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<p>South Korean girl group BLACKPINK have been jam-packed with a world tour schedule, individual appearances at award shows and their comeback with their mini-album. Amid the buzz of their comeback, the group has reportedly given a treat to their fans: the girl band has achieved RIAA gold certification for their latest track, <i>Jump</i>. Let's delve in to know more.</p><h2>BLACKPINK earns a milestone ahead of comeback!</h2><p>As per reports, the RIAA announced on its official website on January 15th, local time, that&nbsp;</p><p>BLACKPINK's <i>Jump</i> has earned gold certification by surpassing 500,000 units as of December 11, 2025. Reportedly, the certification accounts for physical sales, paid digital downloads and audio/video streaming metrics in the US.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/happy-patel-khatarnak-jasoor-review-more-chaos-than-comedy-vir-das-s-spy-parody-is-a-messy-fever-dream-1768557135201"><strong>Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos review: More chaos than comedy? Vir Das’s spy parody is a messy fever dream</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Moreover, the hit track was released without a physical album and achieved the 75 million streams required for 500,000 units through streaming alone.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/national-startup-day-2026-top-7-movies-and-series-about-startups-and-entrepreneurship-to-watch-on-netflix-prime-video-and-more-1768540884506"><strong>National Startup Day 2026: 7 Movies and shows on startups and entrepreneurship</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>According to a report by <i>The Chosun Daily, </i>Jump had also acquired platinum certification from Music Canada and SNEP in France for 30 million streams. It also earned gold certifications in Australia, Belgium, New Zealand and the Netherlands, establishing the dominance the group has across music markets in North America and Europe.</p><h2>All about BLACKPINK's upcoming album, Deadline</h2><p>BLACKPINK is all set to be back with their third mini-album titled <i>Deadline</i>. On January 14, YG Entertainment announced the news on the group’s social media accounts, unveiling a high-speed title reveal with flashing pink beams against a black backdrop.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/are-dhanush-and-mrunal-thakur-headed-for-a-valentine-s-day-wedding-1768547997665"><strong>Are Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur headed for a Valentine's Day wedding?</strong></a></p>

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BLACKPINK's latest track, Jump, which was released last year, has reportedly earned RIAA Gold right ahead of their mini-album comeback. Read to know more details. 

South Korean girl group BLACKPINK have been jam-packed with a world tour schedule, individual appearances at award shows and their comeback with their mini-album. Amid the buzz of their comeback, the group has reportedly given a treat to their fans: the girl band has achieved RIAA gold certification for their latest track, Jump. Let's delve in to know more. BLACKPINK earns a milestone ahead of comeback! As per reports, the RIAA announced on its official website on January 15th, local time, that BLACKPINK's Jump has earned gold certification by surpassing 500,000 units as of December 11, 2025. Reportedly, the certification accounts for physical sales, paid digital downloads and audio/video streaming metrics in the US. Also Read: Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos review: More chaos than comedy? Vir Das’s spy parody is a messy fever dream Moreover, the hit track was released without a physical album and achieved the 75 million streams required for 500,000 units through streaming alone. Also Read: National Startup Day 2026: 7 Movies and shows on startups and entrepreneurship According to a report by The Chosun Daily, Jump had also acquired platinum certification from Music Canada and SNEP in France for 30 million streams. It also earned gold certifications in Australia, Belgium, New Zealand and the Netherlands, establishing the dominance the group has across music markets in North America and Europe. All about BLACKPINK's upcoming album, Deadline BLACKPINK is all set to be back with their third mini-album titled Deadline. On January 14, YG Entertainment announced the news on the group’s social media accounts, unveiling a high-speed title reveal with flashing pink beams against a black backdrop. Also Read: Are Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur headed for a Valentine's Day wedding?

<p>BLACKPINK's latest track, Jump, which was released last year, has reportedly earned RIAA Gold right ahead of their mini-album comeback. Read to know more details.&nbsp;</p>

BLACKPINK's track 'Jump' earns RIAA Gold ahead of comeback with third mini-album

<p>It’s all there, but not quite. Vir Das, known primarily for his stand-up comedy, co-directs (with Kavi Shastri) and co-writes (with Amogh Ranadive) <i>Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos,&nbsp;</i>which starts on a promising note, but the chaos and the humour that come along with it runs its course midway through the film. I was seated when the film began, which showed Aamir Khan as a dreaded gangster in Goa’s fictitious Panjore out on a killing spree and engaging in a gun fight with two British agents.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Khan’s character bumps off quite early, along with Sumukhi Suresh (who plays a dutiful maid busy cleaning the room amid firing). Wasted potential, really, as both actors would have accelerated the story’s absurdities better than the protagonist Happy Patel does.&nbsp;</p><h2>What’s the plot of Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos?</h2><p>Happy Patel (Das) is raised as a Brit by two ex-MI7 spies. The two ‘Dads’, as he keeps calling them, want him to become a spy for the British government and train him as well, but Happy keeps failing the MI7 entrance test. His interest lies in food and he knows what ingredients to use to make bland dishes taste delectable. When an Birtish scientist, the brain behind a revolutionary fairness cream, goes missing in India, Happy is recruited by MI7 and sent off to Goa, to feed all stereotypes around the West’s obsession with the beach state and also find the missing lady. Happy is also told that his origins lie in Goa, and in a three-week crash course, he is taught to be Indian. His crash course includes eating with your hands instead of a spoon, spreading arms like SRK to seduce women, and speaking Hindi the wrong way.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In Panjore, he meets Geet (Sharib Hashmi), his local handler who sips tea to speak in code language, Roxy (Srushti Tawde), the handler’s handler and a techie genius and Rupa(Mithila Palkar), an aspiring dancer. His search for the missing lady takes him to Mama (Mona Singh), the local don, who also runs a catering business and is obsessed with cutlets. But how to connect the dots between Mama, the missing expat and Happy’s own back story? Chaos, confusion and dollops of comedy ensue.</p><h2>What works and what does not</h2><p>Lots of meta references, including one brief reunion of sorts of the Delhi Belly cast compising of Das, Imran Khan (god, how much he has been missed), and Kunal Roy Kapoor and double-meaning dialogues with Hindi gaffes make you laugh out loud. Das is almost everywhere, he sings, dances, woos the girl and even dances off in the middle of a gory fight with the villain. The film takes digs at NRI stereotypes, their obsession with Goa, Hindi films, blind love for SRK kind of romance, politics and more. While the first half is enjoyable, in the second, the chaos overpowers logic, and the humour fizzles out.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>I was keen to watch more of Sumukhi, Aamir and Mona on screen- all of whom are not used to their potential. Neither is Mithila Palkar, a gifted performer, who is reduced to being just a petty face in the film.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film has a lot of Vir Das. While the comedian’s act on stage has been well-received across the world, he is not the right choice to play a leading man in a comedy film. His British-accented Hindi sounds annoying after a point, even though he keeps it consistent, unlike the comedy. Das grimaces and shrugs through the two-hour-long comedy and shines mostly in the first half. His aide, Sharib Hashmi, has a more natural flair with his comic timing on screen, but gets limited scope to shine.&nbsp;</p>

<p> </p><p>There are jokes and gags in plenty. A Sikh Man dreamily says ‘Daddy’ whenever Happy spreads his arm wide, SRK style, the subtitles are misspelt purposely to reiterate Happy’s wonky Hindi, there is a cook-off right in the middle of a climax featuring Sanjeev Kapoor, a gun wielding gangster’s answer to the question ‘what’s happening?’ is “murdering”, Happy shields himself from a butcher knife attack by performing some signature steps from iconic Bollywood songs. </p><h2>Final verdict</h2><p>Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos is a comedy for a select few. On paper and while writing, the jokes may have felt funny but not all land that effectively. It’s mad and chaotic, as it should be for a comedy, but perhaps Das’s performative humour doesn’t land as effectively as his comic sets on stage. </p><p> </p><p>Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos is now running in theatres. </p>

Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos is co-directed by Vir Das and features him as the lead protagonist. The Spy parody is backed by Aamir Khan, who also features in a cameo role along with Imran Khan. 

It’s all there, but not quite. Vir Das, known primarily for his stand-up comedy, co-directs (with Kavi Shastri) and co-writes (with Amogh Ranadive) Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, which starts on a promising note, but the chaos and the humour that come along with it runs its course midway through the film. I was seated when the film began, which showed Aamir Khan as a dreaded gangster in Goa’s fictitious Panjore out on a killing spree and engaging in a gun fight with two British agents. Khan’s character bumps off quite early, along with Sumukhi Suresh (who plays a dutiful maid busy cleaning the room amid firing). Wasted potential, really, as both actors would have accelerated the story’s absurdities better than the protagonist Happy Patel does. What’s the plot of Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos? Happy Patel (Das) is raised as a Brit by two ex-MI7 spies. The two ‘Dads’, as he keeps calling them, want him to become a spy for the British government and train him as well, but Happy keeps failing the MI7 entrance test. His interest lies in food and he knows what ingredients to use to make bland dishes taste delectable. When an Birtish scientist, the brain behind a revolutionary fairness cream, goes missing in India, Happy is recruited by MI7 and sent off to Goa, to feed all stereotypes around the West’s obsession with the beach state and also find the missing lady. Happy is also told that his origins lie in Goa, and in a three-week crash course, he is taught to be Indian. His crash course includes eating with your hands instead of a spoon, spreading arms like SRK to seduce women, and speaking Hindi the wrong way. In Panjore, he meets Geet (Sharib Hashmi), his local handler who sips tea to speak in code language, Roxy (Srushti Tawde), the handler’s handler and a techie genius and Rupa(Mithila Palkar), an aspiring dancer. His search for the missing lady takes him to Mama (Mona Singh), the local don, who also runs a catering business and is obsessed with cutlets. But how to connect the dots between Mama, the missing expat and Happy’s own back story? Chaos, confusion and dollops of comedy ensue. What works and what does not Lots of meta references, including one brief reunion of sorts of the Delhi Belly cast compising of Das, Imran Khan (god, how much he has been missed), and Kunal Roy Kapoor and double-meaning dialogues with Hindi gaffes make you laugh out loud. Das is almost everywhere, he sings, dances, woos the girl and even dances off in the middle of a gory fight with the villain. The film takes digs at NRI stereotypes, their obsession with Goa, Hindi films, blind love for SRK kind of romance, politics and more. While the first half is enjoyable, in the second, the chaos overpowers logic, and the humour fizzles out. I was keen to watch more of Sumukhi, Aamir and Mona on screen- all of whom are not used to their potential. Neither is Mithila Palkar, a gifted performer, who is reduced to being just a petty face in the film. The film has a lot of Vir Das. While the comedian’s act on stage has been well-received across the world, he is not the right choice to play a leading man in a comedy film. His British-accented Hindi sounds annoying after a point, even though he keeps it consistent, unlike the comedy. Das grimaces and shrugs through the two-hour-long comedy and shines mostly in the first half. His aide, Sharib Hashmi, has a more natural flair with his comic timing on screen, but gets limited scope to shine.

<p>Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos is co-directed by Vir Das and features him as the lead protagonist. The Spy parody is backed by Aamir Khan, who also features in a cameo role along with Imran Khan.&nbsp;</p>

Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos review: More chaos than comedy? Vir Das’s spy parody is a messy fever dream

From being a K-pop idol to an actor, Kwon Nara has established herself as one of the renowned actresses in the South Korean entertainment industry. Let's take a look at a few of the shows she has been part of. 

<p>From being a K-pop idol to an actor, Kwon Nara has established herself as one of the renowned actresses in the South Korean entertainment industry. Let's take a look at a few of the shows she has been part of.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Prime Video has just dropped the thrilling teaser for Daldal, and it's a game-changer! Bhumi Pednekar stars as DCP Rita Ferreira, a tough cop investigating a serial killer in Mumbai. The series is based on Vish Dhamija's bestselling book Bhendi Bazaar and promises to be a one-of-a-kind psychological thriller.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Directed by Amrit Raj Gupta, and co-written by Triveni alongside Rohan D’Souza, Priya Saggi, Sreekanth Agneeaswaran, and Hussain Haidry. Daldal will release on Amazon Prime Video on January 30.</p><h2>Daldal teaser review: Bhumi Pednekar's cop drama looks dark</h2><p>The 60-second teaser begins with a warning disclaimer, ‘Viewer discretion advised,’ and within a few seconds, you discover why. &nbsp;Sharing the teaser, Prime Video wrote,''Suffocating. Unsettling. Captivating. Get ready to be pulled in.''</p>

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<p>Based on real-life events, the teaser opens with Bhumi Pednekar, who is playing the role of DCP Rita Ferreira, &nbsp;entering a gruesome crime scene where a man has been brutally murdered with an object stuffed in his mouth. What follows is a series of back-to-back murders that leave Bhumi struggling with her own past traumas. We see her haunted by disturbing visions, including imagining herself in a school uniform stained with blood.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The unsettling scenes continue with a suicide and a dead body. All ends in a chilling moment where Bhumi stares directly at the camera. The teaser is without dialogue, and relies heavily on the scenes.&nbsp;</p><h2>What is Dalal about?</h2><p>‘’RITA FERREIRA, the newly appointed DCP of the Mumbai Crime Branch, wears her crown like a curse. Introverted and plagued by impostor syndrome, Rita is shaken by the brutal murder of – an innocent good samaritan whose death eerily mirrors a violent thought Rita had about him, just hours earlier. Wracked with guilt, Rita is drawn to the case and, against all odds, takes it upon herself to find the killer while battling resistance from her colleagues, a deeply patriarchal system, and her unravelling personal life. The investigation pits her against ANITA ACHARYA, a rookie reporter, whose dual existence is a scary contrast. But their true conflict isn’t with each other - it’s with the ghosts of their pasts. What follows is a cat-and-mouse game between two women forged in trauma, set against the gritty backdrop of Mumbai and its crime branch. Only one will emerge redeemed,'' read the logline.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Apart from Pednekkar, &nbsp;the show stars Aditya Rawal, Samara Tijori, Geeta Agrawal, Chinmay Mandlekar, Ananth Narayan Mahadevan, Rahul Bhat, Sandeep Kulkarni, Shivraj Walvekar, Sandesh Kulkarni, Jaya Bhattacharya, Saurabh Goyal, Vibhawari Deshpande, Emily R. Acland, Vijay Krishna, Pratap Phad, Pratiek Pachori, Mehul Dinesh Buch.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Known for her versatility, Bhumi enters the unsettling world of gore as a cop who is investigating a series of murders done by a serial killer.  

Prime Video has just dropped the thrilling teaser for Daldal, and it's a game-changer! Bhumi Pednekar stars as DCP Rita Ferreira, a tough cop investigating a serial killer in Mumbai. The series is based on Vish Dhamija's bestselling book Bhendi Bazaar and promises to be a one-of-a-kind psychological thriller. Directed by Amrit Raj Gupta, and co-written by Triveni alongside Rohan D’Souza, Priya Saggi, Sreekanth Agneeaswaran, and Hussain Haidry. Daldal will release on Amazon Prime Video on January 30. Daldal teaser review: Bhumi Pednekar's cop drama looks dark The 60-second teaser begins with a warning disclaimer, ‘Viewer discretion advised,’ and within a few seconds, you discover why. Sharing the teaser, Prime Video wrote,''Suffocating. Unsettling. Captivating. Get ready to be pulled in.''

<p>Known for her versatility, Bhumi enters the unsettling world of gore as a cop who is investigating a series of murders done by a serial killer. &nbsp;</p>

Daldal teaser: Bhumi Pednekar's cop drama looks gory, unsettling and captivating

Mrunal Thakur has carved out a niche for herself in the Indian film industry with strong and intense roles. She started her career on TV and earned stardom with her roles in Hindi as well as Telugu cinema.  Take a look at the five best movies of hers available on OTT.

<p>Mrunal Thakur has carved out a niche for herself in the Indian film industry with strong and intense roles. She started her career on TV and earned stardom with her roles in Hindi as well as Telugu cinema. &nbsp;Take a look at the five best movies of hers available on OTT.</p>

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January 16 is celebrated as National Startup Day. From Band Baaja Baaraat to TVF Pitchers, check out movies and shows that centred around start-ups, highlighting the problems faced by small businesses- from funding to facing competition. 

<p>January 16 is celebrated as National Startup Day. From Band Baaja Baaraat to TVF Pitchers, check out movies and shows that centred around start-ups, highlighting the problems faced by small businesses- from funding to facing competition.&nbsp;</p>

National Startup Day 2026: Top 7 movies and series about startups and entrepreneurship to watch on Netflix, Prime Video and more

<p>The rumours of Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush have emerged once again as speculations of the duo tying the knot on Valentine's Day are creating buzz on social media. Although the actress had already addressed the relationship rumours last year, the rumours continue to swirl. But what's the truth behind their wedding speculation? Let's delve in to know more details.</p><h2>Are Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush getting married on February 14?</h2><p>Reports of the duo emerged that the duo are planning a Valentine's Day wedding and reportedly plan to exchange vows in a highly private ceremony with only select family members and friends in attendance.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/karan-johar-calls-oscar-campaign-for-homebound-a-bottomless-pit-adds-money-was-not-a-driving-force-behind-it-1768546590589"><strong>Karan Johar calls Oscar campaign for Homebound ‘a bottomless pit’, adds money was not a driving force behind it</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, a report of Deccan Herald says otherwise. Reportedly, a source close to them has cleared the air about it. Reportedly, the news of them getting married has been termed as completely baseless and has even urged the fans to ignore the fake news. The source stated, "This is completely fake and baseless. Please don't fall for it."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/new-friday-ott-releases-january-16-2026-the-rip-kalamkaval-120-bahadur-6-new-movies-and-tv-shows-on-netflix-prime-video-sonyliv-and-more-1768460340017"><strong>New Friday OTT Releases (January 16, 2026): 6 new movies and TV shows on OTT</strong></a></p><h2>How did the dating rumours of Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush begin?</h2><p>The rumours of something brewing between Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur began at the actress' star-studded birthday celebration in August. Dhanush was seen attending the event, and later the two were spotted sharing a hug at the premiere of<i> Son of Sardaar 2. </i>Thakur's comment on the actor’s photos from Varanasi, praising Dhanush's film journey from <i>Raanjhanaa to Tere Ishq Mein</i>, also went viral, intensifying the rumours.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/happy-birthday-sidharth-malhotra-everything-about-his-upcoming-movies-net-worth-family-and-more-1768474664719"><strong>Happy Birthday Sidharth Malhotra: His upcoming movies, net worth and family</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Later, the actress chose to reply to all the rumours by issuing a clarification or addressing the matter directly. The actress had posted a video on her Instagram stories in which she can be seen laughing while getting her hair oiled by her mother. It was captioned. "They talk, we laugh. P.S. Rumours are free, and I love free stuff!"</p><h2>Upcoming projects of Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur</h2><p>Mrunal Thakur was last seen in Son of Sardaar 2 opposite Ajay Devgn. Her upcoming projects include <i>Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai</i>, starring Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde, Mouni Roy, and Maniesh Paul. She will also feature in <i>Dacoit</i> alongside Adivi Sesh and Do Deewane Seher Mein opposite Siddhant Chaturvedi, which is set to release on February 20, 2026.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/happy-birthday-vijay-sethupathi-vikram-vedha-jawan-and-more-movies-that-defined-his-career-across-tamil-and-hindi-cinema-on-netflix-prime-and-other-1768527561745"><strong>Happy Birthday Vijay Sethupathi: Vikram, Jawan &amp; more that defined his career</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While Dhanush will next be seen in a film titled <i>Kara</i>, which was previously titled <i>D54</i>. Helmed by Por Thonzil director Vignesh Raja, it is scheduled for a release in February 2026.</p>

Reports of Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur tying the knot on Valentine's Day are doing the rounds on the internet. But what's the truth behind it? Read to know more details. 

The rumours of Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush have emerged once again as speculations of the duo tying the knot on Valentine's Day are creating buzz on social media. Although the actress had already addressed the relationship rumours last year, the rumours continue to swirl. But what's the truth behind their wedding speculation? Let's delve in to know more details. Are Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush getting married on February 14? Reports of the duo emerged that the duo are planning a Valentine's Day wedding and reportedly plan to exchange vows in a highly private ceremony with only select family members and friends in attendance. Also Read: Karan Johar calls Oscar campaign for Homebound ‘a bottomless pit’, adds money was not a driving force behind it However, a report of Deccan Herald says otherwise. Reportedly, a source close to them has cleared the air about it. Reportedly, the news of them getting married has been termed as completely baseless and has even urged the fans to ignore the fake news. The source stated, "This is completely fake and baseless. Please don't fall for it." Also Read: New Friday OTT Releases (January 16, 2026): 6 new movies and TV shows on OTT How did the dating rumours of Mrunal Thakur and Dhanush begin? The rumours of something brewing between Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur began at the actress' star-studded birthday celebration in August. Dhanush was seen attending the event, and later the two were spotted sharing a hug at the premiere of Son of Sardaar 2. Thakur's comment on the actor’s photos from Varanasi, praising Dhanush's film journey from Raanjhanaa to Tere Ishq Mein, also went viral, intensifying the rumours. Also Read: Happy Birthday Sidharth Malhotra: His upcoming movies, net worth and family Later, the actress chose to reply to all the rumours by issuing a clarification or addressing the matter directly. The actress had posted a video on her Instagram stories in which she can be seen laughing while getting her hair oiled by her mother. It was captioned. "They talk, we laugh. P.S. Rumours are free, and I love free stuff!" Upcoming projects of Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur Mrunal Thakur was last seen in Son of Sardaar 2 opposite Ajay Devgn. Her upcoming projects include Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, starring Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde, Mouni Roy, and Maniesh Paul. She will also feature in Dacoit alongside Adivi Sesh and Do Deewane Seher Mein opposite Siddhant Chaturvedi, which is set to release on February 20, 2026. Also Read: Happy Birthday Vijay Sethupathi: Vikram, Jawan & more that defined his career While Dhanush will next be seen in a film titled Kara, which was previously titled D54. Helmed by Por Thonzil director Vignesh Raja, it is scheduled for a release in February 2026.

<p>Reports of Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur tying the knot on Valentine's Day are doing the rounds on the internet. But what's the truth behind it? Read to know more details.&nbsp;</p>

Are Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur headed for a Valentine's Day wedding?

<p>The news of Neeraj Ghaywan’s directorial Homebound being shortlisted in the Top 15 films in the Best International Feature category at the 98th Academy Awards may have been welcomed by fans of the film, but producer Karan Johar has admitted that the film’s campaigning at the Oscars is an expensive affair, which feels like a ‘bottomless pit’. Karan described the film as a ‘passion project’ and added that money was never a driving force behind it.&nbsp;</p><h2>Expensive Oscar campaign</h2><p>For every film to make it to the top 5 nominees list, there has to be an extensive campaign around the films, months in advance. Karan appeared on a podcast with PeepingMoon and Telly MEK on YouTube and spoke about Homebound’s Oscar run. KJo said that his business partner Adar Poonawalla has spared no expense while launching the Oscar campaign for their film Homebound, which stars Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Karan said Adar wasn’t concerned about the money spent on the film’s Oscar campaign, as they saw it as an opportunity rather than a risky financial bet.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“We were doing Homebound. I told him that doing an Oscar campaign will cost money, and sometimes it is a bottomless pit. Because you don’t know what the end result will be, and whether you will even make it to the shortlist of 15 and then 5. It is an uphill task,” Karan admitted.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/homebound-movie-review-ishaan-khatter-and-vishal-jethwa-are-terrific-in-neeraj-ghaywan-s-tale-of-disparity-1758876893080"><strong>Homebound movie review: Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa are terrific in Neeraj Ghaywan’s tale of disparity</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“You have to employ publicists and travel and make noise and do media abroad and screenings abroad. But Adar said Karan, this is a great opportunity and a great film, let’s do everything in our capacity. Let’s not think of profit and loss on this one. Let’s think of passion over any monetary benefit. That’s what we did. It is not a money-making exercise for us. It is about credibility. We will do other films for survival, but Homebound was always a passion project. There is no monetary game in that film.”</p><h2>Homebound is Oscar bound</h2><p>Director Neeraj Ghaywan’s Homebound, starring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor, has been shortlisted for the 98th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category. It is India’s official entry to the Oscars this year. The final nominations will be announced on January 22. 2026.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Comedian Conan O’Brien will return to host the 98th Academy Awards, which will be held on March 15.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Homebound has been well-received by the international audience this past year after it premiered at the Cannes Film Festival 2025.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also see: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/yearender-mrs-sitaare-zameen-par-homebound-the-best-hindi-films-of-2025-and-where-1766746346052"><strong>Mrs, Sitaare Zameen Par, Homebound: The best Hindi films of 2025 and where to watch them</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Homebound follows childhood friends Shoaib (Ishaan Khatter) and Chandan (Vishal Jethwa), whose shared dream of joining the police force is disrupted after the government announces a lockdown due to COVID-19 in 2020.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Homebound is produced by Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, Apoorva Mehta, Somen Mishra and co-produced by Marijke deSouza and Melita Toscan Du Plantier, along with Martin Scorsese and Pravin Khairnar acting as the Executive Producers.</p>

Karan Johar- produced film Homebound is India's official entry to the Oscars 2026 in the Best International Feature category. The film is directed by Neeraj Ghaywan and features Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa in the lead. 

The news of Neeraj Ghaywan’s directorial Homebound being shortlisted in the Top 15 films in the Best International Feature category at the 98th Academy Awards may have been welcomed by fans of the film, but producer Karan Johar has admitted that the film’s campaigning at the Oscars is an expensive affair, which feels like a ‘bottomless pit’. Karan described the film as a ‘passion project’ and added that money was never a driving force behind it. Expensive Oscar campaign For every film to make it to the top 5 nominees list, there has to be an extensive campaign around the films, months in advance. Karan appeared on a podcast with PeepingMoon and Telly MEK on YouTube and spoke about Homebound’s Oscar run. KJo said that his business partner Adar Poonawalla has spared no expense while launching the Oscar campaign for their film Homebound, which stars Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor. Karan said Adar wasn’t concerned about the money spent on the film’s Oscar campaign, as they saw it as an opportunity rather than a risky financial bet. “We were doing Homebound. I told him that doing an Oscar campaign will cost money, and sometimes it is a bottomless pit. Because you don’t know what the end result will be, and whether you will even make it to the shortlist of 15 and then 5. It is an uphill task,” Karan admitted. Also read: Homebound movie review: Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa are terrific in Neeraj Ghaywan’s tale of disparity “You have to employ publicists and travel and make noise and do media abroad and screenings abroad. But Adar said Karan, this is a great opportunity and a great film, let’s do everything in our capacity. Let’s not think of profit and loss on this one. Let’s think of passion over any monetary benefit. That’s what we did. It is not a money-making exercise for us. It is about credibility. We will do other films for survival, but Homebound was always a passion project. There is no monetary game in that film.” Homebound is Oscar bound Director Neeraj Ghaywan’s Homebound, starring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor, has been shortlisted for the 98th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category. It is India’s official entry to the Oscars this year. The final nominations will be announced on January 22. 2026. Comedian Conan O’Brien will return to host the 98th Academy Awards, which will be held on March 15. Homebound has been well-received by the international audience this past year after it premiered at the Cannes Film Festival 2025. Also see: Mrs, Sitaare Zameen Par, Homebound: The best Hindi films of 2025 and where to watch them Homebound follows childhood friends Shoaib (Ishaan Khatter) and Chandan (Vishal Jethwa), whose shared dream of joining the police force is disrupted after the government announces a lockdown due to COVID-19 in 2020. Homebound is produced by Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, Apoorva Mehta, Somen Mishra and co-produced by Marijke deSouza and Melita Toscan Du Plantier, along with Martin Scorsese and Pravin Khairnar acting as the Executive Producers.

<p>Karan Johar- produced film Homebound is India's official entry to the Oscars 2026 in the Best International Feature category. The film is directed by Neeraj Ghaywan and features Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa in the lead.&nbsp;</p>

Karan Johar calls Oscar campaign for Homebound ‘a bottomless pit’, adds money was not a driving force behind it

<p>Jallikattu is a bull-taming sport that has been practised in Tamil Nadu since 400 BC. It is organised during the Pongal Harvest festival in mid-January. It is the most intense cultural ritual of the South Indian state and symbolises bravery, valour, and the deep-rooted agrarian relationship between farmers and their cattle. It is a part of the pride and cultural heritage of rural Tamil Nadu, and it draws massive crowds each year.</p><h2>How is Jallikattu played?</h2><p>The sport is practised by releasing a bull through a narrow door (vadi vasal) to an arena where the participant tries to hold on to the hump of the bull for some distance or time while the bull tries to escape. The distance and time vary depending on the competition. Tamers or participants are not allowed to touch any other part of the bull, like the neck, the horn or the tail. Historically, the bull used to have a red flag or gold coins tied to its horn, which the tamer would retrieve to complete the sport.&nbsp;</p><h2>Why was it banned?&nbsp;</h2><p>The Supreme Court in 2014 banned the sport after concerns from activists from the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) and People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) &nbsp;about animal cruelty and danger to human life. During the sport, participants and even the observers were at risk. Sometimes, bulls are provoked with alcohol, sticks, knives, sickles and throwing chilli powder in the eyes. In the four years leading to the ban, almost 17 people died, and 1000 others were injured in the sport. The Supreme Court held that “use of bulls in such events severely harmed the animals and constituted an offence under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.” But following massive protests against the ban, the government passed an amendment to the act in 2017, which was held by a constitutional bench in 2023, allowing the sport to continue under strict regulation.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">VIDEO | Tamil Nadu: Jallikattu, the Bull taming festival, part of Pongal celebrations, being held in Madurai.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pongal?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pongal</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Jallikattu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Jallikattu</a><br><br>(Full video available on PTI Videos - <a href="https://t.co/n147TvrpG7">https://t.co/n147TvrpG7</a>) <a href="https://t.co/3IMkMXedLZ">pic.twitter.com/3IMkMXedLZ</a></p>&mdash; Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/PTI_News/status/1879004018581934293?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 14, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>How is the Jallikattu being practised in 2026?</h2><p>The Tamil Nadu government has issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the safe practice of the sport. The most prominent events in the Madurai district at Avaniyapuram, Alanganallur, and Palamedu are state-organised. &nbsp;The world-famous festival in Avaniyapuram village features 1,100 bulls and 900 bull-tamers. &nbsp;Bulls are medically screened by 19 teams of veterinary assistant surgeons who examine bulls for foreign objects and fitness. Once the certificate of fitness is obtained, the bull can enter the arena. Around 12 ambulances, along with the nearby hospital's veterinary units, were on alert for emergencies. The first event of 2026 started on January 3, and it is likely to continue till mid-February.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Jallikattu, Tamil Nadu’s iconic bull-taming sport, dates back to 400 BC. Here’s how it is played, why it was banned by the Supreme Court, and how it continues in 2026 under strict regulations.

Jallikattu is a bull-taming sport that has been practised in Tamil Nadu since 400 BC. It is organised during the Pongal Harvest festival in mid-January. It is the most intense cultural ritual of the South Indian state and symbolises bravery, valour, and the deep-rooted agrarian relationship between farmers and their cattle. It is a part of the pride and cultural heritage of rural Tamil Nadu, and it draws massive crowds each year. How is Jallikattu played? The sport is practised by releasing a bull through a narrow door (vadi vasal) to an arena where the participant tries to hold on to the hump of the bull for some distance or time while the bull tries to escape. The distance and time vary depending on the competition. Tamers or participants are not allowed to touch any other part of the bull, like the neck, the horn or the tail. Historically, the bull used to have a red flag or gold coins tied to its horn, which the tamer would retrieve to complete the sport. Why was it banned? The Supreme Court in 2014 banned the sport after concerns from activists from the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) and People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) about animal cruelty and danger to human life. During the sport, participants and even the observers were at risk. Sometimes, bulls are provoked with alcohol, sticks, knives, sickles and throwing chilli powder in the eyes. In the four years leading to the ban, almost 17 people died, and 1000 others were injured in the sport. The Supreme Court held that “use of bulls in such events severely harmed the animals and constituted an offence under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.” But following massive protests against the ban, the government passed an amendment to the act in 2017, which was held by a constitutional bench in 2023, allowing the sport to continue under strict regulation.

<p>Jallikattu, Tamil Nadu’s iconic bull-taming sport, dates back to 400 BC. Here’s how it is played, why it was banned by the Supreme Court, and how it continues in 2026 under strict regulations.</p>

Jallikattu explained: history, Supreme Court ban and how the bull-taming sport is played in 2026

<p>Mumbai came out to vote for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections on Thursday. Several Bollywood stars were seen at various polling booths, exercising their right to vote. While stars like Akshay Kumar, Aamir Khan, and Salman Khan were seen casting their votes, several other A-listers chose not to vote on Thursday. Among the notable absentees were megastar Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, and Abhishek Bachchan. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan also appeared to have skipped voting, as did Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and his family, according to reports.&nbsp;</p><h2>Which celebrities were missing from the BMC elections?</h2><p>The Bachchans were not seen casting their vote. Neither was Shah Rukh Khan or members of his family. Madhuri Dixit was another big name who was not spotted at any polling booth. Actors Anil Kapoor, Govinda, Ajay Devgn, and Farhan Akhtar were also absent from the voting process. Sonakshi Sinha, Kajol, Karan Johar, and Rani Mukerji, too, seemed to have given the elections a miss on Thursday.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The reasons behind their absence were not immediately known, as none of the stars addressed skipping the polls publicly.</p><h2>Celebrities who turned up to vote</h2><p>Thursday did see a good turnout from Bollywood. Akshay Kumar, Hema Malini and Vishal Dadlani were among the early voters. Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, Shraddha Kapoor, Sonali Bendre, Sanya Malhotra, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Karisma Kapoor, and Saif Ali Khan were among those spotted at polling booths.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Veteran poet and lyricist Gulzar drew admiration as he cast his vote at the age of 91 and even appealed to others to vote. Saira Banu and Shabana Azmi were also spotted at their respective polling booths, casting their vote.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>In pics: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/bmc-elections-2026-akshay-kumar-suniel-shetty-gulzar-and-other-bollywood-celebrities-cast-their-vote-1768454474231"><strong>BMC Elections 2026: Bollywood celebrities cast their vote</strong></a></p><h2>About the BMC elections</h2><p>Polling for the 29 municipal corporations began on January 15 at 7: 30 am and concluded at 5:30 pm. Across Maharashtra, elections were held in major municipal corporations, including Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Kalyan-Dombivli, Vasai-Virar, Mira-Bhayandar, Solapur, Kolhapur, Amravati, Akola, Latur, Jalgaon, Dhule, Jalna, Chandrapur, Parbhani, Nanded-Waghala, Panvel, Bhiwandi-Nizampur, Malegaon, Sangli-Miraj-Kupwad, Ichalkaranji, Ahilyanagar, and Ulhasnagar.</p>

BMC elections 2026 saw a big turnout speciallly from the Bollywood fraternity. However, some of the big names like Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Madhuri Dixit skipped voting on Thursday. 

Mumbai came out to vote for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections on Thursday. Several Bollywood stars were seen at various polling booths, exercising their right to vote. While stars like Akshay Kumar, Aamir Khan, and Salman Khan were seen casting their votes, several other A-listers chose not to vote on Thursday. Among the notable absentees were megastar Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, and Abhishek Bachchan. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan also appeared to have skipped voting, as did Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and his family, according to reports. Which celebrities were missing from the BMC elections? The Bachchans were not seen casting their vote. Neither was Shah Rukh Khan or members of his family. Madhuri Dixit was another big name who was not spotted at any polling booth. Actors Anil Kapoor, Govinda, Ajay Devgn, and Farhan Akhtar were also absent from the voting process. Sonakshi Sinha, Kajol, Karan Johar, and Rani Mukerji, too, seemed to have given the elections a miss on Thursday. The reasons behind their absence were not immediately known, as none of the stars addressed skipping the polls publicly. Celebrities who turned up to vote Thursday did see a good turnout from Bollywood. Akshay Kumar, Hema Malini and Vishal Dadlani were among the early voters. Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, Shraddha Kapoor, Sonali Bendre, Sanya Malhotra, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Karisma Kapoor, and Saif Ali Khan were among those spotted at polling booths. Veteran poet and lyricist Gulzar drew admiration as he cast his vote at the age of 91 and even appealed to others to vote. Saira Banu and Shabana Azmi were also spotted at their respective polling booths, casting their vote. In pics: BMC Elections 2026: Bollywood celebrities cast their vote About the BMC elections Polling for the 29 municipal corporations began on January 15 at 7: 30 am and concluded at 5:30 pm. Across Maharashtra, elections were held in major municipal corporations, including Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Kalyan-Dombivli, Vasai-Virar, Mira-Bhayandar, Solapur, Kolhapur, Amravati, Akola, Latur, Jalgaon, Dhule, Jalna, Chandrapur, Parbhani, Nanded-Waghala, Panvel, Bhiwandi-Nizampur, Malegaon, Sangli-Miraj-Kupwad, Ichalkaranji, Ahilyanagar, and Ulhasnagar.

<p>BMC elections 2026 saw a big turnout speciallly from the Bollywood fraternity. However, some of the big names like Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Madhuri Dixit skipped voting on Thursday.&nbsp;</p>

Bollywood at BMC elections 2026: Gulzar votes at 91, Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan give it a miss

<p>Sophie Turner is the new Lara Croft. On Thursday, Prime Video unveiled Turner’s first look as the iconic video game character in the upcoming series Tom Raider on the streaming platform. Turner’s image was from a look test that the actress was part of but the image triggered mixed reactions online.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Sophie Turner as Lara Croft</h2><p>In the image that was shared on Prime Video’s Instagram account, Turner could be seen wearing a green top paired with black short and dark sunglasses with her hair tied at the back. The look seems to give a slightly modern twist to Lara Croft’s look.&nbsp;</p><p>The photo was captioned, “Get your artifacts out. Lara’s on her way #TombRaider #WardrobeTest.”&nbsp;</p>

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<p> </p><p>While the reveal quickly generated buzz across social media, fan responses were notably divided.</p><p> </p><h2>Netizens react</h2><p>Many users took to the comment section to react to Turner’s look. Some appreciated the return of the traditional aesthetics of Lara Croft and noted, “Oh my god! She looks perfect! I didn’t expect they would go with a look so classic!”</p><p> </p><p>Another added, “And this is just the wardrobe test! I told y’all Sophie could definitely pull the look!” Others echoed similar enthusiasm, with comments like “Unreal. Literally classic coded,” and “Now that is one hell of a transformation.”</p><p> </p><p>Some remembered Angelina Jolie, who famously played the character Lara Croft in the early 2000s film adaptations. </p><p> </p><p>“That looks pretty good. But I miss Angelina Jolie, Angelina Jolie forever,” one user wrote.</p><p>Some fans questioned whether Turner captured the physical presence traditionally associated with the character. “Love everything related to the classics, but she looks like a Scandinavian Lara, where’s the prominent look? Strong face features??” read one comment. </p><p> </p><p>Another user remarked, “Her face doesn’t give me Lara at all; she just seems to have a very different kind of beauty than Lara. Perhaps this will still be refined to give us the signature lips and etc.”</p><p> </p><p>Some criticised the look completely. “Is this fr? This looks worse than some cosplayers,” one comment read. </p><p> </p><p>Another said, “She doesn’t look like she could fight her way out of Sephora, much less be able to take on armies of private sector mercs by herself.” There were also claims questioning the image’s authenticity, with users asking, “Is this AI????? This definitely looks like AI,” and insisting, “That’s AI, don’t tell me anything else.”</p><p> </p><h2>Sophie Turner is the new face of Lara Croft</h2><p> </p><p>The image also confirmed Sophie’s casting as Lara Croft in the new Tomb Raider series. Whether this look is changed in the course of time is something that we will have to wait and watch. </p><p> </p><p>The series is led by Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Fleabag) serving as creator, writer, executive producer and co-showrunner alongside Chad Hodge as co-showrunner and executive producer; they are joined by Jonathan Van Tulleken, who will serve as director and executive producer.</p><p> </p><p>The series is executive produced by Amazon MGM Studios, Crystal Dynamics, Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Jenny Robins through Wells Street Films, Dmitri M. Johnson, Michael Lawrence Goldberg, Timothy I. Stevenson, and Dallas Dickinson through Story Kitchen, Michael Scheel, and Legendary Television.  Co-executive produced by Matt McInnis and Jan R. Martin as producer. </p><p> </p><p>The series is produced by Story Kitchen, Crystal Dynamics, and Amazon MGM Studios.</p><p> </p>

Sophie Turner, who is best known for playing Sansa Stark in Game of Thrones, is now set to play Lara Croft in Prime Video's new web series Tom Raider. The iconic video game character has been famously played by Angelina Jolie before in a film. 

Sophie Turner is the new Lara Croft. On Thursday, Prime Video unveiled Turner’s first look as the iconic video game character in the upcoming series Tom Raider on the streaming platform. Turner’s image was from a look test that the actress was part of but the image triggered mixed reactions online. Sophie Turner as Lara Croft In the image that was shared on Prime Video’s Instagram account, Turner could be seen wearing a green top paired with black short and dark sunglasses with her hair tied at the back. The look seems to give a slightly modern twist to Lara Croft’s look. The photo was captioned, “Get your artifacts out. Lara’s on her way #TombRaider #WardrobeTest.”

<p>Sophie Turner, who is best known for playing Sansa Stark in Game of Thrones, is now set to play Lara Croft in Prime Video's new web series Tom Raider. The iconic video game character has been famously played by Angelina Jolie before in a film.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Drumroll, please! Harry Styles has announced his fourth studio album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, and his fans can't keep calm. After teasing his die-hard fans for months, the pop star has finally unveiled what he's been keeping under wraps. Although, he was dropping hints.</p><p><br>After topping the charts with his three studio albums and making headlines with his looks, the singer has spent the past few years without releasing any music. But now he's ready to make a comeback with new music, a new album, and who knows, maybe a tour is on the cards as well.</p><h2>Harry Styles announces fourth solo album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally</h2><p>Harry Styles' new album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, will release on 6 March this year. On Jan 15, the rockstar announced his fourth album by sharing a picture of the cover, which shows him standing under a disco ball outside on a grassland. He's wearing a blue shirt and denim jeans with a pair of swimming goggles.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The announcement comes after months of advertisements across several cities from New York to Madrid and Rome with phrases such as “We belong together” and “See you very soon.”&nbsp;</p>

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<p>An album will consist of 12 tracks and will be executive-produced by his long-term collaborator Kid Harpoon. The British songwriter and producer has worked with Harry on all three of his albums.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Style’s last album, Harry's House was released in 2022 album featured hits like “Watermelon Sugar” and “As It Was.” &nbsp;The album sold more than four million copies and also won best album at both the Grammys and the Brit Awards.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>After the release, Styles launched a Love on Tour, which got delayed due to Covid-19 pandemic. However, it started in Sept 2021 and concluded in July 2023.</p>

Pop star Harry Styles has announced the fourth studio album. 

Drumroll, please! Harry Styles has announced his fourth studio album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, and his fans can't keep calm. After teasing his die-hard fans for months, the pop star has finally unveiled what he's been keeping under wraps. Although, he was dropping hints. After topping the charts with his three studio albums and making headlines with his looks, the singer has spent the past few years without releasing any music. But now he's ready to make a comeback with new music, a new album, and who knows, maybe a tour is on the cards as well. Harry Styles announces fourth solo album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally Harry Styles' new album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, will release on 6 March this year. On Jan 15, the rockstar announced his fourth album by sharing a picture of the cover, which shows him standing under a disco ball outside on a grassland. He's wearing a blue shirt and denim jeans with a pair of swimming goggles. The announcement comes after months of advertisements across several cities from New York to Madrid and Rome with phrases such as “We belong together” and “See you very soon.”

<p>Pop star Harry Styles has announced the fourth studio album. Style’s last album, Harry's House was released in 2022 album featured hits like “Watermelon Sugar” and “As It Was.” &nbsp;The album sold more than four million copies and also won best album at both the Grammys and the Brit Awards.</p>

Harry Styles announces fourth solo album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally

<p><i>Pushpa</i> and <i>Pushpa 2,</i> Allu Arjun, have become two of the most successful films in Indian cinema and even fetched a national award too. The Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil starrer has given the Indian film industry the much-needed jolt it needed. The lead duo, Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, had recently attended the premiere of their film in Tokyo. However, one of the main highlights of the event was the actor's dialogue delivery in Japanese, which has left everyone amazed.</p><h2>Allu Arjun-Rashmika Mandanna's Pushpa 2 premiere in Tokyo</h2><p>During the premiere of the film in Japan, Allu Arjun gave a surprise treat to his audience when he delivered a dialogue from his film and received a roaring applause. The official X handle of the film, Pushpa, shared several clips from the event and wrote in the caption, 'Konnichiwa, Japan Icon Star @alluarjun stuns the audience by delivering his #Pushpa2 Japanese dialogue at the Tokyo premiere, receiving huge cheers and thunderous applause from the crowd. Grand release in Japan on January 16. &nbsp;"</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/south-korean-singer-kang-daniel-to-begin-his-military-service-soon-agency-issues-statement-1768479959165"><strong>South Korean singer Kang Daniel to begin his military service soon?</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Konnichiwa, Japan 🇯🇵 <br><br>Icon Star <a href="https://twitter.com/alluarjun?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@alluarjun</a> stuns the audience by delivering his <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pushpa2?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pushpa2</a> Japanese dialogue at the Tokyo premiere 🔥<br>Receiving huge cheers and thunderous applause from the crowd 👏<br><br>Grand release in Japan on January 16th 💥💥<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pushpa2?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pushpa2</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WildFirePushpa?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WildFirePushpa</a>… <a href="https://t.co/dm5kEECMT7">pic.twitter.com/dm5kEECMT7</a></p>&mdash; Pushpa (@PushpaMovie) <a href="https://twitter.com/PushpaMovie/status/2011749949743251597?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Fans flooded the comment section with their reactions. One user wrote, "When Tokyo cheers for a Telugu actor in Japanese. This is called international mass! Icon star Allu Arjun: "Boundaries don't exist." Another user wrote, "We may make fun of his fan base, but Allu Arjun is a truly self-sculpted actor. The way he pulled out the Pushpa character will be talked about for ages." “This is cultural crossover done right. When an actor respects the audience enough to speak their language, cinema truly travels beyond borders. The response in Tokyo says it all. #Pushpa 2”, wrote the third user.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/the-bluff-when-and-where-to-watch-priyanka-chopra-and-karl-urban-s-action-thriller-1768479553234"><strong>The Bluff: When and where to watch Priyanka Chopra and Karl Urban's thriller</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Earlier, the makers had even released the Japanese trailer of Pushpa 2. The caption read, "After setting the Indian box office on wildfire, his rule reaches ‘The Land of the Rising Sun.’ #Pushpa2TheRule Grand release in Japan on January 16th #Pushpa2 #WildFirePushpa #PushpaKunrin."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lovely-runner-actress-kim-hye-yoon-faced-mistreatment-on-sets-here-s-what-we-know-1768476293151"><strong>Lovely Runner actress Kim Hye Yoon faced mistreatment on sets?</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" align="center"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">After setting the Indian Box Office on WILDFIRE, his RULE reaches &#39;The Land of the Rising Sun&#39; ❤‍🔥<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pushpa2TheRule?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pushpa2TheRule</a> Grand release in Japan on January 16th 💥💥<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pushpa2?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pushpa2</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WildFirePushpa?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WildFirePushpa</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PushpaKunrin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PushpaKunrin</a> <br><br>Icon Star <a href="https://twitter.com/alluarjun?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@alluarjun</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/iamRashmika?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@iamRashmika</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/aryasukku?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@aryasukku</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FahadhFaasil?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FahadhFaasil</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ThisIsDSP?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ThisIsDSP</a>… <a href="https://t.co/a9gzFMkBaL">pic.twitter.com/a9gzFMkBaL</a></p>&mdash; Pushpa (@PushpaMovie) <a href="https://twitter.com/PushpaMovie/status/2011019469372690928?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2026</a></blockquote>
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<h2>All about Pushpa 2</h2><p><i>Pushpa 2: The Rule</i> takes the story forward from the first film, Pushpa: The Rise. The sequel showcases how Pushpa Raj now runs the red sandal smuggling syndicate after growing from a daily wage worker. Rashmika plays his wife, Srivalli, who stands up for him against his estranged family. Fahadh plays police officer Bhanwar Singh Shekawat, who still wants to seek revenge from Pushpa for his humiliation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/grammy-winning-musician-john-mayer-s-mumbai-show-postponed-event-to-take-place-this-month-1768474485810"><strong>Grammy-winning musician John Mayer's Mumbai show postponed; Here's why</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A sequel to 2021 film <i>Pushpa: The Rise</i>, it is the second installment in the <i>Pushpa</i> film series. The film stars Allu Arjun in the titular role, alongside Rashmika Mandanna, Fahadh Faasil, Jagapathi Babu, Sunil and Rao Ramesh.</p>

Allu Arjun gave a surprise to his audience in Tokyo by delivering a dialogue from his film Pushpa 2 in Japanese. Several videos from the premiere are now going viral on social media. 

Pushpa and Pushpa 2, Allu Arjun, have become two of the most successful films in Indian cinema and even fetched a national award too. The Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil starrer has given the Indian film industry the much-needed jolt it needed. The lead duo, Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, had recently attended the premiere of their film in Tokyo. However, one of the main highlights of the event was the actor's dialogue delivery in Japanese, which has left everyone amazed. Allu Arjun-Rashmika Mandanna's Pushpa 2 premiere in Tokyo During the premiere of the film in Japan, Allu Arjun gave a surprise treat to his audience when he delivered a dialogue from his film and received a roaring applause. The official X handle of the film, Pushpa, shared several clips from the event and wrote in the caption, 'Konnichiwa, Japan Icon Star @alluarjun stuns the audience by delivering his #Pushpa2 Japanese dialogue at the Tokyo premiere, receiving huge cheers and thunderous applause from the crowd. Grand release in Japan on January 16. " Also Read: South Korean singer Kang Daniel to begin his military service soon?

<p>Allu Arjun gave a surprise to his audience in Tokyo by delivering a dialogue from his film Pushpa 2 in Japanese. Several videos from the premiere are now going viral on social media.&nbsp;</p>

Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2 dialogue delivery in Japanese receives thunderous applause | Watch

<p><br>Suhana Khan, daughter of Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan, has revealed the moment that made her want to become an actor.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In 2023, she made her acting debut with Zoya Akhtar's The Archies, and is currently working on the movie King with her father SRK. This will mark her theatrical debut. But did you know that Suhana was not very keen on pursuing a career in acting since childhood? But her one rejection made her step into this world.</p><h2>When Suhana Khan cried alone in a room: The moment that changed her view on acting</h2><p>Speaking to Harper’s Bazaar India, Suhana shared that while growing up in the film industry, where everything revolves around acting, and despite being the daughter of a superstar, she was not particularly interested in acting. Even during her school days, she felt awkward when it came to performing in plays. The turning point came when she was rejected for a role she desperately wanted to play.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Her perspective changed when she was at a boarding school at Ardingly College in the UK, and she auditioned for a play and was keen on playing the lead. But after the list was announced, she was placed in the chorus instead.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"I was so upset and disappointed. And I think that's when I knew that I really wanted to play those parts and enjoy the thrill of being on stage," she said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Due to this experience, she had developed an interest in acting. As an actor today, she said that it's a creative process that drives her the most.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>''Curiosity, purpose, but most of all, passion. It's all of it," she said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>After completing her schooling at Dhirubhai Ambani International School in Mumbai, she went to Ardingly College in the UK for her studies. Later, she studied at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts in the US.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking about her parents, the young star said that she finds the balance between the two.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On the work front, she is set to appear alongside her father and superstar Shah Rukh Khan in the upcoming movie King. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the cast of the movie includes Abhishek Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukerji, Arshad Warsi, Jackie Shroff, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Abhay Verma.</p>

Suhana Khan, daughter of Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan, stepped into the world of acting in 2023 with Zoya Akhtar's The Archies. 

Suhana Khan, daughter of Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan, has revealed the moment that made her want to become an actor. In 2023, she made her acting debut with Zoya Akhtar's The Archies, and is currently working on the movie King with her father SRK. This will mark her theatrical debut. But did you know that Suhana was not very keen on pursuing a career in acting since childhood? But her one rejection made her step into this world. When Suhana Khan cried alone in a room: The moment that changed her view on acting Speaking to Harper’s Bazaar India, Suhana shared that while growing up in the film industry, where everything revolves around acting, and despite being the daughter of a superstar, she was not particularly interested in acting. Even during her school days, she felt awkward when it came to performing in plays. The turning point came when she was rejected for a role she desperately wanted to play. Her perspective changed when she was at a boarding school at Ardingly College in the UK, and she auditioned for a play and was keen on playing the lead. But after the list was announced, she was placed in the chorus instead. "I was so upset and disappointed. And I think that's when I knew that I really wanted to play those parts and enjoy the thrill of being on stage," she said. Due to this experience, she had developed an interest in acting. As an actor today, she said that it's a creative process that drives her the most. ''Curiosity, purpose, but most of all, passion. It's all of it," she said. After completing her schooling at Dhirubhai Ambani International School in Mumbai, she went to Ardingly College in the UK for her studies. Later, she studied at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts in the US. Speaking about her parents, the young star said that she finds the balance between the two. On the work front, she is set to appear alongside her father and superstar Shah Rukh Khan in the upcoming movie King. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the cast of the movie includes Abhishek Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukerji, Arshad Warsi, Jackie Shroff, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Abhay Verma.

<p>Suhana Khan, daughter of Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan, stepped into the world of acting in 2023 with Zoya Akhtar's The Archies.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Tamil film <i>Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil, </i>starring Jiiva in the lead role, was released in cinemas today, ie, January 15. Helmed by Nithish Sahadev, the film also features Prathana Nathan and Thamb Ramaiah, among others. Following the release, fans took to social media platforms to express their views. Let's delve in to know more.</p><h2>Netizens' reaction to Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil</h2><p>Several fans took to X handle to share their verdict. One user wrote, "#ThalaivarThambiThalaimaiyil : #TTT [3.25/5] - #Jiiva’s energetic screen presence makes him a fun and lovable performer. - The village backdrop and central conflict are convincing; the comedy portions clicked well. Thambi Ramaiya, Elavarasu, and the rest of the cast deliver strong performances. A simple and predictable story with a few routine stretches and pacing issues in between. Directed by Nithish Sahadev, with a Malayalam flavor in every frame. Neat cinematography and a crispy runtime. The film connects more with family and drama lovers. Overall, A simple, fun, and enjoyable Pongal entertainer."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/bridgerton-s4-world-premiere-luke-thompson-yerin-ha-katie-leung-and-more-grace-the-event-in-paris-1768482939812"><strong>Bridgerton S4 world premiere: Luke Thompson, Yerin Ha, Katie Leung and more grace the event in Paris</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" align="center"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ThalaivarThambiThalaimaiyil?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ThalaivarThambiThalaimaiyil</a> : <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TTT?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TTT</a> [3.25/5] <br><br>- <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Jiiva?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Jiiva</a>’s energetic screen presence makes him a fun and lovable Performance. <br>- The village backdrop and central conflict are convincing, the comedy portions clicked well😀👌🏽<br>- Thambi Ramaiya, Elavarasu, and the rest of the cast… <a href="https://t.co/w2KRsTdmAq">https://t.co/w2KRsTdmAq</a> <a href="https://t.co/E0FtPwqg8Q">pic.twitter.com/E0FtPwqg8Q</a></p>&mdash; Tharani ʀᴛᴋ (@iam_Tharani) <a href="https://twitter.com/iam_Tharani/status/2011702517684715700?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2026</a></blockquote>
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<p>Another user wrote, "#ThalaivarThambiThalaimaiyil is a light-hearted rural comedy with situational humour. @JiivaOfficial is charming and fits well as the Panchayat President. Ilavarasu &amp; Thambi Ramaiah shine with strong supporting performances. Simple story, fun moments, Try watch- &nbsp;2.75 / 5."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/pole-to-pole-with-will-smith-here-s-when-and-where-you-can-watch-this-globetrotter-series-1768474421634"><strong>Pole to Pole with Will Smith: Here's when and where you can watch the show</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" align="center"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ThalaivarThambiThalaimaiyil?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ThalaivarThambiThalaimaiyil</a> is a light-hearted rural comedy with situational humour.<a href="https://twitter.com/JiivaOfficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JiivaOfficial</a> is charming and fits well as the Panchayat President.<br>Ilavarasu &amp; Thambi Ramaiah shine with strong supporting performances.<br>Simple story, fun moments, Try watch 👍<br>-  2.75 / 5 <a href="https://t.co/VatGnstDEU">pic.twitter.com/VatGnstDEU</a></p>&mdash; Maaran Tweets ❤️ (@SathriyanMaaran) <a href="https://twitter.com/SathriyanMaaran/status/2011751324858400840?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2026</a></blockquote>
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<p>"#ThalaivarThambiThalaimayil - VERY GOOD ONE. A Mollywood Director in Kollywood Made a Simple Comedy Drama In a Version of Malayalam. The Trust Built in Nithish Sahadev For Falimy Kept Well. Satire Comedy's worked Well. #jeeva's Comeback in All Terms. TOTALLY LOVED IT 3.8/5", wrote the third user.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/a-girl-touches-akshay-kumar-s-feet-asks-for-financial-aid-at-polling-booth-father-is-in-huge-debt-1768466689026"><strong>A girl touches Akshay Kumar's feet, asks for financial aid at polling booth</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" align="center"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ThalaivarThambiThalaimayil?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ThalaivarThambiThalaimayil</a> - VERY GOOD ONE 👏🏼❤️<br><br>A Mollywood Director in Kollywood Made a Simple Comedy Drama In a Version of Malayalam.The Trust Build in Nithish Sahadev For Falimy Kept Well. Satire Comedy&#39;s worked Well.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/jeeva?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#jeeva</a>&#39;s Comeback in All Terms <br><br>TOTALLY LOVED IT 3.8/5 <a href="https://t.co/2MLIVDFwzl">pic.twitter.com/2MLIVDFwzl</a></p>&mdash; Abin Babu 🦇 (@AbinBabu2255) <a href="https://twitter.com/AbinBabu2255/status/2011800957018149191?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2026</a></blockquote>
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<h2>All about Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimayil</h2><p><i>Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimayil</i> was preponed to release in theatres on January 15 after the release of the Thalapathy Vijay starrer <i>Jana Nayagan</i> got postponed due to a legal row. The release of the political starrer coincides with the occasion of Pongal. The film's earlier scheduled release date was January 30, 2026.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/d54-dhanush-and-vignesh-raja-s-project-gets-new-title-first-glimpse-unveiled-1768464449840"><strong>D54: Dhanush and Vignesh Raja's project gets new title, first glimpse unveiled</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film is produced by Kannan Ravi under his Kannan Ravi Productions; the political satire film is helmed by Nithish Sahadev. It is co-written by Nithish along with Sanjo Joseph and Anuraj O.B.</p>

Jiiva starrer in Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil released in cinemas today and is already receiving praise for the performance of the cast. Read more to know the views of the netizens.

The Tamil film Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil, starring Jiiva in the lead role, was released in cinemas today, ie, January 15. Helmed by Nithish Sahadev, the film also features Prathana Nathan and Thamb Ramaiah, among others. Following the release, fans took to social media platforms to express their views. Let's delve in to know more. Netizens' reaction to Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil Several fans took to X handle to share their verdict. One user wrote, "#ThalaivarThambiThalaimaiyil : #TTT [3.25/5] - #Jiiva’s energetic screen presence makes him a fun and lovable performer. - The village backdrop and central conflict are convincing; the comedy portions clicked well. Thambi Ramaiya, Elavarasu, and the rest of the cast deliver strong performances. A simple and predictable story with a few routine stretches and pacing issues in between. Directed by Nithish Sahadev, with a Malayalam flavor in every frame. Neat cinematography and a crispy runtime. The film connects more with family and drama lovers. Overall, A simple, fun, and enjoyable Pongal entertainer." Also Read: Bridgerton S4 world premiere: Luke Thompson, Yerin Ha, Katie Leung and more grace the event in Paris

<p>Jiiva starrer in Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil released in cinemas today and is already receiving praise for the performance of the cast. Read more to know the views of the netizens.</p>

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<p>Popular show Bridgerton is all set to return with the fourth season on streaming giant Netflix. While many are eagerly waiting for its release, the world premiere of the show was held in Paris. The cast, including Luke Thompson, Yerin Ha, and Katie Leung (best known for her role as Cho Chang in the Harry Potter franchise), attended the event. Several videos and pictures have since then gone viral on social media.</p><h2>Celebrities' gala time at Bridgerton season 4's world premiere</h2><p>The celebration was live-streamed globally on Tudum from Paris' historic Palais Brongniart is a major event that took fans by surprise. The event included the red carpet moments, a surprise performance, and a virtual screening of season 4's premiere episode. In one of the videos shared on X, the whole cast cheerfully set themselves to take a group pic.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/south-korean-singer-kang-daniel-to-begin-his-military-service-soon-agency-issues-statement-1768479959165"><strong>South Korean singer Kang Daniel to begin his military service soon? Agency issues statement</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" align="center"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Bridgerton cast prepping for the group photo at the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bridgerton?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bridgerton</a> Season 4 premiere in Paris<br><br>🎥 Shondaland <a href="https://t.co/cATnMP79JR">pic.twitter.com/cATnMP79JR</a></p>&mdash; out of context bridgerton (@NoContxtBton) <a href="https://twitter.com/NoContxtBton/status/2011519863182016790?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 14, 2026</a></blockquote>
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<p>In another video, actress Yerin Ha could be seen greeting Luke Thompson's parents.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" align="center"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Yerin Ha with Luke Thompson’s parents at the “Bridgerton” season four premiere in Paris 🩷🥹 <a href="https://t.co/ZG0vwLhOAS">pic.twitter.com/ZG0vwLhOAS</a></p>&mdash; Yerin Ha Source (@yerinhasource) <a href="https://twitter.com/yerinhasource/status/2011722989889573041?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2026</a></blockquote>
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<p>While in another, actress and Harry Potter star Katie Leung was also seen gracing the premiere.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" align="center"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Katie Leung for the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bridgerton?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bridgerton</a> Season 4 premiere in Paris<br><br>📸 Ross Kwan <a href="https://t.co/F2KnOI9dZA">pic.twitter.com/F2KnOI9dZA</a></p>&mdash; out of context bridgerton (@NoContxtBton) <a href="https://twitter.com/NoContxtBton/status/2011743907189756292?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2026</a></blockquote>
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The world premiere of Bridgerton season 4 took place in Paris. The cast of the popular show, including Katie Leung, Luke Thompson and many more, graced the event. Several pictures and videos have now gone viral on social media. 

Popular show Bridgerton is all set to return with the fourth season on streaming giant Netflix. While many are eagerly waiting for its release, the world premiere of the show was held in Paris. The cast, including Luke Thompson, Yerin Ha, and Katie Leung (best known for her role as Cho Chang in the Harry Potter franchise), attended the event. Several videos and pictures have since then gone viral on social media. Celebrities' gala time at Bridgerton season 4's world premiere The celebration was live-streamed globally on Tudum from Paris' historic Palais Brongniart is a major event that took fans by surprise. The event included the red carpet moments, a surprise performance, and a virtual screening of season 4's premiere episode. In one of the videos shared on X, the whole cast cheerfully set themselves to take a group pic. Also Read: South Korean singer Kang Daniel to begin his military service soon? Agency issues statement

<p>The world premiere of Bridgerton season 4 took place in Paris. The cast of the popular show, including Katie Leung, Luke Thompson and many more, graced the event. Several pictures and videos have now gone viral on social media.&nbsp;</p>

Bridgerton S4 world premiere: Luke Thompson, Yerin Ha, Katie Leung and more grace the event in Paris

<p>K-pop fans might have to wait a bit longer for their favourite idol to serve them soulful tracks. Renowned South Korean singer Kang Daniel, who gained recognition after bagging first place in the second season of the reality show <i>Produce 101</i>, will reportedly be beginning his military service soon. In addition, his agency issued a statement. Let's delve in to know more details.</p><h2>When will Kang Daniel begin his military service?</h2><p>Reportedly, according to his agency ARA Entertainment, Kang Daniel will begin his mandatory military service on February 9th. He will serve as an active-duty soldier in the South Korean Army. According to <i>Soompi</i>, the idol's agency stated, "Hello, this is ARA. We would like to provide information regarding the military service of our artist Kang Daniel. Kang Daniel will enlist at the Army Training Centre on February 9, where he will undergo basic military training before fulfilling his mandatory service as an active-duty soldier in the Army."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/the-bluff-when-and-where-to-watch-priyanka-chopra-and-karl-urban-s-action-thriller-1768479553234"><strong>The Bluff: When and where to watch Priyanka Chopra and Karl Urban's action-thriller</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“No separate event will be held on the day of his enlistment. As the enlistment site will be shared with many fellow soldiers and their families, we kindly ask fans to refrain from visiting the location for safety reasons. We ask for FLOWD's (Kang Daniel's fandom) warm support and love so that Kang Daniel can faithfully fulfil his duty to the nation and return in good health. Thank you,” the statement concluded.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: &nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/d54-dhanush-and-vignesh-raja-s-project-gets-new-title-first-glimpse-unveiled-1768464449840"><strong>D54: Dhanush and Vignesh Raja's project gets new title, first glimpse unveiled</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As per reports, Kang Daniel had earlier stated that, "Before I enlist, I want to show as much as I can as a singer,” and also confirmed that “Pulsephase” would be his final album before enlistment. As the date approaches, fans are sending strong support as he prepares for this next chapter."</p><h2>All about Kang Daniel</h2><p>Kang Daniel is a former member of K-pop boy group Wanna One, which was one of the popular bands at one point in time. After the ending of Wanna One's activities as a group, Kang took a six-month hiatus from the entertainment industry.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/euphoria-3-trailer-x-review-psychological-drama-garners-mixed-reaction-netizens-say-looks-unrecognisable-1768461448569"><strong>Euphoria 3 trailer X review: Psychological drama garners mixed reaction</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In 2019, he released his solo debut extended play, <i>Colour on Me</i>. His other works from his colour series titled <i>Cyan</i> and <i>Magenta</i> topped the tracks.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/who-is-ryan-hurst-the-walking-dead-star-cast-as-kratos-in-prime-video-s-god-of-war-series-1768456736454"><strong>Who is Ryan Hurst? The Walking Dead star cast as Kratos in ‘God of War’ series</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>His other tracks include <i>Upside Down, Who U Are, Paranoia, 2U, What Are You Up To, Boomerang, Beautiful, Waves, Don't Tell, Spring Breeze, and Something</i>, among others.</p>

Renowned South Korean Kang Daniel, who has delivered several tracks, including Upside Down, Spring Breeze and Boomerang, among others, will reportedly begin his mandatory military service. Read to know when it will begin. 

K-pop fans might have to wait a bit longer for their favourite idol to serve them soulful tracks. Renowned South Korean singer Kang Daniel, who gained recognition after bagging first place in the second season of the reality show Produce 101, will reportedly be beginning his military service soon. In addition, his agency issued a statement. Let's delve in to know more details. When will Kang Daniel begin his military service? Reportedly, according to his agency ARA Entertainment, Kang Daniel will begin his mandatory military service on February 9th. He will serve as an active-duty soldier in the South Korean Army. According to Soompi, the idol's agency stated, "Hello, this is ARA. We would like to provide information regarding the military service of our artist Kang Daniel. Kang Daniel will enlist at the Army Training Centre on February 9, where he will undergo basic military training before fulfilling his mandatory service as an active-duty soldier in the Army." Also Read: The Bluff: When and where to watch Priyanka Chopra and Karl Urban's action-thriller “No separate event will be held on the day of his enlistment. As the enlistment site will be shared with many fellow soldiers and their families, we kindly ask fans to refrain from visiting the location for safety reasons. We ask for FLOWD's (Kang Daniel's fandom) warm support and love so that Kang Daniel can faithfully fulfil his duty to the nation and return in good health. Thank you,” the statement concluded. Also Read: D54: Dhanush and Vignesh Raja's project gets new title, first glimpse unveiled As per reports, Kang Daniel had earlier stated that, "Before I enlist, I want to show as much as I can as a singer,” and also confirmed that “Pulsephase” would be his final album before enlistment. As the date approaches, fans are sending strong support as he prepares for this next chapter." All about Kang Daniel Kang Daniel is a former member of K-pop boy group Wanna One, which was one of the popular bands at one point in time. After the ending of Wanna One's activities as a group, Kang took a six-month hiatus from the entertainment industry. Also Read: Euphoria 3 trailer X review: Psychological drama garners mixed reaction In 2019, he released his solo debut extended play, Colour on Me. His other works from his colour series titled Cyan and Magenta topped the tracks. Also Read: Who is Ryan Hurst? The Walking Dead star cast as Kratos in ‘God of War’ series His other tracks include Upside Down, Who U Are, Paranoia, 2U, What Are You Up To, Boomerang, Beautiful, Waves, Don't Tell, Spring Breeze, and Something, among others.

<p>Renowned South Korean Kang Daniel, who has delivered several tracks, including Upside Down, Spring Breeze and Boomerang, among others, will reportedly begin his mandatory military service. Read to know when it will begin.&nbsp;</p>

South Korean singer Kang Daniel to begin his military service soon? Agency issues statement

<p>Priyanka Chopra and Karl Urban’s The Bluff is set to hit digital screens in February, and audiences can’t wait to watch Chopra’s action thriller.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Directed and co-written by Frank E. Flowers, the dark world of The Bluff is set in the late 19th-century Caribbean and revolves around a female pirate and what she must do to protect her family.</p><h2>The Bluff OTT release: When and where to watch The Bluff?</h2><p>The film marks Priyanka’s reunion with the Russo Brothers and features Chopra playing the role of a former pirate who has since left the sea behind, living on an island with her family and raising her daughter. However, her past continues to haunt her.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/the-bluff-trailer-priyanka-chopra-is-brutal-in-this-adrenaline-fueled-revenge-saga-1768405313181">The Bluff trailer: Priyanka is brutal in this adrenaline-fueled revenge saga</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The movie will release directly on Prime Video on February 25.</p>

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<h2>What do we know about the film?</h2><p>In the movie, Chopra plays Ercell Bodden, a former pirate known as Bloody Mary. In the trailer, Priyanka’s character is shown living a peaceful life and putting her daughter to sleep when she notices a few men entering her house premises. She quickly puts her daughter in a safe place, and what follows is an absolute thrill and blood-soaked ride, as Ercell delivers jaw-dropping action sequences and takes on the men.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/drishyam-3-malayalam-release-date-announced-mohanlal-s-film-to-release-on-this-date-1768403365399">Drishyam 3 Malayalam release date: Mohanlal's film to release on THIS date</a></p><p><br>While the trailer largely highlights Ercell and Chopra’s performance, it is her part with Karl Urban’s character, Captain Connor, towards the end that makes the teaser even more gripping.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Urban plays Captain Connor, someone Ercell once worked with and later betrayed. Seeking revenge, he is now hunting her down.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>“Why did you betray me?” Urban asks Chopra in the trailer. “You think I would just let you slip away?”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Frank E. Flowers (Bob Marley: One Love) helmed the film, which he co-wrote with Joe Ballarini. Apart from Chopra and Urban, the movie stars Temuera Morrison as Quartermaster Lee, Captain Connor’s advisor, along with Ismael Cruz Córdova, Safia Oakley-Green, Zach Morris, David Field, and Vedanten Naidoo.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The producers include Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Angela Russo-Otstot, and Michael Disco for AGBO, along with Chopra Jonas among others.&nbsp;</p>

Priyanka Chopra's most brutal avatar as of now. The desi girl is playing a pirate girl in the movie that sets her against Karl Urban. Read the details here. 

Priyanka Chopra and Karl Urban’s The Bluff is set to hit digital screens in February, and audiences can’t wait to watch Chopra’s action thriller. Directed and co-written by Frank E. Flowers, the dark world of The Bluff is set in the late 19th-century Caribbean and revolves around a female pirate and what she must do to protect her family. The Bluff OTT release: When and where to watch The Bluff? The film marks Priyanka’s reunion with the Russo Brothers and features Chopra playing the role of a former pirate who has since left the sea behind, living on an island with her family and raising her daughter. However, her past continues to haunt her. Also read: The Bluff trailer: Priyanka is brutal in this adrenaline-fueled revenge saga The movie will release directly on Prime Video on February 25.

<p>Priyanka Chopra's most brutal avatar as of now. The desi girl is playing a pirate in the movie that sets her against Karl Urban. Read the details here.&nbsp;</p>

The Bluff: When and where to watch Priyanka Chopra and Karl Urban's action-thriller

<p>South Korean actress Kim Hye Yoon, who made everyone focus on her with her cute and funny acting in shows like <i>Extraordinary You, Lovely Runner, and Sky Castle</i>, among others, reportedly revealed a shocking detail, which definitely exposes the dark reality of the entertainment industry. The star opened up about the endurance, which once had taken a toll on her.</p><h2>What did Kim Hye Yoon say about the mistreatment she faced?</h2><p>According to reports, in an interaction with tvN's variety program <i>You Quiz on the Block</i>, Kim Hye Yoon candidly spoke about the difficult situation during her rookie days.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/grammy-winning-musician-john-mayer-s-mumbai-show-postponed-event-to-take-place-this-month-1768474485810"><strong>Grammy-winning musician John Mayer's Mumbai show postponed; event to take place THIS month</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She stated, "If it was an early-morning shoot or filming in the mountains, my father would drive me, or I would ride in a vehicle with the supporting actors. I attended more than 100 auditions but was rejected each time, so I ended up going to auditions thinking, "I'll probably be rejected again today."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She further said, “There were many things said that can't even be aired. I heard so much profanity on set. I'm 158 cm, but I wrote 160 cm. Everyone already knew, but I still said I was 2 cm taller. There were so many scoldings. Some of the things said to me can't even be broadcast. I heard a lot of verbal abuse on set. Whenever something upsetting happened, I cried on the way home in my car. Even when I took public transportation, I cried many times.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/who-is-ryan-hurst-the-walking-dead-star-cast-as-kratos-in-prime-video-s-god-of-war-series-1768456736454"><strong>Who is Ryan Hurst? The Walking Dead star cast as Kratos in ‘God of War’ series</strong></a></p><h2>All about Kim Hye Yoon</h2><p>Kim Hye Yoon made her debut in the showbiz industry by being an actress in the 2013 KBS2 TV novel Samsaengi, playing the teenage version of a supporting character. Her significant role during this period was as a supporting character in the 2017 mystery thriller film <i>Memoir of a Murder.</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/bmc-elections-2026-akshay-kumar-suniel-shetty-gulzar-and-other-bollywood-celebrities-cast-their-vote-1768454474231"><strong>BMC Elections 2026: Bollywood celebrities cast their vote</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Kim Hye Yoon gained global fame after playing the role of Kang Ye Seo in JTBC's television series <i>Sky Castle</i> before landing her first leading roles in both television and film, including <i>Extraordinary You, Lovely Runner, and The Girl on a Bulldozer.</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/rs-2-crore-ransom-demand-shahid-kapoor-s-o-romeo-trailer-launch-cancelled-over-security-concerns-1768451581928"><strong>Shahid Kapoor’s O’ Romeo trailer launch cancelled over security concerns</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She has bagged several accolades, including Baeksang Arts Awards, Blue Dragon Film Awards, and Grand Bell Awards.</p>

Actress Kim Hye Yoon, best known for her roles in Lovely Runner and Sky Castle, has reportedly revealed that she was mistreated on the sets. Read to know more details.

South Korean actress Kim Hye Yoon, who made everyone focus on her with her cute and funny acting in shows like Extraordinary You, Lovely Runner, and Sky Castle, among others, reportedly revealed a shocking detail, which definitely exposes the dark reality of the entertainment industry. The star opened up about the endurance, which once had taken a toll on her. What did Kim Hye Yoon say about the mistreatment she faced? According to reports, in an interaction with tvN's variety program You Quiz on the Block, Kim Hye Yoon candidly spoke about the difficult situation during her rookie days. Also Read: Grammy-winning musician John Mayer's Mumbai show postponed; event to take place THIS month She stated, "If it was an early-morning shoot or filming in the mountains, my father would drive me, or I would ride in a vehicle with the supporting actors. I attended more than 100 auditions but was rejected each time, so I ended up going to auditions thinking, "I'll probably be rejected again today." She further said, “There were many things said that can't even be aired. I heard so much profanity on set. I'm 158 cm, but I wrote 160 cm. Everyone already knew, but I still said I was 2 cm taller. There were so many scoldings. Some of the things said to me can't even be broadcast. I heard a lot of verbal abuse on set. Whenever something upsetting happened, I cried on the way home in my car. Even when I took public transportation, I cried many times.” Also Read: Who is Ryan Hurst? The Walking Dead star cast as Kratos in ‘God of War’ series All about Kim Hye Yoon Kim Hye Yoon made her debut in the showbiz industry by being an actress in the 2013 KBS2 TV novel Samsaengi, playing the teenage version of a supporting character. Her significant role during this period was as a supporting character in the 2017 mystery thriller film Memoir of a Murder. Also Read: BMC Elections 2026: Bollywood celebrities cast their vote Kim Hye Yoon gained global fame after playing the role of Kang Ye Seo in JTBC's television series Sky Castle before landing her first leading roles in both television and film, including Extraordinary You, Lovely Runner, and The Girl on a Bulldozer. Also Read: Shahid Kapoor’s O’ Romeo trailer launch cancelled over security concerns She has bagged several accolades, including Baeksang Arts Awards, Blue Dragon Film Awards, and Grand Bell Awards.

<p>Actress Kim Hye Yoon, best known for her roles in Lovely Runner and Sky Castle, has reportedly revealed that she was mistreated on the sets. Read to know more details.</p>

Lovely Runner actress Kim Hye Yoon faced mistreatment on sets? Here's what we know

<p>Seems like John Mayer fans have to wait a bit more to hear him live! Renowned American musician John Mayer, who has made everyone swoon with his tracks, including Gravity, Free Fallin' and Your Body is a Wonderland, among others, was supposed to perform in Mumbai this month. However, it has been postponed. The ticketing platform has shared an update which has left fans disappointed. Let's delve in to know when he will be performing in India.</p><h2>When will John Mayer perform in Mumbai?</h2><p>BookMyShow took to their Instagram handle and shared an update in regard to the show in Mumbai. They wrote in the note, "Due to unforeseen circumstances, the John Mayer concert scheduled for January 22nd, 2026, has been postponed to February 11, 2026, at Mahalaxmi Race Course, Mumbai."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/pole-to-pole-with-will-smith-here-s-when-and-where-you-can-watch-this-globetrotter-series-1768474421634"><strong>Pole to Pole with Will Smith: Here's when and where you can watch this globetrotter series</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The note further read, "All existing tickets purchased on BookMyShow will remain valid for the rescheduled date. For any ticket-related enquiries, please contact our customer service team at reachout@bookmyshow.com. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you soon."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/vijay-s-jana-nayagan-film-release-in-limbo-court-battle-to-resume-on-jan-20th-1768459180361"><strong>Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' film release in limbo; court battle to resume on Jan 20th</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, with this latest update, fans were not happy and flooded the comment section with their&nbsp;</p><p>views. One user wrote, "Who's going to refund my flights and tickets both? Where is the refund option?" Another user wrote, "Just give the option for people to get refunded for those who won't be able to make it." “Will we get a refund, @bookmyshow.live, because for flights and hotel we're screwed, but at least a refund on the ticket?” wrote the third user.</p>

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<h2>What do we know about John Mayer?</h2><p>John Mayer is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Before gaining global stardom, during his early days of life, he performed at the 2000 South by Southwest festival and was subsequently signed by Aware Records, an imprint of Columbia Records through which he released his debut extended play (EP), Inside Wants Out (1999).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/bmc-elections-2026-akshay-kumar-suniel-shetty-gulzar-and-other-bollywood-celebrities-cast-their-vote-1768454474231"><strong>BMC Elections 2026: Bollywood celebrities cast their vote</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>After moving from the acoustic music that characterised his early records, he further delved into the blues and rock music that had originally influenced him.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/rs-2-crore-ransom-demand-shahid-kapoor-s-o-romeo-trailer-launch-cancelled-over-security-concerns-1768451581928"><strong>Shahid Kapoor’s O’ Romeo trailer launch cancelled over security concerns</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The songs John Mayer has delivered in his career are<i> Neon, Stop This Train, Heartbreak Warfare, I Don't Trust Myself, Why Georgia, Love on the Weekend, Daughters, Edge of Desire, Wild Blue, and Belief,</i> among others.</p>

Musician John Mayer, whose show was supposed to take place in Mumbai this month, has been postponed. Read to know when the gig will take place. 

Seems like John Mayer fans have to wait a bit more to hear him live! Renowned American musician John Mayer, who has made everyone swoon with his tracks, including Gravity, Free Fallin' and Your Body is a Wonderland, among others, was supposed to perform in Mumbai this month. However, it has been postponed. The ticketing platform has shared an update which has left fans disappointed. Let's delve in to know when he will be performing in India. When will John Mayer perform in Mumbai? BookMyShow took to their Instagram handle and shared an update in regard to the show in Mumbai. They wrote in the note, "Due to unforeseen circumstances, the John Mayer concert scheduled for January 22nd, 2026, has been postponed to February 11, 2026, at Mahalaxmi Race Course, Mumbai." Also Read: Pole to Pole with Will Smith: Here's when and where you can watch this globetrotter series The note further read, "All existing tickets purchased on BookMyShow will remain valid for the rescheduled date. For any ticket-related enquiries, please contact our customer service team at reachout@bookmyshow.com. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you soon." Also Read: Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' film release in limbo; court battle to resume on Jan 20th However, with this latest update, fans were not happy and flooded the comment section with their views. One user wrote, "Who's going to refund my flights and tickets both? Where is the refund option?" Another user wrote, "Just give the option for people to get refunded for those who won't be able to make it." “Will we get a refund, @bookmyshow.live, because for flights and hotel we're screwed, but at least a refund on the ticket?” wrote the third user.

<p>Musician John Mayer, whose show was supposed to take place in Mumbai this month, has been postponed. Read to know when the gig will take place.&nbsp;</p>

Grammy-winning musician John Mayer's Mumbai show postponed; event to take place THIS month

<p>This January, global icon Will Smith invites audiences on an extraordinary journey of exploration with the new National Geographic original series Pole to Pole with Will Smith.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The seven-part docuseries premieres on Fridays 9.30 pm on National Geographic Channel, bringing one of Nat Geo’s most ambitious global productions to viewers across the country.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Five years in the making, the series follows Will across all seven continents, taking him from the ice fields of Antarctica to the jungles of the Amazon, the mountains of the Himalayas, the deserts of Africa, the islands of the Pacific, and the icebergs of the Arctic.<br><br>Inspired by his late mentor to explore life’s big questions, Will throws himself into incredible challenges for 100 days: skiing to the South Pole, catching a giant anaconda, milking a venomous tarantula, climbing mountains, and diving under the ice of the North Pole. He will venture from pole to pole in the company of scientists, explorers and local experts.<br><br>Told with a cinematic scale, access, and authenticity only National Geographic can deliver, this once-in-a-lifetime adventure blends cutting-edge science, environmental storytelling, and bold exploration.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Guided by experts, scientists and explorers, Will helps make world-first scientific discoveries and forges profound human connections - from the Amazon’s Waorani community to the Kalahari’s San people, whose knowledge and resilience offer powerful lessons about our future on the planet.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Pole to Pole with Will Smith is an epic global undertaking defined by endurance, wonder and hope</p>

<p>“This journey was unlike anything I’ve ever done - at times I feared I might not make it home! It’s an exploration not just of the planet’s edges, but of some of the most extraordinary people living there,” said Smith. “From the coldest ice to the deepest jungles, the beauty of our world inspired my every step with awe and hope.”</p><h2>How many episodes are in this show?</h2><p>The series, which revolves around Will and his travel experiences, has seven episodes. Check the details of first three episodes here:&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<br><strong>“The South Pole” premieres Friday, Jan. 16th at 9.30 PM</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Will heads to the South Pole, where temperatures can drop below minus 100 degrees Fahrenheit. He skis and treks across giant icefields, and, faced with a giant cliff of ice in bone-chilling winds, struggles to climb to the top. Only with the support of one of the world’s best polar athletes, Richard Parks, does he succeed. In one of the planet’s most isolated research stations, scientists take ice cores deep under the surface and make incredible sacrifices to pursue their research.<br><br><strong>“The Amazon: Deadly Creatures” premieres Friday, Jan. 23rd at 9.30 PM on National Geographic</strong></p><p><br>Will, A MAN SCARED OF SPIDERS HIS WHOLE LIFE, ventures deep into the Ecuadorian Amazon on an expedition in search of deadly creatures. Joined by professor Bryan Fry and local mountaineer Carla Perez, they abseil 200 feet into a cave network known as the “womb of the Earth,” where they discover a giant tarantula. Using cutting- edge techniques, they extract its venom, which could hold the key to saving millions of<br>Lives.<br><br><strong>“The Amazon: Dark Waters” premieres Friday, Jan. 30th at 9.30 PM on National Geographic</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Will, Bryan and Carla join local Waorani elder Penti Baihua in the Amazon, in search of the world’s biggest snake: the giant green anaconda. They carefully remove just one scale from the 17-foot snake’s skin. Will’s fear turns into relief, then joy. The single scale can reveal the health of the entire ecosystem — crucial for the future of both wildlife and the Waorani.</p>

From the South Pole to the North Pole, Will Smith joins seven extraordinary expeditions to discover the secrets of Earth’s most extreme environments, pushing his mental and physical resilience to the limits.

This January, global icon Will Smith invites audiences on an extraordinary journey of exploration with the new National Geographic original series Pole to Pole with Will Smith. The seven-part docuseries premieres on Fridays 9.30 pm on National Geographic Channel, bringing one of Nat Geo’s most ambitious global productions to viewers across the country. Five years in the making, the series follows Will across all seven continents, taking him from the ice fields of Antarctica to the jungles of the Amazon, the mountains of the Himalayas, the deserts of Africa, the islands of the Pacific, and the icebergs of the Arctic. Inspired by his late mentor to explore life’s big questions, Will throws himself into incredible challenges for 100 days: skiing to the South Pole, catching a giant anaconda, milking a venomous tarantula, climbing mountains, and diving under the ice of the North Pole. He will venture from pole to pole in the company of scientists, explorers and local experts. Told with a cinematic scale, access, and authenticity only National Geographic can deliver, this once-in-a-lifetime adventure blends cutting-edge science, environmental storytelling, and bold exploration. Guided by experts, scientists and explorers, Will helps make world-first scientific discoveries and forges profound human connections - from the Amazon’s Waorani community to the Kalahari’s San people, whose knowledge and resilience offer powerful lessons about our future on the planet. Pole to Pole with Will Smith is an epic global undertaking defined by endurance, wonder and hope

<p>From the South Pole to the North Pole, Will Smith joins seven extraordinary expeditions to discover the secrets of Earth’s most extreme environments, pushing his mental and physical resilience to the limits.</p>

Pole to Pole with Will Smith: Here's when and where you can watch this globetrotter series

<p>After a three-year delay, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections finally took place in Mumbai. The civic body elections are underway, and like many other common people, Bollywood celebrities and other high-profile individuals turned out to cast their vote.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Among many, actor Akshay Kumar also stepped out to cast his vote in Mumbai. And while he was stepping out of the booth, the actor was stopped by a girl, who shared her financial struggles with him. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2>BMC polls 2026: Akshay Kumar casts a vote, a fan pleads for help</h2><p>In the early morning on Thursday, Akshay stepped out to cast his vote at Gandhi Shikshan Bhavan in Juhu. When the actor stepped out of the voting booth, guarded by his security, a girl approached him, seeking financial aid. With a paper in her hand, she told the actor about her financial condition and her father's heavy debt.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/vijay-s-jana-nayagan-film-release-in-limbo-court-battle-to-resume-on-jan-20th-1768459180361"><strong> </strong>Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' film release in limbo; court battle to resume on Jan 20th</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Papa bahut bade karze mein hai, unko please bahar nikalo (My father is in huge debt, please help to get him out of it)," she shared as the actor, and the onlookers listened to her.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The actor didn't ignore the girl's plea as he asked to share her number with his team. Expressing gratitude, he went on to touch the actor's feet. However, he was quick to stop him, saying, ''beta aisa mat kar (dont' do this, child.)''</p>

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<p>The video has gone viral across the internet, with people hailing the actor's kind gesture.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Commenting on the video, one user wrote,''Akshay Kumar is amazing and humble person.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Another user wrote,''Down to Earth, No Show-off, No Limelight…Just being humble.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/bmc-elections-2026-akshay-kumar-suniel-shetty-gulzar-and-other-bollywood-celebrities-cast-their-vote-1768454474231/1768454474232">BMC Elections 2026: Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Gulzar and other Bollywood celebrities cast their vot</a>e</p><p><br>The actor, who is an early riser, stepped out early morning at around 7:30 am. At the booth, he also interacted with the paparazzi as he urged the people to cast their votes.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“If we have to be the real hero of Mumbai, we shouldn’t do dialoguebaazi, instead come out and cast out votes,” he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Akshay Kumar’s wife, actress-author-host Twinkle Khanna, also cast her. Speaking to the media, the actress said that she votes every time, “Out of habit and hope.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The other Bollywood stars who have casted the vote are Suniel Shetty, Junaid Khan, Gulzar, Hema Malini and Vishal Dadlani.</p>

Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections are underway in Mumbai. Several celebrities, including actor Akshay Kumar, Twinkle Khanna, Gulzar and Suniel Shetty showed up to cast their votes. 

After a three-year delay, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections finally took place in Mumbai. The civic body elections are underway, and like many other common people, Bollywood celebrities and other high-profile individuals turned out to cast their vote. Among many, actor Akshay Kumar also stepped out to cast his vote in Mumbai. And while he was stepping out of the booth, the actor was stopped by a girl, who shared her financial struggles with him. BMC polls 2026: Akshay Kumar casts a vote, a fan pleads for help In the early morning on Thursday, Akshay stepped out to cast his vote at Gandhi Shikshan Bhavan in Juhu. When the actor stepped out of the voting booth, guarded by his security, a girl approached him, seeking financial aid. With a paper in her hand, she told the actor about her financial condition and her father's heavy debt. Also read: Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' film release in limbo; court battle to resume on Jan 20th "Papa bahut bade karze mein hai, unko please bahar nikalo (My father is in huge debt, please help to get him out of it)," she shared as the actor, and the onlookers listened to her. The actor didn't ignore the girl's plea as he asked to share her number with his team. Expressing gratitude, he went on to touch the actor's feet. However, he was quick to stop him, saying, ''beta aisa mat kar (dont' do this, child.)''

<p>Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections are underway in Mumbai. Several celebrities, including actor Akshay Kumar, Twinkle Khanna, Gulzar and Suniel Shetty showed up to cast their votes.&nbsp;</p>

A girl touches Akshay Kumar's feet, asks for financial aid at polling booth: 'Father is in huge debt'

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A girl touches Akshay Kumar's feet, asks for financial aid at polling booth