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Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana says no to KBC special episode; here's why

A special KBC episode celebrating India's ICC Women's Cricket World Cup victory was being shot this week, but the team's vice-captain, Smriti Mandhana, was unexpectedly missing from the show

Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana says no to KBC special episode; here's why
Updated On : 27 Nov 2025 | 4:07 PM IST

The end of Jai-Veeru era: Amitabh Bachchan pens moving note for Dharmendra

Veteran actor Dharmendra's passing on Monday prompted an outpouring of grief across the Hindi film industry, with actors and filmmakers sharing heartfelt tributes and memories

The end of Jai-Veeru era: Amitabh Bachchan pens moving note for Dharmendra
Updated On : 25 Nov 2025 | 1:25 PM IST

Fans throng outside Jalsa to celebrate Amitabh Bachchan's 83rd birthday

It was celebration and devotion in equal measures outside Amitabh Bachchan's residence Jalsa on Saturday as hundreds of fans gathered for the legendary actor's 83rd birthday, turning the lanes of Juhu into a sea of posters and placards. Bachchan's birthday has, for decades, been more than a personal milestone it is an occasion that unites fans from across the country, a reminder of the unwavering adoration that continues to surround Hindi cinema's enduring icon. For many, the annual trip to the megastar's residence has become a ritual - a chance to stand for hours in the hope of catching a fleeting glimpse of the man whose stardom has defined generations. Some came dressed as his most famous on-screen characters, others held up life-size cutouts and banners bearing his image and famous dialogues. A fan, wearing a shirt which read "Wishing you bestest 83rd", called Bachchan a "living legend". Every year, we members of Amitabh Bachchan's extended family come here on October 11 to g

Fans throng outside Jalsa to celebrate Amitabh Bachchan's 83rd birthday
Updated On : 11 Oct 2025 | 8:54 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan buys 3 land parcels in Alibaug worth ₹6.6 cr

As per official documents, the deals were registered on October 7, 2025, with the properties located in The House of Abhinandan Lodha (HoABL) Alibag Phase 2 - a premium gated development.

Amitabh Bachchan buys 3 land parcels in Alibaug worth ₹6.6 cr
Updated On : 10 Oct 2025 | 4:55 PM IST

Delhi HC extends personality rights protection to actor Nagarjuna Akkineni

The Delhi High Court granted Telugu actor Nagarjuna protection of his personality rights, orders removal of 14 identified URLs misusing his image, name or videos

Delhi HC extends personality rights protection to actor Nagarjuna Akkineni
Updated On : 25 Sep 2025 | 12:31 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan starts KBC 17 shoot, shuts down rumours of quitting

Amitabh Bachchan has confirmed his return as the host of 'Kaun Banega Crorepati' Season 17 shoot, putting an end to rumours of Salman Khan replacing him. The new season is expected to air in Aug 2025

Amitabh Bachchan starts KBC 17 shoot, shuts down rumours of quitting
Updated On : 09 Jul 2025 | 5:52 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan returns to X to praise 'Op Sindoor', slams Pahalgam attack

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan on early Sunday morning made his social media comeback with a lengthy post on 'Operation Sindoor' by the Indian armed forces in retaliation of the Pahalgam terror attack, after weeks of sharing a series of blank posts on his X page and personal blog for . The veteran actor had not made any post on X since April 22, hours before terrorists attacked Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir killing 26 people. Bachchan, 82, expressed sadness over the massacre of innocent civilians in Pahalgam. In his post, he also lauded the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government for launching 'Operation Sindoor' which targeted nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, including Bahawalpur which is a major base of Jaish-e-Mohammad terror outfit. "The Pahalgam attack where they killed 26 innocent tourists .. all with their families enjoying a holiday , mercilessly, at one spot - even on a couple just married three days ago, who had come for their Honeymoon .. wil

Amitabh Bachchan returns to X to praise 'Op Sindoor', slams Pahalgam attack
Updated On : 11 May 2025 | 10:57 AM IST

The Age of Bhaarat: Amitabh Bachchan-backed Tara Gaming releases trailer

A veteran game developer who has worked on Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands has teamed up with Amitabh Bachchan and author Amish Tripathi to create an India-themed action-adventure game

The Age of Bhaarat: Amitabh Bachchan-backed Tara Gaming releases trailer
Updated On : 01 May 2025 | 4:40 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan to narrate stories for Ram Katha: When and where to watch?

Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan will narrate the Ram Katha on Jio Hotstar on April 6 in honor of Ram Navami. Aartis, musical tributes, and ceremonies from sacred sites will also be a part of it

Amitabh Bachchan to narrate stories for Ram Katha: When and where to watch?
Updated On : 01 Apr 2025 | 5:56 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan beats SRK as highest taxpaying actor at ₹120 cr for FY25

Amitabh Bachchan paid ₹120 crore in taxes on earnings of ₹350 crore from feature films, brand endorsements, and television appearances, most notably 'Kaun Banega Crorepati'

Amitabh Bachchan beats SRK as highest taxpaying actor at ₹120 cr for FY25
Updated On : 18 Mar 2025 | 2:15 PM IST

KBC 16: Samay Raina jokes on Amitabh Bachchan's Sooryavansham, watch video

Amitabh Bachchan was recently joined by comedians Samay Raina, Tanmay Bhat, and Bhuvan Bam on Kaun Banega Crorepati 16. The video of Samay Raina cracking jokes on Sooryavansham went viral

KBC 16: Samay Raina jokes on Amitabh Bachchan's Sooryavansham, watch video
Updated On : 30 Jan 2025 | 10:51 AM IST

Amitabh Bachchan sells his duplex apartment in Mumbai for Rs 83 cr

The property is located in The Atlantis, a residential project by Crystal Group in Mumbai's Oshiwara

Amitabh Bachchan sells his duplex apartment in Mumbai for Rs 83 cr
Updated On : 20 Jan 2025 | 2:31 PM IST

Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan sells duplex flat in Mumbai for Rs 83 cr

Square Yards' analysis, based on a review of IGR registration documents, reveals that the duplex apartment was purchased by Bachchan for Rs 31 crore in April 2021 and was currently sold for Rs 83 cr.

Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan sells duplex flat in Mumbai for Rs 83 cr
Updated On : 20 Jan 2025 | 1:00 PM IST

When Ratan Tata borrowed money from Amitabh Bachchan at London airport

Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan shared a heartfelt memory involving the late Ratan Tata in a recent episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 16

When Ratan Tata borrowed money from Amitabh Bachchan at London airport
Updated On : 29 Oct 2024 | 6:16 PM IST

Bachchan family's real estate investments cross Rs 100 cr mark in 2024

Actor Amitabh Bachchan's latest acquisition is worth Rs 24.95 crore in Mulund

Bachchan family's real estate investments cross Rs 100 cr mark in 2024
Updated On : 24 Oct 2024 | 6:10 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan turns 82: Bollywood celebs wish Big B on his birthday

Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan turned 82 today, on October 11, 2024. Fans and bollywood have started wishing and gathering outside his home, Jalsa, in Mumbai since last night

Amitabh Bachchan turns 82: Bollywood celebs wish Big B on his birthday
Updated On : 11 Oct 2024 | 3:05 PM IST

Lights, Camera, Commerce: Rajinikanth, Bachchan unite in branding mega-hit

Rajinikanth and Bachchan to be seen together on silver screen after 33 years since Hum in 1991

Lights, Camera, Commerce: Rajinikanth, Bachchan unite in branding mega-hit
Updated On : 06 Oct 2024 | 10:59 PM IST

Rahul Dravid, Zaheer Khan, Karan Johar invest in Swiggy ahead of IPO launch

Swiggy previously secured investments from Bollywood stars like Madhuri Dixit and Amitabh Bachchan, along with entrepreneur Ritesh Malik, during its pre-IPO funding rounds

Rahul Dravid, Zaheer Khan, Karan Johar invest in Swiggy ahead of IPO launch
Updated On : 25 Sep 2024 | 11:03 AM IST

Kalki 2898 AD sequel shooting to begin in 2025, the producers confirm

Kalki 2898 AD producers have shared updates on the filming of the second instalment. After the first success of Part 1, they are more excited than nervous this time

Kalki 2898 AD sequel shooting to begin in 2025, the producers confirm
Updated On : 30 Aug 2024 | 6:25 PM IST

SRK debuts on Hurun India Rich List 2024: Who else from Bollywood made it?

With a net worth of Rs 7,300 crore, Shar Rukh Khan is the richest Bollywood actor on the Hurun India Rich List 204, followed by Juhi Chawla

SRK debuts on Hurun India Rich List 2024: Who else from Bollywood made it?
Updated On : 29 Aug 2024 | 3:22 PM IST