Friday, August 14
Alia Bhatt, at Cannes 2025, credited Aishwarya Rai as her inspiration. Raveena Tandon addressed Farah Khan's comments on her past alleged feud with Karisma Kapoor. Dino Morea has been summoned by Mumbai Police regarding the Mithi River desilting scam. Rahul Dev expressed gratitude for the support he received after his brother, Mukul Dev's death, honoring his legacy.
Payal Ghosh has defended Paresh Rawal amid 'Hera Pheri 3' controversy, rejecting claims of unprofessionalism. Having worked with him on 'Patel Ki Punjabi Shaadi', she praised his dedication and professionalism, expressing hope the dispute over Akshay Kumar’s lawsuit will be resolved soon.
At the audio launch of film 'Thug Life,' Simbu emotionally thanked Mani Ratnam for his support during a difficult period. He recounted his childhood admiration for Ratnam and how the director offered him a role when others hesitated due to industry skepticism. Simbu expressed immense gratitude for Ratnam's faith in him, especially when facing a potential ban from new projects.
Ajay Devgn's 'Raid 2' continues its box office run, surpassing ₹162 crore after 25 days, driven by strong evening shows and consistent weekend performance. The film opened strongly and maintained decent numbers throughout its second and third weeks. It is now inching closer to the ₹170 crore mark, fueled by Ajay Devgn's fanbase and the franchise's brand value.
Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi's 'Bhool Chuk Maaf,' a comedy-drama set against wedding festivities, has garnered significant attention. Despite initial release challenges, the film opened strong, earning Rs. 7 crore on Friday and witnessing substantial growth over the weekend. The movie has collected Rs. 27.75 crore in its first three days and is expected to cross Rs. 30 crore if it maintains its momentum.
What’s the one thing common between glamour, elegance, and drop-dead gorgeous? It’s all Alia Bhatt. The actress carved her name on the Cannes red carpet with her majestic ensembles and powerful statement looks.
Farah Khan's humorous banter marked Karan Johar's birthday. She playfully teased him about his outfit upon arrival. Their iconic friendship was celebrated by fans online. Many social media users reacted with heart emojis and laughing reactions. Other Bollywood stars and friends also shared birthday wishes. Kareena Kapoor posted snaps with Karan Johar. The day was filled with love and celebration for the director.
Sooraj Pancholi was recently seen in 'Kesari Veer'. However, behind the confident exterior lies a past riddled with emotional and professional turbulence, stemming from his alleged involvement in the Jiah Khan suicide case. The actor has now opened up about the issue and how his family stood by him during that time.
Actor Mukul Dev passed away recently at 54, shocking the film industry. Before acting, Dev trained as a pilot, ranking fourth nationally. He recalled a near-death experience during pilot training when bad weather made landing difficult. He managed to land the aircraft safely. 'Son Of Sardar 2', starring Ajay Devgn and Mrunal Thakur, will be his last film.
Johny Lever and wife Sujatha celebrated 41 years of marriage with a playful Instagram post. Fans and celebrities sent warm wishes. Proud parents of Jamie and Jesse, Johny remains busy with Bollywood projects including 'Housefull 5', 'De De Pyaar De 2', 'Welcome To The Jungle', and more upcoming films.
