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The documentary Melania, based on the life of former U.S. First Lady Melania Trump, has made headlines with a record-breaking opening weekend at the North American box office. The film, which chronicles the 20 days leading up to President Donald Trump’s second inauguration, is now being hailed as the most expensive documentary ever, with $35 million spent on marketing alone. Box Office and ReceptionDirected by Brett Ratner, Melania earned approximately $7 million during its opening weekend, primarily driven by Trump supporters. While this is considered an impressive number for a documentary, critics have not been as generous. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds just a 10% approval rating, and on Metacritic, it scores only 6%. Despite critical reviews, the documentary has generated sig...

Rani Mukerji’s Mardaani 3 is struggling at the box office as it records its lowest collection on the first Monday after release. The crime-thriller earned ₹2.15 crore on its fourth day, 62.61% less than Sunny Deol’s Border 2, which collected ₹5.75 crore on its corresponding day. Box Office Performance of Mardaani 3Directed by Abhiraj Meenawala and produced by Aditya Chopra under the Yash Raj Films banner, Mardaani 3 tells the story of missing girls and the atrocities committed against them. The film opened with ₹4 crore on Friday, rose to ₹6.25 crore on Saturday, and peaked at ₹7.25 crore on Sunday. However, the momentum faltered on Monday, bringing the total India net collection to ₹19.65 crore after four days. Day-wise India Net Collection: Friday (Day 1): ₹4 crore Saturday ...

After dominating the box office for 56 days, the blockbuster film Dhurandhar is now creating waves on the OTT platform Netflix, not just in India but also in Pakistan, where it has emerged as the number one trending film. Pakistani audiences have showered the film with praise, making it a cross-border sensation. OTT Success and Global ReachDirected by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar has amassed ₹1,303 crore worldwide, including ₹299 crore from overseas markets, featuring stars Ranveer Singh and Akshay Khanna. The film, which premiered on Netflix on 30 January, reignited conversations about its gripping storyline and realistic portrayal of historical conflicts. Despite being officially banned in Pakistan, the OTT release has allowed viewers there to watch and discuss the film widely on social me...

A legal dispute has emerged just days before the release of Shahid Kapoor and Tripti Dimri-starrer O Romeo. Sanober Shaikh, daughter of notorious gangster Hussain Ustra, has filed a petition in a Mumbai civil court seeking a ban on the film’s screening. Case Filed Against Film MakersSanober claims that O Romeo is an unauthorized portrayal of her late father and depicts him in a misleading manner. The petition names film producer Sajid Nadiadwala, director Vishal Bhardwaj, and journalist-author Hussain Zaidi as respondents. The court is scheduled to hear the matter on 6 February. Hussain Shaikh, popularly known as Hussain Ustra, is portrayed in the film by Shahid Kapoor. The movie is based on Zaidi’s book Mafia Queens of Mumbai and is slated for release in theaters on 13 February. ...

Bollywood singer Arijit Singh recently announced his retirement from playback singing, shocking fans across the country. In the wake of this announcement, superstar Aamir Khan visited Singh at his residence in Jiaganj, Murshidabad, West Bengal. Reports suggest that Khan stayed at the singer’s home for two days, even taking to the rooftop to fly kites—a moment captured in videos that have gone viral online. Meeting After RetirementArijit Singh declared last week that he would no longer take up any new assignments as a playback vocalist, marking the end of a remarkable career. Known for his soulful voice, Singh has lived a quiet life in Jiaganj, away from the bustling entertainment hubs. Aamir Khan, often referred to as Bollywood’s “Mr. Perfectionist,” reportedly visited Singh to meet ...

Mumbai Police have made a major breakthrough in the ongoing investigation of the recent shooting at filmmaker Rohit Shetty’s Mumbai residence. Authorities have traced the Honda Dio scooter used in the attack, revealing that the plot had been set in motion nearly 10 days before the incident. Scooter Traced, Mastermind IdentifiedAccording to the Mumbai Crime Branch, two of the four arrested suspects brought the scooter from Pune to Mumbai and left it at a pre-determined location near Shetty’s Juhu residence. The shooter then took possession of the vehicle. Interrogation revealed that the mastermind behind the conspiracy is Shubham Lonkar, a wanted member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Firing at Shetty’s Nine-Storey TowerThe attack occurred late Sunday night at around 12:45 AM. Five bull...

Nearly 28 years after the phenomenal success of Border, its sequel Border 2 hit theaters in 2026 and has already completed 11 days at the box office, making a roaring impact. The film has become Sunny Deol’s second highest-grossing movie to date. Impressive Collections on Second MondayBorder 2 recreates the magic of its predecessor while introducing a fresh cast alongside Sunny Deol, the only returning actor from the original 1997 film. The excitement around the film was evident when it raked in ₹54.5 crore on its first Sunday, outperforming even Dhurandhar. The film’s storyline is set during the 1971 India-Pakistan war, unfolding across three battlefronts—land, air, and sea. Hooshyar Singh (Varun Dhawan) serves in the Army, Nirmaljit Singh (Diljit Dosanjh) is an Air Force pilot, and...

R. Madhavan recently revealed that he had taken a four-year break from acting, deliberately staying away from films before making a strong comeback. During this period, an encounter with a foreign farmer left him feeling humbled, and he also interacted with auto-rickshaw drivers across India to gain perspective. Taking a Break for Creative RenewalMadhavan disclosed that he stepped away from films in 2011 due to dissatisfaction with the kind of roles he was doing at the time. He returned in 2016 with Saala Khadoos, marking a shift from his earlier romantic roles to more serious, diverse performances. In a recent interview, he described this hiatus as essential for his creativity, ultimately shaping what he now calls the “second phase” of his career. A Humbling Experience AbroadSpeakin...

Veteran actor Gajendra Chauhan, best known for portraying Yudhishthira in the iconic television epic Mahabharat, recently visited spiritual leader Premanand Maharaj in Vrindavan and sought his blessings. During the meeting, Chauhan recited a famous dialogue that was reportedly a favorite of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, drawing smiles and appreciation from the saint. Upon arriving at the ashram, Chauhan introduced himself by recalling his portrayal of Dharmaraj Yudhishthira. Premanand Maharaj responded warmly, saying that Yudhishthira remains an enduring inspiration and a symbol of righteousness for the nation. He remarked that playing such a character carried immense responsibility, given its deep cultural and spiritual significance. Chauhan then recited the dialogue a...

Kapil Sharma’s comedy sequel Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 is heading to OTT after failing to make an impact at the box office despite two theatrical releases. The film, which starred Kapil Sharma alongside Tridha Choudhury and Parul Gulati, struggled to attract audiences amid stiff competition from big releases like Dhurandhar and Avatar 3. It will now premiere on JioHotstar on February 6, 2026. Directed by Anukalp Goswami and produced by Abbas-Mustan, the film is a sequel to the 2015 hit Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon. Made on a reported budget of ₹35 crore, the sequel earned only ₹12.33 crore net in India, with a worldwide gross collection of ₹16.23 crore. In contrast, the original film, produced on a ₹16 crore budget, had collected nearly ₹50 crore in India and was declared a commercial success....