Bollywood stars kicked off 2025 in style. From Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal’s celebration in Sydney to Nayanthara’s Dubai festivities and Kareena Kapoor Khan’s snowy moments in Switzerland. Bollywood stars like Shilpa Shetty, Riteish Deshmukh, and Parineeti Chopra enjoyed cosy vacations and glamorous parties. Plus, a fun Thailand Famjam with Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, and more.
02 January,2025 08:33 PM IST
On the first day of 2025, devotees across India celebrated the new year with deep spiritual devotion and enthusiasm. In Puri, the 'Dwara Fita' Niti at Jagannath Temple marked a sacred start to the year, drawing huge crowds. In Madhya Pradesh, thousands gathered at Shri Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Ujjain to witness the powerful Bhasma Aarti. The festive spirit was also alive in Haridwar, where visitors from all over India took a holy dip in the Ganga at 'Har Ki Pauri', followed by the Ganga Aarti and temple prayers. In Prayagraj, the 'Lete Hue Hanuman Ji' Temple saw a steady flow of devotees. Ganga Aarti was also performed at the Assi Ghat of Varanasi on the first day of the year 2025. Devotees also offered prayers at Kashi Vishwanath Temple. In Delhi morning Aarti was performed at Chhatarpur temple on the first day while in Jaipur, the Moti Nagar Dungri Ganesh Temple was bustling with prayers. In Tamil Nadu, the Rockfort Manikka Vinayagar Temple in Trichy welcomed worshippers to ring in the new year with blessings.
01 January,2025 01:14 PM IST
As the clock struck midnight, India was in a festive mood, ready to welcome the new year 2025. Popular celebration spots across the country lit up with bright lights. Large crowds gathered at clubs, restaurants, and on the streets to celebrate the arrival of 2025. Fireworks lit up the sky, adding to the excitement. People danced, sang, and partied into the night. Tourists visiting India for the new year celebrations shared their unforgettable experiences, saying they had never seen anything like it before. The atmosphere was full of joy, energy, and cheer as everyone came together to celebrate the start of a new year in their own special way.
01 January,2025 11:33 AM IST
The 'Bandish Bandits 'cast sat down for an exclusive interview with Mid-Day, sharing their intense classical music training for the show. Atul Kulkarni described it as the toughest challenge, while Sheeba Chadha likened learning 'Sargam' to mastering a foreign gibberish language. Ritwik Bhowmik revealed his unique approach, breaking down the music and writing it out as notes for better understanding.
31 December,2024 08:33 PM IST
Singer Diljit Dosanjh paid tribute to former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh during his concert in Guwahati on Sunday, part of his Dil-Luminati tour in India. Performing at a sold-out show at the Sarusajai Sports Complex, Diljit honoured Dr. Singh, who passed away on December 26. In a video shared with fans, Diljit praised the late PM as "a simple and graceful man" and urged the youth to emulate his resilience in tough times. Diljit also emphasised Dr. Singh's lasting legacy in Indian history. The tour, which began in October, will continue in Ludhiana on December 31st.
30 December,2024 05:46 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
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
Karan Aujla’s It Was All A Dream concert tour in Mumbai was filled with surprises and emotional moments. Day 1 saw Vicky Kaushal and Parineeti Chopra surprise the crowd, with Parineeti delivering an energetic performance of Pehle Lalkare Naal. The emotional highlight was Vicky’s heartfelt words to Karan, which brought him to tears and went viral on social media. Day 2 featured a surprise appearance by AP Dhillon, who performed Brown Munde with Karan, followed by a high-energy collaboration with rapper DIVINE. Bollywood stars like Karan Johar and Neha Dhupia also attended, adding to the star power.
23 December,2024 09:31 PM IST
Renowned tabla master Ustad Zakir Hussain passed away on December 16 at the age of 73 after battling serious health issues. He died in a hospital in San Francisco due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Zakir Hussain, the son of legendary tabla player Ustad Allarakha, was considered one of the greatest tabla players of his time. His exceptional talent and mastery over the instrument made him famous worldwide. He collaborated with musicians from various genres and was admired for his creativity and precision. Hussain’s passing leaves a huge void in the world of music, but his remarkable legacy will continue to inspire music lovers around the world for generations to come.
16 December,2024 12:32 PM IST
The grand premiere of the much-anticipated musical 'Life of Pi' took place at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in Mumbai. The event saw a stellar turnout of Bollywood celebrities, including Ayushmann Khurrana, Aditi Rao Hydari, Manushi Chillar, Alaya F, Anshula Kapoor, Shriya Pilgoankar with her father Sachin Pilgoankar, Wardha Khan Nadiawala, Shefali Shah, Sonali Bendre, Makrand Deshpande, fashion designer Anaita Shroff Adjania, and Mandira Bedi. The glamorous evening was orchestrated by Nita Ambani who is the chairperson and founder of the Reliance Foundation.
06 December,2024 08:15 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
