Wednesday, July 22
Global star Priyanka Chopra’s candid selfie at Hyderabad airport is making waves on social media, but for the wrong reasons. The actress appeared almost unrecognisable in the photo, sparking chatter online. While some trolled her, many fans defended her, calling out the unrealistic beauty standards placed on celebrities.
Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor's upcoming film 'Param Sundari' released its first track, 'Pardesiya,' sparking a wave of nostalgia among listeners. Musician Alen R Kashyap explained that the song's reminiscent quality stems from its Raag Darbari base, shared by other popular songs like 'Yeh Haseen Vadiyan' and 'Do Pal'. Netizens resonated with Kashyap's analysis, appreciating the musical connection.
Aamir Khan, currently garnering attention for his cameo in 'Coolie,' recently shared his perspective on religion and spirituality. He identifies as religious, emphasizing its personal nature and respect for all faiths, believing different paths lead to the same source. While unsure if he's spiritual, he aspires to connect with a larger consciousness and has started meditating.
Kangana Ranaut has criticized male actors in Bollywood for their unprofessional behavior towards actresses on set. She recounts instances of actors being late, behaving poorly, and sidelining heroines, which she refused to tolerate. Ranaut's stance led to legal troubles, but she stood her ground, contrasting with other actresses' acceptance of such behavior throughout her Bollywood journey.
Saroj Khan, the famous choreographer, once lived abroad. Watching Amitabh Bachchan dance in 'Don' reignited her passion. Farhan Akhtar shared this story. She choreographed the 'Don' remake with Shah Rukh Khan. It was a full circle moment for her. She had started as a background dancer. Her journey is truly inspiring. She passed away in July 2020.
Meghan Markle is back with 'With Love, Meghan Season 2'. The trailer is out now. The show will premiere on Netflix on August 26, 2025. It was filmed in Montecito, California. The show will feature chefs, artists, and friends. Samin Nosrat, Jay Shetty and Chrissy Teigen are some of the guests.
Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' leads 'War 2' in advance bookings. 'Coolie' has earned Rs 26.55 crore, boosted by its Tamil version. 'War 2' has grossed Rs 9.47 crore. The combined advance sales total Rs 52.55 crore. Industry experts anticipate further growth in bookings. The films are set for an August 14 release.
Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' is set to clash with 'War 2' at the box office on August 14, generating immense buzz. 'Coolie' has already grossed Rs 100 crore worldwide in advance ticket sales, surpassing 'Game Changer' and potentially challenging 'Leo's' first-day record. 'War 2' lags behind in advance bookings, but its performance will depend on word of mouth and JR NTR's popularity.
The highly anticipated 'War 2,' starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, faces stiff competition from Rajinikanth's 'Coolie,' which boasts impressive advance bookings. 'War 2' has gained momentum with strong Telugu market openings, surpassing ₹10 crore in Hindi version pre-sales. While 'Coolie' leads with a ₹75 crore worldwide gross, 'War 2' shows promising advance sales, exceeding recent big titles.
Veteran actor Kirron Kher is known for her open and honest personality, both on and off screen. In a recent interview, she revealed that she never praises her family’s work, including her husband Anupam Kher and her son Sikandar Kher, unless it truly impresses her, even if that means hurting feelings at home.
