Bad Bunny dominated the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards, becoming the night’s most celebrated artist after winning Album of the Year for “Debi Tirar Mas Fotos.” This victory marked his first recognition in one of the general categories, a milestone highlighted by Variety. Entering the 26th annual ceremony with an impressive 12 nominations, he went on to secure several major wins tied to his latest project, reinforcing his status as one of Latin music’s most influential figures.
His album proved to be a standout across urban categories. The track “DtMF” earned both Best Urban/Urban Fusion Performance and Best Urban Song, demonstrating the project’s strong creative and commercial impact. Meanwhile, “Voy A Llevarte Pa PR” captured Best Reggaeton Performance, adding to his growing collection of genre-defining accolades. Beyond the individual tracks, “Debi Tirar Mas Fotos” also won Best Urban Music Album, solidifying its reputation as one of the year’s most successful and innovative releases.
During his acceptance speech, Bad Bunny expressed deep pride in representing Puerto Rico through his music. He highlighted the many artists who contributed to the album’s creation, including Chuwi, with whom he had performed “Weltita” earlier in the night. His remarks emphasized unity, cultural pride, and the collaborative spirit behind the project.
While Bad Bunny enjoyed a sweeping night, the top categories featured fierce competition. Karol G took home Song of the Year for “Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido,” a track that resonated worldwide. Alejandro Sanz earned Record of the Year for “Palmeras En El Jardin,” adding another achievement to his storied career. These wins demonstrated the diversity and depth of talent showcased at this year’s ceremony.
Another major highlight of the evening was the success of Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso. Their work received extensive recognition across alternative and visual categories, including awards for Best Pop Song, Best Alternative Music Album, Best Alternative Song, Best Short Form Music Video, and Best Long Form Music Video. Their project “Papota” emerged as one of the year’s most creative and critically praised bodies of work. In addition to these victories, Paloma Morphy received significant attention as she was named Best New Artist, marking her arrival as a rising voice in Latin music.
The ceremony celebrated a wide spectrum of musical styles, ranging from rock and tropical genres to jazz, folk, and regional music. Artists such as Natalia Lafourcade, Los Tigres Del Norte, Ruben Blades, Vicente García, and Chucho Valdés were among those recognized for their exceptional contributions to their respective genres. From powerful singer-songwriter compositions to vibrant regional performances, the event showcased the richness, diversity, and evolving nature of Latin music. The 2025 Latin Grammy Awards reflected a dynamic year filled with artistic experimentation, cultural expression, and landmark achievements, with Bad Bunny’s groundbreaking album standing at the center of the evening’s most memorable moments.
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Bollywood star Salman Khan is facing legal action after a complaint was lodged against him in the Kota Consumer Court, alleging that advertisements for a popular pan masala brand he endorses were misleading. The complaint was filed by senior BJP leader and Rajasthan High Court advocate Inder Mohan Singh Honey, who has requested a ban on such advertisements. Following the filing, the Kota Consumer Court issued notices to Salman Khan, asking for a formal response.
The complaint claims that the makers of Rajshree Pan Masala and Salman Khan have misled consumers by promoting the product as “saffron-infused cardamom” and “saffron-infused pan masala.” The petitioner questioned the authenticity of these claims, noting that saffron, priced at nearly Rs 4 lakh per kilogram, could not realistically be included in a product sold for Rs 5. Additionally, the complaint highlighted concerns about the influence of such advertisements on youth, pointing out that pan masala consumption is linked to rising cancer cases.
“The company, Rajshree Pan Masala, and its brand ambassador Salman Khan claim the product contains saffron and encourage young people to consume it. Salman Khan is a role model for many. We have filed a complaint in the Kota Consumer Court, and notices have been issued for a hearing,” Advocate Honey told ANI.
He added, “In other countries, celebrities do not promote products like cold drinks, yet here they are promoting tobacco and pan masala. I urge them not to send the wrong message to the youth, as pan masala is a leading cause of mouth cancer.” The Kota Consumer Court has acknowledged the complaint and scheduled a hearing for November 27, 2025. Responses from both Salman Khan and the company are still pending.
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Politician and actor Ravi Kishan achieved a major milestone at the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2025, earning the Best Actor in a Supporting Role award for his performance in Laapataa Ladies. The film festival’s official social media handle confirmed the news, celebrating his win as part of India’s most prestigious event honoring excellence in cinema, art, culture, and heritage.
The ceremony took place on October 30, 2025, at the NSCI Dome, SVP Stadium, Mumbai. Expressing gratitude after the win, Ravi Kishan dedicated the award to his parents, saying, “I received this through my parents’ blessings, my supporters’ love, and the grace of Guru Gorakhnath Baba. I draw inspiration from Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. I’m deeply grateful to everyone.” Following the announcement, fans gathered outside his Gorakhpur residence to congratulate him, as he continues his campaign ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections.
Earlier, Ravi Kishan also won his first Filmfare Award for the same film in Gujarat, calling it the result of 33 years of dedication to acting. Overcome with emotion, he said, “I had longed for this for 33 years. People used to think such awards were bought, but that’s not true. I always believed in myself and in Lord Shiva. I thank Kiran Rao for believing in me.” Laapataa Ladies, directed by Kiran Rao and produced by Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao, and Jyoti Deshpande, features Nitanshi Goel, Sparsh Shrivastava, and Pratibha Ranta in lead roles.
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Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has expressed heartfelt pride and affection for his grandson Agastya Nanda, who is set to make his feature film debut in the upcoming war drama Ikkis. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Sriram Raghavan, the film tells the extraordinary true story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, India’s youngest Param Vir Chakra awardee, who displayed unmatched courage during the Indo-Pak war.
After watching the film’s trailer, Amitabh Bachchan took to X (formerly Twitter) to pen an emotional note reflecting on Agastya’s journey from childhood to stardom. “Agastya! I held you in my hands when you were born... and today you play in theatres all over the world. You are special. All my prayers and blessings to you — may you bring glory to your work and pride to our family,” the actor wrote, expressing deep love and admiration.
The recently unveiled trailer showcases Agastya Nanda as the young, valiant Arun Khetarpal, charting his journey from the National Defence Academy to the battlefield, where he fought with unparalleled bravery. The glimpse reveals his determination to earn the Param Vir Chakra, moments of intense training, and a tender romantic subplot that adds emotional depth to the war narrative. The trailer also highlights Khetarpal’s iconic tank, “Famagusta,” which he commanded during the war, and features veteran actor Dharmendra as his father. Jaideep Ahlawat plays an army officer who praises Khetarpal as a shining example for both the Indian and Pakistani armies.
Ending on a powerful note, the trailer echoes Khetarpal’s legendary final words: “No, Sir. I will not abandon my tank. My gun is still working. I’ll get these b**rds.” Produced by Dinesh Vijan, Ikkis also stars Simar Bhatia, alongside Dharmendra and Jaideep Ahlawat. The film promises to be an inspiring tribute to courage, sacrifice, and patriotism — and is scheduled to release in December 2025.
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Drake’s defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar’s diss track Not Like Us has been dismissed by a New York federal judge. The judge ruled that the song’s insults, part of a heated rap battle, were not meant to be taken literally. UMG welcomed the decision, calling the suit an “affront to artists’ creative expression,” while Drake plans to appeal the ruling. The label also noted that Drake himself had encouraged and participated in the feud with Lamar.
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In the episode of ‘Culture Club,’ Melanie Oliveiro chats with Claire Javier, an emerging indie-pop singer-songwriter, about her music, focusing on her latest single, “Easy.” Javier shares the story behind the dreamy and playful track, which captures the surreal feeling of a past romance. The Filipino-Singaporean artist also discusses her other single, “Misbehave,” her experiences performing live, and her evolution from introspective songwriting to a more narrative and confessional style. To explore more Singaporean artists like Claire Javier, visit Hear65.com, an initiative by the National Arts Council, produced by independent music media company Bandwagon.
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The 2025 Emmy Award nominations are out, with Severance leading the pack with 27 nominations. The Penguin follows closely with 24, while The Studio and The White Lotus each earned 23 nods, highlighting the top contenders in television over the past year. Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng discuss the most unexpected omissions and surprise nominations with Dr. Nasya Bahfen, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Politics, Media, and Philosophy at La Trobe University.
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He’s spent a full day submerged in slime, stayed underground for 48 hours, and given away huge sums of money to fortunate contestants. But are MrBeast’s videos just clever clickbait – or bold experiments in creative innovation?
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New Zealand artist Marlon Williams dedicated five years to creating his latest album, Te Whare Tīwekaweka, which is sung entirely in the Māori language. Its release comes at a politically charged time, as the current coalition government in New Zealand restricts the use of Māori in public services and recently suspended three MPs for performing a haka in protest of a bill seen as undermining Indigenous rights. Williams discusses with Reged Ahmad the experience of performing in his first language on a global stage and also shares a live performance of a song from the album at the Guardian Australia studio.
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