Entertainment HIGHLIGHTS: Akshay Heartbroken After Odisha Train Accident, SRK Visits Sets Of Aryan's Series

South star Chiranjeevi took to social media to squash rumours of him getting diagnosed with cancer. He penned a tweet in Telugu that read, "A while ago I spoke about the need to raise awareness about cancer while inaugurating a cancer center. I told you that cancer can be prevented if you undergo regular medical tests. I was alert and took a colon scope test. I said that non-cancerous polyps were detected and removed. I only said, 'If I hadn't done the test first, it would have turned out to be cancer'. That's why everyone should take precautions and undergo medical tests/screening', I only said. (sic)"

"Extremely sad news coming from Odisha.. My prayers are with the people and their families who are impacted in this tragic train accident! The visuals are horrific and we must stand by them and help in any way possible. #OdishaTrainAccident," Karan Kundrra tweeted, expressing his grief over the train accident in Odisha.

Nithin Gopi, a prominent actor in the Kannada film and television industry, tragically passed away on Friday morning at the age of 39 following a heart attack. Reports indicate that Nithin experienced chest pains at his residence in Ittamadu, Bengaluru. Despite immediate efforts to rush him to the hospital, he unfortunately could not be saved.

The release of Sony Pictures' Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse in India has witnessed a steady and decent box-office performance during its opening weekend. The animated sequel, which recorded a collection of over ₹4 crore on its first day, has now generated an estimated ₹4 crore on its second day, as reported. The film was released on Thursday.

After taking a break last year, Prayaga Martin has made a comeback by signing a new project called Dance Party. However, what has truly caught attention is her bold decision to dye her hair in vibrant rainbow colors exclusively for this film. This striking transformation follows the immense popularity and buzz generated by her previous blonde hairstyle, which garnered significant attention on various social media platforms.

Renowned actor Gufi Paintal, widely recognized for his portrayal of Shakuni Mama in BR Chopra's Mahabharat, has been hospitalized due to heart and kidney-related ailments. Hiten Paintal, Gufi's actor-nephew, provided an update on his health on Saturday, stating, "He is stable and out of danger. Around 6-7 days ago, he was admitted due to age-related health issues affecting his heart and kidney. Initially in critical condition, he has now stabilized and is doing well. The doctors are closely monitoring his progress, and he will be discharged once they are confident in his recovery," as shared with Hindustan Times.

In a picturesque reel on her social media, Sandeep Dhar gives us a sneak peek into her trip to India's most beautiful place, Kashmir, her hometown. Her post made it look like the actress was in her hometown for a shoot. The BTS that followed showed her enjoying every bit of the culture there and most importantly, gorging on the traditional local cuisine. She perfectly captioned her post saying, "'Kashmiriyat' to me it's a word that embodies celebration of music, food, culture & arts. Sharing a glimpse of that joy & love "

Following the devastating train accident in Balasore, Odisha on Saturday, Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has expressed his deep concern and conveyed his prayers for the victims affected by the tragedy. He tweeted, "Really saddened to hear abt the accident,May God rest the souls of the deceased in peace,Protect n give strength to the families n the injured from this unfortunate accident."

The much-awaited film Zara Hatke Zara Bachke, starring Vicky Kaushal and Sara Ali Khan, was released in theaters on June 2. The movie garnered decent numbers at the box office on its opening day. According to trade analyst Taran Adarsh, Zara Hatke Zara Bachke collected Rs 5.49 crores on Friday. Adarsh also mentioned that the film benefited from the 'buy one get one free ticket' offer, which contributed to its success. It is anticipated that the earnings of the film will further rise over the weekend, with Saturday and Sunday expected to bring in higher numbers.

Brad Pitt has filed a lawsuit against his former spouse, Angelina Jolie, alleging that she intentionally withheld information from him regarding the sale of her portion of their family wine enterprise to a Russian oligarch. In recently submitted legal papers, the Academy Award-winning actor asserts that, given the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the involvement of the new co-owner with ties to Russia poses an "existential threat to the business."

Aryan Khan, son of Shah Rukh Khan, is embarking on his directorial journey as his debut project commenced filming on Friday. Aryan took charge behind the camera on June 2 for a series that is said to be titled Stardom. Displaying his dedication, Aryan arrived on the sets well before the scheduled call time of 7 am. Notably, Shah Rukh Khan himself paid a visit to the sets to extend his best wishes to his son, the debutant director.

Taking to social media, Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar mourned the deaths in the Odisha Train accident and tweeted, "Heartbreaking to see the visuals from the tragic train accident in Odisha. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured. My thoughts and condolences to the families of the affected during this difficult time. Om Shanti."

Actor Tovino Thomas has united with Indian wrestlers Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia, and other athletes to raise their voices against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, the leader of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), in the wake of sexual harassment allegations. This collaborative effort highlights the collective stand taken by these individuals, aiming to address the issue and bring about necessary changes within the wrestling community. Taking to his official Instagram account, Tovino Thomas stressed the significance of amplifying their voices and shedding light on their achievements. These athletes have brought glory to our nation on the global stage and have also become symbols of inspiration and perseverance, fueling the dreams and aspirations of countless individuals.

A tragic train collision in Odisha has resulted in the loss of over 200 lives and approximately 900 injuries. Taking to Twitter, Jr NTR mourned the deaths and wrote, "Heartfelt condolences to the families and their loved ones affected by the tragic train accident. My thoughts are with each and every person affected by this devastating incident. May strength and support surround them during this difficult time."

As per early estimates, Zara Hatke Zara Bachke did a business of around Rs 5 crore on Friday and is expected to witness a jump over the weekend. While the film is facing competition from Sudipto Sen's The Kerala Story, the makers' idea of 'buy one get one ticket free' is working. However, the final numbers are still awaited.

As Vicky Kaushal's Zara Hatke Zara Bachke has finally hit the theatres, his actress-wife Katrina Kaif turned a cheerleader for him and praised it along with the whole team. She wrote, "Congratulations to the entire team. A film made with so much heart!" In reply, Vicky dedicated the film's song to her and said, "Tu hai toh mujhe phir aur kya chahiye"

In Russo Brothers' Citadel, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Richard Madden portrayed the main characters, while Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu will take on the lead roles in Citadel India. It is widely known that these two shows are interlinked, and recent confirmation reveals that Samantha will be portraying the role of Priyanka's "mother" in Citadel India. The Indian version is the prequel to the Amazon Prime Video series and Samantha essays the role of Priyanka's character Nadia's mother.