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Salman Khan is set to unveil the trailer of Yash Raj Films’ Tiger 3 on October 16

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Salman Khan is set to unveil the trailer of Yash Raj Films’ Tiger 3 on October 16

Mumbai : Salman Khan is set to unveil the trailer of Yash Raj Films’ Tiger 3 on October 16. The makers revealed the time of the trailer drop to be 12 noon through an unseen image of Salman aka Tiger ready to tear apart his opponents with his iron chain-clad bare hands!

Salman reveals that the action of the film will be ‘raw, realistic yet spectacular’ and the new image sets the tone for what to expect from the trailer – Tiger will be on the hunt to destroy his nemesis with brute force. The YRF Spy Universe film, Tiger 3 is set to release on the big

Salman says, “The action in Tiger 3 is raw, realistic yet spectacular. It is simply out of the world. What I love about the Tiger franchise is that the hero is presented as the larger-than-life Hindi film hero who can take on an army of people with his bare hands! He is ok to shed blood and still keep standing till everyone around him is finished.”

He adds, “The heroism (of Tiger) is in him taking the challenge head on and not back down just as a real-life tiger would do when he hunts his prey. My character, Tiger, will never retreat from a fight. He will never give up till he is breathing and he will be the last man standing for his country.”

He says, “I like how Tiger has been presented on the big screen by YRF and that’s what has caught the fancy of the audience. They like to see Tiger in action because they know they will get to see some of the most gritty and coolest action sequences ever. I hope they love the trailer of Tiger 3 because it has some mad moments of outrageous action that people have seen to date.”

The internet is in a frenzy with anticipation of the trailer of Tiger 3, directed by Maneesh Sharma. This film is set to reveal the next chapter of how Aditya Chopra is shaping the YRF Spy Universe that has so far delivered a 100 percent blockbuster result at the box office. The YRF Spy Universe Films so far are Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan and now Tiger 3.

Prabhas, Deepika, Kamal Haasan To Unveil Trailer And Release Date Of ‘Project K’ At San Diego Comic-Con

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HYDERABAD: Film stars Prabhas and Deepika Padukone along with cinema veteran Kamal Haasan will be sharing an exclusive glimpse into the world of their upcoming sci-fi movie “Project K” at the San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC).

According to a press note issued by the makers, the Nag Ashwin directorial will be the first-ever Indian film to debut at SDCC.

At the Comic-Con, scheduled to take place from July 20 to 23, producers Vyjayanthi Movies will be hosting conversations and performances, providing audiences with a glimpse into India’s vibrant culture and awe-inspiring world of science fiction.

Haasan, Prabhas, Deepika and Ashwin will unveil the film’s title, trailer, and release date on day one of SDCC. The multi-lingual sci-fi film also features megastar Amitabh Bachchan and Disha Patani.

“India is the home of some of the greatest lore and superheroes ever written. We feel that our film is an attempt to bring out and share this with the world. And Comic Con gives us the perfect stage to introduce our story to a global audience,” Ashwin said in a statement.

Producer Aswani Dutt said they are proud to represent India on a global stage like SDCC.

“We are very proud to embark on this extraordinary journey. Joining forces with some of the biggest superstars of our nation, we are breaking new ground and pushing the boundaries of Indian cinema. This is a proud moment for all the Indian audiences who have been wanting to see Indian Cinema on the global map. Comic Con is that world stage for us,” the producer said. (PTI)

Jawan's Prevue, directed by Atlee Kumar With its release, the Shah Rukh Khan-starring movie generated plenty of talks and became a social media craze

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Jawan's Prevue, directed by Atlee Kumar With its release, the Shah Rukh Khan-starring movie generated plenty of talks and became a social media craze

MUMBAI: The highly awaited movie Jawan's prevue has finally been released! The action-packed Atlee film, which also stars Deepika Padukone, Vijay Sethupati, and Nayanthara, is scheduled to have the Bollywood megastar making his comeback as a hero. The prevue created waves on social media as soon as it was released. As fans and celebrities posted their reactions to the sneak peek, "Jawan Prevue" started to trend.

Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi also play major roles in the movie, which is the first time SRK and the Tamil director have worked together.

Following the prevue release, movie buffs found numerous similarities between Shah Rukh Khan's appearance in Jawan and classics like The Dark Knight, Baahubali, and Aparichit. For those who are unaware, director Atlee has already faced accusations of plagiarism. not just once, but multiple times.

Pathaan, Shah Rukh Khan's most recent movie, shattered box office records and generated excitement. The actor is currently working hard to prepare for his upcoming Atlee-directed film, Jawan, which will be released soon. The anticipation for the movie has been growing ever since it was announced. The enthusiasm among his fans has grown since SRK just revealed the premiere date for Jawan.

Sethupathi is the movie's antagonist, as SRK previously stated during an interview. The Jawan trailer will reportedly be affixed to the prints of Tom Cruise's Mission Impossible 7 even though the release date for the trailer has not yet been revealed. On September 7, the movie will be released in theatres as per reports.

The movie will be broadcast in Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi. Deepika Padukone will make a cameo appearance in the action-thriller, which is made by Red Chillies Entertainment. SRK will also appear in Dunki, directed by Rajkumar Hirani. Boman Irani and Taapsee Panny play crucial roles in the movie.

‘Adhura’ director praises young Shrenik’s maturity in acting, calls him ‘phenomenal’

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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, Shrenik has truly shone the brightest. Audience can not stop gushing about his impressive performance of an innocent boy-turned-into-a menacing kid.

Praising the young talent, director Gauravv said: “Shrenik aka Vedant, as a central protagonist, was phenomenal. Despite his young age, Shrenik displayed a depth and maturity in his acting that surpassed expectations. His ability to embody the complexities of a possessed child with conviction and authenticity is a testament to his remarkable talent.”

“The chemistry between Ishwak, Rasika and Shrenik, was amazing, adding an extra layer of intensity and emotion to the series. ‘Adhura’ is a story of a kid who was left in between, and Shrenik’s portrayal perfectly captured the enigmatic nature of this character. His performance has received great reviews, and audiences have been stunned by his exceptional acting skills,” he added.

Speaking about casting for the character Vedant, writer-director Ananya Banerjee shared: “Shrenik was locked out of a total of 200 kids during the casting process, and it was a blessing in disguise. He is a lovely kid who can act, embodying the perfect combination of cuteness and creepiness.”

“His physical attributes suited the horror genre perfectly, where innocence can turn into something eerie. From his eyes to his demeanor and body language, Shrenik possessed a unique presence. Moreover, he is an instinctive and intelligent child who diligently followed instructions and took note of every detail,” added Ananya.

‘Adhura’ is produced by Emmay Entertainment and is streaming on Prime Video.

Farah hosts party for Abdu, brother Sajid after their exit from BB16

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Bigg Boss 16, a popular reality show famous for exciting twists and turns, had recently witnessed an unexpected exit of Sajid Khan and Abdu Rozik from the show. Sajid and Abdu took voluntary exit from Bigg Boss 16 one after the other on Saturday and Sunday episodes.

After their exit from the show, Sajid’s sister Farah Khan hosted a small get-together for both Abdu Rozik and brother Sajid as they had quite a bond in the show.

A picture featuring the trio posing with burgers and a bowl of fries kept in front of them on a table is going viral. In another picture, Farah and Abdu made a heart with their hands and looked happy. “My 2 favourites this season of #Biggboss 16….sometimes it’s even better to just win hearts (three red heart emojis) (sic),” she wrote alongside the pictures.

Soon after Farah uploaded the pictures, her friends from the industry, including Malaika Arora, Yuvika Chaudhary, fashion designer Seema Kiran Sajdeh and others, dropped heart-shaped emoticons while expressing love.

In one of the prior episodes of BB16, during the family round, Farah arrived at the show to support her brother. The filmmaker broke down emotionally after seeing her brother.

Later, Farah tells Sajid that their mother is proud of him. She told Sajid Khan’s friends Shiv Thakare, MC Stan, and Abdu Rozik how she has found three more brothers in them.

Honour has made every Indian very proud: on Golden Globe win for 'RRR' track

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New Delhi, Jan 11 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday congratulated the "RRR" team after its hit track "Naatu Naatu" won a Golden Globe award and said the prestigious honour had made every Indian very proud. The song from the blockbuster film bagged the 'best original song-motion picture' award. It is the first Indian production to win a Golden Globe.

"A very special accomplishment! Compliments to @mmkeeravaani, Prem Rakshith, Kaala Bhairava, Chandrabose, @Rahulsipligunj. I also congratulate @ssrajamouli, @tarak9999, @AlwaysRamCharan and the entire team of @RRRMovie . This prestigious honour has made every Indian very proud," the prime minister tweeted.

S S Rajamouli's hit film "RRR" was also nominated in the best picture-non English category but lost to "Argentina, 1985". Composed by veteran music director MM Keeravaani, "Naatu Naatu" has been a rage ever since the release of the Ram Charan and Jr NTR-fronted "RRR" last March. "Naatu Naatu” is on the Oscar shortlist along with 14 others.

Bigg Boss 16' host Salman Khan schools Archana Gautam

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MUMBAI : In the upcoming episode of 'Bigg Boss 16', show's host and superstar Salman Khan will be seen reprimanding contestant Archana Gautam for the statement she made on Sumbul Touqeer Khan and Shalin Bhanot and their looks.

Salman asked Archana: "Archana you are flying too high with your attitude. For Sumbul, you said 'Shakal dekhkar rani raja banao'. Everybody in India knows this face and because of this face, many people know her. Aap apne aap ko samajhti kya hain? For Shalin, you said 'he has a face like a dog'!"

Shalin tried to put his point but Salman asked him not to, before finally screaming: "I said not now!"

Salman Khan Gets Y+ Security After Threats From Bishnoi Gang; Akshay Kumar Gets X Security

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MUMBAI : It hasn't been long since Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala's unfortunate demise had rocked the nation. The singer was shot dead in Punjab's Moga district reportedly by Lawrence Bishnoi's gang. Later, there were reports that the Bishnoi gang has also been giving life threats to Salman Khan. And now, as per recent reports, the Maharashtra government has upgraded the Bajrangi Bhaijaan actor's security. Reportedly, Salman has been given Y+ security now following which four armed security personnel have been assigned for the actor's security.

For the uninitiated, Salman's father Salim Khan had got a threat letter in June this year. The threat letter read, "Tumhara Moose Wala kar denge (You will end up like Moose Wala)". Following this, a case for registered under Section 506-II (Criminal Intimidation) of the Indian Penal Code at the Bandra Police Station. In light of the security concerns, Salman Khan's fans have been upgraded. As per a report published in India Today, two guards will accompany Salman everywhere he goes, while two have been assigned to his residence. On the other hand, Akshay Kumar and Anupam Kher have also been given X security wherein there will be three security officers protecting them in shifts.

Meanwhile, talking about the work front, Salman, who was last seen in Chiranjeevi's GodFather, will be next seen in Farhad Samji's much talked about Kisi Ki Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan. The movie is said to be a remake of Veeram and will also star Shehnaaz Gill, Pooja Hegde, Jassie Gill, Raghav Juyal and Vijayendra Singh in the lead. Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan is expected to release on Eid next year.

Besides, Salman is also working on the much awaited third installment of the Tiger franchise with Katrina Kaif and Emraan Hashmi. The movie will have Tiger and Katrina will be seen reprising their respective roles in Tiger 3 while Emraan will reportedly play the role of a lead antagonist. The movie will mark Katrina and Salman's seventh collaboration after Maine Pyaar Kyun Kia, Partner, Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, Yuvraaj and Bharat.

RRR Japan Box Office Collection Latest Update

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RRR Japan Box Office Collection Week 1: SS Rajamouli’s RRR is going places. Literally. The film has now registered the biggest-ever first-week collection at the Japan Box Office where it was released on October 21 amid a great buzz. The film, starring Ram Charan and Jr NTR, has grossed over Rs 1100 crore worldwide and in Japan, it is running on over 209 screens including 31 IMAX across 44 locations.

As reported by Variety, RRR has collected around Rs 4.05 crore in its first week at the Japan Box Office which counts to JPY73 million and $495K. This means that the period drama is the first Indian film to have clocked such a massive week one in Japan. If it continues with its run at the Box Office, the SS Rajamouli-directorial will become Japan’s top third Indian movie. Currently, the third top Indian movie in Japan of all time is Aamir Khan’s 3 Idiots which grossed JPY170 million in its lifetime run at the Japan Box Office.

CHECK THE LIST OF TOP THREE INDIAN MOVIES OF ALL TIME AT JAPAN BOX OFFICE:

Muthu (Rajinikanth) – JPY400 Million (22.25 crore)

Baahubali 2: The Conclusion – JPY330 Million (18.36 crore)

3 Idiots (Aamir Khan) – JPY170 Million (9.46 crore)

RRR is also the only non-Japanese film in the list of top 10 movies at the Japan Box Office in the last week. Variety also reported that RRR will enter the profit zone by its second weekend and recover its total release cost in the country. Watch this space for all the latest Box Office updates on RRR!

'Bigg Boss 16': Salman offers Gautam captaincy but with a 'price'

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Mumbai: The upcoming episode of the controversial show 'Bigg Boss 16' holds a lot of shockers as contestant Gautam Vig will be seen taking up captaincy in return of all the ration in the house.

During the "saam daam dand bhed" segment on 'Bigg Boss 16', Salman will be seen offering captainship to Gautam, but it comes with "daam" - the entire ration of the house.

Gautam without thinking twice takes up the offer. The entire house is against him including his lady love Soundarya Sharma.

Housemates such as Sajid Khan and Priyanka Choudhary, among others, were in deep shock and said that Gautam should've thought about the house.

Gautam's reaction to that was that he said he did not think and I was under pressure.

After Gautam's decision to take up the captaincy in exchange of all the ration in the house, Salman did not have a reaction to it.

—IANS

Shruti Haasan to star in international movie 'The Eye'

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Mumbai, Oct 21 (PTI) Actor Shruti Haasan will be headlining the international feature film "The Eye", to be directed by Daphne Schmon.

The psychological thriller, which hails from Fingerprint Content, will feature actor Mark Rowley of "The Last Kingdom" fame opposite Haasan, reported entertainment news website Deadline.

Haasan also shared the news in a post on Instagram.

"Super stoked to be a part of 'the eye' with the loveliest team !!! Storytelling is my fave thing in this whole world and to be a part of this one is pure...

"@daphneschmon and @emilycarltoncarlton @melanie_dicks2 Thankyou for making me a part of this !! You ladies are so much fun with the super talented and caffeinated @markrowley90 and the kindest and magical @elpidou SIMPLY PUT This whole team is so wonderful and can't wait for you'll to see this," the 36-year-old actor wrote.

Haasan earlier featured in American series "Treadstone", which was set in the same universe as Matt Damon's "Bourne" film series.

"The Eye has a screenplay by Emily Carlton. The story centres on a young widow who travels back to the island where her husband died, to spread his ashes.

Upon learning the true nature of what may have claimed his life, she is tempted by a dark choice that could bring him back.

The cast also includes Anna Savva, Linda Marlowe and Christos Stergioglou. The movie will start shooting in Athens and Corfu later this month.

Haasan will next be seen in filmmaker Prashanth Neel's upcoming directorial "Salaar", co-starring Prabhas.

One of the biggest events of this year, Mrs India Inc presents Mrs India World 2022-2023,

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Mumbai: One of the biggest events of this year, Mrs India Inc presents Mrs India World 2022-2023, was held on June 15, 2022, at NESCO CENTER, Goregaon, Mumbai.

Navdeep Kaur, Mrs India World 2021 and National Costume winner at Mrs World in 2022, crowned Sargam Koushal as the winner and will represent India at Mrs World 2022, followed by Juhi Vyas as 1st runner-up and Chahat Dalal as 2nd runner-up. Sargam Koushal was adjudicated as the winner competing against 51 other contestants from all parts of India.

The Grand Finale of Mrs India Inc was hosted by Sachin Kumbhar. The esteemed Jury panel consisted of celebrities like Soha Ali Khan, Mohammad Azharuddin, Vivek Oberoi, Former Mrs World Dr Aditi Govitrikar and couture designer Masumi Mewawalla.

The participants went through grooming sessions, and seminars were trained by renowned experts and were assessed during multiple rounds that allowed them to showcase their talents to an eminent panel comprising pageant Director Mohini Sharma and the esteemed jury.

The semi-finalists were beautifully styled and designed by Pink Peacock Couture.

Presider Soha Ali Khan expressed her pride and honour to be associated with Mrs India Inc. She expresses, "- I remember the year when Rashi crowned the winner and then Navdeep. How would I feel when I see them as winners of Mrs India World? I take pride in being associated with Mrs India Inc. I am honoured to be a part of the jury where I see women from different backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs achieve their dreams. It feels great to see all the ladies standing up for themselves and are ambitious to bring the best in them, and all thanks to Mrs India Inc for providing such a platform for all the married women to showcase their talents and live their dream."

While preparing for the pageant, the participants went through intense sessions with renowned industry experts. Ramp-Walk expert Kavita Kharayat and Show Director Vahbiz Mehta, Hair and Make-up expert Cherag Bambboat, Skin expert Dr Pravin Banodkar, Holistic and Wellness expert Kamalrukh Khan, Dental expert Dr Noureen Hemani, Fitness expert Jinni Shaikh, Nutrition and Diet Expert Dr Varun Katyal came through to help these queens fulfil their transformation journey. —ANI

Gori Nagori: all about the new entrant to Bigg Boss 16 house

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She took social media by storm with her sizzling dance moves on the premiere of the show before getting herself locked inside the Bigg Boss house.

Bigg Boss 16 brought together contestants from different walks of life. Among others, the one who is grabbing great attention is popular Rajasthani dancer and performer, Gori Nagori whose original name is Gori Malik. She took social media by storm with her sizzling dance moves on the premiere of the show before getting herself locked inside the Bigg Boss house.

Gori Nagori was born as Taslima Bano on June 11, 1990 in Nagaur district of Rajasthan. She did her early studies from Ghotiya Higher Secondary School, Nagpur and holds an undergraduate degree in Arts from Jai Narayan Vyas University in Jodhpur. At the age of 9, she started taking dance lessons and has always been fascinated in taking up the art as a profession. But coming from a conservative Muslim family who struggled to make ends meet, it was very difficult for her to convince her parents about her love for dance. She had to fight with her family and society to build up her dance career all by herself.

Speaking about her passion, Gori shared, “People around me would always say dancing is a vulgar act and it shows my bad character but I never took the criticisms seriously. I started with small shows and continued my struggle.”

The Rajasthani dancer rose to fame in 2018, when she got featured in a popular Rajasthani song ‘Le Photo Le’. The song went viral and Gori became a popular face in Rajasthan. She has been an avid admirer of Shakira and often her dance moves are inspired by Shakira’s style. So, her fans often regard her as ‘Rajasthani Shakira’.

Bigg Boss 16 came as a big break to her career. She revealed that when the first call came to her from Big Boss, she mistook it to be a prank call. Then it took a series of meetings for her to believe it to be real. Apart from exhibiting her dancing skills, Nagori is focused on standing out in the Bigg Boss house showing her real self.

Talking about her strategy of handling fights inside the Bigg Boss house, the dancer shared that she has patience to deal with things calmly, but if someone purposely tries to provoke her, she knows how to give it back.

Gori also revealed the names of her favourite Bigg Boss contestants from the previous seasons. The list includes Shehnaaz Gill, Shilpa Shinde, Hina Khan, Manveer Gurjar and also Sapna Choudhary. Her dance videos often feature her matching steps with Sapna Choudhary.

The folk dancer has already started creating waves among fans and it will be interesting to see how long she manages to survive in the Bigg Boss 16 house amidst high-octane fights and daily dose of drama.

Amitabh Bachchan: India's ‘Shahenshah’ of social media engagement

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New Delhi, Oct 11 (PTI) There is his cinema of course, his forays into our homes through TV and the occasional interview. But the Amitabh Bachchan connect goes deeper with the indefatigable 80-year-old communicating almost every day on social media platforms as well as a blog, making him India's most interactive celebrity perhaps. That Bachchan, who celebrates his 80th birthday on Tuesday, handles his own accounts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram instead of handing it over to an agency or a PR team like many do makes his outreach personal, almost intimate. Shifting gears to remain relevant in ever changing times, Bachchan has a massive social media following -- Facebook (39 million), Instagram (31.4 million) and Twitter (48 million). Add to this his blog, an expansive, daily musings of sorts, he shares on Tumblr.

Bachchan started his Twitter account on May 18, 2010, a few months before he turned 68, an age when many are retreating into retired lives. In the days since, India’s star through five decades has put out 4,435 tweets, numbering each post – a prodigious output of almost one tweet a day. He is candid, respectful and sometimes argumentative in his interactions with his followers, whom he addresses as his 'extended family' or 'EF'.

Like his many avatars on screen, takes different forms on social media depending on the occasion. On festivals, he is the patriarch sharing photographs of deities. He is also an avid football and cricket fan, turning cheerleader for his favourite teams. The industry veteran often promotes films of his peers and colleagues. Last week, he shared the trailer of "Chhello Show", India's official entry for the Oscars 2023, in his tweet T 4429.

Ajay Devgn-starrer Maidaan' to release in February 2023

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Mumbai, Oct 1 (PTI) Superstar Ajay Devgn on Saturday announced that his highly-anticipated film "Maidaan" will now arrive in theatres on February 17, 2023.

Based on the golden years of Indian football, the movie tackles the true story of Syed Abdul Rahim (Devgn), who served as a coach and manager of the Indian football team from 1950 until his death in 1963.

Devgn, who recently won his third National Award for best actor for his performance in "Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior", shared the new release date of "Maidaan" on Twitter.

"Experience the true story of an unknown hero, Syed Abdul Rahim who brought glory to India. #Maidaan releasing on 17th February, 2023," the 53-year-old wrote.

The sports drama has been postponed multiple times due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It was previously set for release in June this year.

The film is directed by Amit Ravindernath Sharma of the Badhai Ho fame with screenplay and dialogues by Saiwyn Quadras and Ritesh Shah, respectively.

Maidaan also features Priyamani, Gajraj Rao and noted Bengali actor Rudranil Ghosh.

The film is presented by Zee Studios and Boney Kapoor, who serves as the producer along with Akash Chawla and Arunava Joy Sengupta.

Ajay Devgn, Tabu conclude shooting of 'Bholaa'

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Mumbai, Aug 27 (PTI) Actors Ajay Devgn and Tabu have completed filming for their upcoming movie "Bholaa", the Hindi remake of the Tamil hit "Kaithi".

Tabu shared the news of the movie's production wrap in a post on Instagram on Friday night alongside a photo with Devgn from the sets.

"Look!! We finished our 9th film together! #wewrap #bholaa @ajaydevgn @adffilms" the 51-year-old actor wrote in the caption.

The two actors previously shared screen space in movies such as "Vijaypath", "Vijaypath" (1994), "Haqeeqat" (1995), "Thakshak" (1999), "Drishyam" (2015), "Golmaal Again" (2017), and "De De Pyaar De" (2019). They will also star together in the upcoming film "Drishyam 2".

"Bholaa" is directed by Devgn, who earlier helmed films such as "U, Me aur Hum" (2008), "Shivaay" (2016), and "Runway 34" (2022).

The original Tamil film, which was written and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, revolved around an ex-convict (played by Karthi) who decides to meet his daughter for the first time after being released from prison but gets caught in a face-off between police and drug mafia.

Devgn is taking on the lead role in the Hindi movie, which is produced by his banner Ajay Devgn Fiilms, T-Series Films, Reliance Entertainment and Dream Warrior Pictures.

Kamal Haasan-starrer 'Indian 2' resumes shoot

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Chennai, Aug 24 (PTI) The team of upcoming film "Indian 2" is set to start shooting for the remaining portions on Thursday, director Shankar has announced.

The Tamil-language movie is the follow-up to the 1996 vigilante action thriller "Indian", starring Kamal Haasan.

Shankar, who also directed the first part, shared the update on Twitter as he shared the film's new posters featuring Haasan.

"Good morning Indians, we are glad to announce that the remaining shoot for Indian 2 is commencing today! Need all of your support and wishes," the acclaimed filmmaker wrote.

Haasan said he will join the production next month.

"Filming for #Indian2 from September. Wishing team @shankarshanmugh, #Subaskaran, @LycaProductions and everyone else involved a successful journey. Welcome onboard thambi @Udhaystalin @RedGiantMovies_" he tweeted.

"Indian 2" also stars Kajal Aggarwal, Siddharth, Rakul Preet Singh, Priya Bhavani Shankar, Bobby Simha, Guru Somasundaram and Samuthirakani.

The film is backed by Subaskaran Allirajah of Lyca Productions and DMK Youth Wing Secretary and MLA Udhayanidhi Stalin via Red Giant Movies.

Actor Suraj Pancholi used to abuse Jiah Khan, her mother tells Mumbai court

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Mumbai : (PTI) Bollywood actor Suraj Pancholi used to subject actress Jiah Khan, who allegedly committed suicide here in 2013, to physical and verbal abuse, her mother told a special court here on Wednesday.

Pancholi, who was in a relationship with the 25-year-old actress, has been booked for abetment of suicide in the case probed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). He is currently out on bail.

On Wednesday, Jiah Khan's mother Rabia Khan began recording her testimony in the case before special judge A S Sayyad.

Rabia Khan told the court about the actress's entry into Bollywood, her career progression and relationship with Pancholi.

Pancholi had approached Jiah Khan through a social media site and insisted on meeting her, she said.

Jiah Khan was initially apprehensive and reluctant , but the duo met for the first time in September 2012, Rabia Khan said.

At that time she sent some pictures .to me it looked like they clicked and had mutual interest However, in September she (Jiah Khan) told me they were just friends, she said.

Rabia Khan said her daughter's daily routine was "taken over" by Pancholi and by October 2012, the duo had started living at each other's house.

During her visit to their London home in November that year, the actress looked very happy, she said.

Rabia Khan said Jiah Khan then returned to Mumbai for professional work and was supposed to come back to celebrate Christmas, but did not turn up.

On December 24, 2012, Rabia Khan said she received a message from Pancholi, saying he got angry with Jiah Khan after a fight with a friend and that she (the actress) should forgive him and give another chance.

"At that time, I discovered that the duo had a violent fight," she said.

Rabia Khan said Jiah Khan decided to give him a second chance and the duo went to Goa.

However, in one of her phone calls Jiah Khan complained about being at a very strange place and not wanting to stay there, she said.

In Goa, he used to put her down in front of other friends and flirt with other women in her presence, Rabia Khan said, citing her conversations with her daughter.

Rabia Khan said Jiah Khan suddenly turned up in London on February 14, 2013, and looked sad.

According to Rabia Khan, Jiah Khan told her that Pancholi abused her verbally and physically, and also called her by "dirty names".

Jiah Khan's mother's testimony will continue on Thursday.

The actress, best known for her performance in Hindi film 'Nishabd' starring Amitabh Bachchan, was found hanging at her residence in Mumbai on June 3, 2013, by her mother.

Pancholi, the son of Bollywood couple Aditya Pancholi and Zarina Wahab, is currently out on bail in the case.

The CBI had alleged that a three-page note seized by the Mumbai Police, which first probed the case, on June 10, 2013, was written by Jiah Khan and it narrated her ordeal.

The note narrated Jiah Khan's "intimate relationship, physical abuse and mental and physical torture" allegedly at the hands of Pancholi which led her to commit suicide, the central agency had said.

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