The title announcement video of Shanaya Kapoor and Adarsh Gourav’s edge-of-the-seat survival thriller, Tu Yaa Main, from a year ago reeled audiences in, excited to see more. The makers today unveiled the gripping teaser, leaving fans with goosebumps and a sense of the danger that lies ahead. Tu Yaa Main teaser Taking to his official Instagram handle, Aanand L Rai shared the teaser. He captioned it, "This Valentine’s, love bites back (crocodile and heart emoji).Like for love & share for survival TuYaaMain LikeShareSurvive Valentines2026" The teaser takes audiences into the world of two content creators from completely different backgrounds who come together for a collaboration driven by curiosity, clout and chemistry. Shanaya plays an influencer known as Miss Vanity with 2.3 million followers, while Adarsh Gourav essays the role of singer Aalaa Flowpura from Nalasopara, having 6k followers. The two grow close and eventually begin dating. What starts off as a fun, high-energy adventure quickly takes a dark turn, turning into a pulse-pounding fight for survival as they come face to face with a menacing crocodile. Will they manage to escape, or will the croc turn their collaboration into a nightmare? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aanand L Rai (@aanandlrai) Blending romance, adrenaline, and danger with fresh, new-age storytelling, the Bejoy Nambiar directorial, starring Adarsh Gourav and Shanaya Kapoor, promises an experience that will turn an ordinary date into a chilling memory, making it the perfect DateFright experience for audiences seeking something beyond the usual Valentine’s watch. More about Tu Yaa Main Filmmaker Aanand L. Rai’s production house Colour Yellow has joined forces with Vinod Bhanushali’s Bhanushali Studios Limited to produce a slate of films championing fresh voices and genre-defying storytelling. The first film to be announced under this banner is Tu Yaa Main, which aims set to stretch the boundaries of how stories are told on the big screen. Previously, Aanand L Rai had shared his thoughts on the venture, saying, “With every film, we want to stretch the boundaries of what stories can feel like. Tu Yaa Main is a bold and surprising new step in that direction. I’m excited to begin this collaboration with Bhanushali Studios, who share our belief in discovering the unexpected.” The film speaks directly to today’s youth, blending raw emotion with edge-of-the-seat storytelling, and is set for release on 13 February 2026.
09 January,2026 04:28 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentA month before its theatrical release, the makers of O' Romeo unveiled the first look of Shahid Kapoor in the Vishal Bharadwaj directorial. Presented by the visionary Sajid Nadiadwala and directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, the film also stars Triptii Dimri. The film promises a unique cinematic experience. Shahid’s intense look in this first reveal hints at a character that is both menacing and quirky, showcasing the depth, drama, and passion that O’Romeo is ready to bring to the screen. Shahid Kapoor first look Shahid Kapoor looks bloody, intense, and raw in O’Romeo poster. Shahid’s intense look in this first reveal hints at a character that is both menacing and quirky, showcasing the depth, drama, and passion that O’Romeo is ready to bring to the screen. The film, helmed by Vishal Bhardwaj, promises a unique cinematic experience. The film also stars Triptii Dimri and Nana Patekar. The film will be released in theatres on February 13, 2026. Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor has once again joined forces with filmmaker-producer Vishal Bhardwaj for the film. Shahid and Vishal Bharadwaj reunion The film marks the 4th collaboration between Shahid Kapoor and the director after Kaminey, Haider, and Rangoon. Their partnership began with Kaminey where Shahid portrayed twin brothers with contrasting temperaments, one stammering and vulnerable, the other aggressive and daring. The film’s dark humor, gritty realism, and layered screenplay showcased both Vishal’s directorial depth and Shahid’s acting range, earning critical acclaim. They went on to reunite in 2014 for Haider, an adaptation of Shakespeare’s Hamlet, set against the backdrop of Kashmir’s conflict. Shahid delivered one of his career-best performances, portraying a tormented young man seeking revenge, wrestling with love, betrayal, and political turmoil. Vishal’s screenplay combined poetic symbolism with raw emotion, and Shahid’s portrayal earned him critical acclaim. The collaborations are marked by their shared commitment to complex characters and themes of moral ambiguity, grief, and psychological struggle. Vishal’s dark, layered narratives perfectly complemented Shahid’s ability to bring depth and vulnerability to intense roles. Together, they pushed mainstream cinema into exploring darker territories without compromising on entertainment value. Produced under Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, the film is set to release in Valentine’s Week on February 13, 2026. (with inputs from IANS)
09 January,2026 03:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAbdul Rauf alias Dawood Merchant, a henchman of underworld don Abu Salem who shot T-Series founder Gulshan Kumar, has died in Harsool Central Jail on Thursday. Abdul was serving a life sentence at the prison located in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar in connection with Kumar’s murder. Gulshan Kumar's killer Abdul Rauf dies Abdul Rauf reportedly died of a heart attack in prison. He was 60-years-old at the time of his death. Notably, Rauf’s health had been deteriorating over the past few days. On December 30, 2025, Rauf suffered a mild heart attack, following which he was admitted to the Government Valley Hospital in the city. Consequently, on January 4, 2026, after noticing considerable improvement in his health, he was shifted back to jail. However, according to reports, he suffered another severe heart attack and died on Thursday morning. A case of accidental death has been registered. Gulshan Kumar was shot dead by Abdul Rauf Gulshan Kumar was shot dead outside the Jeeteshwar Mahadev Temple in Andheri, on the morning of August 12, 1997. As per his daily routine, Gulshan had visited the temple to offer prayers. As he got out of his car at the temple, the attackers opened fire on him at close range. Rauf reportedly fired 16 bullets at Gulshan Kumar from close range. This led to Kumar's death on the spot. Kumar’s murder was considered more than just a business dispute. It is believed to be part of an underworld plan to create fear and exert control. Notably, during the 1990s, Mumbai’s underworld had a strong influence in the city, including the film and music industry. The T-Series boss was reportedly asked to pay a ransom, which he refused to pay. Rauf was sentenced to life imprisonment in case of Gulshan Kumar's murder in 2002. Subsequently, in 2003, he was sent to the Harsool Jail in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar. Later, Rauf was released on parole in 2009. As soon as he got out of jail, Rauf had reportedly fled. After being on the run for about eight years, evading the police, he was finally arrested by the police again in 2016-2017 and sent back to Harsool Jail.
09 January,2026 03:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentEmraan Hashmi’s cameo in The Ba***ds of Bollywood has quickly become an internet sensation, earning widespread attention and praise. Apart from igniting nostalgia and the vibe around the song Kaho Na Kaho, his stint made everyone agree that, “Akha Bollywood ek taraf, Emraan Hashmi ek taraf.” However, the cameo changed nothing for Hashmi in terms of opportunities. He claims he does not take things seriously or mull over them. Emraan Hashmi on The Ba***ds of Bollywood cameo In an interview with Galatta India, when asked if things had changed for him now in terms of opportunities, Emraan said, “Nothing has changed for me. Woh ek cheez thi, it suddenly blew up. Abhi virality ke liye pata nahi kya, kyun log suddenly, voh do din ka kaam tha (I don’t know what it is about virality these days, why people suddenly, it was just two days’ work), and it just blew up. I still don’t understand. I am still a little confused about the entire thing. I don’t take these things very seriously or mull over them.” Emraan added, “I don’t get into the seriousness of success, failure, or virality. I try to stay detached. Nothing bothers me. Bahut pehle main seekh gaya tha ki aapke haath mein kuch nahi hai aur aapko bas shiddat se kaam karna hai (I learnt a long time ago that nothing is really in your control, and all you can do is work with complete dedication) and grow as an actor.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in) Talking about Emraan, he appeared as an intimacy coordinator in the show. Raghav Juyal’s pure fanboy reaction to seeing Emraan, where he begins singing Kaho Na Kaho, went viral on social media. The series marked Aryan Khan’s directorial debut and starred Sahher Bambba, Lakshya, Bobby Deol, Mona Singh, and others. Emraan Hashmi’s upcoming movies The actor recently starred in Haq alongside Yami Gautam, which gained widespread acclaim. He will next be seen in Netflix’s Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web. The series spans key smuggling corridors across Al-Dera, Addis Ababa, Milan, and Bangkok. He is also gearing up for Awarapan 2. The film is under production and stars Disha Patani alongside him.
09 January,2026 02:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentFantasy has steadily moved from the fringes of Indian cinema to its centre stage. With audiences now seeking immersive theatrical experiences, the genre offers a compelling mix of scale, emotion, and visual storytelling that transcends language barriers. Rooted in mythology yet driven by modern imagination, fantasy has become one of the most future-facing genres for Indian filmmakers. Filmmaker and producer Suraj Singh, whose banner Blive is backing the fantasy film Rahu Ketu, sheds light on why he focuses on developing ambitious fantasy-led narratives. Producer Suraj Singh on the popularity of fantasy narratives Suraj Singh believes the timing has never been better to produce fantasy-driven films. The upcoming comedy, Rahu Ketu, starring Pulkit Samrat and Varun Sharma in lead roles, belongs to the fantasy genre, inspired by Hindu folklore and mythology. Pulkit and Varun play modern-day avatars of the celestial bodies Rahu and Ketu. According to him, Indian audiences are no longer hesitant about embracing imagined worlds—especially when they are inspired by familiar mythological and cultural references. Films like Ramayana and Naagzilla, slated for release this year, have already generated strong anticipation, reflecting the growing appetite for spectacle-driven storytelling. The year also begins on a fantasy note with Rahu Ketu, a project that has raised audience expectations early on. Sharing his perspective on why the genre is connecting so strongly today, Suraj Singh says: “Fantasy and mythology have always worked in India, but today the scale has changed. Audiences are eagerly waiting for films like Ramayana and Naagzilla because they want spectacle with emotion. Starting the year with Rahu Ketu has raised hopes for what Indian fantasy can achieve. VFX and imagination now allow us to present our stories the way we always envisioned them. When technology supports belief, audiences invest wholeheartedly.” About Rahu Ketu Rahu Ketu brings together elements of folklore, situational humour, and pointed social insight to craft an engaging cinematic experience. It is set against the backdrop of everyday chaos. Rahu Ketu's teaser was released in November 2025. The teaser is packed with astrological chaos, folklore-inspired twists and full-on entertainment. Leading the charge is Pulkit Samrat, whose dynamic screen presence anchors the teaser. Reuniting with Varun Sharma after their much-loved Fukrey outings, the two step into the modern-day avatars of Rahu and Ketu — a transformation that triggers an unpredictable chain of madness, mischief and cosmic confusion. The teaser also features intriguing glimpses of Piyush Mishra in a mystical persona and Shalini Pandey, hinting at layered characters and twists awaiting the audience. Written and directed by Vipul Vig, Rahu Ketu blends mythology with contemporary humour and is supported by a talented ensemble cast including Chunky Pandey, Amit Sial and Manurishi Chaddha. Rahu Ketu releases in cinemas on 16 January 2026.
09 January,2026 02:40 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe makers of Border 2, T-Series and JP Films, have unveiled their next song, Ishq Da Chehra, a soulful romantic melody that offers a glimpse into the emotional world of the film. Ishq Da Chehra out Rooted in love, longing, and quiet strength, the song beautifully shifts the lens from the battlefield to the hearts of the soldiers, presenting personal bonds that give them strength beyond the frontlines. Through heart-warming montages, the track reveals tender, intimate moments shared by the characters with their partners, highlighting love as a powerful anchor amidst duty and sacrifice. It is composed by the celebrated duo Sachet-Parampara, with heartfelt lyrics by Kausar Munir and sung by Diljit Dosanjh, Parampara Tandon, and Sachet Tandon. Ishq Da Chehra weaves together the stories of Sunny Deol-Mona Singh, Varun Dhawan-Medha Rana, Diljit Dosanjh-Sonam Bajwa, and Ahan Shetty-Anyaa Singh. Each pairing reflects a different shade of love that is unconditional and resilient, adding emotional depth to the larger narrative of Border 2. Border 2 is presented by Gulshan Kumar & T-Series, in association with J.P. Dutta’s J.P. Films. Backed by a powerful production team including Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, J.P. Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta, and directed by Anurag Singh. Gear up for this monumental saga of patriotism and courage, as Border 2 storms into cinemas on January 23rd, 2026. Border 2 remakes Sandese Aate Hai The original track Sandese Aate Hain from the 1997 film Border remains one of Hindi cinema's most cherished patriotic songs, symbolising love for the country. After touching millions of hearts, the iconic patriotic song returns in a new version as Ghar Kab Aaoge in Border 2, bringing the same emotion that made it timeless. Producer Nidhi Dutta called it a tribute to her father, JP Dutta, and Indian soldiers. Nidhi Dutta said the song was originally created 29 years ago by her father JP Dutta, lyricist Javed Akhtar, composer Anu Malik, and singers Sonu Nigam and Roop Kumar Rathod. She added that the new version does not attempt to alter the soul of the original song, "Today we have Re envisioned it... not to change something that's beyond perfect but to simply add more Stories of Our Soldiers & Their Families longing for them back home." Highlighting the emotional continuity of the song, Dutta said, "Same Emotions, Lyrics that Echo The Heartache of New Characters but the Same Immortal Melody."
09 January,2026 01:55 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood superstar Aamir Khan, in an old interview with Lehren TV, spoke about his experience of working with Bollywood superstar actress Madhuri Dixit. The actor was interviewed on the sets of his movie Deewana Mujhsa Nahin, where he was busy shooting with his co-star Madhuri Dixit. “Right now, I am shooting a film called Deewana Mujhsa Nahin with Madhuri Dixit. I am doing two films with Madhuri. She is very talented, very hardworking, very good-looking, and very easy to work with,” said Aamir. The actor further talking about working with actress Neelam Kothari and Juhi Chawla in his other projects, said, “Neelam is also fine. She is fun to work with and good looking. I think we make a very good pair. With Juhi, our friendship has grown a lot. We have already done one film together. In total, I have done four films with Juhi: Aatank Ki Aatank, Love Love Love, Daulat Ki Jung, and Tum Mere Ho. Talking about his look in Deewana Mujhsa Nahin, Aamir revealed, “In this film, I am wearing glasses, because my eyesight is a little weak. Jokes apart, actually, the glasses are only for the look. The look is of a very serious and honest boy. Talking about Deewana Mujhsa Nahin, the movie is a 1990 Hindi romantic drama film starring Aamir Khan and Madhuri Dixit in the lead roles. The film was directed by Y. Nageshwar Rao and produced by Ajit Parshotam under the banner of Vandana Productions. Along with Aamir Khan as Ajay Sharma and Madhuri Dixit as Anita, the film also featured actors like Satyendra Kapoor, Beena Banerjee, Deven Verma, Dinesh Hingoo, and Narendra Nath in supporting roles. Aamir and Madhuri later also starred in the superhit movie Dil. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
09 January,2026 11:12 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSSeems like second time is not quite the charm for Kapil Sharma and the makers of Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2. The film, originally released in theaters on December 12, was scheduled for a re-release on January 9. The makers chose to re-release the film as its initial theatrical run was impacted by the lack of screen availability due to the impact of Dhurandhar 2 at the box office. However, the same seems to have repeated for January 9 re-release. Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon re-release stalled Reportedly, the makers decided to hit the brakes on the re-release owing to a lack of screen availability and unfavourable show timings. These were the issues that the makers faced during the film's initial release, restricting its reach to the audience. Initially, announcing the re-release producer Ratan Jain of Venus Cinema had said, "We’re delighted to return with a film that celebrates joy, laughter, and wholesome family entertainment," emphasising the intention behind reintroducing the comedy to theatres. Audience demand and the festive New Year period were key factors in planning the re-release, aiming for a more favourable window to reach cinema-goers. More about Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 Director Goswami insists that the Kapil Sharma-starrer — also starring Manjot Singh, Hira Warina, and Tridha Choudhary — is rooted in that lineage of feel-good, family-friendly humour. But it is his leading man’s comic timing that is central to the story. “Kapil has worked so much in non-fiction that his comic timing comes naturally. He knows exactly how much the scene requires. He improvises beautifully, but he also knows when to hold back. Akshay Kumar and Govinda are great artistes in comedy, and after them, Kapil is great. When I worked with him, I saw a star in him.” Get ready to revisit the marriage mayhem as Kapil Sharma juggles not one, but four marriages in Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2. Along with Kapil, the film introduces Hira Warina, Tridha Choudhary, Parul Gulati, and Ayesha Khan, as they continue the madness with Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2, staying true to its signature mix of comedy, confusion, and chaos that made the original a fan favourite. Directed by Anukalp Goswami. Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 is set to entertain audiences once again in January 2026, release date will be announced shortly.
09 January,2026 11:08 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMusic composer Ehsaan Noorani from the superhit trio Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy recently sent fans into a wave of nostalgia after sharing a rare throwback picture straight from the composing session of the iconic song Kal Ho Naa Ho. The picture shared by Ehsaan featured himself, Shankar Mahadevan, Loy, along with the movie's director Nikhil Advani and veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar. He wrote, “The only picture that exists of shankarehsaanloy shankar.mahadevan loymendonsaofficial at the composing session for kalhonaaaho with director nikkhiladvani and jaduakhtar pity that Yash Johar Sir is not in the pic this session created history and the iconic music for the movie. karanjohar dharmamovies sonunigamofficial bollywoodsongsdaily bollywoodsongs.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shankar Ehsaan Loy (@shankarehsaanloy) According to the caption, the photo was taken during a late-night music session in 2003 inside a studio in Mumbai. Ehsaan Noorani also regretted that producer Yash Johar was not present in the particular frame, though he was the driving force behind the film's creation. For the uninitiated, the song Kal Ho Naa Ho featured in the 2003 Bollywood movie of the same name, directed by Nikhil Advani and produced by Yash Johar under Dharma Productions. The movie starred Shah Rukh Khan, Saif Ali Khan and Preity Zinta in the lead and also featured a fine cast like Jaya Bachchan, Sushma Seth, Reema Lagoo, Delnaaz Irani, Lilette Dubey, Ketki Dave, Simone Singh (special appearance), and others in supporting roles. The title track was sung by Sonu Nigam, composed by Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy, and written by Javed Akhtar. Talking about the movie Kal Ho Naa Ho released on November 28, 2003, and performed exceptionally well at the box office, earning both commercial success and critical praise. The movie also starred Sonali Bendre and Sanjay Kapoor in cameos. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
09 January,2026 10:47 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSNidhhi Agerwal faced a scary situation last month after she was mobbed at a promotional event for her latest film, The Raja Saab, at a mall in Hyderabad. Several videos of the actress getting uncomfortable surfaced online, attracting a lot of criticism towards the security arrangements. Nidhhi has now finally addressed the incident, adding that she wants to talk about it later on. Nidhhi Agerwal's mobbing incident The incident took place at Lulu Mall in Hyderabad during a song launch event of the Prabhas-starrer, The Raja Saab. Clips circulated online from the event showed the actor trying to make her way to her car through a packed and unruly crowd. In the clip, the actress appeared visibly uncomfortable as a large number of men surrounded her. The videos also showed that some members of the crowd even tried touch her despite security personnel trying to clear a path. The footage triggered widespread criticism from within the film industry. Many questioned the lack of adequate security arrangements and expressed support for the actor. Consequently, a case was registered in Hyderabad against the management of Lulu Mall as well as the event organisers. Police officials told PTI that a case was registered against the management of the mall and organisers for hosting the event without prior permission. “A celebrity was invited, and the event was organised without obtaining permission. Hence, a case has been registered,” an official at the KPHB police station told the news agency. Nidhhi Agerwal reacts Now Nidhhi has finally addressed the incident after about a month. Nidhhi told PTI, “Well, it was an unfortunate incident that took place that day." She further added that while she has a lot to say about what happened, she thinks it is important to speak at the right moment. “I have so much to say about that incident, but I feel like I want to speak at the right time because it’s a very sensitive topic, and anything I say can be taken out of context by people who are reading stuff and all of that. So I will talk about it, but in some time," she added. Nidhhi is currently seen in The RajaSaab, a horror comedy headlined by Prabhas. Directed by Maruthi, the film hit the screens on January 9, 2025. The film also stars Sanjay Dutt, Malavika Mohanan, Riddhi Kumar, Boman Irani and Zarina Wahab in pivotal roles.
09 January,2026 10:41 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Vivaan Shah, son of veteran actors Naseeruddin Shah and Ratna Pathak Shah, admitted to being typecast due to his youthful appearance. However, Ikkis marked a turning point for him, as he felt he had finally shed the tag of typecasting by playing an army officer in Sriram Raghavan's latest release. Speaking with ANI, Vivaan described Ikkis as an important film of his career. "Ikkis is a very important film of my life... It was challenging, too, because I had never played such a role before. Because of my appearance, I don't often get roles like an army officer or a police inspector. I look quite young and don't naturally fit the image of a tough guy. So for this film, I had to undergo a transformation, and through that process, I learned a lot," he expressed. "There is a lot of gratitude as people are liking the film so much. So happy to know that Ikkis has touched so many hearts," Vivaan added. Directed by Sriram Raghavan, Ikkis is a war biopic based on Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, the youngest recipient of the Param Vir Chakra. The film also stars Agastya Nanda, Jaideep Ahlawat, Suhasini Mulay, Sikander Kher, and Rahul Dev. It was released on January 1, 2026. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
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