Miley Cyrus has removed her surname from social media and public references, coinciding with the release of her tenth album. Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s children—Zahara, Maddox, and Vivienne—have all legally changed their names to drop ‘Pitt’ and keep only ‘Jolie’. The moves reflect a broader trend of celebrities redefining their identities away from family legacies.
The film follows police officer Babita Singh, a woman struggling between duty and family expectations. Director Ambiecka Pandit portrays subtle sexism without vilifying men, showing how concern can mask oppression. Critics praise the movie for sparking conversations about gender roles in Indian society.
Preity Zinta donned a black T‑shirt emblazoned with ‘Team Tukaram Mundhe’ while walking Bandra’s streets, showing her support for the FDA commissioner. The move highlights the regulator’s push to shut down unsafe eateries and curb food adulteration in Mumbai. The actress’s public endorsement follows praise from other Bollywood stars for Mundhe’s hard‑earned reputation.
Hanuman Ansh has crossed ₹120 crore at the Indian box office, a milestone for a ₹2 crore budget film. Director Vishal Chaturvedi’s spiritual drama has earned ₹122.13 crore in net collections within a month of release. Bollywood stars Aditya Dhar and Varun Dhawan have publicly praised the movie, boosting its buzz.
Julie Andrews claimed a second straight Emmy for Outstanding Character Voice‑Over Performance, voicing Lady Whistledown in Bridgerton. The night’s biggest winner was the series Widow’s Bay, which took eight trophies including Outstanding Guest Actress for Betty Gilpin. Rob Reiner received a posthumous award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series, becoming the first actor to win after death…
Singer Kailash Kher urged comedians to stay polite and alert after a heated exchange on India’s Got Latent involving jokes about Bihar and Kashmir. He warned that comedy should not cross into disrespect or mockery of regional identities. The controversy sparked political criticism and highlighted the need for mindful humor on social media.
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.
