Legendary singer who has given joy and solace to millions of Indians across many generations, passes into the ages, aged 92... [Read More]
07 February,2022 08:03 AM IST | Mumbai | Javed AkhtarVeteran actor Anil Kapoor’s mother, Nirmal Kapoor, passed away earlier this month on May 2. Today, on the 13th day of her demise, the family hosted a prayer meet at her residence, with Javed Akhtar, Shabana Azmi, Sonam Kapoor, and others attending the sacred occasion... [Read More]
14 May,2025 04:13 PM ISTThe communal violence in India has been a topic of stress for quite some time. Not only common people, but even popular celebrities have been denied houses because of their religion. In a city like Mumbai, where people from different parts of the country come to chase their dreams, actors like Aly Goni, Emraan Hashmi, and Saif Ali Khan have faced discrimination while house-hunting due to their faith... [Read More]
08 May,2025 11:17 AM ISTKagiso Rabada, one of South Africa`s premier fast bowlers, has been a dominant force in world cricket since his debut. In a shocking turn of events, the Proteas speedster is now facing a suspension after testing positive for a banned substance. Rabada, who had joined Gujarat Titans for the IPL 2025 season, left the tournament early, citing personal reasons after a couple of matches. It has now been revealed that the reason behind his sudden departure was his involvement in a doping violation, leading to his suspension from the sport (Pic: IPL/X)... [Read More]
03 May,2025 10:15 PM ISTThe mortal remains of Nirmal Kapoor, mother of veteran actor Anil Kapoor, were taken for the final rites on Saturday in an ambulance adorned with flowers. The entire Kapoor family reached the cremation ground for the final rituals, and several friends from the film fraternity, including Anupam Kher, Ayan Mukerji, and Arbaaz Khan, were seen arriving to pay their condolences... [Read More]
03 May,2025 02:49 PM ISTNirmal Kapoor, the mother of Anil Kapoor, Boney Kapoor, and Sanjay Kapoor, passed away on May 2 at the age of 90. As the unfortunate news broke on the internet, several members of the film fraternity reached Nirmal’s residence in Mumbai to offer their condolences to the Kapoor family. From filmmaker Karan Johar, veteran actor Anupam Kher, Rani Mukerji, Jackie Shroff, Tabu, Raveena Tandon, Rasha Thadani, Ananya Panday to Suhana Khan — many reach to pay their respects to Anil Kapoor’s mother... [Read More]
03 May,2025 11:04 AM ISTThe much-talked-about biopic `Phule` based on the lives of social reformers Jyotirao Phule and Savitribai Phule, was screened in Mumbai on Thursday evening. The film stars Pratik Gandhi and Patralekhaa in the lead roles (All Pics/ Yogen Shah)... [Read More]
25 April,2025 09:58 AM ISTSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day... [Read More]
18 April,2025 08:07 PM ISTSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day... [Read More]
15 April,2025 08:36 PM ISTRumours were rife that iconic screenwriter duo Salim-Javed’s last collaboration, Mr India (1987), was originally penned with Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan in mind. However, things didn’t materialise, and Indian cinema witnessed the end of a prolific partnership in 1981. While many assumed Big B had a part to play in it, Javed Akhtar, on Mid-day’s Sit With Hitlist series, clears the air once and for all.... [Read More]
10 May,2025 12:00 AM ISTImagine an angry, not-so-young man standing up for his rights. That was Javed Akhtar in 2012, as he had the Copyright Amendment Bill passed in the Rajya Sabha – a move that drew the ire of Bollywood producers and music labels. In a tell-all chat on Mid-day’s Sit With Hitlist series, the noted scriptwriter recalls how he rescripted the future of Indian musicians by fighting for their royalties. Full episode to be out on May 10.... [Read More]
09 May,2025 10:32 AM ISTDoing the rounds of studios with only the shirt on his back, being paid less than a peon in a job, and not knowing where his next meal would come from – that was Javed Akhtar’s life between 1965 and 1970. What kept him going? The belief that success would be his. Join the multi-hyphenate on Mid-day`s Sit With Hitlist series, as he chronicles his journey from arriving at Mumbai Central station with Rs 27 to owning a Bandra bungalow. Full episode to release on May 10.... [Read More]
08 May,2025 12:00 AM ISTMumbai played host to the prestigious WAVES Summit 2025 (World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit), which kicked off today with a grand inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The four-day event brought together some of the biggest names in Indian cinema and entertainment. Bollywood icons like Shah Rukh Khan, Mohanlal, and Akshay Kumar were present, along with a stellar lineup of actors and creators including Jackie Shroff, Deepika Padukone, Farhan Akhtar, Shaan, and Nushrratt Bharuccha. Esteemed personalities such as Karan Johar, Hema Malini, and Oscar-winner Guneet Monga also marked their presence, as the summit celebrated the convergence of cinema, music, and digital content under one roof.... [Read More]
01 May,2025 03:02 PM ISTThe Mumbai screening of Phule, starring Pratik Gandhi and Patralekhaa, saw a strong Bollywood presence. Patralekhaa arrived with husband Rajkummar Rao, while other notable attendees included Javed Akhtar, Huma Qureshi, Abhishek Banerjee, Deepak Dobriyal, director Ananth Mahadevan, filmmaker Rahul Dholakia, and producers Suniil Jaiin and Ritesh Kudecha. The cast and crew paid tribute to the Pahalgam terror attack victims with black badges and a minute of silence.... [Read More]
25 April,2025 09:42 PM ISTActor Sai Tamhankar, who played the role of a cop in Netflix’s Dabba Cartel speaks exclusively to Mid-day about working on the series created by Shibani Akhtar. She also sheds light on her choice of roles when it comes to Hindi content, and her experience working with Gajraj Rao and Anjali Anand.... [Read More]
25 April,2025 05:45 PM ISTA star-studded red carpet event was graced by some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry, celebrating the incredible achievements of trailblazing women from across the country. Malaika Arora, Vidya Balan, Diana Penty, Janhvi Kapoor, Sushmita Sen, Aditi Rao Hydari, Kusha Kapila, Dino Morea, Farhan Akhtar with Shibani Dandekar, Zeenat Aman, Konkana Sen, and Tejasswi Prakash, among many others, dazzled on the red carpet.... [Read More]
22 March,2025 09:04 PM ISTThe Grazia Fashion Pink Carpet dazzled with glitz and glamour as A-listers like Khushi Kapoor, Vedang Raina, Malaika Arora, Triptii Dimri, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Babil Khan, Tiger Shroff, Tamannaah Bhatia, and many others stole the spotlight with their stunning looks. The event brought together a mix of established stars and rising talents, all bringing their A-game to the carpet. From sparkling gowns to sharp suits, the evening was a celebration of style, elegance, and star power.... [Read More]
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