‘Karma spares no one,’ says Mithun Chakraborty backing RSS centenary drama 'Aakhri Sawal'
May 16, 2026, at 02:16 pm
Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty was in Kolkata to promote his upcoming film Aakhri Sawal, a politically charged drama framed as a high-stakes intellectual debate over the 100-year history and ideological legacy of the RSS. The Bollywood icon and Dadasaheb Phalke winner spoke about his son Namashi’s performance, politically conscious cinema and the changing political landscape in Bengal. IBNS-TWF correspondent Rajat Dhar reports
‘Why pity, love?’: Alia Bhatt’s graceful reply to trolls over Cannes ‘ignored’ claims
May 15, 2026, at 03:02 pm
Cannes/IBNS: Bollywood star Alia Bhatt gave a graceful reply to a troll after an online user claimed she was ignored by photographers at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival 2026.
‘Will cherish our friendship’: Mouni Roy, Suraj Nambiar part ways after four years of marriage
May 15, 2026, at 12:22 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actor Mouni Roy has announced her separation from her businessman husband Suraj Nambiar, ending days of speculation surrounding their marital life.
Alia Bhatt questions male-oriented Indian cinema; faces hypocrisy claims over Animal praise
May 13, 2026, at 02:20 pm
Cannes/IBNS: Bollywood star Alia Bhatt’s comments on Indian films catering largely to male audiences have sparked backlash online, with a section of netizens accusing her of hypocrisy by linking her remarks to her praise for husband Ranbir Kapoor’s blockbuster Animal.
Alia Bhatt turns heads in blush gown at Cannes 2026 red carpet
May 13, 2026, at 12:13 am
Indian actor Alia Bhatt returned to the spotlight at Cannes Film Festival 2026 with a glamorous red carpet appearance, hours after impressing fans with her first look earlier in the day.
Mouni Roy unfollows Suraj Nambiar on social media, sparks separation rumours
May 12, 2026, at 04:19 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Actor Mouni Roy and her husband Suraj Nambiar have reportedly unfollowed each other on social media, triggering speculation about trouble in their marriage.
Vivek Agnihotri’s The Bengal Files to release in Bengal after BJP victory
May 07, 2026, at 04:22 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Vivek Agnihotri’s The Bengal Files, which had faced hurdles in West Bengal under the Mamata Banerjee government, is now set to be released in the state following the regime change.
Prabhas-Triptii Dimri starrer Spirit to release on March 5, 2027
May 07, 2026, at 12:26 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Amid ongoing speculation surrounding the release timeline of Prabhas-starrer Spirit, the makers have officially confirmed that the film will hit cinemas worldwide on March 5, 2027, as previously announced.
Alia Bhatt to make brief but pivotal appearance in Tumbbad 2: Report
May 02, 2026, at 04:47 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood star Alia Bhatt is gearing up for a packed slate of releases, including the action film Alpha and Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War.
‘Let us wait’: Siddharth Anand urges fans not to share SRK-Deepika’s leaked King photos
May 02, 2026, at 02:28 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Clips of a pregnant Deepika Padukone shooting with Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan for their upcoming film King in Cape Town have gone viral on social media.
May 02, 2026, at 01:47 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Actor Wamiqa Gabbi has shared her experience of collaborating with director Mudassar Aziz and co-star Ayushmann Khurrana for Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, offering insights into the on-set environment.
Pregnant Deepika Padukone shoots with Shah Rukh Khan for ‘King’ in Cape Town; clips go viral
May 01, 2026, at 03:32 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: The internet was abuzz after photos and videos of pregnant Deepika Padukone and superstar Shah Rukh Khan shooting for their upcoming Hindi film King went viral.
Not your usual hero! Jackie Shroff turns superhero grandfather in quirky sci-fi twist
Apr 27, 2026, at 03:51 pm
In a move that promises to pivot away from the typical caped-crusader tropes, Zee Studios recently unveiled the first look of its highly anticipated film, The Great Grand Superhero: Aliens Ka Aagman.
Pregnant, still working! Deepika Padukone shoots with Punit Malhotra during second pregnancy
Apr 22, 2026, at 01:11 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Motherhood and professional commitments can go hand in hand, as pregnant Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone sets a fresh precedent by continuing to work through her second pregnancy.
Motherhood beyond the clock: How Deepika Padukone and her peers rewrite the rules in their 40s
Apr 21, 2026, at 07:12 pm
Motherhood is no longer tied to a biological or societal deadline. A growing number of contemporary Bollywood actresses are choosing to embrace it on their own terms—well into their late 30s and 40s—marking a quiet but significant shift from convention.
Sharvari hails ‘Yeh Prem Mol Liya’ as ‘very special’, calls Sooraj Barjatya film a dream project
Apr 21, 2026, at 04:55 pm
Following the announcement of the theatrical release date of her upcoming film Yeh Prem Mol Liya, Bollywood's young actor Sharvari shared a note on her Instagram, reflecting on her experience on the project.
“She will sue you!” AI images of Alia Bhatt used in Pakistani fashion label's viral ad campaign
Apr 21, 2026, at 03:51 pm
A Pakistan-based clothing brand has sparked controversy on social media after using AI-generated, digitally altered images of Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt to promote its products without her consent.
Apr 21, 2026, at 12:36 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: “Babies while doing movies”—when Deepika Padukone said this on a chat show years ago, she may have meant every word.
Deepika Padukone to shoot through pregnancy, performs ‘intense action sequences’ for Raaka
Apr 20, 2026, at 03:39 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood star Deepika Padukone’s announcement of her second pregnancy has sparked curiosity over her professional commitments, as she is set to headline two big-budget films this year.
‘Pati Patni Aur Woh Do’ teaser out: Ayushmann’s love life spirals into triple trouble!
Apr 20, 2026, at 11:32 am
Mumbai/IBNS: The makers of Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, T-Series and B R Studios, have dropped the teaser of their much-anticipated comedy drama, promising a rollercoaster of laughter, confusion, and full-blown chaos.
Good news on the way! Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh announce second pregnancy
Apr 19, 2026, at 11:42 am
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are expecting their second child together. The couple shared the announcement on Sunday through a joint post on Instagram.
‘She has earned it’: Kangana Ranaut backs Deepika Padukone’s 8-hour shift demand
Apr 17, 2026, at 04:52 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actor and MP Kangana Ranaut has backed Deepika Padukone’s demand for an eight-hour work shift, saying the superstar has “earned” the right to make such a choice.
Love & War: Bhansali’s film with Ranbir, Alia, Vicky set for Jan 21, 2027 release
Apr 17, 2026, at 03:40 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Eminent filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming film Love & War is set to hit theatres on January 21, 2027, the makers announced on Friday.
Ranbir Kapoor in TIME 100, the lone Indian actor on prestigious list
Apr 16, 2026, at 08:48 pm
Actor Ranbir Kapoor has been named among this year’s TIME 100, becoming the only Indian actor to feature on the influential global roster.
Apr 14, 2026, at 12:40 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: “One could perhaps say, Asha ji gifted me the soundtrack to my success,” said veteran actress Zeenat Aman as she paid a heartfelt tribute to legendary singer Asha Bhosle, who passed away last Sunday at the age of 92.
Nation bids tearful goodbye: Asha Bhosle cremated with full state honours in Mumbai
Apr 13, 2026, at 10:58 pm
India bid an emotional farewell to legendary singer Asha Bhosle, who was cremated in Mumbai on Monday with full state honours.
'In immense grief': Amitabh Bachchan mourns Asha Bhosle's demise; calls her voice 'immortal'
Apr 13, 2026, at 03:42 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Condolences continue to pour in following the demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle, with acting icon Amitabh Bachchan expressing his grief in a heartfelt blog post on Monday.
Did you know? Asha Bhosle sang for a Pakistani film — Sargam
Apr 13, 2026, at 10:47 am
Indian singing legend Asha Bhosle, who died in a Mumbai hospital on Sunday, lent her voice for a Pakistani movie named Sargam, a film that featured Adnan Sami and Zeba Bakhtiar.
'Her voice will live forever’: SRK, Akshay lead tributes to Asha Bhosle
Apr 12, 2026, at 05:26 pm
Celebrities across India have come together to mourn the death of legendary singer Asha Bhosle, a towering figure in the country’s film and music industry. She was 92.
Asha Bhosle: The Voice That India Danced To, Wept With, and Could Never Get Enough Of
Apr 12, 2026, at 01:34 pm
Winner of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award (2000), the Padma Vibhushan (2008), and seven Filmfare Awards. 12,500 songs. One voice. From cabaret to ghazal, from heartbreak to disco, she sang everything India felt but could not articulate. There will never be another. An IBNS tribute to Asha Bhosle (1933-2026) — singer, actor, restaurateur, grandmother, and the most recorded artist in human history.