If the beginning of the year was shaky, the end is nothing short of historic. While most of us are struggling to make New Year plans, Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna are busy rewriting history books. But they aren't the only ones making headlines today—from airport spottings to shocking casting rumors, here is your final "Tea" of the year!
1. The ₹700 Crore Miracle: 'Dhurandhar' Does the Unthinkable
It’s official. As of this morning (Day 25), Aditya Dhar’s spy-thriller Dhurandhar has become the first-ever Hindi film to cross the ₹700 Crore Net mark in India. Yes, you read that right. The film has surpassed the lifetime collections of Gadar 2 and Jawan (Hindi), earning a staggering ₹1081 Crore worldwide.
Ranveer Singh, who started the year with doubts hovering over his career, has ended it as the undisputed King. But the real "Star of 2025"? That title goes to the reluctant superstar, Akshaye Khanna. His portrayal of the villain 'Rehman Dakait' has been so impactful that trade experts are calling it the "Gabbar Singh moment" of this generation.
2. The Great New Year Exodus: Who is Partying Where?
With the box office on fire, the stars are cooling off in style. Mumbai airport was a runway yesterday as B-Town jetted off for New Year 2026!
The Power Couple: Fresh off the Dhurandhar success, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone were spotted heading to New York. Fans say Ranveer’s glow was brighter than the airport lights!
The Rare Appearance: In a sweet surprise, Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan (along with Aaradhya) were clicked together, shutting down separation rumors as they flew out for a family vacay.
Lovebirds Alert: Rumoured couple Ibrahim Ali Khan and Palak Tiwari arrived separately but took the same flight to London. Samajh rahe ho na?
3. SCOOP: Is Jaideep Ahlawat Replacing Akshaye in 'Drishyam 3'?
Now for the gossip that has the industry buzzing. After we broke the news of Akshaye Khanna’s exit from Drishyam 3 over a ₹21 Crore fee demand, a new name has popped up. Insiders suggest that the makers are in talks with Jaideep Ahlawat to step into the shoes of IG Tarun Ahlawat. Ironically, Jaideep is currently winning hearts in Sriram Raghavan’s Ikkis (starring Agastya Nanda), which premiered last night to rave reviews. If this swap happens, it will be the ultimate battle of acting heavyweights: Ajay Devgn vs. Jaideep Ahlawat!
4. The First Big Event of 2026
While we say goodbye to 2025, the excitement for 2026 has already begun. All eyes are on January 2nd, when the cast of Border 2 (Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh) will take over Longewala for the massive launch of the song "Ghar Kab Aaoge". The teaser has already made grown men cry, and we have a feeling the full song is going to break the internet.
