On Friday, Prime Video announced the global streaming premiere of the super hit comedy-drama, Madgaon Express. Headlined by Divyenndu, Pratik Gandhi, and Avinash Tiwary, the film also features Nora Fatehi, Upendra Limaye, and Chhaya Kadam in pivotal roles. Produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar under the banner of Excel Entertainment. Madgaon Express marks the directorial debut of actor Kunal Kemmu. The film will stream in India and over 240 countries and territories starting May 17.

Talking about the film, director Kunal Kemmu said, “Madgaon Express holds a special place in my heart as it’s my first project as a director and also a writer. It was the most liberating experience for me. Every member of the cast and crew poured their hearts, love, sweat, and tears into this film to guarantee that viewers would have a blast watching the hilarious antics of our three leads. The overwhelming adulation the film received during its theatrical run has been humbling. I am thrilled that it will now be available to a global audience through Prime Video.”

Manish Menghani, director – content licensing, Prime Video India, also shared, “Madgaon Express has been lauded for its revival of the classic comedy genre which has led to much audience love and appreciation. The movie’s relatable themes, phenomenal dynamic between the lead characters, and Kunal Kemmu’s commitment to portraying comedic gold on screen has contributed to making the film a huge success. It exemplifies our continued commitment to bringing fresh, top-notch Indian stories to our global audience. We are looking forward to adding yet another much-loved and successful title to Prime Video’s selection of blockbuster films.”

Producer Ritesh Sidhwani also added, “From the initial concept to the final edits, this film has been a journey of exceptional talent coming together. Kunal's vision as a director is fresh and captivating, and the phenomenal performances by Divyenndu, Pratik, Avinash, and the entire cast truly elevates the story. We're confident that Prime Video's global reach will allow audiences worldwide to experience the twists, turns, and thrills of Madgaon Express, and we can't wait for everyone to revel in this laugh riot.”

the Goa trip finally left the gc! ????????#MadgaonExpressOnPrime, watch nowhttps://t.co/o7vKye1ujL@divyenndu @pratikg80 @avinashtiw85 @norafatehi @Upendralimaye @CKadam24187 @kunalkemmu @ritesh_sid @FarOutAkhtar @roo_cha @J10kassim @vishalrr #Olly @adilafsar @chouhanmanoj82… pic.twitter.com/x4L0Bf9uAj — prime video IN (@PrimeVideoIN) May 16, 2024

Speaking of the plotline, the film revolves around three childhood friends, Dodo, Pinku, and Ayush, whose quintessential teenage dream of going to Goa together has never been fulfilled.  Years later, they reunite to finally embark upon their dream trip, only for their unforgettable vacation to go off-track. An unwarranted luggage mix-up and a bag full of unidentified drugs later, hilarity ensues as the trio must escape from drug lords, cops, and gangsters in a bid to save their lives.

Also Read: Madgaon Express Box Office: Kunal Kemmu film goes past Rs. 35 crores mark

Arjun Kapoor's stint as a villain has come to an end! On Wednesday, the actor shared his excitement on social media after completing his filming for the upcoming action flick Singham Again. This marks a significant milestone for Kapoor, who expressed his joy at being part of director Rohit Shetty's renowned "cop universe." With Kapoor's filming wrapped, the baton seems to be passed to Ranveer Singh. Reports suggest Singh has finished a majority of his scenes for the Ajay Devgn-led cop film. The actor is expected to complete his portions by month-end.

According to a report in Mid-day, a source revealed, “There's some minor patchwork shooting remaining, which will be completed at Film City within the next two weeks.”

This conclusion leaves Singh with a crucial decision – what's next? Industry insiders hint at three potential projects on his slate: Aditya Dhar's gangster drama Dhurandhar, Prasanth Varma's upcoming film, and the highly anticipated Don 3 alongside Farhan Akhtar. The source further stated, “Singh is expected to commence shooting for Aditya's film in June. He's also been in talks with Prasanth Varma, known for HanuMan, regarding their next project, tentatively titled Rakshas.”

Rakshas is said to be a mythological film set in the pre-Independence era, with Singh portraying a morally ambiguous character. This unique role has reportedly piqued his interest. By the end of this month, Singh is likely to finalize the details of his next project. The current plan involves wrapping up Dhurandhar in a continuous shoot by July-end, followed by a break in August before diving into Varma's film in September.

Regarding Dhar’s project, a source told Bollywood Hungama anonymously a month ago, “Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar are very keen to make their first collaboration very special. They want to mount the film like the biggest action thriller set against the backdrop of politics and gang wars. The vision to make this requires a big budget and they are not able to align their vision with their studio partner.”

The source further informed that Aditya Dhar is now taking time off to rework the script and scale down some of the action sequences to bring it into a particular budget structure. “The market is not lucrative as the digital streaming market has come down in the last 2 years. With films not fetching the requisite value of digital rights, the studios have asked a lot of directors to rework their budgets. Aditya Dhar is now working to get budgets in place,” the source said. ALSO READ: Arjun Kapoor wraps 20th film Singham Again, praises Rohit Shetty: “One of the biggest milestones of my career with a director who is the boss of MASS CINEMA”

The animated flick The Garfield Movie is all set to release in India on Friday, May 17, a week before its release in North America and major markets on May 24. The buzz is tremendous for the film in the West and as per Variety, it’s all set to open at $35 million in the weekend, despite clashing with Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. What’s interesting to note is that worldwide, audiences watching The Garfield Movie will see the mention of an Indian production house in the beginning slate and end credits.

It has come to light that Prime Focus, an Indian studio known for delivering VFX in local and international films, is one of the producers of The Garfield Movie. As soon as the film begins, the logo of Prime Focus is displayed along with Sony Pictures, Columbia Pictures, Alcon Entertainment etc. And in the end credits, Namit Malhotra’s name in big bold letters is mentioned as one of the producers.

Interestingly, Prime Focus was also one of the producers of Brahmastra. Released in 2022, this Ranbir Kapoor-Alia Bhatt starrer was loved for its concept, performances, music and of course VFX that matched global standards. If all goes well, Prime Focus will also be a part of one of the most awaited films, Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash of KGF fame. However, as per recent reports, Prime Focus is yet to fulfill the payment terms to producer Madhu Mantena.

Prime Focus has delivered VFX in several significant Hollywood films like Harry Potter series, Tenet, Dunkirk, films of the Marvel Cinematic Universe including Avengers: Endgame, Mission Impossible films, Fast & Furious films, movies of the DC Universe, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire etc.

After The Garfield Movie, Prime Focus has also produced Animal Friends, which is a live action-cum-animated film starring Ryan Reynolds and Jason Momoa. It is expected to be released in 2025.

Also Read: The Garfield Movie Trailer: Chris Pratt’s Garfield embarks on a dangerous and secret mission in first glimpse, watch

Ever heard of ghosting, breadcrumbing, benching, and caspering? No? Well, if not, get ready to dive into the world of modern love with a twist of Second Round in this Pyaar with Ishq Vishk Rebound – a Gen Z take on love stories unlike the Shahid Kapoor, Amrita Rao, Shenaz Treasurywala starrer prequel, which released in 2003. Just a day ago, the makers decided to add to the anticipation by dropping character posters introducing the charming foursome — Rohit Saraf, Pashmina Roshan, Jibraan Khan, and Naila Grrewal. While it created quite a stir among the audiences, the recently released teaser is all set to give you some more glimpses of the complex chemistry between these four college-going youngsters in the film.

On May 16, the makers dropped an intriguing teaser, transporting everyone back to their college days with mushy romances, true friendships, betrayal, and guaranteed entertainment! So, the question is: will you hold on, or move on? But the teaser asserts that this is not your regular love story. The one-minute long clip gives you montages of a complex web of romance between Sanya, Saheer, Riya, and Raghav, as they navigate love and friendship amid fears and insecurities that lead them down a challenging path where these relationships get entangled.

View this post on Instagram

  A post shared by Rohit Suresh Saraf (@rohitsaraf)

View this post on Instagram

  A post shared by Rohit Suresh Saraf (@rohitsaraf)

Tips Films’, Ishq Vishk Rebound marks the debut of Hrithik Roshan’s cousin Pashmina Roshan alongside Naila Grrewal, who recently featured in the web-series Mamla Legal Hai and actor Jibraan Khan. Produced by Ramesh Taurani & Jaya Taurani, directed by Nipun Avinash Dharmadhikari, the film is slated to release in theatres June 21, 2024.

Also Read: Naila Grrewal says working with Ishq Vishk Rebound co-star Rohit Saraf was “a deeply rewarding journey”

From Bigg Boss to Junooniyatt, Gautam Vig has become a renowned household name, courtesy his role as the obsessed Jordan in the Colors serial. Now fans of the actor would be excited to hear from inside sources that he is planning on taking up a new show, wherein he will be the lead. Although not many details have been revealed, it has been learnt that the actor, who was recently seen in the Dangal TV show Dalchini, is set to join an upcoming untitled show which is expected to be a supernatural thriller that will air on Star Bharat.

Sources state that the untitled show is produced under the banner of Full Focus Entertainment and is expected to premiere next month. The source also went on to state how the supernatural thriller is an unexplored genre for Gautam Vig and added, “Gautam is celebrated for his versatile acting skills, and now he is set to play the lead character in Star Bharat’s new show. This role marks a first-time experience for him, promising to be both interesting and intriguing. The show is expected to premiere in mid-June 2024.”

While this supernatural thriller is expected to bring a fresh and exciting storyline to Star Bharat’s audience, along with a fresh pairing on screen, it is being said the series will explore supernatural elements which will keep viewers on the edge of their seats along with a promise that it will feature Gautam in a role which will showcase a different facet of his acting abilities.

Meanwhile, as per the sources, the serial will be airing from Monday to Friday on Star Bharat but further information on the premiere and other details are currently being kept under wraps since the show is still in its initial stages.

Also Read: Junooniyatt: Gautam Singh Vig reveals about using a real revolver for his recent scene; says, “We wanted to infuse this intense scene with authenticity”

Rakhi Sawant's hospitalization for health concerns has taken a dramatic turn. After being hospitalized for chest pain and uterine issues, her ex-husband Adil Khan Durrani cast doubt on the situation, claiming it's a ploy to avoid an upcoming court hearing. In a fresh update, Rakhi's advocate Falguni Brahmabhatt has refuted Adil's claims and shared details on Rakhi's condition in an interview with ETimes TV.

Falguni said, "Rakhi has medical issues, no doubt about it. Whatever Adil is saying, that is what he is thinking. He believes that because the court date is coming near, Rakhi is spreading rumours. But that is not true, she is undergoing treatment and shall undergo surgery soon. She has fibrosis, there will be another checkup with the gynaec for what the other issues are. And yes, she also has heart issues. Rakhi had anxiety, chest pain and palpitations."

When asked about the court hearing, she quipped, "She will move court within a two-three days' time. As the date is coming closer, as her advocates we will take legal steps to ensure that her legal procedures or compliance are made. The directions of the Supreme Court will be followed. It is not that she is running away, Rakhi has already instructed us, and we shall take legal steps at the appropriate time. She will be back very soon."

Falguni further reacted to Adil's claims saying, "Adil is just trying to grab publicity in this, he had mentioned that last year he did all the tests. He wasn't even there, for 6 months he was in jail. He wasn't even there with Rakhi when she went for her medical tests. And even if he was there with her, then anyone could have a medical emergency. She would have been alright last year, but she could also have a medical emergency, you cannot determine something that happens all of a sudden."

She concluded, "As Adil said, she is lying and doing all this to stay away from the jail, so there is nothing like that. Rakhi will be there before the court and her fate will be decided by the court and not by Adil. He is only doing this to grab publicity."

Also Read : Adil Khan claims Rakhi Sawant’s hospitalization is fake; says, “This is only a drama to escape going to jail”

In an exciting revelation, it has been confirmed that Kartik Aaryan and Triptii Dimri will be sharing the screen space in Anurag Basu's next romantic film, following their collaboration in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. The horror comedy, helmed by Anees Bazmee, has generated high anticipation since it went on floors earlier this year. Buzz is already circulating that the actors have committed to a second project together, reportedly a romantic film directed by Anurag Basu.

Producer Bhushan Kumar shed light on the upcoming venture in an interview with Zoom, addressing speculation about Kartik and Triptii starring in Aashiqui 3. He clarified, "We are not making Aashiqui 3 right now. Kartik and Triptii are a part of another romantic movie, which Anurag dada is directing." He further emphasized, "The name Aashiqui is not there for this film."

Kartik Aaryan is now awaiting the release of his highly anticipated Chandu Champion. The film is all set to release on June 14. Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala and helmed by Kabir Khan, the movie is inspired by the real-life story of India’s first Paralympic gold medallist Murlikant Petkar. Triptii Dimri is all set to star alongside Vicky Kaushal and Ammy Virk in Bad Newz. Directed by Anand Tiwari and produced by Karan Johar, the film is all set to release on July 19, 2024.

Following the success of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, Kartik Aaryan will be reprising his character Rooh Baba for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. The film will also star Vidya Balan in a key role. Back in March, the makers announced the first schedule wrap of the film.

Also Read: Kartik Aaryan to launch Chandu Champion’s trailer in his hometown Gwalior on May 18

Divyanka Tripathi has responded to Krishna Mukherjee's harassment claims against Shubh Shagun producer Kundan Singh, claiming that he locked her in a makeup room once. Divyanka and Krishna previously appeared together in the hit show Yeh Hai Mohabbatein.

In a recent interview, Divyanka Tripathi addressed Krishna Mukherjee's charges against the producer of her show. Tripathi stated that she was "shocked" when she learned about it and felt that such behavior is "appalling."

“This behaviour is appalling. I am shocked. I got to know about this when only somebody asked me about it in one of my last interviews. I was just shocked. How can this happen in today’s time? Our Union rules are very strong. Yes, earlier, I could have thought of something else. When we started our careers, at that time unions weren’t strong but today, people are scared. They are scared of contracts. Besides this, humanity! How can you lock one of your actors? There are other ways to deal,” Divyanka told TellyChakkar.

Last month, television actress Krishna Mukherjee stunned everyone when she made serious claims against the creator of her show, Shubh Shagun. Krishna, who got to prominence with her role in Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, spoke up about her depression and blamed the producers of Shubh Shagun for her uneasiness. She claimed she was going through "tough times" and accused the show's producer of harassment.

The 31-year-old actress also claimed that the show's producers locked her in a makeup room once because she was ill and refused to film. She also accused them of failing to pay her dues and said that the production business had failed to pay her a "big amount."

However, the Shubh Shagun producer, Kundan Sharma, denied all allegations made by Krishna and accused her of defaming him instead. In his statement, Kundan lashed out at Krishna and accused her of “misleading” all by making false allegations.

Later, in an interview, Kundan criticized Krishna for claiming that he had threatened her and claimed that she was making such allegations only to be in the limelight. The producer also said that everyone on sets is treated with "great respect" and claimed that “Krishna wants to prove herself as truthful, she is making up ten other lies.”

Also Read : Krishna Mukherjee reveals Shubh Shagun producers harassed her; Aly Goni claims he is owed ₹39 lakh

On Wednesday morning Kareena Kapoor Khan took to her Instagram handle to share a new advertisement featuring herself and her mother-in-law, Sharmila Tagore. Their collaboration for a décor brand myTrident home was no less than a pleasant surprise for the fans.

In the ad, Sharmila and Kareena are seen having a fun morning in their respective rooms wearing robes while simultaneously dancing to their own rhythm making sure the room looks tidy. When they finally meet for breakfast, both complement each other starting their day on a happy note. Kareena captioned the post, “Rolling with the queen - Real to reel life.”

The excitement of the fans was clearly visible on the comment section. A fan wrote: “Saas bahu (mother-in-law and wife) goals.” Another user commented, “How adorable!! (red heart emoticons) what a beautiful concept!” A comment also read, “This is the best video of the morning!” “Wow that's so lovely seeing you both together,” wrote another netizen.

“I genuinely feel that connection and love for her because she has been so warm, so caring. I think she looks at me more like a daughter, like Soha and Saba. It's always been like that. She's always made me feel welcomed,” Kareena spoke during an episode of Koffee with Karan.

Kareena was last seen in Crew alongside Tabu and Kirti Sanon and will soon be seen again in Singham Again alongside Ajay Devgan, Deepika Padukone, Tiger Shroff, Ranveer Singh and Arjun Kapoor.

Also Read: Saif Ali Khan’s 16-year-old tattoo of Kareena on forearm covered up?

In a surprising revelation, it has come to light that Indian actress Taapsee Pannu co-owns a wedding planning company with her sister Shagun Pannu. This very company orchestrated Taapsee's recent nuptials to long-time boyfriend Mathias Boe, marking one of the most intimate, private, and quietest weddings in the film industry. What a lot of celebrities couldn’t achieve, Taapsee achieved that with her wedding.

Taapsee, known for her roles in films like Haseen Dilruba and Thappad, tied the knot with Mathias Boe, a Danish badminton player, in a ceremony that defied typical Bollywood extravagance. Unlike many celebrity weddings, Taapsee chose to keep her celebration under wraps, opting for a deeply personal and close-knit affair in her homeland. The entire event, from the Mehendi ceremony to the wedding day, was orchestrated by ‘The Wedding Factory,’ the company she co-owns with her sister Shagun.

Her decision to get married in her homeland, despite her husband's foreign roots, further highlights her preference for simplicity and tradition over grandeur. This choice has been applauded by many, as it stands out in an industry where destination weddings are the norm.

Taapsee's wedding was a delightful surprise to her fans, who admire her for both her acting prowess and her grounded nature. By choosing to keep her wedding private and using her own company to plan it, Taapsee has set a new precedent for celebrity weddings in Bollywood.

Also Read: Akshay Kumar, Taapsee Pannu, and others to turn guests on Shikhar Dhawan’s debut show Dhawan Karenge

A few pictures of Rakhi Sawant being admitted to the hospital went viral a few days ago. Adil Khan, her ex-husband claimed in a chat with News18 that she has just created ‘drama’ in order to avoid a prison sentence. Adil accused Rakhi of allegedly sharing their private, sexually graphic videos.

The report also added that Rakhi has also been charged with offences under Sections 500, 504 and 34 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), relating to defamation and complicity in criminal intent, as well as Section 67(A) of the Information and Technology Act (IT Act), for electronically disseminating sexually explicit material.

Adil has now said, "There are no medical reports. Doctors haven’t said anything. We don’t know which hospital she is in. If it is a heart attack, I think patients generally need oxygen masks, but she (Rakhi Sawant) does not have that too. She is doing this only because she has to surrender to cops soon. This is only a drama to escape going to jail.”

Her first husband Ritesh Singh claimed that doctors discovered a tumor in her uterus after she was brought to the hospital. As a response to this claim, Adil said, “There is nothing like this. When I was in a relationship with Rakhi, she underwent full body tests. She had no problem.”

Adil married Somi Khan of Bigg Boss 12 earlier this year, in March. Sharing the photos, they captioned the post, “Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem. We are overjoyed to announce that by the grace of Allah, we have solemnized our Nikkah in a simple and beautiful ceremony.”

Rakhi and Adil announced their marriage last year. A few weeks later, she filed a FIR against him, accusing him of domestic violence, financial mismanagement, and tormenting her. Adil was arrested in February of last year.

Also Read : Rakesh Sawant prays for the speedy recovery of Rakhi Sawant; accuses her haters for her condition saying, “God will punish them”

Ever since the first-look poster of Chandu Champion, jointly produced by Sajid Nadiadwala and Kabir Khan was released, nationwide excitement has been seen to watch Kartik Aaryan in a never-before-seen avatar. The poster featuring Kartik Aaryan in ‘langot’ generated extremely positive chatter. Today morning, the makers surprised us with another poster reveal as they piqued the excitement at peak while unveiling the solid second poster featuring Kartik as 'Boxer'.

After the unveiling of the poster, the excitement went to the next level and it perfectly captured the visual of Kartik Aaryan standing in the ring. While his transformation, sincerity, passion, and work speak volumes in the poster, the story behind the making of this poster is equally exciting.

Source informed threw light on the poster making and said, “Where in today's time most filmmakers believe in 'Photoshoot' sessions for poster shoots, the filmmaker Kabir Khan was sure to go the natural way to make the poster look real. No one knows that the 'Boxer' poster has been shot candidly.”

The source further added, “When Kartik Aaryan and Kabir Khan were done with the boxing sequence filming for Chandu Champion, then only Kabir Khan decided to shoot the poster naturally as Kartik was completely into the character. The filmmaker took the moment and shot the picture.”

The makers have gone clutter-breaking way and have made sure to give a natural and real touch to everything coming from the film. This raises the anticipation high, to watching the biggest film Chandu Champion in cinemas and watching the trailer releasing on May 18, 2024.

Mark your calendars for June 14, 2024, as the joint production by Sajid Nadiadwala and Kabir Khan Chandu Champion is set to release on this date and is ready to captivate audiences worldwide with its gripping narrative and stellar performances.

Also Read: Kartik Aaryan flaunts his abs as he transforms into a boxer in the second poster of Chandu Champion: “You have to keep fighting”