Ranbir Kapoor is the biggest superstar of the modern generation, who has a line-up to dream of. After Animal, he has lined up Love And War with Sanjay Leela Bhansali, followed by Ramayana, Ramayana 2 and Animal Park. While Ramayana and its sequel are scheduled for Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027 release, there looms a suspense over the date of Love And War. The film has seen multiple delays over the years in its shoot, but now Ranbir Kapoor has decided to take things seriously. Reliable sources have confirmed that Ranbir Kapoor has advised SLB and his team to finish Love And War by March 2026. “He wants to ensure that there’s atleast 4 months gap between Love And War and Ramayana. Since the date of Ramayana can’t move, RK has requested Sanjay Leela Bhansali to bring Love And War on the big screen, latest by June 2026,” a trade source told Bollywood Hungama. The trade source further informed us that Sanjay Leela Bhansali is very keen to release Love And War in the month of August on Independence Day. “But RK feels that there’s too little of a gap between Love and War and Ramayana. He is firm on his stance of releasing Love and War in June. Ranbir’s producer, Namit Malhotra too, is putting the pressure to ensure that SLB releases Love and War in June, as he doesn’t want the aftermath of Love And War to impact Ramayana in any way, given that the latter is a much bigger film.”SLB is expected to take a call on the release date soon, and make an official announcement. Also Read: Ranbir Kapoor to have a cameo in Prabhas’ Spirit: Report.
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SCOOP: Ranbir Kapoor’s special request to Sanjay Leela Bhansali; release Love And War in June 2026
Ranbir Kapoor is the biggest superstar of the modern generation, who has a line-up to dream of. After Animal, he has lined up Love And War with Sanjay Leela Bhansali, followed by Ramayana, Ramayana 2 and Animal Park. While Ramayana and its sequel are scheduled for Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027 release, there looms a suspense over the date of Love And War. The film has seen multiple delays over the years in its shoot, but now Ranbir Kapoor has decided to take things seriously. Reliable sources have confirmed that Ranbir Kapoor has advised SLB and his team to finish Love And War by March 2026. “He wants to ensure that there’s atleast 4 months gap between Love And War and Ramayana. Since the date of Ramayana can’t move, RK has requested Sanjay Leela Bhansali to bring Love And War on the big screen, latest by June 2026,” a trade source told Bollywood Hungama. The trade source further informed us that Sanjay Leela Bhansali is very keen to release Love And War in the month of August on Independence Day. “But RK feels that there’s too little of a gap between Love and War and Ramayana. He is firm on his stance of releasing Love and War in June. Ranbir’s producer, Namit Malhotra too, is putting the pressure to ensure that SLB releases Love and War in June, as he doesn’t want the aftermath of Love And War to impact Ramayana in any way, given that the latter is a much bigger film.”SLB is expected to take a call on the release date soon, and make an official announcement. Also Read: Ranbir Kapoor to have a cameo in Prabhas’ Spirit: Report.
EXCLUSIVE: CBFC goes easy on Tere Ishk Mein; only ONE ‘obscene’ word changed; intensely romantic and action scenes UNTOUCHED
This Friday will see the release of Tere Ishk Mein, starring Dhanush and Kriti Sanon. The love saga is all set to surprise based on the advance booking trends, with a double-digit opening not being ruled out. And another good news is that the film has been passed with just one cut by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Tere Ishk Mein has a lot of fights and intense romance, as evident from the trailers. The CBFC usually asks for deletions in the action scenes, certain fiery dialogues or intimate moments. But with Tere Ishk Mein, they have not asked for any visual cut at all. Only one dialogue has been modified.”As per the cut list, an ‘obscene’ word was replaced with an appropriate word at around 27 minutes. The two more changes asked were to insert the anti-smoking static message in Hindi and blur the liquor brand label. Once these changes were made, Tere Ishk Mein was passed with a U/A 16+ certificate on November 24. The length of the film, as mentioned, on the censor certificate is 169. 17 minutes. In other words, Tere Ishk Mein is 2 hours, 49 minutes and 17 seconds long. It releases in cinemas on November 28. Fun at the trailer launchThe trailer launch of Tere Ishk Mein was held on November 14 and was attended by Dhanush, Kriti Sanon, director Aanand L Rai, producer Bhushan Kumar, co-producer Shiv Chanana, writer-producer Himanshu Sharma and co-writer Neeraj Yadav. At this event, Dhanush won the hearts of his fans with his replies and also sang, which led to a frenzy. A journalist asked the actor, “What is the one thing about (his Tere Ishk Mein character) Shankar that connected with you?” Dhanush raised laughs as he said, “Nothing. Really. I am nothing like Shankar!”Another highlight was when Dhanush was asked what love meant to him. He stylishly replied, “I think love is just another overrated emotion!”Also Read: Aanand L Rai opens up on Tere Ishk Mein being compared to Animal; says, “There are similarities”.
EXCLUSIVE: Trailer of Kapil Sharma-starrer Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 to be launched in a GRAND event on November 26
10 years ago, Kapil Sharma made a rocking debut in Hindi films with Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon (2015). It surprised the trade and industry as it opened in double digits, at Rs. 10. 15 crores. As a result, expectations are tremendous for its second part, titled Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2. Bollywood Hungama has learned that the trailer will be launched in 2 days from now. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “The theatrical trailer of Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 will be unveiled on Wednesday, November 26, at a grand event in Mumbai. It will be graced by lead actor Kapil Sharma, Manjot Singh and his four heroines, namely, Warina Hussain, Ayesha Khan, Tridha Choudhury and Parul Gulati. Director Anukalp Goswami and producers Ratan Jain, Ganesh Jain and Abbas-Mustan are also expected to be present.”The source further said, “The makers are happy with the way Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 has shaped up and are excited to launch the trailer in a big way. Hence, they have decided to go all out for the event. Moreover, Kapil’s presence is bound to add to the fun as he’s known for his quick-witted humour.”Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 releases in cinemas on December 12, 2025. The source said, “Star Studio18 has backed the film and they will also be releasing it in cinemas. The film is going to get a solo release and the team is already working to ensure that the comic caper gets the correct release nationwide, especially in the mass centres, where the first part did extremely well.”Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon’s first part told the story of a man who reluctantly gets married thrice. How he manages his three wives, ensuring that they don’t find out the truth, while also dealing with his girlfriend, formed the crux of the film. The sequel is expected to be on the same lines and this time, the laughter quotient is expected to be more, according to the insiders. Also Read: Parul Gulati seeks blessings at Golden Temple ahead of the release of Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 with Kapil Sharma.
Karan Johar’s birthday gift for Kartik Aaryan, turns Naagzilla into a franchise: “Kartik will be the only constant in the series”
Kartik Aaryan’s career is moving in unexpected and very exciting ways. And the best is yet to come. He now plays an ichhaadhaari naag-a snake that can assume any form, including human in Naagzilla: Naag Lok Ka Pehla Kaand. These days Kartik, who turns 35 on November 22, spends a lot of time watching Reena Roy in Rajkumar Kohli’s Nagin where she played an ichhaadhari nagin, the female counterpart of what Kartik plays. A meeting with the veteran actress Reena Roy is also being planned. Karan Johar, the master planner that he is, intends to extend Kartik Aaryan’s Naagzilla avatar into a full-fledged franchise.“As soon as the first Naagzilla film is launched, the pre-production for the next film in the series will start. Kartik will be the only constant in the series. The rest of the cast and crew will change in every instalment,” a source close to the development informed. Karan Johar and Kartik Aaryan have signed a multi-film deal. On 25 December, 2025, Karan-Kartik’s romcom Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri will release, followed by Naagzilla on August 14, 2026. The next Kartik-Karan project will be announced shortly. Also Read: Pratibha Ranta not a part of Kartik Aaryan’s Naagzilla; confirms source.
Manish Malhotra’s Gustaakh Ishq to premiere at IFFI 2025 on November 24
Manish Malhotra’s Gustaakh Isqh Kucch Pehle Jaisa is all set for an official premiere at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. The festival is scheduled to be held from 20th November to 28th, and Gustaakh Ishq will have its grand premiere on 24th November. For Manish Malhotra, the film marks his first cinematic production under Stage5 Production, celebrating old-school love, poetry and shayris bringing back the charm of nostalgic ishq. Considering that Gustaakh Ishq marks Malhotra’s debut film as a producer, its premiere at IFFI is a milestone for him and the Indian film industry. Starring Naseeruddin Shah, Vijay Varma, Fatima Sana Shaikh and Sharib Hashmi, Gustaakh Ishq reignites the magic of puraani mohabbat with lingering glances, feels and music that goes straight to the heart, and a tale that’s unhurried but deeply poetic. Produced by Manish Malhotra alongside his brother Dinesh Malhotra under Stage5 Production, Vibhu Puri directs Gustaakh Ishq, and it unfolds as a poignant tale of passion and unspoken desire, set amidst the bylanes of Purani Dilli and the fading kothis of Punjab. The film releases in theatres on 28th November. Also Read: Gustaakh Ishq producer Manish Malhotra reveals why Fatima Sana Shaikh was his first choice; says, “She’s very beautiful, very petite”.
EXCLUSIVE: CBFC changes Rose-mary Marlow to Rose-mary Carlow in Mastiii 4; asks for THIS modification in the Aftab Shivdasani-old man sex joke
The sex comedy Mastiii 4 hit cinemas today and has already grabbed eyeballs thanks to its popular franchise and naughty trailer. Even before its release, there was apprehension that the Central Board of Film Certification would insist on multiple cuts. Bollywood Hungama had exclusively revealed two days ago that the board had asked for six dialogues to be altered. We can now share the detailed breakdown of some of these changes. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “One of the lines from the trailer that drew both laughs and criticism was the exchange between Aftab Shivdasani and an elderly patient. The old man tells Aftab, ‘Mujhe jawan ladki ke saath sex karna hai’. When a worried Aftab warns, ‘Lekin aisa karne se maut ho jaayegi’, the patient quips, ‘Marti hai toh mar jaaye saali’. In the theatrical version, this entire bit has been toned down. In the film, the patient now says, ‘Mujhe jawan ladki ke saath masti karni hai’. Aftab still cautions, ‘Lekin aisa karne se maut ho jaayegi’, to which the patient replies, ‘Main marne ke liye tayyar hoon’.”The source continued, “That is not all. The three women with whom the trio have an affair in Grand Masti (2013) are named Rose, Mary and Marlow. Read together, their names form a cheeky double meaning in Hindi. In Mastiii 4, a glamorous character is introduced as Rose-mary Marlow. Her name has now been changed to Rose-mary Carlow. It is surprising that the censors had no issue with the gag in the second film, released 12 years ago, but have objected to it this time.”Directed by Milap Zaveri, Mastiii 4 stars Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi and Aftab Shivdasani, who have always featured in the previous parts of the franchise as well Masti (2004), Grand Masti and Great Grand Masti (2016). This time, they are joined by Ruhii Singh, Shreya Sharma, Elnaaz Norouzi, Natalia Janoszek, Shaad Randhawa and Nishant Singh Malkani, along with Arshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor and Nargis Fakhri. Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Milap Zaveri talks about Mastiii 4: “Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi, Aftab Shivdasani are Amar, Akbar, Anthony of comedy!” BREAKS silence on CBFC cuts: “Film has got very few cuts; Kudos to Censor Board.”.
Apart from bagging Yash Raj Films’ action flick, Aaishvary Thackeray also composes music for Alpha for the same banner
The Nishanchi actor Aaishvary Thackeray is not only playing one of the leads in Yash Raj’s film directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, he is also doing the music in Yash Raj films’ next release Alpha featuring Alia Bhatt. Apparently, Aditya Chopra spotted Aaishvary’s music talent long before the young actor’s acting skills became apparent in Anurag Kashyap’s film. Shiv Sena Supremo Bal Thackeray’s grandson and Smita Thackeray’s son, Aaishvary Thackeray, who got rave reviews for his debut in a double role in Anurag Kashyap’s Nishanchi, is on to bigger things. Aaishvary has just been signed on to play the other lead in Yash Raj’s Film’s untitled action film being directed by Ali Abbas Zafar featuring the Saiyaara superstar Ahaan Pandey in the lead. The Nishanchi actor plays the other lead. He was convinced to do the role by Aditya Chopra himself.“The boy (Aaishvary Thackeray) was not sure his presence would be justified in a film which already had the Saaiyara star in it. But Adi convinced Aaishvary. Adi has taken Aaishvary under his wings,” said a source. Commenting on Aaishvary Thackeray’s rapid progression, mentor Anurag Kashyap said, “He is a good boy. Very quiet otherwise. Rarely talks. Adi (Chopra) has been a mentor to him from very early days for music. They never saw him as an actor but now they do. I am happy for him.”Also Read: Ali Abbas Zafar casts Aaishvary Thackeray as antagonist opposite Ahaan Panday in YRF’s next; promises ‘big-screen carnage’.
SCOOP: SS Rajamouli pushes limits again; Mahesh Babu’s Varanasi gets Rs. 1300 cr. budget
SS Rajamouli took the global audience by storm with the launch of his next directorial, Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra, and Prithviraj in lead roles. The first teaser has become the talk of the town, and there is a demand to know more about the film from cine-goers all across the board. And now, we have an exclusive scoop on the budget of the film. Very reliable sources close to the project have confirmed that Varanasi will be made on a historic budget of Rs. 1300 crores, excluding the amount kept aside for print and publicity. “Rs. 1300 crore is a rather small amount to bring the mammoth vision of SS Rajamouli to the spectacle. While films like A6 and Ramayana are being made on a budget of Rs. 1500 crores to 2000 crores, SS Rajamouli is set to make a bigger looking film than the two on a much lower budget,” a trade source shared with Bollywood Hungama. We hear that SS Rajamouli has craftily designed some of the most epic sequences and is shooting for them in a planned manner. “Rajamouli is one of the most well-organised directors of Indian Cinema. He has designed all the moments on paper and is now merely executing them. He isn’t someone who wastes time and money by deciding things on the set. He has done the pre-viz, and then shooting, leading to the saving of money for the producers. However, the film will look bigger than any other film made in India.”The source also confirms that the Globetrotter event was one of the biggest events ever conducted in India, as SS Rajamouli and team spent Rs. 20 crores on the same. “Everything around the film will be the biggest ever. This is just the beginning.”Varanasi is set for a 2027 release. Also Read: Here’s the cost of SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi announcement event.
SCOOP: Dhurandhar may not end in ONE film – Ranveer Singh’s most ambitious saga headed for PART 2 in 2026?
Bollywood Hungama has been at the forefront in giving news about one of the most awaited films of 2025, Dhurandhar. After informing viewers that 2000 fans of lead actor Ranveer Singh will assemble at the grand trailer launch, we reported earlier today that it is expected to be the actor’s lengthiest film. Now, we bring to you another news of the film, which has created a lot of chatter in the industry. A trade source told Bollywood Hungama, “There have been reports that Dhurandhar is a two-part saga. Hence, the film, which will be released on December 5, will be the first installment. It’ll end at a decisive point and the story will then continue in the second part.”The source continued, “It is said that director Aditya Dhar has shot extensively and the film has shaped up really well. But since it’s very lengthy, they have toyed with the idea of breaking it into 2 parts. If this is the plan, then Dhurandhar’s part 2 will arrive next year, preferably in the first half.”It now remains to be seen whether the makers, Jio Studios and B62 Studios, will announce the two-part aspect of Dhurandhar before release or if viewers will get to know about it only towards the end of the first part when they see the film in cinemas. We reached out to Jio Studios to find out if Dhurandhar is a two-part saga, but they chose not to comment. Dhurandhar stars Ranveer Singh in the lead and also features Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, Arjun Rampal, R Madhavan and Sara Arjun. It is Aditya Dhar’s next directorial after the blockbuster and much-loved Uri: The Surgical Strike (2019). The teaser was unveiled on July 6, on Ranveer Singh’s birthday, and got a smashing response. It immediately increased the excitement for the action entertainer. As a result, the trailer, which will be released tomorrow, is keenly anticipated. Also Read: SCOOP: Dhurandhar expected to have a run time of 3 hours plus; will be Ranveer Singh’s LENGTHIEST film.