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Could Yash’s Ravana steal the thunder from Ranbir Kapoor’s Lord Ram? The STAR POWER battle inside Ramayana

Ramayana is being positioned as one of the grandest films ever mounted in Indian cinema. With Ranbir Kapoor playing Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi portraying Goddess Sita and Yash taking on the role of Ravana, Nitesh Tiwari’s ambitious project brings together some of the industry’s biggest names. But beyond its scale and technological ambition, the film presents a fascinating star-power experiment. Can Yash, who became a pan-Indian phenomenon through KGF, attract as much attention as Ranbir Kapoor, the actor playing the central protagonist? The question isn’t about which character is more important to the story. Lord Rama is the moral and narrative centre of the epic, while Ravana represents its formidable opposition. Rather, it concerns an interesting phenomenon in commercial cinema. Audiences are often fascinated by a larger-than-life antagonist. Hindi cinema has a long history of memorable villains. Gabbar Singh, Mogambo and several other iconic antagonists continue to occupy an extraordin...
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Anushka Sen joins Bonkers Corner as brand ambassador

Actor Anushka Sen has been named brand ambassador for fashion label Bonkers Corner, marking another association for the actor in the fashion and lifestyle space. Known for her work across television and digital platforms, Anushka has also built a presence in fashion through her contemporary style. Her association with Bonkers Corner comes as the brand continues to focus on streetwear and casual clothing. The partnership is part of a wider campaign by Bonkers Corner centred on brand authenticity and the issue of counterfeit products. The campaign also features Major Rishabh Singh Sambyal (Retd.) and entrepreneur Namita Thapar, bringing together personalities from different fields to highlight the importance of protecting genuine brands and their identity. Bonkers Corner offers streetwear and everyday clothing inspired by contemporary fashion trends. Its collections focus on casual silhouettes and designs aimed at younger consumers. For Anushka, the association adds to her work beyond a...
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EXCLUSIVE: Bombay High Court sets aside IMPPA’s award against Nikhil Dwivedi’s Saffron Magicworks

In a significant legal victory for producer Nikhil Dwivedi’s Saffron Magicworks, the Bombay High Court has set aside an award dated July 3, 2026, passed by the Indian Motion Picture Producers’ Association (IMPPA) against the production house, bringing the proceedings in the present suit to an end. According to a statement issued by Saffron Magicworks, the court set aside the impugned award passed by IMPPA’s Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC), with the court recording that the suit stood disposed of and nothing further survived for consideration in the pending applications. The development follows an interim order dated September 9, 2026, passed by Justice Arif S Doctor, under which the court had restrained IMPPA from declaring Saffron Magicworks a defaulter consequent to the disputed award until further orders. The September order had also recorded a statement made on instructions by counsel for Defendant No. 2 that the party would not act upon the impugned award. Saffron Magicworks h...
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Ganesh Acharya turns lyricist for the first time with ‘Kar Mehnat’, sung by Sonu Nigam

Choreographer and filmmaker Ganesh Acharya has turned lyricist for the first time with ‘Kar Mehnat’, an inspirational song from his upcoming directorial venture Ganesh: Dust to Stardust. Sung by Sonu Nigam and composed by Junaid Kumar, the track focuses on hard work, perseverance and the determination to pursue one’s goals despite challenges. The song comes ahead of the film’s theatrical release on December 11, 2026. Acharya, who has spent decades working across choreography, acting and filmmaking, has now added songwriting to his creative pursuits by penning the lyrics for the track. Speaking about the song, Acharya said, “‘Kar Mehnat’ is a very special song for me because, for the first time, I have written lyrics for a song in my own film. I have always believed that there is no substitute for hard work. No matter who you are or where you come from, everyone has dreams, and everyone faces challenges. This song is for every person who is working hard to achieve something in life. I ...
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CID producer BP Singh dies of heart attack; Ashoke Pandit pays tribute, calls him “a brilliant filmmaker”

Filmmaker and television producer BP Singh, best known for producing the popular crime shows CID and Aahat, has passed away following a heart attack. Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit shared the news on social media on Tuesday, October 27, and paid tribute to Singh, remembering him for his contribution to Indian television and their association through the Indian Film and Television Directors’ Association (IFTDA). In his Instagram post, Pandit expressed grief over Singh’s demise and described him as a talented filmmaker whose work influenced generations of television professionals. “Sad to know about the demise of an ace Producer Director B.P.Singh ji due to massive heart attack today early morning,” Pandit wrote. He further remembered Singh for creating crime and horror shows that became familiar names among Indian television audiences. “A brilliant filmmaker who captivated the nation with his crime shows C.I.D and AAhat. His work is still & will continue to be a an inspiration to generati...
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Ali Abbas Zafar wraps up shooting for Ahaan Panday-Sharvari starrer Beparwah; says returning to YRF feels like “coming back home”

Filmmaker Ali Abbas Zafar has wrapped up shooting for Beparwah, his upcoming romantic action-drama starring Ahaan Panday and Sharvari. The director announced the development on social media, sharing a behind-the-scenes video featuring pictures from the film’s sets in Punjab. In his Instagram post, Zafar reflected on the experience of making the film and returning to Yash Raj Films (YRF), where he previously directed Sultan and Tiger Zinda Hai. He wrote, “It’s a Film Wrap on BEPARWAH In Punjab , it’s been an incredible emotion Journey , coming back to direct for @yrf feels like coming back home ❤️. Thank you to the entire Cast and Crew of the Film , can’t wait to bring this to Theatres . Rab Rakha .” Sharvari, who stars in the film alongside Ahaan Panday, reacted to the post with a comment that read, “Sir! ♥️🧿🥹🤞🏻”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Ali Abbas Zafar (@aliabbaszafar) Beparwah marks Ahaan Panday and Sharvari’s first on-screen pairing Beparwah b...
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HYBE INDIA AUDITION: Final call enters final 5 days as applications close on October 31

With just five days remaining before online applications for the HYBE INDIA AUDITION: FINAL CALL close on October 31, aspiring performers across India and the global Indian diaspora have one last opportunity to apply for HYBE INDIA’s search for its next generation of global pop stars from India. The HYBE INDIA AUDITION began on March 31, with applications open until July 31 and an audition tour spanning 15 cities across India and international markets. Following the response to the audition, HYBE INDIA introduced the Final Call in September, expanding the search to eight additional cities across India. Rooted in the belief that talent can be found anywhere, the expansion aimed to go deeper into the country, reaching aspiring performers across cities, towns and communities and creating more opportunities for young women to take their first step towards the global stage. The HYBE INDIA Pop-up Parks also offered another avenue for talent to audition, taking the search beyond conventional...
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