Entertainment News Live Updates Today: The entertainment world had plenty to talk about on Thursday (October 29), with fresh updates from films, television and OTT making headlines. From box office news and celebrity developments to upcoming TV twists and new streaming updates, several stories caught viewers’ attention.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS LIVE UPDATES – NOVEMBER 2, 2026
One of the biggest talking points is Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan celebrating his 61st birthday today. Yes, you read that right! On the special occasion, the actor has gifted fans the first song Tu Mil Jaaye from his hugely anticipated film King.
Also, Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana Part 1 is just a few days away from hitting theatres and has been creating immense buzz among the moviegoers. The film’s advance booking have opened fully now and it is already breaking a lot of records and is outpacing Ranbir Kapoor and Yash’s biggest hits – Animal and KGF Chapter 2, respectively.
Catch up on the latest entertainment news from Bollywood, television and OTT, with all the major updates, celebrity buzz, box office developments and streaming highlights making headlines today.
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Nov 02, 2026, 9:07 pm IST
Jaimin Bal Opens Up On The Salacity
Filmmaker Jaimin Bal says The Salacity uses infidelity and blackmail to examine how easily moral certainty can turn into control. The psychological thriller is streaming on Prime Video internationally, though it is not yet available in India. Bal, who once worked as a junior assistant director on Farah Khan’s Om Shanti Om, said the experience shaped his understanding of directing as both creative and logistical work. He described The Salacity as an independent international film, shot in Mauritius with an international cast. For Bal, the appeal lies in characters whose choices unsettle viewers without reducing them to simple villains.
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Nov 02, 2026, 5:17 pm IST
Kim Nara is now MARRIED to her girlfriend
Korean influencer Kim Nara has married her longtime girlfriend in Gangwon Province, marking eight years of their relationship with an intimate ceremony on November 1. Photos from the wedding, including a kiss during their vows, have drawn attention online. The couple reportedly chose a rice paddy as the venue, with family and friends present despite light rain. Kim had earlier said South Korea’s lack of legal recognition for same-sex marriage would not stop them from celebrating their relationship. In an October 31 note, Kim wrote that they did not need “anyone’s permission” to honour their love. She also hoped their wedding would encourage other LGBTQ couples to live with dignity and freedom.
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Nov 02, 2026, 5:16 pm IST
Anuj Thakur Death Reason
Television actor Anuj Thakur died on October 27 at the age of 33, leaving friends and colleagues in shock. Casting director Rupesh Sonar confirmed the news through an emotional Instagram post and later shared details with The Times of India. According to the report, Anuj reportedly suffered a seizure. Rupesh said the actor had gone to sleep at night and did not wake up the next morning. His mother checked on him after his usual alarm rang, but he had already passed away. Anuj was known for appearances in shows such as Dhoom Machao Dhoom, Bandhan Saath Janmon Ka, Beendh Banoonga Ghodi Chadunga and Mahisagar. Rupesh said he had known him since 2008 and had worked with him on several projects. In his tribute, Rupesh wrote, “Still can’t believe that you are no longer with us. You were not just a friend but like a little brother to me.” He also recalled meeting Anuj just 10 days before his death. Anuj’s sudden death has deeply affected those who knew him personally and professionally. Several members of the television industry have expressed grief, remembering him as a familiar face from Indian television’s popular daily shows.
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Nov 02, 2026, 5:15 pm IST
Rise And Fall 2 Update
Rise And Fall 2 moved closer to its finale with Shehzad Poonawalla securing the season’s first finalist spot. In the Ticket to Finale task, Shehzad and Rishabh Jaiswal finished the circuit board challenge in 23 minutes and 46 seconds, beating Karan Patel and Jashwanth Bopanna’s time of 35 minutes and 38 seconds. The win also made Shehzad the Ultimate Ruler again, giving him major control over the Tower. In the Red Room, he chose to save Gautam Gulati over Swara Bhasker and Karan Patel, saying he did not want to repeat an earlier mistake involving Gautam’s fall to the Basement. Gautam then ranked the remaining Rulers, placing Swara first and Manish Kashyap last. Shehzad finally sent Manish and Sonam Malik to the Basement, changing the game’s power balance before the finale.
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Nov 02, 2026, 3:32 pm IST
Rise And Fall 2: Shehzad Poonawalla Becomes The First Finalist
As the Ticket to Finale challenge reached its decisive stage, both pairs, Karan Patel and Jashwanth Bopanna and Shehzad Poonawalla and Rishabh Jaiswal, put their teamwork and problem-solving skills to the test as they raced to repair the circuit board. Karan and Jashwanth completed the challenge in 35 minutes and 38 seconds, while Shehzad and Rishabh emerged victorious with an impressive timing of 23 minutes and 46 seconds. With this win, Shehzad became the first finalist of Rise And Fall Season 2. In another significant achievement, he also reclaimed the Ultimate Ruler title. Having held the position earlier in the season, he became the first contestant to be crowned Ultimate Ruler twice and retained the title until the season finale.
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Nov 02, 2026, 2:36 pm IST
Amitabh Bachchan Slams Media Outlet For Twisting His Lord Krishna Invocation
The usually restrained Amitabh Bachchan on Monday took on a media outlet for misrepresenting his words in the praise of Lord Krishna, saying in an angry post that 10 per cent of his 50 million follower base is enough to strike back and is just waiting for his signal. His post on October 29 was simply an invocation to Lord Krishna, Bachchan wrote on social media platforms. He had said then, “Go bring your elephants, we will also… Haathi ghoda palki, Jai Kanhaiya Lal ki.” The media outlet reported it saying that Bachchan was challenging his opponents by telling them, “Bring your elephants and horses.” “For Krishna Kanhaiya, in the form of prayer, it’s often chanted -‘Haathi ghoda palki, Jai Kanhaiya Lal ki ‘ And the media, by disrespecting it, prints it for their own publicity…,” a furious Bachchan responded in Hindi. This, he said, was not only a “grave insult” to the ‘Jai Shri Krishna’ invocation but also a deliberate attempt to twist his words. “Listen up, media folks, with your ears wide open… There is a 50 million-strong follower base, media folks. The day I give the signal, just 10 per cent of them are ready and waiting to strike. (‘Jis din humne ishara kiya, to usme se keval 10 pratishat hi, thokne ke liye taiyaar baithe hain’).”
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Nov 02, 2026, 12:37 pm IST
TV Actor Anuj Thakur Passes Away At 33
Television actor Anuj Thakur passed away on October 27 at the age of 33, leaving his friends and colleagues from the entertainment industry shocked. The news of his sudden demise came as a shock to those who had known him for years. Casting director Rupesh Sonar, who shared a close bond with the actor, confirmed the heartbreaking news through an emotional social media post.
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Nov 02, 2026, 9:51 am IST
King First Song Tu Mil Jaaye Released On SRK’s Birthday
Shah Rukh Khan has reunited with Deepika Padukone, and fans have another reason to celebrate. The superstar released the first song from his much-hyped film King at midnight on November 2, coinciding with his birthday celebrations. Titled Tu Mil Jaaye, the track brings back the popular on-screen pairing and their fans are elated.
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Nov 02, 2026, 9:50 am IST
Amitabh Bachchan Greets Fans At Jalsa But Behind Bulletproof Protection
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan continued his much-loved Sunday tradition of meeting fans outside his Mumbai residence, Jalsa, but this week’s gathering looked different. The veteran actor greeted his fans from inside a transparent protective enclosure, reportedly bulletproof, as additional security arrangements were seen outside his house on Sunday (November 1). The additional security arrangements come amid reports of a bomb threat email allegedly targeting Amitabh Bachchan’s residence. According to reports, Mumbai Police received information about the email on Friday (October 23), after it was sent to a school in the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) area.
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Nov 02, 2026, 9:47 am IST
Shah Rukh Khan Skips Annual Mannat Appearance On His 61st Birthday
Shah Rukh Khan turned 61 on Monday (November 2), but his birthday celebrations looked a little different this year. The Bollywood superstar did not make his usual midnight appearance outside Mannat, his iconic Mumbai residence in Bandra, where hundreds of fans gather every year to catch a glimpse of him. With Mannat currently undergoing major reconstruction and expansion work, SRK could not follow his usual birthday ritual. However, the actor made sure his fans still received a special birthday surprise. A handwritten note from Shah Rukh was displayed on a giant screen outside his bungalow for fans who had gathered there. Posters of his upcoming film King were also spotted outside Mannat, adding to the excitement among fans waiting to celebrate their favourite superstar’s birthday.
To the hearts that made him KING, a lot of love in return ❤️ #LoveLikeAKING #KING in cinemas on 24.12.2026
— Red Chillies Entertainment (@RedChilliesEnt) November 1, 2026