The upcoming episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show got an international touch with the presence of singer Ed Sheeran.
On Wednesday, Netflix released the episode's promo and surprisingly, the 'Perfect' hitmaker could be seen speaking in Hindi.
The clip features Ed Sheeran performing a desi version of 'Shape Of You'.
However, the highlight of the teaser is where the singer recreated Shah Rukh Khan's signature pose and also recited his iconic dialogue 'Bade bade deshon mein...' from the iconic film 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge'.
Sunil Grover, Kiku Sharda, and Krushna Abhishek, Archana Puran Singh were also seen having a riot on the show, with Ed singing a desi song with food items like 'paneer pakoda', 'barfi' and 'cake'.
Amidst all the fun and banter, Kapil was curious about the names of Ed's albums, like - plus, subtract, divide, multiply, and equals, corresponding to his tour name, which is Mathematics.
Responding to this, Ed revealed, "I released some independent records when I was 17 or 18 years of age. I released 5 of them and plus was an addition to them. Multiply was meant to make everything bigger and take it worldwide. Divide was a double column. Subtract stripped everything back. And equal was the sum of all the parts. When I was 18, I made a plan that I would release five albums."
The episode was shot while Ed Sheeran was in Mumbai for his tour. In April, he performed at Mumbai's Mahalaxmi Racecourse, where he entertained fans with his chart-topping hits. Joining him onstage was Punjabi sensation Diljit Dosanjh, enhancing the concert's energetic atmosphere.
Diljit made him sing the chart-busting track 'Lover' in Punjabi with him. The concert was part of the singer's Asia and Europe Tour.
During his visit to India, he met a lot of celebrities, like Shah Rukh Khan, Gauri Khan, Farah Khan, and Ayushmann Khurrana, among others.
Rana Daggubati shifts from blockbuster Baahubali stardom to backing acclaimed indie films.
His Spirit Media to release Sabar Bonda, winner of Sundance 2025 Grand Jury Prize.
Earlier release All We Imagine As Light ran in cinemas for seven weeks.
Daggubati reveals why India needs consistent infrastructure for alternative cinema.
Rana Daggubati, best known globally for his role in the Baahubali franchise, is now building a reputation in a very different space: indie film distribution. The actor has taken a bold leap from spectacle-driven cinema to backing critically acclaimed titles like Payal Kapadia’s All We Imagine As Light and the Sundance 2025 winner Sabar Bonda. With his Spirit Media banner, Daggubati says he wants to create a consistent pipeline for alternative cinema in India, where such films rarely get the screen space they deserve.
Rana Daggubati is backing award-winning indie films through his Spirit Media banner Getty Images
Why is Rana Daggubati focusing on indie film distribution?
According to Daggubati, India lacks a sustainable model for alternative cinema. While commercial blockbusters thrive because their success can be replicated across markets, indie titles often disappear after a festival run. “We have places and distribution for mainstream, so how then do we institutionalise alternative cinema?” he said in a recent interview.
He pointed out that Telugu cinema’s pan-India breakthrough, starting with Baahubali and followed by KGF, Pushpa and Kantara was possible because of data-driven success. Indie cinema, he believes, needs the same consistency to grow into a bigger movement rather than remain limited to one-off wins.
Rana Daggubati says India needs data-driven models to grow indie films beyond festivals Getty Images
What did he learn from All We Imagine As Light ?
Daggubati revealed that distributing Kapadia’s Cannes Grand Prix winner was a trial-and-error process. Spirit Media released the film on around 120 screens but discovered that location mattered more than numbers. In cities like Mumbai, some neighbourhoods performed well while others lagged, giving him critical insights about targeting the right audiences.
The film went on to run in Indian cinemas for seven weeks, much longer than most mainstream films. “Word of mouth became the biggest publicity tool,” he explained, adding that requests for screenings poured in from cities like Pune and Bhubaneswar. This slow-burn success in fact showed him that a patient release strategy could build a loyal indie audience.
Rohan Parashuram Kanawade’s Sabar Bonda is a landmark in Marathi cinema, the first film in the language to premiere at Sundance. It went on to win the World Cinema Grand Jury Prize Dramatic and will now be released in India on 19 September by Spirit Media.
The project has heavyweight backing, with Nagraj Manjule, Nikkhil Advani, Vikramaditya Motwane, and actor Sai Tamhankar attached as executive producers. Daggubati says the choice to back Sabar Bonda came down to the director’s deeply personal storytelling. “It is a film only he could make because it comes from a space of honesty. That truth was our top priority,” he said.
Daggubati spoke about the shortage of cinema screens in India compared to the United States and China, arguing that many auditoriums run at only 20–25% occupancy. He also criticised the inconsistent festival ecosystem, noting how events like MAMI once provided crucial platforms but then disappeared due to funding cuts.
He warned against over-reliance on grants, pointing out that when funding is pulled, entire ecosystems collapse. Instead, he believes audience-driven support, consistent distribution models, and data-led releases are the way forward. “Our strength and weakness lies in the fact that we don’t share our common ideas as one industry,” he said.
Rana Daggubati sees a gap in India’s infrastructure for alternative cinemaGetty Images
What’s next for Rana Daggubati in indie film distribution?
With just a small team of eight at Spirit Media, Daggubati says he plans to build a “jury-type” system to evaluate films from across India. His aim is to create a slate of indie titles that can reach audiences nationwide, while also influencing streaming platforms to respond once theatrical success is established.
By backing films like Sabar Bonda and All We Imagine As Light, Rana Daggubati is clearly carving out a space where indie cinema can thrive alongside mainstream blockbusters. Just as Baahubali transformed the perception of Telugu cinema, he now hopes to spark a similar movement for Indian indie films.
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Abbey Road Music Photography Awards 2025 reveals nominees with stunning shots of Charli XCX and Doja Cat
More than 20,000 photographs from 30 countries considered for this year’s shortlist
Nominees feature stars including Chappell Roan, Lana Del Rey, Charli XCX, Doja Cat and Burna Boy
Fans can vote for Music Moment of the Year until 23 September on the MPA website
Exhibition of all 40 nominated works runs at London’s Outernet from 19–23 September
The Abbey Road Music Photography Awards 2025 has unveiled its nominees, showcasing striking images of international stars including Chappell Roan, Charli XCX and Doja Cat. After reviewing over 20,000 submissions across 30 countries, the competition aims to bring to light the growing prestige of music photography, with new categories introduced this year and a London exhibition bringing the work to the public.
Abbey Road Music Photography Awards 2025 reveals nominees with stunning shots of Charli XCX and Doja Cat Greg Noire/Instagram/abbeyroadmpa
What are the Abbey Road Music Photography Awards?
The Abbey Road Music Photography Awards, launched in 2022, are the world’s only global competition dedicated to music photography. Hosted by the iconic Abbey Road Studios in London, the awards recognise the creativity and cultural impact of photographers capturing artists on stage, behind the scenes, and within club culture.
For 2025, two new categories, Portrait and Festivals, have been added, alongside a special guest category focused on Club Culture. The judging panel includes renowned names such as Rankin, Nile Rodgers and actor Joe Keery.
The nominated works will be displayed at Outernet London’s Now Pop One venue from 19 to 23 September, giving fans the chance to view all 40 shortlisted images. The free exhibition offers an immersive experience in the capital’s entertainment district, located near Charing Cross Road.
Visitors can also vote for their favourite picture in the Music Moment of the Year category through interactive screens at the venue or online via the awards’ official website. Public voting closes on 23 September.
The winners of the Abbey Road Music Photography Awards 2025 will be revealed at a ceremony on 2 October at Abbey Road Studios in London. Dutch filmmaker and photographer Anton Corbijn, known for his decades-long collaborations with U2 and Depeche Mode, will be honoured with the prestigious Icon Award at this year’s event.
Mark Robertson, Abbey Road’s Director of Marketing and Creative, praised the “incredibly gifted community of photographers” whose work, he said, proves that music photography is not just documentation but an art form that helps shape popular culture.
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Karisma Kapoor’s children accuse Priya Kapur of suppressing will in £2.51bn Sunjay Kapur property battle
Karisma Kapoor’s kids seek share in late father Sunjay Kapur’s £2.51bn (₹30,000 crore) estate
They accuse stepmother Priya Kapur of forging a will to take full control
Lawsuit requests recognition as Class I legal heirs and partition of assets
Interim plea filed to freeze Sunjay Kapur’s personal estate until case outcome
The inheritance battle over business tycoon Sunjay Kapur’s £2.51bn (₹30,000 crore) estate has reached the Indian court, with Karisma Kapoor’s children Samaira and Kiaan accusing their stepmother Priya Kapur of presenting a forged will. The suit has opened a new chapter in the Sunjay Kapur death case, less than three months after the auto components magnate and Sona Comstar chairman died during a polo match in Windsor, UK.
Karisma Kapoor’s children accuse Priya Kapur of suppressing will in £2.51bn Sunjay Kapur property battle Instagram/therealsamairakapoor
What is Karisma Kapoor’s children’s plea in the Delhi High Court?
Samaira (20) and Kiaan (14), represented through their mother Karisma Kapoor, have filed a civil suit demanding recognition as Class I legal heirs. They are seeking partition of their late father’s assets and want a one-fifth share each of his personal estate.
The plea also asks for a freeze on Sunjay Kapur’s personal assets until the matter is resolved, to prevent any transfer or sale. According to the suit, the children were close to their father and he had repeatedly assured them of their financial security by setting up ventures and trusts in their names.
The siblings have made serious allegations against their stepmother Priya, who was married to Sunjay Kapur at the time of his death and has a six-year-old son with him. They allege Priya, along with two associates, Dinesh Agarwal and Nitin Sharma, deliberately withheld the will for seven weeks before producing it at a family meeting on 30 July 2025.
The will, dated 21 March 2025, reportedly leaves Sunjay’s entire personal estate to Priya Kapur. The children claim this document is “forged and fabricated” and surrounded by “suspicious circumstances”, as neither the original nor a copy has been shown to them.
The suit also names Priya’s son, Sunjay’s mother Rani Kapur, and the purported executor of the will, businesswoman Shradha Suri Marwah, as defendants.
Who inherits if the court recognises Karisma Kapoor’s children as legal heirs?
Under Indian succession laws, if Samaira and Kiaan are recognised as Class I heirs, they would be entitled to equal shares along with other legal heirs of Sunjay Kapur. The children argue that their father had initiated business ventures in their names and named them as trust beneficiaries, promising his commitment to their financial future.
They also mentioned how Sunjay promised them long-term security through shared holidays, business discussions, and family interactions. The case, therefore, is not only about the contested will but also about whether those assurances translate into enforceable inheritance rights.
Sunjay Kapur, a US citizen and billionaire industrialist, was the chairman of Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd (Sona Comstar), one of India’s largest automotive component manufacturers. He inherited the group after the death of his father, Dr Surinder Kapur, in 2015 and expanded it into a global enterprise with operations across India, China, Mexico, Serbia, and the US.
According to Forbes, his net worth at the time of his death in June 2025 stood at £950 million (₹10,300 crore), though reports place the wider family estate at £2.51bn (₹30,000 crore). His sudden death at 53, officially ruled as natural due to heart disease, has left behind a major succession crisis within one of India’s most prominent business families.
The Indian court will now examine the validity of the alleged will and decide whether Karisma Kapoor’s children can be formally recognised as legal heirs. For now, the plaintiffs are pressing for interim relief to freeze assets while the matter is under consideration.
The case is, in fact, about the intersection of Bollywood and business, drawing public attention not only because of Karisma Kapoor’s celebrity status but also due to the massive wealth involved and the serious allegation of will forgery within one of India’s most high-profile families.
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Badshah hilariously mocks Donald Trump tariffs on stage with Bollywood lyric twist in New Jersey
Badshah joked about Trump’s tariffs during his Unfinished USA Tour in New Jersey.
Fans erupted as he altered the lyrics of his hit song ‘Tareefan’ to deliver the quip.
The rapper is continuing his North American tour with stops in Seattle, Dallas, and Chicago.
Badshah recently made headlines for his 20 kg weight loss and the success of his album Ek Tha Raja.
Indian rapper Badshah had fans in stitches during his New Jersey show as he took a cheeky jab at US President Donald Trump, cleverly linking the ongoing tariff debate with his hit song Tareefan. The unexpected moment added a fresh layer of political satire to his Unfinished USA Tour, proving once again that Badshah can seamlessly mix music with humour.
Badshah hilariously mocks Donald Trump tariffs on stage with Bollywood lyric twist in New Jersey Instagram/badboyshah
What did Badshah say about Donald Trump at the New Jersey concert?
During the high-energy performance, Badshah altered the Punjabi lyrics of Tareefan from Veere Di Wedding. Instead of singing “Kinniya Tareefan Chahidi Ae Tenu” (How many compliments do you want?), he quipped, “Kinni Tariff Chahidiye Trump Ko” (How much tariff does Trump want?). The crowd erupted with laughter and applause, showing their appreciation for his quick-witted social commentary.
The lyric change came shortly after Trump doubled tariffs on Indian goods, citing concerns over India’s imports of Russian oil. Badshah’s playful reference struck a chord with fans, with many praising the rapper’s ability to comment on current affairs while keeping the concert entertaining. Clips of the moment quickly circulated online, further amplifying the response.
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How is Badshah’s North American tour shaping up?
The New Jersey show is part of Badshah’s ongoing North American tour, which follows sold-out gigs in the UK, UAE, and Canada. Upcoming stops include the Bay Area, Seattle, Dallas, and Chicago. Known for his energetic performances, he often brings surprise celebrity appearances to the stage, with stars like Nora Fatehi and Mickey Singh joining him to thrill audiences.
Away from live performances, Badshah is celebrating the success of his album Ek Tha Raja, which features chart-topping tracks like ‘God Damn’, ‘Jawaab’, and ‘Khushnuma’. He has also been in the spotlight for his 20 kg weight loss, which he attributes to disciplined diet and exercise rather than any weight-loss medication like Ozempic.
Badshah’s witty on-stage jibe at Donald Trump shows his unique ability to combine entertainment with timely commentary, keeping fans engaged both in the venue and online. His North American tour continues to be a success, making each performance a talking point across social media.
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Rashmika Mandanna’s five biggest films of 2025 and why her Gond warrior role is the boldest yet
Rashmika Mandanna has steadily built her place as one of the most loved stars in Indian cinema. From the breezy charm of Geetha Govindam to the emotional depth of Animal, and more recently with blockbuster turns in Pushpa: The Rise, she has managed to win audiences across languages and industries. Now, she is heading into what looks like one of the busiest and most exciting phases of her career, with films that span genres and styles.
Rashmika Mandanna’s five biggest films of 2025 and why her Gond warrior role is the boldest yet Getty Images
Here is a look at what is coming up for Rashmika:
Thama : Part of the Maddock Horror-Comedy Universe, this supernatural rom-com has Rashmika playing Tadaka, opposite Ayushmann Khurrana and Nawazuddin Siddiqui. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, the film mixes mythology with humour and is slated for a Diwali 2025 release.
Thama brings Rashmika into the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe with Ayushmann KhurranaInstagram/maddockfilms
Mysaa : In a complete shift from her usual roles, Rashmika steps into the shoes of a Gond warrior. With tribal aesthetics, oxidised jewellery, fierce body language, and a bold new look, this action-thriller is already creating chatter after its first visuals dropped. Rashmika herself has called the role “a version of me I had never met before.”
Rashmika Mandanna’s fierce Gond warrior look from Mysaa is already sparking conversation online
Pushpa 3: The Rampage : Rashmika returns as Srivalli alongside Allu Arjun in the next chapter of Sukumar’s mega action franchise. With the first two instalments becoming nationwide blockbusters, expectations for this one could not be higher.
Rashmika returns as Srivalli in Pushpa 3 The Rampage alongside Allu Arjun
Rainbow : This romantic drama, directed by Shantharuban, pairs her with Dev Mohan. Tipped to be a soulful, emotional story, the film is drawing attention for its unique narrative style.
Rashmika explores a soulful romantic drama in Rainbow opposite Dev Mohan
Animal Park : The sequel to Animal reunites Rashmika with Ranbir Kapoor as Geetanjali, continuing one of the most talked-about on-screen relationships in recent times.
The sequel to Animal reunites Rashmika with Ranbir Kapoor as Geetanjali, continuing one of the most talked-about on-screen relationships in recent times
From supernatural comedy to gritty tribal drama and from blockbuster franchises to heartfelt romances, Rashmika’s slate for 2025 shows just how versatile she is willing to be. And if her track record is anything to go by, she is set to remain right at the centre of pan-India cinema’s spotlight.