The fedora worn by Harrison Ford in the 1984 film Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom sold for $630,000 (over ₹5 crores) at a Los Angeles auction. The hat, part of the late Dean Ferrandini's collection, was made by Herbert Johnson Hat Company in London. It became iconic in a scene where Indiana Jones escapes from a crashing plane. The auction also featured items like an imperial scout trooper helmet from Star Wars and a light-up wand from Harry Potter.

Indian singer Maithili Thakur is set to mesmerize audiences in Walsall, UK, on August 31. The evening, hosted by Hear & Now 365 Ltd, will feature Thakur’s diverse repertoire, blending traditional folk, classical, and contemporary music. Known for her emotive performances, Thakur promises a night of musical excellence and heartfelt melodies. Earlier this year, Thakur was recognized by Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the ‘Cultural Ambassador of the Year’ award. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience Maithili Thakur live. Get your tickets now for an unforgettable evening of music and artistry!

Stree 2, starring Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor, continues to impress at the box office, reaching ₹184 crore in just four days. The horror-comedy recorded a strong Sunday, earning an estimated ₹50 crore. Released on August 15, the film has enjoyed high occupancy, especially in Bengaluru. Directed by Amar Kaushik, this sequel to the 2018 hit Stree is part of a growing horror-comedy universe. The film is expected to surpass the ₹200 crore mark soon, solidifying its place as a major success in Indian cinema.

Taylor Swift surprised fans at her London Eras Tour concert by bringing out Ed Sheeran for a special performance. The duo, who have collaborated on several songs, performed “Everything Has Changed,” “End Game,” and Sheeran’s hit “Thinking Out Loud” to a sold-out crowd at Wembley Stadium. Swift called Sheeran her “best friend” and praised his hard work, noting that he joined her despite being on his own tour. The concert was Swift’s first since canceling shows in Vienna due to a terror threat. Fans were thrilled by the unexpected duet, making it a memorable night.

At the 70th National Film Awards, Rishab Shetty's Kantara and Yash's KGF Chapter 2 led the winners. Kantara secured Best Picture, with Shetty taking Best Actor, while KGF Chapter 2 won Best Kannada Film. Gulmohar was named Best Hindi Film. Nithya Menon and Maansi Paarekh shared Best Actress honors, and Sooraj R Barjatya was awarded Best Director for Uunchai. In music, Pritam was recognized as Best Music Director for Brahmastra, and AR Rahman won Best Background Music for Ponniyin Selvan 2. The ceremony highlighted excellence across diverse Indian cinema.

The 70th National Awards have been announced. 'Aattam', a Malayalam film directed by Anand Ekarshi, won Best Film. The movie revolves around a female theatre artist who faces sexual assault. In another category, 'Gulmohar', a Hindi film directed by Rahul Chittella, won Best Hindi Film. The family drama features Manoj Bajpayee and Sharmila Tagore in lead roles. The National Awards recognize excellence in Indian cinema, and this year's winners were selected from a pool of talented films. The awards ceremony will be held soon to honor the winners.

Amar Kaushik's highly anticipated sequel, ‘Stree 2,’ shattered 2024 box office records with an impressive opening day collection of Rs 54.35 crore in India. Released on Independence Day, August 15, the film has outperformed expectations and become the year's biggest opener. Starring Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao, Aparshakti Khurana, Abhishek Banerjee, and Pankaj Tripathi, ‘Stree 2’ continues the success of its 2018 predecessor. The film earned Rs 8 crore from special opening premieres on August 14, followed by Rs 46 crore on its official release day. This total surpassed previous blockbusters like ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ and ‘Fighter,’ setting a new benchmark in 2024.

Los Angeles authorities have arrested at least one person in connection with the ketamine overdose death of "Friends" actor Matthew Perry. Reports indicate multiple arrests, including a doctor, as investigators probe how Perry obtained the drug. The fifty-four-year-old actor, best known as Chandler Bing, was found unresponsive in his pool last October. An autopsy revealed "acute effects of ketamine" as the cause of death. Perry had been taking ketamine as part of a supervised therapy program. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death continues, with more arrests potentially forthcoming.

Taylor Swift fans can experience her "Eras" at London’s Victoria and Albert Museum this summer. To celebrate her sold-out shows, the museum has curated a “Songbook Trail” featuring costumes, guitars, and memorabilia from Swift’s different musical eras. Highlights include her 2015 "1989" tour outfit displayed alongside Renaissance art, and the yellow gown from her "Bejeweled" video showcased in the Prince Consort Gallery. The exhibit runs from July 25 to September 8. Senior curator Kate Bailey said, “The V&A is the perfect stage for Taylor Swift, with so many connections to art, literature, and history in her work.”

Tom Hanks has criticized the trend of rewriting classic books for "modern sensitivities," particularly in response to recent edits of Roald Dahl's works by Puffin. The publisher removed terms like "fat" and "ugly" and altered content related to race, gender, and mental health to make the books more suitable for contemporary readers. Hanks, who recently released his debut novel, expressed his opposition, stating that readers should be trusted to understand the historical context of such works. Following backlash, Puffin UK announced it would produce uncensored versions of Dahl's books.