Actor Rana Daggubati reacted after Dhurandhar: The Revenge surpassed Baahubali 2: The Conclusion at the North American box office. The blockbuster, starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar, ended the nine-year record held by the SS Rajamouli film. Rana welcomed the achievement, saying it’s good to see Indian cinema growing globally and new films setting fresh benchmarks.

Superstar Rajinikanth has revealed that the shooting of his upcoming film Jailer 2 has been completed and the movie is now in its final stages of production. However, the makers are yet to officially lock the release date, with an announcement expected soon. Meanwhile, Rajinikanth also confirmed a new film with Kamal Haasan, which is likely to go on floors in August 2026.

Actor Ranbir Kapoor has revealed that director Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming film Ramayana will have a combined runtime of nearly six hours across two parts. Calling it “nothing less than The Lord of the Rings film trilogy,” Ranbir said the epic aims to deliver a grand cinematic experience with a mix of action and emotion. He also confirmed that work on the second part is already halfway complete.

Producer Benny who made an impression with content films like Bedurulanka, Dhandora, etc is working on three interesting projects - One is a Kids Adventure Drama, the other is a Courtroom Drama, and the third is an entertainer like Little Hearts. We will have to see which of this will go on floors first.

At least four large vessels, including an Indian‑flagged ship, have navigated a new shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, staying within Oman’s territorial waters to bypass disruptions caused by the Iran‑Israel conflict. This alternative path helped tankers carrying oil, LNG and other cargo transit a crucial chokepoint that handles around one‑fifth of global energy flows.

Shreyas Iyer has been fined ₹24 lakh after Punjab Kings were found guilty of maintaining a slow over pace in the Indian Premier League. As it is the team’s second offence this season, the remaining playing XI, including the Impact Player, were fined ₹6 lakh or 25% of their match fees, whichever is lesser. Another violation will bring a one-match ban and ₹30 lakh fine for Iyer.

After the massive success of Dhurandhar 2, all eyes are on Director Aditya Dhar's next Project. As per Variety India, his next slate includes a massive historical epic set during the reign of Chandragupta Maurya, a mythological saga (probably Ashwatthama), and a high-stakes sports drama.

Director Venu Yeldandi wanted Sai Pallavi or Keerthy Suresh for Yellamma. But then, no heroine is ready given that DSP is playing the hero. They feel he is inferior and may be counter-productive to their careers. And so, the makers have started scouting for a new heroine in the movie.

"We have a clear stand on the Capital issue. Chandrababu is attempting perpetual looting under the guise of Amaravati. Machilipatnam–Vijayawada–Guntur region will be developed as a growth corridor and a mega-city. Through this 'Plan B,' a genuine capital city can be realized at a significantly lower cost. Jagan's vision and ideas must be taken to every single village," suggested Sajjala.

The impact of a 5.9 magnitude earthquake that struck Afghanistan was felt in India as well. Ground shook in several parts of Delhi. Tremors were reportedly experienced in Punjab, Haryana, Jammu & Kashmir, and Kargil. Visuals of fans and chandeliers swaying inside various homes in Srinagar due to the force of these tremors are going viral on social media.

Indian-origin chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan has created history by becoming the top-ranked female chess player in England at just 11 years old. The North London student holds a FIDE rating of 2366 and recently surpassed four-time British women’s champion Lan Yao. She has also entered the world’s top 100 female players, currently ranked 72nd globally.

In a shocking incident in Macherla town of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, a 35-year-old woman was severely injured after an unidentified man allegedly assaulted her and inserted an iron rod into her private parts. The attack reportedly occurred at the victim’s residence on Thursday evening. Police have registered a case and launched a search to identify and arrest the accused.

Reports suggest legendary composer AR Rahman has become India’s highest-paid music director after signing the upcoming epic Ramayana. Industry buzz claims Rahman is charging around ₹30 crore as remuneration along with a profit-sharing deal. The unique agreement could significantly increase his total earnings depending on the film’s box office performance.

V. C. Sajjanar has warned the public not to be misled by shiny mangoes in markets. Officials say some traders use chemicals like calcium carbide to artificially ripen fruits. Medical experts warn such mangoes can cause throat irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Authorities urged consumers to buy naturally ripened fruits and report suspicious sales.

Annamalai is missing from the Bharatiya Janata Party candidate list for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly election, surprising many in political circles. The BJP released its first list of 27 candidates after finalising its alliance with All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam.

A late-night raid at a pub in Kondapur, Hyderabad created a sensation after police conducted drug tests on several youths present at the party. Out of eight people tested, six reportedly returned positive results. Among them was the son of a senior IAS officer. Police have taken the samples for further confirmation and initiated an investigation into drug consumption and possible supply links.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah faced an unexpected setback during his Assam visit after his helicopter developed a technical glitch while attempting to land. The issue prevented the aircraft from landing at Golakganj in Dhubri district, forcing the cancellation of his scheduled election rally. Shah later addressed supporters via phone and apologised for not being able to attend the event in person.

AAP's Atishi strongly criticised Raghav Chadha after his removal as Deputy Leader in Rajya Sabha. She alleged he refused to sign an impeachment motion and avoided speaking on key issues like the LPG crisis. Atishi claimed Chadha was afraid to oppose Narendra Modi and warned he might eventually join the BJP.

Is the BRS gearing up for a key political addition? Former minister Jeevan Reddy is expected to join the party on April 13. BRS working president KTR is likely to visit Reddy’s residence on April 7 to formally invite him. After the joining, the party is reportedly planning to hold its plenary meeting in Jagtial.

American doughnut and coffee chain Dunkin' is set to shut down its operations in India by the end of 2026 after struggling with losses and slow growth. Franchise partner Jubilant FoodWorks has decided not to renew its agreement, which expires on December 31. The brand currently operates around 27 outlets in India and contributed only a small share of the company’s revenue.