AR Ameen, son of music composer AR Rahman, sustained minor injuries in a road accident in Chennai. The accident occurred when a driver in another vehicle moved forward despite a red signal, causing a minor collision. Ameen's sister Khatija Rahman thanked everyone for their prayers and requested that news outlets verify details with the family.
Bollywood actors Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani have been named brand ambassadors for Pepperfry. The company has introduced a new brand philosophy focused on personal style and self-expression. Pepperfry's new campaign aims to highlight how consumers use their homes to reflect their personality, aspirations, and lifestyle.
Ram Gopal Varma is making a return to the realm of the underbelly of Mumbai with his next movie, Police Company. The film is inspired by the fight against organised crime by the Mumbai police force and will focus on a special squad that took on the gangs. Harshvardhan Rane has been chosen to portray Daya Nayak, one of the squad's best-known members.
Wamiqa Gabbi has been signed on for the upcoming pan-India mythological epic Jai Hanuman. The film is a sequel to Prasanth Varma's 2024 blockbuster Hanu-Man and stars Rishab Shetty as Lord Hanuman. Jai Hanuman is set to expand the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU) with other films including Mahakali and Adhira.
Fahadh Faasil and Sara Palekar performed at the song launch of their upcoming film Don't Trouble The Trouble at St Teresa's College in Kochi. The event was attended by the film's team and nearly 4,000 students. The film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release in September.
Anne Hathaway responded to trolls who called her pregnancy 'fake' with a cheeky Instagram post. The actress, who is expecting her third child at 43, showed off her baby bump in a halter top and low-rise jeans at the premiere of The End of Oak Street. Hathaway has been open about her pregnancy journey, calling maternity fashion 'really really fun' and saying she's 'enjoying every moment'.
The Odyssey will share IMAX shows with The End Of Oak Street from August 14. Both films are expected to record strong collections on August 11 due to the Tuesday ticket offer. The Odyssey's IMAX shows have also come under the discounted Tuesday pricing for the first time.
Akhil NRD is a popular content creator and actor who rose to fame on social media platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. He has gained a massive following with his comedy videos, lifestyle content, and vlogs. Akhil has also ventured into acting, appearing in Malayalam films like Ashakal Aayiram and Maharaja Hostel.
Guru Randhawa has partnered with the Sikh Aid Foundation to build 35 permanent, flood-proof homes in Assam. The singer has donated ₹7 lakh towards the initiative. This news comes at a time when Guru is facing backlash over his latest track, Fine Shyt.
Tamil actor Chiyaan Vikram is facing a wildlife probe after a video featuring him hugging a Lar Gibbon went viral. The video sparked controversy over the legality of the exotic animal being in India. The Tamil Nadu Forest Department is investigating the case, examining the animal's history.
