Disha Patani’s personal life has grabbed attention again. The actress is rumoured to be dating popular singer Talwiinder after they were spotted together at Nupur Sanon’s wedding. While they have not reacted to the claims, their appearances have left everyone gawking. On Lollapalooza Day 2, the rumoured couple was seen walking hand-in-hand as they exited the venue. Disha Patani, Talwiinder walk hand-in-hand Talwiinder and Disha were seen entering the venue separately. At one point, Disha was seen turning to look at Talwiinder, who stood a short distance away. While exiting the venue, they were seen walking hand-in-hand, openly strolling together in front of the crowd. Videos of the moment quickly went viral on social media, with fans calling it their “official debut” as a couple. This was after Talwiinder performed on stage with Kehlani, making the audience go gaga with his music. Later, the singer and Disha were snapped exiting the venue together in the same car, accompanied by friends. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Disha's Faheem (@dishu.myworld) About Disha and Talwiinder During Nupur Sanon’s Udaipur wedding, a viral video surfaced, sparking dating rumours between Disha and Punjabi singer Talwiinder. In the video, they are seen holding hands and were later spotted at the Mumbai airport. They were also seen at Nupur’s reception. As of now, neither Disha nor Talwiinder has commented on the rumours. Prior to this, Disha was rumoured to be in a high-profile relationship with actor Tiger Shroff. They began dating in 2018 and parted ways in 2022. The ex-couple maintain a cordial relationship, with Disha being close to Tiger’s sister, Krishna Shroff. While it is not yet known whether Talwiinder was in a relationship earlier, a few days ago there were reports that he was dating a model named Soni Kaur. However, Soni shared a long post on Instagram clarifying that she is not the singer's ex-girlfriend and had only met him socially. On the work front, Disha has some interesting films lined up, including O Romeo, Awarapan 2, and Welcome to the Jungle. She has reportedly been roped in for Anees Bazmee’s next, which also stars Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan.
26 January,2026 06:01 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty are beaming with pride as their Republic Day release, Border 2, is striking gold at the box office. It was yet another proud moment for the Deol family as late actor Dharmendra was honoured with the second-highest civilian honour, the Padma Vibhushan award. To celebrate the milestones, Esha Deol took to social media and turned cheerleader for brother Sunny. Esha Deol hails Border 2 and remembers Dharmendra Esha shared pictures showing her posing with her sister Ahana and brother Sunny at the screening of his film Border 2. They all shared smiles, with Sunny standing between the two sisters, his hands resting gently on their shoulders. This marked their first public appearance together since their father, veteran actor Dharmendra, passed away last year. Taking to her Instagram handle, Esha Deol wrote, “Happy Republic Day. Really happy that our papa is being conferred with the prestigious Padma Vibhushan Award.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by ESHA DHARMENDRA DEOL (@imeshadeol) Further in the post, Esha also hailed her elder brother Sunny Deol's performance in Border 2. “Definitely watch Border 2 with your family and friends. We watched the film last night. iamsunnydeol you are the best. Shout out to @ahan.shetty @varundvn @diljitdosanjh @nidhiduttaofficial. Fantastic. Salute,” she added. Dharmendra conferred with Padma Award On the eve of Republic Day, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) unveiled the official list of Padma awardees for 2026. Dharmendra, who passed away on November 24, 2025, has been conferred with the Padma Vibhushan posthumously. Reacting to the announcement, veteran actor-politician Hema Malini expressed pride and gratitude, saying, “So, so proud that the government has recognised Dharam ji's immense contribution to the film industry by bestowing on him the prestigious Padma Vibhushan award.” Dharmendra is widely regarded as one of the most iconic actors of his time. Apart from him, actors like Satish Shah, R. Madhavan, Mammootty, and Prosenjit Chatterjee, among others, have also been honoured. About Border 2 Directed by Anurag Singh and backed by T-Series and J P Films, the film was released on January 23. It is a sequel to the 1997 film Border and revolves around the strength of the Army, Navy, and Air Force during the 1971 Battle of Longewala. The film also features Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Anyaa Singh, and Medha Rana in pivotal roles.
26 January,2026 05:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentT-Series' Bhushan Kumar is currently basking in the success of the latest film under his banner, Border 2. His recent production has already earned Rs 167 crore gross worldwide within just the first three days. Notably, the film marks the first collaboration between Bhushan Kumar and director Anurag Singh. Amid the staggering success of Border 2, the two are already planning of more collaborations in the future. In fact, the two are already planning a third Border film. Bhushan Kumar confirms Border 2 In an exclusive interview with Hindustan Times, Anurag Singh and Bhushan Kumar revealed they were initially collaborating on a different film before Border 2 happened. Now that Border 2 has released, they will get the project back on track. Bhushan added that the Border franchise is not the first thing he and Anurag will work on. “But before that, we will continue what we were discussing even before Border 2 came into the picture. Now is the time for that. The next film will be on those lines. Then, we will return to Border,” he said. Confirming Border 3, he shared, “We are doing a joint venture with his company and my company. He’ll be directing, and it will be something new. Border 3 will happen in due course." He further reiterated, “Obviously, it is such a big franchise,” before adding “Anurag has worked so hard to rebuild it. If you bring something back after almost 30 years and it is getting so much love, we will definitely take it forward.” About Border 2 Border 2 is directed by Anurag Singh. It marks a spiritual sequel to JP Dutta’s 1997 hit Border. The film features Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty. It also stars Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Anya Singh and Medha Rana in pivotal roles. Border 2 released in theatres on January 23, 206, coinciding with the Republic Day weekend. So far, it has been doing very well at the box office. After a strong opening of Rs 32.1 crore at the domestic box office, the film has registered a massive number of Rs 57.2 crore on Sunday in India. With this, the film has collected Rs 129 crore in its first weekend.
26 January,2026 03:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSiddharth Anand’s directorial Fighter completed two years on January 25. On the occasion, the filmmaker penned a note looking back at the film’s journey and described it as his best work so far. He also said that he plans to raise the bar with his upcoming film King, starring Shah Rukh Khan and his daughter Suhana Khan. Siddharth Anand on Fighter On Republic Day, Siddharth Anand took to X to share a note celebrating the second anniversary of Fighter, which starred Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone and Anil Kapoor in lead roles. “Two years of my best work. Fighter. The film I’m so proud of. Seeing so many scenes on my timeline reminded me how beautiful those moments were. The scene between Patty and Saachi at the cemetery, and the scene with Minni and her father — both are the most emotional scenes I’ve ever shot. They will remain timeless for me,” he wrote. Looking ahead, Siddharth teased his next project, calling it one of the most anticipated films. “Thank you for the love. Now, time to better it. King,” he added. 2 years of my best work. FIGHTER. The film I’m so proud of. Seeing so many scenes on my timeline reminded how beautiful those 2 scenes were. The scene between Patty and Saachi at the cemetery. And the scene with Minni and her father. Both the most emotional scenes I’ve ever shot.… — Siddharth Anand (@justSidAnand) January 25, 2026 Inspired by a story written by Siddharth Anand, along with Ramon Chibb, the movie stars Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone as the lead, along with Karan Singh Grover, Akshay Oberoi, Rishabh Sawhney, and Sanjeeda Sheikh in supporting roles. Backed by Viacom18 Studios in collaboration with Marflix Pictures, the flick marks the primary instalment in the planned aerial action franchise. Fighter saw camera work by Satchith Paulose, with Aarif Sheikha as the head of the editing department. Composer duo Vishal–Shekhar have scored the music for the drama. King release date announcement After days of teasing, the makers of Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film King have officially announced its release window. The film is set to hit theatres during the Christmas weekend, positioning it as a year-end blockbuster that will carry momentum into 2027. The announcement was made by Shah Rukh Khan and Siddharth Anand on the eve of Pathaan’s third anniversary, further amplifying excitement around their reunion. Along with the release update, the makers also unveiled striking visuals offering a glimpse into the world of King. Shah Rukh Khan is seen in a bold and fierce new avatar, set against dramatic landscapes, with the powerful imagery heightening anticipation for the film’s release later this year.
26 January,2026 03:37 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentOrry is a social media influencer who is well-connected with influential figures from the film industry, business, and politics. His rise in popularity is largely attributed to his high-profile connections and extravagant lifestyle. Recently, rumours surfaced about a fallout between Orry and his old friend, actress Sara Ali Khan. The two have reportedly unfollowed each other on social media. Amid this, Orry took a dig at Sara’s film career, drawing sharp criticism from netizens who are now calling him a bully. Orry takes a dig at Sara Ali Khan's career On Monday, Orry shared a reel in which he gave his own twist to the trending ‘no civic sense’ videos. In the clip, he is seen recording himself while two people argue loudly in the background, disrupting his shoot. In the video, Orry was dressed in a blue mesh top featuring a printed dotted outline resembling a bra. A curious social media user commented, “Genuine question: What exactly is that bra holding together?” To this, Orry replied, “Sara Ali Khan’s hits.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Orhan Awatramani (@orry) Netizens call Orry a bully The remark did not go down well with social media users, and the discussion soon spilled over to Reddit. Reacting to the comment, one user wrote, “Y’all need to stop giving him attention. He’s a pick-me and now a bully.” Another person wrote, "The best thing to do is to not post abt him. Like genuinely ignore him, that is way more powerful that canceling him or negative PR". Another person wrote, "A horrible human being that useless people made famous!" "I can't believe he is speaking trash so openly," commented another person on Reddit. A user said, "Sara ali khan can be wrong in many ways but whatever orry is doing is next level pathetic!! Imagine a grown up person is behaving like this. Problem of having everything in their life so that they don't have to worry about anything other than throwing shade on others!! Sorry this isn't cool anymore". More shade at Sara Ali Khan from Orry.byu/thetrollslayer1508 inBollyBlindsNGossip About Sara and Orry's fallout Recently, Orry had posted a video where he listed '3 worst names' and added the names Sara, Amrita and Palak as examples without mentioning their surnames. The internet assumed he was referring to Sara Ali Khan, her mother Amrita Singh and actress Palak Tiwari who is rumoured to be dating Ibrahim Ali Khan. Following this, Sara and Ibrahim unfollowed Orry on Instagram.
26 January,2026 03:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMumbai Police have successfully cracked a mysterious shooting incident in Lokhandwala by using artificial intelligence, leading to the arrest of actor and filmmaker Kamaal Rashid Khan, popularly known as KRK. The case had initially baffled investigators due to the absence of eyewitnesses, CCTV footage, or audible gunshot reports from residents. Kamaal R Khan gets arrested The incident came to light on January 18 when residents of Nalanda Society in Lokhandwala noticed bullet marks inside two separate apartments. One flat belonged to writer Neeraj Mishra, while the other was owned by model Prateek Baid. Fortunately, no one was injured, but the unexplained damage caused panic among residents and prompted an immediate police investigation. With conventional methods yielding no leads, the Oshiwara police turned to advanced AI-based forensic reconstruction. Using the exact impact points of the bullets, along with environmental data and spatial mapping, investigators digitally recreated the trajectory of the shots. The AI model helped determine the firing angle, distance, and direction, ultimately tracing the origin of the bullets to a nearby bungalow owned by KRK. All about the case Further forensic analysis confirmed that the bullets matched a licensed 7.65 mm Mauser pistol registered in KRK’s name. When questioned, the actor admitted that the shots were fired from his weapon but claimed the incident was accidental. According to his statement, the firearm discharged while he was checking the pistol after it allegedly jammed, and the bullets unintentionally travelled towards the residential complex. Police officials noted that the use of artificial intelligence proved crucial in solving the case, especially in the absence of physical evidence like surveillance footage or eyewitness testimony. The digital reconstruction allowed investigators to piece together the sequence of events with precision and confidence, strengthening the case against the accused. KRK was subsequently arrested and taken into custody as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the firing. Police are examining whether proper firearm safety protocols were followed and if negligence played a role in the incident. Charges related to negligent discharge and endangering public safety are being considered. The case marks a significant step forward in the use of technology-driven policing in Mumbai. Law enforcement officials believe the successful application of AI in this investigation could pave the way for broader use of digital tools in solving complex cases, especially those lacking traditional forms of evidence.
26 January,2026 02:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBorder 2 is enjoying its explosive run at the box office. The film is a spiritual sequel of the 1997 hit, in which Sunny Deol, played Lt Col Fateh Singh Kaler this time. The film also featured Akshaye Khanna, Suniel Shetty and Sudesh Berry, who attained martyrdom in the first time. However, the makers have brought the trio back for cameos for nostalgia. Bhushan Kumar on adding Akshaye Khanna to Border 2 post Dhurandhar success Akshaye Khanna, who is riding high on the super success of Dhurandhar, was also seen in a cameo in Border 2. Amid his hype, many on the internet claimed that the makers of Border 2 deliberately added Akshaye to the film following the current frenzy surrounding him. Bhushan Kumar, the head of T-Series, has now rubbished the claims, stating that they didn’t milk the Khanna euphoria for Border 2. He shared, "You can’t make a film like that. It was already scripted. In fact, we shot his portion after Dhurandhar released. The hysteria of the film and Akshaye was already there but we never thought of [profiting from] it. It was never required in the script. It’s not like we added him after Dhurandhar released." He further pointed out, “The same can be said for Suniel Shetty. It’s not like we decided to bring them in and seeded them in the script later. They were always supposed to be a part of Border 2 as cameo appearances. I would like to urge everyone to not miss the end credits of the film. That scene featuring the cameos is very emotional." Akshaye Khanna shot Border 2 after Dhurandhar release On a similar note, director Anurag Singh added, “We shot his part on December 10-11. Akshaye is in Border 2 as a tribute to Border. He was a part of the story from the very beginning. And those who stay back after the film ends will get the golden nugget." Further talking about the staggering box office collection of Border 2, Kumar says, “It’s very encouraging because it was a non-holiday release." “I think the last film to open to such big numbers was Chhaava that released last year. I don’t remember anything else. This film is growing because of positive word-of-mouth. A good film usually grows by 10-15% on day two but we could anticipate a 30-40% jump on Saturday. I know this film will have a long run, maybe up to two months. We were very confident about the film. It’s nice to hear from people that we’ve lived up to Border, a film that JP sir created," he added.
26 January,2026 02:34 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentKacha Badam fame Anjali Arora's boyfriend, Akash Sansanwal, has reportedly been arrested by the Meerut police in Uttar Pradesh. He was allegedly detained for placing a fake Indian Parliament ex-MP sticker on his Scorpio car. He was reportedly stopped by the police at a toll plaza and was arrested. He was then taken to the police station. Anjali Arora's boyfriend Akash Sansanwal arrested Akash was reportedly arrested at the Kashi Toll Plaza on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway. His Scorpio car was caught with a fake ex-MP sticker. According to Khabargaon, when Akash was taken into custody, the ex-Lock Upp contestant reportedly called several political leaders in Delhi to seek help for his release. The Scorpio has been seized by the police, and Akash has been scheduled to be produced in court on Monday. According to reports, in addition to Akash, four more people were arrested in the same case. Soumya Asthana, CO of Brahmapuri, and Ayush Vikram Singh, SP City, along with a police team, were allegedly present at Kashi Toll on Sunday. When the vehicles with MP stickers were asked to stop, the drivers allegedly tried to flee and break the barrier. However, the police reportedly managed to nab two Scorpios and two Thars. About Akash Sansanwal Akash Sansanwal is a digital content creator by profession. His official Instagram handle 'akash.sansanwal; has a whopping 79.2K followers. He is often seen expressing his love for Anjali on social media. Apart from being a content creator, Akash is also involved in politics. He allegedly handles a BJP page named akashsansanwalbjp. He claims to be the Vice President of the BJP OBC Morcha, Mehrauli, Delhi. He ended 2025 by expressing his relationship with girlfriend Anjali on social media and wrote, "2025 ke har pal mein tum meri sabse khoobsurat wajah rahi, aur 2026 ke har sapne mein bhi main sirf tumhe hi dekhna chahta hoon. Tum sirf meri girlfriend nahi ho, tum meri sukoon, meri aadat, aur meri sabse pyaari kahani ho (sic)." Anjali Arora is a famous social media content creator. She rose to fame for her lip-sync video to the viral Kachha Badam song and has since appeared in numerous music singles and music videos in Hindi and Punjabi. She also participated in the reality show Lock Upp.
26 January,2026 01:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSunita Ahuja, wife of Bollywood actor Govinda, has sparked fresh discussion after making candid remarks about her husband allegedly getting attracted to younger women, saying such behaviour deeply affects their children. In a recent interaction, Sunita spoke openly about how these situations disturb their family dynamics, especially their grown-up kids, Yashvardhan and Tina Ahuja. Sunita Ahuja makes a shocking allegation Addressing the issue directly, Sunita said, “Mere bache bade ho gaye. I have always said that they get disturbed. I always say that ye tumhari umar nahi hai.” She stressed that while mistakes may happen when one is young, repeating them later in life is unacceptable. “Aisi ladkiyan bahut aati hain, but tum thode hi bewkoof ho. You are 63. You have a nice family, a beautiful wife and two grown children. You can’t do all this at the age of 63,” she stated. Sunita further spoke about what she believes is a growing trend in the film industry, claiming that many aspiring actresses seek financial security through relationships. “Aajkal ki jo ladki aati hain struggle karne ke liye, they need a sugar daddy jo unka kharcha chalaye. Shakal do kaudi ka hai, heroine banna hai,” she remarked bluntly. Elaborating further, she added, “Phir kya karte hain, phasa lenge, blackmail karenge.” Reflecting on Govinda’s past, Sunita acknowledged that youth comes with its share of mistakes but drew a firm line at his current age. “Tune jawani mein kiya, theek hai. Jawani mein hum bhi galtiyan karte hain, but not at this age,” she said. Govinda had earlier made a stern statement Govinda, however, strongly denied the allegations and issued a statement reacting to Sunita’s remarks. He said, “What I’ve been observing lately is that sometimes when we don’t speak, we either appear weak or it seems like we are simply the problem. So today, I’m responding.” The actor further suggested that his family could be unknowingly dragged into a larger agenda. “My family might be unknowingly involved in a conspiracy, with Sunita being placed in a big conspiracy, thrown into the field as the opening batsman,” he claimed. Sunita and Govinda have been married for over three decades and are parents to two children who are now adults. While their statements have generated intense public debate, both continue to stand by their respective positions, making the situation a deeply personal matter played out in the public eye.
26 January,2026 01:26 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAt the 77th Republic Day Parade, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, in collaboration with celebrated filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, presented a special tableau under the theme Bharat Gatha, marking a historic moment for Indian cinema on the national stage. Sanjay Leela Bhansali presents tableau of Indian Cinema As the tableau moved down Kartavya Path on January 26, it marked a significant milestone - the first time an Indian film director represented Indian cinema at the nation’s most prestigious ceremonial event. The tableau positioned cinema within India’s larger storytelling tradition, celebrating it as a medium capable of carrying timeless Indian stories to audiences across the world. Curated under Bharat Gatha, the tableau presents cinema not merely as an art form or entertainment medium, but as a powerful extension of India’s age-old tradition of narrating stories - a tradition that has travelled from folklore and epics to theatre, music, and finally to the global language of cinema. Within Bharat Gatha, cinema finds representation as a medium that carries Indian stories, values, and emotions across generations and geographies. Speaking on the occasion, Sanjay Leela Bhansali said, “I felt deeply honoured to represent Indian cinema and the creator community at the Republic Day Parade under the theme Bharat Gatha. Co-creating this tableau with the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting was a tribute to India’s timeless stories and the power of cinema to retell them. It reflects the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji’s vision of taking Indian storytelling to the world and celebrating cinema as one of India’s strongest cultural voices.” Bhansali’s presence was widely seen as a fitting choice - a rare filmmaker of this era who carries forward the legacy of cinematic pioneers such as Raj Kapoor, V. Shantaram, and Mehboob Khan. In today’s cinematic landscape, he stands as a storyteller whose work embodies scale, rootedness, and cultural gravitas. Through Bharat Gatha, the Republic Day Parade reaffirmed cinema’s place within India’s civilisational storytelling continuum - a modern medium carrying the soul of timeless Indian narratives to the world. About Sanjay Leela Bhansali Over the decades, Sanjay Leela Bhansali has carved a singular space for himself in Indian cinema through his deeply rooted storytelling, rich aesthetics, and powerful use of music and emotion. From Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam and Devdas to Black, Bajirao Mastani, Padmaavat, and Gangubai Kathiawadi, his films have consistently blended tradition with scale, placing Indian narratives on a global stage. With his work travelling across international festivals and resonating with audiences worldwide, Bhansali represents the grandeur, discipline, and emotional depth of Indian cinema.
26 January,2026 01:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAnurag Singh's directorial Border 2 was released in theatres on January 23, in time for the Republic day weekend. After a strong opening of Rs 32.1 crore at the domestic box office, Border 2 has gone from strength to strength in the first weekend. The film has registered a massive number of Rs 57.2 crore on Sunday in India. With this, the film has collected Rs 129 crore in its first weekend, beating Dhurandhar and Chhaava's weekend one collections. The film also stars Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, Mona Singh and others. Border 2 box office Trade analyst Taran Adarsh took to X and shared an update on the Border 2 box office. He wrote, "Urban centres are performing exceptionally well, but it's the mass pockets that are in a league of their own... In fact, the Tier-2 and Tier-3 markets are outstanding, with housefull boards making a strong comeback across circuits." He finally stressed that the negative buzz around the film had no impact on its business. "THIS IS IMPORTANT... No amount of online noise or social-media negativity – pre-release or post-release – has had any impact whatsoever on Border2's business." He further wrote, "Like Dhurandhar, the Border2 boxoffice rampage once again proves that ground reality is what truly matters... When audiences connect, it reflects instantly in hourly ticket sales on #BMS... And boxoffice is what matters eventually, right?" With Republic Day holiday, the Monday numbers of Border 2 is also expected to set new benchmark. IT'S A TSUNAMI – 'BORDER 2' RUNS RIOT AT THE BOXOFFICE... Last month, #Dhurandhar and now, #Border2 has brought joy, hope, confidence and optimism back in #Bollywood... The Sunday numbers are nothing short of SENSATIONAL.Urban centres are performing exceptionally well, but it's… pic.twitter.com/Ly0O3PpSk4 — taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) January 26, 2026 Karan Johar celebrates box office success Filmmaker Karan Johar decided to celebrate the success of the recent Bollywood releases, Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar and Sunny Deol's Border 2. KJo shared that the box office results of both these movies hint that Bollywood is here to stay. He added that people are willing to go to cinema halls, provided that they are able to connect with the film, something which has happened in the case of Dhurandhar and Border 2. The 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' maker took to the Stories section of his Instagram handle and penned, "The mega success of the two recent back-to-back mega Hindi film successes proves one thing...Bollywood (yes, incorrect terminology, but here to stay) is back. Naysayers can fly a kite. All Dhurandhars will cross borders of excellence when the films strike emotional chords with a paying audience (sic)".
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