Chanchal Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB), Government of India, visited the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), National Film Development Corporation–National Film Archive of India (NFDC–NFAI), and Doordarshan Centre, Pune, on Monday. This marks his first visit to these key media institutions since assuming office on April 1, 2026.
BULLET microdrama and ZEE5 have unveiled ‘Mom Talks, Maa Ki Baat – Maa Ke Jazbaat’, a new content-led IP hosted by Parineeti Chopra. The nine-episode series brings together celebrity parents to share honest and relatable perspectives on modern-day parenting, reflecting a growing demand for credible and engaging family-centric content.
NDTV Profit has emerged as the leading business news destination on YouTube for March 2026, securing the top position with 51.7 million views. The channel edged past competitors including CNBC (50.3 million), ET Now (47.1 million), Moneycontrol (30.4 million), and Mint (17.4 million), according to the DataBeings Daily Gained Views metric updated on April 1, 2026.
CNN-News18 is set to host a special programme titled ‘Fury in the Gulf – War Conclave’, aimed at decoding the ongoing West Asia crisis and its wider implications for India and the world. As tensions in the region continue to evolve, the initiative seeks to bring clarity and perspective to a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape.
In a cluttered non-fiction landscape dominated by talent-led formats, the rise of ‘The 50’ marks a notable shift in India’s reality content space. The social reality show, streaming on JioHotstar and airing on Colors, has managed to carve a distinct identity, moving beyond the long-standing influence of ‘Bigg Boss’.
YRF Entertainment has appointed Saugata Mukherjee as its new Head of Content, strengthening its leadership as it expands its films and series slate for global audiences. He will report directly to Akshaye Widhani, CEO of Yash Raj Films.
After a successful theatrical run earlier this year, the Marathi film ‘Rubaab’ is now gearing up for its digital premiere on ZEE5, aiming to reach a wider audience across geographies. The film, which blends romance, drama and emotion, brings forth a story rooted in relationships, pride and personal choices.
Amazon MX Player has premiered the second episode of ‘Famously Fit with Sophie’, featuring fitness icon Malaika Arora. Following a strong opening episode with Kriti Sanon, the latest instalment brings a mix of high-energy workouts and candid conversations, offering viewers a closer look at Malaika’s fitness philosophy and personal outlook.
ALLEN Online has released the fourth episode of its podcast series ‘Rise to the Top’, featuring Mahendra Singh Dhoni (MS Dhoni) in a candid conversation with students who turned their second attempts into success stories. The episode will stream on the ALLEN Online YouTube channel at 7 pm today.
The upcoming romantic film ‘Chand Mera Dil’, starring Ananya Panday and Lakshya in lead roles, is slated to hit theatres on May 22. The announcement adds to the growing lineup of summer releases in Bollywood, with audiences eagerly awaiting fresh on-screen pairings and romantic narratives.