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Pink Villa
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Bollywood Newswrap, May 26: Alia Bhatt facing challenges at Cannes closing ceremony to Bipasha Basu on doing Jism despite warnings
Missed today's top entertainment buzz? Don't worry, we've got you covered! From Kajol's striking new look in Maa to Alia Bhatt revealing how her creative team tackled last-minute challenges at Cannes 2025, here's a quick roundup of the biggest Bollywood headlines making waves today Here are the top 5 Bollywood news stories of May 26, 2025: 1. Subhash Ghai drops BIG update on Sanjay Dutt and Madhuri Dixit's Khal Nayak sequel Over 30 years after Khal Nayak hit theaters, filmmaker Subhash Ghai has finally confirmed a sequel is on the way. Fans have long awaited Khal Nayak 2, and Ghai revealed that the script is now complete, with casting and crew selection set to begin soon. 2. Maa: Kajol's dark and divine look in mythological horror from Shaitaan world has fans saying 'OMG very excited' Kajol is ready to make a powerful return to the big screen with her upcoming mythological horror thriller Maa, directed by Vishal Furia. Building anticipation ahead of its release, she unveiled the film's first poster, instantly sparking buzz among fans, many of whom reacted with comments like, 'OMG, very excited! 3. Why did Bipasha Basu do Jism despite being advised not to take up 'adult content' film? Actress makes BIG REVELATION Bipasha Basu, once a leading star in Bollywood, recently reflected on her bold film choices, including the 2003 romantic thriller Jism. Looking back, she revealed that she was advised to turn down the role due to its 'adult content,' but she chose to follow her instincts instead. 4. No power, no problem: Alia Bhatt reveals how her team creatively overcame challenges as she prepared for Cannes closing ceremony Alia Bhatt recently marked her debut at the Cannes Film Festival with two dazzling red carpet appearances. On the final day, during the event's closing ceremony, Alia and her team encountered a power outage while preparing. Despite the hiccup, they managed to pull off a flawless look using sheer creativity and teamwork. 5. Why Ishaan Khatter wasn't 'freaked out' doing intimate scenes with Tabu in A Suitable Boy? Actor explains In a recent interview, Ishaan Khatter spoke about his experience working with Tabu in A Suitable Boy. Reflecting on filming intimate scenes, he shared that he remained completely at ease, saying, "With an actress like Tabu, honestly, it's like, you don't have to talk about it."
Pink Villa
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Subhash Ghai drops BIG update on Sanjay Dutt and Madhuri Dixit's Khal Nayak sequel and we bet you're going to love it
Khal Nayak, starring Sanjay Dutt, Madhuri Dixit, and Jackie Shroff, hit the theaters more than three decades back. Fans have been demanding a sequel of this classic cult since then. Filmmaker Subhash Ghai, who had been hinting at a potential sequel for a long time, has finally given a major update on it and we bet fans are going to absolutely love it. He shared that the scripting of Khak Nayak 2 has been completed and the cast and crew will soon be finalized. In a recent chat with ETimes, filmmaker Subhash Ghai, who directed the original Khal Nayak in 1993, shared, 'Yes, the script is complete now and the rest of the cast and technicians will soon be finalized.' Earlier, a source informed Filmfare that the director is excited about Khal Nayak's sequel. The report added that the film will also have newcomers playing the lead roles. However, Madhuri Dixit and Sanjay Dutt will be cast for cameo appearances. The project is already in the works. Meanwhile, back in 2024, Subhash Ghai opened up about rumors of recasting Ballu and clarified that Sanjay Dutt will only play the iconic role. He said that he isn't looking for actors to play Ballu Balram but young actors to play new roles in the sequel. The filmmaker added that the young cast will be pitted against Ballu (played by Sanjay). For the unversed, Khal Nayak has become a cult classic over the years. The 1993 film became a major hit upon its release with Sanjay Dutt, Madhuri Dixit, and Jackie Shroff in key roles. With its daring take on themes of sin and salvation, combined with unforgettable tracks like Choli Ke Peeche, the film became a landmark in pop culture. Even today, Khal Nayak stands tall as a defining work in the journeys of Sanjay, Madhuri, and director Subhash Ghai. Anticipation is high to find out what filmmaker Subhash Ghai has planned for the upcoming Khal Nayak sequel.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive: Khal Nayak Sequel Update! The script is now complete, says director Subhash Ghai
Subhash Ghai, Madhuri Dixit and Sanjay Dutt A few days ago, it was reported that Subhash Ghai is all set to make a sequel to the 1993 release Khal Nayak that starred Sanjay Dutt , Jackie Shroff and Madhuri Dixit . Talking to us, the filmmaker confirmed that he is taking the story of the popular 90s film ahead. Ghai told us, 'Yes, the script is complete now and the rest of the cast and technicians will soon be finalised. ' As per reports, the new instalment will feature a fresh cast with newcomers, while the original stars, Madhuri and Sanjay, will probably make special appearances to add a dose of nostalgia. Khal Nayak also featured the hugely popular track Choli Ke Peeche by Alka Yagnik and Ila Arun, and we have to wait to see if this hit track, which the current generation is still grooving to, will make it to the film. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
News18
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Madhuri Dixit, Sanjay Dutt's Khal Nayak Sequel In Making? Here's What We Know
Last Updated: Earlier, it was reported that Subhash Ghai wants to approach actors like Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor for the character of Ballu Balram Madhuri Dixit, Sanjay Dutt, and Jackie Shroff starrer Khal Nayak is one of the cult classic films. Right from songs to storyline, fans loved every aspect of the film. And who could forget Sanjay Dutt's powerful performance as Ballu? It has left a mark on the audience's minds. However, in a thrilling update, veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai has confirmed that a sequel to his iconic 1993 blockbuster is in development. The news has sparked a wave of excitement across social media. Filmfare has a source from the industry saying, 'Subhash ji is excited about staging a sequel to Khal Nayak. The story will be based on new characters played by newcomers. But add the original appeal, with Madhuri Dixit and Sanjay Dutt might be roped in for special roles. It's a project in the making right now, but Subhash ji and his team are very excited about this project." Earlier, it was reported that Subhash Ghai has completed the script for Khalnayak 2. The director, known for the original film starring Sanjay Dutt, is currently in discussions with a few promising young actors for the role of the iconic character, Ballu Balram. According to Ghai has finalised the script for the film. While it remains uncertain if Sanjay Dutt will return for the sequel, Ghai is eager to cast a young actor as Ballu Balaram. That apart, he is also considering popular actors from the South for the role. Not long back, Subhash Ghai had told Etimes, 'The truth is I am not looking for actors to play Ballu Balram but a younger actor to play a new character in Khalnayak 2 who will be pitted against Ballu Balram who is 55 years old man now. Ballu will be played Sanjay Dutt only. Like Al Pacino played in Godfather 2 and Marlon Brando played Godfather 1." The source close to the development told 'Subhash Ghai wants to approach actors like Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor for the character of Ballu Balram. In fact, he isn't sticking to just Bollywood. Allu Arjun and Yash are also in his list and he wants to approach them as well. He just wants someone who would be able to take the legacy of Ballu Balaram forward." Madhuri Dixit, Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, and Anupam Kher all starred in 'Khalnayak'. They got together last year to celebrate the movie's 30th anniversary. The film faced controversies when it was released. The song 'Choli Ke Peechay Kya Hai' from the movie was very popular and was also used in the 2024 film 'Crew'. The 1993 film revolved around a guard from the prison pretending to be a dancer to catch an escaped criminal, Balaram Prasad alias Ballu, and help her police inspector boyfriend. First Published:
Tatler Asia
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
Body positivity, Bollywood and a viral video: How Swiss Indian singer BombayMami is empowering women through music
Above BombayMami's 'Fire in Delhi' music video BombayMami: Rising through adversity BombayMami's musical journey began in 2012, with different aliases like Tashan and with hits in English, French and German, like This Time (2019) and Yoga (2022) . She was about to go on a tour in Germany when it was cancelled by Covid-19—a blessing in disguise, she says, as it gave her time to reflect on her true path. Despite her success, she realised her career was heading in a direction that didn't feel authentic to her. 'I grew up in Switzerland, which is notoriously known for its lack of diversity,' she says. 'It took me a long time to find people who could embrace my identity and vision. In the process, I received more hate than love from the industry, especially from men I worked with, who didn't understand who I was.' She recalls countless moments of suppression and attempts to shame her: 'I can't count the number of times men imposed their vision on me, the number of times I was told I couldn't sing, that I was too fat, that I was too Indian, that I was too much. Once, a guy wanted to use my voice for a song but said he would rather have a model pretending to sing than have me in the music video.' Determined to reclaim her agency, she left her label and moved to London, where she found musical and cultural acceptance. 'In London, I felt a huge sense of belonging, I felt at home right away,' she says. 'Being surrounded by South Asian culture realigned me and helped me figure out how I wanted to approach my music: from a place of power, authenticity and heritage.' Surrounded by a team that she could finally trust and motivated to celebrate her once-shamed Indian heritage, she reveals that it was the hit Bollywood song and her childhood favourite, Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai (an iconic song from the 1993 Bollywood movie Khal Nayak that was banned on Indian national TV for its raunchy lyrics), which gave her the epiphany she needed. 'That song is an absolute banger,' she says. 'It's a bit cheeky, a bit sexy, and it just became an obvious common thread to follow'—a thread that she will continue to pursue in Peaceful Attitude , her upcoming album. 'Channelling the sassy energy [of this Bollywood song in Peaceful Attitude ] has been my way of reclaiming my goddess power, because women's power is just constantly overlooked by society,' she adds. Above BombayMami got inspired by the Bollywood classic song 'Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai' from the 1993 movie 'Khal Nayak' Empowerment through authenticity, feminism and body positivity 'From situationships to colleagues, I've been taken advantage of by a lot of men in the past years,' she says. 'It actually reassured me that the song was so liked by women and queer people. Not that I don't appreciate straight men, but I need a break from them,' she says, laughing. 'Unfortunately, patriarchy is a system that we're stuck in. So, the best I can do is to try to inspired women and queer folks to create their own reality and to follow their guts.' To do so, the singer's second-favourite medium is probably her own body. As she says it herself: 'In BombayMami, music and aesthetics go hand in hand'. Above Musical and visual identities are equally important for BombayMami (Photo: courtesy of BombayMami) Above BombayMami will release her album, Peaceful Attitude, later this year (Photo: courtesy of BombayMami) Through bold makeup, long nails, bling and colourful clothes, she says she reconnects with her inner power. 'Believe me, I have tons of insecurities,' she reveals. 'Some days I hate my cellulite and my arms so much, but paradoxically enough, I reappropriate my body through nakedness. The less I wear, the more comfortable I am in front of the camera.' Despite the setbacks, she says she feels grateful to be able to live her life freely. 'I was fortunate enough to grow up in Switzerland, in a safe space where my parents were supportive and let me express myself, even when I've been showing a bit more skin,' she says. 'I want to offer that to other people around me.' Before running back to work, BombayMami ends our interview with some guidelines: 'Everybody is welcome to my concerts, except if you're homophobic, transphobic, sexist or mistreat animals. Music only calls for love and celebrations.' As she packs up her lunch and heads back to her day job, it's clear that this duality defines her—professional by day, cultural revolutionary by night. And as her music continues to inspire fans worldwide, she rides that momentum like she rides her snowboard: with fearless authenticity and unapologetic joy.
