Sunday, August 16
Ajay Devgn and Riteish Deshmukh's 'Raid 2' continues its successful run. The film earns over Rs 150 crore in India. It maintains a strong position despite competition from Hollywood releases. 'Mission Impossible - The Final Reckoning' performs well. 'Raid 2' faces a new challenge with the upcoming release of 'Bhool Chuk Maaf'.
Kannada actress Ranya Rao, arrested for smuggling gold worth ₹12.56 crore from Dubai, was granted default bail due to a delayed chargesheet. Despite this, she remains detained under the COFEPOSA Act, preventing her release. Her legal team has challenged the detention order in court, while investigations into her involvement in a larger smuggling network continue.
The 'Hera Pheri 3' project faces fresh turmoil as Paresh Rawal exits, prompting speculation of legal action from Akshay Kumar's production house. Director Priyadarshan expressed surprise, confirming both Rawal and Suniel Shetty were initially on board after Kumar acquired the film rights.
Bangladeshi actress Nusraat Faria, recognized for her roles in several films, was arrested at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka on charges related to an attempted murder case. She was reportedly on her way to Thailand when authorities detained her. Subsequently, Nusraat Faria has been granted bail by Dhaka Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Court Judge Mostafizur Rahman after submitting a statement.
The 'War 2' teaser has ignited social media, showcasing Hrithik Roshan's return as Kabir in high-octane action sequences. A particular stunt involving an axe has drawn comparisons to Thalapathy Vijay's 'Bairavaa,' sparking discussions about cinematic inspiration. With Jr NTR as the antagonist and Kiara Advani as the female lead, the film is set for a 2025 Independence Day release.
Preity Zinta, co-owner of Punjab Kings, refuted viral images circulating online that depicted her hugging young cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Zinta addressed the morphed images on X, clarifying the news as fake. Meanwhile, she celebrated Punjab Kings' playoff qualification, praising the team's performance. Zinta is also set to return to acting with 'Lahore 1947,' alongside Sunny Deol, produced by Aamir Khan.
Paresh Rawal's exit from 'Hera Pheri 3' has stirred controversy, with reports suggesting a lawsuit from Akshay Kumar's production house. Rawal cites creative dissatisfaction as the primary reason for his departure, expressing a desire for fresh character development rather than merely cashing in on the franchise's goodwill. Suniel Shetty has also voiced concerns about replicating the original film's success.
Mukesh Rishi, known for roles in 'Sarfarosh' and 'Sooryavansham', recently shared insights on working with Bollywood's biggest stars. He described Salman Khan as friendly and misunderstood, recalling fun evenings and camaraderie. Rishi noted a respectful working relationship with Amitabh Bachchan. Contrary to popular belief, he found Aamir Khan sociable on set, always engaging with others.
Ahaan Panday, poised for his Bollywood debut in 'Saiyaara,' has a dramatic birth story revealed by sister Alanna and mother Deanne. Born prematurely, Ahaan was rushed to the NICU in a thermocol box due to limited resources 25 years ago. Deanne recalled the emotional ordeal, including a hairline fracture Ahaan suffered.
Mukesh Rishi, known for roles in 'Sarfarosh' and 'Sooryavansham', recently shared insights on working with Bollywood's biggest stars. He described Salman Khan as friendly and misunderstood, recalling fun evenings and camaraderie. Rishi noted a respectful working relationship with Amitabh Bachchan. Contrary to popular belief, he found Aamir Khan sociable on set, always engaging with others.
