Ameesha Patel takes cryptic dig at “fake PR machinery” in series of explosive tweets; claims actresses without solo blockbusters are calling themselves stars

Ameesha Patel has sparked a fresh debate on stardom, PR culture, and box office credibility in the film industry after posting a series of cryptic tweets on X. Though the actress did not mention anyone directly, her remarks came shortly after The Hollywood Reporter India, in partnership with Ormax Media, released a list of the “10 stars under 50 ruling Indian cinema in 2026.” Interestingly, the list featured only two actresses, Deepika Padukone and Shraddha Kapoor.

In one of her tweets, Ameesha wrote, “Never feel bad or upset at certain negative YouTubers who always wake up with negativity and criticism for all the stars. We as stars should feel happy for them rather than getting affected. After all, by speaking ill about us all, their kitchen running.”

The actress further spoke about the difference between actors and “superstars,” claiming that the title should only belong to those who have delivered historic box office successes. “Call ur self a super star only if u have achieved any sort of work that creates history and havoc at the box office. Until then stop playing PR games to call urself a super star,” she posted.

Without naming anyone, Ameesha also questioned actresses who, according to her, have not delivered solo blockbusters but are still projected as top stars through public relations campaigns. She wrote, “Loads of female actresses who haven’t even achieved 1 solo blockbuster in their careers till date are calling themselves stars.”

The actress also argued that box office benchmarks have changed over time. “Today 100 cr is nothing,” she wrote while criticising what she described as “PR machinery” promoting actresses as the industry’s number one or number two stars.

Amid the discussion, Ameesha also highlighted her own filmography, pointing to Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai, Gadar: Ek Prem Katha, and Gadar 2 as examples of major theatrical successes. She claimed that all three remain among the biggest hits of her co-stars’ careers as well.

Ending her tweet thread on a confident note, Ameesha teased the possibility of Gadar 3. “GADAR 3 will come for sure and jab aayegi, theatre mein hungama mach jayega,” she wrote, adding that a Rs 500 crore box office collection would be “just the minimum” for the franchise.

Ameesha Patel’s tweets remain open to interpretation for fans.

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Rohit Sharma hints at TV debut with Sony Pictures Networks India teaser, watch

Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) is set to bring World Cup-winning captain Rohit Sharma to audiences across the country. Hinting at his much-anticipated entertainment debut, Sony Pictures Networks India has unveiled an exciting teaser that offers a glimpse into a fresh new collaboration, one that is already sparking buzz and curiosity among fans.

The teaser captures fans in a frenzy as they crowd around Rohit, eagerly urging him to deliver his now-iconic “Koi bhi garden mein nahi ghumega” line. In a playful nod to how a spontaneous on-field remark became a viral pop-culture moment, the teaser humorously showcases the frenzy surrounding this dialogue. Reacting to the overwhelming craze, Rohit quips, “Do line kya bol di, itna viral ho gaya… jab mera poora show aayega toh kya hoga?”

 

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Packed with humour, charisma, and intrigue, this light-hearted teaser from Sony Pictures Networks India sets the stage for what promises to be the biggest entertainment debut of the year. With Rohit Sharma bringing his trademark wit and effortless charm to the screen, viewers can expect an entertainment spectacle unlike any other coming soon to Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV.

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Gullak Season 5 officially confirmed; Anant V Joshi replaces Vaibhav Raj Gupta in TVF show

TVF (The Viral Fever) is one of the biggest content creators that has delivered some gems of content which have always struck a chord with the audience. With their relatable shows, they have proved that no one understands the audience better than them. While every TVF show opens to a phenomenal response, the anticipation for its next season also grows immensely.

TVF recently witnessed massive success with their series Sapne vs Everyone, which has emerged as one of the biggest web series of recent times. And now, with Gullak Season 5, TVF is proving to be a hit machine, delivering one successful web series after another. It is safe to say that, across every platform, for quality content, we can always rely on TVF.

Yes, after the success of Sapne vs Everyone Season 2, it’s time for Gullak Season 5. While all the previous four seasons of Gullak received tremendous love from the audience, the anticipation for its fifth season was at its peak. Now, the wait is finally over. The makers took to their social media and shared an adorable picture with the caption – "Aisa lag raha hai... Mishra nivaas mein kuch badal gaya hai... Aapko bhi Samajh aaraha hai kya?"

 

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With Sapne vs Everyone featured in IMDb’s Top 250 TV Shows list, The Viral Fever (TVF) is dominating the global content space. The other TVF shows in IMDb's Top 250 TV shows in the world list are TVF Pitchers with 9.1 rating (64), Panchayat with 9.0 rating (70), Gullak with 9.1 rating (74), Kota Factory with 9.0 rating (86), Aspirants with 9.1 rating (130), Yeh Meri Family with 8.9 rating (183).

TVF has surpassed several recent major releases like The Devil Wears Prada 2, Ek Din, Shivaji, Patriot, and Netflix’s Glory, emerging as one of the most trusted production houses when it comes to delivering exceptional content across India, the South, and even Hollywood.

Moreover, TVF truly owned the spotlight at Prime Video Presents with a power-packed lineup of announcements. Be it films like Vvan and College Fest, new shows like Pyramid and Vansh, or the much-awaited new seasons of Aspirants, Panchayat, Gram Chikitsalay, Sapne vs Everyone, and Sandeep Bhaiya, their slate was as diverse as it gets. A one-of-a-kind showcase that made TVF the ultimate winner of the night.

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BREAKING: Dhurandhar The Revenge’s ‘Raw and Undekha’ version to drop internationally on Netflix on May 14; to be three minutes longer than the theatrical version

Dhurandhar The Revenge completed 50 glorious days today, May 8. The film has continued to do well in cinemas since day 1, and in a week’s time, it will finally drop on OTT. Bollywood Hungama has learned that Dhurandhar The Revenge will release on Netflix in international territories from May 14. Interestingly, the viewers will get to catch a longer version online.

Today, the overseas audiences learned that the Netflix app displays the information that Dhurandhar The Revenge will drop internationally on May 14. Interestingly, the title displayed on the streaming platform is ‘Dhurandhar The Revenge (Raw and Undekha)’. And that’s not all. The run time shown on the app is 3 hours and 52 mins. The theatrical version’s duration is 3 hours, 49 minutes and 6 seconds. Hence, the OTT version is longer by 3 minutes.

Dhurandhar stars Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun, Rakesh Bedi and others. It is produced by Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios and Aditya Dhar and Lokesh Dhar of B62 Studios and written and directed by Aditya Dhar. The first part was released on December 5, 2025 and became an all-time blockbuster, breaking all records. The sequel, Dhurandhar The Revenge, was an even bigger hit and set new records.

It now remains to be seen whether Dhurandhar The Revenge will also be available in an extended version in India. In the home country, the film will stream on JioHotstar.

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Shakti Kapoor reacts to death hoax, says “My death news is all fake”; actor to file cyber complaint

Veteran actor Shakti Kapoor has strongly reacted to fake reports of his demise that recently surfaced online. The actor took to social media to personally dismiss the rumours and reassure fans and loved ones that he is safe, healthy, and doing absolutely fine.

In a short video message shared online, the actor addressed the misleading reports directly and urged everyone not to believe them. “Hello everyone. My death news is all fake. I am healthy and happy. Please ignore it”, he said.

Expressing disappointment over the circulation of such rumours, Shakti Kapoor also revealed that he intends to take legal action against those responsible for spreading the false information. “I am going to file a cyber complaint about it because this is not good,” he added in the video.

 

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Soon after the actor posted the clarification, several fans flooded the comments section with messages of relief and support. Many users condemned the spread of fake news on social media and called for stricter action against individuals who create and circulate such hoaxes involving celebrities.

With a career spanning over five decades, Shakti Kapoor has remained one of the most recognizable faces in Hindi cinema. The actor gained immense popularity through his villainous and comic performances in films across the 1980s and 1990s. His memorable portrayals in movies like Andaz Apna Apna and Raja Babu continue to enjoy a cult following among audiences even today.

In recent years, the actor has continued to appear selectively in films while maintaining his presence in the entertainment industry. He was recently seen in projects like Animal and Mere Husband Ki Biwi.

Apart from his own career, Shakti Kapoor is also known as the father of actors Shraddha Kapoor and Siddhanth Kapoor. Shraddha Kapoor, in particular, has been enjoying a successful phase professionally with her last two films - Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar and Stree 2 emerging as major successes.

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Nora Fatehi apologises to NCW over ‘Sarke Chunar’ controversy; says, “There was no intention to offend anybody”

Actor-dancer Nora Fatehi appeared before the National Commission for Women (NCW) on May 7 in connection with the controversy surrounding the song ‘Sarke Chunar’ from the upcoming film KD – The Devil. The actress addressed the matter before the commission and issued an apology, stating that there was no intention to hurt sentiments through the track.

Speaking after her appearance before the commission, Nora told ANI, “It was just a situation that I was put in, and there was no intention to offend anybody, but of course I have to be responsible as an artist. I definitely apologise, we have done everything in writing. They have been so kind and helpful. It's really important for us to give back to society. So, I decided that we should sponsor a few orphan girls, their education, so that is the goal after this matter.”

#WATCH | Delhi | Actor-dancer Nora Fatehi today appeared before the National Commission for Women (NCW), in connection with the matter pertaining to the song Sarke Chunar

She says, "I apologise as I have to be responsible as an artist. There was no intention to offend anybody.… pic.twitter.com/OAcvyUaE4C — ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2026

The controversy dates back to March 2026 when the NCW had taken suo motu cognizance of media reports alleging obscenity and vulgarity in the song ‘Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke’. The commission had then shared an official statement on social media expressing concern over the content of the track.

The statement read, “The National Commission for Women, in exercise of its powers under the NCW Act, 1990, has taken suo motu cognizance of media reports alleging obscenity and vulgarity in the song “Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke.” Observing that the content prima facie appears to be sexually suggestive, objectionable, and violative of provisions under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, IT Act, and POCSO Act, the Commission has taken serious note of the matter. Summons have been issued to Actress Nora Fatehi, Raqueeb Alam, Actor Sanjay Dutt, Venkat K. Narayana (Producer, KVN Group), and Kiran Kumar (Director) directing them to appear before the Commission.”

The summons asking Nora to appear before the commission was issued on May 6. And, the actress eventually appeared on May 7 to clarify her stance and respond to the concerns raised by the statutory body.

The development has once again brought discussions around creative freedom, censorship, and accountability in entertainment content into focus. Meanwhile, KD – The Devil continues to remain one of the talked-about upcoming projects owing to its ensemble cast and ongoing controversies surrounding the film’s promotional material.

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Sanjay Dutt starrer Aakhri Sawal gets CBFC clearance; makers lock May 15 release date

The makers of Aakhri Sawal have officially announced the film’s new release date after resolving recent certification delays with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Headlined by Sanjay Dutt, the film is now slated for a grand theatrical release on May 15, 2026. Along with confirming the release date, the team also unveiled a new poster featuring the ensemble cast and announced that the much-awaited trailer of the film will be launched tomorrow.

Aakhri Sawal has been generating considerable curiosity ever since its announcement, particularly due to its teaser which hinted at politically and historically sensitive themes linked to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. The teaser had sparked widespread discussion online for its intense tone and references to historical events.

However, the film recently encountered hurdles during the CBFC review process, leading to uncertainty around both its release schedule and promotional campaign. The certification delay reportedly put the trailer launch plans on hold while the makers awaited official clearance.

Now, with the censor process completed and the film receiving the green signal, the production team has resumed its promotional rollout. Sharing the latest poster on social media, the makers wrote, “Tomorrow, the nation will witness the truth. The wait is over — the most awaited trailer drops tomorrow. #AakhriSawal Trailer out tomorrow Get ready to know the answer on 15th May only in cinemas.”

 

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Apart from Sanjay Dutt, the film also stars Namashi Chakraborty, Tridha Choudhury, Amit Sadh, Neetu Chandra and Sameera Reddy in pivotal roles. The project has been directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Abhijeet Mohan Warang and written by Utkarsh Naithani, who has handled the story, screenplay and dialogues.

Presented by Nikhil Nanda, the film is produced by Nikhil Nanda and Sanjay Dutt, with Puneet Nanda, Dr. Deepak Singh, Gaurav Dubey and Ujjwal Anand serving as co-producers. Aakhri Sawal will release in Hindi, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam, aiming for a wide pan-India theatrical reach.

With the CBFC hurdle now behind it and the trailer launch set for tomorrow, the film’s promotional campaign is expected to intensify in the coming days ahead of its May 15 release.

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