Anushka Sharma kisses Virat Kohli on the forehead as RCB clinch second consecutive IPL title

Royal Challengers Bengaluru etched their name deeper into IPL history on Sunday by successfully defending their title and lifting the IPL 2026 trophy. The Bengaluru-based franchise defeated Gujarat Titans by five wickets in a thrilling final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, becoming only the third team after Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings to win consecutive IPL championships.

At the heart of the victory was Virat Kohli, who once again delivered when it mattered the most. The batting star anchored the chase with an unbeaten 75 off 42 balls and sealed the contest in style with a towering six over long-on. His match-winning effort sparked celebrations among teammates, fans and family members present at the stadium.

Among the most emotional moments of the night came from the stands, where actor Anushka Sharma was cheering for her husband. As Kohli struck the winning shot, Anushka erupted with joy, celebrating enthusiastically alongside fellow supporters in the VIP enclosure. Moments later, Kohli looked towards the stands and blew a flying kiss to her, which she warmly returned.

Following the victory, Anushka took to social media to share a heartfelt photograph from the celebrations. In the image, she is seen affectionately kissing Kohli on the forehead while the cricketer holds the IPL trophy. The candid moment captured the emotions of a night that marked another significant milestone in Kohli's illustrious career and RCB's growing legacy.

 

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The photograph quickly gained traction online, with fans praising the couple's bond and celebrating the team's achievement. Social media platforms were flooded with congratulatory messages from cricket enthusiasts and celebrities alike.

Filmmaker Karan Johar was among those who applauded the team's achievement. Taking to Instagram, he wrote, “Congratulations to team @royalchallengers.bengaluru for their second consecutive victory... spectacular win!!!!”

Actor Sonu Sood also joined the celebrations, posting a simple yet enthusiastic message that read, “Congratulations RCB!!!”

RCB's successful title defence has been hailed as one of the franchise's greatest achievements. After years of near misses and heartbreaks, the team has now established itself among the most successful sides in IPL history.

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Bobby Deol REACTS to rumours of clash with Alia Bhatt on Alpha set: “Log itne velle hai ki…”

In recent weeks, social media platforms were flooded with claims that Bobby Deol and Alia Bhatt had a fallout while shooting for the upcoming Yash Raj Films spy thriller Alpha. The rumours quickly gained traction online, prompting fans to speculate about possible tension between the two actors. However, Bobby has now addressed the reports and clarified that there was never any such issue on set.

Speaking to India TV, the actor revealed that even he was surprised when he came across the claims. “Mujhe bhi ek dost ne bheja uss rumour ka snapshot. Main bhi hairaan ho gaya. Log itne velle hai ki kuch bhi likh ke bana dete hai,” Bobby Deol said.

The actor went on to praise Alia Bhatt and highlighted her dedication towards the physically demanding action sequences in the film. “Alia is a very good actress and she is very professional. She works very hard. Alia was also prepared for all the fight sequences that she had to do. Toh mujhe nahi samaj mein aaya kisne kya soch ke ye sab rumours likhe. I can't go around proving the point to anybody. So it is not true. Log Instagram se influenced rehte hai lekin uspe 90 per cent kahaniyaan sahi nahi hoti hai,” he added.

Speaking of the film, it features Alia Bhatt and Sharvari in the lead roles, while Bobby Deol and Anil Kapoor play key characters. Details about the storyline have largely been kept under wraps, but the project is expected to expand the spy universe that already includes successful films such as Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan and Tiger 3.

Alpha has witnessed several release date changes since its announcement. The film was initially expected to arrive earlier, but was later scheduled for release on July 10, 2026. More recently, Bollywood Hungama reported that the makers may advance the release by a week to July 3, 2026, following the postponement of Dhamaal 4 to July 17.

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‘Aajkal Tere Mere Pyar Ke Charche’ singer Suman Kalyanpur dies at 89

Veteran playback singer Suman Kalyanpur, whose melodious voice graced several memorable Hindi film songs from the 1960s and 1970s, passed away on Sunday evening at her Mumbai residence. She was 89. The singer, known for evergreen tracks such as ‘Na Na Karte Pyar Tumhin Se,’ ‘Tumne Pukara Aur Hum Chale Aaye,’ and ‘Aajkal Tere Mere Pyar Ke Charche,’ reportedly died due to age-related health issues.

Confirming the news, Mangala Khadilkar, author of the acclaimed Marathi biography Suman Sugandh, shared details about the singer's final moments. “Suman ji passed away at around 8 pm at her residence in Lokhandwala due to old age. She passed away peacefully. For the last few days she was listening to her own songs,” Khadilkar told PTI.

With a career spanning several decades, Kalyanpur carved a distinct identity for herself in the Indian music industry during an era dominated by some of the country's most celebrated playback singers. Her soft, expressive voice won the admiration of music lovers and earned her a special place in Hindi cinema's golden age.

Apart from Hindi cinema, Kalyanpur showcased her versatility by recording songs in several Indian languages, including Marathi, Bengali, Kannada, Assamese and Odia. Her repertoire also extended beyond film music to devotional songs, ghazals and thumris, reflecting the depth and range of her musical abilities.

Suman Kalyanpur is survived by her daughter, Charu. According to family sources, her last rites will be performed at the Pawan Hans crematorium in Mumbai on Monday between 11:30 am and 12 noon.

Bollywood Hungama extends its heartfelt condolences to Suman Kalyanpur's family, friends, and countless admirers. May her soul rest in peace, while her timeless melodies continue to live on in the hearts of music lovers.

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