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Kangana Ranaut calls nursing the “most sexualised profession”; says nurses deserve greater respect

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As Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata gears up for its theatrical release on June 12, actress Kangana Ranaut has spoken about the need to change society’s perception of nurses and healthcare support staff. The actor, who plays a nurse in the upcoming period crime thriller, said the profession is often overlooked despite its critical role in the healthcare system. The film is inspired by true events surrounding the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks and focuses on the courage displayed by medical staff at Mumbai’s Cama and Albless Hospital. Rather than centering on conventional heroes, the story highlights the contributions of nurses, ward boys and hospital workers who continued serving patients during one of the country’s darkest nights. In an exclusive conversation with ANI, Kangana reflected on how nurses are viewed in society and expressed hope that the film can help bring about a change. “Badlaav hona chahiye logon ke jo bhaav hai unke liye usme badlaav hona chahiye (We wan...

Rakesh Roshan shuts down reports of Hrithik Roshan-YRF budget clash over Krrish 4: “There are no issues”

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The development of Krrish 4 has been under intense scrutiny ever since reports surfaced claiming there were disagreements between Hrithik Roshan and Yash Raj Films over the film’s budget. However, filmmaker Rakesh Roshan has now firmly dismissed such speculation, calling the reports baseless and reiterating that the ambitious superhero project is progressing smoothly. Over the past few months, industry chatter suggested that Hrithik Roshan, who is set to make his directorial debut with Krrish 4 , was keen on mounting the film on a massive scale with world-class visual effects and action sequences. Reports further claimed that while Hrithik envisioned a budget of around Rs 500 crores, Yash Raj Films preferred to keep production costs closer to Rs 350 crores to ensure commercial viability. Addressing these rumours, Rakesh Roshan told Mid-Day, “It’s all nonsense that Hrithik has asked for a Rs 500 crore budget for top-tier VFX and world-class action for his directorial debut, whi...

Photos: Anil Kapoor, Hema Malini, Sajid Nadiadwala, Anu Malik and others attend late Pahlaj Nihalani’s prayer meet

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EXCLUSIVE: The Pahlaj Nihalani story nobody is talking about – how he helped Ranbir Kapoor avoid a MASSIVE penalty during Jagga Jasoos’ release

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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 Varanasi has a 30-minute sequence from Ramayana,’ reveals writer Vijayendra Prasad: “Spellbound”

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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 ...

Peddi filmmaker Buchi Babu Sana issues apology after viewers call out Janhvi Kapoor’s hypersexualisation; promises to make changes in “concerned portions”

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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...

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey to open IMAX ticket sales in India from June 8

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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...