The wait is finally over! After much anticipation, the official trailer for Sikandar will be dropping this Sunday, March 23rd, starring superstar Salman Khan and the charming Rashmika Mandanna. Visionary producer Sajid Nadiadwala and the very talented director A.R. Murugadoss are all set to give fans an edge-of-the-seat thrill ride, complete with powerful performances, breathtaking visuals, and a plot that keeps you guessing until the very end. The film has built a lot of anticipation among fans and the industry, with everyone eagerly waiting to see the power-packed trailer ever since the film's first announcement. The trailer will offer the first glimpse of what is shaping up to be one of the most exciting releases of the year. With stunning action sequences, gripping dialogues, and the kind of emotional depth Salman Khan is known for, Sikandar is set to take the movie world by storm on March 30. With buzz already growing around the film, the trailer promises to reveal just enough to tantalize audiences and leave them wanting more. Mark your calendars—this Sunday, the much-awaited Sikandar trailer will be released across all major social media platforms, and you won’t want to miss it! Makers announce Sikandar’s release date Earlier the makers took to their social media and shared a new poster featuring Salman Khan in and as Sikandar while announcing the release date. They further jotted down the caption, "Celebrating festivals of India with Sikandar. Iss baar celebration hoga triple! We’re coming on the occasion of Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, and Eid! #Sikandar releases worldwide in theatres near you on 30th March 2025. See you at the movies." More about Sikandar The release of Sikandar on March 30, 2025, is indeed an auspicious occasion, as the nation will be celebrating festivals like Gudi Padwa and Ugadi, marking the beginning of a new year in Maharashtra and South India. Moreover, Salman Khan will continue his tradition of delivering an Eid blockbuster, treating his fans from the very next day. Get ready for an epic cinematic experience this Eid 2025! Salman Khan returns to the big screen, joined by the stunning Rashmika Mandanna in Sikandar. Backed by the visionary Sajid Nadiadwala and directed by the master storyteller A. R. Murugadoss, the film is set to release on March 30, 2025.
21 March,2025 09:19 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSajid Nadiadwala’s much-awaited action drama, Sikandar is set to be this year’s biggest blockbuster, gearing up for a grand release this Eid. Ever since the release of the Sikandar teaser and the songs, Salman Khan’s commanding aura and terrific screen persona have been unmissable. The song Zohra Jabeen recently crossed over 50 million views on YouTube. Salman has long been known as a trendsetter, influencing everything from fitness to fashion. His effortless style and ability to make anything look chic have earned him a place at the forefront of the fashion world. Surge in demand for Zohra Jabeen kurta Recently, his kurta from the Zohra Jabeen music video has set the fashion world on fire, becoming an instant hit with his fans and fashion enthusiasts alike. Its elegant yet simple design strikes the perfect balance between traditional and modern, making it highly versatile. Fans have been quick to recognize and emulate Salman’s look, driving the kurta’s popularity to new heights. Cities like Indore, Surat, Jaipur, and Mumbai have seen a massive surge in demand for similar kurtas, with orders flooding in from all directions. Ashish Sharma, a factory owner in Jaipur shared, “The kurta that Salman Khan is wearing in Zohra Jabeen is incredibly popular right now. We’ve received an order for over 20,000 to 25,000 pieces of a similar kurta, and we’ll be working at full capacity to deliver them before Eid, we have already sold about 10,000 pieces since the song came.” This surge in demand reflects how deeply Salman’s influence in fashion runs, with his fans eager to capture a piece of his iconic style. Sikandar trailer update Sikandar has been directed by AR Murugadoss and also stars Rashmika Mandanna, Prateik Babbar, Kajal Aggarwal, and Sathyaraj. Earlier, Mid-day reported that the makers are racing against time to lock the trailer as well as the final product. “Murugadoss is known to be meticulous and wants to deliver an action spectacle with Sikandar. The post-production team is working round the clock to lock the final cut. It’s not as if the audience has not been introduced to Sikandar’s world. With a song drop every few days, the actor-director duo has ensured that viewers are invested in the film. The trailer will further heighten their excitement,” revealed a crew member.
21 March,2025 12:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actor John Abraham is basking in the success of his latest release The Diplomat, which hit the big screens on March 14. In a recent interview, John, who’s had a streak of flops after Pathaan in 2023 shared that OTT platforms had rejected The Diplomat but going by its run in the theatres, he proved them wrong. OTT platforms threw out The Diplomat Speaking with Pinkvilla, John Abraham shared, "The loss of faith happens from the studio. So when a studio sees a film it goes and does a round of OTTs because a studio may want to mitigate the risk by sending it to an OTT channel when some OTT channels have refused The Diplomat because they didn’t find it great. They didn’t find it good...They rejected the film; they threw it out.” John further shared that people who watched the film came to him and heaped praise. “In the case of The Diplomat, we have proved the studio wrong, the OTTs wrong, and everyone wrong. The best thing about The Diplomat...is expectations of everyone were zero. So, from zero, when you don't go to a two-three, but you go straight to a 10, people are like, ‘Oh, wow, this is crazy'. I've people coming and telling me, 'Does this studio know that they have got the best film in the last ten years under their belt?'. That's a victory for me," the actor added. More about John Abraham Directed by Shivam Nair, The Diplomat stars John Abraham in the lead role as JP Singh, a skilled diplomat navigating a high-stakes mission. The film is an intense political thriller that highlights the power of negotiation and intellect over violence and war. It also stars Sadia Khateeb. Earlier, Abraham shared what drew him to the film, describing it as an "emotional, on-the-edge psychological thriller" rather than just another patriotic story. He told ANI, "I didn't do the film just because it's patriotic; I did it because it's an emotional, on-the-edge psychological thriller." The film is produced by Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar (T-Series), John Abraham (JA Entertainment), Vipul D Shah, Ashwin Varde, and Rajesh Bahl (Wakaoo Films), along with Sameer Dixit, Jatish Varma, and Rakesh Dang (Fortune Pictures/Seeta Films).
21 March,2025 12:35 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentGlobal head-turner Priyanka Chopra has finally reached New York after weeks of shooting in India and the actress said that there’s nothing like home for her. Priyanka took to her Instagram stories, where she shared a picture. The image features a cityscape with a river, high-rise buildings, and a highway with cars in motion. The foreground showcases three decorated stones placed on a windowsill. The caption on the image reads, "Nothing like home" followed by a heart-eyes emoji. On March 19, on her way to the airport to go back home, Priyanka had shared that she had a very inspiring day after she met a woman selling guavas on the road. Priyanka is heard narrating the entire inspirational story and said: “So, I don't do this very often but I was very inspired today. I was driving to Visakhapatnam airport on my way to Mumbai on my way to New York and I saw this woman selling guavas.” “I love kaccha (raw) guavas so I stopped her and I asked her how much all the guavas are for and she said ‘Rs. 150’ so I gave her Rs 200 and she was trying to give me change and I said ‘no, please keep it. ‘“ Priyanka added: ““She obviously sold guavas for a living so she went away for a little while and before the red light changed to green she came back and she gave me two more guavas. A working woman, she did not want charity. Really moved me.” On the work front, Priyanka is working on her highly-awaited project, "SSMB29". Talking about "SSMB29", made under the direction of 'RRR' fame SS Rajamouli, the project will star Mahesh Babu in the lead. Touted to be a global adventure set across exotic locations, protagonist Mahesh Babu's role in the film is believed to be inspired by Lord Hanuman. "SSMB29" will mark Priyanka's return to Telugu cinema after a long gap of 23 years. She last appeared in P Ravi Shankar's 2002 romantic entertainer "Apuroopam". 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
21 March,2025 12:16 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSActor Vineet Kumar Singh will be seen essaying the role of Somulu in the upcoming film ‘Jaat’. The film stars Sunny Deol in the titular role with Randeep Hooda essaying the character of Ranatunga, the formidable nemesis to Sunny’s character in the film. Vineet’s character is the brother of Randeep Hooda in the film, and is an equal threat to the titular character. Vineet’s character was revealed on Thursday following the electrifying character reveal of Randeep Hooda's Ranatunga. Vineet’s character is described as ruthless and dangerous as his brother Ranatunga. This strategic character reveal deepens the narrative's complexity, hinting at a relentless and multi-faceted challenge for Jaat. Directed by Gopichand Malineni, ‘Jaat’ also stars Saiyami Kher and Regina Cassandra. With Thaman S's pulsating soundtrack, Rishi Punjabi's striking cinematography, Navin Nooli's sharp editing, and Avinash Kolla's immersive production design, ‘Jaat’ is set to deliver a global cinematic spectacle. Produced by People Media Factory and Mythri Movie Makers, the film promises a high-octane cinematic experience, featuring breathtaking action sequences choreographed by Anl Arasu, Ram Laxman, and Venkat. ‘Jaat’ is set to debut in theatres on April 10, 2025. Meanwhile, Vineet has been getting a lot of positive response for his work in the recently released ‘Chhaava’ which stars Vicky Kaushal in the lead. The film is based on the life of Sambhaji Maharaj, the second ruler of the Maratha Empire, played by Vicky Kaushal. The film is an adaptation of the eponymous Marathi novel by Shivaji Sawant, it is directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock Films. It also stars Rashmika Mandanna and Akshaye Khanna. Vineet essays the role of Kavi Kalash in the film. The film score and soundtrack album are composed by A. R. Rahman while the lyrics are written by Irshad Kamil and Kshitij Patwardhan. 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
21 March,2025 12:13 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSDirector A.R. Murugadoss, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming directorial ‘Sikandar’, has unravelled how he shot and edited the iconic scene from ‘Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty’ where Akshay Kumar and his army friends go after sleeper cells in order to curb the terrorist attack in Mumbai. ‘Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty’ is the official remake of the Tamil film ‘Thuppakki’ which starred Thalapathy Vijay in the lead. The director spoke with IANS, and broke the logistics in terms of the shoot and the editing of the scene. When asked how he achieved shooting with the superstars in both the films in public places and avoiding crowding, he told IANS, “There was no social media at all. Very few people knew Vijay back then. We kept hidden cameras. We practiced. We shot on a multiple camera set-up. Before people could realize, we would finish the shoot and proceed to the next scene”. The director further mentioned that Akshay Kumar avoids shooting on Sunday but he made an exception for him, as he gave his time to shoot on a Sunday. He shared, “The shoot happened in 12 places including a ferry, a local train, a bridge, and a theater. So, we have shot every day, one scene a day. It's one sequence, but we shot it in 10 days. Then we moved over to the editing of 12 scenes to create the complete sequence. The 12 scenes were cut in parallel. We had 3 hours of footage. So, we had to properly cut and use the split-screen. So, one screen with 12 boxes. Then we have edited it and we put power-lapse sound and music. We made it like it's a 11-minute or a 9-minute one sequence with minimum dialogues”, he added. Meanwhile, ‘Sikandar’ stars Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and actress Rashmika Mandanna in the lead. The film is set to release on March 28. 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
21 March,2025 11:48 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSActress Soha Ali Khan enjoyed an insightful encounter with American businessman and philanthropist Bill Gates. Sharing a glimpse of her meet on social media, Soha dropped a couple of pictures with Gates. She revealed that she also got her copy of the book "Source Code" signed by Gates. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Soha (@sakpataudi) "The belief that the world is getting worse, that we can’t solve extreme poverty and disease, isn’t just mistaken. It’s harmful." It was such a pleasure to meet someone insightful, wealthy, generous, solution-oriented, and perhaps most significantly optimistic ... and to get my copy of his book signed!", Soha wrote in the caption. Gates is on his third visit to India in three years and has been meeting some influential people from the world of politics. Yesterday, Soha treated the netizens with a sneak peek into her latest workout session. She took to Instagram and shared a video of herself doing a high-intensity workout. Starting with push-ups, the diva went on to do TRX, push-up jumping jack, ab crunches, one-leg lunges, and treadmill running. “Pushing through the week... #workoutwednesday", Soha penned in the caption. Soha keeps on serving fitness motivation from time to time with her social media posts. Work-wise, Soha will next be seen in Nushrratt Bharuccha fronted "Chhorii 2". The highly-awaited drama is a sequel to the 2021 social horror thriller, "Chhorii". Made under the direction of Vishal Furia, the sequel has been jointly produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Vikram Malhotra, and Jack Davis under the banner of T-Series, Crypt TV, and Abundantia Entertainment. Along with Nushrratt, the movie will also see Mita Vashisht, Pallavi Ajay, Yaaneea Bharadwaj, Rajesh Jais, and Saurabh Goyal reprising their roles from the original drama. The primary flick "Chhorii" premiered on Amazon Prime Video on November 26, 2021. 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
21 March,2025 11:20 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSActor Tara Sutaria has celebrated Nowruz, the Persian New Year and gave fans a glimpse of the celebration. On Thursday, Tara took to Instagram and shared pictures of her dinner table, which was filled with a delicious buffet. Tara wore a white dress with a hair bun decorated with roses and earrings. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TARA💫 (@tarasutaria) Along with the post, she wrote, "Saal Mubarak!!!! Nowruz Mubarak. It is now more than ever that i think we could all do with good thoughts, good words and good deeds..Here's me pottering about to create a spread for @bombaytimes today and to give you a little peak of our table for the new year!" Recently, Tara was featured in a romantic song, 'Pyaar Aata Hai', alongside Ishaan Khatter. 'Pyaar Aata Hai' marks the first collaboration between Ishaan and Tara. Produced by Anshul Garg under Play DMF, the track is sung by Shreya Ghoshal and Rito Riba. The soulful track was shot in the breathtaking landscapes of Kashmir and released on March 7. Meanwhile, on the work front, Tara was last seen in the film titled 'Apurva', which was released on Jio Hotstar. 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
21 March,2025 10:53 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIThe most loved couple in town, Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal, have been treating their fans to a bunch of adorable pictures since tying the knot, and their latest post is a testament to their blissful married life. On Thursday, Sonakshi posted a couple of selfies on Instagram and appreciated her husband. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sonakshi Sinha (@aslisona) She wrote, "A day without laughter, is a day wasted! Safe to say, I haven't wasted even one day since I met this guy...Last pic says it all... at least we have 2 good pictures in us before the giggles kick in. @iamzahero #husbandappreciationpost." Aditi Rao Hydari and Manisha Koirala reacted to the post. Aditi wrote, "Soooooooo byoot." Manisha commented, "god bless you both". Recently, Sonakshi shared a video of herself quietly getting ready in her makeup room. Later in the video, Zaheer enters the room and suddenly shouts, making the 'Lootera' actress scream in surprise and fear. Along with the video, Sonakshi added the caption, "The secret to my glowing skin." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sonakshi Sinha (@aslisona) Sonakshi married Zaheer on June 23 last year in the presence of their loved ones at their residence in Mumbai. It was an intimate wedding. The wedding was followed by a bash at Bastian, a popular Mumbai restaurant and event venue, which saw numerous Bollywood celebrities in attendance. Sonakshi and Zaheer dated for seven years before solemnizing their relationship. The couple recently marked their presence on The Great Indian Kapil Show, where they spilled the beans on their dating life. The two starred together in the film Double XL in 2022. Meanwhile, on the work front, the actress will next be seen in Jatadhara, which marks her debut in the Telugu film industry. 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
21 March,2025 10:46 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIActor Rashmika Mandanna, who is enjoying the success of her latest film 'Chhaava' opposite Vicky Kaushal, treated fans with pictures of the 'thing she loves'. Recently, Rashmika started a series on Instagram in which she shared pictures of 'things she loves'. On Thursday, she posted a picture of herself doing a workout. She wrote, "No matter where, no matter how, no matter in what state.. I will always find a way to workout. Ps: no one can stop me from doing the things I looooooveeee..part - 2." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rashmika Mandanna (@rashmika_mandanna) Before that, Rashmika dropped a video where she was eating Mango pudding. "No one can stop me from doing the things I loooooooveeeee! Part - 1!," she captioned. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rashmika Mandanna (@rashmika_mandanna) Recently, the makers of Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna starrer 'Sikandar' have announced the release date of the action drama. Sajid Nadiadwala's 'Sikandar' is all set to hit the theatres on March 30. Taking to Instagram, superstar Salman Khan shared the update and wrote, "See you in theatres worldwide on 30th March! #Sikandar#SajidNadiadwala's #Sikandar Directed by @a.r.murugadoss" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Salman Khan (@beingsalmankhan) The film is directed by A.R. Murugadoss, renowned for his Tamil and Hindi blockbusters like Ghajini and Thuppakki. Sajid Nadiadwala has produced the project, marking Salman Khan's reunion with him after their 2014 blockbuster, Kick. The release of Sikandar on March 30, 2025, is indeed an auspicious occasion, as the nation will be celebrating festivals like Gudi Padwa and Ugadi, marking the beginning of a new year in Maharashtra and South India. Backed by the visionary Sajid Nadiadwala and directed by A.R. Murugadoss, the film is set to release on March 30. 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
21 March,2025 10:38 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIMusic composer Amaal Mallik took the internet off-guard when he shared a comprehensive statement opening up about his battle with clinical depression, a result of soured relationship with his family. Amaal, who is the son of Daboo Malik, brother of Armaan Malik, and nephew of famous singer and music composer Anu Malik, blamed his parents for the growing distance between him and his brother. However, as the media reported about it, Amaal deleted his post and issued a clarification. Amaal requests the media to not harass his family Amaal wrote on his Instagram stories, "Thank you for the love and support. It truly means a lot, but I would request the media portals to not harass my family...Please don’t sensationalise & give negative headlines to my vulnerability...It’s a request. It’s taken a lot for me to open up & it is a very tough time for me... I will always love my family but for now, from afar. Nothing changes between us brothers, Armaan and I are one and nothing can come between us. Love & Peace.” Amaal on cutting ties with his family On Thursday, Amaal penned a note on Instagram where he shared about being made to feel less, the growing distance between him and Armaan, and battling clinical depression. He wrote, "I along with my brother's vocal prowess have changed the narrative of being called XYZ's nephew or son to whoever we are today! The journey has been terrific for both of us but the actions of my parents have been the reason we as brothers have gone too far from one another all of this has made me step in for myself as it has left a very deep scar left across my heart.” He shared that he is cutting all his ties with his family members, and his interactions with them will be "strictly professional." "I stand at a point where I have been robbed of my peace, drained emotionally & maybe financially too but that's the least of my concerns. What really matters is that I am clinically depressed because of these happenings," he added. "Today, with a heavy heart, I announce that I am stepping away from these personal ties. From now on, my interactions with my family will be strictly professional," Amaal concluded. Amaal Mallik is best known for composing tracks such as 'Kar Gayi Chull' and 'Jab Tak'. He made his debut as a composer in 2014 with Salman Khan's ‘Jai Ho’.
21 March,2025 09:38 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
