120 Bahadur: Excel Entertainment and Trigger Happy Studios announce the release date of Farhan Akhtar starrer
Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Entertainment, in collaboration with Amit Chandrra’s Trigger Happy Studios, have announced the release date for 120 Bahadur, set to hit theatres on November 21, 2025. The film is a tribute to Maj Shaitan Singh Bhati PVC and the soldiers of Charlie Company, 13 Kumaon Regiment. Set against the backdrop of the 1962 Indo-China war, 120 Bahadur draws inspiration from the legendary Battle of Rezang La, where unparalleled bravery and sacrifice made history.
Since the film’s first announcement, anticipation has steadily grown, fuelled by the powerful first look and motion posters, amplifying excitement ahead of the film’s release. Farhan Akhtar, renowned for his ability to portray a wide range of strong and inspiring characters, takes on the role of Maj Shaitan Singh Bhati PVC.
Announcing the same, the actor shared a powerful poster in November this year, along with the caption that read, “It’s been 62 years since 1962. Today, we honor the unparalleled courage and sacrifice of the heroes of Rezang La. 120 Bahadur is our tribute to the valor and the indomitable spirit of Major Shaitan Singh and his brave men, who stood their ground against insurmountable odds. Their story echoes through time, reminding us of the price of freedom and the strength of unity, with a special salute to the Ahir community, whose sons displayed unmatched bravery in defending our nation.”
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Directed by Razneesh ‘Razy’ Ghai and an Excel Entertainment production, 120 Bahadur promises an extraordinary cinematic journey. With breathtaking visuals and a powerful narrative, the film aims to pay homage to the unwavering bravery of India’s military heroes. True to Excel Entertainment’s legacy of delivering compelling stories, 120 Bahadur is set to deeply resonate with audiences worldwide.
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Bombay HC rejects hotel associations’ appeal, reaffirms Novex NOC compulsory for playing music at events
In a landmark decision, the Bombay High Court has rejected the hotel associations’ appeal on December 12,2024, reaffirming that a NOVEX NOC is compulsory for playing music at events.
This verdict upholds the original judgment passed by Justice R.I. Chagla in favor of Novex in November, dealing a significant setback to hotel associations. The earlier judgement was reported by Bollywood Hungama last month.
The key implications of this ruling include Novex’s authority to issue licenses for all event categories, ensuring fair compensation for music rights holders. Its right to seek relief against venues that repeatedly infringe on their rights, protecting music creators and owners.
This decision is consistent with the Bombay High Court’s earlier ruling, recognizing Novex as a copyright owner. Consequently, Novex can issue music licenses without being registered as a copyright society.
Event organizers and venues must now obtain a NOVEX NOC to play copyrighted music legally, lest they face significant legal repercussions.
EXCLUSIVE: Anil Thadani’s Pushpa 2 locks horns with Baby John over screens; leaves exhibitors in a bind with advance booking halted
Pushpa 2 – The Rule continues to do blockbuster business and the way it has performed in the second week, it is clear that it’ll have another huge weekend. However, moviegoers are surprised that the advance booking of Pushpa 2 – The Rule hasn’t opened in many theatres for the coming weekend. Bollywood Hungama has learned the reason behind it and it has to do with the deadlock between distributors of the Allu Arjun-starrer and that of Baby John, which releases on December 25.
A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Baby John releases on a Wednesday to take advantage of the big Christmas holiday. However, Anil Thadani, distributor of Pushpa 2 – The Rule, has instructed all the exhibitors that they’ll have to play an equal number of shows from Friday, December 20 to Thursday, December 26. This means that they cannot reduce their showcasing of Pushpa 2 from Wednesday, December 25, to accommodate Baby John.”
The source further added, “Anil Thadani has asked all exhibitors to give in writing that this condition has to be met. If they don’t do so, the RO, that is the release order, to play Pushpa 2 – The Rule for the weekend, will not be given. If the RO doesn’t come through, theatres will not be able to play Pushpa 2 – The Rule over this weekend.”
An exhibitor pointed out, “Baby John is being distributed by PVR Inox Pictures. They also distributed Singham Again on Diwali, which clashed with Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, which was distributed by Anil Thadani’s AA Films. He faced many issues in show sharing due to PVR Inox and this move is seen as his way of getting back at them.”
An industry insider commented, “All parties are working hard to find a solution to it. If they accept Thadani ji’s demands, they’ll have to play reduced shows of Pushpa 2 – The Rule until December 24 so that the same number of showcasing can be continued when Baby John releases. Or else, they’ll play Pushpa 2 – The Rule with maximum showcasing, to keep up with the demand, until December 26. In such a scenario, Baby John will get very few shows for two days and will get a full-fledged release only from Friday, December 27.”
Meanwhile, some cinemas have started bookings of Pushpa 2 – The Rule in only limited screens for tomorrow. If the consensus ends with a win-win situation, these theatres will commence advance for the rest of the shows. PVR, Inox, Cinepolis, Mukta, Miraj and other multiplex chains, on the other hand, are waiting for a solution to this conflict before starting bookings for Pushpa 2.
Also Read: Baby John press conference: Varun Dhawan flawlessly imitates Salman Khan; reveals, “He told me, ‘Bada ho gaya hai baby’”
Cynthia Erivo Defended Herself Against MAGA Types Complaining That She Was Cast In “Wicked” Because She’s Black
“There have definitely been conversations about me getting this role as a ‘woke hire.'”
