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EXCLUSIVE: Siddhant Chaturvedi on leading the biopic of legendary filmmaker V Shantaram, “It’s a great responsibility and an honour”

Indian cinema witnesses a defining announcement today as Siddhant Chaturvedi reveals the first look poster of his most challenging and ambitious role yet — legendary filmmaker V. Shantaram — in the upcoming biographical drama titled V. Shantaram. Bollywood Hungama was the first one to share the news last month about Siddhant playing the character of the legendary filmmaker in the film. The newly released poster presents Siddhant in a striking, era-specific look that mirrors the intensity, vision and creative rebellion associated with V. Shantaram. From the posture to the gaze to the fierce creative energy, Siddhant has absorbed Shantaram’s aura so completely that the line between actor and icon feels almost blurred. The transformation marks a major milestone in Siddhant’s career as he steps into the life of a filmmaker, who shaped the language of Indian cinema across decades. Speaking about taking on the role, Siddhant Chaturvedi said in an exclusive quote: “It’s a great responsibil...

EXCLUSIVE: Karan Johar recovers Rs. 90 cr. even before the release of Kartik Aaryan’s Rs. 170 cr. rom-com

The Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday starrer Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri is among the most-awaited films of 2025. The rom-com is set for a Christmas 2025 release, and has already sparked excitement among the cine-goers with the fresh teaser and a hit song. As reported by Bollywood Hungama a year back, Kartik Aaryan is drawing a mammoth pay cheque for the film, amounting to Rs. 40 crores. And now, we have some exciting news for all the Kartik Aaryan fans. According to very reliable sources close to Bollywood Hungama, Karan Johar is placing all his bets on Kartik Aaryan, as Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri is among the most expensive rom-coms of Dharma Productions, and the confidence has come from the track record of Kartik Aaryan delivering big at the box office with the Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise. "Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri is mounted on a huge budget of Rs. 150 crores, in addition to Rs. 20 crores allotted for print and publicity. The film is the second most e...

Makers of Ranveer Singh starrer Dhurandhar to host biggest music launch of the year in Mumbai

The makers of Dhurandhar have amplified the excitement around Ranveer Singh’s upcoming action film by announcing a grand music album launch event in Mumbai. After unveiling an intense trailer and chart-topping songs, the team revealed that the event will take place on December 1, 2025, at Jio World Drive, BKC. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), JioStudios shared the official invite and wrote, "Dhurandhars of Mumbai, GET READY. The BIGGEST MUSIC ALBUM LAUNCH OF THE YEAR is here – by Amazon Music, in association with Saregama, Jio Studios & B62 Studios. This one’s exclusive… but FREE for all. Just show up. 1st Dec 2025 | 4 PM onwards. Jio World Drive, BKC. Comment your fav Dhurandhar track to RSVP! #Dhurandhar In Cinemas Worldwide 5th December." Dhurandhars of Mumbai, GET READY‼️🔥 The BIGGEST MUSIC ALBUM LAUNCH OF THE YEAR is here – by Amazon Music, in association with Saregama, Jio Studios & B62 Studios. This one’s exclusive… but FREE for all. Just show up 😉 🗓️ 1s...

Randeep Hooda and Lin Laishram announce first pregnancy on their second wedding anniversary

Actor Randeep Hooda and his wife, actor-entrepreneur Lin Laishram, have delighted fans with a heartwarming announcement today, revealing that they are expecting their first child. The news comes on a particularly special day for the couple November 29, which also marks their second wedding anniversary. Sharing the joyful update on social media, the couple posted a heartfelt caption, “Two years of love, adventure, and now… a little wild one on the way They described this milestone as the beginning of a beautiful new chapter in their lives, expressing excitement and gratitude as they embark on the journey of parenthood together.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Randeep Hooda (@randeephooda) Randeep and Lin tied the knot in 2023 in an intimate Manipuri ceremony, celebrated for its cultural richness and personal significance. Since then, the couple has been admired not only for their work in cinema and entrepreneurship but also for their shared love of nature,...

EXCLUSIVE: Tamannaah Bhatia signs Siddhant Chaturvedi-starrer Chitrapati V Shantaram

Bollywood Hungama was among the first ones to inform the viewers that the biopic of the legendary film personality V Shantaram is in the making and that Siddhant Chaturvedi will play the lead role in this film, which has been titled Chitrapati V Shantaram. We now bring to you another exciting news from this upcoming film. We have now learned that Tamannaah Bhatia has also come on board. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Tamannaah Bhatia is on a high at present and has proved that she can essay varied kinds of roles. Just like Siddhant Chaturvedi, Tamannaah also essays a real-life character and moreover, it's a crucial role to the narrative. Tamannaah is excited as the role is challenging and viewers would get to see her in a new light.” The source also revealed, “Chitrapati V Shantaram will be directed by Abhijeet Deshpande, who made the successful Marathi biopic, Ani... Dr. Kashinath Ghanekar (2018), and also wrote the memorable Marathi film Natsamrat (2016) and Hindi titles lik...

Aamir Khan drops major career update at IFFI 2025: Superstar confirms full-time return to acting after wrapping current films

Aamir Khan brought the final Fireside Chat of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) to a roaring conclusion, turning the packed Kala Academy into what felt like an immersive masterclass in cinema. The session, moderated by acclaimed film critic Baradwaj Rangan, was titled ‘The Narrative Architect of Social Transformation and Inclusivity’ and soon turned into a candid, insightful and deeply personal conversation with the superstar. Aamir began by revisiting the origins of his love for stories, recalling memories of his grandmother’s tales and the magic of Hawa Mahal on the radio—moments he credits for shaping his creative instincts. “I’ve always been drawn to stories. They were a big part of my childhood, and that fascination has guided every choice I’ve made as an actor,” he said. What emerged through the session was Aamir’s belief in instinct over calculation. “I can’t repeat myself. Once I’ve done a certain kind of film, I want to move on. I look for stories that fee...

Apne producer Deepak Mukut miffed with Anil Sharma for calling off Apne 2: "He is not authorized to make such a rash statement"

Producer Deepak Mukut is extremely miffed with director Anil Sharma for saying that the sequel to the Deols’ family film Apne cannot be made without the patriarch of the family. Affirmed Deepak Mukut, “On the contrary, Apne must be made now, more than ever before. We were working on the project with Dharam ji. Now Sunny (Deol) and I are going to work on Apne as a homage to Dharam ji. He will be there in the project in spirit. Apne featured Dharam ji with Sunny and Bobby. Apne 2 will also have Sunny’s son Karan in stellar role. I will be sitting down with Sunny over this as soon as the mourning period finishes.” Mukut is surprised and annoyed at Anil Sharma’s announcement on Apne 2 being called off after Dharam ji’s death. “He is not authorized to make such a rash statement. I wonder why he said this. He denies having made such a statement. But how can he be quoted on something so sensitive if he didn’t say it? It is not Anil Sharma’s c...

Kapil Sharma to return to Colors after 11 years in Laughter Chefs: Report

Recent reports suggest that Kapil Sharma is all set to make a much-talked-about return to Colors, marking a significant moment for fans who have long associated the channel with some of his earliest television triumphs. While he is not reviving Comedy Nights With Kapil, the iconic skit-based chat show that made him a household name, the comedian, we hear, is gearing up to be a part of an entirely different show— the comedy cooking reality show Laughter Chefs that is expected to mark a return with its new season soon. For those who came in late, Comedy Nights With Kapil had once been one of the biggest draws on Indian television, welcoming major Bollywood stars and featuring popular comedians like Sunil Grover, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda and many others. The show ended amid reports of a fallout between Kapil and the channel — an incident that unfolded nearly 11 years ago. Despite the long-standing buzz around their differences, the comedian and the network have finally decided to tu...

EXCLUSIVE: Dharmendra’s family to host ‘Celebration Of Life’ memorial; Sonu Nigam to sing his evergreen hits

Legendary actor Dharmendra, who passed away on November 24, 2025, will be remembered in a special way by his family and loved ones. Bollywood Hungama has learned that instead of a conventional prayer meet, the Deols are organising a heartfelt ‘Celebration Of Life’ that mirrors the way the superstar lived – large-hearted, warm and king size. The remembrance gathering will be held this week at a five-star hotel in Mumbai. The Deol family will be in attendance along with other near and dear ones from their extended family, as well as the film industry. An insider told Bollywood Hungama, “In a moving gesture, the family has invited Sonu Nigam to perform some of the most memorable songs picturised on Dharmendra over the decades. The singer is expected to render evergreen numbers that defined the star’s on-screen romance and charisma...melodies that generations have grown up with and still hum with affection. The idea is to let music do what Dharmendra’s own films often did: bring smiles, ...

Alaya F reveals SIBO diagnosis during 75-Hard; says she’s been on antibiotics for 50 days

Alaya F has always been the one who genuinely pioneers fitness among the Gen-Z, cementing herself as the true fitness icon who's often celebrated for her commitment and dedication. The actress embarked on a 75-Hard for the second time and documented her progress on her social media. Recently, she announced that she has been diagnosed with SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth), a day before she concludes her 75-Hard. In her video, the actor shared, “It's day 74 of my 75-Hard of the year; I'm at the finish line. But today, instead of showing you guys progress photos, I actually have a personal story to tell you. You guys are probably used to seeing my stomach look a little like this (toned), but for most of this 75-Hard, my stomach has actually looked like this (bloated).” She added, “For almost three months, I had a mystery illness that we just couldn't seem to diagnose. It turned out to be a severe case of something called SIBO, which causes constant bloating, ...

EXCLUSIVE: Sumit Arora talks about writing dialogues for 120 Bahadur: "Farhan Akhtar is very thorough professional, sharp, witty"; reacts to Shah Rukh Khan's National Award win for Jawan: "He should have won long back…the National Award deserved him!"

Sumit Arora has carved a niche for himself thanks to his solid writing in shows like The Family Man, Dahaad, Guns & Gulaabs and Citadel: Honey Bunny and in films like Stree (2018), ’83 (2021), Jawan (2023), Chandu Champion (2024) etc. November 21 was a significant day for him this year for he had 2 releases – the season 3 of The Family Man dropped on Amazon Prime Video while the Farhan Akhtar-starrer war drama 120 Bahadur arrived in cinemas. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Sumit Arora spoke about his dialogues in 120 Bahadur and a lot more. You had 2 releases in a single day. How was the experience and what did you do on November 21? I was at IFFI, Goa as we had screenings of The Family Man as well as 120 Bahadur. I was checking the reactions of both. The Family Man Season 3 was available digitally while 120 Bahadur had released in theatres. So, it was very interesting and also overwhelming to have two releases on two different mediums on the same day. The Family...

Shubhangi Atre reveals Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai film wrapped in just 20 days

The beloved television comedy Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai! is now making its way to the big screen — and the transition happened faster than anyone expected. According to an exclusive report by HTCity, the show’s long-awaited film adaptation has already been shot, and it was wrapped up in a record-breaking 20 days. Shubhangi Atre, who plays Angoori Bhabhi, confirmed the astonishing timeline. She said, “Yes, the film has been shot in just 20 days!” and even joked, “We should be in Guinness Record!” In addition to the core cast Shubhangi Atre, Rohitashv Gour, and Aasif Sheikh the movie will also feature actors Ravi Kishan, Mukesh Tiwari, and Bijendra Kala. The entire production was completed in the picturesque hill towns of Mussoorie and Dehradun. Speaking of the shoot, Shubhangi said, “Bohot thand mein shooting ki humne, it was very exciting and the shoot was over in March. It's a complete laughter ride!” About what fans can expect, she hinted at some surprises, “Angoori kuch alag kart...

SCOOP: Single screens in a fix as Tere Ishk Mein’s 2-week condition risks shrinking Dhurandhar’s show count

Tere Ishk Mein will release in 2 days from now, and it is all set to spring a surprise at the box office, going by the advance booking trends. However, the ticket sales are yet to start in several single screens. Bollywood Hungama has learned that the distributors of the Dhanush-Kriti Sanon starrer have made a certain demand to the single-screen owners, which the latter have not yet agreed upon. A trade source told Bollywood Hungama, “AA Films, owned by Anil Thadani, has asked the single-screens to sign an agreement stating that they’ll play all shows of Tere Ishk Mein this week. All theatres have agreed to this directive. But the distribution team has further instructed the theatres that they will have to commit 2 shows of Tere Ishk Mein next week. Only when these two conditions are met will they get to release Tere Ishk Mein.” The source continued, “Dhurandhar releases next Friday, December 5. Hence, if single screen hall owners agree to the demand put forth by AA Films, they’ll ha...

Celina Jaitly files domestic violence case against husband Peter Haag: Report

Bollywood actress Celina Jaitly has filed a domestic violence complaint against her husband, Austrian hotelier and entrepreneur Peter Haag, as reported by ANI. She approached a Mumbai court under the provisions of the Domestic Violence Act, accusing Haag of domestic violence, cruelty, and manipulation. Following her petition, the court issued a formal notice to Haag. Further details regarding the allegations and the next hearings are awaited. Celina Jaitly and Peter Haag married in 2011 in Austria. The couple welcomed twin sons in March 2012, marking a happy chapter in their marriage. In 2017, they became parents to another set of twin boys, but the family suffered a heartbreaking loss when one of the infants passed away due to a hypoplastic heart condition. Celina, known for films such as No Entry, Golmaal Returns, Thank You, Apna Sapna Money Money, and Money Hai Toh Honey Hai, has mostly stayed away from the public eye in recent years, making headlines only during significant person...

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Rajkumar Hirani brings storytelling wisdom to IFFI, breaking down the art of writing and editing: "Writing imagines emotion, editing experiences it"

Lights dimmed and anticipation filled the air at IFFI as audiences gathered for a masterclass that felt more like an energising creative session than a traditional workshop. When filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani arrived at the Kala Academy Hall, the atmosphere lifted instantly. By the end of the event, writers were jotting down ideas, editors were nodding in recognition, and cinephiles were visibly inspired. Hirani shared practical insights and clear principles that have shaped his career. “Writing is emotion imagined; editing is emotion experienced. The writer writes the first draft, the editor the last. Theme is the soul of a film, while conflict is its oxygen,” he said, setting the tone for his session titled “Film is Made on Two Tables — Writing and Editing.” He described writing as a space of creative freedom—where skies are endless, actors are perfect, and no constraints exist. However, he emphasised that once this material reaches the editing table, reality reshapes it. According to ...

Sharmila Tagore on missing out on Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani with Dharmendra, “I fell ill and couldn’t do the film”

“We shared the same birthday. He was my co-star in seven films. I knew he was not keeping good health. But the news of his passing is still very saddening,” said Sharmila Tagore, who worked in films as far-ranging as Satyakam and Chupke Chupke with Dharmendra. She reflected on their screen togetherness. “We first worked together in Devar and then during the same year in Anupama. Two very serious subjects, followed by an out-and-out commercial film Mere Humdum Mere Dost. Shooting with him was a breeze. He was as effortless on screen as he was off it. He was never ‘The Star’ on the sets, always his natural self. There was nothing put-on about him.” Sharmila Tagore recalled her first meeting with Dharmendra. “Before we worked together, we met when I was shooting with Yash Chopra’s Waqt. I don’t know in what context he was there. But I remember he was dressed… how shall I put it… not like a star at all. When s...

EXCLUSIVE: Trailer of Kapil Sharma-starrer Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 to be launched in a GRAND event on November 26

10 years ago, Kapil Sharma made a rocking debut in Hindi films with Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon (2015). It surprised the trade and industry as it opened in double digits, at Rs. 10.15 crores. As a result, expectations are tremendous for its second part, titled Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2. Bollywood Hungama has learned that the trailer will be launched in 2 days from now. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “The theatrical trailer of Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 will be unveiled on Wednesday, November 26, at a grand event in Mumbai. It will be graced by lead actor Kapil Sharma, Manjot Singh and his four heroines, namely, Warina Hussain, Ayesha Khan, Tridha Choudhury and Parul Gulati. Director Anukalp Goswami and producers Ratan Jain, Ganesh Jain and Abbas-Mustan are also expected to be present.” The source further said, “The makers are happy with the way Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 has shaped up and are excited to launch the trailer in a big way. Hence, they have decided to go all out for the event. Mo...

SCOOP: Salman Khan considering reclaiming his traditional Eid slot with Battle Of Galwan; might clash with Toxic and Dhamaal 4

Bollywood Hungama has been at the forefront in delivering exciting and exclusive news about Battle Of Galwan, one of the most-awaited films of 2026. It stars Salman Khan in a never-before-seen avatar, as evident from the first look of the film. The film’s shoot is about to get over and the makers have still not announced the release date of the film. Earlier this month, we reported that the makers are considering releasing the film in June. But now, Bollywood Hungama has learned that Salman Khan is also eyeing the Ramzan Eid holiday. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “It’s common knowledge that Salman Khan and Eid are synonymous with each other. Earlier, Salman Khan decided not to bring Battle Of Galwan on Eid, that is, March 19, 2026, as the slot was already taken by Toxic, starring KGF star Yash and the multi-starrer Dhamaal 4. But now, the superstar is toying with the idea and considering if his war film can arrive on the holy festival.” The source further said, “The shoot would be...

Prabhas–Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit begins filming; muhurat held in Hyderabad with Chiranjeevi as the chief guest

Spirit, starring Prabhas and directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, officially went on floors today, November 23. The team conducted a muhurat ceremony to mark the beginning of the shoot, attended by Triptii Dimri, producer Bhushan Kumar, Pranay Reddy Vanga, Shiv Chanana and megastar Chiranjeevi, who joined as the chief guest. Although Prabhas was present for the puja, he was not seen in the photos shared by the production team. The film marks Vanga’s first collaboration with Prabhas, and anticipation has been steadily building since October, when the director released a special birthday surprise for the actor. On October 24, Vanga unveiled what he described as a “Sound Story,” an audio-led teaser that sets the tone for Spirit. The teaser opens with a prison backdrop, introducing a tense exchange between a jailer and his team as they prepare to handle a former police officer-turned-prisoner. The most discussed moment arrives when Prabhas’s voice is heard saying, “Sir, since childhood I hav...