Monday, June 29
Dharmendra's death last month shocked Bollywood. Director Anil Sharma, who collaborated on hits like Hukumat and Apne, shared their first meeting story from Burning Train sets. As a young assistant, Sharma approached the tired star in his car with Hema Malini, receiving blessings and a success prediction. "There has never been an actor like him," Sharma said, noting global mourning.
In a recent interview, Danish Pandor, the actor behind Uzair Baloch in 'Dhurandhar', shared intriguing insights on the film's depiction of violence. He pointed out that perception plays a crucial role, suggesting that what viewers interpret as brutality might differ vastly from his character's reality. Read on to know more.
Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt may reunite in post-apocalyptic Pralay, their third after Gully Boy and Rocky Aur Rani. Jai Mehta directs the zombie dystopia starting mid-2026 post-Don 3. Alia as strong lead excites fans; early talks buzz with action-drama promise.
Sharmila Tagore lauded Saif Ali Khan's parenting, highlighting his balance between work and family, even with Sara's late-night premieres. She shared how Saif encouraged participation over perfection with Ibrahim's Christmas tree decorating. Sara also spoke about inheriting her father's eclectic tastes and her mother's unfiltered authenticity.
During a heartfelt audio launch in Malaysia for his concluding masterpiece 'Jana Nayagan', Thalapathy Vijay shared an emotional moment, labeling his farewell to cinema as 'bittersweet.' The launch also celebrated the debut of the captivating song 'Chella Magale.' Directed by H. Vinoth, the star-studded film, which includes Pooja Hegde and Bobby Deol, is scheduled for release on January 9, 2026.
Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna's 'Dhurandhar' has shattered box office records, grossing over Rs 670 crore in just 24 days. The spy thriller has surpassed the lifetime collection of 'Kalki 2898 AD,' earning widespread critical acclaim. The sequel, 'Dhurandhar: Part 2,' is slated for release on March 19, 2026.
Late actor Lance Reddick's wife, Stephanie, played a pivotal role in casting Thalia Grace for the 'Percy Jackson' series. She recommended Tamara Smart, who had previously portrayed Reddick's daughter. Showrunner Dan Shotz was initially hesitant but was ultimately captivated by Smart's audition tape and her chemistry with co-star Walker Scobell, leading to her casting.
Vineet Kumar Singh broke through in 2025 with hits 'Chhaava' and 'Superboys of Malegaon' after 20 years in showbiz. He recalled AD days carrying kid Ishaan Khatter on 'Vaah Life Ho To Aisi', survival gigs like Suniel Shetty duplicate, and rise from 'Gangs of Wasseypur' to stardom.
While the new 'Anaconda' film boasts an impressive cast, it has not found favor with Indian audiences, earning only Rs 3.40 crore in its debut weekend.
Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt and his wife Shwetambari have been denied bail for the second time in a Rs 30 crore IVF fraud case. The Udaipur court cited the ongoing, sensitive nature of the investigation and the potential for interference as reasons for refusal. The probe involves scrutinizing financial documents and may lead to further arrests.
