US: Pop icon Britney Spears arrested in California on suspicion of driving under the influence
Mar 06, 2026, at 09:57 am
International pop icon Britney Spears has been arrested in California on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs, according to media reports.
Pawan Kalyan’s Ustaad Bhagat Singh advances release to March 19, set for clash with Dhurandhar 2
Mar 05, 2026, at 04:24 pm
Hyderabad/IBNS: The postponement of Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown Ups has prompted the early arrival of Ustaad Bhagat Singh starring Pawan Kalyan on the big screens.
Kriti Sanon turns heads in black lehenga at Vijay–Rashmika wedding reception
Mar 05, 2026, at 03:53 pm
Hyderabad/IBNS: Celebrity couple Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna’s wedding has sparked a buzz on social media over the past few days. The newlywed couple hosted a grand reception for their friends, colleagues and family in the city on Wednesday.
Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda dazzle in traditional looks at Hyderabad reception
Mar 05, 2026, at 12:43 am
Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda, who tied the knot in a grand Udaipur wedding on February 26, 2026, turned heads once again with their stunning appearances at their reception held at the Taj Krishna Hotel in Hyderabad.
Nick Jonas shares romantic Holi throwback with Priyanka Chopra
Mar 04, 2026, at 06:12 pm
Singer Nick Jonas shared a heartwarming throwback photo with his wife, actress Priyanka Chopra, as the couple celebrated Holi.
Evil Dead actor Bruce Campbell says his cancer is ‘treatable, not curable’ in emotional post
Mar 04, 2026, at 06:04 pm
Veteran actor Bruce Campbell, best known for his role in the Evil Dead franchise, has revealed that he has been diagnosed with cancer.
Mar 04, 2026, at 12:53 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Iran-born actress Mandana Karimi, who claimed her anti-Khamenei protests cost her work in India, has said she plans to move back to her home country following the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a US-Israel strike, according to media reports.
Middle East conflict forces delay of Yash’s Toxic; new release date announced
Mar 04, 2026, at 11:01 am
Fans of superstar Yash were eagerly counting down to the grand release of his much-anticipated action drama Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown Ups, which had already generated massive buzz with its gripping teaser and first single.
Aamir Khan, Hrithik Roshan step in to mediate after Ranveer Singh’s exit from Don 3
Mar 03, 2026, at 09:11 pm
Don 3 has become one of the most closely watched projects in Bollywood after reports emerged that Ranveer Singh has exited the film amid a dispute with the makers.
Yash and Kiara Advani turn up the heat in ‘Tabaahi’ from Toxic
Mar 03, 2026, at 03:51 pm
Bengaluru/IBNS: Tabaahi, the first single from Yash-starrer Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown Ups, has been unveiled by the makers, building fresh buzz around the much-anticipated action drama.
‘Enjoy in full volume’: Ram Charan ignites ‘Rai Rai Raa Raa’ from Peddi
Mar 03, 2026, at 01:08 pm
Hyderabad/IBNS: The much-awaited second single from Ram Charan’s upcoming film Peddi was unveiled by the makers on Monday, sending fans into a frenzy.
Newlyweds Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna begin married life by sharing 'simple meal' with fans
Mar 02, 2026, at 11:00 pm
Newlyweds Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are soaking in an outpouring of love from fans across India following their wedding on February 26.
Mar 02, 2026, at 01:45 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Iranian actress Elnaaz Norouzi has joined others in reacting to the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a joint United States–Israel strike on Tehran on Saturday.
Middle East Conflict: Bengali actress Subhashree Ganguly, son Yuvaan stranded in Dubai
Mar 01, 2026, at 09:14 pm
Bengali actress Subhashree Ganguly and her young son are currently stranded in Dubai amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East, following recent strikes on Iran by Israel and the United States.
Actor-politician Vijay's wife Sankgeetha files divorce petition, alleging mental cruelty
Feb 27, 2026, at 09:21 pm
Sankgeetha Sornalingam, wife of actor-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) founder Joseph Vijay Chandrasekar, has filed a petition seeking divorce at a jurisdictional family court in Chengalpattu district.
High court relief paves way for release of The Kerala Story 2
Feb 27, 2026, at 05:49 pm
A Division Bench of the Kerala High Court on Friday granted interim relief for the release of The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond, clearing the way for the film’s theatrical debut and providing relief to its makers.
Feb 27, 2026, at 03:23 pm
As spectacle and AI-driven visuals take centre stage, is storytelling being sidelined in films? Ranjita Biswas reflects on the growing dominance of technology over emotion in contemporary cinema as the magic of celluloid is yielding to visual excess
Feb 26, 2026, at 08:49 pm
Actors Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda tied the knot on on Thursday, celebrating their union with two traditional ceremonies that honoured both their roots.
‘Homosexuality isn’t an issue in Accused’: Konkona Sen Sharma on normalising queer love onscreen
Feb 26, 2026, at 06:04 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Actress Konkona Sen Sharma has spoken about the portrayal of homosexuality on screen in the context of her role in Netflix’s Accused.
Ram Charan announces release date of Peddi’s second single ‘Rai Rai Raa Raa’
Feb 26, 2026, at 05:23 pm
Hyderabad/IBNS: Actor Ram Charan on Thursday announced that ‘Rai Rai Raa Raa’, the second single from his upcoming Telugu film Peddi, will be released on March 2.
Producer opposes Kerala HC screening order for The Kerala Story 2, cites CBFC authority
Feb 25, 2026, at 09:52 pm
Amid mounting controversy surrounding the release of The Kerala Story 2, producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah has filed a counter-affidavit in the Kerala High Court, challenging its direction to hold a pre-release screening of the film.
Feb 25, 2026, at 04:12 pm
Kani Kusruti speaks about portraying a rape survivor and fight for justice in Anubhav Sinha’s Assi, revealing how she approaches emotionally demanding roles, adapts to different directorial styles, and consciously detaches from her characters once the camera stops rolling. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh brings excerpts of his conversation with the actor who plays a pivotal role - a school teacher who becomes the victim of a brutal abduction and gang rape inside a moving car — anchoring the film’s emotional and moral core.
Mayank Pawar dies at 37: Who was the Splitsvilla 7 star and fitness trainer?
Feb 25, 2026, at 04:00 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Indian reality TV personality, professional bodybuilder, and celebrity fitness trainer Mayank Pawar, who appeared in MTV Splitsvilla Season 7, died at the age of 37 on Tuesday, media reports said.
'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.