Samay Raina's India's Got Latent 2 has taken the top spot on Ormax Media's mid-year streaming report with an estimated 38.5 million viewers. The show's second season premiered last month and has surpassed Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar, which secured the fourth spot with 35.2 million viewers. This marks a significant comeback for Raina's stand-up comedy show.
Mick Jagger and The Rolling Stones have released their 25th album, Foreign Tongues, which features a vintage sound with a mix of blues and country influences. The album was recorded in a short time with great enthusiasm, showcasing the band's work ethic and love of music. Jagger believes that making well-rounded music that's played without mistakes is key to creating a timeless sound.
Swara Bhasker, an Indian actor, has spoken out about the silence from Bollywood regarding Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike. The strike, which is in protest of the government's handling of education and the environment, has drawn national attention. Bhasker emphasized that the cause is bigger than celebrity endorsements and that people should not rely on them to validate important issues.
OMG 2 producer Ashwin Varde has denied Paresh Rawal's claims of not receiving credit for the film's story and idea. Rawal had alleged that he was not given due credit for the spiritual sequel to the 2012 original Oh My God. Ashwin Varde has stated that Paresh Rawal was given due credit as a producer in OMG-2 despite making zero contribution to the film.
Aamir Khan recently denied knowing climate activist Sonam Wangchuk during the filming of 3 Idiots. However, a viral video has resurfaced showing Sonam speaking about meeting Aamir in 2008. Sonam claims Aamir discussed a movie idea with him about the Siachen conflict.
Amit Rai has denied Paresh Rawal's claims of not receiving credit for the idea of OMG 2. The director of the film has questioned the basis of Paresh's allegations, stating that he needs to answer first. Amit has also compared the film's production to raising a child, emphasizing his role as the creator and producer.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu and her husband Raj Nidimoru celebrated an intimate baby shower with close family and friends. The actress is set to welcome her first child after a successful year in her personal and professional life. Samantha's latest film, Maa Inti Bangaaram, has become a major box office success.
Christopher Nolan's movie adaptation of Homer's 'The Odyssey' has sparked a surge in readership, with many fans rushing to read the epic poem before watching the film. The University of Pennsylvania's Emily Wilson translation has seen a significant increase in sales, according to publisher W.W. Norton.
Dilip Joshi has dismissed reports of his exit from the popular Indian sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. The show has been on air for nearly 18 years and has completed over 4,750 episodes. Joshi has expressed concern over the spread of baseless stories online and has urged media outlets to verify information before publishing.
Gauahar Khan questioned Mini Mathur's role as Ace in the reality show Alliance, accusing her of unfair gameplay. Khan believes Mathur was favoring Nikhil Chinapa's team, putting her husband Zaid Darbar at a disadvantage. The show's rules are also being questioned, with Khan urging the makers to ensure the game is played fairly.
