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Time of India
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shah Rukh Khan charges a huge amount compared to Salman Khan for international shows; Australian event organisers reveal Kareena Kapoor Khan is their 'queen'
Bollywood stars grab the spotlight for their performances at live events and programmes for international audiences, apart from being live on screen. Such international shows not only allow actors to connect with their fans but also serve as one of the most profitable avenues in their careers. According to Australian event organisers Pace D and Bikram Singh Randhawa, these fan-focused events are big business, particularly among the Indian diaspora living abroad. They also opened up about the huge amount Shah Rukh Khan charges for such shows compared to Salman Khan and other stars. Shah Rukh Khan's airport style wins hearts During an interview with Siddharth Kannan on his YouTube channel, the organisers shared insights into the popularity and demand for Indian actors at live events in Australia. They admitted that Shah Rukh charges a higher fee than his contemporaries, including Salman Khan. 'The moment he spreads his arms, half the country's population just falls over,' they shared. The 'Jawan' actor's female fans have an insane obsession with him. While comparing Ranveer Singh and Kartik Aaryan's remuneration for stage shows, they revealed that Ranveer receives a bigger pay cheque. At the same time, Kareena Kapoor Khan appears to be the undisputed favourite among audiences Down Under. 'People are crazy about her,' they remarked, when asked about her popularity compared to stars like Deepika Padukone , Katrina Kaif, Kriti Sanon, and Alia Bhatt. They explained Kareena's enduring appeal, 'Of course, she does. She is a senior actress. People have liked her for a long time.' They also shared that the people who spend a lot of money on such events are usually families who have been settled there for some time. They are not students but individuals with the means to afford such grand star shows. This makes senior actresses more relevant to them. 'Kareena, Aishwarya Rai , Preity Zinta—when they visit, people go crazy.' They called Kareena 'the queen' among Indian actresses in terms of live event popularity. Salman Khan has recently postponed his UK show, The Bollywood Big One. He has been doing his 'Da-Bangg Tour' for many years.
Mint
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Lights dimmed: Entertainment industry postpones live events following Kashmir terrorist attacks
The recent terrorist attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam has cast a sombre shadow over the entertainment world, prompting widespread cancellations and postponements of high-profile live events both in India and abroad. The deadly terror attack in Pahalgam district killed 26 people, mostly tourists, around 2 pm on April 22. One of the most anticipated events, The Bollywood Big One shows—scheduled for early May in Manchester and London—has been postponed. The tour was set to feature top Bollywood stars including Salman Khan, Madhuri Dixit, Varun Dhawan, Sara Ali Khan and Tiger Shroff. 'In light of the recent events in Kashmir, and with profound sadness, we have taken the difficult decision to postpone The Bollywood Big One shows. While we understand how much our fans were looking forward to these performances, we feel it is only right to pause during this time of grief,' Khan said in an Instagram post. In India, singer Shreya Ghoshal's concert in Surat was also called off, with organisers confirming that full refunds will be automatically processed for all ticket holders. Other major acts, including Arijit Singh and AP Dhillon, have also shelved performances, while comedian Kevin Hart cancelled his upcoming India tour. Siddhartha Chaturvedi, founder and CEO, Event Crafter, agreed there is a temporary impact on events as the overall mood has changed. 'Anybody would think twice before going ahead with an event at this point. Of course there would be losses and the promoters would bear the brunt, because the venue, vendors and technical equipment may already have been paid for. However, it is likely that people would help adjust these things in upcoming events given the circumstances,' added Chaturvedi, who is also former general secretary of EEMA (Event and Entertainment Management Association). Companies such as BookMyShow and District by Zomato, that allow ticketing for live events, declined to comment on the story. To be sure, post-pandemic recovery continues for India's live-events business that is curating everything from music festivals to multiple-city comedy tours for young audiences craving outdoor experiences. While the initial enthusiasm for such events was attributed to revenge consumption, as people emerged after being confined to their homes by Covid-19, footfalls have mostly sustained, industry experts said, with smaller cities joining the list of patrons for such events. With exposure to global artistes, music, and comedy, audiences in India have become receptive to diverse intellectual properties (IPs). Gen Z remains a prime target for brands, but more millennials are engaging with live events, possibly due to increased disposable income. While music is still the lowest-hanging fruit by way of mediums to engage audiences at a larger scale, the event landscape has expanded to include diverse experiences around alternative pop culture and F&B festivals. According to the year-end report by BookMyShow, the platform offered 30,687 live events across 319 cities in 2024, an 18% increase compared to the previous year. Tier-two cities including Kanpur, Shillong, and Gandhinagar reported an almost eight-fold increase in live events, signalling the democratisation of entertainment access across the country. Music tourism surged, becoming one of the defining trends of the year. Over 4,77,393 fans travelled outside their cities to attend live music events. First Published: 29 Apr 2025, 01:43 PM IST
Gulf News
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf News
Salman Khan postpones UK Bollywood tour following Pahalgam terror attacks in India
Dubai: Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has announced the postponement of his highly anticipated UK tour, The Bollywood Big One, out of respect for the victims of the recent tragic events in Kashmir. The shows, which were set to take place on May 4 in Manchester and May 5 in London, will be rescheduled to later dates. In an official statement, the organisers expressed their profound sadness over the situation and explained the decision to postpone: "Given the heartbreaking events unfolding in Kashmir, we feel it is only appropriate to pause at this time. With deep sorrow, Salman Khan and the entire team have decided to postpone The Bollywood Big One shows. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this tragedy." Fans had eagerly been awaiting the shows, which promised a spectacular lineup of Bollywood's biggest stars alongside Khan. However, the organisers emphasised that standing in solidarity with those grieving was more important than proceeding with celebrations. "We fully understand the disappointment this may cause among fans who were looking forward to these performances," the statement continued. "However, during this time of mourning, we believe it is the right and respectful decision. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused and are deeply grateful for the understanding and support from fans around the world."
Deccan Herald
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Deccan Herald
Salman Khan postpones UK tour in wake of Pahalgam terror attack
Salman was scheduled to perform on May 4 and May 5 in Manchester and London as part of 'The Bollywood Big One' shows alongside Madhuri Dixit Nene, Tiger Shroff, Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon, Sara Ali Khan, Disha Patani, Sunil Grover and Maniesh Paul.
News18
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Salman Khan Postpones His UK Tour In Light Of Pahalgam Terror Attack: ‘We Have Taken The Difficult Decision…'
Salman Khan, who was set to headline The Big Bollywood One concert in the UK, has announced the postponement of the shows in light of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam. Salman Khan, who was scheduled to headline 'The Big Bollywood One' shows in the UK on May 4 and 5, has announced the postponement of the events in light of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam. Salman Khan was set to join an ensemble of actors, including Madhuri Dixit, Varun Dhawan, Tiger Shroff, Kriti Sanon and Disha Patani for the shows. On Monday, Salman shared that it's only right to pause during this time of grief. He also shared that the new dates for the shows will be announced shortly. Salman Khan took to his Instagram account, and shared a poster of 'The Big Bollywood One' UK Tour, featuring stars such as Sara Ali Khan, Tiger Shroff, Varun Dhawan, Madhuri Dixit Nene, Kriti Sanon, Disha Patani, Sunil Grover and Maniesh Paul along with Salman. 'Postponed' was written over the poster. In his caption, Salman explained, 'In light of the recent tragic events in Kashmir, and with profound sadness, we have taken the difficult decision to postpone The Bollywood Big One shows, originally scheduled for May 4th and 5th in Manchester and London. While we understand how much our fans were looking forward to these performances, we feel it is only right to pause during this time of grief." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Salman Khan (@beingsalmankhan) He further added, 'We sincerely apologise for any disappointment or inconvenience this may cause and deeply appreciate your understanding and support. New dates for the shows will be announced shortly." On April 22, a terror attack on the tourists claimed around 26 lives in Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam. It was the deadliest attack in the Valley since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019. Singers Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal have also cancelled their concerts in light of the Pahalgam attack. Shreya Ghoshal announced the cancellation of her upcoming concert in Surat, which was part of her All Hearts Tour, while Arijit cancelled his concert scheduled for Sunday, April 27th, in Chennai. First Published:
