It’s a busy day in the film world, with the 2026 awards season and some high-stakes box office movements making headlines. Here is the latest 'filmi' news from around the globe for February 24, 2026: Awards & Global Recognition BAFTA 2026 Honors: The 79th British Academy Film Awards recently paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Dharmendra, who passed away in late 2025. Hema Malini shared an emotional message today, thanking the Academy for recognizing the 'He-Man' of Indian cinema. Historic Win for 'Boong': In a massive moment for Indian regional cinema, the Manipuri film Boong won at the BAFTAs. Prime Minister Modi issued a congratulatory statement today, hailing it as a turning point for diverse Indian voices on the global stage. Box Office Buzz 'O Romeo' Performance: The Vishal Bhardwaj directorial starring Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri is seeing a dip in its second week. As of today, it has collected approximately ₹57.45 crore in India, with its worldwide total crossing ₹90 crore. 'Wuthering Heights' Global Run: Emerald Fennell’s adaptation (starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi) continues to dominate the global charts, recently crossing the $150 million mark worldwide despite mixed critical reviews. 'Mardaani 3' Milestone: Rani Mukerji’s Mardaani 3 is set to hit the ₹50 crore mark at the Indian box office today. While it's the highest-grossing film of the franchise, reports suggest it's still struggling to reach 'hit' status due to its high budget. Latest Production Updates YRF’s 'Alpha': Putting all 'direct-to-OTT' rumors to rest, Yash Raj Films confirmed today that the Alia Bhatt and Sharvari starrer Alpha will have a full theatrical release, reportedly bypassing a massive ₹215 crore streaming offer from Netflix. 'American Psycho' Remake: Hollywood is buzzing with news of an American Psycho remake. However, reports today suggest several A-list actors are passing on the lead role, fearing the comparison to Christian Bale's iconic performance. 'Cocktail 2': Kriti Sanon, currently in London for fashion events, confirmed that she is awaiting the release of Cocktail 2, which will feature a fresh trio: herself, Shahid Kapoor, and Rashmika Mandanna. Quick Bites: Celebrity Weddings: Fans are closely following the 'VIROSH' wedding as Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna reportedly head to Udaipur for their festivities. Digital Trends: The national-security thriller Scare Out has become a massive digital phenomenon, exceeding $120 million in revenue within its first week and racking up over 10 billion views on social platforms. note: check the fact check these ar ai genearated news, it may be incorrect sometimes.