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Meena Kumari Biopic: Kriti Sanon and Manish Malhotra’s project delayed again

Meena Kumari Biopic: Kriti Sanon and Manish Malhotra’s project delayed again
  • 16 Jul 2024 06:17 AM

The eagerly anticipated Meena Kumari biopic, initially set to begin filming in 2023, has been delayed once again, now expected to start in early 2025. Kriti Sanon is slated to portray the iconic actress, with Manish Malhotra making his directorial debut. According to a Mid-day report, Malhotra is meticulously revisiting the script to ensure accuracy, with multiple script doctors vetting the material.

 

The delay allows for thorough pre-production planning, crucial for authentically recreating the golden age of Hindi cinema. Costumes, a significant aspect of the period drama, will also be carefully crafted. This yet-untitled film marks Kriti Sanon's first biopic, promising a poignant tribute to Meena Kumari, known for her unforgettable roles in classics like Baiju Bawra, Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam, and Pakeezah. The film aims to release in the first half of 2025

Cocktail 2 Teaser to Release with Dhurandhar 2  First-Look Poster Revealed

Cocktail 2 Teaser to Release with Dhurandhar 2: First-Look Poster Revealed

The highly anticipated Cocktail 2, starring Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and Kriti Sanon, has finally dropped its first-look posters, creating a buzz among fans. After teasing fans for a while, the makers have confirmed that the teaser for this much-awaited film will be exclusively shown in theatres during the preview shows of Dhurandhar 2on March 18, 2026. The first poster of Cocktail 2features Kriti Sanonrelaxing in a car, exuding a vibe reminiscent of Deepika Padukonefrom the original Co

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Ravi Teja's Oora Mass look from Waltair Veerayya revealed

Ravi Teja's Oora Mass look from Waltair Veerayya revealed

Sankranthi 2023 is going to be super exciting as we get to see Megastar Chiranjeevi and Mass Maharaja Ravi Teja together on screen in the much-awaited mass actioner Waltair Veerayya which is being directed ambitiously by director Bobby Kolli (KS Ravindra).  Already the promotional content related to Chiranjeevi got a thumping response. Ravi Teja’s pre-look poster made us anticipate inquisitively the first look and the teaser. The time has arrived as the makers u

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Globetrotter Event Unveils Varanasi  Rajamouli Reveals Mahesh Babu And Priyanka Chopra’s Epic

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Rana Daggubati, Launched 1st Single From Das Ka Dhamki

Rana Daggubati, Launched 1st Single From Das Ka Dhamki

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Official  Ram Charan To Work With Buchi Babu For RC16

Official: Ram Charan To Work With Buchi Babu For RC16

Mega hero Ram Charan recently delivered a massive box office blockbuster with RRR which also featured Jr NTR and was directed by the master craftsman SS Rajamouli. He is currently starring in another Pan India film under the direction of Shankar and this project is titled RC16.  Charan’s next film, tentatively titled RC16 has been officially announced today. Young and talented filmmaker Buchi Babu Sana who made a stellar debut with the sensational blockbuster Uppena will

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Khushboo Opens Up on Women's Safety and Self-Respect at IFFI Panel Discussion

Khushboo Opens Up on Women's Safety and Self-Respect at IFFI Panel Discussion

The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) kicked off in Goa with many celebrities attending the opening ceremony. The first-panel discussion, focusing on Women’s Safety and Cinema, took place yesterday. During the conversation, Khushboo's powerful remarks stood out. When asked if women face hardships only in the film industry, Khushboo responded by highlighting the universal struggles women face everywhere, not just in cinema. She shared an experience from her p

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Betting Apps Case  Rana Daggubati Questioned By ED Over Endorsement Payments

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Actor Rana Daggubati appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Hyderabad on August 11 in connection with the ongoing investigation into the illegal betting apps case. The ED has been probing the scam for several months, suspecting large-scale money laundering linked to the promotion of these platforms by celebrities and influencers. Officials have been questioning multiple high-profile names from the entertainment industry to understand the financial

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Thaai Kizhavi Surpasses Rs 50 Crore Mark, Radikaa Sarathkumar’s Film Shatters Industry Norms

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Thaai Kizhavi, a Tamil comedy-drama led by 63-year-old actress Radikaa Sarathkumar, has achieved an impressive global box office milestone by crossing Rs 50 crore in earnings. Directed by debutant Sivakumar Murugesan, the film has made waves in the industry for breaking conventional norms, particularly by thriving without the support of a male star. This feat is notable given the Tamil film industry's ongoing struggle for a significant hit since the start of the year. The film’s plot revolves ar

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