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SCOOP: This Eid, get ready for a long ride; Toxic's runtime likely to be approx. 3 hours and 20 minutes; Dhurandhar: The Revenge expected to be longer Yesterday, March 1, Bollywood Hungama reported that Dhurandhar: The Revenge is expected to run between 220 minutes (3 hours 40 minutes) and 235 minutes (3 hours 55 minutes). The much-awaited film clashes with Toxic on Eid (March 19), and the face-off has sparked major buzz across the trade, industry and fans. Bollywood Hungama has now learned that, like Dhurandhar, Toxic too is likely to be a lengthy affair. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Toxic’s final length is yet to be locked, but it comes to around 200 minutes, that is, 3 hours and 20 minutes. The makers feel that there’s enough entertainment and mass-appealing moments in the film and that the audience won’t get bored or restless. Also, earlier, having a long film would lead to a negative perception. But it all changed with Animal (2023). It was 3 hours and 21 minutes long and ran very successfully. In recent times, Border 2 (2026) was released with a runtime of 3 hours and 19 minutes. Not to forget, the duration of Dhurandhar’s (2026) first part was 3 hours and 34 minutes. All these films were huge hits and it remains to be seen if Toxic also follows suit. ”However, the exhibitors were already at their wits' end over the clash and the news of the runtimes of Dhurandhar: The Revenge and Toxic have added to their woes. A single-screen cinema hall owner, said on ... #March #Dhurandhar #Bollywood_Hungama #hours #minutes #Toxic #longer_Yesterday #Revenge_expected #Hungama_reported #Eid

MEGA EXCLUSIVE: Tiger Shroff's grand-scale spiritual action film with Neerja director Ram Madhvani and Mahaveer Jain gets a title - Vajra Tiger Shroff celebrates his birthday today, March 2, and on this special occasion, Bollywood Hungama brings exciting news which will be lapped up by his fans. We have learned from reliable sources that Tiger’s upcoming film by director Ram Madhvani and producer Mahaveer Jain has been given a title. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “The film is named Vajra. The makers, as well as Tiger, feel that the title is apt for the storyline and also because it's connected with our rich Indian culture. ”The source continued, “In Vajra, Tiger Shroff will be seen in a never-seen-before avatar, one that blends raw power with emotional depth. He is extremely excited about Vajra and its concept and is working very hard. He's determined to give the audience an experience that they'll cherish. Ram Madhvani and Mahaveer Jain are also going all out to mount their spiritual big-budget action film on a grand scale. ”In November 2025, Bollywood Hungama was the first to report that Tiger Shroff had signed on for Ram Madhvani and Mahaveer Jain's film. At that time, a source had told us, “It's a spiritual action thriller. This has never been attempted before in Indian cinema. It has an appeal and huge potential for a global audience and not just the moviegoers of the Indian diaspora. ”The source continued, “Tiger Shroff will be undergoing extensive preparatio... #Bollywood_Hungama #Tiger #MEGA_EXCLUSIVE #Tiger_Shroff #Ram_Madhvani #Mahaveer_Jain #Neerja_director #director_Ram #Madhvani #Shroff

SCOOP: Much-awaited trailer of Dhurandhar: The Revenge to be launched digitally on March 3 In February 2026, Bollywood Hungama had reported that the highly anticipated trailer of Dhurandhar: The Revenge will be launched on March 5 at Mumbai’s iconic Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC). We have now learned that there is a slight change in the plan. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Dhurandhar: The Revenge’s trailer will now come earlier than expected. It is now likely to be unveiled on Tuesday, March 3, on the auspicious occasion of Holi. However, no event will take place and the makers will drop the promo digitally. ”The trailer of the first part was also launched at NMACC in the presence of 2000 Ranveer Singh fans. It was one of the grandest events of 2025 and became a huge talking point. Dhurandhar stars Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun and Rakesh Bedi. The first part told the story of an Indian spy who infiltrates into Pakistan’s criminal syndicate and political system and creates havoc. It opened well at the box office but, in a few days, it became a sensation. Its second week collections were more than that of the first and the action musical entertainer ultimately emerged as the highest grossing film of Bollywood. As a result, the buzz is tremendous for the sequel, which releases on March 19. Both parts are directed by Aditya Dhar and produced by Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios and Aditya Dhar and Lokesh Dha... #March #highly_anticipated #Bollywood_Hungama #Revenge #Cultural_Centre #Nita_Mukesh #Mukesh_Ambani #Ambani_Cultural #iconic_Nita #Much-awaited_trailer

SCOOP: Dhurandhar: The Revenge to be longer than the first part; runtime expected to be between 3 hours 40 minutes and 3 hours 55 minutes March 2026, that is, the month of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, has begun and the excitement for the sequel is growing day by day. Bollywood Hungama was the first one to inform you in November 2025 that the first part of Dhurandhar is expected to be more than 3 hours and 30 minutes long. We are now pleased to bring you another exciting update, this time about the runtime of Dhurandhar: The Revenge. As per sources in overseas territories, Dhurandhar: The Revenge is also a very lengthy film. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “The film is expected to be 235 minutes long, that is, 3 hours and 55 minutes. However, in some regions, the information that has spread is that the sequel’s length is 3 hours and 40 minutes. Nevertheless, it is longer than Dhurandhar, which was 214. 01 minutes long, that is, 3 hours, 34 minutes and 1 second. If Dhurandhar: The Revenge’s length clocks 3. 55 hours, it’ll become one of the lengthiest films of Hindi cinema and the second longest film in the last 26 years, the first being LOC Kargil (2003). J P Dutta’s war film had a runtime of 4 hours and 7 minutes. The next on the list is Lagaan (2001), with a runtime of 3 hours and 44 minutes. A clearer picture is expected to emerge in a week’s time about the exact length. Dhurandhar stars Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun a... #March #Dhurandhar #SCOOP #Bollywood_Hungama #Revenge #hours #minutes #minutes_March #minutes_long #growing_day

EXCLUSIVE: Malamaal Weekly 2 in the works; Riteish Deshmukh, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav approached After the romantic genre was revived in 2025 by Saiyaara, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat and Tere Ishk Mein, comic capers are expected to rule the roost in 2026 and 2027. Some exciting films will be released in the next two years like Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, Welcome To The Jungle, Dhamaal 4, Bhagam Bhag 2, Hera Pheri 3, Golmaal 5 etc. And now, Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learned that another much-loved title is set to return – Malamaal Weekly 2. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Talks have begun for Malamaal Weekly 2. The team, working on the film, has hit upon a great idea that is apt as the second part of the series. It is not a direct sequel. The characters and setting this time would be different, but just like the first part, it’ll be about a group of greedy villagers who go to insane lengths to get hold of a huge amount of money. ”The source continued, “Paresh Rawal has given his nod but is yet to sign the dotted line. Meanwhile, talks are going on with Riteish Deshmukh and Rajpal Yadav. ”Riteish Deshmukh, Paresh Rawal and Rajpal Yadav were also part of Malamaal Weekly, which was released 20 years ago in March 2006. The film revolved around the only educated man in a village who discovers that one of the villagers has won a lottery prize of Rs. 1 crore. But the winner has died. What follows is complete chaos as the villagers hatch bizarre schemes to hide th... #Rajpal_Yadav #Paresh_Rawal #Bollywood_Hungama #Ishk_Mein #Tere_Ishk #Malamaal_Weekly #comic_capers #Riteish_Deshmukh #romantic_genre #Weekly

Sunny Deol starrer GABRU teaser coming soon; actor shares update on social media Superstar Sunny Deol on Thursday shared a fresh update on his upcoming film GABRU, confirming that the teaser of the action-drama is on its way. Not too long ago, we at Bollywood Hungama had revealed that the film’s release might be delayed further. As of now, however, fans eagerly waiting for the film’s release will get a sneak peek into it soon. Sunny Deol took to Instagram to post a picture from the film’s set, featuring producer Vishal Rana of Echelon Productions, and director Shashank Udapurkar. With the post, Deol officially signalled that the first glimpse of the film will be unveiled soon by captioning it simply, “#Gabru Teaser coming soon” and even added a hug emoji. GABRU, backed by Echelon Productions, is described as an action-drama that places Deol in a powerful and emotionally layered role. While the makers have yet to announce the teaser launch date, the actor’s update has heightened curiosity among fans, especially following his recent box office successes. However, there has been a development regarding the film’s theatrical release. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Gabru was scheduled to release in cinemas on March 13. But now, the makers have decided to push the release. The makers are considering a few options and are expected to lock a date soon. Once done, they’ll make an official announcement. ”While the makers have not cited an official reason for the postponement... #social_media #Bollywood_Hungama #film #Sunny_Deol #Deol #media_Superstar #Thursday_shared #Superstar_Sunny #Echelon_Productions #Deol_starrer

SCOOP: Haseena Maan Jayegi 2 in the making; Farhad Samji to direct In the era of hardcore action films, comedies are trying to make a comeback. And Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learnt that one of the most loved comedies of the 1990s is getting a sequel. Sources close to the development have confirmed to Bollywood Hungama that Haseena Maan Jayegi 2 is in the making. "Smita Thackeray is keen to make a sequel to Haseena Maan Jayegi, and the scripting is underway in full swing. The second part retains the essence of the original film, but the story is revamped for today's audience. She has signed Farhad Samji to write and direct the film," revealed a source close to the development to Bollywood Hungama. The source further informed that the makers were earlier keen to make it with David Dhawan, but the veteran filmmaker was not too keen to revisit another film of his after Judwaa and Coolie No. 1. "Farhad has come on board after seeking the blessings of David Dhawan. The scripting is going on in full swing, and the makers aim to move to casting by March 2026," the source added. Haseena Maan Jayegi was directed by David Dhawan and featured Govinda and Sanjay Dutt in the lead. For the sequel, the makers will cast two top actors from the present generation, and hope to recreate the magic like the original film. Also Read: Farhad Samji switches gears; writes screenplay and dialogues for film adaptation of Safed Khaki; based on police inspector Subhash Shinde and his crick... #Bollywood #Bollywood_Hungama #David_Dhawan #Maan_Jayegi #Haseena_Maan #Farhad_Samji #hardcore_action #Maan #Jayegi #Haseena

Salim Khan stable after minor brain procedure at Lilavati Hospital; doctor shares health update! Veteran writer Salim Khan was admitted to Lilavati Hospital on Tuesday morning after being brought in by his family physician. Addressing the media outside the hospital on Wednesday afternoon, the attending doctor confirmed that a Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA) procedure was successfully performed earlier today, February 18, by a neurosurgeon. According to the doctor, Salim was first treated in the casualty ward upon arrival. During the initial examination, doctors administered medication and determined that he required intensive care monitoring. He was subsequently shifted to the ICU. The medical team noted that he was experiencing high blood pressure, which was promptly treated. As a precautionary measure, he was placed on a ventilator while further investigations were carried out. The doctor clarified that the ventilator support was purely preventive and not indicative of a critical condition.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Bollywood Hungama🎥 (@realbollywoodhungama)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Bollywood Hungama🎥 (@realbollywoodhungama)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Bollywood Hungama🎥 (@realbollywoodhungama) “We needed to carry out investigations, and today we performed a minor procedure. The procedure performed was a DSA by a neurosurgeon and has been accomplished successfully. ... #Khan #Bollywood_Hungama #Salim_Khan #Lilavati_Hospital #Salim #Lilavati #Khan_stable #health_update #shares_health #Hospital

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

SCOOP: Ranveer Singh cites Baiju Bawra 'no compensation' experience in Don 3 showdown; brings up Shah Rukh Khan angle over Rs. 40 cr demand Yesterday, Bollywood Hungama reported on what happened at the meeting between Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani of Excel Entertainment and Ranveer Singh after the latter walked out of Don 3. Both parties blamed each other for various reasons. Bollywood Hungama had earlier reported the key developments from the meeting in detail. Now, a reliable source has revealed another important point that was discussed. The source told Bollywood Hungama, “The bone of contention was that Ranveer Singh should pay Rs. 40 crores to Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani for the losses incurred in the pre-production of the film. Ranveer argued that he was not liable to pay as he had not taken a single paisa from the producers. Hence, paying back such a hefty amount was out of the question. ”The source continued, “Ranveer Singh also pointed out that he was to work in a film called Baiju Bawra, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. He prepped for the challenging role for almost a year and turned down several films as a result. Ultimately, Baiju Bawra was shelved and Sanjay Leela Bhansali then began working on Love & War, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal. Ranveer revealed that he was not compensated for the year he spent preparing for the role. He further argued that it’s the nature of the business – at times, films don’t get made or... #Singh_cites #Rukh_Khan #Shah_Rukh #Bollywood_Hungama #Ranveer_Singh #Excel_Entertainment #Khan_angle #Baiju_Bawra #Farhan_Akhtar #Ritesh_Sidhwani

EXCLUSIVE: Exciting song of Dhurandhar: The Revenge to be unveiled in February; trailer likely to be launched around March 5 With less than six weeks to go before the release of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, excitement is running high for obvious reasons. The first part, Dhurandhar (2025), opened on a decent note before going on to emerge as the highest-grossing Hindi film of all time. Its characters, iconic moments, patriotic undertone and, of course, Akshaye Khanna’s dance achieved cult status, ensuring that the film continued to draw viewership even after its Netflix premiere. In this article, Bollywood Hungama takes a closer look at the promotional plans of the sequel, based on inputs gathered from multiple sources. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “There’s a tremendous demand for the trailer of the sequel. However, fans will have to wait for some time. In February, the makers plan to release a song. This track is quite promising and expected to further the hype for Dhurandhar: The Revenge. ”The source continued, “As for the trailer, it’ll be released in March after Holi. As of now, the makers plan to launch it on Thursday, March 5, in a grand fashion, just like last time. However, the exact date of the trailer launch will be confirmed in a few weeks. ”There are reports that the trailer launch will be held at Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC), BKC, Mumbai. The source said, “The trailer will indeed be launched in NMACC. The first part’s trailer event also too... #trailer #EXCLUSIVE #Dhurandhar #Bollywood_Hungama #Exciting_song #obvious_reasons #running_high #Exciting #Akshaye_Khanna #Revenge

EXCLUSIVE: Paresh Rawal to play double role in Akshay Kumar-Manoj Bajpayee starrer Bhagam Bhag 2 Paresh Rawal is one of the most versatile performers in Bollywood, excelling in roles across genres, be it comic, villainous or emotional. His comic timing is impeccable, as proved by his work in several comic capers, some of which are fondly remembered even today. One such film is Bhagam Bhag (2006) and moviegoers were excited to learn that Bhagam Bhag 2 is in the offing. Bollywood Hungama has learned of an exciting development – Paresh Rawal will be seen in a double role in this highly awaited flick. Bollywood Hungama exclusively spoke with Paresh Rawal. When asked if he has a double role in Bhagam Bhag 2, he replied, “Yes, I do. ” He further said, “I am excited. Maza aayega. Dhamaal hoga!”This is not the first time that Paresh Rawal will play dual roles in a film. His portrayals of the uptight and disciplined Ram Gopal Bajaj and the buffoon antagonist Shyam Gopal Bajaj aka Teja in Andaz Apna Apna (1994) have achieved cult status. Then, in Oye Lucky Lucky Oye (2008), he played not double but triple roles of Jani Singh, Gogi Arora and Dr B D Handa. The other films of Paresh Rawal in which he had double roles were Platform (1993), Janam Kundli (1995) and Chor Machaye Shor (2002). Besides Paresh Rawal, Bhagam Bhag 2 also stars Akshay Kumar and Manoj Bajpayee. It marks the Hindi theatrical film debut of Meenakshi Chaudhary; her other Hindi film Upstarts (2019) was directly... #EXCLUSIVE #Bhagam_Bhag #Paresh_Rawal #Bhag #Bhagam #Bollywood_Hungama #Rawal #Paresh #starrer_Bhagam #versatile_performers

BREAKING: Ginny Wedss Sunny 2 set for theatrical release on April 24, 2026 Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learned that Zee Studios is all set to bring back one of its popular romantic franchises with Ginny Wedss Sunny 2, scheduled for a theatrical release on April 24, 2026. Presented by Zee Studios in association with Soundrya Productions, the sequel will be directed by Prashant Jha and produced by Vinod Bachchan. The film stars Avinash Tiwari and Medha Shankar in the lead roles, promising a fresh and engaging take on modern-day romance. According to a source close to the production house, “Ginny Weds Sunny was a crowd-pleaser, and the makers are confident that the sequel will elevate the franchise with a new-age love story, bigger scale, and strong theatrical appeal. The film is positioned as a fun, surprise-packed romantic entertainer for cinema audiences. ”The original film gained significant popularity for its light-hearted storytelling and relatable characters, and the makers are now looking to expand the franchise’s universe with the sequel. With its release for April 24, 2026, Ginny Wedss Sunny 2 is poised to be one of the key romantic releases of the year, aiming to draw audiences back to cinemas with its blend of romance, humour, and contemporary storytelling. Also Read: EXCLUSIVE STILLS: Mika Singh, Neha Kakkar and Badshah unite for ‘Sawan Mein Lag Gayi Aag’ in Ginny Weds Sunny... #Bollywood_Hungama #Zee_Studios #Ginny_Wedss #Wedss_Sunny #exclusively_learned #Vinod_Bachchan #Prashant_Jha #Ginny #Sunny #BREAKING

Inside Bollywood's Old-School brotherhood: Why Akshay Kumar spoke to Salman Khan before announcing Bhooth Bangla for April 10 Akshay Kumar announced April 10, 2026 as the release date of his reunion with Priyadarshan - Bhooth Bangla. Soon after the announcement, Bollywood Hungama broke the news that Salman Khan's Battle of Galwan is getting pushed from April 17, 2026 release date. This led to speculations that Battle of Galwan is averting clash with Bhooth Bangla, but the real scenario is something else. Reliable sources confirm that Akshay Kumar and Salman Khan spoke to each other before the release date shuffling happened. "Akshay and Salman are buddies and share all their decisions with each other in a very transparent manner. Their association isn't like the one among the new-age actors, where things are kept hidden. Akshay asked Salman if Galwan is coming on April 17, and Salman confirmed that things are difficult due to the pending approvals from the Ministry of Defence," a source shared with Bollywood Hungama. That's when Akshay told Salman about his plans to bring Bhooth Bangla on April 10. "It was a very healthy conversation, and there is absolutely no competition between the two of them. They both hold immense respect for each other and are rooting for their respective successes. Don't be surprised if the right script brings them together in a two-hero film," a source shared further with Bollywood Hungama. Bhooth Bangla is now scheduled to release on April 1... #release_date #Akshay_Kumar #Bhooth_Bangla #Akshay #Salman_Khan #Salman #Bollywood_Hungama #April #Khan_Battle #Kumar_announced

EXCLUSIVE: Salman Khan’s Battle Of Galwan to release on Independence Day 2026 Earlier in the day, Bollywood Hungama announced that the much-awaited film, Battle Of Galwan, might not be able to make it on April 17, as scheduled. The news went viral as soon as it went live. We now bring to you another exciting update – the new release date of the Salman Khan-starrer. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Battle Of Galwan has indeed been postponed and it’ll now release on August 14, 2026. Salman Khan and the makers are of the opinion that it would be a better date since India’s Independence Day falls on August 15. The patriotic sentiment will be at an all-time high and Battle Of Galwan would be an ideal flick to watch in this period. ”The source further said, “The makers are expected to shortly announce the new release date of Battle Of Galwan officially. ”Earlier, Bollywood Hungama, in its article, carried a quote from a source who explained the reason for the delay, “The shoot is not yet over and the reshoot is taking more time than expected. From Monday, February 9, a one-week schedule will commence in the Golden Tobacco Factory in Mumbai. After this schedule gets over, a few more days of shooting are left and by February-end, it’ll be a wrap. ”The source further said, “Director Apoorva Lakhia will begin editing the reshot portions. And that’s not all. As per the rules, Battle Of Galwan needs to be shown to the Ministry of Defence and this process might also take time. D... #Battle #EXCLUSIVE #Salman_Khan #Salman_Khan-starrer #Bollywood_Hungama #Galwan #Independence_Day #much-awaited_film #Hungama_announced #April

SCOOP: Salman Khan-starrer Battle Of Galwan likely to be postponed; might not make it to cinemas on April 17 Bollywood Hungama has been at the forefront in providing timely updates about Battle Of Galwan. We are now back with another news, which might disappoint those who have been waiting to catch the Salman Khan-starrer on the big screen. As per latest developments, the superstar and the makers of the film are toying with the idea of delaying the release. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Battle Of Galwan is scheduled to be released on April 17. But the shoot is not yet over and the reshoot is taking more time than expected. From Monday, February 9, a one-week schedule will commence in the Golden Tobacco Factory in Mumbai. After this schedule gets over, a few more days of shooting are left and by February-end, it’ll be a wrap. ”The source further said, “Director Apoorva Lakhia will begin editing the reshot portions. And that’s not all. As per the rules, Battle Of Galwan needs to be shown to the Ministry of Defence and this process might also take time. Due to these two reasons, the makers feel that they would not be able to meet the April 17 deadline. Salman Khan is clear that such a special, patriotic film needs to be nurtured well. He has told the team of the film that they should not rush through the process and take their time in ensuring that the final product looks appealing, compelling and cinematic. ”The source continued, “Though Salman Khan and Apoorva La... #Battle #SCOOP #Salman_Khan #Salman_Khan-starrer #Bollywood_Hungama #Khan-starrer_Battle #providing_timely #timely_updates #Galwan #Khan-starrer