Friday, July 24
Tamannaah Bhatia addresses the controversial intimate scene in 'Baahubali: The Beginning,' dismissing claims it depicted rape. Speaking with The Lallantop, she emphasized director SS Rajamouli's vision of Avantika as a wounded, divine feminine character rediscovering her beauty and vulnerability through Prabhas' character's wooing. Bhatia also critiqued societal shame surrounding intimacy, viewing the scene as Avantika finding herself, not a violation.
Tamannaah Bhatia addressed the intense scrutiny celebrities face regarding beauty standards and personal choices. She highlighted the fear of judgment as a reason for stars' reluctance to discuss cosmetic procedures openly. Bhatia also recounted public perceptions of her body during 'Kaavaalaa' and 'Aaj Ki Raat', clarifying misconceptions about her appearance.
Ajay Devgn and Mrunal Thakur's 'Son of Sardaar 2' is performing well at the box office, earning ₹24.75 crore in its opening weekend. Despite mixed reviews, the film saw steady growth, particularly on Sunday with ₹9.25 crore collection. 'Son of Sardaar 2' is outperforming 'Dhadak 2', but faces competition from 'Saiyaara'.
Following the National Film Awards, actress Farra Shibla criticized the jury for honoring 'The Kerala Story,' echoing concerns previously voiced by Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan. Shibla, known for her roles in Malayalam cinema, stated the film lacks factual basis and misrepresents Kerala's culture, deeming it a politically motivated narrative.
Anupam Tripathi, famed for his role in 'Squid Game,' is set to star as the male lead in the Korean horror film 'Rhapsody for the Dead,' scheduled for release this month. Tripathi expressed his excitement on Instagram, acknowledging his journey from uncredited roles to leading a Korean feature film. Read on to know more.
Tamannaah Bhatia has addressed rumors linking her to Virat Kohli and Abdul Razzaq, clarifying she only met Kohli once and joking about a fabricated marriage with Razzaq. She found the rumors embarrassing, especially when there was no connection. Bhatia, who recently parted ways with Vijay Varma after 'Lust Stories 2', is currently focused on her upcoming film projects.
Jonathan Kaplan, the acclaimed director behind 'The Accused' and Emmy-nominated 'ER' episodes, has died at 77. His daughter, Molly, confirmed the passing of the filmmaker, whose career spanned decades. Kaplan's work, known for its compelling storytelling and social consciousness, earned him critical acclaim and a lasting impact on film and television.
Salman Khan is preparing for 'Galwan' while in advanced talks with Mahesh Narayanan for a period thriller set between the 1970s and 1990s. Salman is eager to explore new genres. If confirmed, their collaboration will likely begin in 2026 after completing current projects. Khan is preparing for 'Galwan' while in advanced talks with Mahesh Narayanan for a period thriller set between the 1970s and 1990s.
Ahaan Panday and Aneed Padda’s ‘Saiyaara’ nearly reached Rs. 300 crore in its third weekend, grossing Rs. 299.75 crore despite competition from new releases like ‘Son of Sardaar 2’ and ‘Dhadak 2’. ‘Saiyaara’ had a strong opening week, earning Rs 172.75 crore, and continued its success into the second week with Rs 107.75 crore.
The sudden death of industrialist Sunjay Kapur has ignited a complex inheritance battle over his ₹30,000 crore estate. Key disputes revolve around the legal status of Safira, his stepdaughter, and her potential inheritance rights, further complicated by surname changes and possible implications for her biological father's estate.
