Bollywood filmmaker Sanjay Gupta has passed away at the age of 59 at his Mumbai residence on October 30. Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit confirmed his death, revealing that Gupta suffered a head injury at home. Reports suggest he slipped in the bathroom, although further details remain awaited. Known for directing films such as Kaante, Shootout at Wadala, Kaabil and Zinda, Gupta built a career spanning over three decades. He was recognised for his stylised crime dramas and action thrillers depicting Mumbai’s underworld. His sudden demise has prompted condolences from members of the film industry. (PC: X)

Veteran actor Patrick Stewart has died at 86 at his Los Angeles home, following a brief journey with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia, his publicist announced. Known for playing Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek and Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men franchise, Stewart amassed more than 150 screen roles during a career spanning theatre, Broadway and cinema. His death prompted tributes from co-stars and colleagues, including Ian McKellen, Hugh Jackman, Rebecca Romijn, William Shatner and George Takei. Marvel Studios also honoured the actor, praising his portrayal of Professor X. Knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2010, Stewart leaves a lasting legacy across stage and screen. (PC: Getty Images)

Veteran British actor Sir Patrick Stewart, best known for portraying Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek and Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men franchise, has died at the age of 86. He passed away at his Los Angeles home on Wednesday, October 28, following a brief battle with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia, his spokesperson confirmed. Stewart enjoyed a career spanning more than six decades, earning recognition for his Shakespearean theatre performances and iconic screen roles. Knighted in 2010 for services to drama, he continued acting until 2026. His death prompted tributes from colleagues and fans worldwide. (PC: X)

Legendary British actor Sir Patrick Stewart has died at the age of 86 at his home in Los Angeles. His death was announced through a statement shared on his social media accounts, revealing that he had been battling Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia. Stewart was globally recognised for playing Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation and Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men franchise. His remarkable six-decade career also included acclaimed Shakespearean theatre performances. Knighted in 2010, he received several prestigious awards. Fellow actors, including Hugh Jackman and Ian McKellen, have paid tribute to his extraordinary legacy. (PC: BBC)

Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah has described himself as a “dimagi Naxal” in a video criticising the government’s treatment of protesting students. Turning labels such as “anti-national” and “tukde-tukde gang” back on those in power, Shah questioned the handling of students at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI) and Jamia Millia Islamia. He also addressed the government, sections of the media and the BJP’s IT cell, asserting that attempts to intimidate young people would not break their spirit. His remarks express support for protesting students and challenge the language frequently used to describe government critics, according to India Today.

Actress Katrina Kaif has responded to online trolling over her postpartum weight gain. She was criticised after attending the Ambani family’s Ganpati celebrations with her husband, Vicky Kaushal. In an interview with Vogue India, Katrina said people know how a woman’s body changes after childbirth. She added that judging women harshly despite this knowledge is a personal choice. The actress also spoke about her fitness journey and said she would reach her goals at her own pace. Katrina and Vicky welcomed their son, Vihaan, on November 7, 2025, after marrying in December 2021.

The Bombay High Court on October 27 put on hold the Foreigners Regional Registration Office’s (FRRO) ‘Leave India Notice’ issued to actor Imran Khan until Monday, November 2. The court also adjourned the hearing on his petition challenging the notice. The development follows a hearing deferred a day earlier after Khan sought additional time, with the Centre raising no objection. The notice was issued days after the actor participated in a Mumbai protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. During proceedings, senior advocate Venkatesh Dhond, representing Khan, opposed an intervention application that questioned whether a civil writ petition challenging the FRRO’s action could be heard on the criminal side. (PC: The Indian Express)

Shah Rukh Khan has unveiled a new poster of his upcoming film King, showing the actor with a rose between his teeth, a gun in his hand and flames in the background. Sharing the poster on social media on Tuesday, October 27, the Bollywood star wrote, “Aaj phir yaad aaya… Qaatil nahi… Aashiq hoon.” The line translates to “I remembered again today… I am not a killer, but a lover.” Directed by Siddharth Anand, the action thriller also stars Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan and Rani Mukerji. The film is scheduled to release in cinemas on December 24, 2026. (PC: X)

The Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI) in Kolkata defended its decision to rusticate six students for a year, saying disciplinary proceedings concerned alleged misconduct, including vandalism, defacement and physical assault, rather than participation in protests. The response followed veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah’s public expression of solidarity with the students. Shah accused the BJP of targeting political dissenters and intimidating young filmmakers after its West Bengal election victory. The institute maintained that it upheld peaceful protest while enforcing disciplinary rules. The dispute has disrupted academic activities, with classes suspended since September 28 and students demanding Vice-Chancellor Santosh Ajmera’s resignation. BJP spokesperson Rahul Sinha called for an investigation into Shah’s remarks.

Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah and filmmaker Payal Kapadia have expressed solidarity with students protesting at Kolkata’s Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI) over alleged campus violence. Shah criticised the BJP government in West Bengal, alleging that students demanding accountability were facing disciplinary action, surveillance and threats of eviction from hostels. Kapadia also raised concerns about student safety and the alleged lack of action against those accused of attacking students. The protesters are demanding Vice-Chancellor Santosh Ajmera’s resignation. Academic activities remain suspended, with film-making and video classes halted until November 13 amid the ongoing dispute.