Netflix & Chill Just Got Pricier in the US: Users Say ‘It’s Cancel Time’
Netflix will charge $1-$2 more per user. Says it’s investing more in video podcasts and live sports events. Fair or unfair?
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From Silver Screen to Startups: Bollywood Actresses Turning Fame into Thriving Businesses
Bollywood’s leading ladies are proving they are more than just entertainers. In 2026, many are transforming stardom into business empires, swapping the silver screen for the boardroom. These women are not merely endorsing products; they are creating brands, disrupting industries, and inspiring a new generation of female entrepreneurs. Their
Warner Bros. Discovery Considers Paramount Deal Covering $2.8 Billion Netflix Break Free
Following Paramount/Skydance Corp's submission of revised parameters intended to revive a purchase deal, Warner Bros. Discovery is considering reopening negotiations with the rival studio. This might put Netflix back in a high-stakes battle for one of Hollywood's most valuable content portfolios. The board has been
Paramount Revises WBD Bid With Delay Payouts, Covers Netflix Breakup Fee
Paramount adds an extra 25 cents per share per quarter for delays to make the deal attractive to Warner Bros Discovery shareholders...
Netflix Switches to All-Cash Bid to Secure Warner Bros. Discovery Deal
- Netflix wants to look convincing to WBD's shareholders and is offering to pay in all cash ($27.75 per share for $72 billion). - Paramount is threatening a proxy fight to replace WBD's board with loyalists. - WBD's CEO David Zaslav says that the vote on the deal will likely happen in the spring.
Warner Bros Urges Shareholders to Reject Paramount’s $108BN Offer: Netflix to Get the Deal
- It's the second time in less than a month that Warner Bros said "no" to Paramount. - Paramount's $108 billion deal is clearly risky due to excessive debt and no clear contractual protections. - Netflix now sounds paramount to Warner Bros, and could be it this time around.
Netflix vs Paramount: Why the Warner Bros Board Is Rejecting a $108 Billion Bid
- Warner Bros’ board is set to reject Paramount’s $108.4 billion offer. - Paramount’s deal has weakened after Affinity Partners exited the financing, reports say. - The board will likely recommit to Netflix's $72 billion.
Warner Bros Faces Intensifying Battle After Paramount’s $108 Billion Hostile Offer
In a desperate attempt to outbid Netflix and establish a media powerhouse that would contest the streaming behemoth's hegemony, Paramount Skydance made a hostile bid of $108.4 billion for Warner Bros. Discovery on December 8. Netflix secured a $72 billion equity offer for Warner Bros. Discovery'
IBM Set to Buy Confluent, Accelerating its Smart Data Platform for Generative AI
The data streaming pioneer Confluent, Inc., and IBM have announced that they have reached a final agreement whereby IBM would pay $31 per share, or an enterprise value of $11 billion, for all of Confluent's issued and outstanding common shares. Confluent is a top-tier open-source enterprise data streaming
Donald Trump Flags Antitrust Issues in Netflix–Warner Bros Deal, Vows to Intervene
According to reports, US President Donald Trump expressed worries on December 7th about possible antitrust "problems" in the streaming behemoth Netflix Inc.'s purchase of rival film studio Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. According to Bloomberg, he declared that he would personally intervene to verify the details and
Netflix Eyes Major Deal as it Enters Exclusive Talks to Buy WBD Assets for $28/Share
According to various media reports, Netflix is in exclusive negotiations to purchase Warner Bros. Discovery's film and television studios as well as its streaming assets for $28 per share. Following initial acquisition proposals from Netflix, Paramount Skydance, and Comcast, the parent company of HBO, which has been considering
Disney and YouTube Seal Deal to Bring TV Channels Back to the Platform
On 14 November evening, Disney and YouTube announced an agreement to lift the blackout that had been removing ABC, ESPN, and other channels from the YouTube TV streaming service. The deal puts an end to a dispute that started in late October when Disney removed shows from YouTube TV. The
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The Fall of Jawed Habib: From Celebrity Stylist to Multi-Crore Scam Controversy
Jawed Habib is best known for snipping, styling, and making Bollywood stars look red-carpet ready for decades. Jawed Habib is one of India's most celebrated hairstylists, but nowadays he has been trending for all the wrong reasons. From viral workshop antics to multi-crore crypto fraud allegations, the man
Netflix’s Stock Is Down by 6.5%: What Went Wrong?
Despite hit shows and good financial numbers, Netflix's investors are still worried. It's the eleventh time this month to see Netflix fall, and why is it happening?
Meta Updates Ray-Ban Glasses with Hindi Support, UPI Payments, and Deepika Padukone’s AI Voice
Meta has rolled out major updates for its Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses in India, with Bollywood star Deepika Padukone now lending her AI-generated voice to the device. The move is part of Meta’s strategy to make its wearable technology more locally relevant and engaging. Deepika Padukone Joins Meta AI
Suniel Shetty Breaks the Privilege Myth: How Grit and Talent Redefine Success in India
Bollywood actor, entrepreneur, and mentor Suniel Shetty reflected on India’s transformation over the decades in a recent LinkedIn post, emphasising how opportunities for young talent have dramatically expanded compared to the 70s and 80s. From Limited Opportunities to Wider Horizons In his recently shared LinkedIn post, Shetty noted, “India
Elon Musk’s Boycott Call Wipes $15 Billion off Netflix’s Value
Netflix's stock price crashed by 4.3% after his post on the platform 'X.' Here's why Elon Musk is telling the internet to cancel Netflix...
OpenAI Tightens Control on Sora Videos: May Pay Copyright Holders
The use of Hollywood characters and scenes in Sora videos will now either be blocked or paid for. Disney opted out because...
Shah Rukh Khan Becomes Bollywood’s Richest Star, Joins Billionaire Club in Hurun India Rich List 2025
In a landmark shift in India’s entertainment and wealth scene, Shah Rukh Khan has officially entered the billionaire club, becoming the richest actor ever recorded in the Hurun India Rich List 2025. Meanwhile, in the broader Indian context, Mukesh Ambani has reclaimed the top spot as the country’s
Hollywood vs AI: Emily Blunt Slams AI Actor Tilly Norwood
SAG-AFTRA union hit the road with strikes as the creator of AI actors announced an AI production studio and a new AI talent agency (Xicoia). Also hinting at a Hollywood project...
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How Affordable Gear and Knowledge Can Empower the Next Generation of Visual Storytellers in India
This article has been contributed by Archisman Misra, Founder and CEO of StudioBackdrops.com. Visual Storytelling is the new point of attraction for content today. It is a method to engage and retain the audience for a longer time. It is the way of telling stories with images, videos, and
Gant Appoints Shahid Kapoor as Brand Ambassador in India
American sportswear brand Gant announces the appointment of Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor as its Brand Ambassador in India. This milestone underscores Gant’s commitment to expanding its presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing fashion markets. The partnership debuts with the launch of Gant’s new campaign, “Button Up.
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Amazon Great Indian Festival vs Flipkart Big Billion Days: Taglines, Deals & Comparison
From disco lights beaming to Bollywood music, the midnight before the Big Billion Day sale was undeniably a party scene in the Walmart-owned Flipkart’s Bengaluru headquarters. Costume parties to Zumba classes galore, food supply, and everything humanly possible were provided by the company to keep up the spirits of
Podcasts, Shorts, Music: YouTube’s New AI Updates Want to Do It All for You
Turn words into videos, audios, and music in a matter of seconds with YouTube's new AI features that...