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EXCLUSIVE: Chand Mera Dil gets LONGER by 11 minutes just before release; CBFC clears extended cut with 8 new scenes

On Monday, Bollywood Hungama was the first one to inform readers about the censor details of this week’s release, Chand Mera Dil. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) passed the love story with a U/A 16+ certificate on May 8. The length of the film, as mentioned on the censor certificate, is 135.36 minutes. In other words, Chand Mera Dil is 2 hours, 15 minutes and 36 seconds long. It has now come to light that the makers have extended the film by 11 minutes. Yesterday, on May 20, the makers once again approached the CBFC to inform that they have voluntarily added some scenes to the film and wanted those portions cleared as well. Accordingly, the CBFC viewed the extended cut and passed the film. As per the list, 8 scenes have been added. While some are merely 9 seconds, 16 seconds and 35 seconds long, others have a duration ranging from 1 minute 1 second to 1 minute 34 seconds. One scene in the first half has a runtime of 3 minutes and 55 seconds. The total duration of these ...
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Bandar trailer out: Bobby Deol plays a fading star trapped in a twisted crime saga

After leaving the nation talking with its explosive teaser, the makers of Bandar have finally unveiled the trailer, and it takes you deeper into its world filled with twists, bold dialogues, amazing performances, and subtle humour. The film looks extremely engaging and unconventional in its approach to entertainment. With Bobby Deol collaborating with director Anurag Kashyap for the very first time, the actor has stepped into a truly unconventional role in an Anurag Kashyap film, delivering the kind of one-of-a-kind entertainment we have been waiting for. The trailer of Bandar dropped today, and in 2 minutes and a half, it does what most Hindi films take an entire first half to do: pull you in, knock you sideways, and refuse to tell you who to root for. While we see Bobby Deol attempting a very different role after his superhit streak with Animal and The Ba***ds of Bollywood, he is absolutely killing it. He appears smart, charming, and completely in sync with the madness surrounding h...
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Kartavya takes over Netflix: Saif Ali Khan starrer ranks one in India, and second in 16 countries

Red Chillies Entertainment’s Kartavya, which recently premiered on Netflix, is steadily emerging as one of the most talked-about crime dramas of the year. Starring Saif Ali Khan in the lead, the film has been making a powerful impact ever since its release and continues to dominate conversations not only in India but across global audiences as well. With its gripping narrative, compelling performances, and intense crime-driven storyline, the film has managed to strike a strong chord with viewers worldwide. The film has now created massive waves on Netflix with an impressive milestone to its name. Kartavya is currently trending at #1 in India and has secured the #2 position globally in the Global Top 10 Non-English Film category across 16 countries. The achievement reflects the film’s growing popularity and highlights how strongly it is resonating with viewers across different regions and markets. The unanimous appreciation pouring in from audiences and critics alike has further streng...
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EXCLUSIVE: Marathi film Deool Band 2 set for a HUGE start; sells 25,000 + tickets; popular series has a UNIQUE connection with Drishyam franchise

Marathi cinema had a tough time in 2025, but in 2026, it is expected to set new records. Krantijyoti Vidyalay Marathi Madhyam, which released on the first day of the year, collected around Rs. 25 crores. Raja Shivaji continues to remain strong, collecting Rs. 93.10 crores in 18 days and marching towards the Rs. 100 crore mark. And now, another film, Deool Band 2, is all set to surprise. The devotional cum drama film releases in cinemas tomorrow, that is, Thursday, May 21 and is set for a huge opening. As per the data accessed by Bollywood Hungama, Deool Band 2 has sold more than 25,000 tickets. Despite the film releasing on a non-holiday Thursday, several shows in cities like Mumbai and Pune are already fast-filling. The latter, it seems, is ahead of Mumbai and is driving the collections. City Pride, which has 7 cinemas in Pune, has sold more tickets than PVR Inox. MovieMax opened bookings for Deool Band 2 around 12 noon on Wednesday and within 4 hours, it sold 400 tickets, which is q...
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Dragon teaser confirms Sidhant Gupta's South debut; actor to play Jr NTR's on-screen brother

Sidhant Gupta is all set to make his much-awaited South debut with Jr NTR’s upcoming film Dragon. The teaser revealed that Sidhant will be playing the role of Boby Sarkar, the Wazir of ATC and will also be seen essaying the role of Jr NTR’s brother in the film. Interestingly, sources also suggest that Tovino Thomas was initially supposed to play the role. While the makers are keeping details under wraps, Sidhant’s intense and striking look in the glimpse has already created excitement among audiences. Over the years, Sidhant Gupta has carved a space for himself by taking on unique and layered characters that have resonated strongly with audiences. From his breakout performance as Jay Khanna in Jubilee to portraying Jawaharlal Nehru in Freedom at Midnight, the intense role of Charles Sobhraj in Black Warrant as well as memorable performances in Operation Romeo and Inside Edge, the actor has consistently impressed viewers with his honest and nuanced performances. With Dragon, audiences ...
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Gudgudi team announces two feature films ahead of Cannes 2026 screening

As their debut short film Gudgudi gears up for its screening at the Cannes Film Festival on May 20, filmmaker Manisha Makwana and producer Harshvardhan Patel of White Peacock Films have officially announced their next two feature film projects, marking a major milestone for the banner on the global stage. The first project is a folklore thriller centered around the chilling reality of witch hunting, with Manisha Makwana set to direct the feature, written by Yuvraj Gadhvi. Rooted in Indian folklore and social realities, the film aims to blend atmospheric storytelling with a hard-hitting narrative. The second announcement is a romantic drama to be directed by Amit Prem Mishra, with Manisha Makwana stepping in as producer alongside Harshvardhan Patel under the White Peacock Films banner. The announcements come at a significant moment for the team as Gudgudi, starring Ahsaas Channa, continues to generate excitement ahead of its Cannes screening on May 20. Speaking about unveiling their up...
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Kunal Kemmu’s second directorial Vibe locks September 18 release; Preity Zinta, Sparsh Shrivastava join cast

Amazon MGM Studios has officially announced the theatrical release date of Vibe, the upcoming action-comedy directed by Kunal Kemmu. The film is set to arrive in cinemas on September 18 and marks Kunal’s second directorial venture after the success of Madgaon Express. Produced by Kunal Kemmu and Chirag Nihalani under the banner of Drongo Films, Vibe also marks the first production venture for the studio. Alongside directing and writing the film, Kunal will also be seen playing one of the lead roles. The film stars Preity G Zinta, who makes her much-awaited return to the big screen, along with Sparsh Shrivastava and debutant Vanshika Dhir. Along with the release date announcement, the makers also unveiled the film’s first poster, which offers a stylish and intriguing glimpse into the world of Vibe. The poster features the silhouettes of the four lead actors standing against a glowing neon-lit sign reading “VIBE,” set against a city skyline at night. Bathed in shades of pink, purple, an...
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