Entertainment Highlight Feb 19: Chhaava Stays Strong At BO On Day 5; Priyanka Chopra Jets Off From Mumbai

Regina Cassandrra recently opened up about how it feels like to be around Vidaamuyarchi co-star Ajith Kumar. She recalled, “He is one of the superstars about whom you don't feel this air of super stardom around. He is pretty good at being a relaxed and chilled human being. I'm sure there's a lot of work that goes behind it. I’ve heard people say things like, ‘He does it for the reality or he does it for a certain reason’. “But if someone has been so consistent with the way they are, like this man comes on to set and makes sure no one knows whether he's having a good or bad day. I admire that quality because if you are doing something, for whatever reason at the end of the day your intentions will come out."

Arjun Kapoor called real-life triangles is not a 'funny situation' ahead of the release of his upcoming film, Mere Husband Ki Biwi. He said, “Iss situation mein bechare ke saath jo hua hai and his past comes back because she's lost her memory. That is not a fun situation in real life to have somebody stuck in. In all honesty, I don't think anybody should be stuck in this situation or get themselves in this situation where you are trying to play two sides. I don't think that's healthy.” He further said, “See, if you're single, it's different, and when you're with someone, it's different. When you are single, in a colloquial way, you can 'have fun.' But when you are in a relationship, you cannot do this.”

Featuring Nandamuri Balakrishna, Bobby Deol, Pragya Jaiswal, Shraddha Srinath, and Chandhini Chowdary along with a special appearance by Urvashi Rautela, Daaku Maharaaj created waves at the box office. In less than 2 months after the theatrical release, the much-talked-about action-drama Daaku Maharaaj is all set for its OTT premiere. The film is all set to release on Netflix this Friday (21st February 2025).

According to a report published in Sacnilk, Chhaava has managed to cross Rs 3 crores in the overseas market on day 5 (first Tuesday). As a result, the overall overseas collection of Chhaava now stands at Rs 30 crores after the opening weekend

Komal Nahta's podcast Game Changers has been a trailblazer since its inception, generating immense buzz with its thought-provoking and deeply insightful conversations. This time, renowned producer-director Karan Johar set the tone of the show with his immensely insightful and engaging discussions. When Karan Johar was asked, "But you're the only maker who remade a flop, not a hit, and turned it into a hit?" Karan replied, "The thing was, my dad was heartbroken when "Agneepath" didn't work. Despite all the acclaim, everyone saying it was Amit ji's best performance, and even winning a National Award, the film didn't do well. He was really heartbroken. So, I felt like, in his memory, I should remake the film and hope it does well. And it did."

Taking the excitement even further, Sohum Shah is back with a BTS video while announcing the highly anticipated Abhimanyu promotional music video, set to release tomorrow. Sharing the BTS on his social media, Sohum Shah gave fans a glimpse into the making of Abhimanyu, the promotional music video arriving tomorrow. After hearing the track in the teaser, audiences were instantly hooked, and now it is all set to come to life, introducing Sohum as Abhimanyu. This is truly something never seen before and promises to take us even deeper into its thrilling world.

Producer Atlee expressed his enthusiasm for "Baby John," describing it as a family-friendly film that delivers both compelling action sequences and touching emotional moments. He said, "Baby John is a family entertainer filled with great performances and emotional moments. Varun Dhawan shines in a never-seen-before action role, supported by a talented cast including Jackie sir, Keerthy, and Wamiqa. Baby Zara made her debut in this film and her performance brought a smile on everyone's face with her natural charm and innocence. Director Kalees has brought a great blend of action and emotion to Baby John, making it an enjoyable watch for all action-drama movie fans. I'm sure audiences worldwide will love the film when it streams on Prime Video."

In the resurfaced video, Samay Raina recounts a story about a 2-month-old infant suffering from a life-threatening condition, where the parents need ₹16 crore for a crucial injection. During his set, he turns to a woman in the audience and poses a controversial question: "If you were that mother and you had Rs 16 crore in your bank account and a 2-montho-old kid, ek baar toh apne pati ko bolti na... Inflation is rising." The remark has since sparked outrage, with many criticizing his attempt at humor on such a sensitive topic. In the resurfaced clip, Samay Raina went a step further, stating that if the child survived, grew up, and later expressed a desire to become a poet, he would thrash him. His remarks did not sit well with netizens, who took to social media to condemn him. Many accused the comedian of crossing the line by making light of a child's struggle with a life-threatening illness, sparking widespread outrage. Take a look at the clip here:

Fan favourite actress Shweta Tripathi is all set to don a new hat as she ventures into production, marking an exciting new chapter in her illustrious career. Talking about her decision to step into production, Shweta expressed, "As an actor, I've been fortunate to receive immense love, support, and respect from the industry, critics, and audiences. I've always been drawn to stories that challenge conventions and offer fresh perspectives. Over the years, I've worked on projects that resonate deeply and break stereotypes, and now, with all the support I've received, I feel inspired to tell my own stories. Filmmaking is such a collaborative process, and I want to immerse myself in every aspect of it. Especially now, as women are gaining more agency and opportunities, it feels like the ideal time to embrace and celebrate this positive change to its fullest."

After witnessing a massive drop of 50% on first Monday, Chhaava has been maintaining a steady hold at the box office on day 5. According to a report published in Sacnilk, Chhaava, which made a collection of Rs 24 crores on day 4 (first Monday), raked in Rs 24.50 crores on day 5 (first Tuesday). This took the overall collections of the movie to Rs 165 crores.

Aishwarya Rai's sister-in-law Shrima Rai opened up about her feelings towards all the trolls she faced. She said, "Something was thrown completely out of context, and before I knew it, I was being painted as this new character in a Bollywood saga that they were writing about." However, throughout her conversation, Shrima did not mention Aishwarya's name but kept indirectly pointing. Shrima talked about how the controversy around her began in November and there were comments regarding her business that she built it on someone else's name. Addressing the same, Shrima said, "It was almost like when you watch those Indian TV dramas, a new character came in, and that new character was Shrima Rai. That's how I felt." Calling out all the trolls, Shrima said that she does not need her family connections to be her "calling card." "I didn't want my connection to the family to be my calling card," she said, adding, "It's one thing to have the support of whoever you are related to, but if you are doing it on your own, it's very unfair for someone to take that away from you," said Shrima.