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There was hardly any movement for Mastiii 4 as the film couldn’t touch Rs. 3 crores mark even on Saturday. After taking a poor opening of Rs. 2.25 crores on Friday, the only hope that the film had was to somehow reach, at least, Rs. 3 crores on Saturday and then Rs. 4 crores on Sunday. That would have given it a chance to be more than one week show. However, with the film failing to grown much on Saturday, the writing is clear on the wall. The adult comedy managed to bring in a mere Rs. 2.35 crores on Saturday and that pretty much deals the deal for it. The trending indicates that Rs. 2.50 crores would be the best case scenario on Sunday, which means the weekend will stay under the Rs. 7 crores mark. Last instalment of the franchise, Great Grand Masti, was a disaster and had relatively better trajectory with weekend collections reading Rs. 8.20 crores. Now, Mastiii 4 will find itself lower than that. So far, this Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi and Aftab Shivdasani starrer has collect...

Spirit, starring Prabhas and directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, officially went on floors today, November 23. The team conducted a muhurat ceremony to mark the beginning of the shoot, attended by Triptii Dimri, producer Bhushan Kumar, Pranay Reddy Vanga, Shiv Chanana and megastar Chiranjeevi, who joined as the chief guest. Although Prabhas was present for the puja, he was not seen in the photos shared by the production team. The film marks Vanga’s first collaboration with Prabhas, and anticipation has been steadily building since October, when the director released a special birthday surprise for the actor. On October 24, Vanga unveiled what he described as a “Sound Story,” an audio-led teaser that sets the tone for Spirit. The teaser opens with a prison backdrop, introducing a tense exchange between a jailer and his team as they prepare to handle a former police officer-turned-prisoner. The most discussed moment arrives when Prabhas’s voice is heard saying, “Sir, since childhood I hav...

Bollywood actor Shraddha Kapoor's brother, Siddhanth Kapoor, has been summoned by the Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) of the Mumbai Police in connection with the Rs 252 crores MD drugs case. Siddhanth is scheduled to record his statement at the Ghatkopar ANC unit on November 25. Alongside Siddhanth, social media influencer Orhan Awatramani, popularly known as Orry, has also been summoned to appear at the ANC Ghatkopar unit on November 26 for recording his statement related to the case. This development signifies the ongoing investigation into a major drug racket. Siddhanth Kapoor’s legal troubles in connection with drug consumption are not new. In 2022, he was arrested but later released on station bail after medical tests confirmed drug use. Bengaluru Police had detained him earlier for allegedly consuming drugs at a party in the city. Meanwhile, Orry was among several individuals named in an FIR filed on March 15, 2025, by Katra police for consuming alcohol at a hotel in Katra, Jamm...

Kartik Aaryan’s career is moving in unexpected and very exciting ways. And the best is yet to come. He now plays an ichhaadhaari naag—a snake that can assume any form, including human – in Naagzilla: Naag Lok Ka Pehla Kaand. These days Kartik, who turns 35 on November 22, spends a lot of time watching Reena Roy in Rajkumar Kohli’s Nagin where she played an ichhaadhari nagin, the female counterpart of what Kartik plays. A meeting with the veteran actress Reena Roy is also being planned. Karan Johar, the master planner that he is, intends to extend Kartik Aaryan’s Naagzilla avatar into a full-fledged franchise. “As soon as the first Naagzilla film is launched, the pre-production for the next film in the series will start. Kartik will be the only constant in the series. The rest of the cast and crew will change in every instalment,” a source close to the development informed. Karan Johar and Karti...

Karisma Kapoor has made headlines once again, this time for a major personal move amid an ongoing legal dispute over her late ex-husband Sunjay Kapur's colossal estate. The actress, whose children Samaira Kapur and Kiaan Raj Kapur are currently embroiled in a legal battle with Sunjay Kapur’s widow, Priya Sachdev Kapur, has reportedly renewed the lease on her luxury Bandra West apartment. According to documents reviewed by Square Yards, Karisma has signed a new one-year agreement for her swanky residence in the Grand Bay Condominium on Hill Road, Bandra West, with the total lease value pegged at Rs 66.12 lakhs. This premium apartment spans a generous 2,200 sq ft and includes three dedicated car parking spaces, further underlining its exclusive appeal. The renewed lease was registered on November 14, 2025, and required a stamp duty payment of Rs 17,100 along with registration charges of Rs 1,000. A security deposit of Rs 20 lakhs has been included in the agreement, while the monthly...

The Delhi High Court has dismissed a petition challenging the release of the upcoming war drama 120 Bahadur, thereby allowing the film to hit theatres on November 21 as scheduled. The petition, filed by the Sanyukt Ahir Regiment Morcha charity trust, along with the families of soldiers who died in the 1962 Battle of Rezang La, argued that the film “distorts historical facts” and sought to change its name, claiming it erases the collective identity and sacrifice of the Ahir community. A bench comprising Justices Prathiba M. Singh and Shail Jain refused to delay the release, observing that “it is too late to change the film’s title and release date, or to implement last-minute changes.”  The court also noted that the filmmakers have honoured the 120 soldiers by including their names in the end credits as a “special tribute.” The bench clarified, “However, since there is some ambiguity as to whether names of all the 120 soldiers have been mentioned or not, it is directed that the f...

The sex comedy Mastiii 4 hit cinemas today and has already grabbed eyeballs thanks to its popular franchise and naughty trailer. Even before its release, there was apprehension that the Central Board of Film Certification would insist on multiple cuts. Bollywood Hungama had exclusively revealed two days ago that the board had asked for six dialogues to be altered. We can now share the detailed breakdown of some of these changes. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “One of the lines from the trailer that drew both laughs and criticism was the exchange between Aftab Shivdasani and an elderly patient. The old man tells Aftab, ‘Mujhe jawan ladki ke saath sex karna hai’. When a worried Aftab warns, ‘Lekin aisa karne se maut ho jaayegi’, the patient quips, ‘Marti hai toh mar jaaye saali’. In the theatrical version, this entire bit has been toned down. In the film, the patient now says, ‘Mujhe jawan ladki ke saath masti karni hai’. Aftab still cautions, ‘Lekin aisa karne se maut ho jaayegi’, to...

The sex comedy Mastiii 4 hit cinemas today and has already grabbed eyeballs thanks to its popular franchise and naughty trailer. Even before its release, there was apprehension that the Central Board of Film Certification would insist on multiple cuts. Bollywood Hungama had exclusively revealed two days ago that the board had asked for six dialogues to be altered. We can now share the detailed breakdown of some of these changes. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “One of the lines from the trailer that drew both laughs and criticism was the exchange between Aftab Shivdasani and an elderly patient. The old man tells Aftab, ‘Mujhe jawan ladki ke saath sex karna hai’. When a worried Aftab warns, ‘Lekin aisa karne se maut ho jaayegi’, the patient quips, ‘Marti hai toh mar jaaye saali’. In the theatrical version, this entire bit has been toned down. In the film, the patient now says, ‘Mujhe jawan ladki ke saath masti karni hai’. Aftab still cautions, ‘Lekin aisa karne se maut ho jaayegi’, to...

Kajol and Twinkle Khanna’s chat show Two Much With Kajol and Twinkle was launched as a refreshing, candid space where two outspoken personalities would bring out the unfiltered side of celebrity guests. But instead of earning applause for its frank conversations, the show has found itself at the centre of criticism as several comments made by the hosts and celebrities are now circulating widely on social media—sparking intense backlash. A popular page, The Indian Idiot, shared a compilation of controversial statements from the show, triggering a wave of disapproval from users. Some of the clips show Twinkle Khanna making remarks that many viewers found insensitive or dismissive. Among the quotes drawing attention was her take on modern dating, where she said, “Today's kids change their partners faster than they change their outfits" — "And I think it's a good thing.” In another exchange with Ananya Panday, she quipped, “What emotions! They are traumatised by everythi...

The health of veteran actor Dharmendra has been at the centre of intense public attention ever since he was admitted to Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital earlier this month following age-related complications. While early reports speculated that his condition had worsened, a reassuring update has now emerged from an insider source, who told NDTV, “He is fine, better than earlier.” The positive update comes as a major relief to fans who have been anxiously tracking the actor’s recovery. Dharmendra’s hospitalisation triggered a wave of concern across the film fraternity, with several prominent personalities visiting him over the course of his stay. However, mixed information soon began circulating. Some portals alarmingly claimed the actor was in critical condition, giving rise to panic among fans. Matters escalated further when hoax reports falsely declared the actor had passed away, a move that drew strong criticism from the Deol family, who condemned the irresponsible and insensitive re...

If the advance booking so far is any indication, then Bollywood can well brace up for a dull Friday ahead. The plans did open yesterday but the ticket sales are rather muted, what with both 120 Bahadur as well as Mastiii 4 waiting for their audiences. Hardly any tickets have been sold so far and though there is a day remaining for the momentum to pick up, it doesn’t look like the number would top the 10,000 mark before the first show commences. Both the films are absolutely contrasting to each other and cater to distinct demographics and audience base. 120 Bahadur is a war drama and has a patriotic flavour to it. The Farhan Akhtar led film has been promoted for last few months already and in the last couple of weeks the momentum has further picked up. It’s catering entirely to multiplex audiences. On the other hand, Mastiii 4 is the kind of film that works well with the single screen audiences but then we hardly have any such screens left today. Masti and Grand Masti had done quite we...

The legal battle over late businessman Sunjay Kapur’s estate—valued in thousands of crores—has intensified, with Karisma Kapoor’s children, Samaira and Kiaan, now questioning why their stepmother Priya Sachdev Kapur is opposing a forensic examination of their father’s alleged will. Siblings Seek Forensic Scrutiny of Will Earlier, Samaira and Kiaan moved the Delhi High Court asking for permission to inspect the original copy of Sunjay Kapur’s will. The document was submitted in a sealed cover by its named executor, Shradha Suri Marwah. The siblings have argued that the will is “forged and fabricated,” and claim it contains several inconsistencies that cannot be verified through the certified copy they were given. They also say the signature must be examined closely—which is why they sought a forensic inspection. Priya Sachdev Objects to Forensic Review The matter took a sharper turn when Priya Sachdev opposed the request for forensic analysis. This surprised many, because such scrutin...

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan has added yet another prime asset to his real estate portfolio, this time in Mumbai’s thriving commercial district of Andheri East. According to property registration documents, the actor has purchased two office units in the Kanakia Wallstreet building for a total consideration of Rs. 30.75 crore. The combined area of the newly acquired offices measures 5,681 sq ft and includes six dedicated parking spaces. The seller of the property is Apiore Pharmaceutical, a US-based pharma company, as reflected in the registration filings. The deal was arranged by Volney, a real estate advisory and investor network firm. The transaction was officially registered on November 18, 2025, with a stamp duty of Rs. 1.84 crore and a registration fee of Rs. 60,000. Industry experts note that Andheri East has rapidly emerged as one of Mumbai’s busiest commercial corridors, attracting corporates, global enterprises, and creative firms due to its improved connectivity and infra...

Aryan Khan’s debut directorial series, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, has been caught in a legal storm ever since viewers pointed out that one of the characters appears similar to former NCB officer Sameer Wankhede. The resemblance sparked online debate, eventually leading Wankhede to file a defamation suit against Shah Rukh Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment and Netflix. Now, the case has reached a crucial stage, with the Delhi High Court questioning the portrayal and the intent behind the disputed scene. What Triggered the Dispute? Soon after the show premiered, social media users began highlighting that a character in the series looked “too close for comfort” to Wankhede, the officer who led the high-profile 2021 drug case that involved Aryan Khan. Wankhede argued that the scene not only mocked him but also painted him in a biased and negative light. His petition states that the portrayal has led to public shaming, online trolling, and even threats to his family. Red Chillies’ Stand: ...

Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis presided over the signing of an MoU between the School Education & Sports Department of Maharashtra and the Maharashtra Institution for Transformation (MITRA), aimed at advancing the state’s Maha-Deva football initiative. Actor Tiger Shroff attended the event to show his support for the programme, which focuses on strengthening grassroots football across the state. The Maha-Deva initiative focused on upgrading sports infrastructure, improving training systems, and identifying young football talent in schools throughout Maharashtra. Tiger Shroff’s involvement added youth appeal and athletic credibility to the government-driven effort, which emphasised discipline, participation, and structured skill development. Tiger’s presence at the MoU signing aligned with his ongoing work in fitness and youth-focused campaigns, reinforcing the programme’s aim to build broader access to sports and a stronger football culture among students. Through this ...

India’s exhibition landscape is witnessing a groundbreaking moment as Excel Entertainment and Trigger Happy Studios’ upcoming war epic 120 Bahadur becomes the first film in the country to release across defence theatres nationwide. This landmark initiative, enabled through PictureTime’s mobile cinema network, ensures that a film honouring unparalleled courage will directly reach the brave hearts it pays tribute to. The Farhan Akhtar-starrer is set to screen exclusively for the defence community in more than 800 cinema halls across India when it opens globally on November 21. The rollout, executed by PictureTime in collaboration with GenSync Brat Media, marks a major leap in accessibility, bringing high-quality cinematic experiences to soldiers and their families posted in remote and previously underserved regions. Explaining the scale and impact of the initiative, Sushil Chaudhary, Founder-CEO of PictureTime, highlighted the long-standing gap in entertainment access for armed forces ...

Colors’ Dhamaal With Pati Patni Aur Panga signed off its debut season with Rubina Dilaik and Abhinav Shukla emerging as the Sarvagun Sampann Jodi. The reality series, positioned as a light-hearted look into the dynamics of marriage, quickly became one of the channel’s standout non-fiction successes of the year, offering a mix of humour, emotional moments, and candid exchanges between celebrity couples. Hosted by Sonali Bendre and Munawar Faruqui, the show brought together seven celebrity jodis who participated in challenges designed to reflect the everyday quirks, conflicts, and warmth that shape married life. Over several weeks, audiences saw the couples navigate unexpected tasks, revisit personal milestones, and address the relatable push-and-pull that accompanies long-term partnerships. The season culminated in a grand finale styled like a big fat Indian wedding, where the couples dressed as dulha and dulhan to symbolically renew their vows in a celebratory setting. For fans of Ru...

S S Rajamouli, M M Keeravani, Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, Prithviraj Sukumaran and others attended the grand Globetrotter event in Hyderabad. At this event, Rajamouli announced that his film Varanasi will be the first film of Indian cinema to be filmed in IMAX. S S Rajamouli came on stage and explained that certain films, which are released in IMAX screens, are “blown up”. He said, “That is not true IMAX.” He also said that his films like Baahubali and RRR (2022) were in the 1:1.9 format. The 100 feet x 130 feet screen, the biggest ever, behind the blockbuster filmmaker, explained the difference between the aforementioned two formats. Then he showed a visual that covered the whole screen. Rajamouli said, “Our film (Varanasi) will be screened full screen. It is filmed for IMAX!” He explained, “I'm so proud to say that we are introducing new technology to Telugu Cinema - Premium large-scale format. It is filmed for IMAX.” As expected, the crowd went into a frenzy. S S Rajamouli t...

De De Pyaar De 2 saw a decent opening at the box office as Rs. 9.45 crores came in. The film has taken a better start than expected as it was predicted in this column that 7-8 crores would come in and the numbers are better than that. Of course, a double-digit start would have had a better ring than this but then post the trailer launch which saw a very good response, the follow through wasn’t as aggressive. As a result, the advance booking was hardly there which ruled out the chances of an opening of over Rs. 10 crores. However, considering this scenario, it’s good that the film has come close to that number at least, courtesy improved footfalls in the evening and night shows when family audiences started stepping in. What’s required though is for the momentum to continue as the opening day is slightly lesser than the first day collections of De De Pyaar De which had seen Rs. 10.41 crores coming in. This means that apart from a bit of catching up to do, the film also needs to have a...

Bollywood’s beloved couple Rajkummar Rao and Patralekha marked their fourth wedding anniversary this year, with the happiest milestone of their lives. The duo announced the arrival of their first child, a baby girl, and shared the heartwarming news with their followers through a simple yet emotional text post on Instagram. They wrote, “We are over the moon. God has blessed us with a baby girl. Blessed Parents – Patralekhaa and Rajkummar,” they wrote, while adding in the caption that this was “the greatest blessing God has given us on our 4th wedding anniversary”. The announcement instantly triggered an outpouring of love from the film fraternity. Vicky Kaushal, Sonam Kapoor Ahuja, Dia Mirza, Ali Fazal, Vaani Kapoor, Esha Gupta and Anil Kapoor were among the first to offer their warm wishes. Kriti Sanon and several others also joined in to congratulate the couple on this new chapter. Varun Dhawan, who recently embraced fatherhood himself, cheered them on with an enthusiastic message as...

Yesterday, Bollywood Hungama was the first one to predict that Rizwan Sajan, the founder and chairman of Danube Group, would launch a tower named after Shah Rukh Khan at an event held in Mumbai on November 14. Our news break came true. SRK himself graced the occasion for the launch of the skyscraper, called Shahrukhz By Danube, and as expected, raised laughs and touched hearts with his quotes. Rizwan Sajan revealed a thoughtful gesture of Shah Rukh, which won hearts, “Once, I was returning from Mumbai. Fortunately, Shah Rukh and Pooja Dadlani were on the same flight. We greeted each other. I was sitting right behind him on the Emirates flight. I called my wife, Sameera, and informed her about it. She's a huge fan of his. She asked me to talk to him. Unfortunately, she is not well. So, she told me, 'Please tell Shah Rukh that I love him and that he should pray for me'. I had reservations about intruding on their privacy. But she insisted.” Rizwan continued, “I asked Pooja ...

Yesterday, Bollywood Hungama was the first one to predict that Rizwan Sajan, the founder and chairman of Danube Group, will launch a tower named after Shah Rukh Khan at an event held in Mumbai on November 14. Our news break came to be true. SRK himself graced the occasion for the launch of the skyscraper, called Shahrukhz By Danube, and as expected, raised laughs and touched hearts with his quotes. Rizwan Sajan spoke highly of Shah Rukh and how he had a long chat with his wife on Zoom when he told her that she was ill. But the event went on another level when King Khan made an entry. Shah Rukh Khan warmly greeted Rizwan Sajan and gave a peck on the cheek to the host, Farah Khan. Farah joked, “I know you are all very jealous. Once more, please!” SRK smiled and kissed her cheeks again! Shah Rukh then said, “Main Eid ka chand jaisa ho gaya hoon. Bahar kam aata hoon. Lekin jab aata hoon, tab kamaal aata hoon!” As expected, there was applause and hoots. He revealed, “I asked Rizwan bhai ...

Veteran actress Kamini Kaushal, one of the earliest leading ladies of Hindi cinema, has passed away at the age of 98. Known for a career that spanned more than seven decades, she was last seen on screen in Kabir Singh, where she played Shahid Kapoor’s grandmother, followed by a brief appearance in Aamir Khan’s Laal Singh Chaddha. Kaushal emerged as a prominent heroine between 1946 and 1963, delivering performances that became milestones of early Hindi cinema. Her memorable roles include Do Bhai (1947), Shaheed (1948), Nadiya Ke Paar (1948), Ziddi (1948), Shabnam (1949), Paras (1949), Namoona (1949), Arzoo (1950), Jhanjar (1953), Aabroo (1956), Bade Sarkar (1957), Jailor (1958), Night Club (1958) and Godaan (1963). After transitioning to character roles in the mid-1960s, she continued to receive praise for her work, notably for Shaheed (1965). She appeared in several significant films through the decades, including Do Raaste (1969), Anhonee (1973), Prem Nagar (1974), and Maha Chor (19...

The past week has been an emotionally turbulent one for the Deol family, as veteran actor Dharmendra’s hospitalisation sparked widespread concern — and eventually, controversy. After the 88-year-old star was admitted to Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital, a video recorded inside his room began circulating online, triggering outrage among fans and the film fraternity. According to HT City, police have arrested the hospital staff member responsible for secretly recording and leaking the clip, acting under charges of invasion of privacy. The arrest was made on Thursday, signalling a serious response to what the family and many others deemed a deeply insensitive breach. The video, which surfaced earlier this week, appeared to show Dharmendra surrounded by his family, including first wife Prakash Kaur. Several medical devices were attached to him, and the atmosphere in the room was visibly tense. Prakash Kaur was seen in tears while Sunny Deol attempted to comfort her. The private moment soon...

In an intriguing casting move, veteran actor Raveena Tandon has been confirmed to portray Heeraben Modi the mother of Narendra Modi in the upcoming multilingual biopic titled Maa Vande. The film, which was officially announced on Modi’s birthday, September 17, is directed by Kranthi Kumar Ch and produced by Silver Cast Creations under the banner of producer Veer Reddy. Leading the project is actor Unni Mukundan, who will step into the shoes of Narendra Modi. According to those close to the film unit, Tandon was moved by the character of Heeraben. The strength, depth and the arc of the layered character resonated with Raveena. Heeraben’s story including “losing her mother early in her childhood… how she held the family together with calm and fortitude,”  was a motivating factor in the actress signing on. “Maa Vande is a film that predominantly focuses on mother-son relationship. The film majorly chronicles the sacrifices, resilience and the contributions she made to better his li...

After touring various festivals, Titli (2015) director Kanu Behl’s Agra will finally arrive in cinemas tomorrow, that is, November 14. The film is known not for its realism but also sexually explicit content. Several moviegoers and journalists watched the uncut version of the film at the 21st MAMI Mumbai Film Festival 2023 and were wondering if the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) would allow its theatrical release without any cuts. Bollywood Hungama has learned that as expected, the CBFC has asked for some modifications. Agra is a rare Hindi film to have frontal nudity and the Examining Committee of the CBFC asked the makers to replace the scene. Similarly, two sexually explicit visuals in the second half of the film were asked to be deleted. Lastly, the CBFC members asked the makers to replace obscene words. Once these changes were made, Agra was handed over an 'A' certificate on May 17, 2024. The length of the film, as mentioned on the censor certificate, is 115.0...

In July this year, Bollywood Hungama reported that Genelia Deshmukh has a cameo in Mastiii 4, as evident by the pictures and videos captured by fans and onlookers when a song of the film was filmed at Victoria Square, Birmingham, United Kingdom. Incidentally, Genelia was a part of the first film of the franchise, Masti (2004) as well. Now Bollywood Hungama has learned that one more actor from the first part will be seen in Mastiii 4 – Ajay Devgn! A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Ajay appears in Mastiii 4 in a scene. It is a hilarious sequence which would be a treat for the fans of the actor and of this franchise. He is expected to appear towards the end of the film.” The source continued, “The makers realized that there’s a great opportunity to bring Ajay Devgn back into the franchise. Accordingly, they approached the actor. Ajay has a great bond with director Milap Zaveri and Indra Kumar. Last year, he was present as the chief guest at the launch of the duo’s film, Tera Yaar Hoon M...

This Friday sees the release of De De Pyaar De 2, sequel to De De Pyaar De which had done well in multiplexes at urban centres and ended up entering the Rs. 100 Crore Club. The Ajay Devgn and Rakul Preet Singh starrer has actually survived over the years with quite some traction on social media as well, which had kept the story alive. Hence, it made sense as well for the story to be taken forward as a sequel since there is a lot that can be done with the subbed at hand, that of a middle aged man falling in love with the girl half his age. Moreover, this time around it’s the theme of ‘Meet The Parents’ added for good measure as well with Madhavan stepping in as Rakul’s father. This isn’t all as a younger male lead too is added to the romcom drama with Meezaan Jafri in the fold. Trailer of the film was good and hence it seemed like the opening would be better than the first part (Rs. 10.41 crores). Ideally, the film should have been aiming for Rs. 13-15 crores. However, romcoms have th...

At one point, several films were filmed on the streets of Mumbai, but this trend has now become rare. However, Akshay Kumar’s upcoming film, Haiwaan, stands out. The actor and co-star Saif Ali Khan shot for nearly 5 days outside Churchgate railway station and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, both of which are located in South Mumbai. An article in Mid-Day reported that Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan shot a grand action sequence near Churchgate railway station. It was a cat-and-mouse chase sequence and included 30-40 cars and 100 junior artistes. Filming in this location went on for 5 nights and was choreographed by action director Stunt Silva. The article carried a quote of Priyadarshan that said, “Both Saif and Akshay knew how the sequence had to be shot and they cooperated, though Akshay is known to sleep early.” Akshay Kumar has wrapped up his portions of Haiwaan and has now left for Dubai for the shoot of Welcome To The Jungle. Priyadarshan further revealed that besides Sou...

Since almost 10 years, Korean producer Hyunwoo Thomas Kim of Kross Pictures has quietly set up base in Mumbai and has been making some interesting, out-of-the-box Indian films like Te3n (2016), Jaane Jaan (2023), Blind (2023), Saakini Daakini (2022) etc. An article in Mid-Day, by Mayank Shekhar, documented his journey in India and a lot more. Hyunwoo Thomas Kim explained how he decided to set up an office in India. He revealed that in 2014, he regularly received emails from a company named 'Balaji' and he initially assumed that it was spam! One day, when he opened the mail, he realized that the prominent production house, Balaji Motion Pictures, has been mailing and asking for the rights of The Devotion Of Suspect X for a Hindi remake. Hyunwoo Thomas Kim wanted to know who would direct the remake. He was told that Sujoy Ghosh has been signed. Hyunwoo saw Sujoy’s Kahaani (2012) and was so impressed that he flew down to Mumbai to meet Sujoy and others. After the meeting, he gav...

Siddhant Chaturvedi has impressed audiences ever since he made his film debut with Gully Boy (2019). Recently, he proved his worth yet again with Dhadak 2 (2025). Bollywood Hungama has learned that he has now bagged a film based on the legendary director, actor, producer and writer V Shantaram. The talented performer will play the lead role in this film, which has been titled Chitrapati V Shantaram. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “This will be Siddhant’s biggest film to date and also his most ambitious one. With his past work, he has made it clear that he has oodles of talent. This motivated the makers of Chitrapati V Shantaram to sign him for the lead role. The film is in pre-production right now and Siddhant is working very hard to get into the character.” The source further said, “V Shantaram’s contribution to the Indian film industry is immense and with this film, the younger generation will learn about it. Chitrapati V Shantaram will throw light on how this man, born in abject...

Shatrughan Sinha is outraged by media reports stating that his dear friend Dharmendra is no more. “I woke up to these reports and assumed them to be true as they came from reliable portals and publications. To my shock and relief, the reports were untrue. Everyone favourite Dharamji is doing well and will soon be home. Marey unke dushman.” Shatrughan Sinha wonders who are these ‘sources’ spreading such false information. “Dharamji doesn’t have a team. So which ‘team’ confirmed his death news? This is all very distasteful.” Shatrughan Sinha and Dharmendra are very close friends. They have known each closely for forty years. “I am very fond of Dharmendra and also Hema (Malini). The three of us did one of our best film together. And that was Dulal Guha’s Dost,” said Shatruji affectionately. “We don’t get to meet as often as we’d like to. But whenever we do, it is an evening of great conversation, food and music.” Shatruji said his Dost is a ...

The Deol family was forced to intervene on Tuesday morning after a wave of false reports claiming that veteran star Dharmendra had passed away spread rapidly across social media and certain digital platforms. The rumours, which surfaced shortly after the news broke of the actor being hospitalised for age-related ailments, triggered widespread confusion among fans and prompted an outpouring of concern. Dharmendra, who was admitted for routine monitoring a few days ago, has been under medical care but remains stable and on the road to recovery, according to his family. Despite his children already keeping followers updated on his progress, misinformation continued to circulate, causing distress to both fans and the actor’s loved ones. Deeply upset by the insensitivity, Hema Malini took to social media to issue a firm statement condemning the false reports. Calling the situation “unforgivable,” the actress and parliamentarian expressed shock at how “responsible channels” could circulate...

Filmmaker Amar Kaushik, who is developing Maddock Films’ next horror comedy Shakti Shalini, has addressed ongoing rumours about the film’s casting. Speculation had been rife that Kiara Advani was initially approached for the project and was later replaced by Saiyaara star Aneet Padda. Amar Kaushik on Shakti Shalini Casting Rumours In an interview with Filmygyan, Amar Kaushik—who kickstarted the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU) with Stree—set the record straight. When asked if Aneet Padda was cast after the success of Saiyaara, Amar explained that Kiara was never officially part of the project. “Kiara is a beautiful actor. Nothing was confirmed, so I don’t know how it came out,” Amar said. “I have always wanted to work with Kiara. When you write a story, you have an idea, and as you develop it further, you realise who fits which character. When Saiyaara came out, we were still in the process of writing Shakti Shalini.” When asked if Kiara had ever been finalized for the film, A...

Actor Jitendra Kumar is all set to star in a new film alongside Pooja Bhatt. The project delves into the emotionally rich and rarely explored world of kabootar-baazi—India’s age-old pigeon-flying tradition. A Story Rooted in Culture and Emotion Jitendra Kumar, widely loved for his performances in Panchayat, Kota Factory, Jaadugar, Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan, and the recent Bhagwat: Chapter One – Raakshas, takes on another unique role in this upcoming film. He will be seen as a passionate kabootarbaaz, bringing depth and realism to a character shaped by this traditional sport and its community. National Award-winning actor Pooja Bhatt will play Jitendra’s on-screen mother. Known for her powerful and layered performances in Zakhm, Tamanna, and Daddy, Pooja returns to a more intimate storytelling space that highlights her emotional strength as a performer. The Team Behind the Film The film is produced by Khyati Madaan under her banner Not Out Entertainment and co-produced by Hitesh ...

Bigg Boss 19 delivered another one of its most dramatic turns this week with the double eviction of Abhishek Bajaj and Neelam Giri. Both contestants, who have been at the centre of multiple controversies since the beginning of the season, saw their journeys cut short after an intense round of nominations and weekend scrutiny. Neelam Giri’s stint inside the house was marked by frequent reprimands from host Salman Khan. The Bhojpuri actress was repeatedly cautioned for her conduct, including the episode where she was accused of body shaming fellow contestant Ashnoor Kaur. Her run also included a series of confrontations— from a heated fallout with Tanya Mittal, once considered her close ally, to a major clash with Farrhana Bhatt. Abhishek Bajaj’s journey wasn’t any less turbulent. During the recently aired Weekend Ka Vaar, Salman Khan called him out once again, this time in the presence of Ashnoor Kaur, pointing out how her presence often gets overshadowed by Bajaj. The actor has also ...

Rumours suggested that Pratibha Ranta might be the “frontrunner” for Kartik Aaryan’s Naagzilla. However, a source close to the film has clarified that the Laapataa Ladies actress has not been approached for the project. As per the source, “There’s no truth to the speculation. Pratibha Ranta has not been approached for Naagzilla. Currently, she's reading a lot of scripts and is busy working on her next big project.” Pratibha Ranta may be reading plenty of scripts, but sources confirm that Naagzilla isn’t one of them. Instead, she’s eagerly awaiting The Revolutionaries, her most ambitious upcoming project. The recently unveiled first look highlights turbulent moments of the Indian freedom struggle while shedding light on lesser-known stories. Pratibha will star alongside Rohit Saraf, Bhuvan Bam, Gurfateh Pirzada, and Jason Shah. Directed by Nikkhil Advani, The Revolutionaries is slated for release on Amazon Prime Video in 2026. She also has another exciting project lined up with K...

The month of November is here, which means that the much-awaited International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2025, Goa, is around the corner. The schedule for the 56th edition, which will be held in the beach state from November 20 to November 28, 2025, is now available and features some interesting films. In this article, we’ll list the exciting Hindi titles. Opening Film, Gala Premieres The dystopian drama The Blue Trail will be the opening film. It is Brazil’s Oscar submission for the 98th Academy Awards, while it won the Silver Bear Grand Jury Prize at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival. This year, some interesting forthcoming releases will be shown first at the festival and will also have gala premieres. This means that the star cast of the film is expected to be present. All these premieres will be held in the beautiful Inox Panjim.  Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders, the sequel to the much-loved 2020 Netflix film, Raat Akeli Hai, will be screened on November 21...

Bollywood Hungama was among the first ones to break the news that Sooraj Barjatya’s next family entertainer, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari, would go on floors on November 1. We have now learned what this film has got its title. It was reportedly earlier titled Prem Ki Shaadi, but now it has come to light that the film is called Yeh Prem Mol Liya. A photographer named Ravendra Singh Bhadauria uploaded a picture on Instagram on November 6 that features a DSLR camera resting next to the clapperboard of the film. The clapperboard clearly mentions the name of the film, that is, Yeh Prem Mol Liya. As per a report in Mid-Day, a week-long shoot was completed in Kandivali. Sooraj Barjatya shot a grand scale in this schedule, featuring Ayushmann Khurrana, Sharvari, other actors of the cast and 200 background dancers.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Ravendra Singh Bhadauria (@ravendrasinghbhadauria) The Mid-Day article also stated that the next schedule ...

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) is known to impose several cuts or ask for replacements and modifications in scenes or dialogues that they find inappropriate or objectionable. Even clean family entertainers have gone through such censorship. Hence, it’ll be a pleasant surprise for our readers to know that De De Pyaar De 2 has proved to be an exception. Bollywood Hungama has learned that the upcoming Ajay Devgn-R Madhavan-Rakul Preet Singh starrer has not got a single visual or audio cut. The film has been passed as it is by the Examining Committee of the CBFC. The film has received a U/A 13+ certificate and the process was completed on November 6. The length of the film, as mentioned on the censor certificate, is 147.10 minutes. In other words, De De Pyaar De 2 is 2 hours, 27 minutes and 10 seconds long. It releases in cinemas on November 14. Past experience De De Pyaar De 2 is a sequel to the Ajay Devgn-Tabu-Rakul Preet Singh starrer De De Pyaar De (2019), which suff...

Congratulations to Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal, who have officially become parents to a baby boy. The beloved Bollywood couple welcomed their first child on November 7, 2025, marking a new and joyous chapter in their lives. The news comes just months after the duo announced their pregnancy in September through an adorable polaroid photo. In the picture, Vicky was seen affectionately holding Katrina’s baby bump, and the couple had captioned it, “On our way to start the best chapter of our lives with hearts full of joy and gratitude.” The announcement was warmly received by fans, who had been eagerly awaiting this moment after years of speculation about Katrina’s pregnancy. On the morning of November 7, Vicky Kaushal took to his official social media handle to share the happy news with fans. His heartfelt post read, “Our bundle of joy has arrived. With immense love and gratitude, we welcome our baby boy. 7th November, 2025 – Katrina and Vicky.” Soon after the announcement, social m...

Harshvardhan Rane, currently enjoying box office success with his romantic drama Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, has unexpectedly become the centre of a social media debate — and this time, it’s not for his performance. A scene from the Milap Zaveri directorial has caught the attention of netizens and even medical professionals, leading to a wave of memes, criticisms and light-hearted trolling. The moment under scrutiny appears in a sequence where Rane’s character sustains a bullet injury to his arm. While the narrative intends to depict the urgency of medical care, viewers were quick to point out a glaring continuity error: the dressing for the wound is applied over the actor’s shirt instead of on the skin. A doctor, who stumbled upon the clip, shared it on X (formerly Twitter) with a sarcastic caption that read, “Bollywood doctors are soo advanced… Shirt ke upper dressing…” The post quickly gained traction, and social media users wasted no time turning the clip into meme material. Commen...