India's streaming industry embraced micro-dramas in 2025. While short-form content will explode in 2026, experts warn mega-mergers like Netflix-Paramount bids for Warner Bros. Discovery could stifle independent storytelling. Read the full analysis.
Veteran filmmakers Priyadarshan, Rajkumar Santoshi & David Dhawan return to Bollywood in 2026, targeting tier-2/3 markets with mass-friendly storytelling. Their new films aim to draw family audiences & box office success.
Due to delayed AB form submissions and alliance talks, five candidates from BJP and Shiv Sena will contest as independents in the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections. Details inside.
GOG announces separation from CD Projekt Red, gaining new independent owners to focus on DRM-free gaming. Deal valued around €100 million. Read more.
A new Indian action-comedy short film 'Hotspot' with survival horror elements, shot in Kolkata's abandoned spots, is now streaming on YouTube. The crew's film shoot turns into a real zombie fight.
Actor Ishaan Khatter reveals how female directors shaped his views on manhood and his acting career. He discusses his 2025 success with 'Homebound' and 'The Royals'. Read his candid insights.
Nagpur's civic elections see 194 free symbols, from fruits to gadgets, for Independents. Symbol allocation on Jan 3 could reshape local politics. Read more on the unique poll battle.
With the nomination deadline approaching, Pune's political aspirants remain in limbo as major parties delay candidate lists. Read about the last-minute scramble and the election schedule.
India's finance ministry mandates public sector banks to immediately report adverse vigilance info on board-level directors, citing serious lapses in disclosures. Read the full directive.
Eight Congress members in Mattathur panchayat resigned, helping a BJP-backed independent win the president's post. KPCC expels members, alleges political sabotage. Read the full story.
Director Kshitij Patwardhan says Marathi cinema is expanding globally. New storytellers and strategic marketing, like Sabar Bonda's NY screening, signal a confident new phase. #MarathiCinema
The 8th Moonwhite Films International Film Festival concluded, awarding 32 films from 200 entries. Founder Devashish Sargam signed for a new international feature. Discover the winners!
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson joked about starting an OnlyFans on Jimmy Fallon's show. He also discussed his role on TKO's board to grow WWE and his journey from $7. Read more.
Two decades later, Euphoria's 'Maaeri' brought a sea of millennials to tears in Lucknow. Palash Sen's raw, emotional speech reveals the lonely battle of independent music in India. Read the full story.
Suresh Ghate, 80, is preparing to contest Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections as an independent, 30 years after his first attempt. The former judge and social worker highlights fading civic responsibility.
Bangladeshi journalist Muktadir Rashid reveals Awami League members can run as independents despite party ban. Get the latest on Bangladesh's political crisis.
WWE star Chelsea Green and independent wrestling icon Matt Cardona have built a combined fortune of $7-10 million. Discover how their different career paths fuel their financial success in 2025.
Nawazuddin Siddiqui discusses reprising his role in Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders, working with Revathy & Deepti Naval, and warns about the perilous state of independent Indian cinema. Read his exclusive interview.
Uncertainty prevails in Ernakulam's municipalities as no front secures a clear majority. Independent councillors' support becomes crucial in Angamaly, Thripunithura, and Eloor for forming the ruling coalition and selecting chairpersons.
From Aryan Khan's satirical web series to Tisca Chopra's OTT thriller, explore the directorial debuts that defined Bollywood in 2025. Get the full list and their stories here.
While Taylor Swift dominates global pop, her brother Austin Swift, born in 1992, has built a distinct career in film and photography away from the spotlight. Discover his journey.
In a stunning upset, independent Sachin 'Jambha' Karale defeats Shiv Sena's 15-year councillor in Ner Municipal Council elections. Discover how grassroots support triumphed over money and political might.
Independent councillor Jose Chellappan backs UDF, ending Alappuzha municipality deadlock. UDF gains majority for chairperson elections on Dec 26. Key development plan includes EMS stadium and CCTV coverage.
In a stunning upset, independent candidate Sachin 'Jambha' Karale wins Ner Municipal Council election, defeating a 15-year Shiv Sena incumbent. A story of grassroots power vs. money politics.
Goa's Zilla Panchayat election results saw a dramatic shift from GFP's early cheers to BJP's evening celebrations. Key MLAs analyze the verdict on development and party-line politics. Read the full story.
Filmmaker Prakash Jha, at London Film Festival, urges multiplexes & OTTs to create affordable avenues for indie cinema distribution. He highlights rising costs as a major barrier.
Independent candidate Radhika Paleykar creates history in Goa by defeating both BJP and Congress in Arambol Zilla Panchayat elections. Discover her journey and the political upset.
BJP emerged as the top gainer in Bhandara district municipal elections, winning president posts in Bhandara & Sakoli. NCP(Ajit) took Paoni, while an independent caused a major upset in Tumsar. Read the full analysis.
R2D2's user-centric designs are creating innovative mobility solutions, helping disabled individuals in India lead more independent lives. Discover the future of assistive technology.
Filmmaker Mohit Suri praised Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar' at a Directors Roundtable hosted by critic Anupama Chopra, who had criticized the film. The viral clip has sparked reactions online.