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Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur is reportedly set to bring a fresh chapter to his beloved classic Masoom, with the upcoming sequel tentatively titled Masoom: The Next Generation. As per industry insiders, filming is anticipated to begin in February 2025, and the news has sparked excitement among fans of the original 1983 film, which was lauded for its poignant storytelling and powerful performances.

The original Masoom, which starred Naseeruddin Shah, Shabana Azmi, and a young Jugal Hansraj, captivated audiences with its emotionally layered plot and sensitive exploration of family dynamics and forgiveness. Kapur’s timeless direction left a lasting impact, and fans have long speculated about the possibility of a sequel. Although details on the new cast and storyline remain under wraps, sources suggest the story will center around the complexities of modern-day family relationships, viewed through the eyes of a new generation.

The decision to revisit Masoom has generated significant industry buzz, with Kapur reportedly focusing on evolving the film’s themes to resonate with today’s audiences. A reimagining of Masoom could be both a tribute to the original’s enduring legacy and an exploration of contemporary social issues, promising a nostalgic yet fresh cinematic experience.

While Kapur’s team remains tight-lipped on further details, fans and critics alike eagerly await official confirmations on casting, storyline, and release dates as Masoom: The Next Generation gears up for production.

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REVEALED: Varun Dhawan goes naked for a scene in Citadel: Honey Bunny

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The slick action-packed show, Citadel: Honey Bunny was released today, Thursday, November 7, on Amazon Prime Video and has generated considerable excitement due to the cast, subject and association of Raj and DK, that is, Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK, of The Family Man fame, as directors. Viewers who’ll start streaming the show will be pleasantly surprised to see Varun Dhawan pushing the envelope like never before.

For a scene in the first episode, Varun Dhawan goes completely naked. The shot is brief but his butt can be seen. This is the first time that the rising actor has done something of this sort.

Besides Varun Dhawan, Citadel: Honey Bunny also stars Samantha in the lead role. The other actors in the show are Sikandar Kher, Kay Kay Menon, Simran, Soham Majumdar, Shivankit Singh Parihar and Simran. Kashvi Majumundar plays Honey and Bunny’s daughter Nadia. Interestingly, Nadia also grows up to be a spy like his parents. Her adult version is played by Priyanka Chopra in the show named Citadel.

At the trailer launch of Citadel: Honey Bunny, Varun Dhawan said, “Our series start way before the first Citadel begins. We are set in the 90s. This is almost the way everything began and will determine how the future instalments will play out. We are starting afresh and did not have any references to look up to because we are in the 90s. So, we don’t even have all the crazy gadgets that are available today. And, we had to rely a lot on the things that were built in the 90s.”

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Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa venture into film production with directorial debut of Vivek Daschaudhary: Report

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Actor Rajkummar Rao is embarking on a new path in the film industry as he, along with his wife Patralekhaa, prepares to produce a feature film. This untitled project will be helmed by director Vivek Daschaudhary, who served as an assistant director on the popular web series Guns & Gulaabs (2023). The film, marking Daschaudhary’s feature directorial debut, is expected to start production in January 2025.

Rajkummar has long considered expanding his creative scope beyond acting. After witnessing the phenomenal success of Stree 2, he felt it was the ideal moment to take on production, with Patralekhaa playing a key role in driving the decision. A report by Mid-Day quoted an insider saying, “Raj has been passionate about exploring different dimensions of filmmaking. It was Patralekhaa’s idea that they graduate to production, and after Stree 2’s smashing success, he felt it was the perfect time to dive in.”
Vivek Daschaudhary to Helm the Untitled Project
Rao and Patralekhaa’s maiden production will showcase Vivek Daschaudhary’s directorial vision, an emerging talent with whom the couple shares a strong creative synergy. Daschaudhary’s fresh cinematic perspective deeply resonated with the duo, aligning with their ambition to spotlight unconventional and meaningful stories. According to a source involved with the project, “It’s an unconventional drama. Raj and Vivek both have a deep respect for meaningful stories and want to bring such narratives to the fore. While Raj and Patralekhaa have multiple productions in the works, this will be the first to roll in January.”
A New Era for Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa
With this step into production, Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa underscore their commitment to championing novel voices and authentic stories in Indian cinema. The untitled project is expected to be a direct-to-web release on Netflix.

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Salman Khan Threat Case: 32-year-old man from Rajasthan arrested in Karnataka and handed over to Maharashtra Police; claims to be a fan of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi

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A 32-year-old man from Rajasthan, accused of threatening to kill Bollywood actor Salman Khan, was arrested in Karnataka and handed over to Maharashtra Police on Wednesday, officials said. The accused, Bhikha Ram, also known as Vikram, is a resident of Jalore, Rajasthan.

Haveri Superintendent of Police Anshu Kumar told PTI, “Based on information received from the Maharashtra ATS (Anti-Terrorism Squad), one person was apprehended in Haveri Town and handed over to them today.”

Police sources said the accused had been staying at different locations in Karnataka before settling in Haveri about a month and a half ago. “He had been working at construction sites and was living in a rented room in Gowdar Oni,” they added.

A police source said, “The accused was watching a regional news channel when he suddenly called the Mumbai Police control room and issued a death threat to Salman Khan. He is a daily wage worker and claims to be a fan of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. This is his version, but his detailed interrogation and further investigation will be conducted by the Mumbai Police. Our team only secured him and handed him over to the Mumbai Police.”

The threat message read, “If Salman Khan wants to stay alive, he should go to our temple and apologise or pay ₹5 crore. If he does not do so, we will kill him; our gang is still active.” The sender initially claimed to be the brother of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. A case was filed at the Worli police station against the accused.

“During the investigation, it came to light that the accused hailed from Karnataka, following which a team of Worli police was sent to apprehend him. Bishnoi was nabbed late on Tuesday and after his interrogation, he was placed under arrest by the Worli police,” an official said. The accused was produced before the local court for a transit remand and is being brought to Mumbai.

On the work front, Salman Khan is currently filming for Bigg Boss 18 and his upcoming film Sikandar amid ongoing death threats. He was last seen making a cameo as his iconic Dabangg character Chulbul Pandey in the post-credit scene of Rohit Shetty’s Singham Again.

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