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India’s biggest legacy media company, Yash Raj Films, announces an exciting creative partnership with Posham Pa Pictures, regarded as one of the most forward-thinking voices in Indian entertainment today. This collaboration will see the two jointly produce theatrical films starting 2025.
Posham Pa Pictures has made acclaimed projects like Kaala Paani, Mamla Legal Hai, Home Shanti and Jaadugar, thereby establishing themselves as a production house with a distinct creative voice like no other. The partners at Posham Pa Pictures, Sameer Saxena, Amit Golani, Biswapati Sarkar and Saurabh Khanna are very excited to take their theatrical journey with YRF.
Akshaye Widhani, CEO of Yash Raj Films, says, “It is truly the coming together of similar creative minds that are constantly striving for excellence by pushing the content envelope. Posham Pa Pictures have shown that they know the pulse of the audience by giving us unique & incredibly fresh stories that have won them unanimous acclaim. Our partnership will now aim to create ground-breaking theatrical experiences for today’s audiences who are seeking out new and novel storytelling to engage, endorse & celebrate.”
This partnership is in line with YRF’s vision to build out a new creative business model under the company’s CEO, Akshaye Widhani, who is strategically building out the studio model within Yash Raj Films.
Sameer Saxena of Posham Pa Pictures, says, “The coming together of YRF & Posham Pa Pictures throw open a world of exciting, unchartered creative possibilities. We are thrilled at the opportunity to jointly create theatrical experiences like never before with YRF and entertain the audience with unique, fresh stories.”
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The trailer of the much-anticipated action drama Baby John, starring Varun Dhawan, has received an enthusiastic endorsement from none other than Shah Rukh Khan. The Bollywood icon shared his admiration on social media, hailing the film’s energetic appeal and praising its cast and crew.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Shah Rukh wrote, “What an exciting trailer. Well done really looking forward to seeing the film….@kalees_dir your #BabyJohn is everything like u. Energetic and full of action. @Atlee_dir go forth and conquer now as a producer. Love u. @Varun_dvn I am so happy to see u like this, all tough. @bindasbhidu deadly u look Jaggu da… @keerthyofficial #WamiqaGabbi all the best…. A complete package, wishing goodness to the whole team.”
The superstar also shared the trailer link with his post.
What an exciting trailer. Well done really looking forward to seeing the film….@kalees_dir your #BabyJohn is everything like u. Energetic and full of action. @Atlee_dir go forth and conquer now as a producer. Love u. @Varun_dvn I am so happy to see u like this, all tough.…
— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) December 9, 2024
Varun Dhawan Responds Gratefully to Shah Rukh’s Support
Varun Dhawan, visibly elated by Shah Rukh Khan’s recognition, replied with heartfelt gratitude. He wrote, “Thank you, @iamsrk sir for your kind words and support for #BabyJohn. Your encouragement is fuel for every artist. Hope to make you proud bade bhaiya.”
Thank you, @iamsrk sir for your kind words and support for #BabyJohn. Your encouragement is fuel for every artist . Hope to make you proud bade bhaiya https://t.co/HclYBa5meo
— VarunDhawan (@Varun_dvn) December 9, 2024
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Varun’s transformation into a rugged, action-packed avatar for Baby John has already garnered widespread appreciation from fans and industry insiders alike.
Atlee Credits Shah Rukh Khan for His Bollywood Journey
At the trailer launch event held in Pune on Monday, the film’s producer and writer Atlee expressed his gratitude towards Shah Rukh Khan, with whom he collaborated on the 2023 blockbuster Jawan. Speaking about SRK’s influence, Atlee remarked,
“Shah Rukh Khan sir, without him, I wouldn’t have made it to Bollywood or directed a film. Now, I’m producing a film because of his support. Wherever you are, please bless us.”
Star-Studded Trailer Launch in Pune
The trailer launch event for Baby John turned into a glamorous affair. Alongside Varun Dhawan, the event featured his co-stars Keerthy Suresh and Wamiqa Gabbi, director Kalees, and producers Atlee, Murad Khetani, and Jyoti Deshpande. Acclaimed composer S. Thaman, who has scored the music for the film, was also present.
Baby John is set to release on December 25, 2024, coinciding with the Christmas holiday. The film will face stiff competition from Shah Rukh Khan’s animated venture Mufasa: The Lion King and Nana Patekar’s intense drama Vanvaas.
Also Read: Baby John trailer launch at Pune: Atlee praises Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan: “Salman has a big heart; Shah Rukh sir, wherever you are, please bless us”
Bollywood star Akshay Kumar has officially announced the release date of his much-anticipated collaboration with filmmaker Priyadarshan. Titled Bhooth Bangla, the horror-comedy is set to hit the big screens on April 2, 2026. The project marks their reunion after 14 years, generating significant buzz among fans.
The announcement was accompanied by a captivating poster shared on Akshay Kumar’s social media. The actor, dressed in a vintage-inspired outfit, looks ready for an adventure. In the poster, Akshay holds a lit lantern, set against the backdrop of a gothic mansion under a stormy sky, with flying bats adding to the spooky vibe. His intense expression and old-school detective-style attire have heightened curiosity about the film’s plot.
For the unversed, the project was announced on Akshay’s 57th birthday this year. In a social media post, he had written, “Thank you for your love on my birthday, year after year! Celebrating this year with the first look of ‘Bhooth Bangla’! I’m beyond excited to join forces with Priyadarshan again after 14 years. This dream collaboration has been a long time coming… can’t wait to share this incredible journey with you all. Stay tuned for the magic!”
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A Reunion Fans Have Been Waiting For
For fans of Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan, this collaboration feels like a walk down memory lane. The duo has previously delivered iconic films like Hera Pheri, Garam Masala, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Bhagam Bhag, and De Dana Dan, which remain cult favorites in Indian cinema. Known for blending humor with engaging storytelling, the pair’s films have left an indelible mark, with their dialogues and scenes still referenced in pop culture.
The film is produced by Akshay Kumar, Shobha Kapoor, Ekta Kapoor, Farah Shaikh, and Vedant Vikas Bali under Balaji Telefilms Limited and Cape of Good Films. Directed by Priyadarshan, Bhooth Bangla is expected to begin filming shortly, making the April 2026 release a date to look forward to.
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Actor and producer Gehena Vashisht was questioned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday in connection with the ongoing Raj Kundra pornography case. The interrogation lasted for more than six hours, during which Gehena disclosed crucial details about her interactions and the operations related to the case.
This marks a significant development in the investigation as Raj Kundra himself has skipped ED summons on two occasions.
Hotshots App and Alleged Connections with Raj Kundra
One of the primary points of Gehena’s questioning revolved around the Hotshots app. Speaking to IANS after her interrogation, Gehena shared, “I have always maintained that I never interacted with Raj Kundra directly. Our interactions used to happen through Umesh Kamath. However, the premises we visited for meetings had ‘Viaan Industries’ written at the entrance. Also, we saw Raj Kundra’s family photo there. So, I am assuming that it’s Raj Kundra’s company. Otherwise, why would anyone else have Raj Kundra’s family photo in their premises?”
Hotshots, an app under scrutiny in the pornography case, was reportedly shut down in November 2020. Gehena stated that she met Raj Kundra for the first time in January 2021 to discuss two upcoming apps, Bollyfame and Jaldilife. “Raj was about to launch Bollyfame and Jaldilife, and our meeting was related to that. Shilpa Shetty was supposed to be the brand ambassador for it,” she added.
Details on Payments and Transactions
Gehena also revealed insights into her payment structure while working on films associated with the case. She disclosed, “I used to receive three lakhs for each movie. After completing each film, I would raise an invoice. The payments were made to my ICICI bank account in GBP (Great Britain Pounds), which I then converted into Indian currency.”
Recent Raids and Legal Proceedings
The ED’s questioning of Gehena comes days after raids were conducted at 15 properties linked to Raj Kundra and his associates in Mumbai and Uttar Pradesh. These searches are part of the ED’s investigation into financial transactions related to the pornography case.
The case against Raj Kundra was first registered by the ED in May 2022. It involves allegations of producing and distributing pornographic content through digital platforms, raising serious questions about the financial operations connected to the apps.
Also Read: Raj Kundra BREAKS SILENCE on recent ED raids, blames media for tarnishinng Shilpa Shetty’s image: “Unacceptable to repeatedly drag my wife’s name”
Popular singer Sonu Nigam recently took to social media to address a disheartening incident during a concert in Rajasthan. The event, Rising Rajasthan, witnessed the singer sharing a heartfelt plea directed at politicians, including Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, for their behavior during the show.
Sonu Nigam’s Video Criticizes Politicians
After the event, Sonu Nigam posted an Instagram video highlighting the issue. He criticized the Rajasthan CM and other politicians for leaving the concert midway, calling it disrespectful to artists and the goddess of knowledge and arts, Maa Saraswati.
In the video, Sonu said, “At the concert, many politicians, including CM sahab, the sports minister, and the youth minister, were present. During the show, I witnessed CM sahab and other people get up midway and leave. After them, other delegates also left. So, it is my humble request to politicians that if you won’t respect artists, then who will?”
Accompanying the video, the singer wrote in his caption, “A humble request to all the respected politicians of India, kindly don’t attend any performance of any artiste if you have to abruptly leave midway. This is disrespectful to art, artists, and Maa Saraswati.”
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An Emotional Appeal to Respect Art
Sonu Nigam’s video didn’t just highlight the actions of the Rajasthan CM but also served as a broader appeal to all politicians. He continued in his message, saying, “Agar aapko uthne jana ho to aya mat karo ya show shuru hone se pehle chale jaya karo” (If you need to leave, don’t come, or leave before the show starts).
His words struck a chord with fans and art enthusiasts, many of whom expressed their agreement in the comments section.
Fans React to Sonu Nigam’s Stand
Fans poured in their support for the singer’s stance, applauding his polite yet firm tone. One user commented, “Very rightly said, sir. Arreee Sonu ji, aap phir se Jaipur aaye hain, ek choti mulaqat ki guzarish hai aapse.” Another added, “This was so very important to bring to light… Absolutely not right to do so.”
One fan lauded the singer’s courage, saying, “Taking a stand politely, humbly, and to the point. This, amongst the many other things, is why I love you!” Another wrote, “Very well said, sir. I always respect your honesty and courage. Thanks for bringing this to light.”