Sapney V/S Everyone creator Ambrish Varma signs two-film deal with Mahaveer Jain Films

In a big move for modern storytelling, Mahaveer Jain Films has partnered with writer, director, and actor Ambrish Verma for two new movies.

Ambrish Verma is the creator of the hit web series Sapney V/S Everyone and its follow-up, Sapney V/S Everyone 2.

 He wrote, directed, and acted in both seasons, which became very popular.

The second season of Sapney V/S Everyone recently launched on Amazon Prime Video and has been getting a lot of praise from viewers for its realistic story and portrayal of young people's dreams.

Mahaveer Jain Films is known for supporting content-driven movies and has been working with many talented people.

 Their upcoming projects include collaborations with directors like Sooraj R Barjatya, Imtiaz Ali, Karan Johar, Siddharth Anand, Ram Madhvani, Sanjay Tripaathy, Montoo Bassi, and Mrighdeep Singh Lamba, as well as actors like Kartik Aaryan, Ayushmann Khurrana, Tiger Shroff, and Vikrant Massey.

Details about Ambrish Verma's two films with Mahaveer Jain Films, including the cast and plot, are still being kept secret.

 An official announcement is expected soon.

Janhvi Kapoor receives support from Amaha; company issues strong statement clarifying addiction remarks after podcast clip goes viral

Actor Janhvi Kapoor recently became the center of online discussions after a part of her appearance on Raj Shamani's podcast was shared without the full context. The edited clips led people to wrongly believe that she was talking about her own experience with alcohol addiction.

Janhvi Kapoor received support from Amaha, a mental health organization, which, along with Off The Rocks, released a strong statement to clarify her comments after the podcast clip went viral.

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To address the confusion, Amaha and Off The Rocks issued an official clarification about Kapoor's role in the conversation.

 They clearly stated that she was not speaking from personal experience about addiction.

"The team at Off The Rocks and Amaha have noticed certain media pages misrepresenting the content related to this initiative and Janhvi Kapoor.

 This is very concerning. We want to be clear: Janhvi Kapoor is involved in this conversation as a caregiver and ally, not as someone who has had personal experience with addiction or alcohol dependence," the statement said.

The statement also highlighted the harm caused by such misinformation, adding, "This kind of misrepresentation not only takes away from her role, but also disrespects the real experiences of those living with addiction and those who support them.

 Let's not make efforts to help people with addiction seem like click bait by spreading false information."

The organization urged media outlets, digital platforms, and individuals to share information with honesty and care. "

Misinformation in this area is harmful, irresponsible, and disrespectful to the very people this conversation aims to support," the statement concluded. "Thank you for standing with us."

During the podcast, Kapoor discussed alcohol addiction in a general sense and made it clear that she hasn't personally struggled with it.

 She also talked about her involvement in efforts to fight addiction, positioning herself as a caregiver and supporter. However, some parts of her remarks were edited out of context, leading to misunderstandings. Some reports focused on a statement she made about possibly using alcohol during the pandemic, which prompted the clarification.

On the professional side, Kapoor is preparing for her upcoming film Peddi, her second Telugu film after Devara.

 The movie also stars Ram Charan and is set to release on June 4, adding more excitement to her growing film career.

India is the ONLY country in the world to award an ‘A’ rating to The Devil Wears Prada 2

Many people who watched *The Devil Wears Prada 2* on May 1st and 2nd expected it to have lots of nudity, intimacy, or violence. That's because the movie was given an 'A' rating. But once people left the cinema, they realized there was nothing even close to adult content in the film—neither in the dialogue, the scenes, nor the story. Almost everyone agrees that *The Devil Wears Prada 2* is a family-friendly movie and that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) should have given it a U/A or even a 'U' rating instead.

 Bollywood Hungama checked ratings from censor boards in various countries and found that in India, the movie is only allowed for people aged 18 and older. In Switzerland, it's open to anyone over 6. In Finland, Denmark, and Spain, anyone over 7 can watch it. In Ireland, you need to be 8 or older, and in Belgium and the Netherlands, you need to be 9. Turkey gave it a 10A rating. In all these places, kids can watch it if they are with an adult.

In Brazil, Hungary, Malta, the UK, Oman, Poland, Portugal, South Africa, South Korea, and Ukraine, the film is rated 12.

 In Argentina, Bahrain, Indonesia, Singapore, the US, and the UAE, you need to be over 13 or have an adult with you. In Lebanon and Vietnam, it's rated PG13 or T13, meaning kids under 13 can't watch it.

In Australia and Saudi Arabia, it's rated M or PG15.

 People under 15 can watch it if they're with an adult or are over 15. In Kuwait, you can't watch it if you're under 15, and in Russia, you can't watch it if you're under 16.

In Egypt, Hong Kong, and the Philippines, the film has a 'Parental Guidance' rating.

 Finally, in 11 countries like Bulgaria, France, Germany, and Thailand, it has no age restrictions and can be watched by anyone.

This brings back memories of *La La Land* (2016), which had family-friendly content but also got an 'A' rating in India.

 Just like *The Devil Wears Prada 2*, almost every other major country in the world allowed younger audiences to watch it.

So the question is: what exactly did the CBFC see in *The Devil Wears Prada 2* that the rest of the world didn't?

 When countries around the world found the film suitable for younger audiences, India's 'A' rating seems not only harsh but also confusing. At a time when the film industry is trying to bring families back to theaters, such confusing ratings can hurt movies, exhibitors, and audiences. But despite the 'A' rating, *The Devil Wears Prada 2* is doing very well at the box office in India. Still, the CBFC should explain why this happened.

Raja Shivaji actor Riteish Deshmukh and Ajay Devgn share a powerful conversation; video goes viral

Ajay Devgn and Riteish Deshmukh are having a meaningful on-screen conversation in the film Raja Shivaji, which is now playing in theaters. The movie, which started showing in cinemas on May 1, 2026, has already drawn a lot of interest from the public. The creators have shared a clip of the two actors talking, which gives a clear idea of the movie's main message.

In the clip, they talk about how people today really like superhero movies like Avengers, Superman, and Spiderman.

 Ajay Devgn talks about how these characters are popular and how they connect with the younger generation. At the same time, he brings up the real-life warriors of India, like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, and how their courage and sacrifice are still important today.

Riteish Deshmukh, who plays Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the film, says that the king is like the first superhero.

 He also mentions that his interest in Shivaji started from when he was a child, which helped him prepare for the role.

Ajay Devgn also talks about how dedicated Riteish is to the film and how he is confident that Riteish can bring the character to life with real feeling.

 Their conversation is an example of the film’s main idea, which is to show the life and legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj to today’s audience.

Although only a short clip of their conversation has been shared so far, the full video is expected to come out soon.

 The clip has already been getting a lot of attention online, which has helped increase the movie's visibility after its release.

Raja Shivaji is produced by Mumbai Film Company and presented by Jio Studios.

 It is supported by Jyoti Deshpande and Genelia Deshmukh. The film is a big-scale historical drama that brings the story of a famous warrior king to the screen.

Raja Shivaji is being shown in both Hindi and Marathi.

 It aims to combine big production values with a strong story, and it brings back an important part of Indian history. As the film continues to play in theaters, more promotional material is expected to be released in the coming weeks to keep people interested.

Keerthy Suresh earns high praise by Sathyavan Savithiri filmmaker Praveen S Vijay: “Mahanati is her benchmark, she has reached the next level”

Keerthy Suresh continues to receive praise for her acting, especially for her upcoming film Sathyavan Savithiri, which is already creating a lot of excitement before it releases. The actress, who has won a National Award, has left a strong impression on director Praveen S Vijay. He has praised her for bringing emotional depth and subtlety to the courtroom drama.

Keerthy Suresh earns high praise from Sathyavan Savithiri filmmaker Praveen S Vijay: “Mahanati is her benchmark, she has reached the next level”

Keerthy Suresh earns high praise from Sathyavan Savithiri filmmaker Praveen S Vijay: “Mahanati is her benchmark, she has reached the next level”

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When talking about Keerthy’s approach to her character, the director said, “If you had become a lawyer instead of entering cinema, just be as natural as that, be yourself.”

 He also highlighted her growth as an actor, adding, “I think Mahanati is her benchmark, and in this film, she has reached the next level. She delivers exactly the emotions required, in the right measure. She carries the entire film on her shoulders. From the beginning, her performance keeps rising scene by scene. She holds the emotional core of the film.”

The film, titled Sathyavan Savithiri, is set to explore a compelling courtroom story.

 On May 1, the makers released a new poster showing Keerthy alongside actor Mysskin, who plays her senior advocate. Sharing the poster, the team wrote, “The battle begins! One will break. One will rise. Second look of #SathyavanSavithiri is here!” giving a hint of the intense legal drama ahead.

The story follows Keerthy’s character, a determined lawyer who strongly supports truth and justice.

 However, things get complicated when she starts doubting her senior’s position in a case that seems morally unclear. As the story progresses, new revelations shake her beliefs, leading to a major conflict at the heart of the film.

Alongside Keerthy and Mysskin, the film includes a strong supporting cast featuring Heartbeat Charukesh, Balasaravanan, Madhusudhanan, Shilpa Manjunath, R Sundararajan, Brigida, Mala Parvathi, and A Venkatesh in key roles.

Written and directed by Praveen S Vijay, the film also features music by Sam C S, adding to the anticipation for its release.

 With powerful performances and a deep, layered story, Sathyavan Savithiri is set to be one of Keerthy Suresh’s most impressive projects in recent times.

Sayani Gupta earns praise for Glory, shares emotional note on balancing show with her short film Aasmani

Sayani Gupta is getting lots of positive feedback for her new series Glory, which recently started on Netflix. She plays Joyna Hazarika, an investigative journalist who is trying to solve a complicated murder case. Her performance is being praised for being very real, especially when she portrays an Assamese character.

While the show was being released, Sayani shared some behind-the-scenes photos from the set on social media.

 These pictures showed her working with co-stars like Divyendu Sharma, and also with the creators Karan Anshman and Mohit. The images also included some moments from the wrap party and look tests.

In a detailed message, Sayani talked about how she has worked with Karan and Mohit for a long time.

 She mentioned working on Indie Edge and Baar Baar Dekho, which were a fun film and a popular show with three seasons. It was a big deal for her to see them create @atomicfilmsin and then make #glory for @netflix. Karan had told her three years ago that he was writing something for her. When she finally read the script, she felt really grateful. The shoot for Glory was scheduled at the same time as her film Aasmani. For two whole weeks, they tried to find dates that worked for both. Everyone was worried about it.

She explained how the scheduling issue was finally settled.

 She said, “@nishant_pandey0612 Arif @operationfail @hindol_deb and I finally figured it out. I was scared I might lose out on this beautiful collaboration that I was so grateful for. Not every day you get to work with friends you love. Most of the photos are from when I had to travel four hours at 3 in the morning to shoot one scene at sunrise before leaving for an outdoor schedule for @4moreshotspls. We wrapped the show that day. I left with a heavy but full heart. I love this team with all my heart. What a beautiful set of comrades and collaborators. It all worked out. It always does.”

Looking back on a meaningful week in her career, Sayani added, “This week we had the Aasmani World Premieres (2) and won two awards, and Glory was released today.

 Such a huge full circle. Hand in hand, step by step, we created the show and my film together. Me, as an actor in one and creator in the other. Both processes were satisfying and both I am so grateful for. Life is full of surprises in the most magical ways.”

Glory features Pulkit Samrat and Divyendu in lead roles, along with Surinder Vicky, Jannat Zubair Rehmani, Kashmira Pardeshi, and Vishal Vashishth in key roles.

 The series tells the story of a broken family brought together by a tragic event, exploring themes like ambition, morality, and consequences.

Pati Patni Aur Woh Do trailer launch: Ayushmann Khurrana clarifies, “We are NOT promoting any infidelity; Prajapati Pandey is a green flag…I got my kids to watch the edit of this film”

Ayushmann Khurrana, Rakul Preet Singh, Sara Ali Khan, Wamiqa Gabbi, Mudassar Aziz, Bhushan Kumar, Juno Chopra, and Shiv Chanana were at the trailer launch of *Pati Patni Aur Woh Do* in Mumbai's Sanjay Gandhi National Park. The trailer shows the male lead cheating on his wife. But Ayushmann said the movie does not send any bad message.

Ayushmann said, "It's an iconic franchise from the family of B R Films and Juno Chopra.

 It started in 1978 with Sanjeev Kumar sahab. A film from the series came out in 2019, and now, in 2026, we are back with *Pati Patni Aur Woh Do*. I’ve always been a fan of Sanjeev Kumar sahab and the story that started there. Many films have come after that. But the way Mudassar Aziz has brought the story idea in a classic way is really brilliant."

He continued, "I won’t call it a romcom.

 I’ll just call it a pure comedy. There’s more comedy than romance with these four characters. At the same time, my character of Prajapati Pandey is a green flag! His moral compass is completely correct."

As expected, the attendees were surprised.

 Ayushmann explained, "We are not promoting any infidelity because it's a family film. Everyone will enjoy this film. It’s just a comedy of errors. It’s not like Prajapati is having an extramarital affair."

Later, Rakul Preet Singh added, "This character is a bechara.

 He’s not doing anything wrong. As Ayushmann rightly said, our film is not promoting infidelity or an extramarital affair. It’s a comedy of errors and it happens with many people. We do things one way, people think another way, things turn out another way, and perspectives change. That’s why many people will be able to relate to it."

Ayushmann further said, "I want to do films that my kids can watch.

 In fact, I got my kids to watch the edit of this film! They really loved it. My benchmark is there. If kids are loving it, then I’m sure it’s a wholesome family film. I’m sure people are waiting to see a laugh riot. They haven’t seen such a film in a long time."

*Pati Patni Aur Woh Do* releases in cinemas on May 15.