Entertainment Highlights: SS Rajamouli's Kalki 2898 AD Cameo LEAKED; Newlyweds Sonakshi-Zaheer's Dinner Date

Akshay Kumar-Radhika Madan starrer Sarfira new song, 'Khudaya', was dropped earlier today. Sung by the incredible trio Suhit Abhyankar, Sagar Bhatia, and Neeti Mohan, and composed by Suhit Abhyankar, "Khudaya" marks a refreshing return of qawwali to the movies.

When asked by Filmibeat whether Naila Grrewal is dating anyone, the actress subtly dodged it saying, "That is a million dollar question..." She then continued, "Now whenever I'm thinking of love, I'm always thinking of those three monkeys which is Rohit, Pashmina, and Jibraan." She further teased, "Kyunki itna maine love ke bare m kisi k sath nahi bola jitna kisi aur k sath bola. So now I only picture those three, atleast for sometime, until and unless I have new ishq in my life."

Since the announcement of Sajid Nadiadwala's Sikandar starring Salman Khan, directed by AR Murugadoss, it has created a stir among the audience. Being the biggest announcement of the year, it has left everyone craving more updates about this mega project. Continuing the spree of bringing exciting updates, the makers have now shared glimpses of from the sets as the action sequence of the film has begun. The makers of Sikandar took to their social media and shared some amazing glimpses from the sets as the mega action sequence has finally begun. Warda Nadiadwala, along Sajid Nadiadwala’s mother Shaffat Nadiadwala with director AR Murugadoss, can be seen in the pictures. The makers further wrote the caption - "And the action begins today!! Need all your love and blessings #Sajid Nadiadwala's #Sikandar Directed by @a.r.murugadoss Releasing in cinemas EID 2025"

Karan Kundra and Tejasswi Prakash's relationship has recently been in headlines. There were rumors that the duo have parted ways. Karan once again slashed the rumors by posting pictures with his longtime girlfriend Tejasswi. He uploaded a slew of pictures with caption, "Karan: I click her the best 😉Or Tejasswi: love is feeling known ♥️ Select your favourite caption."

Sonakshi Sinha-Zaheer Iqbal treated fans with the sneak-peek into their 'chaotic little shaadi ka ghar'. The newlyweds shared the official wedding video in a joint post on Instagram with a caption, "Family, friends, love, friendship, laughter, silly comments, kids running around, happy tears, warm hugs, excitement, bloopers, screeches, fun, joy, anticipation, nerves, emotions and above all just pure happiness this was our chaotic little Shaadi ka ghar… and it was PERFECT… it was US ❤️"

In 2022, Vivek Agnihotri achieved significant success with his film The Kashmir Files. Despite controversies surrounding it, the movie grossed a lifetime collection of Rs. 252.90 crores, surpassing its Rs. 15 crore budget. Gulshan Devaiah, who collaborated with Agnihotri on Hate Story, has recently criticized the director's marketing approach for the film. Talking to Siddharth Kanan, the actor said, "He is a marketing guy and he has a huge following. He is immensely successful now, as a film-maker, as an author. But yes, there are some things I am critical of. The example that I was writing about The Kashmir Files, they use a lot of footage of people who have gone through that pain. Those who watched the film could recall the time of the Kashmiri Pandit exodus and what all happened with them. So they were broadcasting that on social media as publicity. I feel that is exploitation.”

Here comes the 'BAAP' of #BadNewz! Get ready for a hilariously fun ride with the exciting trio of Vicky Kaushal, Triptii Dimri, and Ammy Virk as the trailer of the much-awaited film drops tomorrow (Juen 28). Directed by Anand Tiwari, Bad Newz will be released in cinemas on July 19.

RRR director SS Rajamouli made a surprising cameo in the film Kalki 2898 AD, directed by Nag Ashwin and starring Prabhas. While Nag Ashwin had already confirmed that Vijay Deverakonda and Dulquer Salmaan would have cameo appearances, fans were thrilled to see Rajamouli as well. A leaked video shows Rajamouli driving a futuristic car and humorously calling out to Prabhas, adding an extra layer of excitement for viewers.

Riteish Deshmukh starrer human drama series, PILL is all set for its premiere on JioCinema Premium on 12th July. Following the gripping motion poster, the platform has unveiled the trailer of the series, which endeavours to unravel the inner workings of the pharmaceutical industry, responsible for our everyday well-being. Produced by Ronnie Screwvala’s RSVP Movies and created by Raj Kumar Gupta, PILL also stars actor Pavan Malhotra in a pivotal role.

Newlyweds Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal are the talk of the town. The couple tied the knot on June 23 in an intimate ceremony attended by family and friends. That evening, they hosted a reception graced by several Bollywood stars. The couple made their first public appearance after marriage on Wednesday evening, stepping out for a dinner date with close friends and relatives.

Kalki 2898 AD premiered today and is creating quite a buzz! The film features a star-studded cast including Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani in prominent roles. Initial reactions from fans attending the first-day shows indicate high praise for the performances. Additionally, fans were delighted by surprise cameo appearances in the film, confirmed by both the makers and excited viewers, featuring Vijay Deverakonda and Dulquer Salmaan.

Renowned actress and fitness enthusiast Saiyami Kher is proving that the monsoon season is no obstacle when it comes to staying fit. Known for her dedication to sports and a healthy lifestyle, Saiyami is continuing her rigorous training for the Ironman race despite the challenging weather conditions. "I have always been into sports. I have run 2 full marathons and 20 odd half marathons, so the Ironman was my next goal. For me, endurance sports make me mentally fit, so it’s my way to clear my mind," says Saiyami. Her commitment to fitness is unwavering, and she is determined to keep up her training routine, rain or shine.

Former co-stars from Miley Na Miley Hum and now MPs, Kangana Ranaut and Chirag Paswan, appear to have formed a cordial bond. A recent video captured by news agency ANI shows the two sharing a candid moment outside Parliament. They greeted each other warmly and exchanged a low-five gesture.

Reports of Pooja Entertainment, owned by Vashu Bhagnani, facing Rs 250 crore in losses have been making headlines for quite some time. Amid these reports, film producer Bhagnani revealed that Akshay Kumar recently called him to verify the accuracy of the online claims. The Bollywood star reassured Bhagnani not to worry, promising that he would always support the production house. “Akshay was the first person to call me and say not to worry, and let him know if there was anything to do. He lent his unconditional support. I also got calls from Sunny Deol, Suniel Shetty, and also my old friend David Dhawan. I am really moved by everyone, they are people who stick by you. I love the film industry, it is my jaan. There are still very emotional people in this industry who stick by you through thick and thin,” Vashu told ANI on Wednesday.

Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor have reignited breakup rumors after Malaika was absent from Arjun's birthday bash on Tuesday night. A video from the celebration, shared by Arjun's sister Anshula, shows Arjun celebrating with family and close friends, including Varun Dhawan and Sanjay Kapoor. In the video, Arjun is seen cutting his birthday cake, with Varun's wife Natasa, Maheep Kapoor, and Janhvi Kapoor also present, as reflected in a mirror. However, Malaika Arora is notably missing. Sharing the video on Reddit, one user commented, "Arjun’s birthday celebration as seen on Anshula’s post on Insta, no sign of Malaika."

Prabhas' Kalki 2898 AD, directed by Nag Ashwin, has released in theatres today. Drawing inspiration from Hindu scriptures and set in a post-apocalyptic world in 2898 AD, the film centers on a chosen group tasked with protecting Kalki, the unborn child of SUM-80, a laboratory subject. The film's early reviews are out and it is getting a decent response from moviegoers. Are you planning to watch in theatres this weekend?