Anil Kapoor reveals he turned down cameo in Dhurandhar: The Revenge: “It’s my loss, but…”

Veteran actor Anil Kapoor recently revealed that he was approached for a cameo in Dhurandhar: The Revenge but had to decline the offer due to prior professional commitments.

The film is the sequel to Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar, which released on December 5, 2025 and went on to emerge as a major box office success. The scale of the first installment and its ensemble cast have contributed significantly to the anticipation surrounding the sequel.

Speaking at the India Today Conclave, Kapoor shared that Dhar had approached him for a small role in the upcoming film. However, the actor said he had already committed his dates to another filmmaker.

“Yes, Aditya came to me for Dhurandhar 2. He wanted me to do a small cameo in the film. But the reason I am what I am today is because of my professionalism and my commitment. That’s very important—only talent cannot make you what you are,” Kapoor said.

Explaining why he declined the role, the 69-year-old actor added, “At that time, I had already committed those dates to another filmmaker. I told Aditya, ‘I would have loved to do this cameo, but I’m already committed.’ He is releasing the film now, and it’s a fantastic film. It’s my loss, but it’s okay. So yes, he did offer me the role, and hopefully we will work together in the future.”

Following his revelation, social media users began speculating whether Kapoor had been approached to play the mysterious character ‘Bade Sahab’, whose identity is expected to be revealed in the sequel. There have also been rumours about Emraan Hashmi being linked to the role, though the makers have not confirmed any details.

Dhurandhar: The Revenge features an ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal and Akshaye Khanna. The film is scheduled to hit theatres on March 19, 2026.

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Sara Arjun vs Ranveer Singh? Dhurandhar 2 fans theory goes VIRAL; know everything about DARK twist

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is in discussion even before its release. The film is set to hit the theatres on March 19, and its trailer has given rise to several theories among fans. The trailer shows Jaskirat Singh Rangi, aka Hamza Ali Mazari, killing Sher-e-Baloch Rehman dacoit in Lyari. This scene took the audience by surprise. At the same time, fans are discussing this scene in which Sara Arjun's character, Yalina Jamali, is seen putting a pistol to the head of an unknown person. Many are speculating whether this person is Hamza, who is also Yalina's husband.

Dhurandhar 2 has a major plot twist?

The song 'Gahar Hua' sung by Arijit Singh gives a big hint of the film's story. Lyrics like "Teri mohabbat mein jalna bhi hai," hint at an emotional and mental struggle for Hamza. The song indicates that Hamza may even have to sacrifice something of value to Yalina. At the same time, words like "Aur tujhse bachke hi chalna bhi hai" show that Yalina is not just innocent, but alert and cunning.

Will Yalina reveal Hamza's truth?

Some of the song's other lyrics, such as "Tu chaand hai ek dhadakta hua, chori se mujhko hi takta hua," indicate that Yalina keeps an eye on Hamza while he's closest to her. This shows that she can uncover Hamza's true identity at some point in the story. The scene where she raises a pistol at the man in the trailer further strengthens this theory. Fans are speculating that she might end up killing Hamza before he can kill her father.

What is the importance of Sara Arjun's character, Yalina?

The character of Yalina is very important in the story of the film. She can reveal Hamza's true identity, completely changing the course of the story. Her sharp mind shows that she can influence the story herself. Hamza has to be careful while near Yalina, as he can be deceived by seeing her innocent face.

All about Dhurandhar 2

Dhurandhar 2 depicted the mysterious events and suspense of the first part, which are going to open in this second part. Paid previews of the film have already started on March 18, and audiences across the country are excited to watch it. The film is releasing on March 19. Sara Arjun's character of Yalina and her relationship with Hamza are said to be the biggest highlights of the film. Fans are eagerly waiting for the character and plot of the film.



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The Kerala Story 2 Box Office collection day 15: Vipul Shah's film maintains STRONG hold, crosses Rs…; but still FAILS to beat Thaai Kizhavi

The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond has completed two weeks at the box office. On the third Friday, which is on the 15th day, the film's earnings saw a slight decline. According to reports, the film collected around Rs 1.44 crore on this day, which is considered to be the lowest daily collection ever. The film collected Rs 1.52 crore on Day 14. Though the film performed well in the first week, it has slowed down a bit in the second week.

The Kerala Story 2 Box Office

The total second-week collection of the film is around Rs. 16.97 crore. On the 15th day, The Kerala Story 2 had around 2261 shows across the country, and the average occupancy was around 5.5 percent. Among the major cities, Delhi-NCR and Mumbai together had around 470 shows, while Ahmedabad had around 336 shows. These figures show that the film is still running in theaters, but the number of viewers has decreased compared to before.

The total gross collection of The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond' till the 15th day has reached around Rs. 46.97 crore. At the same time, the total net of the film has reached Rs 41.69 crore, which means the film has crossed the mark of Rs 40 crore. According to the report, a total of 45,991 shows of this film have been played in theaters so far. It is clear from this that the film earned good money in the beginning, but with time, its pace has slowed down a bit.

Thai Kizhavi box office collection

On the other hand, Tamil comedy-drama film Thai Kizhavi has also completed two weeks at the box office. The film collected around Rs 1.94 crore on its 15th day, which is more than The Kerala Story 2. The film has about 1046 shows, and the average occupancy was recorded at 15.3 percent. Among the big cities, 425 shows are running in Chennai, 170 shows in Bengaluru, and 162 shows in Coimbatore. In the second week, the total earnings of the film were around Rs. 19.45 crore. So far, the total gross of Thai Kizhavi has been around Rs. 48.84 crore, while the net collection is said to be Rs. 44.64 crore. A total of 17,941 shows of the film have been played in theatres.

Will the earnings drop further?

In the coming days, the competition at the box office may increase further as the film Dhurandhar has been re-released and its sequel, Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, is scheduled to release on March 19, 2026. In such a situation, it is believed that the earnings of The Kerala Story 2 and Thai Kizhavi can fall further in the coming days.



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Malaika Arora steals spotlight at Kritika Kamra-Gaurav Kapur's wedding after-party, while rumoured boyfriend Harsh Mehta sneaks in quitely; fans react to viral

People have constantly discussed Malaika Arora's personal life through social media platforms. The dancing diva currently maintains a romantic relationship with 33-year-old businessman Harsh Mehta, according to reports. They first appeared together when they took their vacation to Italy. The couple has made another public appearance at the after-party for newlyweds Gaurav Kapur and Kritika Kamra, which took place in Mumbai on March 12. The couple has not yet made their relationship official, so Harsh entered the venue through the back door to avoid paparazzi. Malaika Arora emerged to the paparazzi to take pictures while wearing a shining silver bodycon dress.

A viral video shows Malaika Arora and Harsh Mehta arriving together in the same car. They get down about it, but Malaika goes ahead to pose for paps. Harsh chose to stay away from the paparazzi by refusing to show himself to them.

He accessed the building through the back entrance without any difficulties. The shutterbugs succeeded in locating his position. He spotted the photographers and immediately rushed into the party. The couple continues to maintain their relationship as a secret, according to current rumours.

Returning to Malaika Arora, she looked stunning in her exquisite gown. Her stunning red carpet postures dominated the show.

How did fans react?

As soon as the video went viral, fans took to the comment section and poured their heart out praising the couple with heart and fire emojis

Arbaaz Khan, the actor brother of Salman Khan, was Malaika Arora's first husband. They were married for eighteen years. Arhaan is their son. Arbaaz and Malaika separated in 2017.

Malaika-Harsh Mehta relationship

Malaika Arora began dating Arjun Kapoor following her divorce. The couple officially announced their romance on social media. On their Instagram accounts, they even posted many photos of themselves together. On Koffee With Karan 7, Arjun also disclosed his relationship with Malaika. But after they split up in 2024, their relationship took a different turn. According to reports, Malaika Arora and Harsh Mehta are now dating. He works as a businessman in Mumbai.



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Dhurandhar 2 advance booking collection India: Ranveer Singh-starrer creates record in pre-sales; can it beat Pathaan's earnings?

Ranveer Singh has all the reasons to be on cloud nine and rightfully so. He created excitement for Dhurandhar 2 which he developed after his previous success with Dhurandhar at the 2025 box office. The national award winning director Aditya Dhar presents his second partnership with Ranveer through his film Dhurandhar The Revenge which has excited fans about its release. The upcoming movie Dhurandhar 2 will debut on March 19 which has become one of the most awaited films of 2023.

Ranveer Singh returns as Hamza

Dhurandhar The Revenge will feature Ranveer who will play his character Jaskirat Singh Rangi who also goes by the name Hamza while the film will include R Madhavan Sanjay Dutt Sara Arjun Arjun Rampal and Rakesh Bedi in important parts. Emraan Hashmi will portray the main antagonist character Bade Sahab according to media reports but no formal confirmation about this information has been released yet. The filmmakers started advance ticket sales for Dhurandhar 2 two days before its official opening because of the high public interest which resulted in exceptional audience turnout.

Dhurandhar 2 advance booking collection India

Dhurandhar 2 has achieved Rs 22.44crore gross revenue in India through 4,34,668 ticket sales and its block seat revenue brings total earnings to Rs 27.47crore.

Dhurandhar 2 becomes Ranveer's highest advance booking collection

Dhurandhar 2 set a new record, achieving the highest advance booking collection for Ranveer Singh, with Rs 22.44 crore in advance bookings. Theatre audiences have shown strong interest in the film, which will determine whether Dhurandhar: The Revenge can surpass Pathaan's Rs 32.01 crore and Jawan's Rs 40.75 crore advance booking records.

What did Yami Gautam say about Dhurandhar 2?

Talking about Dhurandhar 2 at the News18 Rising Bharat Summit 2026, Yami Gautam stated, "I have already watched Dhurandhar 2. It is beyond extraordinary. I was really emotional. I had to catch a flight that day so I couldn't say anything to Aditya but later, I couldn't do anything. I had to read a script but I couldn't, I had to watch something but I couldn't. I was just watching the beautiful sunset outside and wondering what will I tell Aditya when the flight lands. I wanted to justify my feelings on the film and what I experienced. Aditya loves his audience and the country and he has given his life's effort to make this film. Dhurandhar 2 will be an experience that audience will never forget".



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The Devil Wears Prada 2 trailer: Meryl Streep leads the charge, Anne Hathaway holds her own

Get ready! The trailer of the Meryl Streep-Anne Hathaway's much-anticipated film The Devil Wears Prada 2 has been unveiled and it helps the viewers get an insight into the lives and careers of their favorite characters Miranda Priestly, Andy Sachs and Emily Charlton. What's even more interesting is the fact that the film brings back some fresh new cast members and some really exciting cameos.

Meryl, Anne & Emily steal the show

The new The Devil Wears Prada 2 trailer has been released, and it's clearly serving major fashion drama. Miranda Priestly is back, leaving no stone unturned in saving her empire. Miranda gets her old intern-turned-fashion-pro Andy Sachs to achieve the goal she has set herself out for. However, it is Emily Charlton, Miranda's former assistant who could just be holding all the cards. As expected, the film is high on fashion, fun and wit. Miranda ensures all eyes are on her, courtesy her sharp and witty replies. She is still in charge, even when things get tough. It is fun to watch how Miranda still commands the room with her sass and charm.

How have fans reacted to the trailer?



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Meri Zindagi Hai Tu: When will Ep 33 of Hania Aamir and Bilal Abbas' VIRAL show air in India? Finale pushed to THIS date

Meri Zindagi Hai Tu Ep 33 release date in India: The schedule for next Meri Zindagi Hai Tu episodes has been made clear to fans. In order to maximize television ratings, the creators of the drama starring Hania Aamir and Bilal Abbas Khan are also changing plans for the end. Episode 33 of the show is scheduled to debut with just one episode this week. Filmibeat received unique information on the show's format and reach from a prominent industry insider last month.

The source cited by Filmibeat, said, "Meri Zindagi Hai Tu has become a global phenomenon with massive viewership in countries like India, Turkey, Azerbaijan, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Malaysia. The romantic drama has resonated with the audience. Considering the nature of Pakistani shows, MZHT is also a limited series. The show is expected to go off air next month after completing 34 episodes. There is a chance Meri Zindagi Hai Tu might receive an extension, but a few actors have already wrapped their shoots. The channel and the production house will make an official announcement at the right time."

As they prepare for the last stretch, channel executives are attentively examining recent figures. The network is changing the schedule of the finale since Meri Zindagi Hai Tu's ratings have dropped in recent weeks. In order to increase TRPs, the station plans to postpone the final episode for two weeks in order to conclude the show on a high note.

Meri Zindagi Hai Tu episode 33 schedule and finale plan

According to the current plan, the finale episode 34 will now air in Pakistan after Ramzan 2026. The goal is to increase viewing and create a new ratings record after the holidays. The last episode (34) will air on March 28, 2026, following Eid, in accordance with this ratings plan.

Extended finales have previously been successful for ARY Digital. The network seems to be looking for a similar response with Meri Zindagi Hai Tu, since Kabhi Main Kabhi Tu, starring Fahad Mustafa and Hania Aamir, garnered high numbers during its last episode. A cautious approach to reproducing that audience involvement is suggested by the scheduled timetable and postponed wrap-up.

Meri Zindagi Hai Tu episode 33 release date India

Since ARY Digital is a Pakistani station and doesn't show up on Hindi GECs like Star Plus, Colors TV, ZEE TV, or Sony TV, access in India is still restricted. Following the terror assault in Pahalgam, the Central government banned Pakistani YouTube outlets including Hum TV and ARY Digital. As a result, Indian users are unable to access official uploads on these platforms.

ARY Digital currently uses a different YouTube channel called "Top Pakistani Dramas" to keep Indian audiences engaged to popular episodes. There, Meri Zindagi Hai Tu episodes are posted for Indian viewers. Episode 33 will be uploaded via Top Pakistani Dramas' official account on Saturday at 11:30 p.m., one hour after the Pakistan TV broadcast.



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Who is Farman Khan? Monalisa's husband met her on Facebook, their interfaith love story faced opposition from family

Monalisa Bhosle, who became well-known during the recent Maha Kumbh Mela, wed her partner Farman Khan in a Thiruvananthapuram temple ceremony. The pair reportedly got married in a low-key ceremony and have since asked the Kerala Police for protection. Their families have expressed resistance to their connection, prompting the move.

Several images and videos have also surfaced, providing a look into their wedding ceremony.

Who is Monalisa's husband Farman Khan?

Farman is a model and actor from Maharashtra. Monalisa and Farman apparently met on Facebook around a year and a half ago. A straightforward friendship eventually developed into a passionate relationship. However, because they are from different religious sects, their family strongly opposed their relationship.

According to reports, Monalisa's father, Jai Singh Bhosle, even put pressure on her to wed a guy of his choice.



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