This week in entertainment news sees a mix of Bollywood excitement and international family drama. Sunny Deol's highly anticipated "Border 2" has finally hit theaters, while India's Oscar hopeful, "Homebound," has unfortunately been eliminated from contention. On the other side of the globe, the Beckham family is embroiled in a public controversy, with accusations of controlling behavior and strained relationships dominating headlines.
Sunny Deol's "Border 2" Arrives in Theaters
The sequel to the 1997 hit film "Border", "Border 2" was released on January 23, 2026, and has been creating significant buzz. Starring Sunny Deol, along with Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty, the film is directed by Anurag Singh and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, J. P. Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta. "Border 2" is set against the backdrop of the 1971 India-Pakistan War and expands upon its predecessor by showcasing the combined operations of the Indian Armed Forces.
Critics and audiences alike have responded positively to the film. Taran Adarsh, a trade analyst, gave the movie 4.5 out of 5 stars, calling it an "emotionally charged war epic" and lauded Sunny Deol's performance. Bollywood Hungama also gave it 4.5 stars, praising the direction, performances, and action sequences. Trisha Gaur from KoiMoi gave the film 3.5 stars, highlighting Sunny Deol's screen presence and Diljit Dosanjh's emotional performance. Some reviews noted that the film's visual effects could be improved and that its length could be shorter.
"Border 2" is expected to be available on Netflix after its theatrical run.
"Homebound" Fails to Secure Oscar Nomination
"Homebound", a film produced by Karan Johar and starring Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa, has missed out on a nomination for Best International Feature Film at the 2026 Oscars. The movie, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, explores caste and religious biases in India. It follows the story of two friends from oppressed backgrounds struggling to find their place in society during the COVID-19 lockdown.
The nominations for the 98th Academy Awards were announced on January 22, 2026. The films nominated in the Best International Feature Film category are "The Secret Agent" (Brazil), "It Was Just an Accident" (France), "Sentimental Value" (Norway), "Sirat" (Spain), and "The Voice of Hind Rajab" (Tunisia).
Despite not receiving an Oscar nomination, "Homebound" premiered at the Cannes International Film Festival and has been lauded as one of the finest Indian films in recent years. The film is currently available for streaming on Netflix.
Beckham Family Drama Unfolds
The Beckham family is currently facing a public feud, primarily involving Brooklyn Beckham and his parents, David and Victoria Beckham. Brooklyn has accused his parents of "controlling" and "inappropriate" behavior, alleging that they have tried to sabotage his relationship with his wife, Nicola Peltz. He also stated that his mother hijacked his first dance with Nicola at their wedding.
The conflict reportedly began after Nicola Peltz chose not to wear a wedding dress designed by Victoria Beckham. Brooklyn claims that Victoria cancelled making Nicola's wedding dress at the last minute. Other points of contention include the seating arrangements at the wedding and accusations of inauthentic relationships and performative social media posts. David Beckham has made oblique references to "mistakes" his children have made on social media.
