Entertainment

The excitement around Nitesh Tiwari's monumental film Ramayana Part I is peaking ahead of its November 5, 2026 Diwali release, building on the July 2025 teaser announcement that promised a swift sequel in 2027, as promotional rounds bring stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash into the media spotlight where a discussion about the symbolic "diya" of their lives prompted Ranbir to warmly declare his daughter Raha Kapoor as his true light, highlighting her upcoming fourth Diwali and her birthday on November 6 with wishes for endless positivity and blessings around her. Concurrently, Sai Pallavi addressed the media by expressing…

Mirzapur: The Movie has started its box office journey on a strong note. The Pankaj Tripathi-starrer performed beyond expectations on its opening day, with particularly strong response coming from Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Delhi. The film has reportedly registered Bollywood’s biggest-ever opening day for a non-star-led movie. Before its release, trade experts were expecting the film to collect around ₹18–20 crore on Day 1. However, Mirzapur: The Movie managed to go past the estimate, earning ₹24.75 crore on its opening day. As per Sacnilk, the Hindi version generated most of the revenue, while the Telugu dubbed version contributed around ₹15…

The Mirzapur movie has finally hit the big screen, bringing back some of the franchise’s most-loved characters, including Guddu Pandit (Ali Fazal), Munna Tripathi (Divyenndu) and Kaleen Bhaiya (Pankaj Tripathi). The crime thriller has opened to a largely positive response, with fans heading to theatres to witness the return of their favourite characters. Munna Bhaiya, in particular, has become the biggest talking point among viewers. As the film continues its theatrical run, netizens have been sharing their reactions online. Many fans have praised Munna Bhaiya’s comeback and called it the biggest reason to watch the film on the big screen.…

Marvel’s Spider-Man: Brand New Day is continuing its impressive run at the Indian box office. The Tom Holland-led superhero film, which was released in India on July 30, 2026, has crossed the Rs 400 crore mark in just two weeks. The film has also overtaken Avatar: The Way of Water to become the highest-grossing movie in India. The film saw a decline in earnings on its 15th day, collecting Rs 3.41 crore on Thursday compared with Rs 6.45 crore on Wednesday. Despite the drop, its overall performance remains strong. Spider-Man: Brand New Day has now recorded an India net collection…

The months-long merger process between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery has advanced further after the European Commission approved the deal, removing one of the final hurdles standing in the way of completing the USD 111 billion transaction.However, the approval includes certain conditions. Paramount has agreed to end its film distribution partnership with Universal in Europe within 13 months.Earlier this week, the Oakland Court temporarily paused the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger by delaying a hearing on a “preliminary injunction” requested by 12 states, including New York and California.As reported by Variety, the states claim that the merger would bring together two of the three largest basic cable programmers in the United States and two major film distributors, potentially leading to higher prices and reduced content production.The European Commission approved the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger after determining that the deal would not significantly impact competition in the television or…

Mumbai Police have initiated a verification process following reports of alleged online threats directed at Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan. The threats, which surfaced across social media platforms and via viral audio clips, have been attributed to members of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, specifically naming individuals identified as Arzu and Tyson Bishnoi. According to preliminary reports, the messages accused the 61-year-old actor of promoting specific societal narratives following his recent personal life updates and public remarks regarding his family's long-standing embrace of inclusive, interfaith relationships. The law enforcement response was triggered after the virtual posts warned of unspecified consequences against the…

The release of the latest trailer for the highly anticipated adaptation of The Odyssey has sent social media into a frenzy, but not entirely for the reasons the filmmakers might have anticipated. The promotional clip features a standout moment where Robert Pattinson’s character delivers the line "daddy"—a term firmly rooted in modern Gen Z slang. This unexpected linguistic choice has ignited a fiery debate across platforms like X and TikTok, leaving audiences deeply divided over the creative direction of the film. For many purists and history enthusiasts, the inclusion of such colloquial, contemporary language in an epic set in ancient…

In a bold declaration of the rising global influence of Telugu cinema, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has urged superstar Allu Arjun to look beyond Indian shores and set his sights on Hollywood. Speaking at the inauguration of 'Allu Cinemas' in Hyderabad on March 12, 2026, the Chief Minister emphasized that the era of measuring Tollywood's success solely against Bollywood is over. Reddy noted that while the industry previously compared its domestic box office collections with Hindi cinema, the sheer scale and technical prowess of recent Telugu hits have proven that its true competition now lies on the international…

Bata India celebrated International Women’s Day with an intimate event at Ambience Mall, Gurugram, focusing on its Victoria Ballerina collection. This event brought together media, creators, and guests to discuss the concepts of comfort, confidence, and modern femininity in women's daily lives. Sanjana Sanghi, a prominent figure in youth development and advocate for Bata’s ‘Make Your Way’ campaign, highlighted the significance of comfort in a woman’s life during her address. The evening featured discussions on the various roles women assume daily, emphasizing how comfort plays a crucial role in fostering confidence. Guests had the opportunity to engage with the Victoria…

Ishaan Khatter experienced a remarkable year in his acting career, highlighted by the film "Homebound," directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, which served as India's official submission for the Oscars 2026. This film, featuring Ishaan alongside Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor, achieved the significant milestone of making it to the Top 15 shortlist. During the Oscar campaign in the United States, Ishaan developed a close bond with his co-star Vishal Jethwa, a friendship that he cherishes as he returns to the U.S. for the campaign again. Vishal and the speaker have been pivotal support for each other, highlighting that their friendship is…