Dia Mirza shares moments from her 44th birthday

Much before memes, hashtags and algorithm-driven fame, Bollywood created its own kind of virality. Stardom travelled through cinema halls, magazines, radio shows, television appearances and sheer word of mouth. Fan hysteria wasn’t measured in likes but in crowds, letters, rituals and imitation. These stars didn’t just act in films — they became cultural moments. From Rajesh Khanna’s unmatched frenzy to Shah Rukh Khan’s global romance, here’s how Bollywood&rsqu

Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar has continued its strong box office run since its December 5 release, crossing Rs 350 crore despite facing sharp criticism over its alleged political messaging. While the film has sparked polarising reactions online and in public discourse, it has also found vocal support from members of the film industry. Nikitin Dheer, son of late Pankaj Dheer, has now stepped in to defend the film, calling out the narratives built around it even before its release.

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Celina Jaitly and her estranged husband, Austrian hotelier Peter Haag, appeared before a metropolitan magistrate’s court in Andheri on Friday, where the court directed both parties to file their income affidavits by January 27. The court also asked Haag to submit his reply to Jaitly’s domestic violence (DV) complaint. The directions were issued during the first hearing of the case filed by the actor in November under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act.

Saumya Tandon’s year unfolded like a lesson in timing—one that showed her how disappointment can sometimes be protection in disguise. Currently overwhelmed by the positive audience response to her role as Ulfat in Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar, Saumya speaks candidly to ETimes about how slowing down helped her confront suppressed emotions, reassess her priorities, and find peace in knowing exactly what she does—and doesn’t—want.