Rani Mukerji will be conferred the Honorary Doctor of Letters by La Trobe University at the 2026 Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. This recognition honours her extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema and her commitment to social causes. The ceremony will take place on August 14, 2026, at Federation Square in Melbourne.
The release date of Shraddha Kapoor's Eetha has been changed, with the producers considering a preponement or postponement. The film was initially scheduled for August 28 but may now arrive earlier or later due to a crowded release schedule. Eetha's producers aim to avoid a clash with Toxic: A Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups, which is also set for release in August.
Zareen Khan firmly called out a paparazzo for making an inappropriate remark during a public appearance. The actress was attending a launch event where she was showcasing a brand's latest apparel collection. She responded firmly, saying 'Hadd mein rehna' and made it clear that such comments would not be tolerated.
A cleric has issued a fatwa against Bollywood actor Aamir Khan for marrying his longtime partner Gauri Spratt, citing religious objections to the interfaith union. The cleric claims that Muslims are not permitted to marry non-Muslim women unless they convert to Islam. Aamir Khan married Gauri Spratt in a private ceremony in Mumbai on July 5, 2026.
Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan team up for the thriller Haiwaan, directed by Priyadarshan. The film promises an intense cinematic experience with a gripping narrative packed with mystery and psychological tension. Haiwaan is set for a theatrical release on 11 September 2026.
The Ramayana trailer has been passed by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with a 'U' certificate. The trailer, which is 4 minutes and 15 seconds long, is set to release before the film's debut on Diwali 2026. The movie stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash in key roles.
The Ramayana trailer will be screened at San Diego Comic-Con on July 23, featuring live performances and exclusive surprises. Ranbir Kapoor and Yash will join producer Namit Malhotra and director Nitesh Tiwari for the panel. The event will be held in Ballroom 20, which can accommodate nearly 4,800 people.
Tamannaah Bhatia has begun filming for the horror movie Ragini 3. The film, directed by Shashanka Ghosh, was previously delayed due to casting and production issues. It is being produced by Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Motion Pictures.
A fourth instalment of the Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise is reportedly in development, with Kartik Aaryan expected to reprise his role as Rooh Baba. The screenplay is currently under development, with the makers focusing on finalising a strong script before locking the film's director. Anees Bazmee, who directed Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, is expected to return as director.
The Centre is considering making Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) certification mandatory for films released directly on OTT platforms. This move comes after Diljit Dosanjh's Satluj was streamed on Zee5 without a CBFC certificate. The government is also exploring changes to OTT regulations to introduce such a requirement.
