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EXCLUSIVE: Bhai Tera Star Hai targets 900–1000 screens despite Spider-Man: Brand New Day CLASH; Vivek B Agarwal says, “There was NO other viable weekend until February 2027-end”

The trailer of Bhai Tera Star Hai has caught attention thanks to its quirky content and Raghav Juyal’s promising performance. Interestingly, it’ll release on July 30 and thus clash with Spider-Man: Brand New Day. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, producer-director Vivek B Agarwal explained the strategy behind the release. Vivek B Agarwal said, “Honestly speaking, there’s no strategy. I did my homework. After the July 30 weekend, I don’t know if I’ll get another opportunity to release my film until the end of February 2027. There are either a couple of big Bollywood films, a solo monster film or a combination of Bollywood and pan-India South films. There’s something happening every week or every second week.” He added, “Moreover, I realized that apart from Dhamaal 4 in July, there was no substantial Hindi release until the middle of August. It was either a choice of clashing with a big Hindi film or releasing alongside Spider-Man. Hence, this was the only viable option....
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EXCLUSIVE: Spider-Man: Brand New Day tickets priced at MEGA BLOCKBUSTER rates, yet slightly below Dhurandhar The Revenge’s pricing; Gaiety-Galaxy, Maratha Mandir among FEW cinemas in India selling tickets below Rs. 200

With just five days to go for the release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the excitement is tremendous, to say the least. Advance ticket sales are extremely strong, indicating that the superhero film is set to record one of the biggest opening-day collections ever in India. Given the extraordinary buzz, the studio has decided to position the film in the highest ticket-pricing category. A trade source told Bollywood Hungama, “The studio has sent an email to exhibitors stating that Spider-Man: Brand New Day is the most anticipated film of the year, and not merely of the season. Hence, ‘keeping with the scale, legacy and premium positioning of this release’, it has decided to implement mega-blockbuster pricing bands for the film.” The mega-blockbuster pricing category is a relatively recent phenomenon and has previously been implemented for films that generated tremendous pre-release buzz, such as Pushpa 2 – The Rule, War 2 and Dhurandhar The Revenge. In accordance with this directive, the...
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Dharmendra Pradhan resigns: Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Aditi Rao Hydari, and other celebs hail students, call it a victory for youth voices

After days of nationwide protests over the alleged NEET paper leak and demands for education reforms, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned from his post. The development has prompted fresh reactions from several members of the film fraternity, many of whom had voiced support for the student-led movement over the past week. Several actors described the resignation as proof that peaceful, democratic protests can bring about change, while others urged the government to focus on long-term reforms in the education system. Take a look below:   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Fatima Sana Shaikh (@fatimasanashaikh)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Vijay Varma (@itsvijayvarma)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Aditi Rao Hydari (@aditiraohydari)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Ishaan (@ishaankhatter)   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Di...
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PVR INOX Q1 results: Profit at Rs 56.5 crore, revenue up 10.4%, box office surges

PVR INOX reported a strong turnaround in the first quarter of FY27, posting a profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 56.5 crore, compared to a Rs 54 crore loss during the same period last year. The multiplex operator also recorded a 10.4 percent increase in consolidated revenue, which rose to Rs 1,622.2 crore from Rs 1,469 crore a year ago. The company's performance comes alongside a robust recovery in the theatrical business, with India's total box office collections growing 20 percent year-on-year during the quarter. Strong film slate boosts admissions PVR INOX credited the quarter's performance to a healthy mix of Hindi, regional and Hollywood films. Among Hindi releases, Bhoot Bangla, Cocktail 2 and Main Wapas Aunga emerged as strong performers. Regional cinema also delivered impressive growth, led by films such as Raja Shivaji (Marathi), Drishyam 3 (Malayalam) and Karuppu (Tamil). Hollywood titles also contributed significantly, with non-franchise films including Project Hail M...
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Sammy Nanwani announces October 2026 release for Jai Hind, Jai Sindh: A Love Story

Producer Sammy Nanwani has announced that his upcoming film, Jai Hind, Jai Sindh: A Love Story, will release in theatres in October 2026. The film is set during India’s Partition and follows a story of love, loss, and hope. It traces the journey of people whose lives were changed by the event, while also highlighting the culture and heritage of the Sindhi community. Speaking about the film, Nanwani said the story was inspired by the experiences of his family members who lived through Partition. He said their memories of leaving their homes and starting life again inspired him to bring this story to the screen. “Jai Hind, Jai Sindh: A Love Story is a tribute to the strength of people who rebuilt their lives after Partition,” Nanwani said. “Through this film, we also want to celebrate Sindhi culture and share its history with a wider audience,” he added. The film combines romance with a historical backdrop, showing how personal relationships are shaped by larger events. Along with its l...
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Amit Rai directorial Ohh My Dog gets U/A certificate after CBFC orders 7 changes

Ohh My Dog, the upcoming film directed by Amit Rai, has been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification with a U/A rating, though not without conditions. The board has asked the makers to carry out seven modifications before the film can be released in theatres. What the CBFC has flagged Among the changes ordered, references to brands including ‘Truecaller’ and ‘Dettol’ have been muted, as has a cuss word used in the film. A scene involving a dog has been shortened by two seconds, while a photo frame of Lord Hanuman appearing in another sequence has been blurred. The board has also directed the team to add two disclaimers, one addressing child labour, since the theme features in the film’s narrative, and another on human trafficking. Rai calls the process smooth this time Speaking to Variety India about the certification, Rai said he was pleased with how things had gone this time around, calling the suggested cuts workable. “I am supremely happy. They have given me cuts that a...
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Pooja Bhatt SLAMS Delhi University’s advisory asking students to avoid Jantar Mantar protests: “Support their right to speak out”

Actress and filmmaker Pooja Bhatt has criticised Delhi University's advisory asking students and faculty members to stay away from the ongoing protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. Sharing her views on social media, she argued that young people should be encouraged to exercise their right to speak instead of being discouraged from participating. The university's advisory comes amid the continuing protests over irregularities in the education system, including the NEET paper leak controversy. Protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) have expanded beyond Delhi to cities such as Mumbai and Bengaluru, with protesters demanding accountability and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Delhi University urges students to stay away from protests On Thursday, Delhi University issued a public advisory through its official social media handles, urging students and faculty members to avoid what it described as unlawful assemblies at Jantar Mantar. The advi...
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