Kamal Haasan and Sarika’s union was the ultimate act of defiance, breaking every societal norm. Embracing a live-in relationship while Kamal Haasan was still married to his first wife drew immense criticism, with Sarika unfairly labeled the “other woman”. Nevertheless, they boldly welcomed their first child, Shruti, out of wedlock in 1986, forcing a conservative…
TMC rebel leader Sudip Bandyopadhyay met withPM Modi in New Delhi on July 18, 2026,for discussion over the formal parliamentary recognition of his 20-member breakaway faction. This meeting coincided with Speaker Om Birla approving separate seating in the Lok Sabha for the rebel faction, which recently formed the Nationalist Citizens Party of India (NCPI). Bandyopadhyay’s…
Dimple Kapadia does not merely act in a scene; she anchors it. Her career spans over five decades, shifting seamlessly from commercial romance to intense, parallel cinema. She emerged as an overnight phenomenon with her 1973 debut in Raj Kapoor’s “Bobby” and redefined the archetype of the Hindi film heroine with effortless charm and a…
The “Dr. Vidya” dance duet stands out because it bypassed standard rivalry tropes. Instead, it served as a masterclass in artistic synergy, bringing together two vastly different dance vocabularies without compromising either performer’s unique identity. Vyjayanthimala anchor-pointed the song with the sharp posture and geometric precision of Bharatanatyam. In contrast, Helen injected the scene with…
The Maharashtra government has officially included the birth anniversary of the late Deputy Chief Minister, Ajit Anantrao Pawar, in its state calendar of commemorative events. Starting in 2026, the anniversary will be observed every year on July 22. According to the official circular, the observance will require all government and semi-government offices, schools, and colleges…
Prime Minister Modi flagged-off India’s first indigenous hydrogen-powered train in Haryana. Operating on the 89-km Jind-Sonipat route, the 10-coach train uses advanced hydrogen fuel cells to generate electricity onboard, producing zero carbon emissions and emitting only water vapour. The 89-km route features 12 intermediate stoppages: Jind City, Pandu Pindara, Lalit Khera, Bhambeva, Ishapur Kheri, Butana,…
The Indian film and fashion industries are wrapping their arms around renowned celebrity photographer and “Neerja” film producer Atul Kasbekar. His father, Arun Bhaskar Kasbekar, passed away peacefully at the age of 88 on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.The moment of his passing was remarkably quiet and profound, with Atul and his mother each holding one…
Sanjay Dutt’s protective counsel, warning Aishwarya Rai against the harsh realities of Bollywood, paved the way for a respectful, decades-long friendship.During a magazine photoshoot before Aishwarya entered films, Sanjay was struck by her natural beauty and innocence. He warned her not to join Bollywood, fearing the intense competition and industry pressures would strip away her…
This legendary behind-the-scenes photograph captures a poignant moment from the making of Don (1978), where director Chandra Barot and producer Nariman Irani are deep in discussion with Amitabh Bachchan. The classic action thriller was famously produced on a shoestring budget to help Irani recover from severe financial losses. Tragically, Irani passed away in an accident…
Early 90s Bollywood romance hit entirely different. It was a golden pocket of time when love was unhurried, sweet, and deeply poetic. “Dil Ka Kya Kasoor” perfectly captured that mood, carrying the narrative like a handwritten love letter from an era we can now only visit through memory. While the plot followed the familiar, emotionally…
