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Imran Khan is glad his spy series with Hotstar got canned: ‘Don’t want to play a guy who solves problems with a gun’ | Bollywood
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Imran Khan is glad his spy series with Hotstar got canned: ‘Don’t want to play a guy who solves problems with a gun’ | Bollywood

Actor Imran Khan is genuinely considering making an acting comeback, but has not found the right project yet. In a new interview with Film Companion, Imran revealed that a spy series with Disney+ Hotstar was in the works but it got canned, something that he is actually glad about. (Also read: Imran Khan recalls unusual encounter with a fan in London, who asked him to park her car) Imran Khan is looking for a project to make his comeback with. The shelved spy seriesFilmmaker Abbas Tyrewala was making the series, but the project was discarded after Hotstar's Jio takeover last year. When host Anupama Chopra said that she wanted to watch the series, Imran said, “All things said and done, I am kind of glad that ended up not coming together.” When asked why, Imran took a big sigh and sa...
OTT releases to watch this weekend: Article 370 to Dune Part Two, Silence 2 and more | Web Series
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OTT releases to watch this weekend: Article 370 to Dune Part Two, Silence 2 and more | Web Series

OTT releases this week: This week, the streaming platforms will offer a bunch of servings, from theatrical hits to new shows. There's a fresh dose for everyone, whether you love Bollywood, Hollywood, or long-form content. (Also Read – Article 370 movie review: Yami Gautam, Priyamani steal the show in this impactful, engaging tale) OTT releases this week: Yami Gautam's Article 370 and Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two are among the major releases Article 370 - Jio CinemaYami Gautam portrays the role of an intelligence officer in the film, which is directed by National Award-winning Aditya Suhas Jambhale. The film, also starring Priyamani, is based on the abrogation of Article 370 of the Indian Constitution that concerns Jammu & Kashmir. Produced by Jyoti Deshpande, Aditya Dhar ...
Kirsten Dunst’s Civil War to Vidya Balan’s Do Aur Do Pyaar: What’s on offer in theatres this weekend? | Bollywood
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Kirsten Dunst’s Civil War to Vidya Balan’s Do Aur Do Pyaar: What’s on offer in theatres this weekend? | Bollywood

This week, we have a thrilling dystopian adventure, a wild exploration of modern love, a humorous take on marital woes, and a heart-warming animated tale – all set to hit the silver screen. So, grab your popcorn, pick your poison, and get ready for a cinematic journey that will leave you wanting more! Kirsten Dunst and Wagner Moura in Civil War. Civil War HT launches Crick-it, a one stop destination to catch Cricket, anytime, anywhere. Explore now! Civil War paints a vivid picture of a future dystopian America shattered by conflict, where a courageous team of journalists embark on a perilous journey to reach Washington D.C. before rebel forces seize the White House. Led by an intrepid wartime photojournalist (Kirsten Dunst), they navigate through a landscape ravaged by the autho...
World Heritage Day: Apoorva Arora feels Delhi can never run out of options to view historical sites
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World Heritage Day: Apoorva Arora feels Delhi can never run out of options to view historical sites

When actor Apoorva Arora recently visited Delhi, she didn’t just indulge in the pleasures of home; she also delved into its rich history. Making a pit stop at Pir Ghaib — which got its name after a saint who had made the place, his home, vanished into thin air — in Kamla Nehru Ridge, near North Campus, she expresses her excitement, saying, “Just being here and knowing that it’s built by Feroz Shah is making me feel quite excited. I’ve heard that whichever monument has been built or renovated by Shah is considered haunted. The story of this place is also so cool; it might give people goosebumps, but for me, it generates a feeling of just being home.” Actor Apoorva Arora visited Pir Ghaib in Kamla Nehru Ridge to mark World Heritage Day.(Photo: Manoj Verma/HT) I have a lot of inter...
Suniel Shetty shares birthday post for son-in-law KL Rahul, Athiya Shetty reacts: ‘A connection I can’t explain’ | Bollywood
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Suniel Shetty shares birthday post for son-in-law KL Rahul, Athiya Shetty reacts: ‘A connection I can’t explain’ | Bollywood

One of the most well-known Indian cricketers right now, KL Rahul, celebrated his 32nd birthday on April 18. He is married to actor Athiya Shetty. To celebrate his birthday, Athiya's father, actor Suniel Shetty, dropped a cute picture of himself, son Ahan Shetty and son-in-law KL Rahul. Also read | Athiya Shetty, KL Rahul not expecting their first baby: Source Suniel Shetty shared a photo with Ahan Shetty and KL Rahul on the cricketer's birthday. Suniel Shetty wishes KL Rahul on birthdayHe took to Instagram on Thursday to share his sweet birthday post for the cricketer. Along with a picture of the trio looking up at the ceiling together, seemingly watching something on a screen, Suniel wrote in his caption, “They say it’s not what we have in life, but who we have in our life that m...
Ranneeti-Balakot & Beyond trailer: Lara Dutta, Jimmy Shergill team up for new action series on Jio Cinema | Web Series
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Ranneeti-Balakot & Beyond trailer: Lara Dutta, Jimmy Shergill team up for new action series on Jio Cinema | Web Series

The trailer of Lara Dutta and Jimmy Shergill-starrer Ranneeti: Balakot & Beyond has been unveiled. Inspired by real life events that shook the nation, the show will take viewers behind the scenes of India's largest defence operation, JioCinema said in a press release. (Also read: The Broken News 2 trailer: Sonali Bendre, Jaideep Ahlawat, Shriya Pilgaonkar's show exposes newsroom battles. Watch) Ranneeti-Balakot & Beyond trailer: Lara Dutta, Jimmy Shergill and Ashish Vidyarthi in a still from the series. As per the makers, the web series "decodes the modern warfare that isn't simply fought on physical borders but transcends to the domain of social media, digital tactics and covert political moves that have the power to reshape geo-politics." HT launches Crick-it, a one stop...
Alia Bhatt, Siddhant Chaturvedi star together in ‘sexy’ new ad, GF Navya Nanda ‘likes’ it | Bollywood
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Alia Bhatt, Siddhant Chaturvedi star together in ‘sexy’ new ad, GF Navya Nanda ‘likes’ it | Bollywood

Ice cream brand Kwality Walls Cornetto has shared a new ad featuring brand ambassador Alia Bhatt with Siddhant Chaturvedi. The couple, who starred together in Gully Boy but did not share any scenes together, have a sizzling chemistry in the new ad. (Also read: Alia Bhatt is called ‘international star’ as she features on Time's 100 Most Influential list) Siddhant Chaturvedi and Alia Bhatt in the ad for Cornetto. The warm chemistryThe ad shows Alia and Siddhant as wall of death daredevils. He eyes her Cornetto but she challenges him to a stunt. They share a few laughs, flirt with their eyes and feast on the ice cream. Watch the ad here: HT launches Crick-it, a one stop destination to catch Cricket, anytime, anywhere. Explore now! Fans were surprised by how ‘sexy’ the ad looked. “...
Amid security threats, Salman Khan to return as host of Bigg Boss OTT 3 | Web Series
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Amid security threats, Salman Khan to return as host of Bigg Boss OTT 3 | Web Series

Missing the Bigg Boss drama? If yes, then Salman Khan is all set to return with the third season of Bigg Boss OTT. Taking to their official Instagram handle, Endemol Shine India shared a graphic poster of Salman Khan announcing the upcoming season. (Also Read – Bharti Singh, Rakhi Sawant react to gun-fire incident outside Salman Khan's house: ‘Aap mere praan lelo') Salman Khan is set to return as the host of Bigg Boss OTT 3 Sharing the poster, they wrote, “Ready for the Entertainment & Drama? Comment below who YOU want to see SLAYINGG in the next season of #biggbossotts3.” Unlock exclusive access to the story of India's general elections, only on the HT App. Download Now! Bigg Boss OTT is a spin-off of the popular Indian reality TV show Bigg Boss. The first season was strea...
Saira Banu reacts to Zeenat Aman and Mumtaz’s feud: I don’t follow them, but I’d never advocate live-in relationships
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Saira Banu reacts to Zeenat Aman and Mumtaz’s feud: I don’t follow them, but I’d never advocate live-in relationships

Actor Mumtaz recently slammed Zeenat Aman for giving out advice that “people should try live-in relationships together before getting married”. Mumtaz claimed that Zeenat should be the last person to give relationship advice, as “her own marriage was a living hell.” Saira Banu reacts to Zeenat and Mumtaz's feud As their war of words continue to gain steam, we spoke to their fellow colleague, and yesteryear actor Saira Banu to weighh in. Reacting to the same, she tells us, “I am not reading much and I don’t really follow what they (Mumtaz and Zeenat) are saying, but we are very old-fashioned people. Our trend is 40-50 saal pehle ka." Unlock exclusive access to the story of India's general elections, only on the HT App. Download Now! Elaborating on whether she agrees with the idea ...
Diljit Dosanjh, Parineeti Chopra and their fans love this Amul doodle celebrating Chamkila | Bollywood
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Diljit Dosanjh, Parineeti Chopra and their fans love this Amul doodle celebrating Chamkila | Bollywood

Diljit Dosanjh, Parineeti Chopra and their new film Amar Singh Chamkila are enjoying a lot of love on social media since the movie's release. Now, even dairy brand Amul has sent their sweet congratulations to the film's team. (Also read: Amar Singh Chamkila review: Diljit Dosanjh delivers a delectable act in this melodious yet tragic musical biopic) Parineeti Chopra and Diljit Dosanjh shared the Amul doodle on social media. The Chamkila TopicalOn Monday, Amul shared a fresh new doodle on Instagram and Twitter, inspired by Chamkila. It shows Diljit's Chamkila in a blue kurta pyjama and Parineeti's Amarjot in a floral suit, holding butter toasts in their hands while belting out songs on a stage. “Ek chammach khila (feed it to me with a spoon),” read the bold words on top. Amul also ...