Actor Lakshya is set to collaborate with director Prosit Roy on a new film that combines romance with psychological drama. The project is currently in the development stage and is expected to commence filming in December 2026. The film is targeting a 2027 release and will star Lakshya in the lead role.
Cocktail 2, a new romantic drama, follows a complicated love triangle involving Kunal, Diya, and Ally. Don't Say Good Luck, a heartwarming drama, tells the story of a teenager's journey to balance her family crisis with her passion for theatre. Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata, a survival thriller, is set against the backdrop of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks.
Vishal's directorial debut film Magudam has opened in theaters on August 14, 2026. The film, which marks Vishal's first outing as a director, has received mixed early audience reactions. The film's performance at the box office will be determined after its opening weekend.
Awarapan 2, a crime thriller starring Emraan Hashmi, has opened to packed houses 19 years after the original film. The sequel, directed by Nitin Kakkar, blends nostalgia with modern production values. The film's plot follows Emraan Hashmi's character, Shivam, as he tries to rescue a baby from a child trafficking operation.
Ajay Devgn and his mother Veena Devgn have rented a 7,803 sq ft bungalow in Mumbai's Juhu for a starting monthly rent of Rs 16 lakh. The lease tenure spans 60 months, with the rent escalating by 5% each year. The cumulative rental value over the full term is estimated at approximately Rs 10.61 crore.
Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn has leased out his 7,802.75 sq ft bungalow in Mumbai's Juhu for five years, with the total rent estimated at ₹10.61 crore. The monthly rent is ₹16 lakh in the first year, increasing by 5% annually. The bungalow was purchased by Ajay Devgn for ₹47.5 crore in 2020.
Thudakkam, a Malayalam thriller directed by Jude Anthany Joseph, has seen a significant drop in its box office collection on Day 7. The film, starring Vismaya Mohanlal and Mohanlal, recorded an estimated India net collection of ₹0.80 crore on its seventh day. This decline marks the lowest reported daily collection for the film during its opening week.
Rani Mukerji has been conferred an Honorary Doctor of Letters by La Trobe University, making her the second Indian film personality to receive an honorary doctorate from the Australian university. This recognition comes in honour of Mukerji’s nearly three decades in Indian cinema, as well as her contribution to humanitarian work. The actress has consistently used her platform to highlight narrativ…
Kannada actor Yash recently spoke about the 2018 box office clash between his film KGF: Chapter 1 and Shah Rukh Khan's Zero, where KGF outperformed Zero at the box office. Yash expressed his humility and respect for SRK, stating that he never felt bigger than his seniors despite KGF's success. This response has won praise from fans, who appreciate Yash's down-to-earth attitude.
Rishab Shetty won the Best Director award for Kantara at the 17th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2026. Rekha was honoured with the Excellence in Cinema award, while Rani Mukerji received a special recognition for completing 30 years in the industry. The festival celebrated diversity and inclusion in storytelling, recognising voices and stories from different communities and experiences.
