Veteran actor Makarand Deshpande recalls being surprised when he learned Aamir Khan was the lead in 1988's Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak, as Aamir had previously worked backstage in theater. Aamir's dedication and low-key nature contributed to the surprise. Kunickaa Sadanand and Sujata Mehta also shared instances highlighting Aamir’s commitment and hard work in his early career.
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Bollywood actress Mouni Roy experienced a fall while celebrating New Year's with her husband, Suraj Nambiar, and best friend, Disha Patani. Despite the mishap, Mouni was unharmed and continued the festivities. Fans shared mixed reactions, with concerns for her wellbeing expressed. Mouni's upcoming film, 'Salakaar,' and Disha's 'Welcome To The Jungle' and 'Malang 2' were also mentioned.
Priyadarshan, known for classics like Hera Pheri and Viraasat, discusses his filmmaking journey, career highs and lows, and the pressures to return for Hera Pheri 3. Despite initial reluctance, he addresses the challenges and creative disagreements during Hera Pheri’s production, emphasizing the stark contrasts between Bollywood and the South Indian film industry.
Shahid Kapoor reflects on his challenging phase in the industry with multiple flops until the film 'Vivah' with Amrita Rao, directed by Sooraj Barjatya, became a turning point. Despite past failures, Barjatya had faith in Shahid, leading 'Vivah' to become a major hit in 2006.
The release date for Tom Holland’s 'Spider-Man 4' has been delayed by a week to July 31, 2026, to create more space between his projects. This adjustment follows his other film, The Odyssey, set for release on July 17, 2026.
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees has requested the Maharashtra government to grant tax-free status to 'Chhaava', starring Vicky Kaushal, for its depiction of Sambhaji Maharaj's tale of bravery and sacrifice. The Mumbai Dabbawala Association also supports the plea, noting the film's accurate portrayal of Maratha history and its significance to their community.
Deva's Hindi debut directed by Rosshan Andrrews features Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde, earning Rs 11.37 crore in its opening weekend. The film follows ACP Dev Ambre, a hot-headed cop who loses his memory while investigating a murder. Despite mixed reviews, Shahid Kapoor's performance receives praise.
Filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya returns with 'Uunchai', an adventure drama starring Amitabh Bachchan. The film, which also features Anupam Kher and Neena Gupta, tells the story of elderly friends trekking to Everest's base camp. Barjatya faced anxiety while pitching the script to Bachchan. He also expressed guilt towards Hrithik, Abhishek, and Kareena from a previous film.
Priyanka Chopra's mother, Madhu Chopra, shared how Priyanka deals with tough times and bad break-ups by turning negative experiences into positive ones, mirroring her father’s approach. Priyanka, while capable of handling situations, would cut ties only when a relationship is irreparable, which rarely occurs.
Mika Singh accused Bipasha Basu of tantrums that inflated the budget of their film 'Dangerous' by Rs 10 crore. He claimed this mishap caused significant regret. Bipasha responded cryptically about toxicity and negativity, addressing Mika's claims indirectly with a social media post. She and co-star Karan Singh Grover are currently not working.