Samvritha Sunil is back in Malayalam cinema after a long break, set to lead Shahid Arafath’s latest project. The untitled film, a joint venture by Navarasa Films and Stone Bench Studios, premiered its launch ceremonies on Tuesday and marks a second collaboration after last year’s horror‑comedy "Prakambanam". She joins a cast that includes Dileesh Pothan, Alphonse Puthren, and others in key roles.
A second post‑credits scene was filmed for Mirzapur: The Movie but was removed before release to reserve it for the upcoming sequel. The original ending shows Guddu, Munna and Bablu in a salon, hinting at a future clash. The decision reflects the creators’ plan to build suspense for Part 2.
Aishwarya Lekshmi says the trolling after the 2023 film ‘King of Kotha’ hurt her reputation and made Malayalam filmmakers hesitant to cast her. She admitted that negative comments about her performance and dialogue delivery affected her confidence. The backlash also caused her to pull out of a Dulquer Salmaan ad during Onam, fearing further backlash.
Actress Nora Fatehi has been sued by Dunes Aviation for Rs 3 crore after she called a chartered Cessna Citation CJ2 a “toy” and “Lego airplane” in Instagram videos. The company claims the posts reached 4.6 crore followers and caused a 15‑20% drop in bookings. A hearing is set for September 25 before Senior Civil Judge R Agarwal.
Shiv Sagar, grandson of Ramanand Sagar, says Ranbir Kapoor’s past roles make him unsuitable as Lord Rama in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana. He believes a new actor would better fit the character’s purity. Despite his view, he acknowledges audience opinion will decide the film’s success.
Veteran filmmaker R Sarath passed away at 65 after a long battle with illness. His debut film “Sayahnam” won the Indira Gandhi Award and seven Kerala State Film Awards in 2000. He also earned international acclaim with “The Desire: A Journey of a Woman” and tackled issues like the Bhopal tragedy in “Burial of Dreams.”
Dunes Aviation has filed a ₹3 crore defamation suit against Bollywood dancer Nora Fatehi after she dubbed their Cessna Citation CJ2 a ‘toy’ on Instagram. The company alleges the remarks caused a 15‑20% drop in bookings and harmed its reputation. The case will be heard by Senior Civil Judge R.
Bipasha Basu is back in acting after a long break, signing on for Hansal Mehta’s upcoming series Barabanki. The 1984‑set drama follows retired IPS officer Aloke Lal’s real‑life battle against a major opium cartel in Uttar Pradesh. The cast also includes Sunny Kaushal and Vishal Jethwa, with details about their characters still under wraps.
Ravi Mohan has appointed singer‑healer Keneeshaa Francis as the music director for his debut feature, "An Ordinary Man." The announcement comes months after Mohan’s split with wife Aarti and a brief breakup with Francis. The actor is also ending his temporary film hiatus to focus on the project.
Mumbai’s historic Gaiety‑Galaxy cinema has closed after management failed to renew its license, prompting police notices. Owner Manoj Desai says the shutdown is due to burned cables that must be replaced. The 1972‑built multiplex, once home to 1,000‑seat Gaiety and 800‑seat Galaxy, will not resume shows until repairs are finished.
Krystle D'Souza was called to film the hit track Shararat just four days before the shoot, a surprise she described as scary. She had no idea the film would become a 2025 blockbuster. The dance number, choreographed by Vijay Ganguly, features Ranveer Singh and Ayesha Khan.
Trouper Records has confirmed that Rapperiya Baalam’s song ‘Shoorveer’ was officially licensed to Excel Entertainment for use in Mirzapur: The Movie, ending the copyright row. The rapper had earlier complained that his track was used without permission or credit, especially in a gangster‑led scene. The label’s statement clears the film’s legal standing and restores confidence in the production’s l…
