Kajol marks friendship day with a heartfelt message on self-love; watch

 Friendship Day is usually a time when people show thanks to their close friends, but actor Kajol decided to celebrate it in a unique way.Instead of focusing on others, she used the day to think about the importance of loving herself.She reminded her fans that the strongest friendship is the one we have with ourselves.

On Friendship Day, celebrated on August 2, Kajol shared a collection of old photos on Instagram along with a touching message.

She called her "best friend" the person who has been with her since birth.She said it took her a long time to realize how important that person was and how much they had done for her, even when she didn’t notice.Now, she feels she truly understands and loves this person, and she promises to always support and love them.

In her post, she wrote, "Happy Friendship Day to the one who has been with me since I was born and before...

it took so long for me to realize how precious she was and how much she fought for me even when I didn’t see it...I see her now...and I know her and love her so much more...and last of all I promise to love her and fight for her as well forever."

Her post resonated with many people on social media, who praised her message and added heart emojis and kind words.

Many fans agreed with her idea that learning to love yourself is the first step in building meaningful friendships.

Kajol has always used Friendship Day to honor the people who have made a big difference in her life.

In the past, she has shared warm memories with her close friends, including film industry colleagues like Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar.Both have shared professional and personal connections with her over the years.

She has also been playful on such occasions before.

Last year on National Best Friend Day, she jokingly introduced her "best friends" to her fans, saying they were her coffee, her crochet, and her books.She explained she didn’t have pictures with them because she was spending time with them, and they didn’t like taking photos.She said, "I couldn’t get any pictures coz I was spending time with my best friends, and they really don’t get social media...my coffee, my crochet, and my books."

With this year’s Friendship Day post, Kajol once again gave a meaningful message, encouraging her followers to value themselves as much as they value the people around them.

Raj Thackeray takes swipe at Vivek Oberoi, R Madhavan over living in Dubai despite praising India: “Why live in Dubai if you love India?”

Raj Thackeray, the leader of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena, questioned actors Vivek Oberoi and R.Madhavan about their choice to live in Dubai, even though they have publicly praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the progress happening in India.He made these comments during an event organized by the student group of MNS in Mumbai on Saturday.Thackeray criticized the trend of many famous people and business leaders moving abroad.

He asked, “Why live in Dubai if you love India?” Thackeray specifically mentioned Vivek Oberoi, who played Modi in a 2019 film about the Prime Minister.

He said, “Vivek Oberoi, who has made a film on Modi and played Modi's role, has also gone to live in Dubai.” He also questioned R.Madhavan, who has praised Modi, and asked, “Where does he live?He lives in Dubai.So if you love India so much, if you love Modi, if you believe Modi is developing India, then why are you living in a foreign land?Why are you living in Dubai with your family?”

Thackeray claimed that these people work on government-funded projects like "Dhurandhar" and then return to Dubai.

Madhavan said he moved to Dubai during the pandemic to support his son's swimming career, and Vivek Oberoi said he went there to expand his business.

Thackeray also talked about the language used against Modi during the Cockroach Janta Party protests at Jantar Mantar in Delhi.

He agreed with Modi’s statement that such "misguided children" should be forgiven but added, “He should tell people from his own party.” He accused BJP troll groups of targeting public figures, including Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi, and members of the Thackeray family.He said many actors are now afraid to speak out publicly because of online attacks.Thackeray said abusive language should not be used against anyone and remarked, “Even they (BJP supporters) should be asked to stop (from using derogatory language).BJP troll teams started this.As you sow, so shall you reap.”

He also mentioned that the NEET paper leak controversy might have led to the CJP protests, but the large turnout showed long-standing social issues that have built up over time.

No change in King’s release date; Shah Rukh Khan ALL SET to take on Avengers: Doomsday, Jumanji: Open World and Dune: Part Three this December

After three years away from the big screen, superstar Shah Rukh Khan is coming back this year with the much-anticipated action movie, King.A special promo was shared in January, confirming the film will show in cinemas on December 24.However, recently, there were a lot of rumors saying that King might not release on that date and could be pushed to 2027.But now, source has learned that there are no plans to delay the film, and King is still set to come out on December 24, 2026.

King will be coming out at the same time as three major Hollywood films.

On December 18, there will be a big showdown between Avengers: Doomsday and Dune: Part Three.Avengers: Doomsday is expected to be a huge hit, especially after the amazing success of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which showed how much Indian audiences love Marvel movies.

Dune: Part Three is likely to be more popular with a smaller group of fans, but the Rs.

27.86 crore earned by Dune: Part Two (2024) shows the franchise has a strong fan base in India.Also, the film is expected to be shown in IMAX, which could help its box office performance.

Jumanji: Open World is part of a series that has big mass appeal.

The first two films made over Rs.50 crores each at the Indian box office, so people are looking forward to this new one, which stars Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Hart, and Karen Gillan.

A trade source said, “In India, King will have an advantage because it's a Hindi film starring Shah Rukh Khan and other big names.

Among the Hollywood films, Avengers: Doomsday will be the strongest competitor, as the franchise is now one of the biggest in India.Internationally, though, all three Hollywood films are big releases with blockbuster potential.That’s where King might face some challenges in getting enough screens.”

The trade source added, “But only a film like King can take on such big Hollywood movies.

Shah Rukh Khan is the biggest Indian star in the world.Plus, Yash Raj Films is distributing King internationally.They will use their experience and good reputation to get the best screens and showtimes.”

An industry insider said, “Many people hoped King would come out in 2027, but that would mean waiting until after April or May.

Love & War is scheduled to release on January 21, and the holy month of Ramzan starts in the first week of February.Then there will be big films like Spirit on March 5 and Varanasi on April 7.By coming out during Christmas, King might start with some screen-sharing issues.On the bright side, it won’t face any new competition until Republic Day.If the film gets good reviews, it could do really well.”

One part of the movie theater industry that is worried is the single-screen theaters.

A theater owner, who asked not to be named, said, “It will definitely be a good time for the box office.We hope that distributors and studios don’t pressure us to only screen one film.”

Sonu Nigam opens up on his failed acting career: “If I had found the right ‘mali’, this seed could have become something else”

Sonu Nigam shared his thoughts on his career, the challenges he faced, and many more things during a conversation on the YouTube show 'Game Changers with Komal Nahta'.He started his journey as a singer and in the early 2000s, he also acted in movies like Jaani Dushman - Ek Anokhi Kahani (2002), Kash Aap Hamare Hote (2003), and Love In Nepal (2004).Looking back, Sonu opened up in a way he never has before.

He started by saying, "It has been 24 years since that happened.

24 years ago, I was a kid who had just experienced fame as a singer.Every artist is a beej (seed).That beej needs a mali (gardener), soil, sunlight etc.If the seed doesn't get these requirements, it won't grow, even if it's a banyan tree's seed.When it comes to singing, I got sunlight, favourable weather and nourishing soil.By that time, I would have got these nutrients for my acting career, maine acting chod diya (smiles).I didn't get the chance."

He remarked, "If I had access to the correct mali for my acting, toh yeh beej kuch aur hota.

Gaane mein bhi agar mujhe mali acche nahin milte, toh main kahin nahin hota.I was surrounded by mali who helped me grow.Not just me, even Lata Mangeshkar ji stated that she learned from Anil Biswas ji, Mohammed Rafi ji etc.We are all beej, be it Amitabh Bachchan, Sachin Tendulkar, A R Rahman."

Sonu Nigam said he doesn't regret his acting career not working out.

He said, "It was a very good experience.After that, I focused completely on singing.Had my attention been divided, I would not have been satisfied or happy with myself.If you are pulling one rope, you'll be able to take it to a certain point.Now imagine pulling two ropes at the same time.You'll cover only a short distance and won't go very far, as your energies will be divided.Hence, had I juggled acting and singing, I would not have reached this stage in either craft."

He ended his answer by saying, "Whatever the universe is doing is for our best, and there's no reason for us to complain."

Nushrratt Bharuccha and Pashmina Roshan join Tiger Shroff, Abhishek Banerjee, Elvish Yadav in Remo D’Souza’s untitled action film

The cast of Remo D'Souza's upcoming unnamed action movie is getting more exciting.It has been reported that Nushrratt Bharuccha and Pashmina Roshan have joined the project, adding to the group that already includes Tiger Shroff, Abhishek Banerjee, and Elvish Yadav.

Nushrratt Bharuccha and Pashmina Roshan are set to appear together in this film for the first time, and both will be working with Tiger Shroff for the first time in their careers.

This also marks the first time Tiger Shroff, Abhishek Banerjee, and Elvish Yadav are working together, combining talents from different areas of the entertainment industry.

The film is being co-produced by Neeraj Tiwari and Viccky Jain, and it is expected to start filming on August 1.

While the full cast hasn't been officially announced, the project is planned as a high-energy action movie with many new collaborations.

One of the main attractions of the film is the new mix of actors.

Nushrratt and Pashmina will be sharing screen time for the first time, and both will be working with Tiger Shroff for the first time.This also brings together Tiger Shroff, Abhishek Banerjee, and Elvish Yadav for the first time, creating an interesting and unique group of talents.

The movie is designed to mix stylish action with mainstream entertainment, which is something Remo D'Souza has done in past films.

Although the plot is not yet revealed, the film has already gained attention because of its fresh and unusual cast.

For Viccky Jain, this is his first time as a film producer, under his new production company, VJ Frames.

He is known for his role on Bigg Boss and for being married to Ankita Lokhande.He recently launched his production house, and this film is the first project under it.

This project adds another action movie to Tiger Shroff's schedule.

Abhishek Banerjee continues to explore a mix of commercial and content-driven films.For Elvish Yadav, this is an important step in his acting career, as he shares the screen with established Bollywood stars.

Filming has now begun, and the cast includes Tiger Shroff, Nushrratt Bharuccha, Pashmina Roshan, Abhishek Banerjee, and Elvish Yadav.

This unnamed action entertainer is becoming one of the notable films currently in production.More information about the title, storyline, and release date is expected to be shared soon.

T-Series honours Neeraj Kalyan for 30 years of leadership; Bhushan Kumar calls him a pillar of strength

T-Series celebrated a big moment on Friday as it marked 30 years of Neeraj Kalyan's work with the company.Kalyan, who is the President and Executive Director, has been a key leader in shaping the company's growth over the past three decades.T-Series honored him for his leadership, and Bhushan Kumar, the company's Chairman and Managing Director, called him a strong and important person.

Neeraj Kalyan joined the company at a time when the Indian music industry was changing a lot.

He helped guide T-Series through major changes, from physical music to digital streaming and from local success to a strong presence on the global stage.His clear vision helped the company stay ahead in a constantly changing entertainment world.

Over the years, Kalyan has been in charge of important areas like music publishing, digital licensing, partnerships, and legal matters.

He has also played a big part in helping the company grow commercially.His leadership has been key to T-Series becoming one of the top music labels and a major force in Indian cinema.

Bhushan Kumar shared his appreciation for Kalyan's long journey with the company.

"A real leader doesn't just follow the future—they create it.Neeraj has always been a strong support, a trusted friend, and an inspiration for everyone at T-Series.His passion, vision, and hard work have helped turn T-Series into a global music and film leader.I thank him for his constant support to our team, and we look forward to honoring his legacy and achieving even more together," Kumar said.

Kalyan's time at the company has included some of the biggest changes in the music industry, like the rise of digital platforms and the importance of international partnerships.

His ability to see industry changes coming and build long-term alliances has helped T-Series stay strong not only in India but around the world.

The celebration was a way to recognize Kalyan's amazing journey and the role he played in building T-Series into the global entertainment giant it is today.

As the company continues to grow in music, films, and digital content, Kalyan remains one of the main people behind its steady progress and long-term goals.

Netflix announces Chumbak, family comedy series by Sarabhai vs Sarabhai creators; premieres August 28

Netflix has announced a new comedy series called Chumbak, which is a family-friendly show set in a modern urban Indian neighborhood.It will premiere on August 28.The show follows five families who live next to each other and explores the daily joys, problems, and fun moments that happen in a close-knit community.

Netflix has revealed that Chumbak is a comedy created by the same team behind Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Khichdi.

The series features a large group of actors including Neena Gupta, Deven Bhojani, Arjun Bijlani, Helly Shah, Manasi Parekh, Sumeet Vyas, Sandeepa Dhar, Sumeet Raghavan, Anant V.Joshi, Amyra Dastur, Delnaaz Irani, and Atul Kumar.The show is written and directed by Aatish Kapadia, who also acts as a co-producer.It is produced by JD Majethia, who also serves as the showrunner.

Tanya Bami, Series Head at Netflix India, said, “Chumbak is our latest comedy offering, a genre that our members love on Netflix.

In today’s world, our neighbors often become like family.JD and Aatish have created a world that brings this neighborhood, its relationships, its quirks, and its dynamics to life.We hope the world of Chumbak and its characters will feel familiar and real as they deal with topics like modern relationships, parenting, aging friendships, and living as a community.The style of storytelling from JD and Aatish is always warm and entertaining, making people feel connected and joyful.Their ability to find humor in everyday life without losing the emotional depth is what makes their storytelling special.As we continue to create content across different genres and formats, we are excited to bring a comedy like Chumbak to audiences in India and around the world.”

JD Majethia, the producer and showrunner, and Aatish Kapadia, the writer, director, and co-producer, said, “With Chumbak, we wanted to celebrate something we all know but may not fully appreciate anymore—the lively chaos of nostalgic neighborhoods where people can just drop by without being invited and neighbors become like family.

Comedy has always been our way to tell stories about people and their relationships.With Netflix, we found the perfect partner to share our signature style of family comedy with audiences across the country and around the world.Chumbak is a show that brings families together, creating moments of laughter across generations.That’s what makes this collaboration with Netflix so special.We hope viewers laugh with these characters, enjoy their chaos, and leave each episode with a smile.”

Chumbak will premiere on Netflix on August 28, 2026.