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As Raaj Kumar’s centenary is marked, Hindi cinema is being invited to reassess an actor whose authority on screen was matched by an idiosyncratic style that made him instantly recognisable. From Waqt and Pakeezah to Heer Raanjha, his legacy endures as a study in charisma, command and contradiction.
Tamil star Sivakarthikeyan's next film, tentatively titled SK 27, has been officially launched by Sathya Jyothi Films with a striking poster that signals an action-heavy narrative. The project reunites the momentum of National Award-winning filmmaker Ramkumar Balakrishnan, while introducing Kayadu Lohar as Sivakarthikeyan's female lead for the first time.
As Rajadhiraaj Yatra brings the story of Krishna to Hyderabad, the city is witnessing a broader shift in how mythological theatre is conceived, staged, and experienced. Traditional practitioners and contemporary producers alike are using projection, immersive sound, lighting design, and digital scenography to refresh a form long rooted in devotional performance and live spectacle.
As Rajadhiraaj Yatra arrives in Hyderabad with a retelling of Krishna’s story, the city is witnessing a broader shift in how mythological theatre is produced and experienced. Traditional practitioners and contemporary stage-makers are increasingly using advanced lighting, projection, sound design and digital effects to expand the visual language of devotional performance without abandoning its narrative roots.
Veteran Indian actor Nana Patekar died at his Goa residence in the early hours of Thursday, October 8, 2026, after suffering a cardiac arrest, prompting an outpouring of grief across the film industry. Rajinikanth, Akshay Kumar, Jr NTR and several other stars paid tribute to the acclaimed performer, whose career spanned decades across Hindi and Marathi cinema.
The death of veteran filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao at 94 has renewed attention on one of Kannada cinema’s most enduring creative relationships: his collaborations with Dr. Rajkumar and the wider Rajkumar family. From Halu Jenu and Chalisuva Modagalu to Bhagyada Lakshmi Baramma, Rao helped shape films that remain central to the cultural memory of Karnataka.
Mumbai captain Shardul Lad has said he respects the selectors’ decision to leave out Suryakumar Yadav, framing the matter as part of the team’s broader focus ahead of its Ranji Trophy opener against Chandigarh on Sunday. The remarks come as Mumbai begin another domestic campaign under scrutiny, with selection calls and squad balance once again under the spotlight.
Kerala Minister Anilkumar said a special meeting will be convened to address long-pending land issues in Attappady, signalling renewed administrative attention to one of the state’s most sensitive land-rights challenges. He added that the Revenue Department will move to issue title deeds to people from Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and fishing communities after the state’s 100-day action programme.
Prabodh produced the day’s standout upset at the Fenesta Open, toppling Balsekar in a result that reshaped the early singles draw and underlined the depth of competition at the event. In doubles, top seeds Manish Sureshkumar and Nitin Sinha began their campaign with a composed 7-5, 6-2 victory over Raghav Jaisinghani and Lakshit Sood to reach the quarterfinals.
Mumbai’s selection committee has appointed Mhatre as vice-captain, a move that signals a clear preference for continuity and youth in the state side’s leadership structure. The decision also leaves India batter Suryakumar Yadav without a formal leadership role, underscoring how domestic cricket can still deliver sharp selection messages even for established international stars.
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