Sunday, August 09
Aamir Khan is returning to the screen with 'Sitaare Zameen Par'. The film is a remake of 'Champions'. Sudha Murty praised the movie after a special screening. She highlighted its sensitive portrayal of children with special needs. Murty believes the film promotes inclusivity. 'Sitaare Zameen Par' received a standing ovation. The movie also stars Genelia D'souza.
'Housefull 5', featuring Akshay Kumar and a star-studded cast, has swiftly surpassed ₹100 crore at the Indian box office within four days of its release on June 6. The film experienced substantial growth over its opening weekend, with collections of ₹24 crore on Friday, ₹31 crore on Saturday, and ₹32.
During Katy Perry's 'The Lifetimes Tour' in Sydney, a fan jumped on stage while she was performing 'Hot N Cold.' The fan danced beside her, causing Perry to briefly step away, seemingly shaken. Security intervened and escorted the fan off stage, after which Perry professionally addressed the crowd and continued the show, praising the unique experience.
Following Anurag Kashyap's praise for Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Animal,' Varun Grover explained his 'No' comment, stating Kashyap defended the filmmaker, not the film itself. Grover criticized Vanga's public behavior and remarks. He appreciated Kashyap's open-mindedness, noting their discussion led to Kashyap's agreement with Grover's perspective and his non-hierarchical approach.
Baba Sehgal revealed Bollywood's insecurities impacted his career. He found recognition in South Indian cinema after feeling sidelined in Bollywood. Sehgal shared he received underworld threats in 1998, warning him to stop singing. Despite the challenges, he continued his career. He also reflected on the turbulence in the entertainment industry during the late ’90s.
After a period of box office disappointments between 2022 and early 2024, Akshay Kumar has made a strong comeback in 2025. Sky Force, a patriotic action-drama, marked his return to success, followed by Kesari 2 and the comedy Housefull 5. These films have reaffirmed Kumar's box office appeal and set the stage for a promising future with upcoming projects.
Pippa Scott, a notable figure of Hollywood's golden era, is remembered for her impactful performances. She brought depth to her roles, including Lucy Edwards in 'The Searchers,' Gloria Upson in 'Auntie Mame,' and a young teacher in 'As Young as We Are.' Her portrayal in 'The Power and the Prize' and 'Petulia' further solidified her legacy.
Kareena Kapoor Khan and Dia Mirza, who appeared in 'Kurbaan' and recently on a talk show, once had a disagreement. An old interview resurfaced where Dia recounted an incident in Lucknow. Dia revealed Kareena wanted to wear a ghagra choli instead of the agreed-upon cotton salwaar-kameez with the national flag.
Following Anurag Kashyap's praise for Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Animal,' Varun Grover explained his 'No' comment, stating Kashyap defended the filmmaker, not the film itself. Grover criticized Vanga's public behavior and remarks. He appreciated Kashyap's open-mindedness, noting their discussion led to Kashyap's agreement with Grover's perspective and his non-hierarchical approach.
Imtiaz Ali revealed a non-bailable arrest warrant was issued against him during the making of 'Jab We Met'. Locals in Ratlam took offense to a scene, claiming it defamed their town by associating it with a red-light district. Ali was shooting 'Love Aaj Kal' when producer Dinesh Vijan informed him of the warrant.
