Saturday, August 08
Chitrangda Singh revisits her Bollywood career. She speaks about missed opportunities in iconic films. She clarifies that her marital status did not affect her career. Chitrangda admits her decisions shaped her path. She took a break for motherhood and returned to films. She values her home life now. She acknowledges mistakes as part of her learning process.
Mannara Chopra's father, Advocate Raman Rai Handa, passed away in Mumbai on June 16, 2025. The actress, visibly heartbroken, was seen arriving at the airport with her sister, Mitali Handa. The funeral is scheduled for June 18 in Andheri West, Mumbai. Mannara shared an emotional tribute on Instagram, describing her father as the family's pillar of strength.
The live-action 'How to Train Your Dragon' remake has soared at the Indian box office, grossing an estimated ₹11.73 crore net in its first four days. Despite a Monday dip, a strong weekend, including ₹4.5 crore on Sunday, signals significant audience interest. The film marks the biggest Indian debut for the franchise and a top family film opening of 2025.
Randhir Kapoor voiced his disapproval of Karisma Kapoor's marriage to Sunjay Kapur, emphasizing the Kapoor family's independence from Sunjay's wealth. The couple's 2003 marriage ended in a contentious 2016 divorce, with allegations of infidelity and financial disputes. Sunjay Kapur, who passed away in June 2025, amassed a $1.2 billion fortune through Sona Comstar.
The main doctor charged in connection with the drug overdose of "Friends" star Matthew Perry is expected to enter a guilty plea in the coming weeks, the US Justice Department said Monday. He went to Perry's home to administer ketamine by injection, according to a plea deal published Monday by the Justice Department.
Housefull 5 is a box office success. The comedy film stars Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, and Riteish Deshmukh. It has earned close to Rs 160 crore. The movie was released on June 6, 2025. The film maintains strong collections. The movie features a star-studded cast. It includes Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff and others. The film attracts audiences to cinema halls.
Zayed Khan revealed that he wasn't the first choice for Lucky in 'Main Hoon Na'. Hrithik Roshan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Sohail Khan were considered initially. A chance meeting with Shah Rukh Khan at Farah Khan's office led to an impromptu audition and ultimately, his casting. Despite warnings about screen time, SRK supported Zayed, helping him deliver a memorable emotional scene.
Paresh Rawal’s exit from 'Hera Pheri 3' led to a Rs 25 crore lawsuit by Akshay Kumar’s production. Akshay recently expressed confidence in resolving the issue. Despite personal differences, both completed 'Bhoot Bangla'. Akshay will debut in Telugu cinema with 'Kannappa', releasing June 27, 2025.
Salman Khan's 'Sikandar,' also starring Rashmika Mandanna, failed to meet expectations, earning just over ₹100 crore after a pre-release piracy leak. Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment is reportedly preparing a ₹91 crore insurance claim following an Ernst & Young audit. The pirated high-definition copy, lacking final VFX, significantly impacted revenue.
Akshay Kumar, Twinkle Khanna, and their daughter Nitara were seen at the airport, possibly heading for a getaway after the success of 'Housefull 5'. Akshay, protective of his daughter, gently stopped a photographer from taking her picture. He also obliged a request for a selfie before departing.
