Sunday, August 09
Paresh Rawal, celebrated for his comedic roles, met Swaroop Sampat at a theatre festival where he boldly declared she would be his wife. Despite initial challenges, including Swaroop being his boss's daughter, their shared love for theatre blossomed. After a 12-year courtship focused on career stability, they married in 1987.
Keerthy Suresh's upcoming film 'Revolver Rita' is scheduled for release on August 27, coinciding with Vinayagar Chaturthi. Following recent box office disappointments, this film is crucial for Suresh's career. Directed by JK Chandru, the movie features an ensemble cast and promises a bizarre, action-packed story, aiming to offer a fresh cinematic experience.
Producer Dil Raju made a strong statement against the growing trend of purchasing fake YouTube views for songs and trailers. While attending the trailer launch event of Nithiin’s upcoming movie 'Thammudu', Dil Raju stated that he has never entertained such practices.
Ed Sheeran's collaboration with Arijit Singh on 'Sapphire' has captivated Indian fans. Sheeran expressed his admiration for Bollywood and Tollywood, revealing he became a fan of Singh after watching 'Aashiqui 2' and being spellbound by 'Tum Hi Ho.' They connected online, leading to Sheeran visiting Singh's hometown to finalize 'Sapphire', a song reflecting their musical synergy and cultural appreciation.
Alia Bhatt and Sharvari Wagh are set to ignite the screen in YRF Spy Universe's 'Alpha' with a spectacular, high-octane song sequence. The actresses are undergoing rigorous training to deliver a breathtaking performance in this visually stunning track. 'Alpha,' directed by Shiv Rawail, promises adrenaline-pumping action and is slated for a grand Christmas 2025 release.
Chunky Panday revealed he was once paid to attend a funeral, mistakenly thinking it was a regular event. The organiser told him, “Agar aap royenge na, toh thoda zyada paisa milega” (If you cry, you will be paid more). Another actor cried and earned ₹50,000 extra.
Kabir Khan has stepped into the ongoing industry debate sparked by Deepika Padukone’s alleged fallout with director Sandeep Reddy Vanga over her reported demands for the upcoming film Spirit starring Prabhas. While rumours suggested that Deepika asked for an eight-hour workday and a Rs 25 crore fee, Kabir has come out in strong support of the actress, citing fairness, precedent, and the well-being of film crews.
Raj Kapoor’s son, actor Rajiv Kapoor, gained attention for his role in 'Ram Teri Ganga Maili', even though he could not make it big in the industry like his father. The 1985 film 'Ram Teri Ganga Maili' was directed by his father and went on to become one of the highest-grossing movies of its time.
Akshay Kumar's Housefull 5 has surpassed his own film, Sky Force, becoming the third highest-grossing Hindi film of 2025. The comedy caper earned Rs 119.75 crore in six days, exceeding Sky Force's Rs 112.75 crore total. This achievement highlights Kumar's box office dominance, with two successful films in different genres this year, despite a challenging market for Bollywood.
Boney Kapoor, the veteran filmmaker, lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, acknowledging his transformative impact on India. Kapoor credited PM Modi's vision for the nation's economic growth and enhanced global standing. He highlighted the increased pride Indians feel worldwide and the significant improvements in infrastructure, including the expansion of airports and metro networks, under Modi's governance.
