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Things definitely didn't shape up as well as expected for Aditya Chopra with the Salman Khan led Tiger 3. While the content got mixed feedback from the audience, the industry is also buzzing with chatter around how a conventional Friday release would have benefited the business by pushing the film to Tiger Zinda Hai number. It's Salman Khan's fan following and the franchise value that has taken the film to a lifetime collection of around Rs. 280 crores, getting it a clean hit tag. And now, Bollywood Hungama has got news that would create a stir in the industry and shock waves on the social media. Highly placed sources have confirmed that Aditya Chopra has delayed Tiger vs Pathaan shoot. "Tiger vs Pathaan was to start in March 2024, but Aditya Chopra has decided to personally take time to rework on the script and serve the audience with better content. Once Siddharth Anand is done with Fighter post production, Adi will sit down with his director to improve the version

"I am a marvelous housekeeper. Every time I leave a man I keep his house."

On November 22, on Kartik Aaryan's birthday, the actor announced that he had signed Karan Johar's upcoming film. The announcement also mentioned that the grand flick will release in cinemas on Independence Day 2025. Exactly a week later, on November 29, news came in that Hrithik Roshan-Jr NTR starrer War 2 will also release on Independence Day in 2025. Interestingly, if this clash takes place, it'll mean that it would be the first time that the films of Aditya Chopra's Yash Raj Films and Karan Johar's Dharma Productions would release on the same day. Both the reputed producers are quite close, as is common knowledge. Karan started his career in films by assisting on Aditya's debut film, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995). Karan Johar, in multiple interviews, has spoken highly of Aditya Chopra and his family. And as expected, they have always ensured that they don't release their films on the same day, presumably to not cut into the business of each other.

With Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR on board to face off against each other in Ayan Mukerji's War 2, the excitement is on another level with two superstars coming together in YRF Spy Universe. Hrithik’s cameo in Tiger 3 also added to the excitement. While the first schedule was wrapped in Spain in October 2023, the second schedule will likely be shot the same way in Abu Dhabi. It was earlier reported Hrithik and Jr. NTR will begin their shoots in February 2024. Now, the makers have announced the project along with the release date. YRF aka Yash Raj Films has announced War 2 is set for Independence Day 2025 weekend. The film is set to release on the big screen on August 14, 2025. Earlier, reports suggested that the makers were opting for Republic Day 2025 weekend for the release of the film. Talking about the shoot for the film, as per a report in Mid-Day, a source earlier said, “NTR Jr is currently shooting for his 30th film, directed by Koratala Siva, and will then begin his first s

"A nickel ain't worth a dime anymore."

Actors Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol and Rashmika Mandanna's upcoming film Animal, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, is all set to release this week. With only a few days left for the release of the movie on the big screen and it set to clash with Vicky Kaushal’s Sam Bahadur in theatres, the anticipation is at an all-time high. The trailer gives a glimpse into the hyper-violent crime saga led by Kapoor. In one of the scenes, Ranbir is seen using a machine gun. Turns out, it is not VFX but was made from scratch. The makers of Animal recently attended a promotional event in Chennai ahead of the film's release. At the conference, they were asked about the trolling for the machine gun and Computer-generated imagery (CGI). However, Animal production designer Suresh Selvarajan clarified that the machine gun, which weighed 500 kg, was built from scratch over a period of four months. It will reportedly appear during the 18-minute interval block. “I never saw such a thing happe

Actors Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol and Rashmika Mandanna's upcoming film Animal, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, is all set to release this week. With only a few days left for the release of the movie on the big screen, it is being reported that Animal is set to release in Bangladesh. For unversed, Shah Rukh Khan starrer Pathaan paved the way for Hindi films to release in the theatres in Bangladesh. This was followed by SRK’s Jawan and Thalapathy Vijay’s Leo. Now, Ranbir’s Animal has become the fourth Indian movie in history to be released in theatres. It also apparently becomes the second movie after Jawan to be released on the same day as the rest of the world. In a recent conversation with Variety, Ranbir said, "My character in Animal shares some traits with Sandeep Reddy Vanga's protagonists. He is indeed tough and uncompromising in certain aspects," Ranbir said. "But he is also multi-dimensional and complex, with moments of vulnerability and in

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Suhana Khan, daughter of Shah Rukh Khan, is all set to make her debut with Zoya Akhtar’s The Archies. She brings Veronica Lodge to life in Hindi adaptation of the comic. Ahead of the movie’s release, the makers launched the music album of the film on November 26. And turns out, along with her acting debut, Suhana has also crooned a song for the film. Suhana Khan announced that she made her singing debut with The Archies. Along with her co-star Dot, who is a singer, Suhana has crooned the song ‘Jab Tum Na Theen’. Sharing the news, she wrote on Instagram, “I sang my first song!! Thank you @zoieakhtar & @shankar.mahadevan for being so patient with me. Please listen with kindness.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Suhana Khan (@suhanakhan2) The Archies will have as many as 16 songs as the musical adaptation gears up for the release. The film’s ensemble cast includes Dot (Aditi), Agastya Nanda, Khushi Kapoor, Mihir Ahuja, Suhana Khan, Vedang Raina and Yuvraj Menda a

Indian fashion designer Rohit Bal is reportedly in critical condition and has been on ventilator support in the Medanta Hospital in Gurgaon. As per several reports, the designer has pre-existing cardiac condition and also suffered from alcohol abuse and other health problems. As per a report in HT City, a close friend of Rohit Bal said, “Bal was rushed to the hospital by model Suraj Dhalia three days ago. His heart was sinking and he was unconscious. His pacemaker gave seven shocks. He was initially taken to Moolchand and when his condition deteriorated, he was rushed to Medanta.” "Gudda is a fighter but his illness has taken a serious toll on him. He became extremely weak over the last few months. We are praying for him," another close friend said. Rohit Bal has been in and out of hospital for health issues in the last few months. He suffered a massive heart attack in 2010. The 62-year-old has also been suffering from pancreatitis for several years. As per reports, his ol

Ranbir Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna’s upcoming film Animal, also their first on-screen collaboration, is all set to debut on the big screen soon. After the trailer launch, the team Animal is now gearing up for a grand pre-release event in Hyderabad. Along with the team, two of the most loved South Indian stars are also going to attend the event. Yes! Popular actor Mahesh Babu and renowned filmmaker SS Rajamouli will be at the event as the “chief guests.”  Making the official announcement of the same, T-Series, the production banner behind Animal, took to its social media handle and shared 2 posts. “The Sovereign…the one who always reigns supremely, Superstar @urstrulymahesh is attending as the Chief Guest,” read an excerpt for the post dedicated to Mahesh Babu. Meanwhile, the captions for the post dedicated to SS Rajamouli read, “Some might roar in streets, some might roar in certain locations, some might roar in a few places, but this man can ROAR across the globe with sheer brillian

After 3 months of being on the quest of perfecting their sur-taal through endless riyaaz and delivering some performances, Zee TV’s Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2023 comes to an end. Throughout the season, viewers have watched the judges - Himesh Reshammiya, Anu Malik, and Neeti Mohan guide these budding singing sensations, while Aditya Naryan entertained one and all as the show's host. And now, racing ahead of all the contestants, we have Albert Kabo Lepcha as the winner of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa amidst much fanfare and celebrations. On the other hand, finalists Nishtha Sharma and Ranita Banerjee were announced as the first and second runners-up respectively. Speaking of the finale episode, it commenced with a power-packed performance by the top five finalists of the show - Sonia Gazmer, Sneha Bhattacharya, Nishtha Sharma, Albert Kabo Lepcha and Ranita Banerjee which left everyone spellbound. The episode was joined by the evergreen Govinda, his wife Sunita Ahuja, and veteran actress Aruna Irani. Not j

Bollywood industry always had a soft spot for sequels. The blockbuster success of Gadar 2 (2023) encouraged filmmakers to make sequels of films released a couple of decades ago. Some months ago, Bollywood Hungama broke the news that Dharmesh Darshan is in talks to direct Dhadkan 2. And now, we bring to you another breaking news, about his brother Suneel Darshan. He’s all set to begin the shoot to the sequel of his hit film, Andaaz (2003). Suneel Darshan exclusively told Bollywood Hungama, “20 years after the release of 2003’s hit Andaaz, which launched then newcomers Lara Dutta and Priyanka Chopra opposite Akshay Kumar, I am about to commence the filming of Andaaz 2. The shoot begins from tomorrow.” Suneel Darshan further said, “Andaaz 2 will feature 3 new talents in leading roles with original music by Nadeem of Nadeem-Shravan fame and lyrics by Sameer and Nadeem.” The Shree Krishna International presentation is written, produced & directed by Suneel Darshan. Suneel Darshan, ho

"An optimist is a person who starts a new diet on Thanksgiving Day."

Gunshots reverberated through the residence of Punjabi singer Gippy Grewal on Saturday, with notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi claiming responsibility for the brazen attack. The startling revelation unfolded on Facebook, where a post under the name of Lawrence Bishnoi detailed the orchestrated violence in the White Rock area of Vancouver, Canada. The message ominously warned Gippy Grewal that his close association with Bollywood actor Salman Khan wouldn't serve as a shield. It read, “Your close ties with Salman Khan won't protect you. It's time for your 'brother' to step up and defend you. This message also extends to Salman Khan – don't fool yourself into thinking Dawood Ibrahim can safeguard you from our reach.” The post continued to address Gippy Grewal directly, accusing him of insincere condolences following the demise of Sidhu Moose Wala. He added, “No one can save you. Your ostentatious response to Sidhu Moose Wala's death didn't go unnoticed.

In anticipation of the digital release of Zoya Akhtar's upcoming film The Archies on Netflix, the star-studded cast came together for a music album launch event in Mumbai. The evening was a vibrant celebration of music and dance, showcasing the film's energy and retro flair. The event, held on Saturday, featured the dynamic newcomers Dot, Mihir Ahuja, Vedang Raina, Yuvraj Menda, Suhana Khan, Agastya Nanda, and Khushi Kapoor, who make up the promising ensemble cast of The Archies. Dressed in eye-catching floral and printed outfits, the cast members not only unveiled the film's music album but also treated the audience to a lively performance of one of the film's tracks, ‘Va Va Voom.’ Videos from the event quickly went viral on social media, capturing the infectious enthusiasm and groove of the young actors as they showcased their dance moves on stage. The colourful and retro vibes of their attire complemented the energetic beats of the song, creating a visual spectacle

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The month of December is expected to be an exciting one for moviegoers. Animal, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol and Rashmika Mandanna has already created a rage. This will be followed by Dunki, which marks the first collaboration between superstar Shah Rukh Khan and blockbuster director Rajkumar Hirani. Bollywood Hungama has been at the forefront in giving news about the censor process of the assets of Dunki. We now bring to you another exciting update. The theatrical trailer of Dunki was submitted to the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Yesterday, that is, November 25, the trailer was cleared by the Censors with a U/A certificate. The length of the trailer, as mentioned on the censor certificate, is 2 minute 41 seconds. Interestingly, the name of the applicant and producer on the certificate is Sahil Chandramohan Khosla. As per sources, he’s a part of Rajkumar Hirani Films, which has also produced the film. The development is significant as instead of Shah

In anticipation of the release of Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone's action-packed film, Fighter, scheduled for next year, the filmmakers have devised an extensive 50-day marketing strategy. Helmed by Sidharth Anand, Fighter is touted as an unparalleled aerial action entertainer, and the team is gearing up to create a buzz that will resonate with audiences. According to sources reported by Pinkvilla, the marketing campaign will kick off with the release of the film's teaser in the first week of December. The source said, “The campaign kicks off with a teaser launch in the first week of December. The post-production work and sound mixing is currently in progress and the idea is to take the audience on a ride like never before with the first asset of this action thriller. Both Sid and Hrithik are very particular on what’s their first communication and they have both zeroed in on an asset that could become the talk of the town.” The source also disclosed, “The plan is to give

The opening credits of Alizeh Agnihotri’s debut film Farrey mentions Karan Johar for a special thanks. On probing a bit, I discovered that Karan played a hand in putting the project together, although he had nothing to do with it directly. Says Alizeh’s father Atul Agnihotri who is the co-producer of the film, “When we decided to remake the Thai film Bad Genius, we were looking for someone to direct Farrey. Karan connected us to Soumendra Padhi.” Padhi has earlier directed the highly acclaimed Manoj Bajpai starrer Budhia Singh: Born To Run which was about the child prodigy Budhia Singh who 48 marathons at a tender age of 5, He went on to attain unprecedented amounts of success when he closed a distance of 65 kms from Puri to Bhubaneshwar in a span of 7 hours and 2 minutes alone! Incidentally, Karan Johar is very close to Alizeh’s mom Alvira. Also Read: CONFIRMED! Salman Khan’s next action thriller with Karan Johar titled The Bull from Latest Bollywood News | Hindi Movie News | H

"The problem with beauty is that it's like being born rich and getting poorer."

Amitabh Bachchan is not just a megastar but also a doting father. In his blogs and writings, the actor often mentions and expresses his love for his children and grandchildren. In a unique gesture of love, the father has now presented a precious gift to his daughter Shweta Bachchan. Reports suggest that the actor presented the popular bungalow named ‘Prateeksha’ to his daughter, which is located in one of the plush localities of suburban Mumbai. As per a Moneycontrol report, the said property is located in the prime area of Juhu in Mumbai as  a part of Vithal Nagar Cooperative Housing Society Ltd, on two plots of size 890.47 sq m and 674 sq m. It is said that the bungalow was presented to Shweta Bachchan in the form of a gift deed which was signed on November 8, with a stamp duty of Rs. 50.65 lakhs was paid for the said property. According to these reports, the documents revealed that while Amitabh Bachchan and his wife Jaya Bachchan are the donors, the donee’s name was revealed to be

Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor came together for the first time to win hearts in the romantic drama Bawaal, directed by Dangal fame filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari. While the film released directly on OTT, on Amazon Prime Video, we hear that the makers are now keen on reaching the television audience. The world television premiere of the entertainer is all set to be held on Saturday, November 25, on Zee Cinema at 8 pm. For the unversed, Bawaal, revolves around an image-conscious narcissist History professor who gets married to a beautiful, intelligent but epileptic Nisha. The couple set out on an unique journey to learn about World War II but ended up discovering a new perspective and view on interpersonal conflicts, as they cover both life and history lessons along the way. Ahead of the world television premiere Director Nitesh Tiwari opened up about the film and said, "My philosophies are based on my own experiences for so many years. I have started believing very strongly that whatev

"Progress is man's ability to complicate simplicity."

All Living Things Environmental Film Festival, India’s largest environmental film festival, is thrilled to join forces with actor, producer & entrepreneur Alia Bhatt’s production house Eternal Sunshine Productions. As the festival’s advocate, Alia Bhatt will be lending her support in bringing sustainability and storytelling together. Set to take place from December from 1st to December 10th, 2023, the festival now in its fourth year is dedicated to leveraging the power of cinema to address pressing environmental issues. Alia Bhatt, celebrated for her conscientious approach and advocacy on social and environmental causes, is a natural choice for the role of an ‘advocate’ for the festival and everything it stands for. Her commitment to using her influential platform for the greater good aligns seamlessly with ALT EFF's mission to foster awareness and dialogue around climate change, sustainability, and the environment. Alia Bhatt and Shaheen Bhatt established their production ho

Singer Jubin Nautiyal is set to showcase his versatility by featuring in the upcoming short film Tum Aaye Ho Toh, a cinematic musical, which will not only see him as the soulful voice behind the melodies but also as the lead actor. Set to feature an album comprising six captivating songs, he will be sharing screen space with Shreya Chaudhry of Bandish Bandits fame. Ecstatic with the development after having launched the trailer of Tum Aaye Ho Toh, Jubin Nautiyal said, “I'm thrilled about this project—it's a dream project for me that has been in making for almost 5 years. It is not an album, it’s my life and working on this project has been very emotional and overwhelming for me. A project like this happens once in a while and my fans are in for a treat. This isn't just a cinematic musical but a soulful musical journey celebrating unrequited love. I can’t wait for everyone to experience it.” The amalgamation of his soulful voice, Rocky's lyrics, and the on-screen chemi

The countdown for the release of the big Christmas 2023 release, the Rajkumar Hirani-directed Dunki starring Shah Rukh Khan with Taapsee Pannu and Vicky Kaushal has begun. The makers are all gearing up to introduce the audiences to the world of this social dramedy before it hits the big screen on December 21, 2023. Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learnt that Dunki is among the least expensive films of SRK's career and it's all thanks to the taunt planning of Rajkumar Hirani and the team. According to sources close to the development, the cost of production for Dunki excluding the remuneration of SRK and Rajkumar Hirani is merely Rs. 90 crores. "Rajkumar Hirani is a writer, director, and editor and has a very clear vision of what he needs to shoot and how. He never wastes resources and goes ahead with proper planning of the shooting schedule. He pulled off the Dunki shoot in merely 70 days," a source close to the development told Bollywood Hungama. The budget of Du

Filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri’s The Vaccine War released earlier this year to favourable reviews. The movie was based during the deadly COVID-19 pandemic. It told the story of a group of scientists and their struggle to make India’s own Coronavirus vaccine while battling a lot of professional and personal obstacles. The Vaccine War starred Nana Pataker in the role of the head of the scientists and it also starred Pallavi Joshi, Girika Oak, Sapthami Gowda, Nivedita Bhattacharya, etc. The film also featured Raima Sen as the evil journalist who wanted the mission to fail. There has been demand from moviegoers to watch The Vaccine War on OTT, especially those who missed it during its theatrical run. It has now come to light that the movie will mostly be streamed on Disney+ Hotstar platform. Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learnt that the rights of the film have been sold to the OTT platform for a whopping Rs. 35 crores. The Vaccine War is the third film for Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri i

With Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR starring in War 2, the excitement is on another level with two superstars coming together to face off each other in YRF Spy Universe. Hrithik’s cameo in Tiger 3 also added to the excitement, which is being helmed by Ayan Mukerji. While the first schedule was wrapped in Spain in October 2023 with stunt doubles, the second schedule will likely be shot the same way in Abu Dhabi. Hrithik and Jr. NTR will begin their shoots in February 2024. As per a report in Mid-Day, a source said, “NTR Jr is currently shooting for his 30th film, directed by Koratala Siva, and will then begin his first schedule for War 2. Aditya Chopra and Ayan have planned a massive action entry shot for him in the film. Shooting for the portions involving Hrithik and him will commence in February in Mumbai over a month-long schedule. The dramatic portions will be canned first, and will be followed with action sequences.” The source added, “Like he did for the Spain leg, he is likely to

"Thanksgiving, man. Not a good day to be my pants."

Lioness, the first official UK-India co-production film by writer-director Kajri Babbar, revealed its first poster at the IFFI Film Bazaar. The event was attended by Mr. Prithul Kumar, Joint Secretary Films and NFDC; Agnieszka Moody, head of International Relations at BFI; and actress Aditi Rao Hydari during the Knowledge Series Panel discussion on the co-production journey of both countries. "Thrilled and honoured to be a part of Lioness. I connected deeply with the film's values from the moment I heard its compelling story and the reason behind bringing her story to life. Our aspiration is to ensure that Princess Sophia's struggle receives the long-overdue recognition it truly deserves" said Khatija. Lioness narrates the story of two women who lived a century apart. The first chronicle revolves around the Suffragette Princess Sophia Duleep Singh, the granddaughter of Maharajah Ranjit Singh and the god-daughter of Queen Victoria. This role will be portrayed by the

After the universally lauded documentary I Am Sirat on the Delhi-based transgender Sirat Teneja, Deepa Mehta has moved on to her next project. This time it is literary fiction. Says Deepa, “I am currently working on a feature film based on Avni Doshi’s novel Burnt Sugar which is set in Pune. I’m thrilled to be working with Freida Pinto, who is attached to star and produce.” Freida Pinto will play Antara in this powerful and disturbing mother-daughter story from the Booker-nominated novelist Avni Doshi. Pinto whose career has been going through a rough patch of late, will be shooting in Pune early next year in a non-stop schedule. In the meanwhile, Deepa Mehta is happy to inform that I Am Sirat is growing from strength to strength, “After our World Premiere at Toronto International Film Festival, we had screenings at Vancouver International Film Festival. These were followed by our International Premiere at BFI London Film Festival in competition. We are honoured that our Asian Premie

Following the fallout during Dostana 2, Karan Johar and Kartik Aaryan have buried the past and now are coming together for a project. After hinting at a collaboration for several months, the project has been announced today on the occasion of Kartik Aaryan's birthday. Without announcing the title of the movie, Karan is joining hands with Ekta Kapoor for this co-production which will be helmed by The Night Manager director Sandeep Modi. For the unversed, Karan Johar and Kartik Aaryan reportedly had a fallout after their collaboration Dostana 2 was shelved.  However, a source tells Bollywood Hungama, "Karan Johar and Kartik Aaryan amicably resolved their previous hiccup. Now, putting the past behind them, Kartik is set to do a Dharma Productions film which is in co-collaboration with Balaji Telefilms. It is an epic war drama which will portray Kartik in a different light." The source adds, "The backdoor conversations as heard over the last week, have resulted in an a

Bollywood actor Salman Khan is happy to be scripting another success story with Tiger 3! The YRF Spy Universe film is set to hit 400 crores worldwide and register the biggest ever Diwali hit! Talking about the film, Salman said, “Three Tiger films, three success stories. The Tiger franchise sits dearly in my heart, and I’m glad that it has also found its place in the hearts of the audience. Tiger franchise is one of my most loved and is definitely a legacy brand that will always make my filmography shine brighter.” He didn’t expect his first Tiger film to pave the path for not only a blockbuster Tiger franchise but also create the stepping stone for the fabled YRF Spy Universe. Salman said, “When I was doing Ek Tha Tiger, I had no idea that we will have a sequel, forget about the fact that we now have a threequel in Tiger 3! It’s now a franchise on its own entertaining audiences worldwide since 2012. The proof of the success for any film or a franchise is in the success story it scr

The highly anticipated 51st International Emmy Awards has unveiled its winners, and in the category of Best Performance by an Actor, Martin Freeman emerged victorious for his outstanding portrayal in The Responder. Competing against a stellar lineup, Indian actor Jim Sarbh, recognized for his compelling role as nuclear physicist Homi J Bhabha in the acclaimed series Rocket Boys, faced tough competition but ultimately lost out to Freeman. The other nominees in the category included Gustavo Bassani for Iosi, El Espia Arrepentido from Argentina and Jonas Karlsson for the Swedish series Nattryttarna. The news was announced via the official social media handle of the International Emmy Awards, which tweeted, “The International Emmy for Best Performance by an Actor goes to “Martin Freeman in The Responder” produced by Dancing Ledge Productions.” The International Emmy for Best Performance by an Actor goes to "Martin Freeman in The Responder” produced by Dancing Ledge Productions#iemmy

In the realms of Bollywood, few actor-director collaborations have achieved the iconic status that Govinda and David Dhawan enjoyed during the 80s and 90s. Their partnership gave birth to 17 films, most of which became hits. Despite their successful run, the duo faced a bitter fallout after their last collaboration in Partner (2007). However, recent developments indicate that the longstanding feud has finally come to an end, with Govinda and David Dhawan patching things up. The Bollywood fraternity took notice when Govinda and David Dhawan were spotted interacting at filmmaker Ramesh Taurani's Diwali party, marking a significant step in their reconciliation. Addressing the buzz surrounding their renewed friendship, Govinda expressed gratitude for the continued support from fans who wish to see them working together again. He told Bombay Times, “I am glad people still feel that we should work together. Yeh unka pyaar hai [This is their love]. Our patch-up had already happened.” Th

Just a day ago, a new promo of Koffee With Karan 8 was unveiled. Now, on November 20, the makers unveiled the latest trailer of the upcoming episode, and it is expected to feature Karan Johar’s favourite students, Sidharth Malhotra and Varun Dhawan. Sidharth Malhotra and Varun Dhawan will be coming together on the couch after their debut on the show way back in 2013. And it seems it is going to be no less than a rollercoaster ride. The promo kicks off with Varun pleading Karan Johar about ‘keeping their relationships intact by the end of this show’. For the unversed, the association of Sidharth Malhotra and Varun Dhawan with Karan Johar goes way back since the time the duo were assistant directors of the latter’s directorial My Name Is Khan starring Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol. Opening up about shooting in UCLA for the film, Sidharth Malhotra revealed that Varun Dhawan would often ‘pataofy’ girls by promising them a photo with Shah Rukh Khan. While discussing the same, Karan Johar throws

"Never fight an inanimate object."

Sushmita Sen, the trailblazing Miss Universe 1994, recently delved into her journey to stardom, shedding light on her father's initial reservations about her participating in the Miss India pageant. In a candid interview with Mid-Day, the actress disclosed that her father, an Indian Army officer, was initially disapproving when she expressed her desire to enter the beauty pageant. Sen, who made history as the first Indian to clinch the Miss Universe title, admitted that her father's dream for her was to become an IAS officer. Recalling the moment when she informed her father about participating in Miss India, Sen shared, “When the bomb was dropped on my father that she wants to enter Miss India, my father didn't speak to me for a bit. I remember having this very emotional moment with my father when I promised him, ‘Baba I have to wear a swimsuit. I cannot not wear it. It’s part of the show.” In the interview, Sen detailed a heartfelt conversation with her father, assuring

The legendary actress Zeenat Aman is making her comeback to the silver screen! Bun Tikki, the film that will mark her return, has gone on the floor today in Shimla. The film is directed by Faraz Arif Ansari and also stars Shabana Azmi and Abhay Deol. The news of the film's commencement was shared by fashion designer Manish Malhotra, who is also the producer of the film. He posted a picture from the sets on his official Instagram handle and wrote, “It was my dream to make movies with sensitive , emotional stories. We at #Stage5production started our 2nd Film production with a lot of love and passion #BunTikki this morning with prayers and the lord’s blessings in Shimla written and directed by @farazarifansari produced by #jyotideshpande @malhotra_dinesh @marijkedesouza and Myself . Starring Iconic @azmishabana18 @thezeenataman uber talented @abhaydeol @officialjiostudios @stage5production @om_sunny_bhambhani @tanaymalhotra01 #movies #passion #love.” Fans of Zeenat Aman are eagerly

"I wonder if other dogs think poodles are members of a weird religious cult."

Shah Rukh Khan rocked the show in 2023 with Pathaan and Jawan. Hence, all eyes are on Dunki, his third and final release of the year. The excitement is tremendous due to SRK’s present track record and his first collaboration with the blockbuster filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani. The teaser was released on SRK’s birthday on November 2 and ever since, fans have been eagerly waiting for the next asset. And if sources are to be believed, the wait is about to end very soon. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “The first song of Dunki will be out this week. If all goes well, the song will drop on Monday, November 20. The date is significant as it’s the birthday of Rajkumar Hirani. It’ll be interesting as the earlier asset was launched on SRK’s birthday. Hence, launching the song on the much-loved filmmaker’s birthday will be apt.” The source continued, “There might be a delay of a few days but the plan is on to unveil the first song of Dunki this week.” When asked what the song is called, another s

Eight years after their endearing performance in the hit romantic comedy Tanu Weds Manu Returns, Kangana Ranaut and R Madhavan are set to collaborate once again for a psychological thriller. The announcement of their collaboration has sent a wave of excitement among their fans, who are eagerly anticipating their onscreen reunion. Taking to social media, Ranaut shared a glimpse of the film's shooting commencement in Chennai, piquing the curiosity of her followers. "Today in Chennai we started filming our new film, a psychological thriller. Other details coming soon. For now need all your support and blessings for this very unusual and exciting script," she wrote. Vijay takes the helm of this project, steering the narrative into uncharted psychological territories. Presented by Trident Arts, with their 18th production, has made quite an exciting announcement. The music for the film is composed by the talented G.V. Prakash Kumar, adding an additional layer of intrigue to t

"There are a handful of people whom money won't spoil, and we all count ourselves among them."

The 54th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will be hosted in Goa from November 20th to 28th. While more than 250 films are being showcased across the various sections of the festival, all eyes are set on the gala opening ceremony being hosted on November 20th at Shamaprasad Indoor Stadium, Panaji, Goa. The opening ceremony is headlined by Shahid Kapoor and Madhuri Dixit along with Shriya Saran, Nushratt Bharucha, Pankaj Tripathi, Shantanu Moitra, Shreya Ghoshal and Sukhwinder Singh, while the ceremony is being hosted by Aparshakti Khurrana and Karishma Tanna. Several dignitaries are expected to be present, along with eminent personalities from Indian cinema, including Sunny Deol, Vijay Sethupathi, Sara Ali Khan, Karan Johar, at the 54th IFFI opening ceremony, recognized as one of the biggest film and cultural extravaganzas in the world. Viacom Media Pvt. Ltd. is the exclusive media and broadcasting partner of the opening and closing ceremonies for the second c

Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who was recently in India to attend Diwali, sold two of her penthouses in Mumbai and the buyer is director, screenwriter and producer Abhishek Chaubey. The actress has sold her properties measuring 2,292 square feet (sq ft) for a whopping Rs. 6 crore in the Andheri area of Mumbai. As per a report in Money Control, Priyanka Chopra’s two penthouses are located at the Lokhandwala Complex in Oshiwara, Andheri in Mumbai. The first penthouse measures around 860 sq ft, and is on a higher floor. It was sold for Rs 2.25 crore. The second penthouse, which measures 1,432 sq ft, was reportedly sold at Rs 3.75 crore, as per the documents obtained by the publication. The stamp duty paid for the properties was around Rs. 36 lakh for both transactions which were registered on October 23, and October 25, respectively. On the work front, Priyanka Chopra was last seen in the Prime Video series Citadel which has been renewed for second season. She will next star in Ending Things w

"People say that life is the thing, but I prefer reading."

Rubina Dilaik recently became a victim of trolls after she shunned the idea of bursting crackers owing to the noise pollution she had to undergo recently. The pregnant actress took to social media to talk about the side-effects of these crackers but was slammed by social media for allegedly being an ‘anti-Hindu’ and intervening in Hindu rituals. However, not the one to stay quiet, Rubina lashed out at these trolls, schooled them, and even explained the importance Diwali, further asserting the need to stop bursting crackers. Despite the ‘alleged ban’ on Diwali crackers, many of them continued to burst the same during Diwali and many celebrities opened up about their concerns regarding the pollution which are caused by them. In a similar fashion, Rubina Dilaik took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to express her displeasure over the way crackers were being burst in an untimely manner as she said, “To whomsoever it may Concern! Diwali is OVER, Stop bursting crackers ???????….. since 10th

Fans who were captivated by the on-screen chemistry of Vicky Kaushal and Manushi Chhillar in The Great Indian Family are in for another delightful treat, as the family drama makes its way to OTT platforms after nearly two months since its theatrical release on September 22, 2023. Now available on Amazon Prime Video, the digital streaming platform announced the arrival of The Great Indian Family on its Instagram page, sharing the film's poster and inviting audiences to experience “an unfiltered dose of laughter, love, and heartwarming chaos! #TheGreatIndianFamilyOnPrime, watch now.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by prime video IN (@primevideoin) Produced under the Yash Raj Films banner and directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya, The Great Indian Family boasts a stellar cast featuring Vicky Kaushal and Manushi Chhillar in lead roles. The ensemble also includes performances by Manoj Pahwa, Kumud Mishra, Bhuvan Arora, Yashpal Sharma, and Sadiya Siddiqui. Set in the char

Bollywood actor Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor, son of Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor, has once again proven his knack for shutting down trolls on social media. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), Harsh shared a photo featuring him alongside legendary footballer David Beckham, who arrived in India to witness the World Cup semi-final match between India and New Zealand. In the caption accompanying the picture, Harsh mentioned, “Met david Beckham last night.. spoke to him about United ofcourse and the state of the club .. can’t  reveal more ..” Met david Beckham last night.. spoke to him about United ofcourse and the state of the club .. can’t reveal more .. pic.twitter.com/0sbLeus5Wa — Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor (@HarshKapoor_) November 16, 2023 However, a social media user attempted to troll Harsh by questioning, "Usne ye nahi poochha ki tu hai kaun (He didn't ask, who are you)?" Harsh responded fittingly, saying, "Bhai Woh mere ghar pe aaya...Tu kaun hai (He came to my hous

After expanding its businesses in India and internationally, Mukta Arts Ltd. through its Bahrain subsidiary, Mukta A2 Multiplex W.L.L. has entered into an agreement with Al-Othaim Investment Company to establish and operate cinemas across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The partnership highlights the synergies between the real estate footprint of the Al-Othaim group and the experience of Mukta A2 Cinemas across the value chain in the movie exhibition business. Sharing his reaction on the same, Rahul Puri, Managing Director, Mukta Arts Ltd., commented, “We are thrilled to be partnering with the Al-Othaim group to help build out the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s fledgling exhibition market. We are excited to add our experience and ethos in providing world-class entertainment to the region to follow up the stellar success we have found in Bahrain with the properties we manage there. We are deeply committed to this project and are humbled by the faith shown in us. We look forward to the partners

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The anticipated film Merry Christmas, directed by Sriram Raghavan and featuring Vijay Sethupathi and Katrina Kaif is all set to illuminate the silver screens on January 12, 2024. The film was supposed to be released on December 15, 2023, in both Hindi and Tamil. In a joint statement shared by the makers, the team expressed their deep love for this project and their unwavering commitment to delivering a truly exceptional cinematic experience, said, “We have made this film with a lot of love & passion as every filmmaker does however with the back to back movie releases and packed last two months of 2023, we have decided to extend the season of joy and bring our film to the theatres on 12th January 2024”. The wait is almost over! #MerryChristmas is making your winter merrier on January 12, 2024.#SriramRaghavan #MatchboxPictures @RameshTaurani #SanjayRoutray #JayaTaurani #KewalGarg @VijaySethuOffl #KatrinaKaif @realradikaa #KavinBabu #Shanmugaraja #AshwiniKalsekar pic.twitter.com/Zrc