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Nouvelles Vagues has quickly become one of Europe's most closely watched festivals spotlighting the future of global storytelling and contemporary cinema culture.

Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old Indian-origin student from Rancho Cucamonga, California, won the Scripps National Spelling Bee after a dramatic spell-off against ishaan Gupta of New Jersey. The contest featured 18 rounds over three days and ended in a rapid 90-second tiebreaker where Shrey spelled 32 words correctly. His victory continues a strong Indian-origin presence in the competition. The final, held in Washington DC, tested speed, accuracy, and composure under pressure.

Malayalam romantic comedy-drama 'Spa,' directed by Abrid Shine, is set for its OTT debut on ManoramaMAX starting May 28, 2026. The film, which premiered in theaters on February 13, centers on Mathan's quest to distinguish real love from his idealized notions. Actress Shruthy Menon shared insights into her character portrayal and the film's supportive set environment.

The 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee has entered its final stage, with 247 students from across the United States and other countries competing in one of the world’s biggest English language contests. Indian-origin students continue to dominate the competition, with 30 of the last 36 winners belonging to the community. This year’s finalists will compete for more than $50,000 in cash and prizes

As the Cannes Film Festival 2026 begins in the French Riviera, a look back at some of the most talked-about Indian fashion moments from Cannes 2025 reveals how celebrities balanced Indian craftsmanship with global couture aesthetics. From Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s regal Manish Malhotra ensemble and Alia Bhatt’s much-discussed Cannes debut to experimental appearances by Parul Gulati and fresh red carpet outings by Nitanshi Goel, Indian celebrities brought a mix of tradition, couture and individuality to the global stage. Actors like Janhvi Kapoor, ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa and Karan Johar also drew attention for their distinct fashion choices.

ishaan Khatter eyes comedy in Palash Vaswani's (Gullak creator) debut film post-Homebound (India's Oscar entry with Neeraj Ghaywan). The Royals S2 on Netflix follows, as Prince Aviraaj amid royal intrigue.

Three former Peak XV Partners managing directors are launching Mettle Capital. Ashish Agrawal, ishaan Mittal, and Tejeshwi Sharma have formed an equal partnership. This structure is uncommon in Indian venture capital. The firm aims for transparency in governance and economics. Mettle Capital plans to invest in Series A and Series B startups. They are targeting a corpus of $350-400 million.

Bhumi Pednekar exits Netflix's 'The Royals' Season 2, with creators shifting focus to family dynamics and world-building over romance. Pednekar is reportedly pursuing intense roles, including a courtroom drama and Imran Khan's comeback film. Season 2 will expand the established universe, highlighting characters like ishaan Khatter and Zeenat Aman.

Fans are buzzing with excitement after 'Sairat' stars Rinku Rajguru and Akash Thosar posted a playful photo on Instagram. The pair, beloved for their captivating portrayal in the 2016 Marathi box office success that inspired a Bollywood adaptation, brought back fond memories of their dynamic on-screen romance.

Neeraj Chopra is nearing a comeback after a 232-day break focused on rehabilitation from groin, ankle and back injuries. The Olympic champion has been rebuilding fitness and refining technique ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Potential return events include meets in Poland, Finland and Czechia, while his main target remains defending his Asian Games title later this year.

Actor Nikitin Dheer posted a heartfelt message for his late father, Pankaj Dheer. He shared a throwback picture and expressed how much he misses his father's presence and hugs. Pankaj Dheer, known for playing Karn in Mahabharat, passed away last year after battling cancer. Nikitin Dheer continues to honor his father's memory.

Actor Nikitin Dheer seemed emotional as he wrote a note for his late father and actor Pankaj Dheer, saying that he misses his presence and his hugs.

At Boman Irani's scriptwriting event, Aamir Khan posed a question to veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar about his enduring relevance across generations. Akhtar, humorously correcting his age, then offered a serious reflection on maintaining his connection with collaborators of all ages throughout his extensive career.

Actor Shantanu Maheshwari, who essays the role of ishaan Mehrotra in the streaming series 'Campus Beats', has said that the show allowed him to celebrate his love for dance.