Ranveer Singh is no stranger to playing the quintessential Delhi boy roles. Many of the actor's early roles, from Bittoo Sharma to his various aliases in Ladies vs Ricky Bahl, to Kabir Mehra in Dil Dhadakne Do, have shown how he has perfected playing the loud, bordering on obnoxious yet lovable 'Delhi ka launda.' Last seen in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani, it seems like Ranveer Singh has mastered every part of this persona. Ranveer's performance as Rocky Randhawa took us back to 2010, reminding us of his iconic role as Bittoo Sharma in the hit movie Band Baaja Baaraat. Directed by Maneesh Sharma, this romantic comedy marked Ranveer Singh's debut and introduced him as Bittoo Sharma, a lively and ambitious young man from Delhi with dreams of starting a successful business. His outstanding performance won critical praise and won over audiences across the country. Ranveer captured the spirit of a Delhi boy perfectly, with his energetic personality and spot-on portrayal of Bittoo's emotions and quirks. "Voh butter knife hai": Ranveer Singh's line in "Dil Dhadakne Do" is iconic in its own right. Ranveer played Kabir Mehra, a wealthy guy from a Punjabi family who’s trying to figure out what he truly wants versus what’s expected of him. Ranveer nailed this complex role, showing Kabir's personal and family struggles. On the work front: Ranveer Singh's upcoming film 'Rakshas' with filmmaker Prasanth Varma won't go on floors now. In a statement, the duo informed that the film isn't happening. Ranveer said, "Prasanth is a very special talent. We met and explored the idea of a film together. Hopefully, we will collaborate on something exciting in the future." Ranveer, Prasanth also assured fans that they would hope for an exciting collaboration in the future."Ranveer's energy and talent is rare to find. We shall manifest our forces combining soon sometime in the future," Prasanth said. Meanwhile, in the coming months, Ranveer will be seen headlining Farhan Akhtar's 'Don 3'. In the teaser, Ranveer was seen seated in a building with his back to the camera. He lit up a cigarette, introduced himself as Don, and then turned to face the camera. He wore a leather jacket and matching pants for the dapper look and accessorized it with leather boots and matching sunglasses. Shah Rukh Khan and Amitabh Bachchan played the character in the earlier versions.
05 July,2024 07:47 PM IST | MumbaiRanveer Singh is the green flag guy every girl wishes to have in her life, and the actor has time and again proved that he is just a perfect partner. Ranveer Singh is expecting his first child with Deepika Padukone and he has the cutest reply to whether he wants a baby boy or a girl. On Ranveer Singh's birthday, let's look at the cutest answer he has given to a man asking if he wishes to become the father of a baby girl or a baby boy. During the promotion of his film 'Jayeshbhai Jordaar', at a press conference, Ranveer was asked if he wanted a baby girl or a boy and his answer made our hearts melt. Reacting to the question, Ranveer shared, "It's not my choice, sir. As the dialogue in the trailer goes, when you go to a temple, you don't ask if you want a laddoo or sheera. Similarly, in my personal life, I will be very happy with whatever God decides for me." Meanwhile, Ranveer talked about wanting a baby like Deepika. “As you guys know, I am married and may have kids in the next two or three years. Your sister-in-law was such a cute baby. I see her baby photos every day and tell her to give me a baby like that, my life will be set," Ranveer said on 'The Big Picture'. While announcing their pregnancy, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone shared a cute post and wrote, “September 2024.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by दीपिका पादुकोण (@deepikapadukone) On the acting front, Ranveer Singh will headline Farhan Akhtar’s 'Don 3', set to arrive in 2025. The character was originally portrayed by Amitabh Bachchan in 1978 and reimagined by Shah Rukh Khan in 2006. The third instalment also stars Kiara Advani. Apart from this, Ranveer will also be seen in Rohit Shetty’s upcoming cop drama 'Singham Again'.
05 July,2024 07:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent31 Years of Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke: Aamir Khan fans were treated to the heartwarming film ‘Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke’ featuring Aamir Khan and Juhi Chawla alongside talented child actors like Sharokh Bharucha, Kunal Khemu, and Baby Ashrafa. atOptions = { 'key' : 'd0ddb8ef8f1a62a8cdd22fac27fc5ea7', 'format' : 'iframe', 'height' : 90, 'width' : 728, 'params' : {} }; Winning the esteemed National Film Award for Special Jury Mention in 1993, this romantic comedy-drama continues to evoke cherished memories of its delightful entertainment, marking its 31st anniversary this year. Evergreen Music "Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke" boasts some of the best songs that still resonate in our hearts. Whether it's "Ghunghat Ki Aad Se Dilbar Ka," "Mujhse Mohabbat Ka Izhar," "Yunhi Kat Jaayega Safar Saath," "Woh Meri Neend Mera Chain Mujhe," and many more, the film's soundtrack was notably the fifth highest-grossing album of the year. Iconic Chemistry The iconic chemistry between Aamir Khan and Juhi Chawla truly captured the hearts of the masses. From their innocence to the beauty of their romance, they were considered the quintessential pair of the 90s on screen for their on-screen chemistry. Feel-Good Factor The storyline of "Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke" has a feel-good factor that deeply touches hearts. It beautifully presents both the dynamics of caring for children and the blossoming love between Aamir and Juhi, offering genuine and fulfilling entertainment. Engaging Storyline Centred around a man taking care of his late sister's children while grappling with the dilemma of choosing between true love and saving his failing factory, the storyline kept audiences engaged throughout. It sheds light on various aspects of human relationships under different circumstances, making it highly captivating. Timeless Appeal The timeless appeal of "Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke" stems from its compelling story and memorable songs. It reinforces beliefs in love and underscores the importance of caring for loved ones, making it a timeless classic for generations to come. Its songs are universally beloved and possess a quality that resonates with viewers for a lifetime. Aamir, who first appeared on the screen at the age of eight in the 1973 movie 'Yaadon Ki Baaraat', marked his leading role opposite Juhi Chawla in the 1988 tragic romance 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak'. He then went on to star in movies like 'Dil', 'Afsana Pyaar Ka', 'Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar', 'Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke', 'Andaz Apna Apna', 'Rangeela', 'Akele Hum Akele Tum', 'Raja Hindustani', 'Ishq', 'Ghulam', 'Sarfarosh', 'Rang De Basanti', 'Taare Zameen Par', 'Fanaa'. (With inputs from IANS)
05 July,2024 05:57 PM IST | MumbaiSamantha Ruth Prabhu shared a picture of herself using a nebulizer and advised others to consider it as an option for viral infections before taking medication. This post from the actor received backlash from Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips, who goes by “The Liver Doc” on social media after he called Samantha out for giving out incorrect information. atOptions = { 'key' : 'd0ddb8ef8f1a62a8cdd22fac27fc5ea7', 'format' : 'iframe', 'height' : 90, 'width' : 728, 'params' : {} }; In his long post, Liver Doc shared, “In a rational and scientifically progressive society, this woman would be charged with endangering public health and fined or put behind bars. She needs help or a better advisor on her team.” Left: Influential Indian actress Ms. Samantha Ruth who is unfortunately a health and science illiterate advising millions of her followers to inhale hydrogen-peroxide to prevent and treat respiratory viral infections. Right: Scientific society, The Asthma and Allergy Foundation… pic.twitter.com/Ihn2xocKUt — TheLiverDoc (@theliverdr) July 4, 2024 After this post, Samantha put out a long response. A part of her post reads, “After trial and error, I found treatments that worked wonderfully for me, treatments that also cost a fraction of what I was spending on conventional healthcare.” “A certain gentleman has attacked my post and my intentions with rather strong words. Said gentleman is a doctor too. I have no doubt that he knows more than I do, and I am quite sure his intentions were noble. It would have been kind and compassionate of him had he not been so provocative with his words, especially the bit where he suggests I should be thrown in prison. Never mind. I suppose it goes with the territory of being a celebrity. I posted as someone who needs medical treatments and not as a celebrity. And I certainly am not making any money from the post nor endorsing anyone. I was merely suggesting a treatment as an option after undergoing it myself, for others who may be looking for options because conventional medicine isn't working for them. Especially more affordable options,” she further added, addressing Liver Doc without naming him. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Samantha (@samantharuthprabhuoffl) But it looks like the doc is not ready to let this matter go as he has again shared a long note slamming Samantha. In his recent post, he shared, “If celebrity influencers really want to impact people positively, then start unlearning and re-learning, develop critical thinking skills, disregard logical fallacies, and stand up for medical science instead of 'playing victim' of the same science that is helping you, and all of us, survive into the future. I won't be commenting or debunking any of Samantha's future endorsements of pseudoscientific, alternative, public-health-endangering posts because…” Ms. Samantha Ruth Prabhu has responded to my "provocative" criticism of her endorsement of unscientific, pseudoscientific and baseless alternative medicine therapies by playing the victim card and endorsing more alternative practices. Please note, she is a serial offender in… https://t.co/eRvsXrGlZq pic.twitter.com/iRadZgrHTE — TheLiverDoc (@theliverdr) July 5, 2024 In conclusion, he wrote a John Armstrong quote, “You can’t help people that don’t want to be helped.”
05 July,2024 05:55 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThere is always a second time. Nine months ago, Tarun Dudeja’s debut directorial venture, Dhak Dhak, had a muted release. Today, in stark contrast stands his next, Bad Newz—starring Vicky Kaushal, Triptii Dimri and Ammy Virk—which has generated much buzz before its theatrical release. “Dhak Dhak didn’t have a trailer launch event. At Bad Newz’s trailer launch, I sat in the first row. Karan Johar [producer] and Vicky took my name. The experience was the opposite of Dhak Dhak,” says Dudeja, who serves as the screenplay and dialogue writer. That’s not where the differences end. The two movies are also poles apart in genre and tonality. While Dhak Dhak told the story of four women coming into their own over a road trip, Anand Tiwari’s directorial venture is a comedy centred on the rare medical condition, heteropaternal superfecundation, where a woman gets pregnant with twins from different men. Tarun Dudeja Dudeja remembers being introduced to the story, penned by Ishita Moitra, three years ago. “There was a newspaper article about this case in China. She, along with Somen Mishra, who is a creative producer at Dharma Productions, built a world around it. Anand and I took that and kept experimenting with it. The idea was to bring a flavour of the ’90s comedies, while keeping it realistic and [rooted in] emotions so that it feels logical. We all love ’90s comedies, but today’s audience is evolved. So, we had to maintain a balance [between comedy and emotions]. Writing a comedy is always tough, especially cracking dialogues. But Anand put in a lot of work with me to get the punches out. We were also aware that emotional scenes and conflicts needed to be written sensitively.” Translating humour from paper to screen is a tough job. Not if you have Kaushal, Dimri and Virk as the lead actors, says the writer. “All three have terrific comic timing, and elevated our lines.” Which brings us to the most hilarious sequence in the trailer—in a meta joke, Kaushal tells a character he will have to pass over his dead body to rip apart a poster of Katrina Kaif, his actor-wife. Dudeja laughingly says, “It was there in the script. We wanted some Vicky jokes. More than us, he laughed at this joke. He also performed the scene with utmost conviction. His dialogue delivery makes it funnier than it is.”
05 July,2024 04:05 PM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka SharmaEleven years ago, 'Lootera' graced the silver screen, marking a significant departure from the mainstream Bollywood fare of its time. Directed by Vikramaditya Motwane and starring Ranveer Singh, 'Lootera' has since evolved into a cult classic, often hailed for its visual splendour but what stands out is Ranveer’s win with the expressions in the ocean of silence that spoke more than one said. 11 Years of 'Lootera Over the years, 'Lootera' has garnered a dedicated following, with audiences and critics alike revisiting the film to appreciate its art and narrative. As audiences have evolved, so has their appreciation for the brilliance of 'Lootera'. It stands today not just as a film, but as an example of sincere and heartfelt storytelling. Prior to 'Lootera', Ranveer Singh had established himself as a vibrant and energetic actor through roles in 'Band Baaja Baaraat' and 'Ladies Vs Ricky Bahl'. These films showcased his youthful charm and on-screen charisma, however, 'Lootera' marked a bold shift in Ranveer's career trajectory. Taking on the role of Varun, required a nuanced performance that contrasted sharply with his previous performances. And his impressive performance introduced audiences to the versatility and range the actor possessed as a performer. Now, a cult classic for its ahead-of-the-time, nuanced characterisation, Ranveer is still fondly remembered for the path less taken and for winning the audience's love. Ranveer effortlessly captured the essence of a complex man haunted by his past. The role demanded a deep understanding of subtle emotions and restraint, qualities that Ranveer brought to the fore with finesse. Adapting a literary work for the big screen requires a delicate balance, and Ranveer's involvement in 'Lootera' at an early stage in his career showcased his ambition to explore diverse narratives and the versatility that he brings on the table. By embracing the challenge of bringing this timeless tale to life, he demonstrated his willingness to take risks and this set the stage for more complex and varied characters in his career. As we celebrate 11 years of 'Lootera', it is evident that the film’s legacy continues to grow with Ranveer’s character at its centre and most importantly, how Varun stands out a character still celebrated for the brilliance that he brought to the screen, with sincerity and commitment. A marvel as we look at the many memorable characters of Ranveer over the years, as we approach his birthday on 6th July, while marking Lootera’s anniversary!
05 July,2024 03:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRanveer Singh is the heartthrob of Bollywood. He has managed to win hearts with his stellar performances. On Ranveer Singh’s birthday, here’s looking at his most loved dialogues from 'Band Baaja Baaraat' to 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahaani' Band Baaja Baarat- Bittoo Sharma Partner bana le please ... achcha partner nahi to sectary, assistant ... arre peon hi bana le Tere bina kisi cheez mein mauj nahi ... na ladkiyan taadne mein, na chai mein, na chowmein mein Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela- Ram Rajari Tere dil mein soya tha, kyun utha diya ... card kahan se nikla, ke number mila diya Meri mardangi ke bare mein aap gaon ki kisi bhi ladki se pooch sakte ho ... report achchi milegi Gunday- Bikram Bose Hum gunday hai ... ek baar jiske saath jee liye ... marte bhi ussi ke saath hai Hum gunday hai ... na aaj tak kisi ke haath aaye hai ... aur na aayenge Bajirao Mastani- Peshwa Bajirao Aandhi roke toh hum toofan ... toofan roke toh hum aag ka dariya Cheeteh ki chaal, baaz ki nazar aur Bajirao ki talvar par sandeh nahi karte ... kabhi bhi maat de sakti hai Bajirao ne Mastani se mohabbat ki hai aiyashi nahi Padmaavat- Alauddin Khilji Ab Tak Wo Mitti Hi Nahi Banei Jo Alauddin Ko Dafan Kar Sakay Allah Ke Banae Har Nayab Cheez Par Sirf… alauddin Ka Haq Hai Gully Boy- Murad Ahmed Apna time aayega Main nahi badalta apna sapna apne sachai se mel khane ke vaaste ... main apna sachai badlega joh mere sapne se mel khaye Rocky aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani- Rocky Randhawa Handle with care yaar, I'm fragile 'Main to vote dena hi bandh kar diya, main to kehta hu aap bhi bandh kardo kya Fayda shamita to hai nahi' On the acting front, Ranveer Singh will headline Farhan Akhtar’s 'Don 3', set to arrive in 2025. The character was originally portrayed by Amitabh Bachchan in 1978 and reimagined by Shah Rukh Khan in 2006. The third instalment also stars Kiara Advani. Apart from this, Ranveer will also be seen in Rohit Shetty’s upcoming cop drama 'Singham Again'.
05 July,2024 02:31 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Manoj Bajpayee walks down memory lane as he celebrates 26 years of crime-drama 'Satya'. Taking to Instagram, Manoj shared memorable stills from the movie featuring cast and team and captioned the post, which read, "Mumbai Ka King Kaun? #26YearsOfSatya." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manoj Bajpayee (@bajpayee.manoj) As soon as the post was shared, fans chimed in the comment section. One of the users wrote, "The game changer of hindi cinema." Another user commented, "The song, the script, audience." Helmed by Ram Gopal Varma the film was released in the year 1998 and received massive response from the audience. Mumbai ka King Kaun? Bhiku Mhatre!" Manoj stormed the scene of the Hindi film industry with this punchline. The movie dealt with 90s Bombay, underworld and mafia-raj. The movie also starred Urmila Matondkar, Shefali Shah, Govind Namdev and Saurabh Shukla and introduced JD Chakravarthy as a small-town boy who arrives in Mumbai and gradually gets trapped into the world of crime. For Manoj 'Satya' will remain special in his career as he received a National Award as Best Supporting Actor for his amazing performance in the film. Meanwhile, on the work front, Manoj Bajpayee was recently seen in film 'Bhaiyya Ji'. Directed by Apoorv Singh Karki.'Bhaiyya Ji' is Manoj's 100th film, which is produced by Vinod Bhanushali, Kamlesh Bhanushali, Samiksha Oswal, Shael Oswal, Shabana Raza Bajpayee, and Vikram Khakhar. Apoorv Singh Karki has directed it, while Deepak Kingrani has written it. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
05 July,2024 12:52 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIAfter releasing the soulful track 'Khudaya', the makers of the much-anticipated film 'Sarfira' starring Akshay Kumar and Radhika Madan unveiled the fun wedding anthem 'Chaawat'. Titled 'Chaawat,' this Maharashtrian-themed track promises to be the highlight of every celebration this season. Taking to his X, Akshay treated fans with a new song video and captioned the post, which read, "Vir and Rani - Two Sarfiras, one wedding and a whole lot of love! Watch the joyous celebrations unfold with #Chaawat. Song Out Now. #Sarfira - landing in cinemas on 12th July 2024." Vir and Rani - Two Sarfiras, one wedding and a whole lot of love! Watch the joyous celebrations unfold with #Chaawat.Song Out Now – https://t.co/NasCR7vqZK#Sarfira – landing in cinemas on 12th July 2024 🛬 pic.twitter.com/l5jBXIhG1S — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) July 4, 2024 The video features Akshay and Radhika showing off their dance moves. They are also seen doing lavani dance. Penned by Manoj Muntashir Shukla, the lyrics of 'Chaawat' are a delightful ode to love and celebration. The song's composition by G.V Prakash Kumar. The soulful voice of Shreya Ghoshal elevates 'Chaawat' to another level, adding a touch of grace and joy that is simply enchanting. Directed by national award winner Sudha Kongara, known for her critically acclaimed works like 'Irudhi Suttru' and 'Soorarai Pottru', the film promises to deliver a compelling narrative set against the backdrop of India's startup culture and aviation industry. Recently, makers unveiled the trailer. The trailer of 'Sarfira' showcases Akshay Kumar in a role that has captivated audiences, portraying an underdog determined to challenge socio-economic barriers and make flying accessible to all. His performance has received praise, with director Suriya expressing his gratitude on social media. Suriya, who makes a guest appearance in the film, shared his admiration for Akshay Kumar's dedication to bringing this inspiring story to the screen. 'Sarfira' is not just a film; it's an ode to the dreams that keep us awake," remarked Akshay Kumar in an Instagram post unveiling the trailer. The narrative follows his character's journey from debt-ridden beginnings to visionary entrepreneurship, navigating obstacles with resilience and innovation. Scheduled for release on July 12, 2024, 'Sarfira' features a stellar cast including Radhika Madan, Paresh Rawal, and Seema Biswas alongside Akshay Kumar. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
05 July,2024 12:49 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIActor Ayushmann Khurrana's recent shayari, dedicated to India's T20 World Cup win, is going viral on the internet with over 20 million views. Sharing his thoughts about how the shayari has emotionally connected with Indians worldwide, Ayushmann said, "The night India won the T20 World Cup, I couldn't sleep for a long, long time. It felt personal because I guess our hearts beat passionately for India, and this one was a long time coming. So, when I woke up the next day, I wanted to pen something for the team, for their determination and their ability to cancel out the noise and win our country the top glory!" "What I wrote came out straight from my heart, and I'm glad that it resonated with so many people in India and also with Indians living across the world. We were united in our moment of victory and we felt it deeply," he added. "Like our film industry, cricket too is an amazing potpourri of religion--a true example of diversity in India. This victory is a celebration of that diversity too. It felt just out of this world when India lifted the World Cup," he said. On Sunday, Ayushmann took to his Instagram to pay tribute to men in blue in his style. "Still can't get over it! #t20worldcup #worldchampions," he captioned the post. In the video, he praised star batter Virat Kohli, Indian captain Rohit Shamra, batsman Suryakumar Yadav, and others. A part of his impressive Hindi shayari reads, "Semi-finals me Kohli ke muh se nikla tha Ben-Strokes, tab toh alochakon ne laga diye they saare chokes. Aur ye final me dikha diya legend ne apna Virat roop, samjho pyaare yehi hai jeevan chaaon aur dhoop. Pandya ko bhi pichle do mahine se bahut kuch kaha sunaya, aakhiri over me fir usi ne toh jalwa dikhaya. Aur moochein ho toh Hardik jaisi ho varna na ho aur bowling figures ho toh Bumrah jaisi ho warna na ho." He also requested that people not troll the players when they lose and differentiate between them on the basis of religion. Following India's T20 World Cup victory, the 'Vicky Donor' actor dropped a video giving the team a virtual hug from home on his Instagram. India ended a 13-year ICC World Cup trophy drought with victory in the final, defeating South Africa by seven runs on Saturday. Virat Kohli's 76 helped India reach 176/7 while Hardik Pandya (3/20) and Jasprit Bumrah (2/18) helped India restrict Proteas to 169/8 despite Heinrich Klaasen's 52 in just 27 balls. Bumrah, who got 15 scalps throughout the tournament at a stunning economy rate of 4.17, got the 'Player of the Tournament' honours. In the coming months, Ayushmann will be seen in ace director Meghna Gulzar's new film 'Daayra' alongside Kareena Kapoor Khan. "Meghna Gulzar is in advanced conversations with Ayushmann Khurrana and Kareena Kapoor Khan for the film. It's a hard-hitting film that warrants the presence of actors with the calibre of the cast she has decided upon," a trade source was quoted as saying. The film will be produced by Junglee Pictures. However, an official announcement regarding the project is still awaited. Ayushmann Khurrana is all set to share screen space for the first time with Sara Ali Khan in the upcoming action-comedy. The film will be produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions and Guneet Monga's Sikhya Entertainment. They are uniting once again for their third theatrical collaboration. The film, yet to be named, will be directed by Aakash Kaushik. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
05 July,2024 12:45 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIBollywood superstar Alia Bhatt is headlining the first female-led YRF Spy Universe film, produced by Aditya Chopra. Joining her will be rising industry star and YRF’s homegrown talent, Sharvari Wagh. They both play super-agents in the YRF’s spy universe and Aditya Chopra is presenting them as the ALPHA girls of the pack! atOptions = { 'key' : 'd0ddb8ef8f1a62a8cdd22fac27fc5ea7', 'format' : 'iframe', 'height' : 90, 'width' : 728, 'params' : {} }; YRF, Alia Bhatt, and Sharvari today revealed the title of the film - Alpha - a front-footed declaration that these girls will cause mayhem on the big screen! In the title reveal video, Alia Bhatt is heard saying, “Greek alphabet ka sabse pehla akshar aur humare program ka motto.. sabse pehle, sabse tezz, sabse veer. Dhyaan se dekho toh har sheher mein ek jungle hai. Aur jungle mein hamesha Raj karega.. ALPHA!” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alia Bhatt 💛 (@aliaabhatt) Earlier while announcing the entry of Ali in the film, Yash Raj Films’ CEO Akshaye Widhani said, “I'll share the worst kept secret in the industry, which is, Alia Bhatt is headlining a Spy Universe film and that the schedule starts later this year. But you know, talking about this spy universe, we are actually just so thrilled and excited about having this IP in the studio.” He further added, “I think the YRF Spy Universe is a financial and cultural juggernaut. And as one of the most prized IPs, we take a lot of pride in it. So there's a lot of stuff that's going to come on the spy universe. We're going to see more and more films getting made under it. But of course, not going to share everything here. But we will talk about it at a more opportune time. But for now, I can just say that Alia Bhatt is headlining a spy universe film.” Created by producer Aditya Chopra, the YRF spy universe is one of the biggest IP in Indian cinema today. All films of the spyverse - Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan, Tiger 3 - have been blockbusters."The YRF Spy Universe kicked off with Salman Khan’s Ek Tha Tiger (2012) then followed by Tiger Zinda Hai (2017), and War (2019), starring Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff. It was taken forward with Pathaan, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone and John Abraham and then Tiger 3 with Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif. Now, the next project will be War 2 starring Hrithik Roshan, NTR Jr. and Kiara Advani and directed by Ayan Mukerji.
05 July,2024 11:44 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
