Sunday, July 26
Yuzvendra Chahal has finally addressed his divorce from Dhanashree Verma and the rumors linking him to RJ Mahavash. He clarified that he is not romantically involved with anyone and that Mahavash is a close friend who supported him during a difficult period.
The 71st National Film Awards sparked controversy as Sudipto Sen's 'The Kerala Story' won Best Cinematography, drawing criticism from Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, who condemned the film for spreading misinformation and communal hatred. Rani Mukerji, Shah Rukh Khan, and Vikrant Massey were also among the winners, recognized for their outstanding performances.
Dhanush overcame the Hindi language barrier in 'Raanjhanaa' by memorizing lines phonetically with help from writer Himanshu Sharma, who coached him on the Banaras dialect’s nuances. Zeeshan Ayyub praised his dedication, highlighting the challenge of acting in an unfamiliar language and Dhanush’s impressive progress since then.
Vikrant Massey expressed immense gratitude upon winning the Best Actor award at the 71st National Film Awards for his role in '12th Fail.' He shares this honour with Shah Rukh Khan, recognized for his performance in 'Jawan.' Massey dedicated the award to marginalised communities, acknowledging Vidhu Vinod Chopra for the opportunity.
Yuzvendra Chahal addressed his divorce with Dhanashree Verma. He spoke about the viral T-shirt he wore during the proceedings. Chahal said the shirt was a response to something from Dhanashree's side. He mentioned a financial agreement was in place before the final decision. The couple agreed to keep their issues private on social media.
Rani Mukerji expressed overwhelming joy upon receiving her first National Award for Best Actress for her role in 'Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway,' a film celebrating the strength of motherhood. She credited the entire team and dedicated the award to them, acknowledging the validation it brings to her 30-year career and expressing gratitude to her fans for their unwavering support.
Shah Rukh Khan secured his first National Award for Best Actor after 33 years. He shares the award with Vikrant Massey. Rani Mukerji won Best Actress. Karan Johar's film also won an award. Fans and celebrities are celebrating Khan's achievement. Many feel he deserved this recognition earlier for his iconic roles. The internet is buzzing with reactions to these wins.
The 71st National Film Awards were announced in New Delhi, celebrating cinematic excellence for films released in 2023. 'Bhagavanth Kesari' won Best Telugu Film, while 'HanuMan' was recognized for Best Action Direction. Other South Indian films like 'Parking' and 'Ullozhokku' also secured multiple awards in various categories, highlighting the region's significant contributions.
Ashwin Kumar's animated film, 'Mahavatar Narsimha,' is exceeding expectations at the box office, amassing ₹44.25 crore in just eight days. This makes it a top-grossing Indian animated film, surpassing 'Hanuman.' Despite a modest opening, strong word-of-mouth propelled weekend growth, with the Hindi version leading collections, indicating rising interest in mythological animation among North Indian audiences. Social media buzz highlights the film's powerful portrayal of Lord Vishnu and Bhakta Prahlad.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni met for a deposition. It was regarding Lively's sexual harassment claims. She accused Baldoni of inappropriate behavior during filming. Baldoni denied the allegations. He filed a defamation countersuit, which was dismissed. The trial is scheduled for March 2026. Both Lively and Baldoni will testify. Cameras will not be permitted in the courtroom.
