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SCOOP: Sunny Deol’s Parshuram postponed indefinitely amid Nikhil Nagesh Bhat’s Hollywood commitment

For the last few months, reports have been circulating about Sunny Deol collaborating with Kill director Nikhil Nagesh Bhat on a large-scale action thriller, tentatively titled Parshuram. The film, backed by Madhu Mantena and Mythri Movie Makers, was expected to go on floors in October 2026. However, the project has now hit a roadblock and has been postponed indefinitely. Bollywood Hungama has learnt that Parshuram has been put on hold after Nikhil Nagesh Bhat moved ahead with his Hollywood directorial venture. The filmmaker, who earned widespread acclaim for raising the bar for action cinema in India with Kill, has signed on to direct Deadlocked, an action thriller for Amazon MGM Studios starring Academy Award winner Jamie Foxx. Bhat had been in discussions for a potential Hollywood collaboration for nearly two years, and the project has finally materialised, marking a significant milestone in his career. Bhat has already begun preparations for his Hollywood debut and is unlikely to ...
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Jiya Shankar is engaged! Actress introduces fiancé Kaaran Dhanak with emotional love story

Television and film actress Jiya Shankar is officially engaged. The Bigg Boss OTT 2 contestant took to social media on August 6 to announce her engagement to entrepreneur and corporate professional Kaaran Dhanak, sharing a series of romantic pictures from the special moment along with a heartfelt note about their long-distance love story. Jiya Shankar shares emotional note for fiancé Kaaran Dhanak Announcing the happy news, Jiya reflected on finding love when she least expected it and thanked Kaaran for standing by her through the highs and lows of life. She wrote, "So maybe it is true, you do find love when you least expect it but God really tested my patience here. It wasn't easy but somehow it still was. Every conversation with you even though you were thousands of miles away from me, felt like home." Describing how their relationship grew despite the distance, she added, "This journey wasn't easy but we chose each other every single day. You showed me the l...
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Netflix launches ‘India Storytelling Initiative’ to strengthen creative talent pipeline

Netflix has announced a major step towards strengthening India's creative landscape with the launch of the ‘Netflix India Storytelling Initiative’, reaffirming its long-term commitment to the country's growing entertainment industry. The announcement comes after Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos met Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to discuss the increasing global appeal of Indian stories and the company's continued investment in India's creative economy. Having worked with India's creative community for over a decade, Netflix has produced more than 200 Originals and filmed across over 100 locations in the country. Building on this foundation, the newly launched initiative aims to support the next generation of storytellers through a multi-phase investment focused on talent development. The programme will establish strategic collaborations with leading Indian institutions to equip aspiring creators with industry-relevant skills across the Animation, Visual E...
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SCOOP: Sanjay Leela Bhansali approaches Kareena Kapoor Khan for his Dhanush-starrer mytho-jungle adventure

Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Kareena Kapoor Khan have always remained on opposite sides of one of Bollywood's most talked-about professional fallouts. Their strained relationship dates back to the early 2000s when the actress screen-tested for Bhansali's landmark period romance Devdas, only to find out later that Aishwarya Rai Bachchan had bagged the role. A young Kareena felt cheated and vowed never to work with the director. Nearly two-and-a-half decades later, Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Kareena Kapoor Khan seem poised to bury the hatchet with a potential collaboration. Buzz in the industry suggests that Bhansali has approached the 3 Idiots actress for the female lead in his upcoming production headlined by Dhanush. The yet-untitled film features a powerful female character playing a parallel lead alongside Dhanush, and Bhansali is keen to get Kareena on board for the part. The actress is said to have shown interest but is yet to make a decision, with negotiations still underway...
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Saiee M Manjrekar begins shooting for new romantic drama in Italy; official announcement expected soon

Saiee M Manjrekar has reportedly commenced work on yet another project, adding to her growing slate of films across multiple industries. The actress is currently in Italy, where she has begun shooting for what is being described as a romantic drama, although an official announcement regarding the film is still awaited. According to sources, Saiee has travelled to the picturesque European country to begin the first schedule of the yet-untitled project. The film is said to be helmed by a debutant director and is expected to be extensively shot across scenic locations in Italy, with the story unfolding against a summer backdrop. While the makers have remained tight-lipped about the project, the development has sparked curiosity among fans eager to know more about the actress' next outing. Details regarding the film's cast, title and production banner are currently under wraps, with an official announcement expected in the coming days. A source close to the development shared, ...
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Vishesh Bhatt responds to Awarapan 2 clash with Sunny Deol’s Batwara 1947: “It's our fortune and luck that we get to share this release date with Sunny Deol”

With the trailer of Awarapan 2 set to launch on August 6, anticipation around Emraan Hashmi’s much-awaited sequel continues to grow. The film, which arrives in cinemas on August 14 during the Independence Day holiday weekend, will face competition from Sunny Deol’s Batwara 1947. Despite the high-profile box office clash, producer Vishesh Bhatt has expressed confidence and gratitude, saying the release date was chosen with audiences in mind rather than competition. Addressing the much-discussed clash, Vishesh Bhatt said, “We came on the date that seemed best. It's our first release coming into 14th August on a holiday and it's our fortune and luck that we get to share this release date with the legend Sunny Deol and and it's with a lot of humility we would like to bring the film on a holiday so more people can also come and watch this film.” #Awaarapan2 producer Vishesh Bhatt answers the question on the Independence Day clash with #Batwara1947. He says it's THEIR fortun...
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Malaika Arora buys Mahindra Thar Roxx worth nearly Rs. 28 lakhs

Malaika Arora has expanded her luxury car collection with the addition of a brand-new Mahindra Thar Roxx, a premium SUV priced at nearly Rs. 28 lakhs for its higher variants. A video of the actress taking delivery of the vehicle has surfaced on social media, capturing the special moment as she welcomed the SUV with a traditional puja ceremony outside her Mumbai residence. The clip, which has been widely shared by paparazzi accounts on Instagram, shows the Mahindra Thar Roxx arriving at Malaika's home. Surrounded by a small gathering, the actress is seen performing customary rituals before taking possession of the vehicle. The puja, a common practice followed during the purchase of new vehicles in India, is believed to seek blessings and protect against the evil eye before the vehicle is driven for the first time. The Mahindra Thar Roxx has emerged as one of the most sought-after SUVs in the country since its launch in 2024. Introduced as the five-door version of the iconic Thar, t...
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