Tuesday, July 28
Director Sham Kaushal recently opened up about his cancer diagnosis and how doctors had predicted that he would not live for long. During the shoot of 'Lakshya' in Ladakh in 2003, Sham began experiencing abdominal pain. He was taken to an army hospital and chose to resume work soon after, moving on to Shyam Benegal’s 'Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose'.
Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' continues its box office success, captivating audiences nationwide. Writer Divy Nidhi Sharma recently addressed rumors of Khan being an 'interfering actor,' firmly denying them. Sharma, who also worked on 'Laapataa Ladies,' assures that while Khan is involved, he respects the script and encourages discussion.
The release of Ajay Devgn's Son of Sardaar 2 has been delayed by a week, now slated for August 1st, due to the unexpected success of Saiyaara at the box office. This strategic move aims to allow both films to maximize their box office potential, as Saiyaara continues its record-breaking run with strong reviews and audience reception.
Mohit Suri's directorial 'Saiyaara' is celebrating box office success with a special screening at Yash Raj Studios. Ahaan Panday, along with family members Ananya Panday and Chunky Panday, attended the event. Celebrities like Bobby Deol and Disha Patani also showed their support. The film, starring debutants, exceeded expectations, earning an estimated ₹20 crore after advance ticket sales of ₹12 crore.
The Malayalam police drama 'Ronth,' starring Roshan Mathew and Dileesh Pothan, is set for its digital premiere on JioHotstar on July 22, 2025. Directed by Shahi Kabir, the film explores the evolving relationship between a seasoned cop and a rookie officer during an intense night patrol. 'Ronth' will also be available in Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, and Kannada.
Actor Fish Venkat, known for his Telangana accent, died on July 18, 2025. He suffered from organ failure. Venkat needed a kidney transplant. Financial aid came from Pawan Kalyan and Vishwak Sen. A matching donor was not found. He acted in 'Gabbar Singh' and 'DJ Tillu'. Fish Venkat was known for his comic roles. His performances were cherished by many.
Jurassic World Rebirth has roared past Rs 100 crore in India, becoming the second-highest-grossing Hollywood release this year. The film, starring Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey and Mahershala Ali, had a record-breaking opening weekend. Globally, it has surpassed $500 million, driven by strong international performance and a compelling storyline set on a dangerous island research facility.
Kireeti Reddy's debut film 'Junior,' co-starring Sreeleela and Genelia D’Souza, had a decent opening, collecting over Rs 1.40 crore on its first day. The Telugu-Kannada bilingual film saw varied occupancy rates, with stronger turnout during Telugu night shows. While some criticized the predictable storyline, Kireeti's dance skills and on-screen energy received positive feedback, with comparisons to Jr NTR.
A fake photo of Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra's baby with Salman Khan went viral. Shah Rukh Khan was injured on set, halting production. Sangeeta Bijlani's farmhouse was burgled. 'Saiyaara' faces remake allegations. The 'War 2' trailer, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, is cleared by the CBFC. It is expected to drop next week.
Filmmaker duo Abbas-Mustan are known for crafting gripping thrillers in Bollywood, and they have now opened up about the challenges they faced while making the 2008 blockbuster Race. They had to approach several stars for the lead role, but many leading actors turned it down, calling it too difficult to decipher.
