Gautami Patil

The trailer of 'The Maharashtra Files', directed by Sanjivkumar Rathod, was launched on May 18. The Marathi film is a bold political drama revolving around corruption, land acquisition, and the misuse of power. Featuring Mangesh Desai, Usha Nadkarni, and Sayaji Shinde, the film is set to release on May 29, 2026.

Utkarsh will be seen working with Gautami for the first time. Gautami will feature as a lead in his music video. Adarsh will lend his voice for the music video.

A video has emerged showing Maharashtra minister Abdul Sattar allegedly instructing the police to use force, including 'breaking the bones' of revelers, to control a crowd during a dance show organized on his birthday in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. The incident occurred during a performance by popular dancer gautami patil. Sattar, affiliated with the Shiv Sena, represents the Sillod assembly constituency and serves as the Minority Development Minister. The opposition criticized Sattar for his language in the video, where he can be seen instructing the police via a microphone from the stage.

Shiv Sena Minister Abdul Sattar courted controversy by ordering a lathi charge at his birthday event in Sillod. Folk dancer gautami patil performed before Sattar instructed the police to beat the crowds until their back bones break. A video of Sattar giving verbal orders went viral. The Congress demanded action against Sattar, who is the state's Minority Development minister.

BJP MLA Prashant Bamb from Maharashtra faced mixed reactions after a video of him dancing to 'Khaike paan Banaras wala' went viral. While some praised his moves, others criticized him for celebrating while farmers in Marathwada face crop losses. Bamb defended the act, saying it was part of an annual event for party workers.

Bigg Boss Marathi season 6 is set to premiere on January 11, 2026, with Ritiesh Deshmukh hosting and a 'Hell and Heaven' theme. Confirmed contestants include Sagar Karande, Sanket Pathak, Anushree Mane, Deepali Sayed, Radha Mumbaikar, and Rasika Jamsudkar. Following season 5's record TRPs, anticipation is high for this new installment.

Maharashtra's dahi handi festival showcased political undertones with chief minister Eknath Shinde defending his Ladki Bahin scheme amidst celebrations in Mumbai and Thane. Political influence was evident with prominent leaders attending events, and issues like women's security highlighted. Despite festive spirit, there were instances of children facing injuries, drawing attention to safety violations.