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The teaser of Eetha, which was attached with Cocktail 2, has got a rocking response and it has significantly enhanced the hype for the Shraddha Kapoor-starrer. The film was scheduled for a release on August 28 but it seems like the much-awaited period flick might not arrive that day, Bollywood Hungama has learned. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “The producers – Maddock Films – are wondering whether to prepone the release or postpone. However, it is clear that they don’t plan to bring the film on the original release date – August 28. In a few days, they are expected to make an official announcement on the change of release date.” Until last week, as many as 4 films were scheduled to release in the last week of August. The first film to book the coveted slot was Khosla Ka Ghosla 2. Like the much-loved first part, the sequel stars Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, Ranvir Shorey, Parvin Dabas, Tara Sharma and others. Later, makers of The Vvan also announced that they would arrive on the same d...

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne is proud to announce that acclaimed actor and humanitarian Rani Mukerji will be conferred the prestigious Honorary Doctor of Letters by La Trobe University during the 2026 edition of the festival. The honorary degree will be presented at a special ceremony on August 14, 2026, at Federation Square in Melbourne, as part of the festival celebrations. The recognition honours Rani Mukerji’s extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema, along with her longstanding commitment to social causes supporting women, children and marginalised communities. The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, which will take place from 13 to 23 August 2026, has, over the years, established itself as one of the world’s leading celebrations of Indian cinema. Bringing together some of the finest voices from the Indian film industry, the festival continues to strengthen cultural ties between India and Australia while celebrating stories and artists that have left a lasting impact o...

Sara Ali Khan has been announced as the newest brand ambassador for Kalyan Jewellers, marking a significant addition to the jewellery retailer's star-studded lineup. The actress will now represent the brand alongside Bollywood icons Amitabh Bachchan and Katrina Kaif as Kalyan Jewellers continues to strengthen its connect with consumers across the country. The company believes Sara's personality and public image reflect the evolving aspirations of modern Indian women while remaining deeply connected to the country's cultural heritage. Her appointment is expected to further enhance the brand's appeal among younger audiences without losing sight of its long-standing legacy. Speaking about the collaboration, Kalyan Jewellers Executive Director Ramesh Kalyanaraman stated that jewellery often becomes a symbol of cherished relationships, important milestones and treasured memories in people's lives. He noted that Sara's authenticity, confidence and grounded personalit...

Dhamaal 4 is literally creating a dhamaal at the box office. After an opening of Rs. 13.72 crores, the film jumped to Rs. 22.48 crores on Saturday followed by Rs. 28.15 crores on Sunday. On Monday, the film collected Rs. 8.18 crores, which made it clear that the film is set for a long run. Looking at the huge response, Dhamaal 4 makers have decided to not opt for the Tuesday offer. By doing so, the film has joined the elite list of films like Dhurandhar (2025) and Dhurandhar The Revenge (2026). A trade source told Bollywood Hungama, “Usually, when films are doing exceptionally well, it is an indication that there’s a tremendous urgency to watch it. In such cases, producers and distributors avoid selling tickets for discounted rates on Tuesdays.” The source added, “In the past, the Aamir Khan-starrer Sitaare Zameen Par (2025) and Raid 2 (2025), starring Ajay Devgn, also didn’t offer discounted ticket prices on Tuesday during their first week.” If one feels that Dhamaal 4’s footfalls on...

Veteran Bollywood star Govinda is all set to return to the big screen with a brand-new project. The actor recently hosted a press conference to officially announce his comeback film, Roopa, marking his return to cinema after a prolonged gap. At the event, Govinda unveiled the first poster of the film, introduced newcomer Rani Swarankar as the leading lady, and revealed that he is also producing the project. Once among the biggest superstars of the 1990s, Govinda has largely stayed away from films in recent years after a string of releases failed to leave an impact at the box office. However, the actor appeared confident and optimistic as he spoke about embarking on a fresh journey with Roopa. Opening up about the challenges he has faced over the years and his determination to keep moving forward, Govinda said, “Maybe it was destiny that I was written off so many times. People kept saying, ‘Now he won’t appear in films anymore.’ But I always started again. I pray to God that this film ...

Filmmakers Anurag Kashyap and Vikramaditya Motwane have teamed up to present writer-director Ravi Muppa's acclaimed short film, Incognito. Starring Vikram Singh, Ayushi Nema, and Dev Chauhan, the psychological thriller—set to release on July 15—will officially launch a brand-new, shorts-exclusive YouTube channel, Oh Flip Shorts, backed by producer Ranjan Singh and curated by Kashyap. The platform aims to serve as a premium home for groundbreaking short-form cinema, dropping one curated title every month to foster a dedicated community for indie creators. Incognito arrives on the platform on the heels of a decorated global festival run, playing at over 20 international festivals including the prestigious, Oscar-qualifying Palm Springs International ShortFest. “I’ve always loved short films as they are the first stepping stone for a director to test their storytelling style and give them actual practice in shooting a story,” said Kashyap. “Continuing the same, this is our effort to ...

Bollywood actor Arshad Warsi has made a significant gain from a real estate transaction after selling a commercial property in Mumbai's sought-after Lokhandwala Complex. According to property registration documents accessed by real estate data analytics firm Liases Foras, the actor has sold the commercial unit for Rs. 6.25 crores, generating an estimated profit of nearly Rs. 4 crores over his original purchase price. As per these documents, the property is situated in Andheri West's Lokhandwala area and comprises a carpet area of 63.87 square metres (684 square feet). The unit was acquired by Umang Rajkumar Budhraja for Rs. 6.25 crores. The transaction was officially registered with the Maharashtra Inspector General of Registration on July 1, 2026. The registration records further indicate that the buyer paid a stamp duty of Rs. 37.50 lakhs to complete the purchase. Based on the transaction value and the property's carpet area, the deal translates to an approximate price o...

The makers of Namit Malhotra’s Ramayana have officially announced that the film’s trailer will premiere worldwide on July 24, 2026. Positioned as one of the biggest cinematic projects inspired by Indian mythology, the film aims to bring one of the country’s most celebrated epics to audiences across the globe. Earlier, the makers unveiled the Rama glimpse, offering viewers a first look at the film’s visual scale and interpretation of the timeless epic. The preview generated significant buzz and heightened anticipation for the project. With the trailer release date now confirmed, excitement surrounding the film has grown even further. Planned as a two-part theatrical event, Ramayana: Part One seeks to present the revered story on a grand cinematic canvas through large-scale visuals, emotional storytelling, and advanced visual effects. The upcoming trailer is expected to offer audiences a deeper look into the world created by the filmmakers.   View this post on Instagram   A...

Set during the 1999 Kargil War, the series follows the untold story of the Golden Arrows Squadron, highlighting the courage, sacrifice and determination of the personnel involved. Rather than focusing solely on the battlefield, the drama explores the people behind the mission and their contribution to a defining chapter in India's modern military history. Directed by Oni Sen and created by Abhijeet Singh Parmar and Kushal Srivastava, Operation Safed Sagar features an ensemble cast including Siddharth, Jimmy Shergill, Abhay Verma, Dia Mirza, Prajakta Koli, Adil Hussain, Mihir Ahuja, Taaruk Raina, Arnav Bhasin and Amrita Bagchi. Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix India said, “At Netflix, we are committed to championing bold, original stories that haven't been told before. Operation Safed Sagar is a story the Indian Air Force has trusted us to tell, a first-of-its-kind series inspired by the IAF's role in the Kargil War. It is a tribute to the courage, camaraderie and sacrifice...

Aamir Khan recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of his cult film, Lagaan (2001) and is all set to join hands with Lagaan director Ashutosh Gowariker once again. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Lalkaara is not a biopic but based on the iconic 1952 test series between India and Pakistan. The script, written by Piyush Gupta and Neeraj Singh, is said to be an intense sports drama which explores the theme of rivalry, friendship, partition and nationalism.” The source also said, “Lalkaara will be produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment. Interestingly, Rajkumar Hirani has also come on board but only as a producer. Aamir shares a strong association with both Farhan Akhtar and Rajkumar Hirani. His very next film after Lagaan was Dil Chahta Hai (2001), directed by Farhan Akhtar, which went on to attain cult status. With Rajkumar Hirani, Aamir delivered two historic blockbusters – 3 Idiots (2009) and PK (2014).” A few days ago, Bollywood Hungama revealed that in...

Nissan India has announced actor Hrithik Roshan as its new brand ambassador, coinciding with the launch of its latest mid-size SUV, the Tekton. The partnership comes at a significant time for the automaker as it expands its presence in one of India's most competitive automotive segments with a new flagship offering. The Tekton, priced from Rs 10.49 lakh (ex-showroom), marks Nissan's entry into the mid-size SUV category and now sits at the top of the company's domestic portfolio. Bookings for the SUV have officially opened, while customer deliveries are scheduled to begin on July 20. By bringing Hrithik Roshan on board as the face of the brand, Nissan aims to strengthen its visibility and connect with a wider audience as it introduces the Tekton to Indian buyers. The collaboration is expected to support the company's efforts to establish a stronger foothold in the growing SUV market. On the design front, the Tekton features a bold and upright stance with a prominent fro...

Aamir Khan Productions, Kabir Khan Films and Australian banner Mind Blowing Films have officially announced Silkyara 41, a feature film inspired by the extraordinary rescue operation at the Silkyara Tunnel in Uttarakhand. The project will chronicle the dramatic mission that led to the safe rescue of 41 trapped workers and highlight the contribution of internationally renowned tunnelling expert Professor Arnold Dix. The announcement was made on July 9 in Melbourne and Mumbai, coinciding with a significant moment in India-Australia relations as both nations continue to strengthen bilateral ties. The makers have described Silkyara 41 as a landmark Indo-Australian collaboration that brings together creative talent, storytelling traditions and production expertise from both countries. The film will be directed by Kabir Khan, known for films such as Bajrangi Bhaijaan and '83, while the screenplay has been penned by acclaimed Australian writer Andrew Anastasios, whose credits include The...

The controversy surrounding Diljit Dosanjh's Satluj continues to intensify. A public interest litigation (PIL) has now been filed before the Punjab and Haryana High Court, challenging the sudden removal of the film from streaming platform Zee5 and seeking its restoration across the country. The PIL has been filed by Sharwan Singh, with the Union Government, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), the Punjab Government, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited, and ZEE5 named as respondents. The petition questions why the film, which is based on the life and work of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Kalra, was removed from the platform without any judicial, legal, or government directive. Filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, the petition argues that the removal of Satluj infringes upon the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression. It further contends that the explanation citing only "current circumstances" is vague and fails to specify...

After delivering the cult musical romance Aashiqui 2, Malang, Ludo and Metro… In Dino, producer Bhushan Kumar reunites with Aditya Roy Kapur for an all-new cinematic experience. Joining them is director Milap Milan Zaveri, fresh off the success of Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, as the trio comes together for an intense, violent, and deeply emotional musical love story. Blending powerful romance, high-octane action, and a soul-stirring soundtrack, the yet-untitled film promises to present love in its most passionate and raw form. Backed by T-Series, the film is being mounted on a grand scale and is set to offer audiences a compelling theatrical experience. On coming back together once again, producer Bhushan Kumar said, “Our association with Aditya goes back many years and has given us films that audiences continue to love. From Aashiqui 2 to Metro… In Dino, every collaboration has been special in its own way. We share a great creative comfort, and I’m happy we’re coming together once again...

Shah Rukh Khan has added another significant asset to his extensive real estate portfolio by acquiring the second and third floors of a residential building in Delhi's upscale Panchsheel Park locality. The transaction, valued at Rs. 37 crores, gives the Khan family complete ownership of the property, which also holds deep personal significance for the superstar. The residence is the former family home of Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan, where they lived before the actor relocated to Mumbai to pursue his career in the film industry. While the basement and ground floor of the building were already under the family's ownership, the latest purchase of the remaining two floors consolidates ownership of the entire property. Situated on a sprawling 1,200-square-yard plot, equivalent to approximately 10,800 square feet or nearly a quarter of an acre, the residence is located in one of South Delhi's most sought-after residential neighbourhoods. The deal has reportedly been valued at ...

Abundantia Entertainment has announced Angre, a theatrical feature film chronicling the life of Sarkhel Kanhojiraje Angre, the Grand Admiral of the Maratha Navy who protected India’s western seas against the British and Portuguese for over four decades. The film will be directed by National Award winning filmmaker Rajesh Mapuskar in his second collaboration with Abundantia, following Chiranjeevi Hanuman – The Eternal. Abundantia is producing Angre in association with Mapuskar’s Magij Pictures. Sarkhel Kanhojiraje Angre commanded a fleet from his headquarters at ‘Kolaba,’ defending the Konkan coast and asserting Maratha sovereignty over the Indian Ocean, carrying forward the maritime vision set in motion by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. He remained undefeated through his career and a committed follower of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s legacy. Vikram Malhotra, Founder and CEO of Abundantia Entertainment, said, “Today is one of the proudest and most exciting days at Abundantia. Sarkhel Ka...

The much awaited Dhamaal 4 is all set to release tomorrow, July 10, and the excitement is tremendous due to the casting, hilarious trailer and popularity of the franchise. It seems like the makers are very confident that just like the previous parts, the fourth part of the Dhamaal franchise will also be a hit. This is because they have ended the film with a hint of a sequel. A source told Bollywood Hungama, "At the end of Dhamaal 4, there's a scene which indicates that Dhamaal 5 is also in the offing. And just like the first four parts, Dhamaal 5 is also expected to be a madcap, crazy entertainer, going by the sequence." Directed by Indra Kumar, Dhamaal 4 brings back the franchise’s core cast, including Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Sanjay Mishra, and Jaaved Jaaferi. The ensemble cast also features Esha Gupta, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Anjali Anand, Upendra Limaye, Vijay Patkar, and Ravi Kishan, adding new faces to the comedy series. Dhamaal 4 is presented by Gulsha...

Hrithik Roshan is preparing to unlock a portion of his investment in fitness and wellness platform Cult.fit as the company moves ahead with its proposed initial public offering (IPO). While the actor will participate in the offer-for-sale (OFS), he is not exiting the business and will continue to hold equity in the company after the public issue. As per the Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) submitted by Cult.fit to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi), Hrithik plans to sell 6,33,824 equity shares as part of the OFS portion of the IPO. The actor has been associated with the company for several years, wearing multiple hats as both an investor and one of its prominent brand ambassadors. The filing further indicates that before the IPO, Hrithik owns approximately 19.01 lakh equity shares in the company, translating to nearly 0.20 percent of the pre-offer equity share capital. Following the proposed sale, he will continue to own the remaining shares, with the final holding d...

Shah Rukh Khan means big, bigger and biggest. As the superstar gears up to make a comeback to the big screen after 3-long years with the Siddharth Anand directed King, the excitement is sky-rocketing on a day-to-day basis. The film went on floors in May 2025, and the shoot is expected to be wrapped up by August 2026. Through the 1 year and 3 months, the team of King has extensively shot the film all across the world for about 150+ days, with some of the biggest stunt teams of the world. The action design of the film also requires state-of-art VFX, which is being done by Shah Rukh Khan's own company, Red Chillies Entertainment. With 6 months to go for the release, Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learnt that King is set to become the most expensive film of Shah Rukh Khan's career, surpassing his previous best Jawan. "Shah Rukh Khan always believes in delivering an uncompromised product to the audience. King started-off as an action thriller, but the ambition of SRK and Si...

The makers of Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story have unveiled the first-look poster of the much-awaited biographical drama on the occasion of former India captain Sourav Ganguly's birthday. Along with the poster, the team also confirmed that the film will release in theatres worldwide on May 14, 2027, during an extended holiday weekend. The first-look poster features Rajkummar Rao recreating one of the most memorable moments in Indian cricket history. The actor is seen portraying Ganguly during his iconic jersey-waving celebration from the Lord's balcony after India's memorable NatWest Trophy victory over England in 2002. The moment remains one of the defining images of Ganguly's captaincy and is widely remembered by cricket fans. The film will trace Ganguly's journey from a promising young cricketer to one of India's most influential captains. It aims to explore key moments from his personal and professional life while highlighting the leadership, determination a...