The Enforcement Directorate has summoned actor Ranbir Kapoor in connection with an alleged online betting app case, specifically for promoting the Mahadev online book betting app. Kapoor has been asked to appear before the probe agency on October 6. The Mahadev app facilitates illegal betting on various live games, including card games, cricket, badminton, tennis, football, and even elections in India. It also offers options to play card games like 'teen patti' and poker. Further details about the case are awaited.

Bollywood actress Gayatri Joshi, renowned for 'Swades', narrowly escaped a deadly car accident while vacationing in Italy with husband Vikas Oberoi. Their vehicle collided with several cars including a Ferrari during the Sardinia Supercar Tour event. The shocking high-speed pile-up on a rural road overturned a camper van and set the Ferrari ablaze, killing elderly Swiss couple Melissa and Markus Krautli inside. Images of the wreckage have surfaced online. Gayatri and Vikas fortunately avoided serious injury in the traumatic crash. 

The teaser for Kangana Ranaut's upcoming film 'Tejas' is out, along with a new release date. Originally set to release on October 20, 'Tejas' will now hit theaters on October 27 instead. Written and directed by Sarvesh Mewara, the film features Ranaut as an Indian Air Force pilot. The exhilarating teaser offers a glimpse of Kangana's preparation and gives a sense of her fierce patriotic spirit as a fighter pilot. "If you provoke my Bharat, we will not let you go unpunished," Kangana declares in the teaser filled with shots of her character in action. Produced by Ronnie Screwvala, 'Tejas' marks Kangana's first film centered on the armed forces.

South African comedian Trevor Noah hilariously shared his Bengaluru ordeal during his Mumbai show. He described getting stuck in massive traffic, following a driver down a dirt road, and arriving at the venue through an alley filled with dogs, some in cages. Noah joked about preparing for a show in a backstage area with dogs and turned the experience into humorous content for his Mumbai performance. The audience in Mumbai found his storytelling amusing as he lightheartedly trolled the unconventional arrangements in Bengaluru. Noah's Bengaluru ordeal seems to have provided fresh content for the artist.

Music maestro AR Rahman delivered an exhilarating full house live concert at London's O2 Arena on September 30. The iconic composer enthralled audiences with his 'AR Rahman Live in London 2023' show, marking his much-awaited return after 6 years. Rahman and his brilliant ensemble crafted a spectacular high-tech musical extravaganza to celebrate 3 decades of Rahmania. Fans were spellbound by the dazzling visuals, lighting, and Rahman's magical melodies as they embarked on an unforgettable musical journey. Sharing his excitement earlier, Rahman said the past 30 years have been an incredible adventure fueled by his fans' unconditional love and support. The electrifying concert highlighted the 'Mozart of Madras' enduring musical genius.

Kannada film actor Nagabhushana has been arrested after a car allegedly driven rashly by him rammed into a couple in Bengaluru, killing 48-year-old Prema and critically injuring her 58-year-old husband Krishna. The incident occurred when the couple was walking on a footpath and Nagabhushan's speeding car knocked them down before crashing into a pole. Severely injured Prema died on the way to the hospital while Krishna is undergoing treatment. Nagabhushan, known for comic roles in several movies, was arrested for rash and negligent driving leading to the woman's death in the tragic accident. Police have seized his car and opened an investigation.

  Vijay's upcoming Tamil film "Leo" is creating waves in the UK with its advance booking numbers, surpassing records previously held by Mani Ratnam's "Ponniyin Selvan I." The movie, a reunion of Vijay and filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj after the 2021 blockbuster "Master," has already secured the Tamil Day 1 box office crown in the UK. Distributed by Ahimsa Entertainment in the UK and Europe, "Leo" aims to surpass the current single-day earnings record for an Indian film in the UK, presently held by "Pathaan." The film's anticipation is evident with its exceptional advance booking performance.

December 22 will witness a mega box office clash as Shah Rukh Khan's 'Dunki' and Prabhas-starrer 'Salaar' are set to release on the same day. While 'Dunki's date was announced last year, 'Salaar' makers revealed the new release date on Friday after postponing from September 2023. The SRK-Rajkumar Hirani film and Prabhas' action thriller locking horns underscores a high-stakes battle between two superstars. Meanwhile, SRK's recent 'Jawan' has been a smash hit, still going strong. The December 22 showdown marks an exciting finale to the year for Indian cinema with the Khan and Baahubali stars pitted against each other.

Renowned British actor Sir Michael Gambon has died at 82 after being hospitalized with pneumonia, the BBC reports. He was best known for playing Professor Dumbledore in 6 Harry Potter films. His 5-decade career spanned TV, film, theatre, and radio, winning 4 BAFTAs. His family said the beloved actor died peacefully surrounded by loved ones. Sir Michael played the French detective Jules Maigret in ITV's Maigret series. He began his illustrious career with the Royal National Theatre, starring in Shakespeare plays. Gambon was knighted in 1998 for his contributions to entertainment. His passing marks the end of an era for British cinema and theatre.

  India's official entry for the 2023 Oscars in the Best International Film category is the Malayalam film "2018," directed by Jude Anthany Joseph. The movie portrays the devastating 2018 floods in Kerala and the impact of environmental issues. It was chosen by a jury led by Girish Kasaravalli, with unanimous approval. This selection process has faced controversy in the past, often oscillating between entertainment and arthouse cinema. India has never won the Best Foreign Language Film Oscar but has had nominations in the past. The film industry faces the challenge of competing with well-funded international productions during the Oscar campaign.