News

Has Kapil Sharma Started Filming For Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Kapil Sharma is one of India’s biggest celebrities, and his talk shows have redefined the country’s comedy and interview genre. While his comedy timing and hosting abilities are well known, Sharma has also ventured into acting occasionally. He had a cameo in 2024’s Crew and played a leading role in Zwigato and Firangi, both of which were hailed critically. However, his acting career began in 2015 with Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon.

In the movie, he played the role of Kumar Shiv Ram Kishan Punj and starred opposite four actresses, Sai Lokur, Manjari Fadnis, Simran Kaur Mundi, and Elli Avram. Besides them, the movie also starred Arbaaz Khan and Varun Sharma in major roles. Directed by the duo of Abbas-Mustan, the film was made on a budget of ₹16 Crore and had a box office gross of about ₹72 Crore.

Ram Gopal Varma Recalls The Sholay 2 Idea Pitched By Sascha Sippy (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Ram Gopal Varma is one of Bollywood’s most famous directors, best known for movies like Rangeela and Satya. However, he was also behind Rgv Ki Aag, a 2007 remake of perhaps the most iconic Indian film, Sholay. Despite the vision of Varma and a star cast of Mohanlal, Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgn, and Sushmita Sen, the film was a commercial and critical flop. However, Varma has now revealed that this was not the only movie in which he would incorporate the elements of Sholay.

Speaking to Galatta India, the maverick filmmaker revealed that Sascha Sippy, nephew of Sholay director Ramesh Sippy, once pitched the idea of a sequel centered around Gabbar Singh’s son. Furthermore, Sippy also wanted to cast Jackie Chan in a role for the movie. However, the concept didn’t sit well with Rgv,...

Deewaar Box Office: Amitabh Bachchan’s Film Was The 3rd Highest Grosser Of 1975! (Photo Credit – Prime Video)

Amitabh Bachchan is indeed one of the biggest superstars, Indian Cinema has witnessed. However, it was the writer duo Salim Javed who turned Big B into the Angry Young Man of the Indian Cinema. One of the biggest blockbusters delivered by the trio was Deewaar that was released on January 24, 1975!

Helmed by Yash Chopra, it was the third highest-grossing of the year 1975 at the box office after Sholay and Jai Santoshi Maa, both of which released on August 15, 1975, resulting into one of the biggest clashes of Indian Cinema.

Deewaar Box Office 1975

The film was mounted on a budget of almost 1.3 crore, and it earned 4.75 crore in India, making a huge profit of 3.45 crore and churning out 265.38% return on investment. While the film is one of the brightest achievements of Amitabh Bachchan and Yash Chopra’s careers,...

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani Re-Release Box Office Day 9 Update! ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Despite new releases, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani re-release is among the go-to choice of audience. Starring Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Kalki Koechlin, and Aditya Roy Kapur, the romantic comedy was a superhit affair in 2013. The streak of super success continues as it enjoys massive profits at the box office. Check out day 9 updates!

Directed by Ayan Mukerji, Yjhd gained cult-classic status and is celebrated for its fairytale romance and friendship. Cine-goers are having a gala time in theatres, and videos of the audiences grooving to Badtameez Dil are viral on social media platforms.

Re-Release Box Office Collections

Re-released on January 3, 2025, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani is enjoying humongous buzz nationwide. It earned 1.40 crores* on the second Saturday, which is again 21% higher than its opening day of 1.15 crores.

Trending Rekhachithram Box Office Collection Day 2: Asif Ali’s Film Only...

When Meena Kumari’s Estranged Husband Kamal Amrohi Took An Alleged Revenge From Dharmendra ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Tragedy queen Meena Kumari’s life was marred by several tragedies, especially in her personal life. Despite tasting stardom with around 90 films in her glorious film career, it was her troubled marriage with director Kamal Amrohi that grabbed several eyeballs. However, did you know that the actress was also rumored to have been in a relationship with Dharmendra? This speculation had also not gone down well with Amrohi who had allegedly taken revenge from the actor on the sets of the film Razia Sultan.

According to Bollywood Shaadi, the actress was rumored to have an affair with Dharmendra after her marriage with Kamal Amrohi had hit a rough patch. This left the latter enraged, who was speculated to have taken revenge on the Sholay actor on the sets of Razia Sultan. The movie...

The following review contains no spoilers for “Pushpa 2: The Rule” apart from what is contained in teasers, trailers, and lyrical song videos. The review is based on the Telugu-language IMAX release, subtitled in English.

The question of “What is the biggest Indian film of all time” has many different potential answers. International gross? “Dangal”. Domestic? “Baahubali 2: The Conclusion.” Footfalls? Likely “Sholay” or “Mughal-e-Azam”, though “Baahubali 2” has a claim there too. In a year that has been frankly disappointing for mass cinema overall, cinephiles have watched the promise of the next “1000cr Club” movie bandied about for films that struggled to earn a tenth of that amount, or whose inflated budget made even a record-breaking gross barely break even. Beloved directors known for making mass films with sophisticated twists have let down audiences with trite and outdated content and stories that seem to only exist to set up a sequel.

This Sholay scene rook 23 days to shoot (Photo Credit – YouTube)

If asked to name a single film that has defined Hindi cinema, he will probably reply with the movie Sholay. Few movies in Indian cinema have achieved the iconic status of Sholay. Released in 1975, the film was directed by Ramesh Sippy and penned by the duo of Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar. It featured an ensemble cast of Dharmendra, Hema Malini, Amitabh Bachchan, Sanjeev Kumar, Jaya Bachchan, and Amjad Khan, who all had career-defining performances in the film.

Over the years, many stories about the making of Sholay have surfaced, taking fans through the effort that went into creating this masterpiece. Most recently, director Ramesh Sippy, at the International Film Festival of India (Iffi), unveiled the dedication behind a simple minute-long scene between Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan. While it was just a minute for the fans, it took weeks for...

“Superboys of Malegaon” is a dynamic celebration of passion, creativity, and the transformational power of storytelling. This cinematic odyssey, directed by Reema Kagti and slated to be released in early 2025, tells the incredible true story of amateur filmmakers from a small Indian hamlet who converted their movie-obsessed dreams into reality.

Adarsh Gourav plays Nasir Shaikh, a devoted cinema enthusiast who transforms his struggling video shop into a hub for local filmmaking. The cast, which includes Vineet Kumar Singh as the idealistic writer Farogh and Shashank Arora as their supportive buddy Shafique, brings to life a narrative that is half underdog story, part love letter to cinema.

After making waves at the Toronto International Film Festival and prepping for its European premiere at the BFI London Film Festival, “Superboys of Malegaon” promises to be more than just a movie—it’s a testimony to the universal desire to create art overall circumstances.

On International Men’s Day, The Chenab Times revisits iconic duos that have set friendship goals in Indian cinema.

Bollywood has long been a treasure trove of stories celebrating human relationships in all their forms. On International Men’s Day, The Chenab Times takes a closer look at the enduring bromances in Indian cinema that have brought camaraderie, support, and strength to the forefront.

From tales of unwavering loyalty to partnerships that inspire through collective strength, these iconic on-screen male friendships showcase how men uplift one another and navigate life’s challenges together. Here’s a look at some of Bollywood’s most memorable bromances:

1. Jai and Veeru – “Sholay” (1975)

The epitome of Bollywood bromance, Jai and Veeru from Sholay remain an unmatched representation of loyalty and sacrifice. Their deep bond, immortalized by the song “Yeh Dosti,” epitomizes how true friendship can endure through thick and thin.

2. Munna and Circuit – “Munna...

In a move to bolster film preservation across borders, India’s Film Heritage Foundation (Fhf) is teaming with French diplomatic missions in India, Sri Lanka and the Maldives on a two-year project dubbed Fisch (France-India-Sri Lanka Cine Heritage).

Supported by the French Embassy and the French Institute in India, alongside the French Embassy in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, the project spans over two years with a focus on training, film restoration, preservation and outreach.

The partnership has kicked off with a film preservation and restoration workshop, which continues till Nov. 14 in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, southern India. The workshop, organized with the International Federation of Film Archives (Fiaf), is hosting 67 participants for intensive training in film restoration and preservation techniques. The initiative features faculty from prestigious French institutions including Cinémathèque de Toulouse, Fondation Jérôme Seydoux-Pathé and Institut National de l’Audiovisuel (Ina).

Among the project’s first initiatives is the restoration...

Javed Akhtar shares why he asked Amitabh Bachchan to sign Zanjeer without conditions. ( Photo Credit – YouTube; Instagram )

Amitabh Bachchan possibly wouldn’t have reached the pinnacle of his Bollywood career had there been no Zanjeer (1973) in his life. The Salim-Javed-written drama was a game-changer for Shahenshah, which initiated a new era of Amitabh Bachchan in the Hindi film industry. However, not many fans wouldn’t know that Bachchan was reluctant to do the movie.

Yes, you heard it right! Amitabh Bachchan wasn’t very willing to do it as his movies were tanking at the box office one after the other. He wasn’t a big deal either then, and Rajesh Khanna was ruling the industry.

However, writers Salim-Javed saw something special in him, and when they were done with Zanjeer’s writing, they wanted Bachchan to do it. However, the movie’s director, Prakash Mehra, wasn’t willing to...

Sholay Continues To Rank #1 In Highest Footfalls Of All-Time In India, Check Out The Top 5 (Photo Credit – Amazon Prime Video)

Hindi box office witnesses hundreds of releases in a single year. But can you believe there’s one film that has remained unbeatable in 49 long years? We’re talking about Sholay, which has registered the highest footfalls ever. In fact, Baahubali 2 is the only film in the 21st century that has made it to the top 5. Scroll below for a detailed analysis.

Sholay’s 49 years-long record

Every Bollywood buff, even those born in the last decade, would know Jai, Veeru, and Basanti. Ramesh Sippy’s directorial Sholay is one of the most iconic Bollywood movies. It starred Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Hema Malini, Jaya Bhaduri, and Amjad Khan, among others. Released in November 1975, it remained the highest-grossing film in India until the release of Hum Aapke Hai Koun..! (1994).

Sholay has been...

Following a group of small-town, DIY Indian filmmakers, Reema Kagti’s “Superboys of Malegaon” is a moving crowd-pleaser that constantly reaffirms its importance through its central theme. Although the film, which is based on real events, often tries to cover too much ground, it continually circles back to the idea that people must see themselves reflected in art, not just out of want, but out of deep desire stemming from need, in order to live with dignity.

Spanning events from 1997 through the early 2010s, the Bollywood biopic primarily follows photographer and wedding videographer Nasir Sheikh (Adarsh Gourav), a lovelorn man in the tiny city of Malegaon, whose few-hundred-mile distance from Mumbai, India’s financial and cinematic capital, may as well be measured in lightyears. Nasir runs a failing movie theater with his older brother Nihal (Gyanendra Tripathi), where he insists on showing Buster Keaton and Charlie Chaplin classics rather than the latest Bollywood fare,...

With so many solemn subjects coming out of the fall festivals, it’s nice to find a crowd-pleasing charmer offering the most straightforward of stories: a group of lovable misfits decides to put on a show.

As is required with any overly-familiar template, it’s the specifics that stand out. “Superboys of Malegaon,” which premiered on Friday at the Toronto International Film Festival, is based on the true adventures of amateur director Nasir Shaikh, the star of Faiza Ahmad Khan’s 2012 documentary “Supermen of Malegaon.” Khan’s doc captured some of the fairy-tale qualities of Shaikh’s story, and now director Reema Kagti expands them further with her uplifting fictionalized biopic.

The film begins in 1997, when Nasir (Adarsh Gourav) is an unfocused young man living in the small Indian city of Malegaon. He works in his family’s dilapidated video store, which he’s also turned into a makeshift movie theater.

As Tumbbad makes a triumphant return to theaters after 6 years, produced by Sohum Shah Films, the film’s excitement has reached new heights with the official announcement of a sequel—Tumbbad 2. The re-release has not only revived the magic of this fantasy folklore classic but has also set records with its first-day numbers. Audiences nationwide have embraced the film with great enthusiasm, driving its re-release to unprecedented success.

On its re-release, Tumbbad shattered its original box office records and became the first film in the history of Indian cinema to surpass iconic collections of films like Sholay, Mughal-e-Azam, and Rockstar on its opening day as a re-release. This historic achievement further cements Tumbbad’s legacy as a timeless cinematic masterpiece.

Adding to the frenzy, the announcement of Tumbbad 2 was made through a powerful video unit. The teaser opens with Vinayak and his son Pandurang, with Sohum Shah’s voiceover...

In a cinematic collision of high-profile talent and grassroots grit, powerhouse duo Reema Kagti and Zoya Akhtar are bringing the DIY spirit of India’s small-town filmmakers to the global stage with “Superboys of Malegaon” at the Toronto Film Festival.

Director Kagti and producer Akhtar’s latest film explores the world of low-budget filmmaking in Malegaon, a small town in Maharashtra, India. The duo have collaborated on several hit projects including “Dahaad,” “Made in Heaven” and “Gully Boy.”

“Superboys of Malegaon” is a fiction feature that reimagines the spirit of Malegaon’s passionate filmmakers who create their own versions of popular movies on shoestring budgets, including “Sholay,” “Shaan,” “Don,” “Lagaan” and “Rangeela.”

The film draws inspiration from the life of Nasir Sheikh, a resourceful DIY filmmaker from Malegaon, western India, whose innovative work was previously showcased in Faiza Ahmad Khan’s beloved 2008 documentary “Supermen of Malegaon.”

The project’s journey...

Prime Video is set to premiere “Angry Young Men,” a three-part documentary series that captures the personal and professional journey of legendary screenwriting duo Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar, known collectively as Salim-Javed.

Produced by Salman Khan Films, Excel Media & Entertainment and Tiger Baby, the docu-series is executive produced by Salma Khan, Salman Khan, Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti. It delves into how Salim-Javed revolutionized Indian cinema in the 1970s by reinventing the Bollywood formula, introducing ‘angry young man’ heroes in a romance-dominated industry, and popularizing the action-drama genre. The original ‘angry young man’ was Amitabh Bachchan who, after a string of middling films, began his journey to superstardom with Prakash Mehra’s “Zanjeer” (1973), written by Salim-Javed.

When producer Zoya Akhtar, daughter of Javed Akhtar, set out to chronicle their story, she knew it was a tale long overdue for telling. “I grew up with them and watching these films,...

Salman Khan’s deep bond with his father, Salim Khan, was once again highlighted during the recent trailer launch of the documentary Angry Young Men in Mumbai. The father-son duo attended the event with other family members, and Salman took the opportunity to express his admiration and love for his father through a heartfelt post on his social media accounts. Sharing a picture where he stands behind his seated father, Salman captioned it, “DadLee Man – My Father God,” showcasing the respect and affection he holds for Salim Khan.

In the picture, Salman Khan is seen wearing a full-sleeved black T-shirt with faded jeans, while Salim Khan is dressed in a light shirt, white trousers, and a puffer jacket. The post quickly garnered attention, with celebrities like Priyanka Chopra, Dia Mirza, and Aditya Roy Kapur liking it, while fans poured in comments praising them as the “greatest father-son duo of Bollywood.

Dharmendra, affectionately known as the “He-Man” of Bollywood, has enjoyed a prolific career spanning several decades. He rose to prominence in the mid-1960s with a string of successful films that established him as one of the leading stars of the era. His memorable performances in movies like Ayee Milan Ki Bela, Phool Aur Patthar, Aaye Din Bahar Ke, Ankhen, Shikar, Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke, Jeevan Mrityu, Mera Gaon Mera Desh, Seeta Aur Geeta, Raja Jani, Jugnu, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Dost, Sholay, Hukumat, Aag Hi Aag, and The Burning Train cemented his status as a versatile and beloved actor.

As his career progressed into the late 1990s, Dharmendra transitioned into character roles, continuing to impress audiences with his performances in films like Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya, Life in a… Metro, Apne, Johnny Gaddaar, and Yamla Pagla Deewana. These roles showcased his ability to adapt to the changing dynamics of...

The highly anticipated documentary series Angry Young Men is set to delve into the iconic partnership of the legendary writer-lyricist duo Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar, who revolutionized Hindi cinema with their storytelling. The series, releasing on August 20, will feature testimonials and insights from some of Bollywood’s biggest names, including Amitabh Bachchan, Shabana Azmi, Salman Khan, and Farhan Akhtar, among others.

The trailer, released by Prime Video, offers a glimpse into the timeless legacy of Salim-Javed, with Bollywood celebrities reflecting on the duo’s unparalleled impact on the industry. Salman Khan opens the video, expressing his nervousness, while Farhan Akhtar reflects on his personal connection to the films his father, Javed Akhtar, wrote. The trailer also revisits Amitabh Bachchan’s iconic line from Deewar, “Main aaj bhi feke hue paise nahi uthata,” highlighting the powerful dialogues that have become a part of Indian cinematic history.

Zoya Akhtar emphasizes the rarity of Salim-Javed’s success,...

Rising Indian star Taha Shah Badussha, known for his breakout role in Netflix’s “Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar,” has signed a three-film deal with Ramesh Sippy Entertainment. The actor played Tajdar Baloch in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s global hit series.

Ramesh Sippy is one of the giants of Indian cinema, best known for “Sholay” (1975), one of the country’s all time hits. His credits as a director also include “Andaz” (1971), “Seeta Aur Geeta” (1972), “Shaan” (1980), “Shakti” (1982), “Saagar” (1985) and television magnum opus “Buniyaad” (1987).

Projects produced under the Ramesh Sippy Entertainment banner include films “Bluffmaster” (2005), “Taxi No. 9 2 11: Nau Do Gyarah” (2006), “Dum Maaro Dum” (2011) and “Nautanki Saala” (2013) and hit Netflix series “Aranyak.”

Badussha’s credits also include ZEE5 Mughal empire saga “Taj: Divided by Blood” (2023), where he played prince Murad, and he has “Paro: The Untold Story of Slavery” coming up.

The first of Badussha’s three films with Ramesh Sippy...

Highlights From Arbaaz Khan’s Upcoming Show. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Arbaaz Khan is an Indian actor who works predominantly in the Hindi film industry and is also the younger brother of superstar Salman Khan. The multifaceted actor returns with his celebrity chat show, The Invincibles Series Season 2. Bollywood legends share their life stories, and the latest promo of the show was revealed recently. Ramesh Sippy, Asha Parekh, Shabana Azmi, and other veterans will grace the show in the second season.

Arbaaz is not only an actor but also a director. He directed Salman in Dabbang 2. The actor is also a producer, and his production house is called Arbaaz Khan Productions. Keep scrolling for more.

On Tuesday, Arbaaz Khan shared the promo for his show The Invincibles Series Season 2. The teaser showcased the veteran actors, directors, and producers who would appear in the upcoming season. We have picked up a few highlights from the promo,...

After becoming the first-ever Indian film to launch its first at San Diego Comic-Con last summer, Vyjayanthi Movies have released the official final trailer for Kalki 2898 Ad.

The upcoming sci-fi epic, directed by Nag Ashwin (Yevade Subramanyam; Mahanati; Pitta Kathalu), is expected to be the first installment in a planned Kalki Cinematic Universe and is reportedly the second-most expensive Indian film ever produced with an estimated ₹600 crore (US$72 million) production budget.

While plot details remain relatively scarce, a brief synopsis describes the ambitious film as such, "Set against the backdrop of Indian mythology and a dystopian society in the desertified city of Kasi in 2898 Ad, the only city now known to exist, ruled by a totalitarian elite, Supreme Yaskin, from a hovering megastructure above it known as the Complex. The film chronicles a journey spanning millennia, from the events of the Mahabharata in the year 3102 BC, the beginning of Kali Yuga,...

The restored version of Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal’s 1976 masterpiece “Manthan” (“The Churning”) is screening at the Cannes Film Festival’s Cannes Classics strand.

Shot by DoP Govind Nihalani in rural Gujarat, western India, the film is produced by 500,000 farmers who contributed towards its making, under the banner Gujarat Milk Co-Op Marketing Federation Ltd. The film is a fictionalized version of the beginnings of the dairy cooperative movement that transformed India from a milk-deficient nation to the world’s largest milk producer, inspired by Dr. Verghese Kurien. It also examines issues like caste, class, gender and economic discrimination. The cast includes Girish Karnad, Smita Patil, Anant Nag, Mohan Agashe and Naseeruddin Shah.

“The first thing we did was speak to the Gujarat Milk Co-Op Marketing Federation, and we had to make them understand that the film needs to be on 4K, we need to project it back on screen and...

Ghilli Re-Release At The Box Office: Thalapathy Vijay Destroys 5 Major Box Office Records ( Photo Credit – IMDb )

It has been 15 days since Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha Krishnan’s Ghilli was released at the box office, celebrating 20 years after the release of the blockbuster that earned 50 crore gross worldwide at the box office and was the third Tamil film to do so after Indian and Padiyappa.

Ghilli Box Office Breaking Records

The sports action film, which was released as a festive celebration, is now ruling the Tamil Box Office. In fact, it is the highest-grossing Tamil film of the year 2024, despite being re-released 20 years after its release.

Ghilli opened at the box office at 7+ crore and crossed 10+ crore at the worldwide box office, creating a hysteria. Now, after running for two weeks at the box office, it is gearing up for the third week and is all set to create some of the biggest records.

Anupamaa’ star Rupali Ganguly’s decision to join the Bjp and enter politics makes her the newest addition to a galaxy of women celebrities from Mumbai’s entertainment world who have taken the political plunge in the tradition of Nargis Dutt and Vyjayanthimala Bali. Who are the others still active in politics, albeit with mixed lucky? Here’s a list:

Dipika Chikhlia Topiwala: Best known for playing Sita in Ramanand Sagar’s show ‘Ramayan’, Chikhlia was the first of the then new-generation TV stars to pursue a political career, albeit briefly. She was elected MP from Baroda on a Bjp ticket in 1991.

On the big screen, Chikhlia made her Hindi cinema debut as lead in ‘Sun Meri Laila’, cast opposite Raj Kiran, in 1983, and later acted in films with Rajesh Khanna at a time when he had long ceased to be a superstar.

Chikhlia appeared with Mammootty in the Malayalam...

Actress and politician Hema Malini penned a heartwarming note as she and her star husband Dharmendra completed 44 years of marital bliss on Thursday. Hema took to X and shared a video made by a fan featuring pictures of the couple.

“Our wedding anniversary today! 44 years of togetherness, two beautiful girls, lovely grandchildren surrounding us and drowning us with their love!” she wrote.

Hema added: “Our fans and their limitless adulation! What more can I ask of life? Our eternal gratitude to the Almighty for this gift of happiness. Video by a fan.”

Dharmendra and Hema have shared screen space in almost 28 films. They first met on the sets of ‘Tum Haseen Main Jawan’ in 1970 and fell in love.

After ‘Tum Haseen Main Jawan’, they appeared together in movies such as ‘Naya Zamana’, ‘Raja Jani’, ‘Seeta Aur Geeta’, ‘Sholay’, ‘Charas’, ‘Jugnu’, ‘Azaad’, and ‘Dillagi’, among many others.

Their last film together...

In his over half-a-century-long Hindi film career, he sang more than a thousand songs, but just three serve to demonstrate his position in the industry’s scheme of things – the madcap “Ek Chatur Naar” where Kishore Kumar beats him; the enchanting qawwali “Na to karvaan ki talash hai” where Mohammed Rafi emerges triumphant eventually; and the classical contest “Ketaki gulab juhi”, where he beats Pandit Bhimsen Joshi.

This was part of the misfortune of Prabodh Chandra ‘Manna’ Dey, born on this day (May 1) in 1919 in Calcutta. His classical training, innate talent, and “masculine” voice made him perfect for all shades of songs – romantic (including those for the vintage-aged), folk ballads, philosophical musings, and more, but he was never deemed a top-notch singer.

A nephew of gifted blind singer-composer Krishna Chandra Dey, who paved his way into music and films, Manna Dey’s forte was challenging, classical-based songs, especially those that his contemporaries considered difficult,...

Dharmendra Once Allegedly Smacked Sanjay Khan For Saying Bad Things About A Veteran Actor. (Photo Credit – Instagram/Wikipedia)

Dharmendra is not only a versatile actor but a Bollywood legend who has entertained us with his enigmatic performances over the years. The senior star had an equally enigmatic persona off the screen and was popular for throwing parties back then. In one such gathering, the Sholay star allegedly hit Feroz Khan’s brother, Sanjay Khan. Scroll below to know more.

For the unversed, Sanjaay debuted in Haqeeqat and is best known for films like Dus Lakh, Ek Phool Do Mali, Intaquam, Dhund, and more. He garnered a lot of attention because of his relationship with Zeenat Aman. They were reportedly married for a brief period, and the actress faced domestic abuse. She was allegedly brutally beaten by him, which caused permanent damage to her right eye. The actor once suffered a...

Jaya Bachchan, renowned for her work in Indian cinema and politics, is celebrating her 76th birthday on Tuesday. Born as Jaya Bhaduri in a Bengali family, Jaya’s father, Tarun Kumar Bhaduri, was a well-known journalist and a poet.

After completing her education, Jaya attended the Film and Television Institute of India (Ftii), Pune, where she honed her acting skills.

She made her acting debut as a teenager in 1963 with the Bengali film ‘Mahanagar’ directed by Satyajit Ray. The film starred Madhabi Mukherjee in the leading role.

Jaya then transitioned to Hindi cinema and quickly gained prominence with her versatile performances in films like Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s directorial ‘Guddi’, and ‘Anamika’.

The 1971 movie ‘Guddi’ featured Jaya as a petite schoolgirl who is obsessed with actor Dharmendra. The film had created the girl-next-door image for her.

Movies like ‘Uphaar’, ‘Piya Ka Ghar’, ‘Parichay’ and ‘Bawarchi’ made her a superstar.

In 1973, she married Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan,...

As his “better half”, Jaya Bachchan, turned 76 on Tuesday, megastar Amitabh Bachchan penned a note expressing his love and gratitude for her. The actor also shared that it was a “quiet family bring in” at midnight.

Taking to the blog, Big B shared: “It is in the morn of another family birth… of which that has required no explanation… the better half celebrates her birthday Today, and all the greetings for her are recognised and shown gratitude, as always.”

“A quiet family ‘bring in’ for the 9th on the midnight hour… and the love of immediate family presence,” he added.

In June 1973, Big B and Jaya Bachchan got married. The two have a daughter, Shweta, and a son, Abhishek Bachchan.

The two have worked together in films like ‘Sholay’, ‘Abhimaan’, ‘Zanjeer’, ‘Chupke Chupke’, ‘Mili’, and ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’, among others.

The two were last seen together on screen in...

The Hindi film industry has time and again celebrated Holi onscreen be it in films or the songs, which have encapsulated the feeling of fun and romance. Since the festival of colours is just around the corner, what better way to extend the fun by watching films after immersing in the spirit of the festival.

Here are a list of films that can make your Holi even more special:

‘Silsila’: The film is a romantic drama directed by Yash Chopra. Its theme revolves around the love triangle and extramarital affair. What makes it a great Holi watch is the song ‘Rang Barse’ picturised on Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha. The song is full of colours.

‘Sholay’: Be it the iconic dialogue ‘Holi kab hai, kab hai holi’ or the song ‘Holi Ki Din Dil Khil Jate Hai’ picturised on Dharmendra and Hema Malini, the film sits well for cinephiles on the occasion.

Holi fills life with colours of myriad shades. The festival has a special place in India’s rich cultural history and has spread out to other parts of the world courtesy the diaspora community.

While the festival brings out a sense of community, fun and banter, and is an occasion to indulge in lip-smacking food, it’s also a time to flaunt your DJ skills and play the best Holi songs that set the vibe.

As the nation soaks in the colours of Holi, here are some songs to add to your Holi playlist:

1. ‘Jai Jai Shiv Shankar’: One of the best Holi songs to come out of Bollywood in recent years, ‘Jai Jai Shiv Shankar’ from the Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff-starrer ‘War’, is all about thumping beats, and high energy groove that sets the tone for your Holi party. Its upbeat rhythm and modern twist on...

In the sacred city of Mathura, Holi, the festival of colors, is being celebrated with great fervor. On Saturday, Member of Parliament Hema Malini joined in the Holi festivities. She played Holi with flowers and enthralled the audience by singing the famous song from the movie “Sholay,” “Holi ke din dil khil jaate hain, rangon mein rang mil jaate hain.”

Not only this, but the MP also danced along with the artists in the peacock dance associated with the divine play of Radha and Krishna. On this occasion, she extended her Holi greetings to everyone and expressed her determination to realize Prime Minister Modi’s vision of a prosperous India.

आज ब्रजभूमि मथुरा में भाजपा द्वारा आयोजित होली मिलन समारोह में शामिल होकर राधा कृष्ण के स्वरूपों के साथ...

As the vibrant festival of Holi approaches, it’s time to gear up for a colorful celebration filled with music, dance, & joy. One of the key elements of any memorable Holi party is the music, and what better way to set the mood than with the top Bollywood songs that perfectly capture the spirit of the occasion? In this article, we present to you the ultimate playlist of the top 10 Bollywood songs that will elevate your Holi festivities to new heights.

1. “Rang Barse” – Silsila (1981)

“Rang Barse” from the iconic movie Silsila is a timeless Holi classic that continues to reign over hearts even after decades. Sung by the legendary Amitabh Bachchan, this song embodies the essence of Holi with its playful lyrics and catchy melody. Adding “Rang Barse” to your DJ playlist is guaranteed to infuse your celebration with nostalgia and joy.

2. “Balam Pichkari” – Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013)

No Holi...

The new episode of ‘Shark Tank India 3’ witnessed a flurry of excitement as the gourmet popcorn brand, ‘Popcorn and Company’ sealed a lucrative deal worth Rs 75 lakh with shark Namita Thapar.

However, tensions ran high when the pitcher silenced shark Peyush Bansal, sparking a reaction that left Anupam Mittal visibly frustrated.

The founder of ‘Popcorn & Co’ Vikas Suri started his pitch, saying, “Popcorns sold in 99 per cent of the multiplexes use our machines, our seeds, and our spices. ‘Munna Bhai is incomplete without Circuit’. Similarly, the experience of watching a film is incomplete without eating popcorn. We can’t enjoy a film without popcorn. When ‘Sholay’ was released 50 years ago, salty popcorn was sold in small packets. And even now, when films like ‘Jawan’ and ‘Pathaan’ were released, popcorn was sold in cinemas.”

“For instance, caramel, cheesy sriracha, and butter salted popcorn. However, nowadays, people don’t just watch films in the theatre.

After a lot of controversy and some outrage, Jake Gyllenhaal‘s Road House is finally here and it seems to be a big hit among the audience. Based on a 1989 film of the same name by Rowdy Herrington, the Prime Video film follows the story of a former UFC fighter Dalton, who is hired by the owner of a Florida Keys roadhouse to protect it from some goons. Directed by Doug Liman, Road House stars Gyllenhaal in the lead role with Conor McGregor, Daniela Melchior, Billy Magnussen, Lukas Gage, Hannah Love Lanier, and Jessica Williams starring in supporting roles. If you loved the action-comedy film here are some similar movies you should check out next

Road House (Prime Video & Max) Credit – Silver Pictures

If you are excited about Jake Gyllenhaal’s Road House, then one of the reasons might be the film on which the new Prime Video film is based.

Jaya Bachchan & Hema Malini Once Teamed Up & Hilariously Trolled Amitabh Bachchan’s Sholay Remake ( Photo Credit – YouTube; Wikimedia )

Jaya Bachchan is one powerful woman who never thinks twice before calling a spade a spade. Be it walking out of film screenings and not finding them worthy of her time to calling son Abhishek Bachchan’s film Happy New Year a nonsensical film, she has been there and said it all. In fact, once, she did not spare even her husband Amitabh Bachchan, who committed the crime of remaking Sholay with Ram Gopal Varma.

For those who do not know, Big B starred as Gabbar in Sholay’s remake, which was directed by Rgv and called Ram Gopal Varma Ki Aag. It also stars Ajay Devgn, Sushmita Sen, and others. Once upon a time, Jaya Ji decided to take potshots of a film that had not even been released at the time.

Actor Aayush Sharma, who is gearing up for his upcoming release ‘Ruslaan’, chose the tune for the film after going through over a hundred tunes along with director Karan Bhutani and producer K.K. Radhamohan.

The tune needed to have a unique quality to become the signature sound of the film.

Among the hundred tunes emerged a standout composition that radiated infectious energy and emotional depth as it captured the essence of ‘Ruslaan’ with clarity. For the team, it unanimously evoked a range of emotions, from excitement to anticipation, ensuring its place as the heartbeat of the teaser.

Talking about it, Aayush said: “Growing up, I was enchanted by the signature sound of films like ’Sholay’ and ’Hero’, as these tunes had a timeless quality. That one whistle-worthy hum could transport you to another world. For ‘Ruslaan’, we were on a pursuit for that same magic.”

He further mentioned, “After sifting through countless tunes,...

Martin Scorsese, George Lucas and the Film Heritage Foundation (Fhf) have partnered to restore Girish Kasaravalli’s seminal Indian film “Ghatashraddha”.

The landmark Kannada-language film is based on a novella by litterateur U.R. Ananthamurthy that left a deep impression on Kasaravalli when he read it in high school. Set in southern India, the film describes the ostracism of a young woman who transgresses the rigid sexual code of the orthodox society. It follows Yamuna, a child widow living with her father in the religious school which he runs. Seduced and made pregnant by the teacher of the local government school, Yamuna attempts suicide but is rescued by a young student of her father’s with whom she has a deep affection. She agrees to an abortion and is made an outcast by her father, who performs a funeral ritual for his still-living daughter. In this rite, an earthen pot, symbol of fertility,...

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has completed a “wondrous” 55 years in the world of Hindi cinema and to celebrate it he has given himself an AI spin. It was in 1969, when the cine icon stepped into the world of showbiz with ‘Saat Hindustani’ and since then he has captivated the audience with his impeccable performances on screen.

Amitabh took to X (formerly Twitter), where he dropped two AI images of himself.

The first picture has a camera lens in place of his spectacle lens. The second photo has a colourful camera reel like streamers with faces and eyes made on it.

“T 4924 – 55 years in the wondrous world of Cinema… and AI, gives me its interpretation… a presentation by Ef B… self made,” Big B wrote on Twitter.

Even though he started his acting career with ‘Saat Hindustani, Big B had first began his journey as a voice narrator in ‘Bhuvan Shome’ starring...

When Zeenat Aman in her Insta post paying tribute to Feroze Khan has written that the Oxford’s word for 2023 is Rizz which means charisma and Feroze Khan was the star who had the charisma or the Rizz. Expanding the analogy further, in the world of music, it was Rd Burman aka Pancham who oozed of risk or the charisma through his music. On the eve of his death anniversary here is a tribute to the legend-Pancham.

Most of us in either of the night spots or for welcoming the new year at home would have ushered the occasion getting drooled and swooned to either of the multitude of compositions that Rahul Dev Burman aka Pancham has left for us, but how many from amongst us remember that just after four days, when we herald the new year, falls his death anniversary.

The remix industry that has created a slot...

Bollywood’s veteran actress Sharmila Tagore has showered love on her granddaughter Sara Ali Khan, and shared how the young diva ‘always had the spark in her’ to become an actor.

Sharmila, and Sara appeared on the finale episode of the quiz based reality show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’, hosted by Amitabh Bachchan.

Sara is the daughter of actors Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh.

In a conversation with the duo, megastar Big B said to Sharmila: “Both of us are blessed grandparents. There’s a saying about grandparents. ‘Interest is cherished more than the principal.’ Your interest is sitting beside you (referring to Sara).”

Calling Sara a famous actor, who has achieved fame in the acting field, the ‘Sholay’ actor asked the 79-year-old actress: “You must have seen her film ‘Kedarnath’. How did you find it?”

Replying to her ‘Chupke Chupke’ co-star, Sharmila said: “When Sara was a little girl…...

New Delhi, Dec 30 (Ians) Bollywood diva Sara Ali Khan, who is famous for her ‘Knock Knock’ jokes on the social media, exchanged a playful banter with megastar Amitabh Bachchan on the sets of the show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’.

The ‘Kedarnath’ fame actress appeared on the finale episode of the quiz-based reality show, along with her grandmother, legendary actress Sharmila Tagore.

After the host, Amitabh welcomed the duo on the hot seat, Sara said: “Amit sir, knock knock.” The cine icon was left confused and asked what is “knock knock.”

Replying to him, Sara said that he has to ask “who’s there?” The ‘Brahmastra’ actor nodded to the gorgeous actress and said: “Yes, who’s there?”

Sara started the banter saying “Watch”, to which Amitabh said: “Watch who?”

The ‘Simmba’ actress said laughing, “Watch us win Rs 1 crore.”

The ‘Sholay’ actor then asked Sara: “Do you think you’re the only one who’s popular?...

Amitabh Bachchan, the iconic figure of the Indian cinema, experienced a wave of nostalgia during ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’ when a contestant revealed staying in the same college hostel room in which he did.

This delightful connection sparked memories of Amitabh’s Kirori Mal College days, taking him on a trip down memory lane.

Big B, who is the host of the quiz-based reality show, welcomed Avinash Bharti to the hot seat. He hails from Haiderganj, Uttar Pradesh.

During the game, the megastar shared that the makers of the show have shot a video of Avinash.

In the video, the contestant says: “I hail from Haiderganj in Uttar Pradesh. I currently live in Delhi on rent and am preparing for Upsc exams. My family underwent many hardships for me. I want to do something for them.”

“When I miss my parents, I talk to them on a video call. I miss...

New Delhi, Dec 29 (Ians) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan shared an anecdote about the veteran actress Helen, and talked about how she had escaped from the Japanese occupation of Burma in 1943, during the World War 2, and came to India.

Helen is a well known dancer and is known for her character roles. Born in Rangoon, Burma (now known as Myanmar),

Helen’s family trekked to Dibrugarh, Assam in 1943 in order to escape from the Japanese occupation of Burma.

Later on, Helen got her major break at the age of 19 in 1958, when she performed on the song ‘Mera Naam Chin Chin Chu’ in the movie ‘Howrah Bridge’.

With legendary actor Shammi Kapoor, she did many hit dance numbers like ‘Suku Suku’ in ‘Junglee’, ‘Yamma Yamma’ in ‘China Town’, and ‘O Haseena Zulfonwali’ in ‘Teesri Manzil’.

Amitabh, who is currently hosting the quiz based reality show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’ welcomed the roll over contestant...

The writer of movies like ‘Aligarh’, ‘Shahid’, among others, Apurva Asrani on Thursday clarified a rumour which addressed veteran actor Asrani as his father, and said if his dad had been a well known actor, his struggles would have been much less.

The filmmaker served as the editor of the 1998 crime film ‘Satya’ directed by Ram Gopal Varma. It stars Urmila Matondkar, Jd Chakravarthy and Manoj Bajpayee in the lead roles.

Apurva is also the editor of movies like ‘Om Jai Jagadish’, ‘Mukhbiir’ and ‘CityLights’.

Taking to Instagram, Apurva, who has a fanbase of 41.6K followers, shared a still of a video, which shows a collage featuring Asrani as father, and Apurva as son.

Along with the photo, he wrote: “No, that’s Not my father. That’s veteran actor Asrani. My dad was a flight purser with Air India and had nothing to do with the movie industry. I wonder though,...

Amitabh Bachchan, who has been married to actress Jaya Bachchan for 50 years, gave a marriage advice to Indian cricketer Ishan Kishan, saying that the wife is the ‘Sarkaar’ of the family.

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan had tied the knot with Jaya in June, 1973. The couple have two children- actor Abhishek Bachchan, and daughter Shweta Bachchan.

Abhishek is married to former Miss World and actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, and they have a daughter Aaradhya.

While, Shweta is married to businessman Nikhil Nanda, and the couple have daughter Navya, and son Agastya.

Big B, who is the host of the quiz based reality show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’, welcomed cricket sensations Ishan and Smriti Mandhana to the hot seat in the episode 96.

Before the game started, Ishan asked Amitabh: “I have a question before we begin the game. Kaun Banega Crorepati and cricket are parallel games. There’s an umpire (referring to computer) in the game.

For many of our generation and before, the name Veerappan was synonymous with terror and fear. It would remind cinemagoers of Gabbar Singh in the cult classic film Sholay, who rolled out intimidation tactics through his actions. The difference would be that Veerappan existed in flesh and blood. He created a sense of fear in the Andhra-Karnataka-Kerala-Tamil Nadu region from the late 1980s until the 2000s, and no government could find a way to make him abandon his life of crime. Directed by Sharath Jothi, Koose Munisamy Veerappan, the Zee5 documentary chronicles the life of the dreaded sandalwood smuggler Veerappan, from being a mere thief to living the life of a criminal in the deep forests of South India.

Recap: What Happens In the Documentary?

This is a six-part documentary series based on the footage captured by the veteran journalist Nakkheeran Gopal, who extensively interviewed the smuggler and eventually acted...

Bollywood’s ‘Shahenshah’ Amitabh Bachchan took a stroll down the memory lane and narrated an anecdote when his grandson Agastya Nanda decided to leave the house and wanted to go back to Delhi.

Agastya is the son of Shweta Bachchan, daughter of Big B.

In the new episode of the quiz-based reality show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’, host Amitabh Bachchan welcomed the star cast of the recently released teen musical drama ‘The Archies’.

Agastya, Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, Vedang Raina, Mihir Ahuja, Dot, Yuvraj Menda came to the show along with their director Zoya Akhtar. Agastya, Mihir and Yuvraj sat on the hot seat in the first lot.

During the gameshow’s special segment, a fan asked Agastya to tell about his favourite memory with his grandpa.

Replying to the same, Agastya smiled, and said: “Actually, I want you to narrate the incident you always talk about. I was a little boy.