This article reports the confirmation that director Rajkumar Hirani has finalised the screenplay for the much-anticipated sequel to the 2009 blockbuster, 3 Idiots.

he latest rankings for the ‘Most Popular Indian Actors and Directors’ are out, and the actors’ category is dominated by the stars of Saiyaara. Ahaan Panday has claimed the top spot, with co-star Aneet Padda securing second place. The list also highlights industry heavyweights such as Aamir Khan and Ishaan Khatter, making this year’s lineup more competitive than ever.

Actor Aamir Khan expressed concern over the industry's increasing focus on box office earnings, stating it is "unfortunate" that films are now primarily compared based on their numerical success rather than their creative merit or audience reception, calling for greater financial transparency in the film industry.

Choreographer and filmmaker Ahmed Khan recounted his breakthrough moment with Ram Gopal Varma's 1995 film Rangeela, revealing his astonishment when he received a paycheck of approximately Rs 1.5 lakh—a salary equivalent to the highest-paid choreographer at the time—for his debut independent assignment.

Rajkumar Santoshi’s long-delayed film Lahore 1947 produced by Aamir Khan, may release under a new title due to political sensitivities, though Santoshi firmly opposes the change.

Zaira Wasim, one of the most celebrated actresses in the film industry with a devoted fan following, has surprised everyone by announcing that she is now married.