Kamal Haasan paid tribute to legendary singer M S Subbulakshmi at the launch of her biopic, celebrating her 110th birth anniversary. The event drew family, Carnatic maestros and film stars at Chennai’s Music Academy. Rashmika Mandanna stars in the film, directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri with music by Anirudh Ravichander.
Luv Ranjan unveils the first poster for the friendship‑comedy Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar, spotlighting six newcomers in their acting debuts. The movie, directed by first‑time filmmaker Anuj Saini, is produced by Ranjan and Ankur Garg and backed by Luv Films. It will open worldwide in cinemas on October 23, 2026.
Meghna Gulzar says her new film Daayra, starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran, will keep hope alive while probing the justice system after a gang‑rape and murder. She cites past successes like Talvar and Chhapaak as examples of cinema sparking legal change. Gulzar hopes Daayra will spark reforms in law enforcement and the courts.
The Tamil comedy‑drama Modha Rathri, starring Rishikanth and Anishma Anilkumar, will stream on Netflix from September 18, 2026. The film, which premiered in theatres on August 21, was directed by Raja Karuppasamy in his first feature. Viewers can watch the story of an arranged marriage in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi.
The Malayalam supernatural thriller "It's A Medical Miracle" premiered in the UAE on September 16, drawing enthusiastic praise from viewers who dubbed it an absolute big‑screen masterpiece. Early social‑media buzz highlights the film as a potential game‑changer for Malayalam cinema. The movie, set for a wider Indian release on September 18, follows a brain‑dead man’s eerie quest for a nurse’s voic…
Matthew Lillard admitted he feels ashamed to reprise his role in Scream 7 after Melissa Barrera was dismissed for pro‑Palestinian posts. Barrera’s outspoken criticism of Israel’s actions in Gaza led Spyglass Media to terminate her, sparking protests outside Paramount. Lillard’s return has drawn backlash from fans who view his participation as a political statement.
Meghna Gulzar’s new film Daayra follows Ajooni, played by Kareena Kapoor Khan, as she probes a police encounter that turned into a gang‑rape and murder. The story pits a determined SIT officer against DCP Raman Kumar, portrayed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, and raises tough questions about law, justice and institutional power. While the first half drags, the film’s measured pace gives it a realistic fe…
The Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has announced a new 18‑member Central Board of Film Certification, keeping Shashi Shekhar Vempati as chairperson. The lineup includes celebrated actors like Pankaj Tripathi and Preity Zinta, alongside filmmakers, musicians and writers from across India’s entertainment industry. This diverse panel aims to bring broader representation to film certif…
Veteran actress Mandakini says she was not invited by Dawood Ibrahim to the Dubai event that sparked the controversial photo. She travelled to Dubai for a show before attending a cricket match where the picture was taken. The incident, she added, harmed her career and she has denied all rumors.
Shah Rukh Khan and Ranveer Singh were seen performing aarti at Mukesh Ambani’s Ganesh Chaturthi celebration, standing beside Nita Ambani in front of the deity. The event drew a star‑packed crowd, including Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif, and Varun Dhawan, all posing for photos. Social media buzzed with fans praising the duo’s chemistry and the lavish setting.
