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Rajamouli’s ‘Varanasi’ set to shake the world—global reveal at Comic Con Mexico leaves fans buzzing

Hyderabad/IBNS: Riding on the unprecedented global success of Baahubali and RRR, filmmaker S. S. Rajamouli is gearing up for his next ambitious project, Varanasi, an action-adventure spectacle that is already generating significant global buzz.

Anne Hathaway receives Quran from fan after ‘Inshallah’ remark goes viral

London/IBNS: Hollywood star Anne Hathaway recently trended on social media over her use of the word “Inshallah” while promoting her upcoming film The Devil Wears Prada 2.

Anne Hathaway says ‘Inshallah’ while speaking on ageing, sparks online buzz

Los Angeles/IBNS: Hollywood star Anne Hathaway has caught the attention of social media users for her choice of words while promoting her upcoming film The Devil Wears Prada 2.

Pregnant, still working! Deepika Padukone shoots with Punit Malhotra during second pregnancy

Mumbai/IBNS: Motherhood and professional commitments can go hand in hand, as pregnant Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone sets a fresh precedent by continuing to work through her second pregnancy.

Motherhood beyond the clock: How Deepika Padukone and her peers rewrite the rules in their 40s

Motherhood is no longer tied to a biological or societal deadline. A growing number of contemporary Bollywood actresses are choosing to embrace it on their own terms—well into their late 30s and 40s—marking a quiet but significant shift from convention.

Sharvari hails ‘Yeh Prem Mol Liya’ as ‘very special’, calls Sooraj Barjatya film a dream project

Following the announcement of the theatrical release date of her upcoming film Yeh Prem Mol Liya, Bollywood's young actor Sharvari shared a note on her Instagram, reflecting on her experience on the project.

“She will sue you!” AI images of Alia Bhatt used in Pakistani fashion label's viral ad campaign

A Pakistan-based clothing brand has sparked controversy on social media after using AI-generated, digitally altered images of Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt to promote its products without her consent.

Jr NTR–Prashanth Neel film delayed again. Check out the new date of release

The release of director Prashanth Neel and actor Jr NTR’s highly anticipated upcoming film has been postponed, according to media reports.

‘Babies while doing movies’: Deepika Padukone’s old remark resurfaces as she shoots through pregnancy

Mumbai/IBNS: “Babies while doing movies”—when Deepika Padukone said this on a chat show years ago, she may have meant every word.

Deepika Padukone to shoot through pregnancy, performs ‘intense action sequences’ for Raaka

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood star Deepika Padukone’s announcement of her second pregnancy has sparked curiosity over her professional commitments, as she is set to headline two big-budget films this year.

‘Pati Patni Aur Woh Do’ teaser out: Ayushmann’s love life spirals into triple trouble!

Mumbai/IBNS: The makers of Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, T-Series and B R Studios, have dropped the teaser of their much-anticipated comedy drama, promising a rollercoaster of laughter, confusion, and full-blown chaos.

Top Gun 3 confirmed! Tom Cruise set to return to the skies

Tom Cruise is set to return to the big screen, soaring through the skies once again in high-speed fighter jets, as the makers have officially confirmed a third instalment in the Top Gun series.

Good news on the way! Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh announce second pregnancy

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are expecting their second child together. The couple shared the announcement on Sunday through a joint post on Instagram.

Vijay Deverakonda joins hands with ‘Hi Nanna’ director Shouryuv for new film

Hyderabad/IBNS: Actor-producer Vijay Deverakonda on Saturday announced his upcoming film, teaming up with filmmaker Shouryuv.

Malayalam actor Siddharth Venugopal dies after battle with cancer

Thiruvananthapuram/IBNS: Malayalam actor Siddharth Venugopal passed away on Saturday after a prolonged illness at the age of 41, media reports said.

‘She has earned it’: Kangana Ranaut backs Deepika Padukone’s 8-hour shift demand

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actor and MP Kangana Ranaut has backed Deepika Padukone’s demand for an eight-hour work shift, saying the superstar has “earned” the right to make such a choice.

Love & War: Bhansali’s film with Ranbir, Alia, Vicky set for Jan 21, 2027 release

Mumbai/IBNS: Eminent filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming film Love & War is set to hit theatres on January 21, 2027, the makers announced on Friday.

‘I believe in Islam and Sanatan Dharma’: ‘Bade Acche Lagte Hain’ actor Chahatt Khanna denies forced conversion

Mumbai/IBNS: Actor Chahatt Khanna, best known for her roles in Bade Acche Lagte Hain and Qubool Hai, has opened up about her religious beliefs, conversion, and return to Sanatan Dharma, reflecting on her past choices.

Ranbir Kapoor in TIME 100, the lone Indian actor on prestigious list

Actor Ranbir Kapoor has been named among this year’s TIME 100, becoming the only Indian actor to feature on the influential global roster.

Lenin: Akhil Akkineni, Bhagyashri Borse sizzle in ‘Yetta Yetta’ with electrifying chemistry

Hyderabad/IBNS: The romance took over the screens when 'Yetta Yetta', the second single from upcoming Telugu film Lenin, was unveiled by the makers on Thursday.

Naga Chaitanya drops major update on ‘Vrushakarma’ shoot progress

Hyderabad/IBNS: Telugu superstar Naga Chaitanya’s fans have reasons to cheer as the actor shared a key update about his upcoming film Vrushakarma.

Taylor Swift celebrates Dakota Johnson's TIME100 honour; calls her 'refreshingly honest'

Mumbai/IBNS: Pop star Taylor Swift has joined the celebrations after Hollywood actor Dakota Johnson was named in TIME’s 100 Most Influential People of 2026, penning a special note for the Materialists star.

Treasure, mystery and Sundarbans danger! ‘Saptadingar Guptodhon’ teaser drops on Poila Boishakh

Kolkata/IBNS: The makers of upcoming Bengali film Saptadingar Guptodhon unveiled the teaser on Wednesday coinciding with Poila Boishakh or Bengali New Year.

Bengali actor Vikram Chatterjee turns producer for Zee5’s Taarkata

Kolkata/IBNS: The first poster of the much-anticipated Bangla Zee5 series Taarkata, directed by Samik Roy Choudhury, has been unveiled.

JioHotstar becomes India’s exclusive home for HBO Max — ‘Harry Potter’, ‘Game of Thrones’ and more now in one place

Mumbai/IBNS: JioHotstar and Warner Bros. Discovery has announced a partnership expansion that brings HBO Max to India on JioHotstar, establishing the platform as the exclusive home for HBO Max in the market.

Dacoit: Authenticity was the priority, says Adivi Sesh

Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur starrer Dacoit: A Love Story has received a positive response from audiences in the initial days since its release on April 10, 2026. During the film’s promotional campaign, Sesh—who also contributed to the screenplay and storytelling—spoke about his on-set experience, casting choices, and the rationale behind making the film as bilingual. IBNS-TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh tracks him...

‘She gifted me the soundtrack to my success’: Zeenat Aman mourns Asha Bhosle; recalls her unmatched professionalism

Mumbai/IBNS: “One could perhaps say, Asha ji gifted me the soundtrack to my success,” said veteran actress Zeenat Aman as she paid a heartfelt tribute to legendary singer Asha Bhosle, who passed away last Sunday at the age of 92.

Nation bids tearful goodbye: Asha Bhosle cremated with full state honours in Mumbai

India bid an emotional farewell to legendary singer Asha Bhosle, who was cremated in Mumbai on Monday with full state honours.

'In immense grief': Amitabh Bachchan mourns Asha Bhosle's demise; calls her voice 'immortal'

Mumbai/IBNS: Condolences continue to pour in following the demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle, with acting icon Amitabh Bachchan expressing his grief in a heartfelt blog post on Monday.

PDA at Coachella: Katy Perry, Justin Trudeau turn Justin Bieber concert into date night

Indio (California)/IBNS: Love was in the air at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival as pop star Katy Perry and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau turned the concert into a date night during a performance headlined by Justin Bieber.