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Kangana Ranaut, who is of late been in news for her controversial statements against ‘superstars’ and ‘Bollywood’ industry, was questioned by a Rajya Sabha member Subramanian Swamy for the Y plus security given to her. The actress received immense protection after she made accusations and statements against Shiv Sena which led to her being given ample security for protection. After Mr. Swamy questioned about the security on social media, the actress took to the platform to respond to his statement. Kangana Ranaut was left quite upset when a Rajya Sabha member accused her of being give too much security, responding to which, the actress called herself a ‘vocal and concerned citizen’. She added that her statements have often angered certain groups and also revealed that her upcoming projects can ruffle feathers, which led to her requesting for more protection. Subramanian Swamy took to Twitter to say, “The SPG knows, and has kept a register of her movements. I wonder why since it is no ...

The much talked about and keenly anticipated Karan Johar directorial Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani finally hit screens last week. Starring Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh the film that enjoyed immense hype in the run up to its release started off with a bang. With positive reviews and strong word of mouth, the business of the film saw its collections grow by leaps and bounds. Even in the overseas markets, the business of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has been registering good collections. In this box office report, we look at the collections of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani on its opening weekend at the Australia box office while comparing the same to previous releases of 2023. Collecting A$ 402,082 the film has managed to open higher than the Salman Khan starrer Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan which had collected A$ 360876 and the Ranbir Kapoor – Shraddha Kapoor starrer Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar which had collected A$ 297188. With this Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has emerged as the se...

Pooja Bhatt has been making waves in the Bigg Boss OTT 2 house with her unfiltered personality. However, there are reports that she may leave the show before it ends. According to a tweet by the Bigg Boss OTT 2 fan page, Pooja Bhatt has a contract of only 6 weeks and she may exit the show this weekend due to her prior commitments. There is also speculation that her sister, Alia Bhatt, might come as a guest to promote her new movie, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, and might take Pooja out of the show during her visit. Having said that, it is worth mentioning here that Alia Bhatt recently revealed her 3 favourite contestants from Bigg Boss OTT 2, and Elvish Yadav was one of them. She described him as a "rocky personality" and said that she likes his naughty and entertaining personality. However, no official announcement of the same has been made by either the makers of the show or the actress’ team. Speaking of this week’s eviction, wildcard contestant Aashika Bhatia. For t...

Dimensions Mumbai, a short film competition based on the theme of Mumbai City, is back and now open for submissions. The category was introduced in 2009 by Jaya Bachchan as an ode to Mumbai. Dimensions Mumbai competition is applicable for young filmmakers within the age group of 18–25 years across India; all they need to do is film Mumbai-based themes in Mumbai. Bhumi Pednekar is the Brand Ambassador for Dimensions Mumbai this year. A hard-core Mumbai girl herself, Bhumi Pednekar, in her role, will be engaging and supporting the young creative collective of aspiring filmmakers at Dimensions Mumbai. Commenting on this, Bhumi Pednekar said, "I am thrilled to be a part of Dimensions Mumbai this year. It's an incredible platform for young filmmakers; it empowers them to tell personal stories that mean something to them. It gives them an opportunity to showcase their film to a larger audience on a big screen. For decades, Mumbai has inspired filmmakers from around the world. This ...

Bollywood producer Dinesh Vijan of Maddock Films has spent a whopping Rs. 103 crore to purchase apartments. The producer purchased apartments on the 15th and 16th floors respectively at Parishram by Rustomjee on Nargis Dutt Road at Pali Hill in Mumbai. As per a report in Money Control, the apartment units are spread across 9,000 square feet and were registered on July 25, 2023. The carpet area of the units is 7,791 sq. ft. The registration took place between Keystone Realtors and Dinesh Prem Vijan. The documents showed that a stamp duty of Rs 6.17 crore was paid. Meanwhile, Dinesh Vijan is busy with many projects. Following Zara Hatke Zara Bachke, he is producing Stree 2 starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao. He also has an untitled project with Kriti Sanon and Shahid Kapoor, Pooja Meri Jaan with Mrunal Thakur and many more. ALSO READ: Stree 2: Filming begins for Jio Studios and Dinesh Vijan’s horror comedy sequel from Latest Bollywood News | Hindi Movie News | Hindi Cinema N...

Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is on an upward journey ever since its release on July 28. After collecting Rs. 11.10 crores on Friday, the film jumped to Rs. 16.05 crores on Saturday and Rs. 19.50 crores on Sunday. With this, the three-day total of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani stands at Rs. 46.65 crores, setting the base for the film to trend well in the long run. Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani now needs to show a good hold in collections on Monday and a steady trend from thereon to emerge as a successful venture. A Monday in the north of Rs. 6.50 crores will put the film in an excellent position to trend well in the coming few weeks. Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has scored a good opening weekend and it has got a lot to do with the brand of Karan Johar among the urban audience. The budget is on the higher side and like always, a Karan Johar directorial will come with its own set of expectations. The target of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani will be to surpas...

Celina Jaitly has taken action against a self-proclaimed Hindi film critic and journalist from Pakistan named Umair Sandhu who alleged that she was in a relationship with her mentor Feroz Khan and his son Fardeen and made some bizarre allegations. Celina took the matter to the National Commission of Women in India who in turn initiated action after the actress’ complaint and took the matter to the Ministry of External Affairs. In a long tweet, Celina revealed, “A few months ago, a self-proclaimed Hindi film critic and journalist from Pakistan named @UmairSandu took to Twitter to make viral untrue horrific claims about me which included bizarre allegations like my relations with both my mentor Feroz Khan and his son Fardeen , in addition he made claims targeting me and my family’s safety and security even in Austria.” A few months ago, a self-proclaimed Hindi film critic and journalist from Pakistan named @UmairSandu took to Twitter to make viral untrue horrific claims about me which ...

Bollywood Hungama was the first one to report about Naseeruddin Shah’s controversial ‘darinde’ remark against exhibitors and distributors recently. Speaking at an awards function on July 26 at Mumbai’s Regal cinema organized by the Film Heritage Foundation where veteran projectionists were awarded, Shah said that those who work the hardest in the film industry get paid the least. While making his point, the veteran actor added, “When the film gets completed and if it becomes successful, toh iski asli malaai distributors aur exhibitors naam ka darinde kha jaate hain (a large share of it is taken away by the demons called distributors and exhibitors).” Shah’s comment hasn’t gone down well with the exhibitors. Reacting strongly to his comments, exhibitor Akshaye Rathi wrote a detailed post on Twitter. Responding to Shah’s use of the word ‘darinde’, he said, “As a film exhibitor, I object strongly to this distasteful & factually incorrect statement.” Rathi elaborated, “As they say, ...

With Baatein Kuch Ankahee Si, StarPlus is all set to venture into something different and relatable. The show is to be produced by Rajan Shahi. The story is going to revolve around a girl with a unique voice trying to make a place in the music industry against all odds. Baatein Kuch Ankaheen Si, starring Mohit Malik and Sayli Salunkhe in lead roles, revolves around two middle-aged people from different backgrounds and how their worldviews collide when they meet, with music set to play an important role in their journey. It is going to be a musical, fictional love saga. Baatein Kuch Ankahee Si will be the biggest musical television show. As we had earlier reported, Star Plus is going to bring a singer on board to promote their new show Baatein Kuch Ankahee Si, and we finally know who it is. Singer Usha Uthup will be seen promoting the show through a music video. As the show is about the protagonist, Vandana, making it big against the tides, she has a very unconventional voice and talen...

Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut has accused two of her colleagues of criminal activities, including hacking her social media accounts, buying fake bulk tickets, and manipulating box office collections. In a series of Instagram stories on Sunday, Ranaut said that she was informed by a fan about a scam in which people were using her name to hack into accounts. She shared a screenshot of the scam, which showed a message from someone claiming to be Ranaut's online manager. Ranaut said that she had nothing to do with the scam and that the people behind it were part of the "film mafia." She also made some shocking claims about two of her colleagues, whom she did not name. "Film mafia has always indulged in criminal activities," she said. "This superstar who I dated later claimed that I was dating his imposter. He used to use different numbers and accounts to chat with me, he also hacked my account and operated in a shady way." Ranaut said that she also ...

The Karan Johar directed Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has seen a big gain in collections on Saturday as early estimates indicate the second day to fall in the range of Rs. 15.50 crores to 16.50 crores. The jump has come primarily in the multiplex chains - PVR, Inox, Cinepolis - side by side the chains like MovieMax and Miraj. The two-day total of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani now stands at Rs. 27.50 crores and the movie will be targeting an opening weekend of Rs. 45 crores, which will be a fair result, though a lot for the film would depend on how it does on the weekdays. The costs for Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani are on the higher side and hence, its crucial to record healthy trends over the weekdays. The start for Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani was rather low, but thankfully, the word of mouth is on the positive side, which has come into the play on Saturday leading to the big jump. The eyes are now on Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani to consolidate the Saturday jump with a...

The highly acclaimed film The Storyteller, starring the renowned actor Paresh Rawal, after having been screened in Busan is now all set to have its Australian premiere at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne next month in August. Directed by Anant Narayan Mahadevan, the film is based on the legendary Satyajit Ray's short story "Golpo Boliye Tarini Khuro" and explores the themes of originality versus plagiarism. Alongside Rawal, the film features an exceptional ensemble cast including Adil Hussain, Revathi, Tannishtha Chatterjee, Anindita Bose, and Jayesh More. The Storyteller is a cinematic gem that pays homage to the literary genius of Satyajit Ray. Based on the renowned author's celebrated short story, the film delves into the captivating conflict between originality and plagiarism. Through compelling storytelling and thought-provoking performances, The Storyteller poses important questions about creativity, inspiration, and the ethical boundaries of artistic expr...

The much-awaited Karan Johar directorial Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani starring Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh hit screens yesterday. After much talk and hype the film opened on a good note with audience in metros patronizing the film in droves. In fact, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kaahani opened on a much better than expected note. In this box office report, we look at the opening day collections of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani while comparing the same to Alia Bhatt’s previous releases. Collecting Rs. 11.10 cr the film has emerged as Alia’s eighth highest opening day grosser. Though the film does not outperform her previous releases like Brahmastra - Part 1 which collected Rs. 36 cr, Kalank which collected Rs. 21.60 cr, RRR which collected Rs. 20.07 cr, Gully Boy which collected Rs. 19.40 cr, Shaandaar which collected Rs. 13.10 cr, 2 States which collected Rs. 12.42 cr, and Badrinathi Ki Dulhania which had collected Rs. 12.25 cr it does manage to surpass her other releases like Gangub...

It was yet another good day for Hollywood releases in India as over Rs. 5 crores came in between Oppenheimer and Barbie. Released last week, the films had already done almost Rs. 100 crores business between them in the first week with Oppenheimer contributing majorly with Rs. 72 crores and Barbie bringing in Rs. 26 crores. Now the good run is continuing for these two Hollywood biggies in the second week as well. As has been the trend in India so far, it’s Oppenheimer which has taken the lead with Rs. 4 crores* more coming on the second Friday. This is not much of a fall when compared to Thursday collections of Rs. 5 crores and from this point in there would be a big jump today and then stability coming in tomorrow. In fact, it won’t be surprising if collections shoot up by almost 50% today, as is the trend with hit Hollywood movies. The Christopher Nolan period drama has already collected Rs. 76 crores* and is progressing well towards the Rs. 100 crores mark. On the other hand, Barbi...

The much talked about and keenly anticipated Ranveer Singh – Ali Bhatt starrer Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani finally hit screens yesterday. The film which marks Karan Johar’s return to direction after a long time, has been in the news since its announcement. In fact, nearing its release the film has been surrounded by immense hype and anticipation. But did this translate to box office numbers is the question. In this box office report, we look at the box office collections of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani on its opening day while comparing the same to Ranveer Singh’s previous releases. Interestingly, with positive reviews and good audience word of mouth Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani has opened on a good note collecting Rs. 11.10 cr. With this, the film has emerged as Ranveer Singh’s eight highest opening day grosser. In fact, the film has performed better than the actor’s previous releases like Dil Dhadakne Do that collected Rs. 10.53 cr and Befikre which collected Rs. 10.36 cr. ...

French Luxury hair care brand, Kérastase is delighted to reveal Sonam Kapoor as their brand spokesperson in India! The Bollywood star known for her impeccable fashion choices, is looking radiant in her new hair campaign with the brand! “For me, self-care is something I’ve always believed in! When you’re travelling, working, and trying to play multiple roles at the same time it’s so important to make sure that you invest in the right kind of care. Kérastase is a brand I deeply resonate with. It not only stands for innovative luxurious hair products but also for the message they deliver to women: dare to be who you want, because you have the potential! I’m so excited for our collaboration!” says Sonam Kapoor. Kérastase has been in India since 2005 and is now well known for its innovative and luxurious hair care offering that it brings to consumers through salons across 41 cities in India and through its own DTC platform www.kerastase.in. Today it is the leading luxury hair care brand i...

Bawaal, starring Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor, released on Prime Video on July 21. Helmed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film has opened to mixed reviews. While many applauded the performances of the actors, the film was also criticized for the analogies related to Auschwitz, Hitler and World War II references. Some even called the makers insensitive for using a highly sensitive topic as analogies in a romance drama. Ambassador of Israel to India Naor Gilon on Friday spoke about the Auschwitz–Holocaust reference in Bawaal. He said that he has not watched the film, but the trivialization of the Holocaust should disturb all. “I did not and will not watch the film Bawaal but from what I’ve read, there was a poor choice of terminology and symbolism. Trivialisation of the Holocaust should disturb all. I urge those who don’t know enough about the horrors of the #Holocaust to educate themselves about it,” the ambassador wrote. I did not and will not watch the film Bawaal but from what I’ve read, t...

The Karan Johar directed Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has opened below the trade expectations as estimates indicate an opening day in the range of Rs. 10.50 to 11.25 crores. The film has done some business in multiplexes, however, the mass belts did not fire, as over 65% of the total collections have come in from PVR, Inox, and Cinepolis. Given the budget, this start would have been considered dismal but the positive for Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is the fact that the reviews are extremely positive. If this positive talk translates into the audience as well, then Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani will see big gains over the weekend and make up for the loss of revenue on the opening day. The sub-par opening is a result of not-so-good music and heavy rains in certain parts of the country, but the biggest plus rests in the power of content, and that will benefit the film in the long run. Post Pandemic, the success of films all depends on the trend in the long run, and with positiv...

Actor Anshuman Jha is making his directorial debut with Lord Curzon Ki Haveli. The film has been chosen for its world premiere at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) as the Centrepiece Spotlight Film (Official Selection - out of competition). It stars Arjun Mathur, Rasika Dugal, Paresh Pahuja, Zoha Rahman and Tanmay Dhaninia. The film’s tale is a revelation about the Asian diaspora in the UK and is touted to be the first mainstream Indian feature film to be shot on a single lens. The film was shot in the UK last year and it is touted as a unique new age cinema experience for worldwide audiences. Paolo Bertolin, Selection Committee, Venice International Film Festival, described the film saying, “Lord Curzon Ki Haveli is a cinematic work that muses over identity & gender in a very contemporary way, within the framework of an entertaining mystery.” Sharing his reaction at the film’s selection at IIFM, Jha said in a statement, “I am thrilled to present Lord Curzon Ki Haveli ...

The controversy surrounding Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has taken a new turn as actress Jennifer Mistry, who portrayed the character of Mrs Roshan Sodhi in the popular sitcom, has come forward with fresh allegations against producer Asit Kumarr Modi. In a series of serious accusations, Jennifer claims that Modi influenced a key witness in her sexual harassment case against him. In May 2023, Jennifer accused Asit Kumarr Modi of sexual harassment, and recently, the Mumbai Police registered a case against the makers of the long-running show based on her complaint. Now, in an interview with ETimes, Jennifer has accused Modi of trying to manipulate Gurucharan Singh, who played the role of Jennifer's on-screen husband, into turning against her in court. She said, “Gurucharan knows everything and in May 2023, he called me and had assured me that he would be a witness for me in the court. He had categorically told me he would not comment in the media, but he will come to the court to...

Bhuvan Bam is all set to add another feather to his cap. As per sources, following the success of his show, Taaza Khabar, Bhuvan Bam is all set to enchant young audiences by lending his voice to the lead character in an upcoming international animated series. The highly anticipated animated series, is scheduled to stream at the end of this year on a digital platform. Bhuvan Ban has been leaving hints on social media with stories of him dubbing for the said series. There are also posts where he is seen spending time at the studio. Although not many details are revealed, we hear that the show in question is a fun filled animated drama series targeted towards young kids and teenagers. A source close to the digital celebrity said, “Bhuvan has been spending time at the recording studio for the last three weeks. He worked with his voice coach ahead of recording. He’s known for embodying different roles and characters right from the start when he started with content on YouTube. This is his ...

Netflix today dropped a teaser ahead of the trailer for the most-anticipated series of the year - Guns & Gulaabs. The trailer is set to launch with a showcase in the Capital on the 2nd of August! From the crazy minds of Raj & DK comes a gangster-comedy like no other, jahan 90s ke gaane, pyaar ke deewaane aur anokhey gangsters...sab milenge! Pulling off a casting coup, Guns & Gulaabs is a quirky, genre-blend that stars Rajkummar Rao, Dulquer Salmaan, Adarsh Gourav, T.J. Bhanu, and Gulshan Devaiah in key roles. From the first kill to the first kiss, in Gulaabganj, anything can happen, gangs run riot, a cartel heir is reluctant to pull the trigger on his new life, a mechanic is looking for love and an officer is struggling to keep his secrets. Kasam paida karne wale ki, we can't contain our excitement for Raj & DK's first Netflix series! #GunsAndGulaabs ki romanchak aur manoranjan bhari duniya mein aapka swagat hai. Trailer arrives on August 2nd! ????????#GunsAnd...

Akshay Kumar, Yami Gautam and Pankaj Tripathi's Oh My God 2 is just 15 days away from its release now. And yet we await a clear picture of the film's release scenario. As everyone is aware, Oh My God 2 is stuck at the censor board and no one has been able to dwell deep into the real reason for the reservations from CBFC. Bollywood Hungama has now got inside access to the delay in certification for OMG 2. According to a source close to CBFC, the issue with OMG 2 is the core plot itself. "While OMG 2 speaks about sex education on the face of it, there is a major conflict in the film that deals with masturbation. While it's an extremely brave subject and tackled with the utmost sensitivity, the CBFC feels that the religious angle could hurt the sentiments of the Indian audience. They are hence being super cautious to grant a certificate," a source told Bollywood Hungama. The CBFC doesn't want OMG 2 to be another film after Adipurush to hurt religious sentiments....

The 14th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) is thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated film Kennedy starring Rahul Bhatt and Sunny Leone, directed by filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, has been selected as the prestigious closing night film. The festival, celebrating the best of Indian cinema, will conclude with the screening of this neo-noir thriller on August 20, 2023 in Melbourne. Kennedy had its grand world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year, and it also received a lot of critical acclaim and attention for its gripping storyline and for the performances of Sunny Leone and Rahul Bhatt. The closing night ceremony promises to be a star-studded affair, as it will be graced by the director himself, Anurag Kashyap, who is known for his bold and unique storytelling. Alongside him, the lead cast of Kennedy, Sunny Leone and Rahul Bhatt will also be present to share their experiences and insights into their roles in the film. But that's not all; A day ahead of ...

In the ever-expanding world of celebrity beauty brands, a new entrant has emerged. Bollywood star and birthday girl Kriti Sanon is the latest celebrity to jump on the bandwagon, as she recently launched her own skincare line named “Hyphen.” The expectations are naturally high when it comes to celebrity brands, and Kriti Sanon's venture into the beauty industry has created a buzz. Today, Kriti took to her Instagram and shared a post announcing her brand. Talking about it, Kriti said in the video, “Why do we put people in a box? And say, this is who you are? Why can't we be everything we want to be in life? I refuse to be a full stop or be limited by a bracket. I'd rather be a hyphen. Hyphen has hope! Hope that there's going to be something more after it. Hyphen is a hope of possibilities, opportunities of adding more chapters to my life. I'm an engineer, a model, an actor, an entrepreneur, a producer, a separately poet, a fitness enthusiast, a skin nerd and a lot mo...

Applause Entertainment announces collaboration with Andolan Films, spearheaded by Vikramaditya Motwane, to embark on an exciting journey of revolutionary storytelling. This collaboration marks a significant milestone as two powerhouses in the entertainment industry come together to announce two ambitious projects, breathing new life into the art of storytelling. The first, titled "Indi(r)a’s Emergency, is a captivating three-part docu-series that will immerse audiences into one of the starkest chapters in India's post-independence history—The Emergency. With the compelling narration of Swanand Kirkire, this contemporary historical exploration employs a combination of archival footage and animation, bringing to life events that shook a nation. The second series is an adaptation of the book "Black Warrant – Confessions of a Tihar Jailer" authored by Sunil Gupta and Sunetra Choudhury. Offering a glimpse into the mystery and enigma surrounding Tihar, India's larges...

Actors Sunny Leone and Ameesha Patel are making headlines for non-payment of dues of Rs. 21 lakh and Rs. 1.2 crore respectively with producers. Both the actresses were summoned before the Arbitration Tribunal of the Indian Motion Picture Producers’ Association (IMPPA) on July 25 in response to the complaints by the producers about their pending dues. However, the actresses failed to appear before them and now IMPPA plans to take strict action. Reports stated that producers Haresh Patel of M/s AD Films and Vinod Bachchan of M/s Soundarya Productions had filed complaints against Sunny Leone and Ameesha Patel respectively. As per ETimes, IMPPA has “directed them to pay the entire claim payable to the aforementioned producers within 7 days of the meeting failing which there will be consequences.’ Meanwhile, on the work front, Ameesha Patel will be next seen in Gadar 2 alongside Sunny Deol wherein she reprises the role of Sakeena. The trailer was launched on Wednesday. It will release on ...

The makers of Yami Gautam-Pratik Gandhi starrer Dhoom Dhaam were in a happy dilemma for a long time whether to release the film in theatres or on OTT and after a lot of discussions, the film has been sold to an OTT platform JioCinema for a direct-to-digital release. As per the industry source, “The producers of the film (Aditya Dhar, Lokesh Dhar, Jyoti Deshpande) have been extremely confident about the film and have been aware that they have a winner at hand thanks to the multiple focus group/trial screenings that have been held by them. The unanimous feedback from all these screenings, which had people from different walks of life has been phenomenal. It is after a very long time that, such a good, fun film, family-entertainer, new age caper comedy will be released for the audiences. It will definitely be a breath of fresh air in a time when there is so much dark, gritty content available online. As per the source, the film has been sold at the highest price compared to the previous...

JioCinema presents One Friday Night, a thriller that promises an evening of romance, betrayal, and suspense! Starring the trio of Raveena Tandon, Milind Soman, and Vidhi Chitalia, this drama explores the complexities of relationships, secrets, and the unexpected turns life can take. Presented by Jio Studios, produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Manish Trehan, the film is directed by Manish Gupta. Slated for a digital premiere on 28th July, One Friday Night will continue to stream for free on JioCinema. One Friday Night, centres around Ram, an affluent man who finds himself entangled in an affair with Niru, a woman half his age. Their secret rendezvous in a clandestine love nest takes an unforeseen turn when a life-altering accident leaves Ram severely injured, and in dire need of medical attention. With no other options available, Niru is forced to make a fateful decision - to reach out to Ram's unsuspecting wife, Lata. What happens thereafter is total rollercoaster. Actor Milind Soma...

Bollywood Hungama has been at the forefront to report about the developments with regards to the censor process of OMG Oh My God 2. On July 13, we were one of the first ones to report that the Examining Committee (EC) of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) referred the Akshay Kumar-starrer to the Revising Committee (RC) due to its content. We also reported how the team of the film is trying its best to get the film and trailer cleared this week or by Monday, July 31 latest so that it can make it in cinemas on August 11. Bollywood Hungama has now heard that the Revising Committee has suggested several modifications in the films, which the makers are not comfortable with. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “In all, the RC has asked for 20 cuts. These include both visual and audio deletions. On top of it, they have also suggested the makers opt for an adults-only certification.” The source continued, “However, the makers are not comfortable with these cuts as...

There has been a lot of talk lately on a sequel to A S Rajamouli’s international blockbuster RRR, which has broken nearly every box office record of Indian cinema. So the talk of a sequel seemed more like wishful thinking than reality. However when I asked the RRR writer Vijayendra Prasad to throw light on the ostensible sequel to RRR, he replied, “Sir, it’s both a yes and a no...After the release of RRR I shared an idea of the sequel where the story continues with Sitarama Raju (Ram Charan) and Komaram Bheem (NTR Jr) set in Africa.” Vijayendra Prasad, who is a regular writer on his son Rajamouli’s projects, says the idea of the sequel appealed to Rajamouli. “My son liked it and asked me to develop it into a full script.” Vijayendraji says the sequel is likely to happen after Rajamouli completes his film with Mahesh Babu. “Right now he is fully into the movie with Mahesh Babu...and knowing my son’s temperament he will not pay any attention to the sequel-idea till t...

A Mumbai court on Tuesday dismissed the extortion charge against lyricist Javed Akhtar which was filed by Kangana Ranaut. The case revolves around her public dispute with Hrithik Roshan. According to her plea, she alleged that Akhtar had called her and her sister Rangoli Chandel to his house in March 2016, and demanded an apology from her to Hrithik Roshan. "Asking a person to give a written apology will not come under the definition of valuable security....because no legal right is created, extended, transferred, restricted, extinguished or released," a Magistrate court said in Mumbai, as reported by India Today. "However, the accused, with a malafide intention and ulterior motive, called her and her sister Rangoli Chandel at his house in Juhu in the month of March 2016 and criminally intimidated and threatened the complainant (Kangana Ranaut) as well as forced her to tender a written apology to the co-star thereby forcefully seeking to create a document (valuable sec...

Bollywood Hungama had earlier reported that the young star, Vicky Kaushal, riding high on the success of Zara Hatke Zara Bachke is joining the Rohit Shetty cop universe. The actor had come on board to play a cop in the role of Ajay Devgn aka. Bajirao Singham's younger brother in the film. However, in the latest development, Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learnt that Vicky Kaushal has taken a back seat from Singham Again. "Vicky Kaushal was very keen to do a front-footed mass film for Rohit Shetty and had even decided on his look for Singham Again. However, the dates of shooting for Singham Again are clashing with the shooting dates of Chhava. He has a certain look from the period era in Chavva and that can't be replicated in a modern film like Singham Again. After making all attempts to set things up for Singham Again, he couldn't and informed his decision to Rohit Shetty. Being a thorough professional, Rohit too understood his plight," revealed a source close...

It was an overall good day at the box office yet again, what with Oppenheimer and Barbie coming together and bringing in almost Rs. 10 crores. Had these been the first day collections for the Hollywood biggies then even that would have been a reason to celebrate as at least footfalls were coming in to help exhibitors and distributors survive. However, considering the fact that right through the weekend an average of over 20 crores per day was maintained meant that even with a 50% fall, the absolute numbers still look good. Oppenheimer has been continuing to do well and on Monday as Rs. 7 crores* more came in. The film was, in fact, powered a lot by the advance booking as well, especially at the premium IMAX properties, where number of shows are in fact sold out not just for the weekdays but even right till the second weekend too. That said, there is still a major chunk of moolah coming from other major screens. Yes, given the advance booking, a number in the range of Rs. 8-9 crores wo...

Bollywood actors Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt have been busy promoting their upcoming movie Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. Billed as a new era of love, the film is helmed by Karan Johar. The fourth song 'Dhindhora Baje Re' was launched in Kolkata as the song features sindoor khela during Durga Puja. The two were accompanied by Tota Roy Chowdhury and Churni Ganguly. However, CBFC had asked for several cuts in the movie. From scenes containing abusive words to references to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, including the dialogue ‘Khela Hobe’ (Game on) which was the slogan for TMC during the 2021 Assembly elections, were asked to be removed. While interacting with the media, Alia addressed the CBFC cuts. When asked about the cuts in the movie, Alia Bhatt said that they followed the protocol but also said that even after those cuts, the final film flows seamlessly. She said, “There have been some minor cuts that have been asked by the board and we respect that complet...

Ronnie Screwvala's RSVP is set to captivate audiences with their latest venture, Punjab' 95, a biopic based on the life of eminent human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra. Starring the immensely talented Diljit Dosanjh, Punjab '95 is the only film this year to get a gala premiere from India, at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). In an era where real stories have struck a chord with audiences, Punjab '95 promises to be another thought-provoking masterpiece from the house of RSVP. With Diljit Dosanjh, Arjun Rampal, and Surinder Vicky leading the cast, the film is expected to be a gripping portrayal of Jaswant Singh Khalra's life and his remarkable journey as a human rights activist. World Premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival! Presenting the first look of Punjab ‘95, a compelling story based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra Ji ????????@honeytrehan @rampalarjun @Suvinder_Vicky #GeetikaVidyaOhlyan @kuk...

The Weekend Ka Vaar yet again brought in a lot of drama in the ongoing web reality show Bigg Boss OTT 2. With Salman Khan as the host, audiences were eager to see a new name getting evicted this week but were in for a disappointment when the housemates kicked out Falaq Naaz. Interestingly, she got kicked because of lack of votes from housemates and not because of lack of votes from the public. Amid brewing relationship between Naaz and co-contestant Avinash Sachdev and Falaq also creating some bonds, fights within the house, the actress was expected to have a longer stint on the show. During the Weekend Ka Vaar episode, Falaq Naaz was among the lowest three contestants along with Avinash Sachdev and Jad Hadid. Later, host Salman Khan asked the housemates’ opinion regarding the least interested or disinterested person on the show among the three nominated contestants. Maximum votes were directed towards Falaq Naaz with Abhishek Malhan, Manisha Rani, Pooja Bhatt, wildcard entry Elvish Y...

Zoya, the exquisite diamond boutique from the House of Tata, today announced Sonam Kapoor Ahuja as their brand ambassador. Redefining the way fine jewellery is experienced in India, the luxury atelier celebrates fifteen years of crafting meaningful pieces of wearable art, created exclusively with the discerning, aesthetically astute woman as its muse. Every rare Zoya creation sparkles in celebration of a woman connecting to her most authentic self. "Zoya and I share a fierce pride in India’s rich tradition of jewellery craftsmanship and a passion to showcase its brilliance to the world,” says Sonam Kapoor. From statement-making red carpet looks to trendsetting street fashion, the actor has always led India’s style game with standout looks and sartorial choices. The appointment solidifies the star’s friendship with the label, and underscores a synergistic approach to style. “Over the last 15 years, Zoya’s name has become synonymous with rare jewels that have exceptional crafting ...

Fashion designer Manish Malhotra is turning to direction. Ready to launch his production house Stage 5 with three movies, one of the projects will be a biopic on veteran legend, late Meena Kumari. The ace designer recently confirmed that he is indeed working on the biopic and that the scripting is currently underway. In an interview with Film Companion, Manish Malhotra said, “I don’t know how it got out but it is happening. We are still working on the script. The script is key, always. I have been reading her books. The film is based on her books. I have always been fascinated by Meena Kumari.” He revealed that Rekha inspired him to go ahead with the Meena Kumari project. He added, “Rekha told me once that you know when you turn 40, you will understand the genius of Meena Kumari. And that is true. But I was young and I was busy working but when I turned 40 I not only understood the genius of Meena Kumari but even Nargis ji and Dilip Kumar and Guru Dutt. I started watching that cinema...

For perhaps the first time ever in the recent history, two Hollywood movies clashed with each other and ended up scoring over Rs. 65 crores in their opening weekend. Yes, there have been huge tentpole films that have done such kind of business on their own in India as well. However, for two such movies to come and that too when they are non-event affairs, and then ending up having one of the best weekends that Indian box office has seen in entire 2023, is nothing short of remarkable. Oppenheimer led from the front and almost ended up hitting a half century, what with Rs. 49.50 crores* in its kitty already. It could well have hit a Rs. 50 as well but then the film has seen a relatively controlled release with focus on quality of screens that have the best audio-visual experience, instead of quantity when the whole cinematic quotient would have been diluted. On Sunday too there was excellent response for the film and that’s what resulted in Rs. 18 crores* more been collected; a huge num...

The much-awaited Christopher Nolan directorial, Oppenheimer has set the box office on fire in India. According to estimates, the epic biopic has collected Rs. 18.50 crores on Sunday taking the 3-day total collection close to Rs. 50 crores. The weekend business would have been even more if India had more IMAX, as the big screen format faced capacity issues over the weekend. There will be a big spillover of the weekend to the weekdays and the movie is headed for a big run at the India Box Office and might also enter the Rs. 100 crore club in India. The film is doing exceptional business in the multiplexes and with no competition in the coming weeks for this section of the audience, it is expected to show very good hold at the box office in the long run. The romantic comedy, Barbie, has also scored big numbers on the opening weekend, more so due to the limited release size in India. As per estimates, the film has collected in the range of Rs. 18.50 crores in its opening weekend and will...

Karan Johar is all set to return as a director after almost seven years with Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. His last directorial venture Ae Dil Hai Mushkil had released in 2016. His latest film stars Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in lead roles and the two have been religiously promoting the film in different parts of India these days in various events. As the film readies itself for release, more details about the movie have emerged. Veteran trade analyst Taran Adarsh has revealed on Twitter that the runtime for Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is 168 minutes and 33 seconds, which comes down to 2 hours, 48 minutes and 33 seconds. He also mentioned that the movie has been granted U/A certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Bollywood Hungama was the first one to recently disclose the censor details of the movie. The CBFC asked the makers to remove the abuse ‘b******d,’ which is used several times in the film, with ‘behen di’. The rum brand ‘Old Monk’ is changed t...

The much talked about Ranveer Singh – Alia Bhatt starrer Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani is all set to release next week on Friday. Marking the directorial return of Karan Johar, the film promises to be a fun-filled family entertainer has been making headlines. In fact, the cast of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani is busy promoting the venture across the country with city visits and on-ground events. In this special report, we look at the economics of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani, to better understand how profitable the film is for its makers. Made on a budget of Rs. 160 cr. with a further Rs. 18 cr. on print & publicity the total Cost of Production (CoP) of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani contrary to the ridiculous speculations in media, is pegged at Rs. 178 cr. Though the film is slated to hit screens next week on Friday, the makers have already recovered nearly 90% of their initial investment! With Rs. 80 cr. coming in from the sale of the digital rights to Amazon Prime Video, a ...

Kajol’s web series debut The Trial: Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha is garnering a positive response from the audience. Streaming on Disney + Hotstar, the show trails the journey of Noyonika played by the stunning Kajol, as she embarks on a journey that truly makes her stand the test of time after her husband’s betrayal. Kajol’s portrayal of a vulnerable woman who takes the rein of her life in her own hand has been unanimously appreciated by audiences. The show’s esteemed star cast Sheeba Chaddha, Jisshu Sengupta, Alyy Khan, Kubbra Sait and Gaurav Pandey have raised the bar with their impactful performances in this gripping journey of Noyonika’s life. Directed by Suparn S Varma, the show has reached a remarkable number of views and has been receiving good word of mouth. Elated with the response Kajol has garnered for the series, she shared, “Noyonika’s character is very close to my heart. She is a strong and practical woman who is always ready to tackle every situation in her life. Hearing t...