Disney's live-action film 'Mufasa: The Lion King', featuring the voices of Shah Rukh Khan and AbRam Khan, saw a significant boost at the Indian box office on Christmas Day, earning Rs 14.25 crore net. Despite competition from 'Pushpa 2', the film is set to join the Rs 100 crore club, thanks to strong pre-sales and holiday viewership.
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Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna recently attended a promotional event in Hyderabad for their upcoming film Chhaava, where they launched the song Jaane Tu. Despite Rashmika’s leg injury, the duo’s heartwarming camaraderie stole the show, delighting fans. One viral video particularly won over fans, capturing Rashmika performing an aarti for Vicky on stage while he folded his hands in respect.
Madha Gaja Raja, starring Vishal, was released on January 12 after a decade-long delay. The movie collected Rs 3.5 crores worldwide in just 2 days. Directed by Sundar C, the film features Anjali, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, and Santhanam in key roles. The script was penned by Venkat Raghavan and Sundar C. The comedy sequences by Santhanam are a highlight, contributing to its positive reception as a Pongal release.
Sandeep Reddy Vanga and Prabhas are teaming up for the much-anticipated movie 'Spirit', which has already created significant buzz. Prabhas will reportedly portray a police officer in the film, and Sandeep is currently busy with the pre-production work for the movie. Anyway, the filmmaker recently addressed comparisons between Spirit and Prabhas’s blockbuster 'Baahubali 2'.
'Pushpa 2: The Rule,' directed by Sukumar and starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, has grossed Rs. 1720 crore in four weeks. Rumors suggest an additional 15-20 minutes of footage may be added after Christmas or during its OTT release. The film's massive success, especially in the Hindi belt, continues to break records and captivate audiences.
Vicky Kaushal's film 'Chhaava' celebrates the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, highlighting his bravery and sacrifice. The story unfolds with Sambhaji Maharaj's capture by the Mughals in Sangameshwar, despite warnings to escape. Insights from local historian Sathish Lingayat emphasize Sambhaji Maharaj’s legacy and the historical significance of Sardesai Wada, calling for preservation of this heritage.
The title 'Parasakthi' has sparked controversy as Sivakarthikeyan's 25th film and Vijay Antony's 25th film share a similar title in Telugu. AVM Studios, the original title holder, clarified that Sivakarthikeyan's film had lawfully obtained the rights, while Vijay Antony provided evidence of prior registration with the South Indian Film Chamber of Commerce.
Deepika Padukone shared her experience of battling depression, emphasizing the crucial support from her mother, Ujjala Padukone. She highlighted the importance of seeking help and expressing feelings to cope with mental health issues, alongside maintaining a healthy lifestyle for sustained well-being.
Sonakshi Sinha, who tied the knot with Zaheer Iqbal in June 2024, recently shared her struggles with body image issues while growing up, revealing how she felt conscious wearing swimwear and why she avoids swimming in India. In an interview, Sonakshi admitted that she has always been wary of wearing swimwear, especially in public spaces.
Prithviraj Sukumaran, celebrating the success of L2 Empuraan, praised Priyanka Chopra's portrayal in Barfi! as one of Indian cinema's finest performances in 25 years. He emphasized her nuanced portrayal of Jhilmil, an autistic woman, deserved more recognition, despite Ranbir Kapoor’s acclaimed role. He also expressed admiration for SS Rajamouli's filmmaking12.
Many families evacuated their homes due to wildfires in Los Angeles, including Masaba Gupta's sister-in-law, Chinmaya Misra, whose Pacific Palisades home was destroyed. Gratitude for safety was expressed while urging support for a fundraiser started by Chinmaya's daughter. Several celebrities like Paris Hilton and Britney Spears also evacuated as the fire continued to spread.