EXCLUSIVE: Viineet Kumar Siingh, Saurabh Shukla join Manoj Bajpayee, Rajkummar Rao for Shoojit Sircar’s MYTHO-HUMOUR film

Shoojit Sircar has carved a niche for himself with his films like Vicky Donor (2012), Piku (2015), October (2024), Sardar Udham (2021) and the recently released flick, I Want To Talk (2024). Bollywood Hungama has now learned some exciting information about his next film, which is going to be the first-ever mytho-humour entertainer.

A source told Bollywood Hungama, “It marks Shoojit Sircar’s much-awaited return to humour. The acclaimed filmmaker, known for bringing warmth, wit and sharp observation to films such as Vicky Donor and Piku, is now stepping into an entirely new space with his first-ever Mytho Humour entertainer.”

In industry circles, the project has begun to make noise, for all the right reasons. The source said, “A massive, elaborate set is being constructed by Sardar Udham’s National Award-winning production designer, Mansi Dhruv Mehta. Inspired by a key chapter from the Mahabharat, the world being built blends mythology with a contemporary and satirical lens.”

Adding to the excitement is the stellar ensemble. The source said, “It is known that Manoj Bajpayee and Rajkummar Rao are a part of the film. The team of the movie have now welcomed Saurabh Shukla and Viineet Kumar Siingh to the cast. Both actors, celebrated for their versatility and their command over humour and drama, are expected to bring a fresh dynamic to this inventive retelling.”

Produced by Rising Sun Films and Kino Works and backed by Ronnie Lahiri and Sheel Kumar, the film is in full scale pre-production with the set construction currently underway. The project is slated to go on floors in early 2026.

With its unique mytho-humour flavour, an ambitious Mahabharat-inspired set, and a cast led by Manoj Bajpayee, Rajkummar Rao, Saurabh Shukla and Viineet Kumar Singh, Shoojit Sircar’s next is already being keenly watched by trade and cinephiles alike. If all goes as planned, this inventive entertainer could well mark not just the filmmaker’s refreshing return to humour, but also open the doors for a new, sharply written genre that blends mythology, satire and emotion for today’s audiences.

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BREAKING: "21 previews of Ikkis in 21 cities on 21 December" - Dinesh Vijan makes an EXCITING announcement at BH OTT India Fest 2025

Agastya Nanda, Jaideep Ahlawat, Simar Bhatia, director Sriram Raghavan and producer Dinesh Vijan promoted their much-awaited film Ikkis on the first day of the Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest and India Entertainment Awards 2025. The team of the film appears very confident of the film. As a result, blockbuster producer Dinesh Vijan of Maddock Films made a very headline-grabbing announcement.

Dinesh Vijan said, “I want this film to mean as much to you guys as it means to us. From tomorrow (December 4), it will be 21 days until Ikkis releases. We are trying that Sriram delivers the copy to us at least 11 days before the release.”

He then announced, “Whenever and wherever we travel, we’ll first show the film and then talk about it. That’s how much we love this film.”

Dinesh Vijan also opened up about paid previews, which would be held as early as 4 days before the release. He explained, “On December 21, which is 4 days before the release, we are going to watch this film along with screenings in 21 other cities! People from all across would come together and see the film together. That’s what we have decided because it’s easier to say that ‘This is the best film we have made’. But when you put it out and get more people involved, there would be more conversation.”

Ikkis releases in cinemas on December 25.

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Neha Sharma questioned by ED in online betting money-laundering probe

Actor Neha Sharma was questioned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday as part of its ongoing investigation into suspected money laundering linked to an online betting application. The agency had issued a summons to Sharma, who is also the daughter of Congress leader Ajit Sharma, seeking details regarding her association with the platform.

According to officials cited by the PTI, Sharma’s statement is being recorded under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Investigators are reportedly examining her involvement through promotional activities connected to the app. The actor has not made any public comment regarding the development.

Sharma, known for her roles in Yamla Pagla Deewana 2 (2013), Solo (2017), and Tanhaji (2020), has also worked in the digital space with the series Illegal. She has appeared in short films, including Kriti and Vikalp, playing central characters in both.

Her appearance comes amid a wider scrutiny of celebrities linked to the betting platform. In recent months, the ED has questioned several public figures, including Sonu Sood, Vijay Deverakonda, Prakash Raj, Urvashi Rautela, Shikhar Dhawan, Yuvraj Singh, and Rana Daggubati.

Actor Prakash Raj, summoned in July, addressed the media about the inquiry: “As a citizen of this country, the officers had called on the money laundering of the betting apps, and I have come. It was something that I did in 2016, and later, on moral grounds, I did not pursue it. I gave them information that I have not received any money because I did not want to take money from that. They have taken all the details and we finished the enquiry, and that’s it."

Similarly, Vijay Deverakonda, questioned in August, clarified, “I was summoned because my name came up in connection with a betting app case. In India, there are two different categories – betting apps and gaming apps. I clearly explained that I promoted a gaming app called A23. There is no connection between betting apps and gaming apps. Gaming apps are legal in several states. They are registered, have GST, taxes, and necessary approvals.”

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Aamir Khan Productions announces Vir Das’ quirky spy film Happy Patel, set to release on January 16

Aamir Khan Productions has announced its quirky spy film Happy Patel. Marking Vir Das’ directorial debut, the film stars Vir Das alongside Mona Singh. True to its playful title, the makers released a humorous announcement video featuring both Aamir Khan and Vir Das, adding to the film’s fun vibe.

The announcement of Happy Patel comes in an unconventional and humorous style. In the video, Aamir Khan questions Vir Das’ approach to depicting action, romance, and even an item number in the film. While Aamir seems concerned about audience reactions, the video also shows others praising the film. This playful contrast makes the announcement highly entertaining and signals that a very different kind of cinema is on its way.

 

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Aamir Khan Productions has consistently explored unconventional storytelling with finesse. With acclaimed films like Lagaan, Taare Zameen Par, Dangal, and Secret Superstar, the studio continues its tradition of unique cinema. For Happy Patel, they are teaming up with renowned stand-up comedian Vir Das, who has performed globally with his comedy specials and acted in films like Go Goa Gone, Badmaash Company, and Delhi Belly. This marks Vir’s second collaboration with Aamir Khan Productions, following Delhi Belly.

Also Read : Aamir Khan calls Rangeela his “most favourite” as it re-releases in theatres after 30 years

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Kartik Aaryan’s parents buy Rs 10.83 crores office in Vile Parle, add to family’s expanding Mumbai holdings

Kartik Aaryan’s family has expanded its real-estate footprint in Mumbai with another major acquisition, as the actor’s parents purchased a premium commercial unit in Vile Parle. The deal marks yet another significant property investment linked to the actor in recent months, highlighting a clear trend of strategic expansion.

According to documents accessed by Zapkey and reported by NDTV Profit, Kartik’s parents, Mala Tiwari and Manish Tiwari, bought the office space for Rs 10.83 crores. In addition to the purchase price, the family paid Rs 65 lakh as stamp duty. The registration of the sale was completed on November 27, 2025. The commercial unit spans 1,228 sq ft of carpet area and comes with two dedicated parking slots, making it a substantial addition to their growing real-estate portfolio.

The property was acquired from Notan House Pvt. Ltd. As per the developer’s website, the building offers convenient accessibility to multiple transport hubs — located about 1.6 km from Vile Parle railway station, 3 km from Andheri station, and around 6.5 km from the Bandra–Worli Sea Link. This makes the location strategically advantageous for both business and connectivity.

This purchase follows earlier reports from September indicating that Kartik Aaryan himself had secured a commercial office space in Andheri valued at Rs 13 crores. Around the same period, the actor also purchased a 2,000 sq. ft. plot at Chateau de Alibaug for Rs 2 crores. Speaking about that investment, Kartik had said, “Alibaug has become one of the most exciting places to invest in today — close to Mumbai and I plan to build my own home there. This is the first time I have invested in land and with full trust in The House of Abhinandan Lodha. I’m glad to have made this investment.”

On the work front, Kartik is preparing for the release of his upcoming romantic comedy Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, co-starring Ananya Panday, which is set to hit theatres on December 25, 2025. The film’s trailer has already sparked strong curiosity among audiences. The actor is also simultaneously working on Naagzilla, expected to release in August next year.

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EXCLUSIVE: Dhurandhar is Ranveer Singh's FIRST-ever 'A' rated film; final length locked at 214 minutes; CBFC censors violent visuals in 2 scenes, mutes cuss word

Three days are left for the release of Dhurandhar and the excitement is slowly building by the day for the Ranveer Singh-starrer. After giving some of the biggest and viral news exclusively about the action entertainer, Bollywood Hungama now brings to you the cut list of Dhurandhar.

Bollywood Hungama was the first one to tell you that Dhurandhar’s runtime is expected to be 3 hours and 32 minutes. The censor certificate has now given the confirmed run time of the film – 214.01 minutes. In other words, the film is 3 hours, 34 minutes and 1 second long, making it the lengthiest film in 17 years for Bollywood. The last film with such a lengthy run time was Jodhaa Akbar (2008); the historical was also 214 minutes long.

Moreover, Dhurandhar has been awarded an ‘A’ certificate. In short, this is Ranveer Singh’s first film in 15 years, which is adult-rated.

Now, coming to the cuts. The makers were asked to add the voiceover for the Hindi disclaimer. Accordingly, the duration of the disclaimer was increased to accommodate the voiceover. The anti-drug static and anti-smoking static were added in scenes where characters are seen consuming the addictive substances.

At the beginning of the film, the visuals of violence were deleted and replaced with appropriate shots. In the second half, the CBFC (Central Board of Film Certification) members asked the makers to reduce the violent visuals. The character name of a minister was 'suitably changed'. Lastly, a cuss word was muted.

One more change that happened at the censor process was that the makers added music and additional scenes to the end credits.

Once these changes were made, the censor certificate was handed over to the makers of Dhurandhar on December 2. Backed by Jio Studios and B62 Studios, the film also stars Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal and Sara Arjun. Directed by Aditya Dhar, it releases in cinemas on December 2.

Also Read: Dhurandhar music launch: Ranveer Singh sets the stage on FIRE; sings ‘Ghafoor’, lifted in the air by Kings United dancers

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Hrithik Roshan and Rakesh Roshan boost their off-screen empire with Rs. 10.9 crores property buy in Mumbai

Bollywood’s iconic father–son team, Rakesh Roshan and Hrithik Roshan, have made a noteworthy addition to their growing business footprint. Their company, HRX Digitech LLP, has acquired four commercial units worth Rs.10.90 crores in Andheri West, Mumbai. The deals were registered in November 2025, as per documents reviewed by Square Yards through the Inspector General of Registration (IGR).

The units are located in Yura Business Park Phase 2, a commercial hub in one of Mumbai’s busiest entertainment-linked neighbourhoods. Andheri West remains a magnet for production houses, media studios, and creative agencies — sectors that align closely with the Roshans’ long-established presence in the film industry. With excellent connectivity via the Western Express Highway, Link Road, and the metro and railway networks, the area continues to attract major celebrity and corporate investments.

According to the documents, the first of the newly purchased commercial spaces is valued at Rs. 3.42 crores and spans a RERA carpet area of 79.15 sq. m. (roughly 852 sq. ft.), along with two car parking slots. Another unit, bought for Rs. 2.19 crores, offers a carpet area of 50.63 sq. m. (around 545 sq. ft.) and comes with one parking space. The purchases also reflect the requisite stamp duty and registration payments made for each transaction, including Rs. 20.54 lakh and Rs.13.14 lakh respectively for these two units, with Rs. 30,000 paid as registration charges on each.

The third acquisition, worth Rs. 3.39 crores, includes a carpet area of 78.50 sq. m. (around 845 sq. ft.) and one parking spot, accompanied by a stamp duty of Rs. 20.37 lakh and registration fees of Rs. 30,000. Meanwhile, the fourth commercial space is priced at Rs.1.90 crore and spans 43.94 sq. m. (approximately 473 sq. ft.), with one allocated parking slot. For this transaction, HRX Digitech LLP paid Rs.11.40 lakh as stamp duty and Rs.30,000 towards registration.

Rakesh Roshan, celebrated for directing hits like Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai and the Krrish franchise has maintained a strong entrepreneurial streak throughout his career. Hrithik Roshan, one of Hindi cinema’s most acclaimed and versatile actors with films like Jodhaa Akbar, War, and Krrish to his credit, has similarly expanded his interests beyond the screen.

Together, they helm HRX Digitech LLP — a media-tech and investment-focused venture that represents their vision for modern, digital-led businesses. The latest round of acquisitions highlights the duo’s continued commitment to diversifying into high-value commercial assets, further strengthening the Roshan family’s presence both within and outside the world of entertainment.

Also Read: Hrithik Roshan invests Rs 28 crores in Pecan realty’s premium yura offices in Juhu

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