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Real reason why Alia Bhatt's pay doubled to $2.9 million for 'Alpha'

From reportedly charging around $1.2–$1.8 million for Jigra to earning a reported $2.9 million for Alpha, Alia Bhatt's latest paycheck reflects her rising box office value, YRF's spy universe expansion, and premium pricing for female-led action films.

Ranbir Kapoor's 'Ramayana Part 1' becomes IMDb’s most anticipated film, but how is it different from other adaptations?

IMDb has ranked Ramayana Part 1 as India’s most anticipated film for the second half of 2026. But the excitement goes beyond star power, reflecting audience faith in a retelling built on authenticity, technology, and emotional storytelling.

Is Rashmika Mandanna turning villain for Atlee’s 'Raaka' with Allu Arjun?

After winning audiences as Allu Arjun’s leading lady in the Pushpa franchise, Rashmika Mandanna is set for a dramatic transformation. The actor will reportedly play the primary antagonist in Atlee’s upcoming pan-India action spectacle.

Akshay Kumar says every Friday still feels like an exam despite three decades of stardom

Fresh off the success of Welcome to the Jungle, Akshay Kumar reflects on discipline, failure, family, and longevity in Bollywood. The veteran actor says success never eliminates pressure, and that every new film still tests him.

Kangana Ranaut calls journalist a 'weirdo' after Vir Das dismisses 'kissing scene' rumor

A decade after Revolver Rani was released, an old rumor about Kangana Ranaut and Vir Das resurfaced online. This time, both actors pushed back, dismissing the claim and exposing how quickly unverified celebrity stories can gain traction.

From Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s sets to Cannes 2026: Journey of Indian American Filmmaker Hemant Pandya

Ffilmmaker Hemant Pandya reflects on nearly four decades in cinema, his journey from Gujarati theater to Cannes 2026, and why he believes Indian Americans deserve far greater representation in Hollywood through authentic, issue-driven storytelling.

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From reportedly charging around $1.2–$1.8 million for Jigra to earning a reported $2.9 million for Alpha, Alia Bhatt's latest paycheck reflects her rising box office value, YRF's spy universe expansion, and premium pricing for female-led action films.

IMDb has ranked Ramayana Part 1 as India’s most anticipated film for the second half of 2026. But the excitement goes beyond star power, reflecting audience faith in a retelling built on authenticity, technology, and emotional storytelling.

After winning audiences as Allu Arjun’s leading lady in the Pushpa franchise, Rashmika Mandanna is set for a dramatic transformation. The actor will reportedly play the primary antagonist in Atlee’s upcoming pan-India action spectacle.

Fresh off the success of Welcome to the Jungle, Akshay Kumar reflects on discipline, failure, family, and longevity in Bollywood. The veteran actor says success never eliminates pressure, and that every new film still tests him.

A decade after Revolver Rani was released, an old rumor about Kangana Ranaut and Vir Das resurfaced online. This time, both actors pushed back, dismissing the claim and exposing how quickly unverified celebrity stories can gain traction.

Ffilmmaker Hemant Pandya reflects on nearly four decades in cinema, his journey from Gujarati theater to Cannes 2026, and why he believes Indian Americans deserve far greater representation in Hollywood through authentic, issue-driven storytelling.

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