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Tamannaah Bhatia has stepped into the world of V Shantaram with her new role as Jayashree in the upcoming biographical drama “V Shantaram.” The film traces the life and legacy of one of Indian cinema’s earliest visionaries, and Bhatia joins Siddhant Chaturvedi who plays the filmmaker himself.

The makers released a first look of Bhatia as Jayashree, the respected actor remembered for films such as “Dr. Kotnis Ki Amar Kahani,” “Shakuntala,” “Chandra Rao More” and “Dahej.” Jayashree was also V Shantaram’s second wife and an important presence in his creative life. The poster shows Bhatia in a pink Nauvari saree with a look that brings back the tone and texture of early Indian cinema. It hints at the scale of the film and the attention given to the era it hopes to recreate.

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Paramount is loading up its future calendar with two major franchise projects and a special return to the past. The studio has confirmed new release dates for an untitled Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film and an untitled Sonic Universe Event Film. Both are set to arrive in 2028, giving fans plenty to look forward to as two powerhouse brands prepare their next theatrical chapters.

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Thanksgiving weekend brought a clear message to Hollywood. Audiences are ready to show up when the movies give them something to rally around. Disney’s “Zootopia 2” and Universal’s “Wicked For Good” turned a sluggish fall season into a lively holiday frame, proving that strong brands and confident storytelling still drive people to theaters.

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Jafar Panahi set the tone for the 18^th Asia Pacific Screen Awards with a double win that confirmed his standing as one of the most influential voices in world cinema. His film It Was Just an Accident, already celebrated internationally, claimed Best Film and earned him Best Director. The ceremony, held at The Langham Hotel on Australias Gold Coast, brought together filmmakers from across the region for a night that highlighted artistic bravery and cultural depth.

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DreamWorks Animation’s journey back to Far Far Away continues to build momentum as Marcello Hernandez and Skyler Gisondo officially join the cast of Shrek 5. The two actors will voice Shrek and Fiona’s sons Fergus and Farkle, expanding the beloved ogre family for the franchise’s long awaited return.