Ankur Hooda’s Haryanvi film The Calf Doll was lauded at the Copenhagen International Documentary Film Festival and is now in the BFI London Film Festival’s documentary competition. The story follows an elderly farmer who creates a lifelike calf doll after his cow’s stillborn calf. The film critiques how progress forces rural families to sacrifice tradition and livelihood.
Rumors that veteran Kannada actress M.N. Lakshmi Devi had died were disproved when her granddaughter posted a video of her smiling. The family confirmed the actress is healthy and alive.
Deepika Padukone posed with her baby bump in a black‑and‑white maternity shoot shared by Ranveer Singh on Instagram. The couple celebrated daughter Dua’s second birthday with intimate photos of the family. Fans and film friends showered praise on the newly minted parents’ adorable post.
‘Modha Rathri’ follows Maruthu and Selvi as they navigate a wedding disrupted by superstitions and a missing priest. The debut film blends humor and pathos, with supernatural elements driving the plot. Director Raja Karuppasamy uses the story to explore destiny’s role in everyday life.
The new Maya Lady trailer showcases a quirky, emotional love story that has already drawn praise for its fresh concept. Rakesh Varre leads a cast that includes Madhumita Sarcar and Satya, delivering a mix of romance, comedy and heart‑tugging moments. Filmed in scenic Vizag, the teaser highlights vibrant visuals and a catchy soundtrack.
The makers have announced that Chiranjeevi’s next film, Kaaka, will hit theatres on January 13, 2027, coinciding with the Sankranthi festival. The movie, directed by Bobby Kolli, follows Chiranjeevi as a middle‑class supervisor in the aqua industry. Fans can also look forward to the first song dropping soon, adding buzz to the upcoming release.
Veteran Kannada actor Anant Nag has been awarded the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2024 for his lifelong contribution to Indian cinema. The honor will be presented on September 22, 2026, in Kevadia, Gujarat, during the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Nag’s versatility and impact on Kannada film history.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated his 76th birthday with a wave of social‑media tributes from Bollywood icons. Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar posted heartfelt messages, while actress‑MP Kangana Ranaut highlighted his ‘Ashirwad Ka Diya’ campaign. The collective wishes focused on health, happiness and continued public service.
Mirzapur: The Movie has crossed the ₹200 crore mark at the domestic box office, marking a rare achievement for a second‑week release. The film earned ₹3.39 crore on Thursday, bringing its total to ₹202.84 crore. Despite a drop in weekend collections, the star‑filled cast keeps audiences engaged.
Kumaran has topped the unofficial vote count in Week 2 of Bigg Boss Tamil 10, edging out Lakshmi Priya and Asmitha. The show, hosted by Vijay Sethupathi, now faces a double elimination—one by housemates and another announced by the host over the weekend, adding extra drama to the already heated mix of celebrities, commoners and wild‑cards. With 10 contestants nominated after Savinya’s first‑week e…
