Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 had a massive opening at the box office, earning ₹65.3 crore on its first day, according to Sacnilk. The film, released during Dusshera, is one of the biggest Kannada and pan-India releases of the year. It has crossed the opening collections of films like Saiyaara (₹22 crore), Sikandar (₹26 crore), Chhaava (₹31 crore), and even Rajinikanth’s Coolie (₹65 crore) by a small margin. Actor Jr NTR praised the film, calling Shetty both a “mindblowing actor and brilliant director.” The movie has received positive reviews for its performances and portrayal of folk traditions with modern storytelling.

Delhi Police Special Cell foiled a plot to murder comedian Munawar Faruqui by arresting two gangsters Rahul from Panipat and Sahil from Bhiwani, linked to the Rohit Godara-Goldy Brar-Virender Charan syndicate. The duo, injured in an encounter on Kalindi Kunj-Pushta Road, had conducted surveillance in Mumbai and West Bengal. Acting on a tip-off, police intercepted them at 3 am; the suspects opened fire and were shot in the legs. Rahul was previously involved in a triple murder. The gangsters were allegedly receiving instructions from foreign-based Rohit Godara. Faruqui was targeted due to past controversial remarks. Firearms and a motorcycle were seized, and interrogation is ongoing to uncover the full conspiracy. (PC: Pinterest)

Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas are reportedly planning an extraordinary space-themed wedding with skydiving vows, according to RadarOnline. An insider revealed their shared passion for daring feats bonds them, with Cruise "obsessed with space travel" and excited about becoming "the first couple to ever marry in outer space." They've discussed exchanging vows mid-air while skydiving. The actors sparked dating rumors in July 2025 during a Vermont weekend trip, photographed walking hand-in-hand. Despite their 26-year age gap (Cruise is 63, de Armas is 37) they appear comfortable together. Neither has officially confirmed wedding plans. Cruise's previous marriages include Nicole Kidman and Katie Holmes, while de Armas previously dated Ben Affleck. (PC: X) 

Australian actress Nicole Kidman and country singer Keith Urban have announced their separation after almost 20 years of marriage. The couple, married in June 2006, reportedly began living apart in June 2025, despite Kidman’s recent anniversary tribute on Instagram. Sources indicate that Urban has moved out of their Nashville home, while Kidman has made efforts to save the relationship. They share two daughters, Sunday Rose (17) and Faith Margaret (14). The separation marks the end of a high-profile Hollywood marriage, with both continuing their professional commitments amid this personal change.  

President Donald Trump confirmed Monday that the US will impose a 100% tariff on all movies made outside America, claiming foreign countries "stole" the film business "like candy from a baby." Trump framed the issue as both economic and a national security threat, calling it "messaging and propaganda." The announcement formalizes his May signal when he authorized the Commerce Department and USTR to impose duties on foreign films. Trump insists tariffs will "level the playing field" and bring production home. However, industry experts warn this could harm Hollywood, as major studios like Disney, Paramount, and Warner Bros frequently shoot abroad. Entertainment stocks dipped following the announcement, with Netflix falling 1.4%. (PC: Hindustan Times)

Deepika Padukone and Farah Khan have unfollowed each other on Instagram, sparking speculation about a major fallout between the longtime friends. Farah, who launched Deepika in Om Shanti Om, has also unfollowed Ranveer Singh. This comes after Farah made multiple comments about Deepika's alleged 8-hour workday demands in her YouTube vlogs. Farah jokingly stated Deepika "only shoots for 8 hours now" and doesn't have time for her show. The timing coincides with Deepika's removal from Kalki 2 and Spirit, reportedly due to her demands including eight-hour shifts, high salary, and profit-sharing. While no official confirmation exists, their Instagram activity suggests relationship troubles between the collaborators. (PC: X)

Zubeen Garg's family has filed a complaint with Assam CID demanding a thorough investigation into the 52-year-old singer's death in Singapore on September 19. His wife Garima Saikia, sister Palme Borthakur, and uncle Manoj Kumar Borthakur approached authorities questioning the circumstances of his alleged accidental drowning during a yacht party. The Assam government established a Special Investigating Team after requesting a second post-mortem. FIRs were filed against manager Siddharth and event organizer Shyamkanu Mahanta, with CID raids conducted at their homes. Both must appear before CID by October 6 or face strict action. Zubeen was cremated with state honors on September 23 in Kamarkuchi village. (PC: India Today NE)

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco confirmed their marriage on September 27, 2025, in Santa Barbara, California. The couple announced their wedding on Instagram with photos showing them in wedding attire. They got engaged in December 2024 after dating since 2023, though they've known each other for over a decade. The ceremony took place at a private estate in Santa Barbara with guests staying at the exclusive El Encanto hotel. Selena wore a satin halterneck gown with lace details for the intimate celebration. The former Disney Channel star and music producer shared polaroids and film footage from their special day, marking the next chapter in their relationship.

Mumbai Police arrested Dilip Choudhary from West Bengal for allegedly making extortion calls to comedian Kapil Sharma, demanding ₹1 crore. Between September 22 and 23, Sharma received seven threatening calls and videos. Choudhary invoked gangster names Rohit Godara and Goldy Brar to instill fear. The Mumbai Crime Branch is investigating whether Choudhary has direct links to these gangsters or was impersonating them. He has been remanded to police custody until September 30. Officials confirmed the threats were both verbal and visual. The probe continues to determine the full extent of the conspiracy and any organized crime connections. (PC: Pinterest)

Renowned Assamese singer Papon shared an emotional tribute to his late friend Zubeen Garg, who tragically passed away on September 19 in Singapore due to an alleged drowning incident. Posting an old photograph of the two from a past event, Papon expressed his deep sorrow, stating, "Missing you so much, my brother. Stay happy wherever you are." In his post, Papon also appealed for a swift and transparent investigation into Zubeen's death, urging authorities to expedite the probe to provide clarity and answers to the grieving public. (PC: HT File)