Salman Khan calls Qazi Touqeer the Rockstar of Bigg Boss 20, while his medical room 'acting' stunt is expected to be addressed during Weekend Ka Vaar.
'Fourteen years ago, I made my debut as an actor. And now, 14 years later, I am introducing four new actors and a debutante director. I am way more nervous than they are right now. I have butterflies in my stomach.'
Kareena: 'I Couldn't Wear Tight Clothes'
'She's kind, loving...but on the sets, she's a taskmaster.'
Jennifer Lawrence has joined Instagram after years of saying she'd never join social media. She has debuted with the username 'jlaw', famously coined by her fans. Explaining the reason for choosing 'jlaw', she wrote 'jenniferlawrence was taken' in her bio.
The viral 80s AI trend has taken over social media, with Divyenndu, Ravi Kishan and the Mirzapur: The Movie cast joining in. Neetu Kapoor also shared a retro AI picture featuring herself and Rishi Kapoor, while Rahul Gandhi, Raghav Chadha and Parineeti Chopra have also hopped on the trend.
Amrapali Dubey was left offended after Mahhi Vij repeatedly made Bhabhi remarks on Bigg Boss 20. She felt the comments could be seen as a dig at the Bhojpuri industry and later explained her concerns to Mahhi. Amrapali also apologised to her fans and followers.
What To Watch On OTT This Holiday?
This week's OTT releases offer a diverse selection, from Suriya's family drama Vishwanath & Sons and Nikkhil Advani's historical series The Revolutionaries to thrillers like Ghamasaan and international mysteries.
Why Did Akshay, Saif Skip Haiwaan Screening?
Despite receiving poor reviews, the cast and crew of Haiwaan gather in Mumbai for a star-studded screening.
The inaugural International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir concluded with calls for more local participation. Organizers and attendees emphasized the need for training programs and infrastructure development. The festival screened over 130 films and featured master classes and celebrity appearances. Government officials acknowledged the success while planning future initiatives for filmmaking in the region. The aim is to foster a vibrant film culture and discover local talent.
Zee5 revamps streaming platform with AI-led discovery, expands free and premium content
Zee5 has launched a revamped streaming experience with AI-led discovery. The platform now organizes content into five distinct sections for easier navigation. Personalization plays a central role, surfacing relevant content based on audience preferences. Zee5 also secured rights to the FIFA World Cup and expanded its English entertainment slate. The revamped free service, Free 5, will offer diverse content without a subscription.
Orenda Group announces Rs 100 crore Media Growth Fund with a slate of three international films
Orenda Group has joined Manasi Parekh, Parthiv Gohil and Rashaana Shah to announce a 100-crore Alternative Investment Fund focused on Indias media and entertainment sector. The four-year Orenda Media Growth Fund plans to invest across films, media start-ups, original IP and media-tech ventures.
Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra, along with PM Modi and other celebrities, have joined the viral ChatGPT '80s photo trend. The AI trend lets users transform their pictures into retro 80s, 90s and early-2000s-inspired looks using simple prompts.
The revised draft rules for television, radio and associated services address some industry concerns but leave questions over OTT, FAST and open-internet services unresolved, media executives said. Broadcasters are also examining penalties, authorisation renewal provisions and requirements for temporary live sports uplinking. The ministry has invited comments by October 2.
BCCL partners with OpenAI to enhance journalism discovery for readers globally
Bennett, Coleman & Co Ltd has partnered with OpenAI to improve content discovery. ChatGPT will now attribute BCCL journalism with direct links to original articles. This collaboration aims to connect users with reliable information from BCCL publications. Both companies will explore AI applications for new products and services. Editorial independence remains a core principle for BCCL's journalism.
PVR INOX on Monday said a preliminary assessment into anonymous allegations of employee impropriety found no evidence of kickbacks, countering reports of an alleged 200-crore scandal. The company also clarified that former senior executive Pramod Arora resigned for personal reasons on May 4 and was not asked to leave.
YouTube pushes Indias content industry towards owning IP
Indian content creators are building and monetizing their own intellectual property. YouTube is emerging as a key destination for premium, long-form original shows. Balaji Telefilms partnered with YouTube for five fiction shows, retaining IP ownership. This shift addresses a gap between linear television and premium subscription platforms. Connected TV viewing is creating new opportunities for diverse content across verticals.
JioStar vice chairman Uday Shankar said sports, particularly cricket, has been a major investment for the company, helping it build a digital audience of 600 million monthly active users. However, he said soaring cricket media rights costs have made the business increasingly difficult.
