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The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, has once again found herself in the center of a controversy, this time involving a high-end designer gown worn during a 2022 magazine photoshoot. The issue resurfaced after Meghan appeared in a promo for her upcoming Netflix holiday special, With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration, wearing what appears to be the same emerald green, galvanized gown from the 2022 shoot.
Meghan Markle
The dress, reportedly valued at $1,695 (approx. ₹1.5 lakh), was originally borrowed for the photoshoot, according to multiple entertainment reports. The resurfacing of the gown in recent promotional content triggered online debate and speculation regarding fashion loan protocols and whether Meghan had permission to retain the piece. According to several media outlets, journalist Vanessa Grigoriadis discussed these claims on a podcast, stating that Meghan allegedly kept clothing and jewelry from a high-profile photoshoot without returning them.
Meghan Markle
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However, no official confirmation has been provided by Meghan Markle, her team, or the magazine involved. Reports caution that the situation might stem from a simple misunderstanding. Some sources even argue that the allegations may be exaggerated, noting that royals often archive significant garments as part of their public image records. Social media users quickly identified the green gown in Meghan’s Netflix holiday promo as the same dress from the 2022 photoshoot.
Meghan Markle
This observation revived rumors that emerged last year, suggesting Meghan may have taken items from shoots without notice, claims that remain unverified. Another report suggested that Meghan took the dress without asking, based on comments attributed to Grigoriadis on Andrew Gold’s Heretics podcast. She was quoted expressing surprise, questioning why someone of Meghan’s financial standing, living in a $15 million Montecito mansion and reportedly worth $100 million, would retain items she could easily purchase.
Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra are the epitome of bromance when it comes to heroes playing best friends on screen. Sholay is one of the most iconic films of Indian Cinema, which again gave us Jai and Veeru. When Dharam Paaji and Bachchan Saab broke records lip-synching Yeh Dosti Hum Nahi Todenge (crooned by Manna Dey and Kishore Kumar). Fans were heartbroken when they saw Big B attending his on-screen best friend’s last rites today.
As the He-Man of Bollywood passed away at 89, he has given us countless reasons and films to remember him. One such iconic film would be Sholay indeed. Jai and Veeru’s jodi is not only the most loved on-screen pair, but it also holds the longest record at the box office for Indian Cinema. Scroll to read this unique record!
Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra held the longest box office record with Sholay, which was released in 1975. The film, helmed by Ramesh Sippy, earned a net collection of 15 crore in India! After that, no Indian film could touch this mark at the box office till 1994! It was in 1994 that Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit’s Hum Aapke Hain Koun earned 72 crore in its lifetime, breaking Sholay’s record of being the highest-grossing Indian film from 1975 to 1994! Yes, 19 long years!
However, what if we tell you that it was he who insisted that director Ramesh Sippy cast Amitabh Bachchan in the film? Yes, for the unversed, Sholay‘s Jai was to be played by Shatrughan Sinha; however, in a classic twist of tale, it was Amitabh Bachchan who landed the role on Dharmendra’s suggestions. In one of the interviews, earlier this year, the Pippa actor finally revealed the story behind Amitabh Bachchan’s casting for the film, where Dharam Ji was originally offered Gabbar Singh and Thakur both!
In June 2025, during a conversation with ANI, Dharam Ji said, “It has already been mentioned. Yes, I recommended him. Mai to kehta nahi Maine role dilaya. Ye mujhe milne aate the Amitabh Sahab. He used to sit next to me. To Maine Ramesh Sippy ji ko kaha yeh naya ladka hai, usko awaaz se to lagta hai bahut acha kaam karega.unki jo andar se chah thi…jo khud se pyar karne ki khoobsurati thi vo achi lagi..maine kaha inko lelo.”
Note: Box office numbers are based on estimates and various sources. Numbers have not been independently verified by Koimoi.
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Amul shared a heartfelt tribute to legendary actor Dharmendra following his passing at the age of 89. The Bollywood icon, fondly known as the “He-Man” of Hindi cinema, breathed his last on Monday. The funeral took place yesterday at Pawan Hans Cerematorium in Mumbai, which was attended by Bollywood celebs.
Moments after the news broke, Amul honoured the veteran star with one of its signature topical creatives on Instagram. The illustration carried the line “Bharat Ka Yaadon Mein,” and was captioned, “Amul Topical: Tribute to the He-man of Hindi cinema!”
A day earlier, the Pawan Hans Crematorium witnessed a heartfelt outpouring of love and respect for the legendary actor. Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Aamir Khan, Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Salman Khan, and Salim Khan were among the many dignitaries who gathered to bid him a final farewell. Dharmendra’s wife, Hema Malini, and their daughter Esha Deol also arrived at the crematorium. They were visibly heartbroken as they hurried to say their final goodbye.
On the professional front, Dharam ji was last seen in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani and Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya. His final film will be Ikkis. He will be seen playing the role of Arun Khetarpal, the father of Agastya Nanda’s character. Ikkis is scheduled to release on December 25, 2025.
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From picking up an audience member’s call in the middle of his session, to going around the auditorium and asking people what they would call their biopic- Anupam Kher’s talk on ‘Giving Up Is Not A Choice’ at the 56th International Film Festival of India had something in store for each person present.
He shared personal anecdotes, all in sync with the topic. For example, in his very first film Saaransh, he was replaced even before he started shoot! “I had prepped for months, and asked Mahesh Bhatt ji ‘Why did you cast me?’ He replied ‘Bald hai na!’ because the character required and old man. After some time, I was told I have been replaced by Sanjeev Kumar. I got so angry… maine Mahesh Bhatt ko jaakar bola ‘aap duniya ke number one fraud ho. Main Brahmin hoon, main aapko shraap deta hoon!’ And I had packed my luggage onto a taxi, and stormed off downstairs after showing him the taxi, adding that I was going to leave Mumbai. Upar se Mahesh ji ne awaaz maari ‘vaapis aaja’ ! I did this because giving up was just not a choice for me.”
Years have passed by, and now Anupam is going to sign his 550th film in December, as revealed by him. “I have told all media to never address me as a veteran or thespian. That would mean ‘your career is over, now you are a veteran and should retire’, but why should anyone else decide when I should retire? This is why I have decided I will not accept any lifetime achievement award for the next 20 years,” he said.
Further recalling the first time he got a chance to act alongside Robert de Niro, ‘God of acting’ for him, in Silver Linings Playbook (2012), he continued, “I remember on the first day, I went to Robert’s van, I wanted to meet him and present an idol of Lord Ganesh made of ruby. His assistant told me ‘Bob (Robert’s nickname) doesn’t meet anyone before the shot’, par main Hindustani tha, peeche padh gaya. He had to meet me. Then I was looking forward to when I would have a scene with him.”
And what happened next left everyone shocked on set. “During the scene, Robert said to the director David O. Russell ‘this guy has been the cause of my son getting drunk, he could have gone back to the mental asylum, I will throw this character out of the house’ His POV was right. What he did in the shot is, he got angry and threw me out of the room, locked the door. I was standing out in the cold, no one gave me even a sweater because de Niro had thrown me out (as part of the scene). I was there for 45 minutes.”
Anupam came back inside later to find the director saying ‘I think this is working’. “I decided mujhe kaam hi nahi karna Hollywood mein,” Anupam recalled further, “I asked for five minutes, and everyone was sitting there- Bradley Cooper, Gwyneth Paltrow was drinking something. I said ‘there are eight characters in this scene, you didn’t ask for their interpretation’ There was pin drop silence. I further said ‘My character should tell Robert’s character that you brought up your son in this manner. I further said to David ‘you had this scene in your mind for years, are you throwing me out only because Mr de Niro told you?’ Aisa lag raha tha sab barbaad hai. Robert asked for another rehearsal and this time didn’t throw me out.”
Robert later agreed with Anupam’s take after inviting him to his van post the shoot. “Today I feel proud that I can call Mr Robert de Niro one of my friends. I did all that on the shoot day because giving up was not a choice,” he beamed.
Some bonds are indelible and last beyond time. Such was the attachment between Dharmendra, Dilip Kumar and Saira Banu. After Dilip Kumar’s passing in 2021, Dharmendra kept in touch with Saira Banu, making sure she was always in good health and spirit. Today after his passing, she feels shattered and wishes she could meet him one more time.
Controlling her emotions, she speaks candidly to Filmfare about the brotherly love between Dharmendra and her late husband Dilip Kumar. In her own words…
Dharam ji was and will be family to us, always. It’s an association of 50+ years. Yusuf saab (Dilip Kumar) always thought of him as his younger brother and Dharam ji respected and loved him as we loved and respected him.
Dharam ji was family to us for over 50 years, whether it be my grandmother, mother, my brother, later on Yusuf saab, All our family members were crazy about him. And he was never a guest in our house. He was family could walk into the house at 1 am and 2 am to discuss whatever he wanted to discuss with Yusuf saab and spend time with him.
“We loved Dharam ji a lot and he loved us back equally”
When he was launching Sunny, he just walked up to the second-floor bedroom in our Bandra home, sat with Yusuf saab, had large photographs and the publicity material that was to launch Sunny and Amrita Singh. The evenings and the days that we shared were so memorable. We loved Dharam ji, we loved him a lot.
Dharam ji loved us, too. Yusuf saab and he loved to eat together. They used to savour lovely home-cooked biryani, which our special cook used to prepare over the years. And Dharam ji would ask, whenever he wanted, the biryani to be sent to his place. It would be made from here and sent to him.
“I feel shattered knowing Dharam ji is no more”
I spoke to him about a month ago that Dharam ji, I haven’t seen you for a very long time. Both Sunny and Dharam ji would check up on me regularly in the past three or four years. When we last spoke, I said, “We haven’t seen you for long. May I come to meet you? You always say, come and meet me, see you at the farm house in Lonavala.” Dharam ji said, “No, Saira ji, don’t worry at all. I am very well and I will come and meet you.”
Today has been shattering for us. It has been shattering for me. I can’t tell you what I feel. I have been watching this video where Yusuf saab is praising him. Yusuf used to love him like a younger brother.
And Dharam ji would say, ‘I feel that we are both brothers. We are both brothers and were born from different mothers. But we are real brothers.’
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Legendary Hindi cinema actor Dharmendra, fondly known as Bollywood’s He-Man has passed away today, November 24, 2025, at the age of 89. His death has cast a deep shadow over the film world and his legions of fans, leaving behind a legacy of unforgettable performances and cherished memories. In a quiet and heartfelt ceremony, Dharmendra’s funeral was held today at the Pawan Hans, Vile Parle crematorium in Mumbai. The ceremony was kept very private, attended mainly by close family and film industry friends.
Hema Malini
Some deeply touching moments from the farewell have surfaced in which Hema Malini, Dharmendra’s longtime partner, appeared devastated, her face visible through a car window. Meanwhile, their daughter Esha Deol was seen running into the crematorium, covering her face with a dupatta to hide her tears. His eldest son, Sunny Deol, performed the ritual of lighting his father’s funeral pyre, a symbolic and emotional moment.
Esha Deol
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Bollywood’s biggest stars came together to pay their respects. Icons like Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Sanjay Dutt, and Aamir Khan were among those present at the crematorium. The scenes of Hema Malini and Esha Deol grieving have struck a chord across social media, fans are expressing sorrow and empathy, saying things like, “Only those who have lost a beloved one know this pain; it is very hard.”
Dharmendra
Dharmendra had been battling health issues for some time. He was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital, where he reportedly faced respiratory problems. He was discharged on November 12 and was recovering at home when his health took a sudden turn. With a career spanning more than six decades and over 300 films to his name, Dharmendra’s impact on Indian cinema is immeasurable. He was known not just for his on-screen charisma, but also his warmth, simplicity, and deep connection with his roots.
The trailer of Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar has taken the internet by storm. Viewers are excited not only for the high-voltage drama but also for the fact that the film draws from true events. The characters look sharp, intense and rooted in real history, which has now become the most significant talking point.
Ranveer Singh portrays a secret agent who appears to be influenced by Major Mohit Sharma, the Ashok Chakra awardee. His complete appearance evokes memories of the officer who operated undercover and ultimately gave his life in a mission in Kuprwara, Jammu and Kashmir. The movie seems to honor his bravery and the dangers he faced daily.
Arjun Rampal steps into the skin of Major Iqbal. His character appears to be inspired by Ilyas Kashmiri, a notorious militant known for his brutal tactics. The raw intensity in Arjun’s scenes matches the fear and power the real figure once commanded.
R. Madhavan plays Ajay Sanyal, an intelligent and sharp-minded officer from the Indian intelligence setup. His look and presence bear a resemblance to Ajit Doval, India’s National Security Advisor, who has played a key role in several major counter-terrorism operations. Madhavan’s strong monologue in the trailer adds more weight to this connection.
Akshaye Khanna portrays Rehman Dakait, a menacing criminal. His role seems inspired by Sardar Abdul Rehman Baloch, a personality from Karachi’s underworld who eventually established his own faction. Akshaye delivers a composed yet intimidating presence that aligns with the real-life model.
Sanjay Dutt portrays SP Chaudhary Aslam with determination, a role based on the officer Chaudhry Aslam Khan. The actual officer was renowned for confronting gangs and militant groups, surviving numerous assassination attempts before being killed in an explosion. Sanjay’s strong, on-screen persona aligns with the essence of the character.
Due to its real-world connections, Dhurandhar has emerged as one of the most discussed movies this year. The plot blends action, sentiment and intense stakes while the cast further enhances its impact.
Dhurandhar will arrive in cinemas on December 5, 2025.
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The makers of Ikkis have revealed a powerful new poster featuring veteran actor Dharmendra, and it has already created a huge buzz among fans. The poster introduces him in a role filled with emotion, strength, and dignity, reminding everyone why he remains one of Indian cinema’s most respected icons.
The tagline on the poster reads, “Fathers raise sons. Legends raise nations.” This line sets the tone for the film and hints at a story that is rooted in sacrifice, courage, and legacy.
Ikkis tells the story of India’s youngest Param Vir Chakra awardee, and Dharmendra’s presence adds weight and depth to this patriotic narrative. The film is presented by Dinesh Vijan and Maddock Films and is directed by ace filmmaker Sriram Raghavan, known for his gripping storytelling and unique style.
Agastya Nanda steps into the role of Arun Khetarpal, marking a powerful transformation from his previous youthful role in The Archies to portraying a national hero. The film also stars Jaideep Ahlawat, Dharmendra, and Sikandar Kher in pivotal roles, adding strong depth to the ensemble cast.
Directed by Sriram Raghavan, known for his critically acclaimed thrillers like Andhadhun and Badlapur, Ikkis is expected to combine emotion, patriotism, and intense storytelling.
As fans await Agastya’s theatrical debut, the first look at Ikkis has already created excitement across social media. With its powerful subject, talented cast, and Raghavan’s direction, the film is poised to be one of the most anticipated releases of 2025, a tribute to bravery that will resonate across generations. It is all set to release in cinemas worldwide this Christmas.
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By Dawn Chmielewski
LOS ANGELES -“Wicked: For Good” brought in $150 million in the U.S. and Canada in its opening weekend, setting a record for a film adaptation of a Broadway musical and ranking among the best-performing musicals of all time, according to the studio.
The second half of the big-screen adaptation of “Wicked,” which reunites Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba with Ariana Grande’s Glinda, posted the third-best domestic opening weekend for a musical ever, behind Disney’s 2019 photorealistic computer-generated version of “The Lion King” and its 2017 remake of “Beauty and the Beast,” according to Universal Pictures and Comscore’s box office tallies.
“Wicked: For Good” also helped lift a moribund North American box office from a nine-week slump, where total ticket sales failed to reach $100 million, according to Comscore.
“It’s absolutely tremendous to see all the hard work that our filmmakers, Marc Platt and Jon Chu, and our extraordinary cast of Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo and Jonathan Bailey, put in for years, and to see it pay off so handsomely is just beyond satisfying,” said Jim Orr, Universal’s president of domestic theatrical distribution.
Musicals don’t always appeal to movie-goers. Examples of modestly performing film adaptations of Broadway hits like “Dear Evan Hansen” and “In the Heights” outnumber cinematic blockbusters like the movie version of the ABBA musical, “Mamma Mia!”
RISKY TWO-FILM GAMBLE
The risky nature of stage-to-screen adaptations made industry analyst Daniel Loria initially question Universal Pictures’ decision to break the musical Wicked into two films.
“Most other studios would have made this one movie,” said Loria, senior vice president of content strategy for the Boxoffice Company, which provides data services for the industry. “The fact that you can squeeze out two blockbusters from the same IP, that’s a fantastic feat.”
Industry insiders credit the enduring appeal of the long-running Broadway musical, director Jon Chu’s inspired casting, and an aggressive marketing campaign for “Wicked’s” success.
“There’s something about it that resonates, particularly with younger viewers,” said Comscore’s box office analyst Paul Dergarabedian. “‘Wicked’ is to the younger generation what ‘The Sound of Music’ was to an older generation.”
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