Saturday, July 04
Akshaye Khanna’s FA9LA from Dhurandhar has gone viral, blending hip-hop with Khaleeji beats. Sung by Bahraini rapper Flipperachi with music by DJ Outlaw, the track means “fun time” or “party.” Its energetic vibe, trending moves, and catchy rhythm have captured global attention, making FA9LA a true internet sensation.
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan headlined a glittering evening in Dubai as the Danube Group officially launched Shahrukhz, the 55-storey commercial tower named after him — and already completely sold out. To which Khan laughed, “Yeh toh kamaal ho gaya hai... apni hi building mein hum hi ko lene mein takleef ho rahi hai.”
Filmmaker Ahmed Khan addresses Anil Kapoor and Nana Patekar's absence from 'Welcome to the Jungle'. He noted, "I didn’t direct Baaghi 4; others handled sequels like Anees Bazmee with Bhool Bhulaiyaa." Franchises evolve beyond originals, shifting to army theme for freshness, avoiding slapstick—serious visuals with absurd dialogue.
Casting directors, the unsung heroes behind blockbuster films like "Wicked," are finally gaining recognition. A new Oscar category acknowledges their crucial role in discovering talent. Bernard Telsey and Destiny Lilly highlight the demanding, often private, nature of their work, emphasizing the art of finding the perfect actors for every role, a process that begins long before cameras roll.
Ahmed Khan addresses Anil Kapoor and Nana Patekar's absence in 'Welcome to the Jungle': "I didn’t direct Baaghi 4; others handled sequels too." He explains franchises evolve like Khiladi films, shifting to army theme for freshness, avoiding slapstick. Anees Bazmee regrets their exit, calling it tough without their dynamic.
Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra must deposit Rs 60 crore or provide a bank guarantee to lift the Lookout Circular. The couple seeks to travel to London to attend to Kundra's ailing father, who is reportedly suffering from a severe medical condition. They are contesting a cheating case filed by a complainant alleging a Rs 60 crore investment was misused.
Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar' has put Akshaye Khanna on the radar. A throwback video of the actor has resurfaced, followinf critical acclaim for his portrayal in the Ranveer Singh starrer. The much recluse actor was asked about his dating life and bachelorhood status. When goaded about dating his 'Race' costars, Bipasha Basu and Katrina Kaif, the actor gave a hilarious reply.
Abhishek Bachchan revealed he sought court protection for his daughter's rights first, citing online "nasty, unnecessary things." This led to him and Aishwarya securing their personality rights, followed by his father's. Bachchan now urges other public figures to consider similar legal steps due to AI blurring digital boundaries and potential misuse of likeness.
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has moved the Delhi High Court seeking protection of his personality and publicity rights, joining a growing list of public figures, such as Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Kumar Sanu, Nagarjuna and Jr NTR, pushing back against the unauthorised commercial use of celebrity identity.
Music composer Anirudh Ravichander expressed his emotions about scoring for Thalapathy Vijay's final film, 'Jana Nayagan'. He promises an explosive audio launch in Malaysia on December 27, featuring a special medley celebrating his collaborations with Vijay. This marks a significant moment for fans as it's Vijay's last film's audio launch.
