A source told Pinkvilla that the film aims to unite “two real action heroes”, adding that their pairing is long awaited. The film is expected to go on floors in February, with extensive stunt choreography currently in preparation.
No quick fixes
Bhumi Pednekar
Actor Bhumi Pednekar has addressed persistent rumours linking her weight loss to Ozempic, clarifying that her transformation was achieved naturally. Speaking on Soha Ali Khan’s podcast All About Her, Bhumi dismissed the speculation, saying she lost “40 kgs and more without shortcuts”. The actor also shared how some even asked her point-blank if she’d had her ribs removed. The actor emphasised that her journey involved years of discipline, consistent workouts, and mindful eating, adding that such rumours diminish genuine hard work. urged people to stop promoting quick-fix narratives around fitness, stating that assumptions about medical aids can be misleading and unfair to those committed to long-term health and fitness goals.
The weight of his voice
Sharad Kelkar
Actor Sharad Kelkar says his commanding voice sometimes comes as a disadvantage as he is not considered for common man roles by filmmakers. The actor has lent his voice to Prabhas in the superhit Baahubali franchise, Adipurush (2023) and Salaar (2023), among others. “People think that my voice is my biggest asset, I don’t think so. It’s a disadvantage for you because [there are] few characters people can’t offer. Like, if they want to offer me a simple guy, they are pretty hesitant to offer me, he told told PTI in an interview.
Theatres ka haal
Emraan Hashmi
Actor Emraan Hashmi says the state of theatrical business is worrisome as audiences are turning up to watch only event films and not the mid-size movies, which is why he has become selective with the films he wants to do. Emraan had two theatrical releases, Ground Zero and Haq, in 2025. “The thing is, it has become extremely difficult for theatrical films to put stuff out there. There is a lot of stuff that you feel should go on OTT because it is concept-driven,” the actor told PTI.