Asha Bhosle, who not only survived in the shadow of her sister (Lata Mangeshkar)’s greatness but stepped out of it with a genre-defying voice to create her own universe in Hindi playback singing, died yesterday in Mumbai, drawing widespread tributes. She was 92.
The Centre has appointed Devinder Kumar as the Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO) of Prasar Bharati, formalising a key oversight role within India’s public broadcasting network. The appointment was cleared through an official order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
Goa will host the third edition of the WAVES International Short Film Festival (Goa-India 3.0) from May 7 to 10, organisers said yesterday. Addressing a news conference in Panaji, organisers said the event has received 632 entries from across the globe, “which reflected the festival’s rising international appeal and the increasing enthusiasm for short film-making”.
Rusk Media has unveiled a fresh set of mentors for the second season of its fitness reality show ‘Battleground’, reinforcing the IP with a blend of talent, regional influence, and strong fan communities. Building on the momentum of its debut season, the upcoming edition will stream on Amazon MX Player
Zee Music Company has appointed Neha Malhotra as Senior Vice President – Marketing, marking her return to a leadership role in the music and content ecosystem at a time when the industry is rapidly evolving.
Samsung TV Plus has launched Kings of Comedy, a new premium comedy channel that brings together some of India’s most popular primetime shows on a single platform, available free of cost to users.
‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ has emerged as Hollywood’s highest-grossing film of 2026 so far, collecting an impressive USD 629 million at the global box office and continuing its strong run across international markets.
Amazon has rebranded its ad-free Prime Video subscription as Prime Video Ultra in the United States, pricing it at $4.99 per month while introducing a range of enhanced viewing features aimed at premium users.
‘Dacoit: Ek Prem Katha’, starring Adivi Sesh, has crossed Rs 40 crore at the worldwide box office within its opening weekend, marking a strong start for the action drama.
The second edition of Kolkata Comic Con wrapped up on a high note, attracting over 30,000 visitors across two days at the Biswa Bangla Exhibition Centre. Presented by Maruti Suzuki Arena and powered by Crunchyroll, the event turned the city into a vibrant hub of pop culture, creativity, and fandom.