EXCLUSIVE: Kartik Aaryan to launch Chandu Champion’s trailer in his hometown Gwalior on May 18

EXCLUSIVE: Kartik Aaryan to launch Chandu Champion’s trailer in his hometown Gwalior on May 18

A massive trailer launch is on the cards for Chandu Champion on May 18 after successfully dropping the first poster for the film today. Sajid Nadiadwala and Kabir Khan plan to launch the trailer of the film in Kartik Aaryan’s home town. Kartik will showcase the trailer of his proudest film in his hometown.

Today, Kartik’s langot appearance grabbed all the attention and has heated the atmosphere. The first poster is surely the biggest to come out in recent times and set social media and the entire industry buzzing about it. The fans and the audiences are pouring love on the poster and all eyes are now on the trailer. After years of hard work, struggle, and tasting global success owing to remarkable performances, and blockbusters and also gaining a crazy fan base for himself, this will be the first time in a long period that Kartik Aaryan will be visiting his hometown, Gwalior.

His entire journey so far in the industry is nothing short of a ‘Champion’ and he has proved himself on every front. Kartik Aaryan emerges as Champion in real life and this will be the biggest moment for him, his family, his fans and the audiences equally. Talking about Chandu Champion, the actor has prepared very hard for his character and his appearance in the first poster speaks a lot about the effort he has poured in.

Jointly produced by Sajid Nadiadwala and Kabir Khan, Chandu Champion is set for a June 14, 2024 release, and is poised to leave an indelible mark on the hearts of audiences worldwide.

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Tamannaah Bhatia and Raashii Khanna’s Aranmanai 4 to release in Hindi on May 24

Tamannaah Bhatia and Raashii Khanna’s Aranmanai 4 to release in Hindi on May 24

Tamannaah Bhatia and Raashii Khanna starrer Tamil film Aranmanai 4 wreaked havoc at the box office, and now, the film is set to release in Hindi. Tamannaah Bhatia and Raashii Khanna fans can enjoy the horror-comedy in Hindi in their nearest theatres from May 24 onwards. The Tamil version has been received well by the audience as well as the critics. It has crossed Rs 70 crore at the box office and is set to touch Rs 100 crore soon. The film ended the Tamil industry’s dry spell and emerged as the first Tamil hit of 2024. It is also the highest-grossing film in the franchise.

Aranmanai 4 has become yet another prestigious addition to the filmographies of Tamannaah and Raashii that boasts several hits. Fans of Tamannaah and Raashii hailed their performance in the horror-comedy, and are looking forward to witnessing more projects from them. Their song ‘Achacho’ also received a lot of love from the audience, and went viral on social media platforms.

Apart from Tamannaah and Raashii, the film featured Sundar C in the lead role along with an ensemble cast that included Ramachandra Raju, Santhosh Prathap, Kovai Sarala, Yogi Babu, VTV Ganesh, Delhi Ganesh and K. S. Ravikumar in pivotal roles. It is directed and written by Sundar C.

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Bobby Deol in talks to play antagonist in Saif Ali Khan – Priyadarshan’s thriller, shoot to comment in July 2024: Report

Bobby Deol in talks to play antagonist in Saif Ali Khan – Priyadarshan’s thriller, shoot to comment in July 2024: Report

Priyadarshan is gearing up for a busy period. Fresh off the success of his social satire Corona Papers (April 2023), he’s diving into a diverse mix of projects, including two Hindi films and a potential Malayalam thriller. One particularly exciting project is a Hindi thriller featuring Saif Ali Khan in the lead role. Reports suggest a captivating narrative with Khan taking on the challenging role of a blind man. The actor has reportedly expressed strong interest in the project, and filming could commence as early as July-August 2024, with a tight 40-day schedule.

Speaking to Pinkvilla, a source close to the production revealed, “Priyadarshan has become a master of crafting suspenseful thrillers in Malayalam cinema. Now, he’s looking to create one in Hindi with Saif Ali Khan at the helm. Talks are ongoing, but they’re still in the very early stages.”

The source elaborated, “The script is complete, and the main focus right now is securing the final cast and locking in a production house. We should have a clearer picture about the film’s development within the next two weeks, given its current nascent stage.”

A report in the publication suggests that Bobby Deol has also entered the picture. Apparently, Deol heard the story a few weeks ago and expressed keen interest in joining the project. According to a source, “Bobby was very impressed by the concept, particularly the character’s complex journey filled with unexpected turns. While he might initially appear as the antagonist, the character actually serves as a parallel lead to Saif Ali Khan’s protagonist.”

The source further revealed Deol’s excitement about collaborating with both Khan and Priyadarshan. The source added, “Bobby is looking forward to a thrilling face-off with Saif Ali Khan under Priyadarshan’s direction. He has a busy schedule for the next six months, but he’s trying to clear a few weeks to accommodate the 30-day shoot for this thriller. He absolutely loves the script and is actively working on the logistics to make it work.”

With a proposed marathon schedule of 35 days in July, the makers aim to wrap up filming by August. “Priyadarshan is eager to bring this story to Hindi audiences,” shared the source. “Casting is currently underway, and if everything falls into place, this thriller will begin production before his fantasy comedy with Akshay Kumar.”

The final shooting schedule hinges on securing the remaining cast members and aligning everyone’s dates. Interestingly, the source concluded, “Saif Ali Khan is also waiting to finalize his involvement until the antagonist is confirmed.”

This untitled thriller promises a unique dynamic between Saif Ali Khan and Bobby Deol, and audiences can expect to see it hit the big screen sometime in 2025.

In the meantime, Saif Ali Khan has a packed schedule filled with diverse projects. These include Devara: Part 1 alongside Jr. NTR and Janhvi Kapoor, Jewel Thief with Jaideep Ahlawat, and Click Shankar directed by Balaji Mohan.
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Rakesh Sawant prays for the speedy recovery of Rakhi Sawant; accuses her haters for her condition saying, “God will punish them”

Rakesh Sawant prays for the speedy recovery of Rakhi Sawant; accuses her haters for her condition saying, “God will punish them”

Known to share a great rapport with media, Rakhi Sawant has been a celebrity who wears her heart on her sleeve and is often sharing her thoughts uninhibitedly on camera. The actress, who was caught in a legal controversy owing to her former husband Adil Khan, was reportedly admitted to the hospital on May 13, following some health issues and photos of her from there found its way on social media with fans expressing concern. Now, her brother Rakesh Sawant shared his grief over the sad state of the actress-dancer’s health and revealed that she has been suffering from heart issues.

Rakesh Sharma, who is the brother of Rakhi, revealed that the near and dear ones of the actress-dancer betrayed her after their mother passed away last year. Rakesh told TimesNow in an interview, “We are disturbed. Jabse humare mom ki death hui hai, tabse Rakhi ko saare uske apne jo publicity le rahe the, jo usko use kar rahe the aur paise kha rahe the, sab uske khilaf ho gaye hai. Usko torture kar rahe hai. Adil, jiske pass ek rupaya nahi tha, woh abhi Rakhi ka paisa khaa ke baitha hai. Usne Rakhi ke saare aas pass ke logon se dosti karke abhi uske khilaf use kar raha hai (Ever since our mother has passed away, since then, everyone who has been piggybacking on Rakhi’s publicity and spending her money, turned against her. Adil, who did not even have anything, too has taken a hefty sum from her. He also manipulated all her near and dear ones against her).

He also addressed the subject of the chargesheet being filed against her by Adil. “Woh bhaagi bhaagi phir rahi hai. Maa ke jaane ka itna saara tension hone ke bawajood, woh media ke saamne aayi. Police ne abhi tak chargesheet nahi di hai taki woh bail na le sake. Saare log uss pareshaan kar rahe hai. Adil police aur media walon ko paise khila kar sab kuch karwa raha hai. Upar wala dekh raha hai. Rakhi ke fans uske saath hai (She kept running everywhere to find a solution. After our mother’s death, she was undergoing extreme tension, and yet, she always opened up to the media. The police has not given us the chargesheet, so that he can apply for bail. Everyone has been troubling her. Adil has bribed everyone including the media and police. But let me tell you that God is seeing everything. Rakhi’s fans are with her to support).”

Furthermore, along with expressing concern, Rakesh Sawant also requested fans to pray for her speedy recovery. In the same breath, he also assured that God will punish everyone who has troubled his sister. “Bhagwan toh sabse badla lega aur sabko batayega ki haqeeqat kya hai. Maa ke jaane ke baad humara ghar bikhar gaya. Agar Rakhi ko kuch hua toh inki zindagi toh barbaad hogi hi aur desh mein Rakhi ke jo fans hai, woh inn sabko chodenge nahi. Aaj Rakhi ko media, fans aur police walon ki zaroorat hai (God will definitely punish them and will unveil the truth. After my mother’s death, our home is completely destroyed. If something happens to Rakhi, then their (all haters) lives will definitely ruined and Rakhi’s fans too will not spare them. Today, Rakhi needs her media, fans, and police’s support).”

“Please pray for her. Uska proper operation ho jaye aur phir se woh media ke saamne hasti khelti aaye. Bas woh hospital se bahar aa jaye, yahi meri aur meri family ki dua hai (Let’s hope her operation is successfully and she returns as the cheerful person that she is. I am just praying for her to come out of the hospital),” he concluded.

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Deepika Padukone becomes only Indian actor recognised as a global disruptor in entertainment by Deadline

Deepika Padukone becomes only Indian actor recognised as a global disruptor in entertainment by Deadline

Deepika Padukone has been recognized as a disruptor for 2024 by the international publication Deadline. This recognition places her among a select group of influential figures who are reshaping the entertainment industry. Notably, Deepika is the only Indian star on the list, solidifying her status as a trailblazer on the world stage. She stands alongside Eva Longoria and Uma Thurman among others!

The recognition highlights Deepika’s significant impact on the global entertainment landscape. For two consecutive years, she has jumpstarted India’s box office with successful films. Her journey from Bollywood to global stardom has been remarkable. She has presented at the Oscars and BAFTAs, served on the jury at Cannes, and been featured on the cover of TIME magazine. Deepika was also the first Indian to unveil a FIFA World Cup trophy, showcasing her unparalleled influence.

This recognition is a testament to Deepika’s ability to transcend cultural and geographical boundaries. Her passion for cinema and her appreciation for the collaborative nature of the industry, where she excels as both an actor and producer, are well known.

Deepika’s influence extends beyond acting. She is a vocal advocate for mental health awareness. Her foundation, Live Love Laugh, works tirelessly to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues in India and around the world. This advocacy has earned her immense respect and admiration.
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