Ramayana to release in nearly 40 languages worldwide; Namit Malhotra and team mount an unprecedented overseas release

 Less than a month is left until the release of Ramayana, and the buzz is growing stronger each day.The makers recently confirmed that the highly anticipated movie will hit theatres around the world on November 5.They also shared that bookings for the film will start on Dussehra, which is on October 20.The team is working non-stop to make sure the film gets a huge launch in international markets.

A trade source told Bollywood Hungama, "Producer Namit Malhotra and the core team behind Ramayana are determined to make it the biggest release ever for an Indian film.

They have been planning for this for a long time.The film's promotion at CinemaCon 2026 and San Diego Comic-Con was a big part of that.Getting Sony Pictures to distribute it internationally was also a major milestone."

The source added, "To make the film accessible and enjoyable for people all over the world, Ramayana has been dubbed in nearly 40 languages.

This means viewers can watch the film in a language they understand without needing subtitles.This is the first time an Indian film has been dubbed on such a large scale.The full list of languages will be shared in a week or two."

Ramayana stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, Yash as Ravana, Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman and Ravie Dubey as Lakshman.

The film is directed by Nitesh Tiwari, known for Dangal (2016), and produced by Namit Malhotra.The music is composed by A R Rahman and Hans Zimmer.

The mythological story is being made as a two-part series, with the first part coming out in cinemas on November 5, 2026, during Diwali week.

The second part is planned for release during Diwali 2027.

Ramayana makers announce worldwide release of Part 1 on November 5, 2026 with new poster featuring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Ravie Dubey and Yash

Marking the start of Navratri with a big announcement, the creators of Ramayana released a new poster showing the main characters.Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi plays Sita, Ravie Dubey plays Lakshman, and Yash plays Ravana.They also said that the first part of the two-part movie will come out on November 5, 2026, around the world.They also said that advance bookings will start on Dussehra.

In the poster, Ranbir Kapoor as Rama is shown with Sai Pallavi as Sita and Ravie Dubey as Lakshman in the front, while Yash's Ravana is in the back, making a strong visual contrast between the main characters of the story.

On social media, the creators shared the news with a message that said, "On the special day of Navratri, we celebrate the start of a new era.

This is the beginning of the Ramayan era.Namit Malhotra's Ramayana Part 1: In cinemas worldwide, in all premium formats, from November 5.Advance bookings start on Dussehra."

Ramayana brings one of the most respected epics to the big screen.

Ranbir Kapoor is Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi is Sita, Yash is Ravana, Sunny Deol is Hanuman, and Ravie Dubey is Lakshman.The movie is directed by Nitesh Tiwari and made by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios with help from DNEG, an 8-time Oscar winner, and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations.The story is planned as a two-part movie.Part 1 will come out on November 5, 2026, and Part 2 will be released on Diwali 2027, in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam in India.The movie will be shown in IMAX format.Sony Pictures will handle the global release (excluding India), while Dharma Productions will take care of the Hindi-speaking audience.

Munawar Faruqui to launch new stand-up show Beedi in Dubai as Pati Patni Aur Panga 2 returns

Munawar Faruqui is getting ready for a busy weekend.He's taking his new stand-up show, Beedi, to Dubai for the first time as a live performance, and he's also hosting the second season of Pati Patni Aur Panga.Through these two projects, the comedian will connect with audiences in both live events and on television.

Even though Faruqui has performed in Dubai before, this show is the first time he will perform Beedi in front of a live audience there.

This marks the start of the next stage of the show, as he returns to a familiar place with a new set.At the same time, Pati Patni Aur Panga 2 will bring him back to television, where he'll meet celebrity couples and get involved in the conversations and situations that happen on the show.

Speaking about handling both projects, Faruqui said, "It's an exciting weekend for me.

I'll be in Dubai with Beedi, and even though I've performed there before, this is the first time I'm bringing this new show to a live audience, so that makes it special.Then Pati Patni Aur Panga is coming back, so I get to be on the other side, meeting these couples and being part of all their fun and chaos.The formats are very different, but I enjoy both because, at the end of the day, it's about connecting with people and making them laugh.So this weekend, people can choose to watch me on stage or on screen," Faruqui said.

These two engagements show the different formats Faruqui has been working in lately.

While stand-up comedy is still a big part of his career, he has also taken on acting, hosting, and reality TV roles, allowing him to work in both live and screen-based projects.

On the acting side, Faruqui recently made his debut in First Copy.

He is also working on Angadia, a project that features Mahesh Manjrekar.Alongside his acting and TV commitments, the comedian keeps performing across different cities as part of his comedy world tour.

With Beedi starting its live journey in Dubai and Pati Patni Aur Panga 2 coming back to TV, Faruqui is gearing up to connect with audiences through two different formats during the same weekend.

Kumar Taurani BREAKS silence on Vashu Bhagnani legal battle; reveals fallout after decades-old friendship: “Abhi thodi doori hai”; questions, “He filed case in a court located 200-300 kms from Patna. Wahaan jaane ki kya zaroorat hai aapko?

In May 2026, producer Vashu Bhagnani filed a legal case in Katihar, Bihar, saying that some songs from his movies were used without permission.The problem started because of recreated versions of the songs "Chunari Chunari" and "Ishq Sona Hai." Vashu Bhagnani claimed these songs were from his film Biwi No 1 (1999) and that the makers of Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai (2026) didn't have the right to use them.However, Tips, which made the film with Varun Dhawan, said they had all the rights to use the songs.Ramesh Taurani and Kumar Taurani, the brothers behind Tips, didn't speak much about the issue before, but they finally talked during an interview with Komal Nahta.

When asked about the conflict between producers and music companies over remixes and recreations, Kumar Taurani explained that the idea that producers should get some money from these recreations doesn't make sense.

He gave an example, saying, "Suppose I buy an M F Husain painting for Rs.1 crore.Tomorrow, I can sell it for Rs.2 crores or even rent it out.Why should I object if someone uses it?" 

He also spoke about Vashu Bhagnani, saying, "He gave a lot of interviews while we stayed quiet.

Firstly, these contracts were signed 20-25 years ago, and he never raised any issues before.Secondly, all our contracts clearly stated that in any legal dispute, Mumbai would be the place to go.Yet, he filed the case in Bihar, far from Patna.Why did he need to go there?Thanks to God's grace, we got relief from the High Court and Supreme Court.Now, everyone is telling him to fight the case in Mumbai if he has any problem."

Kumar added, "We had a long friendship with Vashu.

We brought him into the industry, and we made our first films together.Later, when he wanted to make films on his own, we supported him.We said, 'Go ahead, make your way.' " 

When asked if they are still on good terms with Vashu Bhagnani after all this, Kumar replied, "No.

Abhi thodi doori hai.What can we do?If he had a problem, he could have spoken to us directly."

Kumar also revealed that Vashu Bhagnani had accepted Tips as the rights holder of some songs just a few years ago, but changed his mind during the Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai issue.

He said, "He made a film called Coolie No 1 (2020), which was released directly on Amazon Prime Video.It had two songs from the original film of the same name.We were among the producers of the original film and held the music rights.He asked us to use the songs and we agreed."

Anand Pandit to offer scholarships to 1,000 students as part of celebrating the 84th birthday of Amitabh Bachchan

As Amitabh Bachchan turns 84 on October 11, producer Anand Pandit has announced a new project to honor the actor in a special way.Along with the Lotus Foundation, Pandit will give scholarships to 1,000 students as part of the celebration for the actor’s birthday.

The plans also include putting up posters in public places across Mumbai and showing birthday messages on movie screens all over India.

The program is meant to honor Bachchan’s long-lasting influence and the qualities like hard work, commitment, and excellence that have made him a big name in the world of acting.

Anand Pandit shared his feelings about the actor, saying, "Every year, I struggle to find the right words to express how much Amit Ji means to me, both as a person and as someone whose life has been impacted by movies.

What really inspires me is not just his work, but the way he approaches his job with such passion.The same fire we saw in 'Zanjeer' is still there.Even now, he brings the energy of a new actor, along with the wisdom of a seasoned pro." 

For Pandit, the scholarship is a way to bring that inspiration beyond the world of films and give it to the next generation.

He explained, "Amit Ji has shown us what dedication, resilience, and the ability to keep changing can bring.With this program, I hope to celebrate not only his legendary status but also the values he stands for.If his journey can encourage young people to chase their dreams with confidence, then that is a legacy worth remembering." 

This is not the first time Pandit has marked Bachchan’s birthday with special efforts.

On the actor’s 80th birthday in 2022, he promised meals for 8,000 kids and gave 800 hearing aids.The next year, he planted more than 8,100 trees and created the 'Amitabh Bachchan Grove.' 

This scholarship program will again mark Bachchan’s birthday with a gesture that focuses on education and helping society.

Drishyam The Conclusion Worldwide Box Office: Ajay Devgn starrer crosses Rs. 400 crore mark globally, collects Rs. 402.91 crore

Ajay Devgn's movie Drishyam The Conclusion has made over Rs.400 crore at the worldwide box office, which is a big achievement in its run.The total collection is now Rs.402.91 crore, making it one of the top-performing films of 2026.

The main part of the film's success comes from India.

Drishyam The Conclusion earned Rs.261.72 crore nett in India, with a total gross of Rs.311.57 crore.The overseas markets added Rs.91.34 crore, bringing the worldwide total to Rs.402.91 crore.

Reaching the Rs.400 crore mark is a big deal for this film, especially since it's still playing in theaters.The movie started strongly, earning Rs.174 crore in its first weekend.Then, it continued to collect money, helping it cross the latest milestone.

The performance also shows how strong the Drishyam series is.

Over the years, the franchise has built a big fan base thanks to its suspenseful story and the popularity of the main character, Vijay Salgaonkar.The latest movie is using that popularity to bring in more collections both in India and overseas.

With worldwide collections now at Rs.

402.91 crore, Drishyam The Conclusion has gone past the Rs.400 crore mark.How well it does in the coming days will depend on how well it keeps collecting money as it continues to play in cinemas.

Drishyam The Conclusion Worldwide Collections:  

India Nett: Rs.

261.72 cr  

India Gross: Rs.

311.57 cr  

Overseas: Rs.

91.34 cr  

Worldwide: Rs.

402.91 cr

Gunmaaster G9: Emraan Hashmi starrer gets a major overseas distribution boost ahead of November 27 release

Emraan Hashmi's film Gunmaaster G9 has made a new development in its distribution plans just before it is set to hit the theaters.Phars Films has bought the rights to show the movie in countries outside India.But the exact money details of this deal haven't been shared yet.The movie, directed by Aditya Datt, is all set to open in theaters around the world on November 27, 2026.

This news was shared by trade analyst Taran Adarsh on social media.

He wrote, "PHARS FILM ACQUIRES OVERSEAS THEATRICAL DISTRIBUTION RIGHTS OF 'GUNMAASTER G9'...#PharsFilm, one of the leading names in Overseas distribution, has acquired the Overseas theatrical distribution rights of #GunmaasterG9, starring #EmraanHashmi."

Phars Films is known for distributing movies in many international markets, including the Middle East.

This partnership with Gunmaaster G9 helps the film reach audiences outside India as the team works towards its planned release.

The overseas rights deal comes after PEN Marudhar joined as the film's all-India distributor.

With PEN Marudhar handling India and Phars Films taking care of overseas markets, the film is building up its distribution plan before the release.However, the financial terms of the overseas deal still remain private.

Teaser and Himesh Reshammiya collaboration add to the buzz around Gunmaaster G9

The news about the distribution comes as the film continues its promotional activities.

The release of the teaser and the first song, "Afsaana Banaaya Aapne," has given audiences a better idea of the movie.The song features Emraan Hashmi working with Himesh Reshammiya, adding a musical touch to the film's marketing.

With action, romance, and music as part of its appeal, Gunmaaster G9 is getting ready for its big release.

The overseas rights acquisition is another step in the film's journey towards a global release, but how it is received by audiences and how well it does at the box office will be known only after it comes out.

Cast, crew and release details

Gunmaaster G9 features Emraan Hashmi, Genelia D'Souza, Aparshakti Khurana, and Abhishek Singh.

The film is produced by Deepak Mukut, Hunar Mukut, and Sangeeta Ahir, and presented by Soham Rockstar Entertainment Pvt.Ltd.Directed by Aditya Datt, the action romance is produced by SRE Studio LLP.

The film is set to open in theaters worldwide on November 27, 2026.

Phars Films will handle its overseas distribution, while PEN Marudhar will take care of the Indian market.

As the release date gets closer, the film's distribution deals and promotional activities are expected to be important updates as Gunmaaster G9 gets ready to be seen by audiences in India and other countries.