Tuesday, August 18
Mimoh Chakraborty recounted Abhishek Bachchan's advice to persevere despite challenges, a lesson learned during his father's work on 'Guru.' He also expressed his admiration for Hrithik Roshan, whom he's never met. Mimoh also discussed 'He,' a film about a young slum dweller's journey of self-discovery after unexpectedly becoming an actor.
Kunal Kapoor opened up about his four-year break, fearing being forgotten after turning down repetitive roles. Despite the hiatus, he stayed productive by developing scripts. Marking his comeback with Jewel Thief, Kunal now prepares for his Telugu debut in Vishwambara and an undisclosed role in 'Ramayana'.
Sonali Bendre revealed that director Sooraj Barjatya cast her in 'Hum Saath Saath Hain' opposite Salman Khan with a specific request. Barjatya, initially picturing her character Dr. Preeti in western clothes, agreed to Indian attire on one condition. He insisted Sonali keep wearing her signature nose ring, which she readily accepted.
Actress Preity Zinta is known for her candid interactions with fans and social media users, regularly sharing her thoughts on X (formerly Twitter) through question-and-answer (Q&A) sessions. A recent response from Preity gained attention online when a fan asked her the secret to staying young and beautiful at her age.
virat kohli and anushka sharma's viral pictures over the years
Amidst India-Pakistan tensions, Alia Bhatt voiced a powerful plea for peace, honoring the Indian armed forces' courage. Her heartfelt note acknowledged the soldiers' sacrifices and the anxiety of their families. Bhatt's mother, Soni Razdan, also urged restraint, cautioning against the devastating consequences of war and emphasizing the need to protect the soldiers on the front lines.
Anurag Kashyap shared a nostalgic throwback photo of Virat Kohli from his early cricket days, expressing admiration for his impactful career. Several Bollywood celebrities, including Ranveer Singh, Vicky Kaushal, and Suniel Shetty, also paid tribute to Kohli following his Test cricket retirement announcement. They celebrated his remarkable journey, passion, and lasting legacy on the field.
Kareena Kapoor Khan proudly supports her mother-in-law, Sharmila Tagore, as she prepares to represent India at the Cannes 2025 premiere of the restored classic, Aranyer Din Ratri. Sharmila Tagore shared her excitement about the film's restoration and its global recognition. Kareena expressed her admiration with a simple yet powerful tribute, calling her mother-in-law a "Legend" on Instagram.
The British Academy Television Awards 2025 celebrated television excellence. Marisa Abela won Leading Actress for 'Industry'. Jessica Gunning secured Best Supporting Actress for 'Baby Reindeer'. Lenny James and Ariyon Bakare won for 'Mr Loverman'. 'Mr Bates vs The Post Office' won Best Limited Series. Danny Dyer won Best Male Performance in a Comedy for 'Mr Bigstuff'.
Ibrahim Ali Khan, son of Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh, acknowledges the frequent comparisons to his father, even from his mother during arguments. He's preparing for his acting debut, aware of the nepotism criticisms he might face. Ibrahim is set to appear in 'Nadaaniyan' and 'Diler', a sports drama, alongside Sreeleela, and 'Sarzameen' with Kajol.
