Friday, July 24
Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's acclaimed biopic 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag' celebrated its 12th anniversary. Farhan Akhtar's portrayal of Milkha Singh captivated audiences, but Sonam Kapoor's gesture also garnered attention. Kapoor, playing Biro, only charged Rs 11 for her role. Mehra revealed she agreed despite limited screen time, emphasizing the film's importance. He reflects on the film's timeless quality and enduring impact.
Actor Kartik Aaryan has officially denied any involvement in an alleged upcoming Independence Day event in Houston, USA, after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) raised strong concerns about the show being allegedly linked to a Pakistani-owned entity. Earlier, FWICE sent a letter to the actor urging him to "withdraw" from the event, citing concerns over national interest, especially following the terror attack at Pahalgam on April 22.
The 71st National Film Awards honored 'The Kerala Story' with Best Director for Sudipto Sen and Best Cinematography for Prasantanu Mohapatra. Lead actress Adah Sharma expressed feeling blessed by the recognition, emphasizing the film's aim to give voice to the voiceless. Despite controversy surrounding its sensitive subject matter, the film became a box office success, sparking nationwide debate.
Dua Lipa has been granted Kosovan citizenship by President Vjosa Osmani, marking a significant moment for the singer and the nation. The 'Houdini' singer expressed her gratitude, while President Osmani celebrated Lipa as an iconic figure who carries Kosovo's story with pride. The ceremony followed Lipa's performance at the Sunny Hill festival and included a special serenade by children.
Sobhita Dhulipala enthusiastically supports her father-in-law Nagarjuna's upcoming film 'Coolie', praising his villainous role after the trailer launch. Nagarjuna shared his liberating experience portraying a charming villain under Lokesh's direction. The film, starring Rajinikanth, Upendra, and others, is set for release on August 14, with Aamir Khan making a special appearance.
‘Dhadak 2,’ starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri, faced competition from ‘Son Of Sardaar 2’ and ‘Saiyaara’ upon its release on August 1, 2025. The film, a remake exploring casteism, earned Rs. 3.5 crore on Friday and Rs. 3.75 crore on Saturday, totaling Rs. 7.25 crore.
Tom Holland is back as Spider-Man. He is filming 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' in Glasgow. Holland sports a new suit with upgraded web-shooters. He interacted with fans on set. The city streets transformed into New York. Sadie Sink may join the cast. Tom and Zendaya return. The film picks up after 'No Way Home'.
Ashwin Kumar's animated film 'Mahavatar Narsimha' is making waves at the box office, grossing an impressive Rs 67.95 crore in just nine days. The film's Telugu version is particularly popular, boasting high theatre occupancy rates. The Hindi and Tamil versions are also performing well, driven by positive reviews for its animation, themes, and storytelling.
Vijay Deverakonda's spy thriller 'Kingdom,' directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, is performing steadily at the box office. On its third day, the film earned approximately Rs 8 crore, bringing its total domestic collection to Rs 33.50 crore. Telugu audiences show strong support, with high theatre occupancy, while the Tamil version sees moderate engagement.
Ishaan Khatter has voiced his support for 'Dhadak 2', praising its powerful narrative and Shazia Iqbal's directorial debut. He lauded Siddhant Chaturvedi's performance as his best yet. Despite the positive reception, the film is facing challenges at the box office, earning an estimated Rs 10 crore in its opening weekend amidst competition from other releases.
