Bobby Deol is donning the villain’s cloak once again. The charismatic actor, celebrated for his immersive portrayal in Animal (2023), will soon be captivating audiences with his menacing aura opposite the South Indian superstar Vijay in his latest venture. This high-stakes drama, tentatively titled Thalapathy 69, marks an epochal moment in Vijay’s illustrious career as it is touted to be his swan song before he ventures into politics.
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As excitement buzzes around this venture, box office anticipations are already at a fever pitch with the festival season drawing close. The Diwali box office clash promises to be electric with major releases like Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 (BB3) vying for audience attention. Rohit Shetty and Jio Studios have inked a groundbreaking deal for the all-India distribution rights of Singham Again through PVR-INOX Pictures. This action spectacle boasts an ensemble cast featuring Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Akshay Kumar, Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, Tiger Shroff, and Arjun Kapoor.
Not to be outdone, BB3’s producer Bhushan Kumar and distributor Anil Thadani are pulling out all stops to ensure maximum reach for their horror-comedy. Star-studded with Kartik Aaryan, Madhuri Dixit-Nene, Vidya Balan, and Triptii Dimri, BB3’s strategy includes a unique promotional deal with Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2: The Rule, enhancing its allure for single-screen and non-national cinema chains. After navigating tricky releases like Salaar: Part One—Ceasefire against Dunki previously, industry whispers suggest that Thadani’s savvy negotiation skills will see BB3 attaining a widespread spectacle.
In the midst of these blockbuster releases, filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra has dropped news on his upcoming feature, Zero Se Shuruwat, set for release on December 13. Serving as a prequel to 2023’s acclaimed 12th Fail, the film retains the starring prowess of Vikrant Massey. The film, adapted from Anurag Pathak’s novel, achieved the prestigious No. 1 spot on IMDb’s Top 250 Indian Movies of All Time. Recollecting his impactful on-screen moments, Massey shared an emotionally charged anecdote about the powerful effectiveness of a scene crafted without glycerin but rich in authentic emotive expression.
Turning to health updates from the tinsel town, the legendary Rajinikanth received medical treatment in Chennai recently after facing a health scare involving a swelling in a major blood vessel. The medical team performed a non-surgical intervention, successfully placing a stent in Rajinikanth’s aorta ensuring his steady recovery.
. A bulletin from the hospital confirmed the superstar’s stable condition while his wife, Latha Rajinikanth, assured fans that all is well and requested privacy for the family. The actor is expected to make a full recovery and be discharged soon.
Bobby Deol’s latest casting as the antagonist in Thalapathy 69 has fans and critics alike talking. Fresh off his biggest career boost from Animal, Deol’s move to Tamil cinema is much anticipated. The film is helmed by H Vinoth and features a soundtrack composed by the prolific Anirudh Ravichander, further heightening expectations for its October 2025 release. The production house confirmed Deol’s involvement through a social media post stating, “100% official now. Super happy and excited to announce that Bobby Deol joins the Thalapathy 69 cast.”
On the streaming front, Delhi Crime season 3 has commenced shooting in Greater Noida under the directorial eye of Tanuj Chopra. Shefali Shah reprises her role as the indomitable DCP Vartika Chaturvedi with Rasika Dugal returning as ACP Neeti Singh. Huma Qureshi joins the cast for this season, although her role remains under wraps. Reports mention that the filming has transitioned smoothly into its robust schedule, utilizing various locales around Delhi and Greater Noida. Fans can expect an intricate narrative unfolded in two parts for what promises to be another intense crime drama.
In another cinematic venture, Kajol and Kriti Sanon are headlining the debut production of Shashanka Chaturvedi, titled Do Patti. Sanon not only stars alongside Kajol but also plays a dual role of twin sisters entangled in love, betrayal, and deception. The film, co-produced by Kanika Dhillon, also marks the big-screen debut of television heartthrob Shaheer Sheikh, who plays a lover ensnared in the narrative’s dangerous games. This multifaceted thriller is set to unravel secrets, making it one of the most awaited projects on the horizon.
The excitement around these stellar projects reflects the unending dynamism of Indian cinema, where every release sets higher benchmarks and stars continually enchant their audience with new dimensions of performance.
