In a recent interview, actor Vicky Kaushal shared that he doesn't feel like a “star” in today's world, where stardom is attainable like “instant coffee.” Vicky said that he believes that true stardom takes decades of hard work and dedication. He cited actors like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Hrithik Roshan as examples of true stars, who have all achieved longevity in their careers.

“The accessibility today is such that a person is a star only till he or she is in the news or trending on social media. A real star has to have longevity – like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan and Hrithik. Earlier in Bollywood, stardom came after decades of hard work and that fame was for life,” told Vicky in an interaction with Spicejet Limelight.

“Today, stardom is easily attainable-like instant coffee. You can even buy followers, fans, ticks and verifications. Today's stardom is like fast food,” he said. Vicky added that he is grateful for the love he receives from his audience, but he doesn't feel like he belongs in the same category as the "true stars" of Bollywood. "I am not a star," he said. "I am just an actor who is trying to do his best work."

Coming to the professional front, the 35-year-old actor was last seen in Zara Hatke Zara Bachke. He has several projects in the pipeline, including the late Field Marshal Sam Maneckshaw's biopic Sam Bahadur, which is slated to release on December 1.

Also Read: Vicky Kaushal opens up about the profound impact of marrying Katrina Kaif; says, “I couldn’t have asked for a better companion than Katrina to live this journey”

Actor Salman Khan, who currently hosts the reality show Bigg Boss OTT 2, has taunted contestant Bebika Dhurve. In the Weekend Ka Vaar episode, he said that she will even win the next few seasons of the show.

A promo clip of the episode was shared by Voot on Instagram on Saturday night. In the clip, Salman can be seen telling Bebika, "Bebika, aap bohut sahi ho, baaki sab bewakoof hai (Only you are right. Everyone else is a fool)." She replied, "No, sir."

Salman continued, "So, Bebika has been fantastic all this week. Everyone loves Bebika's personality. Bebika is going to win this season, next season, the next season after this. Beautiful, Bebika. Bebika k liye taaliyan (Clap for Bebika)." He then clapped even though he had a serious expression on his face.

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Recently, Salman said that his fans are his biggest strength and they keep motivating him to come back on Weekend Ka Vaar. As quoted by news agency ANI, he said, "My fans are my biggest achievement and pride! I am what I am because of them. Yes, I lose my cool on the show and sometimes even walk out but I always come back only and only for my fans who patiently wait for my Weekend ka Vaar."

The Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Bigg Boss OTT 2 will air on Sunday, July 30 at 9 pm on Voot.

Also Read: Pooja Bhatt on Bigg Boss OTT 2, “I only have regrets of things not done, not for things done!”

Singer Sonu Nigam and Bhushan Kumar, the head of T-Series, have ended their feud and renewed their friendship. Sonu was seen ringing in his 50th birthday with Bhushan Kumar and a few other members of the industry on Saturday night.

In a video shared by a paparazzo, Sonu was seen greeting Bhushan at the birthday bash. The duo exchanged greetings before they joined others at the bash. Sonu was seen cutting a massive cake while Bhushan stood beside him. The singer also opened a bottle of champagne and treated his fellow singers and musicians at the party.

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For the unversed, in 2020, Sonu opened up about the "music mafia" in the Bollywood industry. While he did not mention a name, many believed that he was referring to Bhushan Kumar. Shortly after, many musicians reacted to Sonu's claims about nepotism and that did not go down well with the singer.

It seems that the two have finally put their differences aside. Their recent association was for Aamir Khan’s Laal Singh Chaddha. Sonu lent his voice to the song, ‘Main Ki Karaan.’

Also Read: Sonu Nigam to mesmerise the audience with his voice in Laal Singh Chaddha’s upcoming song ‘Main Ki Karaan?’

Ranveer Singh recently treated his real-life ‘Rani’ Deepika Padukone to a special movie date on Saturday night. The power couple seemed thrilled as they stepped out to watch the much-acclaimed movie Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani which has been receiving rave reviews since its release.

Sporting an enthusiastic smile, Ranveer appeared excited to share this cinematic experience with his lady love, Deepika. Her radiant and broad smile spoke volumes about her happiness to be on a movie date with her beloved husband. Having earned heaps of praise for his performance in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, Ranveer now eagerly awaits Deepika's reaction on the film. Their adorable date night has already captured the hearts of fans and left them in awe of their delightful chemistry.

Taking to social media, he uploads a picture with his wife and giving three hilarious options on a poll which reads “Taking her to see Rocky Rani”. The options to this poll are super quirky and they read “She's gonna love it!”, “She's gonna LUHHHV it!” and “Chup kar chappal khayega.”

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Ranveer Singh has once again left everyone in awe with his exceptional acting prowess in the highly-anticipated film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. Critics and audiences have been effusive in their praise, hailing Ranveer's performance as one of his finest. His portrayal of Rocky, a character grappling with love and life's complexities, has been lauded for its authenticity and intensity.

Also Read: Anurag Kashyap confesses watching Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani “twice”; praises Karan Johar for addressing snobbery, all kinds of shame and phobias

Actress Ananya Panday is currently on a family holiday in Ibiza and has been sharing pictures from her trip on social media. The Liger actress has been dropping snippets of her vacation, which feature great outfit inspirations for your next getaway.

In her latest post, Ananya is seen in a printed bodycon mini dress, a neon-orange outfit, and a leopard-printed bikini set. She paired the mini dress with chunky white sneakers, a shoulder bag, dainty earrings, and minimal makeup. For the leopard-printed bikini, she opted for a dainty gold chain featuring charms, a messy top bun, darkened brows, and glowing skin.

In her latest post, Ananya is seen in a printed bodycon mini dress, a neon-orange outfit, and a leopard-printed bikini set. She paired the mini dress with chunky white sneakers, a shoulder bag, dainty earrings, and minimal makeup. For the leopard-printed bikini, she opted for a dainty gold chain featuring charms, a messy top bun, darkened brows, and glowing skin.

In the neon-orange outfit, the 24-year-old actress wore a strapless neckline and a gathered design on the front. She accessorised the outfit with a dainty necklace and stacked multi-coloured beaded bracelets. Lastly, centre-parted open locks, glossy nude lips, rouged cheeks, feathered brows, and glowing skin rounded it off.

While sharing the photos, the Pati Patni Aur Woh actress wrote, “obsessed with rysa and her digital camera (or is it the other way around ).” Ananya's BFF, Suhana Khan, loved the pictures and commented, "Wow my muse [angel emoticon]." The actress' fans were also impressed with her looks and flooded the comment section with fire and heart emojis.

Ananya Panday is currently gearing up for the release of her upcoming film, Dream Girl 2, which also stars Ayushmann Khurrana. The Raaj Shaandaliyaa directorial is slated to release on August 25, 2023. Also Read: Dream Girl 2 trailer to release on August 1; Ananya Panday and Chunky Panday amuse fans in new promo, watch

There is no doubt that Adarsh Gourav is known for his natural yet sensitive way of acting, but it is his connection with music that he found an ideal way to channelise his creativity. A trained Hindustani classical singer, he is also a songwriter, Adarsh also was part of two bands, Steepsky, a metal ore band, and Oak Island, a progressive metal band. He hopes to juggle both acting and music. After having released his last single four years back, Adarsh is now set to go back to the studio to record brand new music which he will release later this year. His musical talent is something that is more of a hidden treasure so far and wants to reach a space where his music reaches a wider audience.

Adarsh says, "Music has been a constant in my life but acting is something I got introduced to on the way and I equally love both. I have always wanted to balance both by doing work that speaks to me and my craft in both these scenes. I last recorded a single in 2019, and after almost 4 years I’m now all set to go back to record some brand new music which is primarily going to be new singles."

He further adds, "It’s going to be soulful, vocal-driven pieces, something I’m naturally inclined towards. Music, for me, is a way to express my feelings and channelise my creativity. I started my music journey through an introduction to Hindustani music and got introduced to the works of some of the legends who I’m till date deeply inspired by."

On the acting front, Adarsh Gourav will soon be seen in Guns and Gulaabs, which is a comedy crime thriller, created and directed by mavericks Raj and DK. It is based in the 80s world of crime and violence. Rajkummar Rao, Gulshan Devaiah, Dulquer Salmaan, and TJ Bhanu will also be playing important roles in the movie. Adarsh will also be seen in Kho Gaye Hum Kahan starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Ananya Pandey.

Also Read: Trailer of Raj & DK’s Guns & Gulaabs starring Rajkummar Rao, Dulquer Salmaan, Adarsh Gourav to arrive on August 2

Karan Johar’s return as a director after almost seven years with Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani was keenly looked forward. And once the teaser, trailer and the songs of the film, which stars Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in lead roles, were out, the anticipation touched the sky. The wait for the film’s release has turned out to be worth going by the response the film is garnering.

Going by the reactions for Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, the audience has shown a thumbs up to the movie as they got to witness an entertaining family romantic film after a long time. With Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, Karan Johar has once again proven himself as one of the most prolific filmmakers of today’s era.

The film is also having a versatile effect on the audience. Once can see them laughing, cheering and hooting in the first half. But what is taking them by surprise is the post-interval portion which is striking an emotional cord and thereby providing a heart-warming feeling.

Among the various positives are the performances of the ensemble cast. Ranveer Singh looked in form in the promos as an energetic Rocky Randhawa. But the film showed much more than that. The audience is coming in to watch Ranveer but they are leaving the cinema halls with Rocky. Such has been the layered character, which has been performed impressively by the star.

Produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani also stars Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan and Shabana Azmi.

Also Read: Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Box Office: Film collects Rs. 11.10 cr on Day 1; emerges as Ranveer Singh’s 8th highest opening day grosser

French Luxury hair care brand, Kérastase is delighted to reveal Sonam Kapoor as their brand spokesperson in India! The Bollywood star known for her impeccable fashion choices, is looking radiant in her new hair campaign with the brand!

“For me, self-care is something I’ve always believed in! When you’re travelling, working, and trying to play multiple roles at the same time it’s so important to make sure that you invest in the right kind of care. Kérastase is a brand I deeply resonate with. It not only stands for innovative luxurious hair products but also for the message they deliver to women: dare to be who you want, because you have the potential! I’m so excited for our collaboration!” says Sonam Kapoor.

Kérastase has been in India since 2005 and is now well known for its innovative and luxurious hair care offering that it brings to consumers through salons across 41 cities in India and through its own DTC platform www.kerastase.in. Today it is the leading luxury hair care brand in the world thanks to its philosophy and mission which goes much deeper than just hair!

“For us at Kérastase, it’s all about our consumers, the women who trust us. We use science and technology in hair care to help hair reach its full potential. Our brand line is You dare, We care -it’s a simple promise to women telling them to go after what they want – that new hair colour or new hair cut or new hair style, because they have a brand that will care for their hair- that will repair it, nourish it and make it shine!” says Anjali Pai, GM Kérastase India. ALSO READ: Sonam Kapoor wishes to do commercial films, family entertainers: “I wish to do more such films that is hopefully loved by everyone”

Bawaal, starring Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor, released on Prime Video on July 21. Helmed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film has opened to mixed reviews. While many applauded the performances of the actors, the film was also criticized for the analogies related to Auschwitz, Hitler and World War II references. Some even called the makers insensitive for using a highly sensitive topic as analogies in a romance drama. Ambassador of Israel to India Naor Gilon on Friday spoke about the Auschwitz–Holocaust reference in Bawaal. He said that he has not watched the film, but the trivialization of the Holocaust should disturb all.

“I did not and will not watch the film Bawaal but from what I’ve read, there was a poor choice of terminology and symbolism. Trivialisation of the Holocaust should disturb all. I urge those who don’t know enough about the horrors of the #Holocaust to educate themselves about it,” the ambassador wrote.

I did not and will not watch the film Bawaal but from what I’ve read, there was a poor choice of terminology and symbolism. Trivialization of the Holocaust should disturb all. I urge those who don’t know enough about the horrors of the #Holocaust to educate themselves about it. — Naor Gilon (@NaorGilon) July 28, 2023

“Our embassy is constantly working to propagate educational materials on this crucial subject, and we are open to engaging in conversations with all individuals to foster a better understanding of the universal lessons derived from the Holocaust," the Israel in India embassy tweeted.

The Israeli embassy is disturbed by the trivialization of the significance of the Holocaust in the recent movie 'Bawaal'. There was a poor choice in the utilization of some terminology in the movie, and though we assume no malice was intended, we urge everyone who may not be…

— Israel in India (@IsraelinIndia) July 28, 2023

Bawaal is a love story by Sajid Nadiadwala’s production banner Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment in collaboration with Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari and Nitesh Tiwari’s Earthsky Pictures. ALSO READ: Varun Dhawan defends Auschwitz, Hitler analogies in Bawaal, takes a dig at Bhagavad Gita scene in Oppenheimer: “Don’t understand where that sensitivity or the trigger goes when they watch an English film”

Released in 2013, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's directorial Bhaag Milkha Bhaag completed 10 years this month and to pay tribute to the Indian sprint legend, the late Milkha Singh, the COO of Viacom18 Studios, Ajit Andhare and Executive Producer of Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, P. S. Bharathi from ROMP Pictures will be re-releasing the biographical sports drama on August 6 in selected theaters. Ahead of the re-release, a special screening was scheduled on July 26 for hearing and speech-impaired people at PVR Icon Andheri West, Mumbai and the cast came together to pay homage to the late Milkha Singh. Farhan Akhtar attended one screening with the team and was overwhelmed with the experience.

Sharing a slew of photos on Instagram, Farhan Akhtar wrote, “To celebrate a decade of Milkha ji’s story on film, a screening was held in Mumbai for people with hearing loss. The Indian Sign Language Organisation (ISL), Viacom 18 and Bharathi Mehra have worked for months and created a theatrical version of Bhaag Milkha Bhaag with sign language. Their effort is beyond exemplary. It was truly an overwhelming experience to be there and be part of this historic moment. Thank you to @pvrcinemas_official for supporting this and re-releasing the film with sign language in over 30 screens across the country.”

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Bhaag Milkha Bhaag traced the inspiring journey of the late Milkha Singh played by Farhan Akhtar and how he overcomes many agonizing obstacles in order to become a world champion, Olympian, and one of India's most iconic athletes. The film was also a massive box office success and was the fifth highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2013. ALSO READ: Farhan Akhtar starrer Bhaag Milkha Bhaag to be re-released in theatres on August 6 for hearing and speech-impaired people

The highly anticipated film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has finally hit the silver screen, leaving audiences in a state of awe and exhilaration. The film, starring the dynamic duo of Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt, has already been the talk of the town for weeks leading up to its release, but it was the inclusion of beloved starlets Varun Dhawan, Sara Ali Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, and Ananya Panday, that took the excitement to new heights.

Sara Ali Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, and Ananya Panday were the subject of eager anticipation as fans eagerly awaited their much-hyped cameo appearances in the film. While Ranveer and Alia's presence alone was enough to spark enthusiasm, it was the surprise addition of these three stars that truly leveled up the excitement. In an electrifying and captivating intro song 'Heartthrob' featuring Ranveer Singh, Sara Ali Khan unquestionably stole the spotlight with her radiant energy and magnetic charisma. The actress seemed to be on an unstoppable high, and her effervescence translated effortlessly on the big screen, leaving the audience in absolute awe.

Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions present A Dharma Productions film, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, produced by Hiroo Yash Johar, Karan Johar, and Apoorva Mehta, has released on the big screen on July 28, 2023. ALSO READ: Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani: Writer Ishita Moitra overwhelmed with positive response: “Thank you Karan Johar for giving me some of the most incredible writing days of my life”

Ayushmann Khurrana is one of those rare artistes who is a mainstream actor and at the same time a prolific singer. Apart from some impressive songs in his own films like ‘Paani Da Rang’, ‘Saadi Gali’ and ‘Haareya’, he has also come up with singles where he has displayed the richness of his vocal cords with ‘Mitti Di Khushboo’ being the most known. Ayushmann came up with another single earlier this month in the form of ‘Raatan Kaaliyan’, which has also become successful and is applauded by fans.

Sharing his reaction on the same, Ayushmann said in a statement, “I’m glad that ‘Raatan Kaaliyan’ is being called a hit song now and that it is getting so much love from Indians and South Asians across so many countries. The feedback and the love that I’m getting from people across the world is simply overwhelming. This reminds me that I should give more time to my music and give the audience more music and hopefully they enjoy it in the years to come!”

Speaking about the inspiration behind his music, he added, “My music is a reflection of my soul and my state of mind. I believe I bare my deepest thoughts through my music and I’m fortunate that people have loved my music since ‘Paani Da Rang’ and the emotions that I have tried to convey through my songs.”

Ayushmann believes that, at the end of the day, it is the audience that decides the fate of any song. “It is the audience who make music into chartbusters,” he said. “It has to appeal to their heart and speak to their mind. No amount of publicity or marketing can make a song into a hit. There is no formula for it because delivering a hit completely depends on how your song connects with the audience. I would like to believe I have been quite lucky to have many such songs. It feels amazing to have hits to my credit - be it my films or my music. I like to entertain people with my craft, as an actor and as a singer. So, I feel genuinely happy when they appeal to the widest possible audience.”

‘Raatan Kaaliyan’ is composed by Rochak Kohli and written by Gurpreet Saini and Gautam G Sharma.

As far as films are concerned, Ayushmann will next be seen in the keenly awaited Dream Girl 2. Directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa and also starring Ananya Panday, the film will be releasing in theatres on August 25.

Also Read: Ayushmann Khurrana says “Pooja in Dream Girl 2 is an ode” to Kamal Haasan, Aamir Khan and Govinda for playing female characters on screen

Although Hrithik Roshan is not very active on social media, his girlfriend Saba Azad has always shared updates about them on the platform. Recently, the couple took off on a trip to Argentina, and Saba decided to share glimpses of the same on her social media handle. In the past, the two actors garnered quite a bit of attention owing to their relationship and the massive age difference between the two of them. However, neither Hrithik nor Saba has shied away from accepting their relationship and even make public appearances together.

Saba Azad took to her Instagram story to share photos of their Argentina trip. In one of the pics posted by the actress-singer, Hrithik Roshan is seen posing with a yummy drink and a delicious dessert, and Saba has captioned it saying, “My hippo heart ????” In yet another photo, Saba and Hrithik are posing for a selfie at Buenos Aires.

Readers would be aware that Hrithik Roshan started dating the Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge actor after his divorce with his childhood sweetheart Sussanne Khan. The two of them are currently coparenting their two children, Hrehaan and Hridhan and, also share a cordial relationship with each other as well as their respective partners. For the unversed, Sussanne is dating Aly Goni.

On the other hand, Hrithik Roshan and Saba Azad have never shied away from their relationship and are often also seen interacting and spending time with each other’s families. The two of them are also seen supporting and encouraging each other in terms of their professional work on social media. Talking about their work, while Saba is dabbling between web series and her music career, Hrithik Roshan fans are eagerly waiting to see him on the big screen in Fighter, in which he is expected to essay the role of an air force pilot. He is paired alongside Deepika Padukone for the first time and the film is slated for release next year.

Also Read: Hrithik Roshan remembers his grandfather ‘Daduji’ Roshan on his 106th birth anniversary: “Legends have a way of transcending time through their art”

Dev Entertainment Ventures and Pramod Films once again collaborates to bring in the magical tale of Mahabharata on big screen. Produced by Bengal's superstar Dev Adhikari and Prateek Chakravorty from Mumbai, the film promises to be Bengal's biggest visual extravaganza.

The production houses have roped in Bollywood filmmaker Ram Kamal Mukherjee to helm this magnum opus. While Rukmini Maitra will play the title role. The film is based on noted author Pratibha Ray's award winning Odiya novel Yajnaseni. "When director Ram Kamal approached me for the film rights of Yajnaseni through my publisher Rupa Publications, I was delighted that even today Indian filmmakers are interested in the story of Mahabharata. My book, Yajnaseni, is about Mahabharata from Draupadi's point of view with contemporary relevance. Yajnaseni is an epitome of Patience, Penance and Power. It's a creative collaboration, and Ram Kamal being an author himself, will definitely do justice to Yajnaseni and her story. I feel we are at the right time to revisit our epics and tell the new generation about our culture and heritage, winner Pratibha Ray says.

Producer Dev Adhikari from Dev Entertainment Ventures says, "After watching Ram Kamal's work in Binodiini Ekti Natir Upakhyan, I realized that he has an amazing sense of aesthetics and visual presentation skill. When he shared his dream of making Draupadi, I felt that he would certainly do justice to the scale and subject. I have also witnessed the range of Rukmini as a performer in Binodiini, and I knew why Ram Kamal wanted to cast her as Draupadi. As a producer uniqueness of his narrative attracted me. It's going to be a mind-blowing experience for all."

Producer Prateek Chakraborty from Pramod Films says, "Mahabharat is one of the most epic tales ever told. The characters, their journey, their redemptions are life lessons. An attempt to recreate this grandiose saga is both intriguing, exciting and nerve wracking and we attempt to say it in Bangla in it's most ambitious form. Having worked with Ram Kamal Mukherjee on Binodiini Ekti Natir Upakhyan; reinstated my faith in him as a master storyteller who produces what he presents and his vision of Mahabharata bowled me away to start this new magnificent journey. And Rukmini Maitra who has encapsulated the essence of 'Nati Binodini' beyond expectations is here only to fly further and her as Draupadi only takes the bar several notches higher. So I am looking forward to the responsibility of creating this magnum opus with Dev, Ram Kamal and Rukmini."

Bengal's leading actress Rukmini Maitra says, "It's pleasure to reunite with Ram Kamal after Binodiini Ekti Natir Upakhyan, because he makes me feel comfortable in characters that are extremely challenging to portray on screen. Guess, these are the little perks that you enjoy while working with a friend. He has been wanting to make Draupadi, but he waited for the right time. It's an honour to be a part of Mahabharata, a subject that is so close to every Indian. Needless to say, this will definitely be one of the most challenging roles in my career after Binodiini."

The production houses released a motion poster designed by Ekta Bhattacharjee from Ekta Tales with background score composed by Sourendro and Soumyojit duo. The Sanskrit verses in Draupadi motion poster are written by Ram Kamal. Currently the director is wrapping up his postproduction work on Binodiini Ekti Natir Upakhyan, and simultaneously working on the research and screenplay of the film. "I am thankful to my producers Dev and Prateek for standing by my vision once again, this time on a much larger scale. I am grateful to Pratibhaji (Ray) for giving us the official filming rights of her best seller novel Yajnaseni. And finally, I am overwhelmed to reunite with my most favourite Rukmini as Draupadi. I know for a fact that we both will have to work hard on this film. I don't remember when was the last time Bengali cinema produced a mythological film? Hats off to Dev and Prateek for taking that leap of faith with me and Rukmini," says director Ram Kamal Mukherjee. He will be working along with Paawaan Aagarwal as co-researcher and screenplay writer for this film. He worked as my Chief Associate Director in Binodiini Ekti Natir Upakhyan. The remaining cast and technical team will be finalized after completion of screenplay. "This film needs four months pre-production and rigorous workshop before we hit the floor," added Mukherjee.

Also Read: Ek Duaa producer Esha Deol and director Ram Kamal Mukherjee are delighted as film earns international award

In his 25th year as a filmmaker, Karan Johar’s Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt released today in theatres worldwide. The film also stars Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, Shabana Azmi and Bengali actors Tota Roy Chowdhury and Churni Ganguly. As the appreciation is increasing tenfold for the film, writer Ishita Moitra penned a heartfelt note and shared a series of photos with Karan Johar, Dharmendra, Shabana Azmi, Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt.

In a lengthy note on Friday, Ishita Moitra thankd Karan Johar for giving the opportunity to channel her creative energy. She wrote, “Soch nayi swaad wahi”. To me this represents the core tenet of #RRKPK. While this film is a love letter to Hindi cinema, we also aimed for it to, within its warm embrace make some pertinent points about gender roles, cancel culture, and of course, patriarchy. Thank you @karanjohar for giving me some of the most incredible writing days of my life. Our discussions, the old Hindi film songs, the Sau Din Saas Ke conversations and of course, the fat free, gluten free, sugar free - FREE- cakes. There is an ease about you, that makes work fun and stress free, and that’s so hard to replicate. You are a force of nature and a creative giant. And I learn something from you, every second I spend with you. When I moved to Mumbai, much to the amusement of everyone, I used to announce quite seriously that one day I was going to write for KJo. Somen, because of you, this long cherished dream has actually turned into reality. Thank you @somenmishra for bringing me to Dharma. I am so chuffed that I am getting to tell some of my best stories thanks to you.”

She thanked the cast including the lead stars and wrote, “Thank you my Rocky and Rani. @ranveersingh @aliaabhatt Your commitment, dedication, sincerity to the craft and pure raw talent is so galvanising. I just can’t thank you both enough for your brilliance in elevating the material. Shabana ji, @azmishabana18 phir kabhi phir ko fir nahin bolungi. Thank you for being such a committed artiste and a proud feminist. I am so inspired your fearlessness and talent. Jaya Ji - it was so delightful to see you do this evil turn. The relish with which you were saying your lines and the comic timing that just faded into antagonism with so much ease, was exceptional. Dharam ji. @aapkadharam I am still pinching myself. I can’t believe you mouthed my lines. And the little time I spent with you on set, is going to be part of my core memories for life. Thank you @kshiteejog Aamir Basheer, @anjalidineshanand @utterlychurni and @totaroychoudhury for your pitch perfect performances. @shaunagautam @baidnitin @manushnandandop @shashankkhaitan @gogoroy @sohelsanwari and each and every member of the cast and crew, it was a privilege and honour working on the same film as you all.”

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Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions present A Dharma Productions film, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, produced by Hiroo Yash Johar, Karan Johar, and Apoorva Mehta, has released on the big screen on July 28, 2023. ALSO READ: Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani: Ranveer Singh reveals Ranbir Kapoor’s reaction after watching the movie: “He was really appreciative”

When not making a statement on the red carpet, we frequently spot our favourite celebs sporting their own unique sense of glamour, and this time, Jacqueline Fernandez has captured everyone's attention. The Sri Lankan beauty Jacqueline Fernandez has won over hearts all over the world with her alluring personality and amazing fashion sense. Jacqueline's style is nothing short of an art form that inspires fashion fans, with a captivating fusion of elegance and eclecticism. She has given us many good reasons to adore her fashion choices. The actress has once again captured our hearts with her understated yet elegant look.

Jacqueline Fernandez is the ultimate expert when it comes to OOTDs in street fashion. Her most recent Instagram posts resemble a fashion extravaganza that was the buzz of the town. She wore a bralette in blue denim with a low neckline. The Prada organic denim top costs $795, which is about equivalent to Rs 65,000. The tie-on details and backless style gave it some attitude. Not to be overlooked are the vivid red trousers, which gave the look the ideal punch of colour. Those pants had fantastic straps falling down and shredded knees, and they were pure swag. The diva finished the ensemble with casual trainers, understated jewellery, golden hoops and a chain. her hair, too? Oh, those long, high braids really upped the drama.

Meanwhile, on work front, Jacqueline will be next seen in film Crakk which also stars John Abraham and Vidyut Jamwal. She also has Fateh with Sonu Sood in pipeline.

SUMMARY OF LOOK DETAILS:

ACTRESS: Jacqueline Fernandez

OUTFIT: Prada

STYLIST: Chandini Whabi

MAKE-UP: Shaan Mutthathil

HAIR: Marce Pedrozo

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Welcome 3 has in the works for a while. Akshay Kumar will be back with the third installment. The script has been locked. Reports now say that Nana Patekar and Anil Kapoor are now no longer part of the project. Instead, Munna Bhai duo Sanjay Dutt and Arshad Warsi will be joining the franchise.

As per a report in Pinkvilla, a source revealed, “Of the 3 films under Firoz Nadiadwala’s banner, Welcome might be the first to take off as the script is ready a while back. The filmmaker is planning to bring a spin to the narrative of this comic caper by getting Sanjay Dutt and Arshad to play the notorious gangsters – Majnu and Uday. The duo have already shown their chemistry as Munna and Circuit and now it will be time to explore the dimension in a new franchise.”

When asked why Patekar and Kapoor are no longer part of the project, the source added, “It’s a case of monetary disagreements between the duo and the producer.”

The film is expected to go on floors next year after Akshay Kumar wraps Jolly LLB 3 and Housefull 5. ALSO READ: Arshad Warsi spills the beans: Welcome 3 gets the go-ahead; says, “It has me, Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Paresh Rawal”

In his 25th year as a filmmaker, Karan Johar’s Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt released today in theatres worldwide. The film also stars Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, Shabana Azmi and Bengali actors Tota Roy Chowdhury and Churni Ganguly. A few days ago, a special screening was hosted for industry members and Ranbir Kapoor was in attendance to support Alia and the team.

At a recent promotional event, Ranveer Singh recalled Ranbir Kapoor’s reaction after watching the movie. He told the reporters, “The other day Ranbir saw our film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani with us, it was so lovely to hear from somebody whose craft I admire so much. He was like ‘It’s not that you’ve played Delhi guy before but there was absolutely no similarity’. Ranbir was really appreciative.”

Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions present A Dharma Productions film, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, produced by Hiroo Yash Johar, Karan Johar, and Apoorva Mehta is all set to hit the big screen on July 28, 2023. ALSO READ: Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani: Churni Ganguly defends the Bengali stereotypes in Karan Johar movie: “Portraits of Tagore are something you see in many Bengali houses”

Some people easily stand out in the world of fashion, winning admiration for their exquisite taste and charisma. The gorgeous Raashi Khanna is one such diva who has been making waves in the fashion industry. She has succeeded in carving out a name for herself in the fashion world with her alluring beauty and natural fashion sense. Raashi has consistently worn stylish outfits on the red carpet and in movies, expressing her outgoing attitude and refined taste. She understands how to turn heads and steal hearts, whether she's wearing a traditional saree or sashaying in a stylish modern dress. Raashi's path in fashion has been nothing short of a fairy tale, and with each appearance, she manages to enthral both fans and detractors of fashion.

The distinction between traditional ethnic clothing and those with a contemporary twist is subtle. Raashii Khanna appears to be tightrope walking that line. The actress recently posted images of herself on Instagram sporting a gorgeous ethnic ensemble. Tarun Tahiliani's white saree attire for Raashii features an ivory twisted pallu that drapes over her shoulder. Her saree has a panelled pattern and is made of silk chiffon. It is complemented with a fluted blouse with transparent sleeves and a cutaway back, which is edged with a beautiful gold border. The cost of her saree is Rs. 1,49,900. Raashii selected dangling earrings made of hefty silver ethnic jewellery. She added to the delectable attractiveness of the outfit by wearing her hair in curls and letting her defined eye makeup and bronzed complexion stand out.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Raashi will be next seen in Bollywood Yodha opposite Sidharth Malhotra and Disha Patani. She also has Tamil horror comedy Aranmai 4 & Methavi in works.

SUMMARY OF LOOK DETAILS:

ACTRESS: Raashi Khanna

OUTFIT: Tarun Tahiliani

STYLIST: Preetham Jukalker

HAIR: Charlotte Wang

MAKE-UP: Rajab Ali

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The trailer launch event of Gadar 2 was mismanaged and highly delayed. But it boasted some entertaining moments thanks to the artists of the film who shared fascinating trivia about the film. Ameesha Patel narrated how she was told by some of the prominent people of the Bollywood fraternity that she should not sign Gadar (2001), in which she played a mother.

Ameesha Patel said, “When Anil Sharma narrated the story of Gadar to me, there were some of the biggest Bollywood personalities whom I met. I won't like to name them. They told me, 'Aap yeh kaisa role kar rahe ho? Aur kyun kar rahe ho?' This was the time when I was doing a film with Salman Khan (Yeh Hai Jalwa; 2002), in which I was playing a college-going girl. I was working on a film with Ajay Devgn (Parwana; 2003), in which he played a professor while I again was a college student. I was also working on two films with Hrithik Roshan – Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai (2000) and Aap Mujhe Acche Lagne Lage (2002). In both these films, I was yet again playing a young girl. Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai had not even released and everyone was of the opinion that ‘aap maa ka role kar hi nahin paaoge’. But I like challenges and going out of my comfort zone. I also had faith in my director (Anil Sharma). He’s brilliant. Aur itni khoobsurat prem kahani, na pehle kabhi likhi thi, na kabhi koi likhega.”

Ameesha continued, “It was difficult but Anil ji used to patiently guide me at every step to ensure I look like a mother and not a college student. He worked with me on dialogues, looks etc for 6 months. We used to sit for 12 hours a day.”

Ameesha Patel then said, “When Gadar 2 was being discussed, again people questioned me, ‘Dude, have you seen yourself on Instagram? ‘Lazy Lamhe’ waali ladki ab kaise Gadar karegi? How will she play mother to a 20-year-old boy? I decided to take up the challenge yet again!”

Also present at the event were Sunny Deol, Utkarsh Sharma, director Anil Sharma, Shariq Patel of Zee Studios etc.

Also Read: Gadar 2 Trailer Launch: Ameesha Patel claims Gadar was labelled as ‘gutter’ before its release: “I said this is not a dejection, here I will work harder”

Gadar – Ek Prem Katha (2001) is one of the biggest hits of Indian cinema. It elevated Sunny Deol’s stardom by many notches. He showed his romantic and comic side in the film but he was loved the most for his action avatar. Some of the action scenes in the film have achieved cult status. As a result, the expectations are immense from Gadar 2. The trailer of the film was launched yesterday, on July 26. The response has been positive, especially for the action sequences involving the veteran star.

Anil Sharma excitedly spoke about Sunny Deol at the trailer launch, “There’s a scene involving Sunny Deol doing action with a hammer. Our team of 10-15 people were sitting one day. I asked them, ‘Jo Bollywood aur South ke bade bade hero hai, woh yeh scene karte toh kaise lagta?’ They unanimously said, ‘Woh log karte toh bhi accha lagta lekin jaise Sunny sir lag rahe hai, waisa koi nahin lagta’!” As expected, fans and media broke into applause over this statement.

Anil Sharma also stated, “When I met him for the narration, he asked me, ‘Sharma ji, hum (Gadar 2) kyun bana rahe hai? Gadar itni badi hit hai. Uski ek legacy hai. I replied, ‘Kyunki poora Hindustan chahta hai ki Gadar 2 banein. Humein logon ki toh sunni chahiye’. This is when he agreed to a narration. When he heard the story, unki aankhon mein nanha sa ek aansoo aaya. That’s how the journey began’.”

Anil Sharma talked highly of Sunny Deol’s co-star Ameesha Patel, “Then Sakina came on board. I fail to understand yeh itni sundar kaise lagti hai? Inka roop badhta hi ja raha hai. Samay badh raha hai par inki umar kam hoti ja rahi hai!”

Gadar 2 releases in cinemas on August 11.

Also Read: Gadar 2 trailer launch: “Anil Sharma mujhe naaraaz karte rehte hai aur main inse fight karti rehti hoon. I BLOCK him on Instagram and WhatsApp” – Ameesha Patel

The trailer of Gadar 2, starring Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel, released on Wednesday. The trailer showcases Tara Singh in his formidable and action-packed avatar. The trailer was released on the occasion of Kargil Vijay Divas. The trailer was launched at a grand event attended by Anil Sharma, Sunny Deol, Ameesha Patel, Utkarsh Sharma, Shariq Patel, Simrat Kaur, Mithoon, Alka Yagnik, Jubin Nautiyal and Aditya Narayan.

Set amidst the tumultuous ‘Crush India Movement’ of 1971, the trailer is packed with powerful dialogues, and high-octane action featuring military tankers, trucks, and the iconic hand pump. The India vs Pakistan storytelling has become the brand of Gadar over the years. However, Sunny Deol says that people of both countries have equal love for each other. It is the politics that birth the hatred.

Speaking to reporters at the Gadar 2 trailer launch, Sunny Deol, who is also BJP MP from Punjab's Gurdaspur, said, 'The essence lies in humanity, not in taking or giving. There is love on both sides (India-Pakistan). It is the political game that creates all this hatred. And you will see the same in this film as well that the people do not want us to fight with each other."

The film is directed by Anil Sharma and produced by Zee Studios, Anil Sharma Productions and MM Moviez. It will release in theatres on August 11, 2023. ALSO READ: Gadar 2 Trailer: Sunny Deol will return as the powerful Tara Singh as he once again wages a war for his family and his nation

The launch of the first song ‘Zinda Banda’ from the much-anticipated film Jawan is around the corner, and there are many speculations of how grand the song would be. The audiences' curiosity is at its peak, especially after the makers unveiled Jawan prevue. After experiencing the action, thrill, and adventure of the short video, it's time to turn up the volume and get ready for the dance number composed by renowned South musician Anirudh Ravichander.

Sources close to the film revealed that the upcoming song ‘Zinda Banda’ has been shot on a massive scale and further went on to reveal, “The track promises to be a massive celebration number, shot on a grand scale in Chennai, over five days, with over 1000 dancers from all across Indian cities like Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Madurai, Mumbai and more. Produced at an impressive budget of over Rs. 15 crores, ‘Zinda Banda’ will showcase the spectacular visual of SRK dancing like never-before with thousands of girls. With Anirudh composing and helming the vocals as well and the moves are choreographed by Shobi, this track is all set to get the nation grooving.”

Until now, the only glimpse that the audiences received of Jawan music is that of ‘The King Khan rap’, performed by the Grammy-nominated artist Raja Kumari, which was also a part of the prevue. The much anticipated first song will set the tone for the film and will give a deeper insight into the world of Jawan.

Directed by Atlee, the film is backed by an ensemble cast which includes Nayanthara, and Vijay Sethupathi who will be seen in lead roles, along with Deepika Padukone in a special appearance. Other actors like Sanya Malhotra, Priyamani, Girija Oak, Sanjeeta Bhattacharya, Lehar Khan, Aaliyah Qureshi, Ridhi Dogra, Sunil Grover and Mukesh Chhabra will be seen in pivotal roles. Produced by Gauri Khan and co-produced by Gaurav Verma, Jawan will release worldwide in theatres on September 7, 2023 in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages.

Also Read: The first song of Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Jawan that will be out is titled ‘Zinda Banda’; expected to be launched in the first week of August

Bawaal starring Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor released on Prime Video on July 21. Helmed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film has opened to mixed reviews. The actress recently sat down for a conversation to talk about several aspects of the film industry. During the same chat, she talked about the PR game and how important it has become to do self-promotions in order to remain relevant in the industry.

In a recent conversation with Pinkvilla, Janhvi Kapoor spoke about the pressure of staying relevant in the industry and the PR strategies. She said, “I’ve been told there’s a major lack of PR on my part. But, you know, I have noticed in these past five years, so many people after a film releases the conversations always along the lines of ‘there’s no such thing as a bad film, it's only bad marketing.’ ‘Arre aise promote karna chahiye tha’ (You must have promoted your film this way).”

She added, “I think that there’s an intrinsic fear when you are in an industry or in an environment where everyone kind of has, you know those speaker phones and everybody is shouting to do this and do that, and you are scared that if I’m the only quite one, would anyone even notice. But I think it takes a lot of courage to stick to your guns and be like no, my work is enough. I think that takes a lot and it’s very daunting. And most times we can’t follow through with it and I know that I have wavered.”

“I think it's interesting to observe how the conversation is always marketing and PR driven and not so much that think about your films choices or may be this or may be that as oppose to ‘Aree thoda zyada naach leti toh shayad achha kar leti,” Janhvi further added.

During the same chat, when Varun Dhawan asked Janhvi about the most ‘insecure’ thing she has done for movie promotions, she said, “So I did this film called Mili and I got a lot of great reviews and appreciation for my performance, but it didn’t perform well at all at the box office. So, I was being told to take what you can from it and then they made these creatives of people saying a lot of positive things about just the performance. They (makers) were like okay, let’s plaster this everywhere so that people forget that it (Mili) only earned like negligible amounts of money at the box office. You know the good reviews, which is great and makes complete logical sense. It’s not even like we are lying, it's the truth. I think…to get your brain to work in that way is like a 10 percent bikau (saleable) nature to what should be a sacred art form I think.”

Meanwhile, Janhvi Kapoor was seen alongside Varun Dhawan in Bawaal. The actress will next star in Mr and Mrs Mahi and Devara. ALSO READ: Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor starrer Bawaal becomes one of the most-viewed movies of the week!

Bollywood actors Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt have been busy promoting their upcoming movie Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. Billed as a new era of love, the film is helmed by Karan Johar. The premiere of the movie was held on Tuesday night which saw the attendance of who’s who of the industry. Karisma Kapoor was in attendance to support her sister-in-law Alia Bhatt.

Karisma Kapoor took to her Instagram to share a photo with Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor from the theatre. Smiling for the camera, the actress captioned it, “My heartline and My bloodline. Rocky and Ranbir.”

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Ranveer Singh attended the premiere with his family sans Deepika Padukone who recently flew outside Mumbai for work. Ranbir Kapoor was in attendance to support Alia Bhatt. Amongst the several other celebrities who attended Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani premiere were Katrina Kaif – Vicky Kaushal, Malaika Arora, Gauri Khan, Javed Akhtar, Shabana Azmi, Jaya Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan. Shweta Bachchan Nanda, Ananya Panday, Sara Ali Khan, Ibrahim Ali Khan, among others.

Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions present A Dharma Productions film, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, produced by Hiroo Yash Johar, Karan Johar, and Apoorva Mehta is all set to hit the big screen on 28th July, 2023. ALSO READ: Alia Bhatt says Ranveer Singh would put his puffer jacket on her in freezing weather in Kashmir during ‘Tum Kya Mile’ shoot for Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani

Bawaal starring Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor released on Prime Video on July 21. Helmed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film has opened to mixed reviews. While many applauded the performances of the actors, they were equally criticized for the analogies related to Auschwitz, Hitler and World War II references. The makers were being called insensitive for using a highly sensitive topic as analogies in a romance drama. Varun Dhawan recently defended Bawaal saying that people can’t have different yardstick for films.

Speaking to Pinkvilla, the actor said, “I'm not new to criticism. My films Judwaa, Main Tera Hero, and ABCD2, have been criticized which is totally cool. I respect the criticism. What I don't understand like how Sir (Nitesh Tiwari) said that it's a context and the protagonist is from Lucknow and it's showing that the character which is Ajju Bhaiya is initially a tone-deaf character. This is how it has been shown and it's not showing the character as a hero but as a negative. That's why all the praise is coming for the character that a hero for the first time gets to do a negative character. So the character is supposed to be negative. So the way Nisha (Janhvi's character) will explain him in a way that he should understand.”

He added, “Secondly, I respect everyone's opinions and everyone has a right to have an opinion. Some people got triggered and sensitive about this but I don't understand where that sensitivity or the trigger goes when they watch an English film. They are allowed to do and show everything and you will find that in a correct way.”

Without mentioning the name Oppenheimer which is embroiled in controversy surrounding Bhagavad Gita appearance during a sex scene between Cillian Murphy and Florence Pugh, Varun Dhawan said, “I know people who felt very triggered after watching the small scene from a recently released film but it's a scene that is very important to our culture and our country but that is okay for you. So where does the criticism go then? But with us, you wanna get personal. You cannot have a different yardstick to measure everyone and it should be the same. There is no need for judging films this way.”

Starring Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor, Bawaal is a love story by Sajid Nadiadwala’s production banner Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment in collaboration with Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari and Nitesh Tiwari’s Earthsky Pictures. ALSO READ: Bawaal: Janhvi Kapoor shares unseen photos with Varun Dhawan, pens heartfelt note: “What matters is not what you have but what you are”

A Mumbai court on Tuesday dismissed the extortion charge against lyricist Javed Akhtar which was filed by Kangana Ranaut. The case revolves around her public dispute with Hrithik Roshan. According to her plea, she alleged that Akhtar had called her and her sister Rangoli Chandel to his house in March 2016, and demanded an apology from her to Hrithik Roshan.

"Asking a person to give a written apology will not come under the definition of valuable security....because no legal right is created, extended, transferred, restricted, extinguished or released," a Magistrate court said in Mumbai, as reported by India Today.

"However, the accused, with a malafide intention and ulterior motive, called her and her sister Rangoli Chandel at his house in Juhu in the month of March 2016 and criminally intimidated and threatened the complainant (Kangana Ranaut) as well as forced her to tender a written apology to the co-star thereby forcefully seeking to create a document (valuable security) in favour of her co-star," the plea alleged.

It began when Ranaut allegedly made certain defamatory remarks against Akhtar in an interview after actor Sushant Singh Rajput’s demise on July 14, 2020. Following this, Akhtar filed a defamation case against her in 2020. After this, Ranaut filed the present complaint against Akhtar claiming that she was asked to apologise to Hrithik Roshan.

Kangana Ranaut had sought the complaint under Sections 383, 384, 387, 503, 506, 509, 44, 30 of the IPC. However, it was issued under sections 506 and 509. ALSO READ: Court directs Javed Akhtar to appear on August 5 in response to Kangana Ranaut’s complaint: Report

Bollywood Hungama had earlier reported that the young star, Vicky Kaushal, riding high on the success of Zara Hatke Zara Bachke is joining the Rohit Shetty cop universe. The actor had come on board to play a cop in the role of Ajay Devgn aka. Bajirao Singham's younger brother in the film. However, in the latest development, Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learnt that Vicky Kaushal has taken a back seat from Singham Again.

"Vicky Kaushal was very keen to do a front-footed mass film for Rohit Shetty and had even decided on his look for Singham Again. However, the dates of shooting for Singham Again are clashing with the shooting dates of Chhava. He has a certain look from the period era in Chavva and that can't be replicated in a modern film like Singham Again. After making all attempts to set things up for Singham Again, he couldn't and informed his decision to Rohit Shetty. Being a thorough professional, Rohit too understood his plight," revealed a source close to the development to Bollywood Hungama.

The date issues popped up due to the combination date matter. "Rohit wanted to shoot with Ajay, Akshay Kumar, Ranveer Singh, and Vicky Kaushal together. While everyone has allotted their dates for October, Vicky was occupied with Chavva. It would have been difficult to take everyone's dates again for the shoot. Everyone is sad about missing out on this casting coup, but decided to move on for a probable collaboration in the future," the source told us further.

Meanwhile, Singham Again also stars Kareena Kapoor and Deepika Padukone in key roles.

Also Read: Vicky Kaushal celebrates 8 years of Masaan; shares a still from the film

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

When asked about the cuts in the movie, Alia Bhatt said that they followed the protocol but also said that even after those cuts, the final film flows seamlessly. She said, “There have been some minor cuts that have been asked by the board and we respect that completely and that has been coordinated but whatever cut (of ‘Khela hobe’) you’re talking about is not the case. I think we should let everybody watch the film and not talk about what’s been cut. The final cut (of the film) is seamlessly flowing regardless of these minor cuts.”

For unversed, Bollywood Hungama had reported that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) passed the romantic family drama after enforcing certain cuts. The report read, “To begin with, the abusive word ‘b******d’, used multiple times in the film, was replaced by ‘behan di’. The popular rum brand Old Monk was mentioned in the film and it was changed to ‘Bold Monk’. ‘Lok Sabha’ was also mentioned in a dialogue and the CBFC asked the makers to remove it and not even replace it with any other term.”

Adding to that, it read, “A certain word was replaced with ‘Koi filter’ in the Rabindranath Tagore scene. In the absence of exact detail, its not clear whether or not the mention of the legendary figure has been retained. Then, an entire dialogue about West Bengal Chief Minister, Mamta Banerjee, was asked to be deleted. Lastly, a certain dialogue in the lingerie shop scene, which was termed as ‘degrading women’ and ‘vulgar’, was removed. In the same scene, ‘bra’ was replaced with ‘item’. After these changes were made, the CBFC handed over the certificate to the makers on Wednesday, July 19. The length of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, as mentioned on the censor certificate, is 168 minutes. In other words, the film is 2 hours and 48 minutes long.”

Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions present A Dharma Productions film, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, produced by Hiroo Yash Johar, Karan Johar, and Apoorva Mehta is all set to hit the big screen on 28th July, 2023. ALSO READ: Alia Bhatt says Ranveer Singh would put his puffer jacket on her in freezing weather in Kashmir during ‘Tum Kya Mile’ shoot for Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani

The much-awaited film Jawan has generated tremendous hype among the moviegoers, industry and trade. It stars Shah Rukh Khan in the lead and after the blockbuster success of his last film Pathaan (2023), the hype for the action entertainer had gone up by many notches. But the excitement went through the roof after the teaser was unveiled last week. And now, fans are excited to see the trailer as well as the songs of the film before it releases on September 7.

Bollywood Hungama has stumbled upon an interesting update. A source told us, “Before the trailer, the makers of Jawan will launch a song. It’s titled ‘Zinda Banda’ and it’s a catchy track. It features Shah Rukh Khan and is shot on a grand scale. The makers are confident that the grandeur of the track will leave viewers astonished. At the same time, they believe that the audio of ‘Zinda Banda’ will also catch on as it is well-tuned by reputed composer Anirudh Ravichander.” Interestingly, Jawan also marks Anirudh’s first Hindi film album.

When asked when the song will be out, the source replied, “The makers haven’t locked a date yet, but it is expected to be launched in the first week of August. The trailer has also been cut but that will be unveiled close to the release.”

Besides Shah Rukh Khan, Jawan also stars Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Priyamani, Sanya Malhotra, Sunil Grover and others. Deepika Padukone features in a special appearance. Reportedly, Sanjay Dutt and Thalapathy Vijay, too, will be seen in the film in cameos. Jawan is directed by Atlee and will also release in Tamil and Telugu.

Interestingly, Shah Rukh Khan will have one more release this year after Jawan, that is, Dunki. In other words, SRK will have as many as three releases in 2023. Dunki is directed by blockbuster filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani and also features Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal and Boman Irani.

Also Read: Jawan: Vijay Sethupathi is the ‘Dealer of Death’; Shah Rukh Khan says, “There’s no stopping him”

Ronnie Screwvala's RSVP is set to captivate audiences with their latest venture, Punjab' 95, a biopic based on the life of eminent human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra. Starring the immensely talented Diljit Dosanjh, Punjab '95 is the only film this year to get a gala premiere from India, at the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).

In an era where real stories have struck a chord with audiences, Punjab '95 promises to be another thought-provoking masterpiece from the house of RSVP. With Diljit Dosanjh, Arjun Rampal, and Surinder Vicky leading the cast, the film is expected to be a gripping portrayal of Jaswant Singh Khalra's life and his remarkable journey as a human rights activist.

World Premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival! Presenting the first look of Punjab ‘95, a compelling story based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra Ji ????????@honeytrehan @rampalarjun @Suvinder_Vicky #GeetikaVidyaOhlyan @kukuhere @ronniescrewvala… pic.twitter.com/PmTC1Fxxhz

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The anticipation surrounding the film's world premiere at TIFF 2023 is palpable, as audiences eagerly await the opportunity to witness this compelling tale on the big screen. The Toronto International Film Festival is renowned for showcasing outstanding works of cinema, and Punjab 95 is set to make its mark among global cinephiles. The film is stuck at CBFC and is currently under the proceedings at Bombay High Court.

In the thick of a troubled and hostile decade in Amritsar, in the early 1990s in Punjab, our protagonist Jaswant Singh Khalra, a bank employee and human rights activist lives with his wife - a librarian, and their two little kids. Inclined to stay detached from the hostility that surrounds them, he wanted nothing more than a regular, middle-class existence when his hopes of living such a life are thrown into turmoil when he learns of the disappearance of his late friend’s mother, Bibi Gurpej. And so begins his journey to find his old aunt, and he soon realises that the deeper he digs in his search, the murkier and more dangerous the situation becomes, for him as well as his family.

Helmed by Honey Trehan, Punjab '95 is produced by Ronnie Screwvala in association with MacGuffin Pictures. ALSO READ: Arjun Rampal and Diljit Dosanjh’s film Ghallughara secures A certification despite 21 cuts from CBFC

Bollywood actors Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt have been busy promoting their upcoming movie Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. Billed as a new era of love, the film is helmed by Karan Johar. The fourth song 'Dhindhora Baje Re' was launched in Kolkata as the song features sindoor khela during Durga Puja. The two were accompanied by Tota Roy Chowdhury and Churni Ganguly.

During the conversation with the media on Monday, Alia Bhatt recalled shooting 'Tum Kya Mile' in freezing Kashmir. She shared that in-between takes, Ranveer would remove his puffer jackets and put them in on her as she was wearing chiffon sarees. She revealed, “In those conditions, I had to wear chiffon sarees, but what many people don’t realise is that the team takes great care of the actor on the set. You don’t see the heaters around, the leg warmers I had on, and how Ranveer, who was wearing jackets, would keep putting them on me in between takes to provide some respite. But I must praise myself a bit, I am a trooper in that sense. I go with the flow and I am always focused on getting the job done. Wearing a puffer jacket over that chiffon saree would have taken away the beauty, so I was happy doing it as I got to live my dream.”

 Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions present A Dharma Productions film, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, produced by Hiroo Yash Johar, Karan Johar, and Apoorva Mehta is all set to hit the big screen on 28th July, 2023. ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: Alia Bhatt says Sonu Nigam’s ‘Ro Lein De’ song comes at a very important point in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani: “It’s truly and extremely soulful”

Fashion designer Manish Malhotra is turning to direction. Ready to launch his production house Stage 5 with three movies, one of the projects will be a biopic on veteran legend, late Meena Kumari. The ace designer recently confirmed that he is indeed working on the biopic and that the scripting is currently underway.

In an interview with Film Companion, Manish Malhotra said, “I don’t know how it got out but it is happening. We are still working on the script. The script is key, always. I have been reading her books. The film is based on her books. I have always been fascinated by Meena Kumari.”

He revealed that Rekha inspired him to go ahead with the Meena Kumari project. He added, “Rekha told me once that you know when you turn 40, you will understand the genius of Meena Kumari. And that is true. But I was young and I was busy working but when I turned 40 I not only understood the genius of Meena Kumari but even Nargis ji and Dilip Kumar and Guru Dutt. I started watching that cinema and understanding it so much better. I think Meena Kumari is phenomenal with her expressions, the way she uses her eyes and her adah.”

Meena Kumari passed away at the age of 38 from liver cirrhosis. She had worked in 98 films and is considered one of the legendary stars of Indian cinema. While the project is underway, Meena Kumar’s husband Kamal Amrohi’s son Tajdar Amrohi has raised concerns over the biopic. Speaking to Bollywood Bubble, he recently said, “My lawyer asked me has the film even started. I told him no, I have just heard about it. Even big production houses like to be in news. So, he told me that in case they decide to shelve the project in future, it would come across as I am publicity hungry. I am making enemies in vain. I don’t want to do that. People would think I am publicity hungry, but I am not that way.”

He added, “Is this the only couple in Bollywood left to make a film on? With all due respect to Nargis ji, Vyjanthimala ji, Reena Rai, Madhubala, Parveen Babi, Geeta Bali, there are many names. Why aren’t they making films on them? Why are they only behind my parents?”

Reportedly, Kriti Sanon has been signed for Meena Kumari biopic. Speaking of her, he said, “All I know is that she is a very good and beautiful actress. Whenever I meet her, I will tell her I am sorry if whatever I said hurt her. All that I said was for the person who is going to do the film, be it you or someone else. I’ll tell her you are a very popular and good actress and you might think of me as an enemy, but I am not one. Please treat me as your friend and advisor.” ALSO READ: Ranveer Singh shares BTS moments from Manish Malhotra’s show; watch

Karan Johar, who is gearing up for his directorial after seven years, was promoting Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani along with Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh at an event as part of India’s International Movement to Unite Nations (IIMUN) Back To School series. While interacting with the media and the students at the event, the filmmaker spoke about cinema and OTT content influencing impressionable minds and how it is redefining the cultural fabric of society.

While answering the said question, Karan said, “What a load question to begin with. I have to be critical to answer this from an honest place. I do believe that cinema is a reflection of society and vice-versa. Cinema also draws from society, literally. Sometimes, let’s just say there is an exaggeration in Indian cinema, but a lot of situations depicted on celluloid are actually very close to reality.”

He added, “And as a filmmaker, I have only drawn from human observation. From the observation of the community that surrounds me, the society we live in, the people we interact with, it is very critical that you understand the syntax of your surroundings and only then as a writer or filmmaker you tell the story.”

“Of course, some of us who have grown up in urban India have a certain understanding of those dynamics and relationships, and there are some others, who are privileged, have been exposed to the rest of India and who can tell those stories with equal abundance. I do believe that the content today is definitely broadening the human spectrum of relationships and pushing the envelope, by not sugar-coating it or doing puff pieces of love and romance. We are showing the grey areas, and you have to know, especially as students, that life is way beyond black or white. Walking the path of grey every day, it is not a bad thing, because grey is the actual representation of your vulnerable side, of your true side. And I think whether it's OTT platforms or new-age cinema, all of them expose the vulnerabilities of human beings and that is the strength of our content today”, Karan concluded.

Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions present A Dharma Productions film, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, produced by Hiroo Yash Johar, Karan Johar, and Apoorva Mehta is all set to hit the big screen on July 28, 2023. ALSO READ: Karan Johar and Kartik Aaryan to share stage at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

Bawaal starring Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor released on Prime Video on July 21. Helmed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film has opened to mixed reviews. However, Janhvi is happy with the response she has received and has penned a heartfelt note.

Sharing a series of photos, the actress wrote on Instagram, “Your love has been #Bawaal Nisha ko apnane ke liye, Ajju ko sudharne ke liye, humari kahaani aur kaam ko itna pyaar dene ke liye- thank you in this race to create a perception, to compete for things and for some sort of validation- some of us are lost. And sometimes what we feel are the biggest problems, are really only our minds not allowing us to value what we have. In light of the inhuman hardships that were faced by so many through a period of history, maybe we can learn that life is fleeting; that our problems are trivial, what matters is not what you have but what you are, that sometimes we forget to value the simplest of things till we lose it, only to realise that was our one shot at true happiness. That is the heart of our #bawaal ❤️ to see so many of you having these feelings after watching our film, makes everything worth it.”

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Starring Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor, Bawaal is a love story by Sajid Nadiadwala’s production banner Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment in collaboration with Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari and Nitesh Tiwari’s Earthsky Pictures.

Meanwhile, Janhvi Kapoor will next star in Mr and Mrs Mahi and Devara. ALSO READ: Jawan director Atlee praises Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor starrer Bawaal; says, “Felt like reading a book and visualising it”

Veteran actor Zeenat Aman, who has been garnering a lot of attention due to her Instagram, will return to the silver screen with Faraz Arif Ansari’s next, Bun Tikki. Last seen in Panipat, she will join actors Shabana Azmi and Abhay Deol in the upcoming movie. The plan is to take the movie on floors by November of this year in Himachal Pradesh. The director plans to talk about parenting and gender identity throughout the movie. Abhay Deol will play the role of a father.

According to a report in Mid-Day, a source from the creative team revealed, “Though Bun Tikki revolves around Abhay and his on-screen son, Shabana and Zeenat form the film’s backbone. Casting for the child is underway. When Faraz approached Zeenat, she loved the script. She always knew that if she made a comeback, it would be with a story that aligned with her ideas and beliefs. Bun Tikki was just that. She told Faraz she had to be a part of this film as it explores many causes she feels strongly about.”

The source further revealed, “Children have to deal with many issues today, which also play a role in creating their identity as an adult. Often, the onus is on children to behave better and achieve certain goals, but the film places equal responsibility on parents. It celebrates the power of love, kindness and friendship.”

Manish Malhotra is set to produce the film under the banner Stage 5. The designer wants to focus on lesser-told stories through his production house. ALSO READ: Zeenat Aman impresses fans with rap debut in new ad; watch

Kajol’s web series debut The Trial: Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha is garnering a positive response from the audience. Streaming on Disney + Hotstar, the show trails the journey of Noyonika played by the stunning Kajol, as she embarks on a journey that truly makes her stand the test of time after her husband’s betrayal.

Kajol’s portrayal of a vulnerable woman who takes the rein of her life in her own hand has been unanimously appreciated by audiences. The show’s esteemed star cast Sheeba Chaddha, Jisshu Sengupta, Alyy Khan, Kubbra Sait and Gaurav Pandey have raised the bar with their impactful performances in this gripping journey of Noyonika’s life.

Directed by Suparn S Varma, the show has reached a remarkable number of views and has been receiving good word of mouth.

Elated with the response Kajol has garnered for the series, she shared, “Noyonika’s character is very close to my heart. She is a strong and practical woman who is always ready to tackle every situation in her life. Hearing the kind of response, The Trial: Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha has received is absolutely humbling. Being able to represent the strength of a woman and being appreciated for that portrayal is empowering for me as a woman and as an actor.”

Talking about the love and appreciation, The Trial has been receiving, Suparn S Varma shared, “It was an emotional moment bringing love, The Trial: Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha to all of you. The kind words and love that all of you have showered - whether it is the intricacies of the background score and dialogues or our strong and fabulous cast that stole the show, the past few days have been one of my best days so far. Even the industry and my peers, that have shared their love for our show and the response has been overwhelming. I can't wait for all of you to witness what happens next! The love and positivity that all my friends, family and fans have given me for The Trial: Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha truly adds a feather to my cap, after The Family Man, Rana Naidu, Sirf Ek Banda Kaafi Hai and now The Trial: Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha. It just empowers me to create pathbreaking content and bring new stories to entertain all of you!”.

Appreciation like this is encouraging for producer, Deepak Dhar, CEO of Banijay Asia. He shared, “Our only aim is to bring entertainment to audiences through every project we make. The Trial: Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha is a special one for us and it’s encouraging for us to see that audiences have loved what we have presented to them. The response to this show is a testament to all the hard work put in by all the teams. And we aim to create more such meaningful and entertaining content for the audiences in the future.”.

Produced by Banijay Asia and Ajay Devgn Ffilms with director and showrunner Suparn S Varma, The Trial - Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha is now streaming exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar.

Also Read: Director Suparn Verma opens up on Kajol starrer The Trial: Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha; says, “I can’t wait for all of you to witness what happens next!”

Recently, there have been numerous reports about a speculated relationship between Aditya Roy Kapur and Ananya Panday. The rumours gained further traction when pictures and videos of the couple's vacation in Lisbon surfaced on various social media platforms. Subsequently, after returning, the two actors went out for a romantic evening in the rain.

Yesterday, the actors were captured by cameras while riding together in Aditya's car shortly after returning from their European vacation. Paparazzi shared images of the two, with Aditya behind the wheel and Ananya seated beside him. During their conversation, Ananya couldn't help but smile while keeping her hand close to her face, while Aditya drove with a grin on his face. In one of the pictures, Ananya seemed to playfully hide her face, leading to some laughter from Aditya. Ananya opted for a pink ensemble for the outing, while Aditya was stylishly attired in a white shirt and pants.

Aditya Roy Kapur and Ananya Panday have never addressed these rumours. Interestingly, the couple have also never featured on the big screen together.

On the professional front, Ananya Panday was last seen in Liger, opposite South sensation Vijay Deverakonda. The actress has wrapped the shoot for her next film, Kho Gaye Hum Kahan. She will soon share the screen space with Ayushmann Khurrana in the sequel of Dream Girl. She also has a project titled, Call Me Bae that is slated to release on Amazon Prime Video.

On the other hand, Aditya Roy Kapur has been making waves in the entertainment industry with his recent appearances. He recently appeared in the crime thriller film Gumraah and has been enjoying the success of his debut web show, The Night Manager. The second part of the show was recently released on Disney+ Hotstar. Aditya will also be seen in Anurag Basu's upcoming film Metro... In Dino.

Also Read: Aditya Roy Kapur and Ananya Panday’s Lisbon vacation: Pictures of the rumoured couple spending quality time together go viral

Mona Singh's recently released digital venture, Kafas, has marked a remarkable milestone, completing one month since its release on popular OTT platforms. The riveting drama series, which delves in the lives of middle-class family whose lives are turned upside down when their son, Sunny, is offered a life-changing career opportunity in a Bollywood film. The series has been receiving widespread acclaim from audiences and critics alike, solidifying its position as a trailblazer in the ever-expanding OTT space.

Mona Singh, who is also known for films like 3 Idiots and Laal Singh Chaddha, expressed her gratitude and excitement about the overwhelming response to the series, as she said, “We started shooting last year during monsoons, we had back-to-back rehearsals and it’s beautiful to see how we have received an overwhelming response. It’s amazing to see people talk about the show and how often I receive praises flooding on my emails, inboxes and social media. I am truly humbled by the love and support we've received, and it fuels my dedication to continue creating meaningful, impactful art.”

Meanwhile, Mona Singh was last seen in Laal Singh Chaddha in which she essayed the role of young Laal’s mother. The actress has previously been seen in shows like, Kehne Ko Humsafar Hain, Kya Hua Tera Wada amongst many others.

Also Read: Photos: Sharman Joshi, Mona Singh and Sahil Sangha promote their web series ‘Kafas’

Bollywood Hungama has been at the forefront to report about the reopening of cinemas in Kashmir. The first multiplex in the beautiful state was opened on September 20, 2022. Two days earlier, on September 18, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated Multipurpose Cinema Halls, located in Pulwama and Shopian districts. RRR (2022) was the first film shown in Kashmir in these theatres and also the first film to be screened in Kashmir in three decades. Last week, we also reported on how Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan (2023) will be the first film to be screened at the newly opened theatres in Kashmir’s Baramulla and Handwara.

And now, Kashmir theatres are back in the news, thanks to Oppenheimer. The Christopher Nolan directorial is done beyond expectations across the country, and Inox Srinagar is no exception. It emerged as the biggest Hollywood opener and could possibly emerge as the highest Hollywood grosser in the state, beating other recent Hollywood biggies like Fast X (2023), John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023), Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse (2023), Avatar: The Way Of Water (2022) etc.

Social media has been of the opinion that Oppenheimer is the first Hollywood film to get sold out in Inox Srinagar. However, Vikas Dhar, clarified, “Oppenheimer is the first Hollywood film to get such a massive response in our theatre. Avatar: The Way Of Water got sold out and so did a couple of other films. But to have such a sustained response and house full shows for three days is a first. For Avatar: The Way Of Water, we got a few enquiries before it was out. However, for Oppenheimer, we began to be flooded with enquiries four weeks before its release. The moviegoers asked us to release the film in our theatre on the same day as the rest of India.”

Looking at the response to Oppenheimer, exhibition sources feel that it won’t be a surprise if it manages to cross the collections of Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan in Inox Srinagar or come close to it.

Vikas Dhar reacted to these claims, “I don’t think so. I’ll be really surprised if it happens. Shah Rukh Khan’s fan following here is unparalleled. We are already getting enquiries for his next film, Jawan. Some of the comments we have got recently are, ‘I will come and see Oppenheimer but I am actually waiting for Jawan’!”

In Inox Srinagar, Oppenheimer is playing four shows a day in the English version and one show is of the dubbed Hindi version. Vikas Dhar continued, “Christopher Nolan and Cillian Murphy have such a hardcore fan following here. It is a lesson for us that even in Kashmir, people are following these artists. Our audiences have acquired an international taste. It’s quite fascinating.”

Meanwhile, Oppenheimer has collected nearly Rs. 30 crores in two days in India and has a shot at crossing the Rs. 100 crores mark.

Also Read: Oppenheimer Box Office: Film emerges as the 7th highest opening day grosser in India

Tiger Shroff and Disha Patani have been in the news, ever since the couple were constantly spotted at Sunday brunches together. While they became a major topic of discussion during the actor’s appearance in Koffee With Karan, Shroff continued to assert on the show that he is single, which further added to the speculations that the couple may have parted ways. However, fans rooting for them were in for a surprise and happy to see that Tiger and Disha were being cordial with each other when they made an appearance together at a recent event. And now recently, after Tiger released his music video ‘Love Stereo Again’, Disha couldn’t stop appreciating her friend.

Readers would recall that earlier this week, Tiger Shroff and actress-singer Zahrah S Khan unveiled the music video of ‘Love Stereo Again’ which features the actor flaunting his flawless abs in his shirtless avatar. Disha Patani, who came across the video, couldn’t stop gushing about it and took to her Instagram story to talk about the track saying, “Is there anything you can't do @tigerjackieshroff Love your voice <3 and you look (fire and heart eye emojis) @tigerjackieshroff”.

Talking about the song ‘Love Stereo Again’, marking a unique collaboration between international music maestro Edward Maya and Bhushan Kumar, the track features Tiger Shroff, for the first time, with pop diva Zahrah S Khan, with acclaimed composer Tanishk Bagchi recomposing the track as per Indian and global sensibilities.

On the work front, while Tiger Shroff is gearing up for the dystopian action drama Ganapath Part 1 and Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Disha Patani has the futuristic sci-fi drama Kalki 2898 AD, Yodha as well as the South project Kanguva in the pipeline.

Also Read: Photos: Tiger Shroff, Disha Patani and Krishna Shroff attend an event at MMM Matrix Fitness Centre hosted by Ayesha Shroff

The 14th edition of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) is all set to kick off from August 11 to 20. Apart from the many movies that would be screened at the festival, the other attraction that the festival offers is the presence of a number of Indian film celebrities. Like previous editions, this time also a list of Bollywood celebrities would be gracing the occasion.

Interestingly, during the opening of the IFFM, filmmaker Karan Johar and star actor Kartik Aaryan would be present. Not just that, the two would also be sharing the stage! This is going to be a big moment that is sure to get heads turned.

For the unversed, there was an alleged fallout between Karan and Kartik in 2021 over the making of Dostana 2, the second film in the franchise. Kartik was cast in the film but he walked out of the project after starting it off. Hence, there were reports of a major fallout between the two. However, neither Karan nor Kartik confirmed the same.

In June last year, Karan and Kartik were spotted sharing the same table at an awards function. It will be interesting to see if there will be any interaction between the two when they share the stage together at the 14th IFFM.

The other guests that are expected to grace the festival include, Shabana Azmi, Mrunal Thakur, Rana Daggubati, Anurag Kashyap, R Balki, Malaika Arora, Saiyami Kher, Sunny Leone, among others.

Also Read: Bhumi Pednekar to be honoured with Disruptor Award at IFFM 2023; says, “I strive to live a life of impact”

In a recent interview, the talented actress Genelia D'Souza revealed exciting details about her latest film, Trial Period. The film revolves around the journey of this single mother, who is not only a homemaker but also embraces her role as a mother with confidence and grace. The story takes an intriguing turn when she crosses paths with PD, portrayed by the talented actor Manav Kaul, who plays the role of the “father on rent.” Their on-screen chemistry and interactions throughout the film add layers of emotion and depth to the narrative.

In an exclusive video interview with Bollywood Hungama, talking about her role in the film Genelia said, “So, it's the first time I'm playing a Bengali woman and I think more than a Bengali woman, I am playing a mother of a child, a single mother. It's not like a typical mother. It's not like someone who's only at home who's only doing this, like how we've always portrayed. This is about a single woman who's not sad about where she's from, what she's doing. She's very comfortable in the situation that she's in. Her entire journey of being a homemaker, being a mom; the fact that she meets PD (Manav Kaul) at some point, the father on rent and their interaction, their chemistry, their realization through this whole thing. So, I just think it is very well written as a character and as a story.”

Trial Period is available for streaming on JioCinema. Beyond Trial Period, the actress has an exciting array of projects lined up, showcasing her versatility and commitment to her craft. One highly anticipated project in her kitty is Kireeti Reddy's upcoming film, Junior.

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Genelia Deshmukh shares her experience of working on sets without husband Riteish Deshmukh; says, “I like having a certain chemistry with my co-actors”

In a recent video that has been making rounds on social media, the talented actress Sharvari is seen taking her workout routine to a whole new level. Currently shooting for the action-packed film Vedaa, the actress showcased her determination and strength as she pushed a heavily loaded cart.

The video captures Sharvari engaging in a hardcore workout with a unique twist. Initially pushing a cart loaded with iron plates, the actress wanted to push her limits even further. Undeterred by the challenge, she took it up a notch by having her security and valet sit on the cart as well. Witnessing Sharvari's unwavering dedication, her trainer decided to up the difficulty level of her workout. The cart's weight soared to a staggering 400kgs, but the actress was undaunted. With sheer determination and grit, she pushed the cart with all her might, breaking no sweat and showcasing her remarkable strength.

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This is not the first time that Sharvari has astonished her followers with her fitness endeavours. Previously, she had shared another video where she demonstrated her strength by carrying a gas cylinder on her shoulders while weight training. Her willingness to go the extra mile and embrace challenging workouts exemplifies her passion for her craft and her commitment to embodying her character with authenticity.

As we eagerly await more updates from Sharvari's fitness journey and the release of Vedaa, one thing is clear, this talented actress is pushing her boundaries, both on and off-screen, and leaving an indelible mark on the industry.

Also Read: SCOOP: Sharvari joins Alia Bhatt in YRF’s maiden female-led spy film; Aditya Chopra bets big

In an upcoming episode of MTV Roadies - Karm ya Kaand, contestants will face the ultimate challenge to gain immunity! Inspired by Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part One, the Mission Impossible Task - Haar ka Vaar challenge will push Roadies beyond their limits with daring stunts, complex puzzles, and adrenaline-pumping action. Like Tom Cruise himself, they'll need to overcome fears, push boundaries, and showcase their true resilience. This collaboration between MTV Roadies, Paramount Pictures India, and Viacom18 Studios brings the perfect adventure to the audience.

The Mission Impossible-themed Task - Haar ka Vaar revolves around a daring jewel heist, drawing from the intriguing history of Bhupinder Singh, the Maharaja of Patiala, and his mysteriously disappeared magnificent diamond necklace in 1948. The Roadies will embark on a mission to recover the missing diamond pieces, adding more excitement and intrigue to the task. The challenge will be set within the enchanting Bagrian Haveli, a 200-year-old heritage mansion located in Punjab.

Inside the Haveli, three pieces of the diamond necklace will be concealed at different locations, zealously guarded by members of opposing gangs. The ultimate objective is to retrieve the diamond pieces and assemble the necklace as quickly as possible amidst attacks and defences from the teams. The gang that successfully completes the mission and forms the necklace first will be granted immunity, securing them from elimination.

MTV Roadies - Karm ya Kaand will air this Saturday and Sunday at 7 pm on MTV and right after on Jio Cinema.

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Prince Narula asks audiences to expect a lot of ‘entertainment and fights’ in MTV Roadies Karm Ya Kand; calls it a ‘two versus one’ game