Superstar Rajinikanth, who greeted fans outside his residence on the happy occasion of Pongal, has now disclosed that shooting for his eagerly-awaited upcoming film with director Cibi Chakravarthy will begin in April this year.

Rajinikanth, as expected, met fans who had gathered outside his residence to greet him on the festival of Pongal. The superstar, who stepped out of his residence, waved to his fans and wished them a happy Pongal, before talking to the media present at the venue.

On the occasion of Army Day on Thursday, Bollywood actress Yami Gautam took a moment to honour the nation’s armed forces.

Yami took to X, where she re-shared a posed by a music label featuring various scenes from the 2024 political thriller film “Article 370.”

She wrote: Happy Army Day. Today & everyday. Jai Hind.”

Army Day is celebrated on 15 January every year in India, in recognition of Lieutenant General Kodandera M. Cariappa's taking over as the first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army from General Francis Roy Bucher, the last British Commander-in-Chief of India, on 15 January 1949.

The makers of director Vignesh Raja's film, featuring actor Dhanush in the lead, have announced the title of the eagerly awaited action entertainer as 'Kara' on the festival day of Pongal.

Taking to its X timeline to make the announcement, Vels Film International, the production house producing the film, wrote, "#D54 is #கர. #HappyPongal. Directed by @vigneshraja89. Produced by @IshariKGanesh. A @gvprakash musical."

Bollywood's beloved mother and daughter duo, Raveena Tandon and Rasha Thadani, are often seen spending time together, from posing for the shutterbugs to going on a spiritual spree. However, this time these two were seen shooting together.

While it is not clear what exactly these two were shooting for, Raveena and Rasha were seen enjoying a fun gupshup session while working together.

Uploading a glimpse of their fun session in front of the camera, Raveena wrote on her Instagram, "Fleeting moments of emotions … (red heart emoji) The gup shup doesn’t end when @rashathadani and I are shooting together .. With my babies all (sic)."

Actor Ahan Shetty is all set to take forward the legacy of his father, Suniel Shetty, with his next, "Border 2".

In a wholesome moment, the father and son duo were seen grooving on the revamped version of the "Jaate Hue Lamhon" track from the sequel.

It must be noted that the original version of the song was picturized on Suniel in the 1997 drama "Border".

Actress Rani Mukerji, who is all geared up for the release of her “Mardaani 3”, was seen flying kites on the occasion of Makar Sankranti in Gujarat and was thrilled to see the love pouring in for her upcoming film.

Starting her promotional journey from Gujarat, Rani told people in Ahmedabad: “I’m so happy to be in Gujarat, to be in Ahmedabad on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. It is such an auspicious date, and I am thrilled to see the love for Mardaani here. Thank you so much for giving me my film this kind of love. It is really precious. Thank you.”

“I had a great time flying a kite,” she was heard saying on the mic.

Salman Khan and former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni joined singer AP Dhillon for an adrenaline-packed muddy adventure in Bollywood superstar’s farmhouse in Panvel, where the trio was seen tearing through slush on all-terrain vehicles.

Dhillon took to Instagram to share a series of photographs capturing the trio in high spirits during the muddy escapade. The images show the stylish men splattered with mud as they rode an ATV through the slush.

The fan club for Yami Gautam's courtroom drama "Haq" continues to expand.

Most recently, actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu showered praises on the team for making a film that is so layered and so free of judgment.

Taking to the Stories section of her Instagram account, Samantha penned an appreciation post saying, "I had to write this the moment the film ended because I was scared I'd lose even a fraction of what it made me feel. Stories like this are rare. So deeply human. So layered. So free of judgment or bias. And even rarer when they're brought alive by an actor of this caliber @yamigautam. (sic)."

Actress Ishita Dutta opened up about her dilemma as a mother of two young kids. She revealed through her latest social media post that she has been grappling with something that every mother might be able to relate to.

Ishita said that she is someone who loves to travel, but these days, whenever she steps out, she tends to miss her children badly as her heart continues to remain with them.

However, when she is at home, all she wants to do is step out and expand her horizon.

Actor and a proud father Suniel Shetty had tears rolling down his cheek as he got emotional while speaking about his son Ahan Shetty’s journey in the film industry, saying that he did face a setback post his maiden film “Tadap” in 2021 and that Border 2 is the best possible film his son could have received as his second project.

It was on Monday, when Suniel joined his son Ahan at the launch of the revamped version of the song “Jaate Hue Lamhon”, which originally featured in the 1997 film “Border” starring the veteran actor.

Before Allu Arjun's blockbuster hit "Pushpa: The Rule" release in Japan on January 16, the 'Stylish Star' has reached Tokyo to promote his action entertainer in the country.

Allu Arjun took to his official Instagram handle and greeted the netizens with a lovely postcard from Tokyo. The picture with 'Tokyo' written on it featured the beautiful skyline of the place.

Earlier, Geek Pictures India, the distributors of the film in Japan, took to their X timeline and announced, "'Konnichiwa, Nihon no Tomo yo' Indian Cinema’s Industry Hit blazes into Japan in full force! Pushpa Raj takes over Japan on 16th January, 2026, taking the wildfire across borders and seas. #Pushpa2inJapan #Pushpa2TheRule #PushpaKunrin #WildFirePushpa."

Filmmaker Subhash Ghai has heaped praise on filmmaker Aditya Dhar for the blockbuster “Dhurandhar”, calling it an exceptional example of artistic filmmaking presented on a commercial platform in Hindi cinema.

Subhash took to Instagram, where he shared a picture of Aditya and said that the film left a deep impression on him and that he could not stop admiring the fine detailing in its storytelling.

Actress Mouni Roy wished one of her favourite couples, Nupur Sanon and Stebin Ben, as they embark on a new journey together after tying the knot in a Christian wedding.

Showering her love on the newlyweds, Mouni called Nupur and Stebin beautiful human beings.

Posting a picture of Nupur and Stebin locking lips after saying "I Do" on her Instagram Stories, Mouni penned a heartfelt note saying, "Heartiest congratulations to one of my fav couples & best beautiful hoomans inside out. May this be the beginning of your most wonderful, magical meaningful journey together. All my love X @nupursanon @stebinben (sic)."

As her daughter Vamika turned five, actress Anushka Sharma reflected on her journey into motherhood, sharing that she cherishes every part of it and wouldn’t trade her version of motherhood for anything in the world.

Anushka, who welcomed her first child Vamika in 2021 with star cricketer Virat Kohli, took to her Instagram stories re-sharing a post about how motherhood changes a person.

The post read, “Let motherhood change you - and take responsibility for this new version of you. The idea that we can keep our old lives, just slightly adjusted, and simply take our babies along… is only partly true. No one mentioned the cost. With tired eyes and a full heart, our needs are not disappearing - they’re being rearranged.

Actress Chitrangda Singh, who will next be seen in “Battle Of Galwan”, has heaped praise on superstar Salman Khan, calling him an instinctive performer whose vast experience reflects effortlessly in his work.

Speaking about her experience of working with the actor, Chitrangda said that Salman does not rely on conventional preparation methods, as his process unfolds subconsciously.

“Salman, I think, you know, is one of those actors, firstly, you know, there’s this huge experience. I don’t think he needs to go into a room and start prepping, it’s something that happens subconsciously for him,” Chitrangda told.

Veteran filmmaker Rakesh Roshan has shared a heartwarming birthday note for his superstar son Hrithik Roshan, fondly known as the Greek God of Bollywood, as he turned 52 on Saturday.

Rakesh took to social media to wish his son, fondly nicknamed as ‘Duggu,’ a very happy birthday. He also shared an art creative featuring Hrithik from his younger days and now.

For the caption, Rakesh wrote: “Duggu love you more every year. Happy birthday! Creative by @art_ofroshans. Thank you”.

On his father Allu Aravind’s 77th birthday, superstar Allu Arjun penned an affectionate note, calling the renowned producer “the closest thing to God” in his life.

Arjun took to Instagram, where he shared a picture posing with his father in front of his newly launched Allu Cinemas.

Actress Shweta Tiwari is embracing the good life as she enjoys a serene break in Marbella, Spain.

Sharing moments from her getaway, the actress exuded a quiet sense of calm and balance. She posted a series of pictures from the sun-lit streets of Marbella, a destination famed for its chic Mediterranean charm.

As he is all set to be seen in three films as different as chalk and cheese such as “O Romeo”, “Ginny Weds Sunny 2” and “O Saathi Re”, actor Avinash Tiwary says 2026 year marks a phase of deep creative exploration for him as he juggles diverse projects that push his acting boundaries.

“I'm constantly recalibrating as an actor while switching between these three projects that have pushed me to work my creative muscle like never before. And it's an exhilarating ride!” Avinash told.

The poster of the upcoming film ‘O’Romeo’ was unveiled on Friday. It presents the first glimpse of Shahid Kapoor as Romeo in the film.

The film, helmed by Vishal Bhardwaj, promises a unique cinematic experience. Shahid’s intense look in this first reveal hints at a character that is both menacing and quirky, showcasing the depth, drama, and passion that O’Romeo is ready to bring to the screen.

The film also stars Triptii Dimri and Nana Patekar. The film will be released in theatres on February 13, 2026. Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor has once again joined forces with filmmaker-producer Vishal Bhardwaj for the film.

Punjabi singer-songwriter A. P. Dhillon, who is known for ‘Excuses’, ‘Summer High’, ‘Brown Munde’ and others, has released a new track ‘Raatan Lambiyaan’ in collaboration with Shinda Kahlon. This guitar-laden rock track marks a bold new sonic direction for A. P. Dhillon fresh off the heels of his entirely sold-out One of One Tour, which saw him perform to massive crowds, including 20,000 fans in Delhi alone.

Veteran actor Suniel Shetty extended warm birthday wishes to filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan, who turned 61 on Friday, celebrating her infectious energy and authenticity.

Sharing a heartfelt note on X, Suniel wrote that while years may pass, Farah remains “exactly the same,” praising her for having “no filters, no pretence.”

“Faaaaa... years may pass but you? Exactly the same!!! No filters, no pretence. Just you, your big heart, and that energy that makes everything feel lighter. Never change that. Wishing you the happiest birthday. @TheFarahKhan,” wrote the actor, who worked with Farah in the 2004 film “Main Hoon Na”.

Actor Randeep Hooda says staying connected to one’s roots has always guided his personal and professional journey. He feels that language and culture are not barriers but powerful strengths that shape perspective and identity.

“I’ve always believed in embracing your roots as we move forward with time. For me, language and culture are not limitations, they are strengths that shape who we are and how we see the world,” Randeep told.

As part of her YouTube journey, director and choreographer Farah Khan and her cook Dilip visited actor and YouTuber Purav Jha at his Mumbai residence.

During the conversation, Farah admitted that, she wanted Purav and not Uorfi Javed to win the reality show, "The Traitors".

"I felt really bad because I genuinely wanted you to win Traitors", the 'Om Shanti Om' maker said.

Bollywood star Alia Bhatt has taken to her social media account to laud Ranveer Singh starrer Dhurandhar. The actress reposted the post that featured on the social media page of her production house, Eternal Sunshine.

The post highlighted how the movie is the ‘number one chapter in the history of Indian cinema. The post ’read, “It’s the voice of today’s India. It’s the choice of today’s India. It’s based on a chapter in history. And now it’s the number one chapter in India’s cinema history.”

As promised, the makers of Yash's much-discussed period gangster drama, "Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups" have unveiled the first glimpse of his character Raya from the movie, that too on his 40th birthday.

After witnessing the power-packed preview, filmmaker Karan Johar couldn't help but congratulate Yash on a fabulous birthday announcement.

KJo called the latest sneak peek into "Toxic" simply kick ass.

 As rockstar Yash rang in his 40th birthday on Thursday, the makers of his upcoming film Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups marked the occasion by revealing a striking glimpse of his character, Raya raw, bold and unapologetically intense.

The star took to Instagram and X to unveil a gripping clip introducing his character, Raya. Set against the eerie silence of a cemetery, the video opens with a burial in progress before cutting to Yash’s character seated in a car with a woman in an intimate moment. Behind them, a bomb is placed, yet the two remain completely unfazed.

Actress Neetu Kapoor used social media to relive a fond memory with her daughter, Riddhima Kapoor.

The 'Jugjugg Jeeyo' actress took to the Stories section of her official Instagram handle and dropped a throwback photo of the adorable mother and daughter duo.

The photograph had Neetu lovingly holding little Riddhima in her arms. While the little one is flaunting her heart-melting smile at the camera, Neetu has her eyes fixed on her little bundle of joy.

Actor Babil Khan recently opened a small window into the lighter, everyday moments he shared with his late father Irrfan Khan as he remembered how he would often jump on him by saying “sofa mode activated”.

Babil took to Instagram, where he shared two images. The first was a nostalgic photograph showing a young Babil lying on the back of his father, the late Irrfan Khan. Both appear relaxed and comfortable on a striped floor mat, with simple pillows and a few household items around them.

Bollywood’s Greek God Hrithik Roshan knows how to let his presence do the talking as he dropped a glimpse that subtly showcased his chiselled frame and washboard abs.

Taking to Instagram, the 51-year-old star shared a BTS video from a photoshoot, where he showcased his perfect washboard abs.

He wrote as the caption: “Vibes on. Control off…”

Actor Arjun Rampal made quite a splash with his portrayal as Major Iqbal in Aditya Dhar's much-appreciated "Dhurandhar".

Now, basking in the success of his latest release, Rampal decided to witness the spy thriller with some of his buddies in Goa.

The movie was followed by a lovely dinner, making for a wholesome evening.

Agastya Nanda called playing Arun Khetarpal, the youngest recipient of the Param Vir Chakra, in his debut movie "Ikkis", his most special character.

As Agastya himself is not on social media, his sister, Navya Nanda, dropped a short and sweet gratitude note on his behalf on her Instagram saying, "This was, is, and always will be the most special character I got to play. Thank you Arun Khetarpal....Love, Agastya. (sic)"

Previously, Agastya shared that music played a crucial role in helping him understand his character in "Ikkis".

Actress Yami Gautam, who often takes pride in her pahadi roots, recently shared a glimpse of her simple winter indulgence with sister Surili calling it her “perfect combo”.

Yami took to Instagram to share a serene moment from home, where she is seen engrossed in a heartfelt chat with her sister, sipping on hot tea and savouring panjiri laddoos, with the tranquil sylvan forest enveloping her in the background.

On her father and former cricketer Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi's birthday, actress Soha Ali Khan decided to honor his legacy by paying a visit to the Eden Gardens stadium in Kolkata.

Soha dropped a video of herself soaking in the memories of her late father at Eden, compiled with some throwback glimpses of the memorable 1974 Test against West Indies.

Bollywood actor-filmmaker Kunal Kemmu-starrer family comedy series “Single Papa” has been renewed for season 2.

Shashank Khaitan, Executive Producer of the series, shared that “Single Papa” was always conceived as a long-form, family-first story that could grow with its characters.

Khaitan said in a statement: “Seeing audiences connect so deeply with baby Amul, Gaurav and the Gehlots only reinforces our belief that their story was never meant to end with a single chapter. Our partnership with Netflix has been integral to building this world with honesty and heart. The Gehlots’ journey is far from over, and Season 2 allows us to explore their relationships, challenges and joys with even greater depth and warmth.”