Shijin S tops the unofficial poll with 23.21% of 16,144 votes, far ahead of the rest. Kadal Komban and Gautham G Sasi trail closely with 13.05% and 12.91%. Shibina sits last with 6.49%, putting her in the danger zone for elimination.
Pen Marudhar has secured the theatrical rights to Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War for a record ₹300 crore. The film, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal, is slated for release on 21 January 2027. The deal follows a fierce bidding war among major studios.
The Malayalam rom‑com starring Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju will stream on JioHotstar from October 2, 2026. The film premiered in theatres on August 21 and follows Ashley and Justin’s musical romance in Angamaly. Viewers who missed the cinema run can now enjoy the movie online.
Alia Bhatt will host one of the five Earthshot Prize awards at the 2026 Awards Night in Mumbai. The event will feature Oscar‑winner Rami Malek, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and actress‑musician Simone Ashley. The ceremony aims to honor innovators tackling global environmental challenges.
The Malayalam thriller starring Parvathy Thiruvothu has crossed ₹40 crore worldwide, marking a major milestone. On Day 16, Kerala earnings hit about ₹21.06 crore, with a ₹97 lakh haul that day. The film continues its theatrical run into its 17th day as of September 27.
VibeShort, an AI‑driven microdrama app, climbed to number one on AppBrain’s free entertainment chart, beating giants Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. Six of the top twelve slots are occupied by short‑drama platforms, showing the format’s rapid rise across India’s streaming landscape. The Ormax report notes microdramas grew 50% in 2025, outpacing other genres like K‑Dramas and anime, and India now h…
Shibina was evicted from Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 8 after being nominated in Week 3, leaving the house with 19 contestants remaining. She entered as a wildcard via Bigg Boss Agnipareeksha and had hoped to stay longer. Her exit follows earlier public‑vote departures of Dhanya, Rini Ann George and Sreelaya.
The first look of Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal in Karan Rawal’s upcoming romantic thriller Tu Hai Meri Kiran has been unveiled, revealing a blend of love and suspense. The film, produced by Vishal Rana, is slated for theatrical release on October 23, 2026. The couple’s on‑screen chemistry follows their real‑life marriage in 2024, adding buzz to the project.
The Malayalam romance "Bethlehem Kudumba Unit" is now live on Jio Hotstar, debuting on October 2, 2026. Nivin Pauly stars as catering entrepreneur Justin, while Mamitha Baiju plays college student Ashley. The film, directed by Girish A D, follows their budding romance amid family and community dynamics.
Exhibitors in Mumbai and Pune are adding post‑midnight screenings for Drishyam The Conclusion before its October 2 release, citing record advance bookings. Maxus Bhayander even schedules 24/7 showings to meet demand. Ticket prices are being set on par with blockbuster Spider‑Man, reflecting the film’s high market value.
