🎬 Top 20 Entertainment News — India & World
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Here are 20 notable entertainment developments making headlines today across Indian cinema, television, streaming, Hollywood and international entertainment.
🇮🇳 India Entertainment
1. Nani’s The Paradise Surges Toward ₹100 Crore
Nani and director Srikanth Odela’s The Paradise has made a strong start at the box office. Current reports put its two-day worldwide gross at around ₹98.5 crore, despite a substantial second-day drop.
2. Sidharth Malhotra’s Vvaan Opens at Around ₹8 Crore
Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia’s Vvaan has opened in cinemas, with early reports putting its first-day India collection at approximately ₹8 crore. The film represents an important theatrical release for Malhotra.
3. Hanuman Ansh Nears ₹400 Crore Worldwide
The devotional film Hanuman Ansh has completed 50 days in theatres and reached approximately ₹381 crore worldwide, according to current box-office reporting. The film continues to attract audiences well into its theatrical run.
4. Vicky Kaushal Gets a New Love & War First Look
A new poster featuring Vicky Kaushal from Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War has been released. The intense, smoky image has generated fresh discussion around the much-anticipated Ranbir Kapoor–Alia Bhatt–Vicky Kaushal project.
5. Zeenat Aman Praises Alia Bhatt’s Love & War Look
Veteran actress Zeenat Aman has reacted positively to Alia Bhatt’s cabaret-inspired first look from Love & War. Her response has added to the attention surrounding Bhansali’s upcoming film.
6. Ajay Devgn Jokes About Kajol Joining Drishyam
Ajay Devgn has offered a humorous response to a question about what the Drishyam franchise might have looked like if his wife Kajol had been part of the story. His comments have revived fan discussion around the popular crime-thriller series.
7. Farah Khan Reacts to Dhamaal 4
Farah Khan has shared her reaction to Dhamaal 4 after watching the film. The comedy franchise continues to attract attention as its latest instalment reaches audiences.
8. Anjali Anand Opens Up About Body-Shaming in Entertainment
Actress Anjali Anand has spoken about being asked to lose weight early in her career and revealing that the experience made her consider quitting. She later landed a project associated with Karan Johar.
9. Jailer 2 Song Celebrates Rajinikanth’s Stardom
The new Jailer 2 song “One Sun, One Moon”, composed by Anirudh Ravichander, has been released. The track is built around Rajinikanth’s screen presence and the star power surrounding the sequel.
10. Dhanush Announces New Project D56
Dhanush, Vadivelu and SJ Suryah are collaborating on D56, a new Tamil project launched in Madurai. The announcement has generated interest because of the combination of the three established names.
11. Dorothy Receives Attention After Release
Karthik Subbaraj’s Tamil film Dorothy, starring Keerthy Suresh, continues to attract discussion following its theatrical release. Reviews have focused on the film’s darker themes and uncomfortable subject matter.
12. Panchayat Movie Discussion Continues
Actor Raghubir Yadav has discussed the planned Panchayat movie and explained why the feature version may not function in exactly the same way as a series such as Mirzapur. The comments have renewed interest in the popular franchise.
13. OTT Investment Overtakes Television Content Investment in India
A major industry report says streaming platforms have overtaken television in India’s content investment for the first time. The shift reflects the rapidly changing economics of Indian entertainment and audience consumption.
14. Microdrama Content Expands Rapidly in India
ShareChat executives say falling production costs and greater use of AI are likely to increase the volume of microdrama content. With more short-form stories entering the market, recommendation algorithms are expected to play a larger role in determining which productions find audiences.
🌎 World Entertainment
15. Avengers: Endgame Encore Opens With Strong India Interest
Marvel’s Avengers: Endgame Encore has returned to theatres with additional material that helps set up Avengers: Doomsday. The re-release collected approximately ₹7 crore on its first day in India, according to early box-office reports.
16. Paramount-Warner Bros Deal Moves Closer to Completion
Paramount Skydance’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery remains one of Hollywood’s biggest corporate stories. Paramount has launched a proposed $7.5 billion debt raise as part of its financing package for the transaction.
17. Hollywood Merger Could Reshape the Global Streaming Market
The proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery transaction would bring major film studios, television networks and streaming platforms under one corporate structure. The deal could significantly alter Hollywood’s competitive landscape if completed.
18. Funko Attempts Major Business Turnaround
Funko, the company behind the popular Pop! collectible figures, is pursuing a turnaround after reporting a $67.4 million loss last year and warning about its ability to cover substantial debt. CEO Josh Simon, a former Netflix consumer-products executive, is moving production away from China and accelerating product launches.
19. Ben Affleck Talks About His Children’s Jokes About His Dating History
Ben Affleck has shared a humorous story about his three children teasing him about his dating history. The actor said his children are increasingly confident about challenging his advice, including on relationships.
20. Hollywood Continues Debate Over AI and the Future of Entertainment
Artificial intelligence remains a major industry issue, with filmmakers and performers debating its impact on acting, production, content creation and employment. The rapid expansion of AI-assisted production is also contributing to the growth of lower-cost formats such as microdramas.
