Kerala’s High Court has told a magistrate court to reconsider a complaint by actress Ansiba Hassan against former AMMA vice‑president Lakshmipriya. The complaint alleges that videos were shared online to tarnish her reputation. The court’s direction seeks a police inquiry under BNSS Section 175(3).
Anupam Kher’s Hindi play "Jaane Pehchaane Anjaane" opened in Houston to a sold‑out crowd and standing ovation, sparking a Texas tour that will hit Austin, Dallas and beyond. The musical comedy‑drama, written and directed by Gajendra Ahire, explores modern loneliness and companionship. The production features veteran composer Anu Malik’s stage debut and will travel to cities across the U.S.
Mirzapur: The Movie has crossed ₹132 crore globally in just three days, smashing its opening weekend record. The gangster thriller topped the Indian box office and climbed to eighth place among Hindi releases. It surpassed Alpha and Hanuman Ansh, marking a historic win for a film without a big star.
Prem Nazir, the evergreen hero of Malayalam cinema, delivered more than 400 box‑office hits, including 50 blockbusters, during his four‑decade career. His tally dwarfs the combined 150 hits of Bollywood icons Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth and Shah Rukh Khan. The record‑setting actor’s prolific output set a benchmark still unmatched in Indian film history.
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West both attended their daughter North West’s first solo concert in Chicago, cheering from opposite ends of the venue. North wowed the crowd with songs from her EP NOrth4evr, including a new track sampling her father’s "Coldest Winter." The parents’ proud support highlighted the family’s unity amid their divorce.
Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment has signed a 28‑month lease for two office units in Andheri West, paying about ₹2.46 crore in total rent. The monthly rate starts at ₹8.26 lakh and rises 5% yearly, reaching ₹9.12 lakh in the final months. The deal includes a ₹30 lakh security deposit and two parking spaces.
Elizabeth Holmes is now serving an 11‑year federal prison term in Texas after her conviction for fraud. The A24 documentary “You Can See Everything” premiered at Telluride, reigniting public focus on her case. The film follows Holmes from the week before her imprisonment through three years of her life behind bars.
The Malayalam rom‑com Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has eclipsed the reported ₹118.90 crore Kerala gross of Thudarum, clocking about ₹1.60 crore on Day 18. Industry tracker AB George says the film is now chasing the ₹121.95 crore mark of Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, likely to be crossed by mid‑week. The movie, starring Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju, continues to dominate the Onam‑season box office.
Hina Khan criticised the backlash that hit Kriti Sanon over a Raksha Bandhan ad, saying no actor should be punished for a controversial outfit. She urged that actors can choose to leave projects if they feel uncomfortable with the creative direction. The ad was pulled after critics objected to Sanon’s attire and the inclusion of a pet dog in the scene.
Arishfa Khan, a 23‑year‑old Bigg Boss 20 contestant, now has 29.1 million Instagram followers, surpassing celebrities like Kareena Kapoor and Allu Arjun. The young actress began as a child artist in 2012 and later built a digital presence during India’s TikTok boom. Her massive following highlights her rise from television to social media stardom.
Taapsee Pannu revealed that her 2023 role opposite Shah Rukh Khan in *Dunki* did not open doors to further mainstream projects, citing the film industry’s focus on marketability over talent. She noted that female leads are often interchangeable and that connections and visibility outweigh acting skill. Pannu credited director Rajkumar Hirani for her *Dunki* casting but said such opportunities are…
A comment by sound designer Ajayan Adat on the teaser of Jayasurya’s new film Operation Tral has turned the project into a political row before its release. The makers have filed complaints with FEFKA and CAAK, insisting the film is not political propaganda. Adat refuses to retract his remarks, claiming the teaser hints at a negative portrayal of Muslims and a hidden agenda.
Hridayam, the first film of the Krishnavataram trilogy, will expand worldwide thanks to a new partnership with the World Forum for Art and Culture, signed during Janmashtami. Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar will guide the film’s international rollout and help shape the trilogy’s future. The plan includes wider theatrical releases and future projects like series, music and educational content.
At a concert in Milan, Diljit Dosanjh gently corrected a fan who printed his name beside the Sikh symbol Ik Onkar on a T‑shirt. He explained that the symbol is sacred and should not be combined with a personal name. Fans praised the singer’s respectful handling of the situation.
Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has earned ₹122.05 crore in 17 days, topping the box‑office chart among the three releases. Khalifa, launched a day earlier, has collected ₹21.16 crore over 18 days. Dulquer Salmaan’s I'm Game has just four days in theatres, bringing in ₹19 crore so far.
Elizabeth Holmes was handed a sentence of more than 11 years in prison after a jury found her guilty of wire fraud and conspiracy against investors. The verdict stemmed from her claims that Theranos’ blood‑testing technology could perform hundreds of tests from a few drops of blood, which investigators proved false. The case has been spotlighted again by the upcoming documentary “You Can See Every…
Anil Kapoor marked the 25th anniversary of the 2001 film Nayak with a nostalgic video montage. He praised the film’s message that patriotic duty and public service never lose relevance. Kapoor highlighted the role of Shivaji Rao as a common man who uses power to fight corruption.
Mumbai’s iconic Gaiety‑Galaxy multiplex was forced to close its doors on September 6 after failing to renew its operating licence. The police issued a notice that all six screens remain shut until the issue is resolved. Management claims it is working quickly to restore services and hopes to reopen soon.
Veteran Malayalam star Mammootty celebrated his 75th birthday on Monday, surrounded by family in Chennai, where he spent the day with his wife and son Dulquer Salmaan. His fans launched the ‘MGM Jeevamritham Blood Donation Camp’, already gathering about 25,000 donors across Kerala, a campaign inaugurated by Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala.
Parineeti Chopra stars as a mother hunting her missing child in Netflix’s new thriller 'Shaque: Trust No One', premiering on September 24. The series, created by Rensil D’Silva and Siddharth P. Malhotra, weaves a tense plot that blurs trust and suspicion.
