Kiran Shantaram backs Siddhant Chaturvedi for V Shantaram biopic; hopes for November 18, 2026 release

A big moment happened recently that showed how much people care about old movies. At a public event, Kiran Shantaram, a well-known person in the film world, talked about a new movie about the famous director V. Shantaram. He was giving an award to actor Siddhant Chaturvedi at the same time.

During the event, Kiran Shantaram told the crowd that the movie is being made to honor his father's big contributions to Indian cinema.

 He said it's very special because it's happening on the 125th birthday of V. Shantaram, who was one of the first people to really change how Indian movies were made, from silent films to movies with sound and color.

He explained that the movie is meant to celebrate V. Shantaram's life and work, and the team wants to release it on November 18, 2026, which is a big milestone.

Kiran also said he believes in Siddhant Chaturvedi, who will play V. Shantaram in the movie.

 The actor has been picked to show the famed director's life and how he changed Indian cinema.

The film will tell the story of a very important director who made movies like Do Aankhen Barah Haath, Navrang, and Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baaje.

 These movies had important messages and were full of creative ideas, leaving a big mark on how stories are told in India.

For Siddhant Chaturvedi, playing V. Shantaram is a huge role in his career.

 He first became famous with his role in Gully Boy and has always admired V. Shantaram's bravery and creativity.

The movie is meant to teach people about V. Shantaram's story and his belief that movies could be a way to bring about social change.

The movie is being made by people from the Shantaram family and others in the industry.

 It will be both a tribute to V. Shantaram and an important moment in Indian culture, celebrating one of the country's most influential filmmakers.

Rajkummar Rao and Keerthy Suresh headline Amazon MGM Studios’ Raftaar, releasing in theaters on July 24, 2026

 Amazon MGM Studios has shared that their movie Raftaar will be shown in theaters on July 24, 2026. The film is directed by Aditya Nimbalkar and made by Patralekhaa through Kampa Film. It is also being handled by Tarun Bali as an executive producer. The story and screenplay are written by Rohan Narula. The main actors in the movie are Rajkummar Rao and Keerthy Suresh. The film also has a group of talented actors including Anurag Thakur, Rohan Verma, Tanya Maniktala, and Rajat Kapoor who play important roles.

Raftaar takes place in a world where ambition leads to big successes, but also brings big costs.

 The story centers around a growing start-up and the intense relationship between a determined man and a highly driven woman. As money, power, and greed take over, their desire to win starts to conflict with their feelings for each other. The climb to success is exciting, but after falling, the question is simple: can they find a way back to the top, or is this the end?

Raftaar, an Amazon MGM Studios movie, will be shown in theaters on July 24, 2026.

Subedaar tops charts in 31 countries on Prime Video; clocks record viewership across 91% of India’s pin codes

Amazon Prime Video has announced that its latest Hindi Original film, Subedaar, has become the most-watched Indian Original movie on the platform during its opening weekend. The action drama premiered globally on March 5 and quickly gained traction with audiences, trending in the platform's Top 10 across 31 countries.

Starring Anil Kapoor and Radhikka Madan, the film has drawn significant viewership in India as well.

 According to Prime Video, Subedaar recorded audiences across 91 percent of the country's pin codes during its launch window, indicating wide reach across both urban and smaller markets.

The film's performance reflects the continued global interest in Indian stories that combine emotional narratives with large-scale action.

 Prime Video noted that the response to Subedaar reinforces the growing appetite for rooted Indian storytelling that resonates both domestically and internationally.

Commenting on the milestone, Nikhil Madhok, Director and Head of Originals at Prime Video India, said, "The film's emotional narrative and portrayal of a soldier confronting his toughest battles beyond the battlefield have struck a chord.

 Anil Kapoor delivers an acting masterclass, while Suresh Triveni's solid direction and great performances from the ensemble cast have resulted in love and appreciation from customers across the world."

Directed by Suresh Triveni, Subedaar is produced by Vikram Malhotra, Anil Kapoor, and Suresh Triveni under Opening Image Films in association with Anil Kapoor Film & Communication Network.

 The screenplay is written by Suresh Triveni and Prajwal Chandrashekar, with dialogues by Suresh Triveni, Saurabh Dwivedi, and Prajwal Chandrashekar.

The film also features an ensemble cast including Mona Singh, Saurabh Shukla, Aditya Rawal, Faisal Malik, and Khushboo Sundar in key roles.

Subedaar follows Subedaar Arjun Maurya, a retired soldier who struggles to adjust to civilian life after years of service.

 As he navigates a world shaped by crime and corruption, the story also focuses on his deeply emotional relationship with his daughter, forming the emotional core of the narrative.

The film began streaming exclusively on Prime Video on March 5 in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu across India and in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

Khosla Ka Ghosla 2 release date announced; sequel arrives in cinemas on August 28, 2026

The team behind Khosla Ka Ghosla 2 has finally shared the movie's date for showing in theatres. The follow-up to the popular comedy Khosla Ka Ghosla will be in cinemas on August 28, 2026. The news came with the release of the film's poster, showing the next part of this well-loved series almost twenty years after the first one became a fan favorite.

Khosla Ka Ghosla 2 is directed by Prashant Bhagia and made by Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar through T-Series along with Tandav Films.

 The film is also produced by Savita Raj Hiremath and Raj Hiremath.

Though the story details are not yet known, the main actors from the first movie are returning to play their roles again, bringing back the characters that made the original so special.

 Ravi Kishan has also joined the cast for a key part.

The film was first announced this year in January.

 On January 3, 2026, veteran actor Anupam Kher started working on it, which is his 550th movie. He shared this milestone with his fans on social media and talked about his journey in the Indian film industry.

In an online post, Kher remembered a conversation with a filmmaker from overseas at the Cannes Film Festival.

 The filmmaker had once called him the "Marathon Man of Indian Cinema" because of the number of movies he had worked in. As he began filming Khosla Ka Ghosla 2 in Delhi, Kher wrote, “So today as I start my 550th film #KhoslaKaGhosla2 my heart is filled with GRATITUDE and THANKFULNESS!”

The first Khosla Ka Ghosla was loved for its funny take on the dreams of middle-class people, family life, and the messy problems of buying and selling property in big cities.

 Over time, the movie has gained a big fan group, with people still enjoying its humor and easy-to-relate stories.

INSANE response for Dhurandhar 2: Mumbai, Hyderabad and Bangalore start facing capacity issues; demand for more shows skyrocket

Dhurandhar 2 is becoming a huge success at the box office, selling tickets at record levels. With just five days left until the paid previews start, the movie is already struggling to accommodate all the people wanting to watch it, as most of the seats have been booked. On-ground analysts say that cities like Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Bangalore have a lot of people wanting to see the film, but the number of showtimes isn't enough to meet that demand.

Mumbai has already sold 50 percent of the tickets, while Hyderabad and Bangalore have sold 75 percent and 60 percent respectively.

 The audience is pushing exhibitors to offer more showtimes for the rest of the weekend so they can book their seats early. The excitement around this movie is like nothing we've seen in a long time. It's like the success of Baahubali 2 back in 2017.

The advance sales for the rest of the weekend are expected to open tomorrow morning because the paid previews are running out of tickets.

 So far, Dhurandhar 2 has sold tickets worth Rs. 27 crore for the paid previews, and this number could go up to Rs. 35 crore by the day of the actual release. The paid previews are expected to bring in around Rs. 40 crore, which is a new record, way ahead of the previous record of Rs. 10 crore set by Stree 2.

In terms of multiplex chains, Dhurandhar 2 has already sold 2.60 lakh tickets across the top three multiplexes for the paid previews.

 It’s aiming for a historic 3.50 lakh tickets, which could set a long-lasting record. Everyone is now waiting to see what kind of numbers the full opening day and weekend will bring, starting from tomorrow.

Saurabh Shukla was “disheartened” when he was offered to play the judge in Jolly LLB: “I said, ‘Give me any character except the judge’”; actor also says why Jolly LLB 3’s TV premiere holds high significance

Over the years, Saurabh Shukla has become one of the top performers in Hindi cinema. One of his most beloved roles is the judge Sunderlal Tripathi in the Jolly LLB series. He last played this character in Jolly LLB 3, which came out last year and was a big hit at the box office. The movie is now set to have its TV premiere on Star Gold on Sunday, March 22.

Shukla shared his thoughts on the importance of TV premieres in the OTT era, how he almost turned down the role of Tripathi in the first film of the series, and more in an exclusive interview with source 

You've acted in many different kinds of films.

 How would you rate the Jolly LLB franchise?

It's very important to me.

 The National Award I won was for a film from this franchise, Jolly LLB 2. I think this series is the best in my filmography. All three films were very successful, and my character was well-received. So, it's a major milestone in my career.

Jolly LLB 3 is premiering on Star Gold.

 How important are TV premieres for films today, according to you?

It's very important.

 Let me explain. This film was a big hit in theaters. But not everyone can go to the theater. In many parts of the country, there aren't enough theaters. So, a lot of people can't watch it in theaters. Then it was released on OTT. OTT has reached many people, but it's a personal way of watching. People mostly watch on their own.

But in our country, watching TV with the family is still common.

 So, this TV premiere helps reach people who want to watch movies together. I'm happy that Jolly LLB 3 is coming on Star Gold.

What was your first reaction when Subhash Kapoor offered you the role of judge Sunderlal Tripathi in the first Jolly LLB film?

When he first offered me the role, I hadn't read the script.

 He's a good friend of mine. I visited him without knowing he was offering me a role. Before he started talking, he said he was making a film about law and wanted me to play a judge. I was upset and told him, "Bhai Subhash, give me any role except the judge." Because, up to that point, judges in films just used a hammer and gave a judgment and mentioned the penal code.

But Subhash said, "Pandit ji, please listen to the character."

 So I listened. After reading the script, I shook hands with Subhash and told him, "No matter what, I will play this character, and you shouldn't go to any other actor." That's how I got the role.

There are many little details in Sunderlal Tripathi's behavior.

 How much of that is your own input?

Cinema is a team effort.

 Without teamwork, there's no fun in it. The script has to have a strong base. There were a lot of details in the script. Based on that, the actor adds their own ideas and brings their own touches. It's hard to tell which details came from whom. The script was very detailed, and I added whatever I could from my side.

The first film had Arshad Warsi as the lawyer, the second had Akshay Kumar.

 The third film had both. How was your experience working with both of them?

The rapport was great.

 I always liked Arshad as an actor. Akshay sir is one of my favorite actors, and he's done some amazing films. But I didn't know them personally before. When I worked with them, I got to know them better, and now we're friends. It's been fun working with them.

You've acted in many different types of films throughout your career.

 What are your criteria for choosing a project?

Sometimes the project chooses me, not always the other way around.

 My criteria aren't too strict. I just look for something that touches my heart. If I enjoy what I hear, I feel like I can add something to the script. That's my job. But if I don't feel like there's anything to add, then I can't do it.

What are your upcoming projects that you're excited about?

 Shah Rukh Khan's King is one of them.

Yes, I'm in King.

 The film is currently in production. Right now, two of my films have released: Subedaar and Jab Khuli Kitaab. These days, I'm focused on the love and happiness from Jab Khuli Kitaab. Then there's Jolly LLB 3 coming on Star Gold. For me, March has been a very exciting month.

After getting so much positive feedback for Jab Khuli Kitaab, would you consider directing again?

Definitely, if people are ready to support me (laughs).

Where did India watch Dhurandhar? Every 2nd rupee came from Mumbai and Delhi-U.P, while 3 territories powered 61% of its India nett collections

When a film earns Rs. 894.96 crore in India, the natural question is: where did most people watch it?

 For Dhurandhar, the answer is clear. Mumbai was the top, followed by Delhi-U.P and East Punjab, which helped make the film a huge hit.

The most surprising thing is how much the top three regions — Mumbai, Delhi-U.P and East Punjab — contributed.

 These three areas alone made Rs. 538.42 crore, which is 60.77% of the total India earnings. In other words, more than three-fifths of the film's income came from these three regions alone.

Mumbai was the biggest contributor, bringing in Rs. 260.02 crore, which is 29.35% of the film's total earnings.

 This shows how popular the film was in Mumbai, which is one of the most important film markets in the country. Whether it was big cities, popular areas or repeat viewers, Dhurandhar was well received there.

Delhi-U.P came next, contributing Rs. 182.90 crore, which is 20.64% of the total.

 If you add Mumbai and Delhi-U.P, the total reaches Rs. 442.92 crore, which is almost half of the total India earnings. That means nearly every second rupee earned by Dhurandhar in India came from just these two territories. That's a big chunk of the business and shows where the film had the most support.

East Punjab added Rs. 95.50 crore, which is 10.78% of the total.

 This shows that the film was also very popular in the North, beyond just Mumbai and Delhi-U.P. The contribution from East Punjab is especially important because it shows the film was successful in another major circuit known for making big box office hits.

Beyond the top three, the film had good numbers in other key areas too.

 Nizam-AP added Rs. 54.98 crore, Mysore brought in Rs. 52.99 crore, Rajasthan added Rs. 50.20 crore, followed by CP at Rs. 44.89 crore, West Bengal at Rs. 40.62 crore, and CI at Rs. 37.65 crore. These numbers show that Dhurandhar wasn’t just dependent on a few places but had good support across several major markets.

If we look at the combined contribution of Mumbai, Delhi-U.P, East Punjab, Rajasthan, CP, CI and Bihar & Jharkhand, the total is Rs. 701.72 crore, which is about 79.20% of the film’s earnings.

 This is the most important point from the territory breakdown. The film's mass appeal, scale, and big production values worked best in areas where event films usually perform well.

Bihar & Jharkhand added Rs. 30.56 crore, while Assam and Orissa contributed Rs. 12.21 crore and Rs. 13.25 crore respectively.

 Tamil Nadu & Kerala had Rs. 10.28 crore. Though these areas contributed a smaller share, they still added to the overall performance of the film.

So, when asked, "Where did India watch Dhurandhar?"

, the answer is clear: the film was most watched in the core Hindi film markets. Mumbai was the leader, Delhi-U.P gave strong support, and East Punjab helped make it a massive hit. That is where the real box office success of the film was found.