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30 Oct

Poonawalla vs Poonawalla: Tehseen’s wild-card entry makes ‘Rise & Fall 2’ the talk of the town as Bigg Boss 20 slips

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New Delhi [India], October 30: Political commentator Tehseen Poonawalla has emerged as the biggest talking point of Rise & Fall Season 2 after his wild-card entry into the Tower, where his brother Shehzad Poonawalla is already a contestant. Host Virender Sehwag set the stage with, “Aap ek Poonawalla ko jhel nahi paa rahe the, main do karne wala hoon.” Tehseen wasted no time, taking a dig at his brother: “Shehzad kabhi bhi chup nahi hota hai, mere aane se yeh silent ho gaya.” When told only one Poonawalla could win, he shot back, “Aur woh Poonawalla main hoon.” As a…

29 Oct

Bollywood Actor Kamlesh Sawant Takes On India’s English-Speaking Challenge in New MySivi Ad

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Kamlesh Sawant, the actor known for his roles in Drishyam, Bhoothnath Returns, and Force, is the face of a new ad film for MySivi, an AI English-speaking app. Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], October 29: The film follows Sawant as a tough police officer whose case has been transferred to Tamil Nadu. The development leaves him worried about having to speak English in court. Although he knows some English, he lacks the confidence to speak it fluently. He turns to Arya AI, MySivi’s AI English teacher, to practise speaking English. Watch the MySivi ad film featuring Kamlesh Sawant. “Our messaging to the…

28 Oct

Global Star Chiara King in Mumbai to Promote Her Upcoming Thriller, The Influencer Project, Inspired by True Events, Releasing on October 30

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 28: Chiara King, who has a massive following on platforms like TikTok and Instagram (1.4 mn+ followers) through relatable comedy videos, dating advice, and lifestyle content, has arrived in Mumbai to promote her upcoming horror-thriller, The Influencer Project, which is set to release on October 30, 2026. Directed by Mike Nybroe, the film promises a chilling take on online fame, obsession, and the dangers of living life in the public eye, with production ties to the team behind The Blair Witch Project. In the movie, Chiara King (she plays a fictionalized version of herself) travels to…

28 Oct

Beyond the Screen: STANFEST 2026 Brings Gaming, Technology and Entertainment Together

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India’s largest creator and gaming fest returns for its third edition, expecting 30,000+ attendees and 20+ brands, including Google, Sony PlayStation, Garnier, Noise, and ITC. Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 27: Bengaluru, October 27, 2026: As India’s Genenials (Gen Z and millennials) increasingly move beyond digital interactions towards real-world experiences, STAN, a leading social gaming and community engagement platform, is set to host the third edition of STANFEST, powered by Garnier, on October 31, 2026, at Presidency University, Bengaluru. Expected to bring together 30,000+ attendees, 1,500+ creators and 20+ brands, STANFEST reflects the growing convergence of gaming, entertainment, technology and social…

24 Oct

Tamil Film Dorothy Heads to Netflix in 5 Languages

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 24: A film does not always need a bigger opening weekend to find a larger audience. Sometimes, it needs a second opportunity—and fewer barriers between the story and the people who might connect with it. Karthik Subbaraj’s Tamil drama Dorothy arrived on Netflix on October 23, 2026, with audio options in five languages: Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi. Starring Keerthy Suresh, Sananth and Rishikanth, the film explores a world shaped by social prejudice and toxic masculinity, placing questions of identity, compassion and belonging at the centre of its narrative. Its digital release gives viewers who…

22 Oct

The Film Industry’s New Geography Is About Jobs, Not Glamour

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 22: Hollywood has spent decades selling the illusion that every important film begins and ends in California. The industry’s actual business, however, has become considerably less sentimental. When a studio decides where to shoot, it weighs tax incentives, crew availability, soundstage capacity, travel costs and the price of keeping a production running. A beautiful sunset is useful. A competitive budget is rather more persuasive. New York is strengthening its position as a production destination while California tries to bring more projects back home. The contest is not simply about which state can attract the next blockbuster.…

22 Oct

Netflix Is Winning India. Can It Keep 2026 Viewers Paying?

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 22: A streaming service can make a hit show, trend across social media, and attract thousands of new subscribers. The harder part comes later, when viewers finish the finale and wonder whether the next month’s subscription is worth keeping. Netflix appears to be navigating that challenge successfully in India. In the July–September 2026 quarter, its Indian business recorded 18% year-on-year revenue growth, while viewing hours increased by 24%. The company also reported its largest-ever quarterly increase in paid subscribers in the country. The figures suggest that local programming and more accessible subscription offers are helping Netflix…

21 Oct

Indian Cinema’s Rs 11,000 Crore Milestone Comes With A Catch

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 21: The Indian box office has crossed ₹11,000 crore in 2026, and the number tells a promising story. The more interesting question is who gets to share the spoils. Audiences are spending on theatrical cinema again, but their choices are increasingly shaped by the film itself, the experience it promises, and whether the ticket price feels justified. Celebrity power still matters. It simply no longer comes with an unconditional guarantee of success. According to the latest September 2026 box-office report, domestic gross collections for films released between January and September reached ₹11,000 crore, a 17% increase…

21 Oct

Netflix Cuts 1,000 Jobs As Streaming’s Growth Story Shifts

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 21: Netflix built its reputation by making entertainment easier to access. Now, the company faces a less glamorous challenge: convincing people that its service deserves their money, attention, and a permanent place in their monthly budgets. Its decision to eliminate approximately 1,000 jobs, or around 6% of its workforce, signals a significant organisational reset—even as the streaming giant continues to generate billions in revenue. The timing is striking. Netflix’s third-quarter 2026 results, published on October 20, show a business that remains financially formidable. The company reported revenue of $12.87 billion, up 11.8% year on year, and…

20 Oct

OTT’s New Battle: Winning India’s Time, Not Just 2026’s Screens

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 20: India’s entertainment industry has learnt an inconvenient truth: audiences do not run out of things to watch; they run out of patience deciding what deserves their time. This week, OTT streaming platforms are responding with a fresh slate of crime dramas, regional-language films, returning international series and mythology-led animation. The lineup offers choice, but it also exposes the increasingly difficult business of keeping viewers interested after the first trailer has done its job. The releases arriving between October 19 and 25, 2026, span Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and ZEE5. Among the most prominent are Nani’s…