On the first anniversary of the legendary choreographer Saroj Khan's passing on July 3, 2020, Bhushan Kumar announced a biopic detailing her remarkable life. This forthcoming biographical film will be produced by T-Series. Saroj Khan, who had dedicated nearly four decades to the art of dance and choreography, passed away due to a heart attack. While specific narrative details of the biopic remain in the early stages of development, there have been reports suggesting that Madhuri Dixit is under consideration to portray the iconic Saroj Khan.

Regarding the biopic, an insider told Hindustan Times, “Writing is still at a very nascent stage and hence nothing concrete has come out. However, the makers are trying to have a series of actors to play Saroj ji in different phases of her life. For example, one girl will play Saroj ji in her younger days, while the other one will play her older version. And Madhuri is being considered for one of these roles.”

The source also highlighted the extensive scope of the biopic, saying, “There are many things to show through the biopic as Khan’s life was full of highs and lows. And that’s why the writers are still deciding which angle to choose to show the story.”

According to reports, “6 months ago, there were talks about Madhuri Dixit being the central character. She was also approached for the same. And she is an ideal choice because Madhuri ka career define karne me Saroj Khan ka bahut bada haath raha hai. Most of her popular songs - from Dhakk Dhakk to Ek Do Teen - were all hits courtesy Saroj Khan. Even Madhuri always ensured that Saroj Khan choreographs her. Moreover, both of them shared a very close bond and understanding. It was easier for her to communicate with Madhuri.”

Upon reaching out to Khan's daughter Sukaina, she conveyed to HT that they have not yet settled on a definitive name. “They haven’t decided anything. The team has told me that as soon as they will shortlist the actors, they will come and have a word with the family. And it’s going to be a tough task to cast the right actors. I don’t think they have set their mind on one person,” she shared.

Sukaina added, “You cannot show one person playing her on screen and showing all that she has gone through. We are talking about a 10-year-old who joined the industry, a 17 year old who started working as an assistant choreographer and a legend who was at the peak of her career at a young age of 35-40. We need at least three people who play three different roles and show mom's journey. I would like Madhuri ma’am to be part of it, but she can probably show the latter stages of mom’s life. For other two characters, we would need other actors. That’s how I want her biopic to be.”

Sukaina also said, “I have been very clear that I do not want to get into the casting process because it’s their job. I am just happy that they have decided to put out the story of a legend like her, who has done exceptionally well not just as a professional but also as a mother, a daughter and a grandmother,” she shares.

As the script of the Saroj Khan biopic continues to evolve, fans and cinephiles eagerly anticipate the unveiling of this cinematic tribute to the dance maestro. The film is expected to capture the essence of Saroj Khan's remarkable journey and her profound influence on the world of dance and Bollywood.

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Ever since Star Plus announced that the Star Parivaar Awards would resume after a five-year hiatus, fans have been unable to contain their excitement. The recently held red carpet for the awards night was an extravagant and glittery event that saw the presence of Rupali Ganguly, Pranali Rathod, Sayali Salunkhe, Vijayendra Kumeria, Avinash Mishra, Neha Solanki, and many more artists, who are associated with some of the most popular shows on the channel which includes Anupama, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hain, Titli, among others.

Star Parivaar Awards night also saw varied performances and acts done by the artists of these Star Plus shows. The main highlight of the event was ‘Funupama’. Gaurav Khanna aka Anuj Kapadia, clad in an attire similar to that of Anupama, created some hilarious moments that would surely tickle the funny bones of the audience. The most awaited moment for the audience was when ‘Funupama’ kissed Vanraj; as the bromance between Vanraj and Anuj (Funupama) only received more love from audience when they saw the onscreen rivals turn lovers for the awards evening.

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While Gaurav Khanna aka Anuj Kapadia from the Star Plus show Anupama mimicked Anupama, the Kapadia family and Shah family cheered for their favourite Anuj. This was the very first time that Anuj had donned Anupama's attire and we are sure audiences are going to love their Anuj in this new avatar of Funupama. The evening is also expected to feature a host of performances from MaAn, AbhiRa, and some more onscreen couples who will be setting the stage on fire.

Fans of MaAn will be surely awaiting to see the Funupama magic on their television screens. Star Parivaar Awards is expected to air on Star Plus on October 1 at 7pm. As for Anupama, the show airs on the channel from Monday to Sunday at 10 pm.

Also Read: Anupama, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai and Baatein Kuch Ankahee Si cast to come together for a musical mehfil night; deets inside

Karan Johar emerged as a director to reckon with, with the monstrous blockbuster Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998). He then followed it up with another huge grosser, the big-budget multi-starrer family entertainer, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001). 2 years later, he came up with Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003), his first film as a producer, and it was also a very big hit. Starring Shah Rukh Khan, Saif Ali Khan and Preity Zinta, the romantic drama marked the directorial debut of Nikkhil Advani, a successful director-producer today. Karan had written its script.

After Kal Ho Naa Ho, however, Nikkhil Advani left Dharma Productions. In a recent interview, he revealed that due to his public fall out with Karan Johar, he didn’t get work for three years.

Karan Johar was asked to comment on this statement while talking to Mayank Shekhar of Mid-Day. Karan gave a detailed answer and also credited Nikkhil for holding his hands while he was directing Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Rani Mukerji.

Karan Johar said, “I didn’t know if it was a gap of three years that he got no work. The fallout is too far gone, firstly. I attribute my knowledge of cinema and camera grammar to him. I was quite clueless on my first film. I just knew mid-shot, wide-shot and close-up. He mentored my technique. I will be forever grateful to him for that. But we are wonderful now when we meet—exchanging shared nostalgia and memories. We had a creative fallout. It was a time when he was hurting. I was hurting. It was at an unfortunate time because my father was very critical (during the making of Kal Ho Naa Ho).”

Karan Johar’s father, the much-loved and respected Yash Johar, passed away on June 26, 2004, after suffering from cancer. He was 74.

Also Read: Karan Johar takes on stereotypes about Dharma Productions at TIFF; says, “If my name was Karan Kashyap, I would do so much better with a certain section of people”

Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Nick Jonas, who have always been setting couple goals, were recently seen at the latter’s concert as the actress continued to shower her love on her beloved husband. The couple, along with their daughter Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, were seen spending some quality time amid the musical tour of the Jonas brothers as they rang in the birthday of the American pop singer. Recently, PC took to social media to give a glimpse of how they celebrated her hubby’s birthday, wherein, she also gave Nickyanka fans a sneak peek into the doting father that Nick is.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas took to Instagram to share photos of them partying as well as indulging in some golfing together. In the past, the actress has opened up about how golfing has been one of their favourite things to do during the weekend. On the special day of Nick Jonas too, the couple were seen having fun on the golf court. Along with this, she also posted an adorable photo where Nick is seen feeding their daughter Malti Marie Chopra Jonas. With the photos, Priyanka also penned a heartfelt birthday note for her husband saying, “Celebrating you is the greatest joy of my life. You have pushed me in ways I didn’t know was possible.. shown me peace like I have never known.. and loving like only you can.. I love you my birthday guy! I hope all your dreams always come true… Happy birthday baby <3” She signed off the note by tagging Nick Jonas and adding a feeling-loved emoji.

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Followed by her note, many of them from the industry as well as Nickyanka fans posted their birthday wishes on the platform, including Preity Zinta as well as fashion designer Falguni Peacock. In yet another photo which is being shared by fanclub, it was seen that joining them for the celebrations were also Nick’s brothers Kevin and Joe Jonas, along with a few of their close friends.

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Priyanka Chopra Jonas is currently accompanying her husband Nick Jonas during his musical tour along with the Jonas brothers.

Also Read: Priyanka Chopra Jonas shares glimpse from joyful ‘Play Date’ with her daughter Malti Marie; see pictures

On September 16, it came to light that one of the most awaited films of 2024, Singham Again, went on floors. Director Rohit Shetty and actors Ajay Devgn and Ranveer Singh were seen at the mahurat of the film, which was held at Mumbai’s YRF Studios on Saturday. As expected, the pictures of the mahurat went viral. Akshay Kumar, who’s also a part of the film, could not make it but gave his good wishes.

Meanwhile, one more piece of information also came to the fore. Milap Zaveri, known for writing massy dialogues and directing commercial entertainers, has come on board for Singham Again. He has penned the dialogues and is also one of the writers besides Yunus Sajawal and Shantanu Srivastava.

Milap Zaveri himself broke the news as he posted the mahurat picture on his social media handles. He wrote, "It’s my honour to write the dialogues for #SinghamAgain and be part of the writing team with @sajawalyunus @ishantanus and all! Thanks to @itsrohitshetty sir for believing in me!!!"

A few hours later, he posted a picture where he can be seen posing with Rohit Shetty. The caption with this pic was, "AALI RE AALI AATA MAAZI BAARI AALI to write dialogues for the LIONHEARTED @itsrohitshetty…It’s been a dream come true to work with a maestro of Mass like him! The appreciation, faith and encouragement he gives a person instills full confidence into everyone! Love you and thank you for #SinghamAgain"

Milap Zaveri had earlier written screenplay and dialogues for Rohit Shetty’s Ranveer Ching Returns, a video made as part of the promotions of the Chings brand. It starred Ranveer Singh and Tamannaah Bhatia. Singham Returns, however, marks the first film where Milap and Rohit have collaborated.

An industry insider commented, “Rohit Shetty and Milap Zaveri both believe in mass cinema. Rohit’s films require dramatic and clapworthy dialogues that can uplift a scene. Milap Zaveri is apt for it as he has proved his worth in such films multiple times.”

Besides Singham Returns, Milap Zaveri has also penned Sharman Joshi’s next with his Style (2002) co-star Sahil Khan. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama in August 2022, Milap Zaveri said, “I’ve written the dialogue for Sanjay Gupta’s The Miranda Brothers, starring Harshvardhan Rane and Meezaan Jafri. It’s my seventh film with Sanjay Gupta’s company after Kaante (2002), Plan (2004), Musafir (2004), Woodstock Villa (2008), Shootout At Wadala (2013) and Alibaug. I am writing dialogues for his next film too. I am also writing the story, screenplay and dialogues for Mohit Suri’s next and the story, screenplay and dialogues for Kookie Gulati’s next. I am also penning the screenplay and dialogues for Remo D’Souza’s next film as well as writing his web series.” In the same interview, he also assured that he’ll soon announce his next, which is an action drama.

Singham Returns, meanwhile, is the fifth part of Rohit Shetty’s cop universe after Singham (2011), Singham Returns (2014), Simmba (2018) and Sooryavanshi (2021). As per reports, Arjun Kapoor plays the antagonist in Singham Again.

Also Read: Ajay Devgn, Ranveer Singh, and Rohit Shetty launch Singham Again; see pics

Akshay Kumar, who is known for his sense of humour even off screen, recently gave his curious fans a glimpse of it. As the actor gearing up for the biopic on Jaswant Singh Gill with Mission Raniganj, the actor recently was seen promoting the film on various platforms including social media. While fans were showering love on the movie, some were also seen having a fun banter with the superstar.

In a recent Instagram post, Akshay Kumar thrilled fans by announcing the release of the song 'Jalsa 2.0' from the forthcoming Mission Raniganj. As news of the song release spread, Akshay Kumar's Instagram comments section lit up with fans expressing their anticipation and sending best wishes and love for Mission Raniganj. One fan eagerly exclaimed, "Can't wait to see you playing yet another real-life hero on the big screen."

In the midst of the excitement, a witty exchange between Akshay Kumar and a fan from India caught the attention of many. The fan, noticing the late-hour post, humorously inquired, “Sir haven’t you slept yet?” To this, Akshay Kumar replied in his characteristic style, "I am in London, bhai. It's 6 pm, if you say, I'll go to sleep." This amusing response sparked an online buzz with many fans and netizens sharing their reaction to the actor’s comments.

Coming to Mission Raniganj, as the release date draws nearer, fans across the globe eagerly are waiting to witness Akshay Kumar donning the avatar of yet another real-life hero as Jaswant Singh Gill. Scheduled for release on October 6, Mission Raniganj promises to be an ode to heroism, based on the real-life incident of the Raniganj Coalfields Collapse of 1989 that shook West Bengal. Over 60 mine worker were trapped underground during this accident but survived because of Jaswant Singh Gill who fought tooth and nail to save them.

Also Read: Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna pen heartfelt birthday notes for son Aarav; see posts

Post his last release Zero in 2019, Shah Rukh Khan had decided to take a sabbatical from the film industry which resulted in the actor staying from films for over three years. His comeback venture Pathaan, which released earlier this year, kicked off its shoot schedule last year and it was the first time, the superstar was returning on the sets after three years. During the recently held Jawan press conference, Shah Rukh confessed that he was indeed nervous to go back to the sets but it was his son Aryan Khan who motivated him to go and give his best.

Readers would be aware that Shah Rukh Khan celebrated the success of his second release this year, Jawan, which seems to be breaking records created by Pathaan too. While celebrating the success of this South-Bollywood collaboration, which has been creating quite a stir at the box office, Shah Rukh Khan opened up about the first time he visited the sets of Pathaan after his three-year sabbatical. He said, “Main bhi bahut nervous tha ki maine itne saal kaam nahi kiya (I was very nervous because I hadn’t worked for so many years). For me to return to a set after three years itself was very new.”

He further credited Aryan Khan for encouraging him, adding, “It was feeling very, very different. My elder son told me, ‘When we were growing up, we knew what stardom in the air feels like because your films were big hits. The daughter (Suhana) says I know it. But this little one (AbRam) knows you’re a star but has never seen or felt it in the air. So next five films, please work very hard. He'll feel it in the air. He'll love and respect you."

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And it seems that all the hard work and efforts have paid off. Currently, not only have his two releases raked in massive moolah but SRK has become the only Indian actor to have had two Rs. 500 crore hits in a single year.

Jawan, starring Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Priyamani, Sanya Malhotra, among others, released in theatres on September 7 whereas Pathaan, which is an action-packed thriller from the YRF spy universe which released in January this year. Both of them featured the superstar with Deepika Padukone.

Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan shares insights on Atlee’s feedback on his “cool shots” in Jawan

Actor Imran Khan, who recently stirred a social media storm with his hints about a Bollywood comeback, shared a series of stills and behind-the-scenes pictures from the movie Once Upon Ay Time in Mumbai Dobaara and shared some intriguing insights into the making of the movie. He took to social media to share throwback pictures from the film's set along with Sonakshi Sinha and Akshay Kumar.

Sharing throwback pictures, Imran captioned, “Once Upon Ay Time in Mumbai Dobaara (that's the official spelling, zoom in on the poster if you don't believe me) was a tricky film. It was perceived and marketed as a gangster movie, but I had always seen it as a tragic romance; while the characters are gangsters, the plot is entirely driven by the love story, not the cops vs robbers stuff.”

He further added, “I was excited about the retro vibe of the film, and I took a lot of styling cues from Anil Kapoor (Mashaal) and Jackie Shroff (Baap Numbri Beta Dus Numbri) in their 80's glory. I grew out my sideburns and mustache in an attempt to be authentic... but it was not to be.”

Imran said, “While I was initially scheduled to wrap shooting on this film in January 2013, and begin the shoot for Gori Tere Pyaar Mein the next month, the schedules stretched till August of that year, and we were still on set filming scenes two weeks before release! This meant that after filming about 30% of my scenes, I had to shave and get a haircut so I could start GTPM, and complete the rest of OUATIM with hair extensions, fake sideburns and a glued-on mustache. It's easy to catch, now that you're looking for it!”

“The film was not very well received upon release, and I shouldered most of the responsibility... but that never tarnished the affection I felt for my team mates. @akshaykumar was the very definition of Movie Star cool, and is probably the strongest human being I've met in real life... this dude's forearms are as thick as my calves, seriously. And I loved @aslisona from the first day. Fearless and unrestrained as an actor, and utterly devoid of any self-importance,” Imran concluded.

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For the unversed, Imran Khan is Aamir Khan's nephew. He made his debut in the 2008 movie Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na which also starred Genelia D'Souza. He also went on to star in Break Ke Baad opposite Deepika Padukone, Mere Brother Ki Dulhan opposite Katrina Kaif, Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu opposite Kareena Kapoor Khan, Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola opposite Anushka Sharma, Once Upon a Time in Mumbai Dobaara! opposite Sonakshi Sinha, Katti Batti opposite Kangana Ranaut and Delhi Belly.

Also Read: Jawan success press conference: Atlee calls Jawan his love letter to Shah Rukh Khan

Somy Ali, who has shared screen space with some of the biggest 90s stars, from Sanjay Dutt to Saif Ali Khan, has always been vocal about her affair with Salman Khan and how the actor has mistreated her and other women in the past. While she has opened up about the abuse she faced during her relationship with him, in a recent interview, the former actress and now a social activist revealed that Salman Khan had cheated on Sangeeta Bijlani, a few weeks before their wedding and that she was the ‘other woman’ in his life.

Furthermore, Somy Ali also revealed that Karma had a way of getting back and that Salman Khan cheated on her too during their relationship. In an interview with Aaj Tak, Somy Ali said, “The wedding cards were printed, but Sangeeta caught Salman red-handed in my apartment. What Salman did to Sangeeta, the same happened to me. This is called karma, when I grew up a little, I understood about it.” For the unversed, Salman Khan was supposed to tie the knot with Sangeeta Bijlani in the 90s and was already engaged to the actress.

In her social media posts, Somy Ali has often spoken about the relationship as well as about how she had entered Bollywood as a Salman fan and was always in awe of him. The actress had also revealed that Salman was not keen on making their relationship public and that even though, in the public eye, their relationship looked like a brief romance, Ali insisted that they were together for eight years. Furthermore, the actress also opened up about several instances including one where he poured a cold drink on the hair during an event, and how he would demean, insult her in public.

Also Read: Salman Khan’s ex Somy Ali writes enigmatic note on alleged abuser; says, “He can make or break…”

On the occasion of her son Aarav's 21st birthday, Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna, the beloved author, and former actress, expressed their affection and pride with an endearing birthday wish. On Friday, Akshay and Twinkle took to their social media to commemorate this special day, sharing photographs of their son.

Sharing Aarav’s picture, Akshay wrote in caption, “Hi mere angrez puttar…the candles on your cake count to 21 today, but for me you’d always be the li’l one who’d jump into my lap and make a tough day worth carrying on. Enjoy your day my son, you can now legally do everything I suspect you’ve been doing already ;) Love you, Aarav. Forever your proud dad.”

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While Twinkle shared a delightful throwback image from Aarav's childhood along with a current image and captioned the pictures with a thoughtful message, saying, “All of 21 and technically a grown man! Raising a child is a bit like building a house and designing each room. You do the best you can, and finally, it's time to hand over the house to its rightful owner who will rearrange the furniture the way they like and pay the bills as well:) Happy birthday my son, and may your unfailing kindness continue bringing a smile to everyone who knows you.”

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Meanwhile, Akshay was recently seen in OMG 2 alongside Pankaj Tripathi and Yami Gautam. The film earned praise from critics and audience alike and performed well at the box office. He has Sky Force and Tinu Suresh Desai’s directorial, The Great Indian Rescue starring alongside Parineeti Chopra. The film is slated to release on October 5, 2023. He also has Jolly LLB 3, Welcome 3, Housefull 5 and Bade Miyan Chote Miyan in his pipeline.

Also Read: Akshay Kumar and team Mission Raniganj pays tribute to real-life unsung hero Jaswant Singh Gill on Engineer’s Day

Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan is basking in the glory of his action-packed thriller film, Jawan, which hit theatres on September 7, 2023, and has been garnering accolades. The film's success has been a cause for celebration, and the makers hosted a post-release event in Mumbai on September 15, attended by the film's stars, including Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, Vijay Sethupathi, Sunil Grover, Atlee, and Sanya Malhotra, among others. At the event, Shah Rukh Khan disclosed how Atlee responded to the shots he considered “cool.”

During the post-release gathering of Jawan held at the YRF Studios in Mumbai today, Shah Rukh Khan discussed his collaboration with Atlee, humorously stating, “he is mass and I am class.” He went on to reveal that Atlee often distinguished between “mass” and “class,” offering the critique that certain shots he believed to be “cool” were, in Atlee's eyes, more “mass” than “class.” SRK said, “Every time I thought I have done a cool shot, Atlee sir would be like, ‘No, this is mass and not class’.”

Shah Rukh Khan continued, expressing his gratitude for the film's team and his desire to please the director. He acknowledged the natural shyness actors can feel while performing certain scenes and emphasized the importance of making the director happy, as the director's perspective shapes how audiences perceive the actors. He said, “Whatever I’ve done in the film is because of the love of the team. I get shy, actors get shy to do things, and we feel awkward. I just wanted to make him happy and please him. It is the duty of every actor, whatever film you do, you have to make your director happy because, through his eyes, everybody is going to perceive you and see you. I’m happy I could make him (Atlee) happy.”

Jawan, directed by the acclaimed Atlee Kumar and produced by Gauri Khan under the banner of Red Chillies Entertainment, boasts an ensemble cast featuring Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Sanya Malhotra, Priyamani, Sunil Grover, Eijaz Khan, and a special appearance by Deepika Padukone.

Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan wins hearts at Jawan’s success press meet: “Agar aurat ki izzat ho, toh sabse zyada prem jhalakta hai”

Shah Rukh Khan is popular not just for his superstardom, memorable performances, stellar filmography and sense of humour but also for his deep respect for women. It’s not uncommon to find netizens sharing their views about ladies and how much he loves and cares for them. His co-stars too have vouched for it excitedly. At the success press meet of Jawan, Shah Rukh Khan opened up about this aspect. As expected, the audience loved it and it became one of the highlights of the event.

Shah Rukh Khan was asked about his chemistry with Nayanthara and how he manages to look so good with all his heroines. Shah Rukh flashed his million-dollar smile at this question and said, “I’ll be very honest. People who create characters – the writers, the directors, the chief assistants, some of Atlee’s boys and girls like Shilpi, Raghav, Manoj etc – all of them have a lot of respect for women. It stems obviously from Atlee sir. Priya (Atlee’s wife) is here. They have a lot of respect for women. So, when people who respect women write love scenes, I think they just flower themselves. I really have to do very little. I know sab aisa bolte hai ki, ‘Shah Rukh Khan romance bahut achha karta hai’. But I have always maintained that agar aurat ki izzat ho, toh sabse zyada prem jhalakta hai. Sabse zyada khushi dikhti hai aur sabse zyada pyaar dikhta hai.”

The audience clapped loudly at this statement. Shah Rukh Khan was not done. He continued, “Nayan ji’s character says in the film that she has a nine-year-old daughter. The father of the child declines to marry her only if she goes for an abortion. She refuses. I think that empowerment, that feeling of women being so strong, that strength itself made us feel that prem kahaani khud hi ho jaati hai. How can you not love for a character like Narmada? You’d love them naturally!”

Also Read: Jawan success press conference: Atlee calls Jawan his love letter to Shah Rukh Khan

As Ayushmann Khurrana marked his 38th birthday yesterday, the talented actor finds himself riding high on the waves of success following the box office triumph of his latest film, Dream Girl 2. Wishes and love are pouring in from all corners of the entertainment industry to celebrate this special day in Ayushmann's life. However, one birthday wish, in particular, has set social media abuzz.

Film producer, Ekta Kapoor, took to her social media to extend her heartfelt birthday wishes to Ayushmann Khurrana in a truly unique way. She shared a captivating throwback video that instantly captured the essence of Ayushmann's charm. In the video, Ayushmann can be seen dancing with exuberance to the infectious beats of Lehmber Hussainpuri's ‘Sadi Gali’ from the film Tanu Weds Manu. Standing nearby is Ayushmann's wife and celebrated filmmaker-author, Tahira Kashyap. What adds an extra layer of star power to the video is the presence of Ayushmann's Dream Girl 2 co-star, the talented Ananya Panday, who graced the event with her radiant presence. The video itself hails from the success party hosted by Ekta Kapoor on September 6, in honour of the film Dream Girl 2. In her heartfelt caption accompanying the video, Ekta Kapoor wrote, “Happie bday @ayushmannk !!! I’m sure ull have a goood one. !! It’s four years of dream girl1 n also dream girls/boys. Bday !!!!!!” 

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Dream Girl 2 was directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa and produced by Ektaa R Kapoor and Shobha Kapoor. It stars Ayushmann Khurrana and Ananya Panday in lead roles, while Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Asrani, Seema Pahwa, Vijay Raaz, Manjot Singh, Abhishek Banerjee, Ranjan Raj, Manoj Joshi, and Annu Kapoor appear in prominent supporting roles. The film arrived in cinemas on August 25, 2023.

Also Read: Tahira Kashyap pens a heartfelt birthday message to Ayushmann Khurrana on his birthday; says, “You are the only one for whom I can dance till 4 in the morning”

With Jawan, Shah Rukh Khan has once again given another massive success to the film industry. Helmed by Atlee, the film has collected Rs. 369.43 crore at the box office. The film stars Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi in pivotal roles. Deepika’s special appearance was met with cheers, claps and whistles in theatres. Interestingly, the actress recently revealed that she did not charge a penny to star in Jawan.

In a conversation with The Week, when asked if she charges for making special appearances in films, Deepika said, “No, I don’t. I wanted to be a part of 83 because I wanted it to be an ode to women who stand behind their husbands’ glory. I watched my mother do it. This was my homage to wives who make sacrifices to support their husbands’ careers. Other than that, any special appearance for Shah Rukh Khan, I am there. Same with Rohit Shetty.”

Talking about her equation with SRK, she added, “We are each other’s lucky charm. But honestly, we are beyond luck. We have a sense of ownership over each other.” She further said, “I am one of the few people he is vulnerable with. There is so much trust and respect, and I think that luck is just the cherry on the top.”

Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone have previously worked together in films like Om Shanti Om, Chennai Express and Pathaan. The chemistry between them has always been a crowd-pleaser, and Jawan is no exception.

Jawan is a Red Chillies Entertainment presentation directed by Atlee, produced by Gauri Khan, and co-produced by Gaurav Verma. The film released on September 7, 2023, in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages. ALSO READ: Shah Rukh Khan’s viral dialogue ‘Bete ko hath lagane se pehle’ in Jawan wasn’t a part of the script earlier, says writer Sumit Arora

In a heartbreaking turn of events, Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor took to social media on Thursday to share the grievous news of his cherished pet dog Maximus's demise. The actor expressed profound sorrow as he bid farewell to his four-legged companion.

Arjun Kapoor's Instagram post served as a heartfelt tribute to Maximus, featuring a series of pictures and videos capturing their unforgettable moments together. In the initial photograph, Arjun was seen lying on a bed, his loyal Maximus nestled by his side. The second frame portrayed a heartwarming moment with Arjun's sister, Anshula Kapoor, grinning at the camera, sharing the frame with their furry family member. The actor shared endearing snippets of their time together, including a video where he playfully encouraged Maximus to greet his sister. Arjun penned an emotional note to convey the depth of his loss. Arjun wrote in caption, “The best boy in the world…My Maximus…The kindest the sweetest the bravest the warmest the bestest…I miss u mera bacha…Our home is never gonna be the same ever now…I hate that u were taken from ansh n me so suddenly I don’t know how to sit at home and not have u around…Death has been cruel to us many times over and this time feels no different… Thank u for all the joy u gave @anshulakapoor & me in the good days and bad…I hope you Fubu Chocolate & Mom watch over us…take care my friend rest well sleep easy enjoy all ur treats now…I will see u on the other side my Maxxxxuuu.”

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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: Arjun Kapoor shares pictures from his long weekend; says, “Life is short, make your weekends long”

The glamorous world of Bollywood has witnessed yet another star-studded success party, and this time it was none other than the stunning Ananya Panday who stole the limelight. The young actress, known for her impeccable style and undeniable talent, graced the Gadar 2 success bash and left everyone in awe with her striking appearance. Recently, her stylist took to Instagram to share some exclusive pictures from the event, and fans can't stop gushing over Ananya's fashionable avatar. When it comes to making an impression, Ananya Panday knows just how to do it right. The Gadar 2 success party was no exception as she stepped out in an outfit that exuded elegance and sophistication. Ananya's sartorial choices have always been on point, and this event was no different.

Anytime Ananya Panday posts a glimpse of one of her stylish outfits, it quickly becomes trendy online. We adore the original fashion choices she makes and the one-of-a-kind looks she gives us. We are now entirely satisfied with her most fashionable avatar because she added fresh postcards. Ananya recently attended the Gadar 2 success celebration wearing a colour-blocked ensemble from Prabal Gurung's collection. She decided for a lavender off-shoulder top with floral shoulder detailing. Her miniskirt was olive in colour, half-pleated, and featured a large 3D flower motif on the side. Top’s slightly roomier bodice was properly balanced by the tailored skirt. Ananya let her ensemble speak for itself by merely accessorising with a pair of tiny circular earrings. She applied coloured lips, glossy golden eyeshadow, and cheek contouring. She had her hair pulled back in a ponytail. Purple feather heels gave the outfit a bit more edge.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Recently, Ananya featured in Dream Girl 2. The movie, which stars Ayushmann Khurranna and Ananya Panday in the key roles, earned over 100 crores at the box office and became a success. Her subsequent appearance will be in the web series Call me Bae, which will air on Amazon Prime. She also has the upcoming film Kho gaye hum kahan starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Adarsh Gourav.

SUMMARY OF LOOK DETAILS:

ACTRESS: Ananya Panday

OUTFIT: Prabal Gurung

STYLIST: Meagan Concession

MAKE-UP: Stacy Gomes

HAIR: Ayesha Devitre

Also Read: Ananya Panday in an embellished saree by Tarun Tahiliani turns the red carpet into her personal runway

Shah Rukh Khan and the team of Jawan are rightly basking in the success of their film which has collected Rs. 369.43 crore at the box office. Helmed by Atlee, the film stars Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi with a special appearance of Deepika Padukone. While the film is garnering a great response on social media and box office, the music of the film especially the background score is being heavily appreciated by the audiences. The music has been composed by Anirudh Ravichander. A week after the release of the movie in the theatres, the composer dropped an acoustic version of ‘Chaleya’.

Picturised on Shah Rukh Khan and Nayanthara, the song has been crooned by Arijit Singh and Shilpa Rao. Sharing his cover on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, Anirudh wrote, “It’s been a while.. here’s your fav #Chaleya” and tagged SRK, director Atlee, Red Chillies Entertainment and T-Series.

Praising his cover, Shah Rukh Khan responded, “I have to dance on this while you sing it beta. And if I get the step wrong you instantly change the rhythm so I look good! U can do magic like that I know….love u.”

I have to dance on this while you sing it beta. And if I get the step wrong you instantly change the rhythm so I look good! U can do magic like that I know….love u. https://t.co/1GS3GCYMfS — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) September 14, 2023

The movie also stars Sunil Grover, Ridhi Dogra, Sanya Malhotra, Mukesh Chhabra, Girija Oak Godbole, Aaliyah Qureishi, Ashlesha Thakur, Sanjeeta Bhattacharya, and Lehar Khan.

Jawan is a Red Chillies Entertainment presentation directed by Atlee, produced by Gauri Khan, and co-produced by Gaurav Verma. The film released on September 7, 2023, in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages. ALSO READ: Shah Rukh Khan’s viral dialogue ‘Bete ko hath lagane se pehle’ in Jawan wasn’t a part of the script earlier, says writer Sumit Arora

Shah Rukh Khan and the team of Jawan are rightly basking in the success of their film which has collected Rs. 369.43 crore at the box office. Helmed by Atlee, the film stars Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi with a special appearance of Deepika Padukone. While the film is garnering a great response on social media and box office, one dialogue has been the most viral. From the day the trailer launched, 'Bete ko hath lagane se pehle, baap se baat kar’ received mass acclaim. However, writer Sumit Arora says that the dialogue wasn’t part of the script before.

Writer Sumit Arora said in an interview with PTI that the viral dialogue wasn’t a part of the script, originally. He shared, “It’s a story that will make you believe in the magic of movie-making. That line was never there in our draft originally. The ‘moment’ where SRK sir’s character says the line was always there and we all knew that it is a powerful moment even without a dialogue. But while shooting, it was felt that there should be a line, that this guy should say something.”

The writer further added, “I was there on the set, so I was called in, and the first words that came out of my mouth given the situation were, ‘Bete ko hath lagane se pehle, baap se baat kar.’ It felt like the most obvious and most apt thing he should say at that moment. It just fits. Director Atlee and SRK sir both felt it was correct and the shot was taken.”

Sumit reacted to the kind of response the dialogue received. He said, "The way SRK sir delivered it gave us goosebumps. But we never thought that that line would become such a huge hit and would resonate with people in this way. As a writer, you can only write a line but its destiny goes on to write itself."

Jawan is a Red Chillies Entertainment presentation directed by Atlee, produced by Gauri Khan, and co-produced by Gaurav Verma. The film released on September 7, 2023, in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages. ALSO READ: Jawan: Keerthy Suresh and Priya Atlee groove to ‘Chaleya’ but Atlee steals the limelight, watch video

Veteran actor Rio Kapadia, known for his performances in Chak De India and Dil Chahta Hai, has died at the age of 66. The actor died on September 14 and the news was confirmed by his friend Faisal Malik. The cause of his death is yet to be revealed. His last rites will be carried out today at Shiv Dham Shamshan Bhumi in Goregaon.

Rio Kapadia was seen in both movies and TV shows. He worked on projects like The Big Bull, Khuda Hafiz, Agent Vinod, Mumbai Meri Jaan, and Mardaani among others. On web shows, he was seen in City Of Dream, Bombay Begums, The Verdict: State Vs Nanavati, The Test Case etc. Even on TV shows, he was seen in shows like Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke, Kutumb, Judwa Raja, and Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi.

Rio Kapadia was last seen in the Prime Video series Made In Heaven season 2.

Rio Kapadia is survived by his wife Maria Farah, and kids Aman and Veer.

Bollywood actor Harsh Vardhan Kapoor recently found himself in the midst of a social media controversy following his Instagram Stories post about fake sneakers. The actor's message advising his followers not to wear fake sneakers triggered a heated online debate, drawing mixed reactions from the digital community. Now, he has responded to a user on X (formerly Twitter), who informed him that they would 'still not buy his brother-in-law’s shoes.' It's worth noting that Harsh Varrdhan's sister, actor Sonam Kapoor, is married to entrepreneur Anand Ahuja.

Harsh Vardhan Kapoor's advice on avoiding knock-off sneakers did not sit well with some on X recently. The actor's comment faced backlash, with some deeming it. One user tweeted, “Bruh (brother) we are still not buying your brother-in-law’s shoes (sneakers from Anand Ahuja's store).” In response, the actor stated, “I couldn’t care less about that tbh.”

I couldn’t care less about that tbh https://t.co/nGP8TuoZ19 — Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor (@HarshKapoor_) September 13, 2023

This exchange followed Harsh Vardhan's earlier tweet, where he had said, “I know every time I say something there will be people on social media, who don’t know anything about footwear etc. going crazy but a lot of my followers are (sneakers emoji) enthusiasts or are looking to collect and that’s the audience I’m speaking to.”

When I put this out I already knew people who don’t know people would come after me etc but the truth is I’ve been doing this for along time and reps of hyped shoes are more expensive then say a pair of converse old skool vans or used air forces etc . https://t.co/ayapMiPRa3 — Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor (@HarshKapoor_) September 11, 2023

The controversy stemmed from Harsh Vardhan's Instagram Stories post, which read, “Don't know who needs to hear this, but please stop wearing fake sneakers... if you have a low/moderate budget there's plenty of great options out there. Converse vans basic air force etc... if someone gets you a gift and they happen to be inauthentic you can pass them onto someone else that doesn't know what they are and would be happy to wear... but if you are buying your own please do your own diligence... buy from trusted sellers.”

He also added, “Also really hope more men/boys look into how they dress and invest well in what they wear.. again doesn't have to be expensive tons and tons of cheap options out there.. but no point wearing a really expensive pair of shoes if you don't know how to put the rest of it together tbh... It's supposed to say something about you... your tastes and preferences…”

Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor entered the world of acting in 2016 through Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's film, Mirzya. However, the film did not fare well at the box office. He also had the opportunity to work alongside his father, Anil Kapoor, in the film Thar, which was released last year. Currently, Harsh has been devoting a significant amount of time to the Abhinav Bindra biopic, immersing himself in the project for quite a while now.

Also Read: Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor issues clarification regarding “fake sneakers” statement after facing backlash; says, “I already knew people who don’t know people would come after me”

Sunny Leone has once more garnered attention through a partnership with Myntra, India's foremost online destination for fashion and lifestyle, to make her well-known cosmetics brand, Starstruck With Sunny Leone, more accessible to Indian consumers. This brand features a diverse array of products, including lipsticks, lip liners, eyeliners, mascaras, highlighters, and nail polishes, all proudly adhering to vegan and cruelty-free principles.

Launched in 2018, Starstruck by Sunny Leone has garnered a dedicated following among the actress's fans and beauty enthusiasts alike. The brand's reach has extended to international markets, including Dubai, where Sunny Leone inaugurated a major sales event. The actress was quoted saying, "I am absolutely thrilled about our collaboration with Myntra! This partnership is a significant step in making Starstruck With Sunny Leone even more accessible to my incredible fans and beauty enthusiasts across India. It's a dream come true to see my brand flourish on Myntra's platform, and I can't wait to share the glamour and quality of our products with millions of customers."

Sunny Leone personally crafted the brand from the ground up, ensuring high-quality, long-lasting products suitable for all skin types and tones. She was intricately involved in every aspect, from shade selection to packaging design. ALSO READ: Pooja Bhatt reveals Sunny Leone was first choice for Jism before Bipasha Basu; recalls, “My office contacted her manager”

Over the last 2 years, the Nitesh Tiwari directed Ramayana has been the talk of the town due to its casting. The film at first was supposed to be made with Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Hrithik Roshan as Ravan. However, right after the failure of Vikram Vedha, Hrithik Roshan backed out of the film as he didn't wish to play another negative character. The makers then went on hunting for an actor to play Ravan. They knocked all doors, and finally it was Yash who expressed interest in the film.

It has been on and off for Yash ever since then, and the actor is still in a confused state regarding his decision to play Ravan in the film, keeping the team of Ramayana hanging about his decision. While Yash continues to have confusion about Ramayana, Sai Pallavi had backed out of the film making way for Alia Bhatt, who again backed out of the film, resulting in re-entry of Sai Pallavi at the request of Nitesh Tiwari.

And now Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learnt from our discrete sources that all is not well at producers level for Ramayana. "Ramayana was being produced by Madhu Mantena with Namit Malhotra and Allu Aravind. Over the last 2 years, there have been several conflicts between the team. While Madhu has not been able to get a cast locked for the film as yet, Namit now wants to have complete control over the project as he is deeply involved on the VFX front. He feels, if Madhu cannot not get the celebs on board, he should forsake his a share of revenue on Ramayana," revealed a source close to the development to Bollywood Hungama.

Madhu on the other hand believes that he has got the entire Ramayana project together - right from the script to the story board - and it's not his fault that actors are not willing to take up Ramayana due to the debacle of Adipurush. "Actors backing out of Ramayana is circumstantial due to the failure of Adipurush. That doesn't take away the efforts put in by Madhu to bring in actors on board and bring Ramayana to the big screen. Both the producers are strong headed in their thought process and at the moment are not willing to budge," the source told us further.

The tussle between Madhu and Namit has put the prep work of Ramayana on the back burner, delaying the shoot dates. The film was slated to start in 2021, however, there has been a two year delay already due to casting conflict. Now, the producer conflict has already delayed the shoot timelines by at-least three more months. "If the conflict is resolved, the makers would hope for a yes from Yash and then take the film on floors. It's all wait and watch for now as the team is busy fighting among each-other," the source concluded.

Ramayana will be directed by Nitesh Tiwari with Ravi Udyawar and has Ranbir Kapoor to play the part of Lord Ram.

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: “Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana will be a 3-part epic,” says Taran Adarsh; gives crucial details, watch

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan is currently obliterating the box office with Jawan which has entered the Rs. 600 crore club worldwide at the box office. In India, it has garnered Rs. 345.60 crore in just seven days of its release. The film, helmed by Atlee Kumar, stars Vijay Sethupathi and Nayanthara along with a special appearance from Deepika Padukone. Now, Karan Johar can't stop raving about the movie.

Karan Johar on Thursday took to Instagram to rave about Jawan. Sharing a poster of the film, he wrote, "OMFG!!!!! I am late to this party!!!! But what a party this is!!!! @atlee47 hits it out of the stadium… it’s the kind of adrenalin rush film with big emotion that Indian cinema embodies and this film perfects!!!! Was blown away by the cinematic audacity of each frame!!!! How good was everyone !!!"

He added, "@sanyamalhotra_ @pillumani so so good! The entire ensemble! The gorgeous and fabulous @nayanthara @actorvijaysethupathi is so brilliant! Was mesmerised by @deepikapadukone she bought so much gravitas to her part and owned it like a bonafide veteran!!!!"

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He continued, "What do I say about Bhai @iamsrk … he is not just an irreplaceable force of nature but represents mega-stardom in a way that only he can!!!!! He’s the emperor and we bow down in admiration … if you haven’t seen #jawan then you don’t know what you’re missing out on!!!! @redchilliesent @_gauravverma @poojadadlani02 my favourite producer @gaurikhan …. Congratulations !!! Juggernaut Alert!"

The movie also stars Sunil Grover, Ridhi Dogra, Sanya Malhotra, Mukesh Chhabra, Girija Oak Godbole, Aaliyah Qureishi, Ashlesha Thakur, Sanjeeta Bhattacharya, and Lehar Khan.

Jawan is a Red Chillies Entertainment presentation directed by Atlee, produced by Gauri Khan, and co-produced by Gaurav Verma—the film released on September 7, 2023, in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages. ALSO READ: Jawan piracy: Red Chillies hires anti-piracy agencies to track down pirates; file police complaint

A recent statement by Naseeruddin Shah made headlines when he called the success of films like Gadar 2 ‘disturbing’. The veteran actor said that the objective of filmmaking is now driven by jingoism. Now, Gadar 2 director Anil Sharma has responded to Naseeruddin Shah’s statement.

In an interview with Aaj Tak, Anil Sharma said, “I read that quote by Naseer Sahab. I was surprised after reading it. Naseer Sahab knows me well and he also knows which ideology I belong to. I am surprised that he is saying such things about Gadar 2.”

He further added, “I would like to say that Gadar 2 is not against any community. Neither is it against any country. Gadar in itself is a film which is full of patriotism. It is part of a sequel. It is a proper masala film. Which people have been watching for years. So I would like to tell Naseer Sahab that once he watches Gadar 2, he will definitely change his statement. I still feel that he cannot say such things. I have been a fan of his acting. If he has said so, then I would request him to watch the film once. I have always made cinema with the aim of masala. I have never had any political propaganda in this. Naseer Sahab himself is aware of this.”

In an interview with Free Press Journal, Naseeruddin Shah said that the popularity of films now is driven due to jingoism. He said, “Now the more jingoist you are, the more popular you become, because this is what has been ruling this country. It’s not enough to love your country, but beat drums about it and you have to create imaginary enemies. What these people don’t realise is that what they are doing is very harmful. In fact, films like The Kerala Story and Gadar 2, I haven’t seen them but I know what they are about.”

Gadar 2 stars Sunny Deol, Ameesha Patel and Utkarsh Sharma. The film was released in theatres on August 11, 2023. ALSO READ: Vivek Agnihotri REACTS to Naseeruddin Shah for his remark on The Kashmir Files’ popularity: “He likes to support terrorists”

For the past couple of years, rumours have been rife that Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt will be a part of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ambitious project Baiju Bawra. This will mark their third collaboration after Gully Boy and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. However, the makers are yet to make an official announcement for the project. In the meanwhile, Rhea Chakraborty seems to have auditioned for a pivotal part.

As per a report in Filmfare, Rhea Chakraborty has reportedly auditioned for a female lead role for which Bhansali was holding auditions. Though nothing has been confirmed yet, it seems like Chakraborty is trying her best to get back to films.

Ranveer Singh has worked with Sanjay Leela Bhansali in Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, Bajirao Mastani and Padmaavat. This will mark their fourth collaboration. Alia Bhatt, on the other hand, was seen in Gangubai Kathiawadi for which she won National Film Award for Best Actress, this year.

While the audience waits for the official announcement of the project, Bhansali is busy with Heeramandi. The star cast includes Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, Richa Chadha, Sharmin Segal, and Sanjeeda Sheikh was revealed. The series explores the cultural reality of Heeramandi, a dazzling district, through the stories of courtesans and their patrons set against the tumultuous backdrop of the Indian freedom struggle of the 1940s. ALSO READ: Sanjay Leela Bhansali to redesign Heeramandi set for Baiju Bawra; work to kick off in September 2023

Shilpa Shetty starrer Sukhee is all set to entertain audiences on 22nd September 2023. The actress has begun promotions of the movie. Amid the promo cycle, she recalled how it was Shah Rukh Khan, her first co-star, who helped her to learn acting and even Hindi during the shoot of Baazigar.

In an interview with Siddharth Kannan, Shilpa Shetty said, “Bahut sukhee moments the because I was a newcomer unhone bahut patience ke sath mere sath kaam kiya. Kyunki na mujhe Hindi aati thi na acting. Toh maine jo bhi seekha us process mai Shah Rukh se bahut kuch seekhne ko mila mujhe kyunki he was a theatre actor. Camera ko face kaise karna, aur jis patience ke sath unhone mujhe scenes mai help kiya woh bahut hi sukhee moments rahe hai mere liye [So many happy moments because I was a newcomer and he worked with me with a lot of patience because I did not know how to speak Hindi or act. So whatever I learned in that process, I got to learn a lot from Shah Rukh because he was a theater actor. How to face the camera, and the patience with which he helped me in the scenes were very happy moments for me].”

Meanwhile, Sukhee marks the directorial debut of Sonal Joshi and is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Vikram Malhotra and Shikhaa Sharma. The film has been written by Radhika Anand, with the screenplay by Paulomi Dutta. ALSO READ: Shah Rukh Khan starrer Jawan to get a sequel? Sanya Malhotra says, “I hope they make Jawan 2 and cast me in it”

The buzz about Junaid Khan's next has been making waves for some time now. As the actor is more of an introvert personality and does not like to be in the limelight, everyone is always eager to hear more from the actor about his forthcoming project and it is believed that the next project of Junaid is currently on the cards.

Revealing details exclusively to Bollywood Hungama, a well-placed industry source says, "The preparation of Junaid's untitled next has started. Sai Pallavi apparently will be the leading lady in the film. This will be Junaid's next project, after his YRF debut film. A Sunil Pandey directorial, the film is touted to be a love story."

Junaid Khan made his debut as a theatre actor in director Quasar Thakore Padamsee’s adaptation of Bertolt Brecht’s ‘Mother Courage and Her Children’, a biting satire on the absurdity of war. Furthermore, the actor comes along with a vast theatre experience. He had taken two years of training in theatre at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in LA and has been polishing his acting skills through theatre, for more than three years. Junaid had also been an assistant director on PK.

Also Read: Aamir Khan opens up about son Junaid Khan’s Bollywood debut: ‘Aditya Chopra saw one of his screen tests and liked it and offered him a script’

With Jawan, Shah Rukh Khan has delivered his second blockbuster in 2023. The film has collected Rs. 319.08 crore at the box office and continues to reign in the cinemas. The film, helmed by Atlee Kumar, stars Vijay Sethupathi and Nayanthara along with a special appearance of Deepika Padukone. Amongst the cast members is Sanya Malhotra, who had a joyous time shooting the movie.

In a series of photos and videos, Sanya Malhotra shared behind-the-scenes from Jawan where she can be seen filming action sequences and even bruised in one of the photos. In another picture, she is posing with Atlee and Priya Mani, Girija Oak Godbole, Aaliyah Qureishi, Ashlesha Thakur, Sanjeeta Bhattacharya, and Lehar Khan. She captioned the post, “Jawan main ta da tan tan.”

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Jawan is a Red Chillies Entertainment presentation directed by Atlee, produced by Gauri Khan, and co-produced by Gaurav Verma. The film was released on September 7, 2023, in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages.

Meanwhile, Sanya Malhotra will next star in Meghna Gulzar’s Sam Bahadur alongside Vicky Kaushal. ALSO READ: Shah Rukh Khan starrer Jawan to get a sequel? Sanya Malhotra says, “I hope they make Jawan 2 and cast me in it”

After all the ups and downs, Akshay Kumar is finally committed to act in Hera Pheri 3 and Welcome 3, two of his cult comedy franchises produced by Firoz Nadiadwala. While Welcome 3 begins soon, Hera Pheri 3 is slated to go on floors in 2024. According to sources close to the development, Akshay Kumar has gone out of the way to bring both the cult comedies to life.

"Akshay Kumar was himself very sad when he heard that Kartik Aaryan was replacing him in Hera Pheri 3. He read all the reactions of fans and media people and then decided to sort out all the differences with Firoz Nadiadwala, and thereby return to the franchise. He has done it for all his fans, who wanted to see him as Raju and Rajeev," revealed a source close to the development to Bollywood Hungama.

One wonders what has Akshay done to bring the franchises to life. The source told us, "Akshay knew that Firoz Nadiadwala isn't in best of financial condition, however, was very well aware that the basic idea of Welcome 3 and Hera Pheri 3 have potential to emerge as a humongous blockbuster. To start with, he first decided to completely sacrifice his fees, and entered into a profit-sharing model with Firoz Nadiadwala on entire revenue. Firoz wanted to retain the IP, and hence he has complete control over the IP, however, he will be sharing revenue with Akshay in a pre-decided ratio," the source explained to Bollywood Hungama.

The source further explained, "On letting go of the fees, he sat down with Firoz to carve out an exit plan by getting a studio on board. He personally spoke to Jio Studios and got them on board to partner with Firoz Nadiadwala. Once Jio came on board, it was one arrow, 3 solutions - Firoz got out of his debts, the franchises were revived and Akshay will be getting his share of profit from Jio, without any risk of films getting shelved."

As a token of appreciation for going out of the way, Firoz Nadiadwala has given 2 cheques of Rs. 9 crore each as a token amount to Akshay, which qualifies as a goodwill gesture from his end. Now both, Akshay and Firoz along with their studio, Jio Studios, are all ready to entertain the audience and in turn mint money from Welcome 3 and Hera Pheri 3.

Also Read: Hera Pheri 3: Paresh Rawal sets the record straight on Kartik Aaryan’s involvement in the film; says, “Kartik’s role was different and had a different kind of energy than Raju”

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan is currently obliterating the box office with Jawan which has collected Rs. 319.08 crore. The film, helmed by Atlee Kumar, stars Vijay Sethupathi and Nayanthara along with a special appearance of Deepika Padukone. As the film continues to be a success with fans thronging the theatres, there is a bit of chatter if the film will have a sequel.

In a recent interview with Pinkvilla, Sanya Malhotra was asked if there would be an extended cut for the movie. The actress shared, “That shows how much people love the film and are invested in all of us. I would, as an audience, like to see an extended version as well and I hope they come out of it.”

When asked if the movie will have a sequel, she said, “If not that, I hope they make Jawan 2 and cast me in it".

Most recently, a fan asked Shah Rukh Khan X (formerly Twitter), “Sir kaali ke saath ‘deal’ kyu nahi kar rahe (Why aren't you doing a deal with Kaali).. I am a big Vijay Sethupathi sir fan!” SRK replied, “I am a big fan of Vijay sir too… par Kaali ka kaala dhan toh le liya ab dekho doosron ke bhi Swiss banks se lekar aata hoon… Buss visa ka hi wait kar raha hoon (I have taken the black money from Kaali and watch how I bring back those from Swiss banks as well...just waiting for the visa). Ha ha!!!” This sort of felt like a tease for Jawan 2.

The movie also stars Sunil Grover, Ridhi Dogra, Mukesh Chhabra, Girija Oak Godbole, Aaliyah Qureishi, Ashlesha Thakur, Sanjeeta Bhattacharya, and Lehar Khan.

Jawan is a Red Chillies Entertainment presentation directed by Atlee, produced by Gauri Khan, and co-produced by Gaurav Verma. The film was released on September 7, 2023, in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages. ALSO READ: Shah Rukh Khan reacts as Akshay Kumar says ‘our films are back’ after Jawan success: “Aap ne Dua maangi na…”

 Veteran actor Satinder Singh Khosla, popularly known by his stage name Birbal, has passed away at age 85. The actor reportedly suffered cardiac arrest.

The official X (formerly Twitter) handle of the Cine & TV Artistes’ Association (CINTAA) confirmed the news which read, “CINTAA expresses its condolences on the demise of Birbal (Member since 1981).”

CINTAA expresses its condolences on the demise of Birbal (Member since 1981) .#condolence #condolencias #restinpeace #rip #birbal #condolencemessage #heartfelt #cintaa pic.twitter.com/bTXH0LArRp — CINTAA_Official (@CintaaOfficial) September 12, 2023

Having worked in over 500 films in his career, apart from Hindi cinema, Birbal Khosla worked in Punjabi, Marathi and Bhojpuri films too.

Birbal Khosla worked in several Manoj Kumar films including Upkar, Roti Kapda Aur Makaan and Kranti. He played the role of a prisoner in the blockuster Sholay and a drug addict in Anurodh. He went on to star in Aradhana, Mera Naam Joker, Gambler, Amar Prem, Charas, Vishwanath, Akhiyon Ke Jharokhon Se, Karz, Naseeb, Yaarana, Sadma, Betaab, Dil, Bol Radha Bol, Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke, Anjaam, and Mr & Mrs Khiladi.

Actor Imran Khan, who recently stirred a social media storm with his hints about a Bollywood comeback, shared a series of stills and behind-the-scenes pictures from the movie I Hate Luv Storys. Khan captivated fans with a heartfelt caption that shed light on his memories and experiences during the making of the film.

On Tuesday, Imran took to Instagram and shared a series of stills and BTS pictures from the film accompanied with the caption which read, “I Hate Luv Storys; First, let's address the spelling of the title, which always made me feel like I was wearing my shoes on the wrong feet. The orthographic butchery was done in service of numerology, which I personally never bought into, but here we are 13 years later still talking about the film's popularity, so... what do I know.”

The actor further added, “What can I tell you about making this film; I instantly hit it off with @punitdmalhotra and we quickly developed a great working relationship. The energy was amazing, and since we were telling a story about the movie business, there was an extra twinkle in everyone's eyes, and we always cracked up while filming scenes that we knew were based on reality... everybody knows the famous director who inspired the scene where @samirsoni123 punishes his ADs like a schoolteacher, or @aamirali 's movie star who needs massive cue cards for his lines! And the ethereal @sonamkapoor as my costar... as you can imagine, it wasn't much of a challenge to spend those months staring admiringly at her, playing the part of a guy falling in love.”

“I have so many pictures from the shoot of this film, it was hard to choose just a few... but it's still plain to see how much fun we all had,” Imran concluded.

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For the unversed, Imran Khan is Aamir Khan's nephew. He made his debut in the 2008 movie Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na which also starred Genelia D'Souza. He also went on to star in Break Ke Baad opposite Deepika Padukone, Mere Brother Ki Dulhan opposite Katrina Kaif, Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu opposite Kareena Kapoor Khan, Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola opposite Anushka Sharma, Once Upon a Time in Mumbai Dobaara! opposite Sonakshi Sinha, Katti Batti opposite Kangana Ranaut and Delhi Belly.

Also Read: Prateik Babbar shares candid details on Imran Khan’s comeback in Bollywood; says, “I had given up on him”

Rohit Shetty and Ajay Devgn were pleasantly surprised when they heard the release date announcement by Sukumar and Allu Arjun to bring Pushpa 2 on Independence Day. And why not, the Pushpa 2 announced an Independence Day release for their masala entertainer, a date that was blocked by Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty for Singham Again.

Since then, multiple discussions have taken place at Shetty's office and the meetings led to the conclusion about them delaying the release of Singham Again from the already announced Independence Day release date. "Neither Rohit Shetty nor Ajay Devgn are egoistic to stick to a date that hampers the business prospect for their own film. Of course, they were upset with the decision of Allu Arjun to arrive uninformed at a date already announced by a potential blockbuster like Singham, but then, they don't wish to go the same route as Pushpa team by going in a clash scenario," a source close to the production house informed Bollywood Hungama. 

The source further shared, "At times, larger good of industry is to be seen. Both Pushpa and Singham are potential blockbuster films in Hindi and them arriving on the same date makes no sense. Ajay and Rohit have collectively decided to shift ahead and let Pushpa team take the date. The actor director duo believe that Pushpa 2 needs the packaging of a holiday to arrive whereas Singham Again is such a humongous brand that it can arrive on any day without any holiday and score records. They don't want to harm the business of Pushpa and at the same time, don't want to harmed." 

According to the source, a simple phone call from Allu Arjun to Ajay Devgn would not have created any issues, as industry needs to stand by each other and bring out a solution. But that hasn't happened, but Ajay and Rohit continue to be the dignified human beings that they are in real life and don't want to indulge in the dirty games. "Singham Again as it is yet to go on floors. They would announce a date that would be announced as a national holiday by cine-goers, such is the power of their combo and the brand of Singham," the source shared and concluded saying, "Rohit Shetty firmly believes in making films that force the audience to make a holiday for themselves, and Singham will be his biggest outing." 

Singham Again stars the ironman of cop universe, Ajay Devgn with Akshay Kumar and Ranveer Singh.

Also Read: Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2 to clash with Ajay Devgn’s Singham Again on Independence Day 2024

Cricketer KL Rahul made a stellar comeback on Monday during the India vs Pakistan match in the Asia Cup 2023 Super 4 clash. The batsman smashed a century and it was a celebratory moment for him and his fans. KL Rahul’s wife and actress Athiya Shetty also took to her Instagram to pen a heartfelt note.

Taking to her Instagram handle on September 11, Athiya Shetty shared a picture of KL Rahul, and also a video when he crossed the 100 mark. She captioned the post, “Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise… You are everything, I love you. #1." KL replied in the comments, “Love you!”

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India scored 356 for 2, as Virat Kohli scored 122 not out off 94 balls and KL Rahul scored 111 not out off 106 balls, which marked the latter’s sixth ODI century. The chase for Pakistan ended at 128 for 8.

Athiya Shetty and KL Rahul dated for a couple of years before tying the knot earlier this year in January. The couple got hitched at Suniel Shetty’s farmhouse in Khandala. After a private wedding, the couple hosted a grand reception in Mumbai. ALSO READ: Athiya Shetty’s spin on denim on denim trend is a blend of comfort and style

A day after announcing Jatt & Juliet 3, singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh has announced another Punjabi movie which is set for October 2024 release. Reuniting with Honsla Rakh's leading ladies Sonam Bajwa and Shehnaaz Gill, his next is titled Ranna Ch Dhanna.

Along with the announcement, the actor dropped a first-look poster and release date. “#RannaChDhanna Movie Releasing in Cinemas worldwide 2nd Oct, 2024!!!”

Ishq Ne Ghalib Nikamma kar diya Varna Aadmi Hum Bhi theey kam ke ???????????????? #RannaChDhanna Movie Releasing in Cinemas worldwide 2nd Oct, 2024!!! ???????????????????????? pic.twitter.com/jcmnNEwSYy — DILJIT DOSANJH (@diljitdosanjh) September 12, 2023

Ranna Ch Dhanna reunites the blockbuster team along with director Amarjit Singh Saron and producers Daljit Thind, Diljit Dosanjh and Pawan Gill. The film is produced by Thind Motion Pictures and Story Time Productions and released worldwide on 2nd Oct 2024!!

A day ago, Diljit announced his reunion with Neeru Bajwa in Jatt & Juliet 3, the third installment in the comedy franchise which was announced three months after the second installment completed 10 years.

Meanwhile, Diljit Dosanjh’s last Punjabi movies were Babe Bhangra Paunde Ne and Jodi. His next is Punjab ’95 is a biopic based on the life of eminent human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra. He will also star in The Crew alongside Kareena Kapoor Khan, Tabu and Kriti Sanon.

On the music front, Diljit Dosanjh is working on two albums simultaneously – one is a collaboration project with several international artists and the other is a Punjabi one. He recently released a Punjabi-Spanish single ‘Palpita’. ALSO READ: Diljit Dosanjh to reunite with Neeru Bajwa for Punjabi movie Jatt & Juliet 3, 10 years after the second installment

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan is currently obliterating the box office with Jawan which has collected Rs. 321.16 crores in just five days of its release in theatres. The film, helmed by Atlee Kumar, stars Vijay Sethupathi and Nayanthara along with a special appearance from Deepika Padukone. As SRK is enjoying his blissful time at the box office, he continues to interact on X, formerly known as Twitter. Akshay Kumar took to the platform to congratulate Shah Rukh on Jawan's success.

Akshay Kumar on Monday night tweeted, "What massive success!! Congratulations my Jawan Pathaan @iamsrk. Our films are back and how." Responding to OMG 2 actor, Shah Rukh Khan wrote, "Aap ne Dua maangi na hum sab ke liye toh kaise khaali jayegi. All the best and stay healthy Khiladi! Love u."

Aap ne Dua maangi na hum sab ke liye toh kaise khaali jayegi. All the best and stay healthy Khiladi! Love u https://t.co/vP4s1Qvlhk — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) September 11, 2023

Anupam Kher, who has worked with SRK in many films, also shared a photo with the superstar and wrote in Hindi referencing Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, “My dear Shahrukh! I have just finished watching your film ‘Jawaan’ with the audience in Amritsar. Enjoyed it. The action, the scale of the picture, your style and performance are very good. At one or two places, I even killed the city etc.! Loved everyone. in the movie! Congratulations to the entire team and especially to the writer/director @Atlee_dir! When I come back to Mumbai, I will definitely hug you and say - O Pochi, O Koki, O Poppy, O Lola!! @iamsrk."

मेरे प्यारे शाहरुख़! अभी अभी अमृतसर में ऑडियंस के साथ आपकी फ़िल्म “जवान” देख कर निकला हूँ।लुत्फ़ आ गया।एक्शन, पिक्चर का स्केल, आपकी अदा और परफॉरमेंस बहुत ही उम्दा है।एक दो जगह तो मैंने सिटी वग़ैरा भी मार दी!???? Loved everyone in the film! Congratulations to the entire team and… pic.twitter.com/FpuruDPlvE — Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) September 11, 2023

The movie also stars Sunil Grover, Ridhi Dogra, Sanya Malhotra, Mukesh Chhabra, Girija Oak Godbole, Aaliyah Qureishi, Ashlesha Thakur, Sanjeeta Bhattacharya, and Lehar Khan.

Jawan is a Red Chillies Entertainment presentation directed by Atlee, produced by Gauri Khan, and co-produced by Gaurav Verma. The film released on September 7, 2023, in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages. ALSO READ: Atlee speaks about his “First Hindi film” Jawan; expresses his desire to work with Salman Khan, Aamir Khan and Hrithik Roshan 

Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh has an array of work in the line-up. While he is all set to release his album in September 2023, the actor has many projects lined up in Hindi and Punjabi. The actor announced his next Punjabi movie on September 11, and it marks his reunion with actress Neeru Bajwa. Titled Jatt & Juliet 3, the third installment has been announced three months after the second installment completed 10 years.

It was Jatt & Juliet that made Diljit Dosanjh and Neeru Bajwa a beloved rom-com pair in the Punjabi film industry. Along with the first look poster, Diljit also announced the release date of the movie. “OYE SHOTU.. HATT PICHE..PUNJAB POLICE DI KOI REES NI AA OYE.. JATT & JULIET ਭਾਗ – 3  Releasing Worldwide - 28 JUNE 2024.”

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Meanwhile, Diljit Dosanjh’s last Punjabi movie was Babe Bhangra Paunde Ne. His next is Punjab ’95, a biopic based on the life of eminent human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra. He will also star in The Crew alongside Kareena Kapoor Khan, Tabu and Kriti Sanon.

On the music front, Diljit Dosanjh is working on two albums simultaneously – one is a collaboration project with several international artists and the other is a Punjabi one. He recently released a Punjabi-Spanish single ‘Palpita’. ALSO READ: Diljit Dosanjh and Latin sensation Camilo collaborate on Palpita; Punjabi singer says, “Music has this extraordinary ability to bridge cultures”

Bollywood Hungama recently broke the news that Ananth Narayan Mahadevan is all set to create history as his 4 directorial ventures – The Storyteller, The Confession, Aata Vel Zaali and Phule – will release in 6 months. The Confession, starring Nana Patekar, is expected to arrive in cinemas in 2023-end.

Ananth Narayan Mahadevan exclusively told Bollywood Hungama why he cast Nana Patekar for The Confession, “I have had a long relationship with him. We acted together in Hum Dono (1995). I directed the promo for his play called Purush where I didn’t even show his face. Instead, I showed his feet. I was worried he might react badly. But he said, ‘This is excellent’! One day he called me and said, ‘Let’s do something together’. This is when I narrated the story of The Confession. It’s about the first priest in India who was sentenced to death. This wasn’t the cinema he was used to. There were no monologues or no raving or ranting. He instantly said that he would love to do the film. The shoot went on smoothly.”

Ananth Narayan Mahadevan further said that he and Nana Patekar “were like two peas in a pod” and had a great tuning. He continued, “Just a week ago, he told me, ‘Mujhe picture dikhao’! It was a Sunday and yet, I opened up Red Bulb (preview theatre) and got the DCP from the studio. He came along with his Man Friday Prasad. The producer Subhash Kale and I also saw the film. When the end credits started rolling, I saw Nana standing and clapping. Prasad was crying. They hugged me.”

He narrated an interesting trivia, “When we were shooting for The Confession in Goa, (my other film) The Storyteller was to be screened in IFFI. I asked Nana if he could come for the screening. He came and told me, ‘Picture accha nahin laga toh main 2 minute mein nikal jaunga. Bura mat manna’! I sat in the front row, to make sure nobody was walking out! After the film, he got up, embraced (lead actor) Paresh Rawal and told me, ‘Nasha aa gaya’! He went on about the film and even talked about it at night. I told him, ‘Stop it. Tomorrow, we have an early morning shoot’! When you have someone like him who genuinely likes the cinema that I subscribe to, there’s still hope.”

Nana Patekar was embroiled in the #MeToo controversy in 2018. He was dropped from Housefull 4 (2019) and for a long time, nobody wanted to cast him. Didn’t this episode bother Ananth Narayan Mahadevan?

He retorted, “Why should it bother me? I can name 6 others who have been forgiven and forgotten. Let’s not pin him down. And it’s not even proven.”

He added, “Moreover, he’s very intelligent and innovative. Before a scene, he used to pick up a paper and draw the straightest lines in the world! And then he would start writing his dialogues. I told him, ‘Sir, you are like a school kid’. He would do it as he was absorbing it and working on it. Why would anybody do this? Our actors would like the script and be like, ‘Okay, chalo’. He’s not like that.”

Besides The Confession, Nana Patekar will also be seen in The Vaccine War. Directed by Vivek Agnihotri. It releases in cinemas on September 28.

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Ananth Narayan Mahadevan’s The Storyteller expected to release in cinemas in September; BLASTS new-age filmmakers who are hailed for making sensible cinema: “Their films are inspired by Tarantino and Scorsese. The violence pours out like an avalanche so that it is graphic enough for the world to accept”

It’s a wrap for Janhvi Kapoor starrer Ulajh, produced by Junglee Pictures, which commenced shooting in London in June 2023. The film also stars Gulshan Devaiah and Roshan Mathew. Directed by National Award winner Sudhanshu Saria, this international thriller delves into the intriguing world of the Indian Foreign Services (IFS), offering a fresh take on the genre.

Janhvi Kapoor on Sunday night shared a series of photos with the director and the crew of the film. Along with the pictures, she wrote, “It’s a wrap. still having dreams of the world we tried to create. Each film has been a lesson, and it’s story deeply and coincidently intertwined with things happening in my life. And through Suhanas journey, and the journey of making this film- my biggest learning has been to allow yourself to love what you do, to identify if you’re doing it for the right reasons, to let go of baggage and external pressures and opinions. To get off a hamster wheel that leads to nowhere and let yourself walk to your own pace, as long as you believe in where you’re going.”

She added, “@iamsuds you have made me believe in myself in a way that I didn’t even know I needed. You made me feel heard, and seen and made me want to fight battles that I never knew I had a right to even be a part of. To see you smile in the face of each obstacle and embrace each challenge with enthusiasm is beyond inspiring. @shredevdube I am so grateful that I was baring my soul to a lense that was being held by you, I felt protected, inspired and sooo much love. You made each moment feel intimate and bigger than any of us at the same time. Everything about this journey has been so healing, and that’s only because of our amazing team!!! I hope you guys feel as passionately as we did, about what we’ve tried so hard to create @jungleepictures @uzmakhaniman @ishwerthakur7 @rivieralynn @hrishidoeshair @roshan.matthew @gulshandevaiah78.”

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Ulajh follows the journey of a young IFS officer hailing from a prominent family of patriots. While stationed in a career-defining role far from home, she becomes entangled in a perilous personal conspiracy. Penned by Parveez Shaikh and Sudhanshu Saria, with dialogues by Atika Chohan, this new-age thriller aims to captivate audiences with its unique storyline and distinctive approach. ALSO READ: Janhvi Kapoor, Vikramaditya Motwane, Amit Sharma among others to participate in second edition of The Himalayan Film Festival

Yash Raj Films will release the trailer of the anticipated Vicky Kaushal starrer The Great Indian Family (TGIF) tomorrow! It also stars Manushi Chhillar who has been paired opposite Vicky Kaushal. The film is set to release on September 22, 2023.

Director Vijay Krishna Acharya reveals, “ The Great Indian Family is a family entertainer that is aimed at evoking a community-watching experience like no other. We are set the release the trailer of the film tomorrow! TGIF is a film about the special, unbreakable bond that family members have for each other in India. I’m excited to see the reaction of the people to our trailer. I hope they love it and engage with the film and have a conversation about the message of our movie.”

The Great Indian Family has a power-packed ensemble featuring highly acclaimed actors like Manoj Pahwa, Kumud Mishra, Sadiya Siddiqui, Alka Amin, Srishti Dixit, Bhuvan Arora, Ashutosh Ujjwal, Bharti Perwani. ALSO READ: Vicky Kaushal celebrates Dahi Handi with fans ahead of The Great Indian Family release, see pics

World leaders including Joe Biden, Rishi Sunak and Emmanuel Macron among others arrived in New Delhi this past weekend to attend the G20 Summit. India hosted the biggest of political leaders at the Bharat Mandapam, situated in the national capital’s Pragati Maidan to discuss important world issues. had everyone deliberating on important matters. On this leadership, Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan and Akshay Kumar lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for headlining India’s Presidency at the summit.

On Sunday, Shah Rukh Khan took to his X (formerly Twitter) handle and reposted PM Modi’s video. He wrote, “Congratulations to Hon. PM @narendramodi ji for the success of India’s G20 Presidency and for fostering unity between nations for a better future for the people of the world. It has brought in a sense of honour and pride into the hearts of every Indian. Sir, under your leadership, we will prosper not in isolation but in Oneness. One Earth, One Family, One Future.”

Congratulations to Hon. PM @narendramodi ji for the success of India’s G20 Presidency and for fostering unity between nations for a better future for the people of the world. It has brought in a sense of honour and pride into the hearts of every Indian. Sir, under your… https://t.co/x6q4IkNHBN — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) September 10, 2023

Akshay Kumar also took to his social media account to write, “One Earth, One Family, One future. What a splendid way to mark a historic #G20Summit. Bharat’s leadership has proved that Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam is the reality of the new world order. As proud Indians, we hold our heads high today. Thank you Modi ji…thanks everyone who made us feel on top of the world. Jai Hind, Jai Bharat.”

One Earth, One Family, One future. What a splendid way to mark a historic #G20Summit. Bharat’s leadership has proved that Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam is the reality of the new world order. As proud Indians, we hold our heads high today. Thank you Modi ji…thanks everyone who made us… https://t.co/76tc2D93OJ — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) September 10, 2023

Amitabh Bachchan also wrote, “T 4763 - G20 .. भारत का गर्व  ???????? a Quantum leap into the forefront of the World !! भारत माता की जय.”

T 4763 - G20 .. भारत का गर्व ???????? a Quantum leap into the forefront of the World !! भारत माता की जय ???????? — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) September 10, 2023

President Draupadi Murmu hosted a dinner for the leaders on 9th September 2023. At the Closing Ceremony, on the same day, G20 Leaders shared their collective vision for a sustainable and equitable ‘One Future’, together like ‘One Family’, for a healthier ‘One Earth’. ALSO READ: Mahesh Bhatt reviews Jawan; calls Shah Rukh Khan a superstar “who uses their light to illuminate the world”

Kriti Sanon is basking in the glory of her recent National Award win for Best Actress, an accolade that has sent waves of pride and joy through her family and friends. Following the momentous announcement, the Sanon family's Delhi residence has become a hub of celebration, with every known member of the family making their way to congratulate the family on the joyous occasion.

A source close to the actress shares, "Relatives and family friends have been pouring in, to extend their heartfelt congratulations to Kriti's parents and celebrate her outstanding achievement. The atmosphere at the Sanon households is filled with jubilation and a deep sense of pride for the actress. Her Delhi house has been bustling with relatives every now and then. It's a very jovial vibe at her residences."

Meanwhile, on the work front, Kriti Sanon will next be seen in Ganapath, The Crew and many other exciting projects. She also has an untitled next, with Shahid Kapoor in the pipeline. ALSO READ: Teacher’s Day 2023: Kriti Sanon receives a sweet message from Delhi School teacher for her National Award win

Excel Entertainment's Fukrey 3 has piqued the audience's interest as the makers earlier launched the release date of the film bringing back the most loved characters of the film such as Hunny, Bholi Punjaban, Choocha, Laali, and Pandit Ji. The film is gaining immense buzz among the cine-goers and with the recently released trailer, the anticipation around the movie is at its peak. Following the massive success of the trailer, the makers are all set to kickstart the musical journey of the film with the launch of the first song 'Ve Fukrey'.

The teaser of the song has been released and it is said to be a quirky foot-tapping song. The songs have always played a significant role in the Fukrey franchise and the soundtrack of the previous two parts is hugely popular among everyone. 'Ve Fukrey' song is composed by Tanishk Bagchi. The song is sung by, Dev Negi & Asees Kaur and the lyrics are given by Shabbir Ahmed. Bosco Martis choreographs the song.

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Fukrey 3 is set to release on 28th September 2023. ALSO READ: Fukrey 3 Trailer EXCLUSIVE: First glimpse of Pulkit Samrat starrer to be released on September 5, 2023

Filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh has responded to a troll who questioned his "aukat" to release his upcoming film Jaane Jaan in theatres. The film, which stars Kareena Kapoor Khan, will instead premiere on Netflix on September 21.

The troll commented on Ghosh's tweet about the film's trailer, saying that he did not have the "calibre" to release it in theatres and that everything is a hit on OTT. Ghosh replied to the troll, thanking him for relieving him of all his tensions and saying that he would be "forever grateful".

thanx bro. you just relieved me of all my tensions. forever grateful. big hug.???? https://t.co/SrzkwFGMSS — sujoy ghosh (@sujoy_g) September 10, 2023

Jaane Jaan is based on the Japanese novel The Devotion of Suspect X. It is a murder mystery and has Jaideep Ahlawat in the role of Kareena's neighbour and Vijay Varma as a cop investigating the murder case with Kareena as one of the suspects.

Kareena said that one of the reasons she boarded the Netflix film was that she didn't want to be left behind in exploring the streaming space. "I am more nervous than I was 20 years ago for the first time. Watching the promo so closely on TV screens, people would be watching me so closely on their phones. We have all worked very hard. Every actor says that but Sujoy has made a fantastic film. We have been trying to work together for over a decade," she said at the trailer launch.

The film is slated to release on September 21.

Also Read: Kareena Kapoor Khan confident of Jaane Jaan’s success, says Netflix subscribers will triple

Veteran actor Sunny Deol has opened up about his fallout with Shah Rukh Khan after the release of the 1993 film Darr. Deol, who is currently celebrating the success of his latest film Gadar 2, said that he and Khan have since moved on from the past and share a good bond now.

"Woh zamana (those days) when it happened, that was a different time," Deol said in an interview with Aap Ki Adalat. "I say, people forget what happened in those days. One understands such things should not have happened. It was bachpana (childishness), definitely."

Deol said that he and Khan have met several times since then and spoken about a number of things. "After that, Shah Rukh and I met several times and spoke to each other about many things. We also talked about some movies," he said.

Deol also revealed that Khan called him up after watching Gadar 2 with his family. "This time, he was watching my film with his entire family. And he called me up. Toh sab cheezen bahut badhiya hai. Sab kuch bahut badhiya (everything is fine now)," he said.

Deol's comments come after the two actors were seen hugging at the success party of Gadar 2 last week. For the unversed, the fallout between Deol and Khan is said to have stemmed from the climax of Darr. Deol had reportedly disagreed with the way the film glorified the villain, played by Khan.

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Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan and Sunny Deol walking and hugging each other at Gadar 2 success bash is proof enough that all is well between the Darr actors