Karan Johar’s Dharma files plea in Bombay HC alleging wrongful termination of Punjabi film deal Dharma Productions, owned by filmmaker Karan Johar, has approached the Bombay High Court against Dubai-based Humble Motion Pictures FZCO, alleging wrongful termination of a services contract related to the upcoming Punjabi film Viyaah Kartaare Da. The petition has been filed under Section 9 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, seeking urgent interim protection pending arbitration proceedings between the parties. On February 12, 2026, Humble Motion Pictures sought time to file its reply. The matter is now scheduled for hearing on February 18. Dispute Over Services Agreement According to the plea, a services agreement dated December 10, 2025, was executed between the parties. Under the agreement, Dharma was to render consultancy, marketing and allied services for Vyaah Kartaare Da. The arrangement was also structured to enable Dharma to recover losses of approximately Rs 7. 25 crores allegedly incurred from an earlier film jointly produced by the two companies. Dharma has contended that it had no obligation to bear any production costs for the Punjabi film. Instead, it was entitled to specified revenue shares until it recouped a fixed amount of Rs 7. 03 crores under the agreement. Termination Email and Legal Challenge As per the petition, after Dharma promoted the film through its official social media handles, Humble Motion Pictures allegedly sent an email on January 21, ... #High_Court #Motion_Pictures #Karan_Johar #filmmaker_Karan #Bombay_High #alleging_wrongful #Humble_Motion #Pictures_FZCO #Dubai-based_Humble #Viyaah_Kartaare
Populists are losing a Maga tug of war over US antitrust policy Gail Slater’s exit suggests pro-business Republicans are ascendant in Donald Trump’s justice department #Donald_Trump #justice_department #Gail_Slater #Maga_tug #policy_Gail #pro-business_Republicans
A fallen Indian tech star and the hunt for its missing millions The collapse of education start-up Byju’s has resulted in US court sanctions and cast a shadow over the country’s tech sector #fallen_Indian #start-up_Byju #Indian_tech #tech_sector #missing_millions #education_start-up
Qatar Open: Carlos Alcaraz says he still has ‘weaknesses’ ahead of return in DohaAhead of his campaign in Doha, where his great rival Jannik Sinner and a host of other challengers are in the field, Alcaraz said he was only focused on improvement as he seeks to hit the ground running after an extended break. Ahead of his campaign in Doha, where his great rival Jannik Sinner and a host of other challengers are in the field, Alcaraz said he was only focused on improvement as he seeks to hit the ground running after an extended break. #Carlos_Alcaraz #Jannik_Sinner #Alcaraz #Qatar_Open #rival_Jannik #great_rival #extended_break #ground_running #weaknesses’_ahead #Doha
AUS vs SL Live Streaming Info, T20 World Cup 2026: When and where to watch; Squads, match detailsAUS vs SL: Get the live streaming, telecast info, match details and squads for the T20 World Cup 2026 match between Australia and Sri Lanka in Kandy on Monday. AUS vs SL: Get the live streaming, telecast info, match details and squads for the T20 World Cup 2026 match between Australia and Sri Lanka in Kandy on Monday. #World_Cup #World #Cup #Sri_Lanka #Live_Streaming #Streaming_Info #match_details #match #telecast_info #match_detailsAUS
Deepika Padukone to join The White Lotus Season 4: Report Deepika Padukone’s long-rumoured association with The White Lotus appears to be back in focus, with fresh reports suggesting she may join the upcoming fourth season of the critically acclaimed series. According to a report by Deccan Chronicle, Deepika is set to feature in season 4 of the Emmy-winning dark comedy anthology, reportedly alongside actors such as Helena Bonham Carter and Chris Messina, among others. The publication claims that the new season will be filmed in France, with Château de La Messardière in Saint-Tropez reportedly selected as the primary location. However, it is important to note that there has been no official confirmation from the studio or the makers regarding Deepika’s involvement. Her participation in the project remains speculative at this stage. This is not the first time Deepika’s name has been linked to the series. In 2024, reports had claimed that she was in talks to join season 3 alongside BLACKPINK’s Lisa. However, she allegedly opted out due to her pregnancy. While those reports were never formally confirmed, they had sparked considerable buzz around a possible Hollywood streaming debut in a high-profile ensemble show. Now, with season 4 in development, speculation around her casting has resurfaced. What we know about season 4Created by Mike White, The White Lotus is known for its satirical take on wealth, privilege and human relationships, set against the backdrop of luxurious r... #Deepika_Padukone #White_Lotus #Padukone #long-rumoured_association #upcoming_fourth #critically_acclaimed #Deepika #Deccan_Chronicle #Chris_Messina #Helena_Bonham
AFG vs UAE Live Score, T20 World Cup 2026: Afghanistan eyeing first win; Streaming info, SquadsAFG vs UAE: Get the full scorecard, commentary and highlights from the T20 World Cup 2026 match between Afghanistan and UAE taking place in New Delhi on Monday. AFG vs UAE: Get the full scorecard, commentary and highlights from the T20 World Cup 2026 match between Afghanistan and UAE taking place in New Delhi on Monday. #UAE #World_Cup #World #Live_Score #full_scorecard #Streaming_info #taking_place #UAE_Live #UAE_taking #Afghanistan_eyeing
‘Guru Dakshina means flag’: Priyank Kharge levels ‘money laundering racket’ charge against RSS Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge has accused the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh of engaging in money laundering and questioned its sources of income. He demanded that the RSS, an unregistered organization, be held accountable and pay taxes like other citizens and entities under the law and Constitution. #money_laundering #Swayamsevak_Sangh #Rashtriya_Swayamsevak #Priyank_Kharge #Guru_Dakshina #Minister_Priyank #Karnataka_Minister #Kharge_levels #RSS_Karnataka #laundering_racket’
FA Cup: Arsenal routs Wigan 4-0 as Premier League teams advance to 5th roundThird-tier struggler Wigan was overwhelmed against the Premier League leader in front of a 60,000 crowd at Emirates Stadium, with all the goals coming in the first half. Third-tier struggler Wigan was overwhelmed against the Premier League leader in front of a 60,000 crowd at Emirates Stadium, with all the goals coming in the first half. #Premier_League #League_leader #Emirates_Stadium #Arsenal_routs #struggler_Wigan #League_teams #goals_coming #routs_Wigan #teams_advance #roundThird-tier_struggler
'Pick up the baton': Mani Shankar Aiyar's pitch for Pinarayi Vijayan sparks row; Congress draws line #Mani_Shankar #Shankar_Aiyar #Pinarayi_Vijayan #Congress_draws #Aiyar_pitch
SCOOP: Ananya Birla's Birla Studios in talks with Anees Bazmee, Shoojit Sircar, Neeraj Pandey Earlier this month, it was announced that Ananya Birla has established a production house called Birla Studios, which will focus on films which are commercial and also high-concept. Bollywood Hungama has learned that the business tycoon is in talks with several prominent filmmakers for films that would be produced under her banner. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Ananya Birla has initiated talks with Anees Bazmee, Shoojit Sircar, Neeraj Pandey etc. , among others. Ananya has been an admirer of the films made by these filmmakers and feels that they could be apt to make content for her newly established production company. Anees, Shoojit and Neeraj have also been impressed with her vision, understanding of filmmaking and passion for cinema. ”The source added, “The talks are going on. If all goes well, Anees Bazmee, Shoojit Sircar and Neeraj Pandey will sign on the dotted line soon. ”As per the press release, “Birla Studios is shaping a multi-language slate that spans stories in Hindi, Gujarati, Malayalam, amongst other regional languages and international English language cinema, reflecting its ambition to engage audiences across borders and culture”. The press release also indicates that the studio plans to reveal its upcoming projects soon through an official announcement. During the launch of Birla Studios, Ananya Birla said, “We are all stories. Cinema is one of the most po... #Birla #Neeraj_Pandey #Bollywood_Hungama #Anees_Bazmee #Shoojit_Sircar #Ananya_Birla #Pandey_Earlier #Birla_Studios #Shoojit #Ananya
