Monday, June 22
The Madras High Court has temporarily halted the 'Jana Nayagan' certification. This decision means Thalapathy Vijay's film will not release for Pongal. The court questioned the urgency of the appeal and the opportunity given to the CBFC. A further hearing is scheduled for January 21. The film's release is now uncertain.
Actress Kavya Madhavan is enjoying a family vacation in Australia, sharing glimpses of her trip with fans. She was seen exploring the cityscape in a stylish denim outfit and indulging in a seafood boil with her daughter and nieces. Madhavan, a prominent figure in Malayalam cinema, has a career spanning decades, with 'Meesha Madhavan' being a significant blockbuster.
Speculation surrounding Kartik Aaryan's rumoured relationship with UK-based student Karina Kubiliute intensified after fans noticed shared beach locations and hotel stays in Goa. Despite Karina's denial, reports suggest they were at the same hotel, though in separate rooms, fueling further online investigation into her background.
Shanaya Kapoor and Adarsh Gourav's survival thriller Tu Yaa Main teaser is out, showing their collab turning deadly against a crocodile. Directed by Bejoy Nambiar, it blends romance and thrills for youth. Produced by Colour Yellow and Bhanushali Studios, releases February 13, 2026. Shanaya's IG post amps hype: "Love. Terror. ����"
Veteran playback singer Suresh Wadkar has revisited an intriguing and long-rumoured chapter from his life, involving actress Madhuri Dixit. Speaking at the Sahitya Aaj Tak 2025 stage, Wadkar candidly opened up about reports claiming that Madhuri’s family had once approached him with a marriage proposal during the early phase of her career.
Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar continues its historic run at the box office, rewriting record books with every passing week. Since its release on December 5, the Aditya Dhar directorial has become the highest-grossing Indian film of all time in a single language. The spy thriller has collected over Rs 831 crore nett in India and has crossed Rs 1220 crore globally.
Prabhas's new film 'The Raja Saab' has arrived in cinemas. The movie stars Sanjay Dutt and Malavika Mohanan. Early audience reactions are divided. However, advance ticket sales were robust. The film has already earned over Rs 50 crore globally from pre-sales. This marks an impressive opening for the romantic horror-comedy.
South Indian cinema is witnessing a powerful shift, moving beyond male-dominated narratives to celebrate female protagonists. Films like 'Rudhramadevi', 'Mahanati', and the record-breaking 'Lokah: Chapter 1- Chandra' showcase women as heroes and architects of their own destinies. This evolution highlights diverse storytelling and the commercial viability of women-led projects, reflecting broader cultural changes.
During a vibrant discussion at the INCA event, filmmaker Rohit Shetty pointed out that language barriers are thwarting Indian cinema's potential to captivate the country's diverse audience. He famously proclaimed, 'It’s one nation, one cinema, and one celebration,' urging the industry to come together.
