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Telugu star Allu Arjun has lauded Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar, calling it a brilliantly made film with strong performances, top-notch technical aspects and music, and praised director Aditya Dhar for his filmmaking.

Megastar Chiranjeevi extended a heartfelt birthday greeting to Venkatesh, recalling moments from their upcoming film Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu. The Anil Ravipudi directorial marks their first on-screen collaboration and is slated for Sankranti 2026 release.

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar has confirmed that Dhurandhar Part 2 is in the works after Hrithik Roshan shared a second glowing review of the film, praising its storytelling and performances and calling it memorable cinema.

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Filmmaker SS Rajamouli has praised Ashish Chanchlani’s series Ekaki, calling it promising and lauding its genre shift from horror to sci-fi. Chanchlani said Rajamouli’s appreciation was his biggest achievement.

Kalyan Jewellers opened a new showroom in Begumpet, inaugurated by actors Nagarjuna and Sreeleela. The store features signature collections, exclusive launch offers and BIS hallmarked jewellery. The company said the showroom will enhance customer experience while reinforcing its commitment to trust and transparency.

Telangana cinematography minister Komatireddy Venkat Redd put the blame squarely on officials for issuing an order hiking the Akhanda - 2 ticket prices. He says he was not aware of the order being given

Lionel Messi returns to India for a high-profile, non-competitive tour across Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Delhi, featuring promotional events, celebrity interactions, and philanthropy. Fans anticipate spectacle, though former footballers critique the visit for lacking actual football action and engagement 

ZEE5 will premiere Mammootty-starrer “Dominic and the Ladies' Purse” on December 19. The Malayalam mystery-comedy-thriller, directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, follows former cop Dominic and his aide Vignesh solving a deceptively simple case that spirals into suspense and humour

Priyanka Chopra Jonas says embracing vulnerability is key to her personal growth, as she works on being emotionally honest rather than always portraying toughness. Motherhood and self-reflection have reshaped her perspective, allowing her to balance strength with openness and authenticity

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Rajinikanth’s 75th birthday and 50 years in cinema sparked massive celebrations across Tamil Nadu and worldwide, with 4K re-releases, concerts and themed parties. Political leaders and fans paid tributes as theatres filled with festive crowds honouring the superstar’s unparalleled cultural impact and enduring legacy

Priyanka Chopra shared her in-flight skincare routine, revealing that hydration is key to keeping skin healthy during long-haul flights. The actress posted a candid photo of herself using a sheet mask while traveling, giving fans a glimpse into her travel regimen.

Casting directors Bernard Telsey and Tiffany Little Canfield shaped the “Wicked” films, filling hundreds of roles worldwide. With the Oscars introducing a casting award, the profession gains recognition for its crucial yet often invisible role in film, TV, and theatre

Anupama Parameswaran’s upcoming film Lockdown has been postponed yet again, with Lyca Productions citing “unforeseen circumstances.” This marks the second delay in two weeks, after earlier rescheduling due to heavy rains in Tamil Nadu. A new release date will be announced soon.

Priyanka Chopra made a whirlwind 12-hour visit to Mumbai to shoot for 'The Great Indian Kapil Show' season 4, sharing behind-the-scenes moments online before returning to New York. She now continues filming SSMB29 and prepping for upcoming projects including 'Krrish 4' and 'The Bluff'

Hrithik Roshan praised Aditya Dhar’s “Dhurandhar”, saying the film reminded him of why he fell in love with cinema. While disagreeing with its politics, he admired its storytelling, performances, and craft, calling the director and cast “phenomenal”.

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Telangana has approved a temporary ticket hike for ‘Akhanda-2’, allowing a Rs 600 special show on December 11 and increased rates for three days. Theatres must contribute 20 percent of the incremental earnings to the Telugu Film Industry Employees Welfare Association

Tencent has withdrawn its $1-billion financing commitment from Paramount Skydance’s $77.9-billion hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, amid concerns over CFIUS national-security review. Saudi, Abu Dhabi, and Qatar funds continue financing, giving up management rights to avoid scrutiny

The makers of Venkatesh and Trivikram’s upcoming entertainer on Wednesday announced the film’s title — Aadarsha Kutumbam House No: 47 – AK 47 — and released its first look. Shooting began today, with the film set for a summer 2026 worldwide release.

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Sony LIV will stream Season 2 of historical drama *Freedom at Midnight* from January 9, exploring India’s post-independence turbulence. Featuring Sidhant Gupta, Chirag Vohra, and Rajendra Chawla, the series highlights political decisions and human stories shaping the nation’s transition 

Actor Tamannaah Bhatia will star opposite Siddhant Chaturvedi in the biographical drama 'V Shantaram', portraying Jayashree, the legendary filmmaker’s second wife and collaborator, tracing Shantaram’s cinematic journey from silent films to color, under director Abhijeet Shirish Deshpande