Thursday, July 30
Shubhangi Dutt earns praise for her role in Tanvi The Great. Her portrayal of an autistic girl is powerful. Comparisons are drawn to Priyanka Chopra's Jhilmil in Barfi. Shubhangi clarifies her approach was distinct. She immersed herself in research and unlearning. She observed the real Tanvi's soul. Shubhangi aimed to embody the essence of every autistic individual.
Superstar Rajinikanth’s much-awaited action entertainer Coolie is set to hit theatres worldwide on August 14. Director Lokesh Kanagaraj recently opened up about the casting process for the film and how challenging it was to convince Nagarjuna Akkineni to join the project.
It’s a moment of joy for Bollywood’s beloved couple, Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani, as they have welcomed their first child, a baby girl. The couple, who are yet to make an official announcement, became parents earlier this week in Mumbai. A source said that the baby was born via normal delivery at Reliance Hospital in Mumbai and both the mother and daughter are healthy.
Namit Malhotra, known for his VFX work in Hollywood hits like *Dune* and *Inception*, is producing a two-part *Ramayana* epic aiming to redefine India's global cinematic identity. Inspired by *Jurassic Park*, Malhotra seeks to showcase Indian culture's strength, moving beyond narratives of poverty. The film boasts Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as Ravana, and a score by A.R.
Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur has officially announced the sequel to his acclaimed 1983 directorial debut Masoom, titled Masoom: The Next Generation. As the veteran filmmaker gears up for production, he took to social media to reflect on the turbulent release week of the original film and how it almost ended his career before it began.
Sara Ali Khan's Metro In Dino has become her fourth-highest-grossing film, earning Rs 39.65 crore in 11 days. The film surpassed Love Aaj Kal, driven by a strong weekend surge and positive word-of-mouth. While it's a significant achievement, it still trails behind Kedarnath and Zara Hatke Zara Bachke in her career earnings.
Rajkummar Rao, fresh from the success of 'Maalik,' is set to star in Sourav Ganguly's biopic. The film's shooting, initially planned for this year, has been moved to 2026 to allow thorough preparation. Rao is diligently practicing left-handed batting to accurately portray the iconic cricketer. He expressed excitement and nervousness about the role, acknowledging the significant responsibility it entails.
Jaideep Ahlawat, Jitendra Kumar, Pratik Gandhi, and Vijay Varma shared their early struggles in Mumbai on Kapil Sharma's show. Jaideep recounted living in a cramped one-bedroom flat with multiple roommates, while Pratik Gandhi spoke about his role being cut from a film. Jitendra Kumar, after initially giving up and leaving Mumbai, returned to pursue acting after rejection from NSD.
Kajol's recent film, Maa, has become her 8th highest-grossing movie with Rs 35.64 crore after 18 days, marking a decent box-office performance. Despite a promising start, Maa experienced a significant drop in collections during its second week. It is unlikely to surpass the evergreen classic Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, which remains her 7th biggest hit with Rs 46.
The 2025 Emmy nominations have been revealed, with *Severance* leading with 27 nods, followed by *The Penguin* and *The White Lotus*. The 77th Annual Emmy Awards ceremony, hosted by Nate Bargatze, will air on CBS and Paramount+ on September 14. The Creative Arts Emmys will precede the main event on September 6 and 7, celebrating excellence in television.
