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Shivaleeka Oberoi and Abhishek Pathak welcome baby girl on Akshaya Tritiya; share heartfelt first announcement

Actor Shivaleeka Oberoi and producer-director Abhishek Pathak have embraced parenthood as they welcomed their first child, a baby girl, on April 19, 2026. The couple announced the happy news on social media, revealing that their daughter arrived on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya. Sharing the joyful update with fans and well-wishers, the new parents posted a heartfelt message along with an elegant announcement image. “Our little Goddess Laxmi has arrived on an auspicious day. A blessing in its purest form.” The announcement image featured an ornate gold-toned decorative design with circular patterns and floral detailing, creating a regal and celebratory aesthetic. The elegant metallic frame, paired with warm lighting in the background, added a graceful touch to the couple’s big reveal. In another emotional note within this photo, they wrote, “In a moment. our hearts found a whole new meaning! With immense love and gratitude. we welcome our precious Baby Girl! 19th April 202...

Tabu buys luxury apartment worth Rs. 10 crores in Versova’s Godrej Skyshore; Mumbai real estate move grabs attention

Tabu has reportedly added another premium address to her portfolio with the purchase of a luxury apartment in Mumbai’s sought-after Versova locality. According to property documents accessed through Liases Foras, the acclaimed actress has bought a new residence at Godrej Skyshore in Andheri West for Rs. 10 crores. The apartment is said to be spread across 2,153 sq. ft., making it a sizeable acquisition in one of Mumbai’s most competitive residential markets. A notable feature of the property is its spacious balcony area of approximately 127 sq. ft., considered a rare and highly valued amenity in the city where outdoor private space is often limited. As per the available documents, the transaction was reportedly registered on March 26, 2026. The actress is said to have paid a stamp duty of Rs. 5.24 lakhs along with a registration fee of Rs. 30,000. The deal also includes two dedicated parking spaces, adding further value to the premium purchase. Located in Versova, one of Mumbai’s pr...

Shah Rukh Khan’s Red Chillies and Yash Raj Films eye micro drama boom: Report

Two of Bollywood’s biggest production powerhouses — Yash Raj Films and Shah Rukh Khan-backed Red Chillies Entertainment — are reportedly exploring opportunities in the fast-growing micro drama segment, signalling a possible new content battle in 2026. According to multiple industry sources, both studios are independently assessing short-format scripted content through their digital divisions, as demand rises for quick, mobile-first entertainment built around binge-friendly episodes. While no official announcements have been made so far, insiders suggest the conversations are part of a wider shift among established studios looking to strengthen their digital footprint. Among the two, Yash Raj Films is believed to be further ahead in its strategy through YRF Entertainment, the company’s streaming-focused arm. Industry observers have linked this direction to the recent appointment of Saugata Mukherjee, whose arrival is being seen as a strong indicator of YRF’s intention to scale premium...

SCOOP: Sunny Deol-Aamir Khan-Rajkumar Santoshi's Lahore 1947 likely to be renamed Batwara 1947

In February 2026, Bollywood Hungama had reported that the makers of Lahore 1947 are looking for a change of title. We have now learned from sources that the film is likely to be rechristened as Batwara 1947. An article in Mid-Day on April 17 mentioned that the period drama has been tentatively titled as Batwara 1947. A source told Bollywood Hungama, "The makers prefer the title Batwara 1947. In all probability, this would be the title of the film once all the stakeholders agree to it. A clearer picture will emerge in a few weeks on this front." In February 2026, Bollywood Hungama carried a quote from a source that stated, "Lahore 1947 is based on the famous play ‘Jis Lahore Nai Dekhya’. Since the film is set in the Pakistani city and during the Independence period, the title Lahore 1947 was initially deemed suitable. But now the makers feel that there can be a better title that is apt for the story of the film." The film will release in cinemas on August 13, that...

EXCLUSIVE: Fact Check - Hrithik Roshan, Siddharth Anand's Fighter sequel is NOT in the making

Recently, an Instagram handle put up a news that a sequel to Fighter (2024) is being made and that the film would go on floors this year. On this post, Fighter's director and one of the producers, Siddharth Anand, commented with an evil eye emoticon. It was seen by many as a confirmation that the piece of news about Fighter 2 is indeed true. However, Bollywood Hungama has learned that there's absolutely no truth to Fighter 2 speculations. A source close to Hrithik Roshan said, "There is no discussion between Hrithik and Siddharth regarding Fighter 2. These rumours are baseless." Hrithik Roshan recently announced two projects as a producer, under the banner name of HRX Films. The actor has taken up an active role of creatively developing the web series Storm and the comedy film Mess, both backed by Amazon Prime Video. Alongside his duties as a Producer, Hrithik has been busy with the pre-production of his much awaited Krrish 4. Hrithik will be directing the superhero...

EXCLUSIVE: Raja Shivaji’s trailer to be launched in a GRAND event on April 20 in the presence of cast and crew

Jio Studios had a rocking start to 2026 with the blockbuster success of Dhurandhar The Revenge. They are now geared up for their next big outing, Raja Shivaji. The film releases two weeks from now and Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learned that the trailer will be unveiled in a grand fashion in a few days. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “The trailer of Raja Shivaji will be launched in a grand fashion at Jio World Drive, BKC, Mumbai. The entire star cast will be present, that is, Riteish Deshmukh, Genelia Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Vidya Balan, Mahesh Manjrekar, Fardeen Khan, Bhagyashree, Sachin Khedekar and others. Hence, this star-studded event will be one of the biggest of the year.” The source further said, “Ace music director duo Ajay-Atul and producer Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios will also be in attendance. The team will unveil not just the Hindi but also the Marathi version trailers of Raja Shivaji.” The source continued, “The Raja Shivaji anthem ‘Chhatrapati’ was lau...

EXCLUSIVE: In a RARE instance, Zee Studios joins hands with T-Series; to release Pati Patni Aur Woh Do

2026 is shaping up to be a strong year for comedies. The trend kick-started yesterday with Bhooth Bangla, and next in line is Pati Patni Aur Woh Do. Produced by T-Series, the film is set to be released by Zee Studios in an interesting and unexpected development. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Zee has come on board to distribute Pati Patni Aur Woh Do. This marks the second time after Jhund (2022) that Zee will be involved in the release of a T-Series film. It has already become a major talking point in the industry and trade circles. It also shows how new and surprising collaborations can emerge in the film business depending on the circumstances.” The source further said, “The upcoming posters and assets of Pati Patni Aur Woh Do are expected to carry the logo of Zee Studios.” Sources also said that a teaser of Pati Patni Aur Woh Do is likely to be out within a week. The comic entertainer releases in cinemas on May 15. Pati Patni Aur Woh Do stars Ayushmann Khurrana, Sara Ali Khan,...