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Gulshan Devaiah says he derived inspiration from Mithun Chakraborty and Sanjay Dutt's movies which he watched as a teenager in the 1990s. Inspired by the misfits of the world, the '90s set comedy crime thriller series is directed by Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK. It follows the story of a lovestruck mechanic Paana Tipu (Rajkummar Rao), a reluctant heir to a ruling gang (Adarsh Gourav), an honest officer-turned-agent-of-chaos (Dulquer Salmaan), and a menacing killer 4-cut Atmaram.

Prince Harry's private talks with his sister-in-law Kate Middleton has taken an unexpected turn, as an insider has completely dismissed these speculations. There had been reports that the Duke of Sussex reportedly engages in late-night chats with Middleton, but it appears that even if he does so, it's only with Meghan's blessing, according to royal expert Kinsey Schofield. These reports had also stated that Middleton was showing her support by reaching out to Prince Harry during challenging times, advising him to stay positive and not let temporary setbacks, like his Spotify deal falling through, get him down. Speaking about these rumours, Schofield told GB News, “They have made it a point to distance themselves. Meanwhile, Harry is defiant and will insist that there aren’t any ‘difficulties.’ I personally don’t believe that Harry would speak to Catherine privately without Meghan’s blessing." Prince Harry's decision to step back from his senior royal role in 2020 has strained his relationships at the royal court, notably with Prince William and Middleton.

HBO television series Game of Thrones, passed away on Friday, August 11. He was only 36 years old. The cause of the death of Darren Kent has not been revealed by those close to him. However, it is known that the actor suffered from ailments such as osteoporosis, arthritis, and a rare skin affliction.

Manipur's Kuki-Zomi-Hmar-Zo community celebrated Independence Day by organizing an open-air screening of Bollywood blockbusters in Churachandpur. The ban was originally enacted by the outfit to hinder what they termed as «the process of Indianisation».

Akshay Kumar, the renowned actor, has taken a significant step towards cementing his ties with India. In a move that reflects his dedication to the nation, Akshay has officially become an Indian citizen, relinquishing his previous Canadian nationality. This decision was announced by Akshay on the 76th Independence Day through his social media platforms.

Rajinikanth's latest film 'Jailer' has hit it out of the park at the worldwide box-office. On the sixth day since its release on August 10, the movie has breached the Rs 400 crore-mark, globally, according to film trade analysts Manobala Vijayabalan and Ramesh Bala. 'Jailer' earned Rs 64.27 crore on Independence Day (Day 6), taking its worldwide total to Rs 416.19 crore.

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₹17.27 crore on Day 5 in India. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh said the film saw an exceptional jump on Independence Day and added that it's clash with Gadar 2 eroded its true potential. He further said the would have easily collected much more if it hadn't released alongside Gadar 2.

₹69 to ₹499 for one-time access. The film will be available for 30 days but must be viewed within a 48-hour window. The pay-per-view model continues to remain niche in India.

Apne. The movie starring Dharmendra, Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, was released in 2007.

Red, White & Royal Blue" has emerged as a global favorite, stealing hearts worldwide. This cinematic gem, adapted from the New York Times bestselling novel bearing the same title, intricately weaves the tale of Alex, the president's son, and Prince Henry of Britain. Amidst a backdrop of political tension, an unexpected yet fervent romance blossoms between the two protagonists.

₹33.00 crore in India across all languages. The movie achieved a notable 81.59% occupancy rate for its Tamil version on Tuesday, August 15, 2023.

Darren Kent, well-known for his memorable performance in the epic television series 'Game of Thrones', passed away at 39 last week on Friday (August 11). Kent's talent agency, Carey Dodd Associates, confirmed the news on X (formerly known as Twitter). The heartfelt statement read, «It is with deep sadness we have to tell you that our dear friend and client Darren Kent passed away peacefully on Friday.

Gadar 2 has stormed the Indian Box Office, leaving a trail of impressive collections in its wake. The film, released on August 11, has managed to captivate audiences across the nation, showcasing its undeniable box office prowess. The journey began on a remarkable note as Gadar 2 raked in an astounding ₹40.1 crore on its opening day.

Videos showing downed power lines apparently sparking some of the early blazes in the Maui wildfires have become key evidence in the search for a cause

TSG Entertainment, which helped co-finance hits including “Avatar: The Way of Water" and the “Deadpool" franchise for Twentieth Century Fox, is suing the studio and its parent company Disney for breach of contract. A suit filed Tuesday in Los Angeles Superior Court by TSG alleges that the Disney-owned movie studio intentionally withheld profits and cut sweetheart deals to boost its own streaming platforms Hulu and Disney+, as well as its stock price, at the expense of its partners.

Reliance Industries Ltd, has seen a 20% dip in viewership levels basis monthly active users after the IPL (Indian Premier League) peak in April and May, according to media and entertainment industry experts tracking the platform. However, the company points out that while services would normally expect a 70-80% drop once a tentpole property gets over, the platform has sustained much engagement thanks to the reality show Bigg Boss OTT which has performed on par with typical monthly viewership for a Hindi GEC (general entertainment channel) show, having recorded more than 100 million viewers over the season and 30 billion minutes of watch time. That said, the churn remains high and quality content low as the platform launches two to three new titles every week.

Indiana Jones enthusiasts will soon witness Harrison Ford's final portrayal as the archaeologist from their homes.Indiana Jones 5, also known as Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, secures its digital release date. Directed by James Mangold (known for Ford v Ferrari), it reaches US homes on August 29. No details are available about the UK digital release date yet. Accompanying the digital release are five featurettes revealing the movie's production process. This installment is the first since 2008's divisive Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, and James Mangold took the director's seat, replacing Steven Spielberg. The featurettes will delve into three primary settings of the new film: New York, Morocco, and Sicily. They'll offer insights into the prologue, featuring a digitally rejuvenated Indy, and the concluding scenes where the cast bids adieu to the cherished archaeologist. The movie, premiered in June, showcases Ford donning the iconic hat once again. Phoebe Waller-Bridge from Fleabag joins the cast as Indy's goddaughter Helena Shaw. Notable actors in Dial of Destiny include Antonio Banderas, Shaunette Renée Wilson, Toby Jones, Boyd Holbrook, Ethann Isidore, Mads Mikkelsen and Karen Allen. Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is currently showing in cinemas across the UK and the US.

Netflix has been receiving new animated and live-action Sony movies, which will continue throughout 2023 in the United States. In April 2021, Netflix and Sony made a significant agreement to bring Sony’s feature films to Netflix around 6 months after their theatrical release.Below is a list of recent Sony movies on Netflix and what's planned, including expected release dates.

Netflix Originals releasing in the Halloween month. The list includes some major movies and also web series in English as well as other languages such as French, Japanese and Hindi.

Xolo Mariduena quickly learned that he and his character in the latest DC Studios film 'Blue Beetle' have one big thing in common — they cannot hide anything from their families. The 'Cobra Kai' actor plays college graduate-turned-superhero Jaime Reyes, the first Latino superhero in a DC movie, who finds it impossible to keep his alter-ego a secret. «There's no hiding from mom and dad that I'm Blue Beetle. As a Latino, I know that there's no secrets in my family, so I felt it resonated with me and the fact that the superhero in this movie is really the family,» Mariduena told Reuters last month before film promotion was halted by the Screen Actors Guild strike. In the film, Jaime returns to his hometown of Palmera City after graduating from college and has his life turned upside down when he is chosen by a blue scarab from an alien planet to become the Blue Beetle. Jaime bonds with the scarab, which transforms into protective armor for him. He must ensure the scarab does not fall into the wrong hands while also trying to protect his family.