Nandamuri Balakrishna is set to collaborate with director Koratala Siva for his 112th film. The movie marks a major union in Tollywood. Many filmmakers have attempted to channel Balakrishna’s post-Akhanda era energy, and Koratala Siva is the latest to join that prestigious list. Mass plus message After the success of Jr NTR’s Devara: Part 1 in 2024, Koratala is gearing up for another large-scale project. The announcement poster of the new film, unveiled on Friday, carries a strong message. It states that “power meets purpose” and “mass becomes a movement.” Given that Koratala’s protagonists are often powerful figures, expect the…
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The final night of ExcelerateHer 2026 closed with a bold sartorial statement as attendees embraced the “Surviving & Thriving” theme, inspired by Destiny’s Child’s Survivor. The evening celebrated leadership, legacy, and culture—brought to life through fashion that reflected strength, resilience, and individuality. Guests like Cookie Johnson, Tonya Winfield, Nina Cooper, and more arrived in camo-inspired ensembles, mixing military references with elevated styling. Camouflage prints appeared in a variety of interpretations, from full-length bodycon dresses to structured separates, while khaki tones and neutral palettes grounded the looks in a cohesive aesthetic. Utility silhouettes—featuring cargo pockets, zippers, and tailored fits—added dimension, offering…
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic is one of the most beloved RPGs of all timeand helped reestablish the power of Star Wars games across the industry. Released all the way back in 2003, it’s remained a staple of the genre for decades, and fans constantly reference it, fondly recalling its numerous twists and turns. However, fans aren’t so keen on how the remake announcement has been handled. Revealed back in 2021, the remake hasn’t shown off much in the way of actual info, and development has even changed hands at least once. The unveiling of The Fate of…
Kara Swisher Chatbots Make You Lonelier, Not Less!!! Go Outside, Meet People Published May 1, 2026 1:37 PM PDT Play video content Kara Swisher has a dire warning about A.I. … despite the technological miracles it brings to your life, it’s also fueling a worldwide loneliness epidemic, and it just can’t replace human interaction. The famed technology journalist is also hosting the new series “Kara Swisher Wants to Live Forever” on CNN, and she joined us Friday for a convo on “TMZ Live” about the rise of humans befriending A.I. chatbots. Kara says she needs to remind people that A.I.…
There are still months to go before awards season kicks into high gear, but the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences — the organization behind the Academy Awards — has announced several updates to its eligibility rules for the upcoming 99th Oscars. This includes specific language that doesn’t mention AI specifically, but does emphasize that future awards contenders should expect to be fully human — in the acting and writing categories, at least. Per these new rules, an actor will only be considered eligible for Oscars consideration if their role is “credited in the film’s legal billing and demonstrably…
Filmfare had earlier reported that the makers of Ram Charan’s upcoming film, Peddi, were eyeing June 4 as the release date after Yash-starrer Toxic vacated the slot. The development has now been made official. Putting an end to all fan theories and guesswork, the makers of Peddi announced June 4 as the film’s new release date. The announcement has certainly brought back excitement among fans. Ram Charn Evades clash with Akhil’s Lenin At one point, the makers of Peddi were also considering releasing the film around June 25, around the same time Akkineni Akhil’s Lenin was slated to release. However, Ram…
Disney Dreamlight Valley is still going strong after nearly three years in operation. Arriving in December 2023, the game exploded on a variety of platforms before eventually moving to Switch 2 earlier this year. As one of the easiest simulation and cozy games to pick up on the market, it’s continued to dominate for months on end. Since then, developer Gameloft has provided copious amounts of updates to the game (both paid DLC and free patches), which inject tons of Disney characters and worlds into the valley. The aggressive content gambit paid off, as fans were happy to see their…
Zayn Malik Cancels U.S. Tour After Hospitalization Published May 1, 2026 10:32 AM PDT Zayn Malik is shifting his schedule in a big way after his recent hospitalization … he’s canceled his U.S. tour. The One Direction alum took to Instagram to share that he’s seriously scaled back the “Konnakol Tour” — going from 32 shows to just 9. He didn’t specify why, exactly … just noted that he had to take a look at his schedule and cut a bunch of concerts. According to his website, Zayn’s axed all of his U.S. dates, as well as some shows across…
Olivia Rodrigo has announced North American and European tour dates stretching from the fall into 2027. The Unraveled Tour comes with support from Grace Ives, Wolf Alice, Devon Again, the Last Dinner Party, and Die Spitz. Check out the full itinerary below.Rodrigo is preparing to release You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, her follow-up to 2023’s Guts, on June 12. “Drop Dead,” the Cure-referencing, Versailles-venturing single, is the only song we’ve heard from the album so far. Rodrigo is set to pull double duty as host and musical guest on Saturday Night Live this weekend.Olivia Rodrigo: The…
Kara is a film that reaches for an interiority its genre does not always support. It is structured as a character study, but one that intermittently slips into familiar dramatic territory. That push and pull defines the film, shaping both its strengths and its limitations.Set in the early 1990s, Kara follows a small-time operator pulled into a high-risk heist that promises a way out of his circumstances. What begins as a calculated job gradually unravels, forcing him to confront both the consequences of his choices and the personal history he has tried to leave behind.At the centre is Dhanush, who…