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Veteran performer Asrani is receiving a ton of tributes, including
Indian actor Govardhan Asrani passed away last week at the age of 84, and tributes are flooding in. According to his management, Asrani, who goes by his last name, passed away in a hospital in Mumbai city on Monday after a brief illness, as reported by BBC Hindi. Asrani performed in over 300 films during the course of a career that lasted more than 50 years, the majority of them were comedic. He played an eccentric jailer in the 1975 hit Sholay, which stands out as one of his most memorable roles."Asrani ji, the person who made everyone smile, is no longer with us. In a statement shared on the actor's social media accounts, his family wrote, "His passing is an irreparable loss for both Hindi cinema and our hearts." On Monday, family members and close friends attended the performance of his last rites. Asrani was referred to as a "versatile artist" and "gifted entertainer" by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi."In particular, his remarkable performances brought laughter and joy to innumerable lives. Modi commented on X, "His contribution to Indian cinema will always be cherished." Asrani was born in 1941 in Rajasthan, a state in western India. In the 1960s, he studied acting at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) after starting his career as a voice actor at the state-run All India Radio. Although he made his Hindi cinema debut in 1967, he gained global recognition for his role as a clumsy jailer in the 1975 film Sholay, which was intended to be a caricature of Adolf Hitler.Earlier this year, Asrani recounted his preparation for the part in an interview with BBC Hindi. He stated that the jailer "thinks he is very smart but isn't," according to the film's director Ramesh Sippy and writer Salim-Javed. In the 1980s and 1990s, Asrani was frequently featured on television programs that were broadcast on Doordarshan, the state broadcaster. In the 1980s hit series Natkhat Narad, he portrayed the Hindu scholar Narad Muni. In addition, he directed a number of Gujarati and Hindi movies. From subtle situational humor to overblown performances, the actor became linked with comedic roles in popular movies. However, he thought he was more than a comedian.
Published 21 Oct 2025 08:10 PM
Roopa Ganguly tears down on Pankaj Dheer's death, names Mahabharat co-star ‘most attractive man on the set after…’
Actor Roopa Ganguly, who played Draupadi in BR Chopra's Mahabharat (1988-1990), lavished compliments as she remembered her co-star Pankaj Dheer (who essayed the character of Karna). Roopa said in an interview with NDTV that Pankaj "was the most handsome man on the set after Nitish Bharadwaj." He was also described as a "reserved person" by her. In addition, Roopa conveyed her shock and sympathy at Pankaj's passing.After a fight with cancer, Pankaj passed away at the age of 68, according to news agency PTI. Roopa discussed him and said that she was unaware of his poor health. "I think we had a text conversation around a year ago. However, he never discussed his sickness with me," Roopa sobbed. Despite meeting Pankaj "years ago," she said that they continued to communicate "over texts on and off."She walked down memory lane, remembering their interactions on the Mahabharat film sets. After Nitish Bharadwaj, Pankaj Dheer was the most attractive male on the set. I would text him and refer to him as "my most handsome friend." 'Handsome' was a term he was aware of. However, he is a really polite, well-mannered man. Firoz Khan, who portrayed Arjun, and Puneet Issar, who played Duryodhan, were a little mischievous (chulbule). However, Pankaj was always quiet," she remarked.Pankaj was well-known for his roles as King Shivdutt in the fantasy drama Chandrakanta and Karna in BR Chopra's Mahabharat. "He died this morning from cancer." Producer Ashoke Pandit was quoted by PTI as stating, "He had been in and out of the hospital in the past months." On Wednesday night, Pankaj's final ceremonies were held at the Pawan Hans crematorium. Among those who paid their final respects at the crematorium were Salman Khan, Sidharth Malhotra, Arbaaz Khan, Puneet Issar, and Mika Singh. His son, Nikitin Dheer, an actor, and wife, Anita Dheer, survive him.
Published 16 Oct 2025 05:20 PM
KBC 17: A child who is "overconfident" enters the hot seat and requests that Amitabh Bachchan not explain the regulations; they depart without receiving any compensation. "Mujhe, rules vules pata hai.
Presenting a special kids' edition, Amitabh Bachchan's Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 showcases intelligent young candidates who frequently dazzle spectators with their charm and humor. A recent show, however, garnered notice for a different reason: a young participant's overconfident demeanor and somewhat impolite remarks toward Big B went viral. The video has already gone viral on social media, and the child eventually left without receiving any cash.Since Amitabh entered the hot seat, the child has been seen speaking brutally to him in a video that has gone viral on social media. The child, Ishit Bhatt, is a fifth-grade student from Gandhinagar, Gujarat.A fifth-grade student from Gandhinagar, Gujarat named Ishit Bhatt participated in the Junior edition of KBC 17. After he said to Amitabh Bachchan, "Mere ko rules pata hai, isliye aap mereko abhi rules samjhane mat baithna" (I know the rules, so don't start explaining them to me right now), his segment swiftly became the buzz of social media. Even Big B looked momentarily surprised as the audience gasped.Ishit's demands and interruptions persisted as the game started. The boy interrupted Amitabh before he could complete reading the questions, saying, "Arre option daalo!" (Come on, show me the possibilities!) & "Sir ek kya, lekin lock karo, uss mein chaar lock lagado!" (Sir, make sure to lock it with four locks, not just one. Many were annoyed by his arrogance, while others found it amusing.Ishit firmly selected Ayodhya Kanda, which turned out to be incorrect, when asked, "What is the name of the first Kanda of the Valmiki Ramayana?" The right response was Bala Kanda. Amitabh Bachchan kindly remarked, "Kabhi kabhi bachhe over confidence mein galti kar dete hai" (Sometimes children make mistakes due to overconfidence) when he lost all of his gains.With thousands of views, the episode's footage went popular on X (previously Twitter). The boy's tone was criticized by many people as being impolite and haughty. An individual commented, "Arrogance got schooled." Perhaps the parents will learn now. "Knowledge without manners is useless," another person said. Others, on the other hand, defended the boy, claiming that social media was being too harsh on a minor and that he was just overexcited.
Published 14 Oct 2025 05:18 PM
Day 12 (LIVE) box office receipts for "Kantara: Chapter 1": The Rishab Shetty movie, which has already made over Rs 430 crore, begins the second Monday slowly.
How "Kantara: Chapter 1" has dominated the box office. Despite having a massive opening of over Rs 60 crore on day one in all languages, the Rishab Shetty-directed film, which also starred him, Rukmini Vasanth, and other performers, gradually started to decline. It made the most of its October 2 release date, which was a national holiday because of Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra. However, the movie continued to make around Rs 20 crore even in the days that followed. It has grown well on its second weekend.Rishab Shetty, the mastermind of Kantara, posted BTS images of the film, and the post quickly gained popularity. The BTS photographs were posted on Instagram, and within three hours, they had over 1.5 lakh likes."A swollen leg and an exhausted body were present during the climax shoot, but now millions of people watch and admire the climax." Only the blessings of the heavenly spirit that we believe in made this possible. Sincere gratitude to all of our supporters," Rishab Shetty wrote beside the photos. On October 2, Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1, a prequel to the popular first movie, was made available. The film made ₹478.65 crore net in 11 days in India. Sacnilk claims that the film has already made ₹600 crore worldwide. According to reports, Kantara 2 had a ₹125 crore budget.Three years have passed since Kantara, which was made for a mere ₹16 crore, became an enormous success. Globally, the folklore drama brought in ₹407.82 crore. The images that went viral depict Rishab's swelling legs during the climax shoot, which has grown to be one of the most moving moments for fans all around the country.
Published 13 Oct 2025 05:12 PM
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"Ironically or not, today is World Health Day," says Tahira Kashyap, whose breast cancer has returned after seven years.
In 2018, Tahira Kashyap received a breast cancer diagnosis. She is Ayushmann Khurrana's wife.Filmmaker Tahira Kashyap has reported the second recurrence of her breast cancer. Tahira wrote a message on Instagram on Monday, discussing her experience fighting cancer once more.Relapses of Tahira Kashyap's cancer She posted, "The power of regular screening or the seven-year itch: it's a perspective." I chose the latter and would advise everyone who needs to get regular mammograms to do the same. I still got this in round two."When life gives you lemons, make lemonade," Tahira wrote as the caption for the photo. You carefully squeeze them into your favorite kala khatta drink and enjoy it with all the good intentions when life gets too kind and throws them at you again. for two reasons: first, it's a better drink, and second, you know you'll give it your all again (red heart emoji)."#mammogram #regularscreening I'm not afraid to say #breastcancer #onemoretime #let's go. It's #WorldHealthDay today, ironically. Let's take care of ourselves to the best of our abilities. "#gratitude through and through (emoji of folded hands)," she wrote at the end of her note.
Vaiko now wants L2: Empuraan, starring Mohanlal, to be banned.
Following closely behind the producers of the Malayalam movie L2: On Tuesday, April 1, 2025, MDMK general secretary Vaiko requested the Tamil Nadu government to "ban the screening" of the Mohanlal film, empuraanannouncing voluntary cuts in response to right-wing groups' complaints. He claimed the film had shown the Mullaperiyar dam as dangerous.The Rajya Sabha MP stated in a statement that the movie mentioned a dam in Nedumpally and that a scene argued for its demolition because the British had threatened the Travancore ruler with a 999-year land lease. Mr. Vaiko stated, "Dialogues in four places say even though the king and the British have left, the dam is still there to destroy Kerala. "He said that another discussion supported "bombing" the dam. Recalling the conversations, Mr. Vaiko stated, "If we bomb the dam, which is drowning people even if two shutters are opened, it will destroy the entire Kerala [State]."According to the MDMK chief, the movie also downplayed check dam safety. He cited another exchange that said, "It is safe only if there is no dam."He claimed that entrenched interests had produced the movie to instill dread of the dam in the people of Kerala, citing the decision of the expert committee established by the Supreme Court to examine its safety.
After surgery, Dharmendra says, Abhi bhi bahut dam hai, while sporting a bandage over his eye. Observe
Veteran actor Dharmendra is seen conversing with the paparazzi while sporting a bandaged eye following eye surgery in a video that has gone popular on social media. He discussed his strength for his age.On Tuesday, veteran actor Dharmendra was seen in Mumbai with a bandaged eye. A paparazzo posted a video of him following eye surgery, and it has gone popular on social media. The actor was spotted chatting with the photographers, who complimented him on his strength for his age before wishing him a quick recovery.Speaking to them about his eyes, Dharmendra, 89, remarked in the video, "Abhi bhi bohut damm hai, bohut jaan rakhta hoon. " Graft hua hai mere aankh mein. Hann (I'm still extremely powerful), toh aata hun I had an eye transplant. I'll go now, okay? "I love you, audience, my friends, and my fans," he continued. I'm powerful. On his way to his automobile, the 89-year-old actor was wearing a white plaster and a bandage over his right eye.A number of followers expressed their concern for Dharmendra and wished him a speedy recovery in the video's comments section. "Dharamji, what happened to you?" A user wrote, "Please be careful." Another comment said, "May God grant you blessings." Please look for yourself.
For the first time, Kim Soo-hyun acknowledges her relationship with Kim Sae-ron, rejects the label of "paedophile," and demands 12 billion won in compensation from her family.
During a press conference, Kim Soo-hyun responded to questions about his relationship with the late actor Kim Sae-ron. He disputed the claim that he cultivated Sae-ron and had a connection with her when she was a kid, although he did admit that he is a coward.In response to criticism about his associations with deceased stars Sulli and Kim Sae-ron, South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun held a press conference on Monday with his attorney, Kim Jong-bok. This was the first time he had discussed his claimed relationship with Kim Sae-ron when she was a minor in public. Sulli and Kim Sae-ron both committed suicide.Kim Soo-hyun apologized at the start of the news conference. "I apologize first," he said. I believe that a great number of individuals are suffering as a result of me. Additionally, I regret that the late actor [Kim Sae-ron] cannot find serenity in his final resting place. I think of myself as a coward. I've always been too focused on clinging to my possessions. I constantly feared loss and injury, ran away, and denied everything, so I couldn't even trust the goodwill that came my way. I took so long to stand here today because of this.Kim Sae-ron was an adult when he dated her, according to Kim Soo-hyun. Kim Soo-hyun stated that he wants to offer his perspective and put an end to this "hell-like situation." While filming Queen of Tears, the actor said that he denied having a relationship with the deceased actor. "When [Kim Sae-ron] posted a picture of herself and me during Queen of Tears' airing, I was in the same situation," he stated. approximately four years prior to the drama airing, I had been dating her for approximately a year. However, I denied our relationship at the time. I am well aware that it is appropriate to criticize my decision.
Sikandar' staff members assist Salman Khan fans in removing 3,000 pirated links; creators will face legal prosecution as Cyber Cell monitors IP addresses.
With a lot of excitement and anticipation, "Sikandar," the Bollywood star Salman Khan's comeback to the big screen following Tiger 3, debuted in theaters on Sunday. Sadly for the movie, though, prints of the action movie could be downloaded from a number of pirate websites.The makers, fan clubs, and Mumbai Police's cyber cell section acted quickly after a high-definition (HD) version of AR Murugadoss' film appeared on social networking site X just hours before the film's March 30 release date. Salman Khan's devoted fan clubs, Sajid Nadiadwala's production company, and law enforcement officials worked together to take down more than 3,000 URLs that were hosting the unauthorized version. Salman Khan's devoted fan clubs, Sajid Nadiadwala's production company, and law enforcement officials worked together to take down more than 3,000 URLs that were hosting the unauthorized version. Over 1,000 accounts have already been reported to the authorities by Nadiadwala's production company, according to a report by Mid-Day.Salman Khan's admirers are showing their devotion in a variety of ways! They demonstrated their desire to preserve their superstar's labor of love by assisting the Sikandar team in removing more than 3,000 pirated links to the movie in a massive takedown campaign. Not only that, but Sikandar's creators aren't letting the offenders off easy. After filing a lawsuit, Cyber Cell is currently monitoring IP addresses connected to the piracy.
On the controversy surrounding the Melbourne concert, Neha Kakkar breaks her silence, saying, "Performed Absolutely Free, Organisers Ran Away."
Finally addressing the controversy surrounding her Melbourne show, singer Neha Kakkar has disclosed the specifics of what transpired that day. When Neha came three hours late for her Melbourne show, the irate audience jeered her and told her to leave. She broke down on stage and apologized to the audience in a video that went viral. Neha has now disclosed that her band was not given access to basic amenities like food, lodging, or water, and that the organizers fled without being paid. She claimed that because her fans were waiting for her, they nevertheless went on stage for the performance in spite of everything. Neha revealed that she didn't even know the concert was going since the organizers stopped returning her managers' calls, and that the sound check was also postponed because the vendor wasn't paid. Neha Kakkar finally spoke out about the situation in a recent Instagram post, writing, "They said she came three hours late. Did they even ask once what happened to her, what did they do to her and her band? I didn't even tell anyone what had happened to us when I talked on stage because I didn't want anyone to be hurt because I'm not the one who should punish people, but now that it's in my name, I had to speak up. Here it is, then.Neha went on, "Are you all aware that I gave my Melbourne audience a completely free performance? My money and others were stolen by the organizers. My band didn't even receive water, food, or lodging. My spouse went with his boys to feed them.
Trailer for Dabba Cartel: Jyotika and Shabana Azmi promise an engrossing program
A compelling criminal drama about five women whose dabba business unexpectedly brings them into the perilous realm of a drug gang is revealed in the teaser for Netflix's Dabba gang.What begins as a straightforward lunchbox service quickly turns into a dangerous game of survival, deceit, and crime. A compelling glimpse into the lives of five middle-class women whose reluctant dabba business takes an unexpected turn — putting them in the center of a high-stakes drug cartel — is provided by the new trailer for Netflix's Dabba Cartel.The women and their husbands become involved in something far darker as the tale develops: the shadowy realm of Viva Life Pharmaceuticals. View the Dabba Cartel trailer here:The series takes place in the busy suburbs of Thane, where ambition meets peril at every step, and stars a critically acclaimed ensemble cast that includes Shabana Azmi, Gajraj Rao, Jyotika, Nimisha Sajayan, Shalini Pandey, Anjali Anand, Sai Tamhankar, Jisshu Sengupta, Lillete Dubey, and Bhupendra Singh Jadawat.One question still stands as the Viva Life members' parallel lives come to light: how far would they go to safeguard their families and themselves? A glimpse of this network of betrayal, greed, and surprising alliances is provided in the trailer. "We wanted to explore the extraordinary journey of ordinary household women and how resilience, ambition, and survival instincts can push them into unimaginable circumstances," stated creator Shibani Akhtar of Dabba Cartel. This is a tale of power, friendship, and treachery set in a world they never thought they would be a part of. We at Excel Entertainment are eager for viewers to enjoy the heart and excitement of this series that we have developed with Netflix.
L2: Empuraan Box Office: Mohanlal Breaks a Seldom Occurring Record By Missing Out On The Top 5 Total Ticket Pre-Sales For Indian Films On BMS!
Finally hitting theaters, Mohanlal's tsunami is threatening to devastate the box office. The movie's ticket sales on BMS, however, were unable to live up to the hype. In fact, at least on this front, things calmed down a little after a huge sale on the day when the advance booking period began!It's interesting to note that, although occasionally breaking records, Mohanlal has not been able to surpass the top 5 Indian film ticket pre-sales on BMS, which are dominated by Pushpa 2, which has sold an incredible 3 million advance tickets.There are currently 1.33 million tickets available for L2: Empuraan's final pre-sale. It outsold Jr. NTR's Devara, which had sold 1.31 million tickets ahead of time on BMS. On Wednesday, March 26, the last day before the movie's release, Mohanlal's film sold 204.7K tickets—not a very impressive amount!In Mollywood, Mohanlal Astonishes! But Mohanlal has unquestionably outperformed the greatest in Mollywood by a significant amount. Aadujeevitham: The GOAT Life has the highest ticket pre-sales of any Mollywood movie in 2024–2025, with 309K tickets sold ahead of time on BMS. Pre-sales for Mohanlal's huge film, which also stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, are 331% greater than those for Prithviraj's previous movie!View the top ten Indian film ticket pre-sales on BMS: Pushpa 2: Three million Leo: 2.28 million Kalki: 1.72 million in 2898 AD Salaar: 1.66 million 1.65 million Jawans L2: 1.33 million Empuraan 1.31 million Devara 1.26 million animals 1.19 million jailer 1.19 million is the greatest of all time. A Rare Record Is Missed If L2: Empuraan had been able to outsell Jawan's pre-sales, Mohanlal would have missed a unique record. It was an uncommon accomplishment because the top 5 movies at the time would have been South Indian blockbusters! Day 1 Gets Off to a Great Start! With 7K tickets sold between 7 and 8 AM, the opening day of Mohanlal's movie has already gotten off to a great start. This is significantly more than the 2K tickets sold on BMS at the same period yesterday. The opening number had everyone's attention! Note: Estimates and data from multiple sources are used to determine box office figures. Koimoi has not independently confirmed the numbers.
Shraddha Kapoor becomes a brand ambassador for Neutrogena.
The skincare company Neutrogena introduced its new brand philosophy, "Beauty To A Science," and announced Bollywood star Shraddha Kapoor as its newest Indian brand ambassador. The announcement is a component of the brand's most recent Indian marketing campaign. Additionally, the company unveiled its newest creation, Hydro Boost Sunscreen, SPF 50, which provides intense hydration and weightless sun protection. The company has added a new Sunscreen SPF 50 to its Hydro Boost lineup. The product promises to keep you hydrated for up to 12 hours while protecting you from UVA, UVB, and long-UVA rays. It contains a complex of vitamins C and E, pro-vitamin B5, and hyaluronic acid. Clinically evaluated, the sunscreen is made to hydrate without leaving a greasy or white cast.Shraddha Kapoor has been named Neutrogena's latest brand ambassador, joining the skincare company to advocate for its principles and goods.
Santosh, an internationally recognized movie, was banned in India due to its depiction of police brutality.
Cannes has already seen the premiere of an award-winning movie set in a fictional town, but censors have rejected its domestic distribution.Because of their reservations over the film's depiction of violence in the Indian police force, misogyny, and Islamophobia, Indian film censors have prevented the release of the highly regarded film Santosh.Set in northern India, Santosh, written and directed by British-Indian Sandhya Suri, has received praise from all over the world for its depiction of a young widow who enlists in the police force and looks into the murder of a little Dalit girl. Deeply ingrained misogyny, discrimination against Dalits, India's lowest caste, once known as untouchables, and the normalization of police abuse and torture are all depicted in this unapologetic fictional depiction of the murkier aspects of the Indian police force. The movie also addresses the growing prevalence of anti-Muslim prejudice in India and sexual abuse there, especially against women from lower castes.Santosh was widely praised when it debuted at the Cannes film festival. It received excellent reviews, including five stars from the Observer, which referred to it as a "phenomenal achievement," and was the UK's official submission for the Oscars' international feature category. It also went on to be nominated for a Bafta for best debut feature this year. Shahana Goswami, the film's star, just took home the Asian Film Awards' best actress prize.
Priya, the wife of Prateik Babbar, reveals why she did not invite Raj Babbar to the wedding: "That person was never in his life."
On February 14, 2025, Prateik Babbar and Priya Banerjee were married in a small ceremony at the Mumbai home of Prateik's late mother, Smita Patil. During the celebration, their closest friends and family were present. However, there was a stir on social media when Raj Babbar, Arya Babbar, and Juhi Babbar were not invited to the wedding. Regarding their decision to not invite Raj Babbar to the wedding, Prateik and Priya have finally spoken out.When Prateik Babbar was asked if he wanted to discuss not inviting his father, Raj Babbar, to his wedding in an interview with the Times of India, Priya interrupted, saying, "No, absolutely not." We'd rather not discuss it. It's not our place, either. Everything is done online. Everything is available online. Before making a careless remark that could ruin someone's special day, let folks read some articles from the past, maybe from that era, and learn about what happened in someone's life.No one is entitled to speak about it. Respect and dignity are the real reasons why Prateik and I would both prefer to remain silent. That's all. We're delighted, so we don't want to talk about this in detail."
Before the trailer for Salman Khan's Sikandar is out, advance reservations are being accepted internationally.
A R Murugadoss' Sikandar will be released in about two weeks, and anticipation for Salman Khan's Eid release is gradually growing. Bollywood Hungama is aware of the movie's promotional strategies."The makers of Sikandar are all set to announce the film's release date in the coming week," a source told Bollywood Hungama. The date will be revealed by Tuesday, March 18, or Wednesday, March 19, if everything goes according to plan. Whether the movie will be released on Friday, March 28, Saturday, March 29, or Sunday, March 30, has been a mystery up until this point. This update is therefore extremely important. A large poster for the movie will also be unveiled along with the release date. The source further noted, “That’s not all. The third song's teaser will be released later this week, and the makers will reveal it tomorrow, Monday, March 17. Pinkvilla reports that this song, which also includes Rashmika Mandanna and Salman, is an end-credit number.When it comes to the release of the assets, Salman Khan fans have been really agitated. "The makers have consistently come up with assets," the person continued. On February 18, the birthday of producer Sajid Nadiadwala, they released the teaser. Then, on March 2, the teaser for "Zohra Jabeen" was released, and on March 3, the song was released. Later, ‘Bam Bam Bhole’ teaser was published on March 10 and the song on March 11. In order to gratify the superstar's admirers, the producers have been gradually increasing the build-up, and the promotions will get a huge boost in the next two weeks.
Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna's action drama Sikandar, which will last for two hours and twenty minutes, will be released in theaters on March 30.
On March 30, 2025, "Sikandar" is slated to open in theaters across the globe. This day is especially important because it falls on key holidays that mark the traditional New Year, including Ugadi in South India, Gudi Padwa in Maharashtra, and Eid worldwide.On March 30, Sikandar is scheduled to be released in theaters. Salman posted a Sikandar poster along with the caption, "See you in theaters throughout the world on March 30th! #SajidNadiadwala's #Sikandar #Sikandar Under the direction of @a.r.murugadoss. In Maharashtra and South India, Sikandar is being released on holidays like Gudi Padwa and Ugadi, which signify the start of a new year.AR Murugadoss, known for his Tamil and Hindi blockbusters such as Ghajini and Thuppakki, is the film's director. AR Murugadoss discussed the film's duration with Pinkvilla. Sikandar lasts for around one hour and fifteen minutes in the first half and one hour and five minutes in the second. It takes roughly two hours and twenty minutes to complete," Murugadoss stated.Additional information about Sikandar Kajal Aggarwal, Sathyaraj, Sharman Joshi, Prateik Babbar, Anjini Dhawan, and Jatin Sarna are also featured in the movie. Sikandar's last schedule was held in Mumbai. Over the course of ninety days, the movie was filmed in Hyderabad and Mumbai, among other places. The project, which was produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, reunites Salman and him following their 2014 hit film Kick.Salman released a captivating preview for his action-packed movie last month. The teaser, which lasted one minute and twenty-one seconds, introduced Salman's character, Sanjay, who his grandma lovingly calls Sikandar. In the teaser, which was full of intense action scenes and witty dialogue, Salman displayed his full, bulky avatar.
Indian movies brought in ₹1245 Cr in February, with Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava taking first place.
With a total revenue of almost ₹650 crore, Chhaava became the highest-grossing movie of February and one of the highest-grossing Hindi films ever.With a strong showing that has generated a gross collection of ₹1,245 crore for the month of February, the Indian box office has maintained its momentum from January into February. And with 53% of February's total movie office receipts, Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava was the standout performance. See also: Chhaava box office receipts: Vicky Kaushal's film surpasses Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan and Ranbir Kapoor's AnimalReport card for the box office Ormax Media's The India Box Office Report for February states that, including anticipated future receipts from February releases that are still showing in theaters, the Indian box office had a transaction of ₹1,245 crore at the domestic box office. Chhaava, Vicky's historical drama, brought in 53% of the month's total box office receipts. Rashmika Mandanna also starred in the movie, which came out on February 14. The Maratha monarch Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj is the subject of the biopic Chhaava, which was directed by Laxman Utekar. When it comes to Chhaava's participation in the list, this analysis has only taken into account Hindi-language box office receipts because the Telugu version of the movie was released in March 2025.As of right now, the total box office receipts for 2025 films total ₹2,264 crore, a 39% increase over the same period in 2024. Additionally, it was the highest-grossing February since the pandemic.
After Manisha Koirala accused her of breaking up with Rajeev Mulchandani over "love letters," Aishwarya Rai "cried like crazy."
Manisha Koirala's accusation that her then-partner Rajeev Mulchandani had a covert romance with Aishwarya Rai sparked a dramatic controversy in the 1990s. Aishwarya expressed her amazement and disappointment while publicly disputing the accusations. Although she had originally intended to commend Manisha's performance in the movie, she described how the scandal caused her great pain. The incident draws attention to a noteworthy but little-known Bollywood dispute.Minimize Your ReadingThere were a lot of rumors in Bollywood during the 1990s. The movie business was rife with rumors, feuds, and dramatic headlines. The purported love triangle featuring Manisha Koirala, model Rajiv Mulchandani, and Aishwarya Rai was one of the most well-known. After receiving an alleged "love letter," Manisha accused her boyfriend Rajiv of having an affair with Aishwarya, sparking the scandal.Aishwarya publically condemned the news and said that she was "shocked and disappointed" by the adultery accusations, demonstrating that she was not taking them lightly. Rumor had it that Manisha was seeing Rajiv, who was connected to Aishwarya at the time. According to reports, Manisha discovered love letters that Rajiv had written to Aishwarya, which stoked rumors that the two were having an affair. However, in a previous interview, Aishwarya disclosed that she had planned to compliment Manisha on her performance in the 1995 movie "Bombay," but that a new dispute arose when Manisha pulled her into the fray. She added that the rumors had a big impact on her. "I thought Manisha was brilliant after watching Bombay," Aishwarya remarked. I even intended to congratulate her by sending her a flower. When Rajeev called me on April 1st, I was thrilled to tell him how much I liked Manisha's performance. He chuckled at that point and inquired as to if I had been reading the articles. He told me that Manisha said she had discovered love letters he had written to me. It was unbelievable to me! The shock was really impolite.
The Family's Demand Is...' Seemingly validating Sreeleela dating rumors, Kartik Aaryan's mother
It appears that Kartik Aaryan's mother has verified that the actor is seeing Sreeleela. Mala Tiwari, Kartik's mother, recently attended the IIFA Awards 2025 with her son. Social media users have shared a video from the occasion in which Tiwari is questioned about the expectations of her prospective daughter-in-law. Kartik's mother responded to this by saying that her son's wife need to be a skilled physician. "A very good doctor is what the family is demanding," she stated.Everyone is now questioning if Kartik Aaryan's mother was giving Sreeleela a major clue about her son's alleged romance. For those who don't know, the South actress is also pursuing a medical degree. As of right now, neither Kartik nor Sreeleela have acknowledged or denied their relationship, but the former's mother's comment has fueled rumors. Sreeleela participated in the festivities earlier this month when Kartik Aaryan and his family threw a party for his sister, Dr. Kritika Tiwari, who reached yet another significant milestone in her medical career. Kartik and Sreeleela were seen having a blast at the home party in a video that went viral on social media. As Kartik stood behind her, recording party moments on his phone, the actress was spotted slaying her hook step from Pushpa 2's song Kissik.It's interesting to note that Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela will soon appear together on screen in an untitled Anurag Basu flick. It will be their first time working together on a movie. In a previous trailer for the movie, Kartik was shown singing "Tu Meri Zindagi" live while sporting a rough long hairstyle and a thick beard, giving him the appearance of a brooding lover. A few snippets of Sreeleela and Kartik's amorous moments were also included in the video, giving viewers a preview of the new couple's smoldering chemistry. On Diwali this year, the movie is scheduled to open in theaters.
Rekhafication of Deepu' is how fashion police describe Deepika Padukone's most recent Paris Fashion Week ensemble, which again evokes comparisons to Rekha.
Deepika Padukone, the global ambassador for Louis Vuitton, recently turned heads when she attended the Paris Fashion Week. The actress received a lot of praise for her appearance, but she was again compared to Rekha. Deepika looked stunning in a white oversized coat, black heels, and gloves, and she accessorized it with a scarf, hat, and bold red lips.After giving birth to her daughter, Deepika previously made a reappearance at Sabyasachi's show on the brand's 25th anniversary. People compared her appearance to Rekha's. People now believe that Deepika is giving off Rekha vibes once more. Diet Sabya, the fashion police, posted this video to Instagram with the caption, "The Rekhafication of Deepu continues. "The actress is on the main courtyard of the Louvre Palace in Paris, The Cour Carrée du Louvre, for the Louis Vuitton show. She laid the groundwork for the nation's increasing impact internationally by becoming the first Indian to be signed by international luxury fashion brands like Louis Vuitton and Cartier. She also made it possible for other Indian celebrities to follow suit in the years that followed. As she makes her debut overseas once more, Deepika looks stunning in a timeless classic outfit that evokes the beauty of the past.
Ishaan Khatter posts a funny BTS video of Tara Sutaria shivering in a chiffon saree while filming a song in Kashmir. Observe
Bollywood News in Real Time: Bollywood News Get up-to-date information about Bollywood's most important stories. We are your go-to source for everything from breaking celebrity news to new film releases and glitzy red carpet events. Discover behind-the-scenes information, exclusive interviews, and all the latest happenings in the Hindi film industry! Staff members of Hindustan Times have not modified this AI-generated live blog.Ishaan is seen having a great time behind the camera despite the cold. On his official Instagram, he posted the BTS video with the comment, "Humari asli haalat while shooting in -10 degrees Celsius. " I'm wearing a sheer shirt and @tarasutaria is wearing a chiffon saari because I don't think the woman should be left alone. Happy Women's Day, by the way. Go watch the entire song on YouTube if you haven't already, BTS diaries #PyaarAataHai. Rito Riba and Shreya Ghoshal have crooned the lovely song. The song, which was produced by Anshul Garg under Play DMF, was filmed amid Kashmir's stunning scenery.