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The wait for Mirzapur: The Film just got even more thrilling! The powerhouse trio Pankaj Tripathi (Kaleen Bhaiya), Ali Fazal (Guddu Pandit), and Shweta Tripathi (Golu Gupta) have officially wrapped the Banaras schedule of the much-awaited film. After two weeks of intense shooting in the vibrant lanes and ghats of Banaras, the cast and crew concluded a major leg of the film that saw huge fan excitement, with behind-the-scenes glimpses flooding social media. The team is now set to resume filming in Mumbai after Diwali, in early November. Pankaj Tripathi On Wrapping Banaras Schedule Of Mirzapur The Film Speaking about returning to Banaras, Pankaj Tripathi shared, "Every time I come to Banaras, I feel a deep sense of belonging. This city has a rhythm of its own: it is spiritual, raw, and alive. Shooting Mirzapur: The Film here reminded me why this world feels so real to all of us. Kaleen Bhaiya was born here in spirit, and every time I step into his shoes, it's like revisiting an old chapter with new meaning. The warmth and curiosity of people here always make the experience special." Ali Fazal Says Banaras Schedule Was Charged With Energy Ali Fazal added, "Banaras carries its own kind of madness, and that madness is a big part of Guddu's journey too. Being back here felt nostalgic yet fresh. We've lived with these characters for years, but every new story brings a new challenge. This leg was charged with energy, emotion, and a lot of love from fans who showed up at every corner to watch us film. It's inspiring to see how deeply Mirzapur has connected with people across generations." Sharing her thoughts, Shweta Tripathi Sharma said, "Banaras has given me so much as an actor. it's almost poetic that I keep finding myself here for roles that define me. Golu's journey has been one of transformation and inner strength, and shooting in Banaras makes that emotion feel real. The people here treat Mirzapur as their own story, and that's such a rare and beautiful thing to witness. This schedule was intense, emotional, and full of gratitude. Now I'm looking forward to taking that same energy to our next schedule in Mumbai." About Mirzapur The Film Backed by Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment, it is a cinematic adaptation of the popular Prime Video series and will bring back the original cast, except Vikrant Massey. The big-screen adaptation is slated for a 2026 theatrical release across India before making its way to OTT platforms. The film marks the return of the lead actors from the series, like Pankaj Tripathi as Kaleen Bhaiya, Ali Fazal as Guddu, Divyenndu as Munna Bhaiya, Abhishek Banerjee as Compounder, Rasika Dugal as Beena Tripathi, Shweta Tripathi as Golu Gupta. Adding to the cast is Jitendra Kumar, who will be replacing Vikrant Massey in Mirzapur: The Film, as well as Ravi Kishan and Mohit Malik in significant roles. Meanwhile, yesterday, Sonal Chauhan also confirmed that she has joined the cast of the film.
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 27 (ANI): Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly met with Bollywood stars Aditya Roy Kapur and Sara Ali Khan in Kolkata on Thursday. The actors, who visited the city of Joy to promote their film 'Metro...In Dino', had a homely visit at Dada's residence, where they were treated to some scrumptious meals. Also Read | 'Bepanaah' Teaser Out: Tiger Shroff Gives Fans a Sneak Peek of Upcoming Song With Captivating Instagram Teaser. Several pictures from their warm meeting surfaced online. Have a look at them Ganguly also watched the trailer of 'Metro...In Dino', a ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) The makers of the upcoming film, "Tanvi The Great" have released the trailer of the film. The trailer offers a glimpse into the world of "Tanvi The Great," introducing Tanvi -- a unique girl whose strength and determination set her apart. Set against a backdrop of love, loss, and resilience, the film stands as a powerful ode to the enduring spirit of hope and courage. Speaking about the film, National Award-winning actor Anupam Kher shared, "Everyone who watches Tanvi The Great will walk away a little kinder perhaps even changed. This film is my tribute to eve ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 11 (PTI) "Kuberaa", featuring Tamil actor Dhanush, is set to have its OTT debut on Prime Video on July 18, the streaming platform announced on Friday. Helmed by director Sekhar Kammula of "Dollar Dreams", "Anand" and "Happy Days" fame, the film also features Telugu star Nagarjuna, Rashmika Mandanna, Jim Sarab and Dalip Tahil in pivotal roles. It released in theatres on June 20. Prime Video shared the announcement on its X handle. "A simple man, and the not so simple journey of his redemption arc. #KuberaaOnPrime, July 18," read the caption. "Kuberaa" centers around Deva (Dha ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Zain Durrani has shared that being an actor in the Hindi film industry is like being constantly on for a competitive exam. Talking about some of the toughest rejections or obstacles he has faced while trying to find his footing in Bollywood, Zain told IANS: "You don't come from having learnt to face the rejections here. You learn by facing them day in and day out. Being an actor is like you're constantly on for competitive exams and whether you have a job or not, you're onto another test." He added: "And you could have been great and fit for one and totall ...Read More >
Moradabad (UP), Aug 1 (PTI) The Moradabad district administration has cancelled the allotment of a government bungalow granted to former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mulayam Singh Yadav. The Samajwadi Party (SP) has been asked to vacate the premises within 30 days. The bungalow, located in the posh Civil Lines area near the Police Training College (PTC II), was allotted to the SP patriarch 31 years ago. Spread across nearly 1,000 square meters on Nazul land, the property serves as the local SP office. District Magistrate Anuj Singh said the property is needed for housing officers and other ...Read More >
Mumbai, Aug 25: Ahead of the release of 'Songs of Paradise' film, the makers on Monday treated fans to a captivating trailer of the film. Created by Danish Renzu, 'Songs of Paradise' is inspired by the music, life, and journey of Padma Shri awardee, Raj Begum. With this project, the makers have paid a tribute to the treasured voice of Kashmir and its first female playback singer, who paved the way for future generations of music artists from the valley. Presented by Excel Entertainment and produced by Apple Tree Pictures Production and Renzu Films Production, Songs of Paradise features Saba ...Read More >
Saba Azad, Soni Razdan in the film New Delhi: There was a time when women of Kashmir were not allowed to sing or dance. Being a professional singer was a distant dream in the land of paradise. But who can stop a woman who is bent on defying societal norms; how the society can mute a voice which is instrumental to usher in a change? Breaking Down The Trailer Saba Azad and Soni Razdan featured in the Amazon Prime film Songs Of Paradise, directed by Danish Renzu. The film is based on the life of ...Read More >
Sir OTT Release: The upcoming Tamil Action Drama 'Sir' is all set to premiere on 6th December in Prime Video. The film hit the theaters on 18th October 2024 and opened with positive response from the audience. The story of the film follows the life of a teacher who initiates a fight against the education system who want to turn the whole education system into a profit-making business. The Streaming platform shared the trailer of the film, the teaser begins with a man arriving in the village. The man is a teacher and has arrived in that village to guide the educate the students. However, as ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Viral Fever's (TVF) Panchayat has become one of the biggest and most loved shows on OTT. The series has once again struck a chord with viewers in its fourth season. Garnering immense love from across the country, Panchayat has achieved a staggering 7.8+ million views and secured its position as the most-watched show in India. Taking to their social media, TVF celebrated this milestone of Panchayat Season 4 emerging as the most-watched show in India. They also shared a caption that read: "Panchayat ne phir jeeta desh ka dil! From Phulera to your hearts, thanks for all the love! ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jul 11 (PTI) Actor Vikrant Massey says he is nervous about playing the role of spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in an upcoming biopic, tentatively titled "White". The "12th Fail" star said it is a tragedy that people don't know his contribution towards peace and the film will focus on that chapter in his life. "To play Gurudev, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, is a daunting task. I'm very nervous, and that chapter in his life is so phenomenal, but it's also a tragedy that a lot of people don't know about his contributions, not just to the art of living but through philanthropy. "His peace m ...Read More >
Upcoming Romantic OTT Releases In December: The end of 2024 will definitely end on a romantic note as some of the most popular romantic movies and shows are going to be released. These OTT releases are much awaited which is soon going to hit the digital space. From shows like Mismatched Season 3 to Kannada movies such as Murphy, everything to watch this month on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney + Hotstar, Zee5 and other streaming platforms. Bandish Bandit Season 2 (Prime Video) ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) As his film "Dil Dhadakne Do" turned 10, Bollywood's livewire star Ranveer Singh has shown immense reverence for Zoya Akhtar and used a reference from the film to showcase his bond with the director. Ranveer took to Instagram stories, where he shared a hilarious scene involving a "butter knife" featuring him, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Zarina Wahab, Rahul Bose and Anil Kapoor. For the caption he wrote: "ZOIE SUPREMACY I love you like Pluto loves Kabir. #10yearsofddd." "Dil Dhadakne Do", a family comedy drama film, which is directed by Zoya Akhtar, has a star-stud ...Read More >
Fatima Sana Shaikh reacts to dating rumours with Vijay Varma. Vijay Varma and Tamannaah Bhatia broke up after nearly two years of dating. Bollywood actor Fatima Sana Shaikh is set to release two films in July -- Metro In Dino and Aap Jaisa Koi. But the spotlight quickly shifted when she was photographed sharing a hug and laughter with her Gustakh Ishq co-star, Vijay Varma, outside a Mumbai café. The clip went viral, fuelling speculation that Fatima Sana Shaikh might just be dating Vijay Varma. ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 28 (PTI) Actors Jaideep Ahlawat and Nimrat Kaur are the new nemesis of Manoj Bajpayee's spy Srikant Tiwary in the upcoming third season of "The Family", streaming service Prime Video has announced. The OTT platform on Friday shared the first glimpse of the new season of the series, which will see Bajpayee reprise his character of Tiwari, a middle-class guy and a world-class spy. "The wait is over. New season. New mission. #TheFamilyManOnPrime, coming soon in 2025," Prime Video posted on its official social media handles along with the teaser. Created and directed by Raj Nidim ...Read More >
Mumbai: Filmmaker Anurag Basu-directed Metro...In Dino has raked in Rs 4.05 crore on its opening day at the domestic office, the makers said Saturday. Released Friday, the musical romance drama garnered mixed reviews from critics and audiences. "Exploring the dilemmas of love in today's chaotic world, 'Metro...In Dino' has taken a solid step forward at the box office with Rs. 4.05 Cr India nett on its opening day," the makers said in a statement. Life in a... Metro, which follows the bittersweet relationships of four couples in a contemporary setting, is a follow-up to Basu's 2007 movie Lif ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 7 (ANI): The popular series 'Panchayat' is all set to return with Season 5. After the huge success of the fourth season, Prime Video and The Viral Fever (TVF) officially announced the next chapter on Monday. Also Read | 'I've Earned My Place After Two Decades': Sharad Kelkar on Being the Highest Paid Actor on 'Tum Se Tum Tak'. The news was shared through Prime Video's Instagram page with a poster and the message: "Hi 5 Phulera wapas aane ki taiyyaari shuru kar lijiye." In the poster, all the main characters are seen smiling, giving fans a hint that the new ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Harshvardhan Rane, who was last seen in 'The Miranda Brothers', is heaping praise on the recently released film 'Saiyaara', and its team. On Saturday, the actor took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and penned a special note for the film and its makers after it witnessed a stellar opening day. He wrote, "Another melodious example of a love story shattering all myths and formulas of the industry. Honest heart wrenching love story wins again in 2025! #Saiyaara". 'Saiyaara', which stars Aneet Padda, and marks the debut of Ahaan Panday, is helmed b ...Read More >
New Delhi: After a long absence from the Hindi film industry, Priyanka Chopra Jonas is getting ready to return with a new project, much to everyone's delight. With the highly anticipated film 'Jee Le Zaraa' co-starring Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif, the renowned actress is getting ready for a successful return after a six-year absence. Though Priyanka is currently occupied with shooting the Prime Video series 'Citadel season 2', she has recently disclosed thrilling details about her next Hindi film ventures. She met with producers and examined screenplays, hinting at a promising project in an i ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 6 (PTI) Streaming platform Prime Video and Excel Entertainment have teamed up for their next supernatural horror series "Andhera". The eight-episode drama is written by Gaurav Desai, Raaghav Dar, Chintan Sarda, and Karan Anshuman, and directed by Raaghav Dar. Starring Priya Bapat, Karanvir Malhotra, Prajakta Koli, and Surveen Chawla, the chilling investigative drama with supernatural elements will be set in Mumbai where a fearless cop and a haunted medical student must take on this living darkness to avert impending doom, according to the official logline. Nikhil Madhok, dire ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 4: Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai took to social media to shower praise on Aamir Khan for his continued efforts to elevate the stature of Hindi cinema. Lauding his decision to release 'Sitaare Zameen Par' in theatres and hold off on its OTT release for six months, Ghai called it a move that brings "dignity to Hindi cinema." In his heartfelt note, the director expressed his happiness at how exhibitors across the country honoured Aamir as a "brave filmmaker" for supporting the big-screen experience and showing deep respect for theatrical business. Sharing a photo featuring Aamir Kh ...Read More >
Mumbai: Actor Vikrant Massey says he is nervous about playing the role of spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in an upcoming biopic, tentatively titled "White". The "12th Fail" star said it is a tragedy that people don't know his contribution towards peace and the film will focus on that chapter in his life. "To play Gurudev, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, is a daunting task. I'm very nervous, and that chapter in his life is so phenomenal, but it's also a tragedy that a lot of people don't know about his contributions, not just to the art of living but through philanthropy. "His peace methods, how h ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 12 (ANI): Anurag Basu new film Metro... In Dino is garnering the love of the audience and showing a steady hold at the box office. Released on July 4 in theatres, it follows four different love stories of couples--young, old, and middle-aged--living in a metro and serves as the spiritual sequel to Anurag Basu 2007 film Life in a... Metro. The film features Sara Ali Khan, Aditya Roy Kapur, Konkona Sen Sharma, Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Anupam Kher and Neena Gupta. Despite a modest start, the film has shown a steady hold at the box offic ...Read More >
New Delhi, Neeraj Ghaywan's "Homebound", horror-comedy "Stree 2" and hit shows like "Black Warrant" and "Paatal Lok 2" are among the films and shows nominated for the 2025th edition of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. IFFM, which celebrates the best of Indian cinema and streaming, on Monday unveiled its nominations list for the 2025 edition, which will take place between August 14 and August 24, in Melbourne, Australia. The IFFM Awards Night, during which the winners of the categories wil ...Read More >
Aasif Khan, known for his roles in popular shows like Panchayat and Paatal Lok, recently suffered a heart attack and was admitted at Kokilaben Hospital in Mumbai. The news sent shockwaves among fans and the industry alike, but the actor is now stable and recovering, according to hospital sources. He's expected to be discharged in a couple of days. Sharing his ordeal, Aasif took to Instagram to post a photo from his hospital bed along with a deeply emotional message that read: "Realising after w ...Read More >
New Delhi: After two decades Anupam Kher is back at director's chair with Tanvi The Great. The movie was released on July 18 alongside Mohit Suri's Saiyaara The film fell short at the box office as it fails to win audince heart. The film marks Shubhangi Dutt's bollywood debut, The film highlights autism and Indian Army has already garnered international praise during its festival run in Cannes, New York, Houston, and London. As per Sacnilk.com, the film earned less than half a crore on its opening day. Anupam Kher's directorial failed to impress audience despite of its moving story, According ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bombay High Court has now got its fifth bench, located in Kolhapur. The HC bench at Kolhapur will start functioning from Aug 18, as stated in a notification issued on Friday."I, Alok Aradhe, Chief Justice of the High Court of Judicature at Bombay, with the approval of the Governor of Maharashtra, appoint Kolhapur as a place at which Judges and Division Courts of the High Court may also sit, with effect from August 18, 2025," the notification dated Aug 1 said. The other benches of the HC are at Nagpur, Aurangabad, and Goa, apart from the principal bench in Mumbai.Lawyers and bar associa ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 30 : Oscar-winning composer MM Keeravani, who has composed the music for actor Anupam Kher's directorial 'Tanvi The Great,' shared how he instantly agreed to be a part of the project. Speaking with ANI, Keeravani, who is best known globally for his work in RRR, said that the idea of the film won his heart in just a few minutes. He also recalled receiving a call from Kher while travelling in Kerala. "When Anupam Sir called me while I was travelling in Kerala, he briefed me about the storyline for 8 to 10 minutes. Then, instantly, the storyline stole my heart ...Read More >
New Delhi: Superstar Rajinikanth's latest pan-India blockbuster Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has made waves across the country with its star-studded cast and massive box office success. Featuring special appearances from stars like Nagarjuna (Telugu), Upendra (Kannada), Soubin Shahir (Malayalam), Sathyaraj (Tamil), and Aamir Khan (Bollywood), the film was designed as a multilingual celebration for fans. The inclusion of Aamir Khan, in particular, was a major surprise element for audiences. However, amid the film's roaring success, rumours began circulating online alleging that Aamir ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 28 (ANI): Legendary actor Anupam Kher has joined hands with Excel Entertainment, led by producers Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar, for his directorial 'Tanvi The Great'. Ritesh and Farhan have come on board as the global distributors for the film. Also Read | Shefali Jariwala Dies at 42 Due to Cardiac Arrest: Sidharth Shukla to Puneeth Rajkumar, Celebrities Who Died Young Due to Heart-Related Ailments. Announcing his collaboration, Kher on Instagram on Saturday wrote, "Behind every great story are those who dare to believe in it and those who step in to ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 30 (ANI): The wait is over as the trailer of legendary Anupam Kher's directorial 'Tanvi The Great' has been unveiled. The trailer introduces us to Tanvi, a girl who is different but no less. Tanvi The Great is a 'testament to the unbreakable spirit of hope and triumph,' as per a press note. Speaking about the film, National Award-winning actor and director Anupam Kher shared, 'Everyone who watches Tanvi The Great will walk away a little kinder perhaps even changed. This film is my tribute to every person who is different but no less. It's the story of an au ...Read More >