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Four Indian films, including Kannada blockbuster Kantara Chapter 1 and Hindi title Tanvi The Great, have made it to the Academy’s eligibility list for Oscars 2026. The list is a step ahead of nominations to be announced later this month

“Dhurandhar” has emerged as the highest earning Hindi film ever, drawing packed theatres and intense debate. While praised for storytelling and scale, the Pakistan-set spy thriller has also faced criticism and overseas bans for its political overtones

Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu unveiled the teaser of her second production, Maa Inti Bangaaram, describing it as a rooted, emotional and family-first narrative. Directed by Nandini Reddy, the film blends intense drama, action and soulful storytelling.

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Actor Jiiva joined Simbu, Jai and Harish Kalyan in backing Vijay after Jana Nayagan was postponed due to censor clearance issues, with actors assuring fans that the delay would only strengthen the film’s impact.

Telugu Prime Original Cheekatilo, starring Sobhita Dhulipala and Vishwadev Rachakonda, premieres on January 23. Set in Hyderabad, the crime suspense drama follows a true-crime podcaster whose pursuit of truth exposes the city’s darkest secrets.

Netflix has announced a strong 2026 lineup featuring new seasons of Emily in Paris, Bridgerton, One Piece, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Enola Holmes and the film Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, promising a year packed with entertainment.

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Priyanka Chopra will be seen in a fierce pirate avatar in her upcoming action thriller The Bluff. Set in the late 1800s, the film follows a former pirate forced to confront her past as it resurfaces, and premieres on Prime Video on February 25.

The Telangana High Court has granted relief to producers of The Raja Saab and Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu in the matter of ticket price enhancement. A Division Bench clarified that a previous order restraining ticket price hikes applied only to certain big-budget films like Pushpa 2 and Game Changer.

Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal revealed their baby boy's name as Vihaan Kaushal, meaning "first ray of light." The couple shared the news with heartfelt messages and received blessings from celebrities

Bollywood stars Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal have revealed the name of their firstborn son as Vihaan Kaushal. Sharing an adorable picture, the couple received blessings from celebrities and fans alike. Vihaan was also Vicky’s character in Uri: The Surgical Strike.

Television actress Avika Gor has sparked pregnancy rumours after hinting at a major life change in 2026 in her latest vlog with husband Milind Chandwani. Fans began speculating after the couple described the change as unexpected and exciting.

Actor Courteney Cox has recalled agreeing to a tampon commercial early in her career due to financial hardship. She also revealed she made television history by becoming the first person to say the word “period” on TV.

Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu has unveiled the first-look poster of her upcoming Telugu film Maa Inti Bangaram. Directed by BV Nandini Reddy, the action drama features Samantha performing most stunts herself. The teaser trailer will be released on January 9.

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Nick Reiner is set to be arraigned in Los Angeles for the stabbing deaths of his parents, actor-director Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. He faces two counts of first-degree murder and has been held without bail since arrest

Actor Rashmika Mandanna celebrated the New Year with a holiday in Italy, sharing pictures from her Amalfi visit and a heartfelt message for fans. The actor also has several projects lined up, including Cocktail 2 and Mysaa.

Adivi Sesh has included the iconic 90s song Tu Cheez Badi Hai Mast in his upcoming film Dacoit, calling it a deeply personal choice rooted in childhood memories and nostalgia, with the film gearing up for a pan-India release.

The audio launch of Moonwalk turned into a musical spectacle as A R Rahman performed all five songs live, joined by Prabhu Deva and co-stars. The event celebrated Rahman’s birthday, with over 10,000 fans in attendance. The film releases in May.

Vipul Amrutlal Shah’s upcoming film 'Beyond The Kerala Story', directed by Kamakhya Narayan Singh, is set to release on February 27, 2026. The sequel continues the hard-hitting narrative of the 2023 National Award-winning 'The Kerala Story'

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Actor Chitrangda Singh has stressed the need for regulated shift timings on film sets, saying the conversation must extend beyond actors to include crew members who work long hours, while balancing creative flexibility and the practical realities of filmmaking.

Actor Neha Dhupia welcomed 2026 on a positive note, sharing beach holiday pictures and reflective thoughts on Instagram. She also spoke about returning to the stage after eight years and balancing motherhood with work in the entertainment industry.