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The entire Spider-Man film franchise is set for a re-release across India this November, starting with Tobey Maguire as the beloved web-slinger.

A Journey Through Spider-Man’s Eras

From Sam Raimi’s iconic Spider-Man trilogy featuring Tobey Maguire to Marc Webb’s The Amazing Spider-Man series with Andrew Garfield, fans will witness each era of the superhero once more. The adventure continues with Tom Holland’s portrayal in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and culminates in the visually stunning Spider-Verse saga.

• The series kicks off with Tobey Maguire on November 14.
• Andrew Garfield takes the spotlight on November 21.
• Tom Holland swings into action on November 28.
• Finally, from December 5 onwards, audiences can enjoy the animated multiverse in Spider-Verse.

This re-release aims to celebrate both longtime fans and a new generation discovering Spider-Man’s heroic journey. Each film highlights Peter Parker’s transformation from an ordinary teenager into the ultimate friendly neighbourhood superhero.

Celebrating a Timeless Hero

Shony Panjikaran, General Manager and Head of Sony Pictures Releasing International, India, expressed, “Spider-Man is one of the most enduring and inspirational characters in the world.” He added, “Bringing back all his films to Indian cinemas is a way to honour the fans who have loved him for decades, while also giving new audiences the chance to experience these iconic stories on the grandest scale.”

Spider-Man is a superhero originating from American comic books published by Marvel Comics, created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko. Regarded as one of the most popular and commercially successful superheroes, he has appeared in comic books, television shows, films, video games, novels, and plays.

The character, Peter Benjamin Parker, was raised by his Aunt May and Uncle Ben in New York City after losing his parents. Over the years, Spider-Man has navigated the challenges of adolescence and young adulthood, resonating with audiences of all ages.

As India secured a thrilling five-wicket victory against arch-rivals Pakistan to claim the Asia Cup 2025, megastar Amitabh Bachchan couldn’t resist taking a playful jab at former Pakistani pacer Shoaib Akhtar for mistakenly confusing the cricketer’s name with that of a Bollywood actor.

In his usual witty style, Bachchan remarked on Pakistan’s loss, saying “bolti band.”

Amitabh took to X to tease Shoaib and share his excitement: “Jeet gaye!! .. well played ‘Abhishek Bachchan’ .. udhar zubaan ladkhadai, aur idhar, bina batting bowling fielding kiye, ladkhada diya dushman ko!! Bolti band.” (We won!! Well played, Abhishek Bachchan… On one side, the tongue stumbled, and on the other, without batting, bowling, or fielding, we made the opponent falter!! Silence reigns.)

The nation rejoiced on Sunday night as Team India clinched the Asia Cup 2025 title, marking their ninth triumph in this prestigious Continental tournament.

The final, held at the Dubai International Stadium, perfectly encapsulated the fierce India-Pakistan rivalry. Pakistan made a strong start, reaching 113/1 in just 12.4 overs, thanks to half-centuries from Sahibzada Farhan (57) and Fakhar Zaman (46). However, India’s bowlers, spearheaded by Kuldeep Yadav’s outstanding four-wicket haul, caused a dramatic collapse, with nine wickets falling for just 33 runs, leaving Pakistan stranded at 146 in 19.1 overs.

The mix-up regarding names between cricketer Abhishek Sharma and Abhishek Bachchan stemmed from Shoaib’s analysis of Pakistan’s prospects in the Asia Cup final during his talk show, Game On Hai. He had stated that if Pakistan could dismiss Abhishek Bachchan early in a hypothetical scenario, it could spell trouble for their middle-order, which has struggled lately.

Actor Abhishek Bachchan responded with humor: “Sir, with all due respect… don’t think they’ll even manage that! And I’m not even good at playing cricket.”

A “sweet” moment turned sour in the ‘Bigg Boss 19’ house when halwa became the center of a heated argument. Contestant Nehal Chudasama didn’t hold back, openly calling co-housemate Baseer Ali a “chor.”

The Halwa Incident

A promo posted by the channel on Instagram features Kunickaa Sadanand asking Nehal if she sampled the halwa she prepared for housemate Tanya Mittal’s birthday. Upon checking the fridge, Nehal discovered that Baseer had taken a significant portion for himself.

She remarked, “Jitna Tanya ke liye bana hai, uska aadha baseer ne rakh liya hai” (the halwa made for Tanya, Baseer kept half of it for himself). Baseer responded, “Main nikaal ke abhi deta hun, itna marne waali bata toh hai nahi” (I’ll take it out and give it right now, it’s not like she’s dying for it).

Nehal became upset with Baseer’s comment and retorted, “What do you mean by marne rahi hai. Tu marr.” Baseer then told her to keep quiet, escalating the tension.

A Tense Exchange

As the argument heated up, Baseer’s friend and co-housemate Amaal Mallik could be heard singing Badshah’s track “Yeh ladki pagal hai.” Nehal then accused Baseer of being a thief, a claim that triggered a strong reaction from him. The two were seen nearly coming to blows, with other housemates intervening to diffuse the situation.

“Tu hai chor. Don’t do that. Don’t touch me,” Baseer was heard saying amid the chaos.

Show Details

The promo concluded with a caption teasing the fight over halwa and questioning how the house environment would change, followed by an invitation to viewers: “Dekhiye #BiggBoss19 ka naya episode, har roz raat 9 baje #JioHotstar par aur 10:30 baje @colorstv par.”

The current contestants locked inside the ‘Bigg Boss’ house include Gaurav Khanna, Amaal Mallik, Ashnoor Kaur, Mridul Tiwari, Kunickaa Sadanand, Baseer Ali, Abhishek Bajaj, Tanya Mittal, Zeishan Quadri, Nehal Chudasama, Pranit More, Farhana Bhatt, and Neelam Giri.

Bigg Boss is based on the Dutch format of Big Brother and has aired since November 3, 2006, completing eighteen seasons along with three OTT seasons. The show’s first season was hosted by Arshad Warsi, followed by Shilpa Shetty and Amitabh Bachchan in subsequent seasons. Since season 4, Salman Khan has been the primary host. The show is available on JioHotstar and Colors.

Grammy-winner Ed Sheeran is on a mission to achieve a six-pack for the first time in his life.

During a conversation with Andy Cohen on Sirius XM’s Small Stage Series, Sheeran shared his fitness goals. He mentioned, “I’d put on a load of weight last year, and I was like, ‘I’m gonna hit the gym heavy, try and lose a stone’. As I was doing that, I was like, ‘I’m gonna see how far I can take this’.”

He further elaborated, “I’ve never actually ever had a six pack in my life, and I was like, ‘I’m gonna see if I can do it’.”

Sticking to his fitness regime has proven to be a challenge for the “Perfect” hitmaker. He admitted, “I keep messing up, ’cause I keep being out somewhere being like, ‘I’ll have a couple of beers’, and it just, you know. But I’d say it’s going all right. I feel like I’m in the best shape of my life.”

Sheeran, who has two daughters, Lyra and Jupiter, with his wife Cherry Seaborn, first delved into his fitness journey in 2019. Speaking on the Behind the Metal podcast, he revealed, “I stopped smoking three years ago, and ever since then started exercising. I love it. I started doing it because when I stopped smoking, I was very aware that my lungs were so full of that I needed to clear them out.”

Noting that he’s not a fan of gyms, he instead prefers outdoor exercises. “There’s nothing like fresh air to really give you a clean out. That’s, for me, the main reason why I started doing it,” he added.

Previously, Sheeran reflected on his lack of balance in life, admitting that he prioritized his music over personal happiness for years. “I think in the first decade of my career I was intensely unhappy as I had no balance; I was just work, work, work. And yes, everything was hyper-successful, but it was hyper-successful because I had no personal life at all.”

He emphasized the importance of balance now, stating, “Finding that balance with getting married, having a family, living around my friends… Being able to spend time with my friends and family — that has now become 70 percent of my life, and work is like 30 percent. Before, it was 100 percent and zero anything else.”

Sheeran concluded, “The balance of getting to exist as a human being rather than just a pop star machine — that would be my measure of success.”

Global star Priyanka Chopra Jonas is enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of New York this September. She recently shared how special the Big Apple feels when spent with her husband, Nick Jonas, their daughter Malti Marie, and friends Ishaan Khatter and Dia Mirza, among others.

Cherished Moments in NYC

Priyanka took to Instagram to post a delightful collection of photographs from her New York adventures. The photo gallery features her with Nick Jonas, their daughter Malti Marie, the Jonas brothers, and noted actors Ishaan Khatter and Dia Mirza, along with snapshots of their culinary and artistic experiences. A standout moment was a heartwarming picture of Nick giving Priyanka a gentle kiss on her forehead.

In her caption, Priyanka wrote: “A little New York September with the people I love was magical. #lately #blessed.”

A Love Story

Priyanka and Nick began dating in 2018, and the following December, they married at Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur through traditional Hindu and Christian ceremonies. Their daughter, Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, was welcomed via surrogacy in January 2022.

Upcoming Projects

On the acting front, Priyanka was last seen in “Heads Of State,” directed by Ilya Naishuller, alongside Idris Elba and John Cena. The film revolves around a UK Prime Minister and a US President who unite as they become targets of a foreign adversary.

Next, she will share the screen with Mahesh Babu for the first time in the upcoming tentatively titled film, “SSMB29,” an action-adventure inspired by history and mythology, which is expected to release in 2027.

Additionally, Priyanka is set to feature in the latest installment of the popular franchise, “Krrish 4,” marking Hrithik Roshan’s directorial debut.

The 42-year-old actress will also portray a 19th-century Caribbean pirate in the upcoming swashbuckler action drama, “The Bluff.” Her character is tasked with protecting her family as her past resurfaces. Directed by Frank E. Flowers, the film will include Karl Urban, Ismael Cruz Cordova, Safia Oakley-Green, and Vedanten Naidoo in significant roles, among others.

In an unfortunate incident, child television actor Veer Sharma and his elder brother, Shaurya Sharma, tragically passed away after a fire broke out at their home in Kota in the early hours of Sunday.

Details of the Incident

Reports indicate that the fire started on the fourth floor of the building while the two boys were alone. It reportedly began in the drawing room of their flat at the Deepshree building but did not spread to other rooms.

According to the police, Veer and Shaurya were asleep when the fire ignited and succumbed to suffocation caused by thick smoke. Neighbours who noticed smoke emanating from the apartment quickly rushed to the scene. They broke down the door in an attempt to rescue the boys.

The siblings were taken to a nearby hospital, where they were declared dead on arrival. Their father, Jitendra Sharma, a teacher at a coaching centre, was attending a bhajan event at the time, while their mother, Rita Sharma, an actress, was in Mumbai.

Cause of the Fire

SP Tejeshwani Goutam stated that a short circuit is suspected to have caused the fire, although details remain uncertain. He noted that the drawing room was completely gutted, while other areas of the flat showed signs of burn marks.

The mortal remains of the boys were handed over to family members after their mother returned to Mumbai. Reports also confirm that the children’s eyes were donated to the eye bank in line with the family’s wishes.

An FIR has been registered under section 194 of the BNSS Act, and further investigations are ongoing to determine the precise cause of the fire that led to the tragic deaths of Veer and Shaurya.

Veer is well-known for his roles in popular shows like “Shrimad Ramayan” and “Veer Hanuman.”

Actress Mouni Roy delighted her fans with an adorable childhood photograph of herself as a sweet Bengali bride on her birthday. She expressed her surprise at why her mother would choose to dress her as such at just one and a half years old.

In a heartfelt message on Instagram, Mouni thanked everyone for their birthday wishes, saying, “Thankkkk youuu for all the birthday love (Love hands emoji) Oh so grateful x. Also, no idea why mother dearest would dress up a year and half old me as a Bengali bride (sic).”

Comments poured in from her fellow television stars. Shraddha Arya sweetly wished her, “Happy birthday, Baby!! (red heart emoji)” while Aashka Goradia added, “Happy happy birthday!! (red heart emoji).”

Mouni’s post featured two additional photos of her in a stylish orange dress paired with a beige overcoat.

Recently, she also gave her followers a glimpse into her luxurious trip to Italy. While there, Mouni was spotted enjoying a stroll at the iconic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, known as one of the world’s oldest and most opulent shopping galleries. She shared glimpses of the stunning Duomo di Milano, a famous landmark in the city, showcasing her passion for travel.

Nostalgia hit Mouni as she shared fond childhood memories with her younger brother, Mukhar Roy. She posted a picture of him as a toddler, reflecting, “Why did you ever grow up????? @mukhar_roy Missing you …” Another picture showed her brother in his school uniform.

In a playful tone, she wrote, “Another one to embarrass you!!!! My beautiful boy! Always mine @mukhar_roy.” The final image featured a younger Mukhar, likely in his late teenage years, with Mouni captioning it, “Awwwieeee! My whole heart @mukhar_roy.”

On the professional front, Mouni is set to star in Madhur Bhandarkar’s upcoming project, “The Wives.”

Bollywood diva Alia Bhatt wished her husband, Ranbir Kapoor, on his 43rd birthday with a charming social media post that captured the essence of their celebration.

Captivating Moments Shared

Alia took to Instagram to share a lovely couple’s picture of them enjoying a beautiful sunset in each other’s arms. Following this, she posted an adorable still of Ranbir celebrating his special day with their daughter, Raha.

Raha surprised her father with a handmade birthday card that read, “Happy Birthday…Best papa in the world.”

In her heartfelt message, Alia shared glimpses of their celebration, writing, “happy birthday our whole and soul,” and accompanied it with a red heart and rainbow emoticon.

Ranbir’s Reflective Birthday Message

In an unexpected move, Ranbir shared a candid note on social media, reflecting on aging and the increasing grays in his beard. The ‘Barfi’ actor expressed immense gratitude, stating that despite the signs of aging, his heart remains full for his family, friends, work, and most importantly, his fans.

In a viral video, he acknowledged the love and wishes he received, saying, “Hi, I want to take this moment to say thank you to all of you for all the love and wishes coming to me on my birthday. I’m 43 years old today. As you can see, a lot of greys in my beard, it keeps increasing year by year. But a lot of gratitude in my heart for my family, for my friends, for my work, and mostly for all of you guys. Thank you so much for your time. You make me feel so special.”

A Warm Celebration With Fans

Ranbir also stepped out to celebrate his birthday with the media gathered outside his home. Dressed in a red t-shirt and denim, the ‘Brahmastra’ actor warmly greeted everyone present with folded hands and cut a large birthday cake, adding a personal touch to his special day.

This weekend, host Salman Khan welcomed the vibrant cast of the highly anticipated movie “Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari” to the ‘Weekend Ka Vaar’ episode of “Bigg Boss 19.” The star-studded lineup included Janhvi Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Sanya Malhotra, Rohit Saraf, and Maniesh Paul.

Varun’s Shayari Challenge

During his one-on-one with the contestants, Varun Dhawan encouraged the housemates to throw light-hearted jabs at each other using shayari. A promo recently revealed contestant Amaal Malik saying, “Baatie karte hain ye sab mere aggression ki, magar karte khud peeche se vaar hain, itna sochne ki zarurat nahi hain janab, naam inka Nehal, Praneet, aur Awez Darbar hain.”

Fellow contestant Mridul Tiwari chimed in with, “Main to hari hu, bechari hu, sabse badi dukhyari hu, idhar roungi, udhar roungi, aur raat main chugli karke mast soungi,” taking a playful dig at Amaal.

Exciting Episode Ahead

The makers shared the latest promo for the ‘Weekend Ka Vaar’ episode, captioning it, “Gharwaalon ne dikhaayi apni shayari skills, teekhe jawaabon se dediye sabko chills! Dekhiye #BiggBoss19 ka naya episode, har roz raat 9 baje #JioHotstar par aur 10:30 baje @colorstv par. (sic)”

In a light-hearted moment, Salman also made a subtle reference to his past relationships. When he inquired about the premise of “Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari,” Varun explained that the film explores the theme of “relationships,” revealing that he gets dumped multiple times throughout the story. Janhvi, Sanya, and Rohit added that they too experience similar challenges in the film.

Reacting with humor, Salman quipped, “Are you guys making a film on my film?” alluding to his past romances.

Star’s Romantic History

Salman’s love life has often made headlines, featuring well-known actresses like Katrina Kaif, Aishwarya Rai, Somy Ali, and Sangeeta Bijlani, though the list of his rumored relationships is believed to be extensive.

“Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari” is set for a theatrical release on October 2, coinciding with Dussehra.

Actor Ranbir Kapoor celebrated his 43rd birthday on Sunday, sharing his special day with the paparazzi.

Ranbir looked as handsome as ever in a red t-shirt and denim as he stepped out to celebrate with the shutterbugs stationed outside his home. The video captured him warmly greeting the media with folded hands. He was also seen cutting a huge birthday cake and sharing it with those present.

As he turned a year older, Ranbir shared a candid birthday note on social media, reflecting on some of life’s harsh realities, including aging and the increasing grays in his beard. The ‘Rockstar’ actor emphasized that despite the changes that come with each passing year, his heart is full of gratitude—for his family, friends, work, and, most importantly, his fans. He sincerely thanked everyone for their time and support.

In the circulating video, Ranbir expressed, “Hi, I want to take this moment to say thank you to all of you for all the love and wishes coming to me on my birthday. I’m 43 years old today. As you can see, a lot of greys in my beard; it keeps increasing year by year. But there’s a lot of gratitude in my heart for my family, for my friends, for my work, and mostly for all of you guys. Thank you so much for your time. You make me feel so special.”

In the background, the sweet voice of little Raha could be heard calling out to him.

Ranbir also conducted a live interactive session on the official Instagram page of his clothing brand, ARKS. He mentioned, “I spent the entire day with Alia and Raha. Raha made me a promise that she would give me 43 kisses, and I got that. She made me a beautiful card, which really moved me. It’s been a perfect birthday.”