Entertainment Highlights May 5: SRK Confirmed To Walk Met Gala 2025; Actress Accuses Aijaz Khan Of R*pe

Aamir Khan is ready to make his much-awaited return to the silver screen after three years, and fans are buzzing with excitement. His upcoming film Sitaare Zameen Par is already making headlines, especially after the makers dropped the official first poster on Monday, which has been met with a warm response from audiences. Now, there's more good news for Aamir fans — the trailer release is just around the corner! The official trailer of Sitaare Zameen Par is all set to drop on Thursday, May 8, 2025. With the poster already generating hype, the trailer is expected to give a deeper glimpse into the story and Aamir’s powerful comeback.

Indian singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh is all set to make a mark on the global fashion scene as he’s reportedly invited to the MET Gala 2025, not just for the iconic red carpet appearance but also for the highly exclusive dinner hosted by Anna Wintour. According to reports, Diljit will be seated alongside international music sensations Shakira and Nicole Scherzinger at the elite gathering. The seating arrangement is said to be a thoughtful nod to multicultural representation in both the fashion and entertainment industries. Shakira, the globally celebrated Colombian star behind hits like Hips Don’t Lie and Whenever, Wherever, and Nicole Scherzinger, best known as the lead singer of the Pussycat Dolls with hits like Don’t Cha and Beep, will join Diljit at the same table—placing him among some of the biggest names in global pop culture.

Singer Sonu Nigam recently addressed the controversy surrounding a video from his performance in Karnataka, which sparked criticism. The incident occurred when he allegedly refused a fan's request to sing in Kannada and later referenced the Pahalgam attack, which led to backlash. On Monday, Sonu posted a clarification, explaining his side of the story. In his note, Sonu emphasized that he has always shown immense respect and admiration for the language, culture, music, and musicians of Karnataka and beyond. He further mentioned that his love for Kannada songs goes beyond even his passion for Hindi music. The singer shared that he has prepared an extensive playlist of Kannada songs, spanning over an hour, whenever he performs in Karnataka.

In a shocking turn of events, Indian Idol 12 fame Pawandeep Rajan met with a fatal road accident on Monday. The talented singer was apparently traveling in Ahmedabad in a car when the fatal accident took place. An alleged video of the Indian Idol 12 winner from the hospital is being circulated all over the internet. According to a report published by Times Now, Pawandeep Rajan, who rose to fame after lifting the winner's trophy of Indian Idol Season 12, met with a fatal car accident on Monday (May 5) at around 3:40 AM IST in Ahmedabad. The singer sustained severe injuries and was then rushed to the hospital for treatment.

Ajay Devgn’s latest action-packed crime thriller Raid 2 is proving to be a strong performer at the box office. Directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, the film has now crossed the ₹70 crore milestone in the domestic market within just four days of its release. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the movie earned an estimated ₹21.50 crore on Day 4 (May 4), showing a solid jump in collections. The film also recorded a healthy Hindi occupancy rate of 39.80% across all shows for the day. Morning show attendance stood at 19.38%, which rose significantly to 45.34% in the afternoon. The highest turnout came during the evening shows with 55.07%, followed by 39.42% during the night. Released on May 1, Raid 2 continues to draw audiences, thanks to its gripping storyline, powerful performances, and word-of-mouth momentum. The total box office collection now stands at approximately ₹70.75 crore, making it one of the stronger openers of the year.

Actor Ajaz Khan, who recently made headlines for his reality show House Arrest, has now been booked by Mumbai Police following serious allegations made by an actress. She has accused him of raping her under the false promise of marriage. According to the FIR registered at Charkop Police Station, the actress said that Khan first offered her a role in his upcoming OTT show, House Arrest. Over time, he reportedly proposed to her, assuring her of marriage. She claimed that he sexually assaulted her at his home on March 25 and once again a few days later, each time convincing her that they would get married. The actress also alleged that when she questioned his existing marriage, Khan told her that his religion permits up to four marriages, and therefore, he could still marry her despite being already married.

The much-awaited film Sitaare Zameen Par, touted as the spiritual sequel to the 2007 classic Taare Zameen Par, has taken a big step forward with the launch of its first official poster. With this reveal, excitement around the film has surged once again. Set to release on June 20, the poster features Aamir Khan alongside 10 fresh faces, hinting at a heartwarming and uplifting story. Produced by Aamir Khan Productions, the film will mark the debut of Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar—a mix of new talent ready to shine on the big screen.