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EXCLUSIVE: Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya 2 in the development at Maddock Films with Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Janhvi Kapoor

EXCLUSIVE: Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya 2 in the development at Maddock Films with Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Janhvi Kapoor

After the impressive box office run and strong audience reception of Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, Maddock Films has quietly set the wheels in motion for a sequel. Pinkvilla has exclusively learned that Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon-led sci-fi romantic comedy, which struck a chord for its quirky take on love and technology, is now being expanded into a bigger franchise play. Sources tell us that the sequel will see Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon reprise their roles, while Janhvi Kapoor is expected to join the cast in a key role. “The story will take off from where it ended,” confirms the source. While plot details are being tightly guarded, the second installment is said to push the concept further on a larger scale. A little birdie also reveals, “The writing is currently underway, and the script is expected to be ready by August. The makers are planning to take the film on floors in the first quarter of 2027. However, a lot will depend on how Cocktail 2 performs, as that will help …

Director Navjot Gulati slams Maddock Films for delaying Pooja Meri Jaan release: ‘They don’t care about small films’

Director Navjot Gulati slams Maddock Films for delaying Pooja Meri Jaan release: ‘They don’t care about small films’

In 2022, filmmaker Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films announced the thriller, Pooja Meri Jaan, generating curiosity among audiences. Despite completing production and being positioned for an OTT release, the film has remained unreleased for nearly four years, leaving many wondering what went wrong behind the scenes. Navjot Gulati slams Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films for only focusing on big films. Now, in an interview with Variety India, director Navjot Gulati has broken his silence on the prolonged delay, alleging pricing disputes and stalled negotiations as the primary reasons the film continues to remain in limbo. Navjot Gulati on Pooja Meri Jaan’s release delay Navjot shared that the film starring Mrunal Thakur and Huma Qureshi completed shooting smoothly and was set for an OTT release. He revealed that it was initially scheduled to premiere on JioCinema, but after the merger of Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema, the makers pitched the film to other streaming platforms. However, according to the filmmaker, negotiations collapsed because the producers were asking for a high price. Expressing his frustration over the prolonged delay, he …

Pooja Meri Jaan director slams Maddock Films over delay in release

Pooja Meri Jaan director slams Maddock Films over delay in release

Mrunal Thakur and Huma Qureshi-starrer Pooja Meri Jaan has been MIA (missing in action) after it was announced three years ago. The film reportedly completed filming in August 2022, and since then has seen no updates regarding its release. Director Navjot Gulati has now opened up about the delay, urging Dinesh Vijan`s Maddock Films to release the long-delayed film, making serious claims against the production house.  Pooja Meri Jaan Director Navjot Gulati slams Maddock Films Navjot Gulati recently told Variety India that it was his father’s last wish to watch his film being released. He added that his father passed away in 2024 after repeatedly asking when Pooja Meri Jaan would finally be released for nearly three months on his deathbed. Gulati added that the film`s co-producer, Amar Kaushik, has even stopped responding to his calls and messages. He shared that their last conversation was in October 2025, after which, Kaushik has not replied to any texts or calls. “I`m tired of calling and texting and yet not hearing back. The only reason I`m telling …

Have you heard? Deepika Padukone to be a part of Maddock Films` StreeVerse

Have you heard? Deepika Padukone to be a part of Maddock Films` StreeVerse

In the Maddock universe Deepika Padukone’s hush-hush visit to Maddock Films has finally stopped being hush-hush. Industry chatter suggests the actor has been approached for not one but two big-ticket projects the studio is lining up. The loudest buzz surrounds Maddock’s expanding StreeVerse, where Deepika has reportedly been offered the role of a mysterious Bengali ghost named Shaakhchuni — insiders describe her as powerful, eerie, and central to the franchise’s next chapter. Alongside that, Maddock is said to be piecing together a large-scale fantasy epic, with Deepika as their top pick to lead it. Details are being guarded as tightly as a plot twist, but word is the film is being envisioned as a visual spectacle. Deepika has shown interest in both ideas but has kept things strictly professional, asking the team for full scripts before she signs anything. For now, Maddock remains tight-lipped, but her discreet visit has sent the rumour mill spinning. If things align, Deepika could be stepping into one of her most adventurous phases yet — from a chilling supernatural figure …

Deepika Padukone Offered THIS Mysterious Role In StreeVerse? Her Visit To Maddock Office Sparks Speculations | Bollywood News

Deepika Padukone Offered THIS Mysterious Role In StreeVerse? Her Visit To Maddock Office Sparks Speculations | Bollywood News

Last Updated:November 30, 2025, 13:50 IST Deepika Padukone was recently seen at Maddock Films, and reports now claim she has been offered two big projects, including a role as Bengali ghost Shaakhchuni in the StreeVerse. Deepika Padukone may join Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU) as a Bengali ghost Shaakhchuni, reports Mid-Day Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone was spotted by the paparazzi outside the Maddock Films office a few days ago, and fans wondered whether a collaboration is on the cards. Now, a report in Mid-Day suggests that she may join Maddock’s expanding StreeVerse. In fact, she has reportedly been offered not one, but two big-ticket projects that the studio is lining up! Deepika Padukone To Join Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU)? Mid Day claims that Deepika Padukone has reportedly been offered the role of a mysterious Bengali ghost named Shaakhchuni in Maddock’s StreeVerse, said to be powerful, eerie, and key to the franchise’s next chapter. Meanwhile, the report also states that Maddock is coming up with a large-scale fantasy epic, and Deepika is their top pick …

Maddock Horror Comedy Universe hits milestone as Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna’s film earns…

Maddock Horror Comedy Universe hits milestone as Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna’s film earns…

Thamma Box Office Collection Day 20: Maddock Horror Comedy Universe hits milestone as Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna’s film earns… Home News and Gossip Thamma Box Office Collection Day 20: Maddock Horror Comedy Universe hits milestone as Ayushmann Khur… Thamma, the latest addition to the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, brings together Ayushmann Khurrana, Paresh Rawal, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui in a thrilling tale of love and horror. Thamma Box Office Collection Day 20: Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna’s Thamma is directed by Aditya Sarpotdar. The film was released in theaters on October 21st and received a positive response from audiences. It is part of the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU), which already includes hits like Stree, Bhediya, and Munjha. The film earned a whopping Rs24 crore on its first day of release, coinciding with Diwali. The film grossed Rs108.4 crore in its first week, Rs18.7 crore in its second week, and gradually reached approximately Rs 131.05 crore in its third …

Maddock Horror Comedy Universe crosses ₹1500 crore on the back of Thamma’s success; beats KGF, Rohit Shetty Cop Universe

Maddock Horror Comedy Universe crosses ₹1500 crore on the back of Thamma’s success; beats KGF, Rohit Shetty Cop Universe

₹1500 crore on the back of Thamma’s success; beats KGF, Rohit Shetty Cop Universe”> ₹1500 crore on the back of Thamma’s success; beats KGF, Rohit Shetty Cop Universe”> Updated on: Nov 10, 2025 09:19 am IST After Thamma’s run at the box offic, the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, which also includes Stree, Bhediya, and Munjya, has crossed ₹1500 crore. The success of Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna’s vampire comedy Thamma has enabled its franchise, the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU), to cross the milestone of ₹1500 crore at the box office. The franchise, which began with Stree, also includes Munjya, Bhediya, and Stree 2. ₹1500 crore strong at the box office.” title=”Maddock Horror Comedy Universe is now ₹1500 crore strong at the box office.” /> ₹1500 crore strong at the box office.” title=”Maddock Horror Comedy Universe is now ₹1500 crore strong at the box office.” />Maddock Horror Comedy Universe is now ₹1500 crore strong at the box office. Maddock Horror Comedy Universe crosses ₹1500 crore Over the weekend, Maddock Films, the production house behind the …

Beats Stree To Emerge As The 2nd Highest-Grossing Film In Maddock Horror Comedy Universe!

Beats Stree To Emerge As The 2nd Highest-Grossing Film In Maddock Horror Comedy Universe!

Thamma Worldwide Box Office Day 12 Collection! (Photo Credit – Prime Video/Maddock Films) Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui led Thamma is achieving new feats with every passing day in theatres. The romantic-horror comedy drama directed by Aditya Sarpotdar is now the highest-grossing film in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe. Scroll below for the day 12 worldwide updates! Thamma Box Office Day 12 Worldwide Collection According to the estimates, Thamma has accumulated 182.86 crore gross at the worldwide box office in 12 days. This includes 154.87 crores gross from the domestic market. The remaining 27.99 crore gross are from the overseas circuits. Maddock Films’ production is currently the 9th highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2025 at the worldwide box office. It has surpassed Sikandar domestically, but still needs 28.48 crores more in the kitty to surpass the global lifetime of Salman Khan & Rashmika Mandanna starrer. With that, Thamma will climb up to the 8th spot. Here are the top 10 highest-grossing Bollywood releases of 2025 worldwide: Chhaava: 827.06 crores Saiyaara: 570.67 crores War 2: …

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 …

14% Budget Already Recovered, Will Maddock Films Suffer Another Flop After Only 119 Days?

14% Budget Already Recovered, Will Maddock Films Suffer Another Flop After Only 119 Days?

Bhool Chuk Maaf Box Office Update! ( Photo Credit – YouTube ) Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi starrer Bhool Chuk Maaf surpassed all odds to welcome a fantastic opening. High hopes are shouldered on sci-fi romantic comedy. Producers Maddock Films may welcome another flop in 2025 after only 119 days. Scroll below for a detailed box office analysis! What is Bhool Chuk Maaf’s budget? Bhool Chuk Maaf is reportedly made on a mid-budget of 50 crores. Maddock Films had previously created Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor starrer at an estimated cost of 60 crores. It went on to become a super-duper hit with lifetime collections of 627.50 crores. Rajkummar Rao & Wamiqa Gabbi’s film earned 7.20 crores on its opening day. It has recovered 14% of the estimated budget on day 1. The word-of-mouth is mixed, but if Karan Sharma’s directorial holds the fort in its first week, it could very well become a success at the Indian box office. Bhool Chuk Maaf Box Office Summary Budget: 50 crores Box Office Collection: 7.20 crores (1 …