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Jewel Thief trailer: Saif Ali Khan, Jaideep Ahlawat team up for a massive heist
Get ready for a whirlwind of deception, danger, and desire as Netflix unveils the heart-pounding trailer for its upcoming heist action thriller, Jewel Thief - The Heist Begins. Packed with style, speed, and suspense, the film launches on April 25 and promises an edgy ride from start to finish. Directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal and produced by Marflix Pictures in its streaming debut, it marks the first collaboration between Netflix and the production house founded by Siddharth Anand and Mamta Anand. About the Jewel Thief trailer Starring Saif Ali Khan as Rehan Roy — a charming and cunning thief with wits as sharp as his moves — and Jaideep Ahlawat as Rajan Aulakh, a cool and calculated mafia boss, the heist thriller boasts a star-studded ensemble cast. Joining them are Kunal Kapoor as Vikram Patel, a relentless detective determined to catch the thief red-handed, and Nikita Dutta as Farah, who has stolen a different kind of jewel - Rehan Roy’s heart. As loyalties shift and motives blur, the race begins for the ultimate prize: the coveted African Red Sun jewel. Buckle up for a high-stakes game of power, pride, and romance, infused with an adrenaline-fueled chase. Watch the trailer below. A modern-day heist Speaking about the film, the producers shared, “We’re constantly exploring new ways to tell stories that are stylish, compelling, and surprising. With Jewel Thief, we wanted to create a cinematic universe that felt both classic and fresh — a modern-day heist with emotion and pace. This is our first streaming venture, and we couldn't have asked for a better partner than Netflix to bring that vision to life. The story is slick, the characters are layered, and the scale is massive, so gear up for this action-packed adventure.” For those unversed, this will be Saif’s first project after he was attacked by an intruder at his Bandra residence earlier this year. During the incident, Khan was severely injured, suffering damage to his thoracic spine and other body parts. The actor was rushed to Lilavati Hospital with the help of an auto-rickshaw driver, where he was treated for five days before being discharged on January 21.
14 April,2025 06:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Anupam Kher’s directorial Tanvi The Great to have its world premiere at Cannes
Anupam Kher’s much-anticipated directorial, Tanvi The Great, is all set to put Indian cinema on the global stage like never before. The film will have its world premiere at Cannes, within the Marché du Film, during the prestigious Cannes Film Festival 2025. The screening will be attended by the cast and crew and introduced by Kher himself, with numerous A-listers expected to attend. Anupam Kher on taking Tanvi The Great to Cannes Talking about taking Tanvi The Great globally, Anupam Kher shared, "I’ve always wanted to create a film with a universal theme—one that transcends boundaries and connects with hearts everywhere. Tanvi The Great is a story born from deep passion and purpose. It’s a film from our hearts, and I believe it will resonate just as deeply with audiences in Ahmedabad as it will in America. Having Oscar-winner M.M. Keeravani bring this story to life with his musical genius has been a true blessing. His artistry has elevated Tanvi The Great in ways I had only dreamt of. I am truly humbled to present Tanvi The Great, our labour of love to the world." More about Cannes 2025 After dazzling at the Met Gala last year, Bollywood star Alia Bhatt has officially confirmed that she will be making her debut at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival 2025, joining the Indian icons who have graced the red carpet in previous years. The 78th Cannes Film Festival, which will take place from May 13 to May 24, 2025, has long been a celebrated event for Indian stars. Over the years, personalities like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, and Sonam Kapoor have been regular attendees. Actor and film producer Robert De Niro will be honoured with an honorary Palme d'Or for lifetime achievement at the opening ceremony. Tom Cruise and Paramount's Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning is set for a Cannes Film Festival launch. Filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound, which stars actors Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter, has officially been selected for the 'Un Certain Regard' section. The 78th Cannes Film Festival will take place from May 13 to May 24, 2025.
14 April,2025 05:31 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Aditi Rao Hydari receives hate for ‘silicon in b**bs’ jibe at Mallika Sherawat
Bollywood actor Aditi Rao Hydari, who tasted stardom with her portrayal of Bibbojaan in the Sanjay Leela Bhansali-directed web series Heeramandi, is now receiving backlash on social media for an old video of hers where she is seen commenting on Mallika Sherawat. The clip is from Murder 3 promotions, during which Aditi took a jibe at the franchise’s predecessor, Mallika. What Aditi said about Mallika During a media interaction with Randeep Hooda by her side, Aditi said, “But I truly believe that there’s far more to just sexuality. And I think you need to have steel in your soul and not silicon in your chest to be somebody of substance. But it’s true." Randeep, who was shocked and in disbelief by her statement, reiterated, to which Aditi added, “Steel in your soul and not silicon in your b**bs. But I truly believe that because I think to stand on your own and to choose a path and to believe in that path, I think you need to have far more than just one aspect. And I think the victory of our film is that it’s far more than just that. There is sensuality, but it’s because we want it, not because somebody else is asking us for it." Aditi Rao's reply when she was asked about Mallika Sherawat......byu/Secret-Attitude3672 inBollyBlindsNGossip Netizens react to Aditi’s jibe at Mallika As the video went viral, a section of netizens called out Aditi for her hypocrisy. One user wrote, “All she does in the name of acting is widen her eyes and have deer-caught-in-headlights expression in every scene. She lies about her age, had so many plastic surgeries but being the ultimate pick-me she shames other women for the same thing.” Another commented, “Madam has rearranged her whole face. And Mallika Sherawat is fabulous - great comic timing. Unlike Miss Surgery Hepburn, who has only one expression.” One user weighed in, “She thought she was making a point by speaking about Malika disparagingly. Now, that same iv is being dug up, and those same points are making her look like a clown instead. Such is karma.” Meanwhile, on the acting front, Aditi will soon be in a web series titled O Saathi Re, which also stars Arjun Rampal and Avinash Tiwary. Mallika, on the other hand, was last seen on screen in Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, starring Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri.
14 April,2025 05:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
‘Please forgive me’: Janhvi Kapoor attempts to speak in Malayalam and Tamil
Bollywood actor Janhvi Kapoor ushered in the joyous celebrations of Vishu and Puthandu with a heartfelt message for her fans on Instagram. Dressed in a traditional white and golden saree, Janhvi looked radiant as she embraced the spirit of the Tamil and Malayalam New Year. Her wishes reflected how deeply rooted she is in her traditions. Janhvi’s attempt at Malayalam and Tamil In the video, Janhvi wished her fans a beautiful New Year and encouraged them to begin it with renewed confidence and spirit. The actor, who is shooting for Param Sundari, wrote, “Happy Vishu and Happy Puthandu! My Malayali and Tamil fam, I hope you guys have the best year ahead, filled with love, prosperity, and happiness. You guys have always given me so much love and encouragement and made me feel like a part of ya’ll - and it’s meant so much to me. I wouldn’t feel worthy of that privilege if I didn’t at least try to speak in your sweet, sweet language. So, here is my attempt. Please forgive me for my mistakes; I’m still learning but will get there soon, I promise.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Janhvi Kapoor (@janhvikapoor) Janhvi’s respect for her roots It was a meaningful moment that beautifully reflected Janhvi’s deep connection to her faith and the cultural values she holds dear. In many ways, she’s carrying forward a legacy and respect for her roots — something her mother, Sridevi, also held close. She continues to stand out as one of the few new-age actors who prefer to keep things simple and grounded. Whether it’s her tradition of visiting the Tirupati Temple before every film release or taking the time to send heartfelt wishes to her fans during every festival, Janhvi has always stayed connected to her roots, embracing her faith and culture with quiet grace. Janhvi’s work front Janhvi is currently busy with Tushar Jalota's Param Sundari. She will be seen sharing the screen with Sidharth Malhotra in her next. Set against the picturesque backwaters of Kerala, the romantic comedy promises to be a rollercoaster of laughter, chaos, and unexpected twists. It is a cross-cultural love story that centers around a love tale where two contrasting worlds collide, a "North ka munda" meets a "South ki Sundari." It is scheduled to reach the cinema halls on July 25, 2025. Additionally, Janhvi also has Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari opposite Varun Dhawan in her kitty. Furthermore, Janhvi is also the leading lady for Ram Charan's RC 16.
14 April,2025 03:04 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Randeep Hooda expresses hurt over being left out of Highway promotions
Alia Bhatt debuted with Karan Johar's Student of the Year alongside Sidharth Malhotra and Varun Dhawan. Soon after her first film, the actress appeared in Imtiaz Ali's much-acclaimed film Highway. Highway became one of Alia's best performances. The movie starred Randeep Hooda in a pivotal role, but surprisingly, in the beginning, he was left out of the promotional events. Recently, the actor talked about feeling hurt for being left out. Randeep Hooda on Ranbir’s presence on Highway promotions In a conversation with Subhankar Mishra for his YouTube channel, Randeep talked about his absence and Ranbir Kapoor being present at Highway's promotional event. He shared, "Maine bhi voh dekha aur mujhe bhi samajh nahi aaya Ranbir Kapoor ka iss picture se kya lena dena hai (I also didn’t understand, what does Ranbir Kapoor have to do with this film?).” He further talked about how he feels that maybe Highway was the time when their love story began. Talking about it, Randeep said, “Maybe that’s when their love story began, and if that moment brought them together, then I’m happy for them. I wish them all the best." Randeep Hooda on being left out of Highway promotions While expressing his hurt from this decision of the makers, Randeep said that he felt quite bad. He said, “I felt really bad. If I would have gotten support at that time, it would have helped my career.” Further, the actor talked about how he was included in the promotions only at the end and said, “Last ke 1-2 din shayad traction nahi pakad rahi thi, toh mujhe leke gaye the. Shayad unki strategy shuru se thi ki Alia ke around karenge — waise bhi woh film female exploitation pe thi. Par jab film logon tak pohochhi, unko laga ki agar Mahabir Bhati nahi hota uss picture mein, toh picture waise nahi pakad paati." Randeep Hooda work front In his latest release, Randeep plays the deadly antagonist Ranatunga, locking horns with Sunny Deol’s character Jaat. According to Sacnilk.com, the film has raked in Rs 40.25 crore since its release on April 10. The film is based on a remote coastal village, where a criminal named Varadaraja Ranatunga terrorizes the locals. A traveling stranger's encounter with his men uncovers the villagers' suffering. Directed by Gopichand Malineni, Jaat also stars Vineet Kumar Singh and Regina Cassandra. Actress Urvashi Rautela is doing a dance number in the film.
14 April,2025 01:27 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Mulk 2: Anubhav Sinha reunites with Taapsee Pannu for sequel of 2018 film
Anubhav Sinha’s career can be divided into two parts, pre- and post-Mulk (2018). The Rishi Kapoor and Taapsee Pannu-led courtroom drama marked a new chapter in his filmmaking career as he went on to helm several hard-hitting movies. Now, it looks like the director is back to where it all started—sources tell us he is filming his next, Mulk 2. For the sequel, Sinha has reunited with not only Pannu, but also Gaurav Solanki, who wrote Article 15 (2019). Anubhav Sinha. Pics/Instagram In February, Pannu had hinted at a reunion as she celebrated five years of their film, Thappad (2020). A source says, “Anubhav has begun filming his next with Taapsee. Like Mulk, the movie explores a socially relevant theme.” The 2018 offering examined the bigotry faced by a Muslim family. It’s not known yet whether Mulk 2 picks up where the first ended or is a spiritual sequel. The movie will apparently also feature Manoj Pahwa, who starred in Mulk.
14 April,2025 11:32 AM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka Sharma
Arjun Kapoor embraces his punjabi roots on the occasion of Baisakhi
Taking a moment to reflect on the significance of Baisakhi, actor Arjun Kapoor revealed that the festival represents victory and new beginnings for him. Calling Baisakhi "powerfully symbolic", Arjun spoke about the deeper cultural and agricultural significance of the festival. “Hindustan kisaano ka desh hai (India is a country of farmers). For me, farmers define what our country is. We’ve always celebrated the fact that anna hum banaate hain (We produce the food) and Baisakhi is an important time to reap that harvest.” Acknowledging the immense effort farmers put in over months, often battling nature’s unpredictability, he added, “It’s a festival that shows how hard work finally bears fruit. It symbolises new beginnings, victory, and the ability to feed an entire country,” he adds. Arjun’s early Baisakhi celebrations were shaped not just by the urban environment but also by his Punjabi roots. “My maternal grandparents were from Ambala and my daadi and dada are also Punjabis. They celebrate every festival with food. Back home, the celebration largely revolved around communal meals and gurudwara visits", he said looking back at the old days. "Toh ghar par jo khaana pakta tha, (The food cooked at home) it was a mark of celebration for that particular festival, and Baisakhi was no different," the 'Two States' actor said. His memories are filled with vivid sensory details. “I remember going to the gurudwara in flashes, because I was very young then. Aur langar lagte the wahaan par toh halwa khaane mein bohot mazaa aata tha. Halwa poori milti thi,” Arjun reminisced. The 'Gunday' actor further revealed that these two elements — "gurudwara aur khaana" — form the essence of his Baisakhi recollections. The rich halwa served during langar remains especially memorable for him. He added that early connection to the gurudwara still resonates. “I find a lot of sukoon in visiting the gurudwara," Arjun added. He believes festivals today are less about elaborate rituals and more about respecting their essence. Arjun said, “We should celebrate with the awareness that it’s an auspicious day for a particular community. Today it’s Baisakhi for Sikhs, tomorrow it might be Ganpati for Maharashtrians or Durga Puja for Bengalis." This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
14 April,2025 11:06 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Kareena Kapoor and Prithviraj Sukumaran come on board for Meghna Gulzar’s Daayra
Kareena Kapoor and Meghna Gulzar together—can it get any better? This is not just a rumour; this is happening. Kareena Kapoor herself took to her social media to announce this grand collaboration. In a recent post, Kareena shared a series of pictures announcing that she is collaborating with Meghna Gulzar and none other than Prithviraj Sukumaran for their upcoming film Daayra. Kareena Kapoor and Meghna Gulzar to team up for Daayra While sharing this happy news on her social media, Kareena wrote, "I’ve always said that I’m a director’s actor… and this time I cannot wait to work with one of the finest directors we have, @meghnagulzar & alongside the magnificent @therealprithvi, whose work I deeply admire. To my dream team, #Daayra let’s do this." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kareena Kapoor Khan (@kareenakapoorkhan) Meanwhile, Prithviraj Sukumaran also shared the same pictures and wrote, "Some stories stay with you from the moment you hear them. DAAYRA is that for me. Excited to work with Meghna Gulzar, the incredible Kareena Kapoor Khan and Team Junglee Pictures! Wish you all a very happy Vishu!" Meanwhile, the captain of the ship, Meghna Gulzar, while sharing her thoughts about the film, wrote, "When the lines of Law and Justice cross. Thrilled to embark on DAAYRA with Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran. A much-anticipated journey with Junglee Pictures and my co-writers Yash Keswani and Sima Agarwal." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Meghna Gulzar (@meghnagulzar) Earlier reports suggested that Kareena Kapoor would join hands with Ayushmann Khurrana to work with Meghna Gulzar, but it looks like there have been a few changes in the film. Kareena Kapoor on the work front Meanwhile, on the work front, Kareena Kapoor was most recently seen in Rohit Shetty’s cop drama Singham Again along with Deepika Padukone, Tiger Shroff, Ajay Devgn, Ranveer Singh, Akshay Kumar, and Arjun Kapoor. Before this, she worked in Rajesh A. Krishnan’s directorial Crew alongside Tabu and Kriti Sanon. The film was a heist comedy and earned rave reviews from the audience. On Sunday, Kareena attended a jewellery brand event in Dubai. At the event, she surprised her fans by grooving to her hit song Chammak Challo from Ra.One.
14 April,2025 11:06 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Randeep Hooda calls his village in Rohtak the heart of 'Jaat'
Actor Randeep Hooda surprised fans with an unannounced visit to a local theatre in Chandigarh, where his latest hit film Jaat was being screened. Following the visit, he traveled to his ancestral home in Rohtak, which he proudly tagged as the 'heart of Jaat land.’ Randeep chose to mark the festival of Baisakhi with a heartfelt visit to his homeland in Rohtak, Haryana and revealed he gorged on home cooked meals. “I went to the heart of Jaat land and my ancestral town, Rohtak with my brother, director and honorary, the visionary behind Jaat a the film. We had some delicious home cooked Haryanvi food and choorma at my Kaka’s house and what better to see packed screens for Jaat with audiences showering so much love along with seetis and taalis”. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Randeep Hooda (@randeephooda) A source close to the actor added that Randeep has always worn his identity with pride. The source added: “This visit was personal and symbolic — the success of Jaat brought him back to where it all began. It was an emotional, proud moment for him to share this triumph with his people. To be around his family truly meant the world to him”. In his latest release, Randeep plays the deadly antagonist Ranatunga locking horns with Sunny Deol’s character Jaat. According to Sacnilk.com, the film has raked in Rs 40.25 crore since its release on April 10. The film is based on a remote coastal village, where a criminal named Varadaraja Ranatunga terrorizes the locals. A traveling stranger's encounter with his men uncovers the villagers' suffering. Directed by Gopichand Malineni, “Jaat” also stars Vineet Kumar Singh, and Regina Cassandra. Actress Urvashi Rautela is doing a dance number in the film. “Jaat” features the soundtrack composed by Thaman S. and Rishi Punjabi behind the lens as the director of photography. The editing is done by Navin Nooli, while Avinash Kolla's production design will transport audiences into the heart of the film’s gripping world. Produced by Mythri Movie Makers and People Media Factory, the film released in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
14 April,2025 11:03 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Nushrratt Bharuccha and Soha Ali Khan reveal their deepest fears
Nushrratt Bharuccha and Soha Ali Khan, who are gearing up for the release of their upcoming horror comedy "Chhorii 2," got candid about their deepest fears. In an exclusive conversation with us, Soha shared a deeply emotional reflection on her greatest fear — the untimely loss of loved ones. The 'Rang De Basanti' actress told IANS, “My biggest fear is just unnatural, untimely death. Because I really enjoy being alive. I am having a good time. And I love so many people who are so close to me. I don't want to lose them. And I don't want them to lose me. So, I just fear the finality of death. Because after that, I don't think that you will be able to communicate with each other. The way we communicate in this life. And I have lost people who are close to me, whom I love very much. So, I know that that is a part of life. And that is something that I fear. Because it is also going to happen. I don't get scared that I will die.” On the other hand, Nushrratt shared a vulnerable side of herself, revealing that while she feels at peace with the idea of her own death, she dreads the thought of losing someone close to her. “I feel like if I had to die suddenly,. Tomorrow or the day after. A month from now. I would still be accepting of the fact that I lived a good life. I enjoyed it. No problem. Shot late. So, it's not about my thing that I fear. What I fear is. Living. Outliving a loved one. Someone else who is close to my heart died. And I have been living for so many years. And I am not able to have that person in my life. While I am living and enjoying things. Or experiencing things. That is my biggest fear. That I want my people with me,” the actress stated. On a related note, Chhorii 2 also stars Gashmeer Mahajani, Saurabh Goyal, Pallavi Ajay, Kuldeep Sareen, and Hardika Sharma. The film is set to premiere on Prime Video in India and across more than 240 countries and territories worldwide on 11th April 2025. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
14 April,2025 10:58 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
'He gave me a pen': Amitabh Bachchan on Abhishek Bachchan's gift to him
Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan revealed the special gift his actor-son Abhishek Bachchan gave him and shared why it was a thoughtful present. Amitabh took to his blog, where he first shared a photograph of an old Reader's Digest, a general-interest family magazine, featuring the thespian on the cover. He wrote: “A dear friend sent me this.... old times reminded… it used to be a constant in the home .. now in a smaller size and being brought out in retrospective .. generous words .. not deserving but grateful and obliged (sic)…” The cine icon then went on to talk about how the art of handwriting is replaced by typing on digital devices. “The age of handwriting has been overtaken by the punches on the black square .. and the generation of the young now in their curriculum are giving their work here on this medium .. and no one writes,” he added. The octogenarian revealed that his son Abhishek gave him a special pen honouring his father's love for writing by hand on paper. “But in the generosity of Abhishek, he gave me a pen , as a gesture that acknowledged that his father still often prefers to use his hands in the usage of the ink .. often enough ..(sic).” Talking about why the pen is special, Big B wrote: “And also did you know , another factor that Abhishek picked up from the store he picked the pen, that the nibs of pens are designed separately for the left handed, and the right handed…(sic).” The thespian then shared a few pictures of his every-Sunday meet-up with fans at the gates of his home in Mumbai. “Generosity ... as is the generosity of them the young and the old and the well wishers at the Sunday meetings,” he wrote. The legendary actor also expressed his gratitude for seeking blessings at Siddhivinayak and Babulnath temples by a sacred offering draped over his shoulder. “... Blessed this morning by the Lord Ganesha at Siddhivinayak , by presenting to me the blessings draped over my shoulder .. and the blessings at the mandir at Babulnath .. Keep well .. keep connected and remain ever in prayers,” he wrote. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
14 April,2025 10:52 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS