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Manoj Bajpayee replaces Govinda in Bhagam Bhag 2: Report Bhagam Bhag 2, the sequel to one of Bollywood’s enduring comedies, has seen a notable change in its cast as production advances toward a scheduled start. Reports emerging from industry sources indicate that Manoj Bajpayee will join stars Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal for the follow-up, while original cast member Govinda is not expected to return. The original Bhagam Bhag (2006) featured Akshay Kumar, Govinda and Paresh Rawal in memorable comic roles and became a cult favourite over the years. As the sequel moves closer to production, the casting list is shifting. According toa report by Variety India, acclaimed actor Manoj Bajpayee is set to take on a significant role alongside Kumar and Rawal. Govinda, who played one of the lead comic roles in the first film, is reportedly not part of the new instalment. The report noted that discussions with him did not materialise into a confirmed role for Bhagam Bhag 2, and the casting change marks a departure from early expectations. The sequel will be directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa, known for his work on commercially successful comedies. Filming is expected to begin soon in Mumbai, with the production following an accelerated schedule after months in development. Meenakshi Chaudhary has been reported as the female lead opposite Akshay Kumar, adding fresh talent to the ensemble. In bringing Bajpayee into the fold, the makers appear to be balancing nostalgia with new creative en... #Manoj_Bajpayee #Bhagam_Bhag #Akshay_Kumar #Paresh_Rawal #Bhag #scheduled_start #Bajpayee_replaces #replaces_Govinda #Bhagam #Kumar

Ghooskhor Pandat director Neeraj Pandey BREAKS SILENCE after petition filed against Manoj Bajpayee starrer: “We have decided to take down all promotional materials…” Filmmaker Neeraj Pandey has issued an official clarification following the filing of a writ petition in the Delhi High Court seeking a stay on the release and streaming of the upcoming Netflix film Ghooskhor Pandat. The petition alleges that the film’s title and promotional material are offensive and defamatory to the Brahmin community. In a statement shared publicly, Pandey asserted that Ghooskhor Pandat is a fictional cop drama and that the term “Pandat” refers only to a colloquial nickname of a fictional character, not to any caste, religion or community. “Our film is a fictional cop drama, and the term ‘Pandat’ is used simply as a colloquial name for a fictional character. The story focuses on an individual’s actions and choices and does not comment on or represent any caste, religion, or community,” Pandey said. The director further emphasised his responsibility as a storyteller and stated that the film was created with sincere intent and purely for entertainment. “As a filmmaker, I approach my work with a deep sense of responsibility – to tell stories that are thoughtful and respectful. This film, like my earlier work, has been created with sincere intent and solely to entertain audiences,” he added. Acknowledging the concerns raised by a section of viewers, Pandey said the team understands that the tit... #High_Court #Delhi_High #Manoj_Bajpayee #upcoming_Netflix #Ghooskhor_Pandat #Neeraj_Pandey #BREAKS_SILENCE #Bajpayee_starrer #Court_seeking #Pandey_BREAKS

Hrithik Roshan lays down HRX Films rulebook: "You are a FOOL if you bypass the director!"; points out secret ingredient behind global success of RRR and Aamir Khan's films in China: "Integrity, conviction, unadulterated vision" In an interview with BrandEquity, Hrithik Roshan spoke in detail about what it takes for a story to earn a greenlight under HRX Films. He also explained why, for him, the final stamp always comes down to the director’s complete adoption of the script. Talking about his banner, Hrithik Roshan said, “HRX Films is a division of FilmKraft because that is the main school that I learned from. So, HRX Films operates under FilmKraft and it is the sweet spot between the commercial thinking of that school or my dad's school and content that is high on emotions, high on the nuances and HRX Films is about creating that sweet spot that brings both of these together. ”He explained, “Some big commercial films I have done are a community experience where you have the entire theatre clapping. But then there are some films that you watch just by yourself, and you feel fulfilled, you cry, and it changes you from the inside. It's cathartic and that catharsis, shall I say, I never get in a highly commercial banger of a film. That cathartic journey is always missed. So, HRX Films is an attempt to bring these two together and try to see if we can hit that sweet spot. ”Hrithik credited his cousin brother Eshaan, who identifies “the names, the scripts, the directors” and... #Hrithik_Roshan #Aamir_Khan #HRX_Films #Khan_films #Films #HRX #Roshan_lays #Roshan_spoke #unadulterated_vision #Hrithik

Anurag Kashyap REACTS to being named in Epstein Files, denies any link: “Clickbaits in my name are more popular than my films” Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has publicly responded after his name surfaced in the so-called Epstein Files, a set of documents tied to the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein that have been widely circulated online and have drawn global attention. In recent days, digital copies of unverified court records, emails and other material linked to Epstein’s network have reignited debate about numerous public figures whose names appear in the files. Among them, Kashyap — known for acclaimed films such as Gangs of Wasseypur and Black Friday — was referred to in one of the email exchanges as a “Bollywood guy” and a “famous Bollywood director. ”Speaking to Hindustan Times, Kashyap strongly denied any involvement or association with Epstein or the events mentioned in the documents. “I’ve no clue about this. I get invitations as a speaker, about 15 a month. I rarely respond,” Kashyap said, underlining that he often receives invitations from various organisations and forums. “Also, I have never been to Beijing in my life,” he added, referring to the alleged event location noted in the circulated files. Commenting on the nature of the documents and the accompanying speculation, the filmmaker questioned their credibility. “It’s some random email, that’s self-explanatory. The clickbaits in my name are more popular than my films,” Kashyap said... #Epstein #Jeffrey_Epstein #Epstein_Files #Anurag_Kashyap #offender_Jeffrey #Kashyap_REACTS #so-called_Epstein #Filmmaker_Anurag #global_attention #Kashyap

Priyanka Chopra Jonas cast as female lead in Hrithik Roshan’s Krrish 4 It is confirmed! Priyanka Chopra Jonas is back in Bollywood. Sources confirmed that she has been finalized for the female lead of the fourth segment of Hrithik Roshan’s Krrish. For those who came in late, Priyanka played the lead in the last two instalments of Krrish. She then headed westwards for stardom and marriage. She is back in Indian cinema with SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi, and now into Bollywood with Krrish 4. Her last Bollywood assignment was Shonali Bose’s The Sky Is Pink in 2019, after which she was finalized for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Gangubai Kathiawadi. But the role slipped out of Priyanka’s fingers at the last minute and went to Alia Bhatt. This is where S S Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu stepped in. A source in the know revealed what happened next: “Unlike the A-listers in Bollywood, Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu had absolutely no problem working with Priyanka. They treated her like the cinema royalty that she is, offered her the money that she gets in the West, which is much more than what she ever got for any Hindi film, and expanded her role when she stepped in. ”A source very close to the project revealed that Priyanka has become very close to Mahesh Babu, his wife Namrata and their daughter Sitara. “This is Priyanka’s gateway into Bollywood via Telugu cinema. She has chosen to represent Indian cinema on a global platform through Rajamouli’s cinematic universe,” informed a hotshot Bollywood f... #Chopra_Jonas #Hrithik_Roshan #Priyanka_Chopra #Jonas_cast #Mahesh_Babu #Krrish #Priyanka #Bollywood #Chopra #Jonas

Ekta Kapoor announces Hoonur, Balaji Telefilms’ dedicated talent management vertical Balaji Telefilms has announced the launch of Hoonur, a new talent management vertical under Balaji Telefilms Digital, marking a strategic expansion of the company’s integrated entertainment ecosystem. The move reinforces Balaji’s long-standing focus on artist development, career planning, and structured representation across television and digital platforms. Designed to operate in an increasingly platform-driven entertainment landscape, Hoonur aims to offer focused representation that brings together talent development, content strategy, brand alignment, and audience engagement. The vertical is positioned to provide artists with long-term career direction while creating access to diverse creative and commercial opportunities. The initiative will be led by Mohammed Nagman Lateef, an industry professional with over 11 years of experience in talent management and entertainment strategy. Nagman previously founded and led Iconic Entertainment, where he built a reputation for progressive artist representation and career-led management. His appointment signals Balaji Telefilms’ intent to adopt a more structured and forward-looking approach to talent management. Speaking about the vision behind Hoonur, Ekta Kapoor, Joint Managing Director, Balaji Telefilms, said, “At Balaji, we have always believed that every artist deserves the right environment to grow. Talent thrives when it is supported by a... #Balaji_Telefilms #Balaji #strategic_expansion #Ekta_Kapoor #announces_Hoonur #Telefilms_Digital #Hoonur #Telefilms’_dedicated #talent_management #Kapoor_announces

EXCLUSIVE: Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! Fun On The Run to have two climaxes For more than a decade, Edit II’s Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! has been more than just a television show - it has been a daily dose of comfort comedy, meme material, and pure chaos that audiences across generations swear by. With its iconic characters, endlessly quotable dialogues, and a brand of humour that feels both familiar and fresh, the show has carved out a legacy few sitcoms manage to achieve. Now, that beloved madness is ready to hit the silver screen - the film Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! Fun On The Run, which released today, promises to take everything fans love about the show. What’s interesting is that the film will have not one but two climaxes. The audience will get to see two endings in each show, which is a rare occurrence, especially for a comedy. In an industry where predictability often sneaks into comedies, the makers are throwing in a curveball. Each climax is designed to flip the story on its head, keeping audiences guessing right till the very end. The result is a comedy that refuses to wrap up neatly when you think it will. The film taps directly into the nostalgia factor while pushing the characters into a completely new storyline and setting. Viewers will meet the same Angoori Bhabi, Anita, Vibhuti, and Tiwari ji they adore - but this time, the situations are bigger, the stakes are higher, and the chaos is far more intense. The essence remains intact, but the canvas is wider, allowing... #Par_Hain #Ghar_Par #Bhabiji_Ghar #Hain #Ghar #Par #Bhabiji #film_Bhabiji #EXCLUSIVE #show

Rajpal Yadav before surrendering to Tihar Jail authorities, “There’s no other way out, there are no friends” Prolific legendary comedian Rajpal Yadav, who has given us decades of laughter, has gone to prison for a cheque bounce case of a meagre Rs 2. 5 crores. Rajpal surrendered to the Tihar Jail authorities in Delhi on Thursday after the Delhi High Court refused to grant him any relief in his cheque-bounce case. The actor had sought an extension of the deadline for his surrender. The request was declined. When this writer asked the truly kind and generous Rajpal about his predicament, he sadly said, “Sir, kya karoon? Mere paas paise nahin hain (sir, what to do? I don’t have the money to pay back). Aur koi upaay nahin dikhta (can’t see another way out). ”When this writer asked him why he didn’t ask his super-rich friends –like Priyadarshan who has worked with Rajpal in dozens of films and earns over Rs. 20 crores per film—Rajpal said, “Sir, yahan hum sab akele hain (sir, we are all on our own over here). There are no friends. I have to deal with this crisis on my own. ”Also Read: Rajpal Yadav to surrender at Tihar Jail after Delhi HC rejects extension in cheque bounce case... #High_Court #Tihar_Jail #Prolific_legendary #Jail_authorities #Rajpal_Yadav #Jail #Sir #Rajpal #Tihar #legendary_comedian

After Neeraj Pandey, Manoj Bajpayee addresses backlash over Ghooskhor Pandat title: “Not meant to be a statement about any community” Actor Manoj Bajpayee has responded to the controversy surrounding his upcoming Netflix film Ghooskhor Pandat following the filing of an FIR in Lucknow that accused the project of hurting religious and caste sentiments. Bajpayee reiterated that the film was not meant to target or offend any community, emphasising its fictional nature and his focus on portraying a character’s personal journey. The FIR was registered at Hazratganj Police Station after complaints were filed alleging that the film’s title and promotional material defamed the Brahmin community by associating the term Pandat with corruption. The legal action came amid broader backlash that has included petitions seeking a stay on the film’s release in the Delhi High Court as well as social media boycott calls. Sharing director Neeraj Pandey’s earlier statement on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Bajpayee said he respected the emotions and concerns expressed by members of the public. “I respect the emotions and concerns people have shared, and I take them seriously. When something you are part of causes hurt to some people, it makes you pause and listen,” he wrote. Bajpayee clarified that his involvement in Ghooskhor Pandat was rooted in storytelling rather than making any commentary on caste or community identity. “As an actor, I come to a film through the character an... #Manoj_Bajpayee #upcoming_Netflix #Ghooskhor_Pandat #Netflix_film #Actor_Manoj #Neeraj_Pandey #Manoj #controversy_surrounding #hurting_religious #Bajpayee_addresses