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Actor Randeep Hooda has taken his first step into entrepreneurship by joining as an investor in TeinPro, an Indian health and nutrition brand focused on clean, everyday protein solutions. The move reflects Hooda’s long-standing interest in disciplined living and mindful health choices, rather than a conventional celebrity business association. Founded by Chinmay Barik, Raghav Gupta and Kshitij Shokeen, TeinPro positions itself as a wellness brand aimed at addressing everyday nutritional gaps, particularly protein deficiency in Indian diets. The company currently offers protein and energy bars designed for people with active routines, long workdays, or those seeking balanced nutrition without extreme fitness messaging. Speaking about his association with the venture, Hooda explained that his decision was rooted in personal alignment rather than commercial intent. “I’ve never been someone who believes in attaching my name to things casually. For me, any association off screen has to fe...

After the historic success of Pathaan, Shah Rukh Khan and Siddharth Anand are reuniting for the second time on King. The film rides on a stellar star-cast with Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, Anil Kapoor, Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Arshad Warsi, Suhana Khan and Abhay Verma among others. Over the last few days, there has been a historic buzz around the release date of this tentpole actioner. Bollywood Hungama is bringing to all the readers an exclusive scoop on King. Reliable sources have confirmed that Shah Rukh Khan and Siddharth Anand have locked a Christmas 2026 release for King. "The duo of SRK and Sid were brainstorming several options for their release, and the two in the forefront were - December 4 and December 25. After weighing all options, they have locked a Christmas 2026 release for their action packed entertainer." The source also informed us further that the film is skipping the iconic December 4 window due to Ramayana. "SRK and S...

Last year, Aanand L Rai and Eros International locked horns after Eros re-released Raanjhanaa (2013) with an AI-altered ending. Now, in 2026, the dispute between the two parties have flared up again, this time over the Dhanush-Kriti Sanon starrer Tere Ishk Mein (2025). It has emerged that Eros International Media has filed a commercial IP suit in the Bombay High Court. The banner has accused Aanand L Rai and his production house, Colour Yellow Media Entertainment LLP, of trademark infringement and copyright infringement. Eros has alleged that Tere Ishk Mein was deliberately projected as a ‘spiritual sequel’ to Raanjhanaa without permission. As per a report in Bombay Times, Eros has also sought damages of Rs. 84 crores. The report adds that apart from Aanand L Rai and Colour Yellow, the suit also names T-Series, writer Himanshu Sharma and OTT partner Netflix. In its petition, Eros has stated, “The Plaintiff is the producer and exclusive owner of all intellectual property rights in the...

Popular singer B Praak has been issued a death threat and an extortion demand of Rs 10 crores by a caller claiming to be associated with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, according to a report by IANS. The development has prompted authorities to launch a formal investigation and tighten security around the artist. According to the complaint filed with the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Mohali, the threatening communication was received via calls and a voice message to Dilnoor, a close associate and friend of B Praak. The first contact came on January 5 in the form of missed calls from an international number, followed by another suspicious incoming call on January 6, which was disconnected after Dilnoor found the conversation odd. Shortly after, a voice message was sent to Dilnoor from the same overseas number. In the recording, the caller identified himself as Arju Bishnoi and demanded Rs 10 crores within one week. “Pass this message to B Praak that we want 10 crore. You have one w...

In a development that has caught the attention of the trade and industry, Jio Studios (the Media and Entertainment division of Reliance Industries Limited) has issued a Public Notice cautioning the film, media and entertainment industry about its contractual rights connected to Ali Abbas Zafar Films LLP and filmmaker Ali Abbas Zafar. The notice, published on January 17, 2026, in Atul Mohan’s Complete Cinema magazine by King Stubb & Kasiva, Advocates & Attorneys, states that pursuant to binding contractual arrangements entered into between Jio Studios, Ali Abbas Zafar Films LLP and Ali Abbas Zafar, with effect from September 30, 2025, Jio Studios “holds and continues to hold a first and paramount lien” on all incomes, revenues, receipts, proceeds and earnings of whatever nature and in whatever form, whether present or future, accruing from what the notice describes as “Commercial Engagements”. Importantly, the notice indicates that the lien is not restricted only to projects m...

Panorama Studios is proud to announce a long-term strategic distribution partnership with the legendary Century Films for the release of all the Studios’ Malayalam films. The partnership kicks off with the release of Rehman and Bhavana’s Anomie on 30th January, followed by Asif Ali–starrer Tikitaka, Production No. 3 featuring Kunchacko Boban and Lijomol Jose, and several other exciting projects in the pipeline. Century Films is helmed by veteran producer MC Phillip, popularly known as Century Kochumon, a name that commands immense respect in the Malayalam film industry. With a career spanning nearly five decades, Century Kochumon established Century Films in the mid-1970s, building one of the most credible and influential production banners in South Indian cinema. Over the years, Century Films has been instrumental in shaping Malayalam cinema, backing several landmark films and collaborating with some of the biggest names in the industry. Iconic superstars such as Mohanlal and Mammoo...