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Michael Jackson biopic set for sequel after USD 700M global box office success

May 24, 2026, at 10:09 pm

After setting the box office ablaze, the biopic Michael on iconic pop legend Michael Jackson is set to continue its story with a sequel.

‘There are no shortcuts to success’: Boman Irani inspires audience at Kolkata event

May 23, 2026, at 08:11 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Veteran actor and filmmaker Boman Irani on Monday delivered an emotional and inspiring address at FICCI FLO Kolkata’s “Lage Raho Zindagi” session held at Taj Bengal, urging young people and women entrepreneurs to “never stop dreaming”.

India gets its own Naked and Afraid! Survival reality show to premiere in June

May 23, 2026, at 02:43 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Warner Bros. Discovery is set to launch Naked and Afraid: Aadimanav, the first-ever Indian adaptation of the globally successful survival reality format.

Drishyam 3 storms box office! Mohanlal-starrer grosses massive Rs. 45 crore globally on Day 1

May 23, 2026, at 02:35 pm

Kochi/IBNS: Mohanlal-starrer Drishyam 3 has set the box office on fire, registering a massive opening collection worldwide, Sacnilk reported.

Mamata cheerleaders to BJP loyalists: Tollywood’s sudden political somersault sparks outrage and laughter

May 23, 2026, at 12:32 pm

The so-called Bengali bhadroloks were first taken aback in 2011 when then rising Tollywood star Dev hummed a popular song from his hit film Paglu on the dais of Mamata Banerjee’s political programme meant for remembering martyrs of her party.

India at Cannes 2026: Glitter on the Croisette, But Where Is the Cinema?

May 23, 2026, at 01:02 am

Every year, around May, India rediscovers Cannes. I was there for a week this year.

Lily Collins confirms ‘Emily in Paris’ ends with Season 6: ‘Can’t wait for magical farewell’

May 22, 2026, at 11:23 am

Los Angeles/IBNS: The popular Netflix series Emily in Paris is heading towards its culmination as lead actor Lily Collins announced that the sixth season of the show will be its final installment.

‘I wanted to escape my personal life’: Zeenat Aman recalls Gawaahi comeback amid marital crisis

May 21, 2026, at 12:39 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Veteran actor Zeenat Aman has reflected on her return to films during a difficult phase in her personal life in a heartfelt and nostalgic social media post.

Dragon glimpse explodes online as Jr NTR unveils fierce new avatar on birthday

May 20, 2026, at 03:35 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The internet has been abuzz ever since the makers unveiled the first glimpse of filmmaker Prashanth Neel’s upcoming film Dragon featuring N. T. Rama Rao Jr. on Wednesday.

Fans relieved as Amitabh Bachchan’s hospital visit turns out to be routine checkup

May 20, 2026, at 11:43 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Fans of acting legend Amitabh Bachchan were left concerned after reports claimed the 83-year-old superstar was admitted to hospital on Tuesday night.

Karuppu storms box office! Vijay sends special message as Suriya-Trisha film eyes Rs 100 crore

May 19, 2026, at 11:35 am

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has congratulated the makers of Karuppu, starring Suriya and Trisha Krishnan, as the film races towards the Rs. 100 crore mark at the box office.

Did you know Iran has a 134-year-old Vishnu temple? Amitabh Bachchan’s viral video leaves netizens stunned

May 18, 2026, at 03:19 pm

A video shared by Indian acting legend Amitabh Bachchan on his Instagram page has gone viral for showcasing the ancient Hindu Vishnu Temple located in Bandar Abbas, the capital of Hormozgan Province, Iran.

‘Are we really united as a nation?’: Ameesha Patel slams trolling over Alia Bhatt’s Cannes appearance

May 18, 2026, at 12:43 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Senior actor Ameesha Patel has questioned whether Indians are truly united while apparently backing Bollywood star Alia Bhatt, who was trolled online over claims that she was ignored at the Cannes Film Festival.

Repeat It is finally out! Ed Sheeran and Martin Garrix reignite old magic

May 18, 2026, at 12:30 am

British singer Ed Sheeran and Dutch DJ Martin Garrix have finally released their long-shelved collaboration titled “Repeat It”, bringing a decade-old project to life.

Bullet drops binge-worthy microdrama lineup packed with romance, chaos and suspense this May

May 16, 2026, at 07:35 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Bullet microdrama app is expanding its entertainment catalogue this May with a new slate of original series spanning romance, comedy, suspense and drama across Hindi, Kannada, Bengali and Tamil languages.

Virgin River casting alert! Mitchell Slaggert joins Season 8 in key role

May 16, 2026, at 04:08 pm

Actor Mitchell Slaggert is set to join the cast of Virgin River in its upcoming eighth season, according to a report by Deadline.

‘Klelia in blue’: Netflix hit Maestro in Blue filming underway

May 16, 2026, at 03:28 pm

The filming of popular Netflix web series Maestro in Blue is currently underway, with the lead actors sharing updates from the sets on social media.

‘Karma spares no one,’ says Mithun Chakraborty backing RSS centenary drama 'Aakhri Sawal'

May 16, 2026, at 02:16 pm

Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty was in Kolkata to promote his upcoming film Aakhri Sawal, a politically charged drama framed as a high-stakes intellectual debate over the 100-year history and ideological legacy of the RSS. The Bollywood icon and Dadasaheb Phalke winner spoke about his son Namashi’s performance, politically conscious cinema and the changing political landscape in Bengal. IBNS-TWF correspondent Rajat Dhar reports

‘Why pity, love?’: Alia Bhatt’s graceful reply to trolls over Cannes ‘ignored’ claims

May 15, 2026, at 03:02 pm

Cannes/IBNS: Bollywood star Alia Bhatt gave a graceful reply to a troll after an online user claimed she was ignored by photographers at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival 2026.

‘Will cherish our friendship’: Mouni Roy, Suraj Nambiar part ways after four years of marriage

May 15, 2026, at 12:22 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actor Mouni Roy has announced her separation from her businessman husband Suraj Nambiar, ending days of speculation surrounding their marital life.

Suriya-Trisha starrer Karuppu’s 9 am show cancelled despite Vijay’s nod

May 14, 2026, at 02:20 pm

Chennai/IBNS: In a setback for Karuppu, the 9 am show on the film’s opening day was cancelled, media reports said.

Alia Bhatt questions male-oriented Indian cinema; faces hypocrisy claims over Animal praise

May 13, 2026, at 02:20 pm

Cannes/IBNS: Bollywood star Alia Bhatt’s comments on Indian films catering largely to male audiences have sparked backlash online, with a section of netizens accusing her of hypocrisy by linking her remarks to her praise for husband Ranbir Kapoor’s blockbuster Animal.

Shock in Kannada film industry! Actor-producer Dileep Raj dies at 47 after heart attack

May 13, 2026, at 11:38 am

Bengaluru/IBNS: Kannada actor-producer Dileep Raj died of a heart attack in the early hours of Wednesday, media reports said.

Alia Bhatt turns heads in blush gown at Cannes 2026 red carpet

May 13, 2026, at 12:13 am

Indian actor Alia Bhatt returned to the spotlight at Cannes Film Festival 2026 with a glamorous red carpet appearance, hours after impressing fans with her first look earlier in the day.

Mouni Roy unfollows Suraj Nambiar on social media, sparks separation rumours

May 12, 2026, at 04:19 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Actor Mouni Roy and her husband Suraj Nambiar have reportedly unfollowed each other on social media, triggering speculation about trouble in their marriage.

Trisha shares heartfelt Mother’s Day post after attending Vijay’s swearing-in ceremony

May 11, 2026, at 04:03 pm

Chennai/IBNS: Actor Trisha Krishnan shared a heartwarming post for her mother Uma Krishnan on the occasion of Mother’s Day, celebrated on May 10.

Hollywood actress Jaime Pressly makes surprise OnlyFans debut. All details inside

May 10, 2026, at 09:12 pm

Hollywood actress Jaime Pressly has become the latest celebrity to join OnlyFans, the popular platform best known for allowing creators to offer exclusive subscription-based content.

Disha Patani’s Hollywood debut trailer is out. All details are here

May 10, 2026, at 08:23 pm

Bollywood actress Disha Patani is all set to entertain global audiences with her Hollywood debut in The Portal of Force.

Warner Bros. Discovery celebrates 100 years of David Attenborough with special programming tribute on his birthday

May 09, 2026, at 07:17 pm

Warner Bros. Discovery marks a historic milestone as it celebrates the 100th birthday of David Attenborough, a living legend, the world's most beloved natural historian, and the voice that has guided generations through the wonders of our planet.

Ram Charan’s Peddi trailer to be unveiled next week: Report

May 09, 2026, at 06:54 pm

Chennai/IBNS: The trailer of Ram Charan starrer Peddi is likely to be unveiled by the makers next week, media reports said.