The much-anticipated film starring John Abraham, titled The Diplomat, made a notable debut at the box office, amassing over Rs 4.03 crore net on its opening day, as revealed by the film’s producers on Saturday. The movie, directed by Shivam Nair with a script penned by Ritesh Shah, hit theaters on Friday, marking a significant entry into the cinematic landscape.

The production house T-Series took to their X handle to announce the film’s successful first-day earnings, posting an eye-catching promotional poster. The caption read, “A strategy that strikes gold. 4.03 crore NBOC,” highlighting the film’s strong financial start and engaging marketing approach.

Inspired by true events, The Diplomat showcases Abraham in the role of JP Singh, a dedicated diplomat who embarks on a mission to save an Indian woman named Uzma, portrayed by actress Sadia Khateeb, from the clutches of Pakistan. The film promises a thrilling narrative that intertwines elements of drama and international diplomacy.

The Diplomat has also garnered critical acclaim, with prominent director Anurag Kashyap praising John Abraham’s performance. Kashyap expressed admiration for the film while indicating a need for a compelling concept for his own future project, No Smoking 2, demonstrating the impact of Abraham’s latest role.

In terms of production, The Diplomat is a collaborative effort from various partners, including John Abraham’s JA Entertainment alongside T-Series, Vipul D Shah, Ashwin Varde, Rajesh Bahl from Wakaoo Films, along with Sameer Dixit and Jatish Varma of Fortune Pictures, and Rakesh Dang from Seeta Films. This range of production houses reflects the film’s extensive backing and collective expertise, contributing to its promising start.

As audiences flock to theaters, The Diplomat is expected to draw more viewers, further solidifying its place in the current film landscape while showcasing Abraham’s talents in a compelling narrative drawn from real-life diplomatic challenges.

Australian cricket legend David Warner is set to make his debut in Indian cinema with the Telugu film ‘Robinhood’, featuring actor Nithin in the lead role. Warner expressed his excitement about the project, stating he thoroughly enjoyed the shooting process.

The production company behind the film, Mythri Movie Makers, officially welcomed Warner to Indian cinema on their X timeline, emphasizing his transition from cricket to film. They shared a poster featuring Warner, along with a message that reads, “After shining and leaving a mark on the ground, it is time for him to shine on the silver screen. Introducing the widely loved @davidwarner31 to Indian Cinema with #Robinhood in an exciting cameo. Grand release worldwide on March 28th.”

In response, Warner took to his own X account, sharing his enthusiasm: “Indian Cinema, here I come. Excited to be a part of #Robinhood. Thoroughly enjoyed shooting for this one. Grand release worldwide on March 28th.”

The film ‘Robinhood’ revolves around Nithin’s character, a thief named Honey Singh, who embarks on a mission to steal from the rich in order to help the poor. His character is depicted as fearless and without ulterior motives, willing to confront anyone for the right cause.

Originally scheduled for release last year, the film’s premiere has been rescheduled to March 28 of this year. The project is produced by Naveen Yerneni and Y Ravi Shankar, with Cherry serving as CEO and Hari Tummala as executive producer.

Directed by Venky Kudumula, ‘Robinhood’ features Nithin alongside Sree Leela. The film boasts music from National Award-winning composer G V Prakash Kumar, while Sai Sriram handles cinematography. The art direction is managed by Raam Kumar, and editing is done by Koti.

With a mix of action and entertainment, ‘Robinhood’ is poised to mark a significant entry for David Warner into the realm of Indian cinema, adding to the excitement surrounding its release.

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan surprised fans and the media when he introduced his girlfriend, Gauri Spratt, at a pre-birthday event in Mumbai. The actor revealed that he has known Gauri for 25 years, and they have been in a relationship for the past 18 months.

Gauri Spratt’s background

Gauri Spratt hails from Bengaluru and has spent most of her life there. She is the daughter of Rita Spratt, who owned a salon in the city. Gauri pursued her education at Blue Mountain School and later studied fashion, completing a course in FDA Styling & Photography from the University of the Arts, London, in 2004.

Currently, she manages a BBlunt salon in Mumbai. Reports also suggest that she is a mother to a six-year-old child.

Aamir Khan on his relationship with Gauri

At the press meet, Aamir Khan shared that Gauri Spratt is now working with his production house. Speaking about how he managed to keep their relationship private, the actor joked, “Dekha kuch bhi pata nahi chalne diya maine tum logo ko (See, I did not let you get a wind of this).”

He further revealed that since Gauri was based in Bengaluru, he often traveled there to meet her, which helped them maintain a low profile. “For one, she lived in Bangalore till recently. So, I would fly down to meet her, and the media scrutiny is less there. So we stayed under the radar,” Aamir added.

Gauri Spratt meets Aamir’s family and friends

Aamir Khan recently introduced Gauri Spratt to his children, his family, and close friends, including Bollywood stars Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan. On March 12, both actors visited Aamir’s house to meet her.

Aamir Khan’s birthday celebration

As Aamir Khan turns 60, he shared that he has planned a family dinner to celebrate the occasion, and Gauri Spratt will be a part of the gathering.