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…
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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…
The 2026 R.C. Manubhai Fiji Golf Open concluded on a high note at the Fiji Golf Club over the weekend, attracting more than 100 golfers from around the country for two days of competition, sportsmanship and camaraderie. Despite challenging weather conditions, approximately 106 golfers took to the course, showcasing determination and resilience throughout the tournament. After a closely contested competition, Seresio Colailago emerged as the overall champion, while Nitulesh Mali finished as runner-up. The tournament once again highlighted the continued support of R.C. Manubhai for sports development in Fiji. The company has a long history of backing golf, including its…
More than 1,817 people have registered for Fiji’s Noqu Vanua stakeholder programme, with about 550 participants, including delegations, taking part in the Red Zone programme at the Sheraton as Fiji hosts Pre-COP31. Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, Sivendra Michael, says the numbers show a significant increase in participation compared with Fiji’s previous Pre-COP in 2017. He says about 500 people attended the 2017 Pre-COP, including the workforce. Michael says the sharp increase this year reflects growing interest from stakeholders wanting to contribute to climate discussions and find solutions. He says the greater participation also reflects…
Ingenia Communities Group would not go ahead with its proposed acquisition of Peet if it accepts a $2.14 billion takeover offer from Warburg Pincus.
Pacific defence ministers have agreed on a series of measures to strengthen security cooperation across the region, including plans to broaden the role of the Pacific Response Group and explore a joint military contribution to efforts against transnational organised crime. The agreements were reached at the 2026 South Pacific Defence Ministers’ Meeting (SPDMM), which concluded at the Sheraton Resort and Spa in Nadi. Fiji’s Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon. Pio Tikoduadua, said the three-day meeting reinforced the principle that Pacific security is a shared responsibility. Ministers agreed to advance plans for the Pacific Response Group to take on…
Australian rugby fans will have more opportunities to see the world’s leading players up close after 29 Outdoor Training Venues were confirmed across the seven Host Cities for Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027. The venues, which include rugby clubs, schools, universities, high-performance centres and stadiums, will serve as training bases for the 24 teams competing in the tournament from 1 October to 13 November 2027. For communities around Australia, the announcement means the tournament will extend beyond the main match venues. Fans will have opportunities to connect with visiting teams, including the possibility of watching open training sessions during the…
The High Court has set the date for the hearing of a bail pending appeal application by self-employed businessman Imran Khan, also known as “King Khan”. Khan appeared before Justice Pita Bulamainaivalu in the High Court this morning. He is appealing his conviction and sentence for possession of methamphetamine and is seeking an order to set aside his conviction and sentence, or have the sentence substituted with a non-custodial penalty. Khan is represented by private counsel Shayal Kant. He was sentenced by Magistrate Yogesh Prasad in June this year to four years and three months’ imprisonment, with a non-parole period…