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Ananya Panday and Lakshya's Chand Mera Dil has received a U/A 16+ certificate from the CBFC ahead of its May 22 release. The board asked the makers to remove two kissing scenes before granting the certificate. The film, directed by Vivek Soni, has a final runtime of 135.36 minutes.

The trailer for 'Chand Mera Dil' unveils Ananya Panday and Lakshya's intense romantic journey, moving from sweet beginnings to significant emotional conflict. Directed by Vivek Soni, the film hints at a past mistake by Lakshya's character, Aarav, that deeply impacts their relationship. With music by Sachin-Jigar, this drama promises a compelling narrative when it hits theaters on May 22.

The makers of 'Chand Mera Dil' have released their new song, 'Khasiyat,' featuring Ananya Panday and Lakshya Lalwani, which is generating significant online buzz. Karan Johar shared the track, amplifying excitement for the film's May 22 release. While largely praised for its melody and chemistry, some mixed reactions have also surfaced.

Lag Jaa Gale’s shoot has been extended to October due to Lakshya’s look transformation, requiring him to grow his hair. The film stars Tiger Shroff and Janhvi Kapoor in a revenge-based action drama with a love triangle. Meanwhile, Lakshya awaits Chand Mera Dil, while Tiger and Janhvi continue with their respective projects.

The makers of chand mera dil have released the second single aitbaar, a heartfelt heartbreak anthem picturised on ananya panday and lakshya. The track, led by faheem abdullah’s emotive vocals and composed by sachin–jigar, captures emotional fragility in a relationship. The film, produced by karan johar under dharma productions, is set to release worldwide on may 22, 2026.

Playback singer Faheem Abdullah unveils his new song 'Aitbaar' from the film 'Chand Mera Dil'. The track, a heartbreak anthem, delves into the poignant emotion of holding on while sensing things slipping away.

Ananya Panday celebrated her 'Chand Mera Dil' co-star Lakshya's birthday with a heartfelt social media post, highlighting their on-screen chemistry and his personal journey. The upcoming film, directed by Vivek Soni and produced by Dharma Productions, is generating buzz with its fresh pairing and soulful title track. 'Chand Mera Dil' is set for a May 22 release.

In 'Chand Mera Dil,' Ananya Panday and Lakshya embark on a poignant journey of young love amidst the backdrop of campus life. The teaser provides a glimpse into their vibrant yet delicate relationship, as they navigate through the thrill of first love and the heartache that often follows.

Ananya Panday debuted a new fringe hairstyle, playfully questioning her Instagram activity post-makeover. Her mother and fans enthusiastically responded, loving her "active era." Panday, last seen in "Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri," has upcoming projects including "Chand Mera Dil" and "Call Me Bae Season 2."

Somen Mishra, the Head of Content at Dharma Productions, has raised concerns about writers not receiving acknowledgement for their work. He shared a video of Rohit Shetty acknowledging the writers of his upcoming series on Instagram.

Ibrahim Ali Khan’s birthday sparked warm wishes online as Kareena and Soha Ali Khan shared cute posts and family moments. Kareena’s traditional selfie and funny math quote charmed fans. Ibrahim, who debuted with 'Nadaaniyan' and later did 'Sarzameen', now prepares for sports drama Diler as his big theatrical launch.

Rajeev Khandelwal promotes 'Showtime', an epic saga directed by Mihir Desai and Archit Kumar. The drama explores the world of Bollywood, nepotism, and power struggles. It stars Emraan Hashmi, Naseeruddin Shah, Mahima Makwana, Rajeev Khandelwal, and Shriya Saran. Premiering on Disney+ Hotstar on March 8.

Emraan Hashmi promotes 'Showtime', a drama exploring Bollywood, nepotism, and power struggles. The show features Emraan Hashmi, Naseeruddin Shah, Mahima Makwana, Rajeev Khandelwal, Shriya Saran. It reveals the world of contemporary Bollywood and the industry's real-life inspirations.

Somen Mishra clarified that Alia Bhatt's casting in 'Jigra' was intentional despite the controversy that sparked off over a promotional interview, where the director claimed that he was 'unhappy' with Karan Johar for sending a rough draft of the film to Alia. Mishra emphasized that contrary to speculation, the team was eager to have Bhatt on-board the film to play the character Satya. 'Jigra' releases on October 11 with a Telugu version also planned.

Ibrahim Ali Khan is set to make his big-screen debut with Kunal Deshmukh's 'Diler,' expressing confidence in the experienced director's vision. Having learned from his previous OTT releases with debut directors, Ibrahim feels this film is a significant step, and he's asking audiences for another chance to prove his acting mettle.

Karan Johar thaks each and every member of his team from writers to technicians to marketing team as Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani hits 200 crores at the global box office.

Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor's 'Nadaaniyan' premieres on Netflix this Friday. A special screening was attended by Rekha, Soha Ali Khan, Kunal Kemmu, Suhana Khan, and Sara Ali Khan. The film explores modern love with a notable cast and promises drama and unexpected emotions.

The 5th Indian Screenwriters Conference, with the theme ‘Where the mind is without fear’ was inaugurated at Mumbai’s St Andrew’s Auditorium today. Vinod Dua was the keynote speaker for the inauguration ceremony of the three-day conference that aims to address various issues pertaining to screenwriters from cinema, television and the alternative platforms.

Vedang Raina reflects on the underperformance of his debut film 'Jigra' and speaks about the hard work involved in filmmaking. He discusses learning from the experience and remaining committed to improving his craft while appreciating the lessons and constructive criticism received.

'Call Me Bae' centers on Bella, a former heiress adapting to life as a hustler in Mumbai. Premiering on September 6 on Prime Video, the series, led by Ananya Panday, blends fashion and comedy, drawing from Western influences. Reviews praise Panday’s performance and the show's feel-good vibe.

Actor Sara Ali Khan on Monday said she is proud to portray a character that echoes "bravery and courage" in her upcoming Prime Video movie "Ae Watan Mere Watan".

Ananya Panday on Tuesday shared a sneak peek into her next project, 'Call Me Bae', as she is back for the shoot of the upcoming streaming series.

Filmmaker Karan Johar discussed the revival of theatrical Hindi films in 2023 and the shifting industry dynamics, noting that film preferences from the 1990s may not resonate with today's cinema-goers. Emphasizing the impact of outliers like '12th Fail,' a drama that surpassed expectations, Johar acknowledged the film's unexpected commercial success and praised its team, including veteran director Vinod Chopra. In an interview, Johar acknowledged the renewed love for theaters but recognized the enduring strength of the digital medium. He highlighted the celluloid-friendly nature of certain genres and commended '12th Fail' for navigating this landscape successfully. Johar also discussed the challenges of selling diverse genres theatrically and acknowledged recent criticism from Dharma Productions' creative head, somen mishra, aimed at '12th Fail' director Vidhu Vinod Chopra over writer crediting concerns. The evolving nature of audience preferences and the coexistence of theatrical and digital platforms underscored Johar's observations on the industry's transformation.

Ahead of the Cannes premiere of Homebound, starring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor, filmmaker Karan Johar has shared the first poster of the film.

To build anticipation for the trailer release, the makers of the comedy series Call Me Bae, starring Ananya Panday, unveiled new posters on Monday. Prime Video shared these posters on Instagram, introducing characters played by Vir Das, Varun Sood, Vihaan Samat, Gurfateh Singh Pirzada, Niharika Lyra Dutt, and Muskaan Jaaferi. The series, produced by Dharmatic Entertainment and directed by Collin D'Cunha, marks Ananya Panday's OTT debut and is set to release on September 6 on Prime Video. The trailer will drop on August 20.

Ananya Panday has made her OTT debut with the series 'Call Me Bae,' available on Amazon Prime Video since September 6. The show portrays her transformation from a rich heiress to a street-smart hustler. Ananya shared a video featuring her character's diverse outfits, which received enthusiastic responses from fans and celebrities.

The ace filmmaker Karan Johar who is renowned for his iconic romantic films, took to his Instagram to promote his latest project, 'Love Storiyaan', a six-part series delving into the love tales of six real-life couples.

Ananya Panday is riding high on the success of 'Dream Girl 2', which has minted Rs 100 crore at the box office. In an exclusive chat with ETimes, Ananya's stylist Meagan Concessio gives a low down on Ananya's style for the promotions of the movie.

Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor's Netflix film Nadaaniyan, which premiered today, faces heavy criticism for being 'unbearable' and prompts some viewers to consider canceling their subscriptions. However, a segment of the audience appreciates the lead cast’s performances, noting Khushi's improvement as an actress.

Bollywood stars attended 'Nadaaniyan's' special screening, including Rekha, Karan Johar, Soha Ali Khan, and Suhana Khan. Ibrahim Ali Khan showed respect to Rekha, while Janhvi Kapoor made a stylish solo appearance. The film premieres on Netflix on March 7, 2025, marking Ibrahim's debut alongside Khushi Kapoor.