Saturday, August 01
Kajol recently shared insights into Ajay Devgn's career, highlighting his resilience as a producer after his initial setback with 'Raju Chacha.' She humorously credited herself for his growth and praised his commitment to quality filmmaking. Among his works, Kajol expressed her admiration for 'Company' and 'The Legend Of Bhagat Singh,' emphasizing the latter's profound impact.
Anurag Basu's 'Metro... In Dino' witnessed a significant surge on its second day, collecting ₹6 crore and bringing its domestic total to ₹9.5 crore. Evening shows drove the increase, particularly in cities like Pune, NCR, and Mumbai. With positive word-of-mouth, the film aims to reach ₹15 crore by the end of its opening weekend, despite mixed reviews highlighting uneven storylines.
Aamir Khan and Genelia D’Souza's 'Sitaare Zameen Par,' a spiritual sequel to 'Taare Zameen Par,' has grossed over Rs 140 crore in India after 16 days. Despite a slight dip in collections mid-week, the film rebounded strongly on its third Saturday, earning Rs 4.75 crore.
On Ranveer Singh's birthday, the teaser for 'Dhurandhar' was released, creating a buzz online. The film, directed by Aditya Dhar and starring R Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, and Akshaye Khanna, features intense action with comedic elements.
Rumors swirled about Ranveer Singh portraying Ajit Doval in 'Dhurandhar,' but the teaser release suggests R Madhavan embodies a character strikingly similar to the National Security Advisor. Set against potential India-Pakistan tensions, the film, possibly based on true events, features Madhavan in a new look, exciting fans who anticipate his portrayal of a Doval-inspired figure.
Anurag Basu revealed that both he and Ranbir Kapoor reduced their fees for 'Jagga Jasoos' due to their passion for the project, ensuring the producer wouldn't suffer losses despite its box office performance. Basu emphasized his careful budget planning for films like 'Metro...In Dino', prioritizing financial safety for producers. He also recalled Rishi Kapoor blaming him for 'Jagga Jasoos' failure.
Abhishek Bachchan’s latest OTT release Kaalidhar Laapata is earning widespread appreciation from audiences and industry veterans alike. Streaming now on ZEE5, the heartwarming drama also features child actor Daivik Baghela in a central role. Amid the growing buzz, Amitabh Bachchan took to social media to share a glowing review from veteran filmmaker and his longtime friend, Tinnu Anand.
Filmistan Studios, one of Mumbai’s oldest and most iconic film studios, has been officially sold to Arkade Developers for Rs 183 crore. In the wake of the acquisition, the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has written an open letter to Maharashtra’s CM Devendra Fadnavis, urging him to halt the demolition and protect what they call a “symbol of cinematic legacy.”
Ranveer Singh unveiled the teaser of 'Dhurandhar' on his 40th birthday, showcasing a fierce avatar that ignited social media. Fans are celebrating his electrifying screen presence and the film's explosive action, with many proclaiming it as his comeback. The teaser also highlights the presence of other actors like Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, and Arjun Rampal.
Actor Rajniesh Duggal has voiced his support for Diljit Dosanjh amidst the 'Sardaar Ji 3' controversy, emphasizing that the backlash against the singer-actor is likely a misunderstanding. Duggal admires Dosanjh's talent and believes he never intended to offend anyone. Meanwhile, Naseeruddin Shah clarified he didn't delete his supportive Facebook post for Dosanjh.
