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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
Yashs Toxic sparked massive fan frenzy in Bengaluru, with a viral video from Santosh Theatre showing currency notes and heaps of garbage scattered across the floor. Staff were seen cleaning up the mess after the screening ended
The Revolutionaries trailer is out, with Bhuvan Bam, Rohit Saraf, Pratibha Ranta and Gurfateh Pirzada leading a young band of freedom fighters against the British Raj. Created by Nikkhil Advani and inspired by true events
Yash's Toxic has sparked an online debate after a viral post showed a young child inside an A-rated screening. Social media users questioned whether parents or theatre management should be held accountable, with many calling for stricter enforcement of age restrictions
Yash fans celebrated Toxics release across theatres. During a surprise visit to a Bengaluru theatre, director Geetu Mohandas became emotional after a female fan broke down while meeting her. They shared a warm hug before Geetu met other fans
Asin shared a rare glimpse of daughter Arin celebrating Onam in a traditional yellowish-orange outfit with gold detailing. Surrounded by colourful flowers, the pictures offered fans a peek into the former actress private life
Dolly Partons death at 80 has prompted tributes from across the worlds of music and cinema. Kareena Kapoor Khan, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, Beyonc, Reese Witherspoon and others remembered the country music icon
Pratik Gandhi and Arshad Warsi face off in Ghamasaan, Tigmanshu Dhulias gritty drama set in the Hindi heartland. The series follows a cop taking on a formidable criminal while exploring power, loyalty, politics and survival
Richa Chadha celebrated Onam with her daughter Zuneyra at Keralas Gurupuram Sree Maha Vishnu Temple, where she presented a life-size mechanical elephant, Gurupuram Arjunan. The actor said the gesture was about carrying traditions forward with compassion
Rubina Dilaik criticised Asim Riaz while recalling his alleged behaviour towards the Battleground creative team. Calling him a nuisance value, she questioned his contribution to reality shows and asked, Where is he today? Asim has yet to respond
Netflix unveiled the trailer of Chumbak, a feel-good family comedy about five families whose lives are intertwined. Created by the makers of Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Khichdi, the series stars Neena Gupta, Sumeet Raghvan and Arjun Bijlani
Sushmita Sen gave a witty response when a fan asked about her marriage plans during an Instagram Live. Saying they would both keep searching for the answer, the actor left fans guessing while maintaining her trademark privacy about her personal life
Toxic is absolutely one of Yash's finest performances. He has in no way held back, delivering his absolute best with powerful dialogue delivery, a captivating aura and an intense screen presence
Akanksha Chamola addressed criticism over her bisexuality revelation, saying her career should depend on her craft rather than sexuality. She also claimed her Tejasswi Prakash podcast was heavily edited, stressing that she shared personal experiences and never represented the queer community.
Dolly Parton has never shied away from discussing getting breast enhancement surgery at 22. The country music icon viewed the decision as part of creating her signature glamorous image, inspired by the larger-than-life women she admired growing up
Rohit Shetty has defended the safety measures on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15, saying stunts are designed to challenge contestants rather than endanger them. Amid criticism over injuries and intense tasks, he stressed that challenges are tested beforehand and performed under professional supervision
Athiya Shetty shared a series of serene vacation pictures surrounded by lush greenery and scenic views. Captioning the post the greener side, the actress received a sweet reaction from dad Suniel Shetty, who wrote, Amazing my love
Prakash Raj announced an Election Commission Chalo campaign in Bengaluru on September 1, opposing the SIR of electoral rolls. He questioned voter deletions, Election Commission accountability and said civil groups may seek a court stay
Anurag Saikias Badeela blends the rich musical traditions of Assam and Rajasthan into a vibrant celebration of love. Featuring Raja Hasan and Dipakshi Kalita, the song uses colourful visuals and traditional elements to capture falling in love
Ananya Panday and Walker Blanco have reportedly parted ways after two years of dating. The actress had not officially confirmed her relationship, but had dropped hints about their alleged affair on multiple occasions
Actor Ajay Devgn recently paid tribute to filmmaker Kuku Kohli, who passed away on August 25 in Mumbai. Kuku was the one who launched Ajay Devgn in the industry, directing his first film Phool Aur Kaante
Kareena Kapoor gave fans a glimpse into her day at work, sharing a glamorous selfie on social media. The actress looked effortlessly stylish while posing between her professional commitments, offering followers a peek at her latest workday mood
Prakash Raj has opened up about his character in Jagamae Sangeetham, revealing that the role is driven by the fear of losing his legacy. The actor said this emotional conflict adds depth to the character and shapes his actions
Dolly Partons unreleased song My Place in History was recorded in 2015 and sealed inside a time capsule at Dollywoods DreamMore Resort. The country legend planned for it to be unveiled on her 100th birthday in 2046
Aditi Sharma has opened up about the domestic violence case filed against husband Abhineet Kaushik and his family. The actress spoke about the emotional difficulty of leaving unhealthy situations, while police investigate allegations of physical and mental harassment and abuse
The makers of Jeevan Bheema Yojana recently unveiled the much-awaited trailer of the film showing Arshad Warsi in two contrasting avatars as Jeevan and Bheema, leading to a series of chaotic events
Pregnant Samantha Ruth Prabhu has urged followers not to copy her strength-training routine, stressing that every pregnancy and body is different. The actor said she continues to work out with her doctor's clearance, years of prior training and a certified prenatal trainer
Yashs Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is receiving mixed audience reactions, while leaked clips from the film have surfaced online despite the makers anti-piracy warning. Videos featuring Yash and Kiara Advanis intimate scenes and major plot details are reportedly circulating
Avengers: Endgame Encore returns to theatres across India on September 25, 2026, in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. The special re-release will also offer audiences an exclusive sneak peek at Avengers: Doomsday
Priyanka Chopra Jonas Hollywood survival thriller Reset has faced a casting shake-up as Orlando Bloom reportedly exited the project days before filming. The makers are now searching for his replacement, while Chopra remains attached to the Matt Smukler directorial
Shalini Pandey celebrates nine years of Arjun Reddy, the 2017 film that marked her acting debut, with a heartfelt post. Sharing a still from the film, she thanked audiences for their love and said Preethi will always remain a piece of my heart
Anupam Kher reflects on the emotional vulnerability of acting, saying fame and success cannot replace the truth an actor must reveal before the camera. The veteran actor also shares how age has changed his approach to performance
Dwayne Johnson remembered his late father, wrestling legend Rocky Soulman Johnson, on his birth anniversary with a heartfelt Instagram post and a throwback photo. The actor reflected on his fathers tough love, complicated relationship and lessons
Director Geetu Mohandas, whose upcoming film Toxic: A Fairytale For Grown Ups, released on August 26, has now revealed a piece of advice her dad once gave her and which has stayed with her ever since
Actress Karishma Tanna looked back on a special moment from her pregnancy journey. She shared a throwback memory from a photoshoot when she was one month pregnant. Recalling that phase, Karishma said she was carrying the most beautiful secret
After Kriti Sanon hit back at trolls criticising her outfit in a recent Rakhi advertisement, her sister Nupur Sanon came out in her support amid the controversy surrounding the actress's latest Raksha Bandhan ad
Sandeep Reddy Vanga has revealed major details about Spirit, confirming that Prabhas action thriller will have an intense, adult-oriented tone and is likely to receive an A certificate. The filmmaker also addressed speculation surrounding its potential clash with SS Rajamoulis Varanasi
Kriti Sanon's Raksha Bandhan ad has been creating a stir online after many criticised the actress's clothing in the commercial. Amid the backlash, the jewellery brand has now issued a statement announcing that they have withdrawn the ad
Former child artiste Ravi Valecha has opened up about facing sexual abuse in the film industry as a child. He recalled disturbing incidents involving adults when he was eight and later, saying years of suppressed trauma affected him until therapy helped him heal
Yash's Toxic has finally hit the screens, and early moviegoers have started sharing their reviews of the film on social media platforms. While many called the film a 'torture' and a 'nightmare', moviegoers have been praising Yash's performance and the visual appeal of the film
As Yash's Toxic finally hits the screens following multiple delays, fans were seen arriving at theatres in large numbers and celebrating the actor's return to the big screen after four years with dhols, flags, banners and more
Country music legend Dolly Parton died at the age of 80 on August 25 in Tennessee. Her nephew, Bryan Seaver, shared the news of her passing via an Instagram video. The singer reportedly died after a long battle with cancer
Akshay Kumar is set to collaborate with Sajid Khan for a new film, marking their first association since Housefull 2, which released in 2012
Manto actor Vedieka Dutt says that working on the song in Manali was an unexpected but welcome change. I love mountains, she adds.
Mishkat Varma on how self-doubt pushes him to do better and why Manasi Salvi is his favourite co-star on Dillon Ki Ram-Leela
From creating an artificial shortage to learning parkour, Tanuj Virwani talks about his latest outing, Jumper, and his career choices. He also opened up about fatherhood and his year-long hiatus
Sources say Spanish YA romance Culpa Mia trilogy to be adapted in India; Ishaan Khatter in talks to lead the Prime Video project. The Spanish franchise is based on author Mercedes Rons best-selling Culpables trilogy
Following in her mother Sharon Prabhakars footsteps, actor Shazahn Padamsee turns singer with her new single Raatan Kaaliyan. Shazahn also revealed that she trained for nearly a decade before taking the leap
Even as Drishyam: The Conclusion ends the current tale, sources say makers are considering taking the franchise forward with the protagonist in an all-new story

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