Wednesday, July 22
On what would have been Sridevi's 62nd birthday, Boney Kapoor shared a touching tribute on social media, remembering the iconic actress with a photo and heartfelt message. Fans and family continue to cherish her memory, while her daughters, Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor, pursue their Bollywood careers, carrying on her legacy in the film industry.
Bollywood icon Dev Anand's life was marked by a discreet yet profound romance with Kalpana Karthik. Their secret wedding, a stark contrast to the industry's fanfare, occurred during a lunch break on the set of 'Taxi Driver'. Kalpana, born Mona Singha, left her promising film career after marriage to embrace family life, cherishing their private bond away from public scrutiny.
Kirron Kher, after recovering from cancer diagnosed in 2020, shared her journey, highlighting her family's reactions, especially Anupam Kher's shaken state and Sikander Kher's composed approach. She emphasized that the cancer treatment was more challenging than the illness itself, citing the severe side effects of the medications and expressing reliance on faith during the difficult period.
Hrithik Roshan's fans in Mumbai plan a special event. They will host a 4 AM screening of War 2. This is billed as the 'First Show of India'. The screening at IMAX Wadala celebrates Hrithik's 25 years in film. Fans express excitement for the early morning show. War 2 is set to release on August 14, 2025.
Alka Yagnik, a prominent singer, married businessman Neeraj Kapoor in 1989. Their relationship faced challenges due to Alka's thriving career in Mumbai and Neeraj's residence in Shillong. Despite initial family objections, they married. Alka acknowledges the strain of living apart. She recognizes Neeraj's support as crucial to her success. They continue to remain married.
Jackie Chan, the action movie icon, faced immense hardship early in life. His family struggled with poverty after becoming political refugees. Chan's father even considered selling him for $250. Friends intervened, preventing the sale. Chan started as a child actor and stuntman. His breakthrough came with 'The Snake in the Eagle's Shadow'. He then revolutionized action cinema.
Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR's 'War 2' is generating significant buzz ahead of its August 14 release, with advance bookings already exceeding Rs 9 crore. Factoring in blocked seats, the film's gross rises to over Rs 17 crore, signaling strong momentum for the Independence Day weekend.
Udhayanidhi Stalin congratulated Rajinikanth on his 50th year in film and praised 'Coolie' after a preview. He lauded the film as a power-packed entertainer, anticipating global success. Stalin extended wishes to the cast and crew, including Nagarjuna, Sathyaraj, Aamir Khan, and Shruti Haasan, heightening anticipation for the film's release in over 100 countries.
Anand Mahindra revealed that Om Shanti Om's iconic fire sequence, starring Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone, was filmed at Mumbai’s Mukesh Mills, a location with a fiery past. Action director Sham Kaushal shared that the scene used real flames, making the shoot extremely stressful and dangerous for the cast and crew. The film marked Deepika Padukone’s debut.
YouTuber Armaan Malik, along with his two wives, Payal and Kritika Malik, faces legal trouble as an Indian court summons them in response to allegations of bigamy and hurting religious sentiments. Davinder Rajput claims Armaan married four times, violating Hindu law, and Payal insulted religious beliefs by dressing as a Hindu goddess.
