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Anurag Kashyap faces legal trouble over alleged remarks on Brahmin Community; Surat court orders FIR

Filmmaker and actor Anurag Kashyap has landed in legal trouble after a court in Surat directed police to register a criminal case against him over his alleged remarks about the Brahmin community on social media. The order was passed on Saturday by the court of Judicial Magistrate First Class A S Jani following a private complaint filed by lawyer and Vishva Hindu Parishad leader Kamlesh Raval. According to reports, the court observed that there appeared to be sufficient grounds to examine whether the filmmaker’s posts could have harmed the reputation of a particular community and contributed to social tension. As part of the order, the court instructed authorities to register a case under sections related to promoting hostility between groups, intentional insult aimed at disturbing public peace, and circulation of allegedly misleading information. The complaint was filed by Raval, who belongs to the Brahmin community and alleged that Kashyap’s posts on X contained objectionable comment...
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EXCLUSIVE: T-Series gears up to announce Satranga, a grand musical spectacle in the making

Something big is brewing at T-Series. Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learned that the Bhushan Kumar-led powerhouse is preparing to announce a brand-new film titled Satranga, described by insiders as a large-scale musical drama mounted on an ambitious cinematic canvas. While an official announcement is expected soon, the project has already begun generating strong buzz within industry circles. Sources close to the development reveal that Satranga is being envisioned as more than just a conventional musical romance. The film is said to be a sweeping emotional spectacle where music forms the very backbone of the storytelling. According to sources, the script is nearly locked, indicating that the creative groundwork is firmly in place. The makers are now focused on assembling the cast, which has not yet been finalized. Given the scale of the project and T-Series’ long-standing relationships with Bollywood’s biggest stars, expectations around the eventual casting are already high. Known...
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After Dhurandhar’s success, Ranveer Singh and Aditya Chopra hold a closed-door meeting at YRF; reunion on the cards?

Ranveer Singh is the star of the season, as the superstar has given two back-to-back industry hits. Today, he is at the top of the list for all producers, directors and brands - and why not? He has proved himself to be the king of the box office with thunderous results in just 4 months. Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learnt that earlier this month, Aditya Chopra and Ranveer Singh had a closed-door meeting. "Ranveer Singh's success felt personal to Aditya Chopra, as he is the one who launched him and laid the foundation to excel in the Hindi Film Industry. The two met at YRF last to last Friday, and in a closed-door meeting, hugged and ironed out all their differences as well. It was a rather long discussion between the two, ranging from their future plans to the intent of collaboration, and of course, the success of Dhurandhar," a source told Bollywood Hungama. The source also informed that Aditya Chopra and Ranveer Singh have also discussed a probable collaboration. ...
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EXCLUSIVE: Dhamaal 4 moves to July 17; Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar’s gentleman’s agreement avoids major box office clash

In a major reshuffle for Bollywood’s 2026 release calendar, Dhamaal 4 has officially moved from July 3 to July 17, 2026, avoiding a clash with Akshay Kumar’s mega comedy entertainer Welcome to the Jungle. Trade sources reveal that the decision came after a direct conversation between Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar, with both stars agreeing that two large-scale ensemble comedies releasing a week apart would impact each other’s box office potential. Instead of competing head-on, the actors reportedly chose a more strategic route, giving both films enough breathing space in theatres. Welcome to the Jungle, directed by Ahmed Khan, is locked for a June 26, 2026, release and boasts an ensemble cast featuring Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff, Raveena Tandon, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Johnny Lever, Lara Dutta, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor and several others. Meanwhile, Dhamaal 4 brings back franchise favourites Ajay Devgn, Riteish ...
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Screenwriters Association Awards 2026: Gulzar, Javed Akhtar, Aditya Dhar, Aryan Khan land major nods

Achieving a premier status as the most respected recognition for the "architects of the screen," the 7th edition of the SWA (Screenwriters Association) Awards has unveiled its full list of nominations. The awards will celebrate the groundbreaking films, series, and television shows of 2025 that pushed the envelope of storytelling in a grand ceremony set for May 23. The SWA awards are witnessing high-profile industry names—including Anurag Basu, Aditya Dhar, Sudip Sharma, and debutant Aryan Khan—landing major nominations across categories. In the Web Comedy/Musical/Romance segment, Aryan Khan’s debut work, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, has secured a significant footprint with three nominations across Best Story, Best Screenplay (co-written with Bilal Siddiqi and Manav Chauhan), and Best Dialogue, penned by Khan himself. The Web Drama category is a clash of heavyweights. Writers securing nominations across the Story, Screenplay, and Dialogue categories include Satyanshu Singh and ...
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Jaaved Jaaferi’s wife Habiba allegedly duped of Rs 16.24 crores, businessman held

The Mumbai Crime Branch’s Property Cell has arrested businessman Nishit Patel in an alleged Rs 16.24 crores cheating case involving Habiba Jaffrey, the wife of Bollywood actor Jaaved Jaaferi. The case, considered high-profile, has been registered at Khar Police Station against six accused, including BMC Assistant Commissioner Mahesh Patil. The FIR names Nishit Patel, Mahesh Patil, Rupesh, Sagar Mehta, Devendra Padwal, and several others under Sections 318(4), 319(2), 336(2), 336(3), 338, 340(2), 341(1), 61(2), and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Police officials said the accused allegedly deceived the Jaffrey family by claiming they had close ties with influential builders and senior government authorities. They reportedly persuaded the family to invest crores of rupees in the “New Kamalkunj” redevelopment project located in Bandra West, promising high financial returns and speedy possession of the property. Investigators allege that forged paperwork, fake letters of intere...
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Aalim Hakim says he will stop working with actors whose “managers” disrespect hairdressers, makeup artists and crew in cryptic note

Celebrity hairstylist Aalim Hakim has sparked conversation across the entertainment industry after sharing a strongly worded note on social media about the treatment of creative professionals working behind the scenes in films, shoots, and celebrity appearances. Aalim used Instagram to speak about the importance of respecting artists and crew members who help build a celebrity’s public image. In his note posted on May 15, 2026, Aalim wrote, “RESPECT THE ARTISTS BEHIND THE STAR. Hairdressers. Makeup Artists. Stylists. Assistants. Crew Members. Please don’t call them ‘just staff.’” He further highlighted the demanding nature of creative work in the entertainment industry, writing, “Behind every public appearance, every red carpet moment, every film look, every photoshoot, every close-up… there are creative people silently giving their heart, their time, their talent, and their energy to make someone shine.” The hairstylist also reflected on the personal sacrifices many crew members make...
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