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The Delhi High Court has stopped anyone from using Jackie Shroff's name or voice without his permission. The court granted a permanent order protecting his identity from being used for commercial gain, especially with AI and the metaverse. Jackie Shroff had sought protection, saying his name and nicknames like "Bhidu" were used without consent.
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The trailer for 'The End of Oak Street,' starring Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor, is out now. The film shows a family's survival after their street is ripped away. They must stick together to navigate "their now unrecognizable surroundings." It will be in cinemas and IMAX in India in August 2026.
Sara Ali Khan celebrated 3 years of Zara Hatke Zara Bachke. She thanked Vicky Kaushal and Laxman Utekar, saying, "Thank you for all the love." The film, about a couple faking a divorce for privacy, marked their first collaboration. Many fans loved their characters, Somu and Kappu.
Rhea Chakraborty spoke about her 27 days in jail after the Sushant Singh Rajput case. She said, "Trauma does not leave you." The ordeal affected her ability to write, and she hopes to help innocent women in jail. Many women there lacked legal help.
Actress Trisha Krishnan posted a cryptic message on Instagram, "The only nose I allow in my business...", amid romance rumours with Tamil Nadu CM Vijay. Many fans showed support, asking for privacy. The speculation grew after they visited Ajith Kumar's residence together and Trisha cheered at Vijay's oath-taking ceremony.
Rajinikanth's Thalaivar 173 has a new director, Ashwath Marimuthu. Earlier reports said Cibi Chakravarthy exited due to creative differences. Marimuthu, known for "Dragon" and "Oh My Kadavule," will now helm the project. The film, announced in January 2026, brings Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan together.
South Indian film fans have much to cheer as many big budget titles are set to release on OTT from June 2 to June 7, 2026. Films like KD The Devil and Patriot are arriving on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, JioHotstar, and ZEE5, offering a fresh mix of genres.
On her birthday, we look at six underrated Sonakshi Sinha films. Beyond Dabangg, she showed remarkable performances in films with stronger scripts. Lootera, considered her career-best, is a period romance. Ittefaq features a tight screenplay, while Akira sees her fight a criminal network. Khandaani Shafakhana and Noor touch on bolder subjects. Kalank offers a grand cinematic experience.
Madhuri Dixit recalled a confrontation scene with Aishwarya Rai in Devdas, saying, "Reminded me of Silsila." She noted it was her only day scene, contrasting her character's humility with Aishwarya's pride. Madhuri said the framing of one shot was like Silsila, featuring Jaya and Rekha.
Trisha Krishnan used a cryptic note, "The only nose I allow in my business," to address trolls targeting her over her rumoured relationship with Vijay. This came after reports of Vijay's alleged affair and their public appearances together, which fuelled speculation. Trisha will next be seen in Vishwambhara.
New composers Akshay and IP say their "Chunnari Chunnari" song is a "homage," not a remake. The revamped track for Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai sparked debate. They used original lyrics and sampling to introduce younger audiences to the 1999 hit, preserving its feeling with modern sounds.
Actor Ansiba Hassan lodged a second complaint against AMMA executive committee member Tini Tom for alleged communal and derogatory remarks. Hassan said, "I am still ready for a hearing provided an independent commission is constituted." This escalates the row within the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes, with Hassan seeking an impartial panel for her allegations.