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False alarms and box office fear: Dhurandhar 2 stands its ground on release date

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There is a mounting rumour being spread by vested interests that the release of Dhurandhar 2 is being postponed. I’ve never seen such a fear psychosis grip the ostensible competition. While other releases in and around Dhurandhar 2 ’s release date of March 19 — and yes, March 19 it is, no matter how many planted stories suggest an imagined postponement have quietly and gracefully chosen less risky Fridays, the misinformation continues unabated. It is Geetu Mohandas’ Toxic that appears to have made an egoistic issue out of this so-called competition. Wildly unsubstantiated stories of Dhurandhar 2 being postponed are being circulated, and no prizes for guessing where they are coming from. A source in the know tells me, “It has become an izzat ka sawaal . How can we move? We will be seen as having weaker content. This kind of foolish egocentricity is what is ruining the entertainment business.” The graceful thing to do would be to bow out and return a few weeks later, when the Dhur...
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EXCLUSIVE: Vadh 2 trailer to drop on January 27; Luv Ranjan reveals why it’s not a “forced sequel”: “When a small film does well, makers try to make the sequel grand…we haven’t changed the grain”

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Vadh 2 is all set to release on February 6 and in an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama , talented and enterprising producer Luv Ranjan spoke about the Sanjay Mishra-Neena Gupta starrer, when its trailer will be out, what Luv Films stands for, his love for Gurugram’s Cyber Hub and a lot more. When did you decide that a sequel to Vadh would be a good idea? Jaspal Singh Sandhu sir and I were discussing what to do next. We realized that there can’t be a true sequel as such to this film. The story of the two characters in the first part had come to an end. However, the concept of ‘ vadh ’ can be revisited by exploring another social evil and how a simple man fights it to protect someone he loves. With Vadh ’s first part, the appreciation was slow, but suddenly, it got a lot of love and also awards. That also motivated us to try for a second part. Jaspal sir cracked a story which we all loved and we felt that its worth doing. Vadh released when the Drishyam 2 wave was going...
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“Proud”: Karan Johar and Neeraj Ghaywan REACT after Homebound misses Oscars 2026 nomination

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India’s quest for an Academy Award in the Best International Feature Film category remains unfulfilled as the country’s official entry, Homebound , failed to secure a nomination for the 98th Academy Awards. The announcement, made on Thursday, January 22, by actors Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman, confirmed that the Neeraj Ghaywan directorial did not make the final cut of five films. Despite the setback, the film’s producers and director expressed a sense of pride and camaraderie. Shortly after the nominations were revealed, producer Karan Johar took to his Instagram story to share his reaction. Posting several stills from the film, he expressed his unwavering admiration for the project and its visionary director. “Proud!!! Love you Neeraj Ghaywan for allowing us to bask in your light,” Johar wrote, signaling that the film’s value transcends award recognition. Director Neeraj Ghaywan was quick to acknowledge the producer’s constant support. Reposting Johar’s story, Ghaywan express...
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Mrunal Thakur steps out wearing Cartier Santos, a timeless luxury watch priced at Rs 10.8 lakhs

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In the world of high fashion and cinema, few stars balance poise and power quite like Mrunal Thakur. Recently, the actress sent the internet into a frenzy, not just with her ethereal looks, but with a serious piece of wrist game that screams timeless luxury. Spotted serving major “Old Money” vibes, Mrunal chose the legendary Cartier Santos as her companion, proving that she’s staying centered while her career reaches for the stars. In the 2026 luxury market, this “Large Model” grail is valued at approximately Rs 10.80 lakhs. Complementing her luxury timepiece, Mrunal recently shared a series of breathtaking visuals that captured her in a reflective, serene mood. Dressed in a soft blue floral dress with a delicate open-back design, she stood bathed in natural light by a window—a look that perfectly mirrored the quiet luxury aesthetic of her Cartier watch. Taking to Instagram with a poetic touch, she shared: “Clouds come into life, give space to the sky, and after a short pause, light...
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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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