Have you heard? Avinash Tiwary and Aditi Rao Hydari in Mussoorie for O Saathi Re

‘Nobody wants a war’

Ajay Devgn has become the first Bollywood celebrity to react to the ongoing tension between India and Pakistan following Operation Sindoor, a retaliation attack launched by the Indian armed forces. At the trailer launch of Karate Kid: Legends, Ajay said, “Nobody wants war, but when there’s no choice left, then…there’s no choice left. I salute the armed forces, the PM [Narendra Modi], and [the] government. They had to do what they did, and they did great. Thank you.” The actor concluded with a resounding “Jai Hind,” receiving a thunderous response from the audience. Ajay’s son Yug was also present at the event as he is also a part of the Hollywood project, marking their first ever collaboration.

Wrapped in mountain breeze

Avinash Tiwary and Aditi Rao Hydari

mid-day had reported that Avinash Tiwary and Aditi Rao Hydari have reached Mussoorie for their upcoming show, O Saathi Re (Love in Mussoorie, May 8). Now, a crew member on June 14, took to social media and shared a picture of a clapboard against a picturesque hill-station background, with “It’s a wrap,” written on it. Approximately 80 per cent of the show was first shot in Mumbai, and the remaining 20 percent was shot in Mussoorie in the last few days. Imtiaz Ali is the creator, writer, and showrunner of the series, and it is directed by his brother, filmmaker Arif Ali.

Two idiots score a hat-trick

Rajkumar Hirani and Aamir Khan

Aamir Khan recently unveiled the heartwarming trailer of his upcoming film Sitaare Zameen Par, a sequel to his acclaimed 2007 human drama Taare Zameen Par. While the film is yet to release, Aamir already appears to have his next venture lined up. Reports suggest that he is in talks with director Rajkumar Hirani for a new collaboration, marking their reunion 11 years after PK (2014). We have learnt that the filmmaker had multiple ideas to pitch before finalising a story that struck a chord with the actor. The film is said to be a slice-of-life narrative, blending comedy with inspirational undertones. Though the project remains tightly under wraps, the duo has “principally agreed” to begin production next year. 

This article first appeared on Mid Day