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Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has opened to positive reviews and is expected to perform well at the box office despite clash with another Diwali release, Singham Again. While Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 bring a blend of horror-comedy to audiences while Singham Againa promises a mix of action and family entertainment. Analysts and exhibitors are optimistic on both the franchise films, especially given the star-studded casts and established fan bases of both movies, making them highly anticipated festival releases.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. For Dhaval Gandhi, a devoted Game of Thrones fan, visiting Croatia to see the show's filming locations had long been on his bucket list. When his six-year-old’s summer break arrived, he seized the chance to make the dream trip a reality.

Bandra West assembly seat, comprising an area with plush houses of some of Bollywood's top film stars as well as localities from Santacruz and Khar, was a Congress stronghold till 2014 before the BJP wrested it through its city unit chief and high-profile leader Ashish Shelar. Shelar, seeking a third win on the trot, is pitted against the Congress' Asif Zakaria, who was defeated by the former in 2019 by a margin of 26,507 votes. Bandra West assembly seat has 2,87,657 voters, comprising 1,49,443 men and 1,38,204 women. It has some of the poshest houses in the city, mainly in Bandra West and Khar, as well as teeming slum colonies apart from middle class localities of Santacruz. The area sees a steady stream of visitors all through the year as people from across the country arrive to catch a glimpse of film icons Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan.

Titanic", is set to take on a role that could very well define his career: portraying the legendary Marlon Brando of The Godfather fame in the upcoming biopic "Waltzing With Brando." As Billy Zane's looks from the film come online, netizens cannot help but marvel at Zane's transformation into Brando, with many noting how strikingly he resembles the iconic actor. Many netizens just by seeing the first few pics have suggested that the film could win an Oscars. This film delves into a significant chapter of Brando's life, particularly focusing on his ambitious project of establishing an ecologically sustainable retreat on the remote Tahitian island of Tetiaroa. The film is scheduled to make its world premiere at the Torino Film Festival in Italy, running from November 22-30, and will serve as the festival's closing film.

The Buckingham Murders will be released on Netflix soon. The crime thriller directed by Hansal Mehta, which had a theatrical release on September 13, is scheduled to have its OTT debut in November, according to What's on Netflix. The movie will premiere on Netflix in the first week of November. Here's everything you need to know about the whodunit mystery.

Malaysia's High Court has ordered imprisoned former Prime Minister Najib Razak to enter a defense in his second corruption trial over the multibillion-dollar looting of the 1MDB state investment fund

Deadpool & Wolverine. The film, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, will be available for streaming on November 12. The release was confirmed through a Marvel sizzle reel.

Apple Original Films has announced the sequel to its 2023 action-comedy The Family Plan. Mark Wahlberg and Michelle Monaghan will return, reprising their roles in the successful film alongside original cast members.

SS Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu now going to be a reality? A recent Instagram post from auteur Rajamouli has made fans think that the ‘RRR’ director and the superstar may be finally coming together for a project! Although a film tentatively titled ‘SSMB 29’ was announced several months ago, the details have been kept under wraps. Lately, SS Rajamouli’s son, SS Karthikeya, has been posting intriguing snippets on Instagram that have stirred up curiosity about their upcoming film. While Karthikeya has kept the specifics a mystery, excitement escalated today when SS Rajamouli himself shared a photo that delighted Mahesh Babu’s fans. Rajamouli’s latest Instagram post shows him on Kenya’s sprawling savanna, surrounded by zebras—a breathtaking location-scouting image that has fans flooding the comments, eagerly demanding more news about the film. This high-budget project, produced by KL Narayana of Durga Arts, is expected to feature a stellar cast and technical crew, with Keeravaani composing the music and Vijayendra Prasad penning the script. As anticipation builds, fans are waiting for more details on the much-hyped SSMB29.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. New Delhi: Filmmakers are increasingly signing pacts to release films on streaming platforms before they hit the theatres, as they seek to de-risk their projects at a time audiences have soured on movie-going. Producers have also faced criticism for mentioning the streaming partner in the marketing and publicity of the said film, which many say, takes away from the need to go to the cinemas as the movie would soon be available for home-viewing.

‘Stree 2’ producers Maddock Films have now announced their next project. However, their next movie, which stars ‘Animal’ star Rashmika Mandana and ‘Dream Girl’ actor Ayushmann Khurrana, would be a supernatural romance rather than a horror comedy like the ‘Stree’ franchise. The new film titled Thama was announced on Wednesday, October 30. Actors Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, known for Stree 2, took to Instagram to share their enthusiasm, stating it’s «going to be epic.» Varun Dhawan, famous for his role in Bhediya, also welcomed Thama, humorously warning her to watch out for Bhediya. Rao posted the movie announcement video on his Instagram stories, saying, "#THAMA is going to be epic. Congratulations to #DineshVijan and @amarkaushik, brothers. Shoutout to @ayushmannk bhai @rashmika_mandanna @pareshrawalofficial sir @nawazuddin.__siddiqui @maddockfilms."

Karnataka forest minister Eshwar Khandre has directed strict disciplinary action against officials involved in permitting the felling of trees on forest land for the filming of the Kannada movie «Toxic». The movie, starring KGF star Yash, was being shot on a set erected within a forested area in Peenya, Bengaluru.

Robert Downey Jr. doesn’t think Marvel executives would ever recreate his portrayal of Tony Stark using artificial intelligence

Malayalam film editor Nishad Yusuf, aged 43, was discovered dead at his residence in Panampilly Nagar, Kochi, around 2 a.m. on Wednesday, news reports said. His sudden demise has sent shockwaves across the film industry, leaving fans and colleagues in grief. Nishad Yusuf had built an impressive career, earning acclaim for his editorial work on notable films like Thallumaala and Unda. His exceptional editing skills in Thallumaala earned him a prestigious State Award. Recently, he had worked on high-profile projects including Mammootty’s Bazooka and Suriya’s upcoming film Kanguva, scheduled to release on November 14. He was also involved in several other projects, including Operation Java, Saudi Vellakka, One, Chaveer, Ramachandra Boss & Co, Udal, Adios Amigo, Alangam, Exit, and One Thousand Lies.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Serum Institute of India CEO Adar Poonawalla's decision to buy a 50% stake in Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions and Dharmatic Entertainment for ₹1,000 crore could prompt more non-film conglomerates to invest in movie production houses at a time when they are struggling with dwindling revenues from theatrical, satellite and digital sales, industry experts said.

Nick Offerman has signed on to star in Margo’s Got Money Troubles, a new Apple TV+ series that already includes a notable cast of Elle Fanning, Nicole Kidman and Michelle Pfeiffer. The show, based on Rufi Thorpe’s novel, highlights a young mother’s financial struggles in unique circumstances.

Dave Bautista, Steven Yeun and Zoë Kravitz will star in Alpha Gang. It is a new alien invasion comedy from the Zellner brothers, known for their work on Sasquatch Sunset. The film is being marketed at the American Film Market (AFM).

Pamela Anderson, the iconic star known for her role in Baywatch, has been making headlines this year, especially following her acclaimed performance in The Last Showgirl. As the awards season approaches, Anderson is not only garnering attention for her acting but is also set to host a new cooking show on HGTV Canada titled Pamela’s Cooking With Love. This new venture follows the successful run of her earlier series, Pamela’s Garden of Eden, which returned for its second season in October 2023.

Johnny Depp and Penélope Cruz will star together in Lionsgate’s upcoming film Day Drinker, an action thriller directed by Marc Webb. This project will bring the actors back to the big screen together.

Jennifer Lopez's revenge look for the Unstoppable premiere may be a clear message to her ex, Ben Affleck. Many Bennifer 2.0 fans are upset that Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez have split up for the second time and they are now avoiding each other on the red carpet. In fact, Lopez recently made a surprise appearance in one of her and Affleck's most recent films, Unstoppable, and it's clearly a revenge look, as quoted in a report by She Knows. Lopez looked stunning on October 26 when she attended the 2024 AFI Fest Unstoppable Photo Call by herself. In the photos, Lopez looks stunning in a light, summery Numero Ventuno look that accentuates her mile-long legs. She received a stylish new set of nude nails from Tom Bachik, was styled by Mariel Haenn and Rob Zangardi, and wore accessories from Strathberry.