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Blake Lively Stunned by Ryan Reynolds’ Joke About Her Feud with Justin Baldoni, Faces Backlash

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1 year ago

February 19, 2025

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds recently made their first red carpet appearance amid their ongoing legal dispute with Justin Baldoni. The couple attended the 50th anniversary show of Saturday Night Live, hosted by SNL alums Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. While Ryan is known for his quick wit, his joke during the show did not resonate well with Lively or many social media users. The ‘Deadpool’ actor took a jab at the legal conflict involving his wife and her ‘It Ends With Us’ co-star and director, Justin Baldoni.During the broadcast, hosts Tina Fey and Amy Poehler highlighted Ryan and Blake, asking him, “Ryan! How’s it going?” To which Ryan responded, “Great! Why? What have you heard?” This comment visibly unsettled Blake, as her startled expression indicated discomfort. The audience erupted in laughter, but social media quickly lit up with backlash against Ryan. Many fans expressed that his joke belittled the seriousness of the legal situation and criticized his nonchalant attitude about the matter with Baldoni.

Ryan Reynolds during #SNL50

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“Ryan, how’s it going? Great… why, what have you heard?” pic.twitter.com/8a4A6NIU2D
— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) February 17, 2025

For those unfamiliar, Blake Lively filed a lawsuit against Justin Baldoni last year, accusing him of sexual harassment. She alleged that after confronting him about his behavior, Baldoni retaliated with a smear campaign against her, causing her significant trauma and distress. A detailed New York Times article explored her accusations against her ‘It Ends With Us’ co-star. In response to the allegations, Baldoni denied all wrongdoing and filed a $250 million libel suit against The New York Times, as well as a $400 million lawsuit against both Lively and Reynolds.

For more on Lively’s claims, read: Blake Lively sues ‘It Ends With Us’ co-star Justin Baldoni for sexual harassment.

Given the sensitive nature of the ongoing feud, Ryan’s joke has sparked outrage among numerous social media users, some criticizing the couple for their public appearance amidst the legal turmoil. One user commented, “Who jokes about their wife being allegedly sexually harassed? If you really think about it, what kind of person would choose to make light of such painful experiences in such a public arena? Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively are troubling.” Another user remarked, “Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively are sitting in the SNL audience, smiling, as if they didn’t destroy a good man’s career and attempt to take credit for a movie.”

The platform given to Ryan Reynolds by @nbcsnl to joke about Blake Lively’s alleged extortion and abuse of power over Justin Baldoni is truly appalling. They should be held accountable just like Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds need to be. pic.twitter.com/xHIpbi48Mu
— inspiredinking (@inspiredinking) February 17, 2025

How tone-deaf and inappropriate. Whoever thought it was a good idea for Ryan Reynolds to make this joke should be reconsidered. Why would he and Blake Lively think this was acceptable? It’s not funny, and now that we know more about him, this just makes it even more cringeworthy. pic.twitter.com/s8NxkBdFDF
— Melanie King (@realmelanieking) February 17, 2025

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Ram Gopal Varma Questions Dawood Ibrahim’s Portrayal in Dhurandhar 2

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16 hours ago

April 17, 2026

Namma Kudla

Film :Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has shared his views on the film Dhurandhar 2. He praised the movie but raised concerns about one key aspect.

In a recent podcast with writer Hussain Zaidi, RGV said he liked the film’s storytelling and direction. However, he said the portrayal of Dawood Ibrahim did not match his understanding.

In the film, Dawood Ibrahim is shown as a mastermind controlling terror activities from Pakistan. He is referred to as “Bade Sahab.” RGV said this version may not be accurate.

He added that, based on what he knows, Dawood has been inactive for many years. He believes the gangster stepped away from crime about 20 years ago.

RGV also said that no one can fully confirm the truth about such figures. He stated that both the filmmaker and critics may have different views.

Dhurandhar 2, directed by Aditya Dhar, is a spy-action film. It stars Ranveer Singh in the lead role, along with a strong supporting cast.

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Mahesh Bhatt Calls Granddaughter Raha ‘A Drop of Divinity’

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2 days ago

April 16, 2026

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Film: Veteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt has shared his heartfelt feelings about becoming a grandfather. He spoke about his granddaughter, Raha, the daughter of actors Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt.

Raha was born in November 2022. Since her birth, she has brought immense joy to the family. Mahesh Bhatt described her arrival as “a drop of divinity” in their lives.

He said that Raha’s presence has filled him with happiness and a deep sense of peace. He added that just thinking about her brings a smile to his face. He also spoke about her personality and described her as lively and intelligent.

Mahesh Bhatt said that watching his daughter Alia and granddaughter Raha together gives him a strong sense of life’s continuity. He explained that it feels special to see two generations grow in front of him. He added that this experience has helped him rediscover the beauty of life.

He also mentioned that every grandfather feels this kind of joy. He said that even simple moments, like talking to Raha, are enough to make his day complete.

Meanwhile, Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor recently celebrated their fourth wedding anniversary. The couple marked the occasion in Austria, surrounded by snow-covered mountains. They shared pictures of their vacation on social media.

In the photos, the couple is seen enjoying time together and skating on snow. One picture also shows Ranbir spending time with Raha and introducing her to animals.

Actor Neetu Kapoor also shared a warm message for the couple. She posted a picture of them and wrote a blessing for their happiness.

The family continues to enjoy these special moments together, with Raha bringing new joy into their lives.

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Dhurandhar 2 Crosses Major Milestone at the Box Office

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3 days ago

April 15, 2026

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Film: The Revenge has achieved a major milestone at the global box office. The movie stars Ranveer Singh in the lead role. It is the second part of the Dhurandhar franchise.

The film is close to completing one month in theatres. Before that, it has already made history. The Dhurandhar franchise has now crossed Rs 3,000 crore worldwide. It is the first Indian film franchise to reach this mark.

This achievement puts it ahead of big franchises like Baahubali by S. S. Rajamouli and Pushpa starring Allu Arjun.

After 26 days, the film earned Rs 1,311.68 crore gross in India. Its net collection in India stands at Rs 1,095.67 crore. On Day 27, it collected Rs 7.05 crore domestically.

Overseas, the film earned Rs 1 crore on Day 27. Its total overseas collection has reached Rs 416.25 crore. The worldwide gross collection is now Rs 1,727.93 crore.

The first part of the franchise, Dhurandhar, had earned Rs 1,307.35 crore. Together, both films have collected around Rs 3,019 crore worldwide.

The film had a strong start at the box office. It earned Rs 102.55 crore on its opening day. It also made Rs 43 crore from paid previews.

In the first week, the film collected Rs 674.17 crore. In the second week, the earnings dropped to Rs 263.65 crore. In the third week, it collected Rs 110.60 crore.

The film has also set another record. It is the highest-grossing Indian film without earnings from Gulf countries and China.

The cast includes Arjun Rampal, R. Madhavan, and Sanjay Dutt. They have returned to reprise their roles.

Experts say this success shows a new trend in Indian cinema. Film franchises are now gaining global recognition. Multi-part stories are becoming more popular among audiences.