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Arguments in a Landmark Social Media Addiction Trial Start Next Week. This Is What's at Stake Juries will soon hear arguments in a case against Meta and Google that could reshape social media protections for kids. #Week #Addiction_Trial #Trial_Start #Landmark_Social #Media_Addiction #Social_Media #Stake_Juries

HBO announces TV sequel to beloved videogame Baldur's Gate 3 — and it's being made by one of The Last of Us show's co-creators A Baldur's Gate 3 TV series is in the works – and it won't directly retell the award-winning role-playing game's story. #Baldur_Gate #HBO_announces #videogame_Baldur #game_story #beloved_videogame #show_co-creators #directly_retell

Farah Khan develops double-role concept for Shah Rukh Khan in Main Hoon Na 2: Report After the anticipation around Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film King reaches its peak, fresh reports suggest that the actor’s next project could be a sequel to one of his most beloved films, Main Hoon Na. According to an exclusive from Pinkvilla, discussions between Khan and filmmaker Farah Khan are progressing, pointing to Main Hoon Na 2 as a strong contender for his post-King slate. Shah Rukh Khan and Farah Khan to reunite If realised, this sequel would mark a reunion between Shah Rukh Khan and Farah Khan after nearly 12 years. Their collaborations in the past — including Om Shanti Om (2007) and Happy New Year (2014) — delivered significant box office results and helped define the commercial cinema of their respective eras. Sources quoted in the report say Farah Khan has devised an “exciting double-role concept” specifically for Khan. “Farah Khan has cracked an exciting double-role concept for Shah Rukh Khan, which has excited the superstar,” one insider told Pinkvilla. “The idea is said to elevate the emotion and entertainment quotient of the sequel, while SRK will explore two contrasting characters. ” Main Hoon Na original cast to return for sequel According to the report, the sequel will retain the emotional core of the original while expanding its scope. The central narrative is expected to revolve around a new threat to India, blending elements of patriotism with action and comedy... #Khan #Rukh_Khan #Farah_Khan #Main_Hoon #Shah_Rukh #film_King #King_reaches #Farah #Rukh #Hoon

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