Lokesh Kanagaraj’s ‘Coolie,’ starring Rajinikanth, has achieved global box office success, grossing Rs 510 crore despite mixed reviews. Kanagaraj emphasizes that honesty in storytelling is more important than box office numbers. He is currently focused on completing his existing cinematic universe and hinted his next film will feature Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan.
Despite positive reviews, ‘Dhadak 2,’ starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri, is facing box office challenges. On Tuesday, August 5th, the film earned ₹1.6 crore, bringing its total to ₹14.35 crore. A special ₹99 ticket offer aimed to boost sales, but competition from ‘Son of Sardaar 2,’ ‘Mahavatar Narsimha,’ and ‘Saiyaara’ is impacting its performance.
In a tragic incident in Rayagada district, lightning struck a cotton field near Haripur forest, resulting in the deaths of three individuals. The victims, identified as Sambari Pidika, Emel Miniaka, and Giri Miniaka, were working in the field when the thunderstorm hit.
Veteran Kannada actor Umesh, celebrated for his comedic talent and over 350 films, passed away at 80 after battling stage-four liver cancer. Known for his expressive humor and trademark dialogue delivery, Umesh’s career spanned five decades, beginning with ‘Makkala Rajya’ in 1960. His final days were marked by remarkable optimism, even while bedridden.
Wesley LePatner, a senior Blackstone executive and prominent Jewish figure, was killed in a shooting, raising questions about the shooter’s motives. While initial reports suggested a connection to the NFL due to a manifesto, some commentators, including Laura Loomer, are pointing to a targeted attack due to LePatner’s Jewish identity and Blackstone’s Jewish CEO, linking…
Payments from Facebook’s $725 million privacy settlement are being distributed to approved claimants, resolving lawsuits over improper data sharing with advertisers and third-party firms like Cambridge Analytica. Millions of eligible US users who filed claims by August 2023 will receive payments, averaging around $29.
India’s top player Arjun Erigaisi faced a heartbreaking defeat in the FIDE World Cup 2025 tie-break against China’s Wei Yi, ending his dream of a Candidates 2026 berth. Wei Yi, a rising star, now carries China’s hopes for a maiden World Cup title. India’s Candidates qualification now hinges on R Praggnanandhaa.
Cristiano Ronaldo, nearing 40, boasts a $1 billion fortune from football, endorsements, and businesses, making him over 200 times wealthier than FC Goa’s entire squad, valued at ₹38.4 crore. This stark contrast highlights the vast economic disparity between global football’s biggest stars and Indian Super League clubs, emphasizing Ronaldo’s status as an international brand.
