Thursday, July 02
'Dhurandhar' continues its impressive box office run, with its second weekend surpassing the first and becoming the biggest second weekend grosser, even beating 'Pushpa 2'. The film has now crossed Rs 674 crore worldwide, surpassing 'Baahubali's lifetime collection. Domestically, it has reached Rs 440.78 crore, though a slowdown is now evident as 'Avatar Fire And Ash' gains momentum.
Nargis's return to a Kapoor family event after 24 years, following her real-life romance with Raj Kapoor, was met with her unease. Raj's wife, Krishna Kapoor, displayed remarkable grace, reassuring Nargis and fostering a sense of friendship. This chapter, acknowledged by Rishi Kapoor and Ritu Nanda, highlights familial understanding amidst past complexities.
Veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar ignited a debate by questioning why women are expected to cover their faces, attributing it to social conditioning rather than personal choice. He emphasized that modesty in dress applies to all genders, but argued that a woman's face itself shouldn't be considered inherently vulgar or undignified, prompting reflection on societal pressures.
Leslee Lewis, the singer-performer who helped shape India’s pop revolution in the 1990s, is back with Tere Bina Main, the final track in his Phir Se Rock & Roll series. In an exclusive interview with ETimes, Leslee opens up about the making of the song, his enduring excitement for music, the lessons decades in the industry have taught him, and why live performance remains his biggest high.
Akshaye Khanna is dominating social media with his villainous portrayal of Rehman Dakait in 'Dhurandhar'. Casting director Mukesh Chhabra revealed Khanna's enthusiastic acceptance after a narration, highlighting his focus on work. Chhabra also shared Rakesh Bedi's immediate trust in taking on his role.
At the 'Raja Saab' song launch in Hyderabad, actress Nidhhi Agerwal experienced an intense moment when an enthusiastic crowd of fans overwhelmed her during her departure. Footage reveals her distress as she attempts to navigate through the throng, leaving many viewers outraged over the excessive adoration and the lack of proper crowd control by the organizers.
When Bahraini rapper Flipperachi released FA9LA, it was intended as a standalone hip-hop track. Few could have predicted that the song would soon find itself at the centre of a global pop-culture moment — powered largely by its inclusion in Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar and Akshaye Khanna’s now-viral performance to its beats. In a recent interaction, Flipperachi reflected on how the film dramatically altered the trajectory of the track and his own career.
Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday shine in the trailer of ‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri,’ hinting at a heartfelt love story. Jackie Shroff adds warmth as a father figure. The film, releasing Christmas 2025, promises romance, emotions, and stunning visuals under Sameer Vidwans’ direction.
James Cameron expands Pandora’s saga in ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash,’ releasing December 19. Following ‘The Way of Water,’ Jake, Neytiri, and their family face new dangers as the RDA threat intensifies. Kiri’s mysterious powers and Spider’s moral dilemma deepen the story, promising epic battles and emotional reckonings ahead.
Despite a ban in Pakistan, Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' has become the nation's most pirated film, with millions of illegal downloads. This surge in piracy, fueled by audience curiosity, has led to significant revenue loss. The film, however, continues its successful run globally, crossing Rs 500 crore in India and Rs 140 crore internationally.
