Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay paid tribute to legendary filmmaker Bharathirajaa, who passed away in Chennai at 85. Widely regarded as a pioneer of Tamil cinema, Bharathirajaa transformed filmmaking with his realistic portrayal of rural life and launched numerous acting talents.
Cocktail 2 makers have released Vallah, featuring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna. Composed by Pritam and sung by Bayanni and Harrdy Sandhu, the upbeat track celebrates friendship, love and unforgettable memories, capturing the film's youthful, free-spirited energy.
Sonam Kapoor celebrated her 41st birthday with family and friends in Mumbai. Anshula Kapoor shared moments from the intimate celebration attended by Masaba Gupta, Harshvardhan Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor and others. Sonam looked elegant in a red outfit as she celebrated with her son, Rudra.
Salman Khan was seen emotional and teary-eyed at the funeral of his close friend Kumud Rane. Several Bollywood celebrities, including Helen, Salma Khan, Sohail Khan, Amrita Arora, Seema Sajdeh, Maheep Kapoor, Chunky Panday, and Sanjay Kapoor, attended the cremation
The controversy began after viewers accused Peddi of objectifying Janhvi Kapoor through repeated focus on her navel, waist and cleavage. A scene in which Ram Charan's character kisses Achiyamma without consent and later justifies it as love drew particular criticism.
The footage offers a glimpse into Mohandas' role in overseeing the large-scale production, showcasing her directing actors, coordinating action sequences and managing various aspects of filmmaking.
Israel to install Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue, calls it symbol of India-Israel friendship
Israeli Consul General Yaniv Revach said the memorial would honour Shivaji Maharaj's legacy and highlight the historical connections between Maharashtra and the Indian Jewish community. He sought support from Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis for historical references.
Peddi has drawn criticism as many viewers feel Janhvi Kapoor's character lacks depth and serves mainly as a visual prop. While some question why the film is being singled out, critics argue the issue is not sensuality but the character's limited agency and relevance to the story.
National Award-winning Malayalam actor Salim Kumar passed away at the age of 56 while undergoing treatment for pneumonia at a private hospital. The veteran actor, who appeared in over 300 films during a career spanning more than three decades, had reportedly developed sudden health complications and was placed on ventilator support
According to reports, the film has been made on a budget of Rs 150 crore, with Shahid Kapoor reportedly the highest-paid and Rashmika Mandanna is the lowest paid. The film will release on June 19, 2026.
