Bollywood stars Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol were on cloud nine as their iconic film Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ) clocked 30 years of release. They celebrated the milestone by unveiling a new bronze statue in Leicester Square, London. The statue captured their iconic dance pose from the hit song Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna. Kajol, SRK unveil bronze statue in London Braving the cold and rain, the iconic Bollywood duo lit up the unveiling ceremony with radiant smiles, engaging with the press and delighting fans by recreating their legendary DDLJ poses. The bronze statue depicts Shah Rukh and Kajol in a signature pose from the film. They also recreated the pose after unveiling the statue. Hours after the ceremony, SRK took to Instagram and celebrated the moment with his followers in full filmy style. He began the post with his iconic dialogue: “Bade bade deshon mein, aisi chhoti chhoti baatein hoti rehti hain, Senorita! Thrilled to unveil the bronze statue of Raj & Simran at London’s Leicester Square today, celebrating 30 years of Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ)!” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) He also shared a few pictures from the event, where Kajol’s children, Yug and Nysa, were present. Interestingly, the kids wore a black leather jacket and a white suit, reminiscent of the outfits Kajol and Shah Rukh Khan sported in the Tujhe Dekha Toh song from DDLJ. SRK and Kajol were dressed to the nines for the event. The actor looked dapper in a black suit, while Kajol exuded grace in a stunning mint-green saree. The bronze statue becomes the first-ever Indian film to be honoured with a statue in Leicester Square, London. It joins iconic characters from historic films, including Harry Potter, Mary Poppins, Paddington, and Singin’ in the Rain, as well as heroes like Batman and Wonder Woman. Kajol and SRK on DDLJ Speaking at the launch, Shah Rukh Khan said, “DDLJ was made with a pure heart. We wanted to tell a love story, how it can bridge barriers, and how the world would be a better place if it had a lot of love in it. I think this is why DDLJ has had a lasting impact for over 30 years now! Personally, DDLJ is part of my identity, and it is humbling to see the film, and Kajol and me, receiving so much love since it was released.” Kajol reflected on what the honour means to her: “It’s incredible to see Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge continue to receive so much love, even 30 years later. Watching the statue being unveiled in London felt like reliving a piece of our history — a story that has truly travelled across generations.” For those unversed, DDLJ tells the story of Raj and Simran, two non-resident Indians who fall in love during a trip across Europe and India, beginning on a train from King’s Cross station. The location couldn’t be more fitting, with Leicester Square featuring in DDLJ in a scene where Raj and Simran first cross paths.
05 December,2025 08:39 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAt ‘We The Women’ event in Mumbai earlier this week, Jaya Bachchan expressed her displeasure with the paparazzi as she said, “Yeh gande gande pant pehen ke, mobile leke [aa jaate hai]… They think that because they have a mobile, they can take your picture, say what they want. The kind of comments they pass!” While the senior actor’s sharp comments were deemed as “elitist” by several industry voices, the issue has now escalated further. Some of Bollywood’s paparazzi agencies are preparing to file a formal complaint with the Cine & TV Artistes’ Association (CINTAA) against the veteran actor’s remarks. They are said to be in discussions before submitting their official complaint. Bachchan’s statements, where she questioned the background and attire of paparazzi, have left many in the community feeling demeaned, with some photo syndicates considering boycotting her. Speaking to mid-day, Manav Manglani, who runs an entertainment photo syndicate of about 20 stringers, said, “She doesn’t want to be clicked; we won’t click her. Jayaji is not someone who gets eyeballs anyway. If she is with her family and wishes to pose happily, then we may [photograph her].” Manav Manglani and Varinder Chawla Leading photographer Varinder Chawla, who runs an agency employing 15 stringers, told mid-day that the remarks were uncalled for. “We should have some self-respect and not cover her. Every time we have clicked her pictures, we have referred to her as Jayaji. She hasn’t been disrespected. It’s not okay for the privileged to insult those who are doing an honest day’s work. Jayaji’s comments need to be responded to and sternly so. Why couldn’t Jayaji have a conversation with us? We always listen. Ranbir [Kapoor] and Alia [Bhatt] asked us not to click Raha [their daughter], we don’t.” Besides the complaint, the agencies, in association with CINTAA, are hoping to establish a code of conduct that addresses actors’ concerns about intrusion and safety, and paps’ concerns about mistreatment. Chawla admitted that zealous fans sometimes blend in with photographers, leading to incidents of verbal run-ins or crowding at events. The sentiment is that there is an urgent need for formal guidelines governing interactions between celebrities and photographers. “There is no unity among paps today; anyone with a camera gets clubbed with us and we get a bad name. There are fans posing as us, trying to get inappropriate with actors. Between Yogen Shah and me, we want to ensure that a meeting takes place with actors where we can discuss the issues. Earlier, we had requested Suniel Shetty sir to facilitate this,” added Chawla. ‘A lot of kids pretend to be paps, comment on celebrities’ Leading paparazzo Viral Bhayani talks about the unregulated pap culture, even as he calls out Jaya Bachchan for her statement about photographers’ clothes Jaya Bachchan and Viral Bhayani I like Jaya Bachchan more than I do Amitabh Bachchan because I’m like her — I’m straight-forward, I say whatever is in my heart and that sometimes gets me in trouble. Jayaji has been very sweet to me, and at times, she has snapped at me as well. You have to understand her mood. Every time I would ask her politely for a picture, she wouldn’t deny. What she said is partially true, especially when she mentions that paps pass [disrespectful] comments. If you look at the history of paparazzi [in India], there were very few in the beginning. We had ethics and responsibility towards our work, and respected everyone. We maintained decorum. [We were mindful] about our language. Also, we weren’t loud. Patience is important in our profession. But today’s kids don’t have patience. They start screaming and get anxious when an artiste doesn’t come on time. What has happened now is that the pap [culture] is not regulated. There are a lot of kids who just take phones and pretend to be paparazzi. In case they make a comment at a celebrity, we wouldn’t know. I’ve seen this happen outside some restaurants in Bandra. It’s awful. Some of them click women if they are wearing short clothes. That has created a bad image of us. Paparazzi is not supposed to be running after semi-naked women. We are interested in good content and good celebrities. We try to educate our [employees] about how to cover funerals as well. We tell them to cover it in a dignified manner. We should have a moral code, a shared sense of responsibility within the community on how to cover celebrities and events. For instance, I have a rule that nobody in my team will click selfies with celebrities. If you’re seen posing with your arm around a female celebrity, you’re out of my office. But what I didn’t like is Jayaji speaking about someone’s poverty. Anyone can be poor. Everyone works hard. Don’t underestimate anybody. I have also risen from a poor background. We change things with our hard work and determination. You can also not comment on someone’s attire. It’s not right to make such statements on clothes or someone’s appearance. Jayaji works well on social media, but she does not like being filmed. That is her choice, and we can respect that. If at any point she feels [comfortable] with it, we’ll happily film her. There is no ban on her or her family. As told to Priyanka Sharma
05 December,2025 07:47 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuSet is up for satire Earlier this week, mid-day had reported that filmmaker Shoojit Sircar is set to direct a “mytho-humour” entertainer featuring Manoj Bajpayee and Rajkummar Rao (Comedy from the pages of Mahabharata, December 1). The project is now gaining momentum, with the makers confirming that “a massive, elaborate set” is being constructed by Sardar Udham (2021) National Award-winning production designer Mansi Dhruv Mehta. Insiders tell us that the film is inspired from “a key chapter from the Mahabharat, and the world is designed to fuse mythology with a contemporary, satirical edge.” We have learnt that the project is in full-scale pre-production and is scheduled to go on floors in early 2026. The movie will also star Saurabh Shukla and Viineet Kumar Siingh. Chaos before D-Day As Dhurandhar releases in cinemas today, its run-up has been marked by multiple last-minute changes. Press previews scheduled for Thursday evening (December 4) in Mumbai were cancelled, with the red carpet at the same venue also scrapped. Film previews for the press in New Delhi were also cancelled. According to the film’s team, the press will be shown the film on Friday at 9.30 am instead. The makers’ teams had first informed the Mumbai photographers that the event would shift from 6.30 pm to 8.00 pm, before saying that “no one would be arriving” and the red carpet stood cancelled. Exhibition sources additionally say the IMAX version may be delayed, leaving theatres to screen the standard format on the day of release. The film stars Ranveer Singh and Sara Arjun in the lead. Tollywood calling now Gulshan Devaiah and Samantha Ruth Prabhu After marking his Kannada debut with Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1, actor Gulshan Devaiah is set to make his Telugu debut in Maa Inti Bangaram, produced under Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s banner, Tralala Moving Pictures. Directed by Nandini Reddy, the film marks Samantha’s second outing as producer after Subham. Gulshan, who has long hoped to collaborate with Samantha, says he can’t reveal his role yet but describes it as a “challenging turn” in his filmography.
05 December,2025 07:46 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamEven as 2025 winds down to a close, Ajay Devgn has no plans to slow down. mid-day has learnt that the actor wrapped up the shoot of director Jagan Shakti’s Ranger earlier this week, and will dive into the world of Drishyam 3 from December 15. An action adventure also starring Tamannaah Bhatia, Ranger sees Devgn’s forest officer locking horns with Sanjay Dutt, who plays the antagonist out to loot the jungle’s natural resources. Sources have told us that the final schedule was filmed in Palghar. A source reveals, “Initially, the last leg was to be shot in the forests of Thailand and Sri Lanka. But after Cyclone Ditwah hit Sri Lanka last week, the makers decided to film the portions in India. They quickly zeroed in on Tungareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary and Phansad Wildlife Sanctuary in Palghar district of Maharashtra.” Sanjay Dutt and Tamannaah Bhatia Now, Devgn is geared up to reprise his role of Vijay Salgaonkar from the hit thriller franchise Drishyam. From December 15, Abhishek Pathak, who helmed Drishyam 2 (2022), will call action on the third part in Mumbai. The source adds, “The cast, including Akshaye Khanna and Tabu, will be a part of the 10-day Mumbai schedule during which indoor scenes will be canned. They will shoot till Christmas, before taking a New Year’s break. Drishyam 3’s shoot will resume from the first week of 2026, with the plan to wrap it up by April 2026.” Did you know? ‘Drishyam’ may not be the only film tying Ajay Devgn and Malayalam superstar Mohanlal. The buzz is that Devgn has initiated discussions to adapt Mohanlal’s thriller ‘Thudarum’ in Hindi
05 December,2025 07:26 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBRActor Celina Jaitly recently received a big relief in the matter related to her brother, Maj. (Rtd.) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly, an Indian Army official who has been detained in the UAE for a year. He was allegedly detained in the UAE since September 2024 over national security concerns. The Delhi High Court on Thursday directed the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to inform Retired Major Vikrant in the next consular access that his sister Celina wants to communicate with him. The High Court also asked the Ministry to facilitate her communication with her brother Celina reacts to HC order Taking to Instagram, Celina shared a family photo of her and her brother along with their parents and wrote, “Ma & Pa.. I am doing my best! I Haven’t Spoken to Vikrant in 15 Months. Today, Hope Was Placed on Record.. Thank you, Universe !! My petition seeking access to and legal representation for my brother, Maj (Retd) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly, who has been abducted and detained in the UAE since 6 Sep 2024, was heard by the Hon’ble Delhi High Court today.” She added, “The Ministry of External Affairs filed its Status Report and appointed a Nodal Officer to coordinate with me for access to my brother. While I still haven’t been able to speak to Vikrant, it’s been 15 months now. The Additional Solicitor General, Govt of India, Sr Adv Chetan Sharma apprised the Court that they will make their best efforts to get me to speak to Vikrant.” She concluded the note saying, "The Hon’ble Judge directed the Ministry to make efforts to facilitate my access to speak to Vikrant. I’m grateful to Ld. ASG, the Court and those who recognised my suffering and acknowledged our family’s 4 generations of contributions to the Indian armed forces. The next date in Court is 23 Dec. I look forward to the next steps optimistically. At this time, I will not be able to answer any questions from members of the media or press. They may kindly contact the leading counsel on my case from India, Mr Raghav Kacker, Kacker & Co., who is leading & assisting me in navigating these very challenging times." Speaking to ANI outside the court earlier on Thursday, Celina shared her reaction, saying, "It has been 15 long months. I am very happy about today's court directions, which will allow me to see and contact my brother." HC orders MEA to facilitate Celina's contact with her brother On Thursday, the Delhi High Court directed the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to inform Retired Major Vikrant in the next consular access that his sister Celina wants to talk to him. The High Court also directed the Ministry to facilitate her communication with him through the TAMM App or by any other mode. Justice Sachin Datta, after giving the direction, called for a fresh status report from the Central Government. The bench also perused the status report filed by the MEA. It was informed that pursuant to the previous directions, a nodal officer has been appointed by the Central Government. During the hearing, Jaitly broke down, and she was consoled by her counsel. It was also submitted that she is not able to talk to her brother through the TAMM (UAE government App) as she is not a citizen. Only UAE citizens can use the app. The matter has now been listed for December 23. On November 3, the Delhi High Court issued notice to the Ministry of External Affairs on a plea moved by Celina Jaitly. Her brother Maj. (Rtd.) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly has been in detention in Abu Dhabi, UAE, since 2024. She approached the Delhi High Court seeking a direction to the Indian authorities to provide legal and medical assistance to her brother. (With inputs from ANI)
04 December,2025 10:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRanveer Singh is all set for the release of his much-awaited film Dhurandhar, wherein he plays the lead role alongside Sara Arjun. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film is reportedly made on a massive budget of a massive Rs 250 crore. Now, the salaries of the cast have surfaced online. Dhurandhar cast fees According to reports, Ranveer Singh, who plays the role of an Indian Intelligence agent, was paid Rs 30-50 crore for his part in the film. Meanwhile, R Madhavan, who plays Ajay Sanyal, a role believed to be inspired by India’s National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval, reportedly charged Rs 9 crore for his role. Akshaye Khanna will essay the role of crime lord, Rehman Dakait, who has taken home Rs 2.5 crore, while Sanjay Dutt, who appears as Pakistan’s stern police officer, SP Chaudhary Aslam, was paid Rs 10 crore for his role. Actor Arjun Rampal reportedly took home Rs 1 crore for his role of Major Iqbal, an ISI officer believed to be inspired by terror figure IIyas Kashmiri. The lead actress of the film, Sara Arjun, was reportedly paid Rs 1 crore. Mukesh Chhabra opens up about Dhurandhar casting Casting director Mukesh Chhabra, who attended the ongoing 56th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa on Thursday, has shared an interesting anecdote about the casting and the production of the upcoming film 'Dhurandhar.' The casting director spoke with IANS on the sidelines of IFFI in Goa on Thursday, and shared that the earlier the production of the film was limited but during the pre-production of the film, the makers realised that they need big faces to mount the film and do justice to the story and the scale. That's when additional cast members were added to the line-up. He told IANS, "At first, we thought that we would reduce the budget of the film. And not hire a very big star. But we felt that the film deserved a big star. That's why we thought about R. Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna and Arjun Rampal. The grandeur of the film has increased. And the casting is so interesting. I've been watching it all day. It was happening on stage and now it's happening on social media. It's going to be Dhurandar. It's going to be a big hit. It's going to be released on 5th December". He also spoke about the importance of casting in a film, as he said, "90% casting is very important for any film. If you have a good story, good director and correct casting then nobody can stop you". Talking about the data shift in cinema, he said, "I think it's everyone's responsibility. Everyone should think for themselves. We should work comfortably for everyone. We should take care of seniority. Director, producer, actor. It should be their individual call. It should be as per the demand of the film". (With inputs from IANS)
04 December,2025 08:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentShehnaaz Gill, a Punjabi actress and singer, rose to prominence after appearing on Bigg Boss 13 in 2019. Following her appearance as a finalist on the Salman Khan-hosted reality show, her acting career in Bollywood took off, with roles in films like Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan and Thank You For Coming. This year, Shehnaaz also ventured into film production. Shehnaaz addressed Salman Khan on stage during her latest appearance on Bigg Boss 19 to promote her debut film Ikk Kudi, 'Mere upar koi paise nahi laga raha, toh maine khud par laga diye.' In a recent chat with Faridoon Shahryar, she explained why she made the statement. Shehnaaz Gill talks about getting used as a prop in Bollywood Shehnaaz opened up about not receiving good offers in Bollywood, “That statement came from the fact that I am not getting good stories, and I am being used as a prop in films. I am seeing the same kind of stories; there is nothing unique, and they have no great messages. I was getting a lot of offers, but I feel putting that money on me should be worthwhile. I have been offered Punjabi films for the last five years, but I wasn’t doing them. I wanted someone to bet on me with a different concept. I wanted to make a comeback in the Punjab industry in a different way, especially when I was returning after 3-4 years. I was waiting for that.” Shehnaaz on shifting back to Punjabi Industry Shehnaaz went on to add, “A lot of people told me I wasted time. I don’t think so. That time I was learning, and that was very important. It’s crucial to understand scripts and films. I just didn’t want to do anything for the sake of it, because these things stay. I have experienced that and saw that people didn’t enjoy it; they wanted to see more of Shehnaaz. And I believe that if you are seen on screen even for two minutes, it should be impactful, but that wasn’t happening. I thought, why not do something in our own Punjabi industry where we can actually make a difference? Why are we just running behind Bollywood? I will work there someday, but first I want to prove myself. I am giving auditions for Bollywood, doing the best I can, but first proving myself as an actor was very important, and I am glad people are seeing that now. Shehnaaz Gill also pointed out how Bollywood films cannot do without Punjabi songs. The actress praised the Punjabi business, saying, "The Punjabi industry is huge; Bollywood films don't work unless they have a Punjabi song in them." Our industry is so enormous that they have to use such songs and dance to them. The Punjabi industry has advanced to the next level. They are also doing well in movies. A lot of money and effort is being invested in movies, so I hope the audience watches and provides input so that we can improve."
04 December,2025 07:49 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIndian cricketer Smriti Mandhana's wedding music composer-filmmaker Palaash Muchhal has been making headlines for a while now. The couple was all set to tie the knot in Sangli, Maharashtra, on November 23; however, the wedding was postponed on the D-day, after Smriti's father had to be hospitalised. The wedding then turned into a social media spectacle with several unexpected turns. Now, Palaash's sister Palak has spoken about the postponement for the first time. Palaash and Smriti Mandhana's wedding postponed On the morning of their wedding day, that is November 23, reports claimed that Smriti’s father, Srinivas Mandhana, had been hospitalised after experiencing heart attack-like symptoms. Within hours, newer reports emerged claiming that Palaash had also been admitted due to viral symptoms and acidity complications. Soon after, Palaash’s sister, singer Palak Muchhal, issued a confirmation that the wedding had been postponed, highlighting that health and family well-being were the priority. Taking to Instagram stories, she wrote, "Due to Smriti’s father’s health, Smriti and Palash’s wedding has been put on hold. We would request all of you to respect the privacy of the families during this sensitive time." Both, Smriti’s father and Palaash were discharged soon after. However, the silence from both parties deepened the speculation online, especially after reports of Palaash cheating on Smriti on the night before the wedding emerged. Palak Muchhal breaks silence Now, in a first official comment from the Muchhal family since the incident, Palak Muchhal shared with Filmfare about how the families have been coping with the aftermath of the wedding being postponed and the intense public scrutiny. She was asked about how difficult it was for her and Palaash to stay focused amid the noise. Palak responded, “I think the families have been through a very, very tough time and like you just said… I would just want to repeat that we would like to believe in positivity at this time and spread positivity as much as we can. And stay strong… yeah.” Both families have chosen silence and optimism over engagement with speculations, especially amid the sensitive time. Some reports recently claimed that the wedding is expected to take place on December 7, 2025.
04 December,2025 07:26 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentVeteran actor Dharmendra breathed his last on November 24. His last film was supposed to be Sriram Raghavan’s Ikkis, which stars Agastya Nanda in a pivotal role. As the actor passed away, his co-stars got emotional and remembered him. Recently, at the song launch event, Agastya expressed how he is honoured to share screen space with the veteran star and even recalled how he worked with Amitabh Bachchan as well. Agastya Nanda remembers Dharmendra At the event, Agastya Nanda said, as per a Bollywood Hungama video, “You know, for me it’s very emotional because Dharam ji worked with all generations of my family. He worked with my great-grandfather, grandfather, and I had the privilege to share screen space with him. As sir said, it’s an honour, a huge privilege, and I am extremely sad that he couldn’t see the love he deserves. It is emotional for all of us.” Talking about Dharmendra, he had been hospitalised at Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital after reportedly complaining of breathlessness. After getting the necessary treatment, he was discharged on November 12 and continued his recovery at home. About Ikkis Maddock Films and Dinesh Vijan present Ikkis, directed by National Award–winning filmmaker Sriram Raghavan. Ikkis is the untold true story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, the youngest recipient of the Param Vir Chakra at just 21 — honoured posthumously for his unmatched courage and sacrifice during the 1971 Indo-Pak war. Through Arun’s journey, Ikkis explores questions of morality, mortality, patriotism, and the power of young blood that rises when the nation calls. The film is set to release on December 25. The film also stars Jaideep Ahlawat and marks the debut of Akshay Kumar’s niece Simar Bhatia. Expressing excitement about it, the actor wrote, “Holding you as a tiny baby to now watching you step into the world of films… life really has come full circle. Simar, I’ve seen you turn from a shy little girl who would hide behind her mom into this confident young woman ready to face the camera like she was born for it. Safar mushkil hai, but knowing you, you’ll walk into it with that same spark, that same honesty, and that same stubborn determination that runs in our family.”
04 December,2025 06:58 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAhead of the release of Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar, actress Yami Gautam has penned a reflective note on the growing practice of paid hype. The actress said that the 'plague' of spreading negativity around a film before its release will significantly impact the future of the industry. She received support from her Dhurandhar co-star Hrithik Roshan, who also shared his thoughts on the matter. Yami Gautam on paid negativity around films On Thursday, Yami took to social media to pen a note highlighting the negativity surrounding her husband's directorial, Dhurandhar, which stars Ranveer Singh in the lead. She wrote, “This so-called trend of giving money, in the disguise of marketing a film, to ensure good ‘hype’ or else face continuous negative writing (even before a film releases), feels nothing short of extortion. Whether used to hype a film or spread negativity against another actor/film, this arrangement is a plague that will severely impact the future of our industry.” She continued, “Anyone who thinks this is harmless or believes it's the new ‘normal’ is mistaken. This monster of a trend will eventually affect everyone. If the truth about a million things under the garb of ‘success’ over the past five years is exposed, it won’t be a pretty picture for many.” Yami added that such practices would not be tolerated in the South Indian film industry, as they operate with greater unity. “I urge our esteemed producers, directors, and actors to come together to stop this termite-like culture at this stage itself. I say this as the wife of an extremely honest man who has poured his heart, hard work, vision, and grit into this film. I also say this as a concerned member of the fraternity who wants Indian cinema to flourish with its best potential. Let’s not kill the joy of filmmaking—let the audience decide. We must protect our industry's environment.” There is something iv been wanting to express since really long, I feel today is that day & I must . This so called trend of giving money, in the disguise of marketing a film, to ensure good ‘hype’ for a film is created or else ‘they’ will continuously write negative things… — Yami Gautam Dhar (@yamigautam) December 4, 2025 Hrithik Roshan supports Yami Gautam Responding to Yami's post, Hrithik wrote, “More than anything, the golden thing that gets lost is the journalist’s true voice—their chance to tell creative teams what they genuinely felt, applauded, or criticised. Only true opinions help us evolve. Their right to freedom gets unknowingly taken away, and so does our chance for growth. Without freedom of expression and the truth guiding evolution, what job satisfaction can anyone hope for?” About Dhurandhar Dhurandhar stars Ranveer Singh in the lead role alongside Sara Arjun. Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, Akshaye Khanna, and R. Madhavan also appear in significant roles. The film is said to be one of the most violent ever made in Indian cinema, with audiences expecting a Hollywood-level scale. Although not officially confirmed, reports suggest that Dhurandhar is planned as a two-part saga, with part two expected in the first half of 2026. Recent reports also claim the film includes a 4-minute post-credit scene confirming the second instalment. Dhurandhar is set to release on December 5, 2025.
04 December,2025 06:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentDeepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh were spotted at a family wedding in Goa, where they shared a candid moment that included the well-known Orry stance. The moment was captured by Orhan Awatramani, also known as Orry online, and later uploaded on his Instagram account, bringing substantial public attention to the couple's attendance at the celebration. Orry drops a video of DeepVeer In the video, the couple is dressed in coordinating red costumes and appears to be engaged throughout the wedding ceremony. Deepika is seen leaning in to converse with Ranveer, her hand softly put on his chest, as she observes the proceedings before laughing. Orry penned the caption for the post as, "Orry stocks #ValidatedByTheQueenHerself (sic)." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Orhan Awatramani (@orry) The video sparked immediate comments online, with many people commenting on Deepika's look and motions. Deepika Padukone personally responded to the tweet, stating, "You know how much I love you na! (sic)" Fans can't stop adoring the duo Among the various comments, one person wrote, "Deeepikaaaa is so CUTEEEEE (sic)." Others identified Deepika as executing the characteristic Orry pose, commenting, "Deepika doing the Orry pose (sic)," indicating the gesture's popularity among social media users. At the time of publication, the video has received over 6.8 million views and more than 300,000 likes. Hundreds of comments have fueled the online conversation. Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh's public appearances draw a lot of attention, and their lovely moments at the Goa wedding have become a talking point. Ranveer Singh is slated to star in the next film, Dhurandhar, while Deepika Padukone was last seen in Singham Again and will next star in Shah Rukh Khan's King. Talking about Ranveer Singh's recent trail of controversies, not just him but even his upcoming film has been in buzz. Ranveer Singh shared a public apology after hurting the sentiments of fans with his Kantara mimicry. He wrote, “My intention was to highlight Rishab’s incredible performance in the film. Actor to actor, I know how much it would take to perform that particular scene in the way that he did, for which he has my utmost admiration. I have always deeply respected every culture, tradition, and belief in our country. If I’ve hurt anyone’s sentiments, I sincerely apologise.”
04 December,2025 06:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
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