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Karan Johar recreates Salman Khan’s towel dance; Janhvi Kapoor does ‘Shava Shava’ at Akansha Ranjan Kapoor’s sangeet

Karan Johar recreates Salman Khan’s towel dance; Janhvi Kapoor does ‘Shava Shava’ at Akansha Ranjan Kapoor’s sangeet

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Bollywood’s wedding season is in full swing, and the celebrations for Akansha Ranjan Kapoor and filmmaker Sharan Sharma have already become the talk of the town. Ahead of their intimate pre-wedding ceremony, friends from the industry gathered to celebrate the couple, filling the evening with music, dance and memorable fashion moments. Among those who grabbed everyone’s attention were Alia Bhatt, Janhvi Kapoor and Karan Johar, whose appearances and performances quickly went viral on social media. Karan Johar grooves to ‘Jeene Ke Hai Chaar Din’; Janhvi shines at Akanksha Ranjan Kapoor and Sharan Sharma’s sangeet. Janhvi Kapoor and Karan Johar steal the spotlight A performance that had everyone talking featured Janhvi Kapoor and Karan Johar. The duo set the dance floor on fire as they grooved to Shava Shava from Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. Karan also performed on Salman Khan’s Jeene Ke Hain Chaar Din from Mujhse Shaadi Karoge. Their energetic performance brought classic Bollywood wedding vibes to the celebration and had guests cheering throughout. Videos of the two dancing together quickly spread online, becoming another …

Karan Tacker on being victim of online scam: The scammers are now using other platforms as they are blocked on Whatsapp

Karan Tacker on being victim of online scam: The scammers are now using other platforms as they are blocked on Whatsapp

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Karan Tacker recently became a victim of online scam as some people reached out to his fans, impersonating as his manager and offering a meeting with him in exchange for money. “Someone from the media sent me a screenshot of a person impersonating to be my manager. Then when I put it up on my Instagram, somebody I work with in Delhi also who does events, again sent me another screenshot. What they are doing is that they are saying they will connect people to Karan Tacker and asking for an advance for it. So, I got in touch with cyber crime who said that they blocked the number,” he tells us, sharing that as a preventive measure, he also put up a story and a post on his Instagram account on Monday to make his fans aware of the situation. Karan Tacker (Photo: Instagram) Karan Tacker shares that even after all these precautionary steps being taken, the scammers aren’t stopping at trying to dupe his fans. “Since I put the post up, I have …

Karan Johar is ‘elated’ after PM Modi mentioned Kuch Kuch Hota Hai in speech: ‘Thank you making song live forever’

Karan Johar is ‘elated’ after PM Modi mentioned Kuch Kuch Hota Hai in speech: ‘Thank you making song live forever’

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently mentioned Karan Johar’s debut film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai during his address in Jakarta, Indonesia, while talking about the relations between the two nations. The Prime Minister’s mention of his film left Karan elated, and he later reshared the video of Modi’s speech on his Instagram Stories. Karan Johar thanks PM Modi for mentioning Kuch Kuch Hota Hai in his speech. What did Modi say? During his address, Modi said, “Yaha Bharat ka gaana Kuch Kuch Hota Hai bahut lokpriya hai. Aaj maine is par kaha ki jab Bharat aur Indonesia saath mil kar chalte hai to ‘kuch kuch’ se badh kar bahut kuch hota hai (The Indian song Kuch Kuch Hota Hai is very popular here. Today, I remarked that when India and Indonesia move forward together, it becomes much more than just ‘kuch kuch’ (something)—it becomes bahut kuch (so much more).” Karan reacts to Modi’s mention of his film Johar later reshared the video on the Stories section of his official Instagram account. He wrote, “Elated & honoured …

PM Modi gives Shah Rukh Khan’s Kuch Kuch Hota Hai a diplomatic twist in Jakarta, Karan Johar reacts; watch

PM Modi gives Shah Rukh Khan’s Kuch Kuch Hota Hai a diplomatic twist in Jakarta, Karan Johar reacts; watch

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On Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Indonesia. His trip serves as the first stop of a three-nation tour, which will take him next to Australia and New Zealand. After receiving a grand welcome, on Wednesday PM Modi addressed the Indian diaspora in Jakarta, using Karan Johar’s film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’s title to redefine ties with the country. PM Modi and Karan Johar In his speech, PM Modi shared, “Yahan Bharat ka gana Kuch Kuch Hota Hai bahut hi lokpriya hai. Aaj maine is par kaha ki jab Bharat aur Indonesia saath milkar chalte hain, toh ‘Kuch Kuch’ se bhi aage badhkar ‘bahut kuch’ hota hai.” Starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Rani Mukerji with Salman Khan in a cameo, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai marked KJo’s debut as a director. Elated, Karan re-posted this clip from the speech on his Instagram Stories and wrote, “Elated and honoured to have our esteemed Prime Minister @narendramodi ji speak about Kuch Kuch Hota Hai in Jakarta. There is indeed a language that transcends all—it’s love. Thank …

PM Modi uses Kuch Kuch Hota Hai to redefine India-Indonesia ties; Karan Johar reacts | Bollywood News

PM Modi uses Kuch Kuch Hota Hai to redefine India-Indonesia ties; Karan Johar reacts | Bollywood News

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3 min readBengaluruJul 8, 2026 10:27 AM IST Filmmaker Karan Johar has expressed gratitude after Prime Minister Narendra Modi referenced his 1998 film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai during an address to the Indian diaspora in Jakarta, Indonesia. Karan said he felt “elated and honoured” by the mention. During his address, PM Modi highlighted the popularity of Indian cinema in Indonesia, specifically mentioning the title track of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, featuring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Rani Mukerji. PM Modi said, “Yahan Bharat ka gana Kuch Kuch Hota Hai bahut hi lokpriya hai. Aaj maine is par kaha ki jab Bharat aur Indonesia saath milkar chalte hain, toh ‘Kuch Kuch’ se bhi aage badhkar ‘bahut kuch’ hota hai” (Here, India’s song Kuch Kuch Hota Hai is very popular. Today, I said that when India and Indonesia move forward together, it leads to much more than just ‘Kuch Kuch’—it leads to ‘bahut kuch’). Karan later reshared a clip of the speech on Instagram Stories and wrote, “Elated and honoured to have our esteemed Prime Minister @narendramodi …

Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions locks Rs 250 cr deal to distribute Ramayana in India | Bollywood News

Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions locks Rs 250 cr deal to distribute Ramayana in India | Bollywood News

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2 min readMumbaiJul 7, 2026 01:00 PM IST As the first part of Nitesh Tiwari’s adaptation of Indian epic Ramayana nears its worldwide release in cinemas this Diwali in October, co-producers — Namit Malhotra’s DNGE and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations — have struck a deal with Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions to distribute the film across India. The two-part film is reportedly being made for Rs 4,000 crore. Dharma Productions to distribute Ramayana in India Dharma Productions got a massive investment a couple of years ago when Adar Poonawalla’s Serum Institute of India acquired a 50% stake in the production house for Rs 1000 crore. Dharma Productions has been instrumental in distributing tentpole pan-India films like SS Rajamouli’s Telugu action fantasy epic franchise Baahubali, Sankalp Reddy’s 2017 Telugu period war drama The Ghazi Attack, S Shankar’s 2018 Tamil sci-fi action film 2.0, and Koratala Siva’s 2024 Telugu action drama Devara: Part 1. As per Variety India, Malhotra showed a 30-minute edited footage of Ramayana to prospective distributors. After initiating a dialogue with Dharma Productions, which began …

Karan Johar supports Alpha, says audience is above online negativity

Karan Johar supports Alpha, says audience is above online negativity

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Filmmaker Karan Johar has come out in support of Alia Bhatt starrer ‘Alpha’, urging people to avoid toxicity surrounding the efforts of the team. In an Instagram story, Karan noted how the audience has risen above online negativity and stood as the “true warriors”. “When footfalls are a challenge ALPHA takes a solid start! It emphasises many things… the audience is way above online negativity and they are the true warriors… the stardom and theatrical pull and unquestionable talent of Alia Bhatt and the impact of a big screen spectacle is undebatable and that YRF has a continued franchise and an endeavor to create theatrical tentpole experiences that need our applause and not our toxicity!” the filmmaker wrote. Karan went on to ask fans to celebrate the essence of cinema as he continued, “Please relax and celebrate that the cinemas are breathing!!! Go watch ALPHA and stop doom scrolling!!” Alia Bhatt and Sharvari’s ‘Alpha’ has received a lukewarm response from critics and moviegoers alike.           View this post on Instagram   …

Inside Anshula Kapoor’s mehendi: From Karan Thakkar’s dance to Arjun Kapoor’s kaleera moment | Bollywood News

Inside Anshula Kapoor’s mehendi: From Karan Thakkar’s dance to Arjun Kapoor’s kaleera moment | Bollywood News

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3 min readNew DelhiJul 5, 2026 09:58 AM IST Filmmaker Boney Kapoor’s daughter and actor Arjun Kapoor’s sister Anshula Kapoor is set to tie the knot with her fiancee Karan Thakkar on July 6. After a heartwarming Mata Ki Chowki ceremony last week, the couple kickstarted the wedding festivities last night with the mehendi ceremony. Anshula’s cousin Sonam Kapoor and friend Orry shared glimpses from the intimate function. On Saturday night, Sonam took to her Instagram handle to post moments from the mehendi night, which was attended by close friends and family members. In one of the videos, groom-to-be Karan left Anshula surprised with his dance on the song “Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna.” The bride-to-be also joined him, with a smile on her face. ALSO READ | Anshula Kapoor opens up about missing mom Mona during engagement; says Boney Kapoor wanted her wedding at home: ‘The grief has resurfaced so strongly’ In another clip, Anshula Kapoor was seen grooving to a track from Dil Dhadakne Do, and enjoying the celebrations with her family members. Internet …

Inside Anshula Kapoor’s mehendi: Groom-to-be Karan Thakkar dances to Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna; Sonam Kapoor, Janhvi attend

Inside Anshula Kapoor’s mehendi: Groom-to-be Karan Thakkar dances to Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna; Sonam Kapoor, Janhvi attend

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Filmmaker Boney Kapoor‘s daughter and reality TV personality Anshula Kapoor is all set to marry Karan Thakkar on July 6. Ahead of the wedding, the Kapoor family hosted an intimate mehendi ceremony for the bride-to-be, with Sonam Kapoor giving fans a glimpse of the celebrations through videos shared on social media. Anshula Kapoor’s mehendi ceremony. Inside Anshula Kapoor’s mehendi ceremony On Saturday, Sonam took to her Instagram Stories to share moments from Anshula’s mehendi ceremony, which was attended by close friends and family. One of the highlights of the evening was groom-to-be Karan Thakkar’s surprise entry. Dancing to the iconic song Mehendi Laga Ke Rakhna to the beats of the dhol, Karan left Anshula visibly surprised and smiling as he joined the celebrations. Several other videos from the ceremony also surfaced online. In one clip, Anshula was seen dancing to a song from Dil Dhadakne Do, while another captured her enjoying the festivities with family members. Social media personality Orry, who also attended the event, shared several pictures from the celebration. In one of the …

Karan Johar slams Alpha critics, calls Alia Bhatt’s stardom ‘undebatable’ | Bollywood News

Karan Johar slams Alpha critics, calls Alia Bhatt’s stardom ‘undebatable’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Jul 4, 2026 05:46 PM IST Amid the criticism surrounding Alpha, filmmaker Karan Johar has come out in support of the film, praising Yash Raj Films, producer Aditya Chopra and his “godchild” Alia Bhatt for what he called her “undebatable” screen presence. With Alpha opening to over Rs 16 crore worldwide, Karan took to his Instagram Stories to congratulate the team and slam the negativity surrounding the film. His note read, “When footfalls are a challenge, ALPHA takes a solid start! It emphasises many things… the audience is way above online negativity and they are the true warriors… the stardom and theatrical pull and unquestionable talent of Alia Bhatt and the impact of a big-screen spectacle is undebatable. YRF has continued to build franchises and create theatrical tentpole experiences that deserve our applause, not toxicity! So please relax and celebrate that cinemas are breathing! Go watch ALPHA and stop doom-scrolling.” Karan Johar Instagram Stories According to industry tracker Sacnilk, Alpha collected an estimated Rs 9.25 crore net in India on its …