India’s Marathi thriller ‘Gondhal’ has been chosen as the country’s entry for the 99th Academy Awards. Director Santosh Davakhar says the film showcases India’s rich heritage and aims to resonate with global audiences. The team is now gearing up for a U.S.
Richa Chadha’s eight‑episode series Musafiri debuted its trailer on September 18, 2026, promising fresh insights into Mumbai. The show will premiere on the new Phull Stop channel, with episodes dropping every Friday starting September 25. Chadha, who also writes and produces, says motherhood sparked her curiosity about the city’s lesser‑known history.
Ed Sheeran will headline Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field tonight without any opening acts after Macklemore’s removal. The concert now opens at 8 pm instead of the planned 5:30 pm. Resale tickets have fallen to as low as $42, reflecting a sharp drop in prices and a surge in listings.
Rohit Shetty announces Golmaal 5 will hit screens on January 8, 2027, featuring Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, Shreyas Talpade, Arshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor and Sharman Joshi. The director shares a fresh poster and a caption about laughter and family. The film follows the successful Golmaal franchise that began in 2006.
Actor Nani, promoting his film The Paradise in Karnataka, suggested women should wear braids again, citing his character’s style. Reporters and netizens mocked the remark, arguing modern women lack time for such hair care. The comment sparked a lively online debate about tradition versus contemporary lifestyles.
Vijay Sethupathi recalled a personal call from Vijay after wishing his son Jason a happy birthday, sparking fan interest. He also praised Vijay’s family and shared a sweet hug moment involving Rohan from Jana Nayagan. The actor’s comments came ahead of the Baththa audio launch, where he and Vijay previously worked together.
Actress Bipasha Basu posted a video claiming she found worms in a newly opened Isopure protein powder container. The brand issued a statement that its quality team is reviewing the pack for authenticity. The incident has drawn attention to food safety concerns in Maharashtra.
Hanuman Ansh opened in 350 theatres but fell to 25‑30 screens after Toxic and Awarapan 2 hit the market. Producer Ragini Sona kept the film running for another week, convinced distributors to stay the course. The decision helped the movie maintain steady business despite stiff competition.
Brad Pitt will reprise his role as Gerry Lane in a new World War Z film directed by award‑winning filmmaker Edward Berger. The project is being produced by Plan B Entertainment and written by Dennis Kelly. Plot details remain under wraps as the sequel moves forward under Paramount Pictures.
Ed Sheeran performed in Philadelphia despite backlash over his opening act’s pro‑Palestinian remarks. The pop star’s tour lost several supporting acts, including his band and Finneas, after the controversy. Ticket prices fell sharply as the event approached, reflecting mixed audience reactions.
