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Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is witnessing strong advance bookings in India, with IMAX tickets priced up to Rs 3,100 in Mumbai. Backed by glowing reviews, the epic is expected to open bigger than Oppenheimer at the Indian box office

The Supreme Court permitted the release of Mahaprabhu Jagannath on or after July 28, after the Rath Yatra concludes. While refusing an immediate release, the court observed that the issue involved public order. The film was earlier stayed by the Odisha High Court

A resurfaced video shows Martin Scorsese's mother, Catherine Scorsese, recalling how the legendary filmmaker convinced her to appear in his films despite having no acting experience. She joked that she earned just 28 dollars for Mean Streets, spoke about being cut from Taxi Driver

Lock Upp has come under fire after viewers accused the makers of favouring contestants during the Crackdown task. Fans alleged Yogesh Rawat was denied a fair chance to save himself, prompting claims that the reality show is scripted and biased

BTS' Normal music video pairs emotional storytelling with striking visuals, featuring the members shirtless, drenched or in bathroom scenes throughout. The song explores fame, vulnerability and the longing for an ordinary life, leaving fans captivated by its cinematic presentation

The trailer for Gal Gadot's psychological thriller The Runner is out. The film follows Maia, whose morning run turns into a desperate race against time after her son is kidnapped. Forced to obey mysterious commands while running through the city, she must risk everything to bring him home

Veteran actor Hal Williams, best known for his memorable roles in 227 and Sanford and Son, has died at the age of 91. Across a career spanning decades, Williams appeared in numerous hit television series and films, leaving behind a lasting legacy as one of television's most beloved sitcom actors

Mary Jo MJ Shannon, Kris Jenner's mother and the Kardashian-Jenner family's beloved matriarch, has died at 91. Kris paid an emotional tribute, calling her the heart of our family and honouring her legacy of love, strength and unwavering support

Advance bookings for Vijay's Jana Nayagan have opened in Bengaluru, where the coveted 6 am First Day First Show sold out within minutes. The film is also enjoying a strong response overseas, with thousands of tickets snapped up in the UK

Despite advocating for a structured eight-hour workday, Deepika Padukone is reportedly working night shifts and filming demanding action sequences for Raaka despite being seven months pregnant to complete the film before her maternity leave

Arjun Kapoor enters Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa as the Public Prosecutor (Janta Ki Awaaz) for the fourth Judgement Day. He will grill inmates over their gameplay, shifting loyalties and broken promises, promising intense confrontations and major twists in the courtroom

Promoting Ishqnama, Shehnaaz Gill said a film on her life would be very interesting. The actor shared that she will reveal the title of her own love story only when a movie is made on her life

Kareena Kapoor celebrated Katrina Kaif's 43rd birthday with a heartfelt Instagram post. The actor shared a nostalgic black-and-white throwback picture of them together at an event, making the special day even more memorable

Disha Parmar and Rahul Vaidya marked their fifth wedding anniversary with heartfelt social media posts. The couple shared romantic pictures and precious memories from their journey together, including glimpses of their wedding, parenthood and daughter Navya

Aamir Khan addressed Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike during an interaction at the British Film Institute. He clarified that 3 Idiots was not based on the activist and expressed concern for Wangchuk's health, saying everyone hopes his indefinite fast ends soon

After its trailer launch in Delhi and showcase at San Diego Comic-Con, Ramayana: Part 1 makers are reportedly planning a special preview and press conference at the Toronto International Film Festival in September to boost its global campaign

Tom Cruise shared how prosthetics, false teeth, costumes, a Southern accent and body language helped him transform into oil baron Digger Rockwell in Digger. He said every creative detail was designed to immerse audiences in the story

Huma Qureshi says Baby Do Die Do was never meant to rely on opening weekend numbers. As the film enters its third week, she believes its steady run proves that word of mouth can help films find their audience over time

Vicky Kaushal wished Katrina Kaif as the actress turned a year older on July 16 with a sweet post. He shared a picture from her birthday celebration, where the two are seen lovingly hugging each other during the cake-cutting

Paresh Rawal recently claimed that the story of OMG 2 was actually his concept, but he did not want a godly figure in it. He added that the project changed considerably after Akshay Kumar got involved, prompting him to distance himself

Vivek Oberoi was recently asked about Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike; however, the actor refused to comment on the issue, saying he is an actor and not a politician. He further said that if people are getting to raise their voices, it is a healthy democracy

Amid rumours about Huma Qureshi tying the knot with rumoured boyfriend Rachit Singh, the latter has now reacted, saying it is not happening. The Baby Do Die Do actor added that he is thinking of giving everyone his mother's number

Malayalam actor Dhyan Sreenivasan recently took a dig at Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay and Trisha at a recent promotional event of his upcoming film. He said that when he becomes the CM, his co-star Navya will be shedding tears in the front row

Kesha has revealed that she has collected more than 1,000 human teeth sent by fans over the years. The singer shared that she has turned many of them into jewellery, including necklaces, earrings, belts and a crown, while also keeping jars of teeth around her home as sentimental keepsakes

Vijay Sethupathi has opened up about the financial struggles that defined his childhood, revealing that he often sat beside his father when debt collectors visited their home. The actor also shared that acting was never his dream, saying he initially wanted to become a businessman

Samantha Ruth Prabhu seems to be making the most of her pregnancy journey. After the actress shared photos from her babymoon, pics from her traditional baby shower with family are now going viral on the internet

While Dhamaal 4 receives a mediocre response at the box office, a specific scene from the film is now going viral on social media and facing backlash for the same. Many are criticising the scene over poor VFX

British actor Benedict Garrett has defended Kiara Advani after she faced online criticism over her romantic scenes with Yash in Tabaahi. Calling out the double standards, he questioned why Kiara was trolled for doing her job while Yash, who is also married and a father, was praised

BTS dropped the teaser for Normal, featuring all seven members hilariously sharing one bathroom. The quirky promo quickly went viral, with ARMY praising the group's humour, chemistry and nostalgic dorm-life vibes ahead of the song's highly anticipated release

Amid Sonam Wangchuk's ongoing hunger strike at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, several celebrities have come forward to support him. Many have requested him to end his fast due to his deteriorating health, while others expressed solidarity

Suvarna Jha is set to reprise her role as Tripti Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2. The actor called her return emotional, saying the iconic character remains close to her heart and brings back cherished memories.

The makers of Mahaprabhu Jagannath have moved the Supreme Court after the Orissa High Court stayed the film's release. Calling it a heartfelt tribute to Lord Jagannath, they urged audiences to watch the film while expressing faith in the judicial process

Arjun Bijlani has slammed fake relationship rumours linking him with longtime friend Mouni Roy, calling out clickbait pages for sensationalising genuine friendships. The actor urged media outlets to verify facts before publishing misleading stories, while Krystle D'Souza also criticised it

Jannat Zubair defended Shivangi Joshi after Shilpa Shinde made controversial remarks about her on Lock Upp. Calling it a character assault, Jannat said attacking a woman's character should never be treated as entertainment and urged people to show respect

Actor and producer Sivakarthikeyan, who called on Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Wednesday, has said that the brotherhood and the bond between them continues

As Omkara completes 20 years, Saif Ali Khan has recalled the incredible coincidence that landed him the iconic role of Langda Tyagi. The actor revealed how a conversation with Sharmila Tagore about Shakespeare was followed almost instantly by Vishal Bhardwaj's phone call

Alliance saw major twists as Delbar Arya saved Seema Sajdeh, Mini Mathur nominated Vriddhi Patwa, and the Legends lost key duels. Sohail Khan emotionally revealed he survived childhood sexual harassment, while Kushal Tandon and Arsalan Goni failed to resolve their differences

Atul Kulkarni has announced that he will observe a one-day fast from his home on July 16 in solidarity with Sonam Wangchuk, whose indefinite hunger strike has entered its 19th day. The actor said he hopes to connect with the activist's pain while urging the government to begin a dialogue

Kriti Sanon says she's ready to move beyond safe choices and take on darker, psychologically complex characters. Inspired by films like Obsession and actors such as Zendaya, the National Award winner revealed that playing a psycho chick is one of her biggest acting ambitions

Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey climax has sparked comparisons with the epic Ramayana among Indian fans. Social media users highlighted similarities in their mythological themes, heroic journeys and emotional depth, while some also referenced Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming adaptation

Ahead of its July 24 trailer launch, Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana has received an 'M' rating in Australia. The 34-minute footage is not recommended for viewers under 15 as it contains moderate violence, according to the classification board

Marathi actors Adinath Kothare and Urmilla Kothare have announced their divorce after nearly 15 years of marriage. In a joint statement, they requested privacy, said the decision was mutual, and affirmed they will continue to co-parent their daughter, Jiza, with love

Akhil Akkineni met the fruit vendor behind viral 'Ayyagare No.1' slogan, after Lenin emerged as his biggest box office success. The actor hugged his emotional admirer, thanked him for his unwavering support and said, Let's score another hit, turning a once-trolled catchphrase into a celebration

A pregnant Christopher Nolan fan delayed plans to have her second child to watch The Odyssey on opening day. The filmmaker's epic has sparked massive global demand, with sold-out screenings, cross-country travel and premium ticket prices ahead of its July 17 release.

Prabhas unveiled a blood-soaked new poster of Fauzi while announcing its release date. Directed by Hanu Raghavapudi, the period drama, backed by Mythri Movie Makers, is set to release worldwide on December 3, 2026

Director Honey Trehan revealed Diljit Dosanjh charged just Rs 1 to play Jaswant Singh Khalra in Satluj. Calling it a matter of respect, the actor reportedly refused his usual fee, saying portraying the human rights activist was more important than money

Tamannaah Bhatia has kicked off the first schedule of Ragini 3 in London and shared a glimpse from the sets. Directed by Shashanka Ghosh, the horror entertainer is set to release in theatres in 2027

Malavika Mohanan has unveiled her first look from her special cameo in Idhayam Murali, where she appears as a traditional Tamil bride. The actress also shared behind-the-scenes moments with longtime friend Fahadh Faasil, marking their first on-screen collaboration

Devoleena Bhattacharjee criticised comedian Kunal Kamra for attending Sonam Wangchuk's protest, accusing him of using the movement to further his own agenda. She urged him to end Wangchuk's fast and sit on a hunger strike himself instead

Hema Malini believes Deepika Padukone would be the perfect choice to portray her in a biopic. Her biographer Ram Kamal Mukherjee says he has long considered the idea, imagining Deepika as young Hema while the veteran actor plays her present-day self