Firecracker explodes near Shiva Rajkumar, Kannada star shields his face during Bail promotions
Shiva Rajkumar narrowly escaped a firecracker mishap while promoting Bail at Basweshwara Theatre in Chitradurga. A firecracker suddenly went off close to the actor, forcing him to cover his face and head as his team tried to shield him from the sparks.
'Stole my entire cash counter': BB 16 fame Archana Gautam's Mumbai cafe robbed, shares CCTV footage
Bigg Boss fame Archana Gautam's Mumbai cafe Oye Churros, was reportedly robbed in the early hours of the morning. The actress shared CCTV footage of the theft, revealed she has filed an FIR and urged Mumbai Police to take action.
JioHotstar expands international footprint with MENA launch
In an exciting move, JioHotstar has unveiled its streaming platform for the Middle East and North Africa, partnering with STARZPLAY. The collaboration opens the door to JioHotstar Originals and a diverse range of Indian content in various languages, aimed at regional audiences. Monthly packages are available at AED 34.99 and AED 49.99, addressing the needs of the South Asian diaspora for varied entertainment options.
Madhuri Dixit recreates Chandramukhi on KBC: Amitabh Bachchan can't stop cheering [Watch]
Madhuri Dixit recently joined Amitabh Bachchan on the set of Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 for the show's special birthday celebration week. She appeared to promote her upcoming Marathi edition of Kaun Banega Crorepati, which is set to premiere on October 12.
Jailer 2 Trailer Review: Blockbuster Loading!
Jailer 2 looks loaded with Rajinikanth swag, explosive action and a ridiculous roster of cameos. But will Nelson deliver a blockbuster rather than another all-hype spectacle, wonders Sreeju Sudhakaran.
Salim Khan attended his granddaughter Sipaara Khan's first birthday celebration at Arbaaz Khan and Sshura Khan's Mumbai residence. Salman Khan, Sohail Khan, Helen, Iulia Vantur, Arpita Khan Sharma, Ayat Sharma and Arhaan Khan were also spotted at the intimate family celebration.
Arijit Singh announces nine-city India tour in 2027
Arijit Singh has confirmed a nine-city tour for January to May 2027 to celebrate his 20 years in music. The tour will include performances in cities like Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, and Mumbai, among others. Each concert is designed with advanced features such as 360-degree audio and visual effects for an immersive experience. Singh stated that he looks forward to connecting with fans and sharing these memorable songs live.
Genelia-Riteish At Unusual Awards Night
The second Film Federation of India and People for Animals CineKind awards were held on October 4 in Mumbai.
AI cloning opens new monetisation route for celebrities, creators
Artificial intelligence is creating a new revenue stream for celebrities and digital creators by allowing them to license AI-generated versions of their faces and voices. The opportunity spans advertising, branded content and digital media, but also raises questions around consent, unauthorised replication and ownership of digital identities.
BMC entertainment tax proposal likely to marginally increase ticket prices by Rs 5-10
Mumbai movie tickets could become Rs 5-10 more expensive if the BMC raises its per-show entertainment tax from Rs 60 to Rs 400. Exhibitors and producers say the fixed levy would reduce box-office revenue available for sharing, with the impact becoming sharper for poorly attended shows and potentially adding pressure to an industry still recovering from weak footfalls.
Nuvama expects festive spending to improve in Q3FY27, with the late Diwali likely to support advertising and consumer engagement
As India and China repair ties, a Tibet film tells the story of a forgotten resistance
A new Tibetan historical drama, Four Rivers Six Ranges, is bringing renewed attention to Tibets resistance movement and the exile communitys efforts to preserve its history. The film, shot partly in Nepals Mustang region, follows fighters who aided the Dalai Lamas 1959 escape and arrives as Tibets political future faces uncertainty over the Dalai Lamas succession and evolving India-China ties.
First Drop Theatres Care-Tharsis provides caregivers with a platform for their stories
First Drop Theatre celebrates its tenth anniversary with a playback theatre enactment of caregiver stories
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.

