Friday, July 10
Legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra passed away at 89 in Mumbai. Singer Kamal Khan paid tribute, calling him an inspiration whose journey from Punjab to cinema and connection to his roots touched souls. Dharmendra's demise marks the end of an era for fans and the industry.
Bollywood icon Dharmendra passed away at his Mumbai residence on November 24. The legendary actor's cremation was conducted swiftly, with many industry colleagues and family members, including Hema Malini and the Deol family, in attendance to pay their final respects. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu mourned his passing, acknowledging his significant contributions to Indian cinema.
Actress Huma Qureshi advocates for equal punishment for online harassment as for public spaces, citing personal experiences with offensive messages. She believes digital abuse, like sending vulgar comments or pictures, should carry the same consequences as street harassment. Qureshi also urged society to cease policing women's choices regarding dress, lifestyle, and work.
Prithviraj Sukumaran's 'Vilayath Buddha' experienced a slow start at the box office, collecting an estimated Rs 3.50 crore net over its opening weekend. Despite strong performances from the cast, particularly Shammi Thilakan, and gripping cinematography, the film's familiar themes of male ego and massy elements reportedly held back its impact, leading to underwhelming occupancy rates.
Thalapathy Vijay's upcoming film 'Jana Nayagan' has secured a record-breaking Rs 105 crore deal for its Tamil Nadu theatrical rights, surpassing previous benchmarks set by his recent blockbusters. The film's audio launch is slated for a grand event in Malaysia on December 27, amidst growing anticipation for what is reportedly Vijay's final film.
Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur's dating rumors resurfaced after a supportive Instagram comment, but attention shifted to the background music of Mrunal's new film, 'Do Deewane Seher Mein'. Many fans accused the makers of copying the BGM from Dhanush's 2012 film '3', leading to online speculation and calls for copyright action.
Actor Vishal received temporary relief from the Madras High Court in a case with Lyca Productions. The court stayed an order for him to pay ₹21.29 crore plus 30% annual interest. Vishal must now deposit ₹10 crore as an interim measure while the court scrutinizes the 30% interest rate, questioning its legality and potential exploitation.
Farhan Akhtar's war drama '120 Bahadur' has stormed the box office, raking in over Rs. 10 crore in its opening weekend. The film, depicting the Battle of Rezang La, significantly outperformed the comedy 'Mastiii 4'. With strong performances and a compelling narrative, '120 Bahadur' is captivating audiences nationwide.
New releases 'Masti 4' and '120 Bahadur' faced a sluggish box office debut, with neither film achieving significant weekend growth. 'Masti 4' garnered Rs 8.50 crore in its opening weekend, falling short of expectations. Meanwhile, '120 Bahadur' performed slightly better, collecting Rs 10.10 crore, boosted by positive word-of-mouth, though its weak opening limited its overall success.
Dulquer Salmaan's 'Kaantha' has amassed over Rs 21 crore net in India by its ninth day, but the film's fortunes have taken a hit with a pronounced drop in weekend earnings. On its second Saturday, collections plummeted by 91% compared to his earlier work, 'Lucky Baskhar'. With a hefty budget of Rs 40 crore, 'Kaantha' has only recouped about 53.
