Thursday, July 09
Farhan Akhtar's war drama '120 Bahadur' saw minimal growth on its fifth day, collecting Rs 1.50 crore on Tuesday, bringing its total to Rs 13 crore. Despite a strong opening weekend, the film experienced a significant drop on Monday. Meanwhile, 'Mastiii 4' edged past '120 Bahadur' in daily collections on Tuesday.
Palash Muchhal, the fiancé of cricketer Smriti Mandhana, has been given a clean bill of health and discharged from a Mumbai hospital where he was treated for chest pains and breathing troubles. His health scare followed distressing heart-related symptoms in his future father-in-law, which led to the postponement of their wedding plans.
Adapting Nick Cave's 'The Death of Bunny Munro' for TV was a daunting task, writer Pete Jackson reveals. He discusses balancing dark humor with emotional depth, collaborating with director Isabella Eklöf to avoid objectification, and how Matt Smith's involvement allowed for bolder storytelling. Jackson also touches on drawing inspiration from within and the complexities of father-son relationships.
Ajay Devgn's 'De De Pyaar De 2' has shown decent box office performance, collecting ₹64.95 crore in total. While its second weekend earnings of ₹10.75 crore were lower than the first installment, the film managed to retain nearly 20% of its screens due to the underwhelming response to new releases.
Actress Celina Jaitly has revealed her divorce from husband Peter Haag, alleging domestic violence and career sabotage. Her lawyer claims Peter forced her to abandon her film career for his ambitions in Austria. Jaitly is seeking Rs 50 crore in compensation and monthly maintenance, emphasizing her fight for dignity and her children.
Global music sensation Billie Eilish, 23, bravely shared her experience with Tourette's syndrome, a neurological disorder causing involuntary movements and sounds. She revealed how bright lights often trigger her tics, and how she's often misunderstood when they occur. Eilish expressed newfound confidence in managing her condition, noting that many other artists also live with TS.
Smriti Mandhana and Palash Muchhal's wedding was postponed indefinitely after Smriti’s father fell ill. Radha Yadav unfollowed Palash, and Smriti deleted most wedding-related posts. Palash’s cousin urged people not to judge amid rumors, and Palash’s mother revealed the stress deeply affected him, leading Palash to postpone the wedding.
Veteran actor Dharmendra shared a unique bond with the Kapoor family. His career saw him collaborate with several members across generations. He worked with Raj Kapoor, Shashi Kapoor, Shammi Kapoor, Rishi Kapoor, and Randhir Kapoor. Dharmendra also shared screen space with Babita and Karisma Kapoor. This extensive work highlights his deep connection with the iconic film family.
Ranbir Kapoor is strategically planning the release of his two major films in 2026 to ensure each gets ample attention. He is reportedly pushing for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Love And War' to release in June 2026, aiming for a four-month gap before Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana' hits screens for Diwali 2026.
Ram Pothineni's 'Andhra King Taluka' is generating significant buzz, with early censor board reviews praising its emotional depth and sensitive portrayal of relationships. The film, featuring Upendra in a pivotal role, is noted for its strong background score and songs that enhance the emotional core. The climax is particularly highlighted as a moving experience for audiences.
