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BREAKING: Mohanlal-starrer Drishyam 3 ends with the promise of a thrilling and sinister sequel (No Spoilers Ahead) One of the most awaited films of 2026, Drishyam 3, finally released today and had a record opening, especially in the key markets. It was widely reported that the third part would be the final film in the much-loved franchise. However, it has now come to light that this is not the case. Bollywood Hungama has learned that Drishyam 3 ends at a decisive point, with the makers setting the stage for a fourth part. Going by the way events unfold, one can expect Drishyam 4 to be even more thrilling and sinister. Drishyam 3 stars Mohanlal, Meena, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil, Asha Sharath and others. It is written and directed by Jeethu Joseph and produced by Antony Perumbavoor. The first part, Drishyam, released in 2013 and went on to become the highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time back then. The second part, Drishyam 2, released directly on Amazon Prime Video in 2021 due to COVID-related restrictions and received tremendous acclaim. Yesterday, Bollywood Hungama was the first one to inform readers that Drishyam 3 has released in nearly 1200 cinemas across Kerala and the rest of India. Overseas, the film is set for an even bigger release, in more than 1500 screens. It has been released in as many as 66 countries. In short, Drishyam 3 has a worldwide release of around 2700 screens. Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: CBFC passes Malayalam, Tamil and Kannada versions of Dr... #Ahead #Bollywood_Hungama #BREAKING #Drishyam #Spoilers_Ahead #Mohanlal-starrer_Drishyam #record_opening #key_markets #Mohanlal-starrer #Spoilers

EXCLUSIVE: Amid UAE ban and PIL controversy, Sanjay Dutt starrer Aakhri Sawal heads for special screening at Rashtrapati Bhavan today In a major development surrounding one of the year’s most talked-about films, Sanjay Dutt starrer Aakhri Sawal is set to hold a special screening at Rashtrapati Bhavan today, Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learned. The screening comes amid mounting controversy around the film. Over the past few days, Aakhri Sawal has been making headlines after reports surfaced of the film being banned in the UAE, while a PIL was also reportedly filed against the project in India. Despite the storm surrounding the film, the makers appear unfazed and are moving ahead with an aggressive rollout strategy. Sources close to the development reveal that preparations for the Rashtrapati Bhavan screening have been underway quietly over the last few days, though details regarding the guest list and attendees remain under wraps. Directed as a hard-hitting social drama, Aakhri Sawal features an ensemble cast led by Sanjay Dutt, the film has already generated substantial curiosity because of its subject matter and politically charged conversations surrounding it. Industry insiders believe the Rashtrapati Bhavan screening could become a pivotal moment in the film’s journey. The contrast between the ongoing legal and censorship-related challenges and a screening at one of the country’s most prestigious venues has only amplified intrigue around the project. Sources clo... #Bollywood_Hungama #Rashtrapati_Bhavan #Sanjay_Dutt #Dutt_starrer #Aakhri_Sawal #starrer_Aakhri #Bhavan_today #special_screening #Amid_UAE #Sawal_heads

EXCLUSIVE: T-Series gears up to announce Satranga, a grand musical spectacle in the making Something big is brewing at T-Series. Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learned that the Bhushan Kumar-led powerhouse is preparing to announce a brand-new film titled Satranga, described by insiders as a large-scale musical drama mounted on an ambitious cinematic canvas. While an official announcement is expected soon, the project has already begun generating strong buzz within industry circles. Sources close to the development reveal that Satranga is being envisioned as more than just a conventional musical romance. The film is said to be a sweeping emotional spectacle where music forms the very backbone of the storytelling. According to sources, the script is nearly locked, indicating that the creative groundwork is firmly in place. The makers are now focused on assembling the cast, which has not yet been finalized. Given the scale of the project and T-Series’ long-standing relationships with Bollywood’s biggest stars, expectations around the eventual casting are already high. Known for backing some of Hindi cinema’s biggest music-driven successes, T-Series appears to be leaning fully into its musical legacy with Satranga. Industry insiders suggest the film is being designed as an immersive theatrical experience where songs won’t merely support the narrative but drive it. Details regarding the director and cast are expected to be unveiled during the official announcement in the ... #EXCLUSIVE #Bollywood_Hungama #announce_Satranga #Bhushan_Kumar-led #Satranga #grand_musical #T-Series_gears #titled_Satranga #musical #Kumar-led_powerhouse

After Dhurandhar’s success, Ranveer Singh and Aditya Chopra hold a closed-door meeting at YRF; reunion on the cards? Ranveer Singh is the star of the season, as the superstar has given two back-to-back industry hits. Today, he is at the top of the list for all producers, directors and brands - and why not? He has proved himself to be the king of the box office with thunderous results in just 4 months. Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learnt that earlier this month, Aditya Chopra and Ranveer Singh had a closed-door meeting. "Ranveer Singh's success felt personal to Aditya Chopra, as he is the one who launched him and laid the foundation to excel in the Hindi Film Industry. The two met at YRF last to last Friday, and in a closed-door meeting, hugged and ironed out all their differences as well. It was a rather long discussion between the two, ranging from their future plans to the intent of collaboration, and of course, the success of Dhurandhar," a source told Bollywood Hungama. The source also informed that Aditya Chopra and Ranveer Singh have also discussed a probable collaboration. "Ranveer and Adi are keen to collaborate on a big scale feature film. Adi has promised to come to Ranveer with a feature film within the next 6 months, and the actor too is looking forward to hearing from the maverick filmmaker," the source shared further. Ranveer Singh is on a roll, as he has also acquired the rights for the Amish Tripathi best selling novel Immortals of Meluha and the sa... #Singh #closed-door_meeting #Chopra #Aditya_Chopra #Aditya #Bollywood_Hungama #Ranveer_Singh #Ranveer #Chopra_hold #Singh_success

EXCLUSIVE: Dharma Productions adopts REVOLUTIONARY pricing strategy for Chand Mera Dil; tickets to be sold for just Rs. 149 and Rs. 199 on release day Next Friday, May 22, will see the release of Chand Mera Dil, starring Lakshya and Ananya Panday. The film has caught attention due to its youthful flavour, casting, music and also because it belongs to the intense romance genre, which is working big time right now. Bollywood Hungama has learned that the love story might open better than expected due to an aggressive pricing strategy adopted by the makers. A trade source told Bollywood Hungama, “Chand Mera Dil is produced by Dharma Productions, and they are also distributing the film. They have informed cinemas that the tickets need to be sold at a very affordable price. Accordingly, tickets for all shows before 5:00 pm on Friday, May 22, will be available for just Rs. 149. After 5:00 pm, the tickets will be sold for Rs. 199. ”The source added, “This offer will be valid only on the day of release. On Saturday and Sunday, theatres have been instructed to go for regular weekend rates. Also, tickets priced at Rs. 149 and Rs. 199 will be available only for regular seats. The offer won’t be applicable to recliners, luxury screens or premium classes. ”The trade and industry are expecting that the strategy can prove beneficial. The source explained, “Chand Mera Dil is aimed at the youth and the college-going crowd. They’ll be quite enticed by the offer. Thanks to the off... #Bollywood_Hungama #Mera #Dharma_Productions #Dil #Mera_Dil #Chand_Mera #adopts_REVOLUTIONARY #REVOLUTIONARY_pricing #Productions_adopts #Chand

SCOOP: Arjun Rampal offered Rs. 6 cr to play the role of antagonist in Anil Sharma’s next Arjun Naga Arjun Rampal has consistently delivered fine performances since his debut and recently, his career received a much-needed boost with the success of the Dhurandhar series. In the first part, he had a comparatively smaller but crucial role. In the sequel, Dhurandhar The Revenge, he rocked the show as the principal antagonist. Major Iqbal became synonymous with pure evil, while Arjun Rampal became synonymous with a performer par excellence. Bollywood Hungama has now learned that the actor has been offered another exciting role in blockbuster filmmaker Anil Sharma’s next, Arjun Naga. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Arjun Naga stars Utkarsh Sharma as the protagonist. The makers were looking for a powerful performer for the villain’s role. After considering a few names, they finally decided to approach Arjun Rampal. ”The source added, “Anil Sharma and his team have fleshed out a very mass-appealing role for Arjun. They are confident that it would be an exciting role in Arjun’s filmography, especially after the blockbuster Dhurandhar. Arjun is also quite impressed with how his character has been shaped and has come on board. ”An industry insider commented, “Arjun has hiked his price after Dhurandhar. It's been said that he has been offered Rs. 6 crores for the coveted role. ”In December 2025, Bollywood Hungama was the first to report that Anil Sharma’s next film after Van... #role #SCOOP #Bollywood_Hungama #Anil #Sharma #Arjun_Rampal #Arjun #Rampal #Anil_Sharma #Arjun_Naga

SCOOP: Ranveer Singh buys the rights for The Immortal of Meluha trilogy for Rs. 40 crores from Amish Tripathi After the success of the Dhurandhar franchise, Ranveer Singh has become the new King of the Indian Film Industry. With back-to-back all-time grossers under his kitty, the young actor has officially secured the tag of a superstar, and all eyes are now on his next move. While several speculations on the financials of Pralay continue to grab chatters in the industry circles, Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learnt that Ranveer Singh has quietly acquired the rights for The Immortals of Meluha.   "Ranveer Singh was to lead Immortals of Meluha for Sanjay Leela Bhansali. However, the project never materialised. But the actor was always fascinated by the world, and had the dream of playing Lord Shiva in the spectacle. The minute rights of Immortal of Meluha expired on Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Ranveer went ahead and procured it under his own banner - Maa Kasam Films," a source told Bollywood Hungama. The source also informs that the sum splurged by Ranveer Singh to bag the rights is the highest ever for a novel. "Ranveer has bagged the Immortal of Meluha trilogy for a humongous sum of Rs. 40 crores. It's a passion project for him, and he has put it under development. While 5 years back, he relied on SLB to bring this to reality, today, he is in a position of power to pick the director for this. He is committed to bringing the Meluha trilogy to the spectacle. "The fil... #Singh #Bollywood_Hungama #Ranveer_Singh #Ranveer #Sanjay_Leela #Leela_Bhansali #Amish_Tripathi #Meluha_trilogy #Meluha #Singh_buys

EXCLUSIVE: Vikram Bhatt ecstatic as his daughter Krishna is blessed with a baby boy: “She insisted on working on Haunted – Echoes Of The Past even while going into the OT…all the people who wished her ill have FAILED” Krishna Bhatt, the daughter of Vikram Bhatt, was blessed with a baby boy on Monday, May 11. The same day, Bollywood Hungama exclusively spoke to the director about how he feels about being a nana. Vikram Bhatt joked, “Yes, I am a nana now. Ab main dadagiri kar sakta hoon!” On a serious note, he said, “I am very tired. We didn’t sleep all night and we’ve been working all day. It hasn’t sunk in yet. ”Krishna Bhatt is married to businessman Vedant Sarda. The couple tied the knot on June 11, 2023. When asked how the mother and son are doing, Vikram Bhatt replied, “Krishna and the baby both are fine. She insisted on working on Haunted – Echoes Of The Past even while going into the OT (Operation theatre). I call her ‘QC’ (Quality Check)! She always insists, ‘I want to see all the shots. Don’t okay anything without QC’. ”Vikram continued, “I am happy for her. It wasn’t easy for a girl who spent her pregnancy running around. She was mentioned in the FIR, but thankfully, the chargesheet didn’t include her name. The poor thing was stressed and had a miserable pregnancy. To all the people who wished her ill, I want to tell them – you all failed. ”Does he feel that the baby would start a new chapter in Vikram Bhatt’s life? The veteran filmmaker smiled and repli... #Monday #EXCLUSIVE #Bollywood_Hungama #Vikram #Vikram_Bhatt #Bhatt #baby_boy #Krishna_Bhatt #daughter_Krishna #Bhatt_ecstatic

EXCLUSIVE: Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard And Soft: The Tour’s India release pushed after CBFC suggests several cuts Earlier this week, Bollywood Hungama reported that Aakhri Sawal, originally set for release on May 8, was postponed by a week after the film encountered censor issues. Bollywood Hungama has learned that another film this week was delayed due to issues at the CBFC (Central Board of Film Certification) –    Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard And Soft: The Tour. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “The CBFC’s Examining Committee asked for several cuts in the documentary. The Paramount Pictures team in India then decided to inform the US head office and seek approval on whether the changes suggested by the Censor Board could be made. The head office’s core team reviewed the suggested changes and gave its nod. This whole process took some time, resulting in a delay for the censor process of Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard And Soft: The Tour. The makers then decided to push the release. As of now, they are eyeing a May 15 release. ”Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard And Soft: The Tour has received a 'Parental Guidance' certification in several territories like Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom (12A), the United States of America (PG-13) etc. As per the websites of British Board of Film Classification (BBFC), the film has abuses like 'f**k' and moderate sex references and gestures. It also deals with mature themes about bullying and mental health. Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard And ... #Bollywood_Hungama #film #Hit #Hungama_reported #Billie_Eilish #Aakhri_Sawal #Hard #cuts_Earlier #CBFC_suggests #Eilish

SCOOP: Mohit Suri and Yash Raj Film partner on a multi-film production deal After the historic success of Saiyaara, Aditya Chopra and Akshaye Widhani are in no mood to part ways with Mohit Suri. While the next directorial of Mohit Suri repeats the pairing of Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learnt that there is a long-term association in the offing for the trio. Reliable sources confirm that Mohit Suri has signed a multi-film contract with YRF, facilitated by the CEO, Akshaye Widhani. "Saiyaara was a project set up by Akshaye Widhani for YRF, and it has been a bond of brotherhood between Mohit and Widhani since then. After setting up two directorials with YRF, Mohit is all set to take the producer route and curate multiple romantic films for the banner," a source shared with Bollywood Hungama. At least two romantic films are in the development stage at YRF, which will be co-produced by Mohit Suri. The move comes as YRF undertakes a broader recalibration of its theatrical strategy and leadership structure. Post Saiyaara, Saugata Mukherjee and Sumana Ghosh will oversee creative development across the studio’s slate of films and series, signalling a stronger emphasis on curated, script-led storytelling. Suri, known for crafting emotionally driven commercial cinema, is expected to develop projects aligned with evolving audience tastes while leveraging YRF’s scale and distribution strength. The partnership positions him centrally within the stu... #Aditya_Chopra #Bollywood_Hungama #Yash_Raj #Mohit_Suri #Mohit #historic_success #Suri #Raj_Film #Akshaye_Widhani #production_deal

SCOOP: Nitesh Tiwari and Mohit Suri come together for Sajid Nadiadwala’s son Subhaan’s second film Sajid Nadiadwala's son, Subhaan is making waves all across social media, drawing comparisons with young Salman Khan for his looks and physique. While his debut film, Aisi Deewangi, is currently on floors with Dulhania franchise filmmaker Shashank Khaitaan as the director, Bollywood Hungama has an exclusive and exciting update. Reliable sources have confirmed that Subhaan has bagged his second film even before the release of the first one. "Subhaan is the talk of the town in industry circles, with everyone terming him as the talent to look out for. And the one who is lucky to sign him for the second film is producer Tanuj Garg for a script written by Mohit Suri and Nitesh Tiwari," a source shared with Bollywood Hungama, adding further that the dynamic directors will also be co-producing the film. The source also confirms that the yet untitled film will be directed by Bareilly Ki Barfi fame Ashwini Iyer Tiwari. "Ashwini loved the script and is excited to embark on the journey with Subhaan. She will be doing acting workshops later this year, before taking the film on the floors in December. It's a special script as two stalwarts, Nitesh Tiwari and Mohit Suri, have joined hands for the first time, and this has all happened for the son of one of the industry's most prolific producers, Sajid Nadiadwala," the source informs, adding further that Tanuj Garg has full support from Sa... #social_media #Salman_Khan #Nitesh_Tiwari #Bollywood_Hungama #Mohit_Suri #Sajid_Nadiadwala #making_waves #young_Salman #drawing_comparisons #Subhaan

SCOOP: Sanjay Dutt-starrer Aakhri Sawal unlikely to release in cinemas on May 8 due to censor issues; makers eye May 15 release Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learned that Aakhri Sawal, which was all set to release in cinemas on May 8, is unlikely to make it to theatres on the scheduled date due to censor certification issues. We were the first ones to report last week that even the trailer has not yet been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The trailer, like the film, is still awaiting clearance from the Censor Board. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “The nature of the film and its plot is such that the CBFC members are being cautious. The makers have explained to the CBFC committee that their film is based on historical events and records and hence, deserves to be released. The discussions between the makers and the CBFC have taken a lot of time. Hence, the producers of Aakhri Sawal felt that it would be wise to push the film to a later date. ”The source continued, “At present, the makers are considering releasing their film on May 15. Of course, this will be subject to receiving the censor certification on time. An announcement on the same can be expected soon once the hurdles are cleared. ”Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Abhijeet Mohan Warang of Picasso fame, the film features a multi-generational ensemble cast. Alongside Sanjay Dutt, the lineup includes Namashi Chakraborty, Amit Sadh, Sameera Reddy, Neetu Chandra, Tridha Ch... #release #Bollywood_Hungama #exclusively_learned #Aakhri_Sawal #Dutt-starrer_Aakhri #release_Bollywood #certification_issues #Sanjay_Dutt-starrer #censor_certification #censor_issues

Raja Shivaji sells 40,000 tickets in advance booking; Pune goes on overdrive as 7:00 am shows open due to huge demand Two days ago, Bollywood Hungama reported that the ticket sales of The Devil Wears Prada 2 were very encouraging. Raja Shivaji releases on the same day as the Hollywood comedy drama and this film, too, seems all set for a flying start, especially in its Marathi version. According to data accessed by Bollywood Hungama, Raja Shivaji had sold more than 40,000 tickets as of 8:00 am on April 29. By 4:30 pm on April 28, PVR Inox sold 9,800 tickets for the historical entertainer’s Marathi version. Cinepolis sold 3,000 tickets, MovieMax saw sales of 2,400, while Miraj Cinemas sold more than 4,100 tickets. The Marathi version has far more appeal due to its local flavour, ensemble cast, and the correct release period. Raja Shivaji releases on May 1, which is Maharashtra Day. Hence, the film will enjoy a three-day weekend in the state. Several films have been made on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Marathi, but Raja Shivaji seems like the grandest of them all. This has further encouraged audiences to buy tickets. A look at the ticketing websites indicates that several shows in Maharashtra are fast-filling. Mumbai is performing very well, but the surprise is Pune, where Raja Shivaji is on an overdrive. Several theatres in this city will play the film from 7:00 am, looking at the demand. Some Mumbai cinemas have also followed suit, although they are yet to catch up... #Bollywood_Hungama #advance_booking #Hungama_reported #Raja_Shivaji #Shivaji #Wears_Prada #Devil_Wears #Raja #Marathi_version #Shivaji_sells

EXCLUSIVE: Karan Johar to host secret Mumbai screening of The Devil Wears Prada 2 ahead of release; Bollywood’s stylish A-listers expected Karan Johar is reportedly set to bring a slice of high fashion glamour to Mumbai with an exclusive private screening of The Devil Wears Prada 2. Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learned that the filmmaker is planning a hush-hush event ahead of the film’s theatrical release in India, with a guest list said to include some of the biggest names from Bollywood and the fashion world. The sequel to the 2006 cult classic has already generated massive global excitement, and the buzz now appears to have reached India in a big way. According to sources, Karan Johar, who has long been an admirer of the original film, will host a special preview screening for a select group of invitees in Mumbai. Karan’s love for The Devil Wears Prada is well known in industry circles. The filmmaker has often spoken about his admiration for the film and recently met stars Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway during the promotional tour in Tokyo. During the interaction, Johar had shared that meeting the two icons left him starstruck. Sources close to the development claim that the upcoming Mumbai event will be more than just a film screening. The private gathering is expected to feature an intimate guest list of around 50 carefully selected names, including Bollywood celebrities known for their fashion game, designers, stylists, and influential personalities from India... #Bollywood #Bollywood_Hungama #Karan_Johar #reportedly_set #Wears_Prada #Devil_Wears #stylish_A-listers #A-listers_expected #exclusive_private #secret_Mumbai

EXCLUSIVE: Michael crosses 1 lakh ticket sales mark for opening weekend; paid previews set to open at Rs. 1 cr plus; Hyderabad's Prasads and ALLU Cinemas in overdrive Yesterday, Bollywood Hungama reported that the much-awaited Hollywood musical, Michael, had sold 78,000 tickets for the opening weekend and paid previews, indicating a promising start for the film in India. In less than 24 hours, the momentum has grown even stronger. Bollywood Hungama has now learned that Michael has crossed the significant 1 lakh ticket sales mark for the weekend and paid previews, underlining the tremendous excitement surrounding the Michael Jackson biopic. As per the latest trends, the film has sold around 28,500 tickets for the paid previews alone, with the gross collection for these shows standing at an impressive Rs. 97 lakhs gross. As a result, the paid preview collections are now expected to go past the Rs. 1 crore nett mark since spot booking will also take place today for the paid previews. Meanwhile, the total ticket sales for the weekend and paid previews have reached 1. 13 lakh tickets, amounting to a strong Rs. 4. 30 crore gross and counting. One of the biggest highlights of the advance booking is the phenomenal response in Hyderabad. The iconic Prasads multiplex alone has sold 7,300 tickets for the weekend, which is an extraordinary number for just one cinema. Adding to the surprise, Allu Arjun’s standalone property, ALLU Cinemas, has sold 6,500 tickets, a figure that is ... #Michael_Jackson #Bollywood_Hungama #Michael #paid_previews #paid #ticket_sales #Michael_crosses #opening_weekend #lakh_ticket #previews

EXCLUSIVE: Himesh Reshammiya’s label bags music rights of Sooraj Barjatya’s Yeh Prem Mol Liya Earlier this month, Bollywood Hungama exclusively revealed that after Prem Ratan Dhan Payo (2015), Himesh Reshammiya and Sooraj Barjatya have reunited for the latter’s highly awaited next directorial, Yeh Prem Mol Liya. We also reported in the same article that the ace music composer has composed 7 melodious songs for the Ayushmann Khurrana-Sharvari starrer. Bollywood Hungama now brings you another significant update on the film’s music. A source told us, “Himesh Reshammiya’s music label, Himesh Reshammiya Melodies, has acquired the music rights of Yeh Prem Mol Liya. Himesh is extremely confident about the film’s songs and believes that they will receive an additional boost due to the film’s association with the Rajshri brand. Hence, he offered to release the music under his own label. The head honchos at Rajshri, including Sooraj Barjatya, evaluated the offer and then decided to go ahead with it. ”The source continued, “This is a big boost for Himesh Reshammiya Melodies as it will now release songs that are not part of Himesh Reshammiya’s home production. ” Last year, the songs of Badass Ravi Kumar (2025) were released by Himesh Reshammiya Melodies. The film starred Himesh and was produced under his banner. Every song was a chartbuster, adding significantly to the label’s subscriber base. In 2025, Himesh Reshammiya Melodies also released the songs of the Marathi film Sakaal T... #Bollywood_Hungama #Prem_Mol #Yeh_Prem #Mol_Liya #Dhan_Payo #Ratan_Dhan #Prem_Ratan #Himesh_Reshammiya #Reshammiya_Melodies #Liya_Earlier

SCOOP: Rakesh Bedi gets Rs. 1 crore bonus from Dhurandhar producers after winning hearts as Jameel Jamali The blockbuster success of Dhurandhar (2025) and Dhurandhar The Revenge (2026) has benefitted everyone associated with the franchise. Veteran actor Rakesh Bedi is no exception. Long admired for his impeccable comic timing and remarkable body of work, the actor has scaled new heights of popularity with the Dhurandhar series. Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learned that the producers of the Ranveer Singh-starrer were so overwhelmed by his performance and the love his character received that they rewarded him with a massive amount over and above his agreed-upon fee. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “As Jameel Jamali, Rakesh Bedi impressed, entertained and completely won over the audience. His dialogues have become immortal in the meme world, while the twist surrounding his character in the sequel further amplified his impact. The producers were deeply touched by the hard work he put into making the character so memorable. As a token of gratitude, they decided to pay him additional remuneration. ”The source further revealed, “Rakesh Bedi was paid Rs. 50 lakhs for Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar The Revenge. After the release of the second part and its historic success, Aditya Dhar, who directed the films and is also one of the producers, along with his brother and partner Lokesh Dhar, handed him a cheque of Rs. 1 crore. In short, it was double the fee he had charged for... #Dhurandhar #SCOOP #Bollywood_Hungama #Bedi #producers #Rakesh_Bedi #actor_Rakesh #Jameel_Jamali #Rakesh #Dhurandhar_producers

EXCLUSIVE: Vikram Bhatt reveals why Haunted - Ghosts Of The Past was renamed as Haunted - Echoes Of The Past: "You can't make a ghost film without believing in superstition" Vikram Bhatt struck gold with Haunted 3D (2011). It’s a film that kick-started the 3D trend in Bollywood and became a sleeper hit at the box office. Hence, there are high expectations for the next film in this franchise, which is set to release on June 12. Interestingly, the film was earlier titled Haunted – Ghosts Of The Past. As per the motion poster that dropped yesterday to announce the release date, the film was renamed to Haunted – Echoes Of The Past. Bollywood Hungama exclusively spoke to director Vikram Bhatt about this aspect. This was probably the director’s first interaction with the media after he faced a major personal turmoil in his life. Vikram Bhatt told Bollywood Hungama, “The Haunted films are not just about ghosts. At its heart, it’s a poignant love story. Meanwhile, the film was getting delayed for some reason or another and also, I had to face incarceration. A very close friend of mine said that this is probably happening due to the word ‘Ghost’ in the title. He told me, ‘Title mein se Ghost ko hata do’. I told him, ‘Theek hai. Hata dete hai (smiles)’. That’s how we came up with Echoes Of The Past. ”He further remarked, “I never believed in such things until now. Also, you can’t make a ghost film without believing in superstition (laughs). ”The use of AI in the motion po... #Bollywood_Hungama #film #Vikram_Bhatt #Bhatt #Haunted #Past #ghost_film #struck_gold #Bhatt_reveals #Bhatt_struck

SCOOP: Sunny Deol-Aamir Khan-Rajkumar Santoshi's Lahore 1947 likely to be renamed Batwara 1947 In February 2026, Bollywood Hungama had reported that the makers of Lahore 1947 are looking for a change of title. We have now learned from sources that the film is likely to be rechristened as Batwara 1947. An article in Mid-Day on April 17 mentioned that the period drama has been tentatively titled as Batwara 1947. A source told Bollywood Hungama, "The makers prefer the title Batwara 1947. In all probability, this would be the title of the film once all the stakeholders agree to it. A clearer picture will emerge in a few weeks on this front. "In February 2026, Bollywood Hungama carried a quote from a source that stated, "Lahore 1947 is based on the famous play ‘Jis Lahore Nai Dekhya’. Since the film is set in the Pakistani city and during the Independence period, the title Lahore 1947 was initially deemed suitable. But now the makers feel that there can be a better title that is apt for the story of the film. "The film will release in cinemas on August 13, that is, in the Independence Day week. The play, ‘Jis Lahore Nai Dekhya’, was written by Syed Asghar Wajahat in 1980. The Partition-era story revolves around a Muslim family which migrates from Lucknow to Lahore and is allotted a haveli vacated by a Hindu family. The old Hindu matriarch refuses to leave her ancestral home and she also strikes a rare bond with the Muslim immigrants. Lahore 1947 or Batwara 1947 is highly a... #Lahore #Bollywood_Hungama #Santoshi_Lahore #Jis_Lahore #Lahore_Nai #Khan-Rajkumar_Santoshi #Sunny_Deol-Aamir #Deol-Aamir_Khan-Rajkumar #Batwara #renamed_Batwara

EXCLUSIVE: Sunny Deol-starrer Gabru postponed; won’t release on May 8 Sunny Deol's stardom went on another level with the blockbuster success of Gadar 2 (2023). His next, Jaat (2025), also had a decent trend at the box office, proving that the success of Gadar 2 was not a fluke. The veteran star began 2026 on a rocking note with the Rs. 300 crore plus grosser, Border 2. As a result, expectations are tremendous for his next film, Gabru. The film was scheduled for release on May 8 and fans will have to wait a little more to experience the emotional drama as it has been pushed further ahead. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Gabru has been postponed and won’t arrive in cinemas on May 8. The makers plan to lock the new release date in a few days, after which they’ll make an official announcement. ”Earlier, Gabru was supposed to release on March 13 and was postponed to May 8, possibly because the holy month of Ramzan was going on and moreover, the much-awaited film, Dhurandhar The Revenge, was to arrive in cinemas 6 days later, on March 19. Gabru is directed by Shashank Udapurkar and produced by Vishal Rana. In November 2025, Bollywood Hungama was the first one to break the news that Salman Khan has an entertaining and extended cameo. At that time, a source told us, “There was a requirement of a star and the makers knew that Salman Khan fit the bill completely. Salman was approached and he loved the part and its contribution to the film. He quietly shot the film more tha... #EXCLUSIVE #Bollywood_Hungama #Sunny_Deol #Sunny #Gadar #blockbuster_success #Sunny_Deol-starrer #Deol_stardom #Deol-starrer_Gabru #Gabru