Monday, July 13
Anurag Kashyap reflects on 'Bombay Velvet's' failure, acknowledging its impact on Ranbir Kapoor's career. Kashyap admits the film strayed from its original vision due to budget pressures and external influences. He feels responsible for Kapoor's subsequent self-doubt and cautious movie choices after a series of unsuccessful films, emphasizing that directors bear the ultimate responsibility for a film's failure.
Anusha Dandekar opens up about her relationship with Karan Kundrra. She addresses online chatter and balancing privacy. Anusha confirms their breakup in an Instagram post. She speaks about hosting MTV Love School and the challenges of being open about her personal life. Karan Kundrra responds to the allegations. He emphasizes respect for Anusha and their relationship.
Ed Kelce, father of NFL star Travis Kelce, has revealed details about his son's engagement to Taylor Swift. The proposal, witnessed secretly by the event's setup team hiding in the bushes, featured elaborate floral arrangements estimated to cost around USD 38,000, subtly incorporating imagery from Swift's songs. Read on to know more.
Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani welcomed their baby girl in July, and Sidharth is already back promoting his film 'Param Sunderi'. He shared insights on 'The Kapil Sharma Show' about his changed routine as a new dad, including late-night feedings and diaper duties. Sidharth playfully mentioned he's currently playing a 'supporting actor' role in parenting.
Director Sooraj Barjatya expresses unwavering faith in Salman Khan's comeback, despite recent box office setbacks. Acknowledging the challenge of creating fresh content for the actor, Barjatya emphasizes Khan's resilience and enduring appeal. He urges understanding towards the star, believing Khan will rebound strongly. Barjatya is currently directing 'Prem Ki Shaadi' with Ayushmann Khurrana, while Khan films 'Battle of Galwan'.
Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor's rom-com 'Param Sundari' is set to release amidst Ganesh Chaturthi festivities, generating buzz with its 90s-inspired music and decent early reviews. The film anticipates a respectable opening, potentially growing through positive word-of-mouth, capitalizing on the current audience appetite for love stories.
Mahavtar Narsimha, an animated film, has remarkably sustained its box office run for over a month, driven by religious sentiments and strong visuals. Despite competition from 'Saiyaara' and major releases like 'War 2' and 'Coolie', it continues its strong performance even into its fifth week. The film's total collection in India across all languages now stands at Rs 237.1 crore.
Malaika Arora judged and performed at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2025. Sharing Instagram photos, she paid tribute to Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic “Palat” dialogue. Once married to Arbaaz Khan, she remains hopeful about love. She will also feature in a special item song in the Diwali 2025 film 'Thama'.
Amitabh Bachchan's iconic 'Kajra Re' performance almost didn't happen, with the superstar initially unconvinced about the song's potential. Composer Shankar Mahadevan revealed that Bachchan was meant to sing his parts but insisted on using Shankar's version. Despite initial doubts from Yash Raj Films, director Shaad Ali persisted, leading to the song's massive success.
Alia Bhatt was recently spotted in Mumbai with her family, including her sister Shaheen Bhatt and parents Mahesh Bhatt and Soni Razdan, following their relaxing beach vacation. Alia's stylish appearance featured a white tank top, high-waisted jeans, and a pinstriped blazer. The family getaway was captured in Instagram posts by Shaheen, showcasing moments of joy and togetherness.
