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Villagers in Burhanpur dig for Mughal gold through the night after watching Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava

In a remarkable turn of events in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh, villagers embarked on a treasure hunt after watching the Bollywood film Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal. The film, which portrays historical events, led to widespread rumours that Mughal-era gold coins were buried near Asirgarh Fort. Motivated by these tales, locals began excavating fields with flashlights and metal detectors, hoping to unearth hidden treasures. The digging commenced around 7 PM and continued until 3 AM, with villagers working tirelessly through the night. This fervour was fueled by longstanding legends associating Asirgarh Fort with hidden riches. However, despite extensive efforts, no substantial evidence or treasures were discovered. Authorities intervened after videos of the excavation activities went viral on social media. The police issued warnings against unauthorized digging, emphasizing the potential dangers and legal implications of such actions. They urged the public not to be swayed by unfounded...

Yo Yo Honey Singh’s ‘Maniac’ faces legal challenge as Neetu Chandra files PIL over abusive content

Actress Neetu Chandra recently submitted a petition regarding the use of vulgar and explicit songs in Bollywood. The case is now set to be heard on March 28, 2025. On Friday, a hearing took place before a bench led by Acting Chief Justice of the Patna High Court, Ashutosh Kumar. The court requested the central government to clarify its position on the issue. It was noted that the case seemed to be a public interest litigation, which also highlighted concerns about the use of derogatory language and abusive remarks towards women in Bhojpuri songs. In the Public Interest Litigation (PIL), the petitioner claims that the song "Maniac" by Yo Yo Honey Singh, is filled with vulgar content. The song is said to depict women in an inappropriate manner, commercializing them by presenting them as objects for consumption. It further argues that women are portrayed as mere sex symbols in the song. The use of double entendre in the lyrics of the songs amplifies their vulgarity. This negat...

Radhika Apte to make her directorial debut with Kotya, an action fantasy film

Actor Radhika Apte is all set to step into the role of a director. Known for her performances in critically acclaimed films like Padman, Andhadhun, Monica O My Darling, and more, she will now make her directorial debut with an action fantasy film titled Kotya. The announcement was made as part of the CinéV-CHD Market lineup, alongside the second edition of India’s Cinevesture International Film Festival (CIFF), as reported by Variety. The lineup features 22 diverse projects from both established and emerging filmmakers. According to the report, Radhika Apte's film is a "Hindi/Marathi action-fantasy" that follows a young migrant sugarcane cutter who gains superpowers after undergoing a forced medical procedure. She then uses these powers to help free her family from debt. The feature film will be produced by filmmaker Vikramaditya Motwane. Other projects unveiled as part of the lineup include upcoming titles from notable names such as Hansal Mehta, Nandita Das, All We I...

EXCLUSIVE: Lagaan, Taare Zameen Par, Rang De Basanti, Dil Chahta Hai, PK to re-release in PVR Inox on Aamir Khan's 60th birthday; Half Girlfriend, Karz to also be back on the big screen; Sanjeev Kumar Bijli shares EXCITING details

The month of March might seem dry but PVR INOX has come up with interesting strategies to attract more footfalls. Apart from screening new releases like The Diplomat, Mickey 17, Snow White, Kingstone, The Day The Earth Blew Up, Kingston and above all, Sikandar, India’s biggest multiplex chain has also planned re-releases of exciting films. Sanjeev Kumar Bijli, Executive Director, PVR INOX Ltd, spoke exclusively with Bollywood Hungama about it and a lot more. Sanjeev Kumar Bijli began by saying, “The Oscar film festival will continue. We are highlighting the films that managed to win the Oscars. Unfortunately, Anora didn’t get a censor certificate and hence, it’s not going to come on the big screen in India. But apart from that, The Brutalist, Wicked, Conclave, A Real Pain etc. will continue to be screened at the cinemas. This Women’s Day, we are re-releasing Queen, Fashion and Highway. In fact, there are several re-releases th...

Border 2 producer Nidhi Dutta to welcome first child with Binoy Gandhi

Nidhi Dutta, the producer and writer behind the much-anticipated war drama Border 2, is reportedly set to embrace a new chapter in her personal life. Nidhi, the daughter of veteran filmmaker JP Dutta and actress Bindiya Goswami, tied the knot with Binoy Gandhi in December 2020 in a grand yet intimate ceremony attended by close family and friends. Now, nearly four years later, the news of their expanding family has brought smiles to fans and well-wishers alike. A report by Mid-Day quoted a source saying, “She announced her pregnancy on the set, and the unit couldn’t be happier. Her parents JP Dutta and Bindiya were over the moon! Interestingly, Bindiya was expecting their second child, Siddhi, during the making of Border [1997]. Nidhi wants to be a hands-on producer.” The source further added, “Being a woman producer on a war film isn’t easy, but having such examples will encourage more women. She is balancing the film and her pregnancy beautifully. The baby is due in July; by then, th...

Priyanka Chopra sells Mumbai apartments for Rs 13 crores: Report

Bollywood star Priyanka Chopra has sold several luxury apartments in Mumbai’s upscale Oberoi Sky Garden, Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri West. The transactions, registered on March 3, 2025, amounted to over Rs 13 crores. The properties were purchased by members of the Sachdeva family, as per official records accessed by IndexTap.com. The deals included multiple units, with the highest-value transaction involving two flats spanning 1,985 sq. ft., purchased by Rajini Trilok Sachdeva for Rs 6.35 crores, alongside a stamp duty payment of Rs 31.75 lakhs. Other buyers included Shruti Gaurav Sachdeva, who acquired a 1,075 sq. ft. unit for Rs 3.45 crores, and Sneha Dang Sachdeva, who purchased an 885 sq. ft. apartment for Rs 2.85 crores. Ronak Triloka Sachdeva secured a 1,100 sq. ft. flat for Rs 3.52 crores, with stamp duty payments varying accordingly. Each of these high-end residences includes designated car parking spaces, with per-square-foot rates ranging between Rs 31,990 and Rs 32,203. T...

Salman Khan – Atlee film in jeopardy! Two-hero project faces scheduling trouble due to conflicting dates with Rajinikanth

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, who enjoys a massive fan base across the nation, has recently been making headlines for his potential collaboration with director Atlee. Adding to the anticipation was also the buzz that Rajinikanth will be joining them in this mega-budget two hero project. However, much to the disappointment of fans, the latest update reveals the film has been put on the back burner. Earlier reports suggested that Atlee is in advanced talks with Salman Khan for a mega-budget, two-hero film, with Sun Pictures as the producer. The film is said to be a reincarnation-based period drama, similar in scale to Game of Thrones. However, according to recent reports, the project has now been put on back burner, leading to plenty of speculation. According to an independent industry source, “A6 with Salman Khan was always planned as a Two Hero Project and the intent was to rope in two top names from the North and South to justify the mammoth budget of Rs 650 crore. While Salman K...