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Carla Jade has added more tension to the growing rivalry between Misfits boxing and Fame Fighting before Saturday’s crossover event in Germany. Speaking on SunSport’s Corner Talk, the Misfits champion claimed her promotion is stronger in boxing skills and promotion. Jade also backed teammates like Fes Batista and Chase DeMoor while predicting Misfits could dominate most fights on the influencer boxing card.

Chase DeMoor and Aleks Petrovic nearly clashed during a tense face-off at the Fame Fighting vs Misfits boxing press conference in Leverkusen. Security stepped in after both fighters aggressively confronted each other on stage. Their rivalry has become one of the biggest talking points before Saturday’s main event, especially after weeks of online trash talk and personal comments from DeMoor.

Anthony Joshua has revealed he entered his high-profile fight against Jake Paul with what he described as a "strict message" to remove the YouTuber-turned-boxer from the sport. Reflecting on his dominant sixth-round stoppage victory, Joshua said he fulfilled that objective, while questions continue over Paul's boxing future as he recovers from a fractured jaw.

Bobby Deol's crime drama 'Bandar' has garnered strong reviews, with critics hailing his performance as his 'career best'. Despite positive reception, the film's box office collection on its opening weekend reached Rs 2.45 crore net. The makers are relying on word-of-mouth growth for the Anurag Kashyap directorial, which released on June 5, 2026. Read on to know more in detail.

Anthony Joshua gave a blunt response when asked if Jake Paul’s boxing career could be over after their damaging 2025 fight. While Paul continues teasing a fight against Canelo Alvarez, Joshua is concentrating on his July return against Kristian Prenga and a possible blockbuster showdown with Tyson Fury later in 2026.

Nathan Barnatt, better known as Dad, is set to face Ediz Tasci at Misfits boxing. The Massachusetts entertainer became famous through his unusual online character and later moved into influencer boxing. He previously went viral after Joe Rogan mistakenly thought he had beaten his own son in a fight. Barnatt now expects his toughest boxing test yet against Tasci.

Josh Brueckner believes Misfits boxing will defeat Fame Fighting in Saturday’s cross-promotional event in Leverkusen, Germany. The YouTube star also challenged other influencer boxing promotions, including Jake Paul’s MVP and Adin Ross’ Brand Risk. While confident about Misfits’ overall chances, Brueckner admitted some matchups could be difficult and stopped short of predicting a perfect team sweep.

Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor's 'Peddi' is a box office hit, crossing Rs 100 crore net in India within three days. The film's strong performance is bolstered by increasing audience occupancy and growing overseas collections. Meanwhile, alleged chats have surfaced, sparking discussions about Janhvi's character and prompting director Buchi Babu Sana to address audience concerns and promise changes.

India will not have boxers in the men's 75kg and women's 48kg categories at the World boxing Cup-2 due to SAI's refusal to sanction Akash Sangwan and Jyoti Gulia. SAI cited BFI's alteration of selection processes without prior approval as the reason for rejecting their entries at government expense.

At a crucial moment, Indian boxing is hit hard by unfilled coaching positions and a vacant High-Performance Director role, putting the preparations for the Commonwealth and Asian Games at risk. The ongoing salary dispute between SAI and BFI has paused necessary appointments, leaving the men's squad without guidance from a foreign coach.

Chase DeMoor believes he has already gained a major advantage over Aleks Petrovic before they even step into the ring. The two social media personalities are scheduled to face each other on June 6 in a Misfits boxing event that will be broadcast exclusively on Sun Club. While the physical contest is still days away, DeMoor is convinced that the psychological contest is already over and that Petrovic is struggling to handle the pressure.

Suriya and Trisha's 'Karuppu' is soaring at the box office, marking a significant 62.7% jump on its 23rd day to collect Rs 1.35 crore. The film's total India net collection has now surpassed Rs 191.53 crore, with worldwide gross crossing Rs 301.80 crore. The Tamil version remains the primary driver of this phenomenal success.

Anurag Kashyap's crime thriller 'Bandar', starring Bobby Deol, is facing a difficult start at the box office on Day 2 of its release. After a Day 1 net of Rs 0.50 crore across 1,365 shows, the dramatic drop in screen count and footfall signals an uphill battle for the TIFF-premiered thriller, even as the film carries strong critical credentials and a compelling subject matter.

Arjun Sarja's action flick 'Blast' saw a significant surge in its second weekend, raking in ₹4.35 crore on Sunday alone, pushing its India net collections to ₹35.74 crore. Meanwhile, Suriya's 'Karuppu' continues its impressive run, crossing ₹304 crore globally in its fourth week. Both films are performing strongly at the box office.

Bobby Deol's 'Bandar' faced a subdued box office opening, collecting Rs 50 lakh on its debut. Despite positive audience reception for its realistic portrayal, the film struggled to attract crowds, earning Rs 95 lakh on day two and a further Rs 9 lakh on day three, totaling Rs 1.54 crore net. Deol emphasized his focus on character over remuneration. Read on to know more in detail.

Jayaram and Urvashi's 'Parimala and Co.' saw a strong weekend, collecting Rs 2.23 crore on Sunday, an 11.5% jump from Saturday. The family entertainer's India net collection nears Rs 6 crore. Meanwhile, Arjun Sarja's 'Blast' also gained momentum, reaching Rs 35.74 crore net after its eleventh day.

Varun Dhawan's 'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai' has kicked off its box office journey with a strong opening, earning an estimated Rs 7.50 crore net on its first day. The family entertainer significantly outperformed other releases like 'Bandar' and 'Peddi'.

Dana White has rejected claims that he is banned from promoting the Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua fight. The UFC president says he remains involved and hinted that major announcements could arrive soon. Meanwhile, both Fury and Joshua are preparing for separate warm-up fights before their expected showdown later in 2026, which is backed by Turki Alalshikh and expected to stream on Netflix.

Legendary director Steven Spielberg lauded 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms' for their significant box office success on low budgets. He expressed admiration for their financial achievements, particularly 'Obsession's' sub-million-dollar budget. Spielberg, who has seen 'Obsession' and loved it, plans to watch 'Backrooms' after the current excitement subsides.

Ram Charan's 'Peddi' experienced a significant box office drop on its second day, collecting Rs 26.90 crore net, a 47.3% decrease from its opening. Despite this, the film has amassed Rs 96.40 crore net domestically and Rs 150.49 crore worldwide. The Telugu market continues to be its strongest performer, with impressive occupancy rates.