The Bollywood industry buzz suggests a fresh collaboration is poised to take shape between the versatile director Vishal Bhardwaj and the rising star Kartik Aaryan. Known for his dynamic acting chops, Kartik Aaryan, who is busy with the production of ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ alongside Triptii Dimri and Vidya Balan, is in the limelight for a proposed partnership with the ‘Khufiya’ filmmaker. Piquing the interest of movie enthusiasts, Aaryan’s latest venture, ‘Chandu Champion,’ is being prepped for a grand launch this June. Amidst this bustling schedule, a gritty thriller has been put forth by Vishal Bhardwaj that could potentially become a testament to this new dynamic duo.
Inside sources convey that the meetings between the two are leaning towards a positive agreement, and if everything goes as planned, the movie industry could witness both Bhardwaj and Aaryan donning the hats of producers for the project. The anticipation heightens as the filming timeline is looking at a slot later this year, contingent upon Aaryan wrapping up ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.’ Moreover, this project would symbolize Vishal Bhardwaj’s much-awaited return to mainstream cinema following his last big screen outing with ‘Pataakha’ in 2018. Since then, his features have found a home directly on OTT platforms.
In parallel developments, Tiger Shroff, known for his action-packed performances, has also made headlines by following in the footsteps of his contemporaries and acquiring a palatial property in Pune. The transaction, rumored to be around R7.5 crore, for a 4,248 sq ft luxury dwelling saw the star quickly turn investor, leasing it to a beverage company. Preparing for his next film ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan,’ Tiger Shroff is no stranger to upscale living, with another residence housed in Mumbai’s posh Khar suburb.
Controversy has nicked the edges of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with the makers of ‘SwatantryaVeer Savarkar’ facing unforeseen delays in obtaining the film’s certificate. The Randeep Hooda starrer met an administrative snag that led to a hold-up in securing the certificate for its Hindi version and consequently affected its Marathi release. Industry informants criticize the CBFC’s inflexibility and suggest a deliberate stalling by the board’s officials.
News of a less predictable nature surfaced as filmmaker SS Rajamouli and his son SS Karthikeya encountered an earthquake while in Japan. Despite the tremors felt on the 28th floor, the local calmness reassured them amidst the natural disturbance. Rajamouli has also whetted fans’ appetites by teasing about his next adventure drama with Mahesh Babu.
Revelations flowed during Vicky Kaushal’s appearance on ‘No Filter Neha,’ as he verbalized his enthusiasm for working with the eminent Sanjay Leela Bhansali on ‘Love and War’ and acting alongside Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor. As Kaushal’s professional journey takes a monumental turn, he echoes sentiments of sheer eagerness to begin this chapter.
Actress Shreya Chaudhary is setting sails on an emotional high with her casting in ‘The Mehta Boys,’ which serves as Boman Irani’s first innings as a director. The excitement around this new motion picture is palpable, with Chaudhary holding the opportunity in high regard. 2023 will also see her reprising her role in the hit series ‘Bandish Bandits.’
Bhumi Pednekar is no stranger to offbeat roles, and her next project, an original web series ‘Daldal,’ is set to accentuate her talent repertoire. Directed by Suresh Triveni, the series casts her as an ambitious and barrier-breaking DCP in Mumbai – a character she believes mirrors the spirit of contemporary times.
Lastly, Salman Khan’s ‘The Bull’ has encountered its own set of preliminary hiccups. The venture, which narrates the tale of Indian government’s Operation Cactus, saw initial delays but is now confirmed to commence production around November, after Khan concludes shooting an action-packed film with AR Murugadoss for Sajid Nadiadwala.
Each narrative thread presented here sews together a vibrant tapestry of forthcoming entertainment, collaborations, and groundbreaking roles that signal an exhilarating course for the bustling hub that is Bollywood.
