The makers of “Bhool Chuk Maaf”, which was initially slated to hit the screens on May 9, announced on Thursday that the film will now release digitally on Prime Video on May 16, in “light of recent events and the heightened security drills across the nation.”

The news of the film’s postponement, starring Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi comes a day after the Indian Air Force targeted the terrorists' sites without crossing the Pakistan airspace.

Maddock Films on Thursday make the announcement on Instagram.

“In light of recent events and the heightened security drills across the nation, we at Maddock Films and Amazon MGM Studios have decided to bring our family entertainer, Bhool Chuk Maaf, directly to your homes on May 16-only on Prime Video, worldwide. While we were eagerly looking forward to celebrating this film with you in theaters, the spirit of the nation comes first.

Stars Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla and Sonali Bendre’s 1998 blockbuster “Duplicate” completed 27 years in Hindi cinema, and Karan Johar’s production banner is celebrating the moment.

KJo’s banner Dharma movies took to Instagram and shared a flurry of nostalgic and exciting glimpses from the film. Among the highlights was a vibrant still from the song "Mere Mehboob Mere Sanam", capturing the dazzling trio in full swing. It also had a heartwarming glimpse of veteran actress Farida Jalal, sparking memories of classic Bollywood charm. It also had a playful shot of Shah Rukh Khan alongside his uncanny “duplicate”.

“The only ‘duplicate’ that’s truly original! Celebrating #27YearsOfDuplicate #Duplicate @karanjohar @adarpoonawalla @apoorva1972 @iamsrk @iamjuhichawla @iamsonalibendre @maheshfilm,” the caption read.

"Bhool Chuk Maaf" director Karan Sharma spoke about the value that National Award-winner Rajkummar Rao and actress Wamiqa Gabbi brought to the romantic-comedy, enhancing the film even further.

Asked what according to him did the two actors bring that added more value to “Bhool Chuk Maaf”, Karan Sharma told: “When I wrote the story, what I made was the base and the layers and other things were added by them. It’s a collaboration between the director, actor and all the team.”

He added: “When they come together and focus on that same thing, it comes out even better. For one person saying that I have done it doesn’t work. If they had not put their efforts then it wouldn’t have happened.”

“Bhool Chuk Maaf follows a small-town romantic boy named Ranjan from Banaras,who lands a government job to marry Titli but forgets his vow to Lord Shiva-only to be trapped in a time-loop until he fulfills his promise.

Singer-music composer Akhil Sachdeva has said that he creates music purely out of love and passion, not with a specific platform or medium in mind. He believes in making timeless melodies guided by emotion, honesty, and continuous learning through experimentation.

Asked when composing a song, how does he decide which stories are meant for film versus his independent music, Akhil told: “For me, I don't know about others, but I will talk about myself. I don't intend to make music for films or for OTT or for independent releases. I don't decide while making the song based on any of these things.”

He added: “I make songs for the love of the song, for the pure purpose of making or creating something beautiful, which lasts forever, which lasts longer. That's why my melodies have that value that stays with you for a longer, longer time and it will never fade away. That's pretty simple as I say. That's how I approach it and I don't differentiate between which medium it's coming from.”

Choreographer-dancer Lauren Gottlieb, who made her debut in Hindi cinema in 2013 with “ABCD: Any Body Can Dance,” said that entering Bollywood was a steep learning curve because she was unprepared for the industry's unique pace, expectations, and culture.

Asked what’s one lesson the industry taught her that no one prepared her for, Lauren told: “If I take Bollywood specifically, I’d say the biggest lesson was realizing just how much I didn’t know going in.”

“The inexperience—not just in performing, but in understanding how the industry and India itself worked—was a real wake-up call. I didn’t know who was who, how the timelines worked, what was expected, or where to push versus where to hold back,” she added.

The actress further added: “The hours are long, shoots can stretch way beyond the scheduled time, and there’s just a whole rhythm to it that’s very different from other industries.”

Actor Vivek Oberoi has said that the recently conducted ‘Operation Sindoor’ by Indian forces, at terror camps in Pakistan, was a careful and precise operation against terror.

The actor, who has essayed PM Modi in the biopic ‘PM Narendra Modi’, took to his X, formerly Twitter, and penned a long note, as he lavished praise on the Indian forces for their acute sense of precision.

He wrote, “Terror shall not prevail, India's spirit and power shall keep rising to reclaim the light and ensure such darkness never again stains our sacred soil. The world must stand united against the evil of terror. Let’s not fall prey to propaganda that tries to divide us, this is not a war against any religion or nation, it’s a war against terror”.

TV actress Hina Khan has embarked on what she describes as a “much-needed and highly exciting” journey to South Korea.

This marks her first-ever visit to the vibrant and culturally rich Korean Peninsula. The 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai' actress took to social media to share her excitement about exploring the popular sights of Seoul, one of Asia’s most dynamic cities. Expressing her gratitude, Hina extended a heartfelt thanks to the Korea Tourism Organization India for hosting her and helping shape what promises to be a memorable experience.

She also acknowledged the warm hospitality of Cathay Pacific, praising the airline for their kindness and care during her travels. On Wednesday, Hina Khan took to her Instagram handle and shared a series of photos and videos from her journey, capturing candid moments from the flight — including glimpses of her in-flight meals, cozy travel vibes, and warm hospitality.

Director-writer Anees Bazmee, who recently helmed ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’, is celebrating 35 years of his film 'Swarg'.

On Wednesday, he shared the poster of ‘Swarg’ which marked his debut in Hindi cinema. Anees penned the script of the film, which starred Rajesh Khanna and Govinda.

He also penned a note in the caption, as he wrote, “On the 35th anniversary of Swarg, I’m overwhelmed with gratitude! As a writer, the very first film marked a turning point in my career. The love and appreciation I received from everyone meant the world to me. When they said ‘the writer had arrived’, Since then, I’ve been fortunate to write for many talented filmmakers #35yearsofswarg”.

Meanwhile, ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ turned out to be one of the biggest hits of 2024 with Kartik Aaryan clinching the IIFA trophy for Best Actor (Male) for his work in the superhit horror-comedy franchise.

Actor-producer Jackky Bhagnani marked World Athletics Day by sharing his enthusiasm for pickleball, a sport he says keeps him both active and mentally refreshed.

Opening up about his love for the game, the actor highlighted its fast pace, accessibility, and ability to bring people together, making it his go-to choice for fitness and fun. Jackky shared, “Staying active is non-negotiable for me and so apart from dedicated gym and Yoga sessions, I also make time for some sporting activity. I used to play tennis in school and college, and these days, I really enjoy pickleball because it feels like a contemporary, compact version of tennis. It has an addictive energy and is easy enough to be taken up by anyone. It offers great enjoyment, is a fun social activity and is also great for fitness.”

Pulkit Samrat is gearing up for his upcoming project, “Glory,” and he’s taking his fitness journey to the next level.

Taking to Instagram, the actor shared that he is “training in silence” to get into “beast mode” for his role, showcasing his dedication and commitment to his craft. Pulkit posted a couple of his monochrome photos boxing at the gym, giving a glimpse into his intense training routine for his upcoming actioner, where he plays a boxer. The images showcase his dedication to getting into top shape for the role, with Pulkit visibly focused as he sharpens his skills.

In the images, the ‘Fukrey’ actor proudly flaunts his biceps as he trains, showcasing his intense workout routine. The actor’s impressive physique is on full display as he gears up for his role as a boxer in the upcoming film “Glory.”

Sharing his photos, Samrat wrote, “Training in silence so the punches speak loud!! What’s your soundtrack for beast mode? Suggest some kickass workout music..#PulFit #PulkitsWeighOfLife #glory.” The actor also added the song "Flex Up" by Lil Yachty to the photos.