The Bollywood Breakdown: Your Weekly Wrap of Glitz, Glam & Gossip!
Another week, another round of glitz, gossip, and glamour! From new releases to viral moments, here’s everything that kept Bollywood buzzing.
Kareena Kapoor Khan, UNICEF India National Ambassador, made a special appearance at the India–Australia Women’s World Cup semi-final, leading the Trophy Walkout. Promoting the Promise to Children campaign, she used the global sporting platform to advocate for equal rights, protection, and opportunities for every child, inspiring fans and young generations alike.
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Hrithik Roshan met action legend Jackie Chan in Beverly Hills and shared a selfie on Instagram. He captioned it, “My broken bones look up to your broken bones. Forever and always.” The post quickly went viral, delighting fans worldwide.
The 17th Akshay Kumar International Kudo Tournament 2025–26 concluded in Surat with over 2,000 competitors from 32 states. Stars Akshay Kumar, Jackie Shroff, and Twinkle Khanna graced the closing ceremony, where Shroff charmed the crowd with his humor. The event also honoured Surat Police personnel, celebrating sportsmanship, courage, and the spirit of Gujarat.
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The trailer for Ikkis, directed by Sriram Raghavan, is out and has been getting a great response. The film stars Agastya Nanda as war hero Arun Khetarpal, showing his training, battlefield action, and personal sacrifices. Amitabh Bachchan shared how proud he is of his grandson Agastya, while Akshay Kumar sent a sweet message for his niece Simran Bhatia, celebrating their big-screen debuts.
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Cocktail 2, starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna, has wrapped its Europe schedule and will now shoot in Delhi for about a month. Produced by Maddock Films and directed by Homi Adajania, the highly anticipated sequel is set for a late 2026 theatrical release.
