During the promotions of Article 370 earlier this year, renowned actress Yami Gautam Dhar sparked considerable excitement within the film industry by revealing insights into her husband Aditya Dhar’s upcoming directorial venture. At that time, she expressed interest in being a part of the project, describing it as an exhilarating opportunity for any actor. The anticipation surrounding this film increased exponentially as more details emerged, especially with Yami finalizing her role in the action thriller two months ago.
The film, tentatively titled “Dhurandhar,” boasts an impressive star-studded cast featuring powerhouse performers Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Arjun Rampal, R Madhavan, and Sanjay Dutt. According to initial reports, the storyline revolves around a high-stakes mission led by Ranveer’s character, with Akshaye, Arjun, and Maddy playing his formidable lieutenants who navigate through treacherous terrains to ensure the mission’s success. Yami’s character, described as no-nonsense and pivotal to the plot, adds a unique dimension to this male-dominated narrative. The excitement escalates with the news that pre-production for the film has commenced, and Aditya Dhar is set to start filming later this month.
Moving on to another segment of the film industry, trade pundits and movie buffs are eagerly waiting to see what’s next from celebrated director Siddharth Anand. Despite his latest film Fighter not replicating the astronomical success of Pathaan (2023), Siddharth remains undeterred and has deferred his ambitious project Tiger vs Pathaan. Reports suggest that he has zeroed in on a standalone action thriller as his next directorial venture. With the script having been in the works for quite some time, sources close to Siddharth reveal that he is particularly pleased with how the narrative is shaping up and is looking to commence filming soon.
Siddharth’s tenacity shines through as he continues to juggle multiple productions. Interestingly, he decided to shelve his much-anticipated Rambo project but has not let that setback slow him down. The shoot for his next production, Jewel Thief, featuring Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat, is already underway. Simultaneously, preparations for another high-profile project, King, which he is co-producing with Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, are also in full swing. Additionally, Siddharth is collaborating with producer Mahaveer Jain on a film inspired by a global conflict that was resolved through the intervention of spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.
Meanwhile, intriguing developments are coming out of Chennai, where whispers from the film fraternity suggest that actor Suriya will be seen sporting three distinct looks in his forthcoming film, Kanguva. Directed by Siva, the fantasy action thriller has already unveiled two of Suriya’s avatars, each characterized by unique and intricate layers. This movie also marks the Tamil debut of Bollywood actor Bobby Deol, who will be portraying the villain opposite Suriya. To add to the film’s allure, Disha Patani joins the cast in a significant role.
. Renowned musician Devi Sri Prasad is on board to create the soundtrack, and the film is slated for a 3D release, promising an immersive cinematic experience.
On the personal front of the Bollywood grapevine, the news of Arjun Kapoor and Malaika Arora’s breakup has been making rounds for several months. Despite neither party offering any official comment, their enigmatic social media posts have kept netizens guessing. Notably, Malaika did not publicize any birthday wishes for Arjun on June 26 and was conspicuously absent from his celebrations. Arjun’s recent social media post, “Staying positive does not mean that things will turn out okay. Rather, it is knowing that you will be okay no matter how things turn out,” only fueled speculations. Another cryptic message from Arjun read, “Pain from discipline is better than pain from regret,” while Malaika, on his birthday, posted, “I like people that I can trust with my eyes closed and my back turned.” These posts have left fans and followers questioning the status of their relationship.
Amidst all this, Ayushmann Khurrana is gearing up for another collaboration with director Raaj Shaandilyaa. Following the success of their comedy films Dream Girl (2019) and Dream Girl 2 (2023), the duo is set to reunite for a family comedy project. Raaj has penned a humorous storyline that has received Ayushmann’s nod. Their new venture is expected to start filming next summer and will be rooted in the vibrant heartland of India. Raaj is currently busy with Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, while Ayushmann is working on a spy comedy produced by Karan Johar and Guneet Monga Kapoor. Following that, he will be moving on to his next project, Vampires of Vijay Nagar.
Lastly, in a touching interaction, legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan spoke candidly with Nag Ashwin, the director of the upcoming Kalki 2898 AD, about his desire to involve his son, actor Abhishek Bachchan, and granddaughter Aaradhya in reviewing the film. He expressed a keen interest in understanding their perspectives and thoughts on the movie. During the conversation, Nag Ashwin shared his gratitude and admiration for Amitabh, praising his patience and dedication. In response, Amitabh humbly redirected the compliments to the film’s concept and the character, acknowledging the collective effort behind the success.
As these diverse and dynamic updates flow from various corners of the film industry, excitement and anticipation continue to build among audiences and insiders alike.
