Joining the boys’ club
Akshay Kumar, Saiyami Kher, and Saif Ali Khan
Filmmaker Priyadarshan has confirmed that Malayalam superstar Mohanlal will make a cameo in his upcoming Hindi film Haiwaan, starring Akshay Kumar, Saiyami Kher, and Saif Ali Khan. In a recent interview, the director shared that Mohanlal will be in the film. However, he did not reveal details about the superstar’s character in the movie. He stressed that his projects are always story-driven, not actor-driven, so this project will be no different. The filmmaker has helmed around 95 film, and he stated that he has ‘no plan’ for his 100th film yet, but that it’s ‘definitely’ going to be with Mohanlal. Haiwaan, said to be an adaptation of Mohanlal’s 2016 thriller Oppam. Haiwaan is slated for a 2026 theatrical release.
Postcards from Poland
Suhana Khan (L), and Shah Rukh Khan (R) on the set of ‘King’ in Poland
Behind-the-scenes images from the set of King have surfaced, showing Shah Rukh Khan embracing strong Jawan-style aesthetics — salt-and-pepper hair, a grey beard, a hat and layered outfits. The film, which also introduces his daughter Suhana Khan on the big screen, shows her in a sharp, action-ready ensemble: a brown tank top teamed with beige cargo trousers. Abhishek Bachchan appears alongside the pair, sporting his own salt-and-peppered look. King boasts a star-studded cast including Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukerji and Jaideep Ahlawat, among others. The leaked snapshots have sent fans into a frenzy, raising expectations for the film’s 2026 release.
(L-R) Shah Rukh Khan and Suhana Khan
The mesmerising fragrance of The Lunchbox
Irrfan Khan in a still from ‘The Lunchbox’
Filmmaker Ritesh Batra’s acclaimed film The Lunchbox (2013), starring Irrfan Khan and Nimrat Kaur, completes 12 years on September 20. To mark the occasion, Nimrat shared nostalgic pictures and clips on social media, along with a heartfelt note. “Twelve years ago today, Ila’s lunchbox carried not just her food, but a piece of my heart to you all. Thank you for letting our little film with a big heart only taste better and better with the fullness of time,” she wrote. Released in 2013, the film became a global favourite for its subtle storytelling on love, loneliness and human connection, earning praise at festivals like Cannes and Toronto, and a BAFTA nomination in 2015.
Nimrat Kaur
Bring back ‘Rangeela’
(L-R) Ram Gopal Varma and Aamir Khan
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently shared a candid photo with Aamir Khan on X, dubbing him his “Rangeela man,” sparking a flurry of excitement among fans. The post, celebrating the 30th anniversary of Rangeela (1995), reignited nostalgia, with netizens demanding Rangeela 2. Aamir recently reflected on reprising his role as Munna, admitting the challenge of capturing the same youthful energy at 60. “If I could, at this age, that would be a huge achievement. But innocence and energy change as you grow older,” he said. Fans remain hopeful for a new collaboration between the superstar and RGV, eager for a sequel that honours the original’s charm and legacy.
