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'Maestro in Blue' stars celebrate Greek pride at BAFTA after-party

Feb 25, 2026, at 12:06 pm

London/IBNS: Greek actors Klelia Andriolatou and Christopher Papakaliatis showcased their nation on the global stage at the 79th BAFTA Awards in London on Sunday.

Big B returns to action! Amitabh Bachchan begins shooting Kalki sequel in Hyderabad

Feb 24, 2026, at 01:48 pm

Hyderabad/IBNS: Acting legend Amitabh Bachchan has begun shooting for the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD in Hyderabad, the veteran actor revealed in his personal blog.

'I follow my heart, my films speak to the audience': Anubhav Sinha on Assi

Feb 24, 2026, at 10:27 am

From casting Taapsee Pannu to the risks of portraying sexual assault on screen, filmmaker Anubhav Sinha reflects on audience readiness, the creative freedom OTT offers, and how AI could reshape storytelling—all while staying true to films that connect with the heart while promoting his new film Assi. IBNS-TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh brings excerpts of his conversation with Sinha...

Ranveer Singh moves Karnataka HC to quash FIR over alleged Kantara 2 Daiva gesture

Feb 23, 2026, at 09:41 pm

Actor Ranveer Singh has approached the Karnataka High Court seeking to quash a first information report (FIR) registered against him in Bengaluru for allegedly insulting religious sentiments by depicting Daiva traditions during a public performance.

'Namaskar..': Alia Bhatt adds Indian flavour to her BAFTA presentation, draws cheers

Feb 23, 2026, at 04:13 pm

London/IBNS: Bollywood star Alia Bhatt impressed audiences as one of the presenters at the 79th British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Awards, held at the Royal Festival Hall in London.

‘We pray for peace in Manipur’: Boong director Lakshmipriya Devi after film’s historic BAFTA triumph

Feb 23, 2026, at 12:36 pm

London/IBNS: Director Lakshmipriya Devi’s Manipuri film Boong scripted history on the global stage by winning the Best Children’s & Family Film award at the 79th British Academy Film and Television Awards (BAFTA) in London on Sunday.

India shines at BAFTA! All you need to know about Manipuri film Boong that stunned global cinema

Feb 23, 2026, at 12:02 pm

London/IBNS: In a historic moment for Indian cinema, Manipuri-language film Boong on Sunday won the Best Children’s & Family Film award at the 2026 BAFTA Awards in London.

From siblings to lovers! GoT co-stars Sophie Turner, Kit Harington turn awkward during kissing scene in The Dreadful

Feb 21, 2026, at 05:08 pm

Moving on from their beloved sibling dynamic in Game of Thrones, Sophie Turner and Kit Harington reunite onscreen as a romantic couple in the horror film Dreadful, which released on February 20.

Legends reunite! Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan starrer KHxRK promo unveiled with retro swagger

Feb 21, 2026, at 03:51 pm

The promo of the much-anticipated film featuring Tamil cinema icons Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan was unveiled on Saturday, sparking massive excitement among fans.

‘Felt restricted in Hindi films’: Priyanka Chopra reveals why she moved abroad

Feb 21, 2026, at 03:21 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Global star Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who moved to the West at the peak of her Hindi film career, has carved out a distinct identity in Hollywood over the past 12 years.

‘I am secure enough to support another character’: Taapsee Pannu on Assi and owning her space

Feb 21, 2026, at 10:57 am

As Assi releases, Taapsee Pannu opens up about playing a public prosecutor with emotional depth, collaborating again with Anubhav Sinha, and why she is secure enough to support another character while still leaving a lasting impact. The actor also reflects on realism in courtroom dramas, evolving cinema trends, and her belief in choosing meaningful roles over screen time. IBNS-TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh catches up with Taapsee in Kolkata for a candid interview...

McSteamy forever! Grey’s Anatomy star Eric Dane dies at 53, months after revealing ALS diagnosis

Feb 20, 2026, at 03:06 pm

Eric Dane, best known for his roles in Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria, has died at the age of 53, less than a year after publicly revealing his diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Yash unleashes raw fury in ‘Toxic’ teaser — fans call it a blockbuster already!

Feb 20, 2026, at 12:53 pm

Hyderabad/IBNS: The teaser of Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown Ups, starring Yash, was unveiled by the makers on Friday.

Out on interim bail, Rajpal Yadav urges film fraternity to offer him roles

Feb 18, 2026, at 09:09 pm

Actor Rajpal Yadav, who was released from Tihar Jail on Tuesday, 12 days after surrendering in connection with a Rs 9 crore cheque bounce and loan default case, has requested work. 

Alia Bhatt to present at 79th BAFTA Awards; to join Cillian Murphy, Kate Hudson, among others

Feb 17, 2026, at 10:54 pm

Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt is set to present an award at the 79th edition of the BAFTA Awards, the British Academy announced on Tuesday.

Feb 26 wedding? Viral invite sparks buzz around Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna

Feb 16, 2026, at 11:07 pm

A wedding invitation allegedly belonging to actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna has gone viral on social media, sparking fresh speculation about a possible celebrity wedding in 2026.

'Remarkable young woman': Kangana Ranaut roots for Dhurandhar actor Sara Arjun

Feb 16, 2026, at 09:41 pm

Actor Sara Arjun, who is gearing up for the release of her film Dhurandhar: The Revenge, received praise from Kangana Ranaut after the latter visited the Isha Foundation on Maha Shivratri.

Ye to perform in India next month, check out the venue

Feb 16, 2026, at 05:40 pm

Internationally famed rapper Kanye West, now known as Ye, has confirmed he will be visiting India next month to perform in the South Asian country for the first time.

Harvard India Conference: Shashi Tharoor praises Priyanka Chopra for making country proud, actress responds 

Feb 16, 2026, at 10:25 am

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor met Indian actress Priyanka Chopra at the annual Harvard India Conference, when he praised her for making the country proud.

Dhanush in legal trouble: Producer demands ₹20 crore over abandoned film project

Feb 14, 2026, at 05:59 pm

Hyderabad/IBNS: Tamil superstar Dhanush has landed in legal trouble after a production house issued a legal notice accusing him of causing prolonged delays in a film project pending since 2016, media reports said.

YouTuber finds Dhurandhar's pirated copies being sold in Pakistan for just Rs 16

Feb 13, 2026, at 04:06 pm

YouTuber Karl Rock, based in India, recently posted a video on social media where he showed pirated copies of Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar, which is banned in Pakistan, being sold in Karachi's Rainbow Centre.

O'Romeo thrives on silence and unsaid emotions: Shahid Kapoor; Triptii Dimri calls it a dream come true

Feb 13, 2026, at 11:31 am

Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri open up about collaborating with filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj in O'Romeo, discussing its intense romantic world, emotionally layered performances, and the challenges of portraying love, transformation and unspoken desire. The film releases on February 13, on the eve of Valentine’s Day. IBNS-TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh notes their thoughts from the promotional trail.

Ram Charan returns to sets: new Peddi shoot sparks excitement among fans!

Feb 12, 2026, at 05:57 pm

Hyderabad/IBNS: The latest shooting schedule for the upcoming Telugu film Peddi, starring Ram Charan, commenced in Hyderabad on Thursday, according to 123Telugu.com.

Catherine O’Hara’s cause of death revealed; Schitt’s Creek star died of pulmonary embolism

Feb 12, 2026, at 05:03 pm

Los Angeles/IBNS: Beloved Canadian-American actress Catherine O’Hara died from a pulmonary embolism, according to official records released in the U.S, BBC reported.

Taapsee Pannu on her hat-trick collaboration with Anubhav Sinha: ‘His films are dramatically real’

Feb 12, 2026, at 12:12 pm

Taapsee Pannu and Anubhav Sinha have established themselves as one of the most lethal actor-director duos in Hindi cinema, delivering hard-hitting films like Mulk and Thappad.

Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn, other industry figures offer support to Rajpal Yadav after he surrenders in jail

Feb 11, 2026, at 10:36 pm

Several prominent figures from the Hindi film industry, including Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn, have come forward to support actor Rajpal Yadav after he surrendered at Tihar Jail on February 5 in connection with a decade-old Rs 9-crore cheque bounce case.

Ranveer Singh receives ransom threat; security tightened outside the actor’s Mumbai home

Feb 10, 2026, at 08:25 pm

Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh has received a threatening WhatsApp voice note demanding crores of rupees in ransom, the Mumbai Police has said.

Poster of Bengali film ‘Phonibabu Viral’ unveiled, explores social media’s grip on everyday life

Feb 10, 2026, at 04:33 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: The official poster of the upcoming Bengali film Phonibabu Viral was unveiled on social media on Monday.

‘Beginning of another chapter’: Virgin River trailer tracks Mel and Jack’s new journey; series arrives on March 12

Feb 10, 2026, at 12:00 pm

The seventh season of Netflix web series Virgin River will navigate Mel and Jack’s marital journey and their path to adoption, as revealed in the trailer unveiled by the makers on Monday.

Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment seeks Rs. 40 crore in damages from Ranveer Singh over ‘Don 3’ exit: Report

Feb 09, 2026, at 11:35 pm

Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Entertainment has reportedly demanded Rs. 40 crore in damages from actor Ranveer Singh following his alleged exit from the much-anticipated film Don 3 in December last year.