Entertainment Highlights: Diljit Dosanjh’s Manager On Non-Payment Clims; Payal To Divorce Armaan Malik?

Ranbir Kapoor recently recalled how he has been living with the tag 'cheater' and 'casanova' throughout his life after Deepika Padukone and Sonam Kapoor's appearance on KWK. “I have dated two very successful actresses in the past, which became my identity...I got the tag of being a casanova and a cheater. I have lived with the label of being a cheater for a very large part of my life. I am still living with it,” he is seen saying in an interview with Nikhil Kamath.

Shabana Azmi's international show, Halo, got cancelled despite immense success of the last two seasons. According to the reports, the third instalment is not going to be a part of Paramount + family instead the co-producers Xbox, Amblin TV, and 343 Industries is currrently trying to sell the series to other outlets.

Ranveer Singh is reportedly gearing up to start filming Aditya Dhar's upcoming spy thriller next week, joining an ensemble cast that includes Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Akshaye Khanna. According to recent reports, the shoot will commence on July 25. Initially slated for a May start, Pinkvilla now confirms that production is set to begin next week. A source revealed, "It’s a film set in the golden era of Indian Intelligence Agencies, coinciding with the rise of R&AW. The team will first work on the international leg, followed by schedules in India and the UAE."

Aditya Roy Kapur's upcoming web series with Raj and DK is set to feature an impressive lineup of female leads. Initially, it was reported that Samantha Ruth Prabhu would be joining the cast, and now recent reports indicate that Wamiqa Gabbi will also star alongside them. Previously thought to be tentatively titled Rakhtbeej and categorized under the action genre, new information from Peeping Moon suggests the series is now called Rakht Brahmand and will be a period fantasy. Additionally, it has been revealed that while Raj and DK will serve as showrunners, the series will be directed by Rahi Anil Barve, known for his work on Tumbbad.

Ayushmann Khurrana and Raaj Shaandilyaa are gearing up for another collaboration. After their successful partnerships on Dream Girl and Dream Girl 2, they are reportedly joining forces again for a new comedy film. According to an exclusive report by Pinkvilla, the two are currently in discussions, and if all goes well, filming could begin soon. However, an official announcement is still pending. A source close to the project revealed that Raaj has penned a hilarious family comedy, and Ayushmann has expressed interest in taking on the role.

Ishaan Khatter and his rumored girlfriend Chandni Bainz have been in the spotlight recently due to their frequent public outings and date nights. Last night, the couple was spotted together again, and a video of their latest outing has surfaced online. The clip shows them walking hand in hand as they leave a building following a dinner date. Ishaan is seen assisting Chandni into the car, closing the door for her, and then getting into the vehicle himself while holding a parcel.

Raghav Juyal has long been rumored to be dating his Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan co-star, Shehnaaz Gill. Despite both actors clarifying in the past that they are just good friends, speculation about a romantic relationship continues to swirl among netizens. In a recent interview with India Today, Raghav addressed the ongoing rumors, stating, “Honestly, it affects me a lot.” “I have worked really hard to become an actor. I am not an overnight star. And I am not a star because of such headlines. I am being talked about because of my craft and my art. Also, I will never use someone’s name to be in headlines. I want my acting, my talent, and my art to speak rather than my personal life. I have been following this for 14 years, and I would do the same forever,” the actor added.

Weeks after her elimination from Bigg Boss OTT 3, Payal Malik has addressed the negativity directed at her and her family. In a vlog shared on Friday, she revealed her decision to end her marriage with Armaan Malik, citing the ongoing drama and hate. "I am fed up with the drama and the hate. I could handle it when it was just about me, but now it’s affecting my children. This is shocking and unacceptable. I've decided to separate from Armaan for this reason. He can stay with Kritika, and I will focus on taking care of the kids," Payal said in Hindi.

Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas are celebrating six years since their engagement. On Saturday morning, the ‘Sucker’ singer shared an adorable picture on Instagram with his beloved wife. In the photo, Priyanka is seen holding Nick's hand and flaunting her engagement ring while playfully hiding her face. Nick showered her with love, calling her the “most amazing woman” and captioning the post, “I asked the most amazing woman in the world to marry me 6 years ago today. Thank you for saying yes @priyankachopra.”

The Anand Tiwari-directed film had a solid opening in theaters across India. According to Sacnilk.com, the film earned approximately ₹9 crore on Friday. Early estimates suggest that Bad Newz brought in around ₹8.50 crore nett in India on its first day. The movie also had an overall 22.83% occupancy in Hindi-speaking regions on Friday.

In light of recent allegations about non-payment to desi dancers during the Dil-Luminati Tour, Diljit Dosanjh’s manager, Sonali, has released an official statement addressing the controversy. Sonali clarified that neither Rajat Batta nor Manpreet Toor were ever contacted or involved in the tour, denouncing the false narratives circulating around the issue. The statement reads, "Our official team never contacted Rajat Batta or Manpreet Toor who are presenting false narratives on social media. Rajat and Manpreet were not part of the Dil-Luminati Tour in any way."

Sushmita Sen and Rohman Shawl, who rekindled their romance around November last year, recently touched hearts with a sweet moment at an award event. In a viral video, Sushmita, looking stunning in a black shimmery dress and holding a trophy, is seen leaving the venue. As she steps outside, a fan asks for a selfie. Sushmita graciously agrees, while Rohman waits patiently by her side. Soon after, Rohman steps in to shield Sushmita from the growing crowd, ensuring she reaches her car safely. His protective gesture quickly won over the internet.