British star Tim Curry, best known for his role as Dr. Frank‑N‑Furter, passed away at his Los Angeles home. He was 80 and had been in a wheelchair since a 2012 stroke.
Maharashtra’s FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe issued show‑cause notices to Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff over a Vimal Elaichi ad that could be a surrogate tobacco promotion. The actors have not responded to the notices, and the regulator warned it will act against any violators. The FDA is also inspecting food businesses for compliance with advertising and safety rules.
Amazon Prime Video will launch the period drama ‘The Revolutionaries’ on September 11, starring Bhuvan Bam, Rohit Saraf, Pratibha Ranta and Gurfateh Pirzada. The series follows four young freedom fighters battling the British Raj in a story of courage and brotherhood. Bam confidently declares it will be the year’s best show, urging viewers to tune in with family and friends.
Rhiya Ahir gained fame after stopping a Mumbai police van during NEET protests, sparking a viral clip. She now contends for a spot on Bigg Boss 20, with fans voting between her and Love Gill. Critics accuse her of using activism for fame, prompting Ahir to clarify she is an actor and entrepreneur first.
Ram Gopal Varma posted on X that he was re‑watching Dhurandhar, sparking speculation that he was mocking Yash’s Toxic after its lukewarm reception. The Kannada film, delayed from March to August, had received mixed reviews, while Dhurandhar was praised. Social media users debated whether the timing of Varma’s tweet was a dig or just a coincidence.
Rohit Shetty publicly scolded contestants who refused a high‑rise stunt, telling them to leave the show if they won’t participate. The incident occurred during a promo featuring Harsh Gujral and Shagun Sharma, who cried and backed out. The show, filmed in Cape Town, premiered on August 1, 2026, on Colors TV and JioHotstar.
Waheeda Rehman will grace the opening night of the inaugural Indian Film Festival of New Zealand, where the 2024 event will span three cities and feature 30 screenings across 11 languages. The festival opens with the restored classic Teesri Kasam, starring Rehman and Raj Kapoor, and closes with Pakeezah, a 1972 icon also restored for New Zealand audiences.
Rubina Dilaik accused Asim Riaz of rudeness and abusive language on the set of Battleground, calling him a nuisance and highlighting his disrespect toward the creative team. She said the actor’s conduct hurt her and the crew, describing how he spoke to them with extreme badtameezi. Riaz, a former Bigg Boss 13 runner‑up, has not responded to the allegations.
Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has crossed the ₹100 crore milestone on its sixth day, becoming the third-fastest Malayalam film to do so. The movie, released on August 21, has earned ₹6.60 crore from 1,940 shows with an 80% occupancy rate by midday. Directed by Girish A.
Swiggy Dineout has rolled out a new service that lets moviegoers order food straight from their seats, starting with Cinepolis and Asian Cinemas. The process uses a QR code, a quick app menu, and delivery to the seat, cutting out lines. The move aims to boost cinema revenue and give fans a seamless, discount‑friendly experience.
