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Pati Patni Aur Woh Do Director Mudassar Aziz Urges To Celebrate Comedy Films, “If Sandeep Reddy Vanga Takes Care Of Sholay Genre, Somebody Has To Follow Hrishikesh Mukherjee!”

Pati Patni Aur Woh Do Director Mudassar Aziz Urges To Celebrate Comedy Films, “If Sandeep Reddy Vanga Takes Care Of Sholay Genre, Somebody Has To Follow Hrishikesh Mukherjee!”

Exclusive: Pati Patni Aur Woh Do Director Mudassar Aziz Discusses Comedy Films ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) Can you imagine Hindi cinema without Chupke Chupke or Angoor? Without the delicious confusion, the mistaken identities, the gentle satire, and the laughter that sneaks up on you long after the credits roll? Neither can Mudassar Aziz. The filmmaker is back with Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, which is ruling the screens, and the director is currently one of mainstream Hindi cinema’s most reliable custodians of comedy. In an exclusive conversation with Koimoi, Mudassar opened up about the pressure of making sequels, why comedy remains Bollywood’s most underappreciated genre, and how someone needs to carry forward the legacy of legends like Hrishikesh Mukherjee and Gulzar. Honestly, his words deserve to be framed and hung in every Bollywood office. Mudassar Aziz talked about celebrating the legacy of Hrishikesh Mukherjee and Basu Chatterjee and celebrating comedy as a genre, amidst all the chest-thumping actioners. He asserts, “I feel the legacy that we come from has Raj Kapoor, also. It …

Prabhas, Tripti Dhimri & Vivek Oberoi Gears Up For Sandeep Reddy Vanga Film

Prabhas, Tripti Dhimri & Vivek Oberoi Gears Up For Sandeep Reddy Vanga Film

SPIRIT release date update ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) Amid ongoing speculation around the release timeline of Spirit, the makers would like to officially clarify that the film is very much on track and will be released in cinemas worldwide on 5th March 2027, as previously announced. Mounted on a massive scale and progressing as planned, Spirit continues to shape up as one of the most anticipated cinematic events on the horizon. Fronted by India’s biggest superstar, Prabhas, the film brings together producer Bhushan Kumar and director Sandeep Reddy Vanga following the historic success of Animal. Spirit Cast & Crew  Also starring Tripti Dimri, Vivek Oberoi, and introducing Aishwarya Desai, Spirit is being crafted as a large-scale pan-world entertainer and is set to release in 8 languages. Gulshan Kumar & T-Series present Spirit, a T-Series Films and Bhadrakali Pictures production. Written, edited, and directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Pranay Reddy Vanga, Krishan Kumar, and Prabhakar Reddy Vanga. SPIRIT releases in cinemas on 5th March 2027. Spirit Trailer …

Spirit release date postponed? Makers clarify on Sandeep Reddy Vanga film with Prabhas and Triptii Dimri

Spirit release date postponed? Makers clarify on Sandeep Reddy Vanga film with Prabhas and Triptii Dimri

Spirit is shaping up to be one of the most awaited films in recent times. The Sandeep Reddy Vanga film is set to release in theatres next year on March 5. However, there has been an ongoing speculation that the film might get postponed to December. The makers of Spirit, starring Prabhas and Triptii Dimri, have finally responded to these rumours, releasing a statement on the film’s release date. (Also read: Prakash Raj dispels rumours of walking out of Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit: ‘Not even started shooting for my scenes’) The makers of Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit released the first look of the upcoming film poster featuring Prabhas and Triptii Dimri, on January 1. Makers issue statement on Spirit release date “Amid ongoing speculation around the release timeline of SPIRIT, the makers would like to officially clarify that the film is very much on track and will release in cinemas worldwide on 5th March 2027, as previously announced,” the makers said in a statement on Wednesday. About Spirit The film’s first look was unveiled at …

‘This is what cinema can do’: Sandeep Reddy Vanga hails Vijay after TVK scripts historic win in Tamil Nadu elections

‘This is what cinema can do’: Sandeep Reddy Vanga hails Vijay after TVK scripts historic win in Tamil Nadu elections

Actor-turned-politician Vijay-led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) emerged as the single largest party with 107 seats in the 234-member Assembly. TVK has caused a major political earthquake in Tamil Nadu by beating both Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), the two main players in the state for decades. Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga was among the many film personalities who congratulated Vijay on this momentous occasion. Sandeep Reddy Vanga penned a note to shower praise on Vijay and the power of cinema. What Sandeep Reddy Vanga said Vanga took to his X account and wrote, “This is what CINEMA can do, it can move people, shake systems, and turn presence into POWER. Here CINEMA stepping off the screen and owning the ground. Not hype. Not noise. Real power.…” He added, “My deepest heartfelt congratulations to @actorvijay sir and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam.” Vijay has joined the league of iconic actor-turned-leaders like NT Rama Rao, MG Ramachandran, and J Jayalalithaa. He received congratulatory messages from several film personalities on social media. Kantara star …

Why Sandeep Reddy Vanga believes a Michael Jackson biopic is ‘tricky’ to get right: The casting and controversy problem | Telugu News

Why Sandeep Reddy Vanga believes a Michael Jackson biopic is ‘tricky’ to get right: The casting and controversy problem | Telugu News

3 min readHyderabadUpdated: Apr 24, 2026 01:12 AM IST Before Antoine Fuqua made Michael, before Jaafar Jackson put on the white glove, Sandeep Reddy Vanga was already thinking about what a Michael Jackson biopic would cost a filmmaker: creatively, morally, and practically. In one of his interviews, Vanga was asked which real person he would most want to make a film about. His answer was Michael Jackson. And then he spent a few minutes explaining exactly why that film would be nearly impossible to get right. Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the director behind Arjun Reddy, Kabir Singh and Animal, did not hesitate when the question came up. Jackson’s life, he said, had everything a filmmaker could want. The childhood, the transformation, the spectacle, the tragedy. What he was less certain about was who could play him. Vanga said, “It is a very interesting life, you know, Michael Jackson’s life right from his childhood, when he was singing in school, and how he changed his skin color and all that, what he has been through, it’s a …

Sandeep Reddy Vanga slams people who termed Dhurandhar as `propaganda`

Sandeep Reddy Vanga slams people who termed Dhurandhar as `propaganda`

Sandeep Reddy Vanga, known for films like Animal, Kabir Singh, and Arjun Reddy, has watched Aditya Dhar’s latest film Dhurandhar 2. After watching the film on Wednesday night, Vanga took to his social media to share his thoughts on the film. Along with his opinion on the film, Vanga also gave his take on the propaganda controversies around it. Sandeep Reddy Vanga on Dhurandhar controversy On Thursday, Sandeep took to X and shared his honest take on the film. “Writers and actors built careers on propaganda, and the industry stayed quiet like cats. Now the same clan mocks Dhurandhar. You don’t get to call yourself liberal if your first instinct is to mock. Don’t know when truth started getting labelled as propaganda… strange times.” He further complimented the film and wrote, “I want to tell AdityaDharFilms and RanveerOfficial, yeh kaala drishti aise nahi jaayega… muthi bhar ke laal mirch se kaam nahi chalega… poora khet jalana padega (This evil eye cannot be removed easily. A handful of red chillies won’t be sufficient- you’ll have to …

Allu Arjun in talks with Prashanth Neel and Sandeep Reddy Vanga after Raaka and AA23? Find out

Allu Arjun in talks with Prashanth Neel and Sandeep Reddy Vanga after Raaka and AA23? Find out

Allu Arjun has taken over the internet with the first-look poster of his next movie, Raaka, directed by Atlee. Now, it seems that the Icon Star is in talks with directors Prashanth Neel and Sandeep Reddy Vanga for his upcoming lineup of films. Is Allu Arjun in talks with Prashanth Neel and Sandeep Reddy Vanga? According to Hindustan Times, Allu Arjun is currently in discussions with directors Prashanth Neel and Sandeep Reddy Vanga for potential collaborations. While more details about the projects have not been revealed, the discussions for both films appear to be in their early stages. Moreover, the report suggests that the actor’s project with director-actor Basil Joseph and Trivikram Srinivas is currently in development. Interestingly, Basil was recently spotted alongside Arjun at his brother Allu Sirish’s wedding reception. However, these remain speculations for now, and any official update regarding the projects will be announced by the actor. More about Raaka Allu Arjun is gearing up for his much-awaited magnum opus titled Raaka. Directed by Atlee, the upcoming film is expected to feature …

Sandeep Reddy Vanga slams those calling Dhurandhar 2 propaganda, warns Aditya Dhar and Ranveer Singh against ‘kaala drishti’ | Bollywood News

Sandeep Reddy Vanga slams those calling Dhurandhar 2 propaganda, warns Aditya Dhar and Ranveer Singh against ‘kaala drishti’ | Bollywood News

4 min readMumbaiApr 9, 2026 08:07 PM IST Earlier in the day, it was reported that filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga, currently busy shooting his next, Spirit, with Prabhas, took time out to watch Aditya Dhar’s recent blockbuster Dhurandhar 2. Images of the two watching the film in a theatre in Hyderabad quickly went viral. Now, Vanga has once again grabbed attention after taking to X to share his thoughts on Dhurandhar The Revenge, the discourse surrounding the movie since its release last month, and a word of caution for both Dhar and Ranveer Singh. ‘When truth started getting labelled as propaganda’ Vanga began his note by slamming those who claim that Dhurandhar 2 is propaganda. He wrote, “Writers & actors built careers on propaganda, and the industry stayed quiet like cats. Now the same clan mock Dhurandhar. You don’t get to call yourself liberal if your first instinct is to Mock. Don’t know when truth started getting labelled as propaganda…… strange times.” He then warned Aditya Dhar and Ranveer Singh against the “evil eye,” writing, …

Sandeep Reddy Vanga warns Ranveer Singh against ‘kaala drishti’ after watching Dhurandhar 2; slams propaganda claims

Sandeep Reddy Vanga warns Ranveer Singh against ‘kaala drishti’ after watching Dhurandhar 2; slams propaganda claims

Filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga and his Spirit star Prabhas watched Aditya Dhar and Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge at Allu Cinemas in Hyderabad on Wednesday evening. On Thursday, the director took to social media to share his review of the film and slam claims about it being propaganda. He also warned Aditya and Ranveer against the evil eye. (Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan lovingly touches Ranveer Singh’s cheek at bash amid Dhurandhar 2’s success; fans can’t keep calm. Watch) Sandeep Reddy Vanga and Prabhas watched Aditya Dhar and Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2. Sandeep Reddy Vanga praises Dhurandhar 2 team Sandeep began his note by slamming those who claim that Dhurandhar 2 is propaganda, instead writing that it’s factual. He wrote, “Writers & actors built careers on propaganda, and the industry stayed quiet like cats. Now the same clan mock Dhurandhar. You don’t get to call yourself liberal if your first instinct is to Mock. Don’t know when truth started getting labeled as propaganda…… strange times.” He then warned Aditya and Ranveer against the evil eye, …

Allu Arjun sets up dream slate post Raaka: Collabs with Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Prashanth Neel, Trivikram | Exclusive

Allu Arjun sets up dream slate post Raaka: Collabs with Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Prashanth Neel, Trivikram | Exclusive

On his birthday, this Wednesday, Allu Arjun surprised fans with a never-before-seen look in the title announcement of his upcoming film, Raaka, directed by Atlee. The pan-India film is his first since the all-time blockbuster Pushpa films, and naturally, there is a lot of buzz around it. But Arjun is looking ahead, too. After that, he has a project with Lokesh Kanagaraj lined up. Now, HT has learnt the superstar is in talks with at least two big filmmakers while other projects are also being developed. According to sources, after Raaka, Arjun wants to build a lineup that will help him leave a legacy. Allu Arjun may just have a dream line-up after the release of his next, Raaka. After Raaka, potential projects with south’s biggest filmmakers Officially, Allu Arjun is set to appear in Raaka, followed by an untitled film directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. These two projects will keep him busy till 2027. Now, an industry source tells us that “projects with Geetha Arts, Basil Joseph, and a prestigious venture with Trivikram Srinivas are …