Tuesday, June 30
Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova have joyfully welcomed their fourth child, a baby born on December 17th. The couple shared the heartwarming news on Instagram, revealing their newborn has joined their three older children. This expansion of their family brings immense happiness, with Iglesias reportedly prioritizing fatherhood over his demanding career.
Nandamuri Balakrishna's 'Akhanda 2' has garnered an impressive Rs 85.1 crore India net in its first eleven days. While the film enjoyed a strong opening and a solid second weekend, Day 11 witnessed a significant drop in collections, earning just Rs 65 lakhs. The movie, directed by Boyapati Srinu, features a star-studded cast and has received mixed reviews.
Jasmine Sandlas recently celebrated her viral silver screen debut with the song 'Shararat' from Aditya Dhar’s 'Dhurandhar'. Revealing an intense 48-hour straight shooting schedule, she credited the track's massive success to the team’s dedication. The song has even gained global traction, with Nick Jonas joining the viral trend.
Singer Chinmayi Sripada has strongly criticized actor Sivaji's remarks advising actresses to wear more covering clothes. She questioned who decides women's clothing choices and highlighted the double standards of men who dictate women's dress while celebrating their own freedom. The incident underscores societal attitudes towards women's autonomy and the impact of public statements.
Kiara Advani advocates for a healthy work-life balance in Bollywood, emphasizing that burnout harms creativity and well-being. Following motherhood, she now prioritizes stories with soul and is carefully managing her health while taking on challenging roles, like her transformative part in the upcoming film 'Toxic'.
Akshaye Khanna wins praise for his intense role as Rehman Dakait in Dhurandhar. Co-star Aditya Uppal revealed a BTS fun fact from their van scene: Khanna urged him to hit hard for realism, saying, “Tez se maaro, main gir nahi raha hu,” overcoming Uppal's hesitation. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film stars Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, and more.
Tamil actor Shaam fondly remembers his 'Lesa Lesa' co-star Sreenivasan, praising his humor and spontaneous acting. Shaam shared that working with the veteran Malayalam artist was a learning experience, highlighting Sreenivasan's ability to elevate scenes. The industry mourns the loss of the multi-talented Sreenivasan, a celebrated actor and screenwriter.
Filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj is accelerating the final stages of his action thriller 'O' Romeo'. Lead actor Shahid Kapoor is returning for a two-day patch shoot this week, focusing on action and dialogue. An additional eight-day schedule in January 2026 will incorporate crowd sequences and body doubles. Editing is already in progress for the February 13 release.
In its third week, Ranveer Singh's espionage thriller 'Dhurandhar' continues to draw viewers with its authentic depiction of a spy's life in the shadows. The film smartly avoids glamorizing adversaries, presenting raw, intense action that resonates with fans. Critics laud its poignant performances, well-curated soundtrack, and meaningful dialogue, embracing a narrative-focused storytelling that emphasizes depth over spectacle.
'Border 2', spiritual sequel to 1997's 'Border', builds hype with character posters and trailer. Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, and Ahan Shetty teamed up at a promo event, sharing stylish photos and nerves about working with the veteran. Star cast includes Diljit Dosanjh; releases January 22, 2026.
