SCOOP: Siddharth Anand takes over directorial reins of Shah Rukh Khan-Suhana Khan-Abhishek Bachchan starrer King

A while back, the industry was abuzz with the announcement of the highly anticipated film King, which will feature none other than Shah Rukh Khan sharing the screen with his daughter Suhana Khan for the first time. While since the announcement there have been no real updates on the progress of the film, Bollywood Hungama has managed to get the inside scoop. In fact, none other than Siddharth Anand, who in the recent past has given us hits like War, Pathaan, and Fighter, will be directing King, the script for which has been written by Sujoy Ghosh of Kahaani and Jaane Jaan fame.

Produced by two industry giants, viz. Shah Rukh Khan's Red Chillies Entertainment and Siddharth Anand's Marflix, King marks a unique partnership between the actor and director, as they join forces not only in front of the camera but also behind it. The script, penned by the talented Sujoy Ghosh, is set to bring a gripping narrative to life, blending emotion and high-octane action. With Siddharth Anand at the helm, audiences can expect an immersive cinematic experience, with stunning visuals and adrenaline-pumping sequences.

True to Siddharth Anand's reputation for delivering grand spectacles, King will be shot across multiple international locations. The filmmakers are sparing no effort in planning some of the biggest action sequences ever seen in Hindi cinema, aiming to set a new benchmark in the genre.

The makers have already locked in the production schedule, with filming set to commence by late February or early March 2025. This extended timeline ensures meticulous pre-production work, allowing for seamless execution of the film’s ambitious vision. King is slated for a mid-2026 release, giving the project ample time for post-production to achieve perfection.

While Shah Rukh Khan's towering presence is enough to generate massive buzz, all eyes are also on Suhana Khan, who is set to take on her first major project alongside her superstar father. This debut marks a significant step in Suhana’s budding acting career, and fans are eager to witness the father-daughter duo’s on-screen chemistry.

With a stellar track record of delivering blockbusters, Siddharth Anand’s association with King further elevates expectations. Known for crafting visually stunning narratives with a strong emotional core, Anand’s directorial touch is set to bring the best out of the Khan duo, making King one of the most awaited films of the decade.

As the countdown begins for the commencement of filming, King is already shaping up to be a cinematic event of epic proportions. With Shah Rukh Khan’s charisma, Suhana Khan’s promising debut, Sujoy Ghosh’s storytelling prowess, and Siddharth Anand’s visionary direction, this film is poised to leave an indelible mark on Indian cinema.

Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan Family Trust, Amitabh Bachchan buy shares worth Rs. 10 cr in Anand Pandit’s Lotus Developers’ IPO; Hrithik Roshan buys Rs. 1 cr worth of shares

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EXCLUSIVE: Sonu Nigam credits success of ‘Mere Dholna 3.0’ to “divine blessing”; CONFESSES not being emotional during the recording of Kartik Aaryan-starrer track

Singer Sonu Nigam recently spoke exclusively to Bollywood Hungama about his experience of singing ‘Mere Dholna 3.0’ for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, starring Kartik Aaryan. The song, a reimagined version of the popular track from the original Bhool Bhulaiyaa, has generated significant buzz, and Nigam's contribution to the track has been a key highlight.

The Preparation Behind the Song Nigam shared how he prepared for the challenging song. "I went very prepared. I knew the song was very tough," he said. "I sat at home, wrote down the entire sargam (musical scale), and made some corrections. I memorized the whole song and when I went to the mic, I just sang it in one go."

However, what truly moved Nigam was the emotional response he received from his fans and listeners. The Emotional Impact of Success Speaking about the compliments he received after the song's release, Nigam became visibly emotional. "I became emotional when I received compliments from people," he confessed. "This was not my first hit. This is something that has come after 33 years of being in the industry. Now, I am a much more mature person, and I have much more gratitude towards life."

The veteran singer reflected on the challenges he has faced throughout his career and the wisdom that comes with time. "I have seen the ups and downs. I understand that when something comes to you, when success comes, it is such a big blessing," he shared. A Divine Blessing Nigam admitted that he found it difficult to take credit for the success of the song, attributing it to a higher power. "I couldn't credit myself for it, which is why tears came to my eyes. I realized that this is some divine blessing for me. Someone up there is happy for me, somewhere."

Also Read: Asha Bhosle and Sonu Nigam to perform live in Dubai on December 29, 2024 

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Shah Rukh Khan Family Trust, Amitabh Bachchan buy shares worth Rs. 10 cr in Anand Pandit's Lotus Developers' IPO; Hrithik Roshan buys Rs. 1 cr worth of shares

Anand Pandit was in the news last year at this time when he threw one of the biggest bashes in recent times on his 60th birthday, on December 21, 2023. This year, around on his birthday, he is once again in the limelight, this time over the star-studded IPO for his company, Sri Lotus Developers & Real Estate.

As per an article in The Times of India dated December 23, AKP Holdings, a private limited company that used to operates under the brand name Lotus Developers, has changed its name to Sri Lotus Developers & Real Estate. The article further started that on December 4, it made private placements of approx. Rs. 2.7 crore shares to 125 people, including Bollywood stars. It added that the company made this private placement at Rs. 150 per share and was able to mobilize about Rs. 407.60 crores.

Reportedly, Amitabh Bachchan bought 6.70 lakh shares at Rs 10 crores. Shah Rukh Khan Family Trust meanwhile bought 6.75 lakh shares for Rs. 10.1 crores. As for Hrithik Roshan, he bought 70,000 shares for around Rs. 1 crores. Meanwhile, Sara Ali Khan, Ektaa Kapoor, Tiger Shroff and Rajkummar Rao have also bought small stakes in the company.

Anand Pandit has a long association with Bollywood as many stars own commercial and residential spaces in the properties developed and managed by Lotus Developers. He then turned producer and has backed several films like Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2 (2015), Sarkar 3 (2017), Satyameva Jayate (2018), Baazaar (2018), Batla House (2019), Total Dhamaal (2019), PM Narendra Modi (2019), The Big Bull (2021), Chehre (2021), Doctor G (2022), Thank God (2022), Kabzaa (2023), Swatantrya Veer Savarkar (2024) etc.

Anand Pandit's remarkable journey from a real estate mogul to a prominent film producer underscores his entrepreneurial vision and strong connections with Bollywood. The star-studded IPO for Sri Lotus Developers & Real Estate further cements his reputation as a leader who bridges the worlds of business and entertainment.

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EXCLUSIVE: Baby John producer Murad Khetani clears air on show-sharing talks with Pushpa 2: "We're asking for reasonable 50-50 allocation in single screens"

Since Thursday, there have been reports that Pushpa 2 – The Rule’s distributor Anil Thadani and Baby John’s distributor PVR Inox Pictures are having a tussle over show-sharing. Yesterday, Bollywood Hungama reported that the advance booking of Baby John, starring Varun Dhawan, is yet to open in several cinemas as PVR has asked for 60% of the shows for their film and 40% of shows for Pushpa 2 – The Rule. Reportedly, the distributor of Pushpa 2 and even some exhibitors have reservations about this arrangement.

Bollywood Hungama exclusively spoke to Baby John’s producer Murad Khetani on Sunday evening (December 22) and he clarified these reports. He also assured that the advance booking for the film would begin across the country on Monday, December 23.

Murad Khetani began by saying, “There’s no issue. MovieMax, Miraj, Mukta etc. have also opened advances. There were some little things that needed to be taken care of, regarding programming. We need to go step-by-step and it takes time. Our distribution team has been working on it. Everything can’t be closed and arranged together.”

There were murmurs that PVR Inox had started the booking of both Baby John and Pushpa 2 – The Rule for December 25 while other chains were not allowed to do so, leading to a first-mover advantage for PVR and Inox cinemas.

On this, Murad Khetani clarified, “The other multiplexes follow the programming pattern of the national chains. That’s why PVR, Inox and Cinepolis opened first. PVR Inox is distributing the film. Other chains wanted to see what PVR Inox is asking for and are also implementing similar showcasing in their own theatres. This is the reason why PVR Inox opened the advances first. The idea was to convey to other multiplexes that ‘Look, we are also giving so many shows to Baby John. We’d want you to follow suit’. By doing so, they made it clear that they are not asking for many shows for Baby John while not doing the same in their multiplexes.”

He continued, “In other words, the intention was never for PVR Inox to open the advances so that they get the advantage over other multiplex chains.”

When asked about an update for show-sharing in the single screens, Murad Khetani replied, “We are working on it as we need to take a lot of factors into consideration, including the film’s run time. Some single screens are okay with show-sharing while some are not. By Monday, December 23, it’ll be sorted. We are being very reasonable. We are asking for 50-50 show sharing. And if some theatres play 5 shows a day, then we are asking for 3 shows.” He added, “By tomorrow (December 23) hopefully, Baby John’s advance will open all over India.”

What’s the screen count for Baby John? Murad Khetani informed us, “We are looking at releasing the film in approximately 3000 screens.” Will there be a paid preview for the film from the evening of December 24? He said, “There are no such plans.”

Also Read: Varun Dhawan makes SHOCKING claim: Baby John star reveals “wife of a powerful man” stalked him, broke into his house; says, “She thought I’d leave my family for her”

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Varun Dhawan makes SHOCKING claim: Baby John star reveals “wife of a powerful man” stalked him, broke into his house; says, “She thought I’d leave my family for her”

Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan recently opened up about unsettling fan encounters, including an incident involving the wife of a powerful man who stalked him and broke into his house. The actor, currently promoting his upcoming film Baby John, shared his experiences during a conversation with Ranveer Allahbadia on his YouTube channel.

Varun Dhawan Recalls The Stalking Incident Recounting a particularly alarming event, Varun revealed, “That lady was the wife of a very powerful man. I can’t say what position… but a very powerful man, and she was being catfished. Someone was talking to her using my name. She knew everything about my house and she thought I was going to leave my family. It became very scary.”

The situation escalated to the point where the police were called. “She came with someone, and it became a family thing, and there were female constables who came in and they handled it,” he added. Other Troubling Encounters Varun also shared other instances where he felt violated by fans. He recounted, “A fan kissed me forcibly. When asked how I felt, I said I did not like it. People have pinched my butt, and when such things happen, I immediately start thinking about how much worse it must be for women.” Reflecting on these incidents, Varun said, “I feel bad for the women because I straightaway put myself in their position. If this is happening with me, it must be worse with them.”

While these revelations highlight the darker side of fame, Varun remains focused on promoting his upcoming film Baby John, which is slated for this Christmas. Directed by Kalees and produced by Atlee and Murad Khetani, the film is “an adaptation” of Thalapathy Vijay’s Theri. It also stars Keerthy Suresh, Wamiqa Gabbi and Jackie Shorff, among others.

Also Read: “Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan and Aamir Khan are not delulu”: Varun Dhawan critiques Bollywood leadership, calls for reinvention and diversity

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Salman Khan starrer Sikandar to mark debut of Kalki 2898 AD composer Santosh Narayanan: Reports

Santhosh Narayanan, renowned for his music compositions in South Indian cinema, is set to debut in Bollywood. Santhosh's entry into Hindi cinema marks a significant milestone in his illustrious career, known for redefining Tamil film music with projects like Attakathi, Kabali, and Jigarthanda.

The Kalki 2898 AD Connection Santhosh Narayanan recently composed the soundtrack for Kalki 2898 AD, directed by Nag Ashwin and starring Prabhas and Kamal Haasan. The film’s music was widely acclaimed, bolstering his reputation as a versatile composer. Following this success, he received an invitation to work in Bollywood, paving the way for his involvement in Sikandar. Joining the High-Profile Team of Sikandar Directed by AR Murugadoss, Sikandar features Bollywood superstar Salman Khan in the lead role. The film also stars Rashmika Mandanna, Suniel Shetty, and Sathyaraj. According to reports floating online, Santhosh Narayanan will compose the background score, while Pritam handles the film’s songs, marking his sixth collaboration with Salman Khan. Production and Release Details The shoot for Sikandar began in June 2024, with locations spanning Mumbai and Europe. Salman Khan has undergone extensive training for high-octane action sequences in the film. The project, slated for an Eid al-Fitr 2025 release, is highly anticipated due to its star-studded cast and an exceptional creative team. Santhosh Narayanan’s Ongoing Projects Apart from his Bollywood debut, Santhosh is currently scoring music for Suriya 44, directed by Karthik Subbaraj. With a career primarily focused on Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam cinema, his transition to Bollywood signifies the growing recognition of South Indian talent in Hindi films.

Also Read: Sikandar teaser to release on Salman Khan’s birthday, confirms Sajid Nadiadwala

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Diljit Dosanjh DENIES blocking AP Dhillon; says, “My issues could be with the government… not with the artists”

AP Dhillon, currently on his India tour, addressed the audience during his Chandigarh performance and made a surprising revelation about fellow singer Diljit Dosanjh. Dhillon thanked Diljit for a recent shout-out but added a twist, stating in Punjabi, “First unblock me on Instagram and then talk to me. I don’t want to talk about what marketing is happening, but first unblock me. I've been working for three years. Have you ever seen me in any controversy?”

The comment referred to Diljit’s acknowledgment of AP Dhillon and Karan Aujla during his Indore concert, where he had said, “Mere aur do bhaiyon ne tour shuru kiya hai Karan Aujla aur AP Dhillon nein, unke liye bhi best of luck (Two of my brothers, Karan Aujla and AP Dhillon, have started their tour; best of luck to them, too).”

 

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Diljit’s Response: “Mere Pange Sarkaaran Naal” Diljit Dosanjh wasted no time addressing AP Dhillon’s remarks. Taking to Instagram Stories, Diljit shared a screenshot of AP Dhillon’s Instagram page, showing that the singer’s posts were visible. The move implied AP Dhillon was never blocked. Diljit captioned the screenshot, “I never blocked you. Mere pange sarkaaran naal ho sakde aa....kalaakaran naal ni (My issues could be with the government…not with the artists).”

Diljit Promotes Unity Among Independent Artists During his Indore concert, Diljit spoke about the importance of unity in the independent music scene. He remarked, “Yeh independent music ka time shuru hai. Musibate toh ayengi. Jab koi revolution aata hai toh musibat aati hai. Hum apna kam karte jayenge (The time for independent music has started. Problems will arise. When there is a revolution, problems will arise. We will keep working).”

Diljit Dosanjh’s Dil-Luminati India Tour kicked off on October 26 in New Delhi and will conclude on December 29 in Guwahati. Most recently, he performed in Mumbai on December 19. Meanwhile, AP Dhillon’s India tour has also garnered attention, adding momentum to the country's rising wave of independent music.

Also Read: Diljit Dosanjh REACTS to advisory for Mumbai concert, recites Sagar Manthan’s story: “People will bother and interrupt, but never let that disturb you”

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