Thursday, August 13
who exactly is Zainab Ravdjee? Here are five things to know about the woman who’s about to join one of South India’s most loved film families.
Sonakshi Sinha, known for 'Dabangg', navigated Bollywood on her own terms. She faced a period with fewer offers after initial success. Sinha credits her father's advice on confidence for her resilience. She is now back with 'Dahaad' and 'Heeramandi'. Sonakshi recently wrapped up her Telugu debut, 'Jatadhara'. She will soon start filming the next season of 'Dahaad'.
Sanjay Kapoor celebrated 30 years of the film 'Raja' on Instagram, thanking co-star Madhuri Dixit for her support during his debut. Released on June 2, 1995, the romantic drama was a major hit, earning Kapoor widespread recognition and fond memories from fans worldwide.
Kamal Haasan's remark about Kannada's origin ignited a controversy in Karnataka, threatening the release of 'Thug Life.' Ram Gopal Varma criticized the backlash as 'hooliganism,' while Karnataka leaders demanded an apology. Haasan defended his statement, leading to a High Court plea for film release protection amidst rising linguistic tensions.
Aditya Chopra and Shridhar Raghavan are finalizing the 'Dhoom 4' script, with filming set to begin in April 2026. Ranbir Kapoor, the lead, is excited for the bike heist adventure. Ayan Mukerji is likely to direct, aiming for a 2027 release after completing War 2 pre-production.
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning has crossed Rs 90 crore in India after 16 days, showcasing resilience with a strong third weekend. Despite an initial dip after a robust opening week, the film rebounded, driven by positive weekend earnings. Globally, it has amassed $353.8 million, though profitability remains a concern due to its high production budget.
Preity Zinta and RJ Mahvash passionately supported PBKS during their crucial IPL 2025 match against MI, their excitement peaking when Yuzvendra Chahal claimed Suryakumar Yadav's wicket. Mahvash's presence at the games has intensified rumours of a romance with Chahal, further fueled by her complimentary remarks about him in recent interviews.
Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi's 'Bhool Chuk Maaf' is captivating audiences with its time-loop narrative, nearing Rs. 60 crore in India after a 10-day theatrical run. The film experienced a significant surge during its second weekend, with collections rising notably on Saturday and Sunday. The movie revolves around Ranjan in Banaras, who gets stuck reliving his 'haldi day' due to a broken promise.
Lilo and Stich, along with Mission Impossible, topped box office charts after a record Memorial Day. Theaters offered new films like Karate Kid: Legends and Bring Her Back. Lilo and Stich earned $63 million, becoming the year's second-highest-grossing movie. Mission Impossible secured $27.3 million. Karate Kid: Legends debuted with $21 million. Final Destination: Bloodlines made $10.8 million.
