Entertainment Highlights: KJo Introduces Ranveer-Alia As Rocky-Rani, Bhojpuri Film Director Found Dead

As Khushi Kapoor is set to make her big with The Archies, Boney Kapoor opened up about the young starlet's acting aspirations. "Although, Khushi might have had these desires and an ambition to become an actress from back then, but humne nahi socha tha ki yeh actor banegi. As parents, we were just busy making sure she studies well and finishes her schooling," he was quoted saying to ETimes

As Shahid Kapoor is gearing up for the release of Bloody Daddy, he opened up about choosing dark films and gave a quirky response. "I have been married for eight years. I cannot take out frustration at home, so I go on the sets and take it out. Farzi was a warm-up and now this (Bloody Daddy)," he was quoted saying.

Santosh Sivan-directed Mumbaikar teaser was released today, May 25. The film's story revolves around a kidnapping gone wrong, which leads to complications and confusion. Mumbaikar is the Hindi remake of the Tamil movie Maanagaram and features Vijay Sethupathi and Vikrant Massey in key roles. The film will stream on Jio Cinema from June 2 and also stars Hridhu Haroon, Ranvir Shorey, Sachin Khedekar, Tanya Maniktala, and Sanjay Mishra.

After Sunny Leone made her grand Cannes Film Festival 2023 debut this year for her film Kennedy, her husband Daniel Weber took to Instagram on Thursday and shared a bunch of the actress’s pictures from the event and penned a sweet note on her success. The post also included photos of Kennedy’s director, Anurag Kashyap, and her co-star, Rahul Bhatt. Check out Daniel's post here.

Days after Ayushmann Khurrana lost his father P Khurana, the Doctor G actor penned a heartfelt note for his dad as he shared pics from the prayer meet. He wrote, "Pehli baar aisa mehsoos ho raha hai ki papa bahut duur aur bahut qareeb hain humare. Thank you for your upbringing, love, sense of humour and the most beautiful memories".

On May 22, Vaibhavi Upadhayaya tragically lost her life in a road accident in Himachal Pradesh. As authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding her death, recent reports indicate significant developments in the case. According to new claims, the actor suffered a head injury while attempting to exit her vehicle through the window. It has also been reported that she was not wearing a seat belt at the time.

The much-awaited film "Kennedy" by Anurag Kashyap, a gripping police noir tale, was recently showcased at the prestigious Grand Lumiere Theatre during the 2023 Cannes Film Festival. "Kennedy" delves into the life of an insomniac police officer, navigating various challenges in search of redemption. The film has generated immense buzz, with its screening at the illustrious Cannes venue further elevating its reputation. To add to its acclaim, Anurag Kashyap's movie received a standing ovation lasting a remarkable 7 minutes after its screening at Cannes.

Team Adipurush is poised to make history yet again. Taking the benchmark to new heights, the team, together with the media industry, is gearing up for a magnificent unveiling of the film's second song, Ram Siya Ram, on 29th May 2023. This extraordinary release will be available on multiple platforms, reaching audiences in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. With the melodious voices and composition by the renowned duo Sachet-Parampara, and heartfelt lyrics penned by Manoj Muntashir, this groundbreaking release promises to transcend boundaries and enthrall viewers worldwide.

Over the last 3 days, team Fighter has been filming high on emotional scenes against the backdrop of the War memorial, IAF base, at Chandivali Studios Compound, Mumbai. Recently, Hrithik took out time and met real-life cadets from Indian Air Force. In the picture, Hrithik Roshan is seen along side real life cadets from IAF, Delhi, who were shooting with the actor and will feature in the film. The cadets are seen wearing their ceremonial IAF uniform which is the attire they will be seen donning in the film too.

Talking about the high-octane stunts in Amazon Prime Video's Citadel, Priyanka Chopra said, "I think Anthony and Joe brought the most incredible stunt team onto the show. [Anthony and Joe Russo] have worked with the best in the business. And we were really lucky to be able to work with people like that. Our stunt team was incredible. I really think Nadia’s character’s a badass, and she comes from a place of trusting her body and her instincts. And I got to explore a lot of that with the stunts that we did. Every time I would read new pages, the stunts would just get bigger and bigger and bigger. And it was amazing to be able to imagine that and then walk in the set and actually execute it. It was great."

Hina Khan graced the G20 summit in Kashmir earlier today. Being born and brought up in Kashmir, Hina was personally invited by the Mayor of Srinagar - Mr. Junaid Azim Mattu on the summit's third day. After RRR actor Ramcharan visited Kashmir on Monday for the summit, Hina represented the entertainment industry earlier today and spoke about her growing-up days in Kashmir and how the youth of Kashmir should now be more motivated in many aspects. Hina attended the event amongst prominent personalities from architecture, business and many other sectors. After Hina's second Cannes appearance last year for her film Country of Blind, Hina is again making the country proud with her representation at the G20 summit.

On the occasion of his 51st birthday, Karan Johar has finally unveiled the first-look posters of Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt from his much-awaited directorial venture Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahaani leaving fans excited for its release. The film is slated to hit the theatres on July 28.

Following Akshay Kumar, Kangana Ranaut became the most recent celebrity to embark on a visit to the revered shrines of Kedarnath. Renowned for her deep spiritual connection, the actress utilized Instagram to document her pilgrimage to the Kedarnath Temple, posting a series of captivating photos. Joining her on this sacred journey were RRR writer Vijayendra Prasad and Kailashanand Maharaj, further enriching the experience.

Sunny Leone made a stunning appearance on the red carpet at the premiere of her film Kennedy during the Cannes Film Festival, leaving everyone in awe. The actress, who plays a significant role in Anurag Kashyap's movie, captivated attention in a nude-colored gown adorned with a striking cape. The form-fitting ensemble beautifully accentuated Sunny's curves while exuding an undeniable glamorous appeal. Notably, the dress boasted a daring thigh-high slit that Sunny effortlessly carried off with grace and poise.

During the trailer launch of Blood Daddy, Shahid Kapoor addressed rumors about his increased fee post the success of Kabir Singh. It was speculated that he is charging Rs 40 crore for his role in Bloody Daddy. Shahid appeared surprised when asked about this and responded jokingly, "Are dedo mujhe yaar". When questioned if the streaming rights of the film helped the makers recover the budget, Shahid humorously replied, "Nahi Sir, humne sabko bhade mein leke Jio ko free mein de diya picture". One of the producers chimed in, saying, "Jitna zaroorat hai, utna OTT de raha hai." Shahid then added, "Look, the three of us sitting here, do we appear unhappy? Are we looking unhappy, please tell us? Let's not delve into mathematics."

Ace filmmaker and the head honcho of Dharma Productions, Karan Johar is celebrating his 51st birthday today (May 25). After making his successful directorial debut with Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, he went on to helm films like Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, and My Name Is Khan among others, and established himself among the most talked-about filmmakers in India. Here's wishing him a very happy birthday!

As per the latest reports, it is highly unlikely that Pushpa 2 will hit the screens before May 2024. It is rumored that director Sukumar is determined to deliver an unparalleled cinematic experience to the audience, and as a result, he is considering a slight delay in the movie's release from its initial date in December 2023. However, an official announcement is still awaited. Pushpa, a film written and directed by Sukumar, captivated audiences when it was released in 2021.

On May 24, Subhash Chandra Tiwari, a prominent director in the Bhojpuri film industry, was discovered dead inside his hotel room in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh. He had been residing at Hotel Tirupati with his film crew for a shooting project. The Uttar Pradesh police have confirmed that Subhash passed away on that date. Yashveer Singh, Superintendent of Police (SP), told ANI, "There is no visible wound on his body. The body has been sent for a post-mortem to ascertain the cause of death. Further investigation will be done after getting the post-mortem report."