Friday, August 14
In a 2025 IPL match, Virat Kohli achieved his 63rd half-century, surpassing David Warner for the most IPL fifties, as Anushka Sharma cheered him on. However, his dismissal caused a shift in the game, impacting RCB's momentum. Off the field, the couple recently visited Ayodhya's Ram Mandir, reflecting on Kohli's Test retirement and seeking spiritual solace.
Anushka Sharma was seen supporting Virat Kohli during the RCB vs LSG match, celebrating RCB's victory with flying kisses. A photo circulating online shows the couple posing with RCB's Mohit Rathee. RCB achieved a historic away record, winning all seven away games. Recently, Virat and Anushka visited Ayodhya's Hanuman Garhi temple and Vrindavan, seeking blessings.
Deepika Padukone mesmerized fans in Stockholm, donning a striking red gown and diamond necklace. Her appearance follows her exit from 'Spirit' and recent Paris Fashion Week outings. Amidst industry tensions, she emphasized prioritizing peace and authenticity in navigating complicated situations. Padukone is set to return to the big screen in 'King' alongside Shah Rukh Khan.
Sooraj Pancholi opened up about his parents' marriage, while Triptii Dimri celebrated her new film role with a luxury car purchase. Dino Morea faced scrutiny in the Mithi River case, and Tamannaah Bhatia seemingly backed Deepika Padukone amidst film industry controversy. Nana Patekar declined a significant role in SS Rajamouli's upcoming epic film due to character unsuitability.
Ajay Devgn's Raid 2 maintains a strong box office presence in its fourth week. The film's domestic collection reached Rs 163.70 crore. Raid 2 had a great opening, earning Rs 19.25 crore on its first Thursday. Weekend surges contributed significantly to its success. Week 2 saw stable collections, and Week 3 maintained momentum. Occupancy rates remained steady, with night shows peaking at 36.12%.
Amidst controversy surrounding Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Deepika Padukone seemingly addressed the situation with a cryptic message about staying true to oneself during challenges, delivered at a Stockholm event. This follows speculation that Padukone exited Vanga's film 'Spirit,' leading to a pointed social media post from the director accusing an unnamed actor of "dirty PR games.
Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi's first collaboration, 'Bhool Chuk Maaf,' faced initial hurdles but has shown box office potential after its release on May 23. The film, directed by Karan Sharma, revolves around a time loop concept and has earned ₹37 crore in its first five days. Despite a weekday drop, the movie is steadily approaching the ₹40 crore mark.
HBO has revealed the fresh faces set to lead its upcoming Harry Potter TV series. Dominic McLaughlin will portray Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton is cast as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout will take on the role of Ron Weasley. This series aims to be a faithful adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s books, with Rowling herself involved as an executive producer.
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, starring Tom Cruise, has garnered Rs 77.10 crore in India after 11 days, showcasing a strong box office presence. The film witnessed a dip in earnings on Day 7 but regained momentum during the second weekend. While performing well, it currently trails behind its predecessor, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One.
