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CCI) has asked Reliance Industries and Walt Disney as to why their proposed $8.5-billion merger of media assets in the country should not be probed over antitrust concerns, people aware of the development said. This could potentially delay regulatory clearance for the deal that is set to create India’s largest entertainment player, but such notices don’t mean the deal would be automatically derailed, they said. If anything, such notices give the parties a chance to address the antitrust regulator’s concerns through adequate explanations, further commitments or actions, a regulatory official told ET.

Best 43-inch 4K TVs for an ultimate viewing experience: Top 8 picks for stunning visuals, advanced featuresGoogle TV is perfect for users who prioritise content discovery and personalisation. If you enjoy receiving tailored recommendations based on your viewing habits and prefer an interface that quickly connects you to your content, Google TV is the ideal choice. It's also an excellent option if you use multiple streaming services and desire a unified platform to access everything in one place.

Telugu OTT platform is gearing up to introduce another thrilling show to its audience. This new web series, titled Balu Gani Talkies, has already sparked interest with its captivating motion poster and the announcement of its premiere date. Balu Gani Talkies is slated to make its debut on September 13th. The motion poster, recently unveiled, features intriguing visuals paired with the tagline «Na maatini Sooseyandi malla...!!!» (Pay close attention to my words...). This brief teaser is crafted to give viewers a glimpse of the drama, suspense, and perhaps a touch of humor that the series promises to deliver. The series stars Shiva Rama Chandravarapu in the lead role and boasts a remarkable cast that includes Saranya Sharma, Raghu Kunchey, Sudhakar Reddy, Vamshi Nekkanti, Suresh Poojari, and Shekhar.

Donald Trump has gone popular on the internet and garnered a lot of attention. Many people have found resonance in the sign, which is prominently posted on a house, and it has inspired creativity and dialogue on social media, as per the reports of Yahoo entertainment.

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acting debut! Direction Anurag Kashyap recently unveiled the first-look poster of Sooraj Cherukat as Bheera in the forthcoming Malayalam film ‘Rifle Club’. Directed by Aashiq Abu, this movie marks Kashyap's debut in the Malayalam film industry. The poster showcases Sooraj sporting sunglasses while aiming a gun at someone. Anurag introduced Sooraj as Bheera, who will portray his son in the film. Earlier, Anurag announced the project with a video on Instagram, stating, «Excited to announce my first Malayalam film as an actor with @aashiqabu. Thrilled to be a part of this significant moment in Malayalam cinema. OPM Cinemas in collaboration with TRU Stories Entertainment. Produced by Aashiq Abu, co-produced by Vincent Vadakkan and Vishal Vincent Tony (sic).»

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America's Got Talent in 2013. Kurtz was known for his witty replies and funny reactions, which has helped him rock the stage many times until last day, when he met with a fatal accident in major hit and run incident, and passed away. He was 73.

telecom operators have fallen 12% to ₹1,335 crore for the fiscal ended March 31 from ₹1,516 crore in the previous fiscal, even as two of the three operators have shown a decline in content investments, as per the figures sourced from the annual reports of these companies. In the last few years, telecom operators have been heavily focused on acquiring content from TV broadcasters, besides partnering with streaming platforms, to build stickiness and drive data consumption. According to Jio Platforms' annual report, the company's content charges jumped 74% to ₹362 crore. Jio Platforms, the holding company of Reliance Jio Infocomm, also owns JioTV, India's largest live TV aggregation service.

Amit Goenka's petition challenging the Securities and Exchange Board of India's (Sebi) appointment of KPMG as a forensic auditor for Shirpur Gold Refinery Limited (SGRL) and its subsequent report on the firm. A division bench of Justice Rajesh Patil and AS Chandurkar stated that they are not inclined to entertain Goenka's plea due to an unjustifiable delay in challenging the Sebi communication dated September 13, 2021, and not challenging the subsequent interim order issued by the securities market regulator on April 25, 2023. On September 13, 2021, Sebi picked KPMG Assurance and Consulting Services as the forensic auditor for SGRL's financial accounts for the fiscal years 2018-2019 through 2020-2021.

The second season will have six episodes. «The Diplomat» season 2 will feature Keri Russell, Allison Janney, and Rufus Sewell. The filming for «The Diplomat» season 3 began in June this year. It is expected that «The Diplomat» season 3 will release in 2025, as per a report WhatsOnNeflix.

Disney is asking a Florida court to dismiss a lawsuit brought by the husband of a New York doctor who suffered a fatal allergic reaction after eating at a restaurant in Disney Springs

Blue Eye Samurai" season 2 on Netflix is happening after the anime show has been renewed for the second season. «Blue Eye Samurai» won six Annie Awards and three wins in Emmy juried categories, as per a report on WhatsOnNetflix. However, Netflix is yet to make any announcement regarding the release date of «Blue Eye Samurai» season 2. Japanese anime «Blue Eye Samurai» have recently made Netflix's global top 10 most-viewed lists. Japan's entertainment industry must «catch the wave» of global streaming hits like 'Shogun', according to one of the stars of new Amazon television show «Like A Dragon: Yakuza.»

Stree 2' had a strong start at the box office, with the film, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, crossing Rs 35 crore within two days of release. Prime Video holds the official OTT rights, but fans will need to wait to stream the movie online since it has just been released in theaters. Given the current excitement, it’s likely to have an extended stay in cinemas. Directed by Amar Kaushik, 'Stree 2' has garnered praise from both audiences and critics. Typically, films follow a four-week window from their theatrical release before becoming available online, so 'Stree 2' could potentially arrive on Prime Video around September 13-14. However, there hasn’t been an official announcement regarding its OTT release date yet.

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The Traitors Season 2, after clinching the TCA Awards for outstanding achievement in reality television and surpassing all other unscripted series in the United States in terms of viewership across all streaming platforms, renewed two forthcoming seasons at Peacock. This Emmy-winning competition series will also continue to have its outstanding host, Alan Cumming, in the new seasons as well. Alan Cumming, expressed how much fun he is having hosting «The Traitors,» where he can deliver these grandiose speeches and also add some improvisation into his interactions with the players, as quoted in a report by Variety.

Telecommunications firm Rogers Communications Inc. is abusing its market power following its blockbuster acquisition of Shaw Communications Inc., according to a complaint by a Canadian television company.

Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) has appointed three new leaders to oversee Hindi general entertainment and movie channels following the departure of Neeraj Vyas. Nachiket Pantvaidya, an industry veteran with a diverse career spanning multiple leading media companies, is now taking over as the Business Head of Sony Entertainment Television (SET), marking his third stint with SPNI. While he joins SET, he will also continue to manage his role as General Manager at Sony Pictures International Productions (SPIP).

It Starts With Us, are already underway. Director and star Justin Baldoni has recently addressed the potential direction of the sequel, suggesting that while he is open to the idea, he believes Blake Lively would be an ideal choice to take on the directorial role, as per a Coming Soon report.

The gaming industry has evolved significantly since the debut of Atari’s Arcade game, Pong, in the 1970s. Today, there are over 3.2 billion active gamers in the world, most of whom game at the comfort of their homes.