Exes Kareena Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor hug each other during IIFA press conference [Watch]
Former lovebirds Kareena Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor shared a warm hug at an IIFA event on Thursday. A video of their cordial reunion has since surfaced online, bringing back memories of their much-loved on-screen pairing in Jab We Met.
Civic Studios announces three releases spanning climate, sex education and womens boxing
Civic Studios is set to release three films focused on important social issues in the coming months. Spice & Soul is their first climate microdrama which showcases food waste and local sourcing. Little Thomas aims to provide sex education through a child's perspective and will be released in Indian cinemas. In The Shadows, a biopic about boxer Ramla Ali, explores themes of identity and resilience.
Alaya, Hrithik-Saba Root For The Miracle Man
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Sara-Ayushmann Watch Udta Teer
A screening of Udta Teer was held in Mumbai, and Bollywood folks queued up to watch it.
Tiger Shroff likes Instagram post featuring Heropanti scene two days after firing incident
Days after a reported firing incident in Mumbai's Juhu area, Tiger Shroff liked an Instagram video featuring his Heropanti song Raat Bhar. The clip showed him riding a bike with Kriti Sanon.
Ranga Shankara Theatre Festival 2026: Six plays on identity and belonging
The upcoming festival brings six productions by theatre groups making their Bengaluru debut, exploring belonging through stories of migration, memory, caste, gender and climate change, shaped by diverse languages and lived experiences
Netflixs India revenue grows 18% as viewing hours rise 24% in Q3
Netflix reported an 18% year-on-year revenue growth in India during the July-September quarter of 2026. Viewing hours increased by 24%, while paid net additions reached a quarterly record amid successful content offerings. The company noted that its reality series Lock Upp drove unprecedented viewing hours, helping to achieve significant subscriber growth. Globally, Netflix also experienced revenue growth of 11.8% in the same quarter.
Box office collections jump 17% as Indian films deliver across genres
Box office collections and audience attendance for Indian films have shown recovery and growth in 2026. Data indicates a 17% increase in cumulative box-office collections compared to the previous year. Films across various budgets and languages have achieved notable success, reflecting changing audience preferences. Regional films have particularly resonated with local audiences before expanding their reach.
Samantha's Chic Maternity Fashion
Samantha Ruth Prabhu's maternity fashion showcases how comfort and chic can happily coexist, offering expectant mothers a masterclass in effortless style, from relaxed casuals to elegant saris.
BARC registration delay deepens TV ratings market rift in India
The ministry of information and broadcasting (MIB) is yet to decide on fresh registration applications from BARC and TAM India, a joint venture between Nielsen and Kantar Media. Key concerns include BARC's ownership structure, progress on cross-media measurement and the absence of an updated Broadcast India study, according to people familiar with the matter.
Alia Bhatt attended the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal on Maha Ashtami in a fuchsia-pink and sky-blue Bengali saree, reminding fans of Aishwarya Rai's iconic character Paro from Devdas. Alia was seen walking hand-in-hand with filmmaker Ayan Mukerj.
Stebin Ben has lent his voice to 'Jai Hind', the newly released song from Salman Khan and Chitrangada Singh's upcoming war drama Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace. Composed by Himesh Reshammiya and penned by Sameer Anjaan, the patriotic track features Salman in a military uniform
Kajol feels uneasy, gasps for breath: Poses with Nysa, Yug despite exhaustion at Durga Puja pandal
Kajol seemed exhausted as she moved around the pandal and struggled to breathe, with her kids rushing to look after her. While a section of netizens expressed concern for her, others body-shamed her and speculated about a possible pregnancy.
South film producers in thrall to streaming deals
Jailer 2, a film starring Rajinikanth, has not been released in major Hindi theaters due to a disagreement. The producer declined to extend the theatrical window from four weeks to eight weeks. Southern films are increasingly prioritizing streaming rights over traditional box-office success, impacting overall profitability. Analysts believe that longer theatrical runs benefit producers and the film ecosystem as a whole.
Music comes home: Inside Indias growing market for intimate music gigs
With the formation of Upstairs With Us, Sukanya Banerjee and Tejas Jaishankar aim to bring classical musicians into the comfort of people's homes. Alongside initiatives like Once Upon India and Tiny Room Concerts, they offer a fresh take on live music. By prioritizing small gatherings in intimate settings, they foster connection and collaboration among diverse audiences seeking alternatives to traditional concert formats.
Slaves, a new production by The Madras Players, is a translation of writer Sujatha
For years, Sujatha has captured the imagination of Tamil audiences through short stories, film scripts, and even theatre plays. On October 24, the Madras Players dramatises one of his earlier works, Adimaigal as Slaves on fortune, love, and loss
Slaves, a new production by The Madras Players, is a translation of writer Sujatha
For years, Sujatha has captured the imagination of Tamil audiences through short stories, film scripts, and even theatre plays. On October 24, the Madras Players dramatises one of his earlier works, Adimaigal as Slaves on fortune, love, and loss
Uday Shankar highlights that India's sports industry presents substantial long-term investment opportunities, particularly in cricket and others. He urges potential investors to adopt a longer timeframe beyond five years for returns. Shankar also notes that while cricket remains dominant, other sports are gaining significant audiences as well. The challenges include rising media-rights costs and competition with technology platforms. Furthermore, simplifying cricket formats could enhance viewer enjoyment and excitement over time.
Nuvama expects festive spending to improve in Q3FY27, with the late Diwali likely to support advertising and consumer engagement
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.

