ENTERTAINMENT
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Aug- 2025 -26 August
Manish Malhotra says his production debut is born out of love, poetry and love in all forms
Manish Malhotra announced his debut production Gustaakh Ishq, Pehle Jaisa, releasing November 2025. Calling it a film of love and poetry, he also celebrated designing Beyoncé’s tour costumes as a global milestone. Mumbai: Celebrity fashion designer Manish Malhotra has been eternally in love with cinema since childhood. On Sunday, Manish took to his Instagram and shared a creative in which he spoke about his upcoming production, Gustaakh Ishq. The film marks his debut as a producer. He wrote: “Since childhood, I’ve lived with a deep ishq for cinema, the magic of the stories, the glow of the big screen and the emotions that stay long after the credits roll. That love has shaped who I am, and today it gives…
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26 August
Mithun Chakraborty reveals he had 65 films on the floor at one time
Mithun Chakraborty revealed he once managed 65 films at the same time, spoke about his record of 19 releases in a year, his new projects, and the controversy around The Bengal Files. Mumbai: Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty revealed that he had 65 films on the floor at one point in time. During an exclusive conversation with IANS, Mithun was asked about how many films he was doing annually back in the 80s and 90s. Shocking everyone, he replied: “You would be shocked to know that we had 65 films at a time on the floor. I hold a Limca Book of Records for having 19 films released in one year, so you can imagine the workload. I am 380 films…
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26 August
Beauty teaser offers a glimpse into an intimate family story
Beauty is a tender family drama exploring love, sacrifice, and resilience through the lens of a father–daughter bond, enriched with middle-class warmth, subtle humour, and heartfelt performances. Hyderabad: The teaser of Beauty, presented by Vanara Celluloid in collaboration with Zee Studios and Maruthi Team Product, introduces a tender drama built around love, family, and resilience. The film is slated for release in theatres on September 19. Directed by JSS Vardhan, known for Geetha Subramanyam and Hello World, the film features Ankith Koyya and Nilakhi Patra in lead roles. Producers Adidhala Vijayapal Reddy and Umesh Kumar Bansal bring the story to screen, with the screenplay penned by R V Subrahmanyam. The teaser gently sketches the world of a middle-class household. Everyday…
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26 August
Breaking the Paradha: Praveen Kandregula on beliefs, fear, and courage
Praveen Kandregula’s Paradha confronts blind faith and fear in a fictional village. Through Subbu’s struggle, the film questions tradition, power, and courage, metaphors, layered performances, and collaborative storytelling. Hyderabad: Some stories arrive and are etched long after the lights fade. Director Praveen Kandregula’s Paradha is one such film, rooted in the fictional village of Padathi, yet speaking to a wider truth about blind faith, control, and courage. Known for bringing fresh ideas to Telugu cinema with Cinema Bandi and Shubham, Praveen once again takes a daring leap, this time into the world of superstitions. In an exclusive conversation with Telangana Today, he opens up about how the story was born, why superstition continues to thrive in both rural and urban…
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24 August
Saiee Manjrekar: In no rush to fill my calendar just for the sake of being busy
Saiee Manjrekar, daughter of Mahesh Manjrekar, says she values passion-driven roles over staying busy. The actress, who debuted in Dabangg 3, prefers waiting for meaningful opportunities that challenge and inspire her. Mumbai: Actress Saiee Manjrekar, who began her acting journey at the age of 16, says that at 23 she is in no rush to fill her calendar “just for the sake of being busy” and wants to work only on projects she truly wants “to be a part of.” Saiee said: “I started working very young, and in these years, I’ve learned that choosing the right project is far more important than doing too many at once. I’m in no rush to fill my calendar just for the sake…
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24 August
Vijay Sethupathi, Nithya Menen-starrer ‘Thalaivan Thalaivii’ to stream from August 22
Vijay Sethupathi and Nithya Menen’s Thalaivan Thalaivii, directed by Pandiraj, streams on Prime Video from August 22. The romantic comedy explores love, marriage, and family clashes, with music by Santhosh Narayanan. Mumbai: Actors Vijay Sethupathi and Nithya Menen’s Thalaivan Thalaivii, directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Pandiraj, is all set to stream from August 22 on Prime Video. The romantic comedy blends love, humour, emotions, and the drama of real relationships in a heartwarming story that also features Yogi Babu and Kaali Venkat in supporting roles. Prime Video made the announcement on Instagram and shared the poster of the film featuring the two stars. “Get ready to fall in love with Aagasaveeran and Perarasi… twice #ThalaivanThalaiviiOnPrime, Aug 22.” Thalaivan Thalaivii unfolds…
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24 August
Nick Jonas says he pulls up a chair when Priyanka watches TV in bed
Nick Jonas revealed his “beige flag,” saying he uses the bed only for sleeping and avoids eating, reading, or TV on it. Instead, he pulls up a chair when Priyanka watches TV. Mumbai: American popstar Nick Jonas shared that he only uses his bed with wife Priyanka Chopra Jonas for one reason. In a clip for the TikTok show Are You Okay?, the musician revealed that reason. Nick was asked what his “beige flag” is. “I think beds are for sleeping only,” the This Is Heaven artist said, reports people.com. “I don’t sit on the bed, I don’t eat on the bed, I don’t read a book on the bed or watch TV… I can’t do it.” When the host…
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24 August
Jackie Shroff: Fill your home with plants, you’ll get cleaner air, happier vibes
Jackie Shroff, a self-proclaimed green crusader, urges people to gift plants instead of plastic, saying they bring cleaner air, peace, and joy. He also gears up for Hunter 2 and Welcome To The Jungle. Mumbai: Veteran Bollywood star Jackie Shroff, who calls himself a green crusader, has talked about how plants can help in giving a calmer mind and happier vibes. Talking about his take on the current climate crisis and how he thinks individuals can contribute in small but meaningful ways, Jackie told IANS:“Start gifting plants. Birthday, rakhi, new job, new home – skip the plastic and perishable stuff. Give something that grows… Give a child a seed, they’ll water it, watch it sprout, and that joy will stick…
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24 August
Chiranjeevi announces ‘Vishwambhara’ to release in summer 2026
Chiranjeevi announced that his socio-fantasy film ‘Vishwambhara’, directed by Vassishta and featuring Trisha Krishnan, Ashika Ranganath, and Kunal Kapoor, will release in summer 2026. The film promises stunning VFX and a grand cinematic spectacle under UV Creations. Chennai: Mega Star Chiranjeevi on Thursday announced that his long- awaited socio-fantasy entertainer ‘Vishwambhara’, directed by Vassishta, will certainly hit screens in the summer of 2026. In a video clip released by the film’s makers on a day before the Telugu star was to celebrate his birthday, Chiranjeevi said that a lot of people had doubts about why the film was getting delayed. Seeking to answer this question, Chiranjeevi said, “The entire second half of this film is dependent on VFX and graphics. The…
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24 August
Big B hails India’s Women’s Ice Hockey team for Asian Games bronze on ‘KBC’
Amitabh Bachchan met India’s Women’s Ice Hockey team on Kaun Banega Crorepati and celebrated their bronze medal win at the Asian Games. The superstar praised their perseverance, calling it the “most honoured moment” of his week. Mumbai: Megastar Amitabh Bachchan said that he had the “most honoured moment” in meeting India’s Women’s Ice Hockey Team on his quiz-based reality show “Kaun Banega Crorepati” and celebrated their bronze win at the Asian Games. Big B took to his blog, where he shared a picture posing with the Women’s Ice Hockey team on the sets of the show. Along with the pictures, he also wrote: “A revelation .. and honour .. and such a privilege ..Why .. ? Did any of you ever…
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