Days after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, signs of recovery are slowly emerging. On 22 April 2025, militants ambushed a group of tourists, resulting in multiple casualties and widespread panic. A sharp decline in the tourist footfall and a temporary shutdown of local markets followed soon after. However, days after the attack, tourists cautiously began returning to the scenic town while local shopkeepers and vendors waited for their return in good numbers. The shopkeepers rely heavily on seasonal tourism for their livelihood. Markets have reopened, though business remains slow.
30 April,2025 06:31 PM IST
Did you know that Rajshri Productions’ rule book dictates that a fight scene cannot have more than 14 punches? Filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya during his appearance on Sit With Hitlist, elaborated on his banner’s working, beyond its songs and shaadis.
26 April,2025 01:43 PM IST
Vivian Dsena, in a Ramadan special interview with Mid-Day, took a trip down memory lane and got candid about his personal life. From keeping a roza for the first time to juggling between two houses, Dsena opened up about everything. The Bigg Boss 18 fame also shared how his wife Nouran Aly changed his life and how he feels as a father of three girls. Check out the full video to know everything about your favourite star!
05 April,2025 02:43 PM IST
In 2003, Sooraj Barjatya came out with the romantic musical Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon starring Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Abhishek Bachchan. On the latest episode of Mid-day’s Sit With Hitlist series, Sooraj sheds light on the film that became a meme material with the advent of social media. He also delves into the legacy of Rajshri films and his blockbusters with Salman Khan like Maine Pyar Kiya and Hum Aapke Hain Koun.
22 March,2025 12:00 AM IST
On the latest episode of Mid-day’s Sit With Hitlist series, ace filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya shares interesting anecdotes from Hum Aapke Hain Koun, following the Rajshri rulebook for no drinking or violence. He also reveals visiting the nightclub Fire N Ice in the early aughts, only to be told by Farah Khan and the regulars that he was too susheel for it. Join in as the director recalls little-known anecdotes about his movies and life.
20 March,2025 12:00 AM IST | Mumbai
Zakir Khan, along with Rithvik Dhanjani and Paresh Ganatra, shares exciting details about the upcoming show. Discover what to expect as Zakir brings his unique comedic twist to celebrity interviews, audience interactions, and stand-up performances. Hear Zakir Khan say, "My major focus in hosting is serious acting. SHABANA AZMI TYPE KI PERFORMANCE AGAR NIKAL JAE." Rithvik Dhanjani highlights the show's comedic elements, noting, "There is comedy in this show. There is a cushion of comedy." Meanwhile, Paresh Ganatra praises Karan Johar, calling him the king of the glamour industry. Don’t miss out on this entertaining preview!
07 August,2024 03:29 PM IST
A video of a Bengaluru shopkeeper being thrashed by Muslim mob, is making rounds on social media. The shopkeeper was allegedly thrashed for playing Hanuman Chalisa at his store. Political slugfest broke out soon after the videos reached the Opposition in the state. Taking to ‘X’, LoP R Ashoka shared the video and questioned the state government over the incident. Meanwhile, BJP leader PC Mohan alleged that the attack on man is the grim reality of Congress’ ‘Mohabbat Ki Dukaan’. BJP Yuva Morcha National President Tejasvi Surya alleged that the incident was result of Conress’ appeasement politics. Surya after meeting the victim on March 18 said that he has demanded an unbiased investigation from Bengaluru City Commissioner. Agitated by the incident, people in large numbers raised ‘Jai Shree Ram’ in the area.
19 March,2024 12:05 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Upper House of the Parliament on February 07. He took a sharp jibe at LoP Mallikarjun Kharge and thanked him for his ‘400 seats’ remark. PM Modi said, "I could not say it that day but I express my special gratitude to Kharge ji. I was listening to him with great attention and enjoyment that day. The lack of entertainment that we were missing in the Lok Sabha was fulfilled by him..."
07 February,2024 04:58 PM IST
2023 has been about a lot of blockbusters and entertaining movies. From 'Pathaan', 'Jawan', 'Dunki', 'Animal', and many more. But which movie did people enjoy the most this year? Which song did they listen to the most and the most famous dialogues of this year? Let us listen in from the public about their take on the movies of this year!
31 December,2023 08:00 PM IST
Actors Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh are overjoyed with the success of their film ‘Rocky aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’ and shared some interesting memories from the sets of the film. She added, “When Rocky and Rani were taking phere, someone said, ‘ladka aage jaata hai’, and I was like, ‘nahi ladki aage jaati hai, mai abhi abhi karke aayi hu. This was really an unforgettable moment.”Alia continued, “In the scene where Ranveer goes down and bows his head so that I can put the Varmaala, that actually happened in my real marriage. When Ranbir was lifted up during the Varmala ceremony, I was looking around as no one was picking me up and then Ranbir went down his head and bowed his head so that I can put the Varmaala on him. So, everything happens very close to each other.” #AliaBhatt #RanveerSingh #rockyaurranikiipremkahaani #karanjohar #dharmendradeol
04 August,2023 05:45 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
