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T-Series has secured the exclusive global commercial music rights for upcoming film King for a period of 50 years. The agreement, announced through details shared by the music company, has been facilitated by Red Chillies Entertainment through Zee Music Company. The development comes amid recent industry speculation about the possibility of a shorter licensing arrangement for the film’s music. According to the announcement, the deal gives T-Series exclusive commercial exploitation rights over the film’s musical assets worldwide for the next five decades. This includes its songs, music videos and associated publishing interests. The arrangement is positioned as a long-term acquisition rather than a temporary or short-duration licensing agreement. A T-Series spokesperson clarified the nature of the deal, stating, "There is no transient licensing structure or short-term handover at play. T-Series has locked in an absolute 50-year commercial monopoly over the audio and music video ri...

Actress Sharvari has added a personal touch to her promotional wardrobe for Yeh Prem Mol Liya by reimagining her mother’s treasured pink Patola saree. Sharing pictures of the look on social media, the actress revealed the emotional story behind the heirloom, describing it as a symbol of her mother’s love, pride and blessings. The saree holds a special place in Sharvari’s family, having been worn by her mother over the years and associated with several cherished memories. According to the actress, her mother gifted it to her after watching her song ‘Jhumka Patola’ for the first time. The gesture made the outfit particularly meaningful, turning it into more than just another look for a promotional appearance. Sharvari chose to give the traditional garment a fresh interpretation while retaining its sentimental value. The process also involved looking through old photographs of her mother wearing the saree, allowing the actress to revisit the memories attached to it before presenting the ...

The makers of Namit Malhotra’s Ramayana have unveiled the first look of Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanakha, introducing another significant character from the Indian epic. The newly released poster presents the actor as the Princess of Janasthan, offering audiences a glimpse of her appearance in the ambitious two-part cinematic adaptation. Sharing the poster, the makers captioned it, “Jansthan ki Rajkumari, Surpanakha. Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanakha,” confirming her casting in the role. In the first look, Rakul appears in a royal ensemble featuring intricate detailing, ornate gold jewellery and an elaborate headpiece, reflecting the visual design created for the character. Speaking about her association with the project, Rakul said, “Being a part of Namit Malhotra’s Ramayana and playing Surpanakha is a truly special experience for me. She is a character with a significant place in this epic, and exploring her world has been an incredible journey as an actor. To be part of a story that h...

With Mirzapur: The Movie now streaming on Prime Video India following its theatrical run, actor Mohit Malik has opened up about playing Birju Lohar in the crime drama. Reflecting on his experience, the actor discussed the challenge of portraying a character whose actions and motivations exist in shades of grey, making him an intriguing addition to the Mirzapur universe. The franchise has built its narrative around characters who frequently blur the lines between right and wrong. Birju Lohar fits into this morally complex world, with his flaws, questionable decisions and unpredictable nature shaping his character. For Mohit, the challenge was to understand Birju’s motivations without judging him through the lens of his own personal beliefs. Rather than categorising Birju as either good or bad, the actor approached the role by examining the circumstances and emotions that influence his decisions. According to Mohit, portraying such characters requires an actor to understand the reasonin...

Sara Ali Khan's recent visit to Kedarnath Temple has led to a religious controversy after Uttar Pradesh-based Islamic cleric Maulana Mufti Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi reportedly issued a fatwa over the actress offering prayers at the shrine. Sara visited Kedarnath on October 25 and was reportedly seen waiting in the queue for darshan before offering prayers with folded hands. Media reports also said that she participated in puja and aarti and visited the Bhukunt Bhairav Temple. Reacting to the visit, the cleric said that Islamic Sharia does not permit Muslims to participate in religious practices associated with another faith. “I want to make it clear that Islamic Sharia does not permit its followers to engage in shirk,” the cleric said, as reported by Bhaskar English. He further added, “This means that no Muslim, whether a man or a woman, is allowed to adopt the religious practices of another faith or worship at a temple.” The cleric reportedly described such acts as “impermissible...

The makers of Gunmaaster G9 are gearing up to release the film’s next song, ‘Dard-E-Dil Dard-E-Jigar.’ The track is set to arrive tomorrow and features Himesh Reshammiya and Akasa Singh on vocals, with lyrics penned by Sonia Kapoor Reshammiya. The song announcement comes as the film’s music album continues to take shape. ‘Dard-E-Dil Dard-E-Jigar’ follows ‘Afsaana Banaaya Aapne’ and ‘Do Din Ki Zindagi,’ adding another track to the album ahead of the film’s theatrical release on November 27, 2026. Himesh Reshammiya, who is also composing the music for Gunmaaster G9, has joined Akasa Singh for the upcoming track. The lyrics have been written by Sonia Kapoor Reshammiya. Gunmaaster G9 is directed by Aditya Datt and produced by Deepak Mukut, Hunar Mukut and Sangeeta Ahir under Soham Rockstar Entertainment. The film is presented by Soham Rockstar Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., with Pen Movies handling its distribution and Phars Films distributing it overseas.   View this post on Instagram ...