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Yash Raj Films Responds To Accusations Of Using Delhi's Missing People Report As Paid Promotions For Mardaani 3

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Mumbai, February 7 - Yash Raj Films' third instalment of Mthe ardaani franchise, fronted by Rani Mukerji, Mardaani 3 recently hit the big screens amid decent buzz. The film focuses on the missing girl issue in the country, and it has invited sharp reactions across social media platforms. Since the last few days, several videos, allegedly citing Delhi Police data, claiming that over 800 people, including children and women, have gone missing in the National Capital between January 1 and 15, 2026, have been circulated on social media, causing panic and fear among the public. The claims are being circulated amid Mardaani 3 is playing in theatres. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) After the claims of people going missing went viral, Delhi Police stepped in and clarified that the hype around the surge in missing girls in Delhi is being pushed through paid promotion. After this, many people on X criticised Yash Raj Films for creating panic among the people to generate attention for its movie, Mardaani 3. YRF, however, denied the allegations of circulating fake data. Following Delhi Police's tweet, a YRF spokesperson told ANI, "Yash Raj Films is a 50-year-old company founded on the core principles of being highly ethical and transparent. We strongly deny the accusations floating on social media that Mardaani 3’s promotional campaign has deliberately sensationalised a sensitive issue like this. We have immense trust in our authorities that they will share all facts and truths in due course of time". (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Directed by Abhiraj Minawala, Mardaani 3 follows police officer Shivani Shivaji Roy (played by Rani Mukerji) as she investigates the case of 93 young girls who have gone missing under mysterious circumstances in just three months. The movie received mixed reception among the moviegoers, but it is doing decent business at the box office after scoring around 40 crores gross worldwide in the first week. Stay tuned...

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86 days ago

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Yash Raj Films To Release Shah Rukh Khan's King Internationally

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Mumbai, February 3 - Superstar Shah Rukh Khan will be returning to the big screens with action thriller King. The Siddharth Anand's directorial is one of the most-anticipated Indian films of the year, scheduled to open in cinemas worldwide during the Christmas weekend on December 24. As the anticipation around the film continues to grow, Yash Raj Films has officially come on board to release it in the international market. The studio will serve as the international distributor for the action blockbuster, leveraging its well-established overseas distribution network. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The banner is expected to ensure a wide release across key territories, including North America, the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Australia, giving the film a strong global footprint. YRF has been a regular collaborator of Shah Rukh Khan films, and King marks another film for the blockbuster combo. King is produced by Red Chillies Entertainment in association with Marflix Pictures and is being mounted on a lavish scale, keeping in mind its global appeal and Shah Rukh Khan's massive overseas fan base. The film has already generated tremendous buzz due to its scale, genre, and a massive ensemble cast, which also includes Deepika Padukone, Suhana Khan, Arshad Warsi, and Abhishek Bachchan, among others. Stay tuned...

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177 days ago

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Alpha Release Pushed YRFs Female-Led Spy Thriller Locks April 17 2026

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Yash Raj Films has officially shifted Alpha, the first female-led film in the YRF Spy Universe, to April 17, 2026. Headlined by Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, the high-octane action drama was earlier expected in 2025, but the makers have opted for more time in post-production — mainly to refine heavy-duty VFX work and maintain the franchise’s signature scale. Alpha is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious films in the spy universe. From large-scale action blocks to high-end digital effects, the scale seems massive, and the studio doesn’t want to rush it. Given the benchmark set by titles like Tiger Zinda Hai, War, and Pathaan, the call makes strategic sense — polish over pressure. Alia Bhatt and Sharvari headline Alpha, the first female-led chapter in the YRF Spy Universe, marking a landmark shift for the franchise that has so far featured male protagonists like Pathaan, Tiger, and Kabir. The film is said to feature Bobby Deol in a pivotal antagonist role, adding serious star power to the showdown. Principal photography has already been completed, and the team is currently deep into post-production, focusing heavily on action design and visual scale to ensure the film delivers a sleek, stylish spy-action experience. With YRF reportedly determined to “leave no stone unturned” in achieving world-class execution, Alpha is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious projects in the studio’s celebrated spy universe. Here’s the latest official poster of Alpha as the makers gear up for its big 2026 release IT'S OFFICIAL... ALIA BHATT - SHARVARI: YRF SHIFTS 'ALPHA' TO NEXT YEAR... #YRFSpyUniverse's first female-led spy film, #Alpha, will now release on 17 April 2026.The post-production team needs additional time to complete the VFX, leading to the revised release date.… pic.twitter.com/2Ika67gqSX— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) November 3, 2025 Fans have waited long for the universe’s first female-driven espionage epic — and the move signals YRF’s belief that Alpha deserves the stage and scale to match its ambition. Stay tuned — the first reveal isn’t far away.

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374 days ago

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Rani Mukerji's 'Mardaani 3' First Look And Release Date Unveiled

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Mumbai, April 21 - Rani Mukerji's highly anticipated cop action thriller Mardaani 3, from Yash Raj Films, is set to hit the big screens on Holi 2026. The studio unveiled the fierce first look poster and the official release date. ## Directed by Abhiraj Minawala, the third instalment of the hit franchise has been announced for a February 27, 2026, theatrical release, a week before the Holi festival. The first look poster features Rani in a fierce look, holding a gun and aiming at someone. ## The actress reprises her role as the fearless and justice-driven police officer SP Shivani Shivaji Roy. According to the makers, the upcoming film won't be a typical festive release but a dramatic and violent face-off between Rani's character and sinister forces.## The countdown begins for #Mardaani3! On Holi, good will fight evil as Shivani Shivaji Roy returns to the big screen on February 27, 2026.#RaniMukerji | #AbhirajMinawala pic.twitter.com/biGu3v4TZ9— Yash Raj Films (@yrf) April 21, 2025 ## The Mardaani franchise kicked off in 2014 with the first film, which emerged as a box office hit with approximately 60 crores gross collection worldwide. The sequel (Mardaani 2) was released in 2019, and it bettered the first movie to gross around 67 crores globally and emerged a hit. ## Stay tuned...

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398 days ago

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Hrithik Roshan To Direct 'Krrish 4', To Be Produced By Aditya Chopra

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Mumbai, March 28 - Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan is all set to make his directorial debut with one of India's biggest films Krrish 4. The movie will feature Hrithik in the titular role, and the makers have partnered with Aditya Chopra of Yash Raj Films to produce it. ## Krrish 4 has been in the news for a long time, but due to a high budget, the movie wasn't moving forward. Recently, filmmaker Rakesh Roshan confirmed that the script work of the movie is almost completed and they would be announcing it very soon. ## The movie was supposed to be directed by Siddharth Anand, but he recently parted ways to focus on Shah Rukh Khan's King. Rakesh Roshan has confirmed that it will be directed by his son Hrithik, who has lived, breathed and dreamt about this franchise since its inception with him. ## The senior Roshan revealed that producer Aditya Chopra convinced Hrithik to sit in the director's chair. He further said that he couldn't be more prouder to see him wear the director's hat for a film that means the world to us as a family. ## The script of Krrish 4 has reportedly been locked, and the pre-production work has begun in full swing. The makers are aiming to take the film on floors by early 2026. Rakesh Roshan is confident that the duo of Hrithik and Aditya Chopra will turn Krrish 4 into a theatrical experience that has never been made in India, as his dream is to make India proud globally with a larger-than-life experience like Krrish 4.## Meanwhile, Hrithik will next be seen in Yash Raj Films' War 2, also starring Jr. NTR in the lead role. It is scheduled to be released on August 14, 2025, in multiple languages. ## Stay tuned...

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410 days ago

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YRF Confirms 'War 2' Release Date Amid Postponement Rumours

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Mumbai, March 15 - Yash Raj Films has officially confirmed the release date of the highly-anticipated spy action thriller War 2 amid the rumours of its postponement. There were rumours that it might get postponed but the studio has put them to rest once and for all. ## Starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, War 2 will hit the big screens on August 14, 2025, in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil languages. Interestingly, this is the first time YRF has announced the War 2 release date on its social media platforms. Earlier, the studio confirmed the same through media and trade. ## The film is directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Aditya Chopra. The shoot of the movie has already been completed except for a song which has reportedly been delayed due to the leg injury of Hrithik Roshan. It will be done as soon as he recovers to call a wrap on the entire filming. ## Must say… you have set it up brilliantly even before we have started our marketing of #War2 🔥😎💥😱💪 ... there will be mayhem in cinemas on 14 August 2025, worldwide… 😈⚠️‼️🚨🤯 https://t.co/eVmQRLLJtG— Yash Raj Films (@yrf) March 16, 2025 ## The postponement rumours spread after it was reported that superstar Rajinikanth-fronted pan India movie Coolie which also features Aamir Khan in a cameo role, might release on August 14. Now, with the latest confirmation, it seems Coolie has to shift to a new date to avoid this clash. ## Stay tuned...

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463 days ago

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Yash Raj Films To Release Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' Internationally

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Mumbai, January 22 - Vicky Kaushal's historical action drama Chhaava is one of the most anticipated Bollywood movies of the year. Directed by Laxman Utekar, the film is based on the life of Maratha king Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj and is an adaptation of the Marathi novel Chhava by Shivaji Sawant. ## Produced by Maddock Films, Chhaava is scheduled to be released on February 14 worldwide, and the studio has partnered with industry giant Yash Raj Films to release the movie internationally. With YRF coming on board, Chhaava is likely to get a wide overseas release and might emerge as Kaushal's biggest international grosser. ## Chhaava stars Vicky Kaushal in the title role of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, also known as Shambhuraje, who was the second Chhatrapati of the Maratha Empire, ruling from 1681 to 1689. Rashmika Mandanna plays the female lead role as Maharani Yesubai while Akshaye Khanna steps in to play Aurangzeb. ## #Chhaava - An epic saga of a courageous warrior slated for worldwide theatrical release on 14th February 2025! Maddock Films entrusts Yash Raj Films to distribute the film in International markets.A Yash Raj Films Release (International)#YRFInternational | @maddockfilms pic.twitter.com/Ci1kcMNIWy— Yash Raj Films (@yrf) January 21, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

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503 days ago

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Yash Raj Films Announces Rani Mukerji's 'Mardaani 3' For 2026 Release

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Mumbai, December 13 - Yash Raj Films has officially announced the third instalment of Rani Mukerji-led action thriller franchise Mardaani. The actress will return to reprise her role as SP Shivani Shivaji Roy in Mardaani 3 which is expected to be more dark and brutal. ## Abhiraj Minawala, who has worked as the second unit assistant director in films like Tiger 3, and Sultan, will be making his debut as a director with this upcoming movie that is scheduled for a 2026 release worldwide. ## Mardaani is the first female-led film franchise to have a trilogy. It is said that the popularity of Rani's character is one of the reasons behind the makers' decision to go ahead with Mardaani 3 which will go on floors by early next year and the team plans to shoot across international locations.## The wait is over! #RaniMukerji is back as the fierce Shivani Shivaji Roy in #Mardaani3. In cinemas 2026. #AbhirajMinawala | #AdityaChopra pic.twitter.com/Yc1Zw1auDA— Yash Raj Films (@yrf) December 13, 2024 ## Stay tuned...

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573 days ago

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Alia Bhatt, Sharvari Wagh's Spy Universe Film 'Alpha' Release Date Locked

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Mumbai, October 4 - Yash Raj Film's blockbuster Spy Universe is getting its first solo female-led movie, titled Alpha. The movie was officially announced earlier this year with Alia Bhatt stepping into the world of spies with Sharvari Wagh. ## As the shoot of Alpha is happening at a brisk pace, YRF has locked one of the biggest release dates of this much-anticipated blockbuster. Directed by Shiv Rawail, Alpha will open in theatres on December 25, 2025, on the occasion of the Christmas festival. ## Alpha marks a significant shift for the action-packed YRF's Spy Universe series, which has previously centred on male protagonists. In the movie, Alia Bhatt plays the role of a RAW agent with Sharvari Wagh. It will also reportedly feature Hrithik Roshan along with Anil Kapoor. ## Alpha is the 7th movie in YRF Spy Universe and it will be released after the upcoming War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR. War 2 is scheduled to hit the big screens on August 14, 2025. The Spy Universe also has Shah Rukh Khan-fronted Pathaan 2 as well as Tiger vs Pathaan in the pipeline.## On Christmas 2025, #ALPHA will rise! Get ready for an action-packed holiday… 25th Dec, 2025.@aliaa08 | #Sharvari @shivrawail | #YRFSpyUniverse pic.twitter.com/RvOiyfUCsr— Yash Raj Films (@yrf) October 4, 2024 ## Stay tuned...

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576 days ago

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Director Finalized For Ranbir Kapoor-led 'Dhoom 4'

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Mumbai, October 1 - In one of the biggest news, it was recently revealed that Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor would be headlining Yash Raj Films' 4th instalment of the hugely-anticipated action thriller Dhoom franchise, stepping into playing the anti-hero role which has been the USP of the franchise. ## Now, according to Bollywood Hungama, Vijay Krishna Acharya has been finalized to direct Dhoom 4. Vijay aka Victor has written the story and screenplay of the previous three films of the franchise and went on to direct Dhoom 3 (2013) which is also the highest-grossing film in the series.## It is said that Victor has also written the script for Dhoom 4 and is now also on board to helm this one, as per the Bollywood Hungama report. Yash Raj Films is yet to officially confirm the development. ## Ranbir will play the anti-hero and it is said that none of the original cast will return as Dhoom 4 is a reboot in the literal sense. In the previous three films, John Abraham, Hrithik Roshan, and Aamir Khan took on the negative roles, respectively, which has been a driving force of the Dhoom franchise.## The makers looking to cast two young actors to replace Abhishek Bachchan and Uday Chopra who have been a part of all three Dhoom films as cop baddies. The shoot of Dhoom 4 is expected to commence by the end of 2025 or early 2026, once Ranbir Kapoor wraps up shooting for Love & War and Ramayana 1 & 2.## Stay tuned...

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579 days ago

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Ranbir Kapoor Locked To Headline YRF's Action Thriller 'Dhoom 4'

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Mumbai, September 28 - Bollywood superstar Ranbir Kapoor has reportedly been locked to headline Yash Raj Films' hugely anticipated action thriller Dhoom 4. The movie was officially announced many moons back and it is finally moving ahead with the pre-production stage. ## According to a report by Pinkvilla, the 4th instalment of the blockbuster franchise has entered the pre-production stage now at YRF under the supervision of Aditya Chopra. Ranbir Kapoor, who is riding on the monstrous success of Animal, is the newest addition to headline the franchise. ## "The discussions with Ranbir have been going on for the longest time. He had always shown interest in being a part of Dhoom 4 on hearing the basic idea and is now finally confirmed to lead the franchise. Adi Chopra feels that RK is the ideal choice to carry forward the Dhoom legacy", says the report. ## Ranbir will play the anti-hero and it is said that none of the original cast will return as Dhoom 4 is a reboot in the literal sense. In the previous three films, John Abraham, Hrithik Roshan, and Aamir Khan took on the negative roles, respectively, which has been a driving force of the Dhoom franchise. ## Abhishek Bachchan and Uday Chopra have been a part of each Dhoom movie as cop buddies but Dhoom 4 will feature two big heroes from the younger generation to replace them. The core story has been locked and YRF will proceed to the casting stage. Interestingly, it was recently reported that Tamil star Suriya was in talks to come on board Dhoom 4, but the same hasn't been confirmed by reliable sources.## The director of Dhoom 4 is yet to be locked as YRF is looking to start shooting by the end of 2025 or early 2026, once Ranbir Kapoor wraps up shooting for Love & War and Ramayana 1 & 2. ## Stay tuned...

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591 days ago

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Tamil Star Suriya Approached For Dhoom 4?

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Mumbai, September 16 - It has been more than a decade since Yash Raj Films' Dhoom 3 was released and despite the official announcement of the next instalment many moons back, there hasn't been any progress towards the same. ## Over the last few months, the chatter around Dhoom 4 has been making rounds on social media and there is a buzz that YRF has sped up things regarding the same. It is said that Aditya Chopra is actively working alongside Ayan Mukerji, Vijay Krishna Acharya and Sridhar Raghavan to bring the film sooner than later.## Meanwhile, a new rumour has emerged regarding the casting of the film while we still await the official words from the studio. According to the Deccan Herald, YRF has approached Tamil star Suriya to play the baddie in the fourth instalment of the blockbuster action thriller franchise. ## "Makers did approach the star for a role and the negotiations are ongoing but remain in the early stages. It's too soon to confirm anything as Suriya sir is currently tied up with other commitments and fans will hear an official announcement when any progress happens", says the report.## The first three Dhoom films were headlined by a Bollywood cast where John Abraham, Hrithik Roshan, and Aamir Khan played the anti-hero roles, respectively. If the news about Suriya doing Dhoom 4 turns true, it will be the beginning of a new era where a major Bollywood film franchise gets headlined by a non-Bollywood star. ## Suriya, meanwhile, is gearing up for the release of the much-anticipated Pan India movie, Kanguva. It will be released in November this year.## Stay tuned...