There are way too many highlights to keep up with this week and we’ve curated a round up for you to give you all the deets!
This week brought us some awaited teasers and trailers but also gave us unexpected industry news. For instance, Ayushmann Khurrana signed a deal with Warner Music India to showcase his singing talent on a global scale. Student of the Year 3 is in the works and Karan Johar confirmed that this time around it is going to be released in the form of a series. Joaquin Phoenix is ready to reprise his roles as Joker along with Lady Gaga as his partner in crime. The first look poster for the same went viral on social media. Taapsee Pannu’s wedding video was also another viral video of the week.
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Read about all of this and more that happened throughout the week!
Disney+Hotstar announces Taaza Khabar 2 starring Bhuvan Bam and Shriya Pilgaonkar
A grim revelation, strained relationships and a story of one man stumbling upon magical powers and the ripples it creates in his life. The long wait is over, as this time around Vasya (Bhuvan Bam) is set out to rewrite his own destiny in Disney+ Hotstar’s action-drama series, Hotstar Specials ‘Taaza Khabar 2. Produced by Rohit Raj & Bhuvan Bam under the banner BB Ki Vines productions, directed by Himank Gaur and written by the duo Hussain & Abbas Dalal, starring the social media sensation Bhuvan Bam along with Shriya Pilgaonkar, Mahesh Manjrekar, Deven Bhojani, Shilpa Shukla, Prathmesh Parab, Nitya Mathur, and others in pivotal roles.
Ayushmann Khurrana signs a global recording deal with Warner Music India
Ayushmann Khurrana who is not just an actor par excellence but also a prolific singer, has now signed a deal with one of the most popular music labels in the world. Warner Music India will be taking his voice to a global level reaching as many listeners as possible.
Ryan Reynolds starrer ‘IF’ first look poster released
Paramount Pictures has released the poster for Ryan Reynolds and Cailey Fleming starrer ‘IF’. The movie is a John Krasinski directorial. IF is about a girl who discovers that she can see everyone’s imaginary friends and what she does with that super power is what the film is all about. The movie will hit the theaters on May 17.
The official poster for ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga unveiled
Warner Bros has unveiled the poster for the highly anticipated Joker: Folie à Deux. The film stars Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga and the poster gives us a glimpse into the world of Gotham. The notorious duo are seen striking a dance pose on the poster. The film will be out on October 4!
Student of the Year 3 to be made into a series
While talking about his upcoming projects at the Cinevesture International Film Festival, Karan Johar revealed that the third installment for the Student of the Year franchise will be turned into a series. According to speculations, Shanaya Kapoor will be one of the leads of the upcoming show.
‘Fantastic Four’ casts Julia Garner as Silver Surfer
Julia Garner will now play the new Silver Surfer in Fantastic Four. The Silver Surfer was introduced in 'Fantastic Four No. 48' as the herald of Galactus, a planet eating entity, though that version of the Surfer was an alien astronomer known as Norrin Radd. Garner is said to be playing a different surfer known as Shalla-Bal, who was Norrin Radd's lover.
Patrick J. Adams and Sarah Rafferty to start a ‘Suits’ rewatch podcast
Suits stars Patrick J Adams (Mike Ross) and Sarah Rafferty (Donna Paulsen) are launching a rewatch podcast with SiriusXM, where the onscreen duo will deep dive into each episode, sharing behind-the-scenes stories about the series, and will also invite other cast members to talk about the show.
Taapsee Pannu tied the knot with long time boyfriend Mathias Boe
Taapsee Pannu got married to her boyfriend Mathias Boe earlier this week in an intimate ceremony. Mathias Boe is a badminton coach for the doubles in India. The duo have been dating for nine years.
Manoj Bajpayee and Prachi Desai starrer ‘Silence 2’ trailer released
The official trailer for Silence 2 released earlier this week. The film is a murder mystery which stars Manoj Bajpayee, Prachi Desai, and Parul Gulati. The film is directed by Abhan Bharucha Deohans and will be released on ZEE5 on April 16.
Dharma Productions’ next venture ‘Kill’ teaser released
The teaser for ‘Kill’ starring Laksh Lalwani promises an action packed story. The teaser shows a lot of violence and bloodshed and Karan Johar warns that viewer discretion is advised as he shares the trailer on his social media. The film will be out on July 5 in theaters and is produced by Dharma Productions.
John Green’s teen romance novel ‘Turtles All The Way Down’ is adapted into a movie
Based on John Green’s 2017 bestselling novel, the movie is directed by Hannah Marks and will be out on May 2. The cast includes Isabel Merced, Cree, Felix Mallard, Poorna Jagannathan, Judy Reyes and J. Smith Cameron.
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