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Amar Upadhyay returns as Mihir Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi — new promo unveiled!

Star Plus has officially confirmed one of television's most speculated comebacks — Amar Upadhyay is set to return as Mihir Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. The channel dropped a new promo announcing the development, putting an end to weeks of fan theories and speculation about whether the character would make a comeback to the show. The timing of the announcement coincides with Ganesh Chaturthi, adding a symbolic touch to the storyline, as the makers frame Mihir's return as an answer to Tulsi's prayers within the narrative. Speaking about his return, Amar Upadhyay said, "Mihir mere liye sirf ek character nahi hai (is not just a character). He has been such a huge part of my journey, and the love audiences have given him over the years is something I have always carried with me. There has been so much chatter around whether Mihir is coming back. My fans have been eagerly waiting for my return and haven't stopped asking when I would be back on the show. Hon...

Web Series Review: THE REVOLUTIONARIES is a grand, compelling and well-performed historical drama

Star Cast: Bhuvan Bam, Rohit Saraf, Pratibha Ranta, Gurfateh Singh Pirzada Director: Nikkhil Advani Synopsis: THE REVOLUTIONARIES is the story of unsung heroes. Rash Behari Bose (Bhuvan Bam) is an assistant professor in the chemistry department of a college in Dehradun. He has successfully created the impression that he is firmly loyal to the British Crown. In reality, he is secretly plotting to strike at the Empire. On December 23, 1912, he, along with Basanta Kumar Biswas (Rajdeep Bhattacharya), hurls a self-made bomb at the convoy of Lord Hardinge (Richard John Maddison), the Viceroy and Governor-General of India. Hardinge survives, though he is severely injured in the attack. Lt Col Reginald Edward Harry Dyer (Jason Shah) is deeply disturbed by the incident and vows to track down the culprit. His investigation brings him to Dehradun, but Rash Behari Bose escapes in the nick of time. Severely injured, Rash reaches Benaras, where the Sanyal family, headed by Abani (Tota Roy Chaudhar...

Rashmika Mandanna partners with HYBE INDIA to discover young female talent in India

HYBE INDIA has partnered with actor Rashmika Mandanna for its HYBE INDIA Audition: Final Call, an initiative aimed at discovering and developing young talent across India. As part of the campaign, Rashmika has spoken about her own journey and encouraged aspiring young women to take steps towards their ambitions. The collaboration comes after HYBE INDIA announced the final phase of its audition initiative, which is searching for talent with the potential to connect with audiences in India and globally. In a campaign video featuring Rashmika, the actor reflects on the dreams that shaped her career, the opportunities she received and the effort that went into turning her aspirations into reality. The video also includes glimpses of her childhood. Rashmika, who has worked across multiple Indian film industries, has built a career that spans different languages and regional markets. Through the campaign, she encourages young girls to recognise their abilities, remain confident in their ind...

Ali Fazal reacts as fans get tattoos inspired by Mirzapur: The Movie character Guddu Pandit: “Guddu belongs to the audience as much as he belongs to me now”

The popularity of Guddu Pandit, played by Ali Fazal in the Mirzapur franchise, continues to grow as fans find new ways to show their connection with the character. With Mirzapur: The Movie currently running in theatres, the character’s fandom has extended beyond social media posts and fan edits, with some admirers now getting tattoos inspired by Guddu Bhaiya. Over the years, Guddu Pandit has influenced fan-created content, hairstyles, fashion choices, videos and edits. The latest expression of fandom has seen fans getting tattoos inspired by Ali Fazal’s character, reflecting the impact Guddu has had on the audience. Ali Fazal, who has played Guddu Pandit across the franchise, said he feels touched by the continued response to the character, particularly after Guddu made the transition from the streaming series to the big screen. Talking about the response, Ali Fazal says, “Honestly, I am extremely touched and overwhelmed by the love Guddu Bhaiya continues to receive. To see how the fa...

Kartik Aaryan adds a stylish glow to the party season with Armani Exchange watches

Kartik Aaryan appears to be bringing a fresh dose of style to the upcoming party season. The actor has teased what looks like a new collection from Armani Exchange Watches, giving fans a glimpse of the brand’s latest offering through a new social media post. Known for his fashion choices and on-screen presence, Kartik features in the teaser with a look that combines a playful edge with a confident vibe. The campaign appears to focus on the latest watch collection while bringing in the energy associated with the festive and party season. The teaser hints at a collection that blends bold design with an after-dark aesthetic. Kartik’s styling adds to the overall mood, creating a look that feels suited to evening occasions, celebrations and parties. While details about the collection are yet to be revealed, the glimpse suggests that the watches are designed to make a statement.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by KARTIK AARYAN (@kartikaaryan) The actor’s associatio...

Amitabh Bachchan says hosting Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 has been “heart-breaking” due to THIS reason!

Amitabh Bachchan is back in the host’s chair for the 18th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati, but the veteran actor has revealed that his latest stint on the popular quiz show has also been emotionally challenging. Bachchan recently opened up about some of the personal stories shared by contestants and admitted that certain experiences have made it difficult for him to continue hosting the show. In his latest entry on his personal Tumblr account, Amitabh Bachchan spoke about the emotional impact of interacting with contestants who arrive on the show with difficult experiences from their lives. “Some contestants come with such grave personal stories, that it becomes difficult to conduct not just our feelings for them but also to continue hosting the show,” he wrote. The actor further described the experience as deeply affecting, while choosing not to reveal details about the contestants or their stories. “I shall not indulge more because it would take away some elements from the understan...

EXCLUSIVE: Gaurav Thakur and Neel Kothari’s Indo-German film The Bombay Blood to screen at Indian Embassy in Berlin

Gaurav Thakur and Neel Kothari’s Indo-German feature film The Bombay Blood is set to reach another milestone with a special screening at the Indian Embassy in Berlin on September 11. Produced by Neel Kothari, Gaurav Hrishikesh Thakur and Daniel E. Pajak, the film has been written, directed and edited by Gaurav Hrishikesh Thakur. Bringing together creative talent from India and Germany, The Bombay Blood explores an Indian protagonist and cultural identity within a European setting. The story unfolds as a high-stakes survival narrative with an international backdrop, combining performers and filmmakers from both countries. The film features Dirk Böhling, Philipp Oliver Baumgarten, Katrin Ingendoh, Sabine Urban, Gaurav Thakur, Kashyap Parulekar, Mithun Ramdharne and Kajal Raturi in key roles. For producer Neel Kothari, the project marks an important step in his journey as a producer. Reflecting on the film and his collaboration with Gaurav Thakur, Kothari says, “From producing theatre an...