EXCLUSIVE: No direct-to-OTT release for Maatrubhumi; Salman Khan determined to bring his film to cinemas On Saturday, April 11, Bollywood Hungama reported that, following directives from the Ministry of Defence, China will not be named in the Salman Khan-starrer Maatrubhumi. The news went viral in no time and became not just a trending Bollywood topic but also national news. Meanwhile, murmurs began circulating that the film might not be released in cinemas and that the makers were considering bringing it directly to an OTT platform. Bollywood Hungama has now learned that there is no truth to this chatter. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Salman continues to be a mega star and he has mounted Maatrubhumi on a grand scale. It’s a film for the big screen and hence, he and director Apoorva Lakhia are committed to releasing the film theatrically once the issues surrounding the film are resolved. ”An industry insider commented, “There’s a general misconception among certain people that there’s no censorship on OTT. Hence, they feel that if Salman Khan opts to skip a theatrical release, he’ll be able to drop the film on OTT without any problem. However, that’s not how it works. Every film that releases directly on streaming platforms also goes through the certification process, just like any theatrical film. So, even for a direct-to-OTT premiere, the government must clear the film before it can be presented to the public. ”On April 11, Bollywood Hungama quoted a source who ... #EXCLUSIVE #Bollywood #Salman_Khan #Salman_Khan-starrer #Bollywood_Hungama #film #Hungama_reported #Hungama #Khan-starrer_Maatrubhumi #Khan_determined
Sana Makbul to make OTT debut with Begum of Crime on Hungama OTT Actor Sana Makbul is set to make her debut on digital platforms with the upcoming series Begum of Crime, which will stream on Hungama OTT. Known for her work in television and reality shows, the actor is now stepping into the OTT space as part of what she describes as a natural progression in her career. Speaking about the transition, Makbul said, “Stepping into OTT feels like a natural evolution for me as an actor. Over the years, I’ve always wanted to explore roles that challenge me and push me to discover new sides of myself creatively. The digital space today offers actors that freedom. ” Makbul first gained recognition through television shows and later appeared in several reality programmes, building a steady presence on the small screen. Over the years, she has featured in projects such as the television series Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? and Vish, before going on to participate in reality shows including Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 11. Her move to the OTT space marks a shift towards exploring longer-form storytelling and more layered characters. The actor said she was careful about selecting the project that would mark her digital debut. “I didn’t want to rush into my OTT debut. I was waiting for something that genuinely excited me as a performer and also allowed me to grow. When this opportunity came along, I felt it was the right time and the right project to take that step. ” Makbul also ... #OTT #Hungama #Hungama_OTT #Sana_Makbul #make_OTT #Actor_Sana #Begum #Crime #series_Begum #OTT_space
The Grahan effect: The real reason why Dhurandhar: The Revenge’s trailer won’t release on March 3 On Sunday, March 1, Bollywood Hungama announced that the trailer for Dhurandhar: The Revenge would be released digitally on Tuesday, March 3. However, by Monday, it emerged that Jio Studios was no longer planning to drop the highly anticipated promo on the stated date. Bollywood Hungama reached out to reliable sources to understand what triggered the last-minute change behind the scenes. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Reports of Dhurandhar: The Revenge’s trailer release on March 3 weren’t mere rumours. The makers genuinely planned to unveil it that day. But they were later informed that March 3 witnesses a Chandra Grahan (lunar eclipse), which is considered inauspicious for new beginnings. The inauspicious period is said to be from 9:39 am to 6:46 pm. Trailers are usually launched around noon, and this timing falls within the window. Hence, the team decided to postpone the trailer release. ”In February 2026, Bollywood Hungama had reported that the trailer of Dhurandhar: The Revenge would be launched on March 5 at Mumbai’s iconic Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC). That plan was eventually dropped, and a digital launch was scheduled for March 3. Now, however, it appears the makers might unveil the trailer on March 5 or March 6 on digital platforms, without an event. The suspense continues on the exact date. The Dhurandhar series stars Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Kh... #March #Bollywood #Bollywood_Hungama #Hungama_announced #Revenge #Jio_Studios #real_reason #released_digitally #Hungama #Grahan_effect
