Director Vishal Chaturvedi has announced his next project, a biopic titled ‘RamBola’ that chronicles the life of 16th‑century saint and poet Goswami Tulsidas. The film will be produced by Mahaveer Jain Films and will bring Tulsidas’s devotional legacy to the big screen. Fans of Indian cinema can expect the release to follow the success of Chaturvedi’s recent hit, Hanuman Ansh.
Nafisa Ali announced that a recent PET/CT scan revealed new ovarian cancer deposits on her liver, indicating disease progression. The 69‑year‑old actress, who had celebrated a third remission months earlier, is now beginning targeted therapy to fight the spread. She thanked fans for their support and shared a hopeful photo from her hospital bed.
Rahul Sadasivan’s horror film ‘Odiyan’ kicked off with a pooja ceremony attended by stars Prithviraj Sukumaran and Manju Warrier. The film, a joint venture between Dharma Productions and Prithviraj Productions, will be shot in five languages. Prithviraj and Manju will film 10‑12 and 15 days respectively as the first schedule begins.
Kangana Ranaut slammed Rakhi Sawant after the latter made a scathing comment about her and Smriti Irani. Ranaut accused Sawant of ‘character lynching’ successful women and said she would not listen to those who haven’t achieved even a fraction of her success. The exchange highlights the growing feud between the two Bollywood figures.
Soori’s sports drama Mandaadi has outperformed Karthi’s spy thriller Sardar 2 on the first Monday, pulling in over Rs 1.96 cr from morning shows. The film’s occupancy hit 38.46% in the morning, while Sardar 2 managed only 12% and earned a mere Rs 24 lakhs. Industry buzz has praised Mandaadi’s strong hold, with total collections projected to exceed Rs 45 cr by the end of the week.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay waved the green flag at Silverstone’s Michelin Le Mans Cup, where actor‑racer Ajith was competing. The two stars embraced on the podium, sparking viral joy among fans who usually clash online. The visit also hints at plans to develop a motorsport hub in Chennai.
Helen Mirren says playing author Patricia Highsmith in "A Talent for Murder" was her most demanding role yet. The film follows a publisher’s attempt to coax the reclusive novelist into writing a final Tom Ripley book. Mirren highlights Highsmith’s abrasive, reclusive nature as the key challenge.
The new K‑drama Four Hands, Two Sonatas drops a tense piano rivalry between Song Kang’s prodigy Bi Oh and Lee Jun Young’s wounded Jeong Yo, turning every recital into a psychological duel. Set in a Seoul elite arts high school, the series explores how family pressure and past trauma shape the characters’ music careers. After six episodes, the show has carved a sharp coming‑of‑age story that blends…
The Telugu film ‘Irumudi’ starring Ravi Teja will debut on Netflix on September 18, available in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam. The story follows an alcoholic father who embarks on a vow of silence to protect his daughter and village. Critics praise Teja’s performance and the film’s emotional depth.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay waved the ceremonial green flag at Silverstone’s Le Mans Cup and presented a miniature race car to actor Ajith Kumar, calling him a “lovely brother.” Ajith, competing with his team, finished 38th out of 44 entrants. Fans from the UK gathered to witness the friendly exchange and the event’s social‑media buzz.
