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Ravie Dubey defends Ranbir Kapoor’s Lord Rama casting amid Ramayana debate; says, “Ranbir is simply the best we have, he is a superstar of epic proportions”

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The casting of Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana has been a topic of discussion since the release of the film’s first teaser. While some viewers have questioned whether the actor fits the role, others have responded positively to his appearance as the revered mythological character. Amid the ongoing debate, Ravie Dubey, who plays Lakshman in the film, has spoken in support of his co-star and shared his experience of working with him.\ In an interview with Variety India, Ravie Dubey praised Ranbir Kapoor’s approach to his work and described him as “simply the best”. Addressing the criticism around Ranbir’s casting as Lord Rama, Ravie said, “I think Ranbir is simply the best we have. He is a superstar of epic proportions, but what has stayed with me even more is the human being and the artiste I have witnessed at close range. The sincerity with which he comes onto a set is unparalleled. His work ethic, etiquette, intensity and preparation; I had heard so much abou...
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SCOOP: Shah Rukh Khan saw Dhurandhar The Revenge a day before release at Salman Khan’s preview theatre

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Yesterday, Shah Rukh Khan conducted an ‘Ask SRK’ session after nearly 10 ½ months, and it left the X users excited. As always, the superstar gave witty replies, and this time he also shared updates about his much-awaited next, King. That’s not all. A fan asked whether he had seen Dhurandhar . To which Shah Rukh Khan replied, “Loved both the parts….fantastic by the whole team!!!” Bollywood Hungama enquired from a source from the actor’s team on this and he said, “Shah Rukh Khan saw Dhurandhar The Revenge a day before the release, that is, before the whole world. He asked director Aditya Dhar to arrange for the screening and the writer-director-producer gladly did it for him.” The source further said, “The screening took place at a preview theatre owned by Salman Khan. Shah Rukh attended the screening with his whole family. Karan Johar also joined him.” However, the source had no idea whether Salman also joined the fellow star and KJo for the screening of Dhurandhar The R...
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Rakesh Roshan to earn Rs 2.76 crore from 3-year lease of 5,574 sq ft Mumbai property: Report

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Filmmaker Rakesh Roshan has leased two commercial units in Mumbai’s Andheri West to Beingu Studios Private Limited. According to property registration documents accessed by CRE Matrix, the two offices have a combined area of 5,574 sq ft and are being leased for a monthly fee of Rs 7.30 lakh. The commercial units are situated at Commerce Centre, off New Link Road in Oshiwara, Andheri West. The deal also includes two car parking spaces. The leave and license agreement was registered on September 9, 2026. The lease has been signed for a period of three years, with a 5% annual increase in the monthly rent. The security deposit for the transaction stands at Rs 10.95 lakh. Rent To Increase Over Three-Year Lease As per the registered agreement, Beingu Studios will pay Rs 7.30 lakh per month during the first year of the lease. The monthly license fee will rise to Rs 7.66 lakh in the second year and further increase to Rs 8.04 lakh during the third year. The escalation clause is part of t...
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Samantha Ruth Prabhu celebrates traditional Seemantham with husband Raj Nidimoru ahead of first baby’s arrival; see pictures!

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Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently celebrated her traditional baby shower ceremony, known as Seemantham, with her husband and director Raj Nidimoru. The intimate ceremony comes as the couple prepare to welcome their first child in December 2026. The actor also opened up about her experience of participating in the ceremony and understanding the meaning behind the rituals. For the occasion, Samantha opted for a dark yellow and gold ethnic ensemble, which she paired with traditional jewellery and fresh flowers in her hair. Raj was also present as the couple participated in the sacred rituals together. The intimate gathering was held outdoors, with the space decorated with marigold flowers and traditional oil lamps. Among those present were close friends and members of Samantha’s creative circle, including designer Shilpa Reddy and stylist Neeraja Kona. Samantha Ruth Prabhu explains the significance of the ceremony Sharing pictures from the celebration, Samantha spoke at length abou...
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EXCLUSIVE: Susanne Bier reveals why she said yes to Practical Magic 2: “I’d love to work with both of you again”

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Director Susanne Bier is stepping into the world of Practical Magic 2 with a clear understanding of what makes the franchise special. For Bier, the opportunity was not simply about revisiting a beloved property, but about creating a big-screen experience rooted in relationships, female themes and emotion. Recalling how she came on board, Bier revealed that the conversation began around Christmas 2024, when she received a call and spoke with stars Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman. “I got a call around Christmas of ‘24. I spoke both to Sandy and to Nicole. “We have this project; it can be really fun. Do you want to read?” And I was like, “Sure, I’d love to read. I mean, I’d love to work with both of you again.” And doing a big, cinematic release that is female-driven and is about something that actually is very close to my heart just sounded incredibly tempting. What intrigued me in the first place was actually making a movie with substantial female themes while making some...
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Neena Gupta says she apologised to Masaba Gupta for growing up without her father: “It is my fault”

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Neena Gupta has spoken openly about raising her daughter Masaba Gupta as a single mother and the choices that shaped their lives. In a recent conversation with Zoom, Neena reflected on Masaba’s childhood and her experience of growing up without her father, former West Indies cricketer Vivian Richards, being present in her everyday life.   Neena revealed that she has apologised to Masaba over the years for the circumstances of her upbringing. She acknowledged that some decisions made when she was younger had consequences that became clearer with time. “I am so honest with her that many times I have said sorry to her that you didn’t have a father with you when you were young. It is my fault, but she understands. We all make mistakes. When we are young, our parents tell us certain things and we don’t listen. That wisdom comes later,” she said. Neena also explained that she made a conscious effort to ensure Masaba learned about her father and their relationship directl...
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EXCLUSIVE: Anya Singh bags Vikram Bhatt’s 1920: Cold Winter; reunites with Ahan Shetty after Border 2

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A couple of weeks after the release and surprising box office performance of Haunted – Echoes Of The Past , director Vikram Bhatt and producer Anand Pandit announced that they would join hands for 1920: Cold Winter . A month later, in July 2026, it was reported that Ahan Shetty has signed the horror flick. And now, Bollywood Hungama has come across an interesting information about the film. A source told Bollywood Hungama , “ Anya Singh , who became widely known after The Ba***ds Of Bollywood, has come on board as the female lead of the film. The makers were impressed by Anya’s screen presence and talent, and felt that she would be apt for the part. Anya is also excited as she has never attempted horror before in Bollywood.” Interestingly, both Ahan Shetty and Anya Singh also shared screen space in this year’s super-hit war film, Border 2 . While Ahan played the role of Lt Cdr Mahendra Singh Rawat, Anya was seen as his wife, Sudha Rawat. Hence, 1920: Cold Winter marks the second f...
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