Selena Gomez shows love to Benny Blanco on birthday
Singer-actress Selena Gomez shared a heartfelt birthday message for her husband, music producer Benny Blanco, posting wedding and romantic photos on Instagram with the caption: “Happy birthday my love I love you with all my heart.” The couple began dating in June 2023, got engaged in December 2024, and married on September 27, 2025. In other news, Gomez opened up about her mental health on the Friends Keep Secrets podcast, revealing she was misdiagnosed before receiving her bipolar disorder diagnosis. She discussed the challenges of finding the right treatment, attending multiple rehabs, and managing moments of mania, emphasizing that she is not ashamed and appreciates Blanco’s support in understanding and navigating her condition. (IANS)
Alpha starring Alia Bhatt, Sharvari to hit theatres on July 10
Yash Raj Films announced that the Alia Bhatt and Sharvari-starrer Alpha will release in theatres on July 10, 2026. The teaser poster, shared on Instagram, features Alia’s bruised face with a dark, metallic gold design and the Greek letter “A,” highlighting co-stars Anil Kapoor and Bobby Deol. Directed by Shiv Rawail and produced by Aditya Chopra, Alpha marks Alia’s first collaboration with YRF and India’s first female-led action film with Alia and Sharvari performing intense stunts. Originally scheduled for December 25, 2025, the spy thriller showcases the actresses in unprecedented action sequences, with Alia undergoing months of rigorous training to meet the film’s physically demanding requirements. (IANS)
Rihanna safe after home shooting, suspect arrested
Grammy winner Rihanna was home in Beverly Hills when her mansion was targeted in a shooting. A 30-year-old woman allegedly fired multiple shots from a white Tesla across the street, one of which pierced a wall. No injuries were reported, and Rihanna, 38, who lives there with her partner A$AP Rocky and their three children, is safe. The suspect was arrested without incident, and a weapon was recovered, with the LAPD Robbery Homicide Division investigating. Rihanna, one of the world’s best-selling artists with over 250 million records sold, rose to fame with hits like Umbrella and Disturbia, and continues to be a global music icon. (IANS)
Christian Bale reveals film genre he will never return to
Hollywood star Christian Bale, 52, has stated he has no plans to ever act in another musical. The actor, recently seen in Maggie Gyllenhaal’s The Bride!, clarified that a scene in the film, compared to his early musical Newsies, was not a musical number but an “intense, ridiculously energetic expression” tied to the plot. Playing Frankenstein’s monster, Bale spent up to six hours daily in makeup, leading to frustration that he vented by screaming. His screams eventually became a bonding experience, involving the hair and makeup team and expanding to a group of about 30 crew members. Bale emphasized that, while never say never, musicals are firmly in his past. (IANS)
