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The 2018 psychological thriller ‘Ratsasan’, based on a real-life serial killer, was once deemed too risky for both actors and producers. The chilling story follows a killer who lures schoolgirls with gifts, abducts them, and leaves their bodies in a horrifying state. Despite its gripping plot, 17 actors and 21 producers reportedly rejected the project, fearing its dark subject matter and potential controversy. A Surprise HitDirected by Ram Kumar, the film starred Vishnu Vishal and Amala Paul in lead roles, with Kali Venkat, Abirami, Radha Ravi, Sujitha George, and Vinodhini Vaidyanathan in supporting roles. Vishnu Vishal played a police officer with aspirations to be a filmmaker. His life takes a dramatic turn when a serial killer begins terrorizing the city, leading him to use his inve...

The trailer of the upcoming Hindi comedy film Rahu Ketu, starring Pulkit Samrat and Varun Sharma, has taken social media by storm, leaving audiences laughing uncontrollably. Released on Tuesday, the trailer has received an overwhelmingly positive response, with fans calling it a “theatre-worthy” entertainer and praising the duo’s comic timing. Reuniting after the popular Fukrey franchise, Pulkit Samrat and Varun Sharma return to the big screen as an eccentric pair whose presence seems to invite chaos wherever they go. In the film, the two actors play characters named Rahu and Ketu—friends who unintentionally become harbingers of trouble, much like their mythological namesakes. The three-minute-and-seven-second trailer opens with veteran actor Piyush Mishra’s distinctive narration, in...

The Viral Fever (TVF), known for critically acclaimed web series such as Panchayat, Kota Factory, and Aspirants, is set to return with an ambitious new project titled Space Gen Chandrayaan. The makers released the official teaser of the series on Tuesday, offering a powerful glimpse into India’s extraordinary and challenging journey to the Moon. The teaser highlights the spirit of India’s space programme, portraying how reaching unexplored territory with limited resources is something the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has mastered over the years. It underlines India’s determination to become the first nation to land on the Moon’s south pole, while also depicting moments of failure, doubt, and intense pressure faced by scientists. The narrative builds towards a resolute messa...

India’s hopes at the Oscars 2026 have received a significant boost as filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan’s Homebound has advanced to the next round of voting in the prestigious Academy Awards. The film has been shortlisted among the final 15 contenders in the International Feature Film category, from which only five will eventually secure official Oscar nominations. Yet, even as this achievement deserves recognition, it also calls for serious self-reflection rather than celebratory applause. On Monday, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the list of 15 films that have progressed to the next voting round in the International Feature Film category. Homebound is the sole Indian entry on the shortlist, competing alongside films from Argentina, Brazil, France, Germany, Iraq, J...

Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan recently found himself at the centre of dating rumours after a series of photographs from Goa went viral on social media. The pictures sparked speculation that the actor was vacationing with a “mystery girl,” who was reportedly not from the film industry. However, the woman in question has now broken her silence and categorically denied the rumours. The so-called “mystery girl” has been identified as Karina Kubiliute. According to reports, Karina is a 17-year-old student from the United Kingdom and is currently studying at Carlisle College in Britain. During Kartik Aaryan’s Goa trip, both were spotted separately in similar locations, and some of their vacation pictures appeared strikingly alike. This led social media users on platforms like X and Reddit to ...

Prabhas-starrer The Raja Saab, one of the most awaited pan-India releases of the year, has officially received clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). However, the censor board has ordered modifications in two scenes before granting the film a U/A 16+ certificate. Following the massive success of films like Baahubali, Salaar, and Kalki 2898 AD, Prabhas is now gearing up for the release of his horror-comedy The Raja Saab, directed by Maruthi. The film stars Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, Riddhi Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Boman Irani, and Zarina Wahab, and is scheduled for a pan-India theatrical release on January 9 in five languages, including Hindi. According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, the CBFC did not object to the film’s dialogues, romantic sequences, or l...

The OTT space has witnessed an unusual trend over the past few days, with a two-year-old Telugu action-drama film suddenly climbing the popularity charts on streaming platforms. The film, Bhagavanth Kesari (2023), is currently trending on both Prime Video and JioHotstar, despite holding a modest IMDb rating of 5.8. Starring Nandamuri Balakrishna in the lead role, alongside Kajal Aggarwal, Sreeleela, and Arjun Rampal as the antagonist, Bhagavanth Kesari was released in 2023 with a production budget of approximately ₹65 crore. At the box office, it performed well, earning a net collection of ₹84.78 crore in India and a worldwide gross of ₹114.50 crore. Directed by veteran filmmaker Anil Ravipudi, the film received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. While opinions were divided...

Bollywood actress Fatima Sana Shaikh, best known for her role in Dangal, has shared an exciting glimpse of her adventurous side by posting a video of her first-ever cliff-jumping experience on social media. The actress not only posted the breathtaking visuals but also candidly described the emotions she went through moments before taking the leap. The video, shared on Fatima’s Instagram account, shows her jumping from a high cliff into a lake below. Along with the clip, she penned a detailed note about the mental battle she faced before summoning the courage to jump. Fatima revealed that she spent nearly 20 minutes standing at the edge, gathering the confidence to take the plunge. “I stood there for a long time, trying to convince myself. Finally, I made the decision and jumped,” she wr...

Filmmaker Priyadarshan has expressed deep disappointment and shock over actor Arshad Warsi’s recent comments about the 2004 hit film Hulchul, saying the remarks have left him genuinely hurt. In a recent interview, Arshad Warsi described his experience of working in Hulchul as unpleasant, claiming he was misled about the nature of his role. According to the actor, he was offered the film after being told that his character would be similar to Akshay Kumar’s role in Hera Pheri, but later felt the part turned out very differently, making the experience disappointing for him. Reacting to these statements, Priyadarshan told Mid-Day that he was taken aback after reading Warsi’s comments. “When I read what he said, I felt very bad. Maybe I am mistaken or perhaps his words were misunderstood...

Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh has long been in the spotlight for his music and acting, but his personal life remains largely private. Fans have often wondered if the singer-actor is married, who his wife is, whether he has children, and where his family resides. On his 42nd birthday on January 6, we look at what is known about Diljit’s family life. A Secretive Family LifeDiljit, born into a modest family in Punjab, has become a global icon with millions of fans worldwide. While his professional achievements are well-known, details about his personal life are closely guarded. A friend of Diljit, speaking on condition of anonymity, revealed that the singer is married to an Indo-American woman named Sandeep Kaur and the couple has one son, who lives with her in the United States. Acc...