Wednesday, July 22
Deepika Padukone will no longer star in the Hindi remake of 'The Intern'. She will now only produce the film. The search for a new female lead is underway. Padukone plans to focus on globally relevant stories. She has a busy acting schedule. She will reunite with director Atlee and reportedly star in Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming film.
Mahavatar Narasimha creates history. It is the first Hindi animated film to earn over Rs 100 crore. The mythological epic collected Rs 107.65 crore in 15 days. The film witnessed steady growth due to positive reviews. Strong family audiences and school promotions helped. The movie's total collection is now Rs 145 crore. It may soon cross Rs 200 crore.
Dating rumors sparked earlier this year after Zanai Bhosle's birthday photos with cricketer Mohammed Siraj went viral. However, Zanai clarified the speculation by tying a Rakhi to Siraj on Raksha Bandhan, revealing a sibling-like bond. Amidst the buzz, Zanai is preparing for her Bollywood debut in 'The Pride Of Bharat – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj', portraying Rani Sai Bhonsale.
Ashwin Kumar's animated debut, Mahavatar Narsimha, has achieved remarkable success, surpassing box office expectations and fostering interfaith appreciation. The film, rooted in universal emotions, has resonated with diverse audiences, including Muslim viewers, strengthening their faith. Released on July 25, 2025, it has earned Rs 175 crore worldwide in just 15 days, becoming the highest-grossing animated film in Indian cinema history.
The 'Saiyaara' success party saw Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, the film's lead pair, sparking dating rumours with their evident chemistry. Videos of the two holding hands and sharing moments went viral, fueling fan speculation and earning them the ship name “AhNeet.” Meanwhile, 'Saiyaara' continues its box office domination, crossing ₹500 crore worldwide.
The overnight demolition of a structure at Kannada superstar Vishnuvardhan's memorial in Bengaluru has sparked outrage among fans and film industry members. Actors like Rishab Shetty and Kichcha Sudeep have voiced their disappointment over the incident, which occurred amidst a land dispute. While a new memorial is under development in Mysuru, the original site held deep emotional significance for many.
Aamir Khan's family addresses Faissal Khan's claims. The family denies mistreatment. They cite concern for Faissal's well-being. Decisions were made with medical advice. Faissal alleges confinement. He says he was wrongly labeled mentally unstable. He claims Aamir held him against his will. Legal battles and mental health evaluations occurred. The family requests privacy.
Mandhira Kapur paid tribute to her brother Sunjay Kapur amidst a property dispute. Rani Kapur, their mother, filed a complaint regarding his death. She alleged pressure and financial restrictions. Sona Comstar denied Rani's claims and sent a legal notice. Sunjay Kapur's death was due to cardiac issues. He was previously married to Karisma Kapoor and later to Priya Sachdeva.
As 'Sholay' approaches its 50th anniversary, co-writer Javed Akhtar reveals he hasn't watched the iconic film in decades. Despite its initial poor reception and subsequent blockbuster status, Akhtar believes in moving forward and focusing on current work rather than dwelling on past achievements.
Ajay Devgn and Mrunal Thakur's 'Son of Sardaar 2' experienced a boost in box office collections on its ninth day, earning around Rs 4 crore. While facing stiff competition from 'Saiyaara' and 'Mahavatar Narsimha,' the film has amassed an estimated Rs 49 crore worldwide. Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora, the action-comedy is a sequel to the 2012 hit.
