“It is brutal. I feel like every year it gets worse,” Scarlett said of Colin Jost and Michael Che’s famous SNL segment.

View Entire Post ›

Debutante Lakshya and dancer-turned-actor Raghav Juyal’s action-packed film Kill has generated buzz with its intense storyline and gory visuals, but it seems a remake in any Indian language isn’t on the cards yet. Dharma Productions and Sikhya Entertainment, the production houses behind the film, have recently shut down rumours of remake rights being sold.

Kill garnered attention for its unique casting choices. Lakshya, a newcomer, took on the lead role, while Raghav Juyal, known primarily for his dancing skills, surprised audiences with his portrayal of a menacing villain. The film’s brutal fight sequences and “A” certificate rating due to graphic violence further fueled its notoriety.

While the film’s remake rights have been sold to John Wick’s studio for Hollywood remake, reports of potential remakes in various Indian languages began to circulate. However, Dharma Productions has officially denied these claims. The statement read, “Putting the recent speculation surrounding the remake of our film Kill to rest – we confirm that only the English language remake rights have been sold. Indian language versions have not been acquired by any parties yet.”

View this post on Instagram

 
A post shared by Dharma Productions (@dharmamovies)

Previously, reports revealed that Sudheer Babu and Kiran Abbavaram were in the race to acquire rights to the South Indian remake of the movie.

Kill revolves around a love story between Amrit (Lakshya) and Tulika (Tanya Maniktala) who face an arranged marriage challenge. Determined to win back Tulika, Amrit embarks on a daring mission with his friend Viresh (Raghav Juyal), leading them down a path of high-octane action.

As per Deadline, 87Eleven Entertainment, renowned for blockbuster action films like John Wick, will collaborate with Dharma Productions and Sikhya Entertainment on this project. The producers expressed their enthusiasm in a joint statement: “We are thrilled that 87Eleven Entertainment will produce a remake of our film in English.” They view this collaboration as “a big win for Indian cinema” and a testament to the film’s potential for international success.

Kill was released in theatres on July 5, 2024.
ALSO READ: Kill Box Office: Lakshya and Raghav Juyal starrer crosses Rs. 15 crores in 10 days 

Meena Kumari’s biopic has been eagerly anticipated to chronicle her life and artistry. Reports suggested that Kriti Sanon was slated to portray the iconic actress, with fashion designer Manish Malhotra venturing into directing for the first time. However, there’s been a change of plans. The highly anticipated project has been postponed yet again, with filming now expected to begin in early 2025.

According to a report in Mid-day, this isn’t the first time the biopic has faced a delay. Initially planned for a 2023 shoot, it was pushed back by a year. Sources close to the production reveal that Manish Malhotra is meticulously revisiting the script. His vision is for a biopic that captures the essence of Meena Kumari’s life with impeccable accuracy. “The material will be vetted by multiple script doctors before it goes into filming,” a source informed.

Meena Kumari’s story is deeply intertwined with the golden age of Hindi cinema. Recreating that era demands meticulous pre-production planning. The delay allows the team more time to delve into historical details and ensure authenticity. This includes meticulously crafting costumes – a crucial element in portraying one of Hindi cinema’s most celebrated actresses.

As the source further elaborates, “Since it’s a period drama, this allows them ample time for pre-production. Costumes are also a big part when recounting the story of one of Hindi cinema’s finest actors, and their recreation will take time.”

The yet-untitled film promises to be Kriti Sanon’s first biopic in her decade-long career. It aims to be a poignant tribute to Meena Kumari, the actress who earned the moniker “Tragedy Queen” for her unforgettable portrayals of sorrow and resilience on screen. From the timeless classic Baiju Bawra (1952) to Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam (1962) and the unforgettable Pakeezah (1972), Meena Kumari delivered some of Indian cinema’s most treasured performances before her career was tragically cut short in 1972.

While the official title remains under wraps, anticipation for the film is sure to rise as we inch closer to its release in the first half of 2025.
ALSO READ: Kriti Sanon invests in land in The House of Abhinandan Lodha’s project Sol De Alibaug

Ramesh Taurani’s 1998 film Soldier is still regarded as a seminal work in his career. It marks the first of many collaborations between Abbas-Mustan and Bobby Deol, as well as Preity Zinta’s Bollywood debut. The action-thriller was a smash hit at the box office, earning the second-highest gross of the year behind Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. It drew recognition for the chemistry between its principal actors, and its music added to its success.

Deol hinted to a Soldier sequel a while ago, saying that he would like Taurani to make one. And the legendary producer, who just produced the spiritual sequel to Ishq Vishk, Ishq Vishk Rebound, today exclusively confirms to News18 Showsha that his plans for the Soldier franchise will come to fruition shortly. He said, “We’re definitely making a sequel to Soldier. We will begin shooting for the film next year.”

Taurani said, “We aren’t sure about the cast yet. Depends on how the story shapes, we will take a call on whether Bobby and Preity will be a part of it.”

Talking about how Soldier became Zinta’s launch pad despite beginning the shoot of Kya Kehnaa, a teen pregnancy-themed film also produced by Taurani, previously, he said, “We had signed her for Kya Kehnaa first but it released late. While we were making it, Soldier which was a very big film for us was also going on floors. And we ended up casting her in Soldier as well.”

Taurani further stated, “We were concerned how both the trailers would fare if they released at the same time. Even publicity for two films starring the same actor would have been a problem. That’s why we had to release Kareeb earlier.” On a related note, in an interview a while back, Deol had teased the sequel to one his biggest hits saying, “It’s been a long time! Maybe after Animal, Ramesh ji, Tips owner, will think of making Soldier part two with me.”

Also Read : EXCLUSIVE: Ramesh Taurani talks about Ishq Vishk Rebound; says “We can’t charge the same amount for Pathaan as well as Munjya or Ishq Vishk” also reveals “Race 4 will DEFINITELY be made. Soldier 2’s script is being developed”

“My heart breaks a bit for any person who is still caught up in believing there’s an acceptable way to look in order to be loved/ accepted/ respected,” Melanie wrote. “I spent many years in that headspace and it was torture.”

View Entire Post ›

Get ready for chills and laughs, because the wait for Stree 2 is about to get shorter! The makers of the highly anticipated horror-comedy sequel have officially announced the trailer release date. Mark your calendars, because Stree 2’s trailer will be unleashed on July 18, 2024.

Building Anticipation with a Leaked Teaser

This news comes after the film’s release date was confirmed for August 15, 2024. To further heighten the excitement, the makers initially planned to unveil a teaser attached to the theatrical release of the horror-comedy Munjya, starring Sharvari Wagh and Abhay Verma, starting June 14. However, the internet had other plans, as the teaser leaked online shortly after its theatrical debut.

A Glimpse of Box Office Magic

The leaked 54-second teaser promises a return to form for the beloved Stree franchise. Blending scares with side-splitting humour, the glimpse suggests the film has all the makings of a box office juggernaut. The 2018 film, directed by Amar Kaushik and written by Raj & DK, was a runaway success.

Stree 2 at the Box Office: A Three-Way Battle

Stree 2 is all set to hit theaters on Independence Day weekend, August 15th, 2024. However, the film will face stiff competition at the box office, going head-to-head with John Abraham’s action-thriller Vedaa and the multi-starrer comedy Khel Khel Mein featuring Akshay Kumar and Fardeen Khan.

Also Read: Shraddha Kapoor–Rajkummar Rao’s Stree 2 trailer to be attached to Vicky Kaushal, Triptii Dimri, Ammy Virk’s Bad Newz in cinemas

The much-awaited film Deadpool & Wolverine is all set to release worldwide on July 26. The makers opened the advance booking earlier this week, that is, nearly 2 weeks before its release and the results are very encouraging.

As per the data sourced by Bollywood Hungama, as of Monday, July 15, Deadpool & Wolverine has sold nearly 37,000 tickets for the opening day in the three national chains – PVR, Inox and Cinepolis. While around 30,000 tickets were sold in the cinemas of PVR and Inox, the rest were sold in Cinepolis theatres. This is a very encouraging number especially 11 days before release. Needless to say, the ticket sales have been increasing day by day.

Last year, Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning – Part One sold approximately 28,000 tickets in the three national chains 6 days before release. Oppenheimer had sold 90,000 tickets until July 17 and 2 lakh tickets on the release day, that is, July 21, 2023. This year’s biggest Hollywood release, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, had sold 50,000 tickets a day before release and 96,000 tickets were sold on the morning of the release day. All these films had an opening of more than Rs. 10 crores. While Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning – Part One opened at Rs. 12.27 crores, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire had a healthy opening of Rs. 12.60 crores. Oppenheimer, meanwhile, opened at a huge Rs. 14.45 crores.

As a result, one can expect Deadpool & Wolverine to also open in double digits. It now remains to be seen if it is able to cross Oppneheimer’s first-day earnings. A clearer picture in this regard will emerge next week.

The blockbuster ticket pricing has also gone in its favour also, as of now, the rates are lower than Oppenheimer. The Christopher Nolan-directorial made news when its IMAX tickets in the recliner class were sold at a record Rs. 2450 in PVR IMAX, Lower Parel, Mumbai.  At present, the most expensive ticket at the same theatre for Deadpool & Wolverine is priced at Rs. 1900.

What’s also significant is that Deadpool & Wolverine is an ‘A’ rated film and yet, the collections are going to be tremendous. This will make the superhero comedy the biggest adult Hollywood opener in India.

These ticket sales have spread cheer and were much needed especially after the poor collections of Hindustani 2 and Sarfira. Meanwhile, Bad Newz will release this week and it’s also a film that will turn the tide at the box office, along with Deadpool & Wolverine.

Also Read: Deadpool & Wolverine: Advance booking open for Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman starrer for Indian fans

1. Samsung may infuse Galaxy AI features in older phones  The Hindu
2. Samsung spreads foldable love: One UI 6.1.1 brings Z Fold6/Flip6 features to older devices  Business Today
3. Samsung AI Push: These Galaxy Devices Will Get The New Features With One UI 6.1 Update  News18
4. One UI 6.1.1 Update Brings Exciting New Features to Samsung Devices  Gizchina.com
5. One UI 6.1.1 to bring Galaxy Z Fold6/Flip6 features to older Samsung phones – GSMArena.com news  GSMArena.com

The comic caper Bad Newz will release this Friday and the excitement for it is tremendous among the moviegoers and trade thanks to its entertaining trailer, fresh cast and chartbuster songs. A few days ago, it was reported that the film had been passed by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). In this report, Bollywood Hungama will inform readers of the cuts enforced on Bad Newz.

As per the cut list, the film hasn’t got any audio cut. However, the Examining Committee of the CBFC has censored three scenes, involving two characters kissing. There are three such scenes, one of 9 seconds, the second of 10 seconds and the third of 8 seconds. In all, the CBFC made changes in these three scenes, totalling 27 seconds.

Interestingly, the cut list mentions the ‘visual of lip-lock be modified’ and also that not a single frame has been cut. It now remains to be seen how the kissing scenes have been ‘modified’ and viewers will get to know once they see the film.

The other changes asked by the CBFC were very minor like replacing a disclaimer in the beginning, inserting the anti-alcohol static and increasing the font size of the anti-alcohol static.

Once these changes were made, Bad Newz was granted a U/A certificate by the CBFC. The length of the film, as mentioned on the censor certificate, is 142 minutes. In other words, Bad Newz is 2 hours and 22 minutes long.

Bad Newz stars Vicky Kaushal, Triptii Dimri and Ammy Virk with Neha Dhupia in a supporting role. It is directed by Anand Tiwari and produced by Karan Johar of Dharma Productions, Anand Tiwari and Amritpal Singh Bindra of Leo Media Collective Pvt Ltd and Manish Menghani of Amazon Prime. It is all set to release on July 19.

Also Read: Vicky Kaushal, Triptii Dimri, and Ammy Virk enjoy parathas in Delhi while promoting Bad Newz

Aman Preet Singh, the brother of star Rakul Preet Singh, was detained in Hyderabad along with four others for allegedly using cocaine.

After raid on a flat in Hydershakotla in Narsingi, Telangana police said, “We seized 199 grams of cocaine worth ₹ 35 lakh, two passports, two bikes, 10 cell phones and other incriminating material from their possession.”

The Telangana Anti Narcotics Bureau, Cyberabad Police’s Special Operations Team (SOT), and Rajendranagar Police detained five drug dealers, including two Nigerians, for distributing cocaine to high-profile clientele in the city.

Avinash Mohanty, the Cyberabad Commissioner of Police, stated that Aman is one of those clients.

Five of the 13 users were detained, and all five had positive cocaine tests on their urine samples.

Aniketh, Prasad, Aman, Madhu, and Nikhil are the five individuals detained.

“It is an ardent request from Telangana Anti-Narcotics Bureau to the youth/students not to fall prey to drugs and request the parents to keep a watch on the activities of their children and feel free to approach police,” the Telangana police said in a statement.

Rakul Preet Singh was summoned by the Enforcement Directorate last year for a narcotics trafficking and usage case. The investigating agency recorded the 33-year-old actor’s statement in this case in both 2022 and 2021.

Also Read : Rakul Preet Singh masters the art of sophisticated style in red