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Kesari Chapter 3 Exclusive: Akshay Kumar’s Franchise Gears Up For A Revolution, Karan S Tyagi Confirms, “There Are Many More Installments…”

Karan Singh Tyagi Opens Up On Kesari Chapter 3 Plans After Kesari Chapter 2! ( Photo Credit – YouTube ) Akshay Kumar’s Kesari Chapter 2 has been winning accolades since the day it dropped its teaser! Based on the horrific tale of Jallianwala Bagh, courtroom drama is being hailed as one of the finest performances by all the actors in the film. Now, director Karan Singh Tyagi in an exclusive conversation with Koimoi confirmed that the sequel will now grow into a franchise and they have a strong reason to do so! For the unversed, the film produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions and Leo Media Collective is one of the finest stories from the hidden chapters of history! While all of us have certainly read about the Jallianwala Bagh tragedy, what we have not been told were the events that led to the horrific day. Kesari Chapter 2 highlights how a man called C Sankaran Nair made sure that the genocide, which was a blot on the British Government, got called out by the world, and he f...

Sholay’s Gabbar Singh Wasn’t Originally Meant For Amjad Khan – Guess Who Was First?

Amjad Khan As Gabbar Singh (Photo Credit – YouTube) Gabbar Singh is one of the most iconic villains ever seen on the Indian screen. His chilling lines, rugged look, and terrifying presence have been immortalized in Bollywood history. But there’s a surprise fact: Amjad Khan, who made the role legendary, was never the first choice to play Gabbar in Sholay. Danny Denzongpa Was the First Choice for Gabbar Singh The role of Gabbar Singh was initially offered to Danny Denzongpa . However, owing to previous commitments with Feroz Khan’s Dharmatma, he could not pursue the opportunity. It was a tough call, especially because Gabbar was such a strong character. However, Danny later said he had no regrets, adding that the role went to the right person. He recalled (Via Spotboye ), “I knew the Gabbar character was fabulous but my conscience guided me to take the right decision. I have no regrets at all. If I had done Sholay we would have missed seeing all the wonderful performances of a won...

Maalik First Look: Rajkummar Rao Turns Fierce Gangster In Upcoming Action Thriller

Rajkummar Rao In Maalik (Photo Credit – Instagram) Rajkummar Rao is all set to surprise fans with his most intense transformation yet in Maalik, an upcoming action-packed drama that’s slated for a theatrical release on July 11, 2025. The makers—Tips Films and Northern Lights Films—have officially announced the new release date of the highly anticipated film, which sees Rao donning the role of a ruthless gangster. From the first look alone, it’s clear that Maalik will showcase a fiercer, grittier side of the actor, known for his emotionally nuanced performances in films like Shahid, Trapped, and Omerta . Directed by Pulkit, the film promises an adrenaline-fueled narrative paired with stylish visuals and raw action. Pulkit, best known for his storytelling in thrillers and intense dramas, adds his signature touch to this gangster saga. Currently in post-production, Maalik is shaping up to be one of the most exciting releases of 2025. Trending Why Mohanlal’s Drishyam 3 Bilingu...

Sai Pallavi’s Role In Ramayana Almost Went To Srinidhi Shetty — Here’s Why She Opted Out

Sai Pallavi Ramayana Role(Photo Credit –Instagram) Nitesh Tiwari’s epic vision for Ramayana is shaping up to be one of the most awaited cinematic experiences in recent times. With Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash taking on the role of the menacing Ravana, and Sai Pallavi as the graceful Goddess Sita, expectations are sky-high. But did you know that Sai Pallavi wasn’t the original choice for the role? Srinidhi Shetty Was Almost Finalised – Here’s Why She Turned It Down In a recent interview with Siddharth Kannan, KGF actress Srinidhi Shetty spilled the beans about nearly stepping into Sita’s sandals. She revealed that she gave a full-fledged screen test for the role and got a very positive response from the team. She shared, “I did give a screen test and met them for Ramayana. I remember preparing three scenes very nicely. They also had a great response and loved my test.” However, the timing didn’t sit right for her. Srinidhi explained that KGF: Chapter 2 had just released, and ...

Ground Zero Review On X (Twitter): “Brilliant Storytelling”, “Cinematic Spectacle” – Netizens Give Emraan Hashmi Starrer A Thumbs Up!

Ground Zero Review On X (Formerly Twitter)(Photo Credit –Facebook) Emraan Hashmi has arrived with his action thriller, Ground Zero. Co-starring Sai Tamhankar and Zoya Hussain, it is a blessing in disguise that the film arrived days after the Pahalgam terrorist attack. The on-ground buzz is low, but word-of-mouth is expected to boost after the fantastic early reviews. Scroll below to know what the netizens are saying! Ground Zero is based on the story of BSF officer Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey, who led an operation to kill the top-ranking commander of Jaish-e-Mohammed, Ghazi Baba, aka Rana Tahir Nadeem. It was shot dominantly in Jammu & Kashmir. The makers also held a historic premiere for BSF Jawans in Srinagar. The occupancy isn’t upto the mark for Emraan Hashmi starrer. However, the limited audience that watched the film earlier today gave it a huge thumbs up. A user tweeted, “Ground Zero feels different, in the best way. It’s rooted in reality, and you can feel that honesty ...

When Amitabh Bachchan’s First GF Was Considered Too Flamboyant To Be A Bachchan Bahu: “You Won’t Be Able To Spend Your Life With…”

Here’s Why Amitabh Bachchan Parted Ways With His First GF(Photo Credit –Facebook) Superstar Amitabh Bachchan’s glorious contribution to Indian cinema has been unparalleled, but his personal life also made quite a lot of noise along with it. The actor who has been married to actress-politician Jaya Bachchan, was also romantically linked to Rekha, which had grabbed several eyeballs. However, his first girlfriend was said to be a British Airways employee whom he had briefly dated before stepping into the film industry actively. According to India.com , in an interaction with the Meri Saheli podcast, author and film historian Hanif Zaveri revealed that Amitabh Bachchan’s first relationship was with a woman named Maya who was an employee of British Airways. Hanif revealed that the Kalki 2898 AD actor began a whirlwind romance with the woman when he was also working with the same company. The duo were reportedly madly in love but fate had some other plans. When Amitabh Bachchan was loo...

Shah Rukh Khan’s Unexpected Improvisation In DDLJ Made These Scenes Timeless—Find Out Which Ones!

Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge Iconic scenes ( Photo Credit – Facebook ) Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, better known as DDLJ , isn’t just a film, it’s an emotion for Shah Rukh Khan fans. This 1995 romantic drama by Aditya Chopra gave us a love story that redefined romance for generations. From Raj’s carefree charm to Simran’s emotional dilemma, it had everything. But did you know some of the most iconic scenes were never in the script? Yes, Shah Rukh Khan’s on-the-spot improvisations took the magic to a new level. SRK’s Emotional Goodbye Was Never in the Script One of the most emotionally loaded scenes in DDLJ is when Simran bids goodbye to Raj at the London station. She thanks him for everything and asks if he’ll attend her wedding. In a move that shattered hearts across the nation, Raj simply says, “Nahi, main nahi aaunga” and walks away. What made this moment even more special? Shah Rukh Khan came up with that line himself. Director Aditya Chopra had originally planned for Raj to ...

This Amitabh Bachchan Sequel Is Exactly What Bollywood Needs—But Is It Really Happening?

Bollywood Thriller With Superstar In Talks ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) After a lean phase in the 1990s, legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan made an illustrious comeback by first appearing in the popular quiz show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati.’ This was followed by a string of successful movies like Mohabbatein and Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. Another one of those films was ‘Aankhen,’ which came out in 2002. The stylishly executed heist thriller is still regarded as one of the most unique films of the early 2000s cinematic era. It also featured Akshay Kumar, Arjun Rampal, Paresh Rawal, and Sushmita Sen in pivotal roles. Aankhen received rave reviews from both critics and viewers at the time of its release. What Was Aankhen All About? The rather underappreciated film was based on a Gujarati stage play, and it was directed by Vipul Amritlal Shah (Director – Namastey London). The film’s basic plot follows the story of a genius but eccentric banker, Vijay Singh Rajput, who is unjustly fired f...

Abir Gulaal: IFTDA, FWICE Threaten Action Over Fawad Khan’s Casting After Pahalgam Terror Attack

IFTDA Abir Gulaal Protest(Photo Credit –Instagram) The Indian Film & Television Directors’ Association (IFTDA) has opposed the upcoming film Abir Gulaal, which stars Pakistani actor Fawad Khan and Bollywood’s Vaani Kapoor. The film was triggered after the recent Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir, which killed innocent people, mostly tourists. As the nation mourns, tempers are flaring, and the entertainment industry is being pulled into the eye of the storm. Ashoke Pandit Speaks Out – “Working with Pakistani Artists Is Unacceptable” Criticism intensified by casting Pakistani actor Fawad Khan in ‘ Abir Gulaal ‘ at this time when things were so dicey between India and Pakistan. Ashoke Pandit, who is the President of the Indian Film & Television Directors’ Association (IFTDA), had no hesitation in using words to condemn it. He told Hindustan Times, “This incident is an act of war against the nation. This isn’t the first time…these attacks have been ongoing for ...

Maranamass Box Office Day 13: Basil Joseph’s Hit Film Earns 67% Higher Than His Last Superhit, Still Far Away From Its Profit!

Maranamass Box Office Day 13: Basil Joseph’s Hit Is Far Away From His Last Superhit’s Profit! (Photo Credit – Instagram) Malayalam box office has welcomed another hit film at the box office . Starring Basil Joseph, Maranamass is now a hit and it stands at a total collection of 17.05 crore at the box office. The film is now moving towards the 20 crore mark! Surpasses Basil Joseph’s Last Superhit Basil Joseph has surpassed the lifetime collection of his last superhit film at the box office. It was Ponman who earned a total collection of 10.15 crore and churned out a profit of 235% at the box office. Basil Joseph’s new release, with its collection of 17.05 crore , has earned 67.8% higher than his last film in only 13 days! Maranamass Box Office Day 13 On the 13th day, Tuesday , Basil Joseph ‘s film earned only 65 lakh at the box office, which was a drop of 10% from the previous day’s 73 lakh . The film has been mounted on a budget of 8 crore , and in 13 days, i...

IMDb’s Most Anticipated Indian Film Of 2025: Raid 2, Retro, Or Bhool Chuk Maaf?

IMDb Ranking Most Anticipated Indian Titles(Photo Credit –Facebook) Many of you might be aware that the popular movie database entertainment portal IMDb houses a list/widget. The widget includes a list of the most anticipated Indian movies and shows based on real-time popularity, which is calculated by the number of pageviews these titles generate on IMDb. These titles are then ranked according to the aggregate number of pageviews by IMDb. The Winner Without beating around the bush, we’ll come straight to the point. So the film, which has topped IMDb’s most anticipated new Indian movies and shows list, is none other than Ajay Devgn’s eagerly anticipated movie ‘ Raid 2 ’. Raid 2 Release Date Raid 2 is all set for a theatrical release on 1st May 2025. After completing its theatrical run, the movie will start streaming on the Netflix OTT platform. Raid 2 Plot, Director & Cast Helmed by Raj Kumar Gupta (Director – Aamir, No One Killed Jessica, Raid), the film features Ajay Dev...