Mukesh and Nita Ambani hosted a lavish Ganesh Chaturthi celebration at their Mumbai residence, Antilia, attended by Bollywood's top stars. Among the notable guests were Shah Rukh Khan with his family, Salman Khan and Alizeh, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan with daughter Aaradhya, Alia Bhatt, Karan Johar, Vicky Kaushal, Manish Malhotra, Rekha, Atlee with his wife Priya, and other prominent celebrities. The event featured a blend of traditional and stylish fashion choices, contributing to the festive glamour at the Ambani residence.

Veteran actor Simi Garewal shared a surprise throwback picture on social media with former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and actress Zeenat Aman. The black and white photo shows the three women seated together at a film stars versus MPs cricket match in Delhi decades ago. Simi revealed the picture is precious memorabilia but she doesn't recall the exact year or match result. The rare snapshot of Indira interacting with film celebrities drew awe and curiosity from fans eager to identify the event timeframe. The nostalgic post highlighted Simi's personal connection to a key political figure and evoked interest about the cross-section of cinema and governance in bygone eras.

Renowned director SS Rajamouli will produce a multilingual biopic titled "Made in India" on the iconic father of Indian cinema, Dadasaheb Phalke. To be directed by National Award winner Nitin Kakkar, the film will release in six languages including Rajamouli's native Telugu and cover Phalke's enormous contributions to pioneering Indian cinema. Rajamouli expressed his emotional connection to the project on the pioneer he considers the "guru of Indian cinema." Produced by Max Studios and Showing Business, the ambitious biopic marks a fitting tribute to Dadasaheb Phalke's legacy as India marks 100 years of its film industry.

Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana, honored with the TIME100 Impact Award in Singapore, proudly represented India on the global stage. In his acceptance speech, he recited a verse from the Hindu scripture Bhagavad Gita which highlights selfless action and focusing on the process over results. Khurrana described it as a humbling moment to be recognized by TIME Magazine and represent India's rising storytelling through cinema. The verse encapsulates detaching oneself from the fruits of one's labor and embracing one's duty. By reciting it at the prestigious awards, Khurrana highlighted India's cultural heritage. His recognition is a proud milestone for Indian cinema. (Image Courtesy: Ayushman Khurrana on X)

Director Atlee has confirmed the possibility of a sequel to his upcoming film 'Jawan' starring Shah Rukh Khan in a double role. Atlee said he would only proceed with 'Jawan 2' if a strong script materializes, as he leaves his films open-ended. The climax of 'Jawan' hinted at the return of SRK's characters Azad and Vikram Rathore for another heist. Atlee expressed interest in a spin-off focused on Vikram Rathore. Recent reports indicate Atlee has asked his team to start scripting the sequel, exciting fans. However, Vijay Sethupathi may not return for the sequel. Atlee typically makes sequels only with powerful scripts, so 'Jawan 2' depends on a compelling storyline emerging. (Image courtesy: Atlee on X)

Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan have both given a thumbs up to the script for 'Tiger vs Pathaan' after individual narrations by Aditya Chopra. The action thriller pits their respective spy characters Tiger and Pathaan against each other. Filming will commence in March 2024 after months of preparation. It marks the reunion of the two superstars on a full-fledged film 30 years after 'Karan Arjun'. The high-profile face-off is slated to be the biggest film in Indian cinema. It is part of YRF's successful Spy Universe franchise that began with the 'Tiger' films and 'Pathaan'. With the script locked and stars aligned, the stage is set for an epic box office showdown between two of Bollywood's biggest names.

Addressing the media in Mumbai after the success of his film 'Jawan', superstar Shah Rukh Khan called it a celebration and thanked the dedicated team behind it. He revealed 'Jawan' had been in the making for four years due to COVID delays and constraints. Khan highlighted the contributions of crew members who shifted to Mumbai and worked tirelessly day and night over four years to make this film possible despite the challenges. He expressed gratitude for the rare opportunity to nurture a film over years. Khan also acknowledged the immense efforts by the Southern team members who gave their all, making 'Jawan' the hardest film ever.(Image courtesy: ANI)

Shah Rukh Khan's iconic "Bete ko hath lagane se pehle... Baap se baat kar" dialogue in 'Jawan' was not originally scripted, reveals writer Sumit Arora. The line that fans linked to SRK's son Aryan's arrest was incorporated on shoot day for an impactful scene. Arora stated he suggested the dialogue spontaneously when asked for a line in that situation. Director Atlee and SRK felt it perfectly fit the moment and went with it. Though they knew it was a powerful scene, the team didn't expect the dialogue to resonate so strongly with audiences.

Veteran Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal said he feels honored to narrate the story of Bangladesh's founding father Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in his film 'Mujib - The Making of a Nation'. The biopic, co-produced by India and Bangladesh, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on Wednesday. Though Benegal could not attend the prestigious screening, he said telling Mujibur Rahman's inspiring journey to create Bangladesh has been a 'privilege. Bangladesh Information Minister Hasan Mahmud said he was emotional seeing the film's portrayal of Mujibur Rahman's life and supreme sacrifice.

Shah Rukh Khan fans were left disappointed after a London theatre played the second half of his much-awaited film 'Jawan' before the first half. Instagram content creator Sahar Rashid, who shared her bewilderment in a now viral video, was among those eager to catch the 'first day, first show'. However, their excitement soon turned to disbelief as the movie's narrative sequence was botched. The unexpected screening sequence sparked widespread reactions from fans online. Many expressed disappointment at the ruined 'Jawan' experience. Full video on @makeupbysaharrashid Instagram account.