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Keerthy Suresh is currently in Mumbai following the release of her Bollywood debut film, 'Baby John' which hit theatres earlier this week. A celebrated name in Tamil and Telugu cinema, Keerthy is now making her presence felt among Hindi-speaking audiences. However, her recent encounter with the paparazzi in Mumbai took an unexpected turn, prompting her to address an awkward situation.

Sajid Nadiadwala's production house announced the postponement through social media, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the reveal. Now, the much-anticipated teaser has finally been released and Salman Khan fans are ecstatic.

Sorgavaasal and Mura to the action-packed I am Kathalan and the intriguing indie film Rahasyam Idham Jagath, there's something exciting for the audience. Fans of regional content can enjoy Telugu hits like Unstoppable with NBK and The Rana Daggubati Show, while Tamil audiences have Nirangal Moondru to look forward to. For a lighter take, Vere Level Office offers laughter and corporate satire.

All We Imagine as Light" is set to release digitally on Disney+ Hotstar from January 3, 2025, the streaming platform announced Friday. The widely-loved film had a limited theatrical release in September in India. «Baahubali» star Rana Daggubati had acquired the exclusive rights to distribute the Malayalam-Hindi film in India.

Downton Abbey: A New Era hit the big screen, and fans are eagerly waiting for the third installment, set for release in 2025. ALSO READ: Donald Trump turns DJ at family's Christmas celebration. Video shows his famous dance moves

Netflix's "Squid Game", but those simulated deaths have a different effect on its creator, writer and director. Instead, Hwang Dong-hyuk feels happiness seeing them go.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. All films are made during the edit, but rarely is this as evident as with Imtiaz Ali’s Amar Singh Chamkila. Editor Aarti Bajaj’s work is key is to its feverish energy, turning this biopic of Punjabi folk singer Chamkila (played by Diljit Dosanjh) into an incendiary collage.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Looking for an online serial to binge-watch in the run-up to 2025? Viewers with a literary bent need look no further than One Hundred Years of Solitude, the Netflix version of Gabriel García Márquez’s 1967 novel directed by Alex García López Laura Mora. Those with even a casual interest in finance, high or low, might be better rewarded by watching Industry.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. New Delhi: Bollywood couldn’t have been more conspicuous by its absence in movie theatres this year, with nearly the full April-June quarter going by without any big releases. The industry was hit hard by the Lok Sabha elections and IPL (Indian Premier League) between April and May, and just a handful of titles attracted audiences to the theatres.

The Home Alone franchise has become a quintessential part of the festive season, with its slapstick humor, endearing characters, and Kevin McCallister's iconic scream becoming synonymous with Christmas cheer. Released in November 1990, Home Alone became an instant hit, ranking as the second-highest-grossing film of the year. Its sequel, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992), also became a fan favorite. Decades later, the holiday classic and its sequel still remain popular, but behind-the-scenes tragedies have affected some actors. Several “Home Alone” cast members have experienced hardships, prompting some to call the film “cursed.”

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Niche American dramas and small-scale Hollywood films such as Tom Hanks-starrer Here and Michael Keaton’s comedy Goodrich have seen reasonable box-office success in India, buoyed by premium pricing, despite the noise around steep ticket prices deterring footfalls at theatres.

Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor recently alerted his fans about a concerning online scam involving someone impersonating his manager. The actor took to social media to issue a warning about fraudulent activities being carried out in his name. This scam involved a fake account that had been reaching out to individuals, pretending to offer opportunities to connect with Arjun Kapoor directly. The impersonator used the actor’s name to appear credible, tricking unsuspecting fans into sharing personal information or clicking on malicious links.

Wamiqa Gabbi has been making waves recently, not only for her stellar performance in Baby John but also for her undeniable beauty, particularly her captivating eyes. Her graceful appearance and charm have drawn comparisons to none other than Aishwarya Rai, the former Miss World of 1994 and a global icon of beauty.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Several Hindi films starring popular actors have made little progress since their announcement, and continue to remain in cold storage, as producers struggle to find OTT buyers and are unsure of what will work at the box office.

Justin Baldoni is currently being sued by his former publicist in the ongoing Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively scandal. The owner of the public relations company Jonesworks, Steph Jones, has accused Baldoni of breaking their agreement, which called for him to give her $25,000 a month, according to Variety.

Christmas in a unique way this year, which is by streaming holiday films.

Kiccha Sudeep in the lead role, has finally arrived in theatres across the country. Its release, timed perfectly with the Christmas festivities, has added to the excitement surrounding the film. Directed by Vijay Karthikeyaa, the movie features an impressive ensemble cast, with Varalaxmi Sarathkumar taking on the female lead role. Samyukta Hornad and Sukrutha Wagle are joining her, alongside seasoned actors such as Sunil, Sharath Lohithaswa, and Aadukalam Naren, delivering strong performances.

Varun Dhawan’s Baby John hit the theatres on December 25. The Twitter reviews are out as fans flock to the cinema halls to catch the action thriller on the silver screens. Movie critic, Taran Adarsh has called the film, “Mass Masala” and gave it a three-and-a-half star rating. One Twitter user hailed Varun Dhawan’s performance while for many, it was Salman Khan’s cameo that stole the show for them. A Twitter user shared their excitement about Salman Khan's cameo in Baby John, praising it as a masterclass in how to do a star-studded appearance. They enthusiastically mentioned that Bollywood should take notes emphasizing that it was totally worth the money. The user even stated that they came to the movie solely to witness Salman Khan's performance, highlighting how impactful and entertaining his cameo was.