Naga Chaitanya’s team has debunked rumours about starring in the political drama Mayasabha by Deva Katta and shared that the actor is currently focussed on his upcoming film “NC24.”

The actor’s team has clarified that these reports are false. There is no association between Chaitanya and the said project. Chaitanya is “completely focused on his 24th film, tentatively titled NC24, according to a statement.

Directed by Karthik Varma Dandu, NC24 is being positioned as a grand mystical thriller. The project is backed by producer BVSN Prasad in collaboration with Sukumar under the banners of SVCC and Sukumar Writings.

On Chaitanya’s birthday, the intriguing poster hints at an adventurous and rugged character arc, with mythological undertones. With music by Ajaneesh Loknath, NC24 promises to showcase Chaitanya in a refreshing, powerful new avatar.

Singer Shreya Ghoshal decided to cancel her forthcoming concert in Surat in the light of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir.

Informing about the same, Shreya shared a note on her IG stories. "In light of the recent and tragic events, the organisers along with the artist have collectively made the decision to cancel the upcoming show scheduled to happen in Surat this Saturday, April 26th," the organizers wrote.

Shreya further assured the attendees that they would be given a full refund for the tickets. This refund would shortly be reflected in the original source of their payment.

The note said, "All ticket holders will receive full refunds, and the amount will be refunded back to your original mode of payment. For any queries write to events@district.in. Thank you for your understanding."

Yesterday, Arijit Singh also called off his upcoming concert in Chennai after the Pahalgam terror attack.

Bollywood’s suave star Saif Ali Khan, who is all set to hit the big screen with his upcoming film "Jewel Thief-The Heist Begins", opened up about the allure of playing a thief. Sharing his thoughts on the role, he said that there’s something intriguing about portraying a character who operates outside the system.

Reflecting on playing Rehan Roy, Saif shares “Playing a thief in a heist movie is very interesting because he is someone who challenges the system, bending the rules, it's kind of fascinating to watch and read through and portray.”

Saif’s character Rehaan is a charming rogue with a penchant for rebellion, an adventurous spirit and a deep seated love for family.

He said that his character Rehaan “is a thief with organization, with swag, an adventurer at heart and a family man.”

“He is the quintessential Hindi film hero in that sense- breaks rules, cons people but is kind at heart and you see the bigger picture. It was this dynamic that made him irresistible to portray and I believe attractive to watch.”

“Jewel Thief-The Heist Begins” is directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal, the upcoming movie also stars Jaideep Ahlawat, Nikita Dutta and Kunal Kapoor.

National-Award winning actress Kalki Koechlin said she gets “bored easily” and emphasised the importance of staying creatively fulfilled by balancing routine work with inspiring activities.

Asked in an industry that often rewards conformity, how has she stayed true to her artistic voice, Kalki told: “I think I get bored easily, so I constantly do things to entertain myself and keep myself satisfied. I've always found it important to balance routine, mind-numbing work with something that inspires and excites me.”

“It's similar to how kids get bored in school if they're just told to repeat something over and over… In the same way, I think adults also need fuel,” said the actress, who made her Hindi film debut as Chanda in the black comedy-drama Dev.D in 2009.

Hollywood star Hugh Grant has blasted “pathetic” schools and called for a ban on laptops and tablets in the classroom.

According to newspaper, the actor called for a ban on laptops and tablets in the classroom.

The father-of-five joined the campaign group Close Screens, Open Minds at an event at a school in west London, where he aired his frustrations alongside social psychologist Dr Jonathan Haidt and actress Sophie Winkleman, reports.

According to newspaper, Grant described himself as “another angry parent fighting the eternal, exhausting and depressive battle with children who only want to be on a screen”.

Hollywood star Jeremy Renner has embraced the aches and pains he experiences since his near-fatal accident because it is "awesome" to have recovered as much as he has.

The actor broke 38 bones in his body after being crushed by his snowplough in January 2023.

"My swollen ankles, my back that keeps going out or my jaw that just can't seem to bite down right, it's a great reminder of an attitude that got me to here in the first place. It's awesome. This is why I can't have a bad day. I know what a bad day feels like," he told people.com, reports.

The actor had his chest and leg reconstructed with titanium but airport staff know to turn off metal-detectors in his presence so as not to set off alarms when travelling through security, reports.

He said: "(They know to) switch the buttons on (the machines), so it doesn't go off like 4th of July. I'm not an airport person, but I don't seem to have too many problems. They're pretty in on the joke (if the alarms go off) which is kind of nice."

On cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar’s birthday, his daughter Sara took a walk down memory lane, sharing a deeply touching childhood memory.

In a heartfelt post, Sara recalled how her father once carried her in his arms despite having a fractured arm—highlighting not just his physical strength but the boundless love and dedication he has always shown as a father. Sharing throwback pictures alongside a touching note, Sara wrote, “To the man who taught me not to fear anyone, but to respect everyone, the man who carried me despite his fractured arm (and the never-ending list of other injuries), the man who continues to photobomb my shoots, and most importantly, the man who taught me that it’s important to have fun, laugh a lot, and enjoy life! Happy Birthday, Babaaaaa.”

Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan made his birthday celebration truly special by spending it with the people who matter the most—his fans.

On Thursday, the 'Student of the Year' actor shared a heartwarming video on social media where he is seen interacting with a group of his loyal fans who showered him with love and admiration. In the video, the actor can be seen smiling, posing for selfies, and chatting with his fans, making sure to create lasting memories with them. The fans, ecstatic to meet their idol, expressed their deep affection for the actor, while Dhawan reciprocated with genuine warmth and gratitude. One of the fans could be heard saying, “He is my everything…after my mom he is the only one I love the most.”

Actor Vardhaan Puri, who is the grandson of late star Amrish Puri, sees acting as a deeply personal experience that helps him grow with every character he plays.

Vardhaan, who made his debut in the 2019 film “Yeh Saali Aashiqui,” said: “Each character helps me understand my own emotions better.”

He talked about how slipping into different roles allows him to explore hidden parts of his own personality.

“Acting, for me, is like therapy. When I take on a role, I don’t just pretend - I live it. Whether it’s love, pain, anger, or joy, I feel it all with honesty. That process helps me deal with my own emotions and makes me stronger.”

Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds said that his two-year-old son Olin’s favourite film is the “Green Lantern,” which the actor didn’t find to be “the most successful movie” in his filmography.

“The Deadpool & Wolverine” actor appeared as a guest at the 2025 TIME100 Summit in New York, where he discussed his business life outside of Hollywood, reports people.com.

At the start of the conversation, TIME host referenced his 2011 action film Green Lantern, which Reynolds didn’t find to be “the most successful movie” in his catalogue.

He said: “It’s my son’s favorite movie, he’s 2. It’s just everyday, you’re like, ‘Oh, I need to heal this, I see.’”

Reynolds and Lively are parents to four kids James Reynolds, Inez Reynolds, Betty Reynolds, and Olin. The couple met on the set of Green Lantern in 2010 when they co-starred in the DC Comics feature film as Hal Jordan (the superhero’s secret identity) and his love interest, Carol Ferris.