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Sikandar Box Office: Will Salman Khan Touch Anil Kapoor’s Jhakkaas Record? (Photo Credit – YouTube/Instagram) Sikandar has registered an opening of 30.06 crore at the box office in India, which is another underwhelming Eid for Salman Khan! While the actor has been struggling with his Eid releases ever since Sultan turned a blockbuster, he has ruled the festival for years! In fact, Salman Khan’s first Eid release was in 1997, which created a storm at the box office for films of the comedy genre! But do you know, it was not Salman Khan but Anil Kapoor who delivered the first Eid bonanza at the box office in one of the known records that might be tapped since 90s ! 1st Eid Blockbuster Of 90s Before the 90s, it was very difficult to keep a tab on Bollywood festival box office records. So, with the available data and figures, it was in 1992 that Bollywood delivered its first Eid blockbuster at the box office, which starred Anil Kapoor and Madhuri Dixit! And Sikand...

When Hema Malini Supported Esha Deol Slapping Amrita Rao(Photo Credit –Instagram/Facebook) Stories of nasty catfights between Bollywood actresses are not unheard of. One such incident occurred on the set of the 2006 film Pyare Mohan, wherein the lead actress Esha Deol slapped her co-star Amrita Rao on the set of the film. However, did you know that not only was Esha unapologetic about the same but her mother, the legendary actress-politician Hema Malini also supported her daughter for the same. In a throwback interaction with host Rajat Sharma in his show Aap Ki Adalat, he had quipped Esha Deol on her admitting to slap her Pyare Mohan co-star Amrita Rao . On this, the Dhoom actress unapologetically said, “Kisi ne agar kuch galat kiya aur hum baaton se unhe samjha nahi paate hain, toh.” However, her mother Hema Malini who also graced the show along with her daughter, jumped to her defense. Hema Malini said, “Dekhiya, agar koi galat baatein kehte rehte hain aur samjhaane ke baad bh...

When Karisma Kapoor Lashed Out At Pooja Bhatt And Manisha Koirala(Photo Credit –Instagram) Karisma Kapoor might be missing in action from the big screen now, but there was a time when she was ruling the roost during the late 90s and the early and mid-20s. She made her debut with the 1991 film Prem Qaidi and soon became one of the most sought-after actresses on the block. However, this also led to her having some speculated catfights with her fellow contemporaries. In a throwback interview, the actress had taken a sharp dig at her contemporaries like Pooja Bhatt and Manisha Koirala. In an old interview with Stardust, Karisma Kapoor was asked about Pooja Bhatt and Manisha Koirala, thinking that she is too ‘pompous and arrogant.’ The Dil Toh Pagal Hai actress was quick to lash out at these actresses. She said, “I’m so tired of this. Why can’t these girls keep their mouths shut once and for all? I don’t understand what’s wrong with them. In every interview they give, they have to ment...

Sikandar: Salman Khan’s Magnum Opus Leaked Online ( Photo Credit – YouTube ) Sikandar, starring Salman Khan, Rashmika Mandanna, and others, has finally arrived on the big screen. As the Bollywood superstar collaborates with AR Murugadoss for the first time, expectations are very high. While everyone is excited to know about the film’s performance at the Indian box office, one shocking thing happened a few hours back. Even before hitting Indian theatres, the magnum opus got leaked online. Keep reading for a detailed report! In the post-pandemic era, when we are all celebrating the changing dynamics and benchmarks of the box office, the issue of piracy has also turned out to be a major spoilsport. Almost every noteworthy release is facing the wrath of piracy and is getting leaked online in surprisingly good-quality print. This undoubtedly dents the overall business of a particular release. Sikandar witnessed its full-fledged release today, but its overseas premieres were scheduled f...

Raid 2 & Ground Zero Teasers Could Not Surpass The Most-Viewed Bollywood Teaser Together! (Photo Credit – Instagram) Bollywood fans on March 28 witnessed two superstars arriving with the teasers of their upcoming films. Ajay Devgn’s much-awaited sequel Raid 2 and Emraan Hashmi’s intense war-drama Ground Zero are all set to arrive in the upcoming months, and their trailers have impressed the audiences. Emraan Hashmi surprised the audience with his soldier avatar fighting for Kashmir. The teaser impressed and promised to deliver a hard-hitting film without any veiled jingoism. Meanwhile, the teaser for Ajay Devgn’s biggie was a bit underwhelming! Raid 2 VS Ground Zero Teaser Verdict In the first 24 hours on YouTube, Ajay Devgn ‘s Raid 2 garnered 8 million views, while Emraan Hashmi’s Ground Zero surpassed it with 9.4 million views. Both the teasers arrived a few minutes apart, and together, they brought a total of 17.4 million views on YouTube in 24 hours! Tren...

Shah Rukh Khan Once Claimed He Was Better Than The Greatest Amitabh Bachchan! (Photo Credit – Instagram) Shah Rukh Khan is known for his dashing personality, wit, and versatile acting chops. Not only Salman Khan and Aamir Khan but he has also often been compared to Amitabh Bachchan. But do you know SRK once claimed himself to be better than Big B but later took a U-turn? Scroll below for a lesser-known throwback. Shah and Big have done many successful films together. Some of their iconic collabs include Mohabbatein, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham , and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. They also reunited for an ad in 2023 that broke the internet for all the right reasons. During his appearance on Aap Ki Adalat in 2016, host Rajat Sharma reminded the Pathaan actor how he once claimed he was better than Amitabh Bachchan. The incident happened around 22 years back when an audience member mentioned Big B is the #1 superstar. SRK had responded that Amit Ji might be the greatest, but he’s slightly bet...

Is Randeep Hooda a big fan of Bollywood?(Photo Credit –Facebook) Randeep Hooda is one of the finest actors of Indian cinema. Known for his intense performances in films like Highway, Sarbjit, and the recently released Swatantrya Veer Savarkar , he is also not one to mince words. At the sixth edition of The Indian Express’ Expresso event in New Delhi, the actor spoke candidly about the current crisis in Bollywood. He pointed out how the industry’s obsession with trends has led to a lack of originality, calling the practice “bhed chaal” (herd mentality). Hooda expressed concern over how Bollywood is increasingly following formulas, chasing past successes instead of creating original content. He also praised South Indian cinema for its authenticity, grounded characters, and connection with real human emotions, elements he believes Hindi filmmakers are moving away from. According to Hooda, while OTT platforms offer hope for creative storytelling, they too are succumbing to commercial...

When Is Jombieland Releasing In Cinemas? (Photo Credit –Instagram) Jombieland, the first-ever Punjabi zombie invasion horror film, is set to arrive in theatres this year! Centered around a zombie apocalypse, the movie stars Kanika Mann , Binnu Dhillon, Angira Dhar, and G Khan in key roles. Written and directed by Thaparr and produced by Next Level Productions, known for producing the Bollywood film Vadh , the movie is set in a village ravaged by the Z1N1 virus, causing widespread havoc. The makers of the upcoming film unveiled its official poster and announced its release date. Jombieland, which also stars Guri, Dhanveer Singh, and Jassa Dhillon, will be released on June 13, 2025. Trending Sara Ali Khan Talks About Her Connection With Kedarnath, “Can’t Imagine There Were Two Whole Decades Of Sara…” Stree 2 World Premiere Verdict: With 6.8 Million Higher Views Than Last Horror Comedy, Shraddha Kapoor & Rajkummar Rao’s Film Sets A Massive Record! Speaking about th...

When Parveen Babi’s Ex Kabir Bedi Shared The Details Surrounding Her Death(Photo Credit –Instagram/Shemaroo) Yesteryear actress Parveen Babi was known for her versatile acting chops and an exceptional beauty. However, her personal life was marred by several tragedies, which ultimately led to her sad demise on January 20, 2005. The actress was rumored to have been diagnosed with schizophrenia, and the cause of her death was said to be organ failure. Her heavily publicized relationship with actor Kabir Bedi was never a secret. In his autobiography, which was released a few years ago, he recalled the gut-wrenching details surrounding her death. According to Zoom, Kabir Bedi was in a relationship with Parveen Babi despite being married to dancer Protima Bedi. Kabir and Protima were said to be in an open marriage and the latter knew about his romance with Babi. In his autobiography titled ‘Stories I Must Tell: The Emotional Life Of An Actor’, he spoke about the Namak Halaal actress’ dea...

When Is Saif Ali Khan’s Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins Releasing?(Photo Credit –Netflix) Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins, starring Saif Ali Khan and presented by Siddharth Anand’s Marflix Pictures, the creative minds behind War and Pathaan, is all set to arrive on Netflix soon! The movie, directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal, will show an adrenaline-fueled game of wits where deception meets danger. In the film, Saif Ali Khan stars as a suave con man locked in a high-stakes battle against Jaideep Ahlawat, who plays a formidable mafia boss. Kunal Kapoor and Nikita Dutta add flair to the ensemble, delivering intense action, razor-sharp suspense, and unexpected twists. Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins will premiere on Netflix on April 25, 2025. Speaking about his streaming debut, Siddharth Anand and Mamta Anand shared, “With Jewel Thief, we wanted to bring the scale and excitement of big-screen action to Netflix. It’s stylish, thrilling, and packed with entertainment — everything...

Was Salman Khan Replaced From Ghajini Because Of Pradeep Rawat? ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has finally addressed the long-standing speculation about him being replaced in Ghajini (2008). For years, there have been rumors that Pradeep Rawat, who played the film’s menacing villain, allegedly influenced director A.R. Murugadoss to drop Salman from the project. During a media interaction ahead of his upcoming film Sikandar, Salman discussed the casting decisions and the influence of co-actor Pradeep Rawat. Salman Khan On Losing Out Aamir Khan’s Ghajini During a recent press with DNA India for his upcoming film Sikandar, Salman was asked about the controversy surrounding Ghajini. He acknowledged hearing about it but never really delved into the details. He further mentioned that he heard about this from Pradeep Rawat himself about being considered for Ghajini. Trending When Waheeda Rehman Almost Did Not Do Guide Because Of The Director, But D...