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Ent Top Stories: The RajaSaab review; Jana Nayagan not releasing on Pongal 2026

Updated On: 09 January, 2026 07:17 PM IST | Aakruti Bagla

Entertainment Top Stories: End your day with the most happening highlights. It`s time to relax and take a look at the latest news and events.

Entertainment Top Stories: End your day with the most happening highlights. It`s time to relax and take a look at the latest news and events.

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Entertainment Top Stories: End your day with the most happening highlights. It`s time to relax and take a look at the latest news and events.
<p>The hottest couple in town, Tara Sutaria and Veer Pahariya, have allegedly parted ways, according to reports. The news comes just after the couple, who have been dating for less than a year, made headlines for controversy at an AP Dhillon concert. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/bollywood-news/article/tara-sutaria-and-veer-pahariya-quietly-break-up-reports-23611245" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

2/21

The hottest couple in town, Tara Sutaria and Veer Pahariya, have allegedly parted ways, according to reports. The news comes just after the couple, who have been dating for less than a year, made headlines for controversy at an AP Dhillon concert. Read full story here

<p>In the Toxic teaser, Yash`s character has an intimate moment in the car in a cemetery with a woman before a massive explosion takes place around the car. &nbsp;The woman in question has been identified as Beatriz Bach. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/regional-indian-cinema-news/article/toxic-teaser-cemetry-girl-yash-beatriz-bach-geetu-mohandas-23611302"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

3/21

In the Toxic teaser, Yash`s character has an intimate moment in the car in a cemetery with a woman before a massive explosion takes place around the car.  The woman in question has been identified as Beatriz Bach. Read full story here

<p>A month before its theatrical release, the makers of O` Romeo unveiled the first look of Shahid Kapoor in the Vishal Bharadwaj directorial. Shahid&rsquo;s intense look in this first reveal hints at a character that is both menacing and quirky. <strong><a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/bollywood-news/article/blood-soaked-shahid-kapoor-stuns-in-first-look-from-vishal-bhardwaj-o-romeo-23611292" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read full story here</a></strong></p>

4/21

A month before its theatrical release, the makers of O` Romeo unveiled the first look of Shahid Kapoor in the Vishal Bharadwaj directorial. Shahid’s intense look in this first reveal hints at a character that is both menacing and quirky. Read full story here

<p>The RajaSaab is a disappointing outing that may appeal only to die-hard fans, but leaves general audiences wanting more substance and cohesion despite being a stretched attempt. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/regional-indian-cinema-news/article/the-rajasaab-review-horror-comedy-seeks-references-from-bhool-bhulaiyaa-23611310" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

5/21

The RajaSaab is a disappointing outing that may appeal only to die-hard fans, but leaves general audiences wanting more substance and cohesion despite being a stretched attempt. Read full story here

<p>In a major setback, Thalapathy Vijay`s film Jana Nayagan will not be released on Pongal. The film has yet to receive a censor certificate for the film without which they cannot go ahead with release. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/regional-indian-cinema-news/article/thalapathy-vijay-jana-nayagan-not-release-for-pongal-next-hearing-on-jan-21-23611318" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

6/21

In a major setback, Thalapathy Vijay`s film Jana Nayagan will not be released on Pongal. The film has yet to receive a censor certificate for the film without which they cannot go ahead with release. Read full story here

<p>Prince Narula trended online after a fake arrest video went viral, alarming fans. The clip sparked debate before being debunked. Prince later clarified the footage was from a brand shoot, confirming there was no real arrest. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/television-news/article/prince-narula-clarifies-the-viral-arrest-video-was-from-a-brand-shoot-23611178" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

7/21

Prince Narula trended online after a fake arrest video went viral, alarming fans. The clip sparked debate before being debunked. Prince later clarified the footage was from a brand shoot, confirming there was no real arrest. Read full story here

<p>Yash`s first look from his upcoming film Toxic: A Fairytale For Grown-Ups, has been revealed on his birthday. Sharing a two-and-a-half-minute-long video, the makers introduced him as Raya through a powerful, bold, and high-impact announcement. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/regional-indian-cinema-news/article/yash-introduced-as-raya-in-toxic-a-fairytale-for-grown-ups-on-birthday-23611112" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

8/21

Yash`s first look from his upcoming film Toxic: A Fairytale For Grown-Ups, has been revealed on his birthday. Sharing a two-and-a-half-minute-long video, the makers introduced him as Raya through a powerful, bold, and high-impact announcement. Read full story here

<p>The makers of The RajaSaab hosted a grand pre-release party in Hyderabad, offering an immersive look into the film&rsquo;s expansive horror-fantasy world. Starring Prabhas, the pan-India film is set to release on January 9, 2025. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/regional-indian-cinema-news/article/prabhas-the-rajasaab-team-hold-pre-release-party-on-grand-40000-square-feet-sets-23611110" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

9/21

The makers of The RajaSaab hosted a grand pre-release party in Hyderabad, offering an immersive look into the film’s expansive horror-fantasy world. Starring Prabhas, the pan-India film is set to release on January 9, 2025. Read full story here

<p>The Indian Motion Picture Producers&rsquo; Association (IMPPA) has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene to help secure Dhurandhar`s release in the Gulf region.<strong> <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/bollywood-news/article/film-body-asks-pm-modi-to-help-lift-ban-on-dhurandhar-in-gulf-countries-23611135" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read full story here</a></strong></p>

10/21

The Indian Motion Picture Producers’ Association (IMPPA) has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene to help secure Dhurandhar`s release in the Gulf region. Read full story here

<p>Vedang Raina and Khushi Kapoor, who sparked dating rumours during The Archies shoot, have reportedly called it quits. Neither has confirmed their relationship, and the reason for their breakup remains unknown. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/bollywood-news/article/khushi-kapoor-and-vedang-raina-breakup-after-dating-for-2-years-reports-23611174" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

11/21

Vedang Raina and Khushi Kapoor, who sparked dating rumours during The Archies shoot, have reportedly called it quits. Neither has confirmed their relationship, and the reason for their breakup remains unknown. Read full story here

<p>Riteish Deshmukh, Aftab Shivdasani, and Vivek Oberoi-starrer Mastiii 4 has landed in legal trouble as a content creator RJ Ashish Sharma has accused the film of plagiarism. He claimed that a scene from the film was copied from one of his reels. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/bollywood-news/article/mastiii-4-accused-of-plagiarism-as-content-creator-moves-delhi-hc-23610992" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

12/21

Riteish Deshmukh, Aftab Shivdasani, and Vivek Oberoi-starrer Mastiii 4 has landed in legal trouble as a content creator RJ Ashish Sharma has accused the film of plagiarism. He claimed that a scene from the film was copied from one of his reels. Read full story here

<p>The Madras High Court has reserved its order on a plea seeking a UA 16+ censor certificate for Vijay&rsquo;s Jana Nayagan.A delayed verdict from the Madras HC will now indefinitely delay the film`s release. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/regional-indian-cinema-news/article/madras-hc-reserves-verdict-in-jana-nayagan-vs-cbfc-matter-what-does-it-mean-for-thalapathy-vijay-23611023" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

13/21

The Madras High Court has reserved its order on a plea seeking a UA 16+ censor certificate for Vijay’s Jana Nayagan.A delayed verdict from the Madras HC will now indefinitely delay the film`s release. Read full story here

<p>Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif embraced parenthood on 7th November. Two months after welcoming their baby boy, they have shared first glimpse of him and revealed his name, Vihaan Kaushal. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/bollywood-news/article/vicky-kaushal-katrina-kaif-name-their-baby-boy-vihaan-our-world-is-changed-23611009#google_vignette" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

14/21

Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif embraced parenthood on 7th November. Two months after welcoming their baby boy, they have shared first glimpse of him and revealed his name, Vihaan Kaushal. Read full story here

<p>Yash revealed he will not meet fans on his 40th birthday this year as he is busy completing the shoot of Toxic. Sharing a heartfelt note, the actor promised to make it up to his fans soon. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/regional-indian-cinema-news/article/yash-skips-birthday-fan-meet-as-he-wraps-up-toxic-shoot-23611025" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

15/21

Yash revealed he will not meet fans on his 40th birthday this year as he is busy completing the shoot of Toxic. Sharing a heartfelt note, the actor promised to make it up to his fans soon. Read full story here

<p>On its fifth Tuesday (Day 33), Dhurandhar reached an India net total of Rs 831.40 crore, marking a new milestone for the Hindi film industry. The film has crossed the lifetime collection of Allu Arjun`s blockbuster Pushpa 2 and become highest grossing Hindi film. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/bollywood-news/article/dhurandhar-box-office-ranveer-singhs-film-beats-allu-arjuns-pushpa-2-23610988" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

16/21

On its fifth Tuesday (Day 33), Dhurandhar reached an India net total of Rs 831.40 crore, marking a new milestone for the Hindi film industry. The film has crossed the lifetime collection of Allu Arjun`s blockbuster Pushpa 2 and become highest grossing Hindi film. Read full story here

<p>Prabhas&rsquo; The Raja Saab, directed by Maruthi, received a U/A 16 above certificate from the CBFC after two scenes, a beheading and a bloody floor sequence, were modified. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/regional-indian-cinema-news/article/prabhas-the-raja-saab-passes-cbfc-with-cuts-beheading-scene-removed-23610863" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

17/21

Prabhas’ The Raja Saab, directed by Maruthi, received a U/A 16 above certificate from the CBFC after two scenes, a beheading and a bloody floor sequence, were modified. Read full story here

<p>The makers of Thalapathy Vijay&rsquo;s farewell film Jana Nayagan have approached the Madras High Court seeking urgent intervention as the CBFC is yet to issue the censor certificate ahead of the film&rsquo;s January 9 release. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/regional-indian-cinema-news/article/cbfc-delay-stalls-vijay-last-film-jana-nayagan-producers-approach-madras-hc-23610829" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

18/21

The makers of Thalapathy Vijay’s farewell film Jana Nayagan have approached the Madras High Court seeking urgent intervention as the CBFC is yet to issue the censor certificate ahead of the film’s January 9 release. Read full story here

<p>Rukmini Vasanth joins Yash&rsquo;s Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups as Mellisa, a poised and commanding presence set in a dark, ambitious cinematic universe. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the film continues to build anticipation. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/regional-indian-cinema-news/article/rukmini-vasanth-first-look-as-melissa-in-toxic-a-fairy-tale-for-grown-ups-unveiled-23610809" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

19/21

Rukmini Vasanth joins Yash’s Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups as Mellisa, a poised and commanding presence set in a dark, ambitious cinematic universe. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the film continues to build anticipation. Read full story here

<p>Mumbai&rsquo;s worsening air pollution has begun affecting actor Hina Khan, who revealed suffering from constant coughing and breathlessness, forcing her to stay indoors. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/television-news/article/hina-khan-struggles-with-cough-and-breathlessness-due-to-mumbai-alarming-aqi-23610822" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

20/21

Mumbai’s worsening air pollution has begun affecting actor Hina Khan, who revealed suffering from constant coughing and breathlessness, forcing her to stay indoors. Read full story here

<p>Dating rumours around Kartik Aaryan surfaced after similar Goa vacation photos went viral. The woman linked to the actor dismissed the speculation, firmly stating she is not his girlfriend. <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/bollywood-news/article/kartik-aaryan-rumoured-girlfriend-karina-kubiliute-reacts-to-dating-buzz-23610867" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Read full story here</strong></a></p>

21/21

Dating rumours around Kartik Aaryan surfaced after similar Goa vacation photos went viral. The woman linked to the actor dismissed the speculation, firmly stating she is not his girlfriend. Read full story here

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A photographer holds up the lights during a photo session by the Madh Island seashore. PIC/NIMESH DAVE

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