In an exciting development for art enthusiasts and fans alike, Bollywood actress Bipasha Basu has taken to Instagram to announce her husband, actor Karan Singh Grover’s newest project—Star Infinity Art. This venture, dedicated to showcasing Grover’s paintings, is set to bring his creative expressions to a wider audience. With her flourishing platform boasting 14 million followers, Basu shared a heartfelt post that caught the attention of many.
“Looking forward to seeing your beautiful thoughts expressed on the canvas, and sharing it with everyone today. All the best, baby,” she wrote, alongside a picture of Grover. This affectionate and supportive message not only revealed her excitement but also underscored the strong bond between the couple.
Grover, adding more context to his wife’s announcement, elaborated on one of his works, titled “Wu Wei”, through a post. He described Wu Wei, a concept from Chinese philosophy, as the art of doing nothing. “But rather than no action, it means effortless action—like to be in a difficult situation and act with full efficiency. Something we would call being in the zone,” he explained. This insightful reflection hints at the depth and thoughtfulness that listeners might expect to experience through his artworks.
Meanwhile, in the dynamic world of entertainment, discourse continues around Anubhav Sinha’s Netflix show, IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack. Veteran filmmaker Sudhir Mishra has joined the fray, ardently defending Sinha against allegations of misrepresentation. The show, which dramatizes the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight IC 814, faced criticism from viewers who were upset by the use of Hindu code names for terrorists, arguing it distorted historical accuracy.
Mishra, staunch in his support, stated, “He has made the series quite thoughtfully. It is up to you to react or not react. If you say Anubhav Sinha is not patriotic, that is wrong. I know him very well. You will not find a more patriotic Indian than him. He has grown up [admiring] Lord Ram.” This endorsement from an industry stalwart certainly lends credibility to Sinha’s intent and approach to storytelling.
Amidst these discussions, actor R Madhavan provided a nostalgic glimpse into his childhood, comparing it to the experiences of today’s younger generation.
. During a podcast, he spoke candidly about growing up in an era when India was “not so rich”. “I feel sorry, in my own judgemental way, for the kids who are here right now,” he said. Madhavan reminisced about the joy of climbing trees, catching tadpoles, getting into fights, and finding resolution without parental mediation. Reflecting on generational differences, he concluded, “The only justification I will give for people born in the ’70s is this: look at all the CEOs in the world today. They were born in the ’70s and ’80s in India. We did something really right.”
As the conversation shifted to cinema, veteran actress Shabana Azmi celebrated the 49th anniversary of her film, Nishant. Sharing the movie’s poster on social media, she highlighted its historical significance in establishing director Shyam Benegal as a key figure in parallel cinema. “The film, the second after Ankur, firmly established Shyam Benegal as a leading figure in what is known as parallel cinema. Shyam gave newcomers a chance and established them as stars. Unfortunately, OTT platforms are mostly pursuing established stars and directors, missing a significant opportunity to nurture new talent. What a pity,” she lamented.
This sentiment resonated with fans and peers alike, prompting a response from director Shekhar Kapur, who remarked, “That long? Bet the film still feels contemporary.” Nishant indeed boasted a stellar ensemble cast, including Girish Karnad, Naseeruddin Shah, and Smita Patil, making it a timeless piece in Indian cinema.
In another piece of exciting news for Bollywood aficionados, actor Diljit Dosanjh has joined the cast of Border 2, alongside Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan. A motion poster revealing this development featured a verse from the iconic song Sandese Aate Hai from the original 1997 film. “The bravest come together for the biggest war,” read the tagline accompanying Dosanjh’s name. The film is slated for release on January 23, 2026. Sunny Deol extended a warm welcome to the Punjabi star via Instagram, further heightening the anticipation around this much-awaited sequel. Varun Dhawan, whose involvement in the film had been announced earlier in August, had expressed his excitement, describing his role in Border 2 as a “very special moment” in his career.
As updates from the entertainment world continue to pour in, fans have much to look forward to, from the creative ventures of their favorite stars to new cinematic experiences on the horizon.
