Friday, July 17
Anita Advani, who recently revealed that she was secretly married to India’s first superstar Rajesh Khanna and lived together for nearly 12 years, has revealed new details about his final years, his family’s absence, and the property battle that continues to this day. Despite years of togetherness, Anita said she was left with nothing.
Despite high expectations, 'War 2,' starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, has underperformed, earning ₹203.96 crore in its extended first week. While surpassing 'Saiyaara,' it lags behind 'Chhaava' in profitability due to its high budget.
Bollywood stars are increasingly collaborating with South Indian filmmakers, driven by the success of pan-India films like 'Baahubali' and 'Jawan'. Actors like Hrithik Roshan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Aamir Khan are exploring partnerships with production houses and directors from the South to tap into a wider audience and leverage the scale and vision of Southern cinema.
Brad Pitt's racing drama 'F1: The Movie,' a summer box office hit with $590.5 million globally, makes its digital debut today. Directed by Joseph Kosinski, the film is available for rent on Prime Video, with an expected arrival on Apple TV+ between late September and early October.
The buzz around the much-talked-about Meena Kumari biopic has intensified, with Kriti Sanon and Kiara Advani emerging as the top contenders to play the iconic actress. While Kriti’s name has been circulating in industry chatter for some time, fresh reports claim that Kiara has also been approached and is close to signing the project.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who shared screen space with Rajinikanth in 'Robot,' once drew parallels between him and her father-in-law, Amitabh Bachchan. She lauded both actors for their professionalism, humility, and legendary status, emphasizing that their dedication to their craft makes their films captivating for audiences. Both actors continue to be active in the film industry with recent and upcoming projects.
Veteran Punjabi comedian and actor Jaswinder Bhalla has sadly passed away at the age of 65, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in the film industry. Bhalla, known for his comedic timing and memorable dialogues, began his career in 1988 and starred in numerous popular films like 'Carry On Jatta' and 'Jatt and Juliet'.
Pollywood mourns the loss of Jaswinder Bhalla. The actor died at Fortis Hospital, Mohali. Gippy Grewal and Neeru Bajwa expressed their grief. They shared heartfelt tributes on social media. Jaswinder Bhalla suffered a brain stroke. He was admitted to the hospital. His last rites will be held in Mohali. The Punjabi entertainment industry remembers him fondly. His legacy will continue.
Lakshya, after his debut in 'Kill', is set to star in Aryan Khan's directorial debut, 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood'. An old interview resurfaced where Lakshya defended star kids like Janhvi Kapoor and Ananya Panday, praising their good nature. He also shared an anecdote about Aryan Khan's respectful behavior towards his parents at the 'Kill' screening.
Ranbir Kapoor's brand, ARKS, stirred online buzz by allegedly 'liking' an old Instagram reel featuring Deepika Padukone and her sister, Anisha. This sparked speculation among fans about whether Ranbir himself or his social media team was responsible. Amidst the online chatter, Ranbir is currently immersed in his upcoming projects, including Nitesh Tiwari’s 'Ramayana' and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's ‘Love and War’.
