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Entertainment Agastya Nanda, Jaideep Ahlawat, Simar Bhatia, director Sriram Raghavan and producer Dinesh Vijan promoted their much-awaited film Ikkis on the first day of the Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest and India Entertainment Awards 2025. The team of the film appears very confident of the film. As a result, blockbuster producer Dinesh Vijan of Maddock Films made a very headline-grabbing announcement. BREAKING: “21 previews of Ikkis in 21 cities on 21 December” – Dinesh Vijan makes an EXCITING announcement at BH OTT India Fest 2025 Dinesh Vijan said, “I want this film to mean as much to you guys as it means to us. From tomorrow (December 4), it will be 21 days until Ikkis releases. We are trying that Sriram delivers the copy to us at least 11 days before the release.” He then announced, “Whenever and wherever we travel, we’ll first show the film and then talk about it. That’s how much we love this film.” Dinesh Vijan also opened up about paid previews, which would be held as early as 4 days before the release. He explained, “On December 21, which is 4 days before the release, we are going to watch this film along with screenings in 21 other cities! People from all across would come together and see the film together. That’s what we have decided because it’s easier to say that ‘This is the best film we have made’. But when you put it out and get more people involved, there would be more conversation.” Ikkis releases in cinemas on December 25. The Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest and India Entertainment Awards are presented by SleepZ by Raymond, co-powered by Fima, Carlo Frattini, and Amante in association with Helios, Style Partner: Rare Rabbit, Lovestory Partner: Truly Madly, Stylish Furniture Partner: Urban Ladder, with healthcare partner: HCG, skincare partner: Fixferma, Spirituality partner: Satvik, conversation partner: Bevzilla, gourmet dessert partner: Smoor, nutrition partner: The Naturik Co., radio partner: Radio City and celebration partner: Heineken Silver. Also Read: Ikkis director Sriram Raghavan reveals, “Dharmendra had seen 70% of the film; regret he couldn’t watch final product”; recalls his first meeting during Johnny Gaddaar: “I wondered, ‘He was MP and I was offering him a gangster film. What would he think?’” More Pages: Ikkis Box Office Collection Tags : Agastya Nanda, Awards, Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest and Awards, Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest and Awards 2025, Dharmendra, Dinesh Vijan, Ikkis, Jaideep Ahlawat, Maddock Films, News, OTT, OTT Platform, Simar Bhatia, Sriram Raghavan BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama. Read More

Entertainment Actor Neha Sharma was questioned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday as part of its ongoing investigation into suspected money laundering linked to an online betting application. The agency had issued a summons to Sharma, who is also the daughter of Congress leader Ajit Sharma, seeking details regarding her association with the platform. Neha Sharma questioned by ED in online betting money-laundering probe According to officials cited by the PTI, Sharma’s statement is being recorded under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Investigators are reportedly examining her involvement through promotional activities connected to the app. The actor has not made any public comment regarding the development. Sharma, known for her roles in Yamla Pagla Deewana 2 (2013), Solo (2017), and Tanhaji (2020), has also worked in the digital space with the series Illegal. She has appeared in short films, including Kriti and Vikalp, playing central characters in both. Her appearance comes amid a wider scrutiny of celebrities linked to the betting platform. In recent months, the ED has questioned several public figures, including Sonu Sood, Vijay Deverakonda, Prakash Raj, Urvashi Rautela, Shikhar Dhawan, Yuvraj Singh, and Rana Daggubati. Actor Prakash Raj, summoned in July, addressed the media about the inquiry: “As a citizen of this country, the officers had called on the money laundering of the betting apps, and I have come. It was something that I did in 2016, and later, on moral grounds, I did not pursue it. I gave them information that I have not received any money because I did not want to take money from that. They have taken all the details and we finished the enquiry, and that’s it.” Similarly, Vijay Deverakonda, questioned in August, clarified, “I was summoned because my name came up in connection with a betting app case. In India, there are two different categories – betting apps and gaming apps. I clearly explained that I promoted a gaming app called A23. There is no connection between betting apps and gaming apps. Gaming apps are legal in several states. They are registered, have GST, taxes, and necessary approvals.” Also Read : Red Fort Blast: Celebrities flood social media with heartfelt condolences BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama. Read More

Entertainment Aamir Khan Productions has announced its quirky spy film Happy Patel. Marking Vir Das’ directorial debut, the film stars Vir Das alongside Mona Singh. True to its playful title, the makers released a humorous announcement video featuring both Aamir Khan and Vir Das, adding to the film’s fun vibe. Aamir Khan Productions announces Vir Das’ quirky spy film Happy Patel, set to release on January 16 The announcement of Happy Patel comes in an unconventional and humorous style. In the video, Aamir Khan questions Vir Das’ approach to depicting action, romance, and even an item number in the film. While Aamir seems concerned about audience reactions, the video also shows others praising the film. This playful contrast makes the announcement highly entertaining and signals that a very different kind of cinema is on its way. Aamir Khan Productions has consistently explored unconventional storytelling with finesse. With acclaimed films like Lagaan, Taare Zameen Par, Dangal, and Secret Superstar, the studio continues its tradition of unique cinema. For Happy Patel, they are teaming up with renowned stand-up comedian Vir Das, who has performed globally with his comedy specials and acted in films like Go Goa Gone, Badmaash Company, and Delhi Belly. This marks Vir’s second collaboration with Aamir Khan Productions, following Delhi Belly. Also Read : Aamir Khan calls Rangeela his “most favourite” as it re-releases in theatres after 30 years Tags : Aamir Khan Productions, Announces, Bollywood, Bollywood News, Happy Patel, January 16, News, Productions, Quirky, Release, Spy Film, Vir Das BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama. Read More

Entertainment The news of Dharmendra’s death has not only left a deep void for his fans, but it has also brought an abrupt end to one of Bollywood’s most nostalgic projects. Director Anil Sharma has confirmed that Apne 2 a film meant to unite three generations of the Deol family will now never be made. Apne 2 cancelled after Dharmendra’s demise confirms Anil Sharma: “Without Dharamji, it’s impossible to make the sequel” Dharmendra, 89, died on November 24 after battling prolonged illness. He had been discharged from Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital just days earlier and was being monitored at home when his condition worsened. Anil Sharma, who had been preparing to direct Apne 2, admitted that the film cannot go ahead now. Speaking to Hindustan Times, he said, “Apne to apno ke bina nahi ho sakti. Without Dharamji, it’s impossible to make the sequel. Everything was on track and the script was ready, but he left us. Some dreams remain unfulfilled. Without him, it’s not possible!” The sequel was planned as a continuation of the 2007 family drama Apne, with Dharmendra, Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol and Karan Deol leading the narrative. Despite being announced years ago, the film never began shooting. Sharma and Dharmendra shared a working relationship spanning multiple films, including Hukumat, Elaan-E-Jung, Farishtay, Tahalka, and Apne. Their reunion with Apne 2 was meant to be another emotional chapter in their partnership one that now remains unfinished. Dharmendra’s last film to release will now be Ikkis, directed by Sriram Raghavan and starring Agastya Nanda. The film arrives in cinemas on December 25, 2025, exactly a month after the actor’s passing. On Monday, the makers shared a tribute poster and wrote, “Fathers raise sons. Legends raise nations. Dharmendra ji, an emotional powerhouse as the father of a 21-year-old immortal soldier. One timeless legend brings us the story of another.” Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday condoled the veteran actor’s death, calling his passing “the end of an era in Indian cinema.” In a post on X, the Prime Minister described the legendary star as an iconic figure whose versatility and screen presence left a deep imprint on generations of filmgoers. He said Dharmendra brought “charm and depth” to every role, making him one of the most beloved actors in Indian film history. More Pages: Apne 2 Box Office Collection BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama. Read More

Entertainment Ranbir Kapoor is the biggest superstar of the modern generation, who has a line-up to dream of. After Animal, he has lined up Love And War with Sanjay Leela Bhansali, followed by Ramayana, Ramayana 2 and Animal Park. While Ramayana and its sequel are scheduled for Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027 release, there looms a suspense over the date of Love And War. The film has seen multiple delays over the years in its shoot, but now Ranbir Kapoor has decided to take things seriously. SCOOP: Ranbir Kapoor’s special request to Sanjay Leela Bhansali; release Love And War in June 2026 Reliable sources have confirmed that Ranbir Kapoor has advised SLB and his team to finish Love And War by March 2026. “He wants to ensure that there’s atleast 4 months gap between Love And War and Ramayana. Since the date of Ramayana can’t move, RK has requested Sanjay Leela Bhansali to bring Love And War on the big screen, latest by June 2026,” a trade source told Bollywood Hungama. The trade source further informed us that Sanjay Leela Bhansali is very keen to release Love And War in the month of August on Independence Day. “But RK feels that there’s too little of a gap between Love and War and Ramayana. He is firm on his stance of releasing Love and War in June. Ranbir’s producer, Namit Malhotra too, is putting the pressure to ensure that SLB releases Love and War in June, as he doesn’t want the aftermath of Love And War to impact Ramayana in any way, given that the latter is a much bigger film.” SLB is expected to take a call on the release date soon, and make an official announcement. Also Read: Ranbir Kapoor to have a cameo in Prabhas’ Spirit: Report More Pages: Love & War Box Office Collection BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama. Read More

Entertainment From composer-producer OAFF to rapper Reble, entrepreneur Tarsame Mittal and more are part of discussions and workshops between Dec. 4 to 6, 2025 in Saudi Arabia (From left to right) Shilpa Ananth, Reble and OAFF will perform at XP Music Futures 2025 in Riyadh. Photos: Partha Nair (Ananth), Courtesy of the artist (Reble), Anurag Baruah (OAFF) Now five years in the running, Saudi Arabia’s XP Music Futures has been giving more shape and dialogue to the ever-evolving music industry in the Middle East/West Asia and North Africa (MENA) region. Taking place between Dec. 4 to Dec. 6, 2025 at JAX District in Riyadh, the fifth edition of XP Music Futures—which features discussions, workshops, performances as well as experiences for the creative industry—has a more marked Indian presence. Last year, XP Music Futures reported more than 5,130 attendees, 121 daytime sessions, 100 nighttime acts, and 380 speakers. The upcoming edition will likely build on that momentum and here are a few from India who are involved in that push. Reble The Shillong rap star has made plenty of waves within India over the last few years and she’s now steadily making global moves. At XP Music Futures, Reble will perform as part the XP Nite programming on Dec. 4, 1:15 am and follow it up with an “interactive rap masterclass” on Dec. 5, 6:45 pm. Arriving on the back of her latest track “New Riot” with producer Parimal Shais, Reble’s workshop—which ends with an open mic-style jam—will dive into her “creative cycle of building a rap performance,” as per the event description. Nikhil Chinapa The veteran DJ, curator and programmer with Submerge will be part of a panel titled Top Tips: Getting Booked on Regional and International Stages on Dec. 5 at 4:30 pm at XP. Speaking from a promoter’s perspective, Chinapa is joined by U.K. promoter Jenni Cochrane, Moroccan DJ-producer Daox and seasoned Saudi Arabia electronic music artist and MDLBeast’s chief creative officer Baloo. OAFF In addition to being part of a panel talking about how Indian sound is being defined beyond Bollywood, Mumbai-based composer-producer OAFF aka Kabeer Kathpalia is also performing on the final night of XP Music Futures. Slated to perform at 11 pm on Dec. 6, 2025 as part of XP Nite, OAFF will likely bring tunes from his 2025 project Between Flowers.   Tarsame Mittal and Vikram Mehra from Saregama Music entrepreneur Tarsame Mittal (who helmed TM Talent Management, one of India’s leading artist management companies and now host of The Music Podcast) will speak alongside major label and entertainment company Saregama’s managing director Vikram Mehra and Saudi Arabia’s Music Commission CEO Paul Pacifico, representing the Ministry of Culture. Taking place on Dec. 5, 7:15 pm, the three will be have a “comparative discussion” on Saudi Arabia and India’s music industry evolution and what one can learn from the other. Previously, Pacifico was also invited to Mumbai music conference All About Music earlier this year. Vinit Thakkar from Sony Music India Another India-focused panel discussion at XP focusing on the “the expanding influence of Indian music” takes place on Dec. 6, 4:30 pm, bringing together Sony Music India’s managing director Vinit Thakkar in conversation with Sony Music Middle East counterpart Rami Mohsen as well as vice president of revenue and growth Ahmad Alghawanmeh. Shilpa Ananth x Beatbox Ray In addition to performing at the opening ceremony of XP Music Futures’ XP Nite programming on Dec. 4, 8 pm, Indian-origin artist Shilpa Ananth and U.A.E. beatboxer Beatbox Ray will perform on the final day, Dec. 6, 10 pm as well. With the opening ceremony, however, Shilpa Ananth x Beatbox Ray will take part in a collaboration with Saudi act Input/Output for a performance curated specifically for XP. An event description adds, “This performance blends rhythm, texture, and identity — merging deep-rooted musical influences from India with cutting-edge Saudi electronic production.” Read More

Entertainment It was a diverse three days of jazz music and it would be fair to say there was something for every taste in jazz Brian Bromberg during the performance in NCPA International Jazz Festival 2025 at TATA Theatre, NCPA, Nariman Point, Mumbai on November, 23,2025. Photo by Narendra Dangiya “Jazz is not what is played, rather how it is played,” Charles Mingus once famously said. Going by this criterion, an exciting three-day jazz festival was held in Mumbai at the Tata Theatre, NCPA. It was a diverse three days of jazz music, and it would be fair to say there was something for every taste in jazz, from a classic acoustic quintet led by a traditional upright bass to an upbeat electric guitar-led band with a tireless drummer, and much more in between. This annual jazz festival at the NCPA, first held in 2011, is perhaps the longest-running event of its kind in India. This year, the festival opened with New York–based pianist and vocalist Peter Cincotti and his quartet, featuring Anthony Glausi on trumpet, Michael Olatuja on bass, and Charles Goold on drums. As the set unfolded, it seemed possible that Cincotti wasn’t entirely sure what might connect with an Indian audience — his performance felt deliberately simplified, leaning more towards pop-jazz. Photo by Narendra Dangiya/NCPA He played and sang “New York State of Mind,” a Billy Joel hit, and a few originals. A few jazz-based standards, such as “Sway” and “I Love Paris”, were interspersed with his version of Britney Spears’ “Toxic” and “I Hate to See the Sun Go Down.” Cincotti’s piano-playing was indicative of a deeper connection with jazz, in contrast to his choice and style of songs for the NCPA gig. His charming and personal storytelling created an easy rapport with the audience, keeping them fully engaged. Glausi on trumpet was a fine complement to Cincotti’s playing, and all in all, this set reached a fair-sized part of the audience. Day 2 was opened by the charming upright bass player-vocalist Nicki Parrott and her all-Australian quartet. They opened with “I Love Being Here With You,“ made popular by Peggy Lee, continued with the famous “Squatty Roo,” written by Johnny Hodges for the Duke Ellington band, a bossa nova number called “Mais Que Nada,” “Destination Moon” from the Dinah Washington song book and several standards. Photo by Narendra Dangiya Nicki Parrott was charm itself as she spoke a long sentence in Hindi, and got everyone listening with rapt attention as she told a story for every song she sang. Her bass playing was of a high standard. On an audience request, Parrott broke into “Fly Me to the Moon” without hesitation and later surprised one and all when she sang, in a remarkable jazz style, “Srivalli” from the movie Pushpa (which she sang in Telugu!) This was a happy set, but it was the second half of the evening that was explosive. Photo by Narendra Dangiya Mike Stern on guitar, Leni Stern on rhythm guitar, saxophonist Blaise Whitaker, bassist Naom Tanzer, and the 360-degree drummer Dennis Chambers played the second part of Saturday’s entertainment. The interaction between the dexterity of Mike Stern’s playing and the all-encompassing rhythm of Dennis Chambers was quite magical and stretched across the 90-minute set. The saxophone of Blaise Whitaker added a dimension to the otherwise intense artistry of Mike Stern. A number of local musicians, including some well-known guitarists, were in the audience; the skills of Mike Stern, even at the age of 70 plus, were very impressive indeed. For us, the high point of the festival was on the final day when Brian Bromberg’s Quintet played a set of acoustic jazz of the finest calibre. Starting as a trio, the band played “Nardis,” a Miles Davis composition. Broomberg’s bass dominated this rendition. Very few bass players lead their bands. Charles Mingus is one who comes to mind, as well as Ray Brown, who led a trio; both Mingus and Brown played acoustic bass. The sound of the bass was ideal for the acoustically perfect Tata Theatre, and Bromberg played it masterfully. Photo by Narendra Dangiya The band performed mostly in a quintet format, with Lin Rountree on trumpet and Doug Webb on tenor saxophone joining pianist Tom Zink, drummer Charles Ruggiero and bandleader Brian Bromberg. While the muted trumpet and saxophone had some pleasing solos, it was the acoustic trio that made the most impact on jazz connoisseurs in the audience. “Chameleon,” “Cold Duck Time,” and “What is this Thing Called Love” stood out from the performance of this band as the festival came to a close. Photo by Narendra Dangiya We have seen that the following for jazz has been growing each year since the NCPA launched its jazz initiative, which has consistently sought to bring the best in the genre to Mumbai. Given the steady rise in audiences and enthusiasm, it seems increasingly clear that the growth of jazz in the city is no mere coincidence. Read More

Entertainment ‘Raanjhan’ by Sachet-Parampara, from Bollywood film ‘Do Patti’ is the most streamed song in India on Spotify in 2025, while Pritam and Shreya Ghoshal are the second and third-most streamed artists in India Bollywood titans, the new wave of Indian popstars and Punjabi hitmakers all share space in Spotify India’s Wrapped this year, with the roundup reflecting listening trends across the country. For the seventh consecutive year, singer Arijit Singh remains the most-streamed artist on Spotify in India in 2025, followed by fellow Bollywood artists like composer Pritam (at #2) and singer Shreya Ghoshal (at #3). The top 10 also includes heavyweights such as A.R. Rahman (#4), Anirudh Ravichander (#5), Sachin-Jigar (#6) and more. At 246 million streams, the Bollywood song “Raanjhan” by music duo Sachet-Parampara for the film Do Patti is the most streamed Spotify song in India this year, but Indian pop artists like Kushagra (“Finding Her” with Bharath and Saaheal in second place), Aditya Rikhari (“Sahiba” at #4), Faheem Abdullah (“Ishq” with Rauhan Malik, Amir Ameer at #5) and Anuv Jain (“Jo Tum Mere Ho” at #6) are close behind. To their credit, the title track from romantic drama Saiyaara by composers Tanishk Bagchi, Faheem Abdullah (who also sang the track) and Arslan Nizami, and lyricist Irshad Kamil was the third most-streamed song in India on Spotify this year. Coincidentally, another “Sahiba”— by Jasleen Royal, Stebin Ben, Priya Saraiya, Aditya Sharma — is at #9. Saiyaara, featuring songs composed by Bagchi, Abdullah, Vishal Mishra, Mithoon, Sachet-Parampara and The Rish, was the most-streamed album on Spotify in India this year, but a lot more catalogue releases dominate the top 10 albums. That includes Aashiqui 2 from 2013 by composer Mithoon in second place, 2023’s Animal by composer Manan Bhardwaj in third place, Pritam’s Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani OST from 2013 coming in fourth, and Himesh Reshammiya’s Sanam Teri Kasam OST from 2016 in fifth place. While Bollywood’s dominance holds, the country’s next wave of indie and Punjabi artists continues to redefine what mainstream success looks like. Punjabi hitmaker Karan Aujla’s two albums, P-Pop Culture and Making Memories, both appear among the top 10 full-lengths in India, at #8 and #9 respectively.    On the podcast front in India, Spotify Wrapped states that Figuring Out with Raj Shamani takes the top spot, with true-crime podcasts like The Horror Show by Khooni Monday and The Desi Crime Podcast at #2 and #3, respectively. Spotify Wrapped 2025: India Most Streamed Artists Arijit Singh Pritam Shreya Ghoshal A.R. Rahman Anirudh Ravichander Sachin-Jigar Alka Yagnik Udit Narayan Tanishk Bagchi Masoom Sharma Most Streamed Songs “Raanjhan” by Sachet-Parampara (From Do Patti) “Finding Her” by Kushagra, Bharath, Saaheal “Saiyaara” (from Saiyaara) by Tanishk Bagchi, Faheem Abdullah, Arslan Nizami, Irshad Kamil “Sahiba” by Aditya Rikhari “Ishq” by Faheem Abdullah, Rauhan Malik, Amir Ameer “Jo Tum Mere Ho” by Anuv Jain “Ishq Hai” by Anurag Saikia, Raj Shekhar, Romy, Amarabha Banerjee, Varun Jain, Madhubanti Bagchi “Apna Bana Le” by Sachin-Jigar, Arijit Singh “Sahiba” by Jasleen Royal, Stebin Ben, Priya Saraiya, Aditya Sharma “Tere Bina” by A.R. Rahman, Chinmayi, Murtuza Khan, Qadir Khan Most Streamed Albums Saiyaara by Tanishk Bagchi Aashiqui 2 by Mithoon Animal by Manan Bhardwaj Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani by Pritam Sanam Teri Kasam (OST) by Himesh Reshammiya Lost;Found by Faheem Abdullah Ek Villain by Mithoon P-Pop Culture by Karan Aujla Making Memories by Karan Aujla Love Aaj Kal by Pritam Read More

Entertainment Lamar and SZA’s “Luther” along with Rosé and Mars’ “APT.” dominated streaming this year John Shearer/Getty Images; Taylor Hill/Getty Images; Gregory Shamus/Getty Images Apple Music shared its year-end global charts for 2025, revealing the two songs that dominated streaming around the world. This year’s biggest songs were Rosé and Bruno Mars‘ “APT.” along with Kendrick Lamar and SZA‘s “Luther.” “APT.” claimed the Number One spot on multiple Apple Music charts, including Top Songs of 2025: Global, Top 100: Shazam, Top 100: Global Radio, and Top 100: Lyrics. Released in October 2024, the song has become a massive hit for both artists and is up for both Song and Record of the Year at the 2026 Grammy Awards. “Luther” sits at Number Two on the Top Songs of 2025: Global chart, having gotten a huge spike after the pair performed the track at the Super Bowl earlier this year. Lamar has five songs in the Top 25, the most of any artist on the chart, including his May 2024 Drake diss “Not Like Us.” Meanwhile, SZA has three in the Top 25, the second-most of any artist. Rounding out the top five of the Top Songs of 2025: Global charts have more songs from 2024. Mars and Lady Gaga‘s “Die With a Smile,” released in August of last year, is the third most-streamed song. Lamar’s “Not Like Us” sits at Number Four while Billie Eilish’s “Birds of a Feather,” from May 2024, is the fifth most-streamed song. Other notable entries on the year-end charts are Grammy-nominated Best New Artist nominees, Lola Young and Alex Warren, breaking the top five of the Top 100: Shazam chart. Young’s “Messy” and Warren’s “Ordinary” also make the top five of the Global Radio chart. Representing songs released in this calendar year is the Kpop Demon Hunters breakout hit “Golden” as performed by the fictional K-pop group Huntr/x. “Golden” was big on the Lyrics and Sing charts, meaning that it really resonated with the karaoke fans using Apple Music this year. The streaming service’s year-end charts arrive at the same time that users can access Apple Replay ’25, the annual activation that allows people to look back on their listening habits throughout the year. Apple Music’s Year-End Charts Top Songs of 2025: GlobalROSÉ & Bruno Mars, “APT.”Kendrick Lamar & SZA, “luther”Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, “Die With A Smile”Kendrick Lamar, “Not Like Us”Billie Eilish, “BIRDS OF A FEATHER” Top 100: ShazamROSÉ & Bruno Mars, “APT.” Lola Young, “Messy” Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, “Die With A Smile” Alex Warren, “Ordinary” MOLIY, Silent Addy, Skillibeng & Shenseea, “Shake It To The Max (FLY) [Remix]”  Top 100: Global RadioROSÉ & Bruno Mars, “APT.” Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, “Die With A Smile” Lola Young, “Messy” Alex Warren, “Ordinary” Billie Eilish, “BIRDS OF A FEATHER” Top 100: LyricsROSÉ & Bruno Mars, “APT.” Kendrick Lamar & SZA, “luther”Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, “Die With A Smile”HUNTR/X, EJAE, AUDREY NUNA, REI AMI & KPop Demon Hunters Cast, “Golden” Kendrick Lamar, “Not Like Us” Top 100: SingLady Gaga & Bruno Mars, “Die With A Smile” ROSÉ, Bruno Mars, “APT.”Billie Eilish, “WILDFLOWER”HUNTR/X, EJAE, AUDREY NUNA, REI AMI & KPop Demon Hunters Cast, “Golden”Mrs. GREEN APPLE, “Lilac” From Rolling Stone US. Read More

Entertainment The David Lowery film featuring original music from Charli XCX, FKA Twigs, and Jack Antonoff will arrive in theaters next spring Anne Hathaway in David Lowery’s Mother Mary A24 At the end of the trailer for David Lowery’s Mother Mary, Michaela Coel‘s scorned character, Sam Anselm, acknowledges the stakes of her rekindled partnership with Mother Mary, the tormented pop star played by Anne Hathaway. “There may only be one of us left standing when this is over,” she says. They both know it to be true. The A24 film follows Sam and Mother Mary as they tear open barely-healed wounds of betrayal. The pair were once best friends before pop stardom drove a wedge between them. Sam can’t even listen to her music anymore. But when Mother Mary needs a costume for her grand comeback concert, she doesn’t know who else to ask. In the preview, Sam obliges — but not without guiding her old friend through a séance first. “You think there’s something inside of you?” she asks. “Let’s cast her out.” In theaters next spring, Mother Mary also stars Hunter Schafer, Atheena Frizzell, Kaia Gerber, Jessica Brown Findlay, Alba Baptista, Isaura Barbé-Brown, Sian Clifford, and FKA Twigs. The pop star backdrop of the film will be bolstered by original music from Charli XCX, Jack Antonoff, and Twigs. The original synopsis of the film doesn’t reveal much of the oddities about the film that the trailer suggests it will hold. “Long-buried wounds rise to the surface when iconic pop star Mother Mary reunites with her estranged best friend and former costume designer Sam Anselm on the eve of her comeback performance,” it reads. The tagline for Mother Mary declares: “This is not a ghost story. This is not a love story.” Mother Mary follows Lowery’s most recent films, 2023’s Peter Pan & Wendy and 2021’s The Green Knight. For Hathaway, it’s one of many releases slated for the new year. The actress will also appear in The Devil Wears Prada 2, The Odyssey, Flowervale Street, and Verity. From Rolling Stone US. Read More