Jio Studios and Salman Khan have chosen December 4 for the release of Maatrubhumi, positioning it against PVR Pictures’ Eetha. The move aims to secure a two‑week run before Avengers: Doomsday hits theatres. The decision follows Jio’s recent distributor switch for Eetha, sparking a tense distribution showdown.
Devgn CineX launches two new multiplexes, each seating 574 patrons, in Gurugram’s Vista Square Mall and Rajkot’s Marvel Plus Mall. Both venues feature recliner seats, a 55‑foot screen in Gurugram, and Dolby Atmos technology in Rajkot. The chain aims to enhance comfort and tech‑driven services for moviegoers.
Maatrubhumi, the Salman Khan war drama, will hit theatres on November 20 after the CBFC cleared its trailer on November 4. The film, renamed from Battle of Galwan, faced earlier delays due to censorship concerns. Jio Studios will distribute the movie across India.
Mumbai’s Gaiety‑Galaxy multiplex has been closed for two months after its licence expired in 2021‑22. Executive director Manoj Desai is keeping staff on full pay despite no revenue. The theatre remains shut with no clear reopening date.
Ranveer Singh’s new film ‘Pralay’ was shot at Mumbai’s Azad Maidan, causing a dispute with the Mumbai Cricket Association. The shoot disrupted scheduled under‑14 and under‑16 interschool cricket matches, forcing the MCA to postpone them. The government granted the production house a six‑hour permit and a rental fee of Rs.
Tamil star Vijay Sethupathi will be the first Indian to present an award at the 54th International Emmy Awards in New York on Nov. 23, 2026. The move, backed by Academy board member Kavita Gupta, marks a milestone for Indian talent on the global television stage.
Scene’s opening‑day advance bookings in Kerala have surpassed ₹2.80 crore, eclipsing Suriya’s previous best Kanguva. The film will hit theatres on November 6 after securing over 1,800 shows. Industry tracker AB George predicts pre‑sales could rise above ₹3.25 crore before release.
Defence writers Shiv Aroor and Rahul Singh announced they are no longer linked to Salman Khan’s film Maatrubhumi after it diverged from their 2020 Galwan Valley account. They thanked Khan, director Apoorva Lakhia and the crew for the opportunity. The pair’s book, India’s Most Fearless, originally inspired the film’s story.
Rajkumar Hirani has moved forward with Munna Bhai 3, hiring writer Farhad Samji to finish the script. The film will star Sanjay Dutt as Munna Bhai and Arshad Warsi as Circuit, with shooting planned to begin in 2027. The project remains unconfirmed, but fans await official dates.
Stuntwoman Geeta Tandon accused the India Ke Top 1% production team of keeping her and her son waiting almost nine hours on set without payment or clear communication. She said the crew offered no updates and treated them disrespectfully, forcing them to leave at 9:15 PM. Tandon highlighted the lack of basic courtesy for behind‑the‑scenes workers.
T‑Series Films and Almighty Motion Picture announce a new horror franchise, Jaani Dushman – Darr Ke Aage Maut Hai, starring Bhumi Pednekkar. The film will feature action director Peter Pedrero and creative producer Robbie Grewal, and is set in the United Kingdom. It follows a mother‑daughter story that blends supernatural thrills with family secrets.
Aasmani, Sayani Gupta’s first feature, will open the Yellowstone International Film Festival in Mumbai on November 30. The 60‑year‑old grandmother story has already won awards at Boston, Atlanta and Vancouver. The film’s run continues with selections until March 2027.
