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From Bridgerton to The Lincoln Lawyer, here’s what to stream in February 2026

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From Bridgerton to The Lincoln Lawyer, here’s what to stream in February 2026

February 2026 brings a diverse slate of entertainment across streaming platforms and cinemas, from romantic drama Bridgerton season four and legal thrills in The Lincoln Lawyer season 4 to acclaimed films like Saltburn and Foe arriving online.

Madhuri Dixit and Triptii Dimri reunite for Netflix's comedy-drama Maa Behen

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Madhuri Dixit and Triptii Dimri reunite for Netflix's comedy-drama Maa Behen

Bollywood icon Madhuri Dixit and rising star Triptii Dimri are teaming up again for the Netflix original Maa Behen, a comedy-drama about a mother-daughter bond directed by Suresh Triveni. The film also features Ravi Kishan and marks an exciting collaboration between seasoned and emerging talent.

Ram Charan welcomes twins, fans celebrate with silver gifts and sweet hampers

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Ram Charan welcomes twins, fans celebrate with silver gifts and sweet hampers

Fans of Telugu star Ram Charan proudly displayed silver coins and sweet gift hampers they received outside the hospital after the actor and his wife Upasana welcomed twins. The heartwarming celebrations followed massive fan gatherings at Apollo Hospital in Hyderabad.

Ghooskhor Pandat teaser introduces Manoj Bajpayee as corrupt officer Ajay Dixit in gritty Netflix drama

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Ghooskhor Pandat teaser introduces Manoj Bajpayee as corrupt officer Ajay Dixit in gritty Netflix drama

Netflix has unveiled the first teaser of Ghooskhor Pandat, introducing Manoj Bajpayee as Officer Ajay Dixit, a corrupt cop given one last chance at redemption. Directed by Neeraj Pandey, the film promises a hard-hitting story of power, morality, and second chances.

Did Ram Gopal Varma just take a dig at Yash’s Toxic after watching Dhurandhar 2 teaser?

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Did Ram Gopal Varma just take a dig at Yash’s Toxic after watching Dhurandhar 2 teaser?

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma praised the recently released Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge teaser and appeared to take a veiled jab at Toxic, starring Yash, suggesting the Ranveer Singh-led sequel has a stronger impact.

Chitrangda Singh says action films like Dhurandhar haven’t had female leads because of “biology,” but adds there’s room for change

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Chitrangda Singh says action films like Dhurandhar haven’t had female leads because of “biology,” but adds there’s room for change

Chitrangda Singh praises Dhurandhar and explores why action films of its violent scale are rarely led by women, citing biological and social realities, while also encouraging more female-driven action stories.

Sunny Deol and Akshaye Khanna reunite on screen after 29 years for Netflix legal drama Ikka

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Sunny Deol and Akshaye Khanna reunite on screen after 29 years for Netflix legal drama Ikka

Veteran actors Sunny Deol and Akshaye Khanna are back together nearly three decades after Border, starring in Ikka, an intense courtroom drama whose first‑look teaser was unveiled on Netflix India. The ensemble cast also includes Dia Mirza and Sanjeeda Shaikh.

Lust Stories 3 set to return on Netflix with star cast including Radhika Apte and Aditi Rao Hydari: Reports

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Lust Stories 3 set to return on Netflix with star cast including Radhika Apte and Aditi Rao Hydari: Reports

Netflix’s acclaimed anthology Lust Stories is returning for a third season featuring new directors and a star-studded cast, including Radhika Apte and Aditi Rao Hydari. Filming is complete and the series is expected to premiere in mid-2026.

Has Yami Gautam joined Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge? Here’s what we know

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Has Yami Gautam joined Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge? Here’s what we know

The first teaser of Dhurandhar: The Revenge creates massive buzz online. The sequel, led by Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar, continues to build strong anticipation ahead of its release.

Harshvardhan Rane and Milap Zaveri reunite for Bhushan Kumar’s next after Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat: Reports

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Harshvardhan Rane and Milap Zaveri reunite for Bhushan Kumar’s next after Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat: Reports

After the success of Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, Harshvardhan Rane is set to team up again with director Milap Zaveri for a new project backed by Bhushan Kumar’s T-Series. The duo’s collaboration is now in advanced pre-production, with further details expected soon.

After Flipperachi, Aditya Dhar brings Doja Cat’s music into the Dhurandhar 2 teaser

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After Flipperachi, Aditya Dhar brings Doja Cat’s music into the Dhurandhar 2 teaser

The Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge teaser, released on February 3, used a song by American artist Doja Cat, sparking praise for the music choice amid mixed reactions to the visuals. This follows the huge buzz around Bahraini rapper Flipperachi’s track from the original Dhurandhar.

Is Elvish Yadav taking a dig at Prince Narula and Maxtern amid The 50 controversy?

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Is Elvish Yadav taking a dig at Prince Narula and Maxtern amid The 50 controversy?

Elvish Yadav appears to respond indirectly to Prince Narula’s and Maxtern’s allegations on the reality show The 50 with a cryptic post about screen time. The ongoing drama stems from conversations about past disagreements and controversies involving the digital creator.

Dhurandhar 2 teaser leaves Ranveer Singh fans cheated, write: ‘Choona laga diya’

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Dhurandhar 2 teaser leaves Ranveer Singh fans cheated, write: ‘Choona laga diya’

The much-anticipated teaser of Dhurandhar 2 now titled Dhurandhar: The Revenge was released on February 3, but many fans expressed disappointment online, saying it largely reused footage from the first film’s end credits.

Kareena Kapoor proves she’s every Indian mom as she stops son Jeh with a ‘stern look’

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Kareena Kapoor proves she’s every Indian mom as she stops son Jeh with a ‘stern look’

At an ISPL match in Surat, Kareena Kapoor silenced younger son Jeh’s mischief with just a stern look, in a moment, many viewers called the ultimate “Indian mom” move. Fans took to social media, loving how relatable the Bollywood star’s parenting moment was.

Border 2’s Medha Rana on facing trolls and staying focused: You simply can’t please everybody

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Border 2’s Medha Rana on facing trolls and staying focused: You simply can’t please everybody

Border 2 actress Medha Rana opens up about dealing with online trolling and says she focuses on her work instead of negativity. She echoes co-star Varun Dhawan’s belief that it’s impossible to satisfy everyone.

Shah Rukh Khan’s heartfelt message to Adarsh Gourav at Amitabh Bachchan’s house leaves the actor emotional

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Shah Rukh Khan’s heartfelt message to Adarsh Gourav at Amitabh Bachchan’s house leaves the actor emotional

At a party at Amitabh Bachchan’s house, Shah Rukh Khan surprised Adarsh Gourav with detailed praise for his acting, making their first meeting an emotional and unforgettable experience for the young actor.

Alia Bhatt lovingly refers to her daughter Raha as the 'little lawyer,' and Ranbir Kapoor her ‘safest place’

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Alia Bhatt lovingly refers to her daughter Raha as the 'little lawyer,' and Ranbir Kapoor her ‘safest place’

Alia Bhatt shared a personal letter to her younger self in which she described husband Ranbir Kapoor as her “safest place” and best friend, and spoke lovingly about daughter Raha, calling her a spirited “little lawyer.”

Aadarsh Gourav backs Arijit Singh’s decision to quit playback singing, says he’s the most “authentic artist”

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Aadarsh Gourav backs Arijit Singh’s decision to quit playback singing, says he’s the most “authentic artist”

Actor Adarsh Gourav has backed Arijit Singh’s decision to quit playback singing, calling him an authentic artist who doesn’t care about staying relevant in the news. Arijit’s announcement has sparked widespread industry and fan reactions, with many praising his artistic integrity as he shifts focus toward independent musical pursuits.

‘How is this possible?’ Disha Patani and Khushboo Patani’s six-month age gap amuses netizens

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‘How is this possible?’ Disha Patani and Khushboo Patani’s six-month age gap amuses netizens

Netizens have taken to social media to poke fun at the apparently tiny age gap between Bollywood actress Disha Patani and her sister Khushboo Patani — listed as only six months apart — with users joking about how such a birth timeline could be possible and questioning the accuracy of online birth dates.

Abhishek Bajaj and Pranit More are back together, and this time it's for an electrifying rap song

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Abhishek Bajaj and Pranit More are back together, and this time it's for an electrifying rap song

After unfollowing each other following a Bigg Boss 19 fallout, Abhishek Bajaj and Pranit More have reconciled and been seen together in public, signaling that their friendship has been restored.

Kashish Kapoor slams Rajat Dalal’s violent slap on Digvijay Rathee in The 50, calling it “illegal”

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Kashish Kapoor slams Rajat Dalal’s violent slap on Digvijay Rathee in The 50, calling it “illegal”

Kashish Kapoor condemned Rajat Dalal’s slap on Digvijay Rathee in a promo from the reality show The 50, calling the act “illegal” and urging audiences and broadcasters to speak out against violence on national television.

Javed Akhtar hilariously roasts Farah Khan after she asks what “ektalis (41)” means

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Javed Akhtar hilariously roasts Farah Khan after she asks what “ektalis (41)” means

During a cooking vlog visit to Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi’s home, Farah Khan asked what the Hindi word “ektalis” (41) meant, prompting Akhtar to roast her for not knowing how to count in Hindi and sparking light-hearted banter that delighted viewers.

‘The 50:’ Vanshaj Singh calls out Prince Narula and Karan Patel as ‘clowns’, leaks team chat

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‘The 50:’ Vanshaj Singh calls out Prince Narula and Karan Patel as ‘clowns’, leaks team chat

Vanshaj Singh took to social media to call co-contestants Prince Narula and Karan Patel “absolute clowns,” accusing them of unfair elimination.

Fast & Furious floors it to the end as Vin Diesel announces final film, Fast Forever

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Fast & Furious floors it to the end as Vin Diesel announces final film, Fast Forever

The announcement was shared via an emotional Instagram post honoring the late Paul Walker, and Universal Pictures has officially confirmed the title and date, marking the end of the core saga that began in 2001.

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