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Exclusive | Rohit Saraf not locked for Heer Ranjha, casting still in progress

Exclusive | Rohit Saraf not locked for Heer Ranjha, casting still in progress

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On Valentine’s Day, an announcement thrilled the lovers of romantic films in India. Imtiaz Ali and Sajid Ali were returning with another love saga – an adaptation of the epic folk romance, Heer Ranjha. On Sunday, a report claimed that Rohit Safar had been cast as Ranjha in the film. However, even as fans rejoice, HT has learnt exclusively that Rohit is not part of the film, and the casting is still not locked. Rohit Saraf was said to be cast in Heer Ranjha. Rohit Saraf not a part of Heer Ranjha On Saturday, Variety India reported that Rohit Saraf would be the male lead in Sajid Ali’s Heer Ranjha. “While the cast has not been officially announced, Variety India has exclusively learned that Rohit Saraf is locked to play Ranjha,” the report stated. However, HT spoke with sources close to the film’s development, who denied the report. Our source confirms that the claim is untrue, and casting is still in progress. The source adds that an official announcement on the casting will follow soon. …

‘Long Live Love’: Mamata Banerjee’s Special ‘Valentine’s Day’ Wish Quotes Rabindranath Tagore | India News

‘Long Live Love’: Mamata Banerjee’s Special ‘Valentine’s Day’ Wish Quotes Rabindranath Tagore | India News

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Last Updated:February 14, 2026, 18:41 IST An avid user of social media, this was the first time that Mamata Banerjee posted a message on Valentine’s Day. File photo of Mamata Banerjee. (PTI File) Valentine’s Day 2026: In an unusual move, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday extended wishes on the occasion of Valentine’s Day, which is being celebrated on February 14. The Chief Minister started her message with a couplet from Rabindranath Tagore’s Awnonto Prem (Endless love): “Tomarei jyano bhalobashiyachhi shawto roope shawto baar, jawnome jawnome juge juge awnibar (I seem to have loved only you in a hundred forms, a hundred times, across lifetimes and ages, endlessly and without pause)”. “Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love in all its forms and manifestations, in its widest and noblest sense; love that transcends caste, creed, class and religion. It is this spirit of love that has guided my journey in public service. A love for the people strong enough to withstand storms, patient enough to listen, and bold enough to fight for justice …

What to watch this week| Entertainment News

What to watch this week| Entertainment News

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STAYING IN THIS Valentine’s Day? You’re in luck: our recommendations offer plenty of passion. We offer tales of desire, devotion and doomed romance, or, for those who prefer to celebrate “Galentine’s Day”, a chronicle of female friendship. There is a lot to love on our list, but one new film failed to woo our critics. “It’s Complicated” (on streaming platforms) is one of the best romantic comedies ever made “How to Get to Heaven from Belfast” (on Netflix)Three old friends (pictured below) go to a small town in Donegal for a classmate’s funeral—and to make sure a secret from their past stays hidden. Created by Lisa McGee of “Derry Girls” fame, this show is wacky and witty. It ranges from murder mystery to romance to buddy comedy; the soundtrack is filled with noughties pop songs. The rollicking tale is an ode to female friendship. “It’s Complicated” (on streaming platforms)This is one of the best romantic comedies ever made. Jane (Meryl Streep) is a divorced pastry chef whose ex-husband Jake (Alec Baldwin) has remarried a younger …

Soha Ali Khan, Kunal Kemmu Prove Love Can Be Goofy And Cute This Valentine’s Day | Bollywood News

Soha Ali Khan, Kunal Kemmu Prove Love Can Be Goofy And Cute This Valentine’s Day | Bollywood News

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Last Updated:February 14, 2026, 14:18 IST Soha Ali Khan shared a heart-melting reel packed with cute and goofy moments with Kunal Kemmu, making it a truly beautiful post Soha Ali Khan wished a happy Valentine’s Day to Kunal through the post. It’s Valentine’s Day! While we were waiting for couples to flood our social media feeds with adorable moments, one of Bollywood’s cutest pairs, Kunal Kemmu and Soha Ali Khan, did exactly that. The couple truly embraced the lovebird energy and gave fans the cutest dose of Valentine’s content. Soha took to Instagram to share a reel featuring her and Kunal’s goofy, endearing moments together, and it’s nothing short of absolutely adorable. Soha And Kunal Are One Cute Couple! Soha took to Instagram to share a reel that perfectly captures her and Kunal’s vibe as a couple. The video opens with the duo standing on a road, instantly showing off their personalities. While Kunal is in his full goofy element, Soha can be seen trying to keep things composed in the background. The reel also …

Where is the love? Why Bollywood has become that place where intense, angry romances are in vogue and rom-coms are only hate-watched | Bollywood News

Where is the love? Why Bollywood has become that place where intense, angry romances are in vogue and rom-coms are only hate-watched | Bollywood News

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What’s the last romantic comedy you watched? Barely a couple of years after we all sought refuge in rom-com haven to escape the pervasive doom of a global pandemic, the much-loved genre is struggling to thrive. It’s been replaced by a more angsty cousin, the intense romantic drama. The ‘com’ has taken a backseat as intensity has taken over the wheel. Why does love come embedded with anger now? What happened to the candyfloss, the bubblegum, the climactic proposal/reconciliation at the airport? What happened to all the clichés? “I think, consciously or subconsciously, we’re all reacting to the world around us. There’s a lot of uncertainty, uneasiness, and violence, whether it’s between countries or even within them. We’re all also much more aware and connected. So, how can the hate around us not get to our idea of love?,” says Aanand L Rai, who’s helmed the full range, from a rom-com franchise like Tanu Weds Manu to his blockbuster intense romance Tere Ishk Mein, starring Dhanush and Kriti Sanon, which released in cinemas last year. …

‘From Kabir Singh’s obsession to Shankar’s petrol bombs’: 5 Bollywood-inspired ‘Toxic Tropes’ to avoid this Valentine’s Day | Bollywood News

‘From Kabir Singh’s obsession to Shankar’s petrol bombs’: 5 Bollywood-inspired ‘Toxic Tropes’ to avoid this Valentine’s Day | Bollywood News

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Every year as Valentine’s Day approaches, I can’t help but wonder what it is about love that can either uplift people or bring out the worst in them. Why do some people become the best versions of themselves while others turn obsessive, possessive or lose all self-respect and confidence? Why do some people desire romance but refuse to offer respect, while others tolerate partners who take up all the air in a room? After all the negativity that Kabir Singh and Animal received, one would have thought that aggressive, violent men who don’t respect boundaries and/or deal with substance abuse problems would not be glorified in Bollywood anymore. But then came Tere Ishk Mein last year, where a man throws petrol bombs into a girl’s home when she rejects him for someone else. As I watched him and then her self-destruct instead of simply getting therapy and moving on, I couldn’t help but wonder about the different categories of red flags in our cinema and why toxic men continue to be deemed worthy of love …

Give the teddy bear a high-fashion upgrade this Valentine’s week

Give the teddy bear a high-fashion upgrade this Valentine’s week

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The age-old roster for Valentine’s week has the effortful bunch pretty sorted when it comes to scheduling chocolate, rose and teddy bear deliveries. But we’re pretty sure it’s not going to cut it for your adult Valentine – in 2026. Give the teddy bear a high-fashion upgrade this Valentine’s week (Photos: Swarovski, Ralph Lauren, Instagram/penthouselivingsbd) Today, on February 10, we’re smack in the middle of V-week euphoria with Teddy Day. Now a decade back, a furry brown bear with beady eyes, holding a heart, with a box of chocolates on the side, was the epitome of romance. This year though, we’re consciously giving the childhood icon an adult, luxe upgrade. And you’re welcome to take cue. Charm your way in Burberry’s Thomas Bear Charm Best for: Those who’ll still gush over an actual teddy bear. Burberry’s in-house charm-sized Thomas Bear offers a warm, cuddly hug for your baggie, dressed to the nines in his checks and trench coat. Let you in on a little secret? He waves too! Price: ₹34,000 Cuffing season Ralph Lauren’s Lunar …

8 transfer-proof lipsticks that will last you longer than your Valentine’s Day date

8 transfer-proof lipsticks that will last you longer than your Valentine’s Day date

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Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and once again, it’s going to be all about red roses, date nights, and cuddly evenings. And while you are planning your date nights, your lipstick should ideally be the last thing you should be worrying about. Enter transfer-proof lipsticks, your saviour from those awkward cup stain moments! Transfer-proof lipsticks stay put for long – from drinks to desserts. (Freepik) With long-lasting wear, rich pigmentation, and smudge-free finishes, these lipsticks stay put throughout your date night, keeping your look flawless from the first sip until the goodnight hugs. So, for all you beauty enthusiasts, looking for a lipstick that can stay on for hours, here are our top 8 recommendations. Top 8 transfer-proof lipsticks Turn heads this Valentine’s Day with Maybelline Superstay Vinyl Ink. This high-gloss liquid lipstick delivers bold color with a vinyl-shine finish that lasts up to 16 hours. Its transfer-resistant formula keeps lips fresh through dinner dates and midnight kisses. Customers love the lightweight feel and intense pigment, sharing that it stayed glossy even after meals. …

Saiyaara re-release: Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda’s film set to return to theatres ahead of Valentine’s Day

Saiyaara re-release: Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda’s film set to return to theatres ahead of Valentine’s Day

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Saiyaara, directed by Mohit Suri, is all set to re-release in theatres ahead of Valentine’s Day. Saiyaara set the box office on fire when it was released in theatres last year. The musical romance starred newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda in lead roles. (Also read: Saiyaara star Ahaan Panday says he and Aneet Padda didn’t expect audience to flock in to watch ‘two newcomers’) Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda in a still from Saiyaara. Saiyaara re-release: Where to watch Although no official announcement has been made by YRF, the makers of Saiyaara, on the re-release, showtimes of the film are now available on BookMyShow for viewers across the nation. Saiyaara will play on the big screens in theatres in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Pune for Valentine’s Week. Check out more details about the available showtimes here. About Saiyaara Saiyaara became a phenomenon after its release in theatres last year in July. The romantic drama grossed ₹577 crore worldwide, becoming not just the second-highest-grossing Indian film of 2025, but also the highest-grossing romantic film in …

Do Deewane Seher Mein teaser out: Mrunal Thakur, Siddhant Chaturvedi bring an ‘imperfectly perfect’ love story. Watch

Do Deewane Seher Mein teaser out: Mrunal Thakur, Siddhant Chaturvedi bring an ‘imperfectly perfect’ love story. Watch

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Do Deewane Seher Mein teaser out: The romantic drama’s teaser was unveiled on Monday, offering a glimpse of a tender love story starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakur. The preview introduces a narrative rooted in emotional vulnerability, focusing on flawed individuals navigating the uncertainties of modern love. Do Deewane Seher Mein teaser out: The film, starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakur and backed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, is set for release on 20 February 2026. Do Deewane Seher Mein teaser out The makers, Zee Studio, shared the teaser with a caption, “Kyunki har ‘isq’ perfect nahi hota, par kaafi hota hai. Witness iss seher ki ek imperfectly perfect love story. Teaser out now. This Valentine’s Day, isq se isq ho jayega! (Because not every love is perfect, but it’s more than enough. Witness an imperfectly perfect love story of this city. Teaser out now. This Valentine’s Day, you will fall in love with love!)” The teaser opens on a soft, romantic note, presenting characters who are still figuring themselves out before fully understanding each other. …