Friday, June 26
Veteran actor Zarina Wahab, who will soon be seen in Prabhas’ upcoming Telugu film The Raja Saab, made candid observations about the changing nature of Hindi cinema while interacting with the press on Monday. Speaking during promotions, the actor said she believes family-oriented storytelling has largely disappeared from Bollywood, while continuing to thrive in South Indian cinema.
Hollywood's awards season ignited with the Critics Choice Awards, where 'One Battle After Another' clinched Best Picture and Director. 'Sinners' also shone, securing multiple wins. Acting accolades went to Timothée Chalamet and Jessie Buckley. Television saw 'Adolescence' and 'The Studio' triumph, setting a competitive tone for the upcoming awards.
In a candid moment, Michael B. Jordan, famed for his gripping performance as Erik Killmonger in 'Black Panther,' opened up about the emotional toll the role took on him. He revealed that diving deep into Killmonger's rage and feelings of abandonment, born from betrayal and systemic injustices, led him to pursue therapy as a means of self-care.
Actor Naveen Kaushik believes Ranveer Singh's subtle performance in 'Dhurandhar' deserves more recognition, despite Akshaye Khanna's scene-stealing role. Kaushik highlighted Ranveer's disciplined portrayal, contrasting it with his vibrant off-screen persona. He emphasized Ranveer's dedication to character, even in celebratory scenes, allowing Khanna's impactful presence to dominate.
Speculation around actor Rajat Bedi being roped in as the villain of Krrish 4 had been doing the rounds since October 2025. However, the rumours have now been firmly put to rest by filmmaker Rakesh Roshan.
Janhvi Kapoor and Lakshya shot a romantic scene at Marine Drive for 'Lag Jaa Gale', directed by Raj Mehta and produced by Karan Johar. A viral video shows their intimate eye-lock moment. Tiger Shroff leads this action-revenge drama. Janhvi's recent hit: 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari'.
Deepika Padukone, celebrating her birthday with fans, proudly championed husband Ranveer Singh's blockbuster 'Dhurandhar'. She enthusiastically inquired about fan viewership, confirming the film's success and hinting at a sequel's imminent arrival. The actress had previously lauded Ranveer's performance on social media, as 'Dhurandhar' continues its impressive box office run.
Owen Cooper clinched the Best Supporting Actor award at the 31st Critics Choice Awards for his impactful role in Netflix's 'Adolescence'. The 16-year-old, who previously made history as the youngest male Emmy winner, expressed profound gratitude for the life-changing experience and the support he received from the show's creators and his family.
Iconic actor Mickey Rourke is battling eviction from his beloved Los Angeles home after his landlord filed a complaint for over $59,000 in overdue rent and fees. To assist him during this challenging time, his management has initiated a crowdfunding campaign, hoping fans will contribute to help secure his residence, where he has laid roots since March 2025.
