Timeless comedy makers
(L-R) Akshay Kumar and Asrani. Pic/X
Superstar Akshay Kumar paid an emotional tribute to late actor Asrani ahead of Bhooth Bangla’s release. Sharing a photo from the sets, he wrote, “Sometimes a picture captures an entire journey. Working with Asraniji was like a masterclass every time.” Calling him a “master of comedy”, Akshay added, “This film is not just a release, it’s a tribute, a salute to a legend.”
Akshay Kumar–Asrani collaborations
. ‘Garam Masala’ (2005)
. ‘Bhagam Bhag’ (2006)
. ‘Malamaal Weekly’ (2006)
. ‘De Dana Dan’ (2009)
. ‘Khatta Meetha’ (2010)
Pookie girl dad
Sidharth Malhotra. Pic/Instagram
Actor Sidharth Malhotra delighted fans with a playful Instagram post, embracing his “girl dad” phase. Sharing a photo with a tiny bow clipped to his hair, he captioned it, “Tell me you’re a girl dad without telling me you’re a girl dad.” Fans called it his “cutest post ever”. The actor, who welcomed a daughter with Kiara Advani last year, has often said fatherhood has “changed life for the better”.
Tiger in action
Tiger Shroff. Pic/Instagram
Tiger Shroff is set to collaborate with Dhoom 3 director Vijay Krishna Acharya for a high-octane actioner slated to go on floors this August. According to reports, the film will be mounted on a grand scale with stylised action and a fresh avatar for Tiger, aiming to reinvent his on-screen image. It is expected to deliver a cinematic experience unlike anything seen before, with a theatrical release planned for 2027.