“Maatrubhumi is truly a must-watch”: Subhash Ghai, Kabir Khan, Riteish Deshmukh and others watch rough cut of Salman Khan-starrer

Amid ongoing discussions surrounding Salman Khan’s upcoming war drama Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace, filmmaker Subhash Ghai has now shared his reaction after watching a rough cut of the film alongside several members of the film industry.

Late on May 28, 2026, Subhash Ghai took to social media and posted a picture featuring Salman Khan, Chitrangda Singh, director Apoorva Lakhia, Kabir Khan, Sooraj Barjatya, Rumy Jafry, Riteish Deshmukh, and producer Siddharth Roy Kapur. The gathering came together to watch an early version of the film.

Sharing his thoughts, Ghai wrote, “It was so beautiful to see my favourite directors together at food square today to watch a rough cut of Apoorva lakhiya film MAATRU BHUMI with lead stars salman khan n Chitrangada based on a touching story of soldiers of india n china with their respective emotions for their nations n their families with a theme of mutual peace n respect.”

His statement comes at a time when the film continues to remain in the spotlight due to delays and controversy linked to its subject matter.

 

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Originally titled Battle of Galwan, the film was reportedly inspired by the 2020 Galwan Valley clash between Indian and Chinese troops. However, after the teaser release attracted criticism from Chinese state-backed media outlet Global Times, reports suggested that the makers were asked to soften the film’s political tone and reduce direct references that could escalate diplomatic sensitivities.

The Salman Khan-starrer was initially expected to release on April 17, 2026. However, the film is yet to receive a confirmed release date as it continues to navigate multiple approval stages, including defence-related clearances and certification procedures.

Meanwhile, writer-director Rumy Jafry also shared the same photograph from the screening and praised the project. In his social media caption, he wrote, “Watched Salman Khan’s Matrabhumi first cut 🎥🎬with the most amazing friends — @subhashghai1 @beingsalmankhan @kabirkhankk @riteishd @chitrangda @lakhiaapoorva , and Sooraj Barjatya. What an experience! ✨ The film is truly a must watch.”

 

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The latest reactions from filmmakers and industry members indicate that Maatrubhumi may be positioning itself as an emotional war drama focused not only on conflict, but also on the human side of soldiers and their families across borders. The makers are yet to officially announce the revised release plans.

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Aneet Padda starrer Shakti Shalini wrapped up in Mumbai: Report

The Maddock Horror Comedy Universe is all set to expand further with its upcoming film Shakti Shalini, which promises a unique blend of horror, folklore, revenge, and comedy. The film stars Aneet Padda and Vishal Jethwa in lead roles and is already generating buzz for its intriguing storyline and supernatural backdrop. Adding to the excitement, recent reports suggest that the film has officially wrapped up its shoot.

According to a Mid-Day report, on May 27, Shakti Shalini completed filming at Chitrath Studio in Powai after an extensive shooting schedule across picturesque locations in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. The film reportedly went on floors in March and has now concluded production after months of elaborate filming.

Speaking about the climax portions and large-scale setup created for the film, a source was quoted as saying, “Massive sets depicting a Rajasthani village and the interiors of a house were built. The sequence shows the village people, especially women, celebrating the defeat of evil.”

One of the major highlights of the film is expected to be Aneet Padda’s double role. Reports suggest that the actress will portray two entirely contrasting characters — one symbolising divine goodness and another embodying a vengeful evil spirit. The narrative is believed to revolve around a supernatural battle between these two powerful personas.

The report further stated, “Viineet, who portrays the antagonist, and Aneet shot the climax across Chambal, Datia, Antri, Panihar, Gwalior, and Morena in Madhya Pradesh. They filmed significant portions in Dholpur and Barkhandi in Rajasthan. Nana Patekar and Seema Biswas joined the unit in May.”

Interestingly, Shakti Shalini is reportedly inspired by a Bengali folklore about a woman who returns as a vengeful spirit after being brutally killed. The supernatural entity is said to target men as part of her revenge-driven mission. The film is expected to combine elements of folklore horror with the signature entertainment style associated with the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe.

Over the years, Maddock Films has successfully built a dedicated fanbase for its horror-comedy franchise with films like Stree, Bhediya, and Munjya. With Shakti Shalini, the makers appear to be exploring darker and more emotionally layered territory while still retaining commercial appeal.

While an official release date is yet to be announced, the film has already emerged as one of the most anticipated additions to the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe. Fans are now eagerly waiting to see Aneet Padda’s transformation in the supernatural drama and the intense showdown that lies at the heart of the story.

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Rs. 400 crore SHOCKER! Vashu Bhagnani's Puja Entertainment sues Tips, Tauranis and David Dhawan; seeks Rs. 100 crore more over Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai song row

Bollywood Hungama has been at the forefront in reporting the feud between producer Vashu Bhagnani and the makers of Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai over the use of the songs ‘Chunari Chunari’ and ‘Ishq Sona Hai’ from Biwi No 1 (1999). Now, it has come to light that Vashu’s production house, Puja Entertainment (India) Ltd, has filed a whopping Rs. Rs. 400 crore suit before Bombay High Court against Tips Industries Limited, Ramesh Taurani, Kumar S Taurani and filmmaker David Dhawan over the alleged unauthorized use and alleged exploitation of iconic aforementioned songs in the upcoming Varun Dhawan-starrer, slated for a release on June 5.

As per the press statement, the suit, filed through Counsels V K Dubey Associates, seeks urgent and sweeping injunctive relief restraining the release, distribution, exhibition, streaming and further commercial exploitation of the film and its promotional material containing the disputed songs, including 'Chunnari Chunnari' and 'Ishq Sona Hai'. The Court has reportedly permitted the filing of the proceedings and has kept it for hearing soon. As per the press statement, it could be ‘one of the most explosive copyright battles in recent Bollywood history’.

Apart from seeking a complete injunction against the alleged infringing use of the songs, Puja Entertainment has also sought directions for the removal of the songs ‘Chunnari Chunnari’ and ‘Ishq Sona Hai’ from the film and its promotional material, along with a demand for a change of the title, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. The production house has further demanded an additional Rs. 100 crores as damages in the event that Tips Industries Limited and David Dhawan fail to comply with the said demands and continue exploiting the disputed works. Puja Entertainment (India) Ltd has further alleged that the defendants have unlawfully exploited valuable intellectual property rights despite allegedly having no authority, assignment or licence to commercially use the original audio-visual works. The production house contended that the alleged infringement strikes at the very foundation of proprietary and commercial rights vested in the original cinematographic works associated with the late 1990s blockbuster banner.

The press statement also said that leading Counsel V K Dubey, representing Puja Entertainment, confirmed that after considering the entire scenario, the Honourable Court has decided to list the matter for hearing shortly, and the matter is presently sub judice.

Also Read: Team Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai BREAKS SILENCE on Vashu Bhagnani row: “This is a smear campaign”

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Set photo from Varanasi surfaces: SS Rajamouli’s Ugrabhatti caves sequence gets its first leak

A new set photo from SS Rajamouli’s upcoming epic Varanasi has surfaced online, generating discussion ahead of the film’s worldwide release in 2027. Reported by the Times of India, the image captures a sweeping blue-screen backdrop enclosed by sculptured rock formations and intricately crafted rock pillars, believed to be from the Ugrabhatti caves sequence. It is a segment that had already caught attention after being briefly glimpsed in Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra’s character posters and the film’s trailer, and this new image marks its first more detailed look.

Inside the Ugrabhatti caves The photograph, shared on social media on May 26, 2026, does not feature any cast members but reveals the scale of the production’s set design. The Ugrabhatti caves sequence, as per reports cited by the Times of India, is built around the figure of Mata Chinnamasta Devi, a fierce Hindu goddess linked to themes of self-sacrifice, transformation, and cosmic balance. In mythology, she is depicted as carrying her own severed head while offering her blood to her attendants. Within the narrative of Varanasi, Mahesh Babu’s character reportedly seeks the goddess’s divine grace to defeat an ancient evil force.

The photograph confirms the use of blue screens across the set, pointing to the extensive visual effects work that the final sequence will require.

A production unlike any other Rajamouli was previously reported to have travelled to Africa’s grasslands to film real-time footage of migratory animals for a separate sequence. The director has also confirmed the use of IMAX cameras, most notably for a Ramayana battle sequence.

Produced by K.L. Narayana and S.S. Karthikeya under Sri Durga Arts and Showing Business, Varanasi stars Mahesh Babu as Rudhra, Priyanka Chopra as Mandakini, and Prithviraj Sukumaran as Kumbha. Music is composed by MM Keeravani. The film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on April 7, 2027, in standard and IMAX formats.

Also Read: Varanasi producer S. S. Karthikeya opens up on grand set secrets at Comic Con Mexico; says, “They are built brick by brick”

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SCOOP: Sanjay Dutt asks Rajkumar Santoshi to direct Khalnayak Returns; veteran filmmaker politely declines the offer

On April 24, Sanjay Dutt, Aksha Kamboj, Executive Chairperson of Aspect Global (Aspect Entertainment), Subhash Ghai and Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios announced Khalnayak Returns at an event in Mumbai. The intro teaser of Khalnayak Returns was unveiled at this event, and it received a thunderous response. Sanjay Dutt looked dashing, and the use of the iconic Khalnayak theme added to the excitement. Since Subhash Ghai had directed the original Khalnayak (1993), it was widely assumed that the Showman would return to helm Khalnayak Returns as well. Soon, Subhash Ghai confessed that he won’t be donning the director’s hat again.

A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Sanjay Dutt was keen that Rajkumar Santoshi should direct Khalnayak Returns. He felt that Raj ji has an understanding of commercial cinema and would be able to do justice. Moreover, the two powerhouse, talented individuals have never worked together. Hence, Sanjay Dutt felt that it would be great to finally join hands with Rajkumar Santoshi, that too for a special project. Accordingly, he met the director and offered him the film.”

The source continued, “However, Rajkumar Santoshi politely and respectfully declined the offer. He’s currently busy providing final touches to his film Lahore 1947, starring Sunny Deol. He’s also written scripts that he wants to pitch to Sunny as well as Aamir Khan. Hence, he told Sanjay Dutt that he doesn’t have the time to direct Khalnayak Returns.”

The source added, “However, Rajkumar Santoshi was touched by Sanjay Dutt’s gesture. He wished him all the best and appreciated his look and swag in the intro teaser. Meanwhile, Sanju sir is now considering other filmmakers to direct Khalnayak Returns.”

At the Khalnayak Returns event, Sanjay Dutt 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?’. 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’. It took me a lot of time to read 4000 pages! One of the ideas that I got appealed to me.”

Also Read: Sanjay Dutt reveals that the spark for Khalnayak Returns came in jail: “I asked 4000 inmates to send me one-pager ideas”; reveals golden advice given to him by a hawaldar: “The day you stop hoping, you won’t even realize how time will fly in jail”

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BREAKING: Reliance Industries Ltd moves Bombay High Court to halt release of Carry On Jatta 4

The upcoming Punjabi film Carry On Jatta 4 has landed in legal trouble ahead of its scheduled theatrical release on June 26, 2026. According to a report in the May 23, 2026 issue of Atul Mohan’s Complete Cinema magazine, Reliance Industries Ltd. has approached the Bombay High Court seeking to restrain the release of the much-awaited comedy entertainer.

As per the article, the matter reportedly arises from a contractual dispute linked to a tripartite arrangement involving Reliance Industries Ltd., Panorama Studios International Ltd. and Humble Motion Pictures. The dispute has now reached the court, with Reliance seeking urgent protection in connection with the film’s rights and release.

The matter came up before Justice Abhay Ahuja, who permitted Reliance to correct certain procedural defects in its commercial plaint. The court also granted Reliance liberty to approach the Vacation Court for appropriate relief.

During the hearing, the defence raised objections to the maintainability of the suit, pointing out non-compliance with the verification requirements for commercial disputes. Senior Advocate Venkatesh Dhond, appearing for Reliance, sought a status quo order, expressing apprehension that the defendants could create third-party rights over the property.

On the other hand, Senior Advocate Ashish Kamat, appearing for Panorama Studios, opposed the request for status quo. He argued that third-party rights had already been created before Reliance moved its application before the court.

With the film’s release date already announced, the legal proceedings could become crucial in determining whether Carry On Jatta 4 faces any delay or hurdle before its theatrical arrival.

About Carry On Jatta 4

Carry On Jatta 4 is the part of a very popular franchise and stars Gippy Grewal, Binnu Dhillon, Sargun Mehta, Gurpreet Ghuggi, Late Jaswinder Bhalla, Karamjit Anmol and others. It is directed by Smeep Kang. The trade and industry have tremendous expectations, especially considering how Carry On Jatta 3 (2023) performed at the box office. It continues to hold the record of the highest opening for a Punjabi film, at Rs. 4.50 crore nett. In its lifetime, the third part grossed around Rs. 54 crore nett in India and Rs. 49 crore Overseas and hence, it entered the Rs. 100 crore club.

Also Read: Punjabi superstar Gippy Grewal gets death threat from notorious gangster

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Стабильное подключение к Kraken Marketplace

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