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EXCLUSIVE: Border 2 goes the Dhurandhar way; won’t have a release in Gulf countries

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The first biggie of 2026, Border 2 , is all set to release tomorrow, and there’s tremendous excitement for it, as evident by the ticket sales. Not just in India, but it is poised for a healthy opening overseas as well. But those waiting to see the film in Gulf countries or the UAE/GCC belt would be disheartened to know that it would not get a release in the region. A source told Bollywood Hungama , “Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE will not be releasing Border 2 . By now, it’s given that films which are perceived as having ‘anti-Pakistan’ content don’t get a release in this belt. Yet, the team of Border 2 did make an attempt and sadly, their attempts proved futile. One day is left for release and the hope is still there that they pass the film, though the possibility seems remote.” The source continued, “Recently, even Dhurandhar was not allowed a release in the same region. However, the makers of Border 2 are not losing sleep over it as they are aware that...
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Rasha Thadani makes her singing debut with ‘Chaap Tilak’ from Laikey Laikaa

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Rasha Thadani has taken a step into music with her singing debut in ‘ Chaap Tilak ’, the first song released from the upcoming film Laikey Laikaa . Known primarily for her on-screen work so far, this marks her first outing as a vocalist, adding another element to her growing body of work. The song has been composed by indie-folk band Faridkot, whose music often draws from traditional influences while presenting them in a contemporary framework. In ‘ Chaap Tilak ’, the composition leans towards a rooted, earthy sound, with Rasha’s vocals fitting into the overall texture of the track rather than standing apart from it. The approach moves away from a conventional Bollywood launch song, opting instead for a more understated, narrative-driven style. Directed by Saurabh Gupta, Laikey Laikaa is positioned as a young love story that explores relationships through themes of passion, vulnerability, and conflict. The film’s first look, which has circulated widely online, suggests a tone that ...
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Trade experts open up on Border 2’s advance booking: “There’s no ‘Aman Ki Asha’ factor here; When Sunny Deol screams ‘Awaaz kahan tak jaani chahiye?’ and when the jawans reply ‘Lahore tak’, you are directly naming the enemy”

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Border 2 is all set to release this Friday and the advance booking trends have been very encouraging. We spoke to trade experts to understand the hype surrounding the war film and more. Trade veteran Taran Adarsh said, “The advance is good and the momentum has begun. Border 2 is riding very highly on the star cast. There’s a lot of emotion attached because of the recall value of the first part, though it was released almost three decades ago. Additionally, today’s generation is largely unaware of the 1971 war. So, they are curious about what happened at that time.” He added, “The star cast is huge. Sunny Deol is the poster boy; the film is riding on his shoulders, though the film also stars Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty. The music is a plus point. The makers have repeated the hit songs; it’s a great idea as those tracks are fresh even today.” Girish Johar, producer and film business analyst, agreed, “The advance figures were satisfactory. The awareness level is hig...
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Photos: Shanaya Kapoor, Avneet Kaur, Tamannaah Bhatia and others grace the Elle List 2026

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The post Photos: Shanaya Kapoor, Avneet Kaur, Tamannaah Bhatia and others grace the Elle List 2026 appeared first on Bollywood Hungama . from Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/DsIOl9p
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Vijay Varma revisits 2016 with throwback photos featuring Amitabh Bachchan’s “golden toilet”, Irrfan Khan and more; calls it a milestone year

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As the 2016 trend makes its way across social media, Vijay Varma joined in by revisiting a year that played a defining role in his journey. Sharing a series of throwback memories, the actor reflected on how 2016 turned out to be a milestone phase for him, both personally and professionally. Calling it a special chapter, Vijay wrote, “2016 was sort of a milestone year for me.. I got to work with Big B and Shoojit da on movie Pink with the lovely cast and crew. Met god @sachintendulkar. Took selfie with a golden toilet at Bachchan’s / Made gym buddies @sanyamalhotra_ and @fatimasanashaikh / Met my hero @irrfan / Worked on Yaara with @tigmanshudhulia sir with @mevidyutjammwal and @theamitsadh / Music video Naina Bawre with my friend @reemsen and overall goofed around with my new found mini fame.” In essence, 2016 marked a year in which Vijay Varma found himself stepping into spaces he had once only dreamed of. From working alongside stalwarts like Amitabh Bachchan under Shoojit Sircar’...
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Randeep Hooda becomes investor for health and wellness brand TeinPro, marks foray into entrepreneurship

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Actor Randeep Hooda has taken his first step into entrepreneurship by joining as an investor in TeinPro, an Indian health and nutrition brand focused on clean, everyday protein solutions. The move reflects Hooda’s long-standing interest in disciplined living and mindful health choices, rather than a conventional celebrity business association. Founded by Chinmay Barik, Raghav Gupta and Kshitij Shokeen, TeinPro positions itself as a wellness brand aimed at addressing everyday nutritional gaps, particularly protein deficiency in Indian diets. The company currently offers protein and energy bars designed for people with active routines, long workdays, or those seeking balanced nutrition without extreme fitness messaging. Speaking about his association with the venture, Hooda explained that his decision was rooted in personal alignment rather than commercial intent. “I’ve never been someone who believes in attaching my name to things casually. For me, any association off screen has to f...
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Meerra Chopraa comes out in support of AR Rahman: “‘Trolling him is disgraceful”

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Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman recently found himself at the centre of a heated controversy following comments he made about a decline in work opportunities from Hindi cinema over the past eight years. Speaking in an interview with BBC Asian Network, Rahman suggested that while multiple factors could be responsible, there may also be a “communal angle” involved, remarks that triggered sharp criticism from sections of the film industry and sparked a polarised public debate. Amid the backlash, Rahman has received support from several voices within the entertainment fraternity. The latest to publicly stand by the composer is actor-turned-producer Meerra Chopraa. Addressing the controversy, Meerra issued a strong statement in Rahman’s defence, calling out the trolling directed at the composer. She wrote, “Only two Indians have truly taken India to the global stage in a way the whole world recognises — Priyanka Chopra and AR Rahman. Trolling him for something he didn’t even mean is not...
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