Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn had taken a sentimental journey down memory lane, sharing heartwarming snapshots from the Devgn family's 2023 vacation. The actor offered a glimpse into the cherished moments he spent with his loved ones during the year-end holiday season.

The series of pictures began with a delightful family portrait, featuring Ajay Devgn alongside his daughter Nysa and son Yug. The trio radiated joy as they pose together, capturing a moment of togetherness. In the subsequent image, the focus shifted to the special bond between Ajay and Nysa, showcasing their beaming smiles. Adding an adventurous touch to the family album, Ajay is seen cycling with his nephews, Danish Devgn and Aaman Devgan, against the backdrop of the picturesque Maldives. In the accompanying caption, Ajay expresses the sentiment of revisiting these treasured moments. He wrote, “Digging through the gallery and found these gems.. Cheers to traditions, loved ones, and the warmth that always fills our hearts during the holidays!! Wishing you all the same magic this new year.”

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The actor's fans and well-wishers welcomed this intimate glimpse into his personal life, showering the post with warmth and wishes for the upcoming year.

Ajay Devgn's ability to effortlessly balance his illustrious career with cherished family moments continues to endear him to audiences. Ajay Devgn's post serves as a delightful moment for fans, offering a glimpse into the actor's off-screen charisma and his cherished relationship with his family. He will be soon seen in Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha and Singham Again. He also has Maidaan in his pipeline.

Also Read: Ajay Devgn credits daughter Nysa for his sun-kissed “SPF-ready” look; see post

Actress Ankita Lokhande, a contestant on Bigg Boss 17, has touched a chord with viewers once again as she openly discussed her emotional journey following the passing of Sushant Singh Rajput. In a recent episode, she shared a poignant recollection of his death with fellow contestant Munawar Faruqui, leaving many viewers moved by her vulnerability. 

Lokhande spoke candidly about the immediate aftermath of his demise in June 2020. Describing a particularly impactful image she received, she revealed, "When I saw him, I felt everything was over. There was this one picture of him which was very bad... It looked like he was sleeping. I just kept looking at that picture and thought there was so much in his brain."

Expressing her anguish at the loss of Rajput's potential, she added, "I knew him very well. He must have had so much in his brain but all was vanished. You are nothing, you're just a body then." While remaining discreet about the specifics surrounding Rajput's death, Lokhande acknowledged his struggle, stating, "Tut gaya voh kisi chiz se. Nahi hona chahiye tha (He was broken because of something. This shouldn't have happened)."

The conversation also touched on the online harassment Lokhande faced in the wake of Rajput's death. "But maine na bohot logo ko uss time pe block kiya. Kyuki mujhe itna ganda bola jaata tha, mei nahi le sakti thi. Maine block kar diya. (But I blocked many people that time because there were bad things told to me which I couldn't take it)," she confided.

For the unversed, Lokhande rose to fame alongside Rajput in the popular television series Pavitra Rishta. The duo fell in love on the sets of the ZEE TV show. However, they ended their relationship after seven years of dating. Now, Ankita is married to Vicky Jain, who is also participating in the Salman Khan-hosted show. 

Also Read: Bigg Boss 17: Ankita Lokhande recalls crying after watching Sushant Singh Rajput’s intimate scenes in Shuddh Desi Romance; says, “Whenever we got intimate…”

Bollywood's renowned filmmaker, Karan Johar, has thrown his weight behind the controversial yet successful film, Animal, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. In a bold statement at the Mega Pan India Roundtable 2023, Johar declared the Ranbir Kapoor starrer the "best film of the year" and a "game-changer" for Indian cinema.

Johar, seated right next to Vanga during the roundtable, elaborated on his admiration for the film's unconventional narrative. Animal is a stark contrast to Johar's own recent romantic comedy, Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. He said, “People have come up to me after I spoke about how much I loved Animal, and said, 'You have made Rocky Aur Rani,' That's the vaccination for a film like Animal. It's the opposite extreme. I said that I cannot disagree with you more, because Animal to me is the best film of the year.”

“It took me a while to reach to this statement and a lot of courage because when you are around people, you fear judgement. Like during the time of Kabir Singh, which I also loved... I was like I am going to say this and I am going to get dirty looks from certain people but I don't care anymore,” KJo added further. 

Explaining his take, the 51-year-old producer-director said, “I loved Animal for its front-footed, absolutely conviction-based narrative storytelling, breaking grammar, breaking myths, breaking everything that you think conforms to mainstream cinema. Suddenly you have an interval block where the hero is getting bashed up and everyone's singing a song... I am like, 'Where have you seen a sequence like this?' It's genius.”

Speaking of the climax, Karan asserted, “The end, where the two men are going for each other and they play that song... I had tears in my eyes, but there was only blood. So I was like something is wrong with me or something is wrong with him, but something put together is very right about this film.

Heaping praises on Vanga, Karan said, “This is not an average thinking mind. This is the mind of someone who is so distinct, so individualistic that I was blown away. I saw the film twice, first as an audience member and second to study it. I think the success and acceptance of Animal is game-changing. The conviction is something that I want to have.” 

Animal, starring Ranbir Kapoor in a dark and intense role, has already crossed the Rs 500 crore mark at the domestic box office. Despite its controversial themes, the film has garnered critical acclaim for its raw portrayal of human emotions and its captivating storytelling.

Also Read: Makers of Ranbir Kapoor starrer Animal to celebrate the incredible success of the film on January 6

Filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal has not only attained success at the box office but it has also become one of the highest grossing Bollywood movies ever. Starring Ranbir Kapoor in the lead role, the movie has achieved this despite being 3 hours 23 minutes long and, more importantly, getting an Adults only certificate from the CBFC (Central Board of Film Certification). Released exactly a month ago on December 1, the movie also stars Anil Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Bobby Deol and Tripti Dimri.

When a film attains such a stupendous success, it is obvious for the makers to celebrate. Hence, as per information received by Bollywood Hungama, the team of Animal will be throwing a success bash in Mumbai on Saturday January 6. We have also come to know that the party is going to be a grand one at the posh Jio World Convention Centre at BKC (Bandra Kurla Complex).

As expected, along with the cast and team Animal, some big names from the film world are expected to attend the celebration.

Animal is a story about a son, played by Ranbir, and his deep love for his father (Anil Kapoor). The film is produced under the banners of T-Series, Cine1 Studios and Bhadrakali Pictures.

Also Read: #2023Recap: A to Z of Bollywood in 2023: A for Animal, F for Five Hundred Crores, L for Lipstick, O for Organic, S for Shah Rukh Khan and more…

Koffee With Karan season 8 is kicking of the year 2024 with sisters Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor in its forthcoming episodes. While this will be Janhvi’s third appearance on the show, The Archies debutante Khushi Kapoor will be making her debut on the celebrity talk show. And the promo for the upcoming episode is out.

In the promo, Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor talk about being confident about their episode. Karan asks Khushi about the conjecture of her dating The Archies actor Vedang Raina. To which, Khushi responds, “You know the scene in Om Shanti Om where the people are saying, ‘Om and I are just good friends!’” leaving both Karan and Janhvi in laughter.

Karan then talks about Janhvi Kapoor's mimicing skills where the actress shows how her uncle Anil Kapoor behaves. In a fun segment, Karan asks Khushi about the boys she has dated. To which she responds, “I have only dated three and we are sticking to that” as she points finger at her younger sister.

When asked about the three people on her speed dial list, she mentions her father Boney Kapoor, sister Khushi Kapoor and her alleged boyfriend Shikhar Pahariya.

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Koffee With Karan 8 airs on Disney+ Hotstar on Thursday midnight.

Also Read: Koffee With Karan 8: Saif Ali Khan opens up about losing Bekhudi starring Kajol; says, “Rahul Rawail chucked me out of the movie”

Filmmaker Ali Abbas Zafar’s Bade Miyan Chote Miyan is one of the most keenly awaited films of 2024, more so for its fresh casting of Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff. To kick off the year on a lively note, both the actors and the film's makers turned to social media, offering a celebratory toast to the upcoming film.

Akshay and Tiger, in a joint post, shared their first look from the film where the two actors are seen enjoying a ride on the beach. The post is captioned, “Aapka naya saal Bada bane, chhoti chhoti khushiyon se. Happy New Year, from #BadeMiyanChoteMiyan. Don’t forget to block #Eid2024 to meet us in theatres. Let’s rock 2024!” The title song of the film is played in the background.

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Sharing a glimpse from the film, they set the stage for a year that promises not just festivities but also an adrenaline-packed cinematic experience. The synergy between these two actors has undoubtedly become the focal point of discussions, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the unfolding of Bade Miyan Chote Miyan on the silver screen.

The film also stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, adding another layer of intensity to this rollercoaster ride of emotions. From jaw-dropping stunts to a storyline that'll keep you hooked, this film is a promise of entertainment that spans across all ages.

Vashu Bhagnani and Pooja Entertainment present Bade Miyan Chote Miyan in association with AAZ films. The film is written and directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, and produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh, Jackky Bhagnani, Himanshu Kishan Mehra, Ali Abbas Zafar.

Bade Miyan Chote Miyan is all set to release on Eid 2024 in April.

Also Read: Akshay Kumar warns against fitness shortcuts in PM Modi’s Mann Ki Baat, encourages healthy living: “Don’t live a filter life, live a fitter life”

Karan Johar has been successful in taking his home production house Dharma Productions to newer heights ever since he had to take on the responsibility following his father and well-known producer Yash Johar’s death in 2004. The filmmaker has now given a major credit for Dharma’s success to their banner’s CEO (Chief Executive Officer) Apoorva Mehta in an emotional post on Instagram.

By sharing his picture with Apoorva, Karan said that he came to his rescue to serve the banner despite being settled in the UK with his family. “When my father passed away in 2004… he left a void that perhaps can never be filled … on an emotional impulse I called my best friend @apoorva1972 who was based in the UK and very settled with his wife Bijal… I said “I need you … I have no family to help me build my father’s dream … Dharma productions” without even a pause he said “I will be there” and just like that overnight Bijal and him changed their settled life to walk into an unknown territory and as we enter 2024 I want to take this moment to express my deepest love and gratitude to both of them for being emotional and professional pillars to me in my most trying and challenging times!”

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Adding how proud Yash Johar would have been, Karan ended the note saying, “Thank you Aps! My father would have been so proud of us … just knowing that we could keep it together and do our best to build his dream….love you and thank you! Happy new year to us and the entire @dharmamovies @dharma2pointo @dharmaticent @dcatalent families! You are all the reason we stand firmly on our feet.”

Dharma Productions’ last venture was Karan’s directorial Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, which released last year and became a success. It had an ensemble cast of Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan and Shabana Azmi.

Also Read: Varun Dhawan’s Dulhania 3 to go on floors in 2024; Karan Johar likely to launch a fresh face opposite Varun

Rajkumar Hirani returned to the direction scene with Shah Rukh Khan starrer Dunki. The filmmaker recently talked about the film in detail, and why he cast Vicky Kaushal in a special role.  

In a recent conversation with NDTV, Rajkumar Hirani said, “As we were chatting, the topic of casting came up. When he asked about the ideal boy for the role of Sukhi, I mentioned, ‘A boy like Vicky would be perfect’. However, I made it clear that I wouldn’t offer him the role because it’s a small role. Now he’s doing lead roles, so I wouldn’t offer it to him. Sham (Vicky’s father and action director Sham Kaushal) didn’t say anything.”

“That night, I got a call from Vicky, and he said, ‘How could you tell dad that you can’t offer the role to me?’ He met me the very next day, and it was kind of him to take on that role. It also showed what a good actor can do with a role like that, and Vicky made the biggest difference to the film,” he added.

Befor Dunki, Vicky Kaushal was a part of Sanju starring Ranbir Kapoor. 

Meanwhile, Dunki has collected Rs. 156.27 crores so far.  ALSO READ: Rajkumar Hirani breaks silence on Munna Bhai 3: “I have 5 half-written scripts”

A strong crowd of more than 2000 people had a great time attending the show 'Main Koi Aisa Geet Gaoon'. Presented by Saregama, it featured Javed Akhtar narrating never-before-heard stories behind some of the classic songs he wrote. This was followed by Meiyang Chang and Jahnvi Shrimankar singing those songs. At the very beginning of the show, the legendary songwriter brought the house as he revealed the funny episode of writing the evergreen song 'Tumko Dekha Toh Yeh Khayal Aaya' from Saath Saath (1982).

Javed Akhtar started writing lyrics after Yash Chopra coaxed him to do so for his film Silsila (1981). He said, “A film takes a lot of time to be made. When it releases after 1 ½ years, tab log bolte hai ‘Bahut acche dialogue likhe hai aapne’. Matlab dedh saal lag jaata hai taarif sunne mein! With song lyrics, you write the song, it’ll be recorded in 2 days and the same evening, you’ll get to hear praises! Hence, I started to enjoy writing lyrics. Yeh aasaan bhi hai aur isme taareef zyada hai!”

He then said how he came on board for Saath Saath saying, “Yash Chopra’s fourth assistant, Raman Kumar, a very talented man, approached me. He told me that he is making a small film and doesn’t have a huge budget. He told me ‘Main aapse free mein likhwana chahta hoon’!”

Javed Akhtar, in his trademark style, quipped, “Now, there could be two reasons why I wrote the songs for free. One is that I am kind-hearted and I felt that gareeb ki madat karna mera kartavya hai. The other reason could be that I was enjoying songwriting. Which reason you feel is correct, uspe aap tick mark kar dijiye!”

He continued, “You might be a very good person but when you do work for free, you take time! Those days, I used to drink extensively, that too every night. I had to deliver just one song. Raman used to come home every night and tell me, ‘Sir, woh ek gaana reh gaya tha’. I would reply, ‘Haan, bilkul’. Because of me, his liver also got affected!”

Javed Akhtar added, “Every night, I would tell him, ‘Kal tumhara gaana likhte hai’. The scenario would repeat every night. He had to catch a train. Hence, he used to check his watch (to ensure he doesn’t miss the last local train).”

The Padma Bhushan awardee continued to raise laughs as he stated, “One night, he told me, ‘Aaj toh der ho gayi. Kal pakka likh dena aap’. I was 8-9 pegs down and aise mein, confidence bada aa jaata hai! I told him ‘Abhi kar dete hai’. I asked him for pen and paper. He was checking his watch, to catch the train. Hence, I know how much time I took to write the song.”

Javed Akhtar amazed the crowd as he revealed, “Yeh gaana sirf 9 minute mein likha tha. That song ('Tumko Dekha Toh Yeh Khayal Aaya') became a hit and continues to be popular even today.” As expected, the audience couldn’t stop clapping.

Saath Saath starred Farooq Shaikh and Deepti Naval. Incidentally, it was edited by none other than David Dhawan.

Also Read: REVEALED: Javed Akhtar was paid a whopping Rs. 25 lakhs to write Dunki’s song ‘Nikle The Kabhi Hum Ghar Se’; is the HIGHEST fee charged by any lyricist ever

Kareena Kapoor Khan forayed into digital space earlier this year with Jaane Jaan, helmed by Sujoy Ghosh. While she had a great year in terms of her work, she is ending the year with a Forbes India cover. In the conversation, the actress heaped praises on Rani Mukerji and Tabu and the kind of work they are doing!

Praising Rani Mukerji, Kareena called her one of the most talented actresses in the Indian film industry. She said, “Rani is absolutely cinematic in every which way. Whatever role she plays, she just transforms on the screen. You cannot take your eyes off her.”

She further added that Tabu is one of the finest actors the industry has ever seen. “For them, no one thinks of age. They're entertaining the audience. We're here to entertain. How does age matter?” asked Kareena.

She added, “All these actors are doing better than even, sorry, but even the younger lot. We're all raring to go. Age is just a number now and it shouldn’t even be discussed. Y’all are not asking these things to the older crop of actors so why are we (women) being asked?”

On the work front, Kareena Kapoor Khan will next star in The Buckingham Murders. The film is directed by Hansal Mehta. ALSO READ: Kareena Kapoor Khan gives a peek into the holiday diaries with Natasha Poonawalla; see pics

In 2003, filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani released his iconic comedy film Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. Starring Sanjay Dutt and Arshad Warsi, the characters of Munna and Circuit became iconic. This was followed by the 2006 sequel Lage Raho Munna Bhai which also featured Vidya Balan. However, there has been no update on Munna Bhai 3, which fans eagerly are waiting for.

In a recent conversation with ANI, Rajkumar Hirani said, “Munna Bhai ke sath humesha mera struggle yehi raha hai ki pichli do films itni achi ban gayi hai ki mere paas 5 aadhi likhi scripts abhi tak padi huyi hai (The struggle with this film is that the first two films were so well made and I have five half-written scripts. I feel that if I don’t reach the level of those two films, I won’t be able to make the third one. I have one story that can be made but some stories get outdated so only time will tell.)”

“Meri aksar baat hoti rehti hai Sanju (Sanjay Dutt) se. Woh kehta hai ki ek banani chahiye. Abhi yeh Dunki khatam huyi hai toh ab main kholunga pitara purani kahaniyon ka. Mann toh hai ki ek Munna Bhai aur banani hai par kab woh mujhe abhi nahin pata (Sanju and I often discuss about Munna Bhai 3. He also tells me to make it. Dunki just finished…now I will go through the collection of the old stories that I have. I really want to make Munna Bhai 3 but I don’t know when),” he continued.

Meanwhile, Rajkumar Hirani released Dunki on December 21 starring Shah Rukh Khan, Vicky Kaushal, Taapsee Pannu, and Boman Irani among others. ALSO READ: Real life Dunki in France makes Shah Rukh Khan and Rajkumar Hirani film even more topical

Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan is currently revelling in the winter wonderland of Switzerland, and her Instagram stories provide a delightful peek into her picturesque holiday in the snow-clad Alps. The actress shared a series of captivating shots that radiate the magic of the snowy landscapes.

In the first snapshot, Kareena is seen gazing out of a window, capturing the ethereal beauty of the surroundings. She accompanied the image with a poetic caption, “Chasing the light, 4 days to 2024.” The second image offered a panoramic view of the snowy expanse, with Kareena urging her followers to "find your light." In the third picture, Kareena Kapoor shared a heartwarming moment with her friend Natasha Poonawalla. The duo struck a pose, showcasing their camaraderie amid the snowy backdrop. The actress playfully captioned the image, "This is how we keep warm in the snow," capturing the essence of their joyful bond against the wintry backdrop.

The actress, who recently celebrated Christmas in London with her family, including husband Saif Ali Khan and their two kids, Jeh and Taimur, has been actively documenting her holiday experiences on social media. Earlier, she treated fans to stunning images of Saif and their elder son, Taimur, from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, creating memories during their London festivities.

Kareena Kapoor Khan's winter holiday escapades have become a much-anticipated annual tradition, offering fans a glimpse into the star's family life and travel adventures. The breathtaking landscapes of the loation provide a perfect backdrop for the Kapoor-Khan family's holiday retreat, promising a visual treat for Kareena's followers.

Also Read: Kareena Kapoor Khan jets off to Switzerland for a picturesque holiday in the alps with baby Jeh and family

While earlier this week, Anil Kapoor received some of the most emotional and heartfelt messages on social media from his fraternity friends and family members, Anand Ahuja was among the few who missed out on the same. However, the doting son-in-law dedicated a beautiful ‘belated birthday wish’ to his father-in-law on this special occasion and it also received much love from Anand’s wife and Anil’s daughter Sonam Kapoor Ahuja.

Taking to social media, Anand Ahuja posted a photo of a lovely father-daughter moment as Anil Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor Ahuja were seen taking in the picturesque view of colourful trees overlooking a lake. Along with a scenic picture, he also penned a lovely birthday wish for his father-in-law saying ““The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” #Tagore”. He added, “A late birthday post for @anilskapoor (& always timely appreciation post for @sonamkapoor & @anilskapoor ) I saw the prep for #Fighter and while hardwork & results often correlate, the fact is that success is largely out of our control. Our only focus remains on the work and the age old certainty that the reward for hardwork is more hardwork… Always Happy @anilskapoor,” and he concluded it with a folding hands emoji.

In the same post, he also expressed his love for Sonam Kapoor as he mentioned, “(Love you lots @sonamkapoor (kiss emoji))”. Reacting to the post, Sonam dropped a comment saying, “Love you both the most..”

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Speaking about his work commitments, Anil Kapoor is gearing up for the first release of 2024, Fighter, which will see him play the role of a Air Force Captain alongside Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone. It is slated for release on January 25.

Also Read: Ranbir Kapoor is all praises for Animal co-star Anil Kapoor; says, “His energy and enthusiasm on set are infectious”

Prithviraj Sukumaran rocked the show with his performance of Varda in Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire. His bonding with Prabhas was one of the strengths of the film and the dashing, talented actor spoke about the film’s success and a lot more in an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama.

How has been the feedback for Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire? You must be flooded with messages and DMs! (Smiles). I am. I am elated with how Salaar has been received. It’s heartening that the film has resonated equally well with people all over the country. That’s what our intention was. Full credit goes to Hombale Films, Prashanth Neel, Prabhas and the whole team. I have had the privilege of enjoying lots of successes and failures in cinema. But this feels special because I am getting calls and messages from people from different industries. Each one of them spoke to me as if they had seen a film from their own industry!

Salaar must have been your biggest release in terms of reach… Indeed. It was also the biggest release in terms of scale and as you said, how widely it was distributed and the magnitude of the release. It’s a dream for any artist for their work to be showcased and celebrated in such a fashion. I hope this is the beginning of a lot of new good things to come.

How are the team of Hombale Films, Prashanth Neel Prabhas reacting? Are they happy with the feedback? Oh yes. I have worked very closely with Hombale Films. I am also directing a film for them. And yes, Prabhas and others are very happy with the reaction. Prashanth is the kind of guy who is unaware of what the film has done! Even during KGF, he pretty much behaved the same way. But I am sure he’s also very happy. To see all our hard work and efforts bore fruit is truly gratifying.

Did you get a chance to see Salaar in theatres? I am in Kerala right now. It’s not easy for me to go and watch the film in theatres here.

I request you to come to Mumbai and experience the madness in Gaiety-Galaxy. Maybe, you can do so for Salaar’s sequel… I agree. Salaar is a film that you have to watch with a big crowd. I’d love to do that. Going by how things are and assuming that Salaar is going to run with packed houses for a few weeks more, I am hoping I get a chance to see the film in a sold-out show.

Your character Varda doesn’t do any action for most part of the film, leaving many to assume that he’ll not beat up baddies. But in the climax, he goes all out. Was it intentional to keep the best for the last? Prashanth had this deliberate design in mind to keep giving hints about how deep the bond between Varda and Deva is. So finally when they join hands, you know how deadly a force they can be collectively. Let’s just say that the climax portion of Salaar is just a hint of what is going to come in part 2.

At times, scenes are written well on paper but they don’t translate the same way on celluloid. But the ‘Yaa Yaa’ scene went to another level on celluloid. Also, the way you kept your eyes shut added to the effect… When Prashanth narrates the film to you, he also tells you his vision. Prashanth had a clear vision for that fight sequence. Like I am closing my eyes while everyone else opens when Deva walks ahead. It’s like, ‘Everyone else will want to see what is going to happen. You (Varda) are the only ones who knows what is going to happen and is thinking, I don’t want to see it’. He got this aspect so well in his writing and execution. Plus, he’s also a spectacular technician. He has this amazing sense of style which he neatly incorporates into the drama. Prashanth’s imagination is boundless.

On a lighter note, it is often joked that Prashanth Neel doesn’t like lights as the visual tone of the film is quite dark. Your thoughts? (Laughs) Som Prashant doesn’t like too many colours and prefers monochrome, high contrast and shadows. I understand that a lot of people are saying that ‘Salaar looks a lot similar to KGF’ in terms of styling and cinematography. But I know for a fact that Prashanth always wanted a particular look in Salaar. And Salaar was written before KGF. He preferred the black dust and the texture on the clothes to create a world where probably the most colourful thing is the blood! He always had that in his mind. Nevertheless, the styling, the colour tone, the cinematography, the contrast ratio and the play between shadow and light contribute a lot to what the visuals of Khansaar make you feel. The styling is very much part of the writing. Hats off to Prashanth for imagining how the world would look like. It’s entirely fictional and created in his mind. It’s akin to J R R Tolkien creating the whole world of The Lord Of The Rings. He imagined what the place would be, what the politics of the place would be, how that place is ruled, the hierarchy, dynamics between players etc. A whole lot of effort has gone into conceiving the world. Part of that effort is also the style and the feel; like how do you feel when you look at the screen and see Khansaar? Prashanth, more than anyone else, would have known that comparisons are bound to happen. He still chose to go with this styling for Salaar.

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Which was the most difficult scene for you? The entire climax action sequence was challenging. We were shooting in December when Hyderabad can get quite cold during the night. You have to wear a woollen jacket. And Prabhas and I were drenched in blood. The fake blood, which we use in films, feels very cold. At 1 or 2 am, Prabhas and I would sit in front of the fire. And it was not just for one night. The shoot took place for many nights. Now that you have seen the film, you know that the people whom we fight against have to behave in a particular way for some reason. They couldn’t be very exact with their movements. They had to act like they were completely out of control. That made it quite challenging.

Did you get the chance to see Dunki? I have neither watched Dunki nor Salaar! I have been shooting continuously. I am really looking forward to watching both movies. I am a big fan of Rajkumar Hirani and Shah Rukh Khan sir. I am very happy that both the films are doing well.

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Prithviraj Sukumaran reveals Prabhas checked on him everyday on the sets of Salaar: “He would ask, ‘Shall I send some food? Are you okay?’”

After a whirlwind wedding in 1991 with Amrita Singh right at the start of his career, Saif Ali Khan gained much prominence in the industry. The young lad had wooed hearts with is love for the actress and soon they became parents to two kids, Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Khan. But after about twelve years, the couple decided to go their separate ways and it wasn’t an easy time for the Pataudis, confessed Sharmila Tagore to Karan Johar on the chat show Koffee With Karan 8.

The recent episode of the Karan Johar hosted show featured Sharmila Tagore and Saif Ali Khan debuting on the couch where they discussed their personal and professional life, during which the mother-son duo opened up about Khan’s divorce. Saif revealed that his mother was the first one he spoke to when he was considering this separation. “With the separation, I just like to say, that the first person I spoke to before the separation was my mother. She took a deep breath, there was a pause on the phone, and said, ‘I am with you if that’s what you want’ and that helped a lot,” said Saif.

Sharmila Tagore went on to speak about how the entire divorce and separation affected her and her cricketer-husband Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi aka Tiger. “When you are together for such a long time and you have such lovely children, then no break up is easy. Then it is not a harmonious… I know it is difficult to have harmony at that stage, everybody is hurt… so that stage was not nice but I tried. But that’s water under the bridge, she needed time to cool down and they worked it out together.”

She added, “It’s not just staying away, there are so many other things that are involved. It wasn’t a happy time for us because Ibrahim was just three and we were very fond of the children. Especially, Tiger was really fond of Ibrahim and he would say, ‘That’s a good lad.’ He didn’t get that time with him. So we felt doubly deprived to lose Amrita and lose the two kids. So it’s just not him but we also had to adjust to all that,”

Currently, Saif Ali Khan not only spends time with Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Ali Khan, but the duo are also share a great rapport with Saif’s second wife Kareena Kapoor Khan and their kids, Taimur Ali Khan and Jeh.

Also Read: Koffee With Karan 8: Karan Johar expresses regrets over missing out on working with Sharmila Tagore in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani; actress says, “After my cancer, they didn’t want me to take that risk”

Vicky Kaushal, who ended the year with some of the most impressive reviews which he garnered for his performance in Sam Bahadur and for his extended cameo in Dunki, was seen celebrating Christmas with Katrina Kaif. Adding a late post on social media, the actor dedicated a romantic message to his wifey and was also seen partying with his childhood friends as well as close ones from the fraternity. Vicky gave his followers a sneak peek into how he rang his New Year by sharing glimpses of these on the platform.

Vicky Kaushal took to Instagram to share a sweet message for his wife Katrina Kaif. Rejoicing in the Christmas spirit, while Vicky was seen sporting a Santa hat, Kat was seen flaunting her Santa hat headband. The photo also featured a glimpse of their massive beautifully adorned Christmas tree and the Sam Bahadur actor captioned the post saying, “Christmas is when you are here. <3” He concluded it with a Christmas tree emoji. Fans of VicKat couldn’t help but gush over their love as many dropped heart emojis on the post. “She is lucky enough to have found you. You the best my man!” added one of them whereas another one said, “What a picture guys!” Yet another user commented, “You guys are the bestest ever!!!”.

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Apart from this post, Vicky Kaushal also shared two Instagram stories which seems to have received a lot of love. In one of them the actor was seen reuniting with Childhood friends and shared a photo with the squad as he captioned it saying, “Chhadi Buddies”. In yet another story, he was seen having a fun session with brother Sunny Kaushal and co-star Angad Bedi where the trio were seen doing bhangra on Christmas songs.

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On the work front, Vicky Kaushal currently has Mere Mehboob Mere Sanam with Triptii Dimri which is slated to release in 2024 as well as Chaava which is expected to feature Rashmika Mandanna as the leading lady.

Also Read: Katrina Kaif credits Vicky Kaushal for being calm and composed: “He listens to my rant with so much acceptance that the burden is off my chest”

Known for hosting some of the most celebrated personalities of the film industry, Koffee With Karan 8 aims at giving you a deeper insight into the personal lives of these artists. In the recent episode of the show, the producer-host Karan Johar hosted a very special duo, Sharmila Tagore and Saif Ali Khan from the royal Pataudi Khandaan wherein they discussed about their journey in  the professional and personal world. During the same, the filmmaker expressed his deep regret as he missed out on an opportunity to work with Sharmila Tagore in his directorial Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani.

For the unversed, Sharmila Tagore was approached first for the role essayed by Shabana Azmi in the romantic drama. Speaking about the same, Karan Johar said on the show, "I had offered Sharmila ji the part played by Shabana Azmi in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. She was my very first choice. Due to health reasons at that time, she couldn't say yes but it is a regret I have." Responding to the same, Sharmila revealed that her family and loved ones had asked her to not do it due to the pandemic as they were concerned on how the same will impact her health since Tagore is a cancer survivor. "This is at the height of Covid. They hadn't really grappled with Covid at that time. They didn't know the vaccine... We were not vaccinated. You know, after my cancer. So, they didn't want me to take that risk," replied the yesteryear diva.

Readers may be aware that Shabana Azmi essayed the role of Rani aka Alia Bhatt’s grandmother in the film, who falls in love with the sweet Kanwal Lund Randhawa played by Dharmendra. The film also stars Ranveer Singh along with an ensemble cast and received a lot of love at the box office.

Also Read: Koffee With Karan 8: Sharmila Tagore reveals how ‘interested’ Saif Ali Khan was in education; actor defends himself

Salman Khan rang in his 58th birthday in Mumbai with a special bash at midnight on December 27 at his sister Arpita Khan Sharma's residence. The celebration held added significance as it coincided with the birthday of Arpita’s daughter, Ayat. The joint celebrations saw the presence of several celebrities including actor Bobby Deol, who always speaks highly of Khan after his career renaissance.

Bobby Deol took to his Instagram account to share two photos from the birthday celebrations. In the first picture, he is seen planting a kiss on his Race 3 co-star's cheek. The actors posed for two selfies together. Bobby Deol, who dearly calls Salman ‘mamu’, captioned the post, “Mamu, I love you!” Sunny Deol commented on the post with red heart emojis.

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Bobby Deol made a comeback in the industry with Salman Khan starrer Race 3. He often credits Khan for pushing him to work on his physique which helped him gain confidence and marked his return to mainstream cinema.

On the work front, Bobby Deol was most recently seen in Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal starring alongside Ranbir Kapoor. On the other hand, Salman Khan was last seen in Tiger 3. He has a new project with Dharma Productions and Shershaah director Vishnu Vardhan. ALSO READ: Arbaaz Khan shares inside photos from nikaah ceremony with Sshura Khan featuring Salman Khan, son Arhaan & family

In the exciting world of Bollywood, Aparshakti Khurana has truly stood out in 2023, achieving remarkable success. His song 'Kudiye Ni' went viral, and his outstanding performance as an actor earned him praise and awards, in India and internationally as well. This year has been incredibly fruitful and rewarding for the talented artist.

Aparshakti's award-winning performance in Amazon Prime's Jubilee earned critical acclaim and resonated with audiences, solidifying his status as a versatile actor. His portrayal of Madan Kumar in Jubilee received widespread praise.

In the international arena, his film Berlin, directed by Atul Saberwal, made waves at prestigious festivals. The film made its world premiere at the Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles in October 2023 and was also showcased at the 67th BFI London Film Festival and the Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival 2023. It earned acclaim for its intriguing plot and excellent performances. Apart from Aparshakti, Berlin also stars Rahul Bose, Kabir Bedi and Ishwak Singh in pivotal roles.

As Aparshakti Khurana continues to carve his niche in the industry, 2023 stands a testament to his super-successful year, defined by musical prowess, acclaimed performances, and international acclaim. With each project, he reinforces his position as a multifaceted artist with an enduring impact on the entertainment landscape. Looking forward to 2024, Aparshakti will be seen as the quirky Bittu, as he reprises his beloved character in Stree 2, while waiting for the release of Berlin. He also has a documentary Finding Ram by Applause Entertainment in the pipeline.

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Arshad Warsi calls Animal male version of Kill Bill, Aparshakti Khurana confesses Ranbir Kapoor starrer made him “forget the moral compass”; Manoj Bajpayee says, “If films could change society then by now we would have been living in heaven”

Actor Ajay Devgn will be back on the sets of Singham Again, helmed by Rohit Shetty, from January 2024 onwards. The film went on floors a few months ago. Led by Ajay, he will resume the new schedule in Hyderabad in the third week of January 2024. The actor was recovering from an injury and had taken a break from the shoot. The upcoming schedule will go on for over a month.

As per a report in Pinkvilla, a source said, “On the day Ajay Devgn was hit on his eyes, he went to the doctor and quickly returned to the set to finish his work for the day as he believes in the philosophy of ‘Show Must Go On. Post that, Rohit continued to shoot for the film as planned with other artists and the crew at Golden Tobacco in Andheri. He recently called it a wrap on the Mumbai schedule and is now gearing up for the next marathon schedule of Singham Again at Ramoji Film City.”

“All the members forming part of the principal cast will be joining the next schedule at some point of time, and Ajay Devgn will be constantly shooting for the film over a period of next 30 days,” the source added.

Singham Again stars Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone, Tiger Shroff and Arjun Kapoor. It also has special appearances of Akshay Kumar and Ranveer Singh. The makers plan to release the movie during the Independence Day 2024 weekend. ALSO READ: Koffee With Karan 8: Rohit Shetty reveals that the younger generation of actors are ‘insecure’; Ajay Devgn says, “They don’t have the security to do solo films”

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, starring Ananya Panday, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Adarsh Gourav in lead roles, was released on December 26 on Netflix. The film explores the complexities of love and friendship in the digital age.

To celebrate the release day, Siddhant Chaturvedi posted a video on his Instagram where Ananya Panday and Adarsh Gourav danced to the beats of ‘Salaam-e-Ishq'. Enjoying the release day to the fullest, the caption read, “A rollercoaster of emotions #KhoGayeHumKahan.”

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Directed by newcomer Arjun Varain Singh, who also co-wrote it with Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti, the film chronicles the lives of three twenty-something friends, Imaad (Siddhant Chaturvedi), Ahana (Ananya Panday) and Neil (Adarsh Gourav), as they explore the digital world and support one another in their search for authenticity amidst their virtual lives. Produced by Excel Entertainment’s Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar and Tiger Baby’s Reema Kagti and Zoya Akhtar, the film invites viewers to explore the complexities of online existence as a young adult.

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan is streaming on Netflix! ALSO READ: Aditya Roy Kapur reviews girlfriend Ananya Panday’s Kho Gaye Hum Kahan; Ishaan Khatter calls it ‘full of heart’

Excel Entertainment is all set to drench the audience in the fervour of new-age friendship stuck in the digital age with Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, starring Ananya Panday, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Adarsh Gourav in lead roles. The film will be out today and a special screening was hosted last week, attended by Ananya Panday’s boyfriend Aditya Roy Kapur and alleged ex Ishaan Khatter.

Netflix on Monday unveiled the video of the reactions of the stars who attended the special screening. Aditya said, “I loved, loved, loved the film. I highly recommend it. Everyone's character was so well etched out and everyone did their job so well. Love. Love. Do watch.”

Ananya Panday's former alleged boyfriend, Ishaan Khatter, was also in attendance and said, “Really enjoyed the film. Topical and full of heart. Congrats lovely people.”

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Directed by newcomer Arjun Varain Singh, who also co-wrote it with Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti, the film chronicles the lives of three twenty-something friends, Imaad (Siddhant Chaturvedi), Ahana (Ananya Panday) and Neil (Adarsh Gourav), as they explore the digital world and support one another in their search for authenticity amidst their virtual lives. Produced by Excel Entertainment’s Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar and Tiger Baby’s Reema Kagti and Zoya Akhtar, the film invites viewers to explore the complexities of online existence as a young adult.

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan will be streaming on Netflix from December 26, 2023! ALSO READ: Ananya Panday’s iconic looks make her the perfect choice for inspiration on ‘World Saree Day’

The festival of Christmas is celebrated, globally! Bollywood stars dazzle with tree-lighting ceremonies, exchanging gifts, and sharing warm wishes on social media. The actors infuse vibrant colours into the season with their lively family gatherings and dinners. Before the annual Christmas lunch at Kapoor residence, Alia Bhatt hosted a small gathering at her residence on December 24 which saw the presence of her family and close friends Karan Johar and Ayan Mukerji.

The small gathering included Soni Razdan, Mahesh Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor. Soni revealed that her son-in-law Ranbir made a generous donation of Rs. 1 lakh towards child welfare. Taking to her Instagram story, she revealed, “Such a thoughtful gift from my darling SIL.” The certificate read, “This is to certify that a donation in the name of Soni Bhatt of rupees one lakh has been made towards the welfare of children.”

Meanwhile, on December 25, Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt happily introduced their daughter, Raha, to the paparazzi for the first time. The adorable family moment took place on Monday when Ranbir held his blue-eyed baby girl in his arm, who was dressed in a cute white top and skirt. The couple joyfully posed together, marking a special occasion as they posed with their little one. ALSO READ: Alia Bhatt and baby Raha join Ranbir Kapoor and entire Kapoor family for grand Christmas celebrations, see inside pictures

The festival of Christmas is celebrated, globally! Bollywood stars dazzle with tree-lighting ceremonies, exchanging gifts, and sharing warm wishes on social media. The actors infuse vibrant colours into the season with their lively family gatherings and dinners. The Kapoors are known to host Christmas lunch every year and their entire family comes together for the celebrations. In the spirit of the festival, Alia Bhatt has been joining Ranbir Kapoor and his family for the Christmas lunch for a couple of years. This time around, their 1-year-old daughter Raha was also a part of it.

In the Kapoor family photo, we see Karisma Kapoor with her kids – daughter Samaira Kapoor and son Kiaan Raj Kapoor; Alia Bhatt with baby Raha; Ranbir Kapoor with Agastya Nanda and Navya Naveil Nanda, Randhir Kapoor & Babita Kapoor; Aadar Jain with girlfriend Alekha Advani. Late actor Shammi Kapoor’s wife, Neila Devi, and Reema Jain were also part of the celebration.

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Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt happily introduced their daughter, Raha, to the paparazzi for the first time. The adorable family moment took place on Monday when Ranbir held his blue-eyed baby girl in his arm, who was dressed in a cute white top and skirt. The couple joyfully posed together, marking a special occasion as they posed with their little one.

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Kareena Kapoor Khan also attends the Kapoor family’s annual lunch but this time, she was on a family vacation with Saif Ali Khan and her sons in London. She recently posted pictures of Taimur Ali Khan enjoying a football match at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. ALSO READ: Alia Bhatt effortlessly infuses a chic touch into business fashion with her floral pantsuit

In a surprise turn of events, actor-producer Arbaaz Khan tied the knot with make-up artist Sshura Khan in an intimate ceremony on December 24, 2023. The nikaah took place at their family residence in Mumbai in the presence of their family members and close friends from the industry.

Arbaaz Khan on Monday shared inside photos from the nikaah ceremony. He was seated beside his newlywed wife Sshura Khan, son Arhaan Khan, parents Salim Khan and Salma Khan, older brother Salman Khan and sister Alvira Khan Agnihotri. He captioned the post, “It’s you. It's me. It's us.”

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In the series of photos, the entire Khan family was seen including Sohail Khan and his kids, Atul Agnihotri and kids, Arpita Khan Sharma and Aayush Sharma and their kids, veteran actress Helen and Sshura Khan's family.

Arbaaz was dressed in peach and beige floral bandhgala with beige trousers for the ceremony. The bride Sshura was dressed in a shimmery blouse and floral peach lehenga. Sharing two pictures, Arbaaz wrote on Instagram, “In the presence of our loved ones, me and mine begin a lifetime of love and togetherness from this day on! Need all your blessings and good wishes on our special day!”

It is believed Arbaaz Khan met Sshura Khan while they were working on the movie set, Patna Shukla. ALSO READ: First PHOTOS: Arbaaz Khan and Sshura Khan tie the knot in an intimate ceremony in Mumbai

The Umang showcase that celebrates Mumbai police and their families heralds the event season in our part of the world. The Umang 2023 Mumbai Police Show was no different. Performances were electrifying and the fashion quotient was right on par with it. Ethnic wear was the unofficial dress code of the night with sarees stealing the top spot. Kriti Sanon gave the fun desi pick her own stylish spin.

Kriti Sanon is an amazing style icon. Every attire looks excellent on her due to her petite frame and smouldering features. She may wear Western clothing with style, but nothing compares to the grace and charm that an Indian persona can convey. The actress most recently caused a stir among fans when she opted to go out in a Manish Malhotra saree designed for the time of year. It had red, black, and pink horizontal panels. The other colours blended together to make a statement, with red serving as the ideal border colour. Kriti didn't hesitate to incorporate further colour into the ensemble by donning earrings that had a subtle silver hue. The diva's makeup, which included glossy lips, a dewy base, kohl-rimmed eyes, black eyeshadow, and a black manicure, was a true work of art. She wore her hair loose in curls.

On the work front, Kriti Sanon was last seen in Ganpath alongside Tiger Shroff. She will now star in Rajesh Krishnan’s upcoming comedy-drama The Crew alongside Kareena Kapoor and Tabu. Kriti also has Do Patti and an untitled film with Shahid Kapoor in pipeline.

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ACTRESS: Kriti Sanon

OUTFIT: Manish Malhotra

STYLIST: Sukriti Grover

HAIR & MAKE-UP: Alpa Khimani  & Kavyesh Sharma

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Also Read: Kriti Sanon effortlessly redefines glamour in a sleek silver pantsuit, gracing the Hello Magazine cover

You are aware of the excitement that might arise in December. It's the season for joyful excursions, get-togethers, family get-togethers, and dinner parties, aside from holidays. Isn't there just a tonne of activity happening? This fashion statement by Jacqueline Fernandez is perfect if you want to maintain your look stylish and current. For good reason, Jaqueline Fernandez is a style icon among women. Her daring wardrobe experimentation, chic style selections, and easy-going charm soon make her the country's sweetheart.

Jacqueliene Fernandez's Christmas ensemble is all blue—but in the trendiest way possible. At the Moon Light Music Festival in Dubai, the actress stepped it up with a gorgeous, glittery appearance. Though we're sure that many were enthralled with her elegant dance films, fashionistas' attention was focused on the diva's sequined blue-coloured attire. Jacqueliene Fernandez looked stunning for the glittering occasion in a bodycon dress with a square neckline and a plunging cut that was covered in sequins. The skin-colored sleeves featured sheer embroidery, and the cuffs were embellished with charming blue tassels. The actress accessorised her attire with fishnet stockings that were completely nude. Not only is her wardrobe stunning, but we also adore her opulent cosmetics style. She went with a dewy base and added highlighter and blush to give herself a rosy-shiny look. But inside was a work of art—a cut-crease eyeshadow with silver sparkle. Her captivating appearance was completed with a glossy nude lip hue, mascara-filled lashes, and a kohl-eyeliner combination.

On the work front, she will be next seen in Fateh alongside Sonu Sood. She also has Crakk with Vidyut Jammwal and Arjun Rampal in her lineup. She was last seen in Rohit Shetty's Cirkus, alongside Ranveer Singh.

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Also Read: Jacqueline Fernandez gets threats from Sukesh Chandrashekhar in his letter; says, “Now I will go all out to expose anything”

Sandeep Reddy Vanga, who is currently basking in the success of Animal, recently opened up about the making of the Ranbir Kapoor starrer. Some audiences may recall that when this project was announced, it was said that Parineeti Chopra has been roped in for the film, so much so that the actress had too shared her excitement of working with the Kabir Singh filmmaker. However, later on it was revealed that Rashmika Mandanna has been roped in as the leading lady for the role of Geetanjali Iyengar.

In a recent interview with Komal Nahta, Sandeep Reddy Vanga discussed the reason behind the exit of Parineeti Chopra and mentioned that he did not see Geetanjali in her. "Actually, galti mera hi hai (it’s my fault). I said, ‘Ho sake toh maaf karo mujhe (if possible, please forgive me). I signed her one and a half years before the shoot and, for some reason, I didn’t see Geetanjali in her. Kuch kuch characters kuch kuch logo ko set nahi hota hai (some characters are such that it doesn’t set right with certain people)."

Sandeep also mentioned about how he wanted her to play Preeti in Kabir Singh. He continued, "Main kabhi audition main believe nahi karta (I don’t believe in auditions). I go by my instinct only. That I know. From day one I have liked her acting and I always wanted to cast her as Preeti, also in Kabir Singh but hua nahi uss time (it didn’t happen then)."

Sandeep maintained that one day he will definitely work with Parineeti Chopra since he admires her work and acting chops. He opened up about how she reacted when Rashmika Mandanna took over, Vanga added, "That’s long due. I always wanted to work with her. I told her and she also knows that. I told her, ‘Sorry, nothing is bigger than the film. So, I’m taking this decision and going ahead with another artist.’ She felt bad, but she understood why I was saying that.”

Animal stars Rashmika Mandanna as Geetanjali, who essays the role of Ranvijay’s wife and mother of his two children.

Also Read: Animal director Sandeep Reddy Vanga expresses regret over editing decision; says, “I should’ve kept the 3-hour 30-minute version but due to pressure I had to cut 8-9 minutes”

Just earlier this week, reports were abuzz with news that Arbaaz Khan is planning to tie the knot for the second time. Confirming the same, the actor-producer got married to makeup artist Sshura Khan, who is best known for working with 90s diva Raveena Tandon and the latter’s daughter Rasha Thadani. Now taking to social media, he shared the first photos from his nikaah ceremony and followed by the same, many of his friends, fans, and well-wishers dropped their congratulatory messages.

Arbaaz Khan tied the knot with Sshura Khan in an intimate ceremony at Arpita Khan’s home in Mumbai which was attended amid his brothers including Salman Khan, a few other family members and friends. While the low-key wedding did get quite a bit of attention, the actor-producer decided to share this special moment on social media and also penned a heartfelt note. In a joint post, Arbaaz Khan and Sshura Khan shared photos from their ceremony where the groom is seen dressed in a floral bandgala and trousers whereas adding to the theme of the florals, Sshura was decked up in an elegant peach floral lehenga. In the caption, Khan wrote, “In the presence of our loved ones, me and mine begin a lifetime of love and togetherness from this day on! Need all your blessings and good wishes on our special day!”

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From what we hear, Harshdeep Kaur also performed at the wedding. The singer-musician too took to the platform to share photos with the couple of the evening as she said, “Congratulations dearest #ArbaazKhan & @sshurakhan ?? Lots of love and Duas for the both of you <3 Loved performing for your most precious day with lots of love, warmth and music in the air!”

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Raveena Tandon who is said to have shared a close bond with Sshura as well as Arbaaz Khan also posted a video of her and Arbaaz dancing along with a congratulatory message to the newlyweds. She wrote, “Mubarak Mubarak Mubarak!!! My darlings @sshurakhan and @arbaazkhanofficial ! So surreal! So so Happy for both of you! Abhi toh party shuru hui hai!!!! Mrs and Mr Shurra Arbaaz Khan!”

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Arbaaz Khan and Sshura Khan is expected to have met on the sets of the film Patna Shukla, of which Raveena Tandon too was a part of. This is Arbaaz’s second marriage as the actor-producer was earlier married to Malaika Arora and the couple also has a son named Arhan Khan. Arhan too was one of the guests who attended his father’s wedding.

Also Read: Arbaaz Khan and Sshura Khan’s Wedding: Arhaan Khan arrives with other family members at aunt Arpita Khan’s home

Darr (1993), an important film in Indian cinema, completed 30 glorious years on December 24. It starred Shah Rukh Khan in the breakthrough role of an obsessive stalker. The way he performed the part and his ‘K-K-K-Kiran’ dialogue made him a force to reckon with. Juhi Chawla and Sunny Deol also starred in this musical drama, which was produced and directed by Yash Chopra. A lot has been said about the film’s casting, issues that cropped up between Shah Rukh and Sunny etc. However, many are not aware of Hrithik Roshan’s contribution to Darr. On the 30th anniversary of this movie, we will throw light on this lesser-known aspect.

Uday Chopra, who was an assistant to Yash Chopra in Darr, revealed in an old video to his father that he and Hrithik Roshan came across a Hollywood thriller, Dead Calm (1989). They recommended it to Aditya Chopra. He loved it so much that it germinated into Darr. Uday also stated in the video that Darr was a title that Hrithik Roshan had used for what seemed to be a low-budget short film. Aditya found the title apt and that’s how the classic film got the title.

Uday Chopra said, “There’s a little-known fact about Darr and the way it started. Hrithik and I were watching a movie once, a very lesser-known film, called Dead Calm. We saw a video of that film and we decided to make Adi see it, just to show him a very good film.”

Uday continued, “Adi saw that film and he loved it instantly. That is how the inspiration for Darr came out. In fact, Darr was the title that Hrithik had kept for a movie which he had actually made. It was an amateur movie which he had shot. So, it was Hrithik’s title. When Adi decided to make this film, he told Hrirthik ‘I am going to use this title because it suits the film very well’.” Yash Chopra, meanwhile, seems surprised as he didn’t know about the trivia of his own film at all.

Story behind Yash Chopra's Darr pic.twitter.com/YMabeDocqi — Manish (@rmanish1) January 8, 2023

Darr is a story of an obsessive lover who goes crazy when the girl he passionately loves gets engaged to a Navy officer. Apart from Shah Rukh Khan’s legendary performance and thrilling moments, Darr is also memorable for its evergreen soundtrack. Dead Calm, meanwhile, stars Sam Neill, Nicole Kidman and Billy Zane. It is the story of a couple grieving the death of their son when they come across a stranger who has abandoned a sinking ship. He kidnaps the wife, leading to madness.

Also Read: Darr completes 30 years; Juhi Chawla says, “It was special to have Shah Rukh Khan in the film”

As Darr completes 30 years today, Juhi Chawla, who became the biggest national crush as Kiran with the film, reveals the film to be one of the most important films that she has ever done in her career! The Yash Chopra directorial also featured Sunny Deol as the leading man and Shah Rukh Khan as the antagonist with Anupam Kher, Tanvi Azmi, among others playing pivotal roles.

Speaking about it, Juhi said, “Darr is one of the highlights of my career. One of the most important films I have done. Before Darr, I worked with Yash Chopra ji in Chandni, and it was just a tiny bit. At that time, I was very new but still he cast me opposite Vinod Khanna ji and I had that little guest appearance. That was the first time I faced the camera with Yash ji directing me, which was just two and half days of work.”

She added, “After that I worked in Pam Chopra ji's production which was also a YRF film – Aaina. And I have said this before, Aaina was the first time where I was called to Honey ji’s house, who sat me down and went through the entire script with me. The second time that I ever heard a script again was when Yash ji sat me down in the Gadda room at their home. I was just amazed as I was an upcoming artist, who was still finding her feet and here was this great director whose movies I had watched as a child, and then when I became an actress, I was sitting in front of him, while he nicely took me through the whole film.”

She further continued, “Also, at that time, it was very rare that the Directors or Producers wrote their whole script before going into shooting. However, with Yash ji, both the films that I did whether it was Aaina or Darr they narrated the whole script to me! It was wonderful. I do have wonderful memories of working with Yash ji. I was very young at that time and was in awe of Yash ji. It was such a big moment for me to be a Yash Chopra ji’s heroine, and that I would be directed by him. I had grown up watching Silsila, and some other movie but I never imagined that I would be in front of the camera and that the legendary Yash Chopra would be directing me!”

Juhi says she was thrilled to hear that Shah Rukh Khan would be playing the anti-hero in Darr! She explained, “When I heard that Yash ji was going to cast Aamir for the role that Shah Rukh did, I was so happy, because you know I’ve worked with Aamir in our initial films and with him I’m so comfortable. Then I heard that Aamir is not doing it, then I think it went to Ajay Devgn and some other young heroes but they wouldn’t do it, then finally it was Shah Rukh. But I can't tell you how special it was!”

Juhi added, “At that time, I was this wide-eyed young girl who was going through life and going through the whole experience... I didn't know what I was really doing or where I was heading. Just experiencing these big highs and being overwhelmed with it, also being nervous but then also finding my little joys with SRK - because I had done Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman with him by then, so at least there was that comfort level. It was a great big adventure.”

Also Read: Sunny Deol on fallout with Darr co-star Shah Rukh Khan: “It was childish, we have moved on”

Shah Rukh Khan, at one point, regularly gave interviews to the press and even answered their queries at events or premieres. The star has stopped doing so in the last few years. He hasn’t given an interview since his last film, Zero (2018). He was a part of the success parties of his recent blockbusters, Pathaan and Jawan. But he didn’t take any questions from the media. Hence, the media persons were in for a pleasant surprise when the PR team of Dunki asked them to send questions that they’d like to ask SRK, actress Taapsee Pannu and director Rajkumar Hirani. The trio recorded their replies to media questions and as expected, it has made for a great watch.

Dunki is Rajkumar Hirani’s sixth film. He has earlier worked with Sanjay Dutt in Munna Bhai MBBS (2003) and Lage Raho Munna Bhai (2006), with Aamir Khan in 3 Idiots (2009) and PK (2014) and with Ranbir Kapoor in Sanju (2018). In Dunki, he collaborated with Shah Rukh Khan for the first time. A journalist asked Hirani about the one quality that Shah Rukh Khan has and which Sanjay Dutt, Aamir Khan and Ranbir Kapoor don’t. SRK hijacked his answer, raising a lot of laughs.

Shah Rukh Khan began by quipping, “Only one quality has been asked. Aap 4-5 bol dijiye!” He then told the blockbuster director, “Main aapko prompt kar deta hoon: Good looks, amazing dancing skills and hair which is more than anybody else’s (laughs)! Yeh toh keh hi sakte ho sir ki baal sabse zyada the.”

Rajkumar laughed heartily and then said, “Firstly, it’s the charm.” SRK again interrupted him and reminded him about his dimples, “Un teeno ke dimples nahin hai.”

Now, it was Rajkumar Hirani’s turn to bring the house down. He stated, “Secondly, I used to sleep by 11:00 pm. Shah Rukh taught me that you can stay awake till 5 in the morning! Now I sleep at 6:00 am. Maze se jee raha hoon main!”

SRK controlled his laughter and revealed, “Yeh interview bhi subah 3:30-4:00 baje ho raha hai!”

Also Read: As Dunki releases, Shah Rukh Khan interacts with the media for the FIRST time in 5 years: “We keep on talking too much about mass-oriented or content-oriented films. I think films are entertainment-oriented”

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who was last seen in the South hit Ponniyin Selvan, was seen taking a stroll down the memory lane and sharing some fond memories of her parents, the late Krishnaraj Rai and Brinda Rai, on their wedding anniversary. The actress, who has always been showering love on them, took to the platform to share a heartfelt wish to them on their special occasion and fans too showered their love on it.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan took to Instagram to post two photos on the occasion of their parents’ wedding anniversary. The first photo was a throwback from the time when Krishnaraj Rai and Brinda Rai were newly married whereas the other one was a recent one before the demise of Mr. Rai. Sharing them, she also penned a heartfelt note wherein she said, “Love you eternally, dearest darling Mommy-Doddaaa??and Daddy-Ajjaaa??????????Much prayers and Love on your Anniversary God Bless” The actress also flooded the caption with several emojis of flowers, hearts, evil-eye, and folded hands.

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Followed by this, many of her fans took to the platform to share their wishes and many of them even pointed the stark resemblance between Aishwarya and the younger version of her mother. “You got ur mum’s resemblance” said one of them whereas another one added, “Gorgeous, your mum and you exactly same”. Yet another user added, “She definitely owes her features to her mommy. Beautiful couple”.

Speaking of Aishwarya’s father, the actress has always expressed her fondness for him and has even remembered him on multiple occasions. A former biologist at the Indian Army, Krishnaraj passed away on March 18, 2017.

On the work front, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is yet to announce her upcoming projects after the Mani Ratnam’s two-part epic saga Ponniyin Selvan.

Also Read: Photos: Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and others snapped at Ambani School’s annual function

Shah Rukh Khan’s September 2023 film Jawan and the recent release Dunki are poles apart, in terms of scale, grandeur and commercial elements. However, in both films, Shah Rukh Khan plays both a younger character and also its older version. SRK, in a rare instance, answered some media queries as part of the promotions of Dunki. He was asked whether it was deliberate that he chose to play older characters in his recent films.

Shah Rukh Khan said, “No, it’s not a conscious effort. I am 58 now. Mujhe aisa lagta hai ki mujhe age-centric roles karne chahiye. If I get an opportunity in a film (then why not). The older character in Jawan is more in-your-face. I won’t call it a caricature but it’s an over-the-top old person. In Dunki, it’s quite real. In Dunki, it’s about a soldier ka vaada. So, it’s a journey of a character and that is the most intriguing quality of the film. It spans 25 years.”

Shah Rukh Khan continued, “I would say that I have been age-honest the first time in Dunki. I don’t know Hardy’s (his character in Dunki) exact age. He must be 60 or 65 years old. But it’s more close to my age. I think I have tried to do it as real as possible. Woh kitna kamyaab hua ya nahin hua, woh mujhe nahin pata. It’s not a conscious effort but I feel more comfortable playing my age. And when I am playing the younger version, I am de-aged. I am with Taapsee Pannu, who’s younger than me. So, character-wise, it falls into place ki hero ki wajah se young heroine ke saath kaam nahin kar raha hoon. It makes me comfortable.”

Finally, he raised laughs in his trademark style, “Having said that, main itna young lagta hoon ki log mujhe older roles dena nahin chahte! I’ll continue playing 27 or 28 (smiles). But in all seriousness, it is fun to play a character spanning more than two decades.”

Also Read: As Dunki releases, Shah Rukh Khan interacts with the media for the FIRST time in 5 years: “We keep on talking too much about mass-oriented or content-oriented films. I think films are entertainment-oriented”

The sequel of the 2011 series Saubhagyavati Bhava titled Saubhagyavati Bhava: Niyam Aur Shartein Laagu, premiered in September this year. However, it seems the sequel did not manage to create the same essence again as the show will, reportedly go off-air soon. If a report by Times of India is something to go by then, Amandeep Sidhu, Dheeraj Dhoopar and Karanvir Bohra’s show will go off air to make way for the new launches.

A source close to the show told the portal, "Today the cast is shooting for its last sequence and wrapping up." Having said that it is worth mentioning here that recently Rohit Roy has joined the cast and the audience loved his track.

In fact, Karanvir Bohra has also confirmed the news in his latest Instagram post. In the video post, Karanvir can be seen meeting and extending war hugs to teh cast and crew of  Saubhagyavati Bhava: Niyam Aur Shartein Laagu. In the caption, Bohra wrote, “Made such a beautiful family on the sets of #saubhagyavatibhava will miss all you guys so so so much.” He has uploaded the entire video on his YouTube channel.

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Reacting to the post, Amandeep Sidhu commented, “will miss you the most / One of the best things this show gave me.” Meanwhile, heartbroken fans also expressed their disappointment in the comments section. “This is not expected @karanvirbohra / it's too early,” wrote an IG user while another added, “This is not done not so cool you people played with our feelings.”

Also Read: Rohit Roy says he never “deliberately distanced” himself from television, ahead of his return with Saubhagyavati Bhava; shares details of his character

The much-awaited film Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire was finally released today in cinemas across the world after making a lot of noise not just over its content and star cast but also issues related to show sharing. Starring Prabhas, Prithviraj Sukumaran and Shruti Haasan, the action entertainer is directed by Prashanth Neel and Hombale Films of KGF fame. As a result, the hype was tremendous resulting in a huge start down South and a decent start in the Hindi-speaking markets.

As the name suggests, Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire was the first part with a sequel promised by the makers even before its release. As expected, it has come to light that the first part ends by mentioning the name of the sequel. The next installment will be called Salaar Part 2: Shauryanga Parvam.

Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire is set in a city named Khansaar populated by dangerous anti-social elements and is also a story of friendship. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, producer Vijay Kiragandur of Hombale Films confirmed that when the final product couldn’t get ready by September 28 as scheduled, the film was shifted to December 22 due to astrological reasons. Hence, while Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Dunki and the Hollywood superhero film Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom released on December 21, the makers of Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire didn’t prepone their date.

In the same interview, Vijay Kiragandur also clarified that the underperformance of lead actor Prabhas’ recent films doesn’t bother them, “We don’t see one or two failures of a star as a reference. We take the success stories as a reference instead and make movies. We hope Salaar will become a blockbuster. His films might not have worked but look at the first-day figures. Nobody has got that kind of an opening in India that Prabhas sir’s movies get.”

Also Read: Salaar: SS Rajamouli reveals Shruti Haasan has no dance number in the film; says, “I was disappointed” to Prashanth Neel

With many celebrities gracing the 60th birthday bash of Anand Pandit, it seems that it turned out to be one of the biggest showbiz party in recent times. Among them was also megastar Amitabh Bachchan who attended the same with son Abhishek Bachchan. The veteran star showed us a glimpse of his emotional side as he made a heartfelt speech for his close friend on this special occasion wherein he also quoted a line from his father Harivansh Rai Bachchan, a renowned Indian poet.

For the unversed, producer Anand Pandit recently hosted a birthday as he turned 60 and along with that he also celebrated the completion of two successful decades of his real estate company Lotus Developers. While Amitabh Bachchan was also the chief guest, he joined Pandit in cutting a 6-tier cake at the celebrations and also unveiled a biography and a coffee table book inspired by the producer's life, which they shared over the past two decades.

During the event, as the friends bonded, Pandit also showered praise on him, to which Mr. Bachchan humbly responded, "You have praised me so much but I don't think I am worthy of this admiration. As my father would say, 'I have no desire to be famous. That you know me is enough.' You said you were very inspired by the character of Vijay in Trishul but the credit for the resonance of that character should go to the writers, not me."

With obvious emotion, he dwelled upon the close bond that they shared over the past two decades and also praised Pandit for the qualities that turned him from an industry outsider into one of its biggest success stories. "Anand Bhai is someone who always brings with him a lot of optimism and joy. One may be facing any problem, but by his mere presence, he dissipates the gloom. He has a lot of humility and simplicity. He is a very friendly, very respectful person and he has lived his life with a lot of discipline. I believe Anand Bhai is a true heir and a worthy son to his father. It is because of the blessings of his parents that he is today known as Anand Pandit and the man behind Lotus Developers. My heartfelt congratulations to him on this special day."

Other guests at the well-attended bash included Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Abhishek Bachchan, Kartik Aryan, Jackie and Tiger Shroff, among others.

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Manoj Bajpayee says Amitabh Bachchan rehearses quite diligently; recalls latter catching him for changing lines in a scene

Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty, whose friendship can be traced back to over three decades, are prepping for one of the biggest action entertainer franchises that marks its return in 2024. The actor-filmmaker duo recently appeared on the chat show Koffee With Karan 8, wherein they discussed several aspects of their career and life, in a candid conversation with Karan Johar. Having been in the industry for decades and witnessed the career graph of many, the duo discussed the current crop of actors with Johar, wherein they spoke about their insecurities.

Rohit Shetty and Ajay Devgn, both of whom have worked with the younger lot of stars, were asked about their opinion on the current set of actors. When Karan Johar asked if they were insecure, Rohit agreed and added, “I think too much of insecurity and they need too much validation from social media, from people they don't know.” He also agreed with KJo’s theory of them being overthinkers.  Amid this, Karan Johar also made a mention of the highly-anticipated entertainer Singham Again, by stating that Rohit is ‘putting together an army who will come together on the big screens’. The film is expected to feature Ajay Devgn and Kareena Kapoor Khan in the lead along with Akshay Kumar, Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Tiger Shroff, among others making brief but pivotal appearances in this action drama.

Furthermore, Karan also wondered if they have insecurities and issues about doing two-hero films. For the unversed, Ajay Devgn has done several two hero films with actors like Akshay Kumar, Aamir Khan, Sanjay Dutt, Salman Khan, among others.  When asked if the actors don’t feel secure enough to do such films, Ajay responded, “I think they don't have the security to do solos also. They take three years to decide whether to do this or that.”

In the same breath, the duo also discussed the extensive PR machinery used by the current generation to stay in limelight with Ajay Devgn even calling it as a ‘mirage’, further asserting that these tactics hardly works in reality.

Also Read: Koffee With Karan 8: Ajay Devgn addresses the subject of nepotism; says, “People don’t realize that the generation has worked so hard”

While the Hindi film industry has been registering massive blockbusters in 2023, Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana has also had a great year with him joining the list of stars who have delivered 100 crore hits! Expressing his happiness over the success of Dream Girl 2, the actor opened up about how the industry experienced several lows but yet managed to rise and resume his position of delivering some of the biggest superhits this year.

Ayushmann Khurrana revealed that he is thrilled about how his Dream Girl 2 is amongst the big hits of 2023! He said, “It has been an incredible year for Hindi cinema. From a narrative that Hindi cinema is boycotted, to it having no takers, our industry has cracked the content game in 2023 to possibly register its biggest theatrical year. We have seen incredible support and response from audience for our cinema which is why we have already had 3 all-time blockbusters in 2023!”

He added, “I feel extremely happy that Hindi cinema has dented the negative narrative and due credit to all the writers, directors and producers for putting their head down and working very hard to prove that Hindi cinema will always find love provided we make the best cinema for audiences to enjoy, experience and engage with. I’m delighted to have contributed in my own way towards the theatrical business with Dream Girl 2!”

Ayushmann Khurrana is ecstatic that theatricals are back in a big way! As action entertainers have scripted history at the box office, Ayushmann is the only actor who has delivered a 100 crore hit with the comedy genre! He continued, “As an actor, who loves watching films in cinemas for the experience that it provides, I couldn’t be happier to have delivered a theatrical experience for audience with a hit franchise. I still remember how people were happy that a film from the comedy genre has hit over a Rs. 100 crore in India when action films were ruling the roost!”

He concluded, “I’m really happy that we have tasted success across many genres this year. It is a healthy sign that our industry is thriving and is so aspirational. It feels amazing to have the support of the audience for our work because we truly pour our hearts and souls into the cinema that we create.”

Dream Girl 2 also featured an ensemble cast which included Ananya Panday, Paresh Rawal, Abhishek Banerjee, Annu Kapoor, Vijay Raaz, among others in key roles.

Also Read: Ayushmann Khurrana expresses gratitude; says, “2023 gave me a lot of love and respect!”

Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty, who have been celebrating a friendship and bond of over three decades, came together in the recent episode of Koffee With Karan Season 8. The Singham duo, who are gearing up for big-budget massive entertainer, opened up on a wide range of subjects during this chat show and seemed quite candid as they discussed films, the transition, and even their families who have been a part of this fraternity. Considering that both Rohit Shetty and Ajay Devgn had fathers who were stunt directors, the duo opened up about having a foot in the industry and even addressed the subject of nepotism.

Discussing about how their fathers struggled, Ajay Devgn revealed that his father Veeru Devgn worked as a carpenter before he got an opportunity to be a stunt man in films whereas Rohit Shetty revealed that his father was waitering in hotels in Mumbai. As they opened up about their struggles and journeys, Ajay said, “Today you go on social media and read so many things like nepotism. But people don't realize that the generations have worked and worked very hard to reach here. It is not an easy story.” Agreeing to it, Karan Johar also revealed how his father Yash Johar would have laughed when Karan Johar was called the ‘flag bearer of nepotism’. He also mentioned how he has seen tough times where his mother had to sell her jewellery and her mother’s house to deal with financial crisis.

Ajay went on to add, “We have seen people getting ruined. There are so many who give themselves a year or so to survive in this industry.” He also added, “Aap industry ke ho ya na ho struggle sabka barabar hai. Hard work toh sabko karna padta hai. And we are still working hard.” The actor also went on to confess that his ankles are broken but he is still acting and doing his films, but no one sees that part of them. In the same breath, he also opened about Rohit Shetty’s struggle and said, “He literally didn’t have money to eat proper food”.

On the work front, Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty are currently working on Singham Again which is also expected to feature Kareena Kapoor Khan as Avni Bajirao Singham, Ranveer Singh as Simmba and Akshay Kumar as Sooryavanshi. The film will also introduce new characters like Shakti Shetty and ACP Satya essayed by Deepika Padukone and Tiger Shroff respectively.

Also Read: Koffee With Karan 8 EXCLUSIVE: Ajay Devgn wants to steal Salman Khan’s ‘single’ status and unveils his wishlist for Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar

Ever since the film has been under inception, Merry Christmas has garnered ample attention for its unique collaboration which brings together Katrina Kaif, Sriram Raghavan, and Makkal Selvan Vijay Sethupathi together. And now adding to the anticipation, the makers of the upcoming film dropped the trailer on December 20. The movie, which was slated for release this month, has been pushed to next year. Now Alia Bhatt who came across the trailer has reviewed it and expressed her love for the same.

It is a known fact that Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif have always expressed admiration for each other. Moreover, the two were also expected to come together for a film. And now with the trailer of Kaif’s latest film being unveiled, the actress decided to showcase her support and love to her colleague and posted about the same on social media. Sharing a glimpse of the Merry Christmas trailer, Alia wrote, “Okay this is very very cool! I am very excited. Just must say (heart-eye emojis). @katrinakaif”.

Speaking of the movie, the recently released trailer has definitely piqued the interest of audiences, especially the ones who love a twist in the tale. While Sriram Raghavan is known for his suspense thrillers, Merry Christmas takes you into a simple date between a man and woman on the eve of Christmas that turns murkier as the night proceeds. Without divulging many details, the film gives us a glimpse of Katrina and Vijay’s characters but manages to hold back on revealing about their dark side.

Apart from the duo, the film also features an ensemble cast of Sanjay Kapoor, Vinay Pathak, Radhika Apte, Tinnu Anand, among others and is slated for release in Hindi and Tamil on January 12.

Also Read: Merry Christmas trailer out: Expect the unexpected in Katrina Kaif-Vijay Sethupathi starrer mystery-thriller, watch

To elevate the ever-rising hype for Dunki, Shah Rukh Khan took the promotional spree a step further and reached Burj Khalifa. Keeping up the tradition of SRK films, the Dunki trailer was showcased on the Burj Khalifa, and the moment witnessed the presence of over 1 lakh crowd of fans.

The superstar was also seen dancing to the 'Lutt Putt Gaya' and 'O Maahi' beats. The grand event also witnessed a mesmerizing drone show at Burj Khalifa. The drone show lit up the sky and created an enthralling experience for the viewers.

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King Khan’s pose in Drone show and live in a single frame - during the first ever drone show near Burj Khalifa in history ????❤️ #Dunki in cinemas from 21st December. #ShahRukhKhan #DunkiAdvanceBookings #BurjKhalifa pic.twitter.com/eVcAm0wt3h — Shah Rukh Khan Universe Fan Club (@SRKUniverse) December 19, 2023

#2 Clicks - HQ: Some Glimpses of of Shah Rukh Khan from Dubai ✈️@iamsrk @RajkumarHirani @RedChilliesEnt#Dunki #ShahRukhKhan #SRK#DunkiAdvanceBookings #DunkiAgainstAllOdds #DunkiTakeOverInDubai pic.twitter.com/xeBlwP29tK — Shah Rukh Khan Universe Fan Club (@SRKUniverse) December 19, 2023

#1 Clicks - HQ: Some Glimpses of of Shah Rukh Khan from Dubai ✈️@iamsrk @RajkumarHirani @RedChilliesEnt#Dunki #ShahRukhKhan #SRK#DunkiAdvanceBookings #DunkiAgainstAllOdds #DunkiTakeOverInDubai pic.twitter.com/2S8rOBvZGX — Shah Rukh Khan Universe Fan Club (@SRKUniverse) December 19, 2023

SRK takes a boat ride to greet all the FANs gathered at Burj Khalifa❤️‍????✈️@iamsrk @RajkumarHirani @RedChilliesEnt#Dunki #ShahRukhKhan #SRK#DunkiAdvanceBookings #DunkiAgainstAllOdds #DunkiTakeOverInDubai pic.twitter.com/5h1YHPj72T — Shah Rukh Khan Universe Fan Club (@SRKUniverse) December 19, 2023

Kickstarting the promotional journey from Dubai, SRK is taking over the city with his charm. He visited VOX Cinemas Dubai where received a grand welcome from the people on the Dunki Day 1 promotions. SRK also visited the Global Village and was seen spreading his charm. Adding to the excitement, the makers unveiled Dunki Diaries where SRK Rajkumar Hirani and Taapsee Pannu are seen in a candid conversation amping up excitement a notch higher the audience.

Dunki features Boman Irani, Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, Vikram Kochhar, and Anil Grover, along with Shah Rukh Khan. A JIO Studios, Red Chillies Entertainment, and Rajkumar Hirani Films presentation, produced by Rajkumar Hirani and Gauri Khan Written by Abhijat Joshi, Rajkumar Hirani, and Kanika Dhillon, Dunki is slated to release on December 2023. ALSO READ: Dunki: Here’s how Shah Rukh Khan and Vicky Kaushal discussed Katrina Kaif on the sets of their film

Even with the polarizing reactions to Ranbir Kapoor starrer Animal, it continues to be a favourite in cinemas and has become a global box office success. Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal is set to become a franchise. While the film’s sequel Animal Park was teased in the post-credits of the film, Vanga and producer Bhushan Kumar of T-Series have announced the sequel which is now titled Animal Park.

The post on Tuesday read, “It’s a partnership built on trust, fueled by creative freedom, and fortified by an unbreakable bond. Producer Bhushan Kumar and Director #SandeepReddyVanga unveil the next cinematic wonders—Prabhas’ Spirit, Animal Park, and an Allu Arjun saga—the chapters that follow the monumental success of Kabir Singh and #Animal.”

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Talking about the partnership with Kumar, Vanga said, “The kind of freedom he gives in terms of my creativity and the liberty to choose any song makes me feel at home at T-Series, and there is nothing more than that a director needs.” The director said that the producer wasn’t worried about the budget and did not interfere during the shoot of the film. He added, “I realized after the movie was made that we never discussed the budget,” he was quoted by Indian Express.

In the post-credits scene, Animal character Aziz, who is a butcher, will avenge the death of his brother Abrar (Bobby Deol) and now looks like Ranvijay (Ranbir Kapoor) after plastic surgery. He goes on rampant killing in the scene before the curtain closes.

In India, Animal has collected Rs. 519.64 crores. The film also stars Anil Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and Triptii Dimri. It was released in theatres on December 1, 2023. ALSO READ: Animal actor Bobby Deol reveals that he felt ‘disgusted’ when he kicked off the role of Abrar; says, “I was feeling so icky”