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Jackie Shroff hints at Sanjay Dutt, Madhuri Dixit reunion in Khalnayak Returns

Jackie Shroff hints at Sanjay Dutt, Madhuri Dixit reunion in Khalnayak Returns

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3 min readMumbaiJun 3, 2026 08:23 AM IST Jackie Shroff isn’t complaining that fellow ’80s stars are dominating the screens yet again. He headlines a superhero movie, Manish Saini’s The Great Grand Superhero, and will be next seen in Ahmed Khan’s adventure comedy Welcome to the Jungle. Meanwhile, his former co-star Madhuri Dixit will be seen in Suresh Triveni’s comedy Maa Behen on Netflix India this Friday. Their Khal Nayak co-star Sanjay Dutt is on a roll as well, having starred in Aditya Dhar’s blockbuster spy thriller Dhurandhar: The Revenge and Riteish Deshmukh’s period war drama Raj Shivaji this year. “I’m sure your mom and dad aren’t complaining either,” Jackie tells this writer in an exclusive interview. While he hasn’t signed on the dotted line yet, he made his intent clear to SCREEN about reuniting with Sanjay and Madhuri in the recently announced sequel to their film, Khalnayak Returns. “There’s no discussion yet. The story is yet to reach me. Sanju baba’s posters are already out as Khalnaayak. Bas police officer Ram Sinha aur unki …

Maatrubhumi gets first review: Subhash Ghai calls Salman Khan’s film a ‘must watch’ | Bollywood News

Maatrubhumi gets first review: Subhash Ghai calls Salman Khan’s film a ‘must watch’ | Bollywood News

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Salman Khan’s upcoming film Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace has received its first industry review, and it comes from veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai. After attending a private screening of the film’s rough cut hosted by Salman, Ghai took to social media to praise the project, calling it a “must watch film.” The special screening was attended by several prominent names from the Hindi film industry, including Sooraj Barjatya, Kabir Khan, David Dhawan, Riteish Deshmukh, Chitrangda Singh and Siddharth Roy Kapur, who got an early look at the Apoorva Lakhia directorial inspired by the Galwan Valley clash. Sharing a photograph from the gathering on X (formerly Twitter), Ghai expressed his admiration for the film and the experience of watching it alongside fellow filmmakers. He wrote, “So beautiful to see my favourite directors together@food square today to watch a rough cut of a Apoorva lakhiya film MATRI BHUMI@ starring #salman khan based on a warm story of indo china soldiers with their respective emotions for their nations n families. A must watch film.” so beautiful to …

Maatrubhumi first review out: Subhash Ghai calls Salman Khan’s film a ‘must watch’

Maatrubhumi first review out: Subhash Ghai calls Salman Khan’s film a ‘must watch’

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While fans are eagerly waiting for Salman Khan’s next big-screen outing Maatrubhumi, the film has already received its first review — and it comes from celebrated filmmaker Subhash Ghai. Recently, he took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his first impression of the film after watching its rough cut and called it a “must watch.” Salman Khan in a still from the Battle of Galwan song Maatrubhumi. ‘A must watch’ Ghai shared a photo with Salman Khan along with Kabir Khan, Sooraj Barjatya, Chitrangda Singh, Siddharth Roy Kapur, Riteish Deshmukh, David Dhawan and others on X and wrote, “So beautiful to see my favourite directors together@food square today to watch a rough cut of a Apoorva lakhiya film MATRI BHUMI@ starring #salman khan based on a warm story of indo china soldiers with their respective emotions for their nations n families. A must watch film.” Maatrubhumi controversy Salman Khan’s film has been stuck in limbo for quite some time. The film was originally slated to release on April 17. After the teaser was unveiled earlier, …

‘Agar woh zor se chilla denge’: When Irrfan Khan initially refused to work with Sunny Deol | Bollywood News

‘Agar woh zor se chilla denge’: When Irrfan Khan initially refused to work with Sunny Deol | Bollywood News

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Irrfan Khan is regarded as one of the finest actors Indian cinema has ever produced. When he passed away in 2020, the loss was mourned not just by Bollywood but by audiences across the world. His effortless performances, emotional depth, and natural screen presence made him an artiste unlike any other. But there was a time when even Irrfan struggled with insecurity — especially while starring alongside a massive commercial star like Sunny Deol. The two actors came together for director Neerraj Pathak’s thriller Right Yaaa Wrong. While Sunny was already an established superstar known for blockbusters like Gadar: Ek Prem Katha, Ghayal, Ghatak, and Border, Irrfan was primarily associated with independent and content-driven cinema at the time. Recalling the film’s casting process during an interview with Bollywood Hungama, Neerraj revealed that Sunny Deol had loved the script and asked who would play the other protagonist. “I told him I had Kay Kay Menon and Irrfan Khan in mind because they were perfect for the role,” Neerraj shared, adding, “I had known Irrfan since our …

Raghav Khanna to direct documentary on Subhash Ghai’s cinematic legacy: ‘This script is more than a biopic’

Raghav Khanna to direct documentary on Subhash Ghai’s cinematic legacy: ‘This script is more than a biopic’

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Bollywood filmmaker Subhash Ghai has delivered several iconic films over the years, including Hero, Karz, Ram Lakhan and Khalnayak. Now, Epic Studios and Mukta Arts have announced a strategic partnership to produce a feature-length documentary exploring how Subhash Ghai defined the scale, sound and swagger of Hindi cinema. Subash Ghai’s documentary will explore how he changed the scale and sound of Hindi cinema. Documentary on Subhash Ghai’s legacy The documentary will be directed by Raghav Khanna, who previously served as the production executive on the documentary Yo Yo Honey Singh: Famous. The film is expected to premiere at a prestigious film festival before moving to a global streaming platform. Beyond Subhash Ghai’s personal journey, the documentary will also delve into the technical evolution of the film industry. It will feature exclusive interviews with cinematographers, composers and editors, highlighting how the filmmaker elevated the scale, technical grammar and professional ambitions of Indian cinema. Speaking about the documentary, Subhash Ghai said, “Cinema, for me, has always been about emotion, music, and dreams that stay with people for …

Ram Lakhan’s Sonika Gill lost Khalnayak after accident, now lives with husband and his first wife | Bollywood News

Ram Lakhan’s Sonika Gill lost Khalnayak after accident, now lives with husband and his first wife | Bollywood News

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Does the name Sonika Gill ring a bell? Yes, it’s the blue-eyed actor who played Vivia in Subhash Ghai’s 1989 blockbuster action romance Ram Lakhan. With no godfather in Bollywood, Sonika, a trained classical dancer from Delhi, made inroads into Bollywood through minor supporting roles in films for almost a decade before she got her breakthrough in the Anil Kapoor-starrer. Sonika Gill was actively involved in the cultural activities at her school, often performing on the stage with her schoolmate and future ace singer Sonu Nigam. When she moved to Mumbai, Sonika did minor roles in films like Nazrana Pyar Ka (1980), Prem Geet (1981), Siskiyan (1983), Aaj Ki Awaz (1984), Anokha Insaan (1986), and Main Aur Tum (1987), before signing her first major film, Manoj Kumar’s Clerk (1989). She soon got a call from Subhash Ghai’s office, who after the first meeting itself, signed her for a three-film deal. While rising sensations like Sangeeta Bijlani and Sonu Walia were also in the running, the filmmaker opted for Sonika because he had faith in her …

Why Subhash Ghai won’t direct Sanjay Dutt-starrer Khalnayak Returns: ‘No one can make it the way I did’ | Bollywood News

Why Subhash Ghai won’t direct Sanjay Dutt-starrer Khalnayak Returns: ‘No one can make it the way I did’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readMumbaiApr 28, 2026 07:14 PM IST Sanjay Dutt is gearing up to reprise his iconic role of Ballu in Khalnayak Returns, the sequel to his 1993 blockbuster Khal Nayak. The recently unveiled promo has sparked both surprise and excitement among fans. However, one major point of disappointment is that filmmaker Subhash Ghai will not be directing the sequel. In an interview with Bombay Times, Subhash addressed his absence from the director’s chair and revealed that Sanjay had been eager to revisit the story for years. He said, “Sanju was passionate about making this sequel for years. Even during his time in jail, he had written to me saying, ‘Uncle, I want to make this film.’ So, I sent him the concept and story. If you ask me, no one can make this film the way I did. However, I don’t want to remake my own film; besides, I am 80 now.” The filmmaker added that he encouraged Sanjay to take the project forward independently. He said, “I told Sanju, ‘If you are so …

‘He was worried about a drunk scene’

‘He was worried about a drunk scene’

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4 min readKochiApr 27, 2026 06:37 PM IST In an illustrious career spanning five decades, Dilip Kumar delivered scores of noteworthy performances, positioning himself as one of the greatest actors in the history of Indian cinema and serving as an inspiration to both his peers and successors. Recently, veteran screenwriter Kamlesh Pandey recalled an incident during the production of Saudagar (1991), further underscoring Dilip’s in-depth understanding of screen acting. While Saudagar was being filmed in Manali, Himachal Pradesh, the actor suddenly stopped showing up on set. This happened for three consecutive days, and on each day, Dilip made one excuse or another for not coming to work. On the third day, however, director Subhash Ghai lost his temper and demanded that the entire production be wrapped up immediately. This prompted Kamlesh to enter the scene and speak with Dilip to understand what was wrong, which turned out to be one of the most memorable experiences of his lifetime. Only in Screen | I watched Grey’s Anatomy for 16 years; The Pitt made me realise we …

Subhash Ghai confirms script is ready, opens up about casting Aneet Padda, Ahaan Panday

Subhash Ghai confirms script is ready, opens up about casting Aneet Padda, Ahaan Panday

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Subhash Ghai’s Taal has become a cult classic that continues to mesmerise audiences across generations. The film is remembered for its unforgettable music, stunning visuals, and iconic moments. In a recent interview, Ghai confirmed that the Taal 2 script is ready; however, he emphasised that maintaining purity is crucial for such a film. He also revealed whether he would cast Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda in the sequel. Subhash Ghai on Taal 2 In an exclusive chat with HT City, Ghai revealed that the Taal 2 script is almost ready. He added, “I have been facing this question for 15 years—‘When are you going to make Taal again?’ Us Taal ki jo energy hai, it is so powerful that even Gen Z today is asking me to make it again. But the easier the subject of *Taal* seems, the more difficult it is in reality. Uska poora script hum almost complete kar chuke hain, aur abhi hum soch rahe hain ki yeh sahi samay hai—maybe we should make it. In order to make it, purity …

4,000 prisoners and one script: How Sanjay Dutt’s time in jail breathed new life into Khalnayak Returns | Bollywood News

4,000 prisoners and one script: How Sanjay Dutt’s time in jail breathed new life into Khalnayak Returns | Bollywood News

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4 min readMumbaiApr 26, 2026 11:25 AM IST On Friday, actor Sanjay Dutt announced Khalnayak Returns, “a fresh interpretation” of his 1993 blockbuster Khalnayak. The movie will be bankrolled by Jio Studios, Sanjay’s Three Dimension Motion Pictures and Aksha Kamboj’s Aspect Entertainment. During his interaction with the media at the event, the actor revealed that he got the idea for Khalnayak Returns while he was in jail. Sanjay Dutt on Khalnayak Returns During the event in Mumbai, Sanjay Dutt shared how he thought of making Khalnayak Returns while he was in jail during the 90s. The actor revealed, “I got the thought of making Khalnayak part 2 in jail (smiles). I used to play music inside the prison. The inmates used to insist only on the songs of Khalnayak. I asked them, ‘Agar Khalnayak phir se banaye, toh kaun dekhna chahega? (If Khalnayak is remade, who would like to see it).’ All 4000 prisoners said in unison that they would love to see it. I told them, ‘Send me a one-pager idea of the film.’ …