Saturday, July 11
Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman has always been open about his spiritual journey and his decision to embrace Sufism. In a recent conversation, the music legend reflected on his understanding of religion, the role of music, and what drew him towards the Sufi path.
Bollywood legend Hema Malini recounted a startling incident from the sets of 'Sholay' where Amjad Khan's intense portrayal of Gabbar Singh left her hand bruised blue during a scene. Despite the pain, she had to continue filming. Khan, however, was immediately remorseful, highlighting the dedication and respect between the actors.
Hollywood heist flick 'Now You See Me Now You Don’t' garnered Rs 3.76 crore in its opening week in India, falling short of expectations. Despite a strong weekend start driven by franchise fans, the film saw a significant drop mid-week. Analysts suggest its performance aligns with expectations for a non-localized thriller, with the second weekend crucial for its redemption.
Orry, the social media sensation known as Orhan Awatramani, has asked the Mumbai Police for an extension until November 25 to make his appearance. His name emerged during interrogations linked to a major mephedrone bust, prompting concerns over celebrity connections to the rave scene under investigation by the authorities.
Young talent Kashvi Majmundar, known for her exceptional performance in 'Citadel: Honey Bunny', is reportedly set to shine in Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming film 'King'. Her heartwarming moment with SRK, where he praised her adorable dimples, brought her to tears of happiness.
Raj Kundra has responded to claims that his wife, Shilpa Shetty, joined a spiritual foot march to improve her public image. Kundra firmly rejected the allegations, stating that accusations are not convictions. He emphasized that devotion and faith should not be misconstrued as publicity stunts. The couple is currently facing a fraud case.
Vivek Oberoi revealed he earned his first crore at 17 through trading and deal-making, not acting. He felt financially independent by 15, inspired by his father. The actor, recently seen in 'Kesari Veer', is now gearing up for a significant role in Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana'.
Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna's horror-comedy 'Thamma' has achieved a remarkable Rs 134.37 crore in 30 days, outperforming expectations and becoming Ayushmann's third biggest hit. Despite a Diwali release and competition, the film's humor-horror blend resonated with audiences, ensuring a strong theatrical run and solidifying Ayushmann's market pull.Ayushmann is now shooting for his next with Sooraj Barjatya.
Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa's romantic drama, Ek Deewane Ke Deewaniyat, defied expectations, completing 30 days at the box office despite a tough clash. While Thamma led in overall earnings, Ek Deewane Ke Deewaniyat gained significant traction through strong word-of-mouth, steadily narrowing the box office gap and proving its appeal to romance audiences.
India's historic Women's World Cup victory has amplified calls for the release of 'Chakda Xpress,' Anushka Sharma's Jhulan Goswami biopic. Despite completion in 2022, creative differences and budget issues reportedly caused delays. Jhulan Goswami expressed cautious optimism, while makers urged Netflix for a release, hoping the legend's story finally reaches audiences.
