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ENHYPEN brings DARK MOON universe to San Diego Comic-Con alongside Twilight cast

ENHYPEN joined Twilight stars Catherine Hardwicke, Peter Facinelli and Ashley Greene at San Diego Comic-Con 2026 for a vampire-themed panel. The group also promoted its DARK MOON universe through fan events, highlighting K-pop's growing presence in global pop culture

24 Jul 2026 3:38 pm
CJP protest: Mannara Chopra reacts to Kunal Kamra's 'sita ka pati' remark

Actress Mannara Chopra, the cousin of Priyanka Chopra, has weighed in on the controversy surrounding comedian Kunal Kamra, saying she believes public platforms should not be used to promote any particular religion

24 Jul 2026 3:36 pm
When Ali Fazal spoke about the time he stopped taking financial help from home

Actor Ali Fazal, who was recently seen in the streaming series Raakh, once shared how he managed expenses after telling his family that he will take care of his own finances in the maximum city

24 Jul 2026 3:27 pm
Max, Min & Meowzaki: Samiksha Oswal says the film is her and husband's story

Producer Samiksha Oswal has revealed that the emotional foundation of her upcoming film Max, Min & Meowzaki is deeply connected to her own life with her husband Shael Oswal

24 Jul 2026 3:23 pm
Vedika Pinto on filming intimate scenes with Vikrant Massey for Mussafir Cafe

Directed by Anish Shah, 'Musafir Cafe' also stars Mahima Makwana in the lead role. The film is set to premiere on July 24.

24 Jul 2026 3:16 pm
Ananya Panday lauds Gen Z amid student protest; gets backlash over late support

Ananya Panday has voiced support for Gen Z amid the ongoing student protests, saying, Questioning isn't disrespect and Speaking up isn't rebellion. While praising young people for demanding fairness and accountability, the actor also faced criticism from social media users for the timing

24 Jul 2026 1:54 pm
Percy Jackson and the Olympians S3 first look reveals Thalia-Percy showdown

The first footage from Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 3 debuted at San Diego Comic-Con, offering a glimpse of the adaptation of The Titan's Curse. The preview teases Percy's tense dynamic with Thalia and introduces new mythological characters

24 Jul 2026 1:47 pm
Jennifer Aniston's The Morning Show ends with season 5 in 2027

The Morning Show will officially conclude with its fifth season in 2027. Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon will return for the final chapter, with Aniston revealing the team always knew season five would be the last, allowing them to craft a meaningful ending for the beloved characters

24 Jul 2026 1:39 pm
The India Story movie review: A flawed narrative that asks the right questions

The India Story arrives at a time when student protests have put accountability and systemic change in the spotlight. While its message about one ordinary person challenging the system feels timely and impactful, the courtroom drama suffers from choppy storytelling and uneven execution

24 Jul 2026 1:29 pm
Dia Mirza slams PM Modi's speech on NEET paper leak: 'How hard can it be Sir?'

Dia Mirza criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address on the NEET paper leak, saying it lacked empathy for students and parents. She said there was no acknowledgment of their emotional distress, while urging accountability to be accompanied by compassion and reassurance

24 Jul 2026 1:27 pm
Fact Check: Did Vijay's estranged wife Sangeetha watch Jana Nayagan in theatres?

A viral video claiming Vijay's estranged wife, Sangeetha, attended a screening of Jana Nayagan is false. The clip is old and has been shared out of context, with no evidence confirming she watched Vijay's farewell film in theatres

24 Jul 2026 1:24 pm
Prahaar: Rajkummar Rao's courtroom drama gets postponed to avert clashes

Rajkummar Rao's courtroom drama Prahaar is reportedly no longer releasing on August 7. According to reports, the makers have postponed the film to avoid clashing with Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Batwara 1947 and Awarapan 2

24 Jul 2026 12:51 pm
Dipika Chikhlia shares honest take on Sai Pallavi as Sita in Ramayana

Dipika Chikhlia reacted to Sai Pallavi playing Sita in Ramayana, praising her acting talent but expressing curiosity about her look. The veteran actor said portraying the revered character carries immense responsibility and hopes the adaptation stays true to tradition.

24 Jul 2026 12:34 pm
Ramayana at Comic Con: Netizens slam 'African' dance performance

While Ramayana's San Diego Comic-Con 2026 showcase impressed fans, the dance performance after the panel sparked criticism. Several netizens felt it did not represent the epic's cultural roots and questioned the choice of performance

24 Jul 2026 12:22 pm
Johnny Depp on board to play Ebenezer Scrooge in new horror-fantasy film

The studio also unveiled the film's title poster and confirmed that the theatrical release is scheduled for November 13.

24 Jul 2026 12:19 pm
Fardeen Khan on his father Feroz Khans special bond with Farida Jalal

Farida Jalal played the role of Mona, while Feroz Khan portrayed Ranbir in the 1975 film Dharmatma. Fardeen Khan took to his Instagram handle to share a heartfelt note as he meets Farida Jalal

24 Jul 2026 12:05 pm
Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya series review: India's education system gets reality check

Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya is a witty yet emotional satire on India's education system. Led by a stellar Kay Kay Menon, the series balances humour with social commentary, delivering an engaging story about flawed institutions, determined educators and the hope for meaningful change

24 Jul 2026 11:51 am
Akanksha Puri alleges actors were offered money to join student protests

Akanksha Puri claimed actors, influencers and content creators were approached with paid offers to join the ongoing student protests. Calling the visuals disturbing, she urged people to support students for the right reasons and not use the movement for publicity or marketing

24 Jul 2026 11:38 am
Mammootty urges nation to protect and empower its youth amid student protest

Amid the ongoing NEET-UG 2026 paper leak protests, Mammootty backed the students with a brief message on X. Calling the youth the nation's true treasure, he urged authorities to listen to their voices, protect them and empower them

24 Jul 2026 11:34 am
Amaal Mallik slams Tanishk Bagchi, alleges he stole Saiyaara title song

Amaal Malik launched a scathing attack on Tanishk Bagchi, accusing him of copying songs, using paid PR and stealing the Saiyaara title track from Faheem Abdullah and Arsalan Nizami. Tanishk has not publicly responded to the allegations

24 Jul 2026 11:31 am
Ramayana: Yash calls Ranbir Kapoor a 'fabulous actor' for portraying Lord Rama

At Ramayana's San Diego Comic-Con event, Yash opened up about the challenge of portraying Ravana and said the role demanded authenticity. He also praised Ranbir Kapoor's performance as Lord Rama, calling him a fabulous actor

24 Jul 2026 11:25 am
Ranbir Kapoor says Ramayana will be Raha's first film to watch in theatres

At Ramayana's San Diego event, Ranbir Kapoor revealed the film will be daughter Raha's first theatrical experience. The actor also admitted he initially had fears about portraying Lord Rama before embracing it as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity

24 Jul 2026 11:17 am
Jana Nayagan day 1 box office: Vijay's swansong collects Rs 41 crore in India

Vijay's final film Jana Nayagan collected Rs 41 crore net in India and Rs 78.27 crore worldwide on its opening day. Despite a strong start and massive fan celebrations, the H. Vinoth directorial couldn't surpass the opening-day collections of Beast, GOAT or Leo

24 Jul 2026 10:29 am
Ramayana trailer postponed hours before release due to student protest

Hours before its scheduled July 24 launch, the Ramayana trailer was postponed. Producer Namit Malhotra said the decision comes after the makers partnered with Sony Pictures Entertainment for the film's global release. A new launch date is yet to be announced

24 Jul 2026 9:34 am
Akanksha Chamola on Gaurav Khanna's Lock Upp visit: 'I'd have preferred my dog'

After Gaurav Khanna's visit to Lock Upp 2, Akanksha Chamola admitted she would have preferred a family member or even her dog instead. She said she was seeking comfort, while also joking that Gaurav felt like a stranger rather than family

24 Jul 2026 9:20 am
Have you heard? Sara Ali Khan and Varun Dhawan speak out on student protest

Varun Dhawan, Sara Ali Khan and Kamal Haasan backed the protesting students, condemning systemic failures and praising their courage. While Varun said students deserve answers, Sara hailed their resolve and Kamal called for urgent reforms

24 Jul 2026 7:49 am
Bakaiti 2: Sheeba Chadha says the series feels like a warm hug

Sheeba Chadha and Rajesh Tailang say Bakaiti 2 is a refreshing break from the intense dramas dominating OTT. Ahead of its Zee5 release, Chadha described the family comedy as a warm hug that brings laughter, comfort and a sense of home

24 Jul 2026 7:43 am
The India Story: Director reveals film underwent 25 CBFC changes before release

The India Story director Chetan DK said the film underwent 25 CBFC-mandated changes just days before its July 24 release. Calling the revisions disheartening, he said the team had no choice but to comply to secure the certification

24 Jul 2026 7:38 am
Amol Palekar expresses anguish over police brutality during student protest

Anguished by the police brutality at the Delhi protest, actor and filmmaker Amol Palekar pens an open letter for mid-day, applauding the students courage; offers financial and medical support

24 Jul 2026 7:30 am
Manushi Chhillar recalls writing NEET exams twice due to paper leak in 2015

Amid the ongoing student protests over the NEET paper leak, actress Manushi Chhillar has now broken her silence, recalling that she appeared for the exam twice in 2015 due to a similar paper leak

23 Jul 2026 10:36 pm
Batwara 1947: Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta-starrer cleared by CBFC without cuts

Ahead of its August 14 release, Sunny Deol-starrer Batwara 1947 has been cleared by the CBFC. The Aamir Khan-backed film, based on the backdrop of India's Partition, was cleared by the censor board without any cuts

23 Jul 2026 8:32 pm
Will send food: Salman Khan requests Sonam Wangchuk to end hunger strike

After extending his support to students and condemning the NEET paper leak, Salman Khan has now urged activist Sonam Wangchuk to eat something and end his hunger strike. He also asked students to go back home after PM Modi's tweet

23 Jul 2026 8:13 pm
Kareena Kapoor on student protest: 'Education works if children believe in it'

Kareena Kapoor has backed the ongoing student protests, saying the voices of young people are impossible to ignore. In an Instagram note, the actor said she could no longer stay silent and warned that children lose faith in education when they feel honesty, hard work and merit don't count

23 Jul 2026 7:10 pm
Jana Nayagan: Bobby Deol recalls funny coincidence of his South film journey

Jana Nayagan actor Bobby Deol joked that many of his South Indian co-stars have gone on to become politicians after working with him. Referring to Vijay, Nandamuri Balakrishna and Pawan Kalyan, Bobby quipped, Every time I've worked with these actors, they've all become ministers

23 Jul 2026 7:05 pm
Imran Khan shares his take on artists staying apolitical amid student protests

Imran Khan, who took to the streets to support the student protest in Mumbai on July 22, was seen talking about artists who believe art is apolitical. In the video, he can be seen slamming such artists, saying, If you cant stand by your opinions, your art has no value.

23 Jul 2026 6:36 pm
Ayesha Khan shuts down troll warning Bollywood boycott over student protest

Dhurandhar actor Ayesha Khan hit back at a troll who warned she would lose work in Bollywood for supporting student protests. Sharing the message on Instagram, she replied, I'd rather lose my career than losing my spine, a day after claiming she was detained by Mumbai Police

23 Jul 2026 4:49 pm
Naseeruddin Shah calls silent celebs 'dog with a bone' amid student protest

Naseeruddin Shah has questioned why several Bollywood celebrities have remained silent over the ongoing CJP student protests at Delhis Jantar Mantar. Reacting to the lack of public statements from stars, the veteran actor said, A dog with a bone in its mouth cant bark

23 Jul 2026 4:49 pm
Watch: Trisha gets mobbed outside theatre after watching CM Vijay's Jana Nayagan

As Jana Nayagan hit the screens on July 23, Trisha was seen reaching the cinema hall in Chennai to watch CM Vijay's film. Videos of the actress leaving the theatre is now going viral, showing her getting mobbed by fans and the media

23 Jul 2026 4:45 pm
Santy Sharma's YouTube channel deleted; announces CJP-related press conference

Santy Sharma has claimed that YouTube permanently deleted his channel after the backlash over his CJP remarks. The independent rapper also announced a press conference in Mumbai on August 1, where he says he will reveal the truth behind CJP along with facts and evidence

23 Jul 2026 3:40 pm
Jana Nayagan movie review: CM Vijays film manages to save democracy

Jana Nayagan is a fan-first farewell to Vijay, packed with mass moments, action and political undertones. While the predictable screenplay and uneven pacing hold it back, Vijay's commanding screen presence and emotional final bow make it an enjoyable theatrical celebration

23 Jul 2026 3:38 pm
Romanchakam: Sandeep Reddy Vanga releases first single Radha Ramana

Popular director Sandeep Reddy Vanga has released Radha Ramana, the romantic first single from director Venu Gopal Reddy's eagerly awaited romantic drama Romanchakam, much to the delight of fans and film buffs

23 Jul 2026 3:30 pm
Dulquer Salmaan reacts to student protests, saying it is gut wrenching

Actor and producer Dulquer Salmaan reacted to the ongoing student protests at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, saying it was gut-wrenching to see young people face uncertainty and expressing the hope that there would be a meaningful dialogue

23 Jul 2026 3:26 pm
Mouni Roy comes onboard for Prerna Arora's upcoming romantic film

Mouni Roy has been cast as the lead in Suresh Krissna's untitled romantic film, produced by Prerna Arora. The makers praised her talent and screen presence, while the actress recently made headlines for asking paparazzi to stop filming her after a dinner outing

23 Jul 2026 3:21 pm
Devoleena Bhattacharjee questions swords at student protest

Actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee has questioned the nature of a student protest after sharing a social media post that showed protesters carrying swords during the protest which was initially said to be peaceful.

23 Jul 2026 3:21 pm
Saif Ali Khans sister gets abusive DM on Instagram over student protest post

Saba Pataudi has responded after receiving an abusive Instagram message for supporting students protesting over alleged NEET examination irregularities. Sharing a screenshot of the DM, she questioned the hate directed at her and reiterated that post was about treating country's youth with kindness

23 Jul 2026 2:40 pm
Tom Cruise to return for Days of Thunder sequel, 36 years after original film

Tom Cruise's long-awaited Days of Thunder sequel is moving ahead, with Jonathan Levine in negotiations to direct the racing drama. Cruise will reprise his role as NASCAR driver Cole Trickle and also produce the film alongside Jerry Bruckheimer, with a script by Will Staples

23 Jul 2026 1:27 pm
Jennifer Lawrence recalls lying to UK customs before X-Men: 'I ended up in jail'

An old interview of Jennifer Lawrence has resurfaced in which she recalled being detained for five hours while travelling to the UK for her X-Men audition. The actor admitted she lied to customs about the purpose of her visit before confessing the truth, saying she ended up in a tiny jail

23 Jul 2026 1:18 pm
Jana Nayagan: Japanese fans celebrate Vijay's release in traditional kimonos

As Jana Nayagan released in theatres, two Japanese fans grabbed attention outside Chennai's Rohini Cinema. Dressed in traditional kimonos and carrying Japanese fans, they proudly celebrated Vijay's first-day-first show with fellow fans

23 Jul 2026 1:16 pm
Netizens call Sonu Nigam spineless for avoiding student protest questions

Sonu Nigam has sparked an online debate after a viral video showed him declining to comment on the ongoing student protest. While some social media users criticised the singer for staying silent, others defended his right to avoid commenting on political and social issues

23 Jul 2026 1:08 pm
Christopher Nolan teases a possible horror film after The Odyssey

Christopher Nolan revealed that The Odyssey has reignited his interest in making a horror film. The Oscar-winning filmmaker said he loves the genre but will only direct one when he comes across an idea and story compelling enough to pursue

23 Jul 2026 12:56 pm