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<p>Brother and sister duo Neha Kakkar and Tony Kakkar are making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Their latest song, <i>Candy Shop</i>, is being slammed left and right by netizens for its visuals, lyrics, and choreography. The song is facing sharp criticism and has become a topic of discussion on social media. Let's delve into it to know more.</p><h2>Netizens' reaction to Neha and Tony Kakkar's latest song Candy Shop</h2><p>The song <i>Candy Shop</i> was released on December 15. It marks the latest collaboration of the brother-sister duo. Ever since its release, the track has drawn backlash for its cringeworthy and vulgar content. One user on X wrote, "I miss her singing Bollywood songs. It's my humble request to Neha to stop making sh**** songs like <i>Lollipop</i>. You're just lowering your dignity &amp; standards. You've completely lost your sense of singing."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/actress-nidhhi-agerwal-mobbed-during-a-song-launch-at-hyderabad-event-watch-1766034162972"><strong>Actress Nidhhi Agerwal mobbed during a song launch at Hyderabad event - WATCH</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I miss her singing good Bollywood songs<br>It&#39;s my humble request to Neha to stop making shitty songs like &#39;Lollipop&#39; You&#39;re just lowering your dignity &amp; standards You&#39;ve completely lost your sense of singing<br><br>Have some class and sense! <a href="https://twitter.com/iAmNehaKakkar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@iAmNehaKakkar</a> <a href="https://t.co/UKN1lt5Nfg">https://t.co/UKN1lt5Nfg</a> <a href="https://t.co/iysRR8hAuw">pic.twitter.com/iysRR8hAuw</a></p>&mdash; Anshu Sharma (@anshu93sharma) <a href="https://twitter.com/anshu93sharma/status/2000938587924422878?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 16, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Another user wrote, "Community Alert: Please do not promote or circulate. <i>Lollipop</i> song of Neha Kakkar. Its horrible, nauseating &amp; pungent rhythm is causing breathing issues to sane viewers."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/happy-birthday-richa-chadha-masaan-to-fukrey-7-best-movies-and-series-on-netflix-prime-video-and-other-ott-platforms-1765984208845"><strong>Happy Birthday, Richa Chadha! 7 best movies and series on OTT platforms</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Community Alert :<br>Please donot promote or circulate <br>Lollipop song of Neha Kakkar lady <br>Its horrible , nauseating &amp; pungent rhythm is causing breathing issues to sane viewers . <a href="https://t.co/wkcVNAi4U5">pic.twitter.com/wkcVNAi4U5</a></p>&mdash; Ekalavya (@Ekalavya230) <a href="https://twitter.com/Ekalavya230/status/2000841131630989756?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 16, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>For the unversed, Neha Kakkar had previously collaborated on tracks such as <i>Coca Cola</i> and <i>Coca Cola 2</i>, which had found popularity. However, with the latest track, it has reignited the topic of the kind of content being showcased to the audience.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/avatar-fire-and-ash-director-james-cameron-expresses-his-wish-to-visit-the-sets-of-ss-rajamouli-s-varanasi-1765999327786"><strong>James Cameron expresses his wish to visit the sets of Rajamouli's next</strong></a></p><h2>All about Neha Kakkar</h2><p>Neha Kakkar is the younger sister of playback singers Tony Kakkar and Sonu Kakkar. She gained recognition after she participated in the singing reality show Indian Idol in 2005. She then made her Bollywood debut as a chorus singer in <i>Meerabai Not Out.</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/oscar-awards-to-move-to-youtube-in-2029-after-a-long-partnership-with-abc-1765998320651"><strong>Oscar awards to move to YouTube in 2029 after a long partnership with ABC</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Her songs <i>Sunny Sunny</i> from <i>Yaarinya</i> and <i>London Thumakda</i> from <i>Queen</i> made her gain prominence. Other songs she has sung are <i>Kar Gayi Chull</i> from <i>Kapoor &amp; Sons</i>, <i>Kala Chashma</i> from <i>Baar Baar Dekho</i>, <i>Dilbar</i> from <i>Satyameva Jayate</i>, <i>O Saki Saki</i> from <i>Batla House</i>, and <i>Garmi</i> from <i>Street Dancer 3D</i>, among others.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Apart from playback singing, Kakkar has appeared in several music videos and as a judge on several television reality shows, including Indian Idol.</p>

Singer Neha Kakkar's latest song, Candy Shop, is being slammed by netizens for being cringe and vulgar. The song has sparked widespread criticism on social media from those who have expressed their disapproval.

Brother and sister duo Neha Kakkar and Tony Kakkar are making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Their latest song, Candy Shop, is being slammed left and right by netizens for its visuals, lyrics, and choreography. The song is facing sharp criticism and has become a topic of discussion on social media. Let's delve into it to know more. Netizens' reaction to Neha and Tony Kakkar's latest song Candy Shop The song Candy Shop was released on December 15. It marks the latest collaboration of the brother-sister duo. Ever since its release, the track has drawn backlash for its cringeworthy and vulgar content. One user on X wrote, "I miss her singing Bollywood songs. It's my humble request to Neha to stop making sh**** songs like Lollipop. You're just lowering your dignity & standards. You've completely lost your sense of singing." Also Read: Actress Nidhhi Agerwal mobbed during a song launch at Hyderabad event - WATCH

<p>Singer Neha Kakkar's latest song, Candy Shop, is being slammed by netizens for being cringe and vulgar. The song has sparked widespread criticism on social media from those who have expressed their disapproval.&nbsp;</p>

Neha Kakkar's latest song Candy Shop faces backlash; internet says, 'lowering your dignity and standards'

<p><br>Prabhas' The Raja Saab is one of the most anticipated movies of 2026, and with only a few weeks left until its release, promotions and launch events have begun to take place. However, at the music launch event in Hyderabad, things turned chaotic when the crowd swarmed actress Nidhhi Agerwal.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In the viral videos, the uncontrolled crowd is seen surrounding the actress as she exits the mall in the chaos.</p><h2>Actress Nidhhi Agerwal was mobbed at Hyderabad's Lulu Mall during the song launch</h2><p>On Wednesday (Dec 17), Nidhhi attended a song launch event in Hyderabad's Lulu Mall to unveil "Sahana Sahana" from the film, which drew a huge fan gathering. However, the situation turned chaotic when Nidhhi was exiting the mall, and the large crowd started to surge towards her, eager to catch a glimpse or snap a picture of her.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The situation turned so chaotic that Nidhhi struggled to walk and reach her car. At one point, she and her security team had to push people back to clear a path towards the car as the crowd. Visibly distressed, Nidhhi struggled to reach her car as the crowd continued to go back and forth. After she was stuck for a few minutes, her security managed to get her inside the car.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ikkis-release-date-postponed-is-dhurandhar-s-buzz-the-reason-behind-delay-1766028637632">Ikkis release date postponed: Is Dhurandhar's buzz the reason behind delay?</a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Unfcukingbelievable. <a href="https://t.co/Wnb788KoFY">pic.twitter.com/Wnb788KoFY</a></p>&mdash; Wokeflix (@wokeflix) <a href="https://twitter.com/wokeflix/status/2001346890659766762?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 17, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Several videos from yesterday's event have gone viral on social media, showing the actress holding her dupatta and securing her clothes as she was being mobbed in the crowded space. Netizens are slamming the public for not respecting the actress's personal space and questioning the security arrangements.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Expressing the shocking, one user wrote,''Apparently it was so crowded that some people parked their cars on the flyover and some even started eating inside the convenience stores only!‘'</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/nick-reiner-rob-reiner-s-son-appears-in-court-over-parents-murder-1766027438125"><strong>Nick Reiner, Rob Reiner's son appears in court over parents' murder</strong></a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Seriously what&#39;s wrong with people,it can cause stampede ,( I always prefer to look for greens/nature, and away from crowds).</p>&mdash; Rakesh Das (@RakeshD55381590) <a href="https://twitter.com/RakeshD55381590/status/1709157452980298041?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 3, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">We often criticize the behavior of celebrities. But the appalling behavior of the public was evident yesterday at Lulu Mall in Hyderabad.<br><br>Actess Nidhhi Agerwal was attending the song launch of her film <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TheRajaSaab?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TheRajaSaab</a> She was mobbed by Public.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidhhiAgerwal?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidhhiAgerwal</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidhiAgarwal?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidhiAgarwal</a> <a href="https://t.co/SuyhvjHo6Y">pic.twitter.com/SuyhvjHo6Y</a></p>&mdash; Satendra Sharma (@SatendraLive) <a href="https://twitter.com/SatendraLive/status/2001501839683129572?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Lulu Mall opening in Hyderabad<br><br>Apparently it was so crowded that some people parked their cars on the flyover and some even started eating inside the convenience stores only!<br><br>What is the craze for new malls, you can also visit later :| <a href="https://t.co/nGV51kt63a">pic.twitter.com/nGV51kt63a</a></p>&mdash; Aditya Kondawar (@aditya_kondawar) <a href="https://twitter.com/aditya_kondawar/status/1709153010448781318?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 3, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Another user wrote,''Seriously what's wrong with people,it can cause stampede ,( I always prefer to look for greens/nature, and away from crowds).''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As of now, no official statement has been released by Agerwal and the makers of The Raja Saab.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Raja Saab will release on Jan 9, 2026, worldwide.</p>

Actress Nidhhi Agerwal mobbed during a song launch at Hyderabad event

Prabhas' The Raja Saab is one of the most anticipated movies of 2026, and with only a few weeks left until its release, promotions and launch events have begun to take place. However, at the music launch event in Hyderabad, things turned chaotic when the crowd swarmed actress Nidhhi Agerwal. In the viral videos, the uncontrolled crowd is seen surrounding the actress as she exits the mall in the chaos. Actress Nidhhi Agerwal was mobbed at Hyderabad's Lulu Mall during the song launch On Wednesday (Dec 17), Nidhhi attended a song launch event in Hyderabad's Lulu Mall to unveil "Sahana Sahana" from the film, which drew a huge fan gathering. However, the situation turned chaotic when Nidhhi was exiting the mall, and the large crowd started to surge towards her, eager to catch a glimpse or snap a picture of her. The situation turned so chaotic that Nidhhi struggled to walk and reach her car. At one point, she and her security team had to push people back to clear a path towards the car as the crowd. Visibly distressed, Nidhhi struggled to reach her car as the crowd continued to go back and forth. After she was stuck for a few minutes, her security managed to get her inside the car. Also read: Ikkis release date postponed: Is Dhurandhar's buzz the reason behind delay?

<p>Actress Nidhhi Agerwal was mobbed during a song launch at a Hyderabad event when the situation got out of hand and people started to surge towards her.&nbsp;</p>

Actress Nidhhi Agerwal mobbed during a song launch at Hyderabad event - WATCH

<p>Agastya Nanda and Dharmendra’s upcoming film Ikkis will not release on Dec 25, 2025. Just a few days before the movie was set to hit theatres, the film has been postponed by another week.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Presented by Dinesh Vijan and Maddock Films, Ikkis is directed by Sriram Raghavan. Notably, it is his first war film. What also makes this film extra special is that it will be veteran actor Dharmendra’s last film that audiences will watch on the big screen.</p><h2>Ikkis release date postponed: When will it be released now?</h2><p>On Wednesday (December 18), the makers of the movie announced that the patriotic drama will now be released on New Year’s Day instead. Along with the new release date announcement, the makers also shared that the final trailer of Ikkis will drop on Dec 19.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/nick-reiner-rob-reiner-s-son-appears-in-court-over-parents-murder-1766027438125">Nick Reiner, Rob Reiner's son appears in court over parents' murder</a></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">This new year, gift yourself courage.<br><br>Final <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ikkis?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ikkis</a> trailer drops this weekend in theatres. A new chapter unfolds in legendary director Sriram Raghvan’s first war film.<br><br>The true story of India’s youngest Param Vir Chakra Awardee, Second Lt. Arun Khetarpal. Some heroes die young.… <a href="https://t.co/NaiEHPSOBm">pic.twitter.com/NaiEHPSOBm</a></p>&mdash; Maddockfilms (@MaddockFilms) <a href="https://twitter.com/MaddockFilms/status/2001256760490037562?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 17, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Sharing a statement on X, the makers wrote,''This new year, gift yourself courage. Final #Ikkis trailer drops this weekend in theatres. A new chapter unfolds in legendary director Sriram Raghvan’s first war film.The true story of India’s youngest Param Vir Chakra Awardee, Second Lt. Arun Khetarpal. Some heroes die young. Experience courage in cinemas.#Ikkis releasing on 1st January 2026.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/to-counter-dhurandhar-pakistan-announces-new-film-mera-layari-claims-aditya-dhar-s-film-misrepresents-karachi-neighbourhood-1765983526882">To counter Dhurandhar, Pakistan announces new film ‘Mera Layari’</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Alongside Dharmendra and Nanda, the cast also features Jaideep Ahlawat and Sikandar Kher.</p><h2>Ikkis postponed: What's the reason behind it?</h2><p>Agastya Nanda’s film was a major release planned for Christmas Day. However, the makers have not shared a specific reason behind the postponement. It is speculated that the decision was taken to avoid a box office clash with James Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash and Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For Avatar fans, Cameron’s film would likely be the first preference. In the Hindi belt, audiences are still riding high on Aditya Dhar’s action thriller, which may also draw viewers to theatres as their first choice. &nbsp;</p><h2><strong>What is Ikkis about?</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The movie is based on the life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, a 21-year-old Indian Army officer who was martyred during the Battle of Basantar in 1971. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For his bravery, the young hero was awarded the Param Vir Chakra posthumously, making him the youngest recipient of the honour.</p>

Agastya Nanda and Dharmendra’s upcoming film Ikkis will not release on Dec 25, 2025. Just a few days before the movie was set to hit theatres, the film has been postponed by another week. Presented by Dinesh Vijan and Maddock Films, Ikkis is directed by Sriram Raghavan. Notably, it is his first war film. What also makes this film extra special is that it will be veteran actor Dharmendra’s last film that audiences will watch on the big screen. Ikkis release date postponed: When will it be released now? On Wednesday (December 18), the makers of the movie announced that the patriotic drama will now be released on New Year’s Day instead. Along with the new release date announcement, the makers also shared that the final trailer of Ikkis will drop on Dec 19. Also read: Nick Reiner, Rob Reiner's son appears in court over parents' murder

<p>Agastya Nanda’s film was a major release planned for Christmas Day. However, the makers have not shared a specific reason behind the postponement. It is speculated that the decision was taken to avoid a box office clash with James Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash and Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar.</p>

Ikkis release date postponed: Is Dhurandhar's buzz the reason behind delay?

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<p>Ranveer Singh’s <i>Dhurandhar</i> has been ruling the box office ever since its December 5 release. The film is directed by Aditya Dhar and features Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal and Sanjay Dutt in key roles. The film is set in Karachi’s Lyari neighbourhood between 1999-2009. The film, a spy thriller, has stirred controversy in Pakistan even though the film has not been released in the country. The depiction of Pakistan and particularly Lyari town has reportedly offended authorities in Sindh, and the Sindh Information Department has decided to respond to Dhurandhar’s anti-Pakistan story with its own film,<i> Mera Layari, </i>which will aim at presenting the ‘real’ story of Lyari.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Pakistan announces its own film to counter Dhurandhar</h2><p><i>Dhurandhar</i> gives a deep look at the mafia network that operates from the Lyari neighbourhood, which has links to ISI. The film’s plot involves Ranveer, part of Indian intelligence, infiltrating a dreaded gang in Lyari headed by Akshaye Khanna.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film has obviously not gone down well with many Pakistanis. The official handle of the Sindh Information Department shared two posters of <i>Mera Layari</i> and wrote, “Misrepresentation cannot erase reality. Lyari stands for culture, peace, and resilience—not violence. While Dhurandhar spreads propaganda, <i>Mera Layari</i> will soon tell the authentic story of pride and prosperity.”&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The department further announced that the film will release in January 2026, adding that “Indian propaganda against Lyari will never be successful.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>About Sindh Information Department</h2><p>The Sindh Information Department is a provincial government entity in Sindh, Pakistan. Its primary role is to ensure effective and strategic media coverage of government activities through both electronic and print platforms.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>About Lyari</h2><p>According to reports, Lyari comprises some of Karachi’s poorest settlements, where crime has historically thrived amid an alleged nexus between gangs and law enforcement. Rehman Dakait- played by Akshaye Khanna in the film- was born in the Lyari neighbourhood. Born to a drug peddler dad and his second wife, Rahman took to crime from an early age, soon becoming head of a crime network.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Lyari’s history</h2><p>The neighbourhood is believed to be Karachi’s oldest neighbourhood. Its residents often call Lyari the ‘Mother of Karachi’. Lyari word is derived frm Sidhi work Iyar – a tree which once grew along the banks of the Lyari River. According to reports, the area was inhabited by Sindhi fishermen and Baloch nomads. Before the partition, Lyari was known to be a predominantly Muslim area, whereas the rest of Karachi was inhabited bythe &nbsp;Hindu population.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>During the British rule, the neighbourhood did not see much development as colonial development focused on the port and the eastern part of Karachi.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It has had a long-standing history of crime. The area’s first criminal gangs began to take root in the 1960s. The 1970s saw the emergence of a vibrant local music scene known as “Lyari Disco,” even as the neighbourhood increasingly became a hub for drug trafficking.</p><p>Situation only worsened in the subsequent years, and in the 1980s and 1990s, Lyari’s gangsters became closely intertwined with local politics.&nbsp;</p>

Dhurandhar, Aditya Dhar's latest film, may not have been released in Pakistan, but it has offended many in the country. The depiction of Lyari neighbourhood in Karachi in the film has not been taken well particularly and now Pakistan has announced a new film to counter Dhurandhar. 

Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar has been ruling the box office ever since its December 5 release. The film is directed by Aditya Dhar and features Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal and Sanjay Dutt in key roles. The film is set in Karachi’s Lyari neighbourhood between 1999-2009. The film, a spy thriller, has stirred controversy in Pakistan even though the film has not been released in the country. The depiction of Pakistan and particularly Lyari town has reportedly offended authorities in Sindh, and the Sindh Information Department has decided to respond to Dhurandhar’s anti-Pakistan story with its own film, Mera Layari, which will aim at presenting the ‘real’ story of Lyari. Pakistan announces its own film to counter Dhurandhar Dhurandhar gives a deep look at the mafia network that operates from the Lyari neighbourhood, which has links to ISI. The film’s plot involves Ranveer, part of Indian intelligence, infiltrating a dreaded gang in Lyari headed by Akshaye Khanna. The film has obviously not gone down well with many Pakistanis. The official handle of the Sindh Information Department shared two posters of Mera Layari and wrote, “Misrepresentation cannot erase reality. Lyari stands for culture, peace, and resilience—not violence. While Dhurandhar spreads propaganda, Mera Layari will soon tell the authentic story of pride and prosperity.” The department further announced that the film will release in January 2026, adding that “Indian propaganda against Lyari will never be successful.” About Sindh Information Department The Sindh Information Department is a provincial government entity in Sindh, Pakistan. Its primary role is to ensure effective and strategic media coverage of government activities through both electronic and print platforms. About Lyari According to reports, Lyari comprises some of Karachi’s poorest settlements, where crime has historically thrived amid an alleged nexus between gangs and law enforcement. Rehman Dakait- played by Akshaye Khanna in the film- was born in the Lyari neighbourhood. Born to a drug peddler dad and his second wife, Rahman took to crime from an early age, soon becoming head of a crime network. Lyari’s history The neighbourhood is believed to be Karachi’s oldest neighbourhood. Its residents often call Lyari the ‘Mother of Karachi’. Lyari word is derived frm Sidhi work Iyar – a tree which once grew along the banks of the Lyari River. According to reports, the area was inhabited by Sindhi fishermen and Baloch nomads. Before the partition, Lyari was known to be a predominantly Muslim area, whereas the rest of Karachi was inhabited bythe Hindu population. During the British rule, the neighbourhood did not see much development as colonial development focused on the port and the eastern part of Karachi. It has had a long-standing history of crime. The area’s first criminal gangs began to take root in the 1960s. The 1970s saw the emergence of a vibrant local music scene known as “Lyari Disco,” even as the neighbourhood increasingly became a hub for drug trafficking. Situation only worsened in the subsequent years, and in the 1980s and 1990s, Lyari’s gangsters became closely intertwined with local politics.

<p>Dhurandhar, Aditya Dhar's latest film, may not have been released in Pakistan, but it has offended many in the country. The depiction of Lyari neighbourhood in Karachi in the film has not been taken well particularly and now Pakistan has announced a new film to counter Dhurandhar.&nbsp;</p>

To counter Dhurandhar, Pakistan announces new film ‘Mera Layari’, claims Aditya Dhar’s film misrepresents Karachi neighbourhood

<p>It is a proud moment for India as Neeraj Ghaywan’s film <i>Homebound</i>, featuring Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa, has made it to the shortlist of the Best International Feature category at the Academy Awards. The film is India’s official entry at the Oscars 2026 and is now in the top 15 contending to be nominated in the Best International Feature category. The film is the fifth Indian film to make it to the shortlist, which itself calls for celebration. But what does it mean to be on the Oscar shortlist? And does it mean that the film has now secured a nomination at the Oscars 2026? Here’s what it means.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Homebound makes it to Oscar shortlist: What does it mean?</h2><p>The film, which premiered earlier this year at the Cannes Film Festival, has made it to the Oscar 2026 shortlist in the Best International Feature category. Now, qualifying for the shortlist is in itself a big achievement, considering over 80 films were competing in this category.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While in other categories, only the Academy members relevant to that category are eligible to vote, the case is different for the Best International Feature category.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For instance, only documentary filmmakers are eligible to vote in the best documentary categories. But in the International Feature category, an Academy member has to watch all other contenders and then opt in to vote in the category. The competition is also quite huge and diverse, given that India’s official Oscars entry competed with each country’s official entry.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It should be noted that <i>Homebound </i>has found a spot among films like Jafar Panahi’s I<i>t Was Just An Accident</i> (France) and Park Chan-wook’s<i> No Other Choice </i>(South Korea).</p><h2>What’s next?</h2><p>Homebound is now part of the top 15. From here, it’s an uphill road for the film and its team which will have to campaign hard in order to make members of the Academy watch the film in order to secure more votes and thus make it to the top 5 nominations in the Best International Feature category.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Homebound will face competition in Jafar Panahi’s <i>It Was Just An Accident </i>(France), Park Chan-Wook’s <i>No Other Choice</i> (South Korea), and Joachim Trier’s <i>Sentimental Value</i> (Norway) in the category.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It should be noted that India has never won an Oscar in the Best International Feature category. The last nomination from India in this category was<i> Lagaan</i> back in 2002, which lost to the Bosnian film&nbsp;<i>No Man’s Land.</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Only 4 Indian films made it to the shortlist</h2><p>Before <i>Homebound,</i> only four Indian films have made it to the shortlist so far. As per the official website of the Film Federation of India, three of them also made it to the final Best International Feature category (then known as Best Foreign Film category), but didn’t win the Oscar. The films include Mehboob Khan’s <i>Mother India</i> (1957), which was also the first time India sent its official entry to the 30th Academy Awards.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>30 years later, Mira Nair’s <i>Salaam Bombay!</i> (1988) also made it to the nomination list, and 14 years later, <i>Lagaan </i>(2001) made it to the final category.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The only time an official entry from India has made it to the shortlist, but not to the main category, is Pan Nalin’s 2021 Gujarati film, <i>The Last Film Show.</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>India's history at Oscars</h2><p>Producer of Homebound Karan Johar took to Instagram to share his excitement over the film’s selection in the Oscar shortlist.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“I am not sure I can articulate how proud, elated and over the moon I am with the journey of #HOMEBOUND… all of us @dharmamovies are privileged to have this proud and important film in our filmography,” he wrote, adding, “From Cannes to being on the Oscar shortlist this has been such an overwhelming journey!” Ghaywan also shared the news on his social media handles, writing, “We’re deeply grateful for the extraordinary love and support we’ve received from around the world.”</p>

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<p> </p><p>Interestingly, while India is the world’s largest producer of films, only 10 Indians have won an Oscar so far, including an honorary Oscar for the late filmmaker Satyajit Ray in 1992.</p><p> </p><p>Many would also recall that SS Rajamouli’s 2022 Telugu blockbuster, <i>RRR,</i> won the Best Original Song Oscar for the hit song ‘<i>Natu Natu’.</i></p><p> </p><p>The 2026 Oscar nominations will be announced on January 22, 2026. </p>

Neeraj Ghaywan's directorial Homebound has made it to the Oscar shortlist in the Best International Feature category. The fim features Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa in lead roles. Here's what it means to be selected in the Oscars shortlist. 

It is a proud moment for India as Neeraj Ghaywan’s film Homebound, featuring Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa, has made it to the shortlist of the Best International Feature category at the Academy Awards. The film is India’s official entry at the Oscars 2026 and is now in the top 15 contending to be nominated in the Best International Feature category. The film is the fifth Indian film to make it to the shortlist, which itself calls for celebration. But what does it mean to be on the Oscar shortlist? And does it mean that the film has now secured a nomination at the Oscars 2026? Here’s what it means. Homebound makes it to Oscar shortlist: What does it mean? The film, which premiered earlier this year at the Cannes Film Festival, has made it to the Oscar 2026 shortlist in the Best International Feature category. Now, qualifying for the shortlist is in itself a big achievement, considering over 80 films were competing in this category. While in other categories, only the Academy members relevant to that category are eligible to vote, the case is different for the Best International Feature category. For instance, only documentary filmmakers are eligible to vote in the best documentary categories. But in the International Feature category, an Academy member has to watch all other contenders and then opt in to vote in the category. The competition is also quite huge and diverse, given that India’s official Oscars entry competed with each country’s official entry. It should be noted that Homebound has found a spot among films like Jafar Panahi’s It Was Just An Accident (France) and Park Chan-wook’s No Other Choice (South Korea). What’s next? Homebound is now part of the top 15. From here, it’s an uphill road for the film and its team which will have to campaign hard in order to make members of the Academy watch the film in order to secure more votes and thus make it to the top 5 nominations in the Best International Feature category. Homebound will face competition in Jafar Panahi’s It Was Just An Accident (France), Park Chan-Wook’s No Other Choice (South Korea), and Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value (Norway) in the category. It should be noted that India has never won an Oscar in the Best International Feature category. The last nomination from India in this category was Lagaan back in 2002, which lost to the Bosnian film No Man’s Land. Only 4 Indian films made it to the shortlist Before Homebound, only four Indian films have made it to the shortlist so far. As per the official website of the Film Federation of India, three of them also made it to the final Best International Feature category (then known as Best Foreign Film category), but didn’t win the Oscar. The films include Mehboob Khan’s Mother India (1957), which was also the first time India sent its official entry to the 30th Academy Awards. 30 years later, Mira Nair’s Salaam Bombay! (1988) also made it to the nomination list, and 14 years later, Lagaan (2001) made it to the final category. The only time an official entry from India has made it to the shortlist, but not to the main category, is Pan Nalin’s 2021 Gujarati film, The Last Film Show. India's history at Oscars Producer of Homebound Karan Johar took to Instagram to share his excitement over the film’s selection in the Oscar shortlist. “I am not sure I can articulate how proud, elated and over the moon I am with the journey of #HOMEBOUND… all of us @dharmamovies are privileged to have this proud and important film in our filmography,” he wrote, adding, “From Cannes to being on the Oscar shortlist this has been such an overwhelming journey!” Ghaywan also shared the news on his social media handles, writing, “We’re deeply grateful for the extraordinary love and support we’ve received from around the world.”

<p>Neeraj Ghaywan's directorial Homebound has made it to the Oscar shortlist in the Best International Feature category. The fim features Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa in lead roles. Here's what it means to be selected in the Oscars shortlist.&nbsp;</p>

Homebound makes it to Oscar shortlist: What does it mean for Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa’s film?

<p>Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar is creating waves not just in India, but outside the country as well. The film has already earned over Rs 500 crore worldwide and is setting new records in Bollywood box office history. The Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna starrer released globally on December 5 and since then has been ruling the box office across. What's more, its global collection has surpassed Hollywood hit Wicked for Good. Yes, you read that right.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Dhurandhar dominates the global box office</h2><p>In its opening weekend itself, the film earned over $17 million ( Rs 158 crore), and it looked set for a good run at the box office. The first Monday after release is often seen by trade pundits as the litmus test, but Dhurandhar passed the test. In its second weekend, the film’s collection increased in the domestic box office owing to the word-of-mouth publicity. This enabled the film to beat international blockbusters at the global box office.</p><h2>Dhurandhar international box office collection</h2><p>At the end of the first week of its release, Dhurandhar had earned Rs 319 crore gross worldwide. This included earnings of $7.8 million from the international market. In its second weekend (Dec 12-14), Dhurandhar added Rs 225 crore gross worldwide (around $25 million), including an earning of $5.85 million overseas. This took its worldwide haul to Rs 544 crore after 10 days. Since then, the film has added Rs 95 crore more. Its worldwide collection now stands at Rs 639 crore ($71 million), including $16 million overseas.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Dhurandhar beats Wicked For Good</h2><p>In its second weekend, Dhurandhar earned $25 million worldwide, making it the third highest grossing film in the world, just behind Zootopia 2 and Five Nights at Freddys 2, both of which collected over $30 million, as per Box Office Mojo.&nbsp;</p><p>Interestingly, Dhurandhar’s global box office collection beat Wicked: For Good, the beloved sequel that earned just over $13 million worldwide in the same time period. Dhurandhar also surpassed the weekend collections of other big films, including Predator: Badlands ($1.5 million), and Now You See Me: Now You Don't ($3 million).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/dhurandhar-banned-in-gulf-countries-how-many-indian-films-have-got-banned-before-1765531103787">Dhurandhar banned in Gulf countries: How many Indian films have got blocked before?</a></p><h2>About Dhurandhar</h2><p>The spy thriller directed by Aditya Dhar has Ranveer Singh playing an undercover Indian agent who infiltrates one of the dreaded mafia gangs and terror networks in Karachi, which is headed by Akshaye Khanna. The film also features Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Rakesh Bedi and Sara Arjun in key roles.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/dhurandhar-dyk-the-editor-of-trailer-has-a-connection-to-yami-gautam-1763791214798">Dhurandhar: DYK the editor of trailer has a connection to Yami Gautam?</a></p><h2>WION’s review of Dhurandhar</h2><p>In her review of Dhurandhar, Pragati Awashthi of WION called the film a ‘big screen experience’. “<i>Dhurandhar</i>&nbsp;comes with a digestible story and compelling performances, despite the complex theme. The music of the movie adds more thrill,” wrote Pragati. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/dhurandhar-movie-review-aditya-dhar-delivers-a-big-screen-experience-we-needed-powered-by-ranveer-akshaye-1764930680433">Read full review here.</a></p>

Ever since Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar hit the big screen, the film has been dominating box office both in India and as well as overseas. The film is now the thrid highest grossing film in the world. 

Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar is creating waves not just in India, but outside the country as well. The film has already earned over Rs 500 crore worldwide and is setting new records in Bollywood box office history. The Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna starrer released globally on December 5 and since then has been ruling the box office across. What's more, its global collection has surpassed Hollywood hit Wicked for Good. Yes, you read that right. Dhurandhar dominates the global box office In its opening weekend itself, the film earned over $17 million ( Rs 158 crore), and it looked set for a good run at the box office. The first Monday after release is often seen by trade pundits as the litmus test, but Dhurandhar passed the test. In its second weekend, the film’s collection increased in the domestic box office owing to the word-of-mouth publicity. This enabled the film to beat international blockbusters at the global box office. Dhurandhar international box office collection At the end of the first week of its release, Dhurandhar had earned Rs 319 crore gross worldwide. This included earnings of $7.8 million from the international market. In its second weekend (Dec 12-14), Dhurandhar added Rs 225 crore gross worldwide (around $25 million), including an earning of $5.85 million overseas. This took its worldwide haul to Rs 544 crore after 10 days. Since then, the film has added Rs 95 crore more. Its worldwide collection now stands at Rs 639 crore ($71 million), including $16 million overseas. Dhurandhar beats Wicked For Good In its second weekend, Dhurandhar earned $25 million worldwide, making it the third highest grossing film in the world, just behind Zootopia 2 and Five Nights at Freddys 2, both of which collected over $30 million, as per Box Office Mojo. Interestingly, Dhurandhar’s global box office collection beat Wicked: For Good, the beloved sequel that earned just over $13 million worldwide in the same time period. Dhurandhar also surpassed the weekend collections of other big films, including Predator: Badlands ($1.5 million), and Now You See Me: Now You Don't ($3 million). Also read: Dhurandhar banned in Gulf countries: How many Indian films have got blocked before? About Dhurandhar The spy thriller directed by Aditya Dhar has Ranveer Singh playing an undercover Indian agent who infiltrates one of the dreaded mafia gangs and terror networks in Karachi, which is headed by Akshaye Khanna. The film also features Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Rakesh Bedi and Sara Arjun in key roles. Also read: Dhurandhar: DYK the editor of trailer has a connection to Yami Gautam? WION’s review of Dhurandhar In her review of Dhurandhar, Pragati Awashthi of WION called the film a ‘big screen experience’. “Dhurandhar comes with a digestible story and compelling performances, despite the complex theme. The music of the movie adds more thrill,” wrote Pragati. Read full review here.

<p>Ever since Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar hit the big screen, the film has been dominating box office both in India and as well as overseas. The film is now the thrid highest grossing film in the world.&nbsp;</p>

Dhurandhar beats Wicked For Good at the global box office, earns over Rs 6 billion

<p>The first teaser of the upcoming crime thriller series <i>Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web</i> is out, and it has marked the first collaboration between filmmaker Neeraj Pandey and actor Emraan Hashmi. Directed by Raghav Jairath and produced by Friday Storytellers, Netflix confirmed the global premiere of the series on January 14, 2026.&nbsp;</p><h2>About the teaser</h2><p>The series showcases the high-pressure world of airport customs, and it follows Superintendent Arjun Meena, played by Hashmi, who is on a mission to dismantle smuggling networks running through international airports. The teaser opens with the lead actor's voiceover revealing the scale of smuggling operations in Mumbai Airport. Sharad Kelkar also makes an appearance in the clip.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/dhurandhar-makes-history-first-bollywood-film-to-top-spotify-global-top-200-1765958244082"><strong>Dhurandhar makes history - first Bollywood film to top Spotify Global Top 200</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-madras-cafe-to-shootout-at-wadala-watch-these-7-best-john-abraham-movies-on-netflix-prime-video-zee5-and-more-1765950940540"><strong>From Madras Cafe to The Diplomat: 7 best movies of John Abraham</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Talking about the film, Neeraj Pandey said, "Airports are familiar to all of us, yet what unfolds behind the scenes is rarely seen. The world of customs is not something that has been explored on screen, and that was part of the appeal in our endeavour to introduce our audiences to a new, unexplored world which is quiet, disciplined, and high-pressure. With Taskaree, we bring together an ensemble that could reflect the complexity with depth and conviction. And as always, Netflix continues to be a strong partner in supporting stories that are rooted, authentic, and built for scale."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/happy-birthday-riteish-deshmukh-masti-to-dhamaal-7-best-movies-on-netflix-prime-video-zee5-and-other-ott-platforms-1765955489847"><strong>Happy birthday, Riteish Deshmukh! Masti to Dhamaal: 7 movies on OTT platforms</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For Hashmi, the project is a refreshing departure. “Taskaree was exciting for me on many levels. It’s my first time working with Neeraj Pandey and stepping into his world. Playing a customs officer is new territory for me, and Arjun Meena isn’t loud or flashy, he’s calm, observant, and always thinking two steps ahead. I enjoyed stepping into that space. I’m really looking forward to audiences seeing me in this new role.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscar-2026-homebound-starring-ishaan-khattar-shortlisted-for-best-international-feature-film-at-academy-awards-1765916114346"><strong>Oscar 2026: Homebound shortlisted for Best International Feature Film</strong></a></p><h2>About Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web</h2><p><i>Taskaree's </i>cast also includes Amruta Khanvilkar, Nandish Singh Sandhu, Zoya Afroz, Anurag Sinha, Freddy Daruwala, Anuja Sathe, Jameel Khan, Virendra Saxena, and Hemant Kher. Created by Neeraj Pandey, who is known for A Wednesday!, Special 26, Baby, and Khakee: The Bihar Chapter, it is his third Netflix series.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i>Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web</i> premieres January 14, 2026, exclusively on Netflix.</p>

Netflix has released the teaser of Neeraj Pandey's upcoming crime thriller series Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web. Starring Emraan Hashmi as a customs officer, it is set to release on January 14, 2026.

The first teaser of the upcoming crime thriller series Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web is out, and it has marked the first collaboration between filmmaker Neeraj Pandey and actor Emraan Hashmi. Directed by Raghav Jairath and produced by Friday Storytellers, Netflix confirmed the global premiere of the series on January 14, 2026. About the teaser The series showcases the high-pressure world of airport customs, and it follows Superintendent Arjun Meena, played by Hashmi, who is on a mission to dismantle smuggling networks running through international airports. The teaser opens with the lead actor's voiceover revealing the scale of smuggling operations in Mumbai Airport. Sharad Kelkar also makes an appearance in the clip. Also Read: Dhurandhar makes history - first Bollywood film to top Spotify Global Top 200

<p>Netflix has released the teaser of Neeraj Pandey's upcoming crime thriller series Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web. Starring Emraan Hashmi as a customs officer, it is set to release on January 14, 2026.</p>

Taskaree teaser out! Emraan Hashmi's customs officer set to destroy smugglers web in Neeraj Pandey's upcoming series

<p>Indian blockbuster film Dhurandhar has delivered a landmark moment for Indian film music, emerging as the first Bollywood film to have every track from its soundtrack chart simultaneously within the Spotify Global Top 200 ecosystem, alongside a complete national chart sweep in India. Composed and produced by Shashwat Sachdev, the album has recorded one of the most comprehensive and rare chart performances by a Hindi film soundtrack to date.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On Spotify India, all 11 tracks from the album are currently charting inside the Top 200, making Dhurandhar the first Indian film album to place 11 out of 11 songs on the chart at the same time. The title track stands at #3, with Ishq Jalakar – Karvaan at #5 and Gehra Hua at #7, while the remaining tracks continue to hold strong positions across the chart — reflecting sustained listener engagement across the full album rather than isolated singles.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The album’s impact extends well beyond India. Dhurandhar debuted at #2 on Spotify’s Global Top Albums chart and at #5 on Spotify’s US Top Albums chart, underscoring the soundtrack’s international reach and its crossover appeal among global listeners. These rankings place Dhurandhar among the highest-debuting Indian film albums on Spotify worldwide.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/dhurandhar-dyk-the-editor-of-trailer-has-a-connection-to-yami-gautam-1763791214798">Dhurandhar: DYK the editor of trailer has a connection to Yami Gautam?</a></p>

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<p>On Apple Music India, Dhurandhar has secured the #1 album position, with tracks from the soundtrack simultaneously dominating individual song charts. The performance highlights a rare convergence of album listening and song-level discovery across platforms.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>With Dhurandhar, Shashwat Sachdev delivers a soundtrack that functions at scale — spanning cinematic score-driven compositions, contemporary hip-hop-influenced tracks, and emotionally led songs — while operating as a cohesive musical body. The wide chart spread reflects the album’s sonic range and its ability to connect with diverse audiences.</p><p>Reacting to the achievement, the composer, super producer Shashwat Sachdev states, “I never imagined this album as a chase for numbers. Dhurandhar was made slowly, with trust, friendship, and a lot of love for the music itself. To see all eleven tracks finding a place on the charts and a few of them living at the very top is deeply humbling. This belongs to every artist, musician, engineer, and collaborator who gave a piece of their soul to these songs. I’m grateful beyond words, and I’m just happy the music found its people.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/dhurandhar-movie-review-aditya-dhar-delivers-a-big-screen-experience-we-needed-powered-by-ranveer-akshaye-1764930680433"><strong>:&nbsp;</strong>Dhurandhar movie review: Aditya Dhar delivers a big-screen experience we needed, powered by Ranveer Singh &amp; Akshaye Khanna</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This success follows Sachdev’s recent work on The Ba****ds of Bollywood and further strengthens his position as one of the few Indian composers whose film music consistently translates into global streaming performance, marking Dhurandhar as a defining milestone for Bollywood music on the world stage.</p>

On Spotify India, all 11 tracks from the album are currently charting inside the Top 200, making Dhurandhar the first Indian film album to place 11 out of 11 songs on the chart at the same time

Indian blockbuster film Dhurandhar has delivered a landmark moment for Indian film music, emerging as the first Bollywood film to have every track from its soundtrack chart simultaneously within the Spotify Global Top 200 ecosystem, alongside a complete national chart sweep in India. Composed and produced by Shashwat Sachdev, the album has recorded one of the most comprehensive and rare chart performances by a Hindi film soundtrack to date. On Spotify India, all 11 tracks from the album are currently charting inside the Top 200, making Dhurandhar the first Indian film album to place 11 out of 11 songs on the chart at the same time. The title track stands at #3, with Ishq Jalakar – Karvaan at #5 and Gehra Hua at #7, while the remaining tracks continue to hold strong positions across the chart — reflecting sustained listener engagement across the full album rather than isolated singles. The album’s impact extends well beyond India. Dhurandhar debuted at #2 on Spotify’s Global Top Albums chart and at #5 on Spotify’s US Top Albums chart, underscoring the soundtrack’s international reach and its crossover appeal among global listeners. These rankings place Dhurandhar among the highest-debuting Indian film albums on Spotify worldwide. Also read: Dhurandhar: DYK the editor of trailer has a connection to Yami Gautam?

<p>On Spotify India, all 11 tracks from the album are currently charting inside the Top 200, making Dhurandhar the first Indian film album to place 11 out of 11 songs on the chart at the same time</p>

Dhurandhar makes history - first Bollywood film to top Spotify Global Top 200

Celebrating John Abraham's birthday, here are his best movies, from the action-packed Shootout at Wadala to the comedy Taxi No. 9211 and the patriotic Madras Cafe.

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Birthday special: From Madras Cafe to The Diplomat: Watch these 7 best John Abraham movies on Netflix, Prime Video, ZEE5 and more

Riteish Deshmukh turned 46 years old on Wednesday. He is known for playing comic roles, but the actor has shown his versatility with negative characters as well. Here are some best movies of the actor to watch on OTT platforms. 


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Happy birthday, Riteish Deshmukh! Masti to Dhamaal: 7 best movies on Netflix, Prime Video, ZEE5, and other OTT platforms

<p>James Cameron’s highly anticipated film <i>Avatar: Fire and Ash</i> is all set for its theatrical release on December 19. In India, many fans are eagerly waiting for the release of <i>Avatar 3 </i>and now they have one more reason to watch the film in theatres. The 3D promo of Ramayana, touted as the biggest film of 2026, will be attached to <i>Avatar: Fire and Ash,</i> which means, audience will get the first glimpse of Nitish Tiwari’s upcoming film which stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash in lead roles.&nbsp;</p><h2>Ramayana 3D trailer to release</h2><p>Some fans who had witnessed the trailer earlier this year during a pan–India moment have described the trailer as ‘grand’ and ‘spectacular’. The film is produced by Prime Focus Studios and co-produced by Yash's Monster Mind Creations and 8-time Oscar-winning VFX studio DNEG.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film also stars Sunny Deol and Ravi Dubey, with music by Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman. Reportedly, the film is one of the costliest Bollywood has ever seen and is aiming for a two-part release - the first half will release in Diwali 2026.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/avatar-fire-and-ash-trailer-out-it-s-a-battle-of-survival-in-pandora-for-the-sully-family-1753724756898"><strong>Avatar: Fire and Ash trailer out! It's a battle of survival in Pandora for the Sully family</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Avengers: Doomsday teaser to release with Avatar: Fire and Ash?</h2><p>There have been speculations that the teaser of <i>Avengers: Doomsday</i> will also be attached to<i> Avatar: Fire and Ash.&nbsp;</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Now, it is being said that four different trailers for the film will be released, each played in a different week. An official confirmation from Marvel is awaited.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A leaked trailer of <i>Avengers: Doomsday </i>has already leaked on social media, which has piqued the curiosity of fans.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><i>Avengers: Doomsday</i> is slated for release in May 2026 and <i>Avatar: Fire and Ash </i>will hit the screens on December 19.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/avengers-doomsday-leaked-trailer-reveals-a-huge-character-is-back-1765881238843">Avengers: Doomsday leaked trailer reveals a HUGE character is BACK</a></p>

The first teaser of Nitesh Tiwari's highly anticipated film Ramayana 3D will be released in theatres along with James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash. Ramayan 3D is being touted as the costliest film of Bollywood and stars Ranbir Kapoor as Ram. 

James Cameron’s highly anticipated film Avatar: Fire and Ash is all set for its theatrical release on December 19. In India, many fans are eagerly waiting for the release of Avatar 3 and now they have one more reason to watch the film in theatres. The 3D promo of Ramayana, touted as the biggest film of 2026, will be attached to Avatar: Fire and Ash, which means, audience will get the first glimpse of Nitish Tiwari’s upcoming film which stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash in lead roles. Ramayana 3D trailer to release Some fans who had witnessed the trailer earlier this year during a pan–India moment have described the trailer as ‘grand’ and ‘spectacular’. The film is produced by Prime Focus Studios and co-produced by Yash's Monster Mind Creations and 8-time Oscar-winning VFX studio DNEG. The film also stars Sunny Deol and Ravi Dubey, with music by Hans Zimmer and AR Rahman. Reportedly, the film is one of the costliest Bollywood has ever seen and is aiming for a two-part release - the first half will release in Diwali 2026. Also read: Avatar: Fire and Ash trailer out! It's a battle of survival in Pandora for the Sully family Avengers: Doomsday teaser to release with Avatar: Fire and Ash? There have been speculations that the teaser of Avengers: Doomsday will also be attached to Avatar: Fire and Ash. Now, it is being said that four different trailers for the film will be released, each played in a different week. An official confirmation from Marvel is awaited. A leaked trailer of Avengers: Doomsday has already leaked on social media, which has piqued the curiosity of fans. Avengers: Doomsday is slated for release in May 2026 and Avatar: Fire and Ash will hit the screens on December 19. Also read: Avengers: Doomsday leaked trailer reveals a HUGE character is BACK

<p>The first teaser of Nitesh Tiwari's highly anticipated film Ramayana 3D will be released in theatres along with James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash. Ramayan 3D is being touted as the costliest film of Bollywood and stars Ranbir Kapoor as Ram.&nbsp;</p>

Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramaya 3D teaser to be attached to James Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash

<p>After a successful run at the theatres, <i>Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat </i>is finally securing its spot on the streaming platform. Featuring Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa, the dramatic romantic thriller was released on the Diwali weekend in October earlier this year.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The movie opened with mixed reviews from critics. However, it went on to become a superhit among the young generations.&nbsp;</p><h2>When and where to watch the movie?&nbsp;</h2><p>After almost two months of waiting, Milap Zaveri's romantic love story is set to make its debut on <strong>ZEE5</strong> on <strong>December 26, 2025</strong>. So, audiences who missed the movie on the big screen can now watch this intense romantic drama. With a global audience, the film is likely to garner more audience.</p>

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After earning the tag of a HIT film, Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa's romantic movie, Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat, is making its way to the OTT platform. The audience who didn't get a chance to watch the romantic thriller in the theatre can now make their plans to watch it. 

After a successful run at the theatres, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat is finally securing its spot on the streaming platform. Featuring Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa, the dramatic romantic thriller was released on the Diwali weekend in October earlier this year. The movie opened with mixed reviews from critics. However, it went on to become a superhit among the young generations. When and where to watch the movie? After almost two months of waiting, Milap Zaveri's romantic love story is set to make its debut on ZEE5 on December 26, 2025. So, audiences who missed the movie on the big screen can now watch this intense romantic drama. With a global audience, the film is likely to garner more audience.

<p>After earning the tag of a HIT film, Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa's romantic movie, Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat, is making its way to the OTT platform. The audience who didn't get a chance to watch the romantic thriller in the theatre can now make their plans to watch it now.&nbsp;</p>

Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat OTT release: When and where to watch Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa's romance drama

<p>Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was stabbed multiple times by an intruder during an attempted robbery at his home in Bandra, Mumbai. The 54-year-old actor suffered serious injuries as he was stabbed six times, with one wound very close to his spine. He underwent multiple surgeries, and a piece of the knife was removed from his body.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Despite the serious injuries he suffered, the actor recovered well and is back at work on set. While the actor has spoken about the attack several times, most recently Saif talked about surviving the incident and the fear he experienced.</p><h2>Saif Ali Khan reveals that he was frightened of being bedridden</h2><p>Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter India, Saif Ali Khan talked about how the fear of being bedridden and paralysed still frightens him, “I feel incredibly lucky and blessed to have gotten away with it the way I did, because it was very close. There was a nick to my spinal cord, and that could have led to paralysis, because I had lost feeling in my leg for a while. '' Khan shared.<br><br>''And that concept of being bedridden forever, or being paralysed, is frightening, and still frightens me. So I don’t know if that means I’ve changed, but I’m appreciative that I am healthy, and that keeps me grateful,” he shared.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“I’ve always kind of been grateful, and I know that every day is a blessing. This might have accentuated it slightly,” he said before adding, “I think I’ve always lived a certain way, knowing that it is a privilege, and that we’re very lucky to even go through life the way we do,” the Race actor said.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Saif Ali Khan recalls what flashed through his mind after the knife attack&nbsp;</h2><p>The shocking incident unfolded earlier this year at Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan’s home when an intruder entered the couple's home with the intention of burglary at 2:30 am. The actor sustained severe stab injuries while trying to save his four-year-old son, Jeh.</p>

The shocking incident unfolded earlier this year at Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan’s home when an intruder entered with the intention of burglary.

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was stabbed multiple times by an intruder during an attempted robbery at his home in Bandra, Mumbai. The 54-year-old actor suffered serious injuries as he was stabbed six times, with one wound very close to his spine. He underwent multiple surgeries, and a piece of the knife was removed from his body. Despite the serious injuries he suffered, the actor recovered well and is back at work on set. While the actor has spoken about the attack several times, most recently Saif talked about surviving the incident and the fear he experienced. Saif Ali Khan reveals that he was frightened of being bedridden Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter India, Saif Ali Khan talked about how the fear of being bedridden and paralysed still frightens him, “I feel incredibly lucky and blessed to have gotten away with it the way I did, because it was very close. There was a nick to my spinal cord, and that could have led to paralysis, because I had lost feeling in my leg for a while. '' Khan shared. ''And that concept of being bedridden forever, or being paralysed, is frightening, and still frightens me. So I don’t know if that means I’ve changed, but I’m appreciative that I am healthy, and that keeps me grateful,” he shared. “I’ve always kind of been grateful, and I know that every day is a blessing. This might have accentuated it slightly,” he said before adding, “I think I’ve always lived a certain way, knowing that it is a privilege, and that we’re very lucky to even go through life the way we do,” the Race actor said. Saif Ali Khan recalls what flashed through his mind after the knife attack The shocking incident unfolded earlier this year at Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan’s home when an intruder entered the couple's home with the intention of burglary at 2:30 am. The actor sustained severe stab injuries while trying to save his four-year-old son, Jeh.

<p>The shocking incident unfolded earlier this year at Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan’s home when an intruder entered with the intention of burglary.</p>

When Saif Ali Khan was frightened by the thought of being bedridden after knife attack: 'Could have led to paralysis..'

<p>Bollywood actor Sunny Deol made his first public appearance since the demise of veteran star Dharmendra on November 24 at the teaser launch of his upcoming film, 'Border 2'.<br>During the event, Deol looked emotional and was seen getting teary-eyed while delivering one of the film's dialogues in his iconic style and powerful voice.</p><p><br>Sunny Deol said, "Awaaz kahan tak jaani chahiye?" As audience responded with "Lahore tak," the actor repeated the line with the same intensity seen in the teaser. However, he got emotional as he delivered the dialogue.</p><p><br>The actor's father, veteran star Dharmendra, passed away on November 24 in Mumbai, leaving the Deol family deeply affected. Deol's appearance at the Border 2 teaser launch was his first public outing since his father's demise.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Sunny Deol made a striking entry. He was seen driving a jeep, instantly setting the tone for the war drama. The dramatic arrival drew attention and offered fans a glimpse into the intense world of 'Border 2'. He was joined by his co-stars Varun Dhawan and Ahan Shetty, who were seated alongside him in the vehicle.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/border-2-teaser-unveiled-sunny-deol-varun-dhawan-diljit-dosanjh-and-ahan-shetty-gear-up-for-war-1765873817753">Border 2 teaser unveiled: Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit gear up for war</a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>The makers unveiled the Border 2 teaser on the occasion of Vijay Diwas, December 16. The teaser offers a glimpse into intense action sequences and a storyline that revolves around the 1971 Indo-Pak war, showcasing the courage of Indian soldiers who fought relentlessly to defend the nation.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SunnyDeol?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SunnyDeol</a> Gets Emotional At <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Border2teaser?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Border2teaser</a> Launch Event 🔥😭 <a href="https://t.co/fn7dqfWc8J">pic.twitter.com/fn7dqfWc8J</a></p>&mdash; Filmy_Duniya (@FMovie82325) <a href="https://twitter.com/FMovie82325/status/2000845524363305015?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 16, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>The teaser opens with Sunny Deol's powerful and inspiring voiceover. Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty appear in intense battle sequences. Alongside the action, the teaser shows the characters' emotional side, including moments of love and family bonds.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Alongside Deol, Border 2 introduces Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty as the new faces joining the franchise.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Directed by Anurag Singh, 'Border 2' features Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, Medha Rana, Mona Singh, and Sonam Bajwa, with production by Bhushan Kumar, JP Dutta &amp; Nidhi Dutta. The film is set to release on January 23, 2026.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Presented by Gulshan Kumar and T-Series in association with JP Dutta's JP Films, Border 2 continues the legacy of honouring the heroism and indomitable spirit of Indian soldiers. The film promises to take audiences on a journey of courage, sacrifice, and patriotism</p>

Sunny Deol's father, veteran star Dharmendra, passed away on November 24 in Mumbai, leaving the Deol family deeply affected. Deol's appearance at the Border 2 teaser launch was his first public outing since his father's demise.

Bollywood actor Sunny Deol made his first public appearance since the demise of veteran star Dharmendra on November 24 at the teaser launch of his upcoming film, 'Border 2'. During the event, Deol looked emotional and was seen getting teary-eyed while delivering one of the film's dialogues in his iconic style and powerful voice. Sunny Deol said, "Awaaz kahan tak jaani chahiye?" As audience responded with "Lahore tak," the actor repeated the line with the same intensity seen in the teaser. However, he got emotional as he delivered the dialogue. The actor's father, veteran star Dharmendra, passed away on November 24 in Mumbai, leaving the Deol family deeply affected. Deol's appearance at the Border 2 teaser launch was his first public outing since his father's demise. Sunny Deol made a striking entry. He was seen driving a jeep, instantly setting the tone for the war drama. The dramatic arrival drew attention and offered fans a glimpse into the intense world of 'Border 2'. He was joined by his co-stars Varun Dhawan and Ahan Shetty, who were seated alongside him in the vehicle. Also read: Border 2 teaser unveiled: Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit gear up for war The makers unveiled the Border 2 teaser on the occasion of Vijay Diwas, December 16. The teaser offers a glimpse into intense action sequences and a storyline that revolves around the 1971 Indo-Pak war, showcasing the courage of Indian soldiers who fought relentlessly to defend the nation.

<p>Sunny Deol's father, veteran star Dharmendra, passed away on November 24 in Mumbai, leaving the Deol family deeply affected. Deol's appearance at the Border 2 teaser launch was his first public outing since his father's demise.</p>

Sunny Deol gets teary-eyed at Border 2 teaser launch event, first appearance after Dharmendra's demise

<p>The wait is over! Finally, Maddock Films’ latest horror comedy film Thamma has entered the digital platform following its successful run in theatres. Featuring Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui in the lead roles, it is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><h2>The latest addition to MHCU</h2><p>The streaming platform confirmed on Tuesday that Thamma globally premieres on December 16. It is the newest addition to the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU) that has successfully created Stree, Stree 2, Bhediya, and Munjya.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/sitaaron-ke-sitaare-trailer-out-aamir-khan-honours-parents-of-sitaare-zameen-par-actors-release-date-inside-1765877051259"><strong>Sitaaron Ke Sitaare: Aamir Khan honours parents of Sitaare Zameen Par actors</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/dangal-star-zaira-wasim-slams-bihar-cm-nitish-kumar-after-he-pulls-down-a-woman-s-hijab-power-does-not-grant-permission-1765876348640"><strong>Zaira Wasim slams Bihar CM after he pulls down a woman’s hijab, demands apology</strong></a></p><h2>Cast share their views on the film</h2><p>Talking about the film, Khurrana said, "Thamma is unlike any other supernatural or horror movie, perfectly combining supernatural and horror elements with humour, romance, drama, and a heartfelt love story-something you don’t often see. That’s what excited me the most about doing it. I hunt for freshness and newness in cinema and storytelling, and I loved the script when I heard it. After all the love we’ve received, I’m glad that this unique film is now coming to Prime Video, where it can entertain not just audiences in India but viewers around the world who enjoy unconventional narratives."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/border-2-teaser-unveiled-sunny-deol-varun-dhawan-diljit-dosanjh-and-ahan-shetty-gear-up-for-war-1765873817753"><strong>Border 2 teaser unveiled: Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit gear up for war</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Talking on the same line, Mandanna added, “Working on a supernatural comedy like Thamma was a first for me, and it was truly an amazing experience. The storyline, my character, the scale-everything about it felt just right, making it an entertaining film not only for audiences but also for me. I am thrilled that the film will now reach even more people around the world when it streams on Prime Video.”</p><h2>About Thamma</h2><p>Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, Thamma is set in a fictional, supernatural universe that revolves around Alok (Ayushmann Khurrana) and Tadaka (Rashmika Mandanna), who are on a journey to save humanity. The film also features Nawazuddin Siddiqui as Yakshasan, who is a threat to humanity.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/bigg-boss-19-amaal-mallik-breaks-silence-on-link-up-rumours-with-tanya-mittal-1765870661615"><strong>Bigg Boss 19: Amaal Mallik breaks silence on link-up rumours with Tanya Mittal</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It is produced by Dinesh Vijan under the banner of Maddock Films, along with Amar Kaushik. The cast includes Paresh Rawal and Faisal Malik as well, along with special appearances by Varun Dhawan, Abhishek Banerjee, Nora Fatehi, and Malaika Arora.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film received mixed reviews but was a box-office success as it reportedly grossed around ₹187 crore worldwide. Thamma has been streaming exclusively on Amazon Prime Video since December 16.</p>

Starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Thamma has made its OTT debut on Amazon Prime Video. The horror comedy film is the latest addition to Maddock Horror Comedy Universe.

The wait is over! Finally, Maddock Films’ latest horror comedy film Thamma has entered the digital platform following its successful run in theatres. Featuring Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui in the lead roles, it is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. The latest addition to MHCU The streaming platform confirmed on Tuesday that Thamma globally premieres on December 16. It is the newest addition to the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU) that has successfully created Stree, Stree 2, Bhediya, and Munjya. Also Read: Sitaaron Ke Sitaare: Aamir Khan honours parents of Sitaare Zameen Par actors

<p>Starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Thamma has made its OTT debut on Amazon Prime Video. The horror comedy film is the latest addition to Maddock Horror Comedy Universe.</p>

Thamma OTT release: When and where to watch Maddock Films’ horror comedy starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna

<p>Aamir Khan Productions has launched the trailer of a new documentary titled<i> Sitaaron Ke Sitaare</i>, based on the journeys of the parents of the specially abled actors who featured in <i>Sitaare Zameen Par</i>. In the documentary, Aamir Khan has described the parents as "real stars" of the film.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/border-2-teaser-unveiled-sunny-deol-varun-dhawan-diljit-dosanjh-and-ahan-shetty-gear-up-for-war-1765873817753"><strong>Border 2 teaser unveiled: Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit gear up for war</strong></a></p><h2>Sitaaron Ke Sitaare trailer</h2><p>The trailer begins with a voiceover from a parent who says, "In our country people hide specially-abled children, so if you show it on screen, who is going to watch it?" Then the promo captures stories of marriages and family beginnings. It takes an emotional turn when parents share about the stigma they faced while raising their children who are specially challenged.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">You met the Sitaare. <br>Now meet the reason they shine. 🌟<br><br>Watch Sitaaron Ke Sitaare in theatres on 19th December. <a href="https://t.co/yf1R5RXpfK">pic.twitter.com/yf1R5RXpfK</a></p>&mdash; Aamir Khan Productions (@AKPPL_Official) <a href="https://twitter.com/AKPPL_Official/status/2000803688311611871?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 16, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/bigg-boss-19-amaal-mallik-breaks-silence-on-link-up-rumours-with-tanya-mittal-1765870661615"><strong>Bigg Boss 19: Amaal Mallik breaks silence on link-up rumours with Tanya Mittal</strong></a></p><h2>Parents talk about the stigma</h2><p>Several parents recall the discrimination they faced. One opens about being told by a school not to "bring him to school from tomorrow onwards." The tone further changes from hardships to hope as one parent says, "You can’t give up hope. When you come to a full stop, it’s all over - his life is over, your life is over."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Finally, the mood shifts to an inspiring moment when parents talk about receiving a call from Aamir Khan Productions, offering their children to join his film. "He’ll be known to everyone. Oh my God! Can you imagine that?"</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/celina-jaitly-domestic-violence-case-actress-seeks-rs-100-crore-compensation-rs-10-lakh-monthly-maintenance-from-estranged-husband-peter-haag-1765865625598"><strong>Celina Jaitly seeks ₹100cr compensation from husband in domestic violence case</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The trailer also showcases fun moments from the sets of Sitaare Zameen Par, which features Aamir Khan and other members of the cast. "You try not to get attached to them, but you end up forming a bond anyway. I can feel a whole new world has opened up for us. Anything is possible, with our children also," Aamir Khan says while talking about their bond. "For me, the real stars are the parents."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Directed by Shaanib Bakshi, Sitaaron Ke Sitaare is slated for a theatrical release on December 19, 2025.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/filmfare-ott-awards-2025-black-warrant-ananya-panday-win-big-check-full-list-1765856684276"><strong>Filmfare OTT Awards 2025: Black Warrant Ananya Panday win big - check full list</strong></a></p><h2>About Sitaare Zameen Par</h2><p>Sitaare Zameen Par released on June 20, 2025, and was directed by R.S. Prasanna. The film was a remake of the Spanish sports drama Champions (2018), and starred Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh. It also featured ten neurodiverse actors: Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar.</p>

Aamir Khan's production house has unveiled the trailer of the upcoming documentary Sitaaron Ke Sitaare, which explores the journey of the parents of the specially abled actors of Sitaare Zameen Par. 

Aamir Khan Productions has launched the trailer of a new documentary titled Sitaaron Ke Sitaare, based on the journeys of the parents of the specially abled actors who featured in Sitaare Zameen Par. In the documentary, Aamir Khan has described the parents as "real stars" of the film.

<p>Aamir Khan's production house has unveiled the trailer of the upcoming documentary Sitaaron Ke Sitaare, which explores the journey of the parents of the specially abled actors of Sitaare Zameen Par.&nbsp;</p>

Sitaaron Ke Sitaare trailer out: Aamir Khan honours parents of Sitaare Zameen Par actors | Release date inside

<p><br>Former actor Zaira Wasim, who has acted in films such as Dangal and Secret Superstar, has slammed Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar after he pulled a hijab down from a woman's face during an event in Patna.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On Monday (Dec 15), CM Nitish, shockingly, pulled down the hijab from a woman's face during a government event when he was facilitating a woman with a certificate. The controversial video has gone viral across the internet.</p><h2>Zaira Wasim slams Bihar CM Nitish Kumar</h2><p>Wasim, who has quit acting and is living a low-key life away from the showbiz, has slammed CM, saying that a woman's dignity and modesty are not props to toy with.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a post shared on X, Wasim wrote,'' A woman’s dignity and modesty are not props to toy with. Least of all on a public stage. As a Muslim woman, watching another woman’s niqab being pulled at so casually, accompanied by that nonchalant smile, was so infuriating. Power does not grant permission to violate boundaries.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Further in the post, Wasim said Nitish owes that woman an unconditional apology.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">A woman’s dignity and modesty are not props to toy with. Least of all on a public stage. As a Muslim woman, watching another woman’s niqab being pulled at so casually, accompanied by that nonchalant smile, was so infuriating.<br><br>Power does not grant permission to violate…</p>&mdash; Zaira Wasim (@ZairaWasimmm) <a href="https://twitter.com/ZairaWasimmm/status/2000633921936224766?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Apart from Wasim, several people, including political figures, have slammed Nitish's actions.</p><h2>What happened at the event?</h2><p><br>The video of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar pulling down the hijab of a Muslim woman at a public event triggered widespread outrage.</p>

A recent incident involving Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar at a government event in Patna has led to significant public criticism and debate. Former actor Zaira Wasim reacted to the incident, calling it "infuriating." The 25-year-old posted a strongly worded note on X, demanding an apology from Kumar.



Apart from Wasim, several people, including political figures, have slammed Nitish's actions.

What happened at the event?


The video of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar pulling down the hijab of a Muslim woman at a public event triggered widespread outrage.



The incident took place during a government event when Nitish Kumar was distributing appointment letters to more than 1,200 AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy)  doctors. While he was giving the certificate to a woman, he pulled down the hijab, revealing her face.

<p>The incident took place during a government event when Nitish Kumar was distributing appointment letters to more than 1,200 AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga &amp; Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy) &nbsp;doctors. While he was giving the certificate to a woman, he pulled down the hijab, revealing her face.&nbsp;</p>

On Monday (Dec 15), CM Nitish, shockingly, pulled down the hijab from a woman's face during a government event when he was facilitating a woman with a certificate. The controversial video has gone viral across the internet.

Former actor Zaira Wasim, who has acted in films such as Dangal and Secret Superstar, has slammed Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar after he pulled a hijab down from a woman's face during an event in Patna. On Monday (Dec 15), CM Nitish, shockingly, pulled down the hijab from a woman's face during a government event when he was facilitating a woman with a certificate. The controversial video has gone viral across the internet. Zaira Wasim slams Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Wasim, who has quit acting and is living a low-key life away from the showbiz, has slammed CM, saying that a woman's dignity and modesty are not props to toy with. In a post shared on X, Wasim wrote,'' A woman’s dignity and modesty are not props to toy with. Least of all on a public stage. As a Muslim woman, watching another woman’s niqab being pulled at so casually, accompanied by that nonchalant smile, was so infuriating. Power does not grant permission to violate boundaries.'' Further in the post, Wasim said Nitish owes that woman an unconditional apology.

<p>On Monday (Dec 15), CM Nitish, shockingly, pulled down the hijab from a woman's face during a government event when he was facilitating a woman with a certificate. The controversial video has gone viral across the internet.</p>

Dangal star Zaira Wasim slams Bihar CM Nitish Kumar after he pulls down a woman’s hijab: 'Power does not grant permission'

<p>Amaal Mallik has finally broken his silence on being romantically linked to his Bigg Boss 19 fellow contestant Tanya Mittal. Though the reality show ended more than a week ago, fans can't get over the discussions about this season's viral moments on social media. One such topic is alleged on-screen moments between the music composer and the entrepreneur. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/celina-jaitly-domestic-violence-case-actress-seeks-rs-100-crore-compensation-rs-10-lakh-monthly-maintenance-from-estranged-husband-peter-haag-1765865625598"><strong>Celina Jaitly domestic violence case: Actress seeks ₹100 crore compensation, ₹10 lakh monthly maintenance from estranged husband</strong></a></p><h2>Amaal Mallik clarifies</h2><p>On Monday, Mallik took to X to address the rumours after a social media user shared an old clip from Bigg Boss 19. "Bhai yeh ek ‘TASK’ tha and it’s not right if I act all egoistic and don’t do what the host or guests come and ask of us. If the show needs some people to pair up for a task, do a dance skit or whatever it is… we have to. That’s the channel creative and you guys are constantly making this into some nonsensical romance," he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/filmfare-ott-awards-2025-black-warrant-ananya-panday-win-big-check-full-list-1765856684276"><strong>Filmfare OTT Awards 2025: Black Warrant Ananya Panday win big - check full list</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Bhai yeh ek ‘TASK’ tha and it’s not right if I act all egoistic and don’t do what the host or guests come and ask of us.<br><br>If the show needs some people to pair up for a task, do a dance skit or whatever it is…We have to.<br><br>That’s the channel creative and you guys are constantly… <a href="https://t.co/1euGo48Dna">https://t.co/1euGo48Dna</a></p>&mdash; Amaal Mallik (@AmaalMallik) <a href="https://twitter.com/AmaalMallik/status/2000673640535482404?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/rishab-shetty-finally-reacts-to-ranveer-singh-s-daiva-controversy-makes-me-uncomfortable-1765853866314"><strong>Rishab Shetty finally reacts to Ranveer Singh's Daiva controversy</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“I am grateful to @itanyamittal for the care and concern she has had for me this season. I know I’ve said things which must’ve hurt her and her fandom as well, but I am truly sorry for whatever I did in anger and to poke her.”</p><h2>Requests fans to stop speculating</h2><p>Urging fans to respect boundaries, he added, "Linking her constantly with me is going to tarnish her image, and it is not something she or any girl deserves to be put through. I understand you liked our friendship or camaraderie, but fans must learn to respect people and their space."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/dhurandhar-star-arjun-rampal-s-6-best-movies-on-ott-rock-on-daddy-aankhen-and-more-1765779053527"><strong>Dhurandhar star Arjun Rampal's 6 best movies on OTT: Rock On, Daddy and more</strong></a></p><h2>Amaal Mallik and Tanya Mittal in Bigg Boss 19</h2><p>In the early days of Bigg Boss 19, they shared a warm bond; however, as the weeks passed, fans noticed that the equation between Mallik and Mittal had changed, leading to misunderstandings and distance between the two.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, the trophy was lifted by Gaurav Khanna at the end, and Farhana Bhatt emerged as the first runner-up. Mittal and Amaal were the top five finalists, who drew a lot of attention from the audience.</p>

Amaal Mallik has requested fans not to link him with Tanya Mittal through a social media post. The former Bigg Boss 19 contestants had several ups and downs in the show that caught the eyes of the audience. 

Amaal Mallik has finally broken his silence on being romantically linked to his Bigg Boss 19 fellow contestant Tanya Mittal. Though the reality show ended more than a week ago, fans can't get over the discussions about this season's viral moments on social media. One such topic is alleged on-screen moments between the music composer and the entrepreneur. Also Read: Celina Jaitly domestic violence case: Actress seeks ₹100 crore compensation, ₹10 lakh monthly maintenance from estranged husband Amaal Mallik clarifies On Monday, Mallik took to X to address the rumours after a social media user shared an old clip from Bigg Boss 19. "Bhai yeh ek ‘TASK’ tha and it’s not right if I act all egoistic and don’t do what the host or guests come and ask of us. If the show needs some people to pair up for a task, do a dance skit or whatever it is… we have to. That’s the channel creative and you guys are constantly making this into some nonsensical romance," he said. Also Read: Filmfare OTT Awards 2025: Black Warrant Ananya Panday win big - check full list

<p>Amaal Mallik has requested fans not to link him with Tanya Mittal through a social media post. The former Bigg Boss 19 contestants had several ups and downs in the show that caught the eyes of the audience.&nbsp;</p>

Bigg Boss 19: Amaal Mallik breaks silence on link-up rumours with Tanya Mittal

<p>Bollywood actor Celina Jaitly and her estranged husband Peter Haag's case intensified on Friday after the duo appeared before a metropolitan magistrate’s court in Andheri. It is regarding the domestic violence complaint filed by the Jaitly. As per reports, the court has asked both parties to submit their income affidavits by January 27, and Haag has to file his reply to the actress's petition.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/filmfare-ott-awards-2025-black-warrant-ananya-panday-win-big-check-full-list-1765856684276"><strong>Filmfare OTT Awards 2025: Black Warrant Ananya Panday win big - check full list</strong></a></p><h2>Domestic violence complaint</h2><p>This was the first hearing of the case filed by Jaitly in November under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act. As per Hindustan Times, the actress represented by Karanjawala &amp; Company has claimed sustained physical, verbal, and emotional abuse in her 15-year marriage. She has demanded Rs 100 crore as compensation and Rs 10 lakh per month as maintenance in her petition.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/rishab-shetty-finally-reacts-to-ranveer-singh-s-daiva-controversy-makes-me-uncomfortable-1765853866314"><strong>Rishab Shetty finally reacts to Ranveer Singh's Daiva controversy</strong></a></p><h2>About Jaitly and Haag</h2><p>The duo got married in 2010 in Mumbai, and have lived in multiple countries, including India, Dubai, and Austria, due to the hotelier's professional commitments.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The actress has alleged that she was “robbed of her financial independence and dignity” through years of coercive control. Reportedly, as per her complaint, Haag restricted her professional engagements, and she was also stopped from accessing her own earnings. The petition states that he was a “self-absorbed individual” who allegedly showed “no empathy” towards her or their children.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/dhurandhar-star-arjun-rampal-s-6-best-movies-on-ott-rock-on-daddy-aankhen-and-more-1765779053527"><strong>Dhurandhar star Arjun Rampal's 6 best movies on OTT: Rock On, Daddy and more</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She also accused Haag of siphoning money from her bank accounts and taking control of her personal documents and passport.&nbsp;</p><h2>A key point in the case</h2><p>Another major highlight in the case is a 2019 gift deed, which allowed Jaitly’s Mumbai flat to be transferred to Haag. Reportedly, the actress claimed that the deed happened when she was mentally vulnerable and claimed that she was unaware that Haag later rented out the property. The petition further says that he also sold a jointly purchased property in Vienna without informing her. As per reports, after the family moved to a small village in Austria, the abuse became even more serious, and she had to eventually leave the country with the help of a neighbour.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kerala-actress-assault-case-survivor-breaks-silence-for-the-first-time-after-dileep-s-acquittal-from-the-case-1765809403216"><strong>Kerala actress assault case: Survivor breaks silence after Dileep's acquittal</strong></a></p><h2>A parallel investigation</h2><p>At the same time, there's another investigation going on in Austria, where Haag had reportedly filed for divorce earlier this year. He blamed Jaitly for destroying their marriage. As per the domestic violence petition in India, she has alleged that she is not allowed to contact the children; therefore, legal action is being taken here. &nbsp;</p><p>The case will be taken up on January 27.&nbsp;</p>

There has been a major update in the Celina Jaitly and Peter Haag's case after she filed a domestic violence complaint against her estranged husband. The court has asked both parties to submit their income affidavits by January 27. 

Bollywood actor Celina Jaitly and her estranged husband Peter Haag's case intensified on Friday after the duo appeared before a metropolitan magistrate’s court in Andheri. It is regarding the domestic violence complaint filed by the Jaitly. As per reports, the court has asked both parties to submit their income affidavits by January 27, and Haag has to file his reply to the actress's petition. Also Read: Filmfare OTT Awards 2025: Black Warrant Ananya Panday win big - check full list Domestic violence complaint This was the first hearing of the case filed by Jaitly in November under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act. As per Hindustan Times, the actress represented by Karanjawala & Company has claimed sustained physical, verbal, and emotional abuse in her 15-year marriage. She has demanded Rs 100 crore as compensation and Rs 10 lakh per month as maintenance in her petition. Also Read: Rishab Shetty finally reacts to Ranveer Singh's Daiva controversy About Jaitly and Haag The duo got married in 2010 in Mumbai, and have lived in multiple countries, including India, Dubai, and Austria, due to the hotelier's professional commitments. The actress has alleged that she was “robbed of her financial independence and dignity” through years of coercive control. Reportedly, as per her complaint, Haag restricted her professional engagements, and she was also stopped from accessing her own earnings. The petition states that he was a “self-absorbed individual” who allegedly showed “no empathy” towards her or their children. Also Read: Dhurandhar star Arjun Rampal's 6 best movies on OTT: Rock On, Daddy and more She also accused Haag of siphoning money from her bank accounts and taking control of her personal documents and passport. A key point in the case Another major highlight in the case is a 2019 gift deed, which allowed Jaitly’s Mumbai flat to be transferred to Haag. Reportedly, the actress claimed that the deed happened when she was mentally vulnerable and claimed that she was unaware that Haag later rented out the property. The petition further says that he also sold a jointly purchased property in Vienna without informing her. As per reports, after the family moved to a small village in Austria, the abuse became even more serious, and she had to eventually leave the country with the help of a neighbour. Also Read: Kerala actress assault case: Survivor breaks silence after Dileep's acquittal A parallel investigation At the same time, there's another investigation going on in Austria, where Haag had reportedly filed for divorce earlier this year. He blamed Jaitly for destroying their marriage. As per the domestic violence petition in India, she has alleged that she is not allowed to contact the children; therefore, legal action is being taken here. The case will be taken up on January 27.

<p>There has been a major update in the Celina Jaitly and Peter Haag's case after she filed a domestic violence complaint against her estranged husband. The court has asked both parties to submit their income affidavits by January 27.&nbsp;</p>

Celina Jaitly domestic violence case: Actress seeks ₹100 crore compensation, ₹10 lakh monthly maintenance from estranged husband

<p>The winners of the sixth edition of the Filmfare OTT Awards are here, recognising the OTT shows that have everyone glued to their screens throughout the year with their outstanding performances. The event was held in Mumbai on Dec 15, and celebrities such as Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal, among several renowned OTT stars, attended the ceremony.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Critically acclaimed Netflix's series Black Warrant won big at the ceremony as the show won the Best OTT series, and the director &nbsp;Vikramaditya Motwane bagged the Best Director Award (Series) for the show. Actor Jaideep Ahlawat was honoured with the Best Actor trophy for his prolific performance in Paatal Lok season 2. &nbsp;Meanwhile, &nbsp;actress Ananya Panday won the Best Actress award in the comedy OTT series for her performance in <i>Call Me Bae.</i> Monika Panwar won the Best Actress award in the drama category for her performance in the series Khauf.</p>

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<p>For OTT original films, Mrs and Stolen, Sanya Malhotra and Abhishek Banerjee won the Best Actress and Actor award, respectively.</p><h2>Key Winners of Filmfare OTT Awards 2025</h2><p><strong>Best Series</strong><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Black Warrant<br>Vikramaditya Motwane, Satyanshu Singh, Arkesh Ajay, Ambiecka Pandit, Rohin Raveendran<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Director, Series</strong><br>Black Warrant</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Actor, Series (Male): Drama</strong><br>Jaideep Ahlawat</p><p>Paatal Lok Season 2</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Actor, Series (Female): Drama</strong></p><p>Monika Panwar</p><p>Khauf</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Actor, Series (Male): Comedy</strong><br>Barun Sobti</p><p>Raat Jawaan Hai<br>Sparsh Shrivastava<br>Dupahiya</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Actor, Series (Female): Comedy</strong><br>Ananya Panday<br>Call Me Bae</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Supporting Actor, Series (Male): Comedy</strong><br>Vinay Pathak</p><p>Gram Chikitsalay<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Supporting Actor, Series (Male): Drama</strong><br>Rahul Bhat<br>Black Warrant</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Supporting Actor, Series (Female): Comedy</strong><br>Renuka Shahane<br>Dupahiya</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Supporting Actor, Series (Female): Drama</strong><br>Tillotama Shome<br>Paatal Lok Season 2</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Original Story, Series</strong><br>Sudip Sharma<br>Paatal Lok Season 2</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Original Story, Series</strong><br>Smita Singh<br>Khauf<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Comedy (Series/Specials)</strong><br>Raat Jawaan Hai</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Supporting Actor, Web Original Film (Male)</strong><br>Deepak Dobriyal<br>Sector 36<br><br><strong>Best Supporting Actor, Web Original Film (Female)</strong></p><p>Kani Kusruti<br>Girls Will Be Girls</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Series, Critics</strong><br>Paatal Lok Season 2<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Actor, Series (Male), Critics: Drama</strong></p><p>Zahan Kapoor</p><p>Black Warrant<br><br><strong>Best Adapted Screenplay, Series</strong><br>Black Warrant</p><p><br><strong>Best Film, Web Original</strong><br>The Mehta Boys<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Film, Web Original</strong><br>Girls Will Be Girls</p>

<p><br><strong>Best Actor, Web Original Film (Female)</strong><br>Sanya Malhotra<br>Mrs</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Actor, Web Original Film (Male)</strong><br>Abhishek Banerjee<br>Stolen<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best (Non-Fiction) Original (Series/Special)</strong><br>Angry Young Men<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Comedy (Series/Specials</strong>)<br>Raat Jawaan Hai<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Breakthrough performance by newcomer (Female), web original film</strong></p><p>Despatch<br>Anurag Thakur<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Breakthrough performance by a newcomer (Male), web original film</strong></p><p>Black Warrant</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Actor (Female), Critics' Web Original Film</strong><br>Preeti Panigrahi<br>Girls Will Be Girls</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Best Actor (Male), Critics' Web Original Film</strong><br>Vikrant Massey<br>Sector 36<br>&nbsp;</p>

Netflix's series Black Warrant secured the top honour of Best OTT series, followed by actress Ananya Panday, who won Best Actress award in the comedy OTT series for her performance in 'Call Me Bae'.

The winners of the sixth edition of the Filmfare OTT Awards are here, recognising the OTT shows that have everyone glued to their screens throughout the year with their outstanding performances. The event was held in Mumbai on Dec 15, and celebrities such as Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal, among several renowned OTT stars, attended the ceremony. Critically acclaimed Netflix's series Black Warrant won big at the ceremony as the show won the Best OTT series, and the director Vikramaditya Motwane bagged the Best Director Award (Series) for the show. Actor Jaideep Ahlawat was honoured with the Best Actor trophy for his prolific performance in Paatal Lok season 2. Meanwhile, actress Ananya Panday won the Best Actress award in the comedy OTT series for her performance in Call Me Bae. Monika Panwar won the Best Actress award in the drama category for her performance in the series Khauf.

<p>The big winners of Filmfare OTT Awards 2025 were: Netflix's series Black Warrant, which won Best OTT series, actress Ananya Panday, who won Best Actress award in the comedy OTT series for her performance in Call Me Bae.</p>

Filmfare OTT Awards 2025: Black Warrant Ananya Panday win big - check full list

<p>Hollywood action icon Michael Bay is all set to make his debut in the Indian film industry. He will collaborate with Bhanushali Studios Limited for an upcoming project, which will be directed by Anthony D’Souza, who is known for Azhar and Blue. And guess what the music will be composed by Oscar-winning musician AR Rahman.&nbsp;</p><h2>Bhanushali Studios shared a statement</h2><p>Led by Vinod Bhanushali, the announcement was made from Bhanushali Studios Limited, which read, "Proclaimed filmmaker Michael Bay to creatively collaborate with Bhanushali Studios Limited for an Anthony D’Souza directorial with music by maestro A R Rahman."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/rishab-shetty-finally-reacts-to-ranveer-singh-s-daiva-controversy-makes-me-uncomfortable-1765853866314"><strong>Rishab Shetty finally reacts to Ranveer Singh's Daiva controversy</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/dhurandhar-star-arjun-rampal-s-6-best-movies-on-ott-rock-on-daddy-aankhen-and-more-1765779053527"><strong>Dhurandhar star Arjun Rampal's 6 best movies on OTT: Rock On, Daddy and more</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The statement further says that the studio is joining hands with Bay, “Hollywood’s visionary storyteller, who has delivered some of the highest-grossing films such as Bad Boys, Armageddon, Pearl Harbor, the Transformers franchise, and A Quiet Place franchise, among others.”</p><h2>A high-octane project</h2><p>Talking about his first-ever collaboration with an Indian studio, Michael Bay said, "It will be an exciting chance to mix Hollywood’s action style with the heart and emotion of Indian storytelling. Working with Rahman, Vinod, and Anthony is a chance to create a new kind of cinematic experience-one with power, rhythm, and incredible visuals."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/filmfare-ott-awards-2025-black-warrant-ananya-panday-win-big-check-full-list-1765856684276"><strong>Filmfare OTT Awards 2025: Black Warrant Ananya Panday win big - check full list</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Vinod Bhanushali, Chairman and Managing Director of Bhanushali Studios Limited, said the collaboration was a major step towards globally relevant storytelling. "Cinema is global, stories are universal, and collaborations like these remind us that scale has no borders. To create a film where Michael Bay’s kinetic mastery meets the poetic musical universe of A R Rahman is nothing short of a dream forged in ambition," he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-s-old-video-sparks-buzz-again-amid-deepika-padukone-s-8-hour-shift-controversy-1765786442385"><strong>Ranveer Singh's old video creates buzz on Deepika Padukone's 8-hour controversy</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Talking on the same, AR Rahman said, "When different worlds of cinema come together, it opens up a beautiful space for music. For me, composing is about finding the film’s soul and giving the score its own unique personality."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Bay has worked in several hit films, including The Rock, Armageddon, Transformers, Pearl Harbor, 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi, Ambulance, and more, and is said to have redefined modern action cinema.</p>

Michael Bay will enter into Indian cinema with Bhanushali Studios Limited. They are collaborating for an upcoming project, and the music will be composed by AR Rahman. Read on to know more. 

Hollywood action icon Michael Bay is all set to make his debut in the Indian film industry. He will collaborate with Bhanushali Studios Limited for an upcoming project, which will be directed by Anthony D’Souza, who is known for Azhar and Blue. And guess what the music will be composed by Oscar-winning musician AR Rahman. Bhanushali Studios shared a statement Led by Vinod Bhanushali, the announcement was made from Bhanushali Studios Limited, which read, "Proclaimed filmmaker Michael Bay to creatively collaborate with Bhanushali Studios Limited for an Anthony D’Souza directorial with music by maestro A R Rahman." Also Read: Rishab Shetty finally reacts to Ranveer Singh's Daiva controversy

<p>Michael Bay will enter into Indian cinema with Bhanushali Studios Limited. They are collaborating on an upcoming project, and the music will be composed by AR Rahman. Read on to know more.&nbsp;</p>

Pearl Harbor director Michael Bay to make his Indian cinema debut with Anthony D’Souza and AR Rahman

<p>Rishab Shetty has finally broken the silence on the recent controversy involving Ranveer Singh mimicking a daiva at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. Without taking names, the actor-director said that such reenactments make him “uncomfortable.”&nbsp;</p><h2>Rishab Shetty on the controversy</h2><p>Shetty, while speaking at an event in Chennai, opened up about the difficulties in incorporating cultural traditions into mainstream cinema. "That makes me uncomfortable. While much of the film is cinema and performance, the daiva element is sensitive and sacred. Wherever I go, I request people not to perform it on stage or mock it. It is emotionally deeply connected to us," Shetty shared, as quoted by Hindustan Times.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/2017-malayalam-sexual-assault-case-actor-dileep-s-movie-screening-in-kerala-bus-stopped-after-woman-s-protest-1765792823869"><strong>2017 Malayalam sexual assault case: Dileep's movie screening stopped in a bus</strong></a></p><h2>Why did Ranveer Singh face backlash?</h2><p>This comes weeks after Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh faced backlash for mimicking the Chaundi (or Chamundi) daiva from Kantara on stage at IFFI. In the viral clip, Singh can be seen reenacting the moment on stage while Shetty was present in the audience. &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As the video surfaced on social media, netizens criticized Singh for disrespecting the Tulu and Bhoota Kola traditions.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/lahore-1947-ali-fazal-finishes-final-schedule-for-aamir-khan-s-production-each-day-on-set-felt-like-a-lesson-1765789794497"><strong>Lahore 1947: Ali Fazal finishes final schedule for Aamir Khan's production</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">What happens when we miss our research?<br>Ranveer Singh calls Devi as Ghost, sparks outrage<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RanveerSingh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RanveerSingh</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IFFIGoa?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IFFIGoa</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IFFI2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IFFI2025</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/kantara?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#kantara</a> <a href="https://t.co/V8SEFAJ4cA">pic.twitter.com/V8SEFAJ4cA</a></p>&mdash; Nilesh shukla (@Nilesh_isme) <a href="https://twitter.com/Nilesh_isme/status/1994983907604005301?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kerala-actress-assault-case-survivor-breaks-silence-for-the-first-time-after-dileep-s-acquittal-from-the-case-1765809403216"><strong>Kerala actress assault case: Survivor breaks silence after Dileep's acquittal</strong></a></p><h2>Ranveer Singh issued a public apology</h2><p>Following the backlash, Ranveer Singh apologised on his social media, stating that he intended to praise Shetty’s performance. "Actor to actor, I know how much it would take to perform that particular scene in the way that he did, for which he has my utmost admiration," Singh wrote. “If I’ve hurt anyone’s sentiments, I sincerely apologise.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/dhurandhar-star-arjun-rampal-s-6-best-movies-on-ott-rock-on-daddy-aankhen-and-more-1765779053527"><strong>Dhurandhar star Arjun Rampal's 6 best movies on OTT: Rock On, Daddy, Aankhen and more</strong></a></p><h2>About Kantara</h2><p>Kantara, which was released in 2022, and Kantara: Chapter 1 (2025) are two of the highest-grossing Kannada films. The Chaundi daiva scene was one of the most intense moments in the movie, showcasing divine rage and ancestral spirit. The tradition is deeply rooted in coastal Karnataka’s culture, and, according to Shetty, the Kantara team sought guidance from elders for authenticity and respect while shooting.</p>

Weeks after Ranveer Singh faced backlash for mimicking a daiva on the stage of an event, Rishab Shetty has publicly addressed the issue. He said that such reenactments make him uncomfortable. 


Rishab Shetty has finally broken the silence on the recent controversy involving Ranveer Singh mimicking a daiva at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. Without taking names, the actor-director said that such reenactments make him “uncomfortable.” Rishab Shetty on the controversy Shetty, while speaking at an event in Chennai, opened up about the difficulties in incorporating cultural traditions into mainstream cinema. "That makes me uncomfortable. While much of the film is cinema and performance, the daiva element is sensitive and sacred. Wherever I go, I request people not to perform it on stage or mock it. It is emotionally deeply connected to us," Shetty shared, as quoted by Hindustan Times. Also Read: 2017 Malayalam sexual assault case: Dileep's movie screening stopped in a bus Why did Ranveer Singh face backlash? This comes weeks after Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh faced backlash for mimicking the Chaundi (or Chamundi) daiva from Kantara on stage at IFFI. In the viral clip, Singh can be seen reenacting the moment on stage while Shetty was present in the audience. As the video surfaced on social media, netizens criticized Singh for disrespecting the Tulu and Bhoota Kola traditions. Also Read: Lahore 1947: Ali Fazal finishes final schedule for Aamir Khan's production

<p>Weeks after Ranveer Singh faced backlash for mimicking a daiva on the stage of an event, Rishab Shetty has publicly addressed the issue. He said that such reenactments make him uncomfortable.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p>

Rishab Shetty finally reacts to Ranveer Singh's Daiva controversy: 'Makes me uncomfortable'

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>US President Donald Trump courted major controversy, on Tuesday (Dec 15) after he said that American film director Rob Reiner died because of 'Trump Derangement Syndrome.' Marjorie Taylor Greene, Trump's estranged ally, slammed him for settling political score at a time of a "family tragedy." She said that the incident was "not about politics or political enemies." Thomas Massie, another Trump critic on the Republican side of the House of Representatives, called the president's comments “inappropriate and disrespectful.” David Axelrod, the former chief strategist to President Barack Obama, described Trump's post as “perverse.” "The absence of empathy &amp; grace for the Reiner family in their moment of profound loss and grief is sad and revealing. For @POTUS, his grievances trumps their grief." Democratic Senator Chris Murphy said Trump had “lost it.” "Now saying Rob and Michele Reiner caused their own murder because they didn't support him. So sick," he wrote.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Trump, on his social platform Truth Social said that Reiner was 'once very talented movie director and comedy star.' He claimed that Reiner suffered from "incurable affliction with a mind crippling disease' known as TDS - or Trump Derangement Syndrome." Trump in his post also wrote, “He was known to have driven people CRAZY by his raging obsession of President Donald J. Trump, with his obvious paranoia reaching new heights as the Trump Administration surpassed all goals and expectations of greatness, and with the Golden Age of America upon us, perhaps like never before.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Reiner was found dead alongside his wife, Michele Reiner (68), at their Brentwood, California, home on December 14. Los Angeles police charged son Nick Reiner with murder and detained him. The investigation has also shifted focus to the couple’s four children, Jack, Tracy, Romy and Nick, all of whom have ties to Hollywood and the entertainment industry. No formal charges have been filed so far.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20251216/image-1765853096928.png"></figure>

US President Donald Trump sparked outrage after claiming filmmaker Rob Reiner died due to “Trump Derangement Syndrome.” Republicans Marjorie Taylor Greene and Thomas Massie criticised the remarks as disrespectful amid a family tragedy, calling them inappropriate and apolitical.

US President Donald Trump courted major controversy, on Tuesday (Dec 15) after he said that American film director Rob Reiner died because of 'Trump Derangement Syndrome.' Marjorie Taylor Greene, Trump's estranged ally, slammed him for settling political score at a time of a "family tragedy." She said that the incident was "not about politics or political enemies." Thomas Massie, another Trump critic on the Republican side of the House of Representatives, called the president's comments “inappropriate and disrespectful.” David Axelrod, the former chief strategist to President Barack Obama, described Trump's post as “perverse.” "The absence of empathy & grace for the Reiner family in their moment of profound loss and grief is sad and revealing. For @POTUS, his grievances trumps their grief." Democratic Senator Chris Murphy said Trump had “lost it.” "Now saying Rob and Michele Reiner caused their own murder because they didn't support him. So sick," he wrote. Trump, on his social platform Truth Social said that Reiner was 'once very talented movie director and comedy star.' He claimed that Reiner suffered from "incurable affliction with a mind crippling disease' known as TDS - or Trump Derangement Syndrome." Trump in his post also wrote, “He was known to have driven people CRAZY by his raging obsession of President Donald J. Trump, with his obvious paranoia reaching new heights as the Trump Administration surpassed all goals and expectations of greatness, and with the Golden Age of America upon us, perhaps like never before.” Reiner was found dead alongside his wife, Michele Reiner (68), at their Brentwood, California, home on December 14. Los Angeles police charged son Nick Reiner with murder and detained him. The investigation has also shifted focus to the couple’s four children, Jack, Tracy, Romy and Nick, all of whom have ties to Hollywood and the entertainment industry. No formal charges have been filed so far.

<p>US President Donald Trump sparked outrage after claiming filmmaker Rob Reiner died due to “Trump Derangement Syndrome.” Republicans Marjorie Taylor Greene and Thomas Massie criticised the remarks as disrespectful amid a family tragedy, calling them inappropriate and apolitical.</p>

'So sick...': US president slammed for claiming Rob Reiner died of 'Trump Derangement Syndrome'

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