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Revisiting Kuch Tum Kaho Kuch Hum Kahein, an action drama which released in 2002 starring Vikram Gokhale, Farida Jalal, Fardeen Khan, and Govind Namdeo.

Producer D. Rama Naidu, always known for his sincere and ardent depiction of bucolic drama, comes up with a rustic confection that scores a few brownie points for sincerity and conviction.

Recalling Tamil-Hindi filmmaker L.V. Prasad’s illustrious back-to-the-village tales, Kuch Tum Kaho… has a lot to say about the virtues of village verdancy. The film builds a fairly sharp-focussed and appealing rural arcadia with imposing ancestral homes housing egos to match.

It tells the story of a fierce family feud between two neighbouring households run by a moustache-twirling patriarch (Vikram Gokhale) and his bearded counterpart (Govind Namdeo) on the other end. Both believe in whisker’s wisdom rather than plain common sense.

Enter Fardeen Khan, in an author-backed heartwarming role as Gokhale’s estranged grandson who’s as determined as hell,...

Subhash K Jha looks again at Govind Nihalani’s vital exploration of the post-Godhra communal riots in Dev. The drama, which was released 21 years ago, featured an incredible cast that included Amitabh Bachchan, Om Puri, Fardeen Khan, and Kareena Kapoor. We also hear from Mr. Bachchan about the making of the film.

Perhaps the only political film of his career, Amitabh Bachchan sinks his teeth as a fence-sitting cop who gradually grows aware of the hydra-headed politics of communalism.

Speaking of the experience, Mr Bachchan said, “Govind Nihalaniji was a great all-rounder. From the direction and cinematography to the lunch on the sets, he takes care of it all. He always brings out a social reality through his cinema. He isn’t afraid to pick subjects that we only whisper about. Working with Govindji proved a revealing experience. Dev is a very powerful subject. It goes into a dark area...

In Govind Nihalani’s scathing Dev, Fardeen Khan’s face mirrors an enduring turmoil and conflict. His role as the disgruntled young Muslim echoes Hrithik Roshan in Khalid Mohamed’s Fiza. But the echoes are far more restrained and projected into a smaller circle. In a role that’s critically central to the dramatic conflict, Fardeen’s awkwardness goes very well with his conflicted character, though the accent remains more South Mumbai than downmarket Baroda.

For Fardeen Khan, Govind Nihalani’s Dev was a game changer. He said, “It was my third film with Kareena Kapoor, and it was she who recommended me for the role, and I will always be grateful to her for that.”

Having to work with a director of such stature and relevance was another new experience for Fardeen. The actor stated, “Being signed by the respected Govind Nihalani for a film with legends like Amitabh Bachchan...

In Govind Nihalani’s Dev, Om Puri was one of the most outspoken actors of the country, played Bad Cop, the communal law enforcer while Amitabh Bachchan played the Good Cop.

Never one to hide his anger and hurt, Om once surprised this writer by suddenly asking, “Why couldn’t Govind have cast me in (Amitabh) Bachchan saab’s role in Dev? I’ve the highest regard for Bachchan saab. I played his elder brother in Ravi Chopra’s Baabul, although I am eight years his junior. I did it for the pleasure of working with him for the first time.”

With Dev, which turned 21 years old on June 11, Om felt the situation was different. “I had done a major successful film Ardh Satya with Govind. But when he made a big-budgeted film (Dev) he went to Bachchan saab to play the protagonist. I was given the negative role of the corrupt cop.

All Housefull Movie IMDb Ratings Compared(Photo Credit –YouTube)

Housefull 5, the fifth installment of the immensely popular comedy film series, is currently running in theatres. Directed by Tarun Mansukhani (of Dostana fame), the latest sequel is already on the verge of becoming the franchise’s most successful film at the box office. While that’s the story at the box office, let’s take a look at how Housefull 5 stacks up against the first four Housefull films on IMDb and where it ranks based on the user ratings.

All 5 Housefull Films – IMDb Ratings Compared

As of now, the highest-rated installment of the franchise remains the original Housefull film (2010), directed by Sajid Khan, which holds a user rating of 5.6/10. Next in line are Housefull 2 (2012) and Housefull 3 (2016), with IMDb ratings of 5.4/10 and 4.9/10, respectively. And the most recent entry, Housefull 5 (2025), currently sits at Rank 4 with an IMDb rating of 3.9/10. Moreover,...

Anil Kapoor & Amitabh Bachchan Were Set To Play Cops (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Housefull 5 is one of the biggest star-studded films in Bollywood right now. With big names showered upon it, the film attracted the limelight of the media with its strong opening. The film stars big-time Bollywood faces, such as Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Fardeen Khan, Jacqueline Fernandez, Shreyas Talpade, Jackie Shroff, Nana Patekar, Nargis Fakhri, Chitrangada Singh, Dino Morea, Sonam Bajwa, Chunky Pandey, Johnny Lever, Nikitin Dheer, and Soundarya Sharma. But interestingly, two more Bollywood legends—Amitabh Bachchan and Anil Kapoor—were also approached for the film.

Anil Kapoor Was The First Choice For A Cop Role?

The report mentions that Anil Kapoor and Nana Patekar were the original choices to play the two cops in Housefull 5. The makers wanted to bring back the fun banter from their Welcome days, especially the popular Uday-Majnu dynamic.

Housefull 5 Box Office Day 1 Morning Occupancy!(Photo Credit –YouTube/Facebook)

Housefull 5, starring Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, and the star-studded cast, has arrived in theatres today. It successfully passed the test in advance booking. However, the occupancy for the morning shows failed to beat Raid 2 and Chhaava, among other biggies. Scroll below for the day 1 update at the box office.

Housefull 5 Box Office Day 1 Morning Occupancy

As per Sacnilk, Housefull 5 has registered a morning occupancy of 13.62% in India. This includes shows in both formats — Housefull 5A and Housefull 5B. While the admissions are decent, the comedy thriller has failed to beat Bollywood biggies like Chhaava, Raid 2, and Sikandar. In fact, it also remained behind Badass Ravi Kumar.

Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava had registered the best morning occupancy among Bollywood releases in 2025. In comparison, Akshay Kumar starrer has witnessed almost 55% lower admissions. It has ranked 5th among the...

Housefull 5 Movie Review Rating:

Star Cast: Akshay Kumar, Abhishek A Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Nargis Fakhri, Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, Nana Patekar, Chitrangada Singh, Fardeen Khan, Chunky Pandey, Johnny Lever, Shreyas Talpade, Dino Morea, Ranjeet, Soundarya Sharma, Nikitin Dheer

Director: Tarun Mansukhani

Housefull 5 Movie Review Out ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

What’s Good: The aesthetics of the cruise look well-made, and probably the brief introduction of the characters of Nana Patekar, Sanjay Dutt, and Jackie Shroff.

What’s Bad: The entire illogical plotline, cringeworthy non-funny jokes, unnecessary double meaning jokes, and the overly objectification of the female leads, the potential supporting star cast being wasted, not even the songs have a strong impact.

Loo Break: You can honestly take a loo break or also enjoy an entire popcorn and Samosa meal outside, you won’t miss a thing.

Watch or Not?: Unless you really want to go...

Read our first half review of Housefull 5.(Photo Credit –Facebook)

We are done with the first half of Housefull 5, and so far the movie struggles to tickle our funny bones with its cringeworthy double-meaning jokes and a plotline that makes us go, ‘Yeh Ho Kya Raha Hain?’

The plot revolves around a billionaire, Ranjeet Dobriyal (Ranjeet), who passes away before his 100th birthday celebration can take place on a cruise. However, he leaves a will that says that his son, Jolly, from his first wife, is to be his successor. This leaves his board of directors and his son from his second marriage, Dev (Fardeen Khan), to wait for Jolly to arrive. However, enters three Jollys – Jalbuddin (Riteish Deshmukh), Jalbushan (Abhishek Bachchan), and Julius (Akshay Kumar). Who is the real Jolly, who will become the heir to this massive empire? Things become more murkier with a killer on...

Housefull 5 Box Office Day 1 Advance Booking (Final): Enjoys 121% Growth To Beat Every Single Bollywood Film Of 2025 Except Two!(Photo Credit –YouTube)

Housefull 5 has finally witnessed the much-anticipated craze at the ticket windows. Akshay Kumar starrer has showcased a massive leap in advance booking in the final 24 hours before release. The comedy thriller has surpassed Raid 2 to score the third-highest pre-sales of 2025. Scroll below for the day 1 box office update!

How much did Housefull 5 earn in advance booking?

As per the latest update on Sacnilk at 6 Am, Housefull 5 has registered an advance booking sale of 8.02 crore gross (excluding blocked seats) for day 1. It saw a growth of a massive 121% in the last 24 hours. Around 2.52 lakh tickets have been sold across the nation.

Housefull 5A is witnessing 2X the ticket sales compared to Housefull 5B. But all eyes are now on early reviews, which will determine the audience choice between the two formats.

Housefull 5 Review In No: Currently, Akshay Kumar’s new film Housefull 5 has been making headlines for the last several days. Which is a close release date. Which is left for a few hours to release because the film will hit an entry on a big screen on June 6, in such a situation, there is a gradual reaction to the film. Now the review of Housefull 5 has come, let’s know the first review of the film has been positive or negative.

Housefull 5 Review in Hindi

Akshay Kumar is again doing Bapasi in comedy films. Last month, he has appeared in his patriotic films. In which the actor is fully prepared to bring a new movie again, which will knock on 6 June. Its atmosphere has been seen tremendously, so that this film directed by Tarun Mansukhani is going to do wonderful, whose possibility is being told more about earning.

Housefull 5 Box Office Day 1 Advance Booking Update! (Photo Credit – Instagram/YouTube)

Housefull 5 makers are pulling off a never-seen-before strategy by releasing two versions of their comedy-thriller. The pre-release buzz is at par, and cine-goers cannot wait to see what Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan and the team has in store for us. The advance booking has commenced in limited showcasing. Scroll below for the latest box office updates!

Housefull 5 Advance Booking (5 days to go)

The advance booking has commenced for both Housefull 5A and Housefull 5B. As per Sacnilk, the Akshay Kumar starrer has sold tickets worth 37.84 lakhs gross (excluding blocked seats). Around 8.7K tickets have been sold from 5,204 shows available across the nation.

Maharashtra is currently the best-performing state, followed by Delhi, Rajasthan and Gujarat. Punjab, Odisha, and Telangana are also picking up the pace.

Trending Maa Trailer Impact At Box Office Day 1: Kajol Has A Shot At Top 10 Female-Centric Openers,...

Buckle up for the biggest laughter riot of the year as Housefull 5 hits cinemas on 6th June 2025! Helmed by celebrated director Tarun Mansukhani, this film marks a monumental cinematic milestone — bringing together 19 of Bollywood’s most loved stars in one epic comedy franchise.

Housefull 5 continues the legacy of India’s longest-running comedy franchise, and this time it’s bigger, bolder, and packed with more madness than ever. Known for his vision and flair, Tarun Mansukhani has achieved what few filmmakers dare to dream — uniting 19 A-list actors in a single high-voltage entertainer.

The stellar ensemble includes: Akshay Kumar, Abhishek A Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Nargis Fakhri, Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, Nana Patekar, Chitrangada Singh, Fardeen Khan, Chunky Pandey, Johnny Lever, Shreyas Talpade, Dino Morea, Ranjeet, Soundarya Sharma, Nikitin Dheer, and Akashdeep Sabir — promising a power-packed rollercoaster of comedy, chaos, and charisma

Speaking about the film, director...

Housefull 5 Box Office Potential! ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Housefull 5 is now less than a week away from its theatrical release. The advance booking has commenced in limited showcasing, and the response is sure to be earth-shattering. But will Akshay Kumar and team finally unlock the 1000 crore milestone and create history for the franchise? Scroll below for a detailed box office analysis.

What is the Housefull 5 budget?

The stakes are high because Tarun Mansukhani’s upcoming comedy thriller is reportedly mounted on a budget of 375 crores. As per Koimoi’s parameters, a film gains the hit verdict once it earns double its investment. This means that Housefull 5 must earn 750 crores at the Indian box office.

The highest that a film in the Housefull franchise has earned is 206 crores, accumulated by Housefull 4 in 2019. This means a 264% jump in box office collections is required to achieve the massive milestone. It is...

Ram Gopal Varma’s eerie Bhoot, which clocks 22 years on May 30, stars, hold you breath, Rekha, Tanuja, Urmila Matondkar, Victor Banerjee, Nana Patekar, Ajay Devgan, Fardeen Khan….Varma is nothing, if not a pathbreaker. His Bhoot would be considered his finest directorial undertaking to date if Satya and Company hadn’t come along earlier on. Bhoot lacks the the spatial dimensions and dramatic impact of Company. While the “action,” if it can be called that, in Bhoot is largely situated in and around a highrise apartment in Mumbai , there are constant undercurrents of smothered expressions threatening to implode on Varma’s stunningly mounted frames. But like bits of bright molten lava, the tensions always recede just in time to remind us that in life, as in art, drama isn’t about what we see, but what we feel.

Throught this 2-hour song-less excursion into the realm of the supernatural, Varma...

Housefull 5 Box Office Update! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

War 2 and Housefull 5 release dates are far from each other, but the Bollywood biggies are currently clashing in a pre-box office battle. The race is currently on to gain the #1 spot in BookMyShow interests. For the longest time, Hrithik Roshan and Jr Ntr’s film was dominating but Akshay Kumar starrer has finally overtaken it. Scroll below for the latest update!

Housefull 5 BookMyShow Interests

Within 24 hours of the launch of the Housefull 5 trailer, the comedy thriller witnessed a surge of 7.3K interests on BookMyShow. The excitement is at par as the pre-release promos have garnered highly favorable responses.

As per the live update, Housefull 5 has gained 83.2K interests on Bms.

Housefull 5 vs War 2 Pre-Box Office Battle

The War 2 teaser was released around two weeks back, and the anticipation is sky-high. It will be released on August 14, 2025. However,...

Housefull 5 Box Office Advance Booking (Overseas): Beats Sky Force’s Opening Weekend In Germany With Pre-Sales Alone(Photo Credit –YouTube/Facebook)

Housefull 5, featuring Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, and an ensemble, is making noise for all the right reasons. Considered to be the biggest comedy in Indian cinema, the film has garnered eyeballs due to its grandeur. Also, the recently released trailer has received mostly favorable reactions from viewers, which could be seen through the impressive momentum in the box office advance booking. Keep reading for a detailed report!

Housefull 5 aims to conquer the box office!

Directed by Tarun Mansukhani, of Dostana fame, the upcoming Hindi comedy thriller is scheduled to release on June 6, 2025. It marks one of Bollywood’s biggest casting coups. Backed by a superb cast and the brand value of the Housefull franchise, the magnum opus looks like an easy money spinner.

Housefull 5 Trailer Views In First 24 Hours On YouTube!(Photo Credit –YouTube)

Akshay Kumar, Jacqueline Fernandez, and other Housefull 5 cast members are roaring loud in pre-release buzz. The trailer was unveiled on May 27, 2025, and opened to positive reviews. Unfortunately, it failed to enter the top 10 most-viewed Bollywood trailers in the first 24 hours on YouTube. Scroll below for more details!

Housefull 5 trailer views in first 24 hours

In the first 24 hours, Housefull 5 trailer gained a viewership of 9.46 million. Fans were impressed and praised Akshay Kumar and the other cast members for their performances. They also had only good things to say about the cinematography, dialogues, and background score.

Unfortunately, the trailer remained way behind the top 10 most viewed Bollywood trailers in the first 24 hours on YouTube. It needed a minimum of 45.2 million views to beat Baby John and enter the list.

Trending Metro…In Dino Zamaana Lage Song Review:...

Housefull 5 vs War 2 Pre-Box Office Battle (Photo Credit – Instagram/YouTube)

Hrithik Roshan and Jr Ntr led War 2 will arrive on August 14, 2025. It is almost 2.5 months away from its theatrical release, but the pre-release buzz is unreal! Ayan Mukerji’s directorial is enjoying the highest interest for a Bollywood movie on BookMyShow. But the competition is getting intense as Akshay Kumar’s Housefull 5 could soon surpass it! Scroll below for updates on the pre-box office battle.

War 2 BookMyShow Interests

The news of Hrithik Roshan and Jr Ntr locking horns was enough to break the internet. The much anticipated War 2 teaser was released on May 20, 2025, and became the 5th most viewed Bollywood teaser within 24 hours on YouTube. It led to a massive surge in interests on BookMyShow. As per the live data, as many as 75.7K users have shown interest in the Independence Day release.

Housefull 5 Bms Interests

On the other hand,...

Yes, Bollyfans! The wait is over! The trailer for Sajid Nadiadwala’s highly anticipated film, Housefull 5, has dropped, and looks to be a full-blown laugh riot. Set to release on June 5th, the film directed by Tarun Mansukhani boasts an ensemble of 19 stars. Leading the charge is king of comedy himself, Akshay Kumar, joined by returning favourites and some new faces including Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek A Bachchan, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Nargis Fakhri, Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, Nana Patekar, Chitrangada Singh, Fardeen Khan, Chunky Pandey, Johnny Lever, Shreyas Talpade, Dino Morea, Ranjeet, Soundarya Sharma, Nikitin Dheer, and Akashdeep Sabir.

Keeping up the promise of it being a killer comedy mayhem, the trailer gives us a glimpse into the world setting the tone for what’s clearly going to be a rollercoaster ride of madness, murder, and fun on the big screen. As India’s only franchise to reach its fifth installment,...

Housefull 5 Trailer Review ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Akshay Kumar and Riteish Deshmukh’s Housefull is one of the most popular franchises in Bollywood. Now, Housefull 5 is gearing up for release this year, and the makers have finally released its much-awaited trailer. After a teaser and three songs, the fans were long prepared to witness more in the trailer. Keep scrolling for more.

Housefull 5 trailer review: It’s an entertaining chaos!

The upcoming film’s trailer is three minutes and fifty-three seconds long, and it tactfully showcases all the major characters or, shall I say, players of the film. Almost all the actors appear in this official trailer, from Dino Morea to Fardeen Khan and even Nana Patekar.

Akshay Kumar, Ritesh Deshmukh, and Abhishek Bachchan go by the name Jolly, creating major chaos as people are unsure who the real son of Papa Ranjeet is. Others are tasked with...

Exclusive: Here’s a first look at Housefull 5, starring the likes of Indian comedy king Akshay Kumar and Abhishek A Bachchan.

The trailer for the first film in the Housefull franchise in six years shows Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh and Abhishek A Bachchan on a giant cruise ship all claiming to be the real son and rightful heir to a fortune. Following a wild night where drinks are spiked, they wake to find their memories hazy, and are soon put in ship’s jail after a murder, with a pair of detectives flown in to determine which of three committed the crime.

As one of the biggest budget comedies to come out of India, the action shifts from the boat across to London, then France, Spain and back to the UK as the police search for their killer. Interestingly, the movie will have two different endings, which will play in cinemas at different times.

Two celebrated Indian actors, Aamir Khan and Kamal Haasan, are geared for the theatrical release of their films Sitaare Zameen Par and Thug Life, respectively. While Sitaare Zameen Par is scheduled to release on 20th June 2025, Thug Life will hit the big screens a couple of weeks earlier on 5th June 2025. Both films have found a place on IMDb’s most anticipated top ten new Indian movies and shows list. But the question is: which one of them ranks higher on the IMDb list? Read on to find out.

Sitaare Zameen Par or Thug Life: Which Film Leads IMDb’s Most Anticipated List?

At the time of writing, Sitaare Zameen Par is the third-most anticipated Indian film on the IMDb top ten most anticipated new Indian movies list. On the other hand, Thug Life is trailing behind Aamir Khan’s film on Rank 8 on IMDb. This is surprising because...

They’re back! Are you ready for the Housefull crew in a new adventure? This summer, the craziest, and of course, the one that will have you literally laughing out loud- the ‘killer’ comedy of the year is ready to set sail! Yes, we are talking Housefull 5, and we have your first sneak peek.

One of India’s most beloved comedy franchises celebrates 15 glorious years of Housefull today—can you believe it? Visionary filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala brought the laughs when the Og 1st installment of Housefull was released on 30 April 2010, and on this special occasion, the much-anticipated teaser of Housefull 5 was unveiled.

The teaser offers an exciting first glimpse of a truly star-studded ensemble featuring Bollywood’s biggest names: Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Nargis Fakhri, Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, Nana Patekar, Chitrangada Singh, Fardeen Khan, Chunky Pandey, Johnny Lever, Shreyas Talpade, Dino Morea,...

Housefull Teaser Review Is Out – Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan & Others Are Here To Tickle Our Funny Bones! (Photo Credit – YouTube)

How long have we honestly waited to witness a light-hearted comedy in Bollywood!? We don’t want no logic, just pure entertainment, tickling our funny bones. There’s a nostalgic factor associated with Housefull 5, and the teaser amplifies it to 10X. Scroll below our detailed teaser review of Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, and Riteish Deshmukh starrer!

Housefull 5 Teaser

The 1-minute and 16-second-long Housefull 5 teaser begins with some peppy celebrations on the cruise. We cannot help but praise the catchy background music “laal pari.” The first frame, featuring Akshay Kumar in his comic avatar, was impactful enough to believe a tru-blu entertainer is in the making.

Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Shreyas Talpade, Fardeen Khan, Chunky Panday, Johnny Lever, Ranjeet, Jackie Shroff, Nana Patekar, and Sanjay Dutt – it truly is the biggest casting coup.

When Feroze Khan’s Wife Walked Out Of Their Marriage (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Actor Feroze Khan was not only part of some commercially successful films in Hindi cinema but was also known for his good looks. He was known to have quite a Casanova image and possessed a charm that would make women go weak in the knees. However, there was a time when his personal life started to grab several eyeballs.

Feroze Khan tied the knot with socialite Sundari Khan in 1965. Sundari already had a daughter named Sonia from her previous marriage. The former couple had two children of their own, Laila and actor Fardeen Khan. All was well with Fardeen and Sundari’s relationship until the Arzoo actor went to Bangalore for work.

It was during his Bangalore trip that he met airhostess Jyotika Dhanrajgir, who was also a member of Hyderabad. It is said that the duo...

Would it be fair to describe Feroz Khan as the Clint Eastwood of Mumbai cinema? He was certainly the first Indian star to play a brooding cowboy in a series of films in the mid-70s. Curry Westerns like Kala Sona and didn’t quite make this Khan a craze in his days. But he was nothing if not a trendsetter. Westernized trim and flamboyantly macho Feroz Khan came at a time when heroes were moony-eyed, flabby, and 40-ish. This Khan didn’t spend hours in the gym. But he sure knew how to flex his biceps on screen.

His broad machismo earned Khan a staunch fan following. The urbanized Indian loved to watch Khan play the stud in self-directed flicks like Apradh, Qurbani and Janbaaz where he drove the slickest cars, bedded the most beautiful women and visited the most swanky sights in the world.

Feroz Khan was the first dude with an attitude.

Indian thespian Anupam Kher’s directorial venture “Tanvi The Great” will have its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival’s Marche du Film.

Kher will introduce the screening alongside cast and crew members, with numerous A-list celebrities expected in attendance.

The Cannes unveiling marks the beginning of an international rollout, as the production team has scheduled subsequent screenings across major global cities including London, New York, and Los Angeles, strategically expanding the film’s reach to worldwide audiences.

Details of the film are under wraps at the moment. It is produced by Anupam Kher Studio in association with India’s National Film Development Corporation.

The film is written by Ankur Suman (“Kaagaz”) and Abhishek Dixit (“Uunchai”) alongside Kher. Cinematography is by Keiko Nakahara (“Farrey”) and music by Oscar winner M.M. Keeravani (“Rrr”).

Kher, one of Indian cinema’s most prolific character actors, made his directorial debut with the 2002 feature “Om Jai Jagadish,...

Did Govinda Speak To His Dead Mother On A Movie Set? (Photo Credit – Sony Liv)

As one would expect, Bollywood star Govinda was extremely close to his mother. Nirmala Devi, aka Dulari, was a renowned Padma-Shri recipient singer-actress. She passed away in 1996 at the age of 69. But do you know Chi Chi once spoke to his dead mother on a movie set almost 13 years after her passing? Scroll below for the lesser-known tale.

In 2009, Chi Chi was shooting for his film Life Partner in Mumbai. The romantic comedy, directed by Rumy Jaffery, also starred Fardeen Khan, Tusshar Kapoor, Genelia D’Souza, and Prachi Desai. It, unfortunately, isn’t one of the most memorable films of his career, but what allegedly happened on sets will be remembered in history!

As per mid-day, Govinda once believed that his late mother arrived on Life Partner sets. To bring her to the shooting location was his brother,...

When Saif Ali Khan And Amrita Singh’s Dog Killed Sheeba Aggarwal’s Pet (Photo Credit – Wikipedia)

Many Bollywood stars are known to be self-proclaimed pet lovers. However, sometimes this can result to some adverse effects too. Did you know that Saif Ali Khan and his ex-wife Amrita Singh’s dog had once mauled the pet of actor-couple Akashdeep Sabir and Sheeba Aggarwal to death? The duo opened up about the horrifying incident in a throwback interview.

According to Indian Express, Sheeba Aggarwal and Akashdeep Sabir in an interaction with Lehren Retro recalled how their Pomerian was killed brutally by a German Shepherd which was owned by the then-married Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh. The couple revealed that the incident happened when they used to live in the same society as Amrita and Saif. Talking about the same they said, “We used to live in the same society, and...

Rani Mukerji Once Revealed Why She Was Hesitant To Accept The Role In Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Black (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Rani Mukerji and Amitabh Bachchan gave one of the greatest movies in the history of Indian cinema, Black. It was directed by the maestro Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The film won several accolades, including three National Film Awards. Rani gave one of her career-best performances in this drama, but initially, she was reluctant to say yes to the movie. Read on to know the deets.

The story was inspired by Helen Keller’s life and her 1903 autobiography, The Story of My Life. It features Rani as Michelle, a deaf and blind woman, while Amitabh plays her teacher, Debraj. The supporting cast includes Ayesha Kapur, Shernaz Patel, and Dhritiman Chatterjee. The story follows Michelle and her teacher, an elderly alcoholic teacher who later develops Alzheimer’s disease. It is also a commercial success.

Shah Rukh Khan On Losing Out On Awards ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Shah Rukh Khan is not only known for his glorious contribution to Indian cinema but also for speaking his mind time and again. The actor has reportedly won 300 awards throughout his film career which also includes 15 Filmfare awards. He has also battled rumors of him ‘buying’ some of these awards. However, in a throwback interview, he was asked whether losing out on an award disappointed him.

According to a Reddit post, in an old 2002 May interview with Filmfare, Shah Rukh Khan spoke about losing out on awards. To this, the Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge actor boldly declared that the people who do not give him awards are the losers. He also claimed that the Filmfare trophy looks the best in his hands.

Shah Rukh Khan admitted that this thought might seem childish to some people but confessed that there is a child inside him.

Yash Chopra Hum Tum ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

Romantic films have long been the backbone of Bollywood, but not all love stories receive immediate backing, even from the biggest names in the industry. One such case was Hum Tum (2004), a film that eventually became a defining moment in Saif Ali Khan and Rani Mukerji’s careers. However, during its making, legendary filmmaker Yash Chopra had little faith in the project.

Kunal Kohli, who directed the film, recently opened up about the challenges he faced in getting it made. Despite the confidence of Aditya Chopra, Yash Chopra was far from convinced. The veteran filmmaker even dismissed the script as “ordinary” and compared it unfavorably to Mujhse Dosti Karoge!. His doubts were so strong that he refused to invest more than ₹7.5 crores and even stated that if the film failed, he wouldn’t put his name on it.

Why Yash Chopra Initially Rejected...

When Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Addressed Rumors Of Being In An Abusive Relationship With Salman Khan (Photo Credit – Instagram)

That Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was in a heavily publicized relationship with Salman Khan was known to all. The duo started dating in 1999 after falling in love on the sets of their film Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam. However, even before their ugly separation, their relationship used to fall prey to several rumors. There were several reports of Salman banging Aishwarya’s door relentlessly and creating a huge ruckus back in 2001. It was said that this incident started the downfall of their relationship which was also being called abusive. In a throwback interview, Aishwarya had addressed these speculations.

According to a Reddit post, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in a throwback 2001 interview with Filmfare broke her silence on being the alleged victim of abuse in her relationship with Salman Khan. The Devdas actress revealed that...

When Rishi Kapoor Was Said To Be Upset With Karisma Kapoor For Wearing A Swimsuit In Her Debut Film ( Photo Credit – Facebook; Instagram )

It was not a hidden fact that Karisma Kapoor was a rage during the 90s. The actress was known for experimenting with some versatile roles and channeling some bold avatars onscreen. She had created quite a sensation in her debut 1991 film Prem Qaidi wherein she also wore a swimsuit. However, there were rumors that her uncle Rishi Kapoor was upset with her due to the same.

According to a Reddit post, Karisma Kapoor addressed the issue in a throwback interview with Stardust. The Dil Toh Pagal Hai actress was informed about her uncle Rishi Kapoor thinking that it was unnecessary for her to wear a swimsuit in her debut movie itself. To this, Karisma had the most fiery reply wherein she recalled people remembering her performance in...

Saif Ali Khan Once Said He & Akshay Kumar Completed Each Other (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Saif Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar bring in a mix of action and comedy in the movies they have appeared in together. They featured opposite characters like Kumar as an intense and gritty guy and Saif as the flamboyant and charming one. In an interview, Saif acknowledged the importance of Kumar in his career a few years back and said they completed each other. Keep scrolling for the deets.

Saif and Akshay worked in movies, including Main Khiladi Tu Anari, Tu Chor Main Sipahi, and Tashan. In the 1990s, Akshay was known for doing action films and made a name for himself. On the other hand, Saif had a boy-next-door persona and did romance and family dramas. Kumar also shares a great camaraderie with Kareena Kapoor and has done several films with her. For the unversed,...

When Fardeen Khan Took A Dig At Shahid Kapoor (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The stories of behind-the-scene rifts between co-actors on a film set are pretty common, especially in Bollywood. One such nasty fight occurred between actors Shahid Kapoor and Fardeen Khan on the set of the 2004 film Fida. However, the reason behind their fallout was related to the heroine of the film, Kareena Kapoor Khan.

What Exactly Happened Between Shahid Kapoor And Fardeen Khan?

According to Bollywood Shaadi, Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan started dating while working in the movie Fida. However, the film had some intimate scenes between Kareena and Fardeen, which did not go down well with the Kabir Singh actor. Reportedly, Shahid was extremely uncomfortable and insecure, which led to his conflict with Fardeen on the set.

Fardeen Khan Took A Dig At Shahid Kapoor

The report further stated that Shahid Kapoor and Fardeen Khan had...

When Hema Malini Supported Esha Deol Slapping Amrita Rao(Photo Credit –Instagram/Facebook)

Stories of nasty catfights between Bollywood actresses are not unheard of. One such incident occurred on the set of the 2006 film Pyare Mohan, wherein the lead actress Esha Deol slapped her co-star Amrita Rao on the set of the film. However, did you know that not only was Esha unapologetic about the same but her mother, the legendary actress-politician Hema Malini also supported her daughter for the same.

In a throwback interaction with host Rajat Sharma in his show Aap Ki Adalat, he had quipped Esha Deol on her admitting to slap her Pyare Mohan co-star Amrita Rao. On this, the Dhoom actress unapologetically said, “Kisi ne agar kuch galat kiya aur hum baaton se unhe samjha nahi paate hain, toh.” However, her mother Hema Malini who also graced the show along with her daughter, jumped to her defense.

In this edition of This Day That Year, Subhash K Jha revisits Nana Patekar’s Vadh as it clocks 23 years.

Though Vadh (assassination) aspires to be a slick thriller about a serial killer on the prowl, the plot is as pacy and elegant as a Chinese Puzzle with several missing pieces.

The cast, though uniformly unattractive and laughably stilted, features the once-revered Nana Patekar in his first major role since Wajood two years ago. Nana plays a shrink presiding over a shallow and shrunken menagerie of characters. The plot seems stage-managed by an invisible hand that thinks it knows what it’s doing.

Except for the denouement, which succeeds in surprising and shocking the audience, nothing about Vadh is the least convincing or exciting. Patekar, who openly admits to having taken over the directorial reigns from the original director, has earlier directed Prahaar, a film about an army man’s disillusionment with the system.

Subhash K Jha shines the light on Kitne Door… Kitne Paas , which starred Fardeen Khan and Amrita Arora, as it completes 23 years in another terrific edition of his This Day That Year column.

For whatever it may be worth, this is the best film that the prolific Gujarati-Hindi veteran moviemaker Mehul Kumar has made. After unleashing a blizzard of bloodied melodrama in films with names like Nafrat Ki Aandhi and Tiranga, Mehul Kumar goes young, soft, and sometimes subtle in Kitne Door… Kitne Paas ….Well, not quite subtle because his Gujarati melodramatic antecedents keep surfacing in the most unpleasant comic sequences that have us squirming in our seats.

But there’s evidence here of some poised writing as two young bubbly NRIs take off together from “America” (Australia is passed off as Trump-country in the film) to get into arranged marriages back home in India. On the way, they fight...

Did Aditi Rao Hydari Starve While Filming Heeramandi? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Bollywood actress Aditi Rao Hydari nailed the role of Bibbojaan, a courtesan, in Heeramandi. Aditi shared her experience working with Sanjay Leela Bhansali and the difficulties she faced during the shooting. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, the actress reminisced about the time when she had to starve for a day to get perfect expression.

Aditi shared, “For me, it was my two mujras. I have grown up dancing since I was a little girl, but mujras were a very different form of dancing. I had learnt Bharatnatiyam, but this was Kathak. Through the lens of Sanjay Leela Bhansali, who is a perfectionist, and also knows a lot. And it was about getting it right and not disappointing him. That really gave me sleepless nights.”

Talking about her role in the series, Aditi shared that delivering an intense speech was a challenge,...

Lights, Camera, Jaipur! Celebrating 25 years of cinematic brilliance, the International Indian Film Academy Weekend & Awards silver jubilee edition will take centre stage in Jaipur, Rajasthan on March 8th–9th, 2025!

The Pink City is gearing up for the star-studded celebration as Iifa 2025 unfolds! Rajasthan is rolling out the green carpet for Indian Cinema’s finest at Iifa’s historic silver jubilee celebration in Jaipur, joining Iifa’s grand celebration of 25 years of cinematic excellence, cultural exchange, and global unity.

The festivities begin on Saturday, March 8th, with Sobha Realty Iifa Digital Awards Co-Presented By Nexa as FIFA unveils its Cinematic Kaleidoscope Of Ott & Digital Entertainment Awards. These awards celebrate the innovative brilliance of Ott and digital entertainment and underscoring Iifa’s embrace of the industry’s evolving landscape.

Sobha Realty Iifa Digital Awards 2025 will be hosted by the talented trio Aparshakti Khurana, Vijay Varma, and Abhishek Banerjee. It will feature mesmerizing performances by Shreya Ghoshal,...

It’s true, though we don’t know a lot about the upcoming Housefull 5, which is a mystery, it is being reported that the new film in the franchise will be a comedy, as only this franchise can do, with a murder mystery twist.

The film, directed by Tarun Mansukhani, stars Akshay Kumar and Riteish Deshmukh, along with many other fabulous actors playing incredible characters (suspects?) including Abhishek Bachchan, Fardeen Khan, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Nargis Fakhri, Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, Nana Patekar, Chunky Pandey, Johny Lever, Shreyas Talpade, Dino Morea, Chitrangada Singh, Ranjeet, Soundarya Sharma and Nikitin Dheer.

Housefull 5, as we reported earlier, is set on a cruise ship; Akshay said, “Just another day with this incredible cast. Housefull of actors, one cruise, and endless stories to tell!”

A source recently revealed more, “The film is basically a murder mystery. A murder takes place on the ship,...

Subhash K Jha revists the joy of Kareena Kapoor’s Khushi, which released 22 years ago.

Khushi is a celebration of romance and music with two of the most startling lead performances seen in a film of this genre.

The sheer joy of watching Kareena Kapoor give her role the rich, supple hues of aggressive yearnings is joy enough. This time, producer Boney Kapoor has more to offer than an extremely watchable leading lady who simply takes over the frames as though to the camera-born.

Khushi is a film providing multifarious pleasures, all pouring out in a tumble of chic designs and svelte storytelling devices.

But hold on. ‘Storytelling’ isn’t the word to describe where Hindi-debutant S.J. Suryah takes us in this dulcet joyride. If you look for a story in Khushi, you’ll end up scratching your head, and while doing so, you could possibly miss some of the...

The International Indian Film Academy (Iifa) Weekend & Awards will be celebrating the historic Silver Jubilee edition, a landmark celebration honouring 25 years of Indian cinema’s global legacy. Set to take place from March 8th to 9th, 2025, in the enchanting Pink City of Jaipur, Rajasthan, this milestone event promises an extraordinary fusion of cinematic artistry and cultural heritage.

The festivities begin on Saturday, March 8th, with Sobha Realty Iifa Digital Awards Co-Presented By Nexa as they make their debut, celebrating the innovative brilliance of Ott and digital entertainment and underscoring Iifa’s embrace of the industry’s evolving landscape. The grand finale unfolds on Sunday, March 9th, with the iconic Nexa Presents Iifa Awards Co-Presented by Sobha Realty, honouring cinematic excellence and celebrating Indian cinema’s profound impact on the global stage.

The nominations for the Iifa Digital and Iifa Awards have been revealed and we have the list! By the...

No Entry 2: Boney Kapoor Announces Release Date (Photo Credit – Instagram)

No Entry 2 is one of the most anticipated sequels. Producer Boney Kapoor announced the film earlier this year, and a new cast was confirmed. While the original 2005 comedy hit starred Salman Khan, Anil Kapoor, and Fardeen Khan, the sequel stars Varun Dhawan, Arjun Kapoor, and Diljit Dosanjh in the lead roles.

Boney Kapoor has now announced the release date of the film, confirming when it will be hitting theaters. He has also opened up about why the original trio of stars will not be returning in No Entry 2.

Boney Kapoor Says No Entry 2 Will Release on Diwali 2025

Boney Kapoor talked about No Entry 2 in a recent interview with News 18. The producer revealed that the movie will go on the floors in June 2025 and will be released theatrically on Diwali, i.e., on October 26, 2025.

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The upcoming film Housefull 5 is already generating a lot of excitement even before its official release, thanks to some behind-the-scenes fun shared by its lead actresses. Recently, Sonam Bajwa took to Instagram to share a fun dance video featuring herself, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Nargis Fakhri. The trio grooved to the popular Punjabi song ‘Kali Activa,’ showcasing their chemistry and dance moves in a vibrant and lively moment on the Housefull 5 set.

In the video, which was shared by Sonam on Instagram, Jacqueline, Nargis, and Sonam can be seen having a blast as they dance together. The post was captioned, “Dera Aye, Durust Aye,” which translates to ‘Better late than never,’ with the trio’s infectious energy clearly lighting up the screen. The video, filmed in their vanity van, is a light-hearted moment captured while on the Housefull 5 set, where the three actresses seem to have formed a great bond.

Abeer Khan’s Bollywood Entry in Mission Grey House (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Abeer Khan is poised to make a powerful entry into the Hindi film industry with his debut in the suspense thriller Mission Grey House, set to release on January 17, 2025. The young actor plays Kabir Rathod, an ambitious yet impulsive youth who takes on a dangerous mission to fulfill his dream of becoming a police officer. Khan, who carries great expectations for his debut, hopes to captivate audiences and earn recognition from filmmakers through his performance.

In an engaging interview, Abeer Khan spoke about his journey, the making of Mission Grey House, and his aspirations for the future.

How did you decide to step into acting and choose Mission Grey House as your debut project?

Films have been a part of my life since childhood. My father was an enormous film enthusiast, and we often watched Amitabh Bachchan’s classics together.

Here’s What Sunny Deol has told about the visuals of the upcoming Ramayana film (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana is one of the most anticipated approaching films based on Hindu mythology. Following the criticism faced by Om Raut’s Adipurush, people are doubtful about Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana. Amid this, Sunny Deol has compared Ranbir Kapoor’s upcoming film to Hollywood mega films: Avatar and Planet of the Apes. Both Hollywood films are well-known for their epic visuals and stunning VFX, which appear almost realistic.

Sunny Deol believes that the writers and directions for the Ramayana film are apparent.

During a recent interview with Indian Express, the Gadar 2 actor affirmed that the filmmakers are plotting to create something on par with significant Hollywood projects. He specifically mentioned Hollywood films Avatar and Planet of the Apes as examples of what the creators of Ramayana intend to execute.

Priyadarshan’s Bhooth Bangla is set for 2nd April 2026 release (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Kickstarting the shoot, the makers of the upcoming horror comedy Bhooth Bangla, directed by Priyadarshan and starring Akshay Kumar, announced the release date with an intriguing poster! 2nd April, 2026!

Since its announcement, Priyadarshan’s upcoming horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla has excited everyone. With an immensely captivating poster, the makers have consistently set the tone for the arrival of this much-anticipated film. Taking the comedy and thrilling quotient a notch higher, the makers have unveiled another poster and a mega announcement: the film is set to release on 2nd April 2026. Adding to the excitement, the film shoot officially commenced today.

The dynamic duo of the king of horror comedies, director Priyadarshan and actor Akshay Kumar, are finally reuniting after 14 years for Bhooth Bangla. Having delivered cinematic gems in the past, the anticipation to witness the magic they are set...