Months after the release of the Dhurandhar duology, the portrayal of Ranveer Singh as Hamza continues to be discussed within the film industry. Actor Abhishek Banerjee has now shared his assessment of the performance, calling it one of the best he has seen and describing the role as more challenging for an actor than Ranveers acclaimed portrayal of Alauddin Khilji in Padmaavat. Speaking about Ranveers performance as Hamza, Abhishek Banerjee said, It's one of the best performances I've ever seen and Ranveer Singh, what he did, I think it's one of the best. I don't have anybody to compare with. It is his best. Abhishek was subsequently asked whether he considered Ranveers Alauddin Khilji from Padmaavat to be a stronger performance than Hamza. He felt that Hamza presented a different set of challenges for the actor. Trust me, this is more difficult than Khilji. As an actor, I can tell. I don't know whether he'll agree to it or not. But I think Khilji, whether, see, I'm saying Khilji, if he didn't do it, somebody else did it, Khilji would still be Khilji. Hamza, on paper, no matter how good he is, you have to really, really, you know, be at it to get those emotions out. Especially the scene where, the second part, how it starts and he starts killing for his sister. The rage, I have not seen something like that in a long, long, long time, he shared. According to Abhishek, a key distinction between the two characters lies in how much the actors interpretation contributes to their impact. While Khilji comes with a recognisable historical identity and a larger-than-life persona, Hamza required Ranveer to build the character through his performance and emotional detailing. The actors comments also highlight the impact of Hamzas emotional arc, particularly the sequences in Dhurandhar: The Revenge involving his sister. Ranveers physicality, voice modulation, expressions and portrayal of rage became significant aspects of the characters presentation. The performance has also been accompanied by a strong theatrical run for the Dhurandhar franchise. Meanwhile, Ranveer is set to headline Pralay, which will also mark his debut as a producer under his banner Maa Kasam Films. The project will add another chapter to the actors upcoming slate following the success and attention surrounding his work as Hamza. Also Read: Abhishek Banerjee steps down as casting director at Casting Bay to shift focus completely to acting career
Tiger Shroff is giving audiences a glimpse into his involvement with Prowl, his mens personal care and active lifestyle brand. In a newly released video, the actor is seen taking an active role in the product development process, including testing, discussing and fine-tuning products intended for everyday use. The video, shared by Prowl, carries the caption: Behind every product is a process. The testing, the conversations, the fine-tuning all to build something men can use every day. Built with @tigerjackieshroff, for men who stay ready. A new chapter is taking shape. PROWL. Born Ready. The film focuses on the work that goes into developing the products, with Tiger participating in conversations and trials rather than simply featuring as the face of the brand. It also offers a look at the actors involvement in Prowl as an entrepreneur and founder. Prowl is positioned as a mens personal care and active lifestyle brand built around everyday grooming and a straightforward approach to personal care. The latest video highlights Tigers participation in shaping the products and their development. View this post on Instagram A post shared by PROWL (@prowlactive) Tiger had officially launched Prowl Mens Grooming, a skincare range aimed at men, earlier this month. Speaking about his association with the brand at the time, the actor said, We arent selling vanity. Were selling confidence, preparation, and positive masculinity. He further explained his involvement with the products, saying, Prowl products are made for men like me who need to be ready on set, at the gym, or on the go. Ive used every product and personally approved the texture, smell, and feel. Theyre my daily essentials and now they can be yours too. The latest brand film comes as Tiger continues to have multiple projects in discussion. He is expected to have signed an untitled action film directed by Remo DSouza, which is also reported to feature Abhishek Banerjee, Nushrratt Bharuccha, Elvish Yadav and Pashmina Roshan. Tigers name has also been linked to the upcoming Race 4 aka Race reboot, which is reportedly being developed with Sidharth Malhotra and Aamir Khan. The casting and other details of the project are yet to be officially announced. Meanwhile, through Prowl, Tiger continues to expand his involvement beyond acting, with the latest video putting the focus on his role in the development and positioning of the brand. Also Read: Tiger Shroff to miss Mumbay FCs Durand Cup match against Nongkseh SS&CC due to work commitment
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The Dil Chahta Hai Reunion happened yesterday August 28 at a suburban hotel in Mumbai. It was organized by Amazon Music and We Are Yuva. The event saw the presence of almost the entire team of the film Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Dimpla Kapadia, Sonali Kulkarni, Farhan Akhtar, Ritesh Sidhwani, Javed Akhtar, Shankar Mahadevan, Ehsaan Noorani and Loy Mendonsa get nostalgic on 25 years of the iconic film. Aamir revealed that the initial script of Dil Chahta Hai was written entirely in English. When I heard the script for the first time, I just loved it, he said. Farhan had narrated it to me but he had written the entire script in English. So, all the lines that the characters were speaking were in English. Because of the milieu and the backdrop of these characters, it was quite natural that they were speaking in English. So, at the end of the narration, I told Farhan, Its a great script. But are you planning to make this in English?. He said, No, I want to make it in Hindi. I told him, I dont know how would you translate this flavour, which you are getting in English. Aamir continued, English is a very economical language. I said, If its going into Hindi, you might not be able to retain the flavour that you currently have in English. If you want to make it in Hindi, you write it in Hindi and get it to me. I want to hear how it sounds in Hindi. He said, Cool, give me a couple of months. The actor said that he was sure the script is not going to work in Hindi. I was so sure that its very difficult to translate that English into Hindi, said Aamir. I was pretty sure that when I hear the Hindi version, I am going to cringe. But when I heard the Hindi version, I was blown. Thats when I realized even more sharply that the emotion that you are feeling, you can convey that cool-ness in any language. You can convey any flavour in any language. We assume that English badi cool language hai; no. Hindi is as cooler language. You should know how to use it. Also Read: Fahan Akhtar reveals he borrowed from people he knew while writing Dil Chahta Hai characters: I told them, What nonsense. This is not you, I imagined it all by myself
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Akshay Oberoi impressed the audience with his short but impactful performance in Yash-starrer Toxic. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, the talented and dashing actor spoke about his experience of working on the film a lot more. Toxic is your biggest film to date. What are your thoughts now that it has finally released in cinemas? You said it yourself. Its the biggest film I have done. It has opened me up to an audience that didnt know me. Theres a chunk of cinemagoing audience in the South that are probably discovering my work for the first time. Across the country, the film probably must be playing in around 12,000-13,000 screens. Also, the box office number on the day of release has been astronomical. Some films do such numbers in their lifetime and they are called successful. Hence, its been very cool to be a part of that experience. It was also lovely to be on the promotional tour. I am grateful to Boss (Yash) and Geetu Mohandas that they even invited me to come, celebrate and promote the film across the country. It was super-fun (smiles). Before Toxic, Geetu Mohandas had made small-budget films like Liar's Dice (2013) and Moothon (2019). Did you ever imagine that Toxic was going to be a big-scale production when it was offered to you? Well, we are all plugged into the business. Hence, I knew that Geetu Mohandas was doing a film with Boss. Once I found out that the film being offered to me is directed by her, I knew what the film was. Udti-udti khabarein suni thi maine ki aisi koi film ban rahi hai. As a result, I knew the scale of the film a day before she was going to call to offer me the film. In my mind, it was already a yes. It was not like main baat karunga aur fir main sochunga. I was sure Ill give my nod for the project. At the Toxic trailer launch in Bengaluru, you revealed that you were told to mouth a dialogue from The Godfather (1972) as part of your audition Yes. She saw my film Fighter (2024), after which she got in touch with me. It's all thanks to her 13-year-old daughter, by the way! Geetus meeting had got cancelled and she was free. Her daughter insisted that she wanted to see Fighter. She agreed. She saw me in Fighter, liked my performance and sourced my number. She told casting director Yash Nagarkoti that I know how he acts in Hindi, but I want to see how he acts in English. Hence, I was asked to send an audio of me speaking an English dialogue. I agreed and asked Yash Nagarkoti which scene I should perform. He told me to mouth a dialogue of Moe Greenes character from The Godfather. However, instead of simply sending an audio clip, I wore a suit, did my hair, performed the entire scene on camera and sent it to her. She told me she hadnt expected that. I replied, I was getting a chance to act in front of you. I wasnt going to miss that opportunity. Audio bhej ke kya karta main? If I had a chance to make you watch me act, I thought I should put it on tape and do it in the best way possible. Thats how I bagged the part. Its the film where I probably learned the most, including about the business of cinema. There were so many big stars and hence, it was a complete learning graph. Was your death scene the most difficult one? Yes. Having said that, I dont ever view acting like a difficult thing. Its a joy. Getting a scene like that was so much fun. Of course, I am crying and screaming in that sequence. But I never find acting a burden and I am not like, Oh, I have to do such a scene aur isliye main 4 ghante soch raha hoon. I go with the flow and be in the moment. I work a lot on the character, like who the guy is, what he is after, where he has come from etc. I also make sure that I know my lines very, very well. Then, you surrender to the moment. You have fun. Similarly, after completing that days shoot, I didnt go home thinking, Oh, what a difficult day. Thank God, its over. Instead, I was sad because the best scene I had in the film, the one where I got to do the most acting, was over! Were you shocked reading the twist in the climax of Toxic when the film was offered to you? No, as we were only narrated until where we were in the film. Nobody knew the rest of the script! As time went on and because I got close to Geetu and Boss, I was able to roughly figure things out. You addressed Yash as Boss. Since when are you doing that and how did it start? Its a title given to him by his ardent fans who know him since the beginning of his career. Later on, he got the tag of Rocking Star Yash. However, the Boss title predates the Rocking Star Yash tag. And the title is apt because he is a boss. Everyone on the set and the people working for his production house, Monster Mind Creations, also call him Boss as hes such a leader. Toh woh dil se cheez nikalti hai. I just cant call him Yash sir, it has to be Boss. Seeing him exposed me to so many things about my own career. I realized I am running behind big producers and directors. I guess doing so is important as well. But this man has believed in himself and invested in himself. Of course, hes an actor par excellence, but he has learned every department of filmmaking from lighting and editing to screenplay, distribution, production design and practically every other aspect of the craft. Hes curating his own content and carving his own path. Hes not waiting for anybody. The problem of an actor is that we wait for that one phone call that would change our lives. Hence, when I saw him, I realized that theres a whole different way of achieving your dream. This is the reason people like Yash are called path-breakers. When I saw that, it made me realize that mere andar yeh cheez nahin thi. But now I have imbibed the quality from him and youll see me implementing it big time in the next few years. I dont know exactly when, but I know how. For that reason, I have to call him Boss. I have given him that place in my mind and heart as hes that for me. Also Read: Akshay Oberoi says he feels fortunate to join Geetu Mohandas female-led cast in Toxic
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Shabana Azmi has linked Batwara 1947s weak box-office performance to audiences struggling to accept Sunny Deol as an Indian Muslim character. She praised the films message of humanity, questioned reactions to its India-Pakistan theme and called the response contradictory
India Doubles Radiation Cap For 5G Towers, Aligns Norms With Global Benchmark: Report
Simbu urges producers to give small films 'that extra push' in theatres
India and Argentina Strengthen Economic Ties with Focus on Lithium, Pharma, and Agriculture
New Delhi, August 29: India and Argentina have taken significant steps to strengthen their economic and strategic relations. During the fourth meeting of the India-Argentina Joint Trade Committee (JTC) held in Buenos Aires, progress was reviewed on the roadmap established during Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit to Argentina in 2025. Both nations reiterated their commitment ... Read more India and Argentina Strengthen Economic Ties with Focus on Lithium, Pharma, and Agriculture
Hockey India announces cash award of Rs 50 lakh for Indian Women
Hockey India has announced a cash award of 50 lakh rupees for the Indian Womens Hockey Team for their historic fifth-place finish at the FIH Hockey Womens World Cup 2026 in Belgium and the Netherlands. India defeated World No. 5 Germany 3-1 in Amstelveen on Thursday. It is Indias best World Cup finish since the []
Akshay Oberoi addresses backlash over Toxic amid mixed reviews
Vishal said his heart is heavy seeing the situation and promised that every single penny from the concerts will go towards helping those affected
Samay Raina's Indias Got Latent has turned several of its contestants into familiar names on social media. Recently, the comedian dropped a new episode on YouTube and Netflix, featuring guests like Archana Puran Singh, Orry, Sharon Verma and Nishant Suri. Ever since the episode aired, it has been garnering a lot of traction online, especially because of its winner, Chello Meme. The influencer from Arunachal Pradesh delivered a perfect score for her act and impressed the judges. Let us tell you more about her and who she is.
Temasek backs Singapore Airlines' investment in Air India amid scrutiny
Temasek did not address whether it would support any capital contribution by Singapore Airlines to Air India
Women's Asia Cup: India Battle For Continental Glory As Thailand Opener Awaits (preview)
Dubai International Cricket Stadium: The Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women's team will aim to put 2024's complacency behind them and show their muscle in a battle for Asia Cup glory. The continental showpiece, hosted in the UAE, kicked off on Friday with Thailand beating Hong Kong China in the opener, but the most successful side in the competition's history, India, will take the field on Sunday against Thailand. India enter the Asia Cup on the back of their second consecutive group-stage exit at the T20 World Cup, despite an unprecedented ODI world crown to their name. They largely field the same squad that played the T20 World Cup in England earlier this year, with only Yastika Bhatia, Shreyanka Patil (fitness) and Jemimah Rodrigues (hamstring injury) missing from that roster. Pratika Rawal's maiden T20I call-up for the Asia Cup, as a replacement for Rodrigues, came as a surprise to many, as she last played a T20 game in November 2024. The Women in Blue have dropped Yastika, while leg-spinner Prema Rawat, who replaced Shreyanka at the World Cup, kept her place. The bowling front remains unchanged, with a Renuka Singh-led pace attack that also includes Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Gaud and Nandani Sharma, and will look to assert its authority. The spin department features Radha Yadav, Deepti Sharma and Shree Charani. Meanwhile, Vaishnavi Sharma, Pooja Vastrakar and Asha Sobhana have not made the cut for the squad. Eyes will also be on how India field their Playing XI, especially who replaces Rodrigues, and the game against Thailand could offer a glimpse of their mindset when selecting combinations. Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma are likely to be at the top, while it could come down to Pratika or Kamalini battling for Rodrigues' spot at No.3. Harmanpreet Kaur, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh and Bharti Fulmali are likely to form the middle order, while the toss-up will be among the pacers. Radha Yadav and Charani will be pushing for a place if India decide to pick two spinners. Thailand are coming into this tournament on the back of confidence. They won the Women's Premier Cup in June by beating the UAE in the final and have also started this tournament on a high note. Left-arm spinner Thipatcha Putthawong is their bowling lynchpin and is the highest wicket-taker in the history of women's T20I cricket, with 169 wickets to her name. She went past India's Deepti with a 1-23 against Hong Kong. Off-spinner Onnicha Kamchomphu is doing good work too. She took 3-27 in the opener against Hong Kong and reached her 150th T20I wicket. 25-year-old wicket-keeper Nannapat Koncharoenkai is a rising star and their leading run-scorer with 2806 runs to her name. Eyes will also be on Phannita Maya and Natthakan Chantham as Thailand eye a strong outing against favourites India. When: Sunday, August 30, 8:30 PM IST Where: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai Where to watch: The match will be shown live on the Sony Sports Network and live-streamed on the SonyLiv app and website. Squads: Where to watch: The match will be shown live on the Sony Sports Network and live-streamed on the SonyLiv app and website. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Thailand: Naruemol Chaiwai (c), Nannapat Koncharoenkai, Natthakan Chantham, Chanida Sutthiruang, Suleeporn Laomi, Onnicha Kamchomphu, Thipatcha Putthawong, Phannita Maya, Aphisara Suwanchonrathi, Sunida Chaturongrattana, Chayanisa Phengpaen, Nannaphat Chaihan, Koranit Suwanchonrathi, Thanrada Seesawan, Naomi Hamilton. Article Source: IANS
Exclusive: Emraan Hashmi tests positive for swine flu amid Awarapan 2 success
Exclusive Emraan Hashmi tests positive for swine flu amid Awarapan success
Cardi B opens up about balancing four kids and her music career
Cardi B reflected on balancing motherhood with her demanding music career, highlighting how much her life has changed over the years. The rapper shared that seven years and four children later, she continues to pursue her career while embracing her responsibilities as a mother
3 young Indian cricketers who can earn 'legend' status
Indian cricket is blessed with a wealth of talent, both young and experienced.
'King100': See explosive 1st glimpse of Nagarjuna's 100th film
The much-anticipated 100th film of actor Nagarjuna Akkineni has been officially titled King100.
'Toxic' BO Day 4 [LIVE]: Yash and Kiara Advani film crosses Rs 171 crore India net
Yash starrer and Geetu Mohandas directed 'Toxic: A Fairytale For Grown-Ups' continues its dominant box office run into Day 4, having already crossed the Rs 221 crore worldwide mark within its first three days. Having already smashed past Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar's opening-day numbers within hours of release, Yash's gangster epic has continued to build on that momentum through its first weekend, and the film now looks poised to chase even bigger targets as it settles into its weekday run.
Nimisha Sajayan on Babita Singh Reporting: 'Thank you for trusting me with Baby'
Stating that it was truly inspiring to watch the director at work, the actress praised Ambiecka Pandit for the conviction and clarity that she had and for giving her actors the space and freedom to explore.
Toronto-based Indian engineer missing in Nepal floods, family seeks help
Torontobased Indian engineer missing in Nepal floods family seeks help
India finish eighth at FIH World Cup after shoot-out defeat to Belgium
Meta Description: Harmanpreet Singh's late penalty-corner equaliser forced a shoot-out, but India settled for an eighth-place finish at the FIH World Cup
'Qissa' director to helm short film 'Lasya: The Gentle Dance'
Anup Singh, the director of Qissa and The Song of Scorpions, is set to helm a new short film titled Lasya: The Gentle Dance.
Ajay Devgn is set to return as one of his most memorable characters, Vijay Salgaonkar, with the much-awaited Drishyam The Conclusion. The third instalment of the Hindi crime thriller franchise is scheduled to release theatrically on October 2, 2026, promising to take forward the gripping story of Vijay and his family. The makers recently dropped a poster confirming the release date with a powerful statement that captures Vijays central motivation: Sahi ya galat, jo bhi ho... main apni family ke liye kisi bhi hadh tak ja sakta hoon (Whether it is right or wrong, whatever it is. I can go to any extent for my family). The announcement once again puts the spotlight on Vijay Salgaonkar, a man willing to cross every line to protect his loved ones. Presented by Star Studio18, Drishyam The Conclusion is a Panorama Studios production directed by Abhishek Pathak. The screenplay and writing credits include Abhishek Pathak, Aamil Keeyan Khan and Parveez Shaikh. The film is produced by Alok Jain, Ajit Andhare, Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak. The Drishyam franchise has established a strong following among audiences with its combination of crime, suspense, family drama and psychological tension. The Hindi films, starring Ajay Devgn as Vijay Salgaonkar, are adaptations of the Malayalam franchise led by Mohanlal. Over the years, the Hindi series has developed a cult following, particularly for its layered storytelling and Vijays elaborate attempts to protect his family. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Star Studio18 (@starstudio18) Set against the backdrop of Goa, Drishyam The Conclusion will once again revolve around Vijay Salgaonkar but this time it will be focusing more on the emotional aftermath of the events surrounding a murder. Having spent years attempting to stay ahead of the police and protect his family, Vijay now faces another chapter in a story that has continued to haunt him. With Ajay Devgn reprising the role, the third chapter is expected to further explore Vijays battle between protecting his family and confronting the emotional consequences of his actions. The title Drishyam The Conclusion also signals that the upcoming film could bring the long-running story of the Salgaonkar family to its decisive chapter. Drishyam The Conclusion is slated to release in cinemas on October 2, 2026. Also Read: Drishyam The Conclusion director Abhishek Pathak says story continues from where Drishyam 2 ended
Bangladesh confirms J-10CE jet deal with China, cites fighter jet downed in India-Pakistan clash
Bangladesh officially confirmed a deal to acquire Chinese J-10CE fighter jets. The nation cited the aircraft's reported combat performance during a recent conflict. This procurement includes attack and transport helicopters and UAV systems. The jets are priced lower than European or American alternatives. Bangladesh is China's second-largest arms buyer after Pakistan.
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], August 29: As India's fashion, beauty and lifestyle ecosystem is witnessing increasing adoption of personalised shopping, creator-led commerce and instant gratification, Myntra is playing a key role in strengthening the future of e-commerce with its cutting-edge tech-led innovations in these aspects. At its flagship brand conclave, Myntra Tech Threads 2026, themed 'Where Velocity Meets Voice,' the company showcased an expansive suite of pioneering AI-led innovations, tech-enabled hyperlocal delivery infrastructure and social commerce features designed to enhance how consumers discover style and how brands scale.
Amitabh Bachchan on sibling bond: The youngest child often gets away with a lot
Amitabh Bachchan reflected on sibling relationships, sharing an observation about the youngest child in a family. The veteran actor said younger siblings often receive more indulgence and can get away with a lot compared with their elder brothers or sisters
Women's Junior Asia Cup Hockey: India to open campaign against Korea
The Indian women's junior hockey team will begin their Asia Cup campaign against South Korea. The squad has completed extensive preparations under their new coach, Tim White. They previously played matches during an exposure tour in the United Kingdom. India will face Malaysia, Japan, and hosts China in subsequent group stage games. The team aims to perform well against strong Asian competitors in China.
Mumbai: With just a week to go for the premiere of Bigg Boss 20, the excitement around the upcoming season is reaching its peak. While several television and film personalities are reportedly set to enter the controversial reality show, the latest name to make headlines is actor Faissal Khan, brother of Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Indias housing market sees structural shift towards premium, luxury homes: CareEdge Ratings
Indias housing market is seeing a structural shift towards premium and luxury homes, with affordable housing losing share in new launches. CareEdge Ratings said stronger demand from affluent buyers and rising development costs are driving the shift, even as housing sales moderate in some major cities amid affordability pressures and cautious sentiment.
Amitabh Bachchan calls Nepal flood devastation unbearable to watch
Amitabh Bachchan calls Nepal flood devastation unbearable to watch
