Nana Patekar, 75, died of cardiac arrest in Goa and was cremated at his Pune farmhouse with full state honours. Maharashtra leaders Devendra Fadnavis and Eknath Shinde paid respects at the airport. His son Malhar lit the pyre amid family, friends and industry stars.
Khalifa, the Malayalam action thriller starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, began streaming on October 9, 2026, across several OTT platforms including Prime Video and ManoramaMAX. The film, released theatrically in August, follows Aamir Ali’s descent into gold smuggling that endangers his family. Viewers can watch the movie in multiple Indian languages and in MENA and international markets.
Salman Khan has postponed his planned event in Mumbai after veteran actor Nana Patekar died. The star was set to attend a GB Realty function on 8 October at Taj Lands End, but chose to delay it in respect. No new date has been announced and no official statement has been released.
Gauahar Khan sold her Versova duplex for ₹6.01 crore, nearly doubling the ₹3.2 crore she paid in 2014. The 2,340 sq ft apartment sits on a high floor of Versova Shiv Kutir Co‑operative Housing Society. The deal reflects an 88% appreciation over 12 years.
Sony LIV launches the Malayalam series Eyes on October 9, 2026. The show stars Kani Kusruti as police officer Tina Sebastian, tackling stalking and obsession. Director Manu Ashokan blends crime investigation with personal drama.
Shijin S leads the Week 5 online poll with 4,848 votes, holding 30.46% of the unofficial tally. Kadal Komban sits second with 2,972 votes, 18.67%. The race tightens from third place onward, with several contestants separated by only a handful of votes.
Abhishek Banerjee and Divyenndu will team up again in a fresh Amazon Prime Video series that promises an ‘Empire’-style drama. The duo, known for their Mirzapur roles, will play new characters in a setting distinct from the gangster world. Details on plot, characters and release date remain under wraps.
The folk‑horror film Bokshi, starring Prasanna Bisht, has been pushed back from October 9 to December 4, 2026 after CBFC review. The Revising Committee granted an ‘A’ certificate with minor edits, citing witchcraft and violence. Lorien Motion Pictures announced the change to allow a full theatrical rollout.
Staze Beauty and actress Rhea Chakraborty have launched a new blush called Caught Blushin, designed for Indian skin tones and inspired by Rhea’s popular ‘The Traitors’ makeup moment. The formula is blendable and buildable, offering a flush from subtle to bold. The product marks the start of a broader Rhea‑x‑Staze makeup line.
Maddock Films has moved the release of Shakti Shalini from December 2026 to early 2027 to sidestep a potential box‑office battle with Shah Rukh Khan’s King. The horror‑comedy, starring Aneet Padda, is now eyed for a March debut. The change gives the new franchise entry a solo window and follows Padda’s 2025 hit Saiyaara.
