Osmania University panel members vandalised actor Allu Arjun’s Jubilee Hills residence in Hyderabad, demanding ₹1 crore compensation for a stampede victim’s family. The incident happened on Sunday while the actor was not home. Protesters damaged property, including flower pots, before police arrested eight members of the university’s Joint Action Committee. The protest followed the death of a woman in a stampede at the premiere of Arjun's movie Pushpa 2. The actor denied allegations of attending the event without police permission and called the accusations "false and humiliating." A case has been registered against him and others involved.

Amazon Prime Video will restrict password sharing in India starting January 2025. Subscribers can log in on a maximum of five devices, including only two TVs. Currently, users can log in to up to ten devices without restrictions. The change aims to align with global practices, following Netflix's steps. Amazon also announced that ads will be shown during TV shows and movies for all users. However, a new ad-free subscription tier will soon be introduced. Prime Video says its ads will be fewer compared to regular TV. The annual Prime membership in India costs ₹1,499, with other budget options available.

Rashmika Mandanna addressed the controversy surrounding Pushpa 2’s song "Peelings," admitting she was initially uncomfortable with its choreography. Known for her phobia of being lifted, Rashmika shared that the song challenged her physically and mentally but credited trust in her director and co-actor for overcoming her fears. She emphasized her commitment to diverse roles, saying, "I like to challenge myself and entertain others." Despite mixed reactions to the choreography, Pushpa 2 continues to dominate the box office, surpassing ₹1,500 Cr globally. However, legal issues arose after a tragic stampede during the film's premiere resulted in a woman’s death.

Blake Lively has filed a lawsuit against her It Ends with Us co-star and director, Justin Baldoni, accusing him of sexual harassment. Lively claims Baldoni made inappropriate comments about weight, sexual topics, and showed explicit images during production. She also accused him of manipulating her reputation after she set boundaries. Lively’s lawsuit, which seeks damages for emotional distress, alleges that Sony Pictures approved her requests but Baldoni continued harmful behavior. Baldoni’s lawyer has denied the accusations, calling them false. The case is ongoing, with no public comment from the involved parties yet.

Allu Arjun's "Pushpa 2: The Rule," directed by Sukumar, has set new records, surpassing ₹1000 crore nett in India within 16 days. The film, starring Rashmika Mandanna and Fahadh Faasil, earned ₹725.80 crore in its first week and ₹264.80 crore in the second week, with ₹632.50 crore coming from its Hindi release alone. Globally, the blockbuster grossed over ₹1500 crore in 14 days and is now aiming for ₹2000 crore. Producers confirmed the film will remain in theaters for 56 days before its OTT release. "Pushpa 2" is on track to outshine "Baahubali 2" and "Dangal."

Oscar-winning filmmaker Christopher Nolan and producer Emma Thomas received knighthood and damehood respectively from King Charles III during a ceremony at Buckingham Palace on Wednesday. The royal family celebrated their achievements on social media, stating, “Arise, Sir Christopher Nolan and Dame Emma Thomas!” Known for their partnership on iconic films like The Dark Knight trilogy and Oppenheimer, the duo was recognized for their outstanding contributions to cinema. Nolan, who won his first Best Director Oscar for Oppenheimer earlier this year, has been collaborating with Thomas since 1997, producing numerous blockbusters.

A fire broke out on December 21 at the set of the upcoming Netflix K-drama East Palace, starring Nam Joo Hyuk, Roh Yoon Seo, and Cho Seung Woo. The fire started early in the morning at the filming location in Yeoncheon-gun, South Korea. Firefighters responded quickly, containing the blaze within two hours. No one was on set at the time, and no injuries were reported. However, a building and some equipment were damaged. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and it remains unclear how this will affect the show’s production schedule.

The ultra HD version of Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun, has been leaked online just 15 days after its release. The sequel to the 2021 hit has already earned ₹1,508 crore globally but faced challenges, including a temporary halt of screenings in North Indian theatres due to disputes with PVR INOX. The issue was later resolved. Meanwhile, Allu Arjun was recently arrested in connection with a woman’s death at a theatre event. He was granted interim bail. Despite piracy and controversies, the film continues to break records, becoming the highest-grossing Hindi-language film with ₹600 crore earnings in two weeks.

Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2: The Rule earned ₹600 crore in Hindi and ₹1,508 crore globally but faced removal from PVR INOX theatres in North India over a dispute. Trade analyst Manobala Vijayabalan reported the disagreement but later confirmed its resolution. Theatres gradually resumed screening. Meanwhile, Allu Arjun was arrested after a stampede during a Hyderabad screening led to a woman's death. He was sent to 14-day custody but received 4-week interim bail on a ₹50,000 bond. Fans continue to celebrate the blockbuster despite controversies surrounding its release and promotional events.

Sukumar's Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil, has shattered box office records, grossing ₹1508 crore worldwide within 14 days. Released on December 5, the multilingual film achieved unprecedented milestones, crossing ₹1000 crore in just one week and ₹1400 crore by day 11. The film is now the fastest Indian movie to surpass ₹1500 crore globally. Actor-politician Khushbu Sundar praised the performances, calling Allu Arjun’s portrayal of Pushpa Raj “extraordinary” and lauding the entire team's dedication. The movie explores the life of red sandalwood smuggler Pushpa Raj and his conflicts with law enforcement.