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Varun Dhawan's latest film, 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari,' is underperforming at the box office, earning just Rs 36.21 crore in six days. Despite praise for his performance, the movie's execution and storyline have disappointed fans. This follows a string of less successful projects, raising concerns about his recent film choices.

The cinematic phenomenon that is Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1' has taken the box office by storm, achieving new heights that outdo its original incarnation. The Hindi version of the sequel has demonstrated astonishing box office prowess, surpassing its predecessor's total revenue within just six days, raking in a staggering Rs 93.25 crore.

Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor's Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari garnered a mixed reception, earning Rs 33 crore domestically by its first Monday. Despite a strong opening, the film experienced a significant drop in collections, facing competition from Kantara Chapter 1 and struggling to reach the Rs 50-crore global mark.

Orry’s Mumbai home reflects his eccentric personality, featuring black-and-white décor and family-owned space. Farah Khan toured the house, discovering quirky details like his vast phone case collection, seasonal wardrobes, and a lobster bag. Family insights, party lounge, and celebrity photos highlight Orry’s unique lifestyle and close friendships.

‘Param Sundari,’ starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor, released in August and will soon stream on Amazon Prime Video. The film follows a wealthy man and a homestay owner in Kerala. Meanwhile, Janhvi’s film ‘Homebound,’ India’s entry for Oscars 2026, explores friendship and ambition in a small village.

After watching Homebound, Aneet Padda was deeply moved by the story and performances of Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor, and Vishal Jethwa. She praised director Neeraj Ghaywan for his sensitive storytelling and applauded the cast’s bravery. The film left her heavy-eyed but uplifted, and she thanked the makers on Instagram.

India's official Oscar entry, "Homebound," starring Ishaan Khatter and Janhvi Kapoor, has surpassed the Rs 2 crore box office mark. Directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, the film, inspired by a New York Times article on COVID-19 lockdown journeys, saw a slow start but experienced significant weekend and mid-week jumps. Critics lauded its poignant and impactful narrative.

Rishab Shetty's "Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1" has opened to a phenomenal start, overcoming initial slow advance bookings to mint Rs 22.46 crore by 2 PM on its release day. Strong reviews from paid premieres propelled its success, significantly outperforming "Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari." With holidays boosting evening shows, "Kantara" targets a massive Rs 40 crore opening day.

Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 headlined and directed by Rishab Shetty, setting the stage for the highly anticipated sequel to 2022's blockbuster film Kantara, has embarked on its global debut with impressive momentum. With more than USD 500,000 collected from the North American screenings already, the film is showing promise there and across India.

Varun Dhawan recently shared intimate details about his enduring love story with wife Natasha Dalal, revealing their connection began in 5th standard. He also opened up about his deep bond with pet dog Joey, crediting him for preparing him for fatherhood. Dhawan emphasized not differentiating between his dog and child, highlighting Joey's significant impact on his life.

Janhvi Kapoor, whose new film ‘Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari’ just released, addressed comparisons to her mother Sridevi. While Varun Dhawan felt she's compared to contemporaries, Janhvi views the Sridevi comparison as a compliment and an aspiration that fuels her responsibility. She also emphasized her artistic need for diverse roles to avoid boredom.

Dostana 2 has seen major cast changes, with Vikrant Massey and Lakshya now confirmed as leads after Kartik Aaryan and Janhvi Kapoor reportedly exited. Sreeleela is strongly rumored to be the new female lead, replacing Janhvi, due to her rising popularity from Pushpa 2. She is also set for a Bollywood debut alongside Kartik Aaryan in another film.

Anshula Kapoor, the beloved daughter of Boney Kapoor, is set to celebrate her engagement to her longtime love, Rohan Thakkar, in an intimate gathering on October 2, 2025. Their love story took a romantic turn when Rohan proposed under the starlit sky of Central Park, New York, back in July – exactly three years after they first crossed paths online.

Varun Dhawan recently recounted a pivotal moment when his father, David Dhawan, sternly corrected him for interfering with his direction as a young intern. David emphasized professional hierarchy, advising Varun to wait until he achieved his own stature. While initially disappointed, Varun later understood his father's wisdom, noting their creative discussions are now highly productive.

Varun Dhawan revealed he and Maniesh Paul drank alcohol from 7:30 am to convincingly portray drunkenness for a scene in Jug Jugg Jeeyo, repeating the process the next day. He also voiced concerns about social media's role in creating false narratives, impacting actors' confidence. Dhawan is set to appear next in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari.

Long before Janhvi Kapoor stepped into the movies, she remembers watching her mother, the legendary Sridevi, laugh her heart out at Govinda’s comedy. As Janhvi gears up for the release of Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari with Varun Dhawan, she fondly shared how her mother admired the 90s comedy icon and even had a soft spot for Varun after watching him in Judwaa 2.

Varun Dhawan celebrated Durga Ashtami with children, sharing festive moments on social media. A viral video showed him calmly handling a rash driving confrontation. He’s promoting ‘Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari,’ releasing October 2, 2025, where he stars alongside Janhvi Kapoor in a romantic comedy directed by Shashank Khaitan.

Social media personality Orry recently delighted fans by sharing a video with legendary actress Rekha from a star-studded party hosted by Boney Kapoor. The clip captured a playful interaction where Rekha pointed out a heart-shaped cutout on Orry's outfit, showcasing her timeless style and charm alongside designer Manish Malhotra.

Neeraj Ghaywan's 'Homebound', starring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor, opened slowly but saw a significant jump over the weekend, collecting Rs 1.63 crore by Monday despite a drop. The Oscar-nominated film, praised by critics as one of the year's best, explores friendship, caste, and migrant workers' pain, overcoming censor issues.

Akshay Kumar is experiencing a significant box office comeback with "Jolly LLB 3," which has amassed Rs 93.50 crore in just 11 days. The film now stands as his fourth-highest grosser since the pandemic, surpassing "Kesari 2." Its continued success faces a major challenge next week with the release of two big films, potentially impacting its final collections.