One of the greatest films of Indian cinema, Sholay (1975), is all set to re-release in cinemas on Friday, December 12. Titled Sholay - The Final Cut, it promises to showcase the original ending for the first time ever in India. It also includes two deleted scenes and moreover, the film will be released in 4K and Dolby 5.1 with the original 70 mm aspect ratio of 2.2:1. Sadly, the re-release hasn’t been handled well, leading to fears that the cult classic might suffer.

The first sign of trouble arose when the screening of Sholay - The Final Cut’s was cancelled at the at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), Goa. Though it was believed that the plan was dropped due to the death of Dharmendra, who stars in the film, a report by Hindustan Times carried a source of an anonymous IFFI official who confirmed that the screening was scrapped due to “technical glitches from the makers’ side”.

A trade source told Bollywood Hungama, “On November 15, the team of Sholay - The Final Cut, that is, restoration partner Film Heritage Foundation (FHF) and producers Sippy Films, announced that the 1975 classic will be re-released on December 12. Interestingly, the FHF’s social media post made a claim that the film would release in 1500 screens in India. But this piece of information was missing in the posts of Sippy Films and Pen.”

A post, uploaded by Film Heritage Foundation last week, said, ‘This is the biggest ever release of a restored film befitting the return of India’s most iconic film to the big screen 50 years since it was first released’. It also hammered once again that it will have a release in 1500 screens. Finally, on December 2, a post by Sippy Films, also confirmed that the 1500 release plan was on.

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The trade source continued, “The industry was shocked by this claim. After all, it is unheard of a film having such a wide release in its repeat run. Earlier, Rakesh Roshan attempted the widest re-release with Karan Arjun (1995). It had released in 1110 screens and that was possible as there was no competition. As for Sholay - The Final Cut, it was scheduled to release a week after Dhurandhar and clash with Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2, backed by Disney-Star Studio18. Hence, we wonder what made them make such a claim?”

The source then said, “As expected, it is struggling to get even 1000 screens. The team of Sholay - The Final Cut is lucky that they have a distributor in the form of Pen Marudhar Entertainment. They have used their goodwill and extensive distribution network to get as many theatres as possible. But its next to impossible for the film to release in 1500 screens.”

An industry insider commented, “Dhurandhar has picked up big time and it’ll roar in the second week. That film is more than 3.30 hours long and so is Sholay - The Final Cut. As a result, cinemas will face capacity issues. Usually, tickets of re-release films are capped at Rs. 150. But Sholay - The Final Cut’s tickets will be available at normal rates, which again, is not a good idea.”

He also said, “The timing is just wrong. There’s Avatar: Fire And Ash next Friday followed by multiple films on Christmas. Was there really a need to bring Sholay - The Final Cut in this crowded month? Couldn’t they have come in November? Or rather in the first or second week of January 2026, when the competition is much lesser?”

The insider signed off by exulting, “Sholay is a cult classic, loved by one and all. Does a legendary film require such ‘widest release ever’ marketing tactics? Nevertheless, we still hope Sholay - The Final Cut manages to find huge number of audiences. Many have never seen it on the big screen and also, with Dharam ji passing away less than a month ago, the film is back in the news. We hope all these factors contribute to its good run at the box office.”

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James Bond Gets Replaced by Tatya Tope. Tatya Tope must have been dubbed with James Bond during the original film. In Cinemas December 12

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Dialogue change leads to unrest Last week, the fans of Sholay were left angry when Sholay - The Final Cut’s trailer revealed that ‘James Bond’ was replaced by ‘Tatya Tope’ in a crucial dialogue. Bollywood Hungama was the first one to write about it.

Bollywood Hungama then spoke to Javed Akhtar and he, too, was stunned. He said, “What does this mean? And this is just one dialogue. They might have similarly changed other famous lines. The audience won’t accept this...Have they spoken to the director (Ramesh Sippy)? They have certainly not spoken to me or to Salim saab (Khan). We are the writers of those lines that are recited even today by fans of Sholay.”

To conclude Sholay – The Final Cut should have been in the news solely for restoring the original ending and bringing back the classic in 4K and 70 mm, but instead, it finds itself battling negative chatter – from the IFFI “technical” cancellation to the unrealistic 1500-screen claim and the controversial dialogue tweak. These self-inflicted blows were hardly needed for a film that has commanded love for 50 years. Hopefully, the audience will look beyond the mismanagement, turn up in good numbers and ensure that this landmark re-release is remembered for packed houses and nostalgia, not just for mistakes.

Also Read: Javed Akhtar fumes at the changed dialogue in Sholay – The Final Cut trailer, “No, you can’t tamper with this”

When the year was all about loud blockbusters, along came Saiyaara, which became the biggest love story of the decade. After creating a storm at the box office and emerging as a massive blockbuster, the film is now all set to reach an even wider audience, ready to touch hearts across metros and the hinterlands alike, as it makes its world television premiere. Sony MAX revealed the premiere on its Instagram handle, announcing that the film will air exclusively on Sony MAX on 20th December at 8:00 PM.

Directed by Mohit Suri and produced by Yash Raj Films, Saiyaara is a musical romantic drama led by Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, whose performances struck a chord with audiences and quickly turned them into popular heartthrobs right after the film’s release.

Indian audiences have always gravitated towards great love stories, returning to them time and again for the emotions they bring alive on screen. Saiyaara taps straight into that longing with a romance that believes in staying. It follows Krissh Kapoor (Ahaan Panday), a passionate musician, and Vaani Batra (Aneet Padda), a gentle, soft-spoken poet, whose paths cross through a shared love for music and art. When Krissh discovers that Vaani is battling Alzheimer’s, his love for her doesn’t waver… instead, he chooses to stand by her, underlining the film’s central idea that true love goes beyond all hardships.

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The film’s music stays with you long after it’s over, with the title track becoming an viral hit! With Christmas around the corner, Saiyaara makes for the perfect watch… warm, emotional and romantic. Whether you’re revisiting the film or watching it for the first time, this world television premiere on Sony MAX is one you definitely wouldn’t want to miss!

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Actress Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia, known for her impactful performances on television and Punjabi films, is all set to take an exciting leap in her career as she collaborates with Shaheer Sheikh and Mouni Roy in a highly anticipated OTT thriller project. The actress recently set social media abuzz after sharing a series of behind-the-scenes pictures featuring the star-studded cast. The photos, which include senior actor Sanjay Kapoor, Shaheer Sheikh, Mouni Roy, Avinash Mishra, Harman Singha, and Asheema Vardaan, have sparked widespread curiosity and celebration among fans.

Netizens are thrilled to see Nimrit & Shaheer together in this fresh & young pairing working alongside such a powerful ensemble, praising the on-screen dynamics the cast is expected to bring.

A source close to the project shared insight into the scale and excitement surrounding the collaboration, saying, “This is one of the most promising projects Nimrit has been a part of. Her onscreen character has the potential to hit the audience with her emotional depth and versatility. Bringing her together with talents like Shaheer Sheikh, Mouni Roy, and Sanjay Kapoor has created a lot of buzz internally as well.”

Fans are excited to see Nimrit in a completely new light, and the timing of this project aligns perfectly with her creative evolution.

While more details about the storyline and release are under wraps, the combination of a noteworthy cast and a fresh platform for Nimrit has already positioned the project as one to watch out for. Fans eagerly await further announcements as anticipation continues to build across social media.

Also Read: Teachers’ Day 2025: Bigg Boss 17 fame Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia praises her “extraordinary teacher” Seema Pahwa; says, “She is an inspiration and a guiding light”

The Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar is having a great run at the box office, not just in India but also abroad. In 4 days, it has managed to collect a huge Rs. 44.08 crores overseas. This figure could have been more if the action entertainer had found a release in the Gulf countries or the UAE /GCC belt.

A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE have not released Dhurandhar. There were apprehensions that this would happen as the film is perceived as an ‘anti-Pakistan film’. Also, in the past, such films have failed to procure a release in this region. Yet, the team of Dhurandhar made an attempt, but sadly, all the countries did not approve of the theme of the film. This is why Dhurandhar hasn't been released in any of the Gulf countries.”

Besides Ranveer Singh, Dhurandhar also stars Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun and Rakesh Bedi. Directed by Aditya Datt, it tells the story of an Indian officer who infiltrates Pakistan and wreaks havoc in the country’s underworld and political establishment.

Past examples

The 2024 Hrithik Roshan-Deepika Padukone starrer Fighter was initially banned in all the Gulf countries initially, except the UAE (United Arab Emirates). The film's depiction of the Pulwama attack sparked criticism from some sections in Pakistan, with accusations of the film promoting an "anti-Pakistan" agenda and "exploiting a sensitive issue".

Shockingly, a day later, even the UAE suspended its release in its territory. Following this, the makers of Fighter submitted the re-edited version of the film to the UAE ministry after removing some ‘problematic’ scenes and dialogues. However, the UAE ministry rejected the re-edited version of Fighter too.

Earlier this year, the Akshay Kumar-starrer Sky Force and the John Abraham-starrer The Diplomat were banned in several countries of the Middle East due to concerns over their content. Both these films also dealt with Pakistan. 

Article 370 (2024), which was based on the revocation of a controversial article in Kashmir, was also refused certification in GCC. Tiger 3 (2023), starring Salman Khan, was banned in Oman, Kuwait and Qatar. 

The Kashmir Files (2022) was banned in several Gulf states. UAE initially banned it but later cleared it with an adults-only certificate.

Also Read: “I’m blown away”: Akshay Kumar reviews Dhurandhar, calls it a “gripping tale”

One of the greatest films of Indian cinema, Sholay (1975), is all set to re-release. However, this re-release stands out. Titled Sholay - The Final Cut, it features the original climax of the film along with two deleted scenes, which the viewers will get to see in all its glory on the big screen for the first time ever. Moreover, the film has been restored in 4K with the original 70 mm aspect ratio of 2.2:1. The sound has been restored using the original sound negative, and the magnetic soundtrack preserved by Film Heritage Foundation. Hence, it promises a fine cinematic experience.

Since the film has added three new scenes, the makers had to go through the censor process. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) saw Sholay - The Final Cut on November 24, 2025 and passed it with a ‘U’ certificate. Thankfully, no cuts were enforced. The length of the film, as mentioned on the censor certificate, is 209.05 minutes. In other words, Sholay - The Final Cut is 3 hours 29 minutes and 5 seconds long. The original 1975 version is said to be around 190 minutes, or 3 hours and 10 minutes long.

Interestingly, it was the then CBFC, and also the government of the day, that compelled director Ramesh Sippy to change the ending of the film. The original ending featured Thakur (Sanjeev Kumar) killing the villain, Gabbar Singh (Amjad Khan).

Bollywood Hungama exclusively spoke to director Ramesh Sippy in October about the changed ending. He said, “In 1975, it was the time of the Emergency. So, we couldn’t argue too much. But the end that I put in had to be shot (at the last minute). This changed climax was the same ending that took place in every film at that time. The police comes and says, ‘Ruk jaao’! So, it was a typical ending. That’s what I didn’t like; there was no other reason. However, the Censor officials stressed that ‘He’s an officer. He should not be taking the law into his own hands'. Actually, I can’t say hands as he didn’t have any (laughs)!”

Sadly, the re-censor process has led to fears among fans that the team behind Sholay - The Final Cut have tampered with the film’s dialogues. Last week, the fans of Sholay were left angry when Sholay - The Final Cut’s trailer revealed that ‘James Bond’ was replaced by ‘Tatya Tope’ in a crucial dialogue. Bollywood Hungama was the first one to write about it. Even Javed Akhtar, who wrote the dialogues along with Salim Khan, protested this shocking change.

Exhibitors’ woes

Meanwhile, exhibitors are gearing up not just for a crowded December but also for unusually long films in a short span. The first three weeks of December will see three films with more than 3 hours run time arriving one after another. It started with last week’s Dhurandhar; the Ranveer Singh-starrer has a run time of 3 hours and 34 minutes. Sholay - The Final Cut, as aforementioned, is 3 hours and 29 minutes long. Next week’s highly-awaited Avatar: Fire And Ash, meanwhile, has a length of 3 hours and 17 minutes.

An exhibition source told Bollywood Hungama, “We have had 3 hours plus long films releasing once in a blue moon. But this is the first time it has happened to have 3 films back-to-back with such lengthy run times. We’ll manage this week and next as Sholay - The Final Cut is not taking a lot of screen space. But next week will be a challenge when we’ll have to accommodate Avatar: Fire And Ash and Dhurandhar. The latter has picked up and how, and it's clear that it's not going to stop for a few weeks.”

Also Read: Javed Akhtar fumes at the changed dialogue in Sholay – The Final Cut trailer, “No, you can’t tamper with this”

Kartik Aaryan sparked widespread speculation online after sharing a brief video featuring acclaimed Hollywood filmmaker Darren Aronofsky. Known for films such as Black Swan, Requiem for a Dream, The Wrestler, and the Academy Award–winning The Whale, Aronofsky’s appearance alongside the Bollywood actor immediately drew attention.

The buzz intensified when Aronofsky commented on Kartik’s post with, “Should we announce our collab here?” The light-hearted remark prompted curiosity about a potential project involving the two. While no official confirmation has been made, the exchange fuelled discussions about the possibility of a cross-industry collaboration.

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Kartik later posted an Instagram story describing the meeting and expressing his admiration, writing, “Black Swan, The Whale are some of my fav films and you are a legend my friend, it was lovely to have chai with you!! Can't wait for you know what.”

The interaction adds to Kartik Aaryan’s growing visibility outside India. In recent years, the actor has appeared at major international events and expanded his global outreach through endorsements and festival appearances. His meeting with Aronofsky has further contributed to the conversation around Indian performers taking on an increasingly prominent role in global entertainment.

Also Read: SCOOP: Trailer of Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri expected to be launched on December 15 in a GRAND event in the presence of Kartik Aaryan, Ananya Panday

At the 5th Red Sea International Film Festival, Alia Bhatt was honoured with the prestigious Golden Globe Horizon Award, accompanied by a special retrospective celebrating her remarkable journey in cinema.

Emerging as one of the festival’s most celebrated personalities, Alia’s recognition marks a major milestone in her global trajectory. The announcement, made by the festival on Instagram, further cements her growing influence on the international stage.

Helen Hoehne, President of the Golden Globes, shared, “We are equally thrilled to recognize and celebrate Alia Bhatt with the Golden Globes Horizon Award, celebrating her exceptional contributions to international cinema and the continued rise of the Middle East as a dynamic and influential hub for film and television on a global stage.”

The Horizon Award honours emerging creative forces whose rapid ascent is shaping regional and global culture across the Middle East, Asia, and North Africa.

“This is an honor to be recognized by the Golden Globes and I am grateful for the opportunity to speak for a new generation of aspiring performers and women who are making a difference in film and television around the world,” Bhatt said. “At a time when global voices are coming together to tell more inclusive and impactful stories, this recognition feels especially meaningful. The Golden Globes are an iconic part of the global awards universe and I am delighted to be part of it and look forward to continuing my career in telling more stories of powerful and deserving women.”

Also Read: Alia Bhatt drops unseen pics from Raha’s birthday and new home puja with Ranbir Kapoor; watch

2025 will end on a romantic and fun note thanks to Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri. Starring Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday, the romcom has caught attention thanks to its fresh pairing, vibrant and youthful feel, breathtaking locations and peppy songs. Bollywood Hungama has learned that if all goes well, the trailer of the film will be unveiled early next week.

A source told Bollywood Hungama, “The team of the film plans to launch the trailer on Monday, December 15. Mostly, the date is locked, but a final call will be taken today, that is, Thursday, December 11.”

The source further said, “A grand event is being planned in Mumbai. It’ll be attended by lead actors Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday, director Sameer Vidwans and producers Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, Apoorva Mehta and Bhumika Tewari of Dharma Productions and Shareen Mantri Kedia and Kishor Arora of Namah Pictures. One can expect a fun event as the makers are pumped about their product and since it’s a light-hearted entertainer, the team is expected to crack jokes and make merry.”

The source also added, “Until now, the teaser and songs of Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri have been out. The trailer is keenly awaited as it’ll help viewers understand the story of the film. Even the trade and industry are keeping an eye on the same, as it is one of the most significant releases of 2025.”

Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri is all set to arrive in cinemas on Christmas, that is, December 25. Earlier, the romcom was scheduled to be released on Valentine’s Day 2026. It was preponed to December 31, 2025. After the Alia Bhatt-Sharvari starrer Alpha moved to April 17, 2026, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri makers took the vacant Christmas slot.

Also Read: Kartik Aaryan praises Ananya Panday in Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri: “She’s talented, she keeps working hard on herself”

The Bombay High Court has directed actor Shilpa Shetty and her husband, businessman Raj Kundra, to deposit Rs 60 crore or provide a continuous bank guarantee from a nationalised bank before it will consider lifting a Lookout Circular (LOC) restricting their foreign travel. This order came during a hearing on their urgent plea to visit London for Kundra's ailing father, who is undergoing serious medical treatment. The bench of Justices AS Gadkari and RR Bhonsale emphasised the need to demonstrate bona fides amid doubts about their return to India.

The LOC stems from a Rs 60.48 crore fraud complaint filed by Deepak Kothari, Director of UY Industries Pvt Ltd, alleging the couple induced him to invest in their now-defunct Best Deal TV Pvt Ltd between 2015 and 2023. Kothari claims the funds, provided as a loan with Shetty's personal guarantee, were misused amid heavy business losses, with no recovery despite repeated demands. The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Mumbai Police is investigating, having issued the LOC to ensure the couple's availability.​

Senior Advocate Abad Ponda, representing the couple, argued against depositing the full amount, suggesting surety or a reasonable alternative, and stressed the trip's medical urgency with a firm return commitment. The bench rejected partial measures, insisting on the entire sum via deposit or bank guarantee, and scheduled further instructions for next week. The couple denies criminality, calling the case malicious and aimed at extortion by tarnishing their reputation.

Best Deal TV, launched in 2015 with endorsements from Shetty and ex-partner Akshay Kumar, collapsed after burning Rs 100 crore in 18 months, fuelling allegations of fund diversion to personal expenses or linked entities. No arrests have occurred, but prior pleas for quashing the FIR or LOC relief were denied without repayment. The case highlights rising scrutiny on celebrity-backed ventures post-demonetisation business failures.

Also Read: Shilpa Shetty, Raj Kundra move Bombay HC seeking travel permission amid father’s health crisis in London

A fresh layer of legal complexity has emerged in the ongoing inheritance dispute over the estimated Rs 30,000 crores estate of late industrialist Sunjay Kapur, with senior advocates questioning the validity of the Will produced by his third wife, Priya Kapur, on grounds of non-compliance with probate requirements and absence of executor consent.

During proceedings on December 10, 2025, counsel representing Sunjay Kapur’s children, Samaira and Kiaan Kapur, argued before the Delhi High Court that the alleged Will suffers from structural and legal infirmities that go beyond procedural lapses. At the centre of the challenge is the conduct of the named executor, Shradha Suri Marwah, who, according to the Will’s own clauses, was required to immediately assume custody of the estate’s assets and initiate probate proceedings following Kapur’s death.

Senior advocate Mahesh Jethmalani contended that neither step was taken. “Defendant no. 4 has acted in complete dereliction of the alleged Will,” he submitted, pointing out that no probate has been sought and no assets were taken under the executor’s control, despite the document making probate a mandatory requirement. Clause 3 of the Will, he argued, leaves no discretion on the matter.

The issue was further complicated by a June 24, 2025 communication in which Suri reportedly wrote to Priya Kapur, asking her to initiate probate proceedings. According to the children’s counsel, this correspondence implicitly acknowledges that the legal obligation to seek probate lay with the executor herself. They maintain that this contradiction undermines the document’s credibility and raises questions about whether the Will was ever intended to be acted upon as claimed.

Adding to the challenge is Suri’s earlier statement that she had no prior knowledge of being appointed executor until she allegedly received an email from Dinesh Agarwal, a witness to the purported Will. Jethmalani argued that under settled law, an executor cannot be appointed without consent or at least prior consultation, calling the lack of such consent a “serious red flag” in the Will’s execution and presentation.

Legal experts echoed these concerns. Bombay High Court lawyer Rahul R. Shelke said the inconsistencies strike at the root of enforceability. “If a Will mandates probate and custodial transfer and the executor ignores both, the court is entitled to question whether the Will existed in the manner claimed. You cannot selectively rely on a Will—either it is followed in full or its credibility collapses,” he noted.

Alongside questions over probate, the children’s counsel also pressed the court to appoint an independent administrator to safeguard Sunjay Kapur’s overseas assets until the Will’s validity is conclusively determined. Jethmalani warned that without court oversight, foreign assets could be sold, refinanced or otherwise dealt with, potentially dragging the parties into multiple overseas legal battles.

“There should be a receiver or an administrator appointed for Sunjay’s assets. If this Will is used overseas, we could be forced to litigate in several jurisdictions,” he told the court, stressing that unlike domestic assets, foreign holdings can be moved or encumbered with little real-time supervision.

Sunjay Kapur’s international portfolio reportedly includes residential properties in New York and the United Kingdom, as well as overseas-linked investments connected to Aureus Investments Pvt Ltd. According to the children’s side, ownership claims to these assets currently rest on the disputed Will.

Senior advocate Pratik Thadani observed that ambiguity becomes particularly risky when foreign assets are involved. “It is neither wise nor equitable to leave control with a single beneficiary when a Will is under challenge and executor obligations remain unfulfilled. Appointing an independent administrator is not about choosing sides but about protecting the estate until the court reaches a final view,” he said.

The concern, as outlined before the court, is that once transactions based on an unverified Will take place abroad, they may be difficult or impossible to reverse, even if an Indian court later rejects the document. For Samaira and Kiaan Kapur, the demand for an administrator is positioned as a protective measure to preserve the estate and ensure that the final adjudication is not rendered meaningless by irreversible cross-border actions.

As the Delhi High Court continues to scrutinise the alleged Will, the dispute now hinges not just on signatures and witnesses, but on whether the document was ever acted upon in the manner the law requires.

Also Read: Priya Kapur’s ‘position swap’ defence faces major setback in Sunjay Kapur Will case: Court flags power grab, missing attachment and “suspicious suppression”

The comic caper Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 is all set to release on Friday, December 12, and the audience is looking forward to it due to its comic quotient, Kapil Sharma’s casting and the popularity of the first part, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon (2015), which had a successful run at the box office. This time, the protagonist is seen marrying girls from different religious communities. Times are sensitive and hence, there were apprehensions that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) will ask for changes or deletions in the dialogues. However, none of that has happened.

As per the cut list accessed exclusively by Bollywood Hungama, the Examining Committee of the CBFC has asked for just one cut, that is, they asked makers to remove ‘inappropriate’ use of a real name in a scene at the beginning of the film and replace it with an appropriate word. A source told us, “All the dialogues related to religion and communities have been left untouched because the makers have been careful not to hurt any sentiments. The CBFC members appreciated this move and saw no reason to ask for any cuts. Even visually, there was nothing to cut or tone down.”

The source added, “Nevertheless, the film was passed with a U/A 16+ rating and not U/A 13+ or U/A 7+ presumably as the film deals with a man having multiple wives.”

Once the aforementioned cut was enforced, the makers of Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 were given the censor certificate on November 25. The length of the film, as mentioned on the certificate, is 142.25 minutes. In other words, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 is 2 hours, 22 minutes and 25 seconds long.

 Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 is directed by Anukalp Goswami and besides Kapil Sharma, it also stars Hira Warina, Tridha Choudhary, Parul Gulati, Ayesha Khan, Manjot Singh, Akhilendra Mishra, Vipin Sharma, Sushant Singh, Jamie Lever and the late Asrani.

Also Read: Director Anukalp Goswami reveals that Censors passed Kapil Sharma’s Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 with ZERO cuts; assures that it won’t hurt religious sentiments: “People from different communities would enjoy it… a film like this is possible ONLY in India”

The Great Indian Kapil Show is set to return to Netflix with its fourth season, promising a fresh dose of humour, new characters, and an expanded comic universe. Season 4 will premiere on December 20, marking Kapil Sharma’s comeback with what the makers describe as a brand-new “mastiverse” of laughter, chaos, and family-friendly entertainment.

This season sees Kapil stepping into multiple new avatars, including GenZ Baba, Tau ji, Raja, and Mantri Ji, alongside characters that audiences have grown fond of over the years. Designed to appeal across generations, the new lineup aims to widen the show’s comic palette while retaining its familiar warmth. With every season, the show has evolved into a shared viewing experience, drawing families together through humour that cuts across age groups.

Adding to the excitement is an eclectic guest lineup planned for the season. From World Cup champions and global personalities to Gen Z icons and Bhojpuri stars, the upcoming episodes promise a mix of surprise appearances and lively conversations, keeping the format dynamic and unpredictable.

Kapil is joined once again by his trusted on-screen parivaar. Sunil continues to bring his knack for turning the simplest moments into laugh-out-loud sketches, while Kiku and Krushna return in unexpected avatars that push the boundaries of comic transformation. Archana Puran Singh’s unmistakable laughter remains a fixture on the show, with Navjot Singh Sidhu also returning with his trademark one-liners and high-energy presence.

Speaking about the new season and his many avatars, Kapil Sharma said, “Har baar lagta hai ki ab toh sab kar liya, naye season me kya karunga, lekin phir aapka pyaar aur aapki umeed mujhe kuch naya karne ka rasta dikha deti hai, iss baar bhi aap hi ki ummeedo ne mujhe bahut se naye kirdar aur sath hi wo kirdaar jo aapko humesha se pasand aaye hain, unhe nibhaane ka rasta dikhaya hai … toh aapke liye comedy ke wo saare avtaar lekar aa raha hoon Netflix par, season 4 me … jo hoga comedy ke universe ka multiverse yani mastiverse.”

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Sharing her thoughts on the return of the show, Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix India, said, “The Great Indian Kapil Show is not just a show for us. It’s something that has begun to define family time and Netflix time for India and many Indians outside of our country as well! We are so happy to announce season four! This is a very special season because Kapil is going to be enthralling the audience through many characters that he is going to be playing. So along with Sunil, Krushna, Kiku, Archana and Sidhu, this season will see the Best of Kapil as well - something that the audience has been waiting for. The mastiverse is here on the 20th of December.”

With Season 4, the show positions itself as a comfort watch rooted in familiar humour, while expanding its scope through new characters and larger-than-life comic setups. Blending chaos with warmth, The Great Indian Kapil Show aims to continue its run as a staple of weekend family entertainment.

The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 4 will stream from December 20, every Saturday at 8:00 pm, exclusively on Netflix.

Also Read: Anukalp Goswami calls Kapil Sharma the ‘Shah Rukh Khan of comedy’ ahead of Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2