Delhi HC dismisses Vimal Elaichi maker’s plea against FDA notices to Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, Tiger Shroff

The Delhi High Court has rejected a request from PB Agro LLP, the company that makes Vimal Elaichi, which questioned notices sent by the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, and Tiger Shroff.These notices were related to claims that the advertisements for Vimal Elaichi were misleading.

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma stated that the company’s request was not suitable for the Delhi High Court because it did not have the correct jurisdiction.

The court said that the Maharashtra courts would be a better and more convenient place for the company to deal with these notices, based on the principle of forum conveniens.

What is the Vimal Elaichi case?

PB Agro LLP went to the Delhi High Court after the Maharashtra FDA sent notices to actors who appeared in Vimal Elaichi advertisements.

The company stated that it uses well-known actors to promote its cardamom product under the Vimal brand and claims that its endorsement agreements and ad campaigns follow the law.

In the request, the Maharashtra FDA claimed that the Vimal Elaichi ads were similar to the promotion of Vimal Pan Masala, a product that is not allowed in Maharashtra.

The regulator asked the actors in the ads to provide proof that Vimal Elaichi is a different product from the banned pan masala products.

The notices also asked the actors to stop the campaign and remove the related ads from digital platforms.

PB Agro challenged notices issued to brand ambassadors.

The company told the court that the August 11 notice was only sent to the actors, not to PB Agro itself.

The company’s lawyer said that the company would be directly affected if the Maharashtra regulator took action.The petitioner also said that it was not given a chance to explain its side before the notices were sent.

The company therefore asked the Delhi High Court to stop the regulatory actions.

However, the court refused the request because of the issue with the court’s jurisdiction.

Contrary to recent reports, no CBFC relief yet for Salman Khan’s Maatrubhumi

 Since yesterday, September 14, there have been some online reports saying that Salman Khan's movie Maatrubhumi might be coming out soon.Some social media pages said the film could be shown to the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) next week.This made people hopeful that the war movie, which has been waiting since the start of the year, might finally get approved for a cinema release.

However, an exclusive report says that things are not as good as the recent reports suggest.

There has been no update about the CBFC screening yet.A source told source, "I really wish these reports were true.But with a heavy heart, I have to say there's still no news about the CBFC screening.The film is still stuck because of its connection with China." 

The source added, "The makers are doing their best to find a solution and are talking to the right government officials.

Once they find a solution, the CBFC will approve the film, and then Maatrubhumi will be released in theaters.This might happen in a few days or weeks, or it might take longer.But right now, the situation hasn't changed for Maatrubhumi."

In July, Bollywood Hungama reported that Maatrubhumi might be delayed until 2027.

A few days after the article became popular online, the makers released a new poster confirming that the film would be shown in cinemas in 2026.When asked whether the war film would be released this year or next, the source said, "As we said before, it all depends on when the issues are resolved.If the problem is solved soon, the makers will try to release the film in theaters in 2026 itself, though there aren’t enough slots available.Otherwise, it will move to 2027."

Maatrubhumi was originally called Battle Of Galwan and was renamed earlier this year.

The film is based on the 2020 conflict between India and China.With relations between the two countries improving recently, the Ministry of Defence had some concerns about certain parts of the film.In April, Bollywood Hungama was the first to report that the word "China" might not be used in the film.The report spread quickly and became one of the most talked-about film stories online this year.

Don’t Be Shy Trailer: First Love, old friendships and messy choices take centre stage in Alia Bhatt and Shaheen Bhatt’s production

Prime Video has released the trailer for its upcoming original movie, *Don’t Be Shy*, a young adult romantic comedy.The story focuses on themes like friendship, first love, heartbreak, and the challenges of early adulthood.The film features new actors Aarushi Bajaj, Piyush Khati, Bianca Arora, and Ansh Duggal in the main roles, along with established names like Kunaal Roy Kapur, Anurag Basu, Neha Dhupia, and Anju Alva Naik in important roles.

The trailer introduces Shyamili “Shy” Das, played by Aarushi Bajaj, as a young woman whose carefully planned life takes an unexpected turn.

As she tries to get back on track, she finds herself dealing with complicated feelings for Mayank, played by Piyush Khati, and her estranged childhood friend Dhruv, played by Ansh Duggal.

The arrival of Tara, played by Bianca Arora, adds another layer to Shy’s challenges.

What starts as a chance to fix things soon leads to a series of new situations, relationships, and tough decisions, setting up the film’s romantic comedy storyline.

Writer and director Sreeti Mukerji shared her thoughts about the film, saying, “*Don’t Be Shy* came from a place of missing the movies I used to watch growing up—movies I still go back to for comfort and entertainment.

This is my tribute to that time in our lives when we're on the edge of adulthood but still young in many ways.It's about the feeling that no matter how strange or wild life gets, we can always find our way back to ourselves.I’m really thankful to Alia and Shaheen for trusting me to write this story and helping bring it to life.Of course, none of it would have been possible without Prime Video for believing in the story and me, and the amazing cast of Aarushi, Ansh, Bianca, and Piyush, who made the characters come to life.I can’t wait for audiences around the world to meet the characters on September 25!”

Aarushi Bajaj said, “Playing a character so different from who I am was both challenging and exciting.

Stepping into Shy’s shoes pushed me out of my comfort zone in the best way.Playing the role of Shy also felt like a big responsibility.I wanted to give her everything I had and do justice to her journey.I can’t wait for audiences to finally meet her and experience the world through her eyes.”

Bianca Arora said, “My character has a very different way of seeing things, and that’s what made this role so much fun for me.

Tara almost felt like she gave me permission to be my most expressive self on camera, and I found a lot of joy in discovering that side of her and myself.After everything we’ve put into *Don’t Be Shy*, I’m beyond excited for audiences to finally watch it.”

For Ansh Duggal, this is his first film.

He said, “It feels surreal to know that my very first film is going to be watched by people around the world.I’m nervous, excited, and just incredibly grateful for starting this journey with *Don’t Be Shy*.It’s a feeling I won’t ever forget.”

Piyush Khati said, “Mayank is a character with so many layers, and getting into his shoes was both a challenge and a really fun exercise.

I found little parts of myself in him that surprised me along the way.”

What makes this movie even more special is the journey we've all been on together.

We started as four new people learning everything as we went, and now we're seeing our film ready for the world to watch.

Written and directed by Sreeti Mukerji, the film is produced by Alia Bhatt and Shaheen Bhatt under Eternal Sunshine Productions.

Don't Be Shy will be shown on Prime Video in Hindi with English subtitles across India and over 240 countries and regions around the world on September 25, 2026.

Abhishek Pathak opens up on 12-year Drishyam journey: “Filmmaking is intense, and my wife kept me sane”

Creating a successful movie requires careful planning, a strong story, and steady work.For director Abhishek Pathak, the journey of the Drishyam series has also been influenced by the support of his family and his belief in good luck.

Abhishek Pathak talks about his 12-year journey with Drishyam: "Making movies is tough, and my wife helped me stay calm."  

As Drishyam The Conclusion is about to come out in theaters, Pathak recently shared thoughts on the 12-year journey of the series and how his personal life has changed along the way.

While the series is famous for its suspense, writing, and twists, the director sees things from a more personal angle, especially the support he has received from his wife, Shivaleeka Oberoi.

At the trailer event, Pathak talked about the series and the personal moments he experienced during the journey.

He said, "This is a 12-year journey.I don't think anyone imagined we would be here after 12 years completing part 3.I am 39 now.In part 2, I married Shivaleeka, and now in part 3, I have a daughter.I became a father.It's emotional, and Shivaleeka has been with me since Drishyam 2, giving me peace and support.Making movies is intense, and she helped me stay sane.It's a long and meaningful journey."  

Pathak's words show how the personal side of working on a long-running series has shaped his life.

As he returned to the Drishyam world for the third movie, his life outside of filmmaking also changed, with marriage and fatherhood becoming important parts of the journey.

He also thanked Shivaleeka for her presence and support, which helped him deal with the stress of making movies.

For Pathak, making the Drishyam films has been closely tied to the changes in his personal life.

With Drishyam The Conclusion set to continue the story, Pathak now looks back on a franchise that has been a part of both his professional and personal life for over a decade.

The film is set for a theatrical release on October 2, 2026.

Daayra marks Kareena Kapoor Khan’s TENTH film to receive ‘A’ rating from CBFC; Kunal Kemmu’s Vibe also gets adult certificate

It seems like this is the year of adult films.After movies like Dhurandhar The Revenge, Mirzapur, Cocktail 2, Batwara 1947, O'Romeo, Assi, Bandar, and others, the two major Hindi films coming up next week also received an 'A' rating from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

Daayra, starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran, was approved by the CBFC today, September 11, with an 'A' rating.

The film is 143 minutes and 16 seconds long, which is 2 hours, 23 minutes, and 16 seconds.It is an investigative thriller directed by Meghna Gulzar.

Daayra is Kareena Kapoor Khan's tenth film to be rated for adults only.

Her previous films with an 'A' rating include Ajnabee (2001), Chameli (2003), Dev (2004), Omkara (2006), Kurbaan (2009), Heroine (2012), Udta Punjab (2016), Veere Di Wedding (2018), and The Buckingham Murders (2024).

Meanwhile, Vibe also received an 'A' rating from the CBFC today.

The film is an adult-only release.According to the CBFC website, Vibe is 145 minutes and 55 seconds long, or 2 hours, 25 minutes, and 55 seconds.

Vibe is directed and starred by Kunal Kemmu.

Other actors in the film include Preity G Zinta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Vanshika Dhir, Dinesh Lal Yadav (Nirahua), and Yashpal Sharma.Vibe is Preity G Zinta's second film since she came back to acting.Her previous film, Batwara 1947, released last month and also got an 'A' rating.

An industry insider said, "Daayra's 'A' rating makes sense as the film deals with a subject that is for adult and mature audiences.

However, Vibe looks like a fun entertainer that adults and even kids and teens can enjoy.It seems to be in the same style as Kunal Kemmu's previous directorial, Madgaon Express (2024), which was given a U/A rating.So, its adult certification might come as a surprise to many."

Both Daayra and Vibe are set to release in cinemas on September 18.

Haiwaan Day One Box Office Estimate: Saif Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar starrer has a Disastrous opening; collects approx Rs. 3 cr. on Friday

The movie Haiwaan, starring Saif Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar, is ending its run at the box office with a very poor start in India.Early numbers show that the film earned between Rs.2.75 crore and Rs.3.25 crore, which is way below even the most cautious predictions.

Haiwaan hasn't performed well across all regions, and the only reason it has made any money is because of the fame of its lead actors.

The trailers gave some hints that the movie might not do well, but even then, no one expected such a weak opening.This is also the first time Akshay Kumar is working with director Priyadarshan since their successful film Bhooth Bangla.

The national chains collected around Rs.

1.90 crore on the first day, which is a very bad result.The opening is similar to that of movies like Selfiee and Sarfira, which are not good signs.Surprisingly, Haiwaan is one of the worst openings of the year, even though it had a big budget and strong star power.

There might be a slight increase in earnings on Saturday and Sunday, but the opening is considered a failure.

Are Saif Ali Khan and Triptii Dimri in talks for Kamal Aur Meena? Director Siddharth P. Malhotra CLARIFIES: “Stop the speculation”

Filmmaker Siddharth P.Malhotra's upcoming biopic about Meena Kumari, titled Kamal Aur Meena, has once again been in the news because of reports about who might be cast in the film.It is said that Saif Ali Khan and Triptii Dimri are in advanced talks to play Kamal Amrohi and Meena Kumari, respectively.However, Malhotra has made it clear that these casting details are not official yet.

In response to the reports, the filmmaker expressed gratitude for the interest in the project but asked the media and fans to wait for an official announcement.

He explained that the team is still working on finalizing the cast and other details of the film.

"Absolutely touched and delighted by the love and interest around Kamal Aur Meena.

But a humble request to the media: please stop the speculation and unconfirmed reports," Malhotra said.

The director added that the team will share the cast, studio and other details once all the necessary agreements are in place.

He also warned that false information could harm the film and those involved in it."Unnecessary conjecture doesn't help the film, the actors or the studios involved," he added.

Are Saif Ali Khan and Triptii Dimri in talks for Kamal Aur Meena?

Director Siddharth P.Malhotra CLARIFIES: "Stop the speculation"

Saif Ali Khan and Triptii Dimri reportedly in talks for Kamal Aur Meena?

According to the latest updates, Saif Ali Khan and Triptii Dimri are being considered for the main roles of Kamal Amrohi and Meena Kumari.

The reported pairing has created a lot of excitement, especially because the real-life characters they are portraying are well-known figures.

Kamal Aur Meena is based on the relationship between Meena Kumari and Kamal Amrohi, who were married and worked together as a team.

The project has been in the works, and there has been a lot of curiosity about who will take on the roles of the famous actress and filmmaker.

Before the latest reports about Triptii Dimri, Kiara Advani was also linked to the project.

There were reports that she was being considered for the role of Meena Kumari.