Sunday, July 12
Before her global stardom, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan received a surprising warning from Sanjay Dutt about Bollywood's harsh realities. Dutt advised her to stay away, fearing the industry would erode her natural innocence and maturity. Rai Bachchan acknowledged the truth in his words, understanding the competitive and emotionally detached nature of the film world.
Team Varanasi faced unexpected hurdles at the star-studded GlobeTrotter event held at Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad on Saturday evening. Despite an impressive setup featuring a massive screen, director SS Rajamouli was unable to play a glimpse of his upcoming film due to repeated technical glitches, that left him visibly emotional on stage.
Ajay Devgn's 'De De Pyaar De 2' opened to a decent Rs 8.75 crore, securing the fourth spot for rom-coms post-pandemic. While not a blockbuster, this performance is noteworthy given the genre's struggles. The film's success highlights the need for fresh energy and controlled budgets in rom-coms, as star-driven comedies face economic challenges and limited regional appeal.
Nora Fatehi has become the first celebrity to publicly respond after her name surfaced in a major drug racket investigation being probed by the Mumbai Police. The case, which allegedly involves high-profile Bollywood actors, models and underworld-linked individuals, has sparked intense chatter online — prompting the dancer-actor to issue a strongly worded clarification.
Actor Vivek Oberoi, son of veteran Suresh Oberoi, revealed his humble beginnings assisting choreographer Farah Khan, cleaning rehearsal rooms and serving tea before his acting debut. He also shared a humorous anecdote about pranking co-star Aftab Shivdasani with his new Mercedes during the filming of 'Masti'. Oberoi is currently promoting his upcoming film 'Mastiii 4'.
Whispers of a passionate affair between Dharmendra and the legendary Meena Kumari have resurfaced, fueled by Nargis's poignant letter revealing Kumari's deep love for the actor. Despite Dharmendra's denial of romantic involvement, calling himself a fan, their bond was undeniable. Later, Kamal Amrohi, Kumari's estranged husband, cast Dharmendra in 'Razia Sultan,' a role reportedly involving a revengeful directorial choice.
Actor Rana Daggubati appeared before the SIT in Telangana for questioning regarding the promotion of online betting apps. He stated his commitment to spreading awareness about gaming and its legalities. The probe follows an FIR naming 25 public figures, including Vijay Deverakonda and Prakash Raj, for allegedly promoting illegal betting apps.
Ajay Devgn's co-star R Madhavan revealed the actor's daredevil streak, including a skydiving stunt without practice. This prompted Devgn to share a harrowing memory of witnessing a fatal skydiving accident, where he was next in line. He also recalled a similar near-disaster involving Leonardo DiCaprio at the same location.
Actor Sunny Kaushal radiated joy at the airport, receiving congratulations on becoming a new uncle to Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif's baby boy. He playfully promised sweets soon, charming photographers. The couple announced the arrival of their son on November 7th, sharing their blessed news with fans. Sunny is next seen in 'Letters to Mr Khanna'.
Sushmita Sen reminisces about the iconic red saree scene in 'Main Hoon Na', revealing the challenges of freezing temperatures and constant wind machines. She initially opposed wearing a saree throughout the film but trusted director Farah Khan's vision.
