Awarapan 2 has been passed with a U/A 16+ certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The film's censor process was completed in advance, with minimal cuts made to the content. Awarapan 2 is set to release in cinemas on August 14, starring Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani.
Shreya Kalra emerged victorious in the grand finale of Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa, defeating Shivangi Joshi. The reality show star lifted the trophy and took home ₹1 crore in prize money. Lock Upp season 2 has concluded with Shreya Kalra as the winner.
Vijay's Tamil action drama Jana Nayagan has completed 13 days at the Kerala box office, with a gross of ₹16.38 crore. The film is moving closer to its reported breakeven mark in the state, with a distributor share of approximately ₹7.29 crore. To reach complete breakeven, Jana Nayagan needs another strong weekend.
Varun Yadav, a former Lock Upp season 2 contestant, believes neither Shreya Kalra nor Shivangi Joshi deserves to win the show. He criticized the behavior of contestants, saying reality TV should promote clean entertainment. The grand finale of Lock Upp season 2 is set to stream on Netflix.
Bigg Boss OTT 2 contestant Jiyaa Shankar has announced her engagement to Kaaran. The couple's romantic outdoor proposal was captured in sweet pictures shared by Jiyaa. The proposal comes after months of speculation about her relationship status.
Actor Pradeep Rawat passed away at 74 after a cancer relapse. He was a prominent face in the Indian film industry, known for his performances in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil cinema. The Lagaan team, including Aamir Khan and Ashutosh Gowariker, attended his funeral in Mumbai.
Idhayam Murali, a Tamil romantic drama starring Atharvaa, will be available on Netflix from August 7, 2026. The film, directed by Aakash Baskaran, follows the life of Idhaya as he navigates relationships and career changes. Idhayam Murali will be streamed in multiple languages, including Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam.
Shreya Kalra has emerged as the top choice among Hindustan Times readers to win Lock Upp 2, with 40% of the vote. The social media influencer and ex-Roadies contestant is closely followed by Shivangi Joshi, who secured 34% of the votes. The finale of Lock Upp 2 will stream on Netflix at 8 PM, where the final contestants will face a series of questions and tasks to secure their place in the finale.
Akshay Kumar has announced the 18th edition of the Akshay Kumar International Kudo Tournament, set to take place in Ahmedabad on November 15, 2026. The tournament aims to promote Kudo across India and provide a platform for young martial artists to compete. This initiative has been supporting aspiring athletes for over a decade, making competitive martial arts more accessible to all.
The cast of Lagaan reunited in Mumbai to celebrate the film's 25th anniversary. Aamir Khan, Gracy Singh, and Paul Blackthorne have pursued successful careers in Bollywood and Hollywood. The film's enduring popularity continues to attract new audiences.
