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Jul- 2025 -26 July
Jenna Ortega talks about feeling ‘incredibly misunderstood’
Actress Jenna Ortega says she feels “incredibly misunderstood” due to fame, and that public recognition sometimes feels “horrific.” In a candid interview, she opened up about dealing with assumptions, privacy issues, and how director Tim Burton helped her build confidence. Los Angeles: Hollywood star Jenna Ortega says she feels “incredibly misunderstood” due to other people forming perceptions of her due to the fame she has attained. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, Ortega said: “I think that’s part of my struggle with that side of the job, because you feel incredibly misunderstood. It’s almost to a point where it feels like your name doesn’t belong to you. I almost don’t even resonate with it anymore.” She said that she hates assumptions, “and…
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26 July
Kamal Haasan praises Fahadh Faasil’s Maareesan for its wit and social depth
Kamal Haasan praised Maareesan, calling it a witty yet socially conscious film that left him impressed. Starring Fahadh Faasil and Vadivelu, the film explores a unique emotional journey and moral dilemma. Chennai: Actor and politician Kamal Haasan has lauded director Sudeesh Shankar’s eagerly awaited travel thriller Maareesan, featuring Fahadh Faasil and Vadivelu in the lead. He said the film, which dances effortlessly between wit and depth, left him “laughing, thinking, and admiring its craft”. Taking to his X timeline to pen his thoughts on the film after watching it, Kamal Haasan wrote, “Watched Maareesan – a film that dances effortlessly between wit and depth, leaving me laughing, thinking, and admiring its craft. Had a wonderful conversation with the team to…
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25 July
Shah Rukh Khan is brilliant at improvisation: Anupam Kher
Veteran actor Anupam Kher revealed that Shah Rukh Khan improvised the cult line “O Pochi, O Koka…” in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. Calling SRK “brilliant at improvisation,” Kher said the scene paid tribute to his own father. Mumbai: Remember the iconic line “O Pochi, O Koka, O Bobi, O Lola” from the 1995 blockbuster Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge? Veteran actor Anupam Kher revealed that the line was improvised on the spot by Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, whom he said is “brilliant at improvisation.” Talking about playing a cool dad in films such as Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein, Anupam told IANS: “The cool dad (portrayal) is my tribute to my father. My father was exactly…
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25 July
Jaafar Jackson’s Michael to hit screens in April 2026
Michael Jackson’s biopic Michael, starring his nephew Jaafar Jackson and directed by Antoine Fuqua, is set for worldwide release on April 24, 2026, after reshoots delayed its original 2025 release. Los Angeles: The biopic based on the life of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, titled Michael, will now release worldwide on April 24, 2026. The film was earlier scheduled to release in October 2025. Antoine Fuqua directs the film, with John Logan as screenwriter and Jaafar Jackson starring as his late uncle. Graham King, an Oscar winner for The Departed, produces, reports Variety.com. “Michael explores the global superstar’s journey to become known to the world as the King of Pop, presenting an intimate look at the life and enduring legacy…
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25 July
Vijay Antony’s crime thriller set for OTT streaming; Deets inside
Maargan is a crime thriller about a serious investigation led by Vijay Antony. As the case unfolds, many hidden secrets come out. The film is emotional, intense, and has strong performances. Hyderabad: Vijay Antony’s recent crime thriller, Maargan, directed by Leo John Paul, has completed its theatrical journey after hitting screens on June 27. While the film opened to mixed reviews, it sparked conversations for its intense narrative and Antony’s performance, both as the lead actor and music composer. The film also features a lineup including Ajay Dhishan, Samuthirakani, Brigida, Deepshikha, and Mahanathi Shankar, ‘Maargan’ explored dark themes and investigative drama with a gritty tone. Despite divided opinions, many appreciated the film’s mood, score, and performances. Now, as Vijay gears…
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25 July
Anurag Kashyap backs debut film ‘Songs of Forgotten Trees’ set for Venice premiere
Anurag Kashyap joins Songs of Forgotten Trees as presenter, supporting debutant Anuparna Roy’s film exploring two migrant women’s bond in Mumbai. The film will premiere at the Venice Film Festival. New Delhi: Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has joined Songs of Forgotten Trees as presenter, lending his support to the film which is set to be screened at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival. Directed by debutant Anuparna Roy, the film is the only Indian title to have its world premiere at the prestigious film gala, which will run this year from August 27 to September 6 at Venice Lido in Italy. Songs of Forgotten Trees, which follows the evolving relationship between two migrant women in Mumbai, will be showcased in the Orizzonti…
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24 July
Heavy police deployment at Sandhya theatre for Pawan Kalyan’s film screening
Following a deadly stampede during the premiere of Pushpa 2, which led to the death of a woman and critical illness of her child, the Chikkadpally police deployed tight security at Sandhya Theatre for the screening of Pawan Kalyan’s Hari Hara Veera Mallu. Hyderabad: The Chikkadpally police tightened security at Sandhya theatre in view of the screening of the Pawan Kalyan starrer “’Hari Hara Veera Mallu” movie. Around 80 policemen under the supervision of an ACP-rank officer were deployed at the theatre located at RTC cross roads to prevent any untoward incident. A woman had died and her child developed a terminal illness after getting trapped in a stampede during the premiere show of Pushpa 2, starring Allu Arjun. Subsequently, the Chikkadpally police had arrested…
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24 July
Boney remembers Sridevi with unseen throwback image
Boney Kapoor shared a heartfelt throwback photo of late wife Sridevi from before their marriage. Recalling her charm and smile, he also reminisced about Raj Kapoor’s wish to cast her, highlighting the timeless legacy she left behind. Mumbai: Filmmaker Boney Kapoor posted a throwback picture of his late wife and star Sridevi from before they got married. Boney took to Instagram, where he shared a monochrome picture of Sridevi, where she is seen resting her head on the back of a chair and looking at the lens with a beautiful smile. For the caption, Boney wrote: “Watching meeeee and smiling, this was before we got married.” For the unversed, Boney and Sridevi fell in love on the sets of the 1987…
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24 July
Madhavan wishes Suriya a half century more of extraordinary life
R Madhavan wished his “dear brother” Suriya a heartfelt 50th birthday on Instagram, celebrating his successful film career and announcing Madhavan’s recent and upcoming releases. Mumbai: As star Suriya turned 50 on Wednesday, actor R. Madhavan wished his “dear brother,” saying: “Have another half century of even more extraordinary life.” Madhavan took to his Instagram Stories, sharing a picture of Suriya with his actress wife, Jyotika. Alongside the image, he wrote: “Wish you a very, very happy birthday, my dear brother. Have another half century of even more extraordinary life @actorsuriya.” Suriya has received numerous accolades, including two National Film Awards and five Tamil Nadu State Film Awards. He has featured six times in Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list. He made his…
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24 July
‘Ronth’ Review: A promising idea which deserves a better landing
Ronth is a Malayalam thriller that follows a senior cop and a rookie constable during a tense night patrol. While the film sets up a gripping mood and strong performances, the story feels rushed and ends too suddenly, leaving little emotional impact. Hyderabad: Ronth, which hit JoiHotstar on July 22, brings a unique one-night police patrol concept to the screen but leaves you wanting more. Directed and written by Shahi Kabir, the film sets up an intense premise but struggles to maintain that edge throughout its runtime. Set over the course of a single night, the story revolves around Sub-Inspector Yohannan (played by Dileesh Pothan) and a young constable Dinanath (Roshan Mathew) as they navigate the city streets, facing not…
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