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Who was Robert Redford? Oscar-winner and founder of Sundance Film Festival dies at 89

Robert Redford, Oscar-winning actor and Sundance Film Festival founder, died at 89 in Utah. Known for iconic films like Butch Cassidy and The Sting, he directed Ordinary People and championed independent cinema through the Sundance Institute.

This star kid was fired from debut film, replaced by Rani Mukerji; left with no money to pay rent

Soha Ali Khan was replaced by Rani Mukerji in her debut film after quitting her Citibank job. Directed by Amol Palekar and featuring Shah Rukh Khan, the film left her struggling to pay rent, but she eventually launched her Bollywood career.

Ankita Lokhande performs evil eye ritual as husband Vicky Jain returns home from hospital

Ankita Lokhande welcomed husband Vicky Jain home after his hospitalization due to a glass-piercing accident. She performed an evil eye ritual, expressing relief and love, sharing his recovery journey through a heartfelt vlog and social media post.

Kannada industry says Karnataka govt's ₹200 ticket cap hurts box office; moves court before Kantara Chapter 1 release

Kannada film industry challenges Karnataka's ₹200 ticket price cap through court, arguing it will harm box office revenues. Four PILs filed by production houses and multiplex owners ahead of Kantara Chapter 1's release, citing potential financial losses for big-budget films.

Jolly LLB 3 advance booking: Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi film starts slow; yet to cross ₹1 crore two days before release

Jolly LLB 3's advance booking starts slow, selling only 32,000 tickets and grossing ₹99 lakh. Despite low pre-sales, the courtroom comedy starring Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi hopes to perform well through word of mouth.

Gauahar Khan slams Amaal Mallik for talking rudely to Kunickaa Sadanand in Bigg Boss 19: ‘She's 61, thoda khayal karo'

Gauahar Khan criticized Amaal Mallik for speaking rudely to 61-year-old Kunickaa Sadanand during Bigg Boss 19, highlighting the need for respectful communication despite kitchen duty disagreements and tensions in the house.

Why Prahlad Kakkar picked Aamir Khan over Shah Rukh Khan for an ad – even at double the price

Prahlad Kakkar chose Aamir Khan for an ad at Rs 17 lakh over Shah Rukh Khan's Rs 6 lakh offer, citing Aamir's "innocent boy next door" image as more suitable for the film's requirements.

Ajith Kumar's Good Bad Ugly taken off Netflix after court order on unauthorised use of Ilaiyaraaja songs

Netflix removed Ajith Kumar's "Good Bad Ugly" after a court order following Ilaiyaraaja's lawsuit over unauthorized use of three songs. The film, which earned Rs 248 crore, is no longer accessible on the streaming platform in India.

Aishwarya Rai lives with mother? Prahlad Kakar reveals truth; talks about her, Abhishek’s silence over divorce rumours

Prahlad Kakar, Aishwarya Rai's neighbor, dismisses divorce rumors, explaining she visits her unwell mother while her daughter is at school. Abhishek sometimes accompanies her, indicating their relationship remains strong despite recent speculation about separation.

Bobby Deol on Aryan Khan: 'Not easy to come out of the shadows of the biggest Indian superstar’

Bobby Deol praised Aryan Khan's directorial skills in The Ba**ds of Bollywood, expressing fatherly emotions and admiration for his fearlessness while navigating the challenging shadows of being Shah Rukh Khan's son in the film industry.

Dipika Kakar opens up on facing extreme hairfall due to side effects of stage 2 liver cancer: ‘It’s very fearful for me'

Television actor Dipika Kakar battles stage 2 liver cancer, experiencing severe hair loss. Despite undergoing surgery and receiving normal test results, she remains cautious about potential recurrence while sharing her health journey openly with fans.

Muzammil Ibrahim expected friend Ayan Mukerji to send him script of Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani: ‘It was a misunderstanding’

Actor Muzammil Ibrahim revealed he expected friend Ayan Mukerji to send him the script for Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani. The role eventually went to Aditya Roy Kapur, and Muzammil clarified it was a misunderstanding with casting agents.

Theater Review: Bobby Cannavale, James Corden and Neil Patrick Harris revel in the power of 'Art'

The Broadway revival of Yasmina Reza's play "Art" highlights the impact of inflation, as a key painting's price has surged from $40,000 in 1998 to $300,000 today. The play explores friendship and conflict among three men, portrayed by Bobby Cannavale, Neil Patrick Harris, and James Corden, under Scott Ellis' direction. It combines humor with poignant insights about relationships.

Robert Redford dies at 89: Priyanka Chopra, Kareena Kapoor pay heartfelt tributes to Oscar-winning actor

Legendary actor-director Robert Redford has passed away at 89, as confirmed by his publicist. Known for iconic films like Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and The Sting, Redford was also a prominent figure in television and produced several projects. Bollywood celebrities, including Kareena Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra, have paid tribute to the cinematic icon.

Chance Perdomo's on-screen dad Sean Patrick Thomas reveals how Gen V S2 deals with actor's death | Interview

Sean Patrick Thomas reveals how Gen V season 2 addresses Chance Perdomo's tragic death, focusing on honoring his memory while maintaining the show's irreverent style. The season explores the loss of Andre's character with emotional depth and the series' signature intensity.

Interview | Manchu Manoj compares his character Black Sword in Mirai to Thanos, Ravana: ‘Not your token villain’

Manchu Manoj returns to cinema with Mirai, playing antagonist Mahabir Lama. His character, compared to Thanos and Ravana, fights for equality with deep-rooted anger. The film has received massive success, with Manoj feeling confident about his performance and future projects.