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Instagram introduces repost and map features in latest update to enhance user engagement

Instagram has launched new features including a repost option, a location-sharing map, and a Friends tab in Reels, aiming to deepen content interaction and user engagement.

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Instagram has rolled out a fresh batch of features aimed at improving how users share and discover content. In a significant update announced on August 6, the platform introduced three key additions: the ability to repost public posts and reels, a location-sharing Instagram map, and a new “Friends” tab on Reels.

According to META, the parent company of Instagram, these updates are designed to help users stay better connected with friends through content sharing and discovery.

Reposting feature now available for feed and reels

One of the most anticipated additions is the repost option, allowing users to share public feed posts and reels directly to their own followers. Similar to reposting on platforms like X (formerly Twitter), this feature gives content more visibility by sharing it across different audiences.

Reposts will now appear not only in followers’ feeds but also in a dedicated “Reposts” tab on users’ profiles. While the original creators are still credited, the new sharing capability broadens the content’s reach. META emphasized that this update is especially beneficial for creators who want to extend their content to wider circles.

Instagram map enhances location sharing

Instagram’s newly launched location map allows users in the United States to share their location with selected contacts. This feature gives users more control and flexibility, offering the option to enable or disable location sharing at any time.

The map can also serve as a tool to explore real-world venues and locations — such as restaurants or concert spots — that friends have posted about in their content. With parental controls in place, parents can manage whether teens are allowed to share their location and get notified when this setting is activated.

“You can decide whether your teen has access to location sharing on the map and see who your teen is sharing their location with,” the company noted.

New “Friends” tab added to Instagram Reels

Another enhancement targets Instagram Reels. A new “Friends” tab enables users to view content that their friends have interacted with or that comes from shared Blends — personalized recommendation groups. This tab makes it easier to engage with content that has already caught the attention of people in a user’s circle.

Users also have the ability to manage their visibility within this tab. They can hide their likes and comments or mute activity from specific individuals.

This feature adds a layer of social discovery while maintaining user control over what interactions are publicly visible.

These updates follow Instagram’s recent safety-focused enhancements, including restrictions on teen direct messaging and parental controls on accounts featuring children. With these changes, Instagram continues to evolve as a platform that balances user connection with safety and control.

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Gaurav Khanna wins Bigg Boss 19, lifts trophy and Rs 50 lakh prize

Gaurav Khanna has been crowned the winner of Bigg Boss 19, securing the trophy and Rs 50 lakh after a competitive finale.

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Television actor Gaurav Khanna has been declared the winner of Bigg Boss 19, bringing the curtain down on a season packed with drama, intense face-offs and emotional moments. He secured the top spot after a closely fought finale, with Farhana Bhatt finishing as the first runner-up.

Gaurav Khanna’s steady game pays off

Premiering on August 24 with 18 contestants, the season showcased shifting alliances, sharp strategies and memorable confrontations. Despite being seen as quiet in the early weeks, Gaurav Khanna gradually emerged as one of the strongest voices inside the house. His composed demeanour and calculated task performance helped him build momentum through the competition.

Farhana Bhatt ends as runner-up

Farhana Bhatt, known for her dynamic presence and determination throughout the season, finished second. Although she narrowly missed the title, her journey remained one of the standout tracks of the show.

Finale eliminations

The grand finale began with multiple eliminations — Amaal Mallik was the first finalist to bow out, followed by Tanya Mittal, and then Pranit More, leaving Gaurav and Farhana as the top two contenders.
Gaurav ultimately lifted the trophy and took home a cash prize of Rs 50 lakh.

With the conclusion of Bigg Boss 19, the show wraps another season marked by strategy, rivalry and heartfelt moments that kept viewers engaged from start to finish.

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Dhurandhar review: Ranveer Singh roars back, Akshaye Khanna shines in intense spy thriller

Ranveer Singh returns with a ferocious performance in Dhurandhar, supported by Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, and a gripping espionage storyline set against real historical events.

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Ranveer Singh makes a striking return to the big screen with Dhurandhar, delivering a fierce, layered performance in Aditya Dhar’s ambitious spy thriller. Blending historical terror incidents with a fictional revenge saga, the film explores India’s covert response to cross-border terrorism through the secret project ‘Dhurandhar’.

A brutal world built around revenge and espionage

Set around the IC-814 Kandahar hijack and the 2001 Parliament attack, Dhurandhar opens with Ajay Sanyal, an Intelligence Bureau officer played by R Madhavan, who strongly opposes releasing captured terrorists. Despite his resistance, bureaucracy prevails, setting the stage for the covert mission he later leads.

The project introduces its central weapon — Humza Ali Mazari, later revealed to be Jaskirat Singh Rangil — portrayed by Ranveer Singh with ferocity and emotional depth. Dropped straight into Karachi’s dangerous Lyari district, Humza navigates a nexus of gangs, politicians, and the ISI, with the narrative also touching upon tensions between local Pakistanis and Baloch communities.

Performances that elevate the film

Akshaye Khanna nearly steals the spotlight as a feared Lyari gangster inspired by Rehman ‘Dakait’ Baloch. Sanjay Dutt’s portrayal of SP Chaudhry Aslam brings an intimidating presence, while Arjun Rampal’s Major Iqbal leaves a lingering impact despite limited screen time.

Sara Arjun plays Yalina with conviction, and the film also features an unrecognisable Gaurav Gera in a surprise appearance.

Music, violence, and a split narrative

Shashwat Sachdev’s background score stands out, weaving classic Pakistani melodies with Indian retro hits to complement the film’s shifting tones. Viewers should be prepared for intense brutality, graphic torture scenes, and sudden shifts in narrative style — especially in a second half that feels markedly different from the first.

The episodic structure, archival footage, and mix of real and fictional characters add layers, though some may find the format distracting.

Ending that sets up part two

While the film does not end on a dramatic cliffhanger, its teaser for the second part — scheduled for March 19, 2026 — ensures audiences will return to witness the conclusion of Humza’s journey.

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120 Bahadur box office day 1: Farhan Akhtar’s film starts slow with Rs 2.35 crore opening

Farhan Akhtar’s new release 120 Bahadur opened to Rs2.35 crore, while De De Pyaar De 2 continued its strong hold on day eight.

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Farhan Akhtar’s latest release 120 Bahadur hit theatres on November 21 but registered a dull opening on its first day, earning Rs 2.35 crore. In comparison, De De Pyaar De 2, which is now in its second week, continues to show stronger hold at the box office.

Slow start for 120 Bahadur on day one

The action-drama opened to modest numbers on Friday, collecting Rs2.35 crore on its first day. Despite pre-release buzz around Farhan Akhtar’s performance, the film has begun its run on the lower side.

De De Pyaar De 2 maintains its advantage

Meanwhile, De De Pyaar De 2 continues its steady run. On its eighth day, the film maintained an edge over 120 Bahadur in overall earnings, according to media. The strong hold of the Ajay Devgn-led sequel appears to have impacted the new release’s opening day business.

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