Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson debuted a dramatically leaner physique at the Venice Film Festival, shocking fans with his transformation. He shed approximately 60 pounds for his role as Mark Kerr in the biopic 'The Smashing Machine'. The physical change and Johnson's performance are already generating Oscar buzz, with Venice's artistic director praising his work.
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Producer Pahlaj Nihlani revealed that Govinda and Chunky Panday, once rivals, met for the first time at his home late at night. Their unexpected suggestion inspired a film idea. Nihlani shared that though he never befriended Govinda, mutual respect remains from their earlier interactions during Rangeela.
Director Arun Matheswaran, known for his raw and intense films like 'Rocky' and 'Captain Miller,' is reportedly collaborating with Lokesh Kanagaraj. Kanagaraj, a long-time admirer of Matheswaran's bold storytelling, will star in a 'Devdas'-inspired film penned by Matheswaran. This project marks Kanagaraj's debut as a lead actor, with an official announcement expected after the release of Kanagaraj’s directorial 'Coolie'.
Vicky Kaushal's dedication to his roles is evident in his transformation for 'Chaava,' where he gained 25 kilos to portray Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. Despite his naturally fast metabolism, which allows him to lose weight even while eating junk food, he had to follow a strict diet and workout regimen to bulk up for the part.
Two years after his separation from Bollywood actress Esha Deol, businessman Bharat Takhtani has moved on in his personal life and seems to have found new love again. Bharat has now seemingly confirmed his relationship with entrepreneur Meghna Lakhani, making it Instagram official with cosy holiday pictures from Madrid, Spain.
Dominic Arun's 'Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra,' starring Kalyani Priyadarshan and Naslen, has dominated the box office, earning Rs 13.95 crore domestically in three days. The film's Malayalam version saw impressive occupancy, particularly during night shows. Filmmaker Nag Ashwin of 'Kalki 2898 AD' praised the superhero film and its team on social media, acknowledging their efforts.
Janhvi Kapoor is considering starring in the remake of her mother Sridevi's iconic film 'Chaalbaaz'. While keen on the project, she is also cautious about taking on such a significant role, not wanting to appear as if she's exploiting her mother's legacy. Janhvi is expected to make a final decision by the end of September.
HUNTR/X's 'Golden,' from the Netflix film 'KPop Demon Hunters,' maintains its No. 1 spot on the UK Singles Chart for a fourth week. The fictional K-pop group's music gains real-world success through soundtrack releases and social media buzz. The song's popularity is fueled by the film's viewership, strategic playlisting, and community engagement.
Janhvi Kapoor recently made a rather personal revelation on The Great Indian Kapil Show while promoting her latest film Param Sundari with Sidharth Malhotra. Known for being candid and playful, the actress spoke about wanting to have three children in the future, and her reasoning had both the audience and her co-stars in splits.
Neha Kakkar once auditioned for 'Indian Idol'. Judges like Anu Malik, Farah Khan, and Sonu Nigam were not impressed. Anu Malik even slapped himself. Years later, Neha found success with 'Second Hand Jawaani'. She then delivered many hits. Songs like 'Kaala Chashma' and 'Dilbar' made her famous. She became a household name in Bollywood.