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Trouble for Ananya Panday and Lakshya as Chand Mera Dil Sees Slow Box Office Growth

Chand Mera Dil starring Ananya Panday and Lakshya released in theatres on May 22, but the romantic drama has not been able to make a strong impact at the box office so far. The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics after release, and its earnings during the first week have remained below expectations.

According to the latest report by Sacnilk, the film earned around ₹2.10 crore on its fifth day in theatres, which was also its first Tuesday. The collections showed very little improvement after Monday, when the movie earned ₹2.25 crore. The film had opened with ₹3 crore on its first day, while its highest single day collection came on Sunday with ₹4.25 crore. So far, Chand Mera Dil has collected around ₹18.16 crore gross in India and ₹15.35 crore net.

Many trade experts and movie fans have compared the film with last year’s blockbuster romantic drama Saiyaara starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. Saiyaara had broken several records after release and became one of the biggest romantic hits in Indian cinema. Compared to that success, Chand Mera Dil’s performance has been much weaker. However, the film is still reportedly doing better than this year’s Ek Din starring Junaid Khan and Sai Pallavi.

The story of Chand Mera Dil follows two college students in Hyderabad who fall in love and later face an unexpected pregnancy. The couple decides to keep the baby and gets married, but their relationship slowly starts falling apart because of stress, frustration and emotional pressure. A major argument between them eventually turns violent, becoming the main turning point of the story.

The film has been produced by Karan Johar along with Adar Poonawalla, Apoorva Mehta, Somen Mishra and Marijke deSouza. The screenplay has been written by Tushar Paranjape and Vivek Soni.

Meanwhile, a clip from the film featuring Ananya Panday performing a fusion Bharatanatyam dance has gone viral online. Well known dancer and choreographer Anita R Ratnam criticised the performance on social media, saying the dance misunderstood the essence of Bharatanatyam. Her comments have now added more discussion around the film online.

Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner Go Wild as Knicks Reach NBA Finals After 27 Years

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New York Knicks fans are celebrating in a huge way after the team reached the NBA Finals for the first time in 27 years. Among the excited celebrity fans were Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner, whose emotional courtside reactions quickly went viral on social media.

The Knicks secured their place in the Finals after defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 130 to 93 in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals. The win completed a clean 4 to 0 series sweep and sent fans into celebration mode inside Rocket Arena on Monday night.

Several videos from the game started trending online soon after the final buzzer. In one clip, Timothée Chalamet could be seen shouting “Let’s go!” while celebrating next to comedian Tracy Morgan, who also looked emotional during the historic moment. Another viral video showed Chalamet hugging Knicks captain Jalen Brunson before jumping up and down with Kylie Jenner while excitedly yelling, “We’re going to the finals!”

Fans online were quick to react to the actor’s passionate support for the Knicks. Many social media users joked that cameras always seem to focus on Chalamet whenever the Knicks win. One user humorously commented that Kylie Jenner was taking photos of Timothée celebrating “like it was a Renaissance painting.” Another joked that Chalamet looked more excited than some of the players themselves.

Kylie Jenner was also seen carrying a camera while taking pictures of the celebrations inside the arena. The couple coordinated their outfits for the game with a Knicks theme. Kylie wore a blue Knicks shirt along with a black Chanel bag, while Timothée wore a leather Knicks jacket paired with a gray T shirt and silver chain.

The pair have often been spotted together at basketball games since making their relationship public in 2023. Over the past few years, they have attended several major events together including the US Open, the Golden Globe Awards and multiple NBA playoff matches.

Their latest appearance has become one of the biggest talking points online, especially because of Chalamet’s emotional reaction to the Knicks finally reaching the NBA Finals after nearly three decades. Fans are now eagerly waiting to see whether the team can continue its dream run and win the championship.

Lil Wayne Reportedly Engaged to Woman in Her 20s and the Internet Has a Lot to Say

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Popular rapper Lil Wayne, whose real name is Dwayne Michael Carter Jr., is reportedly engaged once again. According to reports, the rapper proposed to his girlfriend earlier this year. While Lil Wayne has not officially confirmed the news yet, the reports have already created a huge buzz online, especially because very little is known about his fiancée.

So far, reports suggest that Lil Wayne’s fiancée is in her 20s and comes from Indiana in the United States. Her identity has not been revealed publicly yet, which has made fans even more curious. However, one thing that quickly became a major topic online was the age gap between the rapper and his reportedly much younger partner. Lil Wayne is currently 43 years old, and social media users have shared mixed reactions to the news.

Some people online felt uncomfortable about the age difference. Many users pointed out that Lil Wayne’s daughter, Reginae Carter, is 27 years old, which is older than his reported fiancée. A few users on X questioned the relationship and called the situation unusual. At the same time, many fans defended the rapper and said both individuals are adults who can make their own decisions. Supporters congratulated the couple and said age should not matter if both people are happy together.

In recent years, Lil Wayne has mostly stayed away from the spotlight when it comes to his personal life, which is why the engagement news remained private for so long. But now that reports have surfaced, many people are once again talking about the rapper’s long history of public relationships.

Lil Wayne has previously been linked to several well known celebrities. He was once engaged to model La’Tecia Thomas before the relationship ended in 2020. He was also engaged to singer Nivea, with whom he shares a son. Over the years, he has also dated rapper Trina, actress Lauren London, singer Christina Milian and several other public figures.

The rapper is also a father to four children from different relationships. His daughter Reginae was born during his marriage to Toya Johnson. The two were married from 2004 to 2006, which remains the only marriage of Lil Wayne’s life so far.

Most recently, Lil Wayne made headlines after model Denise Bidot accused him of ending their relationship on Mother’s Day in 2025. Despite the controversies, the rapper continues to remain one of the biggest names in hip hop, and now his reported engagement has once again put his personal life in the spotlight.

Sai Tamhankar’s Powerful Song From Tumbadchi Manjula Leaves Fans Emotional

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The upcoming Marathi film Tumbadchi Manjula has already created strong excitement among audiences because of its unique story, mystery and thrilling atmosphere. Now, the makers have released a new emotional song titled “Deva Mala Paav Ki Re,” which is winning hearts for its deep feelings and soulful music. The song is filmed on Sai Tamhankar and beautifully shows a person praying to God during difficult times. It captures emotions like pain, helplessness, hope and faith in a simple yet touching way.

There are moments in everyone’s life when problems become too heavy and people silently turn towards God for strength and support. This emotional feeling is shown beautifully in the song. The music, lyrics and singing together create a peaceful and emotional experience for listeners. Singer and composer Sayli Khare has handled all three responsibilities for the song including writing, composing and singing. Her heartfelt voice adds warmth and honesty to the track, making it feel like a personal prayer straight from the heart.

Sayli Khare shared an interesting story behind the song. She revealed that the song was first recorded nearly 13 years ago for another project. At that time, director Vaibhav Koragaonkar had heard it and promised her that whenever he directed his first film, this song would definitely be a part of it. Over the years, the song was considered for several projects but somehow never fit anywhere. Finally, the promise has been fulfilled through Tumbadchi Manjula. Sayli also mentioned that later Bavesh Janavlekar joined the process and helped shape the song in a better way.

Bavesh Janavlekar, Business Head of Zee Studios Marathi, said the makers wanted a voice that could properly express every emotion in the song. According to him, Sayli Khare’s calm and emotional singing style was perfect for the track. He believes the song will connect strongly with audiences and reveal the emotional side of the film.

Director Vaibhav Koragaonkar said the song plays an important role in the emotional journey of the characters. He explained that every person faces moments when words fail and only emotions remain, and the team tried to honestly show that feeling through this song.

The film is set to release across Maharashtra on June 5. Along with mystery and comedy, the film also features a strong cast including Jitendra Joshi, Sai Tamhankar, Om Bhutkar, Makarand Anaspure and Usha Nadkarni.

Ranveer Singh Faces Industry Ban After Don 3 Exit, Manoj Bajpayee Breaks Silence

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The controversy around Ranveer Singh and Don 3 has become one of the biggest talking points in Bollywood. The Federation of Western India Cine Employees, also known as FWICE, recently announced a non cooperation directive against the actor after his sudden exit from Don 3. The move came after filmmaker Farhan Akhtar reportedly approached the workers’ body and claimed that Ranveer’s decision caused major financial losses to the production.

Actor Manoj Bajpayee has now reacted to the issue. Speaking at the trailer launch of his upcoming film Governor, Manoj said that most people in the film industry only know about the matter through social media reports and do not have complete details. He added that everyone in the industry hopes the matter gets resolved soon. According to him, actors and filmmakers are all part of the same fraternity and no one wants such disputes to continue for long.

The controversy started after FWICE claimed that Ranveer left Don 3 just days before filming was expected to begin. The organisation said they sent several notices to the actor asking him to respond and discuss the matter. However, according to FWICE President Ashoke Pandit, there was no reply from the actor for a long time. He said the organisation sent three notices and reminders over several weeks. Only after FWICE announced a press conference did Ranveer’s team respond through email, saying that the matter was contractual and not under FWICE’s authority.

Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta also reacted strongly to the decision. He questioned the logic behind banning a top actor, saying that when a big film is stopped, hundreds of workers on the set lose work and income. He argued that such decisions hurt technicians and daily wage workers more than the stars themselves.

Don 3 was officially announced in 2023 by Excel Entertainment. The film created huge buzz because Ranveer Singh was introduced as the new Don, a role previously played by legendary stars Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan. Reports now claim that Farhan Akhtar’s production house suffered losses of nearly ₹45 crore after Ranveer’s exit.

Andrew Keegan Says He’s Received One-Cent Residual Checks

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Actor Andrew Keegan is opening up about the harsh reality of residual payments in Hollywood, revealing that some of the checks he receives for past projects are worth as little as one cent. During an appearance on The McBride Rewind podcast, the 10 Things I Hate About You star spoke candidly about how inconsistent residual income has become for actors, especially in the streaming era.

“I’ll get one-cent checks,” Keegan shared. “It costs, like, 40 cents to send in the mail.”

The actor admitted that the amounts are sometimes so small that he does not even bother checking which project the payment came from.

“I should probably look at which project it was,” he joked. “Because of course, one cent. It’s not worth my time.”

Keegan said the biggest residual payments he still receives come from the 1999 teen rom-com 10 Things I Hate About You, where he played arrogant high school football player Joey Donner alongside Heath Ledger, Julia Stiles, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Allison Janney.

According to Keegan, the payments from older projects can vary anywhere between $10 and $80, depending on how often the content airs or streams.

The actor’s comments come amid growing conversations in Hollywood about how streaming platforms have changed residual payments for performers. Several actors have recently spoken about receiving surprisingly tiny checks despite appearing in hit projects.

Full House actress Jodie Sweetin recently revealed that she also received a one-cent residual check for the beloved sitcom, saying syndication payouts have dramatically changed in the streaming era.

Keegan, who also appeared in shows like 7th Heaven, House, CSI: NY, and films including O and The Broken Hearts Club, said residuals today are far from a reliable source of income for many actors.

The discussion around residuals became one of the biggest issues during recent Hollywood labor strikes, with actors and writers demanding fairer compensation from streaming services as traditional television reruns continue to decline.

Matthew Perry’s Former Assistant Accused of Destroying Ketamine Evidence After Actor’s Death

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Federal prosecutors have accused Matthew Perry’s former assistant Kenneth Iwamasa of attempting to destroy evidence connected to the ketamine investigation surrounding the late actor’s death. According to a new court filing obtained by TMZ, prosecutors claim Iwamasa went into “damage control mode” immediately after Perry died and allegedly helped remove evidence tied to the ketamine conspiracy case. The filing alleges that Iwamasa instructed another individual identified as “B.M.” to dispose of ketamine bottles and syringes from Perry’s home. 

Prosecutors also claim he ordered the shredding of prescription documents and handwritten notes that reportedly identified Dr. Salvador Plasencia as a ketamine source. Federal authorities further allege that Iwamasa later admitted during a phone call with middleman Erik Fleming that he had “cleaned up the scene,” thrown away bottles and syringes, deleted digital records, and changed passwords on Perry’s devices.

Prosecutors claim Iwamasa also lied to investigators during the early stages of the case. According to the filing, he initially failed to disclose that he had allegedly injected Perry with multiple ketamine shots on the day of the actor’s death. Authorities also allege he falsely claimed Perry had hidden ketamine bottles himself.

The government is strongly rejecting Iwamasa’s defense that he was simply following Perry’s instructions. Prosecutors argue that Perry and his family trusted him to help support and protect the actor during his addiction struggles, not enable dangerous behavior.

Back in 2024, Kenneth Iwamasa pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to distribute ketamine resulting in death as part of a plea deal with federal prosecutors. Media reports that prosecutors are now seeking a 41 month prison sentence for the former assistant. His sentencing is scheduled for Wednesday.

Kevin Hart Defends Tony Hinchcliffe After George Floyd Joke Backlash

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Kevin Hart is standing by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe after the comic faced major backlash over controversial jokes involving George Floyd during Hart’s roast event. Speaking on The Breakfast Club, Kevin addressed the criticism surrounding Hinchcliffe’s roast set, which included jokes about George Floyd, lynching, and the late husband of comedian Sheryl Underwood. The remarks quickly sparked outrage online, with several comedians and members of Floyd’s family calling the material offensive and racist.

Despite the backlash, Kevin said he does not believe Tony Hinchcliffe is racist and argued that roast comedy is intentionally designed to push boundaries.

Kevin explained that while he personally would not make those jokes, he understood why Hinchcliffe went there in the context of a roast. According to him, crossing the line is often considered part of the format.

The controversy escalated further after Chelsea Handler publicly criticized both Tony Hinchcliffe and roast host Shane Gillis. Handler claimed the comedians “ruined the night” with material she considered racist and inappropriate.

George Floyd’s family also reacted strongly to the jokes, especially because this reportedly marked the second major roast event in which Hinchcliffe referenced Floyd’s death. He previously faced criticism for similar comments during Tom Brady’s roast.

Kevin Hart pushed back against criticism directed at him personally and revealed that he even reached out to Stephen Jackson, a close friend of George Floyd, after the roast to discuss the situation. However, Hart did not publicly share Jackson’s response.

While Kevin appears ready to move on from the controversy, the debate around offensive comedy, roast culture, and where audiences draw the line does not seem to be ending anytime soon.

Anne Hathaway Reveals She Was “Legally Blind” in One Eye Throughout Her 30s

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Anne Hathaway has revealed that she secretly struggled with severe vision loss for nearly a decade while continuing one of the busiest careers in Hollywood. During an appearance on The New York Times’ “Popcast” podcast, the 43-year-old actress shared that she was “basically legally blind” in her left eye throughout most of her 30s because of an early-onset cataract.

“I was half blind for 10 years,” Hathaway admitted.

The actress explained that her condition became so severe it heavily impacted her day-to-day life before she eventually underwent surgery.

“And I didn’t realize how bad it had gotten until I could finally see the full spectrum,” she said.

Honestly, that sentence alone is terrifying considering this is someone who spent those years filming movies, attending premieres, reading scripts, traveling constantly, and functioning under nonstop public scrutiny.

According to the Mayo Clinic, cataracts occur when the eye’s lens becomes cloudy, causing blurry vision that can make reading, driving, or recognizing faces increasingly difficult.

Hathaway said the condition affected more than just her eyesight.

“I didn’t realize it was actually taxing my nervous system,” she explained, adding that she feels calmer now after the surgery.

The Devil Wears Prada star described her current eyesight as “a miracle,” reflecting on how fortunate she feels to have access to treatment that may not have existed generations ago.

“I appreciate vision because I literally feel like every day I wake up and I get to see the way that I do, it’s a miracle,” Hathaway said.

The actress also addressed ongoing plastic surgery rumors that recently exploded online after fans speculated about changes in her appearance.

Hathaway pushed back against assumptions that she had undergone major cosmetic procedures, saying people often become too confident treating speculation as fact.

“These are huge medical decisions that people are presuming,” she explained.

At one point, Hathaway joked that the internet reaction was sparked by something far less dramatic.

“It’s just two braids,” she said.

Still, she admitted she does not entirely rule out cosmetic work in the future.

“I might still get a facelift someday,” Hathaway added.

Honestly, the entire conversation says a lot about how aggressively celebrity appearances get dissected online now. People were busy debating her face while she was quietly dealing with a legitimate medical condition that literally affected her ability to see.

Julie Andrews Makes Rare Public Appearance to Support Parkinson’s Research

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Julie Andrews just made a rare public appearance, and honestly, it was enough to emotionally destroy an entire generation raised on Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music. The 90-year-old Hollywood icon surprised attendees at the World Parkinson Congress in Phoenix with a pre-recorded video message supporting Parkinson’s disease awareness and research.

“Your participation is invaluable, as we seek to find a cure to this terrible disease,” Andrews said in the emotional clip. “I know well how devastating it can be.”

The actress appeared seated in front of a bright window wearing a soft blue sweater and long gold necklace while addressing the audience with the same calming voice that somehow still sounds like childhood itself.

She also referenced the organization’s “Red Thread Project,” which symbolizes unity among people affected by Parkinson’s disease.

“May we all become a beacon of light to stop it in its tracks,” Andrews added. “Count me in as a red thread.”

Even now, decades into one of the most legendary careers in entertainment history, Julie Andrews still speaks like someone narrating hope itself.

While Andrews rarely makes appearances these days, she has continued working in recent years. Since 2020, she has voiced Lady Whistledown in Bridgerton, proving that even if she’s not physically on screen often, her presence in pop culture never really disappeared.

The article also highlighted longtime Parkinson’s advocate Michael J. Fox, who was diagnosed with the disease in 1991 and later founded the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.

Fox has spent decades publicly advocating for research, treatment, and awareness surrounding the condition while continuing to act and produce.

Honestly, seeing legends like Julie Andrews and Michael J. Fox still using their platforms for causes bigger than themselves hits differently in an era where celebrity culture often feels painfully shallow.

And for fans, just hearing Andrews speak again was enough to stop the internet for a moment.