On the first anniversary of Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor-starrer Brahmastra, director Ayan Mukerji revealed early concept art and updates on the sequel Brahmastra 2: Dev. In social media posts, Mukerji shared glimpses of early artwork and visuals being developed for the next installment while thanking the cast and crew for the first film. Mukerji revealed he has been working for months on the vision and story for Parts 2 and 3 of the epic fantasy trilogy. The posts provided the first sneak peek into Brahmastra 2 for fans since the release of the first film last year which revived Bollywood fortunes. Mukerji had announced Brahmastra as a trilogy intended to build an entire magical universe.

Actress Ameesha Patel congratulated Shah Rukh Khan on recreating the box office success of Gadar with his latest blockbuster Jawan. In a social media post, Patel praised Khan saying "Who better than you can do this magic." Her film Gadar 2 with Sunny Deol recently earned ₹500 crore. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh predicted a ₹235-250 crore extended opening weekend for Jawan despite being a working Friday after a holiday release. Made on a budget of ₹150 crore, the pan-India Jawan marks Khan's return to cinemas after 4 years. Patel said Shah Rukh Khan was once again creating 'Gadar' at the box office.

Shah Rukh Khan's "Jawan" made history in the world of Hindi cinema by raking in a staggering ₹129.6 crore on its opening day worldwide. The film's domestic debut earnings stood at ₹65.5 crores, surpassing "Pathaan's" ₹55 crores. Shah Rukh Khan expressed his gratitude to the enthusiastic fans worldwide for their tremendous support, infusing a festive atmosphere into Jawan's opening day. The fervor for "Jawan" swept through Indian cities, notably in Bengaluru, where SRK's admirers orchestrated a grand celebration with towering banners and vibrant "Zinda Banda" dances. Directed by Atlee and produced by SRK and Gauri Khan's Red Chillies Entertainment, "Jawan" was released in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages.

"Gadar 2," set to become the second-highest-grossing Hindi film on Friday, September 8, 2023, faced international underperformance due to subpar marketing. Despite its domestic triumph, industry insiders believe it could have raked in even more globally with strategic promotion. A marked contrast emerged with films like 'Pathaan' and 'Jawan,' which received extensive marketing tailored for international audiences. Did the reluctance to aggressively market 'Gadar 2' abroad stem from fears of its nationalist theme clashing with the interest of influential British Pakistani advertisers and outlets? CLICK on the link below to read the OPINION PIECE.

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar tweaked the title of his upcoming film, Mission Raniganj, amidst discussions about renaming India to Bharat. The initial tagline for the film, "The Great Indian Rescue," was changed to "The Great Bharat Rescue." Akshay wrote, "Watch the story of India's true hero" but later adjusted it to "Bharat's true hero" in the caption of his Instagram post. The alteration coincided with ongoing debates about India's name change to Bharat, and fans noticed and commented on the changes. Mission Raniganj, a rescue drama starring Akshay Kumar and Parineeti Chopra, is set to release in theatres on October 6.

Several Bollywood celebrities, including Amitabh Bachchan and Kangana Ranaut, have expressed their support for India's name change to Bharat. The President, Draupadi Murmu, recently invited G20 leaders using the name Bharat. Amitabh Bachchan tweeted "Bharat Mata Ki Jai," while Kangana Ranaut shared her thoughts on Instagram, celebrating the name change and highlighting its historical significance. Jackie Shroff also commented, emphasizing that although the name may change, their identity as Indians remains the same. The name change from India to Bharat has sparked conversations about historical and cultural identity in the country.

Shah Rukh Khan's much-awaited film 'Jawan' landed in controversy a day before its release, with calls for boycott trending on social media. Backlash stems from the involvement of producer Udhayanidhi Stalin who recently made inflammatory remarks comparing Hinduism to mosquitoes. Despite record advance bookings, #BoycottJawan trended as some demanded boycott over Stalin's role as a key distributor. The multilingual film directed by Atlee stars SRK along with Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi. Stalin's controversial statement sparked outrage, though he remained unapologetic. The boycott calls have cast a shadow on the film's prospects despite strong buzz.

Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Jawan’ continues to dominate the UK film market, with his latest release "Jawan" already leading in advance bookings compared to "Pathaan." The film has amassed around £220K in advance bookings and is poised for a historic opening day, potentially exceeding £400K. "Jawan" also boasts healthy ticket sales for its extended opening weekend in national chains in India, with approximately 7,25,000 tickets sold across PVRInox and Cinepolis. Just one day ahead of the big release, Shah Rukh Khan said on social media handle X, “Let’s ‘Chaleya’ to the theatre tomorrow!”

The trailer for 'Jaane Jaan' showcases Kareena Kapoor as Maya D'Souza, a woman with secrets in the mysterious town of Kalimpong. Her neighbor Naren (Jaideep Ahlawat) checks on her, but Mumbai cop Karan Anand (Vijay Varma) suspects her intentions. The trailer hints at a complex dynamic between Maya and the two men, who both seem drawn to her. With calculated moves, blurred lines between innocence and guilt, and an air of intrigue, Kapoor's enigmatic character has aroused curiosity ahead of the film's release. The trailer provides glimpses of Maya's dual life without revealing the full mystery.

The BCCI has presented Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan a special "golden ticket" for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 to be held in India. BCCI Honorary Secretary Jay Shah tweeted that he had the privilege of gifting the golden ticket to the "Superstar of the Millennium" and cricket enthusiast. The BCCI called Bachchan's support for Team India inspiring. The exclusive golden ticket presumably allows entry to all World Cup matches. As an iconic celebrity, Bachchan was an apt choice for the prized invitation per the BCCI. His attendance is expected to enhance the event's stature and excitement as India eyes cricket's ultimate prize on home soil.