During the Chennai promotions of Peddi, Ram Charan congratulated Vijay on his political journey. Charan praised Vijay for leaving behind immense stardom and a peak film career to serve the people. Calling it a proud moment for the film industry, he extended his heartfelt wishes to the Tamil Nadu leader.
A massive dust storm swept across Rajasthan, engulfing Churu and nearby districts in thick clouds of sand and reducing visibility to near zero. Strong winds disrupted traffic, forced vehicles to stop, and plunged several areas into darkness before rainfall brought temporary relief from the scorching heat.
The runtime of Ram Charan Starrer Peddi has reportedly been locked at 3 hours and 32 seconds. The lengthy duration suggests a grand-scale narrative packed with drama, action, and emotions. It remains to be seen whether the film's content can keep audiences engaged throughout its extended runtime.
Janhvi Kapoor has revealed that she is unlikely to take up another Malayalam speaking role anytime soon. The actress said Malayalam is a beautiful language but found it very difficult to perform in. Janhvi added that she is more familiar with Telugu and Tamil and is currently enjoying her journey in regional cinema, especially Telugu films.
Writer Nagendra Kasi heaped praise on Atlee’s upcoming film Raaka, calling it a landmark project in Indian cinema. He said Atlee is creating something never seen before and revealed that the film’s thrilling moments were highly impactful even on the sets without BGM. Nagendra believes Raaka will deliver a massive big screen experience for audiences. Watch Here
Tamil star Ajith Kumar’s mother, Mohini, passed away on Saturday morning at her residence. She had been suffering from age related health issues for some time. Her demise has saddened family members, friends and fans. Several film personalities and industry colleagues have expressed their condolences and paid tribute to Mohini, offering support to Ajith and his family.
Peddi has suffered a major blow in Telangana after the High Court declined to intervene in its ticket price hike request. The film’s team withdrew its petition after receiving no favorable response from the Home Secretary despite two representations. Citing previous rulings on ticket pricing, the court refused to issue any orders.
The overseas distribution of PEDDI has encountered a minor setback, with only Part 1 of the Telugu version reaching electronic locations so far. Part 2 is expected within hours, while HDD deliveries are scheduled for Monday. The team must accelerate content dispatch to avoid any disruption to overseas premiere screenings.
The United States has revoked the visa of a Chinese journalist working for Xinhua, escalating a growing media dispute with China. The move came after Beijing expelled a New York Times correspondent. Both nations have traded accusations over press freedom, raising fresh concerns about journalist access and worsening diplomatic tensions.
A major company reportedly spent an astonishing $500 million on Anthropic’s Claude AI in a single month after failing to set usage limits for employees. Thousands of workers freely used the AI platform, causing costs to spiral out of control. The incident has sparked fresh concerns over AI governance, spending controls, and whether massive enterprise AI investments are delivering meaningful returns.
Teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripted history during Rajasthan Royals’ IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 clash against Gujarat Titans. The 15 year old smashed 96 off 47 balls with 8 fours and 7 sixes. He became the first uncapped player to score 700 plus runs in a single IPL season and also the fastest batter to complete 1000 IPL runs in terms of balls faced.
Rishabh Pant has stepped down as Lucknow Super Giants captain after the team’s disastrous IPL season. Bought for a record Rs 27 crore, Pant failed to deliver both as skipper and batter, with LSG finishing last after winning just three matches. The franchise accepted his decision immediately. Reports suggest pressure from management and poor performances influenced Pant’s move.
Actor Naga Chaitanya approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection against AI generated videos, manipulated clips and defamatory online content using his name and image. His legal team objected to claims linking his divorce with Samantha Ruth Prabhu and accused several platforms of spreading false narratives for traffic. The court issued summons and scheduled the next hearing for September 30.
The government has decided to involve the Indian Air Force to transport NEET UG 2026 question papers for the June 21 re-exam. This move aims to ensure a leak proof and secure examination process after earlier paper leak issues. Officials said multiple agencies will coordinate to maintain strict security and conduct a fair nationwide medical entrance exam smoothly.
A photo of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay with an air hostess has gone viral on social media. The cabin crew member Uma Meenakshi shared the picture on Instagram after meeting him on a flight. She described the duty as extra special. Fans praised Vijay's humble nature and approachable image, making the post widely shared online across platforms social media.
Karnataka politics witnessed dramatic developments as reports suggested Chief Minister Siddaramaiah may resign soon. Deputy CM D. K. Shivakumar attended a breakfast meeting with ministers and was seen touching Siddaramaiah’s feet. Siddaramaiah reportedly wished him “all the best,” fueling strong speculation that DK could soon become Karnataka’s next Chief Minister.
After months of internet shutdown, Iran has finally restored partial online access across the country. However, many apps including YouTube, Instagram still face restrictions, while internet speeds remain slow. The shutdown badly affected businesses, content creators and families trying to contact loved ones abroad. Many Iranians now fear authorities could impose another sudden blackout if tensions rise again.
Megastar Chiranjeevi paid an emotional tribute to legendary actor and formerCM NTR on his birth anniversary. Sharing a nostalgic picture with NTR, Chiranjeevi called him an eternal icon of Telugu pride and cinema. He also said receiving the NTR National Award remains one of the most special honors in his life.
Indian-origin neurosurgeon Chirag Patel has been suspended for eight months in the UK after a tribunal found he had a sexual relationship with a patient and secretly prescribed addictive opioids without proper records. Patel reportedly claimed he continued prescriptions after being “blackmailed” over the affair.
The family of Hyderabad mountaineer Arun Kumar Tiwari has decided not to retrieve his body from Mount Everest after his death near the Hillary Step. Calling Everest “Lord Shiva’s abode,” the family cited spiritual beliefs and the extreme dangers of recovery operations in the mountain’s deadly “Death Zone.”