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News18
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Shraddha Kapoor To Lead Chhaava Director Laxman Uttekar's Next Based On A Marathi Novel: Report
Last Updated: Shraddha Kapoor in talks with Dinesh Vijan and Laxman Uttekar for a new Marathi-rooted film post Stree 2 success. Shraddha Kapoor's recent spotting outside Maddock Films' office in Mumbai stirred quite the buzz, leading to fan speculation about a possible new project with the production house. And now, reports are rife that the actress was at the office for a creative meeting with producer Dinesh Vijan, and the conversation points to an exciting reunion. As per a report in Pinkvilla, an industry source has revealed to the publication, 'Shraddha Kapoor met Dinesh Vijan, and the duo were joined by Chhaava director, Laxman Uttekar too." As per the insider, the meeting wasn't just casual—it involved a story narration that left Shraddha impressed. 'Laxman and Shraddha discussed a script, which the latter has loved and principally agreed on. If everything goes well, Shraddha Kapoor will spearhead Laxman Uttekar's next directorial after Chhaava." The upcoming project is believed to be based on a popular Marathi novel and will showcase Shraddha in a culturally rooted role. 'All other details are kept under wraps for now. There is a possibility of an A-List male lead also to come onboard the film," the source further added. Though talks are still in their early stages, the chances of this collaboration moving ahead are quite strong, according to the source. 'Dinesh Vijan is presently on a dream run, and is looking to create content that breaks away from the trends. Dinoo, along with Laxman Uttekar have pitched a subject to Shraddha, that they truly believe in and is deep rooted in the Maharashtrian culture," the insider went on to further add. Maddock Films' upcoming movies Meanwhile, Maddock Films is also lining up other major projects. Apart from this untitled feature, Laxman Uttekar and Dinesh Vijan are developing a multi-starrer film with three major male leads, which they plan to begin production on between 2026 and 2027. Producer Dinesh Vijan continues to ride high on success, having delivered two Rs 500 crore-plus hits. He also has ambitious plans to grow his horror-comedy franchise, with Thama — starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna in the lead roles — set to arrive in cinemas during Diwali 2025. Shraddha Kapoor movies Shraddha Kapoor was last seen in Stree 2. The horror-comedy, released in 2024, starred her alongside Rajkummar Rao, Abhishek Banerjee, Aparshakti Khurana and Pankaj Tripathi. The Amar Kaushik's directorial took the box office by storm and emerged as the highest-grossing Hindi film of the year. First Published: May 27, 2025, 18:27 IST
Pink Villa
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
EXCLUSIVE: After Chhaava, Dinesh Vijan and Laxman Uttekar in talks with Shraddha Kapoor for their next
On May 26, 2025, Shraddha Kapoor was spotted outside the Maddock office in Mumbai and the same has sparked speculations on the purpose of her visit. After our due diligence, Pinkvilla has exclusively learnt that Shraddha Kapoor had visited the Maddock office for a meeting with producer Dinesh Vijan to discuss a reunion after the historic success of Stree 2. A source shares, 'Shraddha Kapoor met Dinesh Vijan, and the duo were joined by Chaavva director, Laxman Uttekar too.' The source adds, 'Laxman and Shraddha discussed a script, which the latter has loved and principally agreed on. If everything goes well, Shraddha Kapoor will spearhead Laxman Uttekar's next directorial after Chhaava.' We hear that the film is based on a Marathi novel, and will feature Shraddha playing a Maharashtrian on screen. 'All other details are kept under wraps for now. There is a possibility of an A-List male lead also to come onboard the film,' the source informs. The talks are in the nascent stages at the moment, but the likelihood of this project to fall in place are high, as Shraddha Kapoor also shares a great bond with Maddock. ' Dinesh Vijan is presently on a dream run, and is looking to create content that breaks away from the trends. Dinoo, along with Laxman Uttekar have pitched a subject to Shraddha, that they truly believe in and is deep rooted in the Maharashtrian culture,' the source concludes. Apart from the yet-to-be-announced feature film in discussion with Shraddha Kapoor, Laxman Uttekar and Dinesh Vijan are also working on a 3-hero project, which he hopes to take on floors in 2026/2027 with 3 top tier actors of Indian Cinema. Talking of Dinesh Vijan, the filmmaker is on a roll with 2 films in the Rs 500 crore club, and is looking to expand his horror comedy universe in the years to come by. The next in the franchise is Thama with Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, scheduled for a Diwali 2025 release. For Shraddha, the Laxman Uttekar directorial could be the next for the big screen after Stree 2, as her talks with Tumbbad director, Anil Rahi Barve fell through recently. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates
Indian Express
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Bhool Chuk Maaf box office collection day 4: Rajkummar Rao, Wamiqa Gabbi's film is no Stree 2, sees massive drop on first Monday as total passes Rs 30 cr
Last year, actor Rajkummar Rao and producer Dinesh Vijan of Maddock Films made history when their horror comedy Stree 2 became the first Hindi film to enter the Rs 600 crore club. However, their new romantic comedy Bhool Chuk Maaf isn't even a patch on that figure, especially given its massive fall on the first Monday. That being said, Bhool Chuk Maaf is an original comedy, while Stree 2 was running on the goodwill of the franchise. Bhool Chuk Maaf earned Rs 4.75 crore on Monday, a drastic dip from its Sunday earnings of Rs 11.5 crore. That was a minor improvement on the Saturday collection of Rs 9.5 crore, a further spike from its opening day earnings of Rs 7 crore on Friday. The film hasn't passed the crucial Monday test, scoring much less than its opening day, and less than even Rs 5 crore. As per Sacnilk, the current domestic box office collection of Bhool Chuk Maaf stands at Rs 32.75 crore. That's less than what Stree 2 earned on its opening day. The Amar Kaushik directorial opened at Rs 51 crore, and slipped down to single digits only on its 14th day. On Monday, Bhool Chuk Maaf registered maximum occupancy in the night shows (18.51%), followed by the evening shows (16.61%), the afternoon shows (15.54%), and the morning shows (5.99%). Regionally, it scored maximum occupancy in Chennai (55.67%), Jaipur (18.50%), National Capital Region (16.75%), Lucknow (15.75%), and Mumbai (15%). As compared to other releases this year, Bhool Chuk Maaf has scored higher than Emraan Hashmi-starrer action thriller Ground Zero (Rs 7.74 crore), Phule (Rs 6.58 crore), Fateh (Rs 18.87 crore), Emergency (Rs 20.48 crore), Loveyapa (Rs 7.69 crore), Badass Ravi Kumar (Rs 13.78 crore), Superboys of Malegaon (Rs 5.32 crore), and Mere Husband Ki Biwi (Rs 12.25 crore). Helmed by debutant director Karan Sharma, Bhool Chuk Maaf also stars Wamiqa Gabbi, Seema Pahwa, Raghubir Yadav, Sanjay Mishra, and Zakir Hussain among others. It revolves around Rao's character, who gets stuck in a time loop right before his wedding day, much to the frustration of him and his fiance (Gabbi). Earlier this month, Maddock Films announced the movie would skip its theatrical release on May 9 and get a digital release on Prime Video India on May 16 owing to the recent events and the heightened security drills across the nation following Operation Sindoor. Multiplex chain PVRINOX had moved the court challenging its producers' decision to release it on Prime Video directly. Also Read — PVR-Inox top boss declares Rajkummar Rao's Bhool Chuk Maaf a 'genuine hit' after theatrical release dispute: 'Has revived theatres' PVRINOX Limited (PVRINOX), Maddock Films Pvt. Ltd. (Maddock), and Amazon MGM Studios reached an understanding, and the movie released in theatres on May 23. However, as a singular exception, it will release on Prime Video India in just two weeks on June 6. Otherwise, the minimum window between the theatrical release and the streaming release is eight weeks.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ayushmann Khurrana on Diwali Holiday Release for Horror-Comedy ‘Thama' (EXCLUSIVE)
Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana's horror-comedy 'Thama' has locked in a Diwali 2025 release, marking the first time the critically acclaimed actor will headline a major festive window release in his decade-plus career. The Maddock Films production, produced by Dinesh Vijan and directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, represents a significant career escalation for Khurrana, who has built his reputation as one of Hindi-language cinema's most bankable stars through unconventional script choices and socially conscious comedies. More from Variety Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' Crosses $90 Million Globally, Second Maddock Title to Hit Milestone After 'Stree 2' 'Walking With Dinosaurs': BBC Unveils First Look at Epic Prehistoric Revival - Global Bulletin Vicky Kaushal's First Look as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in Indian Historical Epic 'Chhaava' Unveiled (EXCLUSIVE) 'Thama' represents an expansion of Maddock's horror-comedy universe. The studio, known for releasing films like 'Stree 2,' 'Munjya,' and 'Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya' in a blockbuster 2024, unveiled a slate of eight interconnected films set to release over the next four years, earlier this year. The lineup begins with 'Thama,' followed by 'Shakti Shalini' on Dec. 31. In 2026, audiences can expect 'Bhediya 2' on Aug. 14 and 'Chamunda' on Dec. 4. The following year includes 'Stree 3' on Aug. 13 and 'Mahamunjya' on Dec. 24. The universe will culminate in 2028 with 'Pehla Mahayudh' on Aug. 11 and 'Doossra Mahayudh' on Diwali, Oct. 18.'It feels amazing to have a big Diwali release with 'Thama.' It is the biggest release of my career and I'm really eager to spread joy, happiness and laughter with the entire country with 'Thama,'' Khurrana said. 'The fact that my film could be one of the reasons for people to have a great festive period feels really surreal.' The Diwali slot has traditionally been reserved for Bollywood's biggest stars and tentpole releases, making Khurrana's booking a testament to his box office evolution from indie darling to commercial heavyweight. 'Thama' is currently the only Bollywood film releasing during the Diwali holiday frame, which falls on Oct. 20 this year. 'For me, Diwali is about togetherness, it is about family and it is about having the best community experience by spending time with your friends,' the 'Vicky Donor' star said. 'I'm a big movie buff and every year, I have a ritual to go to the theatres with my family and watch a film on Diwali. We have so much fun together and it makes me so happy to see scores of people thronging to the theatres to watch these big releases.' 'Thama' brings together an ensemble cast including Rashmika Mandanna, Paresh Rawal, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui. Aditya Sarpotdar directs from a screenplay by Niren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew, and Arun Fulara, with Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik producing. 'I'm giving my everything for 'Thama' and I can see my producers Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik, my director Aditya Sarpotdar and the entire team of 'Thama' put in every drop of their energy to make this film a truly incredible big screen experience that will be memorable for everyone,' Khurrana said. Maddock Films gained prominence in the horror-comedy space in 2018 with 'Stree,' which popularized the genre in Bollywood. The film's blend of humor, supernatural elements and folklore struck a chord with audiences, paving the way for further exploration of the genre. This new cinematic universe is a natural evolution for the studio, bringing together characters and storylines into an interconnected narrative. The company's epic historical saga 'Chhaava,' starring Vicky Kaushal, is the biggest Indian box office success of 2025 so far. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Emmy Predictions: Talk/Scripted Variety Series - The Variety Categories Are Still a Mess; Netflix, Dropout, and 'Hot Ones' Stir Up Buzz Oscars Predictions 2026: 'Sinners' Becomes Early Contender Ahead of Cannes Film Festival
NDTV
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Varun Dhawan And Dinesh Vijan In Talks For A Mytho-Horror Film Ahead Of Bhediya 2? Details Inside
New Delhi: Varun Dhawan and Dinesh Vijan have always been a superhit combo. They have earlier worked together in Bhediya and Badlapur. Currently Bhediya 2 is also in the works. Varun was also seen in special appearances in two other films from Maddock's horror-comedy verse - it was Munjya and Stree 2. Now according to a Pinkvilla report, Varun and Dinesh Vijan have been constantly in touch for the last few months, to discuss a possible collaboration other than Bhediya 2. Neither is it about being a part of an existing horror-comedy universe nor is it a sequel. A close source shared, "Varun Dhawan and Dinesh Vijan are definitely teaming up on Bhediya 2, but there is a delay in the timelines of shoot of this Amar Kaushik directorial. Before Bhediya 2, the duo are in talks to team up for a one-of-its kind mytho-horror film, which will also have shades of comedy in the narrative." Furthermore the source added, "Varun and Dino are also in talks for 2 other scripts and the aforementioned mytho-horror film is the front runner to be their next collaboration. The film won't be a part of the existing horror comedy universe, nor is it a sequel to any of the earlier films produced by Maddock. It will be a standalone feature film, and the things are in the early stages of discussion at the moment. There will be more clarity on the collaboration by July." On the work front, Varun is currently busy with the shoot of David Dhawan's Hai Jaawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, where he will be seen alongside Pooja Hegde and Mrunal Thakur. The film is slated to hit the screens on April 10, 2026. Varun is also shooting for Border 2, alongside Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty. The actor also has Anees Bazmee's No Entry 2 in his lineup with Arjun Kapoor. The official confirmation about the female leads are yet to be revealed.
