Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 continues its strong run at the box office, earning ₹28.43 crore on its sixth day. The film’s total collection in India now stands at ₹285.18 crore and is expected to cross ₹300 crore by Wednesday. Directed and written by Rishab Shetty, the Kannada prequel to the 2022 hit Kantara stars Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, and Jayaram. Set a thousand years before the original, it tells the story of a tribal man’s fight for his people’s freedom. The film has received praise for its visuals, storytelling, and powerful performances.

Actor Rishab Shetty has requested fans not to dress as Daiva while watching Kantara Chapter 1 in theatres. Speaking to India Today, he said such actions hurt the sentiments of communities that worship Daiva. Shetty explained that Daiva is a sacred belief, not a costume for fun. “We worship Daiva. Please don’t mock it,” he said. The actor added that his team always performs such scenes with respect and seeks blessings before filming. He urged fans to enjoy the movie as cinema but avoid hurting cultural and spiritual feelings by imitating Daiva in public. (PC: India Today)

Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 has stormed past ₹325 crore worldwide in just 4 days. The Kannada film earned ₹61 crore on Sunday, taking its domestic total to ₹223.25 crore net. It is now the first Kannada movie of 2025 to cross ₹300 crore globally. The film has beaten KGF Chapter 1 and HanuMan in total earnings, becoming the third-highest-grossing Kannada film ever, behind KGF Chapter 2 and the first Kantara. Starring Rishab Shetty and Rukmini Vasanth, this prequel has received strong audience reviews and could cross ₹400 crore by the end of its first week. (PC: HT)

Actor Pankaj Tripathi surprised fans with a bold new look shared on Instagram. He wore a green velvet sherwani jacket with gold embroidery, paired with red dhoti-style trousers and gold loafers. Tripathi called it a “nayi shuruwat” (new beginning) in his caption. Ranveer Singh reacted, saying, “Arre! Yeh kya, Guruji?! Hum sudhar gaye, aur aap bigad gaye?” Other stars like Gulshan Devaiah and Harshdeep Kaur also praised the look. Some fans even asked if the photos were real or AI-generated. Tripathi was last seen in Metro In Dino and will next appear in Parivarik ManuRanjan. (PC: Instagram)

Telugu cinema stars Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna have reportedly got engaged in a private ceremony attended by close family, fueling excitement among fans. Sources suggest their wedding is planned for February 2026, though the couple has not publicly confirmed the news. The pair, who have shared screen space in hits like Geetha Govindam and Dear Comrade, have long been linked by media and fans alike. Social media has erupted with congratulations, celebrating the high-profile couple. Industry insiders describe the engagement as a quiet family affair, keeping details under wraps ahead of the grand wedding. (PC: India Today)

A coalition of health care providers, religious organisations, educators and unions has filed a federal lawsuit in San Francisco to block President Donald Trump’s abrupt imposition of a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications. They argue the fee was introduced via presidential proclamation without congressional authorization or due process, making it unlawful and arbitrary. Plaintiffs warn the policy threatens hospitals, schools, research institutions and religious organisations that rely on foreign skilled talent, and could stifle U.S. innovation. (PC: Reuters)

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.