BREAKING: CBFC censors Dr Ambedkar's visuals, mention of Vijay's political party TVK in Jana Nayagan; removes 'Om' and 'New India'

Sometime back, we informed viewers that Thalapathy Vijay’s last film, Jana Nayagan, has finally been passed by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) after a seven-month struggle that dominated the headlines at regular intervals. In this article, we'll focus on the cuts given to the action entertainer.

To begin with, the visuals of Dr B R Ambedkar on the cover page of a book were asked to be modified. However, there's no change to the duration of the scene. The dialogue ‘Ambedkar sattam…TVK sattam’ was asked to be replaced. Also, the word ‘TVK’, which stands for Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, has been either muted or modified, wherever used in the film.

Further, the visuals of the Indian flag falling on the ground were asked to be deleted. The words 'Bhagavatham', 'Ranganathar' and two abusive words were asked to be muted. The word 'Om' was removed wherever uttered and the same applies to the words, 'New India', which were uttered when the characters are explaining about Operation Meluha. A certain dialogue about social media was also asked to be censored.

The visual of DC's official badge rolling down disrespectfully was removed and replaced. A certain dialogue about a character talking disrespectfully about a woman was muted. The word 'Siluvalia' was muted while the name 'Sheela Rani' was replaced wherever uttered. Lastly, the child burning visuals were deleted in two places.

In all, 20 seconds of the film was censored. Once these changes were made, Jana Nayagan was passed with an 'A' certificate on July 9. The length of the film, as mentioned on the censor certificate, is 183.21 minutes. In other words, Jana Nayagan is 3 hours, 3 minutes and 21 seconds long.

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BREAKING: Dhamaal 4 ends with the promise of the next installment – Dhamaal 5

The much awaited Dhamaal 4 is all set to release tomorrow, July 10, and the excitement is tremendous due to the casting, hilarious trailer and popularity of the franchise. It seems like the makers are very confident that just like the previous parts, the fourth part of the Dhamaal franchise will also be a hit. This is because they have ended the film with a hint of a sequel.

A source told Bollywood Hungama, "At the end of Dhamaal 4, there's a scene which indicates that Dhamaal 5 is also in the offing. And just like the first four parts, Dhamaal 5 is also expected to be a madcap, crazy entertainer, going by the sequence."

Directed by Indra Kumar, Dhamaal 4 brings back the franchise’s core cast, including Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Sanjay Mishra, and Jaaved Jaaferi. The ensemble cast also features Esha Gupta, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Anjali Anand, Upendra Limaye, Vijay Patkar, and Ravi Kishan, adding new faces to the comedy series.

Dhamaal 4 is presented by Gulshan Kumar and T-Series, in association with Devgn Films and is a T-Series Films, Maruti International, Panorama Studios production. It is directed by Indra Kumar and produced by Ajay Devgn, Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Ashok Thakeria, Indra Kumar, Anand Pandit, and Kumar Mangat Pathak.

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Hrithik Roshan to sell part of his Cult.fit stake - 6.33 lakhs shares through IPO

Hrithik Roshan is preparing to unlock a portion of his investment in fitness and wellness platform Cult.fit as the company moves ahead with its proposed initial public offering (IPO). While the actor will participate in the offer-for-sale (OFS), he is not exiting the business and will continue to hold equity in the company after the public issue.

As per the Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) submitted by Cult.fit to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi), Hrithik plans to sell 6,33,824 equity shares as part of the OFS portion of the IPO. The actor has been associated with the company for several years, wearing multiple hats as both an investor and one of its prominent brand ambassadors.

The filing further indicates that before the IPO, Hrithik owns approximately 19.01 lakh equity shares in the company, translating to nearly 0.20 percent of the pre-offer equity share capital. Following the proposed sale, he will continue to own the remaining shares, with the final holding depending on the eventual structure of the public issue.

At present, the financial value of Hrithik's stake sale cannot be determined as the company has not yet disclosed the IPO's price band. The valuation of the shares being offered will become clear once the pricing details are officially announced.

Cult.fit's proposed IPO consists of two components. The company intends to raise fresh capital through the issuance of equity shares worth up to Rs 950 crore. In addition, existing investors will collectively sell up to 17.86 crore equity shares through the offer-for-sale route. Hrithik Roshan is among the shareholders participating in this segment alongside several early investors.

Hrithik's decision to offload only a part of his holding suggests that he continues to have confidence in the company's long-term growth prospects. Rather than signalling a complete exit, the transaction represents a partial monetisation of his investment while maintaining his association with the fitness and lifestyle brand.

Over the years, the actor has played an important role in strengthening Cult.fit's public image through brand campaigns while also backing the company as an investor. His continued stake after the IPO reflects an ongoing relationship with the platform even as it prepares to enter the public markets.

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EXCLUSIVE: Raashii Khanna wraps shooting schedule for Anees Bazmee's comedy with Akshay Kumar

Actor Raashii Khanna has wrapped up her schedule of shooting for Anees Bazmee’s upcoming comedy featuring Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan and Raashii Khanna.

On the occasion, the actor took to social media and shared a heartfelt note, talking about the physical challenges she faced during the shooting and thanking the people who stood by her during the gruelling schedule. Without revealing details about the film, Raashii looked back on the experience, saying it was the moments away from the camera that stayed with her the most.

Raashii Khanna said, "I've always believed that every schedule teaches you something, and this one reminded me how much strength comes from the people around you. Falling sick in the middle of a shoot is never ideal, and there were moments when I genuinely had to push myself physically. But then you'd get a hug from your nephew, a call from family, or everyone from the unit asking if you were okay, and suddenly the day would feel lighter. We were shooting action; I picked up a few bruises along the way, and it wasn't the easiest schedule I've done, but it was one filled with compassion. When I think about wrapping this leg of the film, I don't think about the fatigue but about the gratitude. Those are the memories that stay with you forever, long after the cameras stop rolling."

The actor's post offered a glimpse into the demanding nature of the shoot, revealing that she continued filming despite falling ill and sustaining minor injuries during the schedule. Directed by Anees Bazmee, the untitled comedy brings together Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan once again, while also marking Bazmee's reunion with Akshay after a long gap. The film also features Vijay Raaz, Zakir Hussain and Sudesh Lehri in pivotal roles. While the makers are yet to unveil the film's title or first look, the project has generated considerable buzz for its ensemble cast and Bazmee's return to the comedy genre.

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Sourav Ganguly praises Rajkummar Rao in the first look of Dada, thanks fans for the birthday wishes

The first look poster of Dada - The Sourav Ganguly Story, starring Rajkummar Rao, was unveiled today on the occasion of Sourav Ganguly’s birthday. The makers also announced that the biopic will release in cinemas on May 14, 2027, over an extended holiday weekend.

Ganguly took to social media to share a video thanking fans for their birthday wishes and praising Rajkummar Rao for his portrayal of him in the film. He said, “Thank you everyone for these sincere birthday wishes. It makes me feel so humble year after year that I get so much of love and affection from so many people all around the country and the world.”

He added, “Today it’s been the launch of the first look of my biopic. Rajkummar, I think he’s done an incredible job and it makes it even more special because it takes me back to the 2002 NatWest final and the Lord’s Balcony which is recreated by Rajkummar and the cast and the crew of my biopic. So once again thank you so much for my birthday wishes and as I said it makes me feel incredibly humble year after year.”

 

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Dada - The Sourav Ganguly Story chronicles the journey of the man who didn’t just play the game but changed it, tracing his rise from a young cricketer to one of India’s most influential captains.

The film is directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg, and presented by Gulshan Kumar, Bhushan Kumar, T-Series and DBL. It is a Luv Films production and releases worldwide in cinemas on May 14, 2027.

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Dada to release on May 14, 2027: Rajkummar Rao brings Sourav Ganguly's historic Lord's moment to life in first poster

The makers of Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story have unveiled the first-look poster of the much-awaited biographical drama on the occasion of former India captain Sourav Ganguly's birthday. Along with the poster, the team also confirmed that the film will release in theatres worldwide on May 14, 2027, during an extended holiday weekend.

The first-look poster features Rajkummar Rao recreating one of the most memorable moments in Indian cricket history. The actor is seen portraying Ganguly during his iconic jersey-waving celebration from the Lord's balcony after India's memorable NatWest Trophy victory over England in 2002. The moment remains one of the defining images of Ganguly's captaincy and is widely remembered by cricket fans.

The film will trace Ganguly's journey from a promising young cricketer to one of India's most influential captains. It aims to explore key moments from his personal and professional life while highlighting the leadership, determination and resilience that shaped his career and left a lasting impact on Indian cricket.

The makers shared the first-look poster on social media, giving fans a glimpse of Rajkummar Rao's transformation into the former cricketer. The announcement has generated excitement among both cinema lovers and cricket enthusiasts, especially as it coincides with Ganguly's birthday.

 

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Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story is directed by acclaimed filmmaker Vikramaditya Motwane and produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg under the banner of Luv Films. The project is presented by Gulshan Kumar, Bhushan Kumar, T-Series and DBL.

Rajkummar Rao, known for portraying real-life personalities on screen, takes on the role of Ganguly in what is expected to be one of his biggest films to date. The first-look poster suggests the film will revisit several landmark moments from the former Indian captain's career, beginning with one of his most celebrated on-field celebrations.

With filming progressing and the release date now locked, Dada: The Sourav Ganguly Story is set to arrive in cinemas worldwide on May 14, 2027, bringing the story of one of Indian cricket's most successful captains to the big screen.

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FACT CHECK: Ramayana distribution rights sold to Karan Johar for Rs. 350 crores - Biggest of all time, defeating King

The Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Yash and Sunny Deol led Ramayana produced by Namit Malhotra is among the most anticipated releases of the years. Mounted on a budget of Rs. 1500 crores, the first part of the epic saga directed by Nitesh Tiwari is all set for a theatrical release this Diwali. But obviously, everyone is making an attempt to grab the headlines with all possible updates on the film.

Earlier in the day, it was revealed that the all-India distribution rights of Namit Malhotra produced-Ramayana have been acquired by Dharma Productions for a sum of Rs. 250 crores. Turns out the amount is a lot higher. Reliable sources confirmed that the Hindi distribution rights of Namit Malhotra's Ramayana have been acquired by Karan Johar for a sum of Rs. 350 crores. "It's the biggest theatrical distribution deal of all time. The Rs. 350 crores fetched by Namit Malhotra's Ramayana is higher than the previous best, King, by a margin of Rs. 100 crores. The expectations are sky high, and the entire film fraternity is bullish on the prospects of Ramayana produced by Namit Malhotra," a source told Bollywood Hungama.

The source also confirmed that Dharma Production will be going all out to ensure the widest release for this epic tale celebrating triumph of good over evil. "Big plans are already underway for the theatrical release of Ramayana. It's undoubtedly the most awaited film of India with the biggest ever star-cast led by Ranbir Kapoor and Yash with Sai Pallavi and Sunny Deol. There are enquiries from all across the country, and the film is destined to rewrite box-office in India. Namit Malhotra has personally sat on the post-production of the film to ensure that the visuals represent India at a global level. He has created something special, and everyone is blown away with the epic vision."

The work on the theatrical trailer is going on in full swing. Ramayana is slated for a global release on October 30, 2026.

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