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In a recent Instagram story, Gauahar Khan extended her support to Vishal Pandey, who is currently embroiled in a heated controversy on Bigg Boss OTT 3. Gauahar questioned the fairness of the backlash Vishal faced for complimenting Armaan Malik's second wife, Kritika Malik. She wrote, “Toh kya married logon ko sundar bolna bhi gunah hai!!!!! Kuch bhi. (Is it a crime to call married people beautiful. Doesn’t make sense).” Gauahar's comment reflects her disbelief at the situation and emphasizes that appreciating someone's beauty should not be considered offensive.

The viral video incident

The incident began when a video showing Vishal and fellow contestant Luv Kataria making jokes about Kritika’s gym clothes went viral. In the clip, Kritika and Armaan are seen working out in the garden gym area while Vishal and Luv sit nearby. Vishal comments, “Bhaiya Bhagyashaali (Lucky brother),” referring to Armaan, to which Luv responds, “Main samajh gaya (I understood everything).” The conversation escalates with Vishal telling Luv to stay quiet, hinting at impropriety, which Luv acknowledges with embarrassment.

Payal Malik's accusations and Armaan's reaction

Adding to the tension, Armaan Malik's first wife, Payal Malik, claimed on the show that Vishal had admitted to liking Kritika and later regretting his feelings. This disclosure led to a confrontation where Anil Kapoor and Armaan reprimanded Vishal, who denied the accusations. Armaan’s frustration peaked when Vishal asked Luv to repeat his words about Kritika, prompting Armaan to slap Vishal. The altercation was intense, and other housemates had to step in to prevent further escalation.

Anil Kapoor's role as host

This season of Bigg Boss OTT marks Anil Kapoor's debut as the show's host, replacing Salman Khan, who had other professional commitments. The star-studded cast, including Shivani Kumari, Sai Ketan Rao, Sana Makbul, Ranvir Shorey, and Deepak Chaurasia, adds to the drama and excitement of the show. Anil Kapoor's presence has brought a fresh dynamic to the series, but the controversies continue to stir the pot among the contestants.

The ongoing drama

As tensions remain high in the Bigg Boss OTT 3 house, the incident involving Armaan Malik and Vishal Pandey has divided fans and viewers. With Gauahar Khan's support for Vishal and ongoing conflicts among contestants, the show promises more drama and unexpected twists. The reactions from housemates and the public will undoubtedly shape the narrative as the season progresses, keeping the audience hooked to the unfolding events.

The latest controversy on Bigg Boss OTT 3 has not only stirred emotions within the house but also among the viewers and former contestants like Gauahar Khan. Her support for Vishal Pandey adds another layer to the complex dynamics of the show, highlighting how a single incident can spark widespread debate and division.

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Mrunal Thakur, who played Divya, a pregnant girl in Kalki 2898 AD, reported being 'blown away by the visuals' and praised director Nag Ashwin for "bringing this masterpiece to life."

She wrote, "What a film!!!  Absolutely blown away by the visuals of #Kalki2898AD. The entire team has done a stellar job on this film!!

From the cast to the sets, to the music, to the VFX, the costumes everything is just so well done! @nag_ashwin Garu hats off to you for your vision and for bringing this masterpiece to life."

Further appreciating Amitabh Bachchan, she wrote, "@amitabhbachchan Sir you truly are the shahenshah!!! Your performance as Ashwathama is just phenomenal, I'm still in awe with how you commanded each scene!!!."

Mrunal mention for Deepika Padukone, "@deepikapadukone you've brought Sumati to life with such grace and I loveee your presence on screen, you've done such a fab job."

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Mrunal spoke on Prabhas' performance in the film, "@actorprabhas garu where to even begin, you've really knocked it out of the park! Love every aspect of your role and the finesse with which you played bhairava. My favorite part is your dynamic bond with Bujji @keerthysureshofficial, it's waaaay too cute. I loved it."

The actress also praised Kamal Haasan, "@ikamalhaasan sir you're just INCREDIBLE, and I'm eagerly waiting for part 2".

"It's so heartwarming to see one of our films make waves on the global front, @vyjayanthimovies @swapnacinema @swapnaduttchalasani @priyankacdutt and #AshwiniDutt sir, congrats on this masterpiece and @nag_ashwin Garu I'm so glad to be a small part of this majestic and glorious universe", she added."

Apart from Mrunal Thakur and Vijay Deverakonda, SS Rajamouli and Ram Gopal Varma made guest appearances in Kalki 2898 AD. The film is now showing well in theatres and has earned more than Rs 500 crore at the domestic box office in just 11 days of release.

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Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding, which is considered to be one of the biggest weddings in Asia, will be held on July 13. Ahead of the big day, the celebrations kicked off almost a week prior starting with the sangeet ceremony. Needless to say, the evening was filled with memorable performances not only from popular Indian artists but the cherry on the cake was the extensive private concert of Justin Bieber – one of the biggest American pop idols, who specifically arrived to the city of dreams Mumbai for the sangeet night performance.

Justin Bieber drops unseen photos with Ambani family and from the concert

While many videos from the Bieber concert were shared online by guests, fans and the musician himself, Justin also dropped some cute unseen photos he shared with the star couple of the evening – Anant Ambani and his bride-to-be Radhika Merchant along with photos from the concert.

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The musical evening also saw other performances

From rapper Badshah performing on chartbusters to Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt grooving on stage to Bollywood numbers, many Indian artists too put up a great show for the sangeet ceremony. In fact, a team of live Dhol performers were also a part of this ceremony which resulted many stars like Ranveer Singh, Salman Khan, Arjun Kapoor, and others setting the dance floor on fire with their impromptu moves.

Also Read: Justin Bieber puts up a rocking performance at Anant Ambani’s sangeet; Alaviaa Jaaferi gives a tight hug to the pop-singer on stage

Ahead of her big Bollywood debut, Rasha Thadani seems to be enjoying her life as she has set out to explore Paris. The soon-to-be debutant actress recently shared her excitement about shooting for an ad with her social media followers, after which, she has now posted pictures from her recent visit to France.

Rasha Thadani’s Parisian tales

Readers would be aware that Rasha Thadani enjoys a massive fan following on social media even before she made her debut. The newbie recently treated them to her vacay shenanigans as she visited the Eiffel Tower and other interesting locations in Paris. Her chic look in black tee and matching black bottoms and sunglasses has definitely left fashion critics impressed too. Many of them took to the platform to shower appreciation on Rasha and shared their comments on the post by dropping heart and fire emojis. “B e a u t y in black”, said one of the users whereas another one added, “Amazing Beauty”. While the comments continued to pour in, some of them even shared a warm welcome message since she was in France.

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About Rasha Thadani

Born to popular 90s diva Raveena Tandon, Rasha Thadani shared a keen interest in acting ever since her childhood. In an interview with Cosmopolitan India, she had said, “I think I always knew. You know, when people started asking me in school ‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’...I would watch my mom and think: ‘That’s what I want to be’. But, I never said it out loud, because I wasn’t sure of how I’d feel about admitting it”. Rasha is expected to make her debut with an untitled Abhishek Kapoor film which also marks the debut of Ajay Devgn’s nephew Aaman Devgan.

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It is a known fact that audiences are eagerly anticipating to see what the third installment of this horror comedy franchise holds in store for them since it not only boasts for some intriguing terror scenes but also an extensive ensemble cast. The latest update was that the film will be shot in Madhya Pradesh after the team completed a major schedule in Kolkata. Now, Kartik has shared some photos, not from the sets of the film, but from the streets of MP where he is indulging in street food.

Kartik Aaryan is ‘chaat-ing’

Kartik is currently shooting in the town Orchha which boasts of several havelis and palatial places where his film Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is expected to be shot. The actor, who is riding high on the appreciation and praises coming his way for Chandu Champion, took to social media to share a few photos where he is seen indulging in some chaat on the streets. While he was enjoying this special chaat from a cart down the street, many people surrounded him and some even clicked photos and selfies with the star. He posted these photos on his Instagram page saying, “Just Chaat-ing”.

Amid many fans who dropped comments on the post, were also some of his colleagues who posted their comments too. It was the last photo in the series which caught many of their attention, wherein a cow’s expression resembled a face savoring food emoji. Actress Sonam Bajwa commented on the pic saying, “Last picture is me”. Navneet Kaur Dhillon also appreciated the timing in the last photo and added, “Last photo ???????? perfect timing ??”

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About Kartik Aaryan’s Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3

The film will mark the return of Aaryan’s avatar Rooh Baba along with Triptii Dimri playing the leading lady this time. It will also feature Vidya Balan in a key role and we hear that Madhuri Dixit has a special appearance too. Directed by Anees Bazmee and produced by T-Series, the film is expected to release around Diwali this year.

Also Read: Kartik Aaryan reveals he almost faced a drastic eye injury due to an explosion during the shoot of Chandu Champion

Bhai and Thala seem to be setting social media on fire as audiences caught a glimpse of their friendship. For the unversed Former Indian Captain and cricket legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni turned a year older on Sunday, July 7. On the occasion of his birthday eve, his good friend and Bollywood megastar Salman Khan hosted an intimate bash with only a few close ones around for the cricket star and also shared about the moment on social media.

Salman Khan plans a cake-cutting ceremony for MS Dhoni

While both men are known for their strong personas, fans were thrilled to see the camaraderie between the two. Khan, who rarely shares details of his private life on social media, took to X, aka Twitter, to share this special photo with Dhoni wherein the latter is seen cutting the cake at Salman’s residence Galaxy Apartments in Bandra, Mumbai. It is being said that Dhoni was also accompanied by his wife Sakshi. Salman captioned the pic saying, “Happy Birthday Kaptaan Sahab! @msdhoni”.

Happy Birthday Kaptaan Sahab!@msdhoni pic.twitter.com/2bjCTNWRil — Salman Khan (@BeingSalmanKhan) July 6, 2024

Meanwhile, another video of the cake cutting ceremony also surfaced on the platform where the former cricketer is seen cutting three different cakes and he fed one of them to Sakshi. The latter jokingly touched his feet while Thala pretended to give her his blessings. The funny video won many likes and hearts of fans.

MS Dhoni celebrating his 43rd birthday with Sakshi. ❤️⭐#HappyBirthdayDhoni pic.twitter.com/fC1ExC8mMX — Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 6, 2024

About Salman Khan

Talking about Khan’s work commitments, the superstar is currently shooting for his highly-awaited film Sikandar which was announced in Eid this year. The film will mark his first onscreen collaboration with actress Rashmika Mandanna and is directed by A R Murugadoss along with Sajid Nadiadwala producing it. It is expected to release in cinemas during Eid 2025.

Also Read: Salman Khan sets the stage on fire at Anant Ambani’s sangeet with electrifying performance, Ranveer Singh dances to No Entry track

The month of May brought some relief to the exhibitors thanks to the Rajkummar Rao-starrer Srikanth. It was one of the few major releases of the month and did exceptionally well in cinemas. It also made its director Tushar Hiranandani someone to watch out for. It has now come to light that Tushar has already moved on to his next project. As per a source, he is reshooting certain portions of the Vikrant Massey-starrer The Sabarmati Report.

A source told Bollywood Hungama, “The film is not going for a massive reshoot. The producers felt that some scenes could come out strongly and also, they thought of roping in Tushar Hiranandani for the reshoot. The actors, too, readily came on board.”

In April 2024, Bollywood Hungama reported that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) had expressed reservations that certain moments in the film could hurt the sentiments of a section of the moviegoers and hence, the makers had toyed with the idea of reshooting the film. The source, however, has no information on whether the film is being reshot for this reason or some other factor.

Back then, Bollywood Hungama was the first one to report that The Sabarmati Report wouldn’t be able to make it in cinemas on May 3. This was a time when the Lok Sabha Elections were going on and besides objections to some scenes, the CBFC also feared that it might violate the model code of conduct as laid down by the Election Commission of India.

Besides Vikrant Massey, The Sabarmati Report also stars Raashii Khanna and Ridhi Dogra. It is a political thriller about two reporters investigating the burning of the Sabarmati Express at Godhra on February 27, 2002. It is produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R Kapoor, Amul V Mohan and Anshul Mohan and directed by Ranjan Chandel.

Also Read: BREAKING: The Sabarmati Report delayed due to Censor issues; expected to release after the Lok Sabha Elections 2024

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant hosted  an amazing sangeet ceremony before their big wedding, which was attended by a slew of celebrity guests. Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor also attended the star-studded event.

Twinning in identical black traditional clothes, the couple halted and posed for the cameras before stepping inside for the main ceremony. They were accompanied by Alia's sister, Shaheen Bhatt.

Aditya Roy Kapur, Ranbir's co-star in Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, was also spotted posing with the trip on the red carpet. Aditya looked handsome in his navy blue traditional attire.

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Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt rocked the stage with their exciting performance. Ranbir Kapoor and Akash Ambani are childhood friends, and their bond was clear when the two danced with Alia Bhatt during Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchnat's sangeet ceremony. A brief clip of the trio's dance is making the rounds on the internet, in which they can be seen dancing their hearts out to the rhythms of the song Show Me The Thumka from the film Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar.

In the video, boys let Alia take centre stage as they danced along to the hit music. Ranbir and Akash hyped up Alia, as she stole the show with her dazzling dances. The boys eventually joined her, and the trio wowed the audience with their thumkas.

???? Show me the Thumka ft Ranbir Kapoor and his bestie Akash Ambani #RanbirKapoor #AkashAmbani #Tjmm pic.twitter.com/XP2OAX2k9n — Spirit????????‍↕️ (@Crown_Kapoor) July 5, 2024

Alia Bhatt looked stunning in a black mermaid-cut lehenga with silver and gold threadwork throughout. The lehenga had fish-cut embellishments, whilst the choli had a sweetheart neckline and strappy sleeves.

Ranbir, on the other hand, looked dapper in a black kurta-pyjama pair with silver button detailing.

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Bollywood actor Salman Khan received the loudest cheers when he performed alongside groom-to-be Anant Ambani during the latter's wedding sangeet in Mumbai on Friday evening. At the ceremony, the duo played Salman's hit song 'Aisa Pehli Baar Hua Hai'. Anant, the son of Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and wife Nita Ambani, is expected to marry Radhika Merchant next week. Ahead of Anant's wedding, the Ambanis held a magnificent sangeet at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC), which was attended by numerous Bollywood A-listers.

In a video shared by Viral Bhayani, Anant can be seen mimicking Salman's hook step on 'Aisa Pehli Baar Hua Hai' while the audience goes crazy. Salman looked smart in a black tuxedo, while Anant was stunning in a blue shimmering kurta and silver jacket.

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In an Instagram video, Ranveer Singh was seen dancing to Salman's No Entry title song. He danced on stage while wearing a silver-colored half-sleeve vest, jeans and trainers. The actor also donned black shades. Deepika Padukone, was seen walking in the crowd in another clip. For the event, Deepika wore a purple and silver saree.

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Mukesh and Nita Ambani recently hosted a mass wedding for the needy on July 2 at Swami Vivekanand Vidyamandir in Palghar as part of their wedding festivities. On July 3, the Ambanis hosted a stunning Mameru ceremony, which is a Gujarati wedding ritual in which the bride's maternal uncle (mama) visits her with sweets and presents.

The major festivities will begin on July 12 with the auspicious Shubh Vivah (wedding ceremony). According to reports, visitors are invited to get into the spirit of the occasion by dressed in traditional Indian costume. The festivities will continue on Saturday, July 13, with Shubh Aashirwad. The last celebration, Mangal Utsav, or wedding reception, is slated for Sunday, July 14.

Also Read : Salman Khan gives thumbs up to Vicky Kaushal’s new song ‘Tauba Tauba’: “Great moves” 

Bollywood actor Salman Khan received the loudest cheers when he performed alongside groom-to-be Anant Ambani during the latter's wedding sangeet in Mumbai on Friday evening. At the ceremony, the duo played Salman's hit song 'Aisa Pehli Baar Hua Hai'. Anant, the son of Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and wife Nita Ambani, is expected to marry Radhika Merchant next week. Ahead of Anant's wedding, the Ambanis held a magnificent sangeet at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC), which was attended by numerous Bollywood A-listers.

In a video shared by Viral Bhayani, Anant can be seen mimicking Salman's hook step on 'Aisa Pehli Baar Hua Hai' while the audience goes crazy. Salman looked smart in a black tuxedo, while Anant was stunning in a blue shimmering kurta and silver jacket.

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In an Instagram video, Ranveer Singh was seen dancing to Salman's No Entry title song. He danced on stage while wearing a silver-colored half-sleeve vest, jeans and trainers. The actor also donned black shades. Deepika Padukone, was seen walking in the crowd in another clip. For the event, Deepika wore a purple and silver saree.

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Mukesh and Nita Ambani recently hosted a mass wedding for the needy on July 2 at Swami Vivekanand Vidyamandir in Palghar as part of their wedding festivities. On July 3, the Ambanis hosted a stunning Mameru ceremony, which is a Gujarati wedding ritual in which the bride's maternal uncle (mama) visits her with sweets and presents.

The major festivities will begin on July 12 with the auspicious Shubh Vivah (wedding ceremony). According to reports, visitors are invited to get into the spirit of the occasion by dressed in traditional Indian costume. The festivities will continue on Saturday, July 13, with Shubh Aashirwad. The last celebration, Mangal Utsav, or wedding reception, is slated for Sunday, July 14.

Also Read : Salman Khan gives thumbs up to Vicky Kaushal’s new song ‘Tauba Tauba’: “Great moves” 

Isha Ambani Piramal, Anant Ambani's sister, wore an attire inspired by the ancient Gujarati style of Bandhani to Radhika Merchant's 'mameru' ceremony on July 3. Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's pre-wedding festivities began with a ceremony at the Ambani house in Mumbai.

Isha looked stunning in an Arpita Mehta-designed orange ruffle saree at the occasion. The bandhani ensemble was decorated with mirror, thread, and cut danna hand embroidery, and the gold blouse matched the saree nicely.

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Arpita Mehta stated in an Instagram post about Isha's attire, “The ever so lovely Isha Ambani Piramal in our custom look which is a tribute to the ancient Gujarati art of Bandhani, with its exquisite bandhs and intricate designs. We’ve incorporated our signature mirror, thread and cut danna hand embroidery to craft motifs that celebrate the beauty and craftsmanship of this traditional Indian art form in our classic signature tier ruffle sari. By blending modern style with timeless tradition, we aim to showcase the splendour of Bandhani in a fresh and endearing way.”

Isha paired her outfit with traditional jewelry, including a maang-teeka, thick jhumkas, and a necklace.

The 'mameru' ceremony, which is an important part of Gujarati weddings, represents the couple's blessings and well-wishes from the groom's maternal family. It also included the presentation of 'mameru', a traditional collection of presents from the groom's maternal uncles and family.

On June 29, before the 'mameru' ritual, the Ambanis held a private puja ceremony at their Mumbai home, Antilia.

Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani will marry on July 12 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai.

Also Read : Isha Ambani’s sartorial symphony: From 8.31 lakh worth Christian Dior gown to Rs. 4.3 lakh worth Giambattista Valli dress, a look at her stunning outfits from the Ambani cruise bash

Actor Huma Qureshi has come on board to headline the upcoming investigative police procedural drama Bayaan, award-winning producer Shiladitya Bora announced on Friday. Developed at Film Independent, Los Angeles, Bayaan will be helmed by writer-director Bikas Mishra, best known for his acclaimed feature film Chauranga.

Also starring actors Chandrachur Singh and Sachin Khedekar, Bayaan is set to begin production in Rajasthan, this month. The film is jointly produced by Shiladitya Bora (Platoon One Films), Madhu Sharma (Summit Studios), Kunal Kumar, and Anshuman Singh.

The drama is set against the ravishing landscape of Rajasthan and follows the story of a father-daughter duo. "Roohi, a female detective, is sent to a small town in Rajasthan to probe the first case of her career as a lead investigator. She is, however, doomed to fail as her opponent’s influence runs deep within the system. Roohi must strive to live up to her father’s legacy, who is a legend in the world of law enforcement," the logline reads.

The film is supported by the International Film Festival Rotterdam’s Hubert Bals Fund and was developed at LA Residency, a part of the Global Media Makers (GMM) program of Film Independent, Los Angeles. During the course of the residency, Bikas was mentored by Craig Mazin (creator of HBO’s Chernobyl, The Last of Us, Hangover 2 and 3) and received advice on the script from writer Jeff Stockwell and story editor Ruth Atkinson.

"The sheer passion of the director-producer duo, Bikas and Shiladitya, moved me," actor Huma Qureshi said about signing Bayaan.

"Collaborating with such dedicated professionals, who care deeply about filmmaking, is truly exciting. It's a rare combination: a fantastic script, a talented crew, and their complete dedication to their work. Their energy is infectious. I'm excited about Bayaan!" said Qureshi, known for titles like Anurag Kashyap's Gangs of Wasseypur and the Netflix Original Monica O My Darling.

Bikas Mishra, known for his debut feature Chauranga, which won the Grand Jury Prize at the Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles in 2015 and was declared Best Indian Feature at the Mumbai Film Festival (MAMI) in 2014, said, "I feel humbled by the unconditional support Bayaan has received from Shiladitya and Huma. Having assembled the best cast and crew, there is no stopping now. We are going to make a film that will speak to the world, to tell a story we care a great deal about."

Producer Shiladitya Bora said a film like Bayaan perfectly aligned with the vision of his production house. "As a producer, I'm always looking for that one script that will be a breakout film for everyone involved. My job is to back the director's vision and empower him to create a film that will take us places. Huma's backing reaffirms my faith in the project."

Producer Shiladitya Bora has earlier backed projects such as Newton (India’s Official Entry to the 2018 Oscars), and Picasso (Prime Video India's first Marathi direct-to-digital acquisition). His banner, Platoon One Films, is a leading Indian independent film production house that was behind last year’s Berlin Panorama selection Ghaath.

Bayaan boasts a talented crew; three of them, the director, producer, and cinematographer, are alumni of the prestigious Berlinale Talents. Udit Khurana (Ghaath, Netflix’s Hunt for Veerappan) will shoot the film, while Vinay Vishwakarma (Disney-Hotstar's Candy) will serve as the production designer, and Shilpi Agarwal (Prasanna Vithanage’s Paradise, Netflix’s Indian Predator: Murder in a Courtroom) will serve as the costume designer. Location sound will be done by Amala Popuri (Ghajini, Trial By Fire). The casting is put together by Casting Director Rahul Tanwar. Ashok Sen (Newton, Raazi) will be the First AD, Ratan Sil Sarma will be the Head of Production, with Himanshu Malik as Executive Producer.

The film will also showcase many acclaimed actors in pivotal roles, including Avijit Dutt (Piku), Shampa Mandal (Sonchiriya, Sherni), Priti Shukla, Vibhor Mayank and Aditi Kanchan Singh.

Also Read: Huma Qureshi pens heartfelt note for her Double XL co-stars Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal after their wedding

Shah Rukh Khan expressed his pleasure and joy after witnessing Team India's triumphant parade in Mumbai following their T20 World Cup success. The Indian cricket team won the title in an exciting final match against South Africa on Saturday in Barbados.

The Indian squad celebrated their victory with great zeal at Wankhede Stadium after receiving a grand welcome.

Tens of thousands of ecstatic fans lined Marine Drive before converging at Wankhede to cheer on Team India, producing spectacular and emotional scenes in Mumbai. Following a magnificent roadshow, the squad was honoured by BCCI authorities and given a cheque for Rs 125 crore. Skipper Rohit Sharma and ace player Virat Kohli led the team in an energetic dance celebration.

Seeing the boys so happy and emotional fills my heart with pride…. As Indians this is such an amazing moment - to see our boys take us to such great heights!!! Love u all my Team India… and now dance away all night long. Boys in Blue take away all the blues! Big… https://t.co/zN3jUC9mvP — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) July 4, 2024

Shah Rukh Khan shared his emotions on Twitter, "Seeing the boys so happy and emotional fills my heart with pride.... As Indians, this is such an amazing moment - to see our boys take us to such great heights!!! Love u all my Team India... and now dance away all night long. Boys in Blue take away all the blues! Big Congratulations to the @BCCI, @JayShah, and the entire support staff that has worked tirelessly behind the scenes so that our boys could soar!!"

Team India returned to India on Thursday, following a delay in Barbados due to Hurricane Beryl.

Upon arrival, they met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi before travelling to Mumbai for the special parade and celebration. Fans waited for their heroes, dancing, waving Indian flags, and flashing smartphone lights as they got sight of Rohit, Virat, and other cricketers. The triumphant group arrived in New Delhi on a charter flight from Barbados, where hundreds of fans yelled "India, India" as the players exited the airport and boarded buses.

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Sanjay Leela Bhansali is gearing up for his 10th directorial venture, titled Love & War. Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal will lead the upcoming project. This news was followed by an official announcement from Bhansali himself, confirming a Christmas 2025 release date. According to a report in Pinkvilla, a source close to the project said that Bhansali has partnered with Jio Studios to bring his vision of the film to life. The film is described as one of Bhansali's most ambitious projects to date, and the pre-production process is already well underway.

The source revealed that Bhansali is taking a break from his signature period dramas with Love & War. This film promises a fresh direction for the director, focusing on an intense love story infused with his unique style and penchant for grandeur. The past few months have seen Bhansali finalizing the music score and conducting script-reading sessions with the lead actors, ensuring a collaborative and meticulously crafted narrative.

While details about the plot remain under wraps, the source hints at a story unlike anything Bhansali has presented before. He aims to showcase a love story on an unprecedented scale, blending his signature elements of color, music, drama, action, and raw emotions. This is a significant departure from his historical epics, and fans are eager to see Bhansali's interpretation of a contemporary love story.

Bhansali is known for his meticulous filmmaking process, and this film is no exception. The source revealed that the director is ready to begin shooting by the last quarter of 2024. There's a possibility of a short initial schedule with Ranbir Kapoor before the full-fledged production kicks off in November with all three lead actors.

To accommodate Bhansali's vision of a 250-day shooting schedule, the cast has reportedly allotted significant chunks of their time. Alia Bhatt will first complete her work on the ambitious YRF Spy Universe film, while Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal will wrap up their respective projects – Ramayana: Part One and Chhava.

Love & War is shaping up to be a monumental undertaking. The source confirmed that the film will be made on a massive budget, promising a visually stunning experience for audiences. It will be a treat for the senses, showcasing Bhansali's mastery of creating captivating visuals alongside a powerful narrative.

Jio Studios recognizes the immense potential of Love & War and has signed a significant deal with Bhansali. Their goal is to launch the film as their biggest production to date. The film is slated for a Christmas 2025 release. ALSO READ: Gulshan Devaiah recalls stepping into a Sanjay Leela Bhansali set worth Rs 5-7 crores: “His lighting takes over six hours to set up”

Radhika Merchant held her Mameru ceremony on Wednesday night, just before her spectacular wedding. The bride-to-be's maternal uncles present her with jewellery and garments as part of the Gujarati custom. The wedding was place at the Ambani house in Mumbai.

Photos and videos from the ceremony were widely circulated online. Beside from Ambanis, Radhika's pal Janhvi Kapoor and her boyfriend Shikhar Pahariya were also seen at the event.

Radhika dressed in a multicolored lehenga for her wedding. She finished her ensemble with striking jewelry and perfectly braided hair. Anant Ambani, the groom-to-be, complemented his bride by wearing a similar-colored pajama suit. The bride and groom were seen riding in a jungle-themed carriage decorated with figurines of numerous wild animals.

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Other family members were also seen wearing pink and tangerine. Janhvi Kapoor, who attended the ceremony with her boyfriend, donned a similar-colored lehenga. Manushi Chhillar, who stars in Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, was also present at the ceremony. The actress sported a stunning tangerine saree to the event.

In another popular video, Nita Ambani greets her mother and other guests by putting tilak on their foreheads. Mukesh Ambani, Isha Ambani, Akash, Shloka, and Anand Piramal were all seen posing for cameras. Anil Ambani, Mukesh Ambani's younger brother, and his wife, former actor Tina Ambani, also attended the occasion.

Anant Ambai and Radhika Merchant are planning their wedding on July 12. The pair is expected to hold a lavish sangeet ceremony on July 5 at the NMACC venue, which has a seating capacity of approximately 2000 people.

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Junaid Khan, who has received praise for his portrayal in his recent debut film Maharaj, has remarked about "his biggest critic at home". In an interview with India Today, Junaid said that his father, Aamir Khan, mother, Reena Dutta, and sister, Ira Khan, are "very supportive and very encouraging even in their criticism."

Junaid Khan about family support

He said, "We don’t really talk about films so much. But I know that Ira (my sister) unconditionally supports me. I'm blessed because I come from a very supportive family. Also, they don't shy away from saying it like it is. Even Papa (Aamir) will say, 'Look, I feel this, but you should do what you want.' The same is with mom. So, yeah, I think everybody is very supportive and very encouraging even in their criticism.”

Junaid on Aamir’s unique acting style

Junaid also responded to a question about his height gap with Aamir and how his acting technique differs from his father's. He continued, “I guess that is a compliment (laughs). No, I don't know how to answer that in the sense that it's not necessarily a conscious thing. I guess as performers, we're all different. He's a fantastic actor. A lot of times, between two of his own films, you would not be able to tell it's the same person. So, yes, we are very different as performers.”

About Maharaj

Junaid played Karsandas Mulji, a social reformer, in the film Maharaj. Maharaj digs into the 1862 Maharaj Libel Case, one of India's most famous judicial battles, and focuses on the life of Karsanda. The film, directed by Sidharth P Malhotra and produced by Yash Raj Films (YRF) Entertainment, also stars Jaideep Ahlawat, Shalini Pandey, and Sharvari. Maharaj is currently available on Netflix.

Junaid on his film Maharaj

Recently speaking with news agency ANI, Junaid opened up about how he was inspired by the story of Karsandas Mulji. "He was a real person who in 1862 was talking about those things which even today are happening. It happens in society today. And it happens in every society. And at that time, he was fighting about it. When we didn't have that much knowledge. So, I found the character and the story very inspirational. That there is a man who had so much understanding back then," he had said.

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Charu Asopa and Rajeev Sen are soaking up the sun and making precious memories during their family vacation in Dubai. Accompanying them is their adorable daughter, Ziana, who is experiencing her first international trip. The family has been sharing delightful moments that have captured the hearts of many. Rajeev documented their trip in a vlog on his YouTube channel, giving fans an intimate look at their adventures in Dubai.

Exploring Dubai with Ziana

The vlog begins with Rajeev, Charu, and their little one visiting the iconic Dubai Mall. They stop by their Renee jewellery store before heading to the snow park inside the mall, where Ziana enjoys her first snow ride with her mother. The camera captures their joy as they explore the play area, take rides, and even do a bit of shopping at the supermarket. The video ends with a sweet scene of Ziana playing with her grandmother in their hotel room.

Capturing Precious Moments

Charu and Rajeev also shared snippets of their trip on Instagram, including a fun car ride where Rajeev recorded a selfie video. The family can be seen striking funny poses and enjoying their time together. Ziana looks adorable in a multi-coloured frock, Charu stuns in a black ensemble, and Rajeev looks stylish in a white striped shirt and white jeans. Alongside the video, Rajeev captioned it, "Tera Mera Pyar," reflecting the love and joy of their trip.

Fun and games in Dubai

In another Instagram post, Ziana is seen sitting gleefully on her mother’s lap, beaming with excitement about their Dubai adventure. The family is also seen enjoying bumper rides and playing games, with an adorable moment of Ziana sitting on her daddy’s tummy and playing. These shared moments highlight the close bond and joy the family is experiencing together in Dubai.

A journey of love and togetherness

Rajeev Sen and Charu Asopa, who tied the knot in June 2019, welcomed their first child, Ziana, in 2021. Despite their divorce on June 8, 2023, their Dubai trip showcases their commitment to co-parenting and creating lasting memories for their daughter. This vacation not only marks a significant milestone for Ziana but also emphasizes the enduring bond and love shared by the family.

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The much-awaited film Kalki 2898 AD thankfully has emerged as a success at the box office. It had a huge four-day weekend of Rs. 112.15 crores, with Sunday collections amounting to a huge Rs. 40.15 crores. It held strongly on Monday (Rs. 16.50 crores) which made it clear that it is set for a long, huge run.

Trade veteran Taran Adarsh said, “The collections have been fantastic. It is rocking at the box office in East, West, North and of course South! It was meant to open well and was expected also. Many said ‘Trailer jama nahin hai. Film kaise khulegi?’. Some even drew parallels with Ganapath (2023) since that was also a film set in the future. Lekin kahan Ganapath aur kahan Kalki 2898 AD! They further speculated that the film will see a big drop on Monday. Lekin sabhi ke zubaan pe ek baar phir taale lag gaye hai! One can say what they want to but collections are the ultimate authority.”

He continued, “The first day was superb. The second day, like the first, was also a working day. There should have been a decline but that didn’t happen. Saturday’s collections were impacted in the evening due to the match. But on Sunday, the film hit the ball out of the stadium.”

Girish Johar, producer and film business analyst, remarked, “It’s a fantastic feeling not just for fans but even the industry is in a very joyous mood. It was a non-holiday weekend and yet, it is clocking Rs. 100 crores in four days”

Explaining what went in favour of the film, he replied, “The attempt to keep the story under wraps did create a lot of intrigue. The first trailer didn’t give much idea but the expectations rose with the second trailer. The world that Nag Ashwin built was a major factor. Secondly, to envisage how our God will be born in the future is a never-before-seen concept. Nag brought it out very beautifully.”

Taran Adarsh added on the VFX aspect, “The producers must have spent a fraction of what Hollywood spends. Yet, the quality is top-notch. Viewers often complain that ‘Hamari films mein toh visual effects tacky hota hai ya video game jaisa hota hai’. But here, it was very well integrated with the narrative and didn’t look forced.”

Girish Johar also said that viewers got more than they had hoped for, “No one was expecting outstanding work from Amitabh Bachchan. People assumed that he’ll be having a supporting role. But his performance is fantastic. The younger moviegoers, who have not followed his work, now have experienced his enigma. It’s a mammoth golden feather in his cap. All these factors worked in its favour despite no music and fewer promotions.”

Taran Adarsh also stated, “The film has worked in totality. Often, we find faults in a film. But the audience wants an entertainment package. This film offers that and also a huge star cast, which was evident from the poster. The film also rests on a gripping second half.”

He further said, “It is doing well not just in metros but also in smaller towns and that calls for a celebration. The cinema industry has been bleeding and the majority of our filmmakers are making films targeted at metros. As a result, the single-screen cinemas were feeling the heat. The Hindi film industry was releasing urban films but not many people were coming in. Thankfully, with Kalki 2898 AD, the audience is back, which is a very good sign.”

Girish Johar agreed, “The Hindi market once again has come back to life thanks to Kalki 2898 AD.”

Talking of B and C Centres, Kiritbhai T Vaghasia, who runs The Friday Cinema multiplex in Surat, said, “The response in my theatre is mixed. Until the intermission, the audience is quite restless. But after the film ends, the viewers say that it’s a decent, one-time watch. They are not wowed by it like they were with KGF - Chapter 2, Pushpa etc. Some also complained of an overdose of VFX.”

But he confessed that there indeed is a tremendous curiosity for the film, which is why he replaced shows of the holdover Gujarati films with that of Kalki 2898 AD for a day. He said, “On Saturday, the collections were huge and we started getting bookings for Sunday as well. Hence, I got permission from the distributor and discontinued Trisha On The Rocks and Jhamkudi. So, on Sunday, I played Kalki 2898 AD in all three screens of my theatre. In all, I ran 14 shows. The ticket sales were encouraging.”

On this Taran Adarsh said, “If this film was weak, then cracks would have appeared on the first day itself and on the second half, it would have collapsed. It’s a feat that your Friday number is as good as your Thursday number. It had a four-day weekend out of which two were working days.”

Lifetime predictions When asked if Kalki 2898 AD can cross the Rs. 300 crore mark, Taran Adarsh answered, “It’s too early to say. But it’ll have an open run as Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha has been pushed ahead. Hindustani 2 might impact as it’ll take away the screens.”

Girish Johar opined, “Crossing the Rs. 300 crore mark might not be possible. But I think Rs. 250 crore lifetime is definitely on the cards.” Atul Mohan, however, said, “The collections are phenomenal. It had a double digit Monday. Now, the film can go anywhere. Rs. 300 crore is quite possible.”

Boost for Prabhas For Prabhas, Kalki 2898 AD has proved to be a much-needed success. Except for Radhe Shyam (2022), all his films starting from Baahubali 2 – The Conclusion (2017) opened well. But due to bad or mixed word of mouth, the lifetime earnings were affected. There was also criticism of his performances. Kalki 2898 AD, on the other hand, has not just opened well but has gone beyond expectations.

Taran Adarsh said, “He silenced everyone. People may see what they feel like but you are known by your box-office numbers. He has screen presence and star power and he pulls in the audience in hordes. That is where the triumph lies. Also, he’s not some metro star. His strength lies beyond metros. Prabhas got a major boost with Baahubali but after that, I know a lot of people who saw his previous films in dubbed versions widely. This is because they were so enamoured by this actor. And that has cultivated a superb fan base. The same applies even to Allu Arjun.”

Atul Mohan, in agreement, said, “This is like a shot in the arm for him. Kalki 2898 AD was a very critical film; it was like a die-or-die situation for him.”

Girish Johar noted, “Prabhas manages to get an opening for his films, despite his shortcomings. He has an arresting screen presence and star power. On Day 1, the Telugu market collected more than Rs. 55 crores. Two states collecting so much is an achievement and it shows his star power.”

Kiritbhai T Vaghasia, however, said, “People have come not just for Prabhas. The other actors also played a part. Also, there were reports that it was made on a budget of Rs. 600 crores and that also made people intrigued. Moreover, a big-scale film has released after a long time and hence, they were pulled to the cinemas.”

All eyes on the sequel Now the question is when the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD will arrive. Atul Mohan signed off by saying, “Now they should not delay the sequel. It’ll be a bigger hit. We saw that with KGF - Chapter 1 and so many films. KGF - Chapter 1 had done a business of around Rs. 50 crores. It was expected that it would do 2 or 3 times the business of part 1. But the sequel went to another level. Similarly, the built-up has happened for Kalki 2898 AD. Its sequel will have unimaginable hype. And if they get an additional big actor on board, then it’ll be like sone pe suhaga. Since it’s a successful franchise, no actor will even refuse to work in it.”

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Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh, who are expecting their first child together, watched Kalki 2898 AD on Tuesday night. Several photographs and videos of the couple outside a movie theater appeared on social media networks, however they were photographed coming separately.

Deepika stepped out of her car, looking around and smiling. She also mouthed the word "thank you". She donned a white T-shirt with a black jacket and cropped blue jeans. The actor wore glasses, a purse, and white sneakers. Before entering the theater, she briefly posed for the paparazzi.

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Outside the theater, Ranveer Singh was spotted waving and smiling at fans and paparazzi. He donned all black, including a T-shirt, cape, jeans, shoes, cap, and sunglasses. The star was also seen signaling for the paparazzi to move aside. His mother, Anju Bhavnani, and sister, Ritika Bhavnani, were also seen at the scene.

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After watching the film, Ranveer posted a review on Instagram Stories. He wrote, "Kalki 2898 @kalki2898ad - a grand cinematic spectacle! That's what big-screen cinema is all about! An unprecedented level of finesse in technical execution. The very best in Indian cinema. Congrats to Nagi Sir & team! @nag_ashwin."

He added, "Rebel Star rocks! @actorprabhas Ulaganayagan is forever supreme! @ikamalhaasan And if you are a die-hard Amitabh Bachchan fan like me..you just can't miss this! @amitabhbachchan. As for my baby @deepikapadukone You elevate every moment with your grace & dignity. Such poignancy, such poetry, such power. You are beyond compare. I love you (red heart emoji)."

Director Nag Ashwin's 3D sci-fi spectacle Kalki 2898 AD has a reported budget of ₹600 crores. Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Disha Patani, Saswata Chatterjee, and Shobhana star in this multilingual film. Vyjayanthi Movies produces Kalki 2898 AD, which is described as a combination of the Hindu epic Mahabharata with science fiction. The film was released worldwide on June 27 in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Hindi, and English languages.

On the work front, Deepika and Ranveer will appear in the film Singham Again, which will be released in theaters on November 1. The film also stars Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor, Tiger Shroff, and Jackie Shroff, among others. Ranveer will also star in Farhan Akhtar's Don 3.

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Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha, starring Ajay Devgn and Tabu, was scheduled to open in theatres on July 5. However, due to the success of Kalki 2898 AD at the box office, the film's release date is expected to be pushed.

The makers have now officially confirmed the film's new release date. The statement stated, 'On the request of the exhibitors and distribution fraternity, we have mutually decided to shift the release date of our film, Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha.' It also noted, 'New release date to be announced soon.'

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Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha is Ajay and Tabu's eleventh film together, and fans are anxious to see them as lovers. Director Neeraj Panday admits that he was unaware of their off-screen friendship, but he thought they were the ideal cast for the picture. “Two years back, when we were figuring out our next theatrical release, the germ of this film came to me. It was there in some form in my head before that but I didn’t actually sit down and write about it till two years ago. And Ajay and Tabu were my first choices. Having said that, I don’t know if it’s their friendship that translated onscreen because I know nothing about its background,” the filmmaker said.

Auron Mein Kaha Dum Tha is an epic love story that follows Krishna and Vasudha as their young relationship confronts numerous challenges, eventually leading to their separation when Krishna commits multiple murders and is condemned to life in jail. Krishna gets released from prison after 22 years, and the story revolves around his final rendezvous with Vasudha.

When asked about the success of Kalki 2898 AD, producer Sangeeta Ahir of Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha stated, "It is good for us that the audience is back in theatres and happy days are back."

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