Savithri Sreedharan, a revered Malayalam theatre and film actress, passed away at 85. She earned acclaim for her role in Sudani from Nigeria, winning a Kerala State Film Award. The Kerala Chief Minister honored her legacy in a heartfelt tribute.
Vir Das has earned a third International Emmy nomination for his Netflix special Fool Volume. The show competes alongside Division Palermo Season 2, Man vs Baby and Old Dog, New Tricks. Das thanks fans and Netflix for the recognition, noting the special’s journey from silence to global acclaim.
Aadar Jain and Alekha Advani announced their marriage registration on Instagram after their beach ceremony in Goa and a Hindu ceremony in Mumbai. The couple celebrated with a grand party attended by the Kapoor clan. They posted a caption joking about the "trial period" ending as they became Mr.
Dhanush has delayed the release of his Tamil film OM to a later date, citing respect for Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 which opens a day earlier. He also declined a Diwali slot because Suriya’s film is scheduled for the same day, aiming to avoid box‑office competition. The new release date will be announced soon.
The Central Crime Branch has arrested a former employee of granite baron R Veeramani for withholding key evidence in the POCSO case. Actor‑politician Kamal Haasan condemned the cover‑up and demanded uncompromising justice. The case has seen multiple arrests, including Veeramani and associates, after a child abuse survivor was traced.
Indian celebrity chef‑actor Ranveer Brar will play a biryani chef in an upcoming UK‑based feature film that follows his character from India to Saudi Arabia and then to England. The project, slated to shoot early next year, highlights Brar’s belief that food‑fiction is the next big storytelling trend. He also plans a book on tandoor cooking and a new MasterChef India season.
A film adaptation of The Family Man is being explored by the creators, though no concrete plans have been announced yet. The series’ fourth season is still the priority, with shooting slated for early 2027. The project’s future depends on the success of the upcoming season.
Anjana Yelavarthy posted a touching video of her son Arjun massaging Nani’s shoulders while celebrating the release of The Paradise. She reflected on how the actor’s career blossomed from no screenings in 2009 to paid premieres in 2026. The film, directed by Srikanth Odela, is set to hit screens on September 24 after a paid premiere the night before.
Nag Ashwin’s film Kalki 2898 AD clinched two National Awards, including Best Production Design. Ashwin credits the film’s ambitious visual effects and star‑powered performances for the success. He vows to keep the sequel true to the story while building on the genre’s growing appeal.
The first look of Udta Teer shows Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan in a fast‑paced, comedic adventure that blends action and ensemble humor. Director Akash A Kaushik makes his debut with a film backed by Dharma Productions and Sikhya Entertainment. The movie is set to hit theaters on October 9, 2026.
