Suhana Khan follows in Shah Rukh Khan’s footsteps; to be announced as new Lux brand ambassador

Suhana Khan, daughter of Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan, is poised to become the new face of Lux on a momentous occasion – the brand's 100th anniversary. This announcement marks a new chapter for both Lux and the Khan family, creating a special connection between generations.

The official unveiling is expected today, April 29, according to a report in India Today. Suhana's appointment signifies a fresh era for Lux, while also holding a significant personal touch for the Khans. Throughout its century-long history, Lux has established itself as a cultural icon by collaborating with a dazzling array of celebrities from both Hollywood and Bollywood. The details regarding Suhana's specific campaign and the creative direction Lux will take are likely to be revealed soon.

Shah Rukh Khan himself has a long-standing association with Lux, dating back to 2005. Many fondly remember a now-iconic commercial featuring him luxuriating in a rose petal-filled bath, surrounded by a star-studded cast that included Bollywood royalty like Hema Malini, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Sridevi, and Juhi Chawla.

The Khan family's connection with Lux extends beyond Suhana's ambassadorship. Recently, Shah Rukh Khan and Suhana appeared together in a campaign for Aryan Khan's luxury streetwear brand, D'YAVOL X. This wasn't their only collaborative project; they are also gearing up for a film together titled King. Directed by Sujoy Ghosh and co-produced by Red Chillies Entertainment and Siddharth Anand, the film will feature Suhana in a prominent role. ALSO READ: Shah Rukh Khan showcases batting skills; son AbRam Khan bowls to Kolkata Knight Riders player Rinku Singh, videos go viral from training session

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Ranveer Singh and Prasanth Varma's next titled Rakshas; mythological film set in pre-Independence era: Report

Ranveer Singh is adding another exciting project to his already packed slate. Following Singham Again and Don 3 already on the cards, and rumours of him portraying the superhero Shaktimaan, reports claim that he is collaborating with Prasanth Varma, the director behind the recent box office success, HanuMan. Varma has allegedly approached Singh for a big-budget period film steeped in Indian mythology.

According to a report in Pinkvilla, Mythri Movie Makers will bankroll this project. Sources close to the development have shed some light on the project, tentatively titled Rakshas. Apparently, this film is part of a larger Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe, where the director strategically introduces characters before uniting them in a grand finale. A source revealed, “Ranveer is blown away by the vision and long-term plans that his director has for the universe and is excited to embark on the journey of Rakshas soon.”

The pre-production seems to be progressing smoothly. The script, screenplay, and even pre-visualization are reportedly complete. The team is currently finalizing shooting schedules. Furthermore, the source added, “Ranveer has met Prasanth Varma and the team multiple times over the last few weeks and has already done a Pooja for the film on the occasion of Hanuman Jayanti in Hyderabad.”

Rakshas is touted as a period film set in the pre-independence era, boasting a mythological backdrop. Intriguingly, Singh's character is said to possess shades of a negative force. The specifics of his character arc remain under wraps, but sources hint at a character dealing with dark figures from Indian mythology.

Meanwhile, it has been reported that Ranveer Singh is also collaborating with Aditya Dhar, on another project currently in pre-production. The shooting schedules for both Rakshas and Dhar's films are expected to be finalized within the next two weeks, with filming potentially commencing in the latter half of 2024.

However, Ranveer Singh is yet to announce his next slate of releases. For now, two projects are confirmed – Singham Again, slated for Diwali 2024 release and Don 3, set for 2025. ALSO READ: Ranveer Singh approached by Prasanth Varma for his next: Report

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Imran Khan to make comeback after 9 years with Aamir Khan-produced Happy Patel; Vir Das to direct first feature film: Report

Imran Khan is set to make a grand return to Bollywood after a hiatus of nearly nine years. This comeback marks a special reunion, as Khan will be collaborating with his maternal uncle, Aamir Khan, who played a pivotal role in launching his career. The actor has reportedly signed a quirky comedy titled Happy Patel which will be helmed by Vir Das.

According to a report in Peeping Moon, the film will be produced by Aamir Khan Productions, signifying a full-circle moment for the actor. Aamir first introduced Imran to the silver screen as a child artist in the 1988 film Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak. Two decades later, in 2008, Aamir Khan Productions launched Imran as a leading man in the successful rom-com Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na.

The details about Happy Patel remain under wraps, but sources describe it as a laugh riot set in a unique yet familiar world. The film's tone is said to be reminiscent of Imran's earlier successful comedies, which often blended humour with relatable characters and heartwarming stories. The shooting of the film has already begun in Goa.

Adding another exciting layer to the project is the directorial debut of Vir Das. Khan and Das previously co-starred in the critically acclaimed 2011 black comedy Delhi Belly. While Das has experience of directing a web series (yet to be released), Happy Patel will be his first feature film directorial venture.

The cast boasts further star power. Mona Singh, known for working with Aamir Khan in 3 Idiots and Laal Singh Chaddha, will play a pivotal character. The identity of the female lead remains under wraps. Rumours are rife about a potential cameo by Aamir Khan himself, although this has not yet been confirmed.

Happy Patel replaces Khan's initially planned web series with Abbas Tyrewala. This espionage thriller for Disney+ Hotstar would have seen Khan portray an intelligence officer navigating the complexities of South Asian counter-intelligence. However, the project was shelved due to the merger between Reliance Industries and The Walt Disney Company. ALSO READ: Imran Khan speaks on leaving Bollywood after Katti Batti debacle: “It was kind of a process”

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Shraddha Kapoor eyes rumoured beau Rahul Mody’s production debut; in talks for a drama: Report

Shraddha Kapoor is gearing up for a busy year! After a single release in 2023 with the romantic comedy Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar, the actress has several exciting projects in the pipeline. In a recent fan interaction, Kapoor hinted at venturing into new genres, including a mythological adaptation and a time-travel film. Now, it seems she might be adding another project to her list – a drama co-produced by her rumoured beau, Rahul Mody.

According to a report in Mid-day, the details about the drama are under wraps. However, sources reveal that Kapoor has expressed interest in the central idea and is considering co-producing the film alongside Mody's production house. Mody, who co-wrote Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar, has sparked dating rumours with Kapoor in recent times. A source revealed to the publication, “The talks are in the nascent stage, so it can’t be determined whether this will be her next project. But Shraddha has liked the central idea. She plans to co-produce it along with Rahul’s production house.”

Kapoor has Stree 2, the much-anticipated sequel to the 2018 horror-comedy Stree, lined up for release this year. The source further adds, “Stree 2 is one of the year’s most-awaited films. Going forward, Shraddha wants to carefully select her projects, choosing ones that evoke a similar kind of buzz. She also doesn’t want long gaps between her films.”

Rahul Mody’s foray into production alongside a potential collaboration with Shraddha Kapoor will surely pique the interest of fans. ALSO READ: 11 years of Aashiqui: When Shraddha Kapoor called the Mohit Suri-directorial an opportunity of a lifetime

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Krishna Mukherjee reveals Shubh Shagun producers harassed her; Aly Goni claims he is owed ₹39 lakh

Krishna Mukherjee, known for her role of Shubh Shagun, recently took to Instagram to reveal alleged harassment by the show's producer Kundan Singh. In her post, she bravely spoke out about her experiences, sparking a wave of support from her industry peers and fans alike. However, this revelation was met with denial and threats of legal action from the producer, Kundan Singh.

Krishna told HT City exclusively, “Itna time anxiety aur depression hua, my personal was f****d because of all this. I am feeling so bad, main ruki kyun hui thi uss show mein, waiting for what. I didn't quit even after the incident, and the producer fooled me. (I've wasted time, had anxiety and depression. My personal life is f****d because of all this. I am feeling so bad, why did I stay in the show, waiting for what.)”

She just released an Instagram reel describing her account, “My hands are still shivering while writing this but I had to. I am suffering from Anxiety and Depression bcz of this. We hide our emotions and show the brighter side on social media. But this is the Reality. My family was asking me not to post bcz they are still scared what if these people harm you? But why should I be scared ? This is my right and I need justice."

In the article, she describes what she claims happened to her on the show's set, saying, “It all started when I started doing my last show Shubh Shagun for Dangal TV. That was the worst decision of my life,” she writes, adding, “The production house and the producer @kundan.singh.official has harassed me so many times. They even once locked me in my makeup room because I was unwell and I decided not to shoot because they were not paying me for my work.”

She further claims that they haven’t cleared her dues for 5 months now. “I was given dhamki many times. I felt unsafe, broken and scared throughout. I asked for help from so many people but nothing. Nobody could do anything about it. People ask me why I am not doing any show? This is the reason. I am scared what if the same thing happens again? I need justice,” she writes.

 

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Responding to her claims, the producer of the show Kundan Singh denied the claims while at the same time reaching out to Krishna’s social media followers to ‘beware of her lies’. Besides this, Kundan took to social media as well revealing that in 2022 Krishna had filed an FIR on similar grounds against two other individuals while revealing his side of the story in a post saying, “It’s sad to see how it’s so easy for some people to make false accusations. I must clarify that all the accusations being made are false and frivolous, and strict legal action will be taken against all culprits.”

 

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Talking about Krishna’s claims further and the FIR as well, Kuundan continued, “During that time me and my team strongly stood with her and her family and helped her at every step, I was even in touch with her father throughout the matter. As a disciplinary action I even fired both the employees immediately, though later came to know that the allegations she put on them were false and only for the sake to settle her personal grudge,” he claims, adding, “She took a step ahead for false financial claim, we had reached out to her for legal proceeding but she refusing to come which is already in the record of City Civil Court, Mumbai.”

Denying his claims, Krishna tells HT City that the two people were back on sets in a week, “I told them clearly that those two people will not come on set again, but only after a week, they were there. I reminded the team, to which I was told 'we don't have much team, kya karein' I still continued shooting. Kundan Singh ne saara mujhe pe daal diya ki meri wajah se show band ho gaya. He is lying in his Insta post.”

If the battel between Krishna and Kundan wasn’t enough, Aly Goni has also come forward stating that he has borne witness to Krishna’s harassment and that he is owed dues to the tune of Rs. 39 lakhs. Sharing videos on Instagram Stories about that he says, “Krishna made some allegations, and the perpetrator is now posting claiming she’s lying. I know it’s not a lie because Krishna called me when they locked her in the room. She was crying when she called me and Chirag. But we were all shooting and couldn’t help her then.”

Talking about his dues, Goni adds, “Irrespective of that, if Kundan is so sure he paid her, I’m sure he must have the bank details. Why not share it? All her friends know how much she has suffered. The amount they need to pay her is not small, it’s ₹39 lakh. She earned that money. You can’t blame the channel too as they always clear the dues. Threaten however much you want, we’re all with her.”

Also Read : Aly Goni BLASTS on Poonam Pandey’s death hoax: “Cheap publicity stunt!”

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CBFC cuts male nudity shot in Challengers but in a RARE instance, retains Zendaya’s see-through bra explicit sex scene

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), as is well known, often heavily comes down on explicit intimate scenes even after passing films with an ‘A’ certificate. As a result, moviegoers in India, who ventured out to watch the latest Hollywood release Challengers, were stunned to see that two intense sex scenes were left untouched by the Censors.

The film stars Zendaya, of Spider-Man, Dune and Euphoria fame, and is also one of the producers of the film, which also features Josh O'Connor and Mike Faist. The film caught the attention of viewers across the globe last year when the first teaser dropped depicting Zendaya having a threesome with Josh and Mike.

A source told Bollywood Hungama, “The CBFC’s Examining Committee didn’t touch this much-talked-about scene. Moreover, another intimate scene, between Zendaya and a male actor, is much more explicit. It even features Zendaya wearing a see-through bra. There were fears that there would be a repeat of what happened during Oppenheimer (2023), when Florence Pugh’s nude scene was edited with a CGI-made black dress. Thankfully, nothing of that sort needed to be done for this film. The scene was passed; not a single second was cut.”

But the CBFC did ask for some changes. The source continued, “There’s a scene where a male actor shows his bare buttocks. The CBFC refused to pass the scene. Hence, the studio zoomed in on the male actor to hide his bare behind. A similar modification was done for another scene where a character in the dressing room walks around naked while two characters in the background are having a shower.”

Apart from these changes, the cut list of the CBFC suggests that an abusive word was muted while the cigarette brand was asked to be blurred. Once these changes were made, Challengers was passed with an ‘A’ certificate. The certificate was handed over on April 25, that is, just a day before the film’s release.

Challengers is about a former tennis player who is now a coach for her husband. Things take a turn when they bump into their old friend after years.

Also Read: Zendaya, Sia and Maddie Ziegler join Labrinth for a surprise performance at Coachella 2023

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Actor Sahil Khan gets arrested by Mumbai cyber cell in connection to the Mahadev Betting App

Best known for films like Style and Excuse Me, actor Sahil Khan, who is now an influencer, has been arrested by the Mumbai Police in connection with the Mahadev betting app case. The arrest was made by the Mumbai cyber cell’s Special Investigating Team (SIT) in Chhattisgarh after the court rejected the pre-arrest bail plea, followed by asserting that Khan is the co-owner of the app.

Previously, the SIT had summoned Sahil and three others for questioning in December 2023, but he failed to appear. Followed by that, he applied for a pre-arrest bail which has now been rejected by the Bombay High Court. Despite several allegations were made against the Style actor in regards to the app, Sahil denied any direct involvement with the betting platform and continued to assert that he was merely a brand promoter endorsing The Lion Book brand under contract with M/s. Isports247. However, the police has decided to stick with their allegations that he was a co-owner of the app, following which he is being brought to Mumbai via Raipur and is expected to be produced before the court this afternoon.

Meanwhile, Sahil has maintained that he signed a contract with the company for 24 months, for posting promotional videos on his social media under a fixed remuneration of Rs. 3 lakhs which will be paid monthly. After the actor gave his statement about being a brand promoter, he applied for a pre-bail plea which was, however, dismissed by the court, as they cited his alleged direct involvement in the illegal operation.

Earlier In 2023, the crime branch, investigating the Mahadev betting app case, had summoned Sahil Khan and three others to record their statements on December 15. However, Sahil failed to cooperate but remained active on social media, posting photos and videos, further drawing flak for his non-compliant behaviour.

On the work front, while Sahil Khan has stayed away from films, he kicked off his entrepreneurial fitness venture Divine Nutrition, which offers fitness supplements.

Also Read: Sahil Khan applies for anticipatory bail in Mahadev betting app case as his father is battling cancer: Report

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