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Actor Vikram’s deleted video featuring an endangered Lar Gibbon has prompted a Tamil Nadu Forest Department probe into alleged illegal possession and transfer of the exotic primates. Officials found two animals at an Erode breeder’s farm, while another had died 

Rajinikanth-starrer ‘Dharman’, directed by Ashwath Marimuthu and produced by Kamal Haasan’s Raaj Kamal Films International, has commenced its second shooting schedule. The action entertainer features Rajinikanth as a doctor taking on criminals, with music by Anirudh and stunts by Anbariv

Actor NTR Jr underwent successful arthroscopic shoulder surgery at KIMS Hospitals in Secunderabad on Wednesday. The hospital said he will begin a structured rehabilitation programme under medical supervision and is expected to make a full recovery within two to three months

Farhan Akhtar has shared rare, hand-drawn storyboards from ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ as the cult film marks 25 years. The actor-filmmaker revealed his meticulous approach to planning scenes, while reflecting on the movie’s enduring legacy and Excel Entertainment’s journey

Vijay Sethupathi’s upcoming film with director Balaji Tharaneetharan has been titled ‘Baththa’ and will release worldwide on October 1. The film marks their third collaboration and reunites Vijay Sethupathi with Atlee, who presents the project and serves as its producer

Kareena Kapoor wished Sara Ali Khan on her 31st birthday with a playful social media post featuring Saif Ali Khan, Sara and Ibrahim. Kareena also joked about Sara’s food preferences, while the actress celebrated her birthday with family and friends.

Actress Nayanthara praised Geethu Mohandas, director of Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown Ups, for her exceptional sensitivity and emotional support toward actors. Speaking at the trailer launch, Nayanthara highlighted Mohandas’ compassionate approach while praising the film’s ensemble cast and vision

The teaser of Allari Naresh-starrer Ramba Oorvasi Menaka promises a fantasy-comedy entertainer featuring three celestial nymphs who descend to Earth. Directed by Chandra Mohan Chintada, the film also stars Surabhi, Vennela Kishore and Raashi Singh.

Actress Urvashi Dholakia shared pictures from her recent Oxford getaway with friends including Ekta Kapoor and Nargis Fakhri. Calling them her “right tribe”, the actress posted moments from the holiday while also looking back at her television career.

Actress Mallika Sherawat has claimed that Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise has a crush on her and regularly texts her. The revelation came during The Traitors, where she also recalled partying with Cruise and previously attending a White House Christmas dinner.

Ananya Panday visited the Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga on Sawan Shivratri and shared pictures from her temple visit on Instagram. The actress offered prayers and opted for a simple yellow ethnic outfit. She also recently shared glimpses of celebrations with her pets.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu spoke about the power of manifestation in a social media post, sharing how writing down her dreams and working consistently helped turn some impossible goals into reality. She urged followers to believe bigger and keep pursuing their dreams.

Rukmini Vasanth has begun work on her next Malayalam film, tentatively titled ‘NP51’, with Nivin Pauly. The actress shared a glimpse of the project on Instagram as she awaits the release of Yash-starrer ‘Toxic’, directed by Geetu Mohandas.

Ajay Devgn will host the latest season of Sony Entertainment Television’s long-running true-crime show Crime Patrol, titled Crime Patrol 2026 – Crime Ka Current Season. Premiering August 31, the show will feature stories inspired by real cases and promote crime awareness

The makers of Fahadh Faasil-starrer fantasy entertainer Don’t Trouble the Trouble have released the energetic first single, ‘Cakeu Walku’. Composed and sung by Kaala Bhairava, the track introduces Faasil’s character Suri and showcases his vibrant dance moves ahead of the film’s September 11 release

Actor Harshvardhan Rane has revealed his first trial look test for filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma’s upcoming film Police Company, produced by T-Series. Rane will portray encounter specialist Dayanayak, with RGV stating the film is inspired by the Mumbai police squad that eliminated over 300 gangsters between 1997 and 2004.

Actor Jackie Shroff wished longtime friend and fellow actor Suniel Shetty on his 65th birthday, calling him his “Asli Bhidu.” The actors share a friendship spanning over three decades and have appeared together in several films, including Border, Refugee, Hulchul and Mukhbiir

Six acclaimed Malayalam filmmakers unveiled the teaser of director Ramees’s time-travel fantasy thriller Orijinal, starring Sreenath Bhasi. Released via Think Music’s YouTube channel, the teaser showcases Bhasi in dual avatars and hints at humour, thrills, and emotional twists within a time-bending narrative.

Actress Sonali Kulkarni revisited the script of ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ as Farhan Akhtar’s directorial debut completed 25 years. Sonali, who played Pooja, shared nostalgic memories on Instagram, while Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani reflected on the film’s enduring legacy

Kiran Abbavaram says his role in the upcoming pan-Indian mythological action-fantasy ‘Indraputra’ is emotionally and physically demanding. Directed by Srikanth Puppala, the Zee Studios production is the first chapter of a larger mythological universe and begins filming in October

Nayanthara has revealed that she was initially hesitant to join Geethu Mohandas’ ‘Toxic’ due to its large ensemble cast. However, the actress says the director’s narration convinced her, promising audiences an incredible action thriller that will blow their minds

The makers of psychological horror thriller Kapaali have unveiled Hansika Motwani’s first-look poster on her birthday. Directed by Raam Ganni and starring Rohith Nara, the film combines a police backdrop with occult, mythological and supernatural elements.

AR Rahman’s son A.R. Ameen escaped with minor injuries after his luxury car collided with a cab near Olympia Tech Park in Chennai early Monday. Ameen and others were treated and discharged, while police are investigating the accident using CCTV footage

Farhan Akhtar celebrated 25 years of his directorial debut Dil Chahta Hai, expressing gratitude to audiences for keeping the film relevant. The cult classic, starring Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan and Akshaye Khanna, remains a landmark in Hindi cinema.