Karan Johar, Viacom 18 join hands to back four films

Jasmine Singh Pakistani actress Hania Aamir’s highly anticipated Punjabi film alongside Indian superstar Diljit Dosanjh—widely believed to be the next installment in the Sardaarji franchise, Sardaarji 3 is facing an uncertain future due to a revived prohibition on Pakistani talent in Indian cinema. The Film Federation of Western India Cinema (FWIC) has reinstated a ban on the participation of Pakistani actors, musicians, and crew members in Indian productions. This action comes in the wake of a recent attack in Pahalgam, reigniting political sensitivities. The FWIC, regarded as a domin

In a decisive move reflecting India’s intensifying diplomatic and political posture, the upcoming cross-border film Abir Gulal, starring celebrated Pakistani actor Fawad Khan, will not see a theatrical release in India. This follows the country’s strong response to the recent Pahalgam terror strike that claimed the lives of 26 Indian civilians. Senior officials from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting have confirmed that the film, which was scheduled for release on May 9, has been barred from screening as part of a wider strategic retaliation. Directed by Aarti S Bagdi and featuri

Jasmine Singh While still riding the emotional rollercoaster of his latest Punjabi film Akaal, Gippy Grewal isn’t hitting the brakes anytime soon. The multi-hyphenate star—actor, singer, and producer—has already shifted gears and taken to social media to reveal his next big move: a sequel to his cult-hit Jatt James Bond. Titled Jatt James Bond 2, or simply JJ2, the film is slated for release in 2026. The sequel will be produced under the banner of Humble Motion Pictures by Gippy Grewal and Ravneet Grewal, in collaboration with Gurdeep Dhillon Films. While the original Jatt James Bond

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has found himself in legal trouble after the Raipur Police registered an FIR against him for allegedly making offensive remarks targeting the Brahmin community. The complaint accuses him of promoting discord between different social groups, a police official confirmed on Tuesday. The case was filed at the City Kotwali police station following a complaint by Pandit Neelkanth Tripathi, a Raipur resident and national vice president of the Rashtriya Brahman Mahasangh (Bharat), who also serves as the organization's Chhattisgarh coordinator. According to the complaint, K

A wave of condemnation has swept across the Bollywood community following a brutal terrorist assault in Pahalgam. Prominent actors including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Vicky Kaushal, Sidharth Malhotra, Sanjay Dutt, Raveena Tandon, Nani, NTR Jr., Allu Arjun, and Akshay Kumar have taken to social media to express their grief, outrage, and solidarity with the victims. Actor Sidharth Malhotra, known for portraying Captain Vikram Batra in Shershaah, shared a heartfelt message on X (formerly Twitter): “The attack on innocent lives in Pahalgam is an act of pure cowardice. I stand in full support of ou