Thursday, July 23
Georgia rapper T-Hood, 33, was fatally shot at his Snellville residence following a dispute. Gwinnett County police are investigating the homicide, with one person in custody. T-Hood's mother denied reports of a party, while his girlfriend, Kelsie Frost, and music producer Deedotwill, expressed their grief on social media. He was known for songs like 'Ready 2 Go' and received the Trendsetter of the Year award in 2025.
Salman Khan is reportedly in talks with Telugu director Harish Shankar for a new project produced by Mythri Movie Makers. While Salman and Ravi Teja are contenders for the lead role, no confirmation exists. Harish’s film 'Ustaad Bhagat Singh' nears completion, and Salman’s 'Battle of Galwan' is upcoming.
Before his Bollywood debut in 'Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai,' Hrithik Roshan sought Salman Khan's help to enhance his physique. Salman generously provided Hrithik with access to his gym and invited him to late-night workouts. These sessions significantly aided Hrithik in transforming his body for the film, showcasing a supportive bond between the two stars.
Bollywood actor John Abraham admires Malayalam cinema for its bold, meaningful stories and praises stars Mohanlal and Mammootty. He’s set up a writer’s room in Kerala to produce Malayalam films, inspired by their creativity. Recently, he starred in 'The Diplomat' and is preparing for 'Tehran', premiering August 14.
Vipin Sharma, famed for 'Taare Zameen Par,' discussed his role as a cross-dressing father in 'Dhadak 2,' calling it a beautiful experience. He aimed to overcome past criticism and showcase a father's loving heart. Sharma shared his surprise at resembling his mother when dressed as a woman and praised 'Dhadak 2' stars Triptii Dimri and Siddhant Chaturvedi.
Rajinikanth's Coolie is poised to break Kabali's North American premiere record, having already grossed USD 1.7 million with advance bookings still ongoing. Anticipation is high, fueled by a star-studded cast and Lokesh Kanagaraj's direction, potentially pushing collections past USD 2 million. The film has also generated significant buzz in India, with first-day collections estimated at over Rs 16 crore.
Mohit Suri's musical romance *Saiyaara*, starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, continues its impressive box office run, collecting Rs 314.10 crore in India. The film is close to surpassing *Bajrangi Bhaijaan* to become the 14th highest-grossing Hindi film. Its success is attributed to its music, relatable story, and Suri's direction, attracting a wide audience.
After finishing the shoot of 'Border 2', Sunny Deol celebrated Raksha Bandhan with his sister Ajeeta in California. He shared a heartfelt Instagram post. Sunny is set to star in 'Border 2', 'Lahore 1947', and portray Hanuman in 'Ramayana', releasing parts in Diwali 2026 and 2027.
YouTuber Apoorva Mukhija, fresh from recent successes, revealed a significant beauty transformation in her latest vlog. Spending approximately Rs 3 lakh, she underwent a hair makeover, got veneers to revamp her smile, and visited a dermatologist. Apoorva humorously addressed online comments about her new look, particularly regarding her veneers, and shared anecdotes about her family's approach to healthcare.
Rajinikanth's Coolie is currently dominating North American premiere advance sales, with USD 1.7 million, significantly outpacing War 2's USD 362K. While Coolie benefits from Rajinikanth's fanbase and Lokesh Kanagaraj's reputation, War 2, a sequel to a blockbuster, is expected to gain momentum. The box office race remains open as War 2 attempts to close the gap.
