'It's not just South Cinema': Nithya Menen on Janhvi Kapoor objectification row over 'Peddi'
Jun 09, 2026, at 02:54 pm
Hyderabad/IBNS: Actor Nithya Menen has strongly defended the South Indian film industry amid the backlash over the alleged objectification of Janhvi Kapoor in Peddi.
Ram Charan's 'Peddi' nears ₹250 crore worldwide! Can it overcome Monday's sharp box office dip?
Jun 09, 2026, at 01:51 pm
Hyderabad/IBNS: Ram Charan-starrer Peddi continued its strong run at the box office, dominating its opening weekend and posting impressive collection figures across domestic and international markets, though the film witnessed a notable drop in earnings on Monday.
Christopher Nolan pushes limits again — Matt Damon calls The Odyssey his toughest shoot ever
Jun 07, 2026, at 11:25 pm
Hollywood actor Matt Damon has described his upcoming film The Odyssey as the most challenging project of his career.
Srijit Mukherji brings Sarat Chandra's greatest battle to life; pre-teaser of Pujo 2026 epic out
Jun 06, 2026, at 04:31 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The makers have unveiled the pre-teaser of Emperor Vs Sarat Chandra in a first glimpse of what promises to be one of the most anticipated Bengali films of Pujo 2026.
Masks off! Hoichoi unveils star-studded cast of The Eken: Kerala-e Kurukshetra
Jun 06, 2026, at 04:15 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Hoichoi Studios on Friday unveiled the cast of The Eken: Kerala-e Kurukshetra through an immersive and theatrical reveal event that brought together mystery, culture and intrigue in true Eken style.
Janhvi Kapoor's Peddi role sparks 'objectification' debate; director issues apology, edits scenes
Jun 06, 2026, at 12:47 pm
Hyderabad/IBNS: The debate over the objectification of female actors in Indian cinema has resurfaced after the makers of Telugu film Peddi faced criticism over the portrayal of actor Janhvi Kapoor.
From blackout to screening: Late Anik Dutta's 'respect restored' as Aparajito finally reaches Nandan
Jun 06, 2026, at 12:23 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Maestro Satyajit Ray completed his debut masterpiece Pather Panchali in 1955 with financial support from the West Bengal government led by then Chief Minister Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy.
Jun 05, 2026, at 11:13 pm
Bullet, the microdrama app, has announced the launch of Kit Boy to Cricket King, Kannada's first-ever sports microdrama series.
Jun 04, 2026, at 05:41 pm
Hyderabad/IBNS: Ram Charan starrer Peddi received one of its loudest cheers from his wife Upasana Konidela, who was seen enthusiastically supporting the film during its theatrical premiere.
Former CBFC chief Pahlaj Nihalani, face of India's censorship debate, dies at 76
Jun 04, 2026, at 01:46 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Veteran film producer and former Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) chairman Pahlaj Nihalani passed away on Thursday due to liver cirrhosis, media reports said. He was 76.
Aamir Khan to marry Gauri Spratt in intimate ceremony: SRK, Salman Khan on guest list
Jun 03, 2026, at 04:26 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actor Aamir Khan is reportedly set to marry his girlfriend Gauri Spratt in an intimate ceremony attended by family members and close friends.
FWICE backs down! Ranveer Singh's non-cooperation notice withdrawn after legal move
Jun 03, 2026, at 04:05 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has withdrawn its non-cooperation directive against Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh, bringing an end to a controversy that erupted following his exit from Farhan Akhtar's upcoming film Don 3, media reports said.
Off Campus star Mika Abdalla splits from fiancé Jake Short: Report
Jun 02, 2026, at 03:02 pm
Los Angeles/IBNS: As actor Mika Abdalla shot to overnight fame following the success of Off Campus, curiosity about her personal life has also surged among fans.
IShowSpeed’s World Cup song goes viral — Fans demand it replace official FIFA anthem
Jun 02, 2026, at 02:27 pm
YouTuber IShowSpeed has released his latest track celebrating the excitement surrounding the upcoming FIFA World Cup, and the song has gone viral within just 24 hours, with fans calling for it to be made the official tournament anthem.
Wedding bells! Dua Lipa marries Callum Turner in intimate London ceremony
Jun 01, 2026, at 12:48 pm
Los Angeles/IBNS: Three-time Grammy Award-winning singer Dua Lipa has tied the knot with British actor Callum Turner, media reports said.
Voice that defined an era silenced: Singer Suman Kalyanpur dies at 89
Jun 01, 2026, at 12:37 am
Veteran singer Suman Kalyanpur, renowned for her soulful voice and distinguished playback singing career, passed away on Sunday due to age-related health complications. She was 89.
Off Campus fans, brace yourselves! Mika Abdalla and Stephen Kalyn reunite for a steamy new romance
May 30, 2026, at 03:26 pm
Los Angeles/IBNS: Off Campus stars Mika Abdalla and Stephen Kalyn, whose sizzling chemistry in the hit web series won over fans worldwide, are set to reunite for a new three-episode audio romance titled Rent Free.
Varun Dhawan moves Delhi High Court to protect personality rights
May 29, 2026, at 11:39 pm
Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan has approached the Delhi High Court seeking legal protection of his personality and publicity rights, amid rising concerns over the misuse of celebrity identity through AI-generated content.
From Garrett-Hannah to Dean-Allie: Off Campus romance heads into Season 2
May 29, 2026, at 03:40 pm
Los Angeles/IBNS: The second season of Prime Video’s romance drama series Off Campus will centre around the relationship between Allie Hayes and Dean Di Laurentis, the makers announced after the strong response to the debut season.
‘Did she convert to Islam?’: Ankita Lokhande trolled over hijab look in Abu Dhabi
May 29, 2026, at 12:34 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Popular television actor Ankita Lokhande has sparked controversy on social media after wearing a hijab during her vacation in Abu Dhabi.
May 29, 2026, at 11:52 am
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar triggered massive speculation online after unfollowing several of his closest industry friends on Instagram, including Shah Rukh Khan, Alia Bhatt, Ananya Panday, and designer Manish Malhotra.
May 28, 2026, at 04:39 pm
Los Angeles/IBNS: Prime Video’s new OTT series Off Campus, an American college romance drama based on Elle Kennedy’s bestselling novels, has created a storm online, largely due to its college romance vibes and the chemistry between its lead pair.
‘A void that can never truly be filled’: Anik Dutta’s ‘Bijoya’ Saayoni Ghosh mourns filmmaker
May 28, 2026, at 01:12 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Actor and Trinamool Congress MP Saayoni Ghosh, who played the onscreen wife of maestro Satyajit Ray in Aparajito, mourned the death of filmmaker Anik Dutta, who died after falling from the terrace of his south Kolkata residence under mysterious circumstances.
‘Society judges women for no reason’: Triptii Dimri on the powerful message of ‘Maa Behen’
May 28, 2026, at 11:00 am
Triptii Dimri opens up about sharing screen space with Madhuri Dixit and Ravi Kishan in Netflix film Maa Behen, the unforgettable atmosphere on set, and why the film became one of the most special projects of her career. From playing Antakshari with Madhuri during breaks to reflecting on society’s harsh judgments towards women, Triptii offers an emotional and candid glimpse into the film's making and message during the promotional activities. Directed by Suresh Triveni, the film premieres exclusively on Netflix on June 4, 2026. IBNS-TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh brings excerpts.
'No one responsible': Handwritten note found after Bengali filmmaker Anik Dutta's mysterious death
May 28, 2026, at 12:10 am
A handwritten note was recovered from the residence of Anik Dutta after the Bengali filmmaker died on Wednesday following a fall from the terrace of his south Kolkata home, news channel TV9 Bangla reported.
Ayushmann Khurrana’s ‘Pati Patni Aur Woh Do’ nears ₹50 cr, recovers most of budget
May 27, 2026, at 08:47 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Pati Patni Aur Woh Do continued its run at the box office with a collection of Rs. 1.72 crore on Day 12, taking its total India net earnings to Rs. 45.47 crore.
May 27, 2026, at 03:04 pm
Bengali film director Anik Dutta died on Wednesday after falling from the roof of his residence located in Gariahat area in south Kolkata, media reports said.
May 27, 2026, at 01:29 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bobby Deol has had the best time shooting for YRF’s Alpha, an origin story of an assassin raised and built to kill, which is headlined by Alia Bhatt and also stars Sharvari.
‘My safe option for humour’: Imtiaz Ali clarifies ‘good girl image’ remark on Deepika Padukone
May 26, 2026, at 12:54 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood filmmaker Imtiaz Ali has issued a clarification to Deepika Padukone after anticipating that his remarks about the actor in a recent interview could be misconstrued.
Masked and guarded: Ranveer Singh makes first public appearance after Don 3 fallout
May 26, 2026, at 10:39 am
Mumbai/IBNS: Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh concealed his face with a mask while opting for a traditional outfit in his first public appearance since a non-cooperation directive issued against him by film body Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE).