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Shah Rukh Khan led King is getting bigger and better by the day. Having pulled off the biggest casting coup, the Siddharth Anand directed action thriller is touted to be the biggest action film of Indian Cinema. Reliable sources have confirmed that the budget of King will be around Rs. 350 crores, excluding the amount that SRK and team decide to splurge for print, publicity and other ancillary expenses.”King started as an action thriller with an extended cameo from SRK, with Sujoy Ghosh as the director. The initial budget was Rs. 150 crores only, but the script had scope to go bigger and better. When Siddharth Anand came into the picture, he sat down with SRK to make the film on a grand scale, by designing action sequences on a never-before scale. SRK is a producer who loves to spend and treat the audience with the richest visuals on spectacle. He gave Sid a free hand, and the director came back with a budget of Rs. 350 crores,” a source informed Bollywood Hungama. SRK saw the vision of Sid and was spellbound by the stuff he had thought. “King is a global film made in India. What takes millions of dollars for the West to execute, Siddharth Anand is aiming to do the same at 1/5th the cost. The film has six extraordinary action sequences, designed to perfection. Three of them are shot at real locations, while the balance three will be canned on the sets,” the source told Bollywood Hungama. Big bucks are spent on SRK’s introductory sequence, which is said to be a major highlight of King. Directed by Siddharth Anand and produced by Gauri Khan and Mamta Anand, King releases in 2026. Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan convinced Abhishek Bachchan to play the villain in King.
After its success at the box office, the fifth instalment of Bollywood’s beloved comedy franchise, Housefull 5, featuring its unique dual-climax versions, Housefull 5A & 5B, has taken the television landscape by storm. The combined World Television Premiere, on Star Gold, delivered an extraordinary reach of 4. 65 crore viewers and 1. 91 crore Households across India. This phenomenal viewership makes Housefull 5 Akshay Kumar’s biggest TV Premiere of the year. This viewership solidifies Star Gold’s position as the undisputed home of blockbusters, having delivered three of the top four biggest movie premieres of 2025: Stree 2, Chhaava, and Housefull 5. The dual-climax concept of Housefull 5, which allows audiences to experience two different killer reveals, created a nationwide viewing event, driving exceptional tune-in. Akshay Kumar, on the television success shared, “The Housefull franchise has always been about non-stop laughter and wholesome entertainment, and to see the love translate so strongly to television is truly heartwarming. A reach of 4. 65 crores viewers is an incredible milestone. The audience’s continued appreciation and overwhelming response show that a good, entertaining film will always find its way into people’s homes and hearts.”Sajid Nadiadwala (Producer, Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment)added, “The phenomenal success of Housefull 5 on Star Gold is a proud moment for the entire team. It reaffirms the franchise’s enduring connection with family audiences. Our journey with Housefull began with Star Gold, and over the years, they’ve truly become the home of the franchise ensuring every chapter reaches its widest audience. We’re thrilled to have delivered one of the biggest TV premieres of 2025, and this long-standing partnership continues to create pure cinematic magic.”JioStar Spokesperson said, “We are delighted to be the preferred destination for the country’s biggest blockbuster premieres. The phenomenal response reaffirms television’s enduring strength in creating collective entertainment experiences at scale. For us, every premiere is more than a telecast it’s a cultural event that brings millions together, reinforcing Star Gold’s position as India’s home for the most-loved cinematic moments.”The film, directed by Tarun Mansukhani and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, features a massive ensemble cast including Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, and Sonam Bajwa. Its unparalleled success on its World TV Premiere only adds another chapter to the golden legacy of the Housefull franchise. Also Read: Thamma Box Office: Ayushmann Khurrana starrer surpasses Housefull 5, and Saiyaara; emerges as the 4th Highest Opening Day Grosser of 2025.
Filmmaker Sriram Raghavan’s highly anticipated war drama, Ikkis, has completed filming and is now officially slated for a theatrical release on December 25, 2025. Produced by Dinesh Vijan under his banner Maddock Films, the movie is a biographical tribute to Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, India’s youngest recipient of the Param Vir Chakra, who was martyred during the 1971 Indo-Pak war. The film, whose title Ikkis alludes to Khetarpal’s age at the time of his sacrifice, stars Agastya Nanda in his big-screen debut as the young war hero. Veteran actor Dharmendra plays a pivotal emotional role as Arun Khetarpal’s father, and the cast also features Jaideep Ahlawat and Sikandar Kher in key roles. Ikkis marks a significant departure for National Award-winning director Sriram Raghavan, known for his mastery of noir thrillers and crime dramas like Andhadhun and Badlapur. Raghavan described the project as a welcome break from his usual genre, focusing on an emotionally charged war story with impactful battle sequences. The film was first announced in 2019 with Varun Dhawan attached to the lead role, but delays caused by the pandemic led to a casting change before Agastya Nanda was finalized. The film’s recently released trailer has generated significant buzz across the industry, with critics and fellow actors praising its gripping narrative and Nanda’s performance. The story focuses on the Battle of Basantar during the 1971 war, where the young officer displayed extraordinary courage, refusing to abandon his tank despite being critically wounded and destroying several enemy vehicles. He was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra, India’s highest military honour. For Agastya Nanda, grandson of megastar Amitabh Bachchan, Ikkis serves as his first major theatrical release following his debut in the Netflix film The Archies. Industry pundits view this challenging role as a crucial opportunity for the young actor to establish himself. The film was initially scheduled for release on October 2, 2025, to coincide with Gandhi Jayanti. However, the makers at Maddock Films later confirmed a shift to a December 2025 window, positioning it as a major cinematic event for the end of the year. While the exact date within December is still awaiting official confirmation, industry speculation points towards a potential Christmas weekend release. Jointly backed by Maddock Films and Jio Studios, Ikkis promises to be a powerful and emotional tribute to a national hero who, as the film’s tagline suggests, will remain “forever twenty-one” in the annals of Indian military history. Also Read : When Arun Khetarpal’s father met the Pakistani soldier responsible for his son’s death.
2025 has been an impressive year for the British Film Institute, in its often scrutinized role as a supporter of original filmmaking, with breakout titles emerging across the festival circuit. Popular titles include the BFI’s trio of Cannes debuts, Harris Dickinson’s Urchin, My Father’s Shadow by Akinola Davies Jr., and Harry Lighton’s Pillion. Over in [.].
The Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki reaffirmed on October 11 that his party will not cooperate with the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan.
