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
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
Bollywood’s elite graced the red carpet at the exclusive preview night of the NMACC Arts Cafe, creating a star-studded spectacle. The distinguished guest list included Shah Rukh Khan and his wife Gauri Khan, Katrina Kaif, Shahid Kapoor, Mira Kapoor, and Suhana Khan. The event also saw prominent figures from the Ambani family, with Akash Ambani, Shloka Ambani, Radhika Merchant, and Isha Ambani all posing alongside the matriarch, Nita Ambani. The evening was a grand celebration of art and culture, with these luminaries adding to the event's glamour and prestige.
23 December,2024 05:29 PM IST
The annual day function at Dhirubhai Ambani School turned into a glamorous affair, attracting a star-studded lineup of celebrities. A host of renowned names, including Bollywood icons Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Karisma Kapoor, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, and Abhishek Bachchan, were spotted attending the event. The evening saw these stars not only gracing the occasion with their presence but also cheering on their children, who were showcasing their talents on stage.
20 December,2024 04:44 PM IST
Former Indian cricketer Kapil Dev spoke at a private event hosted by the Adani Group in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, on December 19. He shared his thoughts on Indian cricketer R. Ashwin's career and the success of prominent industrialists. Kapil Dev mentioned that he has known Ashwin for 30 years and praised his achievements. He also highlighted the hard work and dedication of people like Gautam Adani, Mukesh Ambani, and Ratan Tata, who have built successful businesses and contributed to India's growth. Kapil Dev expressed pride in their accomplishments, saying that even though people sometimes criticize successful individuals, we should appreciate the hard work that leads to such success.
19 December,2024 05:45 PM IST
Bollywood stars and influencers turned heads at a star-studded influencer award night. Kartik Aaryan looked dashing in a suit, while Uorfi Javed grabbed attention with her bold all-black attire. Shalini Passi brought her fashion A-game, and other notable personalities like Anushka Sen, Raj Shamani, Anaita Shroff Adajania, Anshula Kapoor, Sumukhi Suresh, and Shenaz Treasurywala & others also dazzled on the red carpet, making the evening a celebration of style.
19 December,2024 05:40 PM IST
Actor Mukesh Khanna, better known as ‘Shaktimaan’ frequently keeps in the news due to his candid statements. But certainly this is not the only reason why he was trending this month. The comeback of Shaktimaan was announced recently, and since then there has been an intense discussion on who will play Shaktimaan. In 1997, when Mukesh Khanna appeared as Shaktimaan, he took the nation by storm. While this role made him even more popular than the role of ‘Bhishmapitmah’ did in Mahabharat, he credits his spiritual making to Mahabharat’s role that he ‘got by luck’ as he says. In this episode of Mid-day’s Straight Talk, in conversation with Katyayani Kapoor, Mukesh Khanna opens up on the concept of Marriage, Spirituality, Religion, Cinema and Controversies.
18 December,2024 06:00 PM IST
After being criticized by Sonakshi Sinha for his "distasteful statements" regarding her upbringing and family, veteran actor Mukesh Khanna has responded to her delayed reaction. Khanna clarified his stance in a recent interview with News9, stating that his comments were not intended to malign Sonakshi or her father, Shatrughan Sinha, a veteran actor and politician. "I am surprised it took her so long to respond. I knew mentioning her name in connection with that Kaun Banega Crorepati incident might antagonize her, but I had no malicious intent. I hold her father in high regard and share a cordial relationship with him," Khanna explained.
18 December,2024 04:47 PM IST | Mumbai
After the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance's landslide victory in the Maharashtra elections, leaders from the UBT (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) faction expressed strong dissent. Shiv Sena (UBT) President Uddhav Thackeray criticized the BJP for its slogan "Batenge toh katenge," implying threats against opponents. UBT leader Priyanka Chaturvedi questioned the authenticity of the election process, calling the results "surprising." Congress leader Jairam Ramesh also raised concerns, calling the results "surprisingly strange." Despite the criticism, the Mahayuti alliance, led by the BJP, delivered an impressive performance and is now set to form the government in Maharashtra. The opposition parties are still questioning the fairness of the election results.
18 December,2024 01:42 PM IST
On December 17, Russia suffered a major blow when Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov, head of Russia's Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Protection Troops, was killed in a bomb blast. The explosion, hidden inside an electric scooter, occurred outside his apartment in Moscow. His assistant also died in the blast. Ukraine’s intelligence agency, SBU, claimed responsibility for the attack. Kirillov was charged by Ukraine for allegedly using banned chemical weapons and had been sanctioned by several countries, including the U.K. and Canada, due to his role in the war. The blast caused shattered windows and damaged the building’s entrance. The bodies of the victims were found nearby. This killing of a high-ranking Russian officer is expected to lead to retaliation from Russia. Kirillov led the RKhBZ, special forces tasked with protecting Russian troops in extreme conditions involving chemical, biological, or radioactive threats.
18 December,2024 10:25 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
