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Lyricist Vairamuthu revealed that Rajinikanth’s upcoming autobiography may be released in Tamil and English, with work underway. The update comes ahead of the superstar’s film Jailer 2, scheduled for an October 15 release after receiving CBFC clearance

Actress Mrunal Thakur shared an emotional birthday message for her brother Mandar Thakur on Instagram, calling him her “first baby” and “forever little boy.” She celebrated their close bond, praised his kindness and strength, and shared cherished photographs together

Madhuri Dixit paid tribute to veteran actor Nana Patekar, who reportedly died aged 75 in Goa, expressing condolences and remembering his artistic legacy. Patekar was scheduled to appear on the premiere episode of her Marathi game show, Kon Honar Crorepati

Actress Sheeba Chadha praised the microdrama ‘Likhe Jo Khat Tujhe’, describing its story as love at first sight. She expressed delight at collaborating with Kusha Kapila and Priyanshu Chatterjee in the 14-episode series exploring human connection, healing and self-discovery

Nithiin’s upcoming Telugu entertainer ‘Alias Rukmini’, directed by Murali Kanth Devasoth and presented by Nani, will release worldwide on December 4. The makers also announced an October 13 reveal, building anticipation following the film’s recently released title teaser

Actress Madhoo paid tribute to late veteran actor Nana Patekar, recalling their 1997 film Yeshwant and saying she learned realistic performance while working with him. She remembered an intense scene that became an important lesson in method acting and performance 

The trailer of Sree Vishnu and Mahima Nambiar-starrer Telugu action entertainer ‘Comrade Kalyan’ has been released. Directed by Janakiram Marella, the 1992-set film blends romance, humour and action against the backdrop of a Naxalite-police conflict along the Andhra-Odisha border

Bollywood actors Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra announced they are expecting their second child, sharing the news on social media with a picture featuring their firstborn daughter Saraayah. The couple married in 2023 and welcomed their daughter in June 2025 

Actress Ishita Dutta shared behind-the-scenes glimpses from ‘Drishyam 3’, featuring Abhishek Pathak, Shriya Saran and Mrunal Jadhav. Directed by Pathak, the film stars Ajay Devgn, Tabu and others, continuing Vijay Salgaonkar’s story as a fresh investigation threatens his family

Amitabh Bachchan recalled working with late filmmaker Yash Chopra on contrasting films “Kabhi Kabhie” and “Deewaar”, praising his ability to shift from romance to gritty drama. The actor shared memories on “Kaun Banega Crorepati” while celebrating Chopra’s versatility and filmmaking greatness

National Award-winning actor-filmmaker Rishab Shetty will collaborate with Malayalam director Chidambaram, known for ‘Manjummel Boys’, on two films. Their first project will be a Kannada sports drama, produced by Shibu Thameens, with filming expected to begin next year

Actor Vijay Deverakonda mourned veteran filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao, recalling his warmth and affection. Several film personalities, including Jr NTR, Kamal Haasan and SS Rajamouli, also paid tribute to the filmmaker, celebrated for his experimental style and lasting contribution to Indian cinema

Actress Yami Gautam urged social media users not to alter or enhance her public appearance photos and videos using AI without consent. Her comments came amid controversy over a morphed ‘Chuttamalle’ video, as other actors also condemned misuse of technology

Actress Bhagyashree shared glimpses of a romantic date night with husband Himalaya Dassani, highlighting the importance of couples spending quality time together. The actress, married since 1989, regularly shares moments from their relationship, celebrating companionship, memories and family life

Television actress Hina Khan described her first Ladakh trip as a test of endurance, revealing she suffered daily nosebleeds due to dry, high-altitude conditions. She urged travellers to prioritise acclimatisation, proper clothing, hydration, essential medicines and protective travel gear

  Actor Nushrratt Bharuccha suffered a spinal fracture after an accident in Bali and is undergoing medical observation. Her publicist said arrangements are being made to bring her to Mumbai by air ambulance, where she will undergo surgery and require recovery time 

Actress Kerry Washington joked that her Animals co-star Ben Affleck would do anything for her except promote their upcoming Netflix crime thriller on social media. Washington shared a humorous Instagram reel featuring Affleck walking away when asked to make a TikTok video

Veteran actor Anupam Kher, 71, successfully climbed a 35-foot indoor rock-climbing wall at a mall in Raleigh, North Carolina. Sharing the experience online, Kher said the challenge strengthened his belief in himself and highlighted the triumph of the human spirit

Filmmaker-host Karan Johar announced that “Koffee With Karan” will conclude with its ninth season, premiering on JioHotstar on October 14. The show, launched in 2004, has completed eight seasons and 161 episodes, becoming a prominent celebrity talk show

Actor Siddharth praised the streaming era for enabling artists to take on contrasting roles, citing his characters in “Operation Safed Sagar” and “Lust Stories 3”. Filmmakers discussed bold programming, audience expectations, algorithms, entertainment and the evolving streaming landscape at FICCI FRAMES

Amitabh Bachchan was amused when KBC 18 contestant Almas Khan recalled falling asleep during his 1997 film Mrityudaata at Jaipur’s Raj Mandir theatre as a child. Bachchan joked about how she could watch the movie while sleeping, recalling the film’s release

Actress Raashii Khanna shared glimpses of her Mysore schedule while shooting for ‘Dharman’, featuring temple visits, city outings, workouts, UNO games and moments with friends. She also shared pictures with Rajinikanth and Ram Pothineni from the upcoming Tamil film

  Industry experts attribute stronger cinema-going culture in South India to affordable, regulated ticket prices, compared with the North. They say high ticket costs and premium multiplex positioning have reduced movie consumption, with audiences watching fewer films in theatres despite OTT growth 

Bigg Boss 20 contestant Uditi Singh described her breakup with actor Karan Wahi as a “blessing in disguise”. Recalling their COVID-19 lockdown relationship struggles, she said the separation transformed her personal and professional life and changed the course of her career