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BREAKING: Thamma, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat and ALL other films to discontinue in Assam cinemas from October 31; to ONLY play Zubeen Garg’s final film, Roi Roi Binale; all set for a HISTORIC opening

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Last month, the nation was plunged into grief following the untimely demise of the iconic singer and actor, Zubeen Garg. Now, his final on-screen appearance, Roi Roi Binale, is gearing up for a historic release this Friday, October 31. In an unprecedented tribute, every cinema hall across his home state of Assam will exclusively screen the film, suspending all other releases to honour their beloved legend. A trade source told Bollywood Hungama, “All the theatres in the North-eastern state will discontinue the holdover releases like Thamma, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba The Movie: Infinity Castle, Jolly LLB 3 and Regretting You from October 31. New releases like Baahubali: The Epic, Single Salma, The Taj Story, The Black Phone 2, Bugonia, Good Boy etc. will not be screened in any cinema of Assam. Each and every theatre in that state will only play Roi Roi Binale.”The advance booking for Roi Roi Binale has commenced and by Wednesday, almost all shows are sold out or nearly sold out. Shows begin as early as 6: 00 am in Assam’s capital, Guwahati. But in Tezpur, shows commence even before 6: 00 am. While SVF Cinemas in Tezpur will play the first show at 5: 45 am, Imp Cinemas’ first show is at 5: 20 am. TNZ Cinemas will play the first ever show in the whole of India at 5: 00 am. Outside of Assam, too, the response to the advance booking of Roi Roi Binale has been extraordinary. Even in places like Ahmedabad and Jaipur, its shows are fast-filling. The trade source further said, “The ticket sales of Roi Roi Binale in Assam is historic. Almost all shows over the weekend are full and shows of the weekdays are also filling fast. It seems like the film will break every record of all the films in the Assam circuit.”In Roi Roi Binale, Zubeen Garg plays a blind artist and it also stars Mousumi Alifa, Joy Kashyap, Achurjya Borpatra and others. The film is written by Zubeen Garg, and he was also one of its producers along with his wife, Garima Saikia Garg, and Shyamantak Gautam. Also Read: Ayushmann Khurrana on Thamma’s commercial success: “To see people enjoy and endorse my kind of cinema feels incredible”.

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Lakshya, Tiger Shroff, and Janhvi Kapoor to star in Karan Johar’s upcoming action drama: Report

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Bollywood is abuzz with news that Lakshya, Tiger Shroff, and Janhvi Kapoor are set to collaborate on a high-octane action drama, reportedly produced by Karan Johar. While no official announcement has been made yet, a report by Mid-Day suggests that the Dharma Productions head has been quietly developing a large-scale action entertainer. The report also said that the film will be directed by Raj Mehta. “But this time, a revenge story is at the centre of this action offering. The film is in its final stage of prep and Raj plans to take it on floors by November,” a source told the publication. The tabloid added, “It will be Tiger versus Lakshya. Both actors have shown their prowess in the action genre, and the film will benefit with them sharing screen space. Apart from Tiger and Lakshya, the action (film) reportedly stars Janhvi Kapoor.”The source further noted, “Karan has set his eyes on another story now, something that is more in his zone of drama and emotions. He is confident that Raj will blend masala with big-screen action well.”Lakshya, who recently starred in the Netflix show The Ba***ds of Bollywood, also praised Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan for his visionary approach. During a conversation on Raj Shamani’s podcast, Lakshya spoke about Aryan’s rare qualities as a director, his fearless storytelling, and his surprising talent in front of the camera. Lakshya said, “I meet very few people who make me think, ‘He has the power to change the world,’ and Aryan is one of them. He has immense willpower. Even before reading the script, I knew he would create something special. He has that zeal, aggression, passion, and conviction that not every director has.” Aryan is reportedly taking a well-earned break following the success of The Ba**ds of Bollywood. Tiger Shroff was last seen in Baaghi 4, directed by A Harsha and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala. The fourth instalment of the franchise featured high-octane action, raw intensity, and explosive set pieces, with Tiger in his most savage avatar. The film also included a talented ensemble cast, including Shreyas Talpade, Sanjay Dutt, Harnaaz Sandhu, Sonam Bajwa, Saurabh Sachdeva, and Upendra Limaye. Also Read : Lakshya reveals he choose films over lucrative TV offer: “The only thing I knew was hard work”.

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Param Sundari finds steady audience amid Bollywood’s changing box-office landscape

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Param Sundari, a 2025 romantic drama produced by Maddock Films, has found a respectable place at the box office despite its modest scale. The film, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor, has earned around Rs. 90 crores worldwide against a reported budget of Rs. 45 crores — a decent return in today’s uncertain theatrical climate.Rather than relying on spectacle, Param Sundari takes a straightforward approach to storytelling. Its appeal lies in familiar emotions and accessible characters, supported by the lead pair’s natural chemistry and a soundtrack that gained steady traction after release. The film’s performance highlights how mid-range projects with clear creative and financial planning can still perform well with the right audience connect.Trade analysts note that the film adds to Sidharth Malhotra’s record of consistent box office performances. Over the years, titles like Shershaah, Kapoor & Sons, and Ek Villain have helped him maintain a stable following that responds to emotionally grounded roles. Param Sundari continues in that vein, reinforcing his dependable presence in the romantic genre.For Maddock Films, the project aligns with the company’s strategy of balancing costs with commercial viability. The studio, known for films like Luka Chuppi and Zara Hatke Zara Bachke, has once again demonstrated a pragmatic production model suited to the current market.Param Sundari represents a realistic success story — one built on manageable expectations, effective budgeting, and audience relatability rather than hype or heavy marketing. Plus, it still has its OTT prospects ahead. At a time when many big-budget films struggle to find stable footing, such outcomes serve as a reminder that consistency can still count as success.Also Read: From Param Sundari to Om Shanti Om: When songs became movie titles!

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After Cocktail 2, Shahid Kapoor dives into Farzi 2 – bags Rs. 40 crores, his biggest pay cheque ever!

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Shahid Kapoor has made a name for himself in Bollywood as a credible actor, who can always deliver at the box office with the right film. He is collaborating with Dinesh Vijan on Cocktail 2 with Rashmika Mandanna and Kriti Sanon, and the film is presently on floors in Italy. Very reliable sources have confirmed that Cocktail 2 shoot will be wrapped up in the month of December, and producer Dinesh Vijan is looking to bring it to the big screen in the Summer of 2026. Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learnt that Shahid Kapoor is all set to start shooting for the second season of his most loved OTT show, Farzi from the month of January 2026. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Farzi is in the writing stage, and Amazon Prime, along with Raj and DK are excited to start the shoot for the second season from January 2026. Shahid has allotted 6 months to the shoot and is getting a fat pay cheque.”The source informs, “Shahid is drawing Rs. 40 crores for Farzi 2. This is the biggest pay cheque for him in his acting career, and this stems from the appreciation received by the first part.” Farzi 2 will be the big project of Amazon Prime towards the end of 2026 early 2027, and sources confirm that the second season will be a lot bigger than the first one. Also Read: Shahid Kapoor Vijay Sethupathi starrer Farzi 2 in development; Raj & DK to start season 2 after Citadel India and The Family Man 3.