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YouTuber, actress, and author Prajakta Koli is gearing up to marry her longtime boyfriend and fiancé, Vrishank Khanal. In a recent interview, the Mismatched star confirmed that their wedding will take place soon. Prajakta Koli, who began her career as a radio intern before creating her YouTube channel Mostly Sane, has become a well-known name. She has worked with Bollywood stars like Anil Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, and Kiara Advani, establishing herself in both digital and mainstream entertainment. Her personal life has also drawn attention. In 2023, she made headlines by announcing her engagement to Vrishank Khanal, sharing a joyful picture showcasing her engagement ring. The proposal was a surprise to everyone—including Prajakta herself. In a conversation with Pinkvilla, Prajakta revealed that she had no idea about the ring until Vrishank proposed. “Vrishank got the ring. I never asked him where he got it from. But I love it. It’s in the car, but I like it,” she joked. R...

Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has confirmed that acclaimed actor Rajkummar Rao will portray him in his upcoming biopic. The announcement was made during a recent media interaction in Mumbai, where Ganguly revealed that while the casting has been finalized, the project faces scheduling challenges that could delay its release by more than a year. The biopic aims to chronicle the journey of one of India's most successful cricket captains, from his early days in Kolkata to his transformative leadership of the Indian cricket team. From Cricket Field to Silver Screen The biopic will showcase Ganguly's illustrious cricket career spanning over 15 years, during which he amassed 18,575 runs across all formats in international cricket. His leadership led India to 21 Test victories and a memorable World Cup final appearance in 2003, establishing him as one of cricket's most influential figures. The film is expected to delve into Ganguly's administrative roles as wel...

Bollywood actors Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt have been seen filming in Saudi Arabia for their cameos in the Hollywood remake of the 2021 Argentine film Seven Dogs. Leaked videos show both actors on set, sparking excitement among fans. The shoot took place in an undisclosed location, with Salman Khan in a de-glam avatar, while Sanjay Dutt was spotted in a dapper navy blue suit. The film is expected to introduce the two actors to a global audience, although official announcements are still pending. Leaked Videos Reveal Salman Khan’s Look Recent social media clips show Salman Khan in a khaki driver’s uniform, standing beside an auto-rickshaw, suggesting a grounded character. In another clip, he sports a checked shirt with a red handkerchief under his collar, resembling the style of Mumbai’s working-class individuals. Between takes, Salman was seen casually interacting with the crew, adding to the authenticity of his role. MEGASTAR SALMAN KHAN in Saudi Arabia today #Sikandar #SalmanKhan ...

After captivating audiences with his versatile performances, Ali Fazal is set to headline another high-octane action thriller series, this time collaborating with the acclaimed Prosit Roy, director of Paatal Lok Season 1. Adding to the excitement, the film will also feature the ever-graceful Sonali Bendre in a pivotal role. Ali Fazal has become the most prominent actor headlining major shows and will he another addition soon. Set to shoot quickly in April, the actor is expected to be seen in an avatar like never before. The yet-to-be-titled project will commence production in mid-2025, once Ali Fazal wraps up his current commitments with Raj & DK’s period fantasy drama series, Rakht Brahmand. Speaking about the collaboration, a source close to the production shared, "This series is designed to be a thrilling, large-scale action spectacle, unlike anything Ali has done before. Prosit Roy’s unique vision and storytelling prowess make him the perfect director to helm this projec...

Arjun Kapoor stars in Mudassar Aziz’s upcoming film, Mere Husband Ki Biwi. The movie revolves around his character’s chaotic love life as his ex-wife, played by Bhumi Pednekar, suffers retrograde amnesia, forgetting their divorce, while he prepares to marry his fiancée, played by Rakul Preet Singh. Love circles are entertaining on screen, but not in real life While love triangles may make for engaging cinematic content, Arjun Kapoor believes they are far from enjoyable in reality. In an interview with ETimes, he shared his thoughts on the matter. “Iss situation mein bechare ke saath jo hua hai and his past comes back because she's lost her memory. That is not a fun situation in real life to have somebody stuck in,” Arjun remarked. He further stated that such entanglements are unhealthy and should be avoided. ‘Somebody always gets hurt’ in love triangles The actor highlighted the emotional toll of being caught in a love triangle. “I don't think anybody should be stuck in this ...

The big release of the week is Mere Husband Ki Biwi, starring Arjun Kapoor, Rakul Preet Singh and Bhumi Pednekar. The film has caught attention due to its quirky title, the chemistry between the leads and the concept. In this Bollywood Hungama special feature, we’ll focus on the cuts given to the film by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The Examining Committee (EC) of the CBFC asked for four modifications - one visual and three dialogue-related. The visuals of the 'woman hand gesture' were asked to be replaced. The EC replaced the word 'Haryanvi' with 'Ek Gang'. Further, they asked to replace 'Modi ji' with 'The Government'. Finally, they asked the makers to reduce 'sensual audio of woman' by 50%. As per the sources, it was probably implemented in the scene, which is also shown in the trailer, where Rakul Preet Singh's character moans loudly while Arjun Kapoor's character kisses her neck, in order to make Bhumi Pe...

Actress Shweta Tripathi is all set to don a new hat as she ventures into production, marking an exciting new chapter in her illustrious career. Known for her powerful performances and distinctive choice of roles, Shweta has carved a niche for herself in the film and OTT space. Shweta is known for her work in critically acclaimed films and series such as Masaan, Cargo, Mirzapur franchise, Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhein franchise, Haraamkhor, Gone Kesh, Kaalkoot, amongst others. Talking about her decision to step into production, Shweta expressed, “As an actor, I’ve been fortunate to receive immense love, support, and respect from the industry, critics, and audiences. I’ve always been drawn to stories that challenge conventions and offer fresh perspectives. Over the years, I’ve worked on projects that resonate deeply and break stereotypes, and now, with all the support I’ve received, I feel inspired to tell my own stories. Filmmaking is such a collaborative process, and I want to immerse mys...

Sanya Malhotra starrer Mrs. which recently hit the tube has been receiving immense support from Indian women across the country with many resonating with the character of a housewife constantly fulfilling her duties and crushing her dreams, portrayed by the actress. Meanwhile, SIFF aka Save Indian Family Foundation has taken to social media to lash out on the film and called out the producers calling the woes faced by housewives as irrelevant and unnecessary promotion of feminism. What did the SIFF say?  Taking to the social media platform X, aka Twitter, the SIFF posted several tweets insisting that there is nothing wrong with women getting overloaded with household work. “What stress does a woman feel, while chopping vegetables and cooking food on a gas stove or doing dishes wearing gloves? Zero, Nothing. In fact, cooking is like a meditation.Is it highly stressful to press cloths or do laundry in a washing machine?,” it read as it continued in another tweet, “Men should never ...

In the month of Valentine's, love takes the spotlight in all its beautiful, boundless forms as actor and producer couple Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal proudly present TAPS an LGBTQ+ relationship drama, on YouTube. Directed by Arvind Caulagi and starring debutant Ullas Samrat and Rohit Mehra, the film lends an intimate look at how a couple navigates their way back to each other. The short film first made waves at prestigious film festivals and is now set to reach an even wider audience. The film, which won the KASHISH QDrishti Film Grant, was lauded for its delicate yet powerful portrayal of LGBTQ+ relationships. For Ali and Richa, who have been vocal advocates for inclusivity and storytelling that matters, bringing this short film to a global stage is a commitment to amplifying voices that deserve to be heard. Richa Chadha said, "Cinema is powerful because it can shift perspectives. ‘TAPS’ is one of those stories that gently yet powerfully peels back the layers of identity, lov...

Sanya Malhotra starrer Mrs. which recently hit the tube has been receiving immense support from Indian women across the country with many resonating with the character of a housewife constantly fulfilling her duties and crushing her dreams, portrayed by the actress. Meanwhile, SIFF aka Save Indian Family Foundation has taken to social media to lash out on the film and called out the producers calling the woes faced by housewives as irrelevant and unnecessary promotion of feminism. What did the SIFF say?  Taking to the social media platform X, aka Twitter, the SIFF posted several tweets insisting that there is nothing wrong with women getting overloaded with household work. “What stress does a woman feel, while chopping vegetables and cooking food on a gas stove or doing dishes wearing gloves? Zero, Nothing. In fact, cooking is like a meditation.Is it highly stressful to press cloths or do laundry in a washing machine?,” it read as it continued in another tweet, “Men should never ...

A screening of Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal, turned chaotic in Bharuch when a man vandalized the silver screen of a multiplex. The incident occurred on Sunday night at RK Cinemas during the final show, scheduled at 11:45 PM. The accused, identified as Jayesh Vasava, was allegedly intoxicated when he stormed towards the screen, damaged it with a fire extinguisher, and tore it apart. Police confirmed his arrest on Monday. Motive Behind the Vandalism According to officials from Bharuch A Division Police Station, Vasava became overwhelmed during a scene depicting the execution of Sambhajiraje Maharaj by Aurangzeb. In an emotional outburst, he attempted to "attack Aurangzeb" on screen. The multiplex staff intervened and restrained him before further damage could occur. Multiplex Management Reacts RK Cinema’s general manager, RV Sood, shared details about the financial loss and disruption caused by the incident. “I received a call from the staff of Bluechip Cinema informing me ...

The highly anticipated war drama Border 2 is currently being filmed at the Babina cantonment in Jhansi, featuring Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, and Ahan Shetty in key roles. But who else is part of the film, and what is their role? It has now been confirmed that actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh will be portraying the late Indian Air Force officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon, the only IAF officer to receive the Param Vir Chakra posthumously. When will he begin filming, and how will his role be executed? According to reports, Dosanjh is set to join the Border 2 team in April. He recently revealed on a podcast that he will step into the shoes of Sekhon, who was stationed at the Srinagar air base during the 1971 India-Pakistan war and defended it against six Pakistan Air Force F-86 jets on December 14, 1971. Preparation and Shooting Schedule A report by Mid-Day quoted a source saying, “Diljit is currently shooting for the Punjabi film Sardaarji 3 in Scotland. He will begin his prep for Border 2 by Mar...

Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K. are filmmakers who haven’t had a dearth of work since OTT platforms blew up in India. The two have given back-to-back shows and some of the most successful and talked about web series since then. The Family Man (2019) starring Manoj Bajpayee was an instant hit on Prime Video and soon it got green-lit for a second season, which was also received well. Then they made Farzi (2023) for Prime Video, which marked B-town star Shahid Kapoor’s OTT debut. They also made Guns & Gulaabs in the same year for Netflix, which had top actors like Dulquer Salmaan and Rajkummar Rao. Both shows got mixed reactions from the audience. In 2024, came their biggest show, Citadel: Honey Bunny – a spy thriller backed by Russo Brothers - no less! This marked the OTT debut of Bollywood star Varun Dhawan who was cast opposite actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu. This was an ambitious project, but it got a poor response, way below what Prime Video and Russo Brothers would have imagined. Ind...

Prime Video will premiere its upcoming Original comedy series Dupahiya on March 7. Created and Executive Produced by Salona Bains Joshi and Shubh Shivdasani under their banner, Bombay Film Cartel, the series is directed by Sonam Nair and created and written by Avinash Dwivedi and Chirag Garg. The nine-episode series weaves fun and drama with small-town charm, brought to life by a superbly talented cast, including Gajraj Rao, Renuka Shahane, Bhuvan Arora, Sparsh Shrivastava, Shivani Raghuvanshi, and Yashpal Sharma in key roles. Dupahiya will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in India and over 240 countries and territories worldwide on March 7. The story revolves around the fictional village of Dhadakpur, which is on the cusp of celebrating 25 years of being crime-free. However, chaos ensues when a coveted Dupahiya (motorbike) gets stolen! With the silver jubilee trophy, a wedding, and the pride of the villagers at stake, what follows is a crazy journey to retrieve the bike before it...

Ektaa R. Kapoor, her family, and ALT Digital Media Entertainment Ltd. are taking a firm legal stand against false and misleading allegations being spread about them. In 2020, Hindustani Bhau filed a misleading complaint against Ektaa R Kapoor, accusing her of disrespecting our jawans. Despite the police complaint being closed and the court not taking cognizance of the matter, it has been report that some individuals are continuing to defame them for personal gain. Advocate Rizwan Siddiquee has been instructed to initiate strict legal action, including Rs. Rs.100 crore defamation suit and criminal proceedings, against those responsible. In a statement shared by Rizwan Siddiqui on social media platform X aka Twitter, it is said, “Under instructions and on behalf of my client Ms. Ektaa R. Kapoor, her family members and ALT Digital Media Entertainment Ltd., I would like to place on record as under: 1) That some persons and entities with personal vested interests coupled with hidden agenda...

Actor Shilpa Shirodkar has officially announced her next project, Jatadhara. Taking to Instagram, the Hum actor shared the exciting news with her followers, expressing her enthusiasm for the upcoming film. She wrote, “New beginnings! ♥️???? I’m thrilled to announce my next project, JATADHARA, a story penned and directed by #VenkatKalyan. Presented by @zeestudiosofficial #UmeshKRBansal #PrernaArora @pprernaarora.” The film is presented by Zee Studios, with producers Umesh K R Bansal and Prerna Arora backing the project. Shirodkar also revealed details about the ensemble cast, tagging her co-stars Sudheer Babu, Rain Anjali, Divya Vij, and others. She added, “Can’t wait for you guys to join me on this exciting journey! @isudheerbabu @rainanjali @divyavij @girish.johar @akshaykejriwal @shivin7 @iamikhilnanda @bhavinigoswami . #ShilpaShirodkar #Jatadhara.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Shilpa Shirodkar Ranjit (@shilpashirodkar73) Jatadhara marks an important...

Alia Bhatt, one of Indian cinema’s most sought-after actresses, is currently filming Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War alongside Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal. She has dedicated over 200 days to the project, which is expected to wrap by October 2025. However, there aren’t much updates about her projects after Love & War. But according to a report in Pinkvilla, she is in advanced talks with National Award-winning director Nag Ashwin for a new project. Before moving on to the next instalment of Kalki 2898 AD, director Nag Ashwin is planning a feature film with Alia Bhatt in the lead. A source told the publication, “The genre and other aspects are kept under wraps for now, but Nag Ashwin is in advanced talks to collaborate with Alia Bhatt on a subject that’s close to his heart. Alia too has loved the world that Nag is looking to create and the actress is excited to collaborate with the maverick filmmaker.” The discussions are in advanced stages, but the deal has not been fina...

While controversies continue for Elvish Yadav, it seems that his recent comments on Bigg Boss contestant Chum Darang have landed him in further trouble. FWICE (Federation of Western India Cine Employees) has decided to take a stand against the YouTube influencer and reality show star by penning a letter requesting the channel and producers to remove Yadav from the reality show Laughter Chef Season 2 by expressing concern that he may have a negative influence on the youth. “We strongly condemn the promotion of Mr. Elvish Yadav. As you are well aware, he has made racial comments against Bigg Boss 18 contestant Chum Darang and has faced significant backlash on social media," the FWICE letter from President BN Tiwari read, as per ETimes Report. Further addressing the snake venom rave party controversy, the letter added, “Furthermore, several cases have been registered against him, including his arrest in the snake venom rave party case. He also faces legal charges under the Wildlife ...

Sunny Villa in Juhu, Mumbai is a go-to place for celebrities as well as journalists. Owned by the popular actor Sunny Deol, it houses Sunny Super Sound, a preview theatre and two post-production suites. In January, the celebs and media persons were in for a surprise during their visit to this iconic place as the much-loved canteen area was shut. A new F&B area was erected on the other side of the premises. Many assumed that the canteen area would be revamped and be back to its original place. Bollywood Hungama, however, has learned that it’s not the case. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Popular actress and model Malaika Arora is opening her café in the space, where once the canteen stood. The work is going on in full swing and is expected to open next month, that is, March 2025.” The source, however, doesn’t have information on whether it’ll have a new branch of Malaika’s café in Bandra, Scarlett House, or will it be a new eatery altogether. Scarlett House opened ...

The much-awaited action entertainer Maalik has finally secured its theatrical release date. Produced by Tips Films and Northern Lights Films, the film is set to hit the big screens on June 20, 2025. The makers officially announced the release date with a powerful Instagram post, writing, “Poore pradesh aur desh pe RAJ karne aa rahe hain MAALIK!” The announcement has already created buzz among fans, who are eagerly waiting to see what the film has in store.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Tips Films (@tipsfilmsofficial) While details about the film’s plot and cast remain under wraps, Maalik promises to be a high-octane action spectacle. With Tips Films’ track record of delivering hit action dramas, expectations are high for this upcoming release. Starring Rajkummar Rao in and as Maalik, the film showcases the actor like never before—stepping into the shoes of a ruthless gangster with a striking new intensity. The poster, which received an overwhelming res...