Entertainment Highlights March 29: Empuraan (Hindi) Drops On Day 2; Salman Slammed For Ram Mandir Watch

The trailer launch of The Bhootni was nothing short of a spectacle, but amidst all the buzz, one moment stood out-a true testament to Sunny Singh's ever-growing fan craze. Amidst the sea of fans eager to meet him, one found themselves in a fix. With no paper or pen in sight, the fan did the next best thing-handed Sunny a lipstick, hoping for an autograph. Without missing a beat, the ever-charming actor took the lipstick and signed away, leaving the crowd in splits and the lucky fan ecstatic.

At a recent event on women empowerment, Genelia Deshmukh shared her thoughts on navigating success, failure, motherhood, and entrepreneurship. Speaking about success and failure, she said, "I don't give much importance to success or failure. It's a part of our life. I feel we hype our success too much and stress a bit much on failure. Whereas the impact and intent of your daily life is important. Being an actor who has worked in six languages, someone who took a break because I was having babies, I remember people telling me, 'Oh, you want to come back to films after 10 years, it won't work,' but my comeback film became a cult. We shouldn't listen to people."

Manchu Vishnu, who is also the President of the Movie Artists Association (MAA), took to his social media handles to share the update about Kannappa's postponement. He said, "Dear Fans, well-wishers, and movie lovers.. Bringing #Kannappa to life has been an incredible journey and we are committed to delivering a cinematic spectacle that meets the Highest Standards. To ensure this, we need a few more weeks to perfect a key episode requiring extensive VFX work. This means the release of the project will be a bit delayed. We sincerely regret the wait and understand the anticipation surrounding this film. I truly appreciate your patience and support it means everything to us. Kannappa is a tribute to Lord Shiva's greatest devotee, and we want to present it in the most extraordinary way possible. Our team is working tirelessly and we promise it will be worth it. We'll be back soon with an update and the New Release Date! Thank you for standing with us. (sic)." Check out the tweet below.

Chance encounters are rare, but when they happen, they make for the most heartwarming moments. That's exactly what unfolded when filmmaker Aanand L Rai and actress Sara Ali Khan unexpectedly crossed paths at the revered Gurudwara Bangla Sahib in New Delhi. Rai, who is currently in the city filming his upcoming Colour Yellow project Tere Ishk Mein with Dhanush and Kriti Sanon, had an unplanned yet special reunion with Sara. The duo has previously worked together on Atrangi Re, a film that blended romance and drama with lighthearted moments. Their collaboration struck a chord with audiences, showcasing Sara in a deeply emotional role while reaffirming Rai's talent for telling unconventional love stories. Their latest pictures from Delhi sparked nostalgia among fans, reminding them of the vibrant chemistry that defined their past project.

Sanjay Dutt is back in a powerful avtar but this time with a thrilling blend of horror, action & comedy in The Bhootnii and it’s the best thing on the internet today! The much-anticipated trailer for what promises to be the spookiest film of the year is finally out, offering a wild ride packed with entertainment, laughter, and spine-tingling jump scares. The film boasts an eclectic ensemble cast, featuring Sanjay Dutt, Mouni Roy, Sunny Singh, Palak Tiwari, Aasif Khan, and Beyounick, who makes his big Bollywood debut. It is all set to release on 18th April 2025.

In the widely circulated video, Swati Sachdeva is seen narrating an awkward encounter with her mother, who stumbled upon a vibrator in her room. While some viewers appreciated her bold and candid humor, others criticized the act, accusing her of crossing the line and promoting vulgarity under the guise of comedy. The clip has ignited a heated debate on social media, with opinions divided on the boundaries of stand-up comedy.

Mannara Chopra is ringing in her 34th birthday today, March 29! On this special occasion, her cousin and global star Priyanka Chopra extended warm wishes through her Instagram Stories. PeeCee shared a glimpse of Mannara’s recently released music video, “Ajeeb Dastaan,” while expressing her heartfelt birthday greetings. Fans and well-wishers have also flooded social media with love and messages for the birthday girl, making it a truly special celebration.

Hrithik Roshan recently celebrated his son Hrehaan Roshan’s 19th birthday with a heartfelt tribute. Marking the special occasion, the actor shared an unseen photo of Hrehaan on Instagram, expressing his love and pride. In the picture, Hrehaan is seen dressed in a black T-shirt, a black jacket, and gray slacks, posing with his back to the camera while resting his hand on his waist. Along with the image, Hrithik penned an emotional note, capturing his deep affection for his son.

Shariful Islam Shehzad, who made headlines in January for allegedly attacking actor Saif Ali Khan during a theft attempt at his Bandra residence, has now sought bail. He has filed a plea in the Mumbai Sessions Court through his lawyer, Ajay Gawali, asserting that he is innocent and the case against him is fabricated. "The FIR is completely false, and a fabricated case has been filed against him," the bail plea claims, emphasizing that Shariful Islam Shehzad has fully cooperated with the investigation. His lawyer, Ajay Gawali, argues that the prosecution has already gathered all crucial evidence, including CCTV footage and call records, leaving no possibility of his client tampering with evidence or influencing witnesses.

Disha Patani, who recently impressed audiences with her electrifying performance at the IPL 2025 opening ceremony, is back in the spotlight—this time for a different reason. A viral video of the actress enjoying a cozy dinner outing has sparked curiosity, with netizens speculating about her mystery companion. In the clip, Disha is seen laughing and chatting at a restaurant, but the camera carefully avoids revealing the person she’s dining with. This has led to debates online, particularly on Reddit, where users are questioning whether the video captures a genuine moment or is part of a planned PR strategy.

Barelvi cleric and All India Muslim Jamaat president, Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi, has criticized Bollywood star Salman Khan for wearing the ‘Ram Janmabhoomi edition’ watch, calling it “haram” (forbidden in Islam). The actor's exclusive timepiece became a talking point during promotions for his upcoming film Sikandar. Salman shared a promotional image on Instagram, flaunting the watch, which features a sleek gold dial and an orange strap.

Empuraan kicked off its box office journey with an impressive ₹50 lakh collection on its opening day (first Friday). However, the film experienced a slight dip of around 20% in the Hindi market on day two, earning ₹40 lakh, as per a report by Sacnilk. Despite the drop, Empuraan continued to outperform Marco, which only managed to collect ₹10 lakh on its second day in the Hindi market. The film’s stronghold at the box office proves its dominance over competitors.