Actor Jacob Batalon, known for playing Ned Leeds in Spider-Man films, has secretly married his longtime partner Veronica Leahov. The couple attended the Spider-Man: Brand New Day premiere with Batalon wearing a wedding ring. Spider-Man: Brand New Day has broken box office records with its opening, earning $72 million in paid previews and becoming the biggest Hollywood opener in India.
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr defended his agency's actions against ABC, stating that broadcasters have a duty to operate in the public interest. The FCC launched an early review of eight ABC local broadcast licenses, citing diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. The move has been seen as a retaliation against ABC's coverage of President Donald Trump.
Shah Rukh Khan is set to star in the upcoming film King, directed by Siddharth Anand. The film's music rights have been sold for a record Rs 50 crore, making it one of the biggest deals in recent times. King is expected to release during the Christmas 2026 weekend.
Jana Nayagan, starring Thalapathy Vijay, has been struggling at the box office in its second week. The movie, which was released in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, has seen a continuous dip in footfall since the opening weekend. Despite earning Rs 155.83cr, it is unlikely to reach the 160cr mark ahead of the second weekend.
Shagun Sharma has spoken out against fellow contestant Gaurav Khanna on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15, claiming he bullied her during filming. The reality show's new season will feature a fresh format with returning contestants competing alongside new participants. Gaurav Khanna's personal life has also been in the headlines recently, with his wife revealing they are getting a divorce.
Rashmika Mandanna has suffered a hip injury during a shoot for one of her upcoming projects. The injury resulted in a complete tendon detachment in her hip, a common issue among athletes. She has been advised to take six weeks of rest and undergo a rehabilitation program before returning to work.
Shubhangi Atre shared her experience of working on Ektaa Kapoor's show Kasturi, where she worked non-stop for 6 days. She revealed that she was selected on the 21st and her pack-up was directly on the 27th. Atre was last seen in the show Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain!, where she played the role of Angoori for nine years.
Kangana Ranaut, a BJP MP and actor, has responded to internet trolls who used her film roles to criticize her comments on Gen Z protests. She emphasized that her movie characters are not representative of real-life situations. Ranaut also expressed her concern about the language and behavior of some students during protests.
Karisma Kapoor has joined Fevicreate Idea Labs Season 3 as a judge, where she will mentor young contestants with innovative ideas. The competition received over 3 lakh applications, with 12 finalists shortlisted across two age groups. Kapoor's role on the show highlights her focus on mentorship and encouraging creativity among children.
Netflix has announced Chumbak, a new multi-generational comedy series set in a contemporary urban Indian neighbourhood. The series follows five families living side by side, exploring everyday celebrations, crises, and chaos. Chumbak premieres on Netflix on August 28, 2026.
