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Pritish Nandy Communications to receive Rs 2.55 crores in settlement linked to Kaante dispute: Report

The Bombay High Court has disposed of a commercial appeal involving Sanjay Gupta’s production banner White Feather Films and Pritish Nandy Communications after both parties agreed to settle the matter through consent terms. According to a report by Film Information, the dispute pertained to Commercial Appeal (Lodging) No. 9838 of 2026. The settlement was accepted by the Bombay High Court through an order dated April 21, 2026, which was uploaded on April 23. As part of the agreement, Pritish Nandy Communications will receive a lump sum net amount of Rs 2.55 crores within 60 days. The settlement amount is lower than the original claim of Rs 3.52 crores along with applicable interest. The report further stated that if the agreed amount is not paid within the stipulated period, the original litigation proceedings would continue. The legal dispute traces its roots back to a 2016 arbitration award connected to the film Kaante. Under that award, White Feather Films had reportedly been direct...
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FACT CHECK: Kareena Kapoor NOT offered Salman Khan’s Raj & DK film; casting to begin only in June

Last week, an international portal reported that Kareena Kapoor has been offered a key role in Salman Khan's next with the director duo Raj and DK. But it turns out to be absolutely fake news. A source told Bollywood Hungama, "Kareena has not even met Raj and DK or Salman Khan. The script is still being written, and the makers will proceed to casting only towards the end of June. Right now, the only actor locked for the film is Salman Khan, and there has been no conversation around the female lead." The source also reports that the team could go a little younger with the cast, as the dynamic between Salman and the female lead is far from what we see in conventional commercial films. "A call will be taken in June. It's a good suggestion out of someone's imagination to cast Kareena in the film, but unfortunately, there is no truth to the report." Raj and DK are presently writing the script of this retired superhero film, and the narration with Salman will...
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EXCLUSIVE: Aakhri Sawal makers plan Delhi premiere on May 13; politicians and top dignitaries expected to attend

The makers of Aakhri Sawal are reportedly preparing for a grand premiere event in Delhi on May 13, just days ahead of the film’s theatrical release. According to industry sources, the event is expected to be one of the biggest film premieres hosted in the national capital in recent years, with several prominent personalities from the entertainment, political and administrative sectors likely to attend. The premiere has already generated considerable buzz within Delhi’s social and political circles. Senior politicians, bureaucrats and well-known public figures have reportedly been invited to the event, which is expected to become a major talking point ahead of the film’s release on May 15, 2026. The upcoming film arrives months after Sanjay Dutt impressed audiences with his performance in the Dhurandhar duology. Aakhri Sawal was initially slated to release on May 8 but was later postponed by a week. The delay appears to have helped the makers build further anticipation around the proje...
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Bhumi Pednekar exits The Royals Season 2 as makers shift focus from romance to royal family drama

The Royals, which quickly grabbed attention after the release of its first season, is now undergoing a major creative shift ahead of Season 2. According to recent reports, leading lady Bhumi Pednekar has exited the Netflix show as the makers plan to move the narrative away from its central romance and deeper into the complexities of the royal family drama. The series, which also marked the OTT debut of veteran actor Zeenat Aman, had ended its first season on an unresolved romantic note. However, sources suggest that the second season will now focus more heavily on the larger royal universe and family dynamics that resonated strongly with viewers. A source close to the production shared, “When you do a romance, it is the story that leads. When the show came out, what resonated [with the audience] was the family Ishaan [Khatter], Sakshi [Tanwar], Zeenat, and the world of The Royals which feels different. We left season one at an unresolved romance. There was no decision to carry it forw...
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Shilpa Shetty to host cooking reality show Maa Hai Na; Ssunita and Tina Ahuja to join as contestants

On the occasion of Mother’s Day, Shilpa Shetty announced her upcoming Zee5 reality show Maa Hai Na. The actress also revealed that the shoot for the show has already commenced, marking her latest venture into the non-fiction entertainment space. Known for her association with wellness, fitness and food-related content, Shilpa appears set to headline a cooking-based reality format that aligns closely with her public image. Over the years, the actress has built a strong digital presence through her popular Sunday Binge videos and YouTube content centred around recipes and healthy eating. According to reports surrounding the show, Maa Hai Na will feature a combination of celebrity contestants and social media personalities competing in various culinary challenges, games and entertainment segments. Shilpa Shetty will serve as the host of the series. Among the names associated with the show are Ssunita Ahuja and Tina Ahuja, who are expected to participate as a mother-daughter duo. The pair...
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Babil Khan to make Malayalam debut in Babu Janardhanan’s Gandhi Bazar Sunday Market

Babil Khan is set to embark on an exciting new chapter in his acting journey as he will be making his Malayalam cinema debut with filmmaker Babu Janardhanan’s upcoming directorial titled Gandhi Bazar Sunday Market. The project will Babil step into the rich and nuanced world of Malayalam storytelling, an industry celebrated for its depth and authenticity. Having steadily carved a space for himself through emotionally resonant performances and unconventional choices, Babil’s foray into Malayalam cinema underscores his commitment to pushing creative boundaries and embracing stories across languages. The film will feature Babil alongside an accomplished ensemble cast including Aparna Balamurali, Deepak Parambol, Nikhil Nair, Johny Antony, Jagadish, Sudheer Karamana, Unni Raja, Athmiya, and Jayashankar. As per sources, “Babil has always been drawn to stories that challenge him and allow him to grow as an artist. Stepping into Malayalam cinema with a project of this scale and creative depth...
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Will Chief Minister Vijay bring back Tamil Nadu's 4 AM FDFS culture? Exhibitors make an EMOTIONAL appeal: "Early morning shows are the lifeline of cinemas"

There was a time when cinemas would screen just four shows a day, usually beginning around 11:30 am or 12 noon. But with the advent of multiplexes, the system changed. Exhibitors began experimenting with 9:00 am and 10:00 am shows, and the strategy worked. For high-profile releases, cinemas even started organizing shows earlier than that, at 8:00 am, 7:00 am and, in some cases, even at 5:00 am or 6:00 am. However, Tamil Nadu stands out as the only state where early-morning shows are tightly regulated. Here, the first regular show generally begins around 10:30 am or 11:00 am. For big-ticket releases, producers and distributors seek special permission from the state government, after which theatres are usually allowed to start shows from 9:00 am. However, shows at 4:00 am or even earlier have not been permitted in Tamil Nadu in recent times. The last major instance took place during the Pongal 2023 clash between Ajith Kumar’s Thunivu and Vijay’s Varisu. While Thunivu had shows beginning...
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