Entertainment Higghlights: Sikandar Sees 80% Dip In Week 2, Salman Gives A Shoutout To Sunny Deol For Jaat

Gossip mills suggested that Karan Kundrra and Tejasswi Prakash would get hitched in the upcoming months. The speculations about their wedding spread like wildfire on the internet, making the fans wonder if TejRan would tie the knot anytime soon. Karan Kundrra has refuted the rumours about him getting hitched to Tejasswi Prakash. Expressing his displeasure over the constant reports about his wedding, the Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai actor said that he should be the one announcing important events in his life. His tweet went viral on the internet as he playfully trolled the gossip mongers. "Dear new age tabloids I'm sick of you marrying me off this year or next, announcing my engagement on a reality show, just coz we're in Dubai.. I understand it gives you a lot of numbers and it's all about that these days apparently but to most of you me or my agent are just a phone call away.. why don't you just call and confirm? Abhi thoda zyaada ho ra hai nai??? Meri shaadi/engagement/roka/bacha/breakup/midlife crisis mein khud announce kar loon please, love and engagement to y'all always (sic)," he tweeted.

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma is set to reunite with Manoj Bajpayee for his next directorial titled "Police Station Mein Bhoot". Varma has previously collaborated with the actor on several projects, including "Satya" (1998) and "Kaun?" (1999). The director said it will be the first time for him to do a horror comedy film as he announced the news on his X handle. "After 'Satya', 'Kaun' and 'Shool', I am thrilled to announce, me and @BajpayeeManoj are once again teaming up for a horror comedy a genre which neither of us did. I have done horror, gangster, romantic, political dramas, adventure capers, thrillers etc, but never a horror comedy," he wrote in the caption. "With cutting-edge VFX, spine-chilling horror effects, 'Police Station Mein Bhoot' will be a fun filled film that will terrify you," he added.

Akshay Kumar on Friday said only a fool would criticise his social dramas such as "Padman" and quickly backtracked when informed about Jaya Bachchan's criticism of the title of his film "Toilet Ek Prem Katha". "If she has said it, then it must be right. I don't know. If I have made a mistake by making a film like ‘Toilet Ek Prem Katha’ and then if she says it, then it must be right," the actor said when told about Jaya Bachchan's remarks. But replying to the journalist's initial question about being at the receiving end of criticism for his social and political films, Akshay said, "I don’t think anyone has criticised my films, koi bewakoof hi hoga aisi criticise karega (Only a fool would criticise such films). I have made ‘Padman’, ‘ Airlift’, and ‘ Toilet -Ek Prem Katha’, ‘Kesari’ and ‘ Kesari 2’ and there are many such films... I have made these films with all my heart . A films teaches so many things to people. I don’t think anyone has criticise it.”

In response to the overwhelming love and appreciation coming his way, Randeep Hooda shared a heartfelt note on social media, saying, "Still soaking in all the love coming my way for Ranatunga... Playing such a menacing character and still being embraced with so much appreciation has been truly humbling. A huge thank you to my visionary director Gopichand, for trusting me with this intense role and guiding me every step of the way. Working alongside the legend Sunny Deol Paaji was an absolute blast - so down-to-earth, so full of fire. Grateful to my incredible co-stars Viineet Kumar Singh, Regina Cassandra, and Saiyami Kher - your talent and energy made every scene come alive. And a heartfelt thanks to Mythri Movie Makers and People Media Factory for believing in Jaat and going all out to bring this story to life. This journey was raw, challenging, and deeply fulfilling - and your love has made it all the more special. Here's a little glimpse from behind the madness..."

Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri shared pictures with Abhishek Agarwal, calling him the most successful producer whose unwavering faith helped bring The Kashmir Files to life. He praised their powerful collaboration and revealed that together, they are now set to bring another gut-wrenching true story to the screen with The Delhi Files. The director wrote, "Happy birthday to my younger brother, @abhishekofficl Agarwal, a man of integrity, a gem of a person, and one of the most successful producers. Your faith in #TheKashmirFiles gave strength to a film that spoke the truth. We need more producers like you to nourish and strengthen our industry with stories that matter. Together, we are committed to bringing the gut-wrenching truth of our forgotten history with #TheDelhiFiles."

Sanjay Leela Bhansali is a true maestro of Indian cinema-a filmmaker whose vision transcends the ordinary and transforms every frame into cinematic poetry. His commitment to detail and grandeur is unmatched, with each set elevated to the realm of art. Films like Gangubai Kathiawadi stand as a testament to this brilliance, where every scene feels like a painting brought to life. In an interview, celebrated cinematographer Sudeep Chatterjee shared insights into working on the sets of Gangubai Kathiawadi, particularly the intricate lighting that played a pivotal role in bringing Bhansali's vision to life. "For Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022), I tried to artificially light up an entire set-not just for night scenes, but for the day as well," Sudeep explained. "Which means, instead of using the real sun, we created our own sun and a custom daylight ambience."

As Jaat opened to rave reviews from the critics and audience, this Sunny Deol starrer surprisingly failed to rake in a double digit collection on the first day. According to a report published in Sacnilk, Jaat made an opening day collection of Rs 9.5 crores (day 1/ first Thursday). With an opening day collection of Rs 9.5 crores, Jaat recorded the third highest opening of 2025 after Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava and Salman Khan's Sikandar. This isn't all. It also recorded Randeep Hooda's highest opener ever.

Akaal: The Unconquered, which had hit the screens on April 10, has been embroiled in controversy. Set in the 1840s in Punjab, the story weaves through the life of Sardar Akaal Singh and his village as they navigate through challenges and attacks in the wake of Maharaja Ranjeet Singh's demise. Despite its historical backdrop showcasing valor and resilience, the portrayal of Sikh characters has drawn criticism, particularly from Baba Bakshish Singh. He claims the film disrespects Sikh traditions by depicting them engaging in activities contrary to their beliefs, such as consuming alcohol and tobacco, or appearing without their traditional hair. Baba Bakshish Singh has not only voiced concerns over the film's content but also criticized the government for allegedly supporting movies that, in his view, distort Sikh history. His stance is that characters based on revered Sikh warriors should be depicted with utmost respect and authenticity. Singh's allegations have led to his detention by the Patiala police, as the authorities begin to delve deeper into the matter. The controversy underscores a growing tension between creative expression and cultural sensitivities. In a collaboration that has stirred the Punjabi film industry, Gippy Grewal teamed up with Bollywood's Karan Johar to produce "Akaal: The Unconquered." Grewal, in his conversation with IANS, expressed his enthusiasm about transcending regional boundaries to reach a wider audience. He emphasized the need for Punjabi films to be accessible in Hindi, mirroring the consumption patterns of Tamil and Telugu movies in Punjab. Johar, known for his significant contributions to Bollywood, was seen as the ideal partner to bring this vision to life. Grewal revealed that their partnership was established swiftly, showcasing a mutual commitment to elevating the film's reach.

Actress Shweta Tripathi says her unwavering commitment to fitness has been deeply inspired by those around her. The actress has been following a rigorous workout regimen while maintaining a strict no-sugar diet, ensuring she stays committed. This sense of persuasion has come to her from the outlook towards fitness of those around her including her trainer and friend Tridev and Cheeta. Shweta's social media often highlights her fitness practises, as she frequently shares glimpses of her different forms of workouts she indulges in. Speaking about her fitness, Shweta shares "For me, fitness is not just about the body; it's a mindset. But this has come to me from an understanding that fitness is about showing up, taking that first step and seeing it through. I fortunately have many people around me like Cheeta and my trainer who truly stay committed and that encourages me. For my diet too much like anyone else i dont want to start or follow any fads. Like for e.g i have given up all forms of artificial sugar and just that small effort has helped me".

Vicky Kaushal's film Chhaava has finally been made available to stream on Netflix. Released on Friday, April 11, 2025, Chhaava can be watched on Netflix with a subscription plan. Amid the release of Chhaava on Netflix, the streaming giant wrote on their official social media handle, "Dilli se Dakkhan tak, ab dahad goonjegi ⚔️❤️‍🔥 Watch Chhaava, out now on Netflix. #ChhaavaOnNetflix." Chhaava is only made available in Hindi language on Netflix. The subtitle option that was given for the movie was only English. However, there is no update yet about when will Chhaava be released in Tamil and Telugu language on Netflix. As soon as the movie was dropped on the OTT platform, fans flooded X saying, "Telugu?" "Tamil audio ?". Another demanded, "Tamil dubbed Release." One wrote, "Telugu audio is needed." Well, many even claimed that the movie is still not showing in their region. One wrote on X, "It's not showing on Netflix yet!" Another frustrated viewers said, "Not showing man."

Good Bad Ugly has received an impressive response from the fans and theatres seem to be all housefull throughout the day. According to a report published in Sacnilk, Good Bad Ugly which recorded a footfall of 73.14% during the morning shows on day 1 (first Thursday), saw a hike in footfalls and recorded an occupancy of 88.81% during the night shows on the opening day