Day 2 of Rolling Loud India in Navi Mumbai delivered a powerful mix of global and Indian music, showcasing how diverse sounds are shaping the country’s growing festival culture. The event brought together top international names and leading Indian artists, creating a vibrant musical experience filled with trap, hip hop and Punjabi energy. The highlight of the evening was the unique blend of genres that came alive on stage. Karan Aujla delivered a dominating Punjabi set that had the crowd singing and dancing in unison. His performances of Softly, Chitta Kurta and Tauba Tauba brought an explosive wave of Punjabi…
Author: Pranal Kaushik
The stunning box office performance of Wicked For Good has sparked renewed conversations in Hollywood about the future of large-scale musical films. With a global opening of 226 million, including 150 million from the United States and Canada alone, the Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo starrer is proving that musical cinema still holds enormous commercial potential. For years, the musical genre has delivered mixed box office results, with only a few titles achieving breakout success. Industry experts now believe Wicked For Good may shift this narrative by demonstrating the strength of theatrical adaptations built around beloved stage productions and marquee…
Following her historic win at Miss Universe 2025, Fátima Bosch has begun laying out her vision for the year ahead, focusing on empowerment, advocacy, and meaningful international engagement. Her reign is expected to centre around social-impact work, public speaking, and cultural representation on global platforms. Bosch shared that one of her priorities is to expand awareness around neurodiversity and mental well-being—causes she has personally connected with throughout her journey. She also intends to collaborate with international organisations to support education, youth development, and empowerment initiatives for women and children. As part of her responsibilities, Bosch will travel extensively for events,…
A tense moment unfolded inside the Bigg Boss Telugu 9 house when actress Thanuja Puttaswamy found herself in the middle of a sharp disagreement that quickly drew attention from viewers. The argument, which stemmed from a task-related misunderstanding, highlighted the growing pressure among contestants as the competition intensifies. According to the episode footage, the exchange began when Thanuja questioned the fairness of a decision taken by fellow contestants during a group activity. Her remarks sparked immediate reactions, leading to raised voices and a back-and-forth that revealed how emotional the environment inside the house has become. While the disagreement created a…
Actor Penn Badgley has given a candid account of how his and his wife’s experience of two consecutive miscarriages nearly led to the breakup of their marriage. Speaking openly on the “Totally Booked” podcast and in his forthcoming essay collection, he described how the emotional toll caused feelings of isolation and strain. He reflected that the losses were deeply painful because they occurred in a culture that seldom discusses miscarriage openly. Badgley shared that the memory of a sonogram image has stayed with him and that the fear the cycle would never end weighed heavily on both partners. He said…
The psychological thriller After the Hunt, directed by Luca Guadagnino and featuring a star-studded cast that includes Julia Roberts, Ayo Edebiri and Andrew Garfield, will make its streaming debut on Prime Video starting 20 November 2025. The film was released theatrically earlier and marks one of the major early releases for the streaming season. In the film Roberts portrays Alma, a philosophy professor whose bedrock world starts shifting when a star student accuses one of her colleagues of misconduct. The narrative explores power, secrecy and the cost of truth in highly driven academic environments. Critics noted this film pushes narrative…
Jason Isaacs and Tom Felton, famous for their on-screen father-son roles as Lucius and Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter films, were photographed backstage at the Broadway production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. They were joined by actor Aidan Close who plays Scorpius Malfoy in the show. The reunion marks a notable moment for fans of the franchise as Felton recently returned to the Wizarding World in a live theatre setting after being away for years. Isaacs congratulated his former co-star with a warm message, calling his achievement “So brave. So proud.” Felton shared images of the trio…
Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns has released his latest six-part, 12-hour miniseries The American Revolution, which debuts on public television and is now available to stream online. The series takes a fresh look at the conflict that led to the founding of the United States by incorporating overlooked voices including Indigenous peoples, enslaved African Americans, and women. Burns, working alongside co-directors Sarah Botstein and David P. Schmidt, emphasised the complexity of the Revolution pointing out that it was as much a civil war within colonial society as a war for independence. In a recent interview he noted that the conflict was…
Americana and alt-country singer-songwriter Todd Snider has passed away at the age of 59. His family and label confirmed that he died following complications related to pneumonia; the cause of death has not been officially detailed.Snider built a career over more than three decades, celebrated for his sharp lyrical voice, storytelling style and ability to blend folk, country and rock influences in his music. He emerged from scenes in Oregon, Texas and Tennessee, ultimately becoming a respected figure in Nashville’s East Nashville community.In recent weeks he had cancelled the remainder of a tour after a reported assault outside a hotel…
Actress Dakota Johnson has publicly challenged director Yorgos Lanthimos to broaden his casting choices following his frequent collaborations with actress Emma Stone. At a recent screening of their latest film partnership Ms Johnson playfully addressed the director’s casting pattern by saying that there are indeed other actresses out there. Johnson’s remarks came during a press event for the film Bugonia where the creative team gathered to discuss the production. She designed the remark as a light moment but underscored a deeper message about visibility in the industry. According to insiders the comment sparked conversation about how major filmmakers approach recurring…