Desk
Quotes and profiles from the promotional trail, summarised from interviews other outlets conducted and credited to them.
Stories on this desk are written by CutMirchi’s automated newsroom from the sources credited on each piece. Bylines are desk signatures, not individual journalists.
Signatures used by this desk: On the Record, The Junket
In an exclusive chat with Free Press Journal, Anil Kapoor picked Shah Rukh Khan, Farah Khan and Anupam Kher for his Bollywood 'Top 1%' while weighing in on Salman's grip over Bigg Boss 20.
Koffee With Karan Season 9 is gearing up for its final run with a lineup including two Ananyas, Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani, who recently announced their second child. The show premieres on JioHotstar on October 14, 2026.
First reactions to Whalefall, starring Austin Abrams as a diver swallowed by a sperm whale, call the Brian Duffield film claustrophobic, emotional and a career moment for its lead ahead of its October 16 India theatrical release.
Vidyut Jammwal held his breath for 16 minutes at the Street Fighter teaser launch, then told reporters how strict Hollywood's on-set discipline and overtime rules really are.
Mumbai's road concretisation work restarts October 1 after the monsoon pause, with the BMC prioritising partially completed stretches before tackling fresh roads, just as the city's festive event calendar kicks into gear.
Vishal Jethwa neither confirmed nor denied buzz that Shakti Shalini may move out of its December 24, 2026 date to avoid clashing with Shah Rukh Khan's King.
The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration has received responses from Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff regarding a Vimal Elaichi ad, completed hearings for two of them and now plans to take further action in the surrogate‑advertising probe.
Salman Khan made a rare public appearance, posing briefly for cameras while wearing a cowboy hat and showing off his physique, following his outspoken remarks on paparazzi ethics during Bigg Boss 20.
A video claiming Munawar Faruqui’s arrest went viral after he missed the Entertainment Cricket League opener, but the comedian himself debunked it on social media, saying the man in the footage wasn’t him.
Amitabh Jhunjhunwala, ex‑Group MD of Reliance Communications, was bailed out by a Mumbai special CBI court on health grounds, even as investigators allege a ₹2,929‑crore loan scam.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan arrived at Mumbai airport in a plum‑hued leather trench, black tee and flared jeans, carrying a Rs 6.5 lakh Bottega Veneta bag and pausing for a group photo with paparazzi after her Paris Fashion Week stint.
At FICCI Frames, Rupali Ganguly tearfully recounted her family’s financial collapse, her father’s longing for a Mumbai home and how the TV hit ‘Anupamaa’ helped her finally purchase her first property.
A snake entered the new OPD of Maharaja Yeshwantrao Hospital in Indore, sparking panic among staff and patients. The incident was filmed, went viral, and ended without injuries, prompting calls for better monsoon‑season safeguards.
Virat Kohli, during a pre‑series chat, described the ‘RoKo’ moniker as a pleasant tagline that broadcasters can use, noting its popularity and promotional value ahead of India's three‑match ODI clash with the West Indies.
Twisha Sharma's husband, Samarth Singh, has approached a Bhopal court for bail after being named an accused in her mysterious death. The hearing is slated for Tuesday, while other family members also face charges.
CBI has escorted Sandeep Mistry, a close associate of fugitive jeweller Nirav Modi, from Dubai to Mumbai, aiming to interrogate him as the PNB fraud case heads to a special court.
Dakota Johnson says Anne Hathaway turned the Verity set into a playground, bringing a hot‑dog cart and keeping the mood upbeat despite their characters’ limited screen time.
Mirzapur director Gurmmeet Singh opens up on the film crossing Rs 300 crore, addresses violence criticism, dodges a question on the Shoorveer song and teases new shows under his production banner Cheetah on the Moon.
Uditi Singh opened up on Bigg Boss 20, calling her breakup with Karan Wahi a hidden gift. She blamed frequent fights over their dog Noah and mismatched cleanliness standards for the fallout, adding that the age gap and a domineering attitude also weighed in.
‘Primetime’, starring Robert Pattinson as Chris Hanson, dives into the unsettling world of the To Catch a Predator crew. Director Lance Oppenheim discusses his collaboration with Nathan Fielder, while co‑stars Skyler Gisondo and Merritt Weaver reveal their research process.
Free Press Society Connect organised a lively Housie event on RR Avenue, Indore, drawing 150 locals, showcasing Ganpati idols and earning praise for its digital editions.
The Children Toy Foundation, started by Devendra Desai after a chance visit to a Bandra toy library, now operates 485 permanent libraries and 11 mobile vans, offering games that boost cognition and social skills for children across India.
Virat Kohli revealed his knack for copying fellow cricketers after a short spell together, saying it helps younger players relax. The candid chat with Abhinav Mukund came ahead of the upcoming India‑West Indies limited‑overs clash.
Dakota Johnson, tired of constant dating gossip, says she won’t engage with every rumor and is instead gearing up for the Indian release of Verity, starring alongside Anne Hathaway.
Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta sparked a debate on X after sharing a collage of three new Bollywood posters that show Vicky Kaushal, Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor smoking, calling out the irony of mandatory anti‑smoking warnings in theatres.
A promotional event for the mythic epic Ramayana, attended by Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and MrBeast, was delayed until 5 pm after multiple schedule changes, leading to a media walkout.
Ujjwal Nikam told Amitabh Bachchan on KBC 18 that Ajmal Kasab allegedly said he'd come to Mumbai to see him. Bachchan's blunt reply has set off a wave of reactions online.
Bhansali Productions dropped a second poster for Love & War showing Vicky Kaushal seated in a pool with a bouquet, a sharp shift from his earlier brooding first look ahead of the film's January 2027 release.
Mythri Movie Makers will launch a four‑episode documentary on Ranabaali on September 28, starring Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, as the period drama gears up for its October 16 theatrical debut.
Supreme Court’s fresh directive tells authorities to seal any commercial activity in residential‑only areas, keep status‑quo where land‑use is unclear, and ignore ownership disputes if the use breaches the original plan, sparking fresh debate in Bhopal.