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Subhash K Jha talks to director Vikram Bhatt on his 2002 action comedy Awara Paagal Deewana, that starred Akshay Kumar, Sunil Shetty, Aftab Shivdasani, Paresh Rawal, Johnny Lever, Preeti Jhangiani, Aarti Chhabria, Amrita Arora and Rahul Dev.

Vikram, Awara Paagal Deewana was fun to shoot. Was it as much fun to shoot?

Awara Paagal Deewana was a party that just can’t be repeated. We did have a great time shooting it but it was also a very tough shoot. We went to quite a few places: New York, Spain and then Oman for the climax. Firozbhai had an action comedy in mind and he want out of his way to produce it. Leaving no stone unturned. But Apd was also Neeraj Vora who is not with us anymore. All the memes on Apd that float around to this day are his genius.

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In another fabulous installment of This Day That Year, Subhash K Jha looks back at 2002’s Awara Paagal Deewana, the Vikram Bhatt directed comedy, which starred Akshay Kumar, Sunil Shetty, Aftab Shivdasani, Paresh Rawal, Johnny Lever, Preeti Jhangiani, Aarti Chhabria, Amrita Arora, and Rahul Dev.

What can we expect from a film that that has a triple indication of mental discrepancy in its title? A madcap, zany, kooky laughathon? We got it! Vikram Bhatt who successfully delivered a shiver-giver earlier the same year in Raaz, comes up with a clever and largely enjoyable adaptation of Jonathan Lyne’s The Whole Nine Yards.

The original wasn’t anything to write home about. But this Indianized adaptation with enough eccentric twists and turns to boggle the most accomplished contortionist’s wildest imagination, scores several points for its dead-on writing, above-average production values, unique action sequences and masterful performances.

Producer Firoz Nadiadwala who...

In a new installment of his This Day That Year series, Subhash K Jha looks at the time when Sunny Deol spoke about Bobby starring as Bhagat Singh in 23rd March 1931: Shaheed.

It’s easy to dismiss this as yet another Bhagat Singh bio-pic, 23rd March 1931: Shaheed, in the current cascade of such films, more so when the director Guddu Dhanoa doesn’t have the reputation of making particularly classy films.

But Dhanoa’s version of the by-now familiar story has its own smouldering intensity. It projects a vitality quite dissimilar to Raj Kumar Santoshi’s The Legend Of Bhagat Singh . And yet , the vitality in 23rd March 1931 Shaheed is no less vital.

An organic intensity runs through Dhanoa’s exacerbated narrative. Sometimes, specially in the second-half he gets carried away with all the bombastic outpouring of rhetorics and rhyme -–‘screams’ that patriotic films in mainstream Hindi...

The entertainment world is reeling from the heartbreaking news of veteran actor Mukul Dev’s passing on May 23 in New Delhi. At just 54 years old, he leaves behind a remarkable legacy filled with unforgettable performances and a gap that will be hard to fill. Mukul had been facing a brief illness, but his impact on Hindi, Punjabi, and Telugu cinema is undeniable.

His death has sent shockwaves through the film community, with friends, colleagues, and fans all coming together to pay their respects. Salman Khan, who starred alongside Mukul in the 2014 film Jai Ho, shared his sorrow on Instagram Stories, writing, “Miss you my dear brother Mukul. Rest in peace,” and posting a still from their film together.

Mukul’s brother, Rahul Dev, conducted the last rites at Lodhi Crematorium in Delhi’s Nizamuddin area, surrounded by family and close friends who were visibly heartbroken. The emotional images from the...

The late Mukul Dev, model-actor Rahul Dev’s elder brother made his debut alongside Sushmita Sen as a leading man in Vikram Bhatt’s Dastak 29 years ago. Then Mukul lost his way in a maze of forgettable films.

No one seemed to notice how he held the screen in Girish Malik’s Jal and Samir Karnik’s Yamla Pagla Deewana.

All but lost to show-world, Mukul Dev made an impressive comeback in Ashwin Dheer’s Son Of Sardaar, where he was a scream as a clunk, a goofy dimwitted cousin in Sanjay Dutt’s family. Though not a pivotal role, it has fetched Mukul enough praise to get him noticed by his first director.

Mukul was then signed to play the main antagonist in Vikram Bhatt’s Bhaag Johnny. Mukul was to play a Pakistani cop. And since Pakistani cops dress, speak, and behave differently from their Indian counterparts, producer...

Mukul Dev Passes Away: Vindu Dara Singh Reveals Unknown Details! ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

The entertainment industry is mourning the demise of actor Mukul Dev. He passed away at 56 after winning hearts for his acting chops in Hindi, Punjabi as well South Indian cinema. The reason behind his death is unknown, but the Son Of Sardar 2 co-star Vindu Dara Singh is revealing shocking details behind the curtains. Scroll below for all the details!

Vindu Dara Singh on Mukul Dev’s death

In an interview with ETimes, Vindu Dara Singh was all set to make his comeback in Son Of Sardar 2. The duo closely worked together on Ajay Devgn’s upcoming film. As per the Bigg Boss 3 winner, Mukul Dev was not suffering from any health issues.

Vindu Dara Singh revealed, “I don’t think he was suffering from any disease, but he used to drink a lot and would consume gutkha.

Actor Mukul Dev Passes Away At 54! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Actor Mukul Dev who is known for his work in Son Of Sardar 2, K Street Pali Hill, Gharwali Uparwali has passed away at the age of 54. The reason of his death is still not known and his family including his actor brother Rahul Dev is yet to issue an official statement regarding the same.

His passing has come as a shock to his friends and family. Actress Deepshikha Nagpal mourned his demise and paid tribute to the actor through her Instagram account. His friend Vindu Dara Singh also expressed grief on X.

Mukul Dev’s Reason For Death

Talking to Aaj Tak, Vindu Dara Singh confirmed Mukul Dev’s death and informed that the actor had not been keeping well for the past few days and was in the hospital. He had distanced himself from everyone after his parents passed away...

Revisiting Bardaasht, Subhash K Jha looks at the one when Bobby Deol did a Sunny Deol in this installment of This Day That Year!

E Niwas’ Bardaasht, which clocks 21 years on April 23, came at a time when the film industry is busy assembling products showcasing cops as romanticized idealistic super-heroes Bardaasht takes a cynical view of the police force. But the reality is this. Every day, law-abiding, god-fearing citizens are vulnerable to a taste of the ugly side of the police force. Doing away with the wispy white-washing of the khaki uniform, director E Niwas (in his third film on cops and cop robbers after Shool and Dum) portrays the grim and gritty reality of the uneasy and often ruinous relationship between the ordinary citizen and the law enforcers.

Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt turns screenwriter to deliver what’s ironically his only original and, by far, the most riveting story ever.

Ajith Action Drama Poster(Photo Credit –Facebook)

The wait is almost over for Ajith Kumar fans! The Tamil superstar’s much-hyped film Good Bad Ugly has finally hit theatres today, April 10, 2025. While the theatrical release is buzzing with excitement, recent reports suggest that the movie has already secured its digital rights with a prominent streaming platform.

With Ajith in a power-packed role and director Adhik Ravichandran at the helm, expectations are sky-high. Let’s dive into the details of where you can catch the film after its theatrical release.

Netflix Bags the Streaming Rights for a Premium Price

According to reports from OTTplay, Netflix has acquired the post-theatrical digital rights for Good Bad Ugly in a massive deal. While the amounts have not been explicitly stated, sources suggest it is one of the biggest Ott deals for a Tamil film in the last few months. This move ensures that it...

Good Bad Ugly Censor Cuts (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Tamil actor Ajith Kumar’s Good Bad Ugly is a highly anticipated film among his fans. The hype surrounding the film is not only due to Ajith Kumar but also because of director Adhik Ravichandran, known for Mark Antony (2023). The film is set to hit screens tomorrow, on the 10th of April, 2025.

Recently, 123 Telugu revealed the censor board certification details of Good Bad Ugly. The final runtime of the film is 2 hours and 19 minutes. So, what did the Central Board of Film Certification (Cbfc) remove from the film?

Basically, about 2 minutes of footage were cut, replaced or altered in some other way. Scenes depicting the use of electronic cigarettes were removed, and close-up shots were used instead. Standard disclaimers were also added, as per standard operating procedure. While the exact nature of additional censoring is unclear, it is reported that some dialogues...

Good Bad Ugly Box Office North America Premiere Pre-Sales (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Tamil action-comedy Good Bad Ugly is enjoying immense on-ground buzz. Ajith Kumar starrer is now competing against his last big release, Vidaamuyarchi, and Salman Khan’s Sikandar at the North American box office. Check out the premiere pre-sales for day 1.

According to Venky Box Office, Adhik Ravichandran’s directorial has earned $148K via pre-sales for the US premiere shows. It has sold 7K+ tickets from 306 locations. The total advance booking in North America stands at $230K. There are two days until the big day. Amid the favorable buzz, one can expect a major boost during the last 48 hours.

Gbu vs Sikandar

Salman Khan‘s Sikandar was highly disappointing in US pre-sales. It had made box office collections of $305K from 678 locations in North America. With 32% higher earnings, Good Bad Ugly will easily crush the opening day of the Eid 2025 release.

Good Bad Ugly Box Office: With 3 Days Remaining, Ajith Kumar Has A Huge Target On Cards! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Ajith Kumar’s Good Bad Ugly trailer has received mixed responses from fans, but the film is trending well with its ticket sales on Bms. The action biggie is all set to arrive in the theaters on April 10, and it has registered ticket pre-sales of 183K.

Trending Better Than Vidaamuyarchi!

Ajith Kumar’s upcoming film is currently trending better than his last release, Vidaamuyarchi’s ticket pre-sales on Bms. With 3 days before release, Vidaamuyarchi registered a ticket pre-sales of 166K.

Will Good Bad Ugly Beat Vidaamuyarchi?

Vidaamuyarchi’s final pre-sales on Bms were 689K in total. Currently, Good Bad Ugly has registered only 26% of Vidaamuyarchi’s final pre-sales on Bms. It would be interesting to see if Gbu picks up pace on Bms and overpowers Ajith Kumar’s last release.

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Here’s A Look At The Top 5 Awaited Tamil Movies (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Tamil cinema is set for an exciting year with a stellar lineup of films featuring gripping narratives, compelling visuals, and power-packed performances. Here’s a look at the top five Tamil films generating buzz that should be on your watchlist!

Test

Helmed by debutant director S. Shashikanth, Test is one of the most anticipated sports dramas of the year. The film boasts a stellar star cast, including R. Madhavan, Nayanthara, Siddharth, Meera Jasmine, Lirish Rahav, Kaali Venkat, Murugadoss, Nassar, Mohan Raman, and Vinay Varma. Test revolves around the world of cricket, telling the story of a national-level cricketer, a scientist, and a teacher. The film is slated for release on April 4, 2025.

Rakkayie

Rakkayie is an upcoming period action drama starring Nayanthara. It is directed by Senthil Nallasamy and tells the story of a courageous mother who declares...

Are Idly Kadai and Good Bad Ugly set to clash? (Photo Credit – Facebook)

Well, according to a report by India Today, this may no longer be the case. Idly Kadai might be postponed to avoid competing with Ajith’s Good Bad Ugly. As of now, there is no official confirmation from the makers of Idly Kadai, but the film is currently in the final stages of production.

There are unconfirmed reports that Dhanush will direct Ajith Kumar’s next project, which will be produced under Dhanush’s banner, Wunderbar Films. Speculation online suggests that this is why Dhanush decided to postpone the release of Idly Kadai.

However, industry analysts argue that the delay has nothing to do with a potential collaboration between Ajith and Dhanush, even if it is in the works. Some insiders even dismiss the news about the collaboration as baseless rumors. According to sources, the real reason...

The teaser for Ajith Kumar’s much-awaited film, Good Bad Ugly, has just dropped, and it’s a delight for his fans. Directed by Adhik Ravichandran, the film showcases Ajith in a bold and darker role, and the teaser certainly delivers.

In the teaser, we see Ajith’s character, Ak, portrayed as a tough and ruthless individual. A striking line from the teaser sums up his character: “No matter how much you try to be good, the world will turn you bad.” This, along with hints of being pushed to make tough choices, suggests a character with depth and moral complexity.

The teaser is filled with exciting moments, and fans will appreciate the nostalgic visuals that nod to some of Ajith’s classic looks and dialogues. The film features a strong cast, including Trisha Krishnan, Arjun Das, Shine Tom Chacko, Prasanna, Rahul Dev, and Sunil.

The cinematography by Abinadhan Ramanujam stands out,...

Netizens React To Naam(Photo Credit – Facebook)

The Ajay Devgn starrer action-thriller flick Naam was released after 22 years of delay in the theatres today (November 22). The movie which was originally supposed to be released in 2002 was delayed indefinitely due to the death of one of the movie’s producers. Despite this, some netizens managed to catch up with the film in the theatres and have been pouring in with their reviews on X.

Netizens Reaction To Naam

One of the netizens stated, “Watched Naam today, first day first show. This movie is too good Yaar. Ajay Devgn is top-notch and the songs are too soothing. Climax was a little predictable towards the interval but overall it is a good and must-watch movie. Very sad to see a low hype.” A user said, “Ajay Devgn is back as the quintessential action hero we fell in love with in the 90s. Loved...

Mughda Godse on embracing her career without pressure ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

In the late 2000s, Mughda Godse was a rising star who caught everyone’s eye with her effortless charm and fantastic screen presence in movies like Fashion and All the Best. However, with the turn of the decade, little was heard of her in the 2010s as the girl who stood her own in a film that had Kangana Ranaut and Priyanka Chopra was suddenly away from the movie.

Mughda Godse believes the environment puts pressure on the actors.

She said success was a relative term when asked about her career after her initial success. How can unnecessary pressure be put on an artist in this business, and many people succumb to it? She said, “At times pressure lead to incidents such as Sushant Singh Rajput… Nothing is ever enough. It’s both ironic and sad. If one genuinely puts their mind to it,...

A lawyer, a detective, and a chameleon taking on cases that will make sure you’re at the edge of your seats! Disney+ Hotstar is bringing you a thrilling new show, Reeta Sanyal, starring the fierce and fabulous Adah Sharma. Join Reeta as she dives into a whirlwind of cases navigating through complex waters of justice. With her sharp mind and chameleon-like skills, will she be able to steer through the tumultuous game of justice? Produced by Rajeshwar Nair and Krishnan Iyer under the banner of Keylight Productions and directed by Abhirup Ghosh, the series is based on the character created by the acclaimed writer Amit Khan. Reeta Sanyal will stream from October 14, 2024 exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar, free on mobile.

Rajeshwar Nair , producer and co-founder of Keylight Productions said, “Reeta Sanyal is a series that’s filled with intrigue, emotion, and thrilling moments. It’s everything I love about storytelling it’s entertaining,...

Actors Alaya F, Rahul Dev, Sudhanshu Pandey, Mugdha Godse and singer Daler Mehndi on Friday walked the ramp at the Bombay Times Fashion Week 2024.

Sudhanshu, who plays Vanraj in ‘Anupamaa’, turned showstopper for Dilshad Khan at the fashion show. He wore a black and golden suit and paired it with a black cape. His look was rounded off with silver shoes and black sunglasses.

Rahul, who also turned showstopper for designer Dilshad sported a silver long coat and matching velvet pants. He was accompanied by Mugdha on the stage, and she was seen wearing a golden heavily embroidered lehenga and matching jewellery.

Alaya looked scintillating in a red and pink coloured outfit. She turned the showstopper for Rishi and Vibhuti.

Daler, who was the showstopper for Suwannee walked the ramp in an all-black outfit, which he paired with a multi-coloured long cape. The look was completed with black shoes.

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A sea of celebrities like Tejasswi Prakash, Tanishaa Mukerji, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Rasika Dugal, and Gauahar Khan on Thursday illuminated the red carpet of the star-studded event of ‘Bollywood Hungama Style Icons Summit 2024’.

Tejasswi, winner of ‘Bigg Boss 15’, adorned a white mini dress with long sleeves and a deep neckline. She complemented her attire with glossy makeup, and her hair was tied in a loose bun.

Tanishaa opted for a black corset top paired with a heavily embellished golden jacket and a silver mini skirt. She accessorised her look with sunglasses, silver earrings, and black heels, with her hair tied in a ponytail.

‘The Broken News’ actress Shriya stunned on the red carpet in a pink top paired with blue denim.

Rasika, who was last seen in the web series ‘Adhura’, appeared on the red carpet wearing a white top, pink jacket, and matching trousers.

Gauahar flaunted her curves in a red satin gown.

Box Office Failure Of Akshay Kumar’s Blue Revisited (Photo Credit – IMDb)

Akshay Kumar is currently going through a bad phase in his career, and his films, in the post-pandemic era, have been a nightmare for the makers. His recently released Bade Miyan Chote Miyan is on its way to becoming a big failure. Amid the streak of big setbacks at the Indian box office, let’s revisit the failure of Akshay’s one of the biggest flops, Blue. Keep reading to know more!

Directed by Anthony D’Souza, the action entertainer was promoted for its underwater thrill and sequences. It was released on 16th October 2019, and upon its arrival, the film opened to mixed reviews from critics. Speaking about the audience reaction, it was mostly mixed to negative. With such a reception, the biggie suffered a big blow at ticket windows.

Apart from not-so-good word-of-mouth, Blue also suffered badly due...

Shivrayancha Chhava Movie Review Rating:

Star Cast: Bhushan Patil, Prasanna Ketkar, Ravi Kale, Rahul Dev, Abhijeet Shwetachandra, Trupti Madhukar Toradmal, Chinmay Mandlekar, Mrunal Kulkarni and others

Director: Digpal Lanjekar

Check Out The Movie Review Of Shivrayancha Chhava! (Photo Credit – IMDb)

What’s Good: It’s an attempt to bring a tale of valor to the big screen, giving an idea about the greatness of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj

What’s Bad: While the attempt is good, the execution seems half-baked!

Loo Break: The movie is not too long, yet you will need a couple of loo breaks, including the one in the interval

Watch or Not?: You can afford to miss it!

Language: Marathi

Available On: Theatrical release

Runtime: 2 hours 26 minutes

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Director Digpal Lanjekar deserves all the praise for his dedication to showing the tales of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, and the Maratha Army, one after another,...

Gippy Grewal fans, rejoice! The much-anticipated action-packed entertainer, ‘Warning 2,’ produced by Humble Motion Pictures and Saregama, has officially hit cinemas today.

This eagerly awaited franchise stars Gippy Grewal in a leading role, accompanied by the talented ensemble of Prince Kanwaljit Singh, Jasmin Bhasin, and Rahul Dev. Under the direction of Amar Hundal, ‘Warning 2’ promises to deliver a thrilling cinematic experience that blends action, drama, and entertainment in the unique flavor of Punjabi cinema.

Gippy Grewal: ‘Warning 2’ In Cinemas Now… #Warning2 – the action-packed entertainer produced by Humble Motion Pictures and Saregama – has released in *cinemas* Today.

The keenly-awaited franchise stars #GippyGrewal, #PrinceKanwaljitSingh, #JasminBhasin and #RahulDev…… pic.twitter.com/KEl4J7efPS

— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) February 2, 2024

The film’s release in cinemas marks a significant moment for fans who have been eagerly anticipating Gippy Grewal’s latest venture. As a popular figure in the Punjabi film industry,...

Mumbai, Jan 30 (Ians) Filmmaker Nikkhil Advani on Tuesday announced the filming of a new web series titled ‘Freedom at Midnight’, which will delve into a pivotal chapter of the country’s vibrant history.

Taking to the social media, Nikkhil, who is the director of ‘Kal Ho Naa Ho’, shared a collage of a clapboard with ‘Fam’ written on it, and a glimpse of the script.

It was captioned as: “A work of scholarship, of investigation, research and of significance- The New York Times… Freedom At Midnight by Dominique Lapierre and Larry Collins Sacrifice of many. Ambition of one. Shoot Begins.”

Sony Liv is all set for ‘Freedom at Midnight’ in collaboration with StudioNext and Emmay Entertainment.

The series will soon stream on Sony Liv.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Nikkhil was the producer of the horror thriller web series ‘Adhura’, starring Rasika Dugal, Ishwak Singh and Rahul Dev.

He also...

The trailer of the Punjabi film ‘Warning 2’ was released on Saturday, and it gives a sneak peak into enticing action sequences with comedy sequences in the mix adding to the entertainment quotient of the film.

The film stars Gippy Grewal, who has also penned and co-produced the film. It is helmed by Amar Hundal who also directed the first installment.

Talking about the film, Gippy said: “It is an extremely exciting moment for me and for everyone involved in the making of ‘Warning 2’ to finally unveil its trailer. We have received an overwhelming response so far and we are hoping that the same amount of love and appreciation will be extended to the film when it releases.”

The film also stars Prince Kanwaljit Singh, Rahul Dev, Jasmin Bhasin, and Raghveer Boli.

Director Amar Hundal said: “The challenge was to outdo what we had achieved in the first film. As is quite visible in the trailer,...

India’s Yoodlee Films has unveiled a star-studded 2024 release slate across languages.

Malayalam-language cinema superstar Mammootty, who had a phenomenal 2023 with critical and commercial hits “Kannur Squad” and “Kaathal – The Core,” headlines “Bazooka.” Directed by debutant Deeno Dennis, the film is a game thriller, a category not often explored in Indian cinema. The cast also includes actor-directors Gautham Vasudev Menon and V.K. Prakash, Siddharth Bharathan and Shine Tom Chacko. The Malayalam-language film is scheduled for release in early 2024.

Mohanlal, Malayalam-language cinema’s other superstar, leads action-drama-fantasy “Malaikottai Vaaliban.” Written by P.S. Rafeeque, the film is directed by acclaimed filmmaker Lijo Jose Pellissery, whose credits include “Jallikattu,” “Amen,” “Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam” and “Churuli.” The Malayalam-language film is due to release on Thursday, Jan. 25, ahead of the Jan. 26 Republic Day holiday, ensuring a long box office weekend.

Punjabi-language cinema superstar Gippy Grewal headlines “Warning 2,” the second part of what is planned as an action franchise,...

Director Amar Hundal, who is awaiting the release of his upcoming Punjabi film ‘Warning 2’, has shared that he has expanded the canvas of the film compared to its first part.

The action flick which is a sequel to the 2021 superhit ‘Warning’ and also stars Prince Kanwaljit Singh, Jasmin Bhasin, Rahul Dev, and Raghveer Boli in major roles.

The film, which features Punjabi superstar Gippy Grewal got its teaser released in theatres of Delhi and Punjab on Friday

The teaser, which is exclusive to the theatres in Punjab and Delhi, offers a glimpse of the power-packed cast headlined by superstar Gippy Grewal.

Talking about the film, Amar Hundal said: “We believe that the teaser will provide a perfect glimpse into the world of ‘Warning 2’. Compared to the previous instalment, this time we have expanded the canvas significantly and hope that the film will revive the trend of hardcore masala action movies in Punjabi cinema.

Director Amar Hundal, who is awaiting the release of his upcoming Punjabi film ‘Warning 2’, has shared that he has expanded the canvas of the film compared to its first part.

The action flick which is a sequel to the 2021 superhit ‘Warning’ and also stars Prince Kanwaljit Singh, Jasmin Bhasin, Rahul Dev, and Raghveer Boli in major roles.

The film, which features Punjabi superstar Gippy Grewal got its teaser released in theatres of Delhi and Punjab on Friday

The teaser, which is exclusive to the theatres in Punjab and Delhi, offers a glimpse of the power-packed cast headlined by superstar Gippy Grewal.

Talking about the film, Amar Hundal said: “We believe that the teaser will provide a perfect glimpse into the world of ‘Warning 2’. Compared to the previous instalment, this time we have expanded the canvas significantly and hope that the film will revive the trend of hardcore masala action movies in Punjabi cinema.

Mumbai, Nov 13 (Ians) The makers of the upcoming Punjabi actioner ‘Warning 2’ dropped the motion poster of the film on Monday, and its star Gippy Grewal looks every inch intense justifying the poster.

Actor, producer and writer of the film, Gippy said: “I loved working with Amar Hundal and Prince Kanwaljit Singh in the first installment and I am thrilled to once again join them for ‘Warning 2’. The poster has in a way helped us relive the excitement of the first film and I am sure that this thrilling poster is going to get the fans excited.”

The motion poster ignites excitement with guns, fiery visuals, and hints at a deadly duel of wills. Directed by Amar Hundal, the film also stars Prince Kanwaljit Singh, Jasmin Bhasin, Rahul Dev, and Raghveer Boli.

Director Amar Hundal said: “The motion poster is a special treat for our audience, offering them a glimpse into...

Mumbai, Nov 13 (Ians) The makers of the upcoming Punjabi actioner ‘Warning 2’ dropped the motion poster of the film on Monday, and its star Gippy Grewal looks every inch intense justifying the poster.

Actor, producer and writer of the film, Gippy said: “I loved working with Amar Hundal and Prince Kanwaljit Singh in the first installment and I am thrilled to once again join them for ‘Warning 2’. The poster has in a way helped us relive the excitement of the first film and I am sure that this thrilling poster is going to get the fans excited.”

The motion poster ignites excitement with guns, fiery visuals, and hints at a deadly duel of wills. Directed by Amar Hundal, the film also stars Prince Kanwaljit Singh, Jasmin Bhasin, Rahul Dev, and Raghveer Boli.

Director Amar Hundal said: “The motion poster is a special treat for our audience, offering them a glimpse into...

Bollywood’s legendary actor Dharmendra, and his grandsons Karan and Rajveer, along with son Bobby showered birthday blessings on Sunny Deol as he turned 66 on Thursday. Sunny made his acting debut in 1983 with the movie ‘Betaab’, which was a romantic drama written by Javed Akhtar and directed by Rahul Rawail. It stars Amrita Singh alongside Sunny.

Dharmendra, who is an ardent social media user took to photo sharing application Instagram, and dropped a birthday wish for his son Sunny.

In a video shared on Instagram Stories, we can see Dharmendra sitting with Sunny, and both are holding each other’s hands. Dharmendra is wearing a printed shirt and a black bucket hat, while Sunny is in a grey sweatshirt and a matching hat.

We can see Dharmendra saying in the video, “Thank you Sunny… I really enjoyed this trip with you. Take care. Happy days are there. Love you.”

Sunny...

Bollywood’s legendary actor Dharmendra, and his grandsons Karan and Rajveer, along with son Bobby showered birthday blessings on Sunny Deol as he turned 66 on Thursday. Sunny made his acting debut in 1983 with the movie ‘Betaab’, which was a romantic drama written by Javed Akhtar and directed by Rahul Rawail. It stars Amrita Singh alongside Sunny.

Dharmendra, who is an ardent social media user took to photo sharing application Instagram, and dropped a birthday wish for his son Sunny.

In a video shared on Instagram Stories, we can see Dharmendra sitting with Sunny, and both are holding each other’s hands. Dharmendra is wearing a printed shirt and a black bucket hat, while Sunny is in a grey sweatshirt and a matching hat.

We can see Dharmendra saying in the video, “Thank you Sunny… I really enjoyed this trip with you. Take care. Happy days are there. Love you.”

Sunny...

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal has reportedly collaborating with veteran director Joshiy and actor-writer Chemban Vinod Jose for a new movie.

The untitled project will mark the second collaboration of Mohanlal and Joshiy after the 2015 action thriller Lailaa O Lailaa, which also starred Amala Paul, Sathyaraj and Rahul Dev. The film was a commercial success and received mixed reviews from critics.

Lailaa O Lailaa Trailer

Chemban Vinod Jose, who is known for his versatile roles in films like Angamaly Diaries, Ee.Ma.Yau and Jallikattu, will be penning the script for the new movie. He has previously worked with Joshiy as an actor in the 2019 period drama Porinju Mariam Jose, which featured Joju George and Nyla Usha in the lead roles. The film was a critical and commercial hit and won several awards, including the Kerala State Film Award for Best Popular Film.

The new movie is expected to be a mass entertainer with...

Actress Nimrat Kaur, who is known for her roles in ‘The Lunchbox’, ‘Airlift’, ‘Dasvi’ etc, on Sunday gave her fans a sneak peek into her “golden weekend”. She was born into a Sikh family in Pilani, Rajasthan. Her father was an Indian Army officer. Her family lived in Patiala, Punjab, and she studied at Yadavindra Public School, Patiala.

Nimrat, who is on a visit to Punjab, on Sunday shared a glimpse of her travel. Taking to Instagram, the actress gave a colourful glimpse of the northern state, leaving her fans in awe of her photos.

She shared photos from the Golden Temple in Amritsar. Nimrat wore a pink floral salwar suit, with minimal makeup.

In some photos, she is sitting crosslegged in front of the temple, and is posing for the lens. She captioned it as: ‘Satnaam Waheguru’. Nimrat dropped a glimpse of ‘Guru da Langar’.

She is seen relishing...

Actress Nimrat Kaur, who is known for her roles in ‘The Lunchbox’, ‘Airlift’, ‘Dasvi’ etc, on Sunday gave her fans a sneak peek into her “golden weekend”. She was born into a Sikh family in Pilani, Rajasthan. Her father was an Indian Army officer. Her family lived in Patiala, Punjab, and she studied at Yadavindra Public School, Patiala.

Nimrat, who is on a visit to Punjab, on Sunday shared a glimpse of her travel. Taking to Instagram, the actress gave a colourful glimpse of the northern state, leaving her fans in awe of her photos.

She shared photos from the Golden Temple in Amritsar. Nimrat wore a pink floral salwar suit, with minimal makeup.

In some photos, she is sitting crosslegged in front of the temple, and is posing for the lens. She captioned it as: ‘Satnaam Waheguru’. Nimrat dropped a glimpse of ‘Guru da Langar’.

She is seen relishing...

Get ready for a Dhamakedar Family Entertainer as Bollywood’s biggest ensemble star cast unites for the highly-anticipated blockbuster, ‘Welcome to the Jungle’ directed by Ahmed Khan. This exciting addition to the ‘Welcome’ franchise holds a special place in Bollywood as a family entertainer. Backed by leading content studio Jio Studios and producer Firoz A Nadiadwala’s ‘Base Industries Group.

‘Welcome To The Jungle’ is also set to make history by introducing one of its kind announcements in Bollywood, an ‘A cappella’, uniting 24 actors in a groundbreaking musical video beautifully orchestrated by Meet Brothers.

Both the cast and crew exude enthusiasm regarding their participation in the special “A cappella video” shared by the makers. Leading the ensemble is the versatile actor Akshay Kumar, renowned for his acting prowess and impeccable comic timing.

Joining him is a stellar group of talents, including Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Johnny Lever,...

Praising child actor Shrenik Arora, who has won hearts with his portrayal of Vedant Malik in horror series ‘Adhura’, director Gauravv Chawla called him ‘phenomenal’ and said he displayed a depth in his acting that surpassed expectations.

Shrenik plays a troubled 10-year old in a boarding school. His character barely has friends, and is seldom seen talking to his batchmates. Shrenik finds solace in his counsellor, Supriya Ma’am (Rasika Dugal), who is always around to protect him; and he also has an unexplained bond with Adhiraj Jaisingh (Ishwak Singh), a student from the batch of 2007, whom he’s never met before.

The series unfolds through two timelines, in 2022 and 2007, as secrets and chilling events plague the students and staff of a prestigious boarding school.

Amidst an interesting ensemble cast – Rasika Dugal, Ishwak Singh, Poojan Chhabra, Rijul Ray, Zoa Morani, Sahil Salathia, Aru Krishansh Verma, Rahul Dev, and Jamini Pathak,...

We have reached a stage when genres such as horror and suspense thrillers have to be no-holds-barred. Or else, movie and Ott watchers couldn’t care less. Thankfully, though, the streaming platforms don’t seem to be following any diktat regarding self-control or moderation.

Not all of them are watchable, but it feels good to know that to an audience exposed to the best from around the world, at least some bold filmmakers are making all-out efforts to experiment with newer tactics in horror and suspense movies. In this case, web series.

Using state-of-the-art technology for graphics and storylines getting quirkier, many directors no longer follow the staid whodunit formula that made the Ramsays (in)famous in the 1970s.

Also, a series has enough time to develop and follow up on sub-plots, and add an extra dimension to characters for them to look believable.

Produced by Nikkhil Advani’s Emmay Entertainment,...

Mumbai, July 7 (Ians) Ott platforms have lined up a must-watch array of multi-genre content, from a thriller to a chilling horror drama, to a slice-of-life story, and more, giving you an opportunity to immerse yourself in captivating narratives.

From Sonam Kapoor’s unusual crime drama ‘Blind’ to the biopic on renowned cookbook writer Tarla Dalal, played by Huma Qureshi, Ott platforms are all delivering raw, resonant and moving content.

Here’s a list of this week’s unmissable titles:

‘Blind’ (July 7): Riveting Tale of Secrets

An intense drama headlined by Sonam Kapoor Ahuja, ‘Blind’ promises a perfect combination of suspense and drama, backed by an engrossing and nuanced storyline.

With an ensemble cast featuring Purab Kohli, Vinay Pathak, Lilette Dubey and Shubham Saraf, directed by Shome Makhija, ‘Blind’ is a captivating story of a visually impaired yet resilient woman (played by Sonam) who becomes a key witness to a crime.

Mumbai, July 3 (Ians) Actress Rasika Dugal, who is gearing up for her upcoming horror series ‘Adhura’, has shared that she used to get spooked out every time she headed back to her room after the shoot, given the eerie atmosphere on the sets of the show.

The series also stars Ishwak Singh, Shrenik Arora and Poojan Chabra and presents story of a reunion gone wrong.

haring her experience, the actress said: “The eerie atmosphere on set was unlike anything I’ve experienced before which spooked me every time I got back to the room after shooting. The suspenseful storyline and the immersive production design had a profound effect on me. As an actor, I pride myself on immersing myself into my characters, but Adhura took it to another level.”

She further mentioned: “There were moments when the line between fiction and reality blurred, leaving me with a lingering sense of...

Prime Video recently dropped the spine-chilling trailer of its first Hindi horror series ‘Adhura’, and it has managed to send shivers down the spine. The series stars Ishwak Singh, Shrenik Arora, Poojan Chabra and Rasika Dugal in pivotal roles. Interestingly, with Adhura, the Mirzapur fame actress Rasika too ventures into the realm of horror and suspense.

Ahead of the premiere of the Amazon Original, Rasika revealed that she used to get spooked every time she would go back to her room post the shoot of Adhura.

“The eerie atmosphere on set was unlike anything I’ve experienced before which spooked me every time I got back to the room after shooting. The suspenseful storyline and the immersive production design had a profound effect on me,” shared Rasika.

The actor further added, “As an actor, I pride myself on immersing myself into my characters, but Adhura took it to another level.

Prime Video today unveiled the trailer of the upcoming Amazon Original series, ‘Adhura’. The series marks Prime Video’s foray into the Hindi horror genre. Produced by Nikkhil Advani’s Emmay Entertainment and directed by Ananya Banerjee and Gauravv K Chawla, the series features Ishwak Singh, Poojan Chhabra, Rijul Ray, Zoa Morani, Sahil Salathia, and Aru Krishansh Verma as high school friends alongside Rasika Dugal, Shrenik Arora and Rahul Dev playing pivotal roles.

The trailer of Adhura takes us on a chilling journey revolving around a prestigious boarding school in Ooty, set in two timelines – 2022 and 2007. Secrets, disappearances, and eerie occurrences connect a guilt-ridden alumnus Adhiraj (Ishwak Singh)and a troubled student Vedant (Shrenik Arora), blurring the lines between the past and present. As the shocking truth threatens to unravel, the batch of 2007 is forced to confront their inner demons, as the school’s core is threatened, forever changing the lives of those involved.

Actress Avika Gor is on cloud nine! Her debut Bollywood film ‘1920: Horrors of the Heart’ has been loved and how! According to sources, the film was made in a Rs 14 crore budget. It has already minted more than eight crore in theatres, while Zee has bought the TV/Ott right of the film!

“I couldn’t be happier looking at how people are loving the film,” says an ecstatic Avika. Known for her TV debut Balika Vadhu, where she played the young Anandi, Avika has surely pushed the envelope in her first Bollywood film, where she plays the lead.

“I have been getting so many messages on social media from the day the film released and it is overwhelming. I really wanted people to enjoy the film and my heart is full looking at the love around. I want to thank each and every person who has taken out...

Mumbai, June 27 (Ians) The upcoming streaming show ‘Adhura’ will tell the story of a nostalgic reunion which turns sinister, touching upon the themes of guilt, remorse and revenge. The motion poster of the show was unveiled on Tuesday and it features a spine-chilling image of a school boy as the animation gives an impression of him being possessed.

The show stars Rasika Dugal, Ishwak Singh, Shrenik Arora, and Poojan Chhabra, Rahul Dev, Zoa Morani, Rijul Ray, Sahil Salathia, Aru Krishansh Verma, Kc Shankar and Jaimini Pathak.

The story unfolds through two timelines, in 2022 and 2007, as secrets and chilling events plague the students and staff of a prestigious boarding school when Adhiraj Jaisingh (Ishwak Singh) encounters Vedant Malik (Shrenik Arora), a troubled 10-year-old student. As the past and present collide, a dark secret threatens to emerge, linking Adhiraj to Vedant.

Nikkhil Advani, producer, Emmay Entertainment, said, “With ‘Adhura’, we are exploring the horror,...

Prime Video announced the global premiere of its first Hindi horror series, ‘Adhura’, starting 7 July. Featuring Rasika Dugal, Ishwak Singh, Shrenik Arora, and Poojan Chhabra, the series also stars Rahul Dev, Zoa Morani, Rijul Ray, Sahil Salathia, Aru Krishansh Verma, Kc Shankar and Jaimini Pathak. Directed by Ananya Banerjee and Gauravv K Chawla, and written by Banerjee, the series is produced by Monisha Advani, Madhu Bhojwani and Nikkhil Advani, of Emmay Entertainment.

Adhura delves into the deep-rooted fears and inner demons of its characters, promising a gripping and suspenseful journey into the supernatural realm. It follows the theme of guilt, remorse and revenge.

The story unfolds through two timelines, in 2022 and 2007, as secrets and chilling events plague the students and staff of a prestigious boarding school.

What starts as a nostalgic reunion turns sinister when Adhiraj Jaisingh (Ishwak Singh) encounters Vedant Malik (Shrenik Arora), a troubled 10-year-old student. As the past and present collide,...

Even as her debut film ‘1920: Horrors of The Hearts’ await its June 23 release, newbie director and Vikram Bhatt’s daughter, Krishna Bhatt, is getting married to her long-time boyfriend Vedant Sarda.

The wedding festivities have started in Mumbai with the mehndi ceremony. The pheras are scheduled to take place on June 11. Bhatt and Sarda got engaged in December last year.

Krishna Bhatt’s mehndi artist shared a video on social media where the bride-to-be is seen having mehndi applied on her hands. The caption reads: “Embracing traditions, creating memories. @krishnavbhatt #MehendiCelebrations”

Presented by Mahesh Bhatt, who’s also the writer, and Anand Pandit, ‘1920: Horrors of the Heart’ revolves around a young girl, who walks into a dark world in search of revenge, but the darkness consumes her, making her a victim of the revenge she’s seeking.

The film features ‘Balika Vadhu’ star Avika Gor, model-turned-actor Rahul Dev,...

Mahesh Bhatt, who has written the upcoming “1920: Horrors of the Heart”, says the film, despite its ‘horror’ tag, is not just another horror film, but it has an emotional family drama woven into it. Known for his ground-breaking films such as “Saaransh”, “Arth”, and “Naam”, Bhatt last wrote “Hamari Adhuri Kahaani”.

Talking about the “1920” sequel, the writer-director said: “The film is an emotional family drama woven with horror. We have narrated the story around a family drama. People will see and will relate to it as there is a mother, father, sister, all relations in the film.”

Bhatt added: “Vikram and I together have an experience of 90 years. We are bringing our experience together on screen and now we have given the onus to the younger generation to take it forward. I feel at a time like this, post-Covid, to bring a non-star film to theatres and that too in Hindi,...

Mumbai, June 8 (Ians) Actor Rahul Dev is yet again gearing up to be seen in the horror thriller film ‘1920 : Horrors of the Heart’, which is a sequel to the film ‘1920’.

He said that unlike the first instalment, this movie is based on a father-daughter relationship.

In the upcoming film, Rahul plays an integral part. The Krishna Bhatt directorial will hit theatres on June 23.

Released in 2008, ‘1920’ a supernatural horror film revolves around the events surrounding a married couple living in a haunted house in the year 1920.

The film starred debutant actors Rajneesh Duggal and Adah Sharma as the married couple, along with Indraneil Sengupta in a special role.

Loosely inspired by the 1973 horror film ‘The Exorcist’, it was the first instalment of the ‘1920’ film series, which was a commercial success. The film was also dubbed into Telugu and Tamil, under the title ‘1920 Gayathri’.

Speaking about his role in the film,...

Mumbai, June 7 (Ians) Playback singer Papon, who is known for tracks like ‘Moh Moh Ke Dhaage’, ‘Bulleya’ and several others, has lent his voice to the track ‘Woh Kahani’ from the upcoming film, ‘1920 Horrors of the Heart’.

The singer revealed that during the recording of the song, filmmaker-producer Mahesh Bhatt visited the studio to monitor the recording as the latter has a profound understanding and keen interest in the music of his productions.

The filmmaker-producer also guided Papon with regard to the emotions that were needed to be incorporated in the track.

‘Woh Kahani’ has been composed by Puneet Dixit, with lyrics penned by Shweta Bothra. The song portrays the feelings of separation and longing for loved ones. Papon’s soulful vocals convey the emotions of love and loss.

Speaking about the song, Papon said: “It’s always a wonderful experience to sing a song like this. I truly had...

Actor Rahul Dev, who is currently seen playing the role of Inspector Hooda in the web series ‘Hunter – Tootega Nahi Todega’, shared how he was inspired by his real-life incidents while preparing for the role. He also spoke about getting injured on the sets for shooting for action sequences.

Rahul said: “I have literally grown up in a household where I have watched my illustrious late father go to work daily. In fact, my desire was to sit for the civil services entrance in college, observing the pressure on him. His work hours weren’t defined and there were no Sundays. The role essayed by me is that of a police Sho named Hooda (Haryanvi). I hail from Delhi, so the character is loosely based on observations of people from that belt, Gurgaon, Haryana, not necessarily as cops.”

The 54-year-old actor is known for his work in regional as...