Wednesday, March 18
Border 2 has taken the box office by storm, collecting an astonishing Rs 177 crore in just four days. This thrilling patriotic flick, featuring Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan, has defied all expectations, showcasing the timeless allure of war stories. Its success resonates with a brilliant blend of nostalgia and innovative casting, appealing to a wide array of moviegoers.
Karthi's film 'Vaa Vaathiyaar' is now available on Amazon Prime Video. The movie released in theaters on January 14. Its digital premiere is on January 28, just two weeks later. This is a much shorter window than usual. The film received mixed reviews. It also had disappointing box office collections. The early OTT release has raised questions about industry norms.
Nakuul Mehta, who stars in 'Space Gen: Chandrayaan', revealed that he once lost a film role for being “too good-looking.” He recalled how a director dropped him after finalising everything, claiming his looks didn’t suit the part. The series, inspired by India’s Chandrayaan missions, also stars Shriya Saran and others.
Filmmaker Farah Khan, while promoting a skincare product, humorously attributed her glowing skin to the brand after her cook praised her natural beauty. She then candidly stated that, apart from Aishwarya Rai, few actresses in the industry are naturally beautiful.
Border 2 has achieved exceptional box office success over its opening weekend, driven by strong performances on Saturday, Sunday, and Republic Day. The film garnered a massive Rs 59 crore on Monday, with mass belts and Tier-2/Tier-3 centers showing extraordinary results, leading to a total collection of Rs 179.23 crore in just five days.
Director Sam Raimi has definitively closed the door on a potential "Spider-Man 4" featuring Tobey Maguire, stating his chapter with the character is complete. Raimi believes it's inappropriate to revisit his version after the franchise has moved on and new iterations have been embraced by a fresh generation of fans. He emphasized the importance of continuing the story forward.
Actress Ahaana Krishna voiced her displeasure over the seating arrangement at the 55th Kerala State Film Awards, noting the absence of women awardees in the front row. She questioned if this was a coincidence, highlighting that several deserving female recipients were seated further back. Her comments have ignited online discussions about the ceremony's organization.
Thalapathy Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' faces an uncertain release after a censor board member's complaint about alleged military references and communal disharmony. The Madras High Court has set aside a single judge's order for immediate certification, sending the case back for a fresh hearing and allowing the CBFC time to respond.
The thrilling trailer for 'Vadh 2' is out, hinting at a gripping tale of justice within a jail. Sanjay Mishra plays an investigating officer, while Neena Gupta portrays an inmate. Their secret meetings and the mysterious disappearance of a cruel inmate, Keshav, form the core of this intense drama. Fans are buzzing with excitement for this spiritual sequel.
Veteran actor Dharmendra was posthumously awarded the Padma Vibhushan in the 2026 Padma Awards. Filmmaker Anil Sharma said the honour should have come during his lifetime. The iconic star, known for classics like Sholay and Seeta Aur Geeta, passed away on November 24, 2025. His final film, Ikkis, released recently.
