Tamannaah Bhatia and Diana Penty's upcoming comedy-drama series, Do You Wanna Partner, has finally announced a release date. Produced by Karan Johar, the seris is a new-age comedy-drama that follows two spirited best friends who are on a mission to launch their alcohol start-up. Do You Wanna Partner release date Produced under the banner of Dharmatic Entertainment, Do You Wanna Partner is a fun and light-hearted series produced by Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla and Apoorva Mehta, and directed by Collin D’Cunha and Kumar. The series, written by Nandini Gupta, Aarsh Vora and Mithun Gongopadhyay, and created by Gongopadhyay and Nishant Nayak, stars Tamannaah Bhatia and Diana Penty in lead roles, alongside Jaaved Jaafery, Nakuul Mehta, Shweta Tiwari, Neeraj Kabi, Sufi Motiwala, and Rannvijay Singha. The show is set to premiere exclusively on Prime Video in India and across 240 countries and territories worldwide on September 12. View this post on Instagram A post shared by prime video IN (@primevideoin) Do You Wanna Partner is a quirky, new-age comedy-drama that revolves around two spirited best friends, namely Shikha and Anahita (played by Tamannaah Bhatia and Diana Penty). They are on an audacious mission to launch their own alcohol start-up. It is set against the vibrant chaos of urban life, while capturing the duo’s journey to carve a niche in the male-dominated world of craft beer. As they defy norms, bend rules, navigate eccentric encounters, and brew their destiny with style, tenacity on their journey, it provides a sharp yet heartwarming portrait of female ambition. Karan Johar says Do You Wanna Partner is audacious Talking about the series, Nikhil Madhok, director & head of originals, Prime Video, India said, “At Prime Video, our continued commitment is to bring engaging, fresh and unique stories to our customers across the globe. Do You Wanna Partner is a bold and spirited tale of ambition, friendship, and hustle—told through the lens of two women rewriting the rules in a male-dominated industry. Our longstanding collaboration with Dharmatic Entertainment has consistently delivered stories that blend heart with humour, and this series is no exception. With its relatable characters, sharp writing, and a distinctly Indian flavour, the series brings female entrepreneurship to life with warmth, wit and infectious energy, powered by the vibrant performances of Tamannaah, Diana and a stellar ensemble cast. We’re proud to add this high-energy, one-of-a-kind series to our growing slate of Hindi Originals, and can’t wait for audiences across India and around the world to watch it.” Similarly, Karan Johar, producer of Do You Wanna Partner, shared, “Do You Wanna Partner is audacious, vibrant and unapologetically fun - a story that captures the grit, heart, and hustle of a new generation of entrepreneurs, especially women making their mark in unconventional industries. It’s quirky, emotional, and rooted in the Indian spirit of jugaad. Collaborating with Prime Video continues to be a creatively fulfilling experience for all of us at Dharmatic Entertainment. Together, we’ve brought audiences bold, contemporary narratives that travel across geographies. We’re proud of the colourful, chaotic world we’ve built, and even prouder of the message it carries. I’m thrilled that this story, born from a very local idea, is now ready to charm audiences across the globe.” Producer Apoorva Mehta said, “With Do You Wanna Partner, we set out to create a series that’s entertaining and relevant. The incredible ensemble led by Tamannaah Bhatia and Diana Penty, alongside Jaaved Jaaferi, Nakuul Mehta, Shweta Tiwari, Neeraj Kabi, has brought authenticity, warmth and spark to every scene adding real depth to the narrative. Behind the camera, the series was shaped by a phenomenal creative team whose passion and vision are evident in every frame. We’re excited to finally share this special story with audiences across India and beyond, when it premieres on Prime Video.” Somen Mishra, executive producer, said, “This series has been an immensely rewarding creative journey – from concept to screen. What sets it apart is not just its humour and vibrancy, but the way it celebrates ambition and female friendship with honesty and heart. Tamannaah and Diana light up the screen with their electric chemistry, while the rest of our stellar cast members adds texture, weight and warmth to the world we’ve built. The writing team, led by Nandini Gupta, Mithun Gangopadhyay, and Aarsh Vora, has created a world that is contemporary, hilarious, and full of heart, brought to life brilliantly under Achint and Collin’s direction. We’re proud to have made something that feels both relatable and refreshingly trailblazing.”
25 August,2025 11:38 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe latest instalment of The Great Indian Kapil Show featured India's finest entrepreneurs—BOAT's Aman Gupta, MamaEarth's Ghazal Alagh, OYO's Ritesh Agarwal, and Paytm's Vijay Shekhar Sharma—on stage with presenter Kapil Sharma, providing the right mix of humour and inspiration. The program promises a laugh riot, combining business expertise with Kapil's characteristic comedy. As the conversation shifted to the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, BOAT co-founder Aman Gupta offered his credo, "Dhanda karne ka ek hi fanda, kabhi na hona sharminda," before impersonating Navjot Singh Sidhu with a hilarious, "Thoko taali." Aman shared an anecdote Aman opened out about his personal path, revealing how others treated him differently during failures and successes. "I had a relative who absolutely disregarded me when my first few initiatives failed. Woh bhao bhi nhi dete the; baat bhi nahi karte the. But as soon as I achieved success in my business, they turned around and said, 'Come here, my beta,'" he claimed, leaving the crowd stunned. Aman credits Archana for his brand's success In another amusing occasion, Aman credits Archana Puran Singh's trademark laughing with her success. "Apki laughter ko humne R&D factory mein diya hai noise cancellation check karne ke liye. Humare saare headphone hit hai!" he remarked. Archana quickly responded, playfully demanding shares in the company for her 'contribution.' The fun did not end there. Kapil ridiculed Ghazal Alagh, wondering if MamaEarth hired Shilpa Shetty as a brand representative solely to persuade fathers to buy the products. A fan in the audience also made everyone laugh by asking the CEOs to develop an app to track her husband anytime he went absent from her side. To add to the hilarity, OYO's Ritesh Agarwal revealed that many people still mispronounce his company's name as "YoYo" rather than "OYO." With quick-witted discussions, intriguing revelations, and motivating anecdotes, this episode brilliantly balances business with entertainment, making it a must-see. Talking about Archana Puran Singh, she is frequently seen on her family's vlogs these days. Along with her husband Parmeet and kids Ayushmaan Sethi and Aaryamann Sethi, the family has been making weekly vlogs on YouTube and has experienced a significant increase in subscriber base over the previous 8-9 months. They currently have over 890,000 subscribers. Her son Aaryamann recently began a new YouTube channel, which has quickly grown to over 100,000 subscribers.
24 August,2025 01:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWriter and director Reema Kagti, who recently earned praise for Superboys of Malegaon (2024), is reportedly gearing up for round two of her gritty crime drama Dahaad. The 2023 series, which marked Sonakshi Sinha’s OTT debut opposite Vijay Varma, was one of the most talked-about shows of the year — and it left viewers hungry for more. Buzz is, Kagti has wrapped up the script for Dahaad 2 and plans to begin filming in December 2025. Sonakshi is expected to return as the fierce sub-inspector Anjali Bhaati, while the hunt for the new antagonist and supporting cast is currently underway. Like its predecessor, the new season is expected to explore hard-hitting social themes. The show will reportedly be streamed on Prime Video.
24 August,2025 08:41 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist TeamActress Sana Makbul is back in action after a brief break, this time with a powerful comeback in a women-oriented web series. While her absence had sparked multiple speculations, the reality was far from it. Sana was quietly recovering and preparing herself for a project that truly resonated with her heart. On returning back to work Talking about her journey, Sana shares, “When life forced me to slow down, I realised how often women put themselves last their dreams, their health, their happiness. That’s why returning with a women-oriented story feels so right. It’s my way of saying we all deserve second chances, and we all deserve to be heard.” The series focuses on women’s emotions, strength, and resilience a theme that deeply connects with Sana’s personal experiences. By choosing this project for her return, she wants to bring forward stories that highlight courage, hope, and self-discovery, reminding audiences that setbacks don’t define anyone’s future. When Sana opened up about Liver Cirrhosis Earlier, Sana opened up about her liver cirrhosis. She shared, “I have a liver disease, it was diagnosed in 2020. It has no specific symptoms... in this, my body cells are attacking the organ, so in my case, it’s sometimes Lupus; it hits your kidneys or causes arthritis. Samantha Ruth Prabhu has myositis, which is a muscle condition. I have it with the liver.” She further revealed, "It's said that when everything is going well, then something happens. I think with me also that happened when my career was taking off, and I had to take a pause. I was working non stop but I had to take a seat back and focus on my health. I was deteriorating, not physically, but internally. And I think for the last one and a half years I have been doing that. I have been just focusing on me, myself and my health, mentally, emotionally, and physically drained." Now on the journey to recovery and already shooting, Sana’s comeback isn’t just professional, it’s personal. It’s about embracing life again, breaking perceptions, and showing that a pause doesn’t mean the end of the story. With a fresh chapter beginning on-screen, Sana Makbul is all set to inspire with her work and her journey.
24 August,2025 06:18 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe filming of Emily in Paris Season 5 recently faced a tragedy after the assistant director Diego Borella died on the sets. According reports, Diego died while filming the show’s upcoming fifth season in Venice. The 47-year-old allegedly collapsed on Thursday night, August 21, while the crew was filming the last episode of season five at the Hotel Danieli in Venice. Emily in Paris assistant director dies on set According to reports, the preparations were made for a final scene inside Hotel Danieli in Venice when Borella was pronounced dead. The crew members claimed they saw him go down. The medical staff on the sets attempted to save Borella, but their efforts were in vain. Paramedics were called, and later a local doctor confirmed his passing, citing a "sudden heart attack" as the cause of death. The Venice health service confirmed the emergency call. The Independent reports that the officials stated, “Our ambulance arrived at 18.42 (on Thursday evening). Medics made attempts to resuscitate him. But in the end, all efforts proved fruitless. At around 19.30, he was pronounced deceased." The news outlet also claimed that the shoot was expected to wrap on Monday, August 25, with Borella overseeing the final scene. However, following his demise, the production has been stopped. The news comes just days after the first-look pictures from the fifth season were officially revealed. Lily Collins shared the update on social media and wrote, "The countdown officially begins, with a first look and release date for @emilyinparis SEASON FIVE! Emily's Italian adventure continues, from cobblestones to canals, on December 18th." According to the official synopsis, the season will show Emily as the head of Agence Grateau Rome. Amid a lot of professional and romantic challenges while adapting to life in a new city, "just as everything falls into place, a work idea backfires, and the fallout cascades into heartbreak and career setbacks. Seeking stability, Emily leans into her French lifestyle until a big secret threatens one of her closest relationships. Tackling conflict with honesty, Emily emerges with deeper connections, renewed clarity, and a readiness to embrace new possibilities," as quoted by Variety. Season 5 will premiere on December 18, 2025. About Diego Borella Diego Borella is a well-known Venetian professional, trained in Rome, London, and New York. He has also worked in the visual arts and literature. Borella recently arrived in Italy for the show's shooting. Some reports suggest he had recently shifted his energy toward writing, including poetry, fairy tales, and stories for children. Those who worked with him reportedly described him as respected and adaptable, someone who could step into different roles on international productions while still pursuing his own projects. (With inputs from ANI)
23 August,2025 10:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent'The Morning Show', one of the longest-running shows on Apple TV+, is set to return with its much-awaited fourth season on September 17. The show, which stars actors Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon in the lead, has been one of the most successful dramas since its release in 2019. According to Variety, the makers dropped the trailer of Season 4 on Wednesday, and it shows the familiar chaos returning to the newsroom. After the big UBA-NBN merger in the last season, the channel is now called UBN. But instead of peace, the staff find themselves in a storm of power struggles, censorship, and fresh rivalries. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Apple TV (@appletv) The trailer opens with Bradley (Witherspoon) saying, "I'm a firm believer in second chances. Maybe this is an opportunity to make it right." Soon after, Alex (Aniston) adds, "This is so recent: the different company, the different culture." But things quickly spiral, with Stella promising change, Mia talking about urgency in reporting, and the team dealing with shocking twists. From FBI agents escorting Bradley out of the network building to Alex being covered in paint at a public event, the season appears to be filled with plenty of drama and tension. "Isn't that why you did all of this, this cleaning of house? To make this place better?" Bradley asks in the final moments of the trailer. Alex replies with a sharp line: "You can't clean a house if you're about to blow it up." Season 4 also introduces new faces, with Oscar winners Marion Cotillard and Jeremy Irons joining the cast alongside Greta Lee, Aniston, and Witherspoon. The series, which has remained a flagship for Apple TV+ is set to premiere on September 17. 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
23 August,2025 02:16 PM IST | Washington DC | ANIAryan Khan thanked his mother, Gauri Khan, for producing both him and his directorial venture "The Ba***ds Of Bollywood" during the trailer launch event of the show. Aryan said: "I want to thank all those people, without whom it would have been impossible to make this show- the entire team of Netflix, the entire team of Red Chillies, T-Series, and Bhushan Ji (Bhushan Kumar), my co-creator, Manav and Bilal, and of course my whole cast and crew". Showing his gratitude to his mother for backing his project, he added, "Now, I would like to call my mother (Gauri Khan) on stage for producing this show, and most importantly, for producing me." Meanwhile, "The Ba***ds Of Bollywood" preview opens with Shah Rukh Khan's voiceover introducing Lakshya as Aasman Singh in the city of dreams. Next, it is shared that the outsider not only managed a hit film but also fell in love with superstar Arjun Talvar's (Bobby Deol) daughter, played by Sahher Bambba. Later, we are also introduced to Raghav Juyal as Lakshya's best friend in the film. Refreshing your memory, both Lakshay and Raghav made their Bollywood debut with "Kill". Additionally, Mona Singh will be seen as Lakshya's mother in a highly anticipated series. Big names from the industry such as Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh, and Karan Johar also graced the teaser of the show. However, Aryan was nowhere to be seen in the preview of his directorial debut. The preview of "The Ba***ds Of Bollywood" also did not feature Shah Rukh, but if the reports are to be believed, King Khan will make an appearance in the last episode of the series. "The Ba***ds of Bollywood" features Sahher Bamba and Lakshya as leads, along with Bobby Deol, Manoj Pahwa, Mona Singh, Manish Chaudhari, Raghav Juyal, Anya Singh, Vijayant Kohli, and Gautami Kapoor in significant roles. "The Ba***ds of Bollywood" is scheduled to reach the streaming giant on September 18. 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
21 August,2025 11:04 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSBollywood actress Vaani Kapoor, who is receiving positive response to her work in the recently released streaming series Mandala Murders, has said that the more content is local, the more global it will become. The actress stressed upon how important it is for the stories to be rooted to make a global impact. Talking about the same, the actress said, “Seeing ‘Mandala Murders’ trend globally for three weeks straight has been incredibly surreal. I never imagined the kind of overwhelming response it would receive. I'm beyond grateful to every single person who has watched and supported the show. This streaming debut marks a deeply personal milestone for me, one that I will cherish forever”. She further mentioned, “Mandala Murders was made with immense heart, and to see it resonate so powerfully across borders is the most meaningful reward we could have asked for. India has always been known for its mythology and stories, and I believe it’s this rootedness that allows our content to connect so deeply not just with audiences here, but also with viewers around the globe who are curious about our culture and identity”. Mandala Murders is a mythological-crime thriller series, and marked the streaming debut of Vaani Kapoor. It also marked her first collaboration with filmmaker Gopi Puthran, who is known for his work on the ‘Mardaani’ franchise. The series also stars Vaibhav Raj Gupta, Surveen Chawla, and Shriya Pilgaonkar. The show is the second series from Netflix and YRF’s creative partnership, following the global success of ‘The Railway Men’ in 2023. It is created and directed by Gopi Puthran, with Manan Rawat serving as the co-director. YRF Entertainment has produced Mandala Murders. The series is available to stream on Netflix. 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
21 August,2025 10:30 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS'Emily in Paris' is back and is now on its way to Venice. On Wednesday, the makers announced that the much-awaited fifth season will be released on Netflix in December this year. Also, a string of first-look images has been unveiled from the new season, officially confirming that Lily Collins's Emily will spend a larger portion of her time in Venice, Italy. As the head of Agence Grateau Rome, Emily will be shown facing a lot of professional and romantic challenges while trying to adapt to life in a new city, as per the show's official synopsis. "But just as everything falls into place, a work idea backfires, and the fallout cascades into heartbreak and career setbacks. Seeking stability, Emily leans into her French lifestyle until a big secret threatens one of her closest relationships. Tackling conflict with honesty, Emily emerges with deeper connections, renewed clarity, and a readiness to embrace new possibilities," it added, as quoted by Variety. "Benvenuto! The first look images from Emily in Paris are here, and they're serving up a slice of la dolce vita! Season 5 returns on December 18," the makers wrote on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Emily In Paris (@emilyinparis) In the first-look images, Collins was seen sporting a bob haircut, marking a new haircut for Emily. Also features in the pictures are Eugenio Franceschini as Marcello and Ashley Park as Mindy among others. The upcoming fifth season also features Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, Lucas Bravo, Samuel Arnold, Bruno Gouery, William Abadie, Lucien Laviscount, Thalia Besson, Paul Forman, Arnaud Binard, Minnie Driver, Bryan Greenberg, and Michele Laroque. The show's filming began in May this year, picking up after Season 4's ending, where Emily settled into her apartment in Rome to run Agence Grateau's Italian office and spend time with Marcello. Created and written by Darren Star, 'Emily in Paris' season 5 will premiere on Netflix on December 18. 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
21 August,2025 08:59 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIThe Duffer Brothers, Matt and Ross, creators of the global hit series Stranger Things (2016-2025), have signed an exclusive four-year pact with Hollywood studio Paramount. The deal, announced by Paramount on Tuesday, will cover feature films, television, and streaming projects, according to an entertainment news outlet. Stills of The Duffer Brothers’s ‘Stranger Things’ (L) and ‘Wayward Pines’ It marks a major coup for the media company as it seeks to strengthen its creative roster after it was acquired by David Ellison-led Skydance Media earlier this year. Matt and Ross Duffer, who will move to Paramount from Netflix next year, are among the most sought-after creators in Hollywood. Upcoming projects will be developed through their production company, Upside Down Pictures, led by the brothers and their producing partner and president of the company, Hilary Leavitt. “We couldn’t be more thrilled to be joining the Paramount family. To be part of that mission is not just exciting — it’s the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. And to do so at a studio with such a storied Hollywood legacy is a privilege we don’t take lightly,” the Duffer Brothers said in a statement. Earlier this month, on the first day of its merger, Paramount revealed that it had roped in actor Timothée Chalamet and director James Mangold for a motorcross heist film. 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
21 August,2025 08:00 AM IST | Los Angeles | PTIThe makers of Fallout 2 recently dropped the teaser trailer of the much-awaited and critically acclaimed global hit series at gamescom, the world’s largest gaming event. Fallout is based on a video game of the same name and is produced by Kilter Films, along with executive producers Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy. Geneva Robertson-Dworet and Graham Wagner are the executive producers, creators, and showrunners. Ever since its launch in 2024, Fallout Season One has amassed more than 100 million viewers worldwide, ranking among the top three most-watched titles ever on the platform. Fallout Season 2 teaser trailer The new season is expected to pick up in the aftermath of Season One’s epic finale, taking audiences along for a journey through the wasteland of the Mojave to the post-apocalyptic city of New Vegas. Season Two is all set to premiere in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. The teaser trailer was launched in front of a packed crowd of over 5,000 attendees at gamescom. Makers Nolan, Robertson-Dworet, and series stars Ella Purnell and Aaron Moten shared insight into Season Two’s stakes and the journey that lies ahead for series favourite characters Lucy, Maximus, and The Ghoul. They also surprised the crowd by revealing the series' teaser trailer and release date. The footage introduced a new cast member, Justin Theroux, who plays the role of Robert House, giving audiences their first glimpse of one of the Fallout universe's most terrifying post-apocalyptic predators, the Deathclaw. About Fallout Season 2 Fallout is based on one of the greatest video game series of all time. It is the story of haves and have-nots in a world in which there’s almost nothing left to have. Two hundred years post the apocalypse, the gentle denizens of luxury fallout shelters must return to the irradiated hellscape their ancestors left behind. They are left shocked to discover an incredibly complex, gleefully weird, and highly violent universe waiting for them. The series features Ella Purnell (Yellowjackets, Sweetpea), Aaron Moten (Emancipation, Father Stu), Walton Goggins (The White Lotus, The Righteous Gemstones), Kyle MacLachlan (Twin Peaks), Moisés Arias (The King of Staten Island), and Frances Turner (The Boys). During the gamescom Opening Night Live global livestream, it was also unveiled that the highly anticipated new season will premiere on December 17, 2025. It will be an eight-episode season rolling out with one new episode weekly until the season finale on February 4, 2026.
20 August,2025 03:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
