Bollywood star Aamir Khan under fire over China, Turkey links
Muslim Bollywood star Aamir Khan has long been a hate figure for India's Hindu far-right, but now they have a new line of attack his massive popularity in China.
Thu Aug 27 2020
Salman Khan to perform in Malaysia after almost a decade
The 51-year-old Indian actor and producer, who has played the lead role in several successful films like Sultan, Dabangg and Bajrangi Bhaijaan is expected to give a spectacular performance.
Sat Apr 01 2017
Bollywood star Salman Khan's bodyguard charged over assault
Indian police on Wednesday charged controversial Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's bodyguard for illegal possession of a firearm and assaulting a waiter at a pub, an officer said.
Wed Oct 26 2016
Salman Khan's 'Sultan' creates history in Hindi cinema
It seems nothing can stop the box office appeal of Bollywood's bad boy.
Fri Jul 15 2016
Bollywood's Salman Khan draws ire for 'rape' analogy
Khan made the comments in an interview to promote his latest Bollywood movie Sultan, which tells the story of an ageing wrestler trying to make a comeback.
Tue Jun 21 2016
Bollywood's Amitabh Bachchan reaches 20 million followers on Twitter
The 73-year-old megastar beat his contemporaries Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Salman Khan and Priyanka Chopra with his new milestone.
Wed Mar 23 2016
Amitabh Bachchan reaches 19 million fan following on Twitter
Amitabh Bachchan's numbers superseded stars such as Shah Rukh Khan (17.5 million), Aamir Khan (16,2 million), Salman Khan (15.8 million) and Priyanka Chopra (12.5 million).
Fri Jan 22 2016
When Shah Rukh, Salman made 'Bigg Boss' 'bromantic'
The special episode (on Dec 19) of 'Bigg Boss Nau' oozed an endearing "bromance" between the stars, who were the examples of an unmatchable on screen chemistry, the PTI said.
Mon Dec 21 2015
When a selfie is not enough: India abuzz over 'velfie' craze
Move over selfie, India is embracing the "velfie" with Bollywood stars, sporting heroes and even politicians taking and posting videos of themselves online using a range of new mobile apps.
Mon Jul 06 2015
Actor Salman Khan receives High Court's permission to travel to Dubai
The Bombay High Court on Tuesday granted Bollywood actor Salman Khan permission to travel abroad for an awards show, Press Trust of India (PTI) reported.
Tue May 26 2015
India court suspends Bollywood star Khan's jail term
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's five-year prison sentence for killing a homeless man with his SUV after a night out drinking 13 years ago was suspended Friday pending an appeal.
Fri May 08 2015
Celebrities show support for actor Salman Khan in hit-and-run case
A number of celebrities visited Bollywood actor Salman Khan at his home a day after the "Dabangg" star was pronounced guilty in a 2002 hit-and-run case, Press Trust of India (PTI) reported.
Fri May 08 2015
Bollywood's Salman Khan jailed for 5 years for deadly hit-and-run
The superstar was sentenced on Wednesday to five years in prison for drunkenly killing a homeless man with his SUV in a 2002 hit-and-run.
Wed May 06 2015
Bollywood star Salman Khan guilty in hit-and-run case
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan faces a maximum 10 years in prison after being found guilty of a 2002 hit and run case.
Wed May 06 2015
Bollywood star Salman Khan faces hit-and-run case verdict
Bollywood star Salman Khan faces jail this week if convicted of drunkenly driving over sleeping homeless men 12 years ago, killing one of them.
Tue May 05 2015
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024