After tickling audiences in cinemas with its madcap humour and nostalgic charm, Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain – Fun on the Run is now set for its world digital premiere on ZEE5 on April 3, 2026. The comedy-drama, which released in theatres in February, brings the beloved characters of the iconic sitcom into a chaotic yet entertaining feature-film adventure. Directed by Shashank Bali, the film features the original ensemble cast—Aasif Sheikh, Rohitashv Gour, Shubhangi Atre, and Vidisha Srivastava—along with Ravi Kishan and Mukesh Tiwari in pivotal special appearances. About Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain A feature-length adaptation of the long-running sitcom Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain, the movie reintroduces viewers to Aasif Sheikh and Rohitashv Gour as Vibhuti Narayan Mishra and Manmohan Tiwari, respectively. Staying true to their beloved on-screen personas, both characters once again scheme hilariously to stay close to each other’s wives, using their trademark excuses and comedic charm. In this outing, the film transports Vibhuti, Tiwari, Anita, and Angoori Bhabhi from their familiar lanes of Kanpur to a whirlwind road trip that quickly spirals out of control. Their seemingly innocent getaway takes a dangerous and humorous turn when they cross paths with gangster brothers Shanti and Kranti—played by Ravi Kishan and Mukesh Tiwari—who become obsessed with Anita and Angoori, triggering a frantic chase filled with confusion, disguises, and unexpected twists. Staying true to the show’s signature humour, the film blends romance, slapstick, situational comedy, and even playful horror elements, creating a multi-genre entertainer for fans of all ages. It also plays heavily on nostalgia by weaving in iconic catchphrases like “Bhabhiji Ghar Par Hai?” and “Sahi Pakde Hain!”, instantly reconnecting fans with the charm of the original series. The cast speak Aasif Sheikh said, “Tiwari Ji’s world has always been full of hilarious insecurity and over-the-top confidence, and the film magnifies those traits beautifully. What excited me most was how the movie retains the Tiwari–Vibhuti rivalry but presents it with fresh scale and situations. For fans, this OTT release is a chance to experience that nostalgic chemistry in a brand-new setting. I’m thrilled that the madness will now reach households nationwide on ZEE5.” Rohitashv Gour said , “Playing Manmohan Tiwari for so many years has been a privilege, but seeing him on the big screen felt like a milestone not just for me, but for every fan who has grown up with the character. The film allowed us to explore his quirks in a larger-than-life format, and that was incredibly satisfying as an actor. I think viewers will enjoy how his charm and mischief translate cinematically. Now, with the ZEE5 premiere, audiences everywhere can relive that madness from the comfort of their homes.” Shubhangi Atre said, “Stepping into Angoori’s innocence on a cinematic canvas gave me the space to explore her charm in new, delightful ways. The film brings back the heart of the character while adding adventurous layers audiences haven’t seen before. For long-time viewers, it’s a sweet throwback to when they first fell in love with her simplicity and warmth. With the ZEE5 premiere, I’m excited for families to enjoy this fun, wholesome nostalgia trip together.” Stream Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain – Fun on the Run from 3rd April exclusively on Hindi ZEE5
25 March,2026 11:40 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe director of KD: The Devil, Prem, has addressed the backlash and controversy surrounding the song Sarke Chunar from the film. He revealed that while he wrote the Kannada lyrics of the song, he didn't fully understand the Hindi version. He also stated how at a time when important issues like the Iran-Israel-US war and LPG shortage, there's no need to turn song into a controversy. Prem breaks his silence on Sarke Chunar row During an interview with Hindustan Times, Prem reacted to speculation that the outrage and controversy were a publicity stunt for the film. He dismissed the claim, saying, “I don’t want any controversy. Mine is an emotional film, and the song is meant to be something people dance to at parties. It’s been well received in Karnataka and Kerala. Why would I want controversy?” Further talking about the lyrics of the song, Prem explains that while he wrote the original Kannada lyrics, the Hindi version was translated by lyricist Raqueeb Alam. He confessed that he was unaware of the specific words that later drew criticism. “Everything went smoothly with the Kannada original. I didn’t understand the Hindi words used in translation, as I am not fluent in the language. I come from a village where phrases like ‘neeche mat gira, uthao’ are part of everyday speech, it’s Janapada,” he shared. The filmmaker says the contentious lines have now been changed and the updated version will be sent to the Censor Board soon. He also expressed regret, saying, “If anyone is hurt, I am very sorry. Our big film faced a small lyrics issue, but it has been blown out of proportion. There are so many larger problems in the world, war hai, LPG gas ki problem hai toh kyun ek gaane pe itni badi controversy kar di?” About the Sarke Chunar controversy The song Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke, featuring Sanjay Dutt and Nora Fatehi, sparked a controversy for its objectionable lyrics and choreography. The backlash led to the removal of the song from YouTube and other streaming platforms. It even backfired as a reported fatwa was issued against Nora. On the other hand, the National Commission for Women had also issued summons to Nora and Sanjay in connection with the controversy by taking a suo motu cognisance of the issue. Meanwhile, Nora Fatehi addressed the row, saying she had no idea about the Hindi version and had not allowed permission for her image to be used in it.
25 March,2026 11:20 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAfter several celebrities heaped praise on Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar: The Revenge, Ameesha Patel has now shared her view about the film. She reacted to the box office success of the film, taking a sharp dig at the industry. The actor called the film an “eye opener" and urged filmmakers to focus on making films rather than “projects". Ameesha Patel on Dhurandhar 2 Ameesha took to her X account on Tuesday evening to share her review of the film. She wrote, “Eye opener. Industry Praising DHURANDHAR is wow and the brand deserves all the accolades (applause emoticons) industry needs to realise that ADITYA made a film and not a project, casted actors and not instagrammars who trend at parties. Stop making projects and start making films." (sic) Eye opener 👌Industry Praising DHURANDHAR is wow and the brand deserves all the accolades 👏👏industry needs to realise that ADITYA made a film and not a project,,casted actors and not instagrammars who trend at parties 👍stop making projects and and start making films👍 — ameesha patel (@ameesha_patel) March 24, 2026 The spy thriller directed by Aditya Dhar and led by Ranveer Singh, has been dominating the box office and drawing significant attention from people across the film industry. Several stars, including Alia Bhatt, Kangana Ranaut, Allu Arjun, and Mahesh Babu, have already praised the film after its release. Rajinikanth took to social media on Monday to call Dhar the “Box Office-ka Baap" and said that the Ranveer Singh-starrer a ‘must-watch’ film for every Indian. An overwhelmed Aditya Dhar responded to the superstar, describing this recognition as a blessing from the very star who, has long defined entertainment for entire generations. Dhurandhar 2 is shaping up to be one of the biggest box office successes in recent times. The film has shattered records and is being widely discussed. Several prominent names from the Bollywood to the South film industry are publicly endorsing the film, giving it a strong cross-industry push. Dhurandhar 2 casting Apart from the scale and execution, one of the key talking points surrounding Dhurandhar 2 has been its casting. The film stars a mix of established stars and lesser-known actors, a commendable cast brought together by casting director Mukesh Chhabra. Alongside Ranveer Singh, the film also features Arjun Rampal, R Madhavan, Sara Arjun and Akshaye Khanna in prominent roles, along with a wide range of supporting actors such as Danish Pandor, Rakesh Bedi, Mustafa Ahmed, Gaurav Gera, Manav Gohil, Naveen Kaushik, Udaybir Sandhu and Danish Iqbal.
25 March,2026 10:50 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentPakistani actor-singer Ali Zafar recently reacted to online criticism over his Eid outfit by issuing a sarcastic apology that is now going viral across social media platforms. Ali was criticised by several users online for wearing a see-through kurta without an undershirt during Eid celebrations. The Mere Brother ki Gulhan actor has now addressed the backlash in his signature witty style. Ali Zafar issues an apology Taking to social media, Ali Zafar wrote, “I want to apologise to the nation for wearing a kurta without an undershirt and for performing the very serious act of watering plants while dressed in a traditional ajrak and dhoti on Eid.” Clearly laced with sarcasm, Ali's statement acknowledged the scale of the online reaction. Zafar further joked how the matter has become “one of the most important national and global issues affecting everyone’s lives in recent days.” He further assured fans that he would make an effort not to repeat the “grave mistake” while thanking people for pointing it out. "I understand this has been one of the most pressing national and global issues affecting everyone's lives lately, and I will do my best never to repeat this grave mistake again. Thank you for your attention to this matter," he posted. Ali Zafar's career in India Although Zafar’s official Instagram account is currently not accessible in India, screenshots of his message have been circulated and shared by fans. The Instagram and other social media accounts of Pakistani celebrities have been restricted in India. These restrictions came in the wake of heightened tensions between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack in April 2025, in which 26 innocent people were killed by Pakistani terrorists. Despite the current situation, Ali Zafar is a familiar face to Indian audiences. He has featured in notable and popular Bollywood films. He made his Bollywood debut with Tere Bin Laden, a satirical comedy that earned him recognition. Later, he was seen in a charming role in Mere Brother Ki Dulhan alongside Imran Khan and Katrina Kaif. He was also seen in films like Chashme Baddoor, Total Siyapaa, Kill Dil, and Dear Zindagi, among others.
25 March,2026 10:24 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood fashionista Sonam Kapoor penned a heartfelt birthday note for her mother Sunita Kapoor, expressing deep love and saying she carries her presence with her in everything she does. Sonam took to Instagram, where she shared a collection of pictures featuring her mother and her siblings. The actress celebrated her mother’s grace, strength, and unconditional love in the note she shared, describing her as “rare” and highlighting her distinctive green eyes. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sonam A Kapoor (@sonamkapoor) Sonam wrote in the caption: “My mother is so rare, even her eyes are green. Grace, strength, and love, you are everything. You’ve held us together with so much warmth and quiet power, and I carry you with me in everything I do. The best mama in the world, always. Happy Birthday. kapoor.sunita.” It was in 1984, when actor Anil Kapoor married Sunita Bhavnani, a costume designer with whom he has two daughters and a son. Their elder daughter is Sonam and their younger daughter Rhea Kapoor is a film producer while their son Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor. Talking about the actress, she is all set to welcome her second bundle of joy with her husband Anand Ahuja. The two already are parents to son Vayu. Sonam tied the knot with businessman Anand Ahuja in a grand wedding ceremony in May 2018, after being in a relationship for several years. The couple welcomed their first child, a baby boy, whom they named Vayu, in August 2022. On the acting front, the actress was last seen in the film Blind in 2023. The crime thriller was directed by Shome Makhija. It also stars Purab Kohli, Vinay Pathak and Lillete Dubey in supporting roles. Blind, a remake of the 2011 Korean film of the same name, centres around a blind police officer in search of a serial killer. 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
25 March,2026 10:18 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSThe Dooron Dooron fame singer Paresh Pahuja described his upcoming tour Love Notes as a deeply "personal project" which aims to create an emotional connection with his listeners. Actor and musician Paresh Pahuja is all set to take his music on the road with his much-awaited Love Notes Tour that will begin from Delhi NCR and conclude in Mumbai on April 18. The first show will take place on March 27. Pahuja, who came to the limelight with his role in Bandish Bandits Season 2, expressed his gratitude for the love he received for the song Dooron Dooron, saying that his upcoming tour is a way to give back the love and create unforgettable experiences for his fans. Speaking about the tour, Paresh shares, "Love Notes is very personal to me. It's about creating a space where people can feel something real. The love that I've received for my music, especially for Dooron Dooron, has been truly special and very humbling. Taking these songs to different cities and performing them live, seeing people sing along and connect with them in their own way, that's something I'm really looking forward to. This tour is my way of giving that love back and creating moments that stay with people long after the music fades," as quoted in a press note shared by the makers. Here are the key dates and cities for Leg 1 of the tour. Love Notes Tour -- Leg 1 March 27--Delhi NCR April 3--Bengaluru April 12--Pune April 18--Mumbai With Love Notes, Paresh Pahuja invites audiences to be part of something more than just a performance, an experience rooted in emotion, connection and the simple joy of music, brought alive on stage, as per the press note. 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
25 March,2026 10:14 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIVeteran filmmaker Priyadarshan, celebrated for crafting some of Bollywood’s finest comedies, says he does not laugh at his own films. The director, in an exclusive conversation with IANS, admitted that making comedy has been one of the most challenging aspects of his career. “I have suffered a lot making comedy films. When I rewatch my own films that have become huge hits, I just don't feel like laughing,” Priyadarshan said in an exclusive conversation with IANS. He added that audience reactions in theatres reassure him about the impact of his work. “But in the theatre I see the response and the impact it had created on the audience.” I feel you can't watch the same scene for ten times. But there are people watching it twenty times, thirty times.” Calling comedy one of the most difficult genres, he said, “This is the most difficult thing. Every time I get shivers when I try humour and horror or humour with thrill. I mean it's very, very difficult. I can say that for sure.” The Bhool Bhulaiyaa director concluded on a reflective note, quipping that he may have to step away from the genre. “I have to stop this business soon. I have decided,” he said. The ace filmmaker is now gearing up for his upcoming project Bhoot Bangla, which marks his reunion with actor Akshay Kumar after many years. The film also stars Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Wamiqa Gabbi and late veteran star Asrani in key roles. The movie is expected to bring back Priyadarshan’s signature blend of comedy and chaos. The much-anticipated film is slated for release on the 10th of April 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
25 March,2026 10:08 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSActor Harshvardhan Rane took a moment to reflect on his journey from being a delivery boy, who was a fan of John Abraham, to now finally getting the opportunity to work with him in his next Force 3. Harshvardhan took to his social media account and penned his experience of collaborating with the "World best producer" John Abraham in his own words. His latest post on Instagram read, "Working for the worlds best producer thejohnabraham …from being a delivery boy, his fan and now to be on his set!…to all the delivery boys who dream (sic)". View this post on Instagram A post shared by Harshvardhan Rane (@harshvardhanrane) The Sanam Teri Kasam actor looked back on how his time as a delivery boy prepared him for anything life throws at him by teaching him valuable traits, such as patience, hunger, and resilience. "The rough streets will make you tough, the unreasonable delivery time will discipline you, the heat will test your patience, the rain will challenge your spirits, and the long riding hours will question your limits. You’re not just delivering orders, you’re building patience, hunger, and resilience!" he went on to add. Recently, Harshvardhan revealed that he has gone on a weight gain journey for an action sequence of Force 3, which is expected to be shot soon. He stated that he weighed 81 kg at the time of shooting Sanam Teri Kasam and Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat. However, he was asked to increase his weight to 92 for his next. Harshvardhan shared that his weight is 90 kg right now, and he has only 2 kilos left to reach his goal weight. "Was 81 kg in STK and Deewaniyat, For #Force3 i was asked to be approx 92, reached 90 kg as of today, 2 more kg to go for the action scenes next month as the roles physical requirement," he wrote on the photo-sharing app. 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
25 March,2026 10:03 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSActress Ananya Panday offered prayers at Nageshwar Jyotirlinga. On Tuesday, she took to her official Instagram account and treated the netizens with glimpses from her recent religious visit. The CTRL actress was seen taking the blessing of Lord Shiva, posing in a simple ethnic attire in a sans makeup look. We could also see a chandan tilak on her forehead. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ananya 🌙 (@ananyapanday) Ananya was accompanied by her mother, Bhavana Pandey, during her trip to Nageshwar. "Nageshwar (red heart emoji) Dwarkadish (red heart emoji) on namah shivay (Sparkes, folded hands, moon, red heart, evil eye, and Trishul emoji)," the caption on the post read. Ananya's mother, Bhavana, reacted to the post with red heart and folded hands emojis. Nageshwar is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Located in Dwarka, it is one of the legendary temples mentioned in the Shiva Purana. It is also one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. Ananya keeps on sharing her religious side on social media through her various posts. In January, she was seen performing ‘Gau Seva’ during her visit to a Lord Shiva temple. She took to her social media handle and dropped a couple of pictures of some lovely moments of devotion and compassion. In one of the stills, Ananya was seated inside a temple, dressed in a yellow traditional outfit. We saw the Kesari: Chapter 2 actress holding a coconut in her hands as she offered prayers. In another photograph, Ananya was seen doing Gau Seva. She fed grass and fodder to cows at a cowshed. The album further captured a Shiva statue. In another picture, a dog was seen resting calmly on a bench. Ananya added the caption to the post, “Om Namaha Parvate Pataye Har Har Mahadev”, accompanied by a trishul emoticon. 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
25 March,2026 09:56 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSModel and actress Athiya Shetty and cricketer KL Rahul's little bundle of joy, Evaarah, turned one year old on Tuesday. Celebrating her special day, the couple thanked the little one for choosing them to be her parents. "Happy 1st birthday, my jaana (white heart emoji) Thank you for choosing us, we love you beyond words and beyond worlds. (sic)," they shared in a joint social media post. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Athiya Shetty (@athiyashetty) The post further included a couple of glimpses from the 1st birthday celebration of Evaarah. In the primary pic, Athiya was seen holding her daughter high up in the air, with a massive smile visible on her face. Next was a photo of the little one's hand next to her appetizing birthday cake. After this, Athiya uploaded a picture of two animal-themed cakes, signifying the little munchkin's love for wildlife. Last in the album was a snap of Evaarah holding her father's finger with her little hands. It must be noted that the couple has not revealed their daughter's face even after a year of welcoming her into this world. Athiya's actor brother, Ahan Shetty, also uploaded a picture with his niece on Insta Stories and wrote, "I year already ?!? Happy Birthday my Evuuu (sic)." For the unversed, Athiya and Rahul started dating back in 2019. After being in a relationship for some time, they finally tied the knot on January 23, 2023. The ceremony took place at Athiya's father, Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty's, farmhouse in Khandala. Athiya and Rahul welcomed their first child, a baby girl, on 24 March 2025. Talking about Athiya's career in Bollywood, she made her acting debut in 2015 with the romantic entertainer Hero. In her first project, she shared the screen with Sooraj Pancholi. After this, Athiya was seen as one of the female leads in the romantic comedy Mubarakan in 2017, followed by another laughter ride, Motichoor Chaknachoor in 2019, co-starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui. However, following this, Athiya decided to quit acting. 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
25 March,2026 09:50 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSBollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan, who was last seen in War 2, recently had a tete-a-tete with actor Ryan Gosling. He threw the idea to the Hollywood star, asking him to hang out together with the alien characters of Rocky and Jaadu. The actor spoke during the promotions of Ryan Gosling’s upcoming film Project Hail Mary, and heaped praise on the film which is adapted for the screen from the eponymous novel by Andy Weir. During the conversation the Bollywood superstar told Ryan, “You have Rocky and I have Jaadu. We'll hang at Churchgate of Bandra. That sounds great. By the way I just met Rocky. I met him and I taught him some of our On behalf of all your fans here in India, namaste and we are really looking forward to your film. Thank you so much. I hear you've read the book. Oh my god, I read the book and it's incredible”. He further mentioned, “I actually read the book and then I saw the trailer. Then I made an Instagram post about it and I said that it's the best sci-fi book I've ever read in my life. The movie better live up to it. That was the second thing I said. No pressure. The third thing I said was that Ryan acts and embodies the part unbelievably well”. Hrithik then spoke about the scene from Project Hail Mary which stayed with him. He shared, “There is this one scene where they're forcing you to go to space and you just don't want to go. On the page it's said that he tears up and I caught myself thinking as an actor I was like how would an actor play that? Would I actually cry or would I hold it in? What's going to be the sweet spot? I was wondering, did you have a thought while approaching that scene?”. Responding to the same, Ryan said, “You know it was interesting that was one of the last you know we shot so it took five years to make the film and then I was like a hundred days alone on camera. It was one of the most difficult films I've ever made and probably will ever make. Took a bigger chunk out of me than any movie I've ever done”. “So I was so broken down by the whole process of making this that I was just shattered anyway in that scene. And then I'm acting opposite Sandra Huler who is one of the greatest actors alive. She played it with such beautiful emotion you know there wasn't a harshness to it. There was so much pure emotion in the way that she played it that it just wrecked me. I didn't have to act”, he added. 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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