Friday, August 14
Veteran Tamil actor Rajesh passed away at 75 due to breathing difficulties, leaving the Tamil film industry in mourning. Known for his versatile roles in films like 'Aval Oru Thodarkathai' and 'Virumandi,' Rajesh shared the screen with stars like Kamal Haasan and Vijay. Beyond acting, he explored real estate and astrology, authoring books and running a YouTube channel.
Deepika Padukone's brief casting in Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Spirit' opposite Prabhas sparked controversy in May 2025. Creative differences and alleged high remuneration demands led to her exit. Vanga's cryptic social media post fueled the fire, indirectly criticizing Deepika. She responded with a dignified statement emphasizing her principles and self-worth. Triptii Dimri replaced Padukone, and Deepika moved on to other projects.
Anushka Sharma lit up the stands with uncontainable joy as Virat Kohli’s Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) stormed into the IPL 2025 final, defeating Preity Zinta’s Punjab Kings in a one-sided Qualifier 1 clash on Thursday. RCB’s bowlers tore through PBKS, restricting them to a meagre 101 before comfortably chasing down the target to book a spot in the grand finale.
Virat Kohli's dance moves are creating a buzz online during an IPL 2025 match. A viral video shows the Royal Challengers Bengaluru star grooving to Govinda’s Akhiyon Se Goli Maare, delighting fans. The clip, captured by a spectator, sparked excitement on social media, with many lamenting its absence from the live broadcast.
Chunky Pandey, known for 'Aankhen', faced career challenges in the late 1990s, shifting to character roles. He humorously compared his struggles to Amitabh Bachchan’s break, clarifying he chooses not to work on low-quality projects. He also addressed misconceptions about his acting and valued diverse character roles over typical hero parts.
Ileana D’Cruz is expecting her second child with husband Michael Dolan. She shared a heartwarming photo with a pregnant friend, showcasing their baby bumps. Ileana hinted at her pregnancy earlier this year and confirmed it with a playful post. The actress, who married Dolan in 2023, welcomed her first child last year.
Tamannaah Bhatia addressed concerns about her Instagram account automatically liking posts, particularly one featuring Deepika Padukone discussing sensitive topics. This occurred amidst a rumored fallout between Padukone and filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga regarding the film 'Spirit,' from which Deepika reportedly exited. Bhatia's situation mirrors a similar incident involving Virat Kohli, who also cited an algorithm error for unexplained likes.
Alia Bhatt, fresh from Cannes, celebrated her friend's wedding in Spain, captivating guests with her dance moves, including a performance to "Radha" from her film. She was seen enjoying the festivities with her girl squad, while Ranbir Kapoor was occupied with their new home's progress.
Priyanka Chopra shared a heartwarming photo on Instagram, capturing a romantic boat ride with her husband, Nick Jonas. The picture, set against a stunning city skyline, shows Nick gazing at Priyanka with love and admiration. This tender moment follows a recent glimpse of Priyanka bonding with their daughter, Malti, highlighting the family's close connection amidst their busy careers.
Vishnu Manchu is gearing up for the release of the mythological drama 'Kannappa', which is set for a theatrical release on June 27. He had earlier revealed that both Mohanlal and Prabhas did not charge any fee for the movie. Vishnu has now shared the reaction of both Prabhas and Mohanlal when asked about their remuneration.
