In a shocking development, Sukesh Chandrasekhar, the conman accused of running a ₹200 crore extortion racket, has made an unusual offer to acquire a stake in Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions. The proposal, sent from Tihar jail, has raised eyebrows and further complicated the ongoing extortion case involving Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez.
Filmmaker Vasan Bala has deactivated his X account after facing heavy criticism and trolling for his stance on the box office failure of ‘Jigra’. The controversy arose when Vasan stated that box office performance doesn’t define success, prompting a wave of online attacks labeling him arrogant. This incident has sparked debate about the accountability of filmmakers and the role of social media in film promotion.
Dharma Productions, known for its blockbuster films, has made a controversial decision to discontinue pre-release screenings for critics, starting with the Alia Bhatt-starrer ‘Jigra’. This move comes after rumors of script plagiarism and allegations of review manipulation in Bollywood. The production house claims it wants to prioritize the audience experience and combat corruption within the film critic ecosystem.
Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Karan Johar took a break from their hectic shoot schedules to enjoy a night of relaxation and camaraderie on Sunday night. The occasion brought together these talented individuals who are currently immersed in their respective film projects.
Ayushmann Khurrana is set to star in a new spy comedy produced by Karan Johar and Guneet Monga. The film will be directed by Aakash Kaushik and is expected to start filming in June 2024. Sara Ali Khan is in talks to join the cast as the female lead. The film is described as a commercial entertainer with action and humor.
Karan Johar, known for his iconic Bollywood films, started his career as an assistant director for Aditya Chopra’s 1995 blockbuster. He credits his success to Shah Rukh Khan and Chopra, who recognized his talent early on. Johar has since collaborated with these stalwarts on numerous projects. At a recent event, he expressed his gratitude for their belief in him, stating that their support was pivotal in his journey. Johar’s passion and hard work, coupled with his connections in the industry, propelled him to become a renowned director. Despite facing challenges, he persevered to achieve success, as evidenced by his Director of the Year Award for ‘Gully Boy.’ Johar’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of mentorship and the importance of seizing opportunities.
Austrian actor Rohed Khan, known for his roles in ‘Tejas’ and ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’, revealed that he had signed a contract for the popular Netflix series ‘Squid Games’ but ultimately chose to prioritize ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ due to scheduling conflicts.
Varun Dhawan and Sidharth Malhotra, stars of the hit film ‘Student of the Year,’ recently appeared on the eighth season of ‘Koffee With Karan,’ hosted by Karan Johar. The show is known for its controversial nature, and the two actors expressed concerns about getting into trouble. Their producers had warned them to be cautious in their responses to Karan’s questions. Varun Dhawan even joked about his producers being scared of him appearing on the show. The episode also featured Karan Johar sharing his first impressions of Varun and Sidharth when they became his assistant directors.
Renowned Bollywood director Karan Johar showcased his photography skills by capturing actress Ananya Panday in a stunning photoshoot. Johar shared the image on his Instagram stories with the caption, ‘My attempt at photography! @ananyapanday as a worthy muse!’ The picture depicts Ananya posing gracefully beside balloons, adorned in a cedar-colored outfit. Ananya reciprocated the gesture by reposting the photo on her Instagram story, expressing her fondness for Johar.
Many celebrities from the film industry are venturing into businesses to generate additional income. Some notable examples include Karan Johar’s jewelry venture, Badshah’s restaurant, Kapil Dev’s hotel, Dharmendra’s restaurant, The Great Khali’s dhaba, and Prince Narula’s gym.
