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Actor Vijay Deverakonda marked the 10th anniversary of his breakout Telugu film Pellichoopulu with an emotional note on X, expressing gratitude to director Tharun Bhascker Dhaassyam and the film’s team. He credited the film for giving him recognition as a young dreamer, called Tharun a “precious soul.”

Amitabh Bachchan has wrapped pre-production for the 18th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati and announced that the “test starts now” as shooting begins August 1. The first episode will premiere on August 10 on Sony Entertainment Television.

The official trailer of Ramayana: Part 1, starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana, was unveiled on July 30, 2026, in five Indian languages. The film is set for a worldwide Diwali 2026 release.

Mumbai Police are probing a threatening audio message allegedly sent to actor Aamir Khan via a Sweden‑based VPN, with suspected links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Investigators are analyzing the digital trail, though no FIR has been filed yet.

Director Destin Daniel Cretton says Spider-Man's enduring appeal lies in his humanity and vulnerability, themes explored in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The filmmaker also praised Tom Holland's performance and highlighted the film's practical action sequences ahead of its India release

Veteran actress Meenakshi Seshadri reminisced about the success of her blockbuster film Hero on India's Best Dancer, revealing that it ran for a year at Chennai's Padma theatre and recalling her memorable on-screen chemistry with Jackie Shroff

Actress Adah Sharma says films claiming to be based on true events carry a responsibility and shouldn't be used as marketing gimmicks. Discussing her upcoming 2027 Marathi debut Gajra, she highlighted the unsettling reality behind its narrative

Telugu star Allu Arjun triggered online criticism after advising fans at a Hyderabad event to "wait outside the house" of girls they like instead of trolling. Meanwhile, the actor has sought permission to appear virtually in the Sandhya Theatre stampede case

Sanjay Dutt's twins, Shahraan and Iqra, shared emotional birthday messages for the Bollywood star on his 67th birthday, thanking him for his unwavering love, support and encouragement. The actor responded with a heartfelt message to his son on social media.

Marking 10 years of the blockbuster hit Pelli Choopulu, actress Ritu Varma shared a heartfelt note thanking audiences for their enduring love. The star is currently gearing up for Sankalp Reddy's upcoming historical action entertainer Bharatavarsha alongside Gopichand

A video of a 25-year-old man introducing his mother to his new BMW has gone viral on social media. Her emotional reaction and proud smile touched viewers, with many praising the mother-son bond and celebrating the young man's achievement.

Veteran actor Rekha will receive the Excellence in Cinema Award at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2026, where Umrao Jaan will be screened in tribute to her career. She will also hoist the Indian flag during the festival's Independence Day celebrations

The makers of Trivikram’s upcoming entertainer Aadarsha Kutumbam House No: 47 – AK 47, starring Venkatesh, have unveiled a video introducing actress Srinidhi Shetty’s character Swarna.

The makers of Aakasamlo Oka Tara unveiled a new poster featuring Dulquer Salmaan as Krishna on his birthday and announced the release of the first single. Directed by Pavan Sadineni, the film stars Satvika Veeravalli and follows a rural girl’s space dream

Actor Shilpa Shetty dismissed a viral social media post on caste-based reservation falsely attributed to her, calling it fabricated and malicious. She urged people not to believe fake news while reiterating that the circulating statement had no connection to her

Producer Mahaveer Jain praised Vikrant Massey's performance as Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in the upcoming film White, calling it transformative. Inspired by Colombia's conflict resolution, the political thriller aims to deliver a global message of peace through Indian spiritual wisdom

Suri, the daughter of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes, has legally changed her surname to Noelle, adopting her mother's middle name. The change follows her high school graduation, while both parents continue with separate film and entertainment projects

Actor Jr NTR has been advised six to eight weeks of complete rest after sustaining a shoulder injury, his team announced. Doctors recommended recovery time following medical evaluation, while the actor's team assured fans there was no cause for concern

Rakul Preet Singh has returned to the gym after recovering from an injury, sharing an emotional note about patience, resilience and self-belief. The actress said her recovery changed her perspective on fitness, teaching her to value healing, gratitude and new beginnings

Actress Lisa Ray shared an emotional reflection on social media, saying her battle with cancer and experience with perimenopause reshaped her outlook on ageing, self-worth and life. She said the challenges taught her to listen to her body and prioritise herself.

Karan Johar will return as host of The Traitors Season 2, premiering on Prime Video on August 13. Featuring 21 celebrity contestants, the reality series promises higher stakes, sharper gameplay and intense psychological drama, with new episodes releasing every Thursday.

Actor Mihir Sagar says working with Prajakta Koli on Operation Safed Sagar was a rewarding experience, highlighting their natural on-screen chemistry. Inspired by real events from the 1999 Kargil War, the military drama premieres globally on Netflix on August 7.

Kannada star Yash delighted fans at Mumbai airport by patiently posing for selfies before leaving. The actor is preparing for his role as Ravana in Ramayana and also awaits the release of Toxic, which recently generated buzz over its first song

Indian Idol 16 winner Jyotirmayee Nayak says the reality show transformed her as both an artist and a person. The Odia singer, who overcame throat problems to win the trophy, revealed that stepping out of her comfort zone with voice modulation and diverse styles helped her grow.