Actor and director Robert Redford has died aged 89 at his home in Utah. His family said he passed away surrounded by loved ones. Redford starred in classics like Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, The Sting and Out of Africa. He won an Oscar for directing Ordinary People in 1980 and later founded the Sundance Film Festival, which gave a platform to new filmmakers. Stars including Meryl Streep, Jane Fonda, and Jamie Lee Curtis paid tribute. Redford, also an environmental activist, is survived by his wife Sibylle Szaggars and two daughters. He retired from acting in 2018. (PC: Getty Images)

Raj Kundra was questioned by Mumbai Police's Economic Offences Wing for five hours on September 15 regarding a Rs 60 crore fraud case. During interrogation, he admitted investing Rs 60 crore across five companies named Satyug Gold, Vihaan Industries, Essential Bulk Commodities, Best Deal, and Statement Media though investigators suspect fund diversion. Kundra was questioned about Rs 3.15 crore warehouse expenses, Rs 20 crore broadcast costs, Rs 4 crore celebrity salary payments, and transactions with Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms. The case involves complainant Deepak Kothari alleging fraud between 2015-2023 through Best Deal TV Pvt Ltd. Kundra and wife Shilpa Shetty's lawyer called allegations "baseless and malicious," citing NCLT proceedings and liquidation orders. More summons expected. (PC: Lokmat Times)

The 77th Emmy Awards in Los Angeles brought big wins, history, and powerful speeches. HBO’s medical drama The Pitt won best drama series and lead actor for Noah Wyle. Apple TV+’s The Studio, co-created by Seth Rogen, took home multiple comedy awards. Netflix’s Adolescence swept the miniseries category, with 15-year-old Owen Cooper making history as the youngest supporting actor winner. Severance star Tramell Tillman became the first black man to win best supporting actor in a drama. Host Nate Bargatze’s gag of docking donations for long speeches kept the night lively, while Stephen Colbert and Hannah Einbinder delivered heartfelt moments. (PC: BBC)

British actor Owen Cooper made history at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles. At just 15, he won best supporting actor for Netflix’s Adolescence, becoming the youngest male Emmy winner ever. The drama, about teenagers and social media, swept the awards, also winning best limited series, directing, and writing. Co-stars Stephen Graham and Erin Doherty also took home acting prizes. Cooper called his win “surreal” and thanked his family and team. He broke the record set in 1973 by Scott Jacoby. Roxana Zal remains the youngest overall acting winner, crowned at age 14 in 1984. (PC: Getty Images)

Raj Kundra has broken his silence on the ₹60 crore fraud case filed against him and wife Shilpa Shetty by Mumbai's Economic Offences Wing. The businessman denied wrongdoing, stating "we haven't done anything wrong" and expressing confidence the truth will emerge. Mumbai businessman Deepak Kothari alleges the couple defrauded him of ₹60.4 crore between 2015-2023 through their company Best Deal TV Pvt Ltd, claiming funds were misused for personal expenses instead of business expansion. Their lawyer Prashant Patil called the allegations "baseless and malicious," explaining the company faced financial distress and underwent NCLT proceedings. The case involves liquidation orders and extensive documentation provided to authorities over the past year. (PC: Instagram)

Indian filmmaker Anuparna Roy made history at the 82nd Venice Film Festival, becoming the first Indian director to win Best Director in the Orizzonti section for her debut feature "Songs of Forgotten Trees." The film, starring Naaz Shaikh and Sumi Baghel, follows two women whose lives intertwine in Mumbai. Roy dedicated the award to "every woman who's ever been silenced, overlooked, or underestimated," calling it a tribute to women in cinema and beyond. The film was India's sole entry in the prestigious section and was presented by Anurag Kashyap. Producers Bibhanshu Rai, Romil Modi, and Ranjan Singh praised Roy's determination despite production challenges. The festival concluded with "Father Mother Sister Brother" winning the Golden Lion. (PC: Times Now)

A 41-year-old actress named Anushka Manimohan Das was arrested in Maharashtra's Thane for allegedly running a sex trafficking ring by exploiting aspiring actresses. Police report she lured young women with promises of opportunities in films and TV serials. Two undercover police officers posed as clients to contact Anushka, who arranged a meeting to collect payment. She was caught red-handed during this operation. The investigation led to the rescue of two young women who were seeking to enter the acting industry. The case highlights the exploitation of vulnerable aspiring performers through false promises of career advancement in the entertainment industry. (PC: Aajkaal)

An FIR has been registered against filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali at Bichwal police station in Rajasthan's Bikaner district following a court directive. Jodhpur-based Radha Films CEO Prateek Raj Mathur filed the complaint, alleging he was appointed as line producer for 'Love and War' but later removed without payment. Mathur accused Bhansali and production managers of misbehavior, pushing, insulting, and threatening him at Hotel Narendra Bhawan on August 17. The charges include cheating and criminal breach of trust.The romantic war drama stars Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, scheduled for December release after extensive Bikaner shooting.Police are examining allegations from all parties involved. (PC: Wikipedia)

Poet and lyricist Javed Akhtar responded to West Bengal Urdu Academy's event cancellation after Islamic groups objected to his participation, accusing him of insulting religion. Akhtar, invited as chief guest for "Urdu in Hindi Cinema" panel discussion, said receiving "hate mail from both sides" confirms he's "doing something right." He emphasized his Persian name has no religious association, criticizing India's tendency to link names with religion. Author Taslima Nasreen condemned the academy's decision, warning that bowing to extremist threats empowers them. The cancellation drew criticism from poet-filmmaker Gauhar Raza and civil rights groups like APDR, who flagged broader dangers to democratic rights and freedom of expression in contemporary discourse. (PC: Black Hat Talent Solutions)

Pop star Justin Bieber shocked guests by crashing an Indian wedding in Los Angeles, leaving the bride and attendees overjoyed. A viral video shows Bieber walking in casually, mingling with guests, and posing for photos with bridesmaids. The bride, dressed in a green saree with gold jewellery, looked stunned but thrilled by the surprise. Fans flooded social media with excitement, joking they would leave their husbands if Bieber appeared at their weddings. The singer’s appearance came soon after the release of his seventh studio album Swag, featuring collaborations with Gunna, Lil B, and gospel icon Marvin Winans.