Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learnt that Shahid Kapoor has returned to work after a holiday in Italy by resuming the shoot of the much-awaited second season of Farzi. The actor is currently shooting an outdoor schedule in Mumbai, marking his return to the world of Sunny, the character he played in the first season of the black comedy crime thriller.After spending time in Italy, Shahid is back on the sets of Farzi 2 and has quickly switched from holiday mode to a busy shooting schedule. The actor’s return to the franchise comes after the first season established the series as…
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The casting speculation surrounding T-Series’ upcoming film starring Aditya Roy Kapur and directed by Milap Zaveri has taken a new turn. The production house has clarified that actress Bhagyashri Borse is not associated with the yet-to-be-titled project, putting an end to reports that had recently claimed she was finalised as the female lead opposite Aditya Roy Kapur.Borse’s name had surfaced in reports surrounding the project, leading to speculation about her possible collaboration with Aditya Roy Kapur. However, T-Series has now issued a clarification, stating that the reports are inaccurate and that the identity of the film’s leading lady has not…
Rajpal Yadav has opened up about the financial and legal challenges he has faced over the years, offering his perspective on the debt figures surrounding him. In an interview with NDTV, the actor spoke about his current liabilities, his approach towards repayment and the multiple legal cases he says he has dealt with since the release of his directorial venture Ata Pata Laapata.The actor’s comments come at a time when his long-running financial dispute has once again come into focus. In July 2026, the Delhi High Court upheld Rajpal Yadav’s conviction in seven cheque-bounce cases linked to the financing of…
Batwara 1947, directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, was released in theatres on August 14, 2026, and is set against the backdrop of the Partition of India. The film is talked about for its themes of humanity, love and harmony amid one of the darkest chapters in the history of the subcontinent.Rajkumar Santoshi is now set to host a special screening of Batwara 1947 in Mumbai, which will be attended by prominent spiritual and faith leaders representing diverse communities. The gathering will bring the representatives together to watch the film and discuss its themes of humanity, love and harmony.The special screening will…
Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha and director Sudhir Mishra are collaborating on an upcoming theatrical feature based on a lesser-known chapter from the life of Mahatma Gandhi. The film will star National Award-winning actor Manoj Bajpayee as Gandhi, marking the first time he will portray the iconic leader on screen. Saurabh Shukla is also part of the cast in a key role.The project is being directed by Sudhir Mishra and produced by Anubhav Sinha and Narendra Hirawat under Benaras Mediaworks. NH Studioz will present the film. The story is set against the backdrop of India’s Independence and focuses on a 21-day period…
For small business owner Neelam Maharaj, building a cleaning company from the ground up has meant navigating rising operating costs, staffing challenges and the constant pressure of keeping the business afloat. Maharaj, the owner of Friendly Mates, says her journey into entrepreneurship began with limited business knowledge and a small loan. She started with just one employee and an income of about $45 a month, after securing a $5,000 loan and a government grant to help with the deposit. Her early experience working for a law firm helped her secure some of her first clients, but Maharaj says she had…
Fiji is expecting further investment announcements in the agriculture and tourism sectors as it continues efforts to attract investors from within the Pacific and beyond. Investment Fiji Chief Executive Officer Kamal Chetty says several major projects are being managed around the country, with new developments expected to be announced soon. Chetty says Fiji’s investment strategy is not limited to attracting capital from countries such as Papua New Guinea, but also involves strengthening economic ties with other Pacific island nations. “We continue to attract investment, but also not only from PNG and other places in the world. But for us, we…
Gurinder Chadha’s Bend It Like Beckham (2002) celebrated its 24th anniversary on July 12. The UK production featured a predominantly Indian cast, along with Keira Knightley and Jonathan Rhys Meyers in prominent roles. Made on a modest budget of just $5.6 million, the film went on to gross a remarkable $92.2 million worldwide.Bend It Like Beckham also achieved a rare distinction – it was screened in North Korea. During the promotions of her film Christmas Karma (2025), Gurinder Chadha told Mid-Day’s Mayank Shekhar, “Bend It Like Beckham remains the only film in the history of cinema to have been distributed…
In April 2026, Bollywood Hungama was the first to report that Himesh Reshammiya’s music label, Himesh Reshammiya Melodies, had acquired the music rights of Sooraj Barjatya’s much-awaited film, Yeh Prem Mol Liya, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari. The acquisition marked a major step for Himesh Reshammiya Melodies, as the label expanded beyond films produced under Himesh Reshammiya’s own banner. And that’s not all. Bollywood Hungama has now learned that another prominent film has been added to its growing slate.A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Himesh Reshammiya Melodies has now acquired the music rights of Arjun Naga, directed by Anil Sharma of…
Shell will expand its gas retail business into Western Australia, targeting industrial business and commercial customers in the state.