Tuesday, July 28
Adnan Sami shared his special connection with Lata Mangeshkar. She was his father's favorite singer. Sami recalled a phone call with Mangeshkar that comforted his ailing father. She even edited photos of Sami's daughter, Medina. Mangeshkar's kindness deeply touched Sami and his family. He remembers her fondly after her passing on February 6, 2022. She was very special to him.
Kireeti Reddy's debut film 'Junior' has hit theaters, garnering positive initial reactions, particularly for his dance skills and screen presence. While some find the story lacking novelty, Kireeti's performance, along with Sreeleela's energy and Genelia D'Souza's impactful return, are being praised. The film, a comedy entertainer, is directed by Radhakrishna Reddy and features music by Devi Sri Prasad.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas' birthday brought a Ra.One set memory to light, where she arrived late from the U.S. and faced Sanjay Dutt's stern reaction after apologizing. The actress teared up, leading Dutt to involve Shah Rukh Khan, who watched the scene unfold from a distance. Despite the initial tension, the shoot wrapped up on schedule.
Veteran Tamil filmmaker Velu Prabhakaran passed away at 68 in Chennai due to a heart attack after battling a prolonged illness. Starting as a cinematographer, he directed controversial films like 'Kadhal Kadhai,' known for its bold themes. Prabhakaran's remains will be available for public homage before his final rites at the Porur crematorium.
Anurag Basu's 'Metro... In Dino' faces a box office slowdown after a promising start, earning just Rs 2 lakhs on Day 15, totaling approximately Rs 43.97 crore in India. Despite a strong opening weekend peaking at Rs 7.25 crore on Sunday and a stable second weekend, collections have significantly dropped.
Akshay Kumar is dedicated to the well-being of Bollywood stuntmen, providing insurance to approximately 650 individuals nationwide after the tragic death of SM Raju. This initiative, funded personally by Kumar since 2017, offers health and accident coverage, ensuring stuntmen can access cashless treatment up to Rs 5-5.5 lakh for injuries sustained on or off set.
Kussh S Sinha, son of veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha and actress Poonam Sinha, is making his directorial debut with the film ‘Nikita Roy’, starring his sister Sonakshi Sinha. In a recent interview, Kussh spoke about the nepotism tag often associated with the industry and the kind of discussions he has with his sister and father at home regarding careers and films.
Alia Bhatt, who debuted in 2012, is known for her generosity, reportedly gifting ₹50 lakh each to her driver and house help in 2019 to help them buy homes. However, she recently faced betrayal from a former personal assistant accused of misappropriating funds from her production house and personal accounts. Bhatt is currently filming 'Love And War' with Ranbir Kapoor.
Mohit Suri's 'Saiyaara,' starring debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, has surprised the box office with a strong opening, potentially crossing Rs 20 crore on day one. Experts attribute the film's success to its refreshing young love story and memorable music, reminiscent of classic Bollywood soundtracks.
Ananya Panday wished Bhumi Pednekar a happy birthday with a rare throwback photo, calling her a “hottie.” Bhumi was last seen in Netflix’s The Royals, while Ananya shared behind-the-scenes glimpses of her upcoming rom-com Tu Meri Main Tera, releasing February 13, 2026.
