Nilesh Rao

Senior Entertainment Writer

Nilesh Rao covers entertainment and lifestyle news for NewsBytes. He has previously worked with Hungama, Network 8, and Mid-Day. Over a career spanning 12 years, his work has focused on Hindi films, music, lifestyle, education and real estate. He has a postgraduate diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the International School of Business & Media, Pune. Nilesh Rao no longer works with NewsBytes.
Nilesh Rao

Latest News Articles

28 Feb 2022

Rishikesh

How to organize camping trip to Rishikesh?

Rishikesh is the ultimate camping destination for several people living in northern India.

17 Feb 2022

Health & Wellness

Stay away from these foods if you are 30

Don't we all love to gorge on pizzas and burgers at some point in our lives?

14 Feb 2022

Amitabh Bachchan

'Jhund' to 'RRR': 5 much-awaited films releasing in March 2022

The year 2022 has seen six Fridays till now, but only one Hindi film has hit the theaters so far.

13 Feb 2022

Lifestyle

On keto diet? Try these 5 easy breezy recipes

The keto diet is one of the most followed diets worldwide.

13 Feb 2022

Amitabh Bachchan

It's Tiger Shroff-led 'Heropanti 2' vs. 'Runway 34' this Eid

After several delays due to the pandemic, Tiger Shroff starrer Heropanti 2 now finally has a release date.

12 Feb 2022

Amazon

'Uljhe Hue' review: A feel-good romantic relationship between strangers

Uljhe Hue, starring Sanjana Sanghi and Abhay Verma (The Family Man 2 fame), is now streaming on Amazon miniTV.

11 Feb 2022

Bollywood

Raveena Tandon's father dies at 85; actor performs last rites

Actor Raveena Tandon's father, filmmaker Ravi Tandon, breathed his last in the early hours of Friday. He was 85.

11 Feb 2022

Bollywood

'Salaam Venky': Kajol, Revathy kickstart shooting for first film together

In October last year, we learned Bollywood actor Kajol will collaborate with ace actor-filmmaker Revathy on a film for the first time.

11 Feb 2022

Karan Johar

'Govinda Naam Mera' team mulling options to avoid 'Prithviraj' clash?

The makers of Prithviraj on Thursday announced the historical drama will hit theaters on June 10.

10 Feb 2022

Alia Bhatt

'Gangubai Kathiawadi': 5 reasons why you should listen to 'Dholida'

The makers of Gangubai Kathiawadi released its first song on Thursday.

10 Feb 2022

Akshay Kumar

Akshay Kumar-led 'Prithviraj' vs. 'Govinda Naam Mera' on June 10

Akshay Kumar-led historical action drama Prithviraj now has a new release date.

10 Feb 2022

Neha Dhupia

Yami Gautam looks convincing as psychotic kidnapper in 'A Thursday'

The trailer for A Thursday has been released on Thursday.

10 Feb 2022

Health & Wellness

Potato milk: Should you try this non-dairy drink?

When we hear potato, it's natural for us to think about fries or chips.

10 Feb 2022

Hollywood

Late actor-comedian Bob Saget's family reveals reason behind his death

Last month, noted American comedian Bob Saget was found dead in a hotel room in Florida.

10 Feb 2022

Health & Wellness

Get ready for game day with these 5 delicious dips

The term Game Day is usually used in the US to refer to the day a game of football is scheduled for.

10 Feb 2022

Alia Bhatt

CBFC issues UA certificate to 'Gangubai Kathiawadi'; suggests minor cuts

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's much-awaited directorial Gangubai Kathiawadi, starring Alia Bhatt, has received a UA certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

09 Feb 2022

Bollywood

Moga: Sonu Sood spots accident victim, rushes him to hospital

Sonu Sood once again proved why people consider him a messiah and an angel.

09 Feb 2022

Bollywood

'Choudhary junior coming,' TV couple Gurmeet Choudhary, Debina announce pregnancy

Actors Gurmeet Choudhary and Debina Bonnerjee are gearing up to welcome a fourth member to their family.

09 Feb 2022

Hollywood

Adele's diamond ring at 42nd BRIT Awards sparks engagement rumors

Is Adele engaged to sports agent Rich Paul?

08 Feb 2022

Priyanka Chopra Jonas

5 lesser-known Indian films that have received Academy Award nominations/wins

The Academy Award 2022 nominations were announced on Tuesday and Jai Bhim sadly could not grab nomination under any category.

08 Feb 2022

Health & Wellness

5 reasons why spring is the happiest season

The spring season means new beginnings, fighting our fears, and charging forward to embrace change.

08 Feb 2022

Netflix

5 OTT releases to watch out for in February

In the OTT space, the first week of February was marked by the releases of films like Looop Lapeta, One Cut Two Cut and shows such as The Great Indian Murder, and Rocket Boys that had hit Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, and SonyLIV, respectively.

07 Feb 2022

Alia Bhatt

5 actors who'll complete 10 years in Bollywood in 2022

Like every year, Bollywood had seen many promising actors debuting in 2012.

07 Feb 2022

Kangana Ranaut

These 5 celebrities might appear on Kangana Ranaut-hosted 'Lock Upp'

Last week, Kangana Ranaut was announced as the host of the reality show Lock Upp: Badass Jail, Atyaachari Khel.

04 Feb 2022

Health & Wellness

Music therapy: Benefits, who is it for and getting started

Do you know music has the power to heal you?

04 Feb 2022

Hollywood

Priyanka Chopra, Anthony Mackie to play assassins in 'Ending Things'

Priyanka Chopra has bagged another Hollywood project, Ending Things, and this time, she will be an assassin who wants to quit the profession.

03 Feb 2022

Sonu Sood

Rannvijay Singha exits 'MTV Roadies'; Sonu Sood to replace him?

Rannvijay Singha, who became synonymous with MTV Roadies, has exited the show, ending an almost two decade-long association.

03 Feb 2022

Bollywood

'Anek' release shifted to May, to clash with 'Mission Majnu'

After Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, makers of Anek have also decided to postpone the film's release.

02 Feb 2022

Amitabh Bachchan

'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' releasing in May; 'Jhund' gets March slot

On Wednesday, makers of two much-awaited films announced their release dates.