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Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ beats Vicky Kaushal’s ‘Chhaava’ to become 2025’s biggest Indian grosser in North America

Rajinikanth's Coolie has surged past expectations, becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 overseas with USD 6.60 million in North America within nine days, surpassing Chhaava's lifetime collection. While Coolie dominates international markets, Chhaava remains the domestic box office king, earning a staggering Rs 601 crore in India, highlighting the contrasting performance of the two films in different markets.

Daisy Shah reveals shocking harassment incidents in Dombivli and Jaipur; recalls being threatened: 'He literally touched me very badly'

Daisy Shah, known for her role in 'Jai Ho', recently shared unsettling experiences of harassment. She recounted an incident in Dombivli where she was inappropriately touched in a crowded street. Another incident occurred during a song shoot in Jaipur, where she retaliated after being touched from behind in a crowd.

Mini Mathur lashes out at 'disrespectful' paparazzi; scolds them for zooming in on Kajol’s body: ‘How dare you’

Bollywood actress Kajol recently attended an event. She wore a black gown. A video of her appearance sparked pregnancy rumors online. TV host Mini Mathur defended Kajol against intrusive comments. On the work front, Kajol was last seen in 'Sarzameen'. She is set to return as Noyonika Sengupta in the second season of 'The Trial: Pyaar Kaanoon Dhokha'.

Daisy Shah opens up on the Kannada film industry’s unusual focus on navel: ‘'Either fruit salad was made on heroine's navel or...'

Actress Daisy Shah highlighted a strange trend in Kannada films, where heroines’ navels are often featured in close-ups with fruit salad, ice, or water. This sparked speculation about actor-director V Ravichandran. Earlier, Malavika Mohanan also noted South Indian cinema’s unusual fixation on navels and body zooms on social media.

‘Mahavatar Narasimha’ holds strong in North America with USD 1.75 million collection

The Indian animated film, Mahavatar Narasimha, has achieved unexpected success in North America, grossing USD 1.75 million despite competition from major live-action films. Its emotional storytelling and mythological roots resonate with audiences, particularly the Indian diaspora. Directed by Ashwin Kumar, the film's unique retelling of the Hiranyakashyap and Prahlad tale, emphasizing good versus evil, has captivated viewers.

Mohit Suri, Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda’s ‘Saiyaara’ soars past Rs 326 crore as 6th Saturday jumps over 100%

Mohit Suri's Saiyaara, starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, continues its impressive box office run. The film has earned Rs 326.9 crore in India after 37 days. Saiyaara saw a significant jump on its sixth Saturday, earning Rs 75 lakh. Strong word-of-mouth and popular music have contributed to its success. The film faces competition from Param Sundari next week.

Akshay Kumar is Bollywood’s Mohanlal, says Priyadarshan; CONFIRMS ‘Oppam’ actor's cameo in ‘Haiwaan’: ‘His character will be a surprise’

Priyadarshan's Bollywood project 'Haiwaan,' a remake of his Malayalam hit 'Oppam,' has commenced shooting in Kochi, featuring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan. The film promises a blend of thrills and drama, with significant alterations to the original screenplay. Mohanlal, who starred in 'Oppam,' will make a surprise cameo, adding to the excitement of this cinematic reunion.

Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ overtakes Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s ‘Ponniyin Selvan: 1 ’ as the second-biggest Tamil hit in North America

Rajinikanth's 'Coolie,' directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has achieved a significant milestone, grossing USD 6.60 million in North America within nine days, surpassing 'Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1.' This makes 'Coolie' the second highest-grossing Tamil film in North America, driven by strong premiere showings and pan-Indian appeal, despite weekday drops. The film's India net stands at Rs 245.50 crore after 10 days.

Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt's Rs 250 crore bungalow goes VIRAL; new video gives peek at luxurious interiors - WATCH

Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt are set to move into their newly completed bungalow, a project years in the making and reportedly valued at Rs 250 crore. A video has surfaced, offering a first look at the multi-story mansion featuring duplex living rooms, hanging gardens, and a sprawling deck.

‘Mahavatar Narsimha’ beats Aamir Khan’s ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ as the 5th biggest Hindi hit of 2025

Ashwin Kumar's Mahavatar Narsimha has achieved a historic feat, surpassing Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par to become the fifth-highest-grossing Hindi film of 2025. The mythological animation drama demonstrated remarkable staying power, maintaining strong collections despite competition from major releases like Saiyaara and War 2. Its success highlights the audience's growing interest in well-told stories rooted in Indian history and mythology.

Norman Reedus and Helena Christensen's son Mingus Reedus ARRESTED for domestic assault; punched, choked and slammed victim to ground: Reports

Mingus Reedus, son of Norman Reedus and Helena Christensen, was arrested in New York City for allegedly assaulting a woman. Reports indicate he punched her leg, choked her, and slammed her to the ground, leading to charges of criminal obstruction of breathing and third-degree assault.

Shraddha Kapoor’s LinkedIn account is FAKE? Actress pens hilarious plea: ‘Want to share my entrepreneurial journey…’

Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor is facing an unexpected hurdle in her entrepreneurial debut as her verified LinkedIn account has been blocked. Kapoor appealed to LinkedIn via Instagram, expressing her frustration over the platform's fake account flagging. Despite verification and a premium subscription, her profile remains invisible, hindering her ability to share her entrepreneurial journey.

Aamir Khan’s brother Faissal Khan plans to direct a multi-starrer film, recalls writing scripts during lockdown: ‘14 actors have already liked the subject’

Faissal Khan reflects on 'Mela' as a valuable learning experience that continues to resonate with audiences. He is now venturing into direction, with multiple scripts penned during lockdown and a multi-starrer film in the works. Faissal also acknowledged Aamir Khan's early financial support and has openly discussed his challenges with family dynamics.

Lil Nas X bares all on LA streets; seen rapping Nicki Minaj's 'Monster' before arrest - WATCH

Lil Nas X was arrested in Los Angeles after a late-night incident where he was seen walking naked on Ventura Boulevard. Video footage showed him rapping and interacting with onlookers before police arrived. He was taken into custody for allegedly charging at officers and booked for resisting arrest.

Sohail Khan shares VIDEO of father Salim Khan feeding mum Salma Khan, hails them as the ‘most lovable couple’; fans call clip ‘cutest thing ever’: WATCH

Sohail Khan shared an endearing video of his parents, Salim and Salma Khan, sparking an outpouring of love online. While the family moment went viral, Sohail reflected on his acting career, acknowledging a gap in his on-screen appearances. He expressed contentment with his ability to choose roles aligned with his preferences, emphasizing financial stability.

Deepika Padukone-Ranveer Singh's daughter Dua's face revealed; Angry fans slam video uploader as they recall Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma's struggle

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh's efforts to protect their daughter Dua's privacy were recently thwarted when a video exposing her face went viral, sparking outrage among fans. The clip, showing Dua with Deepika, prompted immediate condemnation of the uploader for disregarding the parents' wishes.

Karan Johar's son Yash rocks a ‘nepo baby’ tee; refuses to be "launched" in Bollywood; Priyanka Chopra, Shalini Passi, Twinkle Khanna and others react: WATCH

Karan Johar's son, Yash, playfully addressed nepotism by wearing a 'nepo baby' T-shirt and humorously stating he doesn't want to be launched, sparking laughter online. The video went viral, drawing reactions from celebrities and fans alike. Karan Johar, known for his self-deprecating humor, shared the moment, while also hinting at his return to directing in 2026.

'War 2' box office collection Day 10: Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR and Kiara Advani starrer picks up pace on Saturday; Collections cross Rs 214 crore mark

Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani's 'War 2' showed slight recovery on its second Saturday, collecting approximately Rs 6.25 crore, bringing its India net total to Rs 214.5 crore. Despite a strong opening, the film faces competition from Rajinikanth's 'Coolie'. 'War 2' has grossed Rs 320 crore worldwide but needs further gains to recoup its Rs 400 crore budget.

When both Neetu Kapoor and Rishi Kapoor fainted at their wedding: 'I was drunk when I was taking pheras...'

Neetu Kapoor reminisced about her grand 1980 wedding to Rishi Kapoor, revealing amusing details like the massive crowd of five thousand people at RK House. Amidst the chaos of pickpocketers and unwanted gifts, both Neetu and Rishi fainted during the ceremony due to the overwhelming atmosphere. To calm their nerves, they resorted to brandy, leading to a slightly tipsy pheras.

Twinkle Khanna drops heartwarming family moments with Akshay Kumar, Aarav and Nitara: 'Happiness collides against you when...'

Twinkle Khanna is sharing heartwarming glimpses of her personal life on Instagram, featuring joyful moments with her children and husband, Akshay Kumar. These authentic peeks into her life away from the spotlight are winning hearts. On the work front, Twinkle is set to co-host a new talk show, 'Two Much,' with Kajol.