Kangana Ranaut has delivered yet another dud with her recently released film Tejas. Several exhibitors across the country have decided to remove Tejas from theatres because of poor occupancy. The movie has collected merely Rs 4.15 crore in its opening week so far and the film is likely to wrap up its lifetime collection under Rs 10 crore.
Actor Neha Dhupia on Tuesday penned down an emotional note remembering her late father-in-law and legendary Indian spinner Bishan Singh Bedi.
Actor Ananya Panday, who turned 25 today is celebrating her birthday in style in the Maldives.
American singer-songwriter and rapper Chris Brown is being sued for allegedly beating up a man at a London nightclub, reported People.
Veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar has expressed his views on the trend of reviving old songs in Bollywood. While he appreciates the idea of giving importance to old classics, he believes that adding bizarre stanzas to these songs is disrespectful. He compared it to putting psychedelic lights in Ajanta or disco music in Taj Mahal. Akhtar emphasized the need to respect the cultural heritage of songs and honor the original compositions.
The film 'Leo,' directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and starring Vijay, is close to crossing the ₹300 crore mark at the domestic box office. It made ₹16 crore on its eleventh day, surpassing its second Saturday collection. The film performed well in different regions, despite competition from other Hindi releases. This marks the reunion of Lokesh and Vijay after their hit film 'Master.' The film also stars Trisha Krishnan and marks Sanjay Dutt's debut in Kollywood.
At the Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival 2023, Filmmaker Mani Ratnam on Saturday said working with superstar Kamal Haasan is not only a great collaborative process but also a learning experience. Ratnam and Haasan are reuniting after 35 years for the Tamil star's 234th feature film. They earlier worked together on the 1987 critical hit "Nayakan".
Bobby Deol, who became a household name with his role in Prakash Jha's web series Aashram, recently opened up about not being a part of Rana Naidu, which was the Indian adaptation of Ray Donovan. The series featured Rana Daggubati and Venkatesh Daggubati in lead roles.
Raj Kundra, who is awaiting the release of his upcoming film 'UT 69', has shared pictures of various letters he received during his time inside jail, as well as his personal notes and a picture of his family.
The highly anticipated action-packed spy thriller 'Tiger 3' starring Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif has received a UA certificate from the Censor Board and has a runtime of 2 hours and 33 minutes. The film, set to release on November 12, 2023, will have advance bookings starting from November 5, 2023. Emraan Hashmi will play the antagonist in this Maneesh Sharma directorial. Additionally, the teaser of Shah Rukh Khan's film 'Dunki' will be attached to the release of 'Tiger 3'.
Amitabh Bachchan, and Nutan had starred together in a film called 'Saudagar' which had released in 1973 and on the film's 50th anniversary, film expert Dilip Thakur discusses this lost gem with ETimes. It was selected as the Indian entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 46th Academy Awards, but didn't receive a nomination.
Javed Akhtar recently spoke about the upbringing of his children and he revealed that both his kids - Farhan Akhtar and Zoya Akhtar are atheists. Hence in the religion section on his daughter's birth certificate, Farhan wrote 'non applicable'.
Filmmaker Anees Bazmee has confirmed that he has stepped down as a presenter for the upcoming film 'Section 108'. He did not provide a specific reason for his decision but mentioned that he wanted to focus on other projects. Reports suggest that Bazmee had certain clauses that he wanted to be considered, but a middle ground could not be reached. It is mentioned that Bazmee's backing down might not affect the film immediately but could have an impact on future deals.
Advance bookings for Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's film 'Tiger 3' will begin on November 5, with the film releasing on November 12. The teaser for Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming film 'Dunki' will be attached to 'Tiger 3' and screened in cinemas worldwide. SRK also has an extended cameo in the film. 'Tiger 3' is scheduled for a Diwali release and has a runtime of approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes. Industry experts predict a slow start but expect the film to pick up speed during the long holiday weekend.
Thalapathy Vijay starrer Leo has been performing well at the domestic box office. The Lokesh Kanagaraj directorial has now crossed Rs 266 crore mark in India in the first week of its release.
Vikrant Massey, who is all set to come up with his upcoming film 12th Fail, recently opened up about being affected by negative reviews received for his past two releases - Gaslight alongside Sara Ali Khan and Mumbaikar with Vijay Sethupathi.
Last month, Jacqueline Fernandez had shared a picture posing with action legend Jean-Claude Van Damme from Italy and US pop star Selena Gomez in Tuscany. This had led to chatter about the actress’ debut internationally. She has now finally spilled the beans on the speculations.
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh revealed on 'Koffee with Karan' that their love story began when Ranveer saw Deepika for the first time during a reading for 'Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela.' Ranveer was instantly captivated by her simplicity and beauty. During a lunch break, he noticed a piece of crab stuck in her teeth and thought he could embarrass her by pointing it out. However, Deepika surprised him by simply asking him to clean it. This incident left a lasting impact on Ranveer, and their relationship blossomed from there.
Aamir Khan’s eldest born, Junaid Khan has been actively working in theater for over 6 years now and while the actor is all set to make his screen debut with YRF's ‘Maharaj’, he is quite accomplished when it comes to the stage owing to his keen interest in drama growing up, and his talent and dedication towards the craft.
Earlier in the day, Rajinikanth had expressed his excitement of working with mentor Amitabh Bachchan again after 33 years and mentioned that his heart is thumping with joy. Big B has now responded to Rajinikanth's heartfelt post.
Actor Kangana Ranaut set ablaze Ravana's effigy at Delhi's famed Lav Kush Ramlila at the Red Fort in Delhi on Tuesday, becoming the first woman to do so in the 50-year history of the event. Ranaut set the effigy of the demon king ablaze by shooting an arrow and chanted 'Jai Shri Ram'.
During a podcast, Karan Johar revealed that Shah Rukh Khan initially disliked love stories and preferred action films. However, he accepted the success of 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' gracefully. Similarly, Aditya Chopra convinced Shah Rukh to do 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge' by emphasizing the special quality of his eyes. Karan Johar complimented Shah Rukh's eyes, stating that they had the power to captivate and move the audience, making him the quintessential romantic hero. The two have collaborated on several successful films over the years.
US actor Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has joined the chorus of mockery after a Paris museum unveiled a botched waxwork of him, suggesting its skin color -- among other things -- needs "updating." "For the record, I'm going to have my team reach out to our friends at Grevin Museum, in Paris France so we can work at 'updating' my wax figure here with some important details and improvements -- starting with my skin color," wrote Johnson.
With his recently released film Ganapath starring Tiger Shroff and Kriti Sanon, Vikas stepped out of his comfort zone and explored new horizons with a lot of self doubt. He openly admitted that directing a sci-fi film like Ganapath came with a lot of challenges.
Salman Khan mourned the demise of legendary spinner and former captain of the Indian cricket team Bishan Singh Bedi. The superstar penned a heartfelt note to his son and actor Angad Bedi who had shared screen space with him in Tiger Zinda Hai.
The film 'Leo,' directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and starring Vijay, has crossed the Rs 200 crore mark at the Indian box office. The film earned Rs 64.8 crore on Thursday, followed by Rs 35.25 crore on Friday, Rs 39.8 crore on Saturday, and Rs 41.55 crore on Sunday. Early estimates for Monday suggest the film will earn Rs 25 crore, bringing its total earnings to Rs 206.40 crore. The film also features actors Sanjay Dutt, Trisha Krishnan, and Arjun Sarja, and received support from superstar Rajinikanth.
The new Taylor Swift concert movie held on to the top spot in North American theaters this weekend, but history-based crime epic "Killers of the Flower Moon" had an impressive debut -- the best for a Martin Scorsese film since 2010. It is now the only concert film ever to top the box office for two straight weekends, Variety reported.
On the festive occasion, the Scoop actress, talks about Maa’s blessings and a lot more
Hrithik Roshan and his family celebrated his mother Pinkie Roshan's 70th birthday in a grand manner. The entire family, including Hrithik's girlfriend Saba Azad, came together for the celebration. Hrithik shared a video of his mother dancing and expressed his love for her. Many celebrities also wished Pinkie Roshan on her birthday. Hrithik is currently working on his upcoming film "Fighter" with Deepika Padukone and Anil Kapoor.
The deleted scene featuring Abhishek Bachchan's cameo from the Bollywood film 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' has gone viral on social media. In another news, Kareena Kapoor Khan appeared in a new commercial where she recreated her iconic character Poo from the same film. The film, released in 2001, explores themes of love, relationships, and family values. It was a huge success and is still celebrated for its emotional depth and memorable dialogues. The film's soundtrack also played a significant role in its success.
Actress Gauahar Khan believes that if her debut film "Rocket Singh" had been released today, she would have become a big star. She feels the film was ahead of its time and would have been a blockbuster. Gauahar was nominated for a supporting role in the film and believes she would have been the next superstar if it had been released now. She also praises her co-star Ranbir Kapoor and believes he hasn't received the recognition he deserves. However, she is happy to see his recent success.
Thalapathy Vijay and director Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'Leo - Bloody Sweet' received mixed reviews from the critics and audiences alike, but the fact is, despite very little promotions and pre-release hype, the movie has still managed to rake in good numbers. ETimes spoke to senior Trade Analyst Ramesh Bala about the film's release strategy and lack of promotions and hype.
Bollywood actress Dia Mirza recently revealed that she had a female priest, Sheela Atta, perform the rituals at her wedding. Mirza was inspired to have Atta officiate the ceremony after seeing her at a friend's wedding and feeling a deep spiritual connection. She praised Atta for her generosity and highlighted the rarity of having a female priest at weddings. Mirza emphasized that gender should not determine one's profession and criticized the caste system and patriarchy for limiting women's opportunities. She advocated for equal opportunities for all and the freedom to pursue any desired profession.
Aamir Khan's daughter Ira Khan is set to marry her fiance Nupur Shikhare in January. In an interview, Ira shared that she is excited about the upcoming wedding and not nervous. She revealed that she wanted a winter wedding because she dislikes the heat and prefers a cold location near a cliff or waterbody. The wedding will be held in Mumbai with some smaller functions taking place outside the state.
Talking about the mixed reactions Ira Khan received after sharing her experiences with depression through social media, interviews, and other platforms, Aamir Khan's daughter said that she used to think like, 'What are you useless human being? You don't have the right to be depressed, you have so much privilege.'
Here's a list of some Bollywood actresses who have been part of projects featuring more explicit content on OTT platforms and big screen.
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Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon received her first National Award for her role in the film 'Mimi.' She expressed her gratitude on Instagram, sharing pictures with her parents and describing the moment as one of the most memorable days of her life. Fellow actors and celebrities congratulated her on the achievement. Kriti reflected on her journey, mentioning that it took about nine years to reach this milestone. 'Mimi', a comedy-drama released in 2021, features an ensemble cast.
The internet is impressed with Ranbir Kapoor's protective gesture towards Waheeda Rehman and the way he came to cheer for his wife Alia Bhatt at the 69th National Awards.
Hema Malini and Rekha's friendship was hard to miss as the latter dedicates a song to Hema on 75th birthday. Fans think such friendship is rare, meanwhile, one also sees Dharmendra and Hema Malini together in these inside videos from the party. Read on...
Actor Rajkummar Rao revealed his fashion choices during a recent fashion event. He expressed his desire to steal Shah Rukh Khan's red jacket from the song 'Chaiyya Chaiya' and Salman Khan's love for denim. He also mentioned Ranveer Singh's accessories and Abhishek Bachchan's shoe collection. Rajkummar also discussed his admiration for fashion icons from the 1940s-50s such as Sanjeev Kumar, Dilip Kumar, James Dean, and Marlon Brando. On the work front, he has projects like 'Stree 2,' 'Mr and Mrs Mahi,' and 'Sri' in his kitty.
Rekha, Rani Mukerji, Jaya Bachchan, Madhuri Dixit: Best dressed celebs at Hema Malini's birthday bash
Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji along with Karan Johar surprised fans at the screening of 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' and thanked them for loving the film for so many years, but everyone missed Kajol.
The movies running in theatres at the moment, benefitted largely from the National Cinema Day on Friday, October 13, and hence saw a rise in the numbers. However, the Saturday numbers of these movies are not bad, despite the fact that the India Vs Pakistan match took all the limelight. Read inside for more details...
Hrithik Roshan shared the video of Saba Azad where she was seen setting the ramp on fire with her performance and couldn't stop praising her, despite all the trolling. Saba also proved to be a boss lady and gave it back to the trolls like she should have!
Zoya Akhtar, the renowned filmmaker known for movies like 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara' and 'Gully Boy,' is celebrating her birthday today. Bollywood stars including Anil Kapoor, Katrina Kaif, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Sonam Kapoor have taken to social media to wish her. Zoya's upcoming project, 'The Archies,' is set to release on December 7 and features Suhana Khan, Agastya Nanda, and Khushi Kapoor.
As Vidhu Vinod Chopra has completed 45 years in the industry, a festival has been organised wherein 10 of his best movies will be showcased at PVR chains across various cities in India. Many celebs like Kamal Haasan, Sharman Joshi, Jackie Shroff among others attended the festival today.
Ileana D'cruz became a mother to a baby boy in August this year. Since then, the actress has been sharing some adorable updates about her little baby and netizens are loving it.Bollywood couple Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt attended the consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. They patiently waited in a qu...
