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Yashs Toxic screening reportedly turned chaotic as disappointed viewers demanded refunds and shouted for their money back. The situation escalated, prompting the theatre owner to call cops. A viral video sparked debate over the films reception
Peter Cullen, the legendary voice of Optimus Prime in Transformers and Eeyore in Winnie the Pooh, has died aged 85 at his Los Angeles home. His family confirmed his peaceful passing and urged fans to honour his legacy with compassion
Amaal Mallik has announced a temporary break from composing music for films, saying he needs time to focus on his mental, physical and overall well-being. The composer assured fans he is doing okay and hopes to return stronger
Ali Hazelwoods bestselling romance The Love Hypothesis heads to the screen with Lili Reinhart and Tom Bateman. After one impulsive kiss, PhD candidate Olive enters a fake-dating arrangement with intimidating professor Adam
Kabzaa director R Chandru backed Yashs Toxic amid negative reviews, calling it an attempt by a Kannadiga to conquer the world and urging Kannadigas to support it. Fans disagreed, with some criticising the film and pan-India approach
Alia Bhatt and Shaheen Bhatts Eternal Sunshine Productions joins Prime Video for Dont Be Shy, a coming-of-age film starring Aarushi Bajaj, Piyush Khati, Bianca Arora and Ansh Duggal. The colourful story of friendship, first love and growing pains
Shah Rukh Khan reportedly waived a Rs 42 lakh DCP bill for Marathi film Deool Band 2, helping the makers release it in theatres. The film later became a success, with its makers pledging profits towards educating children of farmers who died by suicide
Krystle DSouza slammed trolls commenting on her appearance during The Traitors 2. Questioning their focus, the actor said, You have nothing else to talk about, urging people to look beyond her looks and discuss her reality-show journey instead
Aaron Sorkins The Social Reckoning, inspired by Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugens revelations, is set to release in India on October 9, 2026. Mikey Madison stars as Haugen alongside Jeremy Strong as Mark Zuckerberg and Jeremy Allen White as reporter Jeff Horwitz
Kangana Ranauts criticism of Kriti Sanons Raksha Bandhan ad sparked controversy after netizens resurfaced her 2017 festive advertisement. Many users called Kangana a hypocrite for questioning Kritis outfit and its cultural relevance
Mukesh Khanna has once again spoken against Ranveer Singh playing Shaktimaan in the proposed film. The actor says Ranveer has the talent but not the positive image he associates with the superhero, suggesting he could instead play villain Kilwish
YouTube reviewer Suraj Kumar received a legal notice over his negative review of Yash-starrer Toxic. The notice cites a Bengaluru court order restraining false, malicious, defamatory or derogatory content about the film
Kareena Kapoor Khan and Meghna Gulzar have shared heartfelt notes on Daayra, offering a glimpse into the films morally complex world. Kareena opened up about becoming ACP Ajooni Kohli, while Meghna revealed how the story explores duality
Crime Patrol Crime Ka Current Season will premiere on August 31 with Ajay Devgn. Inspired by crime cases, the new season will explore changing human behaviour in the social media age, while urging viewers to remain cautious and aware
A Chandigarh court has issued notices to Salman Khan, Alvira Khan Agnihotri and Being Human Foundation over an alleged franchise dispute. The franchisee claims he invested over Rs 2 crore but suffered losses due to lack of support
Shilpa Shirodkar shared a series of selfies, revealing that her daughter Anoushka Ranjit is teaching her how to take the perfect selfie. She also posted a cute mother-daughter selfie and pictures from a footwear store
Anne Hathaway paid tribute to late country music legend Dolly Parton, sharing a special memory involving a candle gifted to her and urging fans to honour the icon by donating to her Imagination Library
Music composer Anirudh Ravichander surprised actor Simbu and the team of Arasan with a visit to the films sets. His unexpected appearance sparked excitement among the team, adding to the buzz surrounding Simbus upcoming project
Telugu filmmaker Pavan Sadineni has been arrested following a womans allegations of sexual exploitation and assault. She claimed he promised marriage and career opportunities before allegedly assaulting her. Sadineni was remanded to judicial custody, while his bail plea is pending
Shubhangi Atre celebrated Onam by sharing glimpses of Kerala through her eyes. Reflecting on her journey, the actress described it as blissful while showcasing the states scenic beauty, festive spirit and cultural charm through her social media posts
Kangana Ranaut sparked controversy over remarks on Muslim and Hindu cultural practices while discussing womens freedom and Kriti Sanons Raksha Bandhan ad. GIVA later withdrew the campaign
Days after Shweta Tiwari called out an online abuser, noting that he was an MNS supporter and questioned Raj Thackeray, the actress has now shared an update, sharing that the politician's team reached out to her and traced the abuser
Brad Pitt is set to reprise his Oscar-winning role as Cliff Booth in Netflixs The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth. Written by Quentin Tarantino and directed by David Fincher, the film is set in 1977 and will get a two-week global run from November 25
Isha Rikhi is reportedly set to enter Bigg Boss 20 alongside Arishfa Khan. The Punjabi actress has recently been in the spotlight over her reported marriage to Badshah and separation rumours sparked by her cryptic social media posts
Netflix has dropped the first look at Emily in Paris season six, with Lily Collins set to reprise her role as Emily Cooper. The glimpse from the sixth season brings together the show's familiar blend of work, romance and friendship as the season moves towards its end.
The makers of Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda's Ranabaali have shared a new release date for the film, earlier scheduled to release on September 12. The film will now lock horns with Rajinikanth's Jailer 2, Rajkummar Rao's Prahaar and Dhanush's Om at the box office in October
Jane Fonda has come out in support of Mark Ruffalo after Paramount accused the actor of alleged antisemitic behaviour over his criticism of Larry Ellisons Israel ties and the planned Warner Bros. merger. Fonda called the allegations a false attempt
Rupert Grint is set to return as Ron Weasley after 15 years, joining Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway from February to May 2027. The original Harry Potter star will play an adult Ron, following Tom Feltons return as Draco Malfoy in the hit stage production
Kangana Ranaut clarified that her criticism of Kriti Sanons GIVA Raksha Bandhan ad was not primarily about the outfit. She objected to the lack of traditional elements, while Kriti defended the campaigns message. GIVA later withdrew the advertisement amid backlash
Sylvester Stallone reflects on his journey from struggling actor to Hollywood icon, saying he never chased fame or money. The Rocky and Rambo star says he was simply drawn to the artistic world and was ready to either succeed big or fail spectacularly
Manasi Parekh revealed that she was scheduled to reach Tibets Gyirong Port, which was hit by devastating flash floods, tomorrow morning. The actress shared the update while reflecting on the alarming situation and expressed gratitude for being safe amid the unfolding crisis
Ram Gopal Varma has taken a dig at Toxic once again as the film hit the screens on August 26, 2026. The filmmaker shared a cryptic note saying he was watching Dhurandhar, which many believed was a jibe at the Yash-starrer
As Toxic finally releases in cinemas, fans are eagerly awaiting the OTT release of the film. Following its theatrical run, the film is likely to arrive on Zee5, as reports suggest that the makers have struck an OTT and satellite deal with the platform
Archana Puran Singh and Parmeet Sethi's son, Aaryamann Sethi, is all set to buy his first home using earnings from his YouTube channel and brand collaborations.
Rhiya Ahir addressed criticism over her potential Bigg Boss 20 entry after gaining fame through a viral students protest video. She clarified that activism is not her profession, highlighted her theatre background and said she wants to embrace new career opportunities.
Sonu Nigam has reacted to reports claiming her commented on Kriti Sanon's viral Raksha Bandhan ad controversy, clarifying that it was not him. Sonu's clarification comes when Kriti's commercial faced backlash over her clothing
Abhishek Malhan reacted to Shahneel Gill and Krystle DSouzas claims about Parul Gulatis alleged shadow leaking Traitor information. He said he was shocked by the allegations, dismissed marketing speculation and suggested contestants may have been betrayed if the claims were true
Aneet Padda has reportedly been approached for a crucial role in Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt-starrer Brahmastra 2. Previously, there were reports of Deepika Padukone joining the cast, but her team said it was untrue.
Hollywood actress Blake Lively received roughly USD 400,000 (Rs 3.81 crore) in attorneys fees after a judge awarded the amount in her dispute with her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni
Actress Rakul Preet Singh gave a glimpse into her life after giving up caffeine. She shared a humorous take on her decision to quit coffee. After 'quitting caffeine,' she shows her hilarious 'transformation' by lying on a bed and appearing visibly irritated
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has mourned the demise of director Kuku Kohli, who passed away at the age of 77 on Tuesday. He also offered his condolences to Aruna Irani on her husband's death
Actress Rhea Chakraborty was recently evicted from the reality show The Traitors Season 2 after the contestants evicted her by voting her out at the Circle of Shaq. Rhea was seen getting emotional as she bid adieu to the contestants
Yash's Toxic finally hit the screens amid much anticipation and lukewarm reviews. At the end of day 1, the film has earned Rs 140 crore, beating films like Jawan and Animal. However, it fell short of beating blockbusters like Dhurandhar 2 and Yash's own KGF 2
Babita Singh Reporting executive producer Sudip Sharma, says he stayed away from directing the thriller as it required a female gaze, brought skilfully by Ambiecka Pandit
On Indias Best Dancer 5, Karisma Kapoor shares how she knew that her sister Kareena Kapoor Khan was destined for stardom
Aneet Padda has reportedly been approached for a crucial role in Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt-starrer Brahmastra 2. Previously, there were reports of Deepika Padukone joining the cast, but her team said it was untrue.
Haryanvi singer Ankit Baliyan was recently shot dead by a group of assailants, who reportedly fired multiple rounds of firing while he was exiting a gym in Shamli on Wednesday. His mother was seen joining protestors on streets with her son's body demanding justice
Sources say Kartik Aaryan, who recently underwent knee surgery, has resumed the shoot of Anurag Basus romantic drama
Toxic is a 194-minute cacophony of bullets, fists, bloodshed and pounding music. Yashs action-heavy performance dominates the film, but repetitive set-pieces, thin storytelling and unclear character motivations make it an exhausting watch
British actor Tim Curry, best known for playing Dr. Frank N. Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, has died at 80. Curry enjoyed a celebrated career across film, theatre and television, and was also known for his villainous roles

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