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In an intriguing casting move, veteran actor Raveena Tandon has been confirmed to portray Heeraben Modi the mother of Narendra Modi in the upcoming multilingual biopic titled Maa Vande. The film, which was officially announced on Modi’s birthday, September 17, is directed by Kranthi Kumar Ch and produced by Silver Cast Creations under the banner of producer Veer Reddy. Leading the project is actor Unni Mukundan, who will step into the shoes of Narendra Modi. According to those close to the film unit, Tandon was moved by the character of Heeraben. The strength, depth and the arc of the layered character resonated with Raveena. Heeraben’s story including “losing her mother early in her childhood… how she held the family together with calm and fortitude,”  was a motivating factor in the actress signing on. “Maa Vande is a film that predominantly focuses on mother-son relationship. The film majorly chronicles the sacrifices, resilience and the contributions she made to better his li...

After touring various festivals, Titli (2015) director Kanu Behl’s Agra will finally arrive in cinemas tomorrow, that is, November 14. The film is known not for its realism but also sexually explicit content. Several moviegoers and journalists watched the uncut version of the film at the 21st MAMI Mumbai Film Festival 2023 and were wondering if the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) would allow its theatrical release without any cuts. Bollywood Hungama has learned that as expected, the CBFC has asked for some modifications. Agra is a rare Hindi film to have frontal nudity and the Examining Committee of the CBFC asked the makers to replace the scene. Similarly, two sexually explicit visuals in the second half of the film were asked to be deleted. Lastly, the CBFC members asked the makers to replace obscene words. Once these changes were made, Agra was handed over an 'A' certificate on May 17, 2024. The length of the film, as mentioned on the censor certificate, is 115.0...

In July this year, Bollywood Hungama reported that Genelia Deshmukh has a cameo in Mastiii 4, as evident by the pictures and videos captured by fans and onlookers when a song of the film was filmed at Victoria Square, Birmingham, United Kingdom. Incidentally, Genelia was a part of the first film of the franchise, Masti (2004) as well. Now Bollywood Hungama has learned that one more actor from the first part will be seen in Mastiii 4 – Ajay Devgn! A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Ajay appears in Mastiii 4 in a scene. It is a hilarious sequence which would be a treat for the fans of the actor and of this franchise. He is expected to appear towards the end of the film.” The source continued, “The makers realized that there’s a great opportunity to bring Ajay Devgn back into the franchise. Accordingly, they approached the actor. Ajay has a great bond with director Milap Zaveri and Indra Kumar. Last year, he was present as the chief guest at the launch of the duo’s film, Tera Yaar Hoon M...

At one point, several films were filmed on the streets of Mumbai, but this trend has now become rare. However, Akshay Kumar’s upcoming film, Haiwaan, stands out. The actor and co-star Saif Ali Khan shot for nearly 5 days outside Churchgate railway station and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, both of which are located in South Mumbai. An article in Mid-Day reported that Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan shot a grand action sequence near Churchgate railway station. It was a cat-and-mouse chase sequence and included 30-40 cars and 100 junior artistes. Filming in this location went on for 5 nights and was choreographed by action director Stunt Silva. The article carried a quote of Priyadarshan that said, “Both Saif and Akshay knew how the sequence had to be shot and they cooperated, though Akshay is known to sleep early.” Akshay Kumar has wrapped up his portions of Haiwaan and has now left for Dubai for the shoot of Welcome To The Jungle. Priyadarshan further revealed that besides Sou...

Since almost 10 years, Korean producer Hyunwoo Thomas Kim of Kross Pictures has quietly set up base in Mumbai and has been making some interesting, out-of-the-box Indian films like Te3n (2016), Jaane Jaan (2023), Blind (2023), Saakini Daakini (2022) etc. An article in Mid-Day, by Mayank Shekhar, documented his journey in India and a lot more. Hyunwoo Thomas Kim explained how he decided to set up an office in India. He revealed that in 2014, he regularly received emails from a company named 'Balaji' and he initially assumed that it was spam! One day, when he opened the mail, he realized that the prominent production house, Balaji Motion Pictures, has been mailing and asking for the rights of The Devotion Of Suspect X for a Hindi remake. Hyunwoo Thomas Kim wanted to know who would direct the remake. He was told that Sujoy Ghosh has been signed. Hyunwoo saw Sujoy’s Kahaani (2012) and was so impressed that he flew down to Mumbai to meet Sujoy and others. After the meeting, he gav...

Siddhant Chaturvedi has impressed audiences ever since he made his film debut with Gully Boy (2019). Recently, he proved his worth yet again with Dhadak 2 (2025). Bollywood Hungama has learned that he has now bagged a film based on the legendary director, actor, producer and writer V Shantaram. The talented performer will play the lead role in this film, which has been titled Chitrapati V Shantaram. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “This will be Siddhant’s biggest film to date and also his most ambitious one. With his past work, he has made it clear that he has oodles of talent. This motivated the makers of Chitrapati V Shantaram to sign him for the lead role. The film is in pre-production right now and Siddhant is working very hard to get into the character.” The source further said, “V Shantaram’s contribution to the Indian film industry is immense and with this film, the younger generation will learn about it. Chitrapati V Shantaram will throw light on how this man, born in abject...

Shatrughan Sinha is outraged by media reports stating that his dear friend Dharmendra is no more. “I woke up to these reports and assumed them to be true as they came from reliable portals and publications. To my shock and relief, the reports were untrue. Everyone favourite Dharamji is doing well and will soon be home. Marey unke dushman.” Shatrughan Sinha wonders who are these ‘sources’ spreading such false information. “Dharamji doesn’t have a team. So which ‘team’ confirmed his death news? This is all very distasteful.” Shatrughan Sinha and Dharmendra are very close friends. They have known each closely for forty years. “I am very fond of Dharmendra and also Hema (Malini). The three of us did one of our best film together. And that was Dulal Guha’s Dost,” said Shatruji affectionately. “We don’t get to meet as often as we’d like to. But whenever we do, it is an evening of great conversation, food and music.” Shatruji said his Dost is a ...

The Deol family was forced to intervene on Tuesday morning after a wave of false reports claiming that veteran star Dharmendra had passed away spread rapidly across social media and certain digital platforms. The rumours, which surfaced shortly after the news broke of the actor being hospitalised for age-related ailments, triggered widespread confusion among fans and prompted an outpouring of concern. Dharmendra, who was admitted for routine monitoring a few days ago, has been under medical care but remains stable and on the road to recovery, according to his family. Despite his children already keeping followers updated on his progress, misinformation continued to circulate, causing distress to both fans and the actor’s loved ones. Deeply upset by the insensitivity, Hema Malini took to social media to issue a firm statement condemning the false reports. Calling the situation “unforgivable,” the actress and parliamentarian expressed shock at how “responsible channels” could circulate...

Filmmaker Amar Kaushik, who is developing Maddock Films’ next horror comedy Shakti Shalini, has addressed ongoing rumours about the film’s casting. Speculation had been rife that Kiara Advani was initially approached for the project and was later replaced by Saiyaara star Aneet Padda. Amar Kaushik on Shakti Shalini Casting Rumours In an interview with Filmygyan, Amar Kaushik—who kickstarted the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU) with Stree—set the record straight. When asked if Aneet Padda was cast after the success of Saiyaara, Amar explained that Kiara was never officially part of the project. “Kiara is a beautiful actor. Nothing was confirmed, so I don’t know how it came out,” Amar said. “I have always wanted to work with Kiara. When you write a story, you have an idea, and as you develop it further, you realise who fits which character. When Saiyaara came out, we were still in the process of writing Shakti Shalini.” When asked if Kiara had ever been finalized for the film, A...

Actor Jitendra Kumar is all set to star in a new film alongside Pooja Bhatt. The project delves into the emotionally rich and rarely explored world of kabootar-baazi—India’s age-old pigeon-flying tradition. A Story Rooted in Culture and Emotion Jitendra Kumar, widely loved for his performances in Panchayat, Kota Factory, Jaadugar, Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan, and the recent Bhagwat: Chapter One – Raakshas, takes on another unique role in this upcoming film. He will be seen as a passionate kabootarbaaz, bringing depth and realism to a character shaped by this traditional sport and its community. National Award-winning actor Pooja Bhatt will play Jitendra’s on-screen mother. Known for her powerful and layered performances in Zakhm, Tamanna, and Daddy, Pooja returns to a more intimate storytelling space that highlights her emotional strength as a performer. The Team Behind the Film The film is produced by Khyati Madaan under her banner Not Out Entertainment and co-produced by Hitesh ...

Bigg Boss 19 delivered another one of its most dramatic turns this week with the double eviction of Abhishek Bajaj and Neelam Giri. Both contestants, who have been at the centre of multiple controversies since the beginning of the season, saw their journeys cut short after an intense round of nominations and weekend scrutiny. Neelam Giri’s stint inside the house was marked by frequent reprimands from host Salman Khan. The Bhojpuri actress was repeatedly cautioned for her conduct, including the episode where she was accused of body shaming fellow contestant Ashnoor Kaur. Her run also included a series of confrontations— from a heated fallout with Tanya Mittal, once considered her close ally, to a major clash with Farrhana Bhatt. Abhishek Bajaj’s journey wasn’t any less turbulent. During the recently aired Weekend Ka Vaar, Salman Khan called him out once again, this time in the presence of Ashnoor Kaur, pointing out how her presence often gets overshadowed by Bajaj. The actor has also ...

Rumours suggested that Pratibha Ranta might be the “frontrunner” for Kartik Aaryan’s Naagzilla. However, a source close to the film has clarified that the Laapataa Ladies actress has not been approached for the project. As per the source, “There’s no truth to the speculation. Pratibha Ranta has not been approached for Naagzilla. Currently, she's reading a lot of scripts and is busy working on her next big project.” Pratibha Ranta may be reading plenty of scripts, but sources confirm that Naagzilla isn’t one of them. Instead, she’s eagerly awaiting The Revolutionaries, her most ambitious upcoming project. The recently unveiled first look highlights turbulent moments of the Indian freedom struggle while shedding light on lesser-known stories. Pratibha will star alongside Rohit Saraf, Bhuvan Bam, Gurfateh Pirzada, and Jason Shah. Directed by Nikkhil Advani, The Revolutionaries is slated for release on Amazon Prime Video in 2026. She also has another exciting project lined up with K...

The month of November is here, which means that the much-awaited International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2025, Goa, is around the corner. The schedule for the 56th edition, which will be held in the beach state from November 20 to November 28, 2025, is now available and features some interesting films. In this article, we’ll list the exciting Hindi titles. Opening Film, Gala Premieres The dystopian drama The Blue Trail will be the opening film. It is Brazil’s Oscar submission for the 98th Academy Awards, while it won the Silver Bear Grand Jury Prize at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival. This year, some interesting forthcoming releases will be shown first at the festival and will also have gala premieres. This means that the star cast of the film is expected to be present. All these premieres will be held in the beautiful Inox Panjim.  Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders, the sequel to the much-loved 2020 Netflix film, Raat Akeli Hai, will be screened on November 21...

Bollywood Hungama was among the first ones to break the news that Sooraj Barjatya’s next family entertainer, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari, would go on floors on November 1. We have now learned what this film has got its title. It was reportedly earlier titled Prem Ki Shaadi, but now it has come to light that the film is called Yeh Prem Mol Liya. A photographer named Ravendra Singh Bhadauria uploaded a picture on Instagram on November 6 that features a DSLR camera resting next to the clapperboard of the film. The clapperboard clearly mentions the name of the film, that is, Yeh Prem Mol Liya. As per a report in Mid-Day, a week-long shoot was completed in Kandivali. Sooraj Barjatya shot a grand scale in this schedule, featuring Ayushmann Khurrana, Sharvari, other actors of the cast and 200 background dancers.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Ravendra Singh Bhadauria (@ravendrasinghbhadauria) The Mid-Day article also stated that the next schedule ...

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) is known to impose several cuts or ask for replacements and modifications in scenes or dialogues that they find inappropriate or objectionable. Even clean family entertainers have gone through such censorship. Hence, it’ll be a pleasant surprise for our readers to know that De De Pyaar De 2 has proved to be an exception. Bollywood Hungama has learned that the upcoming Ajay Devgn-R Madhavan-Rakul Preet Singh starrer has not got a single visual or audio cut. The film has been passed as it is by the Examining Committee of the CBFC. The film has received a U/A 13+ certificate and the process was completed on November 6. The length of the film, as mentioned on the censor certificate, is 147.10 minutes. In other words, De De Pyaar De 2 is 2 hours, 27 minutes and 10 seconds long. It releases in cinemas on November 14. Past experience De De Pyaar De 2 is a sequel to the Ajay Devgn-Tabu-Rakul Preet Singh starrer De De Pyaar De (2019), which suff...

Congratulations to Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal, who have officially become parents to a baby boy. The beloved Bollywood couple welcomed their first child on November 7, 2025, marking a new and joyous chapter in their lives. The news comes just months after the duo announced their pregnancy in September through an adorable polaroid photo. In the picture, Vicky was seen affectionately holding Katrina’s baby bump, and the couple had captioned it, “On our way to start the best chapter of our lives with hearts full of joy and gratitude.” The announcement was warmly received by fans, who had been eagerly awaiting this moment after years of speculation about Katrina’s pregnancy. On the morning of November 7, Vicky Kaushal took to his official social media handle to share the happy news with fans. His heartfelt post read, “Our bundle of joy has arrived. With immense love and gratitude, we welcome our baby boy. 7th November, 2025 – Katrina and Vicky.” Soon after the announcement, social m...

Harshvardhan Rane, currently enjoying box office success with his romantic drama Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, has unexpectedly become the centre of a social media debate — and this time, it’s not for his performance. A scene from the Milap Zaveri directorial has caught the attention of netizens and even medical professionals, leading to a wave of memes, criticisms and light-hearted trolling. The moment under scrutiny appears in a sequence where Rane’s character sustains a bullet injury to his arm. While the narrative intends to depict the urgency of medical care, viewers were quick to point out a glaring continuity error: the dressing for the wound is applied over the actor’s shirt instead of on the skin. A doctor, who stumbled upon the clip, shared it on X (formerly Twitter) with a sarcastic caption that read, “Bollywood doctors are soo advanced… Shirt ke upper dressing…” The post quickly gained traction, and social media users wasted no time turning the clip into meme material. Commen...

Aryan Khan, who recently earned appreciation for his debut Netflix directorial The Ba***ds of Bollywood, is already moving ahead with his next set of projects. The series, which featured Lakshya, Raghav Juyal, Bobby Deol and an ensemble cast, marked Aryan’s official entry as a director and showcased his inclination towards bold storytelling. With the streaming debut now behind him, the filmmaker is preparing for a larger leap — a theatrical feature. According to industry sources, Aryan's next directorial will be a full-fledged film intended for a big-screen release. The young filmmaker is reportedly determined to establish himself in the theatrical space before stepping into what will arguably be the most anticipated collaboration of his career — directing his father, superstar Shah Rukh Khan. A source quoted by Pinkvilla revealed that Aryan is taking a measured, merit-driven approach to his career choices. “Aryan wants to deliver a theatrical success and prove himself as a filmm...

In a major development ahead of its theatrical release, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has rejected the plea filed by Siddiqua Begum, who claims to be the daughter of Shah Bano, seeking a stay on the release of Haq. The upcoming film, starring Emraan Hashmi and Yami Gautam Dhar, has been at the centre of controversy after Siddiqua challenged the makers for allegedly portraying her mother’s story without the family’s consent. Siddiqua Begum had approached the court demanding a ban on the film’s release and promotional activities, arguing that Haq draws directly from the life and personal experiences of her late mother, Shah Bano, whose historic 1985 Supreme Court case reshaped Indian legal and social discourse. According to Siddiqua, the film infringes upon the family’s privacy and misuses personal details under the guise of creative liberty. The legal team representing Haq, however, strongly refuted the claims. They clarified that the film is not a biographical retelling but is inspir...

Filmmaker Aditya Sarpotdar, who is currently basking in the success of his latest release Thamma, has addressed the ongoing criticism surrounding the film’s inclusion of three item songs — ‘Poison Baby’, ‘Tum Mere Na Huye’, and ‘Dilbar Ki Aankhon Ka’. The director, who earlier delivered the horror-comedy hit Munjya within the universe, responded to the debate in an interview with SCREEN, explaining his creative reasoning and how such songs play a functional role in modern storytelling and marketing. Reacting to the backlash, Sarpotdar stated, “All these things are marketing assets that lead you into a film. What counts is what the film gives you in the end. For me, when these songs appear, they’re there because my story unfolds through them.” The filmmaker emphasized that the tracks are not inserted merely for glamour but are woven into the narrative to enhance its rhythm and emotional beats. The discussion around Thamma’s music gained traction after audiences questioned the need for...