Monday, March 09
Jayaram and son Kalidas Jayaram's 'Aashakal Aayiram' has garnered Rs 3.9 crore in its opening week, showing steady mid-week collections before a slight dip. The film, featuring Asha Sarath and Sharafudheen, appeals to family audiences, with strong night show occupancy. A re-sung classic track has sparked online discussion.
Actor Justin Baldoni emerged from court with a smile after settlement talks in his legal battle. While Blake Lively's team was present, she did not attend. Baldoni is also involved in a separate lawsuit with his former publicist. Settlement discussions were reportedly unsuccessful, with a trial anticipated in May.
The suspenseful movie 'Anomie: The Equation of Death,' starring the dynamic duo Bhavana Menon and Rahman, has made a notable splash at the box office with a global haul of Rs 1.38 crore in its first week. The Malayalam version accounted for a solid Rs 1.15 crore, reflecting a steady audience turnout.
Megastar Chiranjeevi unveiled the first picture of his newborn twin grandchildren, Shiva Ram and Anveera Devi, from the naming ceremony. He explained the names honor family legacy and divine strength, with Shiva Ram referencing his own birth name and Anveera Devi paying tribute to Goddess Shakti. The proud grandfather shared the heartwarming moment with fans.
'Border 2' wraps up its cinema stint following a robust premiere week, though box office figures have seen a decline. While reviews were mixed, the film managed to attract considerable audiences, particularly benefiting from the Republic Day holiday. With fresh titles poised for release, 'Border 2' may soon be bidding adieu to theaters, having raked in Rs 317 crore.
In just its first week, the romantic film 'With Love' has taken the box office by storm, raking in an impressive Rs 13.17 crore, including Rs 1.12 crore on Day 7 alone. Although there's been a minor decline in net revenue, its popularity remains intact, particularly thriving in Tamil and Telugu screenings.
Rajkumar Hirani plans a 4–5 minute AI short film as a creative experiment, calling AI “a great tool” to enhance storytelling without replacing traditional methods. His Variety India remarks have sparked online debate.
Singer Palash Muchhal received interim relief from the Bombay High Court against Vidnyan Mane, who made explosive allegations about Muchhal's cancelled wedding to Smriti Mandhana. The court restrained Mane from publishing further statements, citing potential reputational damage. Mane had accused Muchhal of infidelity and financial fraud, claims Muchhal has vehemently denied.
Shahid Kapoor’s 'O’Romeo' has received an “A” certificate from the CBFC after minor edits to dialogues and violent scenes. The film, directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, runs for 178 minutes and releases on February 12, 2027. It stars Nana Patekar, Disha Patani, Tamannaah Bhatia, and others, reportedly inspired by Mafia Queens of Mumbai.
Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt and his wife Shwetambari have been granted interim bail by the Supreme Court of India in a fraud case involving alleged misappropriation of ₹30 crore. The couple, who spent over two months in judicial custody, were arrested following a complaint by Indira IVF founder Dr. Ajay Murdia. The matter will be heard again on February 19, 2026.
