Sunday, August 16
Ranveer Singh playfully called out Karan Johar's perceived favoritism towards Alia Bhatt on 'Koffee With Karan,' humorously labeling the show as "nepo-biased." He teased Karan and Alia's close bond, suggesting he would just have to struggle more. Alia playfully retorted by calling Ranveer a 'sore loser' amidst the lighthearted banter.
Amitabh Bachchan's Juhu home is iconic. His first house, Prateeksha, remains special. The family ensures auspicious beginnings there. Purchased after 'Sholay's' success, it holds memories. Abhishek and Aishwarya married there. The Gulmohar tree witnessed generations. Aaradhya was first brought to Prateeksha. Zoya Akhtar recalled the music room. Big B gifted Prateeksha to Shweta Bachchan Nanda.
In the late 1970s, the alleged romance between Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha captivated Bollywood, fueled by their on-screen chemistry. The drama intensified during a screening of 'Muqaddar Ka Sikandar,' reportedly leaving Jaya Bachchan in tears. Subsequently, Amitabh allegedly decided not to work with Rekha, ending their iconic pairing after 'Silsila' despite Rekha's open admiration for him and Jaya.
Zarina Wahab married Aditya Pancholi quickly and stands strong despite his affair rumours. She values his role as a loving husband and father, dismisses gossip, and prioritizes self-love and independence. Their 38-year marriage reflects her belief in fairness and resilience amid challenges.
RJ Mahvash opened up about the emotional toll of online trolling amid rumours of her relationship with cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal. Despite false claims affecting her mental health, she emphasizes staying true to herself. Mahvash recently debuted in acting with Pyar Paisa Profit, receiving Chahal’s supportive gesture.
Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old physical education teacher from Mississippi, made history by winning American Idol on May 18, 2025, becoming the first black man to achieve this feat in 22 years since Ruben Studdard. His musical journey began in church, influenced by his grandparents, and he balanced his teaching career with his passion for singing.
Tom Cruise's Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning had a great start in India. The film earned Rs 33 crore in two days. It became the highest-grossing Hollywood film opening of 2025. The movie surpassed Final Destination Bloodlines and Thunderbolts. Strong bookings and Cruise's popularity helped. The film's success gave a boost to the Indian box office.
Ajay Devgn and Riteish Deshmukh's 'Raid 2' is performing well. The crime thriller is close to entering the Rs 150 crore club in India. On its third Sunday, the film earned Rs 5.50 crore. Total collection is now estimated at Rs 149 crore. Occupancy rates remain strong despite competition from Hollywood films.
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma, adored for their couple goals, recently visited Vrindavan. Earlier, Anushka shared the challenges of balancing their busy schedules, revealing they only spent 21 days together in the first six months of marriage. She also mentioned taking a break after 'Zero' due to feeling burnt out, while Virat recently retired from test cricket.
“Final Destination: Bloodlines” dominated the box office with a $51 million domestic debut, reviving the franchise after a 13-year hiatus. The film's success contributed to a strong weekend for Warner Bros., with “Sinners” and “A Minecraft Movie” also in the top five. Meanwhile, The Weeknd's thriller “Hurry Up Tomorrow” struggled, opening in sixth place with $3.3 million amidst poor reviews.
