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July 29, 2025

Bollywood Updates

Aamir Khan’s THOUGHTFUL gesture; APOLOGIZES with FOLDED hands to media for LYING about Sitaare Zameen Par’s YouTube release; DEFENDS bringing the film online in just 6 weeks of theatrical release: “Pay-per-view CANNOT affect theatrical business of my film”

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Aamir Khan made a path-breaking announcement today, July 29, at a five-star hotel in Mumbai that he’ll release his recent hit film, Sitaare Zameen Par, on YouTube. The superstar has opted for a pay-per-view model, that is, one can pay Rs. 100 film to rent the film. Discussions about such a mode were going on even before the film was out. Aamir was asked about it, but he denied any such plans to many journalists. To all these reports, Aamir Khan, as a thoughtful gesture, apologized for lying. Aamir Khan’s THOUGHTFUL gesture; APOLOGIZES with FOLDED hands to media for LYING about Sitaare Zameen Par’s YouTube release; DEFENDS bringing the film online in just 6 weeks of theatrical release: “Pay-per-view CANNOT affect theatrical business of my film” Aamir Khan began by saying, “To all those journalists who asked me whether my film was coming on YouTube and I denied the same, I’d like to fold my hands and apologize for lying. Main kuch aur bol nahin paa raha tha. I wanted to protect the theatrical business. Meri shuruaat hui hai cinema se and I am very loyal to theatres. Hence, I’ll make all efforts to protect the theatrical business. Hence, while doing this experiment, we wanted to protect the theatres. As a result, I had to say that I am not bringing my film on YouTube. Woh mujhe kehna pada aur uske liye main maafi chahta hoon. Unfortunately, I had to lie. If I had not lied, mera jo sapna tha, woh wahin khatam ho jaata.” Aamir Khan’s decision to bring Sitaare Zameen Par in just six weeks of theatrical release has also raised eyebrows, especially when he often rejected the idea of a film releasing in 8 weeks on OTT. On this, he replied, “Pay-per-view model and subscription model mein zameen aasmaan ka farak hai. When I release my film after 8 weeks on a subscription model, a person who has bought a subscription to that OTT platform is not buying my film per se. He’s paying to access films available on that platform. After a few months, he’ll learn that my film is also available. He may or may not watch it. As a creative person, I’d like to take a thousand steps towards my audience. But I want my audience to take one step towards me. When we opt for a subscription model, we are, more or less, providing the film for free. Pay-per-view is the same model as the theatre. Theatre experience is different. You watch a film with 300-500 people. You laugh, cry and clap together. The theatre is equipped with Atmos sound. That is an experience and this is a different experience. In cinemas, viewers might feel more amazed. But on YouTube, viewers will have the option of convenience. Hence, it was my plan from the beginning to bring the film on YouTube at the end of its theatrical run.” Another journalist asked on the same lines and Aamir Khan said, “OTT is a totally different model. Let me make it clear that I have no objection to OTT platforms. But I don’t like the arrangement that the film has to release on OTT 8 weeks after release. Hence, I moved away from it. I am not of the belief that the pay-per-view model can affect the theatrical business of my film.” Also Read: Aamir Khan ADMITS that he was offered Rs. 125 cr for Sitaare Zameen Par’s OTT rights: “Mujhe woh badi company ke Rs 125 crore nahin chahiye. Mujhe meri audience ka sau rupaye chahiye” More Pages: Sitaare Zameen Par Box Office Collection , Sitaare Zameen Par Movie Review Tags : Aamir Khan, Aamir Khan production, Bollywood, Bollywood News, Breaking, Features, Media, OTT, OTT Platform, Sitaare Zameen Par, Youtube BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama. Source link

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Kriti Sanon’s Skincare Brand Crosses Rs 400 Cr: "One of the Most Personal and Fulfilling Journeys of My Life"

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In her birthday week, Kriti Sanon has more than one reason to mark the occasion. The actress has expanded into business, leading her skincare venture over the past two years. She has established one of India’s notable celebrity-led brands in the competitive beauty industry. Kriti Sanon’s Skincare Brand Crosses Rs 400 Cr: “One of the Most Personal and Fulfilling Journeys of My Life” With revenue crossing Rs. 400 crores and a 60% repeat customer rate, the brand has seen significant growth. It currently serves over 19,000 pin codes across India, with its consumer base increasing from 1 million last year to 4 million this year. Kriti Sanon, who has an engineering background, partnered with six engineers to build a D2C brand that reached Rs. 400 crore in gross sales within two years. Reflecting on the journey, Kriti shared, “The past two years have been nothing short of incredible. Building HYPHEN from scratch has been one of the most personal and fulfilling journeys of my life. Watching it grow from an idea into a brand that so many of the consumers now trust and love — still feels surreal. I am so grateful to every single person who has believed in us and has chosen to HYPHEN us in their lives! This is only the beginning, where we continue to hyphen skincare with innovation and grow alongside a community that makes it all so worth it. Happy 2 years to us!” Sanon’s brand focuses on science-based formulations, plant-based ingredients, and accessible pricing, a combination that has found a wide consumer base across India. Her active involvement has helped shape the brand’s direction and operations within the skincare sector. Also Read: Elli AvrRam on celebrating her birthday morning with family in Sweden; says, “I wake up in bed with breakfast, cake and gifts” BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama. Source link

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Aamir Khan explains why Sitaare Zameen Par can be rented and can’t be bought on YouTube; reveals that his older productions and that of father Tahir Hussain like Caravan, Anamika etc will also be available on his YouTube channel

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Aamir Khan made a path-breaking announcement today, July 29, at a five-star hotel in Mumbai that he’ll release his recent hit film, Sitaare Zameen Par, on YouTube. The superstar has opted for a pay-per-view model, that is, one can pay Rs. 100 to rent the film. However, one can’t permanently own the film, as explained by Aamir Khan. Aamir Khan explains why Sitaare Zameen Par can be rented and can’t be bought on YouTube; reveals that his older productions and that of father Tahir Hussain like Caravan, Anamika etc will also be available on his YouTube channel Aamir said, “You can rent Sitaare Zameen Par for Rs. 100. Let me explain the technicality. Once you rent, the film, it will stay in your account for 30 days. Once you start viewing the film, you have 48 hours to complete the film.” This writer asked if one can pay more to buy the film, that is, have permanent access to Sitaare Zameen Par. Aamir Khan explained, “We were wondering whether to do that or not. We realized that it’s better to take one step at a time. This is something new that we are doing. So, right now, we are only keeping the option of rent. As we go along and as we understand this part better, then we can start offering such options.” He also shared his other plans, “Aamir Khan Talkies is the platform where you’ll get to see films of Aamir Khan Productions like Lagaan, Dangal, Peepli [LIVE], Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, Taare Zameen Par etc. On August 1, you’ll only get Sitaare Zameen Par. A week later, we’ll add more films. This way, the whole library of Aamir Khan Productions will be available on Aamir Khan Talkies. My father Tahir Hussain made movies like Caravan, Anamika etc. Those films will also be available on our YouTube channel.” He added, “Aamir Khan Talkies will have free content as well as pay-per-view stuff. I’d like to upload episodes of my TV show ‘Satyamev Jayate’. I’d not like to charge for it; it can be accessed for free.” He further stated, “I also want Aamir Khan Talkies to be a platform for new, emerging talent. A lot of young filmmakers have made great films and at times, no one buys their movies. So, if we like their films and if they contact us, we’d like to upload them on our channel. It’ll help them to showcase their talent. Whatever that film earns, most of the profit will be given to the filmmaker while AKP will keep the minimum amount as a fee.” As for future plans, he revealed, “Going forward, it’ll be my strategy to bring the film to cinemas first. Once its theatrical run is over, I’ll bring the film on pay-per-view on YouTube.” Also Read: Aamir Khan launches Aamir Khan Talkies for Pay-Per-View films on YouTube: “I want to reach every Indian at a reasonable price” More Pages: Sitaare Zameen Par Box Office Collection , Sitaare Zameen Par Movie Review Tags : Aamir Khan, Aamir Khan production, Anamika, Bollywood, Bollywood News, Breaking, Caravan, Dangal, Features, Lagaan, Media, OTT, OTT Platform, Sitaare Zameen Par, Tahir Hussain, Youtube BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama. Source link

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REVEALED: Huma Qureshi looks menacing in the first look of Baby Die Do Die; also has a Badlapur connection

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On July 12, Bollywood Hungama was the first one to inform about the contents of the teaser of Huma Qureshi’s upcoming film, Baby Do Die Do. Now, we bring to you the gritty first look of the action thriller. REVEALED: Huma Qureshi looks menacing in the first look of Baby Die Do Die; also has a Badlapur connection The first look consists of Huma Qureshi looking menacing as she stands on a rainy night holding an umbrella, dressed in an all-black rugged leather ensemble that complements her fierce expression with a white-coloured pigeon flying around. On top of the quirky title, the makers have also mentioned its relevance. Huma’s surname in the film is Karmarkar, which translates to ‘Do Die Do’. What’s also striking about the poster is that she’s standing at what appears to be a railway station that sounds similar to that of Badlapur. While the station’s name in Hindi is mentioned as ‘Vadalpur’, its English translation seems to be ‘Vadlapur’. It immediately brought back memories of the movie Badlapur (2015), starring Varun Dhawan. One of its most famous stills also features Varun standing in front of the Badlapur station nameboard. Incidentally, Huma also starred in the film in a crucial role along with Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Radhika Apte, Yami Gautam, Vinay Pathak and Divya Dutta. It was directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Sriram Raghavan. The first look of Baby Do Die Do was sent by Huma to her fans on Instagram. The Badlapur connection makes one wonder if this is just a homage to her 2015 film? Or will Varun Dhawan appear in a cameo in the film? Only time will tell. Baby Do Die Do is produced by Huma Qureshi and Saqib Saleem under the banner of Saleem Siblings. The one-minute teaser focuses on Huma’s character and describes her as ‘1st desi female assassin’. The film also stars Sikandar Kher but only his voice can be heard in the promo. The asset ends with the lines ‘Badi story, badi screen pe, coming soon, baby!’. Also Read: Huma Qureshi turns fierce assassin in Baby Do Die Do; teaser dropped on her birthday by brother Saqib Saleem More Pages: Baby Do Die Do Box Office Collection , Baby Do Die Do Movie Review BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama. Source link

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Vidya Balan joins Vasmol as brand ambassador for new henna crème range

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In a strategic move to modernize its heritage brand, Vasmol has officially signed acclaimed actress Vidya Balan as the brand ambassador for its newly launched Vasmol Henna Crème Hair Colour and Shampoo Hair Colour lines. This launch marks a shift to a newer format—amenity‑based, ammonia‑free crème products—blending traditional henna benefits with modern convenience. Vidya Balan joins Vasmol as brand ambassador for new henna crème range Vasmol’s CEO, Dheeraj Arora, highlighted the brand’s legacy, “For over six decades, Vasmol has been an integral part of Indian homes, cherished not just in daily rituals but also deeply within our hearts. Our newest offering, Vasmol Henna Crème Hair Colour, signifies another meaningful step forward, where tradition meets modern convenience. Vidya Balan is the perfect embodiment of Vasmol’s core values, rooted in tradition yet modern in her choices. Her authentic persona resonates deeply with Indian women who value genuine, enduring beauty.” Priyanka Puri, Senior VP–Marketing at Vasmol’s parent company HRIPL, reinforced this alignment, “The launch of Vasmol Henna Crème Hair Colour marks a pivotal moment in our brand journey, where tradition meets modern science. It’s more than just a product; it’s a promise of safe, ammonia-free grey coverage rooted in the timeless power of henna and enriched with the convenience of a crème format for today’s discerning woman. We are excited to have Vidya Balan. Her elegance, authenticity, and strong voice for self-expression perfectly mirror our brand’s ethos. She embodies the modern Indian woman who embraces her roots while moving forward with confidence. With Vidya as our ambassador, we aim to deepen consumer trust and strengthen Vasmol’s legacy across generations. Together, we proudly say— ‘Surakshit rahe mere baal, Vasmol Henna Crème Hair Colour ka kamaal.” Vidya Balan herself expressed excitement for the partnership, “Every woman wants to look and feel her best without compromising on care. Henna has always been a special part of our culture. Vasmol Henna Crème Hair Colour brings that familiar goodness in a modern, no-ammonia format that women can trust. It’s safe, rooted, and beautiful, everything I believe in. I’m excited to be back with the brand that celebrates natural beauty and the joy of being yourself.” The new product range is available in budget‑friendly pack sizes, starting from 25 ml, and is accessible across leading retail outlets nationwide. This campaign launch comes amidst a broader trend of major Indian brands onboarding well-respected female celebrities—such as Triptii Dimri, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Jasprit Bumrah, and Sachin Tendulkar—to strengthen emotional connect and brand narrative across Bharat. Also Read : Vidya Balan shuts down body image critics; says, “I actually believe there is nothing wrong with me” BOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATES Catch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2025 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama. Source link