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EXCLUSIVE: Vinod Bachchan promises Ginny Wedss Sunny 2 is a clean entertainer that can be watched with family: “It’s like a Rajshri film”; reveals why romcom was postponed from April 2 to April 24: “Poori industry Dhurandhar se dari hui thi”

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A day before the release of Ginny Wedss Sunny 2 , producer Vinod Bachchan spoke exclusively to Bollywood Hungama about the film’s theme, why he prefers to make clean family entertainers and a lot more. Ginny Wedss Sunny 2 is all set to release tomorrow. As a producer, what’s going through your mind right now? I am very happy that, in times of crisis, I, as an individual producer, can bring my film to audiences in cinemas. Hence, it’s a cause for celebration (smiles). Ginny Weds Sunny (2020) had a direct-to-OTT release, while Ginny Wedss Sunny 2 will have a theatrical release. It’s quite a rare occurrence. Did you ever think of releasing the second part directly on OTT? Even the first part was meant for theatres. But due to the Covid-induced lockdown, there was no way we could have brought the film to cinemas. Meanwhile, Netflix gave us an offer to release the film directly on their platform, and I accepted it. Ginny Weds Sunny was quite liked and it trended very well for nea...

Anupam Kher opens up on selling Mumbai properties bought by Alia Bhatt; explains why he prefers rented homes

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Veteran actor Anupam Kher recently opened up about an important life decision — selling his properties in Mumbai and embracing a rental lifestyle instead. During a candid conversation on Zindagi With Richa, the actor explained why owning a house no longer felt meaningful to him and how simplifying life became a conscious choice rather than a financial necessity. Speaking about the shift, Anupam Kher said, “Kirron (Kher) and I moved to a different place, and it took us four years to find it. Then she became an MP and shifted to Chandigarh. At one point, I wondered why we were even searching so hard for a house. So we just started living simply.” The actor made it clear that the decision had nothing to do with money troubles. Instead, it stemmed from changing priorities and the realization that renting often comes with fewer complications than owning property. His remarks reflect a growing mindset among many urban homeowners who prefer flexibility over long-term commitments. Anupam K...

Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia Deshmukh appointed brand ambassadors of Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation for five years

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The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) has appointed actor couple Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia Deshmukh as its new brand ambassadors for a period of five years. The announcement was made through an official release on Wednesday, with the duo expected to participate in campaigns focused on road safety, passenger awareness and social messaging. The agreement formalising their appointment was signed at Mantralaya in the presence of Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde and Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik, who also serves as chairman of MSRTC. Officials stated that Riteish and Genelia will actively support outreach initiatives undertaken by the public transport body in the coming years. MSRTC is the country’s largest state-run road transport corporation, operating a fleet of more than 16,000 buses with a workforce of approximately 86,000 employees. The network serves over 55 lakh passengers every day across Maharashtra. Speaking to the media after the announcement, Ritei...

Photos: Malaika Arora, Chitrangda Singh, Huma Qureshi, Karan Johar and others grace the Global Spa Awards 2026

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EXCLUSIVE: Sayani Gupta reveals her Glory role was special because of Bhupen Hazarika connection; reacts to fake Jab Harry Met Sejal cameo claim: “Did you see me in the film? Was I playing a tree?”

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Sayani Gupta may be selective about the projects she takes on, but whenever she signs a film or show, it instantly becomes something to watch out for. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama , the talented and vivacious actress opened up about her experience of working on the upcoming web series Glory and much more. The trailer launch of Glory was exciting as it featured a live boxing match featuring Pulkit Samrat and real-life boxer Neeraj Goyat. When did you learn that such an exciting plan was in place for the trailer event? I learned about it a few days ago. We learn very late. Humein toh bas attendance deni padti hai (laughs)! On a serious note, they were very sweet. I got a call from the Netflix team and they explained their plan. It sounded cool. And the way they pulled it off was insane. It was such a well-put-together show. It was fun as well as scary because the punches were real. They both got hit. Pulkit got a few punches on his jaw and he had to get physio...

Shraddha Kapoor joins Aamir Khan in Rahul Mody’s Ashneer Grover biopic: Report

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Actor Shraddha Kapoor is reportedly set to play Madhuri Jain Grover in the upcoming biopic on BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover, which is expected to feature Aamir Khan in the lead role. Filmmaker Rahul Mody is developing the film. According to a report by Mid-Day, Kapoor has been associated with the project since its early stages. A source told the publication that it had been decided early in development that she would play the female lead and had closely followed the screenplay’s evolution over time. The film is reportedly based on Grover’s journey as an entrepreneur and the controversies surrounding his exit from BharatPe in 2022, when allegations surfaced that he and members of his family had misused company funds. Madhuri Jain Grover had served as the company’s Head of Controls before her termination the same year. Mody has been working on the screenplay for nearly three years. The filmmaker previously contributed as a writer to Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety (2018). He is also rum...

32 years of Anjaam EXCLUSIVE: “Wrote Madhuri Dixit’s dialogues keeping Amitabh Bachchan in mind,” reveals Rumy Jafry, also says the actress deserved an award for this film instead of Hum Aapke Hain Koun…! that year

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Filmmaker Rahul Rawail’s Madhuri Dixit Nene, Shah Rukh Khan and Deepak Tijori starrer Anjaam completed 32 years today. The film was about the extreme heights a wealthy businessman (Khan) goes to win the girl (Dixit) he is obsessed with. On the film’s anniversary, veteran writer and filmmaker Rumy Jafry, who wrote its dialogues, shared some interesting memories attached to the movie in an exclusive chat with Bollywood Hungama . Amitabh Bachchan connection in Madhuri Dixit’s dialogues Anjaam saw Madhuri play an air hostess Shivani Chopra who is accused of a crime she didn’t commit. She later fights back to avenge the wrong done to her. Jafry said that he used an interesting strategy to write dialogues for Madhuri’s character. “For the part in the second half where she goes onto the revenge mode, I used to close my eyes and imagine Amitabh Bachchan in that scene. Then I used to write the line and change the gender,” he said. “Madhuri Dixit deserved an award for this film instead of ...

“Majha mulga aahe hi”: Boman Irani lauds Riteish Deshmukh’s vision at Raja Shivaji trailer launch; calls it “spectacle”

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Actor Boman Irani shared his admiration for Riteish Deshmukh and his vision for the upcoming historical drama Raja Shivaji at the film’s trailer launch event held in Mumbai on April 20. Speaking at the star-studded gathering, Irani recalled how he came on board the film in an unexpected manner. He joked, “I didn’t even say yes to this film, I wasn’t even asked! I was just told, ‘What are you doing on the 30th? I’ll send you the address.’” He also shared a moment from his first day on set, revealing that Riteish Deshmukh had given him a rather unusual instruction regarding his appearance. Irani said with a laugh, “He said if I wore makeup, I’d look too young. He wanted me to look like an actual old man for my role as a Baba.” Alongside the humour, Irani expressed warmth for the actor-director and spoke about their bond. He said, “Majha mulga aahe hi. I love him like my own son… though he speaks to me as if I’m his!”   View this post on Instagram ...

Sooraj Barjatya & Mahaveer Jain to unveil title and release date of Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari starrer

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In what is being described as one of Hindi cinema’s most eagerly awaited announcements of the year, veteran filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya and Mahaveer Jain are set to reveal the title and release date of his upcoming film today a project that has been shrouded in deliberate, masterful secrecy for months. The film, produced jointly by Rajshri Productions the house that Barjatya built into a byword for wholesome Indian storytelling and Mahaveer Jain, is understood to be a sweeping family entertainer, a genre the director has elevated and made entirely his own across a career spanning three decades. At the heart of this highly anticipated project is a headline-grabbing pairing, National Award-winning actor Ayushmann Khurrana alongside the fast-rising Sharvari, whose star trajectory has made her one of the most sought-after talents in contemporary Bollywood. Their combination has already ignited fervent speculation among fans and trade observers alike. Perhaps equally thrilling for music l...

Karan Johar calls Matka King “the perfect binge” as he praises Vijay Varma’s latest show

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Filmmaker Karan Johar has shared his appreciation for Vijay Varma’s latest web series Matka King, calling it an engaging watch soon after its streaming debut on Prime Video. Taking to Instagram, he wrote, “What a show!!!! The perfect BINGE!!!! Congratulations to the entire team of #matkaking..you can’t miss it.” Matka King began streaming on Prime Video on April 17 and has since been drawing attention across platforms. The series is directed by Nagraj Manjule, known for his acclaimed films Fandry, Sairat, and Jhund. It is created and written by Abhay Koranne. Alongside Vijay Varma, the series features an ensemble cast including Kritika Kamra, Sai Tamhankar, Siddharth Jadhav, Bhupendra Jadawat, and Gulshan Grover. The extended cast includes Vineet Kumar Singh, Bharat Jadhav, Girish Kulkarni, Jamie Lever, Kishor Kadam, Cyrus Sahukar, Arpita Sethia, Sambhaji Tangade, Ishtiyak Khan, and Simran Ashwini. The show is currently trending across streaming charts, with Vijay Varma also ackno...

Kritika Kamra, Vijay Varma discuss on-set equation as Matka King streams

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As Matka King continues to find its audience on streaming, its lead performances by Vijay Varma and Kritika Kamra have become part of the ongoing conversation around the show. In a recent interview, Kritika spoke about Vijay’s approach to acting, noting that he tends to focus more on the requirements of a scene than on individual prominence. “Vijay is a really sharp actor, and someone who plays for the scene and not himself. I think this comes from his training, curiosity and giving nature,” she said. She added that this made the process of working together relatively uncomplicated, as both actors could respond to the material without overplanning their performances. Vijay, meanwhile, shared his experience of working with Kritika during the show’s promotional interactions. He pointed out that she often introduced small changes in her performance across takes, which meant that scenes rarely played out in exactly the same way. According to him, this required constant attention and ad...

Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan and Genelia Deshmukh promote Raja Shivaji on Bigg Boss Marathi 6; actor opens up about the role of Salman Khan in the film

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The grand finale of Bigg Boss Marathi 6 witnessed a major entertainment moment as Riteish Vilasrao Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, and Genelia Deshmukh made a special appearance to promote their upcoming historical epic Raja Shivaji . The trio brought star power to the explosive finale while interacting with contestants and the Bigg Boss family, making the episode a memorable one for viewers. During the show, Riteish Deshmukh also dropped a surprise revelation that instantly grabbed attention. Speaking about the film, the actor-filmmaker shared that Salman Khan will be seen playing a major role in Raja Shivaji . The announcement has further heightened curiosity around the ambitious project, which is already one of the most talked-about releases of the year. Abhishek Bachchan, who essays the role of Sambhaji Shahaji Bhosle in the film, also spoke passionately about the project and praised Riteish’s vision. The actor expressed confidence that audiences would feel immense pride after wat...

Allu Arjun to shift base to Mumbai for the Atlee film Raaka? Pushpa star reportedly makes major move for Deepika Padukone starrer

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Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone’s upcoming collaboration with director Atlee has already created strong buzz among moviegoers. Ever since the makers announced the title Raaka earlier this month, fans have been eager to know more about the ambitious project, which is said to be mounted on a massive scale. Now, fresh reports suggest that Allu Arjun may be preparing for a major lifestyle change to fully commit to the film. According to circulating reports, the Pushpa star is expected to shift his base from Hyderabad to Mumbai for the next couple of years while work on Raaka progresses. If true, it would mark a significant move for the actor, who has long been based in Hyderabad with his family. The reported reason behind the decision is practical as well as professional. With the film said to require extensive preparation, rigorous schedules, and a long production timeline, Allu Arjun is believed to be keen on avoiding constant travel between cities. Instead of flying back and forth...

EXCLUSIVE: Final version of Dhurandhar The Revenge’s song ‘Mann Atkeya’ was recorded a day before release; singer Vaibhav Gupta shares fascinating trivia: “I took 15 minutes to record the final version”

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The biggest hit of Hindi cinema – Dhurandhar The Revenge – ends on a novel note, showing the protagonist undergoing immense training while the song ‘Destiny – Mann Atkeya’ plays in the background. The song is sung by 21-year-old Vaibhav Gupta. He won Indian Idol 14 in 2024 and with this popular song, he has made his debut as a film singer. The young chap also performed at the grand music launch of Dhurandhar The Revenge . In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Vaibhav Gupta spoke about the response to ‘Destiny – Mann Atkeya’ and shared an interesting trivia. Vaibhav Gupta told Bollywood Hungama , “I sang almost 6 versions of the song. The version that made it to the film was recorded at 6 in the morning on March 17, on the day of the album launch! There were 1 or 2 takes. In all, I took around 15 minutes to record the song.” Interestingly, Dhurandhar The Revenge had previews a day later, on March 18. He also said, “I had no idea where exactly it would be placed in the...

O’Romeo, Dhurandhar The Revenge, Matka King: How ‘Bade Sahab’ returned in 3 different avatars in 3 consecutive months

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Bollywood’s fascination with D-Company and Dawood Ibrahim has endured for over two decades, inspiring a steady stream of films and web shows. Interestingly, even though 2026 is only in its fourth month, two films and one series have already featured characters either based on or clearly inspired by the fugitive don. The trend began with the February 13 release O’Romeo , in which Avinash Tiwary played Jalaluddin, also known as Jalal, a character said to be loosely modelled on Dawood Ibrahim. The crime drama drew inspiration from the Sapna Didi chapter in S. Hussain Zaidi’s book Mafia Queens of Mumbai. A month later came Dhurandhar The Revenge , which was released on March 18. The first part, Dhurandhar (2025), had teased the presence of a mysterious figure known as Bade Sahab. In the sequel, the gangster was finally revealed, instantly becoming a major talking point on social media. Unlike the larger-than-life portrayals of the past, Dhurandhar The Revenge depicted him as frail and...

Deepika Padukone announces second pregnancy with Ranveer Singh in a heartwarming post featuring daughter Dua

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Deepika Padukone has delighted fans with a major personal announcement. The actress has revealed that she is expecting her second child with husband Ranveer Singh, sharing the news through a heartfelt Instagram post that quickly went viral across social media. Keeping the announcement understated and intimate, Deepika posted a picture featuring daughter Dua holding a positive pregnancy test kit. The little one’s face was carefully concealed in the frame, maintaining the couple’s continued preference for privacy when it comes to their family life. Instead of words, Deepika captioned the post with two nazar amulets, allowing the image itself to convey the happy news. Within minutes of the upload, fans and members of the film fraternity flooded the comments section with congratulatory messages for the couple, who remain among Bollywood’s most-loved celebrity pairs.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by दीपिका पादुकोण (@deepikapa...

Photos: Ram Gopal Varma, Vishal Bharadwaj, Jaideep Ahlawat, Kirti Kulhari launch S Hussain Zaidi & Velly Thevar’s Mafia Queens of India

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Rajinikanth starrer Jailer 2 hit by piracy scare? Leaked set video goes viral after Jana Nayagan controversy

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After the recent piracy concerns surrounding Thalapathy Vijay starrer Jana Nayagan , another highly anticipated Tamil biggie has now found itself in the middle of a leak controversy. Rajinikanth starrer Jailer 2 , one of the most awaited upcoming films from the South superstar, has reportedly been affected after unauthorized footage began circulating on social media platforms. According to reports, clips and sequences linked to the film surfaced online, sparking concern among fans and the makers alike. The alleged leak comes well before the film’s theatrical release, raising fresh questions around content security for major film productions. Responding to the issue, production house Sun Pictures released an official statement, as reported by Deccan Chronicle. The statement clarified that a video clip from the sets of Jailer 2 was being shared online and that immediate steps were being taken to address the matter. “We would like to bring to your attention that a Video clip from the ...

Diljit Dosanjh sets the stage ablaze, Janhvi Kapoor hits the road in the new Coca-Cola campaign

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Diljit Dosanjh and Janhvi Kapoor have come together for Coca-Cola India’s latest campaign, but with an interesting twist — the two stars never appear on screen together. Instead, the campaign unfolds through separate films that highlight each celebrity in their own setting, bringing fresh energy and personality to the concept of taking a “Halftime” break. The new campaign explores the idea of brief pauses in everyday routines that help people reset and return with renewed enthusiasm. While the central thought revolves around small moments of refreshment, the films lean heavily into the star power of Diljit and Janhvi, making the campaign celebrity-led and visually engaging. In Diljit Dosanjh’s film, the singer-actor is seen in the middle of rehearsals, seemingly caught in the intensity of performance prep. A quick Coca-Cola break changes the mood, and moments later he returns to the stage with full force, delivering a high-energy performance and setting the atmosphere on fire with h...