logo
Sanvikaa On Her 'Unsaid Chemistry' With Jitendra; Varun Dhawan Urges Media To Respect Privacy

Sanvikaa On Her 'Unsaid Chemistry' With Jitendra; Varun Dhawan Urges Media To Respect Privacy

News189 hours ago

Last Updated:
Sanvikaa spoke about her chemistry with Jitendra in Panchayat, while Varun Dhawan urged the media to handle a celebrity's final journey with dignity and sensitivity.
Pooja Singh, who goes by her stage name Sanvikaa, has quietly but powerfully etched her presence in the hearts of viewers with her portrayal of Rinki in Prime Video's Panchayat. As the series continues to trend, News18 Showsha exclusively caught up with the actor for a candid conversation on her bond with co-stars Jitendra Kumar, Neena Gupta, and Raghubir Yadav, how life has changed since Panchayat happened, and her cinematic dreams.
Varun Dhawan penned a strong note, urging the media to cover a celebrity's final journey with the utmost sensitivity. Though he didn't name anyone in his post, the actor's note comes right after Shefali Jariwala's death on Friday night. He also added that this isn't the way someone would want their last journey to be covered.
Looks like the Hera Pheri 3 controversy has come to an end! Weeks after the news of Paresh Rawal's exit from Priyadarshan's film left everyone shocked, the veteran actor has now confirmed his return to the film, which also stars Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty. In his latest interview, Paresh Rawal said that the differences have been 'resolved', and that the film will proceed as planned.
Amitabh Bachchan has never shied away from publicly expressing his pride in his son, Abhishek Bachchan. In a recent heartfelt blog post, the legendary actor once again showered praise on Abhishek, calling him his 'uttaradhikari"—a true successor—not merely by blood but by merit and dedication. Reflecting on the profound quote from his father, the late Harivansh Rai Bachchan, Big B wrote, 'Mere bete, bete hone se mere uttaradhikari nahi honge; jo mere uttaradhikari honge woh mere bete honge" — a powerful assertion that inheritors are defined not by lineage but by action and values.
Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone couldn't contain her admiration for Brad Pitt following the global release of his much-anticipated racing film F1. On Sunday, the Pathaan actor took to her Instagram Stories to share a playful tribute to Pitt, simply writing: 'Brad Pitt. That's it, that's the post. IYKYK." With that cheeky declaration, Deepika joined millions of fans around the world in swooning over the 60-year-old Hollywood icon's performance as a comeback Formula One driver.
First Published:
June 29, 2025, 22:04 IST

Orange background

Try Our AI Features

Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:

Comments

No comments yet...

Related Articles

'F1' box office collection Day 3: Brad Pitt starrer earns 8.00 Cr on its third day, takes India net total to ₹21.25 Cr
'F1' box office collection Day 3: Brad Pitt starrer earns 8.00 Cr on its third day, takes India net total to ₹21.25 Cr

Time of India

time24 minutes ago

  • Time of India

'F1' box office collection Day 3: Brad Pitt starrer earns 8.00 Cr on its third day, takes India net total to ₹21.25 Cr

Brad Pitt starrer 'F1' made it to the theatres recently and has been keeping the audience engaged. This sports drama had been in the works for a long time and created quite a buzz before its release. Let's take a look at how much it has earned worldwide in its first 3 days, 3-Day Global Collection The Hollywood sports drama 'F1' is directed by Joseph Kosinski, known for his hit film 'Top Gun: Maverick'. The movie had an early release in selected international markets on Wednesday, June 25. In the U.S. and Canada, 'F1' was released on Friday, June 27. In just 3 days since its worldwide rollout, the film has earned an impressive amount at the global box office. Strong Start at the Indian Box Office According to early reports from Sacnilk, the film earned an estimated ₹13.25 crore net over its first two days. On day three, it continued to attract audiences and collected around ₹8 crore net across all languages. With this, the film's total net earnings in India have reached approximately ₹21.25 crore in just three days. Good Audience Turnout for F1 on Sunday On Sunday, June 29, 2025, the film had good feedback from the moviegoers. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This Wrinkle Cream Keeps Selling Out At Costco (Find Out Why) The Skincare Magazine Undo The film recorded an overall English occupancy rate of 47.01% across theatres. About the film Brad Pitt plays the role of Sonny Hayes, a former Formula 1 driver. The film also stars Damson Idris , Kerry Condon , and Simone Ashley. The story follows Sonny, who was a popular F1 racer in the 1990s but had to step away after a serious accident. Thirty years later, he's persuaded to return to the sport by the owner of a struggling F1 team. The film focuses on Sonny's comeback journey as he teams up with a younger driver and tries to reclaim his place in the world of racing. Brad Pitt & Tom Cruise Reunite at F1 Premiere | Fans Lose It Over Epic Red Carpet Moment

‘F1' box-office collection: Brad Pitt's film speeds to $144M global debut, becomes Apple's biggest box office launch
‘F1' box-office collection: Brad Pitt's film speeds to $144M global debut, becomes Apple's biggest box office launch

Mint

time4 hours ago

  • Mint

‘F1' box-office collection: Brad Pitt's film speeds to $144M global debut, becomes Apple's biggest box office launch

Apple Original Films has scored its biggest theatrical success to date with 'F1', the high-octane Formula 1 drama starring Brad Pitt, which sped to an impressive $144 million global opening weekend. The Joseph Kosinski-directed feature launched across 78 international markets, collecting $88.4 million overseas and a further $55.6 million domestically. Exceeding pre-weekend projections, 'F1' not only delivered Apple's strongest box office launch but also claimed the No. 1 position among U.S. films in 74 out of 78 international territories. The film's global Imax take reached $27.7 million, with overseas markets accounting for $11.1 million of that — particularly strong showings in the UK, Japan, and South Korea. In China, 'F1' delivered $3.8 million on Imax alone, representing a massive 43% share of the country's total box office for the film. In the UK, 'F1' had a strong pole position despite soaring summer temperatures, earning $9.2 million including previews. That figure places it on par with Pitt's 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' and ahead of 'Fast X' by 17%, as well as 78% above 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die'. Comparatively, the film is tracking at current exchange rates alongside 'Gladiator II', performing 18% stronger than 'World War Z', 34% ahead of 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood', 58% above 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die', and a substantial 152% over 'Bullet Train'. The film's European performance has been especially notable, with 'F1' delivering the biggest opening weekend ever for an Apple title in the region. Eastern Europe, where Formula 1 enjoys significant popularity, has emerged as a standout contributor. As 'F1' continues its theatrical rollout, the success signals growing appetite for Apple's big-screen ventures and cements Brad Pitt's star power in global markets. With critical acclaim and strong fan interest, the film is expected to maintain momentum in the weeks ahead, particularly in territories where Formula 1 commands a devoted following.

WEEKLY NEWSWRAP, (June 23 to June 29): Squid Game 3 release to Paresh Rawal's return in Hera Pheri 3
WEEKLY NEWSWRAP, (June 23 to June 29): Squid Game 3 release to Paresh Rawal's return in Hera Pheri 3

Pink Villa

time6 hours ago

  • Pink Villa

WEEKLY NEWSWRAP, (June 23 to June 29): Squid Game 3 release to Paresh Rawal's return in Hera Pheri 3

A lot happened this week (June 23 to June 29) in the entertainment world. From Squid Game 3 release to Paresh Rawal's return in Hera Pheri 3, if you missed any of the major developments, here is a weekly newswrap. Squid Game 3 began streaming on Netflix The much-awaited third season of the popular web series Squid Game is now streaming on Netflix. Touted as the final season of the show, it comprises six episodes, with new, thrilling games taking the experience to the next level. Bigg Boss 13 fame Shefali Jariwala passed away at 42 Shefali Jariwala, known for her stint in Bigg Boss 13 and her bold moves in the Kanta Laga song, passed away at just 42. The reason for her sudden demise is reported to be cardiac arrest. Denis Villeneuve to direct the next James Bond film Denis Villeneuve, known for the Dune franchise, is all set to direct the next James Bond movie. The filmmaker. As per Variety, the French-Canadian helmer Villeneuve won against the four other frontrunners— Edward Berger, Edgar Wright, Paul King, and Jonathan Nolan — for the directorial job of the next 007 movie. Vidya Balan joins Riteish Deshmukh in Raja Shivaji Riteish Deshmukh's ambitious movie Raja Shivaji is in production these days. The movie has just gotten bigger as Vidya Balan has joined the star cast to play a crucial character in the movie. Starring Riteish Deshmukh as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the movie is being directed by Deshmukh himself. The stars cast also includes Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Mahesh Manjrekar, Sachin Khedekar, Bhagyashree, Fardeen Khan, Jitendra Joshi, Amole Gupte, and Genelia Deshmukh. Jeff Bezos and journalist Lauren Sanchez tied the knot On June 27 (Friday), Billionaire Jeff Bezos and journalist Lauren Sanchez tied the knot on an iconic San Giorgio Maggiore island in Venice (Italy). For the unversed, the Amazon founder was previously married to novelist MacKenzie Scott, while Sanchez's ex-husband is businessman Patrick Whitesell. Paresh Rawal returns to Hera Pheri 3 In a recent podcast, Paresh Rawal revealed that all his issues with Akshay Kumar and the makers of Hera Pheri 3 are solved now. He is back in the franchise, and the movie will 100% happen. The actor went on to add that Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and Priyadarshan have been friends for many years. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more.

DOWNLOAD THE APP

Get Started Now: Download the App

Ready to dive into a world of global content with local flavor? Download Daily8 app today from your preferred app store and start exploring.
app-storeplay-store