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Dhanush’s debut as a director with ‘Idli Kadai’ kicked off with an impressive Rs 10.4 crore gross on opening day, despite walking the tightrope of mixed reviews. The Tamil version soared in popularity, particularly during evening screenings, demonstrating its draw for audiences.

Evicted Bigg Boss 19 contestant Awez Darbar refuted claims of paying a Rs 2 crore penalty to exit, stating he genuinely loves reality shows and wouldn’t leave voluntarily. He expressed disappointment over his eviction, questioning the makers’ timing and his vote count despite trending high. Darbar also shared how the show toughened his personality.

Vice President JD Vance defended AI-generated videos shared by President Trump depicting Hakeem Jeffries in a sombrero, calling them a “joke.” Vance dismissed Jeffries’ “racist and fake AI” accusation, stating it’s acceptable to “poke fun” while negotiating. He even offered to stop the memes if Jeffries helps reopen the government.

The Trump administration froze $26 billion in federal funds for Democratic-leaning states, fulfilling a shutdown threat. This included $18 billion for New York transit projects like the Gateway tunnel, citing “unconstitutional DEI principles,” and $8 billion for green energy in 16 states.

IShowSpeed stunned Tom Brady with a 40-inch vertical jump during their “Speed Goes Pro” collaboration, a new YouTube series where the streamer trains with sports legends. This ambitious project, featuring stars like Kevin Durant and a celebrity-filled premiere, highlights Speed’s raw talent and growing bond with athletes, proving his claim of pro potential.

Speculation surrounds Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future with the Milwaukee Bucks after three straight first-round exits. A new trade proposal suggests sending the two-time MVP to the Atlanta Hawks for Jalen Johnson, Josh Green, and multiple draft picks. This hypothetical move could jumpstart a rebuild for Milwaukee if their 2025-26 season falters.

Triptii Dimri, who rose to prominence after ‘Animal’, is reportedly cast as the iconic actress Parveen Babi in an upcoming Netflix biopic series. Directed by Shonali Bose, the limited-edition series is expected to commence filming by March 2026. Dimri also had a busy 2024 with several releases, including ‘Bad Newz’, ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’, and ‘Dhadak…

The US government officially shut down Wednesday after Congress failed to secure a funding deal, with the stalemate expected to last at least three days. Senate voting resumes Friday, following a holiday break. This latest impasse echoes a history of shutdowns, which became possible post-1980, with modern ones, like the 2018-19 record 35-day closure, incurring…

Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma showcased his dancing skills alongside Yuvraj Singh and singer Ranjit Bawa at his sister Komal’s pre-wedding function in Ludhiana. This celebration follows Sharma’s recent triumph as Player of the Tournament in the Asia Cup 2025, where he scored 314 runs, including three consecutive half-centuries, and received a car for his exceptional…