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News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Ravi Kishan Joins Ajay Devgn In Dhamaal 4 After Son of Sardaar 2
Dhamaal, which first released in 2007 and directed by Indra Kumar, was famous for its slapstick humour and memorable one-liners. The movie features Sanjay Dutt, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Javed Jaaferi, and Ashish Chaudhary, and revolves around four lazy, broke friends who discover a dying man's secret about a hidden treasure. What follows is a hilarious race to Goa as they compete with each other and the police to claim the fortune. Inspired by the classic Hollywood film It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World, Dhamaal gained cult status for its comic timing, quirky characters, and lighthearted storytelling, leading to two sequels – Double Dhamaal and Total Dhamaal. Meanwhile, Ravi Kishan is also shooting for the second season of Maamla Legal following its huge success in 2024. Taking to Instagram, Netflix wrote in the caption, 'Order order! Tareekh milne wali hai, laughter ki Maamla Legal Hai Season 2 is coming soon, only on Netflix!" The carousel post began with a group picture featuring the lead cast, including Ravi Kishan, Naila Grewal, Nidhi Bisht, Anant V Joshi and Kusha Kapila, the newest entrant on the show. The next post depicts Kishan dressed as his character Advocate VD Tyagi and the clapboard of the new season.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Pirates of Bollywood have producers running for cover
Hindi film producers are increasingly seeking insurance against piracy-related losses, especially for big-budget films, due to significant financial setbacks. Insurers are hesitant to underwrite this risk because quantifying piracy losses is challenging. While some advocate for stricter anti-piracy laws, others believe insurance could make producers complacent, adding to existing funding challenges within the industry. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Hindi film producers are increasingly seeking insurance protection against piracy-related losses, particularly for big-budget films, amid reports of significant piracy losses. However, insurers are hesitant to underwrite the risk, industry insiders issue of piracy has come into focus following reports that producer Sajid Nadiadwala suffered estimated losses of ₹91 crore due to a leak of Salman Khan-starrer Sikandar, which was released in film is insured for standard production and liability risks with New India Assurance , people aware of the matter said. However, losses due to unauthorised copying and distribution are not standard inclusions, they noted."Studios working on high-budget releases have approached us for piracy cover, particularly during the final edit and digital transfer stages," said Sumant Salian, business head of media and entertainment at Alliance Insurance Brokers. "The fear of content leaks before release is growing."According to a recent Media Partners Asia report, if piracy remains unchecked, revenue losses of the digital video industry in India are likely to double to $2.4 billion, or about ₹20,565.5 crore, by 2029 from $1.2 billion in 2024."Piracy continues to impact revenues. It is crucial that producers put in an explicit clause covering anti-piracy losses and enforcement costs while opting for film distribution insurance ," said Suniel Wadhwa, a veteran film distributor. "There are discussions going on between producers and insurance companies to obtain cover for film piracy," he while the demand for piracy cover is both legitimate and increasingly urgent, insurers face significant hurdles in addressing it. For one, it is difficult to quantify losses due to piracy, they said."There is demand for piracy cover, especially after the piracy of Hindi films such as Double Dhamaal (2011) and Udta Punjab (2016). But insurers are reluctant to underwrite first-party piracy risk, as it is difficult to quantify and prove losses," a senior executive at an insurance broker said, requesting anonymity. "Unless a policy is explicitly structured to protect a producer from film piracy and associated losses, an insurance company would not respond," the executive producers believe that they should combat piracy through systemic changes rather than relying on piracy insurance coverage."I think we need to fight piracy by bringing in stringent laws instead of recovering losses from piracy cover. Piracy is deeply entrenched... I think a piracy cover will make producers complacent," producer Rajesh R Nair said. "Also, a piracy cover is an additional cost to producers at a time when there are funding challenges. Granting the industry 'industry' status can eradicate these problems," he added."Pirates typically target big films," Nair India, the film industry typically relies on two main types of insurance - for production and distribution. Film production insurance typically covers delays, cast or crew illness, equipment damage, and liability under errors and omissions (E&O) policies. Film distribution insurance, on the other hand, protects against damage or loss of film prints or digital masters, delays in theatrical releases, business interruptions, and losses arising from leaks or piracy before release or during the early stages of digital roll-out.
Hindustan Times
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Riteish Deshmukh's 5 must-watch films on OTT if you liked him in Raid 2
Raid 2, starring Ajay Devgn and Riteish Deshmukh, is a thriller drama that has done exceptionally well at the box office. Directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, the second installment of the franchise continues the story of IRS officer Amay Patnaik (Ajay Devgn), as he takes on a powerful and corrupt politician, Dada Bhai (Riteish Deshmukh), in a battle against black money and corruption. In the film, Riteish's performance was praised more than Ajay and others. Riteish Deshmukh in Raid 2, which is now streaming on Netflix If you liked Riteish Deshmukh's performance in Raid 2, stream his other popular movies on OTT! Loved Raid 2? Get access to more thriller dramas, such as Despatch, Attack: Part 1, and more on OTTplay Premium! 5 Riteish Deshmukh films on OTT Masti Masti is a comedy drama that revolves around three friends, Amar (played by Ritesh Deshmukh), Meet, and Prem. After marriage, their carefree single life is disrupted and they face marital problems and are bored which lead them to seek excitement outside of marriage. This quest for thrills eventually leads to hilarious and chaotic situations. The film is directed by Indra Kumar and also casts Vivek Oberoi as Meet, Aftab Shivdasani as Prem, Amrita Rao as Meet's wife, and others. Dhamaal Riteish Deshmukh's Dhamaal is one of the most popular comedy movies. The story is about four unemployed friends discovering a hidden treasure following a chaotic hunt. They encounter a determined police inspector and various comical events along the way. The cast features Riteish, Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, Javed Jaffrey, Ashish Chaudhary, and others. The movie is directed by Indra Kumar. Double Dhamaal Double Dhamaal is a sequel to Dhamaal which revolves around four friends who try various schemes to get rich but get entangled in a con involving a corrupt police officer and a hidden treasure. Directed by Indra Kumar, the film stars Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, Riteish Deshmukh, Javed Jaffrey, and Ashish Chaudhary. Double Dhamaal was released in 2011. Kakuda The horror comedy shows Indira (played by Sonakshi Sinha) and Sunny (Saqib Saleem) in a problematic marriage with a curse associated with a ghost named Kakuda. This curse involves a dwarf ghost who punishes those who close doors on him, specifically by causing swelling on the back of a family member and allowing them to live only for 13 days. Riteish Deshmukh plays Victor, the ghost hunter in the film, directed by Aditya Sarpotdar. Banjo Banjo tells the story of Taraat, a struggling street musician in Mumbai, played by Riteish Deshmukh, who gets an opportunity to showcase his music on a global stage with the help of an American musician, Christina, portrayed by Nargis Fakhri. The film, directed by Ravi Jadhav, explores themes of passion for music, social issues in Mumbai's slums, and clashes between different cultures and backgrounds.
India Today
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Ajay Devgn-Riteish Deshmukh's Dhamaal 4 gears up for Eid 2026 release
Actor Ajay Devgn is once again back with Indra Kumar's Dhamaal sequel. Devgn, who joined the comedy franchise with Total Dhamaal (2019), will now be seen in the fourth instalment titled Dhamaal 4. In order to keep up with the fun element, the producers have planned a festive release for the comic franchise, known for its comedy of errors, drama, action and music, is a perfect wholesome entertainer, popular among family audiences. The roller-coaster laugh riot is all set to hit the screens during Eid from Ajay, Dhamaal 4 also features Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Sanjay Mishra and Jaaved Jaaferi, who were part of previous instalments. Sanjeeda Shaikh, Anjali Anand, Upendra Limaye, Vijay Patkar and Ravi Kishan also play crucial roles in the film. The movie is currently being shot in Mumbai after an extensive first schedule in Malshej Ghat. The latest sequel ensures a four-dimensional ride of madness and mayhem! Ajay Devgn is back with Indra Kumar's Dhamaal 4, releasing in Eid 2026. The first instalment, released in 2007 was well-received by featured Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Javed Jafferey, Ashish Chaudhary and Sanjay Dutt in pivotal roles. It's sequel Double Dhamaal (2011) had the same cast with Kangana Ranaut and Mallika Sherawat joining as new characters. Total Dhamaal, however, also starred Ajay alongside Anil Kapoor and Madhuri Dixit in in pivotal roles apart from Esha Gupta and Boman 4 is backed by Devgn Films, T-Series Films, Maruti International, Panorama Studios. The film is jointly produced by Ajay Devgn, Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Ashok Thakeria, Indra Kumar, Anand Pandit, and Kumar Mangat will also be next seen in Vijay Kumar Arora's Son of Sardaar 2, co-starring Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Mrunal Thakur, Juhi Chawla, Sanjay Mishra, Ravi Kishan and Kubbra Sait. He will also feature in Luv Ranjan's De De Pyaar De 2, featuring Rakul Preet Singh and R Madhavan in pivotal recently launched the Hindi trailer of Karate Kid: Legends, which he has dubbed alongside his son Yug Devgan.
NDTV
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Ajay Devgn And Arshad Warsi's Dhamaal 4 To Release On Eid 2026
Mumbai: The 4th instalment of the superhit film franchise Dhamaal now has a release date. The makers of the film have booked its release on Eid 2026. The film boasts a stellar star cast including Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Sanjay Mishra, Jaaved Jaaferi, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Anjali Anand, Upendra Limaye, Vijay Patkar and Ravi Kishan. Dhamaal 4 promises a laugh riot like never before. The film's shooting is currently underway in Mumbai. This comes after the crew finished an extensive first schedule in Malshej Ghat of Maharashtra. Last month, Ajay had shared an update about the film and announced the wrap of the first schedule of 'Dhamaal 4'. He shared some pictures with co-stars Arshad Warsi, Jaaved Jaaferi, Anjali Anand, Sanjay Mishra, and Sanjeeda Shaikh, and wrote, 'The madness is BACK! #Dhamaal4 kicks off with a bang — Malshej Ghat schedule wrapped, Mumbai schedule rolling! Let the laughter riot begin'. The starting of the 'Dhamaal' franchise was marked by the release of 'Dhamaal' which was released on 7 September 2007. The film gave birth to two sequels, 'Double Dhamaal', which was a direct sequel to the first film, and 'Total Dhamaal'. The first two films featured Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Jaaved Jaaferi, Saanand Verma, Ashish Chaudhary, Karan Deol, and Sanjay Dutt in lead roles. The third installment also featured Ajay Devgn, Anil Kapoor, Johnny Lever, Boman Irani, Mahesh Manjrekar and Madhuri Dixit along with the original cast, but Sanjay Dutt did not appear in the third film. Gulshan Kumar and T-Series present, in association with Devgn Films, a T-Series Films, Maruti International, Panorama Studios production. 'Dhamaal 4' is directed by Indra Kumar and produced by Ajay Devgn, Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Ashok Thakeria, Indra Kumar, Anand Pandit, and Kumar Mangat Pathak.
