MAIN VAAPAS AAUNGA has done well in the second weekend as it collected a similar amount to what it collected in the whole first week. The film collected around 11.50 crore nett in the second weekend which takes the film to almost 23 crore nett in ten days. Despite the strong second weekend the collections still remain low due to the disaster initial of the film though slowly, it is covering ground.

The film has found appreciation mainly in NCR and Punjab. The film has collected over 4.50 crore nett in East Punjab and this is mainly on the strength of Gurgaon, Chandigarh and the big cities of Punjab (political). The circuit which today is less than 10% is more than 20% for this film but going forward the key will be Mumbai city which needs to do better. Obviously it can do better in Central and Eastern India but that is unlikely to happen. This makes Mumbai city important as its a big center and can do better as the film is for the gentry audience.

The biggest issue for the film are its costs. The film should really be a success if it does business similar to the likes of THE KERALA STORY 2: GOES BEYOND or MARDAANI 3 but the costs of this film are far more than those films. The film still has time and it remains to be seen where it can finally reach. 

The collections of MAIN VAAPAS AAUNGA till date are as follows.

Friday - 2,00,00,000 apprx

Saturday - 4,25,00,000 apprx

Sunday - 5,25,00,000 apprx

COCKTAIL 2 has had good first weekend of 44 crore nett plus though the real collections will be lower due to the adds to the business over the weekend. If we allow for that then still its a good weekend for the film but the trend is a concern. The trend is probably a little better than the collections show but no way can it said to be a good trend.

The film does not have to do much from here to succeed as even a fall which is a little more than 50% will be enough for the film but on the weekend trend, that looks like a tough ask. Obviously a trend can be manufactured over the weekdays but that is a different story and eventually how long do you keep on manufacturing remains to be seen.

The limited Saturday growth means the film is unlikely to become a HIT but it can emerge a successful film depending on how it holds up from here and the weekdays are crucial for the film. A success is more than good enough for this genre at present and time will tell if COCKTAIL 2 can get there. There is rejection in the core Hindi circuits, That can be seen even with the feeding as MAIN VAAPAS AAUNGA has also seen rejection in these parts and COCKTAIL 2 was looking weaker on Sunday and that is with the former being clean.

The collections of COCKTAIL 2 are as follows.

Friday - 12,25,00,000 apprx

Saturday - 15,50,00,000 apprx

Sunday - 16,50,00,000 apprx

Five days after a tragic accident claimed the life of a crew member on the set of Love & War, filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali resumed the period drama’s shoot at Royal Palms in Goregaon on June 22. We’re told the latest schedule, which already faced months of delays, commenced under heightened safety measures.

In the wake of the accident that happened around 3 am on June 17, Bhansali Productions has apparently put an immediate stop to all night shoots of the Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal-starrer until further notice.

The demise of carpenter Chandradhari Yadav, 42, who was working on the film’s set when he allegedly suffered an electric shock, has naturally affected the crew.

A source from the set told mid-day, “The electric wire was loose and he got a shock. After the accident, the makers have decided that no night shoots will be conducted going forward. They have also ordered additional electrical inspections, mandatory safety audits before every shift, and stricter monitoring of on-set work conditions to prevent such an incident in the future.” 

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Following an accident that led to the death of a carpenter on the sets of filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming film Love & War on June 17, Bhansali Productions has offered compensation of Rs. 40 lakh to the victim’s family.

The incident took place in the early hours of June 17 at Royal Pump Studio in Mumbai’s Film City, where 42-year-old carpenter Chandradhari Singh Yadav died after suffering a severe electric shock. Preliminary findings suggest a short circuit may have caused the electrocution.

FWICE general secretary Ashok Dubey says, “Humne Rs. 50 lakh kaha tha aur humne apni taraf se prayatna kiya hai for Yadav’s family to get maximum compensation. Unhone (production team) hume bataya hai that insurance se bhi Rs. 10-15 lakh direct victim ki family ko mil sakta hai.”

The film body’s chief advisor Ashoke Pandit adds that members are urging the administration to “form a joint committee to get an audit for old structures and check on safety measures”.

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We’ve been in talks with the production team since the day of the accident. Humne apni taraf se prayatna kiya hai for Yadav’s family to get maximum compensation.

- ASHOK DUBEY, FWICE GENERAL SECRETARY

Alia Bhatt’s Alpha is set to hit the screens in less than a fortnight. The conversations at home then, we assumed, would be all about the movie.

Laughing at the thought, Soni Razdan, actor and Bhatt’s mother, revealed, “We talk about films less than people think we do. We talk about smaller domestic things, like babysitting Raha [Bhatt’s daughter] and what she’ll have for lunch. We talk a lot about food.”

Films surely can’t be far behind. In her 14-year career, Bhatt has become among the leading stars of Hindi cinema, building a filmography on stories that revolve around her characters — an exception for female stars. Razdan takes it all in with gratitude.

“She has been smartly intuitive in her choices. She probably gets offered many more [projects], but she chooses the ones her gut tells her to do. It’s remarkable because many people will go for banners and co-stars, but Alia is different and it’s paid off. You have to thank the universe for the good things that come your way.”

But with success also comes the trolling. For instance, last month, the actor was subjected to incessant negativity during her Cannes red carpet appearance, where online users alleged she wasn’t being clicked by photographers. Having been an actor for over three decades, Razdan understands that stardom comes at a price.

“You don’t need to react to everything. You can be objective. It’s a survival skill that you learn. If you can’t develop it, don’t be in this business. We get a lot of love. We don’t want to look at the other side at all.”

Pankaj Tripathi landed in Patna on Monday morning (June 22) to be by his brother’s (Vijendranath Tiwari) side after the latter was allegedly attacked in Bihar in connection with a land-related dispute. The incident reportedly took place on Sunday in the actor’s ancestral village of Besland in Barauli, Gopalganj district.

According to reports, Tripathi’s brother, Vijendranath Tiwari, sustained multiple injuries after being assaulted with sticks and clubs. He was initially admitted to Gopalganj Model Hospital and was later shifted to a medical facility in Patna for further treatment.

A source close to the family says, “Pankaj Tripathi landed in Patna this morning to be with his brother and will stay there for a couple of days. Vijendranath has sustained multiple injuries but is stable and under medical supervision. The accused has been arrested, and the police are looking into the matter. Right now, the family’s entire focus is on his recovery.”

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On Monday, reports emerged that actor Pankaj Tripathi’s elder brother, Vijayendranath Tripathi, was attacked with a sharp object and seriously injured in Bihar’s Gopalganj district. HT City has learnt that the actor has since reached Patna to be by his brother’s side.

A source tells us, “Pankaj has reached Patna to see his brother. He is in no condition to speak right now given the situation.” Sharing an update on Vijayendranath’s health, the source adds, “He has sustained multiple injuries. But he is stable, nothing life-threatening at this point.”

As per local police officials, the attack took place on Sunday in their ancestral village, Belsand Tiwari Tola following a dispute over land. Vijayendranath was initially admitted to Gopalganj Model Hospital late that night before being referred to a medical facility in Patna for further treatment.

Gopalganj Superintendent of Police Vinay Tiwari said that the accused has been identified, arrested and is being sent to judicial custody. He added that the family has not yet filed a written complaint.

As football fever grips fans across the globe with the FIFA World Cup in full swing, actor and avid football enthusiast Aparshakti Khurana reveals his deep passion and enthusiasm for the sport.

“Despite my hectic professional commitments, just the adrenaline that football carries keeps bringing me back to it,” he shares, adding that the sport is his “biggest stress buster”.

With excitement building for the ongoing World Cup, the 38-year-old shares his match-day ritual: “I try to keep my day easy at work so I’m fresh enough to watch the match... you need a lot of energy as a fan too.”

Aparshakti also adds how it fascinates him to witness the standard of football on display. He says, “The quality of football has gone up so much in the past few years — the fitness, the competition and the intensity.”

While among Indian footballers, the actor reserves a special admiration for former player Sunil Chhetri and calls him a “legend”, on the global stage, Argentina’s Lionel Messi remains his favourite. “He’s inspired generations while remaining grounded, and his journey reflects what football is all about — passion, perseverance and teamwork,” he says.

While the actor feels Indian football is progressing positively, he stresses the importance of investing in grassroots development: “More investment in youth academies and football infrastructure would help. Consistent success from the national team and stronger domestic leagues can inspire a larger fan base and create a long-term football culture.”

Having played several matches for All Stars FC, a celebrity football team dedicated to raising money for charity, Aparshakti is quick to name actor Tiger Shroff as the best footballer in the team. “His fitness is unmatchable.”

Comparing football dressing rooms with film sets, Aparshakti adds, “Even though I haven’t played football at the highest level, I know one thing for sure — no film set can compare to a locker room or a sports field. That’s where we find the real heroes. We make only films on them.”

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There are some losses that a child cannot fully comprehend in the moment, only beginning to understand their weight much later in life. For Rajat Bedi, that understanding came years after he lost his father, acclaimed filmmaker Narendra Bedi, at the age of just nine. What once felt like an absence without meaning slowly turned into a deeper awareness of what it means to grow up without a father’s presence.

Rajat shares, “I lost my father when I was nine and couldn’t process the loss back then. As I grew up, I realized what it meant to have a father, who is often the strongest pillar and a protective figure in a child’s life. Later, when I saw other children with their fathers, I understood what I had missed and felt a huge vacuum.”

The absence also reshaped life for the family in practical and emotional ways. He says, “After my father’s death, it was very challenging because my mom has always been a housewife, and raising three children became extremely difficult for her. It is also true that the way our family was recognized changed. Earlier, the whole industry would be at our house, but after dad passed away, leaving one or two people aside, many turned their backs on us. However, I hold no grudges. My mom always tells us that dad believed in taking the positives and moving on with a smile and head held high.”

Rajat still carries fragments of memory that feel personal and vivid, especially moments from his childhood when his father, despite his demanding career, would make time for affection and warmth. He recalls, “I remember being with him on shoots, being with him on the bed, him hugging me and playing a little with me. But he used to be extremely busy.”

Looking back, The Ba***ds Of Bollywood actor understands the legacy Narendra Bedi left behind through films like Jawani Diwani, Benaam, Rafoo Chakkar and Maha Chor, which continue to be remembered as part of Hindi cinema’s popular era. But for him, that legacy extends far beyond cinema. It is also shaped by his personal journey of growing up without a father and how it has influenced the way he raises his children – Vivaan and Vera – today.

He shares, “Today, when I look at my relationship with them, I realize I am trying to give them what I missed with my father. I may not have had a long journey with him, but I hope he is proud of the father I have become. Main apne bachchon ko girne nahi deta... yahi hota hai baap ka hona.”

Seven years after Kabir Singh became one of Bollywood’s most discussed films, Nikita Dutta still finds herself revisiting its impact. The actress, who played Jiya Sharma in the blockbuster which released on June 21, 2019, says the film continues to remain relevant, because conversations around it never seem to end.

Nikita says, “For me, it was a career-defining moment. After 2019, the way filmmakers looked at me and approached me changed completely. I give this film almost 99 percent of the credit for that.” 

Ironically, despite the success of the Telugu original Arjun Reddy, Nikita wasn’t convinced the Hindi remake would become such a phenomenon.

“I actually thought the opposite. We’ve seen films work brilliantly in the South and then not perform the same way in Hindi. So I didn’t expect Kabir Singh to become a hit. It taught me that sometimes you need to trust the filmmaker more than your own instincts.”

Talking about stepping into Jiya Sharma’s shoes, Nikita reveals, “Jiya was an actress, so in some ways I was just playing a subtler version of myself. Sandeep Reddy Vanga sir asked me to watch Arjun Reddy, and when I met him, all he wanted to know was whether I liked the film and the character. There were no lengthy discussions about character graphs or detailed preparation.”

Yet playing Jiya wasn’t as easy as it looked, largely because the character spoke so little. “When you don’t have dialogues, everything depends on your expressions. This was the first time I was trying that kind of subtle performance.”

The film’s success also left a lasting impact on her personally. “A big success changes you. It gave me confidence and self-belief. I suddenly felt there was something I was genuinely good at. That’s a very powerful feeling for an actor.”

COCKTAIL 2 did well on its second day as it collected 14.50 crore nett which is a jump of 20%. The actual jump is a bit more as the feeds on Saturday look less than Friday though it cant be said what is the real growth. The issue is that the growth will be more than 20% but its not towards that 50% mark which would mean a potential HIT film.

There also should be some Sunday growth though the caveat is the feeds as its unknown to which levels they will put in. The growth does suggest it will tougher from Monday but if it can hold on even normal levels from this weekend, the film will be okay.

The first COCKTAIL (2012) did 73% of its business in the first week and that despite it not having much competition over the next few weeks. The content was rejected by the majority of the country though commercially it was a HIT due to the opening weekend. Here the content looks on the similar lines. So, you sort of know its about the weekend and that has been good enough though not great. Its the usual areas of NCR, Mumbai city and Bangalore doing well.

The collections of COCKTAIL 2 are as follows.

Friday - 12,00,00,000 apprx

Saturday - 14,50,00,000 apprx