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Palak Tiwari opens up about a secret relationship no one knew about. Was it Ibrahim Ali Khan?
Palak Tiwari recently shared a personal story about using Instagram to track down a man she found attractive, eventually dating him after scrolling through 2,000 profiles to find his username. While the relationship was short-lived, the anecdote revealed a candid side of the actress. Despite frequent media attention surrounding her rumored link with Ibrahim Ali Khan, Palak emphasized she prefers to keep her romantic life private to maintain focus on her growing film career.

Ajay Devgn’s Raid 2 collects over Rs 5 crore in advance bookings; details here
Raid 2 features Ajay Devgn and Riteish Deshmukh in pivotal roles. The movie is set to release on May 1. Raid 2 has earned over Rs 5 crore in advance bookings, with good response from metro cities like Mumbai, Pune, the National Capital Region, Chennai and Kolkata.

South India loves 'Bhai' but does not buy his films' tickets? Nani has a sweet reply for Salman Khan
Telugu actor Nani has strongly refuted Salman Khan's claims about Bollywood's limited acceptance in South India, emphasizing the long-standing love for Hindi cinema in the region. Nani highlighted the popularity of Bollywood classics and stars like Amitabh Bachchan, asserting that Salman Khan's own success owes much to South Indian audiences.

Kesari Chapter 2 box office collection: Akshay Kumar’s courtroom drama surpasses Rs 100 crore-mark worldwide
Kesari Chapter 2 box office: Akshay Kumar’s historical drama Kesari Chapter 2 has been performing well at the box office. Since it was released on April 18, the film has managed to earn Rs 68.40 crore in 11 days. Kesari Chapter 2 also stars R Madhavan and Ananya Panday in the lead.

Even at 59, Salman Khan continues his shirtless avatar. Bhai's latest selfies break the internet
Salman Khan charmed fans by sharing shirtless photos on X, echoing his iconic Andaz Apna Apna style. This coincided with the re-release of the cult classic film in cinemas, which garnered impressive collections over its first three days. Khan's recent project, Sikandar, where he starred opposite Rashmika Mandanna, unfortunately, didn't meet the expected commercial success.

Kesari Chapter 2 Day 10 box office: Akshay Kumar’s film earns Rs 8.15 crore on Sunday
Kesari Chapter 2 box office report: The Akshay Kumar starrer has earned Rs 65.45 crore in India in 10 days. Kesari Chapter 2 registered growth on its second weekend, earning Rs 8.15 crore on Day 10. The historical drama stars Ananya Panday and R Madhavan in pivotal roles as well.
Box-office collection updates: 'Sinners' is after Avatar's special record, 'Revenge of the Sith', 'The Accountant 2' score big
Sinners” easily topped the biggest new competition this week: “The Accountant 2,” a sequel starring Ben Affleck and released by Amazon MGM Studios, which opened in third place with an estimated $24.5 million in its first weekend.
'Thudaram' box-office report: Mohanlal-starrer remains on its way to become one of highest-grossing Malayalam films
Mohanlal's latest film, Thudarum, directed by Tharun Moorthy, has achieved significant commercial success, earning ?17.3 crore in its first three days. The film, also starring Shobana, marks their reunion after two decades and has been praised for its compelling storyline and performances. Mohanlal expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support, while Dhanush acknowledged the team's contributions, including the makeup artistry.
Arclight falls on a new cinema model as PVR INOX spreads wings beyond India's metros
PVR INOX is strategically investing in a franchise-owned company-operated (FOCO) model to expand its reach beyond metropolitan areas, focusing on Tier II and Tier III cities. This initiative aims to enhance affordable luxury cinema experiences and foster cinema infrastructure development across India.
When M.F. Husain slammed Sooraj Barjatya for his biggest flop: 'Brush phenk ke aaya hu!'
After his film Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon flopped, Sooraj Barjatya received a dramatic call from legendary painter M.F. Husain, who confessed to throwing his brush at the screen in frustration. Husain urged Barjatya to return to his roots of emotional, value-driven storytelling. The incident became a turning point, teaching the filmmaker to trust his authentic voice over fleeting trends.
Kesari Chapter 2 director on Ananya Panday's role: ‘People were clapping at her entry scene’
Amid criticism of Ananya Panday’s performance in Kesari Chapter 2, the film’s director Karan Sigh Tyagi has defended the actress. In a recent chat, Tyagi said that Ananya’s performance was much appreciated by fans. Kesari Chapter 2 stars Akshay Kumar in the lead.
Kesari Chapter 2 box office Day 4: Akshay Kumar’s film earns Rs 4.5 crore
Kesari Chapter 2 stars Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday and R Madhavan in the lead. The film earned Rs 4.5 crore on Monday, April 21, taking its net domestic collection to Rs 34.5 crore. The period courtroom drama was released on April 18.
Sunny Deol's Jaat set to break Gadar's box office record despite competition from Kesari 2
Sunny Deol's 'Jaat' is making waves at the box office, drawing comparisons to his iconic film 'Gadar'. In just 11 days, it has earned ?74.55 crore, nearing 'Gadar's' lifetime earnings. Despite facing controversies and competition, 'Jaat' has shown remarkable consistency, proving Deol's enduring appeal and marking a potential late-career resurgence.
First day, but no first show buzz for Bollywood
Bollywood faces challenges in drawing large crowds to theaters, as recent releases underperform due to weak pre-release buzz and the rise of streaming platforms. Audiences now rely on peer reviews and word-of-mouth, distrusting inflated opening weekend numbers. Experts emphasize the need for authentic, emotionally resonant content and adequate promotion beyond social media to regain audience trust and ensure long-term success.
'Kesari 2' box-office report: Akshay Kumar's patriotic film falls behind it's predecessor's first day earnings
Kesari Chapter 2, starring Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan, and Ananya Panday, opened with ?7.5 crore at the domestic box office, focusing on the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Despite positive reviews and increasing viewership throughout the day, the film's opening fell short of Akshay Kumar's previous release, Sky Force. The historical courtroom drama explores colonial brutality and the pursuit of justice.
Hollywood films slide off India charts as new stories grip viewers
Hollywood's box-office share in India has plummeted to a decade-low of 8% in 2024, a significant drop from 15% in 2019. This decline is attributed to evolving Indian viewer preferences, increased competition from streaming platforms and regional cinema. Superhero fatigue and creatively disappointing storytelling in recent Hollywood films, particularly within established franchises, have further contributed to this downturn.
Kesari Chapter 2 advance bookings: Here’s how much Akshay Kumar’s film earned before release
Kesari Chapter 2 advance bookings: The period courtroom drama managed to mint a total of Rs 3 crore before its release. Kesari Chapter 2 features Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan and Ananya Panday. The film has seen a surge in advance bookings from major Indian cities.
Sunny Deol’s Jaat 2 announced after first part’s subpar performance, check Jaat Day 8 box office collection
Sunny Deol’s Jaat box office report: The film managed to earn Rs 4 crore on Day 8. Jaat has earned a total of Rs 61.50 crore in India since its release. The makers have already announced Jaat 2, with Sunny Deol returning as the hero.
Jaat box office report: Sunny Deol’s film faces drop in collection, earns Rs 3.81 crore on Day 7
Sunny Deol’s Jaat started well at the box office but has seen a decline in its collections over the past few days. The film stars Randeep Hooda as the main antagonist. The film has collected Rs 57.39 crore domestically in its first week.
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