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Dhurandhar 2 mania: Fan heads to California to watch uncensored version

Dhurandhar 2 mania: Fan heads to California to watch uncensored version

Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge is on a spree to shatter records. It was one of the most awaited films of 2026, and its unprecedented footfalls speak volumes about the audience’s love for the film. Following the juggernaut success of Dhurandhar 2, starring Ranveer Singh, the film continues to spark buzz across borders. Taking fandom to another level, a viewer reportedly travelled all the way to California just to watch its uncensored version. Fan travels to California to see Dhurandhar 2 A user named Manali Dey recently took to her Instagram handle and dropped a brief video of the “uncensored version” of Dhurandhar 2, claiming she watched it in California. She wrote on the video that she took a 20-hour flight and waited four days just to watch the uncensored version, which features an additional six minutes of runtime. She also captioned the post saying that there are indeed benefits, adding a spoiler alert and mentioning that the full version can only be watched outside the country. She further urged viewers to share it with …

Akshay Kumar Says Dhurandhar Mania Won’t Impact Bhooth Bangla Box Office

Akshay Kumar Says Dhurandhar Mania Won’t Impact Bhooth Bangla Box Office

As Dhurandhar: The Revenge continues to dominate the box office and fuel industry-wide buzz, Akshay Kumar is taking a distinctly different stance when it comes to his upcoming film Bhooth Bangla. While many would assume that the massive success of a high-octane action film might overshadow other releases, Akshay appears unfazed by the so-called “Dhurandhar mania.” In a recent interaction, the actor addressed whether the timing of Bhooth Bangla, a horror-comedy, was influenced by the ongoing trend of action-heavy blockbusters. His response was clear and grounded in his long-standing approach to filmmaking. He said, “We don’t look at what the trend is. We rather look at whether the story was good or not.” Akshay also acknowledged the success of Dhurandhar, calling it a strong film, but emphasised that both projects belong to entirely different cinematic spaces. “Dhurandhar is an adult film… this is for kids and families,” he noted, highlighting the contrast in tone and audience. This distinction becomes central to his confidence—rather than competing directly, Bhooth Bangla aims to offer a completely different viewing experience.   Directed by Priyadarshan, Bhooth Bangla marks the much-awaited reunion between the …

Akshay Kumar is confident Dhurandhar mania won’t affect Bhooth Bangla’s box office: ‘We don’t look at what the trend is’

Akshay Kumar is confident Dhurandhar mania won’t affect Bhooth Bangla’s box office: ‘We don’t look at what the trend is’

Akshay Kumar is returning to comedy in a big way by reuniting with Priyadarshan. Their upcoming collaboration, Bhooth Bangla, is a horror comedy reminiscent of Bhool Bhulaiyaa. But Akshay is insistent that the two films are different. The film also comes out at a time when mass actioners and spy thrillers are ruling the box office. But the veteran star is not concerned about the ongoing ‘trend’. Akshay Kumar’s Bhooth Bangla releases three weeks after Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2. Akshay Kumar on bringing Bhooth Bangla weeks after Dhurandhar 2 In an interaction with news agency PTI, Akshay was asked whether it was a conscious decision to bring out a light-hearted movie at a time when action and violent movies are ruling the box office. The actor responded, “There are different kinds of films (being made). Dhurandhar is a great film, I’ve seen it. This (Bhooth Bangla) is a different film. Dhurandhar is an adult film; this (Bhooth Bangla) is for kids and families.” The actor added, “When we made this film, we didn’t look at …

SS Rajamouli puts an end to sequel mania with Varanasi; reveals Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra film’s runtime

SS Rajamouli puts an end to sequel mania with Varanasi; reveals Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra film’s runtime

Director SS Rajamouli is often credited with making India obsessed with releasing films in two parts, thanks to Baahubali. Films that followed suit rarely held the audience’s attention as the magnum opus did. And now, it looks like the filmmaker will finally put an end to the mania with his Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran-starrer Varanasi. (Also Read: Priyanka Chopra mutters ‘oh my god’ under her breath on Mahesh Babu’s take on cinema; fans say ‘ori deeni eshalu’) SS Rajamouli spoke about his upcoming film Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran. (AP) SS Rajamouli reveals Varanasi runtime, details In an interview with Screen Rant Plus that was filmed during the first glimpse launch of Varanasi in Hyderabad last year, Rajamouli revealed that the film will be released in one part. When he was asked if the film would have two parts, he replied, “We considered that, we considered it briefly. And we quickly dropped the idea. It’s one film.” He also addressed rumours of the film having a 200-minute runtime …

Jana Nayagan vs The Raja Saab box office clash: Prabhas mania set to drown Vijay hype in epic Pongal battle

Jana Nayagan vs The Raja Saab box office clash: Prabhas mania set to drown Vijay hype in epic Pongal battle

It is not often that two superstars with pan-India presence clash at the box office on a big festival. But somehow, Prabhas has made it a habit now. After seeing Salaar clashing with Shah Rukh Khan’s Dunki in 2023, his latest film – The Raja Saab – will now arrive in the theatres on the same day as Vijay’s final film, Jana Nayagan. Even though the two films belong to different languages and industries, the overlap in their release dates and their scale means they will be competing for the same screens and, in many cases, the same audience. Prabhas and Vijay are coming with their latest films on January 9. We take a look at who is likelier to come out on top in this superstarry clash this Pongal/Sankranthi. Jana Nayagan box office prediction Vijay’s films have largely been led by collections in Tamil Nadu, with support from the Telugu states, and to an extent Kerala and Karnataka. Outside the south, his films do limited business. But the hype for his films in the …

Messi mania grips Kolkata as thousands welcome Argentine icon on Saturday

Messi mania grips Kolkata as thousands welcome Argentine icon on Saturday

Thousands braved the December chill and waited past midnight to give a rousing welcome to Argentine superstar footballer Lionel Messi as he arrived in Kolkata for his whirlwind three-day, four-city GOAT India Tour 2025. The Barcelona legend`s 2.26 am touchdown in the early hours of Saturday sent the city into a frenzy. Gate 4 of the international arrivals turned into a roaring sea of chants, flags and flashing phones, with fans sprinting between gates for even a fleeting glimpse of their favourite sports star. Messi fans welcome him at the airport in Kolkata Children perched on shoulders and drums rolled as Messi was whisked out through the VIP gate under massive security. A heavy convoy then escorted him to his hotel, where another huge crowd was waiting deep into the night. Barricades, police deployment, and non-stop cheering completed a citywide eruption of “Messi mania.” Messi arrived with long-time strike partner Luis Suárez and Argentina teammate Rodrigo De Paul. Over the next 72 hours, he will zip across Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Delhi, meeting chief ministers, …

Netflix crashes because of Stranger Things 5 mania? Fans REVEAL…

Netflix crashes because of Stranger Things 5 mania? Fans REVEAL…

Netflix crashes because of Stranger Things 5 mania? Fans REVEAL… Stranger Things’ upcoming season is clearly what the viewers have been keen to watch. Thousands of Netflix users in the US have been facing streaming outages today. By: Gurnoor Sahni  |  Published: November 27, 2025 12:53 PM IST Netflix has been facing massive outage in the United States since November 26. Reason? Over 14,000 users had reported issues that they faced in accessing the streaming service. The problem started just before the release of the much-anticipated and final season of the popular series Stranger Things. This has made many to wonder if there could be a connection between the increase in viewership and the platform’s technical issues. Several social media users have been quick to react to the crash. This has further led to massive frustration among the viewers who need immediate reaction. Don’t Miss Out on the Latest Updates. Subscribe to Our Newsletter Today! …

AI mania masks economic fissures and rising uncertainty

AI mania masks economic fissures and rising uncertainty

November 8, 2025 07:09 AM IST First published on: Nov 8, 2025 at 07:09 AM IST The tone and tenor in Washington, DC on the sidelines of the recent IMF-World Bank meetings revealed how divided and uncertain the policy, investor and analyst community remains. One would have presumed economic uncertainty would have peaked during the spring meetings in April, a few weeks after “Liberation Day”. The uncertainty then was deep, but narrow, concentrated on the scale and scope of the Trump tariffs. Now it has broadened ominously. Is the US economy on the verge of a recession or has it bucked one? Are the Trump tariffs even legal? Will the breathless AI build-out become progressively unviable? Are we playing with fiscal fire globally? Is the cherished independence of some central banks under existential threat? Start with US economic performance. The Atlanta Fed Nowcaster suggests US growth last quarter was tracking an eye-popping 3.9 per cent. Far from a tariff-induced recession, US growth is accelerating! Tempting as it may be, it’s too early to claim victory. …

“The Support is Phenomenal” Ambati Rayudu On Fans Mania Over MS Dhoni Ahead of RCB Clash

“The Support is Phenomenal” Ambati Rayudu On Fans Mania Over MS Dhoni Ahead of RCB Clash

The former CSK player Ambati Rayudu feels that Fans’ fixation over the Chennai crowd towards MS Dhoni isn’t serving the game and the other CSK players well ahead of the high-stakes encounter against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2025 season. He mentioned that while the Chennai crowd is known for its deep understanding of the game, their passion often revolves around Dhoni. When CSK batting at Chepauk, fans eagerly wait for Dhoni to come out, and each fallen wicket adds excitement. Rayudu shared that for new players, this atmosphere can be overwhelming. The crowd’s energy is incredible, but it is clear that many fans support MS Dhoni and CSK second. He said that Dhoni has been the face of the years and has led CSK with great success. Ambati Rayudu acknowledged that MS Dhoni has earned his legendary status and fan’s love for him is understandable. “It is quite daunting if you’re a newcomer,” said Rayudu. “It’s quite loud. The support is phenomenal. But, as you go on and play, then you realise they …

“How Do We Maintain Composure…”: As Virat Kohli Mania Grips Delhi In Ranji Trophy, Rival Captain’s Honest Feedback

“How Do We Maintain Composure…”: As Virat Kohli Mania Grips Delhi In Ranji Trophy, Rival Captain’s Honest Feedback

With his aura and intensity, Virat Kohli could bend anything to his will. But, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Thursday, his mere presence was enough to “inspire” and “overwhelm” his teammates and opponents alike in one of the most keenly followed matches in the history of Ranji Trophy. When he saw the long queue of spectators jostling to enter the stadium much before the first ball was delivered in Kohli’s comeback game in domestic red-ball cricket, his Delhi teammate Navdeep Saini was convinced that this was not going to be just another first-class match. Saini said that for most of the team’s young players who have grown up idolising Kohli and watching his exploits on TV, sharing the space with the maestro was a “different thing” altogether. “His energy is so high, automatically our energy level also goes up with him around. Then his effort, whenever he is batting, fielding or in gym, his intensity, it is always 110 percent,” Saini said at the end of first day’s play between Delhi and …