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Netflix-WBD Acquisition Nears Shareholder Vote
Warner Bros. Discovery announced expectations for a shareholder vote on Netflix's amended $82.7 billion all-cash offer to acquire its streaming and studios division, including Warner Bros. Pictures, HBO, and DC Studios, by April 2026. The deal faces regulatory scrutiny in the US and EU over market competition and theatrical windows.
Paramount Skydance's competing bid claims economic superiority.
Border 2 Box Office Hits Rs 294 Crore on Day 13
Sunny Deol's war drama Border 2, starring Varun Dhawan and Diljit Dosanjh, earned Rs 4 crore on its 13th day, surpassing URI, Kesari, and Fighter with a total of Rs 294 crore. Released January 23, 2026, the film saw a downfall despite nearing Rs 300 crore.
It remains a major 2026 box office contender.
Mardaani 3 Struggles at Rs 24.25 Crore After Day 6
Rani Mukerji’s cop drama Mardaani 3 collected Rs 2 crore on its first Wednesday, totaling Rs 24.25 crore per Sacnilk trackers. It opened with Rs 4 crore and peaked at Rs 7 crore on Sunday but continues to underperform.
The film's box office run faces challenges.
Mirzapur: The Film Set for September 2026 Release
Mirzapur: The Film, starring Shweta Tripathi and Ali Fazal, announces a theatrical release on September 4, 2026, after TV debut. Principal photography wraps in February 2026.
It promises gritty Purvanchal underworld action.
Neal Street Productions Honored at Newport Beach Festival
Neal Street Productions, led by Sam Mendes and Pippa Harris, receives the Outstanding Contribution to Global Entertainment award at the UK and Ireland Honours. The honor recognizes its film, TV, and theatre impact, including Oscar frontrunner Hamnet.
Hosted by Edith Bowman and Nick Mohammed.
Antitrust Hearing on Netflix-WBD Deal Turns Partisan
A Senate antitrust hearing on Netflix's $83 billion Warner Bros. acquisition debated market power and 'wokeness' in entertainment. Concerns focus on labor impacts and competition.
Regulators question shortened theatrical windows.
Paramount Skydance Challenges Netflix with Superior Bid
Paramount Skydance claims its bid offers $18 billion more cash than Netflix's for Warner Bros. Discovery assets. It promises a competitive integrated studio-streaming business.
Pentwater Capital urges board engagement.
Celebrity Birthdays: Neymar Turns 34, Jisung 24
Footballer Neymar celebrates his 34th birthday, alongside NCT Dream's rapper Jisung (24) and TXT's Taehyun (24). Other stars include actress Kim Min-Ju (25) and actor Jeremy Sumpter (37).
Fans mark the occasion with profiles and facts.
Alpha Alia Bhatt Film Rumored for Netflix Direct Release
Alia Bhatt and Sharvari Wagh's anticipated Alpha, initially set for December 2025 theaters, faces rumors of a direct Netflix release after postponement. It shifts from big screen expectations.
No official confirmation yet.
Blue Ant Reorganizes After Acquiring Studios
Blue Ant announces post-acquisition reorganization around genres following buys of Thunderbird Entertainment and Boat Rocker Studios. The move expands its production capabilities significantly.
Changes aim to streamline operations.
Hydaway Digital Completes Realitycheck Acquisition
Hydaway Digital (TSXV: HIDE) finalizes acquisition of Realitycheck, as per updates from December 2025 and January 2026 releases. It bolsters its digital entertainment portfolio.
The deal enhances content offerings.