Entertainment Reviews

The Kerala Story 2 Review: Strong Intent, Weak Execution

By BPN News Desk March 3, 2026

I watched The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond expecting intensity and narrative sharpness. The first film, regardless of ideological alignment, had emotional momentum and a defined dramatic arc that kept viewers invested. This sequel carries similar ambition but struggles to convert its intent into compelling cinema. The film attempts to build on themes of manipulation, […]

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Paramount Signs $110B Deal With Warner Bros

By BPN News Desk February 28, 2026

Warner Bros. Discovery has agreed to a $110 billion deal with Paramount, company executives revealed during a global townhall, marking one of the largest transactions in the history of the media and entertainment industry. The announcement ends months of speculation over a potential sale and signals major consolidation in the global streaming and studio business. […]

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Malayalam Actor Maniyanpilla Raju Involved In Road Accident

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

Malayalam actor Maniyanpilla Raju was involved in a road accident in Kerala in which two people were injured. Police said the incident occurred when a vehicle associated with the actor struck a two-wheeler, leading to a hit-and-run complaint before authorities traced the vehicle. Maniyanpilla Raju Hit And Run Case The accident took place on a […]

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Salman Khan Gets Relief in Defamation Case

By BPN News Desk February 1, 2026

A Mumbai Sessions Court on January 30, 2026 granted relief to Bollywood actor Salman Khan in a defamation case filed by filmmaker Abhinav Kashyap. The court rejected Kashyap’s plea to frame charges against Khan, finding insufficient evidence to proceed at this stage. Case Background Abhinav Kashyap had filed the complaint alleging that Salman Khan made […]

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Vijay Talks ‘Jana Nayagan’ Delay

By BPN News Desk February 1, 2026

Actor-turned-politician Thalapathy Vijay spoke about the ongoing delay of his much-anticipated film Jana Nayagan, acknowledging setbacks and expressing regret over the postponement. The film’s release has been held up due to certification issues with the Central Board of Film Certification and legal proceedings in the Madras High Court. Censorship Issues Continue Vijay

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Madras High Court Quashes Order on Jana Nayagan

By BPN News Desk January 28, 2026

The Madras High Court has set aside a single judge’s order that had directed the Central Board of Film Certification to issue a censor certificate for the Tamil film Jana Nayagan. A division bench ruled that proper legal procedure was not followed before passing the earlier direction. Court Cites Procedural Lapse The bench observed that […]

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AR Rahman Responds to Communal Remark Controversy

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2026

Music composer AR Rahman has issued a clarification after his recent remarks sparked a public controversy, saying he never intended to hurt or cause pain to anyone. The Oscar-winning composer addressed the issue following criticism that his comments carried communal undertones. Clarification From the Composer In a public statement, Rahman said his words were misunderstood

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Supreme Court Refuses To Intervene In ‘Jana Nayagan’ Row

By BPN News Desk January 16, 2026

The Supreme Court on Thursday declined to intervene in the legal dispute over the delayed release of the Tamil film Jana Nayagan, starring actor Vijay. The makers had approached the apex court after a Madras High Court order affecting the film’s certification process, but the Supreme Court said it would not step in at this […]

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Kamal Haasan Gets Interim Relief From Madras High Court

By BPN News Desk January 12, 2026

The Madras High Court has granted interim relief to actor and Rajya Sabha MP Kamal Haasan in a lawsuit seeking protection of his personality rights. The court restrained individuals and entities from unauthorised commercial use of his name, image, likeness, voice, or other identifiable attributes without his consent. Court’s Interim Order The court observed that […]

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Warner Bros Discovery Likely to Reject Paramount’s Bid

By BPN News Desk December 17, 2025

Warner Bros Discovery is preparing to reject a takeover proposal valued at about $108 billion made by Paramount, according to people familiar with the matter. The company’s board is expected to advise shareholders against the offer, citing concerns over valuation, deal structure and execution risks. Concerns Over Paramount’s Proposal Paramount’s bid values Warner Bros