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News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Ranveer Singh In Early Talks For Time Travel Film With Dinesh Vijan, Amit Sharma: Report
Last Updated: Ranveer Singh is in talks for a time travel film with Dinesh Vijan and Amit Ravindranath Sharma, blending sci-fi and Indian mythology. Ranveer Singh, currently riding high with multiple high-profile projects on his slate, may soon be venturing into the sci-fi genre. According to a new report, the actor is in early discussions for a time travel-based film with producer Dinesh Vijan and director Amit Ravindranath Sharma, known for Badhaai Ho and Maidaan. The project is said to blend elements of science fiction with Indian mythology. A source close to the development told Pinkvilla, 'Ranveer has heard the plot and liked the world that Dinesh Vijan and Amit Ravindranath Sharma are looking to create. It's a one-of-its-kind time travel film, that's deeply rooted against the backdrop of Indian Mythology." While Singh has shown keen interest in the concept, the project is still in its very early stages. 'However, he is yet to sign the dotted lines. The things are in very nascent stages, and the final script is also not in place at the moment. It's an idea, which holds potential, and Ranveer has shown his interest to step into this new world, once it is completely ready to roll. Dinesh Vijan and Amit Sharma are jamming to develop a proper screenplay at the moment on this idea of time travel," the source further added. The actor was recently spotted at the Maddock Films office, sparking speculation about a new collaboration. Meanwhile, Singh has a busy year ahead. He is currently wrapping up Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar, which is targeting a December 2025 release. Following that, he will dive into Don 3, directed by Farhan Akhtar, with filming expected to begin in January. Besides these, Singh is also reportedly attached to a zombie-themed film being developed by Jai Mehta. Both that project and the time travel film remain in the writing and development stages for now. As per the source, 'It's an ambitious big budget film, and the things on the casting front will be clear by the end of 2025. As we speak, the writing work is underway and the team intends to do more meetings with the actor once he is done shooting for Dhurandhar." First Published: July 26, 2025, 08:36 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Amid Dhurandhar buzz, Ranveer Singh in talks with Dinesh Vijan for an epic time-travel film directed by Amit Ravindranath Sharma? Here's what we know
Ranveer Singh is in early talks with producer Dinesh Vijan for a large-scale, mythology-based time-travel film directed by Amit Ravindranath Sharma. The project is in early stages, with the screenplay being developed. Casting will be finalized by late 2025, following Ranveer's upcoming films 'Dhurandhar' and 'Don 3'. Earlier this month, Ranveer Singh grabbed attention with the unveiling of Dhurandhar's first look, directed by Aditya Dhar . The movie is slated to release in December 2025 and is currently in its final shooting stages. After wrapping up 'Dhurandhar', he is set to start working on 'Don 3' with Farhan Akhtar in January. He was recently seen at the Maddock Office, sparking buzz about a new project. Dinesh Vijan has reportedly approached Ranveer with an offer for a large-scale film. Early Discussions for a Time-Travel Movie Ranveer has begun prior discussions with producer Dinesh Vijan about starring in a time-travel movie, which will be directed by Amit Ravindranath Sharma, the filmmaker behind 'Badhaai Ho' and 'Maidaan'. A report in Pinkvilla that Ranveer has heard the plot and liked the world that Dinesh and Amit are looking to create. It's a one-of-its-kind time travel film, that's deeply rooted against the backdrop of Indian Mythology. Project in Developing Stages The report futher added that, however, he is yet to sign the dotted lines. The things are in very nascent stages, and the final script is also not in place at the moment. It's an idea, which holds potential, and Ranveer has shown his interest to step into this new world, once it is completely ready to roll. Dinesh Vijan and Amit Sharma are jamming to develop a proper screenplay at the moment on this idea of time travel. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Learn More - How Watching Videos Can Boost Your Income TheDaddest Undo Ambitious Big-Budget Film with Casting Updates Expected It's reportedly an ambitious big budget film, and the things on the casting front will be clear by the end of 2025. The writing work is underway and the team intends to do more meetings with the actor once he is doing shooting for 'Dhurandhar'. Apart from 'Don 3', Ranveer is also doing a Zombie film with director Jai Mehta, which is also in the writing and development stage at the moment.
Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
EXCLUSIVE: Ranveer Singh and Amit Ravindranath Sharma in early talks for a time travel film with Dinesh Vijan
Earlier in the month, Ranveer Singh created an impact with the first look of Dhurandhar directed by Aditya Dhar. The film is gearing up for a December 2025 release, and the final leg of its shoot is presently underway. Post the release of Dhurandhar, Ranveer Singh moves on to the Farhan Akhtar directed Don 3 in January. Recently, the actor was spotted at the Maddock Office sparking reports of a collaboration. After researching on the same with our network of intel, Pinkvilla has exclusively learnt that Ranveer Singh has been offered a big scale film by Dinesh Vijan. According to sources, Ranveer Singh is in very early talks with Dinesh Vijan for a time-travel film to be directed by Amit Ravindranath Sharma (Badhaai Ho, & Maidaan). 'Ranveer has heard the plot and liked the world that Dinesh Vijan and Amit Ravindranath Sharma are looking to create. It's a one-of-its-kind time travel film, that's deeply rooted against the backdrop of Indian Mythology,' revealed a source close to the development, adding further that Ranveer is excited to explore a new genre in the coming year. 'However, he is yet to sign the dotted lines. The things are in very nascent stages, and the final script is also not in place at the moment. It's an idea, which holds potential, and Ranveer has shown his interest to step into this new world, once it is completely ready to roll. Dinesh Vijan and Amit Sharma are jamming to develop a proper screenplay at the moment on this idea of time travel,' the source added. The source concluded, 'It's an ambitious big budget film, and the things on the casting front will be clear by the end of 2025. As we speak, the writing work is underway and the team intends to do more meetings with the actor once he is doing shooting for Dhurandhar.' Apart from Don 3, Ranveer is also doing a Zombie Film with director Jai Mehta, which is also in the writing and development stage at the moment. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rajkummar Rao to lead Ujjwal Nikam biopic, filming starts October 2025: Report
The Ujjwal Nikam film, produced by Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films and directed by Avinash Arun, stars Rajkummar Rao as the lead. Filming begins October 2025 and wraps by March 2026. It focuses on Nikam's key courtroom battles, including the 1993 Bombay Blasts and 2008 Mumbai Train Attacks. At the beginning of 2024, there were reports that Aamir Khan was considering starring in a biopic about Ujjwal Nikam, directed by Avinash Arun. However, the plans fell through when Aamir chose instead to take on a biopic about Dadasaheb Phalke , helmed by Rajkumar Hirani . Recently, the Ujjwal Nikam biopic has been revived, with Avinash Arun bringing Rajkummar Rao on board to portray the lead character. Filming Schedule and Actor's Preparation Now, a source revealed to Pinkvilla that the Ujjwal Nikam biopic will go on floors in the last quarter of 2025 with a start-to-finish schedule. The prep-work for Ujjwal Nikam biopic is presently underway, and Rajkummar is expected to undergo intense acting workshops to step into the shoes of a real-life lawyer. Several names were considered for the film, but eventually, Avinash felt that no one fits the bill like Rao. Production and Story Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films will produce the movie, which will delve into the contentious legal battles surrounding the 1993 Bombay Blasts and the 2008 Mumbai Train Attacks. The source said that it is a tribute to one of the greatest public prosecutors of India. Avinash Arun, Dinesh Vijan, and Rajkummar are all excited to bring it to the spectacle. The film will retell a few of the biggest courtroom battles on the big screen. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Learn how to send more effective emails with AI built to optimize writing. Grammarly Install Now Undo Filming Timeline and Release Plans Filming is scheduled to start in October 2025, with completion expected by March 2026. The source concluded, saying that the makers are looking to release it in the second half of 2026. Maddock is looking to diversify its lineup with films across genres, and the Ujjwal Nikam Biopic is just an addition to the same.
Pink Villa
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
EXCLUSIVE: Dinesh Vijan to launch Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna's Thama Teaser with War 2
In the post-Covid world, Dinesh Vijan established his horror comedy universe with films like Bhediya, Munjya, and Stree 2. Come Diwali 2025, and the audience will get to witness the next chapter of the universe in the form of Thama led by Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna with Paresh Rawal and Nawazuddin Siddiqui in key roles. According to sources close to the development, Dinesh Vijan is all set to unleash the world of Thama with a teaser during the Independence Day 2025 weekend. A source shares, 'Dinesh Vijan is in talks with exhibitors all across the country to showcase the teaser of Thama with the Hrithik Roshan and NTR -led War 2 during the Independence Day 2025 weekend. The exhibitors have agreed in principle, and are excited to showcase the next tentpole film of the universe with an action-packed saga like War 2.' The source further informs that Maddock's idea is to sample the teaser to a large cinema-going audience, and reconfirm their Diwali 2025 date. 'Thama is arriving on Diwali 2025, and the makers are looking to directly communicate their asset to a large cinema-going audience, who are expected to step out to watch War on the big screen. The Thama teaser will be hard-attached to the prints of Param Sundari, which arrives a couple of weeks after War 2,' the source informs. Insiders reveal that the Thama teaser will blow-away everyone's mind, as it introduces the audience to a different world. 'It's among the first vampire films of Hindi Cinema with A-List star-cast, and much like all films from the universe of Maddock, this one too merge thrills and chills with comedy,' the source concludes. Apart from the strong ensemble, Thama also has an extended cameo from Varun Dhawan as Bhediya, as director Aditya Satpodar and team are looking to explore the Vampire v/s Werewolf conflict in the future films of the universe. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates.
