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Director accuses Dinesh Vijan of stalling his film for three years, claims Amar Kaushik stopped taking his calls: ‘They are consumed by big movies’ | Bollywood News

Director accuses Dinesh Vijan of stalling his film for three years, claims Amar Kaushik stopped taking his calls: ‘They are consumed by big movies’ | Bollywood News

3 min readMumbaiFeb 18, 2026 10:25 PM IST Starring Mrunal Thakur and Huma Qureshi, the film Pooja Meri Jaan, directed by Navjot Gulati, was made under Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films. By 2022, shooting had wrapped, and post-production was completed, signalling an imminent release. However, it is yet to happen. Recently, Gulati revealed that more than three years later, the film remains caught in a state of uncertainty. He told Variety India, “My father passed away in 2024. When he was on the deathbed for almost like three months, he kept asking me, ‘When is your film coming?’ He left the world, but the film still remains in limbo.” The report by the publication claimed that initially, the plan was to release the film digitally on JioCinema, but following the merger of JioCinema with Disney+ Hotstar, the new leadership reportedly informed producers that films originally commissioned under Jio could be sold to other platforms. The producers pitched the film to other streaming services, creating further delays. “One platform wants to buy the film, but their price …

EXCLUSIVE: After Chhaava, Dinesh Vijan and Laxman Uttekar in talks with Shraddha Kapoor for their next

EXCLUSIVE: After Chhaava, Dinesh Vijan and Laxman Uttekar in talks with Shraddha Kapoor for their next

On May 26, 2025, Shraddha Kapoor was spotted outside the Maddock office in Mumbai and the same has sparked speculations on the purpose of her visit. After our due diligence, Pinkvilla has exclusively learnt that Shraddha Kapoor had visited the Maddock office for a meeting with producer Dinesh Vijan to discuss a reunion after the historic success of Stree 2. A source shares, “Shraddha Kapoor met Dinesh Vijan, and the duo were joined by Chaavva director, Laxman Uttekar too.” The source adds, “Laxman and Shraddha discussed a script, which the latter has loved and principally agreed on. If everything goes well, Shraddha Kapoor will spearhead Laxman Uttekar’s next directorial after Chhaava.” We hear that the film is based on a Marathi novel, and will feature Shraddha playing a Maharashtrian on screen. “All other details are kept under wraps for now. There is a possibility of an A-List male lead also to come onboard the film,” the source informs. The talks are in the nascent stages at the moment, but the likelihood of this project to …

EXCLUSIVE: Before Bhediya 2, Varun Dhawan and Dinesh Vijan in talks for a mytho-horror film; Discussing 2 other scripts

EXCLUSIVE: Before Bhediya 2, Varun Dhawan and Dinesh Vijan in talks for a mytho-horror film; Discussing 2 other scripts

Over the years, Varun Dhawan and Dinesh Vijan have worked together on films like Badlapur, and Bhediya, with the former making a guest appearance for the latter in Munjya and Stree 2. Over the last few months, the duo has been in constant touch to discuss the possibility of a collaboration and it seems that a reunion is on cards towards the end of this year. According to sources close to the development, Varun Dhawan is in advance talks with Dinesh Vijan for a mytho-horror film. A source shares, “Varun Dhawan and Dinesh Vijan are definitely teaming up on Bhediya 2, but there is a delay in the timelines of shoot of this Amar Kaushik directorial. Before Bhediya 2, the duo are in talks to team up for a one-of-its kind mytho-horror film, which will also have shades of comedy in the narrative.” The source further informs that the mytho-horror comedy isn’t the only film being discussed by VD and Dino. “Varun and Dino are also in talks for 2 other scripts and the aforementioned …

EXCLUSIVE: Dinesh Vijan and PVRInox release joint statement on Bhool Chuk Maaf; Confirm May 23 release in cinema halls

EXCLUSIVE: Dinesh Vijan and PVRInox release joint statement on Bhool Chuk Maaf; Confirm May 23 release in cinema halls

Maddock Films, along with Amazon MGM Studios and PVRInox have officially announced the theatrical release date of the Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi led Bhool Chuk Maaf. In an official statement, the stakeholders have confirmed that the Karan Sharma-directed comic caper will hit the big screen on May 23, 2025. The decision has been arrived at after the on-going conflict between India and Pakistan has eased out with restoration of peace. A source close to the production house confirms that Bhool Chuk Maaf will release as originally envisioned – on the big screen. “In the spirit of this renewed environment, and following open, constructive discussions with all stakeholders, PVRINOX Limited (PVRINOX), Maddock Films Pvt. Ltd. (Maddock), and Amazon MGM Studios are happy to announce that Maddock Film’s keenly awaited, Bhool Chuk Maaf, will release in theatres on 23 May 2025,” reads an official statement from the producers. Dinesh Vijan, Founder, Maddock Films, confirms the development and says, “As our surroundings begin to heal, we are especially grateful to offer a theatrical experience for a film …

EXCLUSIVE: Dinesh Vijan to establish Bhediya vs Vampire conflict in Thama; To create the largest sequence of universe

EXCLUSIVE: Dinesh Vijan to establish Bhediya vs Vampire conflict in Thama; To create the largest sequence of universe

After the historic success of Stree 2, the next chapter of the Dinesh Vijan created Horror Comedy Universe is Thamma starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna in lead roles. The film is presently on floors and is all set to hit the big screen during the Diwali 2025 weekend. Pinkvilla has some exclusive inside information on this film, which introduces ‘Vampires to the world of Horror and Comedy’. According to sources close to the development, director Aditya Satpodar under the supervision of Dinesh Vijan is shooting for the biggest sequence of the horror comedy universe till date at a grand studio in Mumbai. A source shares, “Team Thama has created a huge set of multiple locations from a city over a 5 acre land in Mumbai. They are canning for a massive action sequence between Bhediya (Varun Dhawan) and Vampire (Ayushmann Khurrana). Thama introduces the werewolf vs vampire conflict for the first time, which takes a shape of its own as the universe progresses in the years to come.” The source further informs that Varun …