Entertainment Highlights April 12: Jaat Drops On Day 2; Gaurav Khanna Wins Celebrity MasterChef India

Sonu Kakkar took social media by storm after the singer announced a separation from siblings Tony Kakkar & Neha Kakkar on Saturday. Tony's decision came weeks after Amaal Malik announced his separation from his family and opened up about the tainted relationship with brother Armaan Malik. On Saturday, Tony took to Instagram and shared a story in the afternoon announcing the big news to her fans while citing the reason for the same. Tony Kakkar took to Instagram and announced the news issuing the reason that her decision came from a 'deep emotional pain', now it is still not clear why the singer has taken such a drastic decision, her latest status states, "Deeply devastated to inform you all that I am no longer a SISTER to the two talented Superstars, Tony Kakkar and Neha Kakkar. This decision of mine comes from a place of deep emotional pain, and I am truly disheartened today."

Good Bad Ugly collects Rs. 77 Cr worldwide on day 2. The Trisha Krishnan-Ajith Kumar starrer beats Madha Gaja Raja's lifetime collection, according to Sacnilk. Good Bad Ugly minted Rs. 44.25 crore net and ₹52 crore gross in India. It collected ₹25 crore overseas, which makes the total two-day collection Rs. 77 crore worldwide.

Jaaved Jaaferi on Saturday said his X account has been hacked and asked fans to complain about the security breach to the microblogging site. In an Instagram post, Jaaferi alerted his followers about the hack and shared screenshots showing how he was unable to access his X page. "So my X account (@jaavedjaaferi) has been hacked. I sincerely request those that are following me on Twitter to complain to X about. Saada Hack... Aetthe Rakh!! Thank you (sic)" he wrote, in an apparent reference to the popular song "Sadda Haq" from "Rockstar".

Sushmita Sen has shared her thoughts on the return of Pakistani actors to Hindi cinema, emphasizing that creativity knows no borders. In her view, artistic expression thrives on freedom, and limiting it would go against the very spirit of the creative world. Sen expressed her belief that film and art should remain inclusive and welcoming to talent from all backgrounds. Her comments come amid rising buzz around Fawad Khan’s much-anticipated Bollywood comeback in Abir Gulaal. While fans are thrilled about his return, the film has reignited debates within political and film industry circles about the involvement of Pakistani artists in Indian films.

Once a familiar face on Love Island Poland, 30-year-old Magdalena Sadlo—dubbed ‘Kingpin Barbie’—is now at the centre of a major criminal investigation. The reality TV star is accused of helping run a drug trafficking ring that moved large amounts of cocaine, ketamine, and cannabis from the Netherlands into the UK. Authorities claim the operation was run with near-corporate precision, drawing comparisons to logistics giants like Amazon. Sadlo, who gained fame on the show in 2021, now faces the possibility of a 20-year prison sentence.

Karan Kundrra and Tejasswi Prakash, one of television's most adored couples, are no strangers to the spotlight. Whether it's their adorable social media posts or their glamorous vacations, fans are always eager to catch a glimpse of the duo. However, the ongoing speculation about their wedding plans has finally prompted a strong response from Karan Kundrra. Taking to X (earlier known as Twitter), he wrote, "Dear new age tabloids, I’m sick of you marrying me off this year or next, announcing my engagement on a reality show, just because we’re in Dubai. I understand it gives you a lot of numbers—and that seems to be the priority these days—but to most of you, me or my agent are just a phone call away. Why not confirm first? Isn’t this getting a bit too much? Let me announce my own wedding/engagement/roka/baby/breakup/midlife crisis, please. Love and engagement to y’all always."

Released on March 30, 2025, Salman Khan’s Sikandar has faced a tough journey at the box office. Despite the initial buzz, the film has struggled to make a significant impact and now faces stiff competition from Sunny Deol’s Jaat. According to Sacnilk, Sikandar has yet to reach the ₹150 crore mark at the domestic box office. On its 12th day, the film earned only ₹75 lakh, and on the 13th day, the earnings dropped drastically, with preliminary estimates showing just ₹3 lakh. As of now, the total domestic earnings stand at ₹108.15 crore.

In the wake of the ongoing backlash surrounding Ranveer Allahbadia’s alleged remarks related to India’s Got Latent, fresh trouble seems to be brewing for the YouTuber. According to a report by India TV, the Maharashtra Cyber Cell is considering legal action after Allahbadia and influencer Apoorva Mukhija failed to appear for questioning. Summons were earlier issued to several digital creators including stand-up comic Samay Raina and YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani—both of whom reportedly complied with the notice and joined the investigation. However, the absence of Allahbadia and Mukhija has been interpreted by authorities as non-cooperation. Sources suggest that the Cyber Cell is now preparing to move forward with legal measures against the duo, citing their failure to respond as a serious obstruction in the ongoing inquiry.

Empuraan, the highly anticipated sequel to Lucifer starring Mohanlal, has achieved a remarkable feat at the global box office, grossing ₹262.72 crore in just 16 days. According to early figures from Sacnilk, the film has earned ₹103.28 crore in India’s net collections, with the Malayalam version contributing ₹94.14 crore to the total. While Empuraan had an exceptional opening week, its daily earnings have seen a sharp decline in the second week. On day 16, the Malayalam version only managed to bring in ₹35 lakh, reflecting a significant drop after its initial success.

Filmmaker Ananth Mahadevan has clarified that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) did not recommend any cuts to his upcoming film Phule, but only suggested minor amendments. In a statement to PTI, Mahadevan addressed ongoing speculation, emphasizing that the delay in the film's release is not linked to the CBFC’s feedback. Speaking about the film, Ananth said, "They had suggested some amendments, I wouldn’t call it cuts. I want to clarify that there are no cuts as such. We did so. They felt that the film should be watched by youth and everyone and it’s very educative. I don’t know why this whole storm of conflict and counter arguments are happening, I think it's a little exaggerated and unnecessary."

Television star Gaurav Khanna has emerged as the winner of the inaugural season of Celebrity MasterChef on Sony TV. The grand finale aired on Friday, where Gaurav lifted the coveted trophy, describing the moment as nothing short of surreal. Nikki Tamboli secured the runner-up position, while Tejasswi Prakash finished in third place. The finale was an emotional and celebratory event, marking a memorable end to the reality cooking show’s first successful season.

Sunny Deol’s much-anticipated film Jaat has had a modest start at the box office. According to the latest figures reported by Sacnilk.com, the film earned ₹7 crore on its second day, bringing its total collection to ₹16.5 crore over two days. Jaat opened with ₹9.5 crore on Day 1 but witnessed a slight dip in momentum on Friday, with a recorded Hindi occupancy of just 9.10%. While the initial buzz was high, the current numbers indicate that the film is yet to gain strong traction with audiences. The coming weekend will be crucial in determining whether Jaat can sustain and grow or fade out quietly at the box office.