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Vidya Balan starrer Neeyat begins streaming on Prime Video September 01, 2023 at 02:59PM

Today, Prime Video announced the global streaming premiere of the murder-mystery film Neeyat. Led by Vidya Balan, the film features an ensemble cast that includes Ram Kapoor, Rahul Bose, Neeraj Kabi, Amrita Puri, Shahana Goswami, Niki Walia, DipannitaSharma, Shashank Arora, Prajakta Koli, Danesh Razvi, Ishika Mehra, and Madhav Deval. Directed by Anu Menon and produced by Prime Video and Abundantia Entertainment, Neeyat will exclusively stream on Prime Video in India and across 240+ countries and territories worldwide starting today, 1 September. Neeyat narrates the captivating story of an unlikely detectiveMira Rao (Vidya Balan) who investigates mysterious murders at a billionaire’s party where nothing is what it seems, and all suspects hide a secret or two. Among the main suspects are the billionaire’s close family and friends. As the plot takes an unexpected twist, hidden intentions come to light, and Detective Rao must deploy her expertise to unravel a puzzle where appearances are ...

Jimmy Sheirgill, Aashim Gulati starrer heist-comedy drama Choona to premiere on September 29 on Netflix September 01, 2023 at 02:47PM

Get ready for an exhilarating ride through a whirlwind of vengeance and chaos as the resilient team of underdogs comes together to settle the score against formidable politician, Shukla Ji (Jimmy Shergill). With laughter-filled moments, unexpected leadership gone wrong, some astrological insights, and sneaky espionage, the stars seem to be undeniably aligned for this crew of misfits. Who are these misfits you ask? A highly skilled, shape-shifting informer - Triloki (Namit Das), a gully ka gunda - Ansari (Aashim Gulati), a demoted police officer - Bankey (Gyanendra Tripathi), a once successful contractor - JP Yadav (Vikram Kochar), and a resourceful mediator, Bishnu (Chandan Roy) along with an astrologer form an unusual bond to take down their common enemy - Shukla! Will fate play along and transform their hilariously haphazard heist scheme into an unlikely triumph? Mark your calendars, as the countdown to the heist extravaganza has officially begun! Choona is about to spring into acti...

Aamir Khan in talks with Paatal Lok director Avinash Arun for Ujjwal Nikam biopic: Report September 01, 2023 at 01:41PM

Earlier this week, Bollywood Hungama reported that superstar Aamir Khan has locked his next project! The actor will return to the big screen during Christmas 2024. The untitled project is set for December 20, 2024 release and he is reportedly co-producing the project with Sony Pictures. However, after Laal Singh Chaddha, Aamir has been working on several productions under his banner and one of them is Ujjwal Nikam biopic. The actor is joining hands with Dinesh Vijan of Maddock Films for the project. Now, it is being reported that the actor is in talks to get National Award-Winning Marathi film, Killa and Paatal Lok director Avinash Arun for the project as the director. As per a report in Pinkvilla, a source said, “Avinash is working closely with Aamir and Dinesh Vijan to develop the screenplay of the Ujjwal Nikam Biopic. All the stakeholders are happy with the right energies associated with the project and are keen to take the film on floors next year.” The casting is underway, thoug...

Imlie New Promo: Adrija Roy to play a bar singer Imlie who catches the attention of NRI Agastya Upadhyay aka Sai Ketan Rao August 31, 2023 at 10:24PM

After Sumbul Touqeer, the Star Plus show Imlie was riding on the shoulders of Megha Chakraborty. And now, the show is all set to pass to another generation with Adrija Roy coming on board for the lead role as Kairi along with Sai Ketan Rao as the leading man Agastya. Ardent followers of the show will recall that the precap of the popular serial showcases how Imlie and Atharva are rejoicing the arrival of their second child, their ‘ati ati small’ and gushing about their dream of a happy family but it is short lived as their lives seems to be in danger because of an earthquake. While the past few episodes were already hinting at a leap, audiences were eager to witness the arrival of the new Imlie. Their wait has now ended, since the channel introduced Adrija Roy of Durga Aur Charu fame who will be essaying the role of the next Imlie. In a recent post shared by Adrija, she expressed her gratitude after bagging the lead role in the show and penned a heartfelt note saying, “It’s time for e...

Kareena Kapoor Khan starrer The Buckingham Murders to screen at BFI London Film Festival in October 2023 August 31, 2023 at 09:14PM

Kareena Kapoor Khan starrer The Buckingham Murders is set to screen at BFI London Film Festival in October 2023. The film, helmed by Hansal Mehta, will screen on October 14 and 15 at the festival. The official synopsis reads, "Fresh wounds are reopened when Jasmeet Bhamra, a cop and single mother who recently lost her child in a shooting spree, transfers to High Wycombe and is assigned the case of a missing child. Director Hansal Mehta explores themes of trauma, closure and the immigrant experience with his signature sensitivity in this atmospheric thriller, featuring a career-best performance by Kapoor." Written by Aseem Arora, Raghav Raj Kakker, Kashyap Kapoor, the film is co-produced by Balaji Telefilms and Kareena Kapoor Khan. ALSO READ: Vijay Varma shares his experience working with Jaane Jaan co-star Kareena Kapoor Khan; says, “She has created a type” from Latest Bollywood News | Hindi Movie News | Hindi Cinema News | Indian Movies | Films - Bollywood Hungama https...

Anurag Kashyap's Kennedy starring Sunny Leone secures a spot at 12th IFFSA Toronto August 31, 2023 at 08:30PM

Actress Sunny Leone has now captivated the global arena with her recent release, Kennedy. The movie, having debuted at the Cannes Film Festival in May, has secured a spot in the prestigious 12th edition of the BMO International Film Festival of South Asia Toronto (IFFSA Toronto), renowned as the largest South Asian film festival in North America. Anurag Kashyap's film Kennedy, which was first screened at Cannes' Midnight Screening, secures a place at IFFSA Toronto (Oct 12-22, 2023), celebrating South Asian cinema with 120+ films and 30+ events. A proud moment for Leone, Anurag Kashyap, and Rahul Bhatt, showcasing their work. Leone's role as Charlie, crucial to the story, receives acclaim. The Kennedy team and esteemed guests, including Taapsee Pannu, Ranjan Singh, Anup Singh, Don Palathara, Naman Ramachandran, and Sami Khan, enhance the event's prestige. ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: Anurag Kashyap DEFENDS Made In Heaven 2 makers amid plagiarism row; questions motives of Yash...

Aditya Chopra targets Republic Day 2025 for Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR's War 2 August 31, 2023 at 08:00PM

The YRF Spy Universe is the most celebrated universe of Indian Cinema. In November 2023, Aditya Chopra is all set to start shooting for the Ayan Mukerji-directed War 2 starring Hrithik Roshan, Kiara Advani, and NTR Jr. in the lead. Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learned that Aditya Chopra and Hrithik Roshan are keen to bring the action-packed thriller during the Republic Day 2025 weekend. A source informed Bollywood Hungama, "Republic Day weekend is proving to be a great money spinner for the Hindi Film Industry. Be it Agneepath or Pathaan, both Hrithik and YRF have tasted success on this date and are now considering a Republic Day 2025 release for War 2. In fact, Hrithik's next, Fighter, is also set to release on the same weekend in 2024." The source further added that the entire schedule of War 2 has been planned keeping this release period in mind. "It's a tentative date and things have been worked around keeping this in mind. However, the exact date will...

Rani Mukerji on Mardaani 3: "Once YRF has a great and concrete story idea, the film will get into scripting stage" August 31, 2023 at 02:24PM

Rani Mukerji has revealed that YRF is currently ideating on the storyline of Mardaani 3! Rani is the only actress to have a blockbuster franchise to her credit in Mardaani. She plays a feisty and fearless cop, Shivani Shivaji Roy, in this franchise and she takes on criminals who prey on women. Rani discloses, “Mardaani 3 is in the ideation stage. Once YRF has a great and concrete story idea, Mardaani 3 will get into the scripting stage. I’m excited to see how Mardaani 3 shapes up! I am crossing my fingers because I would love to play the part of Shivani.” She adds, “When I did Mardaani 2, I was quite nervous because I had never done a sequel before. I was like how will it happen? Because I leave my characters behind each time a film gets over and I don’t know if I will be able to reprise that part again. With Mardaani 2, I was surprised that I enjoyed reprising the part. So now I have tasted blood. So now I want to reprise it again in 3.” Rani says Mardaani 3’s script will need to b...

Niranjan Iyengar to bring Ruskin Bond's life to the screen with Vikrant Massey in lead August 30, 2023 at 04:11PM

Vikrant Massey, the versatile actor who is all set to impress the audiences with his role in 12th Fail, is gearing up for yet another exciting venture. Massey, who has time and again demonstrated his acting prowess, is all set to collaborate with debut director Niranjan Iyengar for a film based on the life of the renowned author Ruskin Bond. The teaser of 12th Fail left everyone in awe as Vikrant Massey embraced a fresh persona as a Hindi medium student. While still basking in the accolades for his portrayal in this distinctive role, Massey will now also be seen in a completely new avatar. Alongside his lead role in Vidhu Vinod Chopra's upcoming project, he is set to embark on Niranjan Iyengar's directorial debut, which promises to bring to life the captivating story of none other than Ruskin Bond. Massey's ability to seamlessly transition from being the boy next door to diving into the depths of complex characters has made him a favourite across various demographics. As ...

Diljit Dosanjh to drop his first collaboration with Latin sensation Camilo on August 31 August 30, 2023 at 03:50PM

Indian actor and singer Diljit Dosanjh has been working on his new music. The singer recently revealed that he is simultaneously working on two albums – a collaboration album and another one which will likely be a Punjabi one. For the collaboration album, he has been teasing it on social media with several international talents. Amongst them is Latin sensation Camilo, with whom the song is already locked and ready to be dropped on August 31. Teasing the collaboration on his Instagram account, Camilo wrote, “Palpita August 31st. Love and respect is our common language!” Recently, he also shared a glimpse of the song and was crooning the Punjabi lyrics.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by C A M I L O (@camilo)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by C A M I L O (@camilo) Diljit Dosanjh has teased collaborations with American rapper Saweetie, Australian singer-songwriter Sia, and rappers A-Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, and NLE Choppa. Five-time La...

Sunny Deol says ‘time heals everything’ as he addresses old feud with Shah Rukh Khan, says SRK called to congratulate him for Gadar 2 success August 30, 2023 at 02:13PM

It seems like the long feud between Sunny Deol and Shah Rukh Khan has come to an end which reportedly had started during Darr release. However, following the blockbuster success of Gadar 2, SRK made a call to Sunny to congratulate him on his win at the box office. SRK recently revealed that he had watched the movie and loved it. Sunny told Times Now, “Shah Rukh Khan had seen the film. Before that, he had called me and wished me well. He was so happy, and he told me, ‘I'm so happy, you genuinely deserve it’ and I said thank you. Then I spoke to his wife (Gauri Khan) and his son (Aryan Khan). And he said tonight we are going to be watching this film. And after that, he had seen it, and I think that is when he tweeted.” “It was so beautiful. Many times I've also called him up and we shared our thoughts on certain things,” he sai. He added, “About the past issues - whatever they were, I would say time heals everything and we move ahead. That's the way life should be.” Previo...

Akshay Kumar spotted filming Sky Force in Sitapur; watch August 30, 2023 at 12:58PM

Basking in the resounding success of his recent cinematic endeavour Oh My God 2, Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar is wasting no time as he dives headfirst into his next project. The renowned actor has commenced shooting for the upcoming film Sky Force under the banner of Maddock Films, and his on-set presence has stirred a frenzy of excitement among fans. Arriving in Lucknow on August 24, Akshay wasted no time and was spotted in Sitapur just a few days later, engaging in a motorcycle scene on an expansive open ground. On Tuesday, Akshay Kumar took to the open ground for his shot, an enthusiastic multitude of fans gathered, eager to catch a glimpse of their favourite superstar in action. Behind a secure fence, they cheered and waved as he rode the motorcycle, and Akshay responded with heartfelt waves and greetings. The actor's attire for the day was a white and blue striped shirt paired with denim jeans and shoes. Completing the look were sleek black sunglasses that added to his charis...

Sunny Deol expresses interest in collaborating with Alia Bhatt; says, “I'm talking it could be anything like a daughter-father” August 30, 2023 at 12:05PM

Bollywood actor Sunny Deol is on cloud nine as his latest cinematic offering, Gadar 2, continues to shatter records at the Indian box office. The much-anticipated sequel has already achieved the remarkable feat of crossing the Rs 460 crore milestone, leaving industry insiders and fans awestruck. With its eyes set on a lifetime collection exceeding Rs 500 crore, Gadar 2 proves to be an unstoppable force in the world of Indian cinema. The film's triumphant success can be attributed to the electrifying charisma of Sunny Deol himself, who not only reprised his iconic role but also injected new life into it. Recently, Sunny Deol expressed his will to share screen space with Alia Bhatt. During a recent discussion with Zoom, Sunny Deol was questioned about a female co-star he would like to work with. Sunny mentioned Alia Bhatt and emphasized that their collaboration wouldn't be limited to romantic pairing. He expressed his admiration for Alia Bhatt and the potential to work together ...

Sunny Deol starrer Gadar 2 gets Rakshabandhan special offer - buy 2 tickets, get 2 free August 29, 2023 at 07:41PM

Certain movies manage to transcend the boundaries of entertainment and become cultural phenomena and Gadar 2 is one prime example of that.  The film has set a record for minting one of the fastest Rs. 450 crores and has also become the third highest-grossing film in the history of Indian Cinema. Owing to the tremendous and unceasing love of fans for Sunny Deol’s Gadar 2, the makers have decided to give a special treat to them on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan. The footfall of the theatres has been over Rs. 3 crores since the film has released and it has created a storm at the box office and there’s no stopping it. As the film revolves around the love and power of family, to ensure a family celebration of Gadar 2, the makers have introduced a special offer on Raksha Bandhan where cinegoers can buy 2 tickets and get 2 tickets free. The offer is valid from 29th August 2023 to 3rd September 2023 and seeing the excitement and buzz around the film is expected to shatter more records eve...

Aamir Khan’s next to clash with Welcome To The Jungle on Christmas 2024 August 29, 2023 at 04:12PM

There has been a keen interest in knowing Aamir Khan’s next movie as an actor after Laal Singh Chaddha, which released last year. It is now learnt that he would next be seen on the big screen in a yet untitled movie produced by his own banner Aamir Khan Productions. The actor has locked the Christmas period, December 20, 2024, as the release date of the film, whose director and other details are kept under wraps. The news was shared by the veteran trade analyst Taran Adarsh on his official Twitter page. Interestingly, Welcome To The Jungle, the third film in the Welcome franchise, is also slated to release during 2024 Christmas. Directed by Ahmed Khan, the movie stars Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, Suniel Shetty, Jacqueline Fernandez, Disha Patani and Paresh Rawal. The film won’t have Anil Kapoor and Nana Patekar, who were an integral part of the first two films in the Welcome franchise. Co-incidentally, the first film Welcome had also clashed with an Aamir Khan starrer in ...

BREAKING: Jawan’s GRAND pre-release event to be held at Sri Sairam Engineering College, Chennai; will be graced by Shah Rukh Khan and the team of the film August 29, 2023 at 03:38PM

Around 9 days are left for the release of Jawan and the excitement is growing with each passing day. Shah Rukh Khan fans are excited as the film’s promotion will reach its peak this week. Yesterday, the superstar revealed that the song 'Not Ramaiya Vastvaiya' will be unveiled today, that is, Tuesday, August 29. Its teaser has been loved and hence, its song release is keenly awaited. This will be followed by a grand pre-release event of Jawan. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “The event will take place in Chennai, at Sri Sairam Engineering College in the evening. It will probably be held in its sprawling indoor stadium, the details of which are kept under wraps. Also, it’s unclear whether or not it’s a music launch event. Along with Shah Rukh Khan, the event will be graced by Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi and director Atlee. Music director Anirudh is also expected to grace the occasion. More than a thousand students and fans will be in attendance.” The sour...

The Archies starring Suhana Khan, Agastya Nanda, Khushi Kapoor to premiere on Netflix on December 7, 2023; see unique announcement August 29, 2023 at 02:00PM

The Archies’ cast Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, Dot, Agastya Nanda, Mihir Ahuja, Vedang Raina and Yuvraj Menda have officially announced the release date of their much-awaited musical film. Helmed by Zoya Akhtar, the film is set to arrive on Netflix on December 7, 2023. The announcement was unique as the cast was seen posing in front of a massive billboard that had the release date written on it. The video sees all of the seven cast members being extremely excited about their billboard as the "100 days to go" countdown for the film begins. The billboard also has a countdown timer which tracks the number of days before the film launches on Netflix. The caption read, "Hamari kahaani ka countdown shuru ho chuka hai. This is a daily reminder that #TheArchies are making their grand entrance on 7th December."   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Bollywood Hungama???? (@realbollyw...

Sunny Singh and Kriti Kharbanda to headline Abir Sengupta's neo-noir comic tragedy Risky Romeo August 29, 2023 at 12:30PM

Filmmaker Abir Sengupta is set to bring an explosive saga of a modern-day existential crisis with his next feature titled Risky Romeo. The film, billed as an edgy and stylish neo-noir comic tragedy, stars Sunny Singh and Kriti Kharbanda in never-seen-before avatars. A passion project for the director, Abir is also producing Risky Romeo with Anushree Mehta under their banner Jaadugar Films in association with Priyanka Mehrotra and Rameshchandra Yadav of PR Motion Pictures. The makers announced their film with a stunning and striking motion poster. "Thrilled to announce the film, writer-director Abir Sengupta— who had previously directed Kiara Advani starrer Indoo Ki Jawani and produced Radhika Apte starrer Mrs. Undercover," said Risky Romeo is a neo-noir comic tragedy that depicts human behaviour in a "very unusual manner." "The script is filled with dark humour, outlandish characters and a surreal treatment. When I narrated the script to Sunny, he instantly p...

Jolly LLB 3: Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi set to begin shooting in February 2024: Report August 28, 2023 at 04:34PM

The film Jolly LLB 2, featuring Akshay Kumar and Huma Qureshi in the lead roles, graced the screens in 2017. Serving as a sequel to the 2013 film Jolly LLB, which starred Arshad Warsi and Saurabh Shukla in prominent roles, both instalments of the franchise garnered an immensely positive response from the audience. Earlier, after six years since the release of Jolly LLB 2, Arshad Warsi had officially announced the arrival of the third instalment in the series. Now, reports regarding the third installment commencing are making rounds. As per Pinkvilla, Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi’s Jolly LLB 3 will go on floor in February 2024. “Subhash Kapoor has completed the screenplay and will kick off the pre-production at the end of this year. The third instalment presents a clash between good and evil within the context of a courtroom. Like its previous parts, Jolly LLB 3 will also offer an engaging courtroom drama with the perfect blend of humour, suspense, and a pertinent social issue for deb...

SCOOP: Yash Raj Films to launch its next big singing superstar - Bhajan Kumar August 28, 2023 at 03:26PM

Yash Raj Films (YRF) has always tried to unearth some of the biggest newsmakers who have made a mark with their impeccable talent. YRF has not only launched some of the biggest acting talents in the Hindi film industry, but it has also nurtured some of the best musical talents. Given their penchant for discovering and launching some of the coolest artists, YRF will now unveil its next big singing superstar - Bhajan Kumar - in a glitzy event in Mumbai! “YRF will unveil Bhajan Kumar at a spectacular event in Mumbai this week. The production house has discovered some of the most special actors and music icons in the history of its existence and all eyes are on YRF to showcase who this new singing sensation is. Bhajan Kumar will be presented in all his glory at a glitzy media event on August 30,” reveals a source. The source adds, “As the name suggests, Bhajan Kumar’s proficiency is in devotional music and YRF will showcase his singing talent at a live event designed to present him in fr...

After fall out with Shahid Kapoor, Anees Bazmee moves on to Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 with Kartik Aaryan August 28, 2023 at 02:30PM

Anees Bazmee is one of the most celebrated directors of Indian Cinema with multiple memorable comedies under his name. The ace director was all set to start shooting for a double-role comedy with Shahid Kapoor in the lead, however, the film is now scrapped due to creative differences with the actor over the script. While most directors take time to cope with such setbacks, Anees Bazmee is unstoppable. According to our highly placed sources, Anees Bazmee has started working on Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 for Kartik Aaryan. "Anees Bazmee and team are currently working on the script of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and are ready to take the film on floors in February 2024. The film is targeted to release during the Diwali 2024 weekend along with Akshay Kumar's Housefull 5," a source close to the director told Bollywood Hungama. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is produced by Bhushan Kumar and takes the franchise forward marking the return of Kartik Aaryan as Rooh Baba. "It's a cult comedy franchise. ...

Karan Johar teases fans as he saw “trailer of the century”; leaves everyone guessing, is it Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan? August 28, 2023 at 12:46PM

As the countdown to the release of Shah Rukh Khan's much-awaited film Jawan inches closer, the excitement among fans has reached a crescendo. With just under two weeks left for the film's premiere, enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the unveiling of its trailer. In the midst of this fervour, filmmaker Karan Johar stirred up the anticipation further by hinting at having witnessed something extraordinary. Taking to his Instagram stories, Karan Johar dropped a tantalizing hint, leaving followers speculating if his enigmatic proclamation referred to Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan. Johar's post avoided disclosing the film's title, yet his words were enough to set the rumour mill spinning. The post read, “I just saw the trailer of the century!!!!!!!” followed by the hashtag “#iykyk.” Swiftly, the online community began connecting the dots, suspecting that Johar's statement could be a nod to the much-anticipated Jawan trailer. The impending action-packed film marks the directo...

Aamir Khan hosts a get-together for Laal Singh Chaddha cast and team August 27, 2023 at 07:49PM

Aamir Khan hosted a special get-together yesterday for the cast and team of the film Laal Singh Chaddha. The event marked a significant moment as the film, directed by Advait Chandan, found its well-deserved success on various OTT platforms. Drawing parallels with the iconic film Mera Naam Joker starring Raj Kapoor, Laal Singh Chaddha too has garnered recognition that came a little later but has been equally powerful. The film's journey resonates with the delayed appreciation that Mera Naam Joker received over time, and the event was a reflection of the shared passion and hard work that contributed to this achievement. Laal Singh Chaddha, directed by Advait Chandan and starring Aamir Khan, stars Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Mona Singh among others. Adapted from Forrest Gump, Laal Singh Chaddha is the story of a simple man whose extraordinary journey will fill you with love, warmth, and happiness and will also make you laugh. ALSO READ: Aamir Khan and Dinesh Vijan to join hands to pro...

Abhishek Banerjee starrer Stolen to have its world premiere at Venice Film Festival 2023 August 27, 2023 at 06:52PM

Hindi feature film Stolen, brought to life by Jungle Book Studio, helmed by Gaurav Dhingra (GD) has been selected as the solitary representative of Indian cinema at the revered Venice Film Festival 2023. This remarkable accomplishment underscores the film's exceptional narrative and the creative prowess of the Indian film industry on the global stage. Stolen is an edge-of-the-seat thriller from India, the only Indian film in the category along with a collection of some amazing international movies. These include David Fincher's The Killer, Bradley Cooper's Maestro, Sofia Coppola's true-story movie Priscilla, the A24 film Poor Things with Emma Stone and Mark Ruffalo, and Edoardo De Angelis' Comandante. Helmed by Karan Tejpal, and its ensemble cast led by the power performer Abhishek Banerjee, along with the talented Shubham and Mia Maelzer, it is set against the backdrop of a remote rural railway station in India. Stolen unfolds the gripping tale of a five-month-old...

Sunny Deol responds to criticism about Gadar 2 being anti-Pakistan: “People in both countries are like let it all go, we are normal humans on both sides” August 27, 2023 at 05:34PM

Bollywood actors Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel are back on the big screen with the latest release, Gadar 2. The film, helmed by Anil Sharma, also stars Utkarsh Sharma. It has entered the Rs. 400 Crores Club at the Indian box office. Till now, the film has collected Rs. 439.95 crores. However, in a recent conversation, the actor was asked about the ongoing criticism that the movie allegedly perpetuates anti-Pakistan and anti-Muslim agenda. In conversation with BBC Asian Network, Sunny was asked about how the film has been considered ‘anti-Pakistani’. The actor said that both countries have “hatred among one another” since the partition. “I think people in both countries are like let it all go, we are normal humans on both sides,” he said in Punjabi. He added that a story has to have a villain and a hero. “But throughout the film, whenever I have portrayed any character, I have never run anyone down. I don’t believe in that. Even Tara Singh is not that kind of person, not that kind of c...

Preity Zinta mourns the loss of her father-in-law Jon Swindle; says, “I will miss your warmth, your kindness & most of all…” August 27, 2023 at 01:43PM

Bollywood actress Preity Zinta has mourned the loss of her father-in-law, Jon Swindle. Zinta shared a throwback photo of herself with Swindle on Instagram, along with an emotional message. "Dear Jon, I will miss your warmth, your kindness & most of all your incredible sense of humor," she wrote. "I loved going shooting with you, loved cooking your favorite Indian dishes and having conversations on every topic under the sun." She added, "Thank you so much for opening your home & your heart to me & my family. The East Coast will never be the same without you. I know you are at peace right now & at a happy place. Rest in peace."   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Preity G Zinta (@realpz) Her fans and friends have expressed their condolences on social media. “My deepest condolences to you and Gene. What a lovely photograph exudes so much love,” wrote actress Celina Jaitly. Simultaneously, Sussanne Khan commented, “so sorry t...

Prakash Raj, Urmila Matondkar and other celebs condemn Muzaffarnagar teacher's incitement of religious hatred in school August 27, 2023 at 12:16AM

A private school teacher in Uttar Pradesh's Muzaffarnagar has been accused of inciting religious hatred among children after she instructed them to slap their Muslim classmates. The incident, which has been caught on camera, has sparked outrage on social media and drawn condemnation from Bollywood celebrities. In the video, the teacher can be seen asking the children to slap their classmate because he did not know the maths table. She also makes several derogatory remarks about Muslims. The child can be seen crying as he is slapped by the other students. Urmila Matondkar tweeted, "This woman is seriously sick and mentally unstable. Such people should not be allowed around children. Let alone being a teacher." Meanwhile, Renuka Shahane, wrote, "That vile teacher should be behind bars! Instead, she might just get a national teacher's award for promoting national integration! Kafkaesque!! Cry, my beloved country." Hello @X @TwitterIndia May I kindly know why...

Shah Rukh Khan starrer Jawan is 169 minutes long; gets UA certificate from CBFC August 26, 2023 at 10:46PM

Post the super success of Pathaan, there has been keen excitement for Shah Rukh Khan’s next release, Jawan. The anticipation for the Atlee Kumar directorial venture has been increasing each passing week after the makers released the prevue of the film. It indicated that the movie is going to be a complete mass affair with SRK portraying different avatars. Now, some more details about Jawan are out. It is learnt that the movie is 2 hours, 49 minutes and 14 seconds long, which comes down to 169.14 minutes. One must take note that this is the runtime of only the Hindi version of the movie. It will also be releasing in Tamil and Telugu languages. The movie has received a UA certificate from the CBFC (Central Board of Film Certification). Bollywood Hungama had earlier reported that SRK, Nayanthara and music composer Anirudh Ravichander will be attending a special audio launch event for Jawan in Chennai on August 30. While there has been much talk among the cinegoers on whether the makers...

Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Regina Cassandra team up for Anees Bazmee's Section 108 August 26, 2023 at 10:25PM

Regina Cassandra is set to share the screen with Nawazuddin Siddiqui in the highly anticipated film, Section 108, presented by Anees Bazmee. Having made her Bollywood debut in 2019, Regina has since delivered groundbreaking performances on both OTT platforms and the silver screen. The movie revolves around the country's biggest scam and is under the expert direction of Rashik Khan. According to recent news, “Regina will be playing the part of an insurance investigating officer. The actress plays the part of Shikha, who is an expert in her field. It’s a complex and challenging character, and Regina was excited to be a part of this film.” On the other hand, the details of Nawazuddin’s character have been kept under wraps. Speaking of the work front, Regina Cassandra was last seen in Karungaapiyam, a Tamil-language horror thriller film written and directed by Deekay. Meanwhile, Siddiqui was last seen in Tiku Weds Sheru, which was directly released on Amazon Prime Video. He is curre...

Aamir Khan and Dinesh Vijan to join hands to produce Ujjwal Nikam biopic: Report August 26, 2023 at 07:27PM

The audience will have to wait a while before Aamir Khan's return to the big screen. However, the actor is not taking a break from producing projects. While he has five films in hand to produce, the sixth will be Ujjwal Nikam biopic with Maddock Films’ Dinesh Vijan, as per a report in Pinkvilla.  The report also said that the Laal Singh Chaddha actor was considering acting in this biopic. However, now he is attached as a producer. A source told the portal, “Aamir was introduced to the journey of Ujjwal Nikam in the pre-pandemic times and he has been interested in bringing it to the spectacle ever since then. There have been several drafts of scripts written by multiple producer partners, but after all the discussions, Aamir is now on the verge of locking his association with Dinesh Vijan on the Ujjwal Nikam Biopic.”  The casting is underway and the hunt of a director is also in the works.  “The idea is to take it on floors in 2024 and the casting calls are expected to r...

Ask SRK: Shah Rukh Khan CONFIRMS reuniting with Amitabh Bachchan after 17 years; says, "He beat me in..." August 26, 2023 at 07:24PM

When one thinks of Bollywood, the first names to pop into anyone's mind are Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan. The two superstars rule Bollywood and for the longest time, the whole nation has been waiting to see the duo share the screen together once again, and SRK confirmed the same during his latest #AskSRK session on X, formerly known as Twitter. A fan shared the above image and asked Shah Rukh to say a few lines for AB. In the response, SRK tweeted, "It was soooooooo much fun to work with @SrBachchan after so many years. Came back from the shoot inspired and blessed. And just to let u know he beat me in the run!!!!" It was soooooooo much fun to work with @SrBachchan after so many years. Came back from the shoot inspired and blessed. And just to let u know he beat me in the run!!!! https://t.co/hvXE6EMQIu — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) August 26, 2023 According to an inside source, There is an interesting project in the works where Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan ...

Jawan: Shah Rukh Khan to join Nayanthara, Atlee in Chennai for grand audio launch on August 30 August 26, 2023 at 06:19PM

With only two weeks left before the release of Jawan, the anticipation for the Atlee directorial starring Shah Rukh Khan is on a full-time high. SRK and his looks in Jawan have intrigued the audiences since the launch of the prevue. The two songs ‘Zinda Banda’ and ‘Chaleya’, released in three languages, have also intrigued the audiences. Now, the makers plan to hold a grand audio launch in Chennai on August 30, 2023. It is being reported that Shah Rukh Khan will join his co-star Nayanthara and director Atlee Kumar in Chennai on August 30 for the event. It is also a special occasion as the country will be celebrating the festival of Raksha Bandhan. It is also said that music composer Anirudh Ravichander will be in attendance and fans can expect a grand audio launch event. Furthermore, the advance bookings for Jawan will reportedly start in India on August 27. It has already begun overseas. Jawan is a Red Chillies Entertainment presentation directed by Atlee, produced by Gauri Khan, a...

Palak Tiwari becomes first Indian woman brand ambassador of U.S. Polo Assn August 26, 2023 at 04:49PM

Palak Tiwari has become the first Indian woman to be appointed as the brand ambassador of the U.S. Polo Assn. in the women's line. The actress and singer is known for her stylish and confident personality, which makes her a perfect fit for the brand. The brand announced Palak as its new face during an event held on August 25 in Mumbai. Besides her, a bunch of celebs also attended the event including Arjun Rampal and Isabelle Kaif. U.S. Polo Assn. is a global lifestyle brand that is known for its classic American style. The brand has a wide range of clothing, footwear, and accessories for men, women, and children. Speaking of Palak, she is a young actress, who rose to fame for her music video ‘Bijli Bijli’ featuring Harrdy Sandhu. The song was a huge hit. She recently made her acting debut in the film Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan alongside Salman Khan. Coming to the professional front, she will be next seen in the Sanjay Dutt starrer The Virgin Tree. Helmed by debutant director Sid...

Lyricist Dev Kohli, known for Hum Aapke Hain Koun and Baazigar, passes away at 81 August 26, 2023 at 02:56PM

Veteran lyricist Dev Kohli passed away today at his residence in Mumbai. He was admitted at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital for about three months for age related issues. He was discharged just 10 days ago. He breathed his last today at 4 am. He was 81. His last rites would be conducted today at the Oshiwara Crematorium in Mumbai. Dev Kohli wrote songs for over 100 Bollywood movies. He started his career in the early 1970s with films like Lal Patthar, Khoon Khoon, Salaakhen, etc. He acquired more fame in late 1980s and 90s for his work in successful films like Maine Pyar Kiya, Patthar Ke Phool, 100 Days, Bhabhi, Khiladi, Balwaan, Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman, Baazigar, Hum Aapke Hain Koun, Kaante etc. Kohli was active in films till around 2007-2008. Along with romantic films, he also wrote lyrics for David Dhawan comedies like Judwaa, Gharwali Baharwali, Biwi No. 1, Jodi No. 1, Kyun Kii… Main Jhuth Nahin Bolta and Chor Machaye Shor, thereby proving his versatility. The veteran lyrici...

Anushka Sen appointed Honorary Brand Ambassador of Korean Tourism August 26, 2023 at 01:29PM

Television actress and influencer Anushka Sen has announced that she has been appointed Honorary Brand Ambassador of Korean Tourism. The actress took to her Instagram account to share the news. Sharing a series of photos of herself holding a plaque, she wrote, “Immensely happy and excited to announce that I’ve been appointed as the ‘Honorary Brand Ambassador’ of Korean Tourism. Thanks to Korea Tourism Organization for giving me this big opportunity, it was my dream to become the bridge between Korea and India, and now it’s comes true. @kto_india.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Anushka Sen (@anushkasen0408) Back in 2022, she announced that she plans to extend her opportunities in the global market. She partnered with Asia Lab in order to enter the market and explore new opportunities. Anushka Sen wants to create content between India and Korea through various projects. "As a global platform for creatives, Asia Lab (based in South Korea) will manage Anush...

Bombay High Court backs Dream Girl 2 release amidst legal battle, cites 11th-hour concerns August 25, 2023 at 05:18PM

The Bombay High Court, in a recent ruling, has declined to halt the release of the much-anticipated movie Dream Girl 2, starring Ayushmann Khurrana, asserting that films should not be prevented from hitting the screens at the eleventh hour. Scheduled for release this Friday, August 25, the film has been the subject of a legal dispute. Justice Riyaz Chagla delivered this verdict on August 22 during the hearing of a suit filed by Ashim Bagchi, who alleged that the movie's storyline bore a striking resemblance to a script he registered with the Film Screen Writers Association back in May 2007. Bagchi had sought an injunction to halt the film's release pending the outcome of his lawsuit. However, the High Court emphasized that the suit and the application for the injunction were filed on August 18, leaving insufficient time for the respondents to respond adequately. The court stated, "It is well settled that at the eleventh hour, films should not be prevented from their rele...

Gadar 2: 'Main Nikla Gaddi Leke' composer Uttam Singh slams the makers: "They should at least have the etiquette to ask me once" August 25, 2023 at 12:37PM

Bollywood actors Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel are back on the big screen with their latest release, Gadar 2. A sequel to the 2001 release Gadar: Ek Prem Katha, the film helmed by Anil Sharma also stars Utkarsh Sharma. The film entered Rs. 400 crore club at the Indian box office on August 23. However, 'Main Nikla Gaddi Leke' and 'Udd Jaa Kaale Kaava' music composer Uttam Singh has slammed the makers. In an interview with Amar Ujala, Uttam Singh said in Hindi, “They didn’t call me for Gadar 2 and I don’t have the habit of calling and asking for work. They have used two of my songs in the film and I have also heard that they have used the background music that I composed. They should at least have the etiquette to ask me once and talk to me before using my songs in the film.” After the film crossed Rs. 400 crore mark at the box office, Sunny Deol took to Instagram to share a video to thank the audiences. In the video, he said, "Hello everyone. First and foremost, aa...

Sai Pallavi to likely play female lead in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana: Report August 24, 2023 at 08:19PM

Lately, Nitesh Tiwari and his ambitious project on Ramayana have been constantly in the headlines. Readers may recall that recently Bollywood Hungama had learned that KGF star Yash had undergone multiple look tests for the film for the role of Raavan and his finalisation is yet to be decided. The source also confirmed the speculations about Ranbir Kapoor's casting. Amid all the buzz, a latest report suggests that not Alia Bhatt, but South actress Sai Pallavi is likely to play the female lead. As per a report by IndiaToday, since Alia Bhatt’s dates were not available, the Bollywood actress walked out of the project. The report has also speculated that Sai Pallavi is expected to replace the Highway actress. Having said that, it is worth mentioning here that in our previous report, we had informed that a source close to the project confirmed that Alia Bhatt was not approached for the upcoming Nitesh Tiwari directorial. “In fact, the film has not yet reached the stage where they offe...

Adhyayan Suman joins the cast of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi; actor says, “For me Mr Bhansali is no less than god” August 24, 2023 at 08:09PM

Adhyayan Suman, son of renowned actor-host Shekhar Suman, recently shared an exciting news with his followers. In a heartfelt post, he revealed his inclusion in the ensemble cast of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's highly anticipated project, Heeramandi. This milestone moment marked a significant turn in his acting journey, affirming his dedication to the craft. Sharing a picture featuring himself, his father Shekhar Suman, mother and SLB himself, Adhyayan Suman expressed, “It took me 15 years to feel validated as an actor! To be having to play not one but two primary characters in Heeramandi is something I could only dream of!! For me Mr Bhansali is no less than god, someone I never imagined I would be working with! The biggest filmmaker in the country a maverick beyond excellence! His praise for me is bigger than an Oscar!” Accompanying his announcement was a photograph featuring himselfs alongside the acclaimed filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali. This post was supplemented with snippets f...

Shresth Kumar joins the cast of Agnisakshi… Ek Samjhauta; to play the role of Bhosle’s long-lost son Utkarsh August 24, 2023 at 06:48PM

Colors’ ongoing show Agnisakshi…Ek Samjhauta have managed to pave its way into the hearts of audiences as Aashay Mishra and Shivika Pathak have won them over with their portrayal of Satvik Bhosle and Jeevika Rane in the show. Recently, we saw that how the couple which got divorced each other on the day of their marriage, are now in love and got married again. This popular love story is all set to introduce a big twist with the entry of actor Shresth Kumar as Utkarsh, the eldest son in the Bhosle family and Rajnandini’s husband. After being missing for the past seven years, he emerges from oblivion to everyone’s surprise. In the upcoming track, Jeevika discovers an unidentified man in a shattered state at the Bhosle farmhouse. The said man meets with an accident caused by Jeevika’s car and she takes him to the hospital, not knowing that he is Utkarsh. Will the Bhosle family recognize and accept him after all the years he’s been away? Talking about his entry in the show, Shresth Kumar ...

EXCLUSIVE: Cast of Siddharth Anand directorial Fighter, Hrithik Roshan - Deepika Padukone to shoot special party anthem song August 24, 2023 at 05:59PM

After the tremendous success of Pathaan, Siddharth Anand is all set to create waves with his upcoming project Fighter. According to sources, the director is currently working on a party anthem for the much-awaited aerial action film. The shooting scheduled for which is set to commence in the first week of September. A source close to the production reveals, "Siddharth Anand's movies are known to have great music and party anthems, be it Anjaana Anjaani or WAR or even Pathaan. Fighter is going to be no different, the team is currently working on a song which will be shot on a grand set in Mumbai. Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor and the rest of the cast are all currently undergoing prep and rehearsing for the song and shooting for it is set to commence in the first week of September." With chart-toppers like 'Salaam Namaste,' 'Bachna Ae Haseeno,' 'Anjaana Anjaani,' 'Bang Bang,' 'Ghungroo,' 'Jhoome Jo Pathaan,...

Satyaprem Ki Katha: Prime Video announces the worldwide streaming premiere of Kartik Aaryan, Kiara Advani starrer August 24, 2023 at 04:26PM

Prime Video today announced the exclusive streaming premiere of the blockbuster, Satyaprem Ki Katha, starring Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani in the lead. Appreciated for an unusual plotline, an exciting ensemble cast, a thought-provoking narrative, the romantic drama is touted as a breeze of fresh air of entertainment and went on to become a box-office hit. Now, the film, which was earlier available for rental on the platform, has now released on the streaming platform where members can watch it for free. Speaking of the film, it follows Satyaprem (Kartik Aaryan) in his quest for love, eventually falling in love with Katha (Kiara Advani). Their journey from laughter, friendship, and finally marriage hits a rocky terrain when Satyaprem confronts a major ‘truth’, which tests their bond. Promising the perfect dose of romance, drama and comedy, the film has also led to much eagerness and anticipation for its global streaming premiere. Manish Menghani, director of Content Licensing at Pri...

Govind Namdev AGAIN targets CBFC for giving ‘A’ certificate to OMG 2, compares India’s situation with ‘conservative’ countries UAE and Oman August 23, 2023 at 07:35PM

Govind Namdev was a lot in the news earlier this month when he slammed the CBFC (Central Board of Film Certification) on Facebook for giving an Adults certificate to OMG 2 and ordering over 20 cuts in the movie that promotes sex education in schools. Bollywood Hungama was the first one to report the same. The veteran actor has now targeted the CBFC again for the same and has also compared the situation in India with ‘conservative countries’ like UAE and Oman. Govind Namdev shared a video on Facebook of an online portal discussing how OMG 2 has got an Adults certificate despite it being a film meant for teenagers. He captioned the post, “Even in conservative countries like UAE and Oman, students from 12th standard onwards are permitted by the Govt. to watch OMG (2) in order to let them guide in the direction of sex education. We too can learn from these countries. God bless …” For those not in the know, UAE and Oman have rated OMG 2 permissible for children above 12 to watch. The earl...

Welcome 3 aka Welcome To the Jungle to reunite Akshay Kumar and Raveena Tandon on the big screen; report August 23, 2023 at 06:01PM

For the past few months, there have been a lot of rumours on Welcome 3. While the first film in the franchise featured Akshay Kumar alongside Katrina Kaif, Paresh Rawal, Nana Patekar, and Anil Kapoor, the casting underwent some change in the second instalment which had John Abraham and Shruti Haasan as the leads. However, after announcing the news about the third instalment, there have been a lot of changes in the casting front and it is being said that Arshad Warsi and Suniel Shetty have been roped in for the film. And now yet another name which has been added is that of Raveena Tandon. Although the exact details of the characters etc. are yet to be revealed, recent reports claim that Raveena Tandon has been roped in to play a pivotal role in this comedy entertainer. If the reports are true, Bollywood buffs will see their ‘Cheez Badi Hai Mast Mast’ co-stars reunite after almost two decades for Welcome 3. For the unversed, Akshay and Raveena were not only one of the most sought-after ...

Prakash Raj in legal trouble! Booked for sharing meme on Chandrayaan-3 mission August 23, 2023 at 04:27PM

Renowned actor Prakash Raj has been booked in a police station in Karnataka's Bagalkot district for sharing a meme on the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)'s moon mission Chandrayaan-3. A complaint was filed against the actor by Hindu organisations leaders in Banahatti police station of Bagalkote district on Tuesday.  As per a report by PTI, the police said, “A complaint has been filed against actor Prakash Raj for his post on the Chandrayaan-3 mission. Hindu organisations leaders filed a complaint against the actor in Banahatti police station of Bagalkote district and have demanded action.” Earlier on Sunday, Prakash Raj took to the microblogging site Twitter to share a caricature of a man in a shirt and lungi pouring tea. Sharing the picture, he wrote, “First view just arrived from Chandrayaan .. #VikramLander #justasking." BREAKING NEWS:- First picture coming from the Moon by #VikramLander Wowww #justasking pic.twitter.com/RNy7zmSp3G — Prakash Raj (@prakashra...

Shabana Azmi to lodge police complaint after her name was misused for phishing scams August 23, 2023 at 04:14PM

Shabana Azmi, who is recently receiving a lot of love for her role as Jamini in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, has been warning others of phishing scheme. According to the actress, someone has been misusing her name, and messaging her friends and acquaintances. The actress has taken to social media to warn her near and dear ones about the imposter, further asserting that she will be lodging a complaint soon in the cyber cell regarding the incident. In a notice shared by Shabana Azmi on her social media account on X, which was previously known as Twitter, it read It has come to our notice that some of our colleagues and associates, have received messages purported to be from Ms Shabana Azmi. These are clearly “phishing” attempts asking responders to make purchases on App Store for the messenger.”“ Further, asking the netizens to beware of such scams, the notice read, “Please do not reply or pick any calls/messages that appear to be coming to you from Shabanaji. This is a cybercrime o...

EXCLUSIVE: Ameesha Patel claims Yeh Hai Jalwa got ‘sidelined’ due to Salman Khan’s accident; says, “Had the audience been open to it, that was one film that would have done really well” August 23, 2023 at 02:24PM

Making her debut with Kaho Na Pyaar Hai, Ameesha Patel, who has acted with some of the biggest stars like Hrithik Roshan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Ajay Devgn, Anil Kapoor, among others, recently opened up about the films in her career. Riding high on the success of Gadar 2, Ameesha recalled her journey in Bollywood and discussed with Bollywood Hungama about the films she chose, about the films she had faith in, and also discussed the reason behind the films not meeting her expectations. When asked her about films she had faith in but failed to perform at the box office, Ameesha revealed to Bollywood Hungama that she had a lot of expectations from the Salman Khan starrer Yeh Hai Jalwa, Ajay Devgan starrer Zameer, and Aamir Khan starrer Mangal Pandey. Talking about the film with Salman, Ameesha said, “I think Yeh Hai Jalwa was one of David Dhawan’s, best films. Salman has never looked more handsome and this music and everything was good. But I think earlier, the audiences were not so op...

Nora Fatehi replaces Jacqueline Fernandez in Vidyut Jammwal’s Crakk - Jeetegaa Toh Jiyegaa: Report August 23, 2023 at 01:35PM

Back in October 2022, Vidyut Jammwal and Aditya Datt announced their next project Crakk - Jeetegaa Toh Jiyegaa which is scheduled to release in 2023. It was presented by Reliance Entertainment and produced by Action Hero Films & PZ Pictures, and will be jointly produced by Vidyut Jammwal, Parag Sanghvi, and Action Hero Films and is written as well as directed by Aditya Datt. The film also stars Arjun Rampal with Jacqueline Fernandez in the lead role. However, it seems like Fernandez has now been replaced in the movie by Nora Fatehi. In recent times, T-Series took over the production of the project. Jacqueline Fernandez has been in the headlines since her alleged involvement with Sukesh Chandrashekar. The actress had reportedly kicked off shooting in October itself. Now, as per a report in Hindustan Times, Nora is on board as the female lead. Interestingly, she is also mired in the same controversy and they are currently at loggerheads over a defamation case. Crakk - Jeetegaa Toh ...

Dream Girl 2: CBFC mutes ‘b*****d’; removes dialogue on circumcision from Ayushmann Khurrana-starrer August 22, 2023 at 07:54PM

Dream Girl 2 is all set to release this Friday, August 25, and there's excitement for it among audiences. Despite competition from Gadar 2, the comic caper has managed to generate a buzz and has also had decent advance sales till now. The film has undergone the process of censor certification twice in the last one week. Bollywood Hungama in this special report will throw light on this aspect. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) awarded a U/A certificate to Dream Girl 2 on August 16. However, the Examining Committee asked for four changes. They muted the word 'b*****d' at two places. A dialogue on circumcision, 'Phir se khatna karwaoonga, jitna bhi bacha hai', was deleted along with the visuals. Some modification was carried out in the dialogue 'Behen kyun de di'. Finally, an anti-smoking ad was inserted before the start of the second half and an anti-smoking ticker was placed in the smoking scenes. The censor certificate was granted on...

Indian Matchmaking fame Pradhyuman Maloo accused of domestic violence; wife Ashima Chauhaan files FIR  August 22, 2023 at 06:16PM

Pradhyuman Maloo, recognized by many as one of Sima Taparia's high-profile clients on Netflix's Indian Matchmaking, finds himself in a storm of controversy as his wife, Ashima Chauhaan, has lodged a complaint alleging domestic violence. This development comes after the couple's grand wedding in Udaipur in 2022, which garnered attention due to Pradhyuman's appearances on the popular matchmaking show. According to reports from Hindustan Times, the Mumbai Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against Pradhyuman and his family, based on Ashima's accusations. In the FIR, Ashima claimed that she left her marital home in September 2022 due to enduring physical and emotional abuse. She also alleged that her family had been subjected to blackmail and harassment. Ashima's legal representative, advocate Anmol Bartaria, emphasized the gravity of the allegations, stating, "The allegations in the FIR lodged are grave and concerning with domestic viole...