Robin Williams’ children reactivate his Instagram to protect his legacy against AI deepfakes – CNBC TV18

In TrendsSensex TodayUS-Iran WarCrude Oil PricesRupee vs DollarDelhi Lakshmi YojanaRobin Williams’ children reactivate his Instagram to protect his legacy against AI deepfakesZak (43), Zelda (37), and Cody Williams (34) announced the account’s return in a joint statement, aiming to make the platform a safe, verified space for authentic content as unauthorised AI recreations continue to…

KKR to buy minority stake in BookMyShow to back live entertainment expansion – CNBC TV18

In TrendsSensex TodayUS-Iran WarCrude Oil PricesRupee vs DollarDelhi Lakshmi YojanaKKR to buy minority stake in BookMyShow to back live entertainment expansionKKR will acquire a minority stake in BookMyShow to expand its live entertainment business. The deal supports BookMyShow’s growth in India’s entertainment sector.By Anshul August 19, 2026, 10:35:53 AM IST (Updated)Global investment firm KKR will…

US-Iran War Live Updates: UAE suspends all trade with Iran after alleged missile strikes on shipping

US-Iran War Live Updates: UAE suspends all trade with Iran after alleged missile strikes on shippingBy CNBCTV18.com August 19, 2026, 9:44:44 AM IST (Updated)The UAE’s Foreign Ministry announced it was suspending all trade, commercial exchange and financial transactions with Iran until further notice, after accusing Tehran of launching two ballistic missiles at maritime traffic.US-Iran War…

PVR founder Ajay Bijli makes music debut with three-song EP ‘On Another Note…’ – CNBC TV18

In TrendsSensex TodayUS-Iran WarPaytm Block DealRupeePVR founder Ajay Bijli makes music debut with three-song EP ‘On Another Note…’Released on August 18 and distributed by Warner Music India, the EP features Bijli’s vocals, music composed by Amit Trivedi and lyrics written by Shellee.By CNBCTV18.com August 19, 2026, 12:13:37 AM IST (Published)Ajay Bijli, founder of PVR and…

Microdramas boom in a shrinking Hollywood as studios chase a TikTok audience – CNBC TV18

In TrendsSensex TodayUS-Iran WarPaytm Block DealRupeeMicrodramas boom in a shrinking Hollywood as studios chase a TikTok audienceWhen Craig Williams opened his production facility in downtown Los Angeles two years ago, he thought he would rent out the converted furniture warehouse for the occasional music video to sustain his fledgling film business.By Reuters August 18, 2026,…

Chinese film mocked as ‘terrible’ surges to $2.5 million after viewers recommend it as a prank – CNBC TV18

In TrendsSensex TodayUS-Iran WarPaytm Block DealRupeeChinese film mocked as ‘terrible’ surges to $2.5 million after viewers recommend it as a prankChinese animated film Niu Lai, mocked online for its rudimentary visuals, has become a box-office hit after sarcastic reviews and prank recommendations drove a surge in moviegoers.By AP August 18, 2026, 1:59:51 PM IST (Published)The…

Paramount seeks $1.88 billion bond from 12 states over Warner Bros merger – CNBC TV18

In TrendsSensex TodayUS-Iran WarReliance Industries sharesNifty OutlookStocks to WatchParamount seeks $1.88 billion bond from 12 states over Warner Bros mergerParamount Skydance has asked 12 US states to post a $1.88 billion bond over their antitrust lawsuit seeking to block its $110 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery transaction.By Bloomberg August 18, 2026, 7:09:40 AM IST…