Breaking Hype
From PlayStation Mic to Cannes Stage: Guitarricadelafuente’s Rise Is Just Beginning
The man behind 'Guantanamera' is now a Cannes winner — and he’s just getting started.
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October 2026
2038 stories published this month.
Breaking Hype
Harry Potter New Cast Growing Pumpkins Before Hogwarts
The film’s been nominated for Best Feature at the BAFTA Scotland Awards, which might be why it’s getting this early push.
1 Oct 20262 min
Breaking Hype
Ranabaali Trailer Drops October 8
The trailer for Vijay Deverakonda’s period action drama Ranabaali is set to drop on October 8, ahead of its October 16 theatrical release. Directed by Rahul Sankrityan, the film explores the struggles of Indians during the 1860s under British rule. Rashmika Mandanna stars alongside Deverakonda, with music by Ajay-Atul. Mythri Movie Makers produce, T-Series present.
1 Oct 20261 min
Breaking Hype
October’s Netflix Is Quietly Loud
Netflix’s October 2026 slate isn’t about quantity. It’s about presence. From Florence Pugh’s ferocious turn in East of Eden to the posthumous portrait of Matthew Perry, the streamer’s lineup is defined by voices—some loud, some silent, all real.
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Breaking Hype
Madhubanti Bagchi Sings for Rajinikanth in Jailer 2's 'Bindaas'
Madhubanti Bagchi sings for Rajinikanth in Jailer 2's 'Bindaas'—a high-octane Hindi track with Nora Fatehi, Anirudh Ravichander, and a fearless female lead who redefines the game.
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Breaking Hype
The Wife Who Never Was: Mohan Babu Claims Srikanth Odela Broke a Promise
Mohan Babu says Srikanth Odela 'cheated' him over a deleted wife role in The Paradise
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Box Office
Bandkhor Ends Its Run With ₹31 Lakh — One Of Marathi Cinema’s Biggest Flops
Bandkhor’s theatrical run ended in seven days with ₹31 lakh net — less than 13% of its reported budget. The film, directed by Mahesh Manjrekar and produced by Sanjay Shetye, failed to gain traction despite decent reviews.
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Breaking Hype
Swara Bhasker Recalls Director’s Harassment Attempt After Tanu Weds Manu — ‘He Knocked On My Door At Night’
Swara Bhasker has spoken out about a disturbing incident she says occurred shortly after the release of Tanu Weds Manu, revealing a moment from her early career that still carries weight.
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Breaking Hype
Taapsee Pannu's Gandhari Tops Netflix India 2026
Taapsee Pannu’s Gandhari continues to achieve new milestones on Netflix, emerging as the biggest Indian film performance on the platform in 2026. The action thriller has not only found a strong global audience but has also received appreciation for Taapsee’s physically demanding performance and action sequences.
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Breaking Hype
Pal Bhar Ke Liye Is a Remake of Smile Please
Tahir Raj Bhasin says Vikram Phadnis’ Pal Bhar Ke Liye is a remake of his earlier Marathi film Smile Please. The film, inspired by Phadnis’ mother’s last years, premieres in India soon.
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Breaking Hype
Alia Bhatt Hosts Earthshot Prize 2026 in Mumbai
Alia Bhatt is presenting at The Earthshot Prize 2026 Awards Night in Mumbai, the first time the event is held in India. The ceremony, on November 17, will stream globally on Prime Video for the first time.
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Breaking Hype
Dhanush’s Om: Chapter 1 Delayed to November 26
Om: Chapter 1 moves to November 26, 2026, after being delayed to avoid clashes with Jailer 2 and Scene. Makers haven’t confirmed. Dhanush’s next films are already in motion.
1 Oct 20261 min
Regional Cinema
Don't Trouble The Trouble hits theaters October 2
The film 'Don't Trouble The Trouble' premieres worldwide on October 2, featuring Fahadh Faasil in a lead role alongside Sara Paikekar, Saqib Saleem, and Venkatesh Kakumanu. Directed by Shashank Yeleati and produced by Arcadia Media Works and Shooting Business, the movie has drawn attention for its layered narrative and high-profile crew.
1 Oct 20261 min
Breaking Hype
Hanuman Ansh’s Soundtrack Is Already a National Phenomenon — Before the Film Releases
‘Parvati’ has crossed 100 million YouTube views and is No. 1 on YouTube Music in India, No. 2 globally. The full album has hit 100 million streams. Short-form video creations: 1.5 million.
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Breaking Hype
Amitabh Bachchan Sits Down On KBC After Knee Injury — But The Show Keeps Going
Amitabh Bachchan slipped and fell during a Kaun Banega Crorepati shoot, injuring his left knee. He revealed the incident during Wednesday’s episode, explaining why he appeared seated for his opening monologue — a rare deviation from his long-standing routine. The injury is described as minor, and he confirmed that work will continue as scheduled. This marks the latest in a string of physical hir
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Breaking Hype
Hathaway’s Red Carpet Directive Goes Viral — And She Apologised For It
Anne Hathaway directed photographers at the Verity premiere, sparking a viral moment. She later apologized, calling it 'the stuff of nightmares.' The film releases in India this Friday.
1 Oct 20261 min
Breaking Hype
Digger Isn’t a Movie—It’s a Decade in Motion
Digger isn’t just a movie. It’s a decade-long hunt for the right way to tell a story that kept moving beneath the surface. Tom Cruise plays both the real and the imagined. The film releases October 2.
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Other News
Indore Water Contamination Probe Finds Engineer Responsible, Records Missing
The judicial inquiry into Indore's Bhagirathpura water contamination has held executive engineer Sanjeev Kumar Srivastava responsible for maintenance lapses and flagged missing records for sewer and water networks built in the 1990s and 2000s.
1 Oct 20262 min
Bollywood
Shah Rukh Khan's King Gets December 24 Release Date
Shah Rukh Khan's King has reportedly been locked for a December 24, 2026 release, slotting into the Christmas holiday window, with Ranveer Singh set for a mystery cameo appearance.
1 Oct 20262 min
Regional Cinema
Bigg Boss Telugu Mutes Episode After Aman-Trigun Fight Turns Physical
A verbal spat between Bigg Boss Telugu contestants Aman and Trigun escalated into a physical scuffle and abusive language, forcing makers to mute sections of the episode. Fans are now betting on who gets axed this weekend.
1 Oct 20262 min
OTT Originals
Netflix CEO Dismisses Paramount‑Warner Merger as Threat, Courts Casey Bloys
Netflix chief Ted Sarandos told Bloomberg that the Paramount‑Warner tie‑up poses no real danger, praised HBO Max’s Casey Bloys and outlined the streamer’s evolving movie‑release strategy.
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Other News
Sunil Kumar Wins Wrestling Bronze As India Add Two Golds At Asian Games
Sunil Kumar beat the Philippines' Callum Johnston Roberts 9-0 to win Greco-Roman 87kg bronze at the Asian Games 2026, while Indian shooters and archers claimed two golds on the same day in Japan.
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Other News
SFI And Youth Congress Workers Clash Inside Kerala University Campus
A protest against the Chief Election Commissioner outside Kerala University's hostel turned violent on Wednesday evening, with SFI and Youth Congress workers trading blame as police used lathis and tear gas to break up the crowd.
1 Oct 20262 min
Regional Cinema
Meenakshi Chaudhary In Talks For Lead In Nani's Bloody Romeo
Meenakshi Chaudhary is reportedly being considered for the female lead opposite Nani in Sujeeth's Bloody Romeo. No official confirmation yet from producers Niharika Entertainment and Unanimous Productions.
1 Oct 20262 min