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MUMBAI: The brand-new album is a vibrant mix of sounds and stories, mirroring the emotional rollercoaster of your favorite characters. With the music marketed and exclusively distributed by Ishtar Music of Believe India, it's more than just a soundtrack -- it's the heartbeat of the season. Produced by RSVP Movies, the Netflix series Mismatched will drop on December 13. MUMBAI: Mismatched Season 3 is turning up the volume with a diverse, emotionally-packed soundtrack that's basically the characters' inner lives in music form. Think Qawwali vibes meeting indie beats, soulful lyrics crossing paths with electrifying tunes -- this album is here to hit you right in the feels. Housed under one of the most iconic labels of the country, Ishtar Music is all set to launch the soundtrack of the year for Mismatched Season 3, creating a channel for the album's unique sound to power through: with rising stars, creating the most insane playlist that celebrates dreamy first loves to bittersweet goodbyes. Every track is a mood, a moment, and a memory. Synonymous with the series, the music remains a rich storytelling tool for fans. Shilpa Sharda, Director of Believe Artist Services for India and Southeast Asia, shared her excitement about the role of music in storytelling with *Mismatched Season 3*, "The series features a vibrant and emotionally rich soundtrack that perfectly captures the essence of the show. For Believe &Ishtar, this partnership with Netflix represents a shared vision of championing diverse talent while connecting with audiences across languages and genres. The collaboration marks an exciting new chapter, highlighting the power of music to transcend boundaries." Mismatched Actors, Rohit Saraf and Prajakta Koli added, "The music of Mismatched uplifts the storytelling of our Netflix series and perfectly captures the mood of this season. Fans have embraced the soundtracks as much as they have the story, making it a key part of the Mismatched experience. Alongside Netflix and Believe, we are excited for our fans to hear the new album that several of our friends have worked on. It is a true celebration of the series with themes of love, adulting, and self-discovery that will stay with you long after the credits roll."
While Diwali celebrations are lighting up the skies and houses are buzzing with chatter and laughter as families gather to celebrate the festival of lights, new shows and movies are making their way onto streaming giants for the fans to enjoy. From movies to shows, national as well as international, will be premiering on the over-the-top (OTT) platforms during the weekend. So grab your drinks, popcorn, and other favourite snacks to take a look at the long list of releases this weekend. They Call ...Read More >
New Delhi: Upcoming romantic drama Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat, featuring Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa, has been officially granted an 'A' certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), just days ahead of its theatrical release this Diwali, on October 21, 2025. Directed by Milap Milan Zaveri, the film delves into a passionate love story that veers into unexpected emotional territory. While the promotional content has kept key plot details tightly under wraps, sources close to the production hint that the film's first half contains a pivotal emotional twist. Also Read | Ek D ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Harshvardhan Rane, who was last seen in 'The Miranda Brothers', is heaping praise on the recently released film 'Saiyaara', and its team. On Saturday, the actor took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and penned a special note for the film and its makers after it witnessed a stellar opening day. He wrote, "Another melodious example of a love story shattering all myths and formulas of the industry. Honest heart wrenching love story wins again in 2025! #Saiyaara". 'Saiyaara', which stars Aneet Padda, and marks the debut of Ahaan Panday, is helmed b ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Jun 7 (PTI) A 26-year-old man allegedly beheaded his wife following a heated argument on the outskirts of Bengaluru after he suspected her of having an extra-marital affair, police said on Saturday. After killing Manasa, Shankar travelled with her severed head on his scooter to the nearest police station and confessed to the crime, they said. The man was later arrested, police said, adding that the incident occurred at Heelalige village, near Chandapura, Anekal taluk late on Friday. According to the police, the couple were married for over five years and have a four-year-old daug ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) From playing ancillary roles in movies like "Dear Zindagi", and "The Sky Is Pink", to winning hearts as Rishi Singh Shekhawat in Netflix's "Mismatched", actor Rohit Saraf has come a long way. At a time when several new actors tend to draw a clear line between OTT and theatre, Saraf chooses to look at things differently. For him, each medium holds a special place in helping him grow as an actor. Sharing his views on the topic, Saraf said: "I've been very lucky. OTT gave me connection and recognition, and films are now giving me new challenges and a wider canva ...Read More >
Rohit Saraf and Prajakta Koli's highly-loved romantic series Mismatched is all set to arrive with its third season. Here's all you need to know about the show including its cast and premise ahead of its release. Mismatched Season 3 OTT Release Update: The cold coffee is brewing once more, as is the love and connections in Netflix's popular romantic series. India's favourite on-screen couple Prajakta Koli (Dimple) and Rohit Saraf (Rishi) are back to remind us why we fell in love with them in the ...Read More >
Imphal, June 7 (UNI) Three militants were nabbed in separate incidents during the last 24 hours in Manipur, police said on Saturday. Manipur Police arrested a militant from Moidangpok Awang Leikai from Khumbong Bazar under Imphal West District, they said. Security forces arrested a militant from the Elangkhanpokpi Mayai Leikai area under Kakching district. Security forces apprehended a militant from Wangoo Samushang in Bishnupur district and elected members from Kumbi area. In an operation, one M16 rifle, one bolt-action rifle, three pull-mechanism rifles, three improvised mortars, and fiv ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 9 (ANI): Content creator and actor Prajakta Koli has been honoured by TIME Magazine. She was named in the inaugural 2025 TIME100 Creators List. Also Read | 'My Way of Trying To Commit Suicide': Neha Bhasin Reveals Consuming Half a Bottle of Fat Burners at Age 20 After Facing Body Shaming (Watch Video). Elated over this honour, Prajakta said, "Being recognized as the first Indian creator on TIME's inaugural TIME100 Creators List is both humbling and incredibly meaningful. This recognition represents not just my journey, but the power of authentic storytelli ...Read More >
The film features Kaul as DSP Ridwaan Sayyed, a police officer investigating the disappearance of children in the snow-clad town of Baramulla. Netflix on Friday announced "Baramulla", a supernatural drama-mystery set in the Kashmir valley and starring Manav Kaul, will premiere on the streaming platform on November 7. Directed and written by Aditya Suhas Jambhale of "Article 370" fame, the film is produced by Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios in collaboration with Aditya Dhar and Lokesh Dhar of B62 ...Read More >
Anurag Basu's latest cinematic venture, 'Metro... In Dino,' finally arrived in theatres on July 4, creating a wave of nostalgia and anticipation among film enthusiasts. With a star-studded cast that includes Sara Ali Khan, Aditya Roy Kapur, Neena Gupta, Anupam Kher, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Ali Fazal, Pankaj Tripathi, and Konkona Sen Sharma, the film is a spiritual successor to Basu's 2007 anthology Life in a... Metro. Eighteen years after the original touched hearts with its portrayal of urban relati ...Read More >
Surat (Gujarat) [India], August 21: KP Group, a leading name in India's renewable energy sector, is stepping up its expansion with a clear goal of reaching 10 GW capacity by 2030. With projects already underway in Gujarat, the Group is working on projects in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, supported by a strong order book and government partnerships. KP Group has signed memoranda of understanding with Gujarat, Odisha, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh for over 2.6 GW of renewable projects, while exploring new opportunities in other states. The Group has already e ...Read More >
Bengaluru, June 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Special Wing of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) will begin its probe into the Chinnaswamy stampede tragedy, which claimed 11 lives on June 4, starting Saturday. Concurrently, the magisterial enquiry by the Deputy Commissioner of Bengaluru Urban district is also progressing. Sources confirmed that the CID probe will be headed by SP Shubanvita and Dy SPs Gowtham and Purushottam were named as investigators. The CID is likely to seek custody of the four arrested accused, who were sent to jail, for questioning on Monday, June 9. The department ha ...Read More >
Guwahati: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday announced that he has requested Union Home Minister Amit Shah to order a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the disappearance of an Indore-based woman in Meghalaya. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, in a public statement, stated that he has already discussed the grave matter with Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! He added that police officials from Madhya Pradesh are in constant communication with their counterparts in the North-Easter ...Read More >
Mumbai: Janhvi Kapoor and Varun Dhawan opened up about the darker side of AI and its misuse at the trailer launch of their upcoming film, 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari'. Raising concern about her fake images on social media, Janhvi said, "When I see on social media there are so many AI images being circulated against my will. You and I can say it's an AI image, but the common man will think, 'Yeh toh yeh pehen ke pohonch gayi (She actually went out wearing this)'." Describing herself as "old school," Janhvi stressed the importance of "preserving human creativity and authenticity in storyte ...Read More >
Global capability centres (GCCs) are set to lease 50-55 million sq ft of Grade A office space across India's top six cities by FY27, contributing nearly 40% to overall demand, as global firms expand R&D and innovation hubs. Global capability centres (GCCs) are projected to incrementally lease 50-55 million square feet (msf) of Grade A office space during FY2026-FY2027, potentially contributing 38-40% to the top six markets' overall office demand, according to a statement by ICRA. These six mark ...Read More >
Grounded in empathy yet unflinching in its gaze, the third season peels back the layers of crime and conscience with remarkable restraint. Even in its darkest moments, 'Delhi Crime Season 3' finds light in human decency. 'Delhi Crime,' Season 3, directed by Tanuj Chopra, began streaming on Netflix from 13th November and stars Shefali Shah, Rajesh Tailang, Rasika Dugal, Anuraag Arora, Jaya Bhattacharya, Sano Di Nesh, and Huma Qureshi. 'Delhi Crime' returns with its third season, and it still car ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 20 (ANI): The first promo of Kunal Kemmu and Manoj Pahwa's upcoming show 'Single Papa' was unveiled on Thursday. The clip shows Kunal's character introducing a baby to his family. Ayesha Raza, and Mismatched's Prajakta Koli are also part of the comedy drama. Sharing the video's link, Netflix on Instagram wrote, "Kya ye family of chaos bann payegi a family of five? Watch Single Papa, out 12 December, only on Netflix." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in) Kunal Kemmu as Gaurav Gehlot, is an "unlikely dad who's equal ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 16 (SocialNews.XYZ)Actor Raghav Juyal, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming streaming show 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood', feels that good values come from one's family. The actor recently spoke with IANS ahead of the release of 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood' in the BKC area of Mumbai, and said in jest that there's a constant tussle between the values taught by the family, and things that a person learns from their friends. The actor spoke highly of the show's director Aryan Khan, the son of Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan. He said that the Khan house has made a fine man o ...Read More >
Netflix has released the grand finale of its animated retelling of the Mahabharata with Kurukshetra Part 2: The Great War of Mahabharata, now streaming from October 24, 2025. The series brings to life the climactic days of the Kurukshetra war between the Pandavas and Kauravas through striking animation and deep moral storytelling. The first part of the series, which premiered on October 10, covered the initial nine days of the 18-day war and ended with the death of Jayadratha. Kurukshetra Part 2 ...Read More >
Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhein Season 2 delves into a mix of crime, love, obsession, and murder. Tahir's portrayal focuses on a man caught in a spiral of danger and desperation. His character reflects the transformation of an ordinary man pushed to the brink by external threats and inner struggles. As the stakes rise and the lines between love and obsession blur, the series unfolds with suspense, emotion, and unexpected twists. Tahir Raj Bhasin opens up on Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhein Season 2; says, "Delivering a hit franchise is truly an amazing feeling" Tahir said, "I'm truly humbled and grateful f ...Read More >
Mumbai Sep 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) The trailer of the highly anticipated movie "Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari" has been unveiled on the 15th of September. The trailer looks nothing short of a grand celebration of love, laughter, and the magic of family entertainment. Set against the vibrant backdrop of a big fat Indian wedding, the trailer gives a peek into a world filled with romance, comedy, and festive sparkle. With a 'shaadi setup' at its heart, the "Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari" promises to bring back the timeless joy of the quintessential family entertainer. The trailer gives a sneak pee ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Over the last few years, India has witnessed an explosive shift from traditional cinema to digital-first storytelling, thanks to the rapid rise of OTT platforms. Among these, Netflix stands at the top, redefining how Indian audiences consume entertainment. From high-quality international blockbusters to groundbreaking Indian originals, Netflix has become the go-to destination for binge-worthy stories, cinematic experiences, and bold experimental content. Today, family audiences, travelers, students, and working professionals all rely on Netflix to discover new genres, trending titl ...Read More >
Naseeruddin Shah, Nana Patekar, Sanjay Kapoor Lead Indian Streamer Amazon MX Player's Most Expansive Slate Yet, Topping 150 Shows for 2026 5 hours ago Netflix has launched Eyeline Studios in Hyderabad, expanding its presence in India with what it describes as a substantial commitment to the country's creative and technical industries, spanning animation, visual effects, gaming and comics. Conceived as Netflix's global production and innovation studio in India, the Hyderabad facility will specia ...Read More >
Kurukshetra: The Great War of Mahabharata is an ambitious Indian 2025 animated mythological series that retells one of India's grandest epics. That makes the blood war of 18 days, the centrepiece of the Mahabharata, come alive through contemporary animation in which it is not just about battles but also emotional turmoil, moral dilemmas and inner wars that rage within its warriors. The goal of the creators is to have it both ways, with big myths and character-driven stories that keep the audience connected. When & Where to Watch Kurukshetra: The Great War of Mahabharata is going to premiere ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 7 (ANI): Netflix and Ektaa R Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms Ltd. have forged a new creative partnership spanning films and series. The deal encompasses content development across multiple formats tailored specifically for streaming audiences. An untitled series is already in advanced stages of development as part of the initial slate, as per Variety. Also Read | 'Chhal Kapat The Deception': Shriya Pilgaonkar Interacts With Women Police Officers for Her Role. The collaboration will be executed through Balaji Telefilms Ltd. and its divisions, including Balaji Mot ...Read More >
New Delhi: Rishab Shetty, who is currently enjoying the success of his recently released film Kantara Chapter 1, visited the sacred Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple in Rameswaram to seek divine blessings. Draped in a traditional red kurta, Shetty was seen performing rituals at the ancient shrine, marking a spiritual pause amid the overwhelming response to the film's release. The visit comes just weeks after Kantara: Chapter 1, a prequel to the 2022 cult hit Kantara, hit theatres to massive acclaim. Also Read | Rishab Shetty Injured During 'Kantara: Chapter 1', Reveals Shooting Climax With Swol ...Read More >
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 28 (ANI): Neeraj Ghaywan's feature film 'Homebound', shot in Madhya Pradesh, won critical acclaim at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, a release said. The film premiered in the renowned "Un Certain Regard" section at Cannes and was the only Indian film to be featured in this prestigious category. Also Read | 'I Will Kill Him': Rapper Emiway Bantai Gets Death Threat and INR 1 Crore Ransom Demand From Gangster Goldy Brar Following Musical Tribute to Late Punjabi Singer Sidhu Moosewala. The screening was met with a standing ovation lasting nine minutes, with i ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 1 (ANI): Double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra found himself in a heartwarming encounter with "a kind-hearted uncle" while strolling down a quiet street in Bengaluru. The unexpected meeting turned into a memorable conversation, showcasing Neeraj's approachable nature and the admiration he garners from fans of all ages. Neeraj Chopra Classic's official Instagram handle posted a heartwarming reel, Also Read | 'Second Birthdate': Sushmita Sen Shares Paralympian Sumit Antil's Inspiring Story on National Doctors' Day (See Post). "Sometimes, the best moments a ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Movie: Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari Stars: 4.5 Director: Shashank Khaitan Cast: Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, Rohit Saraf, Maniesh Paul and Akshay Oberoi Run Time: 2 hours 20 minutes Where to watch: Theatres Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari is a romantic comedy centered around Sunny (Varun Dhawan), a charming but heartbroken man who is rejected by his love Ananya (Sanya Malhotra). At the same time, Tulsi Kumari (Janhvi Kapoor) faces her own rejection from Vikram (Rohit Saraf). In a bid to win back their exes, Sunny and Tulsi team up and pretend to ...Read More >
At the FICCI Frames Silver Jubilee Edition, Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra announced plans to make Delhi a hub for films, tourism, and live entertainment. The government will revive film and events policies, launch the Delhi International Film Festival. Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra attended the FICCI Frames Silver Jubilee Edition, which focused on turning the spotlight on the national capital. He highlighted making Delhi a hub of events and boosting the tourism industry. The roundtable, titled 'Made ...Read More >