Anurag Kashyap and Vikramaditya Motwane present Ravi Muppa's Incognito; launch Oh Flip Shorts on July 15

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Filmmakers Anurag Kashyap and Vikramaditya Motwane have teamed up to present writer-director Ravi Muppa's acclaimed short film, Incognito. Starring Vikram Singh, Ayushi Nema, and Dev Chauhan, the psychological thriller—set to release on July 15—will officially launch a brand-new, shorts-exclusive YouTube channel, Oh Flip Shorts, backed by producer Ranjan Singh and curated by Kashyap. The platform aims to serve as a premium home for groundbreaking short-form cinema, dropping one curated title every month to foster a dedicated community for indie creators.

Incognito arrives on the platform on the heels of a decorated global festival run, playing at over 20 international festivals including the prestigious, Oscar-qualifying Palm Springs International ShortFest.

“I’ve always loved short films as they are the first stepping stone for a director to test their storytelling style and give them actual practice in shooting a story,” said Kashyap. “Continuing the same, this is our effort to showcase some excellent short films, curated by me and presented by filmmakers whose work I look up to. We’re glad to begin with Incognito by Ravi Muppa, and very hopeful that it’ll be liked by the audience,” he added.

Vikramaditya Motwane says, “Incognito is gripping and beautifully atmospheric, a true blue genre short with an out of the box ending. Congratulations to Ravi and his team and I’m so happy that we can present this to the audience”.

Incognito follows the story of a cash-strapped motel receptionist who profits off hidden-cam videos—until he records a girl in danger of being trafficked and must decide whether to save her or protect himself.

Writer-director Ravi Muppa, whose works include titles like Stree (2018), Bala (2019) and The Family Man (2019), noted that the digital release marks a major milestone for the project.

“The film has been an incredibly special journey, and I’m deeply grateful to the producers, collaborators, and champions who believed in it and helped carry it forward. I’m especially excited that this is just the beginning, as we now look ahead to expanding Incognito into a feature.”

Executive Producer Ranjan Singh, who backed the short under the Flip Films banner, expressed immense gratitude for the directorial support anchoring the channel's launch. He said,  “We are thankful to Anurag for the curation, and Vikram and other directors to lend their support to the same. Every month we’ll be premiering one new short on the channel and hope that we’ll be able to make a community very soon.”

As previously announced, a feature-length adaptation of Incognito is currently in active development. The upcoming feature will be co-produced by Hollywood's Invention Studios alongside Flip Films and Campfire Studios, with Anurag Kashyap, Nicholas Weinstock, Divya Souza, and Ranjan Singh locked to serve as producers.

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Arshad Warsi earns nearly Rs. 4 crores profit as he sells Mumbai commercial property for Rs. 6.25 crores: Report

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Bollywood actor Arshad Warsi has made a significant gain from a real estate transaction after selling a commercial property in Mumbai's sought-after Lokhandwala Complex. According to property registration documents accessed by real estate data analytics firm Liases Foras, the actor has sold the commercial unit for Rs. 6.25 crores, generating an estimated profit of nearly Rs. 4 crores over his original purchase price.

As per these documents, the property is situated in Andheri West's Lokhandwala area and comprises a carpet area of 63.87 square metres (684 square feet). The unit was acquired by Umang Rajkumar Budhraja for Rs. 6.25 crores. The transaction was officially registered with the Maharashtra Inspector General of Registration on July 1, 2026.

The registration records further indicate that the buyer paid a stamp duty of Rs. 37.50 lakhs to complete the purchase. Based on the transaction value and the property's carpet area, the deal translates to an approximate price of Rs. 91,400 per square foot, underlining the premium commanded by commercial real estate in one of Mumbai's most prominent business and residential hubs.

Documents accessed by the firm also show that Arshad Warsi had originally purchased the same commercial shop in February 2012 for a little over Rs. 2.12 crores. At the time of acquisition, the actor paid stamp duty exceeding Rs. 10 lakhs along with a registration fee of Rs. 30,000. With the latest sale, the property has appreciated substantially in value over the past 14 years, resulting in a sizeable return on investment for the actor.

Mumbai's commercial real estate market has continued to witness several high-value transactions involving celebrities in recent months, with prime locations such as Andheri West remaining attractive for investors and business owners alike.

On the professional front, Arshad Warsi has an interesting slate of releases lined up. The actor was recently seen in the comedy entertainers Welcome To The Jungle and Dhamaal 4, where he further showcased why his association with the comedy genre has garnered him fruitful results over the years.

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Ranbir Kapoor starrer Ramayana trailer to launch Worldwide on July 24

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The makers of Namit Malhotra’s Ramayana have officially announced that the film’s trailer will premiere worldwide on July 24, 2026. Positioned as one of the biggest cinematic projects inspired by Indian mythology, the film aims to bring one of the country’s most celebrated epics to audiences across the globe.

Earlier, the makers unveiled the Rama glimpse, offering viewers a first look at the film’s visual scale and interpretation of the timeless epic. The preview generated significant buzz and heightened anticipation for the project. With the trailer release date now confirmed, excitement surrounding the film has grown even further. Planned as a two-part theatrical event, Ramayana: Part One seeks to present the revered story on a grand cinematic canvas through large-scale visuals, emotional storytelling, and advanced visual effects. The upcoming trailer is expected to offer audiences a deeper look into the world created by the filmmakers.

 

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Announcing the trailer launch on social media, the makers shared the caption, “From Bharat to the world, the Ramayana trailer premieres worldwide on 24th July, 2026.” Inspired by one of the world's most celebrated epics, Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana brings together a star-studded cast. Ranbir Kapoor plays Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi stars as Sita, and Rocking Star Yash takes on the role of Ravana. Sunny Deol portrays Hanuman, while Ravi Dubey will be seen as Lakshman. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film is produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios in association with DNEG, the eight-time Oscar-winning VFX studio, and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations. The epic will release globally in IMAX, with Ramayana: Part One arriving during Diwali 2026, followed by Part Two in Diwali 2027. Also Read : Ahead of Ramayana release, makers announce school campaign reaching over 400 schools

Netflix's Kargil drama Operation Safed Sagar set to premiere on August 7

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Set during the 1999 Kargil War, the series follows the untold story of the Golden Arrows Squadron, highlighting the courage, sacrifice and determination of the personnel involved. Rather than focusing solely on the battlefield, the drama explores the people behind the mission and their contribution to a defining chapter in India's modern military history.

Directed by Oni Sen and created by Abhijeet Singh Parmar and Kushal Srivastava, Operation Safed Sagar features an ensemble cast including Siddharth, Jimmy Shergill, Abhay Verma, Dia Mirza, Prajakta Koli, Adil Hussain, Mihir Ahuja, Taaruk Raina, Arnav Bhasin and Amrita Bagchi.

Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix India said, “At Netflix, we are committed to championing bold, original stories that haven't been told before. Operation Safed Sagar is a story the Indian Air Force has trusted us to tell, a first-of-its-kind series inspired by the IAF's role in the Kargil War. It is a tribute to the courage, camaraderie and sacrifice of The Golden Arrows, a squadron that went beyond the call of duty, in service of the nation. This is a first of its kind war drama series from India that will take the audience into the world of airforce pilots. Their lives, their bravery and the split-second decision-making that goes into keeping our borders safe. All this along with a truly cinematic scale, world-class production values and visual effects makes this series a truly authentic and immersive experience. Bringing this story to life is director Oni Sen, alongside a young, fresh creative team of creators and co producers Abhijeet Singh Parmar, Kushal Srivastava and Mehboob Pal Singh Brar and a cast that blends new faces with veteran talent. We're proud to team up with Matchbox Shots once again, a studio that shares our passion for powerful, character-led storytelling.”

 

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Abhijeet Singh Parmar and Mehboob Pal Singh Brar from Feel Good Films said, "What drew us to creating and producing Operation Safed Sagar was the opportunity to explore a world that very few people get to see from the inside, a world that opened up to us through our Co-Creator Kushal Srivastava's experience in the Indian Air Force. As we explored the lives of Air Force pilots, their families and the people around them, we realised that beyond the conflict and the mission, this was ultimately a story about friendship, sacrifice, leadership and impossible choices. Whether it was recreating this world across more than 100 locations, including filming at over 16,000 feet, or bringing together a large ensemble cast and extensive visual effects, our endeavour was always to balance scale with intimate human drama."

Sanjay Routray of Matchbox Shots LLP said, “Some chapters in our nation's history demand more than remembrance- they deserve to be brought to life with honesty and scale. Operation Safed Sagar is one such story that reminds us that the greatest acts of heroism are often driven by duty, sacrifice, and humanity. When Kushal Shrivastva brought us this extensively researched script, we knew it deserved to be told on the scale it demands. The story finely balances large-scale military action with deeply personal moments of heroism. We're thrilled to partner with Netflix to bring this powerful story to audiences around the world."

Produced by Matchbox Shots and Feel Good Films, Operation Safed Sagar serves as a tribute to the men and women of the Indian Air Force whose service, commitment and sense of duty continue to inspire generations. The series will begin streaming exclusively on Netflix from August 7.

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Aamir Khan’s Lalkaara to be produced by Excel Entertainment and Rajkumar Hirani Films; Dangal and Nil Battey Sannata writers pen the script

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Aamir Khan recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of his cult film, Lagaan (2001) and is all set to join hands with Lagaan director Ashutosh Gowariker once again. A source told Bollywood Hungama, “Lalkaara is not a biopic but based on the iconic 1952 test series between India and Pakistan. The script, written by Piyush Gupta and Neeraj Singh, is said to be an intense sports drama which explores the theme of rivalry, friendship, partition and nationalism.”

The source also said, “Lalkaara will be produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment. Interestingly, Rajkumar Hirani has also come on board but only as a producer. Aamir shares a strong association with both Farhan Akhtar and Rajkumar Hirani. His very next film after Lagaan was Dil Chahta Hai (2001), directed by Farhan Akhtar, which went on to attain cult status. With Rajkumar Hirani, Aamir delivered two historic blockbusters – 3 Idiots (2009) and PK (2014).”

A few days ago, Bollywood Hungama revealed that in 2019, the film was supposed to be produced by Fox Star Studios, while Rajkumar Hirani was offered the chance to direct it. As per sources, Shah Rukh Khan was also briefly considered for the lead role.

Meanwhile, Aamir is also committed to Rajkumar Hirani’s next directorial, a sequel to 3 Idiots. However, the scripting of the film is currently underway. According to reports, Aamir decided to begin work on Lalkaara first as Piyush Gupta and Neeraj Singh’s bound script has been ready for a while.

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Hrithik Roshan joins Nissan India as brand ambassador for Tekton SUV

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Nissan India has announced actor Hrithik Roshan as its new brand ambassador, coinciding with the launch of its latest mid-size SUV, the Tekton. The partnership comes at a significant time for the automaker as it expands its presence in one of India's most competitive automotive segments with a new flagship offering.

The Tekton, priced from Rs 10.49 lakh (ex-showroom), marks Nissan's entry into the mid-size SUV category and now sits at the top of the company's domestic portfolio. Bookings for the SUV have officially opened, while customer deliveries are scheduled to begin on July 20.

By bringing Hrithik Roshan on board as the face of the brand, Nissan aims to strengthen its visibility and connect with a wider audience as it introduces the Tekton to Indian buyers. The collaboration is expected to support the company's efforts to establish a stronger foothold in the growing SUV market.

On the design front, the Tekton features a bold and upright stance with a prominent front grille, LED headlamps and signature C-shaped daytime running lights. A sculpted bonnet with distinctive "Tekton" lettering enhances its road presence, while the side profile is highlighted by flared wheel arches, 18-inch alloy wheels and pull-style front door handles. The rear continues the rugged styling theme with uniquely designed tail lamps and a robust bumper. Nissan is offering the SUV in 11 exterior colour options, including six monotone and five dual-tone shades.

Inside, the Tekton comes with a dual-tone cabin available in four interior themes. The SUV features a modern digital cockpit with a large infotainment touchscreen and a fully digital instrument cluster. It is also equipped with premium features such as ventilated front seats, powered front seats, wireless phone charging, dual-zone automatic climate control, a panoramic sunroof and Google built-in services, including Google Maps and Gemini.

Additional equipment includes paddle shifters, an electronic parking brake, a smart powered tailgate and adaptive cruise control. Buyers can choose from six trim levels, offering a range of features to suit different requirements and budgets.

Powering the Tekton are two turbo-petrol engine options. The first is a 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing 100 hp and 166 Nm of torque, while the second is a 1.3-litre turbo-petrol unit delivering 163 hp and 280 Nm of torque. Transmission choices include a six-speed manual gearbox and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic (DCT) for the larger engine. Nissan claims a fuel efficiency of 19.4 kmpl for the 1.0-litre variant, while the 1.3-litre engine offers up to 18.5 kmpl. With the Tekton's launch and a renewed branding strategy led by Hrithik Roshan, Nissan is looking to strengthen its position in India's expanding SUV market.

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Aamir Khan Productions, Kabir Khan Films and Australia’s Mind Blowing Films announce Silkyara 41 based on Uttarakhand tunnel rescue

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Aamir Khan Productions, Kabir Khan Films and Australian banner Mind Blowing Films have officially announced Silkyara 41, a feature film inspired by the extraordinary rescue operation at the Silkyara Tunnel in Uttarakhand. The project will chronicle the dramatic mission that led to the safe rescue of 41 trapped workers and highlight the contribution of internationally renowned tunnelling expert Professor Arnold Dix.

The announcement was made on July 9 in Melbourne and Mumbai, coinciding with a significant moment in India-Australia relations as both nations continue to strengthen bilateral ties. The makers have described Silkyara 41 as a landmark Indo-Australian collaboration that brings together creative talent, storytelling traditions and production expertise from both countries.

The film will be directed by Kabir Khan, known for films such as Bajrangi Bhaijaan and '83, while the screenplay has been penned by acclaimed Australian writer Andrew Anastasios, whose credits include The Water Diviner. The project is being jointly produced by Aamir Khan Productions, Kabir Khan Films and Mind Blowing Films.

Speaking about the collaboration, Aamir Khan said, "It gives us great pleasure to announce this landmark collaboration between Mind Blowing Films and Aamir Khan Productions. The story of the Silkyara Tunnel rescue moved me deeply. It is a story of courage, resilience, ingenuity and humanity in the face of impossible odds. We are especially proud to announce it on this historic day, as India and Australia open a new chapter in their bilateral relationship. It feels fitting that today we announce this wonderful film to be created by our two countries and is based on a story that celebrates international cooperation and the triumph of the human spirit."

Director Kabir Khan added, "The story of the Silkyara Tunnel rescue is one of the most extraordinary human dramas to emerge in recent times. At its heart, it is a story of courage, resilience and the collective determination to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges. What drew me most to the project was its deeply human dimension - the lives that hung in the balance, the families waiting anxiously, and the remarkable individuals who came together to make the rescue possible. I am honoured to bring this inspiring true story to the screen."

 

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Professor Arnold Dix, whose expertise played a key role during the rescue mission, said, "The Silkyara rescue was never about one person. It was about people from different disciplines, cultures and backgrounds coming together with a single purpose - to bring 41 workers home safely. I am honoured that this extraordinary story will be brought to audiences around the world and hope it serves as a reminder of what humanity can achieve when we work together."

Mitu Bhowmick Lange AM, Founder and CEO of Mind-Blowing Films, also shared her thoughts on the project, saying, "From the moment I learned about the Silkyara rescue, I knew this story belonged on the big screen. It is a story of hope, perseverance and collective determination. To partner with Aamir Khan Productions on this project is truly special. We are proud to create what we believe will be a landmark Indo-Australian cinematic collaboration and a celebration of the deepening friendship between our two nations."

The announcement also received support from Australian leaders. The Hon Jacinta Allan MP, Premier of Victoria, said, "I'm really proud as Premier of Victoria about the existing strong relationship we have between Victoria and India, and further developing that through the creative industries, through co-production partnerships like Silkyara 41. This not only strengthens that relationship, but it tells our shared story to the world, a story that's founded on family, on hard work, on connection to community, on hope, and a love of the film industry. We've got so much in common, and that's what I'm looking forward to seeing as a result of this production."

The Hon Tony Burke MP, Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for the Arts, added, "There is no greater story of Australian and Indian collaboration than Silkyara 41, and I'm so glad that it's going to be told on the big screen."

According to the makers, Silkyara 41 will recreate the rescue operation that drew global attention and showcased the power of teamwork, innovation and resilience. The film is being developed as an international co-production, with creative and production talent from both India and Australia.

Further details regarding the cast, additional production partners and the film's release timeline are expected to be announced at a later date.

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