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The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival kicked off on April 11 at the Empire Polo Club in California. Among the standout performances at the event, it was the K-pop stars who stole the show. Special mention: BLACKPINK’s Jennie and Lisa, including boyband ENHYPEN.  

While the festival marked ENHYPEN’s first outing at Coachella, Jennie and Lisa had previously performed on the desert stage as a group. This year, the girls made their solo debut at the music festival.

Jennie took the crowd into a frenzy with a mix of upbeat songs like Mantra and slower tracks like FTS and Damn Right. Singer Kali Uchis joined the K-pop icon for an unexpected collaboration.

ENHYPEN members Heeseung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, Jungwon and Ni-ki treated concert-goers with their chartbusters. Some of them were Blockbuster,  Drunk–Dazed, Blessed–Cursed, Bite Me and ParadoXXX Invasion. Additionally, they lit up the stage with softer numbers such as Daydream and Moonstruck.

THIS IS ENHYPEN.

After years of relentless hard work and dedication, the world has finally seen what we’ve known all along: ENHYPEN is unstoppable.

And the journey’s far from over. Coachella continues next week, and we’ll get to witness ENHYPEN take the stage once again. ❤️‍????… pic.twitter.com/qQxzBqhsgu

— ENHYPEN UPDATES (@enhypenupdates) April 13, 2025

After entertaining the crowd, ENHYPEN said, “It’s an honor to be with you here. I’m so excited because it’s my first Coachella stage. Tonight will definitely be a day in history.”

Before making his blockbuster debut at Coachella, ENHYPEN’s lead singer Jungwon told Soompi, “Although this will be our first time at Coachella, I believe we can do well and truly enjoy performing at the festival, thanks to our extensive stage experience performing at concerts and other events. We’re currently practicing rearranged versions of our songs, and I can already picture what the performance will look like. I think it’s going to be fun.”

ENHYPEN will perform once again on April 19.

Sunny Deol‘s ‘Jaat‘ is doing exceptionally well at the box office. The film did not cross the double digit number when it released and made only Rs 9.5 crore on day 1. However, it saw tremendous growth over the first weekend, especially on Sunday.
Jaat Movie Review

‘Jaat’ inches towards Rs 50 crore

The film which also stars Randeep Hooda and Vineet Kumar Singh in pivotal roles saw a good growth over the weekend. According to Sacnilk, the movie 9.75 crore on Saturday and Rs 14 crore on Sunday. As per the early trends, it is expected to hold well even on Monday. So far, up till the morning shows, the number on day 5 has already reached Rs 1.86 crore. Thus, the total collection of the film in India is Rs

42.11

crore. If it maintains the similar trend of Sunday or even slightly less than that, it may still be able to cross Rs 50 crore. There is Ambedkar Jayanti holiday in some parts of the country, thus, this may benefit in getting more footfalls.

Competition from ‘Good Bad Ugly’

The ‘Gadar’ actor is known to dominate in areas like Punjab and Haryana. However, the film is doing well even in Rajasthan. There was scope of the film to do much better in Maharashtra and Gujarat. In the south centres, it’s facing a tough competition from Ajith Kumar’s ‘Good Bad Ugly‘ which is now inching towards Rs 100 crore. Meanwhile, the charm of ‘Sikandar‘ is now beginning to fade.

Competition from ‘Kesari Chapter 2’

Akshay Kumar’s ‘Kesari Chapter 2‘ is creating a good buzz and it may be expected to give ‘Jaat’ a tough competition. But till then, the Sunny Deol starrer has time till Friday to make the most of it. Post that, it will all depend on the kind of reviews which ‘Kesari 2’ gets.
Day wise collection of Jaat:
Day 1 [1st Thursday] ₹ 9.5 Cr
Day 2 [1st Friday] ₹ 7 Cr
Day 3 [1st Saturday] ₹ 9.75 Cr
Day 4 [1st Sunday] ₹ 14 Cr
Day 5 [1st Monday
till afternoon] ₹ 1.86 Cr
Total ₹

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Cr

New Delhi:

Actor Govinda’s wife, Sunita Ahuja, made an appearance at a fashion event in Mumbai on Sunday where she was photographed by the media. 

A video capturing her interaction with paps has since gone viral, drawing attention for her response to questions about her husband’s whereabouts.

During the event, Sunita was posing with her son Harshvardhan when photographers inquired about Govinda’s absence. 

Sunita, who was attending to support her daughter Tina’s runway appearance as a showstopper, responded to the question “Govinda sir kahan par hai [Where is Govinda sir]” with a gesture indicating they should be silent, while her son appeared visibly uncomfortable. 

As the photographers persisted with questions about Govinda, Sunita departed from the stage, sarcastically asking if they wanted her home address to check on him. “Address de doon kya,” she asked.

Earlier this year, Sunita and Govinda were the subject of separation rumours. Reports circulated that they had been living apart and had initiated divorce proceedings. 

However, these claims were later addressed by their legal representative, who clarified that although Sunita had filed for divorce in the previous year, the couple had since resolved their differences.

ICYDK, it was reported in February that the couple was contemplating separation due to ongoing disagreements and lifestyle differences.

In a previous interview, Sunita had mentioned that she and Govinda live in separate houses. She also noted that she had celebrated her birthday alone for the past 12 years, which intensified speculation about marital troubles. Despite these rumours, Sunita firmly stated that “nothing could separate” her from Govinda.

Addressing the speculation directly, she explained, “Alag-alag rehte hain matlab jab unhone politics join kiya tha tab meri beti jawaan ho rahi thi, toh saare karyakarta ghar par aate the. Ab jawaan beti hai, hum hain, hum shorts pehen ke ghar mein ghoomte hain, toh isliye humne saamne office le liya tha. Humko, mujhe aur Govinda ko is duniya mein agar koi alag kar de, kisi ka mai ka laal toh saamne aa jaye. (We live separately because when Govinda joined politics, my daughter was growing up, and party workers would frequently visit our home. Since we would wear shorts and move around freely at home, we decided to get an office nearby. If anyone in this world dares to separate me and Govinda, let them come forward).”

Meghna Gulzar, Prithviraj Sukumaran and Kareena Kapoor Khan
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Actors Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran will headline Meghna Gulzar’s new directorial venture, Daayra. The film is described as a crime-drama that taps into the “pulse of the people“ as it confronts the “topical and diabolical realities unfolding in society today.”

Kareena, one of the foremost actresses in Hindi cinema today, is teaming for the first time with Malayalam star (and director) Prithviraj. 

Meghna Gulzar has directed powerful films like Raazi, Talvar and Chhapaak. Her last, Sam Bahadur, was a war biopic starring Vicky Kaushal. Junglee Pictures, the banner behind Talvar and Raazi, is collaborating with Gulzar again for Daayra. 

Co-written by screenwriters Yash and Sima alongside Gulzar, Daayra is currently in pre-production. While precise plot details are unavailable, the film is pegged as a gritty exploration of ‘crime and punishment, justice and truth’, themes that Gulzar deftly explored in 2015’s Talvar. 

Talking about Daayra, Kareena Kapoor Khan said in a statement, “As I celebrate 25 incredible years in Hindi cinema, I’m thrilled to announce my next film, Daayra, with the incredible Meghna Gulzar in the director’s chair. I’ve long admired her work, from Talvar to Raazi, and to be directed by her is a dream come true. The opportunity to collaborate with the talented Prithviraj is also a highlight, and I’m drawn to the film’s bold, thought-provoking narrative. Daayra promises to be a cinematic experience that challenges and inspires, and I look forward to working with Meghna, Prithviraj, and the team at Junglee Pictures on this powerful, timely film.”

Coming off the success—and political heat—of his Malayalam blockbuster L2: Empuraan, Prithviraj Sukumaran spoke about boarding his next Hindi film. 

“When the script was narrated to me, I knew I had to do this,” Prithviraj said in a statement. “I was thoroughly absorbed by my character and what he brings to the table as the story progresses. It is layered and will definitely connect with the masses. Working with Meghna Gulzar’s vision, Junglee Pictures and an actor like Kareena Kapoor will be a great collaborative experience. Daayra is story that is one of a kind and digs deep into the societal norms, world of crime and punishment that unfolds.”

Meghna Gulzar said the story of Daayra will make us reflect on “the society we live in and its institutions that pilot us”. 

“ With co-writers Sima and Yash, unravelling the greys within the black and white, was both challenging and exciting. And as Kareena and Prithviraj bring the lead characters to life, the narrative dynamics are all set to elevate further! It’s always creatively gratifying to collaborate with Junglee Pictures, known for backing stories that are compelling and demand telling,” Gulzar said. 

Amrita Pandey, CEO of Junglee Pictures, added, “We are so very proud to be making Daayra. This story couldn’t be in better hands than Meghna’s. Her exceptional craft, deep sensitivity, and knack for blending entertainment and substance make her the ideal collaborator to bring this vision to life.”

In the world of Bollywood, where stardom often runs in the family, it’s surprising when someone with strong filmy roots decides to take a quieter path. One such story is that of Vivaan Shah, the son of celebrated actors Naseeruddin Shah and Ratna Pathak Shah. Despite debuting with big names like Priyanka Chopra and working alongside the King of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan, Vivaan has slowly distanced himself from the spotlight.
From a family of legends of Indian cinema and theatre
Vivaan comes from one of Bollywood’s most respected families. His father, Naseeruddin Shah, and mother, Ratna Pathak Shah, are both known for their work in the film and theatre industries. His brother Imaad Shah is a musician and actor, and sister Heeba Shah is also an actress. But while Vivaan had acting in his blood, he didn’t grow up dreaming of the silver screen. In fact, his early life was far removed from the glitz and glamour of the industry.

Acting was never the plan
Unlike many star kids, Vivaan didn’t grow up dreaming of becoming an actor. He spent most of his school years far away from the film world. In a past interview with Indian Express he said, “I stumbled into acting as a profession, it was never planned.” He went on to state that he assumed his career would be based in academics, stating that “there, it was not fashionable to say you wanted to be an actor.”
A mind for academics
Vivaan is also a keen learner. He finished school at The Doon School in 2009 and applied to St. Stephen’s College at Delhi University. Sadly, he missed getting into the History Honours course by just one mark. Not happy with settling for a regular degree, he left after his first year and returned to Mumbai to study at Jai Hind College.
His acting break
According to Vivaan, acting wasn’t even a consideration as a career choice until director Vishal Bhardwaj invited him to audition for his film ‘7 Khoon Maaf’. “Being a huge fan of his, I agreed. It was on set, witnessing the filmmaking process, that I had an epiphany—cinema plays a crucial role in Indian society, and I was lucky to be part of it.” He went on to admit that it was that very moment that set him on the path to become a professional actor.
Big debut with Priyanka Chopra
Vivaan went on to make his acting debut in 2011 in Vishal Bhardwaj’s film ‘7 Khoon Maaf’, starring Priyanka Chopra. The film was a bold and dark story, and Vivaan got his first real experience of acting on a film set. This chance set him on the path to more roles, and just a few years later, he bagged a part in one of the biggest films of 2014.
Sharing the screen with Shah Rukh Khan
In Farah Khan’s colourful and star-studded film ‘Happy New Year’, Vivaan played a key role alongside Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Sonu Sood, Boman Irani, and Jackie Shroff. His performance was noticed, and he spoke openly about how special the experience was for him. He told DNA, “My father is Farah’s biggest fan in the film industry. It’s a blessing that I got the opportunity to work with her. I consider myself extremely lucky and fortunate. I will cherish this moment for the rest of my life. I believe my father will be very proud and happy with my performance in the film.”

Stepping away from the spotlight
Despite the promising start, Vivaan didn’t chase fame or stardom. After ‘Happy New Year’, he took on more roles, but in smaller films. He was seen in ‘Bombay Velvet’ (2015) as Tony, ‘Laali Ki Shaadi Mein Laaddoo Deewana’ (2017) as Laaddoo, and later in ‘Kabaad The Coin’ (2020), ‘Ae Kaash Ke Hum’ (2020) and in ‘Coat’ (2023). While these films didn’t make big waves at the box office, they showed Vivaan’s choice to follow his own creative path, one that felt true to him.
A family of creatives
In a chat with Hindustan Times, Vivaan spoke warmly about the strong creative connection in his family. Their bond goes beyond just being family—they’re each other’s cheerleaders and collaborators. He said,“My parents and brother are my strongest supporters. We are best friends first and even better art collaborators.” Vivaan may not have made big waves on the screen these days as he was last seen in the film ‘Inn Galiyon Mein’ alongside Jaaved Jaaferi and Avantika Dasani.

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