Veteran actress Sandhya Shantaram, famed for her memorable performances in classics like Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baaje, Do Aankhen Barah Haath and Navrang, passed away on 4 October 2025 at the age of 94 due to age-related ailments. She lived her final years at Rajkamal Studios in Mumbai and was the third wife and frequent collaborator of filmmaker V. Shantaram. Tributes poured in from the film fraternity and...
Pakistan Idol returns to Pakistani TV screens with a grand premiere on October 4, 2025, airing on Geo TV. The 2025 revival brings a star-studded judging panel — Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Fawad Khan, Zeb Bangash and Bilal Maqsood — and is hosted by Shafaat Ali. The series is produced by 313 Productions and aims to discover Pakistan’s next big singing talent. Pakistan Idol 2025...
Vijay Deverakonda’s team has confirmed that he and Rashmika Mandanna are engaged after a private family ceremony in Hyderabad. The couple — long the subject of dating rumours — are reportedly planning a wedding in February 2026. This piece summarises what’s confirmed, what’s reported, fan reactions and what to expect next. Engagement confirmed After years of on-and-off rumours, Rashmika...
Renowned Pakistani comedian Lucky Dear has died in Lahore at age 60 after a prolonged illness. He had been receiving treatment at Mayo Hospital for lung disease and complications from diabetes; family sources say his condition worsened in recent days and funeral arrangements will follow. Comedian final days Veteran performer Lucky Dear spent his final weeks under medical care at Lahore’s Mayo...
A Lahore court has postponed the hearing in the Ducky Bhai gambling case to October 2, 2025, after investigators said the probe is incomplete and asked for more time. The adjournment related to bail petitions filed by YouTuber Ducky Bhai (Saad-ur-Rehman) and his wife, Arooba Jatoi. Authorities — including the NCCIA and FIA — are compiling the investigation record. Court adjournment The Lahore...
Ahaan Panday has signed his second film — an untitled action-romance directed by Ali Abbas Zafar and produced by Yash Raj Films. The script is reportedly locked, music sessions are underway, and production aims to roll in early 2026. This marks a major studio push for the young actor after the success of Saiyaara. Overview Ahaan Panday has officially signed his second film, an action-romance...
Case No 9 is a high-profile Pakistani crime-thriller from 7th Sky Entertainment that premiered on Geo TV on 24 September 2025. Starring Saba Qamar and Faysal Quraishi, the series billed as Case No. 9 centers on a single traumatic incident that spirals into courtroom battles, media pressure and a fight for justice. The show airs Wednesdays and Thursdays at 8:00 PM on Geo. Story overview At its core,...
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky have welcomed their third child, a baby girl named Rocki Irish Mayers, born on September 13, 2025. The couple revealed the news in an Instagram post featuring intimate photos and the baby’s name. This new arrival joins siblings RZA and Riot, completing another chapter in the pair’s closely followed family story. Rihanna & A$AP Rocky 3rd child They announced the birth...
Claudia Cardinale, the Tunisian born Italian screen legend known for landmark films such as 8½, The Pink Panther, The Leopard and Once Upon a Time in the West, has died at 87. Her agent confirmed she passed away in Nemours, France, surrounded by family. Claudia has six decade career, with more than 100 films, made her a defining face of European cinema. Era of Claudia Cardinale Claudia Cardinale...
Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal confirmed they are expecting their first child with a heartfelt Instagram reveal, a black and white polaroid showing Katrina’s baby bump and Vicky cradling it. The announcement, posted on September 23, 2025, drew warm wishes from Bollywood peers including Kareena Kapoor, Ananya Panday and Varun Dhawan and many other stars. Katrina Kaif Pregnancy Announcement Katrina...