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After confirming that he is no longer associated with Hera Pheri 3, filmmaker Priyadarshan has now shared fresh details about his decision to walk away from the much-awaited comedy franchise. The director has alleged that repeated insults from producer Firoz Nadiadwala, along with a long-running copyright dispute surrounding the franchise, convinced him that the film may never be made. The development comes shortly after Nadiadwala revealed that Priyadarshan was no longer directing Hera Pheri 3. The filmmaker later confirmed the news, telling Hindustan Times, "To the best of my knowledge, Hera Pheri 3 will never hit the screen due to lots of legal issues and personal conflicts. Whether I am involved or not is unimportant." Now, in an exclusive conversation with Mid-Day, Priyadarshan elaborated on what led to his exit and spoke candidly about his differences with the producer. Recalling his conversations with Akshay Kumar, the director said, "Firoz told Akshay, 'You ...

25 years after Lagaan, Aamir Khan and Ashutosh Gowarikar are reuniting on another sports drama, which is scheduled to go on floors in October 2026. The film is based on the life of Lala Amarnath, and set against the backdrop of the 1947 Partition between India and Pakistan. While the prep work is going on in full swing, Bollywood Hungama has learnt from industry sources that the reunion of Aamir and Ashu has got a title, and it's sure to blow away the minds of audiences. According to reliable sources, the duo have decided to call their film Lalkaar. "After Lagaan, it's time for Lalkaar. The title instils instant recall to their cult, and also promises something new. Much like Lagaan, this one too is a strong emotional saga set against the backdrop of cricket," a source told Bollywood Hungama. Apart from Aamir, the makers are on the lookout to cast another actor as the second lead, and the announcement of the same will be made soon. The film is written by Rajkumar Hir...

Distribution is among the most important wings in film trade, and Yash Raj Films remains as the one with the top most distribution network. As Alpha releases this week, Yash Raj Films has secured a wide release for this Spy Thriller led by Alia Bhatt and Sharvari. As per latest set of data received by Bollywood Hungama, Alpha is set to release on 2600 screens all across the country, which is among the widest releases of all time for a female led film in India. That's not all, the Shiv Rawail directorial is releasing on over 9000 shows in India, which is better than several bigger films which have released in the last one year. YRF has given the film a release that it deserves, and there are enough screens for it to show a big surge in the business over the weekend if reports land in its favour. "In times when most films are struggling for a proper release in a crowded window, YRF has secured a solid release for Alpha, which speaks volumes about their goodwill and muscle power...

Almighty Motion Picture has issued a formal clarification reiterating its exclusive trademark ownership of the name ‘Meena Kumari’ for all cinematic and audio-visual purposes, following the completion of the screenplay for its upcoming feature of the same title. The studio stated that any feature film, web series, television production, documentary, or other audio-visual project using the name without its authorization is unauthorized and will invite legal action. The clarification follows the studio’s recent releases, the supernatural thriller Bhay: The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery and the biographical drama Made in India: A Titan Story. The studio said it has already published public notices across trade magazines, publications, and national media to establish its legal position and safeguard its trademark. The screenplay for Meena Kumari biopic is the result of nearly four years of research, writing, and development, and has now been officially locked, with the studio moving toward produc...

After emerging as one of the biggest theatrical successes in Hindi cinema, Dhurandhar is now set to continue its global journey. The Ranveer Singh-starrer will release in theatres across Japan on July 10, 2026, marking another milestone in the film's successful international run. Ahead of the release, Ranveer Singh recorded a special video message for Japanese audiences, inviting them to experience the action-packed entertainer on the big screen. Calling Dhurandhar an immersive cinematic spectacle, the actor highlighted the film's blend of drama, intensity, scale and emotion while expressing his excitement about the movie reaching a new audience. The Japan release comes months after the film enjoyed a phenomenal worldwide run following its theatrical release in India on December 5, 2025. Backed by strong box office numbers and positive audience response, Dhurandhar went on to establish itself as one of the biggest commercial successes in recent Hindi cinema.   View this post ...

The legal dispute surrounding Kala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy has taken another turn after the Delhi High Court adjourned the hearing on Salman Khan's plea seeking to restrain the film's release until July 6. The latest hearing did not result in any interim order against the film, prompting producer Amit Jani to react publicly on social media. Salman Khan has approached the Delhi High Court alleging that the proposed film violates his personality rights by drawing direct references to him and his personal life. The actor has objected to the film's promotional material, claiming it includes a lookalike sporting his signature blue bracelet and references to his 1998 blackbuck poaching case as well as his alleged rivalry with gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. Amit Jani reacts after court hearing Soon after Wednesday's proceedings, producer Amit Jani shared his response on X, claiming that Salman Khan had not received any relief from the court. He wrote, "Salman Khan still...