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Anurag Kashyap REVEALS he has “detached” himself from Kennedy as Rahul Bhat-Sunny Leone starrer is yet to release: “I don’t want it to become like Black Friday”

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Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, known for his bold and unconventional storytelling, has recently opened up about the delays surrounding the release of his film Kennedy . Despite its premiere at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, the movie has yet to see the light of day. In a candid interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, Kashyap shared his frustration over the situation and revealed that multiple projects, including Kennedy , are stuck in limbo. Five of Anurag Kashyap’s Films Still Unreleased Kashyap, a pioneer in Indian cinema, revealed that five of his films are currently awaiting release. Among them, Kennedy remains the most notable, as it was well-received at international film festivals but still remains unreleased in India. Speaking about the film’s current status, Kashyap stated, “I have made five films that are lying unreleased. Where is Kennedy ? And whose hands is Kennedy in? It’s in the hands of some people who’ve never made films before.” He expressed frustration over the ...

Photos: Mouni Roy, Disha Patani, Aryan Khan and others snapped celebrating New Year

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Shah Rukh Khan REACTS to PM Narendra Modi’s announcement of WAVES 2025, calls it “occasion that champions and fosters creativity”: “It is with great anticipation that I look forward to”

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Actor Shah Rukh Khan has commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for the World Audio Visual Entertainment (WAVES) Summit 2025, emphasizing its potential to elevate India’s position in the global media and entertainment sector. Taking to social media platform X, the actor expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative and its contribution to fostering creativity and celebrating the industry’s role in the economy. Shah Rukh Khan’s Statement Reacting to PM Modi’s announcement, Shah Rukh Khan wrote, “It is with great anticipation that I look forward to WAVES—a film and entertainment world summit—to be held in our country itself. An occasion that celebrates our industry and acknowledges the role it plays in the Indian economy as well as its strength as a soft power… and above all, an occasion that champions and fosters creativity.” It is with great anticipation that I look forward to WAVES – a film and entertainment world summit – to be held in our country itself. An occasion that...

Kartik Aaryan buys two new properties in Mumbai’s Andheri: Report

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Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan is expanding his impressive property portfolio by purchasing two high-end properties in Andheri, Mumbai. With his rising success in the film industry, the actor is leveraging his increased financial standing to make strategic investments in both residential and commercial real estate. Details of the New Purchases According to a report by Mid-Day, Aaryan has been actively scouting properties with the assistance of veteran producer Anand Pandit. “Since a week, Pandit has been helping Kartik shop in Andheri for two properties—a high-end residential apartment and a commercial space of over 2,000 square feet,” revealed the source. A Look at Kartik Aaryan’s Existing Properties The actor already owns several properties across Mumbai, solidifying his position not only in Bollywood but also in the real estate market. Notably, he owns two luxurious apartments in Juhu, each priced at over Rs 17.5 crore. One of these apartments is currently rented out at an impre...

Photos: Kabir Bedi, Parveen Dusanj and others snapped at the inauguration of Dilip Mali’s art show Whispers of Nature

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Anurag Kashyap rejected Ravi Kishan for Gangs of Wasseypur due to “Eccentric Demands,” reveals actor as he speaks on missing out on cult-classic Film

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Popular actor and politician Ravi Kishan recently shared details about why he wasn’t part of Anurag Kashyap’s acclaimed film Gangs of Wasseypur . Speaking in an interview with Shubhankar Mishra on YouTube, Ravi Kishan revealed that he was considered for a role in the film but ultimately lost out due to rumors about his eccentric lifestyle. What Did Ravi Kishan Say About Milk Baths? During the interview, Ravi Kishan admitted that he used to bathe with milk. “I used to bathe in milk. I used to enjoy it. Somebody told this to Anurag Kashyap. I am an eccentric; that’s why I’m an artist. If I was a normal person, I would be working in an office, carrying a tiffin box to work,” he said. Why Did Anurag Kashyap Not Cast Ravi Kishan? Ravi Kishan explained that while some rumors about him were true, others weren’t. He revealed, “Anurag said that he didn’t have the budget for my demands, and that’s why I lost the film. Somebody spread some other rumors about me as well.” Reflecting on the mi...

EXCLUSIVE: DOUBLE celebration for Hrithik Roshan – superstar’s birthday and Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai’s re-release to coincide on January 10, 2025

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One of the most talented and handsome actors of Indian Cinema, Hrithik Roshan, will complete 25 years as an actor in the first month of the next year, that is, January 2025. His debut flick Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai was released on January 14, 2000, and it became a runaway success. Hrithik became an overnight star and continues to shine even today. To celebrate its momentous occasion, Hrithik and his father, producer-director Rakesh Roshan, are all set to re-release this much-loved film in cinemas. A source told Bollywood Hungama , “ Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai will re-release in cinemas on Friday, January 10, that is, the same week as its original release date. Mr Rakesh Roshan recently re-released his other cult film, Karan Arjun (1995), and yet again, he has decided not to leave any stone unturned. The prints have been re-mastered so that the film looks like a new product.” The source continued, “ Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai continues to remain relevant due to its subject, super-hit music, mass appea...

Salman Khan fan from Rajasthan distributes Being Human clothing worth Rs 6.35 lakhs to celebrate actor’s 59th birthday

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A devoted fan from Rajasthan marked Bollywood superstar Salman Khan’s 59th birthday with an extraordinary gesture, distributing Being Human clothing worth Rs 6.35 lakhs to those in need. The charitable act coincided with the brand’s special birthday discount campaign. Massive Distribution Drive Catches Social Media Attention A viral video captured the fan’s generous initiative, showing the distribution of Being Human clothing packages. The brand, owned by Salman Khan, had already announced a 50% discount across all merchandise from December 25-27 to celebrate the star’s birthday. “Bhai ka Budday hai, doston! Flat 50% OFF for every true-blue Salman fan – kyunki fandom ka asli swag Bhai ke saath hota hai!” read the official announcement from Being Human’s website, encouraging fans to celebrate their idol’s special day in style. Fan Community Responds with Warmth The gesture sparked positive reactions across social media platforms. “Jaisa Salman Khan waise hi unke fan,” commented on...

Gurinder Chadha on meeting Dr. Manmohan Singh, “He said, ‘It is my pleasure to meet you’, I was so touched”

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Filmmaker Gurinder Chadha, known for her works like Bend It Like Beckham, Bride And Prejudice, Viceroy’s House and others, recalled her experience of meeting Dr Manmohan Singh, India’s former Prime Minister who passed away recently, in an interview with us. When did you first become associated with Dr. Manmohan Singh and his wife? I had met his wife Gursharan (Kaur) at the G20 Summit at Downing Street, where I had been invited by Gordon Brown’s wife Sarah and we struck up a friendship. I had also met (Barack) Obama there with Michel Obama and Michelle Obama. It was a great evening. And you kept in touch with Mrs Manmohan Singh? Yes, we stayed in touch. She said when you’re in Delhi, please come and visit us. I didn’t get to meet Manmohan Singh at Downing Street. That day he was very busy. I think I met him briefly. But the next time when I was in Delhi during the making of my film  Viceroy’s House , I went to meet Mrs Singh at the Prime Minister’s resi...

Bigg Boss 18: Sara Arfeen Khan threatens to take legal action against Bigg Boss; gets eliminated from the show

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Bigg Boss 18, known for its drama, went on to garner much attention recently during the eviction of Sara Arfeen Khan. The actress-host came under the radar when she allegedly pushed and pulled co-contestants during a task and when Karan Veer Mehra attempted to stop her, Khan turned the tables and accused him of hurting her, further threatening to sue Bigg Boss for this. During a certain ski board task, where contestants were supposed to compete on a racecourse, Sara Arfeen Khan was disqualified which further agitated her and she was seen pulling and pushing contestants off the ski board, causing chaos during the activity. In the process, while Chum Darang was about to get hurt, Karan Veer Mehra tried to stop it by pulling Sara away from there, that left Khan extremely angry. During the same, the actress-host fell down and she went on to accuse Karan of causing the fall. Later, when she was confronted by Vivian DSena about the same, Sara insisted that she was scared and alone during ...

Mika Singh opened up about his ‘horrible experience’ of turning producer for a Bipasha Basu, Karan Singh Grover starrer web-series; says, “They created a lot of drama”

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Mika Singh, who is best known for his music and singing chops, attempted to experiment by turning producer. The singer confessed that despite many advising him against entering the world of production, Mika wanted to give a try and decided to start with a web-series starring Karan Singh Grover and Bipasha Basu titled Dangerous. However, the musician claimed that it was a ‘horrible’ experience and said that the actors created a lot of drama. During an interaction with KADAK YouTube channel, Mika Singh shared his experience of turning producer and revealed that his initial plan was to only cast Karan Singh Grover along with a fresh face. “I wanted to cast Karan Singh Grover and a newcomer girl so that the project remains under budget, and we make something nice, but Bipasha Basu jumped into it and was like, ‘We can both be part of this series’. They didn’t exceed the budget, but the experience was horrible,” he said during the interview. He further elaborated on why the experience tur...

#2024Recap: 19 most EMBARRASSING scenes and dialogues in Bollywood films this year

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Every year, we come across films that make us cringe from start to finish or have particular sequences or dialogues that make us want to bury our heads in shame.  Bollywood Hungama , in this special feature, collates a list of 19 such scenes and one-liners in Hindi films in 2024 that we felt were highly embarrassing. 1. Crakk The film had scenes that left us wondering ‘what just happened’. The interval point has Vidyut Jamwal’s character threatening to blow up a place, which is rigged with bombs everywhere, leading to tension among others. And he does press the switch of the detonator. We feared he and others present with him – Arjun Rampal, Amy Jackson, etc. – will be blown to smithereens. However, the bombs exploded in the whole area except for the exact area where the trio were standing! 2. Yodha The film went into a Nolan level of filmmaking category during the intermission point and also gave a feeling that Sidharth Malhotra’s character probably is a schizophrenic who h...

With Pushpa 2, Allu Arjun inaugurates Rs. 700 crore club 16 years after father Allu Aravind inaugurated Rs. 100 crore club with Ghajini: “It’s an extraordinary coincidence with both father and son setting benchmarks”

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When sixteen years ago the blockbuster Ghajini , co-produced by Allu Aravind and Madhu Mantena, became the first Indian film to touch the Rs. 100 crores mark, no trade pundit could have predicted that eighteen years later Allu Arjun would be poised to incept the Rs. 1000 crores club with  Pushpa 2: The Rule . Said filmmaker Shoojit Sircar, “Congratulations to both. Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to see either milestone films. But this is a huge achievement. These box office figures will help us generate more films and more job opportunities.” Speaking on the combined achievement of father and son, sound designer Resul Pookutty said, “People say son take the father’s legacy ahead. This is exactly what we see the father and son do. I remember Allu Arjun standing around my sound cart with wonderment, when we were doing sync sound for Ghajini , which was a rare thing in mainstream cinema at that time. Today, he chose to do the same when Allu Arjun w...

Photos: Nora Fatehi, Ayushmann Khurrana, Tamannaah Bhatia and others snapped at Manish Malhotra’s house in Bandra

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Manmohan Singh passes away at 92: Bhumi Pednekar, Madhuri Dixit, Sanjay Dutt, and others pay heartfelt tributes

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India mourns the loss of its former Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, who passed away on December 26 at the age of 92. Known for his remarkable contributions to India’s economic reforms and his tenure as the Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014, Dr. Singh’s demise marks the end of an era. The news of his passing sent shockwaves across the nation, with political leaders, citizens, and entertainment industry members expressing their grief and paying homage to his legacy. Bollywood celebrities were quick to share their condolences and memories of the visionary leader. Bollywood Reacts to the Loss Bhumi Pednekar says, “His legacy will inspire us forever”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Bhumi Pednekar (@bhumipednekar) Nikita Dutta recalls sharing a wall with Manmohan Singh in Janapath He was probably the main reason my father convinced me to pick economics as my subject of major in college. Inspite of knowing I can nev...

Photos: Celebrating Salman Khan: A star-studded birthday bash

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Orry joins Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love And War; Deepika Padukone to make a cameo appearance

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Sanjay Leela Bhansali, known for his grand cinematic vision and compelling storytelling, is set to take audiences on a journey of passion and resilience with his upcoming magnum opus, Love And War . The film, already generating significant buzz, stars Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, and Alia Bhatt in pivotal roles. Adding to the excitement, Orhan Awatramani, popularly known as Orry, has joined the ensemble cast, while Deepika Padukone is set to make a cameo appearance, marking her continued association with the filmmaker. Orry, a socialite and budding actor, has bagged a significant role in the film. He will be portraying a homosexual character who shares a close bond with Alia Bhatt’s character, a cabaret dancer navigating the complexities of life and love during tumultuous times. Orry’s role is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the narrative, exploring themes of friendship, acceptance, and identity. This marks a bold and exciting move for Orry as he steps into the limelight u...

“Anil Kapoor didn’t bathe for 2-3 days after shooting his first film,” reveals Boney Kapoor; recalls former doing pull-ups to increase his height

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Producer Boney Kapoor recently opened up about his younger days and shared insights into his brother Anil Kapoor’s early struggles in the film industry. Speaking about Anil’s dedication and passion for acting, Boney revealed quirky and inspiring anecdotes that highlight the veteran actor’s determination to succeed. Skipping Baths for Stardom In an interview with ABP, Boney Kapoor recalled a time when Anil Kapoor refrained from bathing for 2-3 days after shooting his first film. “Anil always wanted to become an actor. When he was in school, he played the child version of Shashi Kapoor. He was so passionate that he didn’t bathe for 2-3 days because he didn’t want the makeup to come off. He wanted everyone to know he had become an actor,” shared Boney. Struggles and Hard Work Boney Kapoor further revealed that Anil’s path to success was anything but easy. “He struggled a lot. He played a role in Ek Baar Kaho as the sidekick of the second hero. He also worked in Telugu and Kannada fi...

Kriti Sanon’s Christmas 2024: MS Dhoni dons Santa suit, rumoured beau Kabir Bahia joins celebration; see pics!

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Former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni brought festive cheer to Kriti Sanon’s Christmas celebration by surprising guests as Santa Claus. The intimate gathering, which included Sanon’s rumored boyfriend Kabir Bahia and his family, offered a glimpse into the star-studded holiday festivities through social media posts. A Special Santa for Ziva The World Cup-winning captain, who dressed up as Santa Claus for his daughter Ziva, became the highlight of the celebration. Photos shared on Instagram captured Dhoni in full Santa attire, spreading joy and maintaining his reputation as India’s favorite Santa, both on and off the cricket field. Inside the Celebrity Christmas Gathering Kriti Sanon shared a carousel of images on her Instagram, featuring moments from the celebration. The actress was photographed posing with Dhoni in his festive costume and was also captured in front of a Christmas tree, sporting a Santa hat.   View this post on Instagram ...