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When you see Fahadh Faasil’s name in a film, you are within your rights to expect something extraordinary, and not something so extraordinarily ordinary, and morally compromised like Mareeesan.

Director Sudheesh Sankar’s first film in eleven years starts off as an innocuous road movie but eventually grows (if growth is what it is), rather morphs into something much darker and dangerous.

Admirably, Fahadh, the Marlon Brando of Malayalam cinema, shares equal screen time with Vaidvelu, the veteran comedian known only for supporting parts, who is not funny this time: which is a pity, as the film seems to take itself too seriously. Vaidvelu plays Velan a man whose...

5 Disappointing Sequels in Hindi Cinema (Photo Credit – IMDb)

Sequels, whether true (with the story continuing) or ‘in spirit’ haven’t always matched the originals in Hindi films. A welcome exception is when the second film betters the previous one, as happens in rare cases like Tanu Weds Manu or Drishyam. Most filmmakers go wrong by making the next film merely bigger but not better. That was exactly the case with Tum Bin, Rock On!!, Dedh Ishqiya or Welcome Back.

However, there is a perceptible difference between a disappointing sequel and a poor one. Here’s looking at five more prominent calamities, especially after truly memorable ‘prequels’.

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Tehran Ott Verdict: Week 1 Update (Photo Credit –Facebook)

Tehran, directed by John Abraham, premiered on Zee5 this past week. In less than five days, it has generated decent views. The film landed in the top five of the weekly chart, beating 3 Bhk. John Abraham is back in yet another action-packed film, and it is receiving positive reviews overall. It will climb the chart in the following weeks. Keep scrolling for more.

Directed by Arun Gopalan and produced by Dinesh Vijan, Shobhna Yadav, and Sandeep Leyzell, it features an impressive star cast. In addition to John, the spy thriller also features Neeru Bajwa, Manushi Chhillar, and Madhurima Tuli in key roles. The movie is loosely based on the 2012 attacks on Israeli diplomats.

Tehran Ott verdict week 1

John Abraham starrer Tehran premiered on Zee 5 on August 14, and the weekly data is from August 11-17. Therefore, the views generated by the movie are for four days.

Sarzameen Ott Verdict (Week 3) Update (Photo Credit – Hotstar)

Kajol, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Ibrahim Ali Khan’s Sarzameen face a steep drop in the third week. The film was in the top spot last week, but has dropped to the top 5 list. The action thriller might exit the top five next week. Keep scrolling for a detailed report on its third-week viewership.

Last week, the movie pushed Sanya Malhotra’s Mrs out of the top 5 Ott films. It is the only JioHotstar movie; otherwise, the remaining four are Netflix releases. The movie received mixed reviews, but critics praised the actors’ performances. However, it was criticized for its plot and lack of depth. For the record, the film was written and directed by Kayoze Irani, and it is his directorial debut.

Sarzameen Ott Verdict Week 3

Kajol and Ibrahim Ali Khan-starrer Sarzameen streaming on JioHotstar generated 1.4 million in its third week 3. According to...

Sarzameen Ott Verdict (Week 2): Prithviraj Sukumaran & Ibrahim Ali Khan’s Film Is A Winner! (Photo Credit –YouTube)

Ibrahim Ali Khan, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Kajol’s Sarzameen has managed to rule the Ott world for two continuous weeks as the thriller managed to garner 9.3 million views on JioHotstar in two weeks. In fact, it has already achieved a milestone for the film that garnered love on the Ott platform.

Already The Third Most Watched Ott Film!

Helmed by Kayoze Irani and produced by Dharma Productions, the film has managed to claim the spot for the third most-watched Ott film of 2025. Interestingly, Ibrahim Ali Khan has pushed Nadaaniyan to a spot below with his new entry on the list.

Sarzameen Ott Verdict Week 2

Sarzameen, in its second week, garnered a viewership of 4.8 million, taking the top spot in the list of the most-watched streaming originals in India for the week of...

Kuberaa Ott Verdict (Week 2): Will Dhanush Enter The Top 5? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Dhanush and Nagarjuna’s Kuberaa managed to grow in the second week of its Ott run. In two weeks, the total viewership of the crime thriller stands at 6.2 million on Prime Video. However, the film witnessed growth from its debut week.

Only 0.3 Million Away From Entering The Top 5

Dhanush’s film is only 0.3 million away from entering the top 5 most-viewed films of 2025. If it stays in the top 5 most-viewed films of the week for another week as per Ormax charts, then it might surpass R Madhavan, Siddharth, and Nayanthara’s Test to claim the fifth spot.

Kuberaa Ott Verdict Week 2

Kuberaa, in its second week, garnered a viewership of 3.7 million, taking the second spot in the list of the most-watched streaming originals in India for the week of July 21 – July 27, as per Ormax data. It surpassed Ronth,...

Aap Jaisa Koi Ott Verdict (Week 3): R Madhavan & Fatima Sana Shaikh Still Roaring With Viewership Numbers! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh’s Aap Jaisa Koi is still garnering views on Netflix after 3 weeks of its streaming on the Ott platform. The Netflix original film is directed by Vivek Soni and produced by Dharmatic Entertainment. In three weeks the total viewership of the film stands at 8.8 million views.

R Madhavan & Fatima Sana Shaikh Enter Top 10!

R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh’s film enter the top 10 films of Netflix in 2025. It has pushed Officer On Duty out of the top 10 Indian films on Netflix in 2025. Meanwhile, it is now the 5th most viewed Indian film of 2025 on Netflix!

Aap Jaisa Koi Ott Verdict Week 3

As per the data by Netflix from July 21 – 27, 2025, Aap Jaisa Koi garnered a viewership of 1.4 million on Netflix against 2.6 million viewing hours...

KPop Demon Hunters, released June 20 and, at 80 million views, one of Netflix’s biggest animated films ever with chart-topping music to boot, had co-ceo Ted Sarandos singing its praises today.

The film “is a phenomenal success out of the gate. One of the things that I’m excited, really proud of the team over, is [that it’s] original animation — not a sequel, not a live action remake. Original animation … is very tough and has been struggling for years.” Leo, The Sea Beast and now Kpop Demon Hunters are original animation and “we’re super thrilled about that,” he said on a call after the giant streamer’s second-quarter earnings, noting the latter’s winning mix of music and pop culture.

“Getting it right matters. The storytelling matters. The innovation and animation itself matters. And the fact that people are in love with this film and in love with the music from this film,...

Ibrahim Ali Khan & Saif Ali Khan Rule Most-Viewed Ott Films Of 2025! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The year 2025 has offered some of the most-talked-about original films on Ott platforms. One of the most talked-about original Ott films currently is R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh’s Aap Jaisa Koi on Netflix. Next week, it will be Ibrahim Ali Khan’s Sarzameen – an original film arriving on JioHotstar! The list of the top 5 most-viewed Ott films in 2025 is ruled by Saif Ali Khan!

Saif Ali Khan & Ibrahim Ali Khan Rule Ott!

While Saif Ali Khan’s Jewel Thief takes the top spot, Ibrahim Ali Khan’s debut film, along with Khushi Kapoor, Nadaaniyan, takes the third spot in the same list! Netflix girl Yami Gautam rules at the second spot with Dhoom Dhaam, co-starring Pratik Gandhi!

Netflix Dominates The Top 5

Netflix dominates the top 5 list of the most-viewed Ott original films of 2025. Four...

Aap Jaisa Koi Ott Verdict: Top 10 Netflix Original Debuts Of 2024-25! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh’s latest arrival on Netflix has made a phenomenal debut on the platform, claiming a spot in the top 10 debuts by a Netflix original film in 2024 – 25. The romantic comedy has started a debate around patriarchy and barabar wala pyar!

Trending In 11 Countries!

The film is trending in the top 10 spots on Netflix in 11 countries in its debut week. While it secured the top spot in only two countries – India and Bangladesh, it secured one of the spots in the top 10 in Bahrain, India, Kuwait, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Singapore, UAE, & Mauritius.

Aap Jaisa Koi Ott Verdict

As per the data by Netflix from July 7 – 13, 2025, Aap Jaisa Koi garnered a viewership of 3.4 million on Netflix against 6.5 million viewing hours and secured 4th spot in the globally trending list of top 10 non-English films on Netflix,...

Raid 2 Ott Verdict (Week 3) On Netflix! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Ajay Devgn and Riteish Deshmukh led Raid 2 is enjoying a successful run on Netflix. It has previously surpassed Pushpa 2 and Sikandar among the most-viewed Indian films of 2025. The crime thriller is now only 0.1 million away from achieving two big milestones! Scroll below for the Week 3 Ott verdict.

Raid 2 Netflix viewership

The pace has slowed, given Raid 2 is in the third week of its digital run. Ajay Devgn starrer has slipped from the #1 to the #6 spot among the Global Top 10 non-English movies on Netflix. It garnered viewership of 1.8 million, suffering a 63% drop from the last week.

The Ott viewership of Raid 2 surges to 12.3 million after three weeks. Take a look at the breakdown below:

Week 1: 5.6 million Week 2: 4.9 million Week 3: 1.8 million

Total: 12.3 million

Trending The Traitors Ott Verdict (Final): Karan Johar’s Show Rules Like A Winner – Total Views,...

When Dilip Kumar And Vyjayanthimala’s Friendship Had Gone Sour (Photo Credit – YouTube)

The Hindi film industry is not uncommon with fallouts. However, some friendships that are destined to thrive often manage to mend their ways. One such bond was of Vyjayanthimala and the late Dilip Kumar. The duo was touted to be one of the most loved onscreen pairs during the 50s and the 60s. They also shared a warm friendship offscreen but they had an infamous fallout once which had led to their equation being tarnished for a brief period of time.

What Had Gone Wrong Between Vyjayanthimala And Dilip Kumar?

According to Etimes, Vyjayanthimala was originally cast for the 1967 film, Ram Aur Shyam opposite Dilip Kumar and had also shot for a few scenes of the movie. However, the producer of the movie, Nagi Reddy felt that the actress was being too fussy about things like her costume and jewelry.

The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 3 Ott Verdict (week 3):(Photo Credit – Netflix)

The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 3 drops its episodes weekly, and in the latest episode, Gautam Gambhir, Rishabh Pant, Yuzvendra Chahal, and Abhishek Sharma graced the show. Kapil Sharma’s show has once again dropped below the top five in Netflix’s weekly global list and has recorded the lowest viewership. Keep scrolling for more.

Kapil Sharma’s comedy is a hit among viewers, and it returned with a bang last month. The pilot episode of the latest season featured Salman Khan, while the episode was packed with Metro… In Dino cast members. Rohit Sharma appeared on the show in two episodes, generating 2.6 million and 1.6 million views in seasons 1 and 2, respectively. Unfortunately, Gambhir and co failed to outnumber Rohit’s episodes in terms of views.

The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 3 Ott Verdict (Week 3)

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Raid 2 Ott Verdict (Week 2) On Netflix (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Raid 2, starring Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, and Vaani Kapoor, was a success at the box office. The action thriller premiered on Netflix on June 26, 2025. It continues to dominate Thug Life and every other release, with staggering viewership even in its second week. Scroll below for a detailed Ott verdict.

Raid 2 Ott viewership on Netflix (Week 2)

Raj Kumar Gupta’s directorial continues its winning streak on Netflix. As per Tudum, Raid 2 has gained 4.9 million views in its second week. It has maintained its #1 spot with only a 12.5% dip in viewership compared to the debut week.

The crime thriller dominated other Netflix titles, remaining on the number 1 spot in as many as three countries even in its second week. It also ranked in the top 10 in a total of 17 countries. Raid 2 also surpassed Thug Life with 104% higher views. Kamal Haasan...

Kesari Chapter 2 Ott Verdict (Week 4)(Photo Credit –JioHotstar/Netflix)

Akshay Kumar led Kesari Chapter 2 could not gain the ‘hit’ verdict at the Indian box office. But the historical courtroom drama, co-starring Ananya Panday and R Madhavan, is a massive success online. It has surpassed Jewel Thief and every single premiere to emerge as the most-viewed Indian film of 2025 on Ott. Scroll below for a detailed analysis.

Kesari Chapter 2 Ott Verdict Week 4

Between June 30 and July 6, 2025, Kesari Chapter 2 was the second-most viewed film on digital platforms. In its fourth week on JioHotstar, it amassed a whopping 3 million viewership. At the #1 spot is Ajay Devgn’s Raid 2, which garnered approximately 5.5 million views on Netflix during the same period.

Kesari Chapter 2 has gained a total viewership of 18.3 million in the last four weeks on JioHotstar. It previously surpassed the viewership of every theatrical release that premiered on Ott platforms except Netflix.

Jaat Ott Verdict (Week 3) Update ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Sunny Deol’s Jaat has been entertaining viewers worldwide since it arrived on Netflix. It is still in the streaming platform’s weekly top-10 global list and has achieved an interesting feat with its total viewership numbers. It is on par with Pushpa 2 and is now one of the most-watched Indian films on Netflix this year. Keep scrolling for more.

The action-packed film debuted at the 4th rank on Netflix’s list in its first week, garnering 4.1 million views. However, it slipped below the list in week 2. It is also one of the most viewed Bollywood movies of 2025 on the streaming platform, and its views are better than those of Salman Khan-led Sikandar.

Jaat Ott Verdict Week 3

Based on Netflix data, Jaat slipped to #8 in the weekly global top 10 list from June 16-22. It has been on the list for three consecutive weeks.

Jaat Ott Verdict: Sunny Deol Performs Much Better Than Sikandar In Week 2! (Photo Credit –Facebook)

Sunny Deol’s Jaat has earned a good viewership on Netflix, and in two weeks, it stands at a total of 7.9 million views, taking the spot of the fifth most viewed Bollywood film that arrived on Netflix in 2025 irrespective of being an original or a post-theatrical release on the platform!

Sunny Deol Grabs Top Spot In 4 Countries!

The action comedy is trending at the number 1 spot in the list of top 10 films of the week in four countries – India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Malaysia! Apart from this, the film has found one of the top 10 spots in 23 countries this week, including Bahrain, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Qatar, Singapore, and others.

Jaat Ott Verdict Week 2

As per the data by Netflix from June 9 to June 15, 2025, Jaat in its second week, garnered a viewership of 3.8 million on Netflix against...

Sikandar Ott Verdict (Week 2)(Photo Credit – Instagram)

Salman Khan’s action-packed movie Sikandar had an underwhelming run at the box office but has finally arrived on Netflix. It has been in Netflix’s global top 10 list for two consecutive weeks but dropped to the bottom in week 2. Keep scrolling for more.

The movie was directed by Ar Murugadoss and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala. Salman and Sajid have collaborated for over a decade since 2014’s Kick. The film’s cast comprised Rashmika Mandanna, Kajal Aggarwal, Sharman Joshi, Sathyaraj, Jatin Sarna, Sanjay Kapoor, Prateik Babbar, and Kishore.

Sikandar Ott Verdict Week 2

Sikandar registered the third-best debut of the year on the streaming platform Netflix, behind Jewel Thief and Pushpa 2. Salman Khan’s film generated 5.1 million views in its debut week, securing the #3 spot. However, it fell flat in week 2 in Netflix‘s weekly global top 10 chart. For the week of June 2-...

Sikandar Ott Verdict: Salman Khan Settles At Number 3 In Top 10 Debut Weeks Of 2025! ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Salman Khan’s Sikandar has arrived on Netflix and is garnering good numbers. However, interestingly, Bhai’s arrival on Netflix took the 2nd spot in India in the weekly ranking, standing behind Nani’s Hit 3, which took the top spot!

Salman Khan Takes Top Spot Not In India But Pakistan & 8 Countries

Directed by Ar Murugadoss, Salman Khan‘s film is trending at the number 1 spot in nine countries on Netflix in the top 10 non-English films of the week – Bangladesh, Bahrain, Maldives, Malaysia, Oman, Pakistan, UAE, Nigeria, & Mauritius! It is, however, roaring in the top 10 non-English films of the week on Netflix in 27 countries.

Sikandar Ott Verdict

The film started streaming on Netflix on May 25. As per the weekly data by Netflix from May 26 to June 1, Sikandar garnered a viewership of 5.1 million on Netflix...

The Diplomat Ott Verdict: Enter Top 5 Most-Viewed Hindi Films Of 2025 On Netflix! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

John Abraham’s The Diplomat has finally found love on Netflix, and after a lukewarm start in its debut week, the political thriller continues to give up its spot, which has been claimed in the top 10 non-English films trending on Netflix last week!

Number 1 Film In 4 Countries

Helmed by Shivam Nair, John Abraham‘s film is trending at the number 1 spot in four countries on Netflix in the top 10 non-English films of the week – India, Bangladesh, Maldives, and Sri Lanka. It is, however, roaring in the top 10 non-English films of the week on Netflix in 15 countries.

As per the data by Netflix from May 19 to May 25, The Diplomat in its third week, garnered a viewership of 2.4 million on Netflix against 5.4 million viewing hours and secured the 4th spot in the globally trending list of top 10 non-English films on Netflix,...

Jewel Thief Ott Verdict (Week 2): Most Watched Film Of 2025 On Netflix Already! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

It is another week, and Jewel Thief has created history as the most-watched Indian film on Netflix already! Saif Ali Khan’s heist drama is trending at the number 1 spot in four countries on Netflix in the top 10 non-English films of the week – India, Bangladesh, Maldives, and Pakistan. However, it has taken a spot in the top 10 non-English films this week in not 10 or 20 but 60 countries worldwide, including Hong Kong, Israel, Singapore, UAE, Morocco, Egypt, Australia, Jamaica, Vietnam, Brazil, Colombia, and others.

Saif Ali Khan’s Film Beats Pushpa 2

In the second week, the heist drama, also starring Kunal Kapoor and Jaideep Ahlawat, has managed to bring 71.2% higher views than the lifetime viewership of Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2 on Netflix. Meanwhile, Saif Ali Khan’s film has also surpassed Dhoom Dhaam, the most-watched original film to date.

Jewel Thief Actor Kunal Kapoor Opens Up About Working in Films that Transcend Language Barriers: The whole country is our playground, every story worth telling is our story

Kunal Kapoor is currently creating quite a buzz in the industry. With several exciting projects in the pipeline, he’s currently seen in a heist drama, Jewel Thief. While he has several interesting projects lined up Kunal Kapoor took a moment to talk about working in films that transcend language barriers. He highlighted the creative freedom of Indian storytellers and emphasized that the vision of filmmakers and actors should transcend regional divides.

Kunal Kapoor said, “I am an Indian actor shooting films in different Indian industries. I don’t view cinema through the lens of North, South, East, or West. These regional divisions serve political interests, not artistic ones. The politicians are the ones who benefit from such regionalism. As creative people,...

There was a lot of activity on the streaming platform in April, not much of it of any validity beyond the immediate, let alone staying power. Most of all, April 2025 would be remembered as the month when Netflix India hit the rock bottom of creativity with Jewel Thief, a film so inexcusably awful it would take analysts years to unravel its layers of mediocrity.

A question Netflix should be asking is, how did something so putrid get approved? Producers and actors with clout should think before committing themselves to such crimes of creativity. Remember, if you think only of the zeroes on the cheque, you soon end up as a zero.

Amazon’s Test, though a masterpiece compared with Jewel Thief, was more a test of our patience. A potentially promising plot squandered in vapid direction.

Amit Golani’s Logout was a better product than the other Ott feature films in April,...

Netflix might have just delivered a gift for cinema fans in the form of a Hitchcock collection, but it's also yet to make up for the horrible "The Electric State," its most expensive movie and the Russo brothers' worst. More in the way of Hitchcock compendiums might well help in that regard, but not if the streamer also keeps churning out things like the Indian heist thriller "Jewel Thief -- The Heist Begins."

Must-see actioner "Rrr" gained international attention in 2022, becoming a box office smash and even winning a Best Original Song Oscar. It then expanded its audience when it hit Netflix in the U.S., and ever since, there's been a steady stream of Indian actioners finding their way onto the streamer domestically. It should be noted that there's also been an array of decent offerings from the country. In 2023, for example, the Indian crime drama "Jaane Jaan" broke...

The Bhootnii Movie Review Rating:

Star Cast: Sanjay Dutt, Mouni Roy, Sunny Singh, Palak Tiwari

Director: Sidhaant Sachdev

The Bhootnii Movie Review(Photo Credit –Facebook)

What’s Good: The occasional one-liner and (occasionally again) Mouni Roy and two supporting actors in parts.

What’s Bad: The rest!

Loo Break: Lots of opportunities

Watch or Not?: Don’t think so

Language: Hindi

Available On: Theatrical release

Runtime: 130 Minutes

User Rating:

A Virgin Tree in Delhi’s St. Vincent College of Arts and Culture is worshipped every Valentine’s Day by those thirsting for true love. On every Holika Dahan Day, a few weeks later, however, a student commits suicide and his soul is “taken away” by a spirit residing there.

The college management is flummoxed, and as their reputation is at stake, they call in a ghostbuster, Baba (Sanjay Dutt), who comes in with his sophisticated gadgetry to decipher the mystery.

Jewel Thief Ott Verdict: Saif Ali Khan Axes Every Single Indian Film On Netflix! (Photo Credit –Netflix)

A record has been created on Netflix with the arrival of Jewel Thief starring Saif Ali Khan, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Kunal Kapoor. The film has surpassed the debut week viewership of every single Indian film on Netflix that arrived since the last year!

Trending In 56 Countries

Saif Ali Khan’s heist drama is trending at the number 1 spot in six countries on Netflix in the top 10 non-English films of the week – Bangladesh, Bahrain, Pakistan, Maldives, UAE, and Mauritius. It is, however, roaring in the top 10 non-English films of the week on Netflix in 56 countries.

Jewel Thief Ott Verdict

As per the data by Netflix from April 21 to April 27, Jewel Thief, in its debut week, garnered a viewership of 7.8 million on Netflix against 15.4 million viewing hours and secured the 3rd spot in the globally...

When Saif Ali Khan Revealed Whether He Gets Jealous Of Kareena Kapoor’s Success (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor are among the most influential and admired couples in the film industry, often setting relationship goals with their charm and grace. Given their shared careers in showbiz, they are no strangers to the highs and lows of success and failure. In an industry where insecurities can easily surface, especially when one partner enjoys a box office hit while the other faces a setback, ego clashes are not uncommon. Saif once opened up about handling such situations, particularly when he experiences failure while Kareena rides a wave of success. Keep scrolling for more.

They were both in serious relationships before choosing to spend their lives together. Kareena and Saif fell in love on the sets of Tashan. He was previously married to Amrita Singh and has two kids,...

Bollywood used to make fun crime movies. This is the country of “Don,” of “Bunty Aur Babli” of not one but three “Dhoom” movies. Heck, Netflix’s recent “Dhoom Dhaam” (unrelated to the aforementioned franchise) threw its hat in the ring to respectable results. And while those other examples may be from a bygone era of joyful abandon, the current moment leaves a lot to be desired.

In its defense, Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal’s “Jewel Thief” does not purport to be any kind of caper, but the self-serious wannabe action drama in its place leaves much to be desired. One can’t fault producer Siddharth Anand for committing to more of the same after the success of projects like “Pathaan,” “War,” and “Tiger” — but those were theatrical releases, unlike this one, and did not star Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat.

Khan plays Rehan Roy, a notorious jewel...

In what is a double-first for the versatile Saif Ali Khan, he will be playing a blind man in the prolific Priyadarshan’s next.

Saif has never played a blind man, nor has he worked with Priyadarshan, although both have been in the Indian entertainment industry for about 25 years.

Confirming this development, Saif says, “Yes, I am doing a film with Priyadarshan next. I play a blind guy. It’s very exciting.”

For a long time, Priyadarshan has wanted to work with Saif. They have finally zeroed in on a script that they both like—and it is Not a comedy but a thriller.

Says Priyadarshan, “I’ve always liked Saif’s screen presence. I was waiting for something suitable to do with him.”

Saif will be seen next in Netflix’s Jewel Thief, a heist drama where he co-stars with Jaideep Ahlawat.

Stay tuned for more!

Starring Saif Ali Khan as the thief, Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins is set to begin streaming on Netflix on April 25th. Directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal, Jewel Thief is a thrill-filled heist flick that also features Jaideep Ahlawat (who can dance!) Kunal Kapoor and Nikita Dutta.

Starring Saif Ali Khan as Rehan Roy — a charming and cunning thief with wits as sharp as his moves — and Jaideep Ahlawat as Rajan Aulakh, a cool and calculated mafia boss, Kunal Kapoor as Vikram Patel, a relentless detective determined to catch the thief red-handed, and Nikita Dutta as Farah, who has stolen a different kind of jewel, Rehan Roy’s heart. As loyalties shift and motives blur, the race begins for the ultimate prize: the coveted African Red Sun jewel. Buckle up for a high-stakes game of power, pride, and romance infused with an adrenaline-fueled chase.

The newest track, the love song,...

Costao Trailer Review(Photo Credit –Facebook)

The makers of the Nawazuddin Siddiqui starrer ZEE5 film Costao unveiled the trailer of the movie. The gritty crime thriller has Siddiqui playing a no-nonsense customs officer named Costao Fernandes who is on a deadly mission to unravel a gold smuggling case. However, he soon faces several obstacles in the way but nothing big enough to shake his determination.

Costao Trailer Review

The Costao trailer begins with the introduction of Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s character, Costao Fernandes. He is a former naval officer-turned customs official. We are hinted that he has not attained a great success or value in life because he chose to abide by his rightful principles rather than to fall prey to corrupted methods.

However, his life turns upside down when he discovers a huge gold smuggling case which also involves a corrupt official played by Kishore Kumar Huli. Despite knowing the...

Ne Zha 2 Hindi Trailer Review: This Rowdy Rajkumar Arriving In India For A Havoc! (Photo Credit – YouTube)

Get ready for aafat, because kids this summer will turn into the disruptive cute little princes and princesses after they watch Ne Zha 2 in Hindi! The trailer of the Chinese animated film that took the world by storm with its box office performance has been released in Hindi, and I can totally understand why it has created havoc at the box office!

Remember the time when Shin Chan arrived in India in Hindi and later in other dubbed languages, and every single child in the country started looking up to him for inspiration for plans and tantrums? Now, another source for tricks and tantrums has arrived!

Ne Zha 2 Hindi trailer introduces a prince who arrives with a suave assurance – ‘Ladna hai naa? Isme to main maahir hun!’ And the dialogues for...

"This is the puzzle that we have to solve." Netflix has revealed the full official trailer for a big time, action-heavy, adventure thriller called Jewel Thief - The Heist Begins from India. This will be launching as a worldwide premiere on Netflix streaming starting on April 25th this spring. A master jewel thief is hired by a powerful crime lord to steal the world's most elusive diamond: the African Red Sun. His perfectly planned heist then takes a wild turn, spiraling into a dangerous game of double-crosses and shifting loyalties. Chaos, twists, and unexpected alliances unfold in this high-stakes race making it a deadly game of deception and betrayal. The Jewel Thief stars Saif Ali Khan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Kunal Kapoor and Nikita Dutta. This looks as glossy and as cheesy as Red Notice or any of those bad Netflix movies, but with the addition of some fun song & dance numbers,...

Jewel Thief Trailer Review Out!(Photo Credit –YouTube)

The much anticipated Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins trailer is out now! Netflix has added yet another heist drama to its library and this time, it’s Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat at our service. Scroll below for our detailed trailer review!

First of all, thank god it is not another Bollywood trailer that is super lengthy and gives out a little too much. The 2-minute and 13-second long trailer begins with a menacing look of Jaideep Ahlawat, who’s after Africa’s most precious diamond, Red Sun, worth 500 crores. He seeks the help of a ‘don ko pakadna mushkil hi nahi’ types thief, played by Saif Ali Khan. But, of course, there are twists and tales – romance, betrayal, action, and a lot more!

Not only are the stakes high in the Jewel Thief story, but Netflix seems to have shelled...

Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins an adrenaline-fueled game of wits where deception meets danger—done in impeccable style will be released on April 25th on Netflix.

Produced by Siddharth Anand and directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal, Jewel Thief stars Saif Ali Khan as a suave con man locked in a high-stakes battle against Jaideep Ahlawat, who plays a formidable mafia boss. Kunal Kapoor and Nikita Dutta add flair to the ensemble, delivering intense action, razor-sharp suspense, and unexpected twists.

Earlier, Siddharth Anand and Mamta Anand said, “With Jewel Thief, we wanted to bring the scale and excitement of big-screen action to Netflix. It’s stylish, thrilling, and packed with entertainment — everything audiences love about heist dramas.”

We now have a new peek into the world of Jewel Thief because the first song, ‘Jaadu’, has dropped. Tinged with a 70s vibe, the song, composed by Oaff and Savera, with lyrics penned by Kumaar,...

Dev Anand Was Once Mistaken As A Taxi Driver( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Dev Anand was a beloved actor who was considered one of the most significant and successful in the industry. He was a trendsetter and a risk-taker known for his charm and mannerisms. Actors often face weird situations because of their profession, and something similar happened with Dev as well. A foreigner mistook him for a taxi driver, and that person even asked the actor to take them to the red light area. Keep scrolling for more.

He worked in the industry for over six decades and in more than one hundred movies. Anand was honored with the Padma Bhushan and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Some of his best-known movies include Baazi, Taxi Driver, Cid, Guide, Jewel Thief, and more. His last film, Chargesheet, came out in 2011. He was also the director of that movie. The veteran actor passed...

When Is Saif Ali Khan’s Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins Releasing?(Photo Credit –Netflix)

Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins, starring Saif Ali Khan and presented by Siddharth Anand’s Marflix Pictures, the creative minds behind War and Pathaan, is all set to arrive on Netflix soon! The movie, directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal, will show an adrenaline-fueled game of wits where deception meets danger.

In the film, Saif Ali Khan stars as a suave con man locked in a high-stakes battle against Jaideep Ahlawat, who plays a formidable mafia boss. Kunal Kapoor and Nikita Dutta add flair to the ensemble, delivering intense action, razor-sharp suspense, and unexpected twists. Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins will premiere on Netflix on April 25, 2025.

Speaking about his streaming debut, Siddharth Anand and Mamta Anand shared, “With Jewel Thief, we wanted to bring the scale and excitement of big-screen action to Netflix.

When Saif Ali Khan’s Director Gave Him A Moral Choice (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Saif Ali Khan is one of the well-established and most talented actors in the film industry. He is also very versatile in his art and has won hearts as a chocolate boy or in grey characters. Success did not come easily to him, as he was fired from his very first film only, and that too because of the moral choice imposed by the director. Scroll below for the deets.

Last month, the actor went through one of the most challenging times in his life when an intruder broke into his house and stabbed him multiple times. It was a burglary attempt, and Saif underwent multiple surgeries at the Lilavati Hospital. By god’s grace, he is doing fine and was discharged on January 21. His entire fan base got worried about him, and some of his...

Saif Ali Khan’s Jewel Thief, Sharmin Sehgal Faces Backlash, Vidya Balan’s Family Dance, Pushpa 2’s ‘The Couple Song’ – Today’s Top Trending News ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

It’s a mixed bag of news from the Indian entertainment industry today! While Saif Ali Khan is reuniting with director Siddharth Anand for Jewel Thief- The Red Sun Chapter, Deepika Padukone’s fans are celebrating the sale of her sunshine dress for a whopping ₹34,000. Meanwhile, Aryan Khan’s smile after Kkr’s victory has become the talk of the town, and Vidya Balan’s family dance party video is spreading joy online. On the other hand, Sharmin Segal is facing criticism for her alleged on-set behaviour.

In Telugu cinema, Jr Ntr’s role in Devara has been clarified – it’s not a double act after all! Fans are also excited about the sizzling chemistry between Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna...

Saif Ali Khan and Siddharth Anand, known for their successful collaborations on films like Salaam Namaste and Tara Rum Pum, are set to reunite after nearly 17 years for the much-anticipated action-thriller Jewel Thief. Fans have been eagerly awaiting updates on this exciting project, and recent developments have only added to the buzz.

Siddharth Anand Drops Pics with Saif Ali Khan from Budapest

Recently, the director of Pathaan, Siddharth Anand, delighted fans by sharing photos from the film sets in Budapest, Hungary, featuring himself with Saif Ali Khan. In the first photo, the actor-director duo is seen posing together, while in the second, they are deeply engrossed in conversation. Both were twinning in black t-shirts and denim pants, exuding a casual yet stylish vibe.

Though Siddharth hasn’t explicitly mentioned the film’s name, it’s widely anticipated that these behind-the-scenes glimpses are from Jewel Thief. Siddharth captioned the post, “Back...

The Mole will begin to be unmasked on Friday, June 28, when Season 2 of the Netflix reboot premieres. The show will unspool over three weeks, with three installments dropping each Friday.

EW.com was first to break the date news, as well as the announcement that the competition series is getting a new host: Ari Shapiro of NPR’s All Things Considered.

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Fighter starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone is a certified hit and as a treat for fans, director Siddharth Anand has released an exciting behind the scene video. The video takes the audience inside the first script table read and features the director along with Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, Karan Singh Grover among other members of the film’s cast. Siddharth Anand can be seen explaining to the cast about their roles and their camaraderie with the other characters.

The audience can see Anand explaining the introductory scene of characters Patty, Minni, Taj, Bash, Unni, and Sukhi. We also see Anand elaborate on the ranks and technical aspects of fighter pilots in the Air Force. As soon as the video was shared, fans showered the comment section with praises for the film. “Most Cool entry scene of Hrithik Roshan ” writes a fan while another mentioned, “Fighter was fab. All the hard work paid off.

Makers Dropped The First Glimpse of Fighter’s BTS. (Photo Credit – IMDb)

Siddharth Anand’s Fighter became the champion of the box office with its mega action potential and a sensational new paring of Hrithik Roshan & Deepika Padukone. After a successful flight at the box office, there is a lot of anticipation for a potential sequel. Now, the makers are giving the fans a behind-the-scenes look into the making of the 350+ Crore aerial thriller.

With the release of a video, fans of the hit Fighter were in for a real treat. The video takes viewers inside the first script reading session for Siddharth Anand‘s latest directorial. It features the director, Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, Karan Singh Grover, and other cast members. Siddharth Anand can be seen explaining to the cast their roles and relationships with the other characters.

The aerial action thriller marked the third collaboration between Hrithik and...

Renowned veteran actress Vyjayanthimala Bala was honored with the Padma Vibhushan, the second-highest civilian award, for her exceptional contributions. President Droupadi Murmu conferred the award upon the 90-year-old actress at the Rashtrapati Bhawan.

Vyjayanthimala, a luminary of Indian cinema’s golden era, mesmerized audiences with her acting prowess and graceful dance performances. Her illustrious career includes iconic films like “Devdas,” “Naya Daur,” “Aasha,” and “Jewel Thief,” spanning multiple languages including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Bengali.

President Droupadi Murmu presents Padma Vibhushan in the field of Art to Dr. Vyjayantimala Bali. She is a renowned Bharatanatyam dancer and played leading roles in popular Hindi and Tamil movies. She is the recipient of numerous awards and honours. Dr. Vyjayantimala Bali has also… pic.twitter.com/HaPEUZbY4o

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) May 9, 2024

Having received the Padma Shri in 1968, this latest recognition underscores her enduring legacy and immense impact on Indian cinema.

Mumbai, Sep 26 (Ians) On the occasion of the 100th birth anniversary of one of the greatest and most successful actors in the history of Indian cinema – Dev Anand, veteran actress Saira Banu shared a few fond memories with the former, revealing how he used to forward roles to her in his movies.

Saira, who has become an ardent social media user, took to photo-sharing application Instagram and shared a black and white throwback picture with Dev Anand. She also posted two video clips from their movie ‘Pyar Mohabbat’.

The actress penned a long note, which read: “Happy 100th Birthday! In the 1955 film ‘C.I.D.’ Dev Saab wanted to cast my mother Naseemji but at that time Sultan bhai and I were schooling in London and she had to be there with us, so she declined. Shakilaji did the same role. A similar thing happened in the 1958 film ‘Kaala Paani’ where Naseemji...

Mumbai, Sep 26 (Ians) On the occasion of the 100th birth anniversary of one of the greatest and most successful actors in the history of Indian cinema – Dev Anand, veteran actress Saira Banu shared a few fond memories with the former, revealing how he used to forward roles to her in his movies.

Saira, who has become an ardent social media user, took to photo-sharing application Instagram and shared a black and white throwback picture with Dev Anand. She also posted two video clips from their movie ‘Pyar Mohabbat’.

The actress penned a long note, which read: “Happy 100th Birthday! In the 1955 film ‘C.I.D.’ Dev Saab wanted to cast my mother Naseemji but at that time Sultan bhai and I were schooling in London and she had to be there with us, so she declined. Shakilaji did the same role. A similar thing happened in the 1958 film ‘Kaala Paani’ where Naseemji...

Actress Divya Dutta is celebrating over 100 years of the Bollywood legend Dev Anand. To mark the occasion, she went to watch the actor’s iconic 1965 classic ‘Guide’, which to date is considered one of Bollywood’s all time classics and even a blueprint for romance-dramas in Hindi cinema.

Taking to her X (formerly Twitter), the actress wrote: “At 100 years celebrations of #devanandat @pvrcinemas_official , watched the iconic #Guide sitting right next to t graceful #waheedarehman ji..these moments are surreal..big”

“Thankyou @shividungarpur for giving the audience the magic of these iconic films on the big screen..”

The post was accompanied by a collage of her holding the book alongside a bunch of other attendees which included senior actors Jackie Shroff and actress Waheeda Rahman who was the lead actress in the classic.

Earlier, Amitabh Bachchan had also tweeted on Saturday on his X, writing: “He (Dev Anand) signified something that was endless,...

Actress Divya Dutta is celebrating over 100 years of the Bollywood legend Dev Anand. To mark the occasion, she went to watch the actor’s iconic 1965 classic ‘Guide’, which to date is considered one of Bollywood’s all time classics and even a blueprint for romance-dramas in Hindi cinema.

Taking to her X (formerly Twitter), the actress wrote: “At 100 years celebrations of #devanandat @pvrcinemas_official , watched the iconic #Guide sitting right next to t graceful #waheedarehman ji..these moments are surreal..big”

“Thankyou @shividungarpur for giving the audience the magic of these iconic films on the big screen..”

The post was accompanied by a collage of her holding the book alongside a bunch of other attendees which included senior actors Jackie Shroff and actress Waheeda Rahman who was the lead actress in the classic.

Earlier, Amitabh Bachchan had also tweeted on Saturday on his X, writing: “He (Dev Anand) signified something that was endless,...

Three-fourth of his 88-year-long life was spent in acting and of these, six and a half decades, over half, had Dev Anand playing the lead (romantic) role, even as his peers and even several of his leading ladies had moved on or out. In the process, Dev Anand ended up being paired against at least three generations of heroines, if not four, as he transitioned from his early days where his female co-lead was the bigger star to a time when most actresses were keen on working with him as he sauntered from success to success with that charming demeanour and the winning smile.

While most of his early heroines, say, Kamla Kotnis, who was cast against him in his debut “Hum Ek Hai” (1946), Kamini Kaushal, the heroine of his first hit “Ziddi” (1948), Khursheed Bano or Nimmi or Shakila will only be familiar to hardcore film buffs or movie historians,...