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10 K-DRAMAS FROM 2026 THAT TOOK OVER OUR SCREENS
We’re only halfway through 2026, but K-dramas have already delivered one hit after another. From swoon-worthy romances and addictive comedies to fantasy adventures and emotional stories, this year’s releases have kept fans glued to their screens. Every few weeks, it seems like a new drama arrives and instantly becomes the one everyone is talking about, filling social media with edits, fan theories, and endless recommendations.Here are 10 of the 2026 K-dramas that audiences s
Arpita Nayak
2 days ago3 min read


NETFLIX ANNOUNCES ‘KPOP DEMON HUNTERS’ GLOBAL TOUR
Netflix has revealed a global concert tour for its hit animated film KPop Demon Hunters, teaming up with AEG Presents to bring the movie’s arena-style performances to live audiences next year Pic Credit: Kpopdemonhunters, Netflix Instagram The announcement came during Netflix’s 2026 Upfronts presentation on Wednesday, where Netflix president of ad sales Amy Reinhard spotlighted the film’s strong worldwide popularity. “Obviously, nothing has captured the world’s attention quit

E2 Correspondent
May 182 min read


'CHIRAIYA' SERIES REVIEW
Chiraiya , the new JioHotstar series, pulls you into the quiet horror of marital rape, a crime not committed on the streets but inside a so called “respectable” middle class home. Divya Dutta plays Kamlesh, the dutiful daughter‑in‑law who starts questioning everything when her sister‑in‑law Pooja , reveals that her husband is forcing himself on her night after night. Pic Credit: JioHotstar Instagram The show’s strength lies in how it makes the abnormal feel normal,until it be
Aditi Shankar
Apr 101 min read


RAM GOPAL VARMA MARKS RARE BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION WITH INDUSTRY ACCLAIM
The maverick filmmaker’s milestone evening saw Isha Koppikar and other industry names celebrate his enduring impact on cinema. The Birthday Boy! Ram Gopal Varma, known for redefining cinematic narratives, celebrated his birthday with great enthusiasm for the first time. The evening was not merely a celebration but a reflection of evolving cinema and creative collaborations, with conversations centred around the future of storytelling and innovation in filmmaking. Having men
Lipika Varma
Apr 92 min read


EMOTION OVER SHOCK
In her upcoming JioHotstar series Mrs. Deshpande , Madhuri Dixit Nene steps into unfamiliar territory, choosing emotional complexity over graphic sensationalism Madhuri Dixit Nene Madhuri Dixit says her approach to portraying a convicted serial killer in Mrs. Deshpande was never about shock or spectacle, but about understanding the emotional layers of a deeply complex woman. Speaking in a recent media interview, the actress emphasised that the series consciously steers away
Ajuli Tulsyan
Dec 15, 20252 min read


REGIONAL OTT: INDIA’S NEW STORYTELLERS
From Bengal’s bylanes to Punjab’s heartlands, a quiet revolution is playing out on screens across India. Regional OTT platforms are not...
Ajuli Tulsyan
Sep 22, 20253 min read


AYESHA KADUSKAR’S INDORE CONNECT
Ayesha Kaduskar There’s something undeniably magical about how our roots shape us—the places we call home, the memories we cherish, and...

E2 Correspondent
Feb 5, 20252 min read


DARK STORIES ARE ESSENTIAL FOR SURVIVAL: JIMMY SHERGILL
Jimmy Sheirgill takes on the role of a police officer in Sikandar Ka Muqadda r, a gripping thriller directed by Neeraj Pandey. Released...

E2 Correspondent
Dec 2, 20242 min read


DO PATTI: A CRIME THRILLER THAT FAILS TO FIND ITS RHYTHM
Shashanka Chaturvedi’s Do Patti , featuring the powerhouse duo Kajol and Kriti Sanon, attempts to weave a layered narrative tackling...
Ajuli Tulsyan
Nov 16, 20242 min read
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