Friday, August 21
The 2024 KBS Drama Awards honored numerous talented actors in a pre-recorded ceremony, highlighted by Lee Soon Jae, 90, winning the Grand Prize. Key winners included Im Soo Hyang, Kim Jung Hyun, and popular K-pop idols turned actors. The ceremony also celebrated drama couples with 'Best Couple Awards' and featured emotional moments and heartfelt apologies.
Wamiqa Gabbi is set to star in a Bollywood remake of Shaktimaan alongside Ranveer Singh, directed by Basil Joseph. The actress, known for her versatile roles, is also in talks for a Telugu movie with Nani. The superhero film has been in development for five years and is expected to begin shooting in May 2025, with a release in 2026.
A new video of Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan is stealing the spotlight on the internet, where the son is seen admiring his legendary father as he carries out his usual Sunday visit to his fans in front of his residence, Jalsa, in Mumbai. In the video shared online by paparazzi, Abhishek is seen standing on the first floor of Jalsa and looking at his father Amitabh with pride.
'Mufasa: The Lion King' continues to captivate audiences into its fourth week, accumulating Rs. 129.56 crore in earnings. After a strong holiday weekend opening, the movie's Hindi version, voiced by Shah Rukh Khan and his sons, boosted its appeal. Although recent earnings have dipped, competition from new releases like 'Game Changer' and 'Nosferatu' is influencing its ongoing box office performance.
Bollywood bodyguards often find themselves in the spotlight due to rumors about their high salaries. Yusuf Ibrahim, a celebrity security expert, debunks claims of multi-crore earnings, highlighting the realistic figures for high-profile roles. Most Bollywood bodyguards earn Rs 25,000 to 1 lakh monthly, with elite ones making up to Rs 12 lakh. Additional perks are common based on celebrities' activity.
Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna recently addressed allegations of copying Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan, shedding light on an old anecdote involving a remark allegedly made by Big B. Mukesh recounted how a comment attributed to Amitabh lingered in his thoughts over the years, though he clarified that it never influenced his career decisions or affected their mutual respect.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck finalized their divorce in January 2025. Lopez is focusing on herself but is open to dating again with Kim Kardashian's support. Kardashian is eager to help Lopez find a new partner, acting as her matchmaker. Lopez is ready to embrace a carefree lifestyle and move past the pain of her previous relationship.
Janhvi Kapoor, Ananya Panday, Khushi Kapoor, Shikhar Pahariya, and others attended a friend's wedding and shared celebratory moments on social media. The event highlighted their stunning outfits, including Janhvi's red saree and Ananya's casual attire. Ananya also visited the Golden Temple post-wedding festivities.
Ram Charan and Kiara Advani's 'Game Changer' released on January 10th, 2025. Directed by Shankar, the movie performed well at the box office, earning Rs 72.5 crore in two days. The political drama impressed audiences, especially with Ram Charan's performance. The film is expected to dominate the box office in the coming weeks.
Entertainment highlights include Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma's trip to Alibaug with their children, Sonakshi Sinha requesting privacy from paparazzi, Varun Dhawan's new look for Border 2, updates on Tiku Talsania's recovery from a brain stroke, and Avneet Kaur attending a Coldplay concert.
