In a major announcement that has sent waves of excitement through the film industry, Randeep Hooda has officially joined the cast of Sunny Deol’s highly anticipated action film, directed by renowned filmmaker Gopichand Malineni. This major addition to an already star-studded cast, which includes Saiyami Kher and Regina Cassandra in pivotal roles, was confirmed by Hooda himself on his social media platforms.
“Cannot wait to get on sets with Sunny paaji and the entire team. As promised, this will be a mass feast,” Hooda, who is 48, posted on X. His message immediately garnered a flood of reactions from fans and industry peers alike, heightening the anticipation and excitement for the upcoming project.
In related news, Sonam Kapoor celebrated a personal milestone yesterday as her son Vayu turned two. The actress took to social media to share a heartfelt message for her little boy. “Being your mom is the greatest gift I could ever receive,” she wrote. “You’ve filled our lives with so much joy, laughter, and wonder. Every day with you is an adventure filled with your boundless curiosity, your infectious laughter, and your sweet, loving nature.” The post was met with an outpouring of love and well-wishes from her followers.
Meanwhile, actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu made headlines at an event where she addressed questions regarding the tragic Kolkata rape and murder case. In a brief but powerful response, she underscored the urgent need for change concerning women’s safety in the country. “It is the need of the hour, and we are really looking forward to some change. I hope the change comes really soon,” she stated. Prabhu’s call for action aligns her with a growing group of public figures demanding stricter measures against perpetrators, with some even advocating for capital punishment.
In another significant revelation, filmmaker Kabir Khan has put to rest ongoing rumors about a sequel to the 2015 blockbuster Bajrangi Bhaijaan. Khan clarified his stance during a recent interaction, emphasizing that not every successful film warrants a sequel. “That is why I have not made sequels in my life. A sequel should only be made if you truly find a story worthy of taking that story forward,” he said.
. He stressed that he had never confirmed a sequel was in the works, and would only proceed if an exceptionally compelling script emerged.
Continuing with cinematic insights, director Shoojit Sircar shared his admiration for legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray, highlighting the invaluable lessons offered by Ray’s films. “His films should be seen by every filmmaker and artiste,” Sircar insisted. “It’s not that he was careful about his budgets, but, he always spoke up and voiced his expressions with whatever means he had. You can learn that without making compromises, you can still make a film [with limited means],” he added.
Just a day after the announcement of a biopic on cricket legend Yuvraj Singh, social media has been abuzz with discussions about casting the ideal actor for the role. Comments and suggestions have poured in from fans and industry insiders alike. “Only Ranbir Kapoor has the class to portray different layers of Yuvraj’s life,” one user opined on a popular social media platform. Other notable names such as Aditya Roy Kapur, John Abraham, and Vicky Kaushal were also floated as potential candidates for the demanding role.
Additionally, in a surprising twist on the day of his upcoming production’s teaser release, Karan Johar disclosed that his streaming series Call Me Bae would feature the child of his iconic Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham characters, Poo and Rohan. Ananya Panday is set to play the protagonist Bae, whom Johar described as a “glorious Gen Z 2.0 derivative” of the characters originally portrayed by Kareena Kapoor Khan and Hrithik Roshan. “Even when you saw the character of Poo,” Johar remarked, she was all fun and games, and then, she contributes to the emotional gravitas of the narrative.” The series is set to stream from September 6.
Lastly, global superstar Priyanka Chopra Jonas has announced the release date for her Marathi feature film, Paani. Produced under her own banner, the film will hit theaters on October 18. Paani has already won the National Award for Best Film on Environment Conservation/Preservation in 2019 and explores the life of a man in a drought-stricken village as he strives to make his community self-sufficient. Chopra Jonas, who recently wrapped up shooting for her Hollywood film The Bluff alongside Karl Urban, is expected to continue her trend of producing impactful and thought-provoking cinema.
As Randeep Hooda joins the ranks of Sunny Deol’s next big venture, the stage is set for what promises to be an action-packed feast, leaving fans eagerly waiting for the film’s release.
