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Yash’s Toxic teaser draws complaint from AAP Women’s wing to Karnataka commission: Report

The teaser for the much-anticipated Kannada film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, starring Yash, has drawn formal objection from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Women’s Wing, which has submitted a complaint to the Karnataka State Women’s Commission alleging the teaser contains “obscene visuals” that could negatively influence women, children and cultural values. The controversy adds to a growing public conversation about the boundaries of advertising content in Indian cinema. Released on January 8 — coinciding with Yash’s 40th birthday — the teaser quickly gained widespread attention for its stylised, bold imagery, including a brief intimate scene involving Yash and a woman inside a car. While some viewers have praised the teaser’s aesthetic and daring tone, others have criticised the material as inappropriate for general audiences. As per a report by NDTV, in its complaint, the AAP Women’s Wing argued that the visuals “adversely impact the social well-being of women and children” and un...

Mardaani 3 trailer shows Rani Mukerji in a relentless fight to rescue missing girls, watch

Bollywood actress Rani Mukerji is set to return as her iconic character Shivani Shivaji Roy in Mardaani 3, the third installment of the acclaimed crime thriller franchise. The recently released trailer paints a dark and intense picture of the film’s central investigation — a high-stakes race to rescue missing girls from sinister forces, raising the stakes for the fearless police officer. The trailer positions Shivani Shivaji Roy as a relentless cop willing to confront brutal realities in her pursuit of justice. The visuals showcase her in gritty confrontation scenes and tense investigative moments, underscoring the story’s urgent and emotionally charged narrative. Mardaani 3 continues the franchise’s legacy of confronting socially relevant and uncomfortable truths. The earlier films in the series addressed human trafficking and systemic violence; this chapter shifts focus to the chilling problem of girls disappearing across the country. Directed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Ad...

Sonu Sood donates Rs 22 lakhs to cow shelter in Gujarat

Actor and philanthropist Sonu Sood has once again stepped forward for a social cause, this time extending support to animal welfare. The actor has donated Rs 22 lakhs to a cow shelter in Gujarat, reinforcing his long-standing commitment to humanitarian and charitable initiatives. According to reports, the contribution was made to help sustain the operations of the shelter, which provides care, food and medical support to abandoned and injured cattle. The donation is expected to aid the day-to-day functioning of the facility, particularly at a time when many shelters face financial constraints. A PTI report quoted Sonu Sood sharing, “Caring for animals is as important as caring for humans. They depend on us for protection and dignity.” He further emphasised the need for collective responsibility when it comes to supporting such institutions that work quietly but consistently for animal welfare.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Sonu Sood (@sonu_sood) This i...

Suniel Shetty to launch ‘Jaate Hue Lamhon’ from Border 2 at Mumbai’s Navy Nagar: Report

The makers of the upcoming war drama Border 2 are expanding their promotional strategy with a series of high-profile events, and one such moment will see Suniel Shetty unveil the recreated version of the iconic song ‘Jaate Hue Lamhon’ in Mumbai’s Navy Nagar on January 12, ahead of the film’s theatrical release later this month. ‘Jaate Hue Lamhon’ is one of the most memorable tracks from the 1997 original Border, where it was picturised on Shetty himself. For the sequel, the song has been re-imagined with music by Mithoon and vocals by Roop Kumar Rathod, blending nostalgia with the emotional tone of the new film. In a first for the Border franchise’s promotional campaign, the launch will take place inside Mumbai’s Navy Nagar, a highly restricted Indian Navy residential cantonment in Colaba. This setting reinforces the film’s connection to India’s armed forces, underscoring its themes of military service and sacrifice. Army personnel and their families based in the cantonment are expec...

Saiyami Kher joins shoot of Vikram Phadnis’ next with Tahir Raj Bhasin and Vineet Kumar Singh in Mumbai

Actress Saiyami Kher is all set to begin the new year on an exciting note as she comes on board an untitled new project directed by ace designer-turned-filmmaker Vikram Phadnis. This project is produced by Reel Euphoria in association with Knight Sky Movies, has officially gone on floors, marking yet another significant milestone in Saiyami’s growing body of work. The upcoming project is a drama, with Saiyami headlining it in a powerful leading role along with Vineet Kumar Singh and Tahir Raj Bhasin. Announcing the project, Saiyami took to her Instagram to share a glimpse from her first day on set along with a spiral-bound copy of the film’s script. Captioning the post, she wrote, “And today every silent prayer finds its way home,” followed by another heartfelt note that read, “New Year, New Beginning. As always, I need all the wishes.” The post reflects both gratitude and excitement as she embarks on this new journey. This will be Vikram’s third directorial venture and his first di...

REVEALED: Land bought by Amitabh Bachchan for Rs 7 cr in 2007 near GIFT City, Gujarat now valued at WHOPPING Rs 210 cr; Abhishek to build massive project on the same land

On January 10, it emerged that Abhishek Bachchan is set to enter the real estate space with a project in GIFT City, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. He has entered into a profit-sharing agreement with producer and real estate mogul Anand Pandit for the development, which aims to create luxury residential, office and retail spaces spanning over one million sq ft of built-up area. Interestingly, reports also stated that the complex will come up on land purchased by Amitabh Bachchan over a decade ago, when he was Gujarat’s brand ambassador. Anand Pandit told Mid-Day that Amitabh has gifted the land to Abhishek. Meanwhile, further reports have surfaced about the land’s valuation then, and what it is estimated to be worth today. As per an article in Bhaskar, Amitabh Bachchan bought the land parcel for Rs. 7 crores from Virambhai Rudabhai Gamara of Chandlodiya, Ahmedabad. It is located at Shahpur village, very close to GIFT City. The deal was carried out by Rajesh Rishikesh Yadav, Managing Director o...

Mardaani 3 preponed to January 30, 2026; Rani Mukerji returns as Shivani Roy in darkest chapter yet

Yash Raj Films has officially amped up the excitement around one of its most celebrated franchises. The studio has announced that Mardaani 3, starring Rani Mukerji, has been preponed to January 30, 2026, moving the film closer to audiences ahead of schedule. Alongside the date announcement, the makers also unveiled the first poster, offering a gripping glimpse into what promises to be the darkest and most intense chapter of the franchise so far. For over a decade, Mardaani has stood tall as Hindi cinema’s biggest and only solo female-led cop franchise, earning widespread acclaim and cult status among viewers. With its third instalment, Rani Mukerji reprises her iconic role as Shivani Shivaji Roy, a fearless and uncompromising police officer who fights relentlessly for justice. According to YRF, Mardaani 3 will present a bloody and violent face-off between good and evil, as Shivani embarks on an extraordinary race against time to rescue scores of missing girls across the country. The ...