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Box Office: 'Housefull 5' Third Day/First Sunday Early Estimates

Mumbai, June 8 - Superstar Akshay Kumar's Housefull 5 has a very good opening weekend at the domestic box office after another solid day on Sunday, as collections are in the same range as Saturday, with estimates suggesting collection to be 31-32 crores net. ## Normally, Bollywood film scores jump in collection on Sundays over Saturdays, but in the case of Housefull 5, there was a holiday on Saturday due to Bakrid, which boosted the collection to some extent. The holiday factor balanced things up otherwise, the movie could have soon a 10%-15% jump today. ## The opening weekend collection (86-87 crores net) of Housefull 5 is now the biggest first weekend for Akshay Kumar after the Covid-19 pandemic, beating Sooryavanshi (77 crores net). ## The trend for the movie during the opening weekend has been very good, which shows it has found acceptance among the moviegoers despite the mixed critics' reviews. It now boils down to how it performs during weekdays, starting with crucial Monday. ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: 'Housefull 5' Second Day/First Saturday Early Estimates

Mumbai, June 7 - After one of the biggest openings for a Bollywood movie of 2025, superstar Akshay Kumar-fronted comic caper Housefull 5 witnessed a growth of 25%-30% on its second day, which also happens to be Bakrid holiday. ## According to early estimates, the film is expected to score in the range of 29-31 crore net collection on Saturday, which pushes its total collection to around 54 crores net in 2 days, with the opening weekend likely to be 85-90 crores net, which is a very good result. ## The movie is performing best in centres like Delhi, UP, Bihar, while other centres like Gujarat and Rajasthan are also showing improvement. The film witnessed a good jump means the reports are positive among the targeted audience, which is a good sign. ## The film has benefited from franchise value, and with good reports, there is a good chance it will score decent to good hold on Monday, which is crucial for the film's success. Overall, the prospects for the film are looking bright, but there is a wait-and-watch situation as far as longevity is concerned. ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: 'Housefull 5' First Day Early Estimates

Mumbai, June 6 - Akshay Kumar-fronted Housefull 5 has taken a good start at the domestic box office. The movie has easily scored the biggest opening of the Housefull franchise, which was expected given the pre-release hype and buzz around it. ## According to early estimates, the comedy entertainer is looking to score in the range of 22-24 crores net collection on its first day. The collection can go a little higher depending on the response in the smaller centres, which needs to be seen. ## The expectations from the movie were higher than what it got on the first day, but the advance booking trend has done well, as the opening is in the range that pre-sales suggest, with the condition that it should see the strong response in the spot bookings, which happened. ## Irrespective of where the final collection lands in the estimated range, Housefull 5 has scored the biggest opening of the franchise, beating Housefull 4 (19 crore net). It is also the biggest opening in the comedy genre, which is a good result. ## The film is expected to see a higher than regular jump on Saturday due to the Bakrid holiday and then another strong hold on Sunday, as the opening weekend can be around 75 crores net. ## Stay tuned...

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'Kesari: Chapter 2' Completes 50 Days In Theatres With Hit Box Office Collection

Mumbai, June 6 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar's Kesari: Chapter 2 is completing 50 days in theatres, emerging as one of the very few Indian films of the year to this much longevity. It is directed by debutante Karan Singh Tyagi and produced by Dharma Productions, in association with Leo Media Collective and Cape of Good Films. ## Even as Akshay Kumar moves to the new release in the form of Housefull 5, it is Kesari 2, which proved to be one of the few successes the actor has had post the Covid-19 pandemic. It has minted approximately 145 crore worldwide collection so far and is among the top 5 biggest Bollywood grossers of the year. ## No one had expected Kesari 2 to perform well at the box office, as the trade almost rejected it before the release. However, the movie put all the conservative trade projections to the dustbin, and emerged as a victorious at the box office despite the targeted negativity towards it. ## It can be argued that the overall box office result of Kesari 2 is not up to the level Akshay has set over the years, but it must be admitted that it was among the films which was least expected to perform well. The title change nearly a month before the release did play its part, but the movie also struck a chord with the audience, resulting in a success at the ticket window. ## Kesari 2 is one of the most memorable films in Akshay's career and easily the best-reviewed movie of the actor in the recent past. It is a spiritual sequel to the historical action film Kesari (2019), and its plot is based on the book The Case That Shook The Empire by Raghu Palat and Pushpa Palat. The movie is centred around C. Sankaran Nair and the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre. ## The film stars Akshay Kumar as Nair, a lawyer who fought against the mighty British Empire to reveal the truth behind the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, and also features R. Madhavan and Ananya Panday in key roles. ## Stay tuned...

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'Housefull 5' Eyes Record Opening In The Franchise

Mumbai, June 6 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar-led comedy entertainer Housefull 5 hits the big screen today, June 6, amid huge anticipation. Directed by Tarun Mansukhani, it is the costliest film of the franchise, and the expectations are huge from this at the box office. ## Housefull 5 scored one of the biggest advances of the year for a Bollywood title, with approximately 2.50 lakh tickets sold worth approximately 8 crore gross collection (without block seat) for the opening day. The pre-sales, however, are not as big as it was expected given the franchise value and huge star cast. ## Despite pre-sales falling short of expectations, Housefull 5 is eying the record opening in the franchise. In comparison to one of the recent films, Sikandar, the advance booking of HF5 is slightly behind, but it needs to be noted that the Salman Khan-starrer had a Sunday release. ## It has also been observed that the Housefull franchise is not usually an advance-heavy franchise and has relied on spot bookings, and this seems to be the case with the latest instalment. The urgency in booking tickets is much higher on the release day than on the previous days, which shows the strong response in spot booking. ## At this point, Housefull 5 is looking to score the biggest opening of the franchise, beating Housefull 4, which scored around 19 crore net. The pre-sales response suggests the opening in the range of 23-25 crores net, however, it might vary depending on how the day progresses in terms of walk-ins. ## Housefull 5 is produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under the banner Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. It features a huge cast, also including Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Fardeen Khan, Shreyas Talpade, Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, Dino Morea, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, Chitrangada Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Soundarya Sharma, Chunky Pandey, Nikitin Dheer, and Johnny Lever. ## Stay tuned...

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Aamir Khan Confirms Superhero Film With Director Lokesh Kanagaraj

Mumbai, June 5 - Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan and Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj are officially teaming up for the first time. The project in question has been in the news since last year, when it was reported that the duo would collaborate on two films, including a full-fledged one. ## Usually, Aamir Khan decides on his next film after the release of the in-production title, but this time, the actor already has a couple of films in the pipeline. He is gearing up for the release of "Sitaare Zameen Par", which is set to hit the big screen on June 20. ## Recently, the Dangal star announced his reunion with director Rajkumar Hirani for the biopic of Dadasaheb Phalke, who is known as the father of Indian cinema, and now he has confirmed another project, this time with Lokesh Kangaraj. ## When asked about a film with Lokesh Kanagaraj, he replied during a group interaction with journalists, "Lokesh and I are working on a film. It belongs to the superhero genre. It's a big-scale action film and will go on floors in the second half of 2026". ## There were rumours that Aamir Khan and Rajkumar Hirani also discussed "PK 2"; however, the actor has denied it and said it is just a rumour. Lokesh's film will start after Dadasaheb Phalke's biopic, which begins production in October this year. ## Meanwhile, Aamir is also doing a cameo role in Lokesh Kanagraj's "Coolie", starring superstar Rajinikanth. It will be released on August 14 this year and will clash with Yash Raj Films' "War 2". ## Stay tuned...

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'Housefull 5' To Be Akshay Kumar's Widest Release; Budget Details Also Revealed

Mumbai, June 3 - The much-awaited comedy entertainer Housefull 5, starring superstar Akshay Kumar, is all set to hit the big screen on June 6, and it is going to be the first of its kind film for its genre as well as for Akshay. ## Housefull 5 is the fifth instalment of the blockbuster franchise, and according to the reports, it is set to be the widest release for the franchise. It is said that the film will be released on over 5000 screens across the country. Overseas, it will release on over 2000 screens. This makes it the widest release for Akshay as well as for the comedy genre in India. ## It is to be noted that Housefull 5 will clash with Kamal Haasan's Thug Life (June 5), and despite that, the former has managed to lock a huge screen count nationwide. If the movie manages to get positive word of mouth, then it has all the ingredients to become the highest-grossing film of the franchise. ## Apart from getting the huge release, Housefull 5 is also the costliest film of the series. It is revealed that the film's total budget is 225 crores (without print and advertisement costs), which also makes it the costliest Indian comedy film. ## Earlier, there were reports and the makers also revealed that Housefull 5 was to be made in a budget of 350 crores, however, the film reportedly went through casting changes, which reduced the cost significantly. It is also said to be one of Akshay's costliest films to date after Bade Miyan Chote Miyan and Sooryavanshi. ## Directed by Tarun Mansukhani, Housefull 5 features a massive ensemble cast, which also includes Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Fardeen Khan, Shreyas Talpade, Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, Dino Morea, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, Chitrangada Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Soundarya Sharma, Chunky Pandey, Nikitin Dheer, and Johnny Lever. ## Stay tuned...

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Ranbir Kapoor's 'Dhoom 4' To Go On Floors In April 2026

Mumbai, June 2 - Yash Raj Films' action thriller Dhoom 4 is among the most-anticipated Bollywood movies. It was announced many moons back, but there hasn't been much development until recently, when it was reported that Ranbir Kapoor was roped in to play the lead role. ## According to the latest report by Pinkvilla, the script of Dhoom 4 is currently being developed at YRF. Aditya Chopra, along with writer Shridhar Raghavan, has teamed up to lock in the script for Dhoom 4, and they are working on a story draft worthy of the hype surrounding the blockbuster. ## It is reported that the shoot for Dhoom 4 is expected to commence in April 2026, with the makers aiming to complete it by the end of the year for a 2027 release. Ayan Mukerji will reportedly direct the film, which will go into pre-production after the release of YRF's War 2 during Independence Day weekend 2025. ## Meanwhile, Ranbir is currently shooting for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War, and on calling it a wrap, he moves on to complete Ramayana 2. He will start Dhoom 4 after completing his current commitments. The actor also has Brahmastra 2 with Ayan Mukerji and Animal Park with Sandeep Reddy Vanga in the pipeline. ## Stay tuned...

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Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 3' Locks Release Date

Mumbai, May 30 - Ajay Devgn is all set to return as Vijay Salgaonkar in the third instalment of the family crime thriller, Drishyam. Amid the months of speculation, the makers confirmed Drishyam 3 via Bombay Stock Exchange disclosure. ## While the movie is currently in the scripting stage, the makers have already locked the release date. It is revealed that the highly anticipated blockbuster will be hitting worldwide theatres on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti 2026, on October 2. ## The film will be produced by Panorama Studios in association with Viacom18 Studios. The shoot of the movie is expected to begin by the end of this year, and it will be directed by Abhishek Pathak with the rest of the cast set to return. ## Currently, there is no other film scheduled on Gandhi Jayanti 2026, but there are rumours that superstar Shah Rukh Khan's "King" with director Siddharth Anand is also eyeing the same date. However, there hasn't been any official announcement regarding the same yet. ## Meanwhile, the original Malayalam version of Drishyam 3 starring Mohanlal was also announced recently, but the shooting timeline is not set yet. It is said that both the Malayalam and Hindi versions might be different this time. ## #Xclusiv... AJAY DEVGN - ABHISHEK PATHAK ANNOUNCE RELEASE DATE OF NEXT FILM... #AjayDevgn and director #AbhishekPathak's much anticipated family thriller locks the release date: 2 October 2026 #GandhiJayanti.The film will be jointly produced by #PanoramaStudios and #Viacom18. pic.twitter.com/bNHIpEl3Xw— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) May 30, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

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Salman Khan In Talks With Malayalam Director Mahesh Narayanan For An Action Thriller

Mumbai, May 30 - Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is gearing up to start his next film, which is with director Apoorva Lakhia, about the Galwan Valley Clash between India and China. While the movie is slated to go on floors in a couple of months, Salman is actively in talks with several other directors. ## It is said that Salman Khan has reportedly been talking to Kabir Khan, Ali Abbas Zafar, Anees Bazmee, and Rajkumar Periasamy. Now, according to the report by PeepingMoon.com, the "Sultan" star is in talks with Malayalam director Mahesh Narayanan for an action thriller film. ## The report states that Narayanan held talks with Salman in Mumbai for a large-scale action thriller. While the discussions are still at a preliminary stage, the actor is believed to be intrigued by the story's premise and has expressed interest in hearing a full script narration in the coming months. ## The project in question will be produced by Salman's sister, Alvira Khan Agnihotri and her husband, Atul Agnihotri's banner, Reel Life Productions. It is said to be a more commercially oriented script of Mahesh Narayanan, who is best known for acclaimed Malayalam films like "Take Off," "CU Soon," and "Malik". ## Meanwhile, Salman Khan will be playing Colonel B. Santosh Babu, who led the 16 Bihar Regiment during the clash and was martyred while confronting Chinese troops during the Galwan Valley Clash in 2020. The film will start shooting in July and release in the first half of 2026. ## Stay tuned...

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'Housefull 5' Advance Booking Update

Mumbai, May 29 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar-fronted Housefull 5 is set to hit the big screen on June 6, and the trade is bullish on this comedy entertainer, directed by Tarun Mansukhani and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under the banner of Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. ## The Bollywood box office has been in good shape for the last couple of months, and the trade is expecting Housefull 5 to extend this good run. Before the movie hits the big screen, all eyes will be on how the advance booking of it goes. ## According to the latest reports, the makers are set to open advance booking of the film by Saturday evening or Sunday morning (May 31/June 1). The buzz for the movie is positive, and the trade is expecting it to emerge as Akshay's biggest opening, which will, however, depend on how pre-sales perform. ## Meanwhile, the advances for Housefull 5 have already opened in some international markets, and the initial response is reportedly positive. If the momentum continues, it can emerge as one of Akshay's biggest openers at the overseas box office. ## In the post-COVID-19 era, franchise-based films or sequels have performed very well at the box office. Housefull is among the biggest franchises in Bollywood, so there is genuine excitement among the fans for it, something which is expected. ## The film features a massive ensemble cast, which also includes Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Fardeen Khan, Shreyas Talpade, Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, Dino Morea, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, Chitrangada Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Soundarya Sharma, Chunky Pandey, Nikitin Dheer, and Johnny Lever. ## Stay tuned...

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Kartik Aaryan, Sreeleela's Untitled Love Story With Director Anurag Basu To Be Postponed?

Mumbai, May 29 - Bollywood heartthrob Kartik Aaryan and director Anurag Basu have teamed up for the first time for an untitled musical love story film. The film, which was originally supposed to be titled Aashiqui 3, features Sreeleela as the female lead, also marking her Bollywood debut. ## The film was announced earlier this year with a Diwali 2025 release date. However, according to the latest report by The Hollywood Reporter India, the love story is set to be delayed to a new date, possibly to 2026. ## It is said that Anurag Basu has completed 40% of the total shoot of the film after it went on floors in March this year. Kartik, meanwhile, recently started filming for Dharma Productions' "Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri," while Basu is also busy in the post-production of his next, "Metro... In Dino,". ## Given the current commitments of both Kartik and Basu, the report states that the next schedule of their film is likely to kick off in August this year, and this makes things difficult to ready the film by October, which means the film is unlikely to be released on Diwali this year. ## THR India reports that the makers are likely to look for a Valentine's Day 2026 release, however, that date is also impossible as Kartik Aaryan's "Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri" is already scheduled for February 13, 2026, release. ## Meanwhile, with the postponement of Kartik's film is certain, Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna's "Thama" with Maddock Films is set to get a solo release this Diwali. ## Stay tuned...

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'Mad Max' Stunt Director Joins Ranbir Kapoor, Yash's 'Ramayana'

Mumbai, May 29 - Kannada superstar Yash has begun filming for epic Ramayana, being directed by Nitesh Tiwari. The actor is playing the role of Raavan alongside Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita, and Sunny Deol as Bajrang Bali. ## The mega-budgeted two-part epic has roped in a celebrated Hollywood stunt director, Guy Norris, to choreograph action sequences. Norris had previously designed action sequences of "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga," "Mad Max: Fury Road," and "The Suicide Squad," among others. ## Norris is currently in India working closely with Yash to craft set pieces that could redefine Indian cinema's approach to large-scale spectacle. A couple of pictures of Norris with Yash leaked online, in which the duo seems to be discussing the action scenes. ## Ramayana is produced by Yash's Monster Mind Creations and Namit Malhotra's Prime Focus Studios. Malhotra is also the global CEO of visual effects company DNEG, which has won multiple Oscars, and is doing VFX work for Ramayana. ## The film will be released in two parts, with the first part scheduled to hit the big screen on Diwali 2026, followed by the second part on Diwali 2027. ## From the sets of #Ramayana 💥 pic.twitter.com/D8xaounRNu— Sacnilk Entertainment (@SacnilkEntmt) May 29, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

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Among Big Spectacles, A Little Chidiya Spreads Its Wings

Mumbai, May 29 - In an era where the theatrical business feels uncertain and dominated by large-scale spectacles, arrives a quiet exception, Chidiya — a small, heartfelt film that has taken a decade-long flight to reach cinemas. ## Produced by Faqhrul Husaini under the Smiley Films banner and distributed by Reliance Entertainment, Chidiya is set to release in selected Indian cinemas on 30 May 2025. Written and directed by Mehran Amrohi, the film was completed nearly ten years ago. ## The film had its world premiere at the Zlín International Film Festival in the Czech Republic — one of the most respected global festivals for children's cinema — and went on to win awards in India, Russia, and New York. ## "It's a film that aged with grace", says producer Faqhrul Husaini. "We always believed that if the story had heart, it would find its place." ## Set in a modest Mumbai chawl, Chidiya follows two young brothers, Shanu and Bua, who dream of building a badminton court out of a junkyard. With nothing but hope and imagination, their journey becomes a quiet metaphor for resilience and childhood defiance. ## The cast features acclaimed actors Vinay Pathak, Amruta Subhash, and Inaamulhaq, alongside newcomers Svar Kamble and Ayush Pathak in standout child performances. The music, composed by Shailendra Barve and lyrics written by Mehran Amrohi and Jitendra Joshi, reflects the film’s emotional and lyrical world. ## Backing the film's theatrical release is Reliance Entertainment, where Amit Awasthi says, "In today's time, only content is working — and on that front, Chidiya is very strong. It's a film that connects emotionally, and we're proud to support it." ## With a runtime of 115 minutes and a U certificate, Chidiya will open in select cinemas with a regionally focused rollout. The marketing strategy stays aligned with the film's spirit — gentle, nostalgic, and discovery-driven. As major films chase noise, Chidiya hopes to find hearts. ## ## Stay tuned...

389 days ago

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Hrithik Roshan Teams Up With 'KGF' Producer Hombale Films For A Big Pan-India Film

Mumbai, May 28 - Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan has teamed up with KGF producer, Hombale Films, for a big Pan India film. An unexpected announcement was made official on Wednesday, May 28. ## Hombale Films has established itself as one of South India's biggest production houses, delivering a couple of the country's biggest blockbusters in the form of KGF films, Kantara, and Salaar. The studio currently has Kantara: Chapter 1, Salaar 2, and a couple of other big projects in the pipeline. ## While the specific details about the Hrithik x Hombale project, including the rest of the star cast, genre, and shooting timeline, are not known yet, it is said that the film is in early development. This also marks Hombale's debut in Hindi cinema. ## Hombale Films founder Vijay Kiragandur said, "Very happy with this collaboration. At Hombale Films, our purpose is to tell stories that inspire and transcend boundaries. Partnering with Hrithik Roshan is a step forward in realising that vision, crafting a film where intensity meets imagination on a grand scale. We are committed to delivering an experience that is both powerful and timeless". ## Roshan added, "Hombale has been home to some very unique stories over the years. I'm looking forward to partnering with them and delivering a cinematic experience for our audience. We are dreaming big and committed to bringing the vision to life". ## Hrithik, meanwhile, will next be seen in Yash Raj Films' War 2, in which he will be sharing screen with Jr. NTR and Kiara Advani. The film is scheduled to hit the big screen on August 14 this year. The actor's next film after War 2 will be Krrish 4, in which he will play the lead role as well as direct it. The shoot for the same is expected to begin early next year. ## They call him the Greek God. He's ruled hearts, shattered limits and we see the phenomenon he truly is! We are proud to welcome @iHrithik to the @hombalefilms family for a collaboration, years in the making. A tale of grit, grandeur and glory is set to unfold, where intensity… pic.twitter.com/ZU2FHKjKdm— Hombale Films (@hombalefilms) May 28, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

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Tiger Shroff, Janhvi Kapoor To Headline A Revenge Action Love Story; Title Revealed

Mumbai, May 28 - Bollywood action star Tiger Shroff and actress Janhvi Kapoor are set to team up for the first time for a revenge action love story film, to be directed by Good Newwz director Raj Mehta. It will be Mehta's first directorial since Akshay Kumar-fronted Selfiee (2023). ## According to the report by Pinkvilla, the film has been titled Lag Jaa Gale. It is said that Mehta has been working on the script for a while and wanted to have a first-time pairing on board. Both Tiger and Janhvi instantly agreed to come on board the film upon hearing the narration. ## "The team was contemplating several titles, and felt that Lag Jaa Gale is the apt one for the story. It's a pure revenge actioner with a strong love story in the backdrop", says the report. ## The pre-production of Lag Jaa Gale has begun, and it will go on floors by October this year for the second half of 2026 release on the big screen. Karan Johar will produce the film under his banner, Dharma Productions. Dharma is the regular collaborator of Raj Mehta, who has directed all three films under the same banner. ## Tiger, meanwhile, will next be seen in Baaghi 4, which releases on September 5. Janhvi, on the other hand, has Param Sundari as her next on July 25, followed by Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari and Peddi. ## Stay tuned...

389 days ago

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'Dhadak 2' Gets A New Release Date

Mumbai, May 26 - Producer Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, in association with Zee Studios, has announced the new release date of Siddhant Chaturvedi and Tripti Dimri-fronted Dhadak, which is the sequel to 2018's Dhadak, starring Ishaan Khatter and Janhvi Kapoor. ## On Monday (May 26), the studio took to social media to drop the first look poster, confirming that the movie will hit the big screen on August 1 this year. In one of the posters, Siddhant is seen with fire in his eyes, embracing Triptii in a protective grip. The second poster presents a close-up of Triptii’s character, her expression tender yet resolved as she clings to the man she loves. ## The tagline in the posters reads, "Marne aur ladne mese ek ko chunna ho, toh ladna", which translates to, "If you ever have to choose between dying or fighting, then choose to fight", which reflects the film's tone and theme. ## Directed by Shazia Iqbal, Dhadak 2 is said to be the remake of 2018's Tamil movie, Pariyerum Perumal. It follows a law student from a lower caste who begins a friendship with his classmate, a girl who belongs to a higher caste, and the men in her family start giving him trouble over this. ## मरने और लड़ने में से एक को चुनना हो... तो लड़ना।#Dhadak2 आ रही है सभी सिनेमाघरों में - 1st August 2025💙 pic.twitter.com/DXIUM5uH6T— Dharma Productions (@DharmaMovies) May 26, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

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Adivi Sesh, Mrunal Thakur's Dacoit Postponed From Christmas 2025; Locks A New Date

Mumbai, October 28 - Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur's romantic action drama Dacoit - Ek Prem Katha has been postponed from the Christmas 2025 release. The film is directed by Shaneil Deo and also stars Anurag Kashyap in a prominent role. On Tuesday (October 28), the makers unveiled a new poster of the movie and also confirmed that it will now hit the big screen on March 19, 2026, in Hindi and Telugu. The poster features Sesh and Thakur in an intense look, which promises an action-packed ride revolving around two ex-lovers. Dacoit is being shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu. It is produced by Annapurna Studios, S.S. Creations, and Suniel Narang Productions. It will be Adivi Sesh's first release since HIT: The Second Case in December 2022. ## EXperience EXplosive drama with #DACOIT ❤‍🔥GRAND RELEASE WORLDWIDE ON MARCH 19th, 2026 in Hindi & Telugu 💥#UgadiWithDACOIT#GudiPadwaWithDACOIT#EidWithDACOIT@AdiviSesh @anuragkashyap72 @Deonidas #BheemsCeciroleo @Gyaani_official @danushbhaskar @abburiravi… pic.twitter.com/sqRDSfg9x7— Mrunal Thakur (@mrunal0801) October 28, 2025 Stay tuned...

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Two Versions of Akshay Kumar's 'Housefull 5'; Censor Certificate And Theatrical Runtime Revealed

Mumbai, May 25 - The countdown has begun for superstar Akshay Kumar-fronted Housefull 5, which releases on June 6. Directed by Tarun Mansukhani, the comedy mystery thriller is one of the most anticipated Bollywood movies of the year, and the makers have kept a twist in the tale. ## According to a report by Pinkvilla, the producers have submitted two different versions of the comic caper to CBFC. It is a one-of-its-kind comic thriller, and to keep the mystery of this entertainer intact, the producer has submitted two different versions of the film to the Central Board of Film Certification. ## It is said that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has watched both versions and has passed the film with a U/A certificate. The exact intent of certifying two different versions of the film is kept under wraps for now, but the makers are planning to surprise the audience in a big way. ## Housefull 5 is a rare film with a CBFC certificate for two different versions. The theatrical runtime is said to be 2 hours and 43 minutes, which is necessary given that there are 24 actors in the movie, making it one of the biggest ensembles for an Indian film. ## Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under the banner of Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, the film is led by Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Nana Patekar, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Nargis Fakhri, and Fardeen Khan, among others. The trailer of the movie will be launched on May 27 during an event in the presence of the complete cast. ## Stay tuned...

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Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR's 'War 2' Gets 100 Crore Offer For Telugu States

Mumbai, May 23 - One of the biggest Indian films of the year, War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR has sparked massive excitement among the fans and trade after the first look teaser, which was launched on May 20 on the occasion of Jr. NTR's birthday. ## According to the report by Pinkvilla, Yash Raj Films has received offers in the range of 100 crores for the Telugu states. It has got Non-Refundable Advance (NRA) aka. MG offers from distributors like Mythri Movie Makers, Sri Venkateshwara Creations, Sithara Entertainment, and Asian Cinema, among other independent buyers. ## The studio has received the biggest offer from Asian Cinemas, which has made a staggering offer of Rs 100 crore for the Telugu states for the Hindi and Telugu dubbed version. Sithara Entertainment, on the other hand, has made an 80 crore deal. ## These are the biggest offers for a dubbed film in Telugu. The report also states that apart from Telugu states, the demand for the movie is also there in Karnataka, as heavyweights like KVN Productions and Hombale Films are expressing strong interest in releasing the movie in the state. ## The presence of superstar Jr. NTR, who makes his Bollywood debut with this film, is leading to huge interest for the movie in Telugu states, and the popularity of Hrithik Roshan is an added advantage in Southern states. ## The film is directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Yash Raj Films. It is the 6th film in YRF's Spy Universe and is scheduled to hit the big screen on August 14, in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil languages. ## Stay tuned...

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Varun Dhawan And Sharvari Wagh To Headline Maddock Films' 'Luka Chuppi 2'

Mumbai, May 23 - Producer Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films is turning 2019's hit rom-com Luka Chuppi into a franchise and has put its sequel under development with a new leading cast, replacing Kartik Aaryan and Kriti Sanon from the original movie. ## According to the report by Peepingmoon.com, Maddock has roped in Varun Dhawan and Sharvari Wagh to headline Luka Chuppi 2. Both actors have reportedly given their preliminary approval and are expected to formally sign on once the script is finalised in the coming months. ## The report further said that the sequel will be different from the original movie, with a supernatural twist in its comedic narrative. It will retain the humorous tone but will have an entirely different storyline from the first movie, which was centred on a couple navigating a live-in relationship complicated by the arrival of their traditional families. ## While the director's name is not revealed yet, Luka Chuppi 2 will reportedly be directed by one of the associates of Laxman Utekar who directed the first film. The upcoming film will mark Varun and Sharvari's first film together, although they both are part of Maddock's Horror Comedy universe. ## The shoot of Luka Chuppi 2 is expected to begin early next year after Varun and Sharvari wrap up their current commitments. Meanwhile, Maddock's Cocktail 2, starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Rashmika Mandanna, is set to begin production next month for a 2026 release. ## Stay tuned...

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Deepika Padukone Exits Prabhas-fronted 'Spirit'?

Mumbai, May 22 - Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's highly-awaited Pan India movie Spirit with superstar Prabhas, seems to have a major casting shift after Deepika Padukone reportedly exited the film for some reason. ## It is said that Deepika was officially on board to play the female lead role, but has now been dropped from the film. According to the report by Bollywood Hungama, SRV got the shock of his life when Deepika Padukone refused to shoot for more than 6 hours a day for Spirit. ## Apart from the shooting hours, Deepika, through her agency, reportedly demanded an amendment to the contract. Their point of contention was simple - if the shoot extends beyond 100 days, Deepika will have to be paid extra for every single day of the shoot beyond the commitment on paper. ## The report further states that director Vanga, along with the producers, tried their best to sort out the issues, but the actress refused to bow down, eventually leading Vanga to drop the Kalki actress from the movie. He is now looking to recast for the part. ## Interestingly, Deepika had earlier turned down the offer as the shooting timelines did not match due to her pregnancy. However, due to a delay in the shoot, SRV approached her again, and this time, she agreed to come on board, before she was dropped again. ## The film is produced by T-Series and Bhadrakali Pictures. The shoot of the movie is expected to commence in the next few months. ## Stay tuned...

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Director Om Raut Teams Up With Dhanush For A. P. J. Abdul Kalam's Biopic

Mumbai, May 21 - Director Om Raut has finally announced his next film after the hugely disappointing Adipurush (2023). He has teamed up with Tamil star Dhanush for the biopic of former President of India, A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, who is also known as 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮. ## Dhanush will essay the role of Abdul Kalam in the film titled Kalam - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮, which was announced at the Cannes Film Festival. It will be produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Abhishek Agarwal, and Anil Sankara under the banner of T-Series, Abhishek Agarwal Arts, and AK Entertainments. ## From Rameswaram to Rashtrapati Bhavan, the journey of a legend begins…India’s Missile Man is coming to the silver screen.Dream big. Rise higher. 🌠#KALAM - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮@dhanushkraja @omraut #BhushanKumar @AbhishekOfficl @AAArtsOfficial… pic.twitter.com/7IqefAdp91— T-Series (@TSeries) May 21, 2025 ## Om Raut last directed Pan India superstar Prabhas-fronted epic historical drama, Adipurush, which was based on Ramayana. While the film grossed approximately 400 crores worldwide, it received huge criticism for the portrayal of Ramayana characters. ## Stay tuned...

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'War 2' Teaser Clocks 70+ Million Views In The First 24 Hours

Mumbai, May 21 - The first teaser of Yash Raj Films' highly anticipated spy action thriller War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, has received a thunderous response across social media platforms, with mostly positive talk around it. The teaser was launched on May 20, on the occasion of Jr. NTR's birthday. ## Directed by Ayan Mukerji, the teaser scored a huge 70+ million views on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook in the first 24 hours. On TY alone, the blockbuster promo scored 25+ million views, including 20+ million views in the Hindi version. ## The talk around the teaser is mostly positive, with the main criticism being for VFX, which looked subpar. However, the social media users are praising Hrithik and NTR, who have been pitched against each other in this high-octane actioner, which is the 6th film in the YRF Spy Universe. ## War 2 marks Jr. NTR's Bollywood debut, and trade believes that his casting can prove to be a game-changer. It also stars Kiara Advani in the female lead role, along with Ashutosh Rana, while the rest of the cast has not been revealed yet. ## Produced by Yash Raj Film, War 2 is scheduled to hit the big screen on August 14, 2025, in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. ## ## Stay tuned...

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