Ayan Mukerji’s Starlight Pictures is hunting a studio partner for Brahmastra 2 after Jio Studios pulled out. Prime Focus’s Namit Malhotra, who helped VFX on Ramayana, is in advanced talks to join the project. The partnership would bring strong visual‑effects expertise to the sequel’s heavy‑VFX franchise.
The country icon Dolly Parton died at 80, leaving a legacy of over 3,000 songs and 11 Grammys. Grammy‑winning composer Ricky Kej praised her as a master of skill and emotion, noting her adaptability and pure genius. Parton’s death was confirmed by her family, who highlighted her lifelong influence on music and humanity.
Rakesh and Pramila Roshan have signed a three‑year lease for their JVPD apartment, earning about ₹1.89 crore in rent. The flat sits on the second floor of Hiralaya Building on N.S. Road and the monthly rate starts at ₹5 lakh, rising 5 % each year.
The film ‘Toxic’ starring Yash and directed by Geetu Mohandas has been panned for its chaotic violence and weak storyline. Reviewers argue the movie’s 3‑hour runtime is filled with gratuitous action that overshadows any character development. Critics claim the film attempts to avoid glorifying crime but ends up pandering to it instead.
Yash’s latest film ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups’ opened worldwide to a mixed reception, with audiences praising his dual role but criticizing the script and slow pacing. The nearly three‑hour movie, shot on a ₹500 crore budget, follows a gangster’s rise in Goa during the 1950s‑70s. Social media backlash highlights a perceived KGF hangover and a lack of emotional depth.
Veteran director Kuku Kohli died of a massive heart attack on August 25, 2024, at 77. His cremation took place at Oshiwara Crematorium on August 26, with Aruna Irani and many Bollywood stars in attendance. The funeral procession began at his Andheri West home and drew tributes from Rohit Shetty, Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal.
The dark comedy Jeevan Bheema Yojana, starring Arshad Warsi in a dual role, premiered its trailer on September 4, 2026. Warsi portrays both the debt‑ridden Jeevan and his dangerous look‑alike Bheema, sparking a chaotic mix of crime and humor. Sanjeeda Shaikh, Vijay Raaz and Pooja Chopra round out the cast, promising suspenseful twists.
GIVA removed its Raksha Bandhan ad featuring Kriti Sanon after social‑media criticism. The brand issued an apology, saying it did not intend to offend anyone’s cultural sentiments. The ad, which showed Sanon tying a rakhi while wearing a modern outfit, sparked debate over traditional attire.
‘Khalifa’ has jumped 58.8% in Indian net collections on day six, pulling in ₹1.54 crore. The film’s worldwide total now exceeds ₹33 crore, with overseas earnings around ₹17 crore. After a modest opening, the Malayalam thriller is gaining momentum across theatres.
GIVA Jewellery removed a Raksha Bandhan commercial featuring Kriti Sanon following public outrage over her attire. The brand issued an apology, saying it did not intend to offend cultural sentiments. Sanon defended the ad, arguing the festival’s meaning lies in emotion, not clothing.
