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Border 2 Box Office: 10th Day Collection Surges, Beats Three Major Films; Second Sunday Sees 26.76% Growth
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Border 2 Box Office: 10th Day Collection Surges, Beats Three Major Films; Second Sunday Sees 26.76% Growth

Ten days after its release, Sunny Deol’s war drama Border 2 continues to dominate the box office. On its second Sunday, the film recorded a remarkable collection of ₹22.50 crore, surpassing three major films in the process and proving its stronghold at the theaters. 10th Day Box Office Performance Following a strong opening, Border 2 had seen a dip in collections after the fourth day. However, on the 9th and 10th days, the film bounced back impressively. According to SACNIK, the 10th day collection of ₹22.50 crore was: 58.72% lower than the first Sunday collection 26.76% higher than the previous day (Saturday) collection of ₹17.75 crore With this, the net domestic collection has now reached ₹275.25 crore, while the gross collection stands at ₹329 crore. Day-wise Box Off...
The 50 Premiere: Karan Patel and Siddharth Bharadwaj’s Ugly Fight, Vanshaj Singh Eliminated on Premiere
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The 50 Premiere: Karan Patel and Siddharth Bharadwaj’s Ugly Fight, Vanshaj Singh Eliminated on Premiere

The highly anticipated reality show The 50 premiered on 1 February 2026 with a grand and explosive first episode. While the premiere showcased all 50 celebrity contestants, the episode was marked by an ugly clash between Karan Patel and Siddharth Bharadwaj, and Vanshaj Singh became the first contestant to be eliminated. Another highlight was Maxtern revealing a shocking twist involving a social media feud with Elvish Yadav. Grand Premiere at a Lavish Palace The show kicked off with a glimpse of a luxurious mansion, where host Lion introduced all 50 contestants and revealed that viewers would get a chance to win ₹50 lakh. After the introductions, contestants were divided into 10 teams, and singer Himesh Reshammiya performed his hit songs, making the contestants dance and energizing th...
Ramayanam: Ranbir Breaks Shiva’s Bow, Yash Kidnaps Sita, Sunny Deol Flies as Hanuman – The AI Magic Behind Nitesh Tiwari’s Epic
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Ramayanam: Ranbir Breaks Shiva’s Bow, Yash Kidnaps Sita, Sunny Deol Flies as Hanuman – The AI Magic Behind Nitesh Tiwari’s Epic

One of the biggest films of 2026, Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayanam, is all set for a Diwali release. The film reportedly has a budget of ₹4,000 crore and features a star-studded cast enhanced with AI-generated imagery. From Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram to Yash as Ravana, the film promises a spectacular retelling of the Indian epic. AI-Generated Cast Images Go Viral Since the release of the first look in 2025, fans have eagerly awaited updates on Ramayanam. Recently, an Instagram user named Digital Dreamer shared AI-generated images depicting scenes from the film in an animated style. In these images: Sunny Deol appears as Hanuman, flying over the ocean. Ranbir Kapoor is shown as a young Lord Ram, standing with a bow and arrow, breaking Shiva’s bow to win Sita’s hand. Yash, in the ...
Before Rohit Shetty, These 5 Celebrities Were Targeted; One Was Shot 16 Times
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Before Rohit Shetty, These 5 Celebrities Were Targeted; One Was Shot 16 Times

Late on the night of 31 January, four rounds of gunfire were fired outside filmmaker Rohit Shetty’s residence, an attack claimed by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Before Shetty, other Bollywood celebrities including Salman Khan, Kapil Sharma, and Disha Patani were also targeted. One celebrity was even shot 16 times in 1997, resulting in his death. While Bollywood may appear glamorous from afar, the industry has often been marred by scandals, feuds, and threats from gangsters. Over the years, many celebrities have faced the wrath of the underworld, with some surviving attacks while others tragically lost their lives. 4 Rounds Fired Outside Rohit Shetty’s House On Saturday, 31 January, unknown assailants fired four rounds outside Rohit Shetty’s residence. Shetty was inside the house at ...
“I’m a Colonel, Bhaiya!” Salman Khan Responds to Trolls Mocking His Expressions in ‘Battle of Galwan’
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“I’m a Colonel, Bhaiya!” Salman Khan Responds to Trolls Mocking His Expressions in ‘Battle of Galwan’

Mumbai: Actor Salman Khan has delivered a sharp response to critics who mocked his expressions in the film ‘Battle of Galwan’, calling them romantic. Salman clarified that he plays a colonel, and his look is meant to inspire and motivate his soldiers, not convey romance. Responding to the TrollingDuring an Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) match, Salman was asked to recreate the iconic scene from the film. While performing, he addressed the criticism, saying:"Now people will understand this isn’t a romantic look. I’m a colonel, Bhaiya. This is a colonel’s look—it shows how to inspire your team, your soldiers. I could give the same look to them too, but it would be meaningless. That look has a purpose." The trolling began when the teaser of ‘Battle of Galwan’ was released. In one sc...
Sunny Deol Smiles Again After ‘Border 2’ Success, First Time Since Father Dharmendra’s Passing
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Sunny Deol Smiles Again After ‘Border 2’ Success, First Time Since Father Dharmendra’s Passing

Mumbai: Actor Sunny Deol shared a video celebrating the success of his film ‘Border 2’, marking the first time he has been seen smiling publicly since the passing of his father, Dharmendra, on 24 November 2025. In the video, Sunny is seen cutting a cake, dancing, and thanking fans, while his team presents him with a bouquet of flowers. Celebrating ‘Border 2’The film, directed by Anurag Singh and produced by Nidhi Dutta, has taken the box office by storm. Released just a week ago, ‘Border 2’ has already grossed over ₹224 crore. In the Instagram story, Sunny celebrated with his team, cutting a cake inscribed, “Congratulations Border 2”, and joyfully singing, “Happy Border 2 you, Happy Border 2 Sunny Sir, Happy Border 2 you.” A Moment of Joy with the TeamSunny’s team members, playfully ...
Will Ranveer Singh Play a Tribal King After ‘Dhurandhar 2’? Talks Underway with ‘Nayak’ Director Shankar
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Will Ranveer Singh Play a Tribal King After ‘Dhurandhar 2’? Talks Underway with ‘Nayak’ Director Shankar

Mumbai: Fans are eager to know what Ranveer Singh’s next film will be after the megahit ‘Dhurandhar 2’, scheduled for release on 19 March. Reports suggest that the actor is in talks with acclaimed filmmaker Shankar, known for hits like ‘Nayak’ and ‘2.0’. If everything falls into place, Ranveer will play the lead role in Shankar’s upcoming pan-India project, ‘Vel Pari’, alongside Tamil superstar Vikram. ‘Dhurandhar’ Sets a New BenchmarkDirected by Aditya Dhar, ‘Dhurandhar’ not only redefined box office success but also elevated Ranveer Singh’s career to new heights. Earlier, Ranveer reportedly opted out of Farhan Akhtar’s ‘Don 3’, leaving fans curious about his next big venture. The buzz around ‘Vel Pari’ has now generated widespread excitement among audiences. Talks Between Ranveer S...
Court Bars Abhinav Kashyap from Making Defamatory Remarks, Salman Khan Gets Major Relief
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Court Bars Abhinav Kashyap from Making Defamatory Remarks, Salman Khan Gets Major Relief

Mumbai: In a significant legal relief for Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, a Mumbai court has restrained director Abhinav Kashyap from making any “derogatory or insulting remarks” against the actor or his family. Salman had filed a defamation suit seeking unconditional apology and damages of ₹9 crore. The legal action follows a series of 26 video interviews and podcasts released by Kashyap between September and December 2025, in which he allegedly made “false, defamatory, and highly insulting” statements targeting Salman Khan and his family. In addition to Kashyap, other parties, including Khushboo Hajare and multiple social media platforms, have been named in the suit. Court Finds Remarks Defamatory and Insulting The court, after reviewing the podcasts, observed that Kashyap’s st...
Upasana Singh Says Actors in the Film Industry Face Exploitation, Struggle to Make Ends Meet
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Upasana Singh Says Actors in the Film Industry Face Exploitation, Struggle to Make Ends Meet

Veteran actress Upasana Singh, best known as “Bua” from The Kapil Sharma Show, has raised serious concerns about the harsh realities of the entertainment industry. Speaking about her experiences and observations after becoming the Secretary General of CINTAA (Cine & TV Artists Association), she revealed the struggles many actors face behind the glamour. The Hidden Struggles of ActorsUpasana told IANS, “People often don’t see the dark side of the film industry. Common people think this is a glamorous life and that actors live comfortably. But the truth is very different.” She added that after assuming her role in CINTAA, actors began approaching her with their grievances. “Many revealed that they barely earn ₹1,200 in a year. Some get only four or five working days, where 25% of t...
Ahan Shetty Reveals He Was Contract-Bound for Four Years, Couldn’t Sign Other Films
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Ahan Shetty Reveals He Was Contract-Bound for Four Years, Couldn’t Sign Other Films

Bollywood actor Ahan Shetty is currently basking in the success of his latest film Border 2, directed by Anurag Singh. The action-packed movie has collected ₹224.25 crore net in just one week, with Ahan portraying Lieutenant Commander Mahendra Singh Rawat of the Indian Navy’s 14th Frigate Squadron. However, the actor revealed in an interview that following his debut film Tadap, he was not allowed to sign any other movies for four years due to a binding contract with Sajid Nadiadwala’s production house. Four-Year Hiatus ExplainedAhan spoke to Mid-Day, reflecting on how January 23 changed his life. About Tadap, he said, “Tadap earned ₹40 crore, which was significant at a time when many films struggled to even cross ₹10 crore. People called it a poor performer, but we made a profit.” ...