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'The Sabarmati Report' Actor Vikrant Massey Announces Retirement From Acting
555 days ago
Bollywood

'The Sabarmati Report' Actor Vikrant Massey Announces Retirement From Acting

Mumbai, December 2 - One of the most talented Bollywood actors, Vikrant Massey left his fans stunned on Monday with the announcement of his retirement from acting, at the age of 37. The actor shared the news on his Instagram account and confirmed that 2025 will be the end of his acting career.## "The last few years and beyond have been phenomenal. I thank each and every one of you for your indelible support. But as I move forward, I realise it's time to recalibrate and go back home. As a Husband, Father & a Son. And also as an Actor", the actor said.## Confirming the retirement "until time deems right", Vikrant added, "So coming 2025, we would meet each other for one last time. Until time deems right. The last 2 movies and many years of memories. Thank you again. For everything and everything in between. Forever indebted". ## Vikrant made his acting debut in 2013 with Lootera and has since then been a part of some critically acclaimed films such as Lipstick Under My Burkha, Chhapaak, Haseen Dillruba, 12th Fail, Sector 36, and, The Sabarmati Report. The actor currently reportedly wrapping up two final projects — Yaar Jigri and Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan which are slated for release in 2025. ## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vikrant Massey (@vikrantmassey) ## Stay tuned...

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Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt Begin Shoot For 'Love and War'; Set Pictures Leaked Online
560 days ago
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Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt Begin Shoot For 'Love and War'; Set Pictures Leaked Online

Mumbai, November 27 - Bollywood stars Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt have started shooting for director Sanjay Leela Bhansali's highly-anticipated war romantic drama Love and War which also stars Vicky Kaushal in prominent roles. ## Love & War is touted to be an epic romantic film set against the backdrop of war and this will feature the actors in the completely new retro looks. As the shoot commences, the looks of Ranbir and Alia leaked online while filming in Mumbai. ## In the leaked pictures, Ranbir Kapoor can be seen wearing a white shirt and black tie, sporting a vintage-style moustache and gelled pulled-back hair. Alia, on the other hand, is wearing a bell-sleeved white dress, which is tied at the waist. The actress had a big, puffed hairstyle, resembling a hairdo from decades back.## According to the reports, Alia Bhatt shot a grand sequence with Vicky Kaushal before shooting with Ranbir. The scene reportedly featured around 30 people dressed as soldiers.## Produced by Bhansali Productions in association with Jio Studios, Love and War reunites Ranbir with director SLB after Saawariya (2007) which was the debut movie of the actor. This also marks Alia's reunion with the director after Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022) and the first film of Vicky with him. ## Love & War is scheduled to be released on March 20, 2026.## #Ranbirkapoor viral photos on set of #LoveAndWar #AliaBhatt pic.twitter.com/vSw8vnbePd— RK (@Amarnathbl) November 27, 2024 ## Stay tuned...

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'Housefull 5' Massive Ensemble Cast Revealed As Final Schedule Commences
560 days ago
Bollywood

'Housefull 5' Massive Ensemble Cast Revealed As Final Schedule Commences

Mumbai, November 27 - Producer Sajid Nadiadwala's comedy entertainer Housefull 5 led by superstar Akshay Kumar has entered the final schedule of filming. Dostana fame Tarun Mansukhani is directing the film with Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment producing. ## On Wednesday (November 27), the makers announced the commencement of the final schedule and to celebrate the legacy of the film, the entire massive ensemble star cast was also unveiled. It is the first franchise to reach the 5th instalment and has been shot on a luxurious cruise starting from London to France to Spain and back to the UK. ## The film was originally announced with Akshay Kumar and Riteish Deshmukh before many other actors joined them. It brings some of the biggest names in the industry as the full cast includes Abhishek Bachchan, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sanjay Dutt, Nana Patekar, Sonam Bajwa, Nargis Fakhri, Fardeen Khan, Jackie Shroff, Chunky Pandey, Dino Morea, Johnny Lever, Shreyas Talpade, Chitrangada Singh, Ranjeet, Soundarya Sharma, and Nikitin Dheer, among others in key roles.## Housefull 5 is scheduled to be released on June 6, 2025. ## Cruising through the last schedule of our cinematic journey! ⛵️5️⃣🌊#SajidNadiadwala’s #Housefull5 Directed by @Tarunmansukhani@akshaykumar @Riteishd @juniorbachchan @FardeenFKhan @Asli_Jacqueline #SonamBajwa @NargisFakhri @duttsanjay @bindasbhidu @nanagpatekar @IChitrangda… pic.twitter.com/Et0dk82GIi— Nadiadwala Grandson (@NGEMovies) November 27, 2024 ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: 'Karan Arjun' and 'Pushpa - The Rise' Re-Release Opening Weekend Collection
563 days ago
Bollywood

Box Office: 'Karan Arjun' and 'Pushpa - The Rise' Re-Release Opening Weekend Collection

Mumbai, November 24 - There were a couple of re-releases this weekend at the Hindi box office in the form of Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan-fronted cult classic Karan Arjun and Allu Arjun-starrer Pushpa - The Rise of which the sequel is gearing up for December 5 release worldwide. ## Karan Arjun, directed by Rakesh Roshan, had a wide re-release with over 2000 shows scheduled daily during the opening weekend. However, the movie couldn't replicate the success of the recent Bollywood re-releases and ended with the opening of around 1 crore gross collection. ## There wasn't much movement in the collection after the opening day of around 30 lakh gross as Saturday figures were almost similar to Friday and on Sunday, the movie is expected to gross around 40 lakh. With a not-so-encouraging opening weekend after a wide re-release, Karan Arjun is unlikely to have much impact during the weekdays. ## Allu Arjun's Pushpa - The Rise also had a wide re-release this weekend in Hindi and managed to gross around 70 lakh in the opening weekend. There wasn't much awareness about the re-release of the film among the audiences so whatever it has earned is a bonus. ## The Sukumar's directorial, which was originally released in 2021, grossed around 20 lakh on its first day of re-release, followed by 25 lakh each on Saturday and Sunday. Stay tuned...

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'Cocktail' Sequel In The Works With Shahid Kapoor
564 days ago
Bollywood

'Cocktail' Sequel In The Works With Shahid Kapoor

Mumbai, November 23 - With franchises making waves at the Bollywood box office, more and more standalone films are getting sequels and the latest to join this trend is 2012's romantic comedy Cocktail which was headlined by Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty. ## Directed by Homi Adajania and produced by Maddock Films with others, Cocktail was a box office hit with over 120 crores gross collection worldwide. Now, more than a decade later when franchises are succeeding at the box office, Maddock Films has put Cocktail 2 in the making. ## According to the report by Peepingmoon.com, producer Dinesh Vijan has been working idea of the sequel with director Homi Adajania and they've now crafted a storyline that they believe matches the magic of the first film. Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor is in talks to headline the project. ## Shahid has not yet signed on the dotted line but has reportedly verbally committed to this film, which would mark his second collaboration with Maddock following this year's robotic romantic comedy Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya. The report further states that the talks are on with young actresses to come on board. ## The film is expected to start rolling by the middle of 2025 after Shahid completes Vishal Bhardwaj's action thriller which goes on the floor this December. Meanwhile, the actor will next be seen in director Rosshan Andrrews' cop thriller Deva, slated for a February 2025 release. ## Stay tuned...

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Nain Matakka from Baby John by Global Sensations Diljit Dosanjh and Dhee to Release on 25th November
566 days ago
Bollywood

Nain Matakka from Baby John by Global Sensations Diljit Dosanjh and Dhee to Release on 25th November

The buzz surrounding Baby John has been electrifying ever since the first announcement and teaser, and now the excitement intensifies as the makers are all set to unveil the first song – "Nain Matakka" – releasing on 25th November 2024. ## Produced by Murad Khetani, Priya Atlee, and Jyoti Deshpande, ‘Nain Matakka’ promises to be the ultimate dance anthem. It’s the first time these two global sensations Diljit Dosanjh and Dheekshitha Venkadeshan, aka Dhee have collaborated for the song in the film which is penned by Irshad Kamil and the music is by S. Thaman. ## ‘Nain Matakka’ track is a foot-tapping, peppy number that showcases the sizzling on-screen chemistry between Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh. The magic of Diljit’s voice combined with an electrifying beat, is sure to elevate this song to instant hit status! Dhee too adds her magic like no other. She is one of the most streamed Australian singer and composer. ## The film’s teaser has already given us a glimpse of the gripping action and high-octane entertainment awaiting audiences, and the music will only add to the excitement. ## Starring Varun Dhawan, Jackie Shroff, Wamiqa Gabbi, and marking the highly anticipated Hindi debut of Keerthy Suresh, Baby John is a true blockbuster in the making. ## Presented by Jio Studios in association with Atlee and Cine1 Studios, Baby John is a production of A for Apple Studios and Cine1 Studios and releases on 25th December 2024. ## Stay tuned for Nain Matakka – it’s going to be epic!

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Jio Studios Takes Centre Stage At IFFI 2024
568 days ago
Bollywood

Jio Studios Takes Centre Stage At IFFI 2024

Mumbai, November 19 - Capping off a stellar year with an eclectic slate of premieres and prestigious screenings, Jio Studios, the media and content arm of RIL, is making a powerful impact at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), presenting a compelling lineup of films that spans diverse genres. From intense dramas and thrilling mysteries to thought-provoking social dramas, the studio is all set to captivate the festival audience with something for every type of movie fan.## The studio is presenting a range of much-anticipated premieres such as Saali Mohabbat, a gripping "howdunit" thriller marking the production debut of celebrated fashion stylist-turned-producer Manish Malhotra and starring the brilliant Radhika Apte and Divyenndu; Mrs., an emotionally charged drama featuring standout performances by Sanya Malhotra, that has earned standing ovations at international festivals and will have its Asia premiere at IFFI; and Hisaab Barabar, a satirical social drama starring R. Madhavan, that blends humour and intense emotion to tackle the issue of financial fraud, following a common man’s fight to expose a corporate bank’s billion-dollar scam.## Further solidifying its presence, Jio Studios' Article 370 has been selected for the prestigious Indian Panorama section at IFFI 2024, joining an elite list of 25 films chosen from 384 entries.## These films reflect Jio Studios' commitment to producing a broad spectrum of content that resonates with both critical and commercial audiences. In a year of unprecedented achievements—including Article 370, India’s official entry to the Oscars with Laapataa Ladies, the record-breaking success of Stree 2, supernatural sensation Shaitaan, and the recently released blockbuster Singham Again, the studio’s impressive line-up underscores its growing influence in the entertainment industry.## Jyoti Deshpande, President of Media and Content Business at Reliance Industries, has been instrumental in building Jio Studios into the formidable force it is today. She will be part of an esteemed panel discussion at IFFI titled ‘Women in Films – India Chapter: A New Vision’ alongside Guneet Monga, Andria Wilson, Tilottama Shome, and Aparna Purohit. ## With women leading key creative and strategic roles, Jio Studios has consistently championed diverse voices and perspectives and during this insightful conversation, Jyoti will share her insights on fostering inclusivity and empowering women in film. This session promises to offer a compelling vision for the future of cinema, where diverse stories and strong female leadership promise to shape the global entertainment landscape.## Stay tuned...

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Tiger Shroff's 'Baaghi 4' Officially Announced With Release Date
569 days ago
Bollywood

Tiger Shroff's 'Baaghi 4' Officially Announced With Release Date

Mumbai, November 18 - Producer Sajid Nadiadwala officially announced the 4th instalment of the action thriller franchise Baaghi, starring Tiger Shroff. Baaghi 4 will be directed by the Kannada filmmaker A. Harsha who has previously directed almost a dozen films, including Bhajarangi and Vedha. ## Baaghi 4 was announced on November 18 with the first look poster in which Tiger Shroff is looking menacing. In the poster, Tiger is seen sitting on a toilet seat with a knife in hand and a bottle of alcohol. His face, the walls, and the floor are splattered with blood, while dead bodies lie around him. ## The shoot of the film has commenced today (November 18) as the makers confirmed September 5, 2025, release date. The upcoming movie promises to be different from the previous Baaghi films as the tagline on the poster reads, "This time he is not the same". ## SAJID NADIADWALA - TIGER SHROFF REUNITE FOR 'BAAGHI 4'... A HARSHA TO DIRECT... FILMING BEGINS... 5 SEPT 2025 RELEASE... #SajidNadiadwala's highly anticipated action franchise #Baaghi4 - starring #TigerShroff - begins filming today.Directed by #AHarsha - who has directed… pic.twitter.com/1I4pf7RFHo— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) November 18, 2024 ## Stay tuned...

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Ajay Devgn's Action Adventure With Director Jagan Shakti Is A Book Adaptation; Shoot Details Revealed
572 days ago
Bollywood

Ajay Devgn's Action Adventure With Director Jagan Shakti Is A Book Adaptation; Shoot Details Revealed

Mumbai, November 15 - Ajay Devgn is teaming up with Mission Mangal director Jagan Shakti for an action-adventure film. The yet-untitled movie will be produced by Luv Ranjan who reunites with the actor after De De Pyaar De and its upcoming sequel.## According to the report by Peepingmoon.com, the yet-untitled film is a book adaptation. It is said that the movie is based on Aseem Arora and Richa Ganesh's 2018 book, Ranger. Set against the backdrop of Bandhavgarh's sprawling wilderness, the book follows Ranger Singh, a rookie forest officer, stepping into a world rife with corruption, neglect, and an alarming tiger crisis.## Aseem Arora is adapting the book himself, however, the movie does not entirely adhere to the original material, as the makers are opting for an Indiana Jones-style narrative to make it more commercially appealing, as per Peepingmoon.com. ## Director Jagan Shakti intends to mount the movie on a massive scale with a promise to deliver a top-notch cinematic experience for the audience. The pre-production for the film has already commenced and is going on at a brisk pace as the makers are aiming to take the film on floors by January 2025. ## Ajay will start Jagan's film after completing Son of Sardar 2 which is expected to be wrapped soon. As for the release, the actor is fresh from the box office success of Singham Again which is currently playing in theaters in its third week. His next release will be Raid 2, followed by SOS 2, and De De Pyaar De 2 next year. ## Stay tuned...

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Shraddha Kapoor's 'Naagin' Trilogy Back On Track
572 days ago
Bollywood

Shraddha Kapoor's 'Naagin' Trilogy Back On Track

Mumbai, November 15 - Back in 2020, Bollywood star Shraddha Kapoor was announced to headline the supernatural fantasy thriller Naagin trilogy. Vishal Furia was on board to direct the film with Nikhil Dwivedi as producer. ## However, after the announcement, the development of the project didn't take place and it was seemingly put on the backburner. Much delight to the fans, the much-awaited trilogy is back on track after 4 years of announcement and is set to go floors by 2025. ## During a recent interaction with India Today, producer Nikhil Dwivedi shared that the script took three years and was redone thrice. Talking about Shraddha's casting, the producer said that she was always the first choice and when she heard about the idea, the actress jumped at it. ## The filmmaker further said that they are expected to take the movie on floors by 2025 and release it in 2026. Shraddha Kapoor hasn't officially announced her next film so Naagin can be her immediate next after the recently released all-time blockbuster Stree 2 wich is the highest-grossing film ever in Hindi in India. ## Stay tuned...

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Aamir Khan Reacts To End-Credit Scene of 'Pathaan' Featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan
575 days ago
Bollywood

Aamir Khan Reacts To End-Credit Scene of 'Pathaan' Featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan

Mumbai, November 12 - Yash Raj Films' spy action thriller Pathaan starring Shah Rukh Khan, John Abraham, and Deepika Padukone along with a cameo of Salman Khan, is one of the biggest blockbusters of Indian cinema with over 1000 crores collection at the worldwide box office. ## Apart from the film's historic box office performance, the Sidharth Anand's directorial was the first movie since the iconic Karan Arjun (1995) when SRK and Salman Khan reunited on the big screen and that was one biggest highlights of the film, especially end-credit scene which went viral. ## In that scene, King Khan's character interacts with Salman's Tiger after the latter saves him, "Hume hi karna padega bhai, desh ka sawaal hai, baccho pe nahi chood sakte". (We will have to do it, brother; it's a matter of country, and we can't leave it to kids.)## The scene was taken as a jibe at new-age actors by netizens, and now, Aamir Khan has reacted to the same. During an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, the Dangal star was asked about his reaction to the post-credit scene in Pathaan. ## Aamir said that the scene must have upset the young actors and they couldn't do anything about it. "Just all the young actors must have got really upset, and you can't even get too upset with Shah Rukh Khan and Salman, Kya keh sakte hai", Aamir said. ## #AamirKhan - "Young Actors must have felt upset & you can't get too upset with #ShahRukhKhan & #SalmanKhan" 😂 pic.twitter.com/hs7CG63SQN— Salman Khan Fans Club (@SalmanFans2712) November 12, 2024 ## Stay tuned...

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Box Office: 'Singham Again' Becomes The Highest-Grossing Film In The Franchise
578 days ago
Bollywood

Box Office: 'Singham Again' Becomes The Highest-Grossing Film In The Franchise

Mumbai, November 9 - Director Rohit Shetty's Singham Again starring Ajay Devgn has become the highest-grossing film in the franchise at the domestic as well as worldwide box office, beating the lifetime collection of Singham Returns in just 5 days. ## The latest instalment in the cop action drama scored 232 crores gross worldwide in the first 5 days which surpassed the total worldwide collection of Singham Returns' (Singham 2) 216 crores gross. Domestically, Singham 3 outgrossed Singham 2's 200 crores gross in a flat 7 days to become the biggest film in the franchise. ## Singham 3, which is 5th movie in Shetty's cop universe, is currently in the second weekend and has so far grossed approximately 275 crores worldwide, including 217 crores domestically (207.50+ crores net) in 8 days, through the second Friday. It will be crossing the 300 crores gross by Sunday to become the first in the Singham franchise and second in Cop Universe after Simmba (390 crores gross) to achieve the feat. ## Produced by Reliance Entertainment, Jio Studios, Rohit Shetty Picturez, Devgn Films, and Cinergy, Singham Again stars Ajay Devgn in the title role, alongside Akshay Kumar, Ranveer Singh, Tiger Shroff, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone, Arjun Kapoor and Jackie Shroff.## Stay tuned...

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