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‘What is Hindu-Muslim in this?’: Deool Band 2 director slams religion debate after Shah Rukh Khan waived ₹42 lakh fee

‘What is Hindu-Muslim in this?’: Deool Band 2 director slams religion debate after Shah Rukh Khan waived ₹42 lakh fee

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Hit Marathi film Deool Band 2 director Pravin Tarde recently revealed that superstar Shah Rukh Khan waived his film’s ₹42 lakh Digital Cinema Package (DCP) cost after the filmmaker approached the actor’s company seeking a discount. Tarde shared that this gesture helped the film release in theatres and enjoy a successful box office run, eventually surpassing ₹100 crore. Deool Band 2 director Pravin Tarde praises Shah Rukh Khan’s generosity. However, the revelation led to criticism from a section of social media users, who linked Shah Rukh Khan’s gesture to religion and questioned why the actor had supported a film centred on a Hindu deity. In a recent interview, however, Pravin Tarde hit back at such comments and spoke about Shah Rukh’s generosity. ‘What is the Hindu-Muslim issue in this?’ In a conversation with Podkatta, Pravin said, “What is the Hindu-Muslim issue in this? He is a part of the film industry, and so am I. We approached his company seeking a discount because we only had ₹12–13 lakh, while the bill was around ₹43 lakh. …

After Shah Rukh Khan waived off Rs 42 lakh bill, Deool Band 2 director says, ‘Give credit where due’

After Shah Rukh Khan waived off Rs 42 lakh bill, Deool Band 2 director says, ‘Give credit where due’

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4 min readMumbaiJun 20, 2026 02:34 PM IST In recent days, Marathi film Pravin Tarde’s Deool Band 2 has emerged as a strong box office performer. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the film has grossed over Rs 82.19 crore in India, an outstanding figure considering its reported production budget of just Rs 8-10 crore. What has added to the film’s visibility is a recent claim by director Pravin Tarde, who stated that Shah Rukh Khan had stepped in to help the project at a crucial stage when the team was facing financial constraints. However, his comments triggered a backlash online, prompting the filmmaker to address the controversy through a video posted on Instagram. In the clip, he said, “I’ve been travelling across Maharashtra all this while, yet nobody seemed to notice me. But the moment I mentioned the name of a Bollywood star, everyone’s pens started moving at once. Some people had already tried hard to stop the film, but they couldn’t. So now, why are they fighting it through indirect means? This film has …

Shah Rukh Khan waived Rs 42 lakh dues for THIS Marathi film

Shah Rukh Khan waived Rs 42 lakh dues for THIS Marathi film

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Pravin Tarde, the director of the Marathi film, Deool Band 2, recently recalled how Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan waived off around Rs 42 lakh dues. The filmmaker added that since Salman Khan had remade his earlier Mulshi Pattern as Antim by Salman Khan, Shah Rukh was aware of thier work Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Shah Rukh Khan waived ₹42 lakh dues for Marathi film Deool Band 2: ‘Film was more important than money’

Shah Rukh Khan waived ₹42 lakh dues for Marathi film Deool Band 2: ‘Film was more important than money’

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Instances of Shah Rukh Khan being his generous self have been many, and recently, Marathi film Deool Band 2 director Pravin Tarde credited the film’s massive success to the actor’s generosity. Deool Band 2 has crossed ₹80 crore at the worldwide box office and has become the fourth highest-grossing Marathi film of all time. Shah Rukh Khan waived off fees for Marathi film Deool Band 2. How did SRK help the Marathi film Deool Band 2? Speaking to Abhijat Marathi Filmy, Tarde shared that he approached Shah Rukh Khan’s production house, Red Chillies Entertainment, for a Digital Cinema Package (DCP), the digital format required to screen films in theatres. Tarde revealed that although he had allocated ₹12 lakh for it, the final cost came to ₹42 lakh. However, he did not have that kind of money to pay Red Chillies. He then approached the production house and explained his situation. Tarde shared that he told them that since it was a regional film, they had a limited budget and requested their support. Later, when the …

Shah Rukh Khan waived off Rs 42 lakh bill to help Deool Band 2; the small Marathi film is now a Rs 80 cr hit

Shah Rukh Khan waived off Rs 42 lakh bill to help Deool Band 2; the small Marathi film is now a Rs 80 cr hit

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4 min readNew DelhiJun 18, 2026 04:33 PM IST Pravin Tarde’s Deool Band 2 has emerged as a box-office phenomenon, becoming one of the five highest-grossing Marathi films of all time. Made on a reported budget of just Rs 8-10 crore, the film has already crossed Rs 80 crore at the box office. But what if we told you that Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan played a crucial role in helping the film reach theatres in the first place? The film, which has been receiving widespread praise for its strong theatrical run, almost faced a major hurdle before its release. According to director Pravin Tarde, Shah Rukh Khan stepped in at a critical moment and helped the makers by waiving off a bill of Rs 42-45 lakh. Speaking to Abhijat Marathi Filmy, Tarde recalled approaching Shah Rukh Khan’s production house, Red Chillies Entertainment, for a Digital Cinema Package (DCP)—the digital format required to screen films in theatres. While the makers had budgeted around Rs 12 lakh for the process, they were handed an estimate of …

You’re trolled if you make Ikkis; make Kashmir Files and entertainment tax is waived: Suhasini Mulay | Bollywood News

You’re trolled if you make Ikkis; make Kashmir Files and entertainment tax is waived: Suhasini Mulay | Bollywood News

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Sriram Raghavan’s Ikkis, which also marks the swan song of the late legendary actor Dharmendra, is, at its heart, an anti-war film that asks a fundamental question: what does war bring, if not bloodshed and trauma? However, since its release, the film has become embroiled in online trolling, facing merciless criticism. Actor Suhasini Mulay, who also stars in the film, recently came to its defence amid the backlash. Speaking at the Gauhati Press Club, the veteran actor praised Ikkis, highlighting that it did not depict Pakistanis as “ghosts and demons” but portrayed them as “humans.” She further contrasted this with a film like The Kashmir Files, saying, “However, I was told by the script writer that they were being trolled by the people. If you are in this society in this era, then you will be trolled. So, you don’t make such films. You make The Kashmir Files, you will get your entertainment tax waived.” Reflecting on the kind of cinema being promoted today, the actress, known for her roles in Dil Chahta Hai, Lagaan, …

Suhasini Mulay says Ikkis was trolled for not showing Pakistan as demons: ‘Make The Kashmir Files, get your tax waived’

Suhasini Mulay says Ikkis was trolled for not showing Pakistan as demons: ‘Make The Kashmir Files, get your tax waived’

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Sriram Raghavan’s Ikkis may not have worked at the box office, but the film earned acclaim for its sensitive portrayal of war and soldiers. The film, starring Agastya Nanda in the lead, also features Dharmendra and Jaideep Ahlawat. It has also faced some criticism, with many saying the film glorifies Pakistani soldiers. Actor Suhasini Mulay, who has a supporting role in Ikkis, has now defended it. Dharmendra and Jaideep Ahlawat in Ikkis. Suhasini Mulay defends Ikkis In conversation with journalists at Gauhati Press Club on Sunday, the veteran actor praised Ikkis, saying it did not show Pakistanis as “ghosts and demons” and projected them as “humans”. She then added, “However, I was told by the script writer that they were being trolled by the people. If you are in this society in this era, then you will be trolled. So, you don’t make such films. You make The Kashmir Files, you will get your entertainment tax waived.” The Kashmir Files, a 2024 film by Vivek Agnihotri, was a box office success, earning praise from the …

Gwyneth Paltrow waived off intimacy coordinators for sex scenes with Timothee Chalamet, she explains why

Gwyneth Paltrow waived off intimacy coordinators for sex scenes with Timothee Chalamet, she explains why

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Mar 20, 2025 09:29 PM IST Gwyneth Paltrow doesn’t see the point of intimacy coordinators. But she’s been politically sound enough to explain her stance Gwyneth Paltrow will be making it back to the silver screen this year with sports adventure comedy-drama Marty Supreme. This comes after a nearly 6-year long hiatus, what with the Goop founder’s last release being Avengers: Endgame (2019). Not that Gwyneth requires a reason to be in-vogue, but the fact that she’s making her comeback with the Gen Z heartthrob and acting powerhouse of the moment, Timothee Chalamet, really puts the oomph in the news. Gwyneth Paltrow and Timothee Chalamet film for Marty Supreme in New York(Photos: X) Marty Supreme already has a tall order to live up to. Timothee and Gwyneth starring opposite each other is enough sauce for the internet, but the fact that the Oscar-regular actor is co-producing the project, heightens expectations. Gwyneth may not be producing the film, but her stronghold on the film’s sets is evident from a tidbit she shared for her interview with …

PM waived off loans worth Rs 16 lakh crore of his billionaire friends: Rahul

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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of waiving off loans worth Rs 16 lakh crore of his billionaire friends, and said the country will never forgive him for this “crime”. In a post in Hindi on X, he said this money could have been used to cure the pain of Indians but was spent on creating hype for the ilk of those like `Adanis`. “Narendra Modi has waived off the loans of his billionaire friends amounting to Rs 1,60,00,00,00,00,000 i.e. 16 lakh crore rupees. With this much money: 16 crore youth could have got jobs of Rs 1 lakh per year, by giving Rs 1 lakh per year to 16 crore women, the lives of their families could have been changed. Countless suicides could have been prevented by waiving off the loans of 10 crore farmer families,” he said. “The entire country could have been provided gas cylinders for just Rs 400 for 20 years. The entire expenses of the Indian Army could have been borne for 3 years. Education …

PM Modi waived off loans worth ₹16 lakh crore of his billionaire friends: Rahul

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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi addresses an election campaign rally ahead of Lok Sabha polls, in Bhagalpur. | Photo Credit: PTI Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of waiving off loans worth Rs 16 lakh crore of his billionaire friends, and said the country will never forgive him for this “crime”. In a post in Hindi on X, he said this money could have been used to cure the pain of Indians but was spent on creating hype for the ilk of those like ‘Adanis’. “Narendra Modi has waived off the loans of his billionaire friends amounting to Rs 1,60,00,00,00,00,000 i.e. 16 lakh crore rupees. With this much money: 16 crore youth could have got jobs of Rs 1 lakh per year, by giving Rs 1 lakh per year to 16 crore women, the lives of their families could have been changed. Countless suicides could have been prevented by waiving off the loans of 10 crore farmer families,” he said. “The entire country could have been provided gas …