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Mithoon reunites with Mohit Suri for the next Ahaan Panday - Aneet Padda starrer; composer begins work on intense love story

The much-awaited collaboration between filmmaker Mohit Suri and composer Mithoon is set to continue with a new romantic project starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. The upcoming film, backed by Yash Raj Films, has already generated strong buzz, and the latest update about Mithoon joining the team has only heightened excitement among music lovers. Known for creating some of Bollywood’s most iconic romantic soundtracks, Mithoon has officially come on board the yet-untitled project, which is currently in the pre-production stage. The film is being backed by Akshaye Widhani, CEO of Yash Raj Films, who was also associated with Saiyaara. According to a source close to the development, the composer has already started work on the music for the film. “It is going to be an intense love story with YRF, and the music will reflect that emotional depth. There’s also buzz that the team is keen on introducing a new voice with this album,” the source revealed. The Mohit Suri-Mithoon partnership h...

Shah Rukh Khan’s manager Pooja Dadlani buys Rs.38 crores sea-facing apartments in Bandra

Pooja Dadlani, Shah Rukh Khan’s longtime manager and one of the most trusted members of his inner circle, has reportedly made a major real estate investment in Mumbai. According to property registration documents reviewed by CRE Matrix, Dadlani and her family have purchased three luxury sea-facing apartments in Bandra for a combined value of Rs.38.21 crores. The reported purchase has quickly become one of the most talked-about celebrity property deals of the year. The apartments are located in an upscale redevelopment project on Carter Road, one of Mumbai’s most sought-after residential stretches known for its premium sea-facing properties and celebrity residents. As per the reports, the ownership of the three apartments has been divided between Pooja Dadlani, her husband Hitesh Prakash Gurnani, and her father Mohan Seoram Dadlani, with one unit registered in each of their names. The homes are situated on one of the higher floors of a building named Varun, which is being developed by...

BREAKING: Michael ends on a surprising note; Michael Jackson biopic hints at Part 2

The exciting Hollywood musical, Michael, based on the life of Michael Jackson, will have paid previews starting tonight, Thursday, April 23, with a full-fledged release on Friday, April 24. The film is set to rock the box office, including in India. Interestingly, fans who would venture to watch the biopic will be in for a surprise. This is because the film ends with the promise of a sequel. Michael ends at a decisive point in Michael Jackson’s life. The text ‘His Story Continues’ appears on the screen, followed by the end credits. This strongly indicates that a potential sequel could be in the offing, though the film was not initially planned as a two-part story. Two weeks before Michael’s release, Adam Fogelson, the Chair of Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, told The Hollywood Reporter, “This first movie stops well short of telling the full story of Michael Jackson. There is a lot of amazing music in this catalogue that this part of the story doesn’t get to. So, we have said that the...

Anurag Kashyap, Nikkhil Advani, Vikramaditya Motwane, Vasan Bala-backed Dug Dug locks May 8 India release

Filmmaker Ritwik Pareek’s comedy mystery satire Dug Dug is set to release in Indian theatres on May 8 following a widely appreciated run across international film festivals. The film now has the backing of filmmakers Anurag Kashyap, Nikkhil Advani, Vikramaditya Motwane and Vasan Bala, who have come on board as executive producers ahead of its India release. Inspired by true events, Dug Dug follows a strange development in a village where a deceased man’s motorbike begins to be worshipped after locals believe it can grant wishes if devotees pray to it and offer alcohol. As reports of wishes being fulfilled spread, the belief gradually turns into a full-fledged commercialised religion. The feature is produced by Bottle Rocket Pictures, led by Prerna Pareek and Ritwik Pareek, and will be released theatrically in India in association with Ranjan Singh’s Flip Films. Speaking about the film, Anurag Kashyap said, “I was blown away by Dug Dug, its storytelling, cinematography and music. It ...

Is Deepika Padukone’s screen time in Allu Arjun starrer Raaka reduced after she announced her second pregnancy? Here’s what we know

Allu Arjun’s Raaka has been the talk of the town right from the word go. Recently, the first look of the movie came out, and it added to the ongoing buzz. However, amid all the cheers, there were rumours that Deepika Padukone’s role had been reduced in the movie. Shutting down such claims, team Raaka confirmed that things are going as planned, and the actress continues to be a pivotal part of the project. Raaka team shuts down baseless rumours regarding Deepika Padukone's reduced role. This comes amid some recent reports suggesting that the actress may not be a part of the film or that her role could be reduced. These claims have been dismissed, with the Raaka team terming them completely baseless rumours. "Everything is moving as planned. Deepika Padukone plays a crucial role in Raaka, and the shoot is unfolding seamlessly with great energy on set," confirms the movie's team. In addition to the team's confirmation, recently, media reports also mentioned that D...

SCOOP: Abhay Pannu signed to direct the FIRST HORROR film in the history of Yash Raj Films

India's leading production house Yash Raj Films (YRF) has signed filmmaker Abhay Pannu to direct a horror film for the studio. Pannu, best known for creating the critically acclaimed series Rocket Boys, has also developed the script for the project, which is scheduled to go on floors later in 2026. The yet untitled project will mark the first-ever horror film to be produced by Yash Raj Films in the last 50 years. "Yash Raj Films have made films all across the genres except for horror. Come 2027, and the banner will step into the horror space with a feature film directed by Abhay Pannu. YRF CEO, Akshaye Widhani, facilitated this conversation and the collaboration, as he gave the confidence to Aditya Chopra to explore the uncharted domain of horror for the first time in the ever-so-evolving world of cinema," a source shared with Bollywood Hungama. Post the success of Saiyaara, YRF, under the leadership of CEO Akshaye Widhani, has been actively engaging with a new generati...

EXCLUSIVE: Vikram Bhatt reveals why Haunted - Ghosts Of The Past was renamed as Haunted - Echoes Of The Past: "You can't make a ghost film without believing in superstition"

Vikram Bhatt struck gold with Haunted 3D (2011). It’s a film that kick-started the 3D trend in Bollywood and became a sleeper hit at the box office. Hence, there are high expectations for the next film in this franchise, which is set to release on June 12. Interestingly, the film was earlier titled Haunted – Ghosts Of The Past. As per the motion poster that dropped yesterday to announce the release date, the film was renamed to Haunted – Echoes Of The Past. Bollywood Hungama exclusively spoke to director Vikram Bhatt about this aspect. This was probably the director’s first interaction with the media after he faced a major personal turmoil in his life. Vikram Bhatt told Bollywood Hungama, “The Haunted films are not just about ghosts. At its heart, it’s a poignant love story. Meanwhile, the film was getting delayed for some reason or another and also, I had to face incarceration. A very close friend of mine said that this is probably happening due to the word ‘Ghost’ in the title. He t...