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Director Shiva Nirvana says Ravi Teja will be seen in a never-before avatar in Irumudi. Set against an Ayyappa backdrop, the film explores a father-daughter relationship, faith, family and emotional transformation, while promising a theatrical experience for audiences.

Shriya Saran’s daughter appeared uncomfortable around paparazzi outside an ISKCON temple in Mumbai and hid behind her mother. The actor calmly comforted her, while the incident highlighted Shriya’s protective approach to motherhood and her efforts to balance work and family.

Megastar Chiranjeevi’s upcoming film with director Bobby Kolli, tentatively titled Mega158, has reportedly completed 40 days of shooting, with sources claiming the first-half edit is locked. The film’s grand interval action sequence is expected to be a major attraction.

Content creator Apoorva Makhija, known as Rebel Kid, has moved to New York, saying she no longer sees herself building a future in India. The influencer said she hopes to pursue business and higher studies beyond her content-creation career.

Veteran actress Phyllida Law, mother of Emma Thompson, has died aged 94. Her manager said she died peacefully at home surrounded by family on July 27. Law enjoyed a five-decade career spanning theatre, television and acclaimed films.

Actress Isha Koppikar responded to being labelled an ‘andhbhakt’, saying she proudly embraces the term if loving India and supporting its progress qualifies as such. She stressed that her devotion is to the nation, not any political party, and urged citizens to contribute

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, in a special episode with Commonwealth Games 2026 gold medallists, recalled the rejection and harsh criticism he faced during his early days in the Hindi film industry, including being told he was “too tall” to act and being asked to leave a film set for arriving late.

  Pierce Brosnan has joined Netflix’s Extraction 3, starring alongside Chris Hemsworth in the action franchise directed by Sam Hargrave. Idris Elba, Golshifteh Farahani and other cast members also return or join. Plot details remain under wraps as production continues 

Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu, who is expecting her first child, shared a candid Instagram post revealing that she now considers “compression socks” her fashion choice. The ‘Kushi’ star’s swollen feet prompted her to embrace the comfort of compression socks.

Ram Pothineni reportedly shot for 24 hours continuously in Pondicherry while directing and starring in his ambitious debut, RaPo23. Rain disrupted the nine-day schedule, with the team set to return. The psychological action thriller features major action sequences, elaborate production design and a strong technical crew

Actor Mohanlal has announced his collaboration with filmmaker Anoop Sathyan for a new film, produced by Binu George Alexander in association with Aashirvad Cinemas. The project will begin shooting in November, with Mohanlal sharing the update on his X handle.

Anupam Kher recalled his drama school days while wishing Robert De Niro on his birthday. The actor revealed he had written a research paper on De Niro’s films before eventually sharing screen space with him and calling him a friend

Nimisha Sajayan-starrer investigative drama Babita Singh Reporting will premiere on Prime Video on August 28. Directed by Ambiecka Pandit, the film follows a suspended police officer investigating her friend's murder while confronting grief, relationships and a journey of self-discovery

Actor Ananya Raj, known for films including 7 Hours to Go, The Final Exit and Ghost, died in her sleep on July 15 at the age of 35. Her family announced her death more than a month later

Tom Holland’s “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” has crossed USD 2 billion worldwide in 17 days, becoming the second-fastest film to reach the milestone. The superhero movie has also become the highest-grossing instalment in the “Spider-Man” franchise, surpassing “No Way Home”

Janhvi Kapoor has extended her support to Veer Pahariya’s upcoming romantic comedy ‘Prem Keetanu’ by sharing its teaser on Instagram. Directed by Apoorv Singh Karki, the film follows a free-spirited college student navigating hostel life, dating, heartbreak and other firsts

Anupam Kher wished Robert De Niro on his birthday, recalling how he wrote about Mean Streets and Taxi Driver during drama school. Kher said his childhood dream of meeting De Niro eventually became a friendship and screen collaboration.

Superstar Rajinikanth has unveiled the motion poster of Suseenthiran’s crime thriller ‘Oru Kaidhiyin Diary’, starring Shanthnu Bhagyaraj and Seeman. Set against Madurai’s backdrop, the film explores a father-son relationship while combining family emotions, action and crime

Instagram has refreshed its wordmark for the first time in a decade, giving it a bolder, simpler look. The redesign has drawn mixed reactions online, with some users praising the change while others joke that the new lettering reads “Instagzam”.

Nigerian influencer Agu Stanley Chiedozie, who gained popularity through reality show 'Alliance', says he would love to explore humorous and hero roles. He is also keen to work across films, television and OTT while pursuing interests in singing and sports.

Actress Avika Gor apologised to Farrhana Bhatt after a tense exchange on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15. Avika admitted she wrongly directed her frustration at Farrhana and acknowledged that her behaviour was inappropriate. The actress shared her apology on social media

Hollywood actor Johnny Depp is in talks to return as Captain Jack Sparrow in the potential sixth installment of the “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise. Producer Jerry Bruckheimer confirmed discussions with Depp and said the screenplay is currently being developed

Bollywood actress Kashmera Shah questioned the existence of true love, expressing disillusionment over marriages and infidelity. Her remarks came amid the ongoing public spat between Govinda and Sunita Ahuja, who have exchanged allegations and criticism over their relationship

The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has paid tribute to Bollywood actress Ananya Raj, who passed away on July 15 at the age of 27 after battling health issues. Her family announced the news nearly a month later, remembering her as a strong-spirited individual.