Latest news with #ThankGod
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ajay Devgn and box office clashes: Some hits and some misses
Son of Sardaar 2's release was postponed due to Saiyaara's success, a common Bollywood tactic. Ajay Devgn, known for box office clashes, has faced mixed results over the years, sometimes winning big, sometimes falling short. The shift indicates strategic thinking in a changing industry where content can disrupt star power. When the makers of Son of Sardaar 2 recently announced the film's release had been pushed by a week—from July 25 to August 1—industry watchers were quick to point fingers at the stunning box office performance of Mohit Suri's Saiyaara. Trade exper Taran Adarsh while announcing the postponment on social media called it a 'Wise Decision'. The romantic drama, featuring debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, raked in a whopping Rs 83 crore over its opening weekend, surprising trade experts and reshaping release calendars. This move — to avoid clashing with a film riding high on word-of-mouth and strong weekend numbers — is not new to Bollywood, especially in recent times. Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha was similarly shifted from its initial release window to avoid competing with the juggernaut that was Nag Ashwin 's Kalki 2898 AD, which starred Prabhas and continued dominating the box office for weeks. With Saiyaara now threatening to follow the same path, it's no wonder that Son of Sardaar 2 opted for another date and this time he would be clashing with Karan Johar backed film Dhadak which is led by Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri. This will be the second time Ajay and Karan would be clashing, first being Shivaay and Ae Dil Hai Muskhil. But what makes this story more interesting is that the man at the centre of Son of Sardaar 2 — Ajay Devgn — is no stranger to box office clashes. Over the years, he has stood toe-to-toe with some of Bollywood's biggest stars and films, and more often than not, he's emerged victorious or at least held his ground. A deep dive into his past clashes reveals a fascinating pattern of risk-taking, mixed results, and surprising resilience. The Clashes Through the Years: Ajay Devgn vs The Box Office Odds 2022: Thank God vs Ram Setu Ajay Devgn's Diwali comedy Thank God went up against Akshay Kumar 's Ram Setu. The result? Ram Setu took the lead with Rs 74.7 crore, while Thank God managed Rs 36.35 crore. 2022: Runway 34 vs Heropanti 2 This was a rare example where Devgn's directorial gamble Runway 34 (Rs 35.49 crore) outperformed Tiger Shroff's action sequel Heropanti 2 (Rs 21.5 crore), proving that solid storytelling can still pull through over formulaic stunts. 2020: Tanhaji vs Chhapaak Perhaps the most resounding example of Devgn's box office dominance came with Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior, which crushed Deepika Padukone 's Chhapaak. While Chhapaak closed at Rs 34.93 crore, Tanhaji stormed past with Rs 279.59 crore, becoming one of the biggest hits of that year. 2017: Golmaal Again vs Secret Superstar During Diwali 2017, Golmaal Again (Rs 205.69 crore) clashed with Aamir Khan-backed Secret Superstar (Rs 63.4 crore). Though the latter was appreciated critically, the box office numbers told a different story. Devgn's mass entertainer comfortably dominated. 2017: Baadshaho vs Shubh Mangal Saavdhan This clash was closer than expected. Baadshaho managed Rs 78 crore, while Ayushmann Khurrana 's Shubh Mangal Saavdhan earned Rs 42.79 crore. Devgn's star power kept him ahead, although the latter received better reviews. 2016: Shivaay vs Ae Dil Hai Mushkil The Ajay Devgn-Karan Johar Diwali duel became infamous for its off-screen drama as much as its box office showdown. Shivaay earned Rs100.45 crore — a commendable figure — but it was Ae Dil Hai Mushkil that had the edge with Rs 113.19 crore, thanks to its music and youth appeal. 2012: Son of Sardaar vs Jab Tak Hai Jaan This was another explosive Diwali face-off — Devgn's Son of Sardaar clashed with Yash Chopra's swan song Jab Tak Hai Jaan. Despite the odds, Son of Sardaar collected a solid Rs 105.10 crore against JTHJ's Rs 120.87 crore, holding its own and winning big in single screens. 2011: Rascals vs Love Breakups Zindagi A relatively easier contest. Devgn's Rascals managed Rs 32.6 crore, while Love Breakups Zindagi fizzled out with just Rs 2.25 crore. 2010: Aakrosh vs Knock Out In a clash of thrillers, Aakrosh (Rs 13.64 crore) led Knock Out (Rs 6.24 crore). Neither was a hit, but Devgn's film fared better. 2010: Golmaal 3 vs Action Replayy The Diwali weekend once again favoured Devgn. Golmaal 3 (Rs 106.64 crore) emerged a superhit while Akshay Kumar's Action Replayy faltered with Rs 29 crore. 2010: Toonpur Ka Superhero vs Tees Maar Khan Even in this quirky clash, Tees Maar Khan dominated with Rs 60.96 crore, while Toonpur Ka Superhero struggled at Rs 3.5 crore. 2009: All the Best vs Blue / Main Aur Mrs. Khanna A triple Diwali clash in 2009 turned out surprisingly well for Ajay. All The Best earned Rs 41.41 crore, surpassing the big-budget Blue (Rs 38.65 crore) and demolishing Main Aur Mrs. Khanna (Rs 7.40 crore). Ajay Devgn, just like most actors, has had a long and checkered history with clashes — sometimes winning spectacularly (Tanhaji, Golmaal Again), sometimes just falling short ( Shivaay). But what stands out is his consistent willingness to compete head-on. Rarely has he moved away from a clash, which makes the delay of Son of Sardaar 2 notable. Ajay Devgn may be one of Bollywood's most seasoned warriors when it comes to box office clashes, but the rise of unexpected competitors like Saiyaara shows how the industry is evolving. In today's market, where content and music-driven youth films can disrupt traditional star power, even veterans like Devgn must choose their battles carefully. The decision to shift Son of Sardaar 2 is not a sign of weakness — it's a mark of strategic thinking in an unpredictable box office era. And if history is anything to go by, expect Devgn to bounce back — solo release or not — with the same grit and gusto that's defined his 30-year career.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Rakul Preet Singh highlights the role of yoga in her self-love journey
Bollywood actress Rakul Preet Singh took to social media on Wednesday to highlight the importance of yoga in her self-love journey. In a heartfelt post, she reflected on how yoga helps her stay emotionally, mentally, and physically balanced. She also explained the true meaning of self-care, emphasizing that it isn't always glamorous — it's discipline with a touch of grace. For her, it's about maintaining a balance of emotional, physical, and mental well-being. Taking to Instagram, Rakul Preet Singh shared two images in which she is seen performing a yoga pose with her head touching the ground and legs raised above. For the caption, the 'Thank God' actress wrote, 'We often hear the word self-love /self-care but what does it truly mean? Self-care isn't always glamorous .. it's discipline with a touch of grace .. For me it's a balance of emotional, physical and mental well-being .. it's my sanctuary where the outside noise fades and I look inward.' 'It's showing up for yourself on tough days, good and bad days and every day in between with love, presence and strength. @anshukayoga #happyselfcaremonth Share with me Aapka self care ritual kya hai.' Known for her love for yoga, Singh often shares photos of herself performing various asanas. Earlier, on the occasion of World Yoga Day, the 'Mere Husband Ki Biwi' actress had posted a couple of her videos and photos performing Yoga alongside her husband Jackky V Bhagnani. Rakul captioned the post, 'Celebrated #worldyogaday today with the honourable sports minister of India @mansukhmandviya ji in Delhi amidst 2000 people .. extremely grateful for being awarded the #Fitindiacouple award by the @ministryofayush @fitindiaoff.' She added, 'Fitness for @jackkybhagnani and me is a way of life .. it is what connected the two of us and today getting awarded for the same feels so good. We really hope that all of you take small steps towards a fitter you because the only place you truly live in is your body.'
India Today
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Exclusive: Soundarya Sharma is manifesting an action film with Shah Rukh Khan
Actor Soundarya Sharma, who was last seen in 'Housefull 5', says she is manifesting her future projects. In an exclusive conversation with India Today, the actor discussed the genres she's drawn to, the directors she hopes to collaborate with, and her long-standing admiration for Bollywood's King Khan - Shah Rukh opened up about her dream work and shared that she wants to do a good rom-com. She said, 'There are so many dream roles that I am manifesting. There are no ifs and buts for any role, because I am an actor and I should be okay and happy to do whatever work comes my way right now. Having said that I would love to do great films - comedy, romance - because I am a die-hard romantic at heart.'advertisementShe continued to explain, 'Romance and love are attached to everyone's heart. It is important in everyone's life, and it should happen.' Along with comedy and love stories, action also excites her. She added, 'I would love to do some action films. I believe I am very good at action." When asked who she would love to be paired with on screen, her answer was instant - Shah Rukh Khan. 'Yes, for sure, an action film with him would be great. When I met him once, I didn't think he would remember this, but he was the first one to tell me, 'Get your pictures done.' I was thrilled. I posted that picture on Instagram with him when I met him. It's because of him and his success story that I wanted to be an actor," she shared recalled how it was SRK's journey that gave her the courage to pursue her own dreams. 'I thought, yes, I can go to Bombay. I had the courage. Of course, I didn't listen to his lectures or TED talks back then, but eventually, he became such a success story, and we loved all his songs. That's why we look up to him," Sharma she briefly shared screen space with the superstar in an ad, she said, 'I'm greedy. I want more. I want a legit film.'On her bucket list, another wish was already checked off. 'Working with Akshay Sir was one of my goals; he was absolutely amazing to work with," she smiled. She added, "Not only actors, I am also looking forward to working with Imtiaz Ali, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, James Cameron, and Raju Hirani. Their storytelling is something out of this world. They are masters in their work. It connects with the audience, can't wait to work with them."Besides 'Housefull 5', Sharma was also seen in 'Ranchi Diaries', 'Thank God', and 'Raktanchal', among others.- EndsMust Watch
Daily Record
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Teacher criticises parents for choosing 'worst' child name she's ever heard
An educator has taken to social media to share the 'worst' child's name she's ever heard while working at schools - and it's all thanks to the child's misbehaviour Deciding on a name for their offspring can be a formidable challenge for many parents, caught between countless possibilities for all genders. Inheritances of names can span generations, while sometimes the choice is made on the fly. According to the Mirror, for some kids, their moniker suits them perfectly, but others might grow to resent their peculiar or "strange" birth names bestowed by parents. An incensed teacher previously slammed a couple for burdening their child with what she considers the most appalling name encountered in her teaching life. The oddly named pupil wasn't someone she taught directly, but from her mother's class — a name that has haunted her since her own youth. Back in 2023, the disgruntled teacher shared on Reddit: "My mum once worked at a school and there was a kid called Thank God. "The kid was a s*** stirrer and misbehaved in class just to hear his atheist teachers scream 'Thank God!' at the top of their lungs." This extraordinary anecdote prompted others on Reddit to offer up their encounters with distinctive children's names, with one recounting: "I know a family with four kids: Prince, Princess, Precious, and Becca. "The Becca at the end kills me." A further commentary came from another user who recalled: "I was in line at Six Flags once and this woman in front of us kept calling her son Trust Jay. "My mum, being nosy, asked about it, since it was an interesting sounding name. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. "Turns out, it was short for TrustInJesus. The kid's first name was f***ing TrustInJesus or TrustJ for short." A third participant recounted: "Mystic Pigeon? She was a client at my office." They continued with bemusement: "Apparently it's a real surname and her parents were hippies so named her Mystic. Like who's ever going to take her seriously?" Another user chimed in with an equally unusual tale: "How about not giving your child a name? There was a kid I went to high school with whose legal first name was Unnamed Baby Boy." Adding a note of intrigue, they mentioned: "I don't know the story behind that though." It comes after a pregnant woman recounted that she and her partner had settled on their preferred name for a baby girl, only to discover her mother-in-law had recently named her cat the same. In a Reddit post, the expectant mother explained: "This is not that serious, and no, she did not do it on purpose (she doesn't even know I'm pregnant)." She added humorously: "But I see similar posts to this about other people stealing baby names, and I thought this would give everyone a laugh." The woman elaborated on her naming preferences: "My husband and I have a fairly long list of girl names, but I keep learning towards 'boyish'/masculine names for girls, and as a HUGE Interstellar fan, Murphy has been [at] the top of our list." She went on to say that her mother-in-law is "not a pet person" but relented to her younger sister-in-law's wishes to adopt a kitten. During a phone call while her husband was at his mother's house, he informed her: "They named the cat Murphy."
Hans India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Rakul Preet Singh thanks mother-in-law for raising the man ‘she gets to share her life with'
This Mother's Day, actress Rakul Preet Singh took to Instagram to share an emotional tribute to the two most important women in her life—her mother and mother-in-law. In her post, the Thank God actress expressed her immense love and gratitude for both, reflecting on the pivotal roles they have played in shaping who she is today. Rakul began her tribute by honoring her own mother, describing her as her 'first home' and 'biggest support.' She highlighted the strength, patience, and sacrifices her mother made for her, and how these qualities continue to guRakul Preet Singh, Mother's Day, Instagram Tribute, Celebrity Family, Mother & Mother-in-Law, Gratitude and Loveide and inspire her every day. Rakul's words painted a picture of a bond built on unwavering love and respect, with her mother being a pillar of strength throughout her life. Equally heartfelt was Rakul's tribute to her mother-in-law, whom she thanked for raising the man she now shares her life with. The actress acknowledged her mother-in-law's warmth and kindness, sharing how she welcomed Rakul into the family with open arms. Expressing how fortunate she felt to have two incredible mothers, Rakul described the love she shares with both women as irreplaceable. Rakul's touching caption read: 'Happy Mother's Day to two incredible women. To my mom—thank you for being my first home, my biggest support, and the strongest woman I know. Your love, patience, and sacrifices have shaped every part of who I am. I am endlessly grateful for you, today and always. To my mother-in-law—thank you for raising the wonderful person I get to share my life with. Your kindness, warmth, and the way you welcomed me with open arms mean more than words can say. I'm so lucky to have not just one, but two amazing moms in my life. Happy Mother's Day—forever grateful, forever loving you both.' The post was accompanied by a series of beautiful photos featuring Rakul with both her mother and mother-in-law, capturing the love and joy they share. Rakul's touching tribute resonated with fans and fellow celebrities, as many others, including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Boney Kapoor, Sunny Deol, Anupam Kher, and Sonam Kapoor, took to social media to honor their own mothers on this special day.
