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Shogun 2: Cosmo Jarvis, Hiroyuki Sanada's show to take place 10 years after season 1. Check production, script details
FX has announced that filming for the second season of its Emmy-winning drama series Shogun will begin in January 2026. Cosmo Jarvis and Hiroyuki Sanada will reprise their roles, with the new season set a decade after the first. The creators face challenges in crafting an original storyline, as no other novels in James Clavell's saga feature the same characters.

Pakistani designer's post on 'our stars' Shah Rukh, Diljit Dosanjh at Met Gala irks fans: 'What is for us to celebrate'
Pakistani designer Zara Shahjahan's Instagram post praising Indian stars Shah Rukh Khan and Diljit Dosanjh at Met Gala sparked controversy. Fans criticized her for calling them 'our stars', highlighting ongoing India-Pakistan cultural tensions and political complexities.

Karthik Subbaraj wants to make an ‘indie film for film festivals’ after Suriya's Retro: ‘Want to see the other side’
Filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj plans to create a low-budget indie film for festivals after Retro, seeking creative freedom without commercial pressures. He wants to explore a different filmmaking approach with a new artist and minimal budget constraints.

Jaat director Gopichand Malineni says Vijay left his project as he was ‘pressured’ to pick Tamil director for last film
Director Gopichand Malineni claims Vijay rejected his film after being pressured to choose a Tamil director for his final project. Despite initially liking the script, Vijay opted for another project with a Tamil filmmaker.

Niharika Konidela excited for Varun Tej, Lavanya Tripathi's baby; Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Upasana Konidela send them love
Actor Varun Tej and Lavanya Tripathi announced their pregnancy, receiving congratulations from celebrities like Niharika, Samantha, and Upasana. The couple, who married in Italy in November, shared a sweet photo with baby booties.

Kajol teases BFF Shah Rukh Khan, copies his Met Gala 2025 look; fans reminded of Rahul-Anjali from Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
Bollywood icons Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol playfully recreated his Met Gala 2025 look, with Kajol mimicking SRK's black tuxedo and accessories. Fans celebrated their iconic friendship, reminiscing about their classic on-screen chemistry from films like Kuch Kuch Hota Hai.

Neha Kakkar refused to perform for 700 people at Melbourne concert? Singer shares clip to give her side of the story
Singer Neha Kakkar addressed allegations of refusing to perform for 700 people in Melbourne, sharing a concert video showing enthusiastic fans. She previously apologized for a delayed show and claimed event organizers mistreated her team, denying claims of being a diva.

Thudarum director Tharun Moorthy reveals film took 12 years to be made after Mohanlal signed
Thudarum, directed by Tharun Moorthy, took 12 years to materialize. Starring Mohanlal as a relatable middle-class family man, the film has earned over Rs 130 crore worldwide in nine days, resonating with audiences through its emotional storytelling and character depth.

When Shah Rukh Khan said ‘there’s no space for me in West', talked about never working in Hollywood: I am a little brown
Shah Rukh Khan made his Met Gala debut, facing minor recognition challenges. Despite global fame, he has avoided Hollywood, believing there's no space for him due to age, appearance, and limited unique skills.

Indian cricket team's first captain inspired Diljit Dosanjh's Met Gala look: Owned 44 Rolls Royces, has a Lagaan connect
Diljit Dosanjh's Met Gala look honored Maharaja Bhupinder Singh, Punjab's first cricket team captain known for extravagance. Inspired by his white traditional attire and legendary status, Dosanjh showcased Punjabi heritage through carefully curated outfit and jewellery.

Alia Bhatt is all hearts for ‘legend’ Shah Rukh Khan and ‘gorgeous mama’ Kiara Advani's Met Gala debut looks
Alia Bhatt praised Shah Rukh Khan and pregnant Kiara Advani's Met Gala looks, commenting "Legend" and "Gorgeous mama" on their Instagram posts. Both actors made stylish debuts, with Shah Rukh wearing a black Sabyasachi suit and Kiara in a custom Gaurav Gupta creation.

Squid Game season 3 trailer: Lee Jung-jae's Seong Gi-hun returns to play the final game. Watch
Netflix's Squid Game season 3 trailer reveals Seong Gi-hun's return to deadly games. Survivors face a new challenge with a mysterious gumball machine, with a baby's cry adding intrigue to the final season's dramatic conclusion.

It’s a dream, feels surreal: Ishaan Khatter on Martin Scorsese boarding ‘Homebound’
Actor Ishaan Khatter expressed excitement over Martin Scorsese's role as executive producer for his film "Homebound," which premieres at Cannes. Khatter, who kept Scorsese's involvement secret for ten months, praised director Neeraj Ghaywan and highlighted the significance of Indian cinema's presence at the festival. "Homebound" is backed by Dharma Productions and also stars Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor.

Fans back Gautam Gulati after he ‘shuts down’ Neha Dhupia, calls her ‘fake’ during ugly fight in Roadies XX
During Roadies XX, Gautam Gulati confronted Neha Dhupia after she mocked his emotional moment, leading to a heated exchange. Fans sided with Gautam, praising him for standing up to Neha and calling her out for being disrespectful during the reality show.

I bring my turban, culture and mother tongue: Punjabi singer-star Diljit Dosanjh on Met Gala debut
Singer Diljit Dosanjh made a stunning debut at Met Gala 2025, honoring his Sikh roots and Punjab heritage with a regal white ensemble. Inspired by Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of Patiala, he wore an ivory sherwani, a bejeweled turban, and a kirpan. Diljit emphasized his cultural pride on social media, showcasing his look designed by Prabal Gurung.

Vijay's security pulls out a gun as fan tries to get close to actor at airport; internet calls it ‘scary’. Watch
At Madurai airport, actor Vijay's bodyguard drew a gun while managing an overzealous fan trying to get close. Social media divided over incident, with some calling it scary and others defending security's actions as standard protocol.