Breaking Hype
Lalit Prabhakar Transforms into Ajmal Kasab for Prahaar Trailer
The new teaser for Rajkummar Rao’s Prahaar spotlights Marathi star Lalit Prabhakar’s startling metamorphosis into the 26/11 terrorist.
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September 2026
2406 stories published this month.
Breaking Hype
Karthik Subbaraj’s ‘Dorothy’ Sparks Boycott Wave in Tamil Nadu
Karthik Subbaraj’s latest drama Dorothy, which follows a trans woman’s journey in rural Madurai, has ignited fierce online backlash after a same‑sex kiss, prompting a wider debate on queer representation and caste‑driven violence in Tamil cinema.
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OTT Originals
Tamil‑Telugu OTT Line‑up Packs Seven Fresh Releases This Week
Seven new Tamil and Telugu titles drop on streaming platforms this week, featuring Karthi’s sequel Sardar 2, Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 audio launch, a dating‑app drama, a music‑centric love story and a dubbed Demon Slayer movie, among others.
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Box Office
Meesaya Murukku 2 Nears Lifetime Milestone as Malayalam Cop Drama Stays Strong
The Tamil musical sequel Meesaya Murukku 2 has amassed a net 19.35 crore in five days, closing in on Idhayam Murali's lifetime haul, while Malayalam cop drama Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar clocks 23.61 crore after 19 days, poised to overtake two fellow releases.
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Breaking Hype
Karan Johar Announces End of 'Koffee With Karan' After 22 Years
Karan Johar says the iconic interview series will finish with its ninth season on JioHotstar, citing a desire to focus on filmmaking after 22 years of talk‑show fame.
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Breaking Hype
Avengers Endgame Encore Nets Over Rs 30 Crore in Five Days
In just five days, Avengers Endgame: Encore has amassed more than Rs 30 crore in India, becoming the top Hollywood re‑release and eyeing a record‑breaking run before Drishyam 3 arrives.
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Breaking Hype
Kareena Kapoor Khan Welcomes Mira Rajput Kapoor on What Women Want
Kareena Kapoor Khan confirmed Mira Rajput Kapoor will appear on her chat show What Women Want. Fans are buzzing, mixing nostalgia with humor as the two women sit down for a first‑time conversation.
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Bollywood
Mithun Chakraborty's arrival triggers stampede on Om Shanti Om set
In a recent vlog, Farah Khan described how Mithun Chakraborty's sudden appearance on the Om Shanti Om set sparked a chaotic rush, even prompting a lightman to abandon his post and a fainting lady to be filmed for the song.
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Box Office
Nani’s ‘The Paradise’ Turns Profit in Nizam Amid Mixed Nationwide Returns
Within a week of release, ‘The Paradise’ hit the break‑even point in Nizam, but its overall box‑office picture remains shaky, with trade analysts predicting an average verdict after the upcoming holiday stretch.
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Breaking Hype
Rupali Ganguly Opens Up About Lost Home at FICCI Frames
At FICCI Frames, Rupali Ganguly tearfully recounted her family’s financial collapse, her father’s longing for a Mumbai home and how the TV hit ‘Anupamaa’ helped her finally purchase her first property.
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Breaking Hype
Ravi Kishan, Irfan Pathan Spark Viral Dance Craze at FICCI Frames
At the FICCI Frames 2026 conference, actor‑MP Ravi Kishan teamed up with ex‑cricketer Irfan Pathan for an impromptu performance of the star's internet‑famous dance step, delighting attendees and sparking a wave of social‑media shares.
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Bollywood
Veer Pahariya Turns Heartbroken in ‘Tujhse Bichad Ke’
Veer Pahariya’s latest track ‘Tujhse Bichad Ke’ reveals a softer side of his on‑screen persona, with soulful vocals by Madhur Sharma and a bittersweet melody that sits alongside the film’s comic college backdrop.
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Regional Cinema
Keerthy Suresh’s Emotional Instagram Tribute to ‘Dorothy’
Keerthy Suresh shared an Instagram carousel of ‘Dorothy’ on set, praising Karthik Subbaraj’s vision, Ilaiyaraaja’s score and the camaraderie with Rishikanth, Sananth and cinematographer Tirru.
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Breaking Hype
Tom Cruise's 'Digger' Faces Sub‑$15 Million Opening, Massive Loss Forecast
Warner Bros’ newest venture, the black‑comedy Digger starring Tom Cruise, is projected to earn less than $15 million in its U.S. debut, prompting fears of a $100 million loss after a tepid critical response and a $125 million budget.
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Breaking Hype
Tom Cruise’s ‘Digger’ Clears Indian Censors, A‑Rated for Oct 2 Release
Hollywood’s latest climate satire ‘Digger’, starring and produced by Tom Cruise, secured an A‑certificate from India’s CBFC after minor cuts, and will open nationwide on October 2.
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Breaking Hype
Shahid streams on Prime Video, producer recalls high‑interest loan
Thirteen years after its theatrical debut, Shahid is now on Prime Video. Producer Sunil Bohra reveals the financial pinch he faced, and cast members reminisce about the film’s lasting impact.
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Breaking Hype
Drishyam 3 Shatters Advance Ticket Numbers Ahead of Friday Release
The third instalment of the Drishyam franchise is pulling in record advance bookings, with over 1.29 lakh tickets sold at the country's biggest cinema chains before the film even hits screens on Friday.
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OTT Originals
Yung DSA Promises Boundaries After Love Gill Calls Out His Comment
During a recent Bigg Boss 20 episode, Yung DSA’s remark about Love Gill dancing on a fellow contestant’s bed sparked a tense exchange, leading him to vow a clear boundary in their friendship.
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Breaking Hype
CBFC trims ten minutes from Dhurandhar The Revenge for TV launch
After a blockbuster run, Dhurandhar The Revenge is set for a TV premiere on Star Gold, but the certifying board demanded 45‑50 edits, shaving ten minutes off the original cut.
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Box Office
Haiwaan Stalls at Rs 9 Crore After Weak Box‑Office Run
According to Pinkvilla, Haiwaan’s theatrical run ended with a net collection of just Rs 9 crore, after an opening day of Rs 2.5 crore and a lackluster weekend, prompting director Priyadarshan to rule out future non‑comedy projects with Akshay Kumar.
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World
Tom Cruise Stuns in Iñárritu’s Polarizing Epic ‘Digger’
‘Digger’ lands in theatres with Tom Cruise delivering a career‑defining turn, while Alejandro Iñárritu’s sprawling script and Emmanuel Lubezki’s striking cinematography earn both praise and criticism for their excess.
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Breaking Hype
FDA Says SRK, Ajay Devgn, Tiger Shroff Responded to Vimal Elaichi Notice
Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff have answered the Maharashtra FDA’s show‑cause notices over the Vimal Elaichi commercial, and the agency has completed two hearings as it pushes forward with its investigation.
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Breaking Hype
Isha Rikhi Opens Up After Bigg Boss 20 Eviction
After three weeks in the Bigg Boss house, Isha Rikhi shared an emotional Instagram message, apologising for any disappointment, reflecting on her struggles, and expressing gratitude to supporters and critics alike.
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World
AFI Fest 2026 Unveils Star‑Studded Lineup Including Wildwood and Herzog’s Bucking Fastard
Hollywood’s AFI Fest returns for its 40th anniversary with a packed slate of 157 films. Highlights include the animated debut Wildwood, Werner Herzog’s Bucking Fastard starring the Mara twins, and a biopic closing slot, signaling a diverse mix of mainstream and avant‑garde cinema.
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