The vessel, identified as AL-MADINA, was found to be carrying nine crew members, all of them Pakistani nationals.

Pushpa 2: The Rule is releasing as Pushpa Kunrin on January 16. Ahead of its release, Allu Arjun who is presently in Japan has been actively promoting the film in the country. Geek Pictures and Shochiku have joined hands with Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings to take the Pushpa phenomenon to Japanese cinemas. The film is slated for a grand release across nearly 250 screens in Japan.

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Icon Star @alluarjun is giving B2B interviews to the Japanese media marking the release of #Pushpa2TheRule â�¤‍🔥

Grand release in Japan on January 16th 💥💥#Pushpa2#WildFirePushpa#Pushpa2InJapan #PushpaKunrin

Icon Star @alluarjun @iamRashmika @aryasukku #FahadhFaasil… pic.twitter.com/fYVHbCutef

— Pushpa (@PushpaMovie) January 15, 2026

Allu Arjun, Rashmika bring Pushpa fever to Japan

Allu Arjun recently landed in Tokyo ahead of the film’s release. The Icon Star, as he is fondly called by fans, received a warm reception by the fans. Rashmika Mandanna too joined Allu Arjun to further push the film’s visibility. The makers shared pictures of Allu Arjun and Rashmika actively promoting his film. With Allu Arjun and Rashmika’s arrival in Japan, the excitement around the release is palpable. Photos and videos of the actors interacting with various media outlets have appeared on social media. Sharing the pictures, the makers wrote, “Icon Star @alluarjunonline is giving B2B interviews to the Japanese media marking the release of #Pushpa2TheRule Grand release in Japan on January 16th #Pushpa2 #WildFirePushpa #Pushpa2InJapan #PushpaKunrin.”

Telugu films get significant traction

Over the last years, Telugu films have gained significant traction in Japan, and are transforming the Indian film market in Japan. Films like RRR, Baahubali series, and Kalki 2898 AD have drawn huge crowds and created dedicated fan bases extending beyond Indian shores. Pushpa 2: The Rule, which is releasing on January 16 is also following suit. After the action entertainer became a blockbuster at various international venues minting nearly Rs 1800 crore worldwide, the makers are hoping that the Allu Arjun-starrer would strongly resonate with audiences and enjoy a successful theatrical run in the country. The release of the Sukumar directorial marks a strong trend of Indian cinema’s global growth, fueled by strong marketing and fan enthusiasm.

As Bridgerton gears up for its highly anticipated fourth season, all eyes are on Benedict Bridgerton and his romantic arc with Sophie Baek. In an exclusive conversation with Filmfare, Luke Thompson and Yerin Ha opened up about character growth, personal anxieties and what makes Season 4 a turning point for the fan-favourite series.

For Yerin Ha, stepping into the Bridgerton universe as Sophie came with understandable nerves. Joining a cast that has already built years of chemistry and off-screen friendships can be daunting, something the actor acknowledged. “The fear of it before you’re there is a lot louder, but then when you’re in it, it’s actually fine. At least with this group of people anyways,” she shared. Yerin admitted she was worried about disrupting the dynamic, adding, “I was nervous and I didn’t want to feel like I was breaking up the group or like slotting myself in.”

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Luke Thompson, meanwhile, offered insight into Benedict Bridgerton’s evolving mindset in Season 4. Everyone knows, he is known for his artistic spirit and resistance to societal expectations. Now, Benedict finds himself at a crossroads. “Maybe all his life, he’s seen it exactly as what you say, duty, and as a sort of negative thing. He’s seen it as a sort of burden to try and dodge or steer clear of,” Luke explained.

Season 4, however, challenges that outlook. “I think the venture that he goes on this season is about slowly realising that there’s huge value and meaning and excitement to fulfilling some sort of duty,” he said. “I mean, it’s not really duty, is it? But it is commitment… really taking something seriously and facing life down the barrel a little bit.”

The fourth season of Bridgerton will premiere in two batches – Part 1 on January 29 and Part 2 on February 26, 2026.

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