Thursday, July 23
In 1973, Dimple Kapadia's promising debut in 'Bobby' was followed by a surprising marriage to superstar Rajesh Khanna, halting her acting career. Khanna, the era's biggest star, stunned fans with the wedding, fulfilling his desire for a homemaker. Despite initial bliss, Dimple realized the difficulties early on, leading to separation.
Faissal Khan revealed his exclusion from 'The Kapil Sharma Show' appearance with Aamir Khan. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli's grey beard sparked varied reactions as he enjoys family time in London. Boney Kapoor shared a touching throwback photo of Sridevi ahead of her birth anniversary. Sooraj Barjatya hinted at Salman Khan's return as Prem in a future film.
Aamir Khan released 'Sitaare Zameen Par' via YouTube's pay-per-view model, rejecting lucrative OTT deals. He expressed openness to an OTT release after six months, a condition his partners initially opposed. Khan emphasizes prioritizing theatrical releases and believes a pay-per-view window between theaters and streaming is now viable in India due to the rise of UPI.
Anushka Sharma offered a glimpse into her parenting journey. She revealed her creative strategies for encouraging healthy eating habits in her daughter, Vamika. Anushka humorously described using her acting skills to make nutritious food appealing. She also recounted a visit to an ice cream museum. There, Vamika surprisingly showed moderation, reflecting the positive habits instilled at home.
Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' and Hrithik Roshan-Jr NTR's 'War 2' are set for a major box office clash during Independence Day weekend. 'Coolie' is off to a strong start with impressive advance bookings, nearing Rs 30 crore gross in overseas pre-sales and leading in domestic sales, while 'War 2' is gaining momentum with promising numbers in North America.
Parambrata Chattopadhyay, known for his roles in 'Kahaani' and 'Bulbbul', shared the first glimpses of his newborn son with wife Piya Chakraborty. The couple, who announced their pregnancy in February and welcomed their baby in June 2025, posted heartwarming photos of their parenthood journey, receiving an outpouring of love and blessings from fans and fellow actors.
Farah Khan recalled the time she realised Arjun Kapoor's potential. It was during a trip to the Maldives for a movie shoot. Arjun's dance moves at a party caught her attention. Arjun admitted he hadn't considered acting then. He was a Michael Jackson fan. Arjun debuted in 'Ishaqzaade' and starred in several films. Anshula Kapoor appeared in 'Traitors'.
Sagarika Ghatge and Zaheer Khan celebrated their son Fatehsinh's first Raksha Bandhan with heartwarming family moments. The Chak De! India actress shared photos of the intimate celebration, featuring tiny rakhis and sibling love. The couple welcomed Fatehsinh on April 16, 2025, and their love story began with a quiet engagement in 2017, followed by a registered marriage and grand reception.
Akshay Kumar celebrated Raksha Bandhan with sister Alka Bhatia, sharing a heartfelt Instagram post. Alka performed aarti while Akshay expressed his love. Producer’s wife Warda Nadiadwala also joined, sending warm wishes. Alka, a film producer and Akshay’s close sister, embraced the festive sibling bond beautifully.
Ashwin Kumar's mythological animated film 'Mahavatar Narsimha' continues its box office reign, amassing over Rs 8 crore on its fifteenth day, pushing its total collection to a staggering Rs 126.25 crore. The film demonstrates consistent performance across various languages and formats, with significant boosts in theatre occupancy during evening and night shows, solidifying its success.
