Newsmakers Of The Day : Samantha Turns 38 Paresh Rawal On Akshay Kumar And More

Today the world of entertainment had several major events, from box office successes to exciting celebrity reveals. Here’s a quick rundown of the latest developments.

Emraan Hashmi’s Ground Zero Sees Box Office Growth

Emraan Hashmi’s military drama Ground Zero had a slow start at the box office, earning Rs 1.15 crore on its opening day. However, the film has seen a boost over the weekend, with Rs 1.9 crore on Saturday and Rs 2.15 crore on Sunday. The positive word of mouth and the current mood in the valley seem to be driving the growth, bringing its total collections to Rs 5.20 crores after the first three days.

Paresh Rawal Talks About His Professional Bond with Akshay Kumar

Veteran actor Paresh Rawal recently opened up about his professional relationship with Akshay Kumar, which has been built over years of collaborations. Known for their impeccable comic timing in films like Hera Pheri and De Dana Dan, Rawal clarified that their bond is grounded in respect and shared professional experiences. Although he considers Kumar a colleague, Rawal emphasized that his closest and true friends in the industry remain those he made during his theatre days, such as Om Puri, Naseeruddin Shah, and Johnny Lever.

Shah Rukh Khan’s Met Gala Debut Sparks Excitement

Shah Rukh Khan, whose presence on the global stage is always eagerly anticipated, may make his debut at the prestigious Met Gala this year. Speculation has been buzzing ever since a fashion page reported that Khan will be the first Indian actor to attend the event, with his manager liking the post. It’s further rumoured that Khan will wear a creation by Indian designer Sabyasachi, adding to the excitement surrounding his potential appearance at the iconic fashion event.

Raid 2 Faces CBFC Scrutiny Before Release

Anticipation for Raid 2, starring Ajay Devgn as IRS officer Amay Patnaik, is building up ahead of its May 1 release. However, the film faced some minor censorship issues with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), which requested changes to avoid political sensitivity. The CBFC advised replacing “Railway Mantri” with “Bada Mantri” and removing a specific eight-second dialogue. Despite these changes, Raid 2 managed to secure an early censor certificate and will be one of the first major Bollywood films to be classified under the new U/A 7+ rating system.

Samantha Celebrates 38th Birthday

Today marks the 38th birthday of the incredibly talented Samantha Ruth Prabhu, one of the most respected actresses in the Indian film industry. Known for her stunning performances across Tamil and Telugu cinema, Samantha continues to earn the admiration of fans and critics alike. Her commitment to her craft has made her one of the most beloved stars of her generation.

Anupam Kher Introduces Shubhangi as the Leading lady of Tanvi The Great

At the teaser launch event for his new film Tanvi The Great, Anupam Kher introduced Shubhangi as the film’s lead actress. Shubhangi, an alumna of Kher’s acting school, Actor Prepares, was revealed to be the face of the project. The event also saw Kajol in attendance, who looked stunning in a white top and blazer. Shubhangi was seen dressed in her character’s costume from the film, a mid-length pink skirt paired with a yellow top, black jacket, and brown shawl.

These stories highlight the exciting and dynamic nature of the Bollywood industry, where surprises and developments unfold daily.