Bollywood actor Imran Khan, who has been on a long hiatus and away from the spotlight, is currently in the news ahead of his comeback. One of his renowned films includes Vishal Bhardwaj’s Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola. Reflecting on the film’s lukewarm response, Imran recalls how the filmmaker cast him for a dishonest reason. He went on to reveal that Ajay Devgn was the first choice for the film. Imran Khan on his casting in Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola Speaking on Unfiltered by Samdish, Imran said, “I did a film called Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola. The idea of casting me as a Haryanvi villager is very left-field casting. It was only in the aftermath that I understood how the film came about. Ajay Devgn was originally attached to the film, and they had started preparations." “Somewhere during that stage, he backed out. Vishal was very excited about the project as it was a passion project for him. I was coming off a couple of hits like Delhi Belly and Mere Brother Ki Dulhan, so he cast me not because I was the perfect actor for the part, but because with me attached, he could get a certain budget to make the film,” he said. The actor added, “The approach to casting is all based on budget. It has nothing to do with the actor. Nobody cares whether you’re the right actor for the role. They’re just thinking, ‘How much money can I get with him?’ That’s how I ended up being cast in Matru. On my back, they could get an X amount of money. As an actor, you get excited thinking, ‘Vishal Bhardwaj is calling me.’ It feels daunting and challenging, but you think you’ll give it your best. I believe he cast me for a dishonest reason, not a truthful creative one. He never said anything beyond ‘action’ and ‘cut’ to me.” About Imran Khan’s comeback Imran has not acted in any project since the 2015 film Katti Batti. He is all set to make a comeback with a Netflix film, directed by Danish Aslam. It is going to be a rom-com with Bhumi Pednekar. Talking about the project, Imran told HT City, "It's just the film we should make 15 years later. This is very much a personal project that came from the creative urge of wanting to tell a story and working with dear friends. The shoot is complete, and it's in post-production. We are looking at releasing it once the streaming platform decides on the date."
27 December,2025 08:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood's very own Bhaijaan Salman Khan is celebrating his 60th birthday today. The superstar celebrated his birthday with close friends and family members at his Panvel farmhouse. Just like every year, his fans are going berserk to catch a glimpse of their favourite star and have gathered outside his residence. However, the security is tightened and fans are not allowed to go near his residence. Security beefed up around Salman Khan’s residence As per reports, the whole Bandstand is shut down for public and security is heightened. A police officer said that they have orders from above to not let public go to bandstand or the bandra fort from 5 pm. No end time. Fans are not being allowed to go near Galaxy. This also comes in the wake of death threats actor has been receiving. Battle of Galwan teaser unveiled on birthday The teaser of Salman Khan's upcoming film Battle of Galwan has been unveiled on the occasion of 'Bhaijaan's' birthday. The film is based on the Galwan Valley clash between India and China in 2020, where 20 Indian soldiers lost their lives. Actor Chitrangda Singh has been paired opposite Salman in the film. Taking to his Instagram account on Saturday, Salman Khan shared the teaser for the film. The teaser shows Salman playing an Indian Army officer. The teaser shows him in a serious and restrained look. The visuals show rough terrain, cold weather, and close combat scenes, giving a glimpse of the challenges faced by soldiers at high altitude. A bash has been hosted at his Panvel farmhouse on the occasion of his birthday. Several well-known personalities from the film industry attended the celebration, including Bollywood stars Karisma Kapoor, Sanjay Dutt, Mahesh Manjrekar, Huma Qureshi, Tabu, Rakul Preet Singh, Jackky Bhagnani, and Anup Soni.Also seen arriving were Aditya Roy Kapur, Pulkit Samrat, Zaheer Iqbal, Varun Sharma, Sangeeta Bijlani, Huma Qureshi and Juhi Babbar. Producers Nikhil Dwivedi and composer Sajid Ali were also spotted at the venue. Randeep Hooda arrived with his wife, Lin Laishram.Salman stepped out for a brief moment to cut a cake with paparazzi, amidst heavy security around him. Salman's parents, Salim Khan and Salma Khan, arrived at the venue. His sister, Arpita Khan Sharma, and her husband, Aayush Sharma, were also seen joining the celebrations.
27 December,2025 08:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentFilmmaker Vikram Bhatt and his wife, Shwetambari Bhatt, were taken into custody after a complaint was filed against them by a Udaipur-based doctor, alleging that he was defrauded of crores by the director on the pretext of making a film. The couple had earlier pleaded for bail on medical grounds; however, it was denied. The couple again tried for the same, and as per reports, their bail application has been rejected for the second time. Vikram Bhatt’s wife Shwetambari denied bail in fraud case As per reports in Bollywood Hungama, in a major development in the Rs 30-crore fraud case involving filmmaker Vikram Bhatt, a court in Udaipur on December 24 rejected the bail applications of Bhatt and his wife, Shwetambari Bhatt. This marks the second time that the court has turned down their plea for bail, citing the need for further investigation in the matter. According to court observations, the probe is still at a crucial stage, with the possibility of more arrests and interrogations. Given the seriousness of the allegations and the ongoing investigation, the court held that granting bail at this juncture would not be appropriate. About the fraud case An FIR for a Rs 30-crore fraud was registered in Udaipur about 20 days earlier against eight people, including Vikram Bhatt and Shwetambari Bhatt. The complaint claimed that the couple had lured Dr Murdia with a promise of Rs 200-crore earnings. The investigation is currently being handled by the Bhopalpura police. The couple was taken into custody from their Mumbai residence on December 7, following which they were taken to Udaipur. Vikram Bhatt responded to the FIR, saying that the police are being misled. The filmmaker told ANI, “I came to know today that there has been an FIR. I think it came on a TV channel in Rajasthan that there has been an FIR against me. And then a journalist friend of mine sent me an FIR. So I read the entire FIR. Now, to be honest, I feel that the Rajasthan Police is being misled. As far as my question is concerned, I don’t know. I have been told that there is NC first. I have not received anything like that. So first, I thought it would be NC. But now I have come to know that it is an FIR.”
27 December,2025 06:57 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood hunk Salman Khan turned 60 years old on Saturday, and marking the special day, wishes have been pouring in for him from all sides. Many B-town celebs used social media to pen lovely wishes for Salman as he turned a year older. Sharing a black and white photo of Salman on her Instagram Stories, Katrina Kaif wrote, "Tiger Tiger Tiger....Happiest 60th Birthday To the Super Human that you are...May everyday be full of Love and Light (sic)." Katrina and Salman were believed to be in a relationship for a long time; however, they ended up seperating. They worked together in movies like Partner (2007), Yuvvraaj (2008), Ek Tha Tiger (2012), Bharat (2019) and Tiger 3 (2023). Megastar Chiranjeevi wished his 'brother' Salman Khan, hoping that next year will bring him endless joy, good health, and love. He wrote, "Happy 60th birthday to my beloved brother. Sallu bhai, on this special milestone, I want to share my heartfelt wishes with you. May this year bring you endless joy, good health, and all the love you truly deserve. (sic)" He added, "You have always been an inspiration, not just to millions on screen, but also to those of us who are fortunate to call you a friend Here’s to many more years of happiness and success. Enjoy your special day." Reflecting on their friendship, which has stood the test of time, Anil penned, "Our friendship has always been simple...sometimes we meet more when we’re working on a film together, and sometimes even when we’re not. But the love and bond have always remained the same. (sic)" Anil went on to write, "I truly hope this friendship, this warmth we share, lasts forever. Welcome to the 60s, my friend". Anil also shared a couple of his precious moments with Salman over the years. View this post on Instagram A post shared by anilskapoor (@anilskapoor) Bhagyashree, who made her debut opposite Salman in Maine Pyar Kiya went on to pen, "Then and now ! Friendship always... dosti ke asool humesha...Happy birthday beingsalmankhan...Wish you health, happiness and peace." Maniesh Paul added, "Happy birthday beingsalmankhan bhaijaaaaan!!! Thank you for all the love and warmth you showed us with!!! Love you bhai #mp salmankhan hbd." Suniel Shetty shared a photo posing with the birthday star on his X handle and wrote, "To the man whose heart is bigger than his stardom... happy birthday bhaaii May your kindness keep shining brighter than every spotlight. Always love, always respect (sic)." To the man whose heart is bigger than his stardom... happy birthday bhaaiiMay your kindness keep shining brighter than every spotlight. Always love, always respect. @BeingSalmanKhan pic.twitter.com/xFHA7s0bLt — Suniel Shetty (@SunielVShetty) December 27, 2025 Shilpa Shetty also uploaded a string of photos with Salman over the year and shared, "Then to NOW…Another year older, but still the same crazy! Happppyyy Birthday beingsalmankhan...Stay happy, healthy and amazing... our forever Tiger." Veteran actor and politician, Shatrughan Sinha, wished Salman with the following words, "Loving birthday wishes for a dear family friend, superstar, down to earth, most worthy son BeingSalmanKhan of the most worthy father SalimKhan. May you always be blessed abundantly. Profound regards to your wonderful family. BirthdayWishes". Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar also shared a throwback photo of the Sultan actor on social media and penned, "Happy Birthday Salman (collision and hug emojis) Health Happiness and 60 More (The clinking glasses emoji) May you shine your starlight forever (Evil eye emoji) Only (Red heart emoji) (sic)". View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zoya Akhtar (@zoieakhtar) Director Subhash Ghai's heartfelt birthday wish for the Bajrangi Bhaijaan actor read, "A national super star shines today at bandra sea link celebrating his 60 th birthday being a bandra boy since his birth. He has stayed with his family as his fist love n did stand by them always. He is also a true friend of friends even in their bad times when today it’s a transactional friendship in mumbai...He still stays in one bedroom hall for decades." 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
27 December,2025 05:48 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSAmaal Mallik was one of the most vocal contestants of Bigg Boss season 19. He received immense support from his brother Armaan while he was in the house. Recently, a viral post shared by a netizen claimed that Amaal had the highest number of listeners on a music streaming app, surpassing his brother Armaan Malik, their father Daboo Malik, and uncle Anu Malik. The comparison didn’t go down well with Armaan, who slammed netizens for pitting the brothers against each other. Armaan Malik asks fans to end comparisons with Amaal On Saturday, Armaan Malik took to X and wrote, “I genuinely don’t understand why a section of the fandom keeps trying to pit me and Amaal against each other. Our paths are different, but our joy has always come from seeing each other grow and succeed. Please end the comparisons. We’re bigger than that.” He further added that there is a lot more music in store for fans and that they shouldn’t waste their energy on comparisons. “There’s too much exciting music and momentum coming in the new year to waste energy on this. Let’s stand united, move forward together, and let the music do all the talking. Peace & love x,” he wrote. I genuinely don’t understand why a section of the fandom keeps trying to pit me and Amaal against each other. Our paths are different, but our joy has always come from seeing each other grow and succeed.Please end the comparisons. We’re bigger than that. There’s too much… — ARMAAN ✦ (@ArmaanMalik22) December 27, 2025 Meanwhile, earlier in October, while Amaal was still in the Bigg Boss 19 house, Armaan came to his brother’s defence after a netizen claimed that Amaal was jealous of his brother’s success. “Behind every success story, there’s someone quietly sacrificing. For me, that’s my brother Amaal, the proudest, most selfless human I know. Please don’t jump to conclusions or create fake narratives. You don’t know the full story,” wrote Armaan Malik. About Amaal Mallik’s love life Meanwhile, Amaal was in the news after he clarified his relationship status and the truth behind the mystery girl. In a conversation with Faridoon Shahryar, he said, “I am single still. It did not work out the way I thought it would. Show ki wajah se woh ek cheez to life mein hat gayi.” He further said that he received a lot of love and success from Bigg Boss 19, but a “lot went wrong” in his narrative towards the girl. “Me and the special human being who I went out for dinner with the night before I came into this house, isn’t in my life today,” said Amaal. He further stated that he has never been lucky in love and urged people to end all false speculations.
27 December,2025 04:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentVeteran actor Anupam Kher has heaped praise on Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar, saying the film has risen above accusations of being “propaganda” and added the response to the film was a “slap” to those attempting to label it. In a heartfelt video message shared from abroad, Anupam said that despite having no association with the film, its success filled him with an unexpected sense of peace and pride. “I don't have a role in this film. I am not connected to anything. But I don't know why, with the success of this film, my heart is very peaceful.And I have felt peace and pride. I have felt pride. His great success.” The actor said he won’t talk about the technicalities of the film and noted that only a handful of films go on to become landmarks. “For example, Godfather was a landmark film. Sholay was a landmark film. Mughal-e-Azam was a landmark film. If I have to include my films and the films I am not taking their names it means they are not landmark films. Because they are not in my mind. I am not making this video as a historian. I am making it as a cinema-goer.” He spoke about his films Saaransh, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jaayenge, A Wednesday, Khosla Ka Ghosla!. He said that they were ‘path-breaking films. Because they gave a new perspective to cinema-goers.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anupam Kher (@anupampkher) Praising director Aditya Dhar, Anupam said the filmmaker did not rely on patterns or preconceived formulas. “But I like Dhurandar from Aditya Dhar. Not only because he is a Kashmiri. He comes from a family of people who were persecuted. And with his work, he has shown what success is all about. And what courage is all about. Not only because of that. As a filmmaker, he has not followed any pattern or formula. No formula. Just conviction.” The actor said that even though the film has broken box-office records, it’s the “kind of people who are praising this film. “This proves that there was a clique of people who were behind proving propaganda to the film. This is the same clique who tried to prove propaganda to the film. And they succeeded. This is the same who tried to prove propaganda in The Kashmir Files. And I say, 30% of them succeeded. They debated. But Dhurandar has slapped such people.” Anupam added: “‘He has slapped them. Don’t teach us what propaganda is. You are not going to decide what is a propaganda film. Don’t make us feel small. That is what the audience is saying to people like that.” He shared that when people want “to make art look small for his purpose, for his selfish purpose, then one day art turns around and slaps you once and says that you can't make me look small.” “But I am so generously proud and happy about the success of the film, and about the film shutting so many people's thought processes. Try a lot. And people are calling me from abroad. I have nothing to do with them — that you have seen Dhurandar, you have done a great job.” Calling 2025 a defining year for Aditya Dhar, Kher also mentioned the success of films featuring Yami Gautam, including Article 370 and Haqq. “What an amazing journey you had. And in fact, this year belongs to you, my friend. Not only because of Dhurandar, but Yami's films — Article 370, then Haqq. What a thing, my friend. What a thing. The pages of history. What are the pages of history? Today's pages are important.” Taking to the comment section, Aditya Dhar wrote: “Wow. This truly means so much, sir. Such pure emotion and generosity in your words… And to be mentioned in the same breath as those films is an honour I do not take lightly at all.” The line you said, “Don’t make us feel small, that is what the audience is saying,” holds so true in today’s time. It has always been my intention as a filmmaker. Words like these push me to do better. I hope to keep making films that are honest, fearless and hopefully stand the test of time. Truly overwhelmed right now!!” 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
27 December,2025 04:28 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSNational Award-winning actor Manoj Bajpayee has terrific advice for all those who are going through a tough time. On Saturday, the actor took to his Instagram account and shared a picture of himself. In the picture, he can be seen casually dressed and smiling for the camera. He wrote in the caption, "Just smile. This moment will also become a memory". View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manoj Bajpayee (@bajpayee.manoj) The actor has had a great 2025. He recently headlined Inspector Zende, a Hindi-language action-comedy thriller released on Netflix in September 2025, where he plays the quirky yet sharp Inspector Madhukar Zende opposite Jim Sarbh in a cat-and-mouse chase narrative. Another major 2025 release is Jugnuma: The Fable, an ambitious drama directed by Raam Reddy. Praised on the international festival circuit, including at Berlinale and Leeds, and presented by Guneet Monga and Anurag Kashyap, the film showcases Bajpayee in a layered role set against mystical Himalayan landscapes, further confirming his range and choice of unconventional cinema. His popularity on digital platforms also surged with The Family Man season 3, in which he again essays spy-hero Srikant Tiwari in the hit Amazon Prime Video series. He’s attached to several exciting projects, including a Hindi adaptation of Aravind Adiga’s Last Man in Tower produced by Rana Daggubati’s Spirit Media. Manoj Bajpayee continues to be one of Indian cinema’s most compelling actors, seamlessly shifting between mainstream and independent projects in 2025. Earlier, the actor celebrated Christmas, as he took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and shared a picture of a Christmas tree. He wrote on the picture, “Merry Christmas; Happy New Year. Wishing you all a Christmas filled with warmth, kindness, and a little time to slow down. Merry Christmas”. He is a four-time National Film Award winner, a rare honour in Indian cinema. His first National Award came in 1999 as Best Supporting Actor for ‘Satya’, a gritty crime drama that introduced him as a powerhouse performer. 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
27 December,2025 04:04 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSSalman Khan has a surprise for all his fans on his birthday. He unveils the powerful teaser of his much-anticipated film Battle of Galwan. More than a birthday reveal, the teaser stands as a solemn tribute to India’s frontline soldiers and their indomitable spirit. The war drama stars him in yet another powerful role, proving his knack to command the screen with grit. Battle of Galwan teaser out! The teaser begins with a hard-hitting dialogue, “Zakhm lage toh medal samajhna, aur maut dikhe toh salaam karna. Jai Hind!” It then showcases Khan going all guns blazing. Salman Khan appears in one of his most commanding avatars yet, embodying an Indian Army officer with restrained ferocity and quiet authority. His weathered look, controlled aggression, and piercing silence speak louder than words, especially in the final moments, where his unflinching gaze locks directly with the viewer, leaving a lasting impact. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Salman Khan (@beingsalmankhan) The teaser hits hard with its gritty, raw visuals, capturing the unforgiving terrain and brutal realities of high-altitude combat. Adding an edge to the teaser are the vocals of Stebin Ben, which cut through the silence with emotion and urgency. Complementing this is the powerful background score by Himesh Reshammiya, whose intense, pulse-pounding music amplifies the rawness of the visuals. About the film Battle of Galwan is not just a war film; it is a stark reminder of the cost of conflict, the courage of those who stand at the frontlines, and the enduring truth that while valour is eternal, peace remains the only real victory. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, Battle of Galwan promises an unflinching portrayal of bravery, sacrifice, and resilience. The film also stars Chitrangada Singh and is produced by Salma Khan under the banner of Salman Khan Films. Chronicling the 2020 clash between Indian and Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley, the film sees Khan as Colonel B. Santosh Babu, the commanding officer of the 16 Bihar Regiment. It is based on a chapter from the book India’s Most Fearless 3, written by Shiv Aroor and Rahul Singh. For those unversed, Salman Khan is celebrating his 60th birthday as he unveils the teaser. The film is slated to release on April 17, 2026.
27 December,2025 03:52 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIn April 2026, Alia Bhatt and Salman Khan won't face off at the movie office. The actress's next picture, Alpha, will now be released on a different date, according to the film's producers. There will soon be a new release date for the film, which was originally scheduled to open in theaters on April 17. Alpha's release date gets moved The decision was made to prevent a conflict with Salman Khan's Battle of Galwan, trade expert Taran Adarsh disclosed on his X (previously Twitter) account on Saturday. “Breaking News… ‘ALPHA’ AVOIDS CLASH WITH ‘BATTLE OF GALWAN’ – YRF TO DECIDE ON NEW DATE… Aditya Chopra steps aside for Salman Khan, moving Alpha from its earlier announced release date of 17 April 2026 to avoid a direct clash with Battle Of Galwan," he wrote. #BreakingNews... 'ALPHA' AVOIDS CLASH WITH 'BATTLE OF GALWAN' – YRF TO DECIDE ON NEW DATE... #AdityaChopra steps aside for #SalmanKhan, moving #Alpha from its earlier announced release date of 17 April 2026 to avoid a direct clash with #BattleOfGalwan.#YRF had locked 17 April… pic.twitter.com/BF3QElleC2 — taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) December 27, 2025 “YRF had locked 17 April 2026 for Alpha, but the makers will now announce a new release date after assessing the theatrical release calendar over the next couple of months," the trade analyst further added. Alpha has been delayed before. The movie was initially scheduled to release in theaters on Christmas 2025. However, because the creators were still working on it, it was postponed until April 2026. In addition to Alia Bhatt, Bobby Deol and Sharvari play significant parts in YRF's Alpha. In the post-credit scene of War 2, fans saw a peek of Alpha. Bobby Deol made an unexpected arrival on the scene, officially entering the Spy Universe. In the scene, he was seen stamping an agency's emblem on a young girl's hand. Bobby's character said, "Alpha," in response to the girl's question about what it meant. He clarified that their film's motto is Alpha, which is the first letter of the Greek alphabet: “The first, the fastest, the strongest." Netizens react to the shift in date Fans were quick to react to the news, a user wrote, "Bollywood diplomacy unlocked. Alpha politely steps aside so Battle Of Galwan can walk in first. Aditya Chopra chooses peace over box office bloodbath. April 17, 2026 vacated. New date loading. Because even spy universes know, never clash with Salman Khan." Another one added, "Big studios rarely step back unless the stakes are huge. This move says a lot about Salman Khan’s box-office pull and YRF’s strategy. Smart decision or missed opportunity for a mega clash?"
27 December,2025 03:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWith the developers establishing a theatrical release date of October 2, 2026, the announcement of Drishyam 3 had created enormous expectation. But when Akshaye Khanna departed the movie, the anticipation was soon followed by shock. Producer Kumar Mangat Pathak has officially addressed the rumors surrounding Akshaye's departure from the movie and whether Jaideep Ahlawat would take the Dhurandhar star's place. Kumar Mangat Pathak slammed Akshaye Khanna Kumar Mangat Pathak spoke to Bollywood Hungama, "We had signed an agreement with Akshaye Khanna. His fees also got locked after a lot of renegotiations from his side. He insisted that he would like to wear a wig. But (director) Abhishek Pathak convinced him that it wouldn’t be practical, as it would result in continuity issues since Drishyam 3 is a sequel." He went on to add, "He understood his point and agreed to let go of that demand. However, the chamchas around him advised him that he would look smarter if he donned a wig. So, he again requested the same. Abhishek relented and was even ready to discuss this point with him. But then, he informed us that he doesn’t want to be a part of the film at all." Here's why Kumar called Akshaye toxic Kumar Mangat Pathak calls Akshaye Khanna toxic and reveals how he had no work for a long time, “There was a time when Akshaye was nothing. That’s when I made Section 375 (2019) with him. Even then, so many people told us not to work with him because of his unprofessional behaviour. His energy on set is absolutely toxic. Section 375 got him recognition. Later, I signed him in Drishyam 2 (2022). He has got all the big offers only after Drishyam 2. Uske pehle woh 3-4 saal tak ghar pe baitha hua tha." Kumar went on to reveal that Akshaye had loved the script of Drishyam 3 and was all excited to be a part of it, however, 10 days after agreeing he decided to quit the film, "When he heard the script in his Alibaug farmhouse, he liked it so much that he told us, ‘Yeh Rs 500 crore ki film hai. Maine life mein aisi script nahin suni hai.’ He even hugged Abhishek and the writer. Then, we had negotiations, after which we agreed on the fees. We even signed the agreement. He even got an advance while we paid the designer for his clothes. And then 10 days before his shoot, he declined to work on the film." Kumar Mangat Pathak to sue Akshaye Kumar "Drishyam is a very big brand," said Kumar Mangat Pathak. He went on to say, "Whether or not he appears in the movie is irrelevant. He has now been replaced by Jaideep Ahlawat. By God's grace, we have a better actor than Akshaye, but more significantly, we have a better person than Akshaye. I had produced Aakrosh, one of Jaideep's first films." "I have suffered losses because of his behavior," the producer continued. I intend to file a lawsuit. He hasn't responded to the legal notification I sent him yet. I was taken aback. Where Drishyam 2 ended, Drishyam 3 starts How can his character suddenly get hair? Is there any technology in the world that can grow hair within minutes?."
27 December,2025 03:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMegastar Amitabh Bachchan has shared a reflective note on creativity, apprehension and the ever-evolving nature of expression in the modern world, questioning whether progress has truly expanded horizons or quietly narrowed them. Reflecting on the creative process, Big B wrote about the constant apprehension that follows any artistic work on his blog. He wrote: “The apprehension continues .. will it won't it .. what if it is rejected and asked to redo or destroy it (sic)..” The star observed that creativity is frequently shaped by external expectations, even though it is meant to be personal and individual. ‘ Creativity be damned, they wish it to be the way they would want the creativity ..creativity is but a personal individual mind (sic).” The icon also reflected on the presence of the ‘other’ in the lives of creators, calling it a small word that carries an entire world within it. “A gentle small word, bringing with it an entire World of expressions and interpretations .. some most relevant and perhaps not understandable , but there all the same (sic)..” he shared. Commenting on the present times, the veteran actor remarked that nothing today seems finite or contained. “In the World of today .. nothing seems to be finite .. bounded or terminable .. say it and a million options shall spring forth .. almost in unison ..(sic).” He likened this moment to a window waiting to be opened, allowing fresh air and new frequencies to enter. “Has the World then expanded since the last time we measured .. or has it shrunk to its limited limitations, giving opportunities of a window that needs to be opened and allowed the frequency of the air in its freshness to bind you in its enveloped portents .. so welcomed and desired .. despite its ulterior motifs (sic) ..” The actor further noted a shift in the way writers and thinkers approach expression. “The 'i' that has acted as a deterrent for most writers .. has for long been replaced with the 'whys' .. and that is being bounded by time and place and situation .. which quite inadvertently harbour change (sic)..” Concluding his thoughts, Bachchan admitted that the answers remain elusive. “It has remained a mystery and shall ever be so,” he wrote, ending with a series of questions that underline his reflection: “What mystery… why mystery… who in mystery (sic).” 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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