Tuesday, August 04
Rashi Khanna, once a UPSC aspirant with dreams of becoming an IAS officer, took an unexpected turn into the world of cinema. From topping her class to working as a copywriter, her journey led her to a debut in 'Madras Cafe' and subsequent success in South Indian films and OTT platforms. Her story showcases a blend of ambition and adaptability.
Kajol returns to the silver screen in Vishal Furia's 'Maa', a Hindi horror film, released today amidst competition from 'Housefull 5' and 'Sitaare Zameen Par'. Early estimates project a Day 1 collection of Rs 4.50 to 6.50 crore. Ajay Devgn promoted the film with a "Buy 2, Get 1 Free" offer, as 'Maa' competes with Akshay Kumar’s 'Kannappa'.
Get ready, Squid Game Season 3 arrives on June 27, 2025. Indian fans can watch it at 12:30 p.m. IST. The season contains six episodes. Gi-hun continues his mission to stop the game. He faces new challenges. The Front Man remains a threat. The story picks up where season two ended. Expect more drama and suspense.
Madhurima Tuli, admired for her versatile acting, deeply respects Rekha and feels a strong personal connection with her. Rooted in similar cultural values, Madhurima hopes to portray Rekha in a biopic, considering it a great honor and privilege to do justice to the legendary actress’s iconic personality on screen.
Sudesh Bhosle revealed Mohammed Rafi's turbulent phase when Kishore Kumar's popularity surged, leading to self-doubt for Rafi. Critics who once dismissed Kishore hailed him, impacting Rafi deeply. After a brief sabbatical, Laxmikant-Pyarelal and Manmohan Desai revived Rafi's career with 'Amar Akbar Anthony,' featuring a symbolic reunion with Kishore and Mukesh.
Aamir Khan and Genelia D’Souza's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' has enjoyed a successful first week, nearing ₹90 crore at the Indian box office. The film, considered a spiritual sequel to 'Taare Zameen Par,' opened strong with ₹50 crore over the weekend. While weekday collections saw a dip, the movie maintained a steady pace. Directed by R.S. Prasanna, the film stars Khan as a basketball coach assigned to train athletes with intellectual disabilities.
Kriti Kharbanda reflects on her 16-year film journey, marking a new phase with 'Rana Naidu 2,' which she calls 'Kriti 2.0.' She recalls early rejections, including losing a major Bollywood role after signing the contract, emphasizing her commitment to self-reliance. Kriti values her experiences across languages and platforms, viewing them as crucial learning opportunities.
Vicky Kaushal shared insights about the upcoming film 'Love & War'. He spoke highly of co-stars Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt. He mentioned their previous collaborations in 'Sanju' and 'Raazi'. Kareena Kapoor joked about her relationship with director Sanjay Leela Bhansali. 'Love & War' marks Bhansali's return to grand romance.
Akshay Kumar's 'Housefull 5', directed by Tarun Mansukhani, has crossed Rs 180 crore at the Indian box office after a strong initial run. Despite facing competition from 'Sitaare Zameen Par' and 'Kuberaa', the comedy film saw a dip in numbers by its third week. New releases like 'Maa', 'F1: The Movie', and 'Kannappa' are expected to pose further challenges.
