Filmmaker Karan Johar, whose credits include films such as “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai” and “My Name Is Khan”, slammed a troll on social media for addressing him as “nanny of nepo kids” and called for lesser negativity. Advertisement Johar shared a post on his Instagram handle on Monday praising “Saiyaara” actors, Ahaan Panday, who made his acting debut, and Aneet Padda, known for featuring in web series “Big Girls Don’t Cry” and the Kajol-starrer film “Salaam Venky”. Directed by Mohit Suri, “Saiyaara” was released on July 18 and has garnered a positive response from the audience.

OXBIG NEWS NETWORK, now published from Chandigarh, started publication on February 2, 1881, in Lahore (now in Pakistan). It was started by Sardar Dyal Singh Majithia, a public-spirited philanthropist, and is run by a trust comprising five eminent persons as trustees. OXBIG NEWS NETWORK, the largest selling English daily in North India, publishes news and views without any bias or prejudice of any kind. Restraint and moderation, rather than agitational language and partisanship, are the hallmarks of the newspaper. It is an independent newspaper in the real sense of the term.

Advertisement The Vampire Diaries actor Paul Wesley has announced his engagement to longtime girlfriend and model Natalie Kuckenburg.Wesley took to Instagram to share a photo with Natalie, who can be seen flaunting her engagement ring. The announcement came with a glimpse into the couple's romantic Italian getaway. The 25-year-old also confirmed the news on her Instagram handle, posting a picture of her hand being held by Wesley. "Yes. Always and forever," she captioned the photo, showcasing a stunning oval-cut diamond engagement ring. The engagement came on the heels of the couple's recent Italian vacation.

Mark Savage Music Correspondent Getty Images Stevie Wonder recently addressed a long-standing rumour that he is not actually blind At the age of 75, Stevie Wonder is still going strong. His latest UK tour, which wrapped up earlier this month received rapturous reviews, with critics calling the star "fresh and on form" for "a riotously joyful celebration" of his music. But while contemporaries like Billy Joel and The Eagles are reducing their musical commitments, Wonder says he will never consider retiring. "For as long as you breathe, for as long as your heart beats, there's more for you to do," the Motown legend told the BBC's Sidetracked podcast.

India is on the precipice of an “amazing, undeniable” global soft power whose "guardians" in equal measure are both those living in the homeland as well as the Indian diaspora, Emmy-Award winning comedian and actor Vir Das has said.“I think something that the diaspora does really well is to protect culture,” Das said in New York during a special interaction hosted at Asia Society the eve of the premiere of his latest comedy special Vir Das: Fool Volume. Advertisement Das, who won the 2023 International Emmy for Best Comedy for his comedy special Landing, said amid applause and laughter from the audience at the event that what he finds “lovely" about the Indian diaspora is that while they have an American accent and American values, but “at your shaadi, you (dance) to Mehendi Laga Ke Rakhna.

Actor cum cricket show host Mandira Bedi has said that while people generally adopt infants, grown-up parentless children should also have adoptive parents. She also said the process should be made simpler to encourage people to go for adoption. Advertisement Bedi, the mother of a biological and an adoptive child, said, “For us, adoption was never the last resort." "Even when I was dating my husband, I told him I've always wanted to have a biological child and adopt one. It wasn't just a passing thought — it was a dream I held on to from my early 20s," she said.

Ian Youngs Culture reporter Getty Images Ellen DeGeneres, pictured in 2023, moved to the Cotswolds last November US TV star Ellen DeGeneres has made her first public appearance since moving to the UK, saying she decided to settle in England the day after Donald Trump was re-elected US president. The comedian and host told a crowd in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, that life "is just better" in the UK. Ellen said she and wife Portia de Rossi were considering getting married again in England after some moves in the US to reverse the right to gay marriage, and that America can still be "scary for people to be who they are".

Cast member unfurls Palestinian flag at Royal Opera House A cast member at the Royal Opera House has unfurled a Palestinian flag on stage during the curtain call of Saturday's performance. Video shows a brief scuffle as an official at the London venue tries unsuccessfully to stop the protest, with the performer refusing to let go of the large flag. It came on the closing night of Il trovatore, a four-act opera by Giuseppe Verdi. The Royal Opera House said the protest was "completely inappropriate for a curtain call". A spokesperson said: "The display of the flag was spontaneous and unauthorised action by the artist.

Actor Josh Lucas of "Sweet Home Alabama" fame got married to television meteorologist Brianna Ruffalo. The duo announced the news of their wedding, which took place in Vatican City, with a series of Instagram posts on Friday. Ruffalo, 34, shared pictures from their wedding day, featuring her alongside the actor. "Mr. and Mrs.  Incredibly blessed to receive this sacrament together inside the heart of the Catholic Church and holy city," read the caption of the post. Lucas, 54, also shared pictures from their big day on his social media handle.

Filmmaker Chandra Barot, best known for directing the 1978 cult classic “Don” starring Amitabh Bachchan, passed away at a hospital in Bandra in Mumbai on Sunday. He was 86. Advertisement His wife, Deepa Barot, confirmed his death to the OXBIG NEWS NETWORK, revealing that the filmmaker had been battling pulmonary fibrosis for the past seven years. Barot was undergoing treatment at Guru Nanak Hospital under Dr Manish Shetty. He had earlier been admitted to Jaslok Hospital. Born and raised in Tanzania, Barot initially worked at a bank before moving to India.

Coldplay’s concert at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on Wednesday has become the talk of the internet largely for the viral ‘kiss cam’ moment involving Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and the company’s HR head. However, there is another video involving an Indian couple and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin that has surfaced from the same night and is now being widely shared on social media. Advertisement Chris Martin invites Indian couple on stage The video shows Chris pausing his performance to invite an Indian couple on stage after noticing their handmade sign in the crowd that read, “Just engaged, can we sing ‘Magic’ together?”

Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan penned a heartfelt note admiring his son, Abhishek Bachchan, who has recently completed 25 years in the acting industry. Advertisement Amitabh shared a post on his blog on Saturday. “The essence of life is NEVER GIVE UP .. fight till the very end .. you may win you may lose .. BUT AT LEAST YOU FOUGHT. The ‘pluckiest’ .. (the trait of showing courage and determination)  loser has more respect than the ‘so called winner ‘ .. for the pluckiest loser always shall be remembered by - ‘he fought and almost WON’.

India is on the precipice of being an “amazing, undeniable” global soft power whose "guardians" in equal measure are both those living in the homeland as well as the Indian diaspora, Emmy-Award winning comedian and actor Vir Das has said. Advertisement “I think something that the diaspora does really well is protect culture,” Das said here during a special interaction hosted at Asia Society. Das, who won the 2023 International Emmy for Best Comedy for his comedy special ‘Landing', said amid applause and laughter from the audience at the event that what he finds “lovely" about the Indian diaspora is that while they have an American accent and American values, but “at your shaadi, you (dance) to ‘Mehendi laga ke rakhna'”.

The CEO of the technology firm Astronomer Inc has resigned after being caught canoodling on camera at a rock concert with a woman who was not his wife, the company said on Saturday. Advertisement The company posted a written statement on its LinkedIn profile stating that its leaders “are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability, and recently, that standard was not met.” The statement said that Andy Byron had offered his resignation as CEO and that the board of directors had accepted it. Byron had been placed on leave on Friday, and Chief Product Officer Pete DeJoy is serving as the interim CEO.

The CEO of the technology firm Astronomer Inc has resigned after being caught canoodling on camera at a rock concert with a woman who was not his wife, the company said on Saturday. Advertisement The company posted a written statement on its LinkedIn profile stating that its leaders “are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability, and recently, that standard was not met.” The statement said that Andy Byron had offered his resignation as CEO and that the board of directors had accepted it. Byron had been placed on leave on Friday, and Chief Product Officer Pete DeJoy is serving as the interim CEO.

The CEO of the technology firm Astronomer Inc has resigned after being caught canoodling on camera at a rock concert with a woman who was not his wife, the company said on Saturday. Advertisement The company posted a written statement on its LinkedIn profile stating that its leaders “are expected to set the standard in both conduct and accountability, and recently, that standard was not met.” The statement said that Andy Byron had offered his resignation as CEO and that the board of directors had accepted it. Byron had been placed on leave on Friday, and Chief Product Officer Pete DeJoy is serving as the interim CEO.

Actor Tiger Shroff on Friday attended the trailer launch of Hunter 2, surprising dad Jackie Shroff and Suniel Shetty. Advertisement He came to offer his support to the entire Hunter 2 team. Cheering for his father and Suniel Shetty, Tiger at the trailer launch said, "Honestly speaking, I'm getting a chance to witness two OG action heroes together after a very long time. So, very happy to be witnessing the trailer for the first time with you all, so congratulations. "I'm feeling strange trying to come here and tell you guys to watch my dad's series.

Punjabi actor Sonam Bajwa, who made her Hindi debut this year, has completed shooting for her next film Baaghi 4. Advertisement The upcoming film is the fourth installment of the Baaghi franchise and also stars Tiger Shroff, Harnaaz Sandhu and Sanjay Dutt. Directed by A Harsha, known for Bhajarangi and “Vajrakaya”, the film is scheduled to release in theatres on September 5. The 35-year-old actor shared the news with a post on Instagram on Friday evening, which featured her holding the clapperboard. "And just like that, it's a wrap. My second Hindi film, a journey stitched together with fire and faith," she wrote in the caption.

What drew you to the story? When I first heard the concept, I was genuinely intrigued. The story felt fresh. It wasn’t just another love story. What really drew me in was how beautifully the show portrayed age-gap relationships, which are still considered a taboo in our society. That bold and sensitive take made me want to be part of it. Age-gap relationships are rarely explored with depth and nuance on Indian television. How is it handled in the show? You’re absolutely right—age-gap relationships are often either sensationalised or ignored. What I appreciate about Tumm Se Tumm Tak is that it doesn’t treat the age difference as a gimmick or controversy.

Bollywood actress Bhumi Pednekar's weight loss journey has been a topic of interest among fans, owing to her significant transformation through self-care, fitness and mindful living. From gaining weight for her debut role in Dum Laga Ke Haisha in 2015 to going slim and fit in her latest, The Royals, the actress' transformation over the years has left fans swooning. Advertisement Bhumi never fails to make extensive culinary explorations. Her Instagram handle brings her foodie side to the front, whether it is from her free days at home or at vacations.

Sony Entertainment Television’s Super Dancer Chapter 5 is not just a platform for young dance prodigies, it’s also a celebration of their mothers’ unwavering support that powers their dreams. These talented kids already enjoy a massive fan base on social media, with their performances racking up millions of views and reactions, proving that age is no bar when it comes to winning hearts. Advertisement Sensational Somansh Dangwal from Ramnagar, Uttarakhand, the journey to India’s biggest dance stage has been possible only because of his mother’s courage and unconditional love. Kanchan Dangwal, Somansh’s mother and his strongest pillar of support, shares, "I was extremely hesitant to even step out of my home.

Rukhsar Rehman, who will soon be seen in Raj Kumar Santoshi’s Lahore and Uttar Da Puttar alongside Anu Kapoor, is stepping into a new role as the host of the upcoming spiritual podcast, The Vedas Speak, which is being produced by Paparazzi Entertainment. Advertisement On why she came on board, she says, “I’ve always been deeply intrigued by galaxies, astrology, spiritualism, mythology and the many wonders of nature. There’s something incredibly captivating about the mysteries woven into the universe, which directly influence our lives.” Her involvement with The Vedas Speak is more like a natural extension of her beliefs.

I don't get the cancel and boycott culture, says actor Vaani Kapoor, who believes censorship in any form restricts an artiste's freedom to take creative risks and explore new ideas. Advertisement In May, Vaani's romance drama movie Abir Gulaal, also starring Pakistani actor Fawad Khan, was set for release in theatres but found itself in a controversy in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, an incident that renewed calls for boycott on Pakistani artistes from politicians and trade organisations. The movie was not allowed to be released. When asked how the recent events affected her, the actress said, "I'm not so into censorship, I believe you can give a certificate...

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan is in the United States amid intense speculation that the actor may have suffered an injury during the shoot of his upcoming action film “King” in Mumbai. Advertisement While fans and media reports claim he is there for treatment, there has been no official confirmation from the Bollywood actor’s team, including manager Pooja Dadlani. Reports circulating in the press and across social media suggest that the 59-year-old star sustained a muscular back injury earlier this week during filming at the Golden Tobacco Studio. They stated that Shah Rukh was advised rest and subsequently travelled to the US for further treatment.

Paul Glynn Culture reporter BBC/Disney/Marvel/Getty This week, another new Marvel movie arrives in the form of Fantastic Four: First Steps. But that's not all the next seven days have in store. Pokémon Presents appears to place Pikachu in the DJ booth, while Ray of Light-era Madonna gets the remix treatment, and Happy Gilmore returns to the greens after almost 30 years. Read on for what's coming up this week... 'It's clobberin' time!' The 37th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe - the first of phase six - lands in UK cinemas from Thursday, so we hope you've been keeping up.