Bollywood Hungama was the first one to confirm in February 2026 that Malamaal Weekly 2 is in the works. Two months later, in April 2026, we revealed that Amit Joshi of Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya (2024) fame has been signed to direct the comic caper. Then, last week, we reported that two talented actresses, Raveena Tandon and Parineeti Chopra, have joined the cast of Malamaal Weekly 2. We now bring you another exciting piece of news from this upcoming project.Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learned that now none other than Shilpa Shirodkar has signed the comic caper. A source…
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Sunny Leone, who is set to headline a horror comedy reportedly titled Chudail, is said to explore a supernatural story set against the backdrop of North India. The film, which has been shot extensively in Uttar Pradesh, will see Sunny take on the role of a spirit haunting the streets of Bulandshahr. According to reports, the actress has wrapped up her schedule for the project.The film is reportedly being positioned along the lines of the horror comedy genre that has found a strong audience in India, with Sunny’s character being pitted against another supernatural force played by Mandana Karimi. A…
Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan are set to share the screen in Haiwaan, an upcoming thriller directed by Priyadarshan. The makers have now announced that the film’s teaser will be unveiled on Wednesday, August 12, giving audiences their first extended glimpse into the film.The announcement comes shortly after the release of the film’s fresh posters featuring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan. The posters establish a dark and intense visual tone, with both actors seen against a shadowy backdrop and their faces partially obscured. The title Haiwaan appears prominently in red, further adding to the thriller’s ominous mood.The upcoming…
Akshay Kumar is set to begin filming his alien thriller Samuk, produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, on August 23, 2026, in London, Variety India has learned exclusively.The production is expected to unfold largely on British soil, with roughly 90 per cent of the shoot taking place in London and the remaining portion filmed in Mumbai. The makers are planning a single, continuous schedule rather than splitting the shoot across multiple legs.Samuk brings Kumar and Shah together once again, extending a partnership that has previously produced Aankhen, Waqt: The Race Against Time, Namastey London, Singh Is Kinng and Action Replayy. This…
Advance bookings for Aamir Khan Productions’ Batwara 1947 have opened across cinemas ahead of the film’s theatrical release. The film stars Shabana Azmi, Sunny Deol and Preity G Zinta in lead roles and is set against the backdrop of India’s Partition, presenting a story of humanity and courage during that period of history.Batwara 1947 also features Karan Deol, Ali Fazal and Abhimanyu Singh in key roles. The film marks the reunion of director Rajkumar Santoshi and actor Sunny Deol after nearly three decades.The teaser, trailer and songs from the film have already been released, offering audiences a glimpse into its…
Pepperfry has announced Bollywood actors Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra as its new brand ambassadors as the home retail platform introduces a new brand philosophy focused on personal style and self-expression. The company has unveiled the positioning ‘Fashion for Your Home’, aiming to present home décor and design as more than functional choices.With the new positioning, Pepperfry is looking to highlight how consumers increasingly use their homes to reflect their personality, aspirations and lifestyle. The company’s latest campaign featuring Kiara and Sidharth will span its furniture, décor and home accessory categories.The announcement comes at a time when consumers are increasingly…
Indian actor Sayani Gupta is set to make her U.S. feature film debut with Arya, an upcoming independent film written and directed by Neil Tuli. The project is currently being filmed in Duluth, Minnesota, with principal photography underway.Gupta will play the titular character, Arya Sinha, a disciplined piano teacher who has trained at a prestigious Indian conservatory. According to the film’s synopsis, Arya reluctantly travels to northern Minnesota after taking up an assignment to help revive a struggling school band programme. While pursuing the opportunity, she also hopes to advance her career ambitions in India.However, Arya’s new surroundings prove to…
2026 is turning out to be a great year for Wamiqa Gabbi. The Jubilee actress kicked off the year with the box-office success of Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan’s Bhooth Bangla, followed it up with Pati, Patni Aur Woh Do, and is now earning acclaim for her performance as Chandra in her recently released Tamil film, DC: The Bloody Valentine. Her “acche din” are set to continue, as she has now bagged possibly the biggest film of her career.Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learned that Wamiqa Gabbi has been signed on for Rishab Shetty’s upcoming pan-India mythological epic, Jai Hanuman. She will…
Yesterday, Bollywood Hungama reported that The Odyssey continues to remain rock-solid at the box office despite the release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The Christopher Nolan-directed film has collected Rs. 166.89 crores in 24 days, of which a huge Rs. 74.21 crores has come from IMAX screens. The film, which released on July 17, has enjoyed exclusive access to IMAX shows ever since, thanks to its historic response. However, from Friday, August 14, The Odyssey will begin sharing IMAX shows with the Anne Hathaway-starrer, The End Of Oak Street.A trade source told Bollywood Hungama, “The End Of Oak Street is…
Subiaco-based EV Resources will begin its proof-of-concept antimony ore processing campaign, after securing a key purchase.