The entertainment world is abuzz with major developments! Amidst AR Rahman’s health crisis, Saira Rahman has requested not to be referred to as his ‘ex-wife.’ Meanwhile, Virat Kohli has opened up about his retirement plans with Anushka Sharma, hinting at a future filled with travel. In a major Bollywood shake-up, Rakesh Roshan has stepped down as the director of ‘Krrish 4,’ stating it’s time to pass the baton. Here’s a roundup of the top five entertainment stories that have everyone talking!
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Bollywood and cricket fans eagerly await the Yuvraj Singh biopic, with actor Siddhant Chaturvedi hinting at playing the lead role. The film, produced by T-Series, will highlight key moments of Yuvraj's career, including his six sixes in the 2007 T20 World Cup and his battle with personal challenges.
Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna critiqued Akshay Kumar's recent film choices, suggesting a return to action roles. Khanna revealed he pitched a project to Akshay, who declined, citing a period of bad luck. Despite past collaborations, Khanna advised Akshay to embrace "fighter" roles, aligning with his established on-screen persona and audience expectations.
YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia and his girlfriend were rescued from drowning in Goa by an IPS officer and his IRS wife. While swimming, they were caught in an underwater current and struggled to stay afloat. The experience left them feeling grateful and more appreciative of life.
Debutants Rasha Thadani and Amaan Devgan’s Azaad struggles at the box office, collecting Rs 7.06 crore so far. The film faced stiff competition from Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency and Akshay Kumar's Sky Force. Weak storytelling and a crowded release schedule have been blamed for its poor performance. Amaan will next star in Jhalak, a horror-comedy.
Kim Sharma, widely recognised for her roles in 'Mohabbatein' (2000) and 'Tum Se Achcha Kaun Hai' (2002), has played a pivotal role in shaping the internet persona of the popular social media figure, Orry, also known as Orhan Awatramani. She has now referred to Orry as one of the most successful social experiments in recent times.
Pradeep Ranganathan's latest film ‘Dragon’ has garnered a net collection of ₹ 54.15 Cr in India over 8 days, with consistent contributions from Tamil and Telugu audiences. Despite fluctuating weekday earnings, the movie has maintained steady business, benefiting from positive reviews and rising occupancy rates, especially in Tamil markets.
Varun Dhawan's Baby John struggles at the box office, collecting only Rs 36.40 crore compared to blockbusters like Pushpa 2 and Mufasa. Despite director Atlee's high expectations, the film faced poor footfalls and show reductions. Plans for a Bhediya sequel featuring Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon have been announced, set for August 2026 release.
Saqib Saleem identifies as an "evolving feminist," acknowledging he may never fully understand women's challenges but is committed to learning. His co-star Saba Azad emphasized that believing in gender equality makes one a feminist. Saqib believes men can be allies by listening and not making decisions based on gender.
Bipasha Basu and John Abraham's breakup after a 9-year relationship left fans devastated. Bipasha mentioned feeling abandoned and went through immense pain when they parted ways.
She added, "What they’re actually doing is curating and becoming part and parcel of the profits and business of the film. Technically, they aren’t the producers. They shouldn’t be going up on the stage and collecting those awards. People involved with marketing, taking the film from the producers – after it’s ready – to festivals and lobbying, get credit for the film, which they haven’t even partaken in