Thursday, July 02
Moviegoers catching 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' this weekend are treated to a surprise 'Ramayana' promo. A viral video shows fans cheering Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram in the 3D trailer, hinting at a spectacular retelling of the epic. The film, also starring Yash and Sai Pallavi, is set for a Diwali 2026 release.
In a recent Instagram tribute, Naseem Mughal, who starred alongside Ranveer Singh as Lulli Dakait in the blockbuster 'Dhurandhar', celebrated Singh's magnetic on-screen charisma and vibrant energy. Mughal hailed Singh as a beacon of fearless artistry, inspiring not only himself but countless other performers in the industry. Released on December 5, 2025, 'Dhurandhar' has quickly soared to success.
Gautami Kapoor, who was recently seen opposite R Madhavan in De De Pyaar De 2 also starring Ajay Devgn and Rakul Preet Singh, has finally spoken about the online backlash she faced over a remark she made during a podcast about parenting and openness with her daughter, Sia Kapoor, about her willingness to buy a sex toy for her 16th birthday. The comment, which resurfaced months later, unexpectedly turned into a full-blown controversy, leaving the actor disturbed and emotionally drained.
Singer Rahul Vaidya's recent social media post, advocating for Indians to embrace their own languages and culture over English, has sparked a debate. While some netizens agreed with his sentiment, many pointed out the irony of him sharing this message in English, leading to online trolling. Messi's India tour also saw him meet Bollywood celebrities.
In a heartfelt moment, Sunny Deol took to social media to pay tribute to his father, Dharmendra, after watching the emotionally charged trailer for 'Ikkis.' The film tells the touching story of Second Lt. Arun Khetarpal, the youngest recipient of the Param Vir Chakra, with Dharmendra portraying a grieving father.
Rukmini Vasanth confessed her anxiety about playing a manipulative character in 'Kantara: Chapter 1', fearing it would limit future roles. She felt the industry pressures young actresses into 'traditional heroine' molds. However, the audience's positive reception to her dual performance, appreciating both her range and the 'good girl' roles, eased her concerns and broadened her perspective on acting.
Madhuri Dixit attributes the longevity of 90s stars to their consistency in making good films and investing deeply in their work. She also highlighted how many took control by becoming producers. Dixit fondly recalled her experiences with co-stars Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, praising their charm, wit, and grounded nature.
Poonam Sinha candidly revealed that she didn't know about Sonakshi and Zaheer's five-year courtship until much later, though she sensed something was amiss. Sonakshi confirmed her mother was the first to know, while Zaheer acknowledged Poonam's intuition. The couple's mothers met informally before the wedding, with Poonam noticing Sonakshi's deference to Zaheer's mother.
Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are fueling wedding rumors again. While AI-generated wedding photos circulated, a recent public display of affection at an event and Rashmika's coy responses about her engagement have intensified speculation. Vijay's team reportedly confirmed a wedding next year, delighting fans.
