Renowned Malayalam producer and director Ranjith was arrested in Ernakulam late on Tuesday after a female actor filed a complaint of sexual assault against him. The female actor had accused Ranjith of inappropriate behaviour during a filming schedule. Read full story here

Rupali Ganguly urges Narendra Modi to replace elephants with robotic alternatives after outrage over a pink-painted elephant’s death post photoshoot, sparking nationwide debate on animal cruelty, ethical tourism, and stricter protections. Read full story here

Filmmaker Santosh Kumar RS has accused the makers of Dhurandhar of allegedly copying his script. He added that although they have made a good film, he plans to take legal action against them. Read full story here

Kangana Ranaut’s Queen 2 to go on floors in April-end; sources say the sequel will offer a fresh story with the protagonist travelling across India. The sequel won’t be a continuation of the 2014 hit, but will carry forward the themes of self-discovery and self-reliance. Read full story here

Patriot, starring Mohanlal and Mammootty, has been postponed from April 23 to May 1 due to unforeseen circumstances. The makers said the delay will help ensure the film is delivered with the highest possible quality. Read full story here