The Bombay High Court suggested actor Shilpa Shetty could become a witness against husband Raj Kundra in a Rs 60-crore cheating case. Chief Justice Shree Chandrashekhar made this remark while hearing Shetty's plea to suspend a Look-Out Circular so she could travel to Los Angeles for work with YouTuber MrBeast from October 22-27. The complainant's lawyers opposed, noting she earlier sought Colombo travel permission for leisure on same dates. The court questioned lack of formal work agreement supporting her professional trip claim. Shetty's lawyers emphasized her full cooperation with investigations, stating no direct accusations exist except being director in Kundra's firm and receiving funds. (PC: HT)

Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 continues its strong run at the box office. The film has now crossed ₹650 crore worldwide, beating SS Rajamouli’s Baahubali: The Beginning and Salman Khan’s Sultan. On its 12th day, the Kannada period drama earned ₹13.5 crore in India, bringing its total domestic collection to ₹451.9 crore. With a worldwide total close to ₹675 crore, it is now the 17th highest-grossing Indian film ever. Directed and written by Rishab Shetty, the movie stars Rukmini Vasanth and Gulshan Devaiah. It is a prequel to the 2022 hit Kantara, set a thousand years earlier. (PC: PTI)

A 10-year-old KBC contestant became the center of online debate for his confident answers on the show with Amitabh Bachchan. Some viewers saw his behaviour as rude, while social media criticised his parents’ “parenting style.” Child psychologist Dr Sushma Gopalan says children’s behaviour comes from personality, environment, and parenting, and blaming parents for public slips is unfair. Nervousness or excitement can look like arrogance. She warns that trolling can harm a child’s self-esteem and affect the family. Experts stress that children need room to learn from mistakes, not public judgment. (BC: India Today)

Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan celebrated his 83rd birthday by continuing his cherished tradition of greeting fans outside his iconic Mumbai residence 'Jalsa.' The veteran actor, known for his decades-long Sunday ritual of meeting admirers, stepped out to acknowledge the crowds gathered to wish him on his special day. Fans from across the country congregated outside Jalsa to catch a glimpse of the megastar and offer birthday wishes. Bachchan's gesture of personally greeting well-wishers reflects his enduring connection with his audience spanning over five decades in Indian cinema. The tradition has become a cultural phenomenon, with hundreds regularly gathering outside his Juhu bungalow every week.

Two personal security officers of late singer Zubeen Garg, named Nandeswar Bora and Paresh Baishya were arrested by Assam Police’s CID SIT over ₹1 crore in unexplained financial transactions. Bora’s account showed ₹70 lakh, while Baishya’s had over ₹40 lakh, both beyond known income sources. The arrests follow Zubeen’s death in a swimming incident in Singapore last month. Investigators are probing possible links between the transactions and his death. Family members claim the funds were for charitable purposes. Zubeen’s wife, Garima Saikia Garg, confirmed he entrusted the PSOs with money for social work. With these arrests, seven individuals have been held, including Zubeen’s cousin and his Singapore event organiser. (PC: X)

Actor Deepika Padukone faced online trolling after wearing a hijab in an Abu Dhabi tourism ad with husband Ranveer Singh. Many users criticized her look, while fans defended her for showing cultural respect. “She’s covering her head just like we expect tourists to dress decently in our temples,” one fan wrote. Another said, “Every visitor to Sheikh Zayed Mosque must cover their head.” Supporters praised her grace and dignity, calling her “regal” and “respectful.” Deepika, now Abu Dhabi’s brand ambassador, said travel is “more meaningful with loved ones” while celebrating her partnership with Ranveer in the new campaign. (PC: India Today)

Bollywood actress Ananya Panday experienced a whirlwind of excitement at Paris Fashion Week, where she mingled with global icons Pedro Pascal and BLACKPINK's Jennie. Attending the BoF 500 Gala and Chanel's Spring/Summer 2026 showcase, Ananya shared her awe on social media, describing the energy as "beyond words." The photos capturing these moments quickly went viral, showcasing Ananya's growing presence on the international fashion scene. Her interactions with Pascal and Jennie have further solidified her status as a rising global style ambassador. 

Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 continues its strong run at the box office, earning ₹28.43 crore on its sixth day. The film’s total collection in India now stands at ₹285.18 crore and is expected to cross ₹300 crore by Wednesday. Directed and written by Rishab Shetty, the Kannada prequel to the 2022 hit Kantara stars Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, and Jayaram. Set a thousand years before the original, it tells the story of a tribal man’s fight for his people’s freedom. The film has received praise for its visuals, storytelling, and powerful performances.

Actor Rishab Shetty has requested fans not to dress as Daiva while watching Kantara Chapter 1 in theatres. Speaking to India Today, he said such actions hurt the sentiments of communities that worship Daiva. Shetty explained that Daiva is a sacred belief, not a costume for fun. “We worship Daiva. Please don’t mock it,” he said. The actor added that his team always performs such scenes with respect and seeks blessings before filming. He urged fans to enjoy the movie as cinema but avoid hurting cultural and spiritual feelings by imitating Daiva in public. (PC: India Today)

Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 has stormed past ₹325 crore worldwide in just 4 days. The Kannada film earned ₹61 crore on Sunday, taking its domestic total to ₹223.25 crore net. It is now the first Kannada movie of 2025 to cross ₹300 crore globally. The film has beaten KGF Chapter 1 and HanuMan in total earnings, becoming the third-highest-grossing Kannada film ever, behind KGF Chapter 2 and the first Kantara. Starring Rishab Shetty and Rukmini Vasanth, this prequel has received strong audience reviews and could cross ₹400 crore by the end of its first week. (PC: HT)