Day: October 20, 2026

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OTT’s New Battle: Winning India’s Time, Not Just 2026’s Screens

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 20: India’s entertainment industry has learnt an inconvenient truth: audiences do not run out of things to watch; they run out of patience deciding what deserves their time. This week, OTT streaming platforms are responding with a fresh slate of crime dramas, regional-language films, returning international series and mythology-led animation. The […]

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Jon Stewart extends his The Daily Show contract through 2028

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 20: In television, a contract extension is usually a reason to celebrate. When the person signing it makes a living mocking politicians, billionaires, and powerful institutions, however, the paperwork can become a story of its own. Jon Stewart will continue hosting The Daily Show every Monday through December 2028, while remaining […]

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Lifestyle

Viral Beach Reel Raises Questions About Child Safety and Social Media

New Delhi [India], October 20: Heading to the beach is supposed to be all about unwinding, hanging out with family, and making memories. But lately, social media’s become the main event. A video that blew up on Instagram is a perfect example. It’s got everyone talking about how easy it is to forget the real […]

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Lifestyle

Building Beyond Boundaries: Ajeet Singh’s Journey with 7 Ocean

Gurugram (Haryana) [India], October 20: Every entrepreneurial journey has a starting point, but not every journey follows a straight line. For Ajeet Singh, the path from a small village in Alwar, Rajasthan, to building a premium fitness and wellness business in Gurugram has been defined by professional reinvention, calculated risks and an evolving understanding of […]

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Lifestyle

Kashmir-Born Cricket Commentator Ashiq Amin Shah Is Turning Heads; A Major Breakthrough Could Be on the Horizon

New Delhi [India], October 20: With an unmistakable voice, exceptional cricketing intelligence and a remarkable eye for emerging talent, Ashiq Amin Shah is steadily building a reputation as one of the distinctive voices to watch in cricket commentary. A compelling new name is attracting attention in cricketing circles, and his journey from Kashmir to the […]

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Apsara Rani Breaks Her Glamorous Image with a Challenging Role in Bollywood Debut Lohitaksha

The actress, known for her glamorous roles in South cinema, will be seen in a refreshing new avatar opposite Siddhant Issar in Bhupindarra’s psychological thriller. Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 20: Actress Apsara Rani, who has made her mark in the Odia film industry and appeared in Telugu and Tamil films, is all set to make […]

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Hollywood’s $110 Billion Merger Has One Big Test: The Audience

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 20: Hollywood has spent years persuading viewers to subscribe to more streaming platforms. Now, one of its biggest corporate combinations is attempting to make that fragmented entertainment landscape more manageable—while building a business large enough to compete with Netflix, Disney and the technology companies reshaping television. On October 6, 2026, Paramount […]

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Lifestyle

Amid ICC Sanctions, Expert Says India Can Bridge Divide on International Justice

New Delhi [India], October 20: The United States has imposed new sanctions on the International Criminal Court, restricting certain transactions and services involving the institution. India, though not an ICC member, could help protect the Court’s practical functioning by engaging with its Assembly of States Parties as a non-party state, while continuing to raise concerns […]

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The Legend of Hanuman Season 7: Why Mythology Continues to Find an OTT Audience

New Delhi [India], October 20: Indian mythology isn’t fading out it’s just finding new ways to reach people. Animated shows have jumped in as one of the main vehicles for this, and The Legend of Hanuman is proof. The show returns for its seventh season on October 23, 2026, streaming only on JioHotstar, right when […]

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Bollywood Is Rethinking Diwali: One Big Hit Or Several Smaller Wins?

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 20: For years, Diwali was the sort of date Bollywood treated like prime real estate. Get a major film into theatres, attach a recognisable star, add a festive marketing campaign, and hope audiences arrive with family, friends, and a generous appetite for popcorn. The only problem? Everyone else had the same […]

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