Tuesday, August 11
Tarun Mansukhani, director of the upcoming ‘Housefull 5’, reflects on his early career experiences, particularly working with Shah Rukh Khan on ‘Dostana’. Mansukhani highlights Khan's dedication, hands-on approach, and valuable advice about filmmaking, emphasizing the importance of people management. These lessons continue to influence Mansukhani as he directs the highly anticipated comedy.
Shreyas Talpade offers a sneak peek into 'Housefull 5', as he shares stories from the cruise shoot, including a scary storm and Akshay Kumar’s caring nature. Talpade also talks about the different styles of directors Sajid Khan and Tarun Mansukhani. He praises Nana Patekar’s funny Marathi flair and opens up on his next project ‘Welcome to the Jungle’.
Preity Zinta made her first public appearance after her team, Punjab Kings, lost the IPL 2025 final to Royal Challengers Bengaluru on June 3. The actress was visibly emotional and appeared disappointed on the ground after meeting her team members following RCB’s maiden title win. She has now been spotted for the first time since the match, at the Mumbai airport.
Bryana Bongolan, a former graphic designer for Sean "Diddy" Combs, testified that Combs dangled her over a balcony in 2016, causing lasting trauma. She recounted the incident during Combs' sex trafficking trial, detailing physical and emotional distress. Bongolan also claimed to have witnessed Combs physically abuse Cassie, supporting Cassie's previous testimony of abuse and forced participation in drug-fueled sex parties.
After Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory, Virat Kohli's sister, Bhawna Kohli Dhingra, celebrated with a heartfelt Instagram post. When a troll questioned the family's bond, Bhawna responded with grace, emphasizing that love doesn't always need public validation. The celebrations were marred by a tragic stampede during the victory parade in Bengaluru.
The 'Wicked: For Good' trailer unveils the emotional conclusion to Elphaba and Glinda's story, set to release on November 21. Elphaba, branded the Wicked Witch, battles the Wizard while Glinda navigates fame and guilt. Their friendship faces a dramatic test as tensions rise across Oz, with Fiyero's wedding and other characters' fates intertwined, promising a magical finale.
Hema Malini almost declined her iconic role in Baghban, feeling hesitant to portray a mother to grown sons. It was her mother's encouragement, recognizing the story's strength, that convinced her to accept. Interestingly, Tabu also turned down the role, and Dilip Kumar was the initial choice for Amitabh Bachchan's part.
Veteran actor Arun Govil, who immortalised the role of Lord Ram in Ramanand Sagar’s classic Ramayan, has weighed in on the current wave of mythological remakes, and he isn’t holding back. Speaking to NDTV, the revered actor expressed skepticism about modern interpretations and questioned whether today's stars truly embody the spiritual weight of the character.
Arjun Kapoor and sister Anshula shared playful moments during their Amsterdam trip. Despite Arjun’s dislike, Anshula posted a photo of them, sparking sibling banter. Arjun’s recent film underperformed, but he’s set for No Entry 2. Meanwhile, Anshula debuts in Prime Video’s The Traitors reality show.
Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's love story reached a new height with the birth of their daughter, Aaradhya, in 2011, bringing immense joy to the Bachchan family. Amitabh Bachchan expressed his happiness and noted Aaradhya's resemblance to Aishwarya. He also praised Aishwarya's strength and determination during childbirth, highlighting her choice for a natural delivery without any medical assistance.
