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Kriti Sanon opens up on her next solo lead with Maddock Films: “I’m doing a film that is on my shoulders”

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With more opportunities emerging for female-led films, conversations around gender parity, pay disparity and the commercial potential of women-centric stories continue to be a part of the entertainment industry. Actress Kriti Sanon recently shared her views on the changing landscape, highlighting the role of audiences in encouraging filmmakers to invest in stories led by women. Kriti, who is reportedly set to headline a large-scale horror film backed by Maddock Films, also spoke about the difference in remuneration between male and female actors. While she acknowledged the growing number of substantial roles being written for women, she noted that pay parity remains an area that needs attention. Talking about the rise of female-driven projects, the actress said, “With OTT and so many other platforms coming in, and also a lot of writers writing meaty parts for women, which is amazing, because now it’s not just about male-driven films. There are many female-driven films that are ...

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IMA seeks review of Sunny Deol starrer Suryaa: Ant Se Aarambh Tak; raises concerns over portrayal of doctors and hospital violence

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The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has raised objections to the promotional content of Sunny Deol’s upcoming crime drama Suryaa: Ant Se Aarambh Tak , expressing concern over its portrayal of the medical profession. In a formal communication, the association questioned whether the film’s depiction of alleged corruption and violence against healthcare workers could contribute to negative perceptions of doctors and hospital personnel. The IMA has outlined four key areas of concern, including the generalisation of alleged misconduct across the medical fraternity, the depiction of physical assaults on healthcare workers, the safety of medical personnel and the potential impact on doctor-patient trust. In its letter, the association cautioned against portraying individual instances of wrongdoing in a manner that could reflect on the wider medical community. It stated, “The portrayal risks creating the impression that corruption, unethical practices, and alleged corruption in medica...

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 3 trailer teases the forging of the ‘One Ring’; new episodes to premiere on November 11

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Prime Video has unveiled the official trailer for the third season of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, setting the stage for a new chapter in the struggle against Sauron. The trailer points towards the forging of the One Ring, as the Dark Lord moves closer to achieving his goal of dominating Middle-earth. The new season will premiere on November 11, 2026. In the trailer, Galadriel reflects on the events leading to this moment, saying, “All of it has come to this,” as the conflict across Middle-earth intensifies. The footage features Elves attempting to hold their front lines, tensions among the Dwarves of Khazad-dûm, and political divisions threatening to push the island kingdom of Númenor towards civil war. In the eastern lands of Rhûn, Gandalf also draws on his magic and powers of persuasion in an effort to counter the approaching darkness. The trailer introduces the Nazgnagôl, Sauron’s terrifying Ring-servants, who roam Middle-earth in black armour as his forces continu...

Ramayana Chennai event: Ranbir Kapoor apologizes for achhai-burai slip of tongue; says “Jo bhi main kehna chahoon, barbaad karein alfaaz mere!”

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Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, Sai Pallavi, Rakul Preet Singh, Ravie Dubey, producer Namit Malhotra, director Nitesh Tiwari and music maestro A R Rahman attended the musical event for their film Ramayana in Chennai. A R Rahman performed to the songs of the film and mesmerized the audience. Meanwhile, Ranbir Kapoor clarified the goof-up he made the day before at a Dussehra event held in Kolkata as part of Ramayana promotions. At this event, Ranbir Kapoor mistakenly said, “ Burai chahe kitne bhi taaqatwar kyun na ho, aakhir mein anth sacchai aur acchaai ki hi hogi ”. The video went viral on social media, leading to a lot of trolling. Ranbir Kapoor began by saying, “Vanakkam, Chennai! Thank you for this love and energy. We really feel welcomed by all you beautiful people. Ramayana is a story that connects all of us through love, faith and our culture. I have had the privilege of working with the maestro, Mr Rahman, on two of my films ( Rockstar and Tamasha ). And both have been really special t...

EXCLUSIVE: Vishal Rana calls Tu Hai Meri Kiran “our answer to Obsession”; reveals why he didn’t remix Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic Darr song: “Don’t want people to compare the two films”

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Vishal Rana is all set to release his next film, Tu Hai Meri Kiran , this Friday, October 23. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama , the producer spoke about the film’s casting, its catchy title, the crowded release date and a lot more. The first thing that stands out about Tu Hai Meri Kiran is that real-life couple Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal are seen in a completely different dynamic. How did that come about? The script came to me, and I found it interesting as it had a lot of twists and revolved around an obsessive lover. We approached Sonakshi first, and she really liked the story. We wanted an actress in the 25-30 age group, and she fit the bill. Then it became a challenge to find an actor opposite her who could match her personality, aura, and demeanour. At the same time, the actor had to look more powerful than her, as he plays an obsessive, creepy stalker. We auditioned several actors, but we couldn’t find the one we were looking for. One day, I happe...

Police Company release date: Ram Gopal Varma’s crime saga starring Harshvardhan Rane to hit theatres on June 4, 2027

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Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma is returning to the Mumbai underworld with Police Company , an upcoming crime saga that will explore the city’s turbulent gang wars from the perspective of law enforcement. T-Series, in association with RGV Company Production, has officially announced the theatrical release date of the action thriller. Starring Harshvardhan Rane in the lead role, the film is scheduled to arrive in cinemas nationwide on June 4, 2027. Known for exploring the underbelly of Mumbai through films like Satya and Company , Ram Gopal Varma is revisiting familiar territory with a narrative that shifts the focus from gangsters to the police officers who confronted them. In Police Company , Harshvardhan Rane will portray Daya Nayak, the Mumbai police encounter specialist whose operations became a significant part of the city’s underworld history. Inspired by true events and real-life police officers who operated during the late 1990s and early 2000s, the film will delve into the funct...