KATSEYE member Sophia Laforteza is facing backlash after photos of her on vacation in California emerged shortly after she cited illness as the reason for missing a group performance. The photos have sparked speculation among fans, with some accusing her of lying about her health. KATSEYE's management has not commented on the situation.
Anupam Kher has announced the completion of shooting for Yeh Prem Mol Liya, a romantic musical family drama directed by Sooraj R. Barjatya. The film stars Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari in the lead roles.
Malayalam cinema is embracing longer runtimes, with several recent releases clocking in at over three hours. This shift is part of a broader trend in Indian film industries, where event films are becoming increasingly popular. Despite the growing runtimes, audiences remain willing to invest time in these big releases, with theatre owners benefiting from packed shows.
Katie Holmes supports her 20-year-old daughter Suri's decision to remove Tom Cruise's surname from her name. Suri, who was born in 2006, has legally adopted her mother's middle name, Noelle, as her last name. This move comes after years of Suri being raised to think for herself and become an independent person.
Actor Shantanu Maheshwari finds the Mumbai monsoon season to be a time to slow down and appreciate the beauty of the city. He enjoys the rain and the way it makes everything feel greener and fresher. Maheshwari also appreciates the involuntary break from work that the monsoon offers, allowing him to catch up on films, read books, and spend time with family and friends.
Shahneel Gill, sister of cricketer Shubman Gill, joins The Traitors 2 reality show hosted by Karan Johar. The show promises more drama and twists with 21 celebrity contestants competing for the winning title and prize money. The Traitors Season 2 premieres globally on Prime Video on August 13.
Ranbir Kapoor is set to play Lord Ram in the upcoming film adaptation of Ramayana, despite criticism over his casting. Dipika Chikhlia, who played Sita in the original TV series, has come to his defense, saying that an actor's job is to play varied roles. The film, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, will be released in theaters for Diwali 2026.
A fresh lineup of films has arrived on OTT platforms this week. The lineup includes Malayalam psychological thriller 'Balan: The Boy', Telugu period drama 'Rao Bahadur', and Tamil sequel 'Gatta Kusthi 2'. These films will be available for streaming on various platforms starting July 31.
Love Oh Love, a Tamil romantic comedy starring Pavish Narayan and Naga Durga, is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. The film, directed by Magesh Rajendran, follows the story of Raghuvaran and his girlfriend Avantika as they navigate their relationship. The movie is available in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, giving viewers multiple language options.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has made ₹60.60 crore net in India on its opening day. The film, starring Tom Holland and Zendaya, saw a 72.3% occupancy from 17,250 shows. It has beaten the opening of Tom's recent release, The Odyssey, and the lifetime collection of The Fantastic Four: First Steps in India.
