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Ranveer Singh booked for mimicry of Rishab Shetty’s Kantara act, allegedly insulting Chavundi Daiva

An FIR has been filed against actor Ranveer Singh in Bengaluru for allegedly insulting Hindu religious sentiments and the Chavundi Daiva tradition of coastal Karnataka.

Everything we know about Bridgerton Season 4 — release dates, story and cast

The fourth season of American romantic period drama series Bridgerton is set to premiere on Netflix on January 29.

Arijit Singh announces retirement from playback singing, says he will continue making music

Singer Arijit Singh has announced his retirement from playback singing, a move that has left fans across social media stunned.

Republic Day roar! Sunny Deol’s Border 2 storms box office with ₹59 cr in a day

Mumbai/IBNS: Sunny Deol-starrer Border 2, the spiritual sequel to J. P. Dutta’s iconic 1997 film Border, posted a massive box office haul on Republic Day, earning ₹59 crore in India on Monday, which was a public holiday.

Mimi Chakraborty humiliated on stage? Actress alleges public defamation at Bongaon event

Kolkata/IBNS: Bengali actress and former TMC MP Mimi Chakraborty has alleged that she was publicly humiliated during her performance at an event organized by Naya Gopal Gunj Yubak Sangha Club in Bongaon, West Bengal.

Border 2 crosses ₹100 crore in just 3 days! Sunny Deol’s epic sequel smashes box office records

Mumbai/IBNS: The Sunny Deol starrer Border 2, a spiritual successor to J.P. Dutta’s iconic 1997 film Border, has stormed past the ₹100‑crore mark within just three days of its release.

Harry Styles announces 2026 world tour with 50 shows across the globe

Singer Harry Styles has revealed details of his upcoming world tour, which will coincide with the release of his fourth studio album.

Border 2 fever grips nation as Mona Singh shares BTS moments

Border 2 has been winning over audiences across the country since its release on Friday, rekindling the patriotic fervour and buzz created by the original Border in 1997.

SRK is back! Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘King’ release date revealed with roaring teaser

Shah Rukh Khan fans have a date to mark on their calendars—December 26, 2026. The makers of the superstar’s much-anticipated film King announced on Saturday that the movie will hit theatres on that day.

Zombies, chaos and comedy: Zorr brings Indian zombie madness to theatres on Feb 6

KSS Productions & Entertainment is gearing up for the release of its upcoming Hindi zombie horror-comedy movie Zorr, slated for a pan-India theatrical release on February 6.

Karan Johar slams trolls mocking Varun Dhawan as ‘Border 2’ opens to rave reviews

Actor Varun Dhawan has been facing heavy online trolling since the release of the Border 2 trailer, with social media users mocking his smile in particular.

Sunny Deol: ‘Border made me live my dream of being a soldier—Border 2 will be bigger’

Reflecting on the legacy of Border, veteran actor Sunny Deol opens up about how Dharmendra’s Haqeeqat inspired his dream to portray a soldier on screen, his journey with J.P. Dutta, and the emotional impact the film had on a generation. From the challenge of recreating the iconic music to the audience’s long wait for Border 2, he speaks passionately about patriotism, the power of the uniform, and the real heroes who guard the nation. IBNS-TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh tracks him

Oscars 2026 nominations announced: Sinners leads with 16 nods; India’s Homebound misses final cut

The nominations for the 98th Academy Awards were announced on Thursday, and the final slate largely lived up to industry expectations.

Homebound out of Oscars! India's official entry misses final international feature list

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Thursday announced the final list of nominees for the 97th Academy Awards. Homebound, India’s official submission, failed to make it to the final five in the Best International Feature Film category.

'That expression of Kiara Advani stayed with me': Influencer alleges uncomfortable flight experience with Kiara Advani

Social media influencer Kartikey Tiwari has shared a video on Instagram recounting what he described as an awkward encounter with actors Kiara Advani and Kartik Aaryan during a flight from Jaipur to Mumbai.

Rani Mukerji returns as fearless cop Shivani Roy in Mardaani 3 – watch ‘Babbar Sherni’ song!

Mumbai/IBNS: Rani Mukerji’s highly-anticipated Mardaani 3, produced by Yash Raj Films, is set to hit cinemas on January 30.

'Doesn’t suit him to be pitied': Taslima Nasreen attacks AR Rahman’s discrimination claim

Mumbai/IBNS: Exiled Bangladeshi writer Taslima Nasreen has joined the chorus of voices criticising iconic composer A.R. Rahman’s claim that he faces discrimination in Bollywood because of his Muslim identity.

Harry Styles drops big surprise: Fourth album title and release date revealed

Global pop star Harry Styles has announced the title of his fourth studio album, exciting fans worldwide.

Oscar-winning music composer AR Rahman breaks silence after a heated debate over his ‘communal’ comment

Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman has issued a statement following widespread backlash over his recent comments suggesting a possible “communal” element in Bollywood, saying he never intended to cause pain with his words.

Kangana Ranaut accuses AR Rahman of prejudice after his 'communal' remarks on Bollywood

Actor-filmmaker Kangana Ranaut on Saturday accused Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman of being “prejudiced and hateful,” alleging that he refused to associate with her directorial film Emergency because he considered it a “propaganda film.”

Why everyone — from Hollywood to Bollywood — is obsessed with 2016 again

Three weeks into January 2026, social media users — including top celebrities and influencers — began flooding digital platforms with photo dumps from a decade ago, reviving memories of 2016.

Sophie Turner becomes Lara Croft! Prime Video’s Tomb Raider series promises epic adventure

Los Angeles/IBNS: ‘Game of Thrones’ star Sophie Turner has officially stepped into the role of Lara Croft for Prime Video’s upcoming Tomb Raider web series, the makers confirmed via social media.

The past returns! Mohanlal’s Drishyam 3 locks April 2 release, fans brace for thriller storm

Actor Mohanlal has announced the release date of his upcoming film Drishyam 3.

Golden Globes 2026 full winners list: DiCaprio’s film, Netflix series steal the show

Beverly Hills/IBNS: One Battle After Another, Hamnet and Netflix’s Adolescence emerged as the biggest winners at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, held in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, California, on Sunday (local time).

Prabhas fans’ celebration sparks fire during The Raja Saab screening in Odisha theatre

The movie-going experience turned frightening for several Prabhas fans after a fire broke out inside a cinema hall in Odisha during the screening of The Raja Saab, according to media reports.

Indian Idol winner Prashant Tamang, who worked in Paatal Lok,  dies at 43

Indian Idol Season 3 winner and singer-actor Prashant Tamang passed away at the age of 43 on January 11 in New Delhi, according to reports.

Saree, strength and strikes: Samantha’s fierce avatar revealed in Maa Inti Bangaaram teaser trailer

Hyderabad/IBNS: The teaser trailer of Samantha Ruth Prabhu-starrer upcoming Telugu film Maa Inti Bangaaram was unveiled on Friday, offering a glimpse into an emotionally driven narrative rooted in resilience and strength.

Prabhas does it again! The Raja Saab smashes Rs. 100 crore on opening day

Hyderabad/IBNS: Defying mixed to negative early reviews, Prabhas-starrer Telugu film The Raja Saab stormed the global box office on its opening day, grossing an impressive Rs. 100 crore worldwide, according to early trade estimates reported by Sacnilk.

Global spotlight! Priyanka Chopra Jonas joins star-studded presenter lineup at Golden Globes 2026

Los Angeles/IBNS: Actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas has been named among the presenters for the upcoming Golden Globe Awards 2026.

Kantara, Tanvi The Great and Mahavatar Narasimha enter Oscars 2026 race

Kantara: Chapter 1, Tanvi: The Great and Mahavatar Narasimha have entered the Oscars 2026 race after making it to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ (AMPAS) eligibility lists, media reports said.