Shaheer Sheikh, Hiba Nawab starrer Woh Toh Hai Albela to go off air

Shaheer Sheikh and Hiba Nawab starrer Woh Toh Hai Albela, that currently airs on Star Bharat, received a lot of love from audiences especially for exploring a unique pairing. But it seems that the couple have failed to garner TRPs and now reports claim that the show is all set to go off air. Being the official remake of the Tamil show, Eeramana Rojave, currently this Hindi serial has completed over 350 episodes.

We hear that the channel Star Bharat has decided to axe Woh Toh Hai Albela after the show has been garnering low TRPs. Although the lead couple received a lot of appreciation when they showcased them falling in love, the several plot twists and turns that the makers have introduced lately seems to have not been received well by the audience. If these reports are to be believed, the final day of the shoot will be this month and the show is expected to go off air by mid-July. Although neither the producers nor the actors of the serial have opened about this decision.

As for the show, it primarily focuses on the post marital tribulations of Kanha and Sayuri who are caught together in a forced relationship after the demise of Sayuri’s fiancé and Kanha’s best friend and brother Chiranjeev and Chiru. The show currently focuses on the new vamp Chaman Bahar essayed by Priyamvada Kant, who is obsessed with Kanha aka Shaheer Sheikh. Currently, the Choudhary family is trying ways to get back their property from Priyamvada who has deceitfully forged papers to acquire their mansion and live a wealthy lifestyle. The family has been attempting to woo her and get her sign the papers of retrieve their properties and wealth.

Woh Toh Hai Albela airs on Star Bharat from Monday to Friday at 9 pm and is also available for streaming on Disney+Hotstar.

Also Read: Shaheer Sheikh shows off his entire 3-month body transformation in this reel; fans cannot stop gushing about this video

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Vaani Kapoor is the face of Cruise Appliances for its new VarioQool Ultra AC’s

Bollywood’s most gorgeous actress, Vaani Kapoor has recently been roped in by India’s premium air conditioner brand, Cruise as the face of its all-new cutting edge VarioQool Ultra AC range. There is no doubt that the charm the Befikre actress carries will appeal to Cruise’s modern consumers lifestyle’s while the brand also offers them a faster and intelligent cooling experience. Ultimately, a larger community will be motivated by the new association to choose a top-notch trustworthy cooling system.

Speaking on this new partnership with Cruise, Actress Vaani Kapoor stated, “I am delighted to be the face of Cruise ACs. Representing such a brand that sticks to its commitment of providing the finest products is great and India's scorching summer can be made bearable with their new Inverter AC range. I cannot wait to witness more innovation from the company and be an even closer part of this journey.”

"After a lot of thinking and going through a plethora of names, Vaani Kapoor was chosen to become the face of Cruise ACs. As soon as her name came, we knew that this partnership would be perfect because she exemplifies the values we uphold: style, elegance, and diversity. Having enacted many different roles, she is well known for making daring decisions and has a strong broad appeal. On the other hand, in order to effectively cool your house, workplace, restaurant, or even a ballroom, our cooling systems also need to be bold in the summer heat and have a track record of doing so, hence, the brand and her personality resonate with each other rightly,” said Roshan Sirohia, Director, Cruise Appliances Pvt Ltd.

With an AI conversion capacity for up to 40% energy savings and 25% faster cooling, the newest generation of VarioQool Ultra DUAL EEV Inverter Air Conditioners is available in 1.6-ton and 2.0-ton capacities. The promise of comfortable cooling is kept by its AerPro filtration, which incorporates PM 2.5, VOC, activated charcoal, and catechin. Its 100% superior inner copper tubes and grooves, will make the air conditioner last longer and heat will transfer more quickly. Additionally, the Rust-O-Shield anti-corrosion technology of the heat exchanger protects the AC in corrosive and coastal areas and stops weather damage. Your home will be kept 99.9% clean, pure, and healthy with this AC. VarioQool Ultra’s prices start at INR 37,900, and one can buy it from Amazon, Flipkart, and major retailers all throughout India.

At the BARC Prestigious Brand Awards Asia 2023 in Abu Dhabi, Cruise Appliances was recently recognised as Asia's Best Consumer Electronics Brand. This recognition underlines its enthusiasm and dedication to providing top-notch solutions to the discerning clients of the Cruise group, and its most recent VarioQool Ultra and VarioQool Pro range is proof of the team’s enthusiasm for continuous innovation and sustainability.

On the other hand, Vaani Kapoor, who garnered a lot of love and praise for portraying a sensitive heroine in the movie Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui, has begun filming for her next project, a gritty crime drama on OTT from YRF Entertainment called Mandala Murders. Additionally, she has completed filming on an untitled social comedy-drama by Maddock. Each of them has been proving their calibre in their respective fields, hence, the Cruise group and Vaani Kapoor’s collaboration will definitely create a stride in both worlds.

Also Read: Vaani Kapoor is a shimmering siren in Emilio Pucci’s backless metallic gown

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Farzi fame Bhuvan Arora to star alongside Kartik Aryan in Kabir Khan’s next

Bollywood actor Bhuvan Arora won over the audiences with his exceptional work in the popular web series Farzi, which is streaming on Prime Video, and it also stars Shahid Kapoor. The actor is now gearing up for another big project that promises to be a milestone in his budding Bollywood career.

Bhuvan Arora has teamed up with the renowned director Kabir Khan, recognized for his exceptional storytelling and successful films, such as Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Ek Tha Tiger, and 83. Adding to the excitement, the movie is being backed by renowned producer Sajid Nadiadwala, increasing anticipation for the project. Sharing the screen with actor Kartik Aryan, Bhuvan Arora will showcase a fresh and unexplored persona.

On Wednesday, Bhuvan took to his Instagram account and shared the news along with pictures of him and Kabir Khan. Sharing the pictures, he captioned, “Embarking on a new journey with the one and only @kabirkhankk”

 

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Expressing his excitement for the upcoming project, Bhuvan Arora said, “I am very excited and happy to work with Kabir sir. I have always admired his films and the selection of stories he wants to tell. This one too is a very challenging film which requires a lot of prep work. The film is based on a true story with a larger-than-life canvas. I will also be seen in a new role that I have never played before.”

With both actors known for their ability to connect with audiences and deliver compelling performances, their on-screen chemistry is expected to be impressive. With Bhuvan Arora's undeniable talent, Kabir Khan's directorial finesse, and Kartik Aryan's appeal, we cannot wait to know more about this project.

Also Read: Bhuvan Arora opens up on his bond with Farzi co-star Shahid Kapoor; says, “He is like an elder brother to me now”

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EXCLUSIVE: Ankit Tiwari “jokes” he is not talented enough to do ‘Kaccha Badam’; says, “You tend to lose yourself in the trend”, watch

With numerous successful tracks to his name, including hits like ‘Galliyan’ from Ek Villain and ‘Sun Raha Hai’ from Aashiqui 2, Ankit Tiwari has established himself as a prominent figure in the music industry. His dedication to his craft and refusal to compromise his artistic integrity have earned him respect and admiration from both fans and fellow musicians.

In a conversation with Bollywood Hungama, Ankit Tiwari expressed his commitment to his own unique style and artistic abilities. While he acknowledged the influence of trends in the industry, he emphasised the importance of staying true to oneself and not succumbing to the pressure of following every popular trend.

During the interaction, the composer-singer was asked about something he cannot do, no matter how much it trends. In his response, he stated, "It has happened many times. But there are certain weird and terrible things that I can't do and won't do. It is not in me... Like I can't do 'Kaccha Badam'. I am incapable of doing it. No matter how much it trends.”

Explaining his take further, Tiwari added, “Many times, you tend to lose yourself in the trend. I don't think I have that much talent (laughs) to do something like that. Whatever talent I have, whatever I know, whatever I have learned from others, I will definitely use that to achieve what I can in my music, to contribute to it."

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Ankit Tiwari speaks on desire of collaborating with Shah Rukh Khan; says, “Shiddat aur kayanat chide hue hai”, watch

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Akshay Oberoi joins Shriya Pilgaonkar for season 2 of The Broken News

In exciting news for fans of the acclaimed series The Broken News, actor Akshay Oberoi has recently secured his next significant digital project. Oberoi is set to join the cast of the highly anticipated second season of The Broken News.

The season 1 plot revolved around two news channels having opposing principles that lead to a fierce rivalry; the dynamic journalists attempt to balance their lives while facing an uncertain future.

In the upcoming season, viewers can look forward to Akshay Oberoi's entry as a fresh addition to the already stellar line-up of actors. Oberoi's character will bring a new dimension to the narrative, further intensifying the drama and intrigue that captivated audiences during the first season. Joining Oberoi in the cast will be renowned names from the industry, including Sonali Bendre, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Shriya Pilgaonkar, among others.

Sharing more about Akshay’s addition to the cast, a source said, “Akshay Oberoi will soon be part of The Broken News season 2. There have not been many details of his character out yet, since it is in every initial stage. But the filmmakers were keen on casting Akshay for the part as he fits the roles.”

The shoot of the show, which is by ZEE5 in collaboration with BBC Studios India, will start soon. Akshay Oberoi is currently busy with Fighter, where he plays the role of an air force pilot. The film also features Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone as Indian Air Force pilots. It is slated for release on January 25, 2024. The film is said to be shot across the globe and will pay tribute to the sacrifice of the country’s armed forces.

Also Read: Akshay Oberoi talks about his experience of working with Sara Ali Khan in Gaslight; says, “Nobody around her can have a bad day”

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Season 3 of City of Dreams becomes the most watched season of the franchise after just 5 days of its launch

Filmmaker Nagesh Kukunoor is back with the third season of his political drama City of Dreams on Disney+ Hotstar. The new season, which started streaming on the platform from May 26, has continued the good work of the previous two seasons. And it is now learnt that the third season has become the most watched season of the show after just five days of its release. Disney+ Hotstar has also shared the news on their official social media pages.

The show stars Priya Bapat, Atul Kulkarni, Sachin Pilgaonkar, Eijaz Khan, Sushant Singh, Rannvijay Singha, among others. The story is basically about the power struggle between Poornima Gaikwad (Bapat), the acting Chief Minister of Maharashtra, and her father Ameya Rao Gaikwad (Kulkarni), a veteran politician. The series shows how the power feud in a single family has a negative effect on the state.

City of Dreams sees Pilgaonkar playing the former Chief Minister of the state while Khan essays the role of a tough cop, who is on Poornima’s side. Siddharth Chandekar played Poornima’s brother and Ameya Rao Gaikwad’s son, who gets killed in the first season.

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Atul Kulkarni recently shared his experience of working with Nagesh Kukunoor and Priya Bapat on the show. “I always enjoy working with Nagesh. He is a complete actor’s director. He guides you through the scene and it is a pleasure to work the scene out with him. I almost remember every day on-set, from the readings to the production of the scenes. I have a great equation with Priya, as we are extremely close friends off-screen too. Nagesh and Priya are the two people who really made every day special on sets,” said the actor.

Also Read: City of Dreams 3: Eijaz Khan opens up on how he prepared for his role as a cop, says, “I met some police officers at Carter Road”

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Carry On Jatta 3 trailer launch: Kapil Sharma touches Aamir Khan's feet; Aamir complains, "Aapne mujhe apne show pe nahin bulaya. Yeh galat baat hai"

Kapil Sharma has a fan following not just among the aam junta but also celebrities. The comedian has shot for his TV show The Kapil Sharma Show with innumerable celebrities. But one celeb has been conspicuous by his absence on the TV show - Aamir Khan. Hence, when both Aamir Khan and Kapil Sharma met at the trailer launch of the Punjabi film Carry On Jatta 3, it was a rare sight. Kapil also touched Aamir's feet and it added to the event's appeal.

Aamir Khan spoke highly of Kapil Sharma, "I called Kapil just 2-3 weeks back. Main aaj kal kaam kam kar raha hoon. Family ke saath zyada hoon. Every night, I like seeing comedy before going to sleep. Since the past many months, I see Kapil's show. I have become his huge fan. You must have noticed that my smile was the widest when he came on stage! Meri itni shaamon ko inhone rangeen banaya hai. Hence, I called and thanked him for entertaining people. Logon ka dil behlana bahut bada kaam hai. I am happy to see you here. I am one of your biggest fans, Kapil."

 

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Aamir Khan then complained in a lighter vein, "Aapne mujhe show pe nahin bulaya. Yeh galat baat hai!" He continued, "Isse pehle ki yeh puche, main hi bol deta hoon. Kapil se ek kadam aage hoon main!"

Kapil Sharma replied, "Hamara saubhagya hoga jab aap show pe aaoge. I have requested Aamir bhai whenever we have met. He has always said, 'Main kahin ja raha hoon. Wapis aake baat karte hai'. Cut to, yeh seedha teen saal baad milte hai!"

Aamir replied, "Main 100% aaunga lekin main ek cheez bolta hoon. Aap mujhe meri film release ke time bulate hai. Mujhe release ke liye nahin aana hai. Mujhe aise hi entertainment ke liye bulao."

Later, a journalist asked if Aamir Khan would like to do a film with Kapil Sharma. To which, Aamir said, "Kapil and me doing a film together? I would love that yaar!"

The journalist said that it'll be a pleasure to see them both as Aamir is a perfectionist while Kapil Sharma is "sabke dil ke raja". Aamir pitched in, "Mere bhi dil ke raja hai woh!" Kapil Sharma then raised laughs as he told the journalist, "Thank you mere kehne par aapne yeh sawaal pucha!"

Also Read: Carry On Jatta 3 trailer launch: Aamir Khan BREAKS silence on whether he has signed a film; gets honoured at the event: "Yeh hamare desh ke dharohar hai"

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Ranveer Singh signs with international agency WME, home to Ben Affleck, Christian Bale, Jake Gyllenhaal

Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh has signed with the international agency William Morris Endeavor (WME) in all areas globally. The news was reported by Deadline. The agency is home to Ben Affleck, Christian Bale, and Jake Gyllenhaal among others. In 2021, Alia Bhatt signed with the same agency.

The report states that Ranveer Singh has a brand value of $181.7 million. He is also a brand ambassador for many major brands including the NBA (appearing in the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game in 2022 and 2023), Adidas, PepsiCo, and Abu Dabhi’s Yas Island.

On the work front, Ranveer Singh was last seen in Rohit Shetty's Cirkus. The actor will now star in Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. The film also stars Alia Bhatt, Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan and Shabana Azmi. The film is slated for July 28, 2023 release. ALSO READ: Ranveer Singh steals hearts in first look of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani

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Carry On Jatta 3 trailer launch: Kapil Sharma touches Aamir Khan's feet; Aamir complains, "Aapne mujhe apne show pe nahin bulaya. Yeh galat baat hai"

Kapil Sharma has a fan following not just among the aam junta but also celebrities. The comedian has shot for his TV show The Kapil Sharma Show with innumerable celebrities. But one celeb has been conspicuous by his absence on the TV show - Aamir Khan. Hence, when both Aamir Khan and Kapil Sharma met at the trailer launch of the Punjabi film Carry On Jatta 3, it was a rare sight. Kapil also touched Aamir's feet and it added to the event's appeal.

Aamir Khan spoke highly of Kapil Sharma, "I called Kapil just 2-3 weeks back. Main aaj kal kaam kam kar raha hoon. Family ke saath zyada hoon. Every night, I like seeing comedy before going to sleep. Since the past many months, I see Kapil's show. I have become his huge fan. You must have noticed that my smile was the widest when he came on stage! Meri itni shaamon ko inhone rangeen banaya hai. Hence, I called and thanked him for entertaining people. Logon ka dil behlana bahut bada kaam hai. I am happy to see you here. I am one of your biggest fans, Kapil."

 

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Aamir Khan then complained in a lighter vein, "Aapne mujhe show pe nahin bulaya. Yeh galat baat hai!" He continued, "Isse pehle ki yeh puche, main hi bol deta hoon. Kapil se ek kadam aage hoon main!"

Kapil Sharma replied, "Hamara saubhagya hoga jab aap show pe aaoge. I have requested Aamir bhai whenever we have met. He has always said, 'Main kahin ja raha hoon. Wapis aake baat karte hai'. Cut to, yeh seedha teen saal baad milte hai!"

Aamir replied, "Main 100% aaunga lekin main ek cheez bolta hoon. Aap mujhe meri film release ke time bulate hai. Mujhe release ke liye nahin aana hai. Mujhe aise hi entertainment ke liye bulao."

Later, a journalist asked if Aamir Khan would like to do a film with Kapil Sharma. To which, Aamir said, "Kapil and me doing a film together? I would love that yaar!"

The journalist said that it'll be a pleasure to see them both as Aamir is a perfectionist while Kapil Sharma is "sabke dil ke raja". Aamir pitched in, "Mere bhi dil ke raja hai woh!" Kapil Sharma then raised laughs as he told the journalist, "Thank you mere kehne par aapne yeh sawaal pucha!"

Also Read: Taran Adarsh believes Aamir Khan is going through a ‘lull phase’ in his career; says, “Aamir Khan will get another chance from audience”

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EXCLUSIVE: Ankit Tiwari speaks on desire of collaborating with Shah Rukh Khan; says, “Shiddat aur kayanat chide hue hai”, watch

Shah Rukh Khan, known as the King of Bollywood, has been captivating audiences for decades with his charismatic performances. The superstar's on-screen presence and ability to bring characters to life have attracted not only fans but also renowned composers in the Indian music industry. Over the years, a bunch of composers have expressed their deep desire to work with Shah Rukh Khan, aiming to create memorable musical compositions that perfectly complement the actor's larger-than-life persona. And one of them is Ankit Tiwari.

At various occasions, Tiwari has confessed that he is willing to work with SRK. Recently, in an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, the composer-singer was asked to speak about his collaboration with SRK and if it is happening anytime soon. In his response, Tiwari recalled a famous Shah Rukh Khan dialogue while explaining his take.

He asserted, “I don't know. Sometimes, a dialogue of his comes to my mind - Agar kisi cheez ko dil se chaaho to puri kayanat usey tumse milane ki koshish mein lag jaati hai. I feel that ‘shiddat’ and ‘kaynat’ are both slightly irritated with me. I have met him many times and have expressed my desire to work with him. But I don’t like to irritate people by constantly telling them that I want to work with them.

Besides this, Ankit also talked about aspiring singers and why it is important to undergo the necessary training in order to become a singer. To conclude his conversation, Ankit spoke about his upcoming projects without revealing much details.

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Ankit Tiwari confesses it is “practically” not possible to make best friends in the industry; breaks down the process

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Kiara Advani treats herself with a brand-new Mercedes Maybach worth over Rs. 2.70 crores; watch

Bollywood actress Kiara Advani, who has been winning hearts with her remarkable performances on the silver screen, has recently added another feather to her cap. The talented starlet has treated herself to a brand-new luxury car, and it's none other than the prestigious black Mercedes Maybach, which costs over Rs. 2.70 crores. Kiara's latest acquisition has quickly become the talk of the town, further solidifying her status as one of the rising stars in the film industry.

On Tuesday evening, Kiara was captured stepping out of her shiny new car and making her way towards the dubbing studio in her brand-new luxury car. She acknowledged the presence of the paparazzi with a friendly wave and a radiant smile, pausing briefly to strike a pose for the cameras. Kiara appeared effortlessly stunning in her comfortable yet stylish ensemble. She opted for a white tank top paired with a matching printed co-ord set, consisting of an oversized shirt adorned with stripes and loose-fitting pants. Her sleek ponytail added to her chic appearance, completing her overall fashionable look.

 

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On the personal front, Kiara recently travelled back to India from her Japan trip with husband Sidharth Malhotra. For those who may not be aware, Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani took their love story to the next level by exchanging vows in a magical wedding ceremony on February 7. The grand event took place at the enchanting Suryagarh Palace in Rajasthan, creating a truly fairy-tale-like atmosphere.

On the professional front, Kiara Advani is currently gearing up for her upcoming project, Satyaprem Ki Katha alongside Kartik Aaryan. The talented actress recently took to her Instagram to share a captivating teaser of the film, building anticipation among her followers. This marks her second collaboration with actor Kartik Aaryan, following the remarkable success of their previous film, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, which emerged as one of the biggest box-office hits of the previous year. She also has Game Changer in her pipeline.

Also Read: Kiara Advani shares unseen vacation snap with Sidharth Malhotra leaving fans yearning for more; says, “Take me back already”

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After three brands, Shilpa Shetty-Kundra turns investor for Omni-channel ‘farm-to-fork’ start-up Kisankonnect

A staunch believer in fitness and good health, Shilpa has been propagating the thought of a healthy body and mind throughout. She has engaged actively in contributing through one of the most important elements of fitness, ‘Fresh food’.

Speaking on the partnership, Shilpa said ‘I believe in the idea of a fit and healthy India, and I personally practice and promote this thought wherever possible. I love that the founders of Kisankonnect share the same passion towards this thought. Not only are they solving the problem of safe-to-eat food, but they are also connecting thousands of farmers directly to the consumers, resonating with my thoughts about promoting health in my country, where agriculture is one of the major occupations. Hence I’ve decided to partner with Kisankonnect who work on soil health, crop health and have created an amazing tech-enabled supply chain. We do our every bit to protect the nutrition in the fruits and vegetables. Consumers can finally trace and trust their food source on the Kisankonnect App. Our ‘Farm Stores’ also connect with consumers. This is 'Aapka Apna Farmers Market’ for this vibrant India!’

Kisankonnect is among the new-age companies, that are trying to solve the problems of building an efficient supply chain to deliver the freshest produce to consumers in the shortest time. Vivek Nirmal, founder of homegrown Kisan-konnect said, ‘We are very delighted to have Shilpa partnering in our journey of providing fresh and nutritious produce to our customers. We had started as a farmer’s producer company. Our integrated model right from soil testing, plant biologicals based on ‘Regenerative Agricultural’ are helping thousands of our farmer members to nurture an active and healthy soil. Our unique model ensures better returns for smallholder farmers and fresh and nutritious food for the consumer."

Co-founder Nidhi Nirmal added, ‘We are proud to have the largest assortment in the FnV space and service anywhere in Mumbai and Pune within 4-6 hours of ordering. We have multiple slots from where the customers can choose for delivery or they can simply walk-in to our nearest ‘Farm Stores'.

Shilpa Shetty will be seen next in the Indian Police Force where she is the first female cop in Rohit Shetty's cop universe along with Sukhee and recently announced Magnum-opus KD where she revealed the first look. ALSO READ: Shilpa Shetty invests Rs. 2.25 crore in Shark Tank fame start-up WickedGud

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Bigg Boss OTT 2: Awez Darbar, Anjali Arora, Mahesh Poojary shoot for the promo for Salman Khan-hosted show

Salman Khan is set to host the second season of the digital version of Bigg Boss. Following Karan Johar, this season of Bigg Boss OTT will be hosted by Khan and the contestants have begun to shoot for the promo.

According to the sources, creative producer Mahesh Poojary, dancer and choreographer Awez Darbar and Kaccha Badam fame Anjali Arora have already shot the promo. The shoot commenced on May 28 and three of them are all set to enter the house as contestants.

The existing contestants are given enough content for the show and the makers do not want to jinx it. Hence, they have decided that there might be more entries. As far as contestants are concerned, amongst the several names floating on the internet, a few of them are Sambhavna Seth, Pooja Gor, Poonam Pandey, Jia Shankar, Faisal Shaikh aka Mr Faizu and Anurag Doval. ALSO READ: Salman Khan to bring the Bigg Boss magic to OTT, shooting for a promo featuring Raftaar: Report

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Netflix unveils first teaser of Imtiaz Ali-directed Diljit Dosanjh starrer Amar Singh Chamkila, watch video

Adding to its stellar line-up, Netflix announced its upcoming film Amar Singh Chamkila, starring Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra in the lead roles. Directed by Imtiaz Ali the film presents the untold true story of Punjab’s original rockstar of the masses, Amar Singh Chamkila who emerged from the shadows of poverty and rose to the heights of popularity in the 80s due to the sheer power of his music, angering many on the way, which finally led to his assassination at a young age of 27. The highest record-selling artist of his time, Chamkila is still regarded as one of the best live-stage performers that Punjab has ever produced.

With the maestro AR Rahman helming the music for the film, the audience will once again get to witness the magic of a Rahman - Imtiaz collaboration. Adding to the excitement, both Diljit and Parineeti have lent their voices to some of the songs.

Director Imtiaz Ali said, “Making Amar Singh Chamkila on the life of the iconic music star of the masses has been a unique journey for me. I could not have asked for better actors than the immensely talented Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra to play in this film, especially since it involves some live singing. The film follows the crazed popularity of Chamkila’s daring songs that society could neither ignore nor swallow. Having Netflix as a partner, I am humbled to take our story to millions of viewers not only in India but around the globe.”

Ruchikaa Kapoor Sheikh, Director of Original Films, Netflix India, “Amar Singh Chamkila is set to be a huge film for Netflix India and collaborating with the talent attached to the title has been truly rewarding. Our partnership with Imitiaz Ali on the provocative personality and story of Chamkila has been an exhilarating process. Netflix's focus is to bring stories from across India to our local audiences and we’re confident that the magnetism of this story will also pique the interest of the film-loving audiences around the world. The enigmatic performances of Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra, and music from the maestro AR Rahman make this an unmissable watch.”

Talking about the film, actor Diljit Dosanjh said, "Playing Amar Singh Chamkila has been one of the most challenging experiences of my life, and I am thrilled to be returning to Netflix with yet another exciting story. It has been a pleasure to work with Parineeti and the entire team that has worked extremely hard to bring this beautiful story to life. To be able to sing to Rahman sir's exemplary music was a meditative experience and I hope I have been able to do justice to his vision. Thank you Imtiaz for believing in me for this role."

Actor Parineeti Chopra added, “It is a privilege to play Amarjot, Chamkila's singing partner and wife in this incredible film and I am truly grateful to Imtiaz sir for this opportunity. Sharing the screen with Diljit has been an immensely enriching experience. For me, singing is a passion and collaborating with the legendary AR Rahman has been a long-awaited dream. With Netflix's global platform, I believe our film will touch hearts far and wide, allowing Chamkila's inspiring tale to resonate with fans worldwide."

The film is produced by Mohit Choudhary, Select Media Holdings LLP, Saregama and Reliance Entertainment.

ALSO READ: Diljit Dosanjh meets Pakistani actor Hamza Sohail of Fairy Tale fame, see photo

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Apoorva Lakhia reveals producers asked him to replace Vivek Oberoi from Shootout at Lokhandwala: “I am not hiring any person for his personality”

Bollywood actor Vivek Oberoi’s infamous feud with Salman Khan is known to all. The actor was in a public spat with the superstar due to which it was believed that he was allegedly boycotted from the industry and no work opportunities came his way. In 2003, Vivek claimed that Salman had called him 41 times and even made threats to his life. However, this statement led to impact Oberoi negatively as he allegedly lost out on many projects. Filmmaker Apoorva Lakhia recently said that producers had called him to replace Oberoi when he cast him in Shootout at Lokhandwala. He said only Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty and Sanjay Gupta supported him at the time.

In an interview with Siddharth Kannan, Apoorva said, “At that time when I casted Vivek, a lot of producers called me and said ‘Replace him or we won’t work with you.’ But I had given a commitment to Vivek, so how do you go back from a commitment? And Sanju sir supported me, Suniel Shetty supported me, Sanjay Gupta supported me. So if there are guys are supporting me, I thought why should I think about the future? If Shootout became a hit, whoever rejected me will come back.”

He added, “But Vivek was a good actor. Whatever he did was wrong, he shouldn’t have done it, but that does not mean he is not talented. I am hiring for his acting abilities. I am not hiring any person for his personality. He is a professional and he was really good when I was reading with him. I think he did a fantastic job.”

Shootout in Lokhandwala also starred Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty and Arbaaz Khan along with Tusshar Kapoor, Rohit Roy, Aditya Lakhia, Shabbir Ahluwalia, and Amitabh Bachchan. ALSO READ: 20 Years Of Saathiya EXCLUSIVE: Vivek Oberoi reveals that the film was “supposed to maybe star Abhishek Bachchan and Preity Zinta”

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EXCLUSIVE: Sameer Khan to play parallel lead in Arjun Bijlani starrer Shiv Shakti on Zee TV

Television actor Sameer Khan has been roped in to play the parallel lead role in Zee TV's new show Shiv Shakti. A day ago, it was reported that Bhavika Sharma has been cast in the series as the female lead. Arjun Bijlani is the male lead of the upcoming TV series.

The show will be produced by Prateek Sharma's Studio LSD. They have earlier produced shows like Rabb Se Hai Dua, Radha Mohan, Beyhadh 2, Ek Deewana Tha, Sufiyana Pyaar Mera, Bahu Begum, and more.

On the work front, Sameer Khan has done a slew of TV projects including Mehndi Hai Rachne Waali, Ek Tha Raja Ek Thi Rani, Ek Ghar Banaunga, Kabhi Kabhie Ittefaq Sey among others.  ALSO READ: Maddam Sir star Bhavika Sharma to star opposite Arjun Bijlani in Zee TV’s new show Shiv Shakti

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Sonu Sood to set up Sonu Sood International School for underprivileged children in Bihar

In February this year, Sonu Sood was surprised to read about 27-year-old Bihar engineer Birendra Kumar Mahato quitting his full-time job to open a school for orphaned children, and even named it after the actor. Moved by Mahato's endeavour to provide free education and food to 110 children, the actor met Mahato and the children at the school which also functions as a shelter home.

The actor spent time with Mahato to understand the needs of the school, from ration to quality education, building awareness to bridging the education gap between rich and poor. By the end of the day, Sonu Sood has started work on a new building for the school so that it can house more underprivileged children, and ensure there is food for every child in the school.

"Increasing access to education is one of the best ways to combat poverty. We aim to educate children from the marginalised sections of society so that they have a better chance at job opportunities. Higher education is something we are working on. The other important aspect is nutrition and overall well-being as this school is also a night shelter," said the actor.

Right now Sood has been providing education close to ten thousand students across the country. ALSO READ: Sonu Sood is training hard for his high octane action film Fateh, watch

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Hrithik Roshan signed as new brand ambassador for MobilTM

MobilTM, a global leader in lubrication technology innovation, today announced Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan as its new brand ambassador. Well-known for his confidence and unrivalled energy, Hrithik emerged as the obvious choice to highlight Mobil’s brand values of driving human progress, building confidence, and enabling customers to unlock their true potential.

Announcing the partnership, Vipin Rana, CEO, ExxonMobil Lubricants Pvt Ltd, said, “We are excited to partner with Hrithik Roshan for our Mobil lubricants in India. We believe his personality will resonate well with trade partners and consumers to feel confident about what Mobil can deliver to serve India’s lubrication needs”.

Commenting on the brand association, actor Hrithik Roshan said, “I am really looking forward to partnering with Mobil and its trusted brand name that is recognized world over. I strongly believe that confidence is the real driving force of champions to make a difference to people’s lives and the community, and this is what the Mobil brand is all about”.

Mobil had earlier partnered with Hrithik Roshan’s action thriller Vikram Vedha which reiterated the message that prioritizing one’s wellness by making the right choices was important.

For more than a century, Mobil has been serving the world’s lubrication needs as a technology leader and trusted partner. Mobil products are engineered to help consumers get outstanding engine performance and protection for their cars, trucks, and motorcycles. For businesses, Mobil has helped customers around the world – and in every industry – to reduce costs, improve productivity and enhance equipment efficiency. ALSO READ: IIFA Awards 2023: Hrithik Roshan gives a heartfelt speech after he receives Best Actor award for Vikram Vedha

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Adipurush makers unveil captivating song ‘Ram Siya Ram’ featuring Prabhas and Kriti Sanon, enchanting audiences with love and devotion

Enter a realm where love and dedication transcend the boundaries of time and space. Adipurush, the much-awaited movie, invites us into its captivating narrative of Raghav and Janaki, portrayed by the mesmerizing duo Prabhas and Kriti Sanon. As the anticipation builds for this cinematic gem, the Adipurush team has now unveiled the complete version of the captivating track 'Ram Siya Ram,' taking us on a melodic journey that beautifully encapsulates the essence of their profound love and longing.

The serene and soulful composition by Sachet Tandon and Parampara Tandon, combined with the heartfelt lyrics crafted by Manoj Muntashir, beautifully captures the profound connection between Lord Ram and Sita in the song ‘Ram Siya Ram’. The song vividly portrays the significance of their bond, highlighting the integral role they play in each other's lives. Through its enchanting melody and poignant lyrics, ‘Ram Siya Ram’ serves as a reminder of the eternal strength of genuine love and the timeless depth of human emotions. The song also provided glimpses of Raghava's heartbreak as he prepares to rescue Janaki with the help of Bajrang.

Adipurush director Om Raut took his Twitter account and shared the song. He captioned, “The soul of Adipurush. Ram Siya Ram”. The song is also released in Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, Tamil and Malayalam.

The soul of Adipurush Ram Siya Ram राम सिया राम రాం సీతా రాం ராம் சீதா ராம் ರಾಮ್ ಸೀತಾ ರಾಮ್ റാം സീതാ റാം#RamSiyaRam full song out now - https://ift.tt/vNQZdkR in cinemas worldwide on 16th June #Prabhas #SaifAliKhan @kritisanon @mesunnysingh — Om Raut (@omraut) May 29, 2023

Directed by Om Raut, Adipurush will be making its international premiere at the Tribeca Festival in New York on June 13, 2023. Produced by T-Series, Bhushan Kumar & Krishan Kumar, Om Raut, Prasad Sutar, and Rajesh Nair of Retrophiles, it is scheduled to release worldwide on June 16, 2023.

Also Read: Adipurush director Om Raut on the art of Ram Leela: As long as there is Bharat, Ram Leela will keep happening in different forms

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Maddam Sir star Bhavika Sharma to star opposite Arjun Bijlani in Zee TV's new show Shiv Shakti

Maddam Sir Bhavika Sharma has been roped in to play the lead role in Zee TV's new show Shiv Shakti. Popular actor Arjun Bijlani will be essaying the role of the male lead. Bhavika is one of the most popular names in the television industry. The actress is known for her performances in shows like Jiji Ma, Maddam Sir, Parvarish and others.

The show will be produced by Prateek Sharma's Studio LSD. They have earlier produced shows like Rabb Se Hai Dua, Radha Mohan, Beyhadh 2, Ek Deewana Tha, Sufiyana Pyaar Mera, Bahu Begum, and more.

Arjun Bijlani has been busy with his hosting gigs on TV. His last full-fledged fiction show was Colors TV's Ishq Mein Marjawan in 2019. Since, he has done a few appearances in Naagin 3, Udaan, and Tere Ishq Mein Ghayal. ALSO READ: Tere Ishq Mein Ghayal actress Niyati Fatnani opens up about acting with Arjun Bijlani in the supernatural drama

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After Salman Khan opts out of Champions, Aamir Khan approaches Ranbir Kapoor

Earlier this year in February it was reported that Salman Khan and Aamir Khan were in talks for the remake of the Spanish film Campeones. As per reports, Aamir had approached Salman to feature as the lead in the Hindi adaptation titled Champions. In fact, it was also revealed that an official announcement on the same was to be made in March. However, since then there has been no development on the project. Now, we hear that Salman Khan has opted out of the remake, following which Aamir Khan has now approached Ranbir Kapoor for the film.

Divulging details to Bollywood Hungama a well-placed industry source says, “Salman Khan was pretty keen on doing the Campeones remake. However, there were certain date issues which arose, due to which the actor had to back out of the venture.” As per the source, everything was moving in the right direction and Salman had shown active interest in the subject, with one final narration to be done before work on project began in June. Unfortunately, following the narration, Salman realised that the film would clash with his other venture, because of which he decided to bow out of the RS Prasanna directed sports drama.

However, every dark cloud has its silver lining, and the same is the case with Aamir’s Champions. Post Salman opting out of the project, Aamir Khan has now approached Ranbir Kapoor. “Ranbir is doing some interesting films. He is consciously choosing varied scripts and genres, building an impressive repertoire. Given his acting prowess, and the fact that he has never really done a sports drama, it will be interesting to see Ranbir in a new avatar”, says the source. Interestingly, Ranbir too has shown keen interest in the venture, “Ranbir has heard the narration, and has expressed interest. If everything works out, he will be seen in the lead with Champions.”

As or the film, Champions which is an official remake of the Spanish film Campeones is directed by RS Prasanna with AKP bankrolling the venture. Expected to release in 2024 the final timelines will be decided only once the paperwork is done.

Also Read: SCOOP: Aamir Khan and Salman Khan in talks for Campeones Adaptation tentatively titled as Champions

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Citadel: Varun Dhawan says he will soon head to Serbia for the international schedule; promises never-seen-before action

As previously announced, Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas starred in the first-to-launch series within the Citadel universe, which came from the Russo Brothers’ AGBO along with David Weil and premiered in April 2023 and wrapped the first season on May 26. Additional local-language Citadel productions are also in the works, including an Italian Original series starring Matilda De Angelis called Citadel: Diana and Indian series starring Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu. The Bhediya actor promises never-seen-before action and he is already gearing up for the international schedule.

“It has been amazing working on it. We are going to be filming in Serbia. We have a month-long schedule over there with a lot of action. It is a very big series, nothing like people have seen in India yet,” Dhawan told PTI at IIFA 2023.

Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK are directing the Indian version. “The makers are pushing the envelope. Samantha and I can’t be doing something mediocre. She is one of the hardest-working actors,” Dhawan added.

He added, “There are some directors who are on your bucket list. For me, it was Shoojit Sircar (October), Sriram Raghavan (Badlapur) and Nitesh Tiwari (Bawaal). Some of my best performances come out when I work with these directors as they push me.”

For the unversed, Varun Dhawan had his international debut with a cameo in Priyanka and Richard’s Citadel. In the fifth episode, Priyanka Chopra’s Nadia Sinh has a secret child with Mason Kane, played by Richard Madden and she has kept the news under wraps. During the flashback from 8 years ago, she makes a call to the terrorist Rahi Gambhir in an attempt to relocate to Spain after she finds out about her pregnancy. When she is confronted by Mason and Osy Ikhile (Carter Spence) about contacting Gambhir, she reveals that the man is, in fact, her father. Played by Paul Bazely, he helps her escape Citadel in order to move to Spain. Interestingly, the call that happens on the episode is dubbed by none other than Varun Dhawan. His cameo gets confirmed when the end credits roll and thank Varun.

Created by Russo Brothers’ AGBO and showrunner David Weil, the 6-episode series features Richard Madden, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Stanley Tucci, and Lesley Manville in pivotal roles. ALSO READ: BREAKING: Karan Johar to direct Tiger Shroff and Varun Dhawan in an action driven project

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Athiya Shetty breaks silence on controversial club video with KL Rahul; says, “Check your facts before reporting,”

Earlier this year, Bollywood and cricket intertwined once again as Indian cricketer and current captain of Lucknow Super Giants, KL Rahul, tied the knot with Athiya Shetty, daughter of renowned actor Sunil Shetty. The couple, who had been dating for several years, exchanged vows on January 23, 2023, in a joyous ceremony attended by their loved ones. Although KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty are yet to celebrate their six-month anniversary, a video capturing the cricketer's presence at a club is currently making waves on social media. The video, which had gone viral, showcased KL Rahul enjoying his time at the club.

KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty are now in London. They were seen at what seeming looked like an adult entertainment zone. Netizens have commented that it is a strip club. The cricketer is on a break as he revives from the surgery. While people made varied comments, others said that he has done nothing illegal. Even Athiya Shetty was seen with him at the club. The video surfaced all over internet in no time.

#KLRahul Spotted In Strip Club In UK During His Recovery???? pic.twitter.com/l2MpFB5WKp — VK18???????? (@InChnadrakant) May 27, 2023

However, Athiya Shetty now decided to raise her voice on the matter. On Saturday evening, Athiya took to her Instagram Story and wrote, “I usually choose to be silent and not react, but sometimes it’s important to stand up for yourself.”

She further added, “Rahul, I and our friends went out to a regular place, as one does.” “Stop taking things out of context, and check your facts before reporting,” stated Athiya.

“Peace and love,” she concluded.

Suniel Shetty’s daughter Athiya Shetty and Indian cricketer KL Rahul tied knot in a small ceremony at Suniel Shetty's farmhouse in Khandala.

Also Read: Athiya Shetty on KL Rahul, “He is responsible for changing my mindset”

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Mirzapur meets Dahaad: Prime Video presents a jaw-dropping showdown between Munna Tripathi and Anand Swarnkar; watch

Prime Video streaming service has unveiled a captivating video that brings together two of the most notorious criminal masterminds from their universe. On one side stands the infamous Munna Bhaiya (played by Divyenndu), the future kingpin of Mirzapur, while on the other side lurks the eerie and sinister antagonist, Anand Swarnkar (portrayed by Vijay Varma), known for his menacing presence in Dahaad.

The video presented a gripping face-off between these two formidable villains, as Munna attempts to get under Anand's skin, accusing him of orchestrating the disappearance of 28 women. Munna relentlessly interrogates and probes Anand, determined to expose him as the mastermind behind these sinister acts. In contrast, Anand maintains his trademark composed demeanor throughout the confrontation, keeping his cool.

However, as the video reaches its conclusion, an unexpected twist takes place. Anand changes his demeanor and like a chameleon showcases the other color of his personality. This surprising revelation leaves fans perplexed, raising questions about the true nature and depths of darkness possessed by these two intriguing characters.

Prince of Mirzapur meets Prince Charming! ⚡#DahaadOnPrime, watch now@divyenndu @MrVijayVarma pic.twitter.com/x2giifBP0C — prime video IN (@PrimeVideoIN) May 27, 2023

The epic showdown between Munna Bhaiya and Anand Swarnkar promises an intense clash of forces within the Prime Video universe. Viewers are left wondering who truly reigns as the bigger villain, as the boundaries blur between their malevolence and the depths of their wickedness. This electrifying encounter sets the stage for a thrilling narrative that will keep fans on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating the unfolding events and the ultimate clash between these captivating characters.

Directed by Reema Kagti and Ruchika Oberoi, Dahaad is produced by Excel Media & Entertainment and Tiger Baby with Ritesh Sidhwani, Zoya Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar, and Reema Kagti as executive producers. The 8-episode series is streaming exclusively on Prime Video.

Also Read: Mirzapur actor Shahnawaz Pradhan dies of a heart attack after receiving an award at an awards function

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SCOOP: No cameo for Allu Arjun in Shah Rukh Khan starrer Jawan

Over the past couple of months, there have been a number of reports based on the Shah Rukh Khan starrer Jawan. Directed by Atlee, the film, which also features Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi, has been making headlines for its shoot to various other aspects. One such reason the film has been grabbing eyeballs is the reports of Pushpa star Allu Arjun making a cameo in Jawan. However, contrary to reports, Bollywood Hungama has learnt that the actor will not be seen making a cameo.

“Jawan is already a rage, ever since its announcement thanks to its casting the film has been a major discussion topic. Shah Rukh Khan fans too are eagerly awaiting its release, and have been hanging on to every reports that comes out. But when it comes to Allu Arjun featuring in Jawan the rumours are totally untrue,” reveals a well-placed industry insider to Bollywood Hungama. Continuing further the source adds, “It was all just a rumour that Allu will be seen in Jawan, in reality he was never even approached for a cameo. As of now the only cameo in Jawan will be that of Sanjay Dutt.”

Despite the reality of Allu Arjun not featuring in Jawan, we are still excited to see Shah Rukh Khan on the big screen in a new avatar after Pathaan. As for the movie itself, Jawan is directed by Atlee Kumar starring Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi. Initially, expected to release in June this year, the makers of the Red Chillies production postponed the film to September 7 as they needed more time to work on the VFX of the film.

Also Read: Yash Raj Films to distribute Shah Rukh Khan starrer Jawan in overseas

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Akshay Kumar's Oh My God 2 to arrive in cinemas; release date unveiling soon

OMG Oh My God, which was released in 2012, was a courtroom drama which starred Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal. It was the story of Kanji (Paresh Rawal), an atheist, whose shop got destroyed in an earthquake. When the insurance company refused to reimburse him citing ‘act of God’, Kanji filed a case against God. Akshay Kumar played Lord Krishna and how He became a part of Kanji’s struggle formed the crux of the film. Now, after 11 years since the triumph of Oh My God, Akshay Kumar is set to delight audiences once again with the sequel, Oh My God 2, a social comedy that promises to entertain and engage viewers.

As per Pinkvilla, a source close to the development said, “Akshay Kumar along with his partners, Ashwin Varde, Viacom 18, and Jio Studios have decided on a theatrical release for Oh My God 2. Several discussions happen throughout the course of making, but, Oh My God 2 was always announced as a theatrical venture. The officials never commented on the OTT release, and even today, the film is being readied as a theatrical venture. The final edit is being locked and worked upon at this point of time. The theatrical release date of Oh My God 2 will be announced soon.”

Last year on December, Akshay had made his presence felt at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia where he shared an interesting detail about his upcoming film. He had revealed while having a conversation with moderator Kaleem Aftab that one of his forthcoming films talks about the importance of sex education. Akshay had stated, "It’s a very important subject. In a lot of places, (sex education) is not there. We have all kinds of subjects we learn in school and sex education is one topic I would like all the schools in the world to have. (This film is) going to take time to release, it’s going to be April [or] May.”

Also Read: Akshay Kumar engages in spiritual journey; offers prayer at Kedarnath temple

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Salman Khan’s brother-in-law Aayush Sharma receives legal notice for alleged plagiarism in Ruslaan dialogues & story

Following a petition against their upcoming film Ruslaan, a Delhi court has recently served a notice to Aayush Sharma, who is Bollywood actor Salman Khan's brother-in-law, as well as producer K. K. Radhamohan and South Indian actor Jagpathi Babu. Satyabrata Panda, an Additional District Judge at the Patiala House Court, presided over the hearing and directed all the defendants to submit their responses within a week.

The case has been scheduled for another hearing on June 9. Social activist Jagdish Sharma and actor Raajveer Sharma, represented by their lawyer Rudra Vikram Singh, filed an injunction suit seeking to halt the release of the film c. The movie is being produced by Radhamohan, with Aayush Sharma in the lead role. The plaintiffs claim that Ruslaan is a replica of the original 2009 film Ruslaan, produced by Jagdish Sharma, where Raajveer Sharma portrayed the main character.

According to the petition, the defendants were accused of copying the dialogues and storyline from the original film titled Ruslaan. The trailer for Aayush Sharma's forthcoming movie, which also features Telugu superstar Jagapathi Babu and Sushri Mishra, was unveiled on April 21. The 2009 film Ruslaan starred Megha Chatterjee, who happens to be the daughter of renowned actress Moushumi Chatterjee, in the lead role.

Directed by Katyayan Shivpuri, the film Ruslaan unveiled its official trailer on April 21. Alongside Aayush Sharma, the movie also features the debutant actress Sushrii Mishraa in the lead role. The release of the trailer generated an overwhelmingly positive response from the audience, who were captivated by the unique character portrayed by Aayush Sharma. In Ruslaan, the actor is seen stepping into a distinct role that sets him apart from his previous two films, showcasing his versatility and ability to embrace diverse characters. The trailer's success has further heightened the anticipation surrounding the movie's release. Fans and movie enthusiasts are eagerly looking forward to witnessing Aayush Sharma and Sushrii Mishraa's performances in this cinematic venture.

Also Read: Aayush Sharma begins the last schedule of his action entertainer Ruslaan

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Alaya F to share screen space with grandfather Kabir Bedi and mother Pooja Bedi for the first time

Alaya F, who kicked off her career with Jawani Jaaneman alongside Saif Ali Khan and Tabu, has been effortlessly proving herself to the audience by experimenting with her roles. Not only has her work garnered ample fans but she is also slowly becoming a star on social media with the variety of reels and posts she shares. In a recent post, the actress announced her first onscreen appearance on television with her ‘filmy’ family, actress-mother Pooja Bedi and grandfather-actor Kabir Bedi.

Amid her many social media posts, one which has garnered a lot of attention is the perfect family pictures of Alaya with actress-mother Pooja Bedi and actor-grandfather Kabir Bedi. Taking to social media, Alaya F shared this picture along with the announcement that she will coming together with them for the first time on the ongoing The Kapil Sharma Show on Sony Entertainment. Captioning the photo, she wrote, “3 generations coming together for the first time on the @kapilsharma show this Sunday at 9.30pm on @sonytvofficial With my dearest Nana @ikabirbedi and my dearest mother @poojabediofficial”.

 

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Alaya F, who started her career in 2019, recently garnered a lot of love for her performance in the film Freddy. Later, she also appeared as the leading lady in the Anurag Kashyap love drama Almost Pyaar With DJ Mohabbat. She will be next seen in Sri opposite Rajkummar Rao. Talking about her family, Pooja Bedi is known for her performance in films like Jo Jeeta Wahi Sikander and Phir Teri Kahani Yaad Aayi. On the other hand, Kabir Bedi is known for many films including Khoon Bari Maang, Main Hoon Na, Dilwale, etc.

Also Read: Alaya F sets the style statement for summer in a black strappy dress for U-turn promotions

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Satyaprem Ki Katha: Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani starrer first song 'Naseeb Se' to release on May 28; watch teaser

After the release of the enthralling teaser of Sajid Nadiadwala and Namah Pictures' Satyaprem Ki Katha, the demand for the release of its soulful songs has taken the entire social media by storm. Keeping the audience's wish in mind, the makers decided to release the song of this upcoming romantic musical saga before the trailer launch and now they are here with the teaser of the first song from the film, ‘Naseeb Se’. 

The teaser of ‘Naseeb Se’ has indeed come as a treat for the audience who were eagerly waiting to hear the soulful melody of the film after they heard a little of it in the teaser. As the blockbuster jodi of Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani is coming back on the screen after Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, the teaser of ‘Naseeb Se’ song has boosted the excitement for the release of the song. 

Having seen Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani in the teaser of ‘Naseeb Se’ song indeed ensures a musical romance of the year. The song is composed by Payal Dev, and beautifully sung by Payal Dev and Vishal Mishra. The lyrics of the song are given by A.M. Turaz. The song will be released tomorrow. 

 

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Satyaprem Ki Katha also marks a massive collaboration between NGE and Namah Pictures. Interestingly, Sajid Nadiadwala and Shareen Mantri Kedia with Kishor Arora and director Sameer Vidwans won a National Award for their respective feature films. 'Satyaprem Ki Katha' will be released in theatres on June 29, 2023.

Also Read: Kartik Aaryan wraps Satyaprem Ki Katha: “It will always be my most favourite, strongest and bravest character”

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Filmmaker Sudipto Sen falls ill, halts promotions of The Kerala Story

Filmmaker Sudipto Sen has been directing movies since over 20 years, including documentaries. But he has achieved fame in recent times with the release of his Bollywood movie The Kerala Story, which stars Adah Sharma in the lead.

Sen, unfortunately, has fallen ill recently after traveling a lot to promote the film. With the filmmaker being hospitalized, he won’t be able to take part in the city-to-city promotions of The Kerala Story.

Sharing more about his condition, a source said, “Sudipto Sen along with the team has been continuously traveling promoting The Kerala Story and due to excess travel, he has fallen sick. Which is why, the promotional plan and city visits are at hold. The Kerala Story is already a blockbuster success and will have a long run at the box office in the next month. The filmmaker has requested the audience to keep showering love on the film and has appealed to people to watch it with family. The filmmaker will soon be back to continue the promotion and will touch 10 cities.”

Produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, The Kerala Story released in theatres on May 5.

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Taran Adarsh analyses the factors behind the success of The Kerala Story; says, “In terms of economics, it’s a lottery”

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Saif Ali Khan’s action-adventure series for Netflix to be directed by Robbie Grewal

Saif Ali Khan and Siddharth Anand (of Pathaan fame) go back a long way. They have been close friends ever since Siddharth directed Saif in Ta Ra Rum Pum and Salaam Namaste. After these two films, Siddharth directed two movies with his erstwhile best friend Ranbir Kapoor (Bachna Ae Haseeno and Anjana Anjani), then two other films with Hrithik Roshan (Bang Bang and War).

Now after Pathaan, Siddharth Aanand and Saif are likely to team up again, though Siddharth is not directing this time. His assistant Robbie Grewal is. Grewal is known for his slick directorial skills in the cop thriller Samay: When Time Strikes starring Sushmita Sen and his espionage drama Romeo Akbar Walter, which starred John Abraham, along with Jackie Shroff, Mouni Roy and Sikandar Kher. Grewal then came up with the romantic film MP3: Mera Pehla Pehla Pyaar.

Grewal has apparently come up with an exciting script for Saif that Siddharth Anand will produce.

This will be Saif’s second project with Netflix after the much talked about web series Sacred Games, which also starred Nawazuddin Siddiqui. The Race actor is currently gearing up for his next release Adipurush. He will be playing the character of Raavan in the mythological drama directed by Om Raut, which also star Prabhas and Kriti Sanon.

Also Read: Saif Ali Khan joins hands with Siddharth Anand after 16 years for an action film for Netflix

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Kareena Kapoor Khan to attend F1 Grand Pix in Monaco

Kareena Kapoor Khan, who has been busy with the shoot for The Crew, is taking a break from work to focus on her other work commitments. The actress will be representing India and attending the F1 Monaco Grand Prix on May 28. As per the source, Kareena Kapoor Khan will watch the practice race on May 27 in Monaco and interact with some of the GP drivers too. In the past, Justin Bieber, Bella Hadid, and Christiano Ronaldo have attended the event.

As per the official website of Formula 1, “The opening day of practice in the principality will take place on May 26, followed by a qualifying day on May 27 and, finally, the Grand Prix itself on May 28, with another exciting weekend of F1 action in store.”

Coming to her forthcoming projects, Kareena has The Crew with Tabu and Kriti Sanon. She will also be seen in Sujoy Ghosh’s web adaptation of the bestselling novel The Devotion of Suspect X. The film stars Jaideep Ahlawat and Vijay Varma. It will mark her digital debut on Netflix. She also has Hansal Mehta’s next. She turns co-producer with Ekta Kapoor. ALSO READ: Kareena Kapoor Khan delights fans with “Goa Night” selfie featuring red lip look

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Movie Review: Jogira Sara Ra Ra JOGIRA SARA RA RA is a decent attempt and had the potential to be an entertainer.

JOGIRA SARA RA RA is the story of a wedding planner in jeopardy. Jogi Pratap (Nawazuddin Siddiqui) lives in Lucknow and works as a wedding planner for a company named ‘Shaandaar Events’. His family comprises of his mother (Zarina Wahab), sister Sarita (Suman Patel), his aunt and a few other sisters. He’s frustrated living with them. He feels that if he gets married, it would mean having one more woman in his family, which according to him will be catastrophic. As a result, he decides to never get hitched. One day, Devki Nandan Chaubey (Bhagwan Tiwari) hires the services of Jogi for the marriage of his daughter Dimple (Neha Sharma) with Lallu Pandey (Mahaakshay Chakraborty). Dimple doesn’t want to get married and she asks Jogi to help break off the marriage. Jogi comes up with various smart ideas, all of which backfire. Finally, he fakes Dimple’s kidnapping. He befriends Lallu and poisons his mind that marrying a girl, who has been kidnapped, is looked down upon in society. Lallu decides to hence break off the wedding. Dimple is overjoyed. All is going until one day, things go awry and Jogi is forced to tie the knot with Dimple. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Ghalib Asad Bhopali's story is fun-filled and in the feel-good zone of films like BAREILLY KI BARFI [2017], SHUBH MANGAL SAAVDHAAN [2017], TANU WEDS MANU [2011] etc. Ghalib Asad Bhopali's screenplay is okay till a certain point but later on, it goes haywire. Ghalib Asad Bhopali's dialogues are brilliant and are sure to raise laughs.

Kushan Nandy's direction is fair. He has handled several moments with panache like Lallu dancing to Mithun Chakraborty’s songs, Jogi’s fight with his sister and then trying to make amends, Chacha Chaudhary (Sanjay Mishra)’s carrom game moment etc.

On the flipside, while the first half is funny and to the point, things happen at random in the second half. Jogi pretending to be suffering from a sexually transmitted disease is a great plot point but the makers don’t give it a logical conclusion. The same happens with the pregnancy, jailbreak and kidnapping tracks. The Priyadarshan-style climax doesn’t make the desired impact either.

Speaking of performances, Nawazuddin Siddiqui is in his element. His comic timing is spot-on. It’s also refreshing to see him in such a light-hearted film for a change. Neha Sharma has a fine screen presence but one wishes her rebellious character had more to do, especially in the second half. Mahaakshay Chakraborty is adorable and unrecognizable. Sanjay Mishra raises laughs. Zarina Wahab is dependable. Suman Patel and Rohit Chaudhary (Manu) do well. Bhagwan Tiwari, Shubhrajyoti Barat (Dimple's mama), Vishwanath Chatterjee (Inspector Yadav), Ghanshyam Garg (SI Yadav) and Hemant Pandey (Bittu) are fair. The late Farrukh Jaffar is cute. Nikki Tamboli fails to add to the sizzle in the item song.

Jogira Sara Ra Ra – Official Trailer | Nawazuddin Siddiqui & Neha Sharma

Songs are catchy. 'Torture', played in the beginning, is foot-tapping. 'Babua' is well choreographed and shot. 'Cocktail' is okay. Anup Bhat's background score is in sync with the quirky feel of the film.

Sourabh Waghmare's cinematography is neat. Shadab Malik's costumes for Nawazuddin Siddiqui are stylish. Malvika Bajaj's costumes for the rest are real while those of Neha Sharma are glamorous. Mayur Tripathi's production design is straight out of life. Late Kaushal Naseem's action is fine. Virendra Gharse's editing is sharp.

On the whole, JOGIRA SARA RA RA is a decent attempt and had the potential to be a complete entertainer. However, it suffers due to a weak and flawed second half. At the box office, it releases with limited awareness and hype. Hence, it’ll struggle to find an audience.

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Raaj Shaandilyaa's Thinkink Picturez unveils lineup of 7 movies across genres; deets inside

Raaj Shaandilyaa along with his partner Vimal Lahoti thrives to give great cinema and these movies will be across genres of comedy, romance, drama, emotion, talent and music with various actors and production scale along with explicit writing making sure to entertain the audience. Thinkink Picturez is a whole solely content-driven studio where They believe in working and making their script unique and entertaining. They are always burgeoning for great content and thrive to deliver a storyline that is always right off the bat.

The slate of the 7 films is as follows-

Ramlali - Directed by the National Award-winner Omung Kumar. He has given us hits in the past like Mary Kom and Sarabjit.

Googly - Directed by Sanjay Gadhavi. He is the director of the blockbuster franchise of  Dhoom 1 and Dhoom 2.

Arabi Kalyanam - Directed by Shree Narayan Singh. He has directed movies in the past like Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. 

Chemical India - Directed by Jai Basantu Singh. He was nominated for the Filmfare in the category of best debut director for his first movie Janhit Mein Jaari which was critically acclaimed and produced by Thinkink Picturez.

Kanya Kumar - Directed by Rajeev Dhingra. He has got the Punjab Filmfare award for best debut director for the movie Love Punjab. 

Ladkiwale Ladkewale - Directed By Rohit Nayyar, who is making his debut as a director. 

Quack Shambhu - Directed by Anindya Bikash Datta who is also a debutant director.

On asking the Producers about such a humongous slate release they said “We are so escalated to announce this slate, Our team of writers and creatives have been working to turn this around. We will try our best to keep the audience entertained with loads of emotions and even loads of laughter and Definitely we are trying to say something meaningful by the end of our films that’s at least what we thrive for. We want the families to go/sit together and watch our films”.

Also Read: Raaj Shaandilyaa confirms being approached to direct Hera Pheri 3; says, “things will roll after we sign the contract”

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IIFA 2023: About 25000 people and 120 celebrities to attend this year’s edition at Abu Dhabi

The 23rd edition of the IIFA (International Indian Film Academy) Awards is all set to take place from tomorrow – May 26 and 27 at Yas Islands in Abu Dhabi. The fact that this is one of the grandest film events of the globe is seen by the number of tickets that have been sold so far.

About 11,000 people are expected to attend the Sobha Realty IIFA Rocks on May 26 and 14,000 are expected to attend the NEXA IIFA Awards on May 27. Hence, the total number of people expected to attend this year’s edition goes up to an impressive 25,000.

About 120 celebrities from across the globe are expected to grace the event, along with 240 plus media delegation. From the Bollywood actors who would be attending the include, Salman Khan, Kamal Haasan, Hrithik Roshan, Anil Kapoor, Abhishek Bachchan, Varun Dhawan, Rajkummar Rao, Vicky Kaushal and Fardeen Khan. The actresses who have confirmed their participation include Alia Bhatt, Kriti Sanon, Jacqueline Fernandez, Rakul Preet Singh, Dia Mirza, Nora Fatehi, Mrunal Thakur, Mouni Roy and Genelia D’Souza who will be accompanying husband Riteish Deshmukh.

This year’s edition will see performances from Salman Khan, Ayushmann Khurrana, Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nora Fatehi, Rakul Preet Singh and Iulia Vantur. After this year’s performance, Nora will become the only Bollywood personality to perform twice at the IIFA in all these years.

Sharing her excitement about her performance this year, Iulia said, “I am super super super excited. I just finished the rehearsals, and I am filled with a lot of energy. The music on which we are performing is so dynamic and full of energy. I will perform with artiste which I really like.” Giving a hint of who she will be performing with, she sang a line from Sukhbir’s iconic song, ‘Ishq Tera Tadpawe.’

IIFA 2023, however, is not just about the performances. Filmmaker Kabir Khan and Omung Kumar will be hosting masterclasses and workshops on filmmaking. Sharing his excitement at his session, Khan recently said in a statement, “I’m really looking forward to the interaction as it will give me a chance to retrospect and introspect on my choices too. This kind of knowledge exchange not only makes for a stimulating conversation, (but) it also works to the benefit of cinema. I will not only be celebrating box-office wins and awards, but also reflecting on the failures of projects one was passionate about and negative press which can dent your confidence as a filmmaker momentarily but can never keep you down.”

Also Read: IIFA 2023: Kamal Haasan, Riteish Deshmukh, Genelia Deshmukh and Manish Malhotra to be honoured

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Deepika Padukone and Katrina Kaif to join Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan starrer Pathaan Vs Tiger; shoot to commence in January 2024

In January this year, we saw Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan share screen space in the film Pathaan. Reprising their roles of Pathaan and Tiger the two were an instant rage with the audience seeming to want more. This demand for the two-mega stars to feature in a full-fledged film together led to the announcement of the venture Pathaan Vs Tiger. While we are eagerly awaiting the release of this film, Bollywood Hungama has continued to bring you the latest updates. Well, now we hear that the makers of the film are looking to commence work on the project in January 2024.

Revealing details of what to expect from Pathaan Vs Tiger a well-placed industry source exclusively tells Bollywood Hungama, “Everything is locked for Pathaan Vs Tiger. In fact, the makers are looking to commence work in January next year, with Siddharth Anand directing the venture.” Further detailing the cast, he adds, “Joining Shah Rukh Khan and Salman will be their co-stars from Pathaan and Tiger, viz. Deepika Padukone and Katrina Kaif. The two will be playing the same characters from the previous films.”

While the cast is certainly intriguing, the title of the film Pathaan Vs Tiger has raised a number of questions, one among them being whether the venture will see SRK and Salman going head-to-head. However, the source puts such rumours to rest saying, “Though the title is Pathaan Vs Tiger the film will not be based on a rivalry between the two spies. Instead, the film will feature one common villain that the two actors will be pitted against. In fact, Siddharth plans on getting an equally big star name to play the arch-villain to them.”

Currently, with the film shoot expected to commence in January, huge action set pieces are being designed and conceptualized. Apparently prep work for the same has already started. In the interim, Salman Khan on the work front will wrap Shershaah director Vishnu Vardhan’s next film with Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, while Shah Rukh Khan will finish work on Rajkumar Hirani’s Dunki.

Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan blaze the screen in YRF’s Pathaan x Tiger theme video, watch

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Ajay Devgn starrer Bholaa heads to Prime Video for digital premiere

Prime Video today announced the global streaming premiere of the Hindi action-adventure film, Bholaa. Directed by Ajay Devgn, and jointly produced by Ajay Devgn FFilms, Reliance Entertainment, T-Series, and Dream Warrior Pictures, the film features Devgn in the titular role, alongside Tabu and Amala Paul in pivotal roles.

Bholaa, a former convict, is released after 10 years of imprisonment and wants to reunite with his daughter, whom he hasn't seen for years. However, this is abruptly halted when he becomes unwittingly involved in a well-coordinated drug-bust. As events unfold, Bholaa is forced to confront his past and make difficult decisions while pushing through obstacles lurking at every corner.

Audiences across the world can now watch Bholaa on Prime Video, starting today. Bholaa is the Hindi remake of the Tamil blockbuster Kaithi. The film released in 2019 which was an action thriller directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. The film was headlined by Karthi alongside Narain and Dheena. It is produced by S. R. Prakashbabu and S. R. Prabhu under the banner Dream Warrior Pictures and co-produced by Tiruppur Vivek under the banner Vivekananda Pictures. ALSO READ: Ajay Devgn’s NY Cinemas to launch its first-ever cinema in Guwahati

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No intimate scenes between Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Varun Dhawan in Citadel

And we thought we were in the 21st century! The brouhaha over the supposed intimate scenes between Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Varun Dawan in Raj-DK’s Citadel, seems to be a case of much ado about nothing.

A source close to the project wonders what the fuss is about. “Where are these reports of onscreen intimacy between Sam and Varun coming from? Just because Priyanka Chopra and her co-star had lovemaking scenes in the international Citadel? But the Indian Citadel is completely different from its international counterpart! It is a completely different project. Sam is definitely not playing PeeCee’s character. Why would Sam mimic Priyanka’s behaviour?”

Having cleared the air on that rumour let us for a moment ask a larger question. Why is so much fuss made about physical intimacy on screen in the entertainment media? While world cinema has moved ahead to embrace sex and nudity as an integral part of storytelling, sections of Indian media are still counting the number of kisses exchanged between the lead pair and bikini shots of the heroine.

Also Read: BREAKING: Karan Johar to direct Tiger Shroff and Varun Dhawan in an action driven project

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Onir's Pine Cone to open South Asia's largest queer Film Festival, Kashish Film Festival

Kashish Film Festival, the largest queer film festival in South Asia, will witness the world premiere of Pine Cone, directed by the filmmaker Onir, which will be the opening film for this year's festival. Pine Cone is a celebration of love within the LGBTQ community and is a story that is a powerful advocate for their true representation in cinema.

Directed by Onir, an openly gay filmmaker who has consistently pushed boundaries and strived for authentic portrayal of queer experiences, Pine Cone promises to be a heartfelt exploration of love, relationships, and self-discovery. Onir has a proven track record of creating iconic films that shed light on the LGBTQ community's challenges and triumphs, making him an invaluable voice in the industry.

Pine Cone showcases three stories told from the lens of the life of the lead character Sid Mehra, as he navigates relationships in his quest for love. What sets this film apart is its unique narrative structure, with the stories unfolding in reverse chronological order, spanning the years 2019, 2009, and 1999.

Speaking of it, Onir said, "Pine Cone ... is a very special film to me as the process started when the Ministry of Defence did not approve one of my scripts that was inspired by a real story. So we started working on this story in 2021 so that we continue telling our stories and overcome resistance to our identity. Pine Cone comes from memories of love, loss, deceit and forgiveness. Forgiving the world, that special person and oneself and celebrating the beauty of our journey... the rainbow journey”.

The screening of Pine Cone at the Kashish Film Festival will take place on the opening day of the festival on 7th June 2023. ALSO READ: Onir wraps up My Melbourne project with his film based on the subject of sexuality

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Adipurush: Prabhas starrer second song 'Ram Siya Ram' to release on May 29 in 5 languages

The team of Adipurush Prabhas, Kriti Sanon and others along with the media fraternity is set to orchestrate a launch of the second song from the film, titled "Ram Siya Ram," across a myriad of platforms on 29th May 2023 in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam.

The song is sung and composed by the musical duo Sachet-Parampara, with lyrics by Manoj Muntashir. From movie channels, and music channels, to general entertainment channels (GECs), radio station spanning over 70+ markets across India, national news channels, outdoor billboards, music streaming platforms, ticketing partners, movie theatres, video streaming platforms and all major social media platforms, to screen the song real-time at 12 noon on May 29 reverberating far and wide.

Adipurush, directed by Om Raut, is produced by T- Series, Bhushan Kumar & Krishan Kumar, Om Raut, Prasad Sutar, and Rajesh Nair from Retrophiles. The film will be released globally on 16th June 2023. ALSO READ: Team Adipurush launches full version of the track ‘Jai Shri Ram’; watch 

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Movie Review: The Little Mermaid (English) THE LITTLE MERMAID has its share of lovely moments but suffers due to its length

THE LITTLE MERMAID is an unusual love story between a mermaid princess and a human prince. Ariel (Halle Bailey) is a mermaid and one of the seven daughters of King Triton (Javier Bardem). She is quite fascinated by the human world and human beings and wants to know more about them. She keeps collecting souvenirs from shipwrecks, as part of her interest in the human world. Triton detests this behaviour. He feels that humans are evil and that they are responsible for the death of his wife and Ariel's mother. Ariel, however, continues with her obsession. One day, she gets close to the ship of Prince Eric (Jonah Hauer-King). She overhears his talk with Prime Minister Grimsby (Art Malik) and realizes that he's a kind and compassionate man. The ship gets trapped in a storm and Ariel saves Eric's life. She sings a song while trying to revive Eric. Eric, in a half-unconscious state, sees a brief glimpse of her. Ariel runs away as Eric's crew comes running to save the Prince. After Eric recovers, he tells his officials to find the girl who saved him. Queen Selina (Noma Dumezweni), however, bars him from stepping outside the castle. Ariel, meanwhile, is longing to meet Eric again. This is when she meets Ursula (Melissa McCarthy), Ariel's aunt who has been banished for her nefarious activities. Ursula promises to turn Ariel into a human being. But her terms and conditions are quite risky. Ariel accepts it, nevertheless. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Hans Christian Andersen and David Magee's story is fascinating and classic. David Magee's screenplay is a mixed bag. While some scenes are cute, the impact of several scenes is limited. The dialogues are well worded.

Rob Marshall's direction is okay. He has handled the scale and grandeur well. Some scenes are executed deftly like Ariel saving the prince, Ariel and Eric exploring the island, the song 'Kiss The Girl' etc. The scenes involving the bird and crab are sure to raise laughs.

On the flipside, the impact is heavily diluted due to the long length (135 minutes). The animated version had a runtime of just 83 minutes and was quite fast-paced. The live-action film, meanwhile, drags. A few scenes also seem clichéd and give a been-there-done-that feeling. Moreover, the villain is too loud and doesn't come out well, the way it did in the animated version of THE LITTLE MERMAID.

Speaking of performances, Halle Bailey gives her best and makes the film watchable. She hardly has any dialogues in the second half and she beautifully communicates through her eyes and expressions. Jonah Hauer-King is dashing and is apt for the part. Javier Bardem is fair. Melissa McCarthy hams. Art Malik and Noma Dumezweni do well. Daveed Diggs (as the voice of Sebastian, the crab), Awkwafina (voice of Scuttle, the gannet), Jacob Tremblay (voice of Flounder, the tropical fish) do a good job with their voiceovers.

Alan Menken's music is entertaining and adds to the narrative. The ones that leave a mark are 'Under The Sea', 'Kiss The Girl' and the two versions of 'Part Of Your World'. Alan Menken's background music is cinematic. Dion Beebe's cinematography is spectacular. John Myhre's production design is rich but looks a bit animated and away from reality in some scenes. VFX matches global standards. Colleen Atwood’s costumes are appealing. Wyatt Smith's editing could have been sharper.

On the whole, THE LITTLE MERMAID has its share of lovely moments but suffers due to its long length, weak villain track and clichéd narrative. At the box office, it will appeal mainly to a section of the kids.

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Aditya Singh Rajput's mother denounces unverified drug overdose allegations; says, “Maligning the name of my son”

Aditya Singh Rajput, who was an actor and model, was found dead under suspicious circumstances at his Mumbai residence on Monday. Soon after his death, various media reports speculated that the cause of his death was drug overdoses. While the post-mortem reports of Aditya are still in reserve, his mother has broken the silence and slammed the reports.

Usha Rajput, who came to Mumbai from Delhi late on Monday night, told Hindustan Times that she had been getting calls and messages from people asking her about the authenticity of the drug overuse as the cause of death. She asserted, “By putting such unverified claims, they are maligning the name of my son and my family. This is a cruel thing to do.”

She further added, “On Monday afternoon, I noticed that my entire chat history with my son had been deleted. Not being so technologically savvy, I called him around 2.15 pm to ask what might have happened. He told me there was some problem with WhatsApp and he would text me again. However, he didn’t say anything about being unwell.”

She recounted receiving a phone call from a close friend of Aditya on Monday evening, who informed her about his untimely passing. She said, “I panicked and was shaking; I had to call a neighbour to pack my bags and help me book a ticket to Mumbai.”

The Mumbai police is currently investigating the matter and recorded the statements of three people - his domestic help, private doctor and watchman.

Also Read: Aditya Singh Rajput’s Death: Police break silence amid allegations of drug overdose

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Nitesh Pandey passes away: Anupamaa co-star Rupali Ganguly is devastated; says, "We had made plans"

Bollywood and TV actor Nitesh Pandey has passed away at the age of 51 following a cardiac arrest. The actor, who starred as Dheeraj Kumar in the TV show Anupamaa, reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest in Igatpuri on May 24 at 2 am. Anupama actress Rupali Ganguly mourns the death of her close friend and colleague Nitesh Pandey.

Sharing fond memories about her bond with Nitesh, Rupali says, "He was the only industry friend who stayed constantly in touch with me apart from Delnaaz and Sarabhais, during my sabbatical. He had even come to meet me after Rudransh was born. I can’t believe this! His son Aarav is just a few months older than Rudransh. He had messaged me just last week about a painting he had made and we had made plans to make our sons meet. "

"We would bond over dogs. His wife Arpita is an animal caregiver, a feeder too like me. I am devastated! He was so so so fiercely protective of me.” 

Even when he came to Anupamaa,  it felt as if you have your bestie next to you at your workplace. Just this month beginning, I had gone very late for a get-together and saw his car leaving, so I called him and said I saw you and he said - tu ruk main aata hoon gaadi ghumake, and I said - no no ghar jaa agale hafte milte hai. Teen hafte ho gaye uss baat ko and now I will never meet him. I can't believe this,” shares Rupali. 

For the unversed, Nitesh Pandey was a regular on Television and movies. He had starred in Dabangg, Khosla Ka Ghosla among others. He worked in TV serials like Manzilein Apani Apani, Astitva...Ek Prem Kahani, Saaya, Justajoo and Durgesh Nandini.

Also Read: Om Shanti Om and Anupamaa actor Nitesh Pandey dies of cardiac arrest at 51

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Barun Sobti, Suvinder Vicky come together for Netflix series Kohrra

Netflix's new series, Kohrra, explores dysfunctional family dynamics and the dark facets of love and relationship through the overlay of a crime investigation. It boasts an exceptional cast of talented actors including Suvinder Vicky, Barun Sobti, Varun Badola, Harleen Sethi, Rachel Shelly, and Manish Chaudhary, playing pivotal roles.

In partnership with renowned screenwriter Sudip Sharma, filmmaker Randeep Jha, and Clean Slate Filmz Productions to produce an engaging investigative drama that kicks off with the discovery of a murdered NRI just before his wedding in the countryside of Punjab. As the investigation unfolds a world of deceit, secrets and the dramas of dysfunctional families is revealed. The series is a mix of Hindi and Punjabi language, making it authentic to its world. Kohrra boasts to be a realistic drama filled with complex characters and nuanced look into human emotions.

 

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Sudip Sharma, the mastermind behind the series said, "When Gunjit Chopra and Diggi Sisodia came to me with the idea of Kohrra, I was drawn to the possibilities of a fresh and distinct cop investigative story underlined with the complexities of human emotions. Together, we've tried to create a show that not only engages you and keeps you hooked throughout but also stays with you after. The collaboration with Netflix, Clean Slate Filmz, and an extraordinary cast has allowed us to create a show that hopefully will be loved by the audience."

Karnesh SSharma, founder of the production company behind the series Clean Slate Filmz added, "We've had a long - standing relationship with Netflix and are really happy to collaborate with them once again on Kohrra. This is a crime investigative drama set in the heartland of Punjab that stems off the personal lives of the two cops working on the investigation and everyone else involved. Sudip, Randeep and the powerful cast have resulted in a really authentic story that we are eager to take to the audience".

Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix India continued, "With breakout success of titles such as Delhi Crime, Khakee and Rana Naidu we know audiences love a compelling crime story. Our next, Kohrra is a really differentiated take on this much-loved genre. It is a crime noir set in Punjab that explores the dynamics of family, relationships and love. Sudip Sharma's inimitable nuance and depth in storytelling, delves into crime vis a vis society through the eyes of this buddy cop drama. We are excited about our association with Clean Slate Filmz for yet another title with a deeply engaging story that will delight audiences."

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Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai actress Vaibhavi Upadhyaya dies in a car accident in Himachal Pradesh; Rupali Ganguly, Deven Bhojani, JD Majethia mourn her untimely passing

Television actor Vaibhavi Upadhyay, who played Roshesh Sarabhai’s love interest in Sarabhai vs Sarabhai season 2, has died in a tragic car accident. She met with an accident in Himachal Pradesh while she was with her fiance.

The news of her death was shared by Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai creator and producer, JD Majethia. He took to Twitter to inform, “Life is so unpredictable. A very fine actress, dear friend Vaibhavi Upadhyay popularly known as Jasmine of Sarabhai vs Sarabhai passed away. She met with an accident in north. Family will bring her to Mumbai tomorrow morning around 11 am for last rites . RIP vaibhavi.”

Life is so unpredictable. A very fine actress ,dear friend Vaibhavi upadhyay popularly known as“ jasmine “of Sarabhai vs Sarabhai passed away.She met with an accident in north. Family will bring her to mumbai tomorrow morning around 11 am for last rites . RIP vaibhavi ???? — JDMajethia (@JDMajethia) May 23, 2023

According to a report in Times of India, Vaibhavi was travelling with her fiance in Himachal Pradesh when the accident occurred. Their car lost control at the steep turn. Her brother rushed to Himachal Pradesh after hearing about the accident.

Actor-director Deven Bhojani shared her photo on social media and wrote, “Shocking! A very fine actress and a dear friend Vaibhavi Upadhyay, popularly known as “ Jasmine “ of Sarabhai vs Sarabhai passed away. She met with an accident in north a few hours back. Rest in peace Vaibhavi #SarabhaiVsSarabhai #Hatsoff @sats45 @TheRupali.”

This is not fair ….. gone too soon ….. https://t.co/8pzdSOT3Lp — Rupali Ganguly (@TheRupali) May 23, 2023

Responding to Bhojani’s tweet, Rupali Ganguly wrote, “This is not fair ….. gone too soon ……” Taking to her Instagram, she said, “Can’t believe this.”

On the work front, Vaibhavi Upadhyaya was seen in Deepika Padukone starrer Chhapaak. She also worked on a TV show Kya Qasoor Hai Amla Ka among others. ALSO READ: Anupama aka Rupali Ganguly talks about fan-love; says, “I feel blessed to hear fans say, ‘Hum Rahe Yaa Naa Rahe, Anupama Chalta Rahe’”

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Saif Ali Khan joins hands with Siddharth Anand after 16 years for an action film for Netflix

Siddharth Anand has been the man of the moment this year with the stupendous success of the Shah Rukh Khan starrer Pathaan. The film went onto become the biggest Bollywood blockbuster. But the filmmaker started his journey with light-hearted dramas like Salaam Namaste and Ta Ra Rum Pum. Both the films starred Saif Ali Khan in the lead. The two are now all set to collaborate after 16 years for an action film for Netflix, as per a report by Peeping Moon.

The report also said that this time, however, Siddharth will be producing the film under his banner Marflix Productions and the film will be directed by one of his assistant directors. The project is said to be a high-scale actioner that is planned to be converted into a franchise. Although the story of the yet-untitled film is currently kept under wraps, sources have told the publication that it will centre around a rescue operation that will be led by Saif’s character.

This project will see Saif returning to Netflix after the successful and much talked-about web show Sacred Games. The show, produced by Phantom Films and Reliance Entertainment, ran for two seasons.

Apart from the aforementioned project, Siddharth also has Fighter with Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone and the massive project Tiger vs Pathaan, which stars Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan.

Also Read: Not Siddharth Anand, Ayan Mukerji to direct Hrithik Roshan starrer War 2

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Aditya Singh Rajput's Death: Police break silence amid allegations of drug overdose

Many actors from the Indian TV industry were shocked as actor-model Aditya Singh Rajput was found dead in his Andheri apartment on May 22. The news of his untimely demise has left his fans and colleagues grieving the loss of a talented artist. Aditya Singh Rajput gained prominence through his appearance in reality show Splitsvilla 9 and amassed a significant fan following. The circumstances surrounding his death have raised concerns, as initial reports suggest a possible drug overdose. However, the Oshiwara police have stepped in to investigate the matter thoroughly.

Setting the records straight, the Mumbai police has said that it is currently probing the matter. When asked about the reports of an alleged drug overdose, DCP Krishna Kant Upadhyay said, “We are investigating exactly what has happened. So we will update once we get the necessary details." Reportedly, his mortal remains have been taken to Siddharth Hospital and the postmortem report is yet to come. So far, the police had recorded the statement of Aditya’s domestic help, private doctor and watchman.

 

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Aditya Singh Rajput's sudden demise has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, with many expressing their condolences and sharing fond memories of the actor. Known for his charming persona and captivating screen presence, he had carved a niche for himself in the world of television and modelling. His role in "Splitsvilla 9" garnered immense praise, earning him a loyal fanbase that admired his talent and charisma.

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Aditi Rao Hydari and British actress Paige Sandhu to headline India – UK production Lioness

Actress Aditi Rao Hydari has signed her next following the hit series Jubilee. A film titled Lioness, it is an official Indo-U.K. co-production being made under the 2008 bilateral treaty. The actress will star alongside British star Paige Sandhu, known for her role in Emmerdale. The project was announced at the Cannes India pavilion on Tuesday.

The film is written and will be helmed by Kajri Babbar. As per the report in Variety, “The film is inspired by the research of Peter Bance, the historian who wrote about Princess Sophia Duleep, one of the key leaders of the suffragette movement in the U.K., the Princess of Punjab, granddaughter of Maharajah Ranjit Singh and the goddaughter of Queen Victoria. The film will tell the story of two British Punjabi women living in the U.K., a century apart. While Sophia’s story is rooted in history, the second story is a fictional tale of Mehak Kaur an educated, married immigrant woman living in 1990’s Southall.”

Peter Bance is one of the executive producers of Lioness alongside Ajit Pal Singh. The producers include Vivek Rangachari, Vaishalli Paatil, Faraz Ahsan and Clare Cahill. The filmmakers revealed that the film has been certified by the National Film Development Corporation and the British Film Institute. ALSO READ: ZEE5 unveils over 100 titles including Huma Qureshi’s Tarla, Aditi Rao Hydari-led Taj: Reign of Revenge season 2, Manoj Bajpayee-led Silence 2 and others

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