Bollywood Hungama was the first to inform that the first look poster of Karan Johar’s next will be launched on his birthday on May 25. Following months of anticipation around Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, which marks Karan Johar’s return to director’s chair after seven years, the filmmaker is set to unveil the first look of the movie on May 25. Marking his 25th year in the film industry and starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in the lead roles, the film is an ode to love in all its grandeur and beauty.

Karna Johar on Wednesday took to social media to share a video when has moments of love from movies like Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, My Name Is Khan, Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, Student Of The Year and Ae Dil Hai Mushkil. He wrote, “Nothing but gratitude for the magical 25 years I have spent in the director’s chair. I learnt, I grew, I wept, I laughed - I lived. And tomorrow, another piece of my heart will be yours to see and I could not be more ecstatic as I celebrate my birthday with you all. With a kahaani that has prem written all over it. See you tomorrow. #RockyAurRaniKiPremKahaani first look out tomorrow! In cinemas 28th July.”

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Dharma Productions shared, “It's the dawning of a new era of love! After bringing to you stories of pyaar & dosti that still hold a special place in the hearts across the seven seas - it's now time to hit play on a new season, with a 'prem kahaani' that's been directed by the captain himself, #KaranJohar as he completes 25 years as a filmmaker.”

“A while back Dharma Productions had released the logo of Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, now the film is ready and the makers will be officially releasing the first look poster later in May. Making the launch special, especially since it will mark Karan’s return to the directorial seat, plans are being set to reveal the poster on May 25, which will coincide with the filmmaker’s birthday”, reveals the well-placed source to Bollywood Hungama recently.

Detailing further, the source added, “The entire promotion campaign for Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani will start after the poster launch on May 25. So expect a grand unveiling ceremony that will also mark Karan’s 51st birthday.”

The movie stars Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan and Shabana Azmi. It will release on July 28 in theatres. ALSO READ: First poster of Ranveer Singh – Alia Bhatt starrer Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani to be launched on Karan Johar’s birthday

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’”

Earlier today evening Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions shared a rather cryptic message on their official twitter handle, talking about an impending announcement. As per the post on Twitter, a mega announcement is about Karan returning to the director’s seat in a new avatar, essentially beginning a new era. Well, Bollywood Hungama is the first to inform you that the film in question is a two-hero action venture that will see Karan at the helm. If what we hear is true, the yet untitled venture will feature Tiger Shroff and Varun Dhawan in lead roles.

Sharing details, a well-placed source exclusively tells Bollywood Hungama, “On May 25, Karan will be turning a year old, and with that he intends on embarking on a new journey of filmmaking. So far Karan’s forte in filmmaking has been family dramas and romantic stories. However, he is eager to try his hand with the action genre.” Ask for why the sudden shift and the source continues, “For 25 years now Karan has been doing a certain kind of cinema, and he is looking to experiment and change. Change is always good, and given his experience in filmmaking, it will most certainly be a cake walk for him. But yes, action is the new genre that Karan is looking at right now.”

Further talking about the casting, the source continues, “Tiger Shroff has already established himself as an action star with films like Heropanti, Baaghi, and War. He has excelled in entertaining the audience with his high-octane stunts and perfect execution. So, it comes as no surprise that Karan has roped him to feature as one of the two leads in the new project. As for Varun Dhawan, he too has had his share of action film, though they were action dramas or comedies, he has proved that he has what it takes to become an action hero.”

Though currently only Tiger and Varun have been locked as the male leads of the film, Karan is busy working to lock the female leads as well. Interestingly, the source reveals, that Karan has been toying with the idea of tyring something new for a while now, “Karan has been looking for a shift in genres, and with action films doing well, and being well received by the audience he feels that this is the perfect genre for his to start.”

While the official announcement of the project is likely tomorrow, we are already eager to hear more details of the project.

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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

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.

Also Read: Splitsvilla 9 fame Aditya Singh Rajput found dead in Mumbai apartment; suspected drug overdose

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

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan recently chatted with a cancer patient and even promised to provide financial help. A patient named Shivani Chakraborty made a last wish that she wanted to speak to Shah Rukh Khan and her daughter penned a note on Twitter in order to make her mother's last wish come true.

In a chat with Aaj Tak, Shivani had said that she wanted the Pathaan star to “bless my daughter” and even promised to visit Kolkata and attend her daughter's wedding. She had earlier said, “I will cook for him something that we eat at our home every day. He loves Bengal so he might enjoy the homely meal I hope to cook for him.”Shah Rukh Khan made a 30-minute call and each time he said bye, he continued the conversation.

#ShahRukhKhan had a good warm 40 min chat with His FAN, Shivani Chakraborty, also Told He'll help her financially & will attend Her Daughter's Marriage & also He'll Visit her & have a Fish Meal in her Home Kolkata. Undoubtedly, Biggest Yet Most Humble Star ever was, is & will ❤️ pic.twitter.com/3poiIwYLlN

— Shah Rukh Khan Warriors FAN Club (@TeamSRKWarriors) May 23, 2023

On the work front, Shah Rukh Khan was last seen in Pathaan. The film’s collections crossed over Rs. 1000 crore at the worldwide box office. It was released in theatres on January 25, 2023. The film also starred Deepika Padukone and John Abraham while it was directed by Siddharth Anand.

He will also be seen in Atlee's Jawan on September 7, 2023. The film also stars Vijay Sethupathi and Nayanthara. Deepika is making a cameo in the film. He also has Rajkumar Hirani’s Dunki. The film is backed by Shah Rukh Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment. It will release on the big screen on December 22, 2023. The film also stars Taapsee Pannu in the lead role along with Satish Shah and Boman Irani. ALSO READ: Shah Rukh Khan drops adorable birthday post for daughter Suhana Khan; says, “Today is the day to…”

Satyaprem Ki Katha is one of the keenly awaited films because of its pair of Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani. Both the actors have become stars over the last few years, courtesy some successful films. More importantly, their last outing together in the form of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 struck gold at the box office.

Being a love story, Satyaprem Ki Katha has music playing a major role. Kartik has kick-started a song shoot for the film since yesterday at Mumbai’s Madh Island. The track is choreographed by Bosco Martis.

Bollywood Hungama has come to know that the song is shot on a large scale. A huge set has been erected at Madh for the same. The song also features a large number of background dancers. Interestingly, some among them are professional Kathakali dancers as well.

After the shoot of this particular song gets completed, it will be a wrap for Satyaprem Ki Katha. The film is all set to release in theatres on June 29.

Satyaprem Ki Katha marks the Bollywood debut of filmmaker Sameer Vidwans. He has been a known and successful Marathi filmmaker since a decade. Some of his popular films in the language include Time Please, Double Seat, Anandi Gopal and Dhurala. He made his Marathi web series debut in 2021 with the second season of MX Player’s Samantar, which starred Swapnil Joshi, Nitish Bharadwaj, Sai Tamhankar and Tejaswini Pandit.

Also Read: Satyaprem Ki Katha makers drop first poster featuring Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani on Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 anniversary

Filmmaker Raj Kumar Gupta is known for making socially relevant hard-hitting films like Aamir, No One Killed Jessica, Raid and India’s Most Wanted. He is now all set to make his web-series debut in a show that is yet untitled. It’s produced by Ronnie Screwvala and it stars Riteish Deshmukh in the lead.

The story of the show will revolve around the pharma industry of India. The team has already started shooting the show in Chandigarh. It is all set to stream on Voot Select.

The show will also make Riteish’s debut in the web series space. In the past, he had done a web show Pyaar Actually, but he was a part of just one of the four anthological stories. He also did another web show called Case Toh Banta Hai but that was more into the non-fiction zone where he played himself, along with Varun Sharma.

Riteish was last seen in the Marathi movie Ved, which saw him paired opposite his wife and actress Genelia Deshmukh. The film was also his directorial debut which went onto become one of the biggest hits in Marathi cinema.

Raj Kumar Gupta’s last project India’s Most Wanted was released back in 2019. It starred Arjun Kapoor in the lead along with Rajesh Sharma among others. The aforementioned web show will be a comeback of sorts for him.

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

After a successful first season, Bigg Boss OTT is all set to return on VOOT with its second season.  While there are many names of contestants doing the rounds, the latest one is that of creative producer Mahesh Poojary. Although there has been no confirmation, sources close to the contestant have been asserting that he will be a part of Bigg Boss OTT 2.

A source close to the contestant confirmed the developments adding, “Yes, Mahesh Poojary has been approached for the show and the talks are on between him and the makers. He is quite keen to join the show and will be signing on the dotted line soon. For the unversed, Mahesh Poojary has worked as a creative producer for television, web series and songs in entertainment industry.

Besides him, other names that are doing the rounds include Sushmita Sen’s brother Rajeev Sen, who had recently confessed that he has been approached for the show, newly turned father Zaid Darbar, son of Ismail Darbar and husband of Gauahar Khan, model and reality show star Poonam Pandey, digital celebrity Faisal Shaikh aka Mr. Faisu, reality show star Munawar Farooqui among others.

While the last season was hosted by Karan Johar, rumours had it that the filmmaker will be hosting the second season. However, now it is being said that Bigg Boss host Salman Khan will be hosting on the OTT platform too. While the television Bigg Boss recently had its sixteenth season, the OTT follows a slightly different format. Moreover, audiences get to witness more updates on what their contestants are up to in the house.

The first season of Bigg Boss OTT featured celebrities like Divya Agarwal, Uorfi Javed, Bollywood actors Shamita Shetty and Raqesh Bapat, choreographer Nishant Bhat, singer Neha Bhasin, popular television actress Ridhima Pandit, among others with Divya winning the trophy.

Also Read: Salman Khan to bring the Bigg Boss magic to OTT, shooting for a promo featuring Raftaar: Report

The popular television sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has been making consistent headlines for a variety of reasons, sparking controversies within its production. The makers of the series have recently faced allegations from several former cast members. Another former actor to join the list is Priya Ahuja, who used to play the character of Rita Reporter.

For the unversed, initially, Shailesh Lodha, a former star of TMKOC, accused the show's makers of delaying his payment. More recently, Jennifer Mistry Bansiwal came forward, accusing not only the production team but also Asit Kumar Modi, the creator of the show, of harassment. Following these revelations, Monika Bhadoriya, who portrayed the character of Bawri, shed light on the behind-the-scenes struggles of being an actor on the show.

In an interview with the Times Of India, Priya asserted, “The artists have to go through mental harassment when they work on Taarak Mehta. Asit Kumarr Modi bhai, Sohil Ramani or Jatin Bajaj (he’s like my younger brother) they never misbehaved with me. But as far work is concerned I’ve been subjected to unfair treatment.”

The actress further stated that she was completely unaware of her character's trajectory, even after her director husband's departure from the show. Priya revealed that she had attempted to seek clarification from the makers but received no response. Furthermore, she recounted instances where the show's producer, Asit Modi had made sexist remarks. She recalled, “Asit bhai has told me this many times ‘Malav is earning then why do you have to worry? You enjoy life like a queen.”

Ahuja also added that it is “unfortunate” that she did not get the basic respect despite working with the team for 14 long years. Speaking of the professional front, Priya recently made a comeback on the TV screens with StarPlus’ Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin.

Also Read: Former TMKOC star Monika Bhadoriya comments on Disha Vakani’s absence; says, “Asit Modi must have misbehaved with her”

Adah Sharma’s The Kerala Story is now the single most successful female-hero film of all times in Hindi. But Adah is already looking ahead. “In my next The Game Of Girgit, I play a cop. It's a cool film based on this app called the Blue Whale app. There was this whole thing a few years back. This game created quite an uproar. It should release soon on an OTT platform,” she informed.

Adah was busy with other projects while shooting for The Kerala Story. “I've shot The Game Of Girgit and two more films before The Kerala Story. Kerala happened to release first. We shot The Game Of Girgit in Bhopal last August. There’s one more film I did with Darsheel Safary, who was in Taare Zameen Par. That’s also a strange thriller, a lot of fun and creepy,” added Adah.

Adah, who celebrated her birthday on May11, sheepishly admits that she received far more attention on this birthday than ever before.

Directed by Sudipto Sen and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, The Kerala Story also stars Yogita Bihani, Siddhi Idnani and Sonia Balani. The film tells the story of three college girls, who are persuaded to convert to Islam by a fellow female student.

Also Read: Adah Sharma opens up about film industry uncertainties; says, “Every film I do I think that it will be my last”

Fans of the popular reality show Bigg Boss have something to cheer about as Salman Khan gears up to host Bigg Boss OTT season 2. Following the conclusion of Bigg Boss 16 in February, viewers have been eagerly awaiting the return of the daily drama that the show brings. After Karan Johar hosted the first season of Bigg Boss OTT, which saw Divya Agarwal emerge as the winner, Salman Khan is all set to take the reins for the upcoming season.

As per a report by Indian Express, the Bollywood superstar was recently confirmed for the show and is scheduled to shoot the promo with rapper-singer Raftaar at Filmcity on Saturday. A source told the portal, “While a few contestants are almost locked, conversations with others are at different stages. The makers want to make an official announcement with Salman via a promo soon. The Bollywood star is shooting with Raftaar, and the two will have a jugalbandi kind of sort in the teaser video. The video will drop in a couple of days.”

The news of Salman Khan's involvement has sparked excitement among fans, and the show's makers are leaving no stone unturned to ensure a swift production process. With Jio Studios recently announcing an extensive content slate, the inclusion of Bigg Boss OTT on the Jio Cinemas and Voot Select platforms aims to attract a wider audience to their streaming services.

The combination of Salman Khan's hosting prowess and the popularity of Bigg Boss is expected to create a buzz among viewers. The digital format of the reality show allows for an even more immersive and interactive experience, keeping audiences engaged and entertained throughout the season.

Also Read: Salman Khan pens a note for his bodyguard Shera on his birthday, shares a new photo

Aamir Dalvi is gearing up for his much-awaited entry into Bollywood with the film Kennedy, helmed by the critically acclaimed director Anurag Kashyap. Aamir has previously impressed audiences with his roles in popular shows such as Shapath-Supercops VS Supervillains, Sanskaar Laxmi, Devanshi, Zindagi’s Bhaage Re Mann, and Aladdin. Kennedy and its noir thriller storyline explore the theme of redemption against the backdrop of the pandemic, shedding light on its impact across various walks of life.

Aamir had the opportunity to collaborate with Anurag Kashyap, who is known for granting actors the creative freedom to approach their scenes and characters. Although initially nervous, Aamir soon discovered that Anurag's distinctive style didn't require extensive preparation from the actors. Instead, Anurag prefers them to be present on set and allows the magic to unfold naturally.

During rehearsals, Aamir found himself unsure of what to expect as he was given no specific instructions. However, when the first shot took place, Anurag's excitement was palpable. Subsequently, Anurag meticulously explained the intricacies of the scene and the character, equipping Aamir with a comprehensive understanding of his role. This experience taught Aamir the valuable lesson that Anurag champions actors' creative autonomy, enabling them to present their unique interpretation of a scene and character. In Kennedy, Aamir portrays the film's antagonist, a character also seeking redemption. ALSO READ: Karishma Modi to make her Cannes debut with Anurag Kashyap directorial Kennedy; calls it “an artiste’s dream”

Anuradha Paudwal has been in the news for the last couple of days for heavily criticizing the trend of remixes of old songs in new Bollywood movies. In an interview with Indian Express, she specifically spoke about the remix of her song ‘Aaj Phir Tum Pe’ from Dayavan, which was remixed in Hate Story 2, and expressed the kind of negative impact it had on her.

Paudwal has now clarified that her comments were against the remix of the song and not Arijt Singh in particular, who sung the remix along with Samira Koppikar. In a statement released, the veteran singer said, “I have always preferred the original song to a remix. Many people feel the same. My comment about ‘Aaj Phir Tum Pe’ was about the remix, not the singer. Remixes should do justice to the original song. So many 90s songs are redone but they don’t do any justice to the original. We have also done tributes to music composers but they were done gracefully.”

She added, “I would urge (the) respectable media not to sensationalise statements. Isn’t there enough in the world to talk about? If they must, let them speak about the cause we have taken up of gifting sound to the underprivileged.”

Recalling her reaction to the remix of ‘Aaj Phir Tum Pe’ remix, Paudwal had said, “That had happened when someone asked me to listen to this (remix) from Dayavan. That person told me it is a super-duper hit track and sent it to me. I was in tears when I heard it. I immediately switched to YouTube and heard my original song from the film multiple times. Tab jaake mere mann mein shaanti aayi (Only then I found peace).”

Also Read: “Arijit Singh assisted me, I knew he was going to make it big,” composer Lalit Pandit pays tribute to the singer on his birthday

Bollywood actor Sara Ali Khan recently made her Cannes Film Festival debut. At the French Riviera, the actress confirmed that her younger brother Ibrahim Ali Khan is gearing up for his Bollywood debut. She said that he recently wrapped shooting for his first film.

In an interview with Film Companion, Sara Ali Khan said, “You know, he just finished shooting his first film as an actor, which I can’t believe.”

Sara Ali Khan said that every time Ibrahim returned from school or his current shoots, she and her mother Amrita Singh would greet him with affection. She said, “That is when I realized, I do have the heart of my mother. Because we do treat Ibrahim very similarly.”

She revealed her mother’s reaction to Ibrahim’s first film and said, “I think we are both emotional beings and I think I see that most when I see Ibrahim come home.”

As per previous reports, Ibrahim Ali Khan will make his debut in the movie Sarzameen, a Hindi remake of the Malayalam romantic comedy Hridayam. He worked as an assistant director on Karan Johar’s upcoming film Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, starring Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh.

Meanwhile, Sara Ali Khan is gearing up for the release of Zara Hatke Zara Bachke, co-starring Vicky Kaushal. Helmed by Laxman Utekar, the film releases on June 2, 2023. ALSO READ: Sara Ali Khan represents India at the Vanity Fair X Red Sea Women in Cinema Gala; says, “I’m a very proud Indian”

It's just been a day since the teaser of Sajid Nadiadwala and Namah Pictures' upcoming Satyaprem Ki Katha was released which totally took over the audience giving them a glimpse of this pure romantic love story. The makers have now released the poster of this upcoming musical romance. As the audience truly relished the amazing chemistry of Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani in the teaser, the makers have chosen a perfect date for the release of the poster which is the first anniversary of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. 

The audience got to see the poster launch on the same day when Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 was released in 2022, the film that brought this hit Jodi to the big screen for the first time. This is indeed a special moment to grab our eyes as it was May 20, 2022, when Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 was released and this year on May 20, 2023, the poster of Satyaprem Ki Katha has been released. The poster looks absolutely a worthy one to fall in love with. Featuring the magical couple Kartik Aaryan, and Kiara Advani, the poster has yet again reminisced all the love and romantic vibes.

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

Also Read: Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani unveil the musical journey of love in Satyaprem Ki Katha; watch teaser now

ZEE5 today unveiled a highly anticipated, blockbuster content slate with a line-up of 111+ titles spanning across Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Bangla, Punjabi and Marathi. Keeping audiences ‘Hooked to 5’, the star-studded event held in Mumbai, celebrated the milestone of five successful years of catering to the entertainment needs of Indians and the South Asian diaspora across the globe in the presence of Bollywood celebrities and industry stalwarts. Staying true to its promise of consistently delivering compelling entertainment content, the slate features an extensive array of genres, from avant-garde thrillers and adrenaline-pumping action to captivating dramas, light-hearted comedies, and fantasy adventures.

The new slate is designed to elevate the content viewing experience with enhanced choices across formats, genres and languages. The lineup also showcases ZEE5’s significant focus on regional content with titles in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Bangla, Punjabi and Marathi. Pushing the boundaries of creative storytelling to democratize access to quality entertainment, ZEE5 has expanded its ecosystem through partnerships with prominent content creators and cinematic maestros such as Dharma Productions, Salman Khan Films, Guneet Monga’s Sikhya Entertainment, Bhanushali Studios, The Viral Fever (TVF), Applause Entertainment, Goldie Behl’s Rose Audio Visuals, Vikas Bahl, Vivek Agnihotri, Nagraj Manjule, and Sudhir Mishra, along with powerhouse performers like Manoj Bajpayee, Pankaj Tripathi, Huma Qureshi, Arya, Parambrata Chatterjee, Vijay Sethupathi, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, and Radhika Apte amongst others. The platform’s content portfolio builds a high level of excitement as it brings the world of entertainment to consumers’ screens across the globe, in multiple languages, with diverse emotions and endless experiences to get hooked on to.

Talking about the slate, Mr. Manish Kalra, Chief Business Officer, ZEE5 India said, “2023 holds a significant meaning for us, as we mark the fifth anniversary by presenting a carefully curated line-up featuring the best of talents from the entertainment industry across languages. ZEE5 clocked 100 bn+ streaming minutes in FY’23. This is a testament to the fact that we have grown exponentially by investing in creativity and innovation, enhancing viewing experiences and offering increased value to the viewers. Following the consumer-first philosophy, we are broadening the spectrum of content offerings with a diverse array of genres, formats, languages, and stories. As the platform of choice catering to a wide audience base, we will continue to focus on quality storytelling, & making it accessible across multiple touchpoints. The year has started on an encouraging note, and we are looking forward to audience response to the exciting slate of 111 new titles.”

Punit Misra, President – Content & International Markets, ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. said, “As we celebrate ZEE5 @5 and reflect upon why and who we exist for, we realize that today’s youth celebrates life for its variables as opposed to its constants. They seek not to be bracketed with singular identities set in stone, but to be multi-dimensional and ever-evolving. At ZEE5, it is our unwavering mission to stand shoulder to shoulder with our viewers on this path, celebrating their multi-dimensionality through stories that ignite their imagination, stoke their dreams, shape their beliefs and inspire their very being.”

Commenting on the new slate, Nimisha Pandey, Chief Content Officer – Hindi Originals, ZEE5 said, “As ZEE5 reaches its 5-year milestone, we are creating ourselves, one story at a time. It is our endeavour to take our viewers on a journey where they explore multiple dimensions within themselves. It gives us immense joy in bringing stories and characters that take our audiences to new worlds and emotions, that they can sometimes relate to and sometimes escape with. The new slate that we’ve curated brings forth fresh seasons of our most loved series and some new titles that we hope audiences will enjoy. We’re working with some brilliant creators who share our vision and passion of broadening the horizons of storytelling.”

Bringing a bouquet of genres, the much-awaited line-up features sequels of prominent original series like Sunflower S2, Taj: Reign of Revenge, TVF’s Humorously Yours S3 and Aam Aadmi Family S4, The Kashmir Files Unreported, Duranga S2, Mithya S2, The Broken News S2, Guneet Monga’s Gyarah Gyarah (11:11), Sudhir Mishra’s Crime Beat, Direct to digital movies Manoj Bajpayee’s Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai and Silence 2, Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s Haddi and Love is Blind, Pankaj Tripathi’s Kadak Singh, Huma Qureshi’s Tarla, Sunny Deol’s post-theatrical Gadar 2; and power-packed regional titles like Vetrimaaran and Vijay Sethupathi’s Viduthalai - Part 1, Arya's Kathar Basha Endra Muthuramalingam, Nagraj Manjule’s Ghar Banduk Biryani, and more. ZEE5 has bolstered its library with marquee content across languages to solidify its presence across markets and establish a stronger connect with audiences across age groups. ALSO READ: Manoj Bajpayee on Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai monologue, “I rehearsed more than 100 times”

Salman Khan is not just a successful superstar but also a prominent producer and besides, he has other business interests as well. That Salman dabbles in real estate is common knowledge and today, news has come in that he’s all set to build a swanky hotel in Mumbai.

As per a report in The Times Of India, Salman Khan plans to construct a 19-storey hotel facing the sea at Carter Road, Bandra. The building plan has been approved by the BMC and work is expected to begin soon.

The plot, where the hotel will be located, once housed a residential society named Starlet. The abandoned building which stands on the plot will be demolished after which the construction will commence.

According to the article, the hotel will include three-level basements while the first and second floors would be reserved for a café and restaurant. While the third floor will have a gymnasium and swimming pool, the fourth floor will be reserved as a service floor while the fifth and sixth floors will have the convention centre. The hotel rooms will be located between the 7th and the 19th floors.

Interestingly, the plot is located 200 meters away from Freeda One, the residence of fellow superstar Aamir Khan.

The report further mentions that Salman Khan and his family had initially planned to redevelop the property into a residential building. But the plan was changed later on. The proposal was submitted to the BMC more than a year ago in the name of Salman Khan’s mother, Salma Khan, the owner of the property.

On the work front, Salman Khan recently released Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, which arrived in cinemas on Eid. His next film will be Tiger 3, which will be released in theatres on Diwali 2023. Salman recently shot a scene with Shah Rukh Khan. The Pathaan (2023) star has a special massy appearance in this Maneesh Sharma-directorial.

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It has been some time now since the announcement of Karan Johar’s next directorial venture Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. Starring Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Dharmendra and Shabana Azmi the film made headlines for its casting. Ever since then in fact, there have been constant updates on the film and its progress that fans have lapped eagerly. Well, now Bollywood Hungama has learnt that the first look poster of the film is all set to be launched later this month. If what our source tells us is true, then the said poster will be launched on Karan Johar’s birthday.

“A while back Dharma Productions had released the logo of Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, now the film is ready and the makers will be officially releasing the first look poster later in May. Making the launch special, especially since it will mark Karan’s return to the directorial seat, plans are being set to reveal the poster on May 25, which will coincide with the filmmaker’s birthday”, reveals the well-placed source to Bollywood Hungama. While the film still has a low way till it hits screens in July 28, Karan and Dharma Productions are busy planning a massive promotional campaign that will feature on ground activities, digital integrations, and of course social promotions. Detailing further the source adds, “The entire promotion campaign for Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani will start after the poster launch on May 25. So expect a grand unveiling ceremony that will also mark Karan’s 51st birthday.”

While we can’t wait for the film to release, Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani is said to be a romantic comedy directed by Karan Johar and written by Ishita Moitra, Shashank Khaitan and Sumit Roy. Produced by Dharma Productions and Viacom18 Studios, the film is slated to release on July 28, 2023.

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