Top 5 Entertainment Trends Today: Golden Globes 2026 & Box Office Hits | TrendingShark

The entertainment landscape is buzzing today, Monday, January 12, 2026, as the 83rd Golden Globe Awards wrapped up with historic wins and stunning red-carpet moments. While Hollywood celebrates its finest, the global box office is witnessing a monumental clash between Indian cinema's biggest titans and international blockbusters. From Timothée Chalamet's first major win to Prabhas' record-breaking streak, here are the five trending entertainment topics dominating the headlines today.

1. Golden Globes 2026: 'Hamnet' and 'One Battle After Another' Sweep Top Honors

The 2026 Golden Globe Awards have officially set the tone for the upcoming Oscar season. Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another emerged as the night's biggest winner in the Musical/Comedy categories, securing four trophies including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.
On the dramatic side, Chloé Zhao’s Hamnet pulled off a massive upset, defeating the fan-favorite Sinners to take home Best Motion Picture – Drama. Lead actress Jessie Buckley also secured a win for her performance in the film, solidifying her status as a frontrunner for the Academy Awards.
Key Winners at a Glance:
Best Actor (Musical/Comedy): Timothée Chalamet (Marty Supreme)
Best Actress (Musical/Comedy): Rose Byrne (If I Had Legs I’d Kick You)
Best Director: Paul Thomas Anderson (One Battle After Another)
Best Animated Film: KPop Demon Hunters

2. Timothée Chalamet and Owen Cooper Make History

The night was defined by "firsts." Timothée Chalamet finally clinched his first Golden Globe for his role in the sports comedy-drama Marty Supreme. After four previous nominations, the 30-year-old actor received a standing ovation from industry veterans like Leonardo DiCaprio and George Clooney.

Even more historic was the win by Owen Cooper. At just 16 years old, Cooper became the youngest actor ever to win a Golden Globe, Emmy, and Critics Choice Award for his role in the searing teen saga Adolescence. His win for Best Supporting Actor has sparked conversations about the rising generation of talent taking over Hollywood.

3. Box Office Battle: 'The Raja Saab' vs. 'Dhurandhar'

However, Dhurandhar remains a formidable force. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film has crossed the ₹800 crore mark globally in its sixth week. Legendary filmmaker Subhash Ghai recently took to social media to praise Dhar’s "artistic craft," noting that the film’s portrayal of real-life anti-terror operations has "rewritten the rules of Bollywood."
"You deserve beyond congratulations for making this artistic craft of cinema at a commercial platform," Ghai shared on Instagram.

In India, the box office is on fire as the festive season of Pongal and Makar Sankranti approaches. Prabhas' latest supernatural entertainer, The Raja Saab, has scripted history by earning a staggering ₹64 crore on its opening day in India, comfortably beating the opening records of Ranveer Singh’s spy thriller Dhurandhar.

4. Priyanka Chopra and Lisa Manobal’s Viral Red Carpet Moment

Global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas continues to be a bridge between East and West. At the Golden Globes, Priyanka turned heads in a stunning off-shoulder blue gown, but it was her camaraderie with BLACKPINK’s Lisa that broke the internet. The two stars walked hand-in-hand to the stage to present an award, sending fans into a frenzy on X (formerly Twitter).

Adding to the "couple goals" trend, a viral clip of Nick Jonas fixing Priyanka’s hair on the red carpet has garnered millions of views. Priyanka’s appearance served as a reminder of her ongoing advocacy for South Asian excellence in global cinema.

5. K-Pop’s Grammy Momentum and New Releases

The music world is looking ahead to next month's Grammys with bated breath. For the first time, K-pop artists—including the soundtrack for KPop Demon Hunters—have been nominated in the "Big Four" categories. Industry experts suggest that the "de-territorialized" nature of modern K-pop, seen in hits like Rosé’s "APT." and Katseye’s "Gabriela," is finally forcing Western institutions to recognize the genre's global dominance.

Meanwhile, on the charts:

Hwasa’s "Good Goodbye" continues to lead digital streaming charts for the second week of 2026.

SAY MY NAME is dominating physical album sales, proving that fan-driven physical media remains a powerhouse in the industry.

Conclusion: A Diverse Year for Global Entertainment

From the prestige of the Golden Globes to the commercial juggernaut of Indian cinema, 2026 is proving to be a year of boundary-breaking content. The shift toward diverse storytelling—whether through Owen Cooper’s youth-led drama or Prabhas’ regional dominance—shows that audiences are craving authentic, high-stakes narratives.
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