R Madhavan received the Padma Shri at the Padma Awards 2026 ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on June 23. The actor was honoured by President Droupadi Murmu, while his respectful greeting to Prime Minister Narendra Modi became a memorable moment from the event. R Madhavan Receives Padma Shri At Padma Awards 2026 Actor R Madhavan was conferred with the Padma Shri during the second Civil Investitur

Sushant Singh Rajput’s Unmade Paani Feels Relevant Amid India’s Water Crisis Shekhar Kapur’s long-planned film Paani, once expected to star Sushant Singh Rajput, is back in public discussion as India faces fresh concerns over water shortage in several regions. The unrealised project, built around a future where water becomes the world’s most powerful commodity, now feels closer to reality than fiction.

Kerala High Court Issues Notice To The Kerala Story 2 Producer Over Censor Certification Challenge The Kerala High Court has issued an urgent notice to the producer of The Kerala Story 2 after a petition challenged the film’s censor certification and objected to the use of the word “Kerala” in the movie title. Producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah has been asked to respond to the no

Lock Upp 2 Netflix Release Date Netflix has officially announced the return of Lock Upp, with the new season set to stream from June 27. The reality show, created by Ektaa R Kapoor’s Balaji Telefilms, is returning with a fresh hosting lineup and a bigger OTT platform. Riteish Deshmukh And Farah Khan To Host Lock Upp 2 Lock Upp 2 will be hosted by Riteish Deshmukh and Farah Khan. Their presence is expected to bring a differe

Aishwarya Rai Cannes Debate Sparks Talk On Body Shaming Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s recent appearance at the Cannes Film Festival has once again opened a larger conversation about body shaming, aging, and the harsh beauty standards imposed on women in the entertainment industry. The actor, who has been one of India’s most recognised global faces for decades, attended Cannes in a sculpted blue gown by designer Amit Aggarwal. Soon after her photos and vid

Aamir Khan To Celebrate 25 Years Of Lagaan At LIFF 2026 The London Indian Film Festival 2026 is set to return with a strong line-up of South Asian cinema, special screenings, and major celebrity appearances. One of the biggest highlights of this year’s edition will be Aamir Khan’s special appearance to celebrate 25 years of Lagaan. The 17th edition of the festival will be held across London, Bir

Former CBFC Chief Pahlaj Nihalani Passes Away At 76 Veteran producer Pahlaj Nihalani, known for Bollywood films and his debated CBFC tenure, has died at 76. Pahlaj Nihalani Dies At 76 Veteran Bollywood producer and former CBFC chairperson Pahlaj Nihalani has died at 76, ending a long and eventful journey in Hindi cinema. He had reportedly been unwell for some time due

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has been named JW Marriott’s Global Brand Ambassador, marking another proud global moment for the Indian actress.   Aishwarya Gets Global Recognition Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has added another international achievement to her long and celebrated journey. JW Marriott has named her as its new Global Brand Ambassador for the brand’s “Stay in the Moment” campaign. The campaign focuses on meaningful travel, luxur

Ranveer Singh has successfully prompted a change in the ongoing Don 3 controversy after issuing a legal notice, leading the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) to withdraw its non-cooperation directive. The dispute originated after the actor exited Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s high-budget project, which had already invested nearly ₹45 crore in pre-production. Industry bodies and production houses have urged a resolution through dialogue, emphasizing professio

Ananya Panday’s Bharatanatyam-inspired fusion scene in Chand Mera Dil has triggered criticism online   Ananya Panday Dance Scene Faces Criticism Ananya Panday has become the centre of online debate after a Bharatanatyam-inspired dance sequence from Chand Mera Dil went viral on X. Congress leader Dr Shama Mohamed criticised the performance, saying classical dance needs years of learning and should not be treated casually. She sa

Ranveer Singh’s Don 3 exit sparks FWICE action and legal debate   Ranveer Singh FWICE Row Over Don 3 Exit Ranveer Singh’s exit from Don 3 has now become a major Bollywood controversy. The dispute started after Excel Entertainment, led by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani, reportedly approached the Federation of Western India Cine Employees over the actor’s alleged exit from the film before shooting began. FWICE later issue

Manoj Bajpayee has reacted to the FWICE non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh and said he hopes the matter is sorted out soon. Manoj Bajpayee Responds To Ranveer Singh Row Actor Manoj Bajpayee has reacted to the ongoing controversy around Ranveer Singh after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees reportedly issued a non-cooperation directive against him. The issue is linked to Ranveer Singh’s alleged exit from Farhan

Aishwarya Rai’s Cannes 2026 moments with Aaradhya Bachchan and Eva Longoria draw attention online Aishwarya Rai Bachchan became one of the major highlights at Cannes 2026 after her warm appearances with daughter Aaradhya Bachchan and Hollywood actor Eva Longoria drew attention online. The actor attended the international film festival in the French Riviera and once again reminded fans why she continues to be closely linked with Cannes glamour.

Ranveer Singh’s reported exit from Don 3 has triggered a major Bollywood controversy after FWICE issued a non-cooperation directive against the actor. Ranveer Singh-Don 3 Row Escalates Ranveer Singh, who was earlier expected to headline Farhan Akhtar’s much-discussed film Don 3, is now at the centre of a major industry dispute. According to reports, the actor allegedly walked out of the project before the shoot, leading to a complain

Dharmendra Honoured With Posthumous Padma Vibhushan Dharmendra Padma Vibhushan 2026 Ceremony Turns Emotional The Padma Awards 2026 became a deeply emotional moment for the Deol family as Hema Malini accepted the posthumous Padma Vibhushan on behalf of late Bollywood icon Dharmendra. The honour, India’s second-highest civilian award, recognised his remarkable contribution to Indian cinema and his decades-long legacy as one of Hindi cinema’s most admi