The Federation of Western India Cine Employees has expressed support for singer Daler Mehndi amid controversy. FWICE highlighted the importance of sensitivity regarding performers' health after a public incident. The letter addressed to the Prime Minister and Uttarakhand Chief Minister emphasized the contributions of artists to the culture. They called for greater compassion in dealing with performers' issues.
Hanuman Ansh, released on August 7, 2026, achieved a worldwide gross collection of Rs 451 cr. Its domestic net earnings reached Rs 341.04 cr, while overseas markets contributed Rs 48.60 cr. The film's collections during its 11th week showed a noticeable decline, with daily earnings fluctuating significantly. Directed by Vishal Chaturvedi, the movie highlights the life of Neem Karoli Baba.
The film Ranabaali, with stars Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, achieved a remarkable Rs 59.65 crore in total earnings worldwide. On its sixth day, it garnered Rs 5.50 crore, reflecting a decline from Rs 7.10 crore previously. Released on October 16, the film recorded 453,848 total footfalls, maintaining an average occupancy of 40.44% for the Telugu version.
In its seventh week, Jailer 2, featuring the iconic Rajinikanth and Mohanlal, experienced a slight dip in box office earnings. The film secured Rs 28.15 crore net in India, accumulating an impressive domestic total of over Rs 300 crore. Notably, the Tamil version highlighted the charts with an earning of Rs 18.50 crore on Wednesday, while its global gross exceeded Rs 582.45 crore.
Govinda visited the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri and offered prayers during the Vijayadashami festival. His visit attracted a large number of fans who cheered for him as he arrived. The actor expressed gratitude for the opportunity and prayed for his children’s well-being. Shree Jagannath Temple is an important Hindu pilgrimage site known for its annual Ratha Yatra.