Sajid Samji

Singer-composer Sanju Rathod experimented with folk-reggae sounds for his latest track 'Bangles,' facing challenges in shortening lyrics and shooting in extreme heat. He collaborated with his brother G Spark, actor Isha, and choreographer-director duo Piyush and Shazia, who brought unique elements to the project, enhancing the music and visuals.

Filmmaker sajid samji of the popular writer-director duo Sajid-Farhad, is all set to make his solo debut as he announced his first solo film ‘Hari Up’. Helmed by Sajid, the film is presented by Tips Industries, Bay Films and Prerna V Arora.

Two years later, the duo went on to helm 'Housefull 3', also headlined by Akshay.

Abhishek Bachchan is known for doing some masti-mazaak while filming. On the first day of 'Housefull 3' shoot, he pulled a fast one on directors Farhad-Sajid, much to their surprise.

Director-writer duo Sajid-Farhad refute rumours of split between them and filmmaker Rohit Shetty

The actress took to her Instagram account to write a sweet post for her team.

sajid samji, one half of the writer-filmmaker duo Sajid-Farhad whose last directorial outing, Housefull 3, released recently, may soon have to launch his daughter, Shazia, a dancer and budding choreographer who's currently busting out quite the moves on Remo D'Souza's reality TV show, Dance Plus 2, and has made it to the top 12. "I wanted to be on TV the moment I turned 19. It was also my dadi's dream so when I got to know about the Dance Plus auditions I sent across my video," she told Mirror.

Rajinikanth’s daughter Aishwarya has collaborated with producer Prernaa Arora and Tips for a new music video. Speaking to ETimes Prernaa Arora said, “The song will be shot down South around January 15, keeping in mind COVID protocols, to be followed during the shoot of the video.”

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Telugu actor Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas is set to make his Bollywood debut with the Hindi remake of SS. Rajamouli and Prabhas’s superhit film ‘Chatrapathi and an interesting peice of news is that the makers of the film have roped in Bollywood beauty Nushrratt Bharuccha to play the female lead in the film.

In December producer Sajid Nadiadwala told Mirror that he is ready with the script of Housefull 3.

Sunny Singh revealed that there will be ‘Pyaar Ka Punchnama 3’ and ‘Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety’ sequel. He reportedly said that director Luv Ranjan has something in his mind though timelines have yet to be decided.

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Starring Akshay Kumar and Riteish Deshmukh along with other actors, the film is all set to be released during Diwali in 2024.

If the 'Hinglish' of Ajay Devgn in 'Bol Bachchan' or the crocodile biting John Abraham in 'Housefull 2' could tickle the funny bone of the audience, then that's the USP of brothers Sajid and Farhad Samji.

Producer Sajid Nadiadwala has released an official statement regarding the casting of 'Housefull 5', asking media houses to refrain from making premature announcements. The film, starring Akshay Kumar and Riteish Deshmukh, is set to be released during Diwali in 2024. 'Housefull 5' is the first Indian franchise film to have five installments, with the first part released in 2010. The subsequent sequels were also successful, with different directors helming each film.

Superstar Suresh Gopi's next 'Mei Hoom Moosa' has locked its release date.

Malaika Arora has made her OTT debut with 'Moving In With Malaika' which just started streaming from December 5

Tiger Shroff wishes producer Sajid Nadiadwala a happy birthday and shares a still from 'Baaghi 3' sets on Instagram. The film features Ahmed Khan, Shraddha Kapoor, Riteish Deshmukh, Ankita Lokhande, Jackie Shroff, and is produced by Fox Star Studios India. Sajid's upcoming projects include 'Housefull 5' starring Akshay Kumar and Kartik Aaryan.

The third installment of Sajid Nadiadwala’s 'Baaghi' franchise will kick off with the actor taking over a city or carrying the battle into a desert

Ever since the trio of Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2—Kartik Aaryan, Nushrratt Bharuccha and Sunny Singh—reunited for another romcom, Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, speculations have been rife about taking both the franchises forward.

The anticipation for 'Housefull 5' is sky-high as the star-studded cast, including Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, and Jacqueline Fernandez, wraps up the film's final schedule. Nadiadwala Grandson shared a group photo showcasing their glamorous looks, with the film set to release on June 6, 2025. Directed by Tarun Mansukhani, this fifth instalment marks a milestone as Indian cinema's first franchise with five parts, continuing its legacy of laughter.

It has been four years since Golmaal 3 and on every occasion,director Rohit Shetty continues to be quizzed on when we can expect Part 4. He has always laughed off the query saying he has to get a script first. Well, seems the wait will end soon.

Taking to X, Sajid Nadiadwala's production Nadiadwala and Grandsons released an official statement, which read, "There are many speculations doing rounds about the star cast in 'Housefull 5', we kindly request media houses to please refrain from making any premature announcements at this stage." Starring Akshay Kumar and Riteish Deshmukh along with other actors, the film is all set to be released during Diwali in 2024. In June this year, Akshay announced the fifth instalment of his hit comedy franchise 'Housefull'.

Akshay Kumar, known for his acting prowess, is an inspiration for fitness enthusiasts. He shares fitness videos and uses a Mudgal to build boulder shoulders and strong grip. He swings a 6.5Kg traditional Indian wooden club, inspired by his father. Akshay also announced 'Housefull 5', the first-ever Indian Cinema franchise with five installments, directed by Tarun Mansukhani and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala. Rakul Preet Singh wishes her parents on their anniversary, expressing gratitude for their belief in love.

The actor, in his chat with Bombay Times during the lockdown, had spoken about missing his family and penning his life story

The festival of lights next year promises plenty of fireworks for moviegoers as a clutch of much-awaited Bollywood films are lined up for release around that time. Bollywood has seen several big box office clashes and moviegoers are set for another mega clash between Akshay Kumar's 'Housefull 5' and Kartik Aaryan's 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3'.

Farhad Samji on fourth 'Housefull' film, taking over directorial reins from Sajid Khan and why it’s imperative to meet Akshay Kumar’s expectations

With masala entertainers, replete with juicy one-liners, gradually making their way back to cinemas, Bombay Times walked down memory lane to check out some of the most memorable dialgoues used in Hindi films in the last two decades. We even got an expert to pick his favourite dialogues in Hindi films over the last two decades. Read on...