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I get scared when critics give good reviews to my films, says Salman Khan

Published On: June 13, 2019 08:00 PM NPT By: Agencies

Salman Khan says his validation of doing a good film comes solely from the box office collections but when critics praise his movies, he feels "scared". The actor, who had a major career turnaround with "Wanted" in 2009 which was followed by "Dabangg", said public acceptance is the ultimate verdict for him.

Social media has become unhealthy: Selena Gomez

Published On: June 13, 2019 06:48 PM NPT By: Agencies

Selena Gomez says she has put a cap on spending time on social media as the singer believes the obsession with apps has gone out of control. The 26-year-old said she used to regularly engage with her fans on Twitter and Instagram but has pulled back because they started to "depressed".

Sophie Turner kicks off her European bachelorette party in style

Published On: June 13, 2019 03:45 PM NPT By: Agencies

Sophie Turner is having a great time celebrating her bachelorette party with her femme brigade in Europe. According to E-News, the 23-year-old actor is all set to tie the knot with Joe Jonas in France after they secretly got hitched in Las Vegas in May this year.

BTS Marks Sixth Anniversary

Published On: June 13, 2019 03:15 PM NPT By: Agencies

Six years ago, BTS got its start, heading down a historic path that would lead seven young men from South Korea to become one of the most important and prominent musical artists of a generation. Six years of pure artistry, joy, inspiration, hard work and pride is here as of today.

Randeep Hooda volunteers for drought relief program in Maharashtra

Published On: June 13, 2019 02:45 PM NPT By: Agencies

Randeep Hooda who has always managed to stay away from the limelight and travel extra miles to help the needy, recently joined a team of volunteers to help people who are struggling with drought in a village near Nashik in Maharashtra.

Vicky to play Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in Takht

Published On: June 13, 2019 02:10 PM NPT By: Agencies

After creating massive success at the box office with Raazi and Uri: The Surgical Strike, Vicky Kaushal is all set to play the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in Karan Johar’s upcoming ambitious period film, ‘Takht’.

Shah Rukh Khan to be the chief guest of the 10th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

Published On: June 13, 2019 01:27 PM NPT By: Agencies

Helmed by the Victorian government, Australia, the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne is coming back in 2019 and will be taking place in the cultural city between 8th to 17th August. Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan will be the chief guest of the annual celebration of Indian films.

Seven Tricks to Stop Forgetfulness

Published On: June 13, 2019 01:21 PM NPT By: Agencies

Forgetting things has been a good companion in the majority of people’s life. Tips to get your memories better.

Mac Miller's first posthumous track 'Time' released

Published On: June 13, 2019 12:59 PM NPT By: Agencies

Almost 9 months after Mac Miller's sudden death, his first posthumous track has been released.

Eleven militants confirmed dead in southern Afghanistan

Published On: June 13, 2019 12:12 PM NPT By: Agencies

LASHKAR GAH, AFGHANISTAN, June 13: A total of 11 militants have been confirmed dead after fighting aircrafts pounded some Taliban hideouts in Nad Ali and Marja districts of the southern Helmand province of Afghanistan, media reports said referring to a statement released by the Afghan Army on Thursday.

Priyanka Chopra to receive UNICEF USA humanitarian award

Published On: June 13, 2019 12:00 PM NPT By: Agencies

Actor Priyanka Chopra will be awarded the Danny Kaye Humanitarian Award by UNICEF's American chapter at their Snowflake Ball in December.

Amitabh Bachchan pays off loan of 2,100 farmers from Bihar

Published On: June 13, 2019 10:00 AM NPT By: Agencies

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan on Wednesday said he helped clearing outstanding loans of over two thousand farmers from Bihar.

Samoa bans 'Rocketman' over depiction of homosexuality

Published On: June 13, 2019 09:00 AM NPT By: Agencies

Samoa has put a ban on "Rocketman", the Elton John biopic, over its depiction of homosexuality.

Children killed, injured, detained and abused amid escalating violence and unrest in Sudan

Published On: June 12, 2019 08:00 PM NPT By: Agencies

NEW YORK, June 12: “At least 19 children have reportedly been killed in Sudan and another 49 have been injured since June 3. I am gravely concerned at the impact of the continuing violence and unrest in the country on children and young people, especially the reported use of excessive force against peaceful protestors.

Karan Johar's films have real emotions, says Bhumi Pednekar

Published On: June 12, 2019 07:50 PM NPT By: Agencies

Bhumi Pednekar, who recently bagged Karan Johar's magnum opus 'Takht', opened up about the love she has for his films and the emotions portrayed in them. "I think Karan's films are larger than life and inspirational at the same time, where the emotions are concerned, they are very real. You feel Karan's films and the emotions linger on," she said.

Sophie Turner reveals secret behind 'GoT' auditions

Published On: June 12, 2019 06:45 PM NPT By: Agencies

Sophie Turner has shared a funny anecdote with her fans that she forgot to inform her parents about her auditions and role in 'Game of Thrones.' According to People, the 23-year-old actor auditioned for her HBO series when she was just 13 years old.

It's 'peace' between Katy Perry and Taylor Swift

Published On: June 12, 2019 06:09 PM NPT By: Agencies

It seems that everything is good between pop singers Katy Perry and Taylor Swift and the hatred is buried somewhere. Katy posted a picture of baked chocolate chip cookies on Instagram with "peace at last" written on the edge of the plate and tagged her former foe in the post.

B. I Announces Departure From iKON

Published On: June 12, 2019 12:56 PM NPT By: Agencies

Following Dispatch’s report about iKON’s B.I allegedly attempting to purchase illegal drugs, B.I revealed his plans to leave the team through a statement on Instagram.

Priyanka Chopra pens heartfelt wrap-up post for 'The Sky is Pink' team

Published On: June 12, 2019 11:51 AM NPT By: Agencies

Priyanka Chopra Jonas penned a heartfelt note for the entire crew and co-actors of her upcoming film 'The Sky Is Pink' while sharing pictures from the wrap-up bash.

Sun Weidong named new Chinese ambassador to India

Published On: June 12, 2019 11:26 AM NPT By: Agencies

BEIJING, June 12: China has appointed veteran diplomat Sun Weidong, an expert in South Asian affairs as its new envoy to India, media reports said on Tuesday.