In a momentous event set to take place on October 28 in Mumbai, Bollywood actress Richa Chadha will be honoured by the French government and the Counsel General of France to India. On this special occasion, Richa will be conferred with the prestigious 'Chevalier Des Arts et des Lettres,' one of the highest orders given by the French government to artists in the realms of cinema, arts, and fashion worldwide. This honor places her in the esteemed company of legendary personalities like Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Oscar winner Guneet Monga recognizing her outstanding contribution to the cinematic landscape.

Hailing from a modest family of educators, Richa Chadha has carved her unique niche in the entertainment industry on her own terms. She has graced iconic films, collaborating with esteemed filmmakers such as Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Neeraj Ghaywan, Mira Nair, Dibakar Bannerjee and Anurag Kashyap in her decade-long career. Richa's filmography boasts internationally acclaimed films, including the Indo-French production Masaan, which clinched two awards at the Cannes Film Festival.

Notably, she recently achieved the feat of delivering a 100 crore film, with Fukrey 3. She was also on the jury of the Marrakech Film Festival, which was presided upon by the legendary Francis Ford Coppola. As a producer, her first film Girls Will Be Girls is an Indo-French co-production under the official co-production treaty between the two countries.

Richa Chadha's influence extends beyond the silver screen; she has emerged as a powerful voice advocating for women's rights and upliftment. Her activism goes hand in hand with her actions, as she established her unique lab for Cinema, The Undercurrent Lab, supported by Berlinale and ARRI, which traims women to be gaffers in the film industry. Richa has always been ahead of the curve, pioneering her path by transitioning to OTT platforms. She played a pivotal role in India's first-ever OTT series, Inside Edge, which was nominated for the prestigious International Emmy Awards.

Reacting to the honour, Richa said, “It is truly an overwhelming and humbling moment for me to be recognized by the French government and the Counsel General of France to India with the prestigious 'Chevalier Des Arts et des Lettres' award. To stand in the esteemed company of legends such as Shah Rukh Khan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is a testament to the power of storytelling and the impact cinema can have on bridging cultures and societies. My journey in the film industry has been nothing short of a roller-coaster ride, filled with challenges, triumphs, and invaluable lessons."

She further added, "Receiving this honor is not just a personal achievement; it is a recognition of the collective efforts of everyone who believed in my vision, from my family and friends to my mentors and collaborators. This accolade reaffirms my belief that storytelling knows no boundaries, and it is my responsibility as an artist to contribute meaningfully to the global dialogue. Thank you to the French government and the Counsel General of France to India for this honor, which only motivates me to strive for excellence and make a positive impact on the world through my work."

The ceremony, scheduled during the upcoming MAMI film festival, promises to be a celebration of Richa Chadha's remarkable journey, highlighting her significant impact on the global stage.

Also Read: Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest Day 2: “Gangs Of Wasseypur wouldn’t be released today,” says Richa Chadha; speaks on changing landscape of cinema

Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh graced the first episode of Koffee With Karan season 8 with his star wife Deepika Padukone. The actors discussed their careers, their 11-year relationship, marriage, mental health and more. During the same conversation, Ranveer talked about how he went through a lot after Cirkus flopped. He also said that he had not seen three major flops in a row which affected him.

Ranveer said, “I went through a lot, especially after Cirkus. Coming out of the pandemic, we had this beautiful film 83. It was just released at the wrong time. Jayeshbhai Jordaar was again a lovely well-intentioned film, which again ultimately found its audience on streaming. Cirkus I had a limited contribution and limited responsibility. So I can’t really beat myself over it.”

The actor continued, “Having said that, I had not seen three major flops in a row. So it was new to me. I was not good. But then I came to terms with everything that was happening around me. After everything that has happened, I have come out of it with more gratitude than ever before.”

On the work front, Ranveer will be headline Farhan Akhtar’s Don 3. Originally, the character was played by Amitabh Bachchan followed by Shah Rukh Khan in Akhtar’s two installments. The project is slated for 2025. He has reportedly signed Baiju Bawra, helmed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. ALSO READ: Koffee With Karan 8: Ranveer Singh gives a nod to Karan Johar remaking Sangam featuring him, Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor

Anil Kapoor has reportedly signed an international project with filmmaker Ritesh Batra. It is a mature romantic movie where an unusual relationship begins between an Indian man and a French woman. It marks Batra's comeback after four years.

A source close to the development spoke to Pinvkvilla and revealed, "Anil Kapoor loved the script and has already given his nod. The film is set to be a grand Indo-French production, and if all goes well, it will go on floors early next year."

This will be Kapoor's third international project after Academy Award-winning Slumdog Millionaire (2008) and Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol (2011).

Meanwhile, Anil Kapoor will star in Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Animal. Anil plays the role of Ranbir Kapoor's father Balbir Singh in the film. The film also stars Rashmika Mandanna, Bobby Deol and Triptii Dimri. It is scheduled to release on December 7, 2023. ALSO READ: Boney Kapoor shares fun throwback photo with Anil Kapoor, playfully teases his youthful looks

Karan Johar is back as the host of Koffee with Karan as the show returns for season 8. The first episode couldn’t get any better as star-couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh come together for the first time ever on the Koffee couch, spilling the beans on their marriage, proposal and more. For the very first time, Deepika and Ranveer unveiled glimpses from their 2018 wedding in Lake Como in Italy. While the couple had a private wedding, an intimate affair with very close family and friends in attendance, for the first time in almost five years since their wedding, the couple shared video glimpses from their beautiful ceremonies.

After the wedding video was shown on Koffee With Karan 8, Karan Johar was visibly in tears and got up to hug both of his guests. Overwhelmed with emotions, he said, “I am not in a relationship and I am kind of single. It just makes me feel like I am losing out on not being in one. You don’t have a partner of your own to share the nothings of your day with. And every day, I wake up and a little part of me feels that vacuum,” Karan Johar said. “I have my kids and mom but when I see this and I see you, and I know relationships are tough, but that soul connection with a person that you can wake up with, hold their hand and see your day through tough times… I don’t think I’ve had a moment like this on my own show. I felt so happy for you and I felt so alone yet. I hope this manifests into, I hope I have a story to tell. The happiness and joy I saw, and I know it’s not easy,” he added. The video, officially shared by The Wedding Filmer after the episode, begins with Ranveer Singh who gives the toast post his wedding to Deepika as he jokes that he once declared he would marry Deepika Padukone and the day had finally come. From their magical mehendi and haldi ceremonies, glimpses of Ranveer dancing as both their families are seen enjoying, Ranveer fixing Deepika’s make-up, declaring his love for her, both their parents talking about Ranveer and Deepika's love story, and sharing emotional moments, the video is full of heartwarming moments.

In November 2023, Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh will complete five years of marriage. ALSO READ: Koffee With Karan 8: Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh unveil their wedding video after 5 years; see their magical unseen moments at Lake Como in Italy

The beloved couch is back with Karan Johar as Hotstar Specials’ Koffee with Karan returns for season 8. The first episode couldn’t get any better as star-couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh come together for the first time ever on the Koffee couch, spilling the beans on their marriage, proposal and more. On Koffee with Karan’s infamous couch, Ranveer Singh shared his experience of meeting his real-life heroine and how he convinced Sanjay Leela Bhansali to cast Deepika in Ram Leela after Kareena Kapoor Khan had exited due to some unforeseen circumstances.

“Ram-Leela was supposed to happen with myself and Kareena Kapoor in the lead. The set was ready. One week before roll, for some reason, Kareena had to exit the film,” Ranveer told Karan on the premiere episode.

He suggested Deepika's name as he had just watched Cocktail. “Then we were sitting and wondering who to cast. And Cocktail had just happened (released). So there was a discussion with Mr Bhansali, all the ADs and myself in the office, about who should we take. And I was batting for team Deepika, because I just saw Cocktail, and she got cast,” he said.

Talking about the script reading session and how he met Deepika, he recalled,  “There was a famous or infamous reading for Ram Leela at Mr. Bhansali’s house in Versova. I was supposed to meet him before Deepika’s arrival. So I was sitting on the table and the door was on my left. He has these heavy doors and he lives by the seaside. So, these heavy doors open and the gush of wind comes from the sea. There, Deepika enters wearing this white chikankari, hair blowing due to the sea wind just like some sadgi ki moorat. I was like Oh My God!” ALSO READ: Koffee With Karan 8: Ranveer Singh recalls meeting Deepika Padukone for Ram Leela for script reading at Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s house: “I was like OH MY GOD!”

Deepika Padukone has always been open about her journey with mental health, her depression, her struggle to understand her symptoms, and eventually starting therapy and medications. She eventually also started her foundation for the same. The first episode of Koffee With Karan 8 saw the star-couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh who came together for the first time ever on the Koffee couch, spilling the beans on their marriage, proposal and more. On this episode of KWK, Karan Johar also opened up about his mental health struggle and asked about hers. While Deepika said that Ranveer has been a strong support throughout the journey, the actor recalled how he once rushed home when Deepika had a blackout in 2014.

Recalling an incident in 2014, Ranveer said that Deepika had called whilst he was shooting and said, "I've had a blackout, and I've had a fall. Can you come home?" Ranveer, without hesitation, left the set immediately to be by her side. Describing what he saw when he reached home, he said, "When I went and saw her, there wasn't something right. She was with you, she was looking at you, but she wasn't all there."

Ranveer recalled having breakfast one day with her and how Deepika broke down in tears. He revealed, “One day at breakfast she was sitting across me and she was just crying and there were just tears. Copious tears were flowing down.” When he asked DP what happened, she didn’t know what to say to him. “She’s like ‘I don’t know’. I got up and went to her and I was like tell me. The reason I remember that vividly is because it was that moment where I felt completely helpless.”

Deepika said that it has been a journey and that she is still on medication and there are tough days too. “It’s work every day.” She added Ranveer Singh created a safe space for her and said, “It told me a lot about the person that he is.” ALSO READ: Koffee With Karan 8: Karan Johar TEARS UP after watching Deepika Padukone - Ranveer Singh's wedding video: "I am not in a relationship..."

The beloved couch is back with Karan Johar as Hotstar Specials’ Koffee with Karan returns for season 8. The first episode couldn’t get any better as star-couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh come together for the first time ever on the Koffee couch, spilling the beans on their marriage, proposal and more. For the very first time, Deepika and Ranveer unveiled the glimpses from their 2018 wedding in Lake Como in Italy. While the couple had a private wedding, an intimate affair with very close family and friends in attendance, for the first time in almost five years since their wedding, the couple shared video glimpses from their beautiful ceremonies.

The video, officially shared by The Wedding Filmer after the Koffee With Karan 8 episode, begins with Ranveer Singh who gives the toast post his wedding to Deepika as he jokes that he once declared he would marry Deepika Padukone and the day had finally come. From their magical mehendi and haldi ceremonies, glimpses of Ranveer dancing as both their families are seen enjoying, Ranveer fixing Deepika’s make-up, declaring his love for her, both their parents talking about Ranveer and Deepika's love story, and sharing emotional moments, the video is full of heartwarming moments.

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The wedding video was shot by The Wedding Filmer, who captured the wedding sequence in Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani. “During the filming of “Kabira” for Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani, I had the honor of directing her. On a crisp evening, amidst rounds of Pictionary by the poolside with the crew, she leaned in and said softly, “When the time comes for my wedding, I’d be honoured if you would be the one to capture it.” I was taken aback, a blush creeping up unnoticed. She held onto that sentiment, gently reminding me of that whispered promise during her wedding film’s screening years later,” the team captioned the video. “Set against the stunning backdrop of Como, The Wedding Filmer had the distinct honour of encapsulating the magical union between Bollywood’s icons, Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh. It wasn’t just about documenting their wedding day, but rather weaving a tale of love, trust, and commitment. Some stories are so close to the heart that they’re held close, and perhaps they wanted this narrative to be theirs alone for a time. As we mark our 13th year in building an industry, releasing this film stands as a testament to our journey and growth. Premiering on the esteemed platform of ‘Koffee with Karan’, it’s not merely a film, but a milestone in our storied legacy,” they added. In November 2023, Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh will complete five years of marriage. ALSO READ: Koffee With Karan 8: Ranveer Singh convinced Sanjay Leela Bhansali to cast Deepika Padukone in Ram Leela: "Kareena had to exist..."

Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor may not be on social media officially but he often interacts with his fans. The actor recently held a Zoom call conversation with a bunch of his fans where he talked on several topics including being a father. The actor along with his actress-wife Alia Bhatt welcomed their first child Raha in November, last year. Ranbir said that he is getting a lot of time with Raha now as Alia is busy shooting for Jigra.

In a conversation with his fans over a Zoom call, Ranbir revealed that he hasn’t signed any project since the wrap of Animal as he is spending time with his daughter. He said, “Life is great. I have taken a long break. I am going to be home only. I will be home for five-six months. This was always my plan because when Raha was born, I was shooting for Animal, and I couldn’t give her time. I wanted to take a paternity leave, and I got it at the right time because she is so expressive now. She is crawling. She is recognising. She is giving so much love, and she is trying to speak words like Pa and Ma. It’s a beautiful time to be around her, and I am going to cherish this forever.”

He added, “Alia is busy with the shooting for Vasan Bala’s Jigra, and that means I get Raha all for myself. Raha is going to turn one soon, and we will have a small birthday party with friends and family. Looking forward to that.”

On the work front, Ranbir Kapoor will next star in Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal. The film releases on December 7, 2023. ALSO READ: Ranbir Kapoor says nothing is ‘finalised’ for Ramayana; will hear Kishore Kumar biopic script in October end

Filmmaker Karan Johar and superstar Shah Rukh Khan have been friends for decades. Karan addresses SRK as 'Bhai' and has worked with him on several projects. In a recent conversation, Karan opened up about his sexuality and how SRK helped him come to terms with it.

On the show Be A Man Yaar, Karan Johar said, "He was born and raised in a very progressive environment. He comes from the theatre. He had worked with all kinds of people. My parents, perhaps, weren't able to understand things. My feminine side that was coming out so strongly was only met with laughter or with being made fun of. And then when I grew a little older, people got quieter about it. But I could tell whether there was a slight chitter-chatter about the way I was walking or speaking. I remember Shah Rukh Khan was the first, kind of like, man that didn't make me feel lesser for some reason. I feel like he accepted what in those days were considered being pansy, being effeminate or walking funny. He was just so cool about anything. He even had a lot of open chats with me. Whenever I had to say the biggest thing about my personality and sexuality, I spoke to him first. He was that one sense of support. Even he doesn't realise what he's been to me."

"It's what he didn't say. It's what he didn't bring up. It's what he normalised, that I sat funny or walked funny. Whenever I said campy things, he laughed. He would hang out with me, laugh with me. It isn't what he said, it's what he didn't say. It's all that matters," Karan added.

Meanwhile, Karan Johar last directed Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani starring Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, Shabana Azmi, Tota Roy Chowdhury, Churni Ganguly among others. ALSO READ: SCOOP: Sunny Deol to return on Karan Johar’s Koffee with Karan after nearly 20 years

After actresses like Rani Mukerji, Sushmita Sen, Kajol, among others, the television industry too celebrated the Durga Pooja this year with equal enthusiasm and love. Among them were Anupama fame Rupali Ganguly, actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee, best known for her role in Saath Nibhaana Saathiya, social media celebrity Anushka Sen, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashma fame Munmun Dutta, and popular actress Ishita Dutta and actor-husband Vatsal Seth as well as renowned star Tina Datta. The actors took to their social media to share photos of how they celebrated the arrival of Maa Durga.

Rupali Ganguly Known for her portrayal of Anupama in the popular Star Plus show by the same name, the actress seems to have enjoyed her pooja celebrations. Apart from Ashtami, Rupali also gave her long list of social media followers a glimpse of her Navami celebrations, which was held on October 23. The actress was accompanied by her entire family including her husband and son.

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Ishita Dutta Popularly known for her television shows as well as her portrayal of Ajay Devgn’s daughter in Drishyam, the actress had a special Durga Pooja this year. The reason is the birth of her first child with her actor-husband Vatsal Seth. She was accompanied by her infant son Vayu at the Durga Pooja pandal for the first time on the day of Navami. Ishita also posted photos from her Ashtami as well as Saptami celebrations.

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Devoleena Bhattacharjee Garnering immense love for her portrayal of Gopi Vahu on the small screen, Devoleena Bhattacharjee was last seen in the show Dil Diyaan Gallan. The actress also took to social media to give a glimpse of her Durga Pooja celebrations as she was seen attending one of the most popular pandals in Mumbai.

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Munmun Dutta While her show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashma has been one of the longest running shows on television, Munmun Dutta too gained ample love for her portrayal of Babita, the pretty wife of the intelligent Iyer in Gokuldam Society. Following her love for Bengali traditions, Munmun also posted photos from a Durga pandal wherein she was celebrating the festivities. Along with that, she also penned a lovely message in her mother tongue.

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Anushka Sen Gaining popularity as not just an actor but also as a social media celebrity, Anushka Sen has been leaving social media followers enthralled with her fashion sense. She was shared photos of the lovely traditional avatar in a beautiful lavender saree, which she donned for the Durga pooja celebrations she attended recently.

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Tina Datta After recently completing her show Hum Rahe Na Rahe Hum, Tina Datta took to social media to share all her looks from Durga Pooja ever since it kick started. From what we hear, the actress also attended pandals but it is her different ethnic looks, posted by her on this festive occasion that has been garnering a lot of attention on social media.

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Also Read: Photos: Ajay Devgn snapped with his son at Durga pandal

Janhvi Kapoor recently won hearts with her recent display of Indian traditions at a Navratri celebration held in Thrissur. The actress was seen attending the special celebrations arranged by the popular jewellery brand Kalyan Jewellers in Thrissur, Kerala and the actress visited the pandal on Sunday, October 22.

In a video shared by a paparazzo account on social media, Janhvi Kapoor was seen visiting the pandal in a beautiful lavender silk saree from the house of Manish Malhotra and she wore jewellery as well as the traditional South Indian gajra that complimented her ethnic attire. The actress was seen praying religiously and also did the traditional ‘namaskara’ near the shrine, which has left social media followers applauding her touch with Indian traditions and rituals.

Many social media users decided to give their opinion on the actress visiting the pandal. While fans of her dropped heart and fire emojis, showering their love on the Dhadak star, some of them also expressed their happiness on seeing her follow the traditions and rituals religiously within the pandal. “The best combo of beauty and Sanskar,” said one of the users whereas another one commented, “Love the fact that she always does the South Indian traditional namaskaram in front of deities!”

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On the work front, Janhvi Kapoor has interesting Bollywood projects in hand which includes Mr. and Mrs. Mahi, featuring her opposite Rajkummar Rao and the film will have her play the role of a cricketer. The actress also has the unconventional Ulajh which features an ensemble cast that includes names like Gulshan Devaiah and Roshan Matthew. Besides that, Janhvi will be seen making her big South debut alongside RRR fame Jr. NTR in Devara. The actress is said to have already kicked off the first schedule of the movie, which will also feature Saif Ali Khan. It is directed by Kortala Siva and the first part is slated for release on April 5, 2024.

Also Read: Dasvi director Tushar Jalota to direct Sidharth Malhotra & Janhvi Kapoor in Dinesh Vijan’s next

Not too long ago, Shahid Kapoor took to social media to announce about his next venture. The actor, who was last seen in JioCinema and Ali Abbas Zafar’s film Bloody Daddy and gained fame last year for his web series Farzi, is all set for another interesting film and will be collaborating with popular producer Siddharth Roy Kapur. The duo along with their leading lady Pooja Hegde, announced their film together earlier this month and on the auspicious occasion of Dussehra on October 24, the makers unveiled the title of the film to be Deva and also revealed that the film will release next year on the occasion of Dussehra.

Earlier today, Shahid Kapoor took to social media to not just announce the title but also posted his look from the film. Wearing a blue shirt and a pair of black sunglasses, it is Shahid’s cropped hairstyle and rugged beard which has been garnering attention. Although not much has been revealed about the film, except that it is a thriller, going by his look and the gun in his hand, it seems that the film will feature the Kaminey actor in the role of a cop and the film seems quite high on action and stunts.

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For the unversed, the film was announced on the occasion of Pooja’s birthday on October 13. Pooja Hegde too took to Instagram to share the poster and along with that the actress also posted a photo of the mahurat shot of the film.

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Directed by Rosshan Andrews who will be making his Bollywood debut with this venture, Deva is expected to be produced by Zee Studios and Siddharth Roy Kapur. The film is slated for release on October 11, 2024 during the occasion of Dussehra.

Also Read: Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde to come together for a thriller

Raveena Tandon, amid work commitments, decided to celebrate the arrival of Devi Maa during the festive occasion of Navratri. The nine days of celebration has come to an end on October 24 but not before Bollywood celebs rejoiced the beautiful occasion of Ashtami. Among them was also Raveena and her daughter Rasha. The function was also attended by popular actress Sara Ali Khan and renowned fashion designer Manish Malhotra, who also shares a great friendship with the 90s star.

Dedicating her recent post on Instagram to the Ashtami celebrations, Raveena Tandon posted a series of photos and videos of the special pooja that is often planned on the eighth day of Navratri. In one of the videos shared by the actress, she is seen doing the aarti with her daughter Rasha, standing by her and praying intently. In one of the group selfies, Sara Ali Khan and Manish Malhotra were also seen giving all smiles during the occasion. Coming to the caption posted by Raveena, the actress expressed her gratitude towards the JP Dutta family, and also shared photos with the Border filmmaker, his former actress-wife Bindiya Goswami, and their daughter Nidhi Dutta.

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Coming to professional commitments, Raveena Tandon has been exploring OTT along with films of late. The actress is currently gearing up for her reunion with actor Akshay Kumar after two decades with Welcome To The Jungle which features an ensemble cast of 24 actors including Suniel Shetty, Sanjay Dutt, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi, among others. On the other hand, it is also time for her daughter Rasha to make her big debut soon. The latter has already kicked off her prep for her debut venture, which is directed by Abhishek Kapoor. The untitled film will also star Ajay Devgn and will also mark the debut of his nephew Aaman Devgan.

Also Read: 25 Years of Bade Miyan Chote Miyan EXCLUSIVE: “The response in the theatres was FANTASTIC. People would dance and throw coins during the songs, especially ‘Kisi Disco Mein Jaaye’ and ‘Makhna’” – Raveena Tandon

Star Studios and Cine1 Studios’ edge-of-the-seat survival thriller Apurva is all set to release from 15th November onwards on Disney+ Hotstar. Directed by Nikhil Nagesh Bhat, the film stars an ensemble cast of Tara Sutaria, Abhishek Banerjee, Dhairya Karwa and Rajpal Yadav who have united to showcase one of the most powerful stories of good over evil onscreen. The team unveiled the intriguing first look and announced the release date amidst huge crowds and tremendous fanfare at the prestigious Lav Kush Ramlila Ground at Red Fort, Delhi - the first of its kind launch that has never taken place for an Indian film!

Apurva is the story of an ordinary girl who faces extraordinary circumstances and will do anything to Survive and Live. Set in one of the most dangerous places in India – Chambal, the movie is presented by some of India’s leading creative powerhouses who have come together for this gritty thriller.

Tara Sutaria, who plays Apurva, says, “This is a powerful and thrilling story of an ordinary girl whose inner strength, intelligence, wit and courage shape a journey that will keep one at the edge of their seat. It's the role of a lifetime for me and I am eagerly awaiting audiences to see my transformation in Apurva as we launch our trailer very soon! Hugely excited and looking forward to Apurva releasing from 15th November onwards on Disney+ Hotstar.”

Abhishek Banerjee adds, "My character in Apurva is perhaps one of the most menacing and fearsome ones that I have portrayed so far. The powerful script instantly appealed to me when I first heard it, and I can't wait for the audience to watch the trailer, which will be launched very soon and thereafter the film’s release from 15th November onwards on Disney+ Hotstar."

Rajpal Yadav whose dramatic new look has struck a lot of intrigue says, "Audiences will see me in a very different and unusual avatar in Apurva which will be revealed when our trailer launches very soon. This is just the first glimpse, and I am looking forward to audiences watching Apurva from 15th November onwards on Disney+ Hotstar." ALSO READ: First look of Tara Sutaria starrer survival thriller Apurva to drop at Delhi’s Lav Kush Ramlila

Sunny Leone is one of the most recognized faces in the world. After being an adult entertainer, she moved to India to be a contestant on Bigg Boss. Soon enough, she grabbed her Bollywood debut in the form of Pooja Bhatt’s Jism 2 (2014), which also starred Randeep Hooda and Arunoday Singh. There was no looking behind from here on as long as her popularity is concerned.

But not many would know that Sunny Leone’s real name is Karenjit Kaur Vohra and there is a story on how she became Sunny Leone. She hails from Punjab, India, from where her father migrated to Canada. Her life went through a change after she became a model. She shared her life story in a recent interview with Cosmopolitan India Magazine.

Sunny said, “I’ve previously mentioned that my academic journey was far from stellar, and while enrolling in college was a necessary step, it wasn’t one I completed. During my time on campus, a chance encounter with a fellow student introduced me to a modelling agent, and it was as if a switch had been flipped within me.”

The actress added, “In that moment, I realised that modelling was a business, and if I approached it intelligently – steering clear of its darker aspects – I could truly thrive. I understood that my success of failure rested solely on my shoulders. And so, the persona of Sunny Leone was born.”

On the work front, Sunny will next be seen in Anurag Kashyap’s Kennedy. The crime-cum-political drama will see her cast opposite Rahul Bhat.

Also Read: Sunny Leone joins dating app to help singles find love; deets inside

Bollywood actors Kartik Aaryan and Tara Sutaria sparked dating rumours after they were spotted together on Saturday night after a dinner date. The pair was seen leaving separately from a hotel following which they had dinner at a suburban restaurant.

On Saturday, Tara was seen wearing a black tank crop top paired with an animal print skirt. Kartik opted for a crisp white shirt and black pants. In one of the videos, Tara was seen running away from the paparazzi. However, after the dinner at the restaurant, they were seen together as Tara hugged Kartik before he escorted her to her car. While this has sparked dating rumours, it could also be the actors meeting before the leading lady for Aashiqui 3 is announced.

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Back in September 2022, Bollywood Hungama reported that Kartik Aaryan had signed Aashiqui 3 with director Anurag Basu. Bhushan Kumar and Mukesh Bhatt are all set to reignite the magic of love story and music with the much anticipated third installment of the hit Aashiqui franchise. The makers are yet to officially announce the leading lady though reports have suggested that Tara has been cast already and the makers are awaiting the right time to announce the same.

Bhushan Kumar, the head of T-Series, recently told India Today that the film is slated to begin shooting by the end of January 2024. He expressed his optimism, stating, “Hopefully, we will start Anurag Basu and Kartik Aaryan’s film by the end of January. As the pre-production work for the film continues, special attention is being paid to the music compositions. Music has always been an integral part of the Aashiqui universe, and the team is committed to delivering a memorable musical experience once again.” ALSO READ: Kartik Aaryan and Anurag Basu to begin shooting for Aashiqui 3 in January: Report

Following her performance in the blockbuster Jawan, Bollywood actor Sanya Malhotra is ready to test the international waters with the world premiere of her upcoming film Mrs, the Hindi remake of the Malayalam movie The Great Indian Kitchen. The film has been announced to have its first screening at the 27th edition of the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival, which is set to take place from November 3-19, 2023. The movie will premiere on November 17, 2023.

The film’s director Arati Kadav shared a few glimpses from the film along with the announcement on her Instagram on Sunday. She wrote, “Happy to announce the World Premiere of our film Mrs at 27th Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival(Poff). We all are super duper thrilled to be part of the lineup."

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Sanya’s international conquer begins here! Grateful to Baweja Studios, and Jio Studios for this opportunity. Thank you Harman Baweja. Grateful to the wonderful cast and crew whose immense hardwork and dedication made this happen. More details coming soon.”

The synopsis of the film on the POFF website reads, “The exotically delicious film guides us through Indian cuisine, but layer by layer reveals the unfortunate role of women who only cook, clean, and submit to sex-addicted hubbies. Dance teacher Richa has an instant connection to the wealthy doctor Diwakar but soon finds herself in an overcooked and tasteless happily ever after laced with misogyny, arrogance, and stubbornness. The kitchen has the solution to all problems. So, Richa cooks splendid dishes with love and dedication and refuses to yield to male dominance.”

Produced by Jyoti Deshpande, Pammi Baweja, and Harman Baweja, the film stars Sanya Malhotra, Nishant Dahiya, and Kanwaljit Singh. ALSO READ: Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest Day 2: Richa Chadha and Sanya Malhotra advocate for sex education over sex censorship; Richa says, “If porn is a problem, then you are offering free data to a country that doesn’t have sex education”

The team of Kangana Ranaut starrer Tejas has been making its presence on different platforms for promotions. Amid all this, the most prestigious moment came in the journey of Tejas as honourable Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and other dignitaries from the Indian Air Force watched the film during the special screening organized by the team at the Indian Airforce Auditorium.

Tejas has made its way to the Indian ministry. A special screening of the action entertainer was held for the honourable Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and other dignitaries from the Indian Air Force at the Indian Airforce Auditorium. While this was indeed a moment worth pride for the team Tejas, yet another prestigious moment came in when Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan gave his brooch to the director Sarvesh Mewara as a memento.

Kangana shared a few glimpses of the Tejas team with honourable Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, and COAS General Manoj Pande. She further jotted an overwhelming caption, "Team Tejas held a special screening for Respected defence minister @rajnathsinghbjp ji and many dignitaries from the Indian Air Force at the Indian Airforce auditorium today evening. It was an enthralling experience to see a film dedicated to the defence forces and our soldiers with so many soldiers and the honourable Defence Minister himself. In a surreal moment after watching the film Chief of Defence Staff. General Anil Chauhan PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, SM, VSM removed his fighter jet-shaped brooch from his jacket and gifted to my director @sarveshmewara This gesture moved us deeply it seemed we have accomplished our mission. We are beyond thrilled can’t wait to bring the film to you all coming Friday 27th October."

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Produced by RSVP, Tejas stars Kangana Ranaut in the titular Role. Written and directed by Sarvesh Mewara and Produced By Ronnie Screwvala, the film is scheduled to be released in theatres on October 27, 2023. ALSO READ: 'Dil Hai Ranjhana' song from Tejas out: Kangana Ranaut starrer track is a melodious anthem, watch

Veteran actor Dalip Tahil has been sentenced to 2 months in jail by a magistrate court in Mumbai in a drunk driving case. The actor was reportedly involved in an accident when he rammed his car into an auto-rickshaw, leaving a woman injured. This incident took place in Khar, Mumbai in 2018.

As per a report in Times of India, the magistrate court relied on the doctor's evidence, who confirmed the smell of alcohol, Tahil's pupils being dilated, his walk being unsteady and his speech incoherent.

The 65-year-old actor has worked in several movies including Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak, Baazigar, Ishq, Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag among others. His last movie was the Vidyut Jammwal starrer IB 71. The film, which released earlier this year, saw him play the character of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. His last web series came last year in the form of Mind The Malhotras. ALSO READ: Dalip Tahil to play antagonist in Ashutosh Gowariker’s next production Toolsidas Junior

Before French actor Omar Sy was known as Lupin around the world, he won hearts in the critically and commercially acclaimed French Buddy-Comedy, The Intouchables - a story of two grown men coming together from starkly different backgrounds to help each other overcome different aspects of their lives holding them back. An instant classic, the Intouchables has found a new home with its Hindi adaptation being kicked off by Karan Johar and Guneet Monga Kapoor, the visionary producers behind the massively successful and critically acclaimed film Kill.

Dharma Productions and Sikhya Entertainment have once again united their creative forces to bring this iconic French film to Indian audiences. This marks the fourth collaboration between the two filmmaking powerhouses, following the incredible success of their maiden production, Kill, which made waves following its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival last month. Set to be directed by Collin D'Cunha, the film is part of a larger creative synergy that was announced in May 2023 between Karan Johar's Dharma Productions and Guneet Monga Kapoor's Sikhya Entertainment.

The Intouchables, was originally released in 2011 and was directed by Éric Toledano and Olivier Nakache, received widespread acclaim for its touching narrative and outstanding performances by François Cluzet and Omar Sy in the lead roles. The Hindi adaptation aims to recreate the magic of the original while adding a unique touch that resonates with Indian audiences.

Commenting on this exciting venture, Karan Johar expressed his enthusiasm, saying, "Working on The Intouchables is a creative challenge and a thrilling opportunity. We are committed to bringing the essence of this beloved French film to the Indian audience while infusing it with our cultural sensibilities. Collaborating with Guneet once again is an exciting prospect, and I am confident that this project will touch the hearts of viewers across the country."

Guneet Monga Kapoor shared her excitement, stating, “The Intouchables is iconic and one of the most celebrated films around the world. It is very exciting to be able to bring that to India and Hindi audiences. After a high-octane, action-packed, Kill, we are laying our hands at dramedy which signifies the range of the spectrum of our collaboration with Dharma which we are incredibly excited about!”

Apoorva Mehta, CEO of Dharma Productions, expressed his confidence in the project, stating, "The partnership between Dharma Productions and Sikhya Entertainment has been marked by creativity, innovation, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional cinema. 'The Intouchables' adaptation is a step forward to our dedication to storytelling, and bringing unique stories to the forefront”.

Director Collin D'Cunha shared his enthusiasm for helming this project, saying, "Directing The Intouchables adaptation is an incredible honour for me as a filmmaker. The original film left an indelible mark on audiences worldwide, and I am honoured to have the opportunity to bring this story to life for Indian viewers. Working with Karan Johar, Guneet Monga, and the entire team is something I’m greatly excited for and looking forward to”.

Concluding their thoughts, Achin Jain, COO and producer, of Sikhya Entertainment, said, “To be adapting this iconic film that has already found such immense love and acclaim internationally is definitely a huge leap forward in our alliance. We are eager to bring this heartwarming dramedy to India”. ALSO READ: Dharma Productions shares BTS photos as Kuch Kuch Hota Hai approaches 25th anniversary; see post

Salman Khan & Katrina Kaif are a favourite on-screen couple in the history of Indian cinema. They have delivered blockbusters & chartbusters. Now they are back again in Aditya Chopra’s Tiger 3 reprising their iconic characters, super-agents Tiger and Zoya from the YRF Spy Universe!

The first look of Tiger 3’s song 'Leke Prabhu Ka Naam' broke the internet yesterday! In the image, Salman & Katrina grooved to the song at a stunning location in Cappadocia, Turkey. On Friday, YRF upped the anticipation for the song by surprising people with a teaser to the song that releases on Monday, October 23rd!

A dance number to vibe on is comin’ your way on 23rd October! #LekePrabhuKaNaam song releasing on https://ift.tt/SJntN0E arriving in cinemas on 12th November. Releasing in Hindi, Tamil & Telugu. #YRF50 | #YRFSpyUniverse pic.twitter.com/CYM3B1LZZw — Yash Raj Films (@yrf) October 20, 2023

Directed by Maneesh Sharma, Tiger 3 is set to release this Diwali, Nov 12, Sunday in Hindi, Tamil & Telugu. ALSO READ: Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif’s party track, ‘Leke Prabhu Ka Naam’ from Tiger 3 to release on October 23

Following a successful theatrical release, Dream Girl 2, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Ananya Panday is now streaming on Netflix. Directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa and produced by Shobha Kapoor and Ektaa R Kapoor under the banner of Balaji Telefilms, the comedy-drama film is now ready to charm Netflix audiences.

Speaking about the film coming to Netflix, Ayushmann Khurrana shared, “After the incredible box office journey we've had with Dream Girl 2, it has now found its home on Netflix, and I can’t wait for audiences who couldn't catch it in theatres to watch it now. I also believe that an out-and-out masala entertainer like Dream Girl 2 has a certain replay value, and many viewers will enjoy binge-watching it again now that it's on OTT. It's an entertaining film with great characters, a solid humor track, and I hope it receives the same love worldwide.”

Ananya Panday adds, ''I am so excited that Dream Girl 2 is now streaming on Netflix- it’s like a dream come true to have your work showcased across 190 countries. I am excited to see how the worldwide audience responds to the film and the entertaining world we created.” ALSO READ: Ayushmann Khurrana becomes one of the most visible celebrities at this Cricket World Cup and this is the reason!

Director Nitesh Tiwari and his team for the proposed Ramayan adaptation are leaving no stone unturned to ensure a faithful and controversy-free end-product that would leave the audience completely happy and satiated.

A source in the know told this writer that the cast is being tutored into a “self-restrained lifestyle” during the shooting. “While Sai Pallavi, who will play Sita, has a very clean controversy-free image, Ranbir Kapoor is a bit more, shall we say, colourful in his conduct. Not quite the wild child, but he is certainly no Sri Rama in his personal life,” a source observed and revealed the producers and director Nitesh Tiwari’s game plan.

“While the film will be shot, Ranbir will abstain completely from drinking and eating meat. These are not things he would avoid just for his public image, but also as a dedicated actor Ranbir wants to feel as pure and clean as Sri Rama. In any case, Ranbir is not into late nights and wild parties,” added the source.

Also Read: Ranbir Kapoor captures heartwarming moment as Alia Bhatt receives National Award for Gangubai Kathiawadi; watch

The Archies is set in a magical world inspired by the comic books we grew up with. It’s fresh and exciting and Netflix has only just scratched the surface with the first song, ‘Sunoh’ from the film. The movie is set in the 1960s in a picturesque hill station called Riverdale, tells the story of a group of Anglo-Indian teenagers and is directed by Zoya Akhtar.

The Archies is an adaptation of the globally famous Archie Comics IP. Through this film, the audience will get to enter the world of the comics.

The first song of The Archies called ‘Sunoh’ was launched at the Bollywood Hungama OTT Fest. Apart from filmmakers Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti, the event was also graced by the ensemble cast of the film including Agastya Nanda, Dot (Aditi Saigal), Khushi Kapoor, Mihir Ahuja, Suhana Khan, Yuvraj Menda and Vedang Raina.

Riverdale, which was seen in the song, is right out of a dream and an absolute pleasure to the eyes could well be like Shimla, Ooty, Mccluskieganj and Landour of the 1960s.

‘Sunoh’ sees Suhana Khan effortlessly display her skating skills. During the launch of the song, she spoke about the training she and others went through before the film went on floors. “We started training 5 or 6 months before we actually started filming. I know you said it (skating scenes) looks very breezy in the song, but I'm lucky you didn't see us fall and bump into each other, that was far from effortless. But yeah, it was a lot of fun. I loved every moment of it, even all the falling. I fell a lot, but I didn’t hurt myself luckily,” she said.

Agastya plays a music aficionado in the film. Sharing about his preparations, he added, “I had to learn how to play the guitar. I had to learn how to sing. Learning to sing and how to play the guitar was a great learning experience. It isn’t easy. Piano is a problem as I have thick fingers. So, I keep hitting two or three notes at the same time. But the guitar is fun and adds to the fun at the parties if you play it with your friends.”

The Archies is all set to stream on Netflix from December 7.

Also Read: Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest Day 2: Suhana Khan reveals The Archies features her personal outfit; says, “It worked really well for Veronica”

Bollywood Hungama's OTT India Fest 2023 concluded with a star-studded awards ceremony, honoring the best and brightest in the OTT entertainment industry. Netflix and Amazon Prime Video emerged as the big winners, bagging several awards across various categories at the Bollywood Hungama India Entertainment Awards.

In the Original Films section, Netflix's Darlings took home the award for Best Feature Film, while Jasmeet K Reen was named Best Director for the same film. Manoj Bajpayee won Best Actor Male for his performances in Sirf Ek Banda Kaafi Hai (Zee5) and Gulmohar (Disney+ Hotstar), while Sanya Malhotra won Best Actor Female for Kathal (Netflix). Take a look at the list of winners as BH OTT India Fest 2023.

Original Films Section Best Feature Film (OTT Originals) - Darlings (Netflix) Best Director - Jasmeet K Reen (For Darlings, Netflix) Best Actor Male - Manoj Bajpayee (For Sirf Ek Banda Kaafi Hai and Gulmohar, Zee5 and Disney+ Hotstar respectively) Best Actor Male (Popular) - Varun Dhawan (For Bawaal, Amazon Prime Video) Best Actor Female - Sanya Malhotra (For Kathal, Netflix) Best Actor Female (Popular) - Janhvi Kapoor (For Bawaal, Amazon Prime Video) Best Supporting Actor - Sikander Kher (For Monica O My Darling, Netflix)

Original Series Section Best Series - Jubilee Best Director - Raj and DK (For Farzi / Guns & Gulaabs Amazon Prime Video and Netflix, respectively) Best Actor Male - Pankaj Tripathi (For Criminal Justice: Adhura Sach, Disney+ Hotstar) Best Actor Male (Popular) - Rajkummar Rao (For Guns and Gulaabs, Netflix) Best actor Female - Sushmita Sen (For Taali, Jio Cinema) Best Actor Female (Popular) - Sonakshi Sinha (For Dahaad, Amazon Prime Video) Best Breakthrough Performer (Series) - Radhika Madan (For Saas, Bahu Aur Flamingo, Disney+ Hotstar) Best Non-Fiction Series (Originals) - Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives S2, Netflix

People’s Choice Section Best Actor of The Year Male (Series) - Anil Kapoor (For The Night Manager, Disney+ Hotstar) Best Actor of The Year Female (Series) - Tamannah Bhatia (For Jee Karda and Aakhri Sach, Amazon Prime Video and Disney+ Hotstar, respectively) Best Director of The Year (Series) - Hansal Mehta (For Scoop, Netflix) Best Original Film of The Year - Bawaal, Amazon Prime Video Best Original Series of The Year - Saas Bahu Aur Flamingo and Kohrra, Disney+ Hotstar and Netflix respectively)

Additional  Mould-Breaking Actor Of The Year - Tilottama Shome and Amruta Subhash (For The Mirror in Lust Stories 2, Netflix) Charismatic Performer Of The Year - Triptii Dimri (For Qala, Netflix) Game Changing Actor Of The Year - Shobhita Dhulipala (For Made in Heaven S2 / The Night Manager S1 & S2 Amazon Prime Video and Disney+ Hotstar)

The grand awards ceremony that happened on 19th October 2023 was attended by the biggies of the entertainment world. Organized by one of India's most trusted entertainment portals Bollywood Hungama, curated / directed by Cinema Waale Film and TV Productions and produced by Across Media Solutions, the two day extravaganza aims to honour and acknowledge the excellence that has emerged from the realm of online streaming platforms.

The awards are Presented by Sonata Poze, powered by TVS Jupiter and Kheloyar, Driven-by JK Tyre Blaze Rydr, alongside Matchmaking partner Bharat Matrimony, Stylish Audio partner Skullcandy, Banking partner Bank of Baroda, Healthcare partner Fujifilm Healthcare, True Chocolate partner Smoor, Astrology partner Astroyogi, Wellness Partner HCG hospitals, Cricketing Partner Metashot in association with Festival partners Satvik, Snacking partner Special Choice, Outdoor partner Bright Outdoor Media, Radio partner Radio City, and celebration partners Johnnie Walker and Heineken Silver.

Bollywood Hungama, the prominent entertainment platform in India, has launched its two-day OTT India Fest in Mumbai. The festival included a wide range of activities such as panel discussions, fireside chats, masterclasses, workshops, and an award ceremony celebrating talents in the OTT entertainment sector. The inaugural day of the fest began with an insightful panel discussion on the growing OTT landscape in India, involving key experts and influencers from the industry. During a session, Bollywood actress Richa Chadha and Sanya Malhotra urged for sex education in India.

During the sessions, Richa Chadha addressed a vital issue associated with OTT content, stating, “If porn is a problem, then you are offering free data to a country that doesn’t have sex education, what’s going to happen.”

She further added, “I feel this is the problem that there is an overstimulated culture.” The actress also said, “I don’t know if we need sex censorship as much as we need sex education. First of all, we need for the country to be okay to talk about sex because its not like its not happening and its not like it will go away. Its not going to go away. That’s how we got here.”

Sanya Malhotra concurred with Richa’s perspective, emphasizing the importance of fostering sex education as opposed to excessive censorship. She said, “I think as Richa said, this country needs more sex education than sex censorship and we are not doing something that is not already out there. There are Hollywood movies and international film which are already there on OTT and for people to consume. But I also truly believe if a script doesn’t require it, because sometimes people also use it like, ‘Oh this worked in the other film, so we should put this in our film too,’ even if its not fit for the character or for the story, just as a selling point. That shouldn’t happen.”

The Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest, in association with Cinema Waale Film and Television Productions LLP and Across Media Solutions, held on the 18th & 19th of October 2023 at Taj Lands End, Mumbai were Presented by Sonata Poze, powered by TVS Jupiter and Kheloyar, Driven-by JK Tyre Blaze Rydr, alongside Matchmaking partner Bharat Matrimony, Stylish Audio partner Skullcandy, Banking partner Bank of Baroda, Healthcare partner Fujifilm Healthcare, True Chocolate partner Smoor, Astrology partner Astroyogi, Wellness Partner HCG hospitals, Cricketing Partner Metashot in association with Festival partners Satvik, Snacking partner Special Choice, Outdoor partner Bright Outdoor Media, Radio partner Radio City, and celebration partners Johnnie Walker and Heineken Silver.

Also Read: Trailer of RiAliTY: Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal give a sneak peek into their wedding documentary

Ganapath – A Hero Is Born, starring Tiger Shroff, Kriti Sanon and Amitabh Bachchan, is all set to release in cinemas tomorrow, that is, October 20. Bollywood Hungama exclusively spoke to director Vikas Bahl about the film and a lot more.

Since the time you debuted as a director, you have never repeated a genre. How do you manage to do so? Not many filmmakers could achieve this feat… Maybe, I just like different kinds of stories. While doing so, you have to break the genre. I think it’s a constant learning curve. When you are switching genres, you are always nervous as to whether or not you can pull it off. I like that nervousness. Maybe, the student inside me wants to constantly keep learning how to try new genres. When I was doing this film or even the next one (a horror), I used to sit for hours on YouTube and watch videos on how these films are made and how these genres are done. So, it was almost like going back to school. That’s exciting for me. I don’t want to get into a comfort zone that ‘this is my genre, this is what I want to do for the next 10-15 years.’ I’d rather try new things.

How difficult was it to get the futuristic element right, especially for a Hindi film considering that we don’t have many reference points in our cinema? More than just about the future, I was trying to pen a story that any calamity in the world leads to inequality in the sense that the rich get richer as they benefit from it. But the poor get poorer. This happens during any catastrophe, whether man-made or a natural disaster. This is the basic premise of the film. Since it is based on the hypothetical situation of the next biggest calamity that happens on the planet, I had to set it in the future because it couldn’t happen earlier. Hence, the idea was not just to make a futuristic story.

Years ago, Shekhar Kapur attempted a film called Paani. It was also set in the future and was about the water crisis. Were you inspired by its plot maybe at the back of your mind? Shekhar sir is too senior and I think too brilliant (smiles). I don’t know much about Paani. I know about it just as anybody else knows. But I am sure he would have made an unbelievable spectacle. Even if I am remotely close to what we set out to do, I think I’d be good!

You became a force to reckon with, with Queen (2014). The same year, Tiger Shroff and Kriti Sanon debuted with Heropanti (2014) and became overnight stars. How was it to collaborate with two fellow artists for whom 2014 was also a defining year? Now that you told me and I realize it, it feels good (laughs)! I don’t think any of us thought about it. We never sat and discussed this connection.

Tiger Shroff is not seen doing typical action in the film. Kriti Sanon, meanwhile, is attempting action for the first time. How exciting was it for you and them as well? Yes. The good thing about Ganapath and hopefully it’ll also be a surprise for the audience is that Tiger is just not doing action in the film. He has done a lot of humourous, emotional and dramatic scenes. He has a big character arc. Action is the base of it but is not the primary characteristic. I always found him very innocent. He has his own little world of action, exercises and workouts. I loved that innocence. I wanted him for his innocence as much as I wanted him for his action. Even though I had never worked with him or even met him before, I was correct about how he is.

As for Kriti, she’s a great actor. She has a lot of action in the film and has done a great job. She has this ability that she can pierce through your eyes and deliver the dialogue. She’s also tall and looks absolutely convincing while taking on the goons.

You worked with Amitabh Bachchan, first in Goodbye (2022) and now Ganapath. It must have been a high, wasn’t it? Everyday, he walks on the set, you have to pinch yourself that he knows me and he knows my name, forget the fact that he’s in my film. He was extremely generous. He knew I was trying to put up a film like Ganapath together. He knew it was ambitious. He saw the art and mood boards and told me, ‘Vikas, if I can help you make this film in any way, tell me’. I pounced on the opportunity and told him, ‘Sir, ek role karenge mere liye’! He did it purely out of love. He said, ‘Anything for you. Just go and make this film’.

The film’s post-production took a year. There are a lot of green-screen shots. And this is your most VFX-heavy film. Please tell us about your experience… It has been a phenomenal learning experience when it comes to VFX. I just hope that everyone supports this fact. When you are doing it for the first time, you are just learning. You are not a master at the craft. I remember for days, I used to see making videos of S S Rajamouli’s films. I used to understand how he used to use the green screen and used to check out the ‘before VFX’ and ‘after VFX’ shots. I also used to watch Sukumar sir’s making videos. It’s almost like a tutorial put up on YouTube. By now, the fear of VFX has gone away. Now we can write stories without any boundaries. You can imagine anything and you can pull it off on the screen.

Earlier, Ganapath – A Hero Is Born was called Ganapath – Part 1. Is a sequel in the pipeline? It’s still part 1. We just decided to call it ‘A Hero Is Born’. There’s the intention of doing a sequel. We hope it’s received well and people love it because this is the start of the journey of the protagonist.

Will the sequel be called Ganapath – A Hero Rules? After you watch the film, why don’t you send me the title of the sequel? (laughs)

This is the age of sequels. Would you like to make a sequel to Queen? We would love to know what happened to Rani (Kangana Ranaut) and what she’s doing 10 years after the events of the first film… Queen 2 is always a very tempting option. But the temptation should be that we find a great story to tell and not just exploit the commercial benefit out of it. I really hope we crack the story for the sequel so that I can make Queen 2. I would love to do that.

Also Read: Ganapath: A Hero Is Born director Vikas Bahl praises Kriti Sanon, Tiger Shroff and Rehman for shooting action sequence in Ladakh under harsh conditions

Sunny Deol has, over the decades, become a specialist in the action genre. He is considered a master when it comes to delivering powerful punches and kicks to the baddies. He has also been someone who has acted in films where a villain or a group of villains are Pakistanis. He acquired this image after the stupendous success of Gadar: Ek Prem Katha and continued the same with Indian, Maa Tujhe Salaam, Hero: Love Story Of A Spy, Jaal: The Trap, etc. Just earlier this year, he revived that image with the blockbuster success of Gadar 2.

In other words, Sunny came to be known as Pakistan’s onscreen nemesis. But what if we tell you that after starring in a series of anti-Pakistan films, Sunny went onto play a proud Pakistani Army officer in a movie? Let’s have a look at this lesser-known aspect about him on his 66th birthday, which is today.

Punjabi filmmaker Amitoj Maan came up with his second Hindi film called Kaafila in 2007. The movie was based on the issue of illegal immigrants. It told the story of a group of Indians eager to relocate to England but are unable to get visas due to some reason or the other. As it is very important for them to get to the European country, they decide to become illegal immigrants.

Surprisingly, in this 2 hour 27 minute movie, Sunny Deol makes an entry after almost an hour. Before that, Kaafila focuses on the Indian travellers, including a Sikh gentleman played by Sudesh Berry and others. They manage to contact people who are experts in trafficking humans illegally to foreign lands. As per the plan of the traffickers, the group of Indians enter Russia and from there they are to reach England after passing through a few other countries.

But they meet one obstacle after the another and there comes a time when even their lives are in danger. This is when Sunny Deol walks into the picture and becomes their saviour. He introduces himself as Sameer, an expert in trafficking people to foreign countries. He knows all the tricks on how to hoodwink the authorities of various countries.

And since he is Sunny Deol, he is also an expert fighter who also knows how to use different types of weapons like a walk in the park. Hence, the film has a number of scenes where he either beats up people or shoots the dead, as he helps the group of immigrants enter England.

After a lot of twists and turns (and a few deaths), the group of Indians realize that there is no point in migrating to another country. They are suddenly enlightened on how they can lead good lives even while staying in India. So, Sunny then helps them return to India. For that, they land in Afghanistan and then Pakistan.

Once the Indian ensemble reaches Pakistan, they realize that Sunny is a Pakistani Army officer Sameer Ahmed Khan. He had gone underground due to some reason. He firmly raises the slogan ‘Pakistan Paindabad’ (may Pakistan live forever), but at the same time doesn’t consider any difference between Indians and Pakistanis. In the end, he happily helps the group of Indians return to their homeland.

Kaafila also starred two Pakistani actresses in the form of Sana Nawaz and Sara Loren. The latter was also seen in Bollywood films like Murder 3, Barkhaa, Fraud Saiyyan, etc.

Kaafila also has a funny Border connection. The 1997 JP Dutta movie saw Sunny play an angry Sardar who shouts at Sudesh Berry’s character Mathuradas at a crucial point in the film. In Kaafila, Berry plays a Sardar, who angrily screams at Sunny.

If not anything else, Kaafila helped Mathuradas avenge his decade-old insult.

Also Read: Here’s why Sunny Deol is unwilling to enormously hike his fees after Gadar 2 success; says, “I am not that kind of person”

Bollywood Hungama has launched the 'OTT India Fest' in Mumbai, a two-day event celebrating the OTT entertainment sector. The fest features a diverse program of activities, such as panel discussions, fireside chats, masterclasses, workshops, and an awards ceremony honouring OTT talents. The event's first day started with an informative panel discussion, where industry experts explored India's growing OTT landscape. During the discussion, filmmaker Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari expressed the desire to remake the Netflix show, Maid.

For the unversed, the panel discussion, titled What’s In The Genre?, delved into the success of dominant OTT genres, including thrillers, relatable people-next-door stories, and small-town narratives. The panel featured industry experts such as Tanya Bami from Netflix, actors Gulshan Devaiah, Radhika Madan, Gauhar Khan, Rasika Dugal, and director Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, with Mayank Shekhar serving as the moderator. Together, they explore the factors that contribute to the popularity of these genres on streaming platforms.

While concluding the discussion, the panellists were asked to name the last show they watched and would recommend to the audience. Responding to the same, Ashwiny asserted, “I am watching this series called The Burning Man right now. I think it’s really nice. Then I watched Maid. I think I really want to remake it. I liked that show.”

Maid is a ten-episode series on Netflix.

The Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest, in association with Cinema Waale Film and Television Productions LLP and Across Media Solutions, held on the 18th & 19th of October 2023 at Taj Lands End, Mumbai were Presented by Sonata Poze, powered by TVS Jupiter and Kheloyar, Driven-by JK Tyre Blaze Rydr, alongside Matchmaking partner Bharat Matrimony, Stylish Audio partner Skullcandy, Banking partner Bank of Baroda, Healthcare partner Fujifilm Healthcare, True Chocolate partner Smoor, Astrology partner Astroyogi, Wellness Partner HCG hospitals, Cricketing Partner Metashot in association with Festival partners Satvik, Snacking partner Special Choice, Outdoor partner Bright Outdoor Media, Radio partner Radio City, and celebration partners Johnnie Walker and Heineken Silver.

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PERMANENT ROOMMATES SEASON 3 is the story of a couple going through a crisis. Mikesh Chaudhary (Sumeet Vyas) and Tanya Nagpal (Nidhi Singh) stay together as ‘permanent roommates’ in Mumbai. Life is going well until Tanya learns that her colleague Shraddha (Sapna Bhatt) is off to Germany. Tanya realizes that she’s bored of her monotonous life in India and wants to move abroad. Mikesh, however, is content with his life in India. He fails to see Tanya’s point and she gets enraged. He tries an idea suggested by Tanya’s father Brijmohan (Shishir Sharma). But it backfires and it further convinces Tanya that she needs to go to foreign land. Mikesh and Tanya begin the process. On top of it, Mikesh’s mother Lata (Sheeba Chadha) comes to stay with them. Lata, who is still grieving due to the demise of her husband Mohan (Darshan Jariwala), meets widower Venkat (Sachin Pilgaonkar) and they strike a friendship. What happens next forms the rest of the series.

Vaibhav Suman and Shreya Srivastava’s story is relatable and modern. Vaibhav Suman and Shreya Srivastava’s screenplay is uncomplicated and replete with very interesting and cute moments. The writers deserve brownie points as even the most ordinary moments have some sort of laughter or drama in them. Vaibhav Suman and Shreya Srivastava’s dialogues are one of the highpoints. The one-liners bring the house down and it’s after a long time that viewers will get to see such dialogues in a show.

Shreyansh Pandey’s direction is terrific. He had a lot of challenge in hand since the PERMANENT ROOMMATES series has a huge recall value. For many Indians, it was probably the first web series that they saw in their lives. The characters of Mikesh and Tanya are etched in their minds. The director perfectly understands the world of this series and takes it forward. He adds lots of entertainment with several scenes bringing the house down. In the last two episodes, he switches gears and adds teary-eyed moments. But the common factor in funny and emotional sequences are that they are all straight out of life. Another USP of the show is that unlike the trend nowadays of having 8-10 episodes of 40-50 minutes each, PERMANENT ROOMMATES SEASON 3 is only 5 episodes long. It’s total run time is less than 3 hours.

On the flipside, a few developments are difficult to digest. The parents of Tanya get a raw deal. Tanya getting friendly with Pranav (Ambrish Verma) seems unconvincing especially after Mikesh warned her about him. The last scene is cute but some might have reservations about it.

Speaking of performances, Sumeet Vyas rocks the show. This was his breakout role and yet again, he gets into the skin of the character flawlessly. Nidhi Singh is outstanding. She nails in the scenes where she has to get angry. However, watch out for her in the last two episodes. Sheeba Chadha is adorable and adds a lot to the season. Deepak Kumar Mishra (Purushottam) is the soul of the show. His mere presence will make viewers laugh. Shishir Sharma leaves a mark. Ayesha Raza Mishra (Ila) is hardly there. Sachin Pilgaonkar is lovely. Ambrish Verma puts up a confident act. Anandeshwar Dwivedi (Lleo) is too funny.

The songs are forgettable. But Rohan Rohan’s background score is well-woven into the narrative. Nikhil Arolkar’s cinematography is neat. Sheena Saini’s production design is realistic. Kevin Mathews’ costumes are glamorous but don’t look out of place. Gourav Gopal Jha’s editing is sharp.

On the whole, PERMANENT ROOMMATES SEASON 3 fulfills all expectations and turns out to be an extremely funny and moving season. Thanks to the tremendous recall value and popularity of the series, this new season can emerge as one of the most watched shows of 2023.

Rating: 3.5 stars

In the glamorous world of Bollywood, fashion is about more than just clothing. It's a way for celebrities to express themselves and make a statement. Sometimes, it can lead to a situation where two famous actresses end up wearing very similar outfits, which we call a "Bollywood Fashion Face-Off." Even though it might be unintentional, these moments create a lot of buzz and curiosity in the world of celebrity fashion. Once more, two fashionistas, Kiara Advani and Banita Sandhu, engaged in a fashion face-off while donning a dress that had been picked up from the Gaurav Gupta’s racks.

BANITA SANDHU

Banita Sandhu has had a tremendous fashion game since she made her Bollywood debut. We always find ourselves completely mesmerised by her outfit whenever she makes a public or social appearance. Everything is audacious, brave, colourful, and new. For the podcast series The Bride Side, the actress chose a shimmering green matching set from designer Gaurav Gupta's line. Banita's ensemble featured a malachite-sculpted skirt, an embroidered top, and a dramatic taffeta cloak that gave her monochromatic attire a fashionable edge. She finished off the ensemble with an emerald drop necklace and emerald earrings. Banita opted for dewy makeup with kohl-lined eyes, sparkly eyelids, and a nude-toned lip colour while neatly braiding her hair.

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KIARA ADVANI

For the cover photo shoot of Femina Magazine, Kiara wore a similar dress. She, unlike Banita, finished off her no-accessories look with a minimal amount of glam makeup. Defining the contours, using gobs of mascara, and wearing pale lip colour. Kiara also looked very lovely in her new Bangs hairstyle.

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Also Read: Banita Sandhu and AP Dhillon spice up things up as they formally announce their romance on Instagram

After 25 years since the release of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Karan Johar and Salman Khan will reunite for an action entertainer which will be helmed by Shershaah director Vishnu Vardhan. The film is currently in the works and the plans are set to take it on the floor by December of this year. However, Karan says that he is superstitious about certain things so he won’t confirm or deny the collaboration.

In an interview with Pinkvilla, Karan shared, “I have the deepest respect for Salman and his entire family. My father was very close to Salim Saab (Salim Khan). The fact that Salman said yes to Kuch Kuch Hota Hai has never left my heart. All I can say at this moment is that the relationship will hopefully find celluloid space very soon. I am not confirming it, nor am I denying it as I am superstitious about certain things. I will speak about it when the time is right.”

Salman Khan had made a special appearance in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Rani Mukerji. For the part of Aman, a lot of actors had refused the role.  Karan revealed “A lot of actors had said no for the part of Aman. And then, I met Salman at Chunky Panday’s party. He came to me and said, ‘Only an absolutely confident person will do this film, and I am that person.’ I went to narrate the film, and at the end of the first half he said ‘I am doing the film’. I was like, ‘But you come in the second half’, he went to say, ‘I don’t care, I know where it’s going. I really like your dad; I like your energy and am doing your film.’ I walked out and was like Salman Khan is doing the film. I told Adi that this film has got really big now as we already had Shah Rukh, Kajol, and Rani.”

As per a previous report in the same portal, it was revealed that the film is to be based on one of the most heroic wins of India. "The script, screenplay, and dialogue draft are locked. Basic prep work is also done, and Vishnu intends to dive completely into the world of this war-based action thriller in October. The team is targeting to start the film with a brief schedule in the first half of December and then reunite for a marathon shoot in January," the source informed.

"Salman is committed to getting in the shape to play a paramilitary officer. He is hitting the gym daily and following a strict diet," the source added. ALSO READ: Karan Johar reveals that Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham was the third BIGGEST hit in the UK behind The Lord Of The Rings and Harry Potter: “A London exhibitor said that there are queues in the cold for this film”

With less than two months left for the release of Animal, the anticipation is through the roof for the Ranbir Kapoor starrer. Helmed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film sees Bobby Deol in an antagonist role. Interestingly in the teaser of the movie, viewers got a glimpse of his character for a brief moment towards the end. But theories on the internet say that his character is cannibalistic. So what does Bobby has to say about it?

Talking about Animal at the Jagran Film Festival, Bobby said, “I was really lucky that I got to be a part of Animal, I have loved Sandeep’s work. He is the only director who has made the same film twice and succeeded both the times. I want to do different characters and as I have said before, I want to break my image, get challenged and be very uncomfortable as an actor."

He also talked about the teaser and added, “When I did that shot, I didn’t even see the monitor. We were in a hurry to finish that moment. I saw the shot for the first time when I saw the teaser and I was like, ‘What? This is me!’ I am so glad about the response I have got for this one shot. It just shows that the audience wants to see me in something different. They want to know what I am doing in that shot– I can’t tell you that, but I am definitely eating something.”

Animal boasts talents including Anil Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and Triptii Dimri, ensuring a visual and emotional treat for all movie enthusiasts.

Animal is produced by Bhushan Kumar & Krishan Kumar's T-Series, Murad Khetani's Cine1 Studios, and Pranay Reddy Vanga's Bhadrakali Pictures. The film will be released worldwide on December 1, 2023 in 5 languages - Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.

Also Read: Bobby Deol drops shirtless photo after his look from Animal gets positive response

Actor Kirti Kulhari is set to go international with her latest feature Sach is Life. The slice-of-life film, based on the extraordinary true events of an Indian immigrant family based out of the US, will mark Kirti's international debut. Written and directed by Harsh Mahadeshwar, Sach is Life is based on the original life story of the Munshi family. The film is produced by Romila Saraf Bhat, Rahul Bhat, Red Bison Productions located in Princeton, New Jersey.

According to the makers, Sach is Life narrates the compelling tale of a devoted couple who remain united in their determination to provide their three-year-old son, diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a life that he deserves. Kirti Kulhari, who plays the role of the mother, Daisy Munshi, said she is thrilled to star in the film and feels special that Sach is Life marks her international debut.

The actor—known for her powerful performances in projects like Four More Shots Please!, Criminal Justice, Pink and Human—said Sach is Life chronicles a story of rising above one's circumstances to unleash the "power of unconditional love, celebrate human spirit and to always hold on to that little thing called hope".

"The makers are from the US but it's an Indian story. I'm extremely excited to collaborate with a crew from the US and to work in an environment outside of India. I'll do my best to make it a film that we all are going to be proud of," Kirti said in a statement.

Sach is Life is gearing to go on floors next year around April. The film will be shot in Kashmir, New Delhi, New Orleans, New Jersey and New York. Kirti said she's currently in New York and has been prepping for the film for the last two to three months.

"I was in Houston, Texas in August where my writer-director lives. We met up a few times. We started going through the script scene by scene, totally going into the depths of every scene and getting to know the characters and the tone of the film."

Before Sach is Life goes on floors, Kirti said the plan is to "extensively workshop" and relentlessly work on the script, to bring the inspiring story to life. As part of the prep, she is also scheduled to meet Daisy Munshi, whose character she is set to portray.

"This is also the first time I am playing a real-life character. The family lives in Albany. We are meeting the whole family, especially Daisy ji whose character I am playing and her son, Sachin Munshi. That's a big part of the prep that I am really looking forward to. I think it will give me a lot of understanding of her story.

"I will also get to understand her personality, just by observing her, her mannerisms. It's a very challenging, tough, intense role and I know that the only way I can do this is by going all in," she added.

Sach is Life also co-stars actor Jim Sarbh. Further details about the film are awaited.

Also Read: Kirti Kulhari confirms Khichdi 2; promises sequel will be “tastier, spicier and funnier”

Actress Urvashi Rautela, who was among the fortunate ones to witness India's triumphant victory over Pakistan at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium during the World Cup 2023, recently shared her plea to locate her missing 24 carat real gold iPhone, which she believed she misplaced at the stadium.

Taking to her social media platform, Urvashi Rautela, on October 15, reached out to her followers and posted, “Lost my 24 carat real gold i phone at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad! If anyone comes across it, please help. Contact me ASAP!” In a bid to heighten the chances of recovery, she tagged the official accounts of Ahmedabad Stadium and Narendra Modi Stadium in her post. The actress also included relevant hashtags such as Lost Phone, Ahmedabad Stadium, Help Needed, and indvspak to increase the post's visibility. Soon after her plea went public, the Ahmedabad Police responded with a concise comment, “Mobile phone detail.”

Lost my 24 carat real gold i phone at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad! If anyone comes across it, please help. Contact me ASAP! #LostPhone #AhmedabadStadium #HelpNeeded #indvspak@modistadium @ahmedabadpolice Tag someone who can help pic.twitter.com/2OsrSwBuba — URVASHI RAUTELA (@UrvashiRautela) October 15, 2023

Prior to this incident, Urvashi had shared a video from the stadium where she enthusiastically cheered on the Indian cricket team from the stands. For the occasion, the actress chose to wear a striking shiny blue bodycon dress.

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Urvashi Rautela, known for her roles in movies like Singh Saab the Great, Sanam Re, Hate Story 4, has an upcoming lineup of films, including Skanda, Dil Hai Gray, and Black Rose. Her most recent project was Inspector Avinash, which was released on JioCinema on May 18 and featured actors like Randeep Hooda, Amit Sial, Abhimanyu Singh, and Freddy Daruwala.

Also Read: Netizens ROASTS Urvashi Rautela for calling Pawan Kalyan CM of Andhra Pradesh

Vicky Kaushal’s Zara Hatke Zara Bachke, which released earlier this year and also starred Sara Ali Khan, gave a boost to the industry in terms of box office. He was then seen in Vijay Krishna Acharya’s The Great Indian Family. The release of Vicky’s Sam Bahadur, which is eagerly looked forward, is keenly awaited. Along with this film, the actor has an ambitious historical saga Chhava: The Great Warrior, which is the biopic on Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. For the unversed, he was the son of the founder of the Maratha empire Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Saibai Bhosale.

Bollywood Hungama has come to know that the movie is all set to go on floors on October 16 in Mumbai. We have also come to know that the first schedule will be for a week.

Chhava stars Rashmika Mandanna opposite Vicky. The film, which is a tribute to the great historical warrior, is directed by Rahul Janardan Jadhav and produced by Sunny Rajani and Vaibhav Bhor. It is adapted from author Dr. Jaysingrao Pawar’s Marathi book on Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.

Chhava will be Rashmika’s first historical in Bollywood. Before that movie comes up, she has Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal, where she is cast opposite Ranbir Kapoor.

Also Read: Sam Bahahur: Vicky Kaushal drops an intriguing poster ahead of trailer launch; see photo

Vicky Kaushal’s Zara Hatke Zara Bachke, which released earlier this year and also starred Sara Ali Khan, gave a boost to the industry in terms of box office. He was then seen in Vijay Krishna Acharya’s The Great Indian Family. The release of Vicky’s Sam Bahadur, which is eagerly looked forward, is keenly awaited. Along with this film, the actor has an ambitious historical saga Chhava: The Great Warrior, which is the biopic on Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. For the unversed, he was the son of the founder of the Maratha empire Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Saibai Bhosale.

Bollywood Hungama has come to know that the movie is all set to go on floors on October 16 in Mumbai. We have also come to know that the first schedule will be for a week.

Chhava stars Rashmika Mandanna opposite Vicky. The film, which is a tribute to the great historical warrior, is directed by Rahul Janardan Jadhav and produced by Sunny Rajani and Vaibhav Bhor. It is adapted from author Dr. Jaysingrao Pawar’s Marathi book on Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.

Chhava will be Rashmika’s first historical in Bollywood. Before that movie comes up, she has Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal, where she is cast opposite Ranbir Kapoor.

Also Read: Sam Bahahur: Vicky Kaushal drops an intriguing poster ahead of trailer launch; see photo

Vicky Kaushal’s Zara Hatke Zara Bachke, which released earlier this year and also starred Sara Ali Khan, gave a boost to the industry in terms of box office. He was then seen in Vijay Krishna Acharya’s The Great Indian Family. The release of Vicky’s Sam Bahadur, which is eagerly looked forward, is keenly awaited. Along with this film, the actor has an ambitious historical saga Chhava: The Great Warrior, which is the biopic on Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. For the unversed, he was the son of the founder of the Maratha empire Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Saibai Bhosale.

Bollywood Hungama has come to know that the movie is all set to go on floors on October 16 in Mumbai. We have also come to know that the first schedule will be for a week.

Chhava stars Rashmika Mandanna opposite Vicky. The film, which is a tribute to the great historical warrior, is directed by Rahul Janardan Jadhav and produced by Sunny Rajani and Vaibhav Bhor. It is adapted from author Dr. Jaysingrao Pawar’s Marathi book on Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.

Chhava will be Rashmika’s first historical in Bollywood. Before that movie comes up, she has Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal, where she is cast opposite Ranbir Kapoor.

Also Read: Sam Bahahur: Vicky Kaushal drops an intriguing poster ahead of trailer launch; see photo

Over the last 13 years, Colors’ stunt-based reality show Khatron Ke Khiladi has entertained audiences by showcasing the journeys of daredevils from different walks of life. Hosted by Rohit Shetty, the 13th edition of the show has concluded after capturing a rollercoaster ride of emotions, entertainment, and adventures. After a life-altering journey, daredevil contestant, Dino James won the game-changing season whereas Arjit Taneja and Aishwarya Sharma stood as the first and second runners-up respectively, giving the winner a tough fight. The grand finale of the 13th season took the entertainment quotient of television to its zenith with adrenaline-inducing stunts, glamour, games, performances, and hilarious moments.

Talking about his win, Dino James said, “Khatron Ke Khiladi 13 came into my life as a blessing and I’m grateful to have had such an amazing time on this iconic show.  I value the appreciation I got from Rohit sir and the opportunity to be bigger than my fears. I never imagined I had the capacity to become this evolved version of myself. The friendships I formed on this show were totally unexpected but precious. I dedicate my victory to my fans, who have been super supportive, and I’m touched that their love has come my way in abundance. I want to thank COLORS and the creators of this incredible show that marks the beginning of a whole new chapter in my life.”

As he navigated his way to victory, Dino James performed a total number of 16 stunts and won nine of them. He established himself as a formidable competitor at the outset of the season. He was everyone’s favourite stunt partner because he built credibility as a daredevil, who could pull off stunts impeccably. Apart from performing stunts to perfection, Dino entertained the contestants and the viewers by whipping out spontaneous raps. Host Rohit Shetty appreciated the rapper for being fearless not only while performing stunts, but also as he voiced his opinion when it mattered.

Commenting on the season and the contestant’s victory, Host Rohit Shetty said, “Each year, we harness our creative energies in crafting unprecedented and innovative challenges for our contestants and spiking up the fear factor of the show. In this edition, every participant showed courage in the most unexpected moments. Congratulations to Dino James for not only winning the trophy but also for winning viewers' hearts. I believe he is the most genuine and fearless contestant we've had this season. This edition would not have been a success without our base of ardent fans and viewers. I thank them for their constant love and support."

Deepak Dhar, Founder & Group CEO, Banijay Asia and Endemol Shine India, said, “What a nail-biting thrill it was to have a season packed with terrifying stunts, adventures, and non-stop action! As we draw the curtain on this phenomenal season, I would like to congratulate Dino James, the well-deserving winner, and the rest of the contestants for their daredevilry. We at Endemol Shine India are proud to have curated an edition that serves as a compelling reminder of why India's most popular stunt-based reality show continues to dominate the space of non-fiction offerings. We thank COLORS for its support and for providing the show a robust platform which helped us reach a wider audience.”

Apart from the stunts and entertainment quotient, Dino James also shared a great bond with co-contestants Shiv Thakare and Arjit Taneja inspired friendship goals. From the beginning of the season to the finale, the competition between Arjit Taneja and Dino was neck and neck until the latter’s victory.

Fear Factor - Khatron Ke Khiladi is an Endemol (part of Banijay Group) format and is produced and executed in India by Endemol Shine India.

Also Read: Khatron Ke Khiladi 13: Shiv Thakare pens emotional letter to Mom, talks about his 7 stitches; watch