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January 13, 2026

Emraan Hashmi binge-read ‘Taskaree’: 'I was completely sold'

In the thrilling new series 'Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web,' Emraan Hashmi takes on the role of a customs officer at Mumbai Airport, diving deep into the shadowy depths of international smuggling. Under Neeraj Pandey's direction, this narrative peels back the layers of the trafficking underworld, exposing the complexities of smuggler operations.

January 13, 2026

Golmaal 5: Rohit sets up café, police station in Film City

'Golmaal 5' preps for late Feb 2026 shoot in Mumbai's Film City—Rohit Shetty's exception to his Hyderabad/Goa norm. Sets for café, police station, mansion, plus crocodile action ready soon. Stars: Ajay Devgn, Arshad Warsi, Tusshar, Shreyas, Kunal Kemmu; Sharman Joshi returns, female villain buzz. Rights via T A Shah to Shetty.

January 13, 2026

Sivakarthikeyan's'Parasakthi' box office collection day 4

Sivakarthikeyan's 'Parasakthi' opened strongly with Rs 12.5 crore on its first day, fueled by star power and interest in its socio-political theme. However, collections dropped significantly from day two onwards, with day four reporting only Rs 0.57 crore. Controversies surrounding the film's portrayal of historical events and mixed reviews are impacting its box office performance.

January 13, 2026

Emraan Hashmi sold on ‘Taskaree’

In the thrilling new series 'Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web,' Emraan Hashmi takes on the role of a customs officer at Mumbai Airport, diving deep into the shadowy depths of international smuggling. Under Neeraj Pandey's direction, this narrative peels back the layers of the trafficking underworld, exposing the complexities of smuggler operations.

January 13, 2026

Vijay: ‘Sura’ backlash to the ‘Jana Nayagan’ dispute

Tamil cinema's beloved star, Vijay, known for his past support of journalist Dhanya Rajendran against online harassment, now finds himself under the CBI's scrutiny due to a tragic stampede incident.

January 13, 2026

Vijay’s ‘Sarkar’ speech sparks debate amid film certification battle

Actor Vijay's past 'Sarkar' audio launch speech, where he hinted at political aspirations and honest governance, is resurfacing. This renewed attention comes as the star faces a CBI inquiry and his upcoming film 'Jana Nayagan' is embroiled in a legal battle over its certification. The actor's powerful words from 2018 continue to resonate amidst current controversies.

January 13, 2026

Pooja Hegde celebrates 6 years of ‘Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo’

Pooja Hegde joyfully marked the six-year milestone of 'Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo' by sharing a nostalgic photo online. Directed by Trivikram Srinivas and featuring the charismatic Allu Arjun, the film became a blockbuster sensation, raking in an impressive Rs 280 crore worldwide. Its popularity led to a Bollywood adaptation titled 'Shehzada'.

January 13, 2026

Sara Arjun: 'Initial plan was to pursue further studies'

Actress Sara Arjun, a household name after 'Dhurandhar', is making her Telugu debut in Gunasekhar's 'Euphoria'. Initially planning further studies, she was drawn to the film's exploration of crucial societal issues like Children in Conflict with Law and POSCO. Arjun, who signed 'Euphoria' before 'Dhurandhar', felt a deep urge to tell these important stories.

January 13, 2026

O’Romeo: Hussain's daughter slaps makers with Rs 2 crore notice

Sanober Shaikh, daughter of Hussain Ustara, slapped O’Romeo producers with a legal notice, alleging a negative portrayal of her father. She demands Rs. 2 crores within seven days and a release halt. Sent to Sajid Nadiadwala and Vishal Bhardwaj, amid "true events" teaser buzz. Shahid Kapoor starrer hits theaters Feb 13.

January 13, 2026

How Dolly Chaiwala turned a Nagpur tapri into a brand

Long before the internet crowned him a sensation, Sunil Patil was just another teenager helping out at a tea stall in Nagpur’s Sadar area. Money was scarce, opportunities even scarcer. He didn’t have formal education on his side, but what he did have was instinct — the instinct to turn even the most ordinary job into a performance. With barely Rs 7 in his pocket and a kettle in hand, Sunil began serving tea. What followed was the birth of Dolly Chaiwala.

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