Zee Studios, Dharma Productions, and Cloud 9 Pictures have joined forces to present Dhadak 2, a film that promises to captivate audiences with its compelling narrative and fresh lead pair. Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri take center stage in this much-anticipated sequel. Stepping into the director’s chair is Shazia Iqbal, who promises to deliver a story that explores the complexities of love against the backdrop of social barriers. However, it has been confirmed that the film is a remake of the Tamil movie Pariyerum Perumal released in 2018 starring Kathir and Anandhi, while Yogi Babu and G. Marimuthu appear in supporting roles. The news was confirmed in the end credits of the Hindi remake’s announcement.

Pariyerum Perumal (meaning The Wandering God) is a 2018 Tamil political drama film directed by Pa Ranjith. The story revolves around Pariyan (Kathir), a young man from the oppressed “Pallars” caste in rural Tamil Nadu. He faces discrimination and humiliation from the dominant “Vanniyar” caste. Pariyan falls in love with Jothi (Anandhi), a girl from the Vanniyar caste, which is forbidden due to social hierarchy. The film explores themes of caste violence, untouchability, and the struggle for equality.

Pariyerum Perumal received critical acclaim for its powerful portrayal of caste struggles and its raw social commentary. The film sparked discussions about caste issues in contemporary India. It faced some controversy due to its bold portrayal of sensitive topics. The film’s soundtrack by Santhosh Narayanan was also praised for its powerful music.

Meanwhile, Dhadak 2 carries the torch forward from the successful Dhadak franchise. The film’s core message is clear: love that transcends social limitations.  Will the lead couple defy societal norms and find happiness together?

Dhadak 2 will release in theatres on November 22nd, 2024.
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Rapper and singer-songwriter Badshah delivered a show-stopping performance at a sold-out GraFest concert in Dehradun. But beyond the electrifying music, Badshah surprised the audience with a heartwarming act of generosity – awarding scholarships on the spot to deserving students.

Talking about this noble gesture, Badshah who is also widely known for his philanthropic endeavours shares, “Education is the key to unlocking potential. I come from a humble background myself and I know the importance of opportunity. I’m honoured to give back to the city that’s shown me so much love.”

To identify deserving students, Badshah collaborated with Graphic Era University, a respected educational institute in Dehradun. Several students with exceptional academic achievements and financial needs were chosen. After the concert, Badshah personally greeted these students and awarded them scholarships to support their education.

The GraFest concert was a resounding success. The audience wasn’t just captivated by Badshah’s hit songs, but also witnessed the public resolution of Badshah’s 15-year-old feud with Honey Singh.

Fresh off crossing 3 billion streams on Spotify and a massive 100 million streams for his latest album ‘Ek Tha Raja,’ Badshah is gearing up for his debut Pagaal World Tour.
ALSO READ: Badshah makes shocking move, ends feud with Honey Singh publicly at GraFest 2024

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Actor Ajay Devgn has been keeping busy with back-to-back film shoots. Recently, he wrapped up shooting for Singham Again in Kashmir, and now fresh reports suggest that he is in talks with Mission Mangal director Jagan Shakti for his next project. This potential collaboration has certainly piqued the interest of fans and industry insiders alike.

Collaboration with Jagan Shakti
According to an exclusive report by Pinkvilla, Ajay Devgn has shown keen interest in the idea pitched by Jagan Shakti. Sources reveal that the actor and director have met multiple times over the past few months to discuss the possibility of working together. A source close to the development shared, “Ajay is excited by the idea pitched to him by Jagan Shakti and is looking forward to the collaboration. The genre and other details are not known yet, but it’s a world that has excited Ajay. They are discussing and figuring out the logistics at the moment.”

The source added that if everything goes according to plan, Ajay Devgn might start shooting for the Jagan Shakti directorial by early 2025.
Ajay Devgn’s Upcoming Projects
Ajay Devgn’s schedule is packed with several high-profile projects. He is set to work on sequels of some of his successful films. Pinkvilla reported, “Ajay will wrap up shooting for Singham Again and Raid 2 by the end of May, and both films are scheduled to be released in the second half of 2024. He will be off to London in June to commence work on De De Pyaar De 2 followed by Son of Sardar 2.”

The report also details that Ajay’s stint in London will start with a 15-day schedule for De De Pyaar De 2, which will be directed by Anushul Sharma. “On calling it a wrap on the brief schedule of De De Pyaar De 2 in London, Ajay kicks off the sequel to his 2012 hit comedy, Son of Sardar. It’s going to be a back-to-back shoot for Ajay,” the source added.

On March 13, T-Series officially announced the release date of De De Pyaar De 2. The film is set to hit the screens on May 1, 2025. The announcement was made via T-Series’ and Luv Films’ Instagram handles. The post read, “’De De Pyaar De 2′ will be released on 1st May 2025. The film is directed by @anshul3112, produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Luv Ranjan & @gargankur82 and written by @tarun.j.85 & Luv Ranjan.”

The original De De Pyaar De starred Tabu and Rakul Preet Singh alongside Ajay Devgn. The film’s plot revolves around a 50-year-old man, Ashish (played by Ajay), who falls in love with a 26-year-old woman, Ayesha (played by Rakul). Tabu plays the role of Ajay’s ex-wife, and the story explores the societal backlash and complexities that arise from their unconventional relationship.

Also Read: Singham Again: Ajay Devgn looks intense leading Special Operations Group in Jammu & Kashmir; Rohit Shetty drops new photo with crucial details

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Being one of the most popular casting directors in Bollywood, Mukesh Chhabra is known for making the careers of a lot of actors. Now on the occasion of his birthday, he is expected to give the audience a big treat. As he turns a year older, Mukesh has launched his app known MCCC App, which will be a one-of-a-kind application and Kriti Sanon will be officially launching the same on May 27 on social media, giving a huge shout out.

Taking to social media, the Crew actress shared her birthday wish along with expressing happiness of launching this app. She said, “Happiest Birthday Bro! ❤ (hug emoji)” and added, “I am very happy to launch Mukesh Chhabra’s app, that too on his birthday!” “MCCC APP is live now for actors. And it’s free! Can’t get better and easier than this… (heart-eye emoji)”, she concluded.

Speaking of the MCCC App, it aims at giving aspiring actors casting opportunities as they themselves can navigate easily with the help of it and that too, on the go. The App will also provide a Masterclass from the director. The best part is that anyone sitting in any corner of the country can apply and see their life change. All they need is to register themselves on the MCCC App.

Talking about this initiative, Mukesh Chhabra said, “Casting has been a great experience. And now that the world is changing and going digital, why shouldn’t we revolutionize casting? So with the idea of giving opportunities to all those talented, I decided to start the MCCC App. Now all you need is a passport-size photo to change your destiny. Anyone who is unable to come to Bombay for various reasons can download this App free of charge”.

Mukesh Chhabra celebrates his birthday on May 27, and as he turned a year older, he plans to shape many futures brighter through the MCCC App.

Also Read: Mukesh Chhabra on making Dil Bechara 2, “That title will always belong to Sushant Singh Rajput”

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Several reports earlier suggested that a sequel to Karan Johar’s production in 2018 Dhadak is in the works, and it might star Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri in the lead roles. Now, it has been confirmed that the two actors are indeed starring in Dhadak 2.  The film will be released in cinemas on November 22, 2024, with debutante director Shazia Iqbal at the helm.

Siddhant Chaturvedi took to social media on Monday, May 27 and wrote, “एक राजा, एक रानी, एक कहानी – २ धड़कनें|
#Dhadak2 in cinemas 22nd November 2024.”

 

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Dhadak, which marked the debut of Janhvi Kapoor and introduced Ishaan Khatter, was a remake of the critically acclaimed Marathi film Sairat. The original film explored themes of love across social barriers and resonated deeply with audiences.

The film promises a captivating narrative that explores the complexities of love while challenging societal norms. The movie explores barriers of class and status stitched in the minds of societies, underscoring a narrative of love that can never be fulfilled. Or can it?

Production houses Zee Studios, Dharma Productions, and Cloud 9 Pictures have joined forces to create this much-awaited film.
ALSO READ: Triptii Dimri enters Pushpa 2 with special dance sequence opposite Allu Arjun: Reports

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Indian actor Ali Fazal joined the ongoing debate by criticizing the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) for celebrating filmmaker Payal Kapadia’s historic Grand Prix win at the Cannes Film Festival. On Sunday, FTII’s official social media account expressed pride in its alumni, Payal Kapadia and Chidanand Naik, for their achievements at Cannes.

Kapadia’s film, All We Imagine as Light, secured the prestigious Grand Prix, while Naik’s short film, Sunflowers Were The First Ones To Know, won the La Cinef Award for Best Short. FTII’s post declared it a “moment of pride” and cherished the “glorious achievements” of their alumni. The caption read, “It is a moment of pride for FTII as its Alumni create history at Cannes. As we witness a phenomenal year for Indian Cinema at 77th Cannes Film Festival, FTII cherishes the glorious achievements of its Alumni at this Mega International Stage of Cinema.”

However, Ali Fazal wasn’t impressed. He reposted FTII’s message with a blunt response, “Uhhh… please don’t. Just don’t.”

Uhhh… please don’t. Just dont. https://t.co/UcBzjUp4GO
— Ali Fazal M / میر علی فضل / अली (@alifazal9) May 26, 2024

For unversed, as per several reports, in 2015, Kapadia, then a student at FTII, took a strong stance as she led a student protest against the appointment of Gajendra Chauhan, an actor-turned-politician, as the institute’s president. The student body argued that Chauhan lacked the necessary academic and artistic credentials to head a prestigious film school.

Disciplinary action was taken against Kapadia and other students. Pune Police filed a chargesheet against 35 students, including Kapadia, for allegedly holding the then-director, Prashant Pathrabe, captive in his office. Scholarships were also withheld from some students involved in the protests.

In 2017, FTII, under a new director, Bhupendra Kainthola, seemed to acknowledge the past. A letter of support was issued to Kapadia, and the institute even covered her travel expenses to the Cannes Film Festival for the screening of her short film, Afternoon Clouds. However, the case is still ongoing in court, with the next hearing scheduled for June 2024. Interestingly, Kapadia’s recent win at the Cannes Film Festival has brought renewed attention to the ongoing legal case.

According to a report in Deadline, Kapadia’s All We Imagine as Light received an 8-minute standing ovation at the premiere. The film was shot over a period of 40 days, capturing the essence of late summer in Mumbai before transitioning to the rainy coastal town of Ratnagiri. The report further states that All We Imagine As Light is a French-Indian co-production, in collaboration with Paris-based producers Hakim and Julien Graff (Petit Chaos) and Zico Maitra of Mumbai’s Chalk & Cheese Films.

Not only did the film receive a roaring standing ovation, but the red carpet was a joyous affair with the entire team – Ranabir Das, Julien Graff, Hridhu Haroon, Chhaya Kadam, Divya Prabha, Payal Kapadia, Kani Kusruti, Zico Maitra, and Thomas Hakim – dancing and celebrating together..

As per the official Cannes website, the film, presented in both Malayalam and Hindi, follows the lives of Nurse Prabha’s life in Mumbai which is disrupted by a surprise gift from her estranged husband. The unexpected gesture throws her routine into disarray. Sharing a cramped apartment with her younger roommate, Anu, tensions rise as Anu desperately searches for a private space to be with her boyfriend. The city offers no solace, forcing them to dream of escape. A weekend trip to a quieter beach town finally grants Anu the intimacy she craves. Freed from the constraints of Mumbai, their desires find a way to blossom under the open sky.

Payal Kapadia gained international recognition with her 2021 documentary A Night of Knowing Nothing, which premiered in the Director’s Fortnight section at Cannes and went on to win the Golden Eye for best documentary.
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In a new turn of events, Dalljiet Kaur has now directed new allegations towards her estranged husband Nikhil Patel. Although reports about their separation have been doing the rounds for the past few months, Dalljiet did not confirm it until recently. Furthermore, after accusing Patel of an extra-marital affair, she took to social media to share another post where she revealed that he has now refused to accept their marriage in itself.

In a post, which was deleted later by the Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon actress, she had shared a photo of her in an ethnic avatar and had opened up about her marital status in Hindi. When translated, the post read, “My clothes, my chooda, my temple, all my things are there, in fact my home is there… my son’s clothes, books and his hope from his father – everything is there. It’s my in-laws place, the painting which I made is on the wall there. Every corner has my saree there. But my husband is saying it’s not my house. He is saying we never got married. What do you think? Did we not got married?” However, soon after she shared that post, Dalljiet deleted it.

However, she continued to share her sorrow and grief with her fans on her Instagram story. On Saturday too, the popular TV star took to the platform to question her fans about their thoughts on extra marital post, followed by another post where she shared a photo of Nikhil from the gym, alleging that he was with another woman out there. Apart from this, the couple have not only deleted pictures with each other but they have also unfollowed each other on social media.

For the unversed, Dalljiet Kaur and Nikhil Patel tied the knot in June 2023 amidst friends and family, after which the actress had shifted to Kenya to stay with her entrepreneur-husband. But now, she has shifted to India along with her son. The actress was earlier married to Shalin Bhanot and the divorced couple have a son named Jaydon.

Also Read: Dalljiet Kaur hints at estranged husband Nikhil Patel having an extra-marital affair; says, “You are out on social media with her now everyday shamelessly”

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Bollywood actress Bipasha Basu is basking in the joys of motherhood, cherishing every moment with her daughter Devi, husband Karan Singh Grover, and loved ones. But amidst this domestic bliss, she has a thrilling surprise in store for her fans – a book! Bipasha Basu is embarking on a new journey of self-discovery, this time with pen in hand. In a recent interview, she expressed her desire to connect with her audience on a deeper level, sharing her vulnerabilities and the wisdom she’s gained.

Her upcoming book promises to delve into the profound themes of self-exploration, resilience, and the pursuit of inner peace. Reflecting on her life’s tapestry, intricately woven with both challenges and triumphs, Basu shared her experiences with PTI. “What has gotten me this far is a conscious decision to focus on the bright side of life and to choose sunshine – every day!” she enthused.  This philosophy, along with her learnings, is what she aims to share with her readers.

To help bring this dream to life, Basu has partnered with The Sunflower Seeds and L Ventures. Their collaboration promises an “enterprising team” dedicated to making the book a success. Pallavi Barman, founder of L Ventures, said, “She is a fitness enthusiast like none other who embraced it at a time when it was still in early stages of adoption as far as the leading ladies of Indian cinema was concerned.It has always been a delight to represent her interests strategize with her and learn from her on this subject and after a series of successful DIY workout DVDs – Love Yourself, we can’t wait to capture and showcase this cornucopia of her journey as she navigates through motherhood, all set to share her paradigm shifting perspective on overall well-being and happiness.”

Scheduled for a 2025 release, the book will navigate Bipasha Basu’s life and the complexities of self-discovery and building resilience.
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Pakistan’s entertainment industry is mourning the loss of one of its most celebrated actors, Talat Hussain, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 83. Hussain, a veteran of radio, television, theatre, and cinema, breathed his last at a private hospital in Karachi after a prolonged illness.

The Arts Council of Pakistan (ACP) Karachi President, Ahmed Shah, confirmed Hussain’s passing. Shah, highlighting Hussain’s immense talent, said, “An acclaimed actor like Talat Hussain is born after centuries.”
Born in Delhi, Hussain’s powerful baritone voice and unique acting style captivated audiences. His talent was recognized with prestigious awards, including the Pride of Performance award in 1982, Pakistan’s highest national literary honor, and the Sitara-i-Imtiaz, the country’s third-highest civilian award, bestowed upon him in 2021.
President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, provincial chief ministers, and other prominent figures paid their respects. Prime Minister Sharif, in a statement, acknowledged Hussain’s immense contribution, saying, “His services to the Pakistani television, theatre, film and radio will always be remembered. The vacuum left by his death can never be fulfilled.”
Talat Hussain’s career spanned decades, leaving an indelible mark on Pakistani art. He was known for his captivating performances in television serials like Bandish, Karwaan, Hawain, and Parchaiyan. Moviegoers cherished his work in films like Chiragh Jalta Raha, Gumnaam, and Actor in Law. Notably, he also appeared in the Indian film Sauten Ki Beti.
Hussain’s artistic journey began in 1960 on the state-owned PTV channel. Interestingly, his dedication to his craft extended beyond Pakistan’s borders. He honed his skills at the prestigious London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) and even worked for the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) in London for a period.
Hussain’s talent transcended national boundaries. In 2006, he was awarded the prestigious Amanda Award, also known as the Scandinavian Oscar, for his role in the Norwegian film Import-Eksport. He was also recognized in Pakistan, receiving the Nigar Award in 1986 for Best Supporting Actor in the film Miss Bangkok.
Talat Hussain is survived by his wife Rakhshanda Hussain, two daughters, and a son, according to Pakistani media reports.

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Actor and climate warrior Bhumi Pednekar has been deeply involved in creating awareness around the conservation of the environment and now as a step further in that direction, she has launched Bhamla Foundation’s ‘Bhoomi Namaskar’ campaign for World Environment Day. The Bhamla Foundation supported by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), and Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) initiated this campaign that aims to harp on the importance of the restoration of ecosystems to combat climate change and its adverse effects which comes in effect with the UN resolution of the year ‘Generation Restoration’.

As a climate warrior, Bhumi Pednekar has been at the forefront of numerous environmental initiatives. Through her non-profit advocacy platform Climate Warrior and The Bhumi Foundation, Bhumi has championed various causes, such as waste segregation, rainwater harvesting, recycling, upcycling, conscious fashion choices, and many more. Last year on the occasion of World Environment Day the actor planted thousands of trees on the outskirts of Mumbai, urging her fans to follow suit.

With the launch Bhoomi Namaskar campaign this year, Bhumi talked about being a part of it and said, “I am honoured to have collaborated with the Bhamla Foundation this year for their ‘Bhoomi Namaskar’ campaign for World Environment Day. All the work that the foundation has done over the years is very inspiring – their collaboration with the UNEP, with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and with the BMC is something that is very motivating to environment enthusiasts like me.”

Elaborating on the campaign, she added, “Our planet is facing unprecedented challenges and it is crucial that we come together to take action. This planet is our only home, there is no planet B and it is this very thought that encouraged me many years ago to embark on a journey full of empathy, care, and love for our planet and environment. We must also understand that every small action will have an impact on our climate, so as we look forward to this World Environment Day I urge everyone to make an effort to lead a sustainable lifestyle, be conscious of the consumption of resources and be empathetic to our planet and all the species with share this planet with.”

Bhumi Pednekar has recently been recognized by the World Economic Forum as a Young Global Leader for the Class of 2024 for her work towards climate change through her NGOs, as well as for her big sustainable entrepreneurship ventures. She is also UNDP India’s first Indian Goodwill Ambassador for SDGs.

Also Read: Photos: Bhumi Pednekar snapped installing water bowls in and around Versova

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