Spring brings vibrant celebrations, cultural gatherings, and exciting community events across the region. From colorful Holi festivals to energetic dance workshops, these events bring together music, culture, and joyful traditions. People of all backgrounds gather to celebrate the arrival of spring with performances, colors, and community spirit. Here are some exciting upcoming events you can explore this season.

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda's wedding reception was a grand affair, capturing the attention of fans and the media alike. The event, marked by a star-studded guest list, took place in a lavish venue with breathtaking décor. From actors to influencers, the cou

Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan has once again captured public attention with a mysterious and cryptic post on X, leaving fans puzzled and curious. The veteran actor, known for his thoughtful and often philosophical social media presence, shared a short yet striking message that immediately sparked widespread speculation. His post read, “T 5661(i) – CHUUUUUUPPPP!!!!” accompanied by an angry emoji, triggering a wave of reactions from his millions of followers across the platform.

Actor Sonam Kapoor marked her baby shower with signature elegance, hosting an intimate godh bharai ceremony at her Mumbai residence as she awaits her second child with husband Anand Ahuja. Known for setting fashion benchmarks, Sonam once again demonstrated how maternity style can be both rooted in tradition and refreshingly modern. The celebration was thoughtfully curated, reflecting Sonam’s preference for understated luxury over extravagance. Surrounded by close friends, family,

Arijit Singh, one of the most influential voices in contemporary Hindi cinema, has announced that he will no longer take on new assignments as a playback singer, a decision that has sent shockwaves across the Indian music industry and among millions of fans. The announcement comes after a career spanning nearly 15 years, during which Singh established himself as a defining sound of modern Bollywood music. The singer shared the news through a note posted on his social media account a

Spotify has released its Wrapped list for 2025, offering detailed insight into India’s most-streamed artists, songs and albums over the past year. The data shows a mix of consistent favourites, resurgent classics and the accelerating influence of independent musicians and podcasts on the country’s listening habits. Arijit Singh continued his long-standing dominance as India’s most-streamed artist for the seventh year in a row. Pritam and Shreya Ghoshal followed in second and third place

Actor and politician Hema Malini shared a series of touching photos on social media as she remembered her husband, veteran superstar Dharmendra, who passed away earlier this week in Mumbai. Known to generations as Bollywood’s He-Man, Dharmendra left behind a legacy that shaped Hindi cinema for decades. Malini posted intimate old photographs of their time together, captioned with simple yet moving words such as “Some memorable moments” and “Togetherness over the years — always there

Composer Palaash Muchhal’s wedding with Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana has become the centre of widespread speculation after the ceremony was unexpectedly put on hold due to a medical emergency in the family. As rumours and unverified claims began circulating online, Palaash’s cousin Neeti Tak issued a strong appeal urging people not to judge or assume the worst. Her message came at a time when several viral screenshots claiming to show alleged cheating by Palaash were shared widely on

Dharmendra’s life off screen was as eventful and influential as his celebrated film career. Long before he stepped into the world of movies, he married Prakash Kaur in 1954. The couple shared a strong bond and welcomed four children: Sunny, Bobby, Vijayta and Ajeeta. Despite the pressures of a demanding film care

Former tennis star Sania Mirza revealed the emotional challenges she faced following her divorce from former Pakistan cricket captain Shoaib Malik. In a heartfelt conversation on her new YouTube talk show Serving It Up With Sania, the 38-year-old shared that she experienced a panic attack during one of the lowest moments of her life. She credited close friend and Bollywood director Farah Khan for being her pillar of support during this critical time. Sania recalled that without Farah

Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra’s health became the centre of widespread misinformation on social media after several unverified reports claimed that the 89-year-old had passed away. However, his family swiftly dismissed the false claims, confirming that the legendary actor is alive, stable, and recovering under medical care at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital. Early on November 11, social media platforms were flooded with posts suggesting the demise of the actor affectionately k

Bollywood icon Madhuri Dixit has come under public scrutiny after fans expressed disappointment over her recent live performance in Toronto, Canada — the first stop of her highly anticipated North American tour. The event, which was billed as a grand celebration of dance and music, reportedly fell short of audience expectations, sparking widespread criticism online. The tour, announced by the celebrated actress and dancer just days earlier, was marketed as an imme

After nearly five decades of perseverance and progress, Indian cricket reached a historic milestone as the national women’s team lifted their first-ever ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup trophy in 2025. The electrifying victory unfolded at Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium, where Harmanpreet Kaur’s team delivered a performance that will be remembered for generations. The triumph not only marked a sporting achievement but also became a moment of national pride, uniting millions of Indians across c

India is rapidly emerging as an economic superpower, said British Prime Minister Keir Starmer during his visit to Mumbai on Thursday. He highlighted that India, the world’s largest democracy, is on track to become the third-largest economy by 2028. “The United Kingdom is perfectly placed to be a partner in this journey,” Starmer said while addressing reporters in Mumbai. Earlier in the day, Keir Starme

The much-loved 80s Stars Reunion made a heartfelt return on October 4, 2025, in Chennai, bringing together 31 iconic actors from the golden era of Indian cinema, including Chiranjeevi, Venkatesh, Jackie Shroff, Prabhu, and many others. Originally scheduled for last year but postponed due to the devastating floods in Chennai, this year’s reunion was marked by simplicity, unity, and solidarity. Hosted by Rajkumar Se

Mukesh Ambani has once again secured the top spot on the Hurun India Rich List 2025, reaffirming his position as the wealthiest Indian with a net worth of Rs 9.55 lakh crore. The report, released as the 14th edition of the M3M Hurun India Rich List, also saw Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan make history by entering the billionaire club for the first time with a personal fortune of Rs 12,490 crore. This milestone marks a rare crossover of fame and fortune, cem

The 71st National Film Awards will be held on September 23, 2025, at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, with President Droupadi Murmu presenting the honours. Beginning at 4 pm IST, the ceremony will celebrate excellence in Indian cinema for films released in 2023. The event can be watched live on the DD News YouTube channel from 3 pm, starting with the red carpet. This year’s winners reflect the wide spectrum of Indian

The Delhi High Court has upheld the personality rights of Bollywood actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, reinforcing that her name, image, voice, and likeness cannot be exploited for commercial purposes without her consent. Justice Tejas Karia ruled that such misuse not only causes financial harm but also damages her dignity and reputation. The order restrained multiple entities from using her personal attributes in advertisements, merchandise, or digital promotions

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has approached the Delhi High Court seeking urgent protection of her personality rights after discovering that her name and images were being misused by rogue websites without authorization. In her petition, the actress alleged that this unauthorized use was not only misleading but also linked to online frauds that could potentially endanger her identity and reputation. The court hearing, held

Actor Sonu Sood has just made headlines for a big real estate deal in South Mumbai. The Bollywood actor sold his luxury apartment in Mahalaxmi for a whopping ₹8.10 crore, netting a profit of nearly ₹3 crore after holding the property for more than a decade. The flat is part of Lokhandwala Minerva, a prestigious residential tower in one of the city’s most sought-after neighborhoods. According to official doc