Indian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, who is known for films like ‘Black Friday’, Gangs of Wasseypur’, ‘Ugly’, and others, has slammed fellow director Vivek Agnihotri for his alleged lies. The Kashmir Files maker claimed that Kashyap was drunk during the making of Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal and would cause ruckus on set. However, Kashyap called him a liar and said that he was never on set during the shoot of the film. Anurag Kashyap slams Vivek Agnihotri On Wednesday, Anurag took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and shared an interview in which Vivek called him a drunkard and an irresponsible artiste. Pointing his guns at Vivek, Anurag wrote, “Kitna jhootha hai ye aadmi. Shooting London mein hui thi (This man is such a liar. The shooting of the film took place in London). I was in india. He didn't want the script by motwane or me. He wanted to make Lagaan of football and took his own writer to write that crappy script. Neither me nor @motwayne Went on the set ever. Stop posturing @vivekagnihotri (sic)” The film in question is ‘Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal’, which starred John Abraham and Arshad Warsi. While Anurag is credited as the dialogue writer in the film along with Rohit Malhotra, Vikramaditya Motwane has penned the screenplay for the film. Rohit shares the credit for screenplay and dialogues. Vikramaditya Motwane also re-shared Kashyap's Instagram story indicating that he agrees with him. What did Vivek Agnihotri say A week ago, in an interview with Digital Commentary, Vivek claimed Anurag’s drinking habits made working environment on Dhan Dhana Dhan Goal challenging. "Anurag uss time bahut sharab peeta tha toh usko time ka koi hisaab nahi tha (Anurag used to drink a lot at that time and had no sense of time). Phir voh Vikramaditya Motwane ko le aaye, bola mera RK ladka hai, vo help karega. Dheere dheere saara kaam Vikramaditya ko hi de diya. Main jo banana chah raha tha, yeh log ki soch kuch alag thi, yeh kuch aur hi banana chah rahe the (Then he brought Vikramaditya Motwane, saying ‘he’s my RK boy, he’ll help out.’ Gradually, all the work was handed over to Vikramaditya. What I wanted to make was different; their vision was entirely something else). Ultimately, we were at loggerheads. The production house had a word with Anurag… Anurag ko handle karna mushkil ho gaya (It became difficult to handle Anurag). Because only an alcoholic knows what an alcoholic goes through. It became a very big problem.”
14 May,2025 06:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAvinash Tiwary and Medha Shankr have teamed up for the sequel to Ginny Weds Sunny. Today, the makers of the rom-com treated the audience to an official announcement, stating that the shooting has kicked off for the film's first schedule. Poised to be a lighthearted blend of romance, drama, and comedy, the film promises to showcase the lead stars in a breezy and relatable avatar. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Soundrya Production (@soundrya.production) Avinash Tiwary & Medha Shankr join hands Their caption read, "Get ready for a rollercoaster of romance, comedy and drama as the first schedule of Ginny Weds Sunny 2 officially begins! 🤩🤩 Excited to begin this journey with an amazing team! ✨❤️" Fans share excitement As the makers dropped the announcement post, fans started reacting to it in the comment section. One wrote, “Will watch just for Majnu bhai. All the best bro.” “Can't wait for this 🥺❤️ Congratulations and I wish you much more success and happiness,” another fan wrote. A third user commented, “Watching you land this new project feels like a dream come true—not just yours, but mine too. You’ve always inspired me in ways words can’t capture. Keep soaring higher and higher, @avinashtiwary15. Your journey feels personal to so many of us ❤️🙌 Congratulations.” While one comment read, “Every new journey brings a new light… So proud to see you stepping into this one with that spark in your eyes! Wishing you endless success and joy, @avinashtiwary15.” More about the star-cast Considering that Avinash has delivered compelling performances in Laila Majnu, The Mehta Boys, Madgaon Express, and Bambai Meri Jaan, among others, it will be exciting to see him share screen space with 12th Fail fame Medha Shankr. Both actors have established their individualities with engaging and layered roles, and the curiosity is sky-high to see what they have to offer in Ginny Weds Sunny 2. About Ginny Weds Sunny 2 From the makers of Tanu Weds Manu, Shaadi Mein Zaroor Aana, and Ginny Weds Sunny, the sequel is written and directed by Prasshant Jha and will be presented by Soundarya Productions. Apart from the announcement, the makers shared a click with Avinash and Medha, amping up excitement surrounding the film.
14 May,2025 05:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Ahan Shetty, son of Bollywood’s fitness icon Suniel Shetty, is all set to step into the combat boots for Border 2, the sequel to the iconic 1997 film. At 29, Ahan is aware that comparisons to his father, who starred in the original, are inevitable. That’s precisely why his preparation—both physical and mental—has been nothing short of disciplined. “Fitness has been a lifelong journey for me,” says Ahan. “Since I was a kid, I’ve been into sports—volleyball, football, cricket, swimming, and mixed martial arts. As I grew older, I transitioned to gym training to build muscle for films.” While he made his acting debut in 2021 with a romantic drama, Tadap, he now has a role of a lifetime that demands military grit. For this he has been pushing his limits. “I had put on quite a bit of weight for Sanki, which was Sajid [Nadiadwala] sir’s film. So for the role that I’m playing in Border 2, I had to cut down around eight kilos,” he reveals. “There are certain regimens that I’m following for my character like training in the gym, and keeping my cardio going. My training is going on full swing as I have to lose weight for it and maintain my muscle at the same time.” With his father, one of Bollywood’s fittest stars, Ahan finds inspiration right at home as well as easy tips to follow. “He has been my inspiration in terms of fitness. He mainly gives me tips on my diet. He says my diet has to be on point. So I try and really focus on it, especially now that I am prepping for Border 2. I am watching my diet, training and recovery,” he shares. Ahan’s fitness regime is intense. He trains six days a week in the gym and supplements it with mobility and stretching sessions twice a week. “I play football, and sometimes cricket too. So, I’m physically active every day.” The Cheats Sophie Choudry What’s your cheat meal?A nice big Chinese lunch with dim sum, peking duck and pancakes, chilli prawns and spicy rice. If at home, it’s mum’s biryani! Cheat meal vs cheat day?Definitely cheat meal. Cheat so well once that you don’t need to do it the whole day! Do you compensate for it?I prefer to do a cheat lunch. Then dinner automatically becomes very light, like a soup. And my meals are healthy anyway, so I just get back on track with that and a good workout. Inside Pragya Kapoor’s Fridge Almond milkSalmonChickenEdamameAvocado Fitness tip thats works for Shilpa Shetty “Try the ball drop challenge to test your core strength, shoulder stability, hand-eye co-ordination and reaction time,” says Shilpa.
14 May,2025 04:17 PM IST | Mumbai | Komal RJ PanchalShah Rukh Khan, the global cinematic icon and heartthrob of Aditya Chopra-directed historic blockbuster Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ), made a surprise visit to the London rehearsal room of Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical. This new stage adaptation of the beloved 1995 Hindi romantic film, in which Khan starred as Raj and Kajol as Simran, is set to make its UK premiere at Manchester Opera House from 29 May to 21 June 2025. Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical is set in the UK and India and is being directed by Aditya Chopra, the original director of the record-breaking, award-sweeping Hindi-language film. DDLJ is the longest-running title in Indian cinema, playing continuously in Mumbai since its release in 1995. DDLJ is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. DDLJ Musical cast on meeting Shah Rukh Khan Jena Pandya (playing Simran) said, “Meeting Shah Rukh Khan and having him in the rehearsal room was such an honour. He was so generous with his time and support for the show. Being able to show him some of the iconic scenes that himself and Kajol originally established was an incredible feeling and will be a long lasting memory for me. I can’t wait to head to Manchester next week and put this story on stage!” Ashley Day (playing Rog) added: “When he arrived in our rehearsal room and met the full company, it was a moment that quietly landed on all of us—special in a way that didn’t need words. Watching everyone take him in, I could feel how meaningful it was. He greeted us all with such love and genuine excitement about what we’ve been building. I can’t imagine what it must feel like to see a project—beloved by millions—being reimagined as a musical 30 years later. And yet, he kept asking to see more! The words we shared privately are for one Raj to another Rog—but I will say, he was very happy. It was an unbelievable afternoon. I’ll never forget it.” Vishal-Sheykhar on meeting SRK Iconic music duo and composers Vishal & Sheykhar of the new English musical also commented on meeting Shah Rukh Khan and shared their excitement. Vishal Dadlani said, “Having Shah Rukh visit our workshop was an amazingly positive experience for all of us. Raj met Rog, so to speak! What a wonderful moment in time. Of course, crucially for us, he loved the songs, the voices and the energy of the performances! He met and engaged with every single person after watching the rehearsals and even re-lived his musical-theatre experiences from his early days. It’s safe to say our cast and ensemble will always treasure their time with him. We’re all hoping he makes it to Manchester to watch the show truly take wing at the magnificent Palace Opera House.” Sheykhar Ravjiani added, “Mr. Shah Rukh Khan’s visit on the sets of Come Fall In Love was a surprise that I think the entire cast and crew will cherish forever! His aura and sheer presence aside, meeting the original ‘Raj’ was an absolute delight for all of them. Theatre holds a very special place for Mr Shah Rukh Khan as his career began there and every member of the cast and crew could feel his pure love for theatre and the craft. The experience of meeting him and interacting with him is a moment that will be etched in their hearts forever.” About the DDLJ Musical Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical makes its UK premiere at Manchester Opera House on Thursday, 29 May 2025 and runs until Saturday 21 June 2025. It will have a press night on Wednesday 4 June 2025. Cultures will collide in the stage musical adaptation of the beloved hit romantic-comedy film Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, set to the exuberant beat of 18 all-new English songs created for the production. The musical will star Jena Pandya (Bhangra Nation, Mamma Mia) as Simran and Ashley Day (An American in Paris, Dynasty) as Rog, along with Irvine Iqbal (The Father and the Assassin) as Baldev, Kara Lane (The Addams Family) as Minky, Harveen Mann-Neary (Bend It Like Beckham) as Lajjo, Amonik Melaco (Austenland) as Ben, Millie O’Connell (SIX) as Cookie, Ankur Sabharwal (Snakes and Ladders) as Ajit, Kinshuk Sen (Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical) as Kuljit, Russell Wilcox (Exit The King) as Rog Sr.
14 May,2025 03:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actor Harshvardhan Rane, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology (Honours), is all set to multitask between his exams and shoot for his upcoming film in June. Harshvardhan took to Instagram stories, where he shared snippets of his study routine as he was writing down the lectures. In the clip, the actor is seen writing lectures. For the caption he wrote: “#Psychology #Honours exam in June , shoot bhi in June” along with a facepalm emoji. The actor will next be seen in the tentatively titled Deewaniyat, directed by Milap Zaveri. He will be seen alongside actress Sonam Bajwa in the movie. In other news, the actor on May 13 shared a post featuring his “Sanam Teri Kasam” poster sans his Pakistani co-star Mawra Hocane. The post had “Removed from the film that made her Mawra Hocane Erased by the nation she forgot to respect.” Harshvardhan captioned it: “...National Weeding.” On May 12, he responded to Mawra’s targeted attack amidst Indo-Pak escalations Harshvardhan and Mawra engaged in a heated social media exchange over love for their respective countries. On Sunday, Harshvardhan gave a solid rebuttal to his ‘Sanam Teri Kasam’ co-actor Mawra after her recent statement which directly was targeted against the Indian actor.. She had said, “Someone I expected to have basic common sense has risen from deep slumber with a PR strategy. While our nations are at war, this is what you come up with? A PR statement to get attention? What a pity”. In his response, the actor seemed very measured yet pointed. The actor took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and wrote, “That sounded like an attempt at personal attack. Fortunately, I have tolerance to overlook such attempts - but have zero tolerance for any attack on my nation's dignity. An Indian farmer would pluck out the unwanted weed from his crop, its called WEEDING, the farmer doesn't need a PR team for this act, it’s called common sense (sic)”. The actor further mentioned that he merely said anything that would offend the actress, and he was well within his rights to decline a project that he doesn’t deem correct to be a part of under certain situations. 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
14 May,2025 03:28 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSThe makers of “Alien: Earth” starring BAFTA nominated Adarsh Gourav have dropped the first look and also announced that the sci-fi series is all set to have its premiere on August 12. The first look of the series showcases Adarsh in a greyish blue gear. The actor, who plays the role of Slightly, took to his social media platforms to share the gripping first look of the series that is both directed and helmed by Noah Hawley. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adarsh Gourav (@gouravadarsh) The image shows a group of six people walking together in a futuristic or military-like setting. They are all wearing matching grey jumpsuits suggesting they might be part of a specialized team or unit. For the caption, he wrote: “Out on the 12th of August!” “Alien : Earth” is based on the iconic Ridley Scott’s “Alien” franchise with Scott taking on the role of Executive Producer for the series. The show takes place when a mysterious space vessel crash-lands on Earth, a young woman and a ragtag group of tactical soldiers make a fateful discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet's greatest threat. The series has been entirely shot in Thailand, and aims to transport viewers to a world that feels both familiar and utterly alien. Combining Hawley’s signature narrative style with Ridley Scott’s atmospheric sci-fi universe. Set on Earth, ‘Alien: Earth’ promises to deliver both suspense and thrilling action with an impressive international cast, including Babou Ceesay, Jonathan Ajayi, Erana James, Lily Newmark, Timothy Olyphant, Sandra Yi Sencindiver and Diem Camille. The series will be streaming on FX network and Hulu. Adarsh also has “Tu Yaa Main” alongside debutante Shanaya Kapoor. Set for a Valentine’s Day 2026 release, "Tu Yaa Main" is believed to be the ultimate date fright film—a gripping, genre-blending ride that promises romance, thrill, and survival, all wrapped in a breathtaking cinematic package. 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
14 May,2025 01:40 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSRandeep Hooda and his actress-entrepreneur wife Lin Laishram, are soaking in the charm of Dalhousie for a romantic escape following the actor’s success of his latest release “Jaat”. A source close to the couple shared, “Randeep and Lin have both had incredibly packed schedules for months.” “This short escape to Dalhousie is not just about taking a break, but about reconnecting with each other, enjoying the simplicity of the hills, and spending uninterrupted time together,” the source added. Lin took to Instagram to share a heartwarming message and photo from the getaway. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lin Laishram (@linlaishram) The post read: “Healing feels softer when it’s held with love. Thank you for being my calm, my strength, and my constant cheerleader. Our little Dalhousie dream home now includes a lift for old age because growing old with you sounds just perfect, meri jaan.” Directed by Gopichand Malineni, “Jaat", which was released in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu on April 10, had Randeep play a ruthless antagonist named Ranatunga. The film follows a mysterious passenger whose obsessive demand for an apology brings him face-to-face with a ruthless labourer-turned-crime boss, resulting in a battle between the two. On April 28, Randeep shared details about his powerful portrayal of the ruthless antagonist Ranatunga. He wrote: "Not just a character, A whole storm! #Ranatunga #Jaat #BehindTheScene #BTS.” In April, he reflected on the challenging journey of portraying 'Ranatunga' in Sunny Deol starrer action drama. The actor shared insights into the intense process of embodying the ruthless antagonist, discussing the physical and emotional challenges he faced in bringing the character to life. The actor wrote, “Still soaking in all the love coming my way for Ranatunga… Playing such a menacing character and still being embraced with so much appreciation has been truly humbling. A huge thank you to my visionary director @yoursgopichand, for trusting me with this intense role and guiding me every step of the way.” “Working alongside the legend @iamsunnydeol Paaji was an absolute blast — so down-to-earth, so full of fire. This journey was raw, challenging, and deeply fulfilling — and your love has made it all the more special.” 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
14 May,2025 01:38 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSBollywood actor Vicky Kaushal, who climbed up the ranks owing to his latest film ‘Chhaava’, is saluting the brave personnel of the Indian Armed Forces. On Tuesday, the actor took to his Instagram, and shared pictures of the men and the women in uniform. While the first picture is of a brave soldier from one of India’s elite forces taking blessings from Lord Hanuman, the second picture is of Colonel Sofiya Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, who gave precise briefing during Operation Sindoor, India’s counter-terror operation after the Pahalgam attacks in April. Vicky also penned a long note in the caption, as he expressed his gratitude to the soldiers, who protect India. He wrote, “The way to peace is through strength. Saluting the unmatched bravery and precision of our Indian Armed Forces. No words can ever describe the gratitude and pride we feel in our hearts for our true heroes. We exist of you. Jai Hind”. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vicky Kaushal (@vickykaushal09) India launched Operation Sindoor in the early hours of May 7, when it carried out precision strikes inside the territory of Pakistan, which is notorious for harbouring terrorism. The strikes were carried out at 9 sites in Pakistan and targeted key terror infrastructures killing close to 100 terrorists. In the following days, tensions between India and Pakistan escalated as the latter sent in surveillance drones, and also allegedly fired a Fatah missile in addition to the Chinese made PL-15. India’s air-defence system consisting of the Russian S-400 engaged with the drones, missiles and other air-borne threats successfully neutralising all of them. Pakistan’s Mirage aircraft was also shot down by the Indian forces. Mirage aircrafts are made by the same French company Dassault Aviation, which makes French Rafale jets. Currently, India has put up a tough stand after the recent skirmishes with Pakistan, and has declared that any future terror attacks sponsored by Pakistan will be an act of war. 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
14 May,2025 12:22 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSActor Avneet Kaur, known for "Tiku Weds Sheru" and "Mardaani 2", on Tuesday shared pictures with Hollywood action icon Tom Cruise ahead of the release of his latest film "Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning" in India. Kaur, who first met Cruise last year on a set visit of the movie, posted two new photos with the American star on her official Instagram account. "Namaste mere aur Mr Cruise ki taraf se poore India ko. Great to see you again @tomcruise @missionimpossible @paramountpics," she wrote in the caption. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Avneet Kaur (@avneetkaur_13) The 23-year-old actor earlier met Cruise in November 2024 on the London sets of "Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning", which is slated to be released in Indian theatres on Saturday. According to videos shared on her Instagram page, Kaur was among a group of selected creators from around the world who were invited by film's studio Paramount Pictures to visit the set, where they also tried their hand at experiencing stunts first hand. Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, the eighth installment in the popular spy action film franchise will be screened at 2025 Cannes Film Festival in the Out of Competition section. 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
14 May,2025 12:17 PM IST | Los Angeles | PTIPopular actress Jannat Zubair Rahmani's dream came true as she posed for a selfie with global superstar Tom Cruise before the release of "Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning" in India. Netizens were amused by this interaction, which was posted on Jannat's official Instagram account. The two pictures captured her priceless selfies in which she couldn't contain her excitement at capturing not just her goal come true but also Cruise's distinctive warmth and charisma. In the caption of her post, Jannat exclaimed, “One selfie with Tom Cruise = Lifetime bragging rights. Somebody pinch meeee!!!" Television actor Arjun Bijlani and Jannat's BFF, Reem Shaikh, reacted to the post with red heart emojis. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jannat Zubair Rahmani (@jannatzubair29) Before this, actress Avneet Kaur shared a heartwarming moment with Cruise. She took to her Instagram handle and dropped a picture of the two exchanging a Namaste. "Namaste mere aur Mr Cruise ki taraf se poore India ko. Great to see you again @tomcruise @missionimpossible," Avneet wrote in the caption. Recently, actor Ali Fazal also showed his appreciation for Cruise for his contributions to global cinema. Taking to his IG, Ali shared a picture of himself with Cruise and penned in the caption, “Best of luck @tomcruise !! You won't need it, but sending you wishes here as I also thank you for keeping the theatres alive and hope that we follow after .. and carry on making movies and telling stories cuz that's really it, all of it- stories. I say this for all industries across the globe - we keep each other afloat one way or another, like kt or not. We break when we bow - not in humility but in servitude. And so, the title like a dilemma always fits - #MissionImpossible.” "Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning" is slated to hit the Indian theatres on May 17, ahead of its U.S release on May 23. 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
14 May,2025 12:14 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSActress Preity Zinta revealed the reason behind her positive outlook on life and constant smile on her face. During an AMA (Ask me anything) session on X, a fan asked Preity about how she always maintains a constant smile on her face. To this, the "Veer-Zaara" actor replied, "Whenever I want to complain, I look at people that don’t have love or family or jobs or the poverty around and how difficult it is for people to make ends meet. How can I complain after that? In fact, I thank god everyday for giving me more than I dreamt for. Therefore, smiling comes easily & so does gratitude," along with a folding hands emoji. When another netizen asked the reason behind her beauty, Preity shared, "Don’t know about that but …. how I look and my age seems to be a hot topic everyday! I think my brains are better than my face if you ask me but chalo koi na … will take the compliment. Somehow men are never asked how good they look at their age everyday - only their achievements are celebrated, but where I’m concerned ( or for that reason women)the conversation never goes past the age & face & sadly achievements are rarely mentioned! Sending you lots of love cuz your intent was good !" A curious user even asked the diva about how to get dimples like her. Preity reacted to this saying, "@realpreityzinta It’s called a muscle defect...Seriously ! Here is a perfect example of how a defect or imperfection is actually liked by people so we should not always try to fix everything in life. Our defects/shortcomings make us human." Talking about her professional commitments, Preity is all set to make her Bollywood comeback with Rajkumar Santoshi's “Lahore 1947," opposite Sunny Deol. 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
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