Kannada film 'Belaku' crosses ₹50 crore at the box office
The Dasara-season family drama has become one of the highest-grossing Kannada films of the year, with strong weekend footfall across Karnataka.
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Dasara fashion: Mysore silk and Ilkal handloom sarees make a comeback
Weavers from Mysuru and Ilkal report brisk demand for handloom and pure silk sarees as buyers move away from mass-produced wear.
Dasara playlists: Kannada folk-fusion tracks dominate streaming charts
Folk and fusion remixes by independent Kannada artists are among the most-streamed songs of the festive season.
Hampi Utsav 2026 bookings open with new heritage night tours
Tourism officials said the festival will include illuminated monument walks, craft villages and expanded shuttle services from Hosapete.
Bollywood's Deepavali release clash: three big films lock dates
Trade analysts expect screen-sharing negotiations to go down to the wire as an action drama, a comedy and a period film target the same weekend.
OTT series on Western Ghats coffee growers wins top honour at Busan
The six-part drama, shot over two seasons in Chikkamagaluru, was praised for its restrained storytelling and local cast.
Yoga at sunrise: Cubbon Park sessions draw thousands
Free weekend sessions organised by volunteers and the horticulture department have become a ritual for families and office-goers alike.
Ranga Shankara to host three-day Kannada theatre festival in November
Twelve productions in Kannada and English, including two by college troupes, will be staged at the Bengaluru theatre.