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The Ministry of External Affairs has clarified that it has no role in Salman Khan’s upcoming film Battle of Galwan, which depicts the 2020 clash between Indian and Chinese troops in Ladakh’s Galwan Valley. The teaser, released on Salman’s 60th birthday, has drawn criticism from Chinese media.

Indian animation filmmaker Suresh Eriyat has won the Jury Award for Best Commissioned Film at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival 2025 for his work Desi Oon. Desi Oon has already won multiple awards, including at the WAVES Awards of Excellence 2025, and was shortlisted at Cannes Lions.

Filmmaker Puri Jagannadh announced his new multi-lingual film with Vijay Sethupathi, titled *Slumdog – 33 Temple Road*. Produced by Jagannadh, Charmme Kaur, and JB Narayan Rao, the action-packed drama is set for release in five Indian languages

Hollywood star Sharon Stone introduced a new puppy as the latest member of her family, sharing photos from the Astra Film Awards. The actress also highlighted her upcoming role in action thriller sequel 'Nobody 2.'

Amitabh Bachchan reflected on learning, ageing and fast-changing work culture, noting regret over missed learning, rapid innovation, and the value of outsourcing to experts. He said modern tools like ChatGPT now make problem-solving quicker and easier than ever before today

Bollywood actor Deepak Tijori has lodged a police complaint after being cheated of Rs. 2.5 lakh by three persons who promised to arrange investors for his upcoming film. A case has been registered at Bangur Nagar police station, and all three accused are to be summoned for investigation.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas has unveiled the trailer of her new film The Bluff, where she plays Ercell Bodden, a pirate mother battling her violent past. The trailer showcases Priyanka in intense fight sequences and a blood-soaked avatar, earning praise from husband Nick Jonas.

A Singapore coroner’s court heard that Indian singer-songwriter Zubeen Garg drowned off Lazarus Island in September 2025 after entering the water intoxicated and without a life jacket. Witnesses testified that Garg consumed alcohol during a yacht party and later went limp while swimming.

Bollywood actress Ameesha Patel warned fans about an imposter using a fake number to possibly scam people. She also expressed excitement for the upcoming “Humraaz 2,” highlighting the original film’s popularity and strong audience anticipation for the sequel

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Zoe Saldana has become the highest-grossing leading actor of all time, with a cumulative box office of USD 15.46 billion from 33 films, driven by blockbusters like the “Avatar” series and “Avengers: Endgame,” surpassing Scarlett Johansson and Samuel L. Jackson

Salman Khan and former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni joined singer AP Dhillon for a muddy off-road ATV adventure at the actor’s Panvel farmhouse. Dhillon shared photos of the fun-filled escapade on Instagram, drawing wide attention online.

JioStar launched a campaign for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, featuring Women’s World Cup champions Rodrigues, Sharma, and Verma rallying the men’s team. India aims to defend its title, starting with matches against USA, Namibia, Pakistan, and Netherlands

Actor Sobhita Dhulipala has described her role as Sandhya in the upcoming Prime Video crime thriller Cheekatilo as a “superb experience”. The Hyderabad-set series follows a true crime podcaster unraveling the city’s darkest secrets.

A retired Assistant Sub-Inspector died after collapsing during a movie screening at a theatre in Kukatpally on Monday. Doctors suspect a cardiac arrest. Police have launched an investigation, with the exact cause of death to be confirmed after medical examination.

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Director Kishore Tirumala’s action-comedy Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi, starring Ravi Teja, Ashika Ranganath and Dimple Hayathi, has been cleared by the CBFC with a U/A certificate and is set for a grand Sankranthi release on January 13.

The makers of The Raja Saab have added the much-awaited upside-down fight sequence to the film’s theatrical version. Featuring Prabhas in his first full-fledged horror entertainer, the update comes amid strong audience interest following the film’s January 9 release.

Tollywood star Allu Arjun shared an emotional birthday note for director Sukumar, crediting him for changing his life. Recalling their five-year Pushpa journey, the actor thanked fans and the team for turning the franchise into a blockbuster phenomenon.

Director Anil Ravipudi revealed that an emotional connection and genuine approach convinced Nayanthara to participate in promotions for Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, which marks her third collaboration with Chiranjeevi and the first-ever on-screen pairing of Chiranjeevi and Venkatesh.

Alia Bhatt has showered praise on Yami Gautam’s performance in the courtroom drama Haq, calling it one of her top female performances. Several film personalities echoed the sentiment as the Netflix release continues to receive acclaim.

Priyanka Chopra welcomed the New Year with family at a secluded island before heading back to work for the Golden Globe Awards, where she will present an award. The actor shared glimpses of her quiet getaway on Instagram ahead of the ceremony.

The third edition of the Niri9 International Film Festival was inaugurated at Lok Bhavan Samskruti Auditorium, Hyderabad, marking a two‑day celebration of cinema and storytelling. Screenings at Prasad Film Labs include a wide range of films across categories such as Feature, Short, Shorter, and Documentary.

Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy has distanced himself from recent government orders approving movie ticket price hikes in Telangana, claiming they were issued without his knowledge or consent. His remarks come amid controversy over the approval of higher ticket rates for Chiranjeevi’s upcoming film ‘Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu’.