Imtiaz Ali's new film Main Vaapas Aaunga is set to delve into the enduring trauma of the 1947 Partition, continuing Bollywood's complex cinematic journey of depicting one of history's most violent and impactful events.
World number four Coco Gauff secured a hard-fought victory against Paula Badosa in the second round of the U.S. Open. Despite Badosa's strong challenge and previous wins against Gauff, the American triumphed in two sets, 6-4, 7-6(5), on a sweltering evening at Arthur Ashe Court, advancing her quest for a second title at Flushing Meadows.
From forgettable turns to award-worthy performances, these actors have brought visually impaired characters to life on screen in the last decade.
'I've 'de-sold' myself to a few films.'
Explore the unparalleled style evolution of Zendaya, the ultimate couture chameleon, as we celebrate 30 of her most iconic and unforgettable fashion moments.
'You will see Munna in his all guns blazing avatar.'
This week's OTT releases offer a diverse range of entertainment, from a violent spin on the Devdas story in DC to the return of the Dhamaal gang in Dhamaal 4, and the latest intergalactic adventures of The Mandalorian and Grogu.
The cast, once again, remains the biggest reason to invest in this world, notes Mayur Sanap.
Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna brought their latest collection, Noir Botanica Autumn/Winter 2026, to Mumbai, turning the runway into a meeting point between nature, architecture and the human form.
Despite a record-breaking opening day, Toxic has experienced a significant and disheartening decline in its box office collections.
French Formula One driver Pierre Gasly secured his first career pole position at the Italian Grand Prix, driving for Alpine. He upset favourites like George Russell and Max Verstappen with a stunning final lap, marking a significant achievement for both Gasly and his team at the historic Monza circuit.
Giuliano Simeone, son of manager Diego Simeone, scored a dramatic late equaliser to secure a 2-2 draw for 10-man Atletico Madrid against Villarreal. The match was marked by fan anger towards striker Julian Alvarez and a contentious red card for Robin Le Normand.
'I know China will implode. It is scientifically impossible for China to control a nation through the barrel of a gun.'
'I wanted to push the buttons further and see what can come out of putting Taapsee in this intense role where she has to deep-dive into a woman and her sense of great loss.'
Rukmini Vasanth's Toxic may be bringing the drama to the big screen but her wardrobe has been quietly causing its own kind of chaos.
Main Vaapas Aaunga transcends its flaws to deliver a profoundly moving plea for humanity, anchored by heartbreakingly brilliant performances, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.
'I like to celebrate who I am. I like to experiment, and am not afraid to make mistakes. You have to be your biggest cheerleader.'
American Sofia Kenin defeated compatriot Venus Williams 6-2, 7-6(6) in a US Open first-round match that started at 12:13 am on Monday, marking the latest start in women's tournament history.
At 41, Roelof van der Merwe aims to conclude his international cricket career at the upcoming ODI World Cup, ideally in Centurion, South Africa, representing the Netherlands. He discusses his dedication to national duty over franchise cricket, his fitness goals for future World Cups, and his continued impact as a left-arm spinner and fielder. He also highlights the potential of the European T20 Premier League to unearth new talent.
A heated exchange between India's Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sri Lanka's Asitha Fernando marred the opening session of the 2nd Test after Fernando dismissed Jaiswal for 45, leading to a confrontation on the pitch.
From Sanjay Leela Bhansali and S S Rajamouli to Sundar C and Ayan Mukerji, these 15 filmmakers took a wild detour from their comfort zones, with wildly different results.
Erling Haaland stunned fans by replacing his trademark flowing blonde locks with a buzz cut, sparking playful reactions from Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Pep Guardiola before Manchester City's opener.
This week's OTT releases feature a diverse range of films and series, including the spiritual sequel 'Cocktail 2' starring Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and Kriti Sanon, Kangana Ranaut's 'Bharat Bhagya Vidhata' based on the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, and the RSS-themed drama 'Aakhri Sawwal'.
'The sales pressure on the ground, a board and CEO not fully aligned, and a senior team that isn't pulling together -- that's when these things surface.'
Security in most of India is a facade, discovers Binu Alex.
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has made history by becoming the first Indian to win the Grand Chess Tour Finals in St. Louis, defeating GM Fabiano Caruana in a stunning comeback. Chess legends Garry Kasparov and Vidit Gujrathi congratulated him on this significant achievement.
From streaming screens to cinema halls, the Mirzapur franchise is clearly aiming for scale! And judging by the mood at the music launch, the audience is ready to make the journey with them.
Farrhana Bhatt fearless energy doesn't stop with stunts. Her wardrobe is packed with bold silhouettes, unexpected styling and just the right amount of drama, that show she's every bit as much a fashion khiladi as she is an action one.
India faced early pressure in the second Test against Sri Lanka, reaching 88 for two at lunch on day one. Openers KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal were dismissed after a solid start, with Devdutt Padikkal and Shubman Gill at the crease. The session also saw some on-field drama and a dropped catch.
A new book, "The River That Remembers: Microbial Intelligence of Nature" by Padma Shri awardee Ajai Kumar Sonkar, claims that the Triveni Sangam at Prayagraj is a unique viral-bacterial laboratory. It suggests that the sacred dips taken by devotees lead to an intense microbial exchange, accelerating phage evolution, especially during events like Kumbh Mela, as diverse human microbiota interact with the river's existing microbiome.
'What Daayra tries to do is explore the greys because everything is not black and white.'
Every family has that one sister who has her life completely together, the one who falls in love with everything, the one who refuses to follow the rules and, of course, the one who believes more is always more.
Raphinha and Fermin Lopez scored for Barcelona in their 2-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao at the Camp Nou, marking their first home win of the LaLiga season and putting them level on points at the top of the table.
The highly anticipated teaser for Nani's The Paradise has dropped, revealing a glimpse into the film's high-octane action, drama, and the fierce showdown between Nani's Dhagad and Raghav Juyal's menacing villain.
Tuner may feel familiar, but its fab sound design, slickly edited heists and strong performances make it feel refreshingly sharp.
Toxic has amassed a staggering Rs 41.75 crore in advance sales in India alone.
Ranveer Singh has begun shooting the post-apocalyptic zombie thriller Pralay in Mumbai. It will mark Malayalam actress Kalyani Priyadarshan's Bollywood debut.
Television actors attended the premiere of the new show on Colors TV, a military medical drama series called 108 Base Hospital, Uri, starring Erica Fernandes and Gashmeer Mahajani.
Dismissing Toxic as merely a style-over-substance gangster drama would be missing what makes it unusual, notes Mayur Sanap.
