The much-awaited Sandeep Reddy Vanga directorial SPIRIT has found its female lead — and it’s none other than rising star Triptii Dimri. In a major casting announcement that’s generating excitement across the industry, producer Bhushan Kumar and the team behind the film have officially confirmed that Triptii will be seen opposite Prabhas in this ambitious pan-world action drama.

This marks the first-ever on-screen collaboration between Prabhas and Triptii Dimri, a pairing that fans are already calling fresh, promising, and high on chemistry. Known for her striking performances in films like Bulbbul, Qala, and more recently Animal, Triptii’s addition to the cast has added a new layer of intrigue to the already buzzy project.

Interestingly, SPIRIT also reunites Triptii with the Animal team — director Sandeep Reddy Vanga, producer Bhushan Kumar of T-Series, and co-producer Pranay Reddy Vanga. Their earlier collaboration proved to be both a commercial and critical success, with Triptii receiving widespread acclaim for her impactful role. The actress expressed her happiness on social media as she joined the team and said, “Still sinking in…. ?? So grateful to be trusted with this journey???? Thank you @sandeepreddy.vanga ..honoured to be a part of your vision.”

 

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Meanwhile, Bollywood Hungama had exclusively earlier reported the reason why Deepika Padukone, who was the original choice of leading lady in the film, walked out of the film. “Sandeep Reddy Vanga got the shock of his life when Deepika Padukone refused to shoot for more than 6 hours a day for Spirit. That’s not all, the actress, via her agency, also started to demand an amendment to the contract. Their point of contention was simple – if the shoot extends beyond 100 days, Deepika will have to be paid extra for every single day of shoot beyond the commitment on paper,” a source had informed us.

Backed jointly by T-Series and Bhadrakali Pictures, SPIRIT is envisioned as a grand-scale pan-world entertainer. While details of the film are kept under wraps, earlier reports suggested that Prabhas, who will headline the project, plays a fierce, intense cop — a role that’s expected to be both physically demanding and emotionally layered.

SPIRIT is currently in the pre-production phase and is scheduled to go on floors in 2025. The actor-director duo of Prabhas and Sandeep Reddy Vanga has already raised considerable curiosity, and with the addition of Triptii, the project is shaping up to be one of the most exciting upcoming films in Indian cinema.

Also Read: Sandeep Reddy Vanga vs Deepika Padukone: Spirit deal collapses after EXPLOSIVE fallout over contract; Prabhas film to be recast

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In an unexpected development, the teaser of Param Sundari, the much-anticipated cross-cultural romantic comedy starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor, has been leaked online ahead of its official digital release. The film, which explores the cultural clash and chemistry between a lively Punjabi man and a South Indian girl-next-door, has already piqued curiosity thanks to its fresh pairing and vibrant first-look posters launched last year.

Just a day ago, news broke that Maddock Films was gearing up to launch the teaser of Param Sundari in theatres alongside the screening of Bhool Chuk Maaf. However, the situation took an unfortunate turn when the teaser footage was allegedly pirated by viewers who recorded it on mobile phones during its theatrical preview. The teaser has yet to be released on any official digital platforms, making this leak a major concern for the makers.

While Maddock Films has remained tight-lipped about the leak, the teaser’s early exposure has sparked both excitement and disappointment among fans. The pirated clips, which are now circulating across several social media and file-sharing platforms, offer a glimpse into the quirky romantic energy between Sidharth and Janhvi, whose chemistry is being touted as one of the highlights of the film.

Audience reaction on #ParamSundari teaser❤️#JanhviKapoor #SidharthMalhotra pic.twitter.com/3zYjdLpiJt
— Janhvi Kapoor Universe (@JanhviKUniverse) May 23, 2025

Adding to the drama, Bhool Chuk Maaf, the film with which Param Sundari’s teaser was shown, has found itself embroiled in a separate controversy. Originally slated for a theatrical release, the Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi-starrer was suddenly announced as a direct-to-OTT premiere. The move reportedly came in response to ongoing sensitive political tensions between India and Pakistan, raising questions and concerns from certain industry circles.

While Bhool Chuk Maaf heads for streaming within two weeks of its theatrical release much to the dismay of theatre owners, the leak of Param Sundari’s teaser has put Maddock Films in a challenging spot. Fans are now waiting eagerly for the official release of the teaser across digital platforms, hoping to watch it in better quality and in its intended form.

As the buzz around both films intensify, industry insiders are calling for stricter measures to curb piracy, especially at theatrical events.

Also Read: Param Sundari’s first look to premiere in theatres alongside Bhool Chuk Maaf release

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Diljit Dosanjh’s long-time manager Sonali Singh is no longer working with him anymore. In fact, the last time they were seen together was when they were meeting Will Smith in Los Angeles in first week of April.

After that, she no longer with him and wasn’t even seen during a big event in his life – the MET Gala in May, where she would usually be posting behind the scenes footage of the ongoing activities and officially all the posts on her handle. But none of that happened and for the last month has been only posting spiritual posts and stories with her family on social media. On further noticing, she has stopped following Diljit on social media as well.

The reason for the fallout we got to know is that she misrepresented him in various ways and the issue arose when Diljit got to know about the financial irregularities and mismanagement.

Diljit has informed all dealing with him to start dealing with his new manager going forward.

Also Read: Boney Kapoor refutes claims on Diljit Dosanjh’s exit from No Entry 2 due to creative differences; says, “That is absolutely false”

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Veteran actor Mukul Dev passed away on Friday night, May 23, 2025, in Delhi at the age of 54. The cause of his death hasn’t been disclosed yet. Renowned for his versatile performances across Hindi, Punjabi, and South Indian films, as well as television, Dev’s demise marks a significant loss to the Indian entertainment industry.

Born on September 17, 1970, in New Delhi, Mukul Dev began his acting career in 1996 with the television serial Mumkin and made his film debut later in the year in Dastak, where he starred alongside Sushmita Sen. Over the years, he became known for his roles in films like Yamla Pagla Deewana, Yamla Pagla Deewana 2, Son of Sardaar, R… Rajkumar, Jai Ho, etc.

Rest in peace my brother #MukulDev ! The time spent with you will always be cherished and #SonOfSardaar2 will be your swansong where you will spread joy and happiness to the viewers and make them fall down laughing ! pic.twitter.com/oyj4j7kqGU
— Vindu Dara Singh (@RealVinduSingh) May 24, 2025

Dev’s demise has left the film fraternity and fans in shock. Actor Vindu Dara Singh paid tribute, recalling their time together on the sets of Son of Sardaar 2 while sharing a video. Neil Nitin Mukesh too put up an emotional post on the passing away of the actor.

Really upset with the sad news of dear Mukul leaving us so soon. A powerhouse performer and a lovely person. My deepest condolences to @RahulDevRising @mugdhagodse267 and the entire family. God be with you all during these tough times. ????????????????????????. Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/48ARopc9vk
— Neil Nitin Mukesh (@NeilNMukesh) May 24, 2025

Mukul Dev was the younger brother of actor Rahul Dev. Before venturing into acting, he trained as a pilot at the Indira Gandhi Institute of Aeronautics in Chandigarh. His diverse career spanned over two decades, during which he left an indelible mark on both the big and small screens.
An official statement from his family is awaited. As the industry mourns the loss of a talented artist, Mukul Dev’s contributions to cinema and television will be remembered fondly by colleagues and audiences alike.

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Bollywood’s Mr. Perfectionist, Aamir Khan, has once again chosen substance over spectacle. In a heartfelt move that reflects his deep-rooted commitment to meaningful cinema, Aamir has developed and shot a three-hour documentary focusing on the special needs artists featured in his upcoming film Sitaare Zameen Par.

This documentary is far more than just a behind-the-scenes look. It is a standalone narrative, spotlighting the personal journeys, daily struggles, and extraordinary resilience of the specially abled cast members who play integral roles in the film. Through intimate interviews, observational footage, and real-life moments, the documentary aims to celebrate their talents while fostering a deeper understanding of their lived experiences.

What makes this documentary even more unique is that it has been directed by multiple young filmmakers, each bringing their own perspective and storytelling style. These individual segments form an anthology of stories, weaving together to create one unified cinematic vision. This collaborative approach not only nurtures fresh talent but also ensures that each artist’s narrative is told with nuance and diversity in voice.

According to a source close to Bollywood Hungama, the documentary is a passion project for Aamir – one he has been closely involved in, right from conceptualization to filming. Known for his meticulous attention to detail, the actor-producer has ensured that each story featured is treated with dignity, authenticity, and heart. “Aamir didn’t want to just cast actors with special needs – he wanted the world to know who they really are, beyond the film,” says an industry source. “This documentary is his way of doing justice to their stories, both on and off-screen.”

While Sitaare Zameen Par is expected to be a theatrical release celebrating inclusivity and imagination, the documentary adds a layer of real-world impact, bridging the gap between art and advocacy. Although Aamir is reportedly keen on releasing the documentary to coincide with the film’s release window, he has yet to finalize a date. Buzz suggests that the documentary might drop 10 to 15 days after the film hits theatres, allowing audiences to first immerse themselves in the cinematic story before meeting the real heroes behind it.

This initiative follows Aamir Khan’s long-standing tradition of socially conscious storytelling, reminiscent of his 2007 film Taare Zameen Par, which dealt with dyslexia and redefined the way Indian cinema portrayed learning disabilities.

With Sitaare Zameen Par and its companion documentary, Aamir Khan seems poised to once again challenge perceptions, stir conversations, and offer a moving tribute to human potential – proving that some of the brightest stars truly shine from within.

Also Read: First song from Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par titled ‘Good For Nothing’ to release on May 22

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In February this year, Bollywood Hungama was the first one to break the news that Dhadak 2 has been stuck at the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). It has now come to light that the CBFC has finally cleared the film, albeit with several changes.

As per The Hindu, Dhadak 2 has been awarded with a U/A 16+ rating and it also lists the cuts given to the social drama. The dialogue “3,000 years of backlog will not be cleared in just 70 years” has been replaced with “The backlog of age-old discrimination will not be cleared in just 70 years”. Incidentally, the recently released flick Phule also had a dialogue ‘3,000 saal puraani gulaami’ and it was changed to ‘kayi saal purani hai’. Both the films are based on caste atrocities.

Then, the dialogue “Nilesh (Siddhant Chaturvedi), yeh kalam dekh rahe ho….Raaj kar rahe hain” was changed to “Yeh chota sa dhakkan puri kalam ka thoda sa hissa hai aur baki ke hai hum; phir bhi hamare sar par baithe hua hai kyon”. The caste slurs ‘chamar’ and ‘bhangi’ have been muted and both terms were replaced with ‘junglee’. “Dharam ka kaam hai” was tweaked to “Punya ka kaam hai”. A long dialogue “Savarnon ke sadak … humein jala dete the” was replaced with “Na sadke hamari thi, na zameen hamari thi, na paani hamara tha; yahaan tak ki zindagi bhi hamari nahi thi; marne ki naubat aayi to shaher aa gaya”.

The CBFC also censored the recitation of the poem ‘Thakur Ka Kuan’. In a song, a doha by Saint Tulsidas was replaced. There were three visual cuts as well. A five second shot of a character urinating on Nilesh was censored. As per the cut list published in The Hindu, ‘Blue colour of the dog was removed’. A scene where Nilesh’s father is humiliated was also reduced.

Finally, a 20-second disclaimer was replaced with a 1-minute 51-second version. The CBFC also asked the makers to make sure the updated disclaimer was read out loud.

As per the reports, Dhadak 2’s run time is around 146 minutes, that is, 2 hours and 26 minutes. It is a remake of the acclaimed Tamil film Pariyerum Perumal (2018). Starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri, Dhadak 2 is produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions and Zee Studios and directed by Shazia Iqbal.

Also Read: Siddhant Chaturvedi opens up on Dhadak 2; says, “I’m very excited, it’s a wonderful script with an amazing co-star, Triptii Dimri”

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Last week, Bollywood Hungama was the first to break the BIGGEST news of the year that Paresh Rawal has quit Hera Pheri 3. We also carried a quote from the actor himself, confirming his exit from the franchise. Since then, the controversy has grown bigger, more so after Akshay Kumar’s Cape of Good Films, the producer of Hera Pheri 3, sued Paresh Rawal for Rs. 25 crores. The legal team of Akshay Kumar has given out a statement, explaining their woes. Bollywood Hungama has now learnt that Paresh Rawal has returned the signing amount to the production house.

A source informed Bollywood Hungama, “Paresh Rawal has returned the signing amount of Rs 11 lakhs with 15% p.a. interest and also a little more money for stepping away from the series.”

The source continued, “Paresh Rawal was paid Rs. 11 lakhs as a signing amount as per the term sheet. His total fees were locked at Rs. 15 crores. The term sheet mentioned that Paresh Rawal would receive the balance amount – Rs. 14.89 crores – only one month after the release of the film. The senior actor had reservations about this clause. Also, the film’s principal shoot was to commence sometime next year. This means that Hera Pheri 3 was unlikely to be released before late 2026 or in the year 2027. In short, Paresh would have had to wait for nearly two years to get the rest of his acting fees.”

According to trade sources, only the announcement teaser of the film was shot on the sets of Bhooth Bangla. The crew of that film also worked on the promo shoot. It now remains to see what happens next in this dramatic saga.

Hera Pheri’s first part was released in the year 2000. It starred Akshay Kumar as Raju, Paresh Rawal as Baburao Ganpatrao Apte and Suniel Shetty as Shyam. The sequel, Phir Hera Pheri (2006) marked the return of the trio. Both the films have achieved cult status with Baburao having a separate fan base. As a result, the excitement for Hera Pheri 3 has been sky high.

Also Read: Hera Pheri 3 Row: Advocate of Akshay Kumar’s Cape of Good Films opens up about the legal notice sent to Paresh Rawal; reveals these are ‘consequences of a unilateral pullback’

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Producer Ramesh Taurani reunites with director David Dhawan to bring another laughter-filled, action-packed ride, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, a romantic comedy presented by Tips Films. The film stars Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde, promising a whirlwind of romance, chaos and classic Bollywood flair with a fresh, modern twist.

This project also adds another chapter to the much-loved professional pairing of David Dhawan and his son Varun Dhawan, who have previously delivered hits together. Known for his mastery of the comedy genre, David Dhawan returns with his signature style — combining laugh-out-loud moments with high-energy action and foot-tapping music.

 

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Ramesh Taurani, the man behind several popular entertainers, reunites with David Dhawan after years, aiming to recreate the magic of their earlier successes. With peppy songs, quirky characters, and vibrant storytelling, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai is shaping up to be a crowd-puller.

With its catchy title, exciting ensemble, and the promise of full-on masala entertainment, the film has already begun generating buzz. As the release date approaches, fans can look forward to a full-fledged Bollywood spectacle when Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai hits cinemas nationwide on April 10, 2026.

Also Read : Akshay Oberoi reveals his experience of working with Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor; says “We all constantly fed off each other’s performance”

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Amid rumours regarding the fate of Bigg Boss 19, recent reports have suggested that Bigg Boss is all set to mark its return for its 19th season. The Salman Khan-hosted show will be back on television in 2025, and this time, with a major update – Bigg Boss 19 is set to become the longest-running season in the history of the franchise.

Salman Khan, who has been the face of Bigg Boss for several years, will return as the host for the 16th time, much to the excitement of fans. Known for his strong Weekend Ka Vaar presence and impactful interactions with contestants, the actor’s return has already ignited buzz across social media platforms.

According to a Pinkvilla report, traditionally spanning about 3 months, Bigg Boss 19 will now run for a massive 5.5 months, making it the most extended season of the Indian reality series to date. This extension is reportedly aimed at offering deeper contestant arcs, more twists, and a heightened entertainment quotient for viewers.

While the contestant list for Bigg Boss 19 remains under wraps, it is being said that the season will once again feature new and fresh faces. The move aligns with the show’s continued strategy to bring in diverse personalities and create unpredictable dynamics inside the house. Audiences can expect a mix of drama, competition, and controversy—elements that have become synonymous with the show.

In a surprising turn of events, however, the OTT version of Bigg Boss will not be returning this year. After two successful seasons on JioCinema, Bigg Boss OTT appears to have taken a backseat. Whether this decision is a temporary one or indicates a permanent halt remains unclear, as no official announcement has been made on the status of the digital format.

Despite the absence of the OTT version, fans are excited for the main season’s comeback and are looking forward to Salman Khan’s trademark commentary and interactions. The show’s longevity and consistent TRPs have made it one of Indian television’s most talked-about properties.

With Bigg Boss 19 gearing up to be longer and possibly more intense than ever, anticipation is already building among loyal fans and newcomers alike. All eyes now are on the official announcement and other details!

Also Read: Salman Khan embarks on gruelling prep, including low-Oxygen conditioning, for his upcoming film

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Superstar Salman Khan is set to undergo an inspiring physical and emotional transformation for his upcoming film with director Apoorva Lakhia – a powerful war drama based on the 2020 Galwan Valley clash. The film, inspired by the acclaimed book India’s Most Fearless 3 by Shiv Aroor and Rahul Singh, sees Salman step into the shoes of Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu, the valiant officer of the 16 Bihar Regiment who laid down his life for the nation and was posthumously awarded the Maha Vir Chakra.

For Salman, this isn’t just another film – it’s a mission.

Revealing details, a well-placed industry source informed Bollywood Hungama, “Given the high-altitude challenges of shooting in Leh and the physical demands of portraying a decorated Army officer like Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu, Salman has committed to an intense training regimen. He’s not just preparing to carry the weight of the uniform – he’s carrying the weight of the story. The AK-47 he’ll be seen with is symbolic, but the real test is enduring the thinner air, long shoots, and rugged terrain. This prep isn’t just physical; it’s about doing justice to a national hero.”

“Salman is approaching this role with utmost sincerity,” continues an industry insider. “He understands the responsibility of portraying someone like Colonel Babu – it’s not just about getting the physicality right; it’s about honouring a legacy. He’s training not just for the camera, but out of respect for every soldier who serves the nation.”

What makes this project even more significant is Salman’s take on a story steeped in national pride and emotional gravitas. By choosing to portray a real-life hero, he’s channelling his stardom into storytelling that matters.

Currently, Jio Studios is in advanced discussions to join the project as a production partner, ensuring that the film receives the scale and support it deserves. Filming begins in July 2025, with a theatrical release planned for the first half of 2026.

Also Read: Salman Khan in talks to replace Amitabh Bachchan as the host of Kaun Banega Crorepati

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