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When Aditya Dhar first announced the epic star cast of Dhurandhar, fans were seated. A spy action thriller featuring talented actors such as Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan and Akshaye Khanna in never seen before avatars -- how could this one be missed? While all the stars delivered, it was Akshaye who stole the show with his unmatched aura and unbelievable performance as Rehman Dakait. His chemistry with onscreen wife and Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai star Saumya Tandon also won seve
Hyderabad: With the release of the much awaited spy thriller Dhurandhar round the corner, all eyes are not only on Ranveer Singh's intense new avatar in the film but also on young actress Sara Arjun, the leading lady opposite Ranveer Singh in this Aditya Dhar directorial. The 20-year-old was primarily known for her work in Tamil and Telugu films prior to being cast opposite Ranveer Singh in her Bollywood film debut as the lead. Sara Arjun: a rising star Sara Arjun was born in Mumbai on June 18, 2005, and appeared on camera when she was a child. She started appearing in commercials at the age ...Read More >
Mumbai: Ranveer Singh is back and how! On his 40th birthday, the first look and teaser of his much-anticipated film Dhurandhar dropped, and it has already taken the internet by storm. Directed by Uri fame Aditya Dhar, this action-packed spy thriller promises a gripping ride -- with a few surprises along the way. Dhurandhar boasts an impressive cast: Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R. Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal -- all in never-seen-before avatars. The teaser, loaded with action, mystery, and powerful background music by Shashwat, has caught everyone's attention. Although the story ...Read More >
Puri: Lord Jagannath and His Siblings Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra were adorned with 208 kg gold ornaments during the 'Suna Besha' ritual on chariots Sunday, an integral part of the annual Rath Yatra festival in Puri. The devotees can have 'darshan' of the deities from 6.30 pm to 11 pm, said the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA). According to temple sources, the deities adorn around 30 different designs of ornaments which include gold, diamond, silver and other precious metals. "Initially, around 138 designs of ornaments were used during the era of King Kapilendra Deb in 146 ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): The International Film Festival of Delhi (IFFD) 2026 celebrated cinema and honoured the filmmakers and actors at the 'Night of Honours' event on Monday in Bharat Mandapam. From Mohit Suri to Ramesh Sippy, several artists were given awards for their performances and contributions to cinema. The cultural evening was marked by the presence of Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra and Governor of Delhi Taranjit Singh Sandhu. The ceremony opened with Vande Mataram, followed by the national anthem and lamp lighting by the chief guests. ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 5 (ANI): Legendary actor Anupam Kher, who attended the NMACC's third anniversary celebration in Mumbai, shared a light-hearted moment with Ranveer Singh and Vicky Kaushal, referring to himself as a "newcomer" alongside the younger actors. Taking to Instagram, Kher shared a selfie where he can be seen standing between the two actors, smiling as he places a hand on each of them. Alongside the picture, the Tanvi The Great actor wrote a playful note, praising their talent and energy. He also joked about being a "newcomer" even after doing hundreds of films. "E ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Makers of Dhurandhar, starring actor Ranveer Singh in the lead, along with Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, and Arjun Rampal, have unveiled the first look of the film on Sunday, marking Ranveer's birthday. Actor Sara Arjun of Deiva Thirumagal and Ponniyin Selvan fame will be seen as the female lead alongside Ranveer Singh. Directed by Aditya Dhar, Jio Studios and B62 Studios unveiled the electrifying 160 seconds first look of the film which exuded raw, relentless visual onslaught, blending mystery, grit, and high-octane action. Ranveer Singh looks nothing short of a fierce, b ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Dhurandhar: The Revenge continues its dream run at the box office, emerging as one of the biggest Indian blockbusters ever. The Ranveer Singh-starrer has already collected Rs. 961 crore nett in India within just two weeks and is inching closer to the Rs. 1000 crore milestone. Globally, the film has crossed Rs. 1500 crore, setting multiple records and dominating both domestic and international markets. Despite a slight slowdown after a massive second weekend, the film continues to perform strongly across theatres. Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan has now watched the film and shared h ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 3 (ANI): Fresh off 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' mega success, actor Ranveer Singh on Friday evening was spotted at third anniversary celebrations of Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in Mumbai. He looked dapper in what apeared to be a bandhgala suit. A light-colored pocket square added a subtle touch of sophistication to his outfit. Also Read | James McAvoy Calls Directing 'California Schemin' a 'Nightmare', Star Opens Up About Midlife Crisis and Scottish Roots. Due to Dhurandhar, Ranveer had been seen sporting long locks for quite some time, but to ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 16 (PTI) Bollywood star Shraddha Kapoor praised Aditya Dhar's latest directorial, "Dhurandhar", and said nothing can pull down a good film. Featuring Ranveer Singh alongside Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, R Madhavan and Rakesh Bedi, the film released on December 5 and has already crossed the mark of ₹500 crore with its worldwide box office collection. Kapoor penned a note on her Instagram stories on Monday, adding she had a "phenomenal experience" watching the film. "Truly terrible of @adityadharcfilms to make film like 'Dhurandhar'... and then make us ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Even as Dhurandhar: The Revenge continues to perform strongly at the box office, the makers recently made a small but important change after a scene from the film went viral for the wrong reason. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the action sequel has been praised for its scale and storytelling. However, a minor error in one scene caught the attention of viewers on social media. The moment featured Ranveer Singh as Hamza, also known as Jaskirat Singh Rangi, during an intense fight sequence. In a reflection visible in the scene, a cameraman appeared for a brief second. Many viewers noticed ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], April 5 (ANI): The makers of Prabhas upcoming film 'Fauzi' has issued a strict warning against the alleged leaked images from the sets of the film. They have urged people to "refrain from sharing or engaging with leaked content." Taking to their X handle, Fauzi makers have highlighted the alleged leaks from the sets of the movie. While issuing the warning, the makers have stated to take "necessary actions" against the involved parties. Also Read | Halle Bailey Opens Up About Single Motherhood and Son Halo Ahead of 'You, Me & Tuscany' Release. "It has come to o ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar is a high-octane spy action thriller starring Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna in the lead roles. The film also features Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal and Sara Arjun in important parts. Released amid massive expectations, the film has not only met them but has gone far beyond, creating history at the Indian box office within just twelve days of release. The journey began with a strong opening on day 1. As per Industry tracker Sacnilk, the film collected Rs 28 crore on its first Friday. On its second day (Saturday), Dhurandhar witnessed a ...Read More >
Anupam Kher shares his thoughts about Dhurandhar 2. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Anupam Kher on Monday spoke about the success of Dhurandhar: The Revenge * "People go to watch films because they enjoy them," he said * Anupam Kher recently attended IFFD 2026 Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode New Delhi: Anupam Kher, on Monday, spoke about the success of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, emphasising that audiences choose what they want to watc ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 30: Filmmaker Aditya Dhar's blockbuster "Dhurandhar: The Revenge" starring Ranveer Singh has raked in a staggering Rs. 1,365 crore worldwide since its release on March 19. The film's massive global haul has cemented its position as one of the biggest blockbusters of the year, underscoring Dhar's knack for delivering large-scale cinematic spectacles that resonate with audiences across markets. A tweet from the film's banner Jio Studios on X shared a day-wise break-up that the Ranveer Singh-starrer collected Rs. 867 crore in India NBOC, with a strong hold beyond its opening week, ...Read More >
Ranveer Singh evolves from Band Baaja Baaraat to Dhurandhar 2, blending Bajirao intensity, Khilji madness, Gully Boy heart and Simmba swagger into cult superstardom. Let's just say it... Ranveer Singh is having that moment again. With Dhurandhar smashing records and Dhurandhar 2 going even bigger at the box office, Ranveer isn't just acting anymore but owning the big screen. The intensity, the swagger, the larger-than-life presence... it's the kind of performance that turns fans into loyalists. ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 1: Rumours around filmmaker Aditya Dhar's ambitious 7.5-hour director's cut of "Dhurandhar", starring Ranveer Singh, have sparked curiosity online, with claims suggesting a limited theatrical release on April 5. As per reports, the extended version combines the duology 'Dhurandhar' and Dhurandhar: The Revenge' has surfaced through a CBFC certificate dated March 31, 2026. However, when IANS reached out to the makers, they were unavailable for comment. There is still no clarity or official statement regarding the ongoing news. As per a source close to IANS, this could also be an A ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) Indian cricket star Virat Kohli has heaped praise on the film Dhurandhar: The Revenge, describing it as a "cinematic experience" unlike anything he has witnessed in Indian cinema. Taking to social media after watching the film, Kohli applauded director Aditya Dhar for his creative vision and conviction, calling him a "genius." His strong endorsement has quickly added to the growing anticipation surrounding the project. Kohli reserved special praise for lead actor Ranveer Singh, saying the star has "attained a different level" with his performance. While ac ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Arjun Rampal is over-the-moon with the response he is getting for his first look in the upcoming film "Dhurandhar", which he said isn't like anything like he has seen before. Arjun said: "This film isn't anything like I have seen before. It's a well-researched and fantastically made film with every department of the unit putting in their best. I hugged Aditya soon after seeing the incredible outpour of love." The film also stars Ranveer Singh, R Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt and Akshaye Khanna. Arjun has pushed the bar by going all guns blazing as a grey chara ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Akshaye Khanna and Ranveer Singh-starrer Bollywood flick 'Dhurandhar' continues to dominate the box office, crossing the Rs 411 crore net mark in India. The film has broken 19 box office records, becoming the highest-grossing film for director Aditya Dhar and Ranveer Singh's biggest earner ever, surpassing 'Padmaavat'. The movie's second weekend saw a staggering Rs 143.50 crore collection, the highest second-weekend earning in Hindi cinema. Critics and audiences alike are praising Ranveer Singh's mature portrayal and Akshaye Khanna's performance. 'Dhurandhar' has also outperform ...Read More >
MUMBAI: It has been a dramatic week for Dhurandhar: The Revenge. Even as the espionage thriller smashes box office records, a piracy scare briefly threatened to steal its thunder after a full-length version surfaced on YouTube. The leak emerged on March 30 via a channel titled "A2z movie", which uploaded what appeared to be a cam-recorded print of the film. Clocking in at nearly three hours and 49 minutes, the footage was reportedly blurry but complete enough to spark spoilers and fan outrage online. Soon after, users on X began flagging the issue, explicitly naming the "A2z movie" channel i ...Read More >
Priyanka Chopra (L) Priyanka Chopra with father Ashok Chopra (R) ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Priyanka Chopra visited the Golden Temple in Amritsar on March 31 during Mahavir Jayanti * She shared photos and thanked the temple management on her Instagram Stories * A viral video shows her performing seva by washing utensils at the temple Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode New Delhi: Priyanka Chopra is currently in India, and her recen ...Read More >
"Dude - Stop spreading negativity!" Ameesha Patel said. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Zakir Khan remarked that major Bollywood players are jealous of Dhurandhar 2 success * Ameesha Patel criticised Zakir Khan for "spreading negativity" about Bollywood * She stated the film industry respects Dhurandhar and its success Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode After Zakir Khan took a swipe at Bollywood with his remarks around Dhurandhar 2 succ ...Read More >
The image was shared on Instagram. New Delhi: Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone stepped out for a dinner outing on Saturday evening. The couple was photographed on their way to a Mumbai restaurant. What's Happening * Several photos of the duo arriving in Ranveer's Hummer EV 3X have been doing the rounds on the Internet. * The luxury car is estimated to cost around Rs 4.57 crore. Ranveer, who turned 40 on July 6, had purchased the luxury vehicle as a birthday gift to himself. * A selfie of ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 1 (ANI): A strong box office run and widespread industry acclaim have positioned 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' as one of the biggest cinematic successes of 2026, with the film crossing the Rs 800 crore mark within just two weeks of its release on March 19. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the action drama has garnered praise from audiences, politicians, and film personalities alike. The film stars Ranveer Singh in the lead role, alongside an ensemble cast including Arjun Rampal, R. Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, and Rakesh Bedi. Actress Yami Gautam also appears in a cameo. Adding to th ...Read More >
Dhar's "Dhurandhar: The Revenge" released on March 19 and has already crossed the mark of ₹1500 crore at the global box office. It is a sequel to his 2025 directorial "Dhurandhar". The filmmaker shared a series of pictures alongside Nowlakha on his Instagram handle on Sunday and said the cinematographer was among the last to join the film. "Here's to Vikash Nowlakha, the eye, the instinct, and the soul behind 'Dhurandhar'. He was the last HOD to come on board 'Dhurandhar'. Just a few days bef ...Read More >
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], April 6 (ANI): The Bengali entertainment industry has announced an indefinite strike beginning April 7, escalating calls for stricter on-set safety measures following the tragic death of actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee. The actor died on March 29 after drowning while shooting for a television serial 'Bhole Baba Paar Karega,' as per the West Bengal Motion Pictures Artists' Forum. Also Read | Halle Bailey Opens Up About Single Motherhood and Son Halo Ahead of 'You, Me & Tuscany' Release. The decision was formalised by the West Bengal Motion Pictures Artists' Forum ...Read More >
The International Film Festival of Delhi (IFFD) 2026 celebrated cinema and honoured the filmmakers and actors at the 'Night of Honours' event on Monday in Bharat Mandapam. From Mohit Suri to Ramesh Sippy, several artists were given awards for their performances and contributions to cinema. New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): The International Film Festival of Delhi (IFFD) 2026 celebrated cinema and honoured the filmmakers and actors at the 'Night of Honours' event on Monday in Bharat Mandapam. Fr ...Read More >
Ever since Dhurandhar 2, also known as Dhurandhar: The Revenge, released on March 18, 2026, fans have been rushing to the theatres to check out the film. This is after the first part of the Aditya Dhar directorial, which came out at the end of last year, on December 5, 2025, became a massive hit among cinephiles. In Dhurandhar 2, the film's well-crafted plot, unexpected twists, suitably scored background music, and stellar performances by the actors have been drawing a lot of attention. Amid this, did you know that actor, Aditya Uppal, who played Lyari Task Force cop, 'Omar Haider' had initial ...Read More >
Dhurandhar 2 action director Oh Sea Young reveals how Ranveer Singh would take notes on fights Relentless action fuels the almost four-hour saga that is Dhurandhar: The Revenge. To bring his story from paper to screen, filmmaker Aditya Dhar roped in action directors Oh Sea Young, Yannick Ben, Aejaz Gulab, and Ramazan Bulut. According to Young, the film has shaped up as a stylised action fare for two reasons -- Dhar's vision and leading man Ranveer Singh's "obsession". "Ranveer is a beast -- pur ...Read More >
Mumbai: Actor Arjun Rampal is overwhelmed by the response to his first look from the upcoming film "Dhurandhar." The actor, who plays a grey-shaded character in the movie, shared that the film is unlike anything he has experienced before in his career. "This film isn't anything like I have seen before," said Arjun. "It's a well-researched and fantastically made film, with every department giving it their all. I hugged Aditya (Dhar) after seeing the incredible outpour of love." Also Read: What Happened to Our Schools? Only 83 Students on Average per School in Telangana "Dhurandhar" features ...Read More >