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The popular television sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has been making consistent headlines for a variety of reasons, sparking controversies within its production. The makers of the series have recently faced allegations from several former cast members. Another former actor to join the list is Priya Ahuja, who used to play the character of Rita Reporter. For the unversed, initially, Shailesh Lodha, a former star of TMKOC, accused the show's makers of delaying his payment. More recently, Jennifer Mistry Bansiwal came forward, accusing not only the production team but also Asit Kumar Modi, the creator of the show, of harassment. Following these revelations, Monika Bhadoriya, who portrayed the character of Bawri, shed light on the behind-the-scenes struggles of being an actor on the show. In an interview with the Times Of India, Priya asserted, “The artists have to go through mental harassment when they work on Taarak Mehta. Asit Kumarr Modi bhai, Sohil Ramani or Jatin Bajaj

Adah Sharma’s The Kerala Story is now the single most successful female-hero film of all times in Hindi. But Adah is already looking ahead. “In my next The Game Of Girgit, I play a cop. It's a cool film based on this app called the Blue Whale app. There was this whole thing a few years back. This game created quite an uproar. It should release soon on an OTT platform,” she informed. Adah was busy with other projects while shooting for The Kerala Story. “I've shot The Game Of Girgit and two more films before The Kerala Story. Kerala happened to release first. We shot The Game Of Girgit in Bhopal last August. There’s one more film I did with Darsheel Safary, who was in Taare Zameen Par. That’s also a strange thriller, a lot of fun and creepy,” added Adah. Adah, who celebrated her birthday on May11, sheepishly admits that she received far more attention on this birthday than ever before. Directed by Sudipto Sen and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, The Kerala Story also stars Yo

Fans of the popular reality show Bigg Boss have something to cheer about as Salman Khan gears up to host Bigg Boss OTT season 2. Following the conclusion of Bigg Boss 16 in February, viewers have been eagerly awaiting the return of the daily drama that the show brings. After Karan Johar hosted the first season of Bigg Boss OTT, which saw Divya Agarwal emerge as the winner, Salman Khan is all set to take the reins for the upcoming season. As per a report by Indian Express, the Bollywood superstar was recently confirmed for the show and is scheduled to shoot the promo with rapper-singer Raftaar at Filmcity on Saturday. A source told the portal, “While a few contestants are almost locked, conversations with others are at different stages. The makers want to make an official announcement with Salman via a promo soon. The Bollywood star is shooting with Raftaar, and the two will have a jugalbandi kind of sort in the teaser video. The video will drop in a couple of days.” The news of Salma

Aamir Dalvi is gearing up for his much-awaited entry into Bollywood with the film Kennedy, helmed by the critically acclaimed director Anurag Kashyap. Aamir has previously impressed audiences with his roles in popular shows such as Shapath-Supercops VS Supervillains, Sanskaar Laxmi, Devanshi, Zindagi’s Bhaage Re Mann, and Aladdin. Kennedy and its noir thriller storyline explore the theme of redemption against the backdrop of the pandemic, shedding light on its impact across various walks of life. Aamir had the opportunity to collaborate with Anurag Kashyap, who is known for granting actors the creative freedom to approach their scenes and characters. Although initially nervous, Aamir soon discovered that Anurag's distinctive style didn't require extensive preparation from the actors. Instead, Anurag prefers them to be present on set and allows the magic to unfold naturally. During rehearsals, Aamir found himself unsure of what to expect as he was given no specific instruction

Anuradha Paudwal has been in the news for the last couple of days for heavily criticizing the trend of remixes of old songs in new Bollywood movies. In an interview with Indian Express, she specifically spoke about the remix of her song ‘Aaj Phir Tum Pe’ from Dayavan, which was remixed in Hate Story 2, and expressed the kind of negative impact it had on her. Paudwal has now clarified that her comments were against the remix of the song and not Arijt Singh in particular, who sung the remix along with Samira Koppikar. In a statement released, the veteran singer said, “I have always preferred the original song to a remix. Many people feel the same. My comment about ‘Aaj Phir Tum Pe’ was about the remix, not the singer. Remixes should do justice to the original song. So many 90s songs are redone but they don’t do any justice to the original. We have also done tributes to music composers but they were done gracefully.” She added, “I would urge (the) respectable media not to sensationalise

Bollywood actor Sara Ali Khan recently made her Cannes Film Festival debut. At the French Riviera, the actress confirmed that her younger brother Ibrahim Ali Khan is gearing up for his Bollywood debut. She said that he recently wrapped shooting for his first film. In an interview with Film Companion, Sara Ali Khan said, “You know, he just finished shooting his first film as an actor, which I can’t believe.” Sara Ali Khan said that every time Ibrahim returned from school or his current shoots, she and her mother Amrita Singh would greet him with affection. She said, “That is when I realized, I do have the heart of my mother. Because we do treat Ibrahim very similarly.” She revealed her mother’s reaction to Ibrahim’s first film and said, “I think we are both emotional beings and I think I see that most when I see Ibrahim come home.” As per previous reports, Ibrahim Ali Khan will make his debut in the movie Sarzameen, a Hindi remake of the Malayalam romantic comedy Hridayam. He worked

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap’s daughter and YouTuber Aaliyah Kashyap announced her engagement to boyfriend Shane Gregoire on May 20. Aaliyah took to Instagram to share the joyful news along with two pictures capturing the beautiful moment of the proposal. In one of the pictures, Aaliyah proudly flaunts her stunning diamond ring, while the second picture shows the couple sharing a kiss in a picturesque greenfield in Bali, Indonesia. Expressing her love and excitement, Aaliyah wrote a heartfelt note dedicated to Shane. She referred to him as her best friend, partner, and soulmate, expressing gratitude for showing her what real and unconditional love feels like. Aaliyah confessed that saying yes to him was the easiest decision she has ever made and expressed her eagerness to spend the rest of her life with him. Overwhelmed with joy, she couldn't believe she got to call him her fiancé. “You are the love of my life. thank you for showing me what real & unconditional love feels like. s

It's just been a day since the teaser of Sajid Nadiadwala and Namah Pictures' upcoming Satyaprem Ki Katha was released which totally took over the audience giving them a glimpse of this pure romantic love story. The makers have now released the poster of this upcoming musical romance. As the audience truly relished the amazing chemistry of Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani in the teaser, the makers have chosen a perfect date for the release of the poster which is the first anniversary of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2.  The audience got to see the poster launch on the same day when Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 was released in 2022, the film that brought this hit Jodi to the big screen for the first time. This is indeed a special moment to grab our eyes as it was May 20, 2022, when Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 was released and this year on May 20, 2023, the poster of Satyaprem Ki Katha has been released. The poster looks absolutely a worthy one to fall in love with. Featuring the magical couple Kartik Aaryan, and K

ZEE5 today unveiled a highly anticipated, blockbuster content slate with a line-up of 111+ titles spanning across Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Bangla, Punjabi and Marathi. Keeping audiences ‘Hooked to 5’, the star-studded event held in Mumbai, celebrated the milestone of five successful years of catering to the entertainment needs of Indians and the South Asian diaspora across the globe in the presence of Bollywood celebrities and industry stalwarts. Staying true to its promise of consistently delivering compelling entertainment content, the slate features an extensive array of genres, from avant-garde thrillers and adrenaline-pumping action to captivating dramas, light-hearted comedies, and fantasy adventures. The new slate is designed to elevate the content viewing experience with enhanced choices across formats, genres and languages. The lineup also showcases ZEE5’s significant focus on regional content with titles in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Bangla, Punjabi

Salman Khan is not just a successful superstar but also a prominent producer and besides, he has other business interests as well. That Salman dabbles in real estate is common knowledge and today, news has come in that he’s all set to build a swanky hotel in Mumbai. As per a report in The Times Of India, Salman Khan plans to construct a 19-storey hotel facing the sea at Carter Road, Bandra. The building plan has been approved by the BMC and work is expected to begin soon. The plot, where the hotel will be located, once housed a residential society named Starlet. The abandoned building which stands on the plot will be demolished after which the construction will commence. According to the article, the hotel will include three-level basements while the first and second floors would be reserved for a café and restaurant. While the third floor will have a gymnasium and swimming pool, the fourth floor will be reserved as a service floor while the fifth and sixth floors will have the conv

It has been some time now since the announcement of Karan Johar’s next directorial venture Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. Starring Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Dharmendra and Shabana Azmi the film made headlines for its casting. Ever since then in fact, there have been constant updates on the film and its progress that fans have lapped eagerly. Well, now Bollywood Hungama has learnt that the first look poster of the film is all set to be launched later this month. If what our source tells us is true, then the said poster will be launched on Karan Johar’s birthday. “A while back Dharma Productions had released the logo of Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, now the film is ready and the makers will be officially releasing the first look poster later in May. Making the launch special, especially since it will mark Karan’s return to the directorial seat, plans are being set to reveal the poster on May 25, which will coincide with the filmmaker’s birthday”, reveals the well-placed source to Boll

The wait is finally over as Bhediya finds its OTT destination. The world digital premiere of Bhediya will be on JioCinema and it will be streaming free from May 26. The film stars the dynamic duo Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon. The film released in the theatres in November 2022. While the movie is set for the digital premiere, a sequel is in the works. At the Jio slate announcement in April 2023, Varun Dhawan confirmed that Bhediya 2 is in the works. He was on stage and performed a song from the movie. Once the rap ended, the title logo of the sequel was shown on the screen. Later, in a sizzle video, it was revealed that Bhediya 2 will release in cinemas in the year 2025. As Bhediya, the actor will have a crucial role in Stree 2. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “In Bhediya, the characters of Stree enter towards the very end and had nothing to do with the main conflict in the narrative. But in Stree’s sequel, Varun Dhawan will have a crucial role to play. It will be a special appearanc

Diana Penty has been cast opposite Ajay Devgn in filmmaker Abhishek Kapoor’s next, which is yet untitled. The movie will also see the launch of Raveena Tandon’s daughter Rasha Thadani and Ajay Devgn’s nephew Aman Devgan. The two debutants are cast opposite each other. The film’s cast about two couple from two different generations is sure to get heads turned. It is also sure to pique people’s interest in knowing what exactly would be the story or the subject of the film, which is yet untitled. There were source-based reports earlier in the year about Raveena’s daughter Rasha making her debut in Abhishek Kapoor’s next film. But now Bollywood Hungama has got a confirmed update that she will indeed be getting launched with this movie and that too opposite Aman Devgan. Ajay has previous played a cameo in Kapoor’s Fitoor, which mainly starred Aditya Roy Kapur, Katrina Kaif, Tabu and Aditi Rao Hydari. But the movie in question will be the first time that Ajay will be seen in a full-fledge

The countdown for this year’s IIFA (International Indian Film Academy) Awards has begun. The 23rd edition of the prestigious awards show is all set to take place on May 26 and 27 at Yas Islands, Abu Dhabi. The event will be graced by a long list of Bollywood celebrities. Apart from this, the other attraction at the event will be masterclasses and workshops from some renowned names from the industry. Filmmaker Kabir Khan will not only trace his beginnings in cinema during ‘Director’s Cut with Kabir Khan’ along with thoughts and anecdotes but will also share five tips for aspiring directors. Sharing his excitement at being a part of this year’s IIFA, Kabir said in a statement, “I’m really looking forward to the interaction as it will give me a chance to retrospect and introspect on my choices too. This kind of knowledge exchange not only makes for a stimulating conversation, it also works to the benefit of cinema. I will not only be celebrating box-office wins and awards, but also refl

In a tragic piece of news, actors Ayushmann Khurrana and Aparshakti Khurana's father Pandit P Khurana passed away today. As per a statement by his family, the astrologer passed away in Mohali at 10:30 am after suffering from a prolonged incurable ailment. A statement shared by Aparshakti's spokesperson read, “It’s with our deep sadness to inform that Ayushmann and Aparshakti Khurana’s father, Astrologer P Khurana passed away this morning at 10:30am in Mohali, owing to a prolonged incurable ailment. We are indebted for all your prayers and support during this time of personal loss”. Pandit P Khurana was a renowned astrologer. He is survived by wife and his two sons Ayushmann Khurrana and Aparkshakti Khurana. from Latest Bollywood News | Hindi Movie News | Hindi Cinema News | Indian Movies | Films - Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/vnBmSMy

Director Sooraj Barjatya was recently in the news for his 2022 acclaimed film Uunchai and also after reports emerged that he is gearing up for his next directorial, featuring Salman Khan. As per reports, this family entertainer is expected to release in cinemas on Diwali 2024. The blockbuster director, however, is not just busy with his directorial venture. He’s also focusing on the debut directorial of his son, Avnish S Barjatya. And Bollywood Hungama has stumbled upon interesting information about this film. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “While it is common knowledge that Avnish Barjatya has shot for his directorial, the title hasn’t been announced yet. The film is named Dono. The makers feel that this is an apt title and goes well with the film’s storyline.” Dono marks the debut of not just Avinsh but also Sunny Deol’s younger son Rajveer and producer Ashok Thakeria and actress Poonam Dhillon's daughter, Paloma Thakeria Dhillon. As per reports that emerged last year, the fi

Angad Bedi's next project, A Legal Affair, is a legal drama which also stars Internet sensation, Barkha Singh. The show is produced by Jio Studios and is the official Hindi adaptation of Suspicious Partner, one of the most popular K-dramas starring Ji Chang Wook and Nam Ji Hyun. The show has already been shot extensively in Delhi and Mumbai and will be released later this year. Korean dramas have found a huge audience in India and this being an official adaptation, is sure to make for a promising premise. Angad says, “A Legal Affair is a legal drama based on a lawyer and his associate and the affair they have. It’s an intense romantic drama, a genre I haven’t dabbled in before. I did essay the role of a lawyer previously but that was a different space altogether which was based on a real life Murad case. Also, this show is an official adaptation of the K-drama, Suspicious Partner, which is already such a successful show. It’s kind of tricky since the Korean version was already a h

Recently, Disha Parmar was in news after it was being said that she will reunite with Nakuul Mehta once again for the third season of Bade Achhe Lagte Hain 3. Now, the popular television star has announced her first pregnancy with husband and singer Rahul Vaidya on social media. Along with the post, the couple also posted their sonography videos on the platform. The couple tied the knot in a lavish traditional ceremony in Mumbai in 2021. In their recent Instagram post, Rahul Vaidya and Disha Parmar shared a photo of them posting as ‘MUMMY & DADDY’ with the actress flaunting her baby bump. Besides this, they also shared a carousal post of their recent sonography where users can get a glimpse of their little baby. The couple captioned it saying, “Hello from Mummy Daddy to be & the BABY!! <3” which was followed by a baby emoji as well as a smile emoji. Their post received a lot of love from their fans and industry friends.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Di

Actor Ali Fazal is set to captivate audiences once again with his upcoming role in the high-budget Hollywood spy thriller, Kandahar. The first look poster has been revealed, showcasing Fazal in a rugged avatar against the backdrop of the desert. With an impressive lineup of co-stars and a talented director, this film promises to be an exhilarating cinematic experience. In the first look poster of Kandahar, Ali Fazal's powerful presence grabs attention as he poses with a dirt bike amidst the desert landscape. This mega-action film features Fazal alongside renowned Hollywood action star Gerard Butler, adding an extra layer of excitement to the project. Directed by Ric Roman Waugh, known for his work in films like Angel Has Fallen and Greenland, Kandahar is set to release on May 26 in the United States. Ali Fazal has been paving the way for Indian actors in Hollywood, achieving several noteworthy milestones. In 2017, he became the first Indian actor to play a lead titular role in a

The highly anticipated teaser for the upcoming film Satyaprem Ki Katha, produced by Sajid Nadiadwala and Namah Pictures, has finally been unveiled. The teaser has left the audience pleasantly surprised, as it promised to deliver a beautiful love story. Starring the charismatic duo of Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani, the film is set to redefine romance on the big screen, marking their reunion after the film Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. The teaser hints at the magical chemistry between Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the release of the film, which is expected to captivate viewers with its enchanting narrative. The release of the teaser has created a buzz around the Sameer Vidwans directorial, as it promised to be a heart-warming love story that caters to the audience's longing for a grand-scale musical romance. The film appears to be a visual treat, adorned with breath-taking visuals that will captivate viewers. The combination of stunning cinematography and soulf