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Table of Contents Introduction to ‘Dil Ka Darwaaza Khol Na Darling‘ The Star Cast: Jaya Bachchan, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Wamiqa Gabbi Filming in Goa and Vikas Bahl’s Direction Swanand Kirkire’s Key Role and Film’s Theme Producers and Upcoming Release Conclusion 1. Introduction to ‘Dil Ka Darwaaza Khol Na Darling‘

‘Dil Ka Darwaaza Khol Na Darling’, a highly anticipated film, has officially commenced filming in Goa. Directed by Vikas Bahl, the film stars Bollywood icon Jaya Bachchan, rising star Siddhant Chaturvedi, and talented actress Wamiqa Gabbi in key roles. With its unique storyline and star-studded cast, the film promises to captivate audiences when it releases in 2025.

2. The Star Cast: Jaya Bachchan, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Wamiqa Gabbi

The film features the legendary Jaya Bachchan, who is making a significant return to the silver screen. Alongside her, Siddhant Chaturvedi, known for his standout performances in ‘Gully Boy’ and ‘Phone Bhoot’, brings his dynamic energy.

Amazon MGM Studios and Excel Entertainment are taking their Indian streaming hit “Mirzapur” to theaters, marking a significant move in the Indian entertainment landscape.

The film adaptation of the Prime Video crime thriller series, which explores power dynamics and the criminal underworld in the heartland of northern India, is set to debut in 2026, with series creator Puneet Krishna at the helm, and Gurmmeet Singh, who has previously directed 17 episodes of the series, set to direct. This adaptation represents one of the first instances of an Indian streaming series making the transition to a theatrical release.

The theatrical venture will feature the return of the show’s principal cast, including Pankaj Tripathi as Kaleen Bhaiya, Ali Fazal as Guddu Pandit, and Divyenndu as Munna Tripathi. Abhishek Banerjee is also confirmed to reprise his role as the Compounder.

Following the theatrical window, the film will stream on Prime Video across 240 territories after an eight-week exclusivity period.

Tiger Baby, the production company founded by celebrated Indian filmmakers Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti, is making strides in the unscripted space with a slate of documentaries and series that aim to spotlight untold Indian stories.

The company has just unveiled Taira Malaney’s “Turtle Walker,” a documentary chronicling the extraordinary journey of conservationist Satish Bhaskar, who walked nearly the entire coast of India in his efforts to protect sea turtles. Akhtar says, “He’s such a hero that doesn’t think he’s a hero. He just walked nearly the entire coast of India, which helped the sea turtle not go into extinction. I mean, it’s such a big story, and he’s just one guy.” The film, which will premiere at Doc NYC, won the prestigious Grand Teton Award at the Jackson Wild Media Awards.

“We’re both fans of so many genres, and we want to do everything.

Indian actor Vijay Varma is having a moment. With lead roles in several high-profile streaming projects this year, including the hijacking drama “Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack” for Netflix, Prime Video’s “Mirzapur” and Disney+ Hotstar’s “Murder Mubarak,” Varma has cemented his position as one of India’s most in-demand performers.

The actor recently wrapped filming on Vibhu Puri’s “Ul Jalool Ishq,” a poetic drama co-starring Naseeruddin Shah about an Urdu letterpress owner searching for a reclusive poet. “It’s a beautiful, intimate story between one person who runs a barely surviving Urdu [press] and he wants to desperately hold on to this letterpress, but nothing is getting printed anymore in Urdu,” Varma tells Variety.

He’s currently shooting “Matka King,” a Prime Video original series set in the 1960s and 70s, directed by Nagraj Manjule. “It’s the rise of a very interesting business, at the same time,...

Siddhant Chaturvedi is a talented actor who played a rapper in Gully Boy as though born to do so. But a typical Hindi film hero, he is not. In director Ravi Udyawar’s Yudhra which means the fight, t is phonetically very close to Yudh, which was the title of Rajiv Rai’s action-musical 1985 blockbuster.

The two films. 49 years apart, are close country cousins. Nothing changes in mainstream Hindi cinema, except the faces, though they continue to express the same range of expressions from A to B. The hero of Udyawar’s scrappily written bonecruncher is remarkably expressionless.

Luckily Siddhant Chaturvedi who plays the titutal bulldozer, has little scope or occasion to act, except in the pre-climax where he presumes his girl is dead.

Yudhra sobs. The audience in the theatre burst out laughing.

For the rest Chaturvedi clenches his fists grits his pearlywhite teeth and roars towards the villains with bullish energy.

In a cinematic collision of high-profile talent and grassroots grit, powerhouse duo Reema Kagti and Zoya Akhtar are bringing the DIY spirit of India’s small-town filmmakers to the global stage with “Superboys of Malegaon” at the Toronto Film Festival.

Director Kagti and producer Akhtar’s latest film explores the world of low-budget filmmaking in Malegaon, a small town in Maharashtra, India. The duo have collaborated on several hit projects including “Dahaad,” “Made in Heaven” and “Gully Boy.”

“Superboys of Malegaon” is a fiction feature that reimagines the spirit of Malegaon’s passionate filmmakers who create their own versions of popular movies on shoestring budgets, including “Sholay,” “Shaan,” “Don,” “Lagaan” and “Rangeela.”

The film draws inspiration from the life of Nasir Sheikh, a resourceful DIY filmmaker from Malegaon, western India, whose innovative work was previously showcased in Faiza Ahmad Khan’s beloved 2008 documentary “Supermen of Malegaon.”

The project’s journey...

Bigg Boss Ott 3 Runner-Up Naezy Slams Gully Boy! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt led Gully Boy was a massive blockbuster upon release in 2019. The musical drama was based on the lives of music artists Divine and Naezy. While the film brought immense popularity to street rappers in India, the Bigg Boss Ott 3 contestant is seemingly unhappy with his portrayal. Scroll below for all the details!

Naezy is currently enjoying a lot of limelight over his participation in Bigg Boss Ott 3. He left behind popular personalities like Ranvir Shorey, Armaan Malik, and others to land in the Top 2. He was eventually declared the runner-up as his friend Sana Makbul took home the winning trophy.

The fictional story of Ranveer Singh, aka Murads’s love life and relationship with family, is said to be inspired by Naezy’s life. However, the rapper feels Gully Boy did not benefit him; instead,...

When Zoya Akhtar Exposed Bollywood Actresses! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Content in Bollywood has majorly evolved, and today, we have female actresses leading big-budget films. Alia Bhatt is all set to shoulder Yrf’s first female spy film, and Deepika Padukone is set to debut as Lady Singham in Rohit Shetty’s cop universe. But Gully Boy director Zoya Akhtar once called out B’Town divas for not wanting to carry the burden of success. Scroll below for more details!

Gender disparity has been one of the most discussed subjects in Bollywood. But directors like Sanjay Leela Bhansali are rewriting history with films like Gangubai Kathiawadi, starring Alia Bhatt, and web shows like Heeramandi led by Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari and other actresses.

During her appearance on Film Companion, Zoya Akhtar addressed the subject of women leading big projects and shared, “A lot of the time, even the actresses don’t want to do it.

Reema Kagti has written and directed some of the best films in Indian cinema, including The Archies, Gully Boy, Talaash, and Zindagi Milegi Dobara, to name just a few. Each film was a critical and audience success, and now she has a new feather in her cap, but more on that in a few lines.

Her next project, this time in her director avatar, looks to be another outstanding work that takes us inside the world of amateur filmmaking. Titled Superboys Of Malegaon, the film that focuses on making a film is a poignant yet uplifting take on filmmaking and friendship. Written by Varun Grover and executive produced by Ritesh Sidhwani, Zoya Akhtar, Reema Kagti, and Farhan Akhtar, the film stars Adarsh Gourav, Vineet Kumar Singh, and Shashank Arora.

Now, to the feather… Superboys Of Malegaon has been selected for a World Premiere Gala Screening by the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival.

Kalki 2898 Ad (Hindi) Crosses Worldwide Collection Of Adipurush, Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar & Others. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

After the success of Salaar, Prabhas has returned with his another biggie in the Hindi market. In the Hindi belt, the actor enjoys immense popularity, and with Kalki 2898 Ad, he has crossed his previous highest earners, barring Baahubali 2: The Conclusion. At the worldwide box office, the Hindi version has already crossed the 200 crore mark, and in the latest development, it has surpassed several biggies. Keep reading to know more!

The Nag Ashwin directorial was low on buzz before its release, but positive reviews and favorable word-of-mouth have helped the biggie attract footfalls. Of course, the stardom of Prabhas is playing a big role in fetching strong numbers among the Hindi audience. Interestingly, the Hindi version has now started taking the lead over the original Telugu version, and soon, it will dominate the domestic collection chart.

Ranveer Singh is receiving a wave of love and well-wishes from fans and colleagues alike on his 39th birthday. Renowned for his dynamic dance moves and versatile acting skills, Ranveer got a special birthday shoutout from his Sooryavanshi and Singham 2 co-star, Akshay Kumar. Akshay posted a nostalgic and vibrant video featuring himself and Ranveer dancing to Karan Aujla’s energetic track “Softly.” In the video, the duo grooves in perfect harmony, with Akshay sporting a black t-shirt and pink track pants, while Ranveer dons a black vest, matching pants, shoes, and a cap, all while carrying a music system.

Akshay’s heartfelt caption read, “Happy Birthday @ranveersingh, you power house of a man! Hope your infectious energy always keeps you going places. Enjoy your day. Love & prayers .”

Ranveer made his Bollywood debut with “Band Baaja Baarat” and has since appeared in numerous hit films like “Ladies vs Ricky Behl,” “Lootera,...

Which Bigg Boss Ott 3 Contestant Has The Highest Net Worth? ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Bigg Boss Ott 3 is currently premiering and serving a lot of masaledaar content. The Anil Kapoor hosted show began with 16 contestants, including renowned names like Armaan Malik, Ranvir Shorey, and Sana Makbul. Payal Malik and Neeraj Goyat were recently evicted from the controversial show. But do you know which member has the highest net worth? Scroll below for the interesting details!

The line up of contestants this season includes a lot of content creators from Instagram and YouTube. Viewers have mixed reactions about a prominent actor like Ranvir Shorey competing with them inside the house. Even Devoleena Bhattacharjee recently slammed Bigg Boss Ott 3 makers for signing up contestants like Armaan Malik, who has two wives, and Chandrika Dixit, aka Wada Pav girl.

Here’s a list of top 5 wealthiest Bigg Boss Ott 3 contestants: Naezy Net Worth

Naezy,...

The latest episode of Bigg Boss Ott 3 featured Laksh Lalwani and Raghav Juyal promoting their upcoming film “Kill.” During their visit, Naezy delivered a rap for the movie, which was well-received by fans. The rap went:

“Bigg Boss ke house mein do public Raghav aur bhai mere aa rahe hai chill karne…humlog kill karne..mehnat karke electricity bill bharne..show ko aaye steal..picture apni jaake dekho Kill”.

Naezy free style rap #Naezy#NaezyTheBaa #BBOTT3 pic.twitter.com/ilnULYoSs4

— Geet (@Geet_edit) June 30, 2024

Fans praised Naezy’s rap, and Raghav Juyal expressed his support for Naezy, calling him his brother, which resonated deeply with Dhh (Desi Hip Hop) fans. Another user tweeted, “#RaghavJuyal fully supported the original rapper “#NaezyTheBaa” and called him his brother. It was a heartwarming moment for all Dhh fans, showing Raghav Juyal’s love for hip hop. This is the power of Dhh. #Naezy #BiggBossOTT3 #BBOTT3 #BiggBoss.

One contestant who is generating a lot of buzz on ‘Bigg Boss Ott 3’ is rapper Naved Shaikh, better known as Naezy. Fans are already touting him as the potential winner of the season, impressed by his presence and demeanor from the premiere night. Even the host, Anil Kapoor, seemed quite impressed with him.

In a notable interaction, Lovekesh humorously started a conversation with Naezy by saying, “Bhai tumhara aaj se naam Dadhiyal hain…” Naezy quickly retorted, “Main tumko naam dunga toh tumko accha nahi lagega bhai… Tumko Bigg Boss main nahi Animal Planet mein hona chahiye tha.” To which Lovekesh replied, “Animal Planet mein …main sher hoon naa…” Naezy responded, “Daudhake marunga tu heeran main cheetah… Wannabe log attention gain karne ke liye karte hain.. Toh apun naa wannabe hain naa apne ko attention ki jaroorat hain.”

Bigg Boss Ott 3: Elvish Yadav’s surprise entry sparks fan frenzy?

Naezy,...

Naved Sheikh, known by his stage name Naezy, is a prominent figure in the Indian rap scene. He gained widespread recognition with his song “Mere Gully Mein,” which was recreated in the 2019 film Gully Boy, directed by Zoya Akhtar and starring Ranveer Singh. The film is reportedly inspired by the lives of Naezy and fellow rapper Divine.

On the other hand the new season of the controversial reality show Bigg Boss Ott is all set to premiere on Friday, June 21, and fans are eagerly anticipating the lineup of contestants. Speculation is rife that rapper Naved Sheikh, popularly known as Naezy, will be one of the contestants on Bigg Boss Ott 3.

Hints about the second participant of the season were dropped by the Bigg Boss Ott 3 team on Instagram. They shared two pictures without revealing the face of the new contestant. The first image is a silhouette, while the second shows...

Starting June 7th, PVR Inox Cinemas’ luxury arm, The Luxury Collection, launches PVR Inox Lido in Juhu with a special retrospective film festival celebrating Zoya Akhtar’s 15-year journey in Bollywood. The week-long festival will showcase Akhtar’s beloved films including ‘Luck By Chance’, ‘Dil Dhadakne Do’, ‘Talaash’, ‘Gully Boy’, and ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’.

2024 marks a milestone for Zoya Akhtar, who debuted with ‘Luck By Chance’ in 2009. Over 15 years, she has crafted a diverse filmography across genres and platforms, challenging norms and captivating audiences.

Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar, of Excel Entertainment and Tiger Baby, have redefined storytelling in Hindi cinema, delivering iconic hits that entertain and provoke thought. Their films explore themes of love, ambition, and self-discovery, reshaping Indian cinema.

To honor this occasion, PVR Inox Ltd. hosted a conversation with Zoya Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar, Reema Kagti, and Ajay Bijli, Chairman & MD of PVR Cinemas, discussing filmmaking and Zoya’s journey.

Siddhant Chaturvedi, known for his breakthrough role in “Gully Boy,” and Triptii Dimri, acclaimed for her performance in “Bulbbul,” is set to grace the silver screen together in the much-anticipated sequel, “Dhadak 2.” The duo took to social media to unveil a glimpse of the film, sending waves of excitement among fans.

In a short video clip shared on Instagram by Siddhant Chaturvedi, the audience was treated to a sneak peek of the upcoming romantic drama, featuring the dynamic chemistry between the lead pair. Directed by the talented Shazia Iqbal, “Dhadak 2” promises to delve deep into a captivating narrative that explores the complexities of love and challenges societal norms.

The storyline revolves around Siddhant’s character, embarking on a journey of love that defies conventions and transcends barriers of class and societal expectations. With their stellar performances, Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri are poised to captivate audiences with their...

Dhadak 2: Siddhant Chaturvedi, Triptii Dimri Embark On A Raw & Tragic Love Journey(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Get ready for a love story that challenges the status quo! Zee Studios, Dharma Productions, and Cloud 9 Pictures have finally unveiled details about the highly anticipated Dhadak 2. Stepping into the lead roles are the talented Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri, promising a fresh and captivating on-screen pairing.

The original Dhadak, released in 2016, was a Hindi remake of the Marathi film Sairat. Starring Ishaan Khatter and Janhvi Kapoor, Dhadak explored forbidden love amidst societal differences and resonated deeply with audiences. Now, Dhadak 2 builds on that success, taking the baton forward with a brand new story.

Triptii Dimri, known for her breakout role in the critically acclaimed Bulbbul & Qala and her portrayal of the feisty Laila in Laila Majnu, brings her captivating screen presence to Dhadak 2. Siddhant Chaturvedi, who impressed audiences...

Bollywood films and series often introduce us to captivating characters whose presence on screen leaves us craving for more. Whether it’s their charisma, depth, or unique portrayal, some characters simply steal the spotlight, leaving audiences wanting to delve deeper into their stories. Here’s a list of five such characters we wish had been given more screen time to shine:

Vijay Varma- Gully Boy

Vijay Varma’s portrayal of Moeen in “Gully Boy” left a lasting impression with his charismatic and complex character. His dynamic performance added layers to the narrative, making us want to know more about his life beyond the limited screen time.

Fardeen Khan – Heeramandi

Fardeen Khan’s role as the rich Nawab of Lahore in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s “Heeramandi” intrigued audiences with its depth and sophistication. Despite his intriguing presence, his character could have been explored further to unveil more about his backstory and motivations.

Ranveer Singh and Karisma Kapoor radiate sheer adorableness in the pictures shared by the actress on her Instagram post last Thursday. Karisma donned black attire while Ranveer sported white for the event, creating a delightful contrast. These delightful snapshots were taken at event of a store launch in Mumbai, where the actors are captured happily posing together. Karisma Kapoor captioned the post, “Painted the town blue at the opening of the new Tiffany & Co store with my favorite Ranveer Singh,” accompanied by the hashtags #TiffanyAndCo and #AboutLastNight.

Ranveer Singh, who also serves as Tiffany & Co’s brand ambassador, graced the red carpet in a creation by designer Gaurav Gupta. However, it was his white-heeled shoes by Copper Mallet that stole the spotlight at the event.

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On the professional front, Ranveer Singh headlined Karan Johar’s 2023 hit “Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahaani...

Actor Jaideep Ahlawat, who is receiving a lot of acclaim for his work in the recently released streaming title ‘The Broken News 2’, shared that he has a WhatsApp group with fellow actors and longtime friends, Rajkummar Rao and Vijay Varma.

This WhatsApp group is called the ‘Majboot Actors Association’. The friendship between these actors dates back to their days as students at the Film and Television Institute of India (Ftii). The three of them graduated from Ftii in 2008.

While Vijay went down south to find work in the early phase of his career, Jaideep got his break with the Akshay Kumar-starrer ‘Khatta Meetha’ in 2010. Rajkummar Rao, too, got the cult-classic film ‘Love Sex Aur Dhokha’ in 2010.

Vijay made noise in 2016 with the film ‘Pink’ in which he starred in a negative role. Later, he starred in ‘Gully Boy’, and established himself as one of the most sought-after actors in Hindi cinema.

Actor-rapper Chaitnya Sharma, known by his stage name SlowCheeta, released the music video for his latest track titled ‘Kar De Kaa?’ on Thursday. The track also features Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh and SlowCheeta’s actor-wife, Shweta Tripathi Sharma.

The song is one of the five tracks from his EP ‘Scene Main Bawaal’.

The seven-minute-long music video, marking the reunion of Ranveer and SlowCheeta after ‘Gully Boy’, tells the story of India’s underground rap scene, complete with its highs and lows.

Interestingly, ‘Kar De Kaa?’ has a backstory related to the recently released film ‘Maidaan’.

Speaking about the inspiration behind the track and its music video, SlowCheeta said: “I was shooting for my new movie, ‘Maidaan’, and one of the best players on the team was an incredible 19-year-old Amandeep from Himachal Pradesh.”

The actor-rapper continued: “He is a supremely talented footballer with a quirky habit of asking, ‘Pk bhai,...

Randeep Hooda Reacts To Kangana Ranaut Calling Alia Bhatt’s Work In Gully Boy “Mediocre” (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Randeep Hooda is known for his honest views on Bollywood. The actor is currently seen in Swatantrya Veer Savarkar. He is now grabbing eyeballs as he breaks silence on supporting Alia Bhatt in war against Kangana Ranaut over the “mediocre” actress remark. Scroll below for the scoop.

Back in 2019, Bollywood Life conducted a poll on the best performance by a female actor. Alia was seen in Gully Boy opposite Ranveer Singh, which turned out to be a major blockbuster. On the other hand, Kangana led Manikarnika, which sparked a lot of controversies but turned out to be a success at the box office.

Randeep Hooda on Kangana Ranaut vs Alia Bhatt

Kangana Ranaut won the poll with 37% of the votes in her favor, while Alia Bhatt was placed second with around 33% of the votes.

Amar Singh Chamkila’s Jukebox Is An Asset To Be Treasured ( Photo Credit – Netflix India / YouTube )

Rating – 10 out of 5 stars! Some Albums outperform!

The release of Amar Singh Chamkila is still a few days away, but the jukebox of the film is out, and this is one film where Bollywood outperformed after a very long time. Recently, I was putting all my hopes for a good Bollywood music album from Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi, totally forgetting about the Chamkila biopic. But finally, Ar Rahman, Imtiaz Ali, and Irshad Kamil’s magical trio arrived unannounced, taking my breath away. And this album is the only soul music you need right now.

If you talk about a brilliantly balanced album from a commercial film, you would struggle when you encountered it last. Last year, Animal had a good album, undoubtedly, but it never stayed with you. Similarly, Rocky Aur Rani Ki...

Exclusive: After starring in box office hit Animal, we can reveal that Bobby Deol will play the villain in the next Yash Raj Films Spy Universe feature starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari Wagh.

The as-yet untitled film is being headlined by superstar Bhatt (Gully Boy), who becomes the first actress to lead a Yrf Spy Universe movie. Bhatt will play a female agent in the project, which is being directed by Shiv Rawail, director of recent popular Netflix series The Railway Men.

Filming is due to get underway this year with plot details being kept under wraps. Rising actress Sharvari (Bunty Aur Babli 2) will also play an agent.

The movie will be the seventh film in the very lucrative Yrf Spy Universe after Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan, Tiger 3, and War 2.

Deol made waves as the villain opposite Ranbir Kapoor and Anil Kapoor in recent action...

For women making their movies and especially making their mark in a male-dominated industry like Bollywood it is not easy. However, Guneet Monga, Mira Nair, Prerna Arora, Ashwini Iyer Tiwary, Kiran Ral, and Zoya Akhtar have proven that everyone has space to exist and excel. To celebrate International Women’s Day today, we want to shine the spotlight on influential women filmmakers who have succeeded and redefined the narrative of Indian cinema with their impactful films.

Mira Nair

A pioneer in film the world over, Mira Nair needs no introduction. The filmmaker was one of the first female filmmakers who put India on the global map. Her filmography boasts epics such as Salaam Bombay!, Golden Globe winner Hysterical Blindness, Vanity Fair, The Namesake, The Reluctant Fundamentalist, and the series ‘The Suitable Boy’. This powerhouse of talent also has numerous documentaries and loves to showcase her Indian roots and heritage on...

The upcoming Alia Bhatt, Vedang Raina-starrer film ‘Jigra’ wrapped up its shoot on Thursday evening. Alia took to her Instagram and shared the update with her 83 million followers.

Sharing an array of pictures with her co-actor, the ‘Gully Boy’ actress wrote in the caption, “‘Jigra’ oh, abki teri baari ho @vedangraina. And that’s a film wrap on #Jigra @vasanbala @swapsagram. See you soon. 27th September 2024 at a cinema near you (sic).”

The film has been directed by Vasan Bala, who is known for films like ‘Monica O My Darling’ and ‘Peddlers’.

Alia has worked in the film in dual capacity, as ‘Jigra’ is produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions and Alia’s own production house Eternal Sunshine.

The film is set to release on September 27, 2024.

Alia bhatt wraps up 'jigra' with vedang raina...

Box Office Flashback: Ajay Devgn Has The Highest Scorer In February With His Total Dhamaal (Picture Credit: IMDb)

The month of February will come to an end soon, and it hasn’t turned out to be that huge for Bollywood in terms of Indian box office collection. Yes, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya did a good job, but that film will not even enter the 100-crore club. No one is at fault here, as February has always been like this, but still, there’s one actor who managed to deliver 150 crore worth success, and he’s none other than Ajay Devgn.

Before we move further, let us inform you that in Box Office Flashback, we talk about the movies of the past that were released during the same month or on the same date the article was written. We talk about their box office feats or any achievements that have been unleashed.

Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya Box Office Collection: Highest Earning Romantic Valentine Release (Picture Credit: Facebook & IMDb)

Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon’s Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya is churning out decent numbers at the box office and has milked the Valentine’s Week opportunity it seems. The film earned 29.11 crore within three days of its release and secured a decent weekend.

In the upcoming days, with partial local holidays, the film might churn out better numbers at the box office. It started with 7.02 crore on day 1, and it was followed by 10.50 crore on day 2. On Sunday, the collections jumped a little more, securing 11.59 crore at the box office.

In three days, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya has churned out 29.11 crore at the box office and is aiming for a good number on Valentine’s Day as well. Interestingly, it is already the fifth highest-grossing weekend for...

Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya Box Office Collection Day 1 Vs Top 10 Valentine Openers ( Photo Credit – Maddock Films / YouTube )

Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon’s Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya opened at 7.02 crore at the box office, and it has entered the list of top openers of Valentine’s week releases in the last 13 years. Since 2011, 17 films have been released during Valentine’s Week, and Tbmauj is among the top 10 opening films of Valentine’s Week.

However, this might not be a very welcoming move for Tbmauj since most of the films released during Valentine’s Week have not earned a hit status. In fact, even in the top 10 openers, some films flopped at the box office, including Sara Ali Khan & Kartik Aaryan’s Love Aaj Kal.

Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon‘s robot romance in Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya collected 63.81% less than the highest Valentine’s Week opener,...

Fighter Box Office Collection (Overseas) Updates! (Picture Credit: IMDb)

Fighter did not meet expectations at the Indian box office, but it is flying high overseas. The action drama, directed by Siddharth Anand, hit theatres worldwide on January 25, 2024. It is now the highest-grossing film of Hrithik Roshan in as many as four international markets. Scroll below for a detailed comparison with War.

The aerial action film marks the third collaboration between Siddharth Anand and Hrithik Roshan. They’ve previously delivered Bang Bang, which was a plus affair, and War, which garnered the hit verdict in its lifetime. The duo is also set to reunite for War 2 next.

Fighter vs War Overseas Collections

With collections of $4.69 million in the USA/ Canada, A$1.36 million in Australia, Nz$530K in New Zealand, and Nz$50K in Germany, War remained the highest grosser of Hrithik Roshan in the overseas market. That feat, however, has...

Saif Ali Khan reacts to the failure of Adipurush. (Picture Credit: Facebook)

Adipurush is one of the most talked about and controversial movies of 2023. The mythical saga stars Prabhas, Saif Ali Khan, and Kriti Sanon, among others. The Om Raut directorial was one of the most expensive movies, based on the Hindu epic Ramayana. However, it received a lot of flak for the dialogues, bad VFX, disinteresting storytelling, and other reasons.

The cast went utterly silent when the movie was released and received negative reviews from the audience and critics. The only person who shared reactions to the controversies and response was lyricist Manoj Muntashir. Eight months after Adipurush was released, actor Saif Ali Khan has opened up about its failure.

In an interview with Film Companion, Saif opened up about how he doesn’t think he’s a star and mentioned the poor reception his film Laal Kaptaan received.

Valentine’s Week Releases At Indian Box Office (Photo Credit – IMDb)

We have entered Valentine’s week, and the lovebirds are celebrating it enthusiastically. While it’s the season of spending time with your loved ones, Bollywood never loses a chance to make it more special for lovers and capitalize on it. Over the years, we have seen several films arriving during this special week, and even this year, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya is arriving in theatres. So, before its arrival, let’s look at how Valentine’s releases have performed at the Indian box office over the years.

Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon’s Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya is scheduled to be released in theatres tomorrow. Expectations are very low from it, and even the ground-level buzz is negligible. However, after the underperformance of Fighter, it’s said to be a crucial film, and there...

Did Shweta Bachchan Take A Brutal Dig At Mother Jaya Bachchan?(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Navya Naveli Nanda has brought together the strongest women of her life yet again, and we’re in for a fun ride. We’re talking about her Valentine’s special podcast, where she discusses “modern dating” with her mom, Shweta Bachchan, and grandmother, Jaya Bachchan. But digs have been taken on “crankiness,” and no points for guessing who it’s for! Scroll below for all the details.

Amitabh Bachchan’s granddaughter Navya is quite an internet sensation. She enjoys a massive Instagram following of 1 million. There also has been a lot of curiosity around her since rumors suggest she’s dating Gully Boy actor Siddhant Chaturvedi. The star kid gained a lot of popularity via her talk show, What The Hell Navya.

Shweta Bachchan wouldn’t ever date someone like Navya Naveli Nanda!

In Season 2, Episode 2 of her podcast,...

Koimoi Audience Poll 2023: From Anil Kapoor In The Night Manager To Vijay Varma In Dahaad – Who Is Your Favorite Villain (Web Series)? (Picture Credit: Instagram & IMDb)

Koimoi Audience Poll 2023: As we move forward with our audience poll, today we will look at the Best Villain (Web Series) nominees for the year 2023, from Anil Kapoor in The Night Manager to Vijay Varma in Dahaad and two others who impressed us with their villainous portrayal.

Any movie or web series is incomplete with an antagonist. They create conflicts in heroes’ lives and keep things interesting. A strong villain is more important in the case of shows because they have more duration than any movie and run for several episodes. Keep scrolling for more.

Anil Kapoor made his Ott debut with The Night Manager, starring Aditya Roy Kapur in the lead. Vijay Varma is also a talented actor of the present...

Cricket Rights

Warner Bros. Discovery, the Board of Control for Cricket in India and Pitch International have signed a package of rights that will see them broadcast live international cricket hosted in India on its linear and digital platforms, TNT Sports and Discovery+, for the next five years. The deal, which is for the U.K. and Ireland territory, kicks off with the England-India men’s test series, which commences Jan. 25 and continues through February.

The deal, a value for which was not disclosed, covers every red ball (test matches) and white ball (One Day Internationals and T20s) series played in India for the next five years. Besides the England series, they include:

September 2024: Bangladesh tour of India – 2 x Tests, 3 x T20s

October 2024: New Zealand tour of India – 3 x Tests

January 2025: England tour of India – 3 x ODIs, 5 x T20s

October 2025: West Indies tour...

Actor Ranveer Singh, who joined the slew of actors like Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar, Shraddha Kapoor, in promoting the Lakshadweep islands, has caught the attention of the netizens for mistakenly posting a picture of Maldives.

Amid the row over Maldives politician Zahid Rameez criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Lakshadweep, the actor, who is known for his work in ‘Gully Boy’, took to X (formerly Twitter) and posted a picture of a beautiful island.

Along with the photo, he wrote: “This year let’s make 2024 about exploring India and experiencing our culture. There is so much to see and explore across the beaches and the beauty of our country. Chalo India let’s #exploreindianislands Chalo bharat dekhe”.

However, it caught the attention of the social media users, and they wrote: “You are promoting Indian islands while putting a picture of Maldives. What is wrong with you,...

Lust Stories 2 Actress Amruta Subhash Says She Was Forced To A ‘Domestic Abuse’ Scene On TV For High Trp ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Time and again, we have seen actors calling out TV showmakers for its regressive content. Some time back, celebs like Radhika Madan, Kriti Kamra, Prachi Desai, and others, who moved to movies from TV, often made headlines for slamming television for its content. Well, the latest actress to talk about the same is Amruta Subhash, who recently opened up about the initial years of her career when she was forced to do a scene.

Amruta is a Hindi and Marathi actress who has been a part of numerous movies and web shows. She turned heads with her performances in Gully Boy, Raman Raghav 2.0, Ghost Stories, Choked: Paisa Bolta Hai, Dhamaka and recently in Lust Stories 2. She’s a part of ‘The Mirror’ episode, which is helmed by Konkona Sen Sharma.

Kho Gaye Hum Kahan could be loosely translated to ‘Where have we gotten ourselves lost’. The title of the movie is an ideal ode to a generation that seems to have lost a sense of purpose, as stated by one of the characters in the movie. Arjun Varain Singh’s Netflix film explore the lives of three best friends living in the bustling city of Mumbai who are going through a crisis of their own and resort to social media for some temporary relief. Excel Entertainment and Tiger Baby Films have released slice-of-life and coming-of-age dramas that leave a lasting impression on the audience. Lakshya, Rock On, Gully Boy, and Eternally Confused and Eager for Love are some examples of the kind of content these two production houses run by Farhan Akhtar, Ritesh Sidhwani, Zoya Akhtar, and Reema Kagti have put out. Kho Gaye Hum Kahan was released as a...

Mumbai, Dec 25 (Ians) Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt, who attended an intimate Christmas celebration at her father Mahesh Bhatt’s residence, dropped photos from the party, expressing that she is “grateful for this bunch.”

Alia attended the Christmas bash with her husband and actor Ranbir Kapoor, sister Shaheen, filmmaker Karan Johar and Ayan Mukerji.

The ‘2 States’ actress looked her gorgeous best in an olive green coloured one-shoulder dress, and a Santa headband. With a no-makeup look, Alia flaunted her natural glow and dimpled smile.

The pictures show Alia adorably holding her mother Soni Razdan and sister Shaheen close to her.

The other photo shows Ranbir and Alia sitting on the couch, with the former holding his ladylove tightly and giving her a kiss on the cheeks.

We also see Alia swirling around in a joyous manner, and get a cute glimpse of Christmas decoration with her daughter Raha’s name on it.

Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt has opened up on the separation anxiety for her daughter Raha, and shared how it is never easy for her to leave her bundle of joy. Alia and actor Ranbir Kapoor got married on April 14, 2022 in a traditional Hindu ceremony at their residence in Mumbai. In November 2022, she gave birth to their daughter Raha.

On Sunday, the ‘Brahmastra’ actress, who enjoys a massive fanbase of 81.5 million followers on Instagram, hosted an “Ask Me Anything” session with her fans.

A user asked the ‘Gully Boy’ star: “Do you still feel separation anxiety for Raha?”

Alia replied to the fan, saying, “It’s never easy leaving her. But I guess that’ll take a while to change. Knowing she’s with family even when I’m away makes me feel less guilty somehow.”

The 30-year-old actress also shared a few nicknames of her baby girl. “Rahu Rara Lollipop...

The Archies: Zoya Akhtar Defends Roping In Star Kids Like Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor & Agastya Nanda ( Photo Credit – Instagram; Facebook )

After being in the news for quite some time, Zoya Akhtar’s ‘The Archies’ was finally released on the Ott giant Netflix. The film, which is an official Indian adaptation of Archie Comics, stars three privileged star kids- Shah Rukh Khan-Gauri Khan’s daughter Suhana Khan, Sridevi-Boney Kapoor’s daughter Khushi Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson Agastya Nanda, along with other debutants. Since the film hit the Ott platform, it’s been at the receiving end while Zoya is being slammed for casting star kids, reigniting the nepotism debate.

Now, the filmmaker has hit back at the haters. Zoya, who’s known to be a critically acclaimed filmmaker, has given fans unforgettable films like Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Gully Boy, Dil Dhadakne Do, and others. She has recently...

Zoya Akhtar is no stranger to contradiction.

The Indian writer, producer, and director grew up in a film family, the daughter of poet and lyricist Javed Akhtar and child star-turned screenwriter Honey Irani. She grew up surrounded by the arts and was poised to enter the Hindi film industry — but when the time came to make her first feature, it took years.

“It took me a really long time to get a movie made in India, and I’m from the industry, so I had access to everybody,” Akhtar told IndieWire in New York City. “It was because I wanted to make a film like ‘Luck by Chance.’ It wasn’t the norm. People weren’t doing ensembles at that time. People weren’t gray as characters, male actors didn’t wanna play a character that was gray. They didn’t get the irony of the film, in a sense.

Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh, who was honoured with the prestigious Yusr Award at the Red Sea International Festival, also received words of high praise from Hollywood star Sharon Stone.

“I had the exciting pleasure of meeting Ranveer before we came in here, and what a great guy,” said Stone.

The Red Sea Yusr Award last year was presented to Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan, a symbol of recognition for boldness and innovation in film.

Stone emphasised Ranveer’s lifelong passion for acting, a dream he has cherished since childhood. His journey from aspiring actor to Bollywood royalty reflects not only his dedication but also his undeniable talent.

Stone added: “Ranveer Singh is a world renowned Bollywood star and a style icon. He is the recipient of several awards including 5 Filmfare Awards. Since his breakthrough, as you have seen, he is a master of transformation immersing himself in a myriad of...

Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh, who was honoured with the prestigious Yusr Award at the Red Sea International Festival, also received words of high praise from Hollywood star Sharon Stone.

“I had the exciting pleasure of meeting Ranveer before we came in here, and what a great guy,” said Stone.

The Red Sea Yusr Award last year was presented to Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan, a symbol of recognition for boldness and innovation in film.

Stone emphasised Ranveer’s lifelong passion for acting, a dream he has cherished since childhood. His journey from aspiring actor to Bollywood royalty reflects not only his dedication but also his undeniable talent.

Stone added: “Ranveer Singh is a world renowned Bollywood star and a style icon. He is the recipient of several awards including 5 Filmfare Awards. Since his breakthrough, as you have seen, he is a master of transformation immersing himself in a myriad of...

Zoya Akhtar is one of the most celebrated filmmakers in Bollywood, known for her unique blend of style, substance, and commercial success. She has delivered several critically acclaimed and commercially successful films, including “Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara,” “Dil Dhadakne Do,” and “Gully Boy.”

In 2023, Akhtar is set to continue her winning streak with two back-to-back releases: “The Archies” and “Kho Gaye Hum Kahan.” Both films are streaming exclusively on Netflix and are generating a lot of buzz and anticipation among fans.

The Archies

“The Archies” is a musical coming-of-age drama set in the 1960s. The film is a reimagining of the iconic Archie Comics characters, featuring an all-Indian cast. The film will explore themes of friendship, love, music, and rebellion against the backdrop of a changing India.

“The Archies” has already been praised for its vibrant visuals, catchy music, and young cast. The film is expected to be a major hit with audiences,...

Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar, who is all geared up for the release of the coming-of-age film ‘The Archies’, shared about working with the new actors in the movie, and said she kind of vicariously re-lived her debut through them.

Zoya and Reema Kagti were present at the album launch party of ‘The Archies’. The flick is directed by Zoya, and stars Agastya Nanda, Khushi Kapoor, Suhana Khan, Vedang Raina, Mihir Ahuja, Aditi Saigal and Yuvraj Menda. The screenplay is by Reema Kagti.

Zoya who has worked with the finest actors in the industry like Hrithik Roshan, Ranveer Singh, Priyanka Chopra, Anushka Sharma, etc. In this movie she had kids who were facing the camera for the first time. Was that difficult or easy?

Zoya said: “Well the thing that I think was different was- the time of the preparation was expanded. So they had a bigger preparation time, rehearsed more, trained more.

Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar, who is all geared up for the release of the coming-of-age film ‘The Archies’, shared about working with the new actors in the movie, and said she kind of vicariously re-lived her debut through them.

Zoya and Reema Kagti were present at the album launch party of ‘The Archies’. The flick is directed by Zoya, and stars Agastya Nanda, Khushi Kapoor, Suhana Khan, Vedang Raina, Mihir Ahuja, Aditi Saigal and Yuvraj Menda. The screenplay is by Reema Kagti.

Zoya who has worked with the finest actors in the industry like Hrithik Roshan, Ranveer Singh, Priyanka Chopra, Anushka Sharma, etc. In this movie she had kids who were facing the camera for the first time. Was that difficult or easy?

Zoya said: “Well the thing that I think was different was- the time of the preparation was expanded. So they had a bigger preparation time, rehearsed more, trained more.

Filmmakers Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti are the creative powerhouses who have captivated the audience with their immersive storytelling over the years. They may not be a director duo in conventional sense but they know how to go about a story and divide the responsibilities everytime they work on a project.

Be it ‘Made In Heaven’, ‘Gully Boy’, ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’, ‘Dil Dhadakane Do’, the two have always backed each other by one of them taking over the reins as a director and the other taking the onus of writing.

They’re now coming up with another film, this time a streaming film — a live action adaptation of ‘Archie’ comics ‘The Archies’.

Zoya has directed the film and has co-written with Reema.

With the trailer of the film getting a good response from the audience, Zoya and Reema spoke with Ians about working witha bunch of newcomers, the experience...

Filmmakers Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti are the creative powerhouses who have captivated the audience with their immersive storytelling over the years. They may not be a director duo in conventional sense but they know how to go about a story and divide the responsibilities everytime they work on a project.

Be it ‘Made In Heaven’, ‘Gully Boy’, ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’, ‘Dil Dhadakane Do’, the two have always backed each other by one of them taking over the reins as a director and the other taking the onus of writing.

They’re now coming up with another film, this time a streaming film — a live action adaptation of ‘Archie’ comics ‘The Archies’.

Zoya has directed the film and has co-written with Reema.

With the trailer of the film getting a good response from the audience, Zoya and Reema spoke with Ians about working witha bunch of newcomers, the experience...