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Entertainment Updated on :  22 Dec 2025, 7:25 am With Avatar: Fire and Ash already amassing over $345 million at the box office globally, James Cameron’s sci-fi adventure has broken several box office records. With praise pouring in for the filmmaker, actor Oona Chaplin, who played Varang, the leader of the Ash People has also been receiving appreciation for her performance in the movie. However, the actor has now reflected on the early days of her career in the industry, recalling how she wanted to change her last name to avoid claims of nepotism. The actor, 39, is the granddaughter of legendary actor-comedian Charlie Chaplin. He passed away in 1977, nine years before she was born. Although her name had given her the limelight, she revealed that she sometimes felt “undeserving” for the name. “…because I know that doors have opened for me that potentially wouldn’t have opened if I wasn’t associated with this brilliant man. It’s definitely tricky to feel undeserving of the place you’re in,” she said, in an interview with The Sunday Times. Following these doubts, Oona Chaplin planned on changing her last name after graduating from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (Rada), but dropped the plan after shifting her outlook. “I changed my mindset from guilt to gratitude by working really hard and knowing that whatever I do is never going to compare to what my grandfather did,” she noted. Oona Chaplin went on to say how she now feels content with holding her last name and will remain unperturbed about remarks on nepotism aimed at her. “If all my purpose in this realm is for people to say, “Oh, Charlie Chaplin’s granddaughter”, and they google him and watch a movie of his, then I’m happy because he’s such a genius,” she added. The third part in the blockbuster franchise, Avatar: Fire and Ash begins with Jake and Neytiri’s family grappling with grief after Neteyam’s death following Way of Water (2022). During the same time, they encounter a new, aggressive Na’vi tribe called the Ash people, led by the fiery tribe leader, Varang, who has allied with Jake’s enemy, Quaritch, as the conflict on Pandora escalates to devastating consequences. Returning for Avatar: Fire and Ash, are Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Britain Dalton, Trinity Bliss, Jack Champion, Bailey Bass, and Kate Winslet. David Thewlis, who is known for playing Remus Lupin in the Harry Potter franchise, playing Peylak in the film. Fourth and fifth parts to the blockbuster franchise are also in the works set for release in 2029 and 2031 respectively. Read More

Entertainment Rashmika Mandanna on the sets of Cocktail 2 Updated on :  22 Dec 2025, 7:04 am Rashmika Mandanna, who is currently busy with the filming of Cocktail 2 alongside Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon, has taken up a second responsibility on the film’s sets. The actor has shared a photo of herself on her Instagram stories in which she is seen cranking a camera with goofy expressions. She further mentioned the actual DOP of the film, Santhanakrishnan, and wrote, “My 2nd job is secure… No? @santha_dop.” (sic) Rashmika Mandanna’s Instagram story Cocktail 2 will follow the 2012 Cocktail starring Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone and Diana Penty. Homi Adajania, who helmed the original, is also directing the sequel. The film, backed by Maddock Films’ Dinesh Vijan, has a script by Luv Ranjan. The makers are yet to reveal the film’s plot. Cocktail was favourably received both critically and commercially, and Deepika’s performance as the boisterous yet vulnerable Veronica was especially praised. The film also marked Diana’s debut. Songs like ‘Tumhi Ho Bandhu’, ‘Daaru Desi’ and ‘Second-Hand Jawaani’ from the film became instant chartbusters. Cocktail 2 is expected to hit theatres in 2026. Meanwhile, Rashmika was last seen in The Girlfriend. She also has Mysaa in the pipeline. Read More

Entertainment Shivarajkumar with Rajinikanth in Jailer Updated on :  22 Dec 2025, 6:35 am Kannada actor Shivarajkumar is currently gearing up for the release of 45, helmed by Arjun Janya and co-starring Raj B Shetty and Upendra. During an interview with Gobinath for Behindwoods, ahead of the film’s release, the actor revealed details about his work in Rajinikanth’s Jailer sequel, Jailer 2. Shivarajkumar revealed that he is set to commence filming for Jailer 2 this week and that he also has a few dates in the second week of January 2026. “Jailer 2 will somewhat continue from where the 2023 film left off. I have a longer cameo appearance in the sequel,” he revealed. Further, when asked why no Tamil actors are seen making such cameos in Kannada cinema, he added, “You’ll soon see such a cameo in Kannada cinema.” Helmed by Nelson, Jailer 2, which comes three years after Jailer, will see the return of Rajinikanth as ‘Tiger’ Muthuvel Pandian, alongside Ramya Krishnan, who portrayed his wife’s role in the first film. While the likes of Mohanlal and Jackie Shroff, who made cameo appearances in Jailer, are expected to return, some other big names like Telugu superstar Nandamuri Balakrishna, Vidya Balan, and Mithun Chakraborty are also rumoured to be part of the sequel’s cast. Vinayakan, Suraj Venjaramoodu, and Santhanam recently confirmed being a part of the cast. Additionally, Meghana Raj Sarja also confirmed that she is making her return to Tamil cinema with Jailer 2 in a key role. Malayalam actor Anna Raajan, best known for her breakthrough role in Lijo Jose Pellissery’s Angamaly Diaries (2017), is also part of the cast. Backed by Kalanithi Maran’s Sun Pictures, Jailer 2 will have music composed by Anirudh Ravichander, cinematography by Vijay Kartik Kannan and editing by R Nirmal. Jailer 2 is slated for a release in theatres worldwide on June 12, 2026. 45, which marks Arjun Janya’s directorial debut, is set to open in theatres for Christmas on December 25. The film also stars Rajendran, Kaustubha Mani, Jisshu Sengupta, and Pooja Ramachandran, among others. Read More

Entertainment Updated on :  22 Dec 2025, 6:09 am Ahead of Ikkis release, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh sat down for a special screening of Agastya Nanda’s upcoming war drama, directed by Sriram Raghavan, in Delhi. At the event, he not only interacted with Ikkis actors Agastya and Jaideep Ahlawat, but also felicitated the family members of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, who laid down his life during the 1971 India-Pakistan war at the age of 21. Sharing pictures from the meeting, Rajnath Singh said, “Felicitated the family members of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, PVC, and the next of kin of his tank crew at the special screening of the film Ikkis in New Delhi. Arun Khetarpal fought valiantly in the 1971 war and made the supreme sacrifice for the nation. The film Ikkis showcases his bravery and celebrates the courage of our Armed Forces. Also had a wonderful interaction with the actors of Ikkis. I wish them success in their future endeavours.” Felicitated the family members of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, PVC, and the next of kin of his tank crew at the special screening of film ‘Ikkis’ in New Delhi. Arun Khetarpal fought valiantly in the 1971 war and made the supreme sacrifice for the nation. The film Ikkis… pic.twitter.com/RUMBbOGD2p — Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) December 22, 2025 As reported earlier, Ikkis tells the story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, India’s youngest Param Vir Chakra awardee, who was just 21 when he participated in the Indo-Pak war in 1971. The film’s final trailer, unveiled recently, showcased Agastya Nanda as Arun Khetarpal in the war zone instructing his peers to aim and shoot at locations while the title card reiterated that the film is inspired from “an incredible true story.” The troops are in Pakistan where Agastya Nanda displays resilience and bravery in leading his team in the Battle of Basantar. Dharmendra makes an appearance in one of his final films before his demise where he looks distraught. Towards the end of the trailer, he says his “eldest son Arun will always be 21.” Written by Sriram, Arijit Biswas and Pooja Ladha Surti, the film also stars Suhasini Mulay, Sikander Kher, and Rahul Dev, and marks the debut of Akshay Kumar’s niece Simar Bhatia. Known for his thrillers, Ikkis marks Sriram Raghavan’s first venture into the war drama genre. Ikkis has been produced by Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films. It hits theatres on January 1, 2026. Read More

Entertainment Vikranth in the poster of LBW- Love Beyond Wicket Updated on :  22 Dec 2025, 5:58 am As unveiled in JioHotstar’s South Unbound event, LBW – Love Beyond Wicket is all set to begin streaming on the platform from January 1, 2026. The lead actor of the series, Vikranth Santhosh, has now opened up about working on the series and his collaboration with JioHotstar. Vikranth stars as Rangan, a cricket coach for the Muthu Nagar team, alongside Niyathi Kadambi as one of the team members, Thangam. As per a statement, Vikranth said, “This is my first association with JioHotstar, and to make my OTT debut with a series rooted in cricket makes it even more special. Cricket has always been very close to my heart, and LBW allowed me to explore that connection in a deeply emotional way. I’m truly excited for audiences to experience this journey.” The series also stars Niyathi Kadambi in a prominent role. Written by Aruna Rakhee and directed by Ganesh Karthikeyan, LBW features a strong ensemble cast including Sindhu Shyam, Harish, Ayaz Khan, Akshatha, Naveen, Nikhil Nair, and Viswa Mithran, among others. Previously, a teaser for the series was released, which revealed Vikranth’s Rangan stepping in as a coach for the underperforming Muthu Nagar team, whose players are as reckless as they are nonchalant to Rangan’s inputs. The relationship between the players and Rangan will be explored in the series. Vikranth was recently seen in AR Murugadoss’ Madharaasi (2025), which starred Sivakarthikeyan in the lead. He played the role of Sandeep, an NIA officer, and the son of Premnath (Biju Menon). Niyathi, the daughter of actors Chetan and Devadarshini, first appeared as the younger version of Subha, Devadarshini’s character in ’96 (2018). She later appeared in Prime Video’s Thalaivettiyaan Paalayam, which starred her parents in the lead. Read More