Director Avinash Arun chose Ritvik Sahore for the role of Aniket Nikam after casting director Anmol Ahuja’s suggestion. Sahore’s honest, sensitive acting style fit the character perfectly. The film, featuring Rajkummar Rao, opens in Indian cinemas on October 16.
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Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 has surpassed ₹7 crore in Kerala advance bookings, with over 3,300 shows sold online. The figure tops opening‑day collections of most big‑budget Tamil releases in the state. Analysts predict a double‑digit opening day gross once the film hits theatres on October 15.
Kedar Shinde has teamed up again with Jio Studios to launch his next women‑centric Marathi film, Aai Bhadyane Havi?. The project, backed by Sunflower Studios and produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Sana Shinde, stars Sukanya Kulkarni, Vishakha Subhedar, Payal Jadhav and Prarthana Behre. Details on the plot and release date are still pending, but the film promises a blend of humor and emotion centred o…
Panorama Studios is insisting that 7‑screen cinemas give Drishyam The Conclusion 15 daily shows, sparking a scheduling dilemma for theatres. The film has crossed ₹300 cr and is poised to hit ₹375 cr, while new releases like Nayyi Navelli and Jailer 2 loom. Distributors also urge exhibitors to keep ticket prices steady to attract audiences.
The sequel to the 2006 hit, starring Anupam Kher and Boman Irani, will now open in theatres on 5 March 2027. The original August 2026 date was delayed by several months. The film, directed by Prashant Bhagia, is produced by T‑Series Films and Tandav Films.
During the climax shoot of Gunmaaster G9, a rigged car flipped unexpectedly, nearly striking Emraan Hashmi in Bengaluru. The vehicle fell just a foot from the actor’s face, causing a brief halt to filming. Hashmi emerged unhurt, but the incident highlighted risks in stunt coordination.
Mrunal Thakur laughed off rumours that she will star in Allu Arjun’s Raaka, saying she has no signed projects yet. She promised that any new film announcements will come via her social media accounts. The actress remains focused on enjoying each role and learning from the experience.
Sadhu Tiwari will perform the devotional track ‘Awadhiya Ke Raja’ at Ram Ki Paidi in Ayodhya. The event will host the Nayyi Navelli team, including director Aanand L Rai and actress Yami Gautam Dhar. The performance is part of the film’s promotion ahead of its October 16 release.
Banita Sandhu has signed on for Akshay Kumar’s sci‑fi thriller Samuk, set to film in London. She will portray a British‑born Indian environmentalist drawn into a high‑stakes mission. The film, directed by Kanishk Varma, reunites Kumar with producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah after 13 years.
The Malayalam crime thriller starring Shine Tom Chacko and Vani Viswanath will stream on Sun NXT from October 16, 2026. The film debuted in theatres on November 8, 2024. The digital release offers viewers who missed the cinema run a chance to watch the investigative drama online.
The Malayalam supernatural comedy ‘It’s a Medical Miracle’ will stream on ManoramaMAX in India from October 15, 2026, a month after its theatrical release. The film follows a man who awakens brain‑dead and can hear everything, hunting a nurse’s voice. It is also available worldwide on Simply South outside India.
