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Have you Heard? Saif Ali Khan teams up with Farhan Akhtar for a social thriller

Have you Heard? Saif Ali Khan teams up with Farhan Akhtar for a social thriller

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The college reunion Actor Saif Ali Khan is set to reunite with producers Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani for a new thriller under Excel Entertainment, 25 years after ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ (2001). According to reports, the film is an “intense, edge-of-the-seat thriller” exploring themes of morality, ethics, and societal issues. We have learnt that the project is currently in the writing stage, with production expected to begin by the end of this year. A leading female actor is yet to be finalised. Saif Ali Khan’s latest The actor was last seen in ‘Kartavya’, produced by Shah Rukh Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment. The film also starred Rasika Dugal, Saurabh Dwivedi, and Sanjay Mishra Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Rajkumar Hirani reveals 3 Idiots sequel plot: Rancho, Farhan and Raju face mid-life crisis | Bollywood News

Rajkumar Hirani reveals 3 Idiots sequel plot: Rancho, Farhan and Raju face mid-life crisis | Bollywood News

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3 min readNew DelhiJun 18, 2026 06:20 PM IST 16 years after 3 Idiots became a cultural phenomenon, director Rajkumar Hirani has shared fresh details about the much-awaited sequel to the film. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, Hirani revealed that he and longtime collaborator Abhijat Joshi are still developing the script for the follow-up, which will revisit Rancho, Farhan and Raju years after audiences last saw them. ‘Still working on the script’ At the end of 3 Idiots (2009), Rancho (Aamir Khan) had settled in Ladakh as an innovative educator, Farhan (R Madhavan) had become a successful wildlife photographer, and Raju (Sharman Joshi) had found stability in his professional life. Now, Rajkumar Hirani says the sequel will move far beyond their college days. “I’m still working on that script. There is a lot of work left. It’s primarily about what happens to these characters 15-20 years later. It’s not about college or anything. They are married and have children now. They are experiencing mid-life crisis, and so we will have to see, …

Have you heard? Salman Khan in talks with Farhan Akhtar for epic period action drama

Have you heard? Salman Khan in talks with Farhan Akhtar for epic period action drama

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Turning into a genre bending superstar After signing a quirky superhero comedy with filmmaker duo Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK, Salman Khan is now eyeing another ambitious big-screen venture. According to reports, the superstar is in talks with Farhan Akhtar for a grand period action drama inspired by one of the most celebrated figures from Indian history. A source told Pinkvilla, “Salman Khan and Farhan Akhtar have been meeting regularly over the last month to discuss a potential collaboration. Salman has loved what he has heard so far, and has shown keen interest in the project.” We have learnt that while the discussions are still at an early stage, the film is envisioned as a large-scale theatrical spectacle told across two instalments. If the collaboration materialises, the project is expected to begin production in summer 2027. A different kind of superhero (L-R) Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view …

Amid Don 3 row, Saif Ali Khan says Farhan Akhtar ‘was born to direct’ | Bollywood News

Amid Don 3 row, Saif Ali Khan says Farhan Akhtar ‘was born to direct’ | Bollywood News

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5 min readMumbaiJun 13, 2026 04:31 PM IST Released 25 years ago, Farhan Akhtar’s debut directorial Dil Chahta Hai changed Hindi cinema forever. A coming-of-age story that captured the aspirations and friendships of a generation, the film continues to enjoy cult status even today. Fans frequently revisit the film and often urge Farhan to make a sequel, hoping to discover what became of Aakash, Sid and Sameer long after the credits rolled. While a sequel may not be on the horizon, Saif Ali Khan recently reflected on his experience of making the film and recalled the unforgettable time the cast and crew spent together during the shoot. ‘Farhan Akhtar was born to direct’ “Making Dil Chahta Hai was a lot of fun. It was insane. I think it was the most fun because it was Goa, and we were very young,” he told Variety India. He added, “We shot on the beach and we partied as well. I remember we tried almost every restaurant in Goa. And because we were all so young, we had …

Saif Ali Khan says Farhan Akhtar was ‘born to direct’; recalls Dil Chahta Hai’s 105-day shoot: ‘There was no tension’

Saif Ali Khan says Farhan Akhtar was ‘born to direct’; recalls Dil Chahta Hai’s 105-day shoot: ‘There was no tension’

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Dil Chahta Hai will complete 25 years in August 2026. Directed by Farhan Akhtar in his directorial debut, the film starred Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan and Akshaye Khanna, and continues to be regarded as one of Hindi cinema’s most loved coming-of-age films. Even after all these years, it remains a favourite among audiences. For Saif Ali Khan, who played the lovable Sameer, the memories of making the film are still as fresh as ever. Dil Chahta Hai released in theatres on August 10, 2001. It felt more like a holiday than work Saif Ali Khan recently looked back at the making of Dil Chahta Hai, describing the shoot as an absolute blast. Speaking to Variety India, the actor shared that filming the movie was an incredible amount of fun, mostly because the young cast and crew were shooting on location in Goa. He fondly recalled how they practically lived out the holiday vibe of the film, shooting on the beaches by day and partying just as hard by night, even making it a point …

Sahibzada Farhan to Lead Pakistan Squad in Asian Games 2026

Sahibzada Farhan to Lead Pakistan Squad in Asian Games 2026

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The PCB has unveiled the Pakistan squad for the Asian Games 2026, to be played in the September-October window. The 15-member squad will be led by Sahibzada Farhan, with several fresh names included in the squad.  Meanwhile, Abdul Samad has been named as the vice captain. Uncapped Players Akif Javed, Ali Raza, Maaz Sadaqat and Saad Masood will be making their T20I debuts during the event. Farhan has made 46 T20I appearances for Pakistan and will be leading the side for the first time. The 30-year-old had scored 1305 runs, including two centuries and two half-centuries. The Pakistan squad for the Asian Games is almost similar to the squad that featured in the T20 World Cup earlier this year, where the regular white-ball captain Salman Agha, Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi and Shadab Khan have been excluded. Usman Khan has been considered the primary keeper in the squad. With part, selected players are currently involved in Pakistan’s preparations at the National Cricket Academy. Pakistan Cricket Team (image: X) Fourteen members of the Asian Games squad are …

Sahibzada Farhan to lead Pakistan at Asian Games 2026; Check full team

Sahibzada Farhan to lead Pakistan at Asian Games 2026; Check full team

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2 min readJun 10, 2026 12:11 PM IST The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced a 15-member squad for the 2026 Asian Games, with opening batter Sahibzada Farhan appointed as Pakistan’s captain. Abdul Samad has been named the vice-captain of the side. The 2026 Asian Games will be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, in September and October later this year. The men’s cricket event will commence on 24 September, while the medal matches will be played on 3 October. The squad includes four players who are yet to play T20Is for Pakistan: Akif Javed, Ali Raza, Maaz Sadaqat and Saad Masood. Farhan was the highest run-getter in the recently concluded T20 World Cup 2026, leading his side to the Super 8s before they were knocked out ahead of the semifinals. Farhan has played 46 T20Is for Pakistan so far but has not yet led them in either white-ball format. Usman Khan, who was part of Pakistan’s T20 World Cup squad, has been picked as the primary wicketkeeper in the side. The PCB stated that the majority of …

Ranveer Singh’s father thanked Poonam Dhillon for her support in Don 3 row; holds no animosity towards Farhan Akhtar

Ranveer Singh’s father thanked Poonam Dhillon for her support in Don 3 row; holds no animosity towards Farhan Akhtar

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The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) recently revoked its ban against actor Ranveer Singh in the Don 3 row. This comes after Farhan Akhtar and Excel Entertainment complained about the actor following his walkout. President of the Cine and TV Artistes’ Association (CINTAA), Poonam Dhillon, told Variety India that Ranveer’s father, Jagjit Singh Bhavnani, thanked her for her support. (Also Read: Internet thinks Hrithik Roshan is pitching himself for Don 3 amid Ranveer Singh feud; Zoya Akhtar’s comment fans flames) Poonam Dhillon spoke about staying in touch Ranveer Singh’s father through the Don 3 row. Ranveer Singh’s father thanked Poonam Dhillon, has no animosity towards Farhan Akhtar Poonam was vocal in her support of Ranveer when the FWICE announced the non-cooperation against him. She told the publication that, as far as she knew, the actor had an ‘excellent relationship’ with the production house, as he had worked with them on Gully Boy (2019) and Dil Dhadakne Do (2015). She clarified that her support is for Ranveer as well as Farhan, since he’s an …

Ranveer Singh’s Don 3 exit row not over; Producers Guild to hold mediation with Farhan Akhtar

Ranveer Singh’s Don 3 exit row not over; Producers Guild to hold mediation with Farhan Akhtar

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Even before it shot its first frame, Farhan Akhtar’s Don 3 has been mired in controversy, making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Following Ranveer Singh’s alleged abrupt exit from the film in December last year, the dispute between the actor and the filmmaker has only deepened, with multiple stakeholders getting drawn into the fallout. While the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) on Wednesday revoked its non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh, the Producers Guild of India simultaneously issued a strongly worded statement against last-minute withdrawals from film projects. Now, reports suggest that the Guild is once again stepping in to mediate the ongoing dispute. ‘There is always the court route’ As per a report by Mid-Day, the Guild is expected to hold another round of discussions in the coming weeks. While Vice President Manish Goswami refrained from offering a timeline, he confirmed that the body would reconvene to address the issue. The report quoted him as saying, “The Guild is yet to formally table the deal. From here, it can go two ways. …

Exclusive! Legal expert Hitesh Jain on Ranveer Singh, Farhan Akhtar’s Don 3 row: FWICE had no business taking sides

Exclusive! Legal expert Hitesh Jain on Ranveer Singh, Farhan Akhtar’s Don 3 row: FWICE had no business taking sides

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Hitesh Jain, legal expert and managing partner at Parinam Law, speaking to us about Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar’s Don 3 row says, “The directives issued by FWICE were meaningless and unenforceable. In the past, FWICE has not been able to enforce such directives and courts have criticised them as well. In any event, these directives were always meant to be taken with a pinch of salt. The film industry is not going through a glorious time and people are struggling for work. When you issue such directives, it is not in the interest of the workforce, which FWICE claims to represent. When you halt a project, you go against employment opportunities for the many people engaged on it. FWICE had no business taking any stand in a matter involving two parties.” He adds, “If Excel Entertainment felt it had a strong case, nothing prevented it from approaching the court. In a contractual dispute, there is no question of morality. The fact that Excel did not approach the court and instead used backdoor methods exposes …