R Madhavan and Kangana Ranaut wooed audiences with a romance-comedy franchise Tanu Weds Manu. The two films that released with the onscreen couple managed to garner immense audience appreciation both times. However, we haven’t seen the return of the third part despite the way people appreciated the chemistry between the pair. When asked the hero, Madhavan, who is the in the midst of promoting Rocketry: The Nambi Effect, revealed that he wouldn’t want to return as Manu.

In report by Hindustan Times, Madhavan was quoted in an interview with the popular YouTuber Jaby Koay, wherein he spoke about the third part of Tanu Weds Manu. “I think that’s water under the bridge. There is no point in beating a dead horse. You know, it’s so difficult to come up with original stuff, and then there are expectations of a film. See, if it’s a sequel to Avengers or a superhero series, it’s easier because you have a template. But with Tanu Weds Manu, it’s impossible. And I think I am done with it. I don’t want to go back to being Manu now,” he was quoted saying.

For the uninitiated, Tanu Weds Manu that released in 2011, showcases the story of the two titular characters, how they meet and how complex their love story gets, eventually leading to marriage. Tanu Weds Manu Returns in 2015 spoke about their post marriage life which deals with their internal issues and the entry of yet another character named Datto who adds twist to the plot. While the 2011 release had garnered a positive response from the audience, the 2015 film managed to break records.

Speaking about Madhavan's forthcoming film Rocketry: The Nambi Effect, it marks the directorial debut of R Madhavan and is based on the life of the ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan. It is slated to release on July 1.

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: R Madhavan says he learnt to become star due to Shah Rukh Khan; reveals SRK always goes out of the way to make his wife Sarita ‘feel special’

Aryan Khan was arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau on the charges of being involved in a drug case. However, the star kid was given a clean chit by the court recently in the case and now owing to the same, Aryan moved the court on Thursday, requesting them to return his passport.

Aryan Khan was accused of being involved in a drug case after the NCB department conducted a raid on a Goa cruise which included some high profile names on the guest list. He was arrested and imprisoned due to the same, along with which his passport was seized due to the bail conditions. He was granted bail post 20 days of his imprisonment. However, in a charge sheet filed in May, the name of the star kid was not included. And later, Aaryan and five other accused were given a clean chit by the NCB due to insufficient evidence.

Owing to the same, Aryan Khan filed an application on Thursday with the help of his lawyers from the Desai Desai Carrimjee and Mulla firm, asking the court to return his passport, as per PTI reports. And in response to the same, the court has ordered NCB to file a reply before the next hearing which is expected to be held on July 13.

Also Read: Aryan Khan wishes his ‘baby sister’ Suhana Khan on her Bollywood debut with The Archies

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One of the greatest murder mysteries of Bollywood, Gupt, completes 25 years on July 4. Released in 1997, the film starring Bobby Deol, Manisha Koirala and Kajol was a super-hit due to the whodunit element, tight script, performances and of course, the unforgettable soundtrack. In short, Gupt is a landmark film in Bollywood. And when such an important film turns 25, the celebrations have to be there.

Bollywood Hungama has learnt that a special screening of the film will be held in Mumbai to celebrate its 25th anniversary. Popular radio station, Radio Nasha, has taken the initiative to organize the screening on Saturday, July 9, at Metro INOX Cinemas in South Mumbai. Interestingly, several members of the cast and crew will attend this show – lead actors Bobby Deol, Manisha Koirala and Kajol, director Rajiv Rai, writer and production designer Shabbir Boxwala, music director Viju Shah, etc. Fans will also get a chance to win tickets to this screening, and thus be a part of this unforgettable event.

A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Gupt has achieved cult status. It had worked big time in cinemas. Those who had seen it on the big screen would get a chance to once again see the film in a cinema hall. Many are huge fans of the film and songs but they were born after the release of the film or were too young when it had released in theatres. They’ll get to experience the magic of the film in all its glory. Also, the actors and other team members would share trivia about the film and that’ll be an icing on the cake.”

When contacted, Shabbir Boxwala exclusively told Bollywood Hungama, “The way Radio Nasha is planning it, I am very thrilled. At the time of the release, we couldn’t enjoy the success, due to certain reasons. We can finally enjoy the film’s success now. I told the same thing to Rajiv as well, that let’s enjoy it now. God has given us a chance (laughs)!”

He also said that “All the actors are also excited for the screening, including Mukesh Rishi and Dalip Tahil. Unfortunately, some cast members are no more, like Om Puri. He was a vital part of the film. Even Ashok ji (cinematographer Ashok Mehta). I’ll miss him the most.”

Radio Nasha has held several such screenings of significant films in the past. One of their most memorable events was the screening of Hum Aapke Hain Koun (1994), on its 25th anniversary. It was held on August 9, 2019, at Mumbai’s Liberty cinema. Salman Khan, Madhuri Dixit, director Sooraj Barjatya and many others had graced the screening. The way the lead actors danced and the way the cast and crew went down memory lane made it a very exciting occasion.

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: “Kabhi kabhi lagta sach mein aisi cheezein ho rahi hai?” – Bobby Deol speaks on popularity of Aashram

Ranveer Singh is set to celebrate his birthday in the US. A few days ago, he posted an image cheekily captioning it saying, “Waiting for my wife to comment.” To this, Deepika replied saying, “Come to me soonest!“ and it seems like Ranveer has taken a flight to head out of India to meet his beloved!

Ranveer has headed out of India to celebrate his birthday and he will be heading to meet Deepika, who is currently in the US. Sources say Ranveer might be celebrating his special day in Hawaii with Deepika.

On the work front, Deepika Padukone is currently shooting for Fighter with Hrithik Roshan. Ranveer, meanwhile, will be seen in Cirkus releasing in December 2022, and Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani in 2023.

ALSO READ: Deepika Padukone looks like a dream in a white gown with a statement neckpiece while attending Cartier's Beautés De Monde in Spain

It looks like Richa Chadha is gearing up for her next film for which she is taking diction and dance lessons in Kathak. Richa while growing up has already been a trained Kathak dancer. What's interesting is that Richa Chadha has been spotted outside Sanjay Leela Bhansali's office quite a few times in the recent past, and we had even reported earlier that the director is extremely busy gearing up for his digital debut, 'Heeramandi' these days.

A source close to the film's production says, "Heeramandi is one of the most ambitious projects to date for Sanjay sir. It being his digital debut which makes it even more special and challenging at the same time as one have to put their best foot forward. Richa has already been doing the look tests for the show and she is all set to play a crucial role. As part of it, she’s learning kathak now and the classes have already begun ahead of the series shoot next month in Mumbai. Richa aha been training for the last 2 weeks already and will continue training for another few days”.

Heeramandi will explore stories of courtesans and the hidden cultural reality of Heeramandi, a dazzling district, during pre-independent India. It’s a series about love, betrayal, succession, and politics in the kothas.

ALSO READ: Rekha in advanced talks with Sanjay Leela Bhansali for Heeramandi; grand announcement to be done shortly

Nine years after, Jiah Khan committed suicide, her ex-boyfriend Sooraj Pancholi, who has faced many accusations in the case, have moved the court against the victim’s mother Rabia Khan. As per reports, Sooraj has filed an application at the special CBI court to issue a non-bailable warrant, accusing her of delaying the trail.

Reportedly, Sooraj Pancholi filed a handwritten application, in which, it has been stated that Rabia Khan has been not been paying heed to the summons made by the prosecution. He has also accused Jiah Khan’s mother for not cooperating and avoiding to come to the court, thus, hindering the process of a speedy trial. As per these reports, Rabia has been summoned by the court in relation to the Jiah Khan death case, since February 2022. However, she has not been making these appearances and even filed replies to these summons twice stating that her internet was not working and the second time, she claimed that her home was flooded.

Considering the same, special CBI judge AS Sayyad has asked the CBI to respond to the application filed by Sooraj accusing Rabia of avoiding the court. If these reports are to be believed, after deposing about 14 witnesses, the CBI is yet to present a few more witness to the court.

Readers would be aware that Jiah Khan was found dead at her Juhu residence in 2013. The police investigation claimed that her then boyfriend Sooraj Pancholi was involved and he was arrested by the Juhu police for abetting the suicide. Followed by a series of trials, the Bombay High Court brought in the CBI to conduct further investigation, after which the latter asserted that the case was suicide. While Rabia Khan approached the court many times accusing Sooraj Pancholi’s involvement, in 2017, the latter with the help of his advocate Prashant Patil request the court to fast track the case trials.

Also Read: After Sushant Singh Rajput’s demise, Jiah Khan’s mother asks people to fight and protest the toxic behaviour in Bollywood

Being one of the cult romantic dramas of the early 2000s, the Hindi remake of the Tamil film Minnale, Rehnaa Hai Tere Dil Mein (RHTDM) was known for its music and R Madhavan had become a national crush with the film. Maddy aka Madhavan, who will now be making his directorial debut with Rocketry: The Nambi Effect, recently was asked about the remake of RHTDM and the actor believed that a film like that should not be remade. On the other hand, he also said that, in case it is remade, he would like Kartik Aaryan and Alia Bhatt to play the lead.

Readers would be aware that Rehnaa Hai Tere Dil Mein marked the debut of Dia Mirza and R Madhavan in Bollywood. The film also featured Saif Ali Khan in a pivotal role. Gautham Vasudev Menon, who also directed the original Tamil version titled Minnale, directed the Hindi version too. Speaking about the cult status the film has acquired over the years, R Madhavan referred to remake of the film as ‘foolishness’. In an interview with Pinkvilla, the actor said, “I think it’s foolishness, and that’s my opinion. I wouldn’t want to touch that. I wouldn’t do it as a producer. I wish them all the very best from the bottom of my heart, I do.”

He went on to call the remake of RHTDM as a ‘brave decision’ adding, “For the audiences it is more than a movie. It is sort of an anthem in some ways. It’s like almost saying that 15 years from now you want to remake 3 Idiots. I don’t think it's a sensible…”

On the other hand, when he was asked about Rehnaa Hai Tere Dil Mein dream cast for a remake in an India Today interview, the actor responded, “I don’t think the film will be made, but I don't know who else I will cast. But maybe, Kartik (Aaryan), Alia Bhatt maybe.”

Also Read: R. Madhavan: “Shah Rukh Khan went out of his way to be in Rocketry: The Nambi Effect” | Surya

Jannar Zubair has given some remarkable performances in television shows. She enjoys a massive fan following on social media. She engages with her fans via her official social media handle as she regularly posts about her life and keeps up with the recent trends.

Recently, Jannat took to her official Instagram handle to post a fun-filled, short video with the host of the stunt show Rohit Shetty. The two of them can be seen acting on a funny audio and the fans absolutely love it. She shared the reel on her account and the caption said, “Sir” with teary-eyed emojis. The reel went viral as soon as it was posted, and the fans are loving the bond between the host and the contestant of the show. Several fans dropped heart emojis in the comment section while others appreciated the friendship that they share.

 

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She has been a part of a variety of daily soaps. The actress is currently participating in Khatron Ke Khiladi season 12 hosted by Rohit Shetty. Jannat has been regularly giving her fans a little sneak peek as she is enjoying her time, shooting for the show in Cape Town. The actress has made headlines for being a part of dangerous and deadly stunts on the show.

Jannat Zubair is the youngest contestant on the stunt show. Recently, in conversation with ETimes, the actress revealed that the host of the show, Rohit Shetty calls her by a unique name. She said, “More than anything, my aim is to learn as many things as possible from our mentor Rohit Sir and from all my co-contestants. I love all the pampering that I get on the set, but when it comes to stunts, I get equally tough tasks; and I make it a point to always try and complete them to the best of my ability. Hence, I got the name ‘Chhota packet, bada dhamaka’ from Rohit Sir himself.”

Also Read: Khatron Ke Khiladi 12 contestant Rubina shares pictures from Cape Town as Jannat Zubair poses in front of a chopper

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is extending invitations to 397 distinguished artists and executives to join the organization in 2022. Membership selection is based on professional qualifications, with an ongoing commitment to representation, inclusion, and equity. This year's class of invitees includes 71 Oscar nominees, including 15 winners.

From India, Suriya and Kajol are among the 397 people that have been invited to become members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Director-writer Reema Kagti, producer Aditya Sood and documentary filmmakers Sushmit Ghosh and Rintu Thomas are also included in the list. International stars including Anya Taylor-Joy, Billie Eilish, Jamie Dornan, Dana Walden, and Leonard Maltin have been invited as well among others. According to Variety, "The 2022 class is 44% women, 37% belong to underrepresented ethnic/racial communities, and 50% are from 53 countries and territories outside the United States."

A selection of this year's invitees includes Michael Greyeyes (Wild Indian) to the Actors branch, Elodie Demey (Summer of 85) to Casting Directors, Martin Ruhe (The Tender Bar) to Cinematographers, Paul Tazewell (West Side Story) to Costume Designers, Andrew Ahn (Fire Island) to Directors, and Rintu Thomas and Sushmit Ghosh (Writing With Fire) to Documentary.

ALSO READ: Suriya meets reel and real life Nambi Narayanan; visits sets of R Madhavan starrer Rocketry: The Nambi Effect

Ritesh Sidhwani & Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Entertainment has announced the release date of their upcoming horror-comedy Phone Bhoot, starring Katrina Kaif, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Ishaan Khattar in lead roles. The film arrives in theatres on October 7, 2022.

Along with the release date, Farhan Akhtar unveiled the first poster of the film. He wrote, "#PhoneBhoot ki duniya mein aapka swagat hai. Arriving on 7th Oct, 2022 at cinemas near you."

#PhoneBhoot ki duniya mein aapka swagat hai. Arriving on 7th Oct, 2022 at cinemas near you.#KatrinaKaif #IshaanKhatter @SiddyChats @bindasbhidu #SheebaChaddha @EkThapaTiger #SurenderThakur @gurmmeet @excelmovies @ritesh_sid @raviivar @JasvinderBath pic.twitter.com/ThNyGLtZs8

— Farhan Akhtar (@FarOutAkhtar) June 28, 2022

Directed by Gurmmeet Singh and written by Ravi Shankaran and Jasvinder Singh Bath, Phone Bhoot is produced by Excel Entertainment, headed by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar.

ALSO READ: Phone Bhoot logo unveiled; Release date of the Katrina Kaif, Ishaan Khatter, Siddhant Chaturvedi film to be announced tomorrow

Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez appeared before Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday after fresh summons were initiated against her. The actress was reportedly grilled for 8 hours by ED in the conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar case. Jacqueline Fernandez flew to the capital to record her statement after the ED issued summons for a new round of questioning.

The actress was accused of having a connection with the infamous conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar and it was alleged that about Rs. 7.27 crores of funds were seized from the actress in the name of proceeds of crime. The actress has been previously questioned thrice in the same case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

According to a report in News 18 earlier, a fixed deposit worth Rs. 7.12 crore has been attached to Jacqueline Fernandez' name. Infact, the ED estimated that Sukesh gifted gifts "worth Rs 5.71 crore to Jacqueline using the extortion money. It is also said that Sukesh gave funds close to $173,000 and around 27,000 Australian dollars to a few close members of Jacqueline’s family."

In Sukesh Chandrasekhar’s statement recorded under Section 50 of the PMLA (Prevention of Money Laundering Act), Sukesh had said that he gave as many as 15 pairs of earrings, five Birkin bags, and other luxury goods from Chanel, Gucci to the actor. The conman also claimed that he gifted Jacqueline Fernandez Cartier bangles and rings and a bracelet by Tiffany & Co. in addition to Rolex watches. He also gave Jacqueline Fernandez jewellery worth Rs 7 crore and gifted her a horse called 'Espuelah'.

In addition, Sukesh Chandrashekhar also extended a loan of USD 150,000 to Jacqueline Fernandez's sister, who lives in the US. He also gave her a BMW X5 car and gifted Jacqueline Fernandez's parents a Maserati and her mother in Bahrain a Porsche. He also extended a loan of USD 50,000 to her brother in Australia.

In its charge sheet, the Delhi Police has accused Sukesh Chandrasekhar and 13 others of duping the wife of the former promoter of Ranbaxy to the tune of Rs 200 crore. Officials believe Chandrasekhar extorted Rs. 200 crore from the complainant by claiming that he would facilitate her husband's release from prison.

ALSO READ: Jacqueline Fernandez summoned by ED; actress appears for new round of questioning

Earlier in June 2022, Red Chillies Entertainment announced Jawan, a massive action entertainer, starring the megastar Shah Rukh Khan and helmed by director Atlee Kumar. The actor had also shared the first teaser and poster of the film which created quite an uproar amongst fans. The film stars Nayanthara in the lead role opposite SRK and will likely have a cameo from Deepika Padukone.

Now, Nayanthara has joined Shah Rukh Khan on the new schedule of Jawan after returning from her honeymoon with Vignesh Shivan. The schedule will be till mid-July. The actress had taken a break for her wedding and now is back to work to fulfill her work commitments.

Recently, while talking about Pathaan on his Instagram live, Shah Rukh Khan said, “Too early to say. There is still a long way to go. There is not much I can tell you about Jawan except the fact that I am having a great time as an actor. And Atlee, the director, it is a different kind of film. Everybody has seen his work. He makes outstanding mass-oriented films, again a genre I have never done. So, I wanted to try my hands on it. And I think me and Atlee have good chemistry. I bring in some (to the film), and he brings in some. Whatever we have done of Jawan is thrilling and exciting."

Red Chillies Entertainment presents Jawan, starring Shah Rukh Khan in the lead and produced by Gauri Khan. Jawan will be released on 2nd June 2023 in five languages making it Shah Rukh Khan’s first Pan India film.

With Jawan, Shah Rukh Khan is set to treat the audiences and his fans with three films next year, namely, Dunki, Pathaan & now Jawan.

ALSO READ: 30 Years of Shah Rukh Khan: SRK performs at Umang 2022, says 'for me the best way to celebrate is to work round the clock today to create more entertainment'

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Nambi Narayanan, the space-research scientist at the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) whose biopic opens this week, has tested positive for Covid. Madhavan, who plays Narayanan and directs the biopic is dismayed. “We, Nambi Sir and I were supposed to promote the film together. And we did go to several venues in India and abroad together. But now he has tested positive (for Covid). And I’m like, hell, this is not the way it was meant to be.”

Madhavan wanted the real Nambi Narayanan to take center stage. “That was the whole idea. I wanted the real Nambi Narayanan to take centre stage. But now I have to stand alone for the film. I feel really stressed.”

The good news is that everyone who has seen Rocketry is praising it. “By the grace of God, so far the film has only received bouquets. I want the story of Nambi Narayanan to be seen by the maximum number of people.”

Also Read: REVEALED: Shah Rukh Khan has a 20-minute role in both R Madhavan’s Rocketry – The Nambi Effect and Ranbir Kapoor-Alia Bhatt’s Brahmastra; SRK to be back in cinemas after 1287 days

Viewers would be aware that the new track of Zee TV’s ongoing prime time television show, Meet showcases Meet Hooda’s pregnancy and the Ahlawat family taking care of her and the baby. An impending 6-month leap in Meet will see Ashi Singh transform dramatically and turn into a Gujarati girl.

Speaking about the change in the track, in the upcoming episodes, after Meet Hooda delivers her baby, her evil sister Manushi (Sharain Khanduja) will be seen replacing the baby with a stillborn child. While everyone will be shattered thinking that Meet’s negligence resulted in such a tragedy, she will find out about Manushi’s evil plan and will try to find her real baby. However, amidst all these twists and turns, Meet will go missing and that’s when the show will take a six month leap. Post the leap, we will see the introduction of a new character – Manjiri (played by Ashi Singh), who is a coy, Gujarati girl and while she looks exactly like Meet Hooda, she is quite the opposite in terms of her characteristics.

A source close to the show, described Ashi’s new character Manjiri saying, “She is a garba dancer who stays with her grandmother and loves to dress up and dance to any tune. With Meet Hooda gone, we will also see how Meet Ahlawat has become stubborn and workaholic, who is focused only on his business and work life. However, he will meet Manjiri and will confuse her with Meet Hooda. He will soon realise that she is Manjiri, but he will still convince her to come to their home and enact as Meet Hooda as his father is really unwell and wishes to meet Meet Hooda before he dies! The upcoming episodes will create a lot of comedy, confusion, and drama for the audience, as some moments will make you feel that she is Meet who has changed her look, while other instances will make you believe that she is not Meet but Manjiri. “

Speaking about the new avatar, Ashi Singh added, “The upcoming episodes of Meet are going to be really exciting for the viewers as the show is going to take a leap of 6 months and the drama will surely keep everyone glued to their seats. In fact, post leap, I will be seen in a fresh new avatar as Manjiri, who is completely different from Meet Hooda. The only common element they share is their face. Her characteristics are completely different. This makes it really exciting for me as the new character not only gives me a fresh challenge, but the character of Manjiri is also very relatable for me as a person. Like her, I also love dancing and dressing up. I truly believe that the leap, my character’s introduction into the show, and the comedy that follows will surely entertain one and all. I just really hope our audience continues to shower us with their love and respect.”

While Manjiri’s entry into the Ahlawat house will bring about various twists and turns, the audience will surely be hooked as they witness her acting as Meet Hooda and trying to fulfil Rajvardhan's wish.

Also Read: “Shagun Pandey is taking care of me as if I am actually pregnant,” – Ashi Singh on shooting for Meet

With horror comedies gaining momentum in Bollywood currently, Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani is all set for a quirky ghost film. Titled Phone Bhoot, the film features a unique casting ensemble of Siddhant Chaturvedi, Ishaan Khatter and Katrina Kaif in lead roles. Now, the makers have unveiled an announcement poster of sorts and giving a glimpse of the horror comedy.

From what we hear, the track used for the video is supposedly the theme track of the film along with the logo of Phone Bhoot. A source close to the film confirmed, “Sharing the quirky video unit as with the theme track of the film, the makers are all set to reveal the theatrical release date tomorrow.” It was earlier being said that the film’s release will coincide with the anniversary of another Excel Entertainment film, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara but it seems that the makers have shifted the date.

 

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Besides them, actors like Katrina Kaif too took to social media to post this video. In the past too, the actors have shared several glimpses of the film through their posts on the behind-the-scenes fun. From playing outdoor games to fun indoor games, the boys, Siddhant Chaturvedi and Ishaan Khatter along with leading lady Katrina were seen having a gala time during their shoot experience.

On the other hand, after they unveiled the first look featuring the lead actors, Phone Bhoot has been making a good buzz around the corners owing to the fun ensemble who are coming together for the first time. Directed by Gurmmeet Singh and written by Ravi Shankaran and Jasvinder Singh Bath, Phone Bhoot is produced by Excel Entertainment, headed by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar.

Also Read: Ranveer Singh and Rohit Shetty’s Cirkus to arrive in cinemas on July 15, 2022; to clash with Katrina Kaif’s Phone Bhoot 

Ek Villain came, he saw and he conquered. And now, eight years later, he returns… After 8 years of the Ek Villain franchise is all set to return to 70MM! As the most anticipated action thriller of the year, Ek Villain Returns gears up for a theatrical release on July 29, 2022 - the makers of this gripping franchise launched its first look. Finally unmasking the ‘villain’, the teaser posters comprising of the ensemble cast John Abraham, Arjun Kapoor, Disha Patani and Tara Sutaria, have taken the excitement on the film a notch higher!

A source close to the film added, “The dark and intense teaser posters set the precedent for all that the audience can expect in the upcoming multi-starrer. The posters feature the star-cast in nefarious avatars with the famous Ek Villain Returns smiley mask and the slogan: ‘Heroes don’t exist’. This Mohit Suri directorial venture races for a theatrical release 8 years after its first instalment. With high octane action sequences along with major twists in its plot, Ek Villain 2 is also expected to feature a melodious and amazing music album that will leave the audience impressed like its prequel!”

Today marks the eight-year filmversary of the original film - Ek Villain, starring Sidharth Malhotra, Shraddha Kapoor, Riteish Deshmukh and Aamna Sharif and the makers have dropped the posters celebrating the franchise.

Starring a powerful ensemble cast including John Abraham, Arjun Kapoor, Disha Patani and Tara Sutaria, Ek Villain Returns will release worldwide on July 29, 2022. This is the first time the ensemble cast will be seen together. However, from what we hear, the sequel follows a different storyline while keeping up with the thrilling theme of the film. The movie is directed by Mohit Suri and jointly produced by T-Series and Balaji Telefilms.

Also Read: Ek Villain Returns: Masked ‘villain’ spotted in public places; Arjun Kapoor, Tara Sutaria, John Abraham, Disha Patani prep for his return

Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films is getting back into action with full force post the pandemic. Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learnt that Dinesh Vijan has greenlit as many as six new films in a range of genres for 2022–23 release. All these yet unannounced movies will be content-driven dramas made on tight budgets and will star actors such as John Abraham, Shraddha Kapoor, Vaani Kapoor, Yami Gautam, and Ayushmann Khurrana among others.

Revealing the lucrative lineup of Maddock Films, a source close to the development informed Bollywood Hungama, “Dinesh Vijan is scaling up his production lineup and has planned to roll at least six new films this year. This is in addition to his already announced films such as Bhediya, Tehran, and the yet-untitled Laxman Utekar film with Vicky Kaushal and Sara Ali Khan. There’s so much going on at Maddock Films right now, and the energy level out there is at an all-time high. You’ll soon hear multiple announcements coming out of Maddock Films, and mind you, it’s all very exciting."

The sources revealed that the company has already started shooting for two new films. One is the recently announced as Sector 36, a crime-thriller based on the Nithari serial murder that stars Vikrant Massey and Deepak Dobriyal in the lead, while the other is a female-oriented story that features Huma Qureshi and one more young actress. Come next month and John Abraham’s geo-political thriller Tehran will also start filming in the United Kingdom, eyeing a release in the first quarter of 2023. Vijan has also signed Vaani Kapoor for a social-comedy film, titled Sarvagunn Sampanna, which will see her playing a porn star look-alike fighting for her integrity in society. The Shonali Rattan Deshmukh-directed film will begin production in August.

Dinesh Vijan has then lined up a thriller film, titled Teacher’s Day, with Tabu headlining the cast. Mikhil Musale, who made his Bollywood debut with Vijan’s Rajkummar Rao-starrer Made in China, is directing this film that sees the Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 actress playing the role of a teacher for the first time in her three-decade career. The film will begin production in mid-August in Pune, and Vijan will begin work on the highly anticipated Stree prequel soon after. Shraddha Kapoor returns to tell the backstory of the girl who came to Stree and the complications she brought along, in this new part, titled Munjha. Marathi filmmaker Aditya Sarpotdar will direct this new film in Vijan’s horror-comedy cinematic universe.

These confirmed projects aside, Dinesh Vijan is working on several more films and is in talks with actors such as Ayushmann Khurrana, Aditya Roy Kapur, Rakul Preet, Kiara Advani, Pooja Hegde, and Tara Sutaria, among others. The producer has also signed Akshay Kumar for an action-based thrilling drama set against the backdrop of the Indian Air Force, which will go on floors in the first quarter of next year. They are also doing a comedy-thriller with Yami Gautam and Sunny Kaushal, which is shot and ready and will soon be released on an OTT platform. Laxman Utekar is also directing one more film for the banner, however, the details of that are not known as yet. They are also working on the adaptation of Anuja Chauhan’s best-selling novel, Club You to Death.

In addition to all these feature films, Maddock Films has also lined up two web series for the coming year. While the Amazon Prime series, Jee Karda is a coming-of-age show that delves into the lives of a close-knit group of seven childhood friends, trying to steer their way through adulthood, and stars Tamannaah Bhatia, Aashim Gulati, Anya Singh, and Hussain Dalal in the lead, its Disney+ Hotstar series Saas Bahu Aur Cocaine which is a crime-thriller revolving around women working in the drug business. Radhika Madan and Dimple Kapadia play the leads in this Homi Adajania-directed show.

Also Read: Akshay Kumar and Dinesh Vijan to join hands for a film on Indian Air Force

Bollywood actors Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor, who tied the knot in April 2022, are expecting their first child. The actress, who is currently in London shooting for her Hollywood film Heart Of Stone, took to Instagram to announce her pregnancy news. Alia Bhatt on Monday took to her Instagram to share a photo from the hospital in which she and Ranbir Kapoor are seeing a sonogram. "Our baby ….. coming soon."

Since the announcement dropped on Instagram, Alia Bhatt's comment section is filled with congratulatory messages from fans, friends, and colleagues from the industry.

 

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Karan Johar, Priyanka Chopra, Parineeti Chopra, Ishaan Khatter, Tiger Shroff, and Ranbir's sister Riddhima Kapoor Sahni among others sent their best wishes to the pair.

Even popular Thai actor Mile Phakphum Romsaithong, who is currently starring in the popular series KinnPorsche, took to comment sections to congratulate Alia. It is to be noted that ever since Gangubai Kathiawadi arrived on Netflix, the actress has become quite popular among Thailand actors. Many have taken to social media in the last couple of months to praise Alia's performance.

Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor got hitched in an intimate ceremony on April 14 with close friends and family in attendance. The couple dated for several years before getting married. Their ceremony was widely covered in news and on social media.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor will star in Brahmastra which is releasing on September 9, 2022. The film is helmed by Ayan Mukerji.

ALSO READ: Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor expecting first child, announce pregnancy on social media 

Bollywood actors Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor, who got married in April 2022, are expecting their first child. The actress, who is currently in London shooting for her Hollywood film Heart Of Stone, took to Instagram to announce her pregnancy news.

Alia Bhatt on Monday took to her Instagram to share a photo from the hospital in which she and Ranbir Kapoor are seeing a sonogram. "Our baby ….. coming soon."

 

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Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor got hitched in an intimate ceremony on April 14 with close friends and family in attendance. The couple dated for several years before getting married. Their ceremony was widely covered in news and on social media.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor will star in Brahmastra which is releasing on September 9, 2022. The film is helmed by Ayan Mukerji.

ALSO READ: Alia Bhatt reviews mother-in-law Neetu Kapoor and Varun Dhawan’s new movie Jugjugg Jeeyo – “You’re mind blowing”

This year, ZEE TV gave young kids an opportunity to display their love for dance as it launched DID L'il Masters Season 5. Thousands of kids auditioned to be a part of the show and exhibit their talent, but only a handful made it to the Grand Premiere episode. The top 15 went on to dance their hearts out, impressing one and all in the process. And now, after a successful run of three months full of dance and entertainment, DID L’il Masters culminated with a finale on 26th June 2022. To support the top 5 contestants during the fantastic finale, the star cast of Jugjugg Jeeyo - Anil Kapoor, Kiara Advani, Varun Dhawan, Prajakta Koli, and Maniesh Paul appeared on the show and we have to say that they brought the house down with their funny antics, intriguing anecdotes, and enchanting dance moves. All the celebrity guests along with the DID L’il Masters judges – Remo D’Souza, Sonali Bendre, and Mouni Roy also cheered the top 5 contestants to give their best during their finale acts.

While the contestants - Sagar, Nobojit, Appun, Adhyashree, and Rishita impressed one and all with their impressive finale acts, it was the season’s most consistent performer, Nobojit, who took home the trophy. Acing every challenge and giving tough competition to Nobojit were Appun and Adhyashree, who were announced as the first and second runner-up respectively. Apart from the fantastic finalists of the show, one special contestant who won everyone’s hearts during the finale episode was Ahmed Raja. All the finalists including Ahmed Raja were given cash prizes as a special surprise from DID L’il Masters.

Winner of DID L'il Masters Season 5, Nobojit mentioned, "DID L’il Masters has truly given me everything that I dreamed for! The reality show has given several talented kids a platform to showcase their talent and I am really happy that I could also display my dancing skills and win everyone’s heart. I worked really hard to reach here and I danced my heart out every week. My skipper Vaibhav and the judges – Remo Sir, Mouni Ma’am and Sonali Ma’am really helped me learn and grow and I am extremely thankful for their support and encouragement. I must mention that I also made a lot of new friends through DID L’il Masters and while I will miss all the rehearsals, fun, and masti, I am sure that there are a lot of good things coming my way after winning this popular reality show."

Talking about Nobojit’s victory and his experience with this season, judge Remo D’Souza said, “Nobojit has been a fabulous performer, and I have seen his/her evolution at every stage of this season. He/she is a true winner. I must add that as a judge and mentor, I have thoroughly enjoyed this season, and I am glad that I was able to witness such amazing talent perform in front of us. This season of DID L’il Masters has been a fun-filled journey for all of us and every contestant is close to my heart. I wish them a lot of love and luck for their future and wish the best for each one of them."

Judge Sonali Bendre also expressed, "Congratulations Nobojit, I am so proud of you. This is such a well-deserved win that was possible because of the amount of hard work, dedication and passion that he/she put in every day. While we crowned a champion today, in my mind and heart, every one of our contestants is a winner because the passion and talent they have is truly incredible. I hope to see them grow and excel outside of this show. I have had such an amazing time with my fellow judges, the incredible contestants, skippers, and our fabulous crew. I am carrying back so many memories and lasting friendships.”

Judge Mouni Roy shared, "Nobojit has been one of the strongest contenders amongst all the talented contestants that we came across, and it is truly his/her hard work and zeal to win that has enabled him/her to win the title today. While I am thrilled with his/her victory, I am also pleased to see that each contestant has grown through this platform and come a long way from where they began. I am sure they all have a bright future ahead of them and I wish the best for each one of them!"

While the fantastic 5 finalists - Sagar, Nobojit, Appun, Adhyashree, and Rishita gave awe-inspiring performances, the fantastic finale of DID L’il Masters was also packed with some breath-taking performances and power-packed acts by the ex-contestants of this season. In fact, the Fantastic Finale episode commenced with power-packed performances by the Top-15 contestants of the show, along with their skippers - Vartika Jha, Vaibhav Ghuge, and Paul Marshal. While they delivered a spectacular performance on various iconic Bollywood songs, judges - Sonali Bendre, Remo D’Souza and Mouni Roy also set the stage on fire, leaving the contestants and the audience cheering and hooting for more. Adding some much-needed humour to the evening, famous comedian Bharti Singh also joined Jay Bhanushali as his co-anchor and kept the audience entertained throughout the night. The Jug Jugg Jeeyo cast also enthralled the viewers and left everyone hooked to their TV screens. All in all, yet another fabulous season of DID L’il Masters culminated with a bang!

ALSO READ: Shilpa Shetty fulfills the dream of DID L’il Masters contestant Sagar

Musician j-hope of juggernaut  BTS will release his new solo album Jack In The Box on July 15. BIGHIT MUSIC made the announcement on the global fandom platform Weverse today.

Jack In The Box lends voice to j-hope’s aspirations to break the mold and grow further. The album represents j-hope’s own musical personality and vision as an artist.

Ahead of the album release, the album’s 1st single will be unveiled on July 1.

Jack In The Box marks j-hope the first BTS member to embark on “BTS' chapter 2.”

j-hope’s first mixtape Hope World (March 2018) expressed his honest emotions and personal narratives, suggesting his vision as an artist. Globally-famed “Chicken Noodle Soup (feat. Becky G)” released in 2019 showcased his own musical personality with exhilarating energy and performance.

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Over the past couple of weeks, Varun Dhawan, Kiara Advani, Anil Kapoor, and Neetu Kapoor have been on the promotional tour for their recent release,  Jugjugg Jeeyo. Produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions and Viacom 18, directed by Raj Mehta, the film arrived in theatres on Friday, June 24.  The family entertainer focuses on the two generation of couples who are on the verge of divorces. While the film has hit the theatres, especially the track, ‘The Punjaabban Song’ has been a viral hit. However, there’s an interesting dynamic between Kiara and the production house Dharma that has come a long way.

Dharma Productions and Kiara Advani have already worked together on several projects including Shershaah and Good Newwz – both of which have gone onto become successes whereas the digital releases Guilty and Lust Stories have been a breakout moment for Kiara Advani. Coming together for fifth time, with Jugjugg Jeeyo, the pair has once again given a winner.

Meanwhile, Kiara Advani has an array of projects in the pipeline including another one under the same banner, Govinda Mera Naam with Vicky Kaushal and Bhumi Pednekar. Now, all eyes on the sixth collaboration between the studio and the star.

Also Read: Jugjugg Jeeyo star Varun Dhawan reveals Karan Johar loves to hang out with Gen Z instead of grown-ups; “Hum jaana bhi nahi chahte”, says Anil Kapoor on not hanging out with him

The Anees Bazmee directorial Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 starring Kartik Aaryan released five weeks ago. Since then there has been no stopping the film at the box office. However, now post its OTT release, the business of the Bhushan Kumar – Murad Khetani production has begun slowing down. However, despite this the film, which has raked in Rs. 184.32 crore, is gradually inching its way to the Rs. 200 crore mark.

In this box office report, we look at the success of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 while comparing the film to Kartik Aaryan’s previous releases, in terms of in theatre footfalls. Not surprisingly, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 enjoyed a massive spate of advance bookings, and emerged as Kartik’s biggest release. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 has crossed the 10 million footfalls mark within the domestic market. As compared to Kartik’s previous releases, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 leads, with Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety coming in second place with 9.13 million footfalls, Luka Chuppi coming in third with 6.62 million footfalls.

In terms of collections, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 has emerged as Kartik Aaryan’s highest grossing film. Currently, with collections trickling in, predictions claim that the film might inch closer to Rs. 200 crore over the coming week.

Also Read: Kartik Aaryan starrer Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 soars high with 4.12 million hours viewership on Netflix

Five weeks ago, we saw the release of the Anees Bazmee directorial Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. Starring Kartik Aaryan, the film that opened on a good note saw its business increase multi-fold as the weeks progressed. In fact, the Bhushan Kumar – Murad Khetani productions venture that also featured Kiara Advani has been doing rather well, managing to cross the Rs. 100 crore and Rs. 150 crore mark. Now, at the close of its fifth week running, the film's business has slowed down, but is inching its way closer to the Rs. 200 crore mark.

As Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 dominates the box office window, looking back at Kartik Aaryan’s last five releases at the box office what stands out is the fact that the actor has been doing rather well. In fact, among the last five releases Kartik has enjoyed one blockbuster in the form of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, which has collected Rs. 183.81 crore, one super-hit in the form of Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety (2018) that drew in Rs. 108.95 crore, two hits with Pati Patni Aur Woh (2019) and Luka Chuppi (2019) that collected Rs. 86.89 crore and Rs. 94.75 crore respectively. The sole underperformer at the box office among Kartik’s last five release being the 2020 release Love Aaj Kal that drew in Rs. 34.99 crore.

With four out of five films working magic at the box office, Kartik Aaryan has fast emerged as one of the most bankable young stars. Going forward, the actor who is currently riding high on the success of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 has his hands full with multiple projects. With Shehzada, Captain India, Freddy and Satyanarayan Ki Katha, Kartik Aaryan is certainly a busy man.

Also Read: Kartik Aaryan talks about his love for football and his favourite team: “I used to bunk classes in school to play football”

Meera Chopra is renowned for her bold choices of roles on screen. Her upcoming film Super Woman is India's first film on asexuality. The first look of another film featuring Meera, titled Safed, was recently unveiled in the latest edition of the famous Cannes Film Festival.

On Super Woman, Meera Chopra said, "I was so intrigued by the script. The term 'asexual' is alien to Indians. So many women and men struggle to make their peers understand how they feel about it. While researching for the film, I came across jaw-dropping statistics on the number of suicides and forced marriages of asexual women. It is alarming! With "Super Women," we aim to bring a ray of hope to people who are struggling to convey their real feelings to society."

Sharing his thoughts, Piiyush Singh, Chief Operating Officer, Golden Ratio Films said, "As a production company, GRF has a reputation for producing films that the general public can identify with. Super Woman is a special cinema that sheds light on a theme that will resonate widely with discerning audiences."

On her recent film Safed's outing at the Cannes Film Festival, Meera stated, "It was a surreal and overwhelming experience for us. We were wearing the badge to represent our country and represent the revolution in Indian cinema. 'Safed' is a heart-warming film that shows the true essence of the struggles faced by widows and transgenders in society. A.R Rahman unveiled the first look of our film, making it even more special. "

Meera added, "Super Woman is an ode to all the superwomen out there who are defying societal norms. The world out there needs to know that a woman cannot be defined by her sexuality. ‘Sexual' or 'asexual,' every woman has the ability to conquer the world. We are not the 'weaker' sex anymore. A woman's greatest strength doesn't lie in her sexuality, it lies in her character, her spirit, and her personality. A woman’s worth is beyond her sexuality and our film states this beautifully. While researching I was appalled to see documentaries that belittled women merely as sex objects."

Super Woman has been directed by Zaigham Imam, who is globally known in the film festival circuit for his remarkable body of work and features stalwarts like Tigmanshu Dhulia and Poonam Dhillon. The film has been produced by Golden Ratio films.

ALSO READ: Meera Chopra attends the Better World Fund event at Cannes Film festival

Ranbir Kapoor is playing a larger-than-life character for the first time in his career with the action entertainer Shamshera. Ranbir, who is coming to the big screen four years after he delivered the blockbuster Sanju, wowed everyone and also caught people by surprise when the trailer of the much-awaited film dropped! Ranbir is playing the father, Shamshera, and the son, Balli, in this revenge spectacle! This is the first time Ranbir is playing two characters in the same film!

Ranbir spills the beans on the fact that he was only approached to play Balli but he convinced producer Aditya Chopra and film-maker Karan Malhotra to trust him with the character of Shamshera too! He says, “When the film was narrated to me, it wasn’t really offered to me as a double role. But when I heard the story, my immediate response to Aditya Chopra and Karan Malhotra was that let me play the father also!”

He explains, “Because it is such a great role, it is such an interesting, juicy part for an actor to play. Then, I really had to convince Adi and Karan. I think after that Karan did a couple of look tests and that’s when he got convinced also. So, initially, it wasn’t offered to me but it hooked me thoroughly as an actor. They were two unique characters and for an actor like me, to play two distinctive characters and make them different was very challenging and very exciting for me.”

 

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The story of Shamshera is set in the fictitious city of Kaza, where a warrior tribe is imprisoned, enslaved and tortured by a ruthless authoritarian general Shudh Singh. This is the story of a man who became a slave, a slave who became a leader and then a legend for his tribe. He relentlessly fights for his tribe's freedom and dignity. His name is Shamshera.

The high-octane, adrenaline-pumping entertainer is set in the 1800s in the heartland of India. It has the big promise of a never seen before Ranbir Kapoor, who plays Shamshera in the film! Sanjay Dutt plays Ranbir’s arch-enemy in this huge casting coup and his showdown with Ranbir will be something to watch out for as they will ferociously go after each other with no mercy.

Directed by Karan Malhotra, this action extravaganza has been produced by Aditya Chopra and is set to release in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu on July 22, 2022.

ALSO READ: Shamshera Trailer: Ranbir Kapoor leads freedom of his tribe in fight against ruthless Sanjay Dutt with epic ending twist