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Team of actor Sunny Singh’s upcoming neo-noir comic tragedy Risky Romeo wrapped its filming after a marathon shoot of one and a half months in Kolkata, the makers announced on Saturday December 15. The film is written and directed by Abir Sengupta, who had previously directed Kiara Advani starrer Indoo Ki Jawani and produced Radhika Apte starrer Mrs. Undercover. Risky Romeo, also co-starring Kriti Kharbanda, was announced earlier this year Actor Sunny Singh said he feels “extremely fulfilled” wrapping up the shoot and credited Risky Romeo for offering him a character that had never come his way before. Sunny said in a statement, “I usually do not get offered characters like this and only when I started shooting I realised what Abir had seen in me and offered me such a different character. The genre of this film is completely unexplored in our industry and it’s a bold step towards showcasing emotions in a very different way. And the city that Abir has chosen to film Risky Romeo is ad

Actor Shreyas Talpade, who is a well-known star in Hindi and Marathi cinema, suffered a cardiac arrest on December 14, 2023, after returning home after the Welcome To The Jungle shoot. The actor was rushed to the hospital immediately and an angioplasty was performed. Now, his wide Deepti has confirmed that Shreyas Talpade is out of danger and on the road to recovery. In a statement shared on Friday morning, December 15, Deepti Shreyas Talpade said, “Dear Friends & Media. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming concern and well wishes following the recent health scare my husband experienced. I'm relieved to update everyone that he is now in stable condition and will be discharged in a few days. The medical team's exceptional care and timely response have been instrumental during this time, and we are grateful for their expertise. We kindly request respect for our privacy as he continues his recovery. Your unwavering support has been a tremendous source

In a historic moment for Indian comedy, Vir Das takes center stage at the legendary Apollo Theatre, becoming the inaugural Indian comedian to entertain a live audience of nearly 5000 people. This milestone performance is a highlight of his ongoing Mind Fool tour, showcasing Vir Das as a global comedic force. The Apollo Theatre, a venue steeped in musical history and having witnessed performances from iconic acts like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Iron Maiden, and contemporary music royalties such as Selena Gomez and Kylie Minogue, now welcomes Vir Das to its illustrious stage. The theatre has also been graced by comedy legend Louis C.K., making it a space that resonates with artistic brilliance across genres. As part of his Mind Fool tour, Vir Das is set to make history not only with his Apollo Theatre performance but also by embarking on the most extensive world tour undertaken by any Indian comedian to date. Spanning 33 countries and encompassing 37 cities across In

Regrettably, this writer had to convey the worrisome news of actor Shreyas Talpade’s heart attack and angioplasty to his close friend Bobby Deol. Bobby’s first reaction was, “Oh my God!” A few minutes later, he sent a voice note saying, “I just spoke to his wife. She was really upset. His heart had stopped for about ten minutes, apparently. Now they’ve revived him and done an angioplasty. So just pray that he will be fine. Thank you, Subhash, for letting me know.” Shreyas is one of the most versatile and underrated actors of Hindi and Marathi cinema. In an earlier interview, Shreyas said to me, “My career has been adventurous. I come from a normal middleclass family with no film connections. I have auditioned to get my best roles. Luckily for me filmmakers like Subhash Ghai, Nagesh Kukunoor and Farah Khan had faith in me.” He admitted that he should not have done some of the films that he did. “I also admit I didn’t do some things that I should have. I didn’t market myself well. I

In a shocking piece of news, actor Shreyas Talpade suffered a heart attack today evening. As per a report in Hindustan Times, the actor was shooting for the multi-starrer Welcome To The Jungle and was fine throughout the shoot. However, the 47-year-old actor started feeling uneasy after he returned home from the shoot and was taken to the Bellevue Hospital. The report also said that he underwent angioplasty after being brought to the hospital. A source told the publication, “He shot through the day, was absolutely fine and joking around with everyone on the set. He even shot sequences that had a bit of action. After finishing the shoot, he went back home and told his wife that he was feeling uneasy. She rushed him to the hospital but he collapsed on the way.” The publication quoted a staff member from the hospital saying, “Shreyas Talpade is admitted. He was brought late in the evening. His health update is awaited.” An official update regarding Shreyas’ health is awaited. Directed

Bollywood star Mouni Roy's culinary venture, Badmaash, expands into the lively Kamala Mills area. With the restaurant’s soaring popularity and commitment to exceptional dining experiences, Badmaash now stands at 6 outlets across Mumbai, Bangalore, and Kolkata. While commenting on this expansion, Mouni Roy shares, "The overwhelming response to Badmaash has been heartening. Lower Parel's young and vibrant vibe is the perfect match for Badmaash's dynamic dining experience. We're excited to present our unique blend of flavours and ambiance in this new, buzzing location." The new outlet, nestled in the heart of Lower Parel, is set to captivate patrons with its fusion of exquisite cuisine and a lively atmosphere, embodying the spirit of modern Mumbai. Badmaash aims to continue its legacy of offering more than just great food, but memorable experiences. ALSO READ: Diljit Dosanjh and Mouni Roy’s dance video sets the internet ablaze; watch from Latest Bollywood Ne

While illustrious rapper and hip-hop mogul Badshah is known the world over for his anthemic records and elite collaborations, his inner circle also know him for being an impeccable host and entertainer in his time, which has now translated through a first-of-its-kind world-class multi-brand food and beverage venture. A culinary connoisseur at heart; the 39-year-old rapper, and entrepreneur t is gearing up to mark his maiden innings in the hospitality industry with the launch of three brands- Sago Spice Symphony, Seville and Sidera in partnership with Babita Puri Gupta and Udayveer Gupta. Located in the heart of Chandigarh; the upscale neighbourhood of Sector-26, the aesthetically constructed spanking new venture is inspired by the principles of community, pluralism and identity and aspires to serve as a sumptuous indulgence for the city’s epicureans. A 9,000 sq. ft. expanse is sculpted into three culinary masterpieces- an invitingly earthy indoor dining space presented in the form of

Last year wasn’t a memorable one for Bollywood at the box office as not many films attained success. One such film that kept the flag of the industry high was the horror comedy Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. Directed by Anees Bazmee, the movie featured Kartik Aaryan, Kiara Advani and Tabu in pivotal roles. The film was the second in the series. The first one Bhool Bhulaiyaa featured Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan in pivotal roles and it was directed by Priyadarshan. After the success of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, the team of Anees Bazmee, Kartik and producer Bhushan Kumar are working towards the third film in the franchise titled Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. And now, Bollywood Hungama has learnt that actress Palak Tiwari is in advance talks to play a pivotal character in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. From what we know so far, the young actress has almost been locked for the role. Reveals an industry insider, “Talks for her to feature in Bhool Bhulaiya 3 are getting serious. Almost everything has been confirmed, just final tou

Bollywood Hungama was the first one to break the news that Suneel Darshan is all set to make the sequel to his hit love triangle, Andaaz (2003). The shoot began on November 28 and Suneel Darshan confirmed at that point that he’ll be launching three new faces in Andaaz 2. However, he had refused to unveil their identities then. Suneel Darshan has now, finally, revealed who these three newcomers are. Natasha Fernandez (pictured; on left), Aayush Kumar (pictured; on centre) and Akaisha (on right) will make their starry debuts in Andaaz 2. Natasha Fernandez also featured in Suneel’s last release, Ek Haseena Thi Ek Deewana Tha (2017), which also starred his son Shiv Darshan. Aayush Kumar had a very small role in Abhishek Bachchan-starrer Dasvi (2022) and Andaaz 2 will serve as his big debut. Incidentally, with Andaaz as well, the veteran filmmaker launched the acting careers of Lara Dutta and Priyanka Chopra, who went on to become popular names. The musical also starred Akshay Kumar in th

Recently, there were reports that following the success of Main Tera Hero, Judwaa 2, and Coolie No. 1, the iconic father-son combo of David Dhawan and Varun Dhawan are all set to reunite for the fourth time on an out-and-out comic caper. There have been no reports with regards follow-up to this development. And now, we at Bollywood Hungama are bringing exclusive news for our readers. We have learnt from our reliable sources that the comic caper is set to go on floors early next year and will be produced by renowned producer, Ramesh Taurani. "Ramesh Taurani and David Dhawan have been committed to doing a film for a decade now and the stars have finally aligned. Back in 2013, David Dhawan had signed on with Ramesh Taurani to do a film with Salman Khan in the lead, but things didn't fall in place. The contract of trust is finally coming to reality as David's next with Varun Dhawan will be produced by Ramesh Taurani," a source told Bollywood Hungama. Ramesh Taurani is v

Netflix has become the streaming platform to share comprehensive viewership data and what people are watching on the platform. Kicking off ‘What We Watched: A Netflix Engagement Report’ which will be released twice a year, the streamer will be unveiling a detailed report of what the viewers have watched in six months. Amongst the Indian titles include Mission Majnu, RRR (Hindi), Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar, Shehzada and Class Season 1 on the top 1000 list. Mission Majnu starring Sidharth Malhotra and Rashmika Mandanna, which was released earlier in January this year, raked in 31.2 million watch hours viewership on the platform. This is followed by Ram Charan and Jr. NTR’s RRR (Hindi) which garnered 29.4 million watch hours. Season 1 of Class, an Indian adaptation of the Spanish drama Elite, not only introduced new faces to the industry but also gained 27.7 million watch hours. #Netflix officially released numbers....[Jan-June, 2023] NON-NETFLIX MOVIES.... TOTAL HOURS VIEWED: 1 #TJMM 27.

Hype Luxury, India's premier luxury mobility platform and a global enterprise, proudly announces the signing of actor and entrepreneur Suniel Shetty as its brand ambassador. Headquartered in Bengaluru, Hype Luxury, founded by visionary entrepreneurs Raghav Belavadi and Vijaya Belavadi in 2017, has rapidly expanded to 23 cities in Bharat and operational presence in seven other countries. Offering unparalleled experiences in luxury cars, yachts, and private jet rentals, this collaboration with Suniel Shetty marks a strategic move to propel Hype Luxury to new global heights. Boasting a fleet of over 30,000 luxury cars, 20,000 private jets, and 1800 luxury yachts, Hype Luxury stands as the largest luxury platform, seamlessly integrating various mobility services. Suniel Shetty's association with the brand signifies a significant milestone, aligning with Hype's mission to establish India's first global luxury mobility platform. Suniel Shetty expresses his excitement, statin

Netflix has become the streaming platform to share comprehensive viewership data and what people are watching on the platform. Kicking off ‘What We Watched: A Netflix Engagement Report’ which will be released twice a year, the streamer will be unveiling a detailed report of what the viewers have watched in six months. The report covers more than 18,000 titles from around the globe and nearly 100 billion hours viewed. This includes the hours viewed for every title — original and licensed — watched for over 50,000 hours; the premiere date for any Netflix TV series or film; and whether a title was available globally. Amongst those titles are two Indian content – web series Rana Naidu and the movie Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga which have made it to the Top 500 list. Rana Naidu, starring Rana Daggubati and Venkatesh Daggubati, has garnered 46.3 million watch-hours viewership on the platform. On the other hand, Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga has 41. 7 million watch hours on the streaming giant. Rana Daggubati

Bling management led by partners Swati Iyer, Piya Sawhney and Shanti Sivaram, has merged with India's premier celebrity platform, Matrix. Swati will be the CEO of the merged entity. Matrix, founded by Reshma Shetty & Vivek Kamath, represents some of the biggest actors in Indian cinema including Abhishek Bachchan, Alia Bhatt, Dulquer Salmaan, Farhan Akhtar, Katrina Kaif, Madhuri Dixit Nene, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Ram Charan, Shahid Kapoor, Varun Dhawan and Vicky Kaushal among numerous other leading names. The company also represents directors like Rohit Shetty and Zoya Akhtar. And in a new foray into sports, the company has signed up KL Rahul. Post the merger of Bling management with Matrix, the roster of talent formerly represented by Bling including Vidya Balan, Radhika Madan, Twinkle Khanna, Dimple Kapadia as well as directors such as Konkona Sen Sharma, Sandeep Modi, Tahira Kashyap and Vasan Bala, among others, will now be represented by Matrix. In addition to managing mov

G-SHOCK India has unveiled the association with actor Vicky Kaushal as its brand ambassador. This partnership unites G-SHOCK's four-decade legacy of crafting robust and trend-setting timepieces with Vicky Kaushal's charismatic personality and embodiment of toughness, embracing both physical endurance and mental strength. G-SHOCK's stands out globally as a lifestyle watch brand developed via Japanese cutting-edge technology whose legacy spans over four decades, during which it has established an unassailable standard for durability, innovation and iconic designs in the watchmaking realm. This remarkable journey was driven by the single-minded pursuit of shock resistance as its core ideology while bringing forth impeccable precision, innovative design, and fashionable appeal for the ever-evolving youth audiences. With an illustrious career spanning commercial blockbusters and poignant cinema, Vicky Kaushal bridges the hearts of masses and connoisseurs alike. His unique blend

The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) is thrilled to announce Bollywood megastar Akshay Kumar as the Team Owner of Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir). This ground-breaking collaboration brings an unprecedented level of excitement and star power to the ISPL, a first-of-its-kind tennis ball T10 cricket tournament set to take place inside a stadium from March 2nd to March 9th, 2024. Akshay Kumar’s entry marks the commencement of an exciting line-up of superstar Team Owners set to be revealed for the remaining five teams. Their involvement promises to infuse unparalleled enthusiasm and passion into this distinctive cricketing spectacle, elevating the league to new heights. The Invitation to Tender Bid (ITB) process for team ownership will commence on December 15th, 2023, with the deadline for submissions set for January 15th, 2024.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) Expressing his excitement about joining the Indian Street Premier League, Akshay K

Bollywood actress Zareen Khan has been granted interim bail and a city court barred her international travel without prior permission in connection to the cheating case dating back to 2018. The case was registered at Narkeldanga police station in Kolkata. The actress was granted bail by the Sealdah court till December 26 on a personal bond of Rs. 30,000. The arrest warrant stemmed from an alleged cheating case dating back to 2018. The investigating officer had submitted a charge sheet against Zareen Khan before the Sealdah court in Kolkata. During this period, Zareen neither sought bail nor appeared before the court, resulting in the issuance of an arrest warrant due to her repeated absence. The alleged incident in 2018 stemmed from Zareen Khan's anticipated performance during a Durga Puja celebration in Kolkata. She reportedly failed to make her scheduled appearance, which prompted the organizer to file a formal complaint of cheating against both the actress and her manager. Sub

Google has released its Year in 2023 search lists globally and in India, actors Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra are the only two actors listed on the list of people searched in 2023. The Shershaah couple tied the knot in February 2023 after dating quietly for a couple of years. On the list includes Kiara Advani at the top, followed by cricketers Shubman Gill, Rachin Ravindra, Mohammed Shami, Youtuber and Bigg Boss OTT 2 winner Elvish Yadav, actor Sidharth Malhotra, Australian cricketer Glenn Maxwell, soccer player David Beckham, cricketer Suryakumar Yadav and Australian cricketer Travis Head. On the latest episode of Koffee With Karan 8, Kiara Advani recalled how Sidharth Malhotra proposed to her. “You know when Sid came to that episode (previous season of Koffee With Karan), we’ve just come back from Rome where he proposed to me. My parents weren’t there. It was our first family holiday with me and his family. I had a little bit of inclination that he would propose. I told him ‘Y

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan not only ruled the box office but also the global search engine Google in 2023. The actor gave two back-to-back blockbusters this year and is inching towards a third one as well. However, his film Jawan, directed by Atlee, was amongst the top trending searches in 2023 and his other film Pathaan also dominated the search engine. Jawan collected Rs. 643.87 crores in India. Google released their Year in Search 2023 wherein Jawan ranked at No.3 on globally but claimed the No. 1 spot in India. Adding to that, Sunny Deol’s Gadar 2, Cillian Murphy’s Oppenheimer, Prabhas’ Adipurush and SRK’s Pathaan ranked at No. 2, 3, 4 and 5 respectively. Sudipto Sen’s The Kerala Story, Rajinikanth starrer Jailer, Vijay’s Leo, Salman Khan’s Tiger 3 and Vijay’s Varisu took the next five slots. “In the Barbie vs Oppenheimer battle, ultimately the latter led the charge in international entertainment searches in India,” the press release read, as per Indian Express. In terms of OTT sho

The much talked about and keenly awaited Animal hit screens on Friday December 1, and since then the Sandeep Reddy Vanga directorial has been unstoppable at the box office. Starring Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, and Rashmika Mandanna, the film that opened on a thunderous note saw its collections grow exponentially over its opening weekend and first week. Following this on its second weekend running, Animal saw over Rs. 90 crores more coming in. In this box office report, we look at the overall collections of Animal while comparing the same to previous releases that were given an Adults Only certification but managed to make an impact at the box office. Collecting a whopping Rs. 434.02 crores, Animal has now emerged as the all-time highest grossing Adults Only certified film, managing to surpass previous releases like the Shahid Kapoor starrer Kabir Singh, The Kashmir Files, The Kerala Story, and the Akshay Kumar starrer OMG 2 as well. Coming as no surprise, Animal has manage