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A leaked clip from 'Shakti Shalini' shows Aneet Padda in a surprising schoolgirl avatar, a stark contrast to her previously teased powerful character. Filming in Gwalior, the horror-comedy, part of Maddock's universe, features Padda in a de-glam look. The film's release date is being adjusted to avoid a clash with Shah Rukh Khan's 'King'.

Matka King (Nagraj Manjule) premiered April 17 on Prime Video, starring Vijay Varma. Aamir Khan: loved Ratan Khatri role, will watch post-Ek Din. Ramesh Taurani, Vicky Kaushal rave too. 1964-75 Matka gambling saga.

Friday's OTT hits (Apr 17, 2026): 'Matka King', 'Assi', 'Roommates', 'Ustaad Bhagat Singh', 'The Bride!', Alpha Males S5.

Huma Qureshi, prepping for Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, recalls her Gangs of Wasseypur debut. At Farah Khan's party, Ed Sheeran praised the film as "cool" after she recommended it for Hindi flair. The Kashyap-directed saga won awards; Huma joins Yash in Toxic, out June 4.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inspected the initial phase of the Patna-Bettiah Expressway, a crucial 164-km greenfield project. The expressway aims to halve travel time to West Champaran to three hours, boosting economic development in North Bihar. The first section is slated for completion by April 2027, with the entire project expected by 2027-2028.

A sudden spell of rain in Gorakhpur brought a significant temperature drop of 8-10 degrees Celsius, impacting daily life and causing damage to standing crops like wheat. Meteorologists predict similar cool, windy conditions to persist through Thursday due to a western disturbance and cyclonic circulation. The weather is expected to improve from Friday.

Vijay Varma steps into the role of Brij Bhatti in the highly anticipated web series 'Matka King,' which unfolds in the vibrant backdrop of 1960s Bombay. The freshly released trailer gives a glimpse into Bhatti's gripping journey from a humble laborer to a formidable gambling kingpin, delving into the depths of the underworld amidst the era’s societal changes. Read on to know more in detail.

A shocking incident unfolded at a private hospital in Saran, Bihar, where an 11-year-old girl was allegedly assaulted by a compounder. The accused, Monu Kumar, was apprehended by police shortly after the crime. Authorities have sealed the hospital for evidence collection and initiated a swift investigation under stringent laws, including the Pocso Act, promising a speedy trial.

Actor Vijay Varma marked his 40th birthday with an intimate terrace celebration, sharing glimpses of his dance moves and cake-cutting. Despite it being a working birthday, he expressed gratitude for the wishes. The teaser for his upcoming drama, 'Matka King,' set in 1960s Bombay, was also unveiled, showcasing his role as a cotton trader who revolutionizes a gambling system.

Viineet Kumar Singh is set to star as the lead antagonist in the upcoming horror-comedy 'Shakti Shalini', the sixth installment in the Maddock Horror Universe. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, the film has reportedly begun shooting. Aneet Padda and Vishal Jethwa reunite after 'Salaam Venky'.