start of his career, Saif Ali Khan gained much prominence in the industry. The young lad had wooed hearts with is love for the actress and soon they became parents to two kids, Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Khan. But after about twelve years, the couple decided to go their separate ways and it wasn’t an easy time for the Pataudis, confessed Sharmila Tagore to Karan Johar on the chat show Koffee With Karan 8.

The recent episode of the Karan Johar hosted show featured Sharmila Tagore and Saif Ali Khan debuting on the couch where they discussed their personal and professional life, during which the mother-son duo opened up about Khan’s divorce. Saif revealed that his mother was the first one he spoke to when he was considering this separation. “With the separation, I just like to say, that the first person I spoke to before the separation was my mother. She took a deep breath, there was a pause on the phone, and said, ‘I am with you if that’s what you want’ and that helped a lot,” said Saif.

Sharmila Tagore went on to speak about how the entire divorce and separation affected her and her cricketer-husband Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi aka Tiger. “When you are together for such a long time and you have such lovely children, then no break up is easy. Then it is not a harmonious… I know it is difficult to have harmony at that stage, everybody is hurt… so that stage was not nice but I tried. But that’s water under the bridge, she needed time to cool down and they worked it out together.”

She added, “It’s not just staying away, there are so many other things that are involved. It wasn’t a happy time for us because Ibrahim was just three and we were very fond of the children. Especially, Tiger was really fond of Ibrahim and he would say, ‘That’s a good lad.’ He didn’t get that time with him. So we felt doubly deprived to lose Amrita and lose the two kids. So it’s just not him but we also had to adjust to all that,”

Currently, Saif Ali Khan not only spends time with Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Ali Khan, but the duo are also share a great rapport with Saif’s second wife Kareena Kapoor Khan and their kids, Taimur Ali Khan and Jeh.

Also Read: Koffee With Karan 8: Karan Johar expresses regrets over missing out on working with Sharmila Tagore in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani; actress says, “After my cancer, they didn’t want me to take that risk”

Vicky Kaushal, who ended the year with some of the most impressive reviews which he garnered for his performance in Sam Bahadur and for his extended cameo in Dunki, was seen celebrating Christmas with Katrina Kaif. Adding a late post on social media, the actor dedicated a romantic message to his wifey and was also seen partying with his childhood friends as well as close ones from the fraternity. Vicky gave his followers a sneak peek into how he rang his New Year by sharing glimpses of these on the platform.

Vicky Kaushal took to Instagram to share a sweet message for his wife Katrina Kaif. Rejoicing in the Christmas spirit, while Vicky was seen sporting a Santa hat, Kat was seen flaunting her Santa hat headband. The photo also featured a glimpse of their massive beautifully adorned Christmas tree and the Sam Bahadur actor captioned the post saying, “Christmas is when you are here. <3” He concluded it with a Christmas tree emoji. Fans of VicKat couldn’t help but gush over their love as many dropped heart emojis on the post. “She is lucky enough to have found you. You the best my man!” added one of them whereas another one said, “What a picture guys!” Yet another user commented, “You guys are the bestest ever!!!”.

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Apart from this post, Vicky Kaushal also shared two Instagram stories which seems to have received a lot of love. In one of them the actor was seen reuniting with Childhood friends and shared a photo with the squad as he captioned it saying, “Chhadi Buddies”. In yet another story, he was seen having a fun session with brother Sunny Kaushal and co-star Angad Bedi where the trio were seen doing bhangra on Christmas songs.

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On the work front, Vicky Kaushal currently has Mere Mehboob Mere Sanam with Triptii Dimri which is slated to release in 2024 as well as Chaava which is expected to feature Rashmika Mandanna as the leading lady.

Also Read: Katrina Kaif credits Vicky Kaushal for being calm and composed: “He listens to my rant with so much acceptance that the burden is off my chest”

Known for hosting some of the most celebrated personalities of the film industry, Koffee With Karan 8 aims at giving you a deeper insight into the personal lives of these artists. In the recent episode of the show, the producer-host Karan Johar hosted a very special duo, Sharmila Tagore and Saif Ali Khan from the royal Pataudi Khandaan wherein they discussed about their journey in  the professional and personal world. During the same, the filmmaker expressed his deep regret as he missed out on an opportunity to work with Sharmila Tagore in his directorial Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani.

For the unversed, Sharmila Tagore was approached first for the role essayed by Shabana Azmi in the romantic drama. Speaking about the same, Karan Johar said on the show, "I had offered Sharmila ji the part played by Shabana Azmi in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. She was my very first choice. Due to health reasons at that time, she couldn't say yes but it is a regret I have." Responding to the same, Sharmila revealed that her family and loved ones had asked her to not do it due to the pandemic as they were concerned on how the same will impact her health since Tagore is a cancer survivor. "This is at the height of Covid. They hadn't really grappled with Covid at that time. They didn't know the vaccine... We were not vaccinated. You know, after my cancer. So, they didn't want me to take that risk," replied the yesteryear diva.

Readers may be aware that Shabana Azmi essayed the role of Rani aka Alia Bhatt’s grandmother in the film, who falls in love with the sweet Kanwal Lund Randhawa played by Dharmendra. The film also stars Ranveer Singh along with an ensemble cast and received a lot of love at the box office.

Also Read: Koffee With Karan 8: Sharmila Tagore reveals how ‘interested’ Saif Ali Khan was in education; actor defends himself

Salman Khan rang in his 58th birthday in Mumbai with a special bash at midnight on December 27 at his sister Arpita Khan Sharma's residence. The celebration held added significance as it coincided with the birthday of Arpita’s daughter, Ayat. The joint celebrations saw the presence of several celebrities including actor Bobby Deol, who always speaks highly of Khan after his career renaissance.

Bobby Deol took to his Instagram account to share two photos from the birthday celebrations. In the first picture, he is seen planting a kiss on his Race 3 co-star's cheek. The actors posed for two selfies together. Bobby Deol, who dearly calls Salman ‘mamu’, captioned the post, “Mamu, I love you!” Sunny Deol commented on the post with red heart emojis.

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Bobby Deol made a comeback in the industry with Salman Khan starrer Race 3. He often credits Khan for pushing him to work on his physique which helped him gain confidence and marked his return to mainstream cinema.

On the work front, Bobby Deol was most recently seen in Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal starring alongside Ranbir Kapoor. On the other hand, Salman Khan was last seen in Tiger 3. He has a new project with Dharma Productions and Shershaah director Vishnu Vardhan. ALSO READ: Arbaaz Khan shares inside photos from nikaah ceremony with Sshura Khan featuring Salman Khan, son Arhaan & family

In the exciting world of Bollywood, Aparshakti Khurana has truly stood out in 2023, achieving remarkable success. His song 'Kudiye Ni' went viral, and his outstanding performance as an actor earned him praise and awards, in India and internationally as well. This year has been incredibly fruitful and rewarding for the talented artist.

Aparshakti's award-winning performance in Amazon Prime's Jubilee earned critical acclaim and resonated with audiences, solidifying his status as a versatile actor. His portrayal of Madan Kumar in Jubilee received widespread praise.

In the international arena, his film Berlin, directed by Atul Saberwal, made waves at prestigious festivals. The film made its world premiere at the Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles in October 2023 and was also showcased at the 67th BFI London Film Festival and the Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival 2023. It earned acclaim for its intriguing plot and excellent performances. Apart from Aparshakti, Berlin also stars Rahul Bose, Kabir Bedi and Ishwak Singh in pivotal roles.

As Aparshakti Khurana continues to carve his niche in the industry, 2023 stands a testament to his super-successful year, defined by musical prowess, acclaimed performances, and international acclaim. With each project, he reinforces his position as a multifaceted artist with an enduring impact on the entertainment landscape. Looking forward to 2024, Aparshakti will be seen as the quirky Bittu, as he reprises his beloved character in Stree 2, while waiting for the release of Berlin. He also has a documentary Finding Ram by Applause Entertainment in the pipeline.

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Arshad Warsi calls Animal male version of Kill Bill, Aparshakti Khurana confesses Ranbir Kapoor starrer made him “forget the moral compass”; Manoj Bajpayee says, “If films could change society then by now we would have been living in heaven”

Actor Ajay Devgn will be back on the sets of Singham Again, helmed by Rohit Shetty, from January 2024 onwards. The film went on floors a few months ago. Led by Ajay, he will resume the new schedule in Hyderabad in the third week of January 2024. The actor was recovering from an injury and had taken a break from the shoot. The upcoming schedule will go on for over a month.

As per a report in Pinkvilla, a source said, “On the day Ajay Devgn was hit on his eyes, he went to the doctor and quickly returned to the set to finish his work for the day as he believes in the philosophy of ‘Show Must Go On. Post that, Rohit continued to shoot for the film as planned with other artists and the crew at Golden Tobacco in Andheri. He recently called it a wrap on the Mumbai schedule and is now gearing up for the next marathon schedule of Singham Again at Ramoji Film City.”

“All the members forming part of the principal cast will be joining the next schedule at some point of time, and Ajay Devgn will be constantly shooting for the film over a period of next 30 days,” the source added.

Singham Again stars Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone, Tiger Shroff and Arjun Kapoor. It also has special appearances of Akshay Kumar and Ranveer Singh. The makers plan to release the movie during the Independence Day 2024 weekend. ALSO READ: Koffee With Karan 8: Rohit Shetty reveals that the younger generation of actors are ‘insecure’; Ajay Devgn says, “They don’t have the security to do solo films”

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, starring Ananya Panday, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Adarsh Gourav in lead roles, was released on December 26 on Netflix. The film explores the complexities of love and friendship in the digital age.

To celebrate the release day, Siddhant Chaturvedi posted a video on his Instagram where Ananya Panday and Adarsh Gourav danced to the beats of ‘Salaam-e-Ishq'. Enjoying the release day to the fullest, the caption read, “A rollercoaster of emotions #KhoGayeHumKahan.”

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Directed by newcomer Arjun Varain Singh, who also co-wrote it with Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti, the film chronicles the lives of three twenty-something friends, Imaad (Siddhant Chaturvedi), Ahana (Ananya Panday) and Neil (Adarsh Gourav), as they explore the digital world and support one another in their search for authenticity amidst their virtual lives. Produced by Excel Entertainment’s Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar and Tiger Baby’s Reema Kagti and Zoya Akhtar, the film invites viewers to explore the complexities of online existence as a young adult.

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan is streaming on Netflix! ALSO READ: Aditya Roy Kapur reviews girlfriend Ananya Panday’s Kho Gaye Hum Kahan; Ishaan Khatter calls it ‘full of heart’

Excel Entertainment is all set to drench the audience in the fervour of new-age friendship stuck in the digital age with Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, starring Ananya Panday, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Adarsh Gourav in lead roles. The film will be out today and a special screening was hosted last week, attended by Ananya Panday’s boyfriend Aditya Roy Kapur and alleged ex Ishaan Khatter.

Netflix on Monday unveiled the video of the reactions of the stars who attended the special screening. Aditya said, “I loved, loved, loved the film. I highly recommend it. Everyone's character was so well etched out and everyone did their job so well. Love. Love. Do watch.”

Ananya Panday's former alleged boyfriend, Ishaan Khatter, was also in attendance and said, “Really enjoyed the film. Topical and full of heart. Congrats lovely people.”

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Directed by newcomer Arjun Varain Singh, who also co-wrote it with Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti, the film chronicles the lives of three twenty-something friends, Imaad (Siddhant Chaturvedi), Ahana (Ananya Panday) and Neil (Adarsh Gourav), as they explore the digital world and support one another in their search for authenticity amidst their virtual lives. Produced by Excel Entertainment’s Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar and Tiger Baby’s Reema Kagti and Zoya Akhtar, the film invites viewers to explore the complexities of online existence as a young adult.

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan will be streaming on Netflix from December 26, 2023! ALSO READ: Ananya Panday’s iconic looks make her the perfect choice for inspiration on ‘World Saree Day’

The festival of Christmas is celebrated, globally! Bollywood stars dazzle with tree-lighting ceremonies, exchanging gifts, and sharing warm wishes on social media. The actors infuse vibrant colours into the season with their lively family gatherings and dinners. Before the annual Christmas lunch at Kapoor residence, Alia Bhatt hosted a small gathering at her residence on December 24 which saw the presence of her family and close friends Karan Johar and Ayan Mukerji.

The small gathering included Soni Razdan, Mahesh Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor. Soni revealed that her son-in-law Ranbir made a generous donation of Rs. 1 lakh towards child welfare. Taking to her Instagram story, she revealed, “Such a thoughtful gift from my darling SIL.” The certificate read, “This is to certify that a donation in the name of Soni Bhatt of rupees one lakh has been made towards the welfare of children.”

Meanwhile, on December 25, Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt happily introduced their daughter, Raha, to the paparazzi for the first time. The adorable family moment took place on Monday when Ranbir held his blue-eyed baby girl in his arm, who was dressed in a cute white top and skirt. The couple joyfully posed together, marking a special occasion as they posed with their little one. ALSO READ: Alia Bhatt and baby Raha join Ranbir Kapoor and entire Kapoor family for grand Christmas celebrations, see inside pictures

The festival of Christmas is celebrated, globally! Bollywood stars dazzle with tree-lighting ceremonies, exchanging gifts, and sharing warm wishes on social media. The actors infuse vibrant colours into the season with their lively family gatherings and dinners. The Kapoors are known to host Christmas lunch every year and their entire family comes together for the celebrations. In the spirit of the festival, Alia Bhatt has been joining Ranbir Kapoor and his family for the Christmas lunch for a couple of years. This time around, their 1-year-old daughter Raha was also a part of it.

In the Kapoor family photo, we see Karisma Kapoor with her kids – daughter Samaira Kapoor and son Kiaan Raj Kapoor; Alia Bhatt with baby Raha; Ranbir Kapoor with Agastya Nanda and Navya Naveil Nanda, Randhir Kapoor & Babita Kapoor; Aadar Jain with girlfriend Alekha Advani. Late actor Shammi Kapoor’s wife, Neila Devi, and Reema Jain were also part of the celebration.

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Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt happily introduced their daughter, Raha, to the paparazzi for the first time. The adorable family moment took place on Monday when Ranbir held his blue-eyed baby girl in his arm, who was dressed in a cute white top and skirt. The couple joyfully posed together, marking a special occasion as they posed with their little one.

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Kareena Kapoor Khan also attends the Kapoor family’s annual lunch but this time, she was on a family vacation with Saif Ali Khan and her sons in London. She recently posted pictures of Taimur Ali Khan enjoying a football match at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. ALSO READ: Alia Bhatt effortlessly infuses a chic touch into business fashion with her floral pantsuit

In a surprise turn of events, actor-producer Arbaaz Khan tied the knot with make-up artist Sshura Khan in an intimate ceremony on December 24, 2023. The nikaah took place at their family residence in Mumbai in the presence of their family members and close friends from the industry.

Arbaaz Khan on Monday shared inside photos from the nikaah ceremony. He was seated beside his newlywed wife Sshura Khan, son Arhaan Khan, parents Salim Khan and Salma Khan, older brother Salman Khan and sister Alvira Khan Agnihotri. He captioned the post, “It’s you. It's me. It's us.”

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In the series of photos, the entire Khan family was seen including Sohail Khan and his kids, Atul Agnihotri and kids, Arpita Khan Sharma and Aayush Sharma and their kids, veteran actress Helen and Sshura Khan's family.

Arbaaz was dressed in peach and beige floral bandhgala with beige trousers for the ceremony. The bride Sshura was dressed in a shimmery blouse and floral peach lehenga. Sharing two pictures, Arbaaz wrote on Instagram, “In the presence of our loved ones, me and mine begin a lifetime of love and togetherness from this day on! Need all your blessings and good wishes on our special day!”

It is believed Arbaaz Khan met Sshura Khan while they were working on the movie set, Patna Shukla. ALSO READ: First PHOTOS: Arbaaz Khan and Sshura Khan tie the knot in an intimate ceremony in Mumbai