Saturday, July 04
Anticipation for 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' in India is soaring, with record advance bookings and widespread social media buzz. The film's Devanagari logo launch in Banaras highlights its deep cultural connection to India, inspired by Hindu mythology's themes of incarnation and interconnectedness. Releasing December 19, 2025, it will be available in multiple Indian languages.
Superstar Rajinikanth's 1999 blockbuster 'Padayappa' has ignited a massive fan frenzy with its 4K remastered re-release. Celebrating his 75th birthday and 50 years in cinema, fans are flocking to theaters, experiencing the film with unparalleled excitement. The timeless appeal of the commercial entertainer is evident, with audiences calling it a 'mass experience' unmatched in contemporary Tamil cinema.
Varun Dhawan unveiled a striking new poster of 'Border 2', featuring Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty, while announcing the teaser release on December 16. Attached to 'Avatar: Fire and Ash', the sequel to JP Dutta’s 1997 classic releases in January 2026, promising to revive the patriotic war drama legacy.
R Madhavan believes 'Dhurandhar' faced pre-release negativity, suggesting an agenda against the film. He noted that while some praise its scale and detail, others criticize its violence and politics. Madhavan, who also starred in 'Rang De Basanti' and '3 Idiots', feels the film's impact is being judged prematurely, urging outsiders not to attack the filmmaking industry.
Hrithik Roshan's sister Sunaina Roshan has often spoken about her health journey, from overcoming cervical lymphoma to reversing grade 3 fatty liver disease. Her social media is now a space where she shares insights on nutrition, healing and self-growth. In a new Instagram video, the author and wellness advocate candidly discussed another ongoing challenge: social anxiety.
Actor Alyy Khan praised rapper Talha Anjum for waving the Indian flag, highlighting cross-border appreciation for artists. Khan also shared his views on Diljit Dosanjh's resilience. He found Aryan Khan's directorial debut series 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood' to be very weird. Khan criticized the series for its absurd and forced language, stating it was not justified.
Radhika Apte, who is currently on a temporary break from work after welcoming her child, recently expressed strong concerns about the growing trend of excessive violence in entertainment and how it affects society. She also said that she is reassessing the kind of projects she wants to do.
Salman Khan revealed at the Red Sea Film Festival that he hasn’t gone out for dinner in over 25 years, following a strict “ghar se shooting, airport, ya hotel” routine. The actor also spoke about his small inner circle and upcoming film Battle of Galwan, directed by Apoorva Lakhia.
Actress Sonali Bendre recently shared insights into her life after leaving films. She spoke about prioritizing family and revealed her mother-in-law's advice against her cooking. Bendre also discussed her changed eating habits post-cancer and the cultural differences between Maharashtrian and Punjabi food after her marriage. Her candid chat offered a glimpse into her personal journey.
