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The 2026 horror film Obsession has emerged as the highest-grossing original horror movie of the 21st century, surpassing popular titles like Hereditary and Paranormal Activity.

Director Bhaskar, known for the blockbuster Bommarillu, is in talks to direct Akkineni Nagarjuna's 101st film, reported 123Telugu.

The controversial Michael Jackson biopic, simply titled Michael, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first-ever biographical film to gross over $1 billion at the global box office.

Filmmakers Anurag Kashyap and Vikramaditya Motwane are set to present a new psychological thriller short film, Incognito.

The second teaser for the highly anticipated film Batwara 1947, starring Sunny Deol, is set to release on July 15, reported India Today.

The much-anticipated film Ramayana Part 1, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and starring Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi, is likely to release in China.

Filmmaker Ahmed Khan has confirmed his next project, a zombie comedy starring Tiger Shroff and Shanaya Kapoor.

Sam Neill, the renowned New Zealand actor known for his roles in Oscar-winning films and blockbusters like The Piano and Jurassic Park, has passed away at the age of 78.

Bollywood actor John Abraham recently opened up about his decision to play former Mumbai Police Commissioner Rakesh Maria in Rohit Shetty's upcoming biographical drama.

Renowned Tamil writer and Sahitya Akademi Award winner, Poomani (Pulithurai Manickavasagam), passed away on July 12 (Sunday night) at the age of 79. He had been battling a prolonged illness.

Actor and influencer Kusha Kapila has denied rumors of a reconciliation with comedian Samay Raina.

Salman Khan's highly anticipated film, Maatrubhumi, which was earlier titled Battle of Galwan, may be pushed to a 2027 release.

Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh is all set to start shooting for his upcoming film Pralay next month, reported Variety India.

The controversy surrounding the Diljit Dosanjh-led film Satluj is only getting bigger.

Disney's latest live-action remake, Moana, has had a disappointing start at the global box office.

Madonna's new studio album, CONFESSIONS II, has debuted at the top of the Billboard 200 chart for the week dated July 18.

Ida Ali, the daughter of acclaimed filmmaker Imtiaz Ali, has announced her engagement to her longtime boyfriend, Krish Agrawal.

The fourth installment of the popular Dhamaal franchise, directed by Indra Kumar and led by Ajay Devgn, has taken off to a stellar start at the box office.

The action-comedy film, Welcome to the Jungle, directed by Ahmed Khan, has entered its third week in theaters. Despite facing competition from new releases like Dhamaal 4, the film is still raking in steady collections.

Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's latest film, Alpha, has reportedly earned over 89cr worldwide after its 10th day in theaters.

Josh Grisetti, a Broadway actor and television performer known for his roles in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Something Rotten!, and It Shoulda Been You, died by suicide at the age of 44.

Sunila Pyarelal Sharma, the wife of renowned music composer Pyarelal Sharma, passed away on Sunday (July 12) in Mumbai. She was 78 and is survived by her husband and children.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu's latest film, Maa Inti Bangaaram, will make its OTT debut on JioHotstar on July 17, 2026.

Actor Anjali Anand, known for her roles in Dhamaal 4 and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, recently opened up about the challenges she has faced due to her body type.

The fourth installment of the popular Dhamaal franchise, starring Ajay Devgn, Arshad Warsi, Riteish Deshmukh, and Jaaved Jaaferi, was released in theaters on July 10.

Veteran actor and television host Shekhar Suman recently took a satirical dig at Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan's third marriage to Gauri Spratt.

Acclaimed filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar recently opened up about his film Corporate (2006) not winning any National Awards or Filmfare Awards.

Bollywood actor and filmmaker Sohail Khan recently opened up about his divorce from Seema Sajdeh.

The much-anticipated action entertainer Om, directed by Rajkumar Periasamy and starring Tamil star Dhanush and Malayalam superstar Mammootty, has entered its final leg of production in Malaysia.

Bollywood actor Arshad Warsi has sold a commercial property in Mumbai's Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri West, for 6.25 crore, reported Hindustan Times.

Television actor Rohit Chandel, known for shows like Kashibai Bajirao Ballal and Pandya Store, was arrested by the Pant Nagar police in Mumbai on July 10.

As more Indian actors slowly find success in Hollywood, actor Ali Fazal believes the perception of Indian talent has finally changed.

Indra Kumar, the director of Dhamaal 4, has defended the film against criticism over fat-shaming jokes directed at actor Anjali Anand's character.

A committee formed by the Central government to review the film Satluj has recommended that the ban on its public access via online streaming platforms should continue.

Actor Ram Kapoor has opened up about being molested in school during a recent episode of the reality show Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa.

Sunita Ahuja, the wife of Bollywood actor Govinda, recently left the reality show Lock Upp 2 due to health issues.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his condolences over the death of legendary playback singer S Janaki, calling her passing an irreparable loss to the world of music and culture.

Actor Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, known for her performances in Gram Chikitsalay and Monica O My Darling, has shared the first pictures from her wedding with filmmaker Sharan Sharma.

Ajay Devgn's latest comedy, Dhamaal 4, has witnessed a significant surge at the box office on its second day.

Renowned playback singer S Janaki, fondly known as the Nightingale of South India, has passed away at the age of 88.

Diljit Dosanjh's latest film, Satluj (formerly titled Punjab 95), has been taken down from ZEE5's international library just days after its removal from the platform in India.

The Sangli sessions court has rejected the anticipatory bail application of singer-composer Palaash Muchhal, reported HT City.

Veteran actor and politician Hema Malini, who is fondly called Bollywood's Dream Girl, has revealed why she no longer acts in films.

Hollywood producer Emma Thomas recently expressed her excitement about the growing influence of Hollywood films at the Indian box office.

Shaan R Grover, who shot to fame as the antagonist in Yash Raj Films's Saiyaara, will next star in a period drama titled Flower Waali.

The ongoing reality shows The Alliance India and Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa feature several high-profile contestants.

The Telugu action drama Lenin, starring Akhil Akkineni and Bhagyashri Borse, has hit theaters with positive reviews.

Kajal Aggarwal, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film The India Story, has revealed that she has been wanting to do a courtroom drama for a long time.

Pop sensation Ariana Grande will not be part of the upcoming season of American Horror Story due to scheduling conflicts, reported Page Six.

Shimon Hayut, who was the focus of the popular Netflix documentary Tinder Swindler, has reportedly settled a lawsuit with the real Leviev diamond family.