Kim Sharma has revealed her early struggles in Bollywood, emphasizing her lack of industry knowledge and the challenges she faced adapting to its norms. She shared her experiences of gender discrimination, judgment, and networking pressures, highlighting her initial unawareness of the significance of her debut film, Mohabbatein.
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Vinay Sapru refrained from commenting on the ban of Pakistani artists in India, which followed the 2016 Uri attack, noting the decision likely had valid reasons. Previously successful Pakistani actors and singers in Bollywood faced restrictions, impacting cross-border collaborations. Harshvardhan Rane expressed gratitude for the renewed love for 'Sanam Teri Kasam', reflecting on its emotional significance.
During an interview, Bhumi Pednekar mistakenly confused two wedding rituals but quickly corrected herself. She emphasized the importance of modifying outdated practices and discussed her relationship preferences, highlighting the need for mutual respect and comfort. Bhumi also asserted her belief in monogamy.
Arjun Kapoor credits Salman Khan for his Bollywood career, highlighting Khan's audience-centric approach to filmmaking. Kapoor emphasizes Khan's dedication to mass entertainment through stage shows and "Bigg Boss," attributing this to his upbringing around renowned screenwriters Salim-Javed. He also defends Khan against "bully" accusations, describing him as a warm, fearless individual who takes time to open up.
In 2024, several high-profile celebrity couples announced their separations, including Hardik Pandya and Natasa Stankovic, A. R. Rahman and Saira Banu, Urmila Matondkar and Mohsin Akhtar Mir, Dhanush and Aishwarya Rajinikanth, and Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik, signaling significant personal changes in the entertainment industry.
The first hearing in the Blake Lively vs Justin Baldoni case revealed accusations from both sides regarding unfair tactics and reputational harm. Lively's lawyer criticised public remarks by Baldoni's team, while Baldoni's lawyer blamed Lively for publicising her complaints. The trial, scheduled for March 2026, might be advanced if both parties continue to influence the jury pool.
Ranveer Allahbadia faces backlash and legal action for an offensive comment on India's Got Latent. NHRC ordered removal of videos, citing "obscene remarks". An FIR was filed. Malini Awasthi expressed shock, calling it "dirt". Allahbadia apologized, but critics question ethical boundaries for influencers. Journalist and lyricist Neelesh Misra criticizes the lack of responsibility by such creators.
Shah Rukh Khan was visibly unhappy with the paparazzi for their insensitivity during Aryan Khan's drug case. Recently, SRK's smile and uncovered face at the airport suggest he may have moved past the media's negative portrayal of his family.
Pushpa 2 continues to perform well at the box office. The film earned over ₹12 crores in Kerala within a week. It collected ₹687 crores in India during the same period. The Hindi version alone contributed ₹398.1 crore. Other regions like Tamil Nadu and Karnataka also saw decent collections. The film received a 3.5-star rating from ETimes. Reviewers praised the technical aspects and performances but noted some flaws in the story and action sequences.
Renowned DJ and composer Aqeel recently reflected on some of the most high-profile weddings he has performed at. He recalled the grandeur of celebrity sangeet ceremonies while speaking about performing at Bollywood’s biggest weddings, including those of Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan, as well as Kareena Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan.