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Deepshika Deshmukh Celebrates Daughter’s 10th Birthday With Heartfelt Clip ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Producer Deepshika Deshmukh’s daughter Diviyanaa marked a special milestone in her life. The little girl turned 10 years old, and on her birthday, Deepshikha shared a heartwarming moment on social media.

The producer took to Instagram to share a beautiful video of the 10-year-old serenely chanting many Mantras. The clip was shared with a heartfelt caption that read, “To our little light who chants with the wisdom of ages — happy birthday to the kindest, coolest one. We love you soooo much. Gonna be a double digit. God bless you. #10years.”

Bollywood Celebs Bestowed Their Blessings On Diviyanaa

Shortly after the video was posted, Bollywood celebrities showered blessings on the birthday girl. From aunt Genelia Deshmukh to actors like Rakul Preet Singh, Bhumi Pednekar, and Twinkle Khanna, several stars sent their warmest wishes to Diviyanaa, calling the young...

These 10 Bollywood Box Office Bombs Deserve The Top Spot In Your Ott Watchlist! (Photo Credit – Instagram/Instagram)

Some movies smash box office records in every film industry regardless of what critics say. But some well-made films somehow go unnoticed by audiences and quietly slip under the radar. In Bollywood too, several such gems didn’t draw crowds to theatres in a big way despite their merits. We’ve compiled a list of ten overlooked Hindi films that deserved more love at the box office, but absolutely deserve a spot on your Ott watchlist. Read on to see how many you’ve missed.

1. Maidaan (2024) Streaming On – Amazon Prime Video IMDb Rating – 7.9/10 Director – Amit Ravindernath Sharma Box Office Collection (India) – 54 Crores

Plot: Inspired by the incredible story of coach Syed Abdul Rahim (played by Ajay Devgn), who helped shape the golden era of Indian football during the 1950s and early 1960s. It...

Maalik Box Office Day 1 (Early Trends): Stays Away From 10 Lowest Openers Of 2025! (Photo Credit –YouTube)

Rajkummar Rao’s Maalik has opened at the box office in the expected range – much lower than the actor’s last theatrical release. On the opening day, the film scored lower than the last few releases at the box office – Sitaare Zameen Par, Maa, and even Metro…In Dino.

Rajkummar Rao’s Last Opening

The actor was last seen in Bhool Chuk Maaf. The romantic comedy, also starring Wamiqa Gabbi, opened at 7.2 crore at the box office on day 1. His latest release has now opened at least 50% lower on day 1.

Maalik Box Office Day 1 Early Estimates

On the opening day, July 11, Friday, Maalik earned in the range of 3.5 – 3.7 crore. The action drama, opened in the theaters with an occupancy of 6.6% in the morning shows. This was followed by 11.1% occupancy for the afternoon shows. For...

Maalik Box Office Bms Pre-Sales: Rajkummar Rao Aiming Redemption On The Opening Day? (Photo Credit –Instagram)

Rajkummar Rao’s Maalik has not been able to register an impact with its advance bookings at the ticket window. The pre-sales of the film have been registered at 16.68K tickets before the release of the film. Now, the actor aims for redemption at the ticket window on the opening day!

Rajkummar Rao Beats Arjun Kapoor

Rajkummar Rao has surpassed Arjun Kapoor’s Mere Husband Ki Biwi with its ticket pre-sales. Mere Husband Ki Biwi, also starring Bhumi Pednekar, and Rakul Preet Singh, registered a ticket pre-sale of only 16K.

Maalik Box Office Ticket Pre-Sales

Maalik has registered a ticket pre-sales of 16.6K on Bms. It is the fourth-lowest ticket pre-sales for a Bollywood film in 2025 on BookMyShow. Hopefully, the film will grow after positive word-of-mouth.

Trending Kuberaa Box Office Collection Day 21: Concludes Its 3rd Week,...

Global cinema including Indian cinema has given rise to actors who have not only made significant contributions to the cinematic world but have also inspired millions through their social influence. Two such personalities who continue to motivate the public to work towards a better tomorrow are Leonardo DiCaprio and Bhumi Pednekar. From national platforms to global forums, both actors have leveraged their stardom and social presence to promote climate consciousness.

In addition to being an acclaimed Hollywood actor, Leonardo DiCaprio is a dedicated environmentalist and philanthropist. In 1998, he founded the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation to advocate for a sustainable planet. Through this platform, he has addressed pressing global challenges such as climate change, access to clean water, biodiversity protection, ocean conservation, and disaster relief.

He also serves on the boards of the Natural Resources Defense Council (Nrdc), Global Green USA, and the International Fund for Animal Welfare. Over the years, DiCaprio...

While many of our favourite celebrities leave us swooning over their luxurious vacations, only a few actively promote sustainability through their travel choices. From embarking on minimal-impact trips and practicing mindful wellness to championing eco-tourism, Bhumi Pednekar and Samantha Ruth Prabhu consistently prioritise sustainability both during holidays and in their everyday lives. On World Environment Day, we spotlight the ways these two actors are blending vacation with environmental consciousness, strategically shifting focus toward conservation.

For Bhumi Pednekar, change begins with small habits. The actress has sworn off single-use plastics and always carries reusable cutlery. Known for her commitment to environmental causes, she actively promotes eco-tourism and minimal-impact travel. By encouraging sustainable practices during vacations and raising awareness about responsible tourism, Bhumi inspires others to explore the wonders of nature while preserving them for future generations. She firmly believes that eco-friendly choices can allow people to enjoy the planet’s beauty while also caring for it.

In the Ott age, the bar for what’s “watchable” is lower than ever. Audiences are no longer chasing only quality—they’re chasing comfort, drama, escapism, and just enough plot to keep pressing “next episode.” That’s where Netflix’s The Royals slides in. With a mere 4.2-star IMDb rating and a 36% rotten tomatoes score, the show is “glitzy and painfully inert” and really far from critically praised. Yet, it’s trending. Not because it’s a standout rom-com or binge-worthy series on Netflix—but because it’s easy to consume.

Priyanka Ghose and Nupur Asthana’s The Royals follows the tired but crowd-pleasing formula of will-they-won’t-they, set against an opulent but debt-ridden palace backdrop. It’s predictable, dry in parts, and barely lifts off emotionally. But it’s shiny, occasionally funny, and performs just well enough to ride the Netflix algorithm. There’s a reason it’s...

The Royals Ott Verdict (Week 4) Update (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Royals season 1 is still going strong and has grabbed a spot in the list of Netflix’s weekly top 10. It is at the top spot in two other countries apart from India. Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar starrer rom-com declined in viewership but maintained its last week’s spot. Keep scrolling for more.

As we reported previously, the rom-com is chasing the lifetime viewership of Mismatched S3, which registered 14.7 million views. It is lagging behind, but seeing its stronghold, I do not think this feat is impossible. The ensemble cast of Ishaan’s show also attracts viewers, especially Zeenat Aman.

The Royals Ott Verdict (Week 4)

The 2025 rom-com has eight episodes, and the fresh pairing of Bhumi Pednekar and Ishaan Khatter is working its magic. Based on the data provided by Netflix, The Royals accumulated 1.4 million views in its fourth week,...

Despite early monsoon rains disrupting production schedules and a challenging external environment, Abundantia Entertainment CEO Vikram Malhotra remains bullish about the Indian entertainment landscape — and his company’s ambitious expansion plans.

Speaking from the sets of his project, an untitled film starring Madhuri Dixit and Triptii Dimri, which has been shooting through unseasonably heavy rains, Malhotra outlines an aggressive growth strategy that includes international expansion, vertical content development, and a strategic fundraising initiative to fuel the company’s three-year roadmap.

“Despite the challenging external environment, we are staying on track. We are staying on course, and dare I say, actually enhancing and improving on the plan that we have set for ourselves,” Malhotra tells Variety.

The momentum comes on the heels of a strong performance from “Chhorii 2,” the sequel to Abundantia’s 2021 thriller, which Malhotra says “exceeded its targets” on Prime Video in terms of both audience response and platform performance.

Criminal Justice S4 Ott Verdict: Pankaj Tripathi Settles For Number 2! (Photo Credit – YouTube)

Criminal Justice Season 4 has served as piping hot courtroom drama, and it seems like another victory for Applause Entertainment in association with BBC Studios India. The web series has opened to rave reviews, and Pankaj Tripathi is roaring high with phenomenal viewership during the debut week!

Falls Slightly Short Of Last Season’s Debut!

Pankaj Tripathi-led courtroom drama fell slightly short in terms of viewership of last season’s debut week number! Season 3 of the series arrived on Hotstar on August 29, 2022, and it garnered a viewership of 8.9 million in its debut week.

Criminal Justice Season 4 Ott Verdict!

In its debut week, in the list of the most-watched streaming originals in India for the week of May 26 – June 1, Criminal Justice S4, managed to garner a viewership of 8.4 million, as per Ormax data, claiming the number one spot in...

MTV Roadies Double Cross Grand Finale: Gullu Vs Hartaj – Who Deserves To Win? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The stage is set for MTV Roadies Double Cross Grand Finale, and the five finalists of the show are Hartaaj Singh from Gang Prince, Gullu from Gang Elvish, Rd from Gang Gautam, Rohit from Gang Rhea and Rishabh from Gang Neha! While all the participants are gearing up for an intense battle, it would eventually boil down to Hartaaj Vs Gullu for the trophy!

Rohit’s Brilliant Semi-Final Task

In the semi-final, Gang Rhea and its last survivor, Rohit, did a brilliant task, walking off as the fastest and canceling every other gang’s chance to send two of its members to the Grand Finale! However, buzz clearly hints that it is Gullu Vs Hartaaj for the trophy!

MTV Roadies Double Cross Winner Gullu?

Buzz and speculations also suggest that it is Elvish Yadav...

Here’s When & Where You Can Stream Chhal Kapat -The Deception! (Photo Credit – Zee5)

A happy wedding celebration takes a dark turn in the upcoming crime thriller Chhal Kapat -The Deception. The series stars Shriya Pilgaonkar as a tough cop who enters the scene after a mysterious death shakes up the joyful atmosphere. Continue scrolling to learn more about its release date and other details.

When Is Chhal Kapat – The Deception Releasing On Ott?

Chhal Kapat – The Deception will start streaming on ZEE5 from June 6, 2025. The makers unveiled a new poster on May 31, featuring Shriya Pilgaonkar in a fierce avatar as a police officer. Alongside the poster, the official release date was confirmed.

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Chhal Kapat – The Deception: Plot & Cast Details

Chhal Kapat unfolds during an intimate wedding, when the atmosphere suddenly turns dark with a mysterious death. Shriya Pilgaonkar,...

The Royals Ott Verdict: Will It Surpass It Netflix’s Last Rom-Com? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Bhumi Pednekar and Ishaan Khatter’s show The Royals has managed to claim a spot in the top 10 non-English shows on Netflix globally for the third continuous week! In three weeks, the web series stands at a total of 10.7 million views. It has found a spot in the top 10 non-English films of the week on Netflix in 17 other countries, including Trinidad & Tobago, Kuwait, Bahrain, and others.

Trending At The Number 1 Spot In India & 5 Countries

Also starring Zeenat Aman in a very special role along with Sakshi Tanwar, Vihaan Samat, and others, the show has claimed the number 1 spot on Netflix in the top 10 non-English shows of the week in six countries, including India, Bangladesh, Maldives, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Mauritius.

The Royals Ott Verdict Week 3

As per the data by Netflix from May 19 to May 25, The Royals,...

Kankhajura Review: Roshan Mathew Manipulates Me To Binge This At Once! (Photo Credit –Instagram)

Kankhajura Review: Star Rating:

Cast: Roshan Mathew, Mohit Raina, Ninad Kamat, Mahesh Shetty, Sarah Jane Dias, Trinetra Haldar, and others

Creator: Adapted from the Israeli Series Magpie

Director: Chandan Arora

Streaming On: Sony Liv

Language: Hindi

Runtime: 8 episodes of 40 minutes each

When something creeps on you, you have to find that thing and object because it feels like it is crawling everywhere! Something similar happened to me when I watched the Kankhajura teaser. I was excited to watch this web series and the feeling intensified once the trailer arrived! And while I was not very sure of watching this whole at once, something crept into me, and I kept shunning it, deciding to watch just one more episode, till I binged on the entire web series!

Starring Roshan Mathew as the lead, the plot was well explained in the trailer itself!

If there’s one thing the Indian entertainment industry has truly nailed in this streaming era, it’s the art of stirring up controversy with a generous sprinkle of drama—both on-screen and off. Take “The Royals,” for instance, Netflix’s tantalizing blend of political fiction and family feuds, featuring Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar. It’s extravagant, it’s over-the-top, it’s loud, and let’s be honest—it never claimed to be a history lesson. Yet here we are, just days after the announcement of its second season, watching real-life aristocrats hit the brakes on this wild ride of royal chaos.

But let’s not jump the gun.

In a nation where palace gates have long been shut and the crown is more of a symbol than anything else, shows like “The Royals” aren’t meant to be documentaries—they’re dramatic reflections of our shared fascination with legacy,...

Gram Chikitsalay Ott Verdict (Week 3): Will It Cross Lifetime Views Of Jitendra Kumar’s Web Series?(Photo Credit –Prime Video)

Amol Parashar’s web series Gram Chikitsalay has garnered love and attention despite mixed reviews and a lukewarm start on Prime Video. The show by Tvf is very similar to the blueprint of Panchayat, and there have been comparisons between the two ever since it dropped.

Amol Parashar Impresses!

Amol Parashar’s version of Doctor Sahab has clearly hit a chord with audiences as the web series garnered a viewership of 10.9 million views in three weeks, finding a consistent spot in the top 5 most viewed web series of the week.

Gram Chikitsalay arrived on Prime Video on May 9. In the list of the most-watched streaming original series in India for the week of May 19 – May 25, 2025, the web series garnered 2.7 million views in the third week, taking the third spot,...

Criminal Justice Season 4 Review: Pankaj Tripathi Is A Show Stealer! (Photo Credit – YouTube)

Criminal Justice: A Family Matter Review: Star Rating:

Cast: Pankaj Tripathi, Surveen Chawla, Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub, Barkha Singh, Shweta Basu Prasad, Meeta Vasisht, Asha Negi & others

Creator: Harman Wadala, Rahul Ved Prakash, Varsha Ramachandran, and Riya Poojary

Director: Rohan Sippy

Streaming On: JioHotstar

Language: Hindi

Runtime: 8 episodes of 50 minutes each, new episodes out on every Thursday

Criminal Justice: A Family Matter Review: Each & Every Move Well Designed! (Photo Credit – YouTube) Criminal Justice: A Family Matter Review: What’s It About:

“Har ek gawaah ek adhyaay hai us katha ka jo hum baanchenge judge sahab ke saamne. To judge sahab ko kahani sahi samajh aaye iske liye aavashyak hai, katha ka kram sahi ho.” With this lesson, as important as the bible for any lawyer, Pankaj Tripathi, as advocate Madhav Mishra, is ready to defend another Murder trial.

The Diplomat Ott Verdict: Enter Top 5 Most-Viewed Hindi Films Of 2025 On Netflix! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

John Abraham’s The Diplomat has finally found love on Netflix, and after a lukewarm start in its debut week, the political thriller continues to give up its spot, which has been claimed in the top 10 non-English films trending on Netflix last week!

Number 1 Film In 4 Countries

Helmed by Shivam Nair, John Abraham‘s film is trending at the number 1 spot in four countries on Netflix in the top 10 non-English films of the week – India, Bangladesh, Maldives, and Sri Lanka. It is, however, roaring in the top 10 non-English films of the week on Netflix in 15 countries.

As per the data by Netflix from May 19 to May 25, The Diplomat in its third week, garnered a viewership of 2.4 million on Netflix against 5.4 million viewing hours and secured the 4th spot in the globally trending list of top 10 non-English films on Netflix,...

Netflix Shows New Seasons Coming Up(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Netflix is returning with the following chapters of its most loved series. Mismatched, Black Warrant, Maamla Legal Hai, and The Royals are set to return soon with brand-new seasons. Unforgettable characters, a distinctive storyline, and more have captivated the audience, carving a place in viewers’ hearts.

Netflix Indian Shows Returning With New Seasons

1. Mismatched S4 IMDb rating: 6 Director: Akarsh Khurana & Nipun Dharmadhikari

This beloved coming-of-age romance has grown with Prajakta Koli and Rohit Saraf’s characters Dimple and Rishi as they navigate the complexities of young love and personal growth. Season 3 saw them face new challenges in their relationships and careers. Their chemistry, paired with a heartfelt storyline and standout soundtracks including hits like “Aise Kyun” and “Ishq Hai”, has resonated deeply with their young fans.

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India’s Hindi Film Industry, aka Bollywood, is famous for its musical romantic-comedy movies. Netflix knows this very well, and that’s why they have produced an original series starring some of India’s biggest up-and-coming names in this cringey yet addictive rom-com series.

If you have seen Netflix’s mystery thriller drama miniseries The Perfect Couple starring Nicole Kidman and Liev Schreiber and were wondering who was the shirtless hunk taking a shower, then wonder no more as The Royals gives you Ishaan Khatter in the leading role and mostly shirtless.

Created by Rangita Pritish Nandy and Ishita Pritish Nandy, the Netflix series is set in modern-day India, and it revolves around a financially struggling Royal family who decide to revive their fortunes with the help of an ambitious entrepreneur by turning their palace into a luxury resort.

Bhool Chuk Maaf Day 1 Ticket Sales: Rajkummar Rao Pushes The Diplpmat Out Of Top 10! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Bhool Chuk Maaf has opened at the box office positively defying the expected numbers. In fact, the ticket sales of the film on Bms also made a great start, making their entry into the top 10 opening day ticket sales for a Hindi film in 2025 on Bms.

7th Biggest Opening Day Ticket Sales

Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi’s film registered the seventh best ticket sales of 2025 for the opening day on Bms. It surpassed Sunny Deol’s Jaat and pushed it further to the 8th spot. Jaat registered a ticket sale of 110K on the opening day.

Bhool Chuk Maaf Opening Ticket Sales

On the opening day, Friday, May 23, Bhool Chuk Maaf registered a ticket sale of 145K which is the seventh highest ticket sale of 2025 on Bms for a Hindi film. These...

The Diplomat Ott Verdict Week 2( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The Diplomat, starring John Abraham, received positive reviews during its theatrical run. It is now streaming on Netflix and made its debut in the weekly top 10 list in week 2. It is in the top 5 positions and might climb up in the following weeks. Keep scrolling for more.

The political thriller was directed by Shivam Nair and written by Ritesh Shah. It is based on the real-life case of Uzma Ahmed, who returned to India in 2017. Uzma’s character has been portrayed by Shikara fame Sadia Khateeb. The movie also features Kumud Mishra, Revathy, Ashwath Bhatt, Jagjeet Sandhu, and Sharib Hashmi in crucial roles.

The Diplomat Ott Verdict

For the unversed, the John Abraham-led movie started streaming online on May 9 but was not on Netflix’s weekly top 10 list for non-English films in its debut week. But it is better late than never!

The Royals Ott Verdict Week 2( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Bhumi Pednekar, Ishaan Khatter, and Dino Morea’s rom-com drama The Royals succeeded in holding the people’s attention in its second week after release. The Netflix series is steadily positioned in a favorable position. Keep scrolling for more.

The Royals Ott Verdict

The trending rom-com series debuted on Netflix on May 9, 2025. It is on the weekly list of the top 10 non-English TV shows for the second time. The show has witnessed a significant rise in viewership from its debut week. Based on the data provided by Netflix, it achieved a strong viewership of 3 million in its debut week and was ranked #3.

Now, in its second week from May 12-18, The Royals has held on to its #3 spot royally, and there has also been a sharp hike in viewership. The series generated 5.5 million views in its first week 2 and has been watched...

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah Producers Sent Disha Vakani A Legal Notice? ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

It has been 8 years since Disha Vakani left Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. Never has it possibly been this difficult to find a replacement for an actor, but that’s just how talented our Og Dayaben was! But do you know Asit Kumarr Modi and the makers got so disappointed that they once allegedly sent a 30-day legal notice to the actress? Scroll below for a lesser-known story!

Disha Vakani’s Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah contract

As most know, Disha Vakani left Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah to take a maternity break. Makers and fans thought she would resume work shortly after welcoming her first child with husband Mayur Padia.

After a while, rumors began circulating that Disha had marked a permanent exit from Tmkoc. Producer Asit Kumarr Modi then clarified that her contract had not ended,...

Odela 2 Ott Verdict: Tamannaah Bhatia’s Roaring Debut Beats Last Prime Video Biggie! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Tamannaah Bhatia’s supernatural thriller Odela 2 has managed to register a roaring debut this week on Prime Video after a disastrous performance in the theaters. The film earned 7.07 crore in its lifetime, incurring huge losses since it was mounted on a budget of 25 crore.

However, the supernatural thriller seems to have a promising run on the Ott platform. Interestingly, the first part of the franchise Odela Railway Station was a streaming original and garnered much love and attention.

Odela 2 Ott Verdict

While Odela 2 received a sad response from the audiences in the theaters, it managed to garner 3.8 million views in its debut week, taking the second spot in the list of most-watched streaming originals in India for the week of May 12 – May 18, 2025, estimated based on audience research by Ormax.

Trending Gram Chikitsalay...

Did You Know? Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah Fame Kavi Kumar Azad Was Once On Ventilator Due To Weight Issues! (Picture Credits: Tmkoc/ Facebook)

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has seen many changes in its cast. But one of the most loved characters remained Dr Hathi, played by late Kavi Kumar Azad. But did you know he feared losing weight, thinking he would lose work? Throwback to when he weighed 265 kg, which landed him on a ventilator for 10 days.

Kavi Kumar Azad began playing Hansraj Baldevraj Hathi in 2009. He was a part of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah until his last breath. For the unversed, the 46-year-old actor passed away in 2018 due to a cardiac arrest. His doctor once spoke to the media and revealed his condition at a time when he weighed a massive 265 kg.

In an interview with Filmibeat in 2018, the doctor revealed, “He was extremely obese (around 8 years ago). Actually,...

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah: Disha Vakani Made 2 Demands For Her Comeback? (Photo Credit – Sony Liv)

It would be safe to say that Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has experienced a decline in popularity in recent years. On the contrary, it is also the only Indian sitcom that has been relevant since 2008. Imagine the TRPs if Disha Vakani were still a part of the show. But do you know the makers allegedly rejected her two demands, which made us lose Dayaben forever? Scroll below for the lesser-known details!

Will Disha Vakani return as Dayaben?

The chances are highly unlikely. Multiple times, Asit Kumarr Modi has promised us that he will bring back our Og Dayaben. However, it seems like he’s also given up. As per the last update, the casting process is still underway as the makers are looking for an actress who will fulfill Disha’s shoes,...

Kull Ott Verdict (Week 2): Will Nimrat Kaur’s Show Axe Hotstar’s Most-Watched Series Of 2024? (Photo Credit –Instagram)

Nimrat Kaur, Amol Parashar, and Ridhi Dogra’s royal drama, Kull, witnessed an impressive jump in its viewership in its two-week run on JioHotstar! The web series, stands at a total viewership of 6 million in two weeks. Interestingly, the show might stay for another week in the top 5 trending list!

Amol Parashar this week witnessed a high with two of his shows on different platforms finding a spot in the top 5 list. Apart from the royal murder mystery, his rural drama on Prime Video, Gram Chikitsalay also found a spot in the top 5.

Kull Ott Verdict Week 2

Kull managed to garner 3.1 million views in the second week, taking the top spot in the list of most-watched streaming originals in India for the week of May 5 – May 11, 2025, estimated based on audience research by Ormax.

Hai Junoon Review: Totally Absurd Dance India Dance Meets India’s Got Talent! (Photo Credit –JioHotstar)

Hai Junoon Review: Star Rating:

Cast: Neil Nitin Mukesh, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sumedh Mudgalkar, Siddharth Nigam, Priyank Sharma, Boman Irani, Shazahn Padamsee, Anusha Mani, Kunwar Amar, and others

Director: Abhishek Sharma

Streaming On: JioHotstar

Language: Hindi

Runtime: 20 episodes of 40 minutes each!

The entertainment business is a tough business; trust me when I say this! I mean, there are days when I feel like an entertainment warrior fighting the most absurd content available and dissecting it so that you do not have to waste your precious time. Now, JioHotstar has brought the longest web series of this decade, Hai Junoon! It stars Neil Nitin Mukesh, Jacqueline Fernandez, and others.

The web series is a story about two groups in a college – Supersonics and Misfits. The former is a choir group and the latter is a dance group,...

Disha Vakani’s Father Starred Alongside Aamir Khan & Shah Rukh Khan! ( Photo Credit – SonyLiv; Instagram )

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is special not only because of its star cast but also because of their close association. Many may know that Disha Vakani’s father was a part of Tmkoc, but do you know he has also featured alongside Aamir Khan and Shah Rukh Khan in iconic Bollywood films? Scroll below for the lesser-known fact!

One of the major reasons Disha Vakani got into acting is her father, Bhim Vakani. He is a notable Gujarati personality who went on to appear in some renowned Bollywood films.

In 2001, Bhim Vakani starred in Aamir Khan’s Lagaan: Once Upon A Time In India. That’s not it, he was also a part of Shah Rukh Khan’s Swades: We, The People (2004). Disha Vakani’s father has also featured in Madhuri Dixit and Jackie Shroff’s Lajja.

Feisty romance and streaming platforms go together like true crime and ... er, streaming platforms. Over on Netflix, Sofia Carson can't miss when it comes to romantic movies, having dominated the streamer's charts with both 2025's "The Life List" and 2022's "Purple Hearts." Meanwhile, Hulu has seen success with its fantasy romance series "The Legend of the Blue Sea." But the reigning champion of feisty romantic fare is currently Prime Video, having seemingly perfected the trashy romantic streaming movie with "My Fault: London," the English-language remake of a Spanish romantic drama.

With that film, the all-powerful algorithm spoke through the Prime Video execs to green-light the ultimate, viewing metric-guided romantic drama. Now, however, there's competition in the form of Netflix's "The Royals." In fairness, "The Royals" isn't really direct competition to Prime Video's romantic drama. For one thing, it's a series rather than a movie, and for another, it comes from India,...

Gram Chikitsalay Ott Verdict: Panchayat’s Long-Distance Cousin Opens Well! ( Photo Credit – Amazon Prime Video )

Tvf arrived on Prime Video with a very long-distance cousin of Panchayat this week. Starring Amol Parashar, Gram Chikitsalay was a soul-extension of Jitendra Kumar’s much loved web series. However, did the medical version of this rural drama made a mark in its debut week? Well partly yes!

Opens Better Than Dupahiya!

Prime Video’s latest offering opened 33% better than the last rural drama that arrived on the platform. It was Gajraj Rao, and Renuka Shahane’s web series that garnered 1.8 million views in its debut week, and now Amol Parashar’s show has opened with 0.6 million more views!

Gram Chikitsalay Ott Verdict

Gram Chikitsalay managed to garner 2.4 million views in its debut week, taking the fourth spot in the list of most-watched streaming originals in India for the week of May 5 – May 11, 2025, estimated...

Kapkapiii Trailer Review: Shreyas Talpade Is Trying To Impress, But Will Tusshar Kapoor Serve The Purpose? (Photo Credit –YouTube)

The last few years of Indian Cinema have been good for horror comedies. But there is a saying in Sanskrit which loosely translates into ‘Excess of anything is bad,’ and currently, we are dealing with that excess. After Bhootnii (with two I’s for some strange reason) another film is arriving with three I’s in its title Kapkapiii!

Starring Shreyas Talpade and Tusshar Kapoor, along with an entire gang, the trailer, honestly, is not bad, but it isn’t good either. And currently, we really do not have space for moderate films in the theaters! So, the trailer sets up the premises straight – there is a haunted bangla/apartment with too many people, and all of them decided to call an aatma!

Playing the Ouija board turns dangerous for them as they all desperately chant,...

Bhumi Pednekar is not just an actor—she’s a force. A solo lead, a seamless ensemble player, a shape-shifter across genres—Bhumi doesn’t just perform; she inhabits her roles. Whether it’s a socially charged drama, a breezy rom-com, or a gritty thriller, Bhumi brings depth, authenticity, and a rare emotional intelligence to every frame she graces.

She has turned ‘performance’ into both her playground and battleground, choosing stories that resonate, provoke, and linger. From the mainstream success of Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, Pati Patni Aur Woh, Bala, Saand Ki Aankh, Dum Laga Ke Haisha, and Thank You For Coming, to her digital triumphs like Bhakshak, Sonchiriya, and Durgamati—Bhumi’s filmography is a tapestry of bold choices and meaningful cinema.

In an industry often bound by commercial formulas, Bhumi defies predictability. Each role she undertakes is a departure from the last, showcasing not only her range but...

Jewel Thief Ott Verdict: Saif Ali Khan Dethrones Kareena Kapoor Khan From Top 10!(Photo Credit –Netflix)

Starring Saif Ali Khan, Kunal Kapoor, Jaideep Ahlawat and others, Netflix’s Jewel Thief is continuing its stellar run on the Ott platform, garnering phenomenal numbers in terms of viewership, making records in three weeks already after becoming the most viewed Indian film of 2025 on Netflix, last week itself!

Trending In 9 Countries

The heist drama produced by Marflix has found a spot in the top 10 non-English films of the week on Netflix in a total of 9 countries, including India, Bangladesh, Oman, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Morocco, Mauritius, and Nigeria!

Jewel Thief Ott Verdict Week 3

As per the data by Netflix from May 5 to May 11, Jewel Thief, in its third week, garnered a viewership of 2.1 million on Netflix against 4.2 million viewing hours and secured the 9th spot in the globally trending list of top 10 non-English films on Netflix,...

The Royals Ott Verdict: Ishaan Khatter & Bhumi Pednekar’s Drama Trending In 43 Countries! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar’s Royal Drama, The Royals arrived on Netflix, just a week after a royal drama titled Kull arrived on Jio Hotstar. But definitely romance rates higher than murders and the Netflix offering is roaring with its debut week numbers on the charts!

Trending In 43 Countries

The royal drama created by Rangita Pritish Nandy is trending at the number 1 spot on Netflix in the top 10 non-English shows of the week in seven countries, including India, Bangladesh, Maldives, Oman, Pakistan, UAE, and Mauritius. It has also found a spot in the top 10 non-English films of the week on Netflix in 43 other countries, including Lebanon, Sri Lanka, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Colombia, and others!

The Royals Ott Verdict

As per the data by Netflix from May 5 to May 11, The Royals, in its debut week,...

Sitaare Zameen Par Trailer Review: Aamir Khan Is Making Me Feel All Izz Well In Cinema! (Photo Credit –Instagram)

Life is hard for all of us. Probably, your difficulty might seem more difficult to you than mine, but we all are fighting with difficulties. Similarly, we all have our zone of normal. Your normal might not be my normal and vice versa but yet all of us are sane, until and unless all of us are functional and Aamir Khan has brought Sitaare Zameen Par to make us realize this fact so beautifully!

First things first, if Cinema is a religion, then I definitely gave up on Cinema Gods over the last few months because there is nothing left that makes me feel the urge to reach a theater urgently and spend my precious two hours on something that might change my life!

But right at the point when I...

It's no secret that Netflix decides its content strategy based on data. The success of certain kinds of shows and films inspires the streamer to produce more of the same, but with a twist. The Royals, a new eight-episode romantic comedy series, takes the Bridgerton model and applies it to a modern-day Indian setting. The show features a royal family staring bankruptcy and obsolescence in the face, forced to join hands with a brash young CEO of a hospitality company. The family rents out their palace for "commoners" to live in, and love blossoms between the CEO and a young prince. The Royalsopened to terrible reviews last week, but has been making a splash on the streaming charts.

According to FlixPatrol, The Royals has been topping Netflix's rankings for the last two days, having dethroned the star-studded comedy series The Four Seasons. Co-created by and starring Tina Fey, The Four Seasons also features Will Forte,...

The Royals, headlined by Bhumi Pednekar and Ishaan Khatter, has begun streaming on Ott. While fans are raving about Ishaan, they are spellbound by Bhumi’s never-seen-before role as a bold entrepreneur, Sophia Shekhar. The actress stepped into a new territory by ditching the glamour quotient. By picking a layered yet lighthearted role, she’s effortlessly winning the hearts of her admirers.

After Bhumi made her presence felt in The Royals, several users took to the comment section to praise her performance and her magnetic screen presence. One user wrote, “@bhumipednekar as Sophia was literally the best casting,” while another wrote, “Bhumi killed it here.” One user wrote, “In case anyone doubts Bhumi’s acting, show them this scene, what an actress she is,” and another wrote, “Bhumi showcased female rage flawlessly.” One comment read, “@bhumipednekar delivered this scene so well,” and another read, @bhumipednekar acting literally sweeped me off my feet.

“The Royals” opens with a sun‑drenched beach in Sri Lanka, where Sophia Kanmani Shekhar’s morning run collides with a polo‑playing prince. This playful romp signals the series’ core: a modern Indian royal family grappling with ancient titles and twenty‑first‑century pressures. Sophia, a self‑made CEO with an ambitious “Royal B&b” venture, embodies India’s booming start‑up culture, while Aviraaj Singh must reconcile his inherited crown with mounting debts.

Across exotic backdrops—from sleek Mumbai boardrooms to the timeworn halls of Motibagh Palace—the show fuses light romance and dynastic drama. The creators, Rangita and Ishita Pritish Nandy, enlist Neha Veena Sharma’s scripts to explore how lineage and enterprise can clash or converge. Directors Nupur Asthana and Priyanka Ghose frame each scene with a keen eye for symbolism: the palace’s crumbling walls mirror a monarchy’s fading influence, and Sophia’s crisp...

It’s the season of the royals, and after JioHotstar’s Kull, we get a very different take on a fictional Indian royal family. With an ensemble cast featuring heavyweights like Zeenat Aman, Sakshi Tanwar, Ishaan Khatter, and Bhumi Pednekar, director Priyanka Ghose tries to blend the aesthetics of shows like Bridgerton and My Lady Jane, and she mostly gets it right. Set against a backdrop that feels very plausible in today’s India, the makers try to portray the evolving power dynamics between the royals and the modern world.

Spoilers Ahead

What happens in the show?

A CEO of a unicorn, Sophia, meets Aviraaj (the prince of the fictional city of Morpur) while jogging on the beach. Unaware of who he is, she gives him the finger at their first interaction. Later that day, they meet again, this time Sophia complaining about the loudness of Aviraaj and his buddies in a bar.

What Did Ishaan Khatter Say About The Royals Season 2? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Netflix’s latest romantic drama, The Royals, is gaining love from viewers ever since it premiered on May 9. Starring Bhumi Pednekar and Ishaan Khatter, the eight-episode series has fans hooked with its mix of love, royal chaos, and quirky characters.

Now that the first season has ended, everyone’s wondering—will there be a Season 2? While there’s no official confirmation yet, Ishaan has sparked buzz with a fun comment that might hint at a second season being in the pipeline.

Ishaan Khatter Hints At The Royals Season 2

During a fun interview with Filmfare, The Royals cast gathered to talk about their experiences and give each other funny titles. Ishaan Khatter was given the title of “Bravest Knight” by his co-stars as his character Aviraaj does everything—drives, swims, and rides horses.

Trending Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah Trivia: Before Mandar Chandwadkar,...

Created by Ishita Pritish Nandy and Rangita Pritish Nandy, “The Royals” is a massive squandered opportunity. With the time-tested narrative templates of the royals and commoners meeting, clashing, and striking romances, the terrain is rich for high drama, impossible glamour, and plentiful eye candy. Avijraaj Singh (Ishaan Khatter) has returned to his home in Morpur’s Motibagh palace for the reading of his father’s will. He’s named the successor to the throne, which he has no interest in, having spent his life running away from royal duties. However, Morpur is sinking into debt. Huge parts of the estate are falling through due to a lack of maintenance. The family has a luxurious lifestyle, to cushion which they need some sort of miracle.

It’s in Sophia (Bhumi Pednekar) that this reversal of fortunes seems plausible. A CEO at a business start-up, she pitches a deal for the royals to mingle with the commoners,...

The Royals

Directed by Priyanka Ghose and Nupur Asthana

Starring Bhumi Pednekar and Ishaan Khatter

If you are really keen on benchmarks then The Royals, directed by Priyanka Ghose and Nupur Asthana, produced by the illustrious Pritish Nandy Communications, and streaming on Netflix, can be measured against the number of parties and events that the royal family spends its time hosting attending in inebriated bliss.

In fact, the crumbling haveli, which is supposed to represent their fading glory, is swamped away in a torrent of glamour. As far as I could see, the only real problem the Singh Parivaar has is that they have no problems, except for leaky ceilings and broken hearts, nothing that a bit of attending can’t take care of.

Sadly, the attention span of the main players is less than what we would expect from aristocrats (albeit the crumbling kind). There are many generations of royalty in The Royals,...

The Royals Review: Ishaan Khatter & Bhumi Pednekar’s ‘Raja Rani Ki Kahani’ Is Glittering Gold! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The Royals Review: Star Rating:

Cast: Ishaan Khatter, Bhumi Pednekar, Sakshi Tanwar, Zeenat Aman, Nora Fatehi, Vihaan Samat, Kavya Trehan, Milind Soman

Creator: Rangita Pritish Nandy

Director: Priyanka Ghose, Nupur Asthana

Streaming On: Netflix

Language: Hindi

Runtime: 8 episodes of 40 – 45 minutes each

Generally, what is the basic structure of a Royal story? Too many heirs, too many secrets, a kingdom that has no money and is bankrupt, and probably a murder that creates all the mystery. However, Ishan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar’s drama The Royals is fresh, quirky, different, modern, and full of sass, thanks to Zeenat Aman and Dino Morea!

The drama series is all about glam and glitter in that part of society where the commoners are not so common. But while most of the stories destroy this royalty meets a commoner story,...

Count me in before anybody else when it comes to romance TV shows, because I’m sat, the second there are two people struggling to figure out if they hate each other or like each other. So it would come as no surprise to you that I was more than eager to watch two of Bollywood’s current hottest stars pine for each other in a world dripping in opulence and glamour and loads of unnecessary drama. But, you know, there’s always a “but” when a review begins with expectations that have then been shattered by disappointment. Okay, to be honest, The Royals isn’t a terrible TV show, but it isn’t great either. The show follows Sophia Shekhar, the CEO of a hospitality company, who is eager to create a new experiential B&b that involves living with a royal family. She then meets the king of Morpur,...

Palaces, power struggles, and a prince who can’t keep his shirt on — Netflix’s “The Royals” is bringing fictional Indian aristocracy to global screens.

Netflix’s latest Indian series offers viewers a contemporary twist on the romantic comedy genre through the lens of a fictitious Indian royal family in the crumbling kingdom of Morpur.

Created by Rangita Pritish Nandy and Ishita Pritish Nandy under their Pritish Nandy Communications (Pnc) banner, the series stars Ishaan Khatter as Aviraaj Singh, a reluctant, polo-playing new-age prince, alongside Bhumi Pednekar as Sophia Kanmani Shekhar, a fiercely driven CEO with corporate ambitions.

The concept began with what Rangita Pritish Nandy describes as a “dichotomy,” exploring the tension between traditional royalty and modern entrepreneurship. “Technically, Indian royalty doesn’t exist. It hasn’t existed since 1950 when it was abolished,” she explains. “So you have the palaces, and you have the apparent wealth and the show of luxury…...

Singer-turned-actress Lisa Mishra is all set to make waves with her acting debut in the upcoming series The Royals. While the show itself is a grand, star-studded affair, Lisa reveals that one of the biggest personal highlights of the project was the opportunity to work alongside veteran actress Zeenat Aman—a legend who has long been admired in her household, especially by her father.

Having grown up watching Zeenat Aman’s iconic films with her father, Lisa was deeply moved when she got to share screen space with the evergreen diva. The moment held special emotional weight for Lisa, as it connected her professional achievement with cherished childhood memories.

Lisa Mishra shares, “My dad has always been a huge admirer of Zeenat Aman. I grew up watching her films with him, and I’ll never forget the look on his face when I told

him I landed the role. It was this moment of pride,...

May brings a wave of new content to Netflix, with stories ranging from laugh-out-loud comedies to edge-of-your-seat thrillers. There’s a little something for everyone, whether you’re into big-name casts or hidden gems.

I’m pumped about this month’s mix of originals, classic movies, and a live event to close things out. Let’s dive into some of the standout titles hitting the service.

‘The Four Seasons’ (May 1)

Tina Fey co-created and stars in ‘The Four Seasons,’ a comedy series remaking the 1981 film. Alongside Steve Carell, Colman Domingo, and Will Forte, Fey explores three couples whose group vacations get messy after a breakup. It’s funny and heartfelt.

Debuting on May 1, this show nails friendship and love with a great cast. The humor and drama make it a solid watch for comedy fans looking for something fresh.

‘The Royals’ (May 9)

‘The Royals’ is an Indian romantic drama starring Bhumi Pednekar and Ishaan Khatter.

May’s lineup on Netflix is packed with fresh stories and familiar faces. From heartfelt comedies to chilling thrillers, there’s something for everyone. We’re getting a mix of original series, classic films, and a live event to cap it all off.

I’m excited to dive into the variety this month. Whether you’re into star-studded dramas or animated adventures, Netflix has you covered. Let’s break down some of the biggest titles hitting the platform.

‘The Four Seasons’ (May 1)

This new comedy series, co-created by Tina Fey, reimagines the 1981 film. It stars Fey, Steve Carell, Colman Domingo, Will Forte, Kerri Kenney-Silver, and Marco Calvani as three couples whose yearly vacations get messy when one pair splits up. The show explores friendship and love with sharp humor.

Dropping on May 1, ‘The Four Seasons’ promises laughs and heart. The stacked cast brings chemistry to this tale of long-time friends navigating change.