Tuesday, June 30
Anurag Kashyap laments Hindi cinema's shift: bold films like Ugly or Gangs of Wasseypur can't pass censors amid corporate control and political changes. Unity against censorship is gone; he praises South cinema's risky, producer-backed stories.
In a surprising turn of events, Akshaye Khanna has stepped away from the eagerly awaited 'Drishyam 3'. Sources indicate that financial negotiations and creative visions clashed between him and the production team. After the success of 'Dhurandhar', Khanna aimed for a salary increase and a revamped look for his character, which led to the current standoff.
Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday's new rom-com, 'Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri,' faces a challenging box office debut. Advance bookings suggest a single-digit opening, impacted by strong competition from 'Dhurandhar' and 'Avatar: Fire and Ash,' limited screens, and fewer shows in key cities.
The teaser for GV Prakash Kumar's 25th film, 'Immortal', has been released. It transitions from a youth entertainer to a dark fantasy thriller. Kayadu Lohar also makes an appearance. The film, directed by Mariyappan Chinna, blends romance, thriller, and fantasy. Sam CS's background score enhances the mood shifts. The visuals and cinematography add to the intrigue.
Salman Khan turns 60 on Dec 27. Throwback pic with MS Dhoni & AP Dhillon, mud-covered at Panvel farmhouse, shared by Atul Agnihotri, goes viral. Fans rave: "Legends unbeatable!" Family plans low-key bash with biryani, farm fun. Salman teases gym selfie. Next: 'Battle of Galwan'.
Mahima Chaudhry's daughter, Ariana, recently gained internet fame after a red carpet appearance, drawing comparisons to Selena Gomez. While Ariana won't be debuting in Bollywood soon, Mahima expressed a desire for her daughter to eventually join the film industry, citing her own established career and love for cinema.
Taylor Swift's docuseries 'End of an Era' has fans emotional, particularly with a moment in the final episode. Travis Kelce sent Swift a heartfelt bouquet and letter during the last leg of 'The Eras Tour,' calling her 'the love of my life' and recalling their first meeting in Kansas City. The touching gesture has resonated widely on social media.
Kapil Sharma's 'Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2' faced stiff competition from 'Dhurandhar' and 'Avatar: Fire And Ash', impacting its box office. Despite a low point, the film has seen a slight recovery, accumulating Rs 12.09 crore after 12 days. Meanwhile, 'Dhurandhar' continues its strong run, nearing Rs 600 crore, and 'Avatar: Fire And Ash' is rapidly approaching Rs 90 crore.
Adding to his ongoing legal predicaments, comedian Russell Brand has been hit with more serious accusations, as British authorities unveil new rape and sexual assault charges from 2009 involving two additional women.
In an impressive debut, 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' has amassed over Rs 80 crore in India in its first five days post-release. Despite the rivalry among major releases, the film enjoyed a slight uptick in weekday earnings, with Tuesday figures clocking in at THIS. Let's learn more about the box office collections of the movie.
