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Starring Priyanka Chopra, Kareena Kapoor and Akshay Kumar, Aitraaz released in 2004. Subhash Ghai, who produced the Abbas-Mustan directedAitraaz, revealed plans to do a sequel. One doesn’t have any idea where this is going. Ghai also spoke of how reluctant Priyanka Chopra was to play the predatory vixen.

The only aspect of Abbas-Mustan’s poor remake of Barry Levinson’s Disclosure which stood out was Priyanka Chopra. As a married woman who goes all out to seduce a hunk, Priyanka killed it. It was India’s first film on male sexual harassment.

In throwback interview Priyanka said, “Aitraaz requires a maturity way beyond my years. And to make matters worse, I don’t believe in the things that my character believes in. Each day before I shoot I’ve to sit for an hour to prepare myself. It’s a very bold subject. But it isn’t like some of...

Ar Rahman-Saira Banu Divorce Case! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Ar Rahman and Saira Banu recently announced their divorce after 29 years of marriage. The couple has three children, which raises the question of who will get custody of the kids.

Vandana Shah, the lawyer representing Saira Banu in the divorce proceedings, has now discussed with whom the children will stay after the separation. She also opened up about whether reconciliation between the couple is possible.

Lawyer Vandana Shah Talks About the Custody of Ar Rahman and Saira Banu’s Children

Vandana Shah recently interviewed Vicky Lalwani for his YouTube channel, discussing the custody of Ar Rahman and Saira Banu’s children. The couple has three children: daughters Khatija and Raheema and son Ameen. Vandana revealed that the couple has yet to reach a custody decision.

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Arjun Kapoor Opened Up About His Relationship With His Half-Sisters (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Arjun Kapoor shares a special relationship with his half-siblings Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor. Though the trio did not gel up well initially, circumstances have brought them closer over the years, especially after the unfortunate death of legendary actress Sridevi.

Arjun stood like a pillar of strength with his sisters during tough times, strengthening their bond. The Singham Again has now discussed his relationship with Janhvi and Khushi, revealing who he is closer to.

Arjun Kapoor Says He Shares a Closer Bond with Janhvi Kapoor than Khushi Kapoor

During a recent interaction with Galatta India, Arjun Kapoor received an audio message from his family members, including Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor. He then opened up about his relationship with his half-sisters, revealing that they support him as much as he supports them.

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Subhash Ghai Teases Aitraaz 2 Aast Twist (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Subhash Ghai, the well-known producer of Aitraaz (2004), has officially announced a sequel to the film Aitraaz 2. Notably, this year marks the 20th anniversary of the original film’s release. The first installment starred Priyanka Chopra, Akshay Kumar, and Kareena Kapoor in lead roles.

As Priyanka Chopra is pursuing her Hollywood career, fans are eager to know if she will return for the sequel. In response, Subhash Ghai has shared some insights. Scroll down to learn more!

What do we know about Aitraaz 2?

Subhash Ghai took the time to share the compelling news of the sequel on his social media. He revealed that Aitraaz features a script that has been worked on for the last three years. Further, Ghai applauded Priyanka Chopra for her groundbreaking performance in the first installment and described her role as unforgettable.

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Rakesh Roshan’s 1994 blockbuster Karan Arjun has re-opened in movie theatres this past week. Although the focus of media attention during release was clearly the Salman-Srk Jodi, over the years Karan Arjun has gained recognition for its matriarchal salespitch.

Raakhee Gulzar who played Karan and Arjun’s mother was Rakesh Roshan’s one and only choice.

Says Raakhee, “I’ve known Rakesh Roshan for a very long time. Before being directed by him in Karan Arjun, we had worked as co-stars in Aankhon Aankhon Mein and Aankh Micholi. Years later he came to me with the offer of playing a mother’s role in Karan Arjun.”

At that point of time, Raakhee was not prepared to switch to mother’s role. “It was Subhash Ghai’s Ram Lakhan and then a little later Karan Arjun where I made the switchover from heroine to mother’s role. But if you...

Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar To Commence Filming New Movie In Amritsar? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Bollywood powerhouse Ranveer Singh and recognized director Aditya Dhar are all set to kickstart the next schedule of their upcoming movie. The actor-director duo recently arrived in Amritsar, where they will be filming next, and visited the Golden Temple to seek blessings.

Ranveer and Aditya paid homage to the rich heritage and sanctity of the city by visiting the holy landmark just before commencing their new schedule. The Bajirao Mastani actor also took to Instagram to share a glimpse of his visit with a caption that reads: “जाको राखे साइयाँ, मार सके न कोय”

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Trending Ar Rahman Sends Legal Notice To YouTube Channels Spreading Rumors About His Personal Life Amid Ongoing Divorce With Ex-Wife Saira Banu

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Hrithik Roshan Was An Assistant On Karan Arjun Sets! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Karan Arjun re-released in theatres this Friday and is enjoying impressive footfalls. Watching Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan in the same frame is a dream today, so cine-goers are reminiscing their camaraderie via the 1995 fantasy action thriller. Many wouldn’t know, but Hrithik Roshan was also a part of the project and is recalling the good old times. Scroll below for all the details!

Before making his acting debut, Hrithik Roshan would assist his father in his Bollywood films. He has been a helping hand in Khudgarz (1987), King Uncle (1993), Karan Arjun (1995) and Koyla (1997). After completing his acting course, he marked his Bollywood debut with Kaho Na… Pyaar Hai (2000).

Hrithik Roshan would sweep floors on sets!

Many wouldn’t know, but father Rakesh Roshan was strict with his son. As an assistant, Hrithik would have to sweep the...

Ar Rahman Sends Legal Notice To YouTube Channels ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Music composer Ar Rahman sent a legal notice to the YouTube channels that had allegedly spread rumors and slanders about his personal life amid his ongoing divorce from his ex-wife, Saira. He took to his social media handle to share a picture of the legal notice with his slanderers. These slanders included rumors and speculations of his alleged affair with his bassist, Mohini Dey.

It all started after Ar Rahman’s bassist Mohini Dey also announced her separation from her ex-husband hours after the Oscar-winning music composer announced his divorce. The legal notice was addressed by the composer’s lawyer. One of the statements read, “My client informs the hatemongers and sharers of abusive contents to remove the objectionable content within the next one hour and a maximum time duration of 24 hours. He will be advised to file appropriate...

What Did Manoj Bajpayee Say About Working With Subhash Ghai In Gandhi? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Renowned filmmaker Subhash Ghai is set to make his mark in the short film genre with Gandhi. The movie features versatile actor Manoj Bajpayee in the lead role. The film premiered at the 55th International Film Festival of India (Iffi), showcasing Ghai’s unique cinematic perspective.

Sharing his thoughts on the project, Subhash Ghai remarked, “Filmmaking is all about perspective. Wars and conflicts in the world have often stemmed from a difference in perspectives. My short film Gandhi is not just a story but an exploration of viewpoints. The idea was sparked by a conversation when a 18-year-old student from Whistling Woods International expressed this about celebrating Gandhi Jayanti. He said, ‘Sir, I won’t play guitar to celebrate this occasion as I don’t believe in Gandhi Jayanti’ and that honest expression inspired me...

The opening ceremony of the 55th International Film Festival of India (Iffi) in Goa on Wednesday crammed in several Bollywood-style performances. But it also took some time to deal with the business of cinema, as well.

The spectacle came from “The Perfect Couple” breakout star Ishaan Khatter dancing to a medley of Bollywood hits and Manushi Chhillar to hit film songs from India’s various creative industries. Sanya Malhotra and Sunny Kaushal enacted a musical tableau chronicling the journey of Indian cinema from 1913 to the present day, which included showstoppers “Naatu Naatu” from “Rrr” and “Jai Ho” from “Slumdog Millionaire.”

Australia is Iffi’s Country of Focus this year and there was a performance from Australian dancers as well.

On the business front, on the back of the India-Colombia audiovisual coproduction agreement that was signed in October, the first look at a film examining the role of guru and spiritual...

Is Akshay Kumar And Priyanka Chopra’s Aitraaz Getting A Sequel? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

After Singh Is Kinng, another Akshay Kumar hit from the 2000s, is getting a sequel. Subhash Ghai has confirmed the development of Aitraaz 2, marking the 20th-anniversary celebration of the original film.

Aitraaz starred Akshay, Priyanka Chopra, and Kareena Kapoor Khan in lead roles. It was released in 2004 and made news for dealing with the bold issue of workplace harassment. The movie shot Priyanka to stardom, and she received several accolades for her gutsy performance.

Aitraaz 2 Officially In The Works

Subhash Ghai, the producer of Aitraaz, confirmed that a sequel is in the works with an official announcement on social media. Sharing Priyanka Chopra’s picture from the original film on Instagram, the filmmaker revealed he had locked the script for Aitraaz 2. Ghai added that the script for the movie had been written after three years of hard work.

Shah Rukh And Mahima Chaudhry’s Pardes To Make Theatre Comeback?

The re-release season does not seem to end anytime soon as another cult classic film, Pardes, is arriving back in cinemas. The Shah Rukh Khan and Mahima Chaudhry starrer was originally released in 1997 and is remembered for its romance and music.

Directed by Subhash Ghai, the movie follows Ganga, who gets married to an Nri while in love with another man. Pardes joins the list of other Srk classics like Veer-Zaara and Kal Ho Naa Ho, which made a comeback in theaters in 2024.

Pardes To Re-Release in Theaters

The 1997 romantic-musical is heading back to theaters on Friday, November 15th, 2024. This will mark a re-release clash of two Shah Rukh Khan films as Kal Ho Naa Ho also arrives in cinemas on the same day. PVR Inox Cinemas announced the re-release of Pardes with a social media post on November 12th.

When Sohail Khan & Arbaaz Khan Performed Better Than Salman Khan At The Box Office (Photo Credit – Koimoi)

Salman Khan is a man who has ruled the box office ever since he arrived on the silver screen with Maine Pyar Kiya. In fact, when we talk about the iconic box office goldmines of Indian Cinema, Hum Aapke Hain Koun rules the list for innumerable records. But today, instead of the glories, we decided to talk about the not-so-good days!

The Troublesome Year – 2008

The year 2008 was a rare occurrence for Bhaijaan when nothing he did worked at the box office. That year, he arrived with God Tussi Great Ho, Heroes, and Yuvraaj! While he had a short stint in Heroes, the other two were highly anticipated, but none worked!

Interestingly, the same year, Salman Khan delivered a disaster for his brothers as well, while his cameo along with Katrina Kaif jinxed a...

Sanjay Khan Asks Friend For Gun After Fight With Shatrughan Sinha; Here’s What Happened! (Photo Credit – Wikimedia/Instagram)

Veteran Bollywood actor Sanjay Khan once was so angry after a fight with Shatrughan Sinha that he demanded a gun at 5 a.m., as revealed by Khan’s confidante and close friend Bob Christo in his autobiography, Flashback: My Life and Times in Bollywood and Beyond.

Bob Christo was a known Bollywood face who played many villain roles in the 1980s. Before Sanjay Khan took him under his wing, Christo built sets in Cambodia for Francis Ford Coppola’s Apocalypse Now.

He was extremely close to Sanjay Khan and once witnessed a violent altercation between Khan and Shatrugan Sinha at actor Ranjeet’s house. Acclaimed director Subhash Ghai was also present at the gathering, and they were having drinks.

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Khalnayak Was Sanjay Dutt’s Career High Despite Getting Arrested In 1993 (Photo Credit –YouTube)

It was 30 years ago that Sanjay Dutt was immortalized as the Og Khalnayak of Hindi Cinema. Subhash Ghai’s film started a new genre at the box office altogether, and the anti-hero became the new love of the nation. Sanju Baba drew the line between the villain and the hero and occupied that grey area like it was meant for him! The only truth is it wasn’t meant for him!

The Og Khalnayak – Amitabh Bachchan

The film was initially made with Amitabh Bachchan, and it was then titled Devaa. However, the Angry Young Man and Subhash Ghai had a lot of creative differences, which led to the shelving of the film. But, being the ambitious man Ghai is, he started restructuring his film.

Initially, it was Nana Patekar who was playing Ballu, but Ghai soon...

Lilliput On working with Amitabh Bachchan. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Mm Faruqui, aka Lilliput, has worked in several movies in his four-decade career. The actor has worked with many biggies, including Amitabh Bachchan. But did you know the actor thought he was ‘manhoon’ for the megastar? He even told Big B not to act with him. In a recent interview, the actor opened up about the same.

In an interview, Lilliput revealed that he tried to work with Amitabh Bachchan twice, but things didn’t work out. One day, Subhash Ghai called Mm Faruqui to visit his office. However, “I had no money to travel to Bandra, so one of the guys I was playing cards with drove me there. Subhash ji told me, ‘Main ek film bana raha hoon, Sherbahadur. Aur usmein Amitabh Bachchan hero honge aur tum villain.”

When Lilliput Thought He’s Manhoon For Amitabh Bachchan

Lilliput was working on films like Saagar,...

Highlights From Arbaaz Khan’s Upcoming Show. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Arbaaz Khan is an Indian actor who works predominantly in the Hindi film industry and is also the younger brother of superstar Salman Khan. The multifaceted actor returns with his celebrity chat show, The Invincibles Series Season 2. Bollywood legends share their life stories, and the latest promo of the show was revealed recently. Ramesh Sippy, Asha Parekh, Shabana Azmi, and other veterans will grace the show in the second season.

Arbaaz is not only an actor but also a director. He directed Salman in Dabbang 2. The actor is also a producer, and his production house is called Arbaaz Khan Productions. Keep scrolling for more.

On Tuesday, Arbaaz Khan shared the promo for his show The Invincibles Series Season 2. The teaser showcased the veteran actors, directors, and producers who would appear in the upcoming season. We have picked up a few highlights from the promo,...

Neena Gupta Once Revealed How A Veteran Director Asked Her To Wear A Padded Bra(Photo Credit – IMDb)

Neena Gupta is a veteran Indian actress who is not only an exceptional artist but also has a bold personality and never shies away from expressing her opinions. The senior actress has had her share of life struggles, including being a single parent to Masaba Gupta. The actress has faced a lot of criticism, but one incident made her feel embarrassed because the film director was not satisfied with how she looked and asked her to wear a padded bra. Scroll below for the deets.

The Panchayat 3 actress was born in Kolkata, then Calcutta, and grew up in New Delhi. Neena was a theatre artist who became friends with actor-director Satish Kaushik. She gained recognition in movies like Mandi, Drishti, and more. She gave a notable performance in Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro...

News Wrap Apr 18, 2024: Pushpa 2’s Digital Rights Deal, Srk-Suhana Khan’s Film, Shilpa Shetty-Raj Kundra’s Legal Mess. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Koimoi’s Entertainment news wrap is here for you! In today’s news, Pushpa 2: The Rule secured a record-breaking digital rights deal, Teja Sajja’s action film Mirai unveiled its first look, and Chiyaan Vikram’s Veera Dheeran Sooran Part 2 began filming. 8 Indians were well-represented on Time’s 100 Most Influential List. Sandeep Vanga criticized Adil Hussain over Kabir Singh, while Ar Rahman defended himself against Subhash Ghai’s criticism. Security was increased for Shah Rukh Khan following threats, but they were unrelated to the Salman Khan attack. Reality TV stars Abhishek Kumar and Ayesha Khan trended online, and Shah Rukh Khan will reportedly share the screen with his daughter Suhana Khan for the first time. And Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra faced legal trouble...

Actress Madhuri Dixit Nene surprised the contestants of ‘Dance Deewane’ – Anjali and Sharvari – by treating them to laddoos, as they performed on her iconic track ‘Choli Ke Peeche’. Amid the dazzling array of acts in the new episode, Anjali and Sharvari owned the grand dance floor with their rendition of Madhuri’s song ‘Choli Ke Peeche’, which is sung by Alka Yagnik and Ila Arun.

The song is from the 1973 action crime film ‘Khal Nayak’, directed by Subhash Ghai, starring Sanjay Dutt, Madhuri and Jackie Shroff.

Judge Madhuri, who was dressed in a blue saree, gave them a standing ovation, and joined the dynamic duo on stage, adding her dance queen magic to the performance.

Impressed by their performance, she surprised the contestants by treating them to laddoos and reminiscing about her journey of dancing to the timeless song under the guidance of the late choreographer Saroj Khan.

Madhuri said:...

Babil Khan is angry at Poonam Pandey for faking death due to cancer. (Picture Credit: Instagram)

On February 2, the news of model-actor Poonam Pandey’s death made headlines. Everyone was deeply shocked to learn that Poonam died at such a young age. The reason for her death was cited as cervical cancer. Even her PR team had confirmed that she was no more. However, on February 3, Poonam posted that she’s alive on Instagram. It was her way of creating awareness about cancer. Her stunt miffed a lot of netizens and celebrities.

Actor and Irrfan Khan’s son Babil Khan is also furious with Poonam’s “cancer awareness” tactic and has slammed her online. Babil Khan took to his Instagram story to call out Poonam for her ridiculous stunt of faking her death due to cancer. The Railway Men actor wrote, “I don’t know what the f**k that...

Salman Khan Was Once Miffed By Sandeep Reddy Vanga (Picture Credit: Facebook & IMDb)

Salman Khan is one of those people who is very particular about his panga. If you miff Bhaijaan once, then it is very difficult to get back to his good books. So kudos to Sandeep Reddy Vanga for pulling this stunt. Recent reports suggest that the animal filmmaker has approached Bhaijaan for a dark broody film. Reports further say that Bhai is very interested in the script and might sign the dotted line.

Well, this will definitely be a major move on with time. Salman was miffed by the director and his film Animal. For those who have come late, when Ranbir Kapoor signed the dotted line for the gangster drama, this violent film was not titled Animal.

When Sandeep Reddy Vanga signed Ranbir Kapoor for the blockbuster gangster drama, it was titled Devil. And no points...

Amitabh Bachchan’s Film With Subhash Ghai Was Shelved After A Showdown & Then Boney Kapoor Pitched Ram Lakhan (Picture Credit: IMDb)

Old-age Bollywood is an era where a lot happened and was never revealed. Most of the stories were slid under covers, and many of them were shared and remembered in memories but weren’t published ever. One such story happened on one of the elaborate sets of Subhash Ghai’s film that starred Amitabh Bachchan in the lead.

The angry young man was the muse for the showman of the industry, and they were working on a film titled Devaa. The shoot began in 1987. The film also starred Raaj Kumar, Meenakshi Sheshadri, Shammi Kapoor, and Ila Arun, and the music was given by Laxmikant Pyarelal. However, the film was eventually shelved. Guess why? Because of Big B, cheating Ghai and their regular ego-clashes.

A report in IMDb trivia quoted...

Music composer Pyarelal Ramprasad Sharma, of Laxmikant-Pyarelal fame, has been honoured with the prestigious Padma Bhushan, not only as a celebration of his musical prowess, but also in acknowledgment of his role in defining the golden era of Hindi film music.

The octogenarian learnt the basics of music from his father, the renowned trumpeteer of his time, Ramprasad ‘Babaji’ Sharma. He then aced the violin under the guidance of the Goan musician Anthony Gonsalves, whom he went on to immortalise in the song ‘My Name Is Anthony Gonsalves’, which was picturised on Amitabh Bachchan (who also contributed to the vocals) in the 1977 film ‘Amar Akbar Anthony’.

Pyarelal teamed up with Laxmikant Kudalkar and they worked in more than 750 Hindi films between 1963 to 1998. They collaborated with the biggest names of the industry, including Raj Kapoor, Dev Anand, Shakti Samanta, Manmohan Desai and Yash Chopra.

The duo, whose partnership spanned over three decades,...

January 22, 2024, emerged as a momentous day in Indian history with the grand consecration ceremony of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. This auspicious event was not just a religious milestone but also a vibrant cultural spectacle, witnessed and celebrated by the entire nation.

Madhuri Dixit Shares Glimpses from the Event

Madhuri Dixit, an icon of Indian cinema, took to her Instagram to share a captivating video collage of the ceremony. The footage showcased not only the majestic temple but also the presence of numerous Bollywood celebrities who attended this historical event. Her post featured the likes of Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Katrina Kaif, and Vicky Kaushal, capturing the essence of the celebration.

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A Gathering of Stars and Legends

The ceremony wasn’t just limited to Bollywood stars; it was an ensemble of India’s most revered personalities. Amitabh Bachchan,...

As the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Temple was held in Ayodhya on Monday, several stars from the Hindi and southern film industries were seen attending the event.

To make occasion memorable, Bollywood stars Ranbir Kapoor, his wife Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal, his wife Katrina Kaif, Ayushmann Khurrana, and directors Rohit Shetty and Subhash Ghai posed for a selfie during the ceremony.

The selfie was clicked by Subhash Ghai, which also captures Akash Ambani and Sholka Ambani.

In another picture doing rounds in the internet, we can spot Vicky Kaushal, Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Rajkumar Hirani, Ayushmann Khurrana, Madhuri Dixit, and her husband Shriram Nene, who is seen capturing the momentous occasion along with the renowned producer Mahaveer Jain.

The pictures also give a glimpse of Katrina Kaif.

As for attire for the special occasion, Ranbir and Alia opted for their ethnic best. Vicky Kaushal chose an ivory kurta pyjama,...

The much-awaited historic day for the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha ceremony unfolds in Ayodhya, sparking sky-high anticipation and enthusiasm. The occasion witnesses the presence of numerous Bollywood celebrities, adding glitz and glamour to the sacred event. Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal, Katrina Kaif, Rajkumar Hirani, and others embarked on a morning journey from Mumbai to Ayodhya to be part of this significant moment.

Celebrities in a Perfect Frame

During the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at Shri Ram Mandir, a captivating selfie featuring Bollywood stalwarts emerged. The frame includes the iconic Subhash Ghai, capturing a moment of joy with Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Rohit Shetty, Vicky Kaushal, Katrina Kaif, and the Ambani scions, Akash and Shloka. The radiant smiles reflect the collective joy of witnessing history unfold.

People from our Film Industry at #RamMandirPranpratishtha !!#JaiShreeRam #RanbirKapoor #RohitShetty #Aliabhatt #RajkumarHirani #KatrinaKaif #VickyKaushal & more !! #RamMandirAyodhya pic.twitter.com/ccfMJiEtAp

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Pran Pratishtha Ceremony: Subhash Ghai, a renowned name in the Indian film industry, shared a glimpse of the star-studded presence at the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Mandir inauguration in Ayodhya. The picture, featuring big Bollywood names like Rohit Shetty, Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, and Katrina Kaif, has created a buzz on social media.

Bollywood’s Presence at the Historical Event

The snapshot shared by Subhash Ghai symbolizes the film industry’s connection and reverence towards this momentous occasion. The celebrities, who are often seen gracing the silver screen, were part of the devout crowd, witnessing the historic consecration of the Ram temple.

A Day of Devotion and Celebration

The ceremony marked a significant day in India’s cultural and spiritual history. Beginning at 12.20 p.m., the Pran Pratishtha ritual was a blend of traditional rites and spiritual fervor. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, attending the rituals, was set to address over 7,000 attendees,...

Ranbir Kapoor – Alia Bhatt & Other Celebs Jet Off For Ram Mandir Inauguration

The entire country is in a festive mood today to celebrate the inauguration of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. While the Pran Pratishtha event will witness dignitaries from all walks of life, celebs from the Hindi film industry have started to jet off to Ayodhya for the big event.

Social media is buzzing with pictures and updates of the pre-events leading to the inauguration. Ambanis have decked up their mansion, Antilia, to celebrate the event, and their residence is gleaming with Jai Shri Ram lights.

Earlier, Kangana Ranaut was seen jetting off to Ayodhya, and while interacting with the media, she shared her happiness and talked about how her good deeds from her past life must have given her such a great opportunity to witness history being written.

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When Shah Rukh Khan Broke Into A Magazine’s Office After They Reported About His Affair With Juhi Chawla ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan are called the iconic couple for a reason. After falling head over heels in love with each other at a very young age, the duo continues to send their fans into a tizzy every time they post a photo together or make a powerful appearance together. Not many know that while Srk rules the industry, Gauri, on the other hand, was never interested in films earlier. A couple of days back, we brought you her old interview where she had mentioned the same.

In today’s throwback story, we will tell you about the time when Srk had broken into a magazine’s office after they reported about his affair with his Darr co-star Juhi Chawla. Earlier in an interview, the star...

Music composer A R Rahman, hailed as the ‘Mozart of Madras’, is celebrating his 57th birthday, even as the world toasts his musical prowess that has transcended cultural boundaries, earning him accolades and admiration worldwide.

The winner of six National Film Awards, two Oscars, two Grammys, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe, and the third-highest civilian award Padma Bhushan, Rahman has been creating music that is a testament to the universality of emotions. His compositions evoke a range of feelings that resonate with audiences from diverse backgrounds.

Born in Chennai on January 6, 1967, Rahman is known for the transformative impact he has had on the film industry, playing a pivotal role in redefining the role of music in Indian cinema, emphasising its importance in storytelling.

In his three-decade-long career, he has composed and produced original scores and songs for more than 145 films in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, English, Persian and Mandarin.

Launch of Surat Diamond Bourse (Sdb) has catapulted it to a unique position as being the World’s largest office building surpassing Pentagon. If we remember, in most of the Hollywood movies Pentagon building invariably featured as a backdrop or a location for the films which catapulted this building to a place of eminence around the world. With the launch of Sdb, one hopes that Sdb henceforth holds fort in all the forms of cinematic exposition, be it cinema, Ott or serials from India and make it a must visit itinerary for travellers in the near future.

Spectacle of screen entices when it uses the locations which are larger than life to weave a story around it the location could be static, like iconic architectural structures that includes in Indian case, Taj Mahal (which has been used number of times as the title of a film or a serial), Humayun Tomb,...

Director Subhash Ghai and actor Jackie Shroff are celebrating 40 years of ‘Hero’ on Saturday. While the director called it a symphony of emotions, Jackie reflected on his journey.

The actor also took to his Instagram to share a video with snippets from the film. He wrote in the caption: “From Dust to Star #Hero #40years”.

He said: “The journey from ‘Hero’ to now has been incredible. I’m grateful for the love and support from fans throughout these 40 years. It’s a special film that holds a special place in my heart.”

“It catapulted me into stardom and forged a timeless bond with the audience. Working with Subhashji was like embarking on a cinematic journey where every frame held a piece of magic. Subhashji didn’t just direct ‘Hero’; he sculpted an emotion, a connection that transcends time. I am eternally grateful to him,” he added.

Subhash Ghai said: “Mukta...

What exactly is happening in the exhibition trade, especially to multiplex properties? Even before Covid-19 struck, many small chain operators wanted to get out of the business and were in the process of negotiating with bigger chains to be taken over. The negotiations, however, fell through when lockdown was announced.

Now the same smaller chain operator has not only decided to continue in the business but has recently inaugurated a new multiplex just a few days ago!

Then there is another chain, a major one. Even as its promoters are diluting their stakes, it has gone ahead and acquired a six-screen, 790-seat capacity property as well as another one with four screens to manage.

The first instance is of the Miraj group, which not long ago was planning to go with PVR, but the deal did not materialise. It has now launched a new four-screen property in Alwar!

PVR, on its part,...

What exactly is happening in the exhibition trade, especially to multiplex properties? Even before Covid-19 struck, many small chain operators wanted to get out of the business and were in the process of negotiating with bigger chains to be taken over. The negotiations, however, fell through when lockdown was announced.

Now the same smaller chain operator has not only decided to continue in the business but has recently inaugurated a new multiplex just a few days ago!

Then there is another chain, a major one. Even as its promoters are diluting their stakes, it has gone ahead and acquired a six-screen, 790-seat capacity property as well as another one with four screens to manage.

The first instance is of the Miraj group, which not long ago was planning to go with PVR, but the deal did not materialise. It has now launched a new four-screen property in Alwar!

PVR, on its part,...

Actor Rajeev Bhardwaj, who is known for his stint in ‘Crime Patrol’, ‘Devon Ke Dev…Mahadev’, etc, expressed gratitude to filmmaker Subhash Ghai, and said being selected by the showman as his hero for such a powerful role, is his biggest breakthrough.

Rajeev is seen in Subhash Ghai’s first television show ‘Janaki’.

On working with the director of movies like ‘Pardes’, ‘Taal’ and ‘Yaadein’, Rajeev said: “Being selected by the showman as his hero for such a powerful role, is my biggest breakthrough. Subhash ji’s team had seen a lot of actors, their videos, and auditions but they were not getting what they wanted.”

“This role has a huge range of emotions. They needed a performer with a good understanding of emotions who could carry this lead role from a young age to old age. Then his creative team saw one of my women’s day Ad films and liked my performance.

Actor Rajeev Bhardwaj, who is known for his stint in ‘Crime Patrol’, ‘Devon Ke Dev…Mahadev’, etc, expressed gratitude to filmmaker Subhash Ghai, and said being selected by the showman as his hero for such a powerful role, is his biggest breakthrough.

Rajeev is seen in Subhash Ghai’s first television show ‘Janaki’.

On working with the director of movies like ‘Pardes’, ‘Taal’ and ‘Yaadein’, Rajeev said: “Being selected by the showman as his hero for such a powerful role, is my biggest breakthrough. Subhash ji’s team had seen a lot of actors, their videos, and auditions but they were not getting what they wanted.”

“This role has a huge range of emotions. They needed a performer with a good understanding of emotions who could carry this lead role from a young age to old age. Then his creative team saw one of my women’s day Ad films and liked my performance.

Director Subhash Ghai hosted an intimate gathering at his place to mark 45 years of his film studio which coincides with his wedding anniversary. Celebrating his success, actor Sanjay Dutt, Madhuri Dixit, Jackie Shroff, Anupam Kher, among others presented the ‘Ram Lakhan’ director with gifts.

The director later posted a picture of himself with actors Sanjay Dutt and Jackie Shroff.

Sharing the picture on his X handle, he wrote: “It’s amazing to talk N laugh heart to heartto your friends actors as good as in 1990s. We had great laugh together with my Nayak n khalnayak greatfriends like #Sanjay Dutt N #Jackie Shroff on the eve of our 45th anniversary of mukta arts at my home. As young as ever (sic)”.

Subhashalso shared a group photo where he was standing alongside Anupam Kher, Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, Madhuri Dixit, and Dr. Shriram Nene.

Posting the photo on X, he captioned:...

Director Subhash Ghai hosted an intimate gathering at his place to mark 45 years of his film studio which coincides with his wedding anniversary. Celebrating his success, actor Sanjay Dutt, Madhuri Dixit, Jackie Shroff, Anupam Kher, among others presented the ‘Ram Lakhan’ director with gifts.

The director later posted a picture of himself with actors Sanjay Dutt and Jackie Shroff.

Sharing the picture on his X handle, he wrote: “It’s amazing to talk N laugh heart to heartto your friends actors as good as in 1990s. We had great laugh together with my Nayak n khalnayak greatfriends like #Sanjay Dutt N #Jackie Shroff on the eve of our 45th anniversary of mukta arts at my home. As young as ever (sic)”.

Subhashalso shared a group photo where he was standing alongside Anupam Kher, Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, Madhuri Dixit, and Dr. Shriram Nene.

Posting the photo on X, he captioned:...

Actor Meezaan Jaffrey, who will be seen as a guest on the singing reality show ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2023’, grooves on his father Javed Jaffrey’s track ‘Bol Baby Bol Rock-n-Roll’. The song is from the 1985 legal drama film ‘Meri Jung’ directed by Subhash Ghai. The film stars Nutan, Anil Kapoor, Meenakshi Seshadri, Amrish Puri, A K Hangal, Iftekhar, Khushbu and Parikshit Sahni. This was Javed Jaffrey’s debut film.

The song ‘Bol Baby Bol Rock-n-Roll’ is originally sung by Kishore Kumar, Javed Jaffrey, and S. Janaki.

‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa’ features Himesh Reshammiya, Neeti Mohan, and Anu Malik as judges, and Aditya Narayan as the host. Now, every week the top 11 contestants are giving their best to impress the judges and the audience to win the singer of the week title.

While the show’s refreshing format and introduction of fresh talent have created a stir among the audience,...

Actor Meezaan Jaffrey, who will be seen as a guest on the singing reality show ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2023’, grooves on his father Javed Jaffrey’s track ‘Bol Baby Bol Rock-n-Roll’. The song is from the 1985 legal drama film ‘Meri Jung’ directed by Subhash Ghai. The film stars Nutan, Anil Kapoor, Meenakshi Seshadri, Amrish Puri, A K Hangal, Iftekhar, Khushbu and Parikshit Sahni. This was Javed Jaffrey’s debut film.

The song ‘Bol Baby Bol Rock-n-Roll’ is originally sung by Kishore Kumar, Javed Jaffrey, and S. Janaki.

‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa’ features Himesh Reshammiya, Neeti Mohan, and Anu Malik as judges, and Aditya Narayan as the host. Now, every week the top 11 contestants are giving their best to impress the judges and the audience to win the singer of the week title.

While the show’s refreshing format and introduction of fresh talent have created a stir among the audience,...

‘Badass Ravi kumar’, produced by Himesh Reshammiya’s music label ‘Himesh Reshammiya Melodies’ all set for a Dussehra release on 11th October 2024. The film will be a spin-off from his popular ‘The Xpose’ franchise starring Himesh as Ravi kumar his character from the franchise.

Set in the glamorous and larger than life 1970s era, the film will be a musical action entertainer with opulent songs and some very high octane action sequences designed by the best action directors across the globe.

The biggest surprise will be Prabhu Deva who will essay the role of a villain, Carlos Pedro Panther for the first time, a larger than life eccentric villain against Ravi kumar. Other key cast and credits of the film including 9 other villains besides the lead heroine and many big character artists will be announced soon along with the director of the film.

The script has been in the works...

‘Badass Ravi kumar’, produced by Himesh Reshammiya’s music label ‘Himesh Reshammiya Melodies’ all set for a Dussehra release on 11th October 2024. The film will be a spin-off from his popular ‘The Xpose’ franchise starring Himesh as Ravi kumar his character from the franchise.

Set in the glamorous and larger than life 1970s era, the film will be a musical action entertainer with opulent songs and some very high octane action sequences designed by the best action directors across the globe.

The biggest surprise will be Prabhu Deva who will essay the role of a villain, Carlos Pedro Panther for the first time, a larger than life eccentric villain against Ravi kumar. Other key cast and credits of the film including 9 other villains besides the lead heroine and many big character artists will be announced soon along with the director of the film.

The script has been in the works...

Actor Jackie Shroff, remembering the lessons he received from both his parents as well as his mentor, the acclaimed director Subhash Ghai, thanked them for their guidance and wished them ‘Happy Teacher’s Day’, as gratitude.

Taking to Instagram, the actor shared several pictures of himself with both his parents as well as with Subhash Ghai and captioned the post: “From my first life lessons from my parents and brother to the unforgettable guidance on set with Subhash Ghai, I’ve come a long way.”

“My teachers will always have a special respect in my heart for moulding me into the person I am today. Happy Teacher’s Day. Thank You,” he added.

The veteran actor, who is renowned for his roles in films such as ‘Border’, ‘Ram Lakhan’, ‘Devdas’, ‘Baap Numbri Beta Dus Numbri’, ‘Rangeela’ and ‘Agni Sakshi’ too was a novice once, and hasn’t shied away from admitting this.

New Delhi, Aug 8 (Ians) Veteran actress Saira Banu’s new social media post has grabbed everyone’s heart reminiscing the priceless bond that late actor Dilip Kumar and Director Subhash Ghai shared, and how they continued to work together for the film ‘Karma’.

Ever since her debut on Instagram, Saira has been seen sharing beautiful memories of Dilip Kumar. Taking to Instagram on Tuesday, Saira shared a delightful incident of the first interaction between Dilip Kumar and Subhash Ghai.

She shared a throwback coloured happy picture of the two, stating: “Sahib’s artistic union with Subhash Ghai not only resulted in cinematic triumphs but also solidified their close bond, reflecting the impact of their creative journey together.”

Saira also opened up on the 1986 action thriller film ‘Karma’, which has marked 37 years on Tuesday.

“During the 80s, along with a well-known film distributor, Rn Mandre, Subhash Ji had flown to Bangalore...

Mumbai, June 18 (Ians) “You are my today and all of my tomorrows,” Bollywood actor and Dharmendra’s grandson Karan Deol waxed lyrical as he shared the first pictures of his marriage ceremony with long-time girlfriend and now wife, Drisha Acharya.

Karan and Drisha officially became man and wife on Sunday afternoon at a five-star hotel in Mumbai in the neighbourhood of Shah Rukh Khan’s Mannat and then they got ready for the reception — Drisha looking svelte and stunning in her beige flowing gown and Karan, dapper in his tuxedo and bowtie.

“The beginning of a beautiful journey in our lives,” Karan wrote on Instagram. “We are overwhelmingly thankful for the abundant blessings and well wishes that surround us!”

“Blessed to have a daughter in our family now,” said doting uncle Bobby Deol, increasingly looking like “Kgf” star Yash’s doppelganger, but resplendent in festive finery.

The wedding reception saw...

Film producer Madhu Mantena and author and yoga teacher Ira Trivedi officially tied the knot on Sunday night and the who’s who of Bollywood came to bless the newly-wedded couple. Mantena, who was previously married to fashion designer Masaba Gupta, and Trivedi kickstarted their wedding festivities with the mehndi on Saturday night. Their marriage ceremony was followed by a grand reception for their industry friends and colleagues.

The celebrities who came to bless the couple spanned generations. They included Aamir Khan, who was the lead star in Mantena’s ‘Ghajini’, Hrithik Roshan (with Saba Azad), Allu Arjun, Kartik Aaryan, Rajkummar Rao and Patralekha, Vivek Oberoi, Sara Ali Khan, Huma Qureshi, Sonakshi Sinha and Rakul Preet Singh.

The seniors were also there in full force: Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Anupam Kher, Rakesh and Pashmina Roshan, Subhash Ghai, Boney Kapoor, Sonali Bendre, Chunky Pandey and Goldie Behl. Madhur Bhandarkar and his wife were present too,...

Folk-fusion singer Papon, who achieved a lot of fame for his track ”Moh Moh Ke Dhaage’, ‘Kaun Mera’ and ‘Kyon’, remembered late actor Satish Kaushik on his 67th birth anniversary and how he sang for him in his 2021 movie ‘Kaagaz.’

In a tribute to the late actor and director, Papon performed his favourite song ‘Moh Moh Ke Dhaage’ from the film ‘Dum Laga Ke Haisha’ during a special programme organised by veteran actor Anupam Kher for his friend Satish Kaushik.

Papon said: “Although I never had the chance to meet Satish Kaushik in person, I had the privilege of singing for him in his movie ‘Kaagaz.’ He was such a child at heart and a joy to work with. When I was young, my parents being artists, we moved around a lot, and I did not watch many movies. But everyone must remember the iconic character of Calendar that Satish...

Mumbai, Feb 25 (Ians) Director Subhash Ghai, who is known for films such as ‘Karz’, ‘Hero’, ‘Taal’, ‘Ram Lakhan’ and others, is venturing into the medium of television with the show ‘Jaanaki’. The show is a daily soap revolving around women empowerment, and is supposed to go on air in May 2023.

Subhash Ghai will work in the capacity of a producer on the show and the shooting for its 208 episodes will start this month.

Talking about the same, Subhash Ghai said: “Television is the most powerful medium that has the power to reform and redefine entertainment in our country. With ‘Jaanaki’ we aim to strengthen the movement of women empowerment.”

His company Mukta Arts has recently finalised an agreement with the CEO of Prasar Bharti to produce the show. “As ‘Doordarshan’ is the most viewed channel in India, it is an honour to associate with such an iconic brand for our first daily soap,...

From checking out the state’s variety of cuisines to exploring its places of worship, forts, and historical monuments, the seven-part series ‘Postcards from Maharashtra’ gave the actress and show host Sai Tamhankar new insights into the people and culture of her state.

Sai was seen most recently in Subhash Ghai’s crime thriller ‘Black & White’. She made her Marathi cinema debut with ‘Sanai Chaughade’ and appeared in the Aamir Khan-starrer ‘Ghajini’ as well.

Talking about hosting the series, she said: “Through this opportunity, I got a chance to experience and rekindle my love for the mystic beauty, palatable delicacies, and the rich Marathi culture like a traveller. Being part of the series made me feel proud to be a Marathi Mulgi and this series will always own a special place in my heart.”

Through the series, Sai will be seen talking about the ancient caves of Elephanta, Unesco heritage sites in Aurangabad,...