"Collecting Rs. 100 crores is not going to be a very big deal. The bottom mark should be Rs. 1000 crores for a film right now" - Salman Khan

The trailer launch of the Punjabi film Maujaan Hi Maujaan was held at a multiplex in Mumbai on Thursday, September 21. The event became memorable as superstar Salman Khan made an appearance as the chief guest. As expected, he gave some headline-grabbing quotes.

Salman Khan was asked to comment on the recent Punjabi blockbuster, Carry On Jatta 3 (2023), which was also helmed by Maujaan Hi Maujaan's director Smeep Kang and starred Gippy Grewal. The comic caper grossed Rs. 100 crores worldwide, as per reports.

On this Salman Khan said, "I feel that the Rs. 100 crore mark is going to be rock bottom now. Films are going to do business of Rs. 400, 500 or 600 crore plus now. Not just for the Punjabi industry. Even Marathi films are doing big numbers right now."

Salman Khan continued, "Basically, people are going to the theatres once again to go and watch movies. Hence, collecting Rs. 100 crores is not going to be a very big deal. The bottom mark should be Rs. 1000 crores for a film right now!"

On the work front, Salman Khan's latest release was Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, which release this year on Eid. His next film, Tiger 3, will release on Diwali this year. It also stars Katrina Kaif and Emraan Hashmi, with fellow superstar Shah Rukh Khan in a special appearance.

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Salman Khan expresses happiness ahead of Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan premiere on Zee Cinema

Salman Khan, who returned to theatres with Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, is super excited for the upcoming premiere of the action entertainer. The world television premiere of the Pooja Hegde, Venkatesh Daggubati, Jagapati Babu, starrer is expected to be held on September 23 on Zee Cinema. The superstar, who not only expressed his happiness towards the same, also recalled the time he heard the script of the film and spoke about the film coming on small screen.

Salman Khan excitedly said, “When I first heard the script of Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, I was immediately drawn to it. Bhaijaan's character is one that I connected with on a personal level. His love for his brothers and the lengths he goes to protect his to be in laws and their entire family struck a chord with me. Who does that in today’s day and time? The film is also filled with laughter, emotion, and action, and I believe it's a complete entertainer. Farhad Samji has done a fantastic job directing this film, bringing us all together and I'm excited for the audience to experience this rollercoaster of emotions with us."

For the unversed, Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan boasted of a massive star cast which also included Bhumika Chawla, Jassie Gill, Raghav Juyal, Siddharth Nigam, Shehnaaz Gill, Palak Tiwari, Vinali Bhatnagar, among others who essayed pivotal roles in the film. Directed by Farhad Samji, the film features the story of three brothers who are in search of a bride for this bachelor brother. They come across their neighbour Bhagya, whom they believe will be the perfected suited girl for their elder brother Bhaijaan, who has refrained from marrying someone for the sake of his younger brothers.

Don't miss the World Television Premiere of Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan on Saturday, September 23 at 8:00 PM, exclusively on Zee Cinema.

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Nora Fatehi commences shoot for song in Vidyut Jammwal starrer Crakk: Jeetegaa Toh Jiyegaa

Nora Fatehi is known for her incredible dancing skills and her ability to carry off any look with ease. Now, the actress has embarked on an exciting new journey, as she has commenced shooting for a film song in Vidyut Jammwal's upcoming film, Crakk: Jeetegaa Toh Jiyegaa. But that’s not all. She will also be playing a pivotal character in the film.

Crakk: Jeetegaa Toh Jiyegaa is India's first-ever extreme sports movie, and Nora will be playing the lead role opposite Vidyut. The film is being shot in Baku, Azerbaijan, and Nora recently jetted off to the country to begin her shoot.

Fans are eagerly anticipating Nora's performance in the film, as she is known for her electrifying dance moves. She is also expected to perform some high-octane action sequences in the film.

Crakk: Jeetegaa Toh Jiyegaa is being presented by Reliance Entertainment and produced by Action Hero Films & PZ Pictures. The film is produced by Vidyut Jammwal, Parag Sanghvi, and Action Hero Films & Team, and co-produced by Adi Sharmaa and Aditya Chowksey. The screenplay is written by Aditya Datt, Sarim Momim, and Rehan Khan, with additional screenplay and dialogue by Mohendar Pratap Singh.

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It’s a girl! Disha Parmar and Rahul Vaidya embrace parenthood with arrival of their first child

Disha Parmar and Rahul Vaidya, the celebrated couple who recently shared their pregnancy journey with fans, are now overjoyed to announce the arrival of their baby girl. The singer, Rahul Vaidya, took to social media to share this heartwarming news with their adoring followers.

In a touching Instagram post, Disha Parmar and Rahul Vaidya expressed their happiness, saying, "LAXMI Ji aayi hain. We are blessed with a Baby GIRL! The mummy and baby both are healthy and doing perfectly well!" They also extended their gratitude to their dedicated gynaecologist, Dr. Dhrupti Dedhia, who played a crucial role in their journey from conception to childbirth. The couple also gave special thanks to their family and the Criticare Asia Hospitals for providing them with the best possible delivery experience.

To accompany their announcement, Rahul Vaidya shared an adorable image of a baby elephant adorned with the words 'It's a girl,' making the moment even more endearing.

 

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Following the couple's heartfelt announcement, warm congratulations poured in from well-wishers worldwide as they embarked on this new and exciting chapter in their lives.

For the unversed, Disha captured hearts with her portrayal of Priya Kapoor in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain 2 and previously charmed audiences in Pyaar Ka Dard Hai Meetha Meetha Pyaara Pyaara. Meanwhile, Rahul Vaidya gained recognition through his exceptional vocal talent, starting as a top 3 contestant on the hit reality singing competition Indian Idol.

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3 Idiots’ actor Akhil Mishra dies at 58, falls off building

Actor Akhil Mishra, popularly known as librarian Dubey in the Aamir Khan film 3 Idiots, passed away at the age of 58.

According to a report by ETimes, Mishra fell off from the balcony of the high-rise building where he lived in Mumbai. He was rushed to the hospital but was declared dead on arrival. When the incident happened, Mishra's wife, actress Suzanne Bernert, was in Hyderabad for a shoot. She rushed back to Mumbai immediately upon hearing the news.

"My heart is broken, my second half is gone," Bernert said to the portal. He is survived by her.

Mishra was also a part of several TV shows, including Bhanwar, Uttaran, Udaan, CID, Shrimaan Shrimati, Bharat Ek Koj, Rajani, and many others.

Cine & TV Artistes' Association (CINTAA) expressed its condolences on the demise of Mishra.

CINTAA expresses its condolences on the demise of Akhil Mishra (Member since 1994) .#condolence #condolencias #restinpeace #rip #akhilmishra #condolencemessage #heartfelt #cintaa pic.twitter.com/3vvNHS0zN0 — CINTAA_Official (@CintaaOfficial) September 21, 2023

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Bhumi Pednekar and Thank You For Coming cast visit new Parliament Building to support Women's Reservation Bill; watch

Bollywood actress Bhumi Pednekar and her co-stars from her upcoming film Thank You For Coming visited the New Parliament Building in New Delhi on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. They were accompanied by Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting Anurag Thakur.

 

The visit came on the same day that the Women's Reservation Bill was introduced in the Lok Sabha. The bill seeks to reserve 33% of seats in the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies for women.

Pednekar and her co-stars, Shehnaaz Gill, Shibani Bedi, and Dolly Singh, were dressed in traditional attire for their visit. They took a tour of the building and admired the artwork and architecture, which depicts India's ancient cultural heritage. Pednekar, Bedi, and Singh are all known for speaking out on feminist and women-centric issues.

#WATCH | Delhi | Cast of the film 'Thank You for Coming' - Bhumi Pednekar, Shehnaaz Gill, Dolly Singh and Shibani Bedi visit the new Parliament building. pic.twitter.com/LUXjdRueA8 — ANI (@ANI) September 20, 2023

Commenting on the bill, Bhumi Pednekar asserted, “I am very proud of being a modern Indian woman and being here at this historic moment. The first bill that was discussed in the new Parliament was the Women’s Reservation Bill, and I am very hopeful for the change that women will bring while being in power and being a part of policy decision-making,” while interacting with the media present over there. 

VIDEO | "I am very proud of being a modern Indian woman and being here at this historic moment. The first bill that was discussed in the new Parliament was the Women’s Reservation Bill, and I am very hopeful for the change that women will bring while being in power and being a… pic.twitter.com/sSKeMLSJKo — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) September 20, 2023

Coming back to the film, Thank You For Coming, it is slated to release on October 6. It recently had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. 

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Vicky Kaushal starrer The Great Indian Family certified UA, advance booking begins

Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The film has a runtime of 112.16 minutes (1 hour, 52 minutes, 16 seconds) and advance booking for the film has also begun.

The film is directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya and produced by Aditya Chopra. It also stars Manushi Chhillar, Manoj Pahwa, Kumud Mishra, Yashpal Sharma, Sadiya Siddiqui, Alka Amin, Srishti Dixit, Bhuvan Arora, Aasif Khan, Ashutosh Ujjwal and Bharti Perwani.

Speaking of the trailer, it begins with a narration from Bhajan Kumar aka Ved Vyas Tripathi (played by Vicky Kaushal), who happens to be a devotional singer. He describes himself as the "undisputed king of bhajans" in Balrampur. Bhajan Kumar then introduces the audience to his super-traditional family. Manushi Chhillar features as Bhajan Kumar's love interest.

A dance montage later, Vicky reads out a letter that changes the course of Bhajan Kumar's life. The letter claims that Bhajan Kumar was born in a family of a different faith. Bhajan Kumar's family decides to distance themselves from him. He tries to find his true identity whilst trying to win the love and acceptance of his now-distanced family.

The film is scheduled to release in theatres on September 22, 2023.

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