Actor Dhanush recently spoke at his alma mater in Chennai, urging students to prioritize learning their mother tongue, Tamil, over English. He shared his personal experience of struggling with English but being fluent in Tamil. Dhanush also revealed how his French production experience highlighted the importance of knowing one's mother tongue.
Destin Daniel Cretton expressed disappointment over Marvel Studios' decision to cancel 'Wonder Man' despite a second season renewal. The show, which premiered in January, earned Yahya Abdul-Mateen II an Emmy nomination. Cretton and Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige were keen to continue the series.
Shah Rukh Khan has been named India's most valuable celebrity by Kroll's 2025 report, with a brand value of ₹1700 crore. This achievement comes despite not having a film release in close to three years. The report also places Ranveer Singh and Virat Kohli in the second and third spots respectively.
The Kroll Celebrity Brand Valuation Report 2025 reveals that nearly half of India's top 25 celebrity brands are actresses, with 12 women featured in the list. This marks a significant increase from last year's nine actresses. The combined brand worth of India's top 25 celebrities is valued at USD 2 billion in 2025.
Vismaya Mohanlal's debut film Thudakkam has generated significant buzz due to her impressive performance. The actress has shown her range by delivering an emotional scene that left director Jude Anthany Joseph surprised. Vismaya's journey to the big screen has been unique, unlike that of her brother Pranav Mohanlal.
Ava Gillies, a 26-year-old British makeup artist, died in a car crash in North Yorkshire. She was known for her work on major productions including Barbie, The Crown, and Bridgerton. Gillies was selected for BAFTA Connect in 2023, a three-year initiative to support emerging professionals in the screen industries.
Director Jude Anthany Joseph received a luxury Swiss watch from Suchitra Mohanlal after watching his upcoming film 'Thudakkam'. The watch is from Swiss luxury watchmaker Baume & Mercier, estimated to cost between ₹1 lakh and ₹4 lakh. 'Thudakkam' marks the acting debut of Vismaya Mohanlal and is set to release in theaters on August 7.
Shah Rukh Khan has reclaimed the top spot in India's celebrity brand rankings with a brand value of USD 177.9 million, a 47% increase from 2023. This surge is attributed to his growing endorsement portfolio and continued partnerships with prominent brands. Professionally, Shah Rukh Khan is gearing up for the highly anticipated film King.
Akanksha Chamola, a contestant on Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa, sparked controversy after doubling down on her statement that 'sexuality is a phase'. This remark was met with frustration from the LGBTQ+ community, who have been fighting for their rights and identity. Chamola's comments have been widely criticized on social media, with many calling for her to receive sex education.
Advance ticket bookings have opened for GDN, a biographical drama starring R. Madhavan. The film is scheduled for a worldwide release on August 7, 2026.
