Nikhil Bhat

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Sunny Deol and Nikhil Bhat’s actioner titled ‘Parshuram’; replaces tentative title ‘Lakhan’ - Reports

etimes.in / Apr 21, 2026, 15:03 (IST)

Sunny Deol and Kill director Nikhil Nagesh Bhat's action film shifts from Lakhan to Parshuram, better suiting its epic scale. Shooting starts October; official announcement soon. Deol's slate: Gabru, Lahore 1947 (Aug 2026, Aamir Khan prod.), and Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana.

'Ghajini' producer Madhu Mantena and wife Ira Trivedi welcome baby boy

etimes.in / Mar 22, 2026, 15:45 (IST)

Producer Madhu Mantena and his wife Ira Trivedi welcomed their first child, a baby boy, on March 22nd. The couple, who announced their pregnancy on Makar Sankranti, is reportedly overjoyed. This happy news follows days of anticipation for the family.

'Kill' director Nikhil Bhat to make Hollywood debut; casting top stars for action film, shoot starts in 2026

etimes.in / Aug 29, 2025, 08:16 (IST)

Nikhil Bhat, celebrated for his action thriller 'Kill,' is set to make his Hollywood debut with a global action film backed by Universal Studios. Currently in the scripting phase, the project aims to feature top Hollywood stars, with discussions already underway to secure a stellar cast. Shooting is anticipated to commence in 2026, following the completion of casting.

Director Nikhil Bhat clarifies that 'Kill' doesn't glorify violence

etimes.in / Jul 05, 2024, 08:39 (IST)

The film 'Kill,' known for its intense action and bloodshed, has been touted as "the most violent film made out of India," sparking debate. Director Nikhil Bhat asserts the film does not glorify violence but portrays its harrowing consequences. Inspired by a personal experience, Bhat emphasizes themes of pain, loss, and justice in this raw, visceral action movie.

Ram Gopal Varma showers praise on Lakshya starrer 'Kill'; calls it a 'Killlller Film' - See post

etimes.in / Jul 08, 2024, 21:35 (IST)

Director Nikhil Bhat's action film 'Kill' has garnered praise from celebrities like Vicky Kaushal and Arjun Kapoor. The movie, produced by Karan Johar, has been well-received by cinegoers and is making waves at the box office. 'Kill' showcases a thrilling story of Indian Army commandos on a mission to save a loved one.

Orange buckets quench thirsts, one dog at a time

TNN / Dec 02, 2014, 02:00 (IST)

Every Tuesday morning, Nikhil Bhat, a young man in his 20s, rides around the streets in Gogol, Margao, looking for thirsty dogs

Nikhil Bhat recalls real-life incident that inspired him to make 'Kill'

ANI / Jul 14, 2024, 01:30 (IST)

Nikhil Bhat's 'Kill,' inspired by a 1994-95 incident, stars Lakshya and Raghav Juyal, produced by Karan Johar. It premiered at TIFF 2023's Midnight Madness and Tribeca, following commando Amrit saving Tulika on a train. A remake by Lionsgate and 87Eleven will be produced by Chad Stahelski, Jason Spitz, and Alex Young.

This story doesn’t need stars: Nikhil

TNN / Apr 05, 2010, 00:00 (IST)

Nikhil Bhat hopes that his directorial debut, Saluun, will bag the Remi Award.....

Those with 95 & above may get CS, IT seats in good colleges: Experts

Jun 13, 2023, 08:40 (IST)

Tara Sutaria to star in thriller film 'Apurva'

PTI / Jul 18, 2022, 12:34 (IST)

Actor Tara Sutaria will be headlining the upcoming thriller movie 'Apurva', as announced on Monday.

Karan Johar pays tribute to his 'all-time favorite' Rishi Kapoor with a touching video from 'Student of the Year'

etimes.in / Aug 09, 2024, 19:08 (IST)

India mourned the passing of Rishi Kapoor on April 30, 2020. Karan Johar honored the veteran actor on Instagram, sharing a scene from 'Student of the Year'. Johar expressed his admiration, calling Kapoor his all-time favorite. Kapoor's career spanned nearly fifty years and he married actress Neetu Singh in 1980. Johar also announced a new directorial project.

Ex-GDA engineers suspended for Rs 24 crore cable fraud

TNN / Jul 01, 2015, 06:17 (IST)

The state's department of housing and urban planning suspended six engineers formerly with the Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) on Tuesday for allegedly embezzling Rs 24 crore that was allocated for underground cabling in Indirapuram.

What makes screen adaptations of video games click?

TNN / Oct 10, 2025, 16:40 (IST)

Global demand for video game adaptations is booming, with major studios like Activision and Legendary Pictures entering the fray. While Hollywood churns out hits like 'The Last of Us' and 'Fallout,' the Indian film industry lags behind. Experts ponder the reasons for this gap, despite India's massive OTT market and universal themes in gaming.

Indian 'Mela' attracts thousands in NJ

Oct 21, 2004, 13:54 (IST)

The Indo-American Fair 2004 aimed at endorsing and rekindling the magic of the Indian heritage and culture.

Bengaluru Metro's Yellow Line woes: 25-minute train gaps; commuters hit with Rs 50 overstay penalty; calls grow to scrap fine

TNN / Aug 14, 2025, 05:57 (IST)

Commuters on Bengaluru's Namma Metro Yellow Line are facing a frustrating situation due to long wait times and overcrowded trains. Passengers are being penalized for overstaying at stations, even when trains are delayed or too full to board. This has led to criticism of BMRCL's policy, with calls for the penalty to be suspended until train frequency improves.

Americans watch Soumitrada's films: San

TNN / Apr 21, 2010, 00:00 (IST)

Beating Demi Moore's The Joneses, San Banarje's Kolkata-based Bodhisattva starring Soumitra Chatterjee and Trisha Jhim Ray wins the Platinum Remi at the Houston Worldfest!

Small budget, big impact: Industry experts share their insight on what’s redefining Bollywood's box office success - ETimes Exclusive!

etimes.in / Jul 30, 2024, 16:09 (IST)

Bollywood's evolving box office success highlights the rise of small-budget films with strong narratives. Industry experts and filmmakers emphasize that content rules over star power. Decade-old movies like ‘Vicky Donor,’ ‘Kahaani,’ and recent hits like 'Bad Newz', 'Kill,' and ‘12th Fail’ showcase how authentic storytelling captivates audiences and garners commercial success, changing industry dynamics.