Tuesday, July 28
Sonu Walia, known for 'Khoon Bhari Maang,' revealed her initial discomfort about wearing a swimsuit for a film scene in an exclusive interview. She humorously recounted her attempt to avoid the sequence by feigning an inability to swim to director Rakesh Roshan.
Mohit Suri's latest romantic drama, Saiyaara, starring newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, has achieved remarkable success, grossing Rs 83 crore in its opening weekend. Surpassing Aashiqui 2, it's Suri's second-biggest hit and is poised to overtake Ek Villain. The film's success, driven by fresh faces and compelling music, reaffirms Suri's storytelling prowess and could mark a career high point.
Shilpa Shirodkar, known for her roles in 'Gopi Kishan' and 'Aankhen', once faced a shocking death hoax. A newspaper falsely reported she was shot dead during the filming of 'Raghuveer' in 1995, causing widespread panic among her family.
Pravin Narayanan's courtroom drama 'Janaki V vs State of Kerala,' starring Suresh Gopi, concluded its first weekend with an estimated Rs 3.8 crore. After a promising start, the film experienced a slight decline in collections over the weekend. The film now faces a crucial test on Monday to maintain its position amidst competition from other releases.
Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's Bollywood debut, 'Saiyaara,' is creating a buzz. Despite minimal promotion, the film has impressively grossed over ₹80 crore domestically within three days, marking a record-breaking start for a debutant-led movie. Trade analysts speculate a Netflix OTT release, citing director Mohit Suri's strong ties with the platform. Critics praise Panday's 'smashing debut' and Padda's 'impressive' screen presence, highlighting their performances in romantic and emotional scenes. The film's success positions it among 2025's highest-grossing films.
Raveena Tandon has defended Govinda, attributing his career slowdown to changing industry trends rather than a lack of talent. She praised his versatility and credited him with shaping her comic timing, highlighting his ability to seamlessly blend humor and emotion. Govinda has previously expressed concerns about industry bias and struggling to find work.
Chandra Barot passed away on Sunday at the age of 86. The director had reportedly been battling pulmonary fibrosis. Following his demise, Amitabh Bachchan, who starred in the classic film ‘Don’ directed by Barot, shared a heartfelt note in his memory. Barot had once spoken about the financial struggles he faced during the release of ‘Don’ due to the untimely death of its producer.
Kireeti Reddy's debut film 'Junior', a Telugu-Kannada bilingual, had a decent opening weekend, earning approximately Rs 5.40 crore domestically. Despite mixed reviews and competition, the film saw increasing collections over the weekend, with Sunday marking its highest single-day total. The film, co-starring Sreeleela and Genelia D’Souza, follows Abhi's journey of uncovering past connections, blending action and drama.
Director Gopi Nayinar faces accusations from ex-assistant Rajkamal. Rajkamal claims unpaid wages and obstruction. He alleges Nayinar interfered with his work and isolated him. Thol Thirumavalavan reportedly reprimanded Nayinar. Rajkamal states Nayinar intimidated other assistants. He now seeks legal action and protection for his family. The film industry is currently witnessing this controversy.
Kriti Sanon's French coast cruise has ignited dating rumors with entrepreneur Kabir Bahia, fueled by matching Instagram posts. Their shared vacation backdrops and recent appearances, including a London cricket match and a Bengaluru wedding, have intensified speculation. While neither has confirmed the relationship, their public interactions suggest a blossoming romance.
