President Murmu exhorts celebs to not endorse ‘harmful products’

Even as the issue of Maharashtra FDA’s notice to three Bollywood stars featuring in Vimal Elaichi ads simmers in legal corridors over issues relating to surrogate advertising of tobacco and similar products, India’s President Droupadi Murmu yesterday.

Indian States invited to pitch tourist cities for National Film Awards

Various Indian States have been invited to submit proposals identifying their best tourism destinations for hosting the National Film Awards, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said yesterday.

Television is not dying, but changing with the rise of CTV

Television may be losing its monopoly on the screen, but it is far from disappearing, with Connected TV (CTV), streaming and digital platforms giving the medium a new phase, according to an analysis published by NDTV.

Rajat Sharma re-elected NBDA President for 2026-27

Rajat Sharma, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of India TV, has been unanimously re-elected as President of the News Broadcasters and Digital Association (NBDA) for 2026-27.

Vzy launches linear TV streaming with 200+ live channels

Vzy has launched linear TV streaming (LTS), bringing live television, OTT platforms and free content together on a single app. The platform currently offers more than 200 live TV channels along with access to over 29 OTT platforms and free entertainment content.

Sony Vizha unveils ‘Ithu Namma Vibe’ ahead of October 19 launch

Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) is set to launch its much-awaited Tamil general entertainment channel Sony Vizha on October 19, 2026 at 8 pm, with the brand promise ‘Ithu Namma Vibe’ aimed at celebrating Tamil Nadu’s people, culture and everyday moments.

‘Family Full House’ draws 7.62mn viewers on SonyLIV:Chrome DM

‘Family Full House with Rohit Sharma’ has recorded 7.62 million unique viewers on SonyLIV during its opening viewing window from September 19 to 21, 2026, according to data released by Chrome DM COTT.

Zee TV brings ‘Ladies Special’ initiative to Mumbai Ganesh Chaturthi

Zee TV has taken its focus on women beyond its programming with the ‘Zee TV Ladies Special’ initiative in Mumbai, aimed at improving access to safe, clean and hygienic washroom facilities for women during the city’s Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations.

Netflix to stream STARTO New Year concert worldwide

Netflix will exclusively live-stream ‘COUNTDOWN CONCERT 2026-2027 STARTO to WORLD’ worldwide on December 31, 2026. The year-end concert will feature artists from STARTO ENTERTAINMENT and will be streamed live simultaneously around the world for the first time.

Times Now Navbharat launches debate campaign over PM Modi mimicry row

Times Now Navbharat has launched a nationwide debate campaign following a political controversy over a stand-up comedy performance at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ student interaction event in Indore.

‘Sayoneee’ premieres tonight on Star Plus and JioHotstar

Star Plus is set to premiere its new fiction show ‘Sayoneee’ tonight, September 23, at 7.30 pm on Star Plus and JioHotstar. Starring Rashami Desai, Janhavi Soni and Gautam Singh Vig, the show follows Saanvi, a young woman searching for the mother’s love she has always longed for, while finding the strength to face her own battles.

Creator18 appoints Heena Lulla as Business Head

Creator18 has appointed Heena Lulla as its new Business Head, as the company looks to strengthen its leadership and expand its presence in India’s growing creator economy.

Marvel Studios’ ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ to end with S3

Marvel Studios’ ‘Daredevil: Born Again’, starring Charlie Cox, will conclude with its upcoming third season, according to an ANI report that quoted from an article in The Hollywood Reporter.

Glam 21 brings beauty and drama in new 9-episode micro-series

Beauty brand Glam 21 has launched a new nine-episode micro-drama series that blends beauty, friendship, romance and everyday relationship situations, with the storyline built around the familiar experience of third-wheeling.

Vijay Sethupathi’s ‘Baththa’ to release in theatres on Oct 1

Vijay Sethupathi-starrer Tamil film ‘Baththa’ is set to release in theatres worldwide on October 1. The film is directed by Balaji Tharaneetharan and marks his third collaboration with Sethupathi.