Jawan's hype remains unmatched. Starring Shah Rukh Khan in the lead role, we are only a few weeks away from the big release. For the Atlee directorial, action directors across the world were roped in to design spectacular action sequences. Previously, Bollywood Hungama had reported that Spiro Razatos was a part of the project. Along with him, Yannick Ben, Craig Macrae, Kecha Khamphakdee, Sunil Rodrigues and Anal Arasu have worked on some of the best action films globally!

According to a source close to the project, "Jawan's action has been choreographed by 6 of the biggest action directors, Spiro Razatos, Yannick Ben, Craig Macrae, Kecha Khamphakdee, Sunil Rodrigues and Anal Arasu. They have choreographed the action for some of the best films globally. Jawan incorporates a wide range of action formats, encompassing hand-to-hand combat, exhilarating bike sequences, heart-pounding truck and car chases, and more. These meticulously designed action sequences are integral to the film's narrative, adding depth and realism to the cinematic experience. With the combined talents of these six exceptional action directors, Jawan is poised to be an out-and-out action entertainer.”

Jawan is undoubtedly the biggest action entertainer arriving this year on September 7th. To ensure the action is a visual spectacle and to give the audiences something new the makers have ensured to get the best of the best to design the action sequences. The thrilling action of Jawan comes from the finest action directors across the world making it the first of its kind film in Indian cinema to have 6 different action directors.

Spiro Razatos, celebrated for his work on Hollywood blockbusters like The Fast and the Furious, Captain America, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and more, brings his mastery of high-octane action to the film. His previous involvement with Ra One, a film ahead of its time is lauded for its groundbreaking VFX and action, attests to his exceptional expertise.

Yannick Ben recognized as a seasoned Parkour tutor, has choreographed action for films across Hollywood, as well as Telugu and Hindi movies. Transporter 3, Dunkirk, and Inception, along with popular Telugu and Hindi movies such as Raees and Tiger Zinda Hai, Attarintiki, Daredi, Nenokkadine and more. His diverse skill set adds a unique dimension to the film's action sequences.

Craig Macrae, the visionary behind the action sequences in iconic films like Mad Max: Fury Road and Avengers: Age of Ultron, lends his expertise to Jawan. With his contribution to films like War, his ability to craft awe-inspiring action moments is unquestionable.

Kecha Khamphakdee is an English stunt director who has done prominent work in Kannada, Malayalam Hindi, Tamil, English, and Telugu film Industries. Known for his action in blockbusters like Thuppakki, Bãhubali 2: The Conclusion and Baaghi 2, he is also a recipient of the National Film Award for Best Action Direction in 2018 for Baahubali 2: The Conclusion.

Sunil Rodrigues specializes in the creation, technical design, direction and production of action sequences. He is known for directing some marvellous action sequences in superhits like Shershaah, Sooryavanshi and Pathaan.

Anal Arasu is an Indian fight master/action choreographer, who works in the Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Hindi film industries. He is popularly known for directing action in Sultan, Kaththi and Kick.

Jawan is a Red Chillies Entertainment presentation directed by Atlee, produced by Gauri Khan, and co-produced by Gaurav Verma. The film will release worldwide in theatres on September 7th, 2023, in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages. ALSO READ: REVEALED: A complete list of distributors releasing Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Jawan all over India

Ever since his last release Laal Singh Chaddha, Aamir Khan has not announced any of his future projects. While the film didn’t do well at the box office, the actor is ensuring that the focus now is more on producing content via his Aamir Khan Productions. Recently, the actor attended a book launch event where he spoke about his forthcoming projects.

On Monday, at the book launch event, Aamir Khan said, “Iss waqt main apni family life bahut enjoy kar raha hoon, baccho ke saath main waqt bita raha hu, mummy ke saath ghar pe aur main production house pe bhi dhyaan de raha hoon; filmein produce kar raha hu. Main pehle bahut kam films produce karta tha, lekin abhi humlog kaafi films produce karne ki soch rahe hain (Right now I am enjoying my family life very much, spending time with kids, being at home with my mother and also focusing on my production house, producing several projects. Earlier I used to produce very few films, but now we are planning to produce a lot of films).”

He further added, "As a production house ek platform ban saku young logo k liye, unka kaam saamne rakhne ke liye ek zaariya ban saku. Toh uss soch se maine thoda waqt diya hain apne production house ko taaki main systems create karu production house mein taaki phir se joh subject mujhe achha lage jaldi se jaldi ban sake aur hum ek saath do teen films bana sake. Uss sabka main planning kar raha hoon taaki platform mile logo ko, youngsters ko (As a production house, it could become a platform for young people to showcase their work. So with that thought, I have given some time to my production house so that I can create the system in the production house so that the subject which I like can be made as soon as possible and we can make two or three films together. I am doing the main planning so that people and youngsters get a platform).”

Meanwhile, Aamir Khan is reportedly producing a Hindi remake of the Spanish movie Campeones starring Farhan Akhtar. ALSO READ: S.S. Rajamouli felt Aamir Khan was overacting in Laal Singh Chaddha, reveals actor’s cousin Mansoor Khan

Filmmaker Karan Johar has returned to the big screen as director after seven years with Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. Starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in the lead roles, the film also stars Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, Shabana Azmi, Tota Roy Chowdhury and Churni Ganguly. The film has unanimously received all the love and support from audiences and critics alike. Karan admits that the film is a result of all the pent-up anger over the years.

When asked if the film was a result of his life experiences, Karan Johar told Indian Express, “You know, when I was a child, I was raised by very progressive parents. They gave me the freedom to be who I was. I was a very feminine child, very different from kids in my class or my neighbourhood. Everyone else grew up on pop culture or Western music. I grew up on Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle, Mohammed Rafi and Kishor Kumar. I sang those songs loudly in a tone-deaf voice. I danced to those songs in my room and my father would think it was great and he would actually ask me to dance in front of his friends. He thought I was expressing myself. He did not realise that I was being feminine or being unusual or different from the other boys. The other kids were not exactly welcoming to this kind of personality.”

Karan Johar continued, “In those days, there was no term that was about your sexual orientation. There was this word ‘pansy’, and it got stuck in my head. Then I was overweight. I seek refuge in food because I could not handle this term that was thrown at me when I went out and met boys, girls from other schools. It was traumatising. I was raised to be this kind of person by my parents and I don’t want to apologise for it to anybody. And I think this film is an expression of that.”

He added, “This film is a lot of me rebelling, not only my childhood, but there is a latent anger that you build with what has happened in the last couple of years and then you have a way of saying that ‘nothing else matters but your individuality.’”

On the work front, Karan Johar will next direct an actioner which he announced on his 50th birthday last year. ALSO READ: Karan Johar on massive success of Sunny Deol's Gadar 2: "It is breaking every record"

Filmmaker Karan Johar has returned to the big screen as director after seven years with Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. The film has unanimously received all the love and support from audiences and critics alike. With Bollywood doing well in theatres, Karan Johar says that he never thought that Bollywood was doing anything with the content they were making.

In an event Express Adda, as quoted by Indian Express, Karan Johar said, “I never thought there was any problem with what Bollywood was doing. We have had bad years in the past, and we were having another one or two bad years. It doesn’t mean, ‘Boycott Bollywood’, ‘They are dead’, ‘The South is taking over’. South is great. What they are doing is amazing.”

The director added that he was the first one to promote the Baahubali 2: The Conclusion pan-India. He said, “I was the first one who went with all reverence in my heart to Rajamouli sir and wanted to present Baahubali. I am obsessed with them. Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam, the four kinds of cinema have catered to different kinds of audiences and have done it with super conviction. So, I have a lot of respect for them. But I also have a lot of respect for the storytellers we have in our (Hindi) cinema.”

Talking about the recent blockbuster success of Gadar 2 starring Sunny Deol, he added, “Gadar has blown everyone’s brains away because it was a film which was hugely successful in 2001, and now in 2023, it is breaking every record. I have been so glad for the single screens.”

On the work front, Karan Johar will next direct an actioner which he announced on his 50th birthday last year. ALSO READ: Salman Khan to play an Army Officer in Karan Johar and Vishnu Vardhan's next; will sport an Army cut

Despite only entering the profession a short time ago, Ananya Panday has already made a significant impact on Bollywood, fashion, and beauty. Her seamless sense of style and flawless fashionable choices have elevated the actor to new heights. Our admiration for her style and wardrobe choices extends beyond only our admiration for her performances. The starlet understands just how to keep her fans on their toes by donning everything from red-carpet gowns to street style clothes. Daily fashion bombs have been dropped by Ananya Panday. The upcoming movie Dream Girl 2 stars Ananya Panday and Ayushmann Khurrana, who have been working hard to promote the movie. However, this time, she thought of delivering another stunning look in bodycon outfit.

Ananya Panday is embarking on a stylish whirlwind of promotional trips across India as we excitedly await the release of her highly anticipated film Dream Girl 2. You know where she just landed, right? Chandigarh is a stunning city. Ananya was rocking a stunning co-ord that she chose from the Shoma brand's shelves, and her sense of style was killing it. Her attire had vivid colours all over it and was reminiscent of a tropical dreamscape. With a stylish high neck and graceful long sleeves, the Mermaid Dream Bodysuit was all about that close fit. That Island Gyal skirt had ankle-length sleeves and ruched accents. Ananya chose hanging earrings, chic bracelets, and elegant heels to add some extra shine. Her hair was free-flowing with a middle split, and the ideal amount of glitz gave it a memorable appearance.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Ananya is all set to be seen in Dream Girl 2 alongside Ayushmann Khurrana. She also has Kho Gaye Hum Kahan with Siddhant and Adarsh Gourav. Recently, the promo of her upcoming series, Calling Bae was unveiled and her fans were waiting to see her in a different avatar. Ananya is also a part of Vikramaditya Motwane's untitled next.

SUMMARY OF LOOK DETAILS:

ACTRESS: Ananya Panday

OUTFIT: Shoma the label

STYLIST: Meagan Concessio

HAIR: Nidhi Chang

MAKE-UP: Stacy Gomez

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Also Read: Ananya Panday brings pink perfection in a co-ord set to Dream Girl 2 promotions

There is no denying Tamannaah Bhatia's colourful, daring, and experimental clothing. It might have been her stunning attire at the Cannes Film Festival in 2022 or the outstanding appearances during movie promotion. No matter what she's wearing—elegant sarees, stylish casual attire, or glitzy gowns—this great actress understands how to make heads turn. And just when we thought she couldn't possibly get any more stunning, her most recent photoshoot revealed a fashion bombshell on Instagram. Tamannaah looked great in a black pantsuit by the fashion house Helen Anthony.

Tamannaah Bhatia is getting ready to awe us once more in the new series Aakhri Sach, following her success with the box office hit Jailer. Let's speak about the actress's killer promotional style while we wait impatiently for the series to premiere. Tamannaah recently picked up an absolute beauty from the British company Helen Anthony's racks. Tamannaah looked really domineering in this chic brown pantsuit. She made the decision to toss out the shirt in favour of a bold blazer and waistcoat ensemble that exuded confidence. She wore a blazer with wide sleeves, a chic lapel collar, and golden buttons. The flared trousers that matched them looked stunning. Tamannaah won the match while adding some glitz with golden earrings and a ring. She completed her look with stylish black-and-white heels, open hair, and light makeup.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Aakhri Sach is set to release on Disney + Hotstar on August 25th. The show brings together a talented ensemble cast featuring Tamannaah Bhatia, Abhishek Banerjee, Shivin Narang, Danish Iqbal, Nishu Dikshit, Kriti Vij, and Sanjeev Chopra. Aakhri Sach is directed by Robbie Grewal and is written by Saurav Dey. The production led by Ashish Saksena and backed by Applause Entertainment.

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Also Read: Tamannaah Bhatia headlines 19th India Day Parade in New Jersey as Grand Marshal

Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan made an appearance at an event in Jammu and received a warm welcome. The actor was dressed in a kurta-pyjama and powder blue half-jacket with matching sports shoes and sunglasses. While addressing the crowd, the actor showed his signature dance moves on his hit song ‘Ek Pal Ka Jeena’ from Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai.

A huge crowd had gathered at the event as Hrithik Roshan was greeted with cheers and chants. Fans arrived with posters, and sketches of the actor. Hrithik thanked the fans for all the support throughout the years. “Thank you Jammu for your love and support. I am very happy and thankful to my lord. I will continue my hard work to be loved by you,” Hrithik said, as per PTI.

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Last Friday, Hrithik shared a series of shirtless pictures from his vacation. Taking to his Instagram, he wrote, “Vacation over. Presenting before and after pics. See you in the gym.”

On the work front, Hrithik Roshan, who was last seen in 2022’s Vikram Vedha, will next star in Siddharth Anand’s Fighter and Ayan Mukerji’s War 2. ALSO READ: Hrithik Roshan sets the internet ablaze with his sizzling transformation; see post

Bollywood actor Sunny Deol is basking in the success of his recent release Gadar 2. Returning with a sequel after twenty years, the film has collected Rs. 336.20 crores at the box office in India. While the collections are soaring, rumours are rife that Deol has signed Border sequel. But, the actor claims he hasn’t signed any project yet.

On his Instagram stories, Sunny Deol wrote, “Some news has been circulating of me signing a few films, I would like to inform that currently I am only concentrating on Gadar 2 and receiving all your love. I have not signed any film and would be announcing something special soon at the right time. Till then keep showering your love on Tara Singh and Gadar 2.”

As per a report in Pinkvilla, the web portal said, “Border is among the most historic blockbusters of Indian Cinema and is easily a film that warrants a part two. The team has been discussing the probability of making a Border sequel for the last 2 to 3 years and everything has now finally fallen into place as the team is all set to make an official announcement of Border 2 in a fortnight.” The source further informed them that the makers are gearing up to tell the story of the 1971 Indo-Pak war.

The source added, “Being a heavy-on action film, the team will be casting actors from the younger generation rather than bringing together the entire troop of Border. Sunny Deol will probably be the only actor from Border, who will be a part of Border 2 as well. It’s all in the early stages at the moment and more updates shall come our way once the film is officially announced very soon.”

Meanwhile, Sunny Deol starrer Gadar 2 also stars Ameesha Patel and Utkarsh Sharma. Directed by Anil Sharma, it released on August 11, 2023. ALSO READ: SCOOP: Akshay Kumar comes to Sunny Deol’s rescue; to loan a huge amount to help save Sunny Villa

Bollywood Hungama was the first one to report yesterday that Sunny Villa, owned by actor Sunny Deol and situated in Mumbai’s Juhu area, will be e-auctioned for non-payment of dues amounting to Rs. 55.99 crores. The information came out in public after Bank Of Baroda published a notice in The Times Of India dated August 20. The notice further said that the e-auction will be held on September 25, 2023. The ad also informed readers that Ajay Singh Deol aka Sunny Deol is the borrower and guarantor, Vijay Singh Deol aka Bobby Deol and Dharmendra Deol are guarantors and Sunny Sounds Pvt. Ltd. is the corporate guarantor. After the news went viral, Sunny Deol’s spokesperson released a statement, “We are in the process of resolving this issue and the issue will be resolved. We request for no further speculation on the same.”

Some news outlets also mentioned that since a settlement is possible in this case, Sunny Deol is ready to go all out to save his property. And now, it has come to light that superstar Akshay Kumar has come to the rescue of Sunny Deol.

A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Akshay Kumar had a meeting with Sunny Deol on Sunday, August 20, hours after the news of the notice spread like wildfire. He immediately decided to help the Gadar 2 (2023) actor. As part of the deal, Akshay Kumar will be paying a huge chunk of the debt. Sunny Deol will then repay the loan to Akshay Kumar in a stipulated time. The next step for Sunny Deol is to immediately initiate a meeting with the bank officials.” The exact amount to be loaned by Akshay Kumar is not confirmed though sources claim it’s around Rs. 30-40 crores.

An industry insider commented, “If this is true, it shows how our film industry is indeed like a family where people come to help in times of need. And it also shows Akshay Kumar’s large-heartedness. He’s truly one of its kind.”

Recently, Sunny Deol-starer Gadar 2 and Akshay Kumar-starrer OMG 2 released on the same day, on August 11. It was heartening to see that both wished well for each other. Akshay, in fact, promotes Gadar 2 in OMG 2 as he sings Gadar’s classic song ‘Udd Ja Kaale Kaava’ in an important scene.

A few days after the release of these movies, Akshay Kumar promoted the hashtag #OhMyGadar and put out the ‘Udd Ja Kaale Kaava’ scene of OMG 2. The text in the post was, “A big thank you to our audiences for all the love for #OhMyGadar and giving us the greatest week in Indian Film History! प्यार और आभार #Gadar2 in cinemas #OMG2 in cinemas”. It was rare to see an actor promoting the film of another actor in such a manner and it immediately won hearts.

Interestingly, Sunny Deol and Akshay Kumar have worked in just one film together, Jaani Dushman (2002). Akshay also appeared in a song in Blank (2019), featuring Sunny Deol and also Akshay’s wife Twinkle Khanna’s cousin, Karan Kapadia.

Also Read: Sunny Deol’s Sunny Villa in Juhu to be auctioned in September 2023 for non-payment of dues amounting to Rs. 55.99 crores

Sunny Deol, who is basking in the success of Gadar 2, has been in the headlines for the past few weeks for the box office collections of the movie. However, recently, it was reported that the Bank of Baroda had put up his Mumbai bungalow on the block for auction after he defaulted Rs. 55.99 crore loan since December 2022. Now, reports suggest that the auction notice has been withdrawn by the bank.

NDTV reports that the state-owned Bank of Baroda released a statement which stated, “Corrigendum to e-auction notice with regards to sale auction notice in respect of Mr Ajay Singh Deol alias Mr Sunny Deol stands withdrawn due to technical reasons.”

On Sunday, the bank said that the auction of the Sunny Villa in Juhu of Mumbai would commence at Rs. 51.43 crore with the minimum bid amount set at Rs. 5.14 crore.

The notice sent on Sunday stated that Sunny Deol, actor and BJP MP from Gurdaspur, can still settle the debt with the Bank of Baroda and prevent the auction under the SARFAESI Act of 2002.

An insider earlier told Bollywood Hungama, “The notice states that the buyer, after paying the amount, will get ‘symbolic possession’. After the amount is deposited, Bank Of Baroda will approach the District Magistrate. Once the DM approves, the buyer will get physical possession of the property. However, this process can be slow and can take months or even years. Until then, Sunny Deol can operate his business from Sunny Villa.”

Sunny Villa houses Sunny Super Sound, the office of the actor, a preview theatre and two other post-production suites. The preview theatre is extremely famous and most of the big releases have their cast and crew and industry screenings at Sunny Super Sound. Several press shows for journalists are also held here. Established in the late 80s, the theatre and the post-production studios have been equipped with modern technology. ALSO READ: Sunny Deol’s Sunny Villa in Juhu to be auctioned in September 2023 for non-payment of dues amounting to Rs. 55.99 crores

Recently, it was revealed that Salman Khan is teaming up with Karan Johar, 25 years after Kuch Kuch Hota Hai for SherShaah director Vishnu Vardhan's next film. As reported earlier, the film will go on floors in November and release in cinema halls across the globe during the Christmas period. Bollywood Hungama has now got some additional details for all Salman Khan fans.

According to our highly placed sources, much like SherShaah, even this yet-to-be-titled Vishnu Vardhan directorial is set against the army backdrop. "Vishnu Vardhan got a lot of love from the audience for SherShaah. Even the families of several army officials as also army officials were impressed with his presentation of the Kargil War. And now, his next is also about the Indian Army and will star superstar Salman Khan as an Army Officer," a source told Bollywood Hungama.

The shooting will begin in November and Salman will be preparing to get a lean shape for the film. The Indian Army Officers have a certain physique and Salman will be working towards attaining a perfect body type and physique for the film. He will also be sporting an Army Cut, the look he was spotted in recently. According to a source, he is very excited to play an Indian Army Officer in the film.

Directed by Vishnu Vardhan, Salman Khan, and Karan Johar's yet-to-be-titled film is slated to release during the Christmas 2024 weekend. For those unaware, Firoz Nadiadwala recently announced a comedy titled Welcome To The Jungle for the same release period. It stars Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, and Suniel Shetty in lead roles.

Also Read: Makers of Salman Khan starrer Tiger 3 bring on board Hollywood action directors Mark Scizak and Chris Barnes

After wrapping Bigg Boss OTT 2 last week, Salman Khan stepped on Sunday night sporting a brand new look. The actor was seen donning a buzz cut, which as per a Bollywood Hungama report, is for his next movie with Karan Johar and Vishnu Vardhan.

Salman Khan on Sunday night was seen arriving at the restaurant in his car. Sporting a buzz cut, the actor wore a black shirt paired with black pants. He was surrounded by his team of guards as he was greeted at the entrance of the restaurant. He shook hands with the person before heading inside the restaurant.

On August 21, Bollywood Hungama reported that Karan Johar and Vishnu Vardhan are working on yet another army backdrop project after Shershaah. “Vishnu Vardhan got a lot of love from the audience for Shershaah. Even the families of several army officials as also army officials were impressed with his presentation of the Kargil War. And now, his next is also about the Indian Army and will star superstar Salman Khan as an Army Officer," a source said.

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The film will go on floors in November 2023. The actor will begin prepping to get into a lean shape for the role of an army officer. The yet-to-be-titled movie is slated for Christmas 2024 weekend release. ALSO READ: Salman Khan to play an Army Officer in Karan Johar and Vishnu Vardhan’s next; will sport an Army cut

Made In Heaven 2 dropped earlier his month and has remained in the headlines ever since. The show has been criticised for its preachy tone and has received less favourable reviews than the season 1. The creators of the series Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti have defended the show.

In an interview with Mid-Day, when Reema Kagti was asked about the preachy tone of the season and whether they had made a checklist of the social issues, the filmmaker said, “At the end of the day women empowerment is at the base of what we try to do. We just try to examine a situation and challenge conventions. There is a lot of irony all around us and, more than this kind of checklist if we look at the base of the show, which is about two wedding planners creating these beautiful weddings – one is going through a divorce and the other can’t legally marry. It’s not about checklisting evils in our society, it sounds a very reductionist way of looking at it.”

Zoya Akhtar added, “No, but it’s also a drama. You can’t have a wedding and nothing goes wrong and everybody is happy. That’s so boring.”

In recent times, an author called out the makers for using her story for the Dalit storyline in the storyline without crediting. Designer Tarun Tahiliani also called out the makers for using his designs in the show without proper credits.

Made In Heaven 2 premiered on Prime Video on August 10, four years after season 1. The series stars Sobhita Dhulipala, Arjun Mathur, Shivani Raghuvanshi, Shashank Arora, Vijay Raaz, Mona Singh, Trinetra Haldar, Ishwaak Singh, Kalki Koechlin, Jim Sarbh, Sanjay Kapoor, Neelam and Sameer Soni among others. ALSO READ: Designer Tarun Tahiliani accuses Made In Heaven 2 creators for allegedly using his designs without credits: “This is a shocking breach of faith”

The blockbuster success of Gadar 2 has made Sunny Deol one of the hottest actors of Bollywood. The superstar created a frenzy in cinemas with his mass avatar in the Anil Sharma-directorial and made it clear that he still has an enviable fan following. As a result, it seems like producers are now jumping on the bandwagon and announcing sequels to his popular films in the 90s and early 2000s. Yesterday, there were reports that Border 2 is in the offing. Today, the announcement poster of Maa Tujhhe Salaam 2 was launched.

The poster was exclusively tweeted by veteran trade analyst Atul Mohan on his X (formerly Twitter) handle. The poster consists of the film’s title, a tricolour and a massy dialogue. The first part, Maa Tujhhe Salaam (2002), had the famous saying, ‘Doodh maangoge toh kheer denge, Kashmir maangoge toh chheer denge’. Maa Tujhhe Salaam 2’s poster, however, takes this dialogue one step further. It says, ‘Doodh maangoge toh kheer denge, Kashmir maangoge toh Lahore bhi chheen lenge’. Although the star cast is not unveiled, Sunny Deol, who featured in the first part, is expected to be a part of the sequel as well.

"दुध मांगोगे तो खीर देंगे, कश्मीर मांगोगे तो लाहौर भी छीन लेंगे" - Major Pratap Singh As promised, here's the BIG announcement MAA TUJHE SALAAM 2 to go on floors soon. Get ready for another patriotic, action entertainer...coming soon in CINEMAS!#MaaTujheSalaam2… pic.twitter.com/QWHV1ncsFp

— Atul Mohan (@atulmohanhere) August 20, 2023

Besides Sunny Deol, Maa Tujhhe Salaam also starred Arbaaz Khan and Tabu. It is the story of Major Pratap Singh (Sunny Deol), stationed in Kashmir, who’s fighting the enemies from across the border. Albaksh (Arbaaz Khan), an illiterate man staying on the Indian side, works religiously for Lala Sultan (Tinu Verma). Lala, however, is hand-in-gloves with Pakistan’s Gul Mastan (Sudesh Berry) and they wish to liberate Kashmir from India. Albaksh leaves Lala once he learns of the latter’s anti-national activities. He has to pay a heavy price for it and this is when Major Pratap Singh comes to his rescue. Tabu features in the film as Captain Sonia Khanna.

Maa Tujhhe Salaam was released on January 25, 2022, a day before Republic Day and around six months after Gadar – Ek Prem Katha (2001). As a result, it got the benefit of its blockbuster success, patriotic fervour and decent word of mouth. However, many complained that Sunny Deol was missing in the middle of the film. Coincidentally, Gadar 2 also had the same issue and yet, it’s on its way to breaking records. It now remains to be seen whether Maa Tujhhe Salaam 2 features Sunny Deol from start to finish and which other actors will be cast.

Moreover, the poster of Maa Tujhhe Salaam 2 only mentions the name of producer Mahendra Dhariwal. The director’s name, too, hasn’t been announced yet. Maa Tujhhe Salaam 2 will release in cinemas soon.

Also Read: Sunny Deol’s Sunny Villa in Juhu to be auctioned in September 2023 for non-payment of dues amounting to Rs. 55.99 crores

The much-awaited comedy entertainer of the year Dream Girl 2 has been garnering eyeballs after the makers unveiled the trailer a few weeks ago. Furthermore, they have continued to give sneak peek into the film by releasing two songs 'Dil ka Telephone' and 'Naach'. By now, audiences are well aware that the makers have retained Pooja aka Ayushmann Khurrana in his girly look, as the main centre of attraction in the promotional campaign. And now, besides that, it is speculated that all the prominent names in the industry with the name of Pooja to assemble under one roof for something special that has never seen before.

While the character of Pooja is creating a sensation in the industry and a source close to the film has informed, “To indulge the essence of the Pooja’s character the makers are planning to rope in Pooja’s under one roof and the names that are being in discussions are Pooja Hegde Pooja Banerjee, Pooja Batra, Pooja Bhatt, Pooja Dixit and Pooja Gor.” However, nothing much has been revealed about this gathering, but the speculations are strong that the makers are planning to create something big this time.

Dream Girl 2 is directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa and produced by Ektaa R Kapoor and Shobha Kapoor. Along with Ayushmann Khurrana and Ananya Panday as the lead couple, the film also stars Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Asrani, Seema Pahwa, Vijay Raaz, Manjot Singh, Abhishek Banerjee, Ranjan Raj, Manoj Joshi, and Annu Kapoor in supporting roles. The film is all set to release next week on August 25.

Also Read: Ayushmann Khurrana and Ananya Panday starrer Dream Girl 2 advance bookings open tomorrow!

Sunny Deol is on a high right now as his latest film, Gadar 2, is doing record business at the box office. In 9 days, it has earned nearly Rs. 336 crores, surprising the trade and industry. However, on the other hand, it has come to light that he is facing financial difficulties. As per a notice in The Times Of India dated August 20, a notice published by Bank Of Baroda states that Sunny Villa, owned by the actor and situated in Mumbai’s Juhu area, will be e-auctioned for non-payment of dues.

The notice states that Ajay Singh Deol aka Sunny Deol is the borrower and guarantor and that the total amount owed by him to the bank is Rs. 55,99,80,766.33. In other words, he owes Rs. 55.99 crores or nearly Rs. 56 crores which he failed to pay on time. As a result, the property will be auctioned on September 25, 2023. The auction won’t be held physically and will be done virtually.

An insider told Bollywood Hungama, “The notice states that the buyer, after paying the amount, will get ‘symbolic possession’. After the amount is deposited, Bank Of Baroda will approach the District Magistrate. Once the DM approves, the buyer will get physical possession of the property. However, this process can be slow and can take months or even years. Until then, Sunny Deol can operate his business from Sunny Villa.”

Sunny Villa houses Sunny Super Sound, the office of the actor, a preview theatre and two other post-production suites. The preview theatre is extremely famous and most of the big releases have their cast and crew and industry screenings at Sunny Super Sound. Several press shows for journalists are also held here. Established in the late 80s, the theatre and the post-production studios have been equipped with modern technology.

As per a report in Bombay Times in February 2016, Sunny Deol had mortgaged his studio to raise money for his directorial venture, Ghayal Once Again (2016). This report stated that to repay the dues he owed to his financiers; he decided to take a loan against his property.

Also Read: Sunny Deol opens up on the success of Gadar 2; says, “When we did the second part of Gadar we never knew it would be so loved”

Recently a lot was written about the relationship between the Deol brothers and Deol sisters after the latter were missing at Karan Deol’s wedding. However, showcasing an example of their relationship, Esha Deol hosted a special screening of the recent release Gadar 2, which was also attended by Sunny and Bobby Deol. With the film tasting massive success, recently Dharmendra’s second wife Hema Malini also was seen catching the movie in a Mumbai multiplex and the yesteryear star couldn’t stop gushing about the performance of Sunny Deol.

Recently, Hema Malini was seen coming out of the multiplex and she couldn’t stop smiling after watching Gadar 2. In fact, she couldn’t stop praising the film and the work of Anil Sharma as she said, “Gadar dekh kar aayi hun. Bohut hi achha laga. Jo expected tha waise hi tha. Bohot hi interesting hai. Aisa lag raha tha ki 70s aur 80s ka us zamane ka film ke jaisa ek daur hai. Uss daur ko leke aaye hai Anil Sharma ji ne bohut beautiful direction kiya hai (I just watched Gadar. It is fantastic, It was exactly as expected and is quite interesting. I felt like I was transported to the 70s and 80s era. I am glad that Anil Sharma brought those days back on screen. The direction is truly beautiful.)

Furthermore, she also went on to gush about Sunny’s performance as she added, “Sunny is superb, Utkarsh, Anil Sharma ji's son unhone ne bhi bohot sundar acting kiya hai. Jo nayi ladki hai, woh bhi bohot achhi hai. Yeh picture dekh kar ek dum rashtra ke prati jo bhav hone chahiye, patriotism, woh bohut hi hai. Muslim k prati jo bhai chara hona chahiye, us vishay ko last mein leke aaye hai (He has also done some wonderful acting. Even, the new girl [Simrat Kaur] is quite good. Definitely, we start to feel extremely patriotic after watching this movie. Towards the end of the movie, they have also broached the subject of brotherhood towards fellow Muslims, which is quite integral).”

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For the unversed, Gadar 2 features Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel who reprised their role of Tara Singh and Sakeena after over two decades. With Utkarsh Sharma as their son Chiranjeet and debutant Simrat Kaur Randhawa as his leading lady, the film showcases the Indo-Pak relations during the 70s and released in theatres on August 11, marking the occasion of India and Pakistan’s Independence Day.

Also Read: 6 Corporate lessons from Sunny Deol’s Gadar 2

By now, all those who follow (or even those who don’t follow) Bollywood are aware that Gadar 2 has emerged as an all-time blockbuster. After Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan earlier this year, it’s Gadar 2 which has created ripples at the box office. The film is set to cross the 500 crores mark in India, a feat accomplished only by Pathaan and Baahubali: The Conclusion (Hindi version) before.

So what are the corporate lessons learnt?

1. Never underestimate experience: A 67 year old Sunny Deol comes and destroys all major box office records. The guy who delivered his last hit a decade back (Yamla Pagla Deewana 2) and faced a flurry of flops and disasters in years to follow returned to deliver an all-time blockbuster

2. Respect your product: Gadar - Ek Prem Katha was an all-time blockbuster too. The makers didn’t rush up to make a sequel. They waited for 20 years to find an ideal follow up and created a product which was much loved all over again

3. Don’t overspend: It’s the big idea that matters, not the big spend. In the times when even love stories are being made at a budget of around Rs. 200 crores, here comes an action film which has been made at just Rs. 70 crores. That’s the kind of moolah that’s being spent on so-called ‘content based films’ these days, and Gadar 2 makes an out and out mass masala commercial film out of it

4. KYC - Always the most important point - Know Your Customer: The makers (Anil Sharma, ZEE Studios) knew that they were catering to the length and breadth of the country, especially the interiors, and not just those 5-6 major cities. They didn’t make a classy feel for the multiplexes to earn quick money; they made a massy film to reach out to the lowest common denominator. The ticket price would be less, but the footfalls would be exponential, and that will take care of the revenue

5. Same, same but different: The product needs to be a mix of what the consumer wants and what they could potentially need. Give them something new but don’t deprive them of something that they have loved. They want Sunny Deol? Give them that. They want enemy bashing? Give them that. They want patriotism? Give them that. However, add a pinch of something new. This time, let the son (Utkarsh Sharma) go to Pakistan to hunt his father (different), but then eventually let the father save his son and bring him back to India (same same)

6. Save the USP: Every product worth its salt has a USP to it; something that distinguishes it from everything else, and just can’t be replicated. That’s where the hand pump scene comes into picture. You can make an entire Gadar 2 to Gadar 10, but you need to have the USP intact. Bring it at just that point of the narrative when audiences can no more bear the agony of the legendary moment make a comeback. 21 gun salute to the person who conceived the hand pump scene and ensured that the USP lives on for next two decades as well

Any lessons that you wish to add? Would love to read them all!

Also Read: Sunny Deol shares a heartfelt celebration on Instagram as Gadar 2 joins ₹300 crore club; says, “I feel so much love coming from all of you each day”

Gadar 2 has been winning hearts after returning to the theatres after over two decades. Boasting an impressive collection of over Rs. 300 crores within its first week, this action-packed movie has left an indelible mark with its compelling storyline, high-octane action, and nostalgic music. A noteworthy aspect of the film's triumph is its simultaneous screening on 10 screens at Star Cinemas, AL Ghurair Centre, Dubai – a feat never before achieved by an Indian film in the UAE. In fact, The Consulate General of India in Dubai proudly hosted a success celebration for the Sunny Deol, Ameesha Patel starrer, underlining its widespread acclaim.

Sunny Deol, the leading man of Gadar 2, expressed his gratitude, stating, "We are deeply honored by the Consulate General of India in Dubai hosting the success celebration for Gadar 2. Tara Singh's universal journey and family love crossing borders is a monumental triumph in itself." Shariq Patel, CBO of Zee Studios, highlighted the film's global resonance, adding, "Gadar 2 has touched the hearts of millions worldwide, surpassing all expectations and making history once again. We extend our heartfelt thanks to UAE embassy officials for taking Gadar 2's celebration to a global scale."

#Gadar2 success goes global! It was celebrated in a big way in Dubai.. #Gadar2 was simultaneously screened in 10 screens at Star Cinemas, AL Ghurair Centre, Dubai – a feat never before achieved by an Indian film in the UAE.

The Consulate General of India in Dubai proudly… pic.twitter.com/r9JkosF95G — Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) August 19, 2023

Further continuing, Ahmad Golchin, Chairman Phars Film & Star Cinemas - largest distributor of Indian and Hollywood movies in the Middle East mentioned, “We are thrilled to witness the overwhelming response to Gadar 2 here in Dubai. As the distributor of the movie i am extremly happy about the screening in 10 screens at Star Cinemas, Al Ghurair Centre. This marks a historic milestone for Indian cinema in the UAE. This success reaffirms the global appeal of Bollywood and the timeless charm of Sunny Deol. We thank our audiences for their unwavering support."

Gadar 2, starring Sunny Deol, Ameesha Patel, Utkarsh Sharma, Simrat Kaur, Manish Wadhwa, and Gaurav Chopra, is a collaborative effort by director-producer Anil Sharma and Zee Studios. The film released in theatres on August 11.

Also Read: Gadar 2 Box Office Estimate Day 9: Creates an ALL-TIME RECORD on 2nd Saturday by surpassing Baahubali 2 to claim the no. 1 spot; collects Rs. 32 crores

Hrithik Roshan, the charismatic Bollywood superstar, has once again caused a sensation across the internet with his scorching-hot, impeccably chiseled physique. The actor's recent unveiling of his before-and-after transformation photos has left fans and admirers in awe, cementing his status as the ultimate fitness inspiration.

With his trademark six-pack abs on full display, Hrithik's journey from his initial state to his current enviable form has captivated audiences all over. The actor, renowned for his dedication to fitness, has managed to evoke strong reactions from fans, who can't help but swoon over his remarkable transformation. The heartthrob recently shared a glimpse of his fitness journey on his social media platforms, revealing a striking contrast between his earlier self and his present, impeccably sculpted physique. In the shared snapshots, Hrithik showcased his perfectly toned back, setting the virtual world abuzz with admiration and applause. In the caption accompanying the photos, the actor playfully announced the end of his vacation, hinting at the hard work and determination that fueled his transformation. He wrote, “Vacation Over. Presenting before and after pics. See you in the gym.”

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As fans and followers continue to shower the actor with compliments and words of encouragement, it is clear that Hrithik Roshan's impact extends far beyond the silver screen. Girlfriend Saba Azad wrote, “After!!!!! Eat more cheese pls” Bollywood Preity Zinta commented, “Wow.” Anil Kapoor commented, “unbelievable.”

On the professional front, Hrithik will be next seen in Fighter. The film marks his reunion with director Siddharth Anand after the record-breaking film, War. Fighter is also his first film with Deepika Padukone, a casting coup for sure.

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Hrithik Roshan prefers theatres over OTT for the community experience; says, “You get real-time feedback”

The blockbuster success of Pathaan (2023) has enhanced the hype for Shah Rukh Khan’s next Jawan considerably. And as expected, the film has been picked up by distributors at a huge price. Bollywood Hungama, in this story, will inform readers about the various distributors and studios that have picked up Jawan’s theatrical rights in different circuits of India.

A source told Bollywood Hungama, “In North and West India, PEN Marudhar has bought the theatrical rights to the film for a whopping amount of Rs. 150 crores in advance. Looking at the buzz, the PEN Marudhar team decided to shell out this huge amount as they are confident that the film will achieve record footfalls.”

Yesterday, Sree Gokulam Movies made it official with its tweet that they will distribute Jawan in Tamil Nadu and Kerala. A source down South revealed, “While Tamil Nadu territory was sold to Sree Gokulam for Rs. 15 crores, the studio shelled out Rs. 7 crores for the Kerala rights.”

A trade source shared, “Sree Gokulam Movies have further handed over the rights to Red Giant Movies in Tamil Nadu. As for Nizam/Andhra, Rajshri Films has been entrusted with the rights while Mysore territory rights have been picked up by Panorama Studios. The price at which the rights are sold has been a closely guarded secret. But it’s definitely one of the highest figures paid for a Hindi film in these regions.”

Talking of the East, the source said, “Prakash Films was going to release Jawan on a commission basis in Bihar. But now, they will release the film on MG (Minimum Guarantee).” While the exact figure given out by Prakash Films is not sure, sources peg the figure in the range of Rs. 5-6 crores. The source added, “If this range is true, then it’s the highest amount given by a distributor in Bihar for a Shah Rukh Khan-starrer, outside Pathaan.”

The source continued, “Odisha has been picked up by Rajshri Films at a record MG price of Rs. 4.5 crores. The state has been receptive to Shah Rukh Khan films and also to films with South touch. Jawan has both these factors.” The source also revealed that Shree Venkatesh Films (SVF) will release the action entertainer in West Bengal but on a commission basis.

Interestingly, Assam territory is still not closed. The source revealed, “A bidding is going on for this circuit. The deal is expected to be locked in the coming week.”

Overseas, meanwhile, Yash Raj Films will be releasing Jawan, on a commission basis.

Also Read: SCOOP: Jawan becomes Shah Rukh Khan’s most expensive film; budget of Rs. 300 crores

Swara Bhaskar, who is known to speak her heart out, recently reposted a tweet that has garnered massive attention. Not too long ago, Alia Bhatt had opened up about following Bigg Boss OTT Season 2, which featured her sister Pooja Bhatt, and during the same, she had expressed her admiration for influencer and contestant Elvish Yadav. A rather upset user on social media decided to showcase the demeaning tweets written by the influencer when he had an argument with Swara on the platform.

A user posted a series of some age-old tweets wherein Swara Bhaskar and Elvish Yadav were seen arguing over a political matter regarding GST related to religious shrines. During the argument after Swara shared evidence proving Elvish wrong, she sarcastically commented, “Liar Liar! Chaddhi on Fire”. Elvish decided to respond to it by further sharing a demeaning tweet adding, “Excessive m@sturb@tion makes you blind was a myth but swara didi isko sahi prove karri hai. GST word use kiya mene swara? (Swara sister is proving it to be right. I had used the word GST?).

The upset user, who seemed unhappy about Alia Bhatt supporting Elvish Yadav, also went on to caption the post expressing the disappointment saying, “Hello @aliaa08 This is Elvish Yadav, the person you're showering praise upon. Take a good look at his utterly reprehensible attitude towards women, how he is shamelessly engages in $'exual h@rassm€nt directed at @ReallySwara. What a downgrade for an actress like you.”

Hello @aliaa08,This is Elvish Yadav, the person you're showering praise upon. Take a good look at his utterly reprehensible attitude towards women, how he is shamelessly engages in $'exual h@rassm€nt directed at @ReallySwara. What a downgrade for an actress like you. pic.twitter.com/Sz97JI6Bsr

— RheA (@rheahhh_) August 16, 2023

For the unversed, in the past, Alia Bhatt had showcased her love for Elvish Yadav while talking about Bigg Boss OTT Season 2 wherein she had compared him with ‘Rocky’ from Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani as she had said, ““I find Elvish quite like Rocky. The way he speaks, his personality and andaaz is very much like Rocky. The way he says ‘systumm’ and all, it’s very entertaining. He really wears his heart on his sleeves and is very funny. I really like him, so Elvish can be Rocky.” She further went on to appreciate his chemistry with Manisha Rani, and had also maintained that the latter could be the perfect ‘Rani’ for this ‘Rocky’.

Also Read: Bigg Boss OTT Season 2: Elvish Yadav walks away with the trophy; defeats Abhishek Malhan

Just yesterday, we had reported that the Netflix original film Do Patti produced by Kanika Dhillon under her banner Kathha Pictures would be helmed by Shashanka Chaturvedi. Now we hear that the film starring Kajol and Kriti Sanon will in fact, mark the first venture of a three-film deal between Dhillon and Chaturvedi.

Revealing details, a well-placed industry source reveals that while Do Patti will be a Netflix Original Film, the other two ventures are yet to be announced, “Do Patti is a suspense-thriller and will mark the start of a three-film collaboration between Kanika Dhillon and Shashanka Chaturvedi. While the film went into production yesterday, the other two ventures are yet to be announced. An official announcement of the deal will be made soon, wherein the other two projects will be revealed”.

For the uninitiated, Shashanka Chaturvedi aka BOB has done some remarkable work over two decades and has made a significate impact in filmmaking in India. Co-founder of Good Morning Films, BOB gained international; recognition in 2009 by securing the first two Gold Lions for India at the Cannes Film Festival. His expertise has earned him numerous awards, including D&AD, Grand Prix in Spikes Asia, One Show, Kyoorius, and Campaign India Awards, among others. He has also worked with renowned brands and directed over 100 commercials in India.

In a past report, speaking about her collaboration with BOB Kanika had said, “As I step into the shoes of the producer, having a credible director like BOB on board is the beginning of this exciting journey for Kathha Pictures.” Further talking about their maiden production venture, Do Patti Kanika added, “The film not only has celebrated actors like Kajol and Kriti Sanon, but also a trustworthy and reliable director like BOB. Cannot wait for everyone to see the magic he creates on this film!”

Similarly, BOB had nothing but praise for Kanika saying, “Kanika’s stories have always made me want to think and wonder if I can be a part of her vision, so this is going to be a special collaboration with her and Kathha pictures. I feel both humbled and excited to be one of the first collaborators with Kathha Pictures, and Netflix alongside the Industry’s best of the best talent- the legendary Kajol and the fabulous Kriti Sanon.”

As for their maiden production, Do Patti is a suspense-thriller produced by Kanika Dhillon and Kriti Sanon, starring Kajol and Kriti Sanon. The film will release on streaming giant Netflix.

Also Read: REVEALED: Here’s why Rohit Shetty and Kanika Dhillon have been thanked in Ek Villain Returns

Iconic multi-genre music festival Lollapalooza is all set to make a splashing comeback in the country, bringing with it, an assortment of unique, diverse and exciting flavours from the world of music and culture. With the massive success of the Asia-first edition earlier this year, Lollapalooza India is now gearing up for an even more exciting second edition that will not only be twice as epic but will also carry forward the legacy of the most diverse music festival to enter India and the Asian sub-continent.

Scheduled on January 27-28, 2024, Lollapalooza India will once again transform the iconic Mahalaxmi Race Course, Mumbai into a captivating haven for all music enthusiasts, showcasing an eclectic line-up of renowned artists from around the globe and India across a two-day extravaganza. Building upon the immense support and appreciation received during its debut, Lollapalooza India 2024 promises to deliver an unparalleled celebration of music, art, food, activities and culture. Featuring four stages with piping energy and over 20 hours of live music performed by some of the biggest names globally and locally, the festival is truly an experience of a lifetime with innovative culinary selections, art, fashion and much more.

Ticket sales for Lollapalooza India 2024 will open with a limited exclusive Pre-Sale for RuPay credit card holders on August 23. Lollapalooza India would have never been the mammoth success it was if it weren’t for consumers who rallied behind the festival in its first year. As a show of gratitude to patrons, Lollapalooza India is also offering a special Pre-Sale on tickets to the OG #LollaSquad and BookMyShow Superstars from August 25th. Through this initiative, the festival welcomes the #LollaSquad back for a significantly more spectacular edition of the trailblazing music festival in India. The General On-Sale of tickets for Lollapalooza India 2024 will be live for everyone starting August 27th, 2023.

With community at its core, Lollapalooza India will continue its efforts for sustainability, inclusivity and accessibility under #LollaForChange and focus strongly on creating impact through entertainment, led by BookASmile, the charity initiative of BookMyShow. Lollapalooza, the world over, has been a festival with a heart and India has been no different. Community-driven and entertainment-for-impact initiative

under #LollaForChange driven by BookASmile led several impactful measures at scale. Keeping sustainability, inclusivity and accessibility at its fore, the festival was wheelchair-friendly, featured sign language interpreters for select headlining performances, provided reusable glasses and was gender inclusive. Almost 22,500 kgs of waste were segregated and sent for recycling, composting, re-use and co-processing as per fitment. This included 1,890 kgs of food that was donated through waste management measures executed at the festival.

Lollapalooza India co-produced by BookMyShow Live has ushered in an era of thriving live music created by some of the most head-turning global and home-grown artists. Connecting with 60,000 fans over two days through high-impact energetic performances, cutting-edge stage production and immersive festival experiences, the festival has been a melting pot of musical genres, featuring everything from pop, rock, hip-hop, indie, Electronic Dance Music (EDM), techno and a host of new Indian sounds that were discovered by thousands of music lovers in its debut edition.

The festival also saw several indie artists perform during the specially curated #RoadToLolla pre-festive and after-parties that travelled across Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, Jaipur, Chandigarh and Hyderabad. Lollapalooza India’s first edition put India on the global festival circuit map and boosted the international artist roster flowing into the country, setting new benchmarks and raising the bar for the Indian music festival and entertainment ecosystem.

Lollapalooza India has not just been the hotbed of live music culture but also opened up a never-seen-before, magnanimous Lolla Food Park, several experiential zones such as festival-look glam stations and customized tailor shops & art installations for infinite flex-worthy grabs! The festival is home to several out-of-the-box creative spaces set up by leading Indian and global consumer brand partners who look to engage with a young, dynamic fan base who are potential early adopters and trendsetters.

Also Read: TXT gear up to headline Lollapalooza 2023 in Chicago

OMG 2, although has been receiving rave reviews from many quarters, the box office earnings of the film is yet to achieve the standard Rs. 100 crores. Furthermore, there are several reports about the film going over budget because of the high fees of Akshay Kumar. However, clarifying on the same, the COO of producers Viacom 18, Ajit Andhare maintained that Akshay never charged any fees for his role in the movie.

For the unversed, Akshay Kumar is seen in an extended cameo of that of Lord Shiva’s messenger and the actor’s new look too has received a lot of love from his fans. Clarifying on the reports claiming that the film was made on a high budget because of the added remuneration of Kumar, Ajit Andhare told Pinkvilla, “The reports of the budget of OMG 2 are grossly exaggerated. On the contrary, Akshay didn't charge a rupee in fee and in fact, walked alongside us in both the financial and creative risk involved in such a courageous film.”

Furthermore, in the same report, Ajit also opened up about how their previous collaborations have always been smooth ones, adding that he is also grateful for the superstar for his extensive involvement in the film in every way. He continued, “We share a long history and understanding with him as a studio since OMG, Special 26, and Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. I have been totally in lockstep with him in taking up scripts that are unconventional but stand for something larger and meaningful.” It is being said in these reports, that the film may not have exceeded the budget of Rs. 50 crores but there is no confirmation about the same.

Speaking of OMG 2, the film is directed by Amit Rai and it revolves around the subject of importance of sex education. The film features Pankaj Tripathi in the lead role along with Yami Gautam as a lawyer, and it released on August 11.

Also Read: Akshay Kumar thanks audience for loving OMG 2 and Gadar 2; calls it “Greatest week in Indian Film History”

Former Indian cricket team captain, Virat Kohli delighted his followers on Friday by sharing a heartwarming photograph on Instagram featuring himself and his beloved wife, Anushka Sharma. The power couple graced the frame as they posed cheerfully outside a cafe in Barbados.

Virat Kohli's post unveiled a cherished moment from their Barbados holiday. The snapshot showcased a casually attired Virat in a black T-shirt paired with floral-printed shorts. Meanwhile, Anushka exuded comfort in an oversized shirt and white slippers. Her radiant smile illuminated the scene as the couple stood before a cafe's extensive menu board. In his caption, Kohli not only shared the snapshot but also warmly recommended the cafe to his online family. He wrote in caption, “Must visit in Barbados @cafealamer18 some of the best food we ever ate.”

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As soon as he shared the post, fans poured their love in the comments section. A user wrote, “KinG & QueeN,” while a fan commented, “The most perfect celeb couple.”

For the unversed, Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli tied the knot in a private ceremony held in Italy on December 11, 2017. The couple's wedding became the talk of the town, with fans and media alike eagerly following their journey into marital bliss. Adding to their joyous journey, Anushka and Virat welcomed their first child together, a baby girl named Vamika, in January 2021.

On the work front, Anushka Sharma surprised her fans with cameo in Qala. The actress is now gearing up for the release of Chakda Xpress. The film will see her play the lead role of former Indian cricketer Jhulan Goswami. It will release on Netflix in 2023. Backed by her brother Karnesh Sharma's production house Clean Slate Filmz, the film also stars Tripti Dimri, Swastika Mukherjee and Babil Khan.

Also Read: Anushka Sharma shares joyful moments from London getaway with Virat Kohli and Vamika; see video

Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor showcased his delightful weekend escapades through a series of captivating pictures shared on his Instagram account. The star's latest social media post provides a glimpse into his leisure-filled weekend routine, leaving fans longing for their own rejuvenating breaks.

Dropping the curtain on his undisclosed holiday destination, Arjun Kapoor treated his followers to snapshots that undoubtedly set the perfect weekend mood. The first image in the sequence captured Arjun engrossed in a laptop, cradling a bowl in his hands. Amidst the collection of images, one transported us to a serene swimming pool scene, where Arjun joyously immersed himself in relaxation. In the final glimpse, Arjun could be seen tackling a rigorous workout session within an indoor gym-like setting, showcasing his commitment to staying fit. The actor's candid caption perfectly echoed the sentiment many share, as he wrote, “Life is short, make your weekends long...#longweekend #mood #photodump.”

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As soon as he shared the post, fans and industry friends showered their love in the comments section. Rhea Kapoor, Arjun's cousin, conveyed her affection through a heart emoji, while fellow actor Dino Morea commented, “Okay.” Reacting to the pictures, a fan commented, “This smile is all I need to be happy,” while another user wrote, “Nice caption.”

Talking about the professional realm, Arjun Kapoor's recent cinematic venture was Kuttey, directed by Aasmaan Bhardwaj. Despite boasting an impressive ensemble cast featuring talents like Tabu, Kumud Mishra, and Naseeruddin Shah, the action-drama, released in January of this year, failed to leave a mark at the box office. Nonetheless, Arjun Kapoor's upcoming projects present an intriguing array of opportunities. Among these, the actor is set to grace the screen in a film titled The Ladykiller, in collaboration with Bhumi Pednekar.

Also Read: 1 Year of Ek Villain Returns: Arjun Kapoor and Tara Sutaria delight fans with BTS pics and videos

Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone starrer Fighter unfurled its wings with the unveiling of its maiden motion poster, aptly titled 'Spirit of Fighter’ on Independence Day, two days ago. Along with the lead pair, Anil Kapoor’s first look was also unveiled. Helmed by Siddharth Anand, the film’s first resonated with the fervour of patriotism. As the team received congratulatory messages from all across for the first look, Shah Rukh Khan also sent his best wishes to the team.

Taking to Twitter on Wednesday night, Shah Rukh Khan retweeted Hrithik Roshan’s tweet and wrote, “Wow this Threesome of @iHrithik @deepikapadukone @AnilKapoor  is looking Awesome. All the best Duggu and Sid. Keep winning the fights, both of u….with love.”

Wow this Threesome of @iHrithik @deepikapadukone @AnilKapoor is looking Awesome. All the best Duggu and Sid. Keep winning the fights, both of u….with love. https://t.co/kwT5fjBac8 — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) August 16, 2023

Shah Rukh Khan recently worked with Deepika Padukone on Siddharth Anand’s Pathaan which obliterated box office numbers. She will also make a cameo in his next movie, Jawan. Hrithik and SRK have worked on Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham.

 Presented by Viacom18 Studios in association with Marflix Pictures, Fighter is directed by Siddharth Anand and will star Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor. The film is set to release across cinemas on 25th January 2024. ALSO READ: Shah Rukh Khan praises Gauri Khan for raising Aryan, Suhana and AbRam well: “You’ve done so well with the three of them”

In a relief, actress Jacqueline Fernandez received an order from the Delhi court wherein she can now travel abroad without prior permission from the court. The actress has been in the headlines due to her alleged link to the conman Sukesh Chandreshekhar who is in jail for the Rs. 200 crore money laundering case.

A bail condition, which was imposed in November 2022 and required her to take prior permission from the court to travel abroad, was modified by Delhi's Patiala House Court. The modification application was approved by Additional Sessions Judge (ASJ) Shailender Malik after several facts and circumstances consideration.

As per NDTV, the prior order by ASJ read, “In the present case, I find considering the fact that the accused being an actor in the Indian film industry has to travel abroad frequently and in certain situations, in order to grab professional opportunities, she requires to leave the country with short notice.”

The court further said, "In such a situation condition of taking prior permission before leaving the country, becomes cumbersome and may be a reason for losing livelihood."

The actress is now required to inform the court atleast three days prior to leaving the country instead of prior permission. In her application, she would be required to provide the itinerary including the country/places she would be travelling to, stay and contact details. As per the report in NDTV, the court asked the applicant for “travelling abroad passport of the accused would be released immediately subject to depositing of FDR in the sum of Rs. 50 lakhs and she would deposit the passport again in the court and after coming back from abroad, FDR would be released.” ALSO READ: After Jacqueline Fernandez helps women in slums, NGO shares heartfelt birthday wish for the actress

The legacy will continue! Actor-filmmaker Satish Kaushik's last film, Kaagaz 2, a sequel to his widely loved 2021 directorial starring Pankaj Tripathi, is in the works. The second instalment of Kaagaz is directed by VK Prakash and features a fresh cast of Anupam Kher, Darshan Kumaar, Smriti Kalra, Anang Desai and Neena Gupta along with Satish Kaushik in a dynamic role. Bollywood Hungama has learnt that Kaagaz 2's shoot was wrapped up in January this year, a few months before Satish Kaushik's unfortunate demise.

According to sources, the makers have ensured that Kaagaz 2 lives up to Kaushik's "original vision" and pays tribute to his creative legacy. The film centres on the struggles of a common man whose right to life is infringed upon by protests and rallies.

When Bollywood Hungama reached out to producer Ratan Jain of Venus Films, he confirmed the development and said, "Yes it’s true that the post-production of Kaagaz 2 is almost finished. It’s an important project for me as Kaagaz was appreciated a lot by the audience. Satish Ji was a dear friend and this film was immensely close to his heart. When I saw the film, I realised the outcome is excellent and will impress and move audiences much like the first installment."

Kaagaz 2 is produced by Venus Records & Tapes LLP & Satish Kaushik Entertainment. ALSO READ: Anupam Kher pays a heartfelt tribute on Friendship Day; remembers late Satish Kaushik with a special photo

Prime Video pulled out all the stops for a screening of the Amazon Original docuseries, AP Dhillon: First of a Kind, which premieres worldwide on the streaming service on 18th August. This docuseries takes viewers inside the world of the man behind everyone’s favourite music and chronicles the rise of AP Dhillon from a young dreamer to a global musical phenomenon. In this 4-part series, AP Dhillon, who is renowned for creating euphonic tracks with the ability to get everyone on the dance floor, graciously shares exclusive behind-the-scenes access to his creative process and journey from Gurdaspur to Canada.

The glitz and glamour of the carpet was witnessed by the man of the hour, AP Dhillon along with Shinda Kahlon, series director Jay Ahmed, the executive producers of PASSION Pictures, Amy Foster and Erik Barmack of Wild Sheep Content. The screening was also graced by Nikhil Madhok, Head of Hindi Originals, Prime Video India. AP went on to share with the audience that he would like the series to serve not as a blue, but a ‘brown’ print for aspiring musicians.

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Superstar Ranveer Singh made it really special as he walked in with a boom-box grooving on AP's songs and brought his infectious energy to the blue carpet. The cherry on the cake was when none other than Salman Khan dropped in to show his love to AP and Shinda. Salman stopped midway in the massive crowd on Wednesday to hug Ranveer as they posed for pictures with AP Dhillon.

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Celebrities and members from the industry like Badshah, Hardy Sandhu , King, Mrunal Thakur, Maanvi Gagroo, Barkha Singh, Sukriti & Prakriti Kakkar, Orry, Guneet Monga, JD Majethia, Aatish Kapadia, MC Stan, Malika Dua, Mukul Chhabra, Srishti Dixit among others also graced the blue carpet. The heartfelt testimonials from B-Town celebs further cemented the love they have for AP Dhillon's music. AP Dhillon: First of a Kind garnered much love from the attendees who applauded the docu-series for its genuine portrayal of the artist's passion. ALSO READ: AP Dhillon and Shinda Kahlon, 'Brown Munde' duo, enthrall the crowd at a college in Mumbai, see photos

Back in 2021, Priyanka Chopra announced that she now has her own restaurant in New York in partnership with Maneesh K. Goyal. The restaurant exclusively offers Indian cuisine. However, after two years, the actress has now stepped away from the partnership and will no longer be involved with Sona restaurant.

“Priyanka has stepped away from her partnership at Sona,” a representative said in a statement to PEOPLE publication. “Bringing Sona to life will invariably be a proud and significant moment in her career. Priyanka has always endeavored to bring Indian culture to the fore through storytelling, whether that’s via engaging content for film and TV, or a beautifully plated dish that embodies the haute cuisine of India.”

But, the actress will mostly be involved food scene and hospitality. “Stepping away from Sona allows her to broaden these ambitions on a more global scale, and she’s excited about the possibilities that await,” the spokesperson added.

Maneesh K. Goyal, co-founder of Sona and Priyanka’s former business partner, said, “We're grateful for her partnership and support. While she will no longer be involved as a creative partner moving forward, she remains in the Sona family and we are excited for our respective new chapters ahead.”

Back in 2021, Priyanka took to her social media handle to make the announcement of her new restaurant along with pictures. “I’m thrilled to present to you SONA, a new restaurant in NYC that I poured my love for Indian food into. SONA is the very embodiment of timeless India and the flavours I grew up with. The kitchen is helmed by the incredible Chef #HariNayak, a masterful talent, who has created the most delicious and innovative menu, taking you on a food journey through my amazing country. SONA is opening later this month, and I can’t wait to see you there!” Priyanka had tweeted.

“This endeavour would not have been possible without the leadership of my friends @mkgoyal and #DavidRabin. Thank you to our designer #MelissaBowers and the rest of the team for realizing this vision so clearly. The second and third photos were taken in September 2019 when we performed a small intimate Puja (prayer ceremony) to bless the space that would soon become #sonanewyork Godspeed,” she had written.'

The kitchen is helmed by the incredible Chef #HariNayak, a masterful talent, who has created the most delicious and innovative menu, taking you on a food journey through my amazing country. SONA is opening later this month, and I can’t wait to see you there! (2/4) — PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) March 6, 2021

The second and third photos were taken in September 2019 when we performed a small intimate Puja (prayer ceremony) to bless the space that would soon become #sonanewyork Godspeed! (4/4) — PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) March 6, 2021

On work front, Priyanka was last seen in Russo Brothers’ Citadel which has been renewed for season 2 and a romantic comedy film, Love Again. The actress was recently in London shooting for Heads of State which also stars John Cena. The actress has Ending Things with Anthony Mackie and Jee Le Zaraa with Farhan Akhtar. ALSO READ: Priyanka Chopra cheers on husband Nick Jonas as Jonas Brothers’ tour kicks off in NYC; visits him at Yankee Stadium with Malti Marie: ‘So Proud’

Suhana Khan attended the event for Koel Purie Rinchet’s debut novel launch to discuss the book. Along with Suhana, Gauri Khan joined the launch and many other friends of Koel joined for the big launch of “Clearly Invisible In Paris”. While discussing the book, Khan junior spoke about moving out of her house at 15 to study abroad and how it was a culture shock for her.

Speaking of the book and resonating with the character, Suhana said at the event, “I have studied in the UK and New York and I feel like it was the people and the friendships that I made that made it home rather than the place.”

When asked if she had her own immigrant story, she added, “I wouldn’t call myself an immigrant and all. I went there to study. I left home when I was 15 for boarding school, so I think that was scary because it was definitely a culture shock and I think it took me a while to feel at home and when I did it was because of the people there and how their friendship, their love made me feel seen when I felt invisible.”

Meanwhile, Suhana Khan will be launched in Bollywood with Zoya Akhtar's The Archies. The film will introduce five other actors including debutants Khushi Kapoor and Agastya Nanda. ALSO READ: Suhana Khan attends Koel Purie Rinchet’s book launch; says, “There is a line in the book which says ‘biryani brings people together’ and I love biryani”

India celebrated its 77th Independence Day on August 15, 2023. Bollywood celebrities took to social media to extend their wishes and tribute to the country in several ways. Shah Rukh Khan ensured that the tradition that his son AbRam Khan started at home continues. The superstar shared a family photo from the terrace of his Mumbai residence Mannat with his staff members as they hoisted the Indian flag.

In a caption shared on social media, Shah Rukh Khan wrote, “Now the little one has made it a tradition. Hoisting of our beloved Tricolour and wishing everyone Happy Independence Day. Love to all and may our country, India prosper and all of us with it.” His team and his family were saluting looking at the flag as Swades theme played in the background.

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On the work front, Shah Rukh Khan is gearing up for his next release, Jawan, which is scheduled to hit the theatres on September 7. Directed by Atlee, the film also stars Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Sanya Malhotra, Priyamani, and Riddhi Dogra among others. As per the prevue, Deepika Padukone will make a special appearance in the movie. The music is given by Anirudh Ravichander. ALSO READ: Independence Day 2023: Sara Ali Khan, Kartik Aaryan, Shraddha Kapoor, Kiara Advani and more extend wishes on social media

In a heartwarming turn of events, Manipur is witnessing the resurgence of cinema culture as it welcomes Hindi films back into its fold. The long-anticipated reopening of the silver screen commenced with a special screening of the acclaimed Bollywood film, Uri: The Surgical Strike, featuring Vicky Kaushal. The event, held in Churachandpur, has ignited a renewed enthusiasm among the locals.

The curtain was raised on this cinematic celebration thanks to the initiative of the Hmar Students Association (HSA), an organization that staunchly opposes the over two-decade-long ban on Hindi movies. The ban, instituted in September 2000 by the 'Revolutionary People’s Front,' the political arm of the proscribed People’s Liberation Army, a Meitei terror group, has held sway over the region for years.

The Indigenous Tribal Leaders’ Forum, which represents the voice of the Kuki tribes, voiced their stance in favour of the event. Prior to the movie screening, the air was charged with patriotism as the national anthem resounded through the open-air theatre, located 63 km away from the capital city.

It's notable that the last Hindi film publicly screened in Manipur was Kuch Kuch Hota Hai in 1998. The ban, which began in 2000, saw the rebels burn thousands of Hindi video and audio cassettes and CDs in response to perceived threats to the state's language and culture due to Bollywood's influence.

This ban, stemming from concerns about perceived anti-national sentiments, has transformed into an act of solidarity and support for the nation. The screening of Uri: The Surgical Strike holds a special significance as it aligns with the spirit of Independence Day and symbolizes the resilience of Manipur's people in the face of adversity.

Meanwhile, Vicky Kaushal was last seen in Zara Hatke Zara Bachke. Co-starring Sara Ali Khan, the film featured them as a married couple from a middle-class household living in a joint family who come up with a unique solution to resolve their issues. Directed by Laxman Utekar, the film released on June 2. Vicky is now gearing up for Meghna Gulzar's Sam Bahadur. He also has a film with Triptii Dimri, directed by Anand Tiwari. He is also gearing up for Yash Raj Films The Great Indian Family (TGIF), featuring Vicky Kaushal and Manushi Chhillar. Directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya, this family-oriented venture is all set to grace the theatres on September 22.

Also Read: YRF’s The Great Indian Family starring Vicky Kaushal and Manushi Chhillar to release theatrically on THIS date

The third installment of Welcome has been in the work for a while. It was recently announced that Welcome 3, titled Welcome to the Jungle, will star Akshay Kumar in the lead role with Sanjay Dutt and Arshad Warsi joining the cast in pivotal roles along with Paresh Rawal. Earlier, it was reported that Nana Patekar and Anil Kapoor are now no longer part of the project. Now, the makers have locked Christmas 2024 as the release date for the third installment.

Just like the first Welcome which released on Christmas of 2007, producer Firoz A Nadiadwala has decided to bring this family entertainer in Christmas 2024. The film is expected to go on floors next year after Akshay Kumar wraps Jolly LLB 3 and Housefull 5.

Recently, Warsi confirmed the project by saying, “The scale of Welcome 3: the cost, the climax, is unreal. It is an insanely larger-than-life theatrical film which I will be a part of. It has me, Akshay Kumar, Sanju (Sanjay Dutt), Paresh Rawal and lots of other people.”

With this announcement, Akshay Kumar has now locked Eid 2024 for Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Diwali 2024 for Housefull 5 and Christmas 2024 for Welcome 3. ALSO READ: Arshad Warsi spills the beans: Welcome 3 gets the go-ahead; says, “It has me, Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Paresh Rawal”

Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia Deshmukh, who recently co-starred in Ved, took to social media to share a heartfelt post commemorating the former Chief Minister of Maharashtra Vilasrao Deshmukh. On his 11th death anniversary on August 14, his son Riteish and daughter-in-law Genelia decided to share an emotional post in memory of him. The two actors have often spoken about missing him in their interviews and in the recent post too expressed their love for him.

Riteish Deshmukh took to Instagram to share a photo of him where he is seen offering his prayers and paying respect to his father Vilasrao Deshmukh and along with that he captioned it saying, “Miss you pappa”. He also added a folded hands emoji in the note.

On the other hand, Genelia Deshmukh too shared a throwback photo of Vilasrao Deshmukh standing next to her on the day of her wedding with Riteish. She penned a heartfelt poem for her father-in-law as she added, “Dearest Pappa, I just want you to know You are so wonderful to think of But so so so hard to live without <3 I’m sure wherever you are, it must be the most special place because you have that ability to bring a smile to everyone’s faces We miss you Pappa <3 Until we meet again…<3”

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The couple’s friends from the industry like Pulkit Samrat, Neil Nitin Mukesh, Mushtaq Sheikh, among others dropped comments along with a few fans who also remembered the Chief Minister fondly.

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Genelia Deshmukh and Riteish Deshmukh tied the knot in February 2012 and later in the same year, former Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh breathed his last on August 14.

Also Read: Riteish Deshmukh pens a heartfelt note for wife Genelia D’Souza on her birthday; says, “To my best friend”

Akshay Kumar, who is known for doing some of the most patriotic films like Airlift, Rustom, among others, has decided to renounce his Canadian citizenship. The actor, who was often trolled for holding the citizenship of a different country, has decided to choose his nation India over others as he has officially been declared as the citizen of this country and the actor took to social media on the occasion of India’s 77th Independence Day to make this announcement.

A few moments ago, Akshay Kumar took to Twitter to share a photo of a legal document later adding in the caption that he has renounced his Canadian citizenship and become the citizen of India. He penned a note in Hindi along with the photo on social media saying, “Dil aur citizenship, dono Hindustani (Heart and Citizenship are both Indian). Happy Independence Day! Jai Hind!”

Dil aur citizenship, dono Hindustani. Happy Independence Day! Jai Hind! ???????? pic.twitter.com/DLH0DtbGxk — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) August 15, 2023

Followed by his post, many fans shared their congratulatory messages to the actor whereas they also posted ‘RIP’ messages to haters and trollers. Readers would recall that many of the actor’s releases were bashed by netizens who called out the star of making films on patriotic values but not opting for the citizenship of his own country.

On the other hand, for the past few years, Akshay has opened up about his keen interest of switching his citizenship to India on many occasions and the actor was often seen confessing about kick starting the process. And it seems that the actor found the perfect date to declare the status of his Indian citizenship on August 15.

On the work front, Akshay Kumar recently featured in a distinct but pivotal role in OMG 2 in which he essays the role of Lord Shiva’s messenger. The film released on August 11 and also features Pankaj Tripathi and Yami Gautam in lead roles.

Also Read: Akshay Kumar says, “Bharat hi mera sab kuchh hai”; expresses desire to take up Indian citizenship again

Bigg Boss OTT 2, which kept audiences entertained with its high voltage drama and controversies, came to an end on August 14. After getting a six-week extension owing to its popularity, Salman Khan yesterday announced the winner of the reality show, and it is none other than social media influencer Elvish Yadav. The influencer bagged the trophy after defeating Abhishek Malhan who was the runner up of the show.

Audiences would be aware that the grand finale kicked off with the top five contestants fighting for the trophy which included actresses Pooja Bhatt and Bebika Dhurve along with social media influencers, Elvish Yadav, Abhishek Malhan, and Manisha Rani. While Pooja was the first to get eliminated, Bebika found a position in top four but was later evicted leaving Manisha, Abhishek, and Elvish as the top three contenders. With Manisha too bidding adieu to the trophy later in the show, the tough competition between Abhishek and Elvish, who are both known for their massive fan following as well as their crazy and fun social media posts, came to an end with host Salman Khan announcing Yadav as the clear winner.

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For the unversed, Elvish Yadav entered Bigg Boss OTT Season 2, weeks after it started since he was a wild card contestant along with television actress Aashika Bhatia, who got eliminated a couple of weeks ago. It seems that the social media influencer quickly won hearts inside and outside the house and his fan following couldn’t stop expressing joy over his win.

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Bigg Boss OTT Season 2 started off with 13 contestants which included television personalities like Avinash Sachdev, Jiya Shankar, Falaq Naaz, Palak Purswani, Cyrus Broacha. Along with the five finalists, the show also had other popular personalities like Puneet Superstar, Aaliya Siddiqui aka Aaliya, Jad Hadid, and Akanksha Puri.

Also Read: Bigg Boss OTT 2: Abhishek Malhan hospitalized ahead of finale? Sister Prerna Malhan shares health update

Rarely do we get an entertainer that enlightens viewers without making it seem like a documentary or a boring lecture in school. OMG 2 is one such progressive film that talks about sex education, masturbation, and many other taboo topics in a bold, powerful, and sensitive manner. In this Bollywood Hungama special feature, we bring to you 5 lessons that the Akshay Kumar-Pankaj Tripath-Yami Gautam Dhar starrer taught us.

1. OMG 2makes it very clear that our education system indeed needs an overhaul and that sex education needs to be compulsorily taught in school. Interestingly, sex education has been given to students in schools for more than two decades. This writer was lucky to have attended such a session in his alma mater, way back in 2005. But this doesn’t happen in all schools. Also, the decision to have a sex education class was more to do with school management than an order from the education system. Ideally, the government itself should make it mandatory for all schools.

OMG 2 also breaks the myth that sex education is just about sex. It educates about a lot of aspects like ‘good touch bad touch’. Hence, it makes kids aware of how they might be getting violated, without their knowledge. A memorable scene in this regard is the priest’s (Govind Namdev) granddaughter confiding that she was molested after learning about it through Kanti Mudgal’s (Pankaj Tripathi) speech on ‘good touch bad touch’.

2. Before we reform our education system, we need reforms in the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) on an urgent basis. The Examining Committee and Revising Committee both failed to understand the concept, the objective, and even the audience for whom the film was targeted. The film was a must for those under 18. But sadly, they can’t view the film as it’s got an ‘A’ certificate.

OMG 2 was also quite recklessly cut and it proved yet again why the Film Certification Appellate Tribunal (FCAT) was so important. It was abolished in 2021. It used to take a liberal approach and pass films with minimal cuts. Had the Tribunal been around, OMG 2 wouldn’t have faced 27 cuts and it would have definitely been passed with a U/A certificate.

3. OMG 2is an eye-opener for parents as well as their kids. It shows that it’s important that parents, too, try to talk to their children about sex so that the latter don’t end up consuming incorrect information on the internet. A child is never perfect, but it is important for parents to realize that - To Err is Human. It is also important for children to realise that all that parents want is the happiness of their children and they can go to any extent to have it.

4. With OMG 2, Akshay Kumar continues to highlight social issues in the mainstream domain. There have been instances where his nationality has been questioned time and again. Nationality is not the sole definition of a true Indian, only karmdefines it and Akshay scores 10 on 10 on this aspect.

5. In fact, it won’t be wrong to say that Akshay Kumar is the new Aamir Khan. Aamir, too, highlighted social issues through ‘Satyamev Jayate’. He also focused on ‘good touch bad touch’ in a memorable episode of his show. Akshay Kumar is doing the same but in films, that too in an entertaining manner. He educated us about the importance of toilets in Toilet: Ek Prem Katha(2017), the importance of sanitary pads in Pad Man(2018) and now he enlightened us about the importance of sex education with OMG 2.

Also Read: BREAKING: Gadar 2-OMG 2-Rocky Aur Rani-Jailer effect: PVR-Inox creates HISTORY; achieves ALL-TIME high footfalls of 12.80 lakh patrons and earns Rs. 39.50 crores gross on August 13

Even as Gadar 2 continues to create havoc at the box office, director Anil Sharma has moved on to his next. And no, it is not Gadar 3. Not yet.

Before the third part of Indian cinema’s most successful franchise (with due respects to Golmaal) materializes, Anil Sharma, known in the past before Gadar: Ek Prem Katha in 2001 for his Dharmendra-helmed action hits Hukumat and Elan-e-Jung, is all set to direct an emotional family drama featuring Nana Patekar and Anil Sharma’s talented son Utkarsh, who is currently basking in the success of Gadar 2.

Nana, incidentally, has provided a voiceover in Gadar 2.

Apparently, the Nana-Utkarsh drama, to be launched in October, belongs to the family genre of cinema. “It will take Anil Sharma (back) to his roots. It has the emotional heft of Sharma’s first two directorials Shradhanjali (1981) and Bandhan Kuchchey Dhaagon Ka (1983),” a source revealed.

This will be the fourth film for Utkarsh Sharma. Incidentally, all his previous films – Gadar: Ek Prem Katha, Genius, Gadar 2 – have been directed by father Anil Sharma. The aforementioned family drama will be the fourth one where he will team up with his father.

Also Read: Sunny Deol is overwhelmed by massive response to Gadar 2: “We need some hits to keep the film industry on its feet”