In a major development that has sent ripples across the film industry, the Income Tax Department on Monday, September 28, conducted search operations at around 12 locations in Mumbai linked to actor Rakul Preet Singh, her father-in-law and veteran producer Vashu Bhagnani, and Panorama Studios. Bollywood Hungama has further learnt that a search operation is also underway at filmmaker Ali Abbas Zafar’s office.According to a report in TV9, the action was initiated following information received by the Income Tax Department regarding substantial sums allegedly being remitted overseas under heads such as film shoots, foreign distribution and production expenses. Investigating officials…
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Ankur Rathee is currently being seen in Netflix’s Best of the Best, a South Asian dance drama led by Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Priyanka Kedia, Chaneil Kular and Rathee. The film, which explores identity, ambition and friendship through the world of competitive South Asian dance teams in the US, has also marked a new phase in Rathee’s international career.Rather than focusing on his Hollywood debut, which was announced previously, the actor has now opened up about his experience of playing Ronak, the charismatic and competitive captain of UCLA’s South Asian dance team.For Rathee, the role offered an opportunity to revisit a part…
National Award-winning filmmaker Vinod Kapri’s Pyre is set to release theatrically across India on 23 October 2026. Set against the breathtaking Himalayas, the film tells the story of an ageing couple whose lives revolve around their home, their memories and each other, as they quietly wait for their children, who have moved away in search of better opportunities.Produced by Vinod Kapri, Suresh Joshi and Arindra Rai Chaudhuri under the banners Bhagirathi Films and Mashakbeen Studios, Pyre stars debutants Padam Singh Kapri (80) and Heera Devi (70) in the lead roles. Both are from Uttarakhand and had never faced a camera…
Harish Vyas-directed Om Ka Hari is continuing its theatrical run into its second week, with the father-son dramedy retaining screens in 25 cinemas. The film will also have more than 50 screenings at Army Centres across India as it looks to reach audiences in different markets. Starring and produced by Anshuman Jha, Om Ka Hari revolves around a father-son relationship and explores themes of family, emotions and the expression of love towards parents. The film has continued to screen across Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets as it enters Week 2.The makers have also announced a series of…
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60th Birth Anniversary of Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji, celebrates not one Life, but the Lives Transformed by it A Galaxy of Saints, Stalwarts and Seekers from Six Continents Gathers; 60 Landmark Initiatives Announced Mumbai, 27th September 2026: The Jio World Convention Centre became a meeting point for the world on 25–26 September 2026, as Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur hosted Aho Gurudev – 60 Years of an Enlightened Existence. The celebration honoured the 60th birth anniversary of Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji, globally revered spiritual master, humanitarian and ardent devotee of Shrimad Rajchandraji. It was, ostensibly, a celebration of a 60th birth anniversary. But…
Less than one-and-a-half months are left for the release of Ramayana and the excitement is gradually building. On August 5, Bollywood Hungama was the first to report that the grand epic would release in cinemas on November 6. Two days later, producer Namit Malhotra revealed in an interview that while Ramayana would release overseas on November 6, it would arrive in cinemas in India on November 8. Bollywood Hungama has now learnt that there has been yet another change in plans.A source told us, “The makers of Ramayana have now decided to release their labour of love on Thursday, November…
Tushar Hiranandani and his producer-wife Nidhi Parmar Hiranandani are on cloud nine. Their film Srikanth (2024) recently won the Best Hindi Feature Film award at the 72nd National Film Awards. And now, the duo is already working on their next venture, which, like their previous films – Saand Ki Aankh (2019), Srikanth and Ata Thambaycha Naay (2025) – is also based on an inspiring real-life story.Tushar Hiranandani exclusively told Bollywood Hungama, “My next film is about the first female batch of the Indian Army.”Nidhi Parmar Hiranandani explained, “Our film is called Ragda 25. It is about 25 inexperienced girls who…
Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta has questioned the continued use of smoking imagery in Bollywood film promotions, pointing to what he sees as a contrast between smoking visuals in posters and the anti-smoking messages audiences are shown in cinemas. On Sunday, September 27, Gupta shared a collage on X featuring Ranbir Kapoor in Animal, Ranveer Singh in Dhurandhar and Vicky Kaushal in Love & War. The three posters showed the actors with cigarettes as part of their respective character looks.Sharing the images, Gupta questioned the purpose of the anti-smoking messages that audiences encounter while watching films in theatres. He wrote, “What is…
After months of spectacular performances, and unforgettable dance moments to the theme of India Wala Dance on Sony Entertainment Television’s India’s Best Dancer Season 5, Raipur’s Ritesh Pal, together with choreographer Pratik Utekar, crowned the winners of the season. From the very beginning, Ritesh’s journey stood out for his passion, versatility and determination. He consistently pushed his boundaries, won the coveted Battle trophy thrice this season, and earned appreciation for his powerful and well curated dance performances. The journey also challenged him to step beyond his comfort zone, explore different dance forms and showcase his versatility as a performer. The…