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Actors who played against their public image and shocked audiences
In a delightful turn of the spotlight, iconic figures like Robin Williams and Riteish Deshmukh left their comedic roots behind, captivating audiences with unexpected depth. Meanwhile, Robert Pattinson transformed his ‘Twilight’ persona, exploring darker, more complex characters, while Alia Bhatt took bold strides into serious narratives, far from her romantic comedies. Source link
'Tere Ishk Mein' bo day 16: Dhanush–Kriti Sanon starrer stays steady
‘Tere Ishk Mein’ continues its strong box office performance, crossing Rs 111.50 crore net in India by its third weekend. The romantic drama saw a significant occupancy jump on its third Saturday, with evening shows reaching 38.71%. The film’s emotionally driven storytelling and strong performances, particularly Dhanush’s, remain key strengths. Source link
'Dhurandhar' gets new midnight show times in Mumbai and Pune
Ranveer Singh’s film ‘Dhurandhar’ is experiencing overwhelming demand, leading to extended showtimes, including midnight and early morning slots in major cities. The action drama, directed by Aditya Dhar, is nearing Rs 300 crore at the box office, with impressive weekend collections and a strong opening day, indicating its potential to surpass ‘Padmaavat’. Source link
Akshay Kumar and Akshaye Khanna in ‘Bhagam Bhag 2’?
Akshaye Khanna is reportedly set to star in ‘Bhagam Bhag 2’, reuniting with Akshay Kumar after over a decade. Directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa, the sequel is expected to pick up from the 2006 hit and will also feature Meenakshi Chaudhary. The film is slated to begin shooting in 2026. Source link
'Akhanda 2' bo day 2: Balakrishna's makes Rs 46 crore
Nandamuri Balakrishna’s ‘Akhanda 2: Thaandavam’ has stormed the box office, raking in approximately Rs 46 crore in its opening two days. The action-packed film saw a massive jump on its first day, collecting Rs 22.5 crore, and maintained a strong run on Saturday with Rs 15.50 crore. Source link
Deepika's trainer shares perfect workout hacks for travelers
Actress Deepika Padukone’s fitness trainer, Yasmin Karachiwala, shared a hotel room workout routine for travelers. The exercises, including squats, incline push-ups, and shoulder circles, require no equipment and focus on maintaining strength despite busy schedules and unfamiliar surroundings. This simple, full-body routine ensures fitness can continue even while on the go. Source link
What stars learned this year, Part 2 – Exclusive
From gratitude and faith to boundaries, grief, and clarity, these reflections reveal how growth often happens away from the spotlight. ETimes reached out to Mahaakshay (Mimoh) Chakraborty, Shenaz Treasury, Saumya Tandon, and Chandan K Anand, who opened up about the inner shifts that defined their year. Source link
Arjun confirms engagement to Gabriella after 6 years
Arjun Rampal, who is currently riding high on the success of his latest theatrical release Dhurandhar, just made his relationship milestone official. The actor, who plays Major Iqbal in the film released on December 5 and is set to cross the Rs 300 crore mark at the box office, appears to have confirmed his engagement […]
Sholay: The Final Cut struggles as Dhurandhar dominates BO
Sholay: The Final Cut has opened to an underwhelming response at the box office. Despite the film’s iconic legacy, the re-release registered a low overall occupancy of 13.14 percent and secured just 373 shows across the country, as Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar continues to dominate theatres with its thunderous box office run. Source link
Hema breaks down at Dharmendra’s prayer meet in Mathura
People gathered in large numbers on Saturday to offer prayers for legendary actor Dharmendra at a prayer meet organised by his wife, veteran actress and politician Hema Malini. The atmosphere was heavy with grief as fans, colleagues, and well-wishers came together to remember the man fondly known as Bollywood’s original He-Man. Source link