Neena Gupta says older actors are plagued by ego and insecurity, making collaboration difficult. She prefers working with younger performers who are less sensitive to criticism. The comments come as she promotes her new Netflix series Chumbak, starring a cast 20 years her junior.
A video of Ranveer Singh on the Pralay set shows him with a beard and long hair, hinting at a physically demanding part. He is seen carrying a child while walking with co‑actors, adding to the film’s survival‑themed vibe. The film, directed by Jai Mehta, is a joint venture with Birla Studios, True Story Films and Maa Kasam Films.
The 72nd National Film Awards will be held in Kevadia, Gujarat, on September 22, breaking a long Delhi tradition. President Droupadi Murmu will present the trophies, marking a significant change in venue. The ceremony follows the announcement of winners earlier this year, including best feature film and acting honors.
Raj Kapoor’s 1951 film Awara, directed at age 27, earned over ₹15 crore worldwide, equivalent to roughly ₹2000 crore today. The film dominated the box office, holding India’s highest‑grossing title for nine years. Awara also competed at Cannes, marking a rare international accolade for Bollywood then.
Sanjeev Sanyal, a member of the Prime Minister’s Economic Advisory Council, praised the Dhurandhar films for their storytelling and box‑office success. He noted the franchise crossed ₹1,000 crore domestically and earned over ₹3,000 crore worldwide. Sanyal urged viewers to choose films they enjoy, saying if you dislike Dhurandhar, simply skip it.
Aasif Khan, known for his role in Panchayat, entered Bigg Boss 20 but had previously denied the show in a 2024 interview. The clip resurfaced after his house entry, revealing his stance on ‘off‑camera acting’. Fans and social media users shared the video, sparking debate over his decision.
Samvritha Sunil is back in Malayalam cinema after a long break, set to lead Shahid Arafath’s latest project. The untitled film, a joint venture by Navarasa Films and Stone Bench Studios, premiered its launch ceremonies on Tuesday and marks a second collaboration after last year’s horror‑comedy "Prakambanam". She joins a cast that includes Dileesh Pothan, Alphonse Puthren, and others in key roles.
A second post‑credits scene was filmed for Mirzapur: The Movie but was removed before release to reserve it for the upcoming sequel. The original ending shows Guddu, Munna and Bablu in a salon, hinting at a future clash. The decision reflects the creators’ plan to build suspense for Part 2.
Mahhi Vij declared Bigg Boss 20 a ‘divorcee special’ after her own split, saying the show marks her second innings. She tried to pry into Isha Rikhi and Mary Kom’s divorces, but both refused to discuss the topic. The drama unfolded on Day 1, with contestants sparking heated debates and forming new bonds.
Aishwarya Lekshmi says the trolling after the 2023 film ‘King of Kotha’ hurt her reputation and made Malayalam filmmakers hesitant to cast her. She admitted that negative comments about her performance and dialogue delivery affected her confidence. The backlash also caused her to pull out of a Dulquer Salmaan ad during Onam, fearing further backlash.
The 72nd National Film Awards will take place in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, on September 22, marking the first time the ceremony leaves Delhi. President Droupadi Murmu is slated to hand out the honours, a historic shift from the usual venue. The event will showcase winners such as Article 370 and actors Yami Gautam, Mammootty, and Kartik Aaryan.
Angelina Jolie unexpectedly visited a boxing gym in Kharkiv, Ukraine, with her son Knox, amid daily Russian missile attacks. The Spadkoyemets club owner reported the surprise visit and shared photos of the family training with local fighters. The actress, a former UN envoy, has visited the war‑torn city twice since 2022.
Actress Nora Fatehi has been sued by Dunes Aviation for Rs 3 crore after she called a chartered Cessna Citation CJ2 a “toy” and “Lego airplane” in Instagram videos. The company claims the posts reached 4.6 crore followers and caused a 15‑20% drop in bookings. A hearing is set for September 25 before Senior Civil Judge R Agarwal.
Shiv Sagar, grandson of Ramanand Sagar, says Ranbir Kapoor’s past roles make him unsuitable as Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana. He believes a new actor would better fit the character’s purity. Despite his view, he acknowledges audience opinion will decide the film’s success.
Actor Rajesh Sharma denies any insect bite during the filming of Prabhas’s Fauzi in Hyderabad, insisting that the infection stemmed from a pre‑existing skin condition on his leg. He said the problem worsened after he returned to Kolkata, where high diabetes levels aggravated the infection. Sharma is now recovering and plans to resume shooting soon.
Rajesh Sharma says his recent hospitalisation was due to a severe infection linked to long‑standing diabetes, not an insect bite. He claims the alleged bite story was false and that the incident happened after returning to Kolkata, not on the Prabhas set. Sharma is now recovering and hopes to resume work soon.
Bollywood actor Rahul Roy said he is earning between ₹2 lakh and ₹4 lakh by dancing at weddings to stay afloat after a 2020 brain stroke. He revealed that the last five years were a break, with no work, and he now seeks more roles. Roy also disclosed a long‑running ₹30 lakh legal case and a divorce that forced him to transfer assets.
Veteran filmmaker R Sarath passed away at 65 after a long battle with illness. His debut film “Sayahnam” won the Indira Gandhi Award and seven Kerala State Film Awards in 2000. He also earned international acclaim with “The Desire: A Journey of a Woman” and tackled issues like the Bhopal tragedy in “Burial of Dreams.”
The Malayalam comeback has surpassed ₹20 crore after five days, despite a 65% plunge on Monday. The film’s total collections now trail rivals Khalifa: The Ruler and Bethlehem Kudumba Unit. Occupancy fell sharply from 36.6% to 17.7% across 2,610 shows.
Parvathy clarified that her recent Instagram unfollow of director Geetu Mohandas was not personal. She accused the move of being part of a broader effort to pit women against each other. The actress urged that Geetu’s film Toxic stand on its own without gossip.
