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Aamir Khan is reportedly planning a significant shift in the film industry's business dynamics. According to a report by PinkVilla, the actor is considering not selling the digital rights of his future films, aiming to prioritize theatrical releases and revive the social comedy genre. A Game-Changing Strategy Aamir Khan's vision is to keep his films exclusive to cinema halls for a substantial period, potentially 12 weeks or more. By delaying the sale of digital rights, he aims to maximize the film's theatrical run and gauge audience reception before exploring other distribution channels. The portal quoted a source saying, “He will sell the digital rights only after the release of the film in the cinema halls. While the digital medium is keeping the box-office clause in the contract, Aamir is willing to sell and value his film based on the audience reception to the content on theatrical release.” Reviving the Social Comedy Genre The actor believes that by keeping his

In 2024, the highest taxpayer among Indian celebrities has been revealed, with superstar Shah Rukh Khan topping the list. According to a report by Fortune India, the actor made a significant contribution in taxes this year, surpassing other prominent figures from the entertainment and sports industries. His recent blockbuster hits, including Pathaan, Jawan, and Dunki, have not only captivated audiences but also generated substantial revenue, leading to a staggering tax payment of Rs. 92 crore. Closely following Khan is Vijay, a celebrated Tamil actor whose consistent success has earned him a loyal fanbase and substantial income. His latest film, GOAT, which hit theatres on September 5, further cemented his position as one of the industry's top earners, resulting in a tax payment of Rs. 80 crore. Salman Khan continues to command a massive following and remains a significant contributor to the Indian film industry. His upcoming film, Sikandar, is eagerly anticipated by fans, an

Kangana Ranaut’s film Emergency, which was set to release this week, has encountered a significant hurdle after the Bombay High Court declined to intervene in the certification process. The court's decision comes in light of a prior directive from the Madhya Pradesh High Court, which had already instructed the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to carefully examine objections raised against the film before approving it. After Bombay High Court's order, Kangana Ranaut took to X, formerly Twitter, to react saying, “Today I have become everyone’s favourite target, this is the price you pay for awakening this sleeping nation, they don’t know what I am talking about they have no clue why I am so concerned, because they want peace, they don’t want to take sides.” “High court has blasted censor for illegally withholding the certificate of #emergency,” the actor added. Today I have become everyone’s favourite target, this is the price you pay for awakening this sleeping

After the historic success of Pathaan and Jawan, Shah Rukh Khan gets back to the action genre with the Sujoy Ghosh film, King, produced by Red Chillies Entertainment and Siddharth Anand. The film has been in the pre-production stage for a while now and the makers have finally locked the timelines of the shoot. Bollywood Hungama has exclusive information that Shah Rukh Khan and Suhana Khan will start shooting for King in January 2025. "Shah Rukh Khan is leaving no stone turned to make King a spectacle for the big screen and is working with Sujoy and Sid to get the script and action sequences right. The idea is to make his return to the big screen special again, as King will mark his comeback to films after a gap of almost 3 years. The makers want to shoot for the film in specific weather conditions in Europe and January is when they intend to commence work on King," a source told Bollywood Hungama. The source also tells us that King will be a full-length two-character fi

Amazon MGM Studios has announced that its original movie Superboys of Malegaon will be screened at the 68th BFI London Film Festival, which runs from October 9–20, 2024. The film will be showcased on October 10 at Vue West End and on October 12 at Curzon Soho cinema. This follows the movie’s world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 13. A collaborative production Superboys of Malegaon is produced by Excel Entertainment and Tiger Baby, with Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar, and Reema Kagti at the helm. Directed by Reema Kagti and written by Varun Grover, the film stars Adarsh Gourav, Vineet Kumar Singh, and Shashank Arora. The story is inspired by the life of Nasir Shaikh, an amateur filmmaker from Malegaon, Maharashtra, who brings together his friends to create a film for his community. A story from Malegaon The film follows Nasir Shaikh as he works to bring his vision to life, offering a glimpse into the world of small-town filmmaking.

The multi-genre music festival Lollapalooza is set to make a grand return to India for its highly anticipated third edition in 2025. This year, the festival will bring a dynamic triad of music, culture and memorable experiences, continuing its evolution as the premier multi-genre event in the Asian subcontinent. Making its way back to Mumbai on March 8th-9th, 2025, Lollapalooza India will once again transform the city into a lively paradise for music lovers, set against the beautiful prelude of spring. The festival marks its third year in a row, and the city welcomes and celebrates its much-anticipated comeback. Owen Roncon, Chief of Business - Live Events, BookMyShow, said, “Lollapalooza India isn’t just a music festival - it’s the ultimate party where sound, culture and community meet. Picture yourself dancing to bustling beats, surrounded by a sea of people who are just as hyped as you are, with every second creating a vibe you won’t forget. As we gear up for the 2025 edition, w