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The trailer of Doosra, which was recently unveiled, has caught attention for its unusual storytelling. The film not only revisits Sourav Ganguly’s iconic moment following India’s historic victory over England in the 2002 NatWest Series final but also follows the parallel story of Tara (Plabita Borthakur), a young girl growing up in a deeply conservative household in Rajasthan. While films of this nature are usually expected to receive a ‘U’ or ‘U/A’ certificate, Doosra has been granted an ‘A’ certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Interestingly, director Abhinay Deo willingly accepted the adult certification rather than agree…

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Tukaram Mundhe has become a force to reckon with ever since taking charge as the Commissioner of Maharashtra’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in May 2026. Under his leadership, the department has cracked down on several restaurants and dark stores operated by quick-commerce companies over alleged violations of food safety and hygiene norms. His tough approach has earned him considerable appreciation from the public. Bollywood Hungama has now exclusively learned that the FDA’s crackdown recently extended to one of Mumbai’s prominent multiplexes.A trade source told Bollywood Hungama, “The team of FDA recently visited the INOX multiplex situated in R City…

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Netflix has unveiled the teaser of Akka, its upcoming series starring Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte. The teaser introduces the two actors as Bhavani and Rudra, respectively, in Pernuru, a kingdom shaped by traditions, rivalries and shifting power dynamics. The series is set to premiere on October 30, 2026.The teaser was released on October 17 to coincide with Keerthy Suresh’s birthday. Produced by YRF Entertainment, Akka is described as a gangster saga centred on women and their influence in a world governed by its own rules.Set in the 1980s, the series follows a fictional kingdom shaped by generations of women…

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Actress-model Giorgia Andriani is set to feature in an upcoming Hindi thriller web series titled Dice. The series will see her play an Italian character and is scheduled to begin filming in November 2026.The project will be shot across locations in Italy, including Potenza and Brindisi. The series is being produced and directed by Chandrakant Singh, with Angelo Viggino also attached as producer. Giorgia Andriani on exploring a new character For Giorgia, Dice will give her an opportunity to take on a new role while also bringing an aspect of her cultural background to the character.Speaking about the project, Giorgia…

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Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon has approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection of her personality and publicity rights against the alleged unauthorised use of her name, image, likeness and other aspects of her identity. Her plea also covers the alleged use of artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content and digital impersonation.The matter came up before a single-judge Bench of Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav. During the hearing, the court asked Kriti’s counsel to place on record relevant judgments, research papers and other material concerning the legal questions surrounding personality rights.The High Court indicated that it would pass a comprehensive order after examining the…

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Actor Ranbir Kapoor has leased out his apartment at Trump Towers in Pune’s Kalyani Nagar for a monthly rent of Rs 4.63 lakh. According to property registration documents accessed by CRE Matrix, the three-year leave-and-licence agreement was registered on October 6, 2026.The agreement is expected to generate approximately Rs 1.75 crore in rental income for Ranbir Kapoor over the three-year tenure. Details of Ranbir Kapoor’s Pune property lease The agreement covers an apartment located on the 10th floor of Tower A at Trump Towers in Yerwada, Pune. The property measures around 6,094 sq ft and includes three covered parking spaces.Ruchi…

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The process behind the introduction of Fiji’s 2013 Constitution was questioned during the public consultation on the proposed Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2026 in Navua, with Assistant General Secretary Bimal Chaudhry describing it as imposed. Chaudhry’s submission raised concerns about the legitimacy of the current constitutional framework and the importance of ensuring that constitutional arrangements reflect the views and aspirations of the people. He also addressed the principle of a secular State, as well as the recognition of group rights. These issues form part of the broader discussion about how Fiji’s Constitution should protect individual freedoms while recognising the different communities…

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The ownership of natural resources and the benefits they bring to communities were among the issues raised by Serua Provincial Council Chairman Tevita Boseiwaqa during the public consultation on the proposed Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2026 in Navua. Boseiwaqa raised the question of whether customary landowners and the State could jointly own natural resources, arguing that the constitutional framework should better recognise the interests of communities whose land holds valuable resources. His submission raises a central concern for landowning communities and questioned how they can be assured of a fair share of the benefits when resources are developed. The issue goes…

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The language used in Fiji’s Constitution must respect the dignity and rights of people with disabilities, the Pacific Disability Forum has submitted during public consultations on the proposed Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2026 in Navua. Pacific Disability Forum Chief Executive Officer Sainimili Tawake raised concerns about the use of the term “unsound mind” in the Constitution, arguing that such wording does not reflect a rights-based approach to disability. Her submission calls attention to how constitutional language can affect the way people with disabilities are treated and recognised under the law. She wants the review to consider wording that respects their dignity…

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At a time when Bollywood is obsessed with franchises and cinematic universes, Drishyam: The Conclusion has proved that knowing when to end a successful story could be as important as knowing how to begin one.The phenomenal success of Drishyam The Conclusion has once again demonstrated the extraordinary popularity of Ajay Devgn’s Vijay Salgaonkar. Released on October 2, the suspense thriller has emerged as one of the biggest Bollywood successes of 2026, crossing the Rs. 500 crore mark at the worldwide box office. At a time when even star-studded entertainers are struggling to justify their budgets, Drishyam The Conclusion has proved…

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