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Vicky Kaushal calls Dhurandhar The Revenge “nothing short of gold standard”: “You deserve every bit of this success”

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Vicky Kaushal recently shared his reaction after watching Dhurandhar The Revenge , congratulating the film’s team through a heartfelt Instagram story. The actor praised director Aditya Dhar and the entire cast and crew, calling the film a benchmark in craft and sincerity. Sharing his appreciation publicly, Vicky wrote, “#DhurandharTheRevenge @adityadharfilms !!! I’m so shook, so proud and in absolute awe of the craft, hard work and sincerity with which you have made this film. Nothing short of gold standard. You deserve every bit of this success. Congratulations bhai ” He also applauded lead actor Ranveer Singh’s performance, adding, “@ranveersingh you inspire me brother. Your finesse and flare as an actor is unmatched. Honsla Eendhan Badla ” Continuing his note, Vicky praised other members of the cast and crew as well. He wrote, “@actormaddy Sir you were a joy to watch! @therakeshbedi Sir tussi kamaal ho. Big hug! @mustafa_thebull_ahmed Swaad aa gaya! @shivkumarpanicker genius ed...

Photos: Malaika Arora, Bhumi Pednekar, Avneet Kaur and others snapped at Grazia Fashion awards 2026

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Arjun Rampal gets emotional after Dhurandhar success; says “I am over the moon” as fans and industry shower praise

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Arjun Rampal is currently basking in widespread appreciation for his performance as a menacing antagonist in Dhurandhar The Revenge . As the film continues to gain traction among audiences, the actor took to social media to reflect on his journey in the film industry and express gratitude for the overwhelming love coming his way. Sharing a heartfelt video that traces his evolution from his debut film to his latest one, Arjun offered fans a nostalgic glimpse into his career. The montage featured moments from his early days to his current avatar, highlighting the perseverance that has defined his path in Bollywood. He captioned the video, “From playing cowboys as kids, to landing my first film #moksha to #Dhurandhar I am blessed to have been with everyone who was part of the journey.” The actor went on to thank his fans, collaborators, and industry colleagues who have supported him throughout his journey. “Thank you my dearest fan family for sticking with me on the ride, thank you to ...

Ranbir Kapoor calls Lord Ram ‘Maryada Purushottam’, shares powerful insight at Ramayana screening in Los Angeles

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Ranbir Kapoor and filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari have headed to the United States ahead of a key promotional milestone for their ambitious film Ramayana . The duo recently hosted a special screening of a major film asset in Los Angeles, where Kapoor, who essays the role of Lord Ram, shared his perspective on portraying one of the most revered figures in Indian mythology. During an interactive session at the event, Ranbir Kapoor reflected on the timeless significance of Lord Ram and the values he embodies. “Lord Ram has been the conscience keeper of billions of people around the globe for centuries and he will continue being so even a long after we’ve gone. He enlightens us about the triumph of the human spirit in terms of adversities. He stands for compassion, for courage, for righteousness, for forgiveness and he’s called Maryada Purushottam which stands for an ideal man”. The event comes just days ahead of a major Ramayana asset launch scheduled to take place in India on April 2, buildi...

Tiger Shroff reveals struggle with aerophobia; says “I have anxiety days before boarding a flight”

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Known for his high-octane action and gravity-defying dance moves, Tiger Shroff recently opened up about a lesser-known, deeply personal challenge—his fear of flying. In a candid conversation with YouTuber Lilly Singh, the actor spoke about his struggle with aerophobia and how it continues to affect his life and work. “I’m actually planning to go to a therapist because I have aerophobia. A couple of years ago, I was on a very turbulent flight and… I don’t have control over a turbulent flight, right? What do I do? Ever since then, every time I have to board a flight, I have anxiety a couple of days prior. For some reason, I’m still not able to get over that,” Tiger shared, reflecting on the incident that triggered his fear. Despite being aware of the logic and reassurances around air travel safety, the actor admitted that rational thinking often takes a backseat during moments of turbulence. “The statistics say that flying is the safest means of transport. I have spoken to many pilots...

Zayed Khan reacts to criticism over Zarine Khan’s Hindu funeral: ‘Her last wish mattered most’

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Actor Zayed Khan has finally addressed the backlash surrounding the last rites of his mother, Zarine Khan, who passed away in Mumbai in November last year at the age of 81 due to age-related ailments. The visuals of Zayed performing her funeral rituals as per Hindu traditions had sparked debate online, given Zarine’s Parsi roots and her marriage into a Muslim family. Now, speaking about the criticism, Zayed has made it clear that the decision was guided solely by his mother’s final wish. In a recent interview, Zayed spoke emotionally about his family’s belief system, emphasizing that religion is deeply personal and not something to be judged externally. “We as a family find religion to be something very personal to you, and how you want to approach it, and not something which is better and which is worse. These are not things that are good to say. We define ourselves by being a very secular family, and we don’t need to say why,” he said. Highlighting the values he grew up with, Zay...

BREAKING: Drishyam’s Spanish remake to go on floors in June

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In February 2024, it was announced that Drishyam is all set to have remakes in foreign languages. This huge development was confirmed by Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak, who acquired the international remake rights to Drishyam 1 and 2 from the original producers, Aashirvad Cinemas. At the time, it was revealed that remakes in the USA and Korea were already in the works, while the deal for the Spanish version was being finalized. Almost two years later, it has now come to light that the Spanish remake of Drishyam is all set to go on floors in a few months from now. As per a report in Bombay Times, Rodrigo Espinel, who will produce Drishyam ’s Spanish remake, confirmed at the ongoing International Film Festival of Delhi that the shoot of the film will commence in June. He said, “It’s an interesting story because my partner is a Mexican producer who bought the IP rights, and he called us because Spain has wonderful tax incentives. The concept can be adapted perfectly to Spanis...

Sonam Kapoor and Anand Ahuja welcome second baby boy; announce arrival with heartfelt note

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Actor Sonam Kapoor Ahuja and her husband Anand Ahuja have welcomed their second child, a baby boy, on March 29, 2026. The couple took to Instagram on Sunday to share the happy news with their followers and well-wishers. The heartfelt message read, “With immense gratitude and hearts full of love, we are delighted to announce the arrival of our baby boy today, 29th of March 2026. Our family has grown, and with his arrival, our hearts have expanded in the most beautiful way. Vayu is overjoyed to welcome his little brother, and we feel deeply blessed by this precious new life who has filled our home with happiness and grace. We are grateful to begin this beautiful new chapter as a family of four”. They signed off by saying, “With love, Sonam, Anand & Vayu”. Soon after the announcement, several members of the film industry flooded the comments section with congratulatory messages, including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kajol, Bipasha Basu, Dia Mirza, Parineeti Chopra, Zoya Akhtar, Kajal Agga...

EXCLUSIVE: Aejaz Gulab reveals why Maatrubhumi had an additional shoot: “Makers wanted to film introduction scenes of some characters”; adds, “It was Apoorva Lakhia’s DREAM to work with Salman Khan; he was trying for it for a long time”

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Action director Aejaz Gulab has received a lot of accolades for his work in Dhurandhar The Revenge . He began his journey assisting action directors in 1989 and became a full-fledged action director in 2007 with Shootout At Lokhandwala . It was directed by Apoorva Lakhia, who’s now gearing up for his next, Maatrubhumi , starring Salman Khan. Aejaz Gulab is also a part of the upcoming war drama and in an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama , he spoke about the same. Aejaz Gulab said, “Apoorva and I assisted in Lagaan (2001). I worked on his films like Ek Ajnabee (2005), Shootout At Lokhandwala (2007) and Haseena Parkar (2017). The kind of rapport I have with Mohit Suri, I also have with Apoorva. I was very happy when he told me that ‘Salman ke saath apne ko film karni hai’ . It was his dream to work with Salman Khan. He had been trying to make it happen for a long time, but it wasn’t falling into place. With Maatrubhumi , however, things finally worked out. Bahut dil laga ...

Prasanth Varma’s Mahakali to also release in Hindi following Akshaye Khanna’s popularity after Dhurandhar

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Akshaye Khanna is being very selective after  Dhurandhar , as he used to be even before his resurrection. In his next release Mahakali , Akshaye Khanna plays Shukracharya, a manipulative sage, marking his entry into Tollywood. The film, part of the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU), is directed by Puja Aparna Kolluru. Said producer Prashanth Varma, “We had signed Akshaye Sir much before Dhurandhar . He is the highlight of Mahakali .” Varma intends to highlight Akshay Khanna’s presence in the North Hindi speaking belt. Earlier, the plan was to release Mahakali in Telugu only. But now after Dhurandhar , there will be a Hindi version highlighting Akshaye Khanna in the marketing. Also Read: Feroz Abbas Khan on birthday boy Akshaye Khanna’s performance in Gandhi My Father, “His emotional investment to play the part was palpable, he has made Harilal memorable in cinema” The post Prasanth Varma’s Mahakali to also release in Hindi following Akshaye Khanna’s popularity after D...

Dhurandhar The Revenge Box Office: Surpasses Baahubali: The Conclusion in North America

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In a historic box office milestone, Dhurandhar The Revenge has rewritten the record books in North America, emerging as the highest-grossing Indian film in the region. The film has surpassed the long-standing benchmark set by Baahubali: The Conclusion , effectively ending its 9-year reign at the top in the USA and Canada market. Dhurandhar The Revenge has not only crossed but comfortably overtaken the lifetime earnings of Baahubali: The Conclusion , a film that was widely considered untouchable in overseas circuits, particularly in North America. The record, which stood firm since 2017, has now been shattered. What makes this achievement even more remarkable is the scale at which Dhurandhar The Revenge has connected with the diaspora audience. With packed theatres, strong repeat value, and positive word-of-mouth, the film has sustained an exceptional run, outperforming expectations. The success to this can be attributed to a combination of high-octane storytelling, grand visuals...

Alia Bhatt seeks parenting advice from Sadhguru for daughter Raha during Chennai interaction

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Jaggi Vasudev, widely known as Sadhguru, recently interacted with Alia Bhatt during a conversation in Chennai, where the actor spoke about parenting concerns and sought his perspective on raising children. In a video from the interaction, Alia asked him, “Your one advice to a parent who’s worried if they’re being a good parent would be?” Responding with a smile, Sadhguru said, “A worried parent is not a good parent.” As the audience reacted with laughter, Alia replied, “I don’t think you can take worry out of it. I think you’d admit.” The exchange drew attention online as the actor rarely speaks publicly about parenting her daughter, Raha Kapoor. Alia and Ranbir Kapoor began dating during the making of Brahmastra and confirmed their relationship in 2018. The couple married in an intimate ceremony at their Mumbai home in April 2022 and welcomed their daughter in November the same year. While Alia initially shared a few photographs after revealing Raha’s face publicly on her first b...

Karan Johar says Dhurandhar The Revenge reminds him of “pure solid Hindi cinema”; lauds Ranveer Singh’s “career best” performance and “naya director” Aditya Dhar

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Dhurandhar The Revenge has continued to dominate conversations across social media and the trade ever since its release on March 19. Whether admired or debated, the film has remained firmly in the spotlight while setting multiple box office benchmarks along the way. Adding to the growing chorus of appreciation, filmmaker Karan Johar recently shared an extensive note praising the film’s storytelling, performances and technical execution. Taking to social media, Johar highlighted that the conversation around the film goes far beyond its surface themes. He pointed to the emotional backstory of the character Jaskirat, the sacrifices made for the nation, and the layered portrayal of even the antagonist as some of the film’s strongest aspects. He also praised the overall craft and soundscape, calling the film a reflection of director Aditya Dhar’s command over mainstream cinema. Johar described Dhar as a filmmaker who not only raises the bar but also creates a new one with each outing. H...

Photos: Khushi Kapoor, Ayaan Agnihotri and Meezaan Jafri snapped in Bandra

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Ramayana Update: Namit Malhotra announces ‘Rama’ glimpse release date on Hanuman Jayanti; global fan reveal planned

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The upcoming cinematic adaptation of the Ramayana continues to build momentum as producer Namit Malhotra confirmed a major update regarding the film’s promotional rollout. The first glimpse titled ‘Rama’ is set to be unveiled on April 2, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Hanuman Jayanti, and will be marked by a grand global reveal for fans. The announcement came as Malhotra shared a note on social media on the occasion of Ram Navami, on Thursday, March 26, offering insight into the vision and effort behind the ambitious project. In his message, he wished everyone and said, “Shubh Rama Navami. This is a story that belongs to all of us, and every step we take has been guided by a deep sense of responsibility, devotion, and care to bring our very own Ramayana to life in its truest spirit and scale with utmost sincerity. we look forward to sharing the next glimpse, ‘Rama’ On 2nd April, On the auspicious occasion of Hanuman Jayanti, as we begin to showcase all these years of ou...

Photos: Farhan Akhtar, Shibani Dandekar and others attend ISSHO launch event

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Bhushan Kumar, Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri announce Operation Sindoor, film based on India’s deep strikes inside Pakistan

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In a significant development, producer Bhushan Kumar and filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri have joined forces to announce their next ambitious project, Operation Sindoor . Backed by T-Series and I Am Buddha Productions, the film will be directed by Agnihotri. The film is based on the book ‘Operation Sindoor: The Untold Story of India’s Deep Strikes Inside Pakistan’ by Lt Gen K.J.S. ‘Tiny’ Dhillon (Retd), and aims to bring to the screen a story rooted in military strategy, courage and national security. Drawing inspiration from the codename of India’s targeted strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, the film seeks to capture what is described as a defining moment in India’s strategic history. According to the makers, the narrative also serves as a response to the tragic 2025 Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, where several innocent civilians, most of them tourists, lost their lives. The film intends to explore the events that followed, pre...

Vicky Kaushal, Kangana Ranaut and others shower love on Dhurandhar franchise; applaud Aditya Dhar and his work

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As the buzz around Dhurandhar: The Revenge continues to grow, several Bollywood celebrities have come forward to praise the film and its team. The second and final chapter of the franchise, directed by Aditya Dhar, has struck a chord with audiences since its theatrical release on March 19, quickly emerging as a major box office success. At the International Film Festival of Delhi (IFFD), actors including Vicky Kaushal, Kangana Ranaut and Vivek Oberoi shared their thoughts on the film, highlighting its impact and storytelling. Vicky Kaushal expressed his excitement about the film’s reception and shared that he is looking forward to watching it soon. In a video posted by ANI, he said, “I am just loving how Dhurandhar is working. I loved the first part. I am yet to watch the second part. But, Aditya is a great filmmaker. He got a great cast together and I am so happy that the film is getting so much love from everyone. And I can’t wait to catch this. As soon as I go back to Mumbai, I ...

Photos: Kajol, Ananya Panday, Rani Mukerji Nushrratt Bharuccha and others attend Women In Entertainment Award 2026

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Ram Gopal Varma says industry may “pray at Tirupati and Vaishno Devi” for a film to break Dhurandhar’s record

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Ever since the release of Dhurandhar on December 5, 2025, followed by its sequel Dhurandhar The Revenge, the action spy duology directed by Aditya Dhar has continued to receive strong responses from audiences. Along with fans, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has been among the most vocal supporters of the duology and its growing box office momentum. Now, reacting to the film’s record-breaking performance, Ram Gopal Varma suggested that the industry may look towards upcoming big releases such as Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown Ups to challenge the dominance of Dhurandhar: The Revenge at the box office. Ram Gopal Varma on Toxic breaking Dhurandhar 2 record Speaking to NDTV, Ram Gopal Varma said, “Annoyed isn’t the right word, but they won’t like it, because all those folks will band together to pray at Tirupati and Vaishno Devi so that their film can break Dhurandhar’s record. Now, that’s their only lifeline. Your saviour thing is only that now. So I think everyone will pray to God for To...

Photos: Shraddha Kapoor snapped in Bandra

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Drishyam 3 pushed to May 21, 2026; Mohanlal to celebrate 66th birthday with Georgekutty’s final chapter

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The makers of Drishyam 3 have officially pushed the release date of the much-anticipated thriller, with Mohanlal confirming that the film will now hit theatres on May 21, 2026. The announcement not only marks a change in schedule from its earlier April 2 release but also adds a celebratory layer, as the new date coincides with the superstar’s 66th birthday. Sharing a striking new poster featuring his iconic character Georgekutty, Mohanlal teased the film’s tone with a cryptic message, hinting at unresolved past secrets and looming consequences. The announcement has quickly generated excitement among fans, who now have an added reason to celebrate the film’s arrival. According to industry buzz, the decision to postpone the release was taken keeping in mind the current geopolitical climate in the Gulf region, a key overseas market for Malayalam cinema. The revised release date is also being seen as a strategic move to maximise global reach while turning the film’s debut into a landma...