Bollywood is abuzz with a slew of exciting updates on upcoming films and surprising casting news. From major release date announcements to intriguing teasers and persistent rumors, here's a rundown of the latest happenings in the Indian film industry.
| Bollywood Buzz: SRK's "King" Release, Salman Khan Rumors, and Exciting Teasers |
Shahrukh Khan's "King" Set for Christmas 2026 Release
Shahrukh Khan's highly anticipated film, "King," has officially announced its release date: December 24, 2026. This action-packed movie will see SRK in a powerful new avatar, with reports indicating a shirtless fight scene in the climax requiring body transformation for both Khan and Abhishek Bachchan. Adding to the intrigue, Anil Kapoor is set to appear in a never-before-seen bald look, stirring considerable excitement among fans. The film is expected to clash with "Madock Horror Universe's" next installment, "Shaktishalini," and "Avengers: Doomsday," which is slated for December 18.
Salman Khan in "Pushpa 3" Rumors & "Battle of Galwan" Song Release
Recent baseless rumors have circulated about Salman Khan joining "Pushpa 3" as a billionaire mastermind named Sultan. While these rumors remain unconfirmed, Salman Khan's first song, "Matrubhumi," from his upcoming movie "Battle of Galwan," has been released. The song, featuring Himesh Reshammiya's music and Arijit Singh's vocals, aims to evoke patriotic sentiments, particularly with Republic Day approaching.
"Border 2" Box Office Success and "Dhurandhar 2" Teaser Update
"Border 2" has performed well at the box office, earning ₹30 crore on its opening day. Despite being banned in Gulf countries, similar to "Dhurandhar," the film is expected to continue its strong performance, especially over the Republic Day weekend. Meanwhile, director Aditya Dhar has confirmed that the teaser for "Dhurandhar 2" will be released in "a few days," with some speculating a January 26 release and a full trailer on March 5. Contrary to rumors, Vicky Kaushal will not be reprising his "Uri" character in "Dhurandhar 2." Additionally, an uncut version of "Dhurandhar" is rumored to be released on Netflix from January 30.
"Jana Nayagan" Faces Court Delays, Awaiting Release
Thalapathy Vijay's final movie, "Jana Nayagan," continues to face legal hurdles, preventing its theatrical release. A final judgment regarding its CBFC certification is expected on January 27. If all goes well, the film could potentially hit theaters on February 6 or February 13, though a new trailer and promotional push may be needed to regenerate audience hype after the prolonged delays.
Other Notable Updates:
"He-Man: The Master of the Universe" Teaser: A live-action movie based on the classic cartoon, "He-Man: The Master of the Universe," has released its nostalgic teaser, generating excitement for its June 5 release.
Jason Momoa's "Supergirl" First Look: James Gunn has unveiled Jason Momoa's first look as Lobo, an anti-hero character, in the upcoming "Supergirl" movie.
"Dhindhora 2" Confirmed: Bhuvan Bam has confirmed that "Dhindhora" Season 2 is coming soon, delighting fans.
Akshay Kumar's New Project: Akshay Kumar has reportedly started shooting for an action-comedy film with Anees Bazmee, co-starring Vidya Balan as his wife and Raashi Khanna as his ex-girlfriend. He will play an ex-police officer who rejoins his ex-girlfriend for an urgent case.
"Salaar 2" Teaser Rumors Debunked: Reports suggesting a January 26 teaser release for Prabhas's "Salaar 2" have been dismissed as rumors.