When an actor-director duo delivers a hit, an encore is often on the cards. Right after Satyaprem Ki Katha (2023) worked wonders at the box office, rumours were rife that leading man Kartik Aaryan and director Sameer Vidwans were planning to reunite. Over a year since, the two seem to have found exactly the kind of story they were looking for. mid-day has learnt that they have zeroed in on a love story and are currently shopping around for a producer. A source says, “During the shoot of Satyaprem Ki Katha, Kartik was so impressed by Sameer that he had expressed his wish to work with him again, even asking him to find another romantic drama. Recently, the director pitched a script to Kartik, who immediately loved it.” Not surprisingly, their first option for a collaborator was their Satyaprem Ki Katha producer Sajid Nadiadwala. The source adds, “They were eager to team up with Sajid, hoping to recreate the magic of their first offering together. Also, since Sameer had signed a two-film deal with the producer, he felt this could be the perfect second collaboration. But Sajid had to regretfully turn down the proposition as he has his hands full with four projects lined up for next year—Salman Khan’s Sikandar, Akshay Kumar’s Housefull 5, Tiger Shroff’s Baaghi 4, and Vishal Bhardwaj’s film with Shahid Kapoor about Hussain Ustara. Since then, the actor-director duo has been shopping around for studios, without much success.” Sajid Nadiadwala and Sameer Vidwans Aaryan, who recently delivered a hit in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, has yet to announce his next project. The actor has a romantic drama with Anurag Basu and producer Bhushan Kumar, but it’s still uncertain whether it will be made as a part of the Aashiqui franchise or a standalone film. The sequel to Pati Patni Aur Woh (2019) is also in the pipeline. So, one wonders when the actor’s film with Vidwans will get off the ground. The source, however, is confident of it taking shape soon. The insider adds, “Sameer and Kartik’s bond is deeper than that of a director and actor; their friendship goes back many years. Kartik is an enterprising actor, and he will ensure this project shapes up.”
15 December,2024 07:37 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBRThe new year will bring a new love into actor Anshuman Jha’s life, albeit for the screens. Come January, the actor will begin shooting for Welcome to Agra, which is set in 2000 and explores the unusual love story between a cycle-rickshaw driver and a British tourist in Agra. Debutant director Ashish Dubey’s film sees Jha as the cycle-rickshaw driver, while Australian-British actor Sarah Hopkins has been roped in as the female lead. For Jha, Welcome to Agra was an easy yes as he feels that love stories have almost disappeared from Hindi cinema in the recent past. “As an audience, we haven’t had a quintessential love story like Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge [1995] or Jab We Met [2007] in the past decade. This film has a rare story [set] before the times of social media and mobile phones. A rickshaw-wala and a British tourist falling in love is a novel concept. It’s a cross-cultural love story,” says the actor. While Jha is currently shooting for Lakadbaggha 2, he will begin prepping for Welcome to Agra in the first week of January 2025. He is looking forward to working with Hopkins, who previously featured in The Proper Etiquette for Being Alone (2019). He says, “Sarah has lived and trained as an actor in Perth. It’s a great opportunity to work with an artiste from another land.”
15 December,2024 07:24 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuMany moods of Rekha The centenary anniversary celebration of late filmmaker-actor Raj Kapoor was an emotional affair not only for the Kapoor clan, but also for Rekha. Looking resplendent in a cream and golden saree, the senior actor got teary-eyed as she looked at the posters of the legend’s films on the red carpet. At the celebration, Rekha was also seen hugging Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson Agastya Nanda. No prizes for guessing that the moment went viral, with netizens loving their warm interaction.
15 December,2024 07:12 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamKangana Ranaut continues to make headlines and has now become the talk of B-town once again as she shared her views on songs with controversial themes like drugs, alcohol, and violence. She highlighted the collective responsibility of society and whether she’d address the issue in Parliament. Speaking at Agenda Aaj Tak, Kangana said, “Artistic expression is not dependent on anything. Himachal folk music has so many such songs. In art, it’s the emotions that matter. To each their own. That being said, when it comes to habits like substance abuse, it is not just the government’s responsibility but also that of the general public.” The debate also comes at a time when there’s been a lot of talk around Diljit Dosanjh's songs and his ongoing tour. In fact, Diljit has been advised not to serve alcohol to those below 25 years of age, refrain from calling children on stage, and avoid performing songs about alcohol or violence. Diljit Dosanjh on songs with alcohol as theme Earlier, when asked to refrain from performing songs that referenced alcohol, Diljit said he would gladly pledge not to sing them if alcohol shops were shut down nationwide. Complying with a notice from the Telangana government, Diljit did, in fact, alter the lyrics of some of his popular tracks and replaced certain words. There are a bunch of restrictions for his Chandigarh concert today as well. Meanwhile, he will conclude the tour in Guwahati on December 29. Kangana Ranaut talks about Emergency Kangana, on the other hand, is gearing up for the release of her much-anticipated movie, Emergency. The film has faced multiple delays but is now slated for release on January 17. A biographical political thriller, the film sees Kangana play former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and depicts the 21-month Emergency period in India. Produced by Zee Studios and Manikarnika Films, Emergency also features Anupam Kher, Shreyas Talpade, Mahima Chaudhry, and Milind Soman in key roles. Talking about the delay, Kangana had earlier told ANI, “I know how I made this film. I did not get any support from the film industry. It’s made on a huge budget. I, along with Zee and other partners, created Emergency, and now with the release delay, everyone is bearing a huge loss. A delayed release is a loss for all. I think the Censor Board should take responsibility to release this film at the earliest."
14 December,2024 08:55 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSandeep Reddy Vanga has made a space for himself in the Bollywood space with two hit films - Kabir Singh and Animal. And now, he is all set to make another big Hindi cop film starring Prabhas in the lead role. Prabhas will be donning a cop avatar for the movie and while the film is expected to go on floors in the first quarter of 2025, it is slated for a release in 2026. In addition, the team is also currently casting for the action film along with pre-production work. Mrunal Thakur to play female lead in Spirit? Reports in Pinkvilla have it that Sandeep Reddy Vanga is also in talks with Mrunal Thakur as the female lead opposite Prabhas. The source told the portal, “Spirit is the most ambitious and awaited films of Indian Cinema, and the makers are going all out to have the best and most talented actors of world cinema on board the film. While Prabhas is locked to play the role of a cop, the conversations are in progress with Mrunal Thakur, Saif Ali Khan, and Kareena Kapoor with the latter two for the negative turn." Spirit is touted to be one of the biggest films from SRV and in Hindi cinema as it is said to be his attempt to change how cop-based films are looked at in general. In fact, the report also stated that the story is a never-before-seen template for a commercial Indian film and while there are good and bad people, it will also have many grey elements that Vanga is known for. The source was quoted as saying, "Every character has a purpose, and it’s among the most ambitious films for Sandeep Reddy Vanga." Saif and Kareena in negative roles? In addition, reports have it that the team is currently in the writing and prep phase of the film and everything is currently in full swing. In fact, those who've heard the narration think that this film will have Prabhas in a never-before-seen avatar thanks to Vanga's vision. Saif and Kareena, too, will have a rather interesting dynamic and this will be the first time when a real-life couple will be seen playing a negative role. While the talks are currently on, once the monetary discussions are complete, they will sign the dotted lines. Produced by Bhushan Kumar and Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Spirit is slated for a release in 2026. SRV will move to Animal Park with Ranbir Kapoor post Spirit's release.
14 December,2024 05:38 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood’s ace filmmaker Anurag Kashyap's 23-year-old daughter, Aaliyah Kashyap, tied the knot with American entrepreneur Shane Gregoire on Wednesday. Now, as Anurag sent his piece of heart with Shane, he took to Instagram and dropped a cute post for his little princess. The actor shared a carousel of images of him performing several rituals and attached it with a heartfelt caption. Anurag Kashyap's emotional post for daughter Aaliyah While sharing the pictures, the ace filmmaker wrote, "Ye bhi gayi... @shanegregoire my Silly, take care of her. And I will get back to my stubborn self. Thank you @artb and @rheadewan for making it happen so beautifully. Thank you, everyone, for coming." The first picture in the series shows Anurag cleaning his daughter’s feet as she sits on the chair with her now-husband Shane. The next picture is a close-up shot of the same ritual. In the third picture, he is seen sharing a smile with his ex-wife, Aarti Bajaj, as they sit on the stage. The last picture shows Anurag giving some money on a paan leaf as part of the ritual. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anurag Kashyap (@anuragkashyap10) Anurag Kashyap got emotional at his daughter's vidaai A video of Anurag getting emotional during his daughter's vidaai ceremony has gone viral. In the video shared by the paparazzi, Anurag can be seen telling the shutterbugs, “Dikh nahi raha shakal par ro raha hoon main (You can’t tell by my face, but I am crying).” Glimpse from Anurag Kashyap's daughter Aaliyah Kashyap wedding#AnuragKashyap #Bollywood #entertainment #EntertainmentNews #entertainmentreels pic.twitter.com/t2PhIUs0mD — Mid Day (@mid_day) December 11, 2024 For her wedding, Aaliyah wore an embellished lilac lehenga, while Shane kept it classy in beige. The two also got emotional as they embraced each other after Aaliyah walked down the aisle, accompanied by her bridesmaids, which included actress Khushi Kapoor. Aaliyah and Shane got engaged in a private ceremony in Mumbai last year, announcing the news on Instagram in May 2023. For the unversed, the Gangs of Wasseypur director shares his daughter Aaliyah with his ex-wife and Indian film editor Aarti Bajaj. The duo married in 1997 and divorced in 2009. Aaliyah is a social media influencer who promotes different labels through her social media accounts and creates videos on her YouTube channel.
14 December,2024 04:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAllu Arjun has been making headlines since the Hyderabad stampede case. After the actor's arrest in connection with a fan's death during the Pushpa 2: The Rule premiere, the star icon was taken into custody but later granted interim bail. Several actors have come out in support of Allu, and now Ravi Kishan has reacted to the entire case, calling out officials for entering the actor’s house to arrest him. While terming it a black day for the actor's fraternity, Ravi Kishan said this was no way to treat a national icon. Ravi Kishan- ‘Bahut dukhad’ During a conversation with ANI, the Laapataa Ladies star said, “Bahut dukhad (It is really sad). Mere acche mitra, mere co-actor. Hum logo ne saath mein film ki (He is a good friend, and we have worked together). Ek gentleman insaan ko iss tarah unke ghar se bahar kheench kar lana unke chhote bachchon aur boodhe maata-pita ke saamne (It was not right to drag someone like him out of his house in front of his kids and elderly parents)." #WATCH | Delhi: On the arrest of actor Allu Arjun, BJP MP and actor Ravi Kishan says, " It is very unfortunate. He (Allu Arjun) is my good friend and co-actor... You are treating a National Award-winning actor like this. It is a black day for all actors and the film industry...… pic.twitter.com/Kuni2vGzHz — ANI (@ANI) December 13, 2024 He added, “Ek National Award-winning actor ke saath you’re behaving like this. (He is a National Award-winning actor). This is a black day for the actor fraternity, for the film industry, and for all his fans all over the world. Ek insaan tax-payer hai, itna bada business cinema ko diya aur ek bohot hi tehezeebdaar insaan (He pays his taxes, brings substantial business through cinema, and is a well-mannered gentleman)... uske saath koi personal revenge hai? (Is this some kind of personal vendetta?)” Ravi questioned the state government Ravi also questioned the state government over their actions and demanded an explanation. He stated, “Yeh bohot hi bura din raha aur hurt hue hain hum… Unke chhote bache par jo dimaagi asar hua hoga apne papa ke liye, usko kaise mitayenge? (This was a very bad day, and we are deeply hurt. How will one erase the mental trauma that his kids went through, seeing their father taken to jail?) Who will pay for the mental torture that the family endured?” Allu Arjun returns from jail Allu Arjun’s release was met with a strong show of support from his family and colleagues. Actors Vijay Deverakonda, Naga Chaitanya, Rana Daggubati, and filmmaker Sukumar rushed to meet Allu Arjun after he returned home from jail. Bollywood actors such as Rashmika Mandanna and Varun Dhawan have also voiced their solidarity with Allu Arjun during this challenging time.
14 December,2024 03:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentFilmmaker Karan Johar took to his social media handle to share stills from his blockbuster directorial 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham'. The reason? The film clocked 23 years in Hindi cinema on Saturday. It was one of the biggest hits of 2001 and featured a stellar cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Hrithik Roshan among many others. “23 years!!! Phew...truly one of those pinch me moments - right now & even back then...being on set with these legends!! It was my second film as a director and I think I was immensely fortunate that this magnanimous cast and the entire crew put in so much faith in me to deliver khushi & gham in abundance!” he wrote. The filmmaker credited the audiences for showering the film with so much love. “The biggest shout out goes to the audience...the fans...our family - who continue to watch our film and recite every dialogue, dance on every song and keep this film alive in its truest sense...THANK YOU! 23 years of Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham,” he wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karan Johar (@karanjohar) About Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' is a family drama film, which told the story of an Indian multimillionaire family, which faces troubles and misunderstandings over their adopted son's marriage to a girl belonging to a lower socio-economic group than them. Shah Rukh Khan essayed the role of Rahul, an adopted son of multi-millionaire patriarchal family. When he follows the path of his heart, he gets disowned by his family and relocates to London. His younger brother played by Hrithik Roshan comes in search of his brother to bring him back home. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham... was promoted with the tag-line "It's All About Loving Your Parents". Apart from the storyline and the expansive casting, the film remains popular amongst many courtesy the dialogues and the iconic characters of the over-the-top Poo. From her style to one liners such as "Kaun hai yeh jisne dobara mudke mujhe nahi dekha", 'P.H.A.T - Pretty, Hot And Tempting' and "Tumhe koi haq nahi banta ki tum itni khoobsurat lago. Not fair" – has gained massive popularity even today. (with inputs from IANS)
14 December,2024 02:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Raveena Tandon attended Bryan Adams’ concert in Mumbai on Friday evening. The actress shared pictures and video from her time at the concert on her Instagram feed. She also shared a video of how some Bollywood fans at the concert sang one of her popular songs and surprised her. Raveena shared a slew of images and videos on her Instagram from the concert. She also penned a long note in the caption, and shared how this gig allowed her to relive her days from the college as she was working insane shifts during her college. In one of the videos, a group of people can be heard singing 'Ankhiyon Se Goli Maare' while dedicating it to the actress. She wrote, “A night with #bryanadams . And how I love my Mumbaikars , went down to enjoy the real feel of being in the midst , only to hear a welcoming ankhiyon se goli maare! Hahahha . Love you my Mumbai folks. Having missed concerts that I always wanted to go to in all my days of college as I was already working insane erratic hours on my shoots. Now Making up for lost years (sic)”. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Raveena Tandon (@officialraveenatandon) Shahid Kapoor's wife Mira Rajput also attended the concert. She also shared pictures from the event, and was seen donning a T-shirt from Bryan Adams in Singapore. She wrote, “Young and wild and free. Find a bigger fan of @bryanadams than me Wearing my T-shirt from his concert in Singapore, March 2023”. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mira Rajput Kapoor (@mira.kapoor) About Bryan Adams's Mumbai concert Bryan Adams has been touring India a spart of his 'So Happy It Hurts' tour. He perfomed four concerts in the country in the past five days. In umbai, he started his act with his 1984 chartbuster Somebody. The 65-year-old went on the belt out 24 songs, which included some of his biggest hits such as 18 til I die, Please Forgive Me, Summer of 69, Shine A Light, Let’s Make a Night to Remember and Here I Am. One of the key highlights of the act was his tribute to his late friend, singer Tina Turner. Before singing their duet It’s Only Love, he said, “We lost her last year. While it was a huge loss to the world of music, it was a personal loss for me. She was such a beautiful soul. She helped me so much in my career in my younger days. She meant so much to me.”
14 December,2024 02:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSohum Shah has carved a unique space in Indian cinema, known for his powerful performances and groundbreaking storytelling. His magnum opus, Tumbbad, remains a landmark in Indian filmmaking, celebrated for its visually rich narrative and innovative approach. The film’s recent re-release garnered renewed praise, once again highlighting Sohum’s ability to push creative boundaries. Sohum Shah shares his wildest dream At HR College’s annual fest, Sohum shared a profound glimpse into his love for cinema. When asked about his wildest dream, he said:“What is your wildest dream? What do you dream about? I have only one dream, which is a very cliché answer. I want to die on the set. Whenever I die, I want to die on the set of a film. That would be the most fun. Everything else is clear.” The actor also shared a post mentioning his experience at HR College and expressed his happiness. he further said that he had a lot of fun interacting with students at the college. The actor also reminisced about his college days. He also mentioned the fun questions he was asked about his much-awaited film Tumbbad 2. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sohum Shah (@shah_sohum) This candid admission speaks volumes about Sohum’s devotion to his craft. For him, cinema is not just a profession—it’s a lifelong passion and purpose. His words left the audience inspired, offering insight into the mind of an artist driven by an insatiable love for storytelling. Looking ahead, Sohum is preparing for his upcoming big project. Tumbbad 2 promises to continue the spellbinding saga of its predecessor. Sohum Shah's next release is titled Crazxy, will release on 7th March 2025 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sohum Shah (@shah_sohum) Soham's next project is titled Crazxy, a Sohum Shah Films production, which is set to release on March 7, 2025. The motion poster for Crazxy has already stirred excitement, hinting at yet another unique cinematic marvel. Crazxy is written and directed by Girish Kohli and produced by Sohum Shah, Mukesh Shah, Amrita Shah, and Adesh Prasad. The film's music is produced by Vishal Bhardwaj and the lyrics are penned by Gulzar.
14 December,2024 11:56 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentA year after the release of '12th Fail', filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra released the documentary 'Zero Se Restart'. The eighty-eight-minute film provides a detailed insight into the filming of Chopra's critically acclaimed super hit film '12th Fail'. The documentary is directed by Jaskunwar Singh Kohli who was one of the editors, writers, and associate directors of '12th Fail'. Vikrant Massey was not the first choice for Manoj in 12th Fail The film was released on December 13. One major revelation in the documentary was that Vikrant Massey was not the first choice for the lead role of Manoj Kumar Sharma. The film is based on Anurag Pathak's book 'Twelfth Fail: Hara Wahi Jo Ladaa Nahi' and even Anurag preferred Varun Dhawan's casting over anyone else. Many other team members felt the same too. In the movie, we can see that Vidhu Vinod Chopra had his doubts about casting the 'Bhediya' actor. Chopra is seen praising Varun Dhawan but also explains his logic behind why he thinks he is not the correct choice for this role and film. Finally, Vikrant Massey was chosen for the role of IAS Manoj Sharma who worked day and night to change his poverty-laden life. The film also delves into how the love story blossomed between Manoj Kumar Sharma and his wife Shraddha Joshi who also appeared for IAS exams and went on to become an IRS officer and later married Manoj Kumar Sharma. Shraddha's character was portrayed by actress Medha Shankar. Workfront of Vikrant Massey and Varun Dhawan Vikrant Massey was last seen in Ekta Kapoor's 'The Sabarmati Report' alongside Raashi Khanna and Riddhi Dogra. The film was based on the 2002 Godhra riots. After the film's release, Massey also announced an indefinite break from films after his two releases in 2025. The actor made this decision to fulfill his other duties as a father, husband, and son. He will next be seen with Shanaya Kapoor in 'Aankhon Ki Gustakhiyaan'. Meanwhile, Varun Dhawan is preparing for his upcoming film 'Baby John' releasing on 25th December. The film stars Wamiqa Gabbi, Keerthy Suresh, Jackie Shroff, and Sanya Malhotra. The film's story is presented by Atlee and directed by Kalees.
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