Bhumi Pednekar will star opposite Akshay Kumar in Priyadarshan’s upcoming comedy, marking their third collaboration. The period piece, set in the 1970s, will begin filming in late November 2026. Production will take place across Rajasthan, Mumbai and possibly Bhopal.
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PVR INOX reported its highest quarterly revenue, EBITDA and profit after tax, driven by a strong theatrical slate and higher consumer spending. The chain drew 46.3 million patrons and saw ticket and F&B sales rise 18%. India's gross box office reached Rs 4,443 crore, the first time it crossed Rs 4,000 crore in a single quarter.
Actor Varun Sharma will not star in the action thriller Naam – To Live Is War due to conflicting commitments. Both parties reached a mutual decision after reviewing schedules. They hope to collaborate on a future project when circumstances allow.
Actress Disha Patani has opened her own clothing brand, DZ, debuting a line of loose, oversized garments with space and alien motifs. The collection is available online through the brand’s official website. Patani also released a promotional track featuring her in the brand’s experimental look.
Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana casts Yash as the formidable Ravana and Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, creating a rare star‑power clash. Yash’s pan‑Indian appeal from KGF is set against Ranbir’s established Bollywood stature. The film aims to draw audiences across Hindi and South Indian markets.
National award‑winning director Sudhir Mishra was left without his luggage, which contained essential medicines, after a flight to Dharamshala. He tweeted his frustration and the airline promised priority delivery via Chandigarh. Mishra’s complaint highlights passenger service issues for the popular filmmaker.
Anushka Sen has been tapped as the brand ambassador for streetwear label Bonkers Corner, joining a lineup that includes Major Rishabh Singh Sambyal and entrepreneur Namita Thapar. The partnership aims to promote authentic branding and raise awareness about counterfeit products in the fashion industry. Bonkers Corner’s collections focus on contemporary, casual styles for young consumers.
The Bombay High Court annulled an IMPPA award against Saffron Magicworks, ending the dispute. The court noted that IMPPA had not appeared in court and could not challenge its own decision. The ruling clears the production house from the defaulter status imposed earlier.
Music composer Salim Merchant bought a commercial unit in Santacruz West for ₹12.85 crore, paying a 6% stamp duty of ₹77.10 lakh. He owns half of the 1,285‑sq‑ft building, with the rest split among four other buyers. The deal values the space at roughly ₹1 lakh per square foot.
Producer Namit Malhotra declared the Los Angeles debut of Ramayana his personal Oscar moment, highlighting his journey from a garage startup to a global film venture. He welcomed director Nitesh Tiwari and stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash onstage. The epic adaptation will release nationwide on November 5.
Godzilla Minus Zero will now open in India on November 20, two weeks after Ramayana’s IMAX run. The change follows PVR INOX Pictures’ poster noting the film is “Filmed for IMAX” and the trade source’s claim of a two‑week exclusivity window. The new date keeps the film in theatres this November while avoiding clash with other IMAX releases.
