Mamitha Baiju Reacts to Controversy over Casting Non-Tamil Actor in Kara: ‘Entirely the Makers’ Decision’
Mamitha Baiju, a Malayalam actress, has been cast in the Tamil action drama *Kara*, sparking debate over non‑Tamil actors playing regional roles. Director Vignesh Raja defended the decision, saying she outperformed 20‑25 auditionees and was chosen on merit. Baiju responded by emphasizing her commitment to versatility and convincing Tamil audiences of her authenticity. *Kara* is slated for a worldwide release on April 30, alongside Dhanush and a strong supporting cast.
After Hours of Uncertainty, B Unnikrishnan Withdraws Resignation as FEFKA General Secretary
Director B Unnikrishnan announced his resignation as FEFKA general secretary on April 24, prompting an emergency council meeting in Kochi. After intense deliberations, he withdrew the resignation and will remain in the role with a trimmed set of responsibilities. Unnikrishnan used the...
Samay Raina’s Still Alive Becomes Most-Watched Comedy Special on YouTube with 53.78 Million Views
Comedian Samay Raina’s stand‑up special *Still Alive* hit 53.78 million views on YouTube within two weeks, making it the platform’s most‑watched comedy special worldwide. The special revisits the fallout from last year’s *India’s Got Latent* controversy that temporarily sidelined several digital...
Karan Wahi Reveals How a Tulsi Mala, Doing Naam Jaap, and Leaving Non-Veg Food Made Him Calmer
Indian actor Karan Wahi disclosed that wearing a tulsi mala, practicing daily naam jaap chanting, and adopting a vegetarian diet have markedly calmed his temperament and improved his skin health. He shared these changes on the Abraa Kaa Dabra Show,...
Mohanlal-Mammootty’s Patriot Asked to Change Villain’s Name Resembling Politician’s Son? Producer Clarifies
Director Mahesh Narayanan’s upcoming Malayalam thriller Patriot marks the first on‑screen reunion of legends Mohanlal and Mammootty in 17 years, alongside a star‑studded ensemble that includes Nayanthara and Fahadh Faasil. Rumors circulated that the Central Board of Film Certification had...
Khatron Ke Khiladi 15: Jasmine Bhasin, Mr Faisu, Karan Wahi Approached for Rohit Shetty’s Show
Rohit Shetty’s stunt‑based reality series Khatron Ke Khiladi returns for its 15th season after a year‑long hiatus, with filming slated for late May. The upcoming season will feature 14‑15 participants, blending four former contestants—Nia Sharma, Jasmine Bhasin, Mr Faisu and Karan Wahi—with a slate...
‘I Saw Her From Outside’: Mumtaz Recalls Last Visit to Asha Bhosle, Singer Died 10 Minutes Later
Legendary Indian playback singer Asha Bhosle died at 92 on April 12, 2026, after a brief hospitalization for exhaustion and a chest infection. Her funeral on April 13 featured full state honours and drew Bollywood heavyweights such as Aamir Khan and Ranveer Singh....
David Dhawan on AI in Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Teaser, Directing Son Varun: ‘It Was Presentable’
David Dhawan clarified that no artificial intelligence was used in the upcoming film *Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai*, despite a teaser that featured AI‑generated talking babies. He emphasized that he directs his son Varun Dhawan like any other actor,...
Fahadh Faasil Was Paid Rs 4 Lakh, 1.6% of Film’s Budget, for 22 Female Kottayam that Changed His Career
Fahadh Faasil was paid roughly $4.9 k (₹4 lakh), just 1.6% of the ₹2.5 crore budget for the 2012 thriller *22 Female Kottayam*. The film doubled its budget, earning about $634 k (₹5.2 crore) at the box office and propelled Faasil from a critically panned debut to a...
Not a Fixed Salary: The ‘30 Paise per Rupee’ Deal that Makes Allu Arjun One of India’s Highest-Paid Actors
Allu Arjun’s compensation is based on a 30 paise‑per‑rupee revenue‑share, meaning he receives 30 % of a film’s gross. Using that model he pocketed roughly Rs 522 crore (about $63 million) from Pushpa 2, which earned Rs 1,742 crore ($210 million) worldwide, and about Rs 105 crore ($12.7 million) from the first...
While Jana Nayagan Remained in Limbo, Tamil Cinema Found Its Real Winners Elsewhere in Q1 of 2026
Jana Nayagan, starring Vijay, was pulled from its Jan 9 release after a CBFC referral and a series of court interventions, ultimately leaking online in April without ever reaching theatres. The void left by the high‑profile film was filled by modest‑budget...
How Chiranjeevi’s Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu Carried Telugu Cinema Through the First Quarter of 2026
Telugu cinema’s Q1 2026 was dominated by Chiranjeevi’s *Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu*, which netted over ₹300 crore (≈ $36 million) in India, becoming his biggest hit. The opening week also saw Prabhas’ *The Raja Saab* flop despite a ₹100 crore (≈ $12 million) opening, and a...
Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6 Winner LIVE Updates: Tanvi Kolte Lifts Trophy, Takes Home Rs 15 Lakh
Tanvi Kolte emerged as the winner of Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6, hosted by Riteish Deshmukh, taking home a ₹15 lakh cash prize (≈$18,000), an electric scooter and a ₹10 lakh jewellery voucher (≈$12,000). Runner‑up Raqesh Bapat delivered an emotional farewell but received...
Bheja Fry Stars Rajat Kapoor, Vinay Pathak, Ranvir Shorey Got only Rs 25,000 Each; Film Made Rs 11 Cr
The 2007 comedy Bheja Fry, made on a shoestring budget of about ₹1.5 crore (~$180k), earned roughly ₹11.8 crore (~$1.42 million) worldwide. Its three leads—Rajat Kapoor, Vin Pathak and Ranvir Shorey—were each paid only ₹25,000 (≈$300) for the 22‑day shoot. The film’s unexpected sleeper‑hit...
Glory Trailer: Divyenndu, Pulkit Samrat Seek Revenge in This Netflix Sports Drama
Netflix’s new Indian series *Glory* stars Divyenndu and Pulkit Samrat in a revenge‑driven sports‑crime drama centered on boxing and Olympic ambition. The trailer reveals a fractured family returning to their hometown to avenge an assault on their sister while a...