In a thrilling new development in the Indian film industry, Wamiqa Gabbi has been confirmed as one of the three leading ladies in Akshay Kumar’s upcoming film, “Bhooth Bangla”. This horror comedy marks the much-anticipated reunion of Akshay Kumar and renowned director Priyadarshan, who have not collaborated since their 2010 hit, “Khatta Meetha”. The film is being produced by the celebrated producer Ektaa R Kapoor and is set to feature stalwarts like Paresh Rawal, Asrani, and Rajpal Yadav in significant roles.
According to insiders, the production team was particularly impressed with Wamiqa Gabbi’s acting skills. Her capacity to embody the character made her an ideal fit for the role, which is claimed to have distinct dynamics with Akshay Kumar’s character. The decision was finalized after a series of meetings, culminating in Wamiqa signing on the dotted line for what promises to be another successful chapter in her rising career.
Preparations for “Bhooth Bangla” are in full swing. Priyadarshan and Ektaa R Kapoor are working diligently to finalize the rest of the cast, with plans to begin filming set for January. This timeline aligns perfectly with Akshay Kumar’s already packed schedule. By January, he is expected to have nearly concluded work on Sajid Nadiadwala’s “Housefull 5” and a large portion of Firoz A Nadiadwallah’s ambitious project, “Welcome to the Jungle”.
Meanwhile, in other industry news, Bollywood icon Suniel Shetty and his son Ahan have acquired a premium property in the upscale neighborhood of Bandra, Mumbai. The purchase, which amounted to an impressive sum of ₹8.01 crore, was made through a bank auction. Detailed documents reviewed by the real estate experts at Square Yards reveal the acquisition was completed via a sale certificate with a stamp duty of ₹40.08 lakh. Spanning 1,200 square feet, this property adds to the family’s impressive portfolio.
. Professionally, Suniel Shetty is currently involved in “Welcome to the Jungle”, while Ahan is gearing up for his role in “Border 2” alongside a star-studded cast featuring Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, and Diljit Dosanjh.
In a separate exciting revelation, Bollywood megastar Salman Khan is set to make a special two-minute cameo in Rohit Shetty’s much-anticipated “Singham Again”. This brief yet impactful appearance is strategized to introduce Salman’s iconic character, Chulbul Pandey, into Shetty’s acclaimed cop universe. Filming for this remarkable crossover has already been completed, with Salman joining an ensemble cast comprising Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor, Akshay Kumar, Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, Tiger Shroff, and Arjun Kapoor. This highly awaited scene, featuring both Ajay Devgn’s Bajirao Singham and Salman Khan’s Chulbul Pandey on screen together, is expected to set the stage for future expansions in Shetty’s cinematic universe.
Elsewhere in Bollywood, Shanaya Kapoor has embarked on her film journey as the leading lady in the film “Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan”. Teaming up with Vikrant Massey under the direction of Santoshi Singh, this love story is penned by the adept duo Niranjan Iyengar and Mansi Bagla. As Vikrant basks in the success of “12th Fail” (2023), he expressed excitement about playing a lover boy in this project and anticipation for working alongside Shanaya. Shanaya, elated about her debut, said her role is close to her heart and is thrilled with this transformative opportunity.
Finally, fans of quirky romantic comedies have something to look forward to, as R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh are reportedly coming together for a new film directed by Vivek Soni. This yet-untitled film, financed by Karan Johar’s Dharmatic Entertainment, will explore a unique romance between an older man and a younger woman. Filming is scheduled to commence shortly after the Diwali celebrations.
Additionally, cinema enthusiasts are on the edge of their seats as Ajay Devgn’s much-delayed action thriller “Naam” is finally set for release. Co-starring Sameera Reddy and Bhumika Chawla, and produced by Dinesh Patel, “Naam” was filmed in 2005 yet faced numerous setbacks in release. Now, it is finally slated to hit theaters, coinciding with the 33rd anniversary of Ajay Devgn’s debut in “Phool Aur Kaante” (1991).
Stay tuned as these exciting projects unfold, promising a vibrant and dynamic year ahead in the world of Indian cinema.
