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"Don't worry about the world coming to an end today. It is already tomorrow in Australia."

Shah Rukh Khan starrer Dunki has brought yet another glory to its name as it becomes the first Hindi film to be showcased in the grand hall of Le Grand Rex on Christmas evening where a huge queue of fans was witnessed outside the cinema hall. Le Grand Rex, the biggest cinema in Europe was seen fully drenched with the fervour of Dunki with a huge crowd of fans. The film has been receiving tremendous love from the audience overseas who are fondly connecting with the film and their love was well visible at the Le Grand Rex where a huge queue of fans was seen even outside the cinema hall. With this, Dunki became the first Hindi Bollywood film to be showcased in the grand hall of Le Grand Rex on Christmas Evening. The audience were cheering on the entry of SRK in the film and they were filled with emotions as they left the cinema halls. Interestingly, Salem Kali, the actor in Dunki (in the Iran Sniper sequence) also attended the show. HISTORIC : Huge queue for the DUNKI show in the grand

"Strange to see how a good dinner and feasting reconciles everybody."

In 2003, filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani released his iconic comedy film Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. Starring Sanjay Dutt and Arshad Warsi, the characters of Munna and Circuit became iconic. This was followed by the 2006 sequel Lage Raho Munna Bhai which also featured Vidya Balan. However, there has been no update on Munna Bhai 3, which fans eagerly are waiting for. In a recent conversation with ANI, Rajkumar Hirani said, “Munna Bhai ke sath humesha mera struggle yehi raha hai ki pichli do films itni achi ban gayi hai ki mere paas 5 aadhi likhi scripts abhi tak padi huyi hai (The struggle with this film is that the first two films were so well made and I have five half-written scripts. I feel that if I don’t reach the level of those two films, I won’t be able to make the third one. I have one story that can be made but some stories get outdated so only time will tell.)” “Meri aksar baat hoti rehti hai Sanju (Sanjay Dutt) se. Woh kehta hai ki ek banani chahiye. Abhi yeh Dunki khatam huyi hai toh ab

Varun Dhawan is one of the most successful actors in the space of romantic comedies and the actor has won over the heart of the audience with Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania and Badrinath Ki Dulhania. Come 2024 and Varun is all set to be a Dulha again. According to our highly placed sources, Varun Dhawan is all set to reunite with director Shashank Khaitan for the third installment of the Dulhania franchise. "Varun, Shashank, and Karan Johar have discussed several ideas for Dulhania 3 and have finally locked one. The film is all set to go on floors at the end of 2024 and the makers have begun the hunt for a new actress to play Dulhania to Varun. There is a high chance for Karan and Varun to launch a fresh face with the new Dulhania film," a source told Bollywood Hungama exclusively. The Dulhania franchise is synonymous with Varun and Alia Bhatt, but this time around, the franchise is set to get a makeover with a new actress coming on board. "The film will go on floors by the

Having hit the bull's eye at the box office, Gadar 2 went beyond being just a film. Adored by the masses, this blockbuster received record-breaking success at the box office, reigniting emotions of patriotism. After its blockbuster success in theatres, Gadar 2 is set to captivate audiences on Zee TV at 12 noon and 9 pm on December 31, 2023. Aparna Bhosle, Chief Cluster Officer, Zee TV said, “Following its tremendous box office success, Gadar 2 is set to premiere on Zee TV as a New Year’s Eve delight for our viewers. The film’s enduring appeal lies in the strong emotions it stirs, making it more than just a movie but a testament to the power of impactful storytelling.” Starring Sunny Deol, Ameesha Patel, Utkarsh Sharma, and Simrat Kaur, the movie is a continuation of the 2001 blockbuster film Gadar. While the prequel focused on the romantic tale of Tara Singh, the prequel revolves around his son being stranded in Pakistan where he finds his ladylove. The plot unfolds as Tara Sing

"Pets, like their owners, tend to expand a little over the Christmas period."

Isha Koppikar, who is known as the ‘Khallas’ girl of Bollywood, is hardly seen on the screen but the actress is busy focusing on her entrepreneurial ventures. However, her life continues to be in limelight as fans are always eager to see her on the screen. Now reports have it that the actress is undergoing a challenging time in her personal life as she is parting ways with her hotelier husband Timmy Narang. While neither the actress nor her husband has released an official statement, a source confirmed to ETimes regarding the separation and also mentioned that Isha Koppikar has walked out of Timmy’s home along with the couple’s nine-year-old daughter Rianna. The source was quoted saying, “The couple parted ways due to compatibility issues, which cropped up a while ago. They tried every bit to save the marriage but didn’t succeed. Isha has moved out of the house and is living separately with their daughter.” On the other hand, we hear that the portal contacted the actress but neither

"Nothing says holidays, like a cheese log."

After a whirlwind wedding in 1991 with Amrita Singh right at the start of his career, Saif Ali Khan gained much prominence in the industry. The young lad had wooed hearts with is love for the actress and soon they became parents to two kids, Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Khan. But after about twelve years, the couple decided to go their separate ways and it wasn’t an easy time for the Pataudis, confessed Sharmila Tagore to Karan Johar on the chat show Koffee With Karan 8. The recent episode of the Karan Johar hosted show featured Sharmila Tagore and Saif Ali Khan debuting on the couch where they discussed their personal and professional life, during which the mother-son duo opened up about Khan’s divorce. Saif revealed that his mother was the first one he spoke to when he was considering this separation. “With the separation, I just like to say, that the first person I spoke to before the separation was my mother. She took a deep breath, there was a pause on the phone, and said, ‘I am wit

News about Triptii Dimri’s casting opposite Kartik Aaryan in producer Mukesh Bhatt’s Aashiqui 3 came out yesterday. But when this writer asked Mukesh Bhatt about the casting closure his response was vehement. He said, “Rubbish! This is absolutely false. I have made it very clear that we are not casting until the script and the music are ready. But everyone wants to cash in on my popular Aashiqui franchise. This is unacceptable. I haven’t even met this lady.” Mukesh Bhatt wants to make it clear once and for all that Aashiqui 3 is not happening until he is happy with the music. “The only name that has been finalized is Kartik Aaryan. Kartik and the music are the stars of Aashiqui 3. The rest will happen after we get the music in place, not before,” added the producer. The first film in the Aashiqui franchise released in 1990 and it launched Rahul Roy and Anu Agarwal. It was directed by Mahesh Bhatt. The movie became a runaway musical hit and the two debutants became household names. Th

News about Triptii Dimri’s casting opposite Kartik Aaryan in producer Mukesh Bhatt’s Aashiqui 3 came out yesterday. But when this writer asked Mukesh Bhatt about the casting closure his response was vehement. He said, “Rubbish! This is absolutely false. I have made it very clear that we are not casting until the script and the music are ready. But everyone wants to cash in on my popular Aashiqui franchise. This is unacceptable. I haven’t even met this lady.” Mukesh Bhatt wants to make it clear once and for all that Aashiqui 3 is not happening until he is happy with the music. “The only name that has been finalized is Kartik Aaryan. Kartik and the music are the stars of Aashiqui 3. The rest will happen after we get the music in place, not before,” added the producer. The first film in the Aashiqui franchise released in 1990 and it launched Rahul Roy and Anu Agarwal. It was directed by Mahesh Bhatt. The movie became a runaway musical hit and the two debutants became household names. Th

"I come from a family where gravy is considered a beverage."

Actor Ajay Devgn will be back on the sets of Singham Again, helmed by Rohit Shetty, from January 2024 onwards. The film went on floors a few months ago. Led by Ajay, he will resume the new schedule in Hyderabad in the third week of January 2024. The actor was recovering from an injury and had taken a break from the shoot. The upcoming schedule will go on for over a month. As per a report in Pinkvilla, a source said, “On the day Ajay Devgn was hit on his eyes, he went to the doctor and quickly returned to the set to finish his work for the day as he believes in the philosophy of ‘Show Must Go On. Post that, Rohit continued to shoot for the film as planned with other artists and the crew at Golden Tobacco in Andheri. He recently called it a wrap on the Mumbai schedule and is now gearing up for the next marathon schedule of Singham Again at Ramoji Film City.” “All the members forming part of the principal cast will be joining the next schedule at some point of time, and Ajay Devgn will

Triptii Dimri was a known person on the Indian OTT space before the release of the blockbuster Animal. But after the release of the Ranbir Kapoor starrer, she has not only gained popularity among the masses but also became the new national crush. The actress played Zoya in Animal and she got a chance to act with Ranbir in several scenes. Now, Triptii has another feather in her cap in the form of a keenly awaited project. Bollywood Hungama has learnt that she has been signed in the upcoming romantic drama Aashiqui 3 opposite Kartik Aaryan. The film will be directed by Anurag Basu. The search for the female lead in the third film of the Aashiqui franchise was on since quite a while. It has finally ended with Triptii’s selection. Bagging this film is indeed expected to be a milestone in her career. Aashiqui, the first film, released way back in 1990 and it starred two newcomers who became overnight sensations – Rahul Roy and Anu Agarwal. The film became an unexpected musical hit. The se

Lately, conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar and Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez are making headlines for levelling serious allegations against each other. Sukesh, who earlier wrote love letters to Jacqueline from the jail, has now turned against her. It happened after Jacqueline moved the Delhi high court seeking direction to the superintendent of Mandoli prison and Delhi Police’s economic offences wing (EOW) to not allow the conman from issuing any letters, messages, or statements addressed to her directly or indirectly. Amid this, India Today has accessed messages sent by the conman to the actor. As per the report by the portal, Sukesh allegedly sent several messages to Jacqueline through WhatsApp, using a fake number, while he continued to be lodged in jail. The portal reported a message from Sukesh to Jacqueline, dated June 30, 2023, which read, "Baby this month on 6th, we have a court date and if you are produced by VC please wear a black kurta or wear anything in black, so

"Please to put a nickel, please to put a dime. How petitions trickle in at Christmas time!"

The festival of Christmas is celebrated, globally! Bollywood stars dazzle with tree-lighting ceremonies, exchanging gifts, and sharing warm wishes on social media. The actors infuse vibrant colours into the season with their lively family gatherings and dinners. Before the annual Christmas lunch at Kapoor residence, Alia Bhatt hosted a small gathering at her residence on December 24 which saw the presence of her family and close friends Karan Johar and Ayan Mukerji. The small gathering included Soni Razdan, Mahesh Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor. Soni revealed that her son-in-law Ranbir made a generous donation of Rs. 1 lakh towards child welfare. Taking to her Instagram story, she revealed, “Such a thoughtful gift from my darling SIL.” The certificate read, “This is to certify that a donation in the name of Soni Bhatt of rupees one lakh has been made towards the welfare of children.” Meanwhile, on December 25, Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt happily introduced their daughter, Raha, to the papa

In a recent conversation, Pranay Reddy Vanga, the co-producer of the highly successful film Animal, shed light on a common practice in Bollywood – Corporate Bookings. While discussing the film’s exceptional performance, Pranay exposed the prevalent trend of inflating box office numbers through corporate bookings, a practice that Animal refrained from. In an interview with iDream Media, Pranay Reddy Vanga addressed the accuracy of the reported numbers for Animal, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna. He emphasized the film's commitment to transparency by not engaging in the widespread industry trend of corporate bookings, a strategy often employed to artificially boost box office figures. Pranay stated, “The numbers announced for Animal are accurate numbers. Usually in Bollywood, they have a trend of corporate bookings which we haven’t done. Animal is yet to touch Rs 1000 crore mark.” This candid revelation provides insight into the mechanisms used by some filmmakers and pr

In a heartwarming Christmas celebration, Bollywood power couple Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt decided to share a special gift with their fans – the first glimpse of their daughter Raha. The couple, who have been adept at keeping their daughter's face away from the media glare since her birth, chose the festive occasion to introduce their adorable little one to the world. Raha, the spitting image of her late grandfather, Rishi Kapoor, stole hearts in a charming white and pink dress paired with red velvet shoes. Alia radiated joy in a floral black dress, while Ranbir exuded cool dad vibes in a black jacket paired with dark jeans. The trio made for a picture-perfect family as they embraced the Christmas spirit. Breaking away from their usual privacy regarding their daughter, Ranbir and Alia smiled warmly as they proudly presented Raha to the paparazzi. The reveal delighted fans and followers who had eagerly awaited a glimpse of the couple's precious addition to their family.  

"What I am looking for is a blessing not in disguise."

With strong word of mouth, Rajkumar Hirani and SRK’s Dunki has emerged as the first choice of family audiences and is spreading its magic with every coming day. The film is gardening tremendous love from all across. With super strong word of mouth, the film looks poised for a great round of collections this weekend and also during the upcoming holiday season. Due to its family-friendly and feel-good content, The film has further strengthened its position on Saturday as compared to Friday. It's indeed great growth for a film of a non-action genre, something which the audiences are witnessing after a long time. Dunki has brilliantly shown an upward trend in its collection at the box office. With amazing word of mouth, the film showed amazing growth and the family audience loves the film and people of all age groups are flocking to the theaters in abundance. Dunki is going to enjoy further growth in the coming days. Dunki features an ensemble cast, with colorful characters portrayed

As Shah Rukh Khan starrer Dunki continues to make waves on the silver screen, its resonant narrative and compelling portrayal of the plight of illegal immigrants have garnered significant attention. Today, a special screening of the film is set to take place at none other than Rashtrapati Bhavan, Delhi, adding a touch of prestige and recognition to Rajkumar Hirani's creation. Dunki, directed by the acclaimed Rajkumar Hirani, has struck a chord with audiences for its heartwarming story, impactful themes, and stellar ensemble cast. The film, presenting the struggles of illegal immigrants and their unwavering love for the nation, has been deemed a must-watch for audiences of all ages. The decision to host a special screening at Rashtrapati Bhavan underscored the film's relevance to contemporary issues and its potential to resonate with influential authorities. The subject of Dunki, delving into the challenges faced by illegal immigrants and the conditions they encounter abroad,

"Santa Claus has the right idea - visit people only once a year."

Koffee with Karan this week promises to override its reputation of pure fun. The guests on Thursday are the precious mother-son pair of Sharmila Tagore and Saif Ali Khan. Saif was never too keen on doing ‘together’ interviews with his illustrious mother. But who can say no to Karan?! He is not only very close to Saif’s wife Kareena but also to Sharmila Tagore. In fact, the role that Shabana Azmi eventually played in Karan Johar’s effervescent Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani was originally offered to Sharmilaji. Getting her to come on the show was far more difficult than getting Saif. For the first time, Saif will be seen sharing his thoughts on his iconic mother, on what it means to be born to two of the biggest celebrities of the country. Also Read: Koffee With Karan 8: Five moments which prove that Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are the ‘IT’ couple from Latest Bollywood News | Hindi Movie News | Hindi Cinema News | Indian Movies | Films - Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/Xe

In a strategic move, film producer Boney Kapoor, along with his daughters Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor, has made headlines by selling four of their upscale apartments in Mumbai's coveted Andheri suburbs. The prime real estate, situated in the posh Lokhandwala Complex of Andheri, fetched the Kapoor trio an impressive total of Rs 12 crore. The first set of transactions, involving two flats on the first floor of a building in Lokhandwala Complex, were sealed for Rs 6.02 crore. The deal, registered on November 2, 2023, spans a collective area of 1870 sq ft and includes an open car parking space. The fortunate buyers, Siddharth Narayan and Anju Narayan, secured their new residences as part of this lucrative agreement. This lucrative move comes after their noteworthy purchase of a duplex apartment in Bandra for a staggering Rs 65 crore in 2022. Meanwhile, on the work front, Janhvi Kapoor will be seen in some of the biggest films, which include Mr. & Mrs. Mahi and the much-await

"I cook with wine, sometimes I even add it to the food."

The sequel of the 2011 series Saubhagyavati Bhava titled Saubhagyavati Bhava: Niyam Aur Shartein Laagu, premiered in September this year. However, it seems the sequel did not manage to create the same essence again as the show will, reportedly go off-air soon. If a report by Times of India is something to go by then, Amandeep Sidhu, Dheeraj Dhoopar and Karanvir Bohra’s show will go off air to make way for the new launches. A source close to the show told the portal, "Today the cast is shooting for its last sequence and wrapping up." Having said that it is worth mentioning here that recently Rohit Roy has joined the cast and the audience loved his track. In fact, Karanvir Bohra has also confirmed the news in his latest Instagram post. In the video post, Karanvir can be seen meeting and extending war hugs to teh cast and crew of  Saubhagyavati Bhava: Niyam Aur Shartein Laagu. In the caption, Bohra wrote, “Made such a beautiful family on the sets of #saubhagyavatibhava will mi

The much-awaited film Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire was finally released today in cinemas across the world after making a lot of noise not just over its content and star cast but also issues related to show sharing. Starring Prabhas, Prithviraj Sukumaran and Shruti Haasan, the action entertainer is directed by Prashanth Neel and Hombale Films of KGF fame. As a result, the hype was tremendous resulting in a huge start down South and a decent start in the Hindi-speaking markets. As the name suggests, Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire was the first part with a sequel promised by the makers even before its release. As expected, it has come to light that the first part ends by mentioning the name of the sequel. The next installment will be called Salaar Part 2: Shauryanga Parvam. Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire is set in a city named Khansaar populated by dangerous anti-social elements and is also a story of friendship. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, producer Vijay Kiragandur of Homba

"The only normal people are the ones you don't know very well."

Bisleri, India's leading mineral water brand, has roped in Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone as its first-ever global brand ambassador in the new campaign Bisleri #DrinkItUp. The campaign is a fresh and never-seen-before take on hydration infusing excitement and fun. The ad film showcases Padukone grooving to a snappy and modern take on the iconic song ‘Jhoom Jhoom Jhoom Baba’ while relishing the pure refreshment of the original beverage, 'water.' Commenting on getting onboard Deepika Padukone as the brand ambassador, Jayanti Chauhan, Vice Chairperson, Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd, said, "Bisleri is synonymous with hydration. Our new campaign Bisleri #DrinkItUp is embracing the fun and excitement of visualising hydration in an iconic style with Ms. Deepika Padukone for the first time ever. We are thrilled to have Ms Padukone as our first global brand ambassador as her work and values align with our brand philosophy. With her we are able to show our brand evolving w

Union Minister of State for Entrepreneurship, Skill Development, Electronics & Technology, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, held a special screening of Vicky Kaushal’s Sam Bahadur. It was attended by parliamentarians, defence officers, armed forces veterans, and their families. The screening was held in Delhi on Tuesday.  Post the screening, Rajeev, in a conversation with ANI, heaped praises on the film. He asserted, “This movie portrays the life of India's greatest war General, Sam Manekshaw, and his inspiring journey. It provides insights into how he was treated by Pt. Nehru's Defence Minister, Krishna Menon and how he was a soldier's soldier, representing the values and ethos of our armed forces - I believe every young Indian should know the story of this legend.” Some glimpses from the special screening of #SamBahadur yesterday. Thanking everyone who took time off from their busy schedules and came to watch the story of one of the greatest military heroes and bravest sons of

Shaan's melody for Shah Rukh Khan's Dunki has hit a sour note. The singer confirmed his song's removal from the Rajkumar Hirani directorial. For the unversed, earlier this year, in May, Shaan confirmed singing a romantic track. However, the song, titled 'Durr Kahi Durr,' did not make it to the final cut.  Speaking of the same, on the day of the release of Dunki, that is today, Shaan took to his X and shared his thoughts on the matter. “I just want to clear the air about why my song was not part of the film .. the song, a beautiful breezy duet ( with  @shreyaghoshal ) “Durr kahi Durr” was recorded and also picturised in Kashmir,” read an excerpt of his tweet.  He went on to explain that on the edit table, it was filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani’s call to drop the song “after a lot of contemplation.” Shaan also cleared that the director was “very transparent” to him when the decision was taken. He concluded by adding, “I really appreciate that.. and I fully understand that

"A diplomat is a man who always remembers a woman's birthday but never remembers her age."

In the latest development to the deepfake case related to Animal actress Rashmika Mandanna, Delhi Police has tracked down four suspects. For unversed, the actress fell prey to a deepfake video which was widely circulated video in which her face was morphed into the face of a social media content creator. While the search for the main suspect is underway, the four suspects are alleged unloaders of the video. The ANI tweet on Wednesday morning read, “Delhi Police say it has tracked down four suspects, who turned out to be uploaders, not the creators, involved in the case of deep fake profiles of actor Rashmika Mandana. Police are looking are the key conspirator in the case.” Earlier in November 2023, Rashmika took to X (formerly Twitter) to express her feelings, stating, “I feel really hurt to share this and have to talk about the deepfake video of me being spread online. Something like this is honestly, extremely scary not only for me, but also for each one of us who today is vulnerab

Even with the polarizing reactions to Ranbir Kapoor starrer Animal, it continues to be a favourite in cinemas and has become a global box office success. Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal is set to become a franchise. While the film’s sequel Animal Park was teased in the post-credits of the film, Vanga and producer Bhushan Kumar of T-Series have announced the sequel which is now titled Animal Park. The post on Tuesday read, “It’s a partnership built on trust, fueled by creative freedom, and fortified by an unbreakable bond. Producer Bhushan Kumar and Director #SandeepReddyVanga unveil the next cinematic wonders—Prabhas’ Spirit, Animal Park, and an Allu Arjun saga—the chapters that follow the monumental success of Kabir Singh and #Animal.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by T-Series (@tseries.official) Talking about the partnership with Kumar, Vanga said, “The kind of freedom he gives in terms of my creativity and the liberty to choose any song makes me feel at ho

With Dhak Dhak, fans witnessed Sanjana Sanghi riding a bullet to reach Khardung La. While praises for Sanjana Sanghi's performance as Manjari have not stopped, the actress shares another special update about the film. So, are you all ready for a Dhak Dhak sequel? The Kadak Singh actress recently took to her social media and shared, "SPECIAL NEWS: The #DhakDhakSequel / My darling Manjari—she has a curious heart, eyes brimming with hope, and love for the world. She doesn’t mistake liberation for rebellion; she revels in her innocence, believing the world is equally so." Sanghi further added, "Content in her protected world in Mathura, she is eager to experience more. She’s the best friend everyone wants in their life—solid, supportive, objective. Excited to share that the gang’s journey doesn’t end in #KharduaLa, as we are bringing you the SEQUEL / Are you ready to join us on another extraordinary ride? #DhakDhak2."   View this post on Instagram   A post shar

Earlier this week, as news reports were abuzz with details of yesteryear actress Tanuja being hospitalized These reports suggested that she was taken to a suburban hospital in Mumbai due to age-related ailments. Now, the latest update is that the star is currently recouping well. And if all is well, she will also be discharged soon. For the unversed, Tanuja is also the mother of Bollywood star Kajol and actress Tanisha Mukerji. News reports suggested that Tanuja was admitted in the ICU aka Intensive Care Unit after she complained a few ailments. She was undergoing treatment for the same, and sources close to the hospital have confirmed that she is responding well and should even be returning home soon. In fact, a source was quoted telling ETimes, "She is much better and will be discharged in a day or two.” While fans were concerned about her health after reports of her being hospitalized started doing the rounds, the sources did assert that it wasn’t something to worry about. Be

The year 2023 is going to end with a bang, thanks to the releases of Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Dunki and Prabhas-starrer Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire. And now, the birthday bash of Anand Pandit has added to the excitement. It’s already become a talking point in the industry circles as it’s going to be a grand bash, probably the biggest of the year. Bollywood Hungama reported last week that Amitabh Bachchan, Vishal-Shekhar and Sonu Nigam have confirmed their participation. Now, it has come to light that some of the biggest names of Bollywood will also make their presence felt at this bash. As per reports, Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Akshay Kumar, Ajay Devgn, Hrithik Roshan, Abhishek Bachchan, Kartik Aaryan, Tiger Shroff, etc, are expected to be a part of the 60th birthday party of Anand Pandit. It’ll be held on Thursday, December 21, incidentally, the same day that Dunki releases. The party will be held at Hotel Tulip Star, Juhu, Mumbai where the preparations are already in fu

"We didn't lose the game; we just ran out of time."

Veteran actress Tanuja, mother of actresses Kajol and Tanisha Mukerji, has been admitted to the hospital due to age-related issues. The 80-year-old actress was admitted to ICU at a Juhu hospital in Mumbai. According to a report in PTI, a source revealed, “She is under observation. She is doing well. There's nothing to worry about.” Tanuja, a seasoned actress in Bollywood, embarked on her acting journey in the 1960s. Renowned for her naturalistic performances, Tanuja effortlessly transitioned between lead and character roles. Tanuja made her acting debut with the Bengali film Balika Badhu in 1967. She made her Hindi film debut in the same year with Chhabili. Her notable works include Haathi Mere Saathi, Anubhav, Mere Jeevan Saathi and Jewel Thief. She won the Filmfare Best Supporting Actress Award for her role in Paisa Ya Pyar (1969). The recipient of prestigious awards, including the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award, Tanuja's cinematic legacy extends beyond her family'

With four days left until the grand release of the Shah Rukh Khan starrer Dunki on December 21, 2023, the excitement and buzz amongst the fans and the audiences is growing with each moment. The fans and the audiences are waiting to witness the combination of SRK and Rajkumar Hirani on screen for the first time. Several fan clubs across the nation and the audiences around the globe have begun the preparations to watch the Shah Rukh Khan-fronted film on Day 1 on the first show. Amongst the massive fan clubs of SRK, the one in Chhattisgarh named Team Shah Rukh Khan is in full force to make the Dunki release day a festival and has begun preparing for the film in advance. The fan club has booked an entire auditorium to watch the film with their entire fan club on Day 1, and they shared a glimpse of the advance booking on social media. Following the ticket booking, the fans cut the cake at the cinema venue and celebrated the film’s release with the audience. The video shared by the fan clu

Rajkumar Hirani's much-anticipated film, Dunki, starring Shah Rukh Khan and a brilliant ensemble cast is nearing its release. Following the intriguing Dunki Drop 4: The Trailer, viewers are eagerly anticipating the film that promises an array of emotions. This fervour is evident in the bookings for Dunki, which have set records by surpassing Rs 2 crores in gross for the opening day in India. And now after the first show Of Jawan and Pathaan, Dunki gets its first ever 5:55 AM show. The film is set to release worldwide on 21 December 2023, and SRK Universe has organized special shows of Dunki on over 1000 screens worldwide, which is a record for any Hindi film star. Shah Rukh Khan’s biggest fan club SRK Universe held the first ever 9 am show for Pathaan at Mumbai’s iconic Gaiety cinema. They followed it with the first ever 6 am show for Jawan at the same iconic cinema. Now with SRK’s latest release Dunki, fans have created a new record with the magical number 5:55 am show at Gaiety

Actor Aayush Sharma's luxury car was involved in an accident at Khar Gym Khana, Mumbai. While Aayush himself was not present in the vehicle at the time, the incident has raised concerns about safety on the city streets, particularly people driving under the influence of alcohol. According to a report by Zoom, Aayush's driver was on his way to a fuel station when the collision occurred. A drunk driver in another vehicle unexpectedly rammed into Aayush's car, causing significant damage. Fortunately, Aayush's driver escaped the incident unharmed. The actor has not yet responded to the news of the accident. Speaking of the professional front, Aayush Sharma made his Bollywood debut in 2018 with the romantic drama Loveyatri. He then went on to star alongside Salman Khan in the action thriller Antim: The Final Truth. Aayush currently has the film Ruslaan lined up for release in 2024. Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Aayush Sharma and Aisha Sharma to sizzle in a new music video, filmi

"Mail your packages early so the post office can lose them in time for Christmas."

Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan's son AbRam’s performance at Dhirubhai Ambani International School's annual day event has become the talk of the town. For the unversed, during his skit, AbRam struck Shah Rukh's signature open-arms pose. The event was held on Friday in Mumbai. The video of the same has gone viral on the internet. AbRam Khan is seen in a Medieval-inspired outfit. When he told his fellow performers, “Give me a hug, I love hugs,” and struck the iconic Shah Rukh pose, the tune of 'Dilwale Dulhaniya Jayenge' played in the background. Having said that, it is worth mentioning here that Shah Rukh along with Gauri and daughter Suhana attended the event, An Instagram user called him “Next Baadshah” while another commented, “AbRam looks exactly like SRK.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Bollywood Hungama???? (@realbollywoodhungama) Coming to the professional front, the 57-year-old actor is currently awaiting the release of Dunki. Helmed by

Renowned Bengali singer Anup Ghosal, who is widely known for the ‘Tujhse Naraz Nahi Zindagi’ track from Masoom, died on Friday. Ghoshal was 77. He is survived by two daughters. As per a report by PTI, he had been hospitalised for the past several days at a private hospital in south Kolkata for old age ailments. He passed away due to multi-organ failure at 1.40 pm. Reacting to the news, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee tweeted, “I express my deep grief and condolence over the death of Anup Ghosal who had sung in Bengali, Hindi and other languages.” Speaking of his career, Ghoshal lent his voice to several Satyajit Ray’s musical films. In fact, he won the 1981 National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer for the Bengali film Hirak Rajar Deshe. In addition, the playback singer had sung Kaji Nazrul Islam, Rabindranath Tagore and modern Bengali songs. Besides a prolific music career, he had successfully contested the 2011 assembly polls from Uttarpara seat on the Trinamoo

Team of actor Sunny Singh’s upcoming neo-noir comic tragedy Risky Romeo wrapped its filming after a marathon shoot of one and a half months in Kolkata, the makers announced on Saturday December 15. The film is written and directed by Abir Sengupta, who had previously directed Kiara Advani starrer Indoo Ki Jawani and produced Radhika Apte starrer Mrs. Undercover. Risky Romeo, also co-starring Kriti Kharbanda, was announced earlier this year Actor Sunny Singh said he feels “extremely fulfilled” wrapping up the shoot and credited Risky Romeo for offering him a character that had never come his way before. Sunny said in a statement, “I usually do not get offered characters like this and only when I started shooting I realised what Abir had seen in me and offered me such a different character. The genre of this film is completely unexplored in our industry and it’s a bold step towards showcasing emotions in a very different way. And the city that Abir has chosen to film Risky Romeo is ad

In a historic moment for Indian comedy, Vir Das takes center stage at the legendary Apollo Theatre, becoming the inaugural Indian comedian to entertain a live audience of nearly 5000 people. This milestone performance is a highlight of his ongoing Mind Fool tour, showcasing Vir Das as a global comedic force. The Apollo Theatre, a venue steeped in musical history and having witnessed performances from iconic acts like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Iron Maiden, and contemporary music royalties such as Selena Gomez and Kylie Minogue, now welcomes Vir Das to its illustrious stage. The theatre has also been graced by comedy legend Louis C.K., making it a space that resonates with artistic brilliance across genres. As part of his Mind Fool tour, Vir Das is set to make history not only with his Apollo Theatre performance but also by embarking on the most extensive world tour undertaken by any Indian comedian to date. Spanning 33 countries and encompassing 37 cities across In

"A year from now, you're gonna weigh more or less than what you do right now."

Regrettably, this writer had to convey the worrisome news of actor Shreyas Talpade’s heart attack and angioplasty to his close friend Bobby Deol. Bobby’s first reaction was, “Oh my God!” A few minutes later, he sent a voice note saying, “I just spoke to his wife. She was really upset. His heart had stopped for about ten minutes, apparently. Now they’ve revived him and done an angioplasty. So just pray that he will be fine. Thank you, Subhash, for letting me know.” Shreyas is one of the most versatile and underrated actors of Hindi and Marathi cinema. In an earlier interview, Shreyas said to me, “My career has been adventurous. I come from a normal middleclass family with no film connections. I have auditioned to get my best roles. Luckily for me filmmakers like Subhash Ghai, Nagesh Kukunoor and Farah Khan had faith in me.” He admitted that he should not have done some of the films that he did. “I also admit I didn’t do some things that I should have. I didn’t market myself well. I

In a shocking piece of news, actor Shreyas Talpade suffered a heart attack today evening. As per a report in Hindustan Times, the actor was shooting for the multi-starrer Welcome To The Jungle and was fine throughout the shoot. However, the 47-year-old actor started feeling uneasy after he returned home from the shoot and was taken to the Bellevue Hospital. The report also said that he underwent angioplasty after being brought to the hospital. A source told the publication, “He shot through the day, was absolutely fine and joking around with everyone on the set. He even shot sequences that had a bit of action. After finishing the shoot, he went back home and told his wife that he was feeling uneasy. She rushed him to the hospital but he collapsed on the way.” The publication quoted a staff member from the hospital saying, “Shreyas Talpade is admitted. He was brought late in the evening. His health update is awaited.” An official update regarding Shreyas’ health is awaited. Directed

While illustrious rapper and hip-hop mogul Badshah is known the world over for his anthemic records and elite collaborations, his inner circle also know him for being an impeccable host and entertainer in his time, which has now translated through a first-of-its-kind world-class multi-brand food and beverage venture. A culinary connoisseur at heart; the 39-year-old rapper, and entrepreneur t is gearing up to mark his maiden innings in the hospitality industry with the launch of three brands- Sago Spice Symphony, Seville and Sidera in partnership with Babita Puri Gupta and Udayveer Gupta. Located in the heart of Chandigarh; the upscale neighbourhood of Sector-26, the aesthetically constructed spanking new venture is inspired by the principles of community, pluralism and identity and aspires to serve as a sumptuous indulgence for the city’s epicureans. A 9,000 sq. ft. expanse is sculpted into three culinary masterpieces- an invitingly earthy indoor dining space presented in the form of

Last year wasn’t a memorable one for Bollywood at the box office as not many films attained success. One such film that kept the flag of the industry high was the horror comedy Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. Directed by Anees Bazmee, the movie featured Kartik Aaryan, Kiara Advani and Tabu in pivotal roles. The film was the second in the series. The first one Bhool Bhulaiyaa featured Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan in pivotal roles and it was directed by Priyadarshan. After the success of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, the team of Anees Bazmee, Kartik and producer Bhushan Kumar are working towards the third film in the franchise titled Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. And now, Bollywood Hungama has learnt that actress Palak Tiwari is in advance talks to play a pivotal character in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. From what we know so far, the young actress has almost been locked for the role. Reveals an industry insider, “Talks for her to feature in Bhool Bhulaiya 3 are getting serious. Almost everything has been confirmed, just final tou

"I see nothing in space as promising as the view from a Ferris wheel."

Bollywood Hungama was the first one to break the news that Suneel Darshan is all set to make the sequel to his hit love triangle, Andaaz (2003). The shoot began on November 28 and Suneel Darshan confirmed at that point that he’ll be launching three new faces in Andaaz 2. However, he had refused to unveil their identities then. Suneel Darshan has now, finally, revealed who these three newcomers are. Natasha Fernandez (pictured; on left), Aayush Kumar (pictured; on centre) and Akaisha (on right) will make their starry debuts in Andaaz 2. Natasha Fernandez also featured in Suneel’s last release, Ek Haseena Thi Ek Deewana Tha (2017), which also starred his son Shiv Darshan. Aayush Kumar had a very small role in Abhishek Bachchan-starrer Dasvi (2022) and Andaaz 2 will serve as his big debut. Incidentally, with Andaaz as well, the veteran filmmaker launched the acting careers of Lara Dutta and Priyanka Chopra, who went on to become popular names. The musical also starred Akshay Kumar in th

Netflix has become the streaming platform to share comprehensive viewership data and what people are watching on the platform. Kicking off ‘What We Watched: A Netflix Engagement Report’ which will be released twice a year, the streamer will be unveiling a detailed report of what the viewers have watched in six months. Amongst the Indian titles include Mission Majnu, RRR (Hindi), Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar, Shehzada and Class Season 1 on the top 1000 list. Mission Majnu starring Sidharth Malhotra and Rashmika Mandanna, which was released earlier in January this year, raked in 31.2 million watch hours viewership on the platform. This is followed by Ram Charan and Jr. NTR’s RRR (Hindi) which garnered 29.4 million watch hours. Season 1 of Class, an Indian adaptation of the Spanish drama Elite, not only introduced new faces to the industry but also gained 27.7 million watch hours. #Netflix officially released numbers....[Jan-June, 2023] NON-NETFLIX MOVIES.... TOTAL HOURS VIEWED: 1 #TJMM 27.

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Netflix has become the streaming platform to share comprehensive viewership data and what people are watching on the platform. Kicking off ‘What We Watched: A Netflix Engagement Report’ which will be released twice a year, the streamer will be unveiling a detailed report of what the viewers have watched in six months. The report covers more than 18,000 titles from around the globe and nearly 100 billion hours viewed. This includes the hours viewed for every title — original and licensed — watched for over 50,000 hours; the premiere date for any Netflix TV series or film; and whether a title was available globally. Amongst those titles are two Indian content – web series Rana Naidu and the movie Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga which have made it to the Top 500 list. Rana Naidu, starring Rana Daggubati and Venkatesh Daggubati, has garnered 46.3 million watch-hours viewership on the platform. On the other hand, Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga has 41. 7 million watch hours on the streaming giant. Rana Daggubati

G-SHOCK India has unveiled the association with actor Vicky Kaushal as its brand ambassador. This partnership unites G-SHOCK's four-decade legacy of crafting robust and trend-setting timepieces with Vicky Kaushal's charismatic personality and embodiment of toughness, embracing both physical endurance and mental strength. G-SHOCK's stands out globally as a lifestyle watch brand developed via Japanese cutting-edge technology whose legacy spans over four decades, during which it has established an unassailable standard for durability, innovation and iconic designs in the watchmaking realm. This remarkable journey was driven by the single-minded pursuit of shock resistance as its core ideology while bringing forth impeccable precision, innovative design, and fashionable appeal for the ever-evolving youth audiences. With an illustrious career spanning commercial blockbusters and poignant cinema, Vicky Kaushal bridges the hearts of masses and connoisseurs alike. His unique blend

The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) is thrilled to announce Bollywood megastar Akshay Kumar as the Team Owner of Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir). This ground-breaking collaboration brings an unprecedented level of excitement and star power to the ISPL, a first-of-its-kind tennis ball T10 cricket tournament set to take place inside a stadium from March 2nd to March 9th, 2024. Akshay Kumar’s entry marks the commencement of an exciting line-up of superstar Team Owners set to be revealed for the remaining five teams. Their involvement promises to infuse unparalleled enthusiasm and passion into this distinctive cricketing spectacle, elevating the league to new heights. The Invitation to Tender Bid (ITB) process for team ownership will commence on December 15th, 2023, with the deadline for submissions set for January 15th, 2024.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) Expressing his excitement about joining the Indian Street Premier League, Akshay K

"First you take a drink, then the drink takes a drink, then the drink takes you."

Bollywood actress Zareen Khan has been granted interim bail and a city court barred her international travel without prior permission in connection to the cheating case dating back to 2018. The case was registered at Narkeldanga police station in Kolkata. The actress was granted bail by the Sealdah court till December 26 on a personal bond of Rs. 30,000. The arrest warrant stemmed from an alleged cheating case dating back to 2018. The investigating officer had submitted a charge sheet against Zareen Khan before the Sealdah court in Kolkata. During this period, Zareen neither sought bail nor appeared before the court, resulting in the issuance of an arrest warrant due to her repeated absence. The alleged incident in 2018 stemmed from Zareen Khan's anticipated performance during a Durga Puja celebration in Kolkata. She reportedly failed to make her scheduled appearance, which prompted the organizer to file a formal complaint of cheating against both the actress and her manager. Sub

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan not only ruled the box office but also the global search engine Google in 2023. The actor gave two back-to-back blockbusters this year and is inching towards a third one as well. However, his film Jawan, directed by Atlee, was amongst the top trending searches in 2023 and his other film Pathaan also dominated the search engine. Jawan collected Rs. 643.87 crores in India. Google released their Year in Search 2023 wherein Jawan ranked at No.3 on globally but claimed the No. 1 spot in India. Adding to that, Sunny Deol’s Gadar 2, Cillian Murphy’s Oppenheimer, Prabhas’ Adipurush and SRK’s Pathaan ranked at No. 2, 3, 4 and 5 respectively. Sudipto Sen’s The Kerala Story, Rajinikanth starrer Jailer, Vijay’s Leo, Salman Khan’s Tiger 3 and Vijay’s Varisu took the next five slots. “In the Barbie vs Oppenheimer battle, ultimately the latter led the charge in international entertainment searches in India,” the press release read, as per Indian Express. In terms of OTT sho