New Year 2025 is just round the corner and we can’t help but lookback at the year just gone by. 2024 was big for India! Not only the country witnessed some of the biggest triumphs, but also events that reshaped global equations. From India’s T20 World Cup Win to the consecration ceremony of Ram Janma Bhoomi, here are some of the significant events that made news in India in the year 2024.
28 December,2024 06:58 PM IST
Mohanlal's much-anticipated directorial debut, 'Barroz,' held a special screening in Mumbai. The event saw an impressive turnout of prominent Bollywood figures who graced the red carpet. Among the notable attendees were producer Boney Kapoor, renowned director Rajkumar Santoshi, and acclaimed scriptwriter Rumy Jafry, all of whom added star power to the occasion.
27 December,2024 11:32 PM IST
Salman Khan celebrated his 59th birthday with a star-studded bash at his sister Arpita Khan Sharma's Mumbai home, surrounded by family, friends, and fans. Sharing the day with his niece, Ayat Khan, Arpita and her husband Aayush Sharma hosted the celebration, which was filled with joy and love. The attendees were brothers Arbaaz Khan & Sohail Khan, Nirvaan Khan, Bobby Deol, Sangeeta Bijlani, and star couple Genelia-Riteish Deshmukh, who graced the midnight party. Bollywood celebrities like Varun Dhawan, Bhagyashree, Neil Nitin Mukesh, and Zeeshan Siddique, among others, shared heartfelt wishes on social media, making the day even more special.
27 December,2024 05:06 PM IST
Musician Sohail Sen started composing at the age of 13, and went on to deliver hit songs in films like Gunday, What's Your Raashee, Ek Tha Tiger, Housefull 4, and his recent viral track 'Haan ke Haan' from the movie 'Maharaj'. He traces his roots to a lineage of musicians who were disciples of legendary musician Tansen. Sohail also shared how singer Sonu Nigam worked with his grandfather on his first song. Reflecting on his journey, he spoke about his transition from composer to singer and expressed gratitude to filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker, who encouraged him to sing all the tracks for the film What's Your Raashee.
27 December,2024 09:37 AM IST
Zoya Akhtar was among the few who hosted a grand Christmas party for their friends. The star-studded party saw the who's who of the industry gather to make each other's day a lot more merrier. From Shah Rukh Khan's wife, Gauri Khan, to Suhana Khan, Shahid Kapoor with his wife Mira Kapoor, Farhan Akhtar, Shibani Dandekar, Javed Akhtar, Sanjay Kapoor, and several other Bollywood celebrities were seen at Zoya Akhtar's lively Christmas gathering, marking a festive celebration with friends and family. Watch the full video to see who all marked their presence at the starry party
25 December,2024 09:37 PM IST
Singer B Praak attended the Bhasma Aarti at the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain, where he had a memorable experience. He also mentioned that his upcoming bhajan, dedicated to Mahakal, reflects this devotion. Praak expressed his admiration for India, emphasising its greatness, and sang a few lines from the bhajan during his visit.
25 December,2024 06:49 PM IST
Just how fast the night changes! It has been exactly one year since Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt introduced their baby princess, Raha, to the world. Now, one year later, Raha is all grown up, wishing the paparazzi "Merry Christmas" and blowing flying kisses at them! Dressed in a beautiful white frock, Raha Bhatt Kapoor wished everyone "Merry Christmas" in the sweetest voice as Ranbir and Alia brought her out for the photo-op. She also waved at the paparazzi and, as the family headed inside, said goodbye and blew flying kisses, leaving everyone enchanted. Watch the sweetest video of the day here!
25 December,2024 06:42 PM IST
Bollywood actor-producer Jackky Bhagnani celebrated his milestone 40th birthday in grand style, surrounded by close friends and family. His wife, Rakul Preet Singh, joined in the celebration, twinned in elegant black matching outfits. The star-studded guest list featured several prominent Bollywood celebrities, including Aayush Sharma, Bhumi Pednekar, Amruta Fadnavis, Kajal Aggarwal, Nushrratt Bharuccha, and the beloved couple Genelia and Ritesh Deshmukh. The party was hosted at their residence.
25 December,2024 06:37 PM IST
The public verdict is finally in on Varun Dhawan's starrer and Atlee's-backed high-octane action thriller 'Baby John.' The much anticipated film has sparked a range of reactions. Varun Dhawan delivers a powerful performance, showcasing his versatility as an action hero, though some feel he still has room to improve. Kalees' storytelling style was widely praised. Audiences particularly loved the second half, with Salman Khan’s cameo being a standout moment. The music and background score also received praise for adding to the film’s intensity. The movie, which also stars Keerthy Suresh, Wamiqa Gabbi, Jackie Shroff, and child actor Khushi Bhardwaj, was lauded for its strong performances across the cast.
25 December,2024 06:03 PM IST
Salman Khan's sister, Arpita Khan Sharma, hosted a star-studded Christmas bash at her new restaurant, which was attended by several Bollywood celebrities. Among the guests were her husband Aayush Sharma, Rasha Thadani, Aaman Devgn, and actress Nyra Banerjee, among others. Rasha Thadani and Aaman Devgn, both newcomers, were spotted together at the event, sparking excitement as they are set to star in the upcoming film 'Azaad.'
25 December,2024 02:09 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
