About two months remain before the release of Batwara, and the film’s team is gearing up in full force to unveil the much-anticipated teaser. Recently, it was reported that the asset will be launched on June 15. Bollywood Hungama has now learned that the makers are putting together another interesting promo, which will also be out this month itself.A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Batwara stars Preity Zinta, Shabana Azmi and Ali Fazal, and it also features Sunny’s son, Karan Deol. This is the first time that the father and son will share screen space, and they have an interesting dynamic…
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As Tips Films celebrated the release of David Dhawan’s Varun Dhawan-Mrunal Thakur-Pooja Hegde starrer Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai yesterday, June 5, the production house has already completed filming an exciting upcoming project. The banner’s next film, starring Pulkit Samrat and directed by Sneha Taurani, has officially wrapped principal photography.According to sources, the film has completed its shoot, with only a song sequence remaining to be filmed. The project has now entered its final phase of production, bringing it one step closer to audiences.The development highlights Tips Films’ busy and ambitious slate. Even as Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona…
Filmmaker Buchi Babu Sana has issued a public apology after sections of the audience criticised certain scenes in Peddi, the recently released Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor starrer. The director said the feedback had been taken seriously and confirmed that changes would be made to the portions that have drawn objections. The statement came on June 6, two days after the film’s release. Taking to social media, Buchi Babu addressed the growing debate surrounding the portrayal of Janhvi Kapoor’s character and the treatment of women in the film.”As a filmmaker, I believe cinema should entertain, inspire, and connect with audiences.…
On June 8, Indian fans will be amongst the first in the world to secure their seats for The Odyssey. Shot across the world using brand new IMAX® film technology, The Odyssey is the first feature film shot entirely with IMAX® cameras, opening in cinemas worldwide and across India on July 17, 2026.Written and directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Christopher Nolan, the film brings Homer’s foundational epic to the screen in a way that has never been attempted before. The story of Odysseus, King of Ithaca, and his perilous journey home after the fall of Troy is brought to life…
Fiji has launched a nationwide programme aimed at strengthening the fight against dengue fever and other vector-borne diseases through a new partnership between the Ministry of Health and Medical Services and GX Foundation. The initiative was formalised through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding in Suva, marking the start of a two-year programme focused on disease prevention, community awareness and capacity building. Speaking at the launch, GX Foundation Chairman Leung Chun-ying said the programme builds on the success of a pilot project conducted in Suva and Nadi last year. The pilot involved the distribution of mosquito control equipment and…
Sugarcane farmers will receive a guaranteed payment of $85 per tonne for the 2026 crop season, with Government stepping in to bridge the gap between the forecast cane price and rising production costs. The assurance comes after the Sugar Industry Tribunal announced a forecast cane price of $57.40 per tonne under the Master Award, based on prevailing world market prices for raw sugar. Acknowledging the financial pressures faced by farmers due to increased fuel prices and higher harvesting and transportation expenses, Government has committed to providing a top-up payment to ensure growers receive the guaranteed rate of $85 per tonne.…
Students at Suva Adventist Primary School in Lami now have access to a new multi-purpose hall following the official opening of the $363,000 facility. The hall is expected to serve the school’s 754 students by providing a central venue for a range of activities, including assemblies, examinations, sporting events, cultural programmes, leadership initiatives and community gatherings. The project was delivered through years of fundraising by students, teachers, parents, church members, alumni and supporters, highlighting the strong community backing behind the development. Speaking during the opening ceremony, Education Minister Aseri Radrodro commended everyone who contributed to the project and acknowledged the…
A few days ago, news came in that the shoot of the Hindi version of Drishyam 3 was completed, and now the team of the film is gearing up for its October 2 release. The original Malayalam version was released last month, on May 21, and many are wondering whether the Hindi version will be similar to it.A trade source told Bollywood Hungama, “Drishyam (2015) and Drishyam 2 (2022) in Hindi were quite similar to the original films. But the Hindi Drishyam 3 will be an exception. The makers have drastically altered the plot and twists. At the same time,…
Actress Celina Jaitly has issued a detailed statement in response to legal notices sent by her estranged husband Peter Haag and his father, Wolfgang Haag, who have threatened to initiate defamation proceedings against her. The development comes days after Semwal & Co., acting on behalf of Peter Haag and Wolfgang Haag, confirmed that two separate legal notices had been served to the actress. The notices alleged that Celina had circulated false, defamatory and misleading statements through social media, interviews and media interactions while matrimonial and child custody proceedings remain pending before courts in Austria.Responding publicly, Celina said her legal team…
Actor and entrepreneur Preity Zinta has ventured into the luxury jewellery space with the launch of her fine jewellery brand, Jacarti Jewellery. The actress recently inaugurated the brand’s new store in Mumbai’s Bandra neighbourhood, with several friends from the entertainment industry attending the celebration.Among those present at the event were actors Celina Jaitly, Bobby Deol and Iulia Vantur. The gathering marked an important milestone for Zinta as she expands her professional portfolio beyond cinema and sports into the luxury retail sector.Sharing moments from the launch on social media, Celina Jaitly congratulated Preity and praised the new collection. Posting a selfie…