Thursday, August 06
Season 4 of 'Panchayat' on Amazon Prime Video showcases a shift in Phulera's dynamics as Manju Devi loses the Panchayat elections to Kranti Devi, sparking frustration in Pradhan Ji. Amidst the political turmoil, Abhishek clears his CAT exam with a high percentile and confesses his love for Rinki, who reciprocates.
Ajay Devgn's 'Raid 2', a box office success of 2025, is set for its digital premiere on Netflix on June 26. The film features Devgn as income tax officer Amay Patnaik, who investigates a local politician played by Riteish Deshmukh. Directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, the sequel also stars Vaani Kapoor and Saurabh Shukla.
Abhishek Bachchan recently revealed that Bipasha Basu was his initial screen test partner for 'Refugee,' before Kareena Kapoor Khan. He shared his discomfort with auditions, preferring on-set direction. Bachchan is currently enjoying the success of 'Housefull 5,' a film with a massive ensemble cast including Akshay Kumar and Riteish Deshmukh.
Karisma Kapoor celebrated her 51st birthday, marked by a nostalgic childhood photo shared on Instagram. Her sister, Kareena Kapoor Khan, posted a heartfelt birthday wish, calling Karisma the "strongest girl" and reminiscing about their bond during a challenging year. The post also featured a favorite picture of Karisma with Saif Ali Khan.
Amidst controversy surrounding Hania Aamir's casting in 'Sardaar Ji 3' post-Pahalgam attack, the makers clarified that the film was shot before the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. Standing in solidarity with India, they've decided against releasing the movie domestically, opting for an overseas release only. Diljit Dosanjh supports the producer's decision, emphasizing the pre-existing circumstances of the film's production.
Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry have reportedly ended their nearly decade-long relationship, amidst rumors of a split following a six-year engagement. Bloom is expected to attend Jeff Bezos' wedding solo, while Perry continues her global tour. The couple, who share a daughter, Daisy Dove, have not officially confirmed the breakup.
Paresh Rawal, celebrated for his comedic and villainous roles in Bollywood, shares a charming love story with actress Swaroop Sampat. Rawal knew Sampat was 'the one' upon first sight at a theatre festival, though he didn't speak to her for a year. United by their passion for theatre, their courtship lasted 12 years as Rawal focused on his career.
Sean "Diddy" Combs, facing sex trafficking charges, has decided not to testify in his trial, telling the judge he's doing an "excellent job." Prosecutors rested after presenting evidence, including testimony from two ex-girlfriends alleging coerced sexual encounters. The defense argued the encounters were consensual, consistent with a swingers lifestyle. Combs has pleaded not guilty and remains in custody.
Meena Kumari's untimely death at 38 deeply affected her friend Nargis, who penned a heartfelt tribute revealing the actress's unspoken love for Dharmendra. Nargis highlighted Meena's unhappy marriage to Kamal Amrohi, marked by control and eventual separation, leading to loneliness and dependence on alcohol. Tragically, Meena's family faced financial difficulties, requiring a doctor to pay her hospital bill.
Karisma Kapoor, celebrating her 51st birthday, shared the heartwarming origins of the Kapoor family nicknames. She revealed that her nickname, Lolo, was inspired by Gina Lollobrigida and a Sindhi sweet. Kareena's nickname, Bebo, was chosen for its fun and adorable sound, while Raj Kapoor was fondly called Raje due to his princely appearance.
