Thursday, June 11
Sivakarthikeyan's 'Parasakthi' is making waves at the box office, crossing the Rs 35 crore mark within six days of its release. The film witnessed a significant surge in collections on its sixth day, outperforming previous figures. Healthy occupancy in Tamil Nadu, especially during afternoon and evening shows, indicates a strong audience connect and promises a continued successful run.
AR Rahman discusses his collaboration with Hans Zimmer for Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana,' highlighting his respect for Hindu mythology despite being Muslim. He emphasizes the epic's moral core and the importance of seeking wisdom universally. Rahman sees the project as a global message of love, uniting diverse backgrounds.
Indian Olympic boxer Mary Kom has revealed a starkly different reality of her marriage during her divorce from Karung Onkholer, contradicting her biopic's portrayal of a supportive husband. Her recent accusations of infidelity and financial fraud have resurfaced comedian Samay Raina's old remarks about the risks of making biopics on living individuals.
Filmmaker Nikkhil Advani stands firm in defending the artistic direction of 'Freedom at Midnight' Season 2, arguing that creativity should triumph over conventional aesthetics. Reflecting on the backlash faced by 'Kal Ho Naa Ho', he emphasizes that audience sentiment will never steer his narrative choices.
Prabhas's 'The Raja Saab' crossed Rs 130 crore net in its first week, showing sustained audience interest despite a slow start. The film saw a steady trend on Day 7, with strong performance in Telugu states, particularly in evening and night shows. Hindi belt occupancy remained low. All eyes are now on the upcoming weekend for further box office gains.
Director Sandeep Patel reunites with Malhar Thakar and Aarohi Patel for 'Lagan Laagi Re', a romantic comedy exploring modern relationships and the complexities of love and breakups. The film, described as a Gen Z-style musical, promises humor, warmth, and heartfelt entertainment for audiences. 'Lagan Laagi Re' is set to release on February 6, 2026.
Emraan Hashmi, shining in 'Taskaree: The Smuggler's Web', shares insights into his distinctive career choices. Unlike many of his contemporaries, he sidesteps traditional hero archetypes, opting instead for rich characters with moral ambiguity.
Bollywood's 'January jinx' persists, with recent releases like 'Ikkis' and 'The Raja Saab' underperforming. While trade experts acknowledge the trend, they emphasize content is king. Exceptions like 'Uri' and 'Pathaan' highlight Republic Day's potential. All eyes are now on 'Border 2' to potentially break this year's box office slump.
A new film, 'Gandhi Talks', starring Vijay Sethupathi, is set to be a unique cinematic experience. This silent movie uses powerful visuals and emotions to convey its message. The teaser highlights the influence of money and contrasts it with Gandhi's principles. AR Rahman's music adds depth to the narrative. The film will release on January 30.
CBFC faces fresh heat over Rahu Ketu's "voom" scream swap and Dhurandhar's "Baloch" mute. Vijay's Jana Nayagan battles 27 cuts in court, Parasakthi loses 25. Past hits like Haider (23 cuts) and Udta Punjab (89 slashes, court win) show censorship clipping bold cinema's wings.
