Wednesday, June 24
Renowned journalist Shobhaa De praised Rekha for her captivating aura and her delightful rapport with the paparazzi, setting it apart from Jaya Bachchan's more reserved style. De articulated Rekha's remarkable versatility, highlighting her ability to seamlessly adopt any character while reminding us that her enigmatic allure remains her strongest asset, cautioning that too much visibility could detract from her charm.
Yami Gautam is venturing into horror-comedy with Aanand L Rai's 'Nayi Naveli', a departure from her recent serious roles. This ensemble film, rooted in Indian folklore and mythology, promises scale, humor, and emotional depth. Scheduled to begin filming in February, it marks Gautam's first project with Rai's production house and Tamil director Balaji Mohan's Hindi directorial debut.
In a candid moment on Dax Shepard's podcast, Cher opened up about her passionate romance with music mogul David Geffen from the 1970s. She spoke fondly of their authentic connection, emphasizing that Geffen, who would eventually identify as gay, harbored genuine feelings for her at the time.
Sadie Sink revealed that fan theories about her role in 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' preceded Marvel's official offer. The actress found out about her potential casting through online speculation before being approached by the studio. She described the secrecy surrounding the project as 'torture' amidst constant fan guesses.
‘Dhurandhar’ has achieved a historic fifth weekend, raking in Rs. 33.25 crore and pushing its Hindi net collection past ₹781 crore. This Aditya Dhar directorial is now set to break ‘Pushpa 2’s record, a remarkable feat achieved solely through its Hindi version, unlike other Rs. 1000-crore club members. The film's consistent performance defies typical box office trends, solidifying its all-time blockbuster status.
Varun Dhawan faced acting flak after 'Ghar Kab Aaoge' from 'Border 2' dropped. He clapped back on Instagram comments: "Yehi sawaal ne gaana hit kar diya!" Fans cheered his wit. The Anurag Singh directorial sequel to 1997's Border releases Jan 23, starring Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh.
Acclaimed director Mira Nair is turning her long-gestating vision of artist Amrita Sher-Gil into reality with her upcoming biopic titled 'Amri'. Launching this week, a scouting trip in Amritsar, Punjab, marks the first step in this grand international venture.
Kajol and Twinkle Khanna recently found themselves at the centre of a social media storm after comments made on their talk show Two Much. During a candid conversation, the duo suggested that physical infidelity may not necessarily be a deal-breaker in a marriage, with Twinkle summing it up in her signature wit by saying, “raat gayi, baat gayi” (what’s done is done).
Veteran journalist Shobhaa De expressed disappointment over veteran actor Dharmendra not receiving a state funeral, questioning the oversight. She noted the unusual circumstances surrounding the funeral arrangements and suggested potential complications between the Deol and Hema Malini families, despite their dignified silence. De emphasized the actor's immense popularity and deserving stature for such an honor.
Mastiii 4 has come under legal scrutiny after popular content creator Ashish Sharma approached the Delhi High Court, flagging similarities between a comedy sequence in the film and his viral Instagram reel that clocked over 11 million views.
