Friday, March 20
Actor Colin Egglesfield, celebrated for his performance in 'Something Borrowed,' has emerged victorious once again, this time conquering prostate cancer—his third diagnosis. Detected early in 2024, Egglesfield opted for surgery, forgoing chemotherapy and radiation after successfully battling testicular cancer twice. His journey inspires countless individuals, as he emphasizes the importance of cherishing each moment and cultivating joy from within.
Jiiva's 'Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil' shows a slight dip on Day 8, collecting Rs 66 lakhs to reach a total of Rs 19.46 crore. Despite a normal post-first-week slowdown, the film is performing well for its scale, nearing the Rs 20 crore mark. Positive audience reviews highlight its engaging narrative and humor.
Sivakarthikeyan's 'Parasakthi' experienced a significant box office dip on its 13th day, earning just Rs 33 lakhs and bringing its total to Rs 50.98 crore. Tamil Nadu occupancy remained low at 13.14 percent. Social media buzz highlights the film's powerful, thought-provoking nature, though some viewers found it slow-paced.
Music composer Palash Muchhal has vehemently denied allegations of a Rs 40 lakh fraud case, calling them "baseless and factually incorrect." He stated the claims were made with malicious intent to tarnish his reputation and vowed legal action. The allegations stem from a complaint by Vidnyan Mane, who claims Muchhal promised significant profits on a film investment that never materialized.
Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' faces certification issues, missing its January 9 release and prompting a court appeal with over Rs 500 crore at stake. Filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra recalls a similar struggle with 'Rang De Basanti,' which also faced censorship hurdles and financial strain before its eventual successful release.
Anticipation is high for 'Border 2' as it releases today, January 23rd, aiming for a strong Republic Day weekend. Early estimates show impressive advance bookings exceeding Rs 12 crore, with strong ticket sales across various formats. The film is poised for a significant opening, potentially challenging 'Gadar 2's historic success and aiming for one of 2026's highest debuts.
Prabhas's 'The Raja Saab' is struggling significantly at the box office, with collections plummeting to just Rs 51 lakhs on its 14th day. The film has garnered a total of Rs 142.71 crore in India, but occupancy remains critically low across Telugu and Hindi markets. Mixed online reactions highlight issues with the storyline and execution, suggesting a tough road ahead.
In a candid interview, ahead of her upcoming webseries, 'Daldal', Bhumi Pednekar opened up about her nine-month acting hiatus following the backlash against Netflix's 'The Royals' opposite Ishaan Khatter. Citing "emotional depletion" and a fear of mediocrity, the actress had stepped away to study at Harvard, watch films and "experience life again".
Experience the haunting edges of 'Sheshippu', the Malayalam psychological thriller that is now accessible on Sun NXT and OTTplay Premium. If you weren’t able to catch it during its festival journey, now's your chance. The film, which delves into themes of isolation and hidden emotions, features captivating performances by Meenakshi Jayan and Rashid Rahman.
