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Veteran producer and former chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), Pahlaj Nihalani, passed away on June 4, 2026, due to a liver ailment. Sadly, a section of netizens has been only focusing on some of his controversial episodes as CBFC chairperson. However, there’s hardly any chatter about how Pahlaj Nihalani, during his tenure, went out of his way to help several filmmakers secure certificates on time. Had he not intervened in such cases, some of these films could have faced delays, thereby causing heavy losses to the makers. Senior industry member Rajesh Vasani of Paras Publicity narrated one such touching episode related to Jagga Jasoos (2017), exclusively to Bollywood Hungama . The musical comedy starred Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif, was directed by Anurag Basu and was produced by Ranbir Kapoor in association with Disney. Rajesh Vasani said, “Mr Rishi Kapoor arrived at Pahlaj ji’s Juhu residence at midnight, on Monday, July 3, 2017 or Tuesday, July 4, 2...

SS Rajamouli’s ambitious action-adventure film Varanasi continues to generate curiosity, and a fresh revelation from veteran writer Vijayendra Prasad has added another layer of intrigue to the much-awaited project. At a recent fan interaction hosted by Filmy Focus, Vijayendra Prasad, who has penned the story for the film, opened up about a sequence that he had previously described as one that could leave audiences stunned. While discussing the project, he finally offered a glimpse into what viewers can expect. When asked whether the much-talked-about 30-minute sequence was mythological, spiritual, or political in nature, Prasad revealed, “It’s a war between Rama and Kumbhakarna.” The statement immediately sparked speculation among fans. Many are now wondering whether Prithviraj Sukumaran, who plays a key role in the film, could be portraying Kumbhakarna in the story’s mythological portions. Without giving away too many details, Prasad referred to visuals that had already ...

Filmmaker Buchi Babu Sana has issued a public apology after sections of the audience criticised certain scenes in Peddi , the recently released Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor starrer. The director said the feedback had been taken seriously and confirmed that changes would be made to the portions that have drawn objections. The statement came on June 6, two days after the film’s release. Taking to social media, Buchi Babu addressed the growing debate surrounding the portrayal of Janhvi Kapoor’s character and the treatment of women in the film. “As a filmmaker, I believe cinema should entertain, inspire, and connect with audiences. It should never make anyone feel uncomfortable or disrespected. We have heard the feedback regarding certain scenes in Peddi and have taken it seriously,” he wrote on X. The film has faced criticism from viewers and commentators who argued that Janhvi Kapoor’s character lacked depth despite being one of the central figures in the story. Seve...

On June 8, Indian fans will be amongst the first in the world to secure their seats for The Odyssey . Shot across the world using brand new IMAX® film technology, The Odyssey is the first feature film shot entirely with IMAX® cameras, opening in cinemas worldwide and across India on July 17, 2026. Written and directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Christopher Nolan, the film brings Homer’s foundational epic to the screen in a way that has never been attempted before. The story of Odysseus, King of Ithaca, and his perilous journey home after the fall of Troy is brought to life by Matt Damon as Odysseus, Tom Holland as Telemachus, and Anne Hathaway as Penelope, alongside Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, Charlize Theron, and Jon Bernthal. The Odyssey opens in cinemas across India in all formats on July 17, 2026. Speaking about the opening of IMAX ticket bookings for The Odyssey in India, Denzil Dias, Vice President and Managing Director, Warner Bros. Discov...

Actor and entrepreneur Preity Zinta has ventured into the luxury jewellery space with the launch of her fine jewellery brand, Jacarti Jewellery. The actress recently inaugurated the brand’s new store in Mumbai’s Bandra neighbourhood, with several friends from the entertainment industry attending the celebration. Among those present at the event were actors Celina Jaitly, Bobby Deol and Iulia Vantur. The gathering marked an important milestone for Zinta as she expands her professional portfolio beyond cinema and sports into the luxury retail sector. Sharing moments from the launch on social media, Celina Jaitly congratulated Preity and praised the new collection. Posting a selfie from the event, she wrote, “CONGRATULATIONS PREITY. What a wonderful evening celebrating my darling friend Preity Zinta and the launch of her luxury fine jewellery brand, Jacarti Jewellery, and its beautiful new store in Bandra, Mumbai.” Speaking about the collection, Celina added, “Preity, congratulations ...

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