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EXCLUSIVE: Janhvi Kapoor in talks for Shahid Kapoor’s next with Badhaai Ho director Amit Sharma

EXCLUSIVE: Janhvi Kapoor in talks for Shahid Kapoor’s next with Badhaai Ho director Amit Sharma

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There have been strong speculations that Shahid Kapoor is all set to collaborate with director Amit Sharma for an upcoming relationship comedy film that promises a fresh, youthful take on love. Yes, it is absolutely true and adding to this excitement, Pinkvilla has exclusively learned that Janhvi Kapoor is in advanced talks to play the female lead opposite Shahid Kapoor.  A source reveals, “Janhvi Kapoor is currently in advanced discussions to come on board as the female lead. If finalised, this will mark the first on-screen collaboration between Shahid and Janhvi…the story revolves around a fun and relatable relationship journey. It’s an out-and-out comedy, and Shahid is excited to revisit the genre after a while.” Known for his work in films like Badhaai Ho and Maidaan, Amit Sharma brings a strong mix of humour and heart to the table, making this pairing one to watch out for. The film is tentatively set to go on the floors in the later part of 2026, after Shahid wraps up shoot for Raj and DK’s Farzi 2. The …

Exclusive| Malamaal Weekly 2: Amit Sharma says he is not associated with the film

Exclusive| Malamaal Weekly 2: Amit Sharma says he is not associated with the film

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Ever since actor Paresh Rawal revealed that a sequel of Malamaal Weekly is in buzz, fans of the film have been excited about it’s developement. While several reports indicated lately that Maidaan director Amit Sharma will is directing the sequel to the 2006 film, we have exclusively learnt that it is not true. Amit Sharma has denied being directed with Malamaal Weekly 2 A source tells us, “Amit met Paresh ji once for a meeting. Nothing was finalised.” When we reached out to the director, he vehemently shuts down the speculations. He says, “There seems to be some speculation around this, but no this is not true. I’m not attached to the film in any capacity.” Also Read| Paresh Rawal confirms Malamaal Weekly 2, here’s what he says Hoping that these reports end to avoid unnecessary confusion, he adds, “I’d really appreciate it if we could avoid circulating unverified information.” Malamaal Weekly was directed by Priyadarshan and starred Paresh Rawal, Om Puri, Riteish Deshmukh, Asrani, Shakti Kapoor, amongst others. Earlier, Paresh Rawal confirmed to us …

Ajay Devgn’s Sports Biopic “Is Now The Best-Performing Film”

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Image was shared on X. (courtesy: NishitShawHere) Maidaan has shown excellent performance at the box office during its second weekend. On day 12, the sports drama, directed by Amit Sharma, collected ₹ 3.15 crore, said Bollywood trade analyst Taran Adarsh. The film has so far earned ₹ 35.79 crore. In his detailed note on X (formerly Twitter), Taran Adarsh wrote, “Maidaan is now the best-performing film, the *day-wise* numbers are much better than #BMCM and also the new titles [#DADP, #LSD2]… However, the overall total remains poor. #Maidaan is collecting at *select* urban centres mainly, but the mass pockets remain dismal…The advantage is the lack of prominent films in the coming weeks, which should help #Maidaan stay on crease for some time.” Taran Adarsh added, “[Week 2] Fri 1.51 cr, Sat 2.83 cr, Sun 3.15 cr. Total: ₹ 35.79 cr. #India biz. #Boxoffice *Updated* [Week 1] Wed previews + Thu [#Eid] 7.25 cr, Fri 2.80 cr, Sat 5.65 cr, Sun 6.52 cr, Mon 1.40 cr, Tue 1.60 cr, Wed [#RamNavmi] 1.93 cr, Thu 1.15 cr. *Extended* Week 1 total: …

Ajay Devgn’s Film Is At Rs 30 Crore (And Counting)

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Ajay Devgn shared this image. Ajay Devgn in the trailer. (courtesy: AjayDevgn) New Delhi: Maidaan has now crossed the ₹30 crore mark at the domestic box office. On day 10, the film directed by Amit Sharma collected ₹0.86 crore, according to a Sacnilk report. So far, the biographical sports drama has minted ₹30.66 crore (including special previews and day 11 collections so far). Ajay Devgn headlines Maidaan in the role of Syed Abdul Rahim, who served as the coach and manager of the Indian football team from 1950 to 1963. The movie also features Priyamani, Nitanshi Goel, and Gajraj Rao in significant roles. Maidaan clashed with Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff’s Bade Miyan Chote Miyan at the box office.  Earlier, actor Shahid Kapoor watched Maidaan and shared his review on Instagram. The actor uploaded a poster of the film on his Instagram Stories and wrote, “Really enjoyed watching Maidaan today. Such a well-made well-performed film. Go watch it guys. This is a genuine candid post you all. Good films deserve to be seen. All the best to the entire team.”  In an NDTV review , film critic Saibal …

Ajay Devgn’s Film Is At Rs 25 Crore (And Counting)

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Ajay Devgn in a still from Maidaan. (courtesy: YouTube) New Delhi: Maidaan has finally crossed the ₹25 crore mark at the box office. According to a Sacnilk report, the Amit Sharma directorial collected ₹1.65 crore on day 7. So far, the biographical sports drama has amassed ₹25.26 crore (including special previews and collections from day 8) through ticket sales. Maidaan narrates the story of Syed Abdul Rahim, the coach and manager of the Indian football team, who served from 1950 until he died in 1963. Under his leadership, the Indian football team secured two gold medals in the 1951 and 1962 Asian Games and achieved the milestone of being the first Asian football team to reach the semi-finals of the 1956 Summer Olympics. The movie is headlined by Ajay Devgn as Syed Abdul Rahim, with Priyamani and Nitanshi Goel playing significant roles.  At the trailer launch event of Maidaan, Ajay Devgn talked about how the film challenged him as an actor. He expressed, “After 1983 (referring to India’s win in the cricket world cup), football was lost somewhere. I was amazed that this happened in …

Progress Report On Ajay Devgn’s Film

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Image was shared on Instagram. (courtesy: ajaydevgn) The box office numbers for Maidaan have shown growth on its first Saturday. On day 4, the film headlined by Ajay Devgn collected ₹5.5 crore (for all languages), according to a Sacnilk report. In total, the biographical sports drama has collected ₹15.6 crore, including special previews. Directed by Amit Sharma, Maidaan revolves around the story of the Indian football team’s coach and manager, Syed Abdul Rahim, who served the team from 1950 until his death in 1963. The movie also features Priyamani and Nitanshi Goel in important roles. Maidaan is jointly backed by Zee Studios, Bayview Projects, and Fresh Lime Films. On Friday, Shahid Kapoor gave a shout-out to Maidaan on his Instagram Stories. The actor shared a poster of the film and wrote, “Really enjoyed watching Maidaan today. Such a well-made well-performed film. Go watch it guys. This is a genuine candid post you all. Good films deserve to be seen. All the best to the entire team.” Click here to read the full story. In an NDTV review, film critic Saibal Chatterjee gave Maidaan 2 out of 5 stars and said, “To be fair, …

Ajay Devgn’s Birthday Wish For Maidaan Director Came Gift-Wrapped Like This

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Ajay Devgn shared this image on her Instagram story. New Delhi: Maidaan director Amit Sharma turned a year older on Saturday (April 13). On the special occasion, the film’s lead actor Ajay Devgn wished him in a special way. Ajay Devgn shared a behind-the-scenes photo from Maidaan sets. In the picture, Ajay Devgn can be seen dressed in a white crisp shirt teamed with beige pants and a printed tie. He was seen looking at Amit while smiling. The director, on the other hand, was also smiling while posing for the picture. Sharing the snapshot on his Instagram stories, Ajay wrote, “Happy Birthday Amit Sharma, Wishing you continued success and the vision to keep achieving your goals.” Maidaan stars Ajay Devgn alongside Priyamani and Gajraj Rao. It delves into the life of Syed Abdul Rahim, the legendary football coach who led India to victory with two gold medals between 1952 and 1962. Following the release of the Maidaan trailer, some fans drew comparisons between the film and the iconic sports drama Chak De India/i>. Addressing …

A Good Start For Ajay Devgn’s Film

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Image was shared on Instagram. (courtesy: ajaydevgn) After impressing movie enthusiasts with Shaitaan, Ajay Devgn’s upcoming film Maidaan is all set to hit the big screens. Directed by Amit Sharma, the movie has generated quite a buzz. Even before its release, people have begun purchasing tickets through advance booking. As of now, Maidaan has sold 9942 tickets for its opening day. Out of these, 9813 tickets are for 2D screens, and 129 tickets have been sold for IMAX 2D cinema halls. Set to release on April 10, Maidaan has already garnered ₹ 22.09 crores through the advance booking system. Apart from Ajay Devgn, the movie also stars Priyamani, Nitanshi Goel, and Gajraj Rao in important roles. Meanwhile, Ajay Devgn and his co-star Priyamani are busy with the promotions of Maidaan. On Friday, the duo appeared on a Star Sports’ show during the IPL match between Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad. Ajay also shared a post, in which he is seen playing cricket in a “maidaan” with former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh. In his caption, he hinted at his film, saying, “At another Maidaan today, but the passion …

Maidaan: Amit Sharma FINALLY Reveals Why Priya Mani Replaced Keerthy Suresh, Says ‘She Lost…’ | Exclusive

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Maidaan is set for a theatrical release during Eid on April 10. Amit Sharma breaks silence on why Priya Mani came aboard Maidaan after Keerthy Suresh’s exit. He also talks about his ’emotional bond’ with Boney Kapoor. In 2019, reports made the rounds that South Indian star Keerthy Suresh will debut in Bollywood opposite Ajay Devgn in Maidaan. However, she soon opted out of it. A report from Open Magazine claimed it was a mutually agreed upon decision between her and producer Boney Kapoor as she looked ‘too young’ for the part. Her team later clarified that they’re working out her dates implying that her exit may be a result of her chock-o-block schedule. Eventually, Priya Mani Raj was roped in to play the part of Devgn’s wife in the film. And now, in an exclusive chat with News18 Showsha, director Amit Ravidernath Sharma opens up for the first time on what led to Suresh being replaced in Maidaan, thereby putting all speculations to rest. Agreeing that the Mahanati and Dasara actor was the first …