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Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa Welcome Their Baby Girl On Their Fourth Wedding Anniversary 'Greatest Blessing' Read Here!
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Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa Welcome Their Baby Girl On Their Fourth Wedding Anniversary ‘Greatest Blessing’ Read Here!

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Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa have officially joined Bollywood’s 2025 parents club as they welcomed their first baby. The couple became proud parents to a baby girl on November 15, 2025, a date that also marks their fourth wedding anniversary, making the celebration even more special. They shared the joyful news with fans, who flooded the comment section with love and congratulations. As they embark on this beautiful new chapter, the new parents are glowing with happiness, and admirers eagerly await more updates about their little one. The family’s announcement has warmed hearts across social media today for many happy fans.

Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa became parents on their fourth wedding anniversary

Happiness surrounds Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa as they celebrate their fourth wedding anniversary on November 15, 2025. The occasion became even more meaningful when the couple welcomed their first child on the same day, turning their celebration into a double blessing. Rajkummar and Patralekhaa shared the joyous news with fans through a heartfelt joint Instagram post. They described the arrival of their little one as the most beautiful gift they could ever receive, marking a new and unforgettable chapter in their lives. 

Their families joined them in celebrating the moment. “The greatest blessing God has given us on our 4th wedding anniversary.” The caption featured red heart and joined-arms emojis, symbolising love and gratitude. Their post also showcased a graphic card showing a pink unicorn pulling a delicate pink carriage, accompanied by soft pink text. Together, these elements created a charming, whimsical visual that highlighted the couple’s affectionate message beautifully and warmth.

“WE ARE OVER THE MOON GOD HAS BLESSED US WITH A BABY GIRL BLESSED PARENTS PATRALEKHAA AND RAJKUMMAR.”

Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa’s Pregnancy Reveal Earns the Same Love as Their Baby’s Arrival

Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa revealed their pregnancy four months before welcoming their baby girl in July 2025. They shared the news on social media with a post titled “Baby on the way,” featuring a graphic of a baby cradle and the caption “Elated.” Fans and celebrities like Farah Khan, Sonam Kapoor, Huma Qureshi, and Bhumi Pednekar showered them with love and congratulations.

Bollywood couples Rajkumar Rao and Patralekhaa

Following their pregnancy announcement, Rajkummar and Patralekhaa shared their joy about stepping into parenthood during an interview with Hindustan Times. The Stree actor said he and his wife were thrilled about this new chapter and reflected on their 15 years together. Both admitted the reality of becoming parents still felt surreal. Patralekhaa added that although she felt tired, the news hadn’t completely sunk in. Rajkummar said: 

“We are absolutely thrilled, to be honest. We feel like a lot of our friends, who are parents, have been telling us that this is going to be the best phase of your life. So, we are looking forward to it, and it is still sinking in. Every day is a new day. We have known each other for 15 years. We have grown up together. So, we are still sometimes like, ‘what, actually, this is happening. We’re going to be parents.’”

Rajkummar Rao & Patralekhaa: Their Journey Together

Rajkumar Rao and Patralekhaa wedding pic

Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa first met in 2010 during a work project and began dating the following year. They later collaborated on their debut film, City Lights, in 2014. Despite a brief early breakup, they reunited and continued to support each other personally and professionally. After over a decade together, they married in an intimate Chandigarh ceremony on November 15, 2021. Now, the couple is ready to embrace a new chapter as parents to their little princess.

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Keerthy Suresh is the new UNICEF India's celebrity advocate for child rights: ‘Children are our greatest responsibility’
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Keerthy Suresh is the new UNICEF India’s celebrity advocate for child rights: ‘Children are our greatest responsibility’

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In a moment of pride, actor Keerthy Suresh has been appointed as the Celebrity Advocate for UNICEF India. Known for working across Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi cinema, the National Award-winning actor will further join the movement to champion the rights of children with UNICEF.

Actor Keerthy Suresh has been appointed as UNICEF India’s Celebrity Advocate, aiming to champion children’s rights and mental health.

Keerthy Suresh will talk about children’s mental health

She will not only lend her voice and influence to advance children’s and adolescents’ mental health and well-being, along with other key child rights priorities, but will also help to build greater awareness and action for every child.

Keerthy, who has been recognised for her nuanced portrayal of strong women, has consistently reflected her belief in gender equality, empowerment, and social change through her films.

UNICEF India Representative Cynthia McCaffrey acknowledged the actor’s profound connection with audiences, which she believes will provide a powerful and inspiring platform to advocate for children’s rights and well-being.

“As UNICEF India’s Celebrity Advocate, she brings passion and influence to our shared mission to reach every child, every young person – especially the most vulnerable – with the quality support and services they need to be safe, healthy and equipped to pursue their dreams,” she added, as per a press release.

Keerthy talks about the initiative

The Baby John actor also opened up about her latest initiative and shared, “Children are our greatest responsibility and our greatest hope. I have always believed that nurturing, loving care builds the foundation for children to develop the social and emotional skills they need to lead happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives. I am honoured to join hands with UNICEF India to raise awareness and inspire action so that every child, regardless of background or ability, can thrive.”

On the work front, Keerthy will be next seen in the upcoming Telugu film, ‘Revolver Rita’. Written and directed by JK. Chandru, the film features Keerthy Suresh, Radhika Sarathkumar, Super Subbarayan, Sunil, Ajay Ghosh, Redin Kingsley, and John Vijay among others.

Revolver Rita will hit theatres on November 28. (ANI)

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Cat Power Revisits 'The Greatest' With New EP
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Cat Power Revisits ‘The Greatest’ With New EP

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Cat Power is honoring the impending 20th birthday of her beloved album The Greatest with a three-song EP, Redux, which will arrive Jan. 23 digitally and on 10-inch vinyl from Domino. The lead track is a newly recorded cover of James Brown’s “Try Me” featuring the Dirty Delta Blues band from the original tour in support of The Greatest.

Those musicians include Jon Spencer Blues Explosion guitarist Judah Bauer, Delta 72 keyboardist Gregg Foreman, bassist Erik Paparozzi and Dirty Three drummer Jim White. They re-teamed for the Redux sessions with Cat Power’s Chan Marshall at Church House Studios in Austin, Texas, and were joined by The Greatest producer/engineer Stuart Sikes.

The EP is rounded out by a cover of Prince’s “Nothing Compares 2 U” in tribute to legendary late soul guitarist and The Greatest contributor Teenie Hodges, plus an updated take on album track “Could We” that more resembles how it was performed on the supporting tour.

“Marshall once suggested that her sad songs might be seen as triumphant for how their acceptance of sorrow could create strength,” SPIN wrote in its contemporaneous review of The Greatest. “That’s the definition of soul music. Her title track might refer to a boxer (a city? a nation? a singer?) who ‘wanted to be the greatest’ until ‘the rush of the flood’ changed everything. Read it as literally as you like. Either way, the point is that there can be honor in owning up to your failures, your shame. In present-day America, that’s a radical concept.”

Marshall will perform The Greatest in its entirety on an extensive 2006 tour, which begins Feb. 12 in Houston. Presale tickets will be available this week.

Here are Cat Power’s tour dates:

FEBRUARY 2026

12 – Houston, TX – White Oak Music Hall (Downstairs)
13 – Austin, TX – ACL Live at The Moody Theater
15 – Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren
16 – San Diego, CA – The Observatory North Park
17 – Los Angeles, CA – Orpheum Theatre Los Angeles
18 – San Francisco, CA – Fox Theatre
20 – Seattle, WA – Paramount Theatre
21 – Portland, OR – Revolution Hall
22 – Portland, OR – Revolution Hall
23 – Vancouver, BC – Commodore Ballroom
26 – Minneapolis, MN – First Avenue
27 – Chicago, IL – Riviera Theatre
28 – Detroit, MI – Saint Andrew’s Hall

MARCH 2026

1 – Toronto, ON – History
3 – Kingston, NY – Ulster Performing Arts Center
4 – Boston, MA – Roadrunner
6 – Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Steel
7 – New York, NY – Webster Hall
8 – Philadelphia, PA – Union Transfer
10 – Washington, DC – 9:30 Club
12 – Atlanta, GA – The Eastern
13 – Asheville, NC – The Orange Peel
14 – Nashville, TN – Brooklyn Bowl Nashville

OCTOBER 2026

7 – Helsinki, Finland – House of Culture
9 – Stockholm, Sweden – Fållan
10 – Oslo, Norway – Sentrum Scene
11 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Vega
12 – Hamburg, Germany – Docks
14 – Warsaw, Poland – Stodola
15 – Berlin, Germany – Huxleys Neue Welt
17 – Cologne, Germany – Live Music Hall
19 – Vienna, Austria – Wiener Konzerthaus
20 – Munich, Germany – Muffathalle
21 – Strasbourg, France – La Laiterie
23 – Lausanne, Switzerland – Les Docks
24 – Lyon, France – Le Radiant
25 – Toulouse, France – Le Bikini
26 – Rennes, France – Le MeM
28 – Antwerp, Belgium – De Roma
29 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Paradiso
30 – Luxembourg City, Luxembourg – Philharmonie Luxembourg
31 – Paris, France – Salle Pleyel

NOVEMBER 2026

2 – Bristol, UK – Bristol Beacon
3 – London, UK – Roundhouse
4 – Manchester, UK – Albert Hall
5 – Glasgow, UK – Barrowland
7 – Dublin, Ireland – Vicar Street

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Cat Power Announces The Greatest Anniversary Tour and New EP, Shares Song: Listen
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Cat Power Announces The Greatest Anniversary Tour and New EP, Shares Song: Listen

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Cat Power:

02-12 Houston, TX – White Oak Music Hall
02-13 Austin, TX – ACL Live at the Moody Theater
02-15 Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren
02-16 San Diego, CA – The Observatory North Park
02-17 Los Angeles, CA – Orpheum Theatre Los Angeles
02-18 San Francisco, CA – Fox Theatre
02-20 Seattle, WA – Paramount Theatre
02-21 Portland, OR – Revolution Hall
02-22 Portland, OR – Revolution Hall
02-23 Vancouver, British Columbia – Commodore Ballroom
02-26 Minneapolis, MN – First Avenue
02-27 Chicago, IL – Riviera Theatre
02-28 Detroit, MI – Saint Andrew’s Hall
03-01 Toronto, Ontario – History
03-03 Kingston, NY – Ulster Performing Arts Center
03-04 Boston, MA – Roadrunner
03-06 Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Steel
03-07 New York, NY – Webster Hall
03-08 Philadelphia, PA – Union Transfer
03-10 Washington, D.C. – 9:30 Club
03-12 Atlanta, GA – The Eastern
03-13 Asheville, NC – The Orange Peel
03-14 Nashville, TN – Brooklyn Bowl Nashville
10-07 Helsinki, Finland – House of Culture
10-09 Stockholm, Sweden – Fållan
10-10 Oslo, Norway – Sentrum Scene
10-11 Copenhagen, Denmark – Vega
10-12 Hamburg, Germany – Docks
10-14 Warsaw, Poland – Stodola
10-15 Berlin, Germany – Huxleys Neue Welt
10-17 Cologne, Germany – Live Music Hall
10-19 Vienna, Austria – Wiener Konzerthaus
10-20 Munich, Germany – Muffathalle
10-21 Strasbourg, France – La Laiterie
10-23 Lausanne, Switzerland – Les Docks
10-24 Lyon, France – Le Radiant
10-25 Toulouse, France – Le Bikini
10-26 Rennes, France – Le MeM
10-28 Antwerp, Belgium – De Roma
10-29 Amsterdam, Netherlands – Paradiso
10-30 Luxembourg City, Luxembourg – Philharmonie Luxembourg
10-31 Paris, France – Salle Pleyel
11-02 Bristol, England – Bristol Beacon
11-03 London, England – Roundhouse
11-04 Manchester, England – Albert Hall
11-05 Glasgow, Scotland – Barrowland
11-07 Dublin, Ireland – Vicar Street

Cat Power: The Greatest Tour

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"One of the greatest frontmen to ever grace a stage”
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“One of the greatest frontmen to ever grace a stage”

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Tributes have come in as Andrew Metcalfe, the singer of Sound Of Guns, has died.

The band were formed by Metcalfe, alongside Lee Glynn, Nathan Crowley, John Coley, and Simon Finley in Liverpool in 2008 and released two albums: 2010’s ‘What Came From Fire’ and 2012’s ‘Angels and Enemies’.

Last night (Wednesday October 29), the band took to social media to share a heartfelt statement, confirming news of the frontman’s passing.

“Today, we are heartbroken. We’re sad to say that our friend, brother, and frontman of Sound of Guns, Andrew Metcalfe, has sadly passed away. First and foremost, our love and thoughts go out to his family at this terribly sad time. We love you,” they wrote.

The band went on to describe Metcalfe as “one of the greatest frontmen to ever grace a stage”, and added: “His presence was unmatched, his songwriting was incredible and his voice was one of a kind. A true artist, performer, lyricist, and just a genuinely lovely man.”

While they did not disclose the cause of death, his bandmates did say that they “take solace in the fact that his music and lyrics touched so many of you”, and said that “the tributes and stories we have read are simply beautiful”.

Countless fans have taken to social media to share tributes to Metcalfe too.“Rest in Peace Andy Metcalfe. Easily one of the best frontmen & voices of his era God only knows how Sound of Guns weren’t massive,” one wrote. “Thoughts and love to family, friends, fans & ex band-members”.

“This is gut wrenching news. An incredible frontman and one of a kind voice. Such a loss,” wrote another on X/Twitter, while a third shared: “Very sad. Loved both their albums.”

“Such sad news. Thoughts with the family. Sound of Guns were such a great band, that debut album, was class. Loved belting out ‘Architects’,” another fan of the band shared on X, while someone else agreed, describing his voice as “a beacon of hope in a sometimes dark world”.

Responding to Sound Of Guns’ post on X, a fan responded: “So sad. Only saw you play live once but absolutely blew me away. He was a genuine rock star with a fantastic voice and blistering stage presence. Will be much missed. RIP Andrew. My condolences to you all.”

Find more tributes to Metcalfe below.

Sound Of Guns went on a permanent hiatus in 2013. During their time together they performed at the likes of Glastonbury, Latitude Festival, BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend, and more, as well as playing four of their songs at Maida Vale Studios for BBC Radio 1.

In 2016 they also saw a new wave of recognition when British Astronaut Tim Peake played ‘Antartica’ while orbiting Earth, and the members told Apple Music that it was one of the “most memorable” moments of their career.

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From Hero to Escape: Enrique Iglesias stuns Mumbai with his greatest hits on India return after 2012

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Singer-songwriter Enrique Iglesias’ return to India this week felt like a long-awaited reunion — a little older, a little rougher around the edges, but still effortlessly charming. The Spanish pop superstar took the stage at Mumbai’s MMRDA Grounds for two sold-out nights on October 29 and 30 as part of his global tour, marking his first performance in the country since 2012.

Enrique Iglesias last performed in India in 2012

For fans who grew up with his music, this was a night built on nostalgia and singalongs. Enrique rolled through a slew of his biggest hits — Bailamos, Escape, Hero, and Be With You — each met with thunderous applause. The crowd sang every lyric as if no time had passed, and when he paused midway through Hero, they took over entirely. A smiling Enrique folded his hands, said Namaste, and let the audience carry the chorus.

Adding to the fun, he slipped in a playful Indian touch — teasing the intro of Panjabi MC’s global hit Mundian Tu Bach Ke Rahi before segueing into his next number.

That said, it wasn’t Enrique at his most flawless. His vocals occasionally wavered, the smooth tone that once defined his performances sometimes sounding stretched. But it hardly mattered. For the little over an hour that he was on stage, his charisma and warmth kept the audience hooked.

Midway through, Enrique reminisced about his first trip to India in 2004, earning loud cheers from fans who had followed his journey ever since. That sense of shared memory carried through the evening — this wasn’t just a concert, it was a celebration of everything his music meant to a generation.

Among those soaking in the nostalgia were Bollywood stars Malaika Arora, Rakul Preet Singh, Jackky Bhagnani, Sonal Chauhan and Pragya Jaiswal among others, who were spotted dancing and singing along to several of Enrique’s songs.

In a progressive move, the organisers had also dedicated a section for persons with disabilities (PWD), ensuring they could enjoy the show comfortably. It was heartening to see fans in that section singing and waving along with everyone else — a telling sign that India is getting serious about improving its concert infrastructure.

It was clear that Enrique’s return wasn’t just about revisiting old hits — it was about rekindling a shared history between him and audience. Even without his vocal perfection, his sincerity and stage presence carried the night. For fans who had waited years to see him again, the concert was less a performance and more a reminder of why his music still resonates across generations.

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Kurukshetra's Powerful Dialogues: A Deep Dive Into Mahabharata's Greatest Moments | Glamsham.com
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Kurukshetra’s Powerful Dialogues: A Deep Dive Into Mahabharata’s Greatest Moments | Glamsham.com

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Netflix launched the official trailer of its upcoming animated show ‘Kurukshetra’, an epic retelling of the Mahabharata, which is set to be released on October 10, 2025.

The show promises a new and emotionally authentic retelling of India’s greatest epic based on the hidden personal stories behind the mythic war.

Directed by Tipping Point and written by Anu Sikka, Kurukshetra translates the vision of 18 prominent warriors who battle during the legendary battle of Kurukshetra. Unlike traditional interpretations, this adaptation delves deep into the inner, moral, and psychological dilemmas each character goes through. One prevalent theme is repeated in Lord Krishna’s ominous line during the trailer: “Iss yuddh mein na koi mitra hai, na koi shatru” (This war has no friends or enemies), borrowing a tone of story where goodness becomes interwoven with selfish desire and allegiance.

Directed and written by Ujaan Ganguly, the series sheds light on defining moments in the epic — Arjuna’s internal conflict, Draupadi’s vow for justice, Duryodhan’s thirst for power, and Bhishma Pitamah’s timeless wisdom. It paints a layered picture of family betrayal, duty, and destiny, offering viewers a deeper understanding of the characters and the cost of dharma (righteousness).

Also Read: 18 Days of War, 18 Epic Storylines! Kurukshetra Trailer Drops, and It’s a Must-Watch

The animation is handled by Hitech Animation, giving rich stylized visuals to the storytelling. Adding poetic depth to the series is the veteran lyricist Gulzar with his poignant lyrics, complementing the emotional value of the show.

Kurukshetra is a bold new take on animated Indian storytelling, hoping to draw in young viewers as well as epic fans alike. The series will be available only on Netflix from October 10, inviting viewers to see the Mahabharata like never before — as narrated by its warriors.

“Mahabharat ek aise mahayudh ki kahaani hain jab saara Bharat…dharm aur karm ka faisla karne ke liye ek jagah jama ho gaya tha”
"hastinapur ki bhumi hame pranon se bhi priy hain....aur pandavon ko iska ek ansh bhi chahiye toh ladhkar lena hoga"
“Hastinapur ki bhumi hame pranon se bhi priy hain….aur Pandavon ko iska ek ansh bhi chahiye toh ladhkar lena hoga”
"duryodhan atarth main...iss sinhasan ka ek martra uttar adhikari hain"
“Duryodhan atarth main…iss sinhasan ka ek martra uttar adhikari hain”
"hamara rajya hamara....kaurav apne vachan se mukhar gaye..hum nahi"
“Hamara Rajya hamara….Kaurav apne vachan se mukhar gaye..hum nahi”
"yeh toh saara mera hi parivaar hain...keshav...yeh bandhu, pitamah bhishm, guru dron...main yeh yudh nahi ladd sakta hain"
“Yeh toh saara mera hi parivaar hain…Keshav…Yeh bandhu, Pitamah Bhishm, Guru Dron…Main yeh yudh nahi ladd sakta hain”
"yaha naa koi mitra hain..naa shatru..karm karo parth...shastra uthao...iss yudh mein dharm tumhare saath hai"
“Yaha naa koi mitra hain..naa shatru..karm karo Parth…Shastra uthao…iss yudh mein dharm tumhare saath hai”
"dharm..adharm inka sabko vichar hain...kisi ek ko bhi mere khule kesho ka kaaran yaad hain"
“Dharm..Adharm inka sabko vichar hain…kisi ek ko bhi mere khule kesho ka kaaran yaad hain”
"draupadi ka pratishodh avashya poora hoga"
“Draupadi ka pratishodh avashya poora hoga”
"ae duryodhan tumhara kaal pukar raha hain"
“Ae Duryodhan tumhara kaal pukar raha hain”
"iss yudh mein kisi ki vijay nahi keval haar hi haar hain"
“Iss yudh mein kisi ki vijay nahi keval haar hi haar hain”
"putra tum apna kartavya nibhav...main apna dharm nibhata hoon"
“Putra tum apna kartavya nibhav…main apna dharm nibhata hoon”
"anth hi antim hain"
“Anth hi antim hain”
"neeche bhumi..upar nakshetra hain"
“Neeche bhumi..upar nakshetra hain”

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Christmas Special 'Greatest Gift' Builds Team – Global Briefs
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Christmas Special ‘Greatest Gift’ Builds Team – Global Briefs

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Cloud 10 Studios Adds Industry Veterans For MIP-Bound Special ‘The Greatest Gift’

Industry veterans Joyce Miller and Rob Doherty have boarded 3D animated family Christmas special The Greatest Gift: The Wrong Hat, which is set to launch at MIPCOM and MIP Junior. They are joining Cloud 10 Studios, a full-service animation studio, on the 22-minute show. Headed by U.S. feature production executive Tracey Dispensa, who worked at DreamWorks and Disney exec on the likes of Shrek, Madagascar and How to Train Your Dragon), Cloud 10 Studios has completed the funded on the show, which will be ready for delivery at the end of 2025. Dispensa is producing, with Gary Trousdale (Beauty and the Beast, The Hunchback of Notre Dame) directing. Floyd Norman (Mulan, The Hunchback of Notre Dame) is character designer and creative consultant on the film. Miller – the founder of Linden Animation Consulting who has held roles such as Senior Manager Animation Production for Television Series at – Netflix and Rob Doherty – an Aardman Animations, Disney and ITV alum – will be executive producers and will work with Dispensa to find distribution partners. The Greatest Gift: The Wrong Hat is based around a Christmas tree, whose ornaments come alive and keep Christmas spirit alive. When a small mishap threats the holiday sparkle, a new dinosaur ornament called Chris goes on a quest to find his missing hat and prove himself to the others. A feature film and TV series based on the show are in funded development and Cloud 10 is rolling out a licensing and merchandising program.

A+E & BBC Select Opts For Woodcut Factual Shows

With business hotting up ahead of MIPCOM next month, A+E Global Media’s streaming service Crime Central has acquired U.S. rights to How I Caught the Killer Seasons 2–4 and The Killer Within from Woodcut International. Also for the States, BBC Select secured Britain’s Railway Empire in Colour and The Manhattan Project in Colour, while Noah TV’s Story Television went for WW2: Women on the Frontline and Paranormal Captured Seasons 1–2, plus a special. North of the border, French-language public broadcaster Radio-Canada has also taken The Manhattan Project in Colour. Woodcut has struck further deals in the CEE and Nordic regions of Europe for the likes of Mengele Unveiled and The Suitcase Murders, while Asharq Networks in the MENA region has also bought Titanic in Colour and The Manhattan Project in Colour.

Warner Bros Discovery Bags Big Media Trio

Warner Bros. Discovery has acquired Destruction Decoded Season 1, Fatal Engineering: Engineering Disasters That Shook the World and Modern Warfare 2.0 from Big Media for The Science Channel and HBO Max in the U.S. currently available to viewers now. explores the extent, impact, and causes of mega floods, earthquakes, tornadoes, industrial accidents. Destruction Decoded explores the extent, impact and causes of mega floods, earthquakes, tornadoes and industrial accidents, while Fatal Engineering focuses on high-profile structural accidents and the science behind the disasters. Modern Warfare 2.0 is about the secretive and evolving world of deadly weapons. Nat Geo in the Benelux region has also licensed Destruction Decoded Season 1 and Fatal Engineering, both of which are available now on its channel in the Benelux region.

ZDF Studios Extends Studio 100 Pact

ZDF Studios and Studio 100 International have signed an extension to their streaming content deal, which began in April 2022. Going forward, titles from Studio 100 International will be available in Germany, Austria and Switzerland on digital services ZDF Select and ZDF Tivi channels via Amazon, on Telekom’s MagentaTV, and on Apple TV. The line-up includes series such as Maya the Bee, Mia and Me, Vic the Viking and Heidi. “Studio 100 International is a long-standing and reliable partner with whom we’ve been successfully collaborating for over three years on our Amazon channels in the UK, France, Italy, Spain and Poland,” said We’re delighted that we can now offer Studio 100 International’s programmes as a perfect complement to our portfolio,” said Niko Chainopoulos, Sales & Acquisition Director, Junior at ZDF Studios.

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Matt Smith reveals how he had one of his ‘greatest days on a film set’ in new movie Caught Stealing
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Matt Smith reveals how he had one of his ‘greatest days on a film set’ in new movie Caught Stealing

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Indeed, speaking exclusively to RadioTimes.com ahead of the film’s release, Smith revealed that there was one day in particular that he had especially enjoyed: filming a high-octane car chase sequence.

“That was one of my great days on a film set,” he said. “I loved that day, because what we had is this thing called a biscuit, which I’ve never seen anything like. And basically, you’re attached to a rally car engine with a rally car driver, and they’ve got this sort of… how do you describe… like, a winch on the back.

“So then you’re in, like, this fairground ride, you’ve got a rally car engine and a rally car driver on the front!”

Aronofsky added, “Yeah, you don’t have to really worry about it… you can just sit there and scream at the top of your lungs!”

Smith added that Aronofsky also let him do a bit of driving for himself – after a couple of lessons – with the director explaining that he wanted to have some grounding to the chase scene.

“It was great because, like, so many action films have kind of taken the physics of it totally bananas and insane – as if that’s the way to engage audiences well,” he said.

“I’m not critiquing that, but there’s something about returning to real physics and real broken bones and real dented cars that is exciting, and you can still find energy in it.”

Caught Stealing follows events after Austin Butler’s ex-baseball player gets caught up in the criminal underworld of ’90s New York when he is asked to look after Smith’s character’s cat, with Zoë Kravitz, Regina King and Liev Schreiber among the other stars with key roles.

And while the film includes plenty of the trademark intensity found in Aronofsky’s other acclaimed films – which include Requiem for a Dream, Black Swan and mother! – there’s also a more freewheeling sense of fun that feels quite new for the filmmaker.

But Aronofsky says that he more or less approached this film the same way he approaches all his projects.

“I think I approach them all the same, but I always think making films is a lot of fun, and I wanted to have a lot of fun making this film,” he said.

“There was definitely an intention to leave audiences with a feeling of joy and [that they] have a good time at the end of it. But still, I guess it is an intense ride as well. So maybe you get the best of both worlds!”

Caught Stealing releases in UK cinemas on Friday 29 August 2025.

If you’re looking for something to watch tonight, check out our TV Guide and Streaming Guide or visit our Film hub for all the latest news. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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