"Fantastic Four: First Steps" brings retro chaos and cosmic drama

Marvel’s First Family is gearing up for a retro-futuristic showdown in Fantastic Four: First Steps, hitting screens on July 25, 2025. Directed by Matt Shakman, the film stars Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as the iconic team facing Galactus, a ravenous space god, and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer. With family dynamics at its core, Joseph Quinn describes the script as “brilliant,” blending heart and spectacle. Filmed in Europe, the movie also ropes in Sarah Niles, John Malkovich, and Natasha Lyonne. Expect cosmic drama, epic battles, and the Fantastic Four like never before!

Netflix in December: From Spy games to survival horror and Sabrina Carpenter

December’s Netflix lineup is a festive buffet of intrigue, music, and drama. Keira Knightley leads Black Doves airing on Dec 5 as a spy navigating love and betrayal, while Sabrina Carpenter spices up the holidays in A Nonsense Christmas premiering on Dec 6. Angelina Jolie transforms into opera icon Maria Callas in Maria releasing on Dec 11, Tyler Perry honours WWII’s unsung heroes with The Six Triple Eight dropping on Dec 20, and Squid Game returns with its nail-biting second season on Dec 26. Throw in Beyoncé’s halftime NFL Christmas show and cult classics like Mad Max: Fury Road—it’s binge season done right!

Vikrant Massey hits the pause button: retirement drama unfolds

In a plot twist no one saw coming, Vikrant Massey—our Mirzapur Bablu and 12th Fail star—has announced his retirement from acting! Taking to Instagram, he dropped the bombshell, saying it’s time to “recalibrate” and focus on being a husband, father, and son. His swan song? The 2025 release Zero Se Restart, ironically titled for a farewell. Fans flooded his post with shock, love, and pleas to rethink, proving his on-screen magic will be sorely missed. Massey’s journey, from TV’s Balika Vadhu to Bollywood’s heart, has truly been one for the books.

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Chiranjeevi's mega moves: A socio-fantasy spectacle and a bold new collab

Megastar Chiranjeevi is all set to dazzle with Vishwambhara, a socio-fantasy drama brimming with mythical creatures, flying horses, and universe-saving heroics. Directed by Mallidi Vassishta, the film promises breathtaking visuals, mythology, and action in a package that screams larger-than-life. While the teaser wowed fans with fish-shaped birds and mystical landscapes, the film has shifted its release date from January 10, 2025.

Meanwhile, Chiranjeevi will team up with Dasara director Srikanth Odela for a fresh project. Impressed by Odela's script, Chiranjeevi is ready to embrace a bold new avatar under this young director's vision. Exciting times for Tollywood!

Karan Johar's New rom-com: R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh in ‘Aap Jaisa Koi’

Remember “Maddy”, the charming dream boy from RHTDM? Well, R Madhavan is back to win hearts again, but this time with a twist. He’s starring alongside Fatima Sana Shaikh in a quirky rom-com produced by none other than Karan Johar, who’s all set to make waves with this fun project. Initially called Tharki, the film has a brand-new title – Aap Jaisa Koi, inspired by the iconic song that totally fits the vibe. The story’s a fun ride about a 40-year-old who finds love with a woman in her early 30s after a match on a dating app. Set in Mumbai and Kolkata, the film is set for a 2025 Netflix premiere, continuing Dharma's growing collaboration with the streaming platform.

Rajkummar Rao steps into production with a dark comedy

Rajkummar Rao, fresh off his 2024 massive hits like Srikanth and Stree 2, is all set to produce and star in a Netflix dark comedy, marking his debut as a producer! Directed by Aditya Nimbalkar, the twisted mind behind the critically acclaimed Sector 36, the film begins shooting in January 2025. Get ready to dive into a twisted murder mystery packed with suspense and dark humour. Rajkummar Rao is so hooked on the script that he’s producing it himself – talk about dedication! Expect a wild ride with plenty of unexpected turns, and you’ll be bingeing this Netflix original by the end of   2025.

Ajay Devgn's ‘Azaad’: A revolutionary debut for his nephew and Raveena Tandon's daughter, coming January 17

Get ready to witness history and a love story unfold in Azaad! This period action drama, hitting theatres on January 17, 2025, isn’t just another film – it's a family affair. Ajay Devgn's nephew, Aaman Devgan, and Raveena Tandon’s daughter, Rasha Thadani, are making their big-screen debuts in this epic tale of love and rebellion set in pre-Independence India. Directed by Abhishek Kapoor, Azaad blends intense romance with jaw-dropping action, as Aaman plays a warrior and Rasha portrays a wealthy girl caught in the storm of British rule. With Devgn in a pivotal role and Diana Penty adding some star power, Azaad is the movie to watch this Makar Sankranti. It’s more than just a debut – it’s a revolution!

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