Amazon Prime Video officially confirms The Family Man season 3 with a new poster.
Manoj Bajpayee returns as Srikant Tiwari; creators Raj & DK also return.
Tamil actor Sundeep Kishan and others join the returning ensemble cast.
Jaideep Ahlawat rumoured to play a strong antagonist, though not listed in official post.
The wait is finally over for fans of The Family Man. Amazon Prime Video has officially announced the return of the popular spy thriller with a third season. The makers, Raj & DK, released a striking new poster featuring lead star Manoj Bajpayee, confirming that the show is “coming soon.” The news has sparked major excitement online, as audiences prepare for Srikant Tiwari’s next mission.
Manoj Bajpayee returns as Srikant Tiwari in the first look of The Family Man season 3Instagram/primevideoin
Manoj Bajpayee leads returning cast, new faces join ensemble
While the creators have yet to reveal a release date, the announcement post tagged key cast members including Priyamani, Sharib Hashmi, Shreya Dhanwanthary, and Darshan Kumar. Tamil actor Sundeep Kishan, who briefly appeared in season 2, has now been confirmed as part of the main cast. Gul Panag also returns after her season 1 appearance.
Interestingly, Jaideep Ahlawat, whom Bajpayee previously confirmed would feature in the new season, was not included in the official post. Ahlawat is expected to play a central antagonist opposite Bajpayee’s character, promising a tense face-off between two powerhouse performers.
Season 3 plot expected to explore new threats from the Northeast
The third season is rumoured to delve into rising tensions along India’s north-eastern borders, potentially involving a China-based cyber threat, a direction hinted at in season 2’s finale. Fans can expect a mix of action, geopolitical intrigue, and emotional family drama, in line with the franchise’s reputation.
Manoj Bajpayee has described this season as the show’s most ambitious yet. “Srikant is in deeper trouble this time. The scale is bigger, and the stakes are higher,” he said in an earlier interview.
No exact streaming date has been announced yet, but the “coming soon” tagline suggests a 2025 premiere. Until then, The Family Man fans are gearing up for another intense ride with India’s most relatable undercover agent.
Jason Isaacs has revealed that every cast member of The White Lotus Season 3, regardless of experience or fame, earned the same salary: £32,000 (₹33,60,000) per episode. That totals around £256,000 (₹2,68,80,000) for the full eight-episode run. While that figure might seem significant, Isaacs called it “a very low price” for a hit HBO show, but said he had no complaints.
“We would’ve paid to be in it,” Isaacs said in an interview, adding, “We probably would’ve given a body part.”
Jason Isaacs opens up about financial regrets and career lowsGetty Images
Equal pay, no ego
The show’s ensemble approach meant that veterans like Isaacs and Parker Posey received the same as newer faces such as Patrick Schwarzenegger and Sam Nivola. Asked if it bothered him to be paid the same as his younger co-stars, Isaacs shrugged it off: “I never work for money. I’ve done alright. People assume I have piles of cash, but I’ve basically matched my spending to my income and spent everything over the years.”
The pay structure, introduced from Season 1, was meant to ensure fairness and avoid ego clashes. “Everyone is treated the same,” said producer David Bernad in an earlier interview, explaining how the alphabetical billing and equal salaries were key to creating a drama-free, committed cast.
The White Lotus cast shares the screen and the paycheck equallyGetty Images
Isaacs admitted that while the rate was lower than typical network or streaming pay outs, the prestige of working on The White Lotus and with creator Mike White made it worthwhile.
Cautionary tales and career lows
Isaacs also took the opportunity to share hard-earned lessons with his younger co-stars, urging them not to get emotionally attached to the final product. “You don’t control how it’s received. That’s Mike’s job,” he said. Reflecting on his own past, he pointed to Peter Pan (2003), where he played Captain Hook, a big-budget project that tanked commercially and nearly derailed his career.
“It was the lowest I’ve ever felt professionally. I thought I’d never work again,” he confessed. Isaacs said it was his partner Emma Hewitt who helped him through that dark phase, crediting her support over their decades-long relationship.
Jason Isaacs says Emma Hewitt helped him through his dark phase in lifeGetty Images
The White Lotus Season 3 is now streaming on Max, and while the actors may not have earned big bucks, the series continues to score big on screen, with critics and fans alike.
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From Squid Game season 3 to Stick, these are the biggest shows and films to stream in June 2025
Honestly, this June, your watchlist is about to need a watchlist. Forget the rinse-and-repeat releases because this month, streaming platforms are serving us a cocktail of choices. Whether you're Team Marvel or Team “give me plot twists that slap,” this list brings the crème de la stream. Curated with zero fluff and verified from top entertainment sources, here’s what you need to watch this month, before spoilers eat you alive.
Squid Game – Season 3 (Netflix)
The final round is here. Lee Jung-jae returns for the ultimate face-off in the game that turned capitalism into a slasher film. Will justice be served? Probably not. Will it wreck you emotionally? Absolutely.
Redemption arcs are for quitters, unless you’re Owen Wilson with a golf club and a grudge. In this new sports comedy, washed-up golf pro Pryce Cahill finds a second shot at greatness when he stumbles upon a teenage prodigy, Santi. Coaching the kid might save both their careers or crash them harder than his infamous meltdown. Think underdog story, but with dad jokes, sports rivalries, and just the right swing of heart.
Julianne Moore and Sydney Sweeney play a mother-daughter duo untangling a violent secret on a secluded Pennsylvania farm. It’s gritty, emotional, and slower than a shotgun reload, but way more explosive.
Back in the kitchen and hotter than ever. Carmy is back with more breakdowns, beef, and beautiful messes. After last season’s cliffhanger, expect Michelin-star levels of stress and storytelling.
Move over, Iron Man. Riri Williams is suiting up and rewriting the tech-hero narrative. With Anthony Ramos stepping in as The Hood, this is Marvel's smartest and sneakiest origin story in years.
If June 2025 proves anything, it’s that streaming isn’t slowing down. Rather, it’s speeding straight into every genre you thought you were tired of and making it feel brand new. So whether you're here for the heartbreak, the brain games, or just unfiltered weirdness, this month doesn’t just entertain, it devours. Get your snacks, clear your calendar, and for heaven’s sake, disable your spoilers.
Now let the binge begin!
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HBO’s Harry Potter reboot slammed for casting Italian actress as Indian character Parvati Patil
HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter reboot is already under fire, this time for casting Italian actress Alessia Leoni as Parvati Patil, a character rooted in Indian culture. The announcement has triggered widespread backlash from fans who accuse the makers of side-lining authentic South Asian representation in favour of what many see as surface-level diversity.
Parvati, originally portrayed by Shefali Chowdhury in the films, is one of the few explicitly Indian characters in the Harry Potter universe. The decision to cast someone with no clear Indian heritage has led to heated discussions across platforms like Reddit and X, with fans calling out what they perceive as performative inclusivity.
Fans question why Indian talent was overlooked again
Many online comments have shared similar frustrations: that casting a brown-skinned actor is not the same as casting someone of Indian origin. “They just picked someone who looks brown and called it a day,” one Redditor commented. Another added, “Parvati is not just a name, it’s a direct reference to Hindu culture. It deserved more thought.”
This is not the first controversy to hit the reboot. Earlier announcements like casting Paapa Essiedu as Snape and Arabella Stanton as Hermione also drew criticism from those who felt the series was playing fast and loose with established character identities. Supporters of accurate representation argue that while the intent may be diversity, the execution often feels tokenistic.
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Adding fuel to the fire is the casting history of the original films, where British-Bangladeshi actors Shefali Chowdhury and Afshan Azad played the Patil twins after being discovered through grassroots-level auditions. That sense of grounded authenticity, fans argue, is missing in the current reboot.
HBO's broader casting choices also under scrutiny
Alongside Leoni, HBO announced several other cast members: Katherine Parkinson as Molly Weasley, Lox Pratt as Draco Malfoy, Johnny Flynn as Lucius Malfoy, Leo Earley as Seamus Finnigan, Sienna Moosah as Lavender Brown, Bel Powley and Daniel Rigby as the Dursleys, and Bertie Carvel as Cornelius Fudge.
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The series, hoped to be a faithful adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s books, is scheduled to premiere in 2026. But with these early casting calls, many longtime fans feel HBO is missing the mark on cultural nuance—and all this before a single spell has been cast on screen.
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BBC Three documentary uncovers new details in Kim Kardashian Paris robbery case
Nearly ten years after Kim Kardashian was robbed at gunpoint in a Paris hotel, the story is being revisited in a new documentary coming to BBC Three and iPlayer. Titled The Kim Kardashian Diamond Heist, the film digs into one of the most talked-about celebrity crimes of the last decade, offering fresh access and unheard accounts from those closely involved in the case.
Kim Kardashian Paris robbery case revisited in new BBC Three documentaryGetty Images
New voices and untold moments from the night that shocked the world
The 45-minute documentary features first-hand interviews with close family friends, French police officers, and journalists who followed the robbery from day one. It takes viewers back to that October 2016 night, when Kardashian was tied up and robbed of jewellery worth millions of pounds inside her private apartment at a luxury hotel during Paris Fashion Week.
The film doesn’t stop at the crime itself. It moves forward to recent developments, including the court case in which Kim finally came face-to-face with her assailants last month. Eight people were found guilty, nearly a decade after the robbery made global headlines.
Kim Kardashian 2016 diamond heist case brought eight people to justice nearly a decade after the robberyGetty Images
Beyond gossip: A look at the cost of digital fame
This BBC Three documentary goes beyond the headlines and Instagram timelines. It examines the role of social media in the robbery, where public posts may have tipped off the thieves, and the emotional fallout Kim faced in the aftermath.
Nasfim Haque, Head of Content at BBC Three, says the film “cuts through the noise and looks at the real-life consequences of being so visible in the digital age.” Firecracker Films, the production company behind the documentary, also hopes the film helps viewers understand how the case was solved and the emotional cost behind the glamour.
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Directed by Ben Bryant and produced by Jessica Sartenaer, The Kim Kardashian Diamond Heist will be available on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer later this month. Executive producers include Jes Wilkins and Sam Emmery, and the documentary will be distributed globally by Passion Distribution.
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A post-screening Q&A that revealed how their off-screen camaraderie and improvisational skills helped
The world premiere of Deep Cover lit up the inaugural SXSW London Screen Festival on Wednesday night, with stars Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom and Nick Mohammed attending a post-screening Q&A that revealed how their off-screen camaraderie and improvisational skills helped shape the film’s comic energy.
The crime caper, directed by Stath Lets Flats creator Tom Kingsley, was screened as the festival’s Centrepiece Headliner and will be available to stream on Prime Video from 12 June.
A story years in the making
The project began over a decade ago, when producers Colin Trevorrow and Derek Connolly came across a real-life story involving New York police using actors as decoys in criminal investigations. The idea evolved into a feature film script written by the British duo Ben Ashenden and Alexander Owen, adapting Trevorrow and Connolly’s original concept and relocating the story to London.
Deep Cover follows three improv performers who are enlisted by an undercover police officer to pose as hardened criminals and infiltrate London’s underworld. With comedy and action colliding in unexpected ways, the film balances high stakes with humour.
Action-comedy with an indie heart
Director Kingsley explained that while the film began as a straightforward comedy, the involvement of bigger stars gave the team the resources to explore more ambitious action sequences.
“I think maybe it started more as a comedy. Straight up,” Kingsley said. “As we went on, bigger and bigger stars joined us, and that meant we could aim higher.”
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The film was produced independently in London under Trevorrow’s Metronome Film Co. banner. The producers emphasised that creating a film like Deep Cover without major studio backing was a challenge, particularly in today’s economic climate.
“It’s not easy. We’re at a time when getting films financed is harder and harder,” Trevorrow noted. He credited Amazon’s partnership and the dedication of the British crew with bringing the production to life on a competitive budget.
Real locations, real stakes
One of the defining aspects of Deep Cover is its use of real London locations. From Shoreditch to Barking, the film avoids glossy studio sets in favour of gritty, authentic settings.
“We wanted the movie to feel real. I think the comedy is funnier when you really believe in the stakes,” said Kingsley. “We needed London to look a little dangerous, not too picture postcard.”
He revealed that some night shoots required extra security, especially in industrial zones. “We shot in areas that needed some caution – but that’s what gave it a grounded feel.”
Strong chemistry on and off screen
The cast’s chemistry was clear both on screen and during the Q&A. Howard, Bloom and Mohammed all spoke about how much they enjoyed working together and how much that dynamic influenced the film’s tone.
“We all just genuinely get along,” said Howard. “We’re all at similar stages in life. We’ve got kids, so we connect over that.”
Bloom, better known for dramatic and action roles, said the project allowed him to explore a new side of acting. “I’m not known for comedy,” he admitted. “But the writing and direction really supported me in finding the humour through the character’s seriousness.”
For Mohammed, the shift was in the other direction. Best known for his work in Ted Lasso, he found the action element to be a new experience. “Overwhelming,” he said. “I’m a huge fan of action films and blockbuster hits. So working with Hollywood-level stars on this was surreal.”
Improv rooted in structure
Although Deep Cover is about improvisers, the film itself relied heavily on a carefully structured script. Kingsley noted that while improvisation did happen during filming, most of it was trimmed for pacing.
“It’s a really tightly worked out script,” he said. “It goes a mile a minute, and we had to stick to the rhythm.”
Howard praised the collaborative process, saying, “We were never treated like puppets. It was very organic. The improv was more about getting into the scene rather than driving it.”
Bringing comedy back to the big screen
Producer Colin Trevorrow reflected on the rarity of seeing comedy in cinemas, especially as more films are made for streaming platforms.
“We live in a day and age where we rarely get to see comedy in a packed theatre full of people laughing – something I loved as a kid,” he said. “This film is going to be on Amazon, and we’re grateful for that, but tonight was something special.”
Deep Cover also features British acting veterans Paddy Considine, Ian McShane and Sean Bean in supporting roles.
As it heads to its Prime Video release, Deep Cover offers audiences a blend of improvisational comedy, undercover drama and London grit, all anchored by a cast with genuine chemistry and comedic timing.