Monday, August 17
Shah Rukh Khan's iconic residence, Mannat, is currently being renovated, prompting the family's temporary move to a rented apartment. The mansion's new, rustic nameplate has captivated fans, while renovations, including the addition of two floors, are underway. Khan is also preparing for his upcoming thriller, 'King', potentially co-starring Rani Mukerji.
Anurag Kashyap draws parallels between SS Rajamouli's global rise and Bong Joon-ho's success, highlighting Rajamouli's expanding international audience since 'Eega.' He praises Malayalam cinema's evolution, comparing it to the Korean cinema of the late '90s, while expressing concerns about Tamil cinema's reliance on blockbuster formulas. Kashyap acknowledges Telugu cinema's unique mythological direction and admits limited recent exposure to Kannada films.
Rani Mukerji made her Bollywood debut with the 1996 film 'Raja Ki Aayegi Baaraat', a movie that was criticised in the past for its poor narrative. It has now become the subject of memes on social media. One particular scene, where Rani’s character attempts to save her husband by sucking out snake venom, recently caught the attention of actress Madhuri Dixit's husband, Dr Shriram Nene.
Bollywood actor Vijay Varma is known for his unique choice of films, having won hearts with his performance-oriented roles over the past few years. He recently opened up about his journey to stardom and how he followed his passion against all odds.
Ishaan Khatter, basking in the success of 'The Royals,' values his brother Shahid Kapoor's honest feedback on his work. Shahid's advice to "be the sun" has encouraged Ishaan to embrace his individuality. Ishaan's series 'The Royals' premiered on Netflix, while he prepares for his Cannes debut with 'Homebound,' and Shahid films his project with Vishal Bhardwaj.
From obsessive lovers to morally complex characters, Shah Rukh Khan has never shied away from breaking the mould. In films like Darr and Anjaam, he stepped away from the typical romantic hero image to portray dark, layered roles with unsettling conviction.
Bosco Martis, choreographer of hits like 'Tauba Tauba' and 'Kala Chashma', expressed disappointment over lack of credit for 'Chuttamalle'. Praising Vicky Kaushal’s acknowledgment, he stressed the need for a systematic protocol to recognize choreographers’ work, ensuring proper credit without relying on personal endorsements or demands.
Hrithik Roshan, confirmed as director of 'Krrish 4', will release the 'War 2' teaser on May 20, Jr NTR’s birthday. Though he met director Atlee in 2024 to discuss collaboration, busy schedules delayed plans. 'War 2' releases August 14, 2025, starring Jr NTR and Kiara Advani.
Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty’s upcoming movie 'Kesari Veer' is all set to hit the screens on May 23, and the actor is currently busy promoting his films. The 'Hera Pheri' actor has now spoken about the ongoing buzz surrounding 'Hera Pheri 3' and shared how comfortable he felt sharing the screen with his co-stars in the film.
Social media influencer RJ Mahvash is all set to make her acting debut with the upcoming web series Pyaar Paisa Profit. While promoting the show, she was asked what she’d like to “steal” from Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal. Her heartfelt response quickly won the internet’s affection.
