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Wankhede on Netflix series row

‘This is a matter of self-respect’, says ex-Mumbai Zonal Director of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Sameer Wankhede, speaking about the defamation suit he filed against Netflix and Red Chillies Entertainment (owned by actor Shah Rukh Khan and his wife, Gauri Khan), over the series 'Ba***ds of Bollywood'.   "My personal belief is that this has nothing to do with my job or my profession. In my personal capacity, I've approached the Delhi High Court. I wouldn't like to comment on the court proceedings or the issues involved, as the matter is sub judice... This is a matter of self-respect,…

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Hrithik Roshan to produce thriller series ‘Storm’

    Streaming service Prime Video on Friday announced its upcoming original series, to be produced by Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan and his banner HRX Films. Produced by Hrithik and his cousin Eshaan Roshan, the high-stakes thriller is tentatively titled ‘Storm’. It is set against the backdrop of Mumbai and explores secrets, ambition and survival. The series is created and directed by Ajitpal Singh of ‘Tabbar’ fame, with a story co-written by Singh, Francois Lunel and Swati Das. Production is scheduled to begin soon. The series will also feature a strong ensemble cast, including Parvathy Thiruvothu, Alaya F, Srishti Shrivastava, Rrama Sharma…

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10

Oct

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AI-Powered Mahabharat to Premiere on WAVES OTT

An artificial intelligence-led reimagination of Mahabharat, the epic, is set for release on Prasar Bharati's WAVES OTT platform later this month, followed by its telecast on Doordarshan every Sunday.    The digital premiere of "Mahabharat", produced by the Collective Media Network, will be on October 25, while it will be telecast on Doordarshan from November 2.    "Partnering on this AI-led reimagining allows audiences to experience one of India's greatest epics anew, honouring tradition while embracing cutting-edge technology in storytelling. It is an expression of Vikas and Virasat coming together in modern broadcasting," Prasar Bharati CEO Gaurav Dwivedi said in…

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10

Oct

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Up next for Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali

Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali has teamed up with Applause Entertainment for his next film, featuring a star-studded cast, comprising Diljit Dosanjh, Vedang Raina, Sharvari and Naseeruddin Shah. Set to hit the big screen on Baisakhi 2026, the film is produced by Applause Entertainment alongside Window Seat Films and Reliance Entertainment.The film is currently under production. The team has recently finished its shooting schedule in Mumbai and will next travel to Punjab to resume filming. Ali said the film has a large canvas but is personal. "Can love really be lost? Can home be taken away from someone’s heart? This is a…

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Oct

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In 6 days, Shetty’s ‘Kantara Chapter 1′ rakes in ₹427.5 cr

Actor-director Rishab Shetty’s "Kantara: Chapter 1" has taken the box office by storm, grossing Rs 427.5 crore worldwide within six days of release, the makers said in a statement. The movie is a prequel to Shetty’s 2022 blockbuster “Kantara”, which became a cultural phenomenon for its rooted storytelling, exploration of folklore and divine traditions of coastal Karnataka, and went on to become one of the highest-grossing Kannada films of all time.   Released on October 2 in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali, and English, the movie is produced by Hombale Films.   In a statement, the makers said the…

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09

Oct

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Priya Kapur called ‘greedy’ by Karisma Kapoor’s children in Delhi High Court

On Thursday, the children of actor Karisma Kapoor, Samaira and Kiaan Raj, accused their stepmother, Priya Kapur, of being “greedy” and likened her to a “Cinderella stepmother” during a hearing before the Delhi High Court.  The remarks were made by their counsel before Justice Jyoti Singh while challenging the purported will of their late father, Sunjay Kapur, which involves assets reportedly worth Rs 30,000 crore. The reference to a “Cinderella stepmother” alluded to the 1950 Walt Disney film Cinderella, where the protagonist is mistreated by her stepmother, who prioritises her own daughters. On September 26, the court had permitted Priya…

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Celebrities, political leaders & fans mourn Punjabi singer’s demise

Popular Punjabi singer and actor Rajvir Jawanda passed away while receiving treatment at Fortis Hospital in Mohali, after a 12-day battle for life following a tragic road accident. The 35-year-old artist sustained severe head and spinal injuries on September 27, when his motorcycle collided with stray cattle that suddenly appeared on the road near Baddi, Himachal Pradesh. Doctors reported that Jawanda’s neurological condition remained critical throughout his treatment, with minimal brain activity and no significant improvement despite intensive medical care. His condition was described as “extremely critical” shortly after the accident, and he had been on life support since his…

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08

Oct

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Netflix starts filming season 4 of “Ginny & Georgia”

Well, well.... the wait will be over soon!   Streaming platform Netflix announced that the upcoming fourth season of the teen drama series "Ginny and Georgia" has begun production.     "omgomg GINNY & GEORGIA S4 is now in production!!" read the caption to their Instagram post posted on Tuesday.   "Hi, you guys Brianne here. Welcome to our first day of shooting season 4 for Ginny & Georgia", said Brianne Howey who played Georgia Miller on the show in the video.   "It's day one and I am so excited for you all to see what we are getting…

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08

Oct

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Bombay HC tells Shilpa Shetty & Raj Kundra to deposit ₹60 crore before leaving India

The Bombay High Court directed actor Shilpa Shetty and her husband, Raj Kundra, to deposit ₹60 crore if they wish to travel to Los Angeles or any other foreign destination. The court denied their request to travel and refused to suspend the Look Out Circular (LOC) issued against them, as reported by media houses.  The couple had filed a plea in the high court seeking to quash the LOC, which was issued in connection with a First Information Report (FIR) alleging a ₹60 crore fraud. The court adjourned the matter until October 14. The case stems from a complaint lodged…

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Oct

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Rise, fall and rebirth: It’s Bobby Deol 2.0

Bobby Deol completed 30 years since he made his B-wood debut with "Barsaat". And Bobby’s journey had its own ups and downs, and it for sure could make a movie script of his own, as if a star had been reborn. The chocolate box hero, better known as Dharmendra's son when he hit the screens opposite another debutante and star kid Twinkle Khanna on October 6, 1995, has evolved into the character actor who grabs attention with his turn as the villain in "Animal", the shady godman in the OTT show "Aashram" and now the suave, complex superstar of "The…

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