Have you heard? Kartik Aaryan, Ananya Panday`s next to arrive on V-day

The European reunion

mid-day reported that rumoured ex-lovers Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday are set for their next adventure (Quick summer romance, June 2). The actors seem to be shooting for their next project, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, in Europe. The makers, on June 2, announced that the romantic drama will arrive in cinemas on February 13, 2026, just in time for Valentine’s Day.  This film marks the second collaboration between Kartik and Ananya after Pati Patni Aur Woh (2019) and a new chapter between the producer of the film, Karan Johar, and Kartik after the actor was dropped from Karan’s Dostana 2 due to alleged professional differences and unprofessional behaviour in 2021.

Going heavy on action and masala

Shahid Kapoor, Triptii Dimri and Vishal Bhardwaj

Filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj has commenced a new shooting schedule for his upcoming action thriller Arjun Ustara, starring Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri. Sources tell mid-day that the film’s team has been based in Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, for the past week, and is gearing up for an intense three-week schedule focused on high-octane action sequences and rigorous training. The source tellls us, “Shahid and Triptii are undergoing an MMA-based regimen that blends Krav Maga and Kali stick-fighting techniques, along with core strength and endurance training.” The action team has designed sequences featuring rappelling down rocky cliffs, close-quarter combat in forested terrain. “Vishal sir is pushing for a raw look with no green screens. It’s all real locations, with minimal wirework to keep it authentic,” reveals the source. Apparently, special focus is on knife fights and unarmed takedowns. “Every move is broken down into beats and rehearsed repeatedly to ensure safety and impact on screen.”

Dhoom macha le 1, 2, 3, 4

Ranbir Kapoor

Yash Raj Films is set to revive the Dhoom franchise with Dhoom 4. The buzz is that the film will go on floors in April, next year. Aditya Chopra and writer Shridhar Raghavan are reportedly collaborating on the script, aiming to match the hype surrounding the reboot. Reportedly Ranbir Kapoor will play the lead. However, the female lead is yet to be finalised. The makers plan to make the film high on action, on a par with global action standards. We have also learnt that Ayan Mukerji is likely to direct. Dhoom 4 will reportedly arrive in cinemas in 2027.

Make place for new mums

Radhika Apte

Radhika Apte announced her pregnancy at the BAFTA Awards last year, where her film Sister Midnight was nominated. Now, her daughter is six months old. The actor, in a recent interview, spoke about the challenges of being a new mother in the film industry as she promotes the film. She said that the industry is not “conducive” for new mothers like her. Radhika revealed that she is wondering how she’ll navigate this, going forward. Sharing that she finds it tough to balance work and motherhood, she said, “The film industry’s demands make it hard for me to care for my child.”

Toned, tattooed, and taking over

Shah Rukh Khan

Shah Rukh Khan has taken the internet by storm with his new look from his upcoming film King. Videos of him exiting the film’s set have surfaced on social media, which show SRK sporting a tank top, revealing his toned arms and body tattoos. Fans are going wild, praising his physical transformation and intense screen presence. The video has sparked comparisons to his Don 2 (2011) look and built anticipation for his character in King, a grey-shaded gangster. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film boasts a star-studded cast, including Rani Mukerji, Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Abhay Verma, and a cameo by Deepika Padukone.

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