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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Box-office collection for movies released across the four southern languages—Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam—in 2024 is likely to be 10-15% higher than last year's ₹5,110 crore, trade experts said. With hits like Manjummel Boys, Aadujeevitham-The Goat Life, Premalu, Aavesham, Vashangalkku Shesham and Brahmyugam, Malayalam cinema witnessed an extraordinary year, with gross collections of ₹743 crore between January and June alone, higher than total collections for calendar years 2022 and 2023.

Rahasyam Idham Jagath explores quantum physics and Indian mythology, while Vere Level Office offers a light-hearted corporate sitcom. Zebra promises a high-stakes thriller for action enthusiasts, and Leela Vinodam delivers a touching tale of unspoken love. Here’s a roundup of the must-watch titles hitting your favourite streaming platforms this month.

Theenmar Mallanna has filed a police complaint against Telugu cinema star Allu Arjun, alleging that the actor's latest film, 'Pushpa 2: The Rise', disrespects the police force, according to NDTV. The complaint, registered at the Medipalli police station, also implicates the movie's director, Sukumar, and its producers.

Chrystia Freeland, now a member of the Liberal backbench, is the pick of several of her backbench peers to succeed Justin Trudeau as leader and as prime minister of Canada.But her popularity is not universal, some MPs have told Global News.In fact, some of Trudeau’s ministers resent the method and timing of her departure, a sharply worded resignation letter that dropped hours before Freeland was to table her government’s Fall Economic Statement a week ago.“Chrystia Freeland’s actions are deeply disappointing,” said Brampton, Ont., Liberal MP Kamal Khera who is also the minister of diversity, inclusion and persons with disabilities.“At a time when unity is critical, her decision to undermine the Prime Minister and this government is reckless and self-serving.”As a member of the Ontario Liberal caucus, Khera and several other ministers were present for a virtual meeting of that caucus Saturday. Some Liberal MPs who participated in that meeting said that that there was “strong consensus” or a “clear consensus” that Trudeau step down as leader.But, in a statement to Global News, Khera defended Trudeau.“The PM has led us through three elections, a pandemic, and countless challenges with a vision Canadians trust.

These high-performing stocks that rallied more than 10% during the session included, 52 Weeks Entertainment(14.36%), Fmec International Financial(13.89%), Indokem Ltd(13.79%), Amber Enterprises(12.68%), Star Cement(11.18%), Ventura Text(11.15%), Maris Spinners(10.62%), Prag Bosimi Syn(10.14%), PVV Infra(10.00%) and Ishaan Infrastru(10.00%).

Governor-General’s XI gears up to take on England in a 50-over match at North Sydney Oval on January 9, 2025. The match, a long-standing tradition, will feature a mix of Australian stars and rising talents, showcasing the depth of women’s cricket in the country. The squad, named by Cricket Australia's National Selection Panel in collaboration with Governor-General Her Excellency the Honourable Sam Mostyn AC, includes Sydney Sixers legend Alyssa Healy, who is making her return from a knee injury.

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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Top billionaire investor and D-Mart promoter Radhakishan Damani opposed the candidate for chairmanship proposed by British American Tobacco (BAT for its Indian unit VST Industries Ltd, leading to his rejection at a shareholder vote, according to voting disclosures and an executive privy to the development. Opposition from Damani, who owns nearly a third of India's third largest cigarette maker, marks a rare episode of opposition from the investor who holds more than 1% shares in 11 publicly listed companies.

Revanth Reddy slammed ‘Pushpa 2’ star Allu Arjun for being “inhuman” to the family of Revathi, the victim of the stampede at Sandhya Theatre, another politician has chastised the superstar. Congress MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy criticized Allu Arjun, accusing the actor of “forgetting humanity.” Reacting to Allu Arjun’s recent press conference, Reddy claimed the actor appeared to be reading scripted notes, suggesting he was acting off-screen as well.

Allu Arjun has strongly refuted allegations made against him following a stampede at a theater during the release of his film. In a statement, he described the accusations as “humiliating” and a form of “character assassination.” The controversy erupted after Telangana Congress leader and Chief Minister Revanth Reddy criticised the actor, accusing him of causing chaos by turning up at the theater. According to Reddy, Allu Arjun's presence at the venue triggered a stampede-like situation, which led to crowding and safety concerns. However, Allu Arjun clarified that his actions were not as dramatic as the allegations suggested. He explained that he did not organize a roadshow or procession, as claimed by Reddy. «I just waved to my fans and went inside the theatre,» the actor said, emphasising that his intentions were never to cause any trouble.

The off-spinner did not disappoint his captain, who opted to bowl first after winning the toss. Hosts Zimbabwe were reduced to 120/9 in 28 0overs. Ghazanfar bowled a brilliant spell of 10-0-33-5. This is his second fifer in just 11 ODI matches. Afghanistan lead the three match ODI series 1-0 after the first match was washed out.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK), held annually in Thiruvananthapuram, concluded this week. Though the full programme only arrived days before the festival’s start, it was a stellar lineup of films from the state, the rest of India and around the world.

PVR INOX has reportedly removed Pushpa 2 from its theatres following an argument. Film industry tracker Manobala Vijayabalan yesterday in a post on X claimed, «Pushpa 2 was removed from all PVR INOX chains in North India from tomorrow». However, later he said that the issue has now been resolved and that shows are 'opening slowly one by one'.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. New Delhi: The consumer affairs ministry is developing a Repairability Index for consumer durables on the lines of star-rating system used for evaluating the energy efficiency of electrical appliances, Union minister for consumer affairs, food and public distribution Pralhad Joshi said.

Athos Salome, a 36-year-old Brazilian parapsychologist widely known as the “Living Nostradamus,” has gained attention for his unsettling predictions about future global crises. In a recent interview with The Daily Star, Salome issued a dire warning about an impending World War III, one that he claims will be fought not on traditional battlefields but through technology and global systems collapse. Salome, who previously predicted major events like the COVID-19 pandemic, Elon Musk’s acquisition of Twitter (now rebranded as X), and the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, believes humanity is on the verge of a pivotal shift in modern warfare. He predicts that by the end of 2024, signs of this unconventional conflict will emerge, marked by a “technological war.” “This is not just a war of men but of machines,” Salome told The Daily Star. His forecast highlights the increasing reliance on advanced technologies in conflicts and suggests a significant transformation in how nations confront each other during times of war.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. It isn’t often that an Indian athlete prevails over a Chinese competitor, but that happened last week in Singapore. Eighteen-year-old Indian grandmaster Dommaraju Gukesh became the youngest-ever undisputed world chess champion by defeating 32-year-old Ding Liren of China in the final game of a 14-game championship.

Pope Francis' future at the Vatican is now in fate's hands, after poor donation levels are becoming a huge headache for the global headquarters of the Catholic Church, latest reports have found. Retired staffs and existing fraternity of the Vatican are now feeling the jolt of this fund crunch at the Catholic Church's supreme headquarters, which is even extending to a level where their livelihood now hangs in the balance.