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Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor's romantic drama, Param Sundari, has achieved significant success, crossing the Rs 30 crore mark in just four days. The film's strong opening weekend and positive word-of-mouth propelled it past Sidharth Malhotra's previous film, Ittefaq, to become his 10th highest-grossing Hindi film. Trade analysts predict continued growth for Param Sundari if it maintains weekday stability.

Namashi Chakraborty is forging his own path in Bollywood, emphasizing merit over legacy. Growing up away from Mumbai, he navigated the industry without leveraging his family's fame, including his mother Yogeeta Bali's acting career. He believes talent overshadows the pressure of being a star kid, focusing on delivering quality work and earning roles independently.

Amish Tripathi criticizes Bollywood for misrepresenting historical figures. He says films often portray invaders like Khilji and Aurangzeb inaccurately. Tripathi argues this blurs the line between foreign rulers and native Indians. He highlights the importance of understanding India's history of resistance. His book, 'The Chola Tigers', aims to showcase stories of courage and unity.

Vicky Kaushal, fresh off the success of 'Chhaava,' received a warm welcome upon his return to Mumbai with Ranbir Kapoor. Fans showered him with gifts, and his respectful gestures, such as folding his hands and removing his shoes before accepting a statue of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, went viral, earning him praise for his humility and 'sanskar.

Mohit Suri's Saiyaara becomes a surprise hit. The film stars Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. It earns Rs 326.8 crore in 38 days. Saiyaara is now the second biggest Hindi grosser of 2025. The film follows Vicky Kaushal and Akshaye Khanna’s Chaava. Saiyaara shows remarkable staying power despite competition. The film's success is due to youthful appeal and music.

Aamir Khan is back. His film Sitaare Zameen Par is a box office success. The movie earned Rs 122.65 crore. It beat Ghajini's record. Sitaare Zameen Par shows Aamir's strong connection with the audience. The film did well in its second weekend. It might challenge Thugs of Hindostan next. New film releases could affect its run.