Long before she became a global icon, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan stunned audiences with her regal presence in S. Shankar’s 1998 film ‘Jeans’. While the film was a visual spectacle on its own, it was the song ‘Poovukkul’ that truly turned heads — not just for its catchy tune and stunning locations, but for Aishwarya’s remarkable outfits.

Conceptualized by Shankar’s wife Easwari Rao
According to ABP Live, each of her ensembles in the song was inspired by iconic queens from around the globe.

The song featured Aishwarya Rai’s character Madhumita donning different royal avatars, bringing together history, fashion, and cinematic flair. The costumes, conceptualized by director Shankar’s wife Easwari Rao, were a tribute to legendary queens and empresses, visually blending culture with character.
Aishwarya as Cleopatra of Egypt, and many more
Among the standout looks, Aishwarya was seen in a golden and black costume paying homage to Cleopatra of Egypt, complete with a traditional headdress. She also transformed into Queen Elizabeth I of England, with a pearl-adorned red gown and an elegant crown. Another memorable moment included a royal Chinese look inspired by Empress Wu Zetian, featuring intricate embroidery and a dragon-emblazoned cloak.

Queen Nefertiti inspired look
The visual extravaganza didn’t stop there — she also portrayed Queen Nefertiti in a sleek black ensemble inspired by the iconic bust, and later channeled Marie Antoinette in an opulent pink gown and powdered wig, capturing the grandeur of 18th-century France.
Shankar’s creative vision
‘Poovukkul’ not only highlighted Aishwarya’s versatility and charm but also elevated her to style-icon status in Indian cinema. The creative decision to portray queens from different civilizations in a single song remains one of the most ambitious and artistic tributes to feminine elegance ever seen on screen. Although Shankar may have failed to prove his directorial vision in the present times, he is surely a legend in the film industry and ‘Jeans’ song is just the tip of the iceberg.

Beyonce‘s Cowboy Carter tour kicked off with a powerful blend of music, and unforgettable Carter family moments at the SoFi Stadium. While Queen Bey hit the stage and put up some of her best performances, it was her daughters — Blue Ivy and Rumi Carter — who truly stole the spotlight.
In a rare and heartwarming appearance, 7-year-old Rumi Carter joined her mother on stage for the first time during her live performance of ‘Protector’. The cutie, dressed in a stunning golden dress, was all smiles as she hugged her mum and waved to the adoring fans. Besides joining her mum for the track, she also put up a few choreographed routines.
The cheers only grew when older sister, 13-year-old Blue Ivy, joined them onstage with a team of background dancers.
But the evening didn’t stop there. Blue Ivy Carter, now a regular performer at her superstar mom’s shows, once again wowed audiences with her fierce stage performances. Taking the lead dancer position, she stunned fans with her dance break during “America Has a Problem.”
Another viral moment from the night featured Blue Ivy strutting down the stage to recreate Beyonce’s 2006 hit dance ‘Deja Vu’. With her effortless strutt, hair flips and confident moves the young starlet owned the stage and hit the top trends on social media.
Fans on social media took to their handles to praise Blue Ivy’s growth as a performer. This marks just her second tour appearance after debuting as a backup dancer during the Renaissance World Tour in Paris last year. She also joined Beyonce during the much-discussed Beyonce Bowl NFL halftime show on Christmas Day 2024.

Emraan Hashmi’s action-drama Ground Zero continued its slow climb at the Indian box office as it nears the end of its first week. Despite the initial buzz, the film has struggled to gain momentum, earning an estimated Rs 0.63 crore on both Monday and Tuesday, bringing its total five-day collection to Rs 6.46 crore, according to Sacnilk.
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The film opened with Rs 1.15 crore on Friday, followed by Rs 1.90 crore on Saturday and Rs 2.15 crore on Sunday. While the weekend offered some hope, the weekday figures reflect a significant drop, making it uncertain whether Ground Zero will cross the Rs 10 crore mark before the week wraps up.
The film, which released last Friday, opened to a positive response from both critics and audiences, especially for its gripping storyline and powerful performances. It had a decent opening weekend, and while the weekdays have seen a natural dip, the numbers indicate a stable hold rather than a sharp drop, a promising sign for any mid-budget film.
‘Ground Zero’ hit the box office with limited buzz and opened to a lukewarm response from audiences. As expected with most films, its earnings declined on Monday. However, since the film was already recording modest numbers, the dip was more noticeable.
Directed by Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar, ‘Ground Zero’ is based on the real-life 2003 counter-terrorism operation that led to the elimination of Ghazi Baba, the mastermind behind the 2001 Parliament and Akshardham attacks. Emraan Hashmi in the lead role, delivers a performance that has been appreciated by critics and audiences alike.