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Legendary Japanese director Takeshi Kitano‘s samurai epic “Kubi” will open the sixth edition of London’s Queer East Festival on April 23 at BFI Southbank. The festival, running through May 18, will showcase over 100 titles exploring LGBTQ+ experiences across East and Southeast Asia.

Highlights include “Rookie,” about a teenager joining an all-girls volleyball team in the Philippines; “Under the Moonlight,” documenting an Islamic boarding school for transgender women in Indonesia; and the 1968 Japanese underground film “Crazy Love,” shot in Tokyo’s Shinjuku district. Also featured is “Bel Ami,” following a middle-aged Chinese man’s decision to come out, and “Some Nights I Feel Like Walking,” which explores desire and belonging through a teenager’s nighttime journey in Manila.

The festival will close with “Edhi Alice,” a South Korean documentary from filmmaker Ilrhan Kim examining the experiences of trans individuals in Seoul.

This year’s program celebrates activism, community, and queer history.

The Verdict 498A Poster (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Filmmaker Raaj Shaandilyaa is set to explore the complexities surrounding Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code in his upcoming film, The Verdict 498A. Based on the life of Deeptanshu Shukla, an engineer-turned-advocate, the film delves into the legal and social ramifications of false dowry harassment cases. Section 498A was originally enacted to protect women from domestic violence and dowry-related abuse.

However, concerns have grown over its misuse, with reports of false allegations leading to wrongful imprisonments, family breakdowns, and, in some cases, suicides. The film will highlight the impact of these cases, not just on the accused but on their families, including elderly women, sisters, and children, who often get entangled in prolonged legal battles.

Shukla’s own experiences with the law shaped his journey from engineering to advocacy. After facing a false accusation under 498A, he decided to study law and work toward legal reforms.

Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video Ott Release Date (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video was one of the year’s most talked-about films. Starring Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri, the movie was released on October 11, 2024. Though it did not meet expectations, it could still recover its budget.

If you did not manage to catch the film in cinemas and were waiting for its release on Ott, we have exciting news for you.

Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video: Cast and Crew

Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video stars Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri as a married couple—the two play Vicky Saluja and Vidya Saluja, respectively. A talented ensemble cast joins them, including Vijay Raaz as Police Officer Laadle, Mallika Sherawat as Chanda Rani, Mast Ali as Badshah, and Archana Puran Singh as Mrs. Saluja.

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Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video Box Office Final Collection! (Photo Credit – Facebook)

Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri led Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video has concluded its box office run on an underwhelming note. The comedy-drama may have recovered its budget, but it was expected to achieve bigger milestones in its lifetime. Scroll below as we decode the closing collections.

Raaj Shaandilyaa’s directorial was released in theatres on October 11, 2024. The trailer garnered a very positive response, which instilled faith in cine-goers. Unfortunately, the storyline was average, and the buzz died shortly after release due to mixed reviews. It faced a box office clash with Jigra and Vettaiyan, but the other two Dussehra releases also dwindled and were soon wiped out of theatres.

Final Box Office Collection (India)

Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video has concluded its box office run, minting 44.48 crores in India. Unfortunately, Rajkummar Rao, who delivered...

Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video Box Office Collection Day 20 ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Rajkummar Rao & Triptii Dimri led Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video is in the last leg of its theatrical run. The 2024 comedy-drama rose to huge expectations but opened to mixed reviews due to its weak storyline. As far as the box office is concerned, it has made decent profits in the last 19 days. Scroll below for the latest box office update!

Directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa, the comedy film was released in theatres on October 11, 2024. It featured the fresh pair, Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri, who have both been basking in the success of their last blockbusters. Unfortunately, they couldn’t continue the spree of hits.

Box Office Collection Day 20

In 20 days, Vicky Aur Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video has made box office collection of 43.96 crores. It earned around 0.40 crores on the third Wednesday. Despite negative word of mouth,...

Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video Box Office Collection Day 14 Update! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Contrary to negative word-of-mouth, Tripti Dimrii and Rajkummar Rao have nothing to worry about. Their latest release, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, did not meet the expectations but is not a disaster at the box office. It is enjoying decent returns, although a weekend boost is much needed now. Scroll below for the latest updates on day 14.

The comedy-drama was released in theatres on October 11, 2024. The release coincided with the Dussehra holiday, which improved the footfall. However, the mixed word-of-mouth eventually spoiled the party, and collections have remained in the 1-2 crores range since.

Box Office Collection Day 14

Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video made a box office collection of 0.80 crores on the second Thursday. It witnessed a dip of 20% compared to the 1 crore earnings made on the previous day. The earnings have fallen below the one crore mark,...

Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video Box Office Collection Day 13 Update! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri were fresh from the success of Stree 2 and Animal, respectively. Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video has been an underperformer at the Indian box office. Surprisingly, the film is not a flop as opposed to the negative word-of-mouth. Scroll below to learn about the returns, collections, and other updates as of day 13.

Directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa, the comedy-drama was released in theatres on October 11, 2024. The arrival coincided with Diwali, although in a box office clash with Alia Bhatt’s Jigra. But the battle barely mattered as both films struggled due to mixed word-of-mouth.

Box Office Collection Day 13

In the domestic market, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video made earnings of 1 crore on the second Wednesday. It remained on similar lines as day 12, which raked in 1.10 crores in India. The overall...

Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video Box Office Collection Day 8 Early Estimates! (Photo Credit – Facebook)

Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri were the talk of the town. The duo has recently delivered successes with Stree 2 and Animal, respectively. Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video was expected to be another feather added to their cap. Unfortunately, that did not happen, as the film is close to ending its theatrical run. Scroll below for early estimates of day 8.

The comedy-drama revolves around a couple who tape their first night after marriage. Things get troublesome after the CD gets stolen. Now, whether or not they will be able to save themselves from embarrassment is to be seen. Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri play the leading pair in the film, which arrived in theatres on October 11, 2024.

Box Office Collection Day 8 Early Trends

As per the early trends flowing in, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video...

Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video presents a comic narrative that kicks off in the sacred town of Rishikesh, only to spiral into a chaotic adventure. The story revolves around a newlywed couple whose intimate wedding night is inadvertently recorded on a CD that disappears mysteriously. What follows is an unorganized and absurd search for the CD, leading to a series of misadventures that pull both logic and humor into the abyss. Despite the film’s intriguing setup, it never quite delivers on its promises.

Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video: A Sloppy Screenplay That Misses the Mark

The screenplay, penned by Yusuf Ali Khan, Ishrat Khan, Rajan Agarwal, and director Raaj Shaandilyaa himself, fails to strike a balance between humor and coherence. The film continuously swings between the ridiculous and the senseless, leaving viewers perplexed rather than entertained. While certain punchlines land, they are few and far between, making...

The trailer for Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, starring RajKummar Rao and Triptii Dimri, was released on Thursday, giving audiences a humorous yet chaotic glimpse into the couple’s misadventures. Directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa, the film revolves around Vicky (RajKummar) and Vidya (Triptii) on their first night together as a married couple. Things take a wild turn when their ‘suhagraat CD’ (wedding night video) gets stolen, and a ransom of ₹2 lakh is demanded for its return.

Set in the picturesque town of Rishikesh, the trailer shows how the couple, along with the help of Mallika Sherawat and their family, embark on a mission to recover the stolen CD. From enlisting the help of the police to seeking advice from family elders and even venturing into graveyards, Vicky and Vidya leave no stone unturned in their desperate attempt to save their dignity and regain control of their lives.

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Song: Tum Jo Mile Ho

Movie: Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala 2024

Singers: Vishal Mishra & Sachin-Jigar

Music: Sachin – Jigar

Lyrics: Priya Saraiya

Director: Raaj Shaandilyaa

Music Label: T-Series

Check out Tum Jo Mile Ho Song Lyrics from Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video starring Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri

Sapnon Mein Aate Ho, Dil Mein Kab Aoo Ge,

Raato Ko Jagate Ho, Din Mere Kab Sajo Ge,

Ke Tum Jo Mile, O Mere Sanam,

Do Pyaar Waali Baatein Karen Ge Hum,

Ho Dil Se Tumko Chahte Hain Hum,

Hai Kasam Ki Kasam

Ke Tum Jo Mile, O Mere Sanam,

Do Pyaar Waali Baatein Karenge Hum.

Intzaar Ka Intzaar Tha, Intzaar Tera,

Ke Tere Bina Dil Bekaar Tha,

Dil Bekaar Tha, Dil Bekaar Mera,

Ho Zaalim Duniya Kya Samjhe Gi,

Ishq Ibaadat Kya Hoti Hai,

Sabko Batana Ab Hai Zaroori,

Sacchi Mohabbat Kya Hoti Hai,

Ek Kadam Tum Chal Ke To Dekho,...

Rajkummar Rao is gearing up for the release of his upcoming comic entertainer, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, where he stars opposite Triptii Dimri. The film, directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa, has already piqued the audience’s interest with its humorous trailer and engaging punchlines. Adding to the excitement, the first song from the film’s soundtrack, titled “Tum Jo Mile Ho,” was unveiled on September 19, 2024.

Composed and sung by the duo Sachin-Jigar along with Vishal Mishra, the song brings a nostalgic 90s vibe and highlights the playful chemistry between Rajkummar Rao’s character, Vicky, a mehendi artist, and Triptii Dimri’s Vidya. The song’s lyrics were penned by Priya Saraiya, and the video showcases a light-hearted romantic dynamic between the leads.

Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video trailer: Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri’s hilarious hunt for missing CD: Fan says ‘Rajkumar Rao totally Ruling this year’

The...

The much-anticipated trailer for Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video has finally dropped, following an engaging teaser that hinted at the film’s retro charm. The movie, featuring Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri in the lead roles, promises a blend of comedy and nostalgia, set against the backdrop of the vibrant 90s.

The trailer begins with Vicky (Rajkummar Rao) and Vidya’s (Triptii Dimri) wedding in Rishikesh, where Vicky proposes recording their wedding night as a keepsake. However, the plot takes a turn when their CD player, along with the crucial video, goes missing. Enter Vijay Raaz, who plays a disgruntled cop assigned to recover the stolen video. His initial lack of enthusiasm is humorously evident as he questions his role in the case but soon becomes intrigued by Mallika Sherawat’s character, who is linked to Vicky’s family.

The trailer is laced with comedic moments, including Daler Mehndi...

Why does every romantic comedy released in the Hindi film industry have a message? Why can it not be just a silly, fun romance movie with pure old-school or new-age romance and just a small, harmless conflict that would not have a hard implication on the ending of the film? It seems like it will take an eternity for the Hindi filmmakers and the audience to get an idea of how romantic comedies could be lighthearted too, mirroring the Hollywood movies in this genre. Though the messaging could help with dialogue in the community about acceptance, sometimes Hindi movies go overboard and lose their essence very quickly.

Luv Ki Arrange Marriage, as the title suggests, is about a young man named Luv, and the title is a word play on the kind of marriages we see in India and other sub continental countries. Arranged marriages are a common sight. Making...

In recent times, Triptii Dimri has captivated the nation with her beauty, acting prowess, and screen presence. From earning titles like The National Crush and Bhabhi 2 to becoming the top choice for upcoming films, she has carved a niche for herself in the industry.

Let’s take a glimpse at Triptii’s exciting upcoming projects:

Bad Newz:

Directed by Anand Tiwari, this film features Triptii alongside Vicky Kaushal and Ammy Virk. The story revolves around two sophisticated Punjabi men and a Christian-Hindu girl, leading to unexpected craziness after a one-night stand results in pregnancy. The film hits cinemas on July 19.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3:

Triptii joins Kartik Aaryan and Vidya Balan in this third installment of the popular horror-comedy franchise. Shooting commenced in March, promising another thrilling ride for audiences towards the end of the year.

Dhadak 2:

Triptii stars alongside Siddhant Chaturvedi in the sequel to the hit film “Dhadak.

A sneak peek into the behind-the-scenes of ‘Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video’ has fans excited as Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri bid farewell to the shoot with a fun-filled video. The actors shared their joyous moments, hinting at the anticipation for the film’s release on October 11, 2024.

Lights Out, Wrap Party On!

Rao’s caption teased fans with a playful note, urging them to enjoy this video until the much-awaited ‘Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video’ arrives. The BTS footage showcases the camaraderie between the lead actors, promising an entertaining ride in Raaj Shaandilyaa’s directorial venture.

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‘T-Series, Balaji Telefilms, and Wakaao Films, in association with Thinkink Picturez, are presenting ‘Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video’. This collaboration ensures a promising cinematic experience for audiences, as they eagerly await the duo...

Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri have wrapped up filming for “Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video” under the direction of Raaj Shaandilyaa, known for “Dream Girl” and its sequel. The movie, set in the 1990s, promises to be a spicy entertainer.

With production credits to T-Series, Balaji Telefilms, Wakaao Films, and Thinkink Picturez, the film is slated for a theatrical release on October 11, 2024. Rao and Dimri’s on-screen chemistry is anticipated to be a highlight, given their previous performances.

Rajkummar Rao – Triptii Dimri: ‘Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video’ Filming Complete… 11 Oct Release… #DreamGirl and #DreamGirl2 director #RaajShaandilyaa has completed filming of his next directorial #VickyVidyaKaWohWalaVideo [#Vvkwwv].

A masala entertainer set in 1990s, the film… pic.twitter.com/wQcri2C5O0

— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) April 30, 2024

Fans are eager to witness this duo in action, especially within the retro backdrop. As Shaandilyaa is renowned for his knack for comedy and storytelling,...

The makers of the Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri-starrer ’97 per cent parivarik’ film titled ‘Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video’ have wrapped up the shoot of the movie.

Directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa, this upcoming blockbuster promises to be a rollercoaster ride back to the swinging 90s.

On April 16, Rajkummar shared the title poster of the movie, which had a tagline in Hindi: “97 per cent parivarik.”

It is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R Kapoor, Vipul D Shah, Ashwin Varde, Rajesh Bahl, Raaj, and Vimal Lahoti.

The music is by Sachin and Jigar.

Gulshan Kumar, T-Series, Balaji Telefilms, and Wakaoo Films, in association with ThinkInk Picturez, present a Wakaoo Film production.

The movie will release in theaters on October 11.

On the work front, Rajkummar also has ‘Srikanth-Aa Raha Hai Sabki Aankhein Kholne’, ‘Mr And Mrs Mahi,’ and ‘Stree 2’ in the pipeline.

Triptii was last seen...

Excitement buzzes as the release date for ‘Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video’ is officially set for October 11, 2024. Directed by the talented Raaj Shaandilyaa, known for hits like ‘Dream Girl’ and ‘Dream Girl 2,’ this movie promises to be a delightful masala entertainer set in the vibrant era of the 1990s.

The film stars the versatile Rajkummar Rao and the enchanting Triptii Dimri in leading roles, marking a fresh pairing that audiences eagerly anticipate. With their stellar performances in previous projects, expectations are high for their chemistry and acting prowess in this upcoming flick.

Rajkummar Rao – Triptii Dimri: ‘Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video’ Release Date Locked… #DreamGirl and #DreamGirl2 director #RaajShaandilyaa directs #RajkummarRao and #TriptiiDimri in #VickyVidyaKaWohWalaVideo [#Vvkwwv]… A masala entertainer set in 1990s, the film arrives in… pic.twitter.com/H0gj3mUB4G

— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) April 16, 2024

Produced by a stellar lineup including Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar,...

Actress Triptii Dimri, who has been hailed as the national crush following her impactful performance in the recently released action thriller ‘Animal’, continuously shot for 48 hours in Delhi while juggling two projects, ‘Animal’ and another undisclosed venture.

Exhibiting sheer dedication, she undertook an intense shooting spree for two days in the national capital amid a demanding schedule.

Talking about juggling two projects simultaneously, the actress said: “I feel blessed to encounter such good challenges in my life, where I must navigate between two exciting opportunities. In an industry where securing work can be a real struggle, I am grateful to have had the chance to be part of two projects concurrently.”

She further mentioned: “Despite the physical and mental exhaustion, it’s all worthwhile at the end of the day. As artistes, we are built for these challenges, and our lives revolve around such experiences. The sense of fulfillment comes...

Actress Triptii Dimri, who has been hailed as the national crush following her impactful performance in the recently released action thriller ‘Animal’, continuously shot for 48 hours in Delhi while juggling two projects, ‘Animal’ and another undisclosed venture.

Exhibiting sheer dedication, she undertook an intense shooting spree for two days in the national capital amid a demanding schedule.

Talking about juggling two projects simultaneously, the actress said: “I feel blessed to encounter such good challenges in my life, where I must navigate between two exciting opportunities. In an industry where securing work can be a real struggle, I am grateful to have had the chance to be part of two projects concurrently.”

She further mentioned: “Despite the physical and mental exhaustion, it’s all worthwhile at the end of the day. As artistes, we are built for these challenges, and our lives revolve around such experiences. The sense of fulfillment comes...

Actress Triptii Dimri, who is known for her work in ‘Bulbbul’, ‘Laila Majnu’, and the recently released ‘Animal’, is celebrating one year of her psychological drama ‘Qala’. Looking back at the film, the actress said that it was a journey of self-discovery, resilience and love for art.

The film, written and directed by Anvitaa Dutt, saw Triptii essaying the character of Qala Manjushree, a renowned singer haunted by her past. Her character struggles with a strained relationship with her mother (played by Swastika Mukherjee), showcasing sheltered innocence.

Looking back at the film, the actress said: “ ‘Qala’ was more than just a film. It was a journey of self-discovery, resilience, emotions, passion and love for art. I’m grateful to Anvitaa Dutt and Clean Slate Filmz for allowing me to bring this story to life and pushing me to deliver a performance to be proud of. Here’s to the power...

Actress Triptii Dimri, who is known for her work in ‘Bulbbul’, ‘Laila Majnu’, and the recently released ‘Animal’, is celebrating one year of her psychological drama ‘Qala’. Looking back at the film, the actress said that it was a journey of self-discovery, resilience and love for art.

The film, written and directed by Anvitaa Dutt, saw Triptii essaying the character of Qala Manjushree, a renowned singer haunted by her past. Her character struggles with a strained relationship with her mother (played by Swastika Mukherjee), showcasing sheltered innocence.

Looking back at the film, the actress said: “ ‘Qala’ was more than just a film. It was a journey of self-discovery, resilience, emotions, passion and love for art. I’m grateful to Anvitaa Dutt and Clean Slate Filmz for allowing me to bring this story to life and pushing me to deliver a performance to be proud of. Here’s to the power...

Companion Piece

The BBC has commissioned “Doctor Who: Unleashed,” a 30-minute factual entertainment series that will accompany the upcoming new season of “Doctor Who.” The companion show, hosted by Steffan Powell, will kick off after every episode of “Doctor Who” and will provide insights into how it was made and feature interviews with cast and crew.

“Doctor Who,” which is celebrating its 60th anniversary with David Tennant as the 14th Doctor, returns in November with three episodes. Jemma Redgrave reprises her role as Kate Lethbridge-Stewart and Neil Patrick Harris will play the Toymaker, an all-powerful enemy last seen in 1966. Ncuti Gatwa’s first episode as the 15th Doctor will air over the festive period.

“Doctor Who: Unleashed” is produced by Bright Branch Media for BBC Studios for BBC Three and BBC iPlayer.

Russell T Davies, “Doctor Who” showrunner, said: “Over the years, I meet so many people who were inspired to find careers in TV,...

Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana has scored the biggest opening of his career with comedy “Dream Girl 2” and the film is on its way to becoming a major hit.

Khurrana stars as Karam, a young man in Mathura whom financial circumstances force to pose as a woman, Pooja, and the mayhem that ensues. The film, directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa and written by Shaandilyaa and Naresh Kathooria, is a follow up to 2019 film “Dream Girl,” which was one of the highest grossing films of the year.

The modestly budgeted “Dream Girl 2,” produced by Ektaa R. Kapoor and Shobha Kapoor for Balaji Motion Pictures, opened on Aug. 25 and has grossed some $10 million so far.

Khurrana describes the reasons for the film’s success as “multifactorial.” “Number one is the promise of fun and laughter kept by the first one and the second one is the shift in pattern of people going...

Comedy drama ‘Dream Girl 2’ is a namesake sequel to the 2019 film ‘Dream Girl’, both directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa. Most of the cast remains the same except the leading lady is Ananya Panday instead of Nushrratt Bharuccha. Dream Girl 2 does not continue in terms of the story, it simply picks up the traits of Ayushmann Khurrana’s character Karamveer ‘Karam’ Singh aka Pooja.

Karam (Ayushmann Khurrana), a small-town boy from Mathura, plays female characters in plays (drama) as he has an uncanny ability of delivering sensuous female voice and look like one too. Like earlier he is still looking for a decent job, struggling every day to pay his father’s debt, who has borrowed money from almost everyone around.

While on one hand he is jobless, on the other hand, he is deeply in love with Pari (Ananya Panday), whose father (Manoj Joshi), though reluctant, agrees to their relationship but with a caveat.

Mumbai, Aug 11 (Ians) Actor and casting director Abhishek Banerjee, who will be soon seen in the upcoming comedy film ‘Dream Girl 2’, has shared that he will be seen essaying the role of Shah Rukh in the film, no not the Bollywood megastar but a regular guy, who is battling depression. In fact, the actor was under the impression that his part would be of Srk or a romantic character at the very least, in the film.

Abhishek Banerjee, who has earned a reputation for his versatility, is known for his work in ‘Mirzapur’, ‘Stree’, ‘Bhediya’, ‘Paatal Lok’ and several other projects.

Speaking about his character, he revealed, “My character’s name in the film is Shah Rukh, which initially led me to wonder if I was supposed to portray the real Shah Rukh Khan or a romantic character. However, after reading the script, I discovered that this character is entirely different.

From wearing ‘ladies perfumes’ to playing a song for his entry and shaving after every four hours, actor Ayushmann Khurrana underwent all the challenges to activate his feminine energy for the role of ‘Pooja’ in ‘Dream Girl 2’.

‘Dream Girl 2’ is the sequel to sleeper hit 2019 comedy drama ‘Dream Girl’ which starred Ayushmann alongside Nushrratt Bharuccha.

The film focused on a cross-gender man (played by Ayushmann) whose female voice impersonation begets attention from others, and talks about depression and loneliness.

It was a challenging role for Ayushmann considering he constantly had to switch between the two roles of Karam and Pooja, while all along ensuring the punches and comic timing hit the right note.

On Thursday, Ayushmann was present in the national capital for the launch of the song ‘Dil Ka Telephone 2.0’ from ‘Dream Girl 2’.

The actor looked dashing in an abstract print shirt with shades of yellow and black,...

Versatile actor Ayushmann Khurrana, who will be seen in an avatar of a woman in ‘Dream Girl 2’, said that he has realised that it is “too difficult” to be a woman and play a woman.

Ayushmann, who was present in the national capital for the launch of the song ‘Dil Ka Telephone 2.0’ from ‘Dream Girl 2’ spoke about the movie, the preparations and challenges he went through for this role, etc.

It was a challenging role for Ayushmann considering he constantly had to switch between the two roles of Karam and Pooja, while all along ensuring the punches and comic timing hit the right note.

Talking about the same, he said during media interactions: “The 2.0 version of ‘Dream Girl’ is not just about the voice, its also about the ‘being’. Its transformation, look, and after shooting for this film I have realised it’s too difficult to be a woman.

Actor Manjot Singh, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film ‘Dream Girl 2’, is delighted to reunite with veteran actor Paresh Rawal. The two worked together for the first in Dibakar Banerjee’s National Award winning film ‘Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!’

When Manjot discovered that he’d be sharing the screen with Paresh Rawal, playing the former’s father-in-law, the actor couldn’t contain his excitement. During the script reading session, the news filled Manjot with excitement beyond measure, and when they finally met on set, their reunion was nothing short of emotional.

Talking about the same, Manjot said: “Yes, I am collaborating with him again in ‘Dream Girl 2’, after a span of 14 years. During the script reading session, I was thrilled to learn that Paresh Sir is also part of the cast. When I discovered that he would be portraying my character’s father-in-law,...

Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana, who will be soon seen reprising his role of Pooja in the upcoming theatrical film ‘Dream Girl 2’, set the momentum for the humour with the film’s trailer and his witty responses to the media. The film’s buzz seems to be snowballing as the Samastipur Police took to their X, former Twitter handle, recently, to share a clip from the film as they lauded the actor for his ‘Dream Girl’ avatar and have shared that Ayushmann, as his character Pooja in the film, has helped them in spreading the word on cyber fraud.

They tagged Ayushmann and tweeted: “Your appearance in this movie has proven to be incredibly appealing in our fight against cyber fraud. Your act was remarkably close to the real cyber fraud calls. Please continue to spread such awareness. Best wishes, and welcome to Samastipur.”

‘Dream Girl 2’ promises to be...

Mumbai, Aug 3 (Ians) Actor Ayushmann Khurrana, who is all set to reprise his role of Pooja in ‘Dream Girl 2’, agrees to the fact that it was a huge risk to play someone who dresses up as a girl and causes confusion.

Ayushmann is happy with the response the trailer has got since its release. He promises the film will be a laugh riot.

Talking about the same Ayushmann shared: ” ‘Dream Girl’ was a blockbuster. So, the sequel had to match the expectations of the first film. I’m thrilled that people are finding Dream Girl 2’s trailer to be a laugh riot.”

“I’m happy that it is making people feel that they will be supremely entertained when they see the film on the big screen.

” ‘Dream Girl 2’ is a film for everyone to enjoy, in fact laugh and fall off your seats. We promise that people...

Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana, who is set to reprise his role of Pooja in the upcoming madcap comedy ‘Dream Girl 2’, has shared the secret behind getting the perfect figure for her alter-ego of female in the film. The actor credits it to his fast metabolism.

Recently, while speaking to the media, the actor who essays dual character of Karam and Pooja in the film, said: “I have quite a fast metabolism. I can lose weight just by doing cardio and giving up on carbs.”

In the film, Ayushmann’s character of Karam assumes the avatar of Pooja in order to get the money so that he could live happily ever after with his lady love. The comedy ensues as Karam faces the trials and tribulations during the course of his transformation as Pooja.

The actor further mentioned: “Thodi bahut mehnat ki patla hone ke liye like cardio and eating right,...

Mumbai, Aug 2 (Ians) Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana, who is gearing up for his upcoming film ‘Dream Girl 2’, has shared that while the audience has loved him as Ayushmann, with his new film they will also love the ‘Ayushwoman’ in him.

Speaking to the media recently at the film’s trailer launch, the actor shared that working on the film was an absolutely fulfilling experience for him as an actor.

In the film, his character of Karam transforms into Pooja to overcome a financial problem, and this leads to comedy.

Commenting on the experience of stepping into the role of a woman, the actor said, “It was challenging because were shooting in 45 degrees Celsius, as I say in the film, I was ‘fully assembled’, wearing a wig in such blistering heat tested me as an actor”.

He further mentioned, “I hope people love the Ayushwoman too in addition to Ayushmann.

The trailer of the upcoming Ayushmann Khurrana-starrer film ‘Dream Girl 2’, which was unveiled on Tuesday, takes the baton from the film’s predecessor and promises to deliver 10x comedy brought alive by stellar star cast.

The trailer begins with Karam’s (Ayushmann Khurrana) father (Annu Kapoor) receiving a call from a credit card recovery agent, Ayushmann kicks off the comic extravaganza as he mouths the dialogue in a sultry tone as her alter ego of Pooja.

It then presents Ananya Panday’s character who plays Karam’s love interest with the couple planning to get married soon. However, the character of Ananya’s father puts forth a condition that requires Karam to collect Inr 25 lacs in his bank account in 6 months. To this, Karam says, “Roadies chal raha hai kya yahan pe, task de rahe ho mujhe” thereby establishing a meta moment as Ayushmann, who made his debut...

New Delhi, July 21 (Ians) Amping up the excitement and anticipation, the makers of Ayushmann Khurrana starrer ‘Dream Girl 2’ unveiled a new promo, that is bound to leave you in splits.

In the new promo, we witness the hilarious exchange between Pooja (played by Ayushmann) and Rocky (Ranveer Singh from Karan Johar’s ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani’) in their epic conversation.

Dialing up the fun factor, Pooja finds herself engaged in a rib-tickling conversation with the enigmatic Rocky over a captivating phone call.

Expect hilarious misunderstandings, witty banter, and a comedy of errors that will have you on the edge of your seat, craving for more.

The promo opens with captivating beauty shots of Pooja in a red blingy saree, teasing us with her enigmatic presence. Suddenly, her phone rings, and she answers it with her signature charm. We hear Ranveer aka ‘Rocky’ saying, “Meri Rani (referring to...

Indian content queen Ektaa R Kapoor’s Balaji Telefilms, which is in robust financial health, has revealed a strong upcoming slate.

On the film front, Balaji recently boarded director Nanda Kishore’s Malayalam and Telugu-language magnum opus “Vrushabha,” starring Mohanlal, and also in the works are Hansal Mehta’s “The Buckingham Murders,” starring Kareena Kapoor, Rajesh Krishnan’s “The Crew,” starring Kapoor, Tabu and Kriti Sanon and Karan Boolani’s “Thank You for Coming,” starring Bhumi Pednekar. Sequels to Dibakar Banerjee’s groundbreaking “LSD: Love, Sex Aur Dhokha” and Raaj Shaandilyaa’s “Dream Girl,” starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Ananya Pandey are also in the making.

On the television and streaming front, the details of the shows will be eventually released by the respective platforms, but broadly, they include an untitled historical for a leading broadcast channel, a pre-medieval era show for a global streamer, a show based on a real...

Raaj Shaandilyaa along with his partner Vimal Lahoti thrives to give the entertainment industry great cinemas and these movies will be across genres of comedy, romance, drama, emotion, talent and music with various actors and production scale along with explicit writing, making sure to entertain the audience.

Thinkink Picturez is solely content driven studio where they believe in working and making their script unique and entertaining. They are always burgeoning for great content and thrive to deliver a storyline that is always right off the bat.

The slate of the 7 films are as follows

Ramlali – Directed by the National Award-winner Omung Kumar. He has given us hits in the past like “Mary Kom” and “Sarabjit”. Googly – Directed by Sanjay Gadhavi. He is the director of the blockbuster franchise of “Dhoom 1” and “Dhoom 2”. Arabi Kalyanam – Directed by Shree Narayan Singh. He has directed movies in the past like “Toilet: Ek Prem Katha...

The upcoming film ‘Dream Girl 2’, which stars Ayushmann Khurrana as a cross-gender actor, has pushed its release date once again. The film was earlier supposed to bow in theatres on June 23, but now, owing to VFX work, the film will arrive in cinemas on August 25.

The VFX work is crucial for ‘Dream Girl 2’, as the film features Ayushmann Khurrana to play the role of Pooja and Karam. The makers want to ensure that he looks seamless and convincing as Pooja.

Speaking about the decision, Ektaa R. Kapoor, Joint Managing Director – Balaji Telefilms Limited, said: “We want Ayushmann Khurrana’s character to look perfect as Pooja in ‘Dream Girl 2’, and that’s why we are taking extra time to perfect the VFX work for the face. We want to ensure that our viewers get the best possible experience when they watch the movie.”

She further mentioned: “The VFX...

Mumbai, April 21 (Ians) The new promotional video of the upcoming Ayushmann Khurrana-starrer film ‘Dream Girl 2’ leaves viewers grinning. In the recently released video, Ayushmann Khurrana’s character Pooja can be seen talking to Bollywood superstar Bhaijaan ahead of Eid as the latter’s voice on the other side of the phone rings familiar.

The tongue-in-cheek conversation between Bhaijaan and Pooja has both of them in the middle of a nice romantic conversation as Bhaijaan is eager to catch a glimpse of Pooja’s face and asks her to reveal herself. As Pooja tries to switch on the video call with Bhaijaan, the lights go off leaving Bhaijaan and fans on a cliffhanger.

This is the third promotional video featuring Pooja, the previous videos featured Pathan and Rockstar. The film, which is a sequel to Khurrana’s 2019 hit ‘Dream Girl’, promises to be a rib-tickling and entertaining film with...

Mumbai, March 28 (Ians) Actors Sunny Singh and Avneet Kaur have been roped in for director Ishrat Khan’s upcoming family comedy titled ‘Luv Ki Arrange Marriage’.

Speaking about his next comedy, Sunny said: “Raaj Shaandilyaa has a very different comedy style as compared to the ones I have done before and that’s what attracted me to the film. This one is a hilarious chaotic household comedy entertainer. Excited to begin this one.”

The shooting for the film commenced on Tuesday in Madhya Pradesh.

Getting ready for her first family comedy, Avneet added: “Family comedy is a genre I have thoroughly enjoyed and getting a chance to be a part of a film that will be enjoyed by everyone is exciting. Working with Supriya Ma’am, Annu Sir and Rajpal Sir will be a learning experience for me and can’t wait to make you laugh.”

The second of their...

With ‘Janhit Mein Jaari’ starring Nushrratt Bharuccha, producer Vinod Bhanushali and producer-director Raaj Shaandilyaa told a riveting story in the most light-hearted manner. To take ahead the family comedies genre, the producers have collaborated to create several films under the same genre under their banners Bhanushali Studios Limited and ThinkInk Picturez Ltd.

Janhit Mein Jaari received accolades for narrating important subject in entertaining way that made the makers decide to fill the void of family entertainers by taking ahead the fam-coms genre. Considering how an out-and-out family comedy has been missing on the big screen for a while, this partnership is an exciting proposition that promises to deliver wholesome family entertainment.

While details are under wraps, the makers Vinod Bhanushali Bhanushali Studios Limited and Raaj Shaandilyaa & Vimal Lahoti of ThinkInk Picturez Ltd will announce the slate of films made under this multi-film deal.

Confirming this development says Vinod Bhanushali, “We...

The Indian Institute of Human Brands or Iihb’s Tiara report, which analyses celebrities as brands, has concluded that ‘India Most Identifies With’ Ayushmann Khurrana! While South superstar Suriya ranks No. 1 among Southern celebs, Amitabh Bachchan was India’s Most Trusted & Most Respected, Alia Bhatt top scored on India’s Most Attractive & Virat was rated as Most Trendy & Most Handsome.

When contacted, Ayushmann says, “It is an honour to be considered as someone, India identifies with the most. I credit this to the kind of films and the roles that I have chosen to do on screen. I have always maintained that I want to cause disruption and challenge the status quo of originality in my country.”

He adds, “I’m a restless entertainer who is forever looking for a script that thoroughly entertains audience and yet delivers a message. I’m thrilled to be someone that my country and...

India’s largest music label and movie studio, T-Series join forces with director Raaj Shaandilyaa for upcoming projects. Under this unique collaboration, Raaj Shaandilyaa will exclusively direct as well as co-produce different films and webshows across various genres that will be produced under the banner of Bhushan Kumar’s T-Series, and Raaj Shaandilyaa & Vimal K Lahoti’s Thinkink Picturez.

This maiden collaboration between the producer and director is a huge step towards creating synergistic network with diverse talent pools across the country. The roster of projects that the prolific producer Bhushan Kumar and director Raaj Shaandilyaa are collaborating over spans several genres, including big/mid budget tentpoles to small budget content that would be announced over the coming months.

Commenting on this association, Mr. Bhushan Kumar, Chairman & Managing Director, T-Series says, “We at T-Series are all set to usher fresh ideas, content and stories and what better way to collaborate with young minds like Raaj!

Writer Raaj Shaandilyaa, who penned the story of the Nushratt Bharucha starrer ‘Janhit Mein Jaari’, says more than changing people’s mindset, the makers intend to express their view on the taboo around condoms and the importance of birth control. The cast and the crew including Nushratt, Anud Singh Dhaka, Paritosh Tripathi, Raaj Shaandilyaa was present […]...

Nushrratt Bharuccha wrapped the shooting of her next, a social comedy, Janhit Mein Jaari in Chanderi, MP. Vinod Bhanushali & Raaj Shaandilyaa produced Janhit Mein Jaari directed by Jai Basantu Singh went of floors in mid-September but had to take an unforeseen break due to Covid. Also starring Anud Singh, Tinnu Anand, Vijay Raaz and […]...

Writer Shobhit Sinha who has worked on shows like ‘Comedy Circus’, ‘Entertainment ki Raat’ and many more is now making his debut on Ott as a dialogue writer for Raaj Shaandilyaa’s upcoming comedy web series titled ‘The Great Weddings of Munnes’. Talking about his debut and Raaj, Shobhit says: “This is my web series debut […]...

A leg injury played a spoilsport for the committed actress, Nushrratt Bharuccha, during her recent shoot. During a song shoot for her ongoing film by Raaj Shaandilyaa and Vinod Bhanushali’s ‘Janhit Mein Jaari’, Nushrratt sprained her leg and the doctor has asked her to take some much needed rest. A source from the production unit […]...

Mumbai, May 17 (Ians) Nushrratt Bharuccha, who celebrated her 36th birthday on Monday, took to social media to thank fans, followers and colleagues for their love and wishes. The actress added she wants to forward these wishes and love to the world, which is battling a pandemic and trying to heal itself.

"Feeling truly blessed with all the wishes and love coming my way today, fills me with gratitude! I want to give all of these wishes and love out to the world instead, which is trying to heal itself back. Hope it reach the ones who need it the most! #PayingItForward," she tweeted.

Meanwhile, fans, friends and industry colleagues shared adorable wishes for the birthday girl.

Sharing a photo of the actress from her latest anthology film "Ajeeb Daastaans", where Nushrratt plays a domestic help, director Raj Mehta wrote: "Yes not your most flattering pic, but that's the point. Everyone is posting those.

Mumbai, March 9 (Ians) Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana has a penchant at discovering clutter-breaking films and roles. For this, he has to look out for new storytellers.

"I have always looked to collaborate with new storytellers because they are looking to bring a fresh voice and a different vision to our cinema," Ayushmann said.

He added: "YOung, first-time filmmakers are looking to make a mark in the industry and they are always coming up with high-risk content decisions, which appeals to me a lot because I have always gravitated towards being super risky with my film and character choices."

Ayushmann has worked with debutant directors like Sharat Kataria, Hitesh Kewalya, Raaj Shaandilyaa, Rs Prasanna, Akshay Roy, and Vibhu Puri, and also collaborated with young directors like Nupur Asthana, Ashwini Iyer Tiwari, Amit Sharma and Amar Kaushik.

"I have always strongly felt that we need to be bold in our approach because...