Friday, August 14
Veteran actor Nana Patekar declined a Hollywood role in Ridley Scott's 'Body of Lies,' revealed filmmaker Anurag Kashyap. Scott offered Patekar the role eventually played by Mark Strong, but Patekar refused, stating he didn't want to portray a terrorist on screen. The 2008 espionage thriller featured Leonardo DiCaprio and Russell Crowe.
The untimely demise of actress Soundarya in 2004 made headlines recently as a man from Telangana lodged a police complaint accusing veteran actor Mohan Babu of being connected to Soundarya’s tragic death in a plane crash. Mohan Babu’s son, actor Vishnu Manchu, recently addressed the emotional toll Soundarya’s passing took on his father and how the recent allegation has affected their family.
Amidst the chaos, it was Virat Kohli’s animated celebration that grabbed major attention online. The former RCB skipper, known for his passion and intensity, was visibly overjoyed when Musheer Khan’s dismissal was upheld after a DRS review in RCB’s favour. Anushka Sharma's candid response to Kohli’s celebration, smiling and clapping with visible pride, was caught on camera and soon went viral across social media platforms.
Sooraj Pancholi revealed that some actors charge around ₹30 lakh for podcast appearances, while podcasters with high viewership also charge actors for featuring them. He humorously mentioned receiving such offers himself. Sooraj also recounted his harsh experiences in jail, including being placed in the same cell as Ajmal Kasab and facing mistreatment.
Shammi Kapoor's life was marked by both professional success and personal tragedy. His marriage to Geeta Bali, though short-lived, profoundly shaped him, while his subsequent marriage to Neila Devi brought stability. Neila revealed Shammi's struggles with alcohol and his deep respect for Geeta, observing a yearly abstinence in her memory.
Chris Hemsworth's emotional video reflecting on his 15 years as Thor has reignited speculation about the character's fate in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. Rumors suggest a high-stakes storyline with potential hero deaths, including Thor's. Meanwhile, discussions are underway for Thor 5, potentially directed by George Miller, promising a darker tone and a departure from previous comedic elements.
Urvashi Rautela's Cannes Film Festival appearance has been making waves, starting with a selfie that she posted with Leonardo DiCaprio, which she playfully captioned, hinting at a compliment from the actor. This post drew a humorous reaction from Orry. Prior to this, she shared a surprising selfie with Alia Bhatt at the festival's closing ceremony, which quickly went viral.
Radhika Apte’s 'Sister Midnight' is gearing up for its Indian premiere on May 30, and the film has been gaining attention on a global level due to its appearance at Cannes and various other film festivals. Swirling casting rumours emerged about her possible collaboration with filmmaker Puri Jagannadh, but the actress herself has dismissed the speculation.
An old interview of Salman Khan has resurfaced, reigniting scrutiny over allegations of physical abuse during his past relationship with Aishwarya Rai. In the interview, Khan deflects questions about hitting women, referencing an incident with a journalist. Following their 2002 breakup, Rai described the relationship as a "nightmare" and vowed never to work with Khan again.
Deepika Padukone made a stunning appearance at a jewellery event in Stockholm, emphasizing intuition and positive collaborations in her life and career choices. Her comments follow her departure from 'Spirit,' allegedly due to prioritizing well-being and rumored demands. She is now set to star in 'King' with Shah Rukh Khan and is rumored to return for the 'Pathaan' sequel.
