Month: October 2025

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Makdee, Pari, Stree: Bollywood horror films perfect for a Halloween night in

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As Halloween 2025 approaches, Bollywood fans looking to add some spine-chilling excitement to their celebrations have plenty of choices from the Indian film industry’s unique take on horror. Bollywood horror films beautifully blend Indian folklore, supernatural suspense, and emotional storytelling, making them perfect for a spooky night in. Here’s a curated list of must-watch Bollywood horror films that promise scares, thrills, and nostalgia this Halloween. Makdee (2002) A cult classic directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, Makdee is a children’s horror tale featuring Shabana Azmi as a witch. It cleverly mixes humor and folklore, making it a unique watch for all ages, steeped in supernatural mystery while offering moral lessons. Stree (2018)A breakthrough horror-comedy, Stree combines laughs and scares as it narrates the story of a female spirit haunting a small town. With compelling performances by Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor, it is a clever fusion of folklore, humor, and suspense. Tumbbad (2018) Set in 19th-century Maharashtra, this visually stunning film explores ancient mythology through a dark tale of greed and curse. Tumbbad’s atmospheric storytelling and haunting tone make it a deeply unsettling cinematic experience. Pari (2018) Anushka Sharma delivers a chilling performance in this fantasy horror exploring demons and occult rituals intertwined with psychological trauma. Pari stands out for its slow-burning narrative, memorable imagery, and emotional depth. Raat (1992) Directed by Ram Gopal Verma, Raat is a cult blend of haunted-house tropes and Indian superstition. Starring Revathi and Om Puri, it effectively uses costumes, settings, and suspense to deliver authentic scares. Additional Picks: For a blend of horror and humor, films like Munjya (2024) inspired by regional folklore, Bhediya (2022) featuring a modern werewolf tale, Bulbbul (2020) mixing period drama with supernatural elements, and classic Ramsay Brothers films like Purana Mandir also promise a thrilling Halloween. Also Read: Kareena Kapoor Khan drops Halloween post featuring Saif Ali Khan and the kids celebrating the festivities.

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USD/JPY consolidates below 155 amid Yen weakness – BBH

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The post USD/JPY consolidates below 155 amid Yen weakness BBH appeared com. USD/JPY is consolidating yesterday’s sharp gains with the next major resistance offered at 155. 00, BBH FX analysts report. BOJ neutral stance limits support for Yen slide “Japan Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama warned against excessive yen moves. Katayama said ‘We’ve recently seen very one-sided and rapid currency moves. The government is closely monitoring excessive or disorderly movements in the foreign exchange market, including those driven by speculative moves, with a high sense of urgency’. Katayama’s warning on yen volatility rings hollow. A more hawkish Bank of Japan (BOJ) yesterday would’ve done more to support JPY. Instead, the BOJ’s laid-back policy stance means any intervention will only slow, not stop the yen’s slide. The BOJ would be throwing good money after bad.” Source:.

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BREAKING: Title unveil and a short glimpse of King to be released on Shah Rukh Khan’s 60th birthday on November 2

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Two days from now, one of India’s biggest superstars, Shah Rukh Khan, will celebrate his birthday. Every year, November 2 is a day of celebration across the country, but this time, it would be even more significant as SRK turns 60. Cinemas are screening his iconic hits, while fans everywhere are eagerly anticipating whether his much-awaited next film, King, will finally be announced.Bollywood Hungama has learned that an announcement is indeed on its way. A source told us, “King hasn’t been formally announced yet and the team of the film has decided to do the needful. November 2 is apt as it’s King Khan’s birthday.”The source further said, “Apart from the title, the makers also plan to release a short glimpse of Shah Rukh Khan from King. The makers are confident that it would be something to watch out for and further enhance the buzz for the film.”However, no further details have been disclosed as Shah Rukh Khan, Siddharth Anand, and the core team are maintaining utmost secrecy around the project. The unveiling has been planned for November 2, with all elements tightly under wraps. While industry chatter suggests that the asset has already been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), Bollywood Hungama could not independently verify this information.Besides Shah Rukh Khan, King stars some of the most significant names of the industry like Deepika Padukone, Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, Rani Mukerji, Jaideep Ahlawat, Abhay Verma, Arshad Warsi, Raghav Juyal, Akshay Oberoi, Jackie Shroff, Karanvir Malhotra and others. It is directed by Siddharth Anand of Pathaan (2023) and War (2019) fame. The film has gone on floors and a few key scenes have been shot in Poland already.All eyes are now on November 2, when the long-awaited announcement of King is finally expected to drop. Interestingly, Shah Rukh Khan rarely aligns film-related reveals with his birthday. The last time he did was in 2015, when the second teaser of Fan (2016) was unveiled as he turned 50. A decade later, fans are hopeful that King will mark the beginning of yet another historic chapter in Shah Rukh Khan’s illustrious journey.Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan announces bookings open for his special Film Festival celebrating his iconic hits worldwide