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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.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) 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...

Mumbai's real estate landscape is witnessing a fascinating shift, with Bollywood stars increasingly turning their attention to commercial investments over residential ones. The latest to join this trend is Amitabh Bachchan, who has reportedly secured a lucrative deal by renting out four commercial units in Mumbai's Oshiwara district for a staggering Rs. 2.07 crores per year. These units, spanning approximately 10,000 square feet, have been leased to Warner Music India Limited for a five-year term, as reported by The Economic Times and Moneycontrol. Bachchan's lease agreement with Warner Music includes a three-year lock-in period and access to 12 parking slots. This strategic move follows Bachchan's insightful purchase of these spaces in August 2023, each valued at a hefty Rs. 7.18 crores. The rent structure itself is designed for incremental growth, with the initial rate set at Rs. 170 per square foot per month for the first three years, as per The Economic Times. Thi...

Shah Rukh Khan starrer Dunki has brought yet another glory to its name as it becomes the first Hindi film to be showcased in the grand hall of Le Grand Rex on Christmas evening where a huge queue of fans was witnessed outside the cinema hall. Le Grand Rex, the biggest cinema in Europe was seen fully drenched with the fervour of Dunki with a huge crowd of fans. The film has been receiving tremendous love from the audience overseas who are fondly connecting with the film and their love was well visible at the Le Grand Rex where a huge queue of fans was seen even outside the cinema hall. With this, Dunki became the first Hindi Bollywood film to be showcased in the grand hall of Le Grand Rex on Christmas Evening. The audience were cheering on the entry of SRK in the film and they were filled with emotions as they left the cinema halls. Interestingly, Salem Kali, the actor in Dunki (in the Iran Sniper sequence) also attended the show. HISTORIC : Huge queue for the DUNKI show in the grand ...

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...

Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone has become the brand ambassador of Hyundai, a Korean automaker. “We are thrilled to onboard the incredibly talented, global Indian icon Deepika Padukone as our brand ambassador. Her magnetic charm and illustrious career perfectly aligns with Hyundai Motor India's young and dynamic brand. Deepika's influence extends beyond the silver screen, resonating with a diverse audience, especially the vibrant youth,” said Hyundai Motor India Ltd COO Tarun Gang, as per a report by PTI. He further added, “Together with Deepika, we look forward to accelerating towards new horizons and creating a powerful narrative that inspires the next generation of automotive enthusiasts.” In addition to this, the company, in a statement, said, “Her association adds a touch of star power, emphasising Hyundai's commitment to style, performance and an unparalleled driving experience. Deepika Padukone's 16-year career in Indian cinema spans over 30 movies, includi...

Varun Dhawan is one of the most successful actors in the space of romantic comedies and the actor has won over the heart of the audience with Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania and Badrinath Ki Dulhania. Come 2024 and Varun is all set to be a Dulha again. According to our highly placed sources, Varun Dhawan is all set to reunite with director Shashank Khaitan for the third installment of the Dulhania franchise. "Varun, Shashank, and Karan Johar have discussed several ideas for Dulhania 3 and have finally locked one. The film is all set to go on floors at the end of 2024 and the makers have begun the hunt for a new actress to play Dulhania to Varun. There is a high chance for Karan and Varun to launch a fresh face with the new Dulhania film," a source told Bollywood Hungama exclusively. The Dulhania franchise is synonymous with Varun and Alia Bhatt, but this time around, the franchise is set to get a makeover with a new actress coming on board. "The film will go on floors by the...

Having hit the bull's eye at the box office, Gadar 2 went beyond being just a film. Adored by the masses, this blockbuster received record-breaking success at the box office, reigniting emotions of patriotism. After its blockbuster success in theatres, Gadar 2 is set to captivate audiences on Zee TV at 12 noon and 9 pm on December 31, 2023. Aparna Bhosle, Chief Cluster Officer, Zee TV said, “Following its tremendous box office success, Gadar 2 is set to premiere on Zee TV as a New Year’s Eve delight for our viewers. The film’s enduring appeal lies in the strong emotions it stirs, making it more than just a movie but a testament to the power of impactful storytelling.” Starring Sunny Deol, Ameesha Patel, Utkarsh Sharma, and Simrat Kaur, the movie is a continuation of the 2001 blockbuster film Gadar. While the prequel focused on the romantic tale of Tara Singh, the prequel revolves around his son being stranded in Pakistan where he finds his ladylove. The plot unfolds as Tara Sing...

Bollywood actress Preity Zinta took to Instagram to extend warm birthday wishes to her dear friend and Bollywood actor Salman Khan. Sharing a candid and heartwarming picture of herself embracing Salman Khan, Preity expressed her desire to see him happy, smiling, and shining on his special day. In the shared snapshot, the camaraderie between Preity Zinta and Salman Khan is evident as they share a warm hug, capturing a moment of genuine friendship. The affectionate gesture in the photograph reflected the bond they share beyond the glitz and glamour of the film industry. Accompanying the picture, Preity Zinta's caption conveyed her heartfelt wishes to Salman Khan on his birthday. She wrote, “Happy Birthday my darling @beingsalmankhan Always wanna see you happy, smiling & shining. Since I’m not there to give you ur birthday Jaadu ki jhappi, this photo will do the job. #happybirthday #friendsforever #ting.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Preity G Zinta (@r...

Isha Koppikar, who is known as the ‘Khallas’ girl of Bollywood, is hardly seen on the screen but the actress is busy focusing on her entrepreneurial ventures. However, her life continues to be in limelight as fans are always eager to see her on the screen. Now reports have it that the actress is undergoing a challenging time in her personal life as she is parting ways with her hotelier husband Timmy Narang. While neither the actress nor her husband has released an official statement, a source confirmed to ETimes regarding the separation and also mentioned that Isha Koppikar has walked out of Timmy’s home along with the couple’s nine-year-old daughter Rianna. The source was quoted saying, “The couple parted ways due to compatibility issues, which cropped up a while ago. They tried every bit to save the marriage but didn’t succeed. Isha has moved out of the house and is living separately with their daughter.” On the other hand, we hear that the portal contacted the actress but neither ...

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 wit...

News about Triptii Dimri’s casting opposite Kartik Aaryan in producer Mukesh Bhatt’s Aashiqui 3 came out yesterday. But when this writer asked Mukesh Bhatt about the casting closure his response was vehement. He said, “Rubbish! This is absolutely false. I have made it very clear that we are not casting until the script and the music are ready. But everyone wants to cash in on my popular Aashiqui franchise. This is unacceptable. I haven’t even met this lady.” Mukesh Bhatt wants to make it clear once and for all that Aashiqui 3 is not happening until he is happy with the music. “The only name that has been finalized is Kartik Aaryan. Kartik and the music are the stars of Aashiqui 3. The rest will happen after we get the music in place, not before,” added the producer. The first film in the Aashiqui franchise released in 1990 and it launched Rahul Roy and Anu Agarwal. It was directed by Mahesh Bhatt. The movie became a runaway musical hit and the two debutants became household names...

News about Triptii Dimri’s casting opposite Kartik Aaryan in producer Mukesh Bhatt’s Aashiqui 3 came out yesterday. But when this writer asked Mukesh Bhatt about the casting closure his response was vehement. He said, “Rubbish! This is absolutely false. I have made it very clear that we are not casting until the script and the music are ready. But everyone wants to cash in on my popular Aashiqui franchise. This is unacceptable. I haven’t even met this lady.” Mukesh Bhatt wants to make it clear once and for all that Aashiqui 3 is not happening until he is happy with the music. “The only name that has been finalized is Kartik Aaryan. Kartik and the music are the stars of Aashiqui 3. The rest will happen after we get the music in place, not before,” added the producer. The first film in the Aashiqui franchise released in 1990 and it launched Rahul Roy and Anu Agarwal. It was directed by Mahesh Bhatt. The movie became a runaway musical hit and the two debutants became household names...

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 ...

Triptii Dimri was a known person on the Indian OTT space before the release of the blockbuster Animal. But after the release of the Ranbir Kapoor starrer, she has not only gained popularity among the masses but also became the new national crush. The actress played Zoya in Animal and she got a chance to act with Ranbir in several scenes. Now, Triptii has another feather in her cap in the form of a keenly awaited project. Bollywood Hungama has learnt that she has been signed in the upcoming romantic drama Aashiqui 3 opposite Kartik Aaryan. The film will be directed by Anurag Basu. The search for the female lead in the third film of the Aashiqui franchise was on since quite a while. It has finally ended with Triptii’s selection. Bagging this film is indeed expected to be a milestone in her career. Aashiqui, the first film, released way back in 1990 and it starred two newcomers who became overnight sensations – Rahul Roy and Anu Agarwal. The film became an unexpected musical hit. The se...

Lately, conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar and Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez are making headlines for levelling serious allegations against each other. Sukesh, who earlier wrote love letters to Jacqueline from the jail, has now turned against her. It happened after Jacqueline moved the Delhi high court seeking direction to the superintendent of Mandoli prison and Delhi Police’s economic offences wing (EOW) to not allow the conman from issuing any letters, messages, or statements addressed to her directly or indirectly. Amid this, India Today has accessed messages sent by the conman to the actor. As per the report by the portal, Sukesh allegedly sent several messages to Jacqueline through WhatsApp, using a fake number, while he continued to be lodged in jail. The portal reported a message from Sukesh to Jacqueline, dated June 30, 2023, which read, "Baby this month on 6th, we have a court date and if you are produced by VC please wear a black kurta or wear anything in black, so ...

KHO GAYE HUM KAHAN is the story of three friends. Imaad Ali (Siddhant Chaturvedi) is a stand-up comic with a dark past. He lives in Mumbai with his close friend, Ahana Singh (Ananya Panday), an MBA graduate and a working professional. Both are best friends with Neil Pereira (Adarsh Gourav), a gym trainer. Ahana is dating Rohan Bhatia (Rohan Gurbaxani) since three years. She wants to marry him but Rohan is not ready and he decides to take a break from the relationship. A distraught Ahana tries her best to get back to Rohan. When nothing works, she decides to resort to social media. Neil is having a fling with Lala (Anya Singh), an attractive fashion influencer. Neil is serious about her but she doesn’t want the world to know that they are seeing each other. Imaad, meanwhile, is a serial dating addict with commitment issues. He meets Simran Kohli (Kalki Koechlin), who’s older than her. Yet, both connect and get serious about each other. Meanwhile, Neil dreams of owning a premium gym wher...

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 papa...

In a recent conversation, Pranay Reddy Vanga, the co-producer of the highly successful film Animal, shed light on a common practice in Bollywood – Corporate Bookings. While discussing the film’s exceptional performance, Pranay exposed the prevalent trend of inflating box office numbers through corporate bookings, a practice that Animal refrained from. In an interview with iDream Media, Pranay Reddy Vanga addressed the accuracy of the reported numbers for Animal, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna. He emphasized the film's commitment to transparency by not engaging in the widespread industry trend of corporate bookings, a strategy often employed to artificially boost box office figures. Pranay stated, “The numbers announced for Animal are accurate numbers. Usually in Bollywood, they have a trend of corporate bookings which we haven’t done. Animal is yet to touch Rs 1000 crore mark.” This candid revelation provides insight into the mechanisms used by some filmmakers and pr...

In a heartwarming Christmas celebration, Bollywood power couple Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt decided to share a special gift with their fans – the first glimpse of their daughter Raha. The couple, who have been adept at keeping their daughter's face away from the media glare since her birth, chose the festive occasion to introduce their adorable little one to the world. Raha, the spitting image of her late grandfather, Rishi Kapoor, stole hearts in a charming white and pink dress paired with red velvet shoes. Alia radiated joy in a floral black dress, while Ranbir exuded cool dad vibes in a black jacket paired with dark jeans. The trio made for a picture-perfect family as they embraced the Christmas spirit. Breaking away from their usual privacy regarding their daughter, Ranbir and Alia smiled warmly as they proudly presented Raha to the paparazzi. The reveal delighted fans and followers who had eagerly awaited a glimpse of the couple's precious addition to their family.   ...

With strong word of mouth, Rajkumar Hirani and SRK’s Dunki has emerged as the first choice of family audiences and is spreading its magic with every coming day. The film is gardening tremendous love from all across. With super strong word of mouth, the film looks poised for a great round of collections this weekend and also during the upcoming holiday season. Due to its family-friendly and feel-good content, The film has further strengthened its position on Saturday as compared to Friday. It's indeed great growth for a film of a non-action genre, something which the audiences are witnessing after a long time. Dunki has brilliantly shown an upward trend in its collection at the box office. With amazing word of mouth, the film showed amazing growth and the family audience loves the film and people of all age groups are flocking to the theaters in abundance. Dunki is going to enjoy further growth in the coming days. Dunki features an ensemble cast, with colorful characters portrayed...

As Shah Rukh Khan starrer Dunki continues to make waves on the silver screen, its resonant narrative and compelling portrayal of the plight of illegal immigrants have garnered significant attention. Today, a special screening of the film is set to take place at none other than Rashtrapati Bhavan, Delhi, adding a touch of prestige and recognition to Rajkumar Hirani's creation. Dunki, directed by the acclaimed Rajkumar Hirani, has struck a chord with audiences for its heartwarming story, impactful themes, and stellar ensemble cast. The film, presenting the struggles of illegal immigrants and their unwavering love for the nation, has been deemed a must-watch for audiences of all ages. The decision to host a special screening at Rashtrapati Bhavan underscored the film's relevance to contemporary issues and its potential to resonate with influential authorities. The subject of Dunki, delving into the challenges faced by illegal immigrants and the conditions they encounter abroad, ...

Last appeared in Bloody Daddy, fans of Shahid Kapoor cannot wait to see him in the next lineup of interesting films. After he will be seen in the role of a scientist in the untitled romantic drama with Kriti Sanon, the Ishq Vishk star will also be seen exploring the action genre, quite extensively, in Deva. Featuring Pooja Hegde as the leading lady, the movie which was announced a few months ago has already wrapped up its first schedule. Producers Roy Kapur Films expressed their happiness of completely one schedule before kicking off the holiday season and New Years on social media. The post featured a photo of a gun with bullets emptied around it and it read, ‘Deva First Schedule Done and Dusted’. “And it’s a wrap for #DEVA schedule one. See you in 2024!” they captioned and also tagged the entire team of the film including Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde. And it’s a wrap for #DEVA schedule one. See you in 2024! ????@shahidkapoor @hegdepooja @pavailkgulati #RosshanAndrrews @shariqpatel...

In a strategic move, film producer Boney Kapoor, along with his daughters Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor, has made headlines by selling four of their upscale apartments in Mumbai's coveted Andheri suburbs. The prime real estate, situated in the posh Lokhandwala Complex of Andheri, fetched the Kapoor trio an impressive total of Rs 12 crore. The first set of transactions, involving two flats on the first floor of a building in Lokhandwala Complex, were sealed for Rs 6.02 crore. The deal, registered on November 2, 2023, spans a collective area of 1870 sq ft and includes an open car parking space. The fortunate buyers, Siddharth Narayan and Anju Narayan, secured their new residences as part of this lucrative agreement. This lucrative move comes after their noteworthy purchase of a duplex apartment in Bandra for a staggering Rs 65 crore in 2022. Meanwhile, on the work front, Janhvi Kapoor will be seen in some of the biggest films, which include Mr. & Mrs. Mahi and the much-...

SALAAR: PART 1 – CEASEFIRE is the story of a fearless man. The year is 2017. Aadhya (Shruti Haasan) arrives on a fake passport in India after hiding in the USA for almost 7 years. Aadhya keeps her father Krishnakant in the dark about her decision to land in Varanasi. Krishnakant’s enemies, however, get to know and they station their men outside Varanasi airport. They attempt to kidnap Adhya; on the other hand, Krishnakant asks Bilal (Mime Gopi) for help. Bilal smartly gets Adhya out of their clutches and takes her to Tinsukia, Assam. Here, he tells Deva (Prabhas) to take care of her. Prabhas’ mother (Easwari Rao), a strict headmaster of a school, has no idea about the danger to Adhya’s life. The mother employs Adhya as an English teacher in her school. Sadly, the plan is foiled as Krishnakant’s enemies find out about Adhya’s location. Meanwhile, from Kandla Port, a consignment with a prestigious seal is on its way to Burma. The men are told to go via Tinsukia and kidnap Aadhya. They do...

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 Homba...

DUNKI is the story of four youths trying to fly abroad for a better life. The year is 1995. Army officer Hardayal Singh Dhillon aka Hardy (Shah Rukh Khan) arrives in Laltu, Punjab to meet Mahendar, who saved his life. He reaches his house and finds out that Mahendar is no more.  Mahendar lost a golden opportunity in sports while trying to save Hardy and then passed away in an accident. Hardy takes it upon himself to help Mahendar's family. Mahendar's sister Manu (Taapsee Pannu) asks Hardy to help her with wrestling. This is because she wants to go to the UK to earn and win back her house that her father had lost due to non-payment of a loan. An agent has assured her that she can be sent on a sports visa and hence, she wants to learn the basic techniques of a sport. Hardy teaches her wrestling. However, the agent usurps money from Manu, Balli Kakkad (Anil Grover), Buggu Lakhanpal (Vikram Kochhar), and others and runs away. With no other option, Manu, Balli, and Buggu approach Ge...

DUNKI is the story of four youths trying to fly abroad for a better life. The year is 1995. Army officer Hardayal Singh Dhillon aka Hardy (Shah Rukh Khan) arrives in Laltu, Punjab to meet Mahendar, who saved his life. He reaches his house and finds out that Mahendar is no more.  Mahendar lost a golden opportunity in sports while trying to save Hardy and then passed away in an accident. Hardy takes it upon himself to help Mahendar's family. Mahendar's sister Manu (Taapsee Pannu) asks Hardy to help her with wrestling. This is because she wants to go to the UK to earn and win back her house that her father had lost due to non-payment of a loan. An agent has assured her that she can be sent on a sports visa and hence, she wants to learn the basic techniques of a sport. Hardy teaches her wrestling. However, the agent usurps money from Manu, Balli Kakkad (Anil Grover), Buggu Lakhanpal (Vikram Kochhar), and others and runs away. With no other option, Manu, Balli, and Buggu approach Ge...

Shaan's melody for Shah Rukh Khan's Dunki has hit a sour note. The singer confirmed his song's removal from the Rajkumar Hirani directorial. For the unversed, earlier this year, in May, Shaan confirmed singing a romantic track. However, the song, titled 'Durr Kahi Durr,' did not make it to the final cut.  Speaking of the same, on the day of the release of Dunki, that is today, Shaan took to his X and shared his thoughts on the matter. “I just want to clear the air about why my song was not part of the film .. the song, a beautiful breezy duet ( with  @shreyaghoshal ) “Durr kahi Durr” was recorded and also picturised in Kashmir,” read an excerpt of his tweet.  He went on to explain that on the edit table, it was filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani’s call to drop the song “after a lot of contemplation.” Shaan also cleared that the director was “very transparent” to him when the decision was taken. He concluded by adding, “I really appreciate that.. and I fully understand that...

AQUAMAN AND THE LOST KINGDOM is the story of a man teaming up with his half-brother for a greater cause. Arthur Curry aka Aquaman (Jason Momoa) is married to Mera (Amber Heard) and are proud parents to a baby boy. Arthur is finding it difficult to fulfil his duties as a king. He wants Atlantis to establish contact with the surface world as the sea residents get sick due to pollution. But Lady Karshon (Indya Moore) rejects this idea. She also has reservations about Aquaman not being around half of the time. Meanwhile, David Kane (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II) has teamed up with Dr Stephen Shin (Randall Park) and their expedition takes them to the farthest corner of the Earth. There, David finds a trident. The trident, belonging to an evil force, possesses David and he suddenly gets knowledge of a lot of Atlantean secrets. David takes Dr Shin and his team's help in extracting Orichalcum, a substance that fuels ancient technology but which also can cause catastrophe on the planet. While Davi...

In the latest development to the deepfake case related to Animal actress Rashmika Mandanna, Delhi Police has tracked down four suspects. For unversed, the actress fell prey to a deepfake video which was widely circulated video in which her face was morphed into the face of a social media content creator. While the search for the main suspect is underway, the four suspects are alleged unloaders of the video. The ANI tweet on Wednesday morning read, “Delhi Police say it has tracked down four suspects, who turned out to be uploaders, not the creators, involved in the case of deep fake profiles of actor Rashmika Mandana. Police are looking are the key conspirator in the case.” Earlier in November 2023, Rashmika took to X (formerly Twitter) to express her feelings, stating, “I feel really hurt to share this and have to talk about the deepfake video of me being spread online. Something like this is honestly, extremely scary not only for me, but also for each one of us who today is vulnerab...

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.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by T-Series (@tseries.official) 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 f...

With Dhak Dhak, fans witnessed Sanjana Sanghi riding a bullet to reach Khardung La. While praises for Sanjana Sanghi's performance as Manjari have not stopped, the actress shares another special update about the film. So, are you all ready for a Dhak Dhak sequel? The Kadak Singh actress recently took to her social media and shared, "SPECIAL NEWS: The #DhakDhakSequel / My darling Manjari—she has a curious heart, eyes brimming with hope, and love for the world. She doesn’t mistake liberation for rebellion; she revels in her innocence, believing the world is equally so." Sanghi further added, "Content in her protected world in Mathura, she is eager to experience more. She’s the best friend everyone wants in their life—solid, supportive, objective. Excited to share that the gang’s journey doesn’t end in #KharduaLa, as we are bringing you the SEQUEL / Are you ready to join us on another extraordinary ride? #DhakDhak2."   View this post on Instagram   A post shar...

The 2023 Telugu film Baby, directed by Sai Rajesh Neelam, broke all box office records. A quirky love story featuring semi-newcomers, Baby made at an estimated budget of Rs. 15 crores. It has so far made almost Rs. 100 crores at the box office, making it one of the biggest small-budget money-spinners of all times. And now, Baby is on the verge of being remade in Hindi. When this writer contacted the film’s producer Sreenivasa Kumar Naidu, known in the Telugu industry as SKN, he was over the moon. He said, “Yes sir, Baby is going to be remade into Hindi. Not only Hindi, but also Tamil. In both languages, the star cast will be fresh, if not newcomers, then semi-newcomers. The USP of Baby was the underexposed cast. Both Anand Deverakonda and Vaishnavi Chaitanya were relatively unknown faces. They had done films before. But Anand was known as Vijay Deverakonda’s brother and Vaishnavi’s work was unrecognized. We want unexposed faces in Hindi remake, although let me tell you, some of the bi...

Earlier this week, as news reports were abuzz with details of yesteryear actress Tanuja being hospitalized These reports suggested that she was taken to a suburban hospital in Mumbai due to age-related ailments. Now, the latest update is that the star is currently recouping well. And if all is well, she will also be discharged soon. For the unversed, Tanuja is also the mother of Bollywood star Kajol and actress Tanisha Mukerji. News reports suggested that Tanuja was admitted in the ICU aka Intensive Care Unit after she complained a few ailments. She was undergoing treatment for the same, and sources close to the hospital have confirmed that she is responding well and should even be returning home soon. In fact, a source was quoted telling ETimes, "She is much better and will be discharged in a day or two.” While fans were concerned about her health after reports of her being hospitalized started doing the rounds, the sources did assert that it wasn’t something to worry about. Be...

Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh has been immortalized by Madame Tussauds. The figure was originally announced in 2019 when the actor received the Madame Tussauds of the Future Award at the IIFAs – the International Indian Film Academy – where it was revealed that he would be joining the star-studded attraction. Fans have been eagerly awaiting the launch of the figure ever since and today’s news confirms the arrival of not just one but two new figures of the global superstar. Recently honoured with the esteemed Yusr Award at the Red Sea International Film Festival, Singh is a 5-time Filmfare Award winner, a recipient of 3 IIFA Awards, and has been honoured at international events like the Marrakech International Film Festival and The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. Regularly featured on the Nation’s Most Influential and Powerful Lists, 2022 saw him emerge as the leading Indian celebrity figure with a staggering brand valuation of $181.7 million, surpassing other prominent figures in f...

The year 2023 is going to end with a bang, thanks to the releases of Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Dunki and Prabhas-starrer Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire. And now, the birthday bash of Anand Pandit has added to the excitement. It’s already become a talking point in the industry circles as it’s going to be a grand bash, probably the biggest of the year. Bollywood Hungama reported last week that Amitabh Bachchan, Vishal-Shekhar and Sonu Nigam have confirmed their participation. Now, it has come to light that some of the biggest names of Bollywood will also make their presence felt at this bash. As per reports, Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Akshay Kumar, Ajay Devgn, Hrithik Roshan, Abhishek Bachchan, Kartik Aaryan, Tiger Shroff, etc, are expected to be a part of the 60th birthday party of Anand Pandit. It’ll be held on Thursday, December 21, incidentally, the same day that Dunki releases. The party will be held at Hotel Tulip Star, Juhu, Mumbai where ...

Veteran actress Tanuja, mother of actresses Kajol and Tanisha Mukerji, has been admitted to the hospital due to age-related issues. The 80-year-old actress was admitted to ICU at a Juhu hospital in Mumbai. According to a report in PTI, a source revealed, “She is under observation. She is doing well. There's nothing to worry about.” Tanuja, a seasoned actress in Bollywood, embarked on her acting journey in the 1960s. Renowned for her naturalistic performances, Tanuja effortlessly transitioned between lead and character roles. Tanuja made her acting debut with the Bengali film Balika Badhu in 1967. She made her Hindi film debut in the same year with Chhabili. Her notable works include Haathi Mere Saathi, Anubhav, Mere Jeevan Saathi and Jewel Thief. She won the Filmfare Best Supporting Actress Award for her role in Paisa Ya Pyar (1969). The recipient of prestigious awards, including the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award, Tanuja's cinematic legacy extends beyond her family...

With four days left until the grand release of the Shah Rukh Khan starrer Dunki on December 21, 2023, the excitement and buzz amongst the fans and the audiences is growing with each moment. The fans and the audiences are waiting to witness the combination of SRK and Rajkumar Hirani on screen for the first time. Several fan clubs across the nation and the audiences around the globe have begun the preparations to watch the Shah Rukh Khan-fronted film on Day 1 on the first show. Amongst the massive fan clubs of SRK, the one in Chhattisgarh named Team Shah Rukh Khan is in full force to make the Dunki release day a festival and has begun preparing for the film in advance. The fan club has booked an entire auditorium to watch the film with their entire fan club on Day 1, and they shared a glimpse of the advance booking on social media. Following the ticket booking, the fans cut the cake at the cinema venue and celebrated the film’s release with the audience. The video shared by the fan clu...

Rajkumar Hirani's much-anticipated film, Dunki, starring Shah Rukh Khan and a brilliant ensemble cast is nearing its release. Following the intriguing Dunki Drop 4: The Trailer, viewers are eagerly anticipating the film that promises an array of emotions. This fervour is evident in the bookings for Dunki, which have set records by surpassing Rs 2 crores in gross for the opening day in India. And now after the first show Of Jawan and Pathaan, Dunki gets its first ever 5:55 AM show. The film is set to release worldwide on 21 December 2023, and SRK Universe has organized special shows of Dunki on over 1000 screens worldwide, which is a record for any Hindi film star. Shah Rukh Khan’s biggest fan club SRK Universe held the first ever 9 am show for Pathaan at Mumbai’s iconic Gaiety cinema. They followed it with the first ever 6 am show for Jawan at the same iconic cinema. Now with SRK’s latest release Dunki, fans have created a new record with the magical number 5:55 am show at Gaiety...

Actor Aayush Sharma's luxury car was involved in an accident at Khar Gym Khana, Mumbai. While Aayush himself was not present in the vehicle at the time, the incident has raised concerns about safety on the city streets, particularly people driving under the influence of alcohol. According to a report by Zoom, Aayush's driver was on his way to a fuel station when the collision occurred. A drunk driver in another vehicle unexpectedly rammed into Aayush's car, causing significant damage. Fortunately, Aayush's driver escaped the incident unharmed. The actor has not yet responded to the news of the accident. Speaking of the professional front, Aayush Sharma made his Bollywood debut in 2018 with the romantic drama Loveyatri. He then went on to star alongside Salman Khan in the action thriller Antim: The Final Truth. Aayush currently has the film Ruslaan lined up for release in 2024. Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Aayush Sharma and Aisha Sharma to sizzle in a new music video, filmi...

Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan's son AbRam’s performance at Dhirubhai Ambani International School's annual day event has become the talk of the town. For the unversed, during his skit, AbRam struck Shah Rukh's signature open-arms pose. The event was held on Friday in Mumbai. The video of the same has gone viral on the internet. AbRam Khan is seen in a Medieval-inspired outfit. When he told his fellow performers, “Give me a hug, I love hugs,” and struck the iconic Shah Rukh pose, the tune of 'Dilwale Dulhaniya Jayenge' played in the background. Having said that, it is worth mentioning here that Shah Rukh along with Gauri and daughter Suhana attended the event, An Instagram user called him “Next Baadshah” while another commented, “AbRam looks exactly like SRK.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Bollywood Hungama???? (@realbollywoodhungama) Coming to the professional front, the 57-year-old actor is currently awaiting the release of Dunki. Helmed by ...

Team of actor Sunny Singh’s upcoming neo-noir comic tragedy Risky Romeo wrapped its filming after a marathon shoot of one and a half months in Kolkata, the makers announced on Saturday December 15. The film is written and directed by Abir Sengupta, who had previously directed Kiara Advani starrer Indoo Ki Jawani and produced Radhika Apte starrer Mrs. Undercover. Risky Romeo, also co-starring Kriti Kharbanda, was announced earlier this year Actor Sunny Singh said he feels “extremely fulfilled” wrapping up the shoot and credited Risky Romeo for offering him a character that had never come his way before. Sunny said in a statement, “I usually do not get offered characters like this and only when I started shooting I realised what Abir had seen in me and offered me such a different character. The genre of this film is completely unexplored in our industry and it’s a bold step towards showcasing emotions in a very different way. And the city that Abir has chosen to film Risky Romeo is ad...