Wednesday, July 15
Rajkummar Rao's action-thriller 'Maalik,' set in Allahabad during the 1980s, has transitioned to Amazon Prime Video after a theatrical run. Despite a compelling plot exploring ambition and violence, the film underperformed at the box office, earning Rs 25.6 crore against a Rs 54 crore budget. Viewers can now rent the movie in UHD for Rs 349, regardless of Prime membership.
Tragedy struck the 'Emily in Paris' set in Italy as assistant director Diego Borella, 47, passed away while preparing for the fifth season's final scene in Venice. Borella collapsed at Hotel Danieli, and despite medical efforts, he was declared dead at the scene on Friday. The Venice health service confirmed the emergency.
Suniel Shetty's marriage to Mana faced initial opposition from his parents due to community differences, but his love for her was unwavering. He chose to marry Mana before his Bollywood debut, confident in her steadfast support regardless of his career success. Mana's self-respect and commitment to the relationship were constants, proving her love was unconditional but not without boundaries.
Netflix's gargantuan hit film "KPop Demon Hunters" has captured the global zeitgeist this summer, smashing streaming and music chart records. Released in June, "KPop Demon Hunters" is already Netflix's most-watched animated offering, and sits second on the all-time chart for any original film.
Anushka Sharma's fuller lips became a topic of discussion after her appearance on 'Koffee With Karan' in 2014. Initially, she attributed the change to a temporary lip enhancing tool. However, in 2016, Sharma admitted to undergoing a lip job for her role in 'Bombay Velvet', emphasizing her desire for transparency with her fans.
Veteran actor Jaswinder Bhalla died at 65 after a brain stroke. His funeral took place near Mohali. Many paid their respects, including Gippy Grewal and Neeru Bajwa. Bhalla's son, Pukhraj, lit the pyre. Celebrities expressed the industry's loss. Bhalla was known for films like 'Carry On Jatta'. His stage show 'Naughty Baba in Town' was popular internationally.
Karisma Kapoor recounted the challenging conditions of 1990s film sets, contrasting them sharply with today's luxuries. She described changing behind bushes and seeking makeshift solutions for basic needs. The actress highlighted the technological advancements, recalling a time when actors only saw footage upon the film's release, expressing gratitude for witnessing Indian cinema's evolution.
Mika Singh fondly remembers Shah Rukh Khan's promise of gifting him a bike and recounts their first meeting at Yash Raj Studios, where SRK personally welcomed him and made him coffee. He also recalls SRK's surprise visit to his set while he was working with Himesh Reshammiya, showcasing SRK's humility and warmth.
The 'Dhurandhar' trailer, starring Ranveer Singh, received a "UA 16+" certification, running for 2 minutes and 42 seconds, heightening anticipation for the December 5, 2025 release. The film, directed by Aditya Dhar, features a stellar cast and explores a covert agent's journey through espionage.
John Abraham expressed gratitude for the Supreme Court's modified order regarding stray dogs in Delhi-NCR. The court ruled that only aggressive or rabid dogs would be moved. Other dogs will be sterilised, vaccinated, and returned. John had previously appealed to the Chief Justice to reconsider the initial order. He emphasized the importance of peaceful coexistence and recognised community dogs.
