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Netflix's new series, Kohrra, explores dysfunctional family dynamics and the dark facets of love and relationship through the overlay of a crime investigation. It boasts an exceptional cast of talented actors including Suvinder Vicky, Barun Sobti, Varun Badola, Harleen Sethi, Rachel Shelly, and Manish Chaudhary, playing pivotal roles. In partnership with renowned screenwriter Sudip Sharma, filmmaker Randeep Jha, and Clean Slate Filmz Productions to produce an engaging investigative drama that kicks off with the discovery of a murdered NRI just before his wedding in the countryside of Punjab. As the investigation unfolds a world of deceit, secrets and the dramas of dysfunctional families is revealed. The series is a mix of Hindi and Punjabi language, making it authentic to its world. Kohrra boasts to be a realistic drama filled with complex characters and nuanced look into human emotions.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in) Sudip Sh...

Aamir Dalvi is gearing up for his much-awaited entry into Bollywood with the film Kennedy, helmed by the critically acclaimed director Anurag Kashyap. Aamir has previously impressed audiences with his roles in popular shows such as Shapath-Supercops VS Supervillains, Sanskaar Laxmi, Devanshi, Zindagi’s Bhaage Re Mann, and Aladdin. Kennedy and its noir thriller storyline explore the theme of redemption against the backdrop of the pandemic, shedding light on its impact across various walks of life. Aamir had the opportunity to collaborate with Anurag Kashyap, who is known for granting actors the creative freedom to approach their scenes and characters. Although initially nervous, Aamir soon discovered that Anurag's distinctive style didn't require extensive preparation from the actors. Instead, Anurag prefers them to be present on set and allows the magic to unfold naturally. During rehearsals, Aamir found himself unsure of what to expect as he was given no specific instruction...

Salman Khan is not just a successful superstar but also a prominent producer and besides, he has other business interests as well. That Salman dabbles in real estate is common knowledge and today, news has come in that he’s all set to build a swanky hotel in Mumbai. As per a report in The Times Of India, Salman Khan plans to construct a 19-storey hotel facing the sea at Carter Road, Bandra. The building plan has been approved by the BMC and work is expected to begin soon. The plot, where the hotel will be located, once housed a residential society named Starlet. The abandoned building which stands on the plot will be demolished after which the construction will commence. According to the article, the hotel will include three-level basements while the first and second floors would be reserved for a café and restaurant. While the third floor will have a gymnasium and swimming pool, the fourth floor will be reserved as a service floor while the fifth and sixth floors will have the conv...

It has been some time now since the announcement of Karan Johar’s next directorial venture Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. Starring Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Dharmendra and Shabana Azmi the film made headlines for its casting. Ever since then in fact, there have been constant updates on the film and its progress that fans have lapped eagerly. Well, now Bollywood Hungama has learnt that the first look poster of the film is all set to be launched later this month. If what our source tells us is true, then the said poster will be launched on Karan Johar’s birthday. “A while back Dharma Productions had released the logo of Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, now the film is ready and the makers will be officially releasing the first look poster later in May. Making the launch special, especially since it will mark Karan’s return to the directorial seat, plans are being set to reveal the poster on May 25, which will coincide with the filmmaker’s birthday”, reveals the well-placed source to Boll...

In a delightful surprise for fans of Indian television, the iconic sitcom 'Tu Tu Main Main' is all set to make a triumphant return, this time on an over-the-top (OTT) platform. The popular show, known for its rib-tickling humour and relatable family dynamics, will be available for streaming, allowing viewers to relive the hilarious banter and timeless charm of the beloved characters. Starring the talented Supriya Pilgaonkar as Devaki Verma and Reema Lagoo as Radha Verma, the show struck a chord with viewers, presenting an endearing blend of comedy, emotions, and everyday family conflicts. Tu Tu Main Main, which originally aired from 1994 to 2000, captured the hearts of millions across the country with its humorous portrayal of the bittersweet relationship between a mother-in-law and daughter-in-law. Recently, Sachin Pilgaonkar, who acted and directed the show, confirmed that a new season of Tu Tu Main Main is to return very soon during an interview with News18. He shared that ...

Kalki Koechlin came into the limelight with Dev D (2009). Ever since, she has carved a niche for herself through her performances in films like That Girl In Yellow Boots (2011), Shaitan (2011), Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011), Shanghai (2012), Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013), Margarita With A Straw (2015), A Death In The Gunj (2017), Gully Boy (2019) etc. She has been missing from the limelight for a while. But she’s expected to be back in a few projects this year. Interestingly, it has now come to light that Kalki Koechlin is a part of Kho Gaye Hum Kahan. Until now, it was only known that Siddhant Chaturvedi, Ananya Panday and Adarsh Gourav feature in the film. Kalki in a recent interview with Bombay Times revealed that in this film, she will be seen “in a romantic relationship with Siddhant Chaturvedi.” Interestingly, Kalki also featured in Siddhant’s debut film Gully Boy, though both w...

Bollywood fans have something to look forward to as Ajay Devgn and R. Madhavan are to share screen space in a supernatural thriller film directed by Vikas Bahl. The highly anticipated movie is yet to be titled and is being produced by Panorama Studio and Ajay Devgn Ffilms. Vikas Bahl is a highly acclaimed director who has previously directed the critically acclaimed and National Award-winning film Queen. With such an accomplished director at the helm, expectations for the upcoming film are high. The news of the collaboration between Ajay Devgn and R. Madhavan has further fueled the excitement among fans. Ajay Devgn is a well-known actor in Bollywood, known for his dynamic performances in action and thriller films. R. Madhavan, on the other hand, is widely regarded as one of the most versatile actors in Indian cinema, having starred in a range of genres. The film is still in the pre-production stage and is scheduled to start filming in June. It is being produced under the banner of A...

According to the latest reports, Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment Pvt Ltd, which is owned by renowned film producer Sajid Nadiadwala, has recently bought a 7,470 square feet plot located in Juhu Gaothan, Andheri West for a whopping ₹31.30 crore. According to documents accessed and shared by IndexTap.com, the transaction between the production house and Portion Trading Pvt Ltd was recorded on April 10. The documents stated that Nadiadwala's company paid a stamp duty of ₹1.87 crore for the plot and the transaction rate was ₹41,900 per square foot. Nadiadwala's banner is one of the leading production houses in Bollywood, having produced many hit films like the Baaghi series starring Tiger Shroff, Heropanti, Kick starring Salman Khan, and Judwaa. Several of their recent movies, such as Housefull, Judwaa, Baaghi, and Heropanti, have also had sequels. Nadiadwala's 2018 franchises Judwaa 2 and Baaghi 2 both grossed ₹100 crore worldwide at the box office. The Nadiadwala family h...

Gauahar Khan and Zaid Darbar recently celebrated the pre-arrival of their baby by hosting a fun baby shower with many of the industry insiders making their presence felt. Gauahar, who has been a part of films and several reality shows, had announced about them entering parenthood on social media. And now they took to the platform to share the good news about their first child’s arrival with all their well-wishers as they became parents to a lovely baby boy. Gauahar Khan and Zaid Darbar shared a blue-colour themed post as they announced the arrival of their little boy. They also posted a lovely message along with it saying, “IT'S A BOY As Salaam U Alaikum Beautiful World, Says Our Bundle of Joy. Arrived 10th of May 2023 to make us realise what happiness truly means. Our blessed boy thanks everyone for their love and prayers. Grateful and Giggling New Parents Zaid and Gauahar.” Needless to say, the new parents’ post was flooded with congratulatory messages from the industry insider...

Alia Bhatt recently garnered a lot of attention for his elegant appearance at the prestigious MET Gala, the high-profile fundraising event in New York, USA. With her global image reaching places, especially after she announced her Hollywood debut with Gal Gadot as well as a brief but powerful appearance as the love interest of Ram Charan in the globally acclaimed RRR, the actress has now added another feather to her cap in the world of international achievements by becoming the brand face of Gucci. Alia Bhatt will be joining the likes of Kpop New Jeans’ fame Hanni, Dakota Johnson, and Harry Styles with her becoming the first Indian global brand ambassador for Gucci. Besides her, only a handful of Bollywood actresses have been a part of major international brand faces which includes actresses like Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Deepika Padukone. Alia will be making her first appearance as the ambassador for the brand at the upcoming fashion show on May 16 that will be held in Gyeongbokgung ...

India’s two leading production houses – Dharma Productions and Sikhya Entertainment announce a strategic content partnership to deliver fresh and compelling content to the screens. Setting a new standard in the entertainment industry, through this alliance, both production houses will bring their respective strengths and expertise to the table, to produce multiple projects across feature films and digital formats. The alliance builds on the success of their previous collaboration on the critically acclaimed film, The Lunchbox, which was produced by Sikhya's founder Guneet Monga Kapoor and presented by Dharma Productions. The movie received both domestic and international acclaim, providing a strong foundation for this new partnership. Dharma Productions is a legacy brand in the film industry, with a rich history of producing mainstream hits and Sikhya Entertainment is a leader in independent cinema and a recent winner of an Academy Award-winning film. Dharma Productions' main...

KL Rahul, the captain of Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League, has withdrawn from the ongoing tournament and will undergo surgery for an injury. In a social media post, the Indian cricketer informed his fans that he won't be participating in the remaining IPL matches or the World Test Championship next month. Suniel Shetty, Rahul's father-in-law, responded to the news. While expressing his well-wishes for Rahul's surgery he also noted that his absence from the WTC would create an opportunity for another player to showcase their skills. In an interaction with ETimes, Shetty asserted, “The Indian team has a marvellous bunch of cricketers. They have good bench strength. I think it’s an opportunity for some other player to get to the WTC final and shine. No player is bigger than the game.” For the unversed, Rahul suffered an injury while fielding during the IPL 2023 match between Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bangalore on Monday. “After careful consi...

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) has wrapped up the shoot of the first out of its four anthology films under their My Melbourne project. The film, which is yet untitled, is directed by Onir and the Australian filmmaker William Duan. It stars Arka Das, Mouli Ganguli (an actor from Australia, not to be confused by the Indian actress of the same name), and Jackson Gallagher. The film was shot in five days and the story is based on grief and forgiveness. The film follows the reunion of a queer Indian man, Indraneel, played by Arka, and his father, Mihir, played by Mouli, after many years of estrangement. Speaking about the film and the experience, Onir said in a statement, “I am happy to be part of My Melbourne as it is a unique special film. It’s the first time such a unique cross-country initiative has been taken to bridge cultural ties and bring the two communities together using the medium of cinema. The films of My Melbourne are based on diversity and are focused on brin...

Estée Lauder has announced rising Bollywood actress and former Miss World, Manushi Chhillar, as its newest Global Brand Ambassador. Manushi previously served as the face of Estée Lauder India’s Advanced Night Repair campaign in Fall 2022 and will appear in India’s upcoming campaign for Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup, debuting later this month. Manushi joins the current roster of Estée Lauder global talent including Adut Akech, Ana de Armas, Amanda Gorman, Bianca Brandolini D’Adda, Carolyn Murphy, Grace Elizabeth, Karlie Kloss, Kōki and Yang Mi. “We are thrilled to welcome Manushi to the Estée Lauder family,” said Justin Boxford, Global Brand President, Estée Lauder and AERIN Beauty. “In addition to her rising star power, Manushi’s dedicated use of her platform to bring about positive social change in India and beyond will enable us to continue to reinforce our brand’s commitment to championing women’s advancement around the world.” “Joining the Estée Lauder family is a dream come t...

In September 2020, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) issued a notice to actress Kangana Ranaut, alleging that she had carried out unauthorised construction at her office-cum-residential property in Pali Hill, Bandra. Kangana, who has been vocal about her political views on social media, claimed that the notice was politically motivated and that the BMC was trying to intimidate her. Post the incident, Kangana had demanded compensation of Rs 2 crore from the BMC, citing that the demolition of her bungalow was carried out illegally. Speaking of the same recently, the Queen actress stated that she no longer wants compensation. In a conversation with ABP News, the actress asserted, “I have not got any compensation till now, they were supposed to send evaluators. So, I met Shinde ji (current Maharashtra chief minister Eknath Sambhaji Shinde), and said, ‘Aap hi log mujhe kuch evaluation bhej dijiye (Please send some evaluators)’. I do not want anybody who has abused the money of t...

Reebok, a brand synonymous with sports and fitness, has announced a new chapter in its journey. Under the aegis of Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL) in India, Reebok is re-establishing itself as a leading sports and performance brand with a powerful new campaign that resonates deeply with audiences. The campaign, titled 'I am the New,' features two extraordinary individuals who have defied stereotypes and created new rules for themselves - World's No. 1 T20 batter Suryakumar Yadav and leading actor Taapsee Pannu. Their inspiring stories of overcoming challenges and charting their own paths embodies the campaign's core message – embrace your unorthodox spirit and create your own trail. A love for sports and fitness is intrinsic to Indian culture. Sports is the heartbeat of the nation, with millions of people actively participating in and following a variety of sports across media. It is only natural that Reebok reclaims its legacy of being the premier spo...

Yash Raj Films’ Pathaan, produced by Aditya Chopra & directed by Siddharth Anand, is a historic all-time blockbuster. It is the highest grossing film worldwide in the history of Hindi cinema with over Rs. 1050 crore gross at the global box office! The film, which stars the biggest global superstar of Indian cinema, Shah Rukh Khan, will now become the first Hindi film to release in Bangladesh post partition! It is set to release on May 12 in Bangladesh. Nelson D’Souza, Vice President, International Distribution, said, “Cinema has always been a unifying force between nations, races and cultures. It transcends borders, galvanises people and plays a significant hand in bringing people together. We are incredibly thrilled that Pathaan, which has done historic business worldwide, will now get a chance to entertain audiences in Bangladesh!” He added, “Pathaan becomes the first Hindi film to release in Bangladesh post-1971 and we are thankful to the authorities for their decision. We hav...

Veteran actor Dalip Tahhil is known to be the only actor to play India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru thrice in, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2013), Samvidhan (TV series, 2013) and the Marathi movie Bhaai: Vyati Kee Valli (2019). He is now all set to add another feather to his cap by playing another prominent politician, this time of another country. Tahhil will be playing the former Pakistani President Zulfiqar Bhutto in IB 71. As per the makers, “Tahhil spent months researching Bhutto's life, mannerisms, and speech patterns to ensure that his portrayal of the character was authentic and nuanced. Tahhil’s casting has also brought to the fore the cultural and historical ties that bind the Sindhi communities on either side of the India-Pakistan border. Tahhil had with himself the opportunity to play such an important character and showcase the cultural similarities between the two countries.” Directed by Sankalp Reddy, IB 71 is an espionage action-drama centring around the 1971 wa...

Owing to her acumen of all things beauty,  Athiya Shetty recently onboarded as the brand face for the Korean beauty brand Laneige. Korean skincare giant Laneige has recently announced its partnership with Athiya Shetty, appointing her as the brand's inaugural ambassador in India. The company stated that Athiya's fashion sensibility perfectly embodies its core belief of 'embracing the inner radiance'. In her role, she will endorse Laneige's skincare range to promote the brand's philosophy. Paul Lee, the managing director and country head of AmorePacific Group India, the company that owns the brand here, expressed his excitement by stating, "We extend a warm welcome to the vivacious and multi-talented actor as our inaugural brand ambassador. Our core philosophy is centred around the idea that beauty encompasses not only one's appearance but also one's character and potential to bring positive change to the world. Ms. Shetty embodies our values of bea...

Experience Abu Dhabi has today announced Indian superstar, and pop culture icon Ranveer Singh, as an official ambassador, inspiring visitors to discover the diverse range of experiences that can be enjoyed on a trip to Abu Dhabi. During the two-year partnership, Ranveer will share his holiday highlights, inviting Indian travellers to find their pace in Abu Dhabi and enjoy everything that the destination has to offer, from an action-packed calendar of events including IIFA, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and the Abu Dhabi NBA Games, to the variety of adventures and cultural experiences that can inspire, excite and restore. Ranveer commences his exciting role by starring in Abu Dhabi’s new summer campaign film, ‘One Summer Isn’t Enough’. In the film, audiences will witness Ranveer explore some of Abu Dhabi’s hotspots, from soaking up the sun in the chilled pools of Saadiyat Beach Club to taking in the wonder at Louvre Abu Dhabi and racing around the famous Yas Marina Circuit, before enjoying...