Netflix has moved quickly to calm subscribers after announcing its $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros., sending a late-night email stressing that “nothing is changing today.” While the companies await regulatory approvals, lawmakers and industry groups are raising concerns over potential antitrust issues, job losses, and future price hikes.
Madhuri Dixit makes a powerful comeback to the thriller genre with Mrs Deshpande, directed by Nagesh Kukunoor. The gripping series follows her as a seemingly gentle woman who is, in reality, a convicted serial killer helping the police hunt down a copycat. Releasing December 19, 2025, on JioHotstar, the show explores crime, trauma and a tense mother–son partnership.
Thailand’s A Useful Ghost wrapped the International section at IFFI with a whimsical, surreal story of love, loss, and an unusual ghost—a vacuum cleaner. Director Ratchapoom and his team reveal the playful visuals, emotional depth, and global journey behind this extraordinary film.
Sikkimese filmmaker Tribeny Rai’s debut feature Shape of Momos premiered at the 56th International Film Festival of India, offering a heartfelt portrayal of everyday life in Sikkim while highlighting the challenges of a nascent regional film industry.
Japanese director Kei Ishikawa captivated IFFI audiences with A Pale View of Hills, his adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro’s novel, reflecting on memory, post-war identity, and the complexities of women’s stories across generations.
