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Adivi Sesh Declares December 18 the ‘Day of Dacoit’

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December 18 marks a defining moment for Adivi Sesh as his long-awaited emotional action drama Dacoit takes its first major step towards audiences, simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu, led personally by the actor himself. Aptly dubbed the ‘Day of Dacoit’, the date underscores Sesh’s relentless commitment to the film and his determination to present its world across markets in a single, power-packed day.

Leaving no stone unturned, Adivi Sesh will juggle an intense promotional schedule, with the launch of the Telugu teaser first in Hyderabad and the very same day in the evening fly to Mumbai to attend the a mega Hindi teaser launch which Sesh will fly down immediately post the Hyderabad launch. The whirlwind schedule reflects not just the scale of Dacoit, but the deeply personal stake Sesh has in the film, which he has nurtured over several years.

Mounted on a massive canvas, Dacoit is being positioned as one of the most anticipated action spectacles of 2026. Starring Mrunal Thakur alongside Adivi Sesh, the film is designed as a true bilingual experience, aiming to connect emotionally with audiences across the country through its blend of scale, intensity, and storytelling.

Speaking about the significance of the day, Adivi Sesh shared, “December 18 truly feels like the Day of Dacoit for me. This film has been a long, emotional journey, one that I’ve been deeply involved in from the very beginning. Launching the teaser in Mumbai and Hyderabad on the same day is hectic, but it reflects how strongly I feel about this project. Dacoit is not just an action film; it carries emotion, conflict, and a vision that I want audiences in both Hindi and Telugu to experience together.”

As anticipation builds and the teaser prepares to offer the first glimpse into the world of Dacoit, Adivi Sesh’s hands-on approach and tireless hustle have further amplified the buzz. With December 18 set to be a milestone day, Dacoit continues to cement its place as one of the most awaited releases on the 2026 cinematic calendar.

After Online Buzz Over His Silence, Aditya Dhar Responds to Hrithik Roshan’s Review and Confirms Dhurandhar Part 2

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Dhurandhar director Aditya Dhar has finally responded to Hrithik Roshan’s reaction to the film, after his silence on the actor’s first post — where Hrithik praised the storytelling but questioned its politics — sparked major buzz online.

Hrithik later shared a second, more appreciative post celebrating the film’s craft and performances, to which Dhar responded publicly. Thanking Hrithik for his encouragement, the director acknowledged the efforts of the entire team and said the appreciation was a huge morale boost.

He also confirmed that Dhurandhar Part 2 is in the works, adding that the team will strive to live up to the expectations set by the response to the first film.

Jitendra Kumar & Mahvash to headline Remo D’Souza’s Tedhi Hain Par Meri Hain directed by Jayesh Pradhaan

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Remo D’Souza is set to present a refreshing take with his upcoming film, Tedhi Hain Par Meri Hain, a quirky, humorous story where perfection takes a backseat and madness leads the way in love. Stepping into the project is none other than actor Jitendra Kumar, renowned for his relatable and earnest portrayals across hit series and films. Mahvash will be playing the female lead opposite Jitendra Kumar.

The romantic-comedy, which promises a heartfelt and hilarious cinematic treat, is written by Pradeep Singh and will be directed by Jayesh Pradhaan. It is produced by Ishan Shilpi Verma, Vishal Tyagi, and Anwar Ali Khan in association with Kuree Studio and Shaisha Motion Pictures and music by national award winner the legendary Ismail Darbar .

Addressing the film’s unique concept, Remo D’Souza expressed his enthusiasm stating, “In my journey as a filmmaker, I’ve always loved narratives that are rooted in reality yet filled with a unique spark. ‘Tedhi Hain Par Meri Hain’ is exactly that it celebrates imperfection. It’s about finding your kind of crazy in someone else, and having a relatable and bankable actor like Jitendra Kumar on board, with his fantastic ability to blend comedy and vulnerability, ensures this film will strike a chord with the audience.”
This new venture sees Jitendra Kumar, loved for his acclaimed performances across Panchayat, Kota Factory, Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan and the recently released Bhagwat: Chapter One – Raakshas, has been portraying diverse characters with authenticity and emotional depth. The actor shared saying, “The title itself ‘Tedhi Hain Par Meri Hain’ perfectly captures the spirit of true, unfiltered love, Playing a wonderfully flawed and real character in this film is a refreshing challenge. I believe the film will resonate with anyone who understands that the most beautiful relationships are often the most imperfect ones.”

Mahvash also shared her thoughts on joining the cast, “This isn’t just a love story; it’s a wonderfully chaotic story! What drew me in was how real and imperfect the characters are they feel like people you genuinely know. I can’t wait for audiences to embrace the beautiful madness of this film.”
With Remo D’Souza coming on board as presenter, Director Jayesh Pradhaan’s clear, heartfelt vision and the leading pair’s signature blend of humor and vulnerability is highly anticipated, suggesting that this new film is poised to capture the hearts of audiences nationwide by celebrating the messy, beautiful reality of love.

Speed meets style: Jasprit Bumrah backs Streax’s “Main Fast, Streax Superfast” campaign for India’s fast-paced, style-conscious consumers.

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~ India’s pace icon brings his signature speed and consistency to a campaign that redefines quick, high-performance grooming~

Mumbai, 9th December 2025 – Streax, one of India’s leading hair colour and care brands from Hygienic Research Institute (HRI), proudly announces the appointment of Jasprit Bumrah, India’s premier fast bowler, as the product ambassador for its disruptive innovation, Streax Shampoo Hair Colour. The partnership is being unveiled through a dynamic new campaign, “Main Fast, Streax Super-Fast,” celebrating confidence, speed, and effortless style.

Jasprit Bumrah – known for his speed, high class performance, and consistency – mirrors Streax Shampoo Hair Colour’s core promise: speed & quality performance. His disciplined persona and mass appeal make him the ideal voice for a product built on quick, effective, high-quality results. The new TVC, led by the campaign thought “Main Fast, Streax Superfast,” brings this philosophy to life through a sharp, performance-led story. With him, the narrative moves beyond just convenience to smart grooming superiority – a new benchmark for modern, effortless style.

With a price point starting at ₹15 and a unique shampoo-like application that colours hair in just 5 minutes, Streax Shampoo Hair Colour is redefining what quick grooming looks like for Indian consumers. Holding leadership strength across West, North, and East India, the brand is on a mission to democratise hair colouring – making it quicker, more convenient, and accessible to millions.

Priyancka Puri, Sr VP Marketing, Hygienic Research Institute, shared her excitement about the association, “We’re delighted to welcome Jasprit Bumrah to the Streax family. Streax has always stood for beauty, confidence, and a touch of everyday glamour — and our Streax Shampoo Hair Colour brings that promise to life in the fastest way possible. Today’s consumers want to look their best instantly, and our super-fast formula delivers gorgeous colour in just minutes, without compromising on shine or quality.

Bumrah’s precision, performance, and high-impact presence make him the perfect fit for a brand that believes looking good should be quick, easy, and undeniably glamorous. ‘Main Fast. Streax Super-Fast.’ captures exactly what we’re bringing to the category — gorgeous colour, delivered at the speed India wants.”

Speaking on the collaboration, India’s game-changer and match-winning player Jasprit Bumrah who is represented by RISE Worldwide said, “Consistency defines everything I do — whether it’s my game or the way I present myself. Partnering with Streax felt natural because their Shampoo Hair Colour stands for exactly what I value: speed, confidence, and results you can trust. Main fast, Streax super-fast is definitely a vibe and sentiment that I connect with.”

The “Main Fast, Streax Super-Fast” campaign will roll out across television, digital, and social media platforms, showcasing Bumrah in a bold, confident, and contemporary avatar that mirrors Streax’s vision, combining speed, style, and self-assurance.

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About Streax:

Streax is a leading brand offering a wide range of Hair Colouring, Hair Styling, and Hair Care Products. Their products are designed to make hair flaunt-worthy with just the right care. Their vision is to become the brand of choice for consumers seeking contemporary hair products, while their mission focuses on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. Choose Streax to enjoy shiny, and smooth hair that makes you Get Noticed.

About Hygienic Research Institute

Hygienic Research Institute Private Limited (HRIPL) is a prominent Indian leader in beauty and personal care products, specialising in hair care, skin care, and salon services. With over 60 years of legacy since 1957, HRIPL has grown from a single-brand promoter-owned entity to a multi-brand, multi-category organisation backed by private equity Premji Invest and is known for brands like Vasmol, Streax, and Streax Professional, along with Florozone in skin care. Committed to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, HRIPL operates with a vision to offer excellent products and services globally while fostering growth and spreading happiness. The company boasts a robust manufacturing legacy across six locations, adhering to international quality standards. HRIPL is honoured with accolades such as Great Place to Work, Best Workplace for Innovation, and recognition in the FMCG sector, underscoring its commitment to excellence in workplace culture and innovation.

 

Pankaj Tripathi’s *Perfect Family* hits 2M views in a week with a 9.2 IMDb rating — a major YouTube-first milestone.

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Pankaj Tripathi’s debut presentation, the highly acclaimed m series “Perfect Family,” has achieved a monumental milestone, surpassing over 2 million views across all episodes on YouTube within a short span of its release. The series, featuring an ensemble cast including Neha Dhupia, Gulshan Devaiah, Manoj Pahwa, and Seema Pahwa, is being hailed as a historic success for pioneering a direct to YouTube launch model for an Indian series.

The groundbreaking show has not only captivated millions of viewers but has also garnered critical acclaim, cementing its status as a must watch digital feature. Currently, “Perfect Family” holds an impressive rating of 9.2 on IMDB, positioning it as one of the highest rated series of the year across all platforms.

The swift reception and overwhelming viewer response validate the series’ innovative distribution strategy. As the first Indian narrative series to launch directly on the global video sharing platform, its success signals a significant shift in the digital content landscape.

Producer Ajay Rai expressed immense pride in the series’ performance “The 2 million plus views are truly humbling, but the 9.3 IMDB rating is what really proves the impact of our storytelling. We took a bold step by making Perfect Family the first series to launch directly on YouTube, believing in the power and reach of the platform to connect genuine content with a mass audience. This success is a massive victory not just for our team, but for the future of independent, high quality series production in India. The love we have received in such a short time is huge, and we are grateful to the audience for embracing this unique family.”

Pankaj Tripathi added, “I am deeply moved by the way audiences have embraced Perfect Family. When I decided to present this series, it came from a place of genuine admiration for the team and their belief in telling a story that feels honest, humorous, emotional and very rooted in our everyday lives. Watching it cross two million views and receiving such an exceptional IMDB rating reassures me that viewers are always ready for content that speaks to them with sincerity. The success of this experiment on YouTube gives all of us courage to keep exploring new formats and new platforms. I am grateful to every viewer who has given their time and love to this series because it has encouraged us to dream even bigger.”

“Perfect Family” explores the complex dynamics of modern relationships with nuanced performances and sharp writing, appealing widely to families and youth alike. The series continues to gain momentum and is redefining how original Indian content finds its audience globally.

**Diljit Dosanjh and Imtiaz Ali represent Netflix’s Chamkila at International Emmys 2025.**

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Diljit Dosanjh, nominated in the category of ‘Best Performance by an Actor’ for Amar Singh Chamkila, and Imtiaz Ali, director of the film nominated in the ‘TV Movie/Mini-Series’ category, will be representing India and Netflix today at the International Emmy®️ Awards 2025 alongside, Monika Shergill, Vice President Content, Netflix India, and Ruchikaa Kapoor Sheikh, Director, Original Films, in New York. Here’s the first glimpse of Netflix’s India team ahead of the ceremony today

November 25th, 2025, New York: As the 53rd International Emmy®️ Awards unfold in New York, Netflix India once again takes center stage, celebrating the global recognition of Indian storytelling with Amar Singh Chamkila, nominated in two prestigious categories: TV Movie/Mini-Series and Best Performance by an Actor (Diljit Dosanjh).

Marking a proud moment for India, Amar Singh Chamkila stands tall as the only Indian title nominated this year, representing the strength, depth, and universality of rooted local stories

Walking the red carpet with pride, Diljit Dosanjh, who delivered a stirring portrayal of Punjab’s music icon Amar Singh Chamkila, Imtiaz Ali, who brought the singer’s turbulent journey to life with honesty and heart along with producer Mohit Choudhary, Monika Shergill, VP Content, Netflix India, and Ruchikaa Kapoor Sheikh, Director, Original Films, Netflix India.

Their presence at the International Emmy®️ Awards highlights Netflix India’s unwavering commitment to taking authentic Indian stories to audiences across the world, championing narratives that are deeply local yet universally powerful.

Ali Fazal shares a fun behind-the-scenes moment from Mirzapur: The Movie, leaving Mirzapur fans excited

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Mirzapur fans received a pleasant surprise when Ali Fazal shared a candid behind-the-scenes photo from the sets of Mirzapur: The Movie. The image, which quickly caught attention online, brought together members of the show’s original cast — Ali Fazal (Guddu), Pankaj Tripathi (Kaleen Bhaiya), Divyenndu (Munna), Abhishek Banerjee (Compounder), Shaji Choudhary (Maqbool) — along with the film’s newest addition, Jitendra Kumar (Bablu).

The photo has naturally sparked renewed curiosity about the upcoming film, which is currently in production.

Staying true to his easygoing and playful social media style, Ali wrote, “From the M team – 7 idhar, 120 udhar. Cinema gharon mein 120 Bahadur lagi hai, dekhiyega. Aur hum? Humara zara beyt keejiyega. Hum aapki taraf badh rahe hain. Coming Soon In Theatres.” His note encouraged viewers to head to cinemas for Farhan Akhtar’s 120 Bahadur, while giving a gentle nudge that Mirzapur: The Movie is also on its way to theatres.

A source associated with the film shared, “It was special to have the original cast together again for an important sequence. Ali wanted fans to get a glimpse of that moment, which is why he shared the picture. The team is putting in focused work, and the film will build meaningfully on the world Mirzapur has already created.”

With the core cast reunited and Jitendra Kumar joining the ensemble, the film continues to build steady anticipation as it moves toward completion.

Vivek Oberoi says even icons like Shah Rukh Khan could be forgotten by future generations

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In an interview with Pinkvilla, Vivek said, “Which film, starring whom from the 1960s, do you ask anyone about today—nobody cares. You will inevitably be relegated to history. In 2050, people might say, ‘Kaun Shah Rukh Khan?’ (Who is Shah Rukh Khan?)”

He further explained, “Just as people today might ask, ‘Who is Raj Kapoor?’ You and I may call him the god of cinema, but if you ask any youngster who is a fan of Ranbir Kapoor, they might not even know who Raj Kapoor was. So perhaps history eventually relegates us all to nothingness.”

Source: Pinkvilla

Guneet Monga Kapoor Leads Women in Film India Conversation on the Rising Global Impact of Indian Stories

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Women in Film India in collaboration with American Distributor and Marketing Agency Product of Culture hosted a landmark edition of its industry event series today with focus on the topic of India to the World: Scaling Stories for a Global Audience, bringing together three of the most influential leaders driving the next era of global entertainment, Guneet Monga Kapoor (CEO, Sikhya Entertainment), Archana Misra Jain (CEO, Product of Culture), and Caleb Franklin (CEO, Matter Entertainment).

Held in Mumbai, the session spotlighted the accelerating worldwide demand for Indian storytelling and the increasing cultural influence of Indian creators across the entertainment spectrum on global platforms. The discussion explored the strategies required to scale Indian content for international audiences, from pioneering awards campaigns and innovative distribution models to building sustainable cross-border creative ecosystems for films and formats of all sizes.

As part of its mission to champion representation, opportunity, and industry access for women and marginalized voices, Women in Film India curated this conversation to foreground how inclusive leadership is reshaping India’s global entertainment footprint.

The event featured a panel followed by interactive networking games designed to spark meaningful collaboration across producers, writers, distributors, content platforms, and emerging creative talent. The evening gave a perfect chance for networking of the right focus be led to create more meaningful partnerships.

Guneet Monga Kapoor, CEO, Sikhya Entertainment, said, “Indian storytelling has always held immense emotional and cultural power, and we are now seeing that power resonate across the world. As we together build robust systems, from grassroots talent development to global distribution, we’re creating pathways for our stories to travel authentically and at scale. This moment, this event is about more than just visibility; it’s about India shaping global culture with confidence and clarity and its real time representation of Indian entertainment industry’s global impact”.

Archana Misra Jain, CEO, Product of Culture, shared. “Audiences worldwide are seeking stories that are bold, specific, and rooted. And India offers that in abundance. The next leap in the entertainment industry for India to go global lies in building purposeful bridges between creators, markets, and communities”.

Caleb Franklin, CEO, Matter Entertainment, concluded, “The momentum around Indian content is undeniable with a growing market and appetite for Indian stories. There’s a hunger for fresh voices and new cultural lenses, and India is uniquely positioned to meet that demand. Collaboration is the engine of this growth, producers, studios, platforms, and talent coming together to scale stories in ways that feel global yet deeply authentic. Events like this one play a vital role in shaping the partnerships that will define the future.”

Shanaya Kapoor co creates Indinoor for modern Indian jewelry

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Jewelry is more than just an accessory it’s a story, a feeling, and a way to express who you are. Indinoor, a new Indian jewelry brand co-created by Shanaya Kapoor and Gauri Tandon, captures exactly that.

Where Heritage Meets Today’s Style

Every piece from Indinoor feels like a beautiful blend of India’s past and present. The brand takes inspiration from traditional Indian designs from the royal charm of temple and kundan to the delicate sparkle of zircon and the sacred beauty of temple jewelry.

But what makes Indinoor stand out is how it gives these age-old styles a modern, wearable edge. The jewelry looks grand yet feels light, making it perfect for both big celebrations and small, everyday moments. Whether it’s Diwali, a friend’s wedding, or even a casual brunch, Indinoor has something that helps you shine effortlessly.

Shanaya Kapoor: More Than a Brand Ambassador

Unlike most celebrity faces of brands, Shanaya Kapoor is not just promoting Indinoor she’s building it. As a co-creator, she works closely with the design team, helping with product curation and creative direction. Her own sense of style, elegant, young, and confident shapes the collections beautifully.

Her involvement brings a personal, human touch to the brand one that feels authentic and relatable.

 

Jewelry for Every Moment

For a long time, traditional jewelry was seen as something you only wore at weddings or festivals. Indinoor changes that idea. The brand encourages women to wear jewelry for themselves, not just for events.

Every piece tells a story of celebration, self-love, and confidence. It’s for the woman who believes every day deserves a little sparkle. Whether you’re dressing up for a festive night or adding a touch of gold to your morning outfit, Indinoor helps you feel special without overdoing it.

The House of Isharya Legacy

As a sister brand to Isharya, Indinoor inherits a legacy of craftsmanship and trust. While Isharya is known for its bold, global style, Indinoor brings that same quality and creativity into the heart of Indian tradition.

Together, they show that jewelry can be both timeless and trendy, both heritage and happening just like the women who wear it.

 

A Celebration of Modern Indian Beauty

With Shanaya Kapoor as co-creator, Indinoor is more than a jewelry brand; it’s a movement that celebrates modern Indian elegance. Every design reflects artistry, confidence, and warmth.

This festive season, let Indinoor remind you that beauty lies in the balance between tradition and today, between sparkle and simplicity, and most importantly, between jewelry and joy.