Anupam Kher celebrates 90s nostalgia as he honours Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Karan Johar at Filmfare

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Mumbai, (IANS) Veteran actor Anupam Kher relived the magic of the 90s as he attended the Filmfare Awards, celebrating the golden era of Hindi cinema.

The ‘Special 26’ actor shared his joy on Instagram after presenting the prestigious Filmfare trophy to Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Karan Johar — the iconic trio who defined romance and togetherness in Bollywood. Calling the moment “beautiful, heartwarming, and nostalgic,” Kher fondly reflected on how the 90s remain one of the most cherished decades for Indian cinema.

He posted a video showing him on stage with SRK, Kajol, Karan Johar, and host Maniesh Paul. In the clip, Anupam Kher is seen handing over the trophy to Kajol and Shah Rukh. In her speech, Kajol said, “I am very grateful to be here on this stage with some of my favourite close friends, and yes, the ’90s were so much fun for us.” The video also captures SRK sharing a warm hug with Anupam as he receives the trophy.

For the caption, the Tanvi the Great actor wrote, “Thank you @filmfare for a great evening celebrating brilliance of cinema! It was an absolute pleasure to handover the #Filmfare lady to @karanjohar @iamsrk and @kajol for being the iconic trio of the 90s. The warmth shared on stage was beautiful, heartwarming and nostalgic! 90s certainly was the best time for cinema for love, bonding and togetherness!.”

The 70th Filmfare Awards 2025 took place on October 11 at the EKA Arena in Ahmedabad. Shah Rukh Khan returned as host after nearly 17 years, joined by Karan Johar and Maniesh Paul. The night also featured high-energy performances by Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Kriti Sanon, Ananya Panday, and Siddhant Chaturvedi.Talking about hosting the show, Shah Rukh Khan said, “From the first time I held the Black Lady in my hands, to sharing countless memories with my colleagues and fans over the years; it’s been a journey of love, cinema, and magic. To return as a co-host for the 70th year is truly special, and I promise we’ll make it a night to remember, full of laughter, nostalgia and celebration of the movies we all love.” Anupam Kher celebrates 90s nostalgia as he honours Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Karan Johar at Filmfare | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com

Read More........ → October 13, 2025

‘Bigg Boss 19’: Mridul Tiwari, Malti Chahar all set to lock horns

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Mumbai, (IANS) In the upcoming episode of “Bigg Boss 19”, housemates Mridul Tiwari and Malti Chahar will be seen engaging in a heated verbal exchange.

A new promo was shared by the channel on Instagram, where Mridul is seen locking horns with Malti, who entered as a wildcard in the “Bigg Boss” house on the Weekend Ka Vaar episode.

Mridul is seen telling Malti: “I have never said anything to anyone.”

“He is mad. When he had to say he didn’t say and now he is saying what he wants to say,” said Malti.

“I thought I would abuse him so much that he would feel ashamed,” Mridul retorts and adds: “No, I will listen to my own words. If I see you again, I will ask you.”

Malti asks him to move away.

An angry Mridul then says: “I will turn you into a ghost in a minute.”

Malti calls Mridul mad, the latter then says: “Yes, I am mad. I will sell 50 mad people like you in a minute.”

“Ladaayi ka naya chapter shuru, Mridul vs Malti ka clash bana sabka centre of attention!” the promo was captioned.

This week the housemates who are nominated include names such as Ashnoor Kaur, Mridul Tiwari, Zeishan Qaudri, Neelam Giri, Pranit More and Baseer Ali.

Contestants who are currently locked inside the 'Bigg Boss', which is based on the Dutch format of Big Brother, include names such as Malti Chahar Abhishek Bajaj, Gaurav Khanna, Amaal Mallik, Ashnoor Kaur, Mridul Tiwari, Kunickaa Sadanand, Baseer Ali, Tanya Mittal, Zeishan Quadri, Nehal Chudasama, Pranit More, Farhana Bhatt, and Neelam Giri.

The show premiered on November 3, 2006 and since then it has touched nineteen seasons and three OTT editions.

The first season was hosted by Arshad Warsi, followed by Shilpa Shetty in the second season and Amitabh Bachchan in the third. Farah Khan led the Halla Bol season, while Sanjay Dutt co-hosted the fifth season with Salman Khan. Since season 4, Salman Khan has taken the helm as the show's primary host.The show airs on JioHotstar and Colors.‘Bigg Boss 19’: Mridul Tiwari, Malti Chahar all set to lock horns | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com

Read More........ → October 09, 2025

John Mayer to make India debut on January 22 with Mumbai show

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Mumbai, (IANS): The Grammy-winning Jazz musician John Mayer is set to make his India debut next year. The singer-songwriter will perform in Mumbai on January 22, 2026.

The one-night-only show will be held at Mumbai’s Mahalaxmi Racecourse. His India debut promises not just faithful renditions of beloved tracks but also spontaneous moments of musicianship that have defined his live shows worldwide.

Talking about the show, John Mayer said in a statement, "India has long been on my list of places to play, not just for the vibrancy of its culture but for the way music lives in the everyday lives of people here. To finally perform in Mumbai feels both humbling and exhilarating”.

John Mayer has become one of contemporary music’s most respected artistes, masterfully blending pop, rock and blues to earn both critical acclaim and a devoted global following. With over 20 million albums sold worldwide and collaborations with legends including Ed Sheeran, Eric Clapton, B.B. King and Alicia Keys, Mayer’s artistry, defined by unmatched guitar work, intimate lyrics and soul-stirring live performances, has cemented his place as a cultural icon.

The show is produced and promoted by BookMyShow Live.

Naman Pugalia, Chief Business Officer - Live Events, BookMyShow, added, “John Mayer’s debut performance in India represents a significant cultural milestone and reflects how far live music has come in this country. Mayer’s music has touched millions across the world, carried through headphones and speakers for decades, weaving its way into some of the most personal and unforgettable moments of our lives. To finally see him on stage in Mumbai transforms that private connection into a collective experience and for us, creating these moments is what defines the future of live entertainment in India”.Ticket sales for John Mayer’s India concert will open with a limited exclusive pre-sale on October 12, 2025. The general on-sale of tickets for the concert will go live on October 14, 2025. John Mayer to make India debut on January 22 with Mumbai show | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com

Read More........ → October 01, 2025