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Pulkit Samrat and Varun Sharma transform into modern-day ‘Rahu and Ketu’ in teaser

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Pulkit Samrat and Varun Sharma transform into modern-day ‘Rahu and Ketu’ in teaser

The intriguing teaser offers an exciting first glimpse of the film’s fresh concept and dynamic characters. Packed with striking visuals and an engaging premise, it sets the stage for a story where destiny hilariously goes off track. Taking to Instagram, the makers shared the teaser, writing, “Naye saal mein ho jaao taiyyar, kyunki badlegi aapki dasha aur disha jab life mein aayenge Rahu Ketu Gear up with your gang to dive straight into the cosmic chaos! #RahuKetu Teaser Out Now In cinemas on 16th January 2026.”

The teaser opens with Piyush Mishra in a mysterious, almost otherworldly persona — someone who clearly understands “dasha” and “disha” far beyond what anyone expects. After a chance meeting with him, Pulkit Samrat and Varun Sharma are suddenly turned into present-day versions of Rahu and Ketu. What follows is a whirlwind of cosmic chaos, celestial quirks, and full-on comedy.

Speaking about the film, Pulkit shared in a statement, “We’ve had the most fun shooting this full-on, hilariously twisted chaos of a film. Can’t wait for audiences to see what we’ve created.”

Varun Sharma added, “The moment I heard Rahu Ketu, I knew this was going to be unlike anything we’ve ever done- and what an experience it’s been!”

Director Vipul Vig mentioned, “Astrology has always fascinated me, and reimagining it through humour and heart was something I was eager to explore. Having written the Fukrey films, working with Varun and Pulkit again — this time as a director — felt both familiar and thrilling. Making Rahu Ketu as my directorial debut has been nothing short of magical.”

“Rahu Ketu,” set amidst the madness of everyday life, reunites Pulkit Samrat and Varun Sharma after their popular pairing in the “Fukrey” series. The ensemble cast also features Shalini Pandey, Piyush Mishra, Chunky Pandey, Amit Sial, and Manurishi Chaddha.

The movie, backed by Zee Studios and BLive Productions, is scheduled to arrive in theatres on 16 January, 2026.

Vipin Sharma reflects on overcoming five years of typecasting: ‘It took a lot of mental work’

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Vipin Sharma reflects on overcoming five years of typecasting: ‘It took a lot of mental work’

In an exclusive interview with IANS, the Taare Zameen Par actor shared that he went through a phase of four to five years where he kept getting offered the same kind of roles, leading to typecasting. Vipin admitted that this period was challenging and required a lot of inner strength and mental effort to stay motivated.

When asked whether he received new opportunities or faced challenges after “Taare Zameen Par,” Vipin Sharma said, “I faced typecasting for four to five years. It was difficult. I had to do a lot of mental work. But gradually, I performed varied roles, and that changed perceptions. I never stopped working or loving my craft.”

Talking about whether choosing varied genres was a conscious decision, he explained that he has worked across horror, time travel, and drama. “It came naturally. People see your work and feel you suit certain roles. It works both ways. Sometimes you get work through your work, sometimes you approach. For example, I wasn’t initially part of Shahid. One day I met Anshul Mehta and told him I had heard about his film. That’s how I became part of it.”

Furthermore, when asked how he views the evolution of the industry, the ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’ actor expressed the growth has been remarkable, with new shows, fresh writers, innovative directors, and talented cinematographers all finding space to showcase their work. According to him, OTT platforms have played a major role in this change — without them, many people would have had to wait years for opportunities. He described OTT as a “beautiful blessing” that has opened doors for countless artists.

Vipin Sharma mentioned, “It is wonderful. New shows, new writers, new directors, new cinematographers — everyone is getting opportunities. Without OTT, people would have had to wait years. OTT is a beautiful blessing.”

99-year-old Dick Van Dyke shares why he turned down James Bond role

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99-year-old Dick Van Dyke shares why he turned down James Bond role

Veteran actor Dick Van Dyke shared that he “almost” became James Bond, and still regrets turning down the chance to play 007, according to People.

The 99-year-old actor, whose award-winning career has spanned decades and continues to go strong today, spoke to Al Roker for a special interview.

When Roker asked, “Is it true you could have almost become James Bond?” Van Dyke responded, “I almost did,” adding that he was approached to play the iconic spy upon Sean Connery’s departure.

“Producer Albert Broccoli came to me and said, ‘Would you like to be Bond?’ And I said, ‘Have you heard my British accent?’ Click!” said Van Dyke.

He noted that he would have taken the role. Still, he ultimately felt it would have been such a departure from his other family-friendly roles in films like Mary Poppins that audiences may not have “accepted it from me,” as reported by People.

He added, however, that playing the role of Bond would no doubt “have been a great experience.”

The actor earned a Tony Award for originating the role of Albert Peterson in Bye Bye Birdie on Broadway in the 1960s and captured viewers’ hearts on series such as The Dick Van Dyke Show and Diagnosis Murder, and movies including Mary Poppins (in which he used a cockney accent) and Dick Tracy, reported People.

Van Dyke also noted that he has no plans to slow down in his acting career, despite his age. “I don’t want to. I mean, it’s my hobby. It’s my life. I love it,” he told Roker, adding, “I’m looking for work right now.”

He shared how his life has changed ahead of his 100th birthday and reflected on the challenges that come with ageing, “It’s frustrating to feel diminished in the world, physically and socially,” he wrote, adding, “I get invites to events or offers for gigs in New York or Chicago, but that kind of travel takes so much out of me that I have to say no. Almost all of my visiting with folks has to happen at my house.”

The actor also revealed in the essay that he still tries to “hit the gym three times a week.

“I don’t know why this is something I still want to do, but it is,” Van Dyke wrote, adding, “If I miss too many gym days, I really can feel it, a stiffness creeping in here and there. If I let that set in, well, God help me,” according to People.

First look images from Sophie Turner’s heist drama ‘Steal’ out now

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First look images from Sophie Turner’s heist drama ‘Steal’ out now

Jacob Fortune-Lloyd (Bodies, The Queen’s Gambit) and Archie Madekwe (Saltburn, Gran Turismo) are also a part of the heist thriller.

Steal is a contemporary, high-octane thriller about the heist of the century and the ordinary office worker, Zara (Sophie Turner), who finds herself at the heart of it, read a press note.

“A typical work day at a pension fund investment company, Lochmill Capital, is upended when a gang of violent thieves burst in and force Zara and her best mate Luke (Archie Madekwe) to execute their demands. But who would steal billions of pounds of ordinary people’s pensions and why? DCI Rhys (Jacob Fortune-Lloyd) is determined to find out, but as a recently relapsed gambling addict, Rhys must keep his own money problems at bay while dealing with the secret agendas and competing interests at the centre of this far-reaching crime,” the note further read.

The Prime Video series comes from executive producers Greg Brenman and Rebecca De Souza, and producer Nuala O’Leary. Amazon MGM Studios is producing alongside Drama Republic.

Kunal Kemmu’s ‘Single Papa’: A man-child’s chaotic adoption journey

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Kunal Kemmu’s ‘Single Papa’: A man-child’s chaotic adoption journey

Kunal Kemmu will be seen sharing screen space with Manoj Pahwa, Prajakta Koli, and Ayesha Raza in a new Netflix show ‘Single Papa’.

The series follows Gaurav Gehlot, aka GG, a lovable man-child whose emotional age can best be described as “work in progress.”

His “sudden decision to adopt a baby right after his divorce, leaves his family so shocked they briefly consider rebooting him. What follows is unprecedented kalesh as the Gehlots scramble to understand how a man who still misplaces his socks plans to raise a whole human,” read a press note.

Kunal Kemmu, who steps into the role of Gaurav Gahlot, adds , “Single Papa shows the messy, colorful chaos that makes a family special. Playing Gaurav, who is figuring out how to be a dad, made me laugh, cry, and reminded me how much parenting is trial and error, and a whole lot of love. I’m excited for everyone to meet my cute baby and join this joyride with my Great Indian Family!”

‘Single Papa’ will be released on Netflix on 12 December.

Madhuri Dixit’s first look in ‘Mrs. Deshpande’ looks powerful and intriguing

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Madhuri Dixit’s first look in ‘Mrs. Deshpande’ looks powerful and intriguing

Bollywood superstar Madhuri Dixit has always been called synonymous with charm and effortless grace for over three decades of her career in the entertainment world.

The actress, after entertaining her audiences with her choices of movies and projects, is all set to appear in her next OTT show, titled Mrs. Deshpande. The first glimpse of the show that was out today sees Madhuri removing all her makeup and accessories, followed by her in a no-makeup look in the next immediate shot. Going by the looks of the environment, it seems she is behind bars.

Madhuri, in her jail uniform, is seen smirking, further sending shivers down the spine. Produced by Applause Entertainment in association with Kukunoor Movies and directed by Nagesh Kukunoor, Mrs. Deshpande introduces us to a Madhuri Dixit audiences have never witnessed. Her raw, stripped-back, and powerfully real avatar in Mrs Deshpande is sure to intrigue audiences.

For the uninitiated, the actress recently was on a USA tour where her fans got to see their idol share some unknown facts about her personal and professional life and also watch her dance to some of her iconic Bollywood dance numbers. Amidst her busy schedule, the actress was seen sneaking out some time for herself.

Madhuri, in a video shared by her on her social media account, was seen taking a stroll in the middle of lush green streets with a beautiful lake in the middle. The ‘Anjaam’ actress was seen wearing a leather jacket with a matching skirt, a complementary scarf, and a woollen cap, indicating she is on a vacation at a place where the temperatures are low.

Uploading the clip on her social media account, Madhuri captioned it as, “Ye waadiyan, this silence, and a moment just to be (dizzy and white heart emojis) (sic).”

The actress debuted in Bollywood with the movie Abodh in 1984. She rose to fame with her movies like Anjaam, Hum Aapke Hain Koun, Dil, Tejaab, Beta and many more. She was last seen in the OTT movie Majaa Ma, which was released in 2022.

Rooney Mara and Joaquin Phoenix back Palestinian short film after Cannes win

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Rooney Mara and Joaquin Phoenix back Palestinian short film after Cannes win

Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara are now associated with “I’m Glad You’re Dead Now,” which won Cannes Film Festival’s short film Palme d’Or this year, as executive producers.

Palestinian Tawfeek Barhom directed, wrote and co-stars in the 13-minute drama, which is a co-production between Palestine, France and Greece. The film also stars Ashraf Barhom, as per Variety.

The story follows two brothers who return to the island of their childhood, where hidden tensions and long-buried secrets force them to confront a haunting past that binds them together.

Speaking about the film, Phoenix said, “This is a film that confronts memory, trauma, and reconciliation in a way that feels urgent and necessary today. I’m proud to be part of its future.”

Mara added, “From the moment I saw ‘I’m Glad You’re Dead Now,’ its emotional weight and restrained power stayed with me. I am honored to support Tawfeek’s vision and the film’s continuing journey.”

Barhom said, “I am deeply moved that Rooney Mara and Joaquin Phoenix have chosen to stand with this film and its story. Their belief honours the film’s spirit, and their creative support will be invaluable as we take ‘I’m Glad You’re Dead Now’ to wider audiences.”

The film is scheduled to be screened at the Doha Film Festival this month.

Moana live-action remake teaser released, starring Catherine Laga’aia and Dwayne Johnson returning as Maui.

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Moana live-action remake teaser released, starring Catherine Laga’aia and Dwayne Johnson returning as Maui.

The makers have released the first trailer for the live-action remake of ‘Moana’ starring Catherine Laga’aia and Dwayne Johnson in the lead roles.

Like the original 2016 animated movie of the same name, the live-action film will once again star Dwayne Johnson as Maui, a once-mighty demigod who aids the adventurous young teenager on a quest to save her island and its people.

Although Johnson reprises his role from the animated film Moana, which was originally played and voiced by Auli’i Cravalho, it is now played by a young newcomer, Laga’aia.

Dwayne ‘Rock’ Johnson shared the trailer on his Instagram handle on Monday. The film is slated to release in cinemas on 10 July, 2026.

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The 17-year-old actor Laga’aia expressed her excitement for the movie. She calls the movie an opportunity to celebrate Samoa and all Pacific Island peoples.

“I’m really excited to embrace this character because Moana is one of my favourites. My grandfather comes from Fa’aala, Palauli, in Savai’i. And my grandmother is from Leulumoega Tuai on the main island of ‘Upolu in Samoa. I’m honoured to have an opportunity to celebrate Samoa and all Pacific Island peoples, and to represent young girls who look like me,” said Laga’aia as quoted by Variety.

John Tui will play Moana’s father, Chief Tui, while Frankie Adams will play Moana’s mother Sina. Rena Owen also stars as Gramma Tala, reported Variety.

The first animated film ‘Moana’ was directed by John Musker and Ron Clements, with a script from Jared Bush and featuring music by Mark Mancina, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Opetaia Foa`i.

Bush returns to the live-action ‘Moana’ as co-screenwriter alongside Dana Ledoux Miller, with Thomas Kail directing.

Johnson, Dany Garcia, Hiram Garcia and Beau Flynn will produce. Mark Mancina returns to score the film, while Miranda will produce.

Christian Bale joins Leonardo DiCaprio in Michael Mann’s Heat 2, featuring AI de-aging technology

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Christian Bale joins Leonardo DiCaprio in Michael Mann’s Heat 2, featuring AI de-aging technology

Hollywood star Christian Bale is circling for a role in the upcoming part of the ‘Heat’ franchise. The 51-year-old actor is in contention to star in director Michael Mann’s upcoming sequel to his 1995 heist thriller alongside Leonardo DiCaprio, also 51.

However, it’s not clear if who out of Christian Bale or Leo could be playing in the movie. The script of ‘Heat 2’has “drawn strong interest from top talent”, reports ‘Female First UK’.

Production for ‘Heat 2’, which is being produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Scott Stuber, Nick Nesbitt and Mann, is set to commence next year in Los Angeles.

As per ‘Female First UK’, ‘Heat 2’ will be based on Mann’s 2022 novel of the same name that the 82-year-old filmmaker co-wrote with Meg Gardiner. The book unfolds across two timelines, with one following Chris Shiherlis (played by Val Kilmer) as he flees the LAPD and Lt. Vincent Hanna (played by Al Pacino) after the failed bank robbery seen in 1995’s Heat, eventually pushing the story into new territory in the tri-border zone and Southeast Asia.

The other returns to Chicago in 1988, where Neil McCauley (played by Robert DeNiro), Shiherlis, and their elite crew are pulling scores on the West Coast, along the U.S., Mexico border, and in the city itself, while Hanna begins his rise in the Chicago Police Department pursuing a brutal gang of home invaders. Mann previously revealed he was planning to use artificial intelligence (AI) to experiment with “ageing and de-ageing” in ‘Heat 2’.

Speaking at the Lumiere Film Festival in France, he said, “I don’t experiment with technology gratuitously. When I have a dramatic need or aesthetic need for it, then I go deep into what I need”.

The Collateral director, who received the 2025 Lumiere Award at the festival, added, “Ageing and de-ageing may be very important in the next film”.

In August, ‘Heat 2’ was axed by Warner Bros. due to budget concerns, but Mann feels the project’s move to Amazon MGM Studios-owned United Artists will allow the film to be made in the way he wants.

He explained, “‘Heat 2’ is an expensive movie to make, but I believe it should be made at the proper size and scale. It’s going to shoot in Chicago, Los Angeles and Paraguay, and possibly some parts of Singapore. People make dramas at a certain budget level, because of the costs, not because of anybody being greedy. If it was at a lower price, I could have made it anywhere. But it’s complex. I can’t get into all the politics of it”.

F1 director reveals sequel plans: What’s next for Brad Pitt’s racing drama?

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F1 director reveals sequel plans: What’s next for Brad Pitt’s racing drama?

Formula 1 drama ‘F1’ may soon get a follow-up. Director Joseph Kosinski said that he is open to making a sequel and has already begun early conversations about what the next story could entail.

Speaking to Deadline, Kosinski was asked if fans might see Brad Pitt return as Sonny Hayes for another film, to which he replied that he and the producers have started thinking about the idea.

“I personally would love to see what other adventures Sonny Hayes has in his future,” Kosinski said during Contenders Film Los Angeles Saturday. “I’d love to see what’s happened with the APXGP team and Joshua Pearce, and see how his career goes, so I would love to be able to tell another chapter in that story and it’s something we just started kinda dreaming about and it’s fun to be in this stage of imagining what that might be.”

F1 follows Pitt’s character Sonny Hayes, a former Formula 1 star from the 1990s whose career nearly ends after a major crash. Years later, he is invited by his ex-teammate Ruben Cervantes, played by Javier Bardem, to race again and help save a struggling team. Sonny must also deal with his new teammate, Joshua Pearce, played by Damson Idris, as he tries to get back to the top.

The film also features Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, Sarah Niles, Kim Bodnia and Samson Kayo.

According to Deadline, the film, released by Apple and distributed by Warner Bros., F1 became a hit with both critics and audiences, earning $631 million worldwide.

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