There are songs that arrive with mood lighting, designer costumes, international locations, 400 background dancers, drone shots, neon frames and a marketing deck longer than the screenplay. And then there is Ghis Ghis Ghis from Welcome To The Jungle, which seems to have arrived with only one mission: Boss, speaker phaadna hai.

In an industry that has become painfully obsessed with looking cool, sleek, premium, curated and Instagram-safe, Ghis Ghis Ghis feels like that one loud baraati who enters the wedding before the groom, dances with the band, argues with the dholwala, eats two plates of chaat and still becomes the most memorable person of the evening.

The recently released song from Welcome To The Jungle features Akshay Kumar with Bhojpuri star Akshara Singh has clocked more than 6 million views in the past 24 hours. But the bigger story is not just the song. The bigger story is what the song represents.

Bollywood has spent the last few years trying very hard to decode virality. There are social media teams, trend analysts, reel strategies, influencer campaigns, hook-step consultants, meme calendars and launch-day hashtags. Yet, after all this, some songs vanish in 48 hours while a completely mad, unapologetically desi track suddenly gets people talking.

Why? Because virality does not always come from perfection. Sometimes, it comes from personality.

And Ghis Ghis Ghis has personality in abundance. It is loud. It is odd. It is cheeky. It is not trying to be approved by a South Bombay brunch table. That is the difference.

Akshay Kumar, at his best, has always understood this side of popular entertainment. He is not just an action star, not just a comedy star, not just a patriotic-film machine, not just the actor who can do five genres before lunch. His real superpower has always been rhythm: comic rhythm, physical rhythm, public rhythm. He knows how to be ridiculous without appearing embarrassed by the ridiculousness. That quality is essential for a film like Welcome To The Jungle.

Because let’s be honest: a comedy of this scale cannot survive on sophistication. It has to embrace chaos. It has to look like fifty people landed on set, nobody knew who was saying what, and somehow the confusion became the punchline. That is the DNA of the Welcome universe. This is not a franchise where people sit quietly in Scandinavian furniture and discuss trauma. This is a franchise where a painting of a donkey can become more iconic than half the characters in serious cinema.

So when Akshay Kumar steps into a song like Ghis Ghis Ghis, it feels strangely appropriate. It tells the audience not to come here looking for subtlety. This jungle has no meditation zone. And that is exactly what Bollywood needs right now: a proper stress-buster.

In today’s time, getting an ensemble cast itself is a heroic task. In such a climate, mounting a film like Welcome To The Jungle with a huge cast is not just production; it is wildlife management. Making a multi-starrer comedy today is like arranging a family WhatsApp group picnic where every member is a celebrity.

Welcome To The Jungle is bringing Akshay back into the kind of zone where audiences don’t want him to carry the nation, save the system or explain a social issue. They want him to be trapped in madness and somehow make the madness worse. And Ghis Ghis Ghis is a smart reminder of that promise. The song may or may not become a long-term chartbuster. That only time will tell. But it has already done one thing right: it has made people react. That matters.

In the current attention economy, indifference is more dangerous than criticism. A song that divides people, amuses people, shocks people or makes people laugh has a better chance than a song that everyone politely ignores. Nobody makes reels on pleasant. Nobody forwards tasteful. But give people something mad enough and they will either dance to it, mock it, defend it or secretly enjoy it while publicly pretending they are above it. That is the sweet spot of mass entertainment.

The funniest part is that songs like Ghis Ghis Ghis often expose Bollywood’s class anxiety. The same industry that wants mass numbers sometimes gets nervous about mass taste. It wants the single-screen whistle but also wants multiplex approval. It wants viral reach but also wants elite validation. It wants the meme but not the embarrassment. But true mass entertainment has never been neat. It is sweaty, loud, repetitive, shameless and deeply democratic.

With Ghis Ghis Ghis, Akshay Kumar and the team of Welcome To The Jungle seem to have understood one simple truth: you cannot manufacture madness in a boardroom. You have to allow it to spill.

And if the song is any indication, this jungle may be loud, crowded and completely out of control. In other words, exactly what Bollywood comedy has been missing.

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A major data-theft case has emerged from Tiger Baby Digital LLP, the production house of filmmakers Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti. As per a report in Mumbai Mirror, as many as 66 hard disks containing important production material have allegedly gone missing from the company’s Bandra office. Some of these drives reportedly contained unreleased footage and work-in-progress content, making the matter serious for the production house.

The complaint was filed by Mehjabeen Mushtaq Shaikh, who works as the executive assistant and HR administrator at the company. Acting on her complaint, the Bandra police registered an FIR against Mohammad Shahid Azim Khan and Ritesh Suresh Shah, a 44-year-old Borivali resident. The police confirmed to Mumbai Mirror that both have been arrested and sent to police custody till May 29.

The issue was discovered on May 21, when the staff needed certain hard disks for ongoing work but could not find them. This led to an internal check of the office storage area. During the inspection, several hard-disk boxes were allegedly found empty and damaged. The company’s records showed that it had an inventory of 119 hard disks, out of which 66 were allegedly missing.

The scale of the missing material has made the case even more alarming. The hard disks reportedly had storage capacities between 16TB and 72TB. They contained raw shooting footage, edited scenes, post-production files, advertisement projects, backups, archival material and completed movie-related data. Some of the content was connected to film and OTT projects, while some was still unreleased.

Investigators have said that Khan allegedly admitted during internal questioning that he stole 24 hard disks over the last five months. These drives were allegedly sold to Shah for Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 20,000 each. The police also suspect that some of the hard disks may have later entered the grey market.

The data on the stolen drives reportedly included material linked to projects such as Made In Heaven and Ghost Stories, along with advertisement campaigns for beauty and digital-content companies.

The police are now trying to find out whether the data was copied, accessed, transferred or leaked before the drives disappeared. Cyber experts may be asked to examine if any of the material has been circulated online or misused.

Meanwhile, investigators are also checking whether any other employee had a role in the matter. However, officials have not reached any conclusion on that aspect yet.

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The golden era of Indian television comedy is officially making a comeback, and leading the charge is actress Shruti Sharma. In a latest update that has sent a wave of nostalgia through TV buffs, the beloved Office Office is returning for a brand-new season, with Shruti stepping into the spotlight as the main lead.

Known for its sharp wit, relatable bureaucratic satire, and iconic characters, the show holds a special place in the hearts of millions. For Shruti, taking on the mantle of the lead in Season 2 isn't just a major career milestone it is a deeply personal, full-circle moment.

Reflecting on her association with the show and the incredible journey from a young viewer to the face of the franchise, Shruti shared her excitement saying, “My memories of Office Office are very close to my heart. Whenever I used to return from school, while having lunch with my mom, we used to watch its episodes. Because of that, I remember all the characters, their nuances, and their famous hook lines perfectly. So when I started shooting for this new season, it felt incredibly nostalgic. I grew up watching this show, and now, actually playing the lead in it is completely surreal.”

She further added, “Getting the prime-time slot for the show is also a huge achievement. I truly hope the audience will enjoy this season the exact same way I enjoyed the first one. Just like the characters from the original run became a part of my childhood, I hope I can also become some child’s favorite comedy show character with this season.”

Shruti Sharma has proven her mettle across diverse genres on Indian television. She first shot to fame with her powerful performance in Gathbandhan, where she played a fierce IPS officer. She further seen in impactful roles in daily soaps like Nazar 2, Namak Issk Ka, and recently released Mitti.

While she is largely known for her intense emotional performances and dramatic flair, Office Office Season 2 marks an exciting shift into the space of situational comedy.

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Breaking away from decades of polished on-screen glamour, Bollywood icon Karisma Kapoor is steering her career into highly intense, uncharted territory. Streaming giant ZEE5 has officially unveiled the teaser for its upcoming web series Brown, offering audiences a striking first look at the actress in what is tracking to be her most transformative avatar to date.

Set against a haunting, morally fractured backdrop of Kolkata, Brown is a neo-noir psychological crime thriller that extends far beyond a conventional murder mystery. The teaser introduces Karisma stepping into the boots of Rita Brown, a fiercely resilient officer in the Kolkata Police Force. The gritty visuals and deeply emotionally charged atmosphere immediately set a dark tone, establishing the series as a deeply layered psychological portrait. Dropping her familiar, expressive style for a rugged, stripped-down look, Karisma's first glimpse promises a fearless, unfiltered performance.

As one of the few leading ladies from the '90s who continues to connect effortlessly across generations, Karisma Kapoor has consistently adapted to changing digital storytelling formats. Brown marks one of the boldest narrative shifts of her career as she embraces contemporary character complexities on OTT platforms. Portraying an emotionally fractured officer battling deep-seated personal demons while investigating disturbing metropolitan crimes, the actress takes a dramatic leap into pitch-black storytelling territory.

 

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The series is helmed by director Abhinay Deo, who mounts a suspenseful, hard-boiled atmosphere to complement Karisma's rugged and resilient performance. If the first snippet is any indication, Brown is gearing up to be a definitive milestone in the actress's digital filmography, presenting her in an avatar unlike anything she has attempted before.

Also Read: Akshay Kumar, Karisma Kapoor and other stars from Sony TV share heartfelt messages on Maharashtra Day 2026

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Actor Kangana Ranaut has come out in support of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan after the latter faced criticism on social media over her appearance at the Cannes Film Festival 2026. Responding to the online discourse surrounding Aishwarya’s fashion choices, Kangana shared a strongly worded note defending the actor and speaking about individuality, self-expression, and the scrutiny faced by women in the public eye.

Taking to her Instagram Stories, Kangana posted a photo from Aishwarya’s first Cannes red carpet appearance this year, where the actor was seen wearing a striking blue gown. Sharing her thoughts on the criticism, Kangana wrote, “Fashion and style is a self expression, it is one's own interpretation of life and their attitude, no woman owes anything to anyone, Ash looks great!!”

The actor further criticised those judging Aishwarya’s appearance and questioned the unrealistic standards often imposed on women, especially senior actresses. “Those of you who want to see her any other way, why don't you show what you got?? She is not here to please you, she is glorious,” Kangana added.

Addressing conversations around ageism and representation on international red carpets, Kangana also wrote, “if you are not used to seeing older women on red carpets, get used to them now. Thanks.”

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made her 24th appearance at the Cannes Film Festival this year, continuing her long-standing association with the prestigious global event as the brand ambassador for L'Oréal Paris. Joining her at Cannes was daughter Aaradhya Bachchan, who also made an official appearance alongside her mother at the Lights on Women’s Worth Gala dinner hosted during the festival.

Interestingly, Aishwarya was not the only Bollywood celebrity to face online criticism over fashion choices during Cannes this year. Actor Alia Bhatt, who was also a part of L’Oreal, too found herself at the centre of social media discussions regarding her outfits and overall styling during her appearances at the festival. Several actors, filmmakers, and fans had also stepped forward in support of Alia, highlighting the growing conversations around trolling, unrealistic beauty standards, and personal expression in fashion.

Kangana’s statement has since garnered attention online, with many social media users appreciating her for standing in solidarity with Aishwarya and speaking against age-based criticism directed at women in entertainment and fashion spaces.

Also Read: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan impresses fashion police with more Cannes looks: From ethereal feather glam to avant-garde floral drama

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Exactly a year ago, Bollywood Hungama reported what was probably one of the biggest newsbreaks of 2025 – Paresh Rawal had quit Hera Pheri 3. It shocked the trade, the industry, fans and even the team of the film. A few days after this news broke, Akshay Kumar’s Cape of Good Films, the producer of Hera Pheri 3, sued Paresh Rawal for Rs. 25 crores. A couple of days later, Bollywood Hungama published another report stating that Paresh Rawal had returned the signing amount of Rs. 11 lakhs with 15% p.a. interest, along with some additional money for stepping away from the series. A few weeks later, Paresh Rawal and Akshay Kumar resolved the matter, and the former returned to the franchise. The issue was put to rest and had even become history. But now, amusingly, it is back in the news.

On Saturday, reports started coming in that Paresh Rawal has once again quit Hera Pheri 3. Interestingly, these reports carried the same information that Bollywood Hungama had published exactly a year ago – that Paresh Rawal had returned the signing amount with 15% interest and additional compensation for walking out of the film. CLICK HERE TO READ THE NEWS

Back then, Bollywood Hungama had also reported further details about the development – that the actor was being paid Rs. 15 crores for the film, had received Rs. 11 lakhs as the signing amount and was to receive the balance Rs. 14.89 crores a month after the film’s release. A source had told us then, “The senior actor had reservations about this clause. Also, the film’s principal shoot was to commence sometime next year. This means that Hera Pheri 3 was unlikely to be released before late 2026 or in the year 2027. In short, Paresh would have had to wait for nearly two years to get the rest of his acting fees.”

The same information has now been picked up by certain news outlets, and the source of the information has been attributed to Bollywood Hungama. However, what they forgot to inform readers was that Bollywood Hungama had published this report on May 23, 2025, while these outlets wrote about it exactly a year later, on May 23, 2026!

Another amusing aspect is that the articles mention that Paresh Rawal would have to wait two years to get his acting fees if Hera Pheri 3 is released in late 2026 or 2027. But we are now in 2026. Hence, if the news was actually fresh, he would have to wait just six months or less than a year to receive Rs. 14.89 crores. This itself proves that the information being circulated is a year old.

As expected, the report has spread like wildfire on the internet and has panicked fans. However, they need not worry. Whenever Hera Pheri 3 is made, everyone’s favourite Baburao Ganpatrao Apte will definitely be there to entertain them.

Also Read: Akshay Kumar recreates his iconic Phir Hera Pheri pose; flaunts ‘side wala swag’

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Actor Akshay Kumar is set to headline a new large-scale sci-fi action thriller titled Samuk, directed by Kanishk Varma and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah. Positioned as an ambitious alien survival thriller, the film is currently in development and is expected to go on floors soon.

The project marks Akshay Kumar’s return to a full-scale action role and will reportedly combine elements of survival horror, military realism, and alien thriller storytelling. The makers are also bringing together an international technical team with experience across several Hollywood franchise films. Speaking about the project, producer Vipul Shah said, “We always try to challenge ourselves with different genres, and Samuk is something Indian cinema hasn’t attempted before. Our aim is to create a world-class alien thriller for audiences.”

Director Kanishk Varma, known for projects such as Sanak and Inside Edge, revealed that the idea for the film emerged from his interest in survival thrillers and elite security force worlds. “Samuk was born from my love for the SPG world and survival thrillers like Alien and Predator. Bringing those influences together with Akshay sir has been surreal,” he said. The filmmaker also emphasised the use of practical effects over fully CGI-driven visuals. “I always wanted the creature to feel physically real on set. That old-school tactile horror is what made films like Alien timeless,” he added.

Joining the project is acclaimed Hollywood creature effects designer Alec Gillis, whose filmography includes work on the Alien and Predator franchises, along with films such as Starship Troopers, It, and Tremors. Gillis, who previously worked under legendary filmmaker Stan Winston, described the collaboration as creatively exciting.

“Working with Kanishk has been fantastic because he genuinely loves practical creature filmmaking. Our goal is to create an alien predator unlike anything audiences have seen before,” Gillis said. He further added, “Together Kanishk and I designed the title character, which is truly a unique alien horror. In an era of CGI and AI, it is gratifying that directors and audiences still value handcrafted, human-made traditional monsters.”

Praising Akshay Kumar’s screen presence, Gillis said, “He has the physicality of Jason Statham and the likeability of Tom Cruise. The challenge is creating a monster worthy of facing him. My goal is to create an alien nemesis in Samuk whose energy and screen charisma equal Mr. Kumar's. Defeating this new classic movie monster will not be an easy task, even for him.”

The action sequences for the film will be overseen by British stunt coordinator Luke Tumber, whose credits include the Mission: Impossible films, Star Wars, No Time To Die, and the Venom franchise. Speaking about the collaboration, Tumber said, “Kanishk has a very clear vision for the action, and Vipul Shah wants the scale to feel truly Hollywood-level. Working with Akshay Kumar on this kind of grounded, high-intensity action film is incredibly exciting.”

He added, “This project represents an exciting fusion of international stunt expeakshay kumarrtise, visionary filmmaking, and authentic action cinema, and I'm proud to be part of bringing that vision to life. Together, we aim to deliver a film that combines powerful storytelling with cutting-edge live-action sequences that will resonate with audiences internationally.”

Akshay Kumar also confirmed his involvement in the project, saying, “Yes, I've signed this film. I found the script and subject of Samuk fascinating. Alien thriller is a totally new genre for me and also for our films. I am very excited about it.”

Co-produced by Aashin A Shah, Samuk is being developed as a pan-Indian theatrical project with a planned 2027 release window.

Also Read: Akshay Kumar to make Bhojpuri debut? Actor collaborates with Akshara Singh for music video; deets inside!

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