In a surprising twist, Homebound has been snubbed for a nomination in the Best International Feature Film category at the 2026 Oscars. The last Indian film to grace the Academy Awards nominations was Aamir Khan’s iconic Lagaan back in 2002. Produced by Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Adar Poonawalla under Dharma Productions, Homebound draws inspiration from a 2020 New York Times article by Basharat Peer. The film tells the poignant tale of two friends, Shoaib and Chandan, who navigate the challenges of their oppressed backgrounds amid a society riddled with systemic discrimination. Se

In a twist worthy of a Bollywood plot, veteran actor Nana Patekar made a dramatic exit from the trailer launch of Shahid Kapoor’s film O Romeo in Mumbai. Arriving fashionably early, Nana was ready to steal the spotlight, but after waiting over an hour for co-stars Shahid and Triptii Dimri, his patience apparently ran dry. As whispers filled the room, Nana’s team showed up, and with a flourish, he exited, leaving everyone buzzing. The incident quickly turned into the talk of the town, prompting filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj to address the situation from the stage. With a grin, Vishal remark

The Delhi High Court has served notice to Bollywood star Salman Khan regarding a legal issue involving his personality and publicity rights, following a petition from a China-based AI voice-generation company. Khan is required to respond within four weeks. This notice stems from a plea to overturn a prior interim order protecting Khan's personality rights, including his name, image, and voice. The next court session is set for February 27. The current notice addresses a challenge from the AI platform, which specializes in creating voice models, seeking to nullify the earlier order that

Bollywood actor Govinda’s wife, Sunita Ahuja, has once again sparked headlines after making candid and emotional remarks that hint at trouble in her marriage. In a recent interaction, Sunita suggested that the Bollywood actor may have been involved with a younger actor and even claimed he could be facing alleged blackmail. She stated firmly that if such claims were ever confirmed, forgiveness would not be an option for her. Adding another layer to the controversy, Sunita made a cryptic remark about a woman allegedly linked to Govinda, expressing her strong dislike for the name “Komal,” w

Stand-up star Zakir Khan has surprised fans with an emotional announcement that his current comedy tour may be his last for a while. While performing his popular special Papa Yaar in Hyderabad, the comedian revealed that he plans to step away from the stage for several years to focus on his health and personal well-being. In a video from the show that has since gone viral, Zakir spoke candidly to the audience, sharing that he intends to take a prolonged hiatus-possibly stretching into 2028, 2029, or even 2030. Calling the moment deeply personal, he thanked fans for standing by him and said t

Ever since the glittering Joy Awards lit up Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on January 17, Turkish star Hande Erçel has found herself unexpectedly dominating conversations in India. While the event celebrated global cinema and stardom, it was a social media misunderstanding involving Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan that truly set the internet buzzing. The drama began when a video from the awards night started circulating online. In the clip, Hande could be seen filming her close friend and fellow host Amina Khalil backstage. However, as Shah Rukh Khan appeared on stage, many viewers jumped to conclusio

Netflix has officially announced that its popular Punjabi police drama “Kohrra” is set to make a comeback, with season two premiering on February 11. Once again, the story is rooted in Punjab’s cold, brooding backdrop, where unspoken truths often speak louder than words. Actor Barun Sobti reprises his role as Assistant Sub-Inspector Amarpal Garundi, but this time, his journey takes a new turn. Created by Gunjit Chopra, Diggi Sisodia, and Sudip Sharma, Kohrra is backed by A Film Squad Production in collaboration with Act Three. The second season also signals a creative shift, with Sud

The long-rumoured tension within the Beckham family has taken a sharper turn after Brooklyn Beckham publicly addressed his strained relationship with parents David and Victoria Beckham. In a candid Instagram Story shared on Monday, Brooklyn made it clear that reconciliation is not on the table. After nearly three years of distance, marked by social media unfollows and persistent media speculation, Brooklyn said he could no longer stay quiet. He accused his parents of repeatedly shaping public narratives about his life and claimed their actions deeply affected his marriage to Nicola Peltz. I

Bollywood actor Akshaye Khanna is enjoying success after his recent film Dhurandhar. His role as Rehman Dakait was loved by audiences, and many felt he even stole the spotlight from Ranveer Singh. Fans have been waiting to know if he will be seen again in the sequel, and reports suggest the answer is yes. According to an entertainment magazine, Dhurandhar 2 is already being worked on. Akshaye Khanna is expected to return for a short one-week shoot. This will help show more of his character’s past and add depth to his role. In Dhurandhar, Akshaye played a Pakistani gangster. His short danc