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Baaghi 4 Tops Tiger Shroff Films in Advance Booking, Headed for Strong Opening
- “Baaghi 4” advance bookings for Day 1 have grossed around Rs 2.75 crore excluding blocked seats, and over Rs 5 crore including blocked seats, surpassing Tiger Shroff’s recent films like “Ganapath,” “Heropanti 2,” and is on track to beat “Bade Miyan Chote Miyan” in pre-sales.
- The film sold over 1.18 lakh tickets nationwide with Maharashtra, Delhi, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal as top contributors to sales.
- Despite a slower start in some cities, the overall advance booking trends show strong potential for a major opening, possibly Tiger Shroff’s best since the pandemic.
- Baaghi 4 is positioned to enter the top 5 pre-sales in 2025 with expected earnings over Rs 6.5 crore for Day 1 if momentum sustains.
- The film, starring Tiger Shroff, Sanjay Dutt, Harnaaz Sandhu, and Sonam Bajwa, releases on September 5, 2025, with high expectations for box office success.
Trump Says U.S. Has “Lost India and Russia to Deepest, Darkest China” After SCO Summit
- Trump said on Truth Social that “we’ve lost India and Russia to deepest, darkest China” after the SCO summit in Beijing.
- This comment followed the meeting of Narendra Modi, Vladimir Putin, and Xi Jinping, showing growing unity among India, Russia, and China.
- Trump expressed concern over China’s increasing influence on these two key countries.
- He wished them a “long and prosperous future together.”
- The statement has drawn significant attention and triggered discussions about shifting global alliances.
Internet Amazed by Korean Man’s Extraordinary Watermelon Peeling Skills in Viral Video
- A video of a Korean man peeling a large watermelon with remarkable skill and ease went viral on social media.
- The man’s technique showed smooth and quick peeling, impressing viewers with his dexterity and precision.
- The video was widely shared on Instagram and other platforms, garnering amusement and admiration from the internet community.
- Many viewers commented on the next-level skills, expressing amazement at the effortless and neat watermelon peeling.
- The viral post highlighted the creativity and talent often found in Korean street food preparation and presentation.
First Tesla Model Y Delivered in India to Maharashtra Minister
- Tesla delivered its first Model Y from the Mumbai Bandra Kurla Complex showroom.
- Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik is the first owner, promoting EV awareness.
- Model Y prices start at ₹59.89 lakh for the Rear-Wheel Drive variant.
- Tesla has received around 600 bookings since July with deliveries limited to select cities.
- The delivery marks a key step in advancing electric vehicle adoption in India.
Ross Taylor Comes Out of Retirement to Represent Samoa in T20 World Cup Qualifiers
- Ross Taylor, former New Zealand cricket star, has ended retirement at age 41.
- He will represent Samoa, his mother’s native country, in the T20 World Cup 2026 Asia-Pacific Qualifiers.
- Taylor is eligible to play for Samoa through his Samoan heritage and passport.
- He expressed pride in representing Samoa and his culture, calling it a huge honour.
- The comeback aims to help Samoa qualify for the T20 World Cup and share Taylor’s experience with the team.
Messi’s Emotional Brace Secures Argentina’s 3-0 Win in Final Home World Cup Qualifier
- Messi scored two goals in his likely last home World Cup qualifier, leading Argentina to a 3-0 win over Venezuela at a packed Estadio Monumental.
- Messi received a standing ovation and emotional support from 85,000 fans, visibly moved with tears during the match build-up.
- He became the all-time top scorer in CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers with 36 goals, contributing two crucial strikes.
- Lautaro Martínez added the third goal, helping Argentina maintain top position in South American qualifying.
- Messi is uncertain about playing in the 2026 World Cup, citing physical condition and rest following injury.