Friday, July 31
Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' emerges as a surprise hit of 2025, grossing ₹154.35 crore in three weeks. While unlikely to beat '3 Idiots' ₹202 crore, it aims to surpass 'Raid 2' and 'Housefull 5' to become the third-highest Hindi grosser of the year. The film's emotional storytelling resonates with family audiences, marking a successful comeback for Aamir Khan.
Rajkummar Rao's crime thriller 'Maalik' has premiered, showcasing the actor in a never-before-seen gangster role. Early reviews on X (formerly Twitter) praise Rao's electrifying performance and the film's engaging screenplay, though some find the second half lacking. Manushi Chhillar and the supporting cast also receive accolades for their contributions to this intense cinematic experience.
'The Archies', directed by Zoya Akhtar, garnered attention as it featured star kids Suhana Khan, Agastya Nanda, and Khushi Kapoor in lead roles, marking their debut. The film faced backlash for casting star kids in the main roles, while some critics felt that the movie would have been better with talented newcomers. Casting director Karan Mally has now responded to the criticism.
Ileana D'Cruz, now a celebrated Bollywood actress, had a difficult start. During her debut film Devadasu (2006) at 18, she felt overwhelmed by the unfamiliar environment and negativity, even walking off set in tears. A call with her mother, who reminded her of her commitment, grounded her. Ileana persevered, proving resilience triumphs over early criticism, ultimately becoming a bankable star.
Aditya Roy Kapur's dating life is creating buzz. He hinted at using a celebrity dating app during a chat with Sara Ali Khan. Sara shared her thoughts on dating famous people. Fans are speculating about Aditya's new romance. They believe he is dating Georgina Dsilva, a Goan model. Social media users noticed similar white nail polish in their posts.
Ram Gopal Varma's controversial thriller 'Saaree,' which explores themes of obsession and delusion, is set to premiere on Aha and Lionsgate starting July 11, 2025. The film, directed by Giri Krishna Kamal, follows a man whose fascination with a woman in a saree spirals into a dangerous obsession, disrupting her life and the lives of those around her.
Teachers in films often leave a big impact on our hearts. They guide, support, and inspire just like real-life gurus. On this Guru Purnima, let’s celebrate some of the most loved teacher roles played by Bollywood actors. Come, let’s see how these stars became the perfect gurus on screen.
Brad Pitt is intensifying his legal battle with Angelina Jolie over Château Miraval, demanding access to private messages concerning Jolie's sale of her stake to Stoli Group. Pitt alleges Jolie acted maliciously by selling to a party he opposed, while Jolie claims Pitt refused to buy her out unless she signed an NDA about alleged abuse.
Rajkummar Rao praised Ranbir Kapoor and Yash for preserving the mystery around their lives, unlike many stars who overshare on social media. He emphasized that actors should be known for their work, not personal lives, adding that mystery is essential to keep audiences intrigued and eager to watch them in theaters.
Amidst the Hindi-Marathi language tensions in Maharashtra, Annu Kapoor has denounced the violence as unconstitutional and politically motivated, emphasizing respect for local languages while condemning aggression. He highlighted India's diversity and the importance of unity, cautioning against extra-constitutional authority. Following unrest and debate, the Maharashtra government has reversed its decision, making Hindi an optional subject in schools.
