controversy
Balakrishna's "Psycho" Remark About Former CM Jagan Sparks Controversy; Chiranjeevi Issues Clarification
Sep 26, 2025 10:40 am CST
Actor-politician Nandamuri Balakrishna created controversy in the Andhra Pradesh Assembly by calling former CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy a "psycho." Chiranjeevi issued a statement clarifying that his meeting with Reddy was cordial and based on mutual respect to discuss film industry concerns. The incident has highlighted tensions among prominent political and film personalities in the state.
Korean Star Loses Brand Deals Amid Fury Over "Why Does China Prefer War" Dialogue In K-Drama
Sep 24, 2025 04:45 pm CST
The spy romance drama follows Jun Ji-hyun's character, diplomat Seo Mun-ju, as she probes a deadly attack threatening the Korean Peninsula.
Disney CEO Bob Iger's Legacy, Not Politics, Drove Jimmy Kimmel's Suspension: Sources
Sep 24, 2025 01:32 pm CST
Jimmy Kimmel's weeklong suspension from his late-night show had less to do with politics and more to do with Disney CEO Bob Iger's efforts to protect his legacy, multiple ABC insiders said.
"Because His Audience Is Gone": Trump On ABC Reuniting With Jimmy Kimmel
Sep 24, 2025 11:51 am CST
US President Donald Trump is finding it hard to believe that the TV Network ABC has given late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel his job back days after his show was suspended. Trump threatened to "test ABC out on this".
Delhi's Ramleela Committee Drops Actor Poonam Pandey From Playing Mandodari's Role
Sep 24, 2025 02:42 am CST
The Luv Kush Ramleela Committee in Delhi has decided to drop actor Poonam Pandey from playing the role of Mandodari, wife of Ravana, in this year's Ramleela following opposition from several groups.
Asaram's Photo Worship At Surat Hospital Sparks Row
Sep 24, 2025 02:20 am CST
A controversy erupted after followers of Asaram Bapu, who is serving life sentences in two cases of rape, purportedly performed a puja ritual by putting up his photo on the premises of Surat Civil Hospital.
Jimmy Kimmel Set To Return To His Late-Night Show After ABC Lifts Suspension
Sep 24, 2025 12:19 am CST
Jimmy Kimmel is set to return to late-night television Tuesday after a nearly weeklong suspension that triggered a national discussion about freedom of speech and Trump's ability to police the words of journalists, commentators and even comics.
Video Of Body Builder Flexing Muscles At Ujjain Temple Complex Sparks Row
Sep 23, 2025 11:58 pm CST
The sacred Mahakal Temple in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, has once again come under the spotlight for inappropriate behaviour on its premises.
"False Hindu God": Republican Leader's Remark On Hanuman Statue In US Sparks Row
Sep 23, 2025 02:27 pm CST
A Texas Republican leader has come under fire over his remarks on a 90-foot statue of lord Hanuman--known as the 'Statue of Union' -- in the US city.
'Tilak', Raksha Sutra', 'Gau Mutra': VHP's Criteria For Garba Entry Spark Row
Sep 21, 2025 01:38 am CST
Seeking to ensure that only Hindus get entry to garba events, the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) has said people will have to apply a 'tilak' (a mark on the forehead), tie a sacred thread ('raksha sutra') and offer prayers to a Hindu god.