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Priyanka Chopra, Varanasi and the question of a Telugu debut; was the Ram Charan starrer Thoofan forgotten?

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The Varanasi team’s widely circulated interview with Screen Rant features a rather awkward moment. When the interviewer asks Priyanka Chopra about her Telugu debut in Varanasi , the actor says she cannot remember when she last did a Telugu film. Mahesh Babu quickly steps in to add, “This is her first Telugu film.” But that is not entirely accurate. Priyanka Chopra had, in fact, featured in the Telugu version of the Amitabh Bachchan classic Zanjeer in 2013. Titled Thoofan , the Ram Charan starrer had Priyanka playing his love interest in what was admittedly a small role. At the time, Chopra had expressed considerable gratitude to the makers of Thoofan , as opportunities in Bollywood were scarce for her then. A senior member of the Thoofan team views her current statement as a case of selective amnesia. “When we signed her for Thoofan , nobody in the Hindi film industry was willing to sign her. We ourselves felt the role was not substantial enough for a future global star like h...
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OMEGA X announces first European tour RE:CONNECT, set to meet fans across eight cities

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K-pop group OMEGA X is set to embark on its first-ever European tour since debut, marking a significant milestone in the group’s global journey. Titled RE:CONNECT , the tour will feature six members—Jaehan, Sebin, Xen, Jehyun, Kevin and Yechan—and aims to strengthen the bond between the group and their fandom, FOR X, through live performances and fan-focused events. The RE:CONNECT tour will kick off in Paris on February 10, before travelling to major European cities including Frankfurt, Berlin, Warsaw, Vienna, Budapest, Helsinki and Milan, where the tour will conclude on February 24. Vienna will host OFF STAGE busking and fan events rather than a full concert, while additional off-stage events are also planned in Berlin and Paris. According to the group, the tour’s title reflects the idea of “reconnecting” with fans through music and shared experiences, particularly those who have been waiting to see OMEGA X perform live in Europe for the first time. Xen expressed his excitement ah...
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Hrithik Roshan lays down HRX Films rulebook: “You are a FOOL if you bypass the director!”; points out secret ingredient behind global success of RRR and Aamir Khan’s films in China: “Integrity, conviction, unadulterated vision”

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In an interview with BrandEquity, Hrithik Roshan spoke in detail about what it takes for a story to earn a greenlight under HRX Films. He also explained why, for him, the final stamp always comes down to the director’s complete adoption of the script. Talking about his banner, Hrithik Roshan said, “HRX Films is a division of FilmKraft because that is the main school that I learned from. So, HRX Films operates under FilmKraft and it is the sweet spot between the commercial thinking of that school or my dad’s school and content that is high on emotions, high on the nuances and HRX Films is about creating that sweet spot that brings both of these together.” He explained, “Some big commercial films I have done are a community experience where you have the entire theatre clapping. But then there are some films that you watch just by yourself, and you feel fulfilled, you cry, and it changes you from the inside. It’s cathartic and that catharsis, shall I say, I never get in a highly commer...
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Manoj Bajpayee replaces Govinda in Bhagam Bhag 2: Report

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Bhagam Bhag 2 , the sequel to one of Bollywood’s enduring comedies, has seen a notable change in its cast as production advances toward a scheduled start. Reports emerging from industry sources indicate that Manoj Bajpayee will join stars Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal for the follow-up, while original cast member Govinda is not expected to return. The original Bhagam Bhag (2006) featured Akshay Kumar, Govinda and Paresh Rawal in memorable comic roles and became a cult favourite over the years. As the sequel moves closer to production, the casting list is shifting. According toa report by Variety India, acclaimed actor Manoj Bajpayee is set to take on a significant role alongside Kumar and Rawal. Govinda, who played one of the lead comic roles in the first film, is reportedly not part of the new instalment. The report noted that discussions with him did not materialise into a confirmed role for Bhagam Bhag 2 , and the casting change marks a departure from early expectations. The se...
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Farah Khan develops double-role concept for Shah Rukh Khan in Main Hoon Na 2: Report

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After the anticipation around Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film King reaches its peak, fresh reports suggest that the actor’s next project could be a sequel to one of his most beloved films, Main Hoon Na . According to an exclusive from Pinkvilla , discussions between Khan and filmmaker Farah Khan are progressing, pointing to Main Hoon Na 2 as a strong contender for his post- King slate. Shah Rukh Khan and Farah Khan to reunite If realised, this sequel would mark a reunion between Shah Rukh Khan and Farah Khan after nearly 12 years. Their collaborations in the past — including Om Shanti Om (2007) and Happy New Year (2014) — delivered significant box office results and helped define the commercial cinema of their respective eras. Sources quoted in the report say Farah Khan has devised an “exciting double-role concept” specifically for Khan. “Farah Khan has cracked an exciting double-role concept for Shah Rukh Khan, which has excited the superstar,” one insider told Pinkvilla . “Th...
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Vivek Oberoi files suit in Delhi HC against AI-generated misuse and fake social accounts

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Actor and entrepreneur Vivek Oberoi has approached the Delhi High Court, filing a civil suit seeking protection of his personality and publicity rights amid alleged widespread misuse of his identity through fake social media accounts, unauthorised merchandise and AI-generated content. In the petition filed through advocates Sana Raees Khan and Pranay Chitale, Oberoi asserts that his name, image, voice, likeness and other distinctive attributes associated with him are being exploited without his consent for commercial and other gains. The suit names entities such as Collector Bazar, ZoomMantra and Indiancontent among the defendants, alongside unidentified individuals labelled as John Doe. Oberoi’s legal team has sought a permanent injunction to restrain infringement of his personality rights, alleging that the defendants are actively impersonating him on platforms such as Instagram by operating fake accounts using his identity. The plea also highlights the sale of unauthorised mercha...
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Ranbir Kapoor confirms discussing “different ideas” with Sandeep Reddy Vanga amid Animal Part 3 buzz

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The much-anticipated sequel to the 2023 blockbuster Animal , titled Animal Park , is set to go on floors in mid-2027, director Sandeep Reddy Vanga has confirmed. The update came during a recent interaction, putting to rest speculation around the production timeline of the franchise’s next chapter. Interestingly, Ranbir Kapoor’s remarks about discussing multiple creative ideas come amid reports that Vanga may be planning a third instalment in the franchise. According to journalist Subhash K Jha, a source close to the development revealed that the filmmaker’s original vision has expanded during the writing process. “Vanga’s original plan was to tell the story in two films. But while writing the second part, he realised the narrative had far more depth and material than could be contained in just one more instalment. That’s when the possibility of a third part entered the picture,” the source was quoted as saying. Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga has already indicated that Animal Park wi...
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