Directing Tamil cinema’s leading actors presents immense opportunities and challenges, demanding directors balance star power with audience expectations. While successful reunions like Nelson Dilipkumar and Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer’ sequel spark excitement, creative freedom can be tested. Sundar C’s reported exit from ‘Thalaivar 173’ highlights the high stakes involved.
From Lenskart’s muted debut to Groww’s strong listing, India’s IPO market is buzzing again — but with mixed signals. Over the past three decades, an IPO boom has always been followed by a bust. Will this be the case this time as well?
Six Flags Qiddiya City will debut on December 31, 2025, marking the first Six Flags park outside North America and a significant step in Saudi Arabia’s tourism expansion. The park boasts five world-record-breaking rides, including Falcons Flight, and offers six themed lands, catering to both thrill-seekers and families.
Economic secretary Anuradha Thakur urged the financial sector to embrace disintermediation, analyze trends, and channelize financial flows smoothly. She highlighted shifts in savings and credit, emphasizing the need for collective thinking to ensure finance reaches MSMEs and low-income households, fostering distributional equity.
Ravichandran Ashwin criticises India’s batting collapse against South Africa, stating the current generation struggles against spin. He believes past Indian batters would have handled the turning track better, attributing the decline to insufficient practice. Ashwin argues Western teams now outperform India against spin due to dedicated preparation, a stark contrast to India’s improved overseas pace…
Aranya Sahay’s striking film ‘Humans in the Loop’ has not only clinched the Film Independent Sloan Distribution Grant but has also earned a spot in the conversation for the Oscars, specifically for Best Original Screenplay.
Weddings are embracing scentscaping and attar bars, transforming celebrations into multisensory experiences. Couples are curating signature fragrances, from serene jasmine for ceremonies to warm amber for receptions, creating lasting memories. Experiential gifting through bespoke perfumes at pop-up stalls, especially popular at destination weddings, is a growing trend, offering guests a unique takeaway.
With its latest episode, ‘Now You See Me Now You Don’t,’ dazzling audiences worldwide, the film has raked in an impressive $77.9 million at the global box office, including a standout $21.6 million opening in China. While the US contributed a healthy $21.3 million, the film’s reception in India was more subdued with earnings of…
Apple is reportedly ditching its traditional September iPhone launches for a year-round release strategy starting in 2026. Expect premium models in fall and base versions in spring, aiming for smoother revenue and less engineering strain. This significant shift also allows Apple to better compete with rivals like Samsung and avoid overwhelming consumers.
