Aneet Padda’s Shakti Shalini may shift to 2027 to avoid Shah Rukh Khan’s King clash: Report

Actress Aneet Padda, who became a big name in 2025 because of her role in Saiyaara, is now preparing for her next movie, Shakti Shalini. The film is part of the growing Maddock Horror Comedy Universe and has been getting a lot of attention from people who watch movies and those who work in the film industry. However, new reports suggest that the people making the film might delay its release to avoid a conflict with Shah Rukh Khan's highly anticipated movie, King.

There are reports that Aneet Padda's Shakti Shalini might be released in 2027 instead of 2026 to avoid clashing with Shah Rukh Khan's King.

 Originally, Shakti Shalini was planned to come out on December 24, 2026, the same day as King. This would have been a big event for moviegoers, as both films would be released around the same time during the Christmas season.

According to a recent report by Mid-Day, the people making Shakti Shalini are looking into moving the release date to early 2027.

 The report says that the film is in the final stages of production, with outdoor shooting still happening until May. The team is expected to finish the main filming by the end of the month and then move on to post-production and visual effects work.

A person close to the project told Mid-Day, "The idea is to finish the film properly and then spend enough time on the VFX.

 If everything goes as planned, they're looking at a January 2027 release."

Even though there hasn't been an official statement from the film's makers confirming the delay, the reported change is seen as a smart move.

 By releasing the film alone, the team can make the most of the movie's chances in theaters and avoid competing with a big star-driven film like King.

Right now, fans are waiting for an official announcement from the makers of Shakti Shalini about the final release date.

Vikram Malhotra REACTS to Aamir Khan and Pankaj Tripathi’s YouTube Pay-Per-View move; says, “We should understand the inherent strength of every medium"

The discussion about Pay-Per-View content on YouTube has become a major topic in the Indian entertainment industry in the last year. What started as an experimental idea has now attracted a lot of attention, especially after big names like Aamir Khan and Pankaj Tripathi chose this model for their projects.

In late 2025, Aamir Khan surprised everyone by releasing his film Sitaare Zameen Par on YouTube Pay-Per-View, breaking away from the usual theatrical and OTT release plans.
Soon after, Pankaj Tripathi joined the trend by launching Perfect Family, which became India’s first long-format web series under a YouTube pay model. The first three episodes were free, but viewers had to pay a small fee to watch the rest.

As the conversation around this new digital business model grows, Vikram Malhotra, founder and CEO of Abundantia Entertainment, talked about it in an exclusive interview.


When asked about exploring Pay-Per-View on YouTube, Vikram said that his company hasn’t found a project that naturally matches this model.
He explained, “We haven’t had any specific film or series that made us think about using a pay-per-view model on YouTube.”

But he also acknowledged YouTube as one of the biggest platforms in today’s entertainment world.
He called it a “King Kong” platform, saying it’s a huge force in content distribution and consumption.

Vikram added that the success of any project on YouTube depends on knowing how audiences behave and matching content to the right platform.
“I’d love to work with YouTube, but the content and the reason we put something on YouTube has to make sense,” he said.

He also pointed out the importance of understanding each medium’s strengths before choosing a paid or ad-supported model.
“We should know the strengths of each medium and decide what kind of content fits there. Will it be paid? Ad-supported? And what kind of life will it have?” he explained.

He also noticed that watching YouTube content on connected TVs and living room screens has become more common.
According to him, this trend could open up new opportunities for films and long-form stories on the platform.

At the same time, he raised a question about whether Indian audiences are ready to pay for high-quality YouTube content in large numbers.
“Are you asking YouTube subscribers to pay for content when their usual habit is to watch ad-supported stuff for free? These are the things we need to think about before choosing a platform like YouTube,” he concluded.

As the Indian entertainment industry keeps trying out new ways to distribute content, the next few years might show if YouTube Pay-Per-View can become a lasting alternative to traditional OTT platforms and movie theaters.

Pati Patni Aur Woh Do Box Office Collection

Pati Patni Aur Woh Do Box Office

INDIA BOX OFFICE COLLECTION

Schedule Amount

Opening Day 3.50 cr.

Lifetime Collection 8.90 cr.

DAY WISE BOX OFFICE COLLECTION

Day Date Amount %±

Day 1 15-May-2026 (Fri) ₹3.50 cr. N/A

Day 2 16-May-2026 (Sat) ₹5.40 cr. +54.29%

OVERSEAS BOX OFFICE COLLECTION

Schedule Amount (in mil. USD)

Total Overseas Gross 0.19

WORLDWIDE GROSS BOX OFFICE COLLECTION

Schedule Amount

India box office Nett cr. 8.90 cr.

India box office Gross cr. 10.6 cr.

Overseas Gross cr. 1.82 cr.

Worldwide collections Gross cr. 12.42 cr.

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Amid UAE ban and PIL controversy, Sanjay Dutt starrer Aakhri Sawal heads for special screening at Rashtrapati Bhavan today

In a big news story about one of the most talked-about movies of the year, the film "Aakhri Sawal" starring Sanjay Dutt is set to have a special screening at Rashtrapati Bhavan today, according to source This comes at a time when the movie is facing a lot of controversy. In the past few days, the film has been in the news because reports said it was banned in the UAE and there were also rumors that a petition was filed against the movie in India.

Despite the controversies around the film, the people making it seem to be moving forward with their plans.

 Those close to the situation say that preparations for the Rashtrapati Bhavan screening have been happening quietly in the recent days, though there's not much information about who will be attending.

"Aakhri Sawal" is directed as a serious social drama with an ensemble cast led by Sanjay Dutt.

 The film has already created a lot of interest due to its topic and the politically charged discussions it brings up. People in the film industry believe that the screening at Rashtrapati Bhavan could be a key moment in the film's journey. The fact that the movie is facing legal and censorship challenges, yet is getting a chance to be shown at such a prestigious place, has made people more curious about it.

Sources close to the situation told source that the preparation for the screening has been going on quietly.

 While details about who will be there are still a secret, the fact that the film is being shown at such an important place has already started discussions in both the film industry and political circles.

It's a tough situation to ignore.

 On one side, the film is facing resistance and legal issues; on the other, it's getting a high-profile platform at one of the country's most important institutions. This move is expected to make the debate around the film even stronger and could really boost interest among the audience as the film is about to come out.

Although the makers haven't talked about the UAE ban or the PIL controversy, people are still discussing "Aakhri Sawal" a lot on trade platforms and social media.

As Raja Shivaji is all set to FINALLY break Sairat’s 10-year record, experts congratulate Riteish Deshmukh: “Whenever he does a Marathi movie, he SHAKES up the box office”

The popular historical film Raja Shivaji, made by Jio Studios and Mumbai Film Company, has made Rs. 84.70 crores in just two weeks. Directed by Riteish Deshmukh and starring him in the main role, the film is doing well, and people in the trade and industry are excited to see if it will reach the Rs. 100 crore mark. Soon, it will cross the Rs. 90 crore mark, which means it will beat the ten-year-old record of Sairat (2016), and become the highest-grossing Marathi film ever.

Source talked to experts to know what Raja Shivaji's success means and how Marathi cinema can become more popular.

 Adinath Kothare, a famous actor and producer, said, "This is a big milestone. I want to congratulate Riteish Deshmukh for taking this big and brave step."

Taran Adarsh, a trade veteran, added, "Raja Shivaji is a big achievement for Riteish, especially for making a film like this.

 Topics like this can cause problems, but there have been no issues. People love the film, and that's shown in the box office numbers. Only Riteish could have made this happen!"

He also said, "We have started to accept Telugu cinema more because they have been dubbed in Hindi.

 Similarly, we need to accept stories from other regions. Raja Shivaji is a good example of that. Sairat was a great film by Nagraj Manjule. Riteish has already proven himself in Marathi cinema with Ved."

Shariq Patel, former CEO of Zee Studios and supporter of many Marathi films, said, "Such numbers help the whole industry.

 It gives people the courage to aim higher. Marathi cinema is known for quality and awards. So, this kind of success is excellent, especially if it breaks Sairat's record."

Ganesh Matkari, an author and film critic, shared, "This is a big box office milestone.

 Earlier films about Chhatrapati Shivaji only covered specific parts of his life. This film, Raja Shivaji, covers many events, which is new. I haven't seen the film, but I hear it shows Chhatrapati Shivaji in a different way than other films."

Industry people are hopeful for the future.

 Shariq Patel said, "After Ved's success, I talked to Riteish and asked us to invest more and make big hits in Marathi cinema. He is a superstar in Marathi, and I'm happy he made this iconic film. He doesn't do many Marathi films, but whenever he does, it makes a big difference. Hopefully, Marathi cinema will start seeing big numbers now."

Taran Adarsh said, "This is a very good sign for Marathi filmmakers who want to think big and go pan-India.

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Adinath Kothare said, "The success of Raja Shivaji will open many new doors for Marathi cinema.

 This film shows that we can dream big in Marathi cinema as well."

Highest Marathi Grossers of All Time:

1.

 Sairat - Rs. 90 cr  

2.

 Raja Shivaji - Rs. 84.70 cr (as of May 14)  

3.

 Baipan Bhari Deva - Rs. 76.05 cr  

4.

 Ved - Rs. 60 cr  

5.

 Natsmarat - Rs. 40 cr  

6.

 Lai Bhaari - Rs. 35.10 cr

Anupria Goenka to make her Cannes debut with Bombay Stories; reveals, “Proud of War and Tiger Zinda Hai; thoroughly enjoyed shooting for them…Dhurandhar was a fabulous film”

May is an important month for Anupria Goenka. Her movie, IIZ: Indian Institute Of Zombies, was released on May 15, which is her first time appearing in a movie theater after four years. She will end the month in a happy way as she celebrates her birthday on May 29. That's not the only reason to be excited. She also has another special event this month—she will make her first appearance at the Cannes Film Festival this year.

Anupria Goenka told source exclusively, "I am going to Cannes for the premiere of the film called Bombay Stories.

 It's being shown in the market section; it's not part of the official festival lineup. Still, this will be my first time visiting Cannes."

She added, "After that, I plan to travel around.

 I haven't visited much of Europe; I've only been to the UK. So, for my birthday this year, I want to do something different and visit other countries (smiles)."

She also shared, "I will leave for Cannes on May 18, after IIZ: Indian Institute Of Zombies releases on May 15.

 Wish me luck (smiles)!"

Anupria on YRF Spy Universe

Anupria Goenka has been part of two successful films from the YRF Spy Universe—Tiger Zinda Hai (2017) and War (2019).

 The franchise has come under scrutiny after the release of another spy film, Dhurandhar (2025) and its sequel, Dhurandhar The Revenge (2026).

When asked about the criticism towards the YRF Spy Universe, Anupria said, "I don't know much about it.

 The way I live and work, I don't really find out what's happening. I am very proud of both War and Tiger Zinda Hai and I really enjoyed shooting for them. I also liked watching Pathaan (2023). For me, War and Tiger Zinda Hai were beautiful, fun movies. Dhurandhar, on the other hand, is a different kind of entertaining film. There should be space for everything. Everyone has their own taste in movies. I really enjoyed Dhurandhar and felt it was a great film. I'm happy that such work is being done in India. At the same time, I have a lot of respect for War and Tiger Zinda Hai, not just because I was part of them, but also because I loved them as a viewer."

Alia Bhatt CONFIRMED to lead Tumbbad 3 with Sohum Shah; actress to make an extended cameo in Tumbbad 2

Alia Bhatt is considered one of the most talented actresses in Indian cinema. While her upcoming movie is the Sanjay Leela Bhansali film Love and War, it has been revealed that she has already started shooting for another project. Reliable sources say that Alia is filming a 15-day cameo in the sequel of Tumbbad, titled Tumbbad 2, which is currently in production.

"A source close to the project told source that Alia is doing a 15-day extended cameo in Tumbbad 2, and her character is very important to the story.

 Also, her character will continue in the third film, which will be the final part of the Tumbbad trilogy. Tumbbad 2 will introduce Alia Bhatt as the main character of Tumbbad 3, along with Sohum Shah," the source said.

Alia is expected to finish shooting for Tumbbad 2 by the end of May and then move on to work on Love and War.

 "Love and War will start again in June and will be completed by August 2026. The Sanjay Leela Bhansali film is set for a release on Republic Day 2027," the source added.

Regarding Tumbbad 3, the film will start production right after the release of Tumbbad 2, and Alia's inclusion has made the trilogy even more exciting.