Sunday, August 09
Rekha’s story is one of transformation, resilience and sheer brilliance from shy beginnings to becoming Bollywood’s eternal diva.
Karan Johar says making movies with many stars is tough now. Actors want more money and think too much about their roles. He remembers when Shah Rukh Khan agreed to films easily. Today, everyone gives actors advice, making decisions hard. Johar wants actors to trust their instincts again. He hopes the industry can work together to fix these problems.
A federal judge dismissed Justin Baldoni's $400 million lawsuit against Blake Lively, which stemmed from Lively's accusations of sexual harassment. Lively responded with a statement reaffirming her commitment to women's rights and fighting retaliatory lawsuits. The judge ruled against Baldoni's claims of defamation and extortion, while Lively's attorneys plan to pursue attorney's fees and damages.
The music world mourns the loss of funk pioneer Sly Stone, who passed away at 82 after battling COPD and other health issues. His family confirmed his peaceful death, surrounded by loved ones. Stone's innovative contributions redefined pop, funk, and rock, leaving an enduring legacy. Tributes pour in, celebrating his profound impact and timeless music.
The music launch of Kuberaa saw Nagarjuna, Dhanush, and Rashmika Mandanna together. Nagarjuna shared his secret to youth. Rashmika reacted to being called the number one actor. The film also stars Jim Sarbh and Dilip Tahil. The film is set to release on June 20, 2025. It will stream on Amazon Prime Video after its theatrical run.
Karan Johar praised Shah Rukh and Gauri Khan's parenting, noting Aryan and Suhana's grounded nature and Gauri's influential role. He supports Aryan's directorial debut with a Netflix series, recognizing his passion for filmmaking over acting. Johar also reminisced about his close bond with Aryan, highlighting his pride in Aryan's current endeavors, while Suhana is pursuing acting.
Varun Grover, the multifaceted screenwriter and comedian, recounted his early career experience on 'Oye! It's Friday!' hosted by Farhan Akhtar, where he noticed a stark pay disparity between writers and actors. Despite writing the material, Grover earned significantly less than Akhtar, leading him to question the value attributed to performers versus writers.
Ed Sheeran, captivated by Arijit Singh's voice after hearing 'Tum Hi Ho,' collaborated on 'Sapphire,' traveling to Singh's hometown in West Bengal. Sheeran, accompanied by his father, immersed himself in the local culture, learning Punjabi and experiencing a scenic barge ride. He hailed Singh as incredibly talented, with fans anticipating the full Punjabi version of 'Sapphire' and behind-the-scenes clips.
Sunita Ahuja, wife of actor Govinda, recently revealed that their arguments stem from his lack of work. She expressed her frustration with his inaction, urging him to lose weight and return to movies.
