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Pink Villa
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
EXCLUSIVE: Sajid Nadiadwala and Akshay Kumar's Housefull 5 is India's most expensive comedy; Budget details revealed
After collaborating on films like Waqt Hamara Hai, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, Jaan-E-Mann, Heyy Babyy, Kambakkht Ishq, Housefull, Housefull 2, Housefull 3, Housefull 4 and Bachchan Panday, the duo of Akshay Kumar and Sajid Nadiadwala are all gearing up for the release of Housefull 5 on coming Friday, June 6, 2025. The film has been extensively shot over 90-day period inside a cruise in the international waters and also on set in Mumbai. Sources confirm that Housefull 5 is the most expensive comedy of Indian Cinema, surpassing films like Housefull 4 (Rs 165 crore) and Golmaal Again (Rs 142 crore) among others. According to sources close to the development, Housefull 5 has been made on a budget of Rs 225 crore (Excluding PnA), making it the most expensive comedy of Indian Cinema. 'From a star-cast of 19 acclaimed actors to the logistical challenges of shooting at real locations with a massive ensemble – Housefull 5 was among the most difficult film to set up for Sajid Nadiadwala. He has made a lavish 'Killer Comedy' for the audience, without compromising on the costs,' revealed a source. The source further informs that Housefull 5 also happens to be among the top 3 expensive films of Akshay Kumar's career. 'While Sooryavanshi was made on a budget of Rs 250 crore, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan had a production cost of almost Rs 300 crore. Housefull 5 is certainly the second most expensive of his career,' the source added. Various figures are floating around for the film, but the actual costs are known only once the casting is done, and the makers actually shoot for the film at locations. At times, the bloated figures are circulated also for subsidy purposes. All said and done, Housefull 5 is still an expensive film, and a rather brave call from NGE to mount a comedy on this scale, at these costs. The advances opened on Saturday evening, and there is hope on them to pick up momentum from Tuesday evening. The overseas sales are encouraging, as a career best opening seems to be on cards for Akshay Kumar in the international markets. Being a franchise film in the comedy genre, HF 5 has fetched good values from satellite, digital and music players, but it is just half the work done and the film has to show strong theatrical results as well. The teaser, trailer, and music promises entertainment, and that's a genre which is thriving in the post-pandemic world. All eyes on June 6 now. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates.
Pink Villa
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Suniel Shetty reveals secret to unbreakable bond with Hera Pheri co-star Akshay Kumar despite misunderstandings: ‘If anyone tried to…'
Hera Pheri is making headlines after Paresh Rawal announced his exit from the third part sending shocking waves across the nation. It followed some legal trouble for him. However, fans will be able to see Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty reprise their role in the iconic film. The duo also shares a great friendship that goes back many years. They first starred together in the 1993 film Waqt Hamara Hai and since then their friendship has become the talk of the town. Now, Suniel opened up on the secret behind their unbreakable friendship with him despite 'misunderstandings'. In an interview with Zoom, Suniel Shetty shared, 'It was the time of no social media. So if ever anyone said anything or tried to create misunderstandings, it came from a legitimate source. Hence we could tackle it.' Calling today's world 'toxic', he added that the news today is without sources. People hide their identities and start abusing others. The Hera Pheri actor also shared how children of today's time are getting affected because of social media. Further, Suniel urged people not to believe in any rumors. He shared that in earlier days negative rumors existed as well but still, they continued to work with each other and their films ultimately worked. He added they don't meet their co-stars when they don't work but then spend days together while working. Suniel Shetty also talked about having fun during shooting with Akshay and shared that they were together all the time playing games and enjoying life. He recalled the time they were shooting in Shimla and waking up at 4am to play cricket with locals during the 7am shift. The actor added that though they used to stay in 5-star hotels, they used to stroll around the city and eat local parathas. He shared, 'It was a different world altogether and we were all secure.' For the unversed, Suniel Shetty and Akshay Kumar worked in several films together like Awara Paagal Deewana, Mohra, Deewane Huye Paagal, Sapoot, De Dana Dan, Dhadkan, Jaani Dushman, Hera Pheri and more. On the work front, apart from Hera Pheri 3, Akshay Kumar also has Housefull 5, Welcome To The Jungle, Bhooth Bangla, and Jolly LLB 3. Meanwhile, Suniel Shetty will next be seen in Kesari Veer with Sooraj Pancholi. For more such news, stay tuned to Pinkvilla.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Suniel Shetty talked about alleged rivalry with Akshay Kumar in the 90s: 'I don't decide who I want to pose with...'
After making his debut in the 1992 film 'Balwaan', was viewed as a potential rival to the then-successful . Rumors about their competition were common, with Rediff in 1997 suggesting that Suniel was unsettling Akshay's position. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Suniel later addressed these rumors in an interview with the website. Magazine Covers and Media Speculation Suniel and Akshay featured on magazine covers alongside and , respectively. While some interpreted this as a rivalry or competition, Suniel dismissed such notions, stating that there was no conflict or tension between them. Media-Created Rivalry Reported in Hindustan Times, Suniel clarified that the rivalry between him and Akshay was created by the media. He explained that the decision about whom to pose with for magazine covers is made by the magazines themselves, not by the actors. Suniel emphasized that there is no personal issue between him and Akshay, suggesting that the magazines have their own internal competition. For example, if one magazine features Akshay with Sushmita Sen, another might feature Suniel with Aishwarya Rai. He added that posing for photographs is simply part of their profession and is done in a professional spirit without any underlying conflict. Fans See Through the Hype When asked if people actually believed the rivalry narrative between him and Akshay, Suniel explained that fans are not easily fooled. He pointed out that magazines compete by sensationalizing stories on their covers to boost sales, but readers do not necessarily take those rumors seriously or believe the gossip. Long Standing Collaboration Since their early collaborations in the 1993 films 'Waqt Hamara Hai' and 'Pehchaan', Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty have frequently shared the screen. They gained further popularity with the 1994 blockbuster 'Mohra'. In 2000, the duo successfully shifted gears from action to comedy with 'Hera Pheri', alongside . Their partnership continued with movies like 'Dhadkan', 'Awara Paagal Deewana', and 'Deewane Huye Paagal'. Fans can soon catch them together again in the upcoming films 'Welcome to the Jungle' and 'Hera Pheri 3'.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Suniel Shetty reacts to Anil Kapoor calling him and Akshay Kumar '50% waale heroes': 'Bura toh lagta hi hai lekin...'
Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty were a hit pair in the 90s. They did many movies together from ' Mohra ' to 'Waqt Hamara Hai'. While the audience loved this two-hero pairing, there was a time when Anil Kapoor had allegedly dismissed them as '50% waale heroes' thus stating that they cannot carry a film alone as solo lead on their shoulders. Thus, they are cast together. In a recent interview, Suniel was asked if this is true and if it was then how he reacted to it. Shetty opened up on those days in an interview with Radio Nasha and said, 'Yes, there was this type of dialogue—I saw it in the newspaper too.' He added, 'Lekin voh star the toh bol sakte the. He meant that a single hero should have been taken instead of two actors.' However, Suniel still thinks of it with a lot of grace adding that they were still new as actors and carving a space for themselves in the industry. Suniel further said, 'Toh bura toh lagta hi hai. But we also knew we hadn't become stars at his level. Still, we believed something would happen for us eventually.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Scarlett Johansson, 40, Shows Off Her Real Size In A New Vacation Photos 33 Bridges Undo 'Mohra' was a huge hit eventually and Suniel-Akshay were a hit pair for film-makers to cast. They continued to star together in many other films many years later also. For instance, they did 'Hera Pheri', 'Awara Pagal Deewana' and also will be starring together in ' Hera Pheri 3 '. Fans still wait to see them together. In the same interview, Suniel also spoke about shooting with Divya Bharti for 'Mohra'. She was initially cast for the film but Raveena Tandon replaced her after she passed away. Talking about her, Suniel recalled, 'That girl was absolutely fearless. She was full of life and masti.' He said she was a treat to work with. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . And don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Suniel Shetty recalls emotional first meeting with Akshay Kumar: He reminded me of someone I lost
Suniel Shetty and Akshay Kumar In a heartfelt conversation veteran actor Suniel Shetty revisited the moment he first met Akshay Kumar on the sets of ' Waqt Hamara Hai ' (1993). The actors who went on to form one of Bollywood's most enduring partnerships with hits like 'Mohra,' 'Hera Pheri' and 'Pehchaan,' didn't start off with the usual icebreakers. For Suniel, the first encounter with Akshay was deeply personal and emotionally complex. A striking resemblance to a loved one lost too soon Recalling the shoot day in an interview with Radio Nasha, Suniel shared that Akshay's appearance instantly reminded him of his late cousin Ullaas, who had tragically passed away in a car crash. Operation Sindoor Amid flare-up hours after thaw, officials say things will settle down with time Ceasefire on, but pressure stays: Key decisions by India against Pak that still stand 'Will work with India & Pakistan to seek solution on Kashmir': Trump 'He was the one who sent my photos out and got me my first modelling gig. Losing him so young was devastating; he was just 27 or 28,' Suniel told the interviewer. The resemblance was so strong that it shook him. 'When I saw Akshay for the first time, I saw Ullaas in him—same clean-shaven face, same tall frame, same energy. It was overwhelming,' he said. Fear turned into a lasting bond Suniel admitted that he was initially 'scared' to work with Akshay, not because of his talent or personality, but because the sight of him was a constant reminder of his cousin. 'I even told him that working with him would be tough because it would bring back memories every day,' Suniel revealed. But what followed was a journey filled with laughter, warmth, and strong friendship. 'Akshay is the biggest masti-khor (fun-loving guy) you'll ever meet. He made even the longest nights on set lighter and happier,' he said. What's next for the iconic duo? While their early camaraderie blossomed into decades of screen magic, both actors have exciting projects ahead. As reported by Hindustan Times, Suniel Shetty is gearing up for his next role in 'Kesari Veer,' alongside Vivek Oberoi and Sooraj Pancholi, set to release on May 16. Akshay Kumar, meanwhile, is keeping his comedy franchise alive with 'Housefull 5' and also has 'Welcome to the Jungle' and 'Hera Pheri 3' lined up. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . And don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
