Another week has passed, and after many interesting events that have captured our attention, we are preparing for a brand new beginning. Ahead of the new week, let’s take a look at the top news stories that generated the most buzz.
Top important news of this week
1. Release date of Shahrukh Khan King
After the massive success of Pathan, Shah Rukh Khan and director Siddharth Anand are all set to reunite on the big screen with their upcoming film King. The makers have now officially announced the release date of the film with a special glimpse.
In the latest video, King is confirmed to release on December 24, 2026, coinciding with Christmas. The action-packed film stars Suhana Khan in the co-lead role, along with Abhishek Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukherjee, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff and Arshad Warsi in supporting roles.
According to ongoing speculations, the film is said to be heavily inspired by Luc Besson’s action thriller Leon: The Professional. The film, starring Shah Rukh Khan in the lead, will have music composed by Anirudh Ravichander, marking his second collaboration with the actor after Jawan.
2. Brooklyn Beckham vents anger at parents, citing no possibility of reconciliation
After years of speculation of a strained relationship with the son of his parents, David and Victoria Beckham, Brooklyn Beckham has reportedly written a note attacking them. The professional photographer accused his parents of trying to sabotage his relationship with his now-wife Nicola Peltz.
The 26-year-old shared detailed accounts of the events surrounding his wedding on social media, including an incident in which he reminded his mother of allegedly hijacking his dance with his wife. Brooklyn claimed that Victoria danced inappropriately with her in front of the guests, and said that she had never felt so humiliated in her life.
He further alleged that Victoria called him “nasty” during the wedding planning stage because he had decided to include his grandmother and Nicola’s grandmother at their wedding table.
Responding to the situation, David Beckham later said that children sometimes make mistakes on social media and added that he believes in allowing his children to learn from their mistakes.
3. CBFC is yet to take a final decision on the certification of Jana Naygan
Thalapathy Vijay-starrer Jana Nayagan is yet to release in theaters as it was initially scheduled to release on January 9, 2026, coinciding with Pongal. With the matter still unresolved, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has clarified that the 14 cuts previously suggested to producers were only an “arbitrary” decision, and the final verdict is still pending.
Reports also suggest that the film may face problems with its streaming partner due to uncertainty over its release date.
For those unaware, Jana Nayakan is a political action drama that has been announced as the final cinematic presentation of Thalapathy Vijay. Directed by H. Vinoth, the film stars Bobby Deol, Mamita Baiju and Pooja Hegde in co-lead roles.
4. Michael B Jordan starrer Sinners creates history, film gets 16 nominations at Oscars 2026
The Oscars 2026 nominations were officially announced by the Academy earlier this week, with The Sinners making history. Michael B. The Jordan-starring film received nominations in 16 categories, becoming the most nominated film in a year.
Director Ryan Coogler’s supernatural thriller beats the previous record of 14 nominations held by All About Eve, Titanic and La La Land. Coogler, Jordan and Wunmi Mosaku were nominated in their respective directing, writing and acting categories.
