Ranbir Kapoor turns brand ambassador for Mana Projects

Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor has partnered with Bengaluru-based real estate developer Mana Projects as its brand ambassador, marking a significant crossover between entertainment and the evolving urban housing space. The collaboration coincides with the company unveiling a refreshed brand identity, aimed at redefining modern community living.

Known for being selective with endorsements, Ranbir’s association signals a strategic move by the developer to connect with a younger, aspirational audience. The actor will be the face of a large-scale campaign spanning digital, outdoor, and experiential platforms, positioning the brand at the intersection of design, sustainability, and contemporary lifestyles.

Speaking about the association, Ranbir Kapoor highlighted the emotional value attached to homes, stating, “A home is one of the most meaningful investments people make in their lives, and it should reflect comfort, warmth and a sense of belonging. What impressed me about Mana Projects is the brilliance of their thought, the way design, nature and functionality come together to enhance everyday living. I'm delighted to be associated with Mana Projects as they continue to create homes that inspire modern urban families to truly live brilliantly.”

For Mana Projects, the move represents more than just a celebrity endorsement. Chairman and Managing Director D. Kishore Reddy described it as a reflection of the company’s evolving identity and future vision. “This rebranding represents the natural evolution of Mana Projects as we align ourselves with the aspirations of a new generation of homeowners, particularly millennials who form the backbone of Bengaluru's dynamic homebuyer community. Today's homebuyers seek more than just an apartment; they look for thoughtfully designed spaces, meaningful community living and a deeper connection with nature. At Mana, our philosophy centres on creating homes where space is purposeful, design is intelligent, nature is respected, and engineering ensures long-term sustainability. Our association with Ranbir Kapoor reflects this new chapter as we continue to build communities that enable people to truly Live Brilliantly.”

The refreshed brand philosophy places emphasis on creating living spaces that blend architecture with nature, focusing on sustainability, intelligent design, and community-driven environments. With Ranbir Kapoor now fronting its vision, the brand is set to amplify its reach, leveraging the actor’s wide appeal to resonate with modern homebuyers looking for more than just a place to live.

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Hera Pheri 3 Row: Vijay Kumar claims ‘100 percent’ IP ownership amid legal battle with Firoz Nadiadwala

A legal tussle surrounding the Hera Pheri franchise has come into focus, with Vijay Kumar asserting complete ownership over the intellectual property, as his dispute with producer Firoz Nadiadwala continues in court.

In a candid interaction with Pinkvilla, Vijay Kumar laid out his stance on the matter, claiming that the rights to the franchise have always remained with his side. Addressing the ongoing case, he confirmed, “We have the total rights for Hera Pheri franchise clean and clear, everything. And guess what? This man did the second instalment without permission.”

According to Vijay, the issue dates back to the sequel itself. While a one-time remake right for the Hindi version was granted, he alleges that subsequent developments took place without consent. “We had only given a one-time remake right for the Hindi version. He made that, but then proceeded with a second film without our consent or knowledge,” he stated, adding that the matter was not pursued legally at the time.

The dispute intensified when plans for Hera Pheri 3 surfaced. Vijay revealed that repeated attempts to resolve the issue amicably did not yield results, prompting legal action. “When he attempted a third film, we issued a notice stating clearly that he has no rights, and even the second film was a violation,” he said. He further alleged that Nadiadwala attempted to transfer or sell the project, which led to the filing of an intellectual property rights case.

Providing an update on the legal proceedings, Vijay claimed that the court has already indicated its stance. “The court has made it very clear that the rights are with us, and we are confident of getting that order as well,” he said, while also accusing the opposing side of delaying the process through repeated adjournments and non-appearance.

Despite the ongoing dispute, Vijay acknowledged the commercial value of the franchise and did not rule out future collaborations once the matter is resolved. “Selling can only be considered after we sort things out with Nadiadwala. Once that is resolved, all options are open… because it is a prime brand,” he explained.

On the creative front, he emphasised that the original trio of Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, and Suniel Shetty remains integral to the franchise’s identity, noting that retaining them “makes the most business sense in every way.”

For now, the fate of Hera Pheri 3 remains uncertain, hinging largely on the outcome of the legal proceedings, which Vijay believes will eventually conclude in his favour, even as delays continue to stall a final resolution.

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Salman Khan’s father Salim Khan’s health takes a toll on his forthcoming project

Salman Khan breathed a sigh of relief when his father, Salim Khan, returned home from the hospital. However, the worst may not be over yet, as the Khan patriarch is still a long way from recovery.

A source very close to the family reveals, “In fact, Salim Saab is very, very unwell. At 92, full recovery from his neurological condition is unlikely. We can only hope for the best. The family is taking him home so he can be comfortable with his loved ones. Otherwise, it is pretty much a replay of what happened with Dharmendra some months ago. We are all praying and hoping for the best.”

A close friend of Salman Khan adds that the actor has taken his father’s health decline “very badly.”

“Salman is extremely upset. His equation with his father is well known to those close to the family. He is unable to focus on anything but his father’s health. And yet, he continues to work on Maatrabhumi, navigating post-production while visibly distressed—snapping, sulking, and struggling to stay composed.”

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BREAKING: Dhurandhar The Revenge beats highly anticipated Hollywood film Ready Or Not 2 overseas; brings Bahar to Mumbai’s Bahar cinema

Dhurandhar The Revenge is unstoppable; the film was expected to break records, and yet, the trade and industry are stunned by how it's performing at the box office. On Saturday, March 21, it set a new record by collecting Rs. 100 crore in a day. On Saturday, March 21, the film created history by collecting Rs. 100 crore in a single day. And now, its dominance is being felt in the Overseas market as well, where it has managed to outgross a much-awaited Hollywood sequel.

According to a report in Deadline, Ready or Not 2: Here I Come, a highly anticipated sequel, opened with $9 million. On the other hand, Dhurandhar The Revenge collected a huge $10.5 million. Dhurandhar’s sequel was always set to open big, considering the response of the first part, which was released in December 2025. However, Ready Or Not 2: Here I Come, released by Fox Searclight Pictures, should have ideally opened bigger in foreign territories, considering the star cast (Sarah Michelle Gellar, Elijah Wood and Kathryn Newton). The fact that Dhurandhar The Revenge has gone past it only underlines the scale of its global craze.

Dhurandhar 2 brings Bahar to Bahar Cinema

Meanwhile, residents of Vile Parle East and Andheri East in Mumbai got a pleasant surprise as the popular Bahar Cinema will play four shows of Dhurandhar The Revenge on Sunday, March 22. This has never happened before since it commenced operations in November 2010.

According to an exhibition source, “Due to certain regulations of the commercial establishments in the cinema building, Bahar is allowed to play shows only after 5:00 pm. But with Dhurandhar The Revenge, they have made an exception. On Sunday, the film had four shows, at 8:00 am, 12:30 pm, 5:00 pm and 9:30 pm.”

Bollywood Hungama was the first one to report that Dhurandhar The Revenge’s post-midnight and early morning shows have been planned by several cinemas. As the film was released and went on a record-breaking spree, more theatres joined the bandwagon, probably for the first time. Kasturba Cinema in Malad hosted a 2:30 am show, while Woodland Cinemas in Virar, near Mumbai, arranged a 7:45 am screening on Sunday for eager moviegoers. Both shows were nearly sold out.

Dhurandhar The Revenge is produced by Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios and Aditya Dhar and Lokesh Dhar of B62 Studios. It is written and directed by Aditya Dhar.

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Delhi High Court moves to protect the personality rights of Sonakshi Sinha amid AI misuse concerns

The Delhi High Court on Friday indicated that it would issue an interim direction to safeguard the personality rights of Bollywood actor Sonakshi Sinha. The matter was heard by Justice Jyoti Singh, who was considering an application filed by the actor seeking an injunction against alleged misuse of her identity.

During the proceedings, the court asked for specific instances of infringement. In response, the counsel representing Sinha pointed to the unauthorised use of her persona and characteristics by certain AI chatbots. Taking note of the submission, the court directed the legal team to provide a soft copy of the alleged infringing links. It also permitted the filing of additional documents in a sealed cover within two days. The case has now been scheduled for further hearing on July 6.

This development follows a recent order by the same court granting protection to the personality rights of Ramdev, founder of Patanjali Ayurved, through a John Doe directive. Over time, coordinate benches of the High Court have passed similar rulings in favour of several public figures across fields.

Among those who have received such legal protection are singer Jubin Nautiyal, Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar, and actors Kajol, R. Madhavan and N. T. Rama Rao Jr. Actor Salman Khan has also approached the court with a similar plea.

The High Court has, in separate cases, extended protection to spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar of The Art of Living Foundation, Telugu actor Nagarjuna, as well as Bollywood actors Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan and filmmaker Karan Johar.

In another recent instance, journalist Sudhir Chaudhary was granted relief after raising concerns over misleading AI-generated videos circulating online. Similarly, a John Doe order was issued in favour of podcaster Raj Shamani, with the court recognising his prominence in the digital content space.

Sonakshi Sinha, who made her Bollywood debut with Dabangg opposite Salman Khan, has since featured in several commercial and content-driven films including Rowdy Rathore, Mission Mangal with her recent success being in the web-series Heeramandi in which she essayed a double role. Known for balancing mainstream entertainers with performance-oriented roles, the actor has built a steady presence in the industry, making the protection of her identity and likeness increasingly significant in the evolving digital landscape.

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Supreme Court quashes copyright case against Sujoy Ghosh over Kahaani 2, calls allegations baseless

In a significant relief for filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh, the Supreme Court of India has set aside criminal proceedings initiated against him in a copyright infringement case linked to his 2016 film Kahaani 2: Durga Rani Singh.

According to a report by Bar and Bench, a Bench comprising Justices PS Narasimha and Alok Aradhe observed that the complaint lacked substance and failed to establish even a basic comparison between the two works in question. The court noted that the allegations were vague and unsupported, with no clear indication of how the film resembled the complainant’s script.

The case stemmed from a complaint filed by Umesh Prasad Mehta, who alleged that his script titled Sabak had been copied for the film. He claimed to have shared his work with Ghosh in 2015. Acting on this complaint, a magistrate court in Hazaribagh had issued summons in 2018 under provisions of the Copyright Act. Later, the Jharkhand High Court declined to quash the case, stating that the matter warranted trial.

Ghosh subsequently moved the apex court, where his counsel, Senior Advocate Siddhartha Dave, argued that the complaint did not provide any material evidence demonstrating similarity between the scripts and that the proceedings were a misuse of legal process.

The Supreme Court agreed with these submissions, pointing out that both the magistrate’s summoning order and the High Court’s decision showed a lack of proper judicial consideration. It also highlighted that witness statements presented by the complainant did not establish that any part of the script had been copied.

A key factor in the ruling was the finding of the Screen Writers Association’s Dispute Settlement Committee, which had earlier concluded that there was no resemblance between the two works. The court noted that this crucial detail had not been disclosed to the magistrate at the time of issuing summons.

Additionally, the Bench underscored that Ghosh’s script for Kahaani 2 had been registered well before the complainant’s script was created, making the allegation of infringement untenable.

Reiterating that courts must guard against frivolous or malicious litigation, the apex court emphasized the need to examine surrounding circumstances in such cases to prevent misuse of criminal law. It ultimately set aside both the summoning order and the High Court’s ruling, bringing an end to the proceedings pending before the trial court.

The case was argued on behalf of Sujoy Ghosh by Senior Advocate Siddhartha Dave, assisted by a team of advocates. As for Ghosh’s 2016 thriller Kahaani 2: Durga Rani Singh, it is a Vidya Balan-led film that revolves around a woman living under an assumed identity while protecting a child, unfolding into a layered narrative of crime, abuse, and hidden pasts. Also starring Arjun Rampal and Jugal Hansraj in key roles, the film was expected to be a spiritual sequel to the 2012 blockbuster Kahaani.

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Teaser of Sidharth Malhotra's most AMBITIOUS project Vvan EXCLUSIVELY shown at Prime Video’s It Starts Here event; Tamannaah Bhatia says, "A masala film which will leave you emotional"

After the memorable film Param Sundari (2025), Sidharth Malhotra will be back this year with Vvan. The teaser first look had created an intrigue and earlier today, the teaser of the film was shown exclusively to the viewers at the Prime Video’s It Starts Here event.

The teaser introduces the world of Vvan and the character of Sidharth Malhotra who possesses a gift. The film is high on VFX and scale and is truly something to be experienced for the big screen. It is also the most ambitious project of Sidharth Malhotra by miles.

Producer Ekta Kapoor said, “Indian folklore has been a part of all of us. It's time we bring a state-of-the-art VFX heavy and large screen experience. Vvan going to be a whole new genre-breaker.”

Sidharth Malhotra said, “This is mine and Ekta's third project together and she has been the most passionate about Vvan. I have never had a producer who could narrate me a film from start to finish.”

He also raised laughs as he ended up revealing about Panchayat Season 5 before the official announcement, “I think they (Amazon Prime Video) are the first to have a fifth season on Amazon Prime Video for the first time with Panchayat. Oh okay, we won't announce it as yet!”

While talking about working with Tamannaah Bhatia, Ekta Kapoor joked, “Mere dil ki tamanna poori hui!” As for Tamannaah, she stated, "Working with Sid was a long, long dream and I am very happy that I had a chance to collaborate with him. He's a really fine actor.”

Tamannaah Bhatia continued, “I have grown up on commercial films. Vvan is in the same zone and also has a strong soul. It also has our Indian folklore at the forefront. Its a masala film which will leave you very emotional at the end. It was something that I have been missing when I went to the theatres.”

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