Varun Tej’s Indo-Korean horror-comedy, tentatively ‘#VT15’, is actively filming its fourth schedule in Hyderabad, featuring Ritika Nayak and others. Previous shoots took the team to Korea and Ananthapur, where a song sequence was completed. This project follows his recent ventures, ‘Matka’ and ‘Operation Valentine’, and comes shortly after he welcomed his first child, Vaayuv Tej…
Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit fondly remembers his long friendship with the late actor Satish Shah, highlighting his prolific career from ‘Ye Jo Hai Zindagi’ to ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’. Pandit shared unheard stories and paid tribute to Shah’s immense talent and comic timing, recalling his final moments and the shock of receiving news from Shah’s own number.
Former 2NE1 member Park Bom’s agency has issued a health update, stating she is emotionally unstable and requires treatment and rest. This follows her deleted social media posts alleging unfair treatment and non-payment by former agencies. The agency urged fans to refrain from misinterpreting her posts and to respect her privacy during this challenging period.
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov offered to purchase jewels stolen from the Louvre Museum in Paris and donate them to the Louvre Abu Dhabi. Durov commented on the heist, attributing it to a decline in France and noting that no one steals from the Abu Dhabi branch.
Gurgaon police arrested three individuals, including two Nigerian women, for operating a drug supply network. Authorities seized a significant quantity of MDMA and cocaine, with the accused allegedly involved in manufacturing and distributing synthetic drugs across the Delhi-NCR region. Further investigations are underway to dismantle the entire racket.
Sixteen-year-old Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi, a rising star in Indian tennis, is set to compete in the WTA 250 Chennai Open. Having honed her skills at the Rafa Nadal Academy and recently debuting at the US Open juniors, Maaya is eager to leverage her home advantage in her first-round match against compatriot Shrivalli Bhamidipaty.
Microsoft is revamping GitHub to tackle AI coding rivals like Cursor and Claude Code. CEO Satya Nadella highlighted the need to unify development tools, drawing parallels to Bill Gates’ past vision. The platform aims to integrate AI across all developer workflows, ensuring choice in models and surfaces to regain developer mindshare.
Saudi Entertainment Authority chief Turki Al-Sheikh has Manchester United fans buzzing with his social media activity. He fueled takeover speculation with a cryptic post about an ‘advanced stage’ sale, then lightened the mood by reposting a fan’s beard-growing challenge tied to the club’s winning streak. His comments highlight his significant influence.
Indian chess stars shone brightly at the European Club Cup 2025. SuperChess clinched the Open title with a flawless record, while Cercle d’échecs de Monte-Carlo dominated the Women’s competition. World Champion Gukesh and GM Divya Deshmukh delivered stellar performances, securing individual accolades and highlighting India’s growing chess prowess on the global stage.
Ibrahim Ali Khan candidly discussed his debut film Nadaaniyan’s failure and the pressure of his family’s Bollywood legacy. He admitted to rushing into his first project at 21, feeling self-doubt despite his lineage. Meanwhile, Karan Johar was reportedly surprised by Ibrahim’s recent harsh critique of their collaboration, a film Johar launched.
