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Kannada star Shiva Rajkumar considered withdrawing from 'Peddi' due to his cancer treatment in the US. Director Buchi Babu Sana's assurance of waiting for his recovery and the compelling script, which deeply resonated with him, convinced him to stay. He praised the film's natural portrayal of human emotions and his character, Gournaidu.

Yatin Karyekar has opened up about how he landed the memorable role of Anand Banerjee, popularly known as Anand Bhai, in Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.. Speaking about the casting process, the actor revealed that he was initially offered a completely different role and even turned it down before convincing filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani to cast him as the largely silent cancer patient.

Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar will portray the father of actor-turned-director Abishan Jeevinth in Gautham Sivaraman's directorial debut. The film, which has already begun shooting in Chennai, also features a strong supporting cast including Yogalakshmi and Gaana Vinoth. This project marks a significant career milestone for Jeevinth, who is set to share screen space with the Sandalwood icon.

Recent tragic incidents in Indian gyms, including celebrity deaths from cardiac arrest and fatal accidents, highlight critical safety concerns. These events underscore the urgent need for mandatory health screenings, proper supervision, and adherence to safety standards within fitness centers to prevent further avoidable tragedies.

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A Delhi Police Crime Branch inspector and a middleman were arrested by the CBI for allegedly demanding a Rs 3 crore bribe from a businessman to influence a fake drug manufacturing case probe. The duo was caught during a trap operation with Rs 24.70 lakh cash recovered. The role of a senior DGCA regional director is also under scrutiny.

The sequel to 'Khal Nayak', titled 'Khalnayak Returns', is in development with Sanjay Dutt reprising his role as Ballu Balram. While Dutt approached rajkumar santoshi to direct, Santoshi declined due to his packed schedule, though he praised Dutt's new look.

Veteran actor Indrans has confirmed his participation in the upcoming Tamil film 'D55,' starring alongside Dhanush and Mammootty. Directed by Rajkumar Periasamy, the movie boasts an impressive ensemble cast including Sai Pallavi and Sreeleela. Periasamy has hinted the film will celebrate unsung heroes, adding to the growing anticipation for this star-studded project.

Get ready for an emotional ride as 'Batwara 1947' featuring Sunny Deol and directed by rajkumar santoshi reveals its first motion poster! Set against the heart-wrenching backdrop of India’s partition, the film stars a stellar cast including Preity Zinta, Shabana Azmi, and Karan Deol. Originally titled 'Lahore 1947', audiences can anticipate its theatrical debut on August 14, 2026. Read on to know more in detail.

Legendary filmmaker and actor Bharathiraja, reportedly worth over Rs 80 crore, leaves behind an unmatched legacy in Tamil cinema. Known for portraying rural life realistically, he inspired generations of storytellers. He is survived by his wife Chandraleela and daughter Janani, after son Manoj passed away in March 2025.

Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar lauded Ram Charan's performance in the upcoming film 'Peddi,' predicting a National Award for his dedication over two and a half years. He described his own role as a coach with a strong purpose. Ram Charan expressed his dream of working with Shiva Rajkumar, calling 'Peddi' a sincere film.

A land dispute turned deadly in Koderma, Jharkhand, where a 35-year-old man was murdered amid construction work. Police have arrested five individuals, including relatives of the victim, in connection with the brutal attack. The long-standing conflict between families escalated, leading to the tragic incident. Investigations are ongoing.