The horror film, reportedly made on a budget of around USD 750,000, emerged as a global box office success, grossing more than USD 500 million worldwide.
Keerthy Suresh says she believes she could have done justice to 'Gangubai Kathiawadi', the role played by Alia Bhatt in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s 2022 film. In a conversation with India Today, the actor praised Alia’s performance and body of work after fans suggested she would have suited the part following the trailer release of her Netflix series 'Akka'. Co-starring Radhika Apte, the series is directed by Dharmaraj Shetty and premieres on October 30.
Nitesh Tiwari's film ‘Ramayana: Rise of a Legend' premiered in Los Angeles, attracting notable stars and initial reactions. A reviewer compared the viewing experience to watching 'The Lord of the Rings' for the first time. Ranbir Kapoor's portrayal of Lord Rama received praise, while Yash's performance as Ravana stood out significantly. The film concludes with a cliffhanger, creating anticipation for a sequel scheduled for Diwali 2027.
This week, a panel of judges upheld Danny Masterson's rape conviction, dismissing his appeal as announced by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office. Masterson claimed the charges were invalid based on the statute of limitations, while evidence indicated offenses happened between 2001 and 2003. He is now appealing his prior convictions, which resulted in a 30-year to life prison sentence.
Taylor Swift was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame during a recent ceremony in Nashville. She discussed the challenges and rewards of fame while expressing gratitude for Nashville's role in her career. Swift reflected on her early songwriting days and how dedication shaped her craft. She also acknowledged her family's support in relocating to Nashville for her musical aspirations.
Manoj Bajpayee has explained why he prefers reading Hindi dialogues in the Devanagari script, saying he cannot memorise lines written otherwise. In a conversation with Variety India, filmmaker Neeraj Pandey challenged the idea that few actors follow this practice and discussed finding black humour in real life. The duo also spoke about 'Gajab Raat', Bajpayee’s quirky character Nivrit, and how the actor’s witty one-liners entertain the crew during late-night shoots.
Santosh Davakhar’s psychological thriller “Gondhal,” India’s Oscar submission, has released its global trailer ahead of its November 13, 2026 worldwide release in seven languages. Rooted in Maharashtra’s traditions, it follows newlyweds Suman and Anandrao. Davakhar, an IFFI Silver Peacock winner, says it showcases India’s lesser-seen culture.