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‘There were just 40–50 people’: Dhurandhar 2’s Uzair Baloch aka Danish Pandor recalls prequel’s ‘heartbreaking’ start, calls ‘propaganda’ debate ‘subjective’ | Bollywood News

‘There were just 40–50 people’: Dhurandhar 2’s Uzair Baloch aka Danish Pandor recalls prequel’s ‘heartbreaking’ start, calls ‘propaganda’ debate ‘subjective’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readNew DelhiMar 25, 2026 09:52 AM IST Just days before Dhurandhar released on December 5, the film was hit by a series of setbacks. Media and celebrity screenings were abruptly cancelled, as were premieres in countries like Australia and New Zealand, reportedly due to “technical issues.” The negative buzz that followed cast a shadow over the film’s box office prospects. Actor Danish Pandor, who plays Uzair Baloch (Akshaye Khanna’s younger brother) in the film, recalled how deeply it affected him. “There were just 40–50 people to watch the film on its release day,” he said, describing the moment as “heartbreaking.” The situation, however, echoed the journeys of classics like Zanjeer and Sholay, which also faced early hurdles and lukewarm starts before going on to become iconic. ‘Too much negative publicity around Dhurandhar’ Speaking to abplive.com, Danish reflected on the atmosphere leading up to the release: “It’s all about the audience. I remember the film released on Friday after the screening got cancelled on Thursday. I was completely heartbroken. I couldn’t understand what was …

Avatar Fire and Ash first reactions hail James Cameron’s ‘staggering filmmaking’, call it ‘bigger, better’ than prequels

Avatar Fire and Ash first reactions hail James Cameron’s ‘staggering filmmaking’, call it ‘bigger, better’ than prequels

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The world premiere of James Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash took place in Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre on Monday night, with the creme de la creme of Hollywood in attendance. The premiere was also attended by select journalists and movie critics from around the world. After the screening, many of these critics took to social media to share their first reactions about the heavily anticipated film, and so far, the response is overwhelmingly positive. Avatar Fire and Ash, directed by James Cameron, released on 19 December. Avatar Fire and Ash first reactions In their first posts on Avatar 3 on Twitter (now X), the critics have praised the film’s visuals, James Cameron’s sweeping narrative, and said that the film should please fans of the first two Avatar films. Jazz Tangcay of Variety called the film ‘a staggering achievement of moviemaking’. He added, “James Cameron raises the stakes. It’s bigger, better and more emotional than ever before. It has gorgeous visuals, thrilling new characters and is a technical marvel.” His colleague Courtney Howard echoed the sentiment saying …

Did You Know Natalie Portman Took a Break from Acting After Star Wars Prequels Because Critics Said She Couldn’t Act?

Did You Know Natalie Portman Took a Break from Acting After Star Wars Prequels Because Critics Said She Couldn’t Act?

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Natalie Portman Stopped Acting After Star Wars Prequels ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) After The Phantom Menace hit theaters in 1999, it was supposed to be a return to the galaxy far away that would satisfy fans waiting nearly two decades for more Star Wars content. However, the film’s reception wasn’t exactly stellar, and the two sequels didn’t fare much better. Natalie Portman, who played Padmé Amidala, found herself in the spotlight, not just for her role but for the harsh criticism of her acting. Despite being the only major female lead in the trilogy, the backlash was hard to escape. At just 16 years old, Portman struggled to cope with the critiques of her performance, especially when many dismissed her abilities as an actress. It wasn’t long before she took a step back from the industry to process it all and reevaluate her next move. Natalie Portman Faced Criticism After Star Wars After the Star Wars prequels hit the big screen, Natalie Portman found herself in the middle of a storm of criticism. …

When Will The Yellowstone Prequel’s 2-Hour Finale Episode Release On Paramount?

When Will The Yellowstone Prequel’s 2-Hour Finale Episode Release On Paramount?

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Here’s When 1923 Season 2 Will Be Available On Paramount! ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) Get ready, Dutton devotees, 1923 is galloping toward its epic Season 2 finale, bringing a two-hour television titan with it! Yep, saddle up because Paramount+ is dropping what might be the most intense, emotional, and downright explosive episode of the Yellowstone prequel this weekend. After the carnage-packed episode 6, which felt more like a Game of Thrones massacre in the Wild West, the stage is set for Spencer Dutton’s dramatic homecoming, though something tells us that Montana might not roll out the welcome wagon. Led by the ever-iconic duo of Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren as Jacob and Cara Dutton, 1923 has been a gritty, gripping ride through prohibition, bootlegging, and a nation on the edge of transformation. It’s not just about cattle and conflict. It’s an ode to an era. And now, with tensions higher than a saloon’s last bottle of whiskey, all storylines are charging full speed into what promises to be a bittersweet, bloody, and brilliant …

Did Three Iconic Directors Turn Down George Lucas’ Offer To Helm The Star Wars Prequels?

Did Three Iconic Directors Turn Down George Lucas’ Offer To Helm The Star Wars Prequels?

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Did iconic directors refuse to helm Star wars prequel? (Photo Credit – Wikipedia) Well, guess what? They all said no. Why? Because sometimes even legends don’t want to mess with the mythos. Ron Howard spilled the galactic tea in a 2015 Happy Sad Confused podcast interview. Lucas had approached Spielberg (yes, Jurassic Park Spielberg), Zemeckis (Back to the Future, hello?), and Howard (Apollo 13 genius) with an offer no filmmaker could refuse—or so you’d think. But all three turned him down. Howard revealed, “They all said the same thing: ‘George, you should do it.’ I don’t think anybody wanted to follow up that act at the time. It was an honor, but it would’ve been too daunting.” This wasn’t Lucas’s first rodeo with delegation. After a grueling experience directing A New Hope, he let Irvin Kershner and Richard Marquand handle The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. His plan for the prequels? A similar hands-off approach, where he’d focus on the story and production while someone else directed. But this time, his A-list …

Surpasses The Prequel’s $15 Million Run In Just 8 Days!

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Inside Out 2 Box Office (China): Earns Winning Number In Second Week Too, Beats Inside Out’s Entire Run!(Photo Credit –YouTube) Inside Out 2 is showing the film’s magic worldwide, including China. The Kelsey Mann-directed movie has already surpassed its predecessor, Inside Out, which was released in 2015. Maya Hawke and Ayo Edebiri joined the cast in the sequel as new emotions as Riley, the protagonist, hit puberty. Keep scrolling for more. It has been wreaking havoc at the global and domestic box office and is on its way to becoming the first movie of 2024 to cross the one-billion mark. The movie has been topping the domestic box office charts since its release. Other films which are also in the theatres but have no chance of going anywhere near the sequel to Inside Out. According to trade analyst Luiz Fernando’s report, Inside Out 2 has beaten its prequel Inside Out at the Chinese box office. The 2024 release has reportedly beaten the entire run of Inside Out’s entire $15.3 million local run in just eight …

Despite Facing A Harsher Drop Compared To Its Prequels, Wes Ball’s Movie Will Soon Hit $100 Million Mark!

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Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes Box Office (North America): Update Of Its 1st Tuesday!(Photo Credit –IMDb) Wes Ball’s movie, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, recorded the fourth biggest Wednesday of 2024, bringing in solid numbers this week. It has hit a significant milestone in the North American box office. The fourth installment in the Planet of the Apes reboot franchise has raised the industry’s hopes for a successful summer beginning at the box office. Keep scrolling for the deets. The movie received rave reviews from critics and has earned an impressive B rating on CinemaScore. It has an 81% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from over 250 movie critics. People have praised its visuals, and early reviews helped boost the film’s collection on its opening weekend, as it did better than predictions. According to Luiz Fernando’s box office report, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes collected $3.6 million on Wednesday, recording the fourth-biggest Wednesday of 2024. For the record, it is at the #1 position in the United States’ box office …

Deadpool & Wolverine’s Reported Runtime Revealed, Longer Than Its Prequels But Still Not Enough For Fans As They Say “That’s A Little Disappointing”

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Deadpool & Wolverine’s Reported Runtime Revealed(Photo Credit –IMDb) Marvel Studios is playing safe with content after facing a downfall after Avengers: Endgame, which is noticeable. This year, there will be only one MCU release, and that is Deadpool & Wolverine, and it has kept us all on the edge. Now, a recent report has revealed the movie’s alleged runtime, and it has already broken the previous two movies’ runtimes. Keep scrolling for more. Ryan Reynolds will reprise his role as the Merc with a Mouth, but the biggest attraction is Hugh Jackman’s return as Logan. Also, it is the first time fans are witnessing Hugh donning the comic-accurate yellow and blue costume of Wolverine. Industry analysts are hopeful that it will bring back Marvel’s glory at the box office and hit the billion-dollar mark after Spider-Man: No Way Home’s $1.92 billion collection. As per AMC Theatres via Sacnilk, Deadpool & Wolverine, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, will have a runtime of 2 hours and 7 minutes, which is the highest in the Ryan-led franchise. …

Ahead Of The Film’s Release, Here Is A List Of Five Visual Spectacles From The Prequels Reminding Us Of The Series’ Cinematic Splendor!

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Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes: 5 Visual Moments From The Past Films In The Franchise. (Photo Credit – IMDb) Wes Ball’s movie the Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is already gathering a lot of praise ahead of its theatrical release. The makers dropped a preview of the film where three apes are shown along with the beautiful landscape of the movie. The movies in the Planet of the Apes film series are known for their stunning visuals, and if you need a reminder of that, then keep scrolling. The upcoming movie, led by Freya Allan, is the fourth installment in the Planet of the Apes reboot franchise. It is set about three hundred years after the War of the Planet of the Apes. The main protagonist from the previous trilogy, Caesar, became very popular, and Andi Serkis played it. The makers used motion captures and advanced technologies to bring out the performances of the non-human characters in the film series. Wes Ball’s movie Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes box …