Chiyaan Vikram slammed over video with his pet Lar Gibbon
Chiyaan Vikram recently shared a fun video cuddling with his pet Lar Gibbon. While initially many praised the adorable video, the actor later received flak as many noted that it is illegal to have the animal as a pet in India
11 August,2026 08:40 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSpirit: Sandeep Reddy Vanga wants a month-long break after every shoot
Sandeep Reddy Vanga has revealed the unusual shooting schedule for his much-awaited Prabhas-starrer Spirit. The filmmaker plans to shoot for around five days before taking a break of nearly a month, using the downtime for post-production, reviewing footage and planning the next schedule
10 August,2026 07:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWatch! Pawan Singh fan pushed off stage, actor calls him back for a photo
Pawan Singh won hearts at an event in Uttar Pradesh’s Basti after a fan was pushed off stage by security. The singer asked for him to be brought back, met him on stage and made sure they clicked a picture together
10 August,2026 07:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWatch: Fans chase Allu Arjun's car for one glimpse; actor shares Raaka update
Allu Arjun’s Vizag visit sparked massive fan frenzy as crowds blocked streets and followed his car for a glimpse. During the AAA Cinemas launch, he revealed he took a break from Raaka’s Mumbai shoot to meet fans
10 August,2026 04:23 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNamrata Shirodkar pens heartfelt birthday note for husband Mahesh Babu
Namrata Shirodkar penned a heartfelt birthday wish for husband Mahesh Babu, sharing a happy family picture with their children Sitara and Gautam. Their daughter also shared an adorable note and picture for her father
10 August,2026 03:11 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSAdivi Sesh urges fans to rescue stranded dogs during the monsoon
Dacoit actor Adivi Sesh urges people to rescue stranded dogs in the monsoon; ties up with animal welfare groups across cities. His on-ground effort will focus on rescuing stranded and injured animals, arranging temporary shelter, food, clean drinking water and medical assistance
10 August,2026 07:59 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuArmaan Malik on making his Malayalam debut with Dulquer Salmaan’s I’m Game
Foraying into Malayalam film music with ‘I’m Game’, singer Armaan Malik reveals he found it among the most challenging languages. Armaan has sung the song Mazhavillaye from the film
10 August,2026 07:59 AM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka SharmaToxic: Yash reveals they shot for 200 days for the Hindi and English versions
mid-day brings you all the dope from ‘Toxic’ trailer launch, where Yash revealed he was advised against making the film’s English version. He also addressed the misogyny after Kiara Advani was trolled for her intimate scenes in the song, Tabahi
10 August,2026 07:57 AM IST | Bengaluru | Priyanka SharmaPriyanka Chopra wishes Mahesh Babu on his birthday with unseen pic
Global star Priyanka Chopra wished her 'Varanasi' co-star Mahesh Babu on his birthday with a special post on social media. PeeCee took to her official handle and dropped a behind-the-scenes picture with Mahesh Babu from their shoot diaries
09 August,2026 05:48 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSToxic: Nayanthara reveals what made her break her 'no promotions' rule
Nayanthara, who was seen attending the trailer launch event of her next, Toxic, with Yash, revealed why she stays away from promotions. She also opened up about why she broke the approach for Yash's film
09 August,2026 05:23 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTamil actor on Udhayanidhi's detention: 'Why not same treatment for everyone?'
Tamil actor Vishal has reacted to Udhayanidhi Stalin's detention over his alleged remarks about Trisha, calling for equal action against anyone who makes inappropriate comments about women in the film industry. Vishal said people making similar remarks on YouTube and elsewhere
09 August,2026 03:59 PM IST | Chennai | ANIVaranasi: Mahesh Babu's new look as Rudhra released on his birthday
The makers of SS Rajamouli's Varanasi have released a new look of Mahesh Babu from the film on the occasion of his birthday. The pictures show a modern look of the actor in the African jungle
09 August,2026 03:23 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentToxic: Did Yash respond to Tabaahi backlash while praising Kiara? Find out
Yash praised Kiara Advani’s dedication and performance at the Toxic trailer launch, saying she surrendered to the film’s vision. He also said people should follow their beliefs despite criticism, seemingly taking a subtle dig at Tabaahi backlash
08 August,2026 09:31 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNagarjuna Talks Rashmika’s Stardom, Dhanush & Owning His Age | Kuberaa
Superstar Nagarjuna attended the Kuberaa song launch alongside Dhanush and Rashmika Mandanna. Speaking to the media, he praised Rashmika’s phenomenal rise, highlighting her ₹2000 crore club success, and shared his experience working with both stars. He also responded to questions about ageing, brushing off ageism with charm and confidence.