Sunday, June 28
Kalki Koechlin discusses her role as Irene in 'Bhay-The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery,' a series inspired by true events. Koechlin highlights how Irene's personal trauma and the unexplained death of paranormal investigator Gaurav Tiwari intertwine, making the investigation deeply personal. The series explores the lingering impact of history and unanswered questions on the present.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan were recently spotted enjoying a private winter break in New York, away from their usual work commitments. The couple was seen in simple, elegant attire, blending in with the city's festive yet private atmosphere. This visit echoed Abhishek's past sentiments about cherishing quality family time and road trips.
Bollywood faced significant creative hurdles in 2025, with films like Diljot Dosanjh and Honey Trehan's Panjab '95 and Mohanlal's L2: Empuraan battling censorship and post-release alterations. Caste narratives, religious themes, and geopolitical tensions led to stalled projects, extensive cuts, and denied releases, highlighting a growing conflict between artistic expression and institutional authority.
Director H. Vinoth addressed 'Jana Nayagan' remake rumors, stating it's a 'Thalapathy Vijay film' and audiences will find answers after watching. He revealed the film's political undertones were inspired by Vijay's upcoming political career. Vinoth urged viewers to wait for the film's release for clarity and praised Vijay as a complete star with deep cinematic understanding.
Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar 2' is delaying Emraan Hashmi's 'Awarapan 2' and Akshay Kumar's 'Bhooth Bangla'. 'Dhurandhar' has already shifted 'Ikkis', 'Love & War', and 'Alpha' to avoid its March 19, 2026 clash. 'Bhooth Bangla' (April 2) and 'Awarapan 2' (April 3) are postponed amid box office pressures from 'Toxic' too.
Bollywood’s dazzling star, Deepika Padukone, was recently seen relishing a lively Backstreet Boys concert in Las Vegas, fully embracing her fandom. This fun outing was part of a family vacation in the States, following a whirlwind trip to New York alongside her husband, Ranveer Singh.
Following its theatrical run, the history-based war drama '120 Bahadur,' starring Farhan Akhtar, is set for a digital release on Amazon Prime Video from January 16, 2026. Despite a modest box office performance, earning approximately Rs 20 crore, the film aims for wider viewership on the OTT platform, strategically timed before Republic Day.
The audio launch for Vijay's film Jana Nayagan took place in Malaysia. Zee Tamil will telecast the event soon. The trailer is set for release on January 1. Jana Nayagan is scheduled for a worldwide release on January 9 during the Pongal festival. Trade analysts expect the film to break box office records.
In what marks his final on-screen appearance, the late veteran actor Dharmendra features in Sriram Raghavan’s war drama, 'Ikkis', a biopic on martyr Arun Khetarpal. To maintain the chronological accuracy of the film, Bobby Deol has dubbed for his father’s younger sequences. The 1971 war drama, also starring Agastya Nanda, releases on January 1, 2026.
In the upcoming biographical war drama 'Ikkis,' legendary actor Dharmendra graces the screen with an emotionally charged performance as Brigadier ML Khetarpal, the father of heroic soldier Arun Khetarpal. Under the skillful direction of Sriram Raghavan, the film showcases how Dharmendra's rich life experiences and deeply poetic soul enrich his portrayal.
