Amitabh Bachchan reveals he underwent surgery: “This homecoming period is the most difficult phase”

Amitabh Bachchan has shared that he recently had surgery and is now at home recovering after leaving the hospital.He posted this update on his personal blog on Tuesday.The 83-year-old actor talked openly about the tough time he's going through during recovery, calling it one of the hardest parts of his life both physically and mentally.

He mentioned that he spent time in the hospital, including in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), where he was cared for by skilled doctors and medical staff before going home.

He wrote, "In the hospital after surgery and in the ICU, under the care of experienced doctors and medical staff...discharge...and homecoming.This homecoming period is the most difficult phase...physically, psychologically and practically..."

Bachchan also shared a thoughtful message about dealing with challenges, comparing life's difficulties to the struggles faced by champions.

He wrote, "You are a revered champion and one day a defeat stares at you...this is the most difficult phase of your life...some brave it...some give up...those who keep trying and stay brave remain champions...those who don't, live in the past glory...each person makes their own choice...nothing is wrong with either...be well, be happy."

Although he confirmed that he had surgery, he didn't say why or give more details about his health condition.

Despite this, the actor has stayed active lately.

His blog shows he had his regular Sunday darshan with fans on July 19 and was meeting fans consistently throughout July.He was also meeting fans weekly in May and June and posting about his work.This shows the surgery and hospital stay happened before his recent public appearances.

Earlier this year, there were reports saying Amitabh Bachchan was admitted to Mumbai's Nanavati Hospital due to health issues.

The talk started after a journalist, Vickey Lalwani, posted a video claiming the actor had been in the hospital for stomach problems.But these reports were later denied by people close to him.

A PTI report later explained that the actor had only gone to the hospital for a routine check-up and came back the same day.

The report said, "He went in for a routine health check-up and came back home.He usually goes every month for a check-up."

With his latest blog, Bachchan has confirmed he had surgery and is focused on recovery, though he hasn't shared more details about his health.

Jimmy Shergill reveals he COMPLETELY gave up his phone while shooting Operation Safed Sagar; urges everyone to try a digital detox: “You will also NOT miss your phone”

Actors Jimmy Shergill, Siddharth, Dia Mirza, Prajakta Koli, Abhay Verma, Mihir Ahuja, Taaruk Raina, Arnav Bhasin, and Amrita Bagchi, along with director Oni Sen, producers Sanjay Routray, Sarita Patil, and Mehboob Pal Singh Brar, and executive producers Abhijeet Singh Parmar (who also wrote the story) and Kushal Srivastava, along with Netflix representatives Monika Shergill and Tanya Bami, attended the trailer launch of Operation Safed Sagar in Mumbai.The event was special for many reasons.First, several real people connected to the story were honored, including Group Captain Amit Gupta, Group Captain Alok Chaudhry, Group Captain Tarun Kumar Singha, former Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal B S Dhanoa, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A P Singh, and Alka Ahuja, the wife of the late Squadron Leader Ajay Ahuja.

During a media Q&A, Jimmy was asked about going on a digital detox while acting in the show.

A journalist even heard that he used a simple Nokia phone while making the series.

Jimmy explained, “I was actually really happy when I didn’t have a phone (laughs).

So, I was very happy.Yes, my team had some problems.They were a bit stressed.” He clarified, “I didn’t even take the old Nokia phone.I just completely left my phone behind.I used to feel a lot of peace, and whenever I had free time, I would take a nap.”

Jimmy added, “I never missed my phone.

All of you will also not miss it if you try to give it up.I think we lived better in those times.That’s what I believe in.”

The event ended with an impactful comment from Jimmy Shergill, where he said the youth today aren’t interested in joining the armed forces.

He said, “If I talk about my time, especially those who were in public schools, 99.99% of us wanted to join the armed forces.I had scored over 90%, yet I still didn’t meet the cutoff.So, even though I applied, I didn’t qualify.There was so much competition.Now, it seems like no one is interested.Everyone wants to make movies.They have been given phones and are encouraged to make Reels.Everyone is just making videos.So, who will fight for the country, brother?Or will you fight inside yourself?” 

Operation Safed Sagar is set to release on Netflix on August 7.

Blown away by the Ramayana trailer”: Atlee shares his reaction, calls Ranbir Kapoor “stunning” and Yash “unbelievably lethal”

Director Atlee shared his thoughts on the trailer for the film Ramayana, expressing admiration for the creative vision behind the big mythological project and sending his best wishes to everyone involved.He posted on social media after seeing the trailer and praised the producer Namit Malhotra, director Nitesh Tiwari, and the main cast, which includes Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash.

He wrote, “Absolutely blown away by the #Ramayana trailer!

What a vision by @NamitMalhotra sir and what incredible craft from @niteshtiwari22 sir.@TheNameIsYash bro looks unbelievably lethal, Ranbir Kapoor bro is stunning, and @Sai_Pallavi92 is ethereal.Every frame feels grand, fresh, and magical.Wishing the entire team blockbuster.This looks truly epic!”

Atlee’s post came right after the trailer was shown at a big event in Delhi.

The film has created a lot of excitement because of its large scale, impressive visual effects, and strong cast.

Ramayana is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and features Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana.

Sunny Deol plays Hanuman, and Ravi Dubey plays Lakshman.

The film is produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios along with DNEG and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations.

It is planned as a two-part series.The first part, Ramayana: Part 1, will come out during Diwali 2026, and the second part will be released in Diwali 2027.Both films will have a worldwide IMAX release.

Kunal Kohli follows Shekhar Kapur’s footsteps; makes international debut with haunting English film All About Her

Kunal Kohli, who has directed popular films like Hum Tum (2004) and Fanaa (2006), is now taking a big step by making international films.In June, he finished shooting a British English film called All About Her.The movie stars Hollywood actor Nick Sagar, who is well-known for his role in The Princess Switch films.The female lead is played by British actress Amelia Gething, who has been recognized for her work in Emily and The Spanish Princess.

Kunal Kohli has made his international debut with the haunting English film All About Her, following the path set by Shekhar Kapur.

He talked about his experience in an interview with Bombay Times, saying, "Directing an English film and working with a British and international crew is a new chapter in my life.Shekhar Kapur has always inspired me, and I hope this starts a trend of more Indian filmmakers working globally.Though English is not my first language, directing in English has been very rewarding."

He added, "Shooting in the UK with British actors and crew gave me a lot of creative freedom.

Working directly with the actors helped bring the characters to life exactly as I had imagined, right along with Amelia and Nick.Even though I was new to their industry, the actors trusted me, and together we created something special that we are excited to share with audiences around the world."

All About Her is produced by Sheetal Parab.

A first-look teaser poster was released on June 5 with the caption, "A haunting psychological drama where love, guilt, and identity blur into one dangerous truth." According to a report in Bombay Times, the makers plan to premiere the film at various film festivals before its release.

Kunal Kohli started as a film critic in the 90s and later hosted the TV show 'Chalo Cinema'.

He made his debut as a film director with Mujhse Dosti Karoge (2002), starring Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Rani Mukerji.His second film, Hum Tum (2004), made him a director to watch, thanks to its great performances, music, and fresh story that resonated with the growing multiplex audience.

His next film, Fanaa (2006), starring Aamir Khan and Kajol, became a major box-office hit.

He also directed Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic (2008) and Teri Meri Kahaani (2012), and produced Break Ke Baad (2010).In 2018, he made his debut in Telugu cinema with Next Enti, starring Tamannaah Bhatia.That same year, he also acted in his own production, Phir Se, which was one of the first Indian films to be released directly on Netflix.

After the pandemic, Kunal Kohli directed Lahore Confidential (2021) and Bobby Aur Rishi Ki Love Story (2025), both of which were released directly on OTT platforms.

Batwara 1947 FIRST song to release on July 21 ahead of August release

Batwara 1947 has become one of the most talked-about movies of the year.From its moving motion poster and strong character posters to its powerful first teaser, each release has made people more excited about this story about bravery, giving up everything, and being strong.The makers have now released a new exciting teaser that makes the story even more thrilling and gives a preview of a high-energy movie.Along with this, the first song from the film is going to be released tomorrow.

The teasers for Batwara 1947 have kept people interested, and now the film's first song is ready to be released.

As the buzz about the movie keeps growing, the makers are planning to unveil its first song tomorrow.This track is expected to bring a fresh musical feel to the movie and make the excitement even higher.

Batwara 1947 features a top group of actors including Shabana Azmi, Sunny Deol, Preity G Zinta, Karan Deol, Ali Fazal, and Abhimanyu Singh.

It is a much-anticipated reunion of Rajkumar Santoshi and Sunny Deol after almost thirty years.The movie is produced under Aamir Khan Productions and directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, who has won a National Award.The music is created by A.R.Rahman and the lyrics are written by Javed Akhtar.The film is produced by Aamir Khan and Aparna Purohit and is set for a global theatrical release on Partition Day, August 14, 2026.

3 Idiots returns to cinemas on September 4, 2026; NH Studioz seals landmark three-figure crore Vidhu Vinod Chopra Films catalogue acquisition

 Last year, to mark Aamir Khan's 60th birthday, a special film festival was held in cinemas, giving people a chance to watch some of his famous movies again, like Dangal, Lagaan, Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke, Raja Hindustani, Ghajini, Akele Hum Akele Tum, Andaz Apna Apna, Taare Zameen Par, Sarfarosh, Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar, Talaash, Fanaa, Dil Chahta Hai, Dil, PK, Dhoom 3, Rang De Basanti, Ghulam, Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak, Secret Superstar and Laal Singh Chaddha.

However, one of his most popular movies, 3 Idiots (2009), wasn’t part of that list.Now, source has learned that the Rajkumar Hirani-directed hit film is finally coming back to cinemas, thanks to NH Studioz.

  

A source told, "N H Studioz, led by Shri Narendra Hirawat and Shreyans Hirawat, has made one of the biggest deals in recent times by buying a large number of films from Vidhu Vinod Chopra Films.

The deal is said to be worth a very large amount, in the hundreds of crores."  

The Vidhu Vinod Chopra Films catalogue acquired by NH Studioz includes Parinda, 1942: A Love Story, Kareeb, Mission Kashmir, Munna Bhai MBBS, Parineeta, Lage Raho Munna Bhai, Eklavya: The Royal Guard, 3 Idiots, Ferrari Ki Sawaari, Broken Horses, Wazir, Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga and Shikara.

The source added, "As part of its plans, N H Studioz is preparing to bring back the iconic film 3 Idiots to cinemas with a special re-release on September 4, 2026, giving people a chance to watch one of India’s most loved movies on the big screen again."  

Interestingly, 3 Idiots will be shown during Teachers’ Day week, which makes sense because the film is all about student life.

The re-release also happens on the same day as Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s birthday, which is on September 5, the same day as Teachers’ Day.

Today, N H Studioz has one of the biggest film collections in India, with almost 5,000 movies in different languages.

The company is working hard to own, distribute and make more films.It is also planning to make a movie with Akshay Kumar and another big project with one of the top filmmakers in the industry.

Ramayana Delhi trailer launch: Shreya Ghoshal, A R Rahman and Hans Zimmer recorded Ram-Sita swayamvar song as Namit Malhotra celebrated his marriage anniversary

Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Ravi Dubey, director Nitesh Tiwari, producer Namit Malhotra, Kunal Kapoor, Rakul Preet Singh, Vivek Oberoi, Arun Govil, Ajinkya Deo, Shobhna, sitar player Rishab Rikhiram Sharma, Swami Ramdev, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta and others were at the big trailer launch of the movie Ramayana in Delhi.The event was hosted by Kumar Vishwas, who also played an important role in the film.He shared a very interesting story.

Kumar Vishwas started by saying, “We can forget any day, but not our marriage anniversary.

We can’t even work on that day.” He then joked with Swami Ramdev, who is unmarried, saying, “You haven’t experienced that feeling.You are very lucky!”

He continued, “A R Rahman, Hans Zimmer and I were all recording a song about Bhagwan Ram and Bhagwati Sita’s swayamvar.

Shreya Ghoshal, one of the greatest singers of our time, was singing the song.We found out that Namit bhai’s wife was coming to the studio sometime.We all thought she was coming to watch the recording.It was around 11 or 11:30 at night.When she arrived, she said, ‘It’s our marriage anniversary today.’ Namit said, ‘We are recording a song.Come to the studio.We will cut the cake and celebrate there.’ It’s another thing that the anniversary song was sung by the biggest singer of our time and the biggest musicians right now (smiles).”

Namit Malhotra, in his speech, said, “Kumar ji has been an important part of our journey.

There are 300 versions of Ramayana, so there are 300 points of view.We wanted to make sure we didn’t do anything that would hurt people’s feelings.That’s why we used to call Kumar ji and ask for guidance.”

Rishab Rikhiram Sharma made a good impression with his performance at the beginning.

Namit revealed, “Along with Hans Zimmer and A R Rahman, Rishab will also be contributing his talent to Ramayana.”

Ramayana is a two-part story.

The first part will release on Diwali 2026.The second part will come out on the big screen on Diwali 2027.