Murali

Atharvaa and Fahadh Faasil's upcoming Tamil film, 'Idhayam Murali', is set to release on July 10. Directed by Aakash Baskaran, the movie explores the profound emotions of one-sided love, a theme the makers aim to dedicate the film to. The narrative follows Atharvaa's character, who experiences significant joy and sorrow in his unrequited affection.

Rumours of a Tollywood-Malayalam collaboration between Allu Arjun and Basil Joseph have sparked speculation about a 'Shaktimaan' film. However, director Arun Anirudhan clarified that the upcoming project with Allu Arjun is entirely separate from the 'Shaktimaan' movie, which itself faces complex development challenges. Updates on both ventures are anticipated soon.

A thrilling National Senior Athletics Federation Competition saw Dev Kumar Meena and Kuldeep Kumar shatter the pole vault national record, both clearing 5.45m. Murali Sreeshankar and Sarvesh Anil Kushare also secured gold in long jump and high jump respectively, meeting Commonwealth Games standards. Tejas Shirse dominated hurdles, while Ravina triumphed in the 10,000m race walk.

Akhil Akkineni and Bhagyashri Borse star in the upcoming village romance drama ‘Lenin’. The film's teaser, released on a significant date for the Akkineni family, showcases their chemistry and a blend of romance with hints of action. The movie, featuring music by Thaman, is slated for a June 26, 2026 release.

My character in Blast is fierce, unafraid and is trained in martial arts. I've explored something that hasn't been done a lot in Tamil cinema, says Preity Mukhundhan.

The Padma Awards 2026 honoured leading Indian entertainment figures at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Dharmendra received a posthumous Padma Vibhushan, accepted by Hema Malini. Satish Shah was posthumously awarded the Padma Shri. Alka Yagnik, Mammootty, and R Madhavan were also honoured among 131 awardees across various fields.

As IPL 2026 playoffs loom, Suresh Raina leads all-time playoff run charts with 714 runs. MS Dhoni and Shubman Gill follow closely. Dwayne Bravo tops wicket-takers with 28 scalps. Shubman Gill also holds the record for the highest individual playoff score. These records highlight playoff legends ahead of crucial matches.

Mohanlal and Jeethu Joseph's 'Drishyam 3' has achieved a remarkable worldwide box office collection of over Rs 156 crore within its first five days. Despite a notable drop on its first Monday, the suspense thriller has demonstrated strong performance, with India's net collection reaching Rs 61.80 crore.

Tovino Thomas and Basil Joseph's latest comedy gem, 'Athiradi', continues to captivate audiences, soaring past the incredible milestone of Rs 62.92 crore worldwide. Day thirteen saw a small drop in box office numbers, but the film's steady performance during weekdays speaks volumes.

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.

Mohanlal's 'Drishyam 3' continues its strong box office performance, crossing Rs 63 crore gross in India by Day 4. The mystery thriller saw a slight increase on Sunday, with the Malayalam version leading collections. Overseas markets also contributed significantly, pushing the worldwide gross to an impressive Rs 141.34 crore in just four days.

Pole vaulters Dev Meena and Kuldeep Kumar etched their names in history, jointly setting a new national record of 5.45m at the National Senior Athletics Federation Competition. Both athletes achieved the Commonwealth Games qualifying mark. Elsewhere, Murali Sreeshankar and Sarvesh Anil Kushare also secured gold and CWG berths in their respective events.

With 'Athiradi,' Tovino Thomas and Basil Joseph are making waves at the box office, surpassing Rs 32 crore net in India and reaching Rs 61 crore worldwide. Following a fantastic second Sunday, the film has seen a boost in audience numbers, especially during the prime afternoon and evening slots. Additionally, its overseas earnings are adding to the film's remarkable journey.