Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ is creating waves at the box office, crossing ₹216 crore in India, despite an unexpected ‘A’ certificate from the CBFC. Sun Pictures has challenged the rating in Madras High Court, seeking a ‘U/A’ certificate to broaden its audience reach. While the film opened with a record ₹65 crore, collections dipped slightly on Friday….
Tamar Braxton, the singer, actor, and reality TV personality, revealed she “almost died” in a recent accident, leaving her with a fractured nose, lost teeth, and impaired mobility. Found in a pool of blood by a friend, Braxton has no memory of the incident.
The Indian rupee surged, marking its largest daily gain in a month, driven by optimism surrounding potential US tariff easing following international talks and hopes for reduced sanctions on Russian oil imports. Domestic factors, including anticipated GST rate cuts and a recent credit rating upgrade, further bolstered the currency.
Mumbai experienced severe disruption due to heavy rainfall, leading to the evacuation of 400 residents near the Mithi River and widespread waterlogging. Flight operations were affected, with diversions and go-arounds reported. Tragically, one person died from electrocution. The city has recorded its wettest August in five years, with over 837mm of rain in just under…
Global AI giants are intensifying their competition in India, a rapidly expanding market. OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Go, a budget-friendly subscription at Rs 399 monthly, directly challenging Perplexity, Google, and Anthropic. This plan offers enhanced features and UPI payment options.
Malayalam cinema’s megastar Mammootty has reassured fans after months of health speculation. Through his secretary, George Sebastian, Mammootty expressed gratitude for the support received during his challenging time. While the specific illness remains private, the message confirms his full recovery, sparking widespread joy. Industry colleagues like Mohanlal, Prithviraj, and Manju Warrier shared heartfelt welcome messages.
Priyanka Chopra has joined Mahesh Babu in Nairobi for the next schedule of SS Rajamouli’s SSMB29, following a long shoot in Hyderabad. Chopra shared glimpses of her safari adventure, while Rajamouli hinted at a grand reveal in November 2025. The film marks Chopra’s return to Indian cinema, with a potential release in March 2027.
Pawan Kalyan’s ‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu’ is now available on Amazon Prime Video. The film streams in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam. It failed to meet box office expectations despite extensive promotion. Critics cited weak visual effects and a disjointed screenplay. The film clashed with other releases during its theatrical run. The OTT release offers…
The Supreme Court of India dismissed the Indian Medical Association’s plea against Patanjali Ayurveda, upholding the government’s decision to rescind Rule 170, which mandated pre-approval for AYUSH product advertisements. This decision, while providing legal relief to Patanjali, serves as a warning against deceptive marketing practices. Consumers are urged to critically evaluate AYUSH product claims due…
A tragic accident in western Afghanistan claimed over 50 lives. A bus carrying refugees collided with a truck and motorcycle, resulting in a fire. Among the deceased were 17 children. The bus was transporting Afghan refugees recently deported from Iran. Authorities attribute the accident to excessive speed and negligence. The refugees had boarded the bus…
