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New Delhi: Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna's Diwali release Thamma continues to cast a spell at the box office. The fifth installment in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, the film hit theatres on October 21 and has now crossed the Rs 100 crore mark in India. According to trade portal Sacnilk, Thamma earned an estimated Rs 3.25 crore (net) on Thursday, taking its total domestic collection to Rs 108.25 crore. The film opened to a strong Rs 24 crore on its first day, raking in Rs 55.6 c ...Read More >
Veteran actor Satish Shah has passed away in Mumbai at 74. Known for his comic timing, Shah starred in over 200 films and shows. His career began in cricket before shifting to acting. He gained fame in 'Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro' and 'Sarabhai vs Sarabhai'. Shah's journey from sports to the stage and screen is remembered. Veteran actor Satish Shah passed away in Mumbai on Saturday at the age of 74. Known for his comic timing and versatility, Shah appeared in over 200 films and television shows during ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 27 (ANI): The passing away of veteran actor Satish Shah has come as a shock to his family and industry friends. To honour his legacy and remember his contributions, Shah's family and friends organised a prayer meet in Mumbai on Monday to pay tribute to the late actor. Shah, celebrated for his impeccable comic timing and memorable performances over decades, passed away on Saturday at the age of 74. The prayer meet for the late actor was held at Jalaram Hall ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 27 (ANI): After a successful theatrical run, Rishab Shetty-starrer 'Kantara: Chapter 1' is all set to be released on OTT. Produced by Hombale Films, the movie will be out on Prime Video in Kannada, with Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam dubbed versions, on October 31, 2025. Also Read | 'Mastiii 4': Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi and Aftab Shivdasani Return with Chaos, Comedy and Madness; New Poster Promises a Rollercoaster of Fun! (View Pic). Excited about the ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Parul Gulati, who will be seen alongside comedy king Kapil Sharma in "Kis Kis Ko Pyaar Karoon 2", says it feels like a reward for every small step that brought me here as the upcoming film is set for a theatrical release. The upcoming movie marks a major milestone in Parul's career as it will be her first theatrical release in Bollywood after having been in the industry for 15 years, on this, she told IANS: "It almost feels like life has come full circle. ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 26 (ANI): Veteran actor Avtar Gill remembered his longtime friend, the late Satish Shah, recalling their college and theatre days. Gill, who was present at the late actor's cremation, spoke to ANI and shared his thoughts about Shah's lively personality. "I have so many memories with him. We had known each other from our college days, even before we started doing films. It has been more than 50 years. We used to participate in drama in inter-college competi ...Read More >
Mumbai: Condolences and heartfelt tributes continue to pour in for the late Satish Shah since he passed away on Saturday. While his family, friends, and colleagues from the industry remained in solidarity at his cremation, the Bollywood fraternity has also offered their homage to Shah. Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan joined the line of tributes as he shared an emotional message. "Another day another work another quiet. Another of us passes away..Satish Shah, a young talent, has left us at ...Read More >
Mumbai, October 26: The funeral of the late actor Satish Shah was held at the Pawan Hans crematorium in the Vile Parle West area of Mumbai on Sunday. Several actors, and his friends attended the funeral to pay their last respects to the actor. His 'Sarabhai vs Sarabhai' co-actors Rupali Ganguly, Sumeet Raghavan, Rajesh Kumar and Ratna Pathak Shah were seen at the crematorium along with Ratna's husband Naseeruddin Shah, Pankaj Kapur, Supriya pathak and others like actor Deepak Parashar, Niel Nit ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Veteran Bollywood actor Satish Shah, known for his impeccable comic timing and unforgettable roles, passed away at the age of 74 due to kidney failure. The beloved actor, who had been battling kidney-related health issues for some time, breathed his last on October 25, 2025, at Hinduja Hospital in Mumbai. The sad news was confirmed by filmmaker Ashoke Pandit, who expressed deep sorrow over the loss of one of India's finest comedians. Throughout his illustrious career, Satish Shah ach ...Read More >
MUMBAI, Oct 25: Bollywood actor Satish Shah, whose very presence in films such as "Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron" and "Main Hoon Na" and sitcom "Sarabhai vs Sarabhai" elicited smiles and many a laugh, has died. He was 74. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The ever amiable Shah passed away at his residence in Bandra East in the afternoon, Ramesh Kadatala, his trusted aide and personal assistant for over 30 years, said. Ashoke Pandit, Shah's friend and industry colleague, also confirmed his ...Read More >
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led tributes to veteran actor Satish Shah, remembering him as a legend of Indian entertainment whose humor brought joy to many. The film fraternity, including FTII, Karan Johar, and Farah Khan, mourned his passing, highlighting his significant contributions to cinema and his mentorship. Shah, 74, died on Saturday from septic shock. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condoled the passing away of veteran actor Satish Shah and said the late actor will be remembered as a ...Read More >
Ayushmann Khurrana welcomed Aneet Padda to the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU) as the lead in Shakti Shalini. Aneet, who debuted in Saiyaara, appeared in Thamma's post-credit scene. Ayushmann expressed pride in her success as a fellow Punjabi artist. Fresh off the success of her debut film Saiyaara, Aneet Padda has been roped in as the lead actress of Shakti Shalini, the next big chapter in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU). Fans got a glimpse of her character in the post-credits ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 25 (ANI): Actors Rajpal Yadav and Rajesh Puri extended their heartfelt tributes to veteran star Satish Shah following his passing on Saturday. Speaking to ANI, Rajesh Puri, who shared an old friendship with Satish Shah and also worked with him in multiple projects, expressed deep shock over hearing the news. "We worked together even before I did 'Hum Log', collaborating on several TV shows and films. I wonder what happened to him. Earlier, we used to meet ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 25 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condoled the passing away of veteran actor Satish Shah and said the late actor will be remembered as a true legend of Indian entertainment. In an X post, PM Modi said Satish Shah's "effortless humour and iconic performances brought laughter into countless lives". "Deeply saddened by the passing of Shri Satish Shah Ji. He will be remembered as a true legend of Indian entertainment. His effortless humour and iconic performance ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 25 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Ayushmann Khurrana, who is currently basking in the success of his latest release "Thamma" has welcomed actress Aneet Padda into the from the Maddock's Horror Comedy Universe with "Shakti Shalini" and said "proud to see someone from Punjab making us all proud." Ayushmann took to his Instagram stories to congratulate and officially welcome "Saiyaara" star Aneet Padda into the MHCU with Shakti Shalini. The announcement of "Shakti Shalini" was revealed as part ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 25 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Rashmika Mandanna says her parents called her latest horror comedy film "Thamma" by far the best film of hers that they've watched and that her younger sister thoroughly enjoyed it, which makes her genuinely feel at peace. Talking about the reaction of her parents and sister on watching "Thamma", Rashmika told IANS: "Oh, they are bluntly saying that this is by far the best film of mine that they've watched. So that is their reaction." She added: "And ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 24 (ANI): Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana, basking in the success of his recent release 'Thamma', expressed his excitement and said he has always "dabbled with unique subjects" that make the audience and his fans happy. He said in a statement, "I have always dabbled with unique subjects, ensuring that when they are made, it makes everyone happy, the audiences and my producers are happy. So, I'm happy to make both of them happy this Diwali with my brand o ...Read More >
Veteran actor Asrani died at the age of 84. His nephew Ashok Asrani confirmed the news. The senior and versatile actor of Hindi cinema, Shri Govardhan Asrani, passed away this evening at around 4 PM after a prolonged illness. He was originally a resident of Jaipur, Rajasthan. Asrani received his education from St. Xavier's School, Jaipur. Asrani's contribution to the field of comic acting has been invaluable. Over several decades, he gave Hindi cinema many memorable characters and carved a spec ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 22 (ANI): Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana, on Wednesday, paid a visit to Mumbai's iconic Siddhivinayak Temple in gratitude for the mark made by his latest film's opening. His sacred visit comes a day after his film 'Thamma' delivered a bumper opening at the box office. Also Read | Diwali 2025: Kajol Dazzles in Black Saree, Ajay Devgn Twins with Son Yug in Blue Kurta (View Pics). Ayushmann was accompanied by 'Thamma' producer Amar Kaushik. Speaking of ' ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 22 (ANI): Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna starrer 'Thamma' has made a powerful start at the box office. Released on Tuesday, October 21, the horror-comedy from Maddock Films collected Rs 25.11 crore on its opening day, according to trade analyst Taran Adarsh. Also Read | Diwali 2025: Kajol Dazzles in Black Saree, Ajay Devgn Twins with Son Yug in Blue Kurta (View Pics). The film, which also stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui, was released during Diwali and ...Read More >
New Delhi: Iconic Bollywood actor and comedy legend Govardhan Asrani, fondly known simply as Asrani, passed away on Monday at the age of 84, leaving behind an irreplaceable legacy of laughter and memorable characters. The news of his demise was confirmed by his team on Instagram in an emotional tribute, where they captioned the post: "हंसी के बादशाह, लाखों दिलों पर राज करने वाले महान अभिनेता Asrani जी के निधन की खबर ने हम सभी को गहरे शोक में डुबो दिया है। उन्होंने अपने अद्वितीय अभिनय, सादगी औ ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 21 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar is grieving the loss of legendary actor-comedian Asrani and talked about the years of working together in some of Hindi cinema's cult films such as Hera Pheri, Bhagam Bhag and De Dana Dan to name a few. Akshay took to Instagram, where he shared a picture from their film and also recalled meeting Asrani a week ago on the sets of Haiwaan, directed by Priyadarshan. "Speechless with grief at the passing of Asrani ji. We had just shar ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 21 (ANI): Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan has extended his warm wishes on the occasion of Diwali. He also offered a glimpse from a homely puja ceremony in his social media post. Taking to Instagram, SRK shared a picture from his family's Diwali festivities, which seemingly also featured his wife, Gauri Khan. Also Read | 'Kaun Banega Crorepati 17': Even Contestant Mahesh Kumawat From Indore Couldn't Answer This Tough INR 3 Lakh Question - Can You?. "Happy Di ...Read More >
Mumbai: Renowned comic actor and Hindi film veteran Govardhan Asrani, known by his stage name, Asrani, has passed away at the age of 84. The cause of his death was unknown at the time of filing the report. His last rites were performed at Santacruz Crematorium Monday. As per his manager and close friend, the actor passed away due to a chest infection, at 3 PM October 20. The official Instagram account handler of the actor shared the post with regards to the actor's demise. They wrote, "The n ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 20 (ANI): Bollywood has lost one of its comedy legends, Asrani, the man who made generations laugh. Govardhan Asrani, fondly known as Asrani, passed away on Monday at the age of 84. A fixture of Hindi cinema for more than five decades, Asrani has surely left behind an irreplaceable legacy built on laughter, and impeccable comic timing. Also Read | Veteran Actor Asrani Passes Away at 84: From Jaipur Roots to 'Sholay' Fame, Remembering the Comic Legend Who D ...Read More >
Mumbai, October 20: Veteran Bollywood actor Asrani passed away at the age of 84 in Mumbai on Monday. His last were reportedly performed at Santacruz Crematorium, where his family and close friends gathered to pay their respects. Asrani, who ruled hearts for over five decades, will always be remembered for his unmatched comic timing and unforgettable dialogues. From his classic roles in Sholay and Chupke Chupke to his hilarious appearances in 90s comedies, Asrani's lines continue to make audien ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 20 (ANI): bollywood">Bollywood has lost one of its comedy legends, Asrani, the man who made generations laugh. Govardhan Asrani, fondly known as Asrani, passed away on Monday at the age of 84. A fixture of Hindi cinema for more than five decades, Asrani has surely left behind an irreplaceable legacy built on laughter, and impeccable comic timing. His manager, Babu Bhai Theeba, confirmed the news to ANI, saying the veteran actor breathed his last at 3 PM at ...Read More >
Thirty years of 'Diwale Dulhania Le Jayenge', the film that invited a subset of urbane women to 'come fall in love'. My qualifications to trace its journey involve being an accidental chronicler of the economics and mathematics of Shah Rukh Khan and his female fans. For fifteen years, I thought I was interviewing women about how they saw Khan. Instead, I discovered how these women saw themselves and their frustrated attempts to find love and livelihoods.Finer minds than mine have dissected every ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 19 (ANI): 'Thamma' stars Ayushmann Khurrana and Nawazuddin Siddiqui have offered an insight into their characters ahead of the film's Diwali release. Speaking about his character, Ayushmann said that he will be seen playing the character of Alok Goyal, a journalist by profession. "Alok wants to know about ghosts and spirits. And he also makes reels about it. However, he is left confused after transforming into a 'Betaal'. He doesn't know what to do with hi ...Read More >
Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar, who is known for being friendly with his fans, had a slightly awkward moment at the Mumbai airport on Friday. Akshay was travelling with his daughter Nitara Bhatia when fans gathered around to greet him and click selfies. While he happily posed for several pictures, one fan got a little too close and placed a hand on his shoulder, prompting the actor to respond firmly. The encounter, caught on camera, quickly went viral. Akshay Kumar scolds fan On Friday, Aksh ...Read More >
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