Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti's Tiger Baby diversifies into ad production: first project to feature cricket legends, deets inside

With a history of creating high-quality content that appeals to urban audiences across the globe, Reema Kagti and Zoya Akhtar's production house, ‘Tiger Baby’ steps into the advertising space.  The production house aims to create short-form content ranging from TV and digital video commercials, music videos and brand films while maintaining a high standard of innovative and visually compelling storytelling.  Tiger Telly wants to aim to create content that is both entertaining and reflective of the evolving cultural shifts around us. Tiger Telly released their first TVC today, directed by Arjun Varain Singh ( director of the soon-to-be-released film Kho Gaye Hum Kahaan). The commercial is for a used car reselling platform, Spinny, and stars Sachin Tendulkar, Anil Kumble and Yuvraj Singh.  Commenting on it, Zoya Akhtar says, “This is Tiger Telly’s first ad film. We are excited. As a studio, we aim to tell stories across all formats and this campaign helped set that up beautifully. We’re looking forward to more collaborations like this.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Tiger Baby (@tigerbabyofficial) “It was refreshing to find a concept that was fun and aimed to make its audiences smile. And for us, the only way to do that was to have fun shooting and to make sure our cricketing legends felt the same way. So we did. And I hope audiences are able to get in on it!,” adds Arjun Varain Singh, the director of the films. The film features the three cricketing legends on a boys' road trip, which definitely makes one nostalgic for Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara. The ad film featured Sachin Tendulkar, recreating the cricketer's very first car, a bayers blue Maruti 800. In this film, Sachin goes out and about in the car, which the cricket icon loves the most along with films that explored the extraordinary spirit of ordinary people to go far for dreams, and love and to come together to create moments that matter. Tiger Telly’s services would begin with the script, and treatment development, and culminate with final edit deliverables ready for distribution. They will carry out the vision from inception to execution. Also Read: Sonakshi Sinha, Vijay Varma, Zoya Akhtar & team Dahaad strike a pose on the red carpet of Berlin International Film Festival 2023, see pics

Shiv Thakare opens up about a casting couch experience where he was being taken to a ‘massage center’

From being a simple guy from Amravati to now a popular reality show star, Shiv Thakare has been making his slow yet steady way into the world of Indian entertainment industry. But the former Bigg Boss contestant has definitely faced his fair share of struggles and Thakare, recently opened up about casting couch experiences, which has been a prominent challenge in this industry. He recalled a meeting with a casting director, where he was taken to a ‘massage centre’. In the past, many celebrities have opened up about #MeToo and casting couch experiences, which according to many, is quite rampant in the industry. Revealing about one such incident, Shiv Thakare said that how once the casting director had invited him to a ‘massage center’ after his audition. The reality show star recalled the experience in a Hindustan Times report, saying, "I once went for an audition in Aram Nagar, and he took me to the bathroom and said, ‘Yaha pe massage centre hai’. I didn’t get the connection between an audition and a massage centre. He told me, ‘Ek baar aap aao yaha audition ke baad. Aap workout bhi karte ho...’ I just left the place, since he was a casting director and I didn’t want to take any pangas. I am no Salman Khan.” Besides that, he also remembered yet another incident where a woman invited him to audition for a role at 11pm. Although he didn’t quite like the sound of it, and refused to meet her at an odd time, he revealed in the interview, “Itna bhola toh nahi hoon main ki (I am not that naïve that) I won’t understand what auditions happen at night. So, I told her that I have some work and I cannot make it. To this, she said, ‘Kaam Nahi karna? (don’t you wanna work?)’ ‘You won’t get work in the industry’ and other such things.” He further went on to add how these people would ‘demotivate’ and ‘manipulate’ strugglers in order to get what they want. For the unversed, Shiv Thakare gained fame as the winner of Bigg Boss Marathi and he also managed to win several hearts as he become one of the runners-up of Bigg Boss 16 (Hindi). The reality show star is expected to have also bagged the next season of Khatron Ke Khiladi but there has been no official update on the same. Also Read: Shiv Thakare, Akanksha Puri and others at launch of Naghma Khan’s Shaaz International Premiere League – Season 1

Ishita Dutta and Vatsal Seth announce pregnancy: Expecting their first child!

Ishita Dutta and Vatsal Seth are undoubtedly one of the most favourite couples in the entertainment industry. The duo first met on the sets of their show "Rishton Ka Saudagar - Baazigar" and fell in love with each other while shooting for the series. Since then, they have been setting couple goals for their fans. Recently, the duo announced that they are expecting their first child.  On Friday morning, March 31, Ishita Dutta and Vatsal Sheth shared a joint post on their respective social media handles to share the good news. In the two-photo post, the couple can be seen in coordinated outfits against a picturesque backdrop on the beach. In fact, in one of the photos, Vatsal can be seen posing for the camera while giving Ishita’s baby bump a kiss.  Captioning the image, they wrote, “Baby on Board,” followed by a red-heart emoticon. The news has sent waves of excitement and joy among her fans, who have been eagerly waiting for this moment. “So glad to see this and get this news,” wrote a user, while another exclaimed, “Wow! it's amazing!” Many of their friends from the industry also extended wishes including Shaheer Sheikh, Shweta Rastogi, Sheeba Akashdeep Sabir, and Bhakhtyar Irani, among others.    View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Ishita Dutta Sheth (@ishidutta) For the unversed, the couple tied the knot in a private ceremony on November 28, 2017, at the ISKCON Temple in Mumbai. The wedding was a low-key affair, attended only by close family and friends. Since their wedding, Ishita and Vatsal have continued to work in the entertainment industry and have appeared in several projects together. On the professional front, Ishita was last seen in Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam 2. Also Read: Ishita Dutta kicks off a new project with actor-husband Vatsal Sheth this New Year and it is a beautiful love nest

Pathaan director Siddharth Anand opens up on ‘Besharam Rang’ controversy; says he chose orange bikini “randomly”

The ‘Besharam Rang’ controversy arose when a few fringe groups called for a boycott of the film Pathaan after objections were raised over the colour of Deepika Padukone's bikini in the song. Many demanded that the song be removed or the colour of the costume be changed. However, the makers did not make any changes, and the film was eventually released to positive reviews from the audience. Speaking of the same, director Siddharth Anand shared the story behind choosing an orange colour bikini. It all happened during the News18 Rising India summit 2023. While addressing the issue, Siddharth stated that he chose the costume “randomly” and “never gave it too much thought.” He asserted, “The colour was looking nice. It was sunny, the grass was greener and the water was blue and the orange colour was looking good.” Anand further explained, “We thought when the audience would watch it they would understand that our intent was not wrong.” As he continued, Siddharth mentioned that “they were not scared” while calling the boycott “white noise.” He was quoted saying, “We knew that there was nothing objectionable in our film.” According to Siddharth, he would not hold the audience accountable for their initial reaction to the controversy since they had not seen the film at that point. He expressed gratitude for the audience's overwhelming response to the film, stating that they had shown great support by flocking to theatres to watch it. Concluding his take, the 44-year-old director said, “They (the audience) proved the whole boycott movement wrong. And when you are calling for a boycott of a star or a movie, you are not seeing how many people’s livelihood is dependent on that particular movie especially if it works. At least three hundred people work on a film every day. And when the shoot gets over so many VFX artists work on the post-production. It’s very easy to say boycott, that too, without reason.” Coming to the professional front, Siddharth is currently busy with the shooting of his next venture, Fighter, starring Deepika Padukone and Hrithik Roshan. Also Read: Arijit Singh REACTS to ‘Gerua’ controversy; says, “Saffron is the colour of Sanyasis”

Ayan Mukerji says Brahmastra 2 and 3 will be shot simultaneously, sequel to release in 2026: ‘We will write it better without comprising it’

Following years of wait and much anticipation, Brahmastra – Part One: Shiva starring Ranbir Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan, and Alia Bhatt released in the theatres on September 9, 2022. While the visual spectacle collected Rs. 257.44 cr in India, the film is the first installment in the Ayan Mukerji-directed trilogy. The director has now revealed that they plan to shoot the sequels simultaneously with an aim to release the second part in 2026. At the News18 Rising India summit in New Delhi, Ayan Mukerji said, “We will make Brahmastra 2 and 3 together. The truth is we are going to take a little bit of time to write it. I know there’s a lot of anticipation.” He added, “People want the (second part of the film) film to come out. But pehle achchi tarah se likhenge without compromising it. I think it will be about three years from now before we see Brahmastra 2 on the big screen." While Brahmastra: Part One - Shiva might have been successful at the box office, it did draw criticism for its weak dialogues which were penned by Hussain Dalal. The filmmaker acknowledged the criticism by saying, “We did get some mixed reactions. We still did really good numbers. A lot of people accepted our film. It also did well when it came out on streaming (platform). It’s probably the highest-grossing Hindi film of 2022. But I still hear that criticism very clearly.” He further said, “The thing is I accept and agree with some of it. Some of that criticism came down to some aspects related to the writing and story of Brahmastra. I want to understand these things and make part two better.” Brahmastra also had a cameo of Shah Rukh Khan, with Mouni Roy playing the antagonist. ALSO READ: Ranbir Kapoor confirms Ayan Mukerji is writing Brahmastra 2 and 3; expected to go on floors by 2023 end

Salman Khan Threat Case: Dhakad Ram Bishnoi arrested in Jodhpur by Mumbai Police

Over a week ago, Bollywood actor Salman Khan's security was beefed up by the Mumbai Police after one of his associates, Jordy Patel, received a threat via an email. His close friend Prashant Gunjalkar filed a complaint regarding the same and a case was registered at the Bandra Police Station in Mumbai against gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, Goldy Brar and a person named Rohit Garg under IPC sections 506(2),120(b) & 34. Now, Mumbai Police has arrested a man named Dhakad Ram Bishnoi in Jodhpur in connection with the email threatening case. As per reports, Dhakad Ram Bishnoi (21) is a resident of Siyagon ki Dhani in Rohicha Kalan village in Jodhpur. He was reportedly out on bail under the Arms Act. Gaurav Yadav, Jodhpur’s DCP (West), said that a team from Mumbai’s Bandra Police had arrived to arrest him. “They asked us to assist them in detaining Bishnoi. We provided them with the support and handed Bishnoi over to the Mumbai PoliceYadav said, as reported by PTI on Sunday. "After a detailed technical investigation into the case, police got information about the accused person's whereabouts, following which a team was sent to Rajasthan and the man was apprehended," a police official said. According to a previous report in PTI, a police official said that “two Assistant Police Inspector (API)-rank officers and eight to ten constables will be part of Khan's security detail round the clock.” The official also added that fans won’t be allowed to assemble outside Salman’s Galaxy Apartments residence in Bandra. It was earlier reported that Y-plus security has been provided to Salman Khan by the police. He will also travel in bullet-proof car with his personal security detail. Additional security measures have also been given to the actor. As per reports, a person named Rohit Garg allegedly issued the threat and mentioned Goldy Brar, Canadian gangster's name, saying the latter wants to meet the actor in person. Recently, Lawrence Bishnoi also allegedly said that killing Salman is his life's goal. In a recent report shared by ABP News, Bishnoi was quoted saying, “There is anger in our society for Salman Khan. He humiliated my society. A case was filed against him but he did not apologize. If he does not tender an apology, be ready to face the consequences. I will not depend on anyone else.” He went on to add that he has been harboring the feeling of hatred ever since childhood. Bishnoi continued, “Will break his ego sooner or later. He should come to our deity’s temple and apologize. If our society forgives, then I will not say anything.” ALSO READ: Salman Khan brings Pooja Hegde in place of Kareena Kapoor Khan in Pavan Putra

Salman Khan Threat Case: Dhakad Ram Bishnoi arrested in Jodhpur by Mumbai Police

Over a week ago, Bollywood actor Salman Khan's security was beefed up by the Mumbai Police after one of his associates, Jordy Patel, received a threat via an email. His close friend Prashant Gunjalkar filed a complaint regarding the same and a case was registered at the Bandra Police Station in Mumbai against gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, Goldy Brar and a person named Rohit Garg under IPC sections 506(2),120(b) & 34. Now, Mumbai Police has arrested a man named Dhakad Ram Bishnoi in Jodhpur in connection with the email threatening case. As per reports, Dhakad Ram Bishnoi (21) is a resident of Siyagon ki Dhani in Rohicha Kalan village in Jodhpur. He was reportedly out on bail under the Arms Act. Gaurav Yadav, Jodhpur’s DCP (West), said that a team from Mumbai’s Bandra Police had arrived to arrest him. “They asked us to assist them in detaining Bishnoi. We provided them with the support and handed Bishnoi over to the Mumbai PoliceYadav said, as reported by PTI on Sunday. "After a detailed technical investigation into the case, police got information about the accused person's whereabouts, following which a team was sent to Rajasthan and the man was apprehended," a police official said. According to a previous report in PTI, a police official said that “two Assistant Police Inspector (API)-rank officers and eight to ten constables will be part of Khan's security detail round the clock.” The official also added that fans won’t be allowed to assemble outside Salman’s Galaxy Apartments residence in Bandra. It was earlier reported that Y-plus security has been provided to Salman Khan by the police. He will also travel in bullet-proof car with his personal security detail. Additional security measures have also been given to the actor. As per reports, a person named Rohit Garg allegedly issued the threat and mentioned Goldy Brar, Canadian gangster's name, saying the latter wants to meet the actor in person. Recently, Lawrence Bishnoi also allegedly said that killing Salman is his life's goal. In a recent report shared by ABP News, Bishnoi was quoted saying, “There is anger in our society for Salman Khan. He humiliated my society. A case was filed against him but he did not apologize. If he does not tender an apology, be ready to face the consequences. I will not depend on anyone else.” He went on to add that he has been harboring the feeling of hatred ever since childhood. Bishnoi continued, “Will break his ego sooner or later. He should come to our deity’s temple and apologize. If our society forgives, then I will not say anything.” ALSO READ: Salman Khan brings Pooja Hegde in place of Kareena Kapoor Khan in Pavan Putra

REVEALED: Yash Raj Films earns Rs. 115 crores as net profit on an operating income of Rs 614 crores in FY 2021-22; FY 2022-23’s profit to be HIGHER thanks to Pathaan’s BLOCKBUSTER success

Some significant films from Bollywood haven’t worked in recent times. But thanks to the blockbuster success of Pathaan, the industry is able to breathe easy for the time being. Starring Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone and John Abraham, this Yash Raj Films (YRF) production broke several records and is now the biggest Hindi grosser ever, crossing the collections of Baahubali 2 – The Conclusion (2017). And recently, YRF CEO Akshaye Widhani shared some interesting details about how the company’s fortunes changed thanks to Pathaan. In an interaction with The Economic Times, Akshaye Widhani said that in terms of revenue, FY 2023-24 will be bigger than FY 2019-20 and 2021-22 for YRF. He also confessed that the Spy Universe has become a precious IP for them and that it is India’s biggest franchise. The Spy Universe’s first film was Ek Tha Tiger (2012), starring Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif. The same star cast was repeated in Tiger Zinda Hai (2017). Then, Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff were seen in War (2019). All these aforementioned films were huge blockbusters in cinemas. Pathaan meanwhile was a one-of-its-kind Spy Universe film as it also featured Salman Khan as Tiger. The Economic Times article also mentions that as per an Acuite Ratings report, Yash Raj Films in FY 2019-20 recorded a net profit of Rs. 61 crores on operating income of Rs. 614 crores. In FY 2021-22, it had a net profit of Rs. 115 crores on an operating income of Rs 614 crores. Pathaan meanwhile has already collected more than Rs. 1000 crores globally. And this year, YRF is scheduled to have two more releases – Tiger 3, starring Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif and Emraan Hashmi, and The Great Indian Family, featuring Vicky Kaushal and Manushi Chhillar. Tiger 3 will release on Diwali 2023 and will have a special appearance of Shah Rukh Khan, reprising his role of Pathaan. And that’s not all. Akshaye Widhani, in interaction with Variety, has admitted that they are looking to now release Pathaan in China, Japan and Latin America. This can further add to Pathaan’s box office collections and also YRF’s revenues. Also Read: REVEALED: Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan to soon release in China, Japan and Latin America; 50% of YRF’s theatrical slate from now on would comprise spy universe films

Bombay HC rules in favour of Salman Khan and his bodyguard; quashes complaint in journalist ‘assault’ case

In March 2022, the Andheri Magistrate Court had issued a summons to Salman Khan and his bodyguard Nawaz Shaikh after a journalist filed a complaint against the actor in 2019 accusing the actor of misbehaving with him. It was later challenged in the High Court. As per the latest update in the case,  the Bombay High Court, on Thursday, quashed the private case. A single-judge bench of Justice Bharati H Dangre had concluded the hearing. The single bench also reserved its orders in the plea by Salman Khan and his bodyguard on March 21. Dangre said, “Let people have their own privacy, Whether it is an actor, lawyer or judge. None of you is above the law. Neither an actor nor a press person. Even they are bound to follow the law,” during the hearing. Meanwhile, the actor's lawyer, senior counsel Aabad Ponda, claimed that the journalist's words and stance had significantly improved. Bombay High Court ordered to quash the FIR registered against actor Salman Khan, in the case of assault and misbehaviour with a journalist in 2019. Salman Khan will not have to appear in Andheri court. (File pic) pic.twitter.com/0yWKpVuYS3 — ANI (@ANI) March 30, 2023 At the conclusion of the hearing, Justice Dangre also noted that the magistrate had not properly met the requirements of Sections 200 (verification) and 202 (police enquiry) of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) when issuing the summons and that the complaint lacked the "threat" necessary to constitute a crime of criminal intimidation. For the unversed, a journalist had claimed that he along with a camera person, tried to film Khan when the actor was cycling. In his complaint, he alleged that though he had the bodyguards’ permission, they allegedly manhandled him and snatched his phone after Khan objected to being photographed. He also alleged that the D N Nagar police had refused to file a complaint, after which he filed a private complaint before the magistrate, seeking criminal action against the actor and his bodyguard. On April 5 of last year, the high court issued a stay of the proceedings, which it upheld intermittently. Also Read: BREAKING: Yash Raj Films’ Tiger vs Pathaan, starring Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan, to go on floors in January 2024

SCOOP: Koffee With Karan returns with Season 8: Shah Rukh Khan to kick off the new season; Yash, Allu Arjun and Rishab Shetty to make their appearance

Karan Johar is getting ready for the new season of his smash-hit talk show Koffee With Karan. Preparations are on to lock in the dates for Season 8. It will probably go on air around August or September. In the meanwhile, here is what we know about the next season: the super-celebrity guests would be a mix of the fresh and the familiar. Shah Rukh Khan, who did not appear in Season 7, but has appeared in all other seasons, is likely to kick off Season 8, talking about the smash success of Pathaan. Also, sources say there will be more emphasis on the South side. “Stars from the South are now very much a part of the pan-India stardom. Karan Johar will be inviting Yash (of KGF fame), Allu Arjun (of Pushpa fame) and Rishab Shetty (of Kantara fame) with their respective wives,” said a source. There will be new segments and a complete change of décor. All in all, more power, more glamour and, yes, more scandalous revelations are to be expected in Season 8 of Koffee With Karan. As far as films is concerned, Karan is all set to return as a director after almost seven years with Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. The film has an ensemble cast of Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan and Shabana Azmi. It is all set to release in theatres on July 28. Also Read: Priyanka Chopra is jetlagged, Karan Johar keeps her company; actress confesses about binge watching Koffee With Karan

Producer of Sachin - A Billion Dreams Ravi Bhagchandka teams up with Aamir Khan & Sony Pictures for a sports film

Sachin – A Billion Dreams, which was based on India’s cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, was one of a kind documentary that also did well at the box office apart from gaining critical acclaim. Now, the producer of the film Ravi Bhagchandka has teamed up with Aamir Khan and Sony Pictures to producer a sports drama titled Champions. Sharing more about the film, Bhagchandka said in a statement, “Champions is not an out and out sports film. It has a human-interest story against the backdrop of sports.” The film is the official remake of the 2018 Spanish film Campeones (English title: Champions). “We saw the film at the Berlin Film Festival and we really liked what we saw. It’s about the individual challenges of the differently abled and how they are living their lives. There are also a lot of heart-warming and humorous moments in the film and that’s essentially what we liked most about the film,” added Bhagchandka. He also said that they will reveal the cast of the film at a later date. Apart from Champions, Bhagchandka has a series of other projects lined up under his banner 200 NOTOUT. The name of the banner is dedicated to Tendulkar’s highest score of 200 not out in one-day internationals. He is the first batter to achieve the feat. One of his other upcoming projects is the film adaptation of George McCutcheon’s 1902 book Brewster’s Millions. Speaking about this and few other projects, Bhagchandka added, “We have already examined various drafts of the script; it’s shaping up well and we should be able to kick that off soon. Apart from this, we are planning a political thriller web series based on one of Ashwin Sanghi’s best-selling books. In the pipeline is another riveting film adaptation of the Argentinian bestseller novel, All Yours. This film is a co-production with Sagarika Ghatge Khan and is set to be directed by Kanishk Varma of Inside Edge series fame. Besides this, we are also making a couple of entertaining sports-based reality shows which are in very nascent stages and a sports biopic that is sure to hit it out of the park!” Also Read: Aamir Khan talks about Yash Chopra and Aditya Chopra; says, “Was worried for Yashji and Adi when they told me that they were making the studio!”

Bhumi Pednekar on her role as UNDP's First National Advocate, “I hope all the work I do goes towards making the world more equal in many ways”

Last week, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) announced Bollywood star and a passionate Climate Warrior Bhumi Pednekar as their first National Advocate for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As a National Advocate, Bhumi will support UNDP India's efforts to raise awareness and mobilize support for the SDGs, a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030. Bhumi made her first appearance in her new role at the launch of the flagship magazine, Inspiring India. The second edition of the magazine is a tribute to the exceptional women of this country and their indomitable spirit to challenge the status quo, shatter stereotypes and make change happen. As shared by Hindustan times, UNDP India asked Pednekar a slew of questions on her journey, inspirations and more at the launch event. Pednekar expressed her happiness on achieving such an honor and shared, “I am thrilled and it’s such an honour that they (UNDP) thought that I was worthy of taking on this responsibility.” “For very long, I tried my bit and gave back to the society through my work, but now, when I collaborate with an institution like UNDP, it would help my voice to reach out to more people and to the people that need it the most. It’s just a very fulfilling feeling for me,” she added. The event was also attended by Shombi Sharp, UN Resident Coordinator for India; Manasi Joshi Indian para-badminton player; Ralf Heckner, Swiss ambassador to India and Freddy Svane, Danish ambassador to India. “As people of influence, the idea being that we have to achieve all the goals for this world to become a fair and equal place for everyone,” Pednekar further said. “In whatever way, either through my onscreen work or off-screen contribution, the idea is to spread the right message to inspire as many people as possible to take the right path,” she said. “I hope that all the work that I do goes toward making the world more equal in many ways,” she added. This edition of Inspiring India has a special message from the President of India, Droupadi Murmu. It also features businesswomen and founders of Nykaa, Falguni, and Adwaita Nayar, para-badminton champion Manasi Joshi, captain of the Indian football team Sunil Chhetri, Ecofeminist and Padmashri Awardee Jamuna Tudu and UNDP India's Youth Climate Champion, Prajakta Koli. Bhumi has been associated with UNDP India as the Women@Work Champion since 2022. She has raised awareness on issues such as gender-based violence, and climate action. She also voluntarily turned to vegetarianism to tread lighter on the planet. Also Read: Bhumi Pednekar schools us on how to how to style denim on denim fashionably for this summer

Priyanka Chopra makes a gaffe by calling RRR a ‘Tamil’ film after Dax Shepard calls SS Rajamouli's directorial a Bollywood movie; netizens call out her mistake

Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who has been busy with the promotions of her upcoming Prime Video series Citadel, has ardently supported filmmaker SS Rajamouli for his movie RRR. The film had all the buzz around the Oscars and eventually, the film’s song ‘Naatu Naatu’ won Best Original Song at the 95th Academy Awards. She even attended a special screening in LA and hosted Ram Charan and his family her home. So when the actress made a blunder about the film’s language and called it a Tamil movie on Dax Shepard’s podcast, netizens were left surprised. On the Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard podcast, the host compared Bollywood to be like Hollywood in the 50s with big studios and few stars, Priyanka agreed by saying, “I don’t think you are far from it. I think that was what it was… big studios, five actors… big movies will be made by them; but the game is changed so much now. First of all, it’s streaming. It has given access to so many people who are making content.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Dax Shepard (@daxshepard) When Dax interrupted her by saying RRR is a Bollywood movie, she corrected him only to call the Telugu-language movie, a Tamil movie. “Bollywood has evolved in such an incredible way. You have the mainstream big action and the love story and the dancing…” she said. When Dax interrupted, “RRR…”, Priyanka added, “That’s a Tamil movie by the way. It’s like big, mega, blockbuster Tamil which does all of those… it’s like our Avengers.” Interestingly, Priyanka Chopra worked with Ram Charan in the 2013 movie Zanjeer. Her first movie was in Tamil, titled Tamizhan, starring Vijay in the lead role. Meanwhile, Priyanka Chopra Jonas will be seen in Russo Brothers’ series Citadel which is set for Prime Video with Richard Madden and Stanley Tucci. The series will premiere on April 28. She also has a movie Love Again releasing in theatres on May 12, with Sam Heughan and Celine Dion. She also has Farhan Akhtar’s Jee Le Zaraa alongside Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif. ALSO READ: Amaal Mallik speaks about “campism, bootlicking and powerplay” in Bollywood after Priyanka Chopra opens up on being cornered; calls latter “amazing woman”

Ranveer Singh becomes the brand ambassador of Star Sports; says, "It's an honour for me"

Star Sports, India’s Home of Sports, is delighted to announce Bollywood superstar and sports aficionado Ranveer Singh as its brand ambassador. This association makes the pop culture icon the first actor to be associated with Star Sports, a development that reflects the growing synergy between sports and entertainment in India. Ranveer, in his role as 'sutradhaar' for the upcoming season of the "Incredible League", will be involved in creating a stream of immersive and entertaining content which brings alive compelling narratives from the past, present, and future of the league.  The journey of the ‘sutradhaar’ starts with the opening weekend (Fri, Mar 31 – Sun, Apr 2) as Ranveer introduces the key narratives for the 16th edition of the tournament, its biggest to date. Singh's collaboration with Star Sports is a significant move for the brand. Star Sports aims to leverage Singh's massive popularity and his deep love for sports to connect with diverse audience cohorts which haven't yet formed a deep relationship with Sports. It is in line with Star Sports' stated mission of making India a sporting nation by fuelling fandom and passion for sports. Singh, on the other hand, sees this association as a perfect opportunity to showcase his love for sports and share his passion with his fans. His vast and impressive knowledge and understanding of sports combined with his standing of being one of the most popular actors in the entertainment industry make him an ideal choice to take the power of sports wider and deeper across the country. Talking about the association, Ranveer Singh said, "Star Sports is a brand that is synonymous with sports in India. As a sports enthusiast, being associated with a brand that has redefined the way sports are viewed and consumed in India is truly special. I have grown up watching some of the most iconic moments in World sports on Star Sports, and it's an honour for me to be a part of this incredible journey.” Sanjog Gupta, Head- of Sports, at Disney Star, said, “We believe that sports in India is on the move but needs a continuous injection of fandom to turn into a full-fledged movement. In Ranveer Singh, we see a die-hard sports fan, a committed storyteller, and an entertainer par excellence, who is keen to use his popularity to grow sports. Working with him, we want to reach new audiences, who still haven't discovered their passion for the sport. This also includes millions of viewers, who haven't been watching Cricket or don't watch Cricket regularly. We want to use, in conjunction, the power of storytelling and Ranveer's popularity, to create a compelling invitation for them." Star Sports and Ranveer Singh’s journey as partners starts with the Opening Weekend of Tata IPL 2023 (Mar 31 – Apr 2), and continues through the tournament as heroes emerge and stories develop. It also entails major sporting events coming up on the network including World Test Championship Final, Premier League, Pro Kabaddi, Asia Cup and ICC Cricket World Cup. Also Read: Ranveer Singh and Arjun Kapoor pose with Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway star Rani Mukerji, see photo

Om Raut and Bhushan Kumar visit Vaishno Devi to seek blessings for Adipurush

Filmmaker Om Raut and producer Bhushan Kumar recently visited the holy Vaishno Devi temple on the occasion of Navratri and to seek blessings for their upcoming keenly awaited film Adipurush, which stars Prabhas and Kriti Sanon in lead roles. For the unversed, Vaishno Devi is one of the foremost pilgrimage sites in India, situated in Jammu and Kashmir. Sharing more about the visit, a statement from the makers said, “Remarking the creation of universe and beginning of the world by Maa Shri Durga, Chaitra Navratri holds immense significance in the Hindu culture! With this belief and Shri Gulshan Kumar’s immense faith in Maa Vaishno Devi, the makers seek divine blessings for Adipurush.” Adipurush is the retelling of the great Indian epic Ramayana. The film will see Prabhas, Kriti Sanon, Sunny Singh and Saif Ali Khan essay the roles of Lord Ram, Sita, Lakshman and Raavan respectively. Sharing more about the film, Kriti had told the agency PTI (Press Trust of India) earlier this year, “It is a film that the entire team is extremely proud of. I hope and pray that people will also equally be proud of it. It is something that is so important to all of us. It is just not a film for us, it is way more than that. I hope it gets its due. I have a feeling it will. It is important to make these stories. It is educational for kids. I feel if I had not seen it then, today’s children would also have not seen it.” Produced by T- Series, Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar, Om Raut, Prasad Sutar, and Rajesh Nair of Retrophiles, Adipurush will be releasing globally on June 16, 2023. Also Read: Om Raut on 150 days for Adipurush, “World will witness India’s timeless epic”

Nawazuddin Siddiqui files Rs. 100 crore defamation case against his brother and estranged wife

Nawazuddin Siddiqui has moved the court for defaming and maligning his image and has filed a defamation suit against Shamas Nawab Siddiqui and former wife Aaliya Siddiqui seeking damages of Rs. 100 crores. As per current reports, the hearing will be held on March 30 by Justice RI Chagla. The suit has come after several allegations were thrown against the Kick actor after his wife accused the Siddiqui family of harassment and torture. In his suit, the actor has alleged that the allegations thrown towards him has affected his public image. In the suit that has been filed through advocate Sunil Kumar, Nawazuddin Siddiqui has alleged that he is unable to make any kind of appearances or attend social gatherings owing to the many accusations thrown towards him. He has alleged that these ‘misleading claims’ have impacted his career and hence, he has also requested the court to pass an order of injunction to restrict his brother and estranged wife Anjana Pandey alias Aaliya Siddiqui from making any more defamatory comments against him, along with a request added for taking down the already existing remarks and statements against him. Furthermore, in the same suit, Nawazuddin Siddiqui has also alleged that his brother has committed several fraudulent transactions which has resulted in major monetary loss for the actor. The actor has further alleged that due to misappropriation of funds, the actor currently owes a whopping amount of Rs. 37 crores to the government, after his brother failed to make some major payments. Furthermore, he has also accused his wife Aaliya Siddiqui of being an accomplice to his brother and misappropriating Rs. 21 crores. As per the given report, when Nawazuddin confronted his brother regarding the missing funds, the latter is claimed to have ‘instigated’ Nawaz’s estranged wife against the Siddiqui family, which led to her alleging that how her in-laws tortured and harassed her. With the hearing to be held on March 30, it is yet to be seen how the case proceeds. Also Read: Nawazuddin Siddiqui BREAKS his silence on allegations made by Aaliya Siddiqui; pens a long note clarifying his stand

Salman Khan Threat Case: Dhakad Ram Bishnoi arrested in Jodhpur by Mumbai Police

Over a week ago, Bollywood actor Salman Khan's security was beefed up by the Mumbai Police after one of his associates, Jordy Patel, received a threat via an email. His close friend Prashant Gunjalkar filed a complaint regarding the same and a case was registered at the Bandra Police Station in Mumbai against gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, Goldy Brar and a person named Rohit Garg under IPC sections 506(2),120(b) & 34. Now, Mumbai Police has arrested a man named Dhakad Ram Bishnoi in Jodhpur in connection with the email threatening case. As per reports, Dhakad Ram Bishnoi (21) is a resident of Siyagon ki Dhani in Rohicha Kalan village in Jodhpur. He was reportedly out on bail under the Arms Act. Gaurav Yadav, Jodhpur’s DCP (West), said that a team from Mumbai’s Bandra Police had arrived to arrest him. “They asked us to assist them in detaining Bishnoi. We provided them with the support and handed Bishnoi over to the Mumbai PoliceYadav said, as reported by PTI on Sunday. "After a detailed technical investigation into the case, police got information about the accused person's whereabouts, following which a team was sent to Rajasthan and the man was apprehended," a police official said. According to a previous report in PTI, a police official said that “two Assistant Police Inspector (API)-rank officers and eight to ten constables will be part of Khan's security detail round the clock.” The official also added that fans won’t be allowed to assemble outside Salman’s Galaxy Apartments residence in Bandra. It was earlier reported that Y-plus security has been provided to Salman Khan by the police. He will also travel in bullet-proof car with his personal security detail. Additional security measures have also been given to the actor. As per reports, a person named Rohit Garg allegedly issued the threat and mentioned Goldy Brar, Canadian gangster's name, saying the latter wants to meet the actor in person. Recently, Lawrence Bishnoi also allegedly said that killing Salman is his life's goal. In a recent report shared by ABP News, Bishnoi was quoted saying, “There is anger in our society for Salman Khan. He humiliated my society. A case was filed against him but he did not apologize. If he does not tender an apology, be ready to face the consequences. I will not depend on anyone else.” He went on to add that he has been harboring the feeling of hatred ever since childhood. Bishnoi continued, “Will break his ego sooner or later. He should come to our deity’s temple and apologize. If our society forgives, then I will not say anything.” ALSO READ: Salman Khan brings Pooja Hegde in place of Kareena Kapoor Khan in Pavan Putra

Kriti Sanon, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Tabu starrer The Crew begins shoot

One of Kriti Sanon’s upcoming projects is The Crew. The movie will see her teaming up with much senior actresses like Kareena Kapoor Khan and Tabu. The actress is here to increase the excitement as she has begun filming The Crew, while her admirers are eagerly awaiting more about her involvement in the picture.   On Saturday, Kriti took to Instagram and shared a picture of a clapboard along with a warm message. She wrote in the caption, “New beginnings!!! Toooooo excited for this one! The feeling of a new story, a new character.. this journey will be a memorable one! @rheakapoor @ektarkapoor @rajoosworld @anujdhawan13 Butterflies dancing in my stomach Wish me luck guys! Missing my girl gang.. @kareenakapoorkhan @tabutiful.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Kriti (@kritisanon) Ekta Kapoor, the producer of the film, also posted a video on Instagram, announcing the commencement of the shoot. Sharing the video, she captioned, “The crew begins !!! Best of luck to d crew! Happie bday @kapoor.sunita my fav kapoor n JAI MATA DI ! #navratri mein Shubh arambh @rheakapoor @kareenakapoorkhan @kritisanon @tabutiful @rajoosworld.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by EktaaRkapoor (@ektarkapoor) Rhea Kapoor also shared the clipboard of the film and wrote, “Is this real life!? Day 1. On @kapoor.sunita birthday with my Nani’s blessings! Happy birthday mommy I couldn’t be here without you! i love you!”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Rhea Kapoor (@rheakapoor) The story of The Crew follows three women who work and hustle to move on with life. But as they try to make their way forward, their destinies lead them to some unexpected and unwarranted situations, leading them to get caught in a web of lies. Eventhough Kriti has begun with the shoot, Kareena and Tabu's are yet to start. Kriti was recently seen in Rohit Dhawan’s Shehzada opposite Kartik Aaryan. Apart from The Crew, she will also be seen in Adipurush opposite Prabhas and the action film Ganapath opposite Tiger Shroff that is slated to release on October 20, 2023. The actress will also be seen opposite Shahid Kapoor in an untitled film under Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films banner. Also Read: Kriti Sanon and Jr NTR share screen for the first time as they collaborate for an ad film, watch

Ajay Devgn-Tabu starrer Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha is expected to release around Diwali 2023, says producer Shreyans Hirawat

Ajay Devgn is gearing up for the release of his highly awaited film Bholaa. It is all set to arrive in cinemas in less than a week, on Thursday, March 30, and there’s significant buzz around it. Once the big-budget action entertainer is out, the superstar won’t have time to sit back and relax as he’ll be resuming the shoot for Neeraj Pandey’s Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha. Producer Shreyans Hirawat of NH Studioz yesterday spoke about it and also shared interesting details about the film’s release period. Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha’s first schedule took place in February 2023. As per a report in Mid-day, the second schedule has commenced in Film City, Goregaon with Jimmy Sheirgill and Saiee Manjrekar. Ajay Devgn and the female lead Tabu are all set to join the shoot from the first week of April. The report also quotes Shreyans Hirawat who stated that the principal filming is expected to get over by Mid-day. He also added that they plan to release Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha around Diwali. The highly-awaited Tiger 3, starring Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif, is already scheduled to hit screens on the Festival of Lights. It now remains to be seen if Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha clashes with Tiger 3 or does it release a few weeks before or after Diwali. Besides Mumbai, Neeraj Pandey’s directorial will also be shot in Lucknow and in overseas. The film’s music is composed by Oscar winning music director M M Keeravani. As per reports, Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha is a love story that spans 19-20 years, from 2002 to 2023. On this, Shreyans Hirawat confessed that the film is a romantic thriller and though it has action, it won’t be a “typical Neeraj Pandey film”. Interestingly, Tabu also features in Bholaa and was also in Ajay Devgn’s previous release, Drishyam 2 (2022). Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha will see both the actors teaming up for the tenth time. Also Read: Bholaa stars Ajay Devgn and Tabu to kick off second schedule of Neeraj Pandey’s Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha in April

Salman Khan brings Pooja Hegde in place of Kareena Kapoor Khan in Pavan Putra

Released in 2015, Bajrangi Bhaijaan not only became one of the biggest hits but also a film that found mass acceptance. Starring Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan and child actress Harshali Malhotra, the film about the unusual bond between a simpleton Indian and a little Pakistani girl moved hearts. Last year, fans of Salman Khan had a moment of rejoice when the sequel of Bajrangi Bhaijaan titled Pavan Putra was announced. The thought of seeing their favourite star essay the same role again was reason enough to excite them. But there was no update on the project following the announcement. But now, Bollywood Hungama has learnt that Salman has brought Pooja Hegde on board for Pavan Putra. In other words, the film will see her replacing Kareena Kapoor. Whether Pooja will play the same character that Kareena played in the first film is not known yet. Interestingly, Pooja is also the leading lady in Salman’s upcoming release Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan. Directed by Farhad Samji, the film is all set to release during Eid in April this year. For the unversed, Bajrangi Bhaijaan told the story of a mute Pakistani girl Munni (Harshali), who gets separated from her mother when the latter had visited India with her for a religious purpose. A happy-go-lucky Bajrangi (Salman) comes across Munni and makes it a mission to reunite her with her mother in Pakistan. The film also starred Nawazuddin Siddiqui in the role of a Pakistani TV journalist Chand Nawab. Also Read: Will the postponement of Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan lead to Dunki’s release being pushed to 2024?

Bholaa stars Ajay Devgn and Tabu to kick off second schedule of Neeraj Pandey's Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha in April

Actor-filmmaker Ajay Devgn is one week away from the release of his upcoming action-drama Bholaa. The Hindi remake of Kaithi has been styled as the story of a one-man army, set in one night, fighting a multitude of enemies in various forms; human and otherwise. This marks Ajay's ninth association with Tabu. However, they are also going to star in the musical drama Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha by Neeraj Pandey. The film went on floors in February 2023 and the makers will kick off the second schedule in April. Producer Shreyans Hirawat informed Mid-Day that Ajay Devgn and Tabu will join the cast in the first week of April for the shoot. “Ajay ji is currently tied up with the release of Bholaa, and we will wait for him to re-join the shoot. We hope to complete the principal photography by mid-May, and plan to release the film around Diwali,” he said. The Neeraj Pandey directorial is being shot across Lucknow and Mumbai. “We will have one overseas schedule,” added Hirawat. The producer further said, “All I can say is that it is a romantic thriller. It has action, but [staying true to] a typical Neeraj Pandey film, it doesn’t have too much of it.” Oscar-winning music composer MM Keeravaani is part of the project. With this film, Tabu and Ajay come together for the tenth time. They have previously worked in Vijaypath, Haqeeqat, Thakshak, Fitoor, Drishyam, Golmaal Again, De De Pyaar De, Drishyam 2 and Bholaa. Meanwhile, Bholaa is the Hindi remake of the Tamil blockbuster Kaithi. The film, released in 2019, was an action thriller directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. It was headlined by Karthi alongside Narain and Dheena. It was produced by S. R. Prakashbabu and S. R. Prabhu under the banner Dream Warrior Pictures and co-produced by Tiruppur Vivek under the banner Vivekananda Pictures. Ajay Devgn returns to screens after Drishyam 2 success with Bholaa which is a story of a father who will fight anyone who comes in the way of his quest to reach his young daughter. The film will release in theatres on March 30, 2023. ALSO READ: Rakul Preet Singh opens up on working with Allu Arjun, Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgn; says, “When you have that moment, you make the most of it”

Kapil Sharma starrer Zwigato becomes tax-free in Odisha

Zwigato produced by Applause Entertainment and Nandita Das Initiatives, starring Kapil Sharma and Shahana Goswami in lead roles, has been made tax-free in the state of Odisha where it was shot. The government of Odisha announced that it is waiving off entertainment tax on movie tickets for Zwigato as part of its effort to promote the movie and the state as a destination for film shooting. The Chief Minister of Odisha, Shri Naveen Patnaik, applauded Nandita Das for her efforts in promoting the state as a destination for commercial movie making and made the announcement of the entertainment tax waiver. Zwigato has received positive reviews from both critics and audiences for its universal theme. The positive word of mouth has encouraged the Odisha government to take this move, which is sure to help drive people to the cinemas and promote the message of the movie to a wider audience. A source close to the film spoke about how the team reacted to this news adding, “Overall, this is a great boost for Zwigato and its message, and it's a testament to the hard work put in by the cast and crew of the film, as well as the support from the government of Odisha.” Zwigato revolves around the life of a food delivery man essayed by Kapil Sharma. After losing his job at a factory because of lockdown and the pandemic, his character takes up the job of a food delivery man. Also Read: Kapil Sharma claims he ‘doesn’t vibe well with grownups’; says, “I prefer the company of my children”

Sonu Nigam’s father robbed of Rs. 72 lakh, FIR registered against ex-driver

Sonu Nigam’s father Agamkumar Nigam has filed an FIR (First Information Report) against his former driver for allegedly stealing Rs. 72 lakh from his residence in Mumbai. The singer's father lives at Windsor Grand building in Oshiwara, Andheri west. The alleged robbery took between March 19 and March 20. The FIR was registered by Sonu Nigam's sister Nikita who reached Oshiwara police station in the wee hours of Wednesday. As per the complaint, Agamkumar Nigam has a driver named Rehan for 8 months but was sacked from the job after his performance was unsatisfactory, as told by an official. As per a report in PTI, an official said that Agamkumar visited Nikita's home in the Versova area on March 19 for lunch. He was back at his residence after sometime. He called his daughter in the evening to inform her that “Rs 40 lakh was missing from a digital locker kept in a wooden cupboard.” Agamkumar Nigam visited his son's house the next day at 7 Bungalows for visa-related work. He returned home later that evening to find out Rs. 32 lakh were missing from the locker and that it wasn't damaged. As per the report, the official added, “Agamkumar and Nikita checked the CCTV footage of his society which showed his former driver Rehan going towards his flat with a bag on both days when he was away. Agamkumar suspects Rehan entered his flat with the help of a duplicate key and stole Rs. 72 lakh from the digital locker in the bedroom.” An FIR has been filed under the Indian Penal Code sections 380, 454 and 457 for robbery and trespassing. The investigation is underway. ALSO READ: Sonu Nigam attacked: Indian Singers’ Rights Association condemns the incident; says, “It is a matter of shame”

Akshay Kumar’s remake of Soorarai Pottru to release on September 1

The release date of the Akshay Kumar, Radhika Madan and Paresh Rawal starrer Hindi remake of the Tamil film Soorarai Pottru is out. The Sudha Kongara directorial venture will be releasing in theatres on September 1 this year. Produced by Abundantia Entertainment and 2D Entertainment, the yet untitled film is tentatively called Production No. 27. Released in November 2020, Soorarai Pottru starred Suriya, Aparna Balamurali, Paresh Rawal and Mohan Babu, among others. The film was also helmed by Sudha Kongara. The Hindi remake of Soorarai Pottru went on floors in April 2022 in an auspicious way through the breaking of a coconut by Radhika. The video of the same was shared by Akshay back then. He had also asked his fans to suggest a title for the film. “With the auspicious coconut-breaking and a small prayer in our heart, we begin the filming of our yet untitled film which is about dreams and the power of it ???? In case you’ll have any title suggestions, do share and of course your best wishes,” said the actor in the caption. Along with the release date of the film, the makers have also released a creative poster of the film. It shows Akshay’s silhouette image in brown colour and a plane going through it. For the unversed, Soorarai Pottru was about a man from a rural area dreaming of starting his own airline service. Also Read: Akshay Kumar to team up with Dinesh Vijan for a new film Sky Force; deets inside 

Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Akshaye Khanna starrer Drishyam 2 to have its world television premiere on Colors Cineplex

The World Television Premiere of Drishyam 2 co-presented by Kia Motors, co-powered by Cadbury Fuse, special partner Club Mahindra and Parle Smoodh Lassi in association with Ramdev Strong Hing and Acko General Insurance will be held on Saturday, March 25 at 8 pm on Viacom18's movie channel, Colors Cineplex. Produced by Panorama Studios, Viacom18 Studios, and T-Series Films, this highly anticipated sequel to the 2015 hit Drishyam boasts an A-list cast, including the likes of Ajay Devgn, Akshaye Khanna, Tabu, Shriya Saran and others. Directed by Abhishek Pathak, the sequel takes off years after the prequel. Drishyam 2 is packed with suspense, drama, and unexpected twists as it features the Salgaonkar family’s fight for their survival. The edge-of-the-seat thriller traces the turmoil that erupts in the their family after the homicide case opens and wreaks havoc in the lives of its family members living in Goa.  The sequel of the movie captures how far one can go to protect their family when an investigation for a murder case is resuscitated. Leading man Ajay Devgn expressed his excitement for the world television premiere of Drishyam 2 saying, "With its premiere on Colors Cineplex, the audience will get another chance to unravel the mystery and suspense that this thriller holds. It will now be accessible to a wider range of viewers across the globe. This film is not just a mere continuation of the first part, but a whole new story with unexpected twists and turns. The dramatic-suspense thriller will air on a weekend and that makes it a perfect must-watch to be enjoyed with family, especially because this one is about a man who keeps his family's interests first. I thank the audience for their love and support for Drishyam 2's world television premiere." Rohan Lavsi, Business Head - Hindi Movies Cluster, Viacom18 continued, "The film revolves around a devoted family man who is willing to go to great lengths to safeguard his loved ones. We are thrilled to bring this blockbuster to the audience, having nurtured our library of acclaimed films. It is a unique family-based crime thriller that will entice the viewers with its gripping plot. With its proven success as a franchise, it's no surprise that the film has become a blockbuster hit, and we are excited to offer it to a wider audience to enjoy in the comfort of their homes." To promote its World Television Premiere, Colors Cineplex has planned elaborate marketing and digital activities at multiple touchpoints. The channel has designed a special Drishyam 360-degree interrogation that will engage consumers in solving the case on different digital platforms, keeping in mind the plot of the movie. Drishyam 2 also featured Ishita Dutta, Rajat Kapoor, Mrunal Jadhav, among others and released on November 18, 2022. Also Read: Panorama Studios acquires rights to remake Drishyam and Drishyam 2 in non-Indian languages

Mumbai police take action against gangsters Bishnoi and others for threatening Salman Khan

Not too long ago, there were reports of how Lawrence Bishnoi threatened Salman Khan and told the superstar to apologize to his community after the actor was accused of killing a blackbuck during the shoot of Hum Saath Saath Hain. Now, adding further, a staff member of the Sultan actor’s team has found a threatening letter asking Salman to have a talk with Canadian gangster Goldie Brar, in an email that was sent by a certain Rohit Garg. Salman Khan’s manager Prashant Gunjalkar came across the email last week, which Khan had received from a certain Rohit Garg who asked the superstar to have an interaction with Goldie Garg in order to resolve his issues with Lawrence Bishnoi. Furthermore, the email was reportedly said to have been written under the presumption that Salman Khan witnessed the interview that was given by Bishnoi recently. It had the gangster threatening to kill the superstar, if he didn’t apologize for allegedly killing a blackbuck. For the unversed, the blackbuck killing case that can be traced to the late 90s, witnessed serious allegations against the superstar for allegedly hunting a rare species, which is also considered to be sacred among the Bishnoi community. Followed by the threatening email, on Saturday night, Gunjalkar contacted the Mumbai police and registered a complaint against the three names. As per a statement reportedly given by an official in Bandra police station, the authorities have taken serious cognisance of this threat, followed by which they increased the security for the superstar. And besides that, they also registered a complaint under sections 12(B) and 506(2) of the Indian Penal Code, which includes charges of criminal conspiracy and intimidation. Lawrence Bishnoi is currently in Tihar jail, facing charges of murdering popular Punjabi musician Sidhu Moosewala. Also Read: Salman Khan’s security beefed up after threats received via emails; case registered

Salman Khan's security beefed up after threats received via emails; case registered

Bollywood actor Salman Khan's security has been beefed up by Mumbai Police after one of his associates received threats via email.  While the security has been increased, a case has been registered at Bandra Police Station in Mumbai. The actor's close associate registered the case under IPC sections 506(2),120(b) & 34 against gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, Goldy Brar and the person allegedly issuing threats. ANI tweeted, “Mumbai Police beefs up security outside actor Salman Khan's house after he received threats by email, Bandra Police registered a case under sections 506(2),120(b) & 34 of IPC. Earlier on Saturday, Mumbai Police booked jailed gangsters Lawrence Bishnoi, Goldie Brar & Rohit Garg for allegedly sending threatening emails to actor Salman Khan's office.” As per reports, a person named Rohit Garg issued the threat and mentioned Goldy Brar, Canadian gangster's name, saying the latter wants to meet the actor in person. Recently, Lawrence Bishnoi also allegedly said that killing Salman is his life's goal. In a recent report shared by ABP News, Bishnoi was quoted saying, “There is anger in our society for Salman Khan. He humiliated my society. A case was filed against him but he did not apologise. If he does not tender an apology, be ready to face the consequences. I will not depend on anyone else.” He went on to add that he has been harbouring the feeling of hatred ever since childhood. Bishnoi continued, “Will break his ego sooner or later. He should come to our deity’s temple and apologise. If our society forgives, then I will not say anything.” ALSO READ: Lawrence Bishnoi threatens Salman Khan; asks him to ‘apologize’ to his community

Kangana Ranaut reveals she wanted to launch restaurant last year; says couldn't do it due to “financial setbacks”

Kangana Ranaut is a name that needs no introduction in the Indian film industry. She has made a mark for herself with her impeccable acting skills, bold choices of roles, and expressing of her opinions. Apart from acting, Ranaut has also tried her hand at direction and production. However, did you know that she wants to own a restaurant as well? In one of her recent Instagram stories, the actress opened up about her dream of owning a restaurant while revealing that she wanted to open a restaurant last year but she couldn’t because of “financial setbacks”. For the unversed, the Queen actress shared a clip of one of her old interviews with film trade analyst Komal Nahta. The host asked Kangana about her wish list other than films. Meanwhile, captioning the same, she wrote, “Another interview from more than a decade ago, yes cooking is very much on my agenda ... had some financial setbacks last year otherwise I was all set to launch my restaurant in the valley, will be coming soon though.” The Tanu Weds Manu actress further added, “Thanks to my fans for these clips I had forgotten about these interactions, but look when we build intentions we set destiny GPS (global positioning system), so cultivate intentions, not desires.” On the same note, it is worth mentioning here that Ranaut’s last project Dhaakad, which was released in 2022, performed poorly at the box office. On the other hand, Kangana had earlier shared that she has mortgaged her house to finance her first upcoming directorial, Emergency. Coming to the professional front, the 35-year-old actress will be next seen headlining Emergency and a Tamil-language film, Chandramukhi 2. Nearly a month after wrapping up Emergency, Kangana also concluded the shoot of Chandramukhi 2. Emergency was slated to release on October 20 this year. However, when the makers of Ganapath announced that they would be releasing their Tiger Shroff starrer on October 20, Kangana postponed her film and stated that she will unveil the new release date of Emergency “only one month in advance with a trailer.” Also Read: Kangana Ranaut pens emotional note before concluding Chandramukhi 2 shooting; lauds co-star Raghava Lawrence “master” 

Bhumi Pednekar joins hands with PVR Cinemas for their sustainability campaign; says, "This one touched my heart"

In a unique & disruptive Sustainability initiative, PVR Limited, the largest and the most premium cinema exhibition company in India (after the merger with INOX Leisure Limited), has joined hands with Bollywood star and passionate Climate Warrior Bhumi Pednekar, to spread awareness among its patrons about the harmful effects of climate change, inspiring them to make sustainable lifestyle choices to help conserve the environment. The brand has rolled out 6 versions of a multi-media consumer campaign, each featuring one initiative undertaken by PVR with Bhumi Pednekar giving a “call to action” through the Campaign’s handle #YourTurnToAct. The campaign was unveiled today at PVR Plaza, New Delhi by Ms Bhumi Pednekar and Mr Sanjeev Kumar Bijli, Executive Director, PVR Limited. PVR will be contributing valuable screen time towards this campaign at its pan India theatres reaching every part of the country to promote sustainable behaviour among cine-goers. Commenting on the announcement, Mr Sanjeev Kumar Bijli, Executive Director, PVR Ltd. said, “We are happy to partner with one of the finest actresses of the Indian film industry and climate warrior, Ms Bhumi Pednekar, for the noble cause of creating awareness around climate change. As a responsible Corporate Citizen, PVR is committed to making tangible progress towards reducing the ecological footprint by pursuing sustainable activities in its operations and engaging in partnerships to combat climate change and preserve natural resources, ensuring a healthy and sustainable planet.” Adding, he said, “PVR has decided to leverage its position as the leading cinema company to inspire our audiences to make sustainable choices that will help reduce the carbon footprint at an individual level to help achieve the SDG goals.” The company is making conscious choices as part of its business practices ensuring that it minimizes harmful effects on the environment across its operations, to become part of the solution and influence change. These include a number of initiatives around energy and water conservation like IOT-based Centralized Energy Pressure and Temperature Monitoring, Variable frequency Drives in AHUs, and Occupancy Sensors in washrooms besides water flow restrictors in wash basin taps to conserve tap water. Xenon lamp Digital Projectors are being replaced with Laser Projectors that consume lesser power. Single-use plastic in F&B served to customers has been replaced by sugarcane bagasse food containers, and coated paper straws made of biodegradable polymers,  in addition to paperless ticketing and QR code entry to gain access to its cinemas. Ms Bhumi Pednekar, Actress and Climate Warrior said, “I am thrilled to be a part of a focused sustainability campaign by PVR Cinemas. As leaders in the multiplex exhibition space, their initiatives to reduce power consumption and usage of green measures like sugarcane bagasse cutlery emphasizes on the need to move towards sustainable living. #YourTurnToAct is progressive and easy to follow. I will always support determined moves to raise awareness around climate change in India and this one touched my heart. There is no Planet B - so the turn to act is now before it’s too late."   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Bhumi ???? (@bhumipednekar) Among various initiatives being undertaken by PVR, one of the recent ones is the introduction of uniforms made from fabric woven out of yarn from recycled PET bottles. In a span of just 9 months, PVR has been instrumental in recycling 38,000 PET bottles on account of enabling 1000 of its staff to wear sustainable uniforms made out of this fabric (65% recycled polyester and 35% cotton). At an all-India level, 25 cinemas across 20 cities have completely switched to uniforms made from this fabric. Going forward, all mainstream cinema uniforms will be replaced by these uniforms. The campaign also showcases various initiatives the company is taking as a responsible corporate citizen to mitigate the impact of climate change and leverage its unique position to reach out to its extensive audience to make them aware of the problem and inspire them to make behavioural changes by adopting sustainable life choices. People are encouraged to use #YourTurnToAct to share how the campaign has inspired them to make sustainable choices. Also Read: UNDP India announces Bhumi Pednekar as their first National Advocate for Sustainable Development Goals

Ajay Devgn’s Singham Again to clash with Kartik Aaryan’s Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 on Diwali 2024

After the first two instalments turning out to be successful, there is keen interest for the third part of Rohit Shetty’s cop drama Singham Again. The franchise revolves around the adventures of the super cop Bajirao Singham, played by Ajay Devgn. The makers yesterday revealed that the film will be going on floors in July 2023 and release during Diwali 2024. By opting for this release date, Singham Again will now be clashing with the Kartik Aaryan starrer Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. The makers of the third film in the horror comedy franchise revealed the release date for the film earlier this month. Kartik shared an announcement video of the film on social media where he appeared as his character Rooh Baba. He captioned it, “Rooh Baba Returns Diwali 2024. #BhoolBhulaiyaa3.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by KARTIK AARYAN (@kartikaaryan) The first two instalments of Singham saw Devgn’s Bajirao Singham pitted against local gangsters. But it seems that the stakes are higher for him in Singham Again. When the character appeared in a cameo in Shetty’s Sooryavanshi, he hinted that he will be battling against terrorists in the next instalment of Singham. For the unversed, the first film Bhool Bhulaiyaa released in 2007 was directed by Priyadarshan and it starred Akshay Kumar in the lead. But for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, the makers roped in Anees Bazmee and Kartik as director and actor respectively. They will don the same roles in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. Also Read: Kartik Aaryan, Bhushan Kumar, and Anees Bazmee come together for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3; unveil first look teaser

Salman Yusuff Khan shares a “disturbing” event; claims Bengaluru immigration officer harassed him for not knowing Kannada, watch

Actor-choreographer Salman Yusuff Khan, on Wednesday, took to his social media handle and dropped a video alleging that he was harassed and asked to speak in Kannada by an immigration officer at the Bengaluru international airport. Salman went on his Instagram Live to narrate the “disturbing” incident where he felt harassed by the officer. Along with the video, he shared the details of the incident in the caption as well. He tagged Kempegowda International Airport and wrote, “On my way to Dubai and I meet this immigration officer who speaks to me in Kannada .. and I in my broken Kannada try to tell him that I understand the language but can’t speak so well to which he continues to speak in Kannada and shows me my passport and points out my name and my birthplace and my father’s name and his birthplace and has the audacity to tell me that .. you and your father are born in Bangalore and u can’t speak Kannada.” The dancer-choreographer also added that when he tried to defend himself saying that he can speak Hindi instead, the officer still insisted that he could “suspect” Salman “for anything”. As he continued, Khan added, “I told him … TRY ME . And got a little louder and repeated TRY ME .. thrice …To which he kept quiet ..I told him that if uneducated people like you continue to live in this country, this country will never grow …To which he just kept his head down and murmured…” Concluding his caption, Salman wrote, “Ps: I am a proud bangalorean but what I’ve faced today is unacceptable … you should always encourage people to learn any local language not demean them for not knowing it .. and pulling your parents name into it.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Salmanyusuffkhan (@salmanyusuffkhan) Salman’s video has received a mixed response from netizens. While many extended their support, a section of them called him out for calling Hindi the mother tongue of India. Also Read: First winner Salman Yusuff Khan gets emotional as he returns to Dance India Dance after 13 years!

Saath Nibhana Saathiya actor Mohammad Nazim does a comeback in Punjabi films with Munda Rockstar

Mohammad Nazim Khilji is a very well-known actor in the world of television as well as in the Punjabi film industry. While he became an Indian TV star as Ahem Parag Modi in Star Plus's popular daily soap Saath Nibhana Saathiya, the actor will be seen in the Punjabi film industry yet again after seven years. Nazim, who was last seen in Tera Mera Saath Rahe, has returned to the Punjabi film industry and has already kicked off his first project with Munda Rockstar. Mohammad Nazim took to Instagram to share the news of his show Tere Mera Saath Rahe going off air. After that, fans have been eagerly awaiting his announcement about his next project. They were in for a treat, when recently he took to his official Instagram handle and uploaded a series picture from the Mahurat of his upcoming Punjabi movie Munda Rockstar in which he will be seen portraying the lead character. He captioned the post saying, “No, this is not the beginning of a new chapter in my life; this is the beginning of a new FILM! And there’s nothing like the feeling of starting something new.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Mohammad Nazim Khilji (@khilji_nazim) Mohammad Nazim will be seen on the big screen after Big Daddy which released in 2017, and now after a break, Nazim is all set to bounce back in an interesting character in his upcoming film. While fans are eager to know more about the film and also about the role Nazim will be essaying, he has maintained silence on the same. For the unversed, Nazim started his career with Indian television. He played a small role in the Star Plus show Shaurya and Suhani, a period drama featuring Saurabh Pandey and Sriti Jha. He later gained fame as Ahem Modi and essayed the character for seven years in Saath Nibhana Saathiya. Coming to his Punjabi films, Nazim marked his debut in the industry with the film Plot No. 666 in 2015. Also Read: Mohammad Nazim reveals his fitness mantra; says, “Being a part of this industry, you have to maintain a gym body”

Farhan Akhtar, Prateek Kuhad, Zaeden and more stars to perform at Vibin' Fest 2023 in Mumbai

It’s time for Mumbai to join the vibe! After two sensational events in Jaipur and Manipal, TribeVibe’s Vibin’ Fest 2023 has now set sail towards the city that never sleeps. While the much-loved youth fest has been rocking every venue it visits. Set to commence on March 17th and March 18th, Vibin’ Fest’s Mumbai edition will be held at the famed MMRDA Grounds in Bandra. On day one, Vibin’ will see Farhan Akhtar charge the audience with electrifying tunes, Last Minute India spread the magic of Alternative and Pop Rock on stage, Gurleen Pannu tickles everyone’s funny bones, Zaeden charm his fans with the magic of his songs and Ashish Solanki deliver his signature brand of rib-tickling humour. On day two, Prateek Kuhad will take everyone’s breath away, viral star Dikshant will sing his way into the audience’s hearts, Vivek will dazzle every fan with that trademark voice, and Aakash Gupta will display his hilarious brand of comedy. An open-air festival for the youth and by the youth, Vibin’ is a vibrant two-day bash that is all about being young, wild, free and fearless. The festival brings together some of the biggest youth heartthrobs in the country. Created by TribeVibe, a BookMyShow entity, Vibin’ has already seen sensational debuts in Jaipur and Manipal. The company behind the biggest and most successful college events all around India, TribeVibe was conceived in 2019. A dedicated Esportz Arena will be set up at the Vibin’ venue for Mumbai’s young gaming fanatics, where they can enjoy the latest consoles, virtual reality tools and car simulators. The arena will offer access to popular titles like Beat Saber, Forza Horizon 5, FIFA 23, and Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate. Vibin’ Fest 2023 will play host to exclusive exhibitions that boast of the most stunning art installations, apart from premiering a suave and sublime fashion show for the self-confessed style aficionados. If it’s food that brings a smile on your face, a delicious barrage of more than 25 stalls which will serve lip-smacking dishes at the venue. The most premium Indian and international brands will also welcome the resident shopaholics to engage in a bit of retail therapy. Talking about the event, Shoven Shah, Founder & CEO, TribeVibe, said, “After delivering grand and memorable experiences for Jaipur and Manipal, Vibin’ now arrives in the city of dreams. At TribeVibe, we are all looking forward to Mumbai’s Gen Next crowd witnessing the magic of Vibin’. We have a sprawling lineup of artists like Farhan Akhtar, Prateek Kuhad, and many other talented names who will set the stage on fire during the Mumbai edition.” The event is powered by Urbn. Combining top-notch music, eclectic art and edgy entertainment, Vibin' Fest 2023 is poised to be a landmark event for Mumbai’s crowd. The Vibin’ festival will take place across major cities including Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Kota, Indore and Delhi. ALSO READ: Farhan Akhtar shares a note on Instagram for cancelling his Australia concert due to unforeseen circumstances

Oscars 2023: Guneet Monga and Achin Jain's The Elephant Whisperers wins Documentary Short Film: 'Two women did this! I am still shivering'

Netflix’s The Elephant Whisperers bagged the first win for India at the 95th Oscars in Documentary Short Film category. This documentary marks the directorial debut of Kartiki Gonsalves. The documentary is produced by Guneet Monga and Achin Jain under the banner of Sikhya Entertainment. The documentary was screened at the United States of America’s largest and most prestigious documentary festival - DOC NYC 2022 Film Festival on November 10, 2022. The DOC NYC celebrates and supports the cultural shift of how documentary storytelling is flourishing like never before. An overwhelmed Guneet Monga said on social media, “Tonight is historic as this is the first ever Oscar for an Indian production. India’s Glory with 2 women. Thank you Mom Dad Guruji Shukrana. To my Co-Producer Achin Jain, Team Sikhya, Netlflix, Aloke, Sarafina, WME Bash Sanjana. My lovely Husband Sunny. Happy 3 months anniversary baby! Kartiki for bringing & weaving this story. To all the women watching…. The future is audacious and the future is here. Let’s go! Jai hind." The Oscar for Best Documentary Short Film goes to 'The Elephant Whisperers' #Oscars #Oscars95 pic.twitter.com/jLG0aqAg3j — The Academy (@TheAcademy) March 13, 2023 'The Elephant Whisperers' wins the Oscar for Best Documentary Short Film. Congratulations! #Oscars #Oscars95 pic.twitter.com/WeiVWd3yM6 — The Academy (@TheAcademy) March 13, 2023   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Guneet Monga Kapoor (@guneetmonga) The Elephant Whisperers is a heartwarming story of an indigenous couple who have been given an orphaned elephant, Raghu to look after. The story follows the couple's journey as they relentlessly work to ensure Raghu’s recovery and survival. The short documentary beautifully stitches the tale of how the couple falls in love with the majestic creature along the course of time. Set against the background of life in the wild spaces of South India The Elephant Whisperers highlights the beauty of exotic wildlife, unforgettable wild spaces, and the people and animals who share this space. It is available on Netflix. ALSO READ: Oscars 2023: Guneet Monga’s The Elephant Whisperers bags the nomination in Documentary Short Film category

Shah Rukh Khan and Sanjay Dutt to come together for Jawan

Shah Rukh Khan and Atlee will be coming together for the first time in one-of-its-kind Indian film Jawan that will feature a mix of South and Bollywood celebrities. With the film featuring many firsts including the Bollywood debut of Nayanthara, yet another interesting piece of news has come to light regarding the film. Shah Rukh Khan and Sanjay Dutt will be coming together for this action entertainer, however, the latter will be doing a cameo. In a recent Peeping Moon report, a source has confirmed the developments and was quoted saying, "The casting for this brief but vital role has been quite difficult for Atlee, as it required an A-list star who had never appeared on screen alongside Shah Rukh. Allu Arjun was earlier offered this role, but he turned it down due to a scheduling conflict and his commitment to the highly anticipated Pushpa: The Rule. Shortly after Allu’s refusal, the makers went to Sanju Baba, and now he has agreed to do this role for SRK." This is not the first time where Sanjay will be doing a special appearance in a Shah Rukh Khan film. In the past, he has made a brief appearance in films like Ra One and Om Shanti Om. Talking about Jawan, not only has Sanjay Dutt agreed to do the role but he will also soon start shooting in Mumbai. As of now, the actor is in Kashmir shooting for a major schedule of Thalapathy Vijay starrer Leo. Soon he will be returning to the maximum city to shoot for this sequence in a studio. Furthermore, it is also being said that lavish sets will be mounted to shoot this SRK-Sanjay sequence on a grand scale. Coming to the Atlee directorial, the film will feature Vijay Sethupathi as the antagonist along with Shah Rukh Khan and Nayanthara as leading man and woman in the film. It also has Yogi Babu, Sanya Malhotra, among others playing pivotal roles in the action entertainer that is slated to release on June 2, 2023. Also Read: JAWAN: Shah Rukh Khan breaks the internet as he dons older look; performs massy action sequence in leaked photo and video

Naagin fame Krishna Mukherjee to tie the knot with fiancé Chirag Batliwalla on March 13 in Goa

Ye Hai Mohabbatein and Naagin 3 fame actress Krishna Mukherjee had announced her engagement with beau and deck officer Chirag Batliwalla last year in September. Since then, she has been sharing videos and photos of the couple on her social media handle. While many shower love on it, a section of fans were constantly asking about their wedding plans. Well, it’s finally on the cards! Yes! Krishna is all set to tie the knot with fiancé Chirag on March 13 in Goa. Krishna Mukherjee’s beach wedding will be a mix of Bengali and Parsi cultures. According to a report by Hindustan Times, the pre-wedding festivities will kickstart on Saturday with the Mehendi ceremony lined up for the evening. Later, on Sunday, March 12, Haldi and Sangeet ceremonies will take place on the beaches of Goa. Speaking of the wedding day, it will be a Bengali wedding and slated during the event. Meanwhile, the same evening a Parsi dinner is set for the guests. In fact, in the same report, the portal quoted the actress confirming the news by saying, “It is exciting! I’m going to start a new life, (so) I’m a little nervous.” She further added, “I’m so involved and nervous. I’ve been constantly asking for updates from my sister and wedding planner. I’ve multiple things running through my head like I’m scared that I will fall or not, and all other stupid things that one can think about. I’m trying to be chill but I’m so chaotic. I hope it’s normal with all the brides,” while mentioning that the preparations are going “well” but also “crazy”. Also Read: REUNION ALERT! The star cast of Yeh Hai Mohabbatein get their vacay mode on as they head to Sri Lanka

Kareena Kapoor didn’t expect much from Jab We Met, says, “I had all my bets on Tashan”

Jab We Met (2007) turned out to be a major hit right from the word go and it also earned rave reviews from critics. The movie is also considered one of Kareena Kapoor Khan’s finest performances. However, the actress has now admitted that she didn’t have much hopes from the 2007 film, which also starred Shahid Kapoor. Instead, she was expecting Tashan (2008) to do well but that film flopped at the box office. She was shooting simultaneously for both the film. The actress admitted this during an interaction with Mirchi with cousin and star Ranbir Kapoor. She said, “I was in this whole zone of getting size zero. I am working like in Tashan, with like Akshay (Kumar), Anil (Kapoor) and Saif (Ali Khan). I was like I got the main part and it was a Yash Raj film and I was doing action for the first time and whenever I came on the Jab We Met set it would be like ‘You know please I need to train because I am going for action training.’” Stating how her calculations turned wrong, Kareena added, “I never thought, the reverse situation actually happened, you know I had all my bets on Tashan.” Directed by Imtiaz Ali, Jab We Met saw Kareena play the bubbly and iconic character Geet who meets Aditya (Shahid) while being on the run and ultimately falls for him. On the other hand, Tashan was directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya and produced by Yash Raj Films. The film was a romantic cum crime drama that also starred Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan and Anil Kapoor. Coming to her forthcoming projects, Kareena has The Crew with Tabu and Kriti Sanon. She will also be seen in Sujoy Ghosh’s web adaptation of the bestselling novel The Devotion of Suspect X. Also Read: “Jab We Met is my DDLJ,” says Shahid Kapoor; opens up on sequel of Imtiaz Ali directorial

Tejasswi Prakash shuts down rumours of breakup with Karan Kundrra; says, “I am in love”

The Bigg Boss Couple Tejasswi Prakash and Karan Kundrra's love story started inside the Salman Khan-hosted reality show and soon fans showered them with all the love. Even after the season concluded, the duo continued to receive immense love from fans on social media. In fact, the hashtag TejRan often took over the internet. The couple was once again trending on social media lately, however, this time, fans were not happy, but worried. Karan Kundrra’s recent cryptic tweet sparked breakup rumours. However, Tejasswi has now broken her silence and debunked them. In a conversation with Times of India, the Naagin actress asserted, “I am in love. I am a little superstitious. I feel the more I talk about it, the more people tend to take the jinx off the beautiful things in your life.” Speaking of her thoughts on marriage, Prakash said, “So, getting married is a very important thing in my life. I don’t think I would like to talk about it until it actually happens. I would like to keep it a secret.” She concluded the conversation by saying, “We are going strong, and I am enjoying each other’s company.” For the unversed, on March 8, Karan tweeted, “na teri shaan kam hoti.. / na rutba ghata hota.. / jo ghamand mein kaha.. / wahi hass ke kaha hota.” na teri shaan kam hoti.. na rutba ghata hota.. jo ghamand mein kaha.. wahi hass ke kaha hota… — Karan Kundrra (@kkundrra) March 7, 2023 Coming to the professional front, Karan recently returned to the TV screen with Tere Ishq Mein Ghayal while Tejasswi was last seen in Naagin 6. Besides this, both of them are also nominated in the category of Most Stylish TV Star Male and Female, respectively, for Bollywood Hungama’s maiden edition of the Bollywood Hungama Style Icons 2023. Also Read:

Janhvi Kapoor becomes new brand ambassador for fragrance range of RENÉE Cosmetics

RENÉE Cosmetics has added Bollywood starlet Janhvi Kapoor as the face of their fragrance category. While being a pioneer in the beauty sector with their innovative, clutter-breaking and multifunctional products, RENÉE has already created a mark in the fragrances category with premium and long-lasting perfumes - Bloom, Dark Desire and Oud Aspire Eau De Parfums, which stand out with their luxurious design. Aligned with the strategy of constant product innovation and a consumer-centric approach, RENÉE Cosmetics has big plans to expand their fragrance portfolio further in the near future. Janhvi Kapoor expressed her thoughts on the association, "I enjoyed working with RENÉE. They have set a high standard for innovation and product quality, their products are impressive, and I wish. them all the best as they continue to create unique and luxurious fragrances." Aashka Goradia Goble, Co-founder and Director of RENÉE Cosmetics, further added, “It's amazing to have Janhvi as the face of our fragrance category. Her infectious energy and effervescence appeal to our audiences, and I am sure that her popularity will garner all the more adulation from our consumers." RENÉE Cosmetics has launched three fragrances, namely Bloom, Dark Desire and OUD Aspire. Formulated to stand apart from an array of fragrances in the market, their range of fragrances is premium, bold and long-lasting with luxurious packaging. Each fragrance is versatile for all seasons, ideal for special occasions, and also makes for a perfect gifting option. With just a spritz, enchant everyone with the magic of RENÉE’s fragrances wherever you go! ALSO READ: Janhvi Kapoor complaints “whoever sits next to me becomes my boyfriend”; Rana Daggubati’s Rana Naidu fixes the issue, watch

Ranbir Kapoor confirms Ayan Mukerji is writing Brahmastra 2 and 3; expected to go on floors by 2023 end

Bollywood Ranbir Kapoor has been busy promoting Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar. The film, released in theatres today on the occasion of Holi, marks his return to the romantic comedy genre after Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani. The film stars Shraddha Kapoor and is helmed by Luv Ranjan. However, he hasn't signed any project apart from Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Animal and Brahmastra sequels by Ayan Mukerji. The actor says that Ayan is already writing the sequel and the project is expected to go on floors by year end. Speaking to Pinkvilla, Ranbir Kapoor shared, "We have to make Brahmastra 2 and 3. Ayan (Mukerji, director) is writing the film right now and hopefully, we will start it by the end of this year or next year." Brahmastra: Part 1 - Shiva released in September 2022 and was a project that was 12 years in the making.  It starred Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt. Meanwhile, Ranbir Kapoor starrer Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar has released in theatres on March 8. Helmed by Luv Ranjan, the film also stars Shraddha Kapoor. He also has Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal set for August 2023 release. ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar star Ranbir Kapoor on Pritam saving the best music for him: ‘He recognizes that I work hard on my songs’

REVEALED: Shah Rukh Khan was TAKEN ABACK when he saw the trespassing duo in his make-up room; Mannat’s staff provided them first-aid for their injuries before handing them to the police

Last week, reports came in that two youths sneaked into Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic bungalow Mannat. They were later caught and handed over to the police. Now, reports have emerged that the teenagers had remained hidden in one of the rooms in the bungalow and had given Shah Rukh Khan the shock of his life. As per a report in The Times Of India, the names of these trespassers are Pathan Sahil Salim Khan, aged 18, and Ram Khushuva, aged 19. While the former is a labourer, the latter is a vegetable seller. Both belong to Bharuch, Gujarat and they came to Mumbai on March 1 to see Shah Rukh Khan. On March 2, at 3:00 am, they reached Mannat and taking advantage of the scaffolding erected for repairs, they jumped inside the bungalow. The report further states that they entered the make-up room and remained there till 10:30 am. This is when Shah Rukh Khan entered this room and saw the duo. As expected, the superstar was left shocked and he immediately called a staffperson from his housekeeping team. They were handed to the security team and later were taken away by the police. The police kept them in their custody for a day and realized that they were no evidence of malicious intent. On Saturday, March 4, their parents arrived in Mumbai and secured their bail. A payment of Rs. 20,000 was done to release them from police custody. The parents claimed that they had no idea about the plans of the duo to come to Mumbai. Meawhile, the report claimed that Pathan Sahil Salim Khan and Ram Khushuva suffered minor injuries on their nose while scaling the compound wall of Mannat. Shah Rukh Khan’s housekeeping staff provided them with first aid and only then they were handed over to the police. Also Read: Two men break into Shah Rukh Khan’s home Mannat, case registered

BREAKING: Kartik Aaryan and Nushrratt Bharuccha feature in FUN cameos in Ranbir Kapoor-Shraddha Kapoor starrer Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar

The much awaited film, Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar, is all set to release tomorrow in cinemas. Directed by Luv Ranjan, there's a lot of hype for the film due to the fresh pairing of Ranbir Kapoor with Shraddha Kapoor, youthful appeal and hit songs. Meanwhile, several reports have claimed that Kartik Aaryan features in a cameo in this romcom. But the makers never confirmed about it. Bollywood Hungama has now learnt that the speculations are true. A source told Bollywood Hungama, "Yes, Kartik Aaryan indeed has a fun special appearance. He appears in the film at a crucial point and his role will be loved by the moviegoers." And that's not all. The source continued, "Nushrratt Bharuccha also is seen in a hilarious special appearance in Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar. Both Kartik and Nushrratt began their careers and earned fame by working in Luv Ranjan's films like Pyaar Ka Punchnama (2011), Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2 (2015) and Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety (2018). Hence, when Luv asked them to shoot for Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar, they were more than happy to be a part of it. Their presence enhances the madness quotient in the film." After Luv Ranjan and Ranbir Kapoor's recent statement on crossover, many are also speculating that Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar's characters bump into the characters of Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety. However, the source clarified, "There's no such crossover happening. Kartik Aaryan and Nushrratt Bharuccha are not essaying a role from any previous film. Like YRF Spy Universe or Rohit Shetty Cop Universe, Luv Ranjan hasn't started his own universe, yet." Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar releases in cinemas on March 8, 2023 worldwide. Also Read: Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar advance booking: Ranbir Kapoor-Shraddha Kapoor starrer sells over 44K tickets for Day 1 across national multiplex chains

SCOOP: Ranbir Kapoor offered 2 films by Luv Ranjan even before Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar releases

Ranbir Kapoor had recently said that he was keen to work with filmmaker Luv Ranjan after he saw the latter’s Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2. His wish finally came true with Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar, which is all set to release day after tomorrow in cinemas. The romantic comedy sees him cast opposite Shraddha Kapoor for the first time. But Bollywood Hungama has learnt that even before that film hits the screens, Luv has offered two more films to Ranbir. One of the two projects is the keenly looked forward biopic of the former Indian cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly. The film has been in the news ever since it was announced in 2021. Ranbir also recently said that he is keen to don the role of the cricketer who is nicknamed Dada. Luv, however, won’t be directing the film, which is in the developmental stage right now. He will produce the project as he has the rights. The second film also sounds equally exciting. This yet-untitled movie will see Luv venturing into the action genre for the first. Interestingly, he was keen to cast Ajay Devgn with Ranbir in the film, but it got dropped because of date issues. Both actors were cast as brothers in the film. Coming back to Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar, the film is all set to release in cinemas during Holi on March 8. Also Read: Ranbir Kapoor reveals Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar was shot without a script; says, “We shot TJMM for 180 days, woh bhi script ke bina”

Ranbir Kapoor denies being approached for Dhoom 4, Ramayana; says will take a break after Animal to spend time with newborn daughter Raha

Ranbir Kapoor has been busy promoting Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar. The film, which releases in theatres in two days, marks his return to the romantic comedy genre. It also marks his third release within a year’s time. While the actor has been quite busy, he also welcomed his newborn daughter Raha with wife Alia Bhatt in November last year. Following the release of Animal in August this year, the actor is planning to take a brief time off to spend time with his daughter. During an interview with News18, Ranbir Kapoor said, “I haven’t signed anything. But hopefully, in the coming months, I will hear a couple of subjects. I’m in no hurry myself. I have my daughter to attend to now, so even if I’m sitting at home for a year, I’m more than happy to. But right now I don’t have anything apart from Animal and Brahmastra 2," the actor adds. However, rumours are rife that he has been approached for YRF’s Dhoom 4 and Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana. The actor has denied that all these are rumours. Reacting to the speculations around Ramayana, he said, “It’s a rumour. It’s not true.” When it comes to Dhoom 4, he added, “I wish I was Aditya Chopra to answer this… I’d love to be a part of those films or Dhoom 4 or any film of that nature, but as of now nothing has been offered to me.” Meanwhile, Ranbir Kapoor starrer Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar releases in theatres on March 8. Helmed by Luv Ranjan, the film also stars Shraddha Kapoor. He also has Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal set for August 2023 release. ALSO READ: REVEALED: "Sometimes if I have to send a message to Alia Bhatt, I would tell Luv Ranjan ‘Yeh thought hai mera. Ab isko likh ke accha sa message bana’!" - Ranbir Kapoor

Tunisha Sharma death case: Sheezan Khan talks about Ali Baba co-star after stepping out of jail; says, “she would have fought for me”

On December 24, actress Tunisha Sharma died of suicide on the sets of SAB TV’s popular show Ali Baba: Dastaan-e-Kabul. A day after Tunisha’s untimely demise, Tunisha's mother lodged an abetment to suicide complaint against Sheezan Khan, who was Tunisha’s co-star as well as her ex-boyfriend. She was, reportedly, depressed about her breakup with Sheezan. Thus on December 25, he was arrested and now after being in jail for nearly 70 days, Sheezan finally stepped out and spoke about the matter. In an interview with Times of India, Sheezan asserted, “Today, I understand the true meaning of freedom and I can feel it. I was in tears the moment I saw my mother and sisters and I am so happy to be back with them.” He further added, “Finally, I am with my family! It’s an overwhelming feeling. All I want to do for a few days is lie in my mother’s lap, eat food cooked by her, and spend time with my sisters and brother. When asked about Tunisha, with whom he broke up 15 days before she passed away, Khan said, “I miss her and if she was alive, she would have fought for me.” Meanwhile, Sheezan’s sister Falaq Naaz said, “We are happy that he is back. We will need some time to process this. Sheezan is finally out, and we are grateful to everyone who stood by us.” Giving the details of the next hearing, Sheezan’s lawyer stated, “It’s nice to see the family together after more than two months. Our case regarding the quashing of the FIR against Sheezan is scheduled to come up for hearing in the High Court on March 9.” For the unversed in her complaint, Tunisha’s mother also accused Sheezaz’s family and claimed that they were forcing the late actress to take up Islamic practices. Also Read: Tunisha Sharma Death Case: Sheezan Khan’s mother posts about her daughter Falaq Naaz being hospitalized

Nawazuddin Siddiqui BREAKS his silence on allegations made by Aaliya Siddiqui; pens a long note clarifying his stand

For the past couple of months, Aaliya Siddiqui has been waging a battle against her alleged former in-laws as well as husband-actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui. Her accusations included assault and even charged him with rape as well as alleged that he has been a bad father to their children. While the Heropanti 2 actor has maintained silence in the matter, he recently decided to open up about on social media. Nawazuddin Siddiqui took to Instagram and shared a three page carousel post, explaining his side of the story. By captioning, “This is not an allegation but expressing my side of the story, the actor explained how he has been ‘termed as the bad guy’ and added that he remained silent because of his children. In the pointer format, the actor clarified on his stand. He started off with the status of their relationship and revealed about his children, saying. “First of all me and Aaliya do not stay together since several years, we are already divorced but we definitely had an understanding only for our kids. Does anyone know, why my kids are in India and not attending school for 45 days, wherein the school is sending me letters everyday that it's been too long an absence. My kids have been made hostage for past 45 days & are missing their schooling in Dubai. In the next page, he continued about her allegations adding, “She had abandoned the kids in Dubai for last 4 months before calling them here on pretext of demanding money. On an average, she is been paid approx 10 Lakhs per month for past 2 years and 5-7 lakhs per month before moving to Dubai with my children, excluding the school fees, medical, travel and other leisure activities. I have also financed her 3 films costing me crores of rupees, just to help her set up her income stream, since she is the mother of my kids. She was given luxurious cars for my kids, but she sold them and spent the money on herself. I have also bought a lavish sea facing apartment in Versova, Mumbai for my children. Aaliya was made the co- owner of the said apartment as my kids are small. I have given my children an apartment in Dubai, where she was also living comfortably. She only wants more money and hence have filed numerous cases on me and mother & it's her routine, she has done the same in the past too and my withdraws the case when paid as per her demand.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Nawazuddin Siddiqui (@nawazuddin._siddiqui) He further went on to firmly assert that she had ‘dragged their children’ in this fight adding, “Whenever children came to India during their vacation, they used to stay with their grandmother only. How could anyone throw them out of the house. I myself was not in the house during that time. Why didn't she make a video of being thrown out, whereas she makes video of every random thing. She has dragged the kids in this drama and she is doing all this to simply blackmail me, malign my reputation, her intent to spoil my career and fulfil her illegitimate demands.” He concluded by maintaining that just like any other parent, his concern to give his children a secure future and that he would do anything to fulfill this. Also Read: Nawazuddin Siddiqui refutes claims made by estranged wife Aaliya about not letting her and their kids enter their house; actor transfers ancestral property to his brothers

Amitabh Bachchan injured on the sets of Project K in Hyderabad; says, “Rib cartilage popped broke…”

Veteran Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan recently got injured while shooting for his film Project K. The actor experienced a muscle tear in the right rib cage while shooting. He also revealed that all the work on the sets has been suspended and cancelled for the time being. Bachchan wrote on his blog, “In Hyderabad at the shoot for Project K, during an action shot, I have got injured - rib cartilage popped broke and muscle tear to the right rib cage, cancelled shoot, did Doctor consult and scan by CT at the AIG Hospital in Hyderabad and flown back home. Strapping has been done and rest been advocated. Yes painful. On movement and breathing, will take some weeks they say before some normalisation will occur. Some medication is on also for pain.” He further added, “So all work that was to be done has been suspended and cancelled dropped postponed for the moment until healing occurs.” Amitabh continued, “I rest at Jalsa and am mobile a bit for all the essential activities, but yes in rest and generally lying around.” “It shall be difficult or let me say I shall be unable to meet, the well wishers at Jalsa Gate this evening. So do not come and do inform as much as you can to those that intend coming. All else is well,” Bachchan concluded. Project K is Nag Ashwin's sci-fi film starring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan and Disha Patani. The film is simultaneously being shot in Hindi and Telugu. On the work front, Bachchan was last seen in Sooraj Barjatya’s Uunchai last year, which also starred Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, Danny Denzongpa and Parineeti Chopra. Apart from Project K, Bachchan will soon feature in Ribhu Dasgupta’s Section 84. Also Read: Project K, starring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Amitabh Bachchan, will be released in two parts

SCOOP: Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani to star in an unusual rom-com backed by Karan Johar

Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani were constantly in the news last month because of their dreamy wedding, after being in a relationship for a few years. The marriage became the talk of the town and its pictures got shared millions of times on social media as the fans just couldn’t get enough of it. It now seems that Sid and Kiara will be in the news this month too. Bollywood Hungama has learnt that Sidharth and Kiara are now all set to star in an unusual romantic comedy, which will be produced by their close friend and mentor Karan Johar under his banner Dharma Productions. This is the second time that the two actors would be starring opposite each other after the acclaimed and successful Shershaah (2021). That film was an emotional saga as it was based on the life of Captain Vikram Batra, a martyr of the 1999 Indo-Pak war. We have also come to know that Sid is now in the mood to do a light-hearted film together with his wife, after an emotionally heavy film. Just like Shershaah, this yet untitled film was pitched by Sidharth to Johar. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “The script has been locked by Sid and much like Shershaah, it’s he who approached Karan to get the movie rolling. This is a fun entertainer with a quirky touch to it and not emotional like Shershaah because Sid believes people want to see him and Kiara in a happy film.” The title and the rest of the crew are currently under wraps. Also Read: Sidharth Malhotra confesses wedding with Kiara Advani “was meant to be”; latter calls marriage glow “real”