‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’ dominated the Indian box office, earning Rs 50 crore in its opening weekend and becoming the third-highest-grossing Hollywood horror release in India. Globally, the film achieved a phenomenal $187 million debut, surpassing expectations and setting records as the largest-ever foreign opening for a horror film. It outperformed Bollywood releases and other…
In a candid interview, Bollywood icon Deepika Padukone shared her unwavering commitment to authenticity, declaring that financial gain will never overshadow her artistic integrity. She stated that she often declines roles that lack a personal connection or meaningful narrative, highlighting that a project’s true essence is far more rewarding than a blockbuster title.
Alia Bhatt, acclaimed for her role in Gangubai Kathiawadi, was not Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s initial choice. Aditya Narayan, who assisted Bhansali, revealed that Rani Mukerji was considered for the lead role. Priyanka Chopra was also reportedly in contention for the matriarch’s part before Alia ultimately took on the acclaimed character.
Deepika Padukone recently exited ‘Spirit’ and ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, reportedly over an 8-hour workday request, sparking industry debate. Amidst this, she subtly addressed challenging norms and redefining expectations for women. Her philosophy is further validated by IMDb ranking her fourth among top actors over 25 years, reinforcing her belief in authenticity and resilience.
Attention all residents of Jharkhand! Brace yourselves for a chilly surprise starting this Tuesday, as the IMD forecasts a noticeable temperature drop of 3-4°C over the coming five days.
Sudheer Babu and Sonakshi Sinha’s mythological thriller ‘Jatadhara’ has garnered approximately Rs 5.54 crore in its first week. Despite a modest start, the film saw decent weekend collections before a dip on weekdays. The supernatural thriller, marking Sonakshi’s Telugu debut, explores a ghost hunter’s encounter with a powerful demoness.
AI startup Runway has launched its Gen 4.5 model, claiming superior video generation capabilities over Google and OpenAI in an independent benchmark. The model reportedly excels in physics, motion, and cause-and-effect, securing the top spot on the Video Arena leaderboard. Runway’s CEO highlighted this as a “David-versus-Goliath victory” against larger tech giants.
Actress Avneet Kaur celebrated her birthday with a spiritual visit to the Mahakal temple in Ujjain, seeking blessings from Lord Shiva. Dressed in a traditional pink outfit, she shared her joy online, accompanied by rumoured boyfriend Raghav Sharma. Kaur, known for her roles in TV shows and films like ‘Mardaani’ and ‘Tiku Weds Sheru’, recently…
