Saturday, July 18
Viral fame can be fleeting, as seen with overnight sensations like Monalisa Bhonsle, Raju Kalakar, Bhuban Badyakar, Sahdev Dirdo, and Ranu Mondal. While a single viral clip catapulted them into the spotlight, sustaining a career proved challenging. Some, like Monalisa, are venturing into acting, while others, like Bhuban, faced legal hurdles.
Parineeta's 20th-anniversary celebration brought Bollywood stars together, including Rekha and Vidya Balan, honoring the film's legacy. The re-release event showcased memorable moments, such as Vidya Balan performing Dhunuchi Naach and Rekha kissing the film's poster. The movie, an adaptation of a Bengali novella, is known for its exploration of love, class divides, and soulful music.
Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna star in the upcoming romantic horror-comedy, ‘Thama,’ alongside Paresh Rawal and Nawazuddin Siddiqui. The teaser reveals a twisted love story set in a fictional world, sparking curiosity with suspense, thrill, and romance. Set to release this Diwali, ‘Thama’ promises a 'bloody' love story, generating excitement among fans.
Malaika Arora recently reminisced about her iconic 'Chaiyya Chaiyya' experience. She revealed choreographer Farah Khan, familiar with her dancing skills, offered her the song. Arora already knew Shah Rukh Khan socially and felt comfortable on set, supported by Khan and Farah. Released in 1998 as part of 'Dil Se,' the A.R.
Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' is making waves at the North American box office, grossing USD 6.22 million in five days, nearing 'Chhaava's' total earnings. Despite mixed word-of-mouth and dipping daily collections, 'Coolie' showcases Rajinikanth's star power and the global appeal of Tamil cinema. In India, 'Coolie' faces collection drops, while 'Chhaava's' success highlights the diverse genres thriving abroad.
Meena Kumari and Gulzar shared a deep connection through poetry. Gulzar supported her during her troubled marriage with Kamal Amrohi. They became friends on the set of Benazir. Meena entrusted Gulzar with her poems before her death in 1972. Gulzar later published her work, preserving her literary legacy. Their bond brought joy to Meena's life.
Faissal Khan has publicly accused his family, including his brother Aamir Khan, of drugging him through his food and water. He claimed that bodyguards were injecting a drug called "Serenace" into his water bottles. Fearing a fatal overdose, Faissal eventually agreed to take the medication, revealing he was confined to a room for a year and his weight increased significantly.
Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor's 'Param Sundari' trailer faced criticism for its stereotypical portrayal of Kerala. Malayalam singer Pavithra Menon's video criticizing Janhvi's accent went viral but was removed by Instagram due to a copyright claim. Menon questioned why a Malayali actor wasn't cast, highlighting the outdated practice of misrepresenting cultures.
Kussh Sinha believes Sonakshi’s true potential remains untapped due to limited film choices and industry challenges. He emphasizes that actors sometimes make choices that don’t work out and that filmmaking is unpredictable. Despite family pressures, Kussh focuses on doing his work well and staying true to his responsibilities.
Following the unexpected death of business tycoon Sunjay Kapur, his sister, Mandhira Kapur, has publicly commended his ex-wife, Karisma Kapoor, for her excellent parenting and dedication to maintaining family unity. Mandhira emphasized Karisma's efforts to keep the family connected, particularly for the sake of her children, amidst ongoing family tensions regarding control of the Rs 30,000 crore company.
