The Malayalam film ‘Bethlehem Kudumba Unit’ is on track to surpass the Rs 200 crore mark worldwide, according to trade trackers. It would become Nivin Pauly’s highest‑grossing film, eclipsing his earlier success ‘Premam’. The movie, directed by Girish AD, is already among the fastest Malayalam releases to hit this milestone.
The new Daayra trailer shows Kareena Kapoor interrogating Prithviraj Sukumaran about his past encounter killings, sparking debate over law versus justice. The film, directed by Meghna Gulzar, is based on real events and centers on a gang‑rape case that pushes the boundaries of the juvenile protection law. It is set to hit theaters on September 18, 2024.
Lokesh Kanagaraj makes his acting debut in the Tamil action‑romance DC, which opened worldwide on August 7, 2026. The film will stream globally on Sun NXT from September 4, 2026, offering Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam versions. Wamiqa Gabbi co‑stars as the film’s lead, while director Arun Matheswaran also helmed the project.
The new trailer for Daayra shows Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran as rival police officers battling over justice in a case inspired by real events. Directed by Meghna Gulzar, the film explores how truth and public perception shape verdicts. It promises sharp dialogue and emotional depth from a strong ensemble cast.
The Tamil romance ‘Hi’ earned about ₹5.6 crore net in India after its first three days, according to Sacnilk. Friday’s opening pull was ₹1.25 crore, rising to ₹2.15 crore on Saturday and ₹2.20 crore on Sunday. Occupancy improved to 47% on the final day, signalling a solid weekend performance.
Netflix India has confirmed that Lust Stories will return for a third season, debuting on September 18. The new anthology features four fresh short films directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, Kiran Rao, Shakun Batra and Vishal Bhardwaj, each exploring themes of desire and intimacy. A star‑studded cast, including Radhika Apte, Ali Fazal and Siddharth Rao Hydari, will bring these bold stories to audienc…
Parvathy Thiruvothu says she has never regretted her comments on the film Kasaba, maintaining her stance unchanged. She clarified that director Geetu Mohandas did not endorse her remarks and urged that women not pit each other. Parvathy also left AMMA, arguing the group cannot take a feminist position.
Rajkumar Santoshi disputes Shabana Azmi’s claim that Batwara 1947 failed because Sunny Deol played a Muslim, arguing Indian viewers are still accepting of diverse protagonists. He cites Amitabh Bachchan’s past Muslim roles to support his point. Santoshi warns of a decline in tolerance, stressing the importance of a filmmaker’s intent.
Sunny Deol has resumed filming for the cop thriller Antony, tackling intense car chase sequences with action director Ravi Verma. He began shooting on August 26 in Film City and is slated to finish by October. After Antony, Deol will tackle mythological roles in Ramayana: Part 2 and other projects.
The low‑budget film Hanuman Ansh has racked up about ₹42 crore, sparking hopes of a ₹100 crore run. Director Vishal Chaturvedi confirmed that a second part will explore Neeb Karori Baba’s life in Firozabad, Agra and Mathura. The movie’s ending hints at a trilogy, with production already underway for the next chapter.
