Shah Rukh Khan’s 'King' is drawing intense attention over an unverified ₹90 crore overseas distribution rights figure. Here’s how confirmed and rumored deals shape global release tactics and pre-release security.
OTT & StreamingDespite a busy month at the box office, none of the high-profile Bollywood films released theatrically in August 2026 have confirmed streaming debuts. The silence from OTT platforms has left viewers waiting and speculating about when these titles might appear online.
OTT & StreamingBiopic ‘Eetha’ opens in theatres globally 28 August 2026, but international streaming platforms have yet to confirm the film. For Maharashtrian and Indian diaspora audiences, the wait for an OTT release could stretch well past the Raksha Bandhan debut, but engagement promises to be high once streaming becomes an option.
NewsRaghav Juyal breaks through Bollywood’s traditional barriers, making his debut as a lead actor in *Bhai Tera Star Hai* and embodying a new era where dancers, hosts, and digital creators are finally recognised as potential stars. His journey, set against the rise of comedy in global pop culture, reflects larger industry shifts and the hunger for feel-good Hindi entertainment.
Box OfficeThe record-breaking run of Spider‑Man: Brand New Day is upending expectations for August’s Hindi blockbusters like Prahaar and Batwara 1947, as multiplexes and audience attention tip toward Hollywood’s latest phenomenon.
UpcomingRehmat, led by Naseeruddin Shah and drawn from Ajeet Cour’s Punjabi stories, is making its global debut as India’s only official contender in Locarno’s International Competition. Its selection and Pardo for Change nomination reveal deliberate choices to reach international and diaspora audiences.
OTT & StreamingDespite a busy month at the box office, none of the high-profile Bollywood films released theatrically in August 2026 have confirmed streaming debuts. The silence from OTT platforms has left viewers waiting and speculating about when these titles might appear online.
CelebritiesKarishma Tanna, known for her journey from iconic Indian TV roles to Netflix acclaim, shares how she’s preparing for motherhood, blending tradition, fitness and authenticity, while navigating her global image and reflecting on her TV legacy.
OTT & StreamingBiopic ‘Eetha’ opens in theatres globally 28 August 2026, but international streaming platforms have yet to confirm the film. For Maharashtrian and Indian diaspora audiences, the wait for an OTT release could stretch well past the Raksha Bandhan debut, but engagement promises to be high once streaming becomes an option.
UpcomingFrom dance reality fame to solo comic hero, Raghav Juyal is betting on nostalgia and his own style in ‘Bhai Tera Star Hai’. His mission: revive the energy of Govinda’s 1990s comedies for a new generation.
Box OfficeWith record-smashing advance bookings and the widest-ever release for a Hollywood film in India, Spider‑Man: Brand New Day is upending the usual multiplex power balance, prompting exhibitors and Bollywood producers to reconsider how and when they program their most valuable films.
CelebritiesMona Singh’s move from iconic television leads to layered, grounded women, often mothers or ordinary individuals, has helped shift streaming’s portrayal of Indian women, bringing a new kind of realism that meets the hunger of diaspora audiences for authentic stories.
NewsRaghav Juyal breaks through Bollywood’s traditional barriers, making his debut as a lead actor in *Bhai Tera Star Hai* and embodying a new era where dancers, hosts, and digital creators are finally recognised as potential stars. His journey, set against the rise of comedy in global pop culture, reflects larger industry shifts and the hunger for feel-good Hindi entertainment.
UpcomingFrom dance reality fame to solo comic hero, Raghav Juyal is betting on nostalgia and his own style in ‘Bhai Tera Star Hai’. His mission: revive the energy of Govinda’s 1990s comedies for a new generation.
UpcomingRehmat, led by Naseeruddin Shah and drawn from Ajeet Cour’s Punjabi stories, is making its global debut as India’s only official contender in Locarno’s International Competition. Its selection and Pardo for Change nomination reveal deliberate choices to reach international and diaspora audiences.
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Box OfficeCurry Barker’s psychological horror film, made for around ₹7 crore, outperformed every studio-backed Hollywood release in India this year. Its rise signals a fresh appetite for indie thrillers, digital word-of-mouth, and new viewing habits among young Indian audiences.
Box OfficeWith record-smashing advance bookings and the widest-ever release for a Hollywood film in India, Spider‑Man: Brand New Day is upending the usual multiplex power balance, prompting exhibitors and Bollywood producers to reconsider how and when they program their most valuable films.
Box OfficeThe record-breaking run of Spider‑Man: Brand New Day is upending expectations for August’s Hindi blockbusters like Prahaar and Batwara 1947, as multiplexes and audience attention tip toward Hollywood’s latest phenomenon.
OTT & StreamingDespite a busy month at the box office, none of the high-profile Bollywood films released theatrically in August 2026 have confirmed streaming debuts. The silence from OTT platforms has left viewers waiting and speculating about when these titles might appear online.
OTT & StreamingBiopic ‘Eetha’ opens in theatres globally 28 August 2026, but international streaming platforms have yet to confirm the film. For Maharashtrian and Indian diaspora audiences, the wait for an OTT release could stretch well past the Raksha Bandhan debut, but engagement promises to be high once streaming becomes an option.
OTT & StreamingHindi film fans abroad will find August’s new releases, including *Batwara 1947*, *Awarapan 2*, *Toxic*, and *Eetha*, premiering in cinemas only, with no confirmed legal streaming platforms or digital release dates at this stage.
Curry Barker’s psychological horror film, made for around ₹7 crore, outperformed every studio-backed Hollywood release in India this year. Its rise signals a fresh appetite for indie thrillers, digital word-of-mouth, and new viewing habits among young Indian audiences.
The Bollywood Wave Desk · 5 min
With record-smashing advance bookings and the widest-ever release for a Hollywood film in India, Spider‑Man: Brand New Day is upending the usual multiplex power balance, prompting exhibitors and Bollywood producers to reconsider how and when they program their most valuable films.
The Bollywood Wave Desk · 4 min
The record-breaking run of Spider‑Man: Brand New Day is upending expectations for August’s Hindi blockbusters like Prahaar and Batwara 1947, as multiplexes and audience attention tip toward Hollywood’s latest phenomenon.
The Bollywood Wave Desk · 5 min
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