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Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh have revealed that they are expecting their second child together. Along with the announcement, they shared a sweet glimpse of their daughter, Dua, who was born in September 2024. The couple posted jointly on Instagram, where the image featured little Dua holding a positive pregnancy test kit. Deepika kept the caption minimal, adding just two evil eye emojis. Deepika and Ranveer tied the knot on November 14, 2018, in an elaborate wedding ceremony at Lake Como. The celebrations included two traditional ceremonies honoring Deepika’s Konkani roots and Ranveer’s Sindhi heritage. Their relationship began while filming Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela in 2013, followed by a private engagement in 2015 before they went public with their marriage. The couple welcomed their first child, Dua, on September 8, 2024. Speaking about motherhood at the WAVES 2025 summit, Deepika shared how becoming a parent transformed her outlook on life. She described the experience as deeply emotional and grounding, shifting her focus from personal ambition to caring for her child and being more present in everyday moments. She has also expressed a desire to give her daughter a normal upbringing, away from constant public attention. On the professional front, Ranveer is enjoying the continued success of Dhurandhar 2, while Deepika has a busy lineup ahead. She will appear alongside Shah Rukh Khan in King, directed by Siddharth Anand, and will also star with Allu Arjun in AA22xA6. Source NDTV  

The Hindi film Dhurandhar 2 has broken a series of box office records within just one month of its release, setting new benchmarks both in India and globally. Released on March 19, with paid previews starting a day earlier, the film made a strong impression even before its official opening. It earned around Rs 43 crore from previews alone, the highest ever in India, signalling massive audience interest. The film also recorded the highest advance booking in history, selling nearly 925,000 tickets across national cinema chains ahead of release. On its opening day, the film collected Rs 102.55 crore nett in India, the biggest-ever Day 1 figure for a Hindi film. Of this, the Hindi version contributed Rs 99.10 crore, marking the highest single-day collection for a Hindi-language movie. Including previews, the domestic Day 1 total reached Rs 145.55 crore. Globally, the film earned about Rs 236.63 crore on its first day, making it one of the biggest worldwide openings for an Indian film. The strong momentum continued over the opening weekend, with total earnings of Rs 674.17 crore nett in India, among the highest ever. By the end of the first week, the film had collected around Rs 745 crore domestically, the highest first-week total for a Bollywood film, with the Hindi version alone contributing over Rs 546 crore. The film maintained steady earnings in the following weeks, with its third-week performance ranking among the strongest for Hindi cinema. In terms of milestones, the film became the fastest Hindi movie to cross Rs 500 crore, achieving the feat in just six days. It crossed Rs 800 crore within 11 days and went on to surpass Rs 1,000 crore in India by Day 18, becoming the first Hindi film to reach that mark. Dhurandhar, the first instalment of the franchise, had collected around Rs 840 crore in its lifetime, a figure the sequel surpassed within just 11 days. Internationally, the film also performed strongly, crossing Rs 1,000 crore globally within a week. Overseas collections exceeded Rs 260 crore early on and went past Rs 400 crore by the end of the first month. The film also set a unique record by becoming the highest-grossing Indian movie excluding the Gulf and China markets, with global earnings crossing Rs 1,700 crore within weeks. By the end of its first month, the film’s India nett collection had crossed Rs 1,100 crore, making it the highest-grossing Hindi film in the country. Worldwide, the film’s total earnings have reached over Rs 1,700 crore, placing it among the top three highest-grossing Indian films of all time and close to challenging long-standing records.   With inputs from NDTV    

Hollywood actress Natalie Portman is expecting her third child at the age of 44, her first with partner Tanguy Destable. In an interview with Harper's Bazaar, Portman said she feels “very grateful” about the pregnancy and described it as both a privilege and a miracle. She added that she and Destable are very excited about welcoming their child. Portman already has two children 14-year-old son Aleph and 9-year-old daughter Amalia with her former husband Benjamin Millepied. The couple divorced in 2024. Her publicist, Keleigh Morgan, confirmed the pregnancy but did not provide further details. Speaking about her personal experience, Portman said she grew up understanding how difficult pregnancy can be, as her father worked as a fertility doctor. She noted that while having a child is a joyful experience, it is not always easy for many people, and she wants to remain mindful of that. She also said she is feeling physically well and has more energy than she expected

Bhooth Bangla has opened on a solid note, marking a strong comeback at the box office for Akshay Kumar. After a preview release earlier in the week, the film saw a sharp rise in earnings on Friday. The horror-comedy collected ₹12.15 crore from over 12,000 shows, a significant 250% jump from its preview earnings of ₹3.50 crore on April 16. With this boost, its total gross collection in India has reached ₹18.90 crore, while the net domestic figure stands at ₹15.75 crore. Worldwide, the film has earned ₹23.90 crore so far. Despite the upward trend, the opening performance presents a mixed picture compared to Akshay Kumar’s recent films. Jolly LLB 3 opened slightly higher at ₹12.5 crore, while Housefull 5 debuted strongly with around ₹24 crore. On the lower end, Kesari Chapter 2 had an opening of ₹7.76 crore. Still, Bhooth Bangla stands as his biggest opener since Sooryavanshi, which earned about ₹26.29 crore on day one. Within the horror-comedy genre, however, the film lags behind recent hits. Thamma opened at ₹24 crore last year, while Stree 2 set a high benchmark with ₹51.8 crore on its first day. It also trails Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 (₹14.11 crore) and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 (₹35.5 crore). At the same time, the film faces competition from Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2, which continues to perform steadily even after a month in theatres. On its 30th day, the spy thriller added ₹2.70 crore, pushing its total net collection past ₹1,105 crore. Directed by Priyadarshan, the film marks his reunion with Akshay Kumar after several successful collaborations, including Hera Pheri, Garam Masala, Bhagam Bhag, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, De Dana Dan, and Khatta Meetha. The movie features a strong ensemble cast including Wamiqa Gabbi, Tabu, Rajpal Yadav, and Jisshu Sengupta. Addressing controversy over a song allegedly resembling one from Goopy Gyne Bagha Byne by Satyajit Ray, Priyadarshan dismissed concerns, stating that similarities can occur and emphasizing his deep respect for the legendary director. Source NDTV

Mrunal Thakur has shared her disappointment over certain unexpected changes in Son of Sardaar 2, saying some developments during the project did not match her initial expectations. In a recent interview while promoting her upcoming film Dacoit: A Love Story, the actor said she was unaware of a key casting decision that altered her perception of the story. She revealed that she did not know a much older actor would be cast as her husband in the film, which left her feeling that the project had shifted from what she originally signed up for. Mrunal said the situation affected her trust to some extent, though she added that she does not hold any regrets. In the film, Mrunal plays Rabia, while Chunky Panday portrays her estranged husband Danish. Ajay Devgn appears as Jaswinder Singh Randhawa, also known as Jassi, alongside Neeru Bajwa as his wife Dimple. The story follows Rabia and Jassi, both struggling in their marriages, who gradually develop feelings for each other. Mrunal also expressed concern that some of her key scenes were removed during editing. She mentioned an emotional sequence involving her character and a child, which highlighted Rabia’s sacrifices and maternal role, but did not make it into the final cut. Despite these issues, the actor said she remains on good terms with the film’s team and continues to look back at the experience without regret. Son of Sardaar 2 is the sequel to the 2012 film Son of Sardaar and features a cast including Ravi Kishan, Deepak Dobriyal and Kubbra Sait in key roles. #From NDTV

Warner Bros. delivered a star-studded CinemaCon presentation in Las Vegas on Tuesday, featuring major Hollywood names including Tom Cruise, Nicole Kidman, Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Sandra Bullock and Jason Momoa as it promoted its upcoming film slate. The nearly two-and-a-half-hour showcase included previews of J.J. Abrams’ sci-fi thriller The Great Beyond, Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s Digger starring Cruise, Practical Magic 2, Milly Alcock’s Supergirl, and the first seven minutes of Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Three. Villeneuve described the latest Dune installment as a “thriller” that is “more intense and definitely more emotional,” while Chalamet teased a darker evolution of his character. Cruise received a standing ovation from theater owners, marking a rare moment of celebration as he promotes his new satirical film Digger. Iñárritu called his performance “a high-wire act,” praising the actor’s commitment beyond his action-hero reputation. Studio executives Pam Abdy and Mike DeLuca highlighted Warner Bros.’ recent box office success, stressing a mix of franchise films and original storytelling. DeLuca said, “Originality is not risky. Derivative sameness is.” The presentation also emphasized the studio’s confidence in younger audiences, with executives pointing to growing enthusiasm among Generation Alpha and the “Letterboxd generation.” Warner Bros. also announced Sean Baker’s upcoming film TI AMO! under its Clockwork label, along with a 2027 slate featuring brief appearances and teasers from stars including Margot Robbie, Keanu Reeves and others. The event came amid industry debate over the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, with some filmmakers and theater groups expressing concern over consolidation, while others, including director James Cameron, voiced support.

Tom Holland has said the upcoming “Spider-Man” film will be the most emotional and mature instalment yet, as Peter Parker grapples with the consequences of making his friends forget his identity. Sony Pictures showcased fresh footage of “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” at CinemaCon in Las Vegas on Monday, revealing that Zendaya’s MJ appears to have a boyfriend. Five years after “Spider-Man: No Way Home” became a global phenomenon—grossing over $1.9 billion and featuring Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield—the fourth standalone Spider-Man film is among the most anticipated releases of the summer. Its trailer has already surpassed one billion views within four days. Safety tips for enjoying a musical show In a video message, Holland described the film as “the most emotional” and “most grown-up” entry, introducing a scene where Peter attends a housewarming for MJ and Jacob Batalon’s Ned, presenting himself as “Maynard,” a neighbour. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, the film is set for release on July 31. At CinemaCon, Sony also announced projects including an R-rated “Bloodborne” adaptation, Takashi Yamazaki’s “Grand Gear” (Feb 18, 2028), and previews of titles like “Resident Evil” and Aaron Sorkin’s “The Social Reckoning.” Featuring Jeremy Strong as Mark Zuckerberg, the film explores the 2021 “Facebook Files” investigation. Sony CEO Tom Rothman expressed optimism for the industry despite ongoing challenges, urging theaters to improve affordability and audience experience.

A lifetime devoted to music brought Asha Bhosle immense fame, but her personal life was shaped by profound love and deep heartbreak. The singer had three children-Hemant, Varsha, and Anand-from her first marriage to Ganpatrao Bhosle. Her eldest son, Hemant Bhosle, composed songs for films such as Dharam Shatru, Sansani: The Sensation, and Raja Jogi, and was also known for Kishore-Asha duets such as "Aji Kaho Kya Haal Hai" from Anpadh. Her daughter Varsha Bhosle chose a different path, working as a columnist for well-known publications. Meanwhile, her youngest son, Anand Bhosle, took charge of managing his mother's professional commitments. Two Personal Losses Despite her success, Asha Bhosle endured the pain of losing two of her children. Varsha died by suicide in 2012 at the age of 56. A few years later, in 2015, Hemant died after battling cancer. These tragedies came after an already difficult early phase in her personal life. At just 16, she had married Ganpatrao against her family's wishes, but the relationship turned troubled. After facing mistreatment from her in-laws, she returned to her maternal home with her children while pregnant with her third child. The couple eventually separated in 1960. About Her Family Born into the renowned Mangeshkar family, Asha was the daughter of Deenanath Mangeshkar and Shevanti. After her father's death when she was nine, the family moved from Pune to Kolhapur and later Mumbai, where she and her elder sister Lata Mangeshkar began working in films to support the household. Her siblings, including Usha Mangeshkar, Meena Khadikar, and Hridaynath Mangeshkar, also contributed to India's rich musical heritage. Years after her first marriage ended, Asha found companionship again with legendary composer RD Burman, forming one of Bollywood's most iconic singer-composer partnerships. Though they had no children together, their creative bond defined an era. Her family today extends to her grandchildren, including Chaitanya Bhosle and Zanai Bhosle. The legendary singer, whose versatile voice captivated generations of music lovers, breathed her last at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital on Sunday at the age of 92. The veteran singer was admitted to the hospital after suffering from extreme exhaustion and a chest infection, according to her granddaughter, Zanai Bhosle. Doctors later confirmed that she died due to multi-organ failure. She will be cremated at 4 pm with full state honours at Shivaji Park, Mumbai. Several political leaders and Bollywood celebrities rushed to pay their last respects.   # With input from media reports

Indian legendary singer Asha Bhosle, whose versatile voice captivated generations of music lovers, breathed her last at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital on Sunday. She was 92. Her death marks the end of an era in Indian music. Beyond her unparalleled contribution to cinema, the veteran singer also built a substantial financial legacy over a career spanning several decades. Estimated Net Worth According to OneIndia, Asha Bhosle had an estimated net worth of Rs 200-250 crore. Her earnings were largely driven by her long and prolific career in the Indian music industry, where she recorded thousands of songs across multiple languages. Career Earnings Over Decades Asha Bhosle began her journey at a time when playback singers were not paid royalties, especially in the early years of the industry. Despite this, her extensive body of work ensured a consistent income. Singing in a wide range of genres, from classical and ghazals to cabaret and pop, she remained in demand across generations. Her collaborations with leading composers and filmmakers resulted in some of Hindi cinema's most iconic songs, further strengthening her financial standing over time. Business Ventures Beyond Music Apart from her singing career, Asha Bhosle also explored her passion for food by launching an international restaurant chain called Asha's. The brand, founded in Dubai in 2002, expanded across several countries, including the UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, and the United Kingdom, with outlets in cities like Birmingham and Manchester. Real Estate Holdings Reports suggest that the singer owned properties worth approximately Rs 80-100 crore. Her real estate portfolio included premium residential properties in Mumbai and Pune, along with a luxury apartment that she later sold. Global Performances And Continued Popularity Even in later years, Asha Bhosle remained active on the global stage, performing live in cities across Dubai, Trinidad, the United States, and Canada.