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Fans of Netflix’s Emily in Paris are already buzzing with anticipation for Season 5, and recent filming across Paris, Rome and Venice has given the first tantalising glimpse into Lily Collins’ fresh wardrobe and evolving style as Emily Cooper.

The paparazzi were out in force during filming on the streets of Paris and later in Rome, capturing Collins in outfits that reflect a notable shift in Emily’s fashion sensibilities.

The vibrant, mismatched prints that defined her early days in the City of Lights have seemingly given way to a more polished, Parisian-inspired look.

Costume designer Marilyn Fitoussi, who has been responsible for Emily’s bold ensembles since the beginning, appears to have steered the character into more elegant territory, suggesting a maturation not only in Emily’s style but perhaps in her personal journey as well.

In Paris, Collins was photographed wearing a vivid red three-piece suit paired with a long leather coat. Accessorised with silver sculptural hoops and a bold silver ring, the look exuded sophistication without abandoning Emily’s trademark flair for bold colours.

Another scene featured Collins in a fitted navy Victoria Beckham dress, accompanied by a yellow gold rectangular link chain bracelet, echoing contemporary and vintage ’70s jewellery trends. Sporting a new bobbed haircut, Collins carried the refined look effortlessly.

Filming in Rome presented another layer of glamour. Collins was seen in a strapless floral-print dress paired with Aurelie Bidermann malachite drop earrings, embracing a high-fashion aesthetic in contrast to some of her earlier, more whimsical ensembles.

The show has long nodded to iconic screen style moments, particularly those of Audrey Hepburn. Season 4 saw tributes to Hepburn’s roles in Charade and Roman Holiday, alongside references to Funny Face.

Speculation is already swirling over whether Season 5 will echo Sabrina or Breakfast at Tiffany’s, further cementing Emily’s evolving look as a blend of timeless chic and contemporary flair.

Beyond Paris and Rome, filming has also taken Collins and the cast to Venice. The actress shared behind-the-scenes photos on Instagram captioned “A very Venetian getaway,” highlighting the blend of work and play that filming the series often brings.

On a water taxi ride, Collins sported a whimsical tomato-print sundress by HVN, illustrated with pasta motifs. The look was completed with a chocolate-coloured bucket hat and oversized sunglasses. Later, she switched into a white polka-dot dress paired with black-and-white ballet flats, gold hoop earrings, and a lemon-illustrated paper fan, capturing the playful essence fans have come to expect.

Another Venice shoot spotlighted one of the season’s strongest style trends — polka dots. Collins was photographed in a striking black-and-white two-piece set, consisting of a calf-length flared skirt and a matching crop top.

She accessorised with large gold hoop earrings while keeping her hair tied back to highlight the ensemble. In another scene, she wore Nina Ricci’s polka-dot bustier mini dress, valued at $1,535, with diamond drop earrings and bold red lipstick.

The timeless pattern, embraced this year by celebrities including Sabrina Carpenter, Gracie Abrams and Kylie Jenner, seems set to dominate the season’s fashion narrative.

Behind the glamour, the show’s creators continue to emphasise Emily’s lifestyle as justification for her extravagant wardrobe.

Director Andrew Fleming explained that the character’s luxurious fashion choices reflect her circumstances: “She’s a young woman with disposable income… She spends her money on clothes. It’s a passion. It’s part of her mindset to be creative with what she wears.” He acknowledged, however, that certain outfits pose challenges during filming, citing Emily’s wide-brimmed fascinator from a Season 4 masquerade ball as an example of costumes that are both visually impactful and technically difficult to manage on set.

The upcoming season follows Emily as she embarks on a new chapter in Italy with her love interest Marcello, portrayed by Eugenio Franceschini, while continuing to navigate her career and personal adventures.

With production under way across Europe, audiences can expect a mix of elegance, whimsy, and high-fashion experimentation when Season 5 debuts. For now, Netflix has not announced a premiere date, leaving fans eagerly awaiting both the fashion revelations and the next stage of Emily Cooper’s journey.

In a heart-warming twist in Pakistan’s entertainment industry, Farzana Muneer – mother of actor Gohar Rasheed and mother-in-law of actress Kubra Khan – has ventured into acting, proving that it is never too late to pursue one’s passions.

Farzana has made her television debut with the drama serial Biryani, where she takes on a significant role. For Gohar Rasheed, this was more than just another drama launch – it was an emotional milestone.

Sharing a photograph with his mother on social media, according to Express News, the actor expressed both pride and tenderness as he introduced her to the world of acting.

According to Gohar, the first day on set carried the nervous energy of a child’s first day at school. His mother, despite her age, displayed the same mix of jitters and excitement familiar to newcomers in any field. To ease the transition, both he and Kubra Khan accompanied her early in the morning, making sure she arrived at the set with confidence.

“She was so anxious on that first day,” Gohar admitted, “but everyone on set treated her with warmth and encouragement.”

He went on to thank the drama’s director and the entire cast for their support in welcoming his mother into the fold of television drama.

Farzana Muneer’s step into acting highlights a growing acceptance of fresh talent, regardless of age, in Pakistan’s entertainment industry. For audiences, her journey is a reminder that passion can find expression at any stage in life. For Gohar Rasheed, it is a personal dream realised – to see his mother embrace the spotlight he has long called home.

I first saw Terence in The Collector (1965) when I was a kid. It struck in my head as the ultimate horror film – it terrified the daylights out of me. Terence’s greatest beauties were his eyes – in some of the early films you don’t see it, but in person, when they were shining, he could hold a room. He’d sit there and say, “Watch this, I’m going to stop a restaurant.” And he could do it. I saw him do it! It was extraordinary. He once told me that he used to have real fun on Superman when he was bored, stuck on top of the ice castle. “I’d just stare down until everyone went quiet,” he said.

We tried many actors when casting Bernadette in The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, but absolutely everybody turned the role down. Terence was easily on the top of our list, but we thought he’d never do it. The honest truth is, he turned it down at first. But out of nowhere, his agent said to him, “Well, you’re bored. You’ve just done superhero movies. Why don’t you do something else?” It was astonishing when his agent reached out and said, “No, he wants to talk.” We were falling over ourselves. If he wanted the role, it was his.

We talked long and hard about why he’d initially said no. It was fear. And fair enough – you have got to remember we were coming out of the HIV/Aids mess. It was a taboo subject. I looked at the work that he’d done all the way through, like the Italian years when he worked with Fellini and Pasolini, and thought: this was a man who took chances. And I think he was at absolutely the right moment in his life where he was ready for another chance.

Terence admitted he was absolutely terrified to play Bernadette – he was being voted one of the best-looking men on earth and suddenly in Priscilla he was, and this is a direct quote, “dressed up as an old dog”. But he put the pain of what he was going through into the performance, and that’s what made the film.

In my head, I had a very clear idea of who Bernadette was. I remember looking at Terence when he came out presented as Bernadette for the first time. I said, “Well this isn’t what I pictured in my head, but it’s interesting. Let’s talk about it.” Meanwhile, Terence looked at the mirror and completely exploded. From that point in the film, no mirrors were allowed. It was the fear. But he worked it in – he knew what he was doing. Every day, they’d say, “You want to see rushes?” And he’d say, “No. If I’m committing, I’m going for it.”

By the time we finished the shoot, he was way past being afraid and Priscilla was a real high point for him. Over the years, we became very close. He was a loner, but we became really good pals. Anytime I was anywhere near him, I would visit. Once you got through the layers, he was an East End boy, a working-class boy, and I think over the years, the thing I most loved was that he let me into that world. And sometimes it was very foul-mouthed!

Terence would complain that he was only ever asked about two things: Priscilla or Superman. The amount of times he said to me, “Far From the Madding Crowd [1967] – I’ve never worked so hard at something so magnificent and it has been forgotten.” I said, “It’s called time, Terence.” He said, “But Priscilla is 30 years old. Why doesn’t it go away? They only ask me about two films, and one of them’s fucking Priscilla.” And I’d get the giggles. That’s when we began talking about a Priscilla sequel. On that front, let’s just say – he agreed to do the sequel a few years ago and we’ve been particularly busy over the past year.

By the end of his career, he was working to keep himself entertained. He was discerning – if he’d already seen something like it, he didn’t care. If something pressed his buttons and piqued his interest, he’d consider it. His Italian years were just breathtaking. Who the hell gets to work with all those people? He said to me, “I just drifted from one to the other – if somebody had something interesting, I’d do it. That’s the way it’s always been.”

Terence kept to himself. He was an enigma. And then he’d show up, use the eyes and turn everybody to jelly. He was a wonderful man – and he’s not done yet.

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During the Covid-19 lockdown, Sujan Chapagain’s debut song, ‘Teenpatey’, was first shared on TikTok. It slowly became popular, and many regarded it as a form of therapy. This led Chapagain to understand that music is more than just awards and applause; it can also heal and bring people together.

Chapagain’s story starts modestly, which adds to its appeal. His first public singing was at his school mass in fifth grade, where he performed Udit Narayan’s ‘Malai Yo Jindagile Chot Diyo’. The heartfelt performance moved many, even making some cry, and he won first prize, confirming early on that his voice mattered.

Despite the applause, Chapagain’s path to music was not straightforward. He completed his +2 in science in Chitwan, where family and friends nudged him towards agriculture. Chitwan is home to the Agriculture and Forestry University and remains a vibrant hub for these fields. Initially, he did not consider music a career; instead, he viewed it as a passion and craft to pursue alongside a traditional profession. When Nepal Idol’s first season aired, and he was selected in the early rounds, he chose not to participate. The audition was in Kathmandu, and with exams nearing, he decided to focus on his studies. Looking back, he says he has no regrets. “If I had continued, I might have gained fame faster and received more invitations, but taking a break allowed me to deepen my musical skills instead of seeking quick fame,” Chapagain explains.

That practice was deliberate and demanding. Chapagain studied under several gurus over five years, learning the basics of classical singing in Chitwan for two years before moving to Kathmandu to pursue eastern classical training for another three years. He absorbed the technical rigour of semi-classical traditions and cultivated a voice to carry the ornamentation and discipline those styles demand. His songs are technically complex, requiring long hours of rehearsal to shape phrasing, tone and breath. ‘Ghumi Ghumi’, a folk piece, pushed him to develop a folk tone he did not yet possess.

He explains that immersing oneself in the emotional essence of a song can be beneficial. Sometimes, performing a heartbreak song makes him feel sad. For a singer, acting and genuine expression often merge.

The breakthrough didn’t come from a reality show but from a pandemic. ‘Teenpatey’, his first song, premiered in 2020 as the world went into lockdown. Originally uploaded to YouTube, it gained new popularity on TikTok, where users incorporated snippets into their daily videos as background music. The song’s fresh sound and unique style resonated quickly and broadly. “People were stressed during Covid-19. They needed therapy, and music became therapy for them,” he said. What started as a modest release unexpectedly opened the door to a larger audience. TikTok’s viral loops transformed a local singer into a recognisable name.

The new visibility influenced his decisions significantly. Becoming independent gave Chapagain artistic liberty, enabling him to compose and arrange music without conforming to industry standards. However, this freedom also brings operational and promotional hurdles that a label typically manages. He openly discusses the trade-offs involved. While independence fosters creative risks, it also requires learning about marketing, collaborations, and logistics. His strategy strikes a balance: he aims to continue creating independently while also entering the film music scene to reach broader audiences.

Chapagain credits Chitwan for much of his musical identity. He says, “I grew up surrounded by Gandharva traditions, rivers and jungle edges, small towns where local sound and rhythm are woven into people’s daily lives. I feel nature’s energy in my work, and it has become a source of inspiration.” His music’s textures reflect that attachment to Chitwan.

Live performing has been a relatively recent chapter. Chapagain admits he has not done many shows yet. He first wants to increase the quantity of his songs, and further strengthen his band. His first international experience was an Australian tour with his band at the time, Sujan Chapagain and The Infinity, where they played in seven cities. Before that, there were performances in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Chitwan. Fans sometimes react with an intensity that surprises him. On one occasion, a fan threw a phone onto the stage, eager to get a selfie, and the phone hit his body. The incident is now told with laughter, but it highlights the ardour his songs inspire.

Some of the responses have been quieter and more profound. A fan who had been paralysed for several years told him that his music aided the recovery process. He observes that men have become a significant part of his audience despite popular belief that men are less emotionally expressive. Messages arrive saying his emotional songs make listeners feel romantic or help them through difficult nights.

The song ‘Eklai Bhayeni’ became emotionally linked to a couple’s story. Srijana Subedi and Bibek Pangeni were among the listeners. After the song was released, Bibek, who was critically ill, passed away a few days later. Fans now associate that song with the couple. For Chapagain, this shows how music can develop its own life and hold meaning well beyond what was initially intended.

Creative collaborations have become a consistent element of his work. The band Sujan Chapagain and The Infinity, officially formed in June 2022, have performed across Nepal and abroad. Their music seeks to blend traditional Nepali folk elements with contemporary sounds, maintaining the authenticity of folk instruments while making them resonate with modern audiences. Hark Saud, the band’s lyricist, provides the lyrics that underpin Chapagain’s melodies, and Nabin Chauhan enhances their sound with evocative visual storytelling. Together, they strive to craft music that feels generational.

Beyond singing, Chapagain is broadening his musical skills. He is learning tabla and often travels during his free time. He says travel energises his imagination and keeps his life balanced; dedicating all hours to a career can sap the joy from creation. For now, travel, tabla practice, and composition make up the other half of his daily routine.

Chapagain also aspires to create films. His team, which produced ‘Teenpatey’, worked on ‘Oon Ko Sweater’, where he performed most of the soundtrack. Transitioning from music to film felt like a natural progression for a group eager to tell stories too vast for a music video. “Our dream was to make a musical movie,” he explains.

Chapagain dreams of a grand concert someday, but he is patient. He wants to strengthen his band and build a broader repertoire before staging a large-scale show. For Chapagain, the work is cumulative: every guru’s lesson, every competition in school, and every practice adds up to a musician who knows both craft and consequence.

“Music comforted people during the hardest days and gave me my path. I want to keep learning, make songs that touch people, and one day give a big concert with my band when we are ready,” says Chapagain. 

Wishbone, the new album from Conan Gray, tops this week’s fan-voted music poll.

Music fans voted in a poll published Friday (Aug. 1) on Billboard, choosing the pop artist’s fresh LP as their favorite new release of the past week.

Wishbone worked its magic with listeners in a week that also saw new releases streaming in from Chance The Rapper, Cardi B and more. An overwhelming majority said Gray’s fourth studio album was their top choice, with the set bringing in nearly 80% of the vote.

“I named it Wishbone because I think relationships remind me a lot of wishbones,” Gray told Billboard in a recent interview. “It’s like the only wishing ritual that requires two people, but a wishbone requires two people, and they essentially make a bet against each other, and they’re like, ‘Hey, I want my wish to come true. So let’s do this. You might win and get your dreams come true, but I also might win, and if I win, then you get nothing.”’

Gray added, “I had so much fun. I was writing lyrics, smiling ear to ear like so happy to get things off my chest. I felt immense freedom. I was literally, I literally have never had a better time writing an album — which is hilarious because the album is truly miserable.”

Coline Aguirre first began to imagine her future during a high school exchange program in Japan a decade ago.

Aguirre, who was born in Paris but moved around a lot as a child, spent a year studying in Kanagawa, a prefecture about 40 miles outside Tokyo.

During a visit to her host family’s grandparents in the countryside, she discovered that they lived in a traditional Japanese house built in the ’70s, with elegant wooden beams and beautiful tatami rooms.

“That was the first time I slept in a tatami room. Before that, I had only been in really modern city houses in Japan,” Aguirre told Business Insider. “I fell in love, and in that moment, I knew I wanted to own a traditional house in Japan.”

Fast-forward to 2021: Aguirre was back in France and working as a freelance photographer. Over the years, she and her mother had nurtured a shared hobby of scrolling through real-estate websites and window-shopping for homes.

“At the time, I was discovering the real estate market in Japan and noticing the really low prices,” Aguirre said.

In France, a countryside home could easily set her back by 200,000 euros. In contrast, some houses in rural Japan can go for as low as $500.

The contrast was striking, and it got her thinking about the possibilities.

“In France, if I wanted to buy something new with the money I had then, it would be a car or a garage. I don’t want to live in a car or in a garage,” she said.

‘A hundred years old, minimum’

Thus started her hunt for a “kominka,” or a farmhouse, in the Japanese countryside.

Aguirre was looking for a large property, with enough room for a photo studio. She also wanted an old house because she felt that they were built with materials meant to last.

“My criteria was like, a hundred years old, minimum,” Aguirre added.

When she chanced upon the listing for a 3,200-square-foot property in Uda, a small town about 50 miles south of Kyoto, she knew she had found the one.

“It matched all my expectations. It was huge, maybe a bit too huge, but it had an inner garden, two bathrooms, two kitchens, and a lot of bedrooms,” Aguirre said.

It was also a 15-minute drive to the train station, and about an hour and a half from the ocean.

With the help of a consultant on a real-estate portal — who sent her a 20-minute video tour of the listing — Aguirre bought the two-story house remotely, without seeing it in person.

Aguirre says she paid about 4.9 million Japanese yen for the property in 2022, and at the age of 24, achieved her dream of buying a traditional house in the Japanese countryside.

Her husband, who is in the French Army, knew this was her plan soon after they first got together.

“From the moment we started dating eight years ago, I already told him I’m going to be a house owner in Japan one day. And it eventually happened,” Aguirre said.

She officially moved to Japan alone later that year. “I had no plan. I was just trusting the universe,” Aguirre, now 27, said.

Her parents were also supportive of her move. It helped that they were already familiar with Japan: Her father had spent a year working in Tokyo, and her mother had been to the country multiple times on vacation.

Growing up, she was used to her parents buying and fixing up old houses in France.

“I had no perception of what was scary or not,” Aguirre said. “We’ve been doing that so many times, it just felt normal for me to buy a house.”

Restoring the house

Aguirre’s house sits on a street where the old market used to be.

The street reminds her of Kyoto, with its shops and old houses. “The post office is in front of me, while there’s a bank at the end of the road,” she said.

When her house was first built in the 1920s, the front section facing the street served as a soy sauce shop. Before she bought it, the previous owners had used it as a summer home whenever they visited from the city during the holidays.

In terms of restoring the property, Aguirre, who now runs a real-estate consultancy, says she has tried to keep as much of the original structure as possible.

The main thing she’s changed so far is getting rid of the septic tank and connecting the property to the public sewage system.

“I haven’t really destroyed so many things besides everything that was added during the ’70s,” she said.

There’s plenty left to do, including remodeling the kitchen and removing the fake ceilings on the second floor. Considering the size of the property, it’s been a slow process.

“I try to do all the DIY I possibly can,” Aguiree said.

Local contractors were often more accustomed to working on newer homes with modern materials like plastic insulation, which wasn’t what she envisioned for her own space.

“I started to learn a lot of DIY stuff, like making tiles and waterproofing the shower. But it’s fun. I really enjoy it and I like power tools a lot,” Aguirre said, adding that she dived into online tutorials, read books, and got advice from her father.

These days, between managing her business and working on the house, Aguirre also runs an online boutique selling vintage kimonos and accessories. On the side, she offers kimono photography sessions, too.

Living the dream

Aguirre is part of a growing wave of foreigners who are relocating to Japan.

The number of foreign residents in Japan reached a record high of 3,768,977 at the end of 2024 — an increase of 10.5% from the previous year, per data from the country’s Immigration Services Agency.

Four Americans who spoke to BI in 2023 listed Japan’s safety standards and relative affordability as reasons for their move. Others told BI they were drawn to the idea of renovating one of the country’s 8 million abandoned homes.

Though much of the experience has been rewarding, Aguirre says the hardest part of her move was staying focused on her goals.

“It is super challenging to own that kind of big house that needs constant attention, while also starting a business from zero in a new country with a new language,” she said.

She hopes to improve her Japanese language skills, but hasn’t found the time to take lessons.

“For now, my language classes are me talking to my neighbors,” Aguirre said.

Most of her neighbours are between 50 and 90 years old and have been living in the area for decades. Many of them once attended the local elementary school, which has since been transformed into a maple park.

That said, meeting new people hasn’t been difficult. A fairly large group of foreigners — mostly from the US and the UK — are living in Uda, she said.

“When you go grocery shopping and you see someone else who is a foreigner, you basically go and talk to them because it’s so rare,” Aguirre said.

Over the years, she’s been introduced to new people, sometimes even on the street.

Aguirre lives in her house in Japan full-time, and her husband comes to visit her whenever he can. Regarding what is often a long-distance relationship, Aguirre said, “It’s challenging, but I mean, he said yes eight years ago.”

Looking back on her journey, Aguirre says it feels like she’s only begun to scratch the surface.

“Three years is just a trial,” she said. Sometimes, she added, you’ll need to wait for the thrill of the move to die down before you know if it’s really for you.

That said, Aguire knows she made the right choice. She hopes to continue growing her real estate business, now a team of three, and eventually connect traditional Japanese homes with buyers seeking homes and spaces for their creative projects.

“It still feels like a dream,” Aguirre said. “I just added more layers to my dream.”

Do you have a story to share about building your dream home in Asia? Contact this reporter at agoh@businessinsider.com.

Your Weekly Work Horoscope for The Week of August 18, 2025. Discover your Weekly Work Horoscope for each zodiac sign here.

Aries

When someone asks if anyone has any ideas, you are the first person to open your mouth. You are taking a lot of initiative at the beginning of the week. And your boss is taking notice. Tuesday and Wednesday, all of your mental energy is focused on succeeding at work. Just be careful that you don’t use anyone unnecessarily. You don’t have to rule the world; you just have to achieve the goals you set out to achieve. And on Thursday and Friday, you’ll be achieving them. This weekend, take a break. Be a creature of habit. Be as unambitious as possible.

Taurus

A financial opportunity will present itself to you on Monday, but it won’t be worth the risk. You have enough going on right now to be distracted by wild schemes. On Tuesday and Wednesday, several already underway plans are going to achieve momentum, and you want to be on your toes. Best to keep your options open and stay agile so you can respond to anything. A minor setback (a power struggle) figures on Thursday or Friday, but don’t let it rile you. It’s just a weird clash of energy. Share your recent work frustrations with a friend or two over the weekend. You’ll feel better.

Gemini

Your righthand person is at your side on Monday. The two of you are ready to take the professional world by storm. Your success these days has everything to do with the strength of the relationships you’ve built. Midweek, you may start to feel insecure about the direction you’re heading in, but that’s only because, with so many other people in the picture, there are a ton of unknown variables. Try to nail down some of those variables. And, at the end of the week, try looking at everything from someone else’s perspective. You’ll be amazed by what you discover.

Cancer

You’re exhausted on Monday. All you want to do is crawl under your desk and take a three-month-long nap. Actually, a nap isn’t a half bad idea. Sneak out of the office and do something relaxing or restorative for yourself. Tuesday and Wednesday are full of challenges at work, and, again, your energy level is not going to be as high as you wish it would be, but on Thursday you’ll find ways to connect with coworkers and get pumped up about what you’re working on these days. On Friday, flexibility is essential. You’ll go into the weekend with more vim and vigor than you’ve had all week.

Leo

Maybe you can convince someone to send you on a business trip. You have a yen to travel on Monday, and if you could channel your personal desires into your work, you’d be smoking. Your personal life is at an all-time high too. At work, especially Tuesday and Wednesday, coworkers will notice an increase in your confidence and your capacity for leadership. It’s all related. There’s a chance that someone will misinterpret your boldness as arrogance at the end of the week, but don’t cling too tightly to your notions of what other people think. Spend the weekend in listening mode.

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Virgo

Sometimes you just have to take a risk. On Monday, it’s risk-taking season. Rather than projecting possible outcomes into the future, focus instead on your own composure. You have no idea what may come your way, and you’ll be so much better off if you’re poised and prepared for any eventuality. This posture will already start to pay off on Wednesday (someone will mention how fun it is to work with you) and by Thursday you’re going to have opened yourself up entirely. You’ll learn a ton. An eye-opening conversation on Friday will give way to an expansive weekend.

Libra

Communicate what’s going on and you’ll be in the clear. No matter how much control you’d like to have over this project, it’s always a better idea to keep your superiors informed. That way, if you decide to call in sick on Tuesday or Wednesday (which you might) someone else at the office will have a clue about what’s up. On Thursday, some new inspiration will strike you and you’ll charge into work with some fairly significant refinements to the general strategy, but, in general, this week is about being in close touch with your colleagues and turning your camaraderie into something of value.

Scorpio

Feeling caught up in the moment, you may impulsively sign off on something on Monday. Sometimes being impulsive is smart, because impulsiveness depends upon intuition, and your intuition is pretty good this week. And anyway, with a little willpower and determination you can make anything work. A disagreement among coworkers midweek will give you the opportunity to show off your fairly developed skills at diplomacy. If only you could apply those same skills at home on Friday, when family life will completely consume you. This weekend, you’ll get to hone a couple more of your hidden talents.

Sagittarius

The week begins with an adventure of sorts. A trip out into the field. Maybe a lunch. Joviality and good will figure strongly. Spending time developing your work friendships is as valuable as anything else you could be doing. On Tuesday and Wednesday, you will find a professional outlet for your creativity (your powers of expression are unsurpassed these days). Keeping up the lines of communication (even with a casual email here or there) is essential on Thursday. And on Friday, keep an open mind. All weekend you’ll be thinking about ways to expand your horizons.

Capricorn

It’s time for you to impose some structure on all these freewheeling projects. As things stand, nothing seems possible because no one has any idea where to begin. Once you put everything in order, productivity will improve. Everyone’s working well together in the middle of the week thanks in no small part to your efforts, and your natural skills as a leader are going to impress someone higher up. Toward the end of the week, keep your eyes on the future rather on immediate priorities. Leave the immediacy to someone else. This weekend, ponder the big picture.

Aquarius

So many doors are opening for you on Monday. You thought you’d have to do a lot more convincing to get what you want. Instead, you have carte blanche, which means you’re going to have to be disciplined about how you proceed. Don’t shoot blanks into the dark. Spend the middle of the week being as precise and logical as possible. You’ll be amazed by how much you get done. Keep your head down and don’t expect any rewards until Thursday afternoon or Friday, when praise and happiness and bonus cash will likely fall upon you. A warning: don’t rush out and spend that cash right away.

Pisces

Hopefully you’re rested and alert on Monday. Work is going to require your full attention. A disagreement with the boss is going to set you on edge and finally give definition to the tension you’ve been sensing for a while. The truth is luck will be on your side. But all week long think before speaking and if you need assistance from someone, by all means, ask for it. (Later in the week, when things have calmed down, you can in turn be of assistance to them.) Friday afternoon you’re daydreaming about the future, and the weekend is rich with soul-searching and self-discovery.

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This Friday, the box office saw one of the biggest clashes of 2025, with the release of Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani’s ‘War 2’ and Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie.’ Both movies are competing neck to neck, as the audience is giving immense love to each of the films. Though with the opening day collection of Rs. 52 crore and Rs. 65 crore respectively, ‘Coolie’ outshone ‘War 2’, the tables turned on Saturday. This clash between the titans is rapidly changing the box office dynamics. After completing four days, the verdict is that ‘Coolie’ is ahead in the race with a business close to Rs200 crore. However, ‘War 2’ isn’t far behind, as it minted over Rs. 170 crore by the end of the opening weekend.War 2 Movie Review

‘War 2’ box office collection day 4 update

According to Sacnilk, on day 4, i.e, Sunday, ‘War 2’ made a business of Rs 31 crore (early estimates) across all languages in the domestic market. It is less than what the movie made on Saturday (which was Rs. 33.25 crore), yet it tried to maintain a steady pace at the box office after the major drop. With this, after 4 days of a successful theatrical release, ‘War 2’ has collected Rs. 173.60 crore in India net.If the movie maintains this pace, then it might be able to close in on Rs. 200 crore soon.

Here is the day-wise breakdown of ‘War 2’ box office collection

Day 1 [1st Thursday] ₹ 52 Cr [Hindi: Rs 29 Cr; Tamil: Rs 0.25 Cr; Telugu: Rs 22.75 Cr] Day 2 [1st Friday] ₹ 57.35 Cr [Hindi: Rs 44.5 Cr; Tamil: Rs 0.35 Cr; Telugu: Rs 12.5 Cr] Day 3 [1st Saturday] ₹ 33.25 Cr [Hindi: Rs 26 Cr; Tamil: Rs 0.3 Cr; Telugu: Rs 6.95 Cr] Day 4 [1st Sunday] ₹ 31.00 Cr * early estimates Total ₹ 173.60 Cr

Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ takes the lead

Released on August 14, Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ proved it is here to stay and slay from day one, and the saga thus started hasn’t paused. Though on day 2, it got beaten in the box office game by ‘War 2’, it came back stronger. On day 4, i.e., Sunday, the movie generated a business of Rs. 34 crore, bringing its total to Rs. 193.25 crores across all languages in the domestic market.The film is expected to cross Rs. 200 crore with ease on Monday.

‘War 2’ Review

The Times of India gave ‘War 2’ an impressive 3 out of 5 stars, and an excerpt from our review reads – “War 2 offers high-octane moments, striking visuals, and polished production to make for a passable big-screen experience. Strictly watchable only if you’re in it purely for the action and spectacle.”DISCLAIMER: The box office numbers in this article are compiled from our proprietary sources and diverse public data. While we strive for accuracy, all figures are approximate unless explicitly mentioned, offering a fair representation of the project’s ox office performance. We are open to feedback and suggestions on toientertainment@timesinternet.in.