TECH COMPARING

In a major reshuffle for Bollywood’s 2026 release calendar, Dhamaal 4 has officially moved from July 3 to July 17, 2026, avoiding a clash with Akshay Kumar’s mega comedy entertainer Welcome to the Jungle. Trade sources reveal that the decision came after a direct conversation between Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar, with both stars agreeing that two large-scale ensemble comedies releasing a week apart would impact each other’s box office potential. Instead of competing head-on, the actors reportedly chose a more strategic route, giving both films enough breathing space in theatres. Welcome to the Jungle, directed by Ahmed Khan, is locked for a June 26, 2026, release and boasts an ensemble cast featuring Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff, Raveena Tandon, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Johnny Lever, Lara Dutta, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor and several others. Meanwhile, Dhamaal 4 brings back franchise favourites Ajay Devgn, Riteish ...

Achieving a premier status as the most respected recognition for the "architects of the screen," the 7th edition of the SWA (Screenwriters Association) Awards has unveiled its full list of nominations. The awards will celebrate the groundbreaking films, series, and television shows of 2025 that pushed the envelope of storytelling in a grand ceremony set for May 23. The SWA awards are witnessing high-profile industry names—including Anurag Basu, Aditya Dhar, Sudip Sharma, and debutant Aryan Khan—landing major nominations across categories. In the Web Comedy/Musical/Romance segment, Aryan Khan’s debut work, The Ba***ds of Bollywood, has secured a significant footprint with three nominations across Best Story, Best Screenplay (co-written with Bilal Siddiqi and Manav Chauhan), and Best Dialogue, penned by Khan himself. The Web Drama category is a clash of heavyweights. Writers securing nominations across the Story, Screenplay, and Dialogue categories include Satyanshu Singh and ...

The Mumbai Crime Branch’s Property Cell has arrested businessman Nishit Patel in an alleged Rs 16.24 crores cheating case involving Habiba Jaffrey, the wife of Bollywood actor Jaaved Jaaferi. The case, considered high-profile, has been registered at Khar Police Station against six accused, including BMC Assistant Commissioner Mahesh Patil. The FIR names Nishit Patel, Mahesh Patil, Rupesh, Sagar Mehta, Devendra Padwal, and several others under Sections 318(4), 319(2), 336(2), 336(3), 338, 340(2), 341(1), 61(2), and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Police officials said the accused allegedly deceived the Jaffrey family by claiming they had close ties with influential builders and senior government authorities. They reportedly persuaded the family to invest crores of rupees in the “New Kamalkunj” redevelopment project located in Bandra West, promising high financial returns and speedy possession of the property. Investigators allege that forged paperwork, fake letters of intere...

Celebrity hairstylist Aalim Hakim has sparked conversation across the entertainment industry after sharing a strongly worded note on social media about the treatment of creative professionals working behind the scenes in films, shoots, and celebrity appearances. Aalim used Instagram to speak about the importance of respecting artists and crew members who help build a celebrity’s public image. In his note posted on May 15, 2026, Aalim wrote, “RESPECT THE ARTISTS BEHIND THE STAR. Hairdressers. Makeup Artists. Stylists. Assistants. Crew Members. Please don’t call them ‘just staff.’” He further highlighted the demanding nature of creative work in the entertainment industry, writing, “Behind every public appearance, every red carpet moment, every film look, every photoshoot, every close-up… there are creative people silently giving their heart, their time, their talent, and their energy to make someone shine.” The hairstylist also reflected on the personal sacrifices many crew members make...

Mouni Roy and her husband Suraj Nambiar have officially confirmed their separation after four years of marriage. The couple issued a joint statement on Thursday following days of intense speculation surrounding their relationship on social media. Rumours about trouble in their marriage first began circulating earlier this week after fans noticed that Mouni and Suraj had unfollowed each other on Instagram. Social media users also pointed out that several recent photographs featuring Suraj had reportedly been removed or archived from Mouni’s profile, while some wedding pictures continued to remain visible. Soon after, Suraj’s Instagram account was deactivated, adding further fuel to the speculation. The situation gained more attention when reports surfaced that actor Disha Patani, who is considered close to Mouni, had also unfollowed Suraj on the platform. Addressing the growing speculation, Mouni and Suraj released a joint note requesting privacy and urging media outlets to refrain fro...

Popular comedian and content creator Bhuvan Bam has sparked fresh buzz around the second season of his hit series Dhindora, with speculation growing about actor Rajpal Yadav possibly joining the cast. Recent interactions between Bhuvan Bam and Rajpal Yadav have sparked speculation around a possible collaboration for the much-awaited second season of Dhindora. A recent picture of Bam with Rajpal Yadav is fuelling conversations about the cast of his next long-format project. Sources suggest it could be Dhindora 2 which is currently in production and is expected to be mounted on a larger scale than the first season. The first season of Dhindora went on to become one of India’s most successful creator-led digital shows. While there has been no official confirmation from the makers or the actors yet, fans are already excited at the possibility of seeing Rajpal Yadav’s comic timing blend with Bhuvan Bam’s signature humour. The actor has been a part of several popular comedy films over the y...