Entertainment Highlights: Sarfira Did Disastrous Business On Day 1; Anant-Radhika Get Married

Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover's daughter, Devi, has garnered a substantial following on social media. The young starlet frequently appears on her mother's Instagram, captivating fans with her adorable presence. As she celebrates her 20th month milestone, Bipasha Basu shared a heartwarming video of Devi on her Instagram stories, accompanied by a touching message: "20 blissful months with our little Goddess." Devi, born in November 2022, underwent heart surgery just three months after birth due to ventricular septal defect (VSD), a condition involving two holes in her heart.

Kareena Kapoor gives an update after she missed the Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant wedding. Taking to Instagram, she shared a picture of the duo and wrote, “Wishing you a lifetime of joy and happiness. Missed celebrating it with everyone so much… Sending lots of love (heart emojis)”.

Mirzapur Season 3 has solidified its place as a record-breaking success on Prime Video India, becoming the most-watched show ever during its launch weekend. The series also made waves globally, trending in the Top 10 on Prime Video in over 85 countries, including the US, UK, Canada, and Australia. In response to its overwhelming popularity, the makers have already begun development on the fourth season of the acclaimed show. Mirzapur continues to captivate audiences worldwide with its intense storyline and compelling characters.

Shiva Rajkumar, a prominent figure in the Kannada film industry, boasts an extensive career with numerous blockbuster films and a vast fan base. Recent reports indicate that Shiva Rajkumar is poised to make a comeback in Tollywood. It's been revealed that he has joined the cast of the upcoming Ram Charan starrer, tentatively titled RC 16. The official announcement was made by the film's makers on the microblogging platform X (formerly Twitter).

The Bollywood blockbuster '3 Idiots', starring Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi, and R Madhavan, has achieved cult status over the years, receiving widespread acclaim and adoration from both audiences and critics, solidifying its position as a beloved and iconic film. Fans have another reason to rejoice as The Academy's official Instagram handle recently shared a video from the movie on its page. The video showcased one of the most iconic scenes from the film. Sharing the video, “The Academy wrote, Rancho’s presence of mind was at 100% here. Film: 3 IDIOTS, Directed by Rajkumar Hirani, Written by Rajkumar Hirani and Abhijat Joshi (Based on the novel “Five Point Someone” by Chetan Bhagat) Starring Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor, R. Madhavan, Sharman Joshi, Omi Vaidya and Boman Irani.”

Kajal Aggarwal has recently faced disappointment after being replaced from two major projects she was initially set to star in. Fans of Kajal have expressed their dismay over these developments, which have garnered significant attention. Initially, Kajal was announced as the heroine alongside Pooja Hegde in Acharya, starring Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan, Sonu Sood, and Jisshu Sengupta. However, she was eventually replaced, leaving her fans disappointed once again. Similarly, in S Shankar's highly anticipated film Indian 2, Kajal was initially expected to play a significant role alongside Rakul Preet Singh. Despite early announcements and promotional events featuring Kajal, she did not appear in the final film released worldwide on July 12. This absence has left Kajal's fans feeling unhappy and disheartened.

The upcoming Malayalam film Padakkalam, starring Sharafudheen and Suraj Venjaramoodu, officially commenced production on Friday, July 12. The project kicked off with a ceremonial puja held at the Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple in Kochi, attended by the film's cast and crew. Produced under the banners of Friday Film House and KRG Studios, the film's backdrop will be set in a college campus where 4000 students are completing their education. Producers Vijay Babu and Karthik initiated the shoot with the traditional first clap ceremony. Making his directorial debut with "Padakkalam" is Manu Swaraj, who brings a wealth of experience as a former assistant to filmmakers Justin Mathew and Basil Joseph, and as a producer of several short films.

Akshay Kumar’s latest release Sarfira has finally hit the theatres. In a conversation with Baradwaj Rangan for Galatta Plus, Akshay Kumar revealed that his most challenging film to date has been the popular 2005 comedy, Garam Masala. Revealing the same, he stated, "“Toughest? Honestly, the toughest was Garam Masala! I used to pant while doing it because Priyan (Priyadarshan) sir used to take long, long shots."

Filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala has roped in superstar Sanjay Dutt for the highly anticipated Housefull 5, adding to the excitement surrounding the star-studded cast of this beloved comedy franchise. Known for his knack for assembling stellar ensembles, filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala expressed his delight at collaborating once again with Sanjay Dutt. Directed by Tarun Mansukhani, Housefull 5 promises to be one of the biggest instalment in the Housefull franchise as it will be entirely filmed on a cruise ship, featuring a stellar lineup including Akshay Kumar, Ritesh Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, and now Sanjay Dutt. The film is set for release on June 6, 2025, Housefull 5 is set to deliver laughter, love, and timeless entertainment to audiences worldwide.

Kamal Haasan's latest film, "Indian 2," appears to be off to a slow start at the box office. Despite high expectations for this much-anticipated sequel directed by S. Shankar, the initial reviews have not been favorable. The film has recorded a modest opening, with total collections amounting to Rs 26 crore across all languages. According to Sacnilk.com, "Indian 2" managed to collect Rs 17 crore on its opening day in Tamil. The film saw its second highest opening day collection in its Telugu version, known as "Bharateeyudu 2," which brought in Rs 7.9 crore. Meanwhile, the Hindi version, titled "Hindustani 2," earned Rs 1.1 crore on its first day.

Shah Rukh Khan, famously known as the "King of Bollywood," made a significant and heartwarming appearance at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding. Known for his magnetic presence, Shah Rukh displayed deep respect for Bollywood veterans Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan by touching their feet, a gesture that resonated with fans and underscored his admiration for the senior actors.

Akshay Kumar's film Sarfira has had a disappointing opening at the Indian box office, with estimates indicating first-day earnings between Rs 2.25 crore and Rs 2.50 crore. The future looks bleak for this Sudha Kongara directorial, as there is minimal interest from the audience to watch the film in theaters. Several factors have contributed to this poor start, including the decision to remake a film that is already popular and freely available in Hindi, as well as audience fatigue with the underdog genre.