On January 22, 2026, the entertainment world was buzzing with excitement as Timothée Chalamet and Emma Stone made waves at the Oscars, marking significant milestones in their careers. In a show of solidarity, veteran actor Kanwarjit Paintal supported Deepika Padukone’s push for more humane working hours while Jaaved Jaaferi weighed in on AR Rahman’s recent comments about the industry.
January 22, 2026, turned out to be a big day for the entertainment world, with headlines spanning Hollywood milestones, Bollywood debates, and industry nostalgia. From Rani Mukerji sharing that her parents wanted to get her married at a very young age to Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’, Timothée Chalamet and Emma Stone making history at the Oscars 2026, here are the top five buzzing stories of the day that you shouldn’t miss.
Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’, Timothée Chalamet and Emma Stone set records at the Oscars 2026
Timothée Chalamet set a new record after he got nominated in the Best Actor category at the Oscars 2026 for his film ‘Marty Supreme’. With this, he has become the youngest (age 30) male actor ever to receive three acting nominations.Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ made history with 16 nominations at the Oscars 2026. The film broke the record set by movies like ‘All About Eve’, ‘Titanic’, and ‘La La Land’, with 14 nominations.Emma Stone has been nominated in the Best Actress category for her film ‘Bugonia’. The movie is also racing to bag the Best Picture award. With this at just 37, she has seven Oscar nominations to her credit, a new achievement surpassing the legend Meryl Streep, who had scored the same at the age of 38.
Veteran actor Kanwarjit Paintal backs Deepika Padukone’s 8-hour shift demand
Deepika Padukone’s exit from Sandeep Vanga Reddy’s ‘Spirit’ sparked discussion about 8-hour work shifts in the film industry. While several have expressed their opinions, veteran actor Kanwarjit Paintal supported her demand, recalling that film sets once operated with shorter schedules.The film veteran added that 12- to 14-hour shifts have become the norm, especially on TV sets. He went on to express that such shifts take a toll on actors’ performances and creative energy.
Jaaved Jaaferi reacts to AR Rahman’s industry remarks
Veteran actor Jaaved Jaaferi has reacted to music maestro AR Rahman’s recent statement about not getting much work in the Hindi film industry due to communal reasons. The actor shared that the changes showcase broader shifts in technology, audience behavior, and approach towards storytelling. He expressed that the emergence of digital space has reduced the attention span of the audience. With that, according to Jaaferi, the creative priorities have also been altered. The actor also stated that the business mindset is shaping the content that is being produced.
Rumors about Vicky Kaushal and the ‘Uri’ link to ‘Dhurandhar 2’ shot down
Several reports suggested that Vicky Kaushal’s ‘Uri’ character will be making an appearance in ‘Dhurandhar 2’. This sparked excitement among the fans of the film. Now, new reports have denied any connection between the two movies. Sources close to the production told the publication that the rumors are baseless. Meanwhile, ‘Dhurandhar 2’, starring Ranveer Singh, is scheduled for a March 19, 2026, release with its own distinct storyline.
Rani Mukerji reveals her parents wanted her to get married at a young age
Rani Mukerji, in conversation with Karan Johar, shared that she never thought she would be pursuing a career in her life. The actress revealed that her parents were of the thought that responsibilities of the family were meant to be taken by her brother. Rani Mukerji shared, “I think with me, it was very clear. They were wanting to get me married at a very young age. But destiny had other plans for me.” Go to Source
