Film News Today — September 16, 2026

The world of cinema is abuzz with exciting developments, as filmmakers and industry professionals converge on various festivals and events. In the realm of new productions, John Abraham has begun shooting Ribhu Dasgupta's psychological thriller 'Guru', adding to the growing list of anticipated releases. Meanwhile, countries are making their picks for the Oscars' International Features race, with Spain selecting 'La Bola Negra' and Indonesia choosing Kamila Andini's 'Four Seasons in Java' to represent their nations.

As the film industry continues to evolve, technology and creativity are intersecting in innovative ways. Peter Jackson's Weta FX will be discussing the role of AI in the industry at Netflix's Creative Asia event in Busan, where 'Possible Love' will be spotlighted. The Busan festival is also announcing its jury members for various awards, including Mecenat, Sonje, Netpac, and Fipresci. Additionally, Cate Blanchett will be attending the Tokyo Festival for the Japan premiere of Displacement Film Fund shorts, highlighting the ongoing connections between film, art, and culture. With these events and announcements, it's clear that the world of cinema is vibrant and full of new possibilities.

Today's signal:
• John Abraham Starts Shooting Ribhu Dasgupta’s Psychological Thriller ‘Guru’ (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• Oscars: Spain Selects ‘La Bola Negra’ for International Features Race (variety.com)
• Peter Jackson’s Weta FX to Talk AI as Netflix’s Creative Asia Spotlights ‘Possible Love’ in Busan (variety.com)
• Busan Names Jury Members for Mecenat, Sonje, Netpac, Fipresci Awards (variety.com)
• Oscars: Indonesia Selects Kamila Andini’s ‘Four Seasons in Java’ for International Feature Race (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• Cate Blanchett to Attend Tokyo Festival for Japan Premiere of Displacement Film Fund Shorts (variety.com)