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A blaze erupted at Film City, Mumbai, near the sets of Pati Patni Aur Panga and MTV Hustle 5, causing panic among crew members. Both production teams confirmed the incident and reported that everyone was safe, with no casualties. The cause of the fire remains unknown as authorities investigate the sudden outbreak.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Alia Bhatt are revisiting their shelved film Inshallah after completing Love And War. The project will feature a reworked script and a fresh cast, though the male lead remains undecided. Love And War, starring Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal, is slated for theatrical release on January 21, 2026.

Abhishek Varman is set to direct the large‑scale fantasy film Gadadhari Bheem for Dharma Productions. The script is reportedly finalized, and the team is now searching for a leading star. The project blends Indian mythology with cutting‑edge visual effects for a blockbuster theatrical experience.

Actress Rakul Preet Singh says she was not involved in the Income Tax searches linked to alleged film‑industry irregularities. She claims she has paid taxes since age 20 and holds no benami property. She urges media to retract unverified reports and correct the record.

Optimystix Entertainment is launching a new reality series called Game Changers, with actor R. Madhavan as host. The Dubai‑produced show will feature founders from around the globe pitching to an international panel of investors.

Shreyaa Chaudhry, known for Bandish Bandits, will play the lead opposite Ayushmann Khurrana in the upcoming Yash Raj Film and Posham Pa Pictures’ thriller Mupapa. The film, directed by Sameer Saxena, is in post‑production and aims for a February 19, 2027 theatrical launch. Chaudhry also signs exclusive YRF Talent management, joining a roster of top Bollywood stars.

Janhvi Kapoor condemned a morphed AI video of her from the Devara Part 1 song ‘Chuttumalle’. She warned that digital manipulation of women’s bodies is a form of sexual assault and urged society to respect consent. The actress highlighted the need for men to speak up against entitlement to violate boundaries.

Four new contestants—Nilina, Suvarna, Vipin and Vedangi—entered the Bigg Boss Malayalam 8 house on Day 28 after a major eviction that saw six players leave. Their arrival follows a dramatic Week 4 exit that reshaped the house’s dynamics. The fresh entrants must quickly adapt to existing rivalries and alliances.

The Malayalam thriller "Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar" is slated to hit Netflix on October 9, 2026, following its theatrical run. Director Shahad Nilambur’s film follows single‑mother cop Aleena Abraham as she and her team face a sudden police station incident. The cast also features Mathew Thomas, Unnimaya Prasad and Sidharth Bharathan.

The season’s first mass eviction saw Rakesh Jacob, Loletta Loryne Rodrigues, Sumesh Chandran, Gayathri Suresh, Jaseela Parveen and Sreelakshmi Arackal exit the house. Two more, Mridula Vijai and RJ Anjali, were sent to a secret room instead of being evicted. The move dramatically reshapes the competition’s dynamics.

Akshay Kumar and R Madhavan will team up again in an upcoming comedy directed by Sajid Khan. Disha Patani and Shriya Saran are added as the romantic leads, while the film will shoot a large schedule in London by late 2026 or early 2027. The project is produced by Ektaa R Kapoor and aims to be a fresh ensemble comedy.

Siddharth P Malhotra confirms a sequel to his hit film Ikka and a second season of the Netflix series Shaque. Both projects will follow new storylines, not continue the original arcs. The shows have topped charts in dozens of countries, earning the creator unprecedented call‑in requests.

Shabana Azmi joined the Cockroach Janta Party’s march in Mumbai’s Shivaji Park, urging citizens to protect their voting rights. The rally demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over the SIR exercise. Film stars like Naseeruddin Shah and Vishal Dadlani also attended.

Emraan Hashmi has just taken delivery of a brand‑new Mercedes‑Benz AMG G63, valued at ₹4.3 crore. The luxury SUV, which features a 4.0‑litre twin‑turbo V8 and a mild‑hybrid system, can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds. The purchase follows the actor’s recent box‑office success with Awarapan 2 and adds to his growing collection of high‑end cars.

Pen Marudhar secured the all‑India distribution rights to Gunmaaster G9 for over ₹35 crore and the Hindi version of Jailer 2 for more than ₹15 crore. The company believes the Emraan Hashmi‑starrer will thrive at the box office, bolstered by its earlier success with Awarapan 2. Jailer 2, starring Rajinikanth, Vidya Balan and Mithun Chakraborty, is set to release nationwide on October 15.

The Indian Ministry of Defence has approved the revised version of Salman Khan’s film Maatrubhumi, allowing it to be screened in theatres. The new cut portrays India‑China relations positively, addressing earlier concerns. The movie is slated for a post‑Diwali release on November 13, pending CBFC clearance.

Actor Dino Morea was summoned a second time by the Economic Offences Wing over alleged irregularities in the Mithi River desilting project. Phone records linked him to people involved in the case, prompting the fresh questioning. The probe also examines financial ties between the Morea brothers and the Kadam family, who face charges of inflating tender costs.

The comedy‑drama Udta Teer, starring Ayushmann Khurrana, has been moved from its original October 9 slot to October 23. Producers say the change gives the film a clearer, less crowded theatrical window. The movie will now hit screens on the weekend of October 23.

Sanjay Gupta criticized Bollywood posters that show actors smoking, citing Animal, Dhurandhar and Love & War. He asked why theatres show anti‑smoking warnings when the posters feature cigarettes. The debate comes as India updates film certification rules to tighten drug and tobacco depictions.