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The nominees for this year’s Bafta Rising Star Award have been announced, highlighting some of the most promising new talent in film. The list features five actors, including three from the UK and two from the US. British nominees are Robert Aramayo, Archie Madekwe, and Posy Sterling. US actors on the shortlist are Miles Caton and Chase Infiniti. Robert Aramayo, from Hull, is recognised for his role in I Swear, portraying a young man with Tourette’s syndrome in the 1980s. Aramayo, 33, previously gained fame as young Ned Stark in Game of Thrones. Miles Caton, 20, earned acclaim for Sinners, winning a Critics’ Choice Award for best young actor. Caton grew up in a musical family in New York and toured internationally as a backing singer for H.E.R. Chase Infiniti, 25, stars in One Battle After Another, acting opposite Leonardo DiCaprio. She previously appeared in Apple TV+ thriller Presumed Innocent and graduated from Columbia College Chicago in 2022. Archie Madekwe is nominated for his role in Lurker, a psychological thriller where he plays a pop star blackmailed by a fan. He has also appeared in Saltburn and Midsommar and trained at the Brit School in London. Manchester-born Posy Sterling is nominated for her first leading role in Lollipop, portraying a single mother struggling for custody after prison. She previously appeared in TV dramas including The Road Trip and You Don’t Know Me. The Bafta Rising Star winner, voted by the public, will be announced at the Bafta Film Awards on 22 February at the Royal Festival Hall in London. Alan Cumming will host the ceremony, which will be broadcast on BBC One and iPlayer.   With inputs from BBC

US rapper and music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has reportedly sold his luxury private jet as he continues to face multiple legal challenges. According to People magazine, the 56-year-old artist sold his Gulfstream G550 aircraft in October, months after his federal conviction on two prostitution-related charges in July. A spokesperson for Silver Air Private Jets, which previously managed charter operations for the aircraft, confirmed that the company no longer handles the jet. The relationship ended in October 2025 following a change in ownership. Records from the US Federal Aviation Administration show that the aircraft, once owned by Combs’ company LoveAir LLC and registered under the tail number N1969C, is no longer linked to him. The jet is now registered as T7-OKS, indicating registration in San Marino. While the exact sale price has not been disclosed, similar Gulfstream G550 models are typically listed between $15 million and $30 million. Built in 2015, the matte-black jet can seat up to 14 passengers and features a beige interior, pet-friendly facilities and an advanced entertainment system. Combs was frequently seen travelling on the custom aircraft in the months before his arrest. In March 2024, the jet flew from California to Antigua amid federal raids on his homes in Los Angeles and Miami. In July, he also shared a video on social media showing himself boarding the plane, calling it “home.”   With inputs from NDTV

Global K-pop group BTS has announced its first world tour after completing mandatory military service, marking the band’s return to the stage after nearly four years. The seven-member group said the 2026–2027 world tour will begin in South Korea in April and continue until March 2027, with more than 70 shows across Asia, North America, South America, Australia and Europe. The tour will be BTS’s first headline concert series since their 2021–22 Permission to Dance on Stage tour. A presale for ARMY Membership holders who register on the fan platform Weverse will be held on January 22 and 23. General ticket sales for all regions will start on January 24. The announcement comes weeks after BTS management company BigHit Music said the group would return to music on March 20 following a nearly four-year break. All seven members RM, Jin, Jimin, V, Suga, Jung Kook and j-hope had been completing South Korea’s mandatory military service. Rapper Suga was the last member to finish service in June 2025. He served as a social service agent, an alternative duty he reportedly chose due to a shoulder injury. The other six members served in the army. The tour will start in Goyang, South Korea, on April 9 and April 11–12. It will then move to Tokyo, Tampa, El Paso, Mexico City, Stanford, Las Vegas and Busan before heading to Europe with shows in Madrid, Brussels, London, Munich and Paris. The group will later perform in several US cities including East Rutherford, Foxborough, Baltimore, Arlington, Toronto, Chicago and Los Angeles. The South American leg includes Bogotá, Lima, Santiago, Buenos Aires and São Paulo. Asian shows will be held in Kaohsiung, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Jakarta, Hong Kong and Manila. The tour will also include concerts in Melbourne and Sydney, Australia. The final shows are scheduled for March 13 and 14, 2027, in Manila, the Philippines.   With inputs from NDTV

Bollywood actor Imran Khan has said his daughter Imara and his partner Lekha Washington have played a key role in his healing journey and personal growth. Imran, who is set to appear in a short cameo in Vir Das’s upcoming film Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, spoke to NDTV about his life, work and recovery from depression and anxiety. The film is scheduled to release in theatres this Friday, January 16, 2026. He said the last few years have been better than before and that therapy has helped him feel more settled and ready to return to work. He added that love and support from his daughter and partner have been crucial to his well-being. Imran said love is a two-way feeling and described it as empowering and healing. He said receiving love gives strength, while giving love truthfully and selflessly also brings healing. He said the bond he shares with his daughter Imara and his partner Lekha has been central to his recovery and growth. The actor has been in a relationship with Lekha Washington since 2020. He was earlier married to Avantika Malik. The couple divorced in 2019. They have a daughter, Imara, who was born in 2014. Imran said he had almost stopped working after his daughter was born as he wanted to spend more time with her. He said being present in a child’s life leaves a deep impact, even from a very young age. He said he puts his daughter to bed, feeds her and regularly picks her up from school. He said spending time with his daughter gives him joy, purpose and a sense of value. He also said it is difficult for him to give up time with her for work or events. Even during long shoots, he tries to adjust his schedule so that he does not miss time with her. Imran also spoke about joining Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos for a cameo role. He said he agreed to do the film out of fear of missing out after learning that many of his friends were involved in the project. He said filmmaker Vir Das was developing the project and that his uncle Aamir Khan was attached as a producer. Actress Mithila Palkar, who worked with Imran in Katti Batti, also shared details about the film with him. Imran said he later sent a message to Vir Das and joined the project because his friends were part of it and the film looked like fun. Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos will release in theatres on January 16, 2026.   With inputs from NDTV

Popular television presenter Rafsan Sabab and acclaimed singer Xefer Rahman tied the knot on Wednesday, ending years of speculation surrounding their relationship. Rafsan Sabab shared the news in a Facebook post, seeking blessings from their well-wishers as they begin a new journey together, surrounded by the love of friends, family and loved ones. Mehazabien Chowdhury shares wedding photos “Today, we unite our lives and step into a beautiful chapter together,” he wrote. The wedding has drawn warm wishes and congratulations from fans and colleagues across the media and entertainment industry.

Timothée Chalamet emerged as one of the biggest winners at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, defeating Hollywood heavyweights Leonardo DiCaprio and George Clooney to claim the Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy award for his performance in Marty Supreme. The 30-year-old actor secured his first Golden Globe after five nominations, strengthening his position in the race for the upcoming Academy Awards. Accepting the award, Chalamet said he felt honoured to be counted among many great actors and described the win as a “sweet moment” in his career. Although DiCaprio missed out on the acting prize, his film One Battle After Another dominated the night with four awards, including Best Film – Musical or Comedy and Best Director for Paul Thomas Anderson. Irish actress Jessie Buckley won Best Actress in a Drama for Hamnet, which also claimed the Best Drama Film award. Brazilian actor Wagner Moura took home Best Actor in a Drama for The Secret Agent, which also won Best International Film. Among other major winners, Teyana Taylor won Best Supporting Actress for One Battle After Another, Stellan Skarsgård won Best Supporting Actor for Sentimental Value, and Rose Byrne claimed Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy for If I Had Legs I’d Kick You. On the television front, Netflix series Adolescence continued its awards season success, with British actor Owen Cooper winning Best Supporting Actor. Seth Rogen won Best Comedy Series Actor for The Studio, while Jean Smart and Noah Wyle also secured acting honours. The Golden Globes marked the official start of Hollywood’s awards season, setting the stage for the Oscars next.   With inpus from BBC

The 83rd Golden Globes unfolded on Sunday at the Beverly Hilton in California, officially kicking off Hollywood’s awards season ahead of the Oscars. This year, the spotlight shone brightly on first-time winners and celebrated television and film achievements alike. The comedy-drama One Battle After Another, which led with nine nominations, emerged as the evening’s biggest film winner, taking home four awards, including Best Film – Musical or Comedy, Best Director, Best Screenplay, and Best Supporting Actress for Teyana Taylor. Netflix’s limited series Adolescence also dominated, claiming four awards in the television category, including Best Limited Series and acting honours for Owen Cooper, Erin Doherty, and Stephen Graham. In the drama categories, Hamnet was named Best Film, with Jessie Buckley earning Best Actress, while Wagner Moura won Best Actor for The Secret Agent, which also received the Best Non-English Language Film award. The Pitt secured Best Drama Series along with Noah Wyle’s Best Actor award, and The Studio won Best Comedy or Musical Series with Seth Rogen taking the Best Actor honour. A new award category for podcasts made its debut this year, with Good Hang with Amy Poehler earning the inaugural recognition. Poehler, along with Owen Cooper and Teyana Taylor, joined the ranks of first-time Golden Globe winners. US comedian Nikki Glaser returned as host, opening the ceremony with a sharp, humorous monologue that poked fun at the star-studded audience. “Hosting the Golden Globes was without a doubt the most fun I have ever had in my career,” Glaser said, reflecting on the night’s festivities. Other major winners included Rose Byrne (If I Had Legs I’d Kick You) for Best Actress – Musical or Comedy, Timothée Chalamet (Marty Supreme) for Best Actor – Musical or Comedy, Stellan Skarsgård (Sentimental Value) for Best Supporting Actor, and Ludwig Göransson for Best Original Score with Sinners. The awards underscored Hollywood’s blend of emerging talent and established names, setting the stage for the upcoming Oscar race.   With inputs from NDTV

Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan faced difficulty leaving a location in Surat after a small crowd surge broke out during his visit to the city. The incident occurred when he stopped by the Pal-area residence of his friend, businessman Sunil Shah, at Casa Rivera. Bachchan had traveled to Surat to attend the inauguration of Season 3 of the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), which begins this evening at the Lalbhai Contractor Stadium. Several former cricketers and film celebrities are taking part in the opening ceremony. After landing at Surat Airport in the afternoon, the actor went directly to Shah’s home, where the crowd gathered. A video circulating on social media shows Bachchan standing outside the building as a large group of fans surrounded him. Amid the commotion, a glass entrance gate reportedly shattered and collapsed. Some individuals suffered minor injuries during the incident. Police personnel were present at the scene to manage security and crowd control. The ISPL Season 3 officially kicks off on Friday at the Lalbhai Contractor Stadium and will run for a month. The tournament features fast-paced tennis-ball T10 matches and celebrates India’s vibrant street-cricket culture, according to an official ISPL statement. Amitabh Bachchan proud as grandson Agastya Nanda debuts in Ikkis Earlier in the day, Bachchan was spotted at Kalina Airport in Mumbai, where he acknowledged photographers with a wave before departing. Work update Amitabh Bachchan was most recently seen in Vettaiyan, directed by T.J. Gnanavel. The film also featured Rajinikanth, Manju Warrier, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Ritika Singh, Dushara Vijayan, Rohini, Rao Ramesh, Abhirami, and Ramesh Thilak. Details about Bachchan’s upcoming projects have not yet been officially announced.

Hollywood actress Jennifer Garner has spoken about the emotional pain she went through after her separation from actor Ben Affleck, saying losing a true partnership and friendship was very hard for her. In an interview with Marie Claire, Garner said the most difficult part was the breakup of their family. She said the loss of trust, companionship and friendship was what hurt the most. Garner and Affleck got married in 2005 and separated in 2015. Their divorce was finalised in 2018. The couple now co-parent their three children, Violet, Seraphina and Samuel. Garner said she has reached a stage where they can raise their children together with peace and understanding. She said time helps people heal, forgive and move forward, and it also helps rebuild friendship in a new way. Garner also stressed the importance of close personal relationships in building emotional strength. She said spending time with loved ones gives her the resilience to face life’s challenges. On media gossip, Garner said she avoids reading stories about herself and her family as it does not help her or her children.   With inputs from NDTV

Netflix has announced its full slate of series and films for 2026, promising a packed year for viewers with the return of several popular shows and the launch of new titles. The streaming giant shared updates on its most awaited projects, including new seasons of Emily in Paris, Bridgerton and One Piece, along with the much-anticipated Peaky Blinders film. Season six of Emily in Paris will continue the story of Emily, a young marketing executive from Chicago, as she navigates life, work and love in Paris. Bridgerton season four will premiere on January 29, with part two arriving on February 26. The new season will focus on Benedict Bridgerton and his romantic journey after meeting a mysterious woman at a masquerade ball. Fans will also see the return of One Piece in March with its second season. The story follows Luffy and the Straw Hats as they sail into the dangerous and magical Grand Line in search of the world’s greatest treasure. Avatar: The Last Airbender season two will show Aang, Katara and Sokka seeking the help of the Earth King to fight Fire Lord Ozai. Netflix will also release Enola Holmes season three, which takes the young detective to Malta for a new and dangerous case. The British crime drama film Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man will stream from March 20. It follows Tommy Shelby as he returns from exile to face his toughest challenge yet. Netflix said the 2026 lineup aims to offer action, drama, adventure and romance for viewers around the world.   With inputs from NDTV