Friday, August 07
Dhanush and Nagarjuna's thriller 'Kuberaa' has made a strong debut, earning an impressive Rs 13 crore net in India on its opening day. The Telugu version is leading the charge with remarkable occupancy rates in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, especially during night shows. While the Tamil version showed fair occupancy, particularly in Chennai during evening shows, the film's performance was limited in Kannada, Hindi, and Malayalam.
Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par,' also starring Genelia D’Souza, premiered on June 20th to positive reception, earning Rs. 11.7 crore on its opening day, surpassing 'Taare Zameen Par'. The film's Hindi version led earnings, impacting 'Housefull 5's' box office performance. The plot centers on a basketball coach's community service, training players with intellectual disabilities for a national tournament.
Ananya Panday celebrated her mother Bhavana Pandey's birthday with a nostalgic trip down memory lane, sharing adorable childhood photos and videos on Instagram. The heartwarming posts showcased their close bond, with Ananya declaring her mother as her ultimate love. She also humorously acknowledged her mother's increased busyness since appearing on 'Fabulous Lives Of Bollywood Wives'.
Priyanka Chopra's mother, Madhu Chopra, revealed how the family coped with the loss of Dr. Ashok Chopra. Initially, they grieved separately, unable to express their emotions openly. Priyanka recognized the emotional strain and organized a vacation to Turks and Caicos, where they finally shared their feelings, cried together, and began to heal as a family.
Dhanush's 'Kuberaa' has made a remarkable debut, earning ₹13 crore on its opening day and continuing its strong performance into the second day with ₹5.89 crore collected till afternoon shows. The film, also starring Nagarjuna Akkineni and Rashmika Mandanna, is praised for its unique storyline and direction by Sekhar Kammula.
Social media influencer Apoorva Mukhija faces fresh criticism after 'The Traitor' co-star Sudhanshu Pandey called her out for disrespecting veteran actor Ashish Vidyarthi. Pandey's viral video condemned Apoorva's language, emphasizing the importance of respecting seniors in the industry. Netizens largely supported Pandey, applauding him for addressing the issue of disrespectful behavior.
During her recent appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Priyanka Chopra gave fans a rare glimpse into life with her two-year-old. Describing Malti Marie as “precocious and funny,” Priyanka shared how her daughter is already busy with school and even has her own little circle of friends in New York.
Vivek Oberoi, who is best remembered for his romantic lead in Saathiya (2002), has made headlines once again, this time not for his film roles, but for his thriving business empire. The 48-year-old actor has reportedly built a real estate portfolio worth over Rs 1200 crore, a figure that has sparked surprise and admiration alike. In a recent interview, Oberoi credited his move to Dubai as the turning point in his entrepreneurial journey.
Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' hit theaters on June 20, garnering a respectable Rs 10.7 crore on its opening day across Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu versions. Early estimates for day two show Rs 2.32 crore earned by Saturday afternoon. The film is expected to see growth on day 2 with positive word of mouth.
Sunjay Kapur, UK-based businessman and ex-husband of Karisma Kapoor, died on June 12, 2025, after a bee sting during a polo match caused cardiac arrest. His sister Mandhira shared a rare happy selfie, expressing deep sorrow. His last rites were held in New Delhi, attended by family and close friends.
