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Headline: Veteran Actor Asrani Remembered; OTT Platforms Prepare for Binge-Worthy Week, and More

Mumbai, India – October 21, 2025 – The entertainment world mourns the recent passing of veteran actor Govardhan Asrani, known simply as Asrani. Director Priyadarshan reminisced about their recent collaborations on the projects “Bhoot Bangla” and “Haiwaan,” highlighting the actor’s enduring talent and dedication.

In other news, a shocking incident occurred in Bengaluru, where three intoxicated men allegedly broke into a woman’s home in the Madanayakanahalli area and raped her. Authorities are investigating the crime.

Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna’s film “Thamma” experienced a slight dip in box office earnings on its second day, although the specific amount was not disclosed.

Meanwhile, Paul Kapur, an Indian-American, has been officially sworn in as the US Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asia. Kapur emphasized the growing importance of US-India relations, stating it is a “more profitable” partnership.

Geopolitical tensions remain high as China issued a stern warning to the US amid the ongoing trade war, urging them to “correct your mistakes.” Similarly, former US President Donald Trump commented on India’s imports of Russian oil. The US has also imposed sanctions on Russia’s two largest oil companies, citing concerns over President Putin’s actions.

On the border, a BSF Sub-Inspector’s bravery during “Operation Sindoor” was revealed, detailing how he fought off Pakistani drones. In Durgapur, a court rejected bail pleas for six accused in a rape case, ordering their judicial custody.

This week promises a diverse selection of new content on OTT platforms. Highlights include “Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra,” a supernatural thriller set in Bengaluru starring Kalyani Priyadarshan; a fashion design competition show featuring celebrity judges like Akshay Kumar and Karan Johar; and “Lazarus,” a psychological thriller starring Sam Claflin and Bill Nighy. Other notable releases include the crime documentary “Mob War,” the Italian crime drama about the “Monster of Florence,” the horror film “Vicious” starring Dakota Fanning, and the rom-com “Param Sundari” starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor. These titles, along with others, are set to release between October 20th and 26th on Netflix, Prime Video, and JioHotstar.

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