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Sunny Deol’s ‘Border 2’, touted as one of the biggest films of the year, has seen a sharp decline in box office collections after the Republic Day holiday. The patriotic action drama, which opened to strong numbers, struggled to maintain its momentum once the extended weekend ended. Opening and holiday performanceReleased on 23 January 2026, strategically timed around Republic Day, the film enjoyed robust advance bookings and a strong opening weekend. On its first day, Friday, it earned ₹30 crore, followed by ₹36.5 crore on Saturday. The holiday weekend proved to be a game-changer, with Sunday and Monday collections surpassing ₹50 crore each. Sunday brought in ₹54.5 crore, and Monday added ₹59 crore, capitalizing on the national holiday. Post-holiday declineAs anticipated, the real t...

Singer Rahul Vaidya has shared a touching video from December last year, capturing his final interaction with Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar before his tragic death on 28 January 2026. The video, now going viral, shows Pawar enjoying Vaidya’s performance and making requests for his favorite songs for nearly two hours. A heartwarming memoryIn the video, Rahul Vaidya is seen performing on stage while Ajit Pawar sits in the front row, humming along and clearly enjoying the music. Sharing the clip on social media, Rahul wrote: “This is from 6 December 2025, when Ajit Dada kept requesting his favorite songs for nearly two hours! I never imagined this would be my last meeting with him. Such an untimely goodbye feels surreal and deeply sad. Ajit Dada Pawar left us too soon, bu...

Renowned filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt has shared his reflections on playback singer Arijit Singh’s recent announcement of retirement, recalling the early days of Arijit’s career. A philosophical perspective on retirementArijit Singh rose to fame 13 years ago with the iconic song “Tum Hi Ho” from Mahesh Bhatt’s film Aashiqui 2. Following Arijit’s decision to step away from playback singing, Bhatt commented that some artists deliberately withdraw from the limelight. “After reaching the pinnacle of their craft, some artists move away from the noise. They choose solitude, silence, and truth over constant performance,” he said. First encounter with a humble ArijitRecalling his first meeting with Arijit during the making of Aashiqui 2, Bhatt said, *“When I learned about Arijit’s decision to stop...

A case has been registered against actor Ranveer Singh at Bengaluru’s High Grounds Police Station for allegedly mocking the deity featured in the film Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1. He is accused of deliberately and maliciously hurting religious sentiments and promoting enmity and hatred in society. The alleged mimicry incidentThe FIR relates to an incident from 28 November 2025, during the closing ceremony of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. Ranveer Singh allegedly mimicked a scene involving the revered deity from Rishab Shetty’s film Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1, referring to the Chavundi deity as a ghost, which drew criticism at the time. According to NDTV, the FIR was filed by Bengaluru-based lawyer Prashant Methal (46), who claimed that the actor’s perfor...

The first motion poster of ‘The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond’ has been unveiled, offering a chilling glimpse into the film. The poster prominently features several women, their faces reflecting sheer terror and fear. The film is slated for release in February 2026. A glimpse of the sequelThe 2023 release ‘The Kerala Story’ was a blockbuster, and now the producers are back with a sequel. The newly released motion poster hints at another harrowing tale that promises to keep audiences on edge. Vipul Amrutlal Shah, who produced the original film, is bringing this sequel to theaters, with today’s motion poster release generating significant buzz. The teaser for the film is scheduled to drop on 30 January 2026. A terrifying story awaits audiencesShared via Sunshine Pictures Limited’s off...

Renowned singer Arijit Singh surprised fans and the music industry alike on Tuesday by announcing via social media that he will no longer participate in new playback singing projects. The announcement sparked reactions from across Bollywood, with many expressing shock while others applauded his courageous decision. Sona Mohapatra hails Arijit Singh’s bold moveSinger Sona Mohapatra praised Arijit for setting a new benchmark in the industry. Sharing her thoughts on Instagram, she wrote that stepping back from playback singing is not an end but rather a personal choice and the beginning of a new creative journey. She said, “Arijit Singh has set a new example in the industry. No one before him has taken such a significant step for themselves. Creating space for yourself, rediscovering yo...

Renowned singer Arijit Singh recently surprised his fans by announcing that he will be stepping away from playback singing in films. While the news left many shocked, several celebrities have expressed their support and admiration for his decision. Neena Gupta lauds Arijit SinghVeteran actor Neena Gupta took to social media to share her thoughts on Arijit’s decision. She said, “At first, I was very surprised. Later, I realized it’s a very brave step. Sometimes we get stuck in a routine, and it’s hard to break free. But Arijit has expressed his desire to focus on music and learning, which is truly commendable.” Neena further added, “This in itself takes immense courage, and I am very impressed. We will miss him in films, but perhaps he will come forward with something entirely new. I ...

Popular comedian and television personality Bharti Singh has finally revealed the name of her second son, fondly nicknamed ‘Kaju’. However, the official name reveal did not come directly from Bharti or her husband, writer-producer Haarsh Limbachiyaa—it was accidentally disclosed by television actor Abhishek Kumar in his YouTube vlog. Bharti welcomed her second son in December 2025, and since then fans have been eagerly waiting to know the baby’s real name. While the couple initially kept the name under wraps, the suspense ended during the baby’s naming ceremony, where Abhishek Kumar unintentionally revealed the name on camera. Name Revealed in a Vlog Abhishek Kumar recently shared a vlog on YouTube documenting his visit to Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbachiyaa’s home for their son’s...

Mumbai: The tragic death of Maharashtra Deputy CM and NCP leader Ajit Pawar in a plane crash on the morning of 28 January has left the nation in shock. Pawar, 66, was traveling from Mumbai to Baramati to address four rallies for the district council elections when his chartered plane skidded off the runway during landing, killing all five on board. His last rites are scheduled for 29 January at 11 AM. However, Pawar’s unfortunate demise is not the first instance of a celebrity losing their life in an aviation accident. Several stars have met similar fates in the past, reopening old wounds for the film industry and their fans. 1. Soundarya SharmaThe first on the list is actress Soundarya, famous for her role in Sooryavansham. On 17 April 2004, 32-year-old Soundarya was traveling from ...

New Delhi: Akanksha Chamola, wife of TV actor and Bigg Boss 19 winner Gaurav Khanna, has left fans speculating after sharing a cryptic post on social media. Her post, referencing “needs” and “sacrifice,” has raised questions among fans about the state of her marital life, although some believe it may be related to a new project. The Cryptic PostAkanksha shared on Instagram: “In a relationship built solely on needs, the heart is always sacrificed.” She added in the caption, “Just when we thought we were ready, we weren’t.” The post immediately sparked curiosity among followers, with many wondering if all is well between her and Gaurav. Speculations About Her Next ProjectFans flooded the comments section, with some asking if there were issues in the couple’s marriage. Others speculated...