Simbu says his new film Arasan will make Kollywood proud, comparing it to Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar. The story follows his character from youth to old age and features six different looks. He confirmed the film will not release for Pongal 2027 to preserve quality.
Babil credits filmmaker Shoojit Sircar with teaching him to trust the process and embrace uncertainty. He also praises acting coach Rachit Singh for instilling confidence through relentless workshops. The actor reflects on how both mentors helped him navigate expectations as the son of late star Irrfan.
Kayadu Lohar says she will not accept scenes that only objectify women, even if they are for the story. She described the struggle of standing up against such portrayals as the most difficult conversation in her career. The actress highlighted changing audience attitudes toward female representation in cinema.
Netflix’s third Lust Stories anthology will stream on September 18, featuring four fresh stories from directors Vikramaditya Motwane, Kiran Rao, Shakun Batra and Vishal Bhardwaj. The collection explores desire and human connection through an ensemble cast that includes Radhika Apte, Konkona Sen Sharma and Ali Fazal. Produced by RSVP and Flying Unicorn Entertainment, the series promises new angles…
The Kerala Film Chamber has unveiled ‘My Talkies’, a pay‑per‑view OTT service set to launch in November, targeting Malayalam movies that miss mainstream digital deals. The platform will keep a 42‑day theatrical window but allows early withdrawal after a 28‑day run if a film underperforms. Anil Thomas says it will complement, not compete with, the government’s free CSpace service.
Robert Pattinson stars as a creepy TV presenter hunting paedophiles in the thriller "Primetime," set to debut at the Venice Film Festival. The film marks his first producer credit and is directed by 30‑year‑old Lance Oppenheim. Pattinson’s involvement also includes a stake in the movie’s production company, Icki Eneo Arlo.
Shalini Adnani’s first India‑set film, screened at Venice Critics’ Week, follows 12‑year‑old Maya as she confronts her father’s illegal sand mining. The story exposes class divisions and exploitation through a child’s eyes. Adnani, a Chilean‑born Londoner of Indian origin, uses family history to critique societal norms.
At the Fondation Louis Vuitton, Jennifer Lawrence presented the LVMH Prize while Priyanka Chopra shared a playful moment with Pharrell Williams, sparking a wave of online buzz. The event showcased three emerging designers who impressed a star‑studded jury of industry giants. Delphine Arnault praised the trio of celebrities for adding glamour to the evening.
Karishma Tanna and Varun Bangera announced their son’s name as Ved Tanna Bangera in a September Instagram post. The name combines both surnames and is said to mean sacred knowledge, wisdom and light in Hindu scripture. Their little boy was born on July 29, 2026, during Guru Purnima.
British actor Lenny Rush will portray the house‑elf Dobby in HBO’s new Harry Potter series, joining a cast that includes Billy Barratt as young Tom Riddle. Bonnie Hill replaces Gracie Cochrane as Ginny Weasley in season two, which follows the events of Chamber of Secrets. The show premieres December 25 and is filmed at Leavesden Studios outside London.
