From Ravana to family man: Yash shares heartwarming Diwali pictures with wife, kids

Nov 10, 2026, at 02:54 pm

Bengaluru/IBNS: Kannada film star Yash is currently basking in the success of his latest film Ramayana: Part 1, in which he has impressed audiences with his portrayal of Ravana.

‘A good story matters more than star power’: Vinod Kapri on Pyre’s success and independent cinema

Nov 07, 2026, at 03:19 pm

Pyre, directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Vinod Kapri, is an intimate love story set in a remote village in Uttarakhand’s Kumaon Himalayas. It follows an elderly couple, Padam and Tulsi, confronting loneliness, ageing and the gradual disappearance of their village as younger generations migrate to cities, while holding on to their companionship and hope for their estranged son’s return. Kapri, whose film has earned recognition at international film festivals, speaks to IBNS-TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh about the film’s journey to Indian theatres, its unusual inspiration, the challenges of shooting in the remote Himalayas and the struggle for independent cinema to find space in an industry increasingly driven by big-budget productions and star power.

Rs 450 crore blockbuster Hanuman Ansh hit by internal rift, producers issue warning

Nov 03, 2026, at 12:03 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Hanuman Ansh director Dr. Vishal Chaturvedi and producer Namrata G Singh have issued a statement warning against individuals claiming to represent the film, amid reports of a disagreement within the team behind the project.

'India did it 5,000 years ago': Ranbir Kapoor compares Elon Musk's flying car to Ramayana's Pushpaka Vimana

Nov 02, 2026, at 02:59 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor, along with South Indian stars Yash and Sai Pallavi, is gearing up for the release of the much-anticipated magnum opus Ramayana: Part 1.

Just Rs. 23 crore away! Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 eyes massive Rs. 800 crore milestone

Oct 31, 2026, at 02:41 pm

Chennai/IBNS: Superstar Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 continued its strong box-office performance, with its worldwide gross collection approaching the Rs. 800-crore mark.

‘What the FK is going on?’: Rashmika Mandanna hits back at trolls targeting Vijay Deverakonda, calls criticism ‘bullying dressed up as feminism’

Oct 26, 2026, at 03:41 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Actor Rashmika Mandanna has responded with a lengthy note on social media after a section of netizens trolled her husband, actor Vijay Deverakonda, following a clip from an episode of Koffee With Karan that went viral online.

‘Rashmika deserves better’: Vijay Deverakonda faces online criticism over marriage revelation on Koffee With Karan

Oct 23, 2026, at 01:52 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Actor Vijay Deverakonda has faced online backlash following his appearance on Koffee With Karan Season 9 alongside his wife, Rashmika Mandanna.

Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 screenings stopped in Canada just days after release, here’s why

Oct 21, 2026, at 03:26 pm

Ottawa/IBNS: The screening of Tamil superstar Rajinikanth-starrer Jailer 2, which has grossed over Rs. 540 crore worldwide, has been halted in Canada due to technical issues involving the film's distributors.

Film on Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's disappearance, 'The Bose Files — Sach Ya Sazish', gets special screening in Kolkata

Oct 20, 2026, at 03:26 am

Kolkata/IBNS: A special screening of The Bose Files — Sach Ya Sazish, a feature film on the mystery surrounding Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's disappearance, was held in Kolkata last week.

Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Yash as Ravana: Ramayana Part 1 announces big booking update

Oct 12, 2026, at 12:02 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Namit Malhotra's Ramayana: Part 1, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Yash and Sai Pallavi, will release in cinemas worldwide on November 5, 2026.

Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna battle British rule in ‘Ranabaali’ trailer packed with rebellion

Oct 09, 2026, at 03:49 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The makers of Ranabaali have unveiled the trailer of the upcoming film, offering a glimpse into a story rooted in Indian history, folklore and the legacy of generations.

Karthik Subbaraj's Dorothy sparks boycott calls over LGBTQ+ portrayal: 'Don't encourage these type of movies'

Sep 26, 2026, at 12:53 pm

Chennai/IBNS: Despite receiving praise from some viewers for its grounded storytelling, Karthik Subbaraj's Tamil film Dorothy has faced backlash online over its depiction of LGBTQ+ characters.

Anant Nag gets Dadasaheb Phalke Award; veteran actor recalls his journey from theatre to cinema

Sep 23, 2026, at 10:35 am

Ekta Nagar (Gujarat)/IBNS: Veteran actor Anant Nag on Tuesday received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024 from President Droupadi Murmu at the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat.

Gondhal is India's official Oscar entry: All you need to know about the Maharashtrian movie

Sep 18, 2026, at 04:00 pm

Marathi thriller Gondhal has been selected as India’s official entry for the Oscars 2027, NDTV reported, citing the Film Federation of India (FFI).

Rs 10 lakh opening to Rs 291 crore: How Hanuman Ansh became 2026's sleeper hit

Sep 16, 2026, at 01:11 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Directed by Vishal Chaturvedi, Hanuman Ansh has emerged as a sleeper hit at the box office and is racing towards the Rs 300 crore mark worldwide, media reports said.

‘Jai Jai Ram’ out: Ramayana makers unleash a powerful devotional anthem that will give you goosebumps

Sep 14, 2026, at 12:11 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The makers of Ramayana have unveiled the much-awaited devotional track “Jai Jai Ram”, adding a spiritual dimension to the upcoming epic.

‘I feel it’s going to be a conversation starter’: Aninditaa Bose on her upcoming dark thriller Ghun Gaon

Sep 14, 2026, at 03:53 am

Kolkata/IBNS: The lead cast of the upcoming dark thriller Ghun Gaon, actress Aninditaa Bose and actor Ranojoy Bishhnu, along with director Soumya Roy Choudhury, opened up about the film’s unconventional story, experimental characters, unique plot and their experience of shooting in a serene location. IBNS correspondent Aaheli Chakraborty catches up with crew...

Samantha Ruth Prabhu revisits Isha Yoga Centre, reflects on ‘five years’ of personal growth

Sep 08, 2026, at 12:19 am

Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently returned to the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore, a place she has been visiting for several years, and reflected on how the experience has shaped her perspective over time.

Vijay Deverakonda-Rashmika Mandanna’s Ranabaali gets worldwide release date; here’s when it hits theatres

Aug 27, 2026, at 05:08 pm

Hyderabad/IBNS: The much-awaited period action drama Ranabaali, starring Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, is set for a grand worldwide theatrical release on October 16, 2026.

Yash’s Toxic defies negative reviews, roars past Rs 100 crore on day 1

Aug 27, 2026, at 03:25 pm

Bengaluru/IBNS: Kannada superstar Yash's Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups has overcome negative reviews to register a strong opening at the box office.

Wait is over! Toxic hits theatres as Yash unleashes his never-seen-before avatar

Aug 26, 2026, at 11:19 am

Ending months of anticipation, Kannada superstar Yash's much-awaited action thriller Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups hit theatres on Tuesday, generating considerable buzz among fans and moviegoers.

Jana Nayagan OTT release: Vijay’s final film gets streaming date

Aug 19, 2026, at 03:36 pm

Chennai/IBNS: Actor and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay’s film Jana Nayagan is set to premiere on ZEE5 on August 21, the OTT platform announced on social media.

Trisha Krishnan sits beside Vijay’s parents, salutes CM on I-Day: Viral moment sparks fresh buzz

Aug 15, 2026, at 02:35 pm

Chennai/IBNS: Actor Trisha Krishnan grabbed the media glare at the country's 80th Independence Day celebrations in Chennai on Saturday as she was spotted in the front row with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's parents.

‘Do whatever you believe in’: Yash backs Kiara Advani amid criticism over ‘Toxic’ bold scenes

Aug 10, 2026, at 03:24 pm

Kannada film star Yash has strongly defended actor Kiara Advani who was slammed by a section of netizens for enacting bold scenes in her upcoming film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups.

Vijay Sethupathi-Sai Pallavi's viral Howrah Bridge shoot revives the landmark's blockbuster film legacy

Aug 01, 2026, at 09:18 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Filmmaker Mani Ratnam recently filmed key scenes for his upcoming untitled Tamil film starring Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi on Kolkata's iconic Howrah Bridge, drawing widespread attention after behind-the-scenes photographs leaked online.

Ramayana trailer breakdown: Yash as Ravana steals the show, 5 epic moments you can't miss

Jul 30, 2026, at 04:15 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The much-awaited trailer of Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor-starrer Ramayana was unveiled by the makers on Thursday, offering audiences a grand first glimpse into one of Indian cinema's most ambitious mythological adaptations.

Yash, Tara Sutaria's romance takes centre stage in Toxic's new song

Jul 21, 2026, at 05:08 pm

The makers of Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups on Tuesday unveiled the film's second song following the chartbuster Tabaahi.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas turns Gothic queen in stunning first look from 'Varanasi'

Jul 18, 2026, at 01:15 pm

Telugu/IBNS: Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas' dark and dramatic first look from her upcoming Telugu film Varanasi was unveiled by the makers on Saturday.

'Lenin' box office: How did Akhil Akkineni's film perform on opening day?

Jul 11, 2026, at 03:01 pm

Hyderabad/IBNS: Director Murali Kishor Abburu's Telugu action drama Lenin, starring Akhil Akkineni and Bhagyashri Borse, has registered a strong opening at the box office despite receiving mixed reviews from critics, according to media reports.

Kiara Advani breaks the internet again with glamorous new Toxic photos

Jul 09, 2026, at 04:20 pm

A day after setting social media buzzing with her sizzling chemistry with Yash in the song Tabaahi from Toxic: A Fairy Tale, actor Kiara Advani has treated fans to another glimpse of her character from the much-awaited film.