The film Homebound, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan and starring Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor and Vishal Jethwa, has been selected as India’s official submission for the Best International Feature category at the Oscars 2026. A 12-member committee picked Homebound from 24 films across multiple languages. The film has already received acclaim on the global festival circuit, […]
David Beckham visited a girls’ residential school in Visakhapatnam to observe the new Project-Based Learning (PBL) initiative being implemented under Mantra4Change and Education Above All (EAA). Over 107 government residential schools across several states are now using PBL to replace rote methods with student-led projects, collaboration, and real-world problem solving. Beckham attended a live PBL […]
Olivia Yacé of Côte d’Ivoire shocked the pageant world by resigning as Miss Universe Africa and Oceania just days after her crowning at Miss Universe 2025. She said she stepped down to stay true to her values of respect, dignity, excellence and equal opportunity and to advocate for fairness and representation for underrepresented communities. Her […]
Indian cinema was showcased on the global stage at the 53rd International Emmy Awards with Amar Singh Chamkila, directed by Imtiaz Ali, representing the country. Actor Diljit Dosanjh and director Imtiaz Ali attended the ceremony in New York as the main representatives, highlighting India’s presence at the prestigious event. The film earned nominations in two […]
Dubai will celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026 with an eight-day festival running from December 31 to January 7, anchored at Burj Park near the Burj Khalifa lakefront. The event is organised by Shah Rukh Khan in collaboration with the city’s event team and includes daily live shows, parades, laser and drone displays plus family-friendly activities. […]
Reports say veteran Bollywood star Dharmendra has died at 89, prompting an outpouring of grief across the film industry. Earlier on November 24, an ambulance was seen outside his Mumbai home and security was tightened around the premises. Prominent actors such as Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan, Salman Khan and Hema Malini have gathered at the […]
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently stated that he doesn’t feel qualified to work with Shah Rukh Khan, citing a mismatch in cinematic style. He explained that SRK’s romantic films don’t align with his own creative sensibility, which was shaped by classic and intense dramas like Deewaar and Zanjeer. Varma also mentioned that although SRK’s image […]
Sonam Kapoor and her husband Anand Ahuja are expecting their second child, the actress confirmed via Instagram. In a chic maternity photoshoot, she wore a hot-pink suit inspired by Princess Diana’s iconic style and captioned the post simply “MOTHER.” She added “Coming spring 2026” to her Instagram story, hinting at when to expect the new […]
Mastiii 4, starring Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi and Aftab Shivdasani, is creating a major buzz across India ahead of its November 21 cinema release. Distributors are strongly backing the film, securing early bookings, and predicting a strong box-office performance. The movie, directed by Milap Milan Zaveri, carries the playful, naughty tone of its predecessors with […]
As Rajinikanth completes 50 years in cinema, actors and filmmakers across India are celebrating his legacy with personal tributes. They praise his humility, discipline and magnetic screen presence, noting how his unique style and honesty have influenced generations of performers. Many recall growing up watching his films and describe him as a symbol of hope, […]