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The biggest Bollywood news is the coming together of two epic filmmakers. Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Ketan Mehta are joining hands for Jai Somnath, a film that cinematizes the legend of the famous temple. Jai Somnath is described as a “seminal tale of Indian civilisation”. The lavish period drama is slated for release in 2027. Mehta is writing and directing the project, which will be produced by Bhansali Productions and Ketan Mehta’s Maya Movies. Speaking exclusively on the project to this writer, Sanjay Leela Bhansali said, “I’ve always been a huge huge fan of Ketan Mehta’s cinema. His Mirch Masala is one of my 10 most favourite Indian films of all times. We’ve been toying with the idea of working together. This project seems the best way to collaborate on something special.” The project was announced on Maha Shivratri as it is the cinematic manifestation of one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites located in Gujarat. Also Read: Karan Johar calls Sanjay Leela Bhansali an “A...

Parvathy Thiruvothu makes a striking impact with her special appearance in Tu Yaa Main, which was released on February 13, 2026. The National Award-winning actor collaborates with filmmaker Bejoy Nambiar in the film, playing a scuba instructor. A certain characteristic of her character makes for a narrative anchor for the plot and Parvathy delivers a subtle yet powerful performance that becomes crucial to the story, especially in the second half. In the film, Parvathy’s character meets Shanaya Kapoor’s character during a crucial phase in her life. Their interaction is warm and gentle, showing a softer side of Shanaya’s character, and their interaction builds a narrative anchor in the film for her. Parvathy’s role, while a special appearance, it leaves a lasting impact and reflects her strength in choosing meaningful characters. Her collaboration with Bejoy Nambiar also highlights their shared interest in layered storytelling. As Tu Yaa Main continues to attract audiences for its uniq...

After the phenomenal response to 'Matrubhumi,' which crossed 50 million views across platforms, Salman Khan Films now unveils the much-awaited Valentine’s special romantic track, 'Main Hoon,' from Battle of Galwan. Featuring Salman Khan and Chitrangda Singh, the full song is out now and beautifully captures the emotional heartbeat of the film. Sharing the song on the social media handle, the makers wrote, This Valentine’s, let love take over with #MainHoon, Song Out Now!" 'Main Hoon' perfectly embodies the love within a relationship, from moments of togetherness and laughter shared with family to the inevitable transition into solitude and silent longing. The song tenderly portrays the contrast in the life of a soldier’s family,  the warmth of happy days spent at home, followed by the quiet ache of separation when duty calls. This emotional shift is seamlessly woven into the narrative, making the song both intimate and deeply moving. Visually, the track ...

Marking one year of Chhaava, actor Vicky Kaushal took to social media on February 14, 2026, to express heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming love the film has received. Sharing throwback stills from the film along with behind-the-scenes moments featuring director Laxman Utekar, the actor reflected on the journey with a note of reverence. “I bow my head in gratitude to the great Maratha legacy and to all of you for celebrating it with us. Your love has truly been very special!,” he wrote. The post quickly drew reactions from fans and members of the film fraternity. Actor Nimrat Kaur dropped clapping hand emojis in the comments section, while fans revisited their experience of watching the historical drama. “Re-watched it last week on Netflix. Still gives the same goosebumps,” one user commented. Another wrote, “Such well-deserved praise and love!” A third shared a more critical take, commenting on the film’s background score but noting the sensitivity around expressing such opinion...

Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan has sold a duplex apartment in Mumbai’s Mahalaxmi area for Rs 14.5 crores, according to property registration documents accessed through Zapkey. The duplex is located on the 40th and 41st floors of Tower 4 (Strata) at Planet Godrej, a premium residential complex in central Mumbai. The transaction was registered on February 12, 2026. The apartment, with a total carpet area of 2,249 sq ft, was sold at a rate of Rs 64,473 per sq ft. The deal includes three car parking spaces. Documents show that the buyers — Rishi Mandawat, a partner at Bain Capital Private Equity, and Smita Mehta — paid a stamp duty of Rs 89.76 lakhs for the transaction. Mahalaxmi has emerged as a sought-after micro-market in recent years, witnessing steady activity in the luxury residential segment. Developments such as Planet Godrej have attracted high-net-worth individuals owing to their location and scale. The sale comes at a time when Bachchan has been expanding his footprint bey...

The Supreme Court of India on Friday granted interim bail to filmmaker Vikram Bhatt and his wife Shwetambari Bhatt in connection with a Rs. 30 crores cheating case lodged in Rajasthan. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi passed the order after the couple approached the apex court challenging the Rajasthan High Court decision that had earlier declined them bail. The matter pertains to allegations that funds collected for film production were allegedly diverted. The complaint was filed by Dr Ajay Murdia, associated with the Indira Group of Companies, which operates the fertility chain Indira IVF as well as Indira Entertainment LLP. Reports indicate that Bhatt and his wife were taken into custody in December 2025 and subsequently remanded to judicial custody. On January 31, the Jodhpur Bench of the Rajasthan High Court rejected their bail application, following which they moved the Supreme Court seeking relief. As per Bar and Bench, Senior Ad...