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• new‘Saiyaara’ Box Office Collection Day 11: Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda starrer, directed by Mohit Suri, inches closer to Rs 260 crore in India despite a drop on its second Monday
  Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's 'Saiyaara' continues its strong box office performance into its second week, earning ₹9.50 crore on Monday, bringing its total to ₹256.75 crore in India. Despite a weekday dip, the film has outperformed major Bollywood releases like 'Dunki' and 'Singham Again'.
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• new‘Ahaan Panday deserves Rs 100 crore,’ says ‘Gupt’ director Rajiv Rai as he opens up on fees of stars, says actors should charge money based on their box office returns

  

  Rajiv Rai criticizes Bollywood's exorbitant actor salaries, blaming producers for prioritizing glamour over substance. He argues that studios blindly chase star power, neglecting strong storytelling and script quality. Rai suggests tying actor fees directly to box office performance, emphasizing that actors should earn their pay by delivering significant returns within the first few days of release.
  - 5 hours ago 29 Jul 25, 1:34am -
• newSalman Khan shares a deep life advice that father Salim Khan gave him: ‘Mistakes repeated becomes a habit in your character’, netizens react

  

  Salman Khan recently shared a profound piece of advice from his father, Salim Khan, emphasizing the importance of present actions shaping the future and character. Fans admired Salman's honesty and reflection on the advice, wishing he had heeded it sooner. He is gearing up for his next project, ‘Battle Of Galwan’, after being last seen in ‘Sikandar’.
  - 5 hours ago 29 Jul 25, 12:59am -
• newDilip Kumar and Raj Kapoor’s ancestral homes to turn into museums - Deets inside

  

  The ancestral homes of actors Dilip Kumar and Raj Kapoor in Peshawar are undergoing restoration. Pakistani officials say the project will take two years. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government is funding the ₹70 million project. The homes, located in Qissa Khwani Bazaar, will become museums. Nawaz Sharif declared them a national heritage site in 2014.
  - 5 hours ago 29 Jul 25, 12:57am -
• newSaiyaara star Aneet Padda’s childhood dance video charms the internet

  

  Aneet Padda, the rising star of 'Saiyaara,' is captivating audiences with her recent debut and a newly surfaced throwback video. The clip showcases her youthful exuberance and natural rhythm, further fueling fan admiration. Before her breakthrough, Padda honed her skills in projects like 'Salaam Venky' and 'Big Girls Don't Cry,' solidifying her position as a talent to watch.
  - 6 hours ago 29 Jul 25, 12:23am -
• new‘Raj Kapoor was reduced to dust as he made ‘Mera Naam Joker’..but when he made 'Bobby...', says Mahesh Bhatt: ‘The certainty of failure’

  

  Mahesh Bhatt, drawing from his extensive experience in Hindi cinema, spoke about the film industry's unpredictable nature, highlighting that failure is more common than success. He recalls Raj Kapoor's financial struggles after 'Mera Naam Joker,' a now-iconic film that initially flopped. Bhatt also recounts a conversation with Yash Chopra about preparing newcomers for the certainty of failure in the film business.
  - 6 hours ago 29 Jul 25, 12:20am -
• newRanveer Singh celebrates ‘Rocky the Pookie’, as Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani turns 2

  

  Ranveer Singh celebrated the two-year anniversary of ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’ on July 28, 2025, affectionately calling his character Rocky Randhawa "Pookie" in a charming reel. The film, released in 2023, starred Singh as a vibrant Punjabi man alongside Alia Bhatt as a Bengali journalist.
  - 6 hours ago 29 Jul 25, 12:13am -
• newAmitabh Bachchan mocks Ben Stokes after India snubs draw in Manchester test, netizens shower love: ‘Aree Gore ko tayka’

  

  Amitabh Bachchan, a sports enthusiast, reacted to India's refusal of a draw offer by England in the Manchester Test. Ben Stokes offered the draw, but Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar continued batting. Bachchan's witty comment on X, formerly Twitter, went viral. Fans praised his vintage style.
  - 7 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 11:15pm -
• newKubbra Sait's birthday celebrations spark relationship rumors – See Pics

  

  Kubbra Sait celebrated her birthday peacefully in Mandwa village before 'Son of Sardaar 2' releases on August 1. She shared photos of her relaxing morning, birthday cake-cutting with rumored partner Akash Mehta, and coastal moments. Kubbra stars as Mehwish in the film directed by Vijay Kumar Arora.
  - 7 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 10:58pm -
• newS.S. Rajamouli gifts David Warner 'royal helmet;' as cricketer's Baahubali obsession goes viral - WATCH

  

  S.S. Rajamouli acknowledged David Warner's viral Baahubali obsession by gifting him a 'royal helmet.' Warner had previously shared images of himself in Baahubali attire, prompting Rajamouli's gesture. The Baahubali franchise, starring Prabhas and Rana Daggubati, continues to captivate audiences even a decade after its release, with a unified version of the films slated for release in 2025.
  - 8 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 10:42pm -
• newParmeet Sethi gets candid about marital issues with Archana Puran Singh: 'Forced me to do…'

  

  Parmeet Sethi revealed that he and Archana Puran Singh faced marital issues, leading the latter to encourage him to attend an Art of Living course. Initially reluctant, Parmeet found the course transformative, releasing pent-up emotions and resolving inner turmoil. The couple, who secretly married in 1992 after living together, overcame their challenges through this experience.
  - 8 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 10:03pm -
• newThrowback: When Tanushree Dutta had DEFEATED Gal Gadot at THIS

  

  Tanushree Dutta, known for her Bollywood debut in 'Aashiq Banaya Apne,' once entered into a world competition, where she surpassed Gal Gadot, who represented Israel. While Dutta made it to the top contestants, Gadot didn't advance to the elimination round. Gadot later admitted to underplaying her participation due to the pressure of representing her country.
  - 8 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 9:57pm -
• newDhanush turns 42: From Sonam Kapoor to Kajol, celebrities pen heartfelt wishes for 'Raanjhanaa' actor

  

  Dhanush has turned 42 years old today. The film fraternity has poured in their birthday wishes for the 'Raanjhanaa' actor.
  - 8 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 9:51pm -
• newTanushree Dutta calls Sushant Singh Rajput “a good man caught with very bad men,” urges prayers for him, Jiah Khan and Disha Salian

  

  Tanushree Dutta honored Sushant Singh Rajput, Jiah Khan, and Disha Salian as “slain soldiers of God.” She urged prayers, condemned misinformation, and shared a spiritual vision of SSR’s soul nearing light. She emphasized faith, resilience, and warned against deceit, amid ongoing Bollywood debates on their tragic deaths.
  - 9 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 9:45pm -
• new'War 2': Writer Shridhar Raghavan delves into how spy oath will carry forward across YRF spy movies - Reports

  

  'War 2' features a patriotic spy oath linking characters across the YRF Spy Universe. The oath, shown in the trailer, sets a serious tone without spoilers. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani, the film releases August 14, 2025, in multiple languages.
  - 9 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 9:09pm -
• newAanand L. Rai pens heartfelt ‘Tum Tak’ birthday tribute to Dhanush, shares BTS pic from ‘Tere Ishk Mein’

  

  Dhanush celebrated his 42nd birthday. Celebrities like Kajol wished the actor. Director Aanand L. Rai shared a heartfelt message. He also posted an unseen picture from 'Tere Ishk Mein'. The film stars Dhanush and Kriti Sanon. Filming concluded last month. Kriti Sanon praised Dhanush. 'Tere Ishk Mein' is a romantic drama. It will release on November 28, 2025.
  - 10 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 8:40pm -
• new'Border 2': Medha Rana is Varun Dhawan's leading lady; here's all you need to know about the actress

  

  Medha Rana, known for 'London Files,' joins the 'Border 2' cast. She will be seen as Varun Dhawan's love interest in the war drama. The makers of the film introduced the actress with a post on Monday morning. Here's all you need to know about the actress and the age gap between the two actors.
  - 10 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 8:38pm -
• new‘Dhadak 2’: Triptii Dimri reveals how her character Vidhi helped her stand up for what’s right; 'She makes you feel empowered'

  

  Triptii Dimri said playing Vidhi in 'Dhadak 2' inspired her to be more vocal and stand up for justice. The film, directed by Shazia Iqbal and featuring Siddhant Chaturvedi, is an adaptation of Pariyerum Perumal. Triptii’s upcoming projects include Vishal Bhardwaj’s film with Shahid Kapoor and 'Spirit' opposite Prabhas.
  - 10 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 8:34pm -
• newVindu Dara Singh slams Pakistan for fostering terrorism, talks about Asia Cup 2025: 'Shame on those people'

  

  Actor Vindu Dara Singh, ahead of his appearance in ‘Son Of Sardar 2’, has strongly criticized Pakistan for allegedly fostering terrorism, especially after the Pahalgam attack and India's 'Operation Sindoor'.
  - 11 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 7:45pm -
• newMohammed Zeeshan explains his bond with Swara Bhasker: 'Logo ko ye lagta tha ki we are married'

  

  Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub revealed that many people mistook his close friendship with Swara Bhasker for marriage. He shared that their bond, reminiscent of their 'Raanjhanaa' camaraderie, involved playful banter and genuine affection. Despite reduced conversations over time, their unique connection remains strong, marked by shared values and experiences, including attending protests together.
  - 11 hours ago 28 Jul 25, 7:39pm -