Friday, June 26
Agastya Nanda, debuting in 'Ikkis', asserts his identity solely as 'Nanda', distancing himself from the legacies of his famous grandparents, Amitabh Bachchan and Raj Kapoor. He emphasizes focusing on making his father proud, rather than aspiring to emulate other accomplished family members in his acting career.
Neha Dhupia, lauded for 'Single Papa' and 'Perfect Family', opened up on industry anxiety and dry spells of 3-4 years. She cries despite 20 years' experience, pushes for "thick skin," and draws from Akshaye Khanna's selective path: "Hum bhi 6 saal ghar baith jate hain." His Chhaava, Dhurandhar hit Rs 1200cr worldwide.
Bobby Deol and Akshaye Khanna's stellar comebacks—from 'Aashram', 'Animal' to 'Chhaava', 'Dhurandhar'—spark Humraaz 2 buzz, their 2002 hit. Producer Ratan Jain: "Right script, and it's on—let Akshaye settle post-success." His Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 eyes January 2026 re-release.
Despite the roaring success of 'Dhurandhar', which is sweeping the box office with almost Rs 775 crore in India and an astounding Rs 1200 crore worldwide, Rahul Khanna, brother of star Akshaye Khanna, remains yet to see the film. He’s waiting for a personal viewing with Akshaye himself due to personal reasons.
Kritika Kamra and Gaurav Kapur have seemingly confirmed their relationship by celebrating New Year's Eve 2026 together in Jaisalmer. Photos shared by Kamra show the couple enjoying a cozy celebration with friends, including Sagrika Ghagte and Zaheer Khan, sparking widespread positive reactions from netizens.
Veteran journalist Simi Chandoke has shed light on the industry's casting couch, noting that both male and female actors have faced such propositions. She referenced Ranveer Singh and Ayushmann Khurrana, who have previously spoken about their experiences. Chandoke highlighted fears surrounding actors and directors coming out, and the potential impact on careers due to homophobia and casting couch concerns.
Fans eagerly awaiting the sequel to the 2012 hit 'Cocktail' can rejoice as 'Cocktail 2' is slated for a September 2026 release. This strategic six-month gap after Shahid Kapoor's 'O' Remeo' in February allows both films to establish their unique identities. The movie is currently in its final stages, with a strong focus on its integral music.
Deepika Padukone marked her birthday with an intimate fan celebration in Mumbai, personally flying in lucky attendees. A heartwarming video captured the star cutting a chocolate cake as fans serenaded her with a song from her debut film, 'Om Shanti Om'. Visibly touched, Deepika shared the moment, creating a viral sensation.
Aditya Roy Kapur denies rumors of quitting Mohit Suri's next film, joking they've only met for cricket. No talks occurred, sources confirm. Fans crave a reunion after hits like Aashiqui 2 (2013) and Malang (2020). Meanwhile, Suri's Saiyaara smashed records with Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's chemistry.
Despite the star power of Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday, their film 'Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri' has struggled at the box office, raking in only Rs 32.05 crore by its eleventh day. Analysts point to uninspired content as the main hurdle in drawing in audiences, especially with stronger contenders vying for attention in theaters.
