Saturday, March 07
Actor Ajith Kumar gave a few lucky fans a thrilling ride on a racing track in the UAE. This special event followed his participation in the Asian Le Mans Endurance Series. Fans experienced the intensity of professional racing firsthand. Ajith also shared insights into endurance racing. This gesture highlights his strong connection with his followers.
Renowned actor Prakash Raj has excitedly announced his portrayal of a dedicated Shiva devotee in the much-anticipated movie 'Varanasi' directed by SS Rajamouli, featuring the charming Mahesh Babu in the lead. This is a groundbreaking moment as it marks Raj's first time working with Rajamouli, although he shares a familiar camaraderie with Babu from their past projects.
Veteran screenwriter Salim Khan was admitted to Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai after feeling unwell. He was reportedly taken to the ICU, with family members including Salman Khan present. Latest reports indicate he has been diagnosed with a blood clot and his vital signs are stable. Further updates are awaited.
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap champions Malayalam cinema, praising its realistic storytelling and experimental narratives. He highlighted Mohanlal's taxi driver role in 'Thudarum' and the bold approach in films like 'Rekhachithram' and 'Eko'. Kashyap attributes Kerala's vibrant film culture to educated audiences, film clubs, and a supportive creative environment, contrasting it with Bollywood's limitations.
Sunny Deol’s 'Gabru' shifts to May 8 release, dodging clashes with 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' and 'Toxic'. Announced October 19, the emotional drama stars Sunny with Simran, Prit Kamani, and Salman Khan’s cameo. Directed by Shashank Udapurkar with Mithoon’s music, it explores courage post-Border 2 success. Upcoming: 'Lahore 1947', 'Ramayana'.
Actor-producer Sohum Shah and Pen Studios are moving ahead with 'Tumbbad 2', the sequel to the 2018 cult hit. Reports suggest the film will feature a powerful antagonist, with Akshaye Khanna or Nawazuddin Siddiqui being considered. The team aims to create a darker, layered story that continues Tumbbad’s legacy.
Debut independent filmmaker Tanmaya Shekhar is releasing his film 'Nukkad Naatak' this February, starring Molshri and Shivang Rajpal. The movie explores the stark differences between two close-knit worlds, using the creative medium of street theatre to address education and LGBTQ+ issues. Shekhar and his team are self-distributing and marketing the film, traveling extensively to connect with audiences directly.
Kaveri Baruah, the brand strategist, has issued an apology regarding her earlier statements about a purported list of 'dos and don'ts' for interacting with Allu Arjun. She acknowledged that her comments were unfounded and expressed regret for any misunderstandings they may have caused. Allu Arjun's team had previously refuted these claims and hinted at the possibility of legal action.
The Supreme Court has restored a five-year jail term for Siddharth Reddy in the Prathyusha death case, concluding a 24-year legal battle. The apex court rejected Reddy's plea against his conviction for abetting the actress's suicide, upholding the trial court's original sentence after her mother's persistent pursuit of justice.
Mrunal Thakur began her career with 'Hello Nandan' (2014) and entered Bollywood with 'Super 30' (2019). She shared that getting roles wasn’t easy and she often approached filmmakers herself. Mrunal revealed Aditya Dhar was the first she asked for work and expressed admiration for 'MOM' director Ravi Udyawar, who now helms 'Do Deewane Seher Mein'.
