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Kerala HC wants to see The Kerala Story 2 after discovering that the teaser and trailer misrepresent the state.
The Kerala High Court on Tuesday (February 24, 2026) requested that the movie be shown to it on Wednesday, claiming that the teaser and trailer for The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond "wrongly portrays" the people of Kerala. Since Kerala is mentioned in the title by the filmmakers, who claim that the film tells a pan-Indian story, the concerns of the people of the State cannot be disregarded. Tensions within the community could result from this," it stated."You don't think the Court ought to see the film. "You want the question of whether this petition is a private or public litigation to be resolved," the court said. The Court made the observation during the hearing of three petitions from people who wanted to prevent the film's release and have the Central Board of Film Certification's (CBFC) certificate revoked because they believed the movie stigmatized and misrepresented Kerala, which could cause tensions and discord among communities. The Court noted that the petitioners' concerns seemed prima facie justified because the movie was being projected as "inspired by true events" and prominently carried the name of the state in its title, even though the sequels' plot had no real connection to Kerala. The Court then expressed its inclination to watch the film during the morning hearing. Therefore, it requested that the producer and the CBFC's legal representatives obtain guidance regarding the best time to screen the film for the Court. Additionally, the movie producers' attorney stated that the screening may go.
Published 03 Mar 2026 09:20 AM
Lekin, I never believed in oiling before.Behind her shiny hair, Chitrangada Singh reveals a secret combination.
On the podcast Let's Talk for Namitaa, Chitrangada Singh recently talked about her hair care regimen and credited oiling for improving the quality of her hair. "I never used to believe in oiling, lekin bahut farak padta, oiling is very, very important," she said. The quality of your hair has improved since I started using rosemary, pepper mint, almond oil, and teen cheezon ko mix karke mujhe diya hai kisni.IndianExpress.com contacted Dr. Bhawuk Dhir, Consultant Dermatology, PSRI Hospital, to verify the actor's claim. He concurred that oiling has advantages, "but with realistic expectations."According to Dr. Dhir, "regular hair oiling can be scientifically effective, but its impact varies from person to person." He explains that oils don't directly promote the growth of new hair by activating biological growth pathways. The main functions of oils are as protecting and emollients. They protect the hair shaft from friction and environmental harm, prevent breakage, lessen dryness, and seal in moisture," he says. During oil application, a light scalp massage may also promote improved blood circulation. Dr. Dhir continues, "The evidence is stronger for improved texture and reduced damage rather than dramatic hair growth, even though this creates a healthier scalp environment."
Published 24 Feb 2026 05:56 PM
The price of lodging at ITC Mementos, the location of Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda's wedding
NDTV has revealed that Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda have selected ITC Mementos as the location for their wedding, which is scheduled for February 26, 2026. The home is tucked away in the Aravalli highlands, 25 kilometers from Udaipur. Mementos by ITC Hotels Ekaaya is a perfect destination wedding location since it provides an opulent getaway from the congested lakes and forts of Udaipur. This is where a fairytale becomes a reality, with verdant hills in the background, blue skies overhead, and a festive atmosphere.In order to give fans a preview of the festivities, paparazzi accounts started sharing the first images of the wedding location on Instagram after the announcement. The couple has selected the lavish Mementos by ITC Hotels, Ekaaya Udaipur, as the setting for their private celebrations, according to those reports.For their wedding, Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda have selected a gorgeous boutique home nestled in the Aravalli hills, away from the bustle of Udaipur. The tranquil retreat, which is surrounded by expansive nature, provides visitors with a variety of tastefully furnished rooms and apartments.
Published 23 Feb 2026 06:00 PM
One Battle After Another wins in the BAFTA film awards in the United Kingdom.
One Battle is a dark comedy. After Another has won six BAFTA awards, including best film and best director for Paul Thomas Anderson, and has swept the top film honors in the United Kingdom. The movie won the top honors at the gala on Sunday night, defeating both the vampire thriller Sinners and the Shakespearean family tragedy Hamnet.The UK awards, formally known as the EE BAFTA Film Awards, frequently offer clues about the winners of Hollywood's Academy Awards, which take place on March 15 this year. In addition to winning accolades for directing, adapted screenplay, cinematography, and editing, One Battle After Another, an explosive picture about a gang of revolutionaries engaged in a violent fight with the state, also earned praise for Sean Penn's supporting role as an obsessive military officer. As he accepted the directing award, Anderson remarked, "This is very overwhelming and wonderful." In the film, the director used Nina Simone's statement, "I know what freedom is: It's no fear." "Let's continue creating without fear. It's a smart idea.With a record 16 Oscar nominations, Sinners took home the best original score, best supporting actress award for Wunmi Mosaku, and best original screenplay for writer and director Ryan Coogler. Hamnet took home two prizes, including best British film, while the gothic horror tale Frankenstein took home three. One of the strongest candidates for BAFTA's best director and non-English language film categories was The Voice of Hind Rajab, a documentary exposing Israel's horrific invasion on Gaza. Sentimental Value, however, took first place in the non-English language category.
Published 23 Feb 2026 05:59 PM
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Before his daughter Ira gets married, father Aamir Khan greets photographers outside his Mumbai residence.
Aamir Khan, the Bollywood actor, was spotted outside his Mumbai home prior to his daughter Ira Khan's wedding. The actor was papped in a casual outfit as he smiled and waved at the paparazzi. Ira Khan, the future bride, was also spotted outside her father's Bandra home earlier in the day. Ira was spotted smiling widely in a blue top and skirt. Ahead of Ira Khan's and Nupur Shikhare wedding on January 3, her dad Aamir Khan and mom Reena Dutta's houses in Mumbai's Bandra neighbourhood have been decorated with lights and flowers. Aamir Khan disclosed the date of Ira Khan and Nupur Shikhare's wedding earlier this year. "Ira is getting married on January 3," the actor revealed in an interview with News 18. The boy she has chosen is - waise toh pet name unka naam Popeye hai (his pet name is Popeye) - he is a trainer, he has arms like Popeye but his name is Nupur. He is a lovely boy. When Ira was battling depression, he was with her. He is really someone who has stood by her and emotionally supported her. I am happy that she has selected a boy who... they are so happy together. They are very well connected, they really look after each other and care for each other
Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 11: Malaika Arora Was Asked by Farah Khan Whether She Would Get Married in 2024. Her Reaction
"A very popular video that was captured on the sets of the dance reality show Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 11 is making waves. In the preview video, Farah Khan can be seen questioning Malaika Arora, a fellow judge: ""Malaika, in 2024, will you be a single parent and actress or will you be a double parent and actress? (Will you change from being a single parent and actress to a double parent and actress in 2024?)"" ""Iske liye mujhe kisiko god mein lena padhega?"" Malaika joked. Is it necessary for me to hold someone in my arms for this? ""What does that signify?"" The show's host Gauahar Khan intervened and said, ""Iska matlab hai kya aapki shaadi hone wali hain? (This means are you going to get married)?"" On their official social media accounts, the channel unveiled the new promo for the show, in which Farah Khan will don her host persona and compete in a rapid-fire round with her co-judge Malaika Arora. She'll be seen posing some odd questions to her. While rumours about Malaika's wedding with Arjun Kapoor have been making the rounds for a while now, this is the first time when the popular actress can be seen getting quizzed about the same on a national platform "
According to reports, Jackky Bhagnani and Rakul Preet Singh will marry in February 2024.
Actors Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani are said to have decided to tie the knot in February of this year after dating for a few years. "Rakul and Jackky are getting married on February 22 in Goa," a source told Hindustan Times. They wish to maintain the intimacy of the affair, which is why they are keeping it so quiet." "They are really private people and want to keep the wedding also private," the source continued. In fact, they are enjoying a break before getting busy with the wedding festivities. "Jackky is currently in Bangkok (Thailand) for his bachelor party. In fact, Rakul is also in Thailand, enjoying the break."
A troll who advises Karan Johar to get married and bring ""bahu"" for his mother as a ""timepass"" is corrected by the actor: ""Her life is full; she doesn't require anything
"Filmmaker Karan Johar refers to himself as a ""troll favourite"" since he receives trolling frequently for his sexual orientation or for being a ""flag bearer"" of nepotism. Karan responded to a troll on Thursday, even though he largely ignores it, who suggested he bring his mother Hiroo Johar home with a ""bahu,"" or daughter-in-law. Karan posted a screen grab of a social media remark he got. ""Bahu Iaa do maa ko time pass nahi hota hoga"" (Bring your mother a daughter-in-law) was written on it. She must find it challenging to pass the time.)"
Prabhas, Shruti Haasan's co-star in Salaar, ""fed and cared for us so well.
"Actor Shruti Haasan shared images and videos from the sets of Salaar Ceasefire: Part 1, her recently released blockbuster movie, on Thursday. The actor also thanked Prashant Neel, the film's director, for letting her feature in the film, which stars Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran. ""I really had the best time working with these awesome awesome people, full of light and positivity,"" Shruti wrote as the caption for her Instagram post. We also had a great time creating this movie. Prabhas took excellent care of us, Prashant sir provided us with lots of entertainment during races and matches, and Bhuvan sir collaborated with me to create a whole music video! When decent people succeed in life, it brings me joy."
Exclusive: Bigg Boss OTT 2 victor Elvish Yadav gives Bigg Boss 17 contestant Anurag Dobhal his support
"The 17th season of the reality show Bigg Boss, hosted by sAlman Khan, is almost over. Contestants and their fan bases are putting their all into one final push, with rumors circulating that the grand finale will take place at the end of January. Furthermore, Anurag Dobhal, aka UK Rider 07, has an incredible family that is doing everything in their power to ensure his victory. A source close to one of the Bigg Boss 17 contestants claims that Atul, Anurag's brother, is organizing multiple meet-and-greet events with UK Riders' supporters in an effort to encourage his brother to take home the Bigg Boss 17 trophy."
"Day 6 box office receipts for Salaar: Prabhas-starring film surpasses Adipurush's lifetime earnings and hits the Rs 500 crore milestone globally
With Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead roles, Salaar: Part 1-Ceasefire got off to a historic start at the Indian box office. Even with such a huge start, the movie's receipts have steadily decreased in the days that have followed. On its opening day in India, the movie brought in Rs 90.7 crore nett. The extended weekend during the Christmas season aided in the movie's box office performance. On Wednesday, the sixth day of its release, the movie brought in Rs 17 crore after earning Rs 24.9 crore on Tuesday. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, this brings Salaar's nett domestic collection to Rs 297.40 crore.This appears to be a victory for Prabhas, whose much-discussed previous film Adipurush only managed to gross Rs 288.15 crore nett in India during its run. Soon after its premiere, Adipurush generated controversy and received backlash for both its dialogue and visual effects. During its run, his 2022 movie Radhe Shyam only brought in Rs 104.38 crore nett. On its seventh day, Salaar will surpass the lifetime collection of Saaho, Prabhas' 2019 film. During its existence, Saaho earned Rs 310.60 crore. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, directed by SS Rajamouli, is his biggest hit to date, earning Rs 1030.42 crore nett in India and Rs 1788.06 crore worldwide.
On Christmas, Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor reveal their daughter Raha's face to the world.
When the couple arrived at Kunal Kapoor's house on December 25, they showed off their daughter Raha's entire face to the public. As the parents took her picture, the young child peered inquisitively. She looked adorable in a Christmas-themed dress and wine-coloured shoes for that extra bout of cuteness As the couple arrived at the Kapoors' Christmas party in Juhu, Mumbai, they were seen holding Raha in their arms. Raha was present for the couple's yearly Christmas lunch with the Kapoor family on Monday. Raha looks adorable in the photos, with a pink and white outfit and red velvet shoes. Ranbir was dressed in a black jacket and dark jeans, while her mother Alia Bhatt was seen in a floral black dress. With a broad smile, the parents presented Raha to the photographers.
Anil Kapoor claims that his father made him ""bitter"" and didn't support him in his early career: ""It was tiresome.
"Actor Anil Kapoor has been in the Hindi cinema industry for 40 years, but even though he is the son of renowned producer Surinder Kapoor, his early career wasn't as easy. The actor claimed that his father had told him that he would not be getting any assistance from him and that he would have to succeed in the business on his own. Anil recalled his father, who passed away in 2011, in a Midday interview. He was rather decent, honest, and something of an introvert, according to Anil. He wasn't one of the pushy, filmy, or aggressive ones since he was a good man. He behaved with grace. ""I cannot do anything for you,"" he told me very simply, and I never expected him to do anything for me,"" the actor continued. I therefore felt compelled to go to the battlefield that day and fight it out out of instinct."""
People were "People were ""disappointed,"" according to Dibakar Banerjee, with Oye Lucky! Upon its release, Lucky Oye referred to it as the ""anti-Khosla Ka Ghosla
Dibakar Banerjee's Congratulations! With Abhay Deol in the lead role, Lucky Oye was released on November 28, 2008, just two days after the 26/11 attacks. Considering the mood of the nation at the time, the film did not receive much attention. Banerjee believes that despite the film's current level of acclaim, audiences were "disappointed" when it first debuted in theaters. Additionally, he described the movie as the "anti-Khosla Ka Ghosla," his previous box office success that has grown into a cult classic. Speaking to Samdish Bhatia on his program Unfiltered by Samdish, Banerjee remarked, "People nowadays take names like Oye Lucky (Lucky Oye) and Khosla (Ka Ghosla) in one breath." However, a lot of people were let down by Oye Lucky's outspoken hostility to the middle class.
Day 2 global box office receipts for Dunki: Shah Rukh Khan flick surpasses ₹100 crore
It's Shah Rukh Khan's moment. Following the huge commercial success of Jawan and Pathaan, the Bollywood icon is back with another masterpiece, Dunki. Rajkumar Hirani, the film's director, released it on December 21. Day 2 worldwide box office revenue for Dunki: The Shah Rukh Khan film brought in an additional ₹45.10 crore on Friday following its ₹57.43 crore debut. Day 2 of Dunki's global box office collection: According to cinema trade expert Manobala Vijayabalan, Shah Rukh Khan's third movie of the year, which debuted on December 21, has made over ₹102 crore worldwide in its first two days of release. Rajkumar Hirani is the director of Dunki, which also stars Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, and Boman Irani.
Hrehaan, the son of Sussanne Khan and Hrithik Roshan, receives a scholarship to Berklee College of Music, and his proud mother writes a message
Hrehaan Roshan, the older son of Sussanne Khan and Hrithik Roshan, will be attending Boston's Berklee College of Music in the upcoming academic year. He's been awarded a scholarship. Sussanne Khan and Hrithik Roshan's son Hrehaan Roshan, who has a keen interest in music, has successfully enrolled in the prestigious Berklee College of Music. His parents are rather pleased of him as he has been given a scholarship for his course, which begins in the following year. Utilizing Instagram. Sussanne shared the news
Priyanka Chopra is ready for Christmas; the actress shares a glimpse of the joyous occasion
"Nick wore a casual outfit consisting of a sweater, jacket, beige jeans, and a blue beanie, while Priyanka accessorized her powder blue knit dress with a black boot, a beanie, and a thick overcoat.Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, the couple's daughter, was absent from the expedition as they were occupied having a talk.In Los Angeles, Priyanka Chopra has made herself at home. Still, she is still very excited about all the celebrations and unique occasions. The country is getting ready for the Christmas celebrations as the Yuletide season returns. PeeCee recently shared a sneak peek into her gorgeous corner that exuded Christmas vibes, joining several other celebrities who have been posting glimpses of their preparations on social media. "
Netflix withdrew Nayantharas Annapoorani after receiving criticism for hurting Hindu sentiments
Not even a few weeks after its digital launch, Nayanthara's latest Tamil film Annapoorani has been taken down from Netflix. This is in response to In the Nilesh Krishnaa-directed film Annapoorani, an aspirant chef from an orthodox Brahmin household is prevented from enrolling in a cooking school by her father, a temple priest, on the grounds that she will need to prepare meat in order to pass the course. The title character decides to forge her own route to the top of the culinary industry after challenging this way of thinking. After receiving mediocre reviews upon its December 1 release, the movie made its Netflix debut on December 29.a police report alleging that the performers, directors, and streaming service offended Hindus' religious feelings. Nayanthara's recently released movie "Annapoorani" was taken down by Netflix as complaints that it offended "Hindu sentiments" became more vocal. The creator of the Hindu IT cell, Ramesh Solanki, filed a formal complaint against the movie.
Actress Medha Shankr, who starred in the film 12th Fail, claims she is a lot like Shraddha Joshi and that she made a lot of notes when she met an IRS officer, saying,
Actress Medha Shankr, who starred in the movie 12th Fail, talked about how she prepared for her role and discovered parallels between herself and real-life IRS inspector Shraddha Joshi.Featuring Vikrant Massey and Medha Shankr, Vidhu Vinod Chopra's 12th Fail ended up becoming one of the most prosperous movies of 2023. Recently, Medha talked candidly about her film-making process and her interpretation of the role of IRS officer Shraddha Joshi, who helped Manoj Kumar Sharma realize his aspiration to become an IPS officer. When Medha met Manoj and Shraddha prior to filming, she indicated she would take a ton of notes, but the director advised her to be inspired by Shraddha rather than trying to emulate her.It is not necessary for you to emulate Shraddha ma'am, as Sir made quite clear. Though you must develop your own character, you must draw inspiration from hers. I met Shraddha ma'am numerous times for my preparation. I would jot down notes. When I initially met her and Manoj Sir, I asked her everything about her life over the course of six hours while we were chatting. I brought a journal. The actress told Bollywood Hungama, "Because I wanted to know who Shraddha ma'am beyond the script and the book and beyond what Vidhu sir has told me."According to Medha Shankr, she and Shraddha realized they had similar worldviews when they spoke. Every time we conversed, we would have the same worldviews for some bizarre, bizarre reason. We continue to joke and discuss how this was truly orchestrated by divine design, given how similar our minds are to one another, she continued.
According to Javed Akhtar, Mani Ratnam made the Hindi cinema business feel like
Mani Ratnam made the Hindi cinema business seem like "illiterate children," according to Javed Akhtar, when they were feeling superior.The Hindi film business was "convinced of our superiority" for decades, but Javed Akhtar recently attended an event honoring filmmaker Mani Ratnam for his achievements in the film industry and remarked that all of that changed when Mani Ratnam started making movies and made them feel like "illiterate children."Javed stated, "People in the Bombay film industry have been very complacent and sure of ourselves," during a News 18 event. We used to be so sure of our own superiority. After that, a Tamil Nadu-born director struck us across the face with a caliber of work we had never seen before. "Unprecedented" was how the seasoned writer described the director's work, adding, "We were very sure of our technical superiority." We felt like ignorant children because of him.According to Javed Akhtar, many people find success in the film industry, but only those who have produced "exceptional work" are able to maintain their status. "Although it may not be politically correct, I can name ten directors who have made a lot of hits that no one remembers." Success in the film industry is not the only thing that keeps you going; Mani Ratnam's work exemplifies this," he stated."Javed saab, I believe we need you back writing screenplay," he added. It will greatly benefit us. I believe we need Javed saab, particularly in these days when we are only discussing numbers. Mani Ratnam quipped that he would be happy to start work on his next movie after Javed Akhtar finished writing the screenplay. Mani is now anticipating his upcoming movie with Kamal Haasan.
In Tiger 3, Salman Khan imparts democratic values to Indians and Pakistanis
It gives one hope for the future of Indian cinema since Salman Khan's most recent film is built solely on the notion that democracy needs to be safeguarded against those who claim to be the only guardians of society.What if someone told you that the most recent Salman Khan film could provide you with a clear understanding of why democracy is preferable to dictatorship? Not only is Maneesh Sharma's Tiger 3 the popcorn-and-patriotism entertainer you always expected it to be, but this latest Bhai movie also explains the need to defend democracy from those who claim to be the only guardians of the nation, which gives you hope for the future of Indian cinema.In India, the main theme of star-driven action movies for many years has been getting even. The reasons for the hero's actions could range from seeking revenge for one's country to being devastated by a childhood experience that left him permanently scarred to the loss of his beloved or any other women. The last one has been a popular choice and has been featured in our movies on a regular basis. However, the concept of patriotism has evolved significantly in our films, and this was especially clear in 2023. The year began with Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan, in which Deepika Padukone's character, a Pakistani agent, had the audience applauding her when she teamed up with SRK's Indian agent.Interestingly enough, Tiger 3 is an Indian movie with an Indian hero at its core, but India has no say in the plot. When asked repeatedly throughout the movie why he cares about what's happening in Pakistan, Tiger usually responds with a very weak justification. You have to ask yourself why Maneesh and Salman focused so intently on this topic for the third Tiger film. The film's protagonist poses a question to his crew, who serve as stand-ins for the audience, that gives away the main plot point right away. Tiger asks, "Democracy or dictatorship?" and his group unanimously answers, "democracy."When one of the nation's most prosperous film production companies chooses to create a film in which an audience is reminded of a decision this straightforward—at least for Indians who have lived in a democracy for more than 75 years—that is a very strong statement. The producers truly had to explain why free and fair elections are necessary, and why democracy is preferable to a dictator—the antagonist of this tale—who may seem to have noble intentions. They emphasize that a country's health cannot be enhanced by a single person holding total authority.
My admiration for Munawar Faruqui is that he owns up to his mistakes, remarks the brother of Bigg Boss 17 participant Ayesha Khan.
The brother of Ayesha Khan talked about Munawar Faruqui's previous romances and even mentioned how much he liked Abhishek Kumar.Family Week on Bigg Boss 17 is here. Social media is already experiencing a storm due to the family week's effects, so it will be interesting to see how things play out in the days ahead. Munawar Faruqui and Ayesha Khan's family will soon move into the house, despite the fact that we witnessed Vicky Jain's mother disparage Ankita Lokhande on the show. Shahbaz Khan, Ayesha's brother, recently discussed Ayesha and Munawar's connection with Indianexpress.com. He also refuted rumors that Bigg Boss 17 was Ayesha's publicity gimmick.Bigg Boss 17's Family Week is arrived. The impacts of family week are already causing a social media tempest, so it will be interesting to observe how things develop in the coming days. Though we saw Vicky Jain's mother disparage Ankita Lokhande on the show, Munawar Faruqui and Ayesha Khan's family will soon move into the house. Ayesha's brother, Shahbaz Khan, recently talked about Ayesha and Munawar's involvement with Indianexpress.com. He also denied reports that Ayesha was using Bigg Boss 17 as a publicity stunt.
