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Universal Music Group has acquired a minority stake in Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment, in a deal aimed at strengthening global entertainment collaborations. The partnership, to be officially announced with Maharashtra’s chief minister present, will help UMG expand in India while allowing Excel to scale productions. Akhtar and Sidhwani will continue to hold creative control and majority ownership.
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Farhan Akhtar is in talks with actor Rajat Bedi to potentially replace Vikrant Massey in the upcoming Don 3 after a series of cast exits, including Ranveer Singh and Vikrant Massey.
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Farhan Akhtar has revealed that the dates for Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt, and Katrina Kaif have been finalised, clearing the way for the shoot of their upcoming film Jee Le Zaraa.
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Farhan Akhtar and Raashii Khanna’s war drama saw a major boost at the box office on Saturday, showing a sharp rise in collections. After a slow opening on November 21, the film is now gaining momentum and heading toward a promising weekend.
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Farhan Akhtar’s 120 Bahadur opened to positive reviews but recorded a modest Rs 2.35 crore on its first day, with occupancy peaking at 14.70% during night shows. The war drama, depicting the Battle of Rezang La and the bravery of Major Shaitan Singh Bhati.
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Raashi Khanna shared behind-the-scenes photos from 120 Bahadur, highlighting her on-screen camaraderie with Farhan Akhtar. She praised his professionalism, warmth, and humor, calling her experience on set both enjoyable and inspiring.
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The Delhi High Court has dismissed a petition seeking to stop the release of 120 Bahadur, clearing the way for the Farhan Akhtar film on the Battle of Rezang La to release on November 21 as scheduled.
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‘120 Bahadur’ brings back a forgotten chapter of incredible courage from the icy heights of Rezang La. It’s a deeply moving story of ordinary soldiers who stood their ground when the odds were stacked against them.
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Farhan Akhtar’s 120 Bahadur received high praise during a special screening attended by Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, PVSM, AVSM. The film, which depicts the bravery of 120 Indian soldiers during the 1962 Battle of Rezang La, impressed both the army officials and the audience with its heartfelt tribute.
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Ajinkya Deo reflects on his journey into 120 Bahadur, the harsh Ladakh shoot, and finding roles that match his evolution as an actor, revealing a phase of confidence, depth and creative alignment.
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The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Monday dismissed a plea seeking a title change for Farhan Akhtar’s war drama 120 Bahadur, questioning why the petitioners were “so sensitive about the name.”
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Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah has clarified that his past criticism of Farhan Akhtar’s performance in Bhaag Milkha Bhaag was exaggerated by the media. He emphasized that his comments were taken out of proportion.
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Farhan Akhtar has responded to Amitabh Bachchan’s remark about feeling like a “nausikhiya” on the Lakshya set, clarifying that he never intended to teach him acting.
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With excitement growing for Farhan Akhtar’s war drama 120 Bahadur, Rajasthan MLA Ravindra Singh Bhati has appealed to make the film tax-free.
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Hrithik Roshan praised the trailer of 120 Bahadur, the upcoming war epic from Excel Entertainment, on social media. He lauded Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani for their passion and grand vision.
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In a surprising turn of events, Farhan asks the titans, "Who was more popular among the ladies?" while Amitabh Bachchan and Javed Akhtar sit on the hot seat. Amitabh Bachchan and Javed Akhtar both burst out laughing at the question.
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Honey Irani’s driver, employed by filmmaker-actor Farhan Akhtar’s mother, has been arrested in Mumbai for allegedly misusing credit cards in a Rs 12 lakh fraud case. Police uncovered irregular fuel and maintenance transactions linked to Akhtar’s cards, leading to the driver’s arrest and an ongoing investigation into the financial scam.
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Amitabh Bachchan’s 83rd birthday will be celebrated on Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 with special guests Javed Akhtar and Farhan Akhtar joining the show.
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120 Bahadur teaser starring Farhan Akhtar highlights the bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers who fought in the 1962 Rezang La battle. The makers also paid tribute to Lata Mangeshkar by releasing teaser on her birth anniversary.
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Veteran actress Shabana Azmi celebrated her 75th birthday with a star-studded bash attended by Bollywood heavyweights including Madhuri Dixit, Vidya Balan, Rekha, and Urmila Matondkar.
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Ankit Siwach’s journey goes beyond his powerful on-screen roles. From unique passions to hidden talents, here are 10 lesser-known facts that showcase the actor’s versatility and depth beyond acting.
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Farhan Akhtar is set to make a powerful comeback with 120 Bahadur, where he steps into the role of Param Vir Chakra awardee Major Shaitan Singh Bhati. The war-drama is among the most anticipated films of 2025.
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Farhan Akhtar has now spoken out about the much-discussed fate of Jee Le Zaraa, the eagerly awaited film first announced in 2021 with Alia Bhatt, Priyanka Chopra, and Katrina Kaif headlining the cast.
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Farhan Akhtar wished wife Shibani Dandekar with a heartfelt Instagram post, while celebs like Farah Khan and Chunky Pandey joined in with wishes.
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The legendary Bollywood film Sholay turns 50 on August 15, marking a landmark moment in cinema history. Notably, its iconic ending—Gabbar Singh’s arrest—was not the climax originally written by Salim–Javed.
