Wednesday, July 22
Sharmila Tagore and Randeep Hooda expressed worries about the Supreme Court's order to move stray dogs in Delhi-NCR to shelters. They advocated for a humane, balanced approach. Tagore called the decision a closure for the voiceless. Hooda welcomed the court's reconsideration. Both stars suggested long-term solutions like neutering and adoption. Tagore recently starred in 'Puratawn'. Hooda's latest film is 'Jaat'.
Sara Ali Khan's admiration for Kareena Kapoor Khan is well-documented, with Sara openly expressing her fondness for her stepmother. As a child, Sara was so captivated by Kareena's role in 'Asoka' that she dressed up like her character. A family friend recalls young Sara sporting tattoos and a scarf, emulating Kareena's iconic look from the film, showcasing her early admiration.
In Bollywood and the wider entertainment industry, looking ageless has shifted from being a professional bonus to a silent, persistent pressure — one that can shape careers, distort self-worth, and blur the line between authenticity and artifice. Across candid conversations with ETimes, Manjari Fadnnis, Shenaz Treasury, Saumya Tandon and others shared unfiltered truths about their earliest experiences of beauty pressure, the compromises they’ve resisted, and their fears for a generation growing up in the shadow of “flawless” faces.
On Sridevi's 62nd birthday, Pankaj Parashar recalls the making of ChaalBaaz. Sridevi had a strong creative vision, especially in song sequences. She collaborated closely with Saroj Khan. Parashar also shared how he storyboarded the rain song sequence. Sridevi even sketched her costume. Despite a high fever, she gave her best.
Rajinikanth's remuneration for 'Coolie' has reportedly reached Rs 200 crore due to high advance bookings. Aamir Khan made a significant appearance without any charges, driven by his respect for Rajinikanth. Nagarjuna Akkineni, Sathyaraj, Upendra, and Shruti Haasan received substantial payments, while Lokesh Kanagaraj and Anirudh Ravichander were compensated handsomely for their roles as director and music director, respectively.
On Sridevi's 62nd birth anniversary, Ahmed Khan fondly recalls her off-screen warmth during the 'Mr. India' shoot. Despite her reserved nature, she transformed into a powerhouse on camera. Khan remembers a tense hospital scene where Sridevi lightened the mood by quietly treating the young cast to ice cream, showcasing her kindness.
Jaya Bachchan is once again in the spotlight after a video surfaced showing her pushing away a man attempting to take a selfie with her. This incident, which occurred at the Constitution Club in Delhi, drew criticism from Kangana Ranaut, adding fuel to the debate surrounding Jaya's public behavior.
Daboo Mallik addressed Amaal Mallik's emotional social media post about his mental health and strained relationship with his brother Armaan. Daboo admitted he was initially surprised but realized Amaal's outburst stemmed from feeling undervalued and overlooked within the family.
Mrunal Thakur is in a social media controversy. An old interview clip resurfaced online. In the video, she made remarks about Bipasha Basu's physique. This sparked criticism and debate. Bipasha Basu responded with a cryptic message about strong women. Some fans defended Mrunal, citing the interview's age. Mrunal shared new photos with the caption “Stop staring”.
Rajinikanth is promoting 'Coolie,' but his remarks about co-stars Aamir Khan and Soubin Shahir during the audio launch have sparked controversy. He referred to Aamir as 'short' and questioned Soubin's suitability for the role due to his baldness. These comments have led to backlash, with many criticizing Rajinikanth for body-shaming.
